Oct 5, 2011
I thank the ranking member for yielding. Mr. Chairman, I have some questions that I want to ask the Members on the other side. How much time do you need? How much time are you asking the American people to wait? How much longer do they…
Bobby Rush
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Bobby Rush is a former U.S. Representative from Illinois, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Rush was known for his advocacy on issues related to children's safety and consumer protection. He worked closely with colleagues to strengthen agencies responsible for safeguarding children and emphasized the need for legislative changes to ensure the safety of products available to families. Rush's tenure in Congress was marked by his commitment to social justice and community empowerment, reflecting his deep roots in the civil rights movement.
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Oct 5, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Illinois will be postponed. Amendment No. 17 Offered by Mrs. Capps
Sep 23, 2011
I rise in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Illinois is recognized for 5 minutes.
Sep 23, 2011
I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Pennsylvania will be postponed. Amendment No. 7 Offered by Mr. Hastings of Florida The…
Sep 23, 2011
Thank you. Many organizations are on record opposing the TRAIN Act or opposing efforts to block rules to reduce pollution from the country's dirtiest power plants. Numerous public health groups, including the American Lung Association, the…
Sep 23, 2011
I claim time in opposition for purposes of debate. The ACTING Chair. The gentleman from Illinois is recognized for 5 minutes.
Sep 23, 2011
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Illinois will be postponed. The Committee will rise informally. The SPEAKER…
Sep 23, 2011
Thank you. Even if this amendment passes to improve the study of EPA rules, that will not address the underlying problems with this bill. Proponents of this bill imply that it simply requires EPA to study the cumulative impact of EPA…
Sep 22, 2011
We don't have to look any further. Just look at the financial collapse and see what these kinds of unfettered regulations have done to jobs in this country and to jobs for the American people. This approach has put our entire economy on…
Sep 22, 2011
I want to thank the fine ranking member of the full committee, Mr. Waxman, for his outstanding leadership on this matter and other matters before our committee and before this Congress. Mr. Chairman, I join my friend and colleague, Ranking…
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