Last year, California experienced historically catastrophic fires resulting in a tragic loss of life and unimaginable destruction to homes and property.
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.
I want to thank you, Mr. Chairman and it is a delight to me, once again, on this very key committee in Congress.
The situation is even more desperate than it was and different than it was in 1995, when the Tax Certificate Program ended.
I am also disappointed that we are having these kinds of hearings that we have had many, many, many times before.
I think promoting this would be important but, right now, this is something that the FCC hasn't been charged with.
Certainly, Congressman Davis. I just wanted to add my voice to the Richard Barnett story that the Nation must know about.
Another area that I am really concerned about, along with this mania that exists is this empty excuse of--or this expungement of records.
I worry, Madam Chairman, that too little is known about when and how marijuana can be harmful, particularly after frequent and long-term use.
I call a mob marijuana mentality and who are engaged in what I would refer to as a marijuana mania.





