Jul 17, 2017
we know that the electricity grid of the 21st century will look significantly different than the grid of the last century, and rightfully so.
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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Jul 17, 2017
Diversity, how important is fuel diversity in ensuring a reliable and resilient grid?
Jul 17, 2017
this hearing is important because it is examining the state of the electric industry through market participant perspectives.
Jun 15, 2017
It is with a determined spirit that I come to the floor today to wish our friend, my friend, our colleague, Steve Scalise, a Happy Father's Day. Mr. Speaker, we pray for Steve's full recovery as he fights for his life at a hospital near…
Jun 15, 2017
Last Thursday, on a June summer evening in Chicago, Illinois, in my district on the south side, a young man, 23 years old, was shot down, killed, and robbed of his cell phone, which was a nonsensical killing. Xavier Omari Joy was a teacher…
Jun 12, 2017
I must begin by commending Chairman Walden; Chairman Upton; Ranking Member Pallone; our friend and colleague from the great State of Colorado, Congresswoman DeGette; and the committee staff and all for working with my office to bring the…
May 2, 2017
the legislation before us streamlining natural gas pipelines appears to suffer and to offer a solution in search of a problem.
May 2, 2017
a recurring theme in all of these bills is that the environmental protection concerns are given a backseat in order to expedite applications for both natural gas pipelines and hydropower licenses.
May 2, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I began this hearing with some very serious concerns about the status of our chairman, Fred Upton. Have you heard, is he all right?
Apr 5, 2017
I want to recite this prayer: Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy Name; Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who…
Apr 4, 2017
I am concerned that just identifying new spectrum isn't enough. It takes far too long for entities to gain access to spectrum.
Apr 4, 2017
Absolutely. Americans live mobile first lives. From your description of the legislation, it is encouraging Government to recognize that.
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