Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I rise in strong support of the Rush amendment in the nature of a substitute, and I urge all of my colleagues to support it as well. Mr. Chairman, hydropower is backed by Members on both sides of the aisle. We all support…
Bobby Rush
The Public Record
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.
Congressional Record · 2017-11-08
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I include in the Record letters of opposition to H.R. 3043. Kalispel Tribe of Indians, Usk, WA, November 8, 2017. Re Opposition to H.R. 3043, the Hydropower Policy Modernization Acts. Hon. Greg Walden, Chairman, House Energy…
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Speaker, I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, this 5- minute vote on passage of the bill will be followed by a 5-minute vote on suspending the rules and…
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chair, I include in the Record letters in opposition to H.R. 3043 from environmental, recreation, fisheries, and conservation groups from across the country along with the list of groups that have signed these letters. Environmental…
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Strike all after the enacting clause and insert the following: SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This…
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chair, I include in the Record letters from: Vermont Agency of Natural Resources, California State Water Resources Control Board, Western Governors' Association, State of Washington Department of Ecology, Environmental Council of the…
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chair, 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.
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Chairman, I rise in strong opposition to H.R. 3043, the Hydropower Policy Modernization Act of 2017. Mr. Chairman, while Members on both sides of the aisle support hydropower…
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chair, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Pallone), from the State that made such a significant and giant step last night to making our Nation a better nation, the ranking member of the full…
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Sarbanes), a very important member of the committee.
Nov 8, 2017
Mr. Chair, may I inquire as to how much time is remaining on both sides. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Illinois has 5 minutes remaining. The gentleman from Michigan has 7\1/2\ minutes remaining.
Politicians like Bobby Rush
