Dec 2, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I claim the time in opposition to the amendment, although I am not opposed to it. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Illinois is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
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.
Congressional Record · 2015-12-02
Dec 2, 2015
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 Michigan will be postponed. Amendment No. 2 Offered by Mr. Tonko The Acting…
Dec 2, 2015
Mr. Chairman, this amendment aims to address the threat of electromagnetic pulses and geomagnetic storms on the Nation's electric grid. While I agree that we should protect our Nation's electric grid, I don't agree that we should only…
Dec 2, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Chairman, how in the world did we get to this point? How did we get to the point of the majority party bringing forth this highly partisan, backwards-looking…
Nov 16, 2015
I think that there is a bully pulpit, that you and others may be able to address this issue.
Nov 16, 2015
I want to commend the Commission and Commissioner Clyburn, in particular, for the capping on the predatory phone rates for our inmates across the country.
Oct 27, 2015
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And I want to thank the witnesses for being here today.
Oct 21, 2015
We cannot afford to simply ignore science, ignore data, ignore the experts, and ignore the signs that Mother Nature continues to show us.
Oct 21, 2015
the American people deserve to hear their elected representatives voicing their opinions on what many believe to be the most consequential issue facing our time.
Oct 21, 2015
I would urge the majority to immediately, again, plead with the majority to immediately schedule a hearing on the merits of global climate change.
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