Dec 9, 2014
Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on the subject of our Special Order. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the…
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 · 2014-12-09
Dec 9, 2014
Mr. Speaker, I yield to my colleague, the gentleman from the great State of Illinois, Mr. John Shimkus.
Dec 4, 2014
Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the previous speaker, my friend from Michigan, Mike Rogers, for his distinguished service to this Nation and to this Congress. I had the privilege of meeting Mike when he first became a Member of this…
Dec 4, 2014
Well, I want to thank my friend and colleague, Danny K. Davis, from my home State, my former city council colleague and my compatriot in all things that are in the nature of justice, equality, and standing for the goodness of not only this…
Dec 4, 2014
Mr. Speaker, I would love to ask my colleague from Chicago, Mr. Danny K. Davis, I yield to him.
Nov 13, 2014
Mr. Speaker, I certainly want to begin by thanking the ranking member of the full committee, Mr. Waxman, for his outstanding leadership on this and other matters that have come before the Energy and Commerce Committee. I want to say to him…
Nov 13, 2014
Mr. Speaker, as President Obama pointed out, there is an independent process taking place, and this bill shortcuts the approval process and would allow, Mr. Speaker, this bill would allow a foreign company to preemptively seize property…
Sep 16, 2014
If we don't proactively train and prepare the 21st century energy workforce, I mean, what is at stake?
Sep 16, 2014
Since taking over as ranking member of this subcommittee, one of my top priorities has been to increase opportunities for minorities within all sectors of the energy industry.
Sep 16, 2014
I want to thank you, Mr. Chairman. I want to also commend you for not only cosponsoring H.R. 4526, but also for holding this important hearing today on an issue that is a high priority for me and for my constituents.
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