Dan Lipinski
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Dan Lipinski is a former Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Illinois's 3rd congressional district from 2005 to 2021. He is known for his centrist positions and focus on issues such as transportation, healthcare, and education. Lipinski served on several committees during his tenure, including the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, where he played a role in shaping transportation policy. He was also involved in various bipartisan efforts, particularly in areas affecting his constituents in Illinois. In 2020, Lipinski faced a significant primary challenge from progressive candidate Marie Newman, which he ultimately lost, leading to his departure from Congress in January 2021.
Jun 24, 2015
However, as we pursue our oversight responsibilities, we should not lose sight of the tremendous value that the Rotator Program brings to NSF and to the scientific community.
Jun 24, 2015
I certainly agree, Dr. Buckius, that the rotator program is an essential element of the NSF mission.
Jun 24, 2015
While exploring options to strengthen management of the program and to implement cost controls, we should not even unintentionally take steps that compromise the benefits this program provides to the agency and to scientific progress.
Jun 23, 2015
I have been in favor, I have tried, I have worked on getting more Federal funding, especially for commuter rail.
Jun 16, 2015
Last night, I wore my number 35 Tony Esposito Chicago Blackhawks jersey from the 1970s, and I watched what I could never have imagined in those days, a Chicago Blackhawks Stanley Cup dynasty; but thanks to the leadership of owner, Rocky…
Jun 16, 2015
Battery technology in so many ways we know is critical for a real clean, affordable energy future, and certainly, as Mr. Rohrabacher said, it is a--what's being done at JCESR is certainly what we need to be reaching for.
Jun 15, 2015
As the last Ph.D. scientist in Congress, I am afraid I've served a sort of a lightning rod for many of these warnings and I take them very seriously.
Jun 11, 2015
We have to find ways to move people and freight more efficiently and more safely.
Jun 11, 2015
I believe that research and development are critical to meeting the future transportation demands of our Nation.
Jun 11, 2015
With the U.S. population predicted to increase by nearly 30 percent by 2050, we have to find ways to move people and freight more efficiently and more safely.
Jun 11, 2015
When it works, everyone's happy, but when it doesn't, the results can range from annoying to catastrophic.
Jun 11, 2015
But the answer will not simply be building more and bigger, because it is not clear that we will have the funding, the popular support, or the land to do that.
Jun 9, 2015
I thank the gentleman for yielding and for his work on this amendment and on the bill. As the gentleman said, early last year, the FAA switched course on its hiring process by moving from the AT-SAT, which was a tried-and- true…
Jun 2, 2015
I thank my friend for yielding and for his work on the Appropriations Committee. I want to say that, Mr. Chairman, I understand the constraints that the chairman is working under, and I appreciate his work on those items that were…
May 20, 2015
I thank Ms. Johnson for yielding. I am proud to rise in support of Ms. Johnson's amendment in the nature of a substitute, and I am also proud to cosponsor H.R. 1898, which contains the same language, because this alternative is much more…
May 20, 2015
I want to commend my good friend from Illinois for his strong commitment to advocating for scientific research. I share many of his concerns about the underlying bill, and I will be voting against this bill. However, I must also oppose…
May 19, 2015
I thank Mr. Beyer for yielding and for his introduction, his authorship of this bill on prize competitions. I want to add my voice in strong support of this bill. I have long been a strong supporter of prize competitions to spur innovation…
May 19, 2015
To close here. I want to thank Mr. Hultgren again. He represents Fermilab. I represent part of Argonne National Laboratory. It is good to work with him on this legislation and others to advance science in the United States. Even though…
May 19, 2015
May I inquire, does the gentleman from Texas have any more speakers on this bill?
May 12, 2015
I do agree with Mr. Rohrabacher, except for I do believe in global climate change.
Apr 22, 2015
As a proud graduate of Duke University's Graduate School, I rise today to honor the Duke men's basketball team and their coach, Mike Krzyzewski, who recently won the NCAA title. The 2015 Duke men's basketball team was led by veteran senior…
Mar 4, 2015
Before I discuss my amendment, I would like to thank Chairman Shuster, Chairman Denham, Ranking Member DeFazio, Ranking Member Capuano, and former Subcommittee Ranking Member Brown for all their hard work and for bringing this bipartisan…
Mar 4, 2015
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 48, line 14, after ``procedures'' insert ``for passengers, including passengers using or transporting…
Mar 4, 2015
How much time do I have remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Illinois has 1\1/2\ minutes remaining.
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