“Negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran are proceeding nicely!”
“This is a direct threat to the safety of every family on the road, and I won’t stand for it.”
“That’s what happens when you don’t plan, and when you don’t consult, and when you don’t have a clear direction.”
“We shouldn't shut down air travel in a state that doesn't agree with our politics.”
“I’m not personalizing it. I’m just pointing out somebody’s record.”
“There is nothing that ICE says that you should believe, and anything they say you should doubt immediately.”

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On the recordJuly 23, 2013
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made available by this Act may be used to transfer or release to the Republic of Yemen (or any entity within Yemen) a detainee who is or was held, detained, or otherwise in the custody of the Department of Defense on or after June 24, 2009, at the United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 312, the gentlewoman from Indiana (Mrs. Walorski) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Indiana.
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Jackie Walorski
Republican · Indiana
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