When there is a threat on board an aircraft, the FBI responds and investigates. When a pilot makes an error on the aircraft, the FAA responds and investigates. And when there is an airplane crash, the NTSB responds and investigates.
Bill Keating
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Bill Keating is an American politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for Massachusetts's 9th congressional district, a position he has held since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, Keating has focused on issues such as national security, veterans' affairs, and economic development throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for policies aimed at supporting local businesses and improving infrastructure in his district.
I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Ruppersberger).
I yield back the balance of my time. The CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Keating). The amendment was agreed to. Announcement by the Chair The CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule…
I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: After section 501 (page 51, after line 18), insert the following new section: SEC. 502. SENSE OF CONGRESS…
Thank you, Madam Chair; and thank you, Mr. Ruppersberger, for allowing me to present this timely amendment to the FY12 Intelligence authorization. Madam Chair, there are 72 fusion centers throughout the United States, including one in…
I think that is a tremendous tool we should use to make sure those countries are doing their part on their end to make our job easier and make everyone safer.
We are just days away from the 10th anniversary of 9/11. This testimony today indicated that we are light years--we have moved light years in our understanding and anticipating and preparing for all kinds of terrorist threats.
the role of security is a Government role; and so as we come away from this hearing, we understand our obligation, particularly being Members of the Homeland Security Committee, to do this, to protect our citizens, to make sure our…
I thank the gentleman for yielding his time. I rise today to honor Sergeant Matthew A. Pucino of Sagamore Beach, Massachusetts, who lost his life on November 23, 2009, after his vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device while…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the Cape Cod League's All-Star Game, which is taking place in Fenway Park on Friday, July 29. I rise, not just because this organization embodies the best of America's pastime, but because the…





