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Michael Capuano

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Mike Capuano is a former U.S. Representative from Massachusetts, serving from 1999 to 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented Massachusetts's 8th congressional district. During his tenure, Capuano was known for his advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and civil rights. He served on several committees, including the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, where he focused on infrastructure development and public transportation improvements in his district.

Jun 30, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I will tell you that this bill is one of the best bills I've ever been involved with in the 12 years I've been in Congress. Like any bill, it doesn't give me everything that I want. I don't think anybody would say that…

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Apr 21, 2010

Mr. Speaker, we've heard lots of goods things about Father Coughlin, but there are still a few mysteries left that he has to help us unravel. I will tell you, Father, with good faith, with a lot of prayer sometime, and a good team, the…

Congressional Record · 2010-04-21
Apr 21, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time, and I would urge passage of this resolution. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. Capuano) that the House suspend the…

Congressional Record · 2010-04-21
Apr 21, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and to include extraneous matter on House Resolution 1216. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request…

Congressional Record · 2010-04-21
Apr 21, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 1216) congratulating Reverend Daniel P. Coughlin on his 10th year of service as Chaplain of the House of Representatives. The Clerk read the title of the…

Congressional Record · 2010-04-21
Apr 21, 2010

I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, this resolution recognizes the Reverend Daniel Coughlin. Where is he? Come on, Father. Come on up if you're watching. We want to see you. This resolution recognizes the service of…

Congressional Record · 2010-04-21
Mar 24, 2010

I thank the gentleman for calling me valued. It's nice to be valued. He didn't say how much, but we will leave it alone--high value. Madam Speaker, I rise today to express my support for this legislation and look forward to it. This…

Congressional Record · 2010-03-24
Feb 24, 2010

Madam Speaker, out of respect for Jack, I will be very brief. Great American, great patriot, but for me he was a friend. He was my buddy. The truth is, he was my buddy not because we shared a philosophical view--we probably disagreed on…

Congressional Record · 2010-02-24

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