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Dutch Ruppersberger

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Dutch Ruppersberger is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Maryland's 2nd congressional district since 2003. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as national security, economic development, and education throughout his tenure. Ruppersberger has been involved in various legislative initiatives and has served on several committees, including the House Intelligence Committee.

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May 30, 2014

I yield myself as much time as I may consume. I support this amendment because the time is right to step back and take stock of where we are and how we are doing in our fight against terrorism. The threat is not going away, but it is…

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May 30, 2014

I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 345, noes 59, not voting 27, as follows: [Roll No. 271] AYES--345…

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May 30, 2014

I support this amendment, and I urge my colleagues to do the same. As I said in the opening hearing on worldwide threats, ``education is the keystone of security and prosperity in the 21st century.'' The cyber threats we face are grave…

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May 30, 2014

I claim the time in opposition, although I am not opposed to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from Maryland is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.

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May 30, 2014

Chairman Rogers, I thank you for your comments. I also have the same comments for you. When we took the leadership of this committee, we knew that the stakes were so high and that we had to work together on behalf of the people of the…

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May 22, 2014

I am prepared to close, and I yield myself such time as I may consume. The USA FREEDOM Act is a bipartisan compromise that is strongly supported by the administration. Our bill protects privacy and civil liberties while also protecting…

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May 9, 2014

On rollcall No. 214 I was unable to vote due to a medical procedure. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' Amendment No. 10 Offered by Mr. Langevin The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on…

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May 9, 2014

On rollcall No. 213 I was unable to vote due to a medical procedure. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' Amendment No. 9 Offered by Ms. Wilson of Florida The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded…

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May 9, 2014

On rollcall No. 215 I was unable to vote due to a medical procedure. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' Amendment No. 11 Offered by Ms. Bonamici The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on…

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May 9, 2014

On rollcall No. 216 I was unable to vote due to a medical procedure. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute, as amended. The amendment was…

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May 9, 2014

On rollcall No. 217 I was unable to vote due to a medical procedure. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' personal explanation

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May 9, 2014

On rollcall No. 212 I was unable to vote due to a medical procedure. Had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.''

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