Kenny Hulshof

As a Nation, we are fond of looking back over our country's relatively short history and commemorating noteworthy events. For instance, in a few short years, in 2004, our country will be celebrating the bicentennial anniversary of the…

I find it noteworthy that over the last 4 years we have had 12 occasions to debate a substantive tax relief measure, and these are the Congressional Records from those debates. I note that my colleague from Missouri, who is likely to join…

I urge this body to override the President's veto. I am fortunate enough to represent 216 miles of river which includes the Mississippi but 86 miles of the Missouri River that forms the boundary in my district. I would ask... that Members…

I have heard these very powerful testimonials from all Members, including my colleague, the gentleman from Missouri, who spoke at the beginning in favor of Mr. Conyers' motion. I, too, have held the hands of family members who have been…

the question is a simple one, I say to my friend from New York (Mr. Rangel), should the death of a family member be a taxable event? Should the passing of one's mother or father who have worked hard to build a business to pass on to their…

talk is cheap. Prescription drugs are not. They are expensive and getting more expensive every day. Seniors need help now. The competing plans are alike in certain respects, monthly premiums, deductibles, out-of-pocket costs, taking care…

Again, with all the great respect for the gentleman from California (Mr. Packard), I consider him just that, a gentleman, in this body, were it not for the time limit on the authorization, and that is the clock is running on this…

I find it ironic that today as world scientists are heralding the breakthrough and mapping human genetics that the European Union remains in the dark ages regarding advancements in plant science. The European Union has demonstrated extreme…

As a result of some severe flash flooding, two lives were lost, over 200 of my constituents were left homeless and numerous businesses have suffered property damage. Recognizing the severity of these damages caused by the flooding, the…

I think what needs to be mentioned, Mr. Speaker, is that under present law, certain estates are shielded from the Federal death tax and that exemption or that unified credit, to talk the terminology, presently is under $700,000. If you…

In addition, and that is so critically important, what a popular idea that is in place in your State and in other States as far as prepaid State tuition plans, to be used again as a tool focusing on higher education. Here are a couple of…

Yet, those of us who support the Hutchinson substitute, we believe we are engaged in an exercise of futility. The definition of "insanity" is taking exactly the same action and expecting a different result. The fact is that the…

Last January, I was granted the privilege to enter this chamber for the first time. My family beamed down at me with pride from the gallery as I began my service to this nation. On that day I rose in unison with my colleagues and pledged…

Shall a formal impeachment inquiry commence. As we consider and struggle with this weighty matter, I implore my colleagues to focus on the gravity of the moment. Some may be tempted to condemn the process, or the prosecutor. But Madam…

There is so much about this tax cut package that is to like. The beauty of this particular provision is that we want to take 90 percent of the projected surplus and put it aside to save Social Security; surplus funds, not monies needed to…

In addition to one of the provisions in the bill that does not get a lot of air play, if you will, is the credit that we provide companies in this country to invest in research. Mr. Speaker, my friend from Arizona knows that technology is…

the headlines on Tuesday morning's paper in the city proclaimed: House Votes to Ban Soft Money and Increase Disclosure Requirements for Candidates. Guess what? If my colleagues vote for the freshman bill, they will get those same kudos…

we face--all of us--a daunting challenge. To solve it, we must begin our work now and put partisan differences aside. As we proceed, we must do two things: First and foremost, we must honor our commitment to today's seniors and those who…

Madam Speaker, these past several days this body has been consumed with political wrangling over spending bills and legislative riders, debate over tax cuts and social security, whether to fund the IMF or not fund the IMF

I ask unanimous consent for an additional 30 seconds to conclude.

I believe the doubt should be resolved in favor of holding hearings and the resolution should be accepted.

these past several days this body has been consumed with political wrangling over spending bills and legislative riders, debate over tax cuts and social security, whether to fund the IMF or not fund the IMF

I have made it in the history books. I am the first ever victim of the line item veto. I just thought history would taste a little sweeter than this. I certainly support H.R. 2513, the new and improved version. I know that there are…

I accept the invitation of the preceding speaker to go beyond the rhetoric and talk about the outrages. Mr. Speaker, let not my words today be an indictment against the hard-working men and women that are our tax collectors that are trying…

Mr. Chairman, the American criminal justice system has neglected victims for far too long. As part of its responsibility, U.S. Attorney offices from across the country have recently established victim and witness assistance programs to…