Jun 6, 2012
As the main Members of Congress who advocated for collective bargaining rights for TSOs, we heralded your February 2011 decision to confer TSOs those critical workplace rights.
Bennie Thompson
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Bennie Gordon Thompson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Mississippi's 2nd congressional district since 1993. A member of the Democratic Party, Thompson has been a prominent voice in Congress on issues related to homeland security, having served as the Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on various aspects of national security and has been an advocate for addressing threats posed by terrorism and drug cartels.
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Jun 6, 2012
Collective bargaining does not diminish our security. Collective bargaining can improve workforce morale and productivity.
Jun 6, 2012
The intent is to deter terrorists and if it doesn't deter, then to catch them because we haven't had any actual terrorist try to get on a flight here in the United States.
May 30, 2012
I have no other speakers, and I'm prepared to close. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 3140, as introduced by our former committee colleague, Ms. Speier, is a needed, commonsense piece of legislation with a history of bipartisan support. I urge my…
May 30, 2012
I ask support of H.R. 915. It's a good bill. I urge its adoption, and I yield back the balance of my time.
May 30, 2012
I urge passage of H.R. 2764. Enactment of this measure will strengthen the partnership between the Department of Homeland Security and our Nation's first preventers against one of the most vexing homeland security threats: weapons of mass…
May 30, 2012
I am prepared to close. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 3670 enjoys bipartisan support of both the Committee on Veterans' Affairs and the Committee on Homeland Security and deserves the support of the full House today. I yield back the balance of my…
May 30, 2012
In closing, I thank the lead sponsor of this bill, the gentlewoman from Michigan, Representative Miller, for her leadership on border and maritime issues and for her willingness to work on a bipartisan basis in areas of shared concern. I…
May 16, 2012
It is imperative that the Department take seriously each and every allegation of employee misconduct.
May 15, 2012
No agency in the Federal Government has a more central role in securing our aviation system than TSA.
May 8, 2012
To effectively prioritize resources, we need to align technology and training with the specific needs of our first responders.
May 7, 2012
It is my hope that the BCI will truly offer a better indicator of the situation along the border.
May 7, 2012
I look forward to hearing more details today from Chief Fisher about the strategic plan and how it will be implemented.
May 7, 2012
I have long encouraged the Department of Homeland Security to develop a comprehensive strategy for securing America's borders.
May 5, 2012
I was disturbed to learn that we have made little progress in developing the capabilities necessary to implement robust long-term recovery plans.
Apr 23, 2012
I applaud Chairman Dan Lungren and the efforts by Ranking Member Keating to introduce legislation that recognizes that preparing for and combatting cyber warfare requires robust academic, industry, and Federal research partnerships.
Apr 23, 2012
Unfortunately, none of the bills being voted on by the House this week accomplish these goals.
Apr 23, 2012
It is therefore imperative that we take seriously the United States' role in securing cyber space from unwanted intrusions and dangerous attacks.
Apr 18, 2012
Thank you for holding this hearing to review the Department of Homeland Security's involvement with the National Laboratories.
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