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Benjamin A. Gilman is a former U.S. Congressman who served as a Republican representative from New York. He was first elected to the House of Representatives in 1972 and served until 2002, making significant contributions to various committees, including the House International Relations Committee, where he was a prominent voice on foreign policy issues. Gilman was known for his advocacy on issues related to transparency and accountability in international dealings, particularly concerning OPEC and its impact on U.S. energy prices. Throughout his tenure, he focused on enhancing U.S. relations with other countries and addressing global economic challenges.
it is with deep regret that I rise to inform our colleagues of the unanticipated announcement by our colleague, the gentleman from New York, Representative Hamilton Fish, Jr., of his intention to retire at the end of this Congress. This is…
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to be able to rise to speak on the occasion of this commemorative which marks a day of tremendous historical significance for Americans and all who revere the blessings which a democratic way of life have afforded…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of Senate Joint Resolution 56 to designate the week beginning April 12, 1993, as ``National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.'' This resolution commemorates the more than one-half million men and…
I rise in strong support of this resolution. I commend the gentleman from Indiana [Mr. Burton] for bringing this measure to the floor. Whereas the values of sacrificial love and integrity are fundamental in developing the moral character…
Mr. Chairman, I rise today in opposition to Representative Boehner's amendment to H.R. 6, Improving America's Schools Act of 1994. The Boehner amendment would eliminate funding for the innovative elementary school transitional projects…
I rise today to join with my colleagues in drawing attention to the turbulent, hostile situation in Northern Ireland--and the critical role the United States can play in achieving a just, peaceful and lasting resolution to the tragic…
I rise today to thank the distinguished subcommittee chairman and the gentleman from Michigan, Mr. Kildee, and the ranking Republican, the gentleman from Pennsylvania, Mr. Goodling, for including my mentoring amendment in his en bloc…
Mr. Chairman, I rise today to thank the distinguished subcommittee chairman and the gentleman from Michigan, Mr. Kildee, and the ranking Republican, the gentleman from Pennsylvania, Mr. Goodling, for including my mentoring amendment in his…
Mr. Speaker, I am honored to rise in support of House Resolution 343, legislation condemning the racist, anti-Catholic, and anti-Semitic speech of Khalid Abdul Muhammad, a senior representative of the nation of Islam. This resolution…
House Concurrent Resolution 180 was the result of a very productive meeting members of this committee had with representatives from almost all the South Pacific Island nations. Our delegate from American Samoa [Mr. Faleomavaega] was…
today the President released his long- awaited national strategy on drug control, which emphasizes treating and rehabilitating hardcore drug abusers while cutting back on broadscale overseas interdiction. Sadly, this policy is a signal to…
I join my colleagues in paying tribute to one of the legislative giants of our century, indeed tribute to one of the greatest legislative leaders in the history of our Republic. The passing of Thomas "Tip" O'Neill last month left a void…
I join my colleagues in paying tribute to one of the legislative giants of our century, indeed tribute to one of the greatest legislative leaders in the history of our Republic. The passing of Thomas 'Tip' O'Neill last month left a void…
the House is preparing to take up an emergency appropriations bill to fund the costs of the earthquake that devastated Los Angeles last month. Tucked away in the emergency bill is $1,200,000,000 to reimburse the Defense Department for…
I rise in strong support of House Resolution 323, now being considered under suspension of the rules. This resolution expresses the sense of the House regarding the treatment of a claim for reparations by a U.S. citizen by the Federal…
I want to commend the gentleman from Massachusetts [Mr. Moakley] for giving us an opportunity to reflect on the public service of a great man, a great Speaker, Thomas ``Tip'' O'Neill. Speaker Tip O'Neill left his mark not only on our…
I want to commend the gentleman from Massachusetts [Mr. Moakley] for giving us an opportunity to reflect on the public service of a great man, a great Speaker, Thomas ``Tip'' O'Neill. Speaker Tip O'Neill left his mark not only on our…
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