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Claudia Tenney

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Claudia Tenney is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York's 22nd congressional district since January 3, 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Tenney has been involved in various capacities within state and federal government. She has focused on issues such as economic development, tax reform, and veterans' affairs during her time in office. Tenney has also been vocal on matters related to higher education and accountability in academic institutions.

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Jul 24, 2017

I first want to thank Chairman Roe and Ranking Member Walz for prioritizing bipartisanship and putting our veterans ahead of politics. This committee's work is a testament to what we can achieve here in Congress when we put aside politics…

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Jul 14, 2017

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of subtitle C of title VIII, add the following new section: SEC. 860A. ADDITION OF DOMESTICALLY…

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Jul 14, 2017

My constituents are discouraged. They are fed up with political elites who have failed to represent them, and with special interest groups who, too often, put impractical dogma before practical policy. In the Rust Belt region I represent…

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Jun 28, 2017

I have no doubt that the men and women of the VA serve our veterans admirably each day.

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Jun 28, 2017

This bill would simply require the VA to submit a report to Congress at the end of each fiscal year listing the bonuses that were awarded to senior level executives within the Department.

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Jun 28, 2017

It is an honor to represent a district that is home to more than 55,000 veterans.

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Jun 28, 2017

Given the patterns of mismanagement at the VA, veterans must know how bonuses are being awarded at the agency.

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Jun 28, 2017

I encourage my colleagues to support the VA Bonus Transparency Act.

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Jun 28, 2017

VA employees should be fairly compensated for their work and awarded for their achievements in service to our veterans.

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Jun 20, 2017

I thank Congressman Faso for his leadership, and also for the great comments from Congressman Collins in the western New York district and for coming up with this really great piece of legislation. It is no secret that New York residents…

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Jun 20, 2017

I want to mention one thing that I think is really important. Both Congressman Faso and I served as members of the State Assembly prior to serving in Congress. One thing that we both know is that we are truly interested in helping people…

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Jun 8, 2017

I thank Chairman Hensarling for this important bill. I rise today in support of H.R. 10, the Financial CHOICE Act. As a single parent and small-business owner, I know from my own experience that the only way for hardworking Americans to…

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May 19, 2017

It is a distinct honor to rise today to recognize National Police Week, honoring our heroes of the thin blue line. During this week each year, our Nation joins together to honor our brave men and women in blue. In their mission to serve…

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Mar 20, 2017

It just seems to me that this is just an out-of-control agency, as a new member and someone who has seen what happens in a State with a very large bureaucracy.

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Mar 20, 2017

I deem it unconstitutional, as someone who is also an attorney.

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Mar 20, 2017

I see the CFPB as more of an obstacle. I respectfully disagree with my colleagues.

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Mar 16, 2017

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Add at the end the following new section: SEC. 10. ANNUAL REPORT ON PERFORMANCE AWARDS AND BONUSES AWARDED…

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Mar 15, 2017

I thank the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Ferguson), my esteemed colleague. I rise today to recognize the New Yorkers who have been hit especially hard by the policies of the previous administration and ObamaCare's so-called reforms to our…

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Mar 8, 2017

On today's high-tech battlefields, our country's superiority in cyberspace is critical.

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Mar 8, 2017

As the mother of an Active Duty marine officer and a Member of Congress representing New York's 22nd Congressional District, I take my constitutional responsibility to provide for our common defense very seriously.

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Mar 8, 2017

Today I am honored to rise and recognize and congratulate the new Section 4, Class B boys' basketball champions, the Norwich Purple Tornadoes. The hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship of these young men helped lead their team to claim…

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Mar 8, 2017

Ensuring that our military has the tools and resources to dominate in cyberspace is among Rome Lab's chief missions.

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Feb 27, 2017

Dairy is really important. Obviously, it's part of my family, but it's part of my district.

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Feb 27, 2017

I'm Claudia Tenney. I represent NY-22, which Mr. Faso had indicated was to the west.

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Feb 1, 2017

Let me emphasize, we are not eliminating the SEC's or the DOJ's enforcement authority. We are simply asking them to revisit this rule. Both of these agencies still retain their power to ensure a level playing field and to root out…

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