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Grace Meng

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Grace Meng is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York's 6th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she made history as the first Asian American woman elected to Congress. Throughout her tenure, Meng has focused on various issues, including education, healthcare, and public media funding. She has been an advocate for local stations and has expressed concerns about the impact of federal funding cuts on public media infrastructure.

Quotes by year · 2013–2026275 total · peak 2019 (55)
2013: 36 quotes2014: 27 quotes2015: 16 quotes2016: 14 quotes2017: 22 quotes2018: 9 quotes2019: 55 quotes2020: 4 quotes2021: 49 quotes2022: 16 quotes2024: 18 quotes2025: 2 quotes2026: 7 quotes
Oct 9, 2026

We know this playbook. We know his personality. He’s a cheater. He’s tried it before. He’ll continue to try it.

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Sep 26, 2026

Moms are the backbone of our economy, but too often, the economy doesn’t work for them.

duckworth.senate.gov
Jul 23, 2026

Every American—no matter their race or socioeconomic background—deserves access to affordable, high-quality health care.

padilla.senate.gov
Jun 6, 2026

“May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to honor our communities’ immeasurable contributions to our nation’s history, culture, and prosperity,” said Representative Grace Meng.

hirono.senate.gov
May 27, 2026

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to honor our communities’ immeasurable contributions to our nation’s history, culture, and prosperity.

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Jan 14, 2026

While this bill won't right every wrong, it represents Democrats and Republicans reaching an agreement that asserts Congress' authority, pushes back against this administration's overreach, and stands up for proven policies that have made…

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Jul 15, 2025

CPB's elimination would decimate public media infrastructure, as the vast majority of its funding goes directly to local stations.

commondreams.org
Mar 13, 2025

Restoring law and order starts with respecting the Rule of Law itself and the sacredness of our Constitution.

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Jun 27, 2024

I rise as the designee of the gentlewoman from Connecticut (Ms. DeLauro), and I move to strike the last word. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from New York is recognized for 5 minutes.

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Jun 27, 2024

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Indiana will be postponed.

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Jun 27, 2024

As mentioned before, our participation is in the United States' interest. I oppose this amendment. I yield back the balance of my time.

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Jun 27, 2024

I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from New York is recognized for 5 minutes.

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May 8, 2024

This was subsequently blocked by the Supreme Court. We cannot let this latest attempt succeed. Calling this legislation the Equal Representation Act is an oxymoron, and I am voting ``no'' and urge my colleagues to vote ``no.''

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Apr 10, 2024

In 2018 the previous administration repeatedly tried and attempted to add a citizenship question to the census.

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Apr 10, 2024

I look forward to voting against the bill that is called the Equal Representation Act but literally does the opposite.

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Apr 10, 2024

It's not in our interest for drug traffickers, terrorists, murderers, people interested in fomenting instability and destroying democracy, to have guns.

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Apr 10, 2024

I want to ask if this rule will keep American guns out of the hands of drug traffickers?

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Apr 10, 2024

If people are afraid because of their immigration status, to talk to the census counter, then we're not going to get an accurate number.

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Apr 10, 2024

I know that you and the public servants who lead the Census Bureau take this mandate from the Constitution seriously.

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Apr 10, 2024

I just wanted to follow up on my colleague Mr. Morelle's questions and express appreciation.

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Apr 10, 2024

I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your leadership in responding to violent crime, and specifically, hate crimes in the United States in the last several years.

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Apr 10, 2024

I was proud to partner with the DOJ to bolster federal data collection in response to hate crimes.

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Apr 10, 2024

I am concerned about the trend of a decrease in the number of local law enforcement agencies providing the FBI with incident data.

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Jan 10, 2024

I am asking for that authorization to please be increased to $250 million in the 2024 reauthorization.

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