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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.

Sep 17, 2020

Madam Speaker, as millions across our nation continue to be impacted by the coronavirus, many continue to live in fear following the dramatic increase of threats and attacks against those of Asian descent since the COVID-19 outbreak. Since…

Congressional Record · 2020-09-17
Jul 30, 2020

Mr. Speaker, on July 21, 2020, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum to exclude undocumented immigrants from being counted in reapportionment for Congress. The Constitution explicitly requires an ``actual Enumeration'' of all…

Congressional Record · 2020-07-30
Jun 26, 2020

Mr. Speaker, I rise today because our Nation is screaming out, grieving for those killed by police brutality and racial injustice. I rise today because, for 8 minutes and 46 seconds, a police officer pressed his knee on George Floyd's…

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Feb 4, 2020

I ardently hope we can work together to preserve the unique histories of all Americans, including Asian Pacific Americans, for future generations.

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Feb 4, 2020

I come before you today to emphasize the need to weave the narrative to the Asian Pacific American communities into the greater American story.

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Feb 4, 2020

It is crucial that we honor the rich history and culture of Latino Americans and Asian Pacific Americans.

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Feb 4, 2020

the Asian Pacific American story is the American story.

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Dec 11, 2019

The Safe from the Start Act will increase dedicated GBV interventions, integrate GBV risk mitigation across all humanitarian sectors, and increase accountability.

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Dec 11, 2019

One of my top priorities as a Member of Congress is protecting those who are vulnerable around the world.

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Dec 11, 2019

This legislation is intended to help the humanitarian community take preventative measures and ensure that quality services are available for survivors from the onset of an emergency or crisis.

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Nov 15, 2019

Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 7, line 17, insert ``Asian American- and Native American Pacific Islander-serving…

Congressional Record · 2019-11-15

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