Dec 14, 2021
Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on H.R. 6256. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the…
Gregory Meeks
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Gregory Weldon Meeks is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 5th congressional district since 1998. A member of the Democratic Party, Meeks has focused on issues such as economic development, education, and healthcare throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for oversight and accountability in government, often speaking out on matters related to national security and foreign policy. Meeks has played a significant role in various legislative initiatives and has been involved in discussions regarding the War Powers and congressional oversight.
Congressional Record · 2021-12-14
Dec 14, 2021
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 6256, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act introduced by my good friend, colleague, and chair of the Rules Committee, Mr…
Dec 14, 2021
Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Rhode Island (Mr. Cicilline), a great member of the Foreign Affairs Committee.
Dec 14, 2021
Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. McGovern), the sponsor of this bill and chairman of the Rules Committee. Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank Chairman Meeks for yielding me the time and for his…
Dec 7, 2021
Finally, Madam Speaker, provisions promoting diversity and other management reforms at the State Department were also left out. These are just a few examples of where the bill falls a little short. Despite the efforts of many of our…
Dec 7, 2021
We view this as a really critical and strategic part of what we can do to foster a more inclusive financial system.
Dec 7, 2021
Madam Speaker, I want to thank the distinguished chair of the House Armed Services Committee for all of his hard work in putting together, as he was just closing, what I think is a bill that is one of the best--a lot of hard work that he…
Dec 7, 2021
I think one thing that is important to understand is that unlike a bank that wants to maybe hoard its deposits for its own lending business, as a full reserve model, we are not in the business of lending.
Dec 7, 2021
And given their important role as well as the challenges that they face, I have long been an advocate for robust partnerships whereby MDIs and CDFIs can leverage new technologies to better serve their communities.
Oct 26, 2021
It is good to see you and to hear that we are back to focusing on consumers again.
Oct 20, 2021
I am proud to support this measure and ensure our country continues to stand strong as a leader in supporting democratic rule of law and human rights around the world.
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