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Joseph Crowley is a former Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York's 14th congressional district from 2013 until 2019. Prior to that, he served New York's 7th congressional district from 1999 to 2013. Crowley was known for his work on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development. He held various leadership positions within the Democratic Party, including serving as the chair of the Democratic Caucus in the House. In 2018, he was defeated in a primary election by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, which marked a significant shift in the political landscape of the district.
I rise in strong support of House Joint Resolution 83, a measure to renew the ban on imports from the country of Burma. The renewal of this bill is extremely important in the struggle for human rights and democracy in Burma. This measure…
I couldn't agree with him more that we do need to see more of a multilateral impact on Burma, particularly China, India, and the surrounding countries of Bangladesh and Thailand and such. And it's my hope that we will continue to see…
I was proud to be a member of the House- Senate conference committee that negotiated the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, and I will strongly support the passage of this agreement. This tough set of…
I have had the opportunity to visit Bangladesh on several occasions, and I have tremendous respect for the people of Bangladesh. They're hardworking, good people, and they love America. It's amazing the outpouring of affection that I…
I rise in strong support of House Resolution 1215, a measure to honor Bangladesh's return to democracy. Just 18 months ago, this House passed a resolution urging a return to democracy in Bangladesh. At the time, we were concerned that…
One of the goals of the Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act was to increase the stability of children in foster care, and I applaud the provisions of the bill to achieve that goal.
All of you--my colleague and I were talking about you are all a bunch of heroes here at this table for the work that you do, unsung heroes in many respects for the work that you do with some of the most challenging lives in America today.
Along with Chairman Neal I recognize the need to address the tax gap and ensure all appropriate owed taxes are paid.
Thank you, Commissioner Shulman, for being here today and discussing these issues.
I too have concerns about the cost affiliated with climate change for our seniors and others who don't work.
Thank you. Thank you for your comment. I appreciate it and I yield back the balance of my time.
I must demand for AIG increased accountability and transparency, something that was not done during the previous Administration.
today, the House began consideration of legislation to strengthen the Troubled Assets Relief Program. Implementation of this legislation is urgently needed, and here's why: Just last week AIG pulled back on a plan that would have cost…
Mr. Chairman, I seek to clarify language in the underlying TARP legislation. As you know, New York has been battered by the financial crisis, and unemployment, like in most States, has been drastically increasing. It is my understanding…
Am I correct in saying there is nothing in the TARP that prevents banks, such as Amalgamated Bank in New York, from applying for TARP and using these funds to support wages of workers as well as create jobs through the lending of funds to…
I rise today to express my overwhelming support for Israel's right to defend her people against terrorist attacks. Over the past 6 months, we have seen a relative calm between Israelis and Palestinians due to an Egyptian brokered…
If these are tax increases, I just want you to know, for the record, that in the previous bill that was passed by this House, 95 members of your caucus supported the identical provision that is in this bill.
that's why Democrats are trying to be responsible and we implemented the pay-as-you-go principles, meaning all new tax cuts and new spending increases need to be paid for as we move forward. In regards to the health savings account, I…
Thank you. Madam Speaker, I note that the gentleman made reference to the fact that the legislation, or at least the interpretation of the administration, that the legislation places onerous responsibilities on the trustees of the HSAs…
It is simply absurd to me that my Republican colleagues can't understand that we're simply asking for accountability, that we're not looking to eliminate them, that if they are using it for legitimate health purposes, that's fine. Now, I…
I just would point to the record that, in fact, it is not the responsibility of the trustees but of the individual who opens an HSA account that we're placing the burden on, that they prove that the HSA account is for legitimate medical…
the House version of the U.S. Global AIDS Act contains language suggesting that only family planning programs compliant with the global gag rule will be eligible to receive PEPFAR funds to provide HIV education, counseling, and testing. I…
Mr. Speaker, H.R. 5270 extends the financing and spending authority for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund. The trust fund taxes and spending authority are scheduled to expire on March 1, 2008. H.R. 5270 extends these taxes at current rates…
I rise today to solemnly remember the life of journalist and activist Hrant Dink. On January 19, 2007, Mr. Dink was gunned down by a Turkish ultranationalist outside his newspaper office in Istanbul, Turkey. Hrant Dink was a man who called…
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