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John Katko

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John Katko is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving New York's 24th congressional district from January 6, 2015, until January 3, 2023. During his tenure, Katko was known for his focus on issues such as national security, infrastructure, and bipartisan cooperation. He served on several committees, including the House Committee on Homeland Security, where he played a significant role in shaping policies related to counterterrorism and cybersecurity.

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Oct 20, 2015

My concern is, grafted on top of that now is this whole new phenomenon about ISIS and the stress that that is putting on...

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Sep 23, 2015

This legislation, which was signed into law on September 24, 2015, seeks to enhance the security of TSA personnel.

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Sep 16, 2015

A terrorist threat is Nation-wide, and we can't stress enough the importance of having a discussion about Nation-wide threats.

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Sep 16, 2015

I look forward to working with you to close vulnerabilities in the surface transportation sector and ensure that TSA is doing everything possible to keep the traveling public safe in every mode of transportation.

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Sep 7, 2015

Since that time, I have watched you gain more experience and more knowledge on the whole terrorist threat globally and with respect to the United States.

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Sep 7, 2015

It is our solemn duty to make sure that we never forget it, because, as we all know, we learn from history.

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Sep 7, 2015

It is a very different threat matrix now, and I would very much like to have your impression on what you think is the best way to attack it.

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Jul 28, 2015

Certainly to follow up, there are a couple of airports Nation-wide, namely Miami and Orlando, and I think Atlanta is going towards this, if they are not already there.

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Jul 28, 2015

I think these incidents point out that there really is a major problem with access controls at airports.

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Jul 27, 2015

I have no more speakers, and I reserve the balance of my time. Miss RICE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. In closing, I would like to again thank Members for supporting this legislation. H.R. 2127 will…

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Jul 27, 2015

I have no more speakers, and I reserve the balance of my time. Miss RICE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I support this commonsense legislation, and I congratulate my partner on the Transportation…

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Jul 27, 2015

To close. Mr. Speaker, I once again urge my colleagues to support this strong, bipartisan piece of legislation. I yield back the balance of my time.

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Jul 21, 2015

I really believe in environmental revitalization with the help of Government when it is appropriate.

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Jul 21, 2015

I agree with my colleague, Ms. Esty, we absolutely have to get manufacturing back in New York State and the Northeast.

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Jul 21, 2015

It is Roth Steel on Hiawatha Boulevard in Syracuse.

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Jul 15, 2015

I had the opportunity to sit down with Administrator Neffenger, and I am hopeful that he can provide steady leadership in order to bring TSA into a new and more effective chapter.

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Jul 15, 2015

I would like to welcome everyone to today's hearing on TSA's Federal Air Marshal Service.

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Jul 15, 2015

We all share the same goal, and as such, it is our duty to ensure that we constantly reexamine what we are doing and why we are doing it in order to yield better security enhancements and be more intelligence-driven.

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Jul 15, 2015

I look forward to hearing from Mr. Allison today.

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Jul 14, 2015

Trying to do something to counter violent extremism either from the Islamic side or the domestic side is a good idea overall.

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Jun 23, 2015

There is a moral imperative to try and do something to help these refugees.

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Jun 15, 2015

You ought to be on the phone right now. Stop, we have got to figure this out.

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Jun 15, 2015

It is now a year after you found out that your employees were not getting checked against a database.

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Jun 15, 2015

When people are having guns on airplanes, when people are dealing dope out of the Oakland Airport, it is a problem.

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