Joe Morelle: “The bill is unfair, undemocratic, and un-American.”

I largely support the resolutions contained within the en bloc package as drafted, and I will urge my colleagues on our side to do the same.

Protection of the rights of the minority, regardless of which party holds the gavel, has been a fundamental principle in the House since its inception.

In closing, Madam Speaker, I thank the people who have spoken here on an idea whose time has more than come. I think this is the appropriate way, and particularly, as Ms. Houlahan says, in recognition of our 250th anniversary upcoming…

I thank my friend, the gentleman from Virginia, for yielding me time. I rise today in strong opposition to this budget resolution. As an Appropriations Committee member, thoughtful consideration of government spending is a responsibility I…