Feb 5, 2020
I did not know how prone Puerto Rico was to earthquakes until I woke up and found out what had happened there.
Nita Lowey
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Nita M. Lowey was a prominent Democratic politician who served as a U.S. Representative for New York's 17th congressional district from 1999 until 2021. She was the first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee, a position she held from 2019 to 2021, where she played a crucial role in shaping federal budgetary decisions and funding allocations. Throughout her tenure, Lowey was known for her advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and women's rights, and she worked to secure funding for various programs benefiting her constituents and communities across the nation.
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Feb 5, 2020
I have been working very hard to address the contamination of our drinking water by toxic PFAS chemicals...
Feb 5, 2020
I think would be particularly helpful to our remaining troops and to the safety and security of the Afghan people.
Feb 5, 2020
I would encourage--I know that this is the next year's fiscal budget, but I am hoping that the Defense Approps can look at the opportunities for partnering with the civilian government and making a difference in the lives of civilians.
Feb 5, 2020
I would like and hope that I could get that focused on in this coming appropriations in terms of the impact it has on military women.
Feb 5, 2020
I also want to emphasize my support, as well, for the National Guard ChalleNGe Program.
Feb 5, 2020
I want to emphasize the importance of the Defense Department and its ability to be innovative.
Feb 5, 2020
I just hope that next year you won't ask for another $1 billion again and another $1 billion with $4.6 billion.
Feb 5, 2020
Can you guarantee that this is going to do it; you have finally the expertise to do it?
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