Mar 21, 2013
I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Colorado (Mr. Perlmutter).
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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Mar 21, 2013
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX and the previous order of the House, further proceedings on this question will be postponed. ____________________
Mar 21, 2013
I am pleased to yield 5 minutes to the ranking member and the distinguished leader of the committee that funds health, education, and labor, the Congresswoman from Connecticut (Ms. DeLauro). Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong…
Mar 18, 2013
In recent months, leaders in Congress on both sides of the aisle have discussed the consequences of sequestration.
Mar 18, 2013
I am particularly concerned about the disproportionate effect sequestration will have on our veterans.
Mar 14, 2013
The House Republican budget resolution is a blueprint for stalled growth, joblessness, and abandonment of American families. Since 2010, Congress has cut services and investments critical to American families by $1.5 trillion…
Mar 13, 2013
While our economy is in recovery, some of our fellow citizens are being left behind.
Mar 13, 2013
I cannot in good conscience tell my constituents that their country does not value their bond, their commitment, or their family.
Mar 13, 2013
Are you concerned that the sequester could ultimately infringe on a party's right to a speedy trial or other elements of due process?
Mar 13, 2013
If the Congress thinks that because of some automatic cuts this has to be cut back, you are doing a few things.
Mar 13, 2013
I do hope we can move ahead on a serious budget and roll back the sequester, which is causing such damage.
Mar 13, 2013
I fear they will soon have to manage with less support in order for the Federal government to meets its obligations to our most vulnerable citizens.
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