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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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Apr 10, 2018

Those increases are clearly included to support the administration's overly aggressive and unacceptable interior enforcement policies.

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Apr 10, 2018

A diminished U.S. role at these entities would hurt low-income countries in the world and damage U.S. economic and national security.

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Apr 10, 2018

These funds may be used for important capital improvements to upgrade much needed security measures.

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Apr 10, 2018

I vehemently oppose President Trump's travel ban that arbitrarily bars entry of people seeking refuge from certain countries into this country.

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Apr 10, 2018

I believe we should stay in the JCPOA to ensure aggressive and vigorous enforcement of the deal.

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Apr 10, 2018

It is a 25 percent cut. And I know that the chairman and I and this committee, as you can see, there is really bipartisan support for these programs.

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Apr 10, 2018

If enacted, this budget would substantially harm critical U.S. interests, put our embassies and diplomats at risk, and stymie our efforts to counter violent extremism and fight terrorism.

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Apr 10, 2018

We already know from past implementation that the policy increases the rate of abortions and unwanted pregnancies.

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Apr 10, 2018

I know we discussed Puerto Rico, so I won't bring that up today. But I hope you really stay on it because the tragedy was overwhelming.

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Apr 10, 2018

I have heard from emergency responders across my district about the importance of this program in keeping our communities safe.

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Apr 10, 2018

And that is why I was so pleased to hear Secretary Nielsen state her intention to focus DHS' efforts on hate groups widely, including white supremacy groups.

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Apr 10, 2018

Your budget proposal prioritizes industry over the health of the American people, in my judgment.

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