Feb 6, 2018
I am pleased to yield 5 minutes to the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. Visclosky), the ranking member of the Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Defense.
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 6, 2018
This is the latest example of Republicans being completely incapable of governing. We must finish our work. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
Feb 6, 2018
I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentlewoman from Connecticut (Ms. DeLauro), the ranking member of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee of the Appropriations Committee. Ms. DeLAURO. Mr…
Jan 30, 2018
First, I would like to say a few words about the retirement of my chairman, Rodney Frelinghuysen. Chairman Frelinghuysen has carried out his responsibilities with fairness and earnestness, and it has been such a pleasure to serve as…
Jan 18, 2018
Since President Trump's draconian budget was released, Democrats have warned Republicans that a bipartisan budget agreement was needed to adequately invest in American families and communities. Without a budget agreement, programs as…
Jan 18, 2018
I am very pleased to yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from Washington (Ms. Jayapal).
Jan 18, 2018
I am pleased to yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Pelosi), the Democratic leader.
Dec 7, 2017
It is extremely regrettable that we find ourselves here today. Democrats have said all year that there must be a deal to raise statutory budget caps in a manner that allows responsible investments in both defense and nondefense priorities…
Nov 29, 2017
This request includes a proposal for a national mitigation competition, but includes no new money to address the unmet needs in Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Nov 29, 2017
I do hope, if we ever get this budget process going, we will be able to give you a number that will provide for adequate funding to do this.
Nov 29, 2017
Puerto Rico has requested $46 billion in CDBG, with an additional $10 billion for community development projects like hospital reconstruction, school investment, small business grants.
Nov 29, 2017
It is my hope that today we can have a productive discussion about how FEMA can best help those impacted by Harvey, Irma, and Maria with a particular focus on how to assist Puerto Rico with vital repairs and improvements to its power…
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