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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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Mar 14, 2016

I want to express our heartfelt prayers for all the families who lost loved ones in another evil act of terrorism and express our determination to bring the perpetrators to justice.

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Mar 14, 2016

As ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, I want to make it clear that I am absolutely committed to making sure that the Federal Government supports the people of Flint and the Federal Government holds up our end of the…

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Mar 14, 2016

I am outraged, as are many of my colleagues, at the neglect and criminal incompetence that resulted in the Flint water crisis.

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Mar 1, 2016

The President's budget proposes $7.33 billion for TSA, which is a modest $149 million increase from fiscal year 2016.

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Feb 29, 2016

It has become increasingly clear that our Nation's electricity grid requires transformation to address reliability and security issues.

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Feb 29, 2016

Hopefully, there won't be any dangerous accidents before that time, because once it occurs and it affects our streams and rivers, as you know, I have been told that you just can't clean it up.

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Feb 29, 2016

I particularly want to join my colleagues in commending Chief Dine on your years of hard work and service.

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Feb 29, 2016

It is critical we take real steps to address climate change.

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Feb 29, 2016

The Department of Energy plays a critical role in America's national security and economic prosperity.

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Feb 24, 2016

It would be a good thing for the country.

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