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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.
The U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change brings together critical multilateral partners so the United States does not have to combat climate change alone. By supporting the UNFCCC, we are signaling to the world that we are committed…
In times of crisis, we seek to join forces with multilateral partners to help mitigate and recover from damage, and our approach to combating climate change should be no different. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to oppose this amendment…
I claim the time in opposition, although I am not opposed. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentlewoman from New York is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
This en bloc includes amendments from Representatives Cohen, Foster, Connolly, Cicilline, Boyle, Panetta, Krishnamoorthi, Espaillat, Cox, Cunningham, Spanberger, Levin, and Murphy. The amendment includes a number of good ideas that were…
Our committee has worked hard on a bipartisan basis to craft a bill that provides the Secretary of State and the U.S. administrator with the necessary tools to advance United States foreign policy. As I have said before, I have long…
Our national security is strongest when development, diplomacy, and defense are equally prioritized. This amendment undermines United States leadership and diminishes our engagement in the world. Mr. Chair, I strongly urge my colleagues to…
I strongly urge a ``no'' vote on the gentleman's amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. Banks). The question was taken; and the…
I claim time in opposition, although I am not opposed. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentlewoman from New York is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from North Carolina will be postponed. Amendment No. 91 Offered by Mr. Palmer The Acting CHAIR…
Ranking Member Rogers and I have worked hard to craft a bill that provides the necessary tools to the Secretary of State and USAID Administrator to advance United States foreign policy. Smart use of global health, humanitarian, and…
While deportation policy is a component of immigration and should most appropriately be considered by the House Judiciary Committee, I appreciate my friend raising awareness on this issue. The concerns expressed here today are echoed by…
I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Pascrell). The gentlewoman from New York is recognized for 5 minutes.
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