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Marcy Kaptur

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Marcy Carolyn Kaptur is a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Ohio's 9th congressional district since 1983. She is the longest-serving woman in the history of Congress. Kaptur has focused on various issues throughout her tenure, including healthcare, economic development, and veterans' affairs. Her commitment to her constituents is evident in her advocacy for policies that support working families and promote job growth in Ohio.

Sep 5, 2017

Mr. Speaker, during World War II, a wise admonition from our military read: ``Loose lips sink ships.'' In other words, beware of unguarded talk. Of late, our world has witnessed an unprecedented escalation in tension with North Korea and…

Congressional Record · 2017-09-05
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chair, I rise in strong opposition to this particular amendment. I say to the gentleman: For the company in your district, the regulations include the opportunity for waiver. And I would hope that the company in your district would be…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chair, 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 Pennsylvania will be postponed. Amendment No. 64 Offered by Mr. Budd The Acting…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chair, I claim time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Ohio is recognized for 5 minutes.

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chairman, I ask unanimous consent to claim the time in opposition, although I do not oppose the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Is there objection to the request of the gentlewoman from Ohio? There was no objection. The Acting CHAIR. The…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chairman, I think the gentleman has a point of view that I do not support, but in terms of this amendment, it really is not necessary. It is redundant. On March 28 of this year, Executive Order No. 13783, signed by President Donald…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chairman, I rise to support the intent of the gentlewoman's amendment. I am very glad to hear what the gentlewoman is saying. She is trying to do everything she can to support American-made products and particularly American-made…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chairman, with all the respect I have for Congressman Burgess, I oppose this damaging rider which would block the Department of Energy from implementing or enforcing commonsense energy efficiency standards for lightbulbs. This rider…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chairman, I rise in strong support of this amendment offered by my friends, Mr. Mitchell and Mr. Huizenga and, I have no doubt, many fellow travelers from the Great Lakes delegation on both sides of the aisle. I find it somewhat…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chair, as the designee of Ranking Member Lowey, I move to strike the last word. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Ohio is recognized for 5 minutes.

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26
Jul 26, 2017

Mr. Chair, I rise in support of the gentlewoman's amendment to support the growth of vibrant coastal economies and creation of fisheries and agriculture jobs. The National Ocean Policy is helping agencies and States collaborate to reduce…

Congressional Record · 2017-07-26

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