Political Quotes

“I would just conclude by thanking the gentlewoman from Florida for sharing her story. I know it has been a rugged journey that she has endured on, but this legislation will save lives. It is so important that we do this work today. I had a dear friend who was diagnosed at an early age, and they had it pretty much under control. Then, after the birth of their second child, it came back with a vengeance and claimed her young life. This is a vicious, vicious attack on the body. I know we have all joined together to invest in research, and someday, we hope we will overcome this and save all lives. But in the meantime, reauthorizing this important body of work that the gentlewoman has led on is critical. So, I would encourage our colleagues to join us in passing this legislation. I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. Pallone) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4078, as amended. The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the bill, as amended, was passed. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. ____________________”