Glenn Thompson: “Yes, ma'am. I would like to say, as you listed, there are a tremendous number of capabilities at Kirtland Air Force Base…”

If there was ever a Democratic Member of Congress who literally represents the term ``statesman,'' it is Steny Hoyer. He truly is. He has not failed at that task, and so I offer my congratulations on his announced retirement and my thanks…

I did not support the amendment that passed out of committee by voice vote banning greyhound racing nationwide. I think a ban is heavyhanded. It sets a dangerous precedent, and it doesn't take into consideration the tracks that are…

While this may not be in our jurisdiction, it is certainly in the interest of the farmers and ranchers, and foresters that we represent.

For many of our Nation's coastal areas, fishermen represent not just a way to make a living, but they are the embodiment of the community's culture. Although commercial fishermen catch 8.4 billion pounds of seafood each year, they do not…