as I did a year ago this month, I rise to address this chamber with a heavy heart. Over the past several days, we have engaged in a debate worthy of this institution's history. These deliberations have focused on providing additional…

I rise to support H.R. 658, the Accountant, Compliance and Enforcement Staffing Act of 2003. Investor protection is one of my top priorities for my work on the House Financial Services Committee, and H.R. 658 will improve investor…

Do you realize in my district alone thousands of senior citizens have received letters that they are no longer insured? They are elderly, in their seventies, their 75th, 80th year and they are completely discombobulated with the idea that…

First and foremost, it is one thing to lose money in the stock market if one is a direct buyer in the stock market, if one is wealthy enough to be a speculator or trader in the stock market. But unfortunately, the people that have really…

I rise in support of H.R. 2941, the Brownfields, Redevelopment Enhancement Act. This important legislation will assist in the redevelopment of abandoned contaminated industrial sites in our nation's communities. During debate on this…

I speak in favor of the substitute, and it is for a very simple reason. There are three key elements developed in the substitute that I think are important but, more so than being important, I think they make the bill viable so we can get…

I almost hesitate rising. I know the gentlewoman that has just spoken is a fine member of our committee and, of course, she does not want to burden the homeowners and all of these small business people and everything. When we really stand…

I rise today to pay tribute not only to a fine Member of this House, but also to a friend, Henry B. Gonzalez. When I think of Henry, I think of the tall redwood trees of California. Henry stood just that tall. He was part of the tall…

I would like to join with our chairman of the Committee on Banking and Financial Services and ranking member in paying tribute to Bruce Vento. Bruce was the sort of fellow that was a real legislator, a quiet, gentle man. I came to the…

no one could deny our colleague that we honor today, Bill Goodling, has had a brilliant career in education in this Congress and is well known. But I can attest to the fact that he has more horse sense than any Member that ever served in…

I salute them on the occasion of this milestone anniversary, and I am pleased to call their faith and service to the attention of the House of Representatives.

Mr. Chairman, as the ranking Democrat on the subcommittee over the jurisdiction of the Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight, or OFHEO, I rise to speak in favor of the Hinchey amendment. This amendment would increase the amount of…

I had the great pleasure of having a night conversation and lunch with my sponsored page Becky Hoffman, who is part of this class. And her grandmother and her grandfather are very old and dear friends of mine are in the gallery watching…

I rise today to support and speak for the American Homeownership and Economic Opportunity Act. This bill will increase homeownership opportunities for all Americans, enhance access to affordable housing for low- and moderate-income…

His commitment to his parish and the community is legendary.

Rev. Nahas is an icon in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

In just 10 years, they have both had an enormous impact on northeastern Pennsylvania.

I am proud to join with the community in thanking them for their years of service and wishing them the best for the future.

I am extremely proud to call Tom and Suzette van Arsdale my friends.

His leadership, compassion, and understanding have always been an inspiration to me.

Monsignor McGowan is most renowned for his skill in public speaking and is the most sought-after speaker in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

I am very proud to call him a good friend.

I am extremely pleased and proud to have been asked to participate in this significant milestone for a man who is a true treasure in our community.

He has made his own legacy in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Dick Goldberg is a shining example of such leadership.