Political Quotes

The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to House Resolution 1370 and rule XVIII, the Chair declares the House in the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for the consideration of the bill, H.R. 8997. The Chair appoints the…

As we have been debating the amendments to this energy and water bill, for some of the amendments I have risen in strong support and strong opposition. With all due respect to the gentleman from California, I rise in the staunchest…

While I appreciate my colleague's interest in keeping the Federal spending in check, I would note that the 12 bills reported by the Appropriations Committee collectively adhere to the Fiscal Responsibility Act. How funds are allocated…

While I appreciate my colleague's interest on these issues, my view is steadfast and the same as it was last year when a similar amendment was offered. Threats to the United States have changed and technology has advanced, but our ICBM…