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Eddie Bernice Johnson

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Eddie Bernice Johnson was a prominent Democratic politician from Texas who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1993 until 2021. She represented Texas's 30th congressional district, which includes parts of Dallas, and was known for her advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and civil rights. Johnson was the first African American woman elected to the U.S. House from Texas, breaking significant barriers in her political career. Throughout her tenure, she was a strong voice for her constituents and worked on various initiatives to improve the lives of those in her district.

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Feb 10, 2014

If the Majority is serious about moving forward with this ill-advised legislation, then we need to hear from a credible set of witnesses.

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Feb 10, 2014

Dr. Graham's center ultimately received tens of thousands of dollars on grants from Philip Morris' subsidiary, Kraft General Foods.

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Feb 10, 2014

The Secret Science Reform Act of 2014 is built on a false premise.

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Feb 4, 2014

Comments from Air Alliance Houston, submitted by Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, Ranking Member, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Feb 4, 2014

Let me be clear. I firmly believe that we have both a strong economy and a safe and healthy environment.

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Feb 4, 2014

It is critical that we begin to take steps towards curbing our carbon emissions to address climate change.

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Feb 4, 2014

Letter from the Environmental Integrity Project, submitted by Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, Ranking Member, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Feb 4, 2014

However, we must acknowledge that the development of any fossil fuel resource can have significant negative environmental impacts.

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Feb 4, 2014

While few people get rich from clean air and water, everybody benefits.

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Feb 4, 2014

Letter from Mr. Steve Lipsky of Weatherford, Texas, submitted by Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, Ranking Member, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Feb 4, 2014

Letter from the Lone Star Sierra Club, submitted by Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, Ranking Member, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Feb 4, 2014

Now, more than ever, American people need a strong EPA to protect their right to clean air and water.

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Feb 4, 2014

Let me be clear. I firmly believe we can have both a strong economy and a safe and healthy environment.

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Feb 4, 2014

As someone who worked in public health before I entered politics, I can think of no mission of the federal government that is more important or noble than EPA's mission to protect human health and the environment.

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Feb 4, 2014

I find some of the arguments by my colleagues across the aisle that are addressing climate change as too costly to be the height of irresponsibility.

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Jan 15, 2014

I am very concerned about the testimony we heard from Mr. Kennedy a moment ago.

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Jan 15, 2014

I am concerned that the intentions in this hearing appears to be to scare Americans away from the HealthCare.gov site.

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Jan 15, 2014

I will withdraw my objection but I would point out that this report includes language that I consider vulgar and beneath the dignity of the Committee.

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Jan 15, 2014

I am concerned that the intention of this hearing appears to be to scare Americans away from the healthcare.gov site.

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Jan 15, 2014

This means that he did not comply with the rules of our committee.

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Jan 8, 2014

But I also want to emphasize the important and unique role of the federal government in improving STEM education.

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Jan 8, 2014

I applaud what you do and I hope, Mr. Chairman and to the Ranking Member, that in Congress we can see across the aisle to begin to get this right from a policy perspective in the Congress.

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Jan 8, 2014

Our competitive edge will be lost if we do not vastly improve STEM education in this country for all of our students.

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Jan 8, 2014

Unfortunately, too many students across the country do not have the opportunities to participate in inspiring STEM activities or to receive a high-quality STEM education.

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Dec 11, 2013

I am supportive of the legislation and its purpose to revitalize American manufacturing because I strongly believe that if the United States is to remain competitive in the long-term, we need to ensure that American companies maintain…

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