Kevin Brady
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Kevin Brady is a Republican politician from Texas, best known for his role as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, where he served from 1997 to 2021. During his tenure, he held significant positions, including Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, where he played a key role in shaping tax policy and economic legislation. Brady was instrumental in the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which aimed to reduce taxes for individuals and businesses. He has also been an advocate for various initiatives related to trade, healthcare, and education.
I would like to thank Vice Chair Klobuchar for choosing the topic of today's hearing, 'Building Job Opportunities for Veterans.'
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. This is a commonsense amendment that helps us responsibly develop our traditional energy sources for more jobs, more revenue to help balance this budget, and more affordable energy…
Mr. Chairman, I reserve the balance of my time. I am ready to close whenever the ranking member is. Mr. DeFAZIO. As I pointed out earlier in the debate, yes, the chairman is correct, it does take time, and there are 5,484 leases, 30…
I yield 1 minute to the chairman of the committee, the gentleman from Washington (Mr. Hastings).
Thank you, Chairman Hastings. I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. DeFAZIO. I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The CHAIR. The gentleman from Oregon is recognized for 5 minutes. Mr. DeFAZIO. Mr. Chairman, at the end of the…
Mr. Chairman, our Nation is in the middle of an exciting energy revolution, but we will never truly reach energy security as long as 85 percent of our offshore areas remain off limits to oil and gas manufacturers. Chairman Hastings'…
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 3, line 8, before the period insert ``, and shall include and consider all such subdivisions in…
This report is a sham. I would call it a whitewash, but it is too thin and unsubstantial to even meet that description.
We need real reforms, and they must be implemented so the American people can have a restored faith that they have a government that works for them, not against them.





