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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.
Because of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, in the Fifth District of Massachusetts, a median household of four earning $143,000 will see a tax cut of $5,208. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from New York (Mr. Reed), one of our…
I thank both the gentlewoman and the gentleman for stepping forward and being such strong advocates for taxpayers in a State that taxes its families and businesses, I think, almost beyond belief. Our goal in tax reform is to achieve tax…
I would like to thank Mr. Turner and Mr. Davis for raising this important issue. On the committee, Representatives Meehan and Lynn Jenkins led the discussion and share your sentiments. I have a keen interest in this issue. I will work with…
Massachusetts will gain 24,000 jobs; families will see a $3,000 increase in their paychecks. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Minnesota (Mr. Paulsen), a key member of our committee and a leader in technology and…
With this budget, we have an opportunity to move forward on a major priority for the American people, which is delivering the first overhaul of America's broken Tax Code in more than three decades. When you look, today, at the way America…
First, let me thank Chairman Black for her leadership on this remarkable budget. When I ask my constituents from Texas about their biggest concerns for their family and the Nation's future, the overwhelming response is about the debt our…
I first want to thank Mr. Curbelo for his leadership in crafting this disaster relief package for our communities, and Chairman Shuster for his leadership on this bill as well. I rise today not only on behalf of the people in my district…
I personally said, and it is a matter of record, I think we should abolish the entire Code and replace it with a consumption tax.
Thank you for leading hearings like this that allow America to have the conversation about creating a bolder, fairer, flatter, and more pro-growth Tax Code.
I urge you to plow ahead to develop a comprehensive document that clearly will be the new starting point for this effort.
Thank you for your leadership of the Tax Policy Subcommittee at such an important time in America's history.
Today I rise to recognize the life and faith of my friend, local Houston radio favorite, Michael ``Matt'' Patrick Ryan. Matt came to Houston after stints in New York, Indiana, and Ohio. Boy, he just became a favorite of our region, his…
On rollcall no. 336, I was unavoidably detained to cast my vote in time. Had I been present, I would have voted ``no.'' The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the passage of the bill. The question was taken; and the Speaker pro…
It is urgent that we take charge on trade in the Asia Pacific so that we don't lose ground to China.
America has led the world in global commerce for the better part of the last 100 years.
I am considering. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from California has the time.
This isn't about verifying for infants. Ninety-six percent of children receive their Social Security numbers within 2 weeks after they are born in a hospital, and many of them have parents who are eligible for these credits as well, so it…
I am proud to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Marino).
I am proud to yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Renacci), a colleague of mine on the Ways and Means Committee.
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