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Marc Veasey is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 33rd congressional district since 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development throughout his tenure. Veasey has been an advocate for policies aimed at improving access to healthcare and addressing the needs of his constituents in Texas. He has also been involved in discussions around voting rights and immigration reform, reflecting the diverse demographics of his district.
Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent to bring up H.R. 15 to demand a vote on the bipartisan immigration reform bill that unites families and moves our country forward. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair understands that the gentleman from…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the women who have shaped our Nation's history and those women who continue to make a difference in our communities. Women entrepreneurs are the fastest growing sector in the small business community…
Mr. Speaker, I rise to remind Americans today to hurry: they have 6 days left to sign up for the Affordable Care Act through their Federal and State exchanges and marketplaces. Don't believe the hype from the Republicans. The Affordable…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the tragic events that took place in Austin, Texas, on Thursday at the annual South by Southwest Festival. A suspected drunk driver being chased by the Austin police slammed his car into the festival crowd. Two…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight an issue impacting constituents in my district and all across the Nation. Recently, statistics were published lauding Texas' falling unemployment rate. Articles say that Texans are finding good jobs…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Reverend Nehemiah Davis on his 50th anniversary as pastor of the historic Mount Pisgah Baptist Church. The church is in my hometown of Fort Worth, Texas, located on Evans Avenue, on the historical South…
Mr. Speaker, I rise tonight to recognize Adelfa Callejo, a legendary Latina civil rights leader in Texas who died Friday at the age of 90. A Dallas lawyer and civil rights leader who was first exposed to activism as a girl interpreting for…
Madam Speaker, as we continue on our economic recovery and debate about raising the minimum wage for hardworking Americans, I want to talk today about raising the standard of living for women in America. According to the latest BLS report…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Fort Worth, Dallas, and Arlington chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, on their Founders Day for 101 years of dedicated service to our communities. Founded in 1913 by 22 women on the…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of over a million Americans who saw their unemployment benefits disappear on December 28. With our economy still struggling and unemployment remaining unacceptably high, now is not the time to take more…
Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 1, had I been present, I would have voted ``present.''
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