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Pete Sessions

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Pete Sessions is an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 32nd congressional district from 2013 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held office in the House from 1997 to 2005, representing Texas's 5th congressional district. During his time in Congress, Sessions focused on various issues including veterans' affairs and fiscal responsibility. He has been involved in efforts to support veterans and their families, highlighting the importance of organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

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Dec 19, 2017

I would like to, if I could, advise the gentlewoman that, to balance out the time, I am going to allow her to have the next couple of speakers so that we can equal the time. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.

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Nov 15, 2017

For the purpose of debate only, I yield the customary 30 minutes to the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Hastings), my dear friend, pending which I yield myself such time as I may consume. During consideration of this resolution, all time…

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Nov 15, 2017

I want to start by saying that I would offer my thanks and collegial admiration and respect to the members of the Rules Committee who, last night, once again, on an expedited basis, spent time devoted to the duty that they have not only to…

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Nov 15, 2017

The President's priorities and tax reforms are consistent and have been from day one. Tax cuts for middle class families, simplifying the Nation's complicated tax system, and reducing the burden of taxes so that American employers can…

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Nov 15, 2017

By direction of the Committee on Rules, I call up House Resolution 619 and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 619 Resolved, That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to…

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Nov 6, 2017

I first want to say, ladies and gentlemen who are here, thank you for being here. I am from Dallas, Texas, and I stand in sorrow for my fellow Texans and the country, for those from Sutherland Springs, Texas, outside of San Antonio, who…

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Nov 2, 2017

I really appreciate the distinguished gentleman from Lewisville, Texas, Dr. Michael Burgess, who serves several roles in this House of Representatives. First of all, he is chairman of the Subcommittee on Health for the Energy and Commerce…

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Oct 23, 2017

I am proud to say I am his vice chairman on that committee.

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Oct 23, 2017

He has been a passionate advocate and leader in Congress for people with disabilities.

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Oct 23, 2017

He is the proud father of a young man by the name of Alex, who we all have met on many occasions, an outstanding young man who has Down syndrome.

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Sep 27, 2017

A good bit of the dialogue that is occurring today has been an active discussion for a long period of time in the Financial Services Committee--Jeb Hensarling from Dallas, Texas, the chairman of that committee. One of our bright young…

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Sep 27, 2017

Responding to the gentlewoman, I do not, but I will talk to Chairman Walden immediately, and I will come and find you during the vote, or as we end here, and I will let you know. I appreciate, once again, Mr. Speaker, that the gentlewoman…

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