Mar 15, 2011
Mr. Speaker, I move that the House do now adjourn. The motion was agreed to; accordingly (at 6 o'clock and 3 minutes p.m.), under its previous order, the House adjourned until tomorrow, Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at 10 a.m. for…
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).
Congressional Record · 2011-03-15
Mar 10, 2011
Mr. President, we had two important votes yesterday on what we are going to do about the surging debt this Nation is incurring and the dangers that debt poses to the future health of our economy, the prosperity of our people, and the…
Mar 10, 2011
This is from the Washington Post, late January: In an analysis of the U.S. debt last week, S&P analysts said the unthinkable could occur unless U.S. officials take action. They go on to say: U.S. officials must act quickly to control…
Mar 10, 2011
I thank the Chair. I ask unanimous consent for 2 additional minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
Mar 9, 2011
Mr. Speaker, by direction of the Committee on Rules, I call up House Resolution 151 and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 151 Resolved, That at any time after the adoption of this…
Mar 9, 2011
Mr. Speaker, today is a very special day for not only me but many people who live in Dallas, Texas, because today is Ebby Halliday's 100th birthday. I have known Ebby for 22 years. This incredibly successful woman is one of the most…
Mar 9, 2011
You asked if somebody who knew the answer would stand up. I don't know the answer, but what I will tell you is that we will have the taxation start, and yet, the plan kicks in 2014. So massive taxation will start, and then we will find out…
Mar 9, 2011
Mr. Speaker, for the purpose of debate only, I yield the customary 30 minutes to the gentlewoman, my friend from New York (Ms. Slaughter), pending which I yield myself such time as I may consume. During consideration of this resolution…
Mar 9, 2011
Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days to revise and extend their remarks. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gentleman from Texas? There was no objection.
Mar 9, 2011
Mr. Speaker, House Resolution 151 provides for a modified open rule that allows any Member to offer an amendment to the underlying bill as long as it is preprinted in the Congressional Record and complies with House rules. This rule…
Mar 9, 2011
Mr. Speaker, by the way, we are working with all the Members of Congress. And that's why we went through regular order, which was a new process for this House from the last 4 years. We also came to the Rules Committee and allowed an open…
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