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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).

Jun 30, 2010

I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, my objection about Mr. Boehner's statements with regard to Social Security was that he wanted to take the money from Social Security and pay for the war. Not put it into a Social…

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Jun 30, 2010

Mr. Speaker, to balance out this argument just a little bit, I know we have those that want to characterize what Republicans stand for, but I would like to also address the statements that have been made here on the floor and balance out…

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Jun 30, 2010

Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the gentleman from Massachusetts (Mr. McGovern) for yielding me time, and I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, the rule we are discussing today allows for martial law authority for any bill…

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Jun 30, 2010

Madam Speaker, at this time, I yield 2 minutes to one of the newest Members of this body, the gentleman from Hawaii, Charles Djou.

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Jun 30, 2010

Mr. Speaker, today we're here on the floor of the House of Representatives talking about taxing and spending, jobs, and the needs of this great Nation. Yet today we will begin debating a bill which will further tax and cause fees of $18…

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Jun 30, 2010

Madam Speaker, I yield 4 minutes to the ranking member of the Financial Services Committee, the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Bachus).

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Jun 30, 2010

Mr. Speaker, on that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, this 15- minute vote on House Concurrent Resolution 293 will be followed by 5- minute votes on House…

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30
Jun 30, 2010

Mr. Speaker, as I said earlier, it is important to provide consumer safety and security in the marketplace, but our constituents are also concerned about much, much more. They are concerned about jobs, they are concerned about the economy…

Congressional Record · 2010-06-30

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