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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).
I wish to share a few thoughts about the service in the Senate of our good friend and colleague Saxby Chambliss. Saxby is one of the best liked and most respected Senators in this body. Every Member knows him. Every Member likes him. Every…
I would also just say that we will be losing a good friend, Mark Begich. Mark and I served on the Armed Services Committee together for a number of years. We were very active. I was Ranking Member and he was Chairman of the Armed Services…
I would like to make some remarks about Senator Coburn. Tom Coburn is one of the more remarkable Senators who have served in this body--certainly since I have been here. He is a man with absolute courage, conviction, and dedication to make…
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Mark Begich
I ask unanimous consent to speak as in morning business. THE PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. tribute to departing senators Tom Coburn
This is from the Secretary of the Treasury, who is asking Mr. Schumer, please, let's work to get this done because it makes sense. I yield 10 minutes to the gentleman from Lubbock, Texas (Mr. Neugebauer), the vice chairman of the…
Today the House of Representatives is considering a rule for consideration of a bill to reauthorize the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program, or a program known as TRIA. Without this bill, TRIA is set to expire on December 31, meaning that the…
By direction of the Committee on Rules, I call up House Resolution 775 and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 775 Resolved, That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to…
Exactly what the gentlewoman speaks about was part of the long discussion that we had in the Rules Committee yesterday. The gentleman from Dallas, Texas, Chairman Hensarling, very clearly went through-- piece, by piece, by piece--the…
I note that today we have a speaker for our friends, the Democrats, as well as the vice chairman of the Committee on Financial Services who are here, really, I believe, to give this body a real shot in the arm about how important this…
I thank the distinguished gentleman from Florida not only for the effort that we have had today but also at the Rules Committee yesterday, where the committee heard really, really great points, perhaps on both sides, but great points about…
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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