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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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
He has been a passionate advocate and leader in Congress for people with disabilities.
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.
What a shock it is to see the President attacked when he is the one who is going to make sure, by challenging Congress, that we get this issue done. Mr. Speaker, there was a question the gentlewoman, my dear colleague, Ms. Slaughter…
They say that success has many fathers, and you could say many mothers. Success is, many times, in the eye of the beholder. But when lots of people see it, they can get better prepared, and then people see that as a model. I would like to…
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…
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…
I appreciate the distinguished gentlewoman bringing this up. Perhaps, Mr. Speaker, she was not in the body on the floor earlier when I brought up what I believe is an answer to this CHIP--Children's Health Insurance…
I would advise the gentlewoman, my colleague, that I have one more speaker left, so she may run down the time as she chooses. I reserve the balance of my time.
By direction of the Committee on Rules, I call up House Resolution 538 and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 538 Resolved, That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to…
I would like to publicly thank the Democratic members of the Rules Committee. The gentlewoman, Mrs. Slaughter, has recognized from the first moment when we came back the genuine desire and need for us to work together. Her entire team…
Yes, I appreciate the gentlewoman engaging me. I had understood that I had several other speakers, so what I would say to the gentlewoman is, if she would like to move on, I have none that I see right now. As we know, our Conference is in…
This rule and the underlying legislation is specifically answering a question of national emergency, and that is as it relates to hurricane and hurricanes that are nearing the United States. I yield 5 minutes to the distinguished gentleman…
Over the next few speakers, you will have an opportunity to hear from members of the Texas delegation who were not only in harm's way, but who represent many brave people who have responded to the call of others. Mr. Speaker, I yield 5…
I want to thank the gentleman, and I would thank him for his time on this colloquy.
I want to thank the gentleman for not only this clarification, but making sure that we are most specific in what we are undertaking. Mr. Speaker, I would also like to note that the Shah Deniz Pipeline and the Southern Gas Corridor projects…
I want to thank the chairman for yielding me this time, and I rise to applaud him for the hard work and the responsible actions that the chairman has taken, not only to ensure this piece of legislation is prepared, but bettered and ready…
This morning the Rules Committee issued announcements outlining the amendment processes for two measures that will likely be before the Rules Committee next week. An amendment deadline has been set for Monday, July 17, at 10 a.m., for H.R…
I appreciate the dialogue today with the gentlewoman, my friend, from New York, the ranking member of the committee, not only for her professional conduct today, but also for her day-to-day service to the Rules Committee as both she and I…
For the purpose of debate only, I yield the customary 30 minutes to the gentlewoman from New York (Ms. Slaughter), 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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