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Sheila Jackson Lee

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Sheila Jackson Lee is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 18th congressional district since 1995. A member of the Democratic Party, she has been an advocate for civil rights, social justice, and healthcare reform throughout her tenure. Jackson Lee has served on various committees, including the Judiciary and Homeland Security committees, and has been involved in significant legislative efforts addressing issues such as immigration, education, and public safety.

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Jun 15, 2018

I thank the gentleman from Pennsylvania, and, as well, the chairman of the Judiciary Committee and the ranking member of the Judiciary Committee. We worked on this, and I am glad that our staff was able to communicate. I think it is…

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Jun 15, 2018

Again, let me indicate that I appreciate the gentleman's concern. I am concerned that simply a negligence standard would be the standard for judging a defendant under this particular amendment: should have known the substance was intended…

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Jun 14, 2018

Americans love sports. They love honest sports. They love winning the Stanley Cup by the great team here in Washington. We loved winning the World Series with the Houston Astros. We love our Olympics. Today, I rise because I recently…

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Jun 14, 2018

Join me in supporting the RADA bill. I thank Isabella Belcher and the OSCE staff. Mr. Speaker, I recently introduced H.R. 6067, the Rodchenkov Anti- Doping Act (``RADA'') because in the realm of international sports, it has become almost…

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Jun 14, 2018

I want to thank Congressman Raskin for his leadership, consistent leadership, on these issues. And certainly, I think, the recognition of the fact that the poor of this Nation, both in the biblical sense of our faith or the document of…

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Jun 13, 2018

We are on the eve of Father's Day. Fathers and mothers, their greatest gift, in their minds, are their children. Their greatest loves are their children. The greatest willingness to sacrifice their lives are for their children. Mr. Rodas…

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Jun 13, 2018

To close. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the gentleman for his explanation of the CREEPER bill. As I stated, it is disgusting, but, more importantly, it harms our children. What we want to do in this Congress is to ensure that not only do we…

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Jun 13, 2018

I thank Mr. Correa from the great State of California for taking the time to really allow those of us who are in pain to express that pain. I know that my colleagues, each one of them--as we say sometimes in our religious…

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Jun 8, 2018

I ask my colleagues to support the program overall and my amendment. Mr. Chair, thank you for this opportunity to briefly explain Jackson Lee Amendment No. 34. Before I begin, let me express my appreciation and thanks to good friends…

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Jun 8, 2018

This is a very conspicuous and daily occurrence that happens where our veterans are able to go to a supportive team that understands their service, appreciates their plight, and works to help them so that they do not go into the cycle of…

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Jun 8, 2018

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of division C (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…

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Jun 8, 2018

Let me again express my appreciation. As I indicated, there is a very solid and strong stand on this bill regarding providing for our homeless veterans. It is something that we contend with in our city of Houston, but we are grateful that…

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