Jul 23, 2014
As a senior member of the Judiciary and Homeland Security Committees, I rise in strong support of H.R. 5116, ``Human Trafficking Detection Act of 2014.'' I support this bipartisan legislation which ensures that Transportation Security…
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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Jul 23, 2014
As a senior member of the Judiciary and Homeland Security Committees, I rise in strong support of H.R. 2283, ``Human Trafficking Prioritization Act of 2014.'' I support this bipartisan legislation which modifies the Trafficking Victims…
Jul 23, 2014
As a senior member of the Judiciary and Homeland Security Committees, I rise in strong support of H.R. 4449, the ``Human Trafficking Prevention Act.'' Mr. Speaker, I want to thank Chairman Royce and Ranking Member Engel for their…
Jul 23, 2014
First of all, let me thank the managers of this legislation, who have really brought together an important concept, and I just want to call the name of the bill: the Advancing Competency- Based Education Demonstration Project. Mr…
Jul 22, 2014
My community has experienced over the last couple of weeks senseless horrific violence done with guns, wrapped and intertwined with domestic violence. First, I offer my sympathy to Cassidy Stay, who lost six members of her family at the…
Jul 22, 2014
As a senior member of the Homeland Security Committee and a former chair of the Transportation Security Subcommittee, I rise in support of H.R. 4803, the ``TSA Office of Inspection Accountability Act of 2014.'' Mr. Speaker, I want to thank…
Jul 22, 2014
As a senior member of the Homeland Security Committee and the former ranking member and chair of the Subcommittee on Transportation Security, I rise in strong support of H.R. 4812, the Honor Flight Act of 2014. H.R. 4812 authorizes the…
Jul 17, 2014
This morning, I heard on the radio a Palestinian mother who said: I wish the bombing would stop so that I could get food for my children. I don't expect that that mother would in any way deny Israeli mothers and fathers from their ability…
Jul 17, 2014
I thank the gentleman for yielding for just a moment because this is a colleague from Texas, and there are many issues that we have agreed on with respect to Texas. I might say to you that I am a strong proponent of religious liberty. You…
Jul 16, 2014
I stand here today as a mother and a parent. I could offer that I am a Congresswoman, but I think we need to embrace those mothers whose girls are still missing. How long? Too long. How long? Too long. Next Wednesday will be 100 days since…
Jul 15, 2014
Let me thank the gentleman from Colorado and, as well, the manager of this rule. I too rise to be able to push for voting ``no'' on the previous question, dealing with making sure that we fix the taking away of women's rights as it relates…
Jul 15, 2014
Why are we barring our States from doing their good due diligence, providing resources--needed resources--for schools and infrastructure and health care? So I am well aware of the arguments on the other side, but listen to our arguments…
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