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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.

Mar 19, 2024

As I traveled through the airport, I could sense the degree of excitement of many of the students who were traveling on spring break. As I entered the Capitol, it was a joy to see so many classes and families enjoying the wonderment of…

Congressional Record · 2024-03-19
Mar 19, 2024

Save him from this isolation and prison-like environment. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman's time has expired. The gentlewoman is no longer recognized. ____________________

Congressional Record · 2024-03-19
Mar 13, 2024

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak on H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. This bill would prohibit the distribution, maintenance, or provision of internet hosting services for any foreign…

Congressional Record · 2024-03-13
Mar 13, 2024

Mr. Speaker, I thank the graciousness of Ms. Kaptur for this time. I honor, in this month, Women's History Month, and salute the many women who have invested in the lives of so many. I honor the teachers who have taught young people. I…

Congressional Record · 2024-03-13
Mar 12, 2024

Madam Speaker, with a great deal of consternation I rise in opposition to the opposition. H. Res. 1065, here we go again. Rather than solutions, the Republicans are denouncing the Biden administration's immigration policy. What do they…

Congressional Record · 2024-03-12
Mar 11, 2024

Madam Speaker, in the bitter cold, one might wonder what the conditions of the soldiers in Ukraine are, young soldiers who are fighting for democracy. You would also wonder why this body of Members has not been able to resolve the crisis…

Congressional Record · 2024-03-11
Feb 29, 2024

It is important that the food and drug is able to be funded, that housing is able to be funded, and that the Department of Agriculture is able to be funded. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The time of the gentlewoman has expired.

Congressional Record · 2024-02-29
Feb 29, 2024

Let me say, Mr. Speaker, as I close, we must be responsible-- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman is no longer recognized. Members are reminded to direct their remarks to the Chair.

Congressional Record · 2024-02-29
Feb 29, 2024

Mr. Speaker, we have done the right thing. We have kept the government open, but there is much more to do. It is the wide- ranging responsibilities of the United States Congress. One of those responsibilities is to tell the truth of our…

Congressional Record · 2024-02-29
Feb 29, 2024

Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairwoman Granger and Ranking Member DeLauro for their leadership. Mr. Speaker, 331 million Americans are depending on us to save their lives. If we do not vote today, we will cause the loss of life. We did not vote…

Congressional Record · 2024-02-29
Feb 29, 2024

Mr. Speaker, let me be very clear: We cannot shut this government down. Mr. Speaker, 4 pages, 5 pages, or 20 pages of a stopgap measure, the government cannot shut down. The rules of this House and Senate require the Congress to do its…

Congressional Record · 2024-02-29

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