Don Beyer
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Don Beyer is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Virginia's 8th congressional district since 2015. A member of the Democratic Party, Beyer has focused on issues such as healthcare, economic inequality, and environmental protection during his time in office. He has been an advocate for progressive policies and has often spoken out against the economic impacts of tariffs and other policies he attributes to the previous administration. Beyer has also emphasized the importance of social justice and healthcare access in his legislative efforts.
Sep 5, 2017
So it really disheartens me that the Science Committee is not investigating important scientific issues that have a real world impact on the health and safety of our citizens across the country.
Jul 26, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I, too, rise in strong opposition to this mean-spirited amendment. This attack on the integrity and professionalism of the Congressional Budget Office is shameful and is part of a strategic assault on the objectivity and…
Jul 26, 2017
Mr. Chair, my amendment would direct the Vet Centers to use $2.5 million of the additional funding allocated in the underlying bill to provide outdoor experiences for veterans as part of their continuum of care. This program would support…
Jul 19, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I very much agree with the lead sponsor of the bill, Mr. Upton, that we don't want any more uncertainty, and we certainly don't want more delays. In fact, this amendment was…
Jul 19, 2017
Mr. Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Virginia will be postponed.
Jul 19, 2017
Mr. Chairman, it is a great honor to come after this bipartisan discussion between Mr. Lynch and Mr. Upton. I hope a precedent has been set, Mr. Chairman. I offered this amendment to improve the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's…
Jul 19, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 12, after line 9, add the following: (g) Supplemental Environmental Impact Statements.-- (1) In…
Jul 19, 2017
Mr. Chairman, I am proud to co-lead this amendment with my colleagues, Ms. Tsongas and Mr. McGovern. FERC, as it is currently structured, is not adequately protecting our most valued public lands designed for recreation and conservation…
Jul 18, 2017
Mr. Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Virginia will be postponed. Amendment No. 4 Offered by Mr. Polis The Acting…
Jul 18, 2017
The Budget Committee is meeting right now down the hall. And in the Administration's budget, NOAA Fisheries was proposed to be cut by 5 percent.
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