I too rise with a very heavy heart today as we mourn the passing and reflect on the life of our dear friend and colleague, Jo Ann Davis. In life, Jo Ann amazed so many of us with her determination and her fighting spirit. In politics, she…

Again, I would just like to reiterate the concern to the gentlewoman, Madam Speaker, that it was August of 2001 in which, unfortunately, we had experienced an increase in terrorist chatter, and that was in all the reports, and likely…

I thank the gentlewoman and ask one final question. The House approved legislation earlier this month to reform the activities at the FDA, including reauthorization of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act and the Medical Device User Fee Act…

I would just respond, Madam Speaker, that there is a projected over 2,000-employee layoff if we in this Congress do not act to make sure that reauthorization occurs, and that is something that I am sure the gentlewoman will agree we do not…

for many hard-working families, the American Dream and homeownership are one and the same, but lately that dream appears increasingly elusive in the face of ballooning costs of homeowners' insurance and rising interest rates on home…

I, too, rise this evening to pay tribute to a fellow Virginian and a great leader in America's conservative movement. Dr. Jerry Falwell made his mark as an outspoken, passionate advocate for conservative causes. More than any other 20th…

This Congress has become mired in inaction and a lack of leadership on the part of Ms. Pelosi and her team.

having returned from a heart-wrenching trip to Virginia Tech yesterday, it is hard to stand here and find words to express the pain and sorrow that has befallen that community. As a parent of a student approaching college age, there is…

recently some Members of the House have proposed using the supplemental appropriations bill to restrict the President's ability to defend our country and its allies from a hostile Iran. Attempts to curtail the bargaining ability and…

this motion to recommit is designed to be a substantive enhancement to the underlying Secure Maritime and Vessel Workforce bill. I think the other side has demonstrated on two occasions this week that they are inclined to work across the…

just 2 days ago, on February 14, Osama bin Laden's deputy, Ayman al-Zawahiri, posted a speech on an Islamist Web site where he blessed jihad fighters in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Somalia and urged the mujahadeen all over world to remain…

today's debate on H.R. 547 ultimately is about finding ways for our Nation to reduce its dependence on petro fuels. I offer this amendment, Mr. Chairman, one in response to an issue that has caught the attention of the American people and…

the members of this House have had a lengthy and passionate debate today. When these hours of debate are over, I think the American people need a clear understanding of what the Democrats propose to do. Lets look at the Democrats'…

today I rise in support of you. This June, you will become the longest-serving Republican Speaker in history. Your leadership has guided our Nation through times of great tragedy and great joy. You have led our country with a selfless…

today I rise to congratulate Richmond, Virginia, native and American Idol contestant Elliott Yamin for pursuing his dream while sharing his powerful voice with all of us. Elliott is returning home a star; a man with an extraordinary gift…

I want our troops home as soon as anyone here, but I will not let the sacrifices of those who will never come home from Iraq and Afghanistan be wasted or forgotten. Our brave men and women went to battle to bring freedom to Iraq and…

the other gentleman from Texas I believe also has been a champion for the restoration of fiscal sanity here in Washington because we owe it to those American taxpayers.

with the death of Rosa Parks, America has lost one of the great icons of the modem civil rights movement. No one could have known on that December day in 1955 what a great impact her simple yet courageous gesture would have on changing a…

I cannot tell my friend from Maryland that votes will be at 6:30. All I can say is there will be adequate time for folks on the west coast to be back here in Washington on Thursday for the votes that will be called. I would say further…

I want to again thank and recognize the gentleman from Wisconsin (Chairman Sensenbrenner), the gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. Coble), and the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Scott) for bringing this amendment forward. I would just like to…

I rise today, on Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Memorial Day, to honor the memory of the victims who perished in World War II during the Holocaust. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Europe from the evil hands of the…

Social Security is undoubtedly the sacred bond between the United States Government and the American people. The Social Security debate is one about how to best protect the interests of today's seniors while preserving benefits for our…

I, too, rise this evening to bid farewell to an individual that I have come to know over the last 4 years since I first started serving in this House. She is not only a friend, she is a neighbor. She is an individual that I look to as a…

the House will convene on Tuesday at 2 p.m. for legislative business. We will consider several measures under suspension of the rules. A final list of those bills will be sent to Members' offices by the end of the week. Any votes called on…

I would defer that decision to the Committee on Rules, but believe they will make a number of amendments in order on each bill.