Political Quotes

Howard Griffith: “It is high time that we start defending the legislative prerogative.”

On the recordJuly 7, 2016
It is high time that we start defending the legislative prerogative.
Said by
Howard Griffith
Republican · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Morgan Griffith emphasizes the need to uphold legislative authority amidst current issues.

Share

More from Howard Griffith

Apr 1, 2025

The gentlewoman apologized for the noises on the floor. I love the noises and greatly appreciate having babies around. Mr. Speaker, I yield 4 minutes to the gentlewoman from North Carolina (Ms. Foxx).

govinfo.gov
Apr 1, 2025

I believe the gentleman is referencing a Member by name, and I don't believe that is proper.

govinfo.gov
Feb 26, 2025

Let me be clear: I meant no offense and no criticism. As the gentleman from the other side of the aisle and from New Jersey knows, I love parliamentary procedure. One of the reasons that we have parliamentary procedures and rules of…

govinfo.gov
Feb 5, 2025

I understand there are all kinds of concerns on the other side of the aisle, but we are talking about the HALT Fentanyl Act. I could stand here and talk about Burma. We heard today that the President has extended the emergency situation…

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation