I rise in strong opposition to this rule. Too often, the House has a closed rule, allowing for no amendments, even in situations when legislation has not been considered before the House. With an issue of this significance it is…

I also would like to join in welcoming Archbishop Barsamian to the House of Representatives and thank him for his words of inspiration that he offered here in the House just a few minutes ago. Hopefully it will serve as some guidance when…

I want to begin by commending my colleague from California, Dick Lehman, for organizing this special order to commemorate the Armenian genocide. Garbo Kaisserlian, Tamam Hadishian, Manam Haydarian, Gabriel Suslian, Haroutoon and Sare…

first I'd like to thank Chairman Brooks and the distinguished chairman of the subcommittee, Mr. Schumer, as well as the Rules Committee for their support in allowing me to offer this important amendment on violence against truckers. The…

returning from Wisconsin I can tell you that combatting violent crime is on people's minds. This crime bill is long overdue, and I am pleased that this week we will begin work on crafting a bill that will help local crime-fighting efforts…

I rise today in support of the budget resolution as reported by the House Budget Committee. This budget is an important step in further reducing the Federal deficit. In fact, the budget will reduce the deficit an additional $53 billion…

the clock is ticking, because on Friday, Prime Minister Hosokawa is scheduled to come to the United States to meet with President Clinton to further discuss the need to open markets in Japan for American-made products. In fact, as we…

I rise today to strongly support elevating the EPA to a Cabinet level status. The time has come to prioritize clean air and clean water for future generations. We must remember that we have an obligation to be good stewards of this Earth…

I believe that, while people have appreciated the flurry of activity that came about at the end of the last session and the many bills and important measures that did pass, they are calling for more comprehensive and swift action on a wide…