Jun 15, 2010
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bring the voices of my constituents in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, to the floor of the people's House. In 2008, homes along the northern shore of Lake Koshkonong and within the surrounding community were…
Tammy Baldwin
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Tammy Baldwin is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from Wisconsin since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she made history as the first openly LGBTQ+ person elected to the U.S. Senate. Baldwin previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 6, 1999, to January 3, 2013, representing Wisconsin's 2nd congressional district. Throughout her career, she has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic opportunity for all Americans.
Congressional Record · 2010-06-15
Jun 15, 2010
Mr. Speaker, since we have passed health care reform into law, I have received a flood of gratitude from my constituents. Edith of Madison assures me ``the plan will bring real benefits to many people in Wisconsin.'' Beth of Verona also…
May 27, 2010
Mr. Chairman, today, we have the opportunity to right a wrong. I rise in strong support of repealing the military's Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy. Seventeen years after Congress passed Don't Ask, Don't Tell, we know that it is a misguided…
May 25, 2010
Madam Speaker, our hearts go out to victims of recent floods and natural disasters, but I also fear that we suffer from the old adage, ``Out of sight, out of mind.'' Once the cameras are packed away and the news crews leave for their next…
Apr 27, 2010
Madam Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Ms. Titus). The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from Wisconsin (Ms. Baldwin) that the House suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, H…
Apr 27, 2010
Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to pass H.R. 3808, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from Wisconsin (Ms. Baldwin) that the House suspend the rules…
Apr 27, 2010
Madam Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 1208) supporting the goals of World Intellectual Property Day. The Clerk read the title of the resolution. The text of the resolution is as follows: H. Res…
Apr 27, 2010
Madam Speaker, I appreciate my cosponsor of this legislation for also putting a name, a story, and a face on this very consequential matter. Lisa and Carrie from our respective States represent many other victims and survivors alike, and…
Apr 27, 2010
Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Madam Speaker, studies of the prevalence of crime and of victimization show that one in six women and one in 33 men will be a victim of rape or attempted rape in their lifetimes. On…
Apr 27, 2010
Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members have 5 legislative days to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on the resolution under consideration. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the…
Apr 27, 2010
Madam Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 1259) recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Clerk read the title of the resolution. The text of the resolution…
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