Statements
December 8, 2022
I rise today in support of The Respect for Marriage Act because everyone should be able to marry who they love.
Issues:Civil Rights
August 12, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act’s historic investments will reduce costs for families and individuals, expand access to affordable health care, strengthen domestic energy production and manufacturing, and reduce the federal deficit.
June 24, 2022
M. Speaker,
I rise today in support of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, long overdue legislation to address gun violence in our schools and neighborhoods. Although this legislation is far from perfect, it is an important step forward in solving the epidemic of gun violence that has gripped our nation for decades.
June 23, 2022
The Department of Education’s proposed Title IX rule is long overdue, and a welcome departure from the previous Administration’s discriminatory and harmful misinterpretation of the law.
Issues:Civil RightsEducation
February 26, 2022
The unprovoked invasion of Ukraine orchestrated by Vladimir Putin is unacceptable and despicable.
December 15, 2021
In the early days of the pandemic, I heard from seniors who were isolated and worried about how they would get their next meal. I helped to lead Congress with quick action to fund Older Americans Act programs through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and later through the CARES Act. Congress continued that support in the Spring of 2021 with the American Rescue Plan.
Issues:Seniors
November 19, 2021
I rise today in support of a meaningful and consequential piece of legislation, the Build Back Better Act.
October 29, 2021
The Build Back Better Framework embodies the best of our American values by focusing on children, families, and workers.
August 31, 2021
After 20 years, the U.S. has withdrawn its troops from Afghanistan.
August 24, 2021
We have an historic opportunity to make long overdue investments in our families and workers and provide life-changing opportunities that will create a better future for all.