Archive: 2008

“Our commitment to a barrier-free workplace sends an invaluable message to all Americans that the House will lead by example.”

“Today, the House took another step to help our veterans and ease the minds of our troops still in the field with the economic hardships caused by the strain of multiple deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. Many National Guard members and Reservists whose active duty has been extended were forced to leave behind small businesses and jobs and often find themselves in debt as they try to rebuild their lives after serving our country.”

“Women have served our nation in war throughout our history. In the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, women in uniform on the frontlines have been killed or seriously injured. But until today, not a single woman has been chosen for promotion to a four-star general in the military.”

The Energy Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations is currently holding a hearing, “Energy Speculation: Is Greater Regulation Necessary to Stop Price Manipulation? — Part II.” See the witness list (pdf) >> Watch the hearing live via committee webcast. Subcommittee Chairman Bart Stupak… Continue

“Drilling for oil on federal lands will not bring significant gasoline price relief, U.S. Rep. Nick Rahall said Saturday.”

“As our nation commemorates the 64th anniversary of the original GI Bill, we are committed to ensuring that our next generation of warriors have the tools to succeed when they return home.”

Comments on Friday from White House Spokesman Tony Fratto about the President's offshore drilling proposal further underscored the policy is nothing but political rhetoric. The Bush 'drill and veto' plan was literally written by the oil industry and crafted to serve Big… Continue

Congressman Nick Rahall of West Virginia, Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, delivered the Democratic Radio Address this morning. In his address, Congressman Rahall discusses the Republicans' outdated energy policies that coddle Big Oil and Democratic proposals to reduce the cost… Continue

“The House voted on Thursday to offer what amounts to a free college education to the new generation of military veterans as part of a costly legislative package that finances the war in Iraq through the end of President Bush’s tenure and into the early months of the next administration.”

The Judiciary Committee is currently holding a hearing, “Revelations by Former White House Press Secretary Scott McClellan.” Watch the hearing live via committee webcast or on C Span 3. Scott McClellan gives opening testimony: