Archive: 2009

“These are disturbing allegations that deserve and are receiving the fullest attention of the appropriate committees of Congress. Congress expects to receive reports from the Inspectors General of key agencies regarding warrantless wiretapping activities, including those conducted under President Bush’s Terrorist Surveillance Program. Should these reports or any further investigations by Congress prove these allegations true, those who directed these activities in the Bush Administration must be held accountable.”

Speaker Pelosi released the following statement regarding wiretapping activities conducted under President Bush's Terrorist Surveillance Program, which was reported on today in the New York Times: These are disturbing allegations that deserve and are receiving the fullest attention of the appropriate committees… Continue

“Millions of Americans will see their taxes cut this year thanks to the economic plan of the New Direction Congress and President Obama. We enacted the fastest tax cut in history–the Making Work Pay Tax Credit–that workers are already seeing in their paychecks. To spur economic growth and lay a foundation for stronger economy, the recovery plan includes tax incentives for new, job-creating investments by American businesses and the American Opportunity College Tax Credit to help millions of students afford college.”

On this Tax Day, less than three months after President Obama's inauguration, Democrats in Congress have taken key steps toward fulfilling his promise to restore balance to our tax code so that middle–income families pay less in taxes and the wealthiest pay… Continue

“President Obama’s decision to end family travel and remittance restrictions for Cuban Americans will reunite long-separated families and allow them to provide basic humanitarian assistance to their loved ones.”

“On behalf of the entire Congress, I offer congratulations to the brave U.S. Navy Seals and intrepid crew of the U.S.S. Bainbridge on their rescue of Captain Richard Phillips, who was being held hostage by Somali pirates. Their actions are yet another example of the courageous service and enormous skill of the men and women of America’s military. Captain Phillips’ actions throughout these dangerous days saved lives and he is to be commended for his bravery and commitment to the safety of his crew. I offer him my best wishes and a safe return home to his loving family.”

“House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gets a fierce look in her eyes when she talks about the year’s upcoming policy challenges: major health care, energy and global warming legislation.”

“The Federal Aviation Administration’s announcement today that it would allocate $5.5 million to San Francisco International Airport is tremendous news to the Bay Area. This money will specifically go to the reconstruction of Runway 28R-10L, which will consist of repairing deteriorating pavement, improving the surrounding drainage system, upgrading the electrical runway and taxiway lighting system, and repainting runway markings to increase visibility and improve safety for aircraft.”

“President Obama’s decision will provide a much-needed lift to our domestic auto industry and its workers, help save the planet by reducing carbon emissions, and help save taxpayers money by reducing the government’s fuel costs. By purchasing new, fuel efficient vehicles–such as those that run on natural gas or electricity–the Administration will also help drive demand for cars that are easier on our environment and cheaper to refuel.”

“President Obama and Congress are committed to providing our nation’s service members and veterans with the timely, quality health care that they were promised and that they have earned. The creation of a Joint Virtual Lifetime Electronic record builds on this commitment by providing our brave men and women with a single, accurate, and paperless medical record from the day they enlist through their retirement years.”