Archive: 2010

Today, Speaker Pelosi announced that Dr. Robert V. Remini, the House Historian, has chosen to retire from the post on August 31st. Dr. Remini has served as Historian for the past five years, having reestablished the office in 2005. The Historian’s Office… Continue

Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that Dr. Robert V. Remini, the House Historian, has chosen to retire from the post on August 31.

“The thoughts and prayers of Congress are with the families and loved ones of those lost in the flash floods in western Arkansas. We remain hopeful that those still missing will be found soon and that those still trapped will be able to get out safely.”

This afternoon, Speaker Pelosi met with family members of individuals who died on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig that exploded in the Gulf of Mexico: On the meeting, the Speaker said: On behalf of my colleagues, I conveyed our sympathy and sorrow… Continue

“A top congressional leader on Thursday urged BP to suspend its dividend to make sure businesses hit by the Gulf oil spill get compensation, and accused the British energy giant of a ‘lack of integrity.'”

For eight years, President Bush and his Republican allies looked the other way as Wall Street and the big banks exploited loopholes, gambled our money on complex schemes, and rewarded failure and recklessness. America's families and small businesses paid the price–we lost… Continue

“By passing legislation to strengthen the financial footing of the Federal Housing Administration, Democrats in Congress are continuing our efforts to build a strong new foundation for the American economy.”

“I come here tonight to pay tribute to NAWBO’s 35 years of propelling women business owners toward success. Your efforts are essential to our economy, and indeed our entire nation. By 2018, women small business owners will create more than 5 million new jobs. In Congress, we must help give you the tools you need to succeed.”

“Today, the House voted unanimously to pass legislation giving the Administration authority to continue its federal response to the disastrous oil spill; this legislation now heads to President Obama for his signature.”

The first round of America's seniors who are affected by a gap in prescription drug coverage will soon start to see the tangible benefits of health insurance reform–arriving directly in their mailboxes. These rebate checks mailed today are a down payment on… Continue