“From the start, Democrats insisted that we protect good-paying American jobs while meeting our obligations to families, small business owners, and communities affected by recent natural disasters. Today, we upheld that pledge.”

“Congressman Jerry Costello is a strong voice for the families, workers, and businesses of southern Illinois, a powerful advocate for his constituents, and a committed public servant.”

“House Democrats held meetings across the country with constituents, including small business owners and entrepreneurs, to hear their proposals for growth and job creation. President Obama’s American Jobs Act will strengthen small businesses by helping them to grow and hire.”

“LGBT History Month offers us an opportunity to honor the pioneers of the movement for LGBT rights and recognize the extraordinary contributions of LGBT Americans to our history and culture. And it is a time to rededicate ourselves to the bedrock values of our nation: civil rights for every American; equality under the law; respect and dignity for all.”

“As one of the world’s most beautiful and prestigious waterfront cities, San Francisco is the perfect choice to host one of the world’s premier sporting events – the America’s Cup. With today’s announcement, citizens of the world will gather to view sleek, state-of-the-art sailing ships complimented with the spectacular backdrop of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco skyline.”

“Congress passed health insurance reform to ensure that patients and their doctors are in charge of their health, not insurance companies.”

“Today, our country took another step forward on the road to fairness, civil rights, and equality for all Americans. With the President’s signature, the discriminatory ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy becomes a memory; our armed forces become stronger; our nation becomes more secure.”

Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Members of Congress held a press availability this afternoon in the Speaker’s office to sign the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act, which spurs innovation, invests in cutting-edge research, modernizes manufacturing and bolsters education in science, technology, engineering and math.

“. This opportunity will extend our patriotic appreciation to those whose love of our country, whose care and commitment to their fellow person, who unquestionably made sacrifices and now more than nine years later we finally are doing the right thing for them.”

“Today, Congress acted on our ongoing commitment to fiscal discipline.”