“On September 11, 2001, America stood in shock at the tragedy that unfolded at Ground Zero. In the days that followed, we stood inspired by the thousands of firefighters, rescue workers, first responders, medical personnel, construction workers, who all traveled to the scene of the attack to help New Yorkers clean up and recover.”

“Tonight the House made an investment in America’s economic recovery, helping to create more than 160,000 new jobs with passage of the Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill. This legislation also provides housing aid to millions of Americans in a time of great need, and invests in the safety and efficiency of air travel for our nation.”

“Today, with passage of the Military Construction/VA Appropriations bill, the House has made an investment in benefits for our nation’s veterans and quality medical care for those who have recently served in Iraq and Afghanistan.”

“Upon signing the Social Security Act 75 years ago next month, President Franklin Roosevelt said that this new law was intended to ‘give some measure of protection to the average citizen and to his family…against poverty-ridden old age.'”

“Today, the House took steps to strengthen the competitiveness of America’s workers and businesses and help grow our economy. By passing this legislation, we upheld our pledge to restore ‘made in America’ to the center of our prosperity – knowing that when we make it in America, we create good-paying jobs here at home and lead the global economy.”

“In each of her previous roles on Capitol Hill, from representing the Blue Dog Coalition under the direction of Congressman Baron Hill to executing the agenda of the Committee on Science and Technology, Lori has proven to be a valuable asset.”

“Democrats are supporting you on this new path with: health care for all Americans; broadband coast to coast; and a ‘Make It In America’ strategy to create jobs and strengthen our manufacturing sector.”

“Today, by obstructing progress on the DISCLOSE Act, Senate Republicans protected the special interests and voted to support takeovers of our elections by big corporations, even those that are foreign-controlled.”

“In the wake of the BP disaster, Congress must act on its commitment to protect America’s families and businesses, rebuild the Gulf Coast, hold oil companies accountable, and work to ensure that a spill of this kind never happens again.”

“Indeed, over the past 20 years, the ADA has transformed our nation – bringing change to the workplace; to our transportation systems–as Mr. Sensenbrenner indicated–buildings, and services; to all aspects of our daily life.”