Press Releases
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the Democratic House re-introduced H.R. 6, the American Dream and Promise Act, and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act:
"Today is a happy and historic day, as the Democratic House re-introduces with great pride H.R. 6, the American Dream and Promise Act, and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act – ensuring that the immigrants who make America more American can continue to contribute to and enrich our nation.
"The House salutes Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, the godmother of H.R. 6, and Chair Zoe Lofgren, a champion of farmworkers, for their leadership. We thank the Dreamers, TPS and DED communities and farmworkers across the nation who have spoken out in defense of their rights with great dignity and eloquence, refusing to be forced back into the shadows.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Democrats gathered for a press event on the steps of the U.S. Capitol ahead of the House vote on H.R. 1, the For The People Act of 2021. Below are the Speaker's remarks:
Speaker Pelosi. We are here to wave the American flag and all that it stands for. We are so proud of so many of our Members, who have taken this fight for our democracy to the core of the House and across the country. I want to salute, in particular, our Chairman John Sarbanes, who has been such a leader over the years in fighting for our democracy.
[Applause]
You'll hear from him momentarily.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and Majority Whip Jim Clyburn issued this joint statement on the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB):
"Neera Tanden is an outstanding public servant who has dedicated decades to fighting to advance the health, financial security and well-being of the American people. We know that she will continue to bring her progressive values, bold vision for the future and valuable perspective to Democrats' work to Build Back Better.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on new sanctions issued by the Biden Administration on Russia in response to the attempted murder of opposition leader Alexei Navalny:
"President Biden is sending a strong and unmistakable message to the Kremlin and to the world: that the era of impunity for Moscow's assault on the rule of law is over.
"For years, Russia has accelerated a deadly campaign to jeopardize international security, erode human rights and undermine democracy, both within its borders and around the world. The attempted murder of anti-corruption activist Alexei Navalny is a profound violation of human rights that demonstrates Moscow's utter determination to silence the voices of reform.
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement in recognition of Women's History Month:
"Women's History Month is an opportunity for all Americans to celebrate the extraordinary achievements and contributions that women have made and continue to make to our nation. Since our nation's Founding, our progress has been inextricably linked to the courage and commitment of millions of women from every background and corner of the country who have worked to build a brighter future for themselves, their daughters and all Americans.