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Press Release
November 13, 2015
“When Rubén Hinojosa retires at the end of this term, Congress will lose one of our most dedicated champions for advancing the education and opportunity of all Americans."
Press Release
November 12, 2015
“From his early service in the Peace Corps through his decades in the Congress, Sam Farr has defined courageous and thoughtful leadership. When he leaves the House, he will be missed by friends and colleagues on both sides of the aisle."
Press Release
November 10, 2015
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in commemoration of Veterans Day, which falls on Wednesday:

"On Veterans Day, we salute the sacrifice and dedication to freedom of all 21 million veterans who have served our nation in uniform.  On this holiday, and every day, we honor the patriots who have protected our nation's highest ideals at home and abroad.

Press Release
November 10, 2015
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement following the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit decision to maintain an injunction on the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and the expanded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program:

"The Fifth Circuit's misguided decision is disappointing news for families and communities across America.  Continuing to stall essential elements of the Immigration Accountability Executive Actions only perpetuates a broken immigration system that tears apart families and fails to serve the national interest.  We must not continue to defer the dreams of the hard-working immigrant families who give so much to our communities.

Press Release
November 6, 2015
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today released this statement in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Higher Education Act (HEA), which was signed into law by President Lyndon Baines Johnson on November 8, 1965:

"The Higher Education Act is one of America's greatest legislative victories.  When President Johnson signed this landmark legislation into law, he said: ‘This legislation is key to our nation's social and technological and economic and moral progress.'  Half a century later, HEA continues to fuel our progress and strengthen our democracy.

Press Release
November 6, 2015
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after the Administration announced it was denying the permit for the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline:

"This morning, the President agreed with the recommendation of Secretary Kerry to deny the permit for the Keystone XL pipeline, ending a long debate in our country.

Press Release
November 6, 2015
“October’s jobs numbers show our economy making strong progress. Yet many Americans are still stuck searching for a good-paying job or waiting for a long overdue pay-raise."
Press Release
November 5, 2015
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi is leading a Congressional delegation trip to China, departing today and focusing on economic growth, national security and cyber security issues, human rights and the importance of bold action to reduce carbon pollution.

"Our delegation travels to China seeking to expand cooperation between our nations in advancing economic growth and confronting the climate crisis that threatens our world," said Leader Pelosi.  "Our Members will also seek to engage in constructive dialogue on human rights, cyber threats, and other national security and stability issues of concern."

The delegation will meet with local Chinese government officials, students, and civil society.

In addition to Leader Pelosi, the Members of the delegation are:

Press Release
November 5, 2015
Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today named 12 House Democratic Members to serve on a conference committee to complete a final Highway Bill agreement.

"Americans deserve a Congress that makes strong, smart investments in the infrastructure of America – infrastructure that creates jobs, improves quality of life, enhances safety and drives commerce," said Leader Pelosi.  "Democrats will continue to fight to move America forward by pushing for a robust Highway bill that meets the urgent transportation infrastructure needs of communities across country.

Press Release
November 5, 2015
Last week, we were really happy with the Budget Bill. One hundred percent of the Democrats in the House and the Senate voted for the Budget Bill.