Press Releases

“Once again, to our fasters and to everyone who cares about the greatness of America – who understands what immigration does for our country – we are deeply in your debt. Many people have worked for a long time for comprehensive immigration reform. You are taking us the last mile. Thank you so much to our fasters. Thank you all. Thank you to my colleagues who are here as well.”

"Again, the Affordable Care Act is about life – a healthier life – liberty to pursue your happiness and not be tied to a plan and job locked but free to pursue your happiness, if you want to start a business, if you want to be self-employed, if you want to change jobs. Think of what that means to an individual. Think what it means to a society. Think of what it means to an economy."

“We are very sorry to see Liz go. We have nothing but appreciation and gratitude for her many years of dedicated service to the work of Congressional Democrats,” Leader Pelosi added. “While Liz will be sorely missed in our office, we wish her all the best in this next adventure and all those that follow it.”

“So we, we’ll see. We’re waiting to hear what the response is from the Republicans. Our Members are now studying this. And we do so very prayerfully as we meet here to go to celebrate the live and legacy – and also register our sadness on the loss – of President Mandela. We have a large delegation that is still coming home from the funeral in South Africa. We look forward to hearing their report on that as well."

“Adoption of a final rule marks a watershed moment in advancing the tough, commonsense steps of Wall Street reform. As we move forward, we will keep a close eye on the implementation of this rule to ensure it upholds the spirit and intent of the law, and places the interests of taxpayers first.”

“The FHFA is vital to the stability of our mortgage markets, the availability of affordable housing, and the confidence of America’s homeowners. Mel’s steady hand, considerable expertise, and invaluable judgment will prove essential in ensuring the FHFA serves the best interests of America’s families. His leadership has earned him the confidence of his colleagues in the House; at the FHFA, we know that he will be an extraordinary partner in our work to protect and promote the prosperity of our middle class.”

“I look forward to discussing the details of the agreement with my colleagues in the House Democratic Caucus. Any budget agreement must ensure that we create jobs, grow the economy, strengthen the middle class, and reduce the deficit in a balanced and responsible way.”

"Under the Affordable Care Act insurance companies cannot charge women more than men for health insurance coverage, and hundreds of thousands of women are now enjoying access to preventive care, like breast and cervical screenings. The question before House Republicans is why they're trying so desperately to take these benefits away from women?"