Press Releases

"Today's hearing--our second one in really a matter of weeks that we have held this fall--is about our commitment to reigniting the American dream, creating jobs and promoting America's entrepreneurial spirit as the centerpiece of the work of the Supercommittee, and the Congress."

"Overwhelming majorities of Americans agree we must act now to rebuild our roads, bridges, airports, and transit systems, creating jobs and strengthening our economy. Every Senate Republican said no."

"Your Committee has a great opportunity to reach an agreement that is big, bold and balanced, and that makes promoting America's entrepreneurial spirit the centerpiece of the Joint Select Committee's work."

Pelosi and 132 House Members filed the brief today in this landmark case, which has reached the First Circuit Court of Appeals following a federal district court ruling that Section 3 of the so-called Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional.

"The opportunity that the Supercommittee has is historic, it is urgent, and we are hoping that the committee will take advantage of that opportunity; that it makes the entrepreneurial spirit of America its centerpiece, that jobs and growth are where the focus should be, and then decisions about revenue and savings and the timing of them can spring from how we can create jobs, which bring in revenue to the Treasury."

"We gather today on this very special day for America, a day when the Congressional Gold Medal is bestowed on American heroes."

"Overwhelming majorities of Americans agree - putting construction workers back on the job to rebuild our roads, bridges, railway, airports, and energy and water infrastructure is a priority that will strengthen our nation's economy and our middle class."

"Today's announcement makes it clear: the Affordable Care Act is helping make Medicare more affordable. And it is making Medicare more cost-effective. With lower premiums and lower costs, America's seniors will be able to access the care they need at a price they can afford."