Press Releases

"BP must be held accountable and responsible for paying the full costs of cleaning up the Gulf and restoring the local economy. Following today's meeting with the President, BP executives agreed to create an accountability fund to pay its obligations to the American people -- as proposed by House Democrats earlier this week. And if it takes more than $20 billion, BP will have to cover the full amount for the families, workers, and small business owners of the Gulf Coast."

"Tonight, the President demonstrated he is holding BP accountable for the oil spill and the resulting economic and environmental damage."

Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced today that Dr. Robert V. Remini, the House Historian, has chosen to retire from the post on August 31.

"The thoughts and prayers of Congress are with the families and loved ones of those lost in the flash floods in western Arkansas. We remain hopeful that those still missing will be found soon and that those still trapped will be able to get out safely."

"By passing legislation to strengthen the financial footing of the Federal Housing Administration, Democrats in Congress are continuing our efforts to build a strong new foundation for the American economy."

"I come here tonight to pay tribute to NAWBO's 35 years of propelling women business owners toward success. Your efforts are essential to our economy, and indeed our entire nation. By 2018, women small business owners will create more than 5 million new jobs. In Congress, we must help give you the tools you need to succeed."

"Today, the House voted unanimously to pass legislation giving the Administration authority to continue its federal response to the disastrous oil spill; this legislation now heads to President Obama for his signature."

"On behalf of my colleagues, I conveyed our sympathy and sorrow to these family members. We will turn their grief into action."