Press Releases

"We gather today to mourn a loss of a friend, a dear friend, and to celebrate the life of a person who is a great legislator, a courageous soldier, and a public servant to the end."

"The President's announcement is a call to action. We will now move forward to pass health insurance reform that includes the best ideas of both Democrats and Republicans, and address one of the most pressing challenges facing our families and small businesses."

“Today marks a historic chapter in the advancement toward equality, fairness and the protections that marriage affords for all families. As we welcome marriage equality to our nation's capital, I reiterate my longstanding commitment to home rule for the District of Columbia."

Speaker Nancy Pelosi held a press availability this afternoon on health insurance reform in the Capitol.

“The thoughts and prayers of the entire Congress are with the people of Chile. All Americans stand with those affected by the earthquake, searching for loved ones, and dealing with the aftermath of this natural disaster."

“During Women's History Month we remember the trailblazers who reached for the ballot, demanded equal rights, and paved the path for progress. Yet we also recall the silent heroes of our history - the women who pay the bills, take their kids to school, and bring home a paycheck in this challenging economy without any accolades or recognition. Every day, they inspire us to act. As a mother and grandmother, I know that their actions make America a better place for the mothers, sisters, and daughters of all generations."

“The first responsibility of Members of Congress is to protect, defend, and preserve the security of the American people - whether through the might of our military, the power of our diplomacy, or the strength of our values. Central to upholding that duty is our nation's ability to collect, analyze, and disseminate accurate and actionable intelligence in a timely manner."

"As we sit around this table, I think we should be mindful of what they do when they sit around their kitchen table. What we do here must be relevant to their lives. And for them, they don't have time for us to start over. Many of them are at the end of the line with their insurance, with their caps, with their this and that."