Press Releases

“Today's announcement is extremely welcome news for San Francisco and the Bay Area, and a significant step toward replacing the aging and unsafe Doyle Drive with a new Presidio Parkway that connects San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge and the Presidio. These funds will mean less congestion, less traffic, safer roadways, and shorter commute times as we greatly improve the seismic safety of the roadway and eliminate dangerous conditions for the 100,000 drivers and 18,000 transit riders who use Doyle Drive every day."

“One year ago, President Obama and Congress took tough action to bring America's economy back from the brink by giving most Americans the fastest and largest middle-class tax cuts in history, creating and saving jobs, and laying the building blocks for long-term prosperity."

“Jack was greatly mourned in Congress because of the respect and admiration which was accorded him there. Those who served with him were honored to call him colleague. Many of us were privileged to call him friend."

"Friday, February 12th is a national day of mourning in Haiti. Our House and Senate delegation marked the sad occasion with a moment of silence at the Cathedral in Port-au-Prince."

“The House looks forward to reviewing the Senate proposal and working together on legislation that creates jobs and helps our families, small businesses, and workers. We will work to ensure that critical pieces of the House-passed Jobs for Main Street Act are enacted into law - including investments in our roads, bridges, and public transit systems, support for job training initiatives, and funding to keep police and firefighters on the streets and teachers in the classroom."

“The Lunar New Year is a time of celebration for Asian American and Pacific Islanders nationwide; a moment to gather with friends, family, and loved ones, reflect on the past year, and look to the future with hope and optimism. This year marks the year of the Tiger, recognized for hard work, courage, and leadership - vital characteristics as we overcome the challenges facing our nation, our economy, and our families."

“The PAYGO principle is founded on the simple premise of accountability and honest accounting in the budget process, and it has a proven track record of success. When instituted in the 1990s, it produced record surpluses; when abandoned by the Bush Administration and the Republican-led Congress in the last decade, we were left with record deficits. Today, these irresponsible practices will end."

“I am pleased to be a part of this bipartisan, bicameral delegation to Haiti today,” said Speaker Nancy Pelosi. “In the spirit of President Obama, we go to demonstrate the ongoing American commitment to the Haitian people - that they will not be forsaken or forgotten. First and foremost, our delegation goes to pay our respects to the Haitian people who are suffering from the tragedy. It is also crucial that the House and Senate - on a bipartisan basis - have the opportunity to examine the ongoing reconstruction efforts ahead of the U.S. Congress considering long-term assistance for Haiti.”