Press Releases
Press Release
September 25, 2008
"We're very pleased that the President acknowledged last night in his remarks four of the principles that we had been looking for, which was oversight, forbearance for homeowners, CEO compensation, and equity for the American taxpayer. We think in making this large of investment, the taxpayer should have sole ownership, some upside to it, get some of the benefit of the investment."
Press Release
September 24, 2008
"Today, the House passed legislation that will make investments in some key shared priorities to move our country forward, while ensuring that critical government services upon which the American people rely continue without interruption."
Press Release
September 24, 2008
"Today, the Congress is providing critical tax relief to 25 million middle-class families. As many Americans worry about losing their homes and jobs, and all Americans worry about losing their standard of living, the House is passing relief to ease the strain on middle-income families and strengthen the economy."
Press Release
September 24, 2008
"With this legislation today, we are supporting our troops, improving our military readiness to keep the American people safe, and strengthening accountability to the taxpayer."
Press Release
September 24, 2008
"We continue to work closely with Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke, and with Democratic and Republican Members of the House and Senate to improve the Bush Administration's initial proposal to stabilize the financial markets. Our shared goal is to make the proposal more accountable to taxpayers."
Press Release
September 24, 2008
"In his speech tonight, the President presented a long overdue assessment of the state of the economy and the urgent need for legislation to respond to the financial crisis."
Press Release
September 23, 2008
"Today, the vote by the House this evening has given hope and help to the millions of American families dealing with mental illness and addiction. This significant accomplishment will help ensure that those suffering can receive the often lifesaving treatment they need."
Press Release
September 23, 2008
"With the economic security of the American families in jeopardy, Democrats have been clear that we must insulate Main Street from the crisis on Wall Street. Central to our efforts is ending unfair lending practices by the credit card industry."
Press Release
September 23, 2008
"The current crisis is the result of eight years of the Bush Administration's anything goes, failed economic policies that have damaged our economy and undermined the financial future of America's middle class."
Press Release
September 23, 2008
Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Democratic Caucus Chairman Rahm Emanuel held a media availability this afternoon after the House Democratic Caucus meeting today.