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May 3, 2007
"'Today, Members of Congress had a productive meeting with President Alvaro Uribe of Colombia. Many of us expressed our growing concerns about the serious allegations of connections between illegal paramilitary forces and a number of high-ranking Colombian officials. It is essential that the Colombian government investigate and prosecute such officials, including those at high levels. Those within Colombia who are calling for full disclosure about paramilitary influence should be commended for their constructive efforts to build a stronger democracy.'"
Blog Post
May 3, 2007
Lawmakers want VA to explain bonuses
Hope Yen, Associated Press - May 3, 2007
Blog Post
May 3, 2007
H.R. 1592, the Hate Crimes Prevention Act, has passed by a vote of 237-180:
| Speaker Pelosi: |
Blog Post
May 3, 2007
Today, the House is considering H.R. 1592, the Hate Crimes Prevention Act. This bipartisan bill focuses on providing new resources to help state and local law enforcement agencies prevent and prosecute hate crimes. It also closes gaps in current federal hate crimes law.
Blog Post
May 3, 2007
The Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law has concluded its hearing: "The Continuing Investigation into the U.S. Attorneys Controversy." Former deputy attorney general James Comey testified, and in an exchange with Rep.
Blog Post
May 3, 2007
The Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law is currently holding a hearing: "The Continuing Investigation into the U.S. Attorneys Controversy." The hearing is being aired on C-Span 3.
| Chairwoman Sánchez: |
Blog Post
May 2, 2007
By a strong bipartisan vote of 365-48, the House voted today to improve and reauthorize the Head Start early childhood development and education program.
Blog Post
May 2, 2007
Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke at a brief press availability at the White House this afternoon following a bicameral bipartisan leadership meeting with President Bush today. Below are her remarks:
Press Release
May 2, 2007
"'Good afternoon. The Congressional leadership just had a positive meeting with President Bush, where he expressed his willingness to work together, in good faith, and take the right approach to come together to find our common ground."
Press Release
May 2, 2007
"'Good afternoon. The Congressional leadership just had a positive meeting with President Bush, where he expressed his willingness to work together, in good faith, and take the right approach to come together to find our common ground."