I want members to know that i plan to continue this committees long tradition of collegiality and substantive substantive debate, even as we conduct our business from afar. I will continue to work with the Ranking Member mr. Smith and his staff to ensure that the rights of all members are respected in this new virtual format. Before i turn to todays important topic, i want to remind members of a few procedures to help you navigate this new platform. First, consistent with regulations the committee will keep microphones muted to limit background noise. Members are responsible for unmuting themselves when they seek recognition or when recognized for their fiveminute statement. Second, members and witnesses must have their cameras on at all times. If you need to step away from the proceedings, please leave your camera on rather than logging out. Finally, we have several members who are waving on to the subcommittee for todays hearing. Given the large number i will recognize members in an
The speaker pro tempore the house will be in order. The chair lays before the house a communication from the speaker. The clerk the speakers rooms, washington, d. C. May 15, 2024. I hereby appoint the honorable keith self to act as speaker pro tempore on this day. Signed, mike johnson, speaker of the house of representatives. The speaker pro tempore pursuant to the order of the house of january 9, 2024, the chair will now recognize members from lists submitted by the majority and minority leaders for morning hour debate. The chair will alternate recognition between the parties with time equally allocated between the parties and each member other than the majority and minority leaders and the minority whip limited to five minutes, but there no event shall debate continue beyond 11 50 a. M. The chair recognizes the gentlewoman from pennsylvania, ms. Dean, for five minutes. Ms. Dean mr. Speaker, National Womens health week empowers women and girls to prioritize their unique health journey
300 men and women from every background and walk of life, i get a little emotional. The members of north americas building trade unions, the men and women we are also proud to represent, you are the foundations of the future. Today we get to share a story of progress, collaboration and hope. Our journey fueled by dedication and resilience has led us to remarkable opportunities that are paving the way for a Brighter Future for all. The Biden Administration has proven to be an ally in our pursuit of progress. President joe biden in every facet of his ministrations is crafting pathways to build americas foundations for the future. The a compass men see has delivered the working the accomplishments he has delivered the working people of america and for the future of our democracy cannot be understated. After 40 years of tireless fights he went above and beyond. He delivered historic pension reform, saving millions of americans, including the Building Trades members. He delivered with the b
Brothers and sisters, standing with these phenomenal leaders beside me that represent over 300 men and women from every background and walk of life, i get a little emotional. The members of north americas building trade unions, the men and women we are also proud to represent, you are the foundations of the future. Today we get to share a story of progress, collaboration and hope. Our journey fueled by dedication and resilience has led us to remarkable opportunities that are paving the way for a Brighter Future for all. The Biden Administration has proven to be an ally in our pursuit of progress. President joe biden in every facet of his ministrations is crafting pathways to build americas foundations for the future. The a compass men see has delivered the working the accomplishments he has delivered the working people of america and for the future of our democracy cannot be understated. After 40 years of tireless fights he went above and beyond. He delivered historic pension reform, s
You for gathering here today. Brothers and sisters, standing with these phenomenal leaders beside me that represent over 300 men and women from every background and walk of life, i get a little emotional. The members of north americas building trade unions, the men and women we are also proud to represent, you are the foundations of the future. Today we get to share a story of progress, collaboration and hope. Our journey fueled by dedication and resilience has led us to remarkable opportunities that are paving the way for a Brighter Future for all. The Biden Administration has proven to be an ally in our pursuit of progress. President joe biden in every facet of his ministrations is crafting pathways to build americas foundations for the future. The a compass men see has delivered the working the accomplishments he has delivered the working people of america and for the future of our democracy cannot be understated. After 40 years of tireless fights he went above and beyond. He delive