Speaker of the house of representatives. The speaker pro tempore pursuant to the order of the house of january 6 2015, the chair will now recognize members from lists commit smithed by the majority and minority leaders for morning hour debate. The chair will alternate recognition between the parties with each party limited to one hour and each member other than the majority and minority leaders and minority whip limited to five minutes. But in no event shall debate continue beyond 11 50 a. M. The chair recognizes the gentleman from illinois, mr. Gutierrez, for five minutes. Mr. Gutierrez mr. Speaker a few weeks ago i was on the h. B. O. Show real time with mill maher on friday night and had a chance to talk with ann cowl ter. As you might have guest guessed i dont have my speed dial. It was several days after donald trump was running for president. When it was my turn i told mrs. Colter what they were saying about mexican immigrants would serve as a vote rergestration machine to turn g
Assistant professor of Political Science here. And thanks for everyone coming. Differen dennis and bob for all their hard work. Political Science Research has shown that judges sentencing tends to be harshest right before lunch. I assume that similar patterns hold for political discussions. So my pledge to you is that well make up some time in the air and aim for a safe landing by 12 30 and hopefully you wont have to throw anyone offer the flight along the way. Oh, no. Let me begin by introducing our very distinguished panel, which in the spirit of this conference combines some luminaries from academia, with people who have really rich experience in the political world. So, to begin, going, again, from left to right, not necessarily in ideological order, matthew khan is a professor of economics, spatial studies and environmental science, ron christie, a former special assistant to george w. Bush. Jane dunn is Political Science professor. And and the Lieutenant Governor. Maybe we can ju
Assistant professor of Political Science here. And thanks for everyone coming. Differen dennis and bob for all their hard work. Political Science Research has shown that judges sentencing tends to be harshest right before lunch. I assume that similar patterns hold for political discussions. So my pledge to you is that well make up some time in the air and aim for a safe landing by 12 30 and hopefully you wont have to throw anyone offer the flight along the way. Oh, no. Let me begin by introducing our very distinguished panel, which in the spirit of this conference combines some luminaries from academia, with people who have really rich experience in the political world. So, to begin, going, again, from left to right, not necessarily in ideological order, matthew khan is a professor of economics, spatial studies and environmental science, ron christie, a former special assistant to george w. Bush. Jane dunn is Political Science professor. And and the Lieutenant Governor. Maybe we can ju
I call this hearing of the Senate Environment Public Works Committee to order and like to defer to the Ranking Member. I thank the chairman. I apologize to our witnesses, some of whom come quite a distance. The democratic leader in the senate has called for an emergency caucus meeting to discuss the issues leading up to the dismissal of james comey as fbi director and to discuss how we might move quickly to insure that a special prosecutor is assigned and put to work right away. And if i have the opportunity to return at the end of our caucus meeting, ill come back and perhaps some of my colleagues will as well. I appreciate the chairmans understanding of this and giving me the chance to give an Opening Statement first. Thank you this is important stuff. I am interested to learn more from our state witnesses about your experiences with the endangered species act. The roles that states play, the partnerships theyve cultivated and the lessons youve learned, challenges you face, and what
I call this hearing of the Senate Environment Public Works Committee to order and like to defer to the Ranking Member. I thank the chairman. I apologize to our witnesses, some of whom come quite a distance. The democratic leader in the senate has called for an emergency caucus meeting to discuss the issues leading up to the dismissal of james comey as fbi director and to discuss how we might move quickly to insure that a special prosecutor is assigned and put to work right away. And if i have the opportunity to return at the end of our caucus meeting, ill come back and perhaps some of my colleagues will as well. I appreciate the chairmans understanding of this and giving me the chance to give an Opening Statement first. Thank you this is important stuff. I am interested to learn more from our state witnesses about your experiences with the endangered species act. The roles that states play, the partnerships theyve cultivated and the lessons youve learned, challenges you face, and what