Mr. Chair, I have no further speakers. In closing, I just want to thank Mr. Mast and Mr. Joyce for their leadership on this issue. Our veterans sacrifice everything for our country. We don't leave them behind on the field, and we shouldn't leave them behind when they come home. One way that we can serve them is providing this option when it comes to medical care. They need to have an honest conversation with their doctors to understand what their options are and how they can best recover from the pains that continue after they have come home. Mr. Chair, I proudly support this amendment.
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Dina Titus
Representative · Nevada · Democrat
Dina Titus
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Chair, I, too, rise in support of the veterans equal access amendment. Forty States, three territories, and the District of Columbia allow medical use of cannabis products, but not something for our veterans who live and work in those places. For the nearly 200,000 veterans who call Nevada home, this commonsense amendment would allow healthcare professionals at the VA to just discuss cannabis for medical purposes with their patients.
Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 2853, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act legislation, which I am proud to co-lead and have been working on since 2021 with then-Representative Buck. Organized retail crime is one of the most pressing concerns I hear about from businesses, workers, law enforcement, and community leaders, not just in Nevada, but across the country. As we have heard, these sophisticated operations go far beyond just a kid stealing a candy bar. They require a strong Federal response to protect consumers, local businesses, and transportation networks.
Biography
Dina Titus began her career as a political science professor, bringing an academic’s rigor to public service. Elected to represent Nevada’s 1st Congressional District in 2012, Titus has prioritized affordable healthcare, veterans’ affairs, and sustainable tourism. She authored legislation to support Las Vegas hospitality workers during economic downturns and serves on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, advocating for resilient infrastructure in Southern Nevada. Titus approaches her work with a detail-oriented focus, aiming to address both the region’s unique needs and broader national challenges.
Education
- Ph.D., Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL1976
- M.A., University of Georgia, Athens, GA1973
- B.A. in Political Science, College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA1970
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2009-PresentRepresenting Nevada's 1st district
Professor, University of Nevada
1977–2011(professor emeritus, 2011–present)
Member, Nevada Senate
1989–2008(Minority Leader, 1993–2008)
Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics12%
International Affairs11%
Transportation and Public Works11%
Taxation10%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Dina Titus's record in Congress.
Yucca Mountain Opposition
Led efforts in Congress to block the development of the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository in Nevada.
Southern Nevada Economic Development
Secured federal funding for infrastructure and job creation projects in the Las Vegas area.
Veterans' Services Expansion
Helped pass legislation expanding access to health care and benefits for Nevada veterans.
Tourism and Travel Act Support
Championed the passage of the Brand USA Extension Act to promote international tourism to the United States.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Foreign Affairs
- House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
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