Mr. Speaker, I rise with a degree of sadness because I was present at the birth of this legislation. For 30 years, I was either a Member of the Committee, ranking member on the committee, or the Gang of Eight, for 30 years. I bring extensive intelligence experience to this discussion. Following 9/11, it was with great care that we worked in a bipartisan fashion to put together the legislation to advance what we are talking about today, this FISA initiative. In that legislation, we established the Office of the DNI, the Director of National Intelligence. It had certain standards.
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Nancy Pelosi
Representative · California · Democrat
Nancy Pelosi
Reproductive Rights · Gun Safety · Climate Action · Democracy Protection
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to call attention to what is happening in Hong Kong, especially to Joshua Wong. As a teenager, he led millions of people to the streets of Hong Kong to speak out for democracy and for freedom in Hong Kong and for the Chinese Government to honor its commitment to the Basic Law, which was the foundation of the transition in 1997 from Great Britain to the Chinese Government having control over Hong Kong. Speaking out for freedom should not be against the law. Since the Basic Law, the Chinese have passed a security law, which is anything but security.
I rise today in strong support of the Ukraine Support Act and thank Leader Hoyer for his persistence and his determination to bring this legislation to the floor and, of course, Marcy, who has been our inspiration, Marcy Kaptur. The Ukrainian people are not asking us to fight their war. That has been said. They are asking for tools to defend their sovereignty, their democracy, and their lives. As President Zelenskyy wrote to Congress just days ago: ``We value every human life, and that is exactly why we are seeking a real peace.'' But supporting Ukraine is not only about Ukraine.
Biography
Nancy Pelosi began her public service as a community organizer and volunteer in San Francisco. Elected in 1987 as the U.S. Representative for California’s 11th (now 12th) district, she has been a leading advocate for expanding healthcare access, advancing environmental protections, and strengthening workers’ rights. As the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House, Pelosi played a pivotal role in passing the Affordable Care Act and the American Rescue Plan, and has served on the House Appropriations and Intelligence Committees. Her leadership style emphasizes coalition-building and legislative strategy, working to represent her district’s diverse interests while shaping national policy.
Education
- B.A. in Political Science Major with History Minor, Trinity College, Washington, DC1962
Professional History
U.S. Representative
1987-PresentRepresenting California's 11th district
Finance Chair, Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee
1985–86Chair
1984Democratic National Convention Host Committee
State Chair, California Democratic Party
1981–83Northern Chair, California Democratic Party
1977–81
Policy Focus
Congress75%
Arts, Culture, Religion13%
Government Operations and Politics13%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Nancy Pelosi's record in Congress.
Affordable Care Act Passage
Led the House in passing the Affordable Care Act in 2010, expanding health coverage to millions of Americans.
COVID-19 Relief Legislation
Oversaw passage of major COVID-19 relief bills, including the CARES Act and the American Rescue Plan.
Dodd-Frank Financial Reform
Championed the Dodd-Frank Act in 2010 to strengthen financial regulations after the 2008 financial crisis.
Repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'
Facilitated House approval of the repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' allowing LGBTQ individuals to serve openly in the military.
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