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May 19, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in recognition of the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans (DAPA) day, marking the date when the President's Immigration Accountability Executive Actions were set to take effect:


May 18, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today released this statement on the commemoration of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia:

"No person deserves to live in fear of discrimination or intimidation because of who they are or who they love – not here in the United States, not anywhere. Today, as every day, we stand united with lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people around the world in affirming the human rights and dignity all people deserve.

Issues:LGBTQ+

May 18, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi today released this statement on the 50th anniversary of the launch of Head Start, which provides early childhood education to millions of American families:

Issues:Education

May 15, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement following the House vote on Republicans' National Defense Authorization Act:

"Democrats stand for a strong national defense, and today, our members sent a strong message in support of giving our men and women in uniform and our military overall the certainty they need, not Republican budget gimmicks.


May 14, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today at a press availability calling on Republicans to keep the Gallego military DREAMer amendment in the FY2016 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Below are the Leader's remarks followed by the question and answer session:

Leader Pelosi's Opening Remarks:


May 14, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released this statement ahead of the consideration of Trade Promotion Authority legislation in the Senate, which begins today:

"House Democrats have been trying to find a path to yes on the Trans-Pacific Partnership. In reviewing this agreement, Members have made suggestions and we thank the Administration for the continuing briefings provided over the past two months.


May 14, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi held her weekly press conference today. Below is a transcript of the press conference.

Leader Pelosi. Good morning, everyone.


May 13, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after House Republicans voted to restrict women's access to the full range of health care services, by banning abortions after 20-weeks, with no exception for the health of the woman:

Issues:Health Care

May 13, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today at the unveiling of the new retirement security pillar of ‘When Women Succeed, America Succeeds' economic agenda. Below are the Leader's remarks:


May 13, 2015

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the derailment of Amtrak Northeast Regional Train 188 in Philadelphia last night:

"Our hearts go out to all of the passengers and crew caught in the horrific derailment in Philadelphia last night. This morning, our thoughts and prayers are especially with the family members of the six who were killed, and those victims still in critical condition. We hope for everyone's swift and complete recovery.