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July 19, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the Farm Bill. Today, Pelosi also wrote a letter in response to a letter from 46 groups, including the American Farm Bureau Association, in which she urged action on the legislation before the August recess so that a final bill could be signed by the President before September 30th:


July 18, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi participated in a conversation moderated by Bloomberg News’ Margaret Carlson at the National Journal’s Women 2020 Conference. Below is a transcript of the conversation:


July 18, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after a terrorist attack on an Israeli tour bus in Bulgaria left at least 7 dead and more than 20 wounded. The attack falls on the 18th anniversary of the bombing at the AMIA Jewish Center in Buenos Aires, Argentina:

“Our thoughts and prayers rest with the families, friends, and loved ones of those killed and injured in today’s terrorist attack.


July 18, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after California Governor Brown signed legislation to fund High-Speed Rail.

“Today as California’s high-speed rail legislation becomes law, our state gathers speed in heading toward a future of world-class infrastructure, economic growth, and 21st century jobs.


July 17, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after Senate Republicans voted – for the second day in a row – to block consideration of the DISCLOSE Act:

“Today, Senate Republicans had yet another opportunity to promote transparency in our political system; yet, for the second day in a row, Republicans chose to protect the special interests and allow secret corporate dollars to dominate our elections.


July 16, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Food and Drug Administration announced its approval of the use of a new antiretroviral treatment for HIV prevention:


July 16, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement tonight after Senate Republicans voted to block consideration of the DISCLOSE Act:

“Tonight, Senate Republicans showed their party’s true colors yet again: defending the rights of special interests at the expense of the public interest. By blocking a vote on the DISCLOSE Act, Republicans are protecting a system that allows secret, unlimited corporate funds to flood our campaigns and our airwaves – while keeping voters in the dark.


July 13, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

San Francisco – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi hosted a panel highlighting the benefits of the Affordable Care Act. The event featured panelists that explained the impact of the Supreme Court decision and the benefits of the ACA for consumers, small business owners, and providers. Below are the Leader’s opening remarks:

Issues:Health Care

July 12, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

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


July 11, 2012

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks today at a summit hosted by the National Partnership for Women and Families. Below are the Leader’s remarks: