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Pelosi Floor Speech in Opposition to the House GOP's 40th Vote to Repeal the Affordable Care Act

August 2, 2013

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today on House Republicans’ 40th vote to repeal all or part of the Affordable Care Act. Instead, Leader Pelosi urged Republicans to act to create jobs and grow the economy. Below are the Leader’s remarks:

“Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Issues:Health Care

Transcript of Pelosi Press Conference Today

August 2, 2013

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Contact: 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:

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Pelosi Statement on July Jobs Report

August 2, 2013

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Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. - Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 162,000 jobs and the unemployment rate fell to 7.4 percent in July. With businesses adding 161,000 workers, this marks the 41st consecutive month of private sector job growth:

“Today’s jobs numbers show some progress for our economy, but not nearly enough growth for our workers and families.

Pelosi Statement on Members of Congress, Staff Participation in ACA Health Marketplaces

August 2, 2013

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Issues:Health Care

Pelosi: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Boosts California Jobs,

August 1, 2013

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Washington, D.C.

Pelosi Statement on House Republican Agreement on Deep Cuts to Food, Nutrition Assistance Initiatives

August 1, 2013

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Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement in response to reports that House Republicans have agreed on a bill that cuts $40 billion from nutrition programs:

“Once again, House Republicans are blatantly displaying a wanton disregard for the basic needs of nearly 50 million vulnerable Americans.

Issues:Health CareHuman Rights

Pelosi Statement on the 4th Anniversary of the Post-9/11 GI Bill

August 1, 2013

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Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement to mark the fourth anniversary of the Post-9/11 GI Bill, legislation that helps America’s service members, veterans, and military families pursue educational opportunities and succeed in our economy:

“Four years ago, the Post-9/11 GI Bill took effect, restoring the promise of a full, four-year college education for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families.

Issues:Education

Pelosi Remarks at Congressional Ceremony Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington

July 31, 2013

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Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks at a ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington in 1963. Below are the Leader’s remarks:

Pelosi Statement on House Vote To Address Student Loan Interest Rates

July 31, 2013

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Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the House, in a 392 to 31 bipartisan vote, passed the bipartisan Senate-passed legislation addressing student loan rates, which doubled on July 1st, sending the bill to the President’s desk for his signature.

Issues:Education

Pelosi Floor Speech in Support of the Nuclear Iran Prevention Act

July 31, 2013

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Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi took to the House floor today calling upon her colleagues to support the Nuclear Iran Prevention Act. Below are the Leader’s remarks:

“I thank the gentleman for yielding. And I thank you for your leadership as the Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee.

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