Honoring Ostomy Awareness Day

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Ostomy Awareness Day. An ostomy can be a challenging and deeply personal journey, but for many, it is also a life-saving and life-restoring procedure. Whether facing colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, traumatic injuries, or other serious…

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Honoring Marcelina "Marci" Pina-christian

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Marcelina ``Marci'' Pina-Christian and her years of service to New Bedford community. After earning a degree in business administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Marci first began her career in Rhode Island as an insurance adjuster…

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KEATING REPORT REVEALS TRUMP ADMIN’S CORRUPT POLICIES IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

Released oversight report on Trump administration's corrupt Bosnia and Herzegovina policies.

“President Trump has fostered an environment of corruption in the White House that is spilling over into his dealings around the world.”

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HONORING MARJORIE P. McCRAW

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Marjorie P. McGraw as she celebrates her 95th birthday. Born on September 7, 1931, Marjorie has devoted her life to philanthropy, compassion, and community service. Alongside her late husband, John McGraw, Marjorie has demonstrated extraordinary generosity and…

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KEATING, UKRAINE CAUCUS CO-CHAIRS URGE INTERNATIONAL PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE TO CONTINUE BAN OF RUSSIAN AND BELARUSIAN PARALYMPIC COMMITTEES

Urged International Paralympic Committee to maintain ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes.

“Since 2016, the Russian Paralympic Committee has been banned from participating in the Paralympic and Olympic games due to Russia’s government-facilitated doping scandal, as well as the 2022 full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine.”

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KEATING STATEMENT ON LATEST ICE SHOOTING IN MINNEAPOLIS

Criticized ICE shooting of a U.S. citizen in Minneapolis and called for independent investigation.

“Watch the videos. Share them. Count the shots. It’s not easy to watch - and it shouldn’t be. But every American must understand what federal agents are doing in our names. Alex Pretti and Renee Good should be alive today. The statements by Trump officials are false on their face.”

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KEATING STATEMENT ON US OCCUPATION OF VENEZUELA

Criticized Trump's military action in Venezuela as an illegitimate occupation and seizure of oil resources.

“Make no mistake, this is one of the most eye opening days in US political history. President Trump has just announced that he is taking control of the sovereign country of Venezuela until he feels fit to return it.”

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KEATING, MEEKS SLAM TRUMP ADMINISTRATION FOR REMOVING SANCTIONS ON PRO-RUSSIAN BALKAN LEADER

Opposed Trump administration's removal of sanctions on pro-Russian Balkan leader Milorad Dodik.

“For thirty years, the United States has supported and bolstered the Dayton Peace Accords. The removal of these sanctions runs counter to bipartisan foreign policy towards the Western Balkans”

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Keating, Fitzpatrick Lead Bipartisan Ultimatum to Putin: Return Abducted Ukrainian Children or Face Terror Designation

Introduced bipartisan bill to designate Russia as state sponsor of terrorism over abducted Ukrainian children.

“The Kremlin’s forcible abduction of more than 19,000 Ukrainian children during its war of aggression against Ukraine is an unconscionable act that demands justice and accountability”

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KEATING TO JOHNSON: CUT THE BS AND GET TO WORK SO WE CAN PAY OUR TROOPS

Co-sponsored bill to ensure military troops receive paychecks during government shutdown.

“Our troops show up for work every day to selflessly serve and defend our nation, and twenty days after fleeing Washinton, D.C. ahead of their shutdown, it’s time for the House GOP to show up for work to ensure our military members receive their paychecks”

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KEATING, MCGOVERN, & QUIGLEY REINTRODUCE BILL TO PROVIDE WAR RISK INSURANCE TO COMMERCIAL VESSELS TRADING WITH UKRAINE

Reintroduced bill to provide war risk insurance to commercial vessels trading with Ukraine.

“The Ukraine War Risk Insurance Act would allow the U.S. government to provide vital war risk insurance to NATO and partner vessels importing cargo into or exporting cargo from Ukraine”

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KEATING, JAYAPAL, RASKIN, FOUSHEE, BALINT INTRODUCE RESOLUTION URGING THE IMMEDIATE DELIVERY OF HUMANITARIAN AID TO GAZA

Introduced resolution urging Trump Administration to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza and secure hostage release.

“The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is dire and devastating. The entire U.S.”

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KEATING DEMANDS ANSWERS ON RECENT ICE RAIDS

Demanded ICE provide transparency and information about recent detention raids in Massachusetts.

“Finally, for anyone who has a loved one that they believe was detained and needs assistance locating them or is concerned about due process, please contact my office for assistance.”

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KEATING STATEMENT ON VIOLENT DETENTION OF FRANCISCO MENDEZ

Requested DOJ and Homeland Security answers on violent detention of asylum seeker Francisco Méndez.

“I am requesting answers from DOJ and Homeland on various issues surrounding Francisco Méndez's violent detention in New Bedford on Monday as well as demanding an immediate halt to any efforts to remove him from the United States until his asylum claim is decided.”

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KEATING LEADS 40 COLLEAGUES URGING POTUS TO RESCIND EO ON USAGM

Led 40 colleagues urging President Trump to rescind executive order on U.S. Agency for Global Media.

“USAGM and its entities including Voice of America, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Radio Free Asia, and more serve as a vital soft power tools that enables those in closed societies to gain access to credible, reliable, and objective information about the world.”

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KEATING, CASTRO, HUIZENGA, AMODEI INTRODUCE THE “ARCTIC WATCHERS ACT” TO STRENGTHEN U.S. ENGAGEMENT IN THE ARCTIC

Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen U.S. State Department engagement in Arctic region.

“The Arctic Watchers Act, which will place specific Arctic-focused personnel at U.S. State Department missions in Europe and North America, ensures the United States is focused on critical economic and national security priorities in the region.”

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KEATING LEADS 36 COLLEAGUES IN BIPARTISAN LETTER URGING PRESIDENT TRUMP TO APPOINT A SPECIAL ENVOY TO NORTHERN IRELAND

Led 36 bipartisan colleagues urging President Trump to appoint Special Envoy to Northern Ireland.

“Almost 27 years ago, the United States played a historic role in brokering the Good Friday Agreement that ended 30 years of violence during the Troubles and set Northern Ireland on a peaceful path based on cross-community consent.”

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NOAA TO KEATING: ATLANTIC BLUEFISH TUNA OVERHARVEST WILL BE STOPPED AT 11:30PM TONIGHT

Announced NOAA will halt Atlantic Bluefin Tuna overharvesting tonight after letter demanding closure.

“While I am glad that the negative impacts on local commercial and recreational fishermen and our economy have been stopped, I am deeply disappointed that this situation was allowed to occur in the first place”

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KEATING DEMANDS ANSWERS FROM NOAA ON BLUEFIN TUNA QUOTA ENFORCEMENT

Sent letter to NOAA demanding answers on bluefin tuna quota overharvesting.

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KEATING, HOUSE DEMOCRATS INTRODUCE NEW BILL TO STOP MUSK FROM INVADING AMERICANS’ PRIVACY

Introduced bill to prevent unauthorized access to Treasury payment systems.

“Elon Musk’s takeover of the federal payment system through a group of young, unvetted hackers has placed the personal information and privacy of all Americans in jeopardy, and House Democrats are taking action to stop it”

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KEATING CONDEMNS THE ILLEGAL DESTRUCTION OF USAID AND PAUSE ON U.S. FOREIGN ASSISTANCE

Condemned Trump administration's dismantling of USAID and freeze on foreign assistance.

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BELARUS CAUCUS CO-CHAIRS INTRODUCE RESOLUTION CONDEMNING FRADULENT BELARUSIAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

Introduced bipartisan resolution condemning fraudulent Belarusian presidential election.

“Today, we are introducing a bipartisan resolution denouncing the January 26, 2025, illegitimate Belarusian presidential election and expressing our steadfast support for Belarusian people in their pursuit of liberty, democracy, human rights, and rule of law”

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KEATING STATEMENT ON INAUGURATION

Announced he will not attend inauguration to protest Trump's promised January 6 pardons.

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KEATING, FITZPATRICK REINTRODUCE LEGISLATION PROHIBITING RUSSIAN PARTICIPATION IN THE G7

Reintroduced bipartisan bill prohibiting federal funds for Russian G7 participation.

“Today, I am reintroducing bipartisan legislation to prohibit Russian participation in the G7 or any reconstitution of the G8”

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KEATING STATEMENT ON CEASEFIRE DEAL BETWEEN ISRAEL AND HAMAS

Called ceasefire deal major turning point and urged Trump administration to implement agreement.

“Today’s announcement of a long overdue ceasefire and hostage deal with Israel and Hamas marks a major turning point in what has been a nightmare for many families, including Americans, and the people of the region.”

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