Press Releases

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today offered the following statement on President-elect Obama's selection of former Senator Majority Leader Tom Daschle as the next Secretary of Health and Human Services:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today offered the following statement on H.R. 7321, Auto Industry Financing and Restructuring Act, which she supported

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement with the news of the Presidential Inaugural Committee's selection of two Colorado groups participation in the 2009 inaugural parade:

U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) along with Representatives Henry Waxman (D-Calif.), Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) and Diana DeGette (D-Colo.), today called on the CPSC to ensure that any children's products purchased after Feb. 10 will not contain phthalates.

As the Bush Administration takes action challenging reproductive rights in this country in its remaining days, U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Louise Slaughter (D-NY), co-chairs of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, introduced legislation that would prohibit a dangerous proposed Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regulation from being implemented.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today offered the following statement on the outcome of the Energy and Commerce Committee Chairmanship election:

WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, applauded Colorado's performance in a new American Lung Association report, Helping Smokers Quit: State Cessation Coverage, released yesterday. Colorado is a leader in requiring all basic employer health plans to cover preventive services.

The office of U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following update regarding tickets to President-elect Obama's inauguration:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today released the following statement regarding the chairmanship of the Energy and Commerce Committee:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Energy and Commerce Committee, today applauded the White House for signing the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Organ Transplant Authorization Act of 2008 into law. President George W. Bush signed H.R. 6469, which increases authorization for the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) to $7 million, the first increase to the OPTN since 1984. The bipartisan legislation was sponsored by U.S Senator Byron Dorgan (D-ND), and U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Jim Costa (D-CA) and Dave Camp (R-MI).

After unanimous agreement by both the U.S. Senate and House, the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Organ Transplant Act of 2008, heads to President George W. Bush for his signature. The bipartisan legislation was sponsored by U.S Senator Byron Dorgan (D-ND), and U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Jim Costa (D-CA) and Dave Camp (R-MI). It increases authorization for the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) to $7 million, the first increase to the OPTN since 1984.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today offered the following statement on the bipartisan Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, which passed the House of Representatives on a vote of 263 to 171:

US Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding the opening of the new Cherry Creek Post at 201 Columbine Street in Cherry Creek North in East Denver.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today offered the following statement on the bipartisan Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, which failed to pass the House of Representatives on a vote of 205-228:

Over 125 Members of Congress Send Message to Bush Administration that Proposed New Rule Jeopardizes Health Care Services and Information

DeGette and Castle Drop New Bill Expanding Stem Cell Research; Directs Overarching Ethical Framework

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today praised the passage of H.R. 1343, The Health Centers Renewal Act of 2008.

Today, the United States House of Representatives passed HR 6469, the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Organ Transplant Act of 2008. The bipartisan legislation was sponsored by U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Jim Costa (D-CA) and Dave Camp (D-MI). It increases authorization for the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) to $7 million, the first increase to the OPTN since 1984.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-Co), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, today offered the following statement on the resignation of Dr. Elias Zerhouni, Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH):

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-Co), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today voted in support of H.R. 5244, the Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights, which passed the House on a vote of 312-112.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-Co), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today offered the following statement on the state of the economy:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today supported the Comprehensive American Energy Security & Consumer Protection Act that combines expanded oil drilling with a comprehensive, clean renewable energy and efficiency approach. The bill passed on a vote of 236 to 189:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today offered the following comments on the troubling news in the financial markets:

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, today offered the following comments on the recent findings that embryonic stem cells are still necessary by a U.S. National Academy of Sciences panel:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today offered the following comments with the news that another outbreak of E. Coli in beef has occurred

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today reacted to the announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that they have, for the first time, identified a jalapeno pepper from a processing facility in Texas that tested positive for salmonella saintpaul.

Lack of a Food Traceability System Results in More Consumers Sick and Still FDA Cannot Determine Source of Contamination

Letter Sent to Senate and House Leadership and Agriculture Committee Leadership Urging Mandatory Recall Authority for USDA and FDA

DeGette Advances Resolution for East High School in Denver

Proposed Rule by the Bush Administration is Ludicrous and Unnecessary

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today made the following statement in support of overriding President Bush's veto of H.R. 6331, the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008. The House supported this measure on a vote of 383 to 41.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today released the following statement on President Bush's announcement lifting the executive ban on drilling in protected coastal areas.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, released the following statement regarding the lawsuit introduced today requesting an injunction on oil and gas leasing on Colorado's Roan Plateau

More Evidence that Comprehensive Traceability System Needed In the United States to Protect Health of American Consumers

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today offered the following statement regarding food traceability, the subject of today's press conference with the Center for Science and the Public Interest (CSPI) and Consumer Federation of America (CFA).

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced today, along with the Regional Transportation District (RTD) and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), $36 million in federal funds have been awarded by Federal Highway Administration to jump start Denver's Union Station's (DUS) into a regional intermodal transportation hub as envisioned by Denver Metropolitan voters.

Comprehensive Approach would put America on Track for Energy Independence and Provide Relief for Consumers at the Gas Pump

U.S. Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Todd Platts (R-PA) today introduced companion pieces of legislation in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House that provide Medicare and Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation treatments for senior citizens, people with disabilities and low-income adults.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) hailed passage of H.R. 6331, Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008, which passed on a vote of 355 to 59 – a veto proof margin. DeGette supported the measure which prevents a pending ten percent payment reduction for physicians in Medicare, enhances Medicare preventive and mental health benefits, improves and extends programs for low-income Medicare beneficiaries, and extends provisions for rural and other providers.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today opposed H.R. 6304, the FISA Amendments Act of 2008, which passed on a vote of 293 to 129.

Supports Key Domestic Priorities Including Delaying Six Medicaid Regulations that would Hurt Colorado's Health Care Safety-Net

During last week's Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations hearing on food safety, the Bush Administration's "food safety czar" Dr. David W.K. Acheson, MD, Assistant Commissioner for Food Protection, testified that he supported the idea of traceability. Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) has proposed developing a food product traceability system, H.R. 3485.

Mandatory Recall and Traceability Key to Ensuring Safe Foods

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today announced the departure of her long serving District Director, Gregory Diamond.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today entered the following statement – as prepared for delivery – into the record at today's Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection hearing entitled, "Safety of Phthalates and Bisphenol-A in Everyday Consumer Products." DeGette is a member of the Conference Committee reconciling the House and Senate consumer product safety bills.

Tomato Salmonella Outbreak Could Have Been Identified and Contained Earlier with Mandatory Recall and Traceability Systems

Goal is Equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Americans

WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette, Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today reacted to the news that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is temporarily extending the Moratoria on two of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rules, Public Provider and Graduate Medical Education (GME). Moratoria on these two rules will now be extended until August 1, 2008.

DeGette Comments on New Report that Concludes "Insurance Industry Abuses are Abound in Medicare Advantage"

As gas prices continue to rise and the economy worsens, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette helped put our nation on a path towards energy independence and provide needed tax relief to American families by supporting The Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008, which passed on a vote of 253 to 160. The Act provides $18 billion in tax incentives for investment in renewable energy, carbon capture and sequestration demonstration projects, energy efficiency and conservation and gives targeted tax relief to American families and businesses.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today joined with U.S. Rep. Peter King (R-NY), to introduce the "National Pediatric Research Consortia Establishment Act of 2008."

WASHINGTON – As gas prices continue to soar, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, will take action today by supporting legislation to suspend the filling of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) through the end of the year. The House of Representatives will vote on this bipartisan legislation tonight under suspension of the rules.

As the first hearing on stem cell research in the House of Representatives since the enactment of the President's restrictive 2001 policy commences, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette, chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, unveiled a new legislative effort on stem cell research.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), the chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, today unveiled her new legislative strategy aimed at reversing President George W. Bush's 2001 restrictive stem cell research policy.

As home foreclosure rates increase across the nation and American working families continue to suffer under a poor economy and high gas prices, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) joined her colleagues in the House to pass the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 and the Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008. These measures are the most comprehensive pieces of legislation to date providing immediate relief to Americans struggling to hang on to their most prized asset – their homes - and to assist communities with the increasing number of foreclosed homes in their neighborhoods.

WASHINGTON – Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), the chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, today applauded the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee for scheduling the first-ever Congressional hearing in the House of Representatives on stem cell research. The hearing entitled, "Stem Cell Science: The Foundation for Future Cures," will be held on Thursday, May 8th.

DeGette Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on FDA Act of 2008 - Drug Section

Recall System Stronger When Complemented by Traceability System

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, today praised the passage of key health care bills during today's Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee mark-up session. One particular bill, H.R.1343, the Health Centers Renewal Act of 2007, included H.R. 870, a measure championed by Ms. DeGette and the late Rep. Paul Gillmor (R-OH) that provides liability protections for employees and contractors who provide services in designated emergency areas.

Vice Chair DeGette Says "It's a Win for America's Public Hospitals and Those Desperately in Need of Health Care"

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, offered the following statement on the Families USA report entitled, "Bad Medicine: The President's Medicaid Regulations Will Weaken Colorado's Economy."

In recognition of Earth Day, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Vice Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, released the following on the state of our environment and our stewardship of Planet Earth.

Mandatory Recall Provision will Ensure Quick Removal of Tainted Foods

Bush Administration's Draconian CMS Policies Would Cripple Health Care Safety-Net

DeGette Reaffirms Commitment to Ending War in Iraq

As 47 million Americans go without quality health care, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following statement in observance of National Public Health Week

Advocates for Health and Food Safety with Millions of Consumer Members Back DeGette's Approach

DeGette Raises Concerns over Tobacco Age, Gets Study Written in Bill to Better Inform Congress of Public Health Implications of Legal Age

DeGette Comments on New Report Highlighting Importance of Health Care

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today offered the following statement in response to news that the number of U.S. casualties in Iraq has reached 4,000

Key Members Sign Letter Asking Federal Funding be Reconsidered

With today marking the fifth year of the war in Iraq, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) offered the following statement:

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the below statement as she voted in favor of H.R. 3773, the FISA Amendments Act of 2008, which protects America while protecting Americans' civil liberties. The legislation passed by a vote of 213 to 197.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following statement regarding the Department of Interior's Roan Plateau decision:

Vice Chair Highlights Her Priorities - Mandatory Recall and Traceability System

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement today criticizing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for failing to adequately lower the nations ozone air quality standard to protect human health and the environment.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following statement today on the disturbing jobs report from the US Labor Department, which showed that the US economy lost 63,000 jobs in February, the largest monthly job decline in nearly five years.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today commented on a report released by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on the impact of the Bush Administration's proposed Medicaid Regulations.

Chief Deputy Whip and Vice Chair DeGette leads Colorado House Delegation

With the cost of health care continuing to skyrocket, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today pressed Health and Human Services Secretary, Michael O. Leavitt, about the hypocrisy inherent in the President's 2009 budget proposal for the Department of Health and Human Services.

As energy prices continue to rise, oil approaching $102 per barrel and gasoline costing $3.15 at the pump, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today supported the Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act, which ends unnecessary subsidies to big oil companies and invests in clean, renewable energy and energy efficiency. The measure passed on a vote of 236 to 182.

As many states struggle to secure affordable coverage for uninsured children, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) highlighted the restrictions placed on states during a Subcommittee on Health hearing entitled, "Covering Uninsured Kids: Reversing Progress Already Made." DeGette focused on the Administration's stubborn refusal to expand health care coverage for millions of low-income children despite the bipartisan work of Congress and the previous Administration to provide state-based solutions.

With news of another outbreak of contamination in our food supply, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today delivered the following opening statement during a Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Hearing entitled, "Contaminated Food: Private Sector Accountability," with the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of major food producing companies testifying.

As Chief Architect of Embryonic Stem Cell Bill, DeGette Calls Advancement Exciting but Highlights the Need to Reverse Federal Restrictions and Fund all Ethical Stem Cell Research

With an environmental emergency situation mounting in Lake County, Colorado, the House Energy and Commerce Committee Leadership, Chairman John Dingell (D-MI) and Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), joined together in sending the following letter Monday to Stephen Johnson, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), requesting immediate action. The House Energy and Commerce Committee has jurisdiction over the EPA, the Superfund program, and relevant water issues.

Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following statement as she voted in favor of a 21-day extension of the Protect America Act, which addresses the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA):

Vice Chair Raises Serious Concerns about Bush Administration's Commitment to Renewable Energy

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today offered the following comments on President Bush's 2009 Budget Proposal:

Denver District Lab Keeps Doors Open Protecting Americans

DeGette Assails Bush Administration for Barriers to Health Care that Keep the Number of Uninsured American's at 47 Million

As our economy endures uncertainty, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today supported H.R. 5140, Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act, aimed at jumpstarting our slowing economy.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, today offered the following response to President George W. Bush's State of the Union address:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following statement on Private First Class Duncan C. Crookston, who died late last week from complications resulting from injuries sustained in Iraq:

Co-Chair of the House Diabetes Caucus Congresswoman Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following comments today on newly released figures from the American Diabetes Association (ADA) showing an increase in economic costs of diabetes in 2007. At an estimated $174 billion annually, costs associated with diabetes have risen 32% since last evaluated in 2002. The per capita annual health care cost for people with diabetes was $11,744, of which $6,649 (57%) can be attributed directly to diabetes.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today voted to support the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) and override the President's veto of bipartisan legislation to provide health care to over 10 million low-income children nationwide. Unfortunately, 152 House Republicans voted lock-step with President Bush to sustain the veto on a vote of 260 to 152 blocking nearly 4 million additional low-income children from receiving health care coverage. DeGette assailed Congressional Republicans for "sustaining the President's veto denying millions of low-income children health care during these tough economic times."

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-C0) today issued the following statement today after the Federal Reserve Board issued an emergency rate cut of a key interest rate by 3/4 of a percentage point:

With today's announcement of another stem cell research advancement, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, offered the following statement today.

As the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prepares to release its risk assessment report on foods derived from cloned animals, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) called on her subcommittee, the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, to hold hearings into the potential risks and challenges of foods derived from cloned animals offered to American consumers in the market place.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), chief architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, released the following statement regarding the news of an additional method of stem cell research:

Congresswoman Pays Tribute to Close Personal Friend

As the House of Representatives recessed for the holiday season, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following comments on the end of the Congressional session:

As Congress prepares to recess for the holidays, the House of Representatives today passed comprehensive consumer product safety legislation - H.R. 4040, the Consumer Product Modernization Act of 2007 - unanimously on a vote of 407 to 0. Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette, an original cosponsor of the legislation, supported the measure and applauded its passage.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today reaffirmed her commitment to ending the war in Iraq by opposing a Senate change to the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2007 that provides a blank check for the war in Iraq. The House agreed to the Senate change on a vote of 272 to 142.

With the health care of millions hanging in the balance, Congress today passed an extension of the Children's Health Care Insurance Program (SCHIP), S. 2499, the Medicare, Medicaid and SCHIP Extension Act, on a vote of 411 to 3. Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) supported the measure.

- With gas and oil prices skyrocketing, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today hailed the passage of the Energy Independence and Security Act [vote of 314-100], landmark energy legislation that will make America more energy independent, cut energy costs for families, reduce global warming, and grow our economy. President Bush is expected to sign the legislation into law.

DeGette Praises Energy and Commerce Committee Approval Clearing Way for Full House Consideration

As the Congressional session winds down for the Holiday season, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today issued the following statement regarding the Consolidated Appropriations Act that includes $100 million in security funding for the 2008 Democratic and Republican National Conventions; Denver and St. Paul will be allocated $50 million each.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today joined an overwhelming bipartisan majority in Congress to pass H.R. 1585, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008,"which will strengthen our military, support our troops and improve military readiness.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today praised the passage of the Energy Independence and Security Act on a vote of 235 to 181.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today issued the following statement regarding the Energy Bill negotiations in Congress.

As negotiations continue in Congress regarding the Energy Bill, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) encouraged her colleagues in the United States Senate to follow the House of Representatives in adopting an energy bill that includes a national Renewable Electricity Standard (RES).

As Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt touts the Bush Administration's latest food import safety plan at the Seattle Fish Company in Denver, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today issued the following statement calling on the Secretary to "get serious when it comes to protecting consumers":

Newly Released Research Not a Substitute for Embryonic Stem Cell Research; All Forms of Ethical Research Should Be Supported

DeGette and McCollum Spearhead Joint CO and MN House Delegation Letter to House and Appropriations Committee Leadership

As the Secretary of Transportation, Mary Peters, visits Denver International Airport (DIA) to highlight the Bush Administration's plan to ease holiday travel, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today released the following statement:

Touts Democratic Congress' Accomplishments for Veterans; Sends Letter to U.S. Senate Pressing for Swift Action on Remaining Veterans' Priorities

As Congress handed President Bush his first veto override, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today applauded the successful override of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). The President vetoed WRDA despite overwhelming support in the House and Senate.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today issued the following statement regarding the recent consumer product recall of the children's toy, Aqua Dots:

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today voted to support H.R. 3685, the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA), which passed on a vote of 235 to 184. This bipartisan bill makes it illegal to fire, refuse to hire, or otherwise discriminate against employees simply based on their sexual orientation.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today applauded Governor Ritter for Colorado's first Climate Action Plan:

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today issued the following statement after President George W. Bush vetoed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) 2007 conference report:

As news reports surface that the current and former head of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) have accepted over $60,000 in industry-sponsored travel, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today assailed the Commission and announced she intends to amend the Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act prohibiting these practices as it moves through Committee next week.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today joined Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman John D. Dingell (D-MI) and Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection Subcommittee Chairman Bobby Rush (D-IL) in introducing comprehensive consumer protection legislation, the Consumer Protection Modernization Act of 2007, and applauded their efforts.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) made the following statement regarding a white paper released yesterday by the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) entitled, Building a Modern Food Safety System: For FDA Regulated Foods:

The Colorado Congressional Delegation joined U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today in sending a letter to the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Edmund S. "Kip" Hawley, pressing the Administration to take immediate steps improving the security situation at Denver International Airport (DIA). The letter, signed by all members of the Delegation, outlined the long security wait times and screening processes at DIA, highlighted the benefit to increasing the number of screeners, and identified the risks associated with the continued delay of security screening.

As public confidence in our federal agencies has eroded when it comes to our nation's food and consumer product safety systems, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today joined Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and congressional leaders at a press conference today assuring the American people that protecting our food supply and consumer products are at the top of the House agenda. The press conference highlighted Democratic efforts to promote food and consumer product safety.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today made the following statement after President George W. Bush requested an additional $42.3 billion from Congress for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, raising the total amount requested to $184 billion:

Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (NY-28) and Rep. Diana DeGette (CO-1) were today joined by Reps. Nita Lowey (NY-18), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Lois Capps (CA-23), Henry Waxman (CA-30), Jerrold Nadler (NY-8), and Michael Michaud (ME-2) in sending a letter to the Secretary of Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt urging reconsideration of the appointment of Dr. Susan Orr as the new Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for Population Affairs.

On a conference call with reporters today, Senators Hillary Clinton (D-NY) and Patty Murray (D-WA), along with Congresswomen Louise Slaughter (D-NY) and Diana DeGette (D-CO), joined Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) President Cecile Richards and Mary Jane Gallagher from the National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Association (NFPRHA) to denounce the appointment of anti-family planning, anti-sex education hardliner Susan Orr to the position of acting deputy assistant secretary for population affairs (DASPA).

As the House of Representatives unsuccessfully attempted to override President Bush's veto of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) assailed House Republicans who voted to sustain President Bush's veto saying they "failed to stand up for America's children."

As Colorado State University (CSU) announced the opening of an additional BSL-III lab and given our nation's high security climate, Energy and Commerce Committee Diana DeGette (D-CO) today pressed federal officials about the risks involved in expanding these labs before the Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations subcommittee hearing, Germs, Viruses and Secrets: The Silent Proliferation of Bio-Laboratories in the United States. The purpose of the hearing is to examine the risks associated with the recent rapid proliferation of high-containment biological research labs, known as BSL-III and IV, in the United States.

As President Bush's veto threat of the bipartisan, compromise bill reauthorizing the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) became a grim reality, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today issued the following statement:

With record recalls of lead-tainted toys this year, Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT) and Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) announce the introduction of legislation to strengthen consumer product safety laws in the United States - The Safety Assurance for Every (SAFE) Consumer Product Act. The legislation takes critical steps to ensure the toys our children play with are safe by strengthening the authority and staff of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), including new requirements that all children's products be certified as having met rigorous product safety standards by independent third party laboratories.

As the September 30th deadline to reauthorize the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) quickly approaches, the Democratically-controlled House of Representatives today reauthorized the program for another 5 years on a broad, bipartisan vote of 265 to 159. Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), who voted in support, hailed the passage of the legislation that preserves health care coverage for 6.6 million children and provides new health care coverage for 3.8 million additional low-income kids nationwide.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following statement regarding the bipartisan, Congressional proposal announced today on the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP):

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today chided President George W. Bush over his comments about the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) during his press conference:

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today requested the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) give the Denver metro area a voice in the upcoming debate over proposed ozone standards. In a letter to EPA Administrator Stephen Johnson, DeGette requested the EPA schedule a public hearing regarding the proposed ozone standards. The EPA recently proposed changes to ambient air quality standards for ground-level ozone, changes that will have a profound impact on the health of Americans.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO), the architect of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, today issued the following statement as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced it will begin implementing President George W. Bush's Executive Order to explore methods to expand the number of approved pluripotent stem cell lines.

On the heels of yet another E. Coli outbreak in bagged lettuce, Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today welcomed the food industry's support of additional oversight for our nation's food supply as outlined in the Grocery Manufacturers Association's (GMA) action plan, Commitment to Consumers: The Four Pillars of Food Safety.

DeGette Responds to President Bush's Speech on the War in Iraq

Proposal protects 62 Areas designating 1.65 million acres of Colorado public land as Wilderness

Energy and Commerce Vice Chair DeGette Responds to Bush Administration Report on Food Imports

Chief Deputy Whip DeGette Renews Commitment for Timelines and Benchmarks to End the War in Iraq

In advance of General David Petreaus' Iraq progress report expected September 15th, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today renewed her strong support for a new direction in Iraq, including troop withdrawal timelines and political benchmarks for a quick and responsible end to the war.

Energy and Commerce Vice Chair DeGette Introduces Key Food Safety Legislation as Tainted Food Continues to Enter Nation's Food Supply

Energy and Commerce Vice Chair DeGette to Introduce Major Food Safety Legislation Next Week

As Congress prepares to reconvene to continue work on the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today applauded Colorado's commitment to children's health care while pledging to fight in Congress for the adequate funding for SCHIP.

Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today blasted the Bush Administration for adopting new standards that would make it much more difficult for states to extend health coverage to children in middle-income families under the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).

Due to mounting pressure from Congress, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced it will not proceed with reorganization plans that include the closing of seven FDA labs across the country, including the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood. Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) welcomed the Administration's decision to keep these labs open saying "these labs are vital to our national security."

To combat the effects of global warming and climate change, the House of Representatives today approved the Udall Amendment to the House Energy Bill on a vote of 220 to 190. The Amendment creates a national Renewable Energy Standard (RES) that requires electric suppliers to produce 15 percent of their energy from renewable sources, 4 percent of which can come from efficiency, by the year 2020. Energy and Commerce Committee Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO), a leading cosponsor of the Amendment and lead whip, praised its passage calling it a "commitment to clean energy."

Stemming from the Energy and Commerce Committee's Investigation of the Bush Administration's proposal to consolidate Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labs, a provision was included in H.R. 3161, The FY08 Agriculture Appropriations Bill, blocking the closure of FDA field and district labs, including the facility at the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood. Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) today applauded the plan to keep these vital labs open.

A Priority for the Democratic Congress, DeGette Hails Passage of CHAMP Act that Reauthorizes and Enhances SCHIP

DeGette Assails Republicans for Playing Partisan Politics with the Health of Millions of America's Poor Children

Energy and Commerce Vice-Chairman Encourages Members to Support SCHIP

Energy and Commerce Vice Chair Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement as Committee Republicans continue to put the health care of millions of children at risk by delaying today's mark-up of H.R. 3162, the Children's Health and Medicare Protection Act (CHAMP Act)

As more contaminated food continues to be imported into the United States raising food safety concerns, Energy and Commerce Vice-Chairman Diana DeGette (D-CO) today questioned the Bush Administration's proposal to consolidate FDA labs amidst fears the oversight of our food supply will be at risk and vital jobs in the region will be eliminated.

DeGette Challenges Bush Not to Veto Children's Health Care Legislation

DeGette Supports Troop Reduction Measure to End War in Iraq

DeGette Supports Troop Reduction Measure to End War in Iraq

Bush's Proposal Puts the Big Insurance Companies Before the Health of America's Children

Vows to Continue to Move Issue Forward Leaving all Options Open

Bush Remains Stubbornly Defiant By Blocking Life-Saving Legislation

DeGette Lauds Passage of Stem Cell Bill Urging the President to Sign It into Law

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today made the following statement in support of H.R. 2560 - the DeGette-Murphy "Human Cloning Prohibition Act of 2007"

Washington, DC - Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following opening statement for the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations hearing "Diminished Capacity: Can the FDA Assure the Safety and Security of the Nation's Food Supply?"

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Each year, the Mountain West region is threatened by wildfires that scorch thousands of acres of National Forests and grasslands. However, earlier this year, under the authority granted in the Continuing Resolution signed into law by the President to fund the government for the remainder of 2007, the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) cut funding to Colorado's Region Two by $4.3 million. The result could reduce on-the-ground management of bark beetles, hazardous fuels and forest health needs.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on her vote in favor of House Concurrent Resolution 99, the Democratic budget resolution that passed the House today.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced her support for House Concurrent Resolution 99, the Democratic budget resolution, that is expected to be voted on this Thursday.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted today to support the U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health and Iraq Accountability Act. H.R 1591 is a $124 billion emergency spending bill that will began the process of withdrawing U.S. forces from Iraq.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced today that she has requested $50 million in Federal funds for security costs for the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver. As the senior member of the delegation, Representative DeGette was joined in this request by Representatives Ed Perlmutter (D-CO), John Salazar (D-CO) and Mark Udall (D-CO).

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) joined with Rep. John Dingell (D-MI) and Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-NY) in introducing the Children's Health First Act, a major initiative to provide all children with access to quality, affordable healthcare coverage. The bill includes incentives for states to expand children's health care and identify and enroll uninsured kids who qualify for coverage but are not enrolled.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) delivered the following remarks today opposing President Bush's plan to escalate the war in Iraq.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following remarks, as prepared for delivery, opposing President Bush's plan to escalate the war in Iraq. She is scheduled to deliver these remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives during the time reserved for the House Democratic leadership, Friday, February 16 between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. EST.

U.S. Representatives Tom Udall (D-NM), Todd Platts (R-PA), Frank Pallone (D-NJ), Mark Udall (D-CO), Chris Shays (R-CT), Diana DeGette (D-CO), Jerry McNerny (D-CA) and Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) today introduced bipartisan legislation to establish a federal Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requiring electric utilities to acquire 20 percent of their electricity from wind, solar and other renewable energy sources by 2020.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today voted for H.R. 365, the Methamphetamine Remediation Research Act of 2007, a bill to help communities across Colorado clean up methamphetamine (meth) labs.

WASHINGTON - Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) responded today to the President's Fiscal Year 2008 budget and the negative impact it could have on Colorado. Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) responded today to the President's Fiscal Year 2008 budget and the negative impact it could have on Colorado.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) commented today on a new report from the world's leading scientific body on climate change stating that there is a 90 percent chance that human activity is causing global climate change.

Washington DC - Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) introduced the E-Poll Book Improvement Act of 2007 today to improve elections and prevent a repeat of the voting difficulties that occurred in Denver during the 2006 elections.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced today that she has been asked by Chairman John Dingell (D-MI) to serve as Vice Chair of the Energy and Commerce Committee. Rep. DeGette also announced today that she has been asked by Speaker Nancy Pelosi to serve on the U.S. House Page Board.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement in response to President Bush's State of the Union address:

WASHINGTON, DC - Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted today for legislation to cut giveaways to bill oil companies and invest in clean energy technology.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today voted to lower the cost of college for millions of low and middle-income students and their families by cutting interest rates on student loans in half.

"In honor of Dr. King's birthday, I'd like to share with you his Letter from a Birmingham Jail, which never ceases to inspire me."

Today, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) hailed the passage of DeGette-Castle Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act (H.R. 3) with broad bi-partisan support.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement about President Bush's strategy of escalating U.S. troop levels in Iraq:

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted for H.R. 1, Implementing the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007.

Today U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following statement congratulating the new Speaker of the House for the 110th Congress, U.S. Representative Nancy Pelosi (D-CA).

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the Iraq Study Group report issued today:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today applauded the defeat of H.R. 6099, the so-called "Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act of 2006.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today applauded passage of S. 843, the companion bill to the Combating Autism Act of 2005 that she co-sponsored with Representative Mary Bono (R-CA).

Today U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following statement on the completion of the TREX multimodal project.

Today U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following statement congratulating the new Democratic Leadership for the 110th Congress.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on yesterday's long lines, delays, and other voting problems in the City of Denver.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding tomorrow's Shattuck Superfund Site Completion Celebration

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) responded to conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh's hateful remarks towards actor Michael J. Fox who suffers from Parkinson's disease

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) filed her protest (attached) on the Bureau of Land Management's proposed plan for Roan Plateau, an environmentally sensitive and spectacularly wild area in Western Colorado. The text of her protest follows

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) responded to the indictments of five people in California over the Hewlett-Packard spying case

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding the Republican Leadership's apparent cover-up concerning Rep. Mark Foley's (R-FL) inappropriate emails and sexually explicit instant messages sent to underage House Pages.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released her prepared remarks to the Hewlett-Packard Pretexting hearing.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding her vote against the Republican leadership's so-called Federal Election Integrity Act of 2006, H.R. 4844.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) responded to the United States District Court for the Northern District of California decision today to reinstate Clinton-era protections of 58.5 million acres of national forests

On the heels of the multi-state E. Coli outbreak, U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Janice Schakowsky (D-IL) and Diana DeGette (D-CO) sent a letter to Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Joe Barton (R-TX) asking for a hearing on their bill the "Safe Food Act," H.R. 1507. This legislation would consolidate all food safety agencies and establish the Food Safety Administration, responsible for the creation, administration and enforcement of our food safety laws.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding her vote against the House Republican "Secure Fence Act," H.R. 6061, a bill to build 700 miles of fence along our 2,000-mile border with Mexico.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following remarks concerning the House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Committee hearing on British Petroleum's pipeline spills at Prudhoe Bay, AK.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the Bureau of Land Management proposal to allow drilling on the Roan Plateau.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. The Congresswoman is part of the Democratic Congressional Delegation currently touring the Gulf States affected by the hurricane.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), released the following letter today to the Colorado Roadless Review Taskforce commenting on their recommendations for national forested roadless areas in Colorado:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), co-chair of the bi-partisan House Pro Choice Caucus, released the following statement regarding the Food and Drug Administration approval of the "morning after' emergency contraceptive pill without a prescription to those 18 and older. The pill, called Plan B, is designed to prevent pregnancy when taken within 72 hours of sex.

Today, Exxon Mobil Corp announced second quarter earnings of $10.36 billion, the second largest quarterly profit ever recorded by a U.S. company and a 36% increase over last year profits. Exxon Mobil's report comes one day after Conoco-Phillips announced a profit of more than $5 billion this quarter. These unparalleled profits come as gas prices climb to new record highs of more than $3 per gallon across the U.S.

DeGette Responds to Presidential Bush's veto of life saving stem cell legislation

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding President Bush's veto of H.R. 810, the "Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act."

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding Senate passage of H.R. 810, the "Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act."

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted for the passage of H.R. 9, the Voting Rights Act Reauthorization, which strengthens the 1965 Voting Rights Act (VRA) and extends for 25 years its expiring provisions.

Today, President Bush formally rejected Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Mike Castle's (R-DE) request for a meeting to discuss the Castle-DeGette Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act (H.R. 810). This rejection comes one day after President Bush's top political adviser Karl Rove announced in Denver that President Bush will veto the bill if it passes out of the U.S. Senate.

Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) joined Senators Harkin (D-IA) and Schumer (D-NY) in introducing two separate bills on Thursday that would protect Americans from contaminated meat and poultry by improving product tracing and recall powers. The SAFER Food Act, authored by Rep. DeGette and Sen. Tom Harkin (D-IA), would give the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) the ability to enact a mandatory recall of tainted food products.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist (R-TN) announced a Senate vote on stem cell research.

Today, Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) passed an amendment to the FY 2007 Science, State, Justice, and Commerce Appropriations bill to increase funding for the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Forces (ICACs) by $3 million.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) released the following statement concerning the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations hearing "Making the Internet Safe for Kids."

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) released the following statement concerning the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations hearing "Making the Internet Safe for Kids."

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following statement regarding her vote against the Republican's Permanent Estate Tax Relief Act of 2006, H.R. 5368.

Today U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) joined a majority of her Democratic colleagues in voting against the Legislative Line Item Veto Act of 2006, H.R. 4890.

"Mr. Chairman, today's hearing is about "pretexting." Data acquired through this method is often sold and can be used for all kinds of nefarious purposes. The results of the misuse of such information can range from being a mere annoyance, all the way to creating a potentially life-threatening situation. Such information, for example, could allow a stalker to find a victim, or a threatening husband to track down a spouse that is attempting to seek shelter from an abusive relationship.

Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) joins her Democratic colleagues in asking the Republican leadership to allow a vote to raise the minimum wage for the first time in almost a decade.

The day after the Pentagon confirmed 2,500 U.S. solders had been killed and nearly four years after the House authorized the use of force in Iraq, Republican leaders voted on H.R. 861, a shameful political stunt entitled the Resolution on the War in Iraq. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted against this resolution.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement congratulating Fairview Elementary teacher Linda Alston upon winning the first $100,000 Kinder Excellence in Teaching Award

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) released the following statement regarding opposition to her vote against H.R.5252 the Communications Opportunity, Promotion, and Enhancement (COPE) Act.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) released the following statement concerning the death of Iraqi terrorist Abu Musab al-Zarqawi.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) released the following statement concerning her vote against H.R. 5254, the Refinery Permit Process Schedule Act.

The United States is lagging behind other leading nations on stem cell research, members of a bipartisan Congressional delegation announced today during a fact-finding trip to the UK.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced her support for the Veterans ID Theft Protection Act of 2006 (H.R. 5487), legislation aimed at helping veterans whose personal data was stolen from the home of a Veterans Administration (VA) employee earlier this month.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement concerning her vote against H.R. 5429, a bill to open the coastal plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil drilling.

One year ago today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Castle-DeGette Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act (H.R. 810) with broad bi-partisan support. This bill would override President Bush's August 9, 2001 decision to limit federal funding of embryonic stem cell research.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding her vote against the Republican's FY 2007 Budget Resolution.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted against the Forests Emergency Recovery and Research Act (H.R. 4200).

Today, more than 240 Members of Congress sent a letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services Michael Leavitt in support of new technology that will improve the lives of millions of Americans who suffer from diabetes.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) responded to President Bush's call for National Guard troops to be used to secure our borders.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) responded to the revelation that the National Security Agency (NSA) has been secretly collecting the phone records of millions of Americans

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding the revelation that the National Security Agency (NSA) has been secretly collecting the phone records of millions of Americans.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding her vote against the $69 billion tax package (H.R. 4297).

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding her vote against the Republican bill to authorize the U.S. Department of Transportation to study new corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars.

This week, Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO), Michael N. Castle (R-DE), Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-D) and J.D. Hayworth (R-AZ) introduced H.R. 5225 the Diabetes Prevention Access and Care Act of 2006, a bill to promote diabetes research, treatment, and education in minority populations.

Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today applauded the Senate Democratic leadership's call for Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist (R-TN) to bring the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act to the Floor for debate.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) issued the following statement regarding her vote against H.R. 4975, the so-called Lobbying Accountability Act.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding immigration rallies being held nationwide.

Today, Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Ed Markey (D-MA) introduced a bill to repeal $2.734 billion in tax cuts and subsidies contained in the Energy Policy Act of 2005. Their bill follows through on President Bush's call to Congress to repeal "unnecessary tax breaks" to energy companies.

Today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) will offer an amendment that will require internet service providers to retain information about subscribers for at least one year. This amendment will be offered as the full House Energy and Commerce Committee marks up the Communications Opportunity, Promotion, and Enhancement Act of 2006.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced that Denver School of the Arts senior Karl Poulson won the 2006 First District Congressional Arts Competition. As part of the award, Mr. Poulson's "Piercing the Façade," a self portrait painting, will be displayed in the Cannon Tunnel of the United States Capitol in Washington, DC. He will also accompany Rep. DeGette to a special reception this summer in the nation's capital.

Today, Representatives DeGette, Markey and Solis blasted President George W. Bush and the Republican's for six years of failure on energy policy.

Oil prices reached a record high today of more than $70 a barrel, helping push gas prices in Denver to $2.69 per gallon, a .33 cent jump over last month. The nationwide average is now more than $2.78 per gallon, a jump of more than 31 cents over last month.

"We find ourselves in an unusual position. The members of this committee, having jurisdiction over telecommunications and the Internet, usually jump at the opportunity to extol the wonders of the web. The Internet has been one of the most incredible creations of the last century. At the beginning of the new millennium we look to a future of untold promise and new innovation that we can't even imagine today.

In the wake of new reports of record-high gas prices and surging profits for energy companies, Representatives Edward J. Markey (D-MA), Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT) and Diana DeGette (D-CO) called for a re-examination of Republican energy policies and urged passage of the "Royalty Relief for American Consumers Act of 2006" to revoke billions of dollars in royalty relief handouts to big energy companies.

"I fully support real campaign finance reform, which is why I voted against this bill.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement in response to the United States Mint proposed settlement of the sex discrimination, harassment, and retaliation complaint filed by its female employees

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement in response to the Bush Administration's announcement of a thirty day extension to the comment period on their proposal to sell up to 300,000 acres of public land.

Federal funding for healthcare workforce development and education should not be cut to balance the nation's budget, according to U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Charlie Norwood, DDS (R-GA), and 188 other House members who signed a letter submitted to House leaders of both parties today.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), released the following statement today on the renewal of the Patriot Act:

DeGette Urges High Level of Scrutiny to Protect our Ports

Rep. DeGette Statement on Passing of Coretta Scott King

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement in response to President George Bush's State of the Union speech on Tuesday night:

Today, Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted for H.R. 4, the Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act, which requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate with pharmaceutical companies for lower drug prices.

Delaware Congressman Mike Castle and Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today praised the passage of H.R. 2520, the "Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act of 2005." However, they emphasized that the legislation is absolutely not a replacement for H.R. 810, "The Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005," which Castle and DeGette co-sponsored and passed in the House of Representatives in May on a vote of 238 to 194. The world's leading scientists believe embryonic stem cells are the greatest medical hope for the 21st century.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today accused the Republican majority of playing to people's worst fears about immigration instead of working on true immigration reform.

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) slammed GOP leadership and the Republican controlled Congress for enacting yet another round of tax breaks for the wealthy few, at the expense of middle class families.

US Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced she has secured over $90 million dollars for critical transportation projects in the 1st Congressional district, including funding for the TREX project in Southeast Denver, the West Corridor Light Rail Project, 56th and Quebec improvements as well as monies statewide for buses and other transportation projects.

Amid frantic scurrying by House Republican to find enough votes to pass their deficit-exploding budget plan, Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) charged that the GOP leadership was sacrificing America's future in order to pay for tax cuts for the wealthy:

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) questioned Republican's financial acumen based on their proposal, as part of the 2005 budget reconciliation plan, to sell valuable public lands to mining, real estate and oil and gas companies for far less than actual worth.

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-1), a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, released the following statement regarding President Bush's announcement that he will release the administration's avian flu pandemic response plan tomorrow:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the recommendations of the President's tax reform panel:

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement regarding the five-count indictment against Vice President Dick Cheney's Chief of Staff, Lewis "Scooter" Libby:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today voted for a proposal that seeks the repeal of the Base Realignment and Closure Commission's (BRAC) 2005 base closure recommendations. These recommendations included the closure of the Denver Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) site despite its receiving the top rating in the Pentagon's evaluation of such facilities.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, helped lead the fight against a Republican plan to slash Medicaid funding to pay for the Bush tax cuts for the wealthy. The so-called Medicaid reforms were considered by the committee as part of a broader budget plan that would cut critical services for working and middle class families to pay for tax cuts.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, will introduce an amendment during the markup of the Medicaid portion of budget reconciliation tomorrow to increase demand for flu vaccines by eliminating co-pays for Medicaid recipients. This would expand the domestic market for the flu vaccine, providing incentive for manufacturers to increase vaccine production in the United States and the ability to quickly ramp up production of an avian flu vaccine if that becomes necessary.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) strongly opposed a House Republican plan to ban non-profit organizations that receive federal funds to build affordable housing from participating in any voter registration efforts, even if it is strictly non-partisan. The bill would also prevent groups that provide a variety of services, including faith-based organizations like Catholic Charities, from receiving any federal assistance to build affordable housing.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement in the wake of the death of 2,000th American soldier in Iraq since the 2003 invasion:

US Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) proudly sponsored a measure awarding the highly-decorated Tuskegee Airmen Congressional Gold Medals for their service during World War II and leadership in the fight for civil rights in the United States.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) warned Colorado consumers that today's Labor Department report that inflation soared in September is a preview of potentially worse news to come.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), author of H.R. 810 the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act with Rep. Mike Castle (R-DE), trumpeted a study by the Genetics and Public Policy Center at Johns Hopkins University that found strong support for embryonic stem cell research across ideology, religion and political affiliation.

U.S Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, strongly criticized the so-called "Gasoline for America's Security Act of 2005," H.R. 3893. After appearing to be headed for defeat, the bill passed the House today by the narrowest of margins, 212-210. Republican leadership was successful only after holding the vote open for an unusual 40 minutes in an effort to browbeat GOP members who originally opposed the proposal.

Concerned that the United States is not prepared for a possible avian flu pandemic, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced she was sponsoring the "Attacking Viral Influenza Across Nations Act of 2005." The bill outlines specific steps for the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to take to ready the nation for a possible public health emergency.

Reacting to the news that the University of Wisconsin will become home to the United States' first national stem cell bank, Representatives Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO), the House leaders on embryonic stem cell research, today said that while this national bank will help ease access for scientists and ensure important research projects will move forward, it will not solve the nation's real problem of advancing research rapidly.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the nomination of Harriet Miers to the Supreme Court:

In the wake of the slow and disorganized federal government response to Hurricane Katrina, U.S. Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Bart Stupak (D-MI) called on Rep. Ed Whitfield (R-KY), chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation, to hold a hearing into the federal government's readiness to respond to an avian flu pandemic.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) introduced an amendment today to reduce the natural gas crunch that is expected to increase prices by an average of 52 percent this winter. The plan, which will be considered today by the House Energy and Commerce Committee, would create a market-based system to promote the use of renewable energy by electric utility companies.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) sponsored a plan, H.R.3763, the Fair Wages for Hurricane Victims Act, to protect the ability of victims of Hurricane Katrina to earn fair wages. The move came in response to the Bush Administration's suspension of prevailing wage protections in the areas impacted by the hurricane. These protections require companies receiving federal funds to pay its employees the prevailing - union or non-union - wage for similar work in that locality.

In a letter to Colorado Attorney General John Suthers, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) called for a state investigation into whether price gouging was a contributing factor in the rapid rise of gas prices in Colorado following the Hurricane Katrina disaster.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced that she has secured $27 million for the purchase of light rail vehicles and design work for the TREX Project in Southeast Denver.

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement regarding the removal of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Director Michael Brown from management of the Hurricane Katrina relief effort:

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01), a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, released the following prepared opening statement for her committee's hearing today into the federal response to Hurricane Katrina and the hurricane's impact on gas prices:

In the wake of the federal government's inadequate emergency response to Hurricane Katrina, U.S. Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO) and John Dingell (D-MI) today introduced legislation to restore the independence of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) by removing it from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement on President Bush's nomination of John Roberts to serve as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States

DENVER, CO - U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the response to Hurricane Katrina:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement on the decision by the Base Closure and Realignment Commission (BRAC) to close the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) in the Buckley Air Force Base Annex on the former Lowry Air Force Base:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette released the following statement on the federal government's announcement of a change in fuel efficiency standards for light trucks and SUVs:

US Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on recent important developments in stem cell research:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following prepared remarks provided to the Base Realignment and Closure Commission (BRAC) hearing held today in Monterrey, California concerning the future of the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Denver facility, located in the First Congressional District:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the Base Realignment and Closure Commission's visit to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service Annex in Denver:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), co-author of H.R. 810, the Castle-DeGette Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act that passed the House in May and is now awaiting consideration in the Senate, released the following statement on Senator Bill Frist's (R-TN) announcement this morning that he supports expansion of federal funding for embryonic stem cell research:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced that she has secured $94 million for critical transportation and infrastructure projects in the 1st Congressional District as part of the federal transportation funding package. Most importantly, Rep. DeGette was able to get $50 million for the Denver Union Station intermodal transportation hub and have it named a project of National and Regional Significance.

With the United States at war in the Middle East, Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) voted against the Energy Bill, warning that it did far too little to reduce America's dangerous dependence on foreign oil. She released the following statement:

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01), a strong proponent of free and fair trade, announced her opposition to the Central American Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) in its current form.

US Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) earned a 100 percent rating from the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda (NHLA) for her ongoing commitment to civil rights, health care and economic issues impacting the Hispanic community.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) strongly supported a Democratic proposal today to provide small business owners with the resources to give health care coverage to their employees. The legislation was offered as an alternative to the association health plans (AHP) pushed by the House leadership and insurance trade associations

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette released the following statement in opposition to making the Patriot Act permanent

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the Base Realignment and Closure Commission's reevaluation of the status of the Defense Finance and Accounting Service Annex at Buckley Air Force Base:

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement on President Bush's nomination of John Roberts to the Supreme Court of the United States:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today called on the government and manufacturers to improve oversight of children's medical devices. This comes in the wake of an Institute of Medicine (IOM) report, requested by Rep. DeGette, that found the monitoring and public reporting of children's medical devices was inadequate to ensure that the devices safe and used appropriately.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today called on the government and manufacturers to improve oversight of children's medical devices. This comes in the wake of an Institute of Medicine (IOM) report, requested by Rep. DeGette, that found the monitoring and public reporting of children's medical devices was inadequate to ensure that the devices safe and used appropriately.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today announced $18 million for important wildlife habitat, recreation, and stream improvements along the South Platte River in Central Denver and the authority to store more water at Chatfield Reservoir to help address future Front Range water needs.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on today's attacks in London.

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) joined all 205 of her Democratic colleagues in the House of Representatives, and 1 Independent in calling on President George W. Bush to provide $1 billion in funding for veterans' health care to cover a budget shortfall that the Administration identified last week.

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) today released the following statement regarding President George W. Bush's address to the nation on the war in Iraq:

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) today called on White House Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove to apologize for the shameful and scurrilous remarks he made on June 22 in New York City:

As the President continues his campaign to privatize Social Security, Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette announced she will hold an online town hall to answer constituents' questions about this critical retirement program on June 21, 2005 from 12 P.M. to 1 P.M. Mountain Time.

Working to seize the opportunity to change the federal embryonic stem cell policy in the wake of passage last night of H.R. 810, The Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, Representatives Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO), authors of the legislation, today urged swift Senate approval.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following prepared statement on H.R. 810, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act authored by Rep. DeGette:

Behind the near-unanimous support of Democrats, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed HR 810, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, authored by U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO). The legislation will expand the number of embryonic stem cell lines eligible for federal research funding through the National Institutes of Health by removing the arbitrary August 9, 2001 date and impose strict ethical controls on the research.

U.S. Representatives Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO), co-authors of H.R. 810 the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, released the following statements regarding President George W. Bush's remarks today on stem cell research:

U.S. Representatives Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced that they have 200 co-sponsors and the support of over 200 patient, scientist and medical research groups for their proposal to expand federal support for stem cell research, (H.R. 810, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act).

In a written response to a letter from U.S. Representatives Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO) released today, National Institutes of Health Director Elias Zerhouni acknowledged the scientific benefit of expanding the policy.

US Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following remarks at a ceremony in the Old Supreme Court Chambers of the Colorado State Capitol recognizing the military service and contribution of 97 year old World War II veteran and Denver resident Mrs. Lena Gibbons:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (CO-01) released the following statement regarding the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announcement that it will close field offices in Denver and Kansas City and will eliminate some staff positions:

The immigration process can be intimidating and confusing. That is why U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) is sponsoring a public forum to discuss immigration issues on May 9th from 10 to 11:30 AM at the Rude Recreation Center, 2855 W. Holden Place in Denver.

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) sharply criticized the Republican leadership for passing an Energy Bill that fails to address the rising gas prices Americans face today or make the nation more energy independent.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced that Adilene Marquez, a senior at Abraham Lincoln High School, won the 2005 First District Congressional Arts Competition. As part of the award, Adilene's computer generated piece, "Opened Door," will be displayed in the Cannon Tunnel of the United States Capitol in Washington, DC. She will also accompany Rep. DeGette to a special reception this June in the nation's capital.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced today that she and her colleague, Rep. Earl Pomeroy (D-ND), have challenged each other to a friendly wager on the outcome of the NCAA Division I hockey national championship game between the University of Denver and the University of North Dakota scheduled for this Saturday in Columbus, Ohio.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding a plan she will introduce next week to help consumers by requiring auto manufactures to increase fuel efficiency for all cars, trucks and SUVs to 33 miles per gallon:

On April 6, 2005, House Energy and Commerce Committee approved a plan by U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) requiring Congress to purchase office equipment and appliances that meets or exceeds the Energy Star energy efficiency standards. It will be included in the 2005 Energy Bill.

U.S. Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Raul Grijalva (D-AZ) formally requested the House Government Reform Committee to investigate recent incidents in which American citizens were denied entrance to or were removed from taxpayer-funded Presidential events open to the public because of their political beliefs. They released the following letter to Government Reform Committee Chairman Tom Davis (R-VA) and Ranking Member Rep. Henry Waxman (D-CA):

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) held a Social Security town hall meeting on March 23 with a standing room only audience of over 100 seniors and students at the University of Denver (DU). The event took place two days after President George W. Bush visited Denver to discuss his proposal to privatize Social Security.

Following a roundtable with students and seniors on Social Security at the University of Denver today, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on a new report by the Social Security Trustees that the program will be able to pay full benefits to Americans through 2041:

Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) fought to restore financial responsibility to the nation's budget today by supporting the Democratic budget - and voting against the Republican's budget proposal - in the House of Representatives. The Republican budget passed, however, 218-214.

WASHINGTON, DC: Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding President George W. Bush's press conference remarks on Social Security today:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) called for bipartisan action to regulate information brokers during a hearing on the ChoicePoint data theft in the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced that she has secured $16 million for critical transportation and infrastructure projects in the 1st Congressional District as part of the federal transportation funding package. The proposal also includes $80 million in continued funding for T-REX, which is on time and under budget.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) introduced a proposal to strengthen Hispanic-Serving Institutions, colleges and universities which serve a large percentage of Hispanic students.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (CO-01) announced the schedule for 2005 community office hours in Englewood, Southwest Denver and Northeast Denver each month. This is part of a continuing program by Rep. DeGette to make it as easy as possible for busy constituents to get advice and assistance from her office. The community office hours are:

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after introducing the bipartisan Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act (HR 810) today with Rep. Mike Castle (R-DE):

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) criticized a Republican immigration plan as an effort to use the tragic events of 9/11 to justify unrelated limitations on refugees' ability to seek asylum in the United States.

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) warned that Americans should pay attention to the White House's admission that their Medicare prescription drug plan will cost more than $720 billion, far more than the $400 billion price tag originally promised by the Bush Administration, when they consider the President's Social Security plan. The Bush Administration is already estimating that Social Security privatization will cost $754 billion over the next decade:

DENVER, CO - Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) sharply criticized President George Bush's budget, which was sent to Congress today, saying it was a reflection of four years of wrong priorities by this administration:

U.S. Reps. Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following letter sent to President George W. Bush asking regarding his comments on stem cell research during his State of the Union Address on Wednesday, February 2:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (CO-01) held her annual Hispanic Leadership Roundtable this week to talk about issues of importance to the 1st District's Hispanic community with local community and business leaders.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) is seeking submissions for the "An Artistic Discovery" annual Congressional High School Arts Competition from eligible students from the 1st Congressional District of Colorado.

Democratic Chief Deputy Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) sharply criticized President George W. Bush for grossly distorting the Social Security system's financial health. She urged him to work with Congressional Democrats to develop a bipartisan plan to modernize Social Security for the 21st Century:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (CO-01) called on the Department of Veterans Affairs to bring the Denver Veterans Army Medical Center up to modern standards in the wake of Veterans Affairs Secretary Anthony Principi's announcement that the facility will not move to a new location at Fitzsimmons.

Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer (D-MD) promoted U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) to Chief Deputy Whip on January 3, 2005

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette's (CO-01) Washington, DC office has moved to 1527 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515. The Washington office phone number remains 202-225-4431

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced her support for 9/11 Bill, describing it as an important step in strengthening our nation's security. The House voted overwhelmingly to pass this proposal December 7.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO), a member of the Health Subcommittee, released the following statement regarding the resignation of U.S. Department of Health and Human Service Secretary Tommy Thompson:

In the final act of the lame duck 108th Congress, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) opposed a massive spending proposal to make up for the House's failure to pass all of the 13 funding bills this year. She released the following statement:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the BLM's draft plan for energy exploration on the Roan Plateau:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, in a letter sent to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman William Donaldson, strongly urged the SEC to reject a proposal by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) that would significantly undermine corporate accountability.

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted for the House to adopt the bi-partisan Senate intelligence reform proposal, which passed that chamber 96-2, and strongly opposed a weak alternative plan pushed by the House Republican leadership.

The U.S. House of Representatives today gave hope to more than 1 million Americans living with juvenile diabetes when it passed a proposal authored by U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) to significantly improve patients' access to islet cell transplantation, a critical new treatment for this disease.

The following are the remarks made by Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) in opposition to the Federal Marriage Amendment to the Constitution, which was debated in the House of Representatives today:

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following remarks requesting House Armed Services Committee Chairman Duncan Hunter investigate allegations that military officers were using coercive tactics to get Iraq war veterans to reenlist in the army:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (CO-01) announced today that the US Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded a $2.88 million grant to Denver for the reconstruction of the Broadway Bridge.

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) blasted the Bush Administration and Republican leaders in the House of Representatives for crassly putting political calculation ahead of national security by allowing the Assault Weapons Ban to expire on September 13.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following prepared remarks for the 7th Annual Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Transportation Summit:

With the third anniversary of President George W. Bush's policy that severely limits federal support of embryonic stem cell research only days away, U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) strongly urged House Speaker Dennis Hastert (R-IL) and Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX) to allow the House to consider her legislation providing increased funding for this critical medical research.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the release of the 9-11 Commission report today:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) blasted Rep. John Hostettler's proposal to ban the federal judiciary from hearing cases concerning the Defense of Marriage Act as an unprecedented assault on the judiciary

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement after visiting Los Alamos National Laboratory today and meeting with top laboratory officials concerning recent allegations of security breaches:

U.S. Representatives Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO), authors of H.R. 4682, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act and architects of the bipartisan letter urging President Bush to expand his stem cell policy, today called the Administration's plans to create a national stem cell bank a positive step but stops short of providing researchers the full federal support they need. "The idea of creating a national

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) sharply criticized Republican leadership efforts to force the U.S. Congress to vote on a Constitutional amendment on marriage this week.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today called on President George W. Bush to keep his campaign promise that he would not overturn the federal roadless rule protecting our national forests:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following prepared statement for the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation hearing into hospital billing and collection practices

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following prepared statement at a press conference today to announce the introduction of legislation she is sponsoring with Rep. Michael Castle (R-DE) to expand federal support for stem cell research:

U.S. Representatives Mike Castle (R-DE) and Diana DeGette (D-CO) today introduced the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, bipartisan legislation to expand federal support for stem cell research.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following opening statement for the third hearing into conflicts of interest and the National Institutes of Health:

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) warned that a new report that found 56 percent of non-elderly Hispanics in Colorado were uninsured for at least part of 2002-2003 showed Colorado faced an even greater health care crisis than previously thought.

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO), joined by U.S. Representatives Christopher Shays (R-CT) and Maurice Hinchey (D-NY), today called on Interior Secretary Gale Norton to stop issuing drilling permits on America's last wild public lands until dormant permits are utilized.

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted against the fiscally reckless Republican budget plan that barely passed the GOP-controlled U.S. House of Representatives 216-213 late the evening of May 19.

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) voted against the fiscally reckless Republican budget plan that barely passed the GOP-controlled U.S. House of Representatives 216-213 late the evening of May 19.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) criticized the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) decision to sell energy exploration leases for two areas of land included in The Colorado Wilderness Act of 2003. Three additional wilderness areas originally slated for lease sales today were withdrawn by the BLM, but may become available for bid in the future.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement regarding the murder of Nicholas Berg:

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) today called on Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld to resign his post for the good of the nation.

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) sharply criticized the Administration and military's response to reports of American abuse of Iraqi prisoners:

The U.S. House of Representatives today honored the University of Denver for winning its 6th National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) men's hockey championship.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO)released the following prepared statement regarding Bureau of Land Management's oil and gas lease sale of Colorado wild lands

In prepared remarks, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) today urged President Bush to revise his Administration's restrictive stem cell policy, which is having a chilling effect on research in the United States:

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the 56th anniversary of the creation of Israel:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) awarded Denver a $4.6 million grant for the reconstruction of the Broadway Bridge.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO), the co-Chair of the Bi-partisan Pro-Choice Caucus, released the following prepared statement regarding the introduction of the Putting Prevention First Act:

U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) blasted Governor Bill Owens and President George Bush for gutting environmental protections that were improving air quality in the Colorado. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that nine Colorado counties, including Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson, completely or partially failed to meet air quality standards.

The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that Denver received three of the six new long distance flights of over 1,250 miles being added to Washington National Airport. Frontier Airlines was awarded two of the new, direct flights from the Nation's Capital to Denver International Airport (DIA), with United Airlines winning the additional fight. The new flights from National Airport mark the first expansion of service for the airport since 2000.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement concerning her proposal to eliminate toxic flame-retardants known as PBDEs:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement for the Environmental Protection Agency public hearing in Denver on proposed changes to the Utility Mercury Reductions Rule:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) backed the fiscally conservative Blue Dog alternative budget in a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives today. The Blue Dog alternative cuts the federal deficit in half in two years and restores a surplus to the budget by 2012.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) visited Teller Elementary School on March 1 to help second graders celebrate the 100th birthday of Dr. Seuss. Enijha Alexander, a second grader at the school, invited Rep. DeGette to join the school's celebration

U.S Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following opening statement for the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee hearing into NCAA athlete recruiting practices:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement concerning allegations of misconduct in the University of Colorado football program's recruiting tactics:

The American Wilderness Coalition (AWC) awarded U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette an A+ for her 2003 voting record on critical environmental issues. Rep. DeGette was one of only two members of the Colorado delegation to receive passing grades and one of only 16 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives to receive perfect scores in the 2004 Wilderness Report Card.

U.S. Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), who are leading a coalition of Members in the U.S. House of Representatives to protect the sanctity of the U.S. Constitution, strongly denounced President George W. Bush's support for an amendment to the U.S. Constitution permanently banning millions of Americans from receiving equal protection under the laws of the United States.

A new study requested by Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) found that an estimated 14,900 Colorado veterans would lose or be forced out of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care programs under President Bush's proposed 2005 budget.

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following prepared statement for the Saturday, February 14, Denver rally in defense of the Constitution and against efforts to pass a federal amendment preventing states from passing their own laws concerning same-sex marriages:

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U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) today announced the selection of Denver resident Cathy Atkins as a recipient of a prestigious fellowship from the Fannie Mae Foundation. Atkins, who was recognized for her commitment and accomplishments in the field of affordable housing, will attend an intensive, three-week course at Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government. The Foundation's program is designed to enhance leadership skills, develop new management techniques, and cultivate relationships among public-sector colleagues.

As Coloradoans recover from a very serious flu season, compounded by fears about the limited supply of flu vaccinations, U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) sponsored legislation introduced in the House today by Rep. Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) to ensure that such a situation does not occur again. The Flu Protection Act of 2004 would prevent future shortages by removing economic disincentives currently facing vaccine manufacturers, promoting greater public awareness of the importance of flu vaccines, and supporting additional research and development to improve the method and decrease the time involved for vaccine production. The proposal is sponsored in the Senate by U.S. Senators Evan Bayh (D-IN), Larry Craig (R-ID), Mary Landrieu (D-LA), and Dick Durbin (D-IL).

As President Bush prepares to submit his budget to Congress on Monday, February 2, Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) called on the President and Republicans in Congress to keep their word to the children and parents of Colorado and fully fund the No Child Left Behind Act. Since the signing of this bipartisan education reform act two years ago, the President has proposed about $17 billion less for education than was promised in the legislation, shortchanging millions of the Colorado's children.

DeGETTE: KAY REVELATIONS "DEEPLY DISTURBING"

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (CO-01) announced that she is expanding her office's regular schedule of Community Office Hours to add locations in Southwest Denver and Northeast Denver to the regular hours already held in Englewood. Constituent caseworkers from Rep. DeGette's Denver office will staff the regular Community Office Hours, which will be held the first Wednesday of every month. Office hours are as follows:

The Leadership Conference on Civil Rights (LCRC), one of the nation's pre-eminent civil rights organizations, gave Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (CO-01) a 100 percent rating for her votes on civil liberties and civil rights issues for the 2003. Rep. DeGette was the only member of the Colorado delegation to receive a perfect score on issues the organization rated as important for the first session of the 108th Congress

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette, Democratic Floor Whip and senior Democrat in the Colorado Congressional delegation, released the following statement regarding President Bush's State of the Union address:

U.S. Representative Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on the death of Sylvia Clark, former president of Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains:

Democratic Floor Whip Diana DeGette (D-CO) released the following statement on President Bush's new immigration proposal