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I took part in a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on the Capitol steps this morning. Video of members singing God Bless America:

Please see my video update for a recap of legislative activity in the second session of the 112th Congress.

We have all had a teacher that made a difference in our lives. May 7-11 was Teacher Appreciation Week, a perfect opportunity to thank our teachers for all they do for us.

May was Military Appreciation Month. Please join me in thanking our troops and veterans – and their families - for their dedicated service to our nation.

My opening remarks on the House floor in debate on the conference report for H.R. 658, the FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act

More of my remarks on the House floor during debate on the conference report for H.R. 658, the FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act

My floor speech honoring Gen. Duncan McNabb, retiring as Commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, headquartered at Scott Air Force Base.

My opening remarks at the Aviation Subcommittee Hearing on the need for a new pilot flight and duty time rule.

August 19, 2010 -- I addressed the crowd at MidAmerica Airport event, announcing that Boeing will open a new manufacturing facility at MidAmerica.

My floor speech in support of H.R. 5114, the Flood Insurance Reform Priorities Act of 2010.

My opening remarks at the Aviation Subcommittee Hearing on the United-Continental Merger.

My floor speech in support of H.R. 5611, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2010.

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My floor speech introducing and urging passage of H.R. 3371, The Airline Safety and Pilot Training Improvement Act of 2009.

My floor speech urging passage of HR 2938, legislation that would extend the deadline for construction of a hydroelectric plant at the Melvin Price lock and dam.

My floor speech introducing Mike Quigley as he takes his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, representing the 5th District of Illinois.

My floor speech in support of S. 520 which would name the United States District Courthouse in Rockford, Illinois after Stanley J. Rozkowski.

As dean of the Illinois House delegation, I was very honored to be selected to preside over the House of Representatives on January 20, 2009, as we prepared for the Inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States.

This is a continuation of House proceedings on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2009.

My floor speech in support of HR. 6061 which would name the post office at 219 East Main Street in West Frankfort, Illinois after Congressman Ken Gray (D-IL).

My floor speech in support of HR. 6327 which extends FAA programs and taxes through September 30, 2008.

My introduction of the newest member of the Illinois delegation, Congressman Bill Foster.

My floor speech in support of S. 2265, An Act to extend the existing provisions regarding the eligibility for essential air service subsidies through fiscal year 2008.

My floor speech in support of HR. 2881, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007.

My floor speech in support of overriding the President's veto of the Water Resources Development Act of 2007.