"I am proud to join Chairman Thompson and over 200 of my colleagues to demand that two bills the House passed in February to prevent gun violence are taken to the floor of the Senate for a vote immediately."

"I am hopeful that his family will accept this token as a reminder of PVT Drake’s distinguished duty to our country."

"Now, after years of inaction, Congress has finally made progress to protect hardworking Americans who planned for their retirements, forgoing pay raises to save for their futures."

"For the 64 million Americans who receive benefits, Social Security is more than just a check in the mail. It is rock-solid security."

"The changes in this bill state loudly and clearly that the federal government respects the dignity and equality of all married couples, regardless of gender or sexual orientation."

“The Trump Administration’s action today will increase hunger and hardship for close to 2 million Americans, including those who live in my state of Massachusetts, where one in nine residents currently relies on SNAP to put food on the table."