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Doris Matsui

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Party
D
State and District
California, District 5
Chamber
House
Last served
Currently in congress

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Congressional Record entries

Entry Title Date
In Recognition Of The Asian Pacific State Employees Association April 24, 2012
Doris Matsui, D-CA
"Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the California Asian Pacific State Employees Association, and their members, as they gather to raise scholarship funds for local high school students. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring this generous organization."
In Recognition Of The Sacramento African-American Art Collective March 26, 2012
Doris Matsui, D-CA
"Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the Sacramento African-American Art Collective (SAAAC), which serves to enhance cultural and artistic experiences in the Sacramento area community. SAAAC came together in 2010, and offers great opportunities for African-American artists to showcase their work in collaboration with local businesses. I ask all my colleagues to join me in honoring the artists, organizers, and businesses involved in this valuable cultural resource."
Honoring The Life Of Congressman Donald Payne March 7, 2012
Doris Matsui, D-CA
"Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember Congressman Donald Payne."
In Recognition Of The 100Th Anniversary Of The Central Valley Flood Protection Board January 31, 2012
Doris Matsui, D-CA
"Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the Central Valley Flood Protection Board as they celebrate their 100th Anniversary. It is a great pleasure to recognize the Board's long standing dedication to flood protection projects and flood management in the Central Valley. As Board members, staff and agency partners gather to celebrate this milestone, I ask all my colleagues to join me in honoring the key role the organization plays in protecting millions of Californians from a potentially devastating flood."
In Opposition Of Implications To Medical Research In H.R. 1254 December 15, 2011
Doris Matsui, D-CA
"Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bring attention to a possible unintentional consequence of H.R. 1254, the Synthetic Drug Control Act of 2011. This legislation would add two categories of synthetic drugs to the list of Schedule I controlled substances."

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