Mr. Speaker, the scientific evidence is overwhelming that embryonic stem cells have great potential to regenerate specific types of human tissues, offering hope for millions of Americans suffering from debilitating diseases. Jim Ramstad More Quotes by Jim Ramstad More Quotes From Jim Ramstad As we celebrate Recovery Month, it is time for Congress to knock down the barriers to treatment and recovery for 26 million Americans suffering the ravages of alcohol and drug addiction. Jim Ramstad funny-sarcasticrecoveryaddiction will stifle economic growth, destroy jobs, reduce revenues, and increase the deficit. Jim Ramstad economicgrowthjobs The Minnesota spirit of compassion and help for people in need has moved countless Minnesotans to step forward to provide relief for the survivors of Hurricane Katrina. Jim Ramstad reliefcompassionpeople American families, families back home in Minnesota, know only too well that out-of-pocket expenses for health care have been rising at an astonishing rate. Jim Ramstad risingpocketshome Embryonic stem cell research will prolong life, improve life and give hope for life to millions of people. Jim Ramstad cellsgivingpeople As we celebrate President Reagan's remarkable career and historic legacy, we also celebrate a man of strong character, deep conviction, unforgettable charm, and wonderful wit. Jim Ramstad strongcharactermen Reducing trade barriers with this key ally will go a long way toward increasing market access for American farmers, manufacturers and service providers. Jim Ramstad allieskeyslong Americans spend 3 billion hours per year filling out tax forms and keeping tax records. Jim Ramstad hoursrecordsyears As American taxpayers know too well, the tax code is incredibly complex and compliance is all to expensive. Jim Ramstad taxpayerstaxeswells I am pleased to launch the Friends of Thailand Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives. Jim Ramstad caucusthailandhouse I strongly support the call to greatly expand our human intelligence capability to penetrate al Qaeda and gather critical intelligence to prevent terrorist attacks on our homeland. Jim Ramstad terroristalssupport Our intelligence community needs better coordination of operations and exchange of information, and that's why we need an overall director of national intelligence and a national counterterrorism center. Jim Ramstad communitydirectorsneeds Unless we repeal the illegal Byrd amendment, American exports will be vulnerable to retaliation, and the U.S. will continue to face a difficult task convincing other countries to make their laws comply with international rules. Jim Ramstad lawfacescountry We also need to strengthen the security of our borders and ports and strictly control immigration. Jim Ramstad immigrationbordersneeds I cannot in good conscience vote for final passage of legislation that would pave the way to open the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil drilling. Jim Ramstad oilfinalsway Our nation owes a debt of gratitude to the 9/11 Commission members for their valuable service and important recommendations to improve homeland security. Jim Ramstad debtgratitudeimportant America's veterans deserve the very best health care because they've earned it. Jim Ramstad us-veteransour-veteransveterans-day In my home State of Minnesota, I have seen firsthand the importance of Byrne grants to local police in reducing crime and drugs and improving public safety. Jim Ramstad safetydrughome On this important anniversary, we must remember that while we have come a long way in eliminating barriers, critical work remains to ensure all Americans can live up to their full potential. Jim Ramstad anniversaryimportantlong Always the eternal optimist, President Reagan instilled confidence and optimism at a time both were in short supply in our country. Jim Ramstad confidenceoptimismcountry
