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Floor SpeechNeutral2026-04-22

PERSONAL EXPLANATION

James R. Baird
James R. Baird
RIN-4 · Representative
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On 2026-04-22, Representative James R. Baird (R-IN-4) delivered a floor speech titled "PERSONAL EXPLANATION" in the House. It referenced legislation including HR1681, HR5200.

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PERSONAL EXPLANATION

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 71 (Wednesday, April 22, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 71 (Wednesday, April 22, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E353-E354] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. JAMES R. BAIRD of indiana in the house of representatives Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Mr. BAIRD. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, April 20, 2026, I was unable to cast my vote due to family obligations in Indiana. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 125, Passage of H.R. 1681, and YEA on Roll Call No. 126, Passage of H.R. 5200. [[Page E354]] ____________________

Referenced legislation: HR1681, HR5200
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