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Floor SpeechNeutral2026-05-14

PERSONAL EXPLANATION

Elise M. Stefanik
Elise M. Stefanik
RNY-21 · Representative
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On 2026-05-14, Representative Elise M. Stefanik (R-NY-21) delivered a floor speech titled "PERSONAL EXPLANATION" in the House.

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PERSONAL EXPLANATION

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E445] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PERSONAL EXPLANATION ______ HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK of new york in the house of representatives Thursday, May 14, 2026 Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I missed votes on May 12, 2026, due to a family health issue. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll Call No. 156, and YEA on Roll Call No. 157. ____________________
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