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Floor SpeechNeutral2026-05-21

PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRIES

James P. McGovern
James P. McGovern
DMA-2 · Representative
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On 2026-05-21, Representative James P. McGovern (D-MA-2) delivered a floor speech titled "PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRIES" in the House.

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PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRIES

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [House] [Page H3710] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PARLIAMENTARY INQUIRIES Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, can you explain to the Members of the Chamber what is happening with the Iran War Powers Resolution that was scheduled to be voted on this evening? The SPEAKER pro tempore. Does the gentleman have a parliamentary inquiry? Mr. McGOVERN. Yes. That is my parliamentary inquiry. I just want to know what has happened with the Iran War Powers Resolution. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman may consult with his leadership regarding the scheduling. Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, further parliamentary inquiry. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman will state his parliamentary inquiry. Mr. McGOVERN. Are we not voting on it because the American people are sick and tired of this illegal war that is costing tens of billions of dollars, gas prices are through the roof, and people can't afford their groceries? Is that why you are pulling it? You guys don't have the guts or the balls to vote on this. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair is prepared to move on to the next question. ____________________
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