In the Armed Services Committee, we endeavored to put forth proposals that would help alleviate some of that stress, both for the troops and for their families. – John M. McHugh
One in seven Americans lives without health insurance, and that’s a truly staggering figure. – John M. McHugh
With nearly all students leaving public high school having taken some vocational education, this bill continues to provide communities with the funding necessary to give students an edge on career training. – John M. McHugh
For the freedoms our founding fathers not only dreamed about, but made into reality. It is that same pursuit of freedom today that is helping to make our world a safer place. – John M. McHugh
We have closely monitored the ups and downs of recruiting and retention trends for many years and have been quick to sound the alarm when challenges came into view. – John M. McHugh
Now that this legislation has passed the House, I look forward to the vote in the Senate that will bring us to Conference, where we can resolve any outstanding issues and make this postal reform reality – for the Postal Service and for all Americans. – John M. McHugh
Aquatic invasive species are destroying the environment, damaging fisheries, and costing American taxpayers billions of dollars annually. – John M. McHugh
The men and women of our armed forces played an instrumental role in the election process – securing polling sites and providing security – that allowed so many Iraqis the opportunity to vote freely for the first time ever. – John M. McHugh
In providing this $5,000 tax credit for those purchasing rural homes, we’re offering an important incentive to encourage people to live in smaller communities – and perhaps even stay in a community they might be considering leaving. – John M. McHugh
Postal service of today is far removed from that of 30 years ago when reform was last enacted. – John M. McHugh
We have already seen evidence that, notwithstanding the addition of substantial resources, we are experiencing great stress in recruiting and not inconsequential retention problems. – John M. McHugh
Since far fewer people are recruited to serve in a voluntary military, the connection between America and its military is increasingly tenuous and less personal. – John M. McHugh
Throughout the history of our young nation, we have seen our military go bravely into battle, armed with courage and willing to make the ultimate sacrifice. – John M. McHugh
The study also included the disturbing revelation that most of the troops who reported having mental health problems also reported that they did not seek or did not receive care for their problems. – John M. McHugh
But the fact is, Mr. Chairman, for all the challenges the Postal Service of the 21st century faces, it still retains its traditional place as a key cog in how American businesses conduct their affairs and how Americans all across this land communicate. – John M. McHugh
My hope is that we continue to do an even better job in terms of our nation’s energy policy, so that we may even further reduce our reliance on foreign sources of oil and take better care of our environment in the process. – John M. McHugh
As one of the voices of rural New Yorkers in Congress, I am committed to supporting efforts such as these that will make a real impact in people’s lives. – John M. McHugh
One only has to look at the performance of the economy to understand how it shapes the perspective of America’s youth about military service. – John M. McHugh
Last month, the Iraqi people went to the polls, voting in their first free election in more than 50 years. – John M. McHugh
As long as we’re dependent on those fossil fuels, we’re dependent on the Middle East. If we are not victims, we’re certainly captives. – John M. McHugh
Unlike then, the mail stream of today has diminished by such things as e-mails and faxes and cell phones and text messages, largely electronic means of communication that replace mail. – John M. McHugh
Americans have an expectation that the Postal Service will abide by its well-known, although unofficial, motto – a commitment to deliver. – John M. McHugh
The more we focus on using renewable fuels, the less we are dependent upon foreign oil. – John M. McHugh
As America celebrates Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who have given their lives in our nation’s wars. – John M. McHugh
