Dan Lipinski

“The reality is that no one can be forced to join a union against their will, and a union cannot take action against those who decide not to join their union.”

“More than 70 percent of seniors are asking for more time. It is long overdue for Congress to listen and make sure that seniors have a prescription drug plan that works for them.”

“As a member of Congress, I participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program under the same rules as millions of other federal employees.”

“By coordinating with international partners on scientific issues, we strengthen the U.S. scientific enterprise and promote the free exchange of ideas in other nations.”

“Russia is a direct threat to our NATO allies in the Baltics and in Poland as well as a threat to peace and stability in the entire western world.”

“Driverless cars are coming to your street - the only question is, 'When?'”

“As we explore ways to bring price relief and bolster our country's energy independence, one significant energy source has emerged as a potential solution, hydrogen fuel cells.”

“While many federal agencies are engaged with international partners on science and technology projects, there is a need to coordinate these projects across our government network and to identify opportunities for additional beneficial collaborations.”

“It is in our national interest for Congress to act on immigration reform in a comprehensive manner.”

“Through the centuries, over 1.2 million brave men and women have given their lives for our nation.”

“Increasing cyber-physical system complexity brings security challenges as well as privacy challenges.”

“We must effectively counter Moscow's attempts at influence with American strength and resolve, certainly not with a weak approach to President Putin or with any relief from sanctions.”

“With increased growth in the U.S. population, especially in urban areas, transport bottlenecks will only become more frequent and severe.”

“Right now too much American time and resources are spent dealing with situations caused by our dependence on oil that we import from unstable countries.”

“Hydrogen holds great promise to meet many of our future energy needs, and it addresses national security and our environmental concerns. Hydrogen is the simplest, most abundant element in the universe.”

“Drilling in ANWR fails to lower energy prices today and sets no long term energy strategy for tomorrow.”

“Protection of unborn children must be a legislative priority in the 112th Congress, and I look forward to leading this bipartisan coalition of pro-life members with Chris Smith as we continue our work to protect innocent human life.”

“Programs like I-Corps get university and other federally-funded research translated more quickly into new products and new companies, creating American jobs and providing taxpayers a better return on their investment in science.”

“We all want more information available when making health care decisions for ourselves and our families.”

“The hydrogen powered car, with its high fuel mileage and zero emission rate, is just one example of the products under development that will help increase our energy independence.”