What Emanuel Cleaver said, and what was done

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Prairie View A&M University as it celebrates its 150th anniversary. Since its founding, this university has served countless individuals, bringing its historic legacy, academic excellence and enduring service to the nation.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today as the proud co-chair of the Defend the 14th Amendment Task Force because I believe in one simple truth: The 14th Amendment is now under siege.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the inspiring resilience and perseverance of my constituent Liliana Haggerty. At just 14 years old, Liliana was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, a type of blood cancer that spread through her lymphatic system.”

“Mr. Speaker, as Chairman Flood has previously stated, bipartisanship is more than just a policy. A genuinely bipartisan effort is defined not only by the substance of the policy but also by the process that meaningfully incorporates input from both parties.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the revision of H.R. 6644, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act introduced by Chairman Hill, Ranking Member Waters, Chairman Flood, and myself.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate and honor Chief Charles lseman, who has dedicated more than 35 years of service to the City of Grandview as a police officer.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a towering figure in the history of Kansas City, Missouri, and in the life of Missouri's Fifth Congressional District, Mr. Alvin Brooks, on the occasion of the 300th consecutive meeting of the Alvin Brooks Wednesday night Black men's chats.”

“Today, as we recognize this historic man, this giant of a man, his legacy of resilience and courage and service without ego will continue. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Mr.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate and honor Kansas City's very own ``Hollywood Cowboy,'' Nathaniel ``Rex'' Purefoy, who has dedicated his life to preserving the legacy and culture of African American cowboys through performances and storytelling.”

“Mr. Speaker, I thank Mrs. Beatty for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 6644, also known as the Housing for the 21st Century Act.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with immense sorrow along with Missouri's 5th Congressional District, to commemorate the life and legacy of a great Kansas Citian, Ms. Alice Kitchen.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to commemorate the life of James ``Jim'' Neil Crain and recognize him for the excellent work and impact he had on the Grandview community.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Dina Bennett, Director and visionary of the American Jazz Museum (AJM), as she bids farewell to the iconic institution and transitions to new professional ambitions.”

“Mr. Speaker, as I sat on the bed this morning, trying to get up, I received a phone call to tell me that Congressman Bill Clay had just passed.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the City of Raytown as it celebrates the 75th anniversary of its incorporation as a city. Finding its foundations as a crossroads for road-weary travelers, this city remains one of the warmest and most welcoming communities in my district.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the remarkable life and legacy of Miss Willa Robinson, the founder and steward of Willa's Books & Vinyl, a cultural cornerstone that has stood for 30 years as a beacon of knowledge, dignity, and Black heritage in Kansas City, Missouri.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Literacy KC, Kansas City's only adult-focused literacy organization, for their exceptional work challenging illiteracy in Missouri's Fifth Congressional District. For forty years, Literacy KC has ceaselessly pursued its mission of promoting literacy for all and has empowered thousands of low-literate individuals through the organization's direct services, advocacy work, and community collaboration initiatives.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Carter Broadcast Group (CBG), a pillar of Black music and culture in the Kansas City metropolitan area, and the oldest Black-owned and family-operated radio broadcast company in the United States.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a steadfast leader, a tireless advocate, and a committed public servant, Mr. Reginald L. Thomas, who has dedicated his time to improving the lives of workers in Missouri's Fifth Congressional District and throughout the state.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a deep sense of gratitude for the opportunity to recognize a great Missourian, Mr. Gerard Joseph Grimaldi, for his exemplary personal and professional accomplishments as he begins his next chapter of life, enjoying retirement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the service and accomplishments completed by Colonel Reginald L. Bassa, Sr. Colonel Bassa dedicated his life to service on behalf of the United States, with an extensive career of thirty years.”