I spoke on the House Floor today urging Republicans to work with Democrats towards a balanced, bipartisan solution to avoid the upcoming fiscal cliff. http://1.usa.gov/PbIDpS

Report released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows that the poverty rate is falling. Additionally the 1.3 million more Americans with health insurance coverage indicates that the Affordable Care Act is working. However, the growing income gap is a reminder of the economic challenges facing our middle class, and the need for comprehensive jobs legislation like the Make It In America plan. http://1.usa.gov/Q2Jl81

Today’s schedule: Only six days left in session in September and Republicans are still refusing to take up legislation that would create jobs, extend middle class tax cuts, or provide a Farm Bill with drought relief for our nation’s farmers. http://1.usa.gov/QjwOxs

I am saddened to learn of the death of Ambassador Christopher Stevens and three other American personnel in Libya. Today we pause to honor these fallen American heroes, commend all Americans serving our country overseas, and condemn those who carried out this heinous attack. http://1.usa.gov/TSnUKJ

The American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act, a key component of House Democrats’ Make It In America plan, will keep American manufacturing competitive through national strategies. http://1.usa.gov/PoI0vd

I spoke on CNBC’s “Closing Bell" this afternoon about the need for Congress to reach a balanced, bipartisan agreement to prevent the upcoming fiscal cliff. http://1.usa.gov/PoxSm5

Today’s schedule: Republican haven’t scheduled votes on critical legislation, including a comprehensive jobs package, extending the middle class tax cuts, or a Farm Bill. http://1.usa.gov/QhdeSz

On this solemn anniversary of September 11, 2001, we must never forget those who lost their lives, and renew our commitment to keeping America safe, strong, and united. http://1.usa.gov/TNw6f7

Report released today by the Department of Health and Human Services shows that consumers have saved $2.1 billion on health insurance premiums through health care reform. This is one more piece of evidence that the Affordable Care Act is benefiting millions of Americans by lowering the cost of care and putting patients first. http://1.usa.gov/SAthR3

I’m pleased the House passed a bill today moving the District of Columbia’s statue of Frederick Douglass, who was born in Maryland, into the U.S. Capitol to be on display. http://1.usa.gov/RzlZLG

For the 30th month straight, our economy continued to add private sector jobs in August. While this shows our economic recovery is moving forward, we have more work to do. It’s time for House Republicans to stop blocking Democrats’ Make It In America jobs plan that would create jobs and provide opportunities for the middle class. http://1.usa.gov/UxCzKF

September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to acknowledge the families, professionals, communities, and children fighting pediatric cancer. http://bit.ly/RCZt3B

I applaud today’s ruling against the Texas voter ID law that would make it more difficult for citizens to exercise their right to vote. Protecting that right is critical, which is why the House should pass the Voter Empowerment Act to modernize voter registration and ensure equal access to the ballot: http://1.usa.gov/NZu0co