Sam Gibbons Office Departure
Rep. Gibbons, who represented the Tampa area for 34 years, talked about the process of cleaning out his office and explained some of his memorabilia.
22 viewsRep. Gibbons, who represented the Tampa area for 34 years, talked about the process of cleaning out his office and explained some of his memorabilia.
22 viewsRep. Sam Gibbons (D-FL) reflected on his experiences in Congress and talked about his plans for the future.
49 viewsAt a farewell party in his honor, Rep. Sam Gibbons was presented with an over-sized gavel. His wife stood with him as he said a few words.
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96 viewsThe House began with one-minute speeches from members before moving on to work on the Fiscal Year 1997 Budget Resolution. After their legislative business was concluded, they ended with Spec…
View in Congressional Chronicle806 viewsThe House of Representatives continued discussion on the Fiscal Year 1997 Federal Budget.
View in Congressional Chronicle468 viewsThe United States House of Representatives had morning hour where members were allowed to make general speeches regarding any topic of their choosing.
View in Congressional Chronicle56 viewsCURRENT HOUSE FLOOR PROCEEDINGS LEGISLATIVE DAY OF APRIL 15, 1996 104TH CONGRESS - SECOND SESSION 12:07 A.M. - The House adjourned. The next meeting is scheduled for 9:30 …
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View in Congressional Chronicle643 viewsRep. Gibbons, the ranking member on the House Ways and Means Committee, announced that he would retire from Congress at the end of this term. He had been representing his district in Florida…
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