Suhas Subramanyam
Representative for Virginia · Democratic · United States
“Fortunately, we were able to push back against that effort in a bipartisan way to rectify that. The Tuskegee Airmen played a significant role in not just this Nation's safety and security, but in this world.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Beginning in 1941, thousands of men and women were trained at Tuskegee Institute's Moton Field and the Tuskegee Army Airfield to serve in America's African-American Air Force units during World War II. During that time, almost 1,000 aviators were trained as America's first African-American military pilots.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Tuskegee is part of my district, the Second Congressional District of the State of Alabama. I can assure you that my constituents are proud of their history and want it to be celebrated and recognized. Renaming this post office in Tuskegee is a fantastic way to honor the Tuskegee Airmen.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 6006, to name a post office in Tuskegee, Alabama, the Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office. I want to say a few things about the Tuskegee Airmen.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of S. 766, the Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act, as well. Congress has a duty to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent efficiently, transparently, and with real accountability for results.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today also in support of H.R. 7365 to name the post office in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building. I am proud to be a cosponsor of this bill.”
House of Representatives16 September 2026Source ↗
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“Mr. Speaker, $880 billion, that is how much Medicaid funding is on the chopping block. Medicaid funding provides lifesaving care for millions of Americans. Medicaid is America's healthcare safety net. Without it, hospitals operating on thin margins will close, medical debt will skyrocket, and kids across the country will suffer.”
House of Representatives29 April 2025Source ↗
“Our allies will be less willing to share intelligence with us if Secretary Hegseth might share it with his family, his poker buddies, or whoever else he thinks it would be neat to loop in. Our servicemembers deserve better, and the American people deserve better. That is why I reiterate my demand to make sure we have change at the Secretary of Defense level and in the Pentagon. ____________________”
House of Representatives29 April 2025Source ↗
“Another constituent pointed out the hypocrisy of the administration claiming that they did nothing wrong in using Signal for these discussions. That person said: For 18 years, I have lived a life most people will never understand. My promise to defend this Nation does not stop when I clock out. It permeates every single aspect of my life. It affects who I marry, who I live with, who I date, who I am friends with, and who I speak to. I would be sitting in jail right now if I had done something as brazen, thoughtless, and dangerous as what Secretary Hegseth, among others, did. That is from military families and military people serving today. Not only is this a failure of our national security, but it is an embarrassment for the United States.”
House of Representatives29 April 2025Source ↗
“Speaker, I demand answers to understand why these terminations really took place, and we are going to continue to put pressure until we get those answers. Sharing of Classified and Sensitive Information Mr. SUBRAMANYAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today out of grave concern over our leadership at the Pentagon right now. In just a few short months, the Department of Defense has been overtaken by chaos because of Secretary Hegseth's leadership. Mr. Speaker, classified and sensitive information is being shared over Signal. The Secretary has a nonsecure internet line in his office. Seemingly every day, there is a new story about firings, backstabbing, and so-called shake-ups in the highest levels of leadership. This leadership is not making our country or our troops safer, but don't take it from me.”
House of Representatives29 April 2025Source ↗
“I spoke to many of them, and they said that they were fired for contributing to Indian- American-run charities. Yet, some of them didn't even contribute to those charities at all or were encouraged to donate to those charities. There was no investigation, no due process, and no chance to correct the record or provide their side of the story. Employees simply received a we-will-get-back-to-you message when they contacted HR. Without a proper and official investigation, I am concerned that these firings are another pretext for making indiscriminate cuts to our workforce in northern Virginia. If these employees were targeted because they are Indian American, national origin being a legally protected class, then that might have been illegal and unconstitutional, as well. Mr.”
House of Representatives29 April 2025Source ↗
“The event brought together community leaders, local leaders, and elected officials, signifying the strength of our growing Sikh community in northern Virginia and across the country. Mr. Speaker, I look forward to continuing to partner with our Sikh Americans here in Virginia and all across the country as we celebrate Vaisakhi this year. Due Process for Fannie Mae Employees Mr. SUBRAMANYAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise out of concern today over the recent firings at Fannie Mae, firings that have impacted many of my constituents, especially in the Indian-American community, constituents who have been dedicated employees for years with exemplary performance reviews. Without any advance notice, these employees received word of their termination over alleged fraud and ethics violations.”
House of Representatives29 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, to Sikhs both in America and around the world, I wish everyone a happy Vaisakhi. For those who don't know, Vaisakhi marks the beginning of the harvest season. It is a momentous occasion in the Sikh community. Over the weekend, I had the privilege of joining the Sikh Center of Virginia to celebrate in Manassas, Virginia.”
House of Representatives29 April 2025Source ↗
“Speaker, this bill makes it easier for the President's actions to go unchecked. By blocking nationwide injunctions, people will be powerless to quickly stop illegal and unconstitutional actions. This bill is simply another loyalty bill for the President, up there with naming airports after him or putting his face on Mount Rushmore. Loyalty to the President should not supersede the rule of law or loyalty to uphold the Constitution. This bill doesn't just take power away from judges, but it takes power away from the American people. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote against this legislation.”
House of Representatives8 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, let's take a step back and be clear on what is going on here. This administration maybe didn't have the votes or will to get legislation through Congress, so it created these executive orders and broke the law in doing so. Some of these orders are unconstitutional, and that is why there have been so many injunctions to stop the lawbreaking. These injunctions were celebrated by the other side when they stopped actions under the previous Democratic administrations. Yet, now that President Trump is in office, this bill exists to help the President do whatever he wants, even if it is unconstitutional. I get asked a lot these days about what is going to happen when this President ignores the courts. Wouldn't we have a constitutional crisis on our hands? Mr.”
House of Representatives8 April 2025Source ↗
“Speaker, I rise today to honor Richard Martin of Sterling, Virginia, who reached a remarkable milestone last month, his 700th platelet donation. This isn't just a number. It represents lives saved and hope restored. Richard's journey began in 1982, inspired by his father who donated an incredible 17 gallons of whole blood. For over four decades, Richard has visited his local blood donation clinic every 2 weeks. He is a familiar face to the staff, always bringing his cheerful demeanor and unwavering commitment to the cause. Today, we celebrate Richard's altruistic spirit and dedication as a platelet donor. He is a shining example of what it means to serve one's neighbors and community. Honoring the Life of Chandrashekar Namagondlu Mr. SUBRAMANYAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and memory of Chandrashekar Namagondlu.”
House of Representatives8 April 2025Source ↗
“Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the Independence High School Varsity Winter Guard's 2025 scholastic State championship. This year, their hard work and perseverance paid off. Not only did they place first in their class but they also received the highest overall score out of 60 Virginia high schools that competed. They made history as the first Loudoun County public high school to ever win a Scholastic A1. I also heard the team's stuffed animal mascot, Thleebuss, deserves a little bit of credit. We congratulate Coach Harrington, Coach Young, the Winter Guard, and the Independence High School community on their championship. Honoring Richard Martin on his 700th Platelet Donation Mr. SUBRAMANYAM. Mr.”
House of Representatives8 April 2025Source ↗
“After 30 years in Fairfax County, Chief Johnson was appointed as chief of the Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System in 2018. During his tenure, he led a department of nearly 500 career personnel and more than 1,500 volunteer personnel, oversaw the implementation of a collective bargaining ordinance, created a 24-hour operation shift commander program, and formed a behavioral health section. To cap off his career, Chief Johnson was named Career Fire Chief of the Year in 2024. Congratulations to Chief Johnson on his exceptional career. We thank Chief Johnson for all his service to our community, and we wish him a happy retirement. Celebrating Independence High School Varsity Winter Guard's 2025 Scholastic State Championship Mr. SUBRAMANYAM. Mr.”
House of Representatives8 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, as Chief Keith Johnson prepares to retire this month, I rise to honor his distinguished career in service to Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System. Beloved in our Loudoun County community, Chief Johnson is a fourth- generation firefighter who began his fire service in 1982. His career led him to the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department where he ascended to the rank of deputy chief in 2009.”
House of Representatives8 April 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, when I recently asked someone who supports gutting the Department of Education how that decision would make American education better or what the Department even does, they couldn't give me an answer. Let me tell you how gutting this Department will hurt every parent, teacher, and, most of all, students in our country.”
House of Representatives27 March 2025Source ↗
“They should keep speaking out and sharing stories. Do not let this be normal. Together, we must remove corruption and restore its lost principles.”
House of Representatives11 March 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, our Founding Fathers had a pretty clear principle when it came to corruption. Thomas Jefferson, a fellow Virginian, warned of the fate of our country if corruption prevailed. He said: ``The time to guard against corruption and tyranny is before they shall have gotten hold on us.”
House of Representatives11 March 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I recently met with a group of advocates for children with complex medical needs and disabilities. They all shared stories of their kids with special needs or that they were simply allies. Their vision is that all children with these complex needs should have the medical care, education, and support they need to thrive.”
House of Representatives10 March 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, last week, the first speaker in line at my townhall was Susan Perri. My colleagues wouldn't know it at first, but Susan has difficulty speaking. Within the last 6 months, she had a 7-centimeter tumor removed from her adrenal gland, but Susan is refusing to stay quiet.”
House of Representatives3 March 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, there is new reporting that the Social Security Administration has been told to cut its workforce in half. Unfortunately, I heard from a constituent who works there who was just put on a 30-day leave with no promise to keep their job.”
House of Representatives27 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today as we honor February as Black History Month. I think of the students at Waterford's Second Street School in my district, a one-room schoolhouse established 2 years after the end of the Civil War where kids studied under segregation. I think of Barbara Rose Johns, a civil rights icon from Virginia. Barbara's high school was dilapidated and overcrowded.”
House of Representatives25 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I am genuinely alarmed by the budget that we may be voting on this week. There is a lot not to like, but every American should be paying attention to the cuts being proposed to Medicaid and SNAP benefits. These cuts will hurt millions of Americans and create irreversible damage to our communities. Mr.”
House of Representatives24 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I rise because many people want to paint Federal workers and contractors as unskilled bureaucrats who waste taxpayer dollars. However, the reality is the opposite. I know this because Virginia is home to hundreds of thousands of our country's Federal workers and contractors, and I have heard from many of them.”
House of Representatives13 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, family separation is devastating and traumatic for any community, but that is especially true for the 70,000 Korean Americans in Virginia and the millions across the country. The Korean war led to the displacement and separation of countless families, and many remained separated for decades.”
House of Representatives11 February 2025Source ↗
“Mr. Speaker, I rise because we are at the crossroads of a constitutional crisis. While I represent and fight for tens of thousands of Federal workers and contractors in my district, this affects every single American. There is a Treasury takeover. Every man, woman, and child's most personal information is in the hands of people who have no real vetting or formal role in our government.”
House of Representatives4 February 2025Source ↗