Women Hit Milestone in 118th U.S. Congress

In floor remarks last week, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett said that the start of the 118th Congress marked, "a 59% increase from the 96 women who were serving in the 112th Congress."

"Mr. Speaker, it is so exciting to be up here and to be 
able to have this discussion.

I want to thank the minority leader, my colleague and good friend, 
Mr. Hakeem Jeffries, for allowing me this time to direct everyone's 
attention to the importance of this month.

Celebrating Virgin Islands History Month; Congressional Record Vol. 169, No. 46

I know that it is Women's History Month, and we have been hearing so 
much about this. …