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Pete V. Domenici is a former United States Senator from New Mexico, serving from 1973 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his work on budgetary issues and energy policy. During his tenure, he played a significant role in shaping legislation related to nuclear energy and national defense. Domenici was also involved in various bipartisan efforts, particularly in the areas of health care and education reform. He was a prominent advocate for fiscal responsibility and was instrumental in the passage of the Balanced Budget Act of 1997.
I commemorate the hard work and sacrifices made daily by law enforcement officers all across our great land. Many have lost their lives in the line of duty so that our families and communities may remain safe. We must never forget those…
I rise today to support affordable, adequate and accessible health insurance. We have a bill before the Senate, S. 1955, the Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization Affordability Act of 2006. Chairman Enzi has worked very hard on this…
I rise today to join Senator Nelson of Nebraska to introduce the National Integrated Drought Information System Act of 2006. I would like to thank Senator Ben Nelson; his strong leadership and hard work on this bill has been key in…
As the Senate is aware, the Southwestem United States has been devastated by a severe drought which has resulted in numerous deleterious effects to that part of the country. New Mexico's neighbor to the east, Texas, has lost 5,000 head of…
I note the presence now of the chairman of the Appropriations Committee. I will take as little time as possible, and I know of no reason for this amendment to take a lot of time, but I want to make sure everybody knows it is pending, and…
The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. Murkowski.) The Senator from New Mexico is recognized.
I call up amendment No. 3769 and ask that it be considered immediately. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The assistant legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from New Mexico [Mr. Domenici] proposes an amendment…
I have an amendment I am going to introduce on the pending bill. I will not speak longer than 5 minutes on the amendment.
I say to fellow Senators and Senator Wyden, if you would please lend me your ear because I would like to be helpful.
I have 5 minutes. I would like very much for anybody who is trying to fix this parliamentary problem to just listen for a minute. First of all, most of the problem that has been discussed by the distinguished Senator in terms of royalties…
I withdraw the request and yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Oregon has the floor.
I say to the Senator, while you have been here many hours, I have been here a few this afternoon. This is a very unusual setting. You speak of your rights. We have rights, too. You have the floor. We cannot debate the issue the way things…