Even though Senator Cantwell has an extra 5 minutes, is it all right that we go and the Senator accumulate that time? I yield myself 3 minutes, and then I will yield the management of the time to the senior Senator from Alaska for the…
Pete Domenici
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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 have a number of Senators on this side of the aisle who wish to speak, and they certainly are going to have their turn. I thank the occupant of the chair for being here this morning. Obviously, this is an issue that some people think is…
We understand it, and there is no objection. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Missouri.
Is that the only other amendment in the list that applies to ANWR? On that list?
I reserve my right to object only because I am not sure that is what he wants. Is there any way the Senator can fit it in later on for 10 minutes?
this week, Senator Bingaman, Senator Akaka and I returned from Baton Rogue. We went down to see and learn firsthand about Hurricanes Katrina and Rita damage to the energy infrastructure. There is a great deal of work to be done, and there…
nearly every form of energy production requires the use of large quantities of water. Electricity production, oil and gas production, and certain renewable energy sources are all dependent on having adequate access to water. Because water…
today I join my colleague, the Ranking member of the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Senator Bingaman, in introducing three bills, by request, to make necessary changes to law regarding the U.S.-affiliated islands. Briefly, the…
fresh water is a substance that we as Americans assume will be available when and where we want it. However, the disruption of water and wastewater services following Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita has shown how fragile those…
Is it appropriate now for the Senator from New Mexico to speak? The PRESIDING OFFICER. It is appropriate.
this is a special day for New Mexicans. Earlier today, Congress accepted the statue of Po'pay, a man from San Juan Pueblo who played an important role in New Mexico's colonial history. The acceptance of this work marks the 100th…
I rise to address Hurricane Katrina--- what we have been doing and what we should do next. Much has been said on this floor about good, and bad, responses to Hurricane Katrina. This morning I would like to reflect on the good responses. I…