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Wayne Allard

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Wayne Allard is a former United States Senator from Colorado, serving from 1997 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, Allard was known for his focus on issues such as healthcare, education, and fiscal responsibility during his time in office. He played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at improving accounting standards and transparency in financial reporting. Allard's tenure was marked by his commitment to ensuring that investors had access to reliable information for decision-making. After leaving the Senate, he continued to be involved in public service and advocacy.

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  1. I send to the desk amendment No. 1418. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The clerk will report. The assistant legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Colorado [Mr. Allard], for himself and Mr. McConnell, proposes an amendment numbered 1418.2 sources2005govinfo.gov
  2. in remembering their lives, we also honor and celebrate the joy they brought to their families. To the Gold Star and Blue Star mothers and fathers: I salute you and thank you for your service to this Nation.2 sources2006govinfo.gov
  3. 70 years ago, Congress passed a resolution proclaiming that the last Sunday in September be designated as Gold Star Mother's Day. As we approach the last Sunday in September, I would like to take this opportunity to recognize the Gold Star mothers throughout the country and particularly those in the State of Colorado. I hope we will all take time this Sunday, September 24, to honor these mothers and fathers who have so bravely endured the loss of a son or daughter killed while serving in the Armed Forces. Colorado has lost many young men and women to combat since the horrendous attacks of 9/11. One day is not long enough for us to ever fully honor these parents who have had to suffer the unmanageable pain of losing a child, but we will try. Across the State of Colorado and across the Nation, many of these mothers have come together not only for support but also to volunteer their time, serving veterans and families of soldiers, encouraging patriotism and national pride, and honor their children through service and allegiance to the United States.2 sources2006govinfo.gov
  4. another piece of legislation that I am introducing today addresses an issue important to citizens of southern Colorado. The problem is this: cable and satellite subscribers in two southern Colorado counties are forced by current law to receive New Mexico television stations. Lately, I hear almost every day from my constituents that they would prefer to receive Colorado television over New Mexico television. The problem stems from the fact that these two Colorado counties are located in the Albuquerque designated market area, as determined by Nielsen Media Research. As a matter of fairness, citizens of Colorado should be eligible to receive Colorado TV. Consumers should choose which television stations they receive, especially since they are the ones paying for it. The bill I am introducing does just that. It makes a commonsense change to the law that allows citizens of La Plata and Montezuma Counties to receive television stations from Denver, not Albuquerque.2 sources2007govinfo.gov
  5. I am introducing a bill dealing with the Granada Relocation Camp, also known as Camp Amache. It played an important, but sad, part in United States history. Camp Amache, one of 10 internment camps in the Nation, was established in August 1942 by the U.S. Government during World War II as a place to house the Japanese from the west coast and was closed on August 15, 1945. This is a significant part of American history and it should be preserved. My bill today will designate the Granada Relocation Camp as a national historic site in Colorado.2 sources2007govinfo.gov
  6. the National Trails System Willing Seller Act will pave the way for the completion of our Nation's most outstanding national trails. The legislation will amend the National Trails System Act of 1968 to make clear that the Federal Government may purchase land to complete several national trails from willing sellers. The legislation specifically names nine trails that are spread across the nation. The Continental Divide trail, stretching from Mexico through Colorado to the Canadian border, is among the trails that await completion. I was successful in gaining Senate passage of this legislation in the 108th Congress and am hopeful that both the House and Senate will act on the bill this year.2 sources2007govinfo.gov
May 19, 2014

I hope we can move this legislation, so that the 50,000 riders that enjoyed the Clear Creek Management Area in 2003 can do so again in 2014.

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May 19, 2014

If this bill is not passed, the Bureau of Land Management's Record of Decision, issued in February of this year, will stand.

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May 19, 2014

This bill would create the country's first national OHV area, guaranteeing future access for off-highway-vehicle enthusiasts.

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Feb 26, 2014

There shouldn't be any concern because we are a social welfare organization. We are prohibited from being partisan in our activity.

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Feb 26, 2014

We are prohibited by Federal law from being active in partisan politics.

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Feb 26, 2014

the IRS new guidance would force the AMA either to muzzle its advocacy efforts or lose its status as a tax-exempt organization.

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Feb 26, 2014

That is correct. We are a motorcyclist organization.

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Feb 25, 2013

The key for the AMA and our members is that E15 must be proven safe for motorcycle and ATV engines.

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Feb 25, 2013

I still shake my head over the ability of the Federal Government to reach, or maybe I should say overreach, into the lives of the American people.

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Feb 25, 2013

I would withhold putting E15 on the market until the research has been conducted that would assure that motorcyclists... can use it without damage to the engine.

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Feb 25, 2013

we think there is a reason for that, and we wouldn't recommend it to our consumers.

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