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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.
In another area, the events of the past several years remind us of the vital role of first responders in responding to natural disasters and terrorists attacks. It is important that our first responders receive the training needed to make…
I come today to discuss the situation in Colorado and surrounding States that has captured national attention. Over the last few weeks Colorado and its neighbors have experienced two record-setting blizzards. In some parts of Colorado…
I am introducing the Arkansas Valley Conduit bill, which will ensure the construction of a pipeline that will provide the small, financially strapped towns and water agencies along the lower Arkansas River with safe, clean, affordable…
Another bill dealing with the large military presence in Colorado relates to the expansion of the Army's Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site. Due to an emphasis on rapid mobility, modularity, and maneuverability in recent years, the Army's ability…
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…
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.
Predatory lending is an abhorrent practice, especially when it takes advantage of our men and women in uniform.
Specifically, I want to draw the chairman's attention to the excess business holdings provision and the language that allows the Secretary to waive the application of the excess business holdings provisions if the holdings of the Type III…
I rise in support of S. 3711, which is the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act. I am heartened by the fact that this is a bipartisan effort, agreed to by those Senators who represent our Gulf States. It is an important step in continuing to…
Our ally, Israel, is entitled to the defense of its land. We as a body should again recognize this act and support Israel's right to self-defense while calling for the Syrians and the Iranians to take responsibility for these open…
I have in my hand a report that has been released about 12 or so minutes ago. It is a report on the fiscal year 2007 midsession review. It is on the budget of the U.S. Government, put out by the Office of Management and Budget. It says…