I rise today on the 100th anniversary of Mesa Verde National Park to offer legislation that would expand the boundary of this national treasure. Mesa Verde is one of our Nation's most impressive national parks. In addition to its role…
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.
I think Senator Kerry had asked for some additional time, and it is cutting our time on this side. I want to make sure we restore that time we would have lost.
I would certainly encourage you to do it because I think contractor incentives help them.
Is it not interesting that when they are making their recommendations or what not, they do not hesitate to make those recommendations on ridership and what not?
I rise today, June 27, 2006, between Flag Day and Independence Day, to speak on behalf of the American flag. The American flag is a symbol, a physical embodiment of the freedom and liberty that we as Americans are blessed to claim. More…
I thank the Chairman. I still recognize him as ``Mr. Chairman.'' He has connections to Colorado. I want to share with him my connection I have with Virginia. I have an ancestor who fought in the Revolutionary War who came right out of…
Relationships between the 3rd Armored Cavalry and the local community were so strong that the Iraqi mayor of the city of Tall Afar actually traveled to Colorado Springs to present these soldiers with a proclamation from the city. I ask…
Let me read a portion of the proclamation as written by the Najim Abdullah Al-Jibouri, Iraqi mayor of Tall Afar: To the Courageous Men and Women of the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, who have changed the city of Tall' Afar from a ghost…
Last Monday was a somber anniversary for our Nation--it marked the second anniversary of President Ronald Reagan's passing. I did not come to the floor last Monday, because I knew that today, just a week later, would be another important…
I thank the chairman. We do these things by working together as a team, and the Senator is a great team leader. I appreciate all the support of my efforts in trying to get some of these things done. The Chairman has always set a good…
I appreciate this. I rise today to discuss several noteworthy provisions in the fiscal year 2007 Defense authorization bill. I will provide an overview of a couple of amendments I will offer. First, I commend the managers of this bill…