Feb 7, 2006
As the U.S. Senate gets started for the second legislative session of the 109th Congress, I would like to take this opportunity and concentrate our attention on the milestones achieved in the global war on terror and take a look at the…
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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Jan 25, 2006
I am pleased to see that these Colorado publications join me in recognizing that Judge Alito is the type of judge that Coloradans--and all Americans--deserve. In conclusion, Judge Alito is one of the most qualified judicial nominees ever…
Jan 25, 2006
Colorado's other major newspaper, the Denver Post, proclaims that there is ``no reason to block [the] Senate's Alito vote . . .'' On the threat of a Democrat filibuster, the Denver Post says ``we don't believe the arguments against Alito…
Dec 21, 2005
I rise today to speak in review of the first session of this 109th Congress. I have served in the Congress since 1991, and I can say without exaggeration that this year has been the single most productive year I have participated in. As I…
Dec 20, 2005
I thank the Senator. I certainly don't mind working with him in lining up speakers as they come down. It is important to give Members adequate notice. So, again, only in Washington is a reduction in the rate of growth actually called a…
Dec 16, 2005
I rise to comment on an event that may have understandably escaped the attention of my colleagues because our plate is full and the schedule is tight. I want to underscore the importance of what occurred on Tuesday night, December 13…
Dec 13, 2005
I rise to introduce the Hurricane Katrina Recovery Homesteading Act of 2005. Modeled on the United States' 19th century homesteading initiatives and similar urban programs in the 1970s, this legislation will help us begin to rebuild the…
Nov 18, 2005
In an era when college football players are almost universally derided as troublemakers, stories about football players who become leaders and role models off the field are indeed hard to find. One such leader currently exists at the U.S…
Nov 17, 2005
Specifically, I am referring to the amendments providing for the special rule for certain holdings of Type III supporting organizations if the holdings are held for the benefit of the community pursuant to the direction of a State attorney…
Nov 17, 2005
I rise to engage my colleague, Senator Salazar, in a colloquy regarding the technical changes adopted in the manager's amendment to the reconciliation bill. We have worked hard to address unintended consequences relating to changes made to…
Nov 16, 2005
Today, I come to the floor of the Senate to briefly state my thoughts about a component of the bill under consideration, the Pension Security and Transparency Act of 2005. I commend both the Senate Finance and HELP Committees for their…
Nov 9, 2005
The events of the past few months remind us of the vital role of first responders in responding to natural disasters and terrorists attacks. First responders are just that: the first to respond. When they arrive on the scene, they often…