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That is based upon an assumption that the growth rate in the economy for the next decade is going to be 1.9 percent.

I reserve the right to object, Mr. President. Let me just clarify. I think the ranking member of the Committee, who is managing the bill, also wanted some time. Is that correct?

We believe Mr. Myers's strategic vision, business management experience and executive leadership skills will serve him well.

NOAA's fishery conservation and management program is the most comprehensive and effective in the world.

I thank Senator Cassidy for his words. Senator Cassidy is also a Member of what we call our bear den, the class of 2014. He came here with the idea of getting things done. Another Member of the class of 2014 who is with us today is the…

I thank the chairman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in support of H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. We have worked hours--literally hundreds of hours--on this legislation, and I commend Chairman Brady and the staff of the…

I thank the gentleman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 76th celebration of National Bible Week. As I reflected on what I would share with everyone tonight, I couldn't get away from my background and my family…

Transparency is important for us.

The Indian Health Service is failing us.

We know that health care is a treaty right.

We appreciate that because action is needed.

While many believe that IHS is underfunded, from my standpoint, investing more taxpayer money into a dysfunctional system will only compound the problem.

Despite a large user population and an annual appropriation of $5 billion, IHS does not have a funding formula.

For years, tribal members in my home State of South Dakota have dealt with unimaginable horrors in dealing with IHS facilities.

Today, I am introducing my bill, S. 465, to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the Indian Health Service.

I want to start by thanking Chairman Hoeven, Vice Chairman Udall, and members of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs for their dedicated service to the Native American communities.

It's crucial that we support the sovereignty of tribal nations.

The Equifax breach is potentially much more severe given the sensitive nature of the consumer information compromised.