I ask unanimous consent that Jonathan Hayes, a fellow from Senator Durbin's office, be granted floor privileges for the duration of the 118th Congress. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

I have three requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority Leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the following…

today, I begin an effort to provide regular updates to the Senate and the country about the devastating consequences for women in every State if Texas Judge Kacsmaryk issues a ruling banning mifepristone nationwide. Two weeks ago, I stood…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so ordered.

Last year, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology took a significant step to reinvigorate the U.S. science and technology enterprise with the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act.

We face new and ever-growing challenges and threats of foreign interference in our S&T enterprise.

Over time, however, we became complacent, and our commitment to nondefense R&D waned.

being a global leader in science and technology means we don't play to not lose.

A critical piece of the Chips and Science Act we passed last year is the requirement for the White House to develop and regularly update a national science and technology strategy.

the potential benefits are incredibly galvanizing to students.

I personally believe that we need a STEM--a national STEM workforce and talent initiative similar in many respects to the GI Bill.

We cannot depend upon a growing international S&T enterprise, which is a good thing and is lifting all boats.

One place where there's a tremendous opportunity to show leadership is in confronting climate change, one of the most important challenges of our time.

For more than 70 years, the United States has been the unquestioned global leader in science, technology, and innovation.

safeguarding our research is actually another wonderful opportunity for us in the U.S. to lead with our values.

This leadership was built on the vision and political will of our leaders in the aftermath of World War II.

I rise on Mental Health Monday to recognize Eating Disorders Awareness Week. This year's theme is ``It's Time for Change,'' and indeed, it is. After opioid use disorder, eating disorders are the second deadliest psychiatric illness, yet…

we will have the chance to have a multidecadal national context within which will reside this important 4-year strategic plan.