So, when we build something back, we better build it back better, which is exactly what Joe Biden wants to see happen.

Well, first of all, one of the things he says in that bill is that he wants to ensure that we`re not increasing debt and deficit, and Joe Biden agrees with him.

Like in many States, Republicans in Michigan's legislature have introduced legislation to suppress the right to vote. Make no mistake about it, the fundamental right to vote in this country is under assault. That is why my dear friend…

Mr. President, the Biden administration inherited both the COVID-19 public health crisis and the dismantling of the immigration system from the previous administration. This amendment would tie the Biden administration's hands in…

Madam President, unfortunately, I cannot support the amendment offered by my good friend and ranking member. This amendment would restrict the USDA's ability to support a transition to clean fuel economies. Rural communities, especially…

Mr. President, first, this amendment is just plain anti-pickup trucks. Let's start there. When our farmers and small businesses and families are buying their next pickup truck or SUV, we want them to have the incentive to purchase a new…

Madam President, I rise today to highlight the incredible opportunity before us to build on the strong foundation laid in the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act through the Build Back Better budget. The bipartisan…

Mr. President, I rise today to speak about Michigan families. Our families are a lot like families in every other State. Families in Michigan worry about making ends meet. It is something that keeps them up at night a lot of times. Parents…

Mr. President, I just wanted to lend words and support to what Majority Leader Schumer just said about Rich Trumka. I send my prayers and love to Barbara, his family, and everyone in the labor movement. What a strong, vibrant, committed…

Mr. President, I have 7 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…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to executive session to consider the following nomination: Calendar No. 159; that the nomination be confirmed, the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate vote on the nomination without intervening action or debate, and if confirmed, the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table, all without intervening action or…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to executive session to consider the following nomination, Calendar No. 158. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. The clerk will…

Mr. President, I rise in support of two nominations to critical positions within the Department of Homeland Security: Robert Silvers to be the Under Secretary for Strategy, Policy and Plans; and Jonathan Meyer to be General Counsel. Both…

Mr. President, I rise today to highlight an important component of the bipartisan infrastructure legislation that we are now debating. This legislation includes new investments that will help communities in Michigan and across the country…

Mr. President, I rise to urge adoption of the Peters- Rounds amendment, No. 2464. I first want to thank Chairman Manchin and Ranking Member Barrasso of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee for working with me on this amendment. I…

Mr. President, I rise to oppose the Johnson amendment. This measure would force continued payment of government contractors to build an ill-conceived border wall. Most of these funds were never intended for this purpose. More than $10…

Mr. President, I yield back all remaining time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Vote on Amendment No. 2464 The question is on agreeing to amendment No. 2464.