It is also critical that we pursue management reforms that allow us to use proven tactics that reduce the threat of wildfires.

The Obama Administration was supporting us in these efforts, and we will keep fighting until it is signed into law.

We need to get to the heart of the discussion and showcase the value of collaboration, this cross-boundary work.

It is our second fatality in two weeks in Montana of firefighters.

In preparing this and in reading this bill, for those who want to see the heart and soul--the vision--of the Democrats, they can be found in this first paragraph of the bill. In fact, I will read it. ``The bill establishes the…

I have listened to some of my colleagues from across the aisle decry our desire to repeal and replace ObamaCare. Yes, I do want to repeal and replace ObamaCare. Why? Why are we doing this? Repealing and replacing ObamaCare is a means to an…

As the chairman, the Senator from Kansas, just mentioned, I believe that Montanans and the American people deserve to see us debate different ideas. That is why I brought this amendment to the floor today. Earlier today, a couple of hours…

It is the Conyers' bill. I did not write this amendment-- this bill--that I am offering. We cut and pasted the precise text and are bringing it over here and offering it today.

For those who are watching and observing, it is H.R. 676. There are 115 Democratic cosponsors on that bill as we speak.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I agree with you. That is what I am planning to do today. I ask unanimous consent for an additional 6 minutes of debate equally divided between the managers or their designees. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there…

it has been an amazing process. I have been here a little over 10 years, and I have never seen anything like this. We voted cloture a few days ago to move to debate. Nothing. Now we have a bill here today that as Senator Murphy has already…

We want to make sure that agriculture derivatives, the markets are priced fairly, they are priced efficiently, and ensure they are free of collusion.

the CFTC's role in ensuring that agricultural derivative markets are priced fairly, I have heard a lot of concerns from these producers out in Montana that sometimes wonder if it is a casino anymore versus just working back on the…

When I am asked what is the largest industry in Montana, it is an easy answer. It is agriculture.

And I would just say this--and I am way over time, Mr. Chairman, and just bear with me just for a second.

Karen from Missoula County wrote to me about how her daughter can't afford to buy insurance. ObamaCare imposes a tax penalty on Americans who don't buy insurance. In fact, in 2014 and 2015 alone, they collected over $5 billion in fines. It…

I intend to offer the following motion to H.R. 1628 and I ask unanimous consent that it be printed in the Record. The motion is supported by Senators King, Heinrich, Baldwin, Bennet, Brown, Cantwell, Carper, Coons, Donnelly, Feinstein…

Think about who put President Trump in the White House. It was hardworking American people fighting day to day where the month is often longer than the paycheck, and that includes our farmers and our ranchers.