I ask unanimous consent that the Senate resume consideration of S. Con. Res. 3. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. Order For Adjournment

I ask unanimous consent that it be in order to call up the Flake amendment No. 52, and that at 2:30 p.m. tomorrow, the Senate vote in relation to Flake amendment; further, that following the disposition of the Flake amendment, there be 2…

I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until 12 noon, Tuesday, January 10; further, that following the prayer and pledge, the morning hour be deemed expired, the Journal of proceedings be…

if there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask unanimous consent that it stand adjourned under the previous order, following the remarks from my Democratic colleagues. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so…

This is modern-day slavery we have in our country, except we are not talking about adults; we are talking about children.

I cannot imagine as a parent--and there are a lot of parents here on the dais, and grandparents.

invasive mussels are wreaking havoc on our ecosystem in Montana. This is negatively impacting our economy, including our recreation and tourism industries. Watercraft inspection stations are one of the most effective ways to stop the…

today the Senate can make history in Montana. The Senate has the opportunity to send the Blackfeet Water Rights Settlement Act to the President for his signature with the passage of this WRDA bill, an issue I have been working on since I…

I wish to recognize today as a historic day for Montana and the Blackfeet people. With the passage of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act, the Blackfeet Water Rights Settlement Act is ready to be sent to the…

I am introducing a bill that will reveal to the public the true cost of legislative proposals by requiring that interest expense be included in all budgetary estimates. This bill will finally allow the American people to understand the…

technology has become a critical part of our everyday lives. We use our computers and smart phones to communicate with our friends and family, conduct business, and to share information. The amount of sensitive personal information we…

The success of the Land Buy-Back Program is essential for the future of tribal communities.

In fact, I cited unemployment rates on the Blackfeet Reservation as an example of the challenges we face in Montana which lead to poverty.

The Land Buy-Back Program has already been implemented on the Fort Peck Reservation as a result of the consolidation.

I would like to wish a very warm welcome to two Montana Tribal leaders we have with us today.

I think that needs to be continued to be talked about.

Addressing the problem of land fractionalization is an important step for Indian Country.

Do you see an opportunity for more Tribal consultation with the Department? And, if you do see that, what would that look like?