This is a comprehensive bill that includes provisions ranging from ensuring the island has equitable and sustainable Medicaid funding.

I rise today to honor the legacy of Elder Richard G. Scott, a man whose humble example and unwavering conviction had a deep and meaningful impact on my spiritual life. For nearly three decades, Elder Scott served as a member of the Quorum…

It is my deep honor to support something that would honor the life, the sacrifice, and the commitment of the patriotism of Sergeant Fisher. I hope his family knows and internalizes how grateful his country is, how men and women across the…

I urge the passage of this bill. It is appropriate that the United States Congress honor Sergeant Pinson. I hope that her family will always know how much this Nation is grateful for this young woman's service and sacrifice to her country…

We are preparing and supporting the designation of a post office for a great American. This is brought to our attention and introduced by Congresswoman Louise Slaughter. It is probably most appropriate that she be the one to tell us more…

I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous materials on the bill under consideration. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request…

In closing, I appreciate the work of Mr. Lieu. This is a good example of our working together on both sides of the aisle. We passed it smoothly out of committee, and I urge its adoption here today. I yield back the balance of my time. The…

In closing, you have heard today of the passionate, deep-felt belief of our colleague, Congressman Garrett. It is very appropriate to pass this bill and name this post office after Staff Sergeant Joseph D'Augustine. I didn't know his…

In conclusion, I urge the passage of H.R. 324. Lieutenant Riordan served with great courage and sacrifice for his Nation. I hope his family, friends, and colleagues, those around him will look to him for inspiration, somebody who steps up…

I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous materials on the bill under consideration. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request…

Staff Sergeant Dietz, this is what made America great. People like this stepped up and answered the call. They find themselves in a most impossible situation, but they are fighting for their country. It embodies the American spirit. I…

While this is a Senate bill, there is nobody who has been more passionate and excited and dedicated to getting this done than Mr. Garrett of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr…

We are here today to honor Lieutenant Daniel P. Riordan with a post office naming in St. Louis, Missouri. This has been brought to our attention by Congresswoman Ann Wagner. I appreciate her championing this through the Congress. She is in…

this is a historic week in Washington, DC. Later today Pope Francis will arrive in Washington for a 2-day visit. During his time here, the Holy Father will meet with President Obama, celebrate mass, canonize a new saint, and address a…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Cloture Motion The PRESIDING OFFICER. Pursuant to rule XXII, the Chair lays before the Senate the pending…

I rise today in strong support of the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act. This bill recognizes an indisputable fact and it stands for an indispensable principle. The fact is that each of us was a living human being before birth. The…

I rise today to address the topic of criminal justice reform. There has been a lot of discussion in Congress recently on this subject. Nearly all of the conversation has focused on sentencing. Various proposals have been introduced to cut…

today marks the 228th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. Two hundred twenty-eight years ago, 39 brave and wise men set their names to the document that has guided our government and our politics ever since. With each passing…