I want Kansas nominees to be of the highest quality.

I take my responsibilities as a Senator, as do all Senators, seriously.

I call up my amendment No. 874, and I ask that it be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The bill clerk read as follows: The Senator from Kansas [Mr. Marshall] proposes an amendment numbered 874 to amendment…

every time our flag is unfurled, I would ask you all: What emotion is stirred in your hearts? Old Glory means many things to many people. Some stand and some kneel. Some salute her while others burn her. Regardless of your sentiments, what…

I thank my friend, the chairman from Arkansas, for his leadership on this effort and for the time. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to discuss the importance of this resolution, which pushes back on unnecessary and burdensome regulation that…

I ask unanimous consent that there be up to 4 minutes of debate, equally divided, prior to the rollcall vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered.

I appreciate the comments that I heard this morning from Senator Klobuchar and appreciate her leadership and efforts to see that the Afghan Adjustment Act becomes law. I think I am followed by my colleague on the Veterans Committee…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Federal Reserve

I remain concerned about the impact the PACT Act is having on the backlog for veterans and survivors...

earlier this year, the public confidence in the banking system was shaken by a series of significant bank failures. To put it simply, these banks failed to account for interest rate increases while leaning on a deposit base that was almost…

I want to make sure that those individuals have been informed and have the opportunity to enroll before the time is up.

I assume we know that. That is good to have it broadcast and into my brain. I am always looking forward to the opportunity for you to tell me what I can do.

Anything that I or we can do to be of help to you? I also think Congress has a role to play in messaging and outreach.

We recognize the challenges... but recognize that the benefits that come from creating these new benefits we think outweigh the challenges and the detriments that might come to others.

I remain concerned about the impact the PACT Act is having on the backlog for veterans and survivors...

I want to make sure that those individuals have been informed and have the opportunity to enroll before the time is up.

This is the first I've heard of it. Again, I'm locked in on a NDAA bill. That's where my mind is right now, so I don't know a thing about it.

We recognize the challenges... but recognize that the benefits that come from creating these new benefits we think outweigh the challenges and the detriments that might come to others.