He was selected based on his community service, business and civic accomplishments, awareness of the needs of others, and achievements that have brought favorable attention to the Cincinnati area.

He is a modern day Audubon who is both an internationally known wildlife artist and a committed naturalist.

John's art is displayed in the White House, in the Congress and in other prominent places around the world.

I rise to pay tribute to John Ruthven, a longtime friend and leader in my community, who will be honored as a Great Living Cincinnatian.

All of us in Cincinnati are proud of his accomplishments and are grateful for his service to others.

This legislation provides for a transfer by the Secretary of Interior of real property and improvements at an abandoned and surplus ranger station in the Carson National Forest to Rio Arriba County.

With the bipartisan support of the New Mexico delegation, I am confident that this chamber realizes that this bill is good for New Mexico.

In summary, this legislation creates a situation in which the federal government, the State of New Mexico, and the people of Rio Arriba County all benefit.

Today I introduce legislation, which is being cosponsored by my colleague from New Mexico, Heather Wilson, that provides for the transfer of an unwanted facility and federal land to the people of Rio Arriba County, NM.

Seniors across the nation placed their trust in Congress when they selected a Medicare HMO.

I am calling upon my colleagues to join me in taking this important step to restore prescription drug benefits for thousands of beneficiaries.

The Airline Passenger Fairness Act would ensure that passengers have the information that they need to make informed choices in their travel plans.

Air travel is on the rise. As airport congestion, delays, and fares increase, so have the complaints among airline passengers.

He was an example of public service at its finest, never claiming the spotlight, never seeking a headline, but always working for the good of this institution and for the country we are here to serve.

Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), That, as a mark of respect to the memory of R. Scott Bates, Legislative Clerk of the United States Senate, all flags of the United States located on Capitol Buildings or on…

As a mark of respect to the memory of R. Scott Bates, Legislative Clerk of the United States Senate, all flags of the United States located on Capitol Buildings or on the Capitol grounds shall be flown at half-staff on the day of his…

Mr. Chief Justice, our Senate family grieves today and our hearts are heavy as a result of the tragic loss of Scott Bates.

Today, as Americans head off to work, 17 of them will die and 18,600 of them will be injured on the job.