This Nation's tax policies should promote business growth, not stifle it.

The U.S. maritime industry has been the world leader in innovation over the last 30 years.

With his exceptional knowledge of all aspects of Air Force operations and his keen awareness of the legislative process, General Lezy dramatically improved communication between the United States Congress and the United States Air Force.

Mr. President, today I ask the Senate to join me in commending those brave Americans who served aboard the U.S.S. Phaon.

I hope that these remarks increase our knowledge and respect for the critical role that damage repair ships played in the Pacific campaigns.

Had it failed, the war would have lasted much longer at much greater cost in blood and dollars.

Admiral Raymond A. Spruance, Commander of the Central Pacific Force, called the record of the Phaon and Service Squadron Ten achievements of which all Americans can be justly proud.

The Phaon was an important part of mobile Service Squadron Ten, whose battle role was to remain within the battle area and conduct repairs.

By the war's end, the Phaon had repaired at least 96 ships and more than 2,000 vessels and crafts of all types.

Our science and technology base is vital to the nation's future.

Mr. President, the last Congress enacted legislation which protects our nation's vital underground infrastructure.

I hope the President's budget proposal funds these grant activities from general revenues in full recognition of the broad public benefit that accrues from effective underground infrastructure protection.

This study is a bottom-up effort with emphasis on letting those with hands-on experience play leading roles.

Mr. President, the affected parties have checked their differences at the door, have worked together with openness and goodwill.

I am pleased to report that the response to the one-call legislation has been extremely positive.

This legislation, based on S.1115, the Comprehensive One-Call Notification Act, does just that.

I rise today to introduce legislation to increase the retirement benefits for military personnel by allowing them to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).

This bill clarifies the law by amending the FECA to prohibit donations by foreign nationals to a national committee of a political party.