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Rob Portman
@robportman· Republican · OH· Feb 12, 1999

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.

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Rob Portman
@robportman· Republican · OH· Feb 12, 1999

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

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Tom Udall
@tomudall· Democratic · NM· Feb 10, 1999

Mr. Speaker, 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.

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Tom Udall
@tomudall· Democratic · NM· Feb 10, 1999

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.

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Tom Udall
@tomudall· Democratic · NM· Feb 10, 1999

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

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Tom Udall
@tomudall· Democratic · NM· Feb 10, 1999

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.

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John McCain
@johnmccain· Republican · AZ· Feb 6, 1999

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

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John McCain
@johnmccain· Republican · AZ· Feb 6, 1999

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

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Ron Wyden
@ronwyden· Democratic · OR· Feb 6, 1999

With this bill, we are putting the airlines on notice that business as usual is no longer acceptable for American air travelers.

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Ron Wyden
@ronwyden· Democratic · OR· Feb 6, 1999

Mr. President, I am pleased to join with Senator McCain, the Chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, and Senators Bryan and Snowe in introducing today the Airline Passenger Fairness Act of 1999.

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Ron Wyden
@ronwyden· Democratic · OR· Feb 6, 1999

The purpose of our legislation is to assure that consumer protections don't end when a passenger pulls into the airport parking lot.

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Barbara Boxer
@barbaraboxer· Democratic · CA· Jan 25, 1999

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

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Barbara Mikulski
@barbaramikulski· Democratic · MD· Jan 25, 1999

I rise today in strong support of the Wellstone/Harkin motion. This motion would allow open Senate debate during the Impeachment trial.

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Barbara Mikulski
@barbaramikulski· Democratic · MD· Jan 25, 1999

The United States Senate is, ultimately, the public's institution-- not ours.

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Barbara Mikulski
@barbaramikulski· Democratic · MD· Jan 25, 1999

We are representatives of our nation. We are given responsibilities to deliberate on matters of public importance and vote in the public interest.

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Barbara Boxer
@barbaraboxer· Democratic · CA· Jan 25, 1999

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

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Barbara Boxer
@barbaraboxer· Democratic · CA· Jan 25, 1999

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

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Barbara Boxer
@barbaraboxer· Democratic · CA· Jan 25, 1999

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

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