I am concerned with the amount of resources being dedicated to addressing new regulations related to Fukushima, that there is a possibility that the NRC will fail to address potential safety issues that exist at our plants today.

Since I came to the Senate, I have worked closely with my colleagues to ensure that nuclear energy can continue to be a vital part of America's energy mix.

The Washington vision is a vision that says nuclear energy must take a back seat to other forms of energy, despite the industry's proven track record of reliability and affordability.

I have long been a supporter of Yucca Mountain and I continue to believe that the project should move forward.

Thank you for the leadership you have shown in restoring the type of collegiality that is critically important for the Commission.

We need a nominee who will take a thoughtful approach to addressing these issues and we need a nominee that will recognize that the regulations beyond Tier 1 can be costly to the industry and yield in terms of actual safety benefits.

Thank you for the courtesy. I wanted to have the opportunity to reintroduce Dr. Macfarlane to our Committee.

Mr. President, I rise in strong support of S. Res. 65, a resolution which sends Israel, Iran, and the region a clear message: We stand with our friends in Israel as they face the looming threat of a nuclear-capable Iran. I thank Senators…

I am very enthusiastic for Penny's nomination. I have seen her as a voice for business that the President will have to heed.

We have been on the forefront of telehealth and many different avenues from health care to mental health.

Why don't we just take the clinic that the VA has, take the space that is beautiful space, put it in there and have a collaborative effort? It is all Federal money.

I would argue that we have the best, if not, the top in the country when it comes to delivery in the most harsh climates, conditions, and situations.

Let me again say thank you for all the work that you guys have done in regards to getting what I called the 'Heroes Card,' but really delivery for health care for veterans no matter where they live, the services they have earned and…

But the bigger issue is we have, as you know, a hospital in Barrow, one being developed in Kenai, Nome is completed, Matsu, a beautiful facility, the whole top floor is empty because they do not have a staffing package.

I appreciate I think the regulatory change you made to eliminate copays on mental health providers on mental health services.

I believe we must have a Cabinet official who is strongly committed to economic expansion, trade promotion, and policies that strengthen our competitiveness.

The next Commerce Secretary must also work to create a more business-friendly environment.

I do.