Dec 10, 2014
I am an original cosponsor of this legislation and appreciate your long-standing partnership on this issue. The bill clarifies that, in establishing the minimum leverage capital and risk- based capital standards under section 171, the…
Mike Johanns
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Mike Johanns is a former United States Senator from Nebraska, serving from 2009 to 2015. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the position of Secretary of Agriculture under President George W. Bush from 2005 to 2007. Johanns has a background in law and public service, having served as the Governor of Nebraska from 1999 to 2005. His tenure in the Senate included work on agricultural policy and issues related to rural development. Johanns is known for his commitment to supporting farmers and ranchers during his time in office.
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December 13, 2014
I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? Mr. HATCH addressed the Chair. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Utah.
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Dec 10, 2014
Mr. President, it is an honor for me to stand and pay tribute to Saxby Chambliss. I think the first time I got to work around Saxby was when I was nominated as the Secretary of Agriculture, and I think the first hearing Saxby chaired as…
Dec 9, 2014
I wish to start by saying I so appreciate the kind words by Senators McCain, Chambliss, and Isakson. I see there are others in the Chamber who may weigh in and offer a thought or two. I can't express how much I appreciate it. I would like…
Dec 4, 2014
I ask for the yeas and nays. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the nomination of Joseph S. Hezir, of Virginia, to…
Dec 4, 2014
Mr. President, just a word or two to both leaders. Thank you so much for your kind words. I also want to say thank you for mentioning my wife Stephanie. This has been a remarkable partnership for a lot of years, and I could not have done…
Nov 20, 2014
Madam President, I rise today to honor the service of a dedicated leader in my home State of Nebraska. Governor Dave Heineman has guided our State during the past 10 years with vision and with laser-like focus on efficient government…
Jul 30, 2014
Mr. President, I was here during the days when the Affordable Care Act was being debated, if you could call it that. I was here during the time when the effort of Senate Democrats was simply to keep 60 together so they could pass this bill…
Jul 17, 2014
Mr. President, I will begin today by acknowledging the good work of the good Senator from Montana. This bill has been around for a long time, and it is our hope that we will get to a point today where we can say that finally we have solved…
Jul 15, 2014
Mr. President, I yield back all time and ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The question is, Will the Senate advise and consent to the nomination of…
Jun 5, 2014
Mr. President, at the very start of my comments, let me make it clear that the nominee we are voting on today will have my support. I like her from a personal standpoint. I think she is competent. I think she is able to do the job that is…
Jun 4, 2014
Mr. President, I rise today to discuss EPA's joint proposed rule redefining waters of the United States. Claims to the contrary notwithstanding, EPA has once again thrown down the gauntlet with this massive expansion of Federal…
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