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Richard Shelby

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Richard Shelby is a former United States Senator from Alabama, serving from January 3, 1987, until January 3, 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Shelby was known for his work on various committees, including Appropriations and Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Throughout his tenure, he focused on issues such as military funding, economic development, and infrastructure improvements in Alabama.

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Apr 9, 2014

I believe, Madam Secretary, that we must use sound science and accurate data to evaluate the health of the snapper stock.

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Apr 9, 2014

This calls into question the administration's level of commitment to a forward-thinking, inspirational space program, I believe.

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Apr 9, 2014

NASA serves as an inspiration to many across the globe.

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Apr 9, 2014

the idea of picking winners and losers in the marketplace, that's the tenet of communism, socialism, and so forth.

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Apr 8, 2014

The Department has repeatedly proposed H-2B rules that would add regulatory burdens and costs to American businesses.

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Apr 2, 2014

We want to make sure you have the tools to do your job, because the Inspector General... we created that position for a reason.

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Apr 2, 2014

Public trust and confidence are essential to successful Federal law enforcement efforts.

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Apr 2, 2014

we want to protect the Constitution, we want to protect the people against all enemies, foreign and domestic.

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Apr 2, 2014

I have joined several other Senators in advocating for a $30 million appropriation for this program.

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Apr 2, 2014

I question whether law enforcement components can actually deliver the level of cuts required.

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Apr 2, 2014

But, the Inspector General at the Department of Justice couldn't do his job unless they had unfettered access to stuff he was seeking.

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Apr 2, 2014

Thank you, Mr. Inspector General. We appreciate the work you're doing, your dedication.

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