I rise today to recognize and congratulate an exceptional Arkansan, Peyton Bolling, as we celebrate her making history as the first Miss Arkansas' Teen to be crowned as Miss America's Teen. Our State is home to many talented, intelligent…

I rise in opposition to amendment No. 1441. I appreciate the concerns of my colleague from New Jersey; however, this amendment is not necessary. Secretary Rollins is conducting a thorough and timely review of the USDA contracts. Upon the…

I rise in opposition to Amendment No. 1726. I appreciate the concerns of my colleague from New Mexico regarding the challenges facing Americans in rural areas and those in need of nutrition assistance. However, this amendment indicates…

I rise in opposition to amendment No. 233. I appreciate the concerns of my colleague from Maryland, and I share support for the school meal programs. I am eager for the Agriculture Committee to turn to child nutrition reauthorization this…

I rise in opposition to amendment No. 664. Agriculture Secretary Rollins and the White House have made clear that addressing avian flu is a top priority. I share my colleague from Michigan's concerns about avian flu, but this is not the…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Mullin). Without objection, it is so ordered.

I ask unanimous consent that our intern on the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Kylee Henneberry be granted floor privileges through May 9, 2025, and the CFTC detailee Kevin Webb also be granted floor privileges through…

I am honored to speak on the floor of the Senate and support Brooke Rollins to be Secretary of Agriculture. The Senate will vote on her nomination in this Cabinet position today, and I encourage my colleagues to vote yes. America's…

the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has adopted rules governing its procedures for the 119th Congress. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 2, of the Standing Rules of the Senate, on behalf of myself and Senator Klobuchar, I…

I rise today to recognize SMSgt Katrina Butler for her dedicated service to the U.S. Air Force and the Senate as a legislative defense fellow. Katrina has served as a vital part of my team since January 2024 as a trusted adviser on issues…

our farmers are hurting. Increased input costs, high interest rates, and depressed commodity prices have created dark conditions in rural America. Farmers, lenders, and community leaders in all regions of the country are saying the same…

last week, hundreds of farmers and ranchers, from all regions of our country, representing operations of all sizes and all the major crops, traveled to the Capitol to encourage us to pass a strong, farm-focused farm bill before the end of…

Thank you a bunch, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for holding this really, really very important hearing.

I rise today to congratulate U.S. Army LTG Jonathan Stubbs on his promotion to director of the Army National Guard. General Stubbs was appointed by Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders to serve as adjutant general of the Arkansas…

I rise today to applaud the American women competing for the Solheim Cup at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville, VA, this week. The Solheim Cup is the world's leading match play competition for women professional golfers and…

I ask unanimous consent that I be permitted to speak for up to 5 minutes and Senator Hoeven be permitted to speak up to 5 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

I rise today to congratulate the Chief of Army Reserve and Commanding General of U.S. Army Reserve Command, LTG Jody J. Daniels on her retirement from the U.S. Army Reserve. Lieutenant General Daniels' 41-year career has been characterized…

We have done a good job, I think, by and large, over the past 10 years implementing Dodd-Frank and Title VII.

We have done a good job, I think, by and large, over the past 10 years implementing Dodd-Frank and Title VII.

As policymakers we must also protect innovation and provide regulatory certainty businesses need to maintain their operations in the United States.

As policymakers we must also protect innovation and provide regulatory certainty businesses need to maintain their operations in the United States.

Again, we certainly do need to get a farm bill done, and we just have a real difference of opinion as to how we get that done.

I have consistently said in the past that I believe the CFTC is the right agency to regulate spot digital commodities.

The CFTC's principle-based approach has proven to effectively protect consumers in the derivatives market.

I have consistently said in the past that I believe the CFTC is the right agency to regulate spot digital commodities.