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Jon Kyl

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Jon Kyl is a former United States Senator from Arizona, serving from 1995 to 2013. A member of the Republican Party, Kyl was known for his work on issues such as tax policy, national security, and judicial appointments. During his tenure, he played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including the confirmation of Supreme Court justices and tax reform initiatives. Kyl also served as the Senate Minority Whip from 2007 to 2013, showcasing his leadership within the party.

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Mar 14, 2012

It is simply unreasonable to believe that PNTR can be extended to Russia without a more thorough examination of the issues.

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``nay.'' The PRESIDING OFFICER…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``yea.'' The PRESIDING OFFICER…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``yea.'' The PRESIDING OFFICER…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``yea.'' The PRESIDING OFFICER…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``nay.'' The PRESIDING OFFICER…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``yea.'' The PRESIDING OFFICER…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``nay.'' The PRESIDING OFFICER…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) and the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``nay.'' The ACTING PRESIDENT pro…

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Mar 13, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Utah (Mr. Hatch) would have voted ``yea.'' The ACTING PRESIDENT pro…

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Mar 13, 2012

I rise to explain the reasons I voted for Roberts amendment No. 1826. First, the amendment would increase America's energy supply by approving the Keystone XL pipeline, opening lands in the Outer Continental Shelf and the Alaska National…

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Mar 13, 2012

I rise today in opposition to the Baucus amendment No. 1825. Although I wholeheartedly support full funding for the Payment in Lieu of Taxes, PILT, Program, I have to oppose this amendment because it also includes a reauthorization for…

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Mar 12, 2012

on behalf of the Republican leader, I ask unanimous consent, notwithstanding any other rule of the Senate, that immediately following the disposition of the pending Transportation bill, the Senate proceed to the consideration of H.R. 3606…

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Mar 12, 2012

I appreciate what the majority leader said. He is right about the importance of the legislation approved by majorities of both parties of the House of Representatives. I join him in hoping we can bring this to the floor as soon as possible…

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Mar 12, 2012

I come to the floor today to respond to some arguments made in a recent opinion article by the chairman and ranking member of the Senate and House Budget Committees, respectively. It is entitled ``GOP Budget Attacks Misguided.'' The crux…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk), the Senator from Kentucky (Mr. Paul) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Manchin). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was…

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Mar 8, 2012

The following Senators are necessarily absent: The Senator from Illinois (Mr. Kirk) and the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Thune). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Sanders). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The yeas…

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Mar 7, 2012

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Benefits of Free Enterprise

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