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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.
At some point, just for the benefit of Members, there could theoretically be a third amendment tonight if Senator LeMieux is ready to have that vote and if there is no objection by any other Member. The other point, I inform my colleague…
It would be the only Kyl amendment remaining pending to the treaty. The PRESIDING OFFICER. If the Senator will withhold. There is no Kyl amendment pending.
I can tell my colleague that the amendment I would be agreeing not to bring up is amendment No. 4854. I misspoke when I said it is pending. It is filed to the treaty.
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Kansas (Mr. Brownback). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 33, nays 64, as follows: [Rollcall…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Kansas (Mr. Brownback). The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Merkley). Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 35, nays 62, as…
Reserving the right to object, I apologize. Did Senator Corker ask a unanimous consent request? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Yes, to call up an amendment.
Might I ask the Senator from Tennessee whether he talked with one of the Senators from South Carolina about this?
I do not have any objections as long as we return to the treaty so those who have amendments to the treaty will at least have their rights protected. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there an objection?
I will not object. I simply note that I think we will need an understanding that we will work with our other interested colleagues on a way forward on all of these issues. Having expressed that as a matter of good faith, I suspect we can…
The following Senator is necessarily absent: the Senator from Kansas (Mr. Brownback). The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there any other Senators in the Chamber desiring to vote? The result was announced--yeas 33, nays 64, as follows: [Rollcall…
I would be happy to yield for a question. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from South Dakota.
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