Jun 9, 2011
So then I will yield to him for some questions. I can do that under the rules; is that correct? The PRESIDING OFFICER. That is correct.
Barbara Boxer
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Barbara Boxer is a former United States Senator from California, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 3, 1983, to January 5, 1993. Throughout her political career, Boxer was known for her strong advocacy on environmental issues, women's rights, and healthcare reform. She played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those aimed at addressing climate change and protecting public health.
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Jun 9, 2011
My unanimous consent request is that I have the right to call on Senator Brown. I can yield to Senator Brown is my understanding. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator can yield time but not control of the floor.
Jun 9, 2011
Mr. President, as I understand it, I will have an hour and a half to present our side on the amendment and Senator Snowe will have an hour and a half. Could the Chair please give me the exact timeframes. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore…
Jun 9, 2011
I said at the conclusion of my remarks we would turn to Senator Brown. How many minutes remain on each side? The PRESIDING OFFICER. There is 68 minutes for the majority and 47 minutes for the minority.
Jun 9, 2011
Thank you very much. I was close. I wish to let Senator Snowe know what my plan is at this time. First, I am going to yield some time on another subject--but it will be used on our time--to Senator Whitehouse, who has something very…
Jun 9, 2011
That is correct. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered.
Jun 9, 2011
All right. I think I have the time; is that right? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Let's make sure. Up to 10 minutes for Senator Brown of Ohio, then Senator Thune to follow, and then Senator Coburn will follow.
Jun 9, 2011
Reserving the right to object, and I will not object, could we have some indication of timeframe? It is all fine.
Jun 9, 2011
Mr. President, in my 5 minutes, here is what I wish to say: Yes, I have offered many amendments on this floor, as have all my colleagues. But if I see an amendment and colleagues see an amendment that could hurt, we believe, the health of…
Jun 9, 2011
Mr. President, I just want to thank my colleague for his remarks. I offer my deepest sympathies to these impacted by that terrible fire. Unfortunately, in this country we are witnessing so many disasters. It is so difficult for the people…
Jun 9, 2011
Mr. President, we are working on a bill that is a jobs bill, plain and simple. It does not have any fancy parts to it. It is a reauthorization of a program that was set up in 1965. The purpose was very clear: to go into areas in our States…
Jun 8, 2011
I will not yield. I have stated that before, but thank you for asking. Here is where we are. I have to reiterate so I don't lose my place. Under Bill Clinton, the Democrats balanced the budget, created surpluses and 23 million jobs. George…
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