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Dianne Emiel Feinstein was an American politician who served as a United States Senator from California from 1992 until her death in 2023. She was the first woman to hold this position, breaking significant barriers in a predominantly male political landscape. Throughout her tenure, Feinstein was known for her advocacy on issues such as gun control, environmental protection, and intelligence oversight, playing a pivotal role in shaping legislation in these areas.
Madam President, if I may, I want to compliment Senator Lieberman on his steadfast determination to get this bill passed. I think he and his ranking member, Senator Collins, have done a very fine job. I think it is important for everyone…
I would, and I thank my colleague. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from California is recognized.
I ask unanimous consent for 1 minute to conclude. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered.
So as information comes in, it goes instantaneously into the correct area. The CEO who called me said, I didn't know that. Thank you. I have no problem with that. So I would ask my colleagues who have voted against this bill to reconsider…
Mr. President, I would like to speak in opposition to the Paul amendment, and to put this debate over foreign aid in some context. As chairman of the Intelligence Committee, I see the threats this Nation faces around the world. We are no…
Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to a man who was killed in service to his country, a man who hails from my State of California, Ambassador John Christopher Stevens. I was shocked and saddened to learn of the deaths of Ambassador…
Mr. President, I rise today to speak about the budget proposed by Congressman Paul Ryan, which has been approved twice by the House of Representatives. The Ryan budget, which is purported to be a measure of fiscal responsibility, is in…
Mr. President, I rise today to express my support for S. 3326, a trade package that includes legislation sponsored by myself and Senator McConnell to renew the import ban on Burma for another year. I have been involved in the struggle for…
Mr. President, I come to the floor as the chairman of the Intelligence Committee to, in my own way, indicate the seriousness of the job we are about to begin. I know there is controversy. I know there are differences of opinion. But what…
Mr. President, I wish to speak on the Cybersecurity Act of 2012. I assume that bill is in order and on the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The motion to proceed is pending.
Mr. President, today I wish to express my strong support for the DISCLOSE Act of 2012. This bill is a first step toward restoring some transparency and accountability to our electoral system, an action sorely needed in the wake of the…
Mr. President, I note the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Oregon.
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