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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, each May, since 1978, we have honored the rich heritage and countless accomplishments of the many Asian Pacific Americans in our country. I am delighted to recognize Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and to pay tribute…
Madam President, I rise to express my strong support for the Democracy Is Strengthened by Casting Light on Spending in Elections Act, also called the DISCLOSE Act. I want to thank Senator Schumer for his work on this important bill and say…
Mr. President, is it appropriate for me to speak on the bill for a few minutes, please. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The motion to proceed is pending.
Thank you very much. Mr. President, on a big bill, I find this a very puzzling situation where for the second time the other side of the aisle has essentially said, We won't let you go to a vote on a motion to proceed to debate until there…
Madam President, earlier today my staff brought to my attention an article that had just come out on Reuters. I read it and felt an outrage and dismay and decided I was going to come to the floor and speak about it. Today, an investigative…
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that I be permitted to speak as in morning business. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Reuters Investigation of WellPoint
Mr. President, what is the pending business? The PRESIDING OFFICER. We are in executive session.
I will speak on the nominee at this time. I come to the floor to support the nomination of Dr. Lael Brainard to be the next Under Secretary of the Treasury for International Affairs. Before I proceed, let me say I have known Lael Brainard…
Mr. President, I rise today on behalf of myself and Senator Boxer to introduce the Buffalo Soldiers in the National Parks Study Act. This legislation is an important step in preserving the legacy of the Army's first all-black infantry and…
Mr. President, I rise today to speak about a specific section of the health insurance reform bill. There has been some concern that language in the bills could be misinterpreted to create new causes of action or claims that would interfere…
These rate increases go into place May 1. So it is vital that we take some action before May 1, or all throughout the United States there are going to be substantial premium increases. I yield the floor.
Mr. President, I rise in support of the education provisions in the reconciliation legislation that reforms Federal student loan programs and will help our Nation's neediest students afford college by providing $35.5 billion for the…
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