I ask unanimous consent to speak for up to 15 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to a period of morning business with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Coons). Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

We need to find ways to cut unnecessary spending and spend remaining funds more carefully.

Before I had the great privilege of serving in the Congress I was an outdoor educator and a mountain guide.

rollcall votes in relation to amendments to the small business jobs bill are expected during tomorrow's session. Senators will be notified when votes are scheduled. ____________________

Thank you, Director Jarvis for that important statement, for that focus on jobs and the economy.

The Subcommittee on National Parks will come to order.

I look forward to working with you as we move forward.

Clearly his passion for the Park Service and the Park System is well established.

if there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask unanimous consent that it adjourn under the provisions of S. Res. 114 as a further mark of respect to the memory of Congresswoman Geraldine A. Ferraro. There being no…

The Administration's proposed budget of $2.9 billion in appropriated funds for the National Park Service is, in my view, a reasonable one.

I ask unanimous consent that the bill be read the third time and passed, the motion to reconsider be laid upon the table, with no intervening action or debate, and that any statements relating to the measure be printed in the Record. The…

The State side of LWCF has been a very essential program in many cash strapped States to provide green space and provide improvements to parks in over 40,000 properties across this country.

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of S. Res. 114, submitted earlier today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution by title. The legislative clerk read as follows: A…

I have to tell you I really appreciate the open minded approach your team has brought to looking at these tough fiscal year constraints we face.

I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, the motions to reconsider be laid upon the table, with no intervening action or debate, and that any statements relating to the measure be printed in the…

Thank you, Director Jarvis, not just for your testimony but for your service.

I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 30; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be deemed…

It's one of the reasons that Senator Risch and I started the Senate Outdoor Recreation Caucus.

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of H.R. 1079, which is at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the bill by title. The legislative clerk read as follows: A bill (H.R. 1079) to…

I know the Senator from Louisiana has an interest in the possibilities of this legislation. I also see my colleague from Maine, who has graciously joined me in cosponsoring this important bill and, as well, understands the way in which we…

if I may ask my colleague, through the Chair, the nature of the objection given that this would be so important to expanding business opportunities when our economy is in a troubled state. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The senior Senator from…

I rise to speak on a matter that is a real concern to me and many in this body but, most importantly, to the citizens of this country. It has to do with efforts to climb out of this long recession. There are still pockets of the United…

I rise today to recognize the life and achievements of Cesar Estrada Chavez, a man who led our nation in the struggle for civil rights and whose efforts helped create a better future for all Americans. On March 31, 2011, we will celebrate…