I am convinced DOD will lead us toward more energy security and new technologies, if we provide them with the support and the interest.

Such a commission, if it were established, should consider very basic issues--for example, the longstanding up-and-out practice of the military.

I, too, hope the Senate will move quickly to ratify the treaty by the end of the year.

I think there is a terrific opportunity in the Senate in the ratification process to address these bipartisan concerns.

I listened intently to my friend from Alabama. I have had the opportunity when I have presided to listen to him share his point of view with the Senate. As always, he is articulate and passionate. Before I make two unanimous consent…

I rise on an important matter that affects all of us, Senators and citizens of our States alike, and that is the shortfall in the process of confirming nominations to the Federal bench. In particular, I wish to talk about one outstanding…

Judicial understaffing in Colorado and in the home State of the Presiding Officer and all the Senators has a real effect on residents and businesses. As the caseload increases for each judge, more and more time must be devoted to criminal…

I rise today because I know we need to throw a lifeline to small businesses by increasing their access to credit. They have bills to pay, payroll checks to issue, and accounts payable mounting as they try to drive economic development. I…

I rise today to urge us here in the Senate to seize an opportunity that is critically important to our Nation's economic recovery and our long-term energy future by establishing a National Renewable Electricity Standard which is known in…

today I am introducing, along with Senators Michael Bennet, Mark Begich, Bob Casey, and Jeanne Shaheen, legislation to support elementary school principals and help prepare America's children for a successful education. Our bill would…

today I am introducing, along with my friend and colleague Senator Crapo, legislation to encourage further protection of our treasured lands, ranches and family farms. The American Family Farm and Ranchland Protection Act is a bipartisan…

today I am introducing legislation to help the Pentagon turn energy from a source of risk to a source of advantage. The Department of Defense, DOD, Energy Security Act would decrease the Pentagon's consumption of petroleum, reduce reliance…

we are working here on the floor of the Senate to encourage a strong economic recovery, but it still remains clear that too many Americans are unable to find work. We know small businesses are the real job engines in our economy, so I am…

the oilspill in the gulf looks to become one of the greatest environmental disasters in our lifetime. This accident, which has been brought on by our addiction to oil, is another tragic reminder--as if we needed one--of the sad…

I rise today to speak about legislation I am introducing, co-sponsored by Senators Bennett, Hatch, and Bennet of Colorado, to effectuate a relatively small land exchange involving lands in Colorado and Utah. The exchange involves a private…

I think the great disservice that National Public Radio did to everyone was to try to isolate TBI from PTSD.

today I am joined by Senator Shaheen and Chairman Bingaman in introducing a bill to help prevent future disasters like the one we are seeing unfold in the Gulf of Mexico. Our bill focuses Federal oil and gas research and development funds…

I rise to highlight the celebration of Juneteenth throughout my State of Colorado. One hundred forty-five years ago, Black slaves in Galveston, TX, heard the contents of ``General Order No. 3,'' which proclaimed their freedom from slavery…

I rise today to discuss a bill that I filed, called the Electric Consumer Right to Know Act. This bill takes a common-sense step toward broadening consumers' access to data about their electricity usage. On top of that, I am proud to say…

I rise in opposition to the resolution offered by my good friend, the Senator from Alaska. Recent events have given us pause. If there has ever been a wake-up call, then surely the images of oiled pelicans, docked charter boats, and the…

S. 3404, also introduced by Senator Udall, to require the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Reclamation, to take actions to clean up the pollution at Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel in Lake County, Colorado.

S. 3387, introduced by Senator Mark Udall, to provide for the release of water from Ruedi Reservoir, to promote fish habitat conservation in the Colorado River.

I want to emphasize for the record that the goal of my legislation--the Leadville Mine Drainage Tunnel Act of 2010 (S. 3404)--is not to force the Bureau of Reclamation to act when it believes the tunnel is safe.

I rise today to speak about the Renewable Energy Market Access Program Act, or REMAP Act, which I introduced to help grow American renewable energy and energy efficiency exports abroad. This bill would help small- and medium-sized…

I'm deeply pleased that President Obama recognizes the talent and creativity that Carl will bring to our discussions on science and in particular STEM education.