May 22, 2012
I am pleased and proud to follow Senator Harkin, one of the chief authors of the FDA bill, and to thank him and Senator Enzi for this truly bipartisan, monumental work on a measure that is essential to the future of the health of our…
Richard Blumenthal
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Richard Blumenthal is an American lawyer and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Connecticut since 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, Blumenthal has focused on issues such as consumer protection, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his tenure. He previously served as the Attorney General of Connecticut from 1991 to 2011, where he gained recognition for his advocacy on behalf of consumers and his efforts to hold corporations accountable. Blumenthal has been an active voice in the Senate, participating in various committees and addressing key national issues.
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May 14, 2012
today I wish to pay tribute to Commander Merle J. Smith, Jr., of Mystic, CT, who was honored on April 1, 2012, during the Coast Guard's annual Eclipse Week, as the first African-American graduate of the Coast Guard Academy in 1966. Founded…
May 14, 2012
this past Sunday, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, VVMF, held a dedication ceremony on the National Mall, commemorating ten courageous men whose names recently have been carved on the black granite walls of the Vietnam Veterans…
May 14, 2012
I have introduced a bill called the Fair Employment Opportunity Act of 2011, that would prohibit that kind of----
May 14, 2012
It would bar employers and agencies from refusing to consider or hire qualified individuals simply because they are unemployed.
May 10, 2012
privacy is a fundamentally and almost uniquely American value. It is the reason the Colonies rebelled--one of the major reasons they rebelled--against the British. The invasion of our homes by British soldiers without court approval, the…
May 10, 2012
every year the U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA, honors our country's local entrepreneurs, hardworking Americans who have built businesses from ideas and created jobs for their communities. I would like to congratulate the eight…
May 10, 2012
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Brown of Ohio). Without objection, it is so ordered. Password Protection Act
May 9, 2012
I am honored to follow my distinguished colleague from New York and his very powerful and eloquent words on a subject that concerns all of us, not only in New England but across the country. I have heard from countless students in…
Apr 26, 2012
today I wish to recognize the 2011 inductees of the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame, a nonprofit organization that honors men and women from Connecticut who have served their communities in commendable ways since retiring from the…
Apr 26, 2012
today I wish to recognize the 2011 Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame inductees and their contributions to the recent history of the State of Connecticut and our Nation. In the spirit of preserving the often untold accomplishments of…
Apr 26, 2012
today I commend the Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestras, GBYO, as it celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. This legendary local group currently at a membership of 250 students of all ages from 29 different communities around the city…
Apr 25, 2012
I think there's an emerging issue of competition for resources, especially when you see large events moving up the coast absorbing resources as they move.
Apr 25, 2012
today I wish to pay tribute to the extraordinary life and immeasurable legacy of long-time Connecticut legislator and Superior Court judge, the Honorable Robert Satter, who passed away on January 16, 2012, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The…
Apr 25, 2012
today I rise to recognize the Stamford Young Artists Philharmonic, SYAP, and most especially, Salvatore Princiotti, SYAP's beloved founder and conductor, who is retiring after 52 years. Currently, SYAP runs eight different ensembles for a…
Apr 25, 2012
today I wish to acknowledge the seven Connecticut students who have been named 2012 Intel Science Talent Search semifinalists. This elite, national competition seeks to honor high school students who excel in a science or math research…
Apr 25, 2012
I urge the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to provide clear direction and incentives for utilities to establish micro grids, thus ensuring at least a portion of a town or city has some electricity during the next big storm.
Apr 25, 2012
I urge the Committee to review the MAG system and enact measures ensuring that every state has ready access to adequate numbers of line crews during a disaster;
Apr 25, 2012
We must take proactive steps to prevent outages and protect our communities.
Apr 24, 2012
I join the distinguished leader of the committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions in opposing S.J. Res. 36 and supporting the National Labor Relations Board rule that would very simply modernize the process that workers use to…
Apr 24, 2012
I am a strong supporter, as are other members of this Committee, of repealing DOMA, the respect for marriage act, which would provide a comprehensive solution.
Apr 24, 2012
Thank you, Madam Secretary, for your service and for your very steadfast and effective work on behalf of our national security.
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