This is not the end of the conversation; it is the beginning of the conversation.

We want to make sure that people in this country know what is happening, and that we don't hide our candle under a bushel.

Earlier this year, I asked General Graham if the Corps accounts for climate change in project design. He answered yes.

We need fish passage in order to keep the environment working and allow the, what do they call them, the anadromous fish to get up the river.

This is important stuff, especially for those of us on the coasts of our country.

I just want to emphasize again the continuing importance to me of the Providence River Pilings Removal Project.

We don't come together on a lot of big issues on a bipartisan basis these days. But we did pass on a strong bipartisan basis the comprehensive bipartisan infrastructure legislation.

I would like to offer a conversation on that one, sir, and would welcome any flexibility we could get.

So following the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, I led a letter, along with seven of our Great Lakes Senators, to the Administration supporting the portion of the Corps' new construction to fully fund the Soo Locks…

1 year ago tomorrow, a violent mob attacked our Capitol--this Capitol. Five Americans died, and hundreds sustained injuries in what has been described as the worst attack on our Capitol since the War of 1812 and the worst attack on our…

The Commonwealth of Delaware? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The State of Delaware. I am sorry.

The first State. The first State to ratify the Constitution before anyone else did. It made Delaware the first State and the only State for a whole week. Jack Markell was a great Governor. I would like to say he is one of the two best…

I ask unanimous consent that I be permitted to speak for up to 15 minutes, Senator Tuberville for up to 10 minutes, and Senator Padilla for up to 10 minutes prior to the scheduled vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there an objection? Without…

I come to the floor this afternoon to talk about my friend Bob Dole, who was laid to rest last week. Before I do that, I want to just take a moment to express our heartfelt thoughts and sorrow at the loss of so many lives in more than a…

Thanks for that response. Mr. Chairman, my time has expired. I would like to have, if I could, 20 seconds to ask a question for the record.

As the Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee I fully realize the critical importance of PFAS contamination.

I personally feel a great sense of urgency to take steps that will hopefully provide relief that affected communities, families, and particularly our most vulnerable infants and children, so desperately need.

But with PFAS contamination confirmed, I think there are about 400 military bases around the country.

Thank you. Thank you all for being with us. Thank you for your work on this.

We wish you all, you and your families, happy holidays, and thank you for all that you are doing to protect God's creations on this planet.

I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The senior assistant legislative clerk called the roll. The result was announced--yeas…

The Recovering America's Wildlife Act aims to provide much needed resources for wildlife conservation and recovery.

Thank you for making sure that investments in endangered species are part of the Build Back Better Act.

We look forward to seeing you at about 11:30 on the floor when we start voting.

As our colleagues have oftentimes heard me say, things that are worth having are worth paying for.