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Many of those who carry out the work of the American people were fortunate to escape the worst days of the oppressive Washington summer. But as policy makers return to their hectic schedules, we must remember that there are many thousands…
an apocryphal tale is often told by professors of economics in classrooms across the country. It is a tale about a king who asks his advisers to teach him the laws of economics. The king's advisers return with a book on the subject. But…
on pleasant summer days, such as these, I doubt that the average person worries too much about the intricacies of energy policy. However, energy is the life's blood of our economy. Obviously, a comprehensive energy policy is a critical…
I speak today on the subject: A fast track, a fast way around the Constitution. Last Friday, I listened with great interest to the concerns that were raised in opposition to the free-trade agreements negotiated by the administration with…
for more than a century now, national commentators of one type or another have stereotyped, mocked, and ridiculed the people of Appalachia. They continued to do so even as the region and its people were savaged by Northeast industrialists…
I congratulate the Chair on upholding the rules of the Senate. Let them laugh. I am laughing, too. If these executives are looking for new ideas for television reality shows, may I suggest a few. We could take highly paid, well-groomed…
Many Senators may not be surprised by these revelations. It is a well-established practice for former Government workers to lobby their old colleagues. What is alarming about this situation is how quickly Secretary Ridge's former aides…
I concur with the remarks of the distinguished chairman and I support the interest of the Senator from Rhode Island in establishing an investigative presence in his State. There is no substitute for having investigators and special agents…
the able Senator from Mississippi is correct in stating that this provision would apply postemployment standards to more employees at the Department of Homeland Security than other executive departments. The amendment applies the same…
I say further, if I may, what I have said is no reflection on the distinguished manager of the bill. He has been an excellent chairman of this new subcommittee and this is the first time we have appropriated on a full bill for this new…
it was just 1 year ago that the Senate was preparing to begin debate on the creation of a Department of Homeland Security. The September 11 attacks had occurred just 9 months earlier, and fear that more had to be done to protect the…
last November Congress enacted the largest reorganization of the Federal Government in half a century. At that time, the Senate was under extraordinary pressure to pass a bill quickly. The President traveled the country giving campaign…
It is important that this amendment be adopted. We are not just talking about this administration. We are not just talking about this Secretary of the Department. We are saying that there should not be a blanket exemption available to any…
Is this administration serious or is it not serious about homeland security? Is it serious or is it not serious? We have heard all this talk--or is it mere talk? Is it just rhetoric? Is it rhetoric without resources? Let me say again…
I have three amendments. But I do not want to vote on my amendments in a stack. For my amendments, I want to have them voted on each after the debate on that particular amendment. I think that is the better way. I think whatever debate we…
the Murray amendment included in the manager's package provides $1 million for the Ports and Waterways Safety Systems, PAWSS, which is the Coast Guard's program to improve waterway safety. The $1 million would continue efforts of the Coast…
Yes, I am also aware of this program and understand that, for the first time, Florida's local and State law enforcement officials have access to an integrated law enforcement database that can provide them with the needed law enforcement…
I also agree that the Department of Homeland Security should continue the efforts that have been initiated by the Senator from New Mexico. There are serious needs that ought to be met along the border in his State, and it is my belief that…
the amendment I have offered on behalf of Senator Dodd does two things: One, it ensures that funding to operate and maintain the Coast Guard's research and development, R&D, center in Connecticut is funded at levels provided in fiscal year…
I support the amendment of Senator Conrad and Senator Dorgan. I understand the amendment also has the support of the majority. The amendment would direct the Under Secretary of emergency Preparedness and Response to review and report back…
I offered an amendment last January to add $5 billion to the omnibus appropriations bill for 2003 for homeland security programs such as port security, nuclear security, airport security, and first responders. The White House labeled the…
I want to thank the very distinguished Senator from New York, Mrs. Clinton, on the ringing defense of the provisions that are set forth in the amendment that I and several other Senators are cosponsoring. I do not think any Senator could…
Who well lives, long lives; for this age of ours should not be numbered by years, days and hours. We are gathered here today to salute a friend and colleague who has lived long and spent his days well. Strom Thurmond has been a teacher, an…
I agree this is important and timely funding for one of the many needs facing our Nation as we deal with terrorist threats.
Senator Cochran has said there is no end to the list of homeland security needs. He is absolutely correct on that. We could list these security needs from now until Kingdom come. Additional needs can be found. So he is correct. But that…
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