Holding additional hearings and roundtable discussions ensures that our Native voices are heard and creates transparency and accountability for making meaningful progress on this matter.
Brian Schatz
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Brian Emanuel Schatz is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from Hawaii since December 26, 2012. A member of the Democratic Party, Schatz has focused on issues such as climate change, healthcare, and education during his time in office. He succeeded Daniel Akaka and has been an advocate for renewable energy and environmental protection, reflecting Hawaii's unique ecological challenges and opportunities.
Holding additional hearings and roundtable discussions ensures that our Native voices are heard and creates transparency and accountability for making meaningful progress on this matter.
The federal government has a treaty obligation to help us respond to this epidemic, and federal partnership is necessary to make any effective progress in this fight.
We must address the fentanyl crisis with urgency and compassion for our communities.
I want to thank Senator Schatz for his work to reauthorize the Native Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act.
Effectively combatting the fentanyl crisis is a multi-government effort and will require resources from the federal and state governments along with Native Nation governments.
I do not think there is anyone on this dais who would disagree that we are in a fight against global fascism.
I do not think there is anyone on this dais who would disagree that we are in a fight against global fascism.
this is a personal attack on a public servant, and it should be rejected. To be clear, Ann Carlson is legally authorized to serve as the Acting Administrator of NHTSA under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. But what this amendment would do…
I do not think there is anyone on this dais who would disagree that we are in a fight against global fascism.
Republicans need to leave the kids alone-- leave the kids alone. Right now, they are trying to deny food to LGBTQ kids because they have disagreements about policies concerning trans people. Instead of debating those disagreements among…
just to point out, this amendment only applies to surface transportation, Amtrak and passenger rail in particular. I think it is counterproductive. I understand the point that the Senator from Ohio is making. But the problem right…
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. Butler). Without objection, it is so ordered.
a quick note about the business pending before the Senate: leadership at the FAA, the Federal Aviation Administration. It has been more than 18 months since the FAA last had a Senate- confirmed leader, and in that time, we have seen an…
He listens and considers carefully before voicing his opinion, adding that he has an unwavering commitment to achieve a better system of justice that provides access to justice for all.
I'm proud to support the nominations of Micah Smith and Judge Shanlyn Park to serve as judges on the U.S. District Court in Hawaii.
I'm proud to work with a Member of the Judiciary Committee and my partner in the Senate, Senator Hirono, in supporting their nominations to the Federal bench.
If confirmed, Judge Park would make history, as noted by my colleague, Senator Schatz, as the first--the first Native Hawaiian woman to serve as a Federal district court judge.
I'm proud to support the nominations of Micah Smith and Judge Shanlyn Park to serve as judges on the U.S. District Court in Hawaii.
If confirmed, Judge Park would make history, as noted by my colleague, Senator Schatz, as the first--the first Native Hawaiian woman to serve as a Federal district court judge.
He listens and considers carefully before voicing his opinion, adding that he has an unwavering commitment to achieve a better system of justice that provides access to justice for all.
That same commitment to equal justice underpin Judge Shanlyn Park's two decades as a public defender, giving voice to those most in need.
That same commitment to equal justice underpin Judge Shanlyn Park's two decades as a public defender, giving voice to those most in need.
I'm proud to work with a Member of the Judiciary Committee and my partner in the Senate, Senator Hirono, in supporting their nominations to the Federal bench.
I'm proud to support the nominations of Micah Smith and Judge Shanlyn Park to serve as judges on the U.S. District Court in Hawaii.





