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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.

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May 4, 2023

I was disappointed to see that the budget request makes no mention of the Native Hawaiian community.

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May 3, 2023

Madam President, 8 months ago, we passed the Inflation Reduction Act. Sometimes when a major bill is passed, its effects are not immediate, but that is not the case with this legislation. Since the IRA was signed into law, more than 100…

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May 3, 2023

Madam President, I have seven requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority Leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate…

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May 2, 2023

I think we're all in agreement that the people of the State of Hawaii are entitled to a fair deal on all leasing moving forward.

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May 2, 2023

Promoting our national security and treating the citizens of the State of Hawaii with fairness and respect are not mutually exclusive.

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May 2, 2023

Promoting our national security and treating the citizens of the State of Hawaii with fairness and respect are not mutually exclusive.

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May 2, 2023

Hawaii is the homeland. Hawaii is not an insular area. It is the 50th State.

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May 2, 2023

Hawaii is the homeland. Hawaii is not an insular area. It is the 50th State.

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May 2, 2023

I think we're all in agreement that the people of the State of Hawaii are entitled to a fair deal on all leasing moving forward.

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Apr 27, 2023

Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate consider the following nominations: all nominations on the Secretary's desk in the Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force; that the nominations be confirmed en bloc…

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