If it is an industry problem, we should hear from the industry, not just from Toyota.

I am pleased to join my colleagues in support of H.R. 1299, the Capitol Police Administration bill, the legislative vehicle for the Travel Promotion Act of 2009. The Travel Promotion Act of 2009 will allow the United States to remain…

My constituents have expressed some concerns about anticipated security-related expenses that will be associated with this event.

It is my hope that the State of Hawaii can look forward to the full cooperation of the Department of State and all the other coordinating Federal agencies.

let's make it clear. This is not the plan the President presented last evening. The President allows growth in Homeland Security. This amendment does not. The President's proposal doesn't put a cap on emergency spending. Yes, we have…

I rise to speak in opposition to an amendment offered by the Senator from Oklahoma. Once again, we find ourselves debating an amendment that at first blush sounds like a good thing. But when Members take the time to actually read the…

this is a very serious amendment. Potentially it could be damaging. It says, very simply, if the funds are not obligated for 2 years, then it is rescinded. It sounds reasonable, but I think it is no secret it takes longer than 2 years to…

the Pacific Telehealth and Technology Hui formed in 1999 allows joint development of telemedicine technologies for both organizations in the Pacific.

the Hui allows joint development of telemedicine technologies for both organizations in the Pacific.

It is a great honor to be here today in support of President Barack Obama's nomination of David Lorenzo Strickland.

Mr. Chairman, as I indicated, Mr. Strickland is a bright, talented professional who will greatly benefit the Obama Administration and the public, and will bring strength and credibility to that agency.

During the 110th Congress, David Strickland had a hand in at least seven Senate Commerce Committee measures that became law.

David is a bright, talented professional who will greatly benefit the Obama Administration and the American public.

Supported by David's efforts, the Commerce Committee pursued a very aggressive pro-consumer agenda.

If it weren't for David, we'd still be waiting.

The Committee's work was hailed by many as the most comprehensive initiative in automotive safety in years.

We also thank the veteran service organizations who have urged passage of S. 1155.

We believe that enactment of S. 1155 is essential to improving patient care for our Nation's veterans.

I am writing to personally express my strong support for the enforcement of U.S. cargo preference laws.

It is the correct path to take and to continue to persevere even in this most difficult of economic times.

We must move forward based on current circumstances, once again committing ourselves to reduce our dependency on foreign oil.

Just imagine where Hawaii would be today, particularly in the development of our geothermal energy and ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC).

I am committed to a greater clean energy future for Hawaii, and am presently working toward an enduring Federal energy presence in Hawaii.

We have been fortunate to have the assistance of Senator Inouye's office to gain familiarity with the ARRA programs.

the occupancies are rising, and yet even at that, and even with the legislature raising the hotel room tax this year, our revenues from the hotel room tax are down substantially.