Mazie Hirono: “I think that we need to restore some of the eligibility of our compact citizens for particularly three programs…”

I have heard from those who oversee our State veterans cemeteries that they do struggle year after year with two key issues, one, to ensure enough funding is available for day-to-day operations, and two, to maintain proper training for…

I want to start by thanking my colleague from Maryland, Senator Cardin, for pointing out the need for mental health services in our country and the disparities that exist in our country in providing such services. I thank Senator Cardin.

Judicial appointments should not be politicized; they must be based on merit.

Notwithstanding rule XXII, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of the following bills, en bloc: Calendar No. 617, H.R. 6062, and Calendar No. 393, S. 2615. There being no objection, the Senate…