Tom Harkin: “Almost a year ago, this committee met in the wake of the worst mining accident our history has seen in decades.”

I look forward to her speedy confirmation.

Tomorrow, April 28, is Workers Memorial Day, a day unions and others, here and around the globe, remember those who have been killed, injured, and diseased on the job.

I particularly appreciate that the students from Westwood, which closed in 2016, finally have been granted relief.

I introduced the Protect Student Borrowers Act with Senators Durbin, Warren and Murphy--and I want to thank Senator Warren for her great leadership on this issue and many other issues.