Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 19, 2013
I ask unanimous consent that the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities of the Committee on Armed Services be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on March 19, 2013, at 2:30 p.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and the Coast Guard
Said by
Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois
Source
govinfo.gov
Mar 19, 2013

Share

More from Dick Durbin

Aug 15, 2026

Investing in our airports is laying the foundation for increased connectivity and reliability.

duckworth.senate.gov
Aug 28, 2026

The 129 responses we received made it clear that this legislation will mean shuttering of services, layoffs, and even hospital closures—meaning patients will needlessly suffer.

duckworth.senate.gov
Aug 17, 2026

Nominations hearings, like this one today, are an essential part of the Senate’s role in providing advice and consent on presidential nominees. This constitutional duty is a critical check on the Executive Branch. And it has never been…

durbin.senate.gov
Aug 26, 2026

Together, you’ve created a space where residents can access pediatric care, behavioral health services, housing and employment support, and much more.

durbin.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation