There is this ying and yang that goes back and forth. We all want to balance security with convenience.

But we have to remember that 9/11 was a game-changer and that a lot of important adjustments needed to be made.

We owe our members of the service the very best that we can provide them.

First, with recent announcement about looking more toward the Western Pacific in terms of locating some facilities.

For me, national security and taking care of our veterans rises to a higher level than a lot of programs.

I want you to know I'm more than willing to work with you to help achieve the goals.

Mr. President, this amendment is very simple. It is a matter of equity and fairness. The reality is that a majority of States, such as Indiana, my State, and many others do not receive their fair share of the distribution of highway funds…

I urge my colleagues to take a look at getting fairness in the distribution of funds. A majority of States are not treated fairly. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to amendment No. 1517.

Mr. President, I now call up my amendment No. 1517, which is at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Indiana [Mr. Coats] for himself and Mr. Lugar, proposes an…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent to set aside the pending amendment and call up amendment No. 1779 on behalf of Senator Alexander, and amendments Nos. 1589 and 1756 on behalf of Senator DeMint, en bloc. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without…

Mr. President, this amendment No. 1517 is of major significance to Indiana, as well as to a majority of the States across this country. Most people are familiar with the fact that when they pull up to the pump, they are not only paying for…