Political Quotes

“Mr. President, I just wanted to compliment my colleague Senator Van Hollen for his comments. I think he has said it the way that everyone in Maryland feels. We have worked together as a team on this. This is a national tragedy. We thank our Federal partners for their help. We are proud of the unified efforts that have evolved. I appreciate Senator Van Hollen's comments about just ordinary citizens who have really rallied behind the situation, helping their neighbors, providing food, providing opportunities that were lost as a result of the bridge collapse. It has really been gratifying to see the unity and support of our community. We need this legislation passed. I urge our colleagues to find a way that we can get this done as quickly as possible. I thank my colleague Senator Van Hollen for his incredible leadership during this time. I yield the floor. I suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Markey). The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll.”