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Ben Cardin is a United States Senator from Maryland, serving since January 4, 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and civil rights throughout his political career. Prior to his tenure in the Senate, Cardin served in the U.S. House of Representatives from January 3, 1987, to January 3, 2007, where he was known for his work on tax policy and social security reform.
Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which…
Our alliances in the region do not just reassure nations who live in Beijing's shadows; they also pay off for the American people.
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I move to proceed to executive session to consider Calendar No. 478, and I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The senior…
We should not have to choose between addressing the climate crisis or helping vulnerable communities adapt.
Mr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which…
Madam President, on Tuesday morning, March 26, I received a phone call early in the morning informing me of a major tragedy in our community. The Francis Scott Key Bridge is a vital link on the I-95 corridor. It is a bridge that is about a…
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Mr. President, I am pleased to join my colleague Senator Boozman in introducing legislation that reauthorizes and makes improvements to the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act. The Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act…
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Mr. President, before I start my remarks in regard to Sudan, I want to thank Senator Murray for her incredible leadership in regard to the appropriations issue and Senator Collins. It took a lot of work to get us to where we are now. I…
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