I believe if you use current values for President Clinton's health care proposal, it would probably add up to about $1.1 trillion.

The economic engine of America in creating new jobs is small business.

Our energy policy needs to achieve two objectives: One, energy independence, so we are not as dependent upon foreign sources of energy; and two, we need to deal with the global climate change and greenhouse gas emission issues.

I think it is an honest budget.

I encourage you to establish reasonable goals as to how we can wean ourselves off of imported energy sources, particularly oil.

a nation's first responsibility is to defend its citizens against hostile threats. The United States exercised that responsibility when the Taliban Government of Afghanistan supported terrorist attacks against our country. Israel has the…

We need to get to universal coverage for many reasons.

I think it is desperately needed.

the spending bill we consider today contains many provisions that address urgent needs facing our Nation's economy, our Nation's families, and our Nation's troops. Among the most important, this legislation extends unemployment insurance…

I think the way this confirmation process has proceeded with the three judges before us is an example as to how we should be working on the confirmation of judges. First, I think the process under which the Senators worked with the White…

Today marks the 143rd anniversary of Juneteenth, a day on which our Nation celebrates the complete abolition of slavery in the United States. On June 19 of each year, we mark a turning point in American history. On January 1, 1863…

the people of Maryland and around the Nation are angry and frustrated. Every time they fill the tank of their vehicle with gasoline or look at their utility bills, they get worried. I must tell you, they are frustrated and so am I as to…

I must say I am puzzled why a Republican minority voted last week to prevent the Senate from even proceeding to the consideration of a bill--H.R. 6049, the Energy Independence and Tax Relief Act of 2008--designed to bring down sky-high oil…

Today America takes a major step forward in reasserting our leadership on the world stage. Upon enactment, the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act will be the most aggressive climate change bill in the world, slashing American greenhouse…

this bill is important for our country and for our future. I am proud to be a cosponsor. I urge my colleagues not only to vote to bring up this bill, but let's work out the amendments and let's pass it so that America can regain its…

we are here today--after more than 5 years, 4,000 American lives lost, 30,000 wounded, and nearly $600 billion spent--to discuss funding for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. I have always believed invading Iraq was a mistake. I voted…

this week, 358 new names were inscribed on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, representing officers from across the country over the course of many years. We often take for granted the thousands of brave officers who dedicate…

I am pleased our colleagues have come to the floor to talk about the energy crisis. Energy prices are soaring. The Bush administration is doing virtually nothing to help consumers. Congress must act. I am pleased to hear so many of my…

Mr. Presidentt, I wish to first respond, if I might, to the comments Senator Kyl made in regard to consideration of judicial appointments. Of course, one of the most important responsibilities each one of us in the Senate has is to deal…

I know the people of Maryland are very much concerned about the FAA reauthorization bill and getting it done. Passenger safety is critically important to the people of Maryland and this Nation. Modernizing our air system is very important.

I think it is ironic that the Republican whip used this opportunity to talk about delaying judicial appointments when the Republicans are in their 68th filibuster in this Congress. Sixty-eight filibusters. The most recent, of course, is…

First, I welcome the bipartisan support for programs that will move us toward energy independence. I agree with my colleague from Tennessee that we need to do a Manhattan-type project, with the same type of commitment we made when putting…

today is a groundbreaking day for millions of Americans and for the future of health care. I am pleased to strongly support the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007, a bill that I am proud to be an original cosponsor of. I…

I speak today in support of S. 1315, the Veterans' Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007. Our service men and women as well as their families make enormous sacrifices for our freedom. In return, Congress has an obligation to spend the money and…

Today is April 15, the day when millions of Americans are hurrying to file their income tax forms to meet the midnight deadline. Many of my colleagues have spoken today about the need to make more effective and responsible use of Federal…