On the recordMay 6, 2014
As some of my colleagues know, I have never missed a vote, so this is making me very nervous as this vote ticks on.
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congress.govAs some of my colleagues know, I have never missed a vote, so this is making me very nervous as this vote ticks on.
Senator Collins expresses anxiety about missing a vote.
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