I rise today in favor of the resolution of ratification for Montenegro's accession to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, better known as NATO. Many of my colleagues are unaware of the fact that the State of Maine has a special…

the mission of the department that you've been nominated to lead, to create more opportunities for American workers.

A fair playing field for American workers is certainly a priority for me, and I strongly support promoting human rights and free markets for the benefit of workers generally.

I recognize the difficulty that many employers face in this area and the potential repercussions for vital industries across the country.

Despite the success of the TAA program, there still is a category of workers in my State who are older workers who are in many ways the forgotten story of this economic recovery.

the so-called skinny budget that was released last week proposes large cuts in the Department of Labor, but it's unclear what happens to TAA.

I introduced a bill with Sen. Cantwell that would have given employers a $5,000 tax credit to provide apprenticeship programs.

I'm a big supporter of job training and apprenticeship programs that match workers' training with the skillsets in demand.

If confirmed, what ideas do you have for helping older workers in my State and others who have lost jobs due to mill closures and other factors?

I completely agree with you, it is an abdication of responsibility, and I hope it is something that whatever the Administration does, our committee deals with and the Congress deals with.

International partners and allies on the F-35 program play a critical role in helping to drive down the costs of that aircraft, as well as ensuring interoperability with our NATO allies.

as Senator Collins indicated, this is sometimes a very lengthy process, and it can be costly.

We are facing the expiration date of September 30 for four laws that authorize these extraordinarily important fee programs that have helped to improve the healthcare, and the availability of medications and devices for the American people.

I hope when we get to the markup stage, that the bill that Senator Claire McCaskill and I introduced as a result of the investigation we did in the Aging Committee will be part of our consideration.

The collaboration that you talked about that has allowed the artificial pancreas to come to market 3 years earlier, I believe you said, than otherwise would be the case is going to make such a tremendous difference in the lives of so many…

I rise to introduce the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act. I am pleased to be joined by my colleague from Delaware, Senator Carper, in introducing this bipartisan bill. In the United States, the annual cost of fires is enormous. In 2015…

I am once again delighted to join my colleague, Senator Patty Murray, to introduce the Military and Veteran Caregiver Services Improvement Act of 2017. Our bill would greatly expand eligibility for VA caregiver support services by…

If the funding for the Airport Improvement Program remains flat, how would an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge benefit small and medium hub airports?

today I wish to support the Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse Act of 2017. I commend Senator Feinstein for her leadership on this bill and for shining a spotlight on the atrocious crimes perpetrated against young American…

Today, our subcommittee is holding this hearing on the state of our nation's transportation infrastructure and potential funding and financing options to help meet the long-term needs of our nation.

I am shocked that you would suggest state legislators have more courage than members of Congress.

In Maine, we have seen the ability to use TIGER grants for regional projects with New Hampshire.

Thank you. That is very helpful.

This is an example of a project that also had implications for our national security as well.

I have five requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority leaders. Pursuant to Rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the following…