today I wish to pay tribute to Senator Barbara Boxer, who has served her State and country with boundless energy, enthusiasm, and exuberance. Senator Boxer's 24 years in the Senate are only part of her legacy of leadership and…

Maine and New Hampshire share a border, a history, and an invigorating climate. When Kelly Ayotte came to the Senate 6 years ago, I immediately saw in her those traits shared by the people of our two States: a strong work ethic, a respect…

it is with deep affection, admiration, and appreciation that I rise today to offer my heartfelt congratulations to our colleague and my dear friend, Senator Barbara Mikulski, as her service in the Senate comes to a close. As the longest…

Thank you, Mr. President. In 1974, a freshman Senator from Delaware named Joe Biden was identified as one of Time magazine's ``200 Faces for the Future.'' That prescient prediction anticipated the more than four decades of contributions…

as I have listened to the eloquent farewell remarks of my friend and colleague, Senator Dan Coats of Indiana, I could not help but think that he sounded happy, contented, serene, and at peace with the decision he has made. But he leaves…

I rise in strong support of the 21st Century Cures Act, and I commend the chairman and ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, Senator Lamar Alexander and Senator Patty Murray, for their unwavering…

It has been such an honor and pleasure to work so closely with a Senator who cares so much about the issues facing our seniors.

I cannot understand that decision, but I am going to have to accept it.

this Committee has acted as a team and, with very few exceptions, it has not been a partisan Committee at all.

I am particularly passionate about making sure that our seniors spend what are supposed to be their golden years in security and with their well-being protected.

I do look forward to working closely with Senator Bob Casey, who will be our new Ranking Member starting in January.

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What is the industry doing to address the cyber security risks of autonomous vehicles?

three technologies, if they were mandated, could save some 10,000 lives.

I am delighted to commend the Sea Road School of Kennebunk, ME, on being named a 2016 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. This outstanding elementary school is one of only 329 schools across the country to receive this prestigious…

I am delighted to commend Reeds Brook Middle School of Hampden, ME, on being named a 2016 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. This outstanding middle school is one of only 329 schools across the country to receive Blue Ribbon…

Will there be deaths? Absolutely, as this technology rolls out.

I am delighted to commend the Falmouth Middle School of Falmouth, ME, on being named a 2016 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. This outstanding middle school is one of only 329 schools across the country to receive this prestigious…

I appreciate very much you bringing up the employment impact, which is certainly something for us all to think about as well.

The potential of the new technology that we're examining today is exciting, cars that drive themselves and avoid accidents.

I am pleased to be joined today by our Ranking Member, Senator Jack Reed...

Thank you for allowing me to appear before you today, and I look forward to your questions.

This technology is so fascinating and moving so quickly, and the fact that it could substantially reduce or perhaps one day even eliminate the 94 percent of crashes that are attributable to human error is truly an astonishing fact.

It is particularly important that DOT work with automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and technology companies...

It is important to highlight that 94 percent of these crashes are the result of human factors or, simply put, driver error.