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On the recordAugust 6, 2020
Again, I thank Senator Scott for his work on this effort, his leadership on this effort, and his leadership across the board when it comes to standing up to Communist China--the Chinese Communist Party. I also want to thank my friends Senator Cotton, Senator Ernst, Senator Kennedy, Senator McSally, and all other Senators who have backed this legislation, along with Congressman Ken Buck, who has led this effort in the House. Just 2 weeks ago, this legislation passed unanimously out of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. I also want to thank my colleagues there, especially Chairman Johnson, who has been a champion on this effort and has worked hard in the last couple of weeks to make sure we can bring this bill to the floor. I am encouraged by the bipartisan support we have seen in this body to hold the Chinese Communist Party accountable, and that includes, by the way, holding accountable those corporations that would just do China's bidding. If I have anything to say about it, we will not be stopping here. Madam President, as in legislative session, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of Calendar No. 507, S. 3455. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the bill by title. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: A bill (S. 3455) to prohibit certain individuals from downloading or using TikTok on any device issued by the United States or a government corporation.…
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Josh Hawley
Republican · Missouri

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