Max Baucus
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Max Baucus is a former U.S. Senator from Montana, serving from 1978 to 2014. A member of the Democratic Party, Baucus was known for his work on health care reform and tax policy. He played a significant role in the passage of the Affordable Care Act and was a key advocate for various economic initiatives during his tenure. Baucus also served as the Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, where he influenced legislation related to taxation and trade. After leaving the Senate, he was appointed as the U.S. Ambassador to China, where he focused on strengthening U.S.-China relations.
Jun 17, 2013
Everybody screamed and yelled that anything other than a public option was traitorous to the American people.
Jun 17, 2013
We did not have any health care system in this country until that act was passed, and even now we really do not.
Jun 17, 2013
Chairman Baucus, Ranking Member Hatch, distinguished members of the committee, thank you very much for inviting me today.
Jun 17, 2013
Frankly, the Affordable Care Act was an attempt to come up with, in my view, a uniquely American solution.
Jun 10, 2013
Fifty to eighty percent of the children who are exploited and sold each year in America are connected to the foster care system.
Jun 10, 2013
Human trafficking, which includes both labor and sex trafficking, is not unique to third-world countries.
Jun 10, 2013
I believe Mr. Froman is the right man to lead the USTR, and he deserves our support.
Jun 10, 2013
The juvenile justice system is making progress, but law enforcement needs the help and expertise of social workers, mental health professionals, judges, and teachers to find the right solutions for vulnerable children.
Jun 5, 2013
I look forward to working with you to renew TPA and TAA in the next few months so that we can lay the groundwork for a successful trade agenda.
Jun 5, 2013
Over the past several years, you have shown that you are willing to go the extra mile, over land and sea, to get the best deal for U.S. farmers, ranchers, businesses, and workers.
Jun 5, 2013
The USTR brings both nimble thought and nimble action to bear on the complex world of trade negotiations and enforcement.
Jun 5, 2013
It must continue to be headquartered at the White House, and the U.S. Government must continue to pull together behind USTR's leadership.
Jun 4, 2013
in 1865, Horace Greeley wrote in the New York Tribune, ``Go West, young man, and grow up with the country.'' For decades, Greeley's words captured the imagination of a country, and millions of families flocked to the West for a glimpse of…
May 21, 2013
I inquire of the chairwoman if I might be able to speak for about 5 or 10 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Michigan.
May 21, 2013
The bill, which we introduced in March, gives CBP the tools and authority it needs to refocus on its trade mission.
May 21, 2013
Thomas Jefferson once said: ``Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.'' I know many Montana farmers and ranchers who understand that exactly. They know what Jefferson meant. They work…
May 21, 2013
I want to, again, thank Chairman Baucus and you, Ranking Member Hatch, for your work on this bipartisan legislation.
May 21, 2013
I appreciate that the bill we are discussing today includes an increase in the de minimis threshold from $200 to $800.
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