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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.

Aug 5, 2010

Mr. President, I celebrate and honor the venerable life, not of a person, but of the most important and successful domestic program in our Nation's history. On August 14, Social Security will turn 75. In a special Message to Congress in…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 5, 2010

Madam President, I would just like to correct the statement made by the Senator from South Carolina. He is saying this side has not wanted to extend tax cuts. That is totally inaccurate. This side does want to extend tax cuts, and we will…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 5, 2010

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Veterans' Affairs be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on August 5, 2010, at 9:30 a.m. to conduct a markup on pending legislation. The Committee will meet in…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 5, 2010

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on August 5, 2010, at 10:30 a.m., to conduct a hearing entitled ``The Obama…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 5, 2010

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Armed Services be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on August 5, 2010, at 9:30 a.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. committee on…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 5, 2010

Mr. President, today, the Children's Health Insurance Program turns 13. But instead of facing the difficulties of adolescence, CHIP is enjoying the advantages that come with being one of the most popular programs in the country. I would…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 5, 2010

Madam President, this is a stunt. It is a gimmick. It is not serious, and it is very sad. We are in very difficult times. The economy is in recession, going out of recession. We are facing the prospect of what to do about the so-called…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 5, 2010

Mr. President, I do not know anybody who can responsibly vote for this amendment because we do not know what it is. What is the definition of ``small business''? It could be anything. I think it is a thinly veiled attempt to address the…

Congressional Record · 2010-08-05
Aug 3, 2010

The proof is in the pudding, Mr. Ambassador. We will see, see what you produce.

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