Byron Dorgan
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Byron Dorgan is a former United States Senator from North Dakota, serving from 1992 to 2011 as a member of the Democratic Party. He was born on May 14, 1942. During his tenure in the Senate, Dorgan was known for his advocacy on issues such as agriculture, energy, and Native American rights. He played a significant role in promoting policies aimed at supporting rural communities and addressing the needs of tribal nations. Dorgan also served as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, where he focused on improving the lives of Native Americans and addressing their concerns in federal policy.
There's a lot about the Congress that everybody's frustrated about, even those who serve in this body.
this stuff has to stop. I mean, you all work for the same team, paid by the same taxpayers.
We need to move forward. If this country's going to keep its lead in technology and science...we're going to push very, very hard to make this happen.
I would hope everyone that you have the potential to work with that can contribute in a positive way to this would say, 'I'll tell you what, the FAA reaches out so much we're tired of hearing from them.'
NextGen would change all of that, because you know where that airplane is at every point.
The NextGen technology that we'll be talking about today is of strong interest to my constituents.
This is a hearing to discuss FAA reauthorization, but especially to discuss the issue of modernization.
We believe very strongly--I certainly do, and I know my colleagues do, as well--that we need to make progress.
We understand that there are opportunities to move toward what is called NextGen.
The Readiness Center in Monticello, Mississippi is in poor condition and should be replaced.





