Deb Fischer

I will continue the administration's active engagement in pressing for greater respect for human rights in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

I share your concerns regarding the electoral irregularities identified by the Organization of American States (OAS).

If confirmed, I commit to defending the human rights and dignity of all people in Morocco, and I look forward to fostering a more open discussion of LGBTI issues.

The U.S. Refugee Admissions Program is a reflection of our values and national security interests.

I commit to work with you to ensure that the United States engages its international partners, the U.N., and the DRC Government to support the conduct of peaceful, inclusive, timely, and credible elections in 2018.

I will continue our close coordination with Ambassador Haley and USUN to urge the Congolese Government to increase political space for all stakeholders.

However, it will ultimately be up to the Congolese people to decide whether the electoral process has been credible and acceptable.

If confirmed, I will encourage the Government of Morocco to continue to respect internationally recognized workers' rights consistent with its laws and the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement.

If confirmed, I will emphasize to the Honduran Government the need to ensure security forces respect the rights of protestors.

If confirmed, I look forward to meeting with a wide variety of religious leaders in Morocco and maintaining an active dialogue with the Moroccan Government on religious freedom issues.

Such support will remain critical, as the Ortega regime continues to oppress its own people.

I am gravely concerned that the administration's approach to Africa is at best an afterthought.

Much of my philanthropic and business career has been devoted to promoting human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

we expect the DRC to hold elections in December and for President Kabila to abide by his commitment to refrain from running or changing the constitution.

If confirmed, I will continue the administration's pressure on the DRC Government to make clear that we expect the DRC to hold elections on December 23, 2018, and that President Kabila will not run for re-election, per his commitments made…

If confirmed, I will advocate for supporting and strengthening democratic institutions throughout the Western Hemisphere.

In the U.N. Security Council, the United States has called for MONUSCO to be more responsive to the needs of the Congolese people.

I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, and the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table with no intervening action or debate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection…

I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the consideration of S. Res. 365, submitted earlier today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution. The legislative clerk read as follows: A resolution (S. Res. 365)…

I rise this evening to call up and adopt a resolution recognizing this year's NCAA champions in women's volleyball--the Huskers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. This is the program's fifth national championship and second title in…

I rise today to continue my tribute to Nebraska's heroes, the current generation of men and women who lost their lives defending our freedom in Iraq and Afghanistan. Each of these Nebraskans has a special story to tell.

the U.S. Senate has the opportunity today to vote on a nominee to the Eighth Circuit Court who exemplifies the qualities we all seek in a judge. Steve Grasz from Nebraska is a nominee who has earned the respect of his peers. He believes in…

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Strange). Without objection, it is so ordered. Under the previous order, there will now be 30 minutes of debate equally divided between the…

I rise today to talk about my support for the Senate tax reform bill and to encourage Congress to help American families. Our economy and our workforce have changed over the last few decades, and our Tax Code must catch up. If we want to…

I rise today to thank Father Steven Boes from Boys Town for delivering our opening prayer this morning. The work he does to help at-risk youth across America is awe-inspiring, and I am proud to say that he is a Nebraskan. Boys Town is a…