Deb Fischer

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 rise this evening to discuss the recent nuclear deal with Iran. I join my colleagues in opposition to this deal, and I agree with many of the arguments that have been put forward. Like so many Nebraskans who have contacted me to express…

I ask unanimous consent that the bill be read a third time and passed and that the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The bill (S. 349) was ordered…

I rise to discuss Federal funding for Planned Parenthood. Every now and then we see something that is so horrific that we must answer it. And by now, we are all familiar with the deeply disturbing videos of Planned Parenthood doctors…

We are basically just checking Iran's math. Correct?

Secretary Moniz, you stated that Iran would probably expand their capacity to enrich uranium after 15 years of this agreement.

We're going to say, 'But, you're a good actor, you're not going to do this.'

You have stated that the 24-day waiting period for international inspectors won't allow the regime to conceal any illegal activity.

I would hope that you would reconcile those statements for the public.

I rise today to speak about critical legislation before the Senate regarding our Nation's transportation regulatory framework and infrastructure. As an active member of the Senate commerce committee and the Environment and Public Works…

if these provisions are good enough for the past decade, and in many cases almost 30 years, such as the R&D credit, then should not they be made permanent?

I appreciate your input on this.

this summer parents across the country will be preparing their children for the coming school year. Whether unwinding on a family break, purchasing school supplies, returning summer reading books to the library or finishing summer camp, it…

The agriculture sector. That is the economic engine of Nebraska.

We are looking at the road to Paris.

As we look at more efficient logistic networks out there, how do you think that that will benefit consumers?

I am pleased to convene the Senate Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety, and Security for its sixth hearing.

Ranking Member Booker suggested holding this hearing, and he and I are excited to bring together a range of issues that we have worked on together here in the Senate.

I ask unanimous consent that the reading of the amendment be dispensed with. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. (The amendment is printed in the Record of June 8, 2015, under ``Text of Amendments.'')

I rise to speak about Senate amendment No. 1825, the Maritime Administration Enhancement Act, which would reauthorize the Maritime Administration, or MARAD, for fiscal years 2016 and 2017. MARAD will be and traditionally has been added to…

I call up amendment No. 1825. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Nebraska [Mrs. Fischer] proposes an amendment numbered 1825 to amendment No. 1463.

I rise to speak about the National Defense Authorization Act or NDAA. The brave men and women who serve in our Armed Forces have protected our Nation for generations. Because of their selflessness, we are able to enjoy many freedoms here…

I think we need to take a look at considering a cap and a co-pay for this program.

What I hear in Nebraska from rate payers is they are already appalled by the charges that they have on their phone bills.

The Universal Service Fund right now has revenue that is limited, and it is divided up between programs.