Frank Lautenberg: “Before we start, I would like to acknowledge the Deputy Secretary of Transportation, John Porcari.”

I strongly supported President Obama's rescission of the Mexico City Policy, also known as the Global Gag Rule, upon taking office.

Although we have had a complete trade ban on Iran since 1995, a significant loophole existed that allowed the foreign subsidiaries of American companies to do business with Iran.

Both agencies were crucial in helping New Jersey respond to and recover from Superstorm Sandy, and Congress must support them so that we are better prepared for future storms.

We need to bolster TTB so it has the ability to investigate and stop the illicit tobacco trade and collect the revenue we need.