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Jeff Bingaman is a former U.S. Senator from New Mexico, serving from 1983 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he was known for his work on energy policy, education, and healthcare. During his tenure, Bingaman played a significant role in shaping legislation related to renewable energy and was a strong advocate for the development of clean energy technologies. He served as the Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, where he focused on issues such as energy efficiency and the promotion of alternative energy sources.
I understand the frustration communities are facing due to the inability of the Federal Government to secure our Nation's borders. Illegal immigration is a serious problem, and we do need to do a much better job in addressing this problem…
I believe the reasons the Administration and Congress should continue to support legislative action are compelling, and I present them here for the consideration of my colleagues and the public. In short, there are five reasons that…
That is correct. This is in modified form from what was earlier filed as an amendment. I believe the concerns earlier raised have been resolved.
This amendment is the one that the floor manager, the chairman, indicated was to be considered now. It relates to wildfire management and is one that has strong support on both sides of the aisle. I urge my colleagues to support the…
Is there time remaining for the proponents? The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. There is no time remaining for the proponents.
I do think my strong impression is there have been many of the positive benefits the Senator cited that we have realized in Santa Fe and other communities in my State where there has been an increase in the minimum wage. One other I would…
May I ask my colleague, is it his intent that I should close my argument now and then we would have a vote?
Consumers are confused and angry as to why these prices are occurring now. Their anger is stoked by reports of the high salaries and retirement packages being handed out to executives.
Last year the Supreme Court said that Federal courts have authority to consider petitions for a writ of habeas corpus. This would apply to prisoners at Guantanamo. People should not be imprisoned without having the ability to challenge the…
As I understand the unanimous consent agreement we have entered into, it is still possible to file second- degree amendments and to propose second-degree amendments to the Graham amendment even after we take the series of votes that are…
That is correct. I will not offer the amendment at this time so we can proceed to the remainder of the votes that are scheduled.
I do not intend to call for a vote on my amendment at this time. We can proceed to the next item on the unanimous consent request.
I urge the defeat of the Graham amendment. Assuming it is defeated, I will not have to offer a second-degree amendment. If it is adopted, I will offer a second-degree amendment to retain the first three portions. Mr. President, I yield the…
Could I clarify, how long is this discussion going to take because I know this is set for 4:45.
As I understand it, we are ready for a vote on this amendment at this time unless the managers would like to postpone it.
I thank the chairman as well, and look forward to working with him; the ranking member, Senator Inouye and Senator Domenici on this issue in the future. SSI Eligibility
I am aware of this recommendation and note that it further describes the F-117 as the only stealthy tactical aircraft capable of delivering certain precision munitions currently in the inventory. Clearly, this is a very important…
Let me make one point. This is requesting that we double the size of this program, but at the current time, we are spending 21 cents per child per year on nutrition education out of the Federal Government. This is suggesting we might want…
I will speak for another couple of minutes. I ask unanimous consent to add Senator Murkowski and Senator Coburn as cosponsors of this amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Bond). Without objection, it is so ordered.
In light of that, I know there are other Members, particularly on the Democratic side, who wish to speak. I believe Senator Domenici has some time to provide.
Finally, the conference report contains an entire title designed to help Native Americans promote the development of tribal energy resources, including an innovative program of tribal energy resource agreements. Would the distinguished…
Senator Kerry will be the first Senator on this side, followed by Senator Wyden. So why don't we go back and forth, if that is acceptable.
I strongly support both of these nominees. I think they're extremely well qualified for these positions.
That's got to be a priority, and it's one that you've worked hard on, Mr. Chairman, and I have as well.
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