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Dean Heller is a Republican politician from Nevada who served as a United States Senator from 2011 to 2017. He was the first Republican to win a statewide office in Nevada since 2002 when he was elected to the Senate in a special election to fill the vacancy left by John Ensign. During his time in the Senate, Heller focused on issues such as healthcare, tax reform, and veterans' affairs. He was known for his moderate stance on certain issues, including his support for the Affordable Care Act's protections for pre-existing conditions.
today the Senate will consider my legislation again to extend the temporary payroll tax cut. This week, the Senate has been given another opportunity to do the right thing and provide much needed relief to the American worker. It shouldn't…
the Senate today has an opportunity to put aside some of the partisan differences and come together and do something that will benefit all Americans. The legislation I propose is a solution, and I support solutions which Republicans…
I ask for the yeas and nays. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sufficient second? There is a sufficient second. Under the previous order, 60 votes are required to adopt the motion to proceed. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative…
I thank you for the opportunity to spend a few minutes here on the Senate floor. And I want to thank the previous speaker, Senator Moran from Kansas, for his timely comments, specifically regarding housing, the ability for small…
We appreciate the legislation introduced by Senator Heller and others on this committee to place a 45-day time limit on these DOI reviews.
Tourism is critically important for the state of Nevada, not just in southern Nevada but also Reno, Lake Tahoe and some of those areas.
It is my hope that we can continue our bipartisan efforts and push for new initiatives that spur growth in the tourism industry.
I want to thank my colleagues for holding this important hearing today which highlights an issue I fight for every day: JOBS.
We appreciate the legislation introduced by Sen. Dean Heller (R-Nev.) and co-sponsored by many on this committee to place a 45-day time limit on the reviews of these notices by DOI.
Contrary to what some may say, Las Vegas is the preeminent location for businesses and trade associations to hold their conventions and shows.
The viability of the economy in Nevada is dependent upon the volume of visitors to our state.
the Senate will soon vote to overturn the open internet order, widely known as net neutrality. This measure that was passed days before the start of the 112th session of Congress by the Federal Communications Commission is a rule that many…
I rise today to address the economy as it affects my home State of Nevada. This recession has hit my home State of Nevada harder than it has hit any other State in the country. My State has the unfortunate distinction of leading the Nation…
The message Congress must send to seniors and near-retirees is simply this: Medicare is a promise to American citizens that must be kept.
I rise today to speak in favor of the two amendments filed by my good friend from Ohio, Senator Portman, my amendment No. 674, and above all the issue of the day, jobs. Americans have had to endure great hardship over the past few years…
I am deeply humbled by the opportunity to stand here today and to address the body as Nevada's 25th Senator. Nevada is a small State, but it is one that has provided many with a great chance to succeed. Most people know that it was in…
It is an honor serving the people of the great State of Nevada, and today I am speaking on their behalf for the first time in the Chamber of the Senate. Before I begin, I would like to take a moment to reflect on two tragic events that…
The Senate has a solemn responsibility to make sure that judicial vacancies and nominations are addressed in a timely manner.
I believe Miranda Du will make an outstanding district court judge in the great State of Nevada.
These inflated costs hit the most vulnerable in our society particularly hard.
Currently, there is no reliable and affordable way to replace petroleum as a transportation fuel.
Underutilizing responsible use of these resources is ill-advised-especially when it is born on the backs of hardworking Americans.
I think there are few more pressing issues facing our constituents today than high gas prices.
I thank the chairman for yielding time. I'm an original cosponsor of H.R. 4 and proudly voted for this measure in the House Ways and Means Committee last month. Madam Speaker, today's debate marks the second time, over the course of 3…
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