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Harry Reid is a former United States Senator from Nevada, serving from 1987 to 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, Reid held the position of Senate Majority Leader from 2007 to 2015, making him one of the most powerful figures in the Senate during his tenure. He was known for his leadership on various issues, including healthcare reform and economic recovery efforts following the 2008 financial crisis. Reid played a significant role in passing the Affordable Care Act and was a strong advocate for renewable energy and land conservation in Nevada.
Madam President, yesterday my friends, the chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee and the ranking member of the Armed Services Committee, submitted a resolution supporting the U.S. involvement in the NATO action in Libya. I commend my…
Following any leader remarks, the Senate will be in morning business until 11 a.m., with the majority controlling the first half and the Republicans controlling the final half. Following morning business, the Senate will resume…
If there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask unanimous consent it adjourn under the previous order. There being no objection, the Senate, at 7:24 p.m., adjourned until Thursday, June 23, 2011, at 10 a.m…
Mr. President, there will be two rollcall votes at approximately noon in relation to the Vitter amendment No. 499 and the DeMint amendment No. 510. We hope to set up some other votes tomorrow morning for tomorrow afternoon…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until tomorrow, Thursday, June 23, at 10 a.m.; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be deemed approved to…
If we could have the attention of the Senate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senate will come to order. ____________________
Senator Schumer and Senator Alexander are that far from an agreement that we can move forward on the next bill. So with everyone's patience, I ask unanimous consent that the cloture vote scheduled to occur immediately--right now--be…
Madam President, we have 10 minutes. Senators should listen to the debate. It is very important. We have an important vote in just 10 minutes, and it is my understanding that the arrangements have been made that Senator Boxer would close…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate now proceed to a period of morning business until 6 p.m. this evening, with Senators permitted to speak for up to 10 minutes each during this time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without…
The filing deadline for second-degree amendments to S. 782, the Economic Development Revitalization Act, is at 11 a.m. this morning. Following morning business, the Senate will be in executive session to consider the nomination of Michael…
Mr. President, following any leader remarks, the Senate will be in morning business until 11 a.m., with the Republicans controlling the first half and the majority controlling the final half. I would ask at this time that the morning…
Mr. President, this afternoon we will have a cloture vote on reauthorization of the Economic Development Administration, a law we have depended on for more than 50 years. This is the fourth jobs bill Democrats have brought to the floor…
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