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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, I ask unanimous consent that at 5:15 p.m. today, the Senate proceed to votes in relation to the following amendments to S. 223, the FAA authorization bill, in the order listed below: Levin amendment relative to repeal of…
Madam President, if the American people want to understand the difference between Democrats and Republicans, it is my suggestion that they pay attention to what is happening on the Senate floor this week. The two parties simply have…
Then Senator Stabenow will be willing to let the Senator from Texas finish her statement. I ask unanimous consent that Senator Stabenow be recognized to offer her amendment and then Senator McConnell would offer his. The PRESIDING OFFICER…
Mr. President, a lot of people are talking this morning about a judge in Florida regarding his opinion on the health reform law. I wish to talk about the law very briefly and then talk about the effort to take away the rights that are in…
Mr. President, following leader remarks, there will be a period of morning business until 12:30 today, with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each. At 12:30, we are going to each have our weekly caucus meetings…
Mr. President, I wish to note the passing last December of a singular Nevadan, Charles Benjamin, who worked to promote clean energy. While he lived in Nevada for only 4 short years, his efforts will pay positive dividends long into the…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Senator Stabenow be recognized to offer an amendment related to 1099 reporting forms; that she give her speech regarding this after Senator McConnell offers an amendment relating to health care…
Mr. President, following leader remarks, the Senate will turn to a period of morning business with Senators permitted to speak for up to 10 minutes each. I am confident we will be able to move to the Federal Aviation Administration…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Blumenthal). Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
Mr. President, I ask we now proceed to S. Res. 35. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution by title. The legislative clerk read as follows: A resolution (S. Res. 35) expressing support for the designation of January 28…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that at 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, the Senate proceed to a period of morning business until 3 p.m., with Senators permitted to speak for up to 10 minutes for the purpose of giving remarks…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent we proceed to S. Res. 34. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution by title. The legislative clerk read as follows: A resolution (S. Res. 34) designating the week of February 7…
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