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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, following leader remarks, if any, there will be a period of morning business until 10 a.m., with Senators allowed to speak for up to 10 minutes each. The majority will control the first half, the Republicans will control…
Madam President, I would say to my friend from Alabama, we are trying to work something out for votes this afternoon, and we are in the process of doing that. I think it would be appropriate that until 1 o'clock we be in a period of…
Madam President, there is one thing I didn't do. I apologize to my friend for interrupting him and express my appreciation for his usual cooperation.
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the following be the next four amendments in order to the Baucus motion to concur, with each of the amendments in this agreement subject to an affirmative 60-vote threshold; that if the…
Mr. President, I suggest the absence of a quorum---- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Wyoming still has the floor.
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the next speakers be Senator Coburn--does the Senator from Oklahoma have any idea how long he will be?
We need not do a consent agreement. Everybody can watch the clock on their own. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Oklahoma is recognized. Amendment No. 4331 to Amendment No. 4369
Mr. President, today I come to the Senate floor to congratulate El Mundo, a weekly Spanish language newspaper in Las Vegas, as it celebrates an important milestone in its history. On June 20, 2010, El Mundo, an award winning publication…
Mr. President, following leader remarks, there will be a period of morning business for 1 hour. Senators will be permitted to speak for up to 10 minutes each at that time. Republicans will control the first 30 minutes and the majority will…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to a period of morning business, with Senators allowed to speak for up to 10 minutes each, with the exception of the Senator from Illinois. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without…
I ask unanimous consent that the mandatory quorum be waived. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
Mr. President, I send a cloture motion to the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Cloture motion having been presented under rule XXII, the clerk will report the motion. The legislative clerk read as follows: Cloture Motion We, the…
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