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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.
Mr. President, I rise today with a sad heart, because on Monday, May 10, the city of Las Vegas and our Nation lost a voice for truth and justice. On that day, Reverend Jesse Scott passed away. Reverend Jesse Scott committed many of his 90…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on the Judiciary be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate, on May 13, 2010, at 2:30 p.m., in room SD-226 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, to conduct a hearing…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Judiciary be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on May 13, 2010, at 10 a.m., in SD-226 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building, to conduct an executive business…
Mr. President, if I can have everyone's attention, I will be as quick as possible. Mr. President, we have dealt with 31 amendments on this piece of legislation. Until today, this last amendment, they have all been 50-vote margins. There…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Indian Affairs be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on May 13, 2010, at 9:30 a.m. in room 628 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building. The PRESIDING OFFICER…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Finance be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on May 13, 2010, at 10 a.m., in room 215 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Armed Services be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on May 13, 2010, at 2:30 p.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. committee on…
Madam President, I had the opportunity a few years ago to ride with two police officers. It was a specialized unit that had been established with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department on drunk drivers. I learned so much. It was a…
Madam President, I appreciate my friend from Michigan yielding the floor. I appreciate the statement. I appreciate the work the Subcommittee on Investigations has done and I appreciate the work his Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations…
Madam President, following any leader remarks, the Senate will resume consideration of the Wall Street reform legislation. We have eight amendments that are pending. Today we will continue to work through these amendments to the bill and…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Intelligence be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on May 13, 2010, at 2:30 p.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
Mr. President, I rise today in celebration of the Clark County School District's Seventh Annual International Mariachi Conference and Festival. This event promotes cultural awareness, positive citizenry and encourages students in the Las…
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