Apr 15, 2010
Madam President, there will be a period of morning business today as soon as I finish. There will be 10 minutes for each Senator. The majority will control the first 30 minutes and the Republicans will control the final 30 minutes…
Harry Reid
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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.
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Apr 14, 2010
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that we go into a period of morning business until 2 p.m., and at that time we go back on the bill, and that Senator Coburn be recognized to offer an amendment at 2:15. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is…
Apr 14, 2010
Madam President, with the consent of the minority, I suggest we go into a period of morning business for 1 hour, and at 2 o'clock we go back on this bill. As soon as Senator Coburn comes-- Chairman Baucus will be here around 2:15 and he…
Apr 14, 2010
Madam President, I enter a motion to reconsider. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The motion is entered.
Apr 14, 2010
Mr. President, I would like to say, recognizing that she is here, that one of the remarkable moments of my career was a time a number of years ago when we were in Poland. The delegation was led by Senator John Glenn, and we were meeting…
Apr 14, 2010
Mr. President, today, following the remarks by Senators regarding the tragedy in Poland--and we appreciate very much their being here--there will be a period of morning business for 1 hour, with Senators permitted to speak for up to 10…
Apr 14, 2010
Today, with this moment of silence, we are going to honor the people of Poland because of the tragedy that occurred there a few days ago. I extend my deepest condolences to the people of Poland. That plane carried 96 souls--parents…
Apr 14, 2010
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that during the time of morning business, Senator Warner and his colleagues be allowed to enter into a colloquy. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator from…
Apr 14, 2010
Mr. President, I have at the desk two cloture motions. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The cloture motion having been presented under rule XXII, the Chair directs the clerk to read the motion. The assistant legislative clerk read as follows…
Apr 14, 2010
Mr. President, I rise today in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. During the month of April, I urge my colleagues and Americans around the country to reflect on the effects of sexual assault and domestic violence in their…
Apr 14, 2010
Mr. President, the Republican leader and I have discussed this vote that will take place at 5:45, if the unanimous consent request is granted, and we are going to keep the vote open for a while. There are a number of things people have to…
Apr 14, 2010
Mr. President, we are not in a quorum call; is that right? The PRESIDING OFFICER. That is correct.
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