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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.
I suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Udall of Colorado). The clerk will call the roll to ascertain the presence of a quorum. The legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll and the following Senators entered the…
I move to lay that motion on the table. The motion to lay on the table was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from South Carolina. Motion to Commit Mr. DeMINT. I have a motion at the desk. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will…
Madam President, we need to move these amendments more quickly. We have an agreement. We want to make sure everyone continues working in good faith. I ask unanimous consent that all future votes, starting with this one, be 10 minutes, and…
Mr. President, we have a few more items of business that must be taken care of, but I didn't want the time to go by without saying something to the American people. We all know the importance of this legislation. It is a Thursday…
Mr. President, I rise today to honor the work of Judy Treichel, a true and dedicated public servant. Over two decades ago, the Federal Government decided to dump the country's nuclear waste in the Nevada desert, ignoring the opposition of…
Mr. President, I rise today to honor Ms. Rose Gordon of Reno, NV. Ms. Gordon is a dedicated social worker and public servant who has devoted much of her life to serving the people of Nevada, especially those who are traditionally…
Mr. President, it goes without saying we all appreciate everyone's cooperation, having the Senate work so well, yesterday and today. Therefore, after having had long discussions with my friend, the distinguished Senator from Kentucky, I…
Mr. President, I move to reconsider the vote and lay that motion upon the table. The motion to lay upon the table was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The junior Senator from Utah is recognized. Amendment No. 3568
Mr. President, my focus is on this legislation, and I know there are other things we have to deal with before we leave, but I am not concerned about those at this stage. I want to finish this legislation, and I want to do that as quickly…
Mr. President, we have finished the first tranche of amendments and motions, some 23 in number, all of which were amendments pending at the end of the 20 hours. I think it is time we pause for a minute and find out where we are and where…
I move to reconsider the vote, and I move to lay that motion on the table. The motion to lay on the table was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The majority leader is recognized.
I move to lay that motion on the table. The motion to lay on the table was agreed to. Amendment No. 3579 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, there will now be 2 minutes of debate, equally divided, prior to a vote in relation…
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