I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Burris). Without objection, it is so ordered.
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.
Mr. President, Nevada's tourism has been hit hard by the slowing worldwide economy. And when tourism in Nevada hurts, the entire State suffers. Hardworking people have lost their jobs. The State's budget has taken a major hit. Because that…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that on Monday, March 1, at 3 p.m., the Finance Committee be discharged of H.R. 4213, an act to provide for certain extenders; that once the committee is discharged, the Senate then proceed to its…
Mr. President, I rise today to acknowledge a group that has created opportunities for countless African American men and women in the film and television industry. I rise to submit this Senate Concurrent Resolution honoring the Black…
Mr. President, I move to reconsider the vote and to lay that motion on the table. The motion to lay on the table was agreed to.
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that following the remarks of Senator DeMint, his vote and the next vote be 10 minutes in duration. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Cloture having been invoked, the motion…
Mr. President, we expect to have three votes here tonight. As soon as those are done, we will not have another vote until Tuesday, but it will be in the morning. Cloture Motion The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, pursuant to…
I ask unanimous consent that the Senate now proceed to H.R. 4691 and that the Reid of Nevada substitute amendment which is the desk be considered read; that the Republican leader or his designee be recognized to offer a substitute…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on the Judiciary be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate, on February 24, 2010, at 2 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 Foreign Relations be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on February 24, 2010, at 2:30 p.m., to hold a hearing entitled ``Foreign Policy Priorities in the FY11…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Environment and Public Works and the Subcommittee on Water and Wildlife be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on February 24 at 9:30 a.m., in room 406 of the…
Mr. President, reserving the right to object, with the provisions that we are seeking to be extended, there are some of them that cost money. They all cost a little bit, but there are three items here that cost more than any of the others…





