Traditionally, military training has followed a generalist or a one-size-fits-all approach.

On January 24th, 2013, the Secretary--then Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta announced the repeal of the Combat Exclusion Policy.

I rise to urge my colleagues to vote to confirm this qualified judge, LaShann DeArcy Hall, to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. Ms. Hall is an outstanding choice to fill this position. After decades of service…

I think your testimony there is very interesting.

It's time for a comprehensive modernization of the military compensation system. America's highly mobile youth have different expectations about compensation and attach different values to its various forms than did earlier generations.

two days ago another victim of the September 11 attacks died in New York. He is the eleventh first responder to die since this year's anniversary of the attacks. His name was Sergeant Gerard Beyrodt. He served for decades in the New York…

I rise to talk about the topic of gun violence. Time and again we have heard calls in this Chamber for tougher gun safety laws. We have debated ideas that have ultimately fallen short of passage. These were basic reforms that would better…

And for the record, if there is a number, if there is a number of incidents or violations within a certain period of time that NRC would then require a different level of inspection above baseline inspection, please let us know.

Despite the fact that Indian Point experienced four unplanned shutdowns earlier this year, including a shutdown that was a result of the transformer fire.

we just passed the 14th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Americans all across the country honored the memory of 2,977 lives lost. There were moments of silence. There were testimonials from friends and family of the victims. There…

I ask unanimous consent to speak as in morning business. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. World Trade Center Health Program and Victim Compensation Fund

Because we're still really focused on the initial cadre [of cyber warriors], the challenge is going to be, 'So, how do you sustain it as people come and go? That's something we're going to be in the--in the next year or two, in particular…

What specifically do you see as the Department of Defense's role in support of the states, DHS and FBI?

All those Blue Water Navy veterans like Keith, we are letting them down.

When will the reserve component teams be trained to NSA standards and what are the impediments to getting them on board?

As we start planning for the FY17 NDAA, are there any issues with regards to recruitment and retention, the role of DOD in a whole-of-nation approach, or the role of the reserve component that you would like to see addressed?

This legislation would restore presumptive coverage for service-connected ills that afflict thousands of naval personnel.

I want to thank Senator Daines for joining me today. He has been a tremendous partner in this push to give our Blue Water veterans the coverage that they have earned and deserve.

We have to pass the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2015.

S. 681 introduced by Senator Gillibrand, will accord them benefits that they have earned.

What changes to legislation do you need to provide a better response to a domestic cyber incident and complement the efforts of DHS and FBI?

Just last week, Pope Francis called on us in Congress to be courageous in protecting our environment and protecting the most vulnerable among us.

What missions will the reserve component teams have both at CYBERCOM and at the service level?

What direction has been given to the services regarding recruiting goals and priorities for individuals with skills and aptitudes relevant to the needs of CYBERCOM?

That storm came just a year after two other devastating storms, Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee, which also ravaged the Northeast.