Dec 19, 2012
I ask unanimous consent the bill be read a third time and passed, the motion to reconsider be laid upon the table, and any statements relating to the bill be printed in the Record. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so…
Jeff Merkley
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Jeff Alan Merkley is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from Oregon since January 6, 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, Merkley has focused on issues such as healthcare, climate change, and economic inequality throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for progressive policies and has worked to address the challenges facing working families in Oregon and across the nation. Merkley is known for his commitment to transparency and accountability in government, often speaking out against perceived injustices and advocating for reforms.
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Dec 19, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent the Veterans' Affairs Committee be discharged from further consideration of S. 3202, and the Senate proceed to its consideration. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The clerk…
Dec 19, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, the motions to reconsider be laid upon the table, with no intervening action or debate, and any statements be placed in the Record. The…
Dec 19, 2012
Mr. President, I ask that Senator Webb be added as a cosponsor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
Dec 19, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of S. Res. 625 submitted earlier today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report the resolution by title. The legislative clerk read as…
Dec 19, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, the motions to reconsider be laid upon the table, with no intervening action or debate, and any statements relating to the measure be…
Dec 18, 2012
Mr. President, I rise for a few moments to share a few thoughts about our friend and colleague who passed away yesterday, Senator Dan Inouye. It was a shock to me here on the floor yesterday when his passing was announced and it is still a…
Dec 18, 2012
Madam President, I want to be very brief in respect for my colleagues who wish to speak. This amendment addresses an important disaster that occurred in many places across our country this year; that is, extensive drought and extensive…
Dec 18, 2012
I ask unanimous consent the Senate set aside the pending amendment and call up my amendment No. 3367. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, the pending amendment is set aside. The clerk will report. The bill clerk read as follows: The…
Dec 12, 2012
Madam President, I rise today to address a critical issue for Oregon's farmers and ranchers. If we turn the clock back from the most recent national disaster; that is, this terrible Hurricane Sandy that impacted New York and New Jersey and…
Dec 12, 2012
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Senator from Oregon will suspend. The majority leader is recognized.
Dec 12, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Chair grant privileges of the floor to my intern, Mark Suzuki, for the remainder of the day. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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