Apr 18, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Select Committee on Intelligence be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on April 18, 2012, at 2:30 p.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered…
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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Apr 18, 2012
Madam President, I rise today to address an issue that goes to the very heart of our rural communities--our post offices. First, let's set the context. Our Postal Service is facing a challenging and difficult situation, no doubt…
Apr 18, 2012
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so ordered. Postal Reform
Apr 18, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces of the Committee on Armed Services be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on April 18, 2012, at 2:30 p.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without…
Mar 28, 2012
Mr. President, this is a tough time for Americans. We all know families are sitting around at their kitchen tables struggling to figure out how to make ends meet, but those tough times have not extended to the boardrooms of the five big…
Mar 28, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent to speak for about 5 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered.
Mar 22, 2012
Madam President, I rise to address the amendment on crowdfunding that we will be considering shortly on the floor of the Senate. Specifically, the goal is to create a solid foundation for success of enabling Americans to invest in startup…
Mar 22, 2012
Colleagues, I want to encourage you to adopt amendment No. 1884. The House bill, as it came to us, on crowdfunding is a pathway to predatory scams. It requires no information to be provided by a company; and if the company provides…
Mar 22, 2012
Madam President, I have 1 minute? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator is correct.
Mar 21, 2012
Mr. President, I rise to speak to amendment No. 1884. Specifically, this is the crowdfunding amendment. That might be a term that is new to many, so let me explain. The Internet provides new opportunities for capital to reach small…
Mar 20, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on March 20, 2012, at 10 a.m., in room 366 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building. The…
Mar 20, 2012
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Administrative Oversight and the Courts, be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate, on March 20, 2012, at 10 a.m., in room SD 226 of…
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