Jun 10, 2013
Mr. President, today I introduce with my colleague, Senator Grassley, the Prescribe-a-Book Act. I thank Senators Stabenow, Cowan, and Blumenthal for joining us as original cosponsors of this bipartisan bill. Literacy skills are the…
Jack Reed
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Jack Francis Reed is a United States Senator from Rhode Island, serving since January 7, 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, Reed has been an influential figure in the Senate, particularly known for his work on the Armed Services Committee. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on issues such as national security, veterans' affairs, and economic development. Reed has also been involved in various legislative efforts aimed at improving education and healthcare access for Rhode Islanders.
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Jun 10, 2013
Mr. President, today I introduce with my colleagues Senators Cochran, Murray, and Whitehouse, the Strengthening Kids' Interest in Learning and Libraries Act. Since 1965, more than 60 education and library studies have produced clear…
Jun 6, 2013
Mr. President, On July 1, the interest rates will double for the most vulnerable students in our society. Access to college, which is fundamental to our growth, our prosperity, and individual advancement will be compromised for 7 million…
Jun 6, 2013
Mr. President, let me first commend Senator Warren for her very thoughtful discussion on this increasingly important topic of student debt and her efforts to assist us in extending the current interest rate of 3.4 percent while we work on…
May 23, 2013
Mr. President, today I pay tribute to Ms. Anne G. Murphy. Ms. Murphy, a Rhode Islander by birth and a strong advocate for the arts, passed away in April at the age of 74. Throughout her distinguished lifetime and career, Ms. Murphy worked…
May 23, 2013
Mr. President, we rely on our public schools to prepare the next generation for success as citizens, workers, and innovators. We have asked educators to raise the bar and educate all students to internationally competitive college and…
May 23, 2013
Mr. President, today I am reintroducing the Effective Teaching and Leading Act to foster the development of highly skilled and effective educators. In the upcoming reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, ESEA…
May 16, 2013
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Armed Services be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on May 16, 2013, at 9:30 a.m. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Committee on…
May 16, 2013
Mr. President, July 1 is less than 7 weeks away, and unless we act the interest rate on need-based student loans will rise from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent. Student loan debt is second only to mortgage debt for American families. Now is not…
May 16, 2013
Mr. President, before I begin my remarks, I ask unanimous consent that at the conclusion of my remarks, Senator Chambliss be recognized for up to 10 minutes to speak as in morning business. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is…
May 16, 2013
I ask unanimous consent to be recognized in morning business after Senator Graham has completed his remarks. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
May 16, 2013
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Subcommittee on Science and Space of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation be authorized to meet during the session of the Senate on May 16, 2013, at 10 a.m. in room 253 of…
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