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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.
Mr. President, I want to make a few observations about the continuing resolution and the appropriations process this year. First, I want to commend Chairman Inouye for his leadership and efforts to accommodate the views and input of all…
Mr. President, I rise today to express my support for the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty, also known as the New START treaty, which was signed by President Obama and Russian President Medvedev on April 8, 2010, and would replace the…
Mr. President, I am pleased to join Senators Dodd, Durbin, and Tom Udall in the introduction of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Reauthorization Act. This bill, which is dedicated to the son of our former colleague Senator Gordon Smith…
Mr. President, I am pleased to join Senators Dodd, Durbin, and Tom Udall in the introduction of the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Reauthorization Act. This bill, which is dedicated to the son of our former colleague Senator Gordon Smith…
Let me first note that this whole situation is an example of what is wrong with Washington. As a new Member, I think we have to stop continuously putting off difficult decisions until we are forced to make a decision in crisis mode as the…
Mr. President, today I introduce, along with my colleague, Senator Stabenow, the Community-Based Mental Health Infrastructure Improvements Act. Multiple research studies have shown that people with mental illness are at greater risk of…
Mr. President, this week, with little fanfare, we completed work on an important bill, through a bipartisan process, by passage of S. 3984, the Museum and Library Services Act of 2010. This bill updates museum and library services funded…
Mr. President, I rise to discuss the tax proposal before us. We are in a critical moment. Our economy is slowly climbing from the depths of a deep recession but without additional support it could easily backslide. We cannot afford to let…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Senator McCain be recognized as soon as I make my remarks and then Senator Bingaman at the conclusion of Senator McCain and then Senator Cardin, and that if there is a Republican seeking…
Mr. President, I understand there is unanimous consent that I be recognized and then Senator McCain; is that correct? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The agreement was simply to recognize the Senator from Rhode Island.
Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to our colleagues who are departing the Senate after distinguished service on behalf of their States and on behalf of the Nation. I have been privileged to work with these individuals, to learn…
Mr. President, first, let me thank my colleague from South Dakota, Senator Thune, for allowing me to precede him. Mr. President, I come to the Senate floor this morning to urge my colleagues--all of us--to move very quickly to pass tax…
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