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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, for the Committee on Armed Services I report favorably the following nomination lists which were printed in the RECORDS on the dates indicated, and ask unanimous consent, to save the expense of reprinting on the Executive…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that I be permitted to speak for 15 minutes and Senator Blackburn for 15 minutes prior to the scheduled vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.
Mr. President, I rise today to discuss the state of the war between Israel and Hamas. Tomorrow, Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu will speak before a joint session of Congress. I hope he will propose a significant change in his…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.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 Rhode Island. Remembering James M. Inhofe
Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to a great gentleman, a dear friend, a colleague, and in many cases a battle buddy, Senator Jim Inhofe. He was an extraordinary gentleman. And you can't say ``gentleman'' enough when it came to…
Mr. President, I rise today to honor the service and achievements of an esteemed and valued member of our Armed Forces, Rear Admiral Leonard ``Butch'' Dollaga, who will retire from the U.S. Navy on October 1, 2024, after 34 years in…
Mr. President, I rise today to honor Ms. Sandra E. Latta, who is retiring from the Department of the Navy after more than 35 years of faithful civilian service to our Nation, culminating as the Deputy Chief of Legislative Affairs for…
Mr. President, it is my honor to pay tribute to a remarkable team upon their retirement from the Department of the Army. The combined service of Mrs. Margaret ``Peggy'' Bass Baines and Mr. Antonio Rodolfo Baines spans an astounding 80…
Mr. President, for the Committee on Armed Services I report favorably the following nomination lists which were printed in the RECORDS on the dates indicated, and ask unanimous consent, to save the expense of reprinting on the Executive…
Mr. President, I ask for the yeas and nays on the pending nomination. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Is there a sufficient second? There appears to be a sufficient second. The clerk will call the roll. The senior assistant legislative…
Mr. President, I rise to express my support for Ms. Melissa Dalton's nomination to be Under Secretary of the Air Force. Ms. Dalton is an exceptionally qualified leader with a long and distinguished career in service to the United States…
Mr. President, for the Committee on Armed Services I report favorably the following nomination lists which were printed in the Records on the dates indicated, and ask unanimous consent, to save the expense of reprinting on the Executive…
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