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Dusty M. Johnson is a Republican politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for South Dakota's at-large congressional district, a position he has held since January 3, 2019. Prior to his election to Congress, Johnson served on the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission and was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives. His legislative focus includes issues related to agriculture, energy, and rural development, reflecting the interests of his constituents in South Dakota.
Mr. President, I rise today to speak about the Export-Import Bank. Earlier today, I filed the Export-Import Bank Reauthorization Act of 2011. This legislation was approved unanimously by the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs…
Mr. President, today I rise to recognize September 9, 2011, as National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day. Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, FASD, is an umbrella term describing the varied range of alcohol-related birth…
Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the 37th annual National Suicide Prevention Week, which began on September 4 and culminated with World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10. I take this opportunity to reflect on the destructive…
Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute SPC Dennis G. Jensen and his heroic service to our country. A member of the South Dakota National Guard, Spc. Jensen was serving in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. On August 16, 2011, he…
Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to SSG Lex Lewis and his heroic service to our country. As a cavalry scout in the B Troop, 1st Squadron, 10th Cavalry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, of Fort Carson, CO, Staff Sergeant Lewis was…
Mr. President, shortly we will be voting on final passage of the MILCON-VA appropriations bill. I would like to thank Leaders Reid and McConnell and Chairman Inouye and Vice Chairman Cochran for their leadership and support in getting us…
Mr. President, I would like to yield to Senator Kirk for any final remarks he may have. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Illinois.
I thank the Chair. Amendment No. 575 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the previous order, the question is on agreeing to amendment No. 575. The amendment (No. 575) was agreed to. Amendment No. 577, As Modified The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under the…
Madam President, I quote former Reagan Economic Adviser Bartlett on the House Republican plan. Distributionally, the Ryan plan is a monstrosity. The rich would receive huge tax cuts while the social safety net would be shredded to pay for…
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent to return to morning business. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
Mr. President, I suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk proceeded to call the roll. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from New Jersey.
Mr. President, the Vitter amendment pending before the Senate is another attempt to derail the progress we have made in a bipartisan fashion on the MilCon/VA bill. The Senate has voted twice on this issue during consideration of this bill…
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