John Thune: “Reserving the right to object, as the Senator from Illinois has already pointed out, that has already passed in the…”

“Reserving the right to object, as the Senator from Illinois has already pointed out, that has already passed in the Senate. What he is suggesting is already in the House, not being acted on. What the Senate can act on is legislation that is being sent from the House that would ensure that our National Guard and Reserve troops are treated the same way as our Active troops are treated. I think that is only fair and only fitting. These are people who not only respond to domestic disasters but are also involved in conflicts overseas on a regular basis. So I would object. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. The objection is heard to the modification requested. Is there objection to the original request?”