I ask unanimous consent that I be able to complete my remarks. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. FAA Reauthorization Act

aviation continues to play a significant role in the American economy and in American life. The industry contributes $1.6 trillion to the economy on an annual basis and supports more than 10.6 million jobs. In 2017, 850 million passengers…

this will be the first of what I suspect will be other efforts to get input from those who are affected by the privacy issue

I have 6 requests for committees to meet during today's session of the Senate. They have the approval of the Majority and Minority leaders. Pursuant to rule XXVI, paragraph 5(a), of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the following…

America has always been a place of economic promise. Millions of people have come to this country in search of a better life for themselves and an even better life for their children, but in recent years this dream had started to dim…

The United States Senate is first and foremost a public institution, accountable to the people.

A strong national baseline creates clear rules for companies and ensures that individuals across the United States can expect consistent data protections.

A national framework should specifically preempt the patchwork of different data breach notification laws in all 50 states.

Consumers deserve clear answers and standards on data privacy protection.

many in the Carolinas and other communities in our eastern States are dealing with wind, flooding, and storm surge damage caused by Hurricane Florence. In the lead-up to this hurricane and in the ongoing response to it, Federal agencies…

in 2017, more than 72,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, and 49,000 of those deaths were related to opioids. Opioid overdoses have surpassed motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. Whole…

before I close, I want to mention the good economic news that continues to pour in. The economy created more than 200,000 jobs in August, beating expectations, and the unemployment rate was yet again below 4 percent. Economic growth in the…

I do not see any evidence that we are. Maybe there are discussions going on in a back channel way that are not visible to the rest of us.

This nation built the Erie Canal, the Transcontinental Railroad, the Wright 1903 Flyer, and the Interstate Highway System.

I believe we all share the common goal of ensuring that U.S. companies and farmers and ranchers are able to compete.

I ask unanimous consent that the remaining votes in this series be 10 minutes in length. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________

in the wake of Senator John McCain's passing, I was particularly moved by the announcement that, in accordance with his wishes, he will be buried in the cemetery at the U.S. Naval Academy. It is a fitting resting place for someone who…

It's got to be a great priority because it's wasteful.

when it comes to deciding whether to confirm a Supreme Court Justice, there are two important questions: One, is this person well qualified? And, two, does this person understand the proper role of a judge? When it comes to Brett…

I can think of no better advocate for Indian Country than Jeannie.

I think preservation of our language and culture is such an important part of our Country's heritage.

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Nomination of Brett Kavanaugh

The RAY BAUM's Act not only reauthorized the FCC, but it also included important spectrum, infrastructure, and broadband deployment provisions.

I applaud the Commission and, particularly, Commissioner Carr's efforts to remove barriers to broadband deployment.

The bipartisan Streamline Act that I introduced in June with Senator Schatz is meant to stimulate the discussion.