I know I don't need to tell anybody that American families have had a tough time in recent years. Weak economic growth, stagnant wages, and a lack of opportunities have left many Americans struggling just to get by. To put a fine point on…

NOAA's fishery conservation and management program is the most comprehensive and effective in the world.

We believe Mr. Myers's strategic vision, business management experience and executive leadership skills will serve him well.

I have sought recognition to note last night's strong bipartisan vote of 90 to 7 to confirm Derek Kan's nomination. I am very happy that Mr. Kan is now able to take up the duties of Under Secretary for Transportation Policy at the…

I ask unanimous consent that with respect to the Kan nomination, the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table and the President be immediately notified of the Senate's action. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there…

it is a good day here in the Senate because today we released our tax reform legislation, and soon we hope to have a final bill on the President's desk. When you first think about coming to Washington to serve, you dream about fixing big…

I rise today to voice my strong support for the nomination of Derek Kan to be Under Secretary for Transportation Policy at the Department of Transportation. The Commerce Committee held a hearing on his nomination on June 8, 2017, and…

we are getting close to making tax relief for Americans a reality. Last week the House released its tax reform bill, and this week we expect the Senate Finance Committee to release our version. In the coming days, the tax committees in…

The Equifax breach is potentially much more severe given the sensitive nature of the consumer information compromised.

Enhancing security and protecting the personal data of American consumers will continue to be a priority for this Committee.

We are truly in the era of major data breaches.

I can think of no better person to guide NASA on that journey than Jim Bridenstine.

What impressed me most about Jim was not only his drive and passion for all things space...

the House and the Senate are moving forward on a final draft of our tax reform bill, and I am excited about the progress we are making. We have one goal in mind with tax reform. It is to provide real relief to ordinary Americans--to the…

I ask unanimous consent that I be able to speak until such time as my remarks are concluded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

We hope to move each of these nominees quickly.

We are grateful that you are willing to serve, grateful for the service that each of you have given in the past, and look forward to your service in the future.

I write to you to express our support for Jim Bridenstine's nomination as NASA Administrator.

I am writing to express my enthusiastic and unequivocal support for the nomination of Representative Jim Bridenstine to lead the National Aeronautics and Space Administration as its next Administrator.

His American Space Renaissance Act introduced innovative and thoughtful ideas to help evolve policies in the rapidly changing civil space landscape.

This will require a steady hand at the helm--one bold enough to set a visionary and forward-looking direction.

I believe the Nation would be exceptionally well served with Mr. Bridenstine as NASA Administrator.

Jim Bridenstine needs to be rapidly confirmed by the Senate. The sooner he gets on the job, the better for America's future in space.

I write to you to express my strong support of Jim Bridenstine's nomination as NASA Administrator.

I don't need to tell anyone that middle- class Americans have had a rough time in recent years. Stagnant wages and a lack of opportunities have left many American families stretched thin. Sending the kids to college, a secure retirement…