Jul 9, 2019
I further ask unanimous consent that the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table with no intervening action or debate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
John Thune
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John Randolph Thune is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from South Dakota since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Thune has been a prominent figure in national politics, focusing on issues such as immigration enforcement, border security, and federal worker compensation. He has played a significant role in shaping Republican policy in Congress and has been involved in various legislative initiatives throughout his tenure.
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Jul 9, 2019
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it adjourn until 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, July 10; further, that following the prayer and pledge, the morning hour be deemed expired, the Journal of…
Jul 9, 2019
I know of no further debate on the bill, as amended. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there further debate? If not, the bill having been read the third time, the question is, Shall the bill pass? The bill, as amended, was passed, as follows: S…
Jul 9, 2019
I further ask unanimous consent that the Shaheen amendment, which is at the desk, be considered and agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The amendment (No. 907) was agreed to, as follows: (Purpose: To…
Jul 8, 2019
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Louisiana (Mr. Cassidy), the Senator from Florida (Mr. Rubio), and the Senator from North Carolina (Mr. Tillis). Further, if present and voting, the Senator from Florida (Mr…
Jun 28, 2019
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Tennessee (Mrs. Blackburn), the Senator from Missouri (Mr. Blunt), the Senator from Indiana (Mr. Braun), the Senator from North Carolina (Mr. Burr), the Senator from North…
Jun 27, 2019
Mr. President, if I might, let me describe where things are in the state of play with respect to the supplemental appropriations bill that deals with the border. I know the situation at our border has been at a crisis point for weeks now…
Jun 26, 2019
Mr. President, there is no more important congressional responsibility than providing for our Nation's defense. There will always be those who wish our Nation harm, and our Nation must always be prepared to defend itself. More than that…
Jun 26, 2019
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. S. 1790
Jun 25, 2019
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the first- degree filling deadline for the cloture motions filed during yesterday's session of the Senate be at 2:30 p.m. today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Border…
Jun 25, 2019
Mr. President, I have 7 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…
Jun 25, 2019
Mr. President, later today we will hopefully be taking up legislation to address the humanitarian crisis along our southern border. This year, 2019, has seen an overwhelming flood of migrants. So far this fiscal year, roughly 600,000…
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