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Bill Lee is the 50th governor of Tennessee, having taken office on January 19, 2019. A member of the Republican Party, he has focused on various issues including education reform, economic development, and public safety during his tenure. Lee has also emphasized the importance of workforce development and has worked on initiatives to improve the state's infrastructure. His administration has faced challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the state's economy and health systems.
I call up my amendment No. 22 and ask that it be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, the clerk will report the amendment by number. The legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Utah [Mr. Lee] proposes…
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I appreciate the thoughtful words from my friend and colleague, the Senator from Vermont. I have enjoyed working with him on the Judiciary Committee, and I always appreciate his insights and the thoughtful, respectful manner in which he…
I will emphasize that Yucca Mountain is the only allowable site for a national permanent nuclear waste repository, against the will of Nevadans.
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Unanimous Consent Request--H.R. 185
Can you also confirm your fiscal 2024 budget request ensures that you have everything you need to address the crisis?
To us, it is zero dollars of delivering waste to Nevada without our consent.
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I am very concerned about as we experience the gun shootings, the uncontrolled access to illegal weapons...
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We cannot afford anything short of fully supporting Fallon's training mission.
I think it would cut my military budget by approximately half, my military construction, which would impact SIOP, FIOP, which is the counterpart to our aviation.
Absolutely. Yeah, we just designated some significant Tribal land in my district, Avi Kwa Ame, as a national monument.
the President in his budget request for fiscal year 2024 includes funding to support two Tribal liaison positions for this training range complex.
I can't reiterate filling that deficit, how important that is, because requiring our airmen to go out and find their own...
I was glad to do see $7.2 million included in the fiscal year 2023 omnibus for a new dorm.
Our readiness, I think we can all agree, in the Pacific is a top concern for everyone.
I agree with you, this is an incredibly important hearing, especially when we talk about our readiness with our services.
It can take up to 2 months just to post an opening from the time that an employee leaves and then another 6 to 9 months to onboard.
My understanding is it is not on the Future Year Defense Plan to expand this facility, and I want to know what it is we need to do to get it there.
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