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Pete Sessions is an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 32nd congressional district from 2013 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held office in the House from 1997 to 2005, representing Texas's 5th congressional district. During his time in Congress, Sessions focused on various issues including veterans' affairs and fiscal responsibility. He has been involved in efforts to support veterans and their families, highlighting the importance of organizations like the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
I thank Senator Johnson for his leadership on this issue. As the ranking Republican on the Budget Committee, I share my colleagues' disappointment that we have not functioned. It is good to see Senator Ayotte and Senator Johnson, who are…
I thank Senator Thune so much for his comments, and that of Senator Johanns. They are raising a fundamental question. We have never, ever been in a financial situation in our country that is as systemically deeply dangerous as we are…
I thank Senator Isakson and appreciate his eloquent remarks on one of the great American public leaders, Richard Russell. I am honored to be in the Russell Office Building myself. Budget Crisis Mr. President, I am deeply concerned about…
I thank the Chair. The assistant bill clerk continued with the call of the roll, and the following Senators entered the Chamber and answered to their names: [Quorum No. 2] Alexander Begich Bennet Casey Collins Johnson (WI) Reid The ACTING…
we heard an announcement today that the so-called ``Biden talks'' have broken down. It is not something that surprises me terribly. I have always said that I didn't think this was the right approach--to negotiate in secret some of the most…
on behalf of Senator Paul, I call up amendments Nos. 502 and 503, and ask unanimous consent that they be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The clerk will report. The assistant editor of the…
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Amendments Nos. 502 and 503
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The Budget
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: Page 3, beginning line 22, strike the proviso relating to FAIR Act or Circular A-76 activities. The Acting CHAIR. The…
I know that the Federal Government employs some 2 million executive branch, non-postal full-time and permanent employees; 850,000 of these employees hold jobs that are commercial in nature. Of the 850,000 commercial jobs, only a handful…
I thank the Senator for his courtesy in allowing us to proceed and discuss issues at this point in time and wanted to recall for my colleagues that we are now at 776 days since the Senate has agreed to a budget. We have not passed a budget…
I ask that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Coons). Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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