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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).
The amendment is proposed by myself and Senators McCaskill and Kyl. The legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Alabama [Mr. Sessions], for himself, Mrs. McCaskill, and Mr. Kyl, proposes an amendment numbered 3308 to amendment…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Amendment No. 3308
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that reading of the amendment be dispensed with. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. (The amendment is printed in today's Record under ``Text of Amendments.'')
I will wrap up. I do not want to delay the vote. It will be perfectly appropriate for him to make his remarks at this time. But first, I will point out this chart. Why do we need to contain the reckless growth in spending? This chart shows…
Mr. President, I want to share some thoughts on an amendment that Senator McCaskill and I offered earlier today. I note that a number of people are anxious to vote and finish up. If and when that time comes, I will be pleased to yield the…
Madam President, I want to share a few thoughts at this time about the Supreme Court's decision in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, which was announced today. Some comments were made about the decision in the Judiciary…
Madam President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Today's Citizen United Decision
Mr. President, I wish to speak on the nomination of Judge Beverly Baldwin Martin who President Obama nominated to the Eleventh Circuit on June 19. I remain at a loss as to why it has taken this long for her nomination to come before the…
American families and small businesses are making sacrifices across this country and cutting expenses due to tough economic times. Yet this Democratic majority continues to spend like there's no problem at all.
In celebration of VFW's 100th anniversary, I want to recognize the efforts of this worthwhile organization that continues to assist tens of thousands of veterans, as well as their dependents and survivors.
Today, the VFW's 2 million veterans, and its auxiliaries' 750,000 members, provide $2.7 million annually in scholarships and awards to U.S. high school students.
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