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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 the Presiding Officer for giving me the opportunity to share some remarks. I do believe Senator Hatch and Senator Wyden allowed a good debate in the committee. Unfortunately, we have not been able to have the kinds of amendments…
I don't see any others here. I will just discuss this a little bit more. When Mr. Damico, who has been involved in world trade competition for years, said we are enabling mercantilism, what he is saying is that our trading partners have a…
I was under the impression that we would be able to have discussion and debate on the legislation before us. My two amendments would deal with two very serious issues. I am disappointed that we have an objection. My first amendment, 1233…
as we continue to debate and file amendments to the trade promotion authority, the fast-track legislation, I ask unanimous consent to make two amendments pending and ask that the pending amendment be set aside and call up my amendment No…
I want to thank the gentleman from New Jersey. In fact, he did refer to the relationship that I had with Don Payne, a young Congressman from New Jersey who, in fact, engaged me as a new Member in the Caribbean Caucus. During that period of…
I thank Senator Wyden. He is so principled, and I know his heart is right on all these issues. But there are some disagreements. I do think the Senator gives a little more time between the actual agreement being adopted and its passage…
I thank the Senator from Ohio for allowing me to speak, for suggesting I speak next, which was my understanding I would be able to do. We have good people on both sides of this issue, but Senator Brown is an advocate, and I think he has…
I believe I had up to 15 to 20 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. There is still time until 2. We are just notifying you of the 12 minutes.
I think that as we consider these trade agreements, it is appropriate that we recognize the importance of free trade, how it helps the world and helps the economy, and it is something I certainly support and have supported on a number of…
I will wrap up, Mr. President. What about the Census Department's report on the U.S. trade deficit of South Korea? They found it has almost doubled since the passage of the agreement. In 2011, the United States had a $13.2 billion trade…
I ask unanimous consent that I be notified after 12 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair will so notify the Senator.
I ask unanimous consent that we start the vote now, 5 minutes earlier than we planned. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there objection? Without objection, it is so ordered. Under the previous order, the motion to reconsider the vote on which…
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