Herb Kohl

I want to thank, first of all, Chairman Kohl and Ranking Member Corker for this forum today.

This legislation is extremely important for reasons that have been alluded to by panelists today.

something that Senator Kohl referred to earlier.

In my judgment, you are one of the very best Senators that the United States has ever had.

If a farmer defaults on an operating loan, not only are they at risk of losing their livelihood but also their home.

I would like to see much more progress made on this issue before you are confirmed.

I intend to insist that we see some progress on this issue as a condition of your confirmation.

I do appreciate that very much. Thank you.

It is an issue that has been out there now for quite a long time. It is not all that complicated.

I rise today as chairman of the Special Committee on Aging to talk about retirement security in America. In recent years, workers have seen their savings take a hit, with many wondering whether they will ever be able to retire. The current…

I believe it's crucial that antitrust law enforcement be a part of our Nation's rail policy.

The railroads' obsolete antitrust exemptions mean higher prices for consumer and manufactured goods.

I will seek to advance repeal of the antitrust exemption by any other means possible.

Vigorous application of our Nation's antitrust laws is the best way to eliminate barriers to competition.

vigorous application of our Nation's antitrust laws is the best way to eliminate barriers to competition.

As Chair of the Senate Aging Committee, I will work closely with my colleagues to ensure your recommendations play a prominent role in the debate over the future of these programs.

Senator Kohl, thank you so much for having this field hearing here. I know that your heart is with the people of Wisconsin and the people of Milwaukee and our heart is with you and we are so appreciative of your efforts in the Senate…

The Older Americans Act helps seniors live independently in their communities through home care, home-delivered and group meals, family caregiver support, transportation, as well as other services.

We're very fortunate with the support of you, Senator Kohl, in Wisconsin.

Thank you so much, Senator Kohl.

any money, extra money that can be appropriated for the title, Senator Kohl, will be greatly appreciated in Wisconsin.

Back in 1965, President Johnson signed into law the Older Americans Act which provides the bulk of aging-related programs.

I want to thank you once again, Senator Kohl, for allowing me to share with you the thoughts about the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act.

Today, it serves over 10 million Americans all across our country and over 386,000 seniors right here in our State of Wisconsin.

I am here today to support General Kagan's nomination to the Supreme Court. Her confirmation will be a milestone that we can all be proud of. For the first time in history, three women will be serving on the Supreme Court at one time…