Madam President, I come to the floor today as the Senate works on the next phase of pandemic relief and recovery legislation. The country is united in combating the coronavirus. The Senate's top priority is protecting the American people, and we are working together to save lives. America is fighting a war--a war against a deadly disease. There is no retreating, no giving up the American fighting spirit. We will finish the fight. The key to victory is to control the virus spread until we have a vaccine. A successful vaccine is vital to beat the virus and to return to normal life. The race for a COVID-19 vaccine is as important as putting a man on the Moon. We have made incredible progress. Vaccine development is well ahead of schedule. The administration's public- private partnership, Operation Warp Speed, has started phase 2 and phase 3 vaccine trials much sooner than expected. These are human trials. If all goes well, we hope to have a vaccine ready by the end of this year. Senate Republicans will make sure Americans have a safe, effective vaccine as soon as possible. It will be the most accessible vaccine in the history of the United States. Meanwhile, we should all do our part to slow the spread, and we know what that means. That means socially distancing, using good hygiene, and wearing a mask. This is the time for all of us to come together. But instead of fighting the virus, Democrats are waging a never-ending bidding war for more government spending.…
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Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that we proceed immediately to the vote. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.





