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April 11, 2013
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The Department of Homeland Security has been asked to do more with less, requiring tough decisions.
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April 11, 2013
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DHS managed response to Hurricane Sandy with precision and timely and accurate information.
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April 10, 2013
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I share President Obama's commitment to replacing sequestration, a critical step for American families and our economic recovery.
April 10, 2013
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They also create a level playing field for businesses who want to treat their employees fairly and decently. Without government establishing and enforcing basic standards, employers would find themselves at a competitive disadvantage relative to those who seek to profit by endangering and cheating workers. We would have a race to the bottom.
March 21, 2013
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Like any compromise, this measure is far from perfect. Nevertheless, a government shutdown could wreak havoc on our already fragile economic recovery and must be prevented.
March 20, 2013
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Diplomacy and development programs are critical to protecting our national security, maintaining U.S. global leadership, and promoting economic growth.
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March 20, 2013
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Cost overruns and schedule slips of the Department of Energy's major construction projects must be addressed.
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March 19, 2013
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Good health is a person's greatest asset but for many Native Americans their health status is impaired. In category after category, Native Americans suffer sickness and disease at greater rates than other Americans.
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March 19, 2013
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We must address the environmental impacts of our nuclear weapons complex, to ensure the health and safety of those communities affected.
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March 19, 2013
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It is unconscionable to legislate discrimination, and I cannot condone the use of taxpayer dollars to defend a discriminatory law at ANY time especially when these senseless cuts have placed an even greater burden on the operations and effectiveness of this chamber.
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