| Supporting Sanctions On Iran |
May 22, 2013 |
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Charles Schumer, D-NY
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"Make no mistake—the diplomatic, security, and economic relationship between Israel and the United States is stronger than it has ever been, and nothing can break that everlasting bond. But let’s be completely frank. Right now, our friend Israel faces one of the gravest threats it has confronted in more than a half a century."
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| Agriculture Reform, Food, And Jobs Act Of 2013—Continued |
May 21, 2013 |
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Bernard Sanders, I-VT
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"This amendment addresses an issue that was not satisfactorily addressed in Dodd-Frank, where we attempted to deal with the issue of excessive speculation on the oil futures market. Amendment No. 964 requires the CFTC to use all of its authority, including its emergency powers, within 30 days to address this very important issue."
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| Tribute To Jane Holl Lute |
May 20, 2013 |
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Thomas Carper, D-DE
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"Ms. Lute’s accomplishments are not limited to domestic operations. Her familiarity with international negotiation was of great value to DHS and her efforts abroad have helped enhance security practices here at home. As the lead negotiator for the U.S. Passenger Name Record Agreement with the European Union, she secured a landmark new data-sharing agreement with the European Union that increased the security of air travel while protecting civil liberties and privacy. In these negotiations, she bridged fundamental differences between how Europeans and Americans view privacy through tenacity and perseverance. These same traits are seen in her approach to the Department’s bilateral relations as well. She expanded cooperation with our British and German allies through the Joint Contact Group and Security Cooperation Group, forged stronger ties with India through the Homeland Security Dialogue, and she opened the door to frank discussions with China over cyber and port security."
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| In Recognition Of Jane E. Oppenheim For Dedicated And Selfless Service To The Community |
May 17, 2013 |
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Matt Cartwright, D-PA
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"Jane has long been a champion of education. Chairing the University of Scranton’s President’s Board of Regents, Jane attained an honorary doctoral degree and the University’s Frank O’Hara award. As a member of the Board of Trustees of Keystone College, Jane’s role was instrumental in establishing the Oppenheim Family Children’s Center. The Center provides high quality pre-kindergarten education and serves as a great resource for Keystone’s early education programs. She is also a member of the steering committee for The Gathering, Keystone’s nationally acclaimed literacy conference."
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