‘It’s time for the appropriations process to finally be allowed to move forward. That means it’s time for the men and women who put everything on the line for us to finally receive the support they need to be safe. It’s time for our troops to finally get the certainty... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding Senator Ernst’s resolution of disapproval on the ‘Waters of the U.S.’ rule: “The Administration’s so-called ‘Waters of the U.S.’ regulation would grant federal bureaucrats dominion over nearly every piece of land that... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today marking the 12,000th vote of Senator Grassley: “Last week, the Senate marked two milestones. “First, our colleague from Vermont cast vote number 15,000. “We all noted it at the time. “Then, our... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the passing of former U.S. Senator Fred Thompson: “There was never any doubt when our colleague from Tennessee was nearby. “Six feet six inches tall. “Deep, booming voice. “Magnetic personality that lit... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the Federal Water Quality Protection Act: “Two federal courts have already found that the Obama Administration’s plan to regulate the land around nearly every pothole and ditch is likely illegal. “It’s hardly... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the two-year fiscal agreement: “I said that the Senate would take up the fiscal agreement after the House acted, and we are. “This agreement isn’t perfect. I share some concerns other colleagues... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor welcoming the election of Paul Ryan as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives: “When responsibility calls, it’s usually not at a time of our choosing. The decision to answer is rarely... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor regarding the retirement of House Speaker John Boehner: “There’s a lot you can say about John Boehner. “He loves his breakfasts every morning at Pete’s Diner. He’s a fan of the tie dimple.... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the two year fiscal agreement: “Yesterday the Senate voted overwhelmingly to pass another important piece of legislation for our country. “By a vote of 74 to 21, the Senate said yes... Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding measures to overturn the Administration’s job killing regulations: “As I noted this morning, Senators from both parties have joined together to work toward overturning the Administration’s deeply regressive energy regulations. “These... Continue Reading