Senate
Page S2461 · Official textThe Senate met at 3 p.m. and was called to order by the President pro tempore (Mr. Grassley).
Monday, June 1, 2026
Vol. 172, No. 92 · 119th Congress, 2nd session
Prayer
Page S2461 · Official textThe Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, offered the following prayer: Let us pray. Gracious God, let Your glory be over all the Earth. Thank You for Your faithfulness that endures forever. Today, give our lawmakers steadfast hearts that they may honor You. Give them the wisdom, courage, and commitment to strive to do Your will. May their debates and discussions be characterized by civility. Lord, lead our Senators throughout life's changing scenes, providing them with strength for every challenge. Remind them of the importance of reverential awe, which is the beginning of wisdom. Lord, grant us all competence, reverence, and humility for the living of these days. We pray in Your righteous Name. Amen.
Pledge of Allegiance
Page S2461 · Official textThe President pro tempore led the Pledge of Allegiance, as follows:
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I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Reservation of Leader Time
Page S2461 · Official textThe PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Budd)
Under the previous order, the leadership time is reserved.
Morning Business
Page S2461 · Official textThe PRESIDING OFFICER
The Senate will be in a period of morning business, with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each.
The Senator from Iowa.
Ethanol
Pages S2461–S2462 · Official textMr. President, Iowa is the leading producer of ethanol. About 43,000 jobs are connected with that production. Ethanol is produced from corn. Iowa is the No. 1 producer of corn in the United States.
The House of Representatives has passed a bill for 15 percent mixture of ethanol with petroleum gasoline. That is E15.
Up until now, E10--10-percent mixture--has been considered a pretty good success story. So expanding it will have more homegrown renewable energy, if we can get E15 nationwide year-round. And it takes legislation to make that happen.
In recent weeks, some of my colleagues have come to the floor to speak on this very same subject--some for E15 legislation and some against E15 legislation.
So I think there are a lot of myths about ethanol and E15 that need to be cleared up. One of those myths that continues to spread is that year-round, nationwide E15 is a mandate. So I want to be very clear: E15 legislation is not a mandate; it is a choice.
And it is this simple: You are driving into the filling station to fill up your car--even today with the high price that it is--you will see that you have a choice of gasoline with no ethanol or with 10-percent ethanol or E15.
The trouble is, not every retailer has it. But it is a choice when you go to the pump to punch the button you want for the type of gasoline that you want to put in your car.
I support E15 legislation because it removes both outdated and unnecessary redtape from the EPA. Just as an example of that redtape, the law says that in some parts of our country, you can't dispense ethanol in your gasoline in June, July, August, and September. You can't do it during those months.
However, we have been successful under 2 years of Trump 1, 4 years of Biden, and 2 years now of Trump, by Presidential waiver, that we can have E15 nationwide. But that is redtape that we shouldn't have to go through.
And that is the reason for the legislation. It would allow consumers to have a choice to purchase E15 year-round in all 50 States. And it takes legislation to do that because you will never get the retailers of gasoline to spend the money to update their pumps for E15 without the legislation. Some have done it now, trusting that there will be a Presidential waiver year after year, but a lot of retailers won't depend on that.
So this legislation is not a mandate because it would not force gas stations to sell E15 if they don't want to. However, because E15 saves consumers 10 to 30 cents per gallon, I suspect that many fuel retailers will choose to provide their customers with this high quality, low cost, homegrown fuel.
I yield the floor.
I suggest the absence of a quorum.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The clerk will call the roll.
The senior assistant bill clerk proceeded to call the roll.
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
Recognition of the Majority Leader
Page S2462 · Official textThe PRESIDING OFFICER
The majority leader is recognized.
Department of Homeland Security
Page S2462 · Official textMr. President, enforcing our Nation's laws is not optional. Securing our borders isn't optional. Supporting the men and women who do this important work--funding law enforcement--isn't optional either. That should go without saying, but unfortunately, Members of the Democrat Party have made it clear that they disagree. Incredibly, Democrats have refused to provide a single penny for border security and immigration law enforcement for fiscal year 2026--that is zero dollars for a physical presence at our Nation's border; zero dollars to deport criminals who have made their way into our country illegally. If Democrats had their way, illegal immigrants would be allowed to flood across our Nation's southern border entirely unchecked.
I guess we really shouldn't be surprised. After all, it is hardly the first time Democrats have demonstrated that border security and immigration enforcement are at the very bottom of their priority list. For decades now, Democrat-led cities and States have implemented sanctuary policies that prevent local law enforcement from cooperating with Federal immigration authorities. These policies have had deadly consequences. Yet Democrats have defended them and continue to uphold them across the country.
Then there was the crisis at the southern border. There were 4--4--straight years of recordbreaking illegal immigration at our southern border under Democrats and President Biden.
The New York Times reported:
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After Mr. Biden became president, migrant encounters at the southern border quickly doubled, then kept rising. New arrivals overwhelmed border stations, then border towns, and eventually major cities like New York and Denver.
That from the New York Times.
Contrast that with today. Illegal crossings have plummeted to a trickle, and as of the end of April, not a single illegal immigrant has been released at the border and into our country for an entire year.
But Democrats are apparently determined to bring back unchecked illegal immigration. To do that, they are embracing the far-left ideologies of "defund law enforcement" and "abolish ICE." These were once considered fringe positions among Democrats. Today, they are basically the official positions of the Democrat Party.
The junior Senator from California said in January:
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I'm not giving ICE or Border Patrol another dime.
The junior Senator from Massachusetts told a crowd in February:
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We know that we must defund and abolish ICE.
One Democrat Senate candidate has even said:
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Dismantling ICE is the moderate position.
This is today's Democrat Party--a party in thrall to its far-left base and a party that has completely abandoned its national security responsibilities when it comes to enforcing immigration law and securing our borders.
Needless to say, as long as Republicans are in charge, we are not going to let Democrats defund border security and immigration law enforcement. So we are moving forward with a bill to fund these important responsibilities for the remainder of the Trump administration so that Democrats cannot again put our Nation's security and Americans' safety in jeopardy.
I don't know who Democrats think benefits from blocking funding for Border Patrol and ICE. The American people certainly don't benefit from there being no law enforcement at the border. They don't benefit from human traffickers and drug smugglers being able to enter our country unchecked or from rapists, murderers, and other criminals being allowed to live freely in our country.
Democrats' position puts illegal immigrants in danger as well. Border Patrol agents are the ones pulling illegal immigrants out of the Rio Grande and rescuing dehydrated migrants in the desert. But Democrats don't support these agents' work.
If Democrats' position helps anyone, it helps the cartels, the coyotes, and other criminals who prefer to act without risk of detection and apprehension. And I suspect that is why we haven't heard much from Democrats in recent weeks about the core of this legislation. Democrats haven't exactly demonstrated an eagerness to come to the floor and defend open borders, and I strongly suspect that is because at some level, they know their position is completely indefensible.
President Trump and Republicans have cleaned up Democrats' mess at the border. We have secured the southern border and put criminals on notice that they will no longer be living freely in our country. And we plan to keep it that way.
I yield the floor.
I suggest the absence of a quorum.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The clerk will call the roll.
The assistant bill clerk proceeded to call the roll.
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
Recognition of the Minority Leader
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The Democratic leader is recognized.
Anti-Weaponization Fund
Pages S2462–S2463 · Official textMr. President, the press reports that Trump says he will table his $2 billion MAGA slush fund, but a promise from Trump is worthless. If Trump and Republicans are truly abandoning this corrupt scheme, they should have zero problem banning it in law.
This week, Senate Democrats will push legislation to ban this slush fund and ensure no President can ever do this again. Trump's word is nowhere near enough.
Donald Trump's attempt to establish this trust fund alone is one of the most glaring cases of corruption in American history. Trump's slush fund is the textbook definition of self-dealing. Trump sued himself, settled with himself, and then Trump gives himself and his family immunity to evade their taxes; and Trump makes you, the American taxpayer, pay for it all.
This slush fund could never have passed the smell test. At a time when Americans can barely afford to fill their tanks, to keep the lights on, put food on their table, Trump wants the American people to pay for handouts for MAGA billionaires, cop-beating January 6 insurrectionists, and his own family. He wanted no transparency, no oversight, no accountability. It is disgusting.
Now Trump is claiming that the slush fund is dead for now, but Democrats will not stop until it is well and truly buried and can never see the light of day. Democrats are going to make sure this slush fund is dead and cannot be revived just like we did with the ballroom.
Republicans can try to wriggle their way out of answering for this corruption, but it won't work. If Republicans try to force through their reconciliation bill again, the first amendment I will offer will be to ban the slush fund permanently and forever. If Republicans try to meddle with the appropriations process to do Trump's bidding, we will fight it there too. And if Republicans try to use toothless constraints to make the slush fund more palatable, we will press them to dismantle it entirely.
For something as inherently corrupt as this slush fund, half measures won't cut it. You don't fix a corrupt slush fund by relying on the word of the most untrustworthy President we have ever had; you ban it.
The slush fund is rotten to the core. Democrats will make sure Republicans vote on it no matter what. This is corruption in broad daylight, and Republicans are foolish to think they can hide in the shadows.
Economy
Page S2463 · Official textMr. President, now on costs. Last week we got new inflation numbers showing that prices are at their highest level in years. Families are saving less as they struggle to make ends meet. Americans are working harder, paying more, and getting less.
That is Trump's economy at work.
From Trump's mouth to the American people's ears, he said:
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I don't think about Americans' financial situation.
All Trump thinks about is building his golden ballroom, putting his name on a massive arch, lining his pocket with taxpayer dollars, and slapping his face onto a $250 bill.
None of that lowers costs; none of that helps working families. All Trump's vanity projects do is waste time and money, and our Republican friends seem to go along with almost all of it--maybe even all of it.
Meanwhile, two-thirds of Americans--two-thirds--say they have had to cut back on groceries the past few months because of skyrocketing costs. This comes as new data shows household electricity prices have spiked by 18 percent since Trump took office. With the hottest months now upon us--summer season--rising energy costs will only further strain families' pocketbooks.
The average home cooling costs could reach nearly $800 this summer, an 8.5-percent increase over last year and 37 percent more than in 2020.
A poll over the weekend found that 53 percent of all Americans say the current cost of living is the worst they have ever seen. What happened to lowering costs on day one, which Trump so proudly proclaimed?
And, of course, where are the Senate Republicans? Instead of listening to the American people, working with Democrats to bring costs down, Republicans are working around the clock to aid and abet Trump's corruption, to build his vanity projects on the taxpayers' dime, and funnel tens of billions of dollars to his masked agents who are already flushed with cash.
Americans are screaming for relief, and all they hear back from Senate Republicans is silence--complete, complicit silence.
Iran
Page S2463 · Official textMr. President, on the Iran war, once again the ongoing fighting in Iran has blown holes in Trump's claim that victory is at hand. Over the weekend, Trump said he is "in no hurry to end the war in Iran."
No hurry? Tell that to our troops who are in harm's way every second this war continues, including those who were fired upon in Kuwait just this morning. Tell that to their families.
Really, no hurry? I will tell you who is in a hurry for this blunder to end: the American people who are getting crushed by record gas prices at the pump. They are in a hurry.
Trump has proven over and over again that he is incapable of getting our country out of this mess. Congress needs to step up.
Democrats and a handful of Republicans came together before Memorial Day to advance a War Powers Resolution to withdraw our troops from hostility with Iran. We will not stop forcing votes to end this war until this disastrous war is over once and for all.
Trump and his allies in the Senate may not see the urgency of ending this war, but Democrats and the American people do.
I yield the floor.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The Democratic whip.
Nomination of Kathleen Lane
Page S2463 · Official textMr. President, the Senate will soon vote on the nomination of Kathleen Lane, President Trump's nominee to serve as a lifetime appointment and judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana.
There are more than 3,000 licensed attorneys in the State of Montana. You would believe that the White House in finding a Federal judge for a lifetime appointment would be able to find among those 3,000-plus licensed attorneys in Montana one with experience having served as a judge.
Instead, President Trump has selected Ms. Lane. Ms. Lane is not remotely qualified to serve as a district court judge in the Federal system. That is not my opinion; that is the official finding by the American Bar Association.
Ms. Lane is the first judicial nominee to receive a "not qualified" rating from the ABA during President Trump's second term. As the American Bar Association explained in finding this rating, it is "based on issues with her experience, which is an important component of competence."
The organization found that Ms. Lane had failed to gain "substantial courtroom and trial experience in the less than nine years since she was admitted to the bar."
As the ABA detailed:
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Ms. Lane [has] never tried a case as lead counsel, whether civil or criminal.
Moreover, as the ABA noted:
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[I]t appears she has never conducted a direct examination [in a courtroom], picked a jury, or offered an opening statement or a closing argument.
Putting this lady on the bench for a lifetime appointment to the Federal court would be like selecting an umpire for tonight's Major League Baseball game who has never even worked a Little League game.
Ms. Lane's experience is disqualifying. Now my Republican colleagues may claim that the ABA, American Bar Association, is a partisan organization, but over the past year, the ABA has rated dozens of Trump nominees "qualified" or "well qualified." Ms. Lane is the only one who has received a "not qualified" rating.
Not only has her legal career been extremely brief, but it has also been extremely partisan. Ms. Lane currently works at the Republican National Committee, which President Trump highlighted when he announced her nomination.
She certainly may not have courtroom experience, but she has got experience at the so-called MAGA think tank.
He claimed, the President claimed, that Ms. Lane "played a critical role in stopping Voter Fraud . . . at the Republican National Committee."
He believes that qualifies her for a lifetime appointment to the Federal court.
But before she went to work for the Republican National Committee, Ms. Lane repeatedly chose to litigate politically charged issues and worked to limit women's rights, voting rights, and the rights of LGBTQ Americans.
Ms. Lane is not the person for this job. She is too ideological, too inexperienced for the role to which she has been nominated.
I urge my colleagues to oppose her nomination.
Anti-Weaponization Fund
Pages S2463–S2464 · Official textMr. President, on a separate topic, today is June 1, the arbitrary deadline President Trump imposed on the congressional Republicans to send their partisan funding bill to his desk for signature.
So why aren't the Republican colleagues headed to the White House today for a flashy bill signing ceremony to fund more abuses by the ICE Agency? I will tell you. Because 2 weeks ago, Senate Republicans left town after an internal revolt over the President's so-called Anti-Weaponization Fund.
Nearly $1.8 billion--$1.8 billion. That is even more than the ballroom--$1.8 billion for the slush fund for the President's cronies and allies.
Well, who would be eligible for any part of the $1.8 billion fund? People like Brandon Fellows. This may be a new name to you, but we are becoming more familiar with him.
He was pardoned by President Trump, a full and unconditional Presidential pardon, for being one of the January 6 insurrectionists who was convicted and sentenced on felony and misdemeanor charges for climbing an exterior wall of the Capitol, entering the building through a broken window.
Well, time has passed. Has he shown any remorse since he was convicted of that crime? No. He still believes President Trump's Big Lie about the 2020 election and the conspiracy theory that January 6--which he is on video participating in--was a setup, entrapment.
I remember that day very well. I was seated here. Vice President Pence was presiding over the Senate. We were officially counting the ballots as to who actually won the election in 2020. All of a sudden, a little after 2, those doors opened and policemen came in--I assumed they were policemen, they had on plain clothes--and went up to the Vice President on the podium, whispered in his ear, and pulled him off the podium quickly through that door. We sat here wondering what was going on. There was a big demonstration going on outside. Nobody knew what was happening. They were making noise, but that is not unusual in the Capitol.
At that point, a member of the Capitol Police, one of the officers who protected you in the Gallery and me today when we entered the building, came and stood before us and said: Stay where you are. Stay in your seats. This is going to be a safe room. This mob that came up from the White House is going to be stopped. Stay where you are.
So we all sat here not quite sure what to do next. Ten minutes later, the same policeman came up and said: New orders. Leave immediately. Evacuate through this door, and we will follow you.
So we headed out, all of the Senators off the floor and the staff as well, to an adjoining building.
What happened next? The mob then broke down the doors and came into the Capitol, came into the Senate Chamber and the House Chamber, rifled through our desks, aped for pictures in front of one another, and basically threatened people who were here that they had to leave. That is what actually happened.
Now, we know that happened because it was on a videotape. We saw it. America saw it. Every minute of it followed carefully. And yet we actually have people today who deny it ever happened.
If you are a student of history, you know that in the Soviet empire, they did that regularly. If history became inconvenient, they rewrote it, wrote another book, condemned people for saying the old way was the right way. That is what is happening here.
Well, this fellow Brandon Fellows was one of the people who broke into the Capitol through a broken window. He still believes that Trump won the 2020 election. He still believes that conspiracy theory about January 6, despite--it actually never happened is what he says, which he is on video participating in.
He likes to spend his free time dressing up as an ICE agent and encouraging others to do the same to terrorize immigrants. How much is Mr. Fellows seeking from the anti-weaponization $2 billion slush fund of the President? He thinks his inconvenience that he encountered is worth $30 million Federal tax dollars--$30 million.
And we can expect droves of other January 6 insurrectionists to also seek these cash rewards. Even those who continue to threaten our communities by committing more crimes, many of them of the January 6 mob that mobbed this Chamber, are back in jail for committing another crime after President Trump's pardon, ranging from conspiracy to murder, to child sex abuse, and exploitation.
Let me say it in a different way: While American families are struggling to afford gas for their cars, put food on their tables, pay their utility bills--thanks to Trump's tariffs and war of choice in Iran--the President wants to hand lofty payouts to his political buddies and the criminals who attacked our democracy at his request. It reeks of corruption.
I will also note, as part of the settlement, the IRS is permanently barred from auditing past tax returns of President Trump, his family, and related companies. Get that? Ever play Monopoly? Remember that get-out-of-jail card you had hung onto? President Trump wanted a get-out-of-jail card from the Federal Government, his government, that he would never be prosecuted for tax fraud--never. It included his family, his colleagues, his business buddies, and friends. That was part of this deal in creating this slush fund. Is this America? Is this a Monopoly game? And if it is, it is embarrassing--permanently barred from auditing past tax returns of Donald Trump, his family, and related companies. Taken altogether, this is deeply disturbing.
Senate Democrats will continue to fight this unprecedented and unacceptable $1.8 billion slush fund for January 6 insurrectionists and Trump loyalists and will work to halt the flow of taxpayer dollars to Trump's massive deportation campaign while standing ready to have a serious bipartisan negotiation about the need for reforms of Trump's immigration system.
If this partisan reconciliation bill ever sees the light of day, we will put Republicans on record by votes on this floor as to whether or not they accept this as a legitimate exercise of government function. Will Republican colleagues stand by the Constitution and the laws of our country, or will they join the President in this folly? I hope time will tell that they will join us in a bipartisan effort to stop the slush fund.
I yield the floor.
The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. Britt)
The Senator from Kansas.
Nomination of Jeffrey M. Kuhlman
Pages S2464–S2465 · Official textMadam President, the Senate will shortly consider--in fact, tomorrow we will vote on cloture and the confirmation of the nomination of--Jeffrey Kuhlman to be a judge for the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas. I rise this evening to urge my colleagues to support his confirmation.
During my time in the Senate, I have had the opportunity to vote on the confirmation of three current Kansas district court judges. With each nominee, I weigh the candidate's temperament, principles, experience, and commitment to administer equal justice under the law.
In addition to the three current court judges in Kansas, there are three additional vacancies in the district courts of Kansas. Mr. Kuhlman is the first of the three Kansans the Senate will be considering to fill those vacancies.
I certainly had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Kuhlman. I encouraged the White House to make his nomination to be a judge, and I was impressed. I would not have done that but for my sincere and real impression of his expertise, his legal experience, and his commitment to serving the people in Kansas.
I have always had a desire to see, as growing up in a small town in rural Kansas, that there might be Federal judges who could come from small towns, and I have always been looking for someone who practices law in a small town in our State that has Federal court experience.
Mr. Kuhlman is a native of western Kansas. He grew up in a county-seat town called Ness City, not too far from my hometown, and it has a population of just a little over a thousand. And maybe this doesn't matter to everyone--or to most people--but I want people who grew up in that manner to know that there is a future, that there are things that they can do, and that there is not a handicap to be a smalltown, rural Kansas kid.
In helping select candidates for the White House, I had the goal of making certain we selected qualified candidates from across the State, but I also was always interested in "Could there be a rural person?"
Jeffrey earned his bachelor's degree in history from Kansas State University before receiving his law degree from the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University.
After law school, Mr. Kuhlman returned to Kansas and was selected to serve a 2-year clerkship for who soon became Chief Judge Eric F. Melgren. In that role, he gained experience. He gained valuable and hands-on experience across all phases of Federal litigation.
Jeffrey then entered private practice as a litigation associate at a Wichita firm, the Hinkle Law Firm.
Mr. Kuhlman now has been a partner at Watkins Calcara in Great Bend, where his practice focuses on civil litigation, including municipal law, constitutional matters, commercial disputes, and personal injury cases.
Mr. Kuhlman and his wife Lauren--who is originally from Albert, an even smaller town--are raising their five young children in Great Bend, another small town in Kansas.
Mr. Kuhlman has demonstrated strong commitment to the rule of law, a deep respect for the Constitution, and a clear dedication to serving the people of Kansas. His experience both inside and outside the courtroom has prepared him well for the responsibilities of the Federal bench, and I am confident in his professional competence and judicial temperament.
I am pleased to support his nomination, and I urge my colleagues to join me in voting to confirm Mr. Jeffrey Kuhlman as a U.S. district judge for Kansas. I believe he would meet all of the qualifications and the desires of the Members of the U.S. Senate.
I yield the floor.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The Senator from New Jersey.
Immigration
Pages S2465–S2466 · Official textMadam President, I rise today to share stories that I have heard from detainees and families at Delaney Hall and to tell you why these stories should be a call to action to ground our immigration policies in humanity.
There are, currently, approximately 800 detainees at Delaney Hall, which is located in Newark, NJ. Over the past week, it has become an example of our broken immigration system.
We have seen the images, but what you have not heard are the stories. It is the stories of people I have met and their families that have stayed with me over the past weeks and months. They have stayed with me because these are stories of people who are afraid, people who are asking to be treated with dignity, people who just want the humanity that any of us would ask for.
I have heard repeatedly--and seen with my own eyes--the substandard conditions at Delaney Hall. Food that is inedible. I had a man show me a container of milk that was curdled solid because it was clearly not stored properly. I have heard about the issues of mold and issues of safety and security.
What I have heard has been unacceptable. The totality of the stories that I have heard have been disturbing. But when I think about individual people, the failures really come into focus.
I spoke, over this week, for instance, with a man at Delaney Hall who has stage III lung cancer and has not been given the medical care that he needs. And he told me he knows his time is short. He actually just wants to go back home--to his home country of origin--to spend the rest of whatever remains in his life with his family, but he is not able to do so.
I spoke with an 18-year-old high school senior, and all she wanted to do was be able to graduate and go to prom. Instead, she is stuck there by herself.
I actually met with her mother outside of the facility. You can imagine how worried she was about her 18-year-old high school senior in this detention facility by herself.
This isn't someone who is a hardened criminal or someone we desperately need to get off of our streets. It is a kid. It is a high school student who is at least spending her time in there trying to translate for some of the other detainees that don't speak English. She is trying to figure out how to help other people. And, instead, we have her stuck in there for an indefinite amount of time. She has no idea how long it is going to take to resolve her circumstances. This is someone who--as a father, when I think about my own two boys--I worry about what is being robbed of her childhood as she is going through this situation.
There is a commonality with a lot of these stories: parents just trying to take care of their kids; parents who have been in the United States for many decades and many of them married to American citizens, many of them parents of American citizens.
These are people that deserve better, but they aren't getting better because we have a fundamentally broken system; a system that is built on corruption and profit, fueled by cruelty; a system that strips people of their humanity.
Let's start with the motivating factor of profit that drives some of this. Delaney Hall is operated by a company called GEO Group. You may not know that name, but it is the largest private prison corporation in America, which runs about 20 facilities for ICE, coast to coast--from New Jersey to California, from Florida to Pennsylvania, to Texas and beyond. They are making a lot of money. They got awarded nearly a billion-dollar contract to operate Delaney Hall.
This is something that is driving so much of the decision making, because when they are telling me that they have only one full-time doctor for nearly 800 detainees there--many of them have really significant healthcare needs--you can understand that they could hire more than one doctor. They could hire more doctors, but then that is going to be less profit for GEO Group.
When we are talking about the substandard food, they could get better food, at least some quality measure better, without the spoiled and disgusting milk that I was talking about. But, again, that would be less profit.
And here is just something that is just driving so much of this for so many of the problems that are out there.
When it comes to our immigration policy, that is no choice to me. From what we are seeing in terms of the profits and the conditions that are there, we should always be putting people before corporate profits.
It is not just GEO Group or CoreCivic or these other companies that are pushing this forward. We know that we can find ways to be able to address this, and it starts with not upholding their standards when it comes to these detention facilities.
At Delaney Hall, we have seen the detainees and the challenges to getting access to doctors. I talked to a pregnant woman who is not getting the care that she needs when it comes to doctors and medical checkups. And she has no idea how long she is going to be there for.
She literally asked me--she looked in my eyes and said: Do I have to be prepared to have a baby in Delaney Hall, in this detention facility?
And instead of upholding a standard of basic humanity, what we are hearing from detainees now is about retaliation for them simply speaking out--detainees being transferred now away from their families to other detention sites because they were protesting, because of this retaliation that is happening before our eyes.
And, finally, we see a judicial system that has fundamentally failed detainees, their families, and our entire immigration system. Simply put, there are not nearly enough judges to hear the number of immigration cases we face at this moment. We already had a backlog of millions of cases before, and it is getting worse and worse.
And, yes, we see the Republicans here in Congress pushing forward on the enforcement, but what is it that we can do to be able to address the needs on the judiciary?
When I was there at Delaney Hall, one of the detainees ran out into the hallway to grab a piece of paper off of the bulletin board and showed me a piece of paper that said: When the courts come back into session, after the holiday weekend, one judge--one immigration judge--had before them 74 cases in 1 day. How is that a fair process? It is a farce--74 cases in 1 day. That is about 5 minutes a case. That is if everything goes perfectly back to back, not to mention the translation needs of so many. We can do better, and I hope that all of us can agree that in this country, the rule of law is sacrosanct, and that is something where everybody has the opportunity for making their case in court.
What I have heard at Delaney is disturbing, and what I have seen in the brokenness of our immigration system is disheartening. But what we need to do is move forward with clarity, and here are three things we can immediately focus on:
First, let's surge the medical support. Again, 1 doctor for 800 people is not enough, especially when they have such things. ICE has something called ICE Health Service Corps. There are other means by which we can surge medical support to Delaney and elsewhere to make sure that people are not being looked over and their needs passed aside. That is something, again, that I hope all of us can agree on.
No. 2, we need to give people access to the courts. This is not just something that I said is important for us to have adherence to the rule of law, but it is costing the American people billions of dollars to just have this process continue to hold up because when someone is there at Delaney Hall 8 months, 10 months, 12 months, or beyond, with no sense of when it is going to end, that is on us. We are paying for it. The American people are paying for this. It is coming out of our pocket at a time when we have this affordability crisis and so many people in the country struggling to pay the bills. People deserve their day in court, and the American people deserve to not have their money wasted by a process that is so clearly broken.
And, third, we need investigations into the conditions immediately. The nearly billion dollars going to GEO Group for Delaney Hall--those are your taxpayer dollars. You should know where it is going and how they are spending it.
We should have independent investigations into this and make sure that Members of Congress can effectively conduct oversight business because I tried to go this past week. I was denied. The guards at the gate by Geo Group said: Nope. You can't go inside.
I had to literally call our old colleague Secretary Mullin to get access to this facility that--by the way, I actually called ahead and got approval to go inside, but they still stopped me.
And when I went inside the facility and talked to the head of GEO Group in Delaney Hall and explained that his guards prevented me from going inside for an authorized visit, he looked me in the eye and called me a liar. That is not something that seems like it has any semblance of accountability, transparency, or obedience and accordance to the rule of law. We can and should do better.
This is at a time when this Chamber is getting ready this week to potentially send upward of another $70 billion for ICE and CBP without the reforms, without the accountability and the transparency. GEO Group is taking your money, and you should know what they are doing with it.
These are hard days for my State. Nobody should want the images that we have seen over the past week, but even more so, nobody should want the conditions to be able to continue, whether it is in Delaney Hall or elsewhere around this country because it doesn't just stop at Delaney Hall. These problems exist and persist all over the country.
Delaney Hall isn't one bad apple. It is part of a systemic failure that we are witnessing across the Nation. How we move forward is a choice, a choice between a status quo of corporate profit and cruel policies or moving forward to enforce our laws with humanity.
It doesn't have to be the way that we have seen, and I would urge my colleagues to work with me. Let's make the changes we know we need--not just at Delaney Hall but at every detention facility across this country--and let's fix this broken system once and for all.
I yield the floor.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The Senator from Indiana.
Waiving Quorum Call
Page S2466 · Official textMadam President, I ask unanimous consent to waive the mandatory quorum call with respect to the Lane nomination.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
Remembering Brett Scrogham
Page S2466 · Official textMadam President, 23-year-old Brett Scrogham of Greenwood, IN, had a bright future ahead of him. After graduating recently as a top 100 student from the IU Kelley School of Business, Brett had plans to invest in housing properties and help his community grow and prosper.
As a young child, Brett helped a neighbor rescue her dogs from a terrible house fire. Friends of his referred to him as "a God-fearing Christian man" who was always willing to help people.
Though I never had the chance to meet him, it is clear to me that Brett was really an incredible person. And now I will never get the chance to meet this bright young man because, tragically, Brett was murdered in cold blood this weekend on his way to an Indianapolis Indians game with his family.
The killing took place in a parking garage right next to the biggest church in downtown Indianapolis. College students and young families park there every week.
I am heartbroken by this senseless act of violence. Brett's family is in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope that the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department will arrest the murderer soon--who is still at large.
Indiana
Pages S2466–S2467 · Official textThe mayor of Indianapolis put out, frankly, a very weak statement that didn't even mention Brett's name, and so I wanted to come down to the floor, as we kick off this week and our legislative business, and talk about who he was but also talk about what is happening in our capital city in Indianapolis in my State.
Brett's murder is the second murder in downtown Indianapolis in less than a week. Just before the Indianapolis 500, Gregory Anderson, a father of five children, was murdered in the downtown bar district in Indianapolis. And then last Sunday, a 16-year-old teenager was murdered in the northwest side of Indy. These murders have no place in Indiana, especially in our capital city.
Indianapolis is truly a great city. It has so much going for it. Indy is home to the Indianapolis 500, headquarters for the NCAA, the home of great businesses and their headquarters like Eli Lilly, world-class sporting events, and other conferences and events that take place there like the Indy 500 last week--so much more going for it.
But what is happening in Indianapolis right now is a crisis. Soft-on-crime policies are ruining this great city. How much longer will we allow this to go on?
The reason Indianapolis is plagued by violent crime is because Marion County lets it happen. Marion County prosecutor Ryan Mears refuses to prosecute violent criminals.
For example, 1 man in Indiana has faced over 30 criminal charges--most of them felony charges in Marion County since 2020. This man should be locked up forever, but he is not, thanks to Ryan Mears--the prosecutor--and liberal judges and all of their soft-on-crime policies.
And the rest of Indiana--especially the nearly 60 percent of all Hoosiers who live in the "donut" counties around Indianapolis and Marion County--the rest of them are punished for Marion County's refusal to do anything about it.
Ryan Mears is a prosecutor gone rogue. He refuses to keep violent criminals behind bars, and he is a failure--an absolute failure--of a prosecutor.
But it is not only the prosecutor that refuses to enforce the law. State Senator Andrea Hunley--also a Democrat--recently said with regard to crime in Indianapolis that "we are not going to ever enforce our way out of the problem."
That is not only a lie, it is a total excuse. If we keep making excuses for why we can't enforce the law and keep violent criminals in prison, we will never have safe neighborhoods and communities, and innocent people like Brett will continue to pay the price.
Everyone wants to talk about fairness and dignity and legal protections for criminal defendants, but what about Brett? Where was his fairness? Why do we talk about the dignity of criminals and never about the dignity of their victims?
We know how to keep our cities and our communities safe: We need to put large amounts of police officers on patrol. Let them do their job and ensure that criminals remain in prison. It is really as simple as that, but it is the opposite that keeps happening.
A violent criminal who set a bus on fire in Indianapolis a few years ago was in and out of prison over 45 times in less than two decades. This is outrageous and completely unacceptable. But this is the world that soft-on-crime policies in Indianapolis and other big soft-on-crime cities enable.
Law and order are necessary for any country or city to run well. And for there to be law and order, you need law enforcement officers who proudly wear the uniform and badge and rise up every morning to protect their communities. Those law enforcement officers need our support to do their jobs.
We are now just a couple of weeks away from National Police Week. Our Federal, State, and local police officers are heroes--truly. They wake up every single day with the hope of serving their communities well and safely returning back to their families. They love what they do, and they want to keep all of us safe while they are doing it. But we need to make sure that they are not being sabotaged by soft-on-crime policies and politicians.
Nothing will ever bring back Brett. And if we hope to prevent more young lives like this one from being taken far too early, we need to double down on our efforts to enforce law and order.
We need to support our law enforcement officers and demand that our elected officials throw the book at violent criminals instead of letting them continue to cause mayhem and violence in our communities.
I yield the floor.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The Senator from Vermont.
American Ai Sovereign Wealth Fund Act
Page S2467 · Official textMadam President, artificial intelligence will almost certainly be the most transformational technology in the history of the world. It will profoundly impact the lives of every man, woman, and child in our country and, in fact, throughout the world. It will bring and it is already bringing unimaginable changes to our economy, to our democracy and political system, to our emotional well-being, to the health of our children, to our environment, and to how we educate and raise our kids.
Further, there is a very real fear that as AI becomes smarter than humans, it could eventually function independent of human control with potentially catastrophic consequences. That is not me; that is what Nobel Prize scientists and experts are saying.
The question, then, is not whether AI will change the world. It will. The question is: Who will own and control the future? Who will benefit from AI, and who will be hurt by it? Will AI be used to make life better for working families? Will it enrich our quality of life? Will it help us eliminate poverty, extend life expectancies, and help us solve the climate crisis? Or will the future of humanity be determined by a handful of some of the wealthiest people on the planet who have promoted and developed AI, with no democratic input, in order for them to become even richer and more powerful than they are today? That is the choice before us.
Let us be clear. AI was not created out of thin air. It was not a brilliant idea that just popped into Mark Zuckerberg's head or Elon Musk's imagination. The foundation of AI is our collective human intelligence. Let me repeat that. The foundation of AI is based on our collective human intelligence: our books, songs, artwork, journalism, computer code, scientific research, videos, conversations, images, and ideas spanning generations. It is our tweets, our Facebook posts, our TikTok videos, our Reddit comments. It is everything that human beings produce and that is absorbed into the digital world. That is not just my opinion. According to Sam Altman, the head of OpenAI, AI models were trained on our "collective experience, knowledge" and "learnings of humanity." That is Mr. Altman, the head of OpenAI.
The reality is that Big Tech oligarchs have fed this knowledge into their AI models without permission, without acknowledgement, and without compensation. In other words, the creative work of many millions of people--writers, artists, musicians, journalists, teachers, scientists, and ordinary people--has been stolen--has been stolen--by the wealthiest people in the world.
The time has come for us to reclaim what was stolen from us. Since AI is built on the collective knowledge of humanity, the wealth it generates must benefit humanity--not just Elon Musk, not just Jeff Bezos, not just Mark Zuckerberg or Larry Ellison and the other multibillionaires who have invested hundreds of billions into the development and implementation of AI, not the venture capitalists in Silicon Valley or the vulture funds on Wall Street who see AI as the next great wealth-extracting machine.
That is why in the coming weeks, I will be introducing the American AI Sovereign Wealth Fund Act. This legislation would give the public a direct ownership stake in the largest AI companies in our country. How would it do that? Through a one-time, 50-percent tax not on the profits of the largest AI companies in the United States but something that is far more valuable than that: the stock.
If passed, this legislation would do two critical things:
First, it would give the American people a direct role in determining the future of this technology. No longer would the future of AI and the transformation of human life that it will bring be dictated by a handful of Big Tech oligarchs. These people do not have the right to determine the future of humanity. Under this bill, the Federal Government would have the power, through its voting shares and an equal representation on each company's board, to block decisions that hurt the public and to push for policies that help them.
Secondly, this legislation would guarantee that the trillions of dollars potentially created by AI are used to improve the lives of all of us, not simply to make the richest people in the world even richer. Further, if these AI companies continue to grow as dramatically as many analysts expect, then the value of the sovereign wealth fund created under this bill would grow as well, and the benefits to the American people would grow along with it.
Let us be clear. This is not an original idea. In fact, it is an idea that has been endorsed by some of the leading AI companies in America. For example, OpenAI recently proposed creating a "Public Wealth Fund that provides every citizen--including those not invested in financial markets--with a stake in AI-driven economic growth." Anthropic also proposed the creation of "national sovereign wealth funds with stakes in A.I." Elon Musk, the owner of xAI, went further and said that "Universal HIGH INCOME via checks issued by the Federal government is the best way to deal with unemployment caused by AI."
Let us not forget, over 100 sovereign wealth funds exist all over the world. Again, this is not a new idea. Norway's sovereign wealth fund--the largest in the world--was funded from the country's abundance in oil and is now worth more than $2 trillion. Instead of a few oil executives pocketing all the benefits of that natural resource, Norway made the decision that the wealth created from it should be used to improve life for all of their people.
This concept also exists right here in the United States. Fifty years ago, Alaska created a sovereign wealth fund from the State's oil revenues, and for decades, it has paid dividends directly to Alaskans. In 2022, that check was over $3,000 per person. In 2023, it was $1,300 per person. In 2024, it was $1,700. Last year, it was $1,000. This is a direct check coming from a sovereign fund in Alaska to the people of that State. Even President Trump, in an Executive order, has proposed establishing a U.S. sovereign wealth fund.
The billions, if not trillions, of dollars generated by this legislation would provide direct payments to the American people. Further, as the fund generates more and more wealth, the proceeds would be used to ensure that every man, woman, and child in our country has a decent and dignified standard of living, including healthcare, education, and housing.
The principle behind this legislation is simple: When a public resource generates wealth, the public should share in that wealth. In this case, artificial intelligence is being built on a public resource far more valuable than oil: the accumulated knowledge, creativity, and labor of humanity throughout history. That is what AI is all about.
Bottom line: The future of AI and the fate of humanity must not be decided behind closed doors in Silicon Valley by the wealthiest people in the world. It must not be dictated by billionaires seeking to maximize their power and their profit. It must be decided by workers, parents, teachers, artists, scientists, communities, and the American people.
It is our future. We must decide it. Let's get it done.
Cloture Motion
Pages S2467–S2468 · Official textThe PRESIDING OFFICER
Pursuant to rule XXII, the Chair lays before the Senate the pending cloture motion, which the clerk will state.
The legislative clerk read as follows:
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We, the undersigned Senators, in accordance with the provisions of rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate, do hereby move to bring to a close debate on the nomination of Executive Calendar No. 736, Kathleen S. Lane, of Montana, to be United
States District Judge for the District of Montana.
John Thune, Ted Budd, Thom Tillis, John Barrasso, Tim
Sheehy, Joni Ernst, Jon A. Husted, Katie Boyd Britt,
David McCormick, Mike Rounds, John Boozman, Bill
Cassidy, Rick Scott of Florida, Josh Hawley, Cynthia M.
Lummis, Kevin Cramer, Steve Daines.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
By unanimous consent, the mandatory quorum call under rule XXII has been waived.
The question is, Is it the sense of the Senate that debate on the nomination of Kathleen S. Lane, of Montana, to be United States District Judge for the District of Montana, shall be brought to a close?
The yeas and nays are mandatory under the rule.
The clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk called the roll.
The following Senators are necessarily absent: the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. McCormick), the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Rounds), and the Senator from North Carolina (Mr. Tillis).
I announce that the Senator from Colorado (Mr. Bennet), the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. Fetterman), and the Senator from Hawaii (Mr. Schatz) are necessarily absent.
The yeas and the nays resulted--yeas 50, nays 44, as follows:
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The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Ricketts). On this vote, the yeas are 50, the nays are 44.
The motion is agreed to.
EXECUTIVE CALENDAR (Executive Session)
Page S2468 · Official textThe PRESIDING OFFICER
The clerk will report the nomination.
The senior assistant legislative clerk read the nomination of Kathleen S. Lane, of Montana, to be United States District Judge for the District of Montana.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The majority leader.
Order of Procedure (Executive Session)
Page S2468 · Official textMr. President, I ask unanimous consent that notwithstanding rule XXII, the postcloture time with respect to Executive Calendar No. 736 be expired and the Senate vote on confirmation of the nomination at a time to be determined by the majority leader, in consultation with the Democratic leader, tomorrow; further, that the cloture vote with respect to Executive Calendar No. 743 occur following disposition of Executive Calendar No. 736; finally, that if any nominations are confirmed, the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table and the President be immediately notified of the Senate's action.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
Legislative Session
Page S2468 · Official textMr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate resume legislative session and be in a period of morning business, with Senators permitted to speak therein for up to 10 minutes each.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
70th Anniversary of the Wyoming Mining Association
Pages S2468–S2469 · Official textMr. President, I rise today to recognize the 70th anniversary of the Wyoming Mining Association.
On June 3, 2026, the Wyoming Mining Association will celebrate its 70th anniversary. The annual convention is at the CAM-PLEX in Gillette, WY. This milestone highlights the WMA's role as the unified voice of the State's mining industry. Even prior to statehood, mining was essential to Wyoming's economy. The great seal of the State of Wyoming prominently features a miner in recognition of the industry's lasting significance.
In April of 1956, representatives from 12 Wyoming mining companies, with the help of future Wyoming Governor Ed Herschler, gathered to establish the Wyoming State Mining Association. The group set up its headquarters in Riverton. The new organization kept members informed about mining issues and promoted the industry's importance to the State. From its inception, the Wyoming Mining Association has highlighted the importance of industry partners. It has relied on geologists, engineers, and local stakeholders to advance mining in the State and region. Eventually, the WMA offices were relocated to the State capitol in Cheyenne, where they remain today.
Wyoming's mineral resources are essential to our State and Nation. We produce almost 12 times more energy than we consume. Nationally, we are second in net energy exports. Wyoming is America's energy breadbasket. The WMA is the dedicated voice for the coal, bentonite, trona, uranium, and rare earths minerals industries.
In addition to advocating for the industry, the Wyoming Mining Association provides on-the-ground education for legislators, students, teachers, and environmental leaders. The association represents dozens of mining companies, along with more than 100 associate companies that provide equipment and services across the sector.
The association consistently advocates for commonsense policies and regulations that strengthen the industry. It strives to educate and inform people about the importance of mining. This includes highlighting the national value of mineral production and the economic impact on our State. Under WMA's leadership, Wyoming mines make health and safety for their employees and the public a top priority. Our mines are regularly recognized as some of the safest in the Nation.
Over the last seven decades, the WMA has prospered under strong, effective leadership. Executive directors include Russell "Russ" Beamer (1956-1972), William "Bill" Budd (1972-1986), John "Jack" Ratchye (1986-1991), Marion Loomis (1991-2014), Jonathan Downing (2014-2016), and my former military representative Travis Deti (2016-present.) Since 1956, the Wyoming Mining Association has shared the mining story and highlighted its crucial role in our State.
Today, the WMA is led by:
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Travis Deti, Executive Director
Pat Joyce, Assistant Director
Heidi Peterson, Office Manager and Event Planner
Todd Druse, President (Black Hills Bentonite)
Neil Malicoat, Vice President (Sisecam)
Scott Schierman, Secretary & Treasurer (Uranium Energy Corporation)
Casey Felmlee, Board Member (Peabody Energy)
Trish Driver, Board Member (Core Natural Resources)
Darrin Munoz, Board Member (Navajo Transitional Energy Company)
Christian Palich, Board Member (Eagle Specialty Materials)
Cole Anderson, Board Member (Wyodak Resources)
Bernard Bonifas, Board Member (Energy Fuels)
Kimberly Lytton, Board Member (Bentonite Performance Minerals)
Don Crank, Board Member (Kemmerer Operations)
Paul Bonifas, Board Member (Rare Element Resources)
Randy Quig, Board Member (Wyoming Machinery)
As the Wyoming Mining Association celebrates 70 years of service, we honor the miners, engineers, equipment operators, geologists, and their families who work to meet the energy needs of our Nation. Through WMA's innovation and leadership, this industry--and the hard-working men and women who support it--remain key to Wyoming's success.
It is an honor to celebrate this significant milestone. Mineral development and energy production are essential to America's strength, security, and success. The Wyoming Mining Association remains committed to this important mission. It will continue to advocate for responsible development, a strong workforce, and Wyoming's role as a global leader in energy and mineral production.
Arms Sales Notification
Page S2469 · Official textMr. President, section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act requires that Congress receive prior notification of certain proposed arms sales as defined by that statute. Upon such notification, the Congress has 30 calendar days during which the sale may be reviewed. The provision stipulates that, in the Senate, the notification of proposed sales shall be sent to the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
In keeping with the committee's intention to see that relevant information is still available to the full Senate, I ask unanimous consent to have printed in the Record the notifications that have been received. If the cover letter references a classified annex, then such an annex is available to all Senators in the office of the Foreign Relations Committee, room SD-423.
There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows:
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Please find enclosed the following notification from the Department of State.
Department Notification Number: RSAT 26-51.
Pursuant to the reporting requirements of Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), as amended, we are forwarding Transmittal No. 26-51 concerning the Air Force's proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance to the Government of Ukraine for defense articles and services estimated to cost $108.1 million. We will issue a news release to notify the public of this proposed sale upon delivery of this letter to your office.
Recipients:
Speaker of the House of Representatives
House Committee on Foreign Affairs
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
Sincerely,
Notice of Proposed Issuance of Letter of Offer Pursuant to
Section 36(b)(1) of the Arms Export Control Act, as
amended
(i) (U) Prospective Purchaser: Government of Ukraine.
(ii) (U) Total Estimated Value:
Major Defense Equipment * $0.
Other: $108.1 million.
Total $108.1 million.
Funding Source: Jumpstart funding from Norway
(iii) (U) Description and Quantity or Quantities of Articles or Services under Consideration for Purchase: The Government of Ukraine requests to buy equipment and services in support of the training, sustainment, and further development of existing U.S.-origin air defense weapon systems.
Major Defense Equipment (MDE): None.
Non-Major Defense Equipment: The following non-MDE items will be included: training aids; personnel training and training equipment; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support.
(iv) (U) Military Department: Air Force (JU-D-QAC).
(v) (U) Prior Related Cases, if any: KA-D-QAB; KA-D-QAC; KA-D-QAF; KA-DQ-QAG; UP-D-QAC; UP-D-QAB; NW-D-QAC; NX-D-QAA.
(vi) (U) Sales Commission, Fee, etc., Paid, Offered, or Agreed to be Paid: None known at this time.
(vii) (U) Sensitivity of Technology Contained in the Defense Article or Defense Services Proposed to be Sold: See Attached Annex.
(viii) (U) Date Report Delivered to Congress: May 21, 2026.
* As defined in Section 47(6) of the Arms Export Control Act.
The Government of Ukraine has requested to buy erectable mast trailers; major modifications and maintenance support; spare parts, consumables and accessories, and repair and return support; U.S. Government and contractor engineering, technical, and logistics support services; and other related elements of logistics and program support for FrankenSAM HAWK missile systems. The estimated total cost is $108.1 million.
This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a partner country that is a force for political and economic stability in Europe.
The proposed sale will improve Ukraine's capability to meet current and future threats by further equipping it to conduct self-defense and regional security missions with a more robust integrated air defense capability. Ukraine will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its armed forces.
The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.
The principal contractors for this effort will be Sierra Nevada Corporation, located in Englewood, CO. At this time, the U.S. Government is not aware of any offset agreement proposed in connection with this potential sale. Any offset agreement will be defined in negotiations between the purchaser and the contractor.
Implementation of this proposed sale will not require the assignment of any additional U.S. Government or contractor representatives to Ukraine.
There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale.
TRIBUTE TO CINDY McCAIN
Page S2469 · Official textMr. President, I rise today to honor and recognize the distinguished service of Cindy McCain, executive director of the World Food Programme.
Throughout her tenure at the World Food Programme, Cindy demonstrated strong, steady leadership during a period of rising global need. She worked to strengthen the organization by streamlining its structure, improving accountability, and expanding its ability to reach people facing dire gaps in access to lifesaving nutrition aid.
As chairman of the Senate Agriculture Committee, I also want to recognize the important role that American agriculture plays in this mission. Food aid programs have a dual benefit of delivering surplus U.S. grown commodities to those in need. This supports American farmers at home while transforming lives abroad in some of the world's most desperate situations. With the help of Cindy's leadership, these programs have created tremendous good will toward the U.S. in recipient countries.
It was an honor to serve alongside her late husband John in the U.S. Senate as they both voiced the benefits of a robust American influence abroad to advance our own interests and help change the world. Their contributions left a lasting mark on the institution and shaped important policies while always demonstrating an unshakeable belief in our country.
I thank Cindy McCain for her commitment at the World Food Programme and wish her the very best as she focuses on her continued recovery. I am grateful for her service to strengthening food security around the world, and I am thankful for her continued friendship.
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Month
Pages S2469–S2470 · Official textMr. President, as we look back on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Month, it is my honor to pay tribute to the memory of nearly 150 peace officers who have given their lives in the line of duty in service to Montana since 1878.
These officers put on the badge each morning with service, sacrifice, and duty at the heart of the mission. Day after day, no matter the conditions, they rose to the occasion, ran towards the danger, and embodied the best of our State and Nation. Their sacrifice is a solemn reminder that the peace and safety we enjoy in Montana would not be possible without those who hold the line.
As we remember and honor our fallen peace officers, we also pay tribute and pledge our support to their families for all they have given to community and country. May God bless them, and may we ensure the legacies of their loved ones never fade.
To Montana's peace officers wearing the badge today: Thank you for answering the call and boldly serving, protecting, and defending every day. I have your back 100 percent and always will.
Recognizing Toploft Clothing
Page S2470 · Official textMr. President, as chair of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each week I recognize an outstanding Iowa small business that exemplifies the American entrepreneurial spirit. This week, it is my privilege to honor Toploft Clothing of Carroll County, IA, as the Senate Small Business of the Week.
Founded in 2014 by Stephanie Hackfort, Toploft Clothing began as an online women's clothing boutique built on Stephanie's passion for fashion and her desire to create a flexible business model balancing entrepreneurship with family life. What started as a small online retail operation has grown into a thriving business serving customers throughout Iowa and beyond.
Toploft opened its first physical location in 2015 before moving to the current downtown Carroll location in 2019. After the COVID-19 pandemic, the business pivoted from boutique apparel to custom clothing, branded merchandise, and webstore services tailored to serve businesses, schools, sports teams, and community organizations. Today, the company works with more than 300 organizations nationwide and ships to customers in 48 States.
Toploft Clothing has established itself as a trusted provider of custom apparel and branded merchandise solutions while maintaining the personalized customer service and entrepreneurial spirit that helped launch the business over a decade ago. Their specialty "always open" services help organizations strengthen their branding and community presence through customized products and merchandise solutions. Supported by a dedicated team of six employees and the occasional family member that jumps in when an extra hand is needed, Toploft contributes to local economic activity while upholding the innovation and flexibility required to remain competitive in an evolving retail marketplace.
Beyond its business operations, Toploft Clothing is actively engaged in the local community. All the folks on the management team are current or former members of the Carroll Chamber of Commerce. Stephanie currently serves as the chamber retail committee leader, her husband Matt is the chamber agriculture representative, and the business' chief operating officer is chamber president. Through participation in chamber initiatives, community events, and merchandise collaborations, Toploft demonstrates an ongoing commitment to promoting local businesses and fostering community pride.
Additionally, the business is committed to supporting charitable endeavors. In 2025, the team helped raise $28,000 for nonprofit organizations, medical needs, local sports activities, and school events. In recognition of its growth and impact, Toploft Clothing was honored with the 2025 Carroll Chamber of Commerce New Business Award.
I am pleased to recognize Stephanie and Matt Hackfort, along with the entire team at Toploft Clothing, for their dedication to Carroll County and customers across the United States. I look forward to their continued success and wish them the very best in the years ahead.
Recognizing the City of Blackfoot
Page S2470 · Official textMr. President, I rise with my colleagues Senator Mike Crapo and Representative Mike Simpson to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the city of Blackfoot.
Officially incorporated on January 16, 1901, the city of Blackfoot has helped shape the agricultural heritage that has defined Idaho for generations. Located along its namesake, the Blackfoot River, the city was established with an eye toward the future. Surrounded by a key freight corridor and the historic Tilford Ferry, Blackfoot was also developed near an anticipated telegraphy route, making the area a perfect corridor for growth.
Blackfoot's rich soil quickly made it a hub of agriculture, attracting travelers from across the Nation. As more families moved in, Blackfoot's demand for irrigation rose. Early residents went to work, transforming the area into productive farmland by building irrigation ditches and canals that drew water from the Blackfoot River. The beautiful outdoor spaces that resulted from these efforts later inspired Blackfoot's nickname, the "Grove City," which lives on in the Grove City Cemetery.
Following the construction of Interstate 15 in the 1960s, Blackfoot experienced significant commercial growth and became a beloved destination. Today, the city is home to the Idaho Potato Museum and the Eastern Idaho State Fair, a tradition dating back to 1902 that now welcomes more than 250,000 attendees each year.
As the seat of Bingham County, Blackfoot has produced several leaders who have helped shape Idaho's future. The city was home to Idaho's first U.S. Senator following statehood, Fred Dubois, and the Blackfoot City Council was the first chapter in Congressman Mike Simpson's remarkable career as a public servant.
Congratulations to the city of Blackfoot on 125 exceptional years. We are proud to recognize the city and its contributions to the great State of Idaho and its strong path toward future success.
Recognizing the Meat and Potato Company
Page S2470 · Official textMr. President, Idaho's small businesses are the backbone of our economy and our communities. These small businesses not only employ our friends and neighbors but also provide invaluable goods and services that showcase Idaho's creativity and values. Idaho small businesses are an intrinsic element of the Gem State and deserve to be celebrated.
I am proud to launch my seventh annual Support Local Gems, a statewide initiative, on June 12 to encourage Idahoans to support the small businesses that make our State special. As a member and former chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, I am pleased to honor Meat and Potato Company in Twin Falls during Support Local Gems as one of Idaho's Small Businesses of the Month for June 2026.
Founded by Magic Valley native Travis Dixon in 2018, Meat and Potato Company was created to provide Idahoans with convenient access to locally sourced, high-quality food while supporting the farmers, ranchers, and producers who make our communities strong.
With more than 30 years of experience in grocery retail and food service operations, Travis saw a gap between the meats and food products used in restaurants and what was accessible to Idaho families in grocery stores. He had long dreamt of starting a direct-to-home business model that would bring premium goods straight from local producers to Gem State kitchen tables.
Dixon brought his idea to reality, launching an online storefront that has since grown into a thriving retail operation with nationwide delivery. Today, Meat and Potato Company has a brick-and-mortar store in Twin Falls with a large selection of goods grown and produced right here in the Northwest.
Congratulations to Travis Dixon and the entire Meat and Potato Company team for being selected as an Idaho Small Business of the Month for June 2026. You are an outstanding example of what it means to be one of Idaho's Local Gems. You make our great State proud, and I look forward to your continued growth and success.
Recognizing the Owyhee County Historical Museum
Pages S2470–S2471 · Official textMr. President, I rise today to recognize the Owyhee County Historical Museum, celebrate the opening of its new Mike Hanley Wagon Barn, and mark the beginning of the Outpost Days.
Founded in 1961 by a dedicated group of local men and women determined to preserve Owyhee County's rich history, the museum was originally located in a small room within the county courthouse before moving to the old Murphy School House. As its collections grew, the community came together in 1971 to build a new museum, and the old schoolhouse was converted into an artifact. Over time, the museum welcomed the Marsing train depot, a replica stamp mill, and equipment from Silver City. By the early 2000s, the museum expanded to include a new exhibit hall, gift shop, meeting hall, kitchen, library, and archives space.
Today, the museum displays many eras of Owyhee County's history, from the frontier days and early mining projects to modern-day ranching and farming practices. Home to the only operating print shop with 100-year-old equipment, the museum also offers rides in a 1915 Model T and provides visitors with a unique opportunity to learn more at the moments that shaped the American West. Each year during the first weekend of June, that history comes to life during the annual Outpost Days celebration, a beloved community tradition featuring art vendors, entertainment, and the world-famous Horney Toad Races.
Now, the museum is expanding again to include the Mike Hanley Wagon Barn. The Wagon Barn will be filled with more than 35 wagons, buggies, and stagecoaches, many of which are more than 150 years old. With the new facility, the Owyhee County Historical Museum will have the largest collection of wagons in Idaho, strengthening its ability to tell the story of how pioneers settled the West.
As we celebrate the opening of the Wagon Barn and another successful Outpost Days, we also recognize the Owyhee County Historical Museum for its many years of dedication to the community and preserving the legacy of Idaho's early founders. Thanks to their efforts, generations of Idahoans will continue to learn and be inspired by our State's history.
Recognizing the Submarine 1st Generation Westinghouse Prototype
Page S2471 · Official textMr. President, I rise with my colleagues Senator Mike Crapo and Representative Mike Simpson to recognize the significance of the Submarine 1st Generation Westinghouse, also known as the S1W prototype plant, and commend the crews who safely demolished it.
Created under the leadership of Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, the Father of the Nuclear Navy, the S1W has stood as a symbol of American innovation, scientific achievement, and national determination for decades. Constructed at what is now the Idaho National Laboratory in 1951, S1W became the Nation's first land-based nuclear submarine prototype and inspired a new era of naval power.
The scientists, engineers, and operators who worked on the S1W later went on to develop the USS Nautilus, the world's first nuclear-powered submarine, and contributed to technologies that have fueled American naval dominance for generations.
Over S1W's 35 years of operation, more than 12,500 U.S. Navy and civilian personnel were trained at the site, laying the foundation for a highly skilled nuclear workforce that remains critical to our national security today.
Over the past 3 years, the Idaho Environmental Coalition has diligently and successfully dismantled this historic facility. Throughout the demolition, IEC crews demonstrated the same spirit of innovation by those who built the S1W, implementing creative solutions to complete the project ahead of schedule and millions of dollars under budget.
Today, we honor the legacy of the S1W, the crews who safely demolished it, and the undeniable future of nuclear innovation in America.
Tribute to Dennis Gannon
Page S2471 · Official textMr. President, today, I wish to honor Dennis Gannon, a truly remarkable public servant. Over the years, Dennis has led an incredible life marked by an unshakeable commitment to serving others. After retiring from years in the U.S. Army with the rank of major, he set out to establish his own business and has served two terms as county executive for Jefferson County, MO. During his years in this role, the county has experienced significant growth and completed several major projects, including efforts to bring overseas jobs back to Missouri and the county's landmark work to improve infrastructure at the Jefferson County Port Authority, transforming the county's place as a regional trade hub, an effort I was very proud to support. He has also volunteered his time to various organizations serving the greater St. Louis area and has served on the East-West Gateway Council of Governments and REJIS Commission leadership boards.
The Gannon family's story is also uniquely American and defined by the same spirit of service. When he was a child, his father Jack worked as a butcher before later being elected to the Missouri State Senate, and his wife Elaine served 12 years in the Missouri General Assembly. Currently, his son also serves as the board president for Chelsea Football Club in the United Kingdom and played a key role in the development and opening of SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
This fall, Mr. Gannon will begin his well-deserved retirement from public service to spend more time with his family. I wish him all the best as he begins this new chapter and am proud to call him a fellow Missourian.
Messages from the President
Page S2471 · Official textMessages from the President of the United States were communicated to the Senate by Mr. Hanley, one of his secretaries.
Executive Messages Referred
Page S2471 · Official textAs in executive session the Presiding Officer laid before the Senate messages from the President of the United States submitting sundry nominations and a withdrawal which were referred to the appropriate committees. (The messages received today are printed at the end of the Senate proceedings.)
Message from the House Received During Adjournment
Page S2471 · Official textUnder the authority of the order of the Senate of January 3, 2025, the Secretary of the Senate, on May 22, 2026, during the adjournment of the Senate, received a message from the House of Representatives announcing that the Speaker has signed the following enrolled bills:
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S. 1003. An act to require the Federal Communications Commission to issue an order providing that a shark attack is an event for which a wireless emergency alert may be transmitted, and for other purposes.
S. 2393. An act to authorize a major medical facility project for the Department of Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri, and for other purposes.
H.R. 3490. An act to require the Government Accountability Office to produce a report on esophageal cancer, and for other purposes.
Under the authority of the order of the Senate of January 3, 2025, the enrolled bills were signed on May 26, 2026, during the adjournment of the Senate, by the Acting President pro tempore (Mr. Hawley).
Measures Placed on the Calendar
Page S2471 · Official textThe following bill was read the second time, and placed on the calendar:
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S. 4632. A bill to provide for a period of continuing appropriations in the event of a lapse in appropriations under the normal appropriations process, to establish procedures and consequences in the event of a failure to enact appropriations, and for other purposes.
Enrolled Bill Presented
Page S2471 · Official textThe Secretary of the Senate reported that on May 21, 2026, she had presented to the President of the United States the following enrolled bill:
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S. 4530. An act to amend chapters 83 and 84 of title 5, United States Code, to authorize an increase of the retirement age for members of the Capitol Police.
Executive and Other Communications
Pages S2471–S2476 · Official textThe following communications were laid before the Senate, together with accompanying papers, reports, and documents, and were referred as indicated:
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EC-3566. A communication from the Senior Advisor, Department of Health and Human Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a vacancy and designation of an acting officer for a position covered by the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998 for the position of Chief Counsel, Small Business Administration, received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
EC-3567. A communication from the Chair and President of the Export-Import Bank, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a transaction involving U.S. exports to South Korea; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
EC-3568. A communication from the Chair and President of the Export-Import Bank,
transmitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a transaction involving U.S. exports to various countries; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
EC-3569. A communication from the Chair and President of the Export-Import Bank, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a transaction involving U.S. exports to South Korea; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
EC-3570. A communication from the Section Chief, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Returns Relating to Sales or Exchanges of Certain Partnership Interests" (RIN1545-BR54) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Finance.
EC-3571. A communication from the Section Chief, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Revenue Procedure; Rulings and determination letters" (Rev. Proc. 2026-21) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Finance.
EC-3572. A communication from the Acting Branch Chief of the Regulatory Management Division, Environmental Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Aluminum in Pesticide Formulations; Exemption from the Requirement for a Tolerance" (FRL No. 13354-01-OCSPP) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
EC-3573. A communication from the Acting Branch Chief of the Regulatory Management Division, Environmental Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Reporting Deadline Extension for the Health and Safety Data Reporting Rule under Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) Section 8(d)" ((RIN2070-AL43) (FRL No. 13162-02-OCSPP)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
EC-3574. A communication from the Acting Branch Supervisor of the Regulatory Management Division, Environmental Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Air Plan Revisions; Arizona; Arizona Department of Environmental Quality; Gila County Reasonably Available Control Technology" (FRL No. 13073-02-R9) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
EC-3575. A communication from the Acting Branch Supervisor of the Regulatory Management Division, Environmental Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Significant New Use Rules on Certain Chemical Substances (25-1.5e)" (FRL No. 12730-02-OCSPP) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
EC-3576. A communication from the Acting Branch Supervisor of the Regulatory Management Division, Environmental Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Reconsideration of Certain Regulatory Requirements Promulgated Under the Technology Transitions Provisions of the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020" (FRL No. 12166-02-OAR) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
EC-3577. A communication from the Acting Deputy Staff Director of the United States Commission on Civil Rights, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report entitled "Request for Congressional Appropriation for Fiscal Year 2027"; to the Committee on the Judiciary.
EC-3578. A communication from the Regulations Coordinator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Department of Health and Human Services, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program" (RIN0938-AV62) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 20, 2026; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EC-3579. A communication from the Chairman, Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Corporation's annual report for calendar year 2025; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
EC-3580. A communication from the Chairman of the Council of the District of Columbia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report on D.C. Act 26-317, "Youth Curfew Amendment Act of 2026"; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
EC-3581. A communication from the Assistant Secretary of Defense, transmitting legislative proposals that the Department of Defense requests be enacted during the second session of the 119th Congress; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3582. A communication from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, transmitting the report of an officer authorized to wear the insignia of the grade of lieutenant general in accordance with title 10, United States Code, section 777a; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3583. A communication from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, transmitting the report of an officer authorized to wear the insignia of the grade of lieutenant general in accordance with title 10, United States Code, section 777a; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3584. A communication from the Alternate Federal Register Liaison Officer, Office of the Secretary, Department of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Stars and Stripes Media Organization" (RIN0790-AJ63) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3585. A communication from the Alternate Federal Register Liaison Officer, Office of the Secretary, Department of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Identification (ID) Cards for Members of the Uniformed Services, Their Dependents, and Other Eligible Individuals; Amendment" (RIN0790-AL85) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3586. A communication from the Alternate Federal Register Liaison Officer, Office of the Secretary, Department of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Medical Billing for Healthcare Services Provided by Department of Defense Military Medical Treatment Facilities to Civilian Non-Beneficiaries" (RIN0790-AB87) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3587. A communication from the Section Chief, Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "2026 Cumulative List of Changes in Plan Qualification Requirements for Defined Benefit Qualified Pre-approved Plans" (Notice 2026-34) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Finance.
EC-3588. A communication from the Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Farm Credit Administration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Administration's Fiscal Year 2025 Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and Privacy Management Requirements received in the Office of the President pro tempore; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
EC-3589. A communication from the Director of the Regulations Development Staff, Food Safety and Inspection Service, Department of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Removal of Standard of Identity for Canned `Tripe With Milk' " (RIN0583-AE06) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
EC-3590. A communication from the Deputy Director, Agricultural Marketing Service, Department of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Domestic Dates Produced or Packed in Riverside County, California; Decreased Assessment Rate" (Docket No. AMS-SC-24-0049) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
EC-3591. A communication from the Associate Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report relative to a vacancy and designation of an acting officer for a position covered by the Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998 for the position of Assistant Administrator, Office of Solid Waste, Environmental Protection Agency, received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
EC-3605. A communication from the Attorney Advisor, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Regulatory Relief To Allow Speeds Up to 45 MPH for Non-Traversable Curbs" (RIN2130-AD14) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3606. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Removal of Unnecessary and Outdated Paperwork Reduction Act References" (RIN2130-AD22) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3607. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Repealing Certain Bridge Load Capacity Evaluation Requirements" (RIN2130-AD28) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3608. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers and Conductors: Incorporation of Longstanding C3RS Waivers" (RIN2130-AD32) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3609. A communication from the Attorney Advisor, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Repealing a Track Surface Requirement" (RIN2130-AD49) received in the
Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3610.
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A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Removing Stenciling Requirement for Freight Cars Used for Tourist, Historic, Excursion, Educational, Recreational, or Private Purposes and Not Interchanged" (RIN2130-AD54) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3611. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Allowing for the Electronic Posting of Reportable Injuries and Occupational Illnesses" (RIN2130-AD57) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3612. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers" (RIN2130-AD60) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3613. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Miscellaneous Revisions to the Qualification and Certification of Conductors" (RIN2130-AD61) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3614. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM F1055" (RIN2137-AG35) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3615. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-NACE SP0206" (RIN2137-AG38) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3616. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Engines; Amendment 39-23301" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2025-0918)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3592. A communication from the Alternate Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Disclosure of Greenhouse Gas Emissions" (RIN0750-AM18) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3593. A communication from the Alternate Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Cooperation with the Office of Special Counsel of the Merit Systems Protection Board" (RIN0750-AL88) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Armed Services.
EC-3594. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Clarification of Accident Reporting Requirements for Hazardous Liquid and Carbon Dioxide Pipeline Facilities" (RIN2137-AG48) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3595. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Editorial Corrections and Clarifications to Criteria for Conducting Integrity Assessments Using Guided Wave Ultrasonic Testing" (RIN2137-AG47) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3596. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Removing Obsolete Provision from Safety-Related Condition Reporting Requirements for Hazardous Liquid and Carbon Dioxide Pipeline Facilities" (RIN2137-AG50) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3597. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Editorial Correction to 49 CFR 195.9" (RIN2137-AG51) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3598. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Editorial Correction to Requirements for Low-Stress Hazardous Liquid Pipelines in Rural Areas" (RIN2137-AG49) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 21, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3599. A communication from the Senior Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "One-Page Document on Passenger Rights" (RIN2105-AE82) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 11, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3600. A communication from the Attorney Advisor, Space Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Modernizing Spectrum Sharing for Satellite" (FCC 26-26) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 11, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3601. A communication from the Vice President of Government Affairs, National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak, transmitting, pursuant to law, Amtrak's fiscal year 2027 General and Legislative Annual Report; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3602. A communication from the Biologist, Office of Protected Resources, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Taking and Importing Marine Mammals; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Geophysical Surveys in the Gulf of America" (RIN0648-BO19) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3603. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Administrative Updates to the Federal Railroad Administration's State Safety Participation Regulations" (RIN2130-AD07) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3604. A communication from the Assistant Chief Counsel for Safety, Federal Railroad Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Prosecutorial Discretion of Enforcement Attorneys" (RIN2130-AD11) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3617. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes; Amendment 39-23319" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-3862)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3618. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes; Amendment 39-23313" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-0740)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3619. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes; Amendment 39-23312" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-0727)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3620. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Turbomeca, S.A.); Amendment 39-23320" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-0016)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3621. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class E Airspace; Miami; Florida; CORRECTION" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2025-1183)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3622. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "IFR Altitudes; Miscellaneous Amendments; Amendment No. 591" ((RIN2120-AA63) (Docket No. 31660)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3623. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Costruzioni Aeronautiche Tecnam S.P.A. Airplane; Amendment 39-23300" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-2728)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3624. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Inc. Airplanes; Amendment 39-23296" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No.
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FAA-2025-1732)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3625. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Revocation of Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Federal Airway V-320 in the Vicinity of Mount Pleasant, Michigan" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2025-4609)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3626. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class D and Class E2 Airspace Over Binghamton, New York" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2026-1024)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3627. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Honda Aircraft Company LLC Airplanes; Amendment 39-23293" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2025-0485)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3628. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; DG Aviation GmbH (Type Certificate Previously Held by DG Flugzeugbau GmbH) Gliders; Amendment 39-23298" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-2727)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3629. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Establishment of Class E Airspace; Birch Creek Airport, Birch Creek, Alaska" ((RIN2120-AA66)(Docket No. FAA-2025-5140)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3630. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Canada Limited Partnership (Type Certificate Previously Held by C Series Aircraft Limited Partnership (CSALT); Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2025-2547)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3631. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters; Amendment 39-23303" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2025-5039)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3632. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments; Amendment No. 4211" ((RIN2120-AA65) (Docket No. 31656)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3633. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments; Amendment No. 4212" ((RIN2120-AA65)(Docket No. 4212)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3634. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes; Amendment 39-23297" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2025-2553)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3635. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Baykar Piaggio Aerospace S.p.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Piaggio Aviation S.p.A.) Airplanes; Amendment 39-23294" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2026-0019)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3636. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters; Amendment 39-23304" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2026-0008)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3637. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Revocation of Restricted Area R-6316 in Eagle Pass, Texas" ((RIN2120-AA66)(Docket No. FAA-2026-2509)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3638. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class B Airspace Description; Denver International Airport, Colorado" ((RIN2120-AA66)(Docket No. FAA-2026-2522)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3639. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Modification of Class E Airspace; Denver International Airport, Denver, Colorado; Correction" ((RIN2120-AA66)(Docket No. FAA-2025-5384)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3640. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class E Airspace; Covington, Kentucky" ((RIN2120-AA66)(Docket No. FAA-2026-0534)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3641. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes; Amendment 39-23307" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2026-3478)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3642. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters; Amendment 39-23249" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2026-0732)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3643. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled " Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters; Amendment 39-23308" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2026-3479)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3644. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters; Amendment 39-23309" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2025-5038)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3645. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Establishment of Class E Airspace; Wall Municipal Airport, Wall, South Dakota" ((RIN2120-AA66)(Docket No. FAA-2023-2225)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3646. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes; Amendment 39-23305" ((RIN2120-AA64)(Docket No. FAA-2026-0022)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3647. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM D2564" (RIN2137-AG30) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3648. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM D2513" (RIN2137-AG32) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3649. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM F1973" (RIN2137-AG34) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3650.
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A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM F2767" (RIN2137-AG33) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3651. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASTM F2620" (RIN2137-AG31) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3652. A communication from the Senior Counsel, Office of the General Counsel, Department of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amending the Department of Commerce's Regulations Implementing the HAVANA Act" (RIN0605-AA89) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3653. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class E Airspace; Miami; Florida" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2025-1183)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3654. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD) Helicopters; Amendment 39-23249" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-3867)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3655. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Regional Airplanes; Amendment 39-23316" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2025-2554)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3656. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes; Amendment 39-23315" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2025-5402)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3657. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes; Amendment 39-23321" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2025-1114)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3658. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes; Amendment 39-23317" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2025-2275)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3659. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Standard Instrument Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments; Amendment No. 4215" ((RIN2120-AA65) (Docket No. 31661)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3660. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments; Amendment No. 4216" ((RIN2120-AA65) (Docket No. 31662)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3661. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class D and Class E2 Airspace Over Wilmington, Delaware" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2026-1256)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3662. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Establishment of Class E Airspace; Sparta, Kentucky" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2025-0583)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3663. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Establishment of Restricted Areas R-5305A, R-5305B, and R-5305C; Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; and Restricted Areas R-5307A, R-5307B, and R-5307C Cherry Point, North Carolina" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2025-0273)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3664. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Modification of Class E Airspace; Florence Municipal Airport, Florence, Oregon" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2025-5142)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3665. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; MHI RJ Aviation ULC (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes; Amendment 39-23310" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-0728)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3666. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes; Amendment 39-23314" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-3486)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3667. A communication from the Attorney, Office of the Secretary of Transportation, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Administrative Rulemaking, Guidance, and Enforcement Procedures" (RIN2105-AF32) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3668. A communication from the Chief, Office of Engineering and Technology, Federal Communication Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Promoting the Integrity and Security of Telecommunications Certification Bodies Measurement Facilities, and the Equipment Authorization Program" ((FCC 26-28) (ET Docket No. 24-136)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May
13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3669. A communication from the Chief, Wireline Competition Bureau, Federal Communications Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Promoting Fair and Open Competitive Bidding in the E-Rate Program; Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Mechanism" ((RIN3060-AK57) (FCC 26-30)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3670. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-MSS SP-75" (RIN2137-AG36) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3671. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Standards Update-ASME B31.4" (RIN2137-AG39) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3672. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class D and Class E Airspace; Cincinnati, Ohio" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2026-3634)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 14, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3673. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class D Airspace; Appleton, Wisconsin" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2026-2212)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 14, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3674. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Amendment of Class E5 Airspace Over Elizabeth City, North Carolina" ((RIN2120-AA66) (Docket No. FAA-2026-1816)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 14, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3675. A communication from the Paralegal of the Office of Chief Counsel, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Pipeline Safety: Declaratory Order Procedures" (RIN2137-AG41) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 19, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3676.
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A communication from the Secretary of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report entitled "Annual Report on Disability-Related Air Travel Complaints Received During Calendar Year 2024"; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
EC-3677. A communication from the Manager of Legal Litigation and Support, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled "Airworthiness Directives; B/E Aerospace Fischer GmbH Medical Seats; Amendment 39-23318" ((RIN2120-AA64) (Docket No. FAA-2026-3861)) received in the Office of the President of the Senate on May 13, 2026; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Reports of Committees
Page S2476 · Official textThe following reports of committees were submitted:
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By Mr. CRUZ, from the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, with an amendment in the nature of a substitute:
S. 2666. A bill to direct the Federal Communications Commission to establish a taskforce on unlawful robocalls, and for other purposes (Rept. No. 119-122).
By Mr. CRUZ, from the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation:
Report to accompany S. 323, a bill to direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to develop a National Strategy to Synchronize Federal Broadband Programs, and for other purposes (Rept. No. 119-123).
By Mr. SCOTT, of South Carolina, from the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, with an amendment in the nature of a substitute:
H.R. 3633. An act to provide for a system of regulation of the offer and sale of digital commodities by the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, and for other purposes.
Introduction of Bills and Joint Resolutions
Page S2476 · Official textThe following bills and joint resolutions were introduced, read the first and second times by unanimous consent, and referred as indicated:
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By Mr. SCHIFF (for himself, Mr. Kelly, and Ms.
Slotkin):
S. 4644. A bill to provide for limitations on judgements, awards, and compromise settlements under section 1304 of title 31, United States Code; to the Committee on the Judiciary.
By Mr. SCHIFF (for himself and Mr. Kelly):
S. 4645. A bill to provide for limitations on judgments, awards, and compromise settlements under section 1304 of title 31, United States Code; to the Committee on the Judiciary.
By Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself, Mr. King, Ms.
Klobuchar, Ms. Baldwin, Mr. Lujan, Mr. Bennet, Mr.
Whitehouse, Mr. Sanders, Mr. Gallego, Ms. Rosen, Mr.
Kelly, Mrs. Shaheen, and Mr. Welch):
S. 4646. A bill to reinstate criminal penalties for persons charging veterans unauthorized fees relating to claims for benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
By Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself and Ms. Smith):
S. 4647. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide an income tax credit for eldercare expenses; to the Committee on Finance.
By Ms. WARREN (for herself and Mr. Grassley):
S. 4648. A bill to improve transparency with respect to foreign influence on Department of Defense contractors; to the Committee on Armed Services.
By Mr. LEE (for himself and Mr. Wyden):
S. 4649. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to update the privacy protections for electronic communications information that is stored by third-party service providers in order to protect consumer privacy interests while meeting law enforcement needs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Submission of Concurrent and Senate Resolutions
Page S2476 · Official textThe following concurrent resolutions and Senate resolutions were read, and referred (or acted upon), as indicated:
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By Mr. PETERS (for himself, Ms. Slotkin, Mr. Thune, Mr.
Schumer, Ms. Alsobrooks, Mr. Armstrong, Ms. Baldwin,
Mr. Banks, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Bennet, Mrs. Blackburn,
Mr. Blumenthal, Ms. Blunt Rochester, Mr. Booker, Mr.
Boozman, Mrs. Britt, Mr. Budd, Ms. Cantwell, Mrs.
Capito, Mr. Cassidy, Ms. Collins, Mr. Coons, Mr.
Cornyn, Ms. Cortez Masto, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Cramer, Mr.
Crapo, Mr. Cruz, Mr. Curtis, Mr. Daines, Ms.
Duckworth, Mr. Durbin, Ms. Ernst, Mr. Fetterman, Mrs.
Fischer, Mr. Gallego, Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. Graham,
Mr. Grassley, Mr. Hagerty, Ms. Hassan, Mr. Hawley,
Mr. Heinrich, Mr. Hickenlooper, Ms. Hirono, Mr.
Hoeven, Mr. Husted, Mrs. Hyde-Smith, Mr. Johnson, Mr.
Justice, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Kelly, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Kim,
Mr. King, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. Lankford, Mr. Lee, Mr.
Lujan, Ms. Lummis, Mr. Markey, Mr. Marshall, Mr.
McConnell, Mr. McCormick, Mr. Merkley, Mrs. Moody,
Mr. Moran, Mr. Moreno, Ms. Murkowski, Mr. Murphy,
Mrs. Murray, Mr. Ossoff, Mr. Padilla, Mr. Paul, Mr.
Reed, Mr. Ricketts, Mr. Risch, Ms. Rosen, Mr. Rounds,
Mr. Sanders, Mr. Schatz, Mr. Schiff, Mr. Schmitt, Mr.
Scott of Florida, Mr. Scott of South Carolina, Mrs.
Shaheen, Mr. Sheehy, Ms. Smith, Mr. Sullivan, Mr.
Tillis, Mr. Tuberville, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Warner,
Mr. Warnock, Ms. Warren, Mr. Welch, Mr. Whitehouse,
Mr. Wicker, Mr. Wyden, and Mr. Young):
S. Res. 755. A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator for the State of Michigan; considered and agreed to.
By Ms. ALSOBROOKS (for herself, Mr. Schiff, Mr. Booker,
Mr. Padilla, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Hickenlooper, and
Ms. Hirono):
S. Con. Res. 34. A concurrent resolution recognizing the importance of saving lives, reducing gun violence, and strengthening public safety as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary; to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Additional Cosponsors
Pages S2476–S2478 · Official textAt the request of Mr. Barrasso, the name of the Senator from Maine (Ms. Collins) was added as a cosponsor of S. 142, a bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to wildland firefighters in recognition of their strength, resiliency, sacrifice, and service to protect the forests, grasslands, and communities of the United States, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Hawley, the name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. Merkley) was added as a cosponsor of S. 419, a bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to reauthorize grants to support law enforcement officers and families, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Schmitt, the name of the Senator from Illinois (Ms. Duckworth) was added as a cosponsor of S. 494, a bill to establish a national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Grassley, the name of the Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. Lankford) was added as a cosponsor of S. 736, a bill to increase the penalty for prohibited provision of a phone in a correctional facility, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Ricketts, the name of the Senator from South Dakota (Mr. Rounds) was added as a cosponsor of S. 881, a bill to amend the Clean Air Act to include fuel for ocean-going vessels as additional renewable fuel for which credits may be generated under the renewable fuel program. At the request of Ms. Rosen, the name of the Senator from North Carolina (Mr. Tillis) was added as a cosponsor of S. 942, a bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for interest-free deferment on student loans for borrowers serving in a medical or dental internship or residency program. At the request of Mr. Curtis, the name of the Senator from Florida (Mr. Scott) was added as a cosponsor of S. 1339, a bill to require a determination and report relating to money laundering and violations of export controls and sanctions in Hong Kong. At the request of Mr. Blumenthal, the name of the Senator from Arizona (Mr. Kelly) was added as a cosponsor of S. 1441, a bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to award grants to nonprofit entities to assist such entities in carrying out programs to provide service dogs to eligible veterans, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Crapo, the names of the Senator from Montana (Mr. Sheehy) and the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. McCormick) were added as cosponsors of S. 1532, a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit. At the request of Mr. Kelly, the names of the Senator from Michigan (Ms. Slotkin), the Senator from Massachusetts (Ms. Warren) and the Senator from Minnesota (Ms. Klobuchar) were added as cosponsors of S. 1541, a bill to support the national defense and economic security of the United States by supporting vessels, ports, and shipyards of the United States and the U.S. maritime workforce. At the request of Mr. Whitehouse, the name of the Senator from Nevada (Ms. Cortez Masto) was added as a cosponsor of S. 1814, a bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide for a code of conduct for justices of the Supreme Court of the United States, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Hawley, the names of the Senator from North Carolina (Mr. Tillis), the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. Fetterman) and the Senator from Tennessee (Mrs. Blackburn) were added as cosponsors of S. 1829, a bill to combat the sexual exploitation of children by supporting victims and promoting accountability and transparency by the tech industry. At the request of Mr. Wyden, the name of the Senator from Delaware (Mr. Coons) was added as a cosponsor of S. 2059, a bill to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to enhance financial support for rural and safety net hospitals providing maternity, labor, and delivery services to vulnerable populations, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Whitehouse, the names of the Senator from New York (Mrs. Gillibrand) and the Senator from Massachusetts (Mr. Markey) were added as cosponsors of S. 2096, a bill to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, to make certain improvements in the Transition Assistance Program and Solid Start Program to address mental health issues, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Padilla, the names of the Senator from North Dakota (Mr. Cramer), the Senator from Nevada (Ms. Cortez Masto) and the Senator from Michigan (Ms. Slotkin) were added as cosponsors of S. 2265, a bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California, and the 2034 Olympics and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah. At the request of Mr. Kelly, the names of the Senator from Nevada (Ms. Rosen) and the Senator from Georgia (Mr. Ossoff) were added as cosponsors of S. 2448, a bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve dependent coverage under the TRICARE Young Adult Program. At the request of Mr. Booker, the name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. Wyden) was added as a cosponsor of S. 2667, a bill to prevent violence in the West Bank and authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to any foreign person endangering United States national security and undermining prospects for a two-state solution by committing illegal violent acts. At the request of Mr. King, the name of the Senator from New York (Mrs. Gillibrand) was added as a cosponsor of S. 2831, a bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for certain fall prevention items under the Medicare program. At the request of Mr. Hawley, the name of the Senator from New Jersey (Mr. Booker) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3062, a bill to require artificial intelligence chatbots to implement age verification measures and make certain disclosures, and for other purposes. At the request of Mrs. Capito, the names of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. Marshall), the Senator from Colorado (Mr. Hickenlooper), the Senator from Texas (Mr. Cornyn) and the Senator from Georgia (Mr. Warnock) were added as cosponsors of S. 3209, a bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs furnishes certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Sullivan, the names of the Senator from Tennessee (Mrs. Blackburn) and the Senator from Colorado (Mr. Hickenlooper) were added as cosponsors of S. 3220, a bill to transfer $160,000,000 from the Travel Promotion Fund to Brand USA. At the request of Ms. Collins, the name of the Senator from Hawaii (Ms. Hirono) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3267, a bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for Medicare coverage of blood-based dementia screening tests. At the request of Mr. Lee, the name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. Ossoff) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3284, a bill to amend chapter 53 of title 49, United States Code, to allow funding recipients to assume certain responsibilities relating to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. At the request of Mr. Cornyn, the names of the Senator from Kansas (Mr. Moran), the Senator from West Virginia (Mrs. Capito) and the Senator from Arkansas (Mr. Boozman) were added as cosponsors of S. 3332, a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the exclusion of gain from the sale of a principal residence, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Grassley, the name of the Senator from Mississippi (Mrs. Hyde-Smith) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3394, a bill to direct the United States Sentencing Commission to amend the sentencing guideline relating to child sexual abuse material. At the request of Mr. Grassley, the name of the Senator from Mississippi (Mrs. Hyde-Smith) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3397, a bill to make coercion of children to commit harm a criminal offense, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Grassley, the name of the Senator from Mississippi (Mrs. Hyde-Smith) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3398, a bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to criminalize intentional threats to distribute child sexual abuse material, and to provide appropriate penalties for the use of child sexual abuse material to extort or coerce victims. At the request of Mr. Cotton, the name of the Senator from Pennsylvania (Mr. McCormick) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3452, a bill to restrict the export to foreign entities of concern of United States intellectual property and sensitive information related to synthetic biology, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Cassidy, the name of the Senator from North Carolina (Mr. Tillis) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3473, a bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to encourage Medicare beneficiaries to voluntarily adopt advance directives guiding the medical care they receive. At the request of Mr. Whitehouse, the name of the Senator from Colorado (Mr. Hickenlooper) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3581, a bill to prohibit the payment of certain legal settlements to any individual convicted of assaulting a law enforcement officer in connection with breaching the Capitol on January 6, 2021. At the request of Mr. Padilla, the name of the Senator from Colorado (Mr. Hickenlooper) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3582, a bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to compensate individuals who were prosecuted for their involvement in the attack on the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Van Hollen, the name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. Warner) was added as a cosponsor of S. 3682, a bill to promote the creation of data center load queues and data center-specific rate classes to mitigate the impact of data centers on other electricity consumers, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Cruz, the name of the Senator from California (Mr. Schiff) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4009, a bill to provide for the imposition of sanctions with respect to forced organ harvesting within the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. At the request of Ms. Collins, the name of the Senator from New Jersey (Mr. Booker) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4172, a bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to allow for the retirement of certain animals used in Federal research, and for other purposes. At the request of Mrs. Blackburn, the name of the Senator from Utah (Mr. Lee) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4329, a bill to amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit family planning grants from being awarded to any entity that performs abortions, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Justice, the name of the Senator from Mississippi (Mr. Wicker) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4367, a bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify the definition of food. At the request of Ms. Blunt Rochester, the name of the Senator from Delaware (Mr. Coons) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4480, a bill to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance on coverage under the Medicaid program under title XIX of the Social Security Act of certain pelvic health services furnished during the postpartum period, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Sanders, the name of the Senator from New York (Mrs. Gillibrand) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4551, a bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to establish a minimum salary threshold for bona fide executive, administrative, and professional employees exempt from Federal overtime compensation requirements, and automatically update such threshold each year, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Lujan, the name of the Senator from Massachusetts (Mr. Markey) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4567, a bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide enhanced student loan relief to educators, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr.
Merkley, the name of the Senator from Rhode Island (Mr. Whitehouse) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4568, a bill to amend the definition of professional student in the Higher Education Act of 1965. At the request of Mr. Wyden, the name of the Senator from Minnesota (Ms. Klobuchar) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4588, a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the excise tax for the repurchase of corporate stock by large oil and gas companies. At the request of Mr. Wyden, the name of the Senator from Colorado (Mr. Hickenlooper) was added as a cosponsor of S. 4616, a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose a tax on specified settlement fund payments, and for other purposes. At the request of Mr. Grassley, the names of the Senator from Maine (Ms. Collins) and the Senator from New Hampshire (Ms. Hassan) were added as cosponsors of S. 4639, a bill to provide additional support to whistleblowers who report information about noncompliance with Federal tax laws. At the request of Ms. Cortez Masto, the name of the Senator from Vermont (Mr. Welch) was added as a cosponsor of S. Res. 616, a resolution requesting information on Honduras's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Senate Resolution 755--Honoring the Life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., Former Senator for the State of Michigan
Pages S2478–S2479 · Official textSENATE RESOLUTION 755--HONORING THE LIFE OF THE HONORABLE DONALD W. RIEGLE, JR., FORMER SENATOR FOR THE STATE OF MICHIGAN Mr. PETERS (for himself, Ms. Slotkin, Mr. Thune, Mr. Schumer, Ms. Alsobrooks, Mr. Armstrong, Ms. Baldwin, Mr. Banks, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Bennet, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Blumenthal, Ms. Blunt Rochester, Mr. Booker, Mr. Boozman, Mrs. Britt, Mr. Budd, Ms. Cantwell, Mrs. Capito, Mr. Cassidy, Ms. Collins, Mr. Coons, Mr. Cornyn, Ms. Cortez Masto, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Cramer, Mr. Crapo, Mr. Cruz, Mr. Curtis, Mr. Daines, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Durbin, Ms. Ernst, Mr. Fetterman, Mrs. Fischer, Mr. Gallego, Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. Graham, Mr. Grassley, Mr. Hagerty, Ms. Hassan, Mr. Hawley, Mr. Heinrich, Mr. Hickenlooper, Ms. Hirono, Mr. Hoeven, Mr. Husted, Mrs. Hyde-Smith, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Justice, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Kelly, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Kim, Mr. King, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. Lankford, Mr. Lee, Mr. Lujan, Ms. Lummis, Mr. Markey, Mr. Marshall, Mr. McConnell, Mr. McCormick, Mr. Merkley, Mrs. Moody, Mr. Moran, Mr. Moreno, Ms. Murkowski, Mr. Murphy, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Ossoff, Mr. Padilla, Mr. Paul, Mr. Reed, Mr. Ricketts, Mr. Risch, Ms. Rosen, Mr. Rounds, Mr. Sanders, Mr. Schatz, Mr. Schiff, Mr. Schmitt, Mr. Scott of Florida, Mr. Scott of South Carolina, Mrs. Shaheen, Mr. Sheehy, Ms. Smith, Mr. Sullivan, Mr. Tillis, Mr. Tuberville, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Warner, Mr. Warnock, Ms. Warren, Mr. Welch, Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Wicker, Mr. Wyden, and Mr. Young) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to:
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Whereas Donald W. Riegle, Jr., honorably served the people of Michigan and the United States over a public career spanning nearly 3 decades;
Whereas Senator Riegle was born on February 4, 1938, in Flint, Michigan, and was 1 of 3 children of Dorothy Grace Riegle and Donald Wayne Riegle, who owned a printing business and was a mayor of Flint;
Whereas Senator Riegle was a graduate of Flint Central High School, attended Flint Junior College and Western Michigan University, and graduated with a bachelor's degree in business administration and economics from the University of Michigan-Flint in 1960;
Whereas Senator Riegle received a Master of Business Administration in finance from Michigan State University in 1961 and went on to pursue doctoral studies in business and government relations at Harvard Business School while working as a financial analyst at IBM;
Whereas Senator Riegle also served as a faculty member, teaching at Michigan State University, Boston University, and Harvard University before running for Congress;
Whereas Senator Riegle was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1966 at the age of 28, when he ran as a Republican in the traditionally Democratic 7th Congressional District of Michigan, and represented the District as a Republican from 1967 to 1973;
Whereas, having grown increasingly disenchanted with President Richard M. Nixon over the Vietnam War, civil rights, and other issues, Senator Riegle switched parties and represented the 7th Congressional District of Michigan as a member of the Democratic Party from 1973 to 1977;
Whereas, while in the House of Representatives, Senator Riegle was one of the co-sponsors of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (15 U.S.C. 1691 et seq.), which outlaws discrimination on the basis of sex or marital status in granting credit and was signed into law by President Gerald Ford on October 28 1974;
Whereas Senator Riegle was elected to the United States Senate in 1976 and served 3 terms, from 1977 to 1995;
Whereas Senator Riegle served as Chairman of the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate, where he played a leading role in shaping national policy on financial institutions, housing, and economic development, including the Riegle Community Development and Regulatory Improvement Act of 1994 (Public Law 103-325; 108 Stat. 2160) that--
(1) established the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund to seed and support financial institutions dedicated to supporting community development;
(2) increased consumer protections for high rate home equity loans;
(3) increased credit availability to small businesses;
(4) streamlined the regulation of depository institutions; and
(5) reformed the National Flood Insurance Program;
Whereas Senator Riegle also served as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health for Families and the Uninsured of the Committee on Finance of the Senate and brought attention to, and encouraged policy discussion of, the growing number of people of the United States without health insurance due to rising costs, job loss, and gaps in employer-based coverage;
Whereas Senator Riegle was a steadfast advocate for Michigan's manufacturing economy, took a lead role in passing legislation to rescue the Chrysler Corporation from bankruptcy in 1979, and steadfastly championed issues in support of working families and the revitalization of communities across the State;
Whereas Senator Riegle led an investigation into the illnesses being experienced by veterans of the Gulf War and in 1994 released The Riegle Report to the United States Senate, which concluded that United States Gulf War veterans were likely exposed to low-level chemical and biological agents and called for further Government investigation into, and recourse for, war veterans suffering from Gulf War syndrome;
Whereas Senator Riegle was known for his independence, integrity, and willingness to work across party lines in the interest of the people of the United States;
Whereas, after leaving public office, Senator Riegle continued to contribute to public life through his work in academia, policy, and civic engagement;
Whereas Donald W. Riegle, Jr., passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated public service and commitment to the people of Michigan and the United States;
Whereas Senator Riegle is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Lori Hansen Riegle, 5 children, 10 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandson; and
Whereas Senator Riegle is remembered by his family, friends, former colleagues, and all those who benefited from his leadership and service: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate--
(1) has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former member of the Senate;
(2) honors the life and legacy of former United States Senator Donald W. Riegle, Jr., for his decades of service to the State of Michigan and the United States, and expresses its deep condolences to his family and loved ones;
(3) directs the Secretary of the Senate to communicate this resolution to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the family of Donald W. Riegle, Jr.; and
(4) when the Senate adjourns on the date of the adoption of this resolution, the Senate stands adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr.
Senate Concurrent Resolution 34--Recognizing the Importance of Saving Lives, Reducing Gun Violence, and Strengthening Public Safety as the United States Celebrates Its 250th Anniversary
Page S2479 · Official textSENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 34--RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF SAVING LIVES, REDUCING GUN VIOLENCE, AND STRENGTHENING PUBLIC SAFETY AS THE UNITED STATES CELEBRATES ITS 250TH ANNIVERSARY Ms. ALSOBROOKS (for herself, Mr. Schiff, Mr. Booker, Mr. Padilla, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Hickenlooper, and Ms. Hirono) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary:
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Whereas the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026, marking a historic milestone in its democratic journey;
Whereas the promise of the United States includes ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of all people and communities;
Whereas gun violence remains a leading cause of death and injury in the United States, impacting families, communities, and the public health and economic stability of the United States;
Whereas the United States continues to lead the world in the number of gun deaths, with an average of 125 people killed by guns each day;
Whereas there are over 400,000,000 guns in the United States, but only 340,000,000 people in the United States;
Whereas 1 in 5 people in the United States will personally witness someone being shot;
Whereas people of all communities, including veterans and children, are not immune to the pull of the trigger;
Whereas evidence-informed solutions--including community violence intervention, Federal background checks, effective law enforcement partnerships, and responsible public safety policies--have been shown to reduce gun violence and save lives;
Whereas survivors of gun violence, community leaders, public safety professionals, and advocates play a vital role in advancing effective solutions to improve public safety;
Whereas reducing gun violence is essential to protecting communities and ensuring all people of the United States can live free from preventable harm;
Whereas saving lives and safeguarding the well-being of the people of the United States is a fundamental responsibility of government; and
Whereas the 250th anniversary of the United States presents an opportunity to renew the commitment of the United States to protecting lives and strengthening public safety for future generations: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), That Congress--
(1) recognizes the 250th anniversary of the United States as a moment to reaffirm a national commitment to saving lives, reducing gun violence, and strengthening public safety;
(2) honors the lives lost to gun violence and provides support for survivors, families, and communities impacted;
(3) commends the efforts of community leaders, law enforcement, public health professionals, community violence intervention practitioners, and advocates working to prevent gun violence and promote safety;
(4) prioritizes support for law enforcement efforts to collect and publish data about violent crimes, improve clearance rates for homicides and shootings, and expand training in deescalation tactics;
(5) supports expanded investment in proactive, community-based strategies that stop violence before it occurs by identifying individuals at high risk and intervening with credible messengers and customized services that address the root causes of violence;
(6) commits to ensuring robust funding for victim services so many can take the first steps towards recovery;
(7) affirms that preventing gun violence and saving lives must be a national priority as the United States enters its next 250 years; and
(8) pursues policies that strengthen public safety, uphold constitutional rights, and protect the well-being of all people of the United States.
Measure Placed on the Calendar--S. 4632
Pages S2479–S2480 · Official textMr. President, I understand that there is a bill at the desk that is due for a second reading.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The clerk will read the bill by title for the second time.
The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows:
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A bill (S. 4632) to provide for a period of continuing appropriations in the event of a lapse in appropriations under the normal appropriations process, to establish procedures and consequences in the event of a failure to enact appropriations, and for other purposes.
Mr. President, in order to place the bill on the calendar under the provisions of rule XIV, I would object to further proceeding.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Objection having been heard, the bill will be placed on the calendar.
Supporting the Designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day"
Page S2480 · Official textMr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on the Judiciary be discharged from further consideration and the Senate now proceed to S. Res. 727.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The clerk will report the resolution by title.
The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows:
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A resolution (S. Res. 727) supporting the designation of May 29, 2026, as "Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day" to raise awareness around mental health in the agricultural industry and workforce and to continue to reduce stigma associated with mental illness.
There being no objection, the committee was discharged, and the Senate proceeded to consider the resolution.
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, and that the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
The resolution (S. Res. 727) was agreed to.
The preamble was agreed to. (The resolution, with its preamble, is printed in the Record of May 13, 2026, under "Submitted Resolutions.")
Honoring the Life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., Former Senator for the State of Michigan
Page S2480 · Official textHONORING THE LIFE OF THE HONORABLE DONALD W. RIEGLE, JR., FORMER SENATOR FOR THE STATE OF MICHIGAN
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to consideration of S. Res. 755, submitted earlier today.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
The clerk will report the resolution by title.
The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows:
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A resolution (S. Res. 755) honoring the life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator for the State of Michigan.
There being no objection, the Senate proceeded to consider the resolution.
I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, and that the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table with no intervening action or debate.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
The resolution (S. Res. 755) was agreed to.
The preamble was agreed to. (The resolution, with its preamble, is printed in today's Record under "Submitted Resolutions.")
Orders for Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Page S2480 · Official textMr. President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2; that following the prayer and pledge, the Journal of proceedings be approved to date, the morning hour be deemed expired, the time for the two leaders be reserved for their use later in the day, morning business be closed, and the Senate proceed to executive session to resume consideration of the Lane nomination; further, that at 11:15 a.m., the Senate execute the order in relation to the Lane nomination; that following the disposition of the cloture motion with respect to the Kuhlman nomination, the Senate recess for the weekly conference meetings until 2:15 p.m.; and that if cloture is invoked on the Kuhlman nomination, the Senate vote on confirmation of the nomination at 2:15 p.m.
The PRESIDING OFFICER
Without objection, it is so ordered.
Adjournment Until 10 A.m. Tomorrow
Page S2480 · Official textMr. President, if there is no further business to come before the Senate, I ask that it stand adjourned under the provisions of S. Res. 755.
There being no objection, as a further mark of respect to the late Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former Senator from Michigan, the Senate, at 6:27 p.m., adjourned until Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 10 a.m.
Nominations
Pages S2480–S2481 · Official textExecutive nominations received by the Senate:
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MARK ABREU, OF FLORIDA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF EL SALVADOR.
ALEXANDER ALDEN, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN.
CHRISTOPHER ANDERSON, OF WISCONSIN, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA.
CARL ANDERSON, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE INSPECTOR GENERAL, DEPARTMENT OF STATE, VICE CARDELL KENNETH RICHARDSON, SR.
GE BAI, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE AN ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, VICE RICHARD G. FRANK.
DONALD BLOME, OF ILLINOIS, TO BE AN ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF STATE (NEAR EASTERN AFFAIRS), VICE BARBARA A. LEAF, RESIGNED.
KATHERINE BOWLES, OF ALABAMA, TO BE AN ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF STATE (LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS), VICE NAZ DURAKOGLU, RESIGNED.
STANLEY BROWN, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF EQUATORIAL GUINEA.
JOSEPH BURKHALTER, OF GEORGIA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA.
MARK CRUZ, OF OREGON, TO BE DIRECTOR OF THE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE ROSELYN TSO, RESIGNED.
JOHNNY FIGUEROA, OF TENNESSEE, TO BE AMBASSADOR-AT-LARGE FOR GLOBAL HEALTH SECURITY AND DIPLOMACY. (NEW POSITION)
JOHNNY FIGUEROA, OF TENNESSEE, TO BE AMBASSADOR AT LARGE, COORDINATOR OF UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT ACTIVITIES TO COMBAT HIV/AIDS GLOBALLY.
WILLIAM GRAYSON, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA.
DOUGLAS HOLDER, OF FLORIDA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF BULGARIA.
JOHN HURLEY, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE REPRESENTATIVE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE ORGANIZATION FOR ECONOMIC COOPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT, WITH THE RANK OF AMBASSADOR.
RONALD JOHNSON, OF MASSACHUSETTS, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA.
DANIEL JOHNSON, OF PENNSYLVANIA, TO BE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE ERIC G. OLSHAN.
JENNIFER JOHNSON-CARROLL, OF FLORIDA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO.
PAUL KALMBACH, OF OHIO, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF PARAGUAY.
PHILIP LEWIS III, OF PENNSYLVANIA, TO BE UNITED STATES MARSHAL FOR THE MIDDLE DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE MARTIN J. PANE, TERM EXPIRED.
MARIA LOPEZ, OF FLORIDA, TO BE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF VETERANS' APPEALS FOR A TERM OF SIX YEARS, VICE JAIME AREIZAGA-SOTO, RESIGNED.
BRIEN LORENZE, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE A COMMISSIONER OF THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION FOR A TERM OF SEVEN YEARS FROM OCTOBER 27, 2024, VICE DOUGLAS DZIAK, RESIGNED.
PETER MCCOY, OF SOUTH CAROLINA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO MONTENEGRO.
NATHANIEL MORRIS, OF KENTUCKY, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF COLOMBIA.
CHRISTOPHER NASSAR, OF OKLAHOMA, TO BE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF OKLAHOMA FOR THE TERM OF FOUR YEARS, VICE R. TRENT SHORES, RESIGNED.
SAMUEL NEGATU, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, TO BE MEMBER OF THE UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION FOR A TERM EXPIRING JUNE 16, 2029, VICE F. SCOTT KIEFF, TERM EXPIRED.
KEITH NOREIKA, OF PENNSYLVANIA, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF LITHUANIA.
NICK OBERHEIDEN, OF TEXAS, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT.
Peter-Anthony Pappas, of New Jersey, to be a Member of the United States International Trade Commission for the remainder of the term expiring June 16, 2026, vice Randolph J. Stayin, Resigned.
Peter-Anthony Pappas, of New Jersey, to be a Member of the United States International Trade Commission for a term expiring June 16, 2035 . (Reappointment)
Daniel Perez, of Florida, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Federative Republic of Brazil.
Seth Reister, of Florida, to be United States Marshal for the Northern District of Florida for the term of four years, vice R. Don Ladner, Jr., term expired.
Peter Snyder, of Virginia, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Ecuador.
Laurence Socha, of Illinois, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of the Gambia.
Bartholomew Thanhauser, of New York, to be a Member of the United States International Trade Commission for a term expiring December 16, 2027, vice David S. Johanson, term expired.
Daniel Travis, of California, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Sierra Leone.
Robert Troester, of Oklahoma, to be United States Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma for the term of four years, vice Timothy J . Downing, resigned.
Steven Weinhoeft, of Illinois, to be United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois for the term of four years, vice Rachelle L. Crowe.
Henry Wooster, of Virginia, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Kenya.
Michael Young, of Utah, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Serbia.
The following named Army National Guard of the United States officer for appointment in the Reserve of the Army to the grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., sections 12203 and 12211:
Brig. Gen. Robert F. Paoletti The following named officers for appointment in the Reserve of the Army to the grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 12203:
Col. Tanya E. Simmons Col. Neil E. Thowe The following named officer for appointment in the Reserve of the Army to the grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 12203:
Col. Dane M. Sandersen
The following named officer for appointment in the United States Marine Corps to the grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624:
Col. Frank Diorio, Jr.
The following named officers for appointment in the United States Space Force to the grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624:
Col. Mark C. Bigley Col. Ryan P. Frazier Col. Jared A. Hoffman Col. Jason N. Schramm Col. Clifford V. Sulham Col. Phillip A. Verroco Col. Eric J. Zarybnisky
The following named officer for appointment in the United States Coast Guard to the grade indicated under title 14, U.S.C., section 2121(E):
Capt. Stanley P. Fields
THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
KELLY CRUZ PATRICIA M. LEE THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
DAMON W. BATESON II BRANDR W. BEEKMANELLNER RHYNE S. BENIGA ELIZABETH M. BENNETT NICHOLAS J. BOCCAGNA KENNETH J. BRITZ MARKLOUIE B. BUENAVENTURA WILLIAM D. CHRISTIAN ERIC W. CHRISTY MICHAEL F. ENGLAND IAN J. FLINT NICHOLAS J. GALL JORDAN T. GENTRY MATTHEW T. GIBSON JASON D. GRANCAGNOLO PAUL R. GUINN, JR. JAMIE M. HANSON JASON R. HARR GUY D. HENRY ANDREW S. JAHIER MARK D. KERBER SEAN M. KINLEY DAVID M. KOEPPEL ADAMANTIOS M. KOULOUMOUNDRAS JULIA S. LAFLEUR CONOR P. LATHAM RUBEN LOPEZ MATTHEW R. LOVITT ANN M. LUKEN CULLEN C. MATTHEWS STEPHANIE M. MICHAEL ALEXANDER J. OWRE ALAN C. PRESLEY JEROME F. ROLINGER, JR. JOHN R. ROWLEY TIMOTHY A. RUSTICO ERIK A. SAND MATTHEW I. SNODGRASS IAN E. STEPHENSON EDGARDO TORRES PAUL M. UNVERZAGT DUSTIN C. WALKER MICHAEL T. WALL TOBIAS J. WALTERS ROBERT E. ZUBECK II THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
JOSEPH R. COLLINS BENJAMIN G. COYLE GREGORY L. DESCOVICH STEVEN L. EVANS, JR. STEVEN GONZALEZ MERRELL D. GOPSILL TIMOTHY J. GRANT SEAN M. HARRINGTON KATHERINE A. HUTTER GEOFFREY N. JOHNSON BRIAN J. NAUGHTON PETER J. REMILLARD JEREMY B. REYNARD CHRIS L. SALOMON CHRISTOPHER J. STEVENS JOSHUA J. STOCKDALE ANDREW J. VALERIUS THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
BEAU E. BENNETT THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
AARON M. POLAND THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
MATTHEW S. GILL REBECCA B. HAGGARD LENAYA A. ROTKLEIN THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
JESSICA E. BRICK PHILLIP R. CASALEGNO DUANE A. CASE PETER H. CONNOR KRISTIN J. DRIDGE PETER A. FLYNT GREGGORY S. FRITH JONATHAN P. GIBBS JASON W. HICKS JOSHUA D. KORNBLUM RICHARD P. MARTUCCI ELSPETH H. MCMAHON COLLEEN MCRAE CHAD R. SCHOENE SHAUN D. SHIRAISHI JAMES P. SILCOX MICHELLE E. STARK MARISSA A. STRAWBRIDGE SHAWN P. STRAWBRIDGE CASSANDRA M. TANNER JOHN B. WARD THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
ROSS C. SICKLER THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
RENEE S. BAGGOTT THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
DAVID C. KOLBERG DANIEL C. PHELPS ERIC E. SEAGER THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
KENNETH L. BYERS, JR. KAYSIE L. DAGGETT COURTNEY L. TURNER JOHNATHON D. WAINWRIGHT JESSE L. WALSH THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
AARON A. ECONOMOU ROBBIE R. GOSINE JOHN R. HARRIS RAYMOND A. KENNING TIMOTHY R. MAYER MELVAN MORRIS RYAN R. REED CHRISTOPHER D. WOZNIAK THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
CHRISTOPHER M. NEBOSHYNSKY THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
PHILLIP J. ADDISON JOHN P. MORROW THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
DANIEL E. BURAS, JR. CAMERON M. CONGER WILLIAM C. CORLEY, JR. MICHAEL D. DOVILLA COURTNEY R. EDEN AUDRA J. FRANKS KATHLEEN T. KUHL LLOYD D. MCWHIRT TIMOTHY M. OKANE CHRISTOS J. PAPAVASILIOU PATRICK T. VLAMING LAUREN A. WARRENZECCHIN THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY RESERVE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203:
ROBERT J. DISPALDO SCOTT MALEY ERIC P. RUBENSTEIN DANIEL A. TAPHORN THERESA L. THAO THE FOLLOWING NAMED ENLISTED MEMBER FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE REGULAR NAVY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 531:
MEGAN M. FINE
Withdrawal
Pages S2481–S2482 · Official textExecutive Message transmitted by the President to the Senate on June 1, 2026 withdrawing from further Senate consideration the following nomination:
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Paul Ferguson, of West Virginia, to be United States Marshal for the Northern District of West Virginia for the term of four years, vice J. C. Raffety, term expired, which was sent to the Senate on January 13, 2026.