What Angela D. Alsobrooks said, and what was done

“Mr. President, I would like to honor the life and legacy of Richard Calvin Montgomery, an accomplished filmmaker, music industry executive, storyteller, and devoted community servant whose creativity, generosity, and commitment to uplifting others left an enduring mark on Prince George's County and beyond.”

“Mr. President, reserving the right to object. Let's be clear. This bill would roll back the clock by 25 years. It limits access to a safe and effective medication that has been approved by the FDA since 2000.”

“As I just said, on the very anniversary of the Dobbs ruling, Senate Republicans are looking to continue to restrict access to care. In stark contrast, Senate Democrats are working to expand access to healthcare for women.”

“Mr. President, I filed a joint resolution of disapproval to restore the CFPB's existing rule against charging consumers a convenience fee to pay their bills a certain way.”

“Madam President, so many of my constituents in Maryland are worried--worried about making ends meet when the cost of utilities, goods, and services are at a record high because of this administration's reckless policies.”

“Madam President, pursuant to section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, I move to waive the point of order, and I ask for the yeas and nays.”

“Mr. President, I am honored to celebrate the life and legacy of Cynthia M. Ferguson, a distinguished public servant, accomplished attorney, dedicated advocate for environmental justice, and fellow Marylander, who unfortunately passed away on March 12 at the age of 58.”

“Mr. President, I stand here in opposition to H.J. Res. 142. DC passed a law last summer decoupling from certain tax provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.”

“Mr. President, Mr. Smallwood was once asked about the enduring impact of gospel music, and he said, ``It's something about the spirit of gospel music that unifies.'' Countless souls have been blessed by his decision to use his gifts in this way.”

“Mr. President, I thank Senator Welch and Senator Marshall and my colleagues who are here today and all the members of the Senate Agriculture Committee for their bipartisan work on this legislation.”

“Mr. President, the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew has championed religious freedom for the Orthodox Christian community. His All Holiness is the spiritual leader and the Primus inter Pares of Orthodox Christianity and is the longest serving Archbishop of Constantinople in history.”

“Mr. President, thank you, first of all, to my colleague Senator Chris Van Hollen for yielding, and I also want to thank the senior Senator from Maryland for his work on this legislation, the True Shutdown Fairness Act.”

“Mr. President, I strongly oppose this cruel bill, which will unduly harm Marylanders and people across our country. The Congressional Budget Office has found that this bill would kick a million more people off of their healthcare coverage compared to the House bill.”

“Mr. President, I want to know if my colleagues on the other side of the aisle believe that there are some Americans who are so wealthy that perhaps they don't need a tax break so we can save healthcare and food for our most vulnerable constituents.”

“Mr. President, I supported passage of S. 1582, the GENIUS Act, because it creates new Federal regulations and consumer protections for payment stablecoins. Specifically, the bill was amended to explicitly and clearly preserve State consumer protection laws in the negotiated rule of construction in section 7(f)(4).”

“Mr. President, I stand today, and I am shaking. I am so angry. I am so enraged with the treatment that I witnessed today of my colleague Senator Padilla.”

“Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Secretary of Health and Human Services, is presenting a clear and present danger to the health and well-being of the American people. He oversees 13 Agencies that are critical to U.S. health policy and the health of our Nation.”

“Mr. President, I would like to use my time tonight to talk, as well, about the first 100 days under this administration's leadership. You have heard my colleague already speak, and I concur with his remarks.”

“For months, the President has engaged in a callous witch hunt against Federal workers, many of whom are Marylanders. Now this administration has begun attacking the very unions that represent the civil servants.”

“Mr. President, I stand before you all today to seek unanimous consent for S. 959, the Tariff Transparency Act, my bill that will demand a nonpartisan study on this administration's tariffs and how they will impact everyday Americans.”

“I, first of all, want to thank you so much again, Senator Booker, on your spiritual obedience. And I think it is necessary for me to say as well today to you, on behalf of so many of us who are watching right now, how extraordinarily proud we are of you.”

“I think many of us recognize that is exactly why we are seeing all of the attacks we have seen on this system, because we recognize that education allows us to change the world.”

“First, I would like to commend my colleague. I want to thank you first of all for your spiritual obedience. I want to thank you so much as well for your commitment and your dedication.”

“Mr. President, the State of Maryland has lost a giant. Okeysha ``Keysha'' Yashica Brooks-Coley, a Baltimore native, made significant contributions to our State and our Nation. Attending high school in Severn, she earned a bachelor's degree in sociology and political science from Towson University and a master's in political management from George Washington University.”

“Mr. President, at 1:28 a.m. on March 26, 2024--a year ago tonight--a tragedy struck Maryland. A container ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge. While many were asleep, the Key Bridge collapsed into the icy waters.”

“Works' Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee to ensure that the funding is implemented as intended. Thanks to the leadership of Senator Cardin, Senator Van Hollen, and our entire Maryland delegation, the Baltimore BRIDGE Relief Act was included in last year's continuing resolution and ensured Congress is now committed to covering the full cost of replacing the bridge.”

“Madam President, I, too, want to thank Senators Collins, Van Hollen, Warner, and Kaine. I am glad we can work together in this bipartisan way to ensure fairness for the residents of Washington, DC.”

“Mr. President, on rollcall vote No. 114, I was recorded as a ``yes.'' It was my intention to vote no. Therefore, I ask unanimous consent that I be permitted to change my vote since it will not affect the outcome.”

“Mr. President, I would like to use my time to highlight the attacks currently being thrown at our Federal workers and the unconscionable firings that are taking place.”

“Mr. President, 2 weeks ago, I had the opportunity to question Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the President's nominee to serve as the Secretary of Health and Human Services.”

“At a time when Americans are struggling under the weight of inflation--scraping to pay for food, gas, and housing--we cannot strip away or cut their health coverage. That is a cruel move that will certainly bankrupt many individuals and families.”

“Mr. President, while this may not be my maiden floor speech, I think it of vital importance that Marylanders hear from their elected leaders in this moment of chaos.”

“Proverbs 25:28: He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls. Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.”