Mr. President, I rise today with my colleague from Minnesota Senator Smith on a somber anniversary week for our State and for our country. One year ago, a horrific act of political violence took two Minnesotans from us who represented the best of our State, the best of us, Minnesota State Representative and our former Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman and her dear husband Mark Hortman. This is them with their kids, with Colin and Sophie who have been true to their memories since that date, grieving through the entire time, but always holding up their parents' memories.
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Amy Klobuchar
Senator · Minnesota · Democrat
Amy Klobuchar
Antitrust Enforcement · Housing Affordability · Drug Price Controls · Consumer Protection
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We will also be joined by the Senator from Nevada, Senator Cortez Masto, who has done the same. Senator Durbin, when your DREAM Act finally becomes law--and it will--it will be because of your enduring commitment for all of these years. Fourteen years ago, the Obama administration acted to protect Dreamers. Since 2012, the DACA action of the Obama administration has helped roughly 835,000 people have legal protection.
Mr. President, today we mark 40 years since C-SPAN began its coverage of the U.S. Senate, bringing the work of this body directly into people's living rooms. It doesn't seem very radical right now. We are all used to it. But back then, it was revolutionary. C-SPAN's commitment to providing a crucial connection between the U.S. Senate and the people we serve has remained strong ever since that day 40 years ago. That commitment can be seen in the incredible volume of coverage since June 2, 1986, when C-SPAN2 was born. And the presiding officer on that late spring day? Senator Chuck Grassley.
Biography
Amy Klobuchar began her career as a county prosecutor, earning a reputation for practical problem-solving and collaboration. Elected as U.S. Senator for Minnesota in 2006, she has prioritized antitrust reform, rural broadband expansion, and prescription drug affordability. Klobuchar authored major legislation to strengthen competition in the tech industry and has served as chair of the Senate Rules Committee, overseeing election security measures. She is known for her pragmatic approach and commitment to transparent, responsive service for Minnesotans.
Education
- J.D., with high honors, University of Chicago Law School, Chicago, IL1985
- B.A. in Political Science, magna cum laude, Yale University, New Haven, CT1982
Professional History
U.S. Senator
2007–PresentSenator from Minnesota. 4 terms.
Hennepin County Attorney
1998–2006Partner, Gray, Plant, Mooty, Mooty & Bennett
1993–98Prosecutor, City of Minneapolis
1988Attorney, Dorsey & Whitney
1985–93(partner, 1993)
Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics12%
Health9%
Commerce8%
Crime and Law Enforcement7%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Amy Klobuchar's record in Congress.
Antitrust Legislation
Led bipartisan efforts to strengthen antitrust laws, including introducing the Competition and Antitrust Law Enforcement Reform Act.
Opioid Crisis Response
Co-sponsored the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act to expand prevention and treatment for opioid addiction.
Election Security
Authored the Secure Elections Act to improve cybersecurity and protect U.S. election infrastructure.
Support for Farmers
Helped pass provisions in the 2018 Farm Bill to expand rural broadband and support Minnesota farmers.
Committee Assignments
View details →- Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and ForestryRanking Member
- Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Joint Committee of Congress on the Library
- Joint Economic Committee
- Senate Committee on the Judiciary
- Senate Committee on Rules and Administration
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