Senator Collins' 10,000Th Vote

Floor Speech

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Mr. BARRASSO. Mr. President, on a separate note, in January of 1997, a determined daughter of northern Maine cast her first vote in the U.S. Senate. It was a humble start, and it has grown into one of the most remarkable records in Senate history--an unbroken streak of conservative votes that continues to this very day.

For nearly 30 years, nothing--and I mean nothing--has stopped Senator Susan Collins from coming to this floor and casting her vote on behalf of the good people of Maine. Senator Collins now stands on the threshold of a significant milestone: 10,000 consecutive votes in the U.S. Senate. She hasn't missed a single vote in her entire Senate career--not one. This is a remarkable accomplishment.

Of course, if you ask Susan, she will tell you that it wasn't about chasing a record; it was about reflecting the values of Maine.

Susan votes with confidence, with courage, and with conviction. This is her commitment to her constituents. She works as hard for them as they do for their families. Her dedication is incredible.

As the Senate majority whip, it is my job to count the votes. No matter the topic, I can count on this: Susan will be here. She will vote with intelligence and integrity, and she will be doing it for the people of Maine.

Congratulations to Susan Collins on this historic achievement.

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