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Senate

Tribute to Chief Master Sergeant Megan W. Parrott

2026-07-21

“I want to say good job to this Air Force person. She worked for the government for a long time. She did many important jobs. She worked with me for a while. She did a good job then too. I want you to be proud of her. Thank you for your service.”

Official Congressional Record

Mr. President, I rise today to recognize and congratulate CMSgt Megan W. Parrott on her retirement from the U.S. Air Force after more than 27 years of distinguished service in uniform to our Nation. Throughout her accomplished career, Chief Master Sergeant Parrott has exemplified the professionalism, leadership, and commitment to excellence that define the very best of the U.S. Air Force. She currently serves as the strategic communications advisor to the Chief of the Air Force Reserve, where she oversees the development and coordination of strategic communications that advance the Reserve's priorities and strengthen engagement with Congress, community partners, and other key stakeholders. Chief Parrott began her military service in 1999 as an aircraft maintenance guidance and control technician on the KC-10A Extender. Following her transition to the Air Force Reserve, she held numerous leadership roles within the maintenance community before being selected to serve as the operations noncommissioned officer in charge for the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Her exceptional performance, sound judgment, and steadfast dedication earned her some of the Air Force Reserve's most significant leadership opportunities. I had the privilege of getting to know Megan when she served in my office as my Defense fellow in 2018. As the first enlisted legislative fellow selected from the Air Force Reserve, she brought invaluable insight and expertise to my staff, advising on defense, national security, and veterans' affairs policy. Those who had the opportunity to work with her appreciated the professionalism, integrity, and dedication to public service she demonstrated to benefit Arkansans and the military and veteran community across our Nation. Chief Parrott's career reflects an unwavering devotion to duty and a steadfast commitment to serving both the Air Force Reserve and our country. We are tremendously proud of her selfless service, exemplary leadership, and commitment to the men and women of our Armed Forces. On behalf of the U.S. Senate, the Senate Air Force Caucus, and a grateful nation, I extend my sincere appreciation to Chief Parrott and her family for their many years of sacrifice and dedication. I congratulate her on an extraordinary career and wish her continued success in the years ahead.

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Senate

Orders for Wednesday, July 15, 2026

2026-07-14

“I want to adjourn until Wednesday. We will start at 10 a.m. We have some routine business. Then we will vote on a nomination at 2 p.m.”

Official Congressional Record

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that when the Senate completes its business today, it stand adjourned until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 15; 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 and resume consideration of the Kuntz nomination; further, that notwithstanding rule XXII, the cloture motion ripen at 12 noon on the Kuntz nomination; that if cloture is invoked, all postcloture time be expired at 2 p.m. and the Senate vote on confirmation of the nomination at that time; finally, that if the nomination is confirmed during Wednesday's session of the Senate, the motion to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table and the President be immediately notified of the Senate's actions.

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Senate

Congratulating the 2025-2026 Carolina Hurricanes for Winning the Stanley Cup

2026-07-14

“I don't want any debate. I want unanimous consent. I want this resolution to pass quickly. I don't want anyone to try to change it or debate it.”

Senate

Great Outdoors Month

2026-07-14

“I want this resolution to pass quickly without any debate or objections.”

Senate

Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act of 2025

2026-07-14

“I want the Senate to vote on this bill now.”

Senate

Executive Calendar

2026-07-14

“I want the Senate to confirm a list of military promotions and Coast Guard nominations quickly, without any more debate or motions. Then we should go back to our regular work.”

Official Congressional Record

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the consideration of the following nominations: Calendar No. 767, with the exception of RDML Matthew W. Lake; Calendar No. 768, with the exception of CAPT Andrew D. Meverden; and Calendar No. 769 through Calendar No. 773; and all the nominations on the Secretary's desk in the Coast Guard, with the exception of Jesse M. Millard (PN846); that the nominations be confirmed; that the motions to reconsider be considered made and laid upon the table with no intervening action or debate; that no further motions be in order to any of the nominations; that the President be immediately notified of the Senate's actions and the Senate then resume legislative session.

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