Patrick Leahy

Wall Street Reform Bill Becomes Law With Leahy Provisions Intact

On Wednesday, July 21, President Barack Obama signed into law an historic financial reform bill aimed at correcting Wall Street excesses that nearly set off a world economic collapse. Senator Leahy was a Senate conferee in the House-Senate negotiations on the final bill and the author of several key provisions to expand transparency and to counter financial fraud.

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Judiciary Committee Approves Kagan Nomination

On July 20, 2010, the Senate Judiciary Committe, led by Senator Leahy, approved the nomination of Solicitor General Elana Kagan to be an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court by a bipartisan vote of 13-6. Kagan testified before the Judiciary Committee for more than 17 hours over three days during the week of June 28. The full Senate is expected to consider the nomination before the scheduled August recess.

Click here to view Senator Leahy's statement on Elana Kagan's nomination. »

General Powell Records Postcard From Home Message To The Troops

On July 19, General Colin Powell sent a message to Vermonters in military service as part of the onging "Postcards From Home" YouTube video project launched in April by Senator Leahy. Leahy had invited General Powell to record a message directed to Vermonters serving overseas and the General visited Leahy's Washington office to do so.

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Leahy Opposes Murkowski Resolution on Greenhouse Gases

On June 10, Senator Leahy joined colleagues on the Senate floor for a debate on the resolution by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) that would prevent the EPA from regulating reductions in greenhouse gases. By supporting this resolution, Leahy says, we will "undermine America's ability to clean our air and our waters." By a vote of 47 to 53, the Resolution was defeated.

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Senator Leahy Supports Forests In Discussion of Climate Change

On May 19, 2010, Senator Leahy spoke at an event on Capitol Hill hosted by Avoided Deforestation Partners. The briefing aimed to raise awareness on the importance of tropical forests in the discussion of climate change. Pictured here, Senator Leahy speaks to a crowd as Jeffrey Horowitz, founder of Avoided Deforestation Partners, looks on. Dr. Jane Goodall also attended the event and met with Senator Leahy earlier in the day. Senator Leahy has worked over his time in the Senate to protect lands, both in the U.S. and across the globe.

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Senator Leahy Launches Vermont National Guard YouTube Project: Postcards From Home

Senator Leahy launched Postcards From Home, a video project dedicated to the 1300 Vermont National Guard troops who are currently serving in Afghanistan and Vermonters in the other military services stationed across the globe. Senator Leahy and his wife Marcelle created their own message, as did Major General Michael Dubie, the Adjutant General for the Vermont National Guard. Senator Leahy invites Vermonters to create their own video messages for the troops.

Click here to learn more about Postcards From Home. »

Featured Issues

Supreme Court

As Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Leahy will lead the Senate hearings on the nomination of Elena Kagan to be the next Associate Justice to the U.S. Supreme Court. You will find photos, video, and the latest information here.

Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill

This section provides resources related to April 20, 2010, explosion of the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico. You will find information on current legislation, current operations and actions Senator Leahy is taking to help mitigate the economic and environmental damage caused by the explosion.

Health Care Reform

Senator Leahy supports health insurance reform that will help all Americans access affordable health insurance that provides quality care. You will find information on the latest bills before Congress and answers to frequently asked questions.

Jobs & The Economy

Vermont is home to many innovative small business, as well as high technology companies, specialty food businesses, and other drivers of economic activity providing tens of thousands of jobs to Vermonters.

Agriculture, Nutrition and Dairy

Vermont's Farmers are a critical part of the state's economy, history and culture. Senator Leahy has been a long-time champion for Vermont agriculture, anti-hunger and environmental priorities.

What’s New

Vermont Air National Guard Chosen To Be First To Receive F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, July 29, 2010

Comment Of Senator Leahy On A Proposed Change By The Administration To The Electronic Communications Privacy Act, July 29, 2010

Leahy Introduces Bill To Increase Penalties For Food Safety Violations, July 29, 2010

Comment Of Senator Leahy On Final Passage Of The Fair Sentencing Act Of 2010, July 28, 2010

Statement Of Senator Leahy At Senate Judiciary Committee FBI Oversight Hearing, July 28, 2010

Comment of Senator Patrick Leahy On The Clean Energy Jobs And Oil Accountability Act, July 27, 2010

Leahy Urges Bipartisan Support For Debate, Vote On DISCLOSE Act, July 27, 2010

Leahy Introduces Bill To Protect Gun Owners In Bankruptcy, July 27, 2010

Comment Of Senator Leahy On Final Passage Of The SPEECH Act, July 27, 2010

Statement Of Senator Leahy On Protecting Victims Of Major Oil Spills, July 27, 2010

Comments Of Senator Patrick Leahy On The Obama Administration’s Decision To Resume Engagement With The Indonesian Special Forces, July 22, 2010

Vermont Department Of Corrections Commissioner Testifies Before Leahy-Chaired Panel, July 21, 2010

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