Mr. Mcconnell mr. President . The presiding officer the Senate Majority leader. Mr. Mcconnell are we in a quorum call . The presiding officer we are. Mr. Mcconnell i ask consent that the quorum call be dispensed with. The presiding officer without objection. Mr. Mcconnell mr. President , senators have been working diligently this week, continuing our efforts to advance american priorities and responsibly Fund Important programs through the appropriations process. Weve made Good Progress so far. The Senate Already has passed one funding bill by a broad majority at a record early time. Another Appropriations Committee approved its own funding bill the other day and it is my hope well be able to move two more measures across the finish line very shortly. We continue work and cooperation, we can do just that. The two measures before us today are the result of hard work, negotiation and compromise. They are the product of strong leadership by senators collins and kirk, and they are the culm