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Senate Floor: STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS
Topics
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Moderation
3 Speakers
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Speakers
Joe Biden Joe Biden said 64 sentences of a total of 127 sentences.
51%
Joe Biden said 1161 words of a total of 2389 words.
49%
Barbara Boxer Barbara Boxer said 46 sentences of a total of 127 sentences.
37%
Barbara Boxer said 845 words of a total of 2389 words.
36%
Debbie Stabenow Debbie Stabenow said 17 sentences of a total of 127 sentences.
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Debbie Stabenow said 383 words of a total of 2389 words.
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Full Transcript
Joe Biden
Mr. President, I rise today to introduce the "Reducing Crime and Terrorism at America's Seaports Act." This important legislation will update Federal law to address critical security issues at seaports in the United States and, in concert with recent efforts by my good friend Senator Hollings and others, will help keep America safe and secure.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.25
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.45199
VADER
0.827
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1471975818
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0239429704
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0111608053
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0031992578
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0008946323
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005303619
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000155385
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001165105
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
2.2406E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.467E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.3515E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
79.45
Magnitude:
55
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
39
Gunning-Fog Score
11
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.8
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
26
Joe Biden
Last October, I chaired a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Drugs on "Defending America's Transportation Infrastructure." At the hearing, we heard testimony from experts that confirmed what many of us have known and preached for years: this Nation's transportation infrastructure, our railways, our highways, our seaports, is especially vulnerable to terrorist threats and other nefarious activity. Our trains, trucks and sea vessels, and the systems that carry them, are ripe targets and, if compromised, could jeopardize American lives and devastate the American economy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.11111
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.20067
VADER
-0.956
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.396406604
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.2410604851
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0541216345
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0274240185
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0228766745
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000193697
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001791159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001509214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
8.41657E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.44634E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.8534E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
42.101
Magnitude:
87
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
18.9
Gunning-Fog Score
17.1
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
37
Joe Biden
The U.S. Government has known of this tremendous vulnerability but, until the tragic events of September 11, assessed the risk of an actual attack, at least with respect to seaports, as relatively low. Well, we all know how mistaken that assessment is now. While no one can predict with certainty where the next attack might be, most clear thinkers agree that there will be another attempt. The real question before us is will we cower in a web of fear and bureaucratic inaction, or will we focus on creative problem-solving, building partnerships, and collaboratively fighting the well-funded and well-organized network of criminals that seek to topple us. The choice, my friends, is clear.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.27273
Slightly Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.51083
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.05263
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.05263
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.10008
VADER
-0.89
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.022257927
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0067969333
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0057334531
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0048607897
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007592062
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003527676
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001283509
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
4.95689E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
2.26489E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
9.9339E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.2914E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
71.261
Magnitude:
113
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.1
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
59.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.9
Automated Readability Index
9.3
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
34
Sprache Difficult Word Count
42
Joe Biden
In the aftermath of September 11, Congress moved expeditiously to bridge the gaps in homeland security, passing landmark anti-terrorism legislation, strengthening security at airports, and providing additional funding for emergency law enforcement and domestic preparedness. Despite our early efforts, however, there is much that remains to be done. We have tackled the obvious and the easy. We must now move as swiftly to resolve the more difficult, but no less pressing, problems. And, as gateways to our largest cities and industries, the protection of U.S. seaports must be at the top of our priority list.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.038
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
0.0463574484
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0386505533
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.024497023
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0023734261
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0020270145
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0014935418
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.000550904
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003509552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.34021E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
4.9869E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.1112E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
72.764
Magnitude:
95
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
45.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
38
Sprache Difficult Word Count
40
Joe Biden
Failing to protect our Nation's ports will jeopardize American lives, as well as property. It threatens to undermine national security, especially where terrorists and other criminals illegally traffic weapons, munitions and critical technology. And it will significantly disrupt the free and steady flow of commerce.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.83321
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.45455
Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8873
VADER
-0.9
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.11623092
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0512492552
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0415300165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0042579275
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0008686794
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0002689687
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002177501
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.84797E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
3.14683E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.4221E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.8015E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
International Affairs
Score:
66.407
Magnitude:
45
Code:
19
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#19
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Defense
Score:
20.326
Magnitude:
45
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
20.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.5
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
25
Joe Biden
Let me say a word about the threat to commerce. Ports connect American consumers with global products, and U.S. farmers and manufacturers with overseas markets. The U.S. marine transportation system moves more than 2 billion tons of domestic and international freight and imports 3.3 billion tons of oil. By some estimates, the port industry generates more than 13 million jobs and $494 billion in personal income; it contributes nearly $743 billion to the Nation's gross domestic product, and $200 billion in Federal, State and local taxes. These extraordinary numbers underscore the critical role that seaports play in fueling economic growth. More importantly, they make the point, more forcefully than any number of speeches or platitudes, that port security will be a key element to building and sustaining a stable national economy.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.8473
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.36842
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.73089
VADER
0.395
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0237910281
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.00705852
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0051642357
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0045755834
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0033565826
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0010801159
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001857864
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
9.15422E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.5928E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.15798E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.037E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Foreign Trade
Score:
66.014
Magnitude:
127
Code:
18
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#18
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
49.6
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
53
Joe Biden
With that in mind, I introduce legislation today that would substantially improve the inadequate protections currently contained in the Federal code: first, the effectiveness of Federal, State and local efforts to secure ports is compromised in part by criminals' ability to evade detection by underreporting and misreporting the content of cargo, with little more than a slap on the wrist, if that. The existing statutes simply do not provide adequate sanctions to deter criminal or civil violations. As a consequence, vessel manifest information is often wrong or incomplete, and our ability to assess risks, make decisions about which containers to inspect more closely, or simply control the movement of cargo is made virtually impossible. This bill would substantially increase the penalties for non-compliance with these reporting requirements.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.02165
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.42857
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.88036
VADER
-0.846
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.2342357766
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0180698014
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0079770463
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0052176285
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0014917368
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009497666
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0002447387
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000192079
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001754208
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.85883E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.2933E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.935
Magnitude:
127
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
17.1
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
58
Sprache Difficult Word Count
59
Joe Biden
Second, we know that cargo is especially vulnerable to theft once it arrives at shore and is transported between facilities within a seaport. To deter such larceny, this bill would significantly increase penalties for theft of goods from Customs' custody.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.5
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.8473
VADER
0.035
Neutral
Moderation
Violence
1.8216408789
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.3558966331
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0774604094
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0243604169
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0184089746
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.002779482
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0005234976
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0003781684
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
8.68227E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
4.31452E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.02442E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
97.454
Magnitude:
40
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.5
Gunning-Fog Score
16
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.3
Sprache Readability Score
4.5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Joe Biden
Third, there currently exists no standard system for safeguarding cargo; no requirement that all containers be sealed; and no consistent guidance or protocol to direct action in the event that a container's seal is compromised. This legislation would require the U.S. Customs Service to develop a uniform system of securing or sealing at loading all containers originating in or destined for the U.S.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.63636
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.335
VADER
-0.296
Slightly Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.066352752
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0216642133
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0131703084
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0092093687
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0029119519
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0012628401
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0009163841
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0005201049
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001041502
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
6.26724E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.34086E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
94.026
Magnitude:
65
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
46.6
Gunning-Fog Score
13.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
8.9
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
4.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
27
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Joe Biden
Fourth, my friends at the Customs Service tell me that their ability to conduct "sting" operations to detect illicit arms trafficking is significantly curtailed by onerous pre-certification requirements. This bill would give Customs agents the flexibility they need to conduct these investigations where American lives and property are threatened.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.3979
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.11111
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.20067
VADER
0.586
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.099888863
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0575092214
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0338338868
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0060414961
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0050056868
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0034889377
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0021623984
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0004361165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002052003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001469782
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
3.58952E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
94.391
Magnitude:
49
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.4
Gunning-Fog Score
18.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
21
Sprache Difficult Word Count
23
Joe Biden
Fifth, the bill would impose strict criminal penalties for the use of a dangerous weapon or explosive with the intent to cause death or serious bodily injury at a seaport. Notably, such a provision already exists with respect to international airports and other mass transportation systems. If my bill is enacted, we would take the common-sense step of extending that same coverage to seaports.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-2.56495
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.07692
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.1431
VADER
-0.93
Very Negative
Moderation
Harassment
0.1476558042
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0827491865
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0105677776
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0025455696
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0006343341
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001838838
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.000126766
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.88636E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
5.7011E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.9304E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
1.1121E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
93.778
Magnitude:
64
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41.7
Gunning-Fog Score
17.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
24
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Joe Biden
Finally, while by all accounts the amount of crime at U.S. seaports is great, there exists no national data collection and reporting systems that capture the magnitude of serious crime at seaports. Indeed, the Interagency Commission on Crime and Security in U.S. Seaports concluded that it was unable to determine the full extent of serious crime at the nation's 361 seaports, primarily because there is no consolidated database. This legislation would help correct this dearth of reliable information by authorizing pilot programs at several seaports that would enable victims to report cargo theft and direct the Attorney General to create a database of these crimes, which would be available to appropriate Federal, State and local agencies.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.53846
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.40741
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.40741
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.83035
VADER
-0.875
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.0431610533
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0036135381
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.001805003
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0009295562
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0007781914
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003257071
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0001384737
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001192873
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.17661E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
2.661E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
2.1977E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Law and Crime
Score:
98.147
Magnitude:
117
Code:
12
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#12
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
38.4
Gunning-Fog Score
14.2
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
11.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
50
Sprache Difficult Word Count
48
Joe Biden
Let me be clear: my legislation is not a cure-all. Comprehensive and effective port security will require an interagency, intergovernmental strategy that works to prevent and deter criminal and terrorist activity, and, where those efforts fail, detect any wrongdoing before harm or destruction results. The Federal Government, with my support and oftentimes at my insistence, has established formal strategies and protocols to address drug trafficking, domestic and international crime, and airport security. But seaport security remains largely unaddressed. If we are to win this new war and truly secure the homeland, not just in word, but also in deed, we must focus the attention of both the public and private sectors on safeguarding America's seaports. We must do it now, and we must do it without sacrificing the country's economic health.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.6
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.22378
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.3913
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.3913
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.78846
VADER
0.308
Somewhat Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0381582096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0042572497
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0022157934
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0017603177
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0007551192
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0003766104
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0002432423
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001137132
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.78563E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
4.89202E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.73802E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Defense
Score:
79.586
Magnitude:
131
Code:
16
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#16
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
33.3
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
49
Sprache Difficult Word Count
55
Joe Biden
My friends, September 11 was our clarion call. How we respond to that call to action will be the real challenge of leadership, and citizenship, in the 21st century.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-1.09861
VADER
0.527
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0403738959
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0061621096
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.00192394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0011590386
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0005181197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000261851
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.71578E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
4.7956E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
3.47485E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
3.06033E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
1.0845E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Civil Rights
Score:
22.047
Magnitude:
28
Code:
2
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#2
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
7.2
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
69.6
Gunning-Fog Score
9.9
Coleman-Liau Index
10
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
6.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.6
Sprache Readability Score
3.2
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
9
Sprache Difficult Word Count
9
Barbara Boxer
Mr. President, history books written about California always comment on the natural beauty of the State because our natural treasures have always been one of the things that makes California unique. But that beauty must not be taken for granted. That is why I am introducing the California Wild Heritage Act of 2002, the first statewide wilderness bill for California since 1984.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
2.70805
VADER
0.947
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0035983048
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0012453967
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0004572398
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003636197
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0001333942
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
8.15103E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
8.06655E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
3.53245E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
1.90027E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.5513E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.3347E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Environment
Score:
89.245
Magnitude:
81
Code:
7
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#7
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
10.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
19
Barbara Boxer
This legislation will protect more than 2.5 million acres of public lands in 81 different areas, as well as the free-flowing portions of 22 rivers. Every acre of wild land is treasure. But the areas protected in this bill are some of California's most precious, including: the old growth redwood forest near the Trinity Alps in Trinity and Humboldt Counties; 35 miles of pristine coastline in the King Range in Humboldt and Mendocino Counties; the Nation's sixth highest waterfall, Feather Falls, in Butte County; the ancient Bristlecone Pines in the White Mountains in Inyo and Mono Counties; and the oak woodlands in the San Diego River area.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.5
Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.8473
VADER
0.937
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0571056851
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0392749149
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0041143165
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0034206452
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0022686518
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0014172834
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0012204705
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.000383349
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0001378791
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001269649
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
6.76926E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
93.841
Magnitude:
26
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
41
Gunning-Fog Score
17.4
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
32
Sprache Difficult Word Count
39
Barbara Boxer
The bill protects these treasures by designating these public lands as "wilderness" and by naming 22 rivers, including the Clavey in Tuolumne County, as "wild and scenic" rivers. These destinations mean no new logging, no new dams, no new construction, no new mining, no new drilling, and no motorized vehicles. Protection of the areas in this bill is necessary to ensure that these previous places will be there for future generations. Because much of our State's drinking water supply is made up of watersheds in our national forest, this bill also helps ensure California has safe, reliable supply of clean drinking water. This bill would also mean that the hundreds of plant and animal species that make their homes in these areas will continue to have a safe haven. Endangered and threatened species whose habitats will be protected by this bill include: the bald eagle; Sierra Nevada Red Fox, and Spring Run Chinook Salmon among others.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.6
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.29928
VADER
0.844
Very Positive
Moderation
Harassment
0.0427259394
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0198154739
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0157450078
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0125933031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0063739179
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0023717201
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.000674297
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001910368
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0001722513
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
9.92387E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.61253E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Social Welfare
Score:
87.026
Magnitude:
36
Code:
13
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#13
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.6
Gunning-Fog Score
15.3
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
46
Sprache Difficult Word Count
47
Barbara Boxer
In short, this bill preserves, prevents, and it protects. It preserves our most important lands, it prevents pollution, and it protects our most endangered wildlife. That is why so many supporters are throwing their weight behind this bill. Thousands of diverse organizations, businesses, and others see the importance of this legislation and have given it their support. Additionally, hundreds of local elected officials have voiced support for the protection of their local areas. Unfortunately, despite the tremendous support of this bill, it is not without opponents. They will say this bill is too large and goes too far. Yet this bill is similar in size to other statewide wilderness bills that have already passed Congress. The 1984 California Wilderness Act protected approximately 2 million acres and 83 miles of the Tuolume River. The most recent Wilderness bill, the California Desert Protection Act, protected approximately 6 million acres. And this must be taken in context. Only 13 percent of California is currently protected as wilderness. This bill would raise that amount to 15 percent.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-0.42857
Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-0.78846
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.30435
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.30435
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.60077
VADER
0.958
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence > Graphic
0.0953445968
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence
0.0749110477
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0057455058
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0027591312
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0015575028
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0008206631
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0003884767
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0002584844
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
7.29014E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
6.72027E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.21401E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
66.026
Magnitude:
41
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Topic:
Domestic Commerce
Score:
25.682
Magnitude:
41
Code:
15
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#15
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.4
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.5
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.4
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
46
Barbara Boxer
The question is, how much wilderness is enough? For every Californian, there is currently less than half an acre of wilderness set aside. I think this is too little. During the last 20 years, 675,000 acres of unprotected wilderness, approximately the size of Yosemite National Park, lost their wilderness character due to activities such as logging and mining. As our population increases, and California becomes home to almost 50 million people by the middle of the century, these development pressures are going to skyrocket. If we fail to act now, there simply will not be any wild lands or wild rivers left to protect.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
-0.14286
Leans Negative
Harvard-IV (Logit)
-0.25131
VADER
-0.791
Very Negative
Moderation
Violence
0.12313138
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0359092635
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0098562799
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0048242615
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.00047831
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0001774485
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0001085724
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
5.53422E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
3.73872E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
9.5314E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
1.368E-6
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
94.68
Magnitude:
31
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.3
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
52.1
Gunning-Fog Score
13.1
Coleman-Liau Index
11.9
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
9.5
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.3
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
23
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Barbara Boxer
We must reverse this. Many of the areas in this bill would have been protected by the Clinton administration's Roadless Rule, but this rule has been gutted by the Bush Administration, leaving these lands with no guarantee of protection. That just makes the need for this bill even greater. The other big question that has been raised is whether this bill will limit public access to these areas. I do not believe this will be the case. While wilderness designation means the wilderness areas are closed to mountain bikers, they remain open to a myriad of recreational activities, including: horseback riding, fishing, hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, cross country skiing, and canoeing. Mountain bikers and motorized vehicles have 100,000 miles of road and trails in California that are not touched in my bill. Furthermore, numerous economic studies suggest wilderness areas are a big draw that attract outdoor recreation visitors, and tourism dollars, to areas that have received this special designation.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.29412
Slightly Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.57054
VADER
0.799
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.0723240548
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.0350387127
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0170115862
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0027079424
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0025383189
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0004887781
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0004732713
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0003271875
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0002291059
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
0.0001133573
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
5.04037E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Health
Score:
86.214
Magnitude:
56
Code:
3
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#3
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
11.6
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.5
Gunning-Fog Score
14
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
6.1
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
52
Sprache Difficult Word Count
55
Barbara Boxer
Those of us who live in California have a very special responsibility to protect our natural heritage. Past generations have done it. They have left us with the wonderful and amazing gifts of Yosemite, Big Sur and Joshua Tree. These are places that Californians cannot imagine living without. Now it is our turn to protect this legacy for future generations, for our children's children, and their children. This bill is the place to start and the time to start is now.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.81818
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.953
Very Positive
Moderation
Violence
0.1920982031
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Violence > Graphic
0.1853693742
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment > Threatening
0.0339604827
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Harassment
0.0124820595
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm
0.0023295352
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate
0.0013022282
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual > Minors
0.0012023504
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Sexual
0.0006085289
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Hate > Threatening
0.0004524837
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Instructions
0.0002880182
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Self-Harm > Intent
9.29815E-5
OpenAI Moderation v1 (007)
Topics
Topic:
Government Operations
Score:
78.636
Magnitude:
38
Code:
20
Url:
https://fsc.al/cap-mc#20
Source:
Comparative Agendas
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
8.5
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
58.4
Gunning-Fog Score
9.8
Coleman-Liau Index
11.7
SMOG Index
11.7
Automated Readability Index
7.4
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.2
Sprache Readability Score
3.7
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
18
Sprache Difficult Word Count
17
Debbie Stabenow
I am pleased to rise today to introduce the Rx Flexibilty for States Act along with Senators Durbin, Leahy, Jeffords, Boxer, Levin, Dorgan, Schumer and Johnson.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.44
Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
37.3
Gunning-Fog Score
11.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
8.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Debbie Stabenow
This legislation would give States the flexibility to set up programs to pass along Medicaid rebates and discounts to their citizens who do not have prescription drug coverage and who are not currently eligible for Medicaid.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.60944
VADER
0.34
Somewhat Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
24.6
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.5
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
13
Sprache Difficult Word Count
15
Debbie Stabenow
One of the biggest challenges facing businesses, senior citizens, families and State governments is the rising cost of prescription drug prices. From 2000-2001, prescription drug prices rose 17 percent. This is causing health expenditures and health insurance premiums to go up rapidly.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.077
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
9.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
50.6
Gunning-Fog Score
16.9
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
10.7
Dale-Chall Readability Score
5.1
Sprache Readability Score
4.1
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
12
Sprache Difficult Word Count
21
Debbie Stabenow
In an attempt to respond to these skyrocketing prices, 30 States have enacted laws providing some type of prescription drug coverage to those without insurance, according to the National Governors' Association, NGA.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
23.7
Gunning-Fog Score
19
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
15
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Debbie Stabenow
However, the drug makers' trade association, PhRMA, has mounted legal challenges against several States because it opposes State efforts to lower prescription drug prices and increase coverage for those without it. Specifically, they have filed lawsuits against Maine and Vermont because the drug lobby does not want to extend Medicaid rebates and discounts to non-Medicaid recipients.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.60944
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.2
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.33647
VADER
0.028
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
29.5
Gunning-Fog Score
17
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
28
Sprache Difficult Word Count
29
Debbie Stabenow
While Maine's two programs have been upheld in Court, Vermont's has not and both States are embroiled in lengthy appeals processes. These legal challenges are very costly and may have deterred other States from establishing similar demonstration projects.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.94591
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.14286
Leans Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.25131
VADER
0.137
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
10.8
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
51.7
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
11.3
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
4.4
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
16
Sprache Difficult Word Count
18
Debbie Stabenow
In the absence of a Federal Medicare prescription drug benefit and soaring price of prescription drugs, States should have the unfettered ability to pass on Medicaid rebate to their residents! We need this legislation now, because even if Congress passes a Medicare prescription drug program, it will be several years before it is fully phased in.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0
VADER
0.68
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
36.4
Gunning-Fog Score
17.6
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.6
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
22
Sprache Difficult Word Count
20
Debbie Stabenow
The Rx Flexibility for States Act would seek to remove the legal hurdles that are preventing States from providing lower priced prescription drugs to all their citizens.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
-1
Very Negative
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
-1.09861
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.153
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
44.7
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
7.2
Sprache Readability Score
5
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
14
Debbie Stabenow
Specifically, States would be able to extend Medicaid rebates and discounts for prescription drugs to non-Medicaid eligible persons.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.09861
VADER
0.178
Leans Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
22.8
Gunning-Fog Score
11.8
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
9.3
Sprache Readability Score
3.8
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
10
Sprache Difficult Word Count
10
Debbie Stabenow
State governments are closer to the people and deserve the flexibility to set up their own programs to lower the costs of prescription drugs for their citizens.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
0.33333
Somewhat Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
0.51083
VADER
0.052
Neutral
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
12
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
47.8
Gunning-Fog Score
16.7
Coleman-Liau Index
12
SMOG Index
12
Automated Readability Index
12
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.8
Sprache Readability Score
4.9
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
6
Sprache Difficult Word Count
12
Debbie Stabenow
This bill will give them that flexibility. I ask unanimous consent that the text of this bill be printed in the Record.
Sentiment
Loughran McDonald (Relative)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Absolute)
0
Neutral
Loughran McDonald (Logit)
0
Harvard-IV (Relative)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Absolute)
1
Very Positive
Harvard-IV (Logit)
1.94591
VADER
0.511
Very Positive
Readability
Flesch-Kincaid Grade
5.9
Flesch-Kincaid Ease
72.6
Gunning-Fog Score
8
Coleman-Liau Index
9.9
SMOG Index
9
Automated Readability Index
4.6
Dale-Chall Readability Score
4.1
Sprache Readability Score
2.6
Dale-Chall Difficult Word Score
5
Sprache Difficult Word Count
7