Statements and posts
54 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Met with Nevada health centers concerned about Medicaid cuts in Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill.
“They’ve made it much harder because they want people to just give up and not try to be part of the Medicaid system.”
One Big Beautiful Bill Medicaid CutsHealth Care CoverageAI-read
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Spoke at Tahoe Summit about lake restoration progress and introduced Douglas County Lands Bill.
Environmental ProtectionAI-read
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Senators Cortez Masto, Hirono, Colleagues Raise Alarms About Increased Naturalization Fees
Pressed Trump administration on proposed naturalization fee increases that would limit citizenship access.
“USCIS’s actions have repeatedly increased the burden of and difficulty in obtaining U.S. citizenship.”
ImmigrationAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to reauthorize cybersecurity grant program for rural utilities.
“I was proud to help establish this grant program in the bipartisan infrastructure law to help rural utilities protect themselves from cybersecurity threats.”
CybersecurityAI-read
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Cortez Masto Introduces Legislation to Better Connect Veterans with Benefits
Introduced bill requiring VA to share veteran contact info with state agencies.
“State agencies, like the Nevada Department of Veterans Services, stand ready to serve veterans and connect them to crucial state services. But these agencies can’t connect veterans with benefits in a timely manner without their contact information.”
Constituent ServicesAI-read
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Cortez Masto Demands State Department Report on Human Rights Abuses in Venezuela
Sent letter demanding State Department report on Venezuela human rights abuses.
“The Trump administration’s increased support of the same officials who contributed to the Venezuelan government’s lengthy and well-documented record of human rights abuses and violations is alarming, and we urge the State Department to re-commit to its long-standing practice of calling attention to human rights…”
International AffairsAI-read
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Cortez Masto Opposes Todd Blanche for Attorney General
Opposed Todd Blanche's confirmation as Attorney General as unfit for office.
“As a former federal prosecutor, I can say with certainty that Todd Blanche is unfit to lead the Department of Justice. From the beginning, he has made it clear that he is more interested in being the President’s personal lawyer than the nation’s top law enforcement official. In fact, Blanche was directly responsible…”
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Cortez Masto Introduces Legislation to Support Construction Worker Mental Health
Introduced bill to fund CDC study on construction worker suicide prevention.
“From our homes to our offices, our roads to our favorite coffee shops, construction workers are responsible for building America.”
HealthAI-read
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Cortez Masto, Grassley, Wyden, Crapo Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Health Care Fraud
Introduced bipartisan bill to crack down on health care fraud, saving $45 billion.
“Medicaid and Medicare are lifelines for families. To ensure they are working as intended, we have to crack down on bad actors taking advantage of Americans.”
Fraud EnforcementAI-read
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Cortez Masto, Britt Introduce Legislation to Bolster U.S. Space Force Readiness
Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen U.S. Space Force readiness against China.
“Space is a cutting-edge frontier we must take seriously. Communist China is expanding its military activities in space, and the United States cannot afford to fall behind.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Cortez Masto, Schiff, Blumenthal Fight Presidential Abuse of Pardon Powers
Introduced bill to ensure transparency and accountability in presidential pardon process.
“Time and time again, Donald Trump has proven he is only interested in using his power to benefit himself.”
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Introduced bill to overturn Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository law and explore alternative site uses.
“Nevadans have been clear from the beginning that our state cannot and will not house the nation’s nuclear waste.”
EnergyAI-read
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Introduced three bills to make electric vehicles and clean transportation more affordable for consumers.
“During the Trump Administration, Nevadans have been struggling with skyrocketing costs. Whether you’re driving to work, shopping for groceries, or traveling to visit family in another town, everyday life has become more expensive.”
Fuel PricesAI-read
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Cortez Masto, Rosen, Merkley: CFTC Must Rein in Wildfire Bets on Prediction Markets
Sent letter to CFTC demanding action on offshore prediction markets allowing bets on wildfires.
“Offering bets on destructive wildfires threatens to minimize communities’ suffering all so the rich and powerful can profit.”