Statements and posts
28 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Assessed nor'easter coastal damage and called for additional federal funding for beach recovery.
“Delaware’s beaches are critical to our communities, our economy, and our way of life, and we need to make sure they have the resources they need to recover from this storm and prepare for the next one.”
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Led letter demanding DHS halt alleged efforts to control 2026 midterm elections.
“The 2026 midterm elections are already underway. Your unsubstantiated allegations of noncitizen voter fraud, public recitation of unreliable data, and unwarranted conditioning of continued grant funding for state election security measures on compliance with politically motivated requests for voter data appear to be…”
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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Celebrated Senate passage of bipartisan bill eliminating tax penalties on hostages.
“It’s ridiculous that one of the first things an American hostage or wrongful detainee receives from the government when they return home from captivity is a tax bill.”
TaxationAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan legislation to block foreign piracy sites from U.S. internet users.
“Pirating American movies, TV shows, art, and books by foreign websites steals tens of billions of dollars from the U.S. economy each year, costing our creative community hundreds of thousands of jobs.”
CommerceAI-read
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Senator Coons statement on Senate passage of the Protect College Sports Act
Praised Senate passage of the Protect College Sports Act as bipartisan success.
“No matter which school they attend or what sport they play, this bill will protect the education, health, and compensation rights of all 550,000 NCAA student-athletes. It keeps college sports from collapsing and leaves student-athletes better off than before. I want to thank my colleagues for taking up and passing this…”
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Introduced bipartisan bill requiring AI companies to disclose data collection and safety safeguards to FTC.
“AI is rapidly evolving in ways that are radically reshaping our society and transforming our world and how we interact with each other, and Americans are rightfully concerned about what AI companies and their government are doing to protect against worst case scenarios.”
AI Systems Transparency ActScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
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Introduced bill to impose sanctions on Israeli E1 settlement construction.
“For decades, American presidents from both parties have warned successive Israeli governments that construction in E1 threatened the viability of a Palestinian state and was unacceptable to the United States.”
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ICYMI: Senator Coons leads senior Democrats accusing Trump of failing to stand up to China
Criticized Trump for failing to restrict China's access to AI technology.
“China is accelerating its drive for AI dominance by exploiting weaknesses in the administration’s export controls to access advanced chips and manufacturing equipment.”
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Issued statement warning of China threat ahead of Trump-Xi state visit.
“We can’t let President Xi leave stronger than when he arrived. That is not diplomacy, it’s weakness.”
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Senator Coons statement on Senate vote to advance the Protect College Sports Act
Praised Senate passage of Protect College Sports Act with strong bipartisan support.
“I’m glad three-quarters of the Senate has recognized the urgency of this issue and moved our bill forward. I regret that primary elections in Delaware prevented me from casting my vote for the bill today, but I look forward to supporting it on the floor in the days to come. I urge my colleagues to keep up this strong,…”
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ICYMI: “Senator Coons urges Congress to act on AI risks” in Bloomberg interview
Urged Congress to establish guardrails against artificial intelligence risks.
AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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Criticized Trump's tariffs on Canada as harmful to regional economies.
“President Trump’s tariffs have already cost American families as much as $5,000 in some states, and his senseless trade war with Canada will only grow that number. While American families and businesses suffer from President Trump’s trade wars, partners around the world, including Canada, are increasingly looking to…”
Trump Canada TariffsTariffsAI-read
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Called for independent investigation of extended aircraft carrier deployments and quality of life issues.
“We are writing to express our deep concern regarding the recent extended deployments of the USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln, and the USS Benfold’s recent undisclosed power loss, and what it means for our sailors, Marines, and their families, as well as for the Navy’s overall military readiness.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Senator Coons sponsors Billionaires Income Tax Act to address tax fairness, reduce nation’s deficits
Cosponsored Billionaires Income Tax Act to raise $500 billion over 10 years.
“Our national debt is a crisis that we cannot afford to leave to our children, and the problem is driven in large part by the fact that too many Americans aren’t paying their fair share. Right now, some of the wealthiest Americans can defer taxes on enormous gains indefinitely, while middle-class Delawareans see taxes…”
TaxationAI-read
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Bipartisan bill updating federal diversity jurisdiction threshold passed Senate.
“Federal courts and judges are already stretched too thin without having to handle low-dollar civil suits that Congress has long intended should be argued in front of state courts.”
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Celebrated Senate passage of bill extending National EMS Memorial authorization through 2032.
“Every day, emergency medical technicians are the first line of support when lives in their communities are at risk, sometimes throwing themselves into dangerous and deadly situations to begin treatment.”
September 11 CommemorationAI-read
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ICYMI: Senator Coons highlights 4-H and FFA as a way to take onyouth loneliness in new op-ed
Published op-ed highlighting 4-H and FFA programs addressing youth loneliness.
“Young people crave the same two things people always have: community and purpose.”
EducationAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen NIH mentorship standards for biomedical researchers.
“The next generation of scientists will contain the next generation of disease outbreaks and cure the next generation of illnesses, but first those scientists must be properly prepared for their careers.”
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Introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen electric grid resilience against quantum computing cybersecurity threats.
“Quantum computing has the potential to create new economic opportunities, but it also presents tremendous cybersecurity risks. We need to make sure essential infrastructure like our electrical grid is secured against this coming wave of quantum cyber threats.”
CybersecurityAI-read
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Senators Coons, Rounds introduce bill to preserve records for at-risk Afghan allies
Introduced bipartisan bill to preserve service records of Afghan allies.
“We owe an enormous debt to the Afghans who supported U.S. forces during their 20-year mission in Afghanistan.”
Afghan Refugee PolicyAI-read
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Senators Coons, Schatz, colleagues introduce bill to restore press freedom at the Pentagon
Introduced bill to restore press access at the Department of Defense.
“The First Amendment and a free press aren’t sidelined during a time of war, they become more important than ever. Under Secretary Hegseth, the Pentagon has hidden from the American people and their representatives in the press, denying the public critical information about the war in Iran and our own security here at…”
Trump Press BanPress FreedomAI-read
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Introduced bill creating federal charges for criminals who intentionally target law enforcement officers.
“No law enforcement officer should have to fear for their lives just because they put on their badge before they go to work each day. Yet too many officers have been killed in targeted attacks designed specifically to take the lives of law enforcement, leaving a gaping tear in the hearts of spouses, parents, children,…”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to grant Temporary Protected Status to eligible Afghan nationals in U.S.
“We owe an enormous debt to the Afghans who supported U.S. forces during their 20-year mission in Afghanistan.”
Afghan Special Immigrant Visa ProgramAfghan Refugee PolicyAI-read
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Senators Coons, Murkowski celebrate Senate passage of ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act
Celebrated Senate passage of bill reauthorizing programs for ALS treatment access and research.
“This is a step in the right direction to help people living with ALS and their families.”
HealthAI-read
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Celebrated Senate passage of bill extending bankruptcy financial tools to small businesses and families.
“Americans going through one of the most difficult seasons of their lives shouldn’t then be faced with bureaucratic hurdles and outdated rules as they try to restore their financial well-being.”
Government SpendingAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to reauthorize Economic Development Administration's startup support program.
“Delaware is a state built on innovation. We know what it takes to turn a good idea into a thriving business: support, investment, and expertise.”
CommerceAI-read
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Introduced bill to remove asset limits blocking low-income families from public assistance programs.
“Asset limits on public assistance programs prevent working families from saving for the future or accessing the benefits they rightfully deserve. A savings account or a car are not assets, they’re necessities in every home.”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Senators Coons, Whitehouse introduce carbon dioxide removal bill
Introduced bill to invest in carbon dioxide removal technologies to address climate change.
“Investing in cutting-edge technology like carbon capture is key to growing our economy and protecting our nation and planet from climate change.”
Environmental ProtectionAI-read