Statements and posts
21 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Lankford Leads Senate in Honoring 50 Years of the Hyde Amendment
Introduced resolution recognizing 50th anniversary of Hyde Amendment protecting unborn children.
“For 50 years, the Hyde Amendment has been an important protection for American taxpayers.”
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAI-read
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ICYMI: Lankford, Coons Resolution Honoring 50 Years of Prison Fellowship Passes Senate Unanimously
Senate unanimously passed bipartisan resolution honoring Prison Fellowship's 50-year anniversary.
“Prison Fellowship has spent 50 years helping people understand that a mistake does not have to be the end of their story.”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Lankford, Rosen Urge Meta to Take Action to Address Spread of Antisemitic Content Online
Sent bipartisan letter urging Meta to strengthen protections against antisemitic content spread by bots.
“As members of the US Senate committed to combating antisemitism in all of its forms, we write to express grave concerns regarding the persistent problem of inauthentic accounts and ‘bot farm’ operations abusing social media platforms to develop and spread antisemitic content on your platforms.”
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Lankford, Cruz Introduce Bill to Protect Students Pursuing Ministry From Losing Federal Student Aid
Introduced bill to protect students pursuing ministry from losing federal student aid based on earnings tests.
“A student who feels called to pastor a church or serve as a missionary should not lose access to student aid because Washington measures the value of that calling by a paycheck.”
EducationAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to help Hong Kong residents circumvent Chinese internet censorship.
“The Chinese Communist Party has spent years tightening its grip on Hong Kong, and now it is working to control what people can see, say, and share online.”
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Lankford, Coons, Britt, and Schatz Introduce Bipartisan AI Safety and Transparency Legislation
Introduced bipartisan legislation requiring AI companies to disclose data collection and safeguards to consumers.
“Trust has to be earned, and right now families are being asked to trust AI companies with very little information.”
AI Systems Transparency ActScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
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Announced passage of bipartisan resolution affirming religious freedom and AI transparency standards.
“Religious freedom is the first freedom in our Constitution. It protects the right of every person to have a faith, live their faith, change their faith, or have no faith at all.”
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Lankford Remembers Victims of Chinese Communist Party on 105th Anniversary
Introduced bipartisan resolution commemorating 105th anniversary of Chinese Communist Party and documenting its persecution record.
“For 105 years, the Chinese Communist Party has oppressed its own people, persecuted people of faith, and denied basic freedoms.”
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Lankford Leads Oklahoma Delegation in Push for Federal Disaster Assistance Following July 4 Storms
US Senator James Lankford (R-OK) led the Oklahoma congressional delegation in urging President Trump to approve Governor Kevin Stitt’s request for a major disaster declaration to help Oklahoma communities recover from severe storms, high…
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Lankford Marks 25th Anniversary of September 11th Attacks
“Twenty-five years later, we honor the lives lost and pray for the families that continue grieving.”
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US Senator James Lankford (R-OK) joined Federal Highway Administrator Sean McMaster, Oklahoma Secretary of Transportation and Executive Director of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation Tim Gatz, and state and local leaders in Marshall…
“After years of working with the Department of Transportation to obtain federal funding, I’m grateful to have secured the largest transportation grant in Oklahoma history for this project.”
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Lankford Resolution Designating September as National Child Awareness Month Passes Senate
A Senate resolution introduced by US Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), designating September as National Child Awareness Month (NCAM), recently passed the Senate unanimously.
“Every child has tremendous worth and potential, and for nearly two decades, the Senate has supported the charities, nonprofits, and outreach organizations that make their futures even brighter.”
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ICYMI: Common Cents Act Passes Senate by Unanimous Consent
US Senators James Lankford (R-OK), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Ron Wyden (D-OR) successfully advanced the bipartisan Common Cents Act through the Senate by unanimous consent before the Senate adjourned.
“It costs nearly four cents to make a penny that is worth one cent. That is not a good use of taxpayer dollars. The Common Cents Act is a bipartisan, commonsense solution that will save taxpayers millions of dollars while ensuring businesses have clear rules for cash transactions. I’m glad the Senate unanimously passed…”
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Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism Statement on 2025 FBI Hate Crimes Report
Today, US James Lankford (R-OK) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), co-founders and co-chairs of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, released the following statement in response to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI)…
“Year after year, we’ve seen alarming rates of antisemitic harassment and violence in this country. While the latest FBI Hate Crimes report shows a slight decrease in 2025 when compared to the previous year, anti-Jewish hate crimes continue to be higher than they were before the October 7, 2023 terrorist attack on…”
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Lankford, Colleagues’ Resolution Recognizing National Community Health Center Week Passes Senate
A Senate resolution introduced by US Senators James Lankford (R-OK), a member of the Senate Finance Committee and John Cornyn (R-TX), along with Senators John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Jim Justice (R-WV), Peter Welch (D-VT), Jeanne Shaheen…
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US Senators James Lankford (R-OK), a member of the Senate Intelligence Committee and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, introduced the Lebanon Sanctions, Stabilization, and Support Act,…
“For decades, Iran has used Hezbollah to destabilize Lebanon, Israel, and threaten Americans who live in the region, but President Trump has created a real opening for change by bringing Israel and Lebanon to the table for the first direct talks in 30 years.”
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Lankford, Lee Introduce the Ballots by Election Day Act to Restore Confidence in Federal Elections
US Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Mike Lee (R-UT) today introduced the Ballots by Election Day Act to require that all absentee and mail-in ballots in federal elections be received by the time polls close on Election Day.
“Americans should not have to wait days or weeks while states like California keep counting ballots. The SAVE Act, this bill, and every other effort to secure our elections are about the same thing: making sure the American people can trust the results. If your ballot is going to count, it needs to be in the hands of…”
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US Senator James Lankford (R-OK) today introduced the Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 (MCMA) to codify the purpose, role, duties, and professional qualifications of military chaplains and to protect chaplains from being forced…
“For our country’s 250-year history, military chaplains have walked alongside our service members through the hardest moments of their lives, offering prayer, counsel, and hope in isolated posts and combat zones alike.”
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Lankford Defends Age Verification Laws to Protect Children from Explicit Content
US Senator James Lankford (R-OK), Chair of the Senate Values Action Team, today sent a letter to Pornhub after the company’s July 28 letter urged state lawmakers to reject age verification laws that protect children from online explicit…
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US Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Patty Murray (D-WA) recently introduced new legislation to make Tribal governments eligible to apply for grants under the Defense Community Infrastructure Program (DCIP).
“Oklahoma is home to 39 Tribal Nations, and many of them live and work alongside the men and women who serve at our military installations. When a Tribe is doing work that benefits a military base or post, whether that is roads, utilities, or emergency response, the Tribe should have the same opportunity to apply for…”
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Lankford, Lee Introduce Bill to End Federal Funding for Harmful Gender Transition Research on Minors
US Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Mike Lee (R-UT) recently introduced the Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act to prohibit the use of federal funds for any research or publication promoting gender transitions for minors.
“God creates every child male or female in His perfect image.”