Statements and posts
28 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Introduced bills requiring federal data center environmental impact reporting and community involvement in development.
“The development of data centers is rapidly increasing across the country, and there is legitimate concern about how these projects could raise utility bills, harm our environment, or impact public health.”
Data Center Transparency and Community Empowerment ActsScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
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NEWS: Senators Blunt Rochester, Booker Lead Resolution Recognizing World Menopause Awareness Month
Introduced resolution recognizing October 2026 as World Menopause Awareness Month.
HealthAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill eliminating $35,000 lifetime cap on 529 education savings account rollovers to Roth IRAs.
“529 accounts can be incredibly useful in helping families prepare for higher education, but plans can change. A student may receive a scholarship, not use the full balance of their account, or simply choose a different path. Families should be able to preserve financial flexibility regardless of what their child’s…”
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Demanded DHS Secretary halt alleged efforts to control 2026 midterm elections and undermine voting.
“We write to warn you against continued activities at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that seek to undermine the Constitutional authority of both Congress and states to administer elections and defy the directions of federal courts. As Secretary of Homeland Security, you have promoted the President’s…”
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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STATEMENT: Senator Blunt Rochester Opposes the Protect College Sports Act
Opposed the Protect College Sports Act, citing concerns about athlete enforcement and labor rights.
“The adequacy of athlete protections has raised concerns for student-athletes, their families, civil rights organizations, labor organizations, and other athlete advocates, and should be fully considered as the legislation moves forward. I’m hopeful that Congress can come back together to find a solution that is fair…”
Protect College Sports ActSports and RecreationAI-read
Mentions S. 4668 · voted Nay Sep 28, 2026, roll 909
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Introduced bill to establish biometrology laboratory program for biotech research under NIST.
“America’s bioeconomy is critical to our economy, national security, and leadership in fields from health care to agriculture. The bipartisan SCALE Biology Act will strengthen the measurement science and technical standards needed to accelerate innovation and bring new biotechnology from the lab to the marketplace.…”
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ICYMI: Blunt Rochester, Ernst Bill to Strengthen U.S. Manufacturing Passes Senate
Celebrated Senate passage of bipartisan bill to boost domestic manufacturing of critical goods.
“Supply chains are critical to global competitiveness and our national security.”
CommerceAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill directing Labor Secretary to develop comprehensive federal talent strategy.
“For generations, the strength of the American workforce and our entrepreneurial spirit have helped our country thrive. As our economy evolves, we must be strategic. This bill would direct the Secretary of Labor to call together workforce development leaders to create a government-wide strategic plan on the future of…”
Labor and EmploymentAI-read
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Introduced legislation to protect Medicare beneficiaries from losing prescription drug coverage due to surprise premium payment failures.
“Missing a payment on a surprise monthly premium increase—which can be as little as one dollar—shouldn’t cost someone their access to medication. Yet for thousands of Medicare beneficiaries, it’s a risk they have to take to afford their health care.”
Prescription Drug PricingAI-read
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Questioned FDA commissioner nominee on vaccine schedule changes and microdosing proposals during Senate hearing.
“We hope that you will use science if you are confirmed, and we hope that you will stand up if the information is incorrect or wrong because lives are on the line.”
HealthAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to preserve affordable housing by providing loans for improvements to distressed units.
“Earlier this year, the first comprehensive housing legislation became law after more than three decades, but with a nationwide shortage of 4-7 million affordable housing units, it becomes more important than ever to preserve the affordable units that we do have.”
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NEWS: Senator Blunt Rochester Questions Experts on Increasing Public Trust in Nuclear Energy
Questioned experts on small modular reactors, nuclear waste storage, and public trust in nuclear energy.
“I think a key component is an independent organization like the one that’s been described. But another is to provide resources for independent technical oversight from those communities. A part of the consent-based system that we put together in the previous administration, and those that have succeeded in other…”
EnergyAI-read
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ICYMI: Senator Blunt Rochester Discusses Housing Affordability and AI at Politico’s Policy Outlook
Discussed housing affordability crisis and AI's impact on the nation at policy conference.
“Every single member on our committee has constituents who care about this issue, whether they’re young people trying to get their first home, or again, seniors. Every single one of us should have our fingerprints on this legislation.”
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ICYMI: Blunt Rochester, Curtis Call for AI Hearings, Regulation
Sent letter urging Senate committee to hold hearings on AI company capabilities and safety.
AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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Introduced bill to expand Medicare and Medicaid coverage for community health workers.
“Accessing the right care can feel impossible in our increasingly complex healthcare system, but community health workers help bridge the gap. From connecting people with the right providers to serving as trusted advisors, these community-based navigators drastically improve the quality of life for their neighbors.”
Health Care CoverageAI-read
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STATEMENT: Blunt Rochester Slams Trump Economy Amid First Interest Rate Hike in Three Years
Criticized Trump economy as Federal Reserve raised interest rates for first time in three years.
“While I’m glad Federal Reserve Chair Warsh has stayed true to his word to operate independently, today’s decision to raise interest rates underscores a painful reality: The Trump economy is failing Americans. Everyday essentials like gas and groceries are getting more expensive. Trump’s illegal war in Iran has pushed…”
Fuel PricesAI-read
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NEWS: Blunt Rochester, Curtis Call for AI Hearings, Regulation
Called for immediate congressional hearings on AI regulation and development safeguards.
“At the end of the day, technology must be wholly designed to improve our lives, further opportunities for rising generations, and let the human spirit prevail. With no clear partisan divide on this issue, there is an opportunity to prove that Congress is functional, cooperative, and that it can deliver on what is…”
AI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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ICYMI: Senator Blunt Rochester Joined State Leaders for Signing of Key Maternal Health Legislation
Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, joined Delaware state leaders last week to sign Senate Bill 301 (SB 301)— requiring in-state hospitals to create discharge…
“I was honored to stand by my partners in progress — Senator Marie Pinkney and Speaker Minor Brown— to celebrate the signing of Senate Bill 301. This legislation builds off our efforts in Congress to save lives by ending the maternal health crisis.”
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Let Me Be Blunt: It’s good to be home!
From a monumental housing celebration to seeing how federal investments are making big changes in the First State, we hit the ground running for the August State Work Period.
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ICYMI: Senator Blunt Rochester Celebrates Passage of Landmark Housing Legislation
Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, joined Delaware stakeholders to celebrate the passage of the 21st Century Road to Housing Act – the first comprehensive housing…
“As we address the shortage of 4-to-7 million housing units across the country, the passage of the 21st Century Road to Housing Act signifies a bipartisan commitment to making affordable housing a reality for all of us and revitalizing the ‘American Dream’.”
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Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) joined Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), top Democrat on the Primary Health and Retirement Security Subcommittee of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and other colleagues in…
“As with other efforts to erode federal civil rights oversight and enforcement, ED’s proposed rule is ‘like throwing away your umbrella in a rainstorm because you are not getting wet.’ While the rule claims to offer ‘flexibility’ in desegregation compliance efforts, the Administration’s actions reveal that its goal is…”
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STATEMENT: Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester to Oppose Todd Blanche’s Nomination for Attorney General
I have absolutely no confidence that he will respect the rule of law, remain impartial, or honorably serve the American people.
“I opposed his nomination as Deputy AG over a year ago, and I will do the same now. Nothing he said throughout the confirmation process gave me confidence that he would not weaponize the Department of Justice to serve the president. The American people deserve an Attorney General who values the rule of law above all…”
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STATEMENT: Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester Releases Statement on Russia Sanctions Vote
However, this bill seeks to solve one problem by worsening another.
“American families are suffering enough in this economy. With them in mind and without proper guardrails on the president’s tariff authority clearly enshrined in the bill, I voted no.”
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NEWS: Senator Blunt Rochester Questions Experts on Increasing Capital Access for American Families
U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, today participated in a hearing on increasing capital access for everyday Americans.
“Mr. Dumas, as these tools become more sophisticated, what role should Congress play in making sure they help families build wealth without exposing them to new risks?”
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ICYMI: Senator Blunt Rochester Presses Big Tech Companies on Recent Autonomous Hacking Incidents
Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, sent letters to Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, and Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, regarding recent…
“These incidents mark the first publicly confirmed instances of a frontier AI model autonomously launching unauthorized attacks on real people and companies, underscoring the urgent need for federal oversight of frontier AI systems.”
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NEWS: Senator Blunt Rochester Presses OpenAI and Anthropic on Recent Autonomous Hacking Incidents
Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, today sent letters to Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, regarding recent cybersecurity incidents…
“These incidents mark the first publicly confirmed instances of a frontier AI model autonomously launching unauthorized attacks on real people and companies, underscoring the urgent need for federal oversight of frontier AI systems.”
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U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, today participated in a spotlight hearing on the Trump administration’s attempts to dismantle the Department of…
“Can you compare OCR’s model to how the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division processes discrimination cases and say why that difference matters, and specifically why it matters for students with disabilities?”
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U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), today joined Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and her Senate Democratic colleagues in pressing the State Department to use its leverage to…
“We write with alarm regarding the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) impending siege of the city of El Obeid in Sudan, which threatens a repeat of the mass atrocities and bloodshed that occurred in El Fasher this past October. While we welcome the State Department’s expression of concern about the escalating situation in El…”