Statements and posts
33 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Senator Hassan Speaks at Youth Addiction Prevention Summit in Plymouth
Spoke at youth addiction prevention summit highlighting efforts to combat substance misuse.
“Thanks in part to the work of many of the people in this room, New Hampshire has made real, steady progress combatting fentanyl. Overdose deaths are down. Medication-assisted-treatment, the gold standard for treatment, is now much more readily available. And law enforcement officers continue to find new ways to stop…”
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Senator Hassan Highlights the Cost of Trump’s Vanity Projects During Speech on Senate Floor
Criticized Trump's $1.8 billion in vanity projects while household costs rose $4,200.
“Not only has the President failed to make good on his pledge to bring down costs, not only is it evident that he never even bothered to try, but it’s clear that on virtually every metric, it costs more to be an American than it did two years ago when this President was sworn in and the 119th Congress began.”
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Following Senator Hassan’s Push, President Trump Backs Down From Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads
Announced Trump backed down from taxpayer-funded political ads after Hassan's pressure.
“These campaign ads never should have run on the taxpayer’s dime to begin with. They were clearly wrong and clearly illegal, which is why the President should also immediately repay the taxpayers for the amount already spent on these ads.”
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On Senate Floor, Senator Hassan Pushes Resolution Slamming Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Political Ads
Introduced Senate resolution opposing Trump's taxpayer-funded political ads.
“On televisions across the country right now, people are being inundated with all kinds of political ads, but the ending of these ads is unlike any other. If someone's watching this ad, right at the end, at the bottom of the screen, you find out that this publicity stunt isn't paid for by President Trump or one of his…”
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Senators Hassan, Tuberville Introduce Legislation to Ban Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Food Packaging
Introduced bipartisan legislation to ban PFAS chemicals from food packaging and wrappers.
“I’ve heard firsthand about the devastating impact that PFAS exposure has had on many Granite Staters’ lives. These toxic chemicals have no place in or near our food.”
Banning Toxics from Plastic Bottles ActEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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Senator Hassan Recognized as the #1 Most Effective U.S. Senator
Recognized as the most effective U.S. Senator by the nonpartisan Political Grades project.
“My top priority in the Senate is getting results for the people of New Hampshire. I am committed to working across the aisle to build lasting solutions to the challenges our families and businesses face.”
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Senator Hassan Hosts Discussion on Helping Students with Disabilities Access College
Hosted discussion on bipartisan RISE Act to help students with disabilities access college.
“It was great to be at Southern New Hampshire University to hear from students about their experiences on campus, and the work of staff at colleges and universities across the Granite State to make sure that all students, regardless of any disabilities, have access to higher education.”
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SIGNED INTO LAW: Hassan-Backed Bill to Increase Transparency of Government Spending
Announced bipartisan bill signed into law increasing transparency of government spending.
“Americans deserve to know how their hard-earned tax dollars are being used. Right now, federal agencies are able to hide billions of dollars in spending from public view through agreements that are not subject to normal government spending disclosure requirements.”
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Senator Hassan Recognizes Shaun Sullivan of Hampton as September's Granite Stater of the Month
Recognized Shaun Sullivan of Hampton as September's Granite Stater of the Month.
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Received bipartisan public service award for work on disabilities, fentanyl, and veterans.
“Granite Staters have always prioritized solutions over partisanship. That’s why I am dedicated to working with anyone to get things done for New Hampshire, including expanding middle class opportunity, supporting small businesses, and keeping America safe, secure, and free.”
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Shaheen, Hassan Demand Answers from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on Cost of Iran War
Demanded Defense Secretary explain costs of ongoing Iran war.
“We write regarding the Department of Defense’s failure to provide the American people with basic information about the war with Iran and its cost to taxpayers, even as the human costs of this war rise. More than six months into a war that the President said would last six weeks, 18 American servicemembers have been…”
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Senators Hassan, Capito Introduce Resolution Recognizing National Concussion Awareness Day
Introduced resolution recognizing National Concussion Awareness Day.
“Recognizing the signs of a concussion early helps people get the treatment they need to prevent lasting neurological damage from these injuries. This resolution calls attention to National Concussion Awareness Day to help connect more Americans with resources to prevent, identify, and treat concussions.”
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Pressed ICE for accountability over failure to properly vet new recruits.
“New disclosures, reportedly from an ICE unit chief, underscore grave concerns that the agency has hired and deployed armed agents in communities across the country who lack the training and temperament to serve in law enforcement and who, in some cases, may pose serious danger to members of the public.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to streamline federal grant application process for addiction prevention and treatment organizations.
“Local leaders and advocates across New Hampshire are working every day to help Granite Staters enter and stay in recovery — and thanks to their work, we’re finally beginning to see a drop in overdose deaths in New Hampshire. We cannot let up in this fight, and that means making it easier for them to get the funding and…”
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Urged Postal Service to halt implementation of Trump's vote-by-mail restrictions ahead of 2026 midterms.
“We reiterate our call to halt your breakneck implementation of the President’s unlawful order and rescind the final rule on federal ballot mail, especially as states are finalizing their absentee ballots and are just weeks or days away from mailing them to voters.”
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Senator Hassan Statement on Clarity Act Vote
Supported Clarity Act but criticized its enforcement loophole on cryptocurrency restrictions.
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Senator Hassan Raises Alarm Bells Over ICE’s Neglect of Counter-Fentanyl Responsibilities
Requested information from ICE on diversion of counter-fentanyl resources.
“I write to request information on the diversion of ICE personnel and resources away from essential efforts to combat transnational criminal organizations and stop illegal fentanyl from reaching American communities… According to [the Inspector General report], Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), an ICE component…”
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Senator Hassan Statement on 25th Anniversary of September 11th, 2001 Terrorist Attack
Honored victims and first responders on the 25th anniversary of September 11.
“September 11th was one of the most terrible days in our country’s history, when 2,977 innocent people were taken from us in a terrorist attack rooted in evil. Every one of those victims had a world all their own. Every one of them was loved and needed.”
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Pressed HHS Secretary Kennedy on diverting public health funding to personal projects.
“On a bipartisan basis, Congress has provided your Department with targeted resources to fight outbreaks of disease... However, it appears that you are not using this Office or comparable Department resources to address ongoing public health crises.”
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Visited small businesses across New Hampshire to discuss tariffs, Iran war costs, housing, and education.
Iran War Cost AccountingTrump Canada TariffsMilitary ReadinessTariffsAI-read
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Advanced bipartisan bill to help businesses provide child care through tax incentives.
“Finding affordable child care is one of the biggest challenges facing working families, and it's also making it harder for businesses to hire and retain employees.”
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Hosted conversation about Trump administration's rollback of PFAS drinking water protections.
“The Trump Administration’s actions to roll back and weaken PFAS protections, as well as push back long-overdue clean up timelines at sites like Pease, threaten the progress that New Hampshire has made to keep our drinking water safe.”
Environmental ProtectionAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan Campus Lifeline Act to strengthen student mental health and suicide prevention.
“Young people in crisis need to know where to turn for help. This bipartisan bill would encourage colleges to put information about 988, the suicide and crisis hotline, on student IDs to increase awareness about this lifesaving resource. In addition, it would encourage colleges to develop plans for peer outreach about…”
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Mentions H.R. 8657
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Met with small business owners to discuss impact of Trump tariffs and Iran war on costs.
“Small businesses like Ragged Mountain Outdoor Equipment are the backbone of New Hampshire’s economy, but President Trump’s reckless tariffs and illegal war with Iran are hurting small businesses and raising prices for Granite Staters.”
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Senator Hassan Tours Construction of a New Child Care Center in Gorham
Toured new child care center in Gorham funded with $1.5 million in federal grants.
“The soaring cost and low availability of child care in New Hampshire is stretching family budgets and making it harder for our small businesses to recruit the workforce that they need. This situation is especially dire in the North Country, where recent child care center closures have left families with fewer options…”
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Senator Hassan Recognizes Renée Blacken of Bethlehem as August’s Granite Stater of the Month
Recognized Renée Blacken of Bethlehem as August's Granite Stater of the Month for Atlantic Ocean rowing achievement.
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Criticized Trump administration ban on federal funding for overdose prevention methods.
“Thanks to the tireless work of law enforcement leaders like Chief Suckling and recovery experts, overdose deaths have fallen drastically in New Hampshire over the last few years. Alexandria has not had an overdose since 2020. One of the ways in which Alexandria has been able to achieve this is by distributing overdose…”
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Highlighted how housing bill will lower costs by reducing regulations and restricting corporate home purchases.
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Requested DHS investigation details into Corey Lewandowski's alleged corruption and misuse of taxpayer funds.
“The allegations against Mr. Lewandowski, if true, indicate significant corruption, abuse of taxpayer funds, and flagrant conflicts of interest that require Congressional investigation based on a comprehensive record of his tenure at DHS.”
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Hassan, Cassidy Bill to Protect American's Private Health Data Passes Committee
Advanced bipartisan bill to expand health privacy protections for wearables and health apps.
“Americans are increasingly using smartwatches, health rings, and apps to take charge of their health, but our privacy laws haven’t kept up with these new technologies. People deserve to know who has access to their most personal health information and how it's being used and protected.”
Health Information Privacy Reform ActPrivacy and SurveillanceAI-read
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Criticized Trump's tariffs and Iran war for raising costs for New Hampshire families.
“For the vast majority of Americans of all ages and walks of life, of all political stripes, costs aren’t a partisan thing and it is simply clear: It costs more to be an American with Donald Trump as President.”
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RELEASE: Senate Unanimously Passes Hassan-Grassley Bill to Combat Counterfeit Imports
Senate unanimously passed Hassan-Grassley bill to detect and intercept counterfeit imports.
“Counterfeit products brought over our borders hurt American small businesses and can put people’s safety at risk.”
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PASSED THE SENATE: Hassan, Cramer Bipartisan Bill to Help Strengthen Northern Border Security
Passed bipartisan bill requiring updated Northern Border Threat Analysis and strategy.
“As threats at our Northern border continue to evolve, the federal government’s strategy must keep pace.”
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