Schatz Statement on Approval of Emergency Declaration

Praised Trump administration's approval of emergency declaration for Hurricane Lala recovery.

“We will continue working with Governor Green, county leaders, and the administration to make sure Hawai‘i gets the support it needs to recover.”

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Hawai‘i Congressional Delegation Urges Quick Approval Of Emergency Declaration Request Following Hurricane Lala

Urged swift approval of emergency declaration request following Hurricane Lala.

“With another storm approaching, it is especially important that these recovery efforts continue without delay. We urge swift approval of Governor Green’s request for an emergency declaration and the additional federal assistance it will provide.”

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Following Urging From Schatz, Transportation Department Approves Initial $6 Million In Emergency Federal Funds For Hurricane Lala Recovery

Announced $6 million in federal emergency funds for Hurricane Lala transportation infrastructure recovery.

“This will help Hawai?i move quickly from emergency response to recovery and get our communities back on their feet”

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Schatz, Transportation Secretary Duffy Discuss Federal Support for Hawai‘i’s Recovery from Tropical Storm Lala

Urged Transportation Secretary to approve federal funding for Hawaii's recovery from Tropical Storm Lala.

“I had a constructive conversation with Secretary Duffy, and he offered to help with Hawai‘i’s recovery from Tropical Storm Lala”

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Schatz Talks Story With Small Business Owners, Students, Law Enforcement Officers And Staff Across Maui

Met with Maui students, small business owners and law enforcement to discuss priorities and federal resources.

“I always appreciate the chance to hear directly from people across Maui about their priorities and concerns. Mahalo to everyone who joined us for productive conversations”

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Schatz Congratulates Pearl City Little League On Senior League World Series Win

Congratulated Pearl City Little League on winning 2026 Senior League World Series.

“Congratulations to Pearl City Little League on an incredible win! These young athletes represented Hawai?i with heart and determination. Hawai?i is proud of you. Congratulations, champions!”

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Schatz Leads Group Of 14 Senators In Introducing New Bill To Restore Press Freedom At Pentagon

Led 14 senators in introducing bill to restore press access at Department of Defense.

“At a time of war, transparency and independent, accurate reporting matter more than ever”

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Nomination of Kenneth Sorenson

Mr. President, I rise today in support of the nomination of Kenneth Sorenson to serve as U.S. Attorney for the District of Hawaii. Mr. Sorenson has devoted four decades to the Department of Justice, serving with distinction as an assistant U.S. attorney, first assistant U.S. attorney, criminal…

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Economy (Executive Calendar)

Mr. President, the price of everything is up, and that is on purpose. It is on purpose because Donald Trump made it so. We are not in the middle of a pandemic or a recession or a national emergency, but the President of the United States has decided that Americans should pay more for…

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Schatz: Trump, Republicans Are Raising Prices On Purpose

Criticized Trump and Republicans for deliberately raising prices on Americans through policy.

“The President of the United States has decided that Americans should pay more for everything. And so, while he's busy lining his pockets with crypto schemes and insider information subscription programs, regular people can't afford their lives.”

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Hawai‘i Congressional Delegation Urges President To Approve Hawai‘i’s Disaster Declaration

Urged President Trump to approve Hawaii's disaster declaration for earthquake recovery.

“We ask that you consider expediting all federal assistance possible to help the State recover from the impacts of a magnitude 6.0 earthquake that struck Hawai‘i Island on May 22, 2026, particularly the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Individual Assistance Program”

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Schatz, Colleagues Introduce Legislation To Provide Paid Family, Medical Leave For Federal Employees

Introduced bill to provide 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave for federal employees.

“Right now, our laws are forcing federal workers to make the impossible choice between caring for their families and keeping their jobs”

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Schatz Statement On Trump Administration Releasing $600 Million For Gavi To Provide Vaccines, Save Lives

Praised Trump administration for releasing $600 million in congressionally-provided vaccine funding to Gavi.

“While I’m glad the administration is finally following the law and taking the necessary steps to provide this funding, it must also release the billions of dollars in global health funding that it continues to withhold, wasting resources while people needlessly die and disease and hunger rapidly spread.”

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Schatz Condemns State Department’s Delays In Providing Global Health Funding

Criticized State Department for withholding global health funding appropriated by Congress.

“It shouldn't be this difficult to get the State Department to follow the law”

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Schatz Presses Secretary Hegseth On Failure To Achieve Trump’s Iran War Goals

Questioned Defense Secretary on failure to achieve Iran war objectives during budget hearing.

“I go back to the original five objectives. And none of them have been met. Some of them have changed, but none of them have been met”

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Schatz Statement On Death Of First Lieutenant Tyler James Feehan

Released statement mourning death of First Lieutenant Tyler James Feehan killed in action.

“We are heartbroken by the loss of 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan of ?Ewa Beach, who gave his life while serving our country. My thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and fellow soldiers as they grieve this unimaginable loss. May his memory be a blessing.”

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Following Schatz-Led Efforts To Boost Medicare Funding For Hawai‘i, HHS Increases State Medicare Reimbursements For Hospitals By Nearly $17 Million Every Year

Secured $17 million annual increase in Medicare reimbursements for Hawaii hospitals.

“This is a big win for Hawai‘i. With millions more in Medicare funding for Hawai‘i hospitals every year, seniors across the state will continue to have access to the health care services they need”

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Schatz Legislation To Deliver Faster Disaster Aid Becomes Law

Announced Reforming Disaster Recovery Act became law, establishing permanent HUD disaster funding process.

“Right now, each time a disaster happens, communities in crisis are forced to wait for Congress to pass a disaster funding bill before HUD can help. Our new law will now mean they no longer have to wait. As soon as a disaster strikes, HUD will be able to help communities begin the process of recovery”

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Schatz: $24 Million Heading To Hawai‘i To Replace Bridges On Hāna Highway

Announced $24 million in federal funding to rehabilitate bridges on Hāna Highway in East Maui.

“This funding will help modernize our aging infrastructure and help people in East Maui get to where they need to go”

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Schatz Statement On Illegal Sports Gambling Indictment

Announced plan to introduce legislation banning micro prop bets in professional sports.

“This indictment is the latest example of how the explosion of unregulated sports betting is undermining the integrity of professional sports. While these players are rightly being held accountable, DOJ enforcement alone is not enough to crack down on the rampant misconduct.”

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Schatz Condemns Disastrous Consequences Of Iran War

Criticized Trump's Iran war as reckless, illegal and counterproductive.

“Not only was this war reckless and illegal and unnecessary, but it also didn't get us anything. It's made a lot of things worse”

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Schatz, Curtis, Warner Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Provide More Transparency On AI-Generated Content

Introduced bipartisan bill requiring clear labels on AI-generated digital content.

“People deserve to know whether the videos, photos, and content they see and read online are real or not”

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Senate Passes Schatz’s Bipartisan Bill to Deliver Faster Relief to Disaster Survivors

Senate passed Schatz's bipartisan bill to accelerate disaster recovery funding through HUD.

“Right now, each time a disaster happens, communities in crisis are forced to wait for Congress to pass a disaster funding bill before HUD can help. Our provision changes the law so they no longer have to wait. As soon as a disaster strikes, HUD will be able to help communities begin the process of recovery”

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Schatz Celebrates Two Hawai‘i Chefs On National Competition Show Wins

Celebrated two Hawaii chefs' wins on national cooking competition shows.

“Both chefs displayed incredible skill and perseverance in their respective competitions and showcased what makes Hawai‘i’s food scene so special, with our unique blend of cultures and cuisines. We’re lucky to have Chefs Magbitang and Wong and so many outstanding chefs who make Hawai‘i, Hawai‘i.”

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Schatz: Donald Trump Is Distracted With Things That Have Nothing To Do With People’s Lives

Criticized Trump for spending on monuments and events while Americans struggle with rising costs.

“$600 million to build a ballroom at the White House. $100 million to build a triumphal arch. $250 million to renovate the Kennedy Center. And $60 million to host a UFC fight on the South Lawn of the White House.”

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