SENATORS MCCORMICK, FETTERMAN CELEBRATE NEARLY $3 BILLION U.S. STEEL INVESTMENT IN MON VALLEY

Celebrated U.S. Steel's $3 billion investment in new hot strip mill at Pennsylvania facility.

“This is exactly what Senator Fetterman and I fought for: real investment, good-paying jobs, and a strong future for American steelmaking in the Mon Valley”

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SENATOR MCCORMICK OUTLINES STRATEGY TO OUTCOMPETE CHINA IN A SPEECH ATTHE HUDSON INSTITUTE

Outlined strategy for U.S. to outcompete China through technology, industrial capacity, and allied strength.

“Two hundred and fifty years ago, our founders conceived a radical new nation, and it was dedicated to liberty and the creed that all men and women are created equal.”

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SENATOR MCCORMICK, ATTORNEY GENERAL BLANCHE HIGHLIGHT PROGRESS IN FIGHT AGAINST FENTANYL

Hosted roundtable with Attorney General Blanche on fentanyl trafficking and overdose prevention efforts.

“Every death lost to fentanyl is one too many, and communities across Northeastern Pennsylvania know the devastating toll this drug has taken”

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SENATOR MCCORMICK HOSTS PENNSYLVANIA RED TAPE DIALOGUES IN PHILADELPHIA

Hosted Pennsylvania Red Tape Dialogues to identify burdensome regulations and develop business solutions.

“Pennsylvania is home to some of the most innovative businesses and hardest-working people in America, but too often, unnecessary regulations and government bureaucracy stand in the way of their success”

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Recognizing Diversified Energy

Mr. President, I rise today to recognize Diversified Energy on the occasion of its 25th anniversary and to commend the company, its employees, and the communities it serves for a quarter century of responsible energy production. Founded in 2001 by its current chief executive officer Rusty Hutson,…

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Senator McCormick Celebrates Transformational $3 Billion Investment in Carnegie Mellon University

Celebrated $3 billion investment in Carnegie Mellon University from Citadel founder Ken Griffin.

“This extraordinary investment from my great friend Ken Griffin is a tremendous vote of confidence in CMU, in Pittsburgh, and in the innovation that will continue to define America’s future”

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TRIBUTE TO TIM NeCASTRO

Madam President, I rise today to honor Tim NeCastro on the occasion of his retirement as president and chief executive officer of Erie Insurance, effective December 31, 2026, capping a distinguished 30-year career with the company. An Erie native and graduate of Cathedral Preparatory School and…

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SENATORS MCCORMICK, GALLEGO, CORNYN, FETTERMAN INTRODUCE BILL TO KEEP CHINESE TRANSCEIVERS OUT OF U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY SYSTEMS

Introduced bipartisan bill to prevent Chinese optical transceivers in U.S. national security systems.

“We shouldn’t rely on China for technologies that are essential to our national security”

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Recognizing Visioncorps

Madam President, I rise today to honor VisionCorps of Lancaster, PA, as it celebrates its 100th anniversary of service to individuals who are blind or vision impaired. VisionCorps was founded in 1926 by a group of local businessmen committed to helping veterans blinded during the First World War,…

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Protect College Sports Act of 2026

Mr. President, 2 years ago, Baby KJ was born with a rare, often fatal genetic disorder, and today he is walking and talking. How? Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania--funded by the National Institutes of Health--saved his life with the world's first…

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Recognizing Allegheny County Airport

Madam President, I rise today to honor Allegheny County Airport, known to Pennsylvanians as AGC, as it celebrates 95 years of service to the National Airspace System, to southwestern Pennsylvania, and to our Nation. Ninety-five years ago, on September 11, 1931, Allegheny County Airport opened as…

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SENATOR MCCORMICK ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF AMERICA250 PENNSYLVANIA YOUTH ESSAY CONTEST

Announced winners of America250 Pennsylvania Youth Essay Contest for high school students.

“Pennsylvania was there at America’s founding and has been there at every turning point since. Brady and Ronit captured that in their essays — and in the process showed me that the Commonwealth is still producing the kind of people who will lead this country through its next 250 years. They inspire me.”

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SENATOR MCCORMICK RELEASES STATEMENT ON THE CLARITY ACT

Criticized Senate Democrats for blocking vote on CLARITY Act digital assets bill.

“Today, Senate Democrats blocked the vote to advance the CLARITY Act. I’m deeply disappointed at this outcome. For more than a year, Republicans and Democrats worked together in good faith to develop a clear, responsible regulatory framework for digital assets.”

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SENATORS MCCORMICK AND FETTERMAN PRESS HHS ON CANCELED HEALTH RESEARCH GRANTS

Sent letter to HHS secretary seeking answers on canceled health research grants.

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McCormick, Hickenlooper Announce Formation of Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus

Announced formation of bipartisan Senate caucus to promote American scientific research and innovation.

“America’s economic strength and national security have always been powered by our ability to innovate, and that begins with world-class scientific research”

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McCormick, Hickenlooper Announce Formation of Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus

Announced formation of bipartisan Senate caucus to promote American scientific research and innovation.

“America’s economic strength and national security have always been powered by our ability to innovate, and that begins with world-class scientific research”

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MCCORMICK, FETTERMAN CELEBRATE $96 MILLION RAIL VEHICLE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM INVESTMENT IN PRT, SEPTA

Announced $96 million in federal grants for Pittsburgh and Philadelphia transit rail vehicle replacement.

“This $96 million investment is a major win for Pennsylvania transit riders. It will help PRT and SEPTA replace aging vehicles with modern fleets that increase capacity, improve reliability, and deliver better service for the thousands of Pennsylvanians who rely on public transportation every day”

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CHOBANI’S $1.2 BILLION INVESTMENT IN LEHIGH VALLEY PLANT IS A VOTE OF CONFIDENCE IN PENNSYLVANIA WORKERS, FARMS, AND MANUFACTURING

Welcomed Chobani's $1.2 billion investment creating 900 jobs in Pennsylvania.

“When an innovative company like Chobani chooses to invest in Pennsylvania, it’s a vote of confidence in our workers, our farms, and our manufacturing strength”

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SENATORS MCCORMICK, HICKENLOOPER, HOEVEN, CURTIS, AND CORTEZ MASTO INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO STRENGTHEN CYBERSECURITY FOR RURAL AND MUNICIPAL UTILITIES

Introduced bipartisan legislation to reauthorize federal grant program strengthening cybersecurity for rural and municipal utilities.

“America’s electric grid is a critical piece of our national security, and every utility—regardless of size or location—must have the resources to defend against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats”

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SENATORS MCCORMICK AND COONS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO STRENGTHEN NIH MENTORSHIP AND SUPPORT NEXT GENERATION OF BIOMEDICAL RESEARCHERS

Introduced bipartisan legislation to formalize mentorship standards in NIH career development and research training programs.

“America’s leadership in biomedical research depends on developing the next generation of scientific talent”

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Recognizing the Summer 2026 Interns

Madam President, I rise today to recognize and commend the outstanding students who served as interns in my office during the summer of 2026. These talented young men and women dedicated their time, energy, and skills to serving the people of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania while gaining firsthand…

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Recognizing America250 Pennsylvania Youth Essay Contest

Mr. President, I rise today to recognize two outstanding young Pennsylvanians, Brady Sirochman and Ronit Luthra, whose essays were selected as the winners of my America250 Pennsylvania Youth Essay Contest. As our Nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, there is no more fitting…

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SENATORS MCCORMICK, KAINE, RICKETTS AND HASSAN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN CAMPUS LIFELINE ACT TO STRENGTHEN STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION

Introduced bipartisan bill to expand student mental health programs and suicide prevention on college campuses.

“No family should have to experience the heartbreak of losing a child, classmate, relative, or friend to suicide”

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SENATORS MCCORMICK, FETTERMAN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO STRENGTHEN ADDICTION TREATMENT WORKFORCE

Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen addiction treatment workforce in opioid crisis response.

“In Pennsylvania, we’ve seen firsthand the devastating toll fentanyl and opioids have taken on our families and communities”

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AGOA EXTENSION ACT--Motion to Proceed--Continued

Mr. President, Pennsylvania is wrestling country. The sport fits the character of our Commonwealth. From smalltown school gymnasiums to the biggest stage in college athletics, generations of Pennsylvanians have learned on the mat that nothing is given and everything is earned. Our proud tradition…

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