Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Cut Red Tape, Fast Track Transit Projects in Georgia

Introduced bipartisan bill to speed up transit project completion and reduce construction timelines.

“By delivering transit projects faster, we can continue to invest in a brighter, more connected future for all who call Georgia home”

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Warnock, Ossoff Announce Over $300 Million for Georgia Broadband Expansion

Announced $300 million in federal broadband funding for Georgia through BEAD Program.

“Our historic bipartisan infrastructure law continues to deliver for Georgia. This is a major next step toward ensuring every Georgia family and business has high-speed Internet”

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Warnock, Capito Lead Bipartisan Drive Safer Sunday Resolution Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday

Introduced bipartisan resolution urging Americans to drive safely during Thanksgiving holiday travel.

“We know safer streets require each of us to play our part, so I implore Georgians and all Americans to exercise caution amid the busy holiday season”

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Warnock, Luján, Merkley Lead Colleagues in Demanding Answers on Unlawful Head Start Funding Delays Worsened by Shutdown

Led colleagues demanding answers on unlawful Head Start funding delays worsened by shutdown.

“When funds are delayed, many Head Start programs must plan for a disruption in services by notifying staff and families of a possible closure. In extreme cases, Head Start programs have had to close due to funding delays and lack of communication by the Administration.”

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Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Exempt Trafficking Survivors’ Restitution from Federal Taxes

Introduced bipartisan bill to exempt human trafficking survivors' restitution from federal taxes.

“I am proud to join this legislation to ease the lifelong financial burdens that so many of these victims face”

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“It’s Past Time That We Had Serious Questions About Affordability”: Warnock Highlights Severe Price Increases Awaiting Georgians in Finance Committee Exchange

Questioned impact of expiring ACA tax credits on Georgia health insurance premiums.

“If we fail to act now, America’s two-tier health system will get even worse”

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Warnock, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Military Families During Required Relocations

Introduced bipartisan bill to provide military families relocation information and resources.

“This bipartisan legislation will equip Georgia military families with the information and resources needed to make their required relocations as seamless as possible”

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Warnock Defines America’s Spiritual Crisis at Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice

Delivered speech at Georgetown University defining America's spiritual and economic crisis.

“This is spiritual work. It is about restoring the covenant that we share with one another”

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LISTEN: Warnock Discusses Dual Role of Pastor in the Senate On NPR’s Humankind

Discussed role of faith and service in Senate work on NPR podcast.

“Ordinary people can change the world, can be a force in human history”

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Warnock, Marshall Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating First-Generation College Students

Introduced bipartisan resolution designating November 8 as National First-Generation College Celebration Day.

“As the first in my family to graduate from college, I understand the importance of a college degree for students, their family, and oftentimes, their entire community”

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Warnock Secures Federal Investments for Georgia Communities in Government Funding Legislation

Secured $396 million in federal funding for Georgia community projects and military infrastructure.

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Warnock Statement on Funding Bill “No” Vote

Voted against funding bill lacking health care premium relief for Georgians.

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“It’s Not About Them, and It’s Not About Me, It’s About the People We Represent:” Warnock Urges Colleagues to Come Together to End Shutdown

Urged Senate colleagues to compromise on government shutdown and restore ACA health care premium tax credits.

“We come to our sisters and our brothers on the other side and we extend the hand of compromise”

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Warnock Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Pay Air Traffic Controllers, TSA Agents During Government Shutdown

Cosponsored bipartisan bill to pay air traffic controllers and TSA agents during government shutdown.

“Georgia’s aviation workers keep our skies safe and communities connected. With the busy holiday travel season approaching, I am committed to ensuring these workers get the pay they are owed and ensuring Georgians can travel with peace of mind.”

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ICYMI: Warnock Highlights False Choice Between Health Care and Food Access During Government Shutdown

Visited grocery store to highlight Trump administration's attempt to block SNAP benefits during shutdown.

“They were dragged in this fight by this administration. I want you to think about this. They are literally pitting sick people against hungry people.”

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Warnock Highlights False Choice Between Health Care and Food Access During Government Shutdown

Visited grocery store to highlight Trump administration's attempt to block SNAP benefits during shutdown.

“I’ll tell you who was not in this [shutdown] fight. SNAP recipients… They were dragged into this fight by the administration, and so I want you to think about this.”

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ICYMI: Warnock Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Pay Aviation Workers During Government Shutdown

Cosponsored bipartisan bill to pay aviation workers during government shutdown.

“Georgia’s aviation workers keep our skies safe and communities connected. With the busy holiday travel season approaching, I am committed to ensuring these workers get the pay they are owed and ensuring Georgians can travel with peace of mind.”

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Warnock Demands Answers from Trump Administration on Hyundai Plant Immigration Raid

Demanded answers from Trump Administration on immigration raid at Hyundai battery plant construction site.

“The federal government has a duty to enforce its existing immigration laws, but we must do so in a manner that prioritizes public safety, protects civil rights, comports with due process, supports our economy, and strengthens our strategic relationships with key international allies”

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ICYMI: Warnock confronts USDA IG nominee on past record

Questioned USDA Inspector General nominee on characterization of federal food bank funding as slush fund.

“Mr. Walk, do you still stand by your categorization of the emergency food assistance program as a quote slush fund… Food banks in Georgia disagree with that characterization, I’ll tell you that.”

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Warnock Grills Trump Nom Who Called Food Bank Funding a “Slush Fund”

Questioned USDA Inspector General nominee about $500 million food bank funding cancellation.

“Mr. Walk, do you still stand by your categorization of the emergency food assistance program as a quote slush fund?”

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ICYMI: Warnock Votes to Pay Federal Workers Amid Shutdown

Voted to pay federal workers during shutdown; legislation failed 54-45.

“Washington Republicans have created a false choice between reopening the government and preventing premiums from doubling on average for 1.2 million Georgians. It’s not complicated, Congress can and must reopen the government, get paychecks out to all federal workers, and fund health care”

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Warnock Statement on Closure of GM GA Innovation Center

Criticized Trump tariffs and EV tax credit rollback for GM Innovation Center closure.

“Reckless Washington policies are hurting our state’s economy. The Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill and the President’s reckless tariffs are directly to blame for the termination of hundreds of Georgia jobs at the GM Innovation Center.”

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Warnock Highlights Health Care Increases, Impact on Georgia Small Businesses in Aging Committee Exchange

Questioned impact of health care premium increases on Georgia small businesses during Senate hearing.

“This gut punch for small businesses impacts the overall economy because small businesses are such a big part of our economy”

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Warnock Statement on “Yes” Vote to Pay Essential Federal Workers During Shutdown

Warnock voted to pay essential federal workers during the government shutdown.

“Essential workers shouldn’t be punished because Washington Republicans chose to shut down the government. This vote reflects my commitment to the people who work hard every day to keep us safe and keep our country moving.”

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Warnock Blasts Trump Administration’s Decision to Withhold Food Assistance for Vulnerable Kids, Families

Criticized Trump administration for withholding SNAP food assistance during shutdown.

“This is a choice Trump’s USDA is making. There’s no reason why those benefits could not be available to folks come November. But we are in a moment where we have craven politicians who are literally using people as pawns”

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