Statements · since Aug 1, 2026
What Congress is saying
7,572 statements and posts from 497 members D 4,698 from 253R 2,874 from 244
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Reed, Cassidy Lead Bipartisan Colleagues in Designating September 2026 as “National Literacy Month”
Led bipartisan resolution to designate September 2026 as National Literacy Month.
“Reading unlocks opportunity, and education is a lifelong pursuit. By strengthening literacy for Americans and doing a better job of reaching learners of all ages where they are, we can help people reach their full potential and build a stronger society.”
Literacy AwarenessAI-read
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Instead of Focusing on Affordability, Trump Threatens to Sue Fed Chair Jay Powell
Criticized President Trump for threatening to sue Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell.
“President Trump should stop threatening Jay Powell and the Fed’s independence and start taking responsibility for his own actions.”
Federal Reserve IndependenceAI-read
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Criticized Trump's $810 million funding cancellation as unconstitutional after GAO ruling.
“GAO reaffirmed that Congress retains power of the purse and President Trump clearly lacks the authority to unilaterally withhold or cancel this appropriated funding. President Trump must cease and desist with his so-called pocket rescission scheme. The fact that more Republicans are unwilling to stand up to President…”
Government SpendingAI-read
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Risch Names Disciples Coffee as September Small Business of the Month
Named Disciples Coffee in Boise as Idaho Small Business of the Month for September.
“Started in 2023, Disciples Coffee set out with the mission to serve more than just coffee to the Treasure Valley.”
Small Business RecognitionAI-read
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Led bipartisan letter urging HUD to release delayed HOPWA housing grant funding.
“We write to express our grave concerns regarding the delayed Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program. For many organizations in our communities, this program is vital to ensuring individuals with HIV/AIDS have access to safe and stable housing. We urge…”
HOPWA Grant Funding DelayHousing For Persons With AIDSAI-read
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Criticized Trump administration for illegally canceling $800 million in federal funding.
“The President promised the American people when he was campaigning that he would lower costs, and instead he’s putting services that millions of people count on at risk, including in my home state of New Hampshire.”
Government Funding CutsAI-read
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Warner Statement on Ratepayer Protection Act
Criticized the Ratepayer Protection Act for lacking enforceable requirements to protect communities from data center costs.
“We have a chance to make a difference in the lives of American families and provide them some real relief. We cannot miss the mark on this one. Let’s work on putting some real requirements in place.”
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Warner Statement on Banning Members of Congress From Purchasing Individual Stocks
Opposed the Stop Insider Trading Act due to unrelated voting restrictions attached to the bill.
“I voted no because I will not support making it harder for eligible Americans to vote in order to pass an ethics reform that should stand on its own. I remain ready to work across the aisle to strengthen our ethics laws and crack down on congressional stock trading, without using that effort as a vehicle to rewrite our…”
Congressional Stock TradingAI-read
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Warner, Kaine Announce $4 Million to Support Veteran Suicide Prevention Efforts Across Virginia
Announced $4.1 million in federal grants to support veteran suicide prevention programs across Virginia.
“Veterans deserve to know that help is there when they need it. It is our responsibility as lawmakers to make sure that those who have sacrificed for our country are not left to suffer silently and have the support and resources that they’ve earned and are owed.”
Military Health CareAI-read
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Warner, Cassidy Bill to Improve IRS Customer Service Passes Senate
Applauded Senate passage of the Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act to improve IRS customer service.
“Provisions from my Improving IRS Customer Service Act will bring clarity and relief to taxpayers in Virginia and across the country.”
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Called for Defense Secretary Hegseth's resignation over USS Lincoln suicide attempts and military personnel cuts.
“This Is A Secretary Of Defense Who Does Not Know How To Lead Our Country Productively To Keep Americans Safer.”
Military Health CareAI-read
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Gillibrand Introduces Bill To Protect Americans’ Data From Big Tech And AI Companies
Introduced legislation to create independent federal agency protecting Americans' data from tech and AI companies.
“As AI continues to evolve, it is more important than ever that we take action to crack down on tech companies that misuse Americans’ data.”
Privacy and SurveillanceAI-read
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Led letter demanding DHS halt alleged efforts to control 2026 midterm elections.
“The 2026 midterm elections are already underway. Your unsubstantiated allegations of noncitizen voter fraud, public recitation of unreliable data, and unwarranted conditioning of continued grant funding for state election security measures on compliance with politically motivated requests for voter data appear to be…”
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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Celebrated Senate passage of bipartisan bill eliminating tax penalties on hostages.
“It’s ridiculous that one of the first things an American hostage or wrongful detainee receives from the government when they return home from captivity is a tax bill.”
TaxationAI-read
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NEWS: Baldwin Secures Return of Mental Health Help on 988 for LGBTQ Kids
Announced restoration of mental health services for LGBTQ youth on 988 crisis line.
“Suicide and mental health struggles touch every community across our state, and that’s why creating the 988 crisis lifeline to make sure help is there for everyone is one of my proudest accomplishments.”
HealthAI-read
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Voted against data center energy cost legislation, vowing to push stronger protections.
“This bill tries to sell the American people a bad bill of goods and take them for fools. This toothless legislation does not protect American families from increased energy costs and allows these huge AI data centers to pass on their energy bills to families and small businesses. Even worse, my colleagues are trying to…”
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Baldwin Statement on Sham Stock Trading Bill
Voted against congressional stock trading bill, citing insufficient restrictions on lawmakers.
“We are sent to Washington to do the people’s work and make their lives better, not to use our position of power to turn a profit. That’s why I have led by example – never trading a single stock since I have been in the Senate. I’ll continue fighting to root out corruption and stop politicians from enriching themselves…”
Stop Insider Trading Act VoteCongressional Stock TradingAI-read
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Introduced resolution recognizing September as National Voting Rights Month ahead of midterm elections.
“This month, we celebrate the fundamental right to vote, and the importance of free, fair, and secure elections.”
Voting AccessAI-read
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Introduced bill to impose sanctions on Israeli settlement construction in West Bank E1 area.
“Benjamin Netanyahu’s plans for construction in E1 are aimed to prevent the establishment of a Palestinian state, and would gravely threaten prospects for a settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.”
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Blackburn Sues Jack Smith for Unlawfully Seizing Phone Records
Filed lawsuit against former Special Counsel Jack Smith for unlawfully seizing phone records.
“Through his Arctic Frost witch hunt that targeted conservatives across America and even the President of the United States, Jack Smith perpetrated one of the worst abuses of government power in our nation’s history.”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to reform federal environmental review and energy permitting processes.
“For far too long, our broken and outdated federal environmental review and permitting processes have stood in the way of energy reliability, secure jobs, modern infrastructure, and economic growth. The bipartisan reforms we secured in this deal will transform our nation’s ability to power our economy and fuel future…”
Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs ActEnergy Project PermittingAI-read
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Honored New Orleans native Walker Beery's legacy during Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Month.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month DesignationCancer AwarenessAI-read
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Cassidy Legislation to Help Americans Better Plan for Retirement Advances Senate
Led passage of the Claiming Age Clarity Act to improve Social Security benefit information.
“Americans looking to retire are counting on the benefits they have earned. They ought to have the best financial information possible when the time comes.”
Retirement PlanningAI-read
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Cassidy Introduces Taxpayer Funded Compensation Accountability Act
Introduced bill capping federal appointee salaries at congressional member pay levels.
“If you’re paid by taxpayers, you shouldn’t make more than those who were elected by taxpayers.”
Government SpendingAI-read
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Senate Unanimously Approves Bipartisan Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act
Senate unanimously passed bipartisan bill to modernize IRS and strengthen taxpayer rights.
“Taxpayers deserve a tax system that is competent, responsive and works for them.”
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Criticized Senate Democrats for blocking bipartisan data center energy cost protection legislation.
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ICYMI: Grassley Joins “Washington Watch” to Recap Arctic Frost Oversight
Discussed Jack Smith's Arctic Frost investigation and revelations from Senate Judiciary Committee oversight hearing.
“There's no justification for what Smith did. Not only was he after Trump, but we found out through all the hundreds, or I should say, thousands of pages of documents that we received... that he was after the Republican Party.”
Arctic Frost OversightGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Heinrich voted against Ratepayer Protection Act, saying it lacks enforcement to make data centers pay.
“I’m pushing for legislation that will actually hold AI data centers accountable for their energy usage and lower electricity bills for Americans.”
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Heinrich and three colleagues introduced bipartisan bill reforming environmental review and permitting for energy projects.
“America is entering a new era of energy demand. We have an enormous opportunity to build big things again to meet this moment – to build more generation, expand our grid, create more jobs, lower energy costs, and make sure we have the energy we need to compete. It should not take decades to build the infrastructure our…”
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Outlined provisions of bipartisan energy and jobs legislation to deliver cheaper energy and economic growth.
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Hoeven Votes for Stop Insider Trading Act With Save America Act Provisions
Hoeven voted for Stop Insider Trading Act with voter ID requirements, criticized Democratic opposition.
“These two priorities have strong support from the American people, and we should pass this legislation.”
Stop Insider Trading Act VoteCongressional Stock TradingAI-read
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Hoeven criticized Democrats for blocking Ratepayer Protection Act to shield families from data center energy costs.
“American families shouldn’t have to pay higher energy costs if a data center is built in their community.”
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Held roundtable discussion on COVID-19 hospital protocols with patients, families, doctors and nurses.
“Rigid adherence to hospital protocols – rarely questioned – became the norm, which many doctors saw as violating the Hippocratic Oath’s core duty: patients first, not protocols. Far too often, the stories of COVID-19 hospitalizations were horrific … Patients lost their freedom. Family members could not visit and…”
Hospital Treatment ProtocolsAI-read
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Lankford Leads Senate in Honoring 50 Years of the Hyde Amendment
Introduced resolution recognizing 50th anniversary of Hyde Amendment protecting unborn children.
“For 50 years, the Hyde Amendment has been an important protection for American taxpayers.”
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAI-read
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ICYMI: Lankford, Coons Resolution Honoring 50 Years of Prison Fellowship Passes Senate Unanimously
Senate unanimously passed bipartisan resolution honoring Prison Fellowship's 50-year anniversary.
“Prison Fellowship has spent 50 years helping people understand that a mistake does not have to be the end of their story.”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Mike Lee Introduces the Direct Seller and Real Estate Agent Harmonization Act
Introduced bill clarifying independent contractor status for direct sellers and real estate agents.
“For decades, moms and dads have supported their families through direct selling and independent real estate businesses in Utah and across the country.”
Labor and EmploymentAI-read
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Luján Statement on Senate Passage of the Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act
Senate passed bipartisan Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act with Luján-authored provisions.
“Now, with Senate passage, we are one step closer to delivering a tax system that better serves taxpayers with fairness, transparency, and accountability.”
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Luján Shares DOJ Documents Regarding DEA Fentanyl Practices, Whistleblower Reports
Shared DOJ documents regarding DEA fentanyl practices and whistleblower reports.
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Called on states to prevent data centers from passing costs to residential ratepayers.
“We write to ask NARUC and its member commissions to act now to protect residential and small business ratepayers from the cost of serving large data centers. Specifically, we ask that every state utility commission adopt a dedicated rate rider — a separate tariff mechanism — that applies to every large data center in…”
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Released report criticizing EPA deregulation of environmental protections for data center construction.
“75% of Americans do not want a data center in their backyard, yet Trump’s EPA has chosen to facilitate data center construction at the expense of our health, our pocketbooks, and our bedrock environmental laws. In what they have coined as ‘the largest deregulatory agenda in American history,’ President Trump and EPA…”
Data Center Transparency and Community Empowerment ActsEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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