Statements · since Aug 1, 2026
What Congress is saying
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Kaine Slams Congressional Republicans For Ignoring Need To Fund Landmark Infrastructure Law
Criticized Republicans for failing to fund Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
“Virginians and Americans across the country deserve top-notch infrastructure, including roads, bridges, drinking and wastewater systems, and more. That’s why Democrats, Republicans, and the Biden Administration worked together to pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law—legislation that brought $12.6 billion in…”
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Kaine Holds Hearing On Nicaragua’s Political Crisis
Held hearing on Nicaragua's political crisis and democratic backsliding.
“This is timely and urgent because the human rights challenges perpetrated by the current regime in Nicaragua have to be taken seriously, both for the sake of Nicaraguans but also for the entire region.”
International AffairsAI-read
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Kaine Applauds Senate Passage of His Legislation to Improve Financial Security for Americans
Applauded Senate passage of bipartisan Social Security clarity legislation.
“Americans pay into Social Security their entire working lives, and it’s important that they understand what benefits they’re entitled to so they can make informed decisions about their retirement.”
Social WelfareAI-read
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Booker Statement on Court-Approval of Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Settlement
Criticized court approval of Paramount-Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery merger settlement.
“Our country’s origin story begins with a revolt against monopoly: colonists dumped the East India Company’s tea into the Boston Harbor rather than accept a Crown-granted monopoly. Two hundred and fifty years later, that fight continues. I have called, and will continue to call, for the vigorous and fair application of…”
CommerceAI-read
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Reintroduced bill requiring Medicare and Medicaid innovation center to address health disparities.
“Access to health care is a fundamental human right, and it's long past time our policies reflected that.”
John Lewis Equality in Medicare and Medicaid Treatment ActHealthAI-read
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Booker Introduces Resolution Designating October 2026 as Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month
Introduced resolution designating October 2026 as Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month.
“Too many families affected by Lewy body dementia spend years searching for answers while their loved ones suffer. Every family deserves an accurate and timely diagnosis, and every caregiver deserves our support.”
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Gallego, Colleagues Question President Trump on Invitation of Vladimir Putin to G20 on American Soil
Joined bipartisan letter questioning Trump's invitation of Putin to G20 summit in Miami.
“The United States must put strong economic and political pressure on President Putin in order to force him to the negotiating table for serious peace talks. We commend your signing of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which gives you additional tools to hold the Putin regime accountable.…”
International AffairsAI-read
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Ernst: America Can’t Hit Pause on AI While China Charges Ahead
Questioned witnesses on AI development and cybersecurity during subcommittee hearing.
“AI has been so helpful in medical research and protecting our troops from drone swarms or missile attacks… so we need to keep moving forward. If we pause, we're not going to see China pause.”
CybersecurityAI-read
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Democrats Block Ernst Effort to Protect Taxpayer Dollars from Fraudsters
Criticized Democrats for blocking anti-fraud package worth $240 billion in savings.
“if grift was a government agency, the Department of Fraud would be the fifth largest.”
Fraud EnforcementAI-read
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PASSED: Cortez Masto, Rounds Legislation to Provide Tribal Courts Access to Electronic Evidence
Led bipartisan bill passed unanimously to give Tribal courts electronic evidence warrant authority.
“Despite facing high rates of violence, Tribal communities are denied access to essential tools needed to solve crimes.”
Native AmericansAI-read
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Cortez Masto Statement on Vote Against H.R. 9340
Voted against data center energy regulation bill; called for stronger consumer protections.
“In the Senate, there are a number of bills to protect American families from data center-related energy cost spikes, including Senator Heinrich’s GRID Savings Act, which I support. Senator Husted could have joined Democrats on legislation with real teeth that would force data centers to pay for grid upgrades and ensure…”
Ratepayer Protection ActEnergyAI-read
Mentions H.R. 9340
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Advanced two bipartisan bills on geothermal energy and grid security through Senate committee.
“American energy security isn’t a partisan issue – it touches the lives of every American from Anchorage to Elko.”
EnergyAI-read
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Demanded DHS Secretary halt alleged efforts to control 2026 midterm elections and undermine voting.
“We write to warn you against continued activities at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that seek to undermine the Constitutional authority of both Congress and states to administer elections and defy the directions of federal courts. As Secretary of Homeland Security, you have promoted the President’s…”
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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Sen. Banks Urges Army to Designate Camp Atterbury and Muscatatuck as Premier Test Ranges
Urged Army to designate Indiana facilities as Premier Test Ranges for defense technology testing.
“Indiana is well-positioned to lead the development and testing of next-generation defense technologies. Our adversaries are advancing their military technology, and we cannot afford to slow down our own innovation. Redesignating Camp Atterbury and Muscatatuck as Premier Test Ranges will accelerate the development of…”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Sen. Banks Blocks Democrats’ Attempt to Create “Sanctuary Bus Stops” for Illegal Aliens
Opposed Democratic legislation prohibiting ICE enforcement at school bus stops.
“I won’t let that happen. ICE needs to be allowed to enforce the law wherever it takes them.”
Immigration EnforcementAI-read
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Sen. Banks Applauds President Trump’s Nominee for U.S. Marshal for the Northern District of Indiana
Praised President Trump's nomination of Scott Krueger as U.S. Marshal for Northern Indiana.
“President Trump nominated a great Hoosier and a great friend to be Northern Indiana’s next U.S. Marshal. As a state trooper, Captain Scott Krueger dedicated more than two decades to protecting Hoosiers, as President of the Indiana State Police Alliance he stood-up for our law enforcement officers when they needed it…”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Budd, Coons USCIRF Reauthorization Bill Passes Senate with Wide Bipartisan Support
Passed bipartisan bill reauthorizing the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom through 2028.
“The right to worship – or not worship – is fundamental to democracy and stability around the world. With it go freedom of speech, assembly, and petition. I’m proud this bill reauthorizing the United States Commission for International Religious Freedom passed the Senate with broad bipartisan support. I urge the…”
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Budd Bill to Build New State Veterans Home Near Fort Bragg Passes the Senate Unanimously
Senate unanimously passed bill transferring federal land near Fort Bragg for North Carolina veterans home.
“North Carolina is the proud home of more than 620,000 veterans, and we have a responsibility to provide them with the quality care that they have earned. After the Fayetteville State Veterans Home closed in 2024, our state lost critical capacity to care for our veterans. Building a new veterans home near Fort Bragg…”
Fort Bragg Veterans Home Land TransferArmed Forces and National SecurityAI-read
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Criticized Trump's tariffs on Canadian products and pushed for their removal.
Trump Canada TariffsTariffsAI-read
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U.S. Senator Tina Smith’s Legislation to Combat Lyme Disease & Other Tick-Borne Diseases Becomes Law
Announced bipartisan bill on Lyme disease research and treatment became law.
“The number of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses has been rising at an alarming rate. This law will step up regional efforts at researching, testing and treating Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. We must cut down on tick-borne illnesses for the sake of Americans’ health and well-being.”
Lyme Disease ResearchAI-read
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Magnolia Mornings: September 30, 2026
Announced $2.8 million grant for Mississippi Delta rural healthcare network development.
“This program focused on the Mississippi Delta is designed to address the administrative, cost, and healthcare delivery challenges faced by rural hospitals and clinics. Finding better ways to work together as small, rural hospitals and clinics is part of an overall initiative to help them survive and improve care.”
Rural Health CareAI-read
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Key Field in Meridian named finalist to host Air Force’s KC-46A refueling squadron
Applauded Air Force selection of Key Field in Meridian as finalist for KC-46A refueling squadron.
“We applaud the U.S. Air Force for selecting Key Field Air National Guard Base in Meridian as a finalist to host the KC-46 refueling aircraft.”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Hyde-Smith Introduces Bill to Protect Gulf Shrimpers
Introduced bill to impose tariffs on Ecuadorian shrimp and strengthen country-of-origin labeling.
TariffsAI-read
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ICYMI: Slotkin Delivers Speech at Carnegie Institution on Defending Democracy
Delivered speech on defending democracy and lessons from Hungary and Poland.
Democracy ProtectionAI-read
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Senator Kim Co-Leads Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing on Taking Control of AI
Co-led hearing on securing homeland against rogue AI agent attacks.
“We know that AI is moving incredibly fast. All of us in the Senate want to see us driving the innovation of the future.”
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Hawley to Introduce Stop Flock Abuse Act, Establishing Safeguards for AI-Powered Cameras
Announced legislation to establish safeguards for AI-powered surveillance cameras.
“AI-powered cameras produced by Flock and its competitors are tracking and creating digital footprints of everyday Americans — a nightmare for individual liberties unless Congress enacts meaningful rules and accountability. Last week, my hearing on Flock brought to light the threat that these AI-powered cameras pose to…”
Privacy and SurveillanceAI-read
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WATCH: In SASC Strategic Forces, Kelly Questions if Golden Dome Will Trigger Another Arms Race
Questioned whether Golden Dome missile defense system could trigger arms race.
“Suddenly, they’re building thousands of more ICBMs. The Chinese are building thousands of more ICBMs. This system isn’t sized to handle it. We spent $1.2 trillion on a system that then becomes irrelevant…People don’t have health care coverage. They can’t afford their lives anymore. We’re investing trillions of dollars…”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan legislation reaffirming U.S. nuclear deterrence commitments to allies.
“Deterrence only works if adversaries believe you mean it. China and Russia are expanding their nuclear arsenals. North Korea keeps pushing. This is the wrong moment to leave allies confused about where we stand. We need to make clear that Congress is committed to maintaining the capability and credibility our allies…”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Tuberville Joins Kudlow to Discuss Democrats’ Affordability Problem
Criticized Democrats for excessive federal spending that drives inflation.
“Senator Tuberville from Alabama. Senator Tuberville, great to see you again, sir. So, I like the Wall Street Journal editorial today, ‘The Affordability Democrats? You Have to Be Kidding.’ They’re the ones that are going to make life more affordable by reducing spending and inflation? Really? What’s the track record…”
Government SpendingAI-read
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Tuberville Hosts Bronze Medal Ceremony for Eight Veterans
Hosted Bronze Medal ceremony for eight Bosnia veterans after securing delayed awards.
Military RecognitionAI-read
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Hickenlooper Statement on Republicans’ “Trojan Horse” Voter Suppression Tactic
Hickenlooper blocked Republican bill combining voter ID requirements with insider trading provisions.
“We blocked Republicans’ thinly veiled voter suppression bill outright earlier this year. Today, they ripped a page out of Homer and tried to sneak it through like a Trojan Horse.”
Stop Insider Trading Act VoteCongressional Stock TradingAI-read
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Hickenlooper criticized Ratepayer Protection Act for not requiring data centers to pay for grid upgrades.
“Data centers use large amounts of electricity. And families shouldn’t be forced to pay for their new infrastructure needs. Republicans say their bill fixes that. It doesn’t.”
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Hickenlooper Celebrates Committee Passage of His Bipartisan Energy Bills
Hickenlooper celebrated committee passage of bipartisan geothermal and mineral mapping bills.
“America is an energy powerhouse, but our energy needs are growing rapidly.”
EnergyAI-read
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Hagerty Advocates for the Ratepayer Protection Act
Advocated for legislation protecting consumers from data center energy costs.
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Senate Committee Advances Bipartisan Padilla Bill to Support Desalination and Safe Drinking Water
Advanced bipartisan bill to reauthorize desalination projects and safe drinking water research.
“Access to safe and clean drinking water is a human right, and investments in desalination projects provide promising pathways to meet our water needs.”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
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Introduced bill requiring congressional approval before closing regional National Archives facilities.
“Our National Archives are home to the immigration journeys, military service, and family histories of people across the West and the Pacific.”
National Archives Protection ActGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Padilla Leads Final Pre-Midterm Effort to Defeat Anti-Voter SAVE Act, Condemns Trump Corruption
Opposed Republican bill with voter ID requirement and congressional stock trading provisions.
“Here we are, 34 days before Election Day, or, as I like to suggest, 34 days before the final day to vote because we’re encouraging people to cast their ballot early if they can, or vote by mail if and where they can.”
Voting AccessAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to equalize tax treatment of publicly traded and privately owned sports teams.
“This legislation will ensure fair tax treatment between professional sports teams”
Sports and RecreationAI-read
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Two Years After Hurricane Helene, Warnock Marks $2.2 Billion Secured for Georgia’s Recovery
Announced $2.2 billion in federal disaster relief secured for Georgia's Hurricane Helene recovery.
“I have continued to push this administration to deliver the relief Georgians need and deserve.”
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Introduced bill to prevent federal child-welfare funds from punishing parents over gender-related decisions.
“The Left’s radical gender ideology is harming children with irreversible treatments and procedures. But in blue states, parents are being punished, and sometimes even separated from their children, for protecting their kids from this permanent damage. It is sickening that a state would impose ideological child-welfare…”
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