Statements · since Aug 1, 2026
What Congress is saying
7,767 statements and posts from 497 members D 4,835 from 253R 2,932 from 244
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Wyden, Merkley Introduce Legislation to Impose Sanctions of Israeli Settlement Construction
Introduced legislation to impose sanctions on Israeli E1 settlement construction.
“Benjamin Netanyahu’s disgraceful policy of expanding West Bank settlements crosses a clear red line and makes Palestinian statehood and lasting peace even more difficult.”
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Secured $14.6 million federal funding for tsunami-resilient hospital expansion in Oregon.
“Ensuring that Oregon’s coastal communities have access to health care in the wake of natural disasters is absolutely essential.”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
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Demanded OMB Director Vought abandon plans to exert political control over NIH funding.
“We write to call on you to abandon any plan to exert political control over NIH’s grant-making decisions—whether that’s through your proposed rule, a new executive order, or any other means—that would empower political appointees to deny funding for grant applications that have already been deemed meritorious by the…”
HealthAI-read
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King Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve Veterans’ Access to High-Cost Prescription Medications
Introduced bipartisan bill to improve veterans' access to high-cost prescription medications.
“Our men and women in uniform didn’t hesitate when it came time to answer the call and serve the nation – we shouldn’t hesitate to make their retirement from service as comfortable as possible.”
Military Health CareAI-read
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Daines, Downing Bill Protecting Rural Water Infrastructure Signed by President Trump, Officially Law
Announced Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act signed into law by President Trump.
“This is a major win for the Treasure State. Montanans should never have to worry about whether or not their water is safe to drink. Now that President Trump has signed our bill into law, we’ll be able to continue critical construction on water infrastructure on the Fort Peck reservation and throughout the northeast…”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
Mentions H.R. 7250
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Senate Passes Bill Strengthening American College Athletics System
Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act establishing national rules for college athletics.
“The Protect College Sports Act gives schools and student-athletes certainty. College sports should be about being in college—not creating a professional minor league. We are trying to protect what most of us who grew up with college sports know: for the vast majority, college athletics is a pathway to an education,…”
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Fischer Statement on Gregory Ibach USDA Nomination
Praised Gregory Ibach's nomination as USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs.
“Congratulations to Greg on another well-deserved nomination. Having worked with Greg over the years, I know he will bring his experience and expertise to USDA at a time when farm country truly needs it. I look forward to working with him and finding new ways we can help producers in Nebraska.”
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Sen. Cruz Applauds Overwhelming Senate Passage of Legislation to Protect College Sports
Praised Senate passage of bipartisan Protect College Sports Act by vote of 77-22.
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Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen U.S. Critical Mineral Supply Chains
Introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen U.S. critical mineral supply chains and reduce reliance on China.
“We need critical minerals to build chips for everything from our smartphones to our national defense apparatus. The U.S. must not cede control of global critical mineral supply chains to China.”
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Kaine, Colleagues Demand DHS Halt Efforts to Undermine 2026 Midterm Elections
Sent letter demanding DHS halt efforts to undermine 2026 midterm elections and release FEMA grants.
“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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Booker Takes to Senate Floor to Oppose the Protect College Sports Act
Opposed Protect College Sports Act on Senate floor, siding with college athletes and civil rights organizations.
“At its core, it's a bill that undermines the rights of young people who pour their blood, sweat, tears, countless hours of work, and more into their craft.”
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Reintroduced bill to repeal Helms Amendment and allow U.S. foreign assistance for abortion care overseas.
“For more than 50 years, the Helms Amendment has restricted the use of U.S. foreign assistance for abortion care, with real consequences for women around the world.”
Abortion is Health Care Everywhere ActInternational AffairsAI-read
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Called on Secretary Rubio to de-escalate tension and mediate conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region.
International AffairsAI-read
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Sent letter demanding OMB director halt plans to exert political control over NIH grant funding.
“We write to call on you to abandon any plan to exert political control over NIH’s grant-making decisions — whether that’s through your proposed rule, a new Executive Order, or any other means—that would empower political appointees to deny funding for grant applications that have already been deemed meritorious by the…”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to restrict Chinese optical transceivers from federal national security networks.
“Optical transceivers are a critical part of America’s modern communications infrastructure, and we need to make sure that infrastructure is secure.”
Securing National Security Systems from Chinese Optical Transceivers ActArmed Forces & National SecurityAI-read
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Gallego, Colleagues Demand that DHS Halt 2026 Election Interference Efforts
Sent letter demanding DHS halt efforts to control 2026 midterm elections and release FEMA grants.
“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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Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Ludlow’s Steakhouse
Announced Ludlow's Steakhouse as Small Business of the Week in Wayne County, Iowa.
“Through their entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to their employees and community, the Pershys have grown Ludlow’s Steakhouse into a Wayne County staple — a job truly well done.”
CommerceAI-read
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Ernst Joins President Trump to Tout Transformative $15 Billion Steel Investment in Iowa
Announced $15 billion steel mill investment in Iowa expected to create over 1,700 jobs.
“I am grateful to President Trump for securing this historic deal that will create thousands of jobs for Iowans.”
Mesabi Metallics Steel Mill Location DecisionEconomics and Public FinanceAI-read
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Cortez Masto, Whitehouse Introduce Congressional Check on Rogue Supreme Court Decisions
Introduced legislation allowing Congress to quickly overturn Supreme Court decisions.
“Our country was founded on a system of checks and balances, and there is no reason we should let an extreme Supreme Court take away Nevadans’ fundamental rights.”
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STATEMENT: Senator Blunt Rochester Opposes the Protect College Sports Act
Opposed the Protect College Sports Act, citing concerns about athlete enforcement and labor rights.
“The adequacy of athlete protections has raised concerns for student-athletes, their families, civil rights organizations, labor organizations, and other athlete advocates, and should be fully considered as the legislation moves forward. I’m hopeful that Congress can come back together to find a solution that is fair…”
Protect College Sports ActSports and RecreationAI-read
Mentions S. 4668
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Introduced bipartisan bill to improve veterans' access to high-cost prescription drugs in state homes.
“State veterans’ homes should never have to turn away elderly and disabled veterans because lifesaving medications are too expensive. This bipartisan bill will help states cover those costs and expedite care for our nation’s heroes.”
Military Health CareAI-read
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ICYMI: Inside Indiana Business: Banks Calls for Grissom to Be New U.S. Space Academy Home
Urged commission to select Grissom Air Reserve Base as location for new U.S. Space Academy.
“The state offers a low cost of living, leading STEM and research universities, and a growing aerospace, defense, and advanced-manufacturing workforce.”
United States Space Academy LocationScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
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FOX NEWS EXCLUSIVE: Massive ICE Sweep Fuels GOP Push to Lock Trump Immigration Crackdown into Law
Pushed for legislation to lock Trump immigration enforcement policies into law before future administrations.
“This is why Donald Trump was elected in 2024: for mass deportation.”
Immigration EnforcementAI-read
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Senator Marshall Leads Letter for Federal Disaster Aid for Kansas Communities
Urged President Trump to approve major disaster declaration for Kansas storm damage.
“The Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) called it the largest and most destructive storm in its history, with about 27,000 Kansans losing power… These damages have placed significant financial strain on local government as it works to recover. Damage assessments conducted jointly by the state and FEMA have…”
Disaster ResponseAI-read
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Senator Budd Wraps Second Official 100 County Tour and is Ready to Get Back on the Road
Completed second official 100-county tour across North Carolina, meeting constituents and listening to local concerns.
“Now that I’ve completed my second tour, my work is far from over. I’m resetting the odometer and ready to get back on the road.”
Constituent ServicesAI-read
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ICYMI: Hawley Chairs Subcommittee Hearing Exposing Flock Cameras, Calls for Accountability
Chaired hearing on Flock cameras and automated license plate readers, calling for federal regulation.
“This is still the United States of America, and it shouldn’t be that when you walk out your door in the morning, you just have to agree and assent and accept the fact that you’re going to be on camera morning, noon, and night.”
Facilitating Liberty and Accountability for Flock Observations ActPrivacy and SurveillanceAI-read
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Support Rolls in from Labor, Workforce Leaders for Kelly’s Make AI Work for Americans Act
Announced labor and workforce support for legislation establishing AI tax and worker trust fund.
“The Make AI Work for Americans Act recognizes the critical nature of ensuring that AI protects and creates good jobs while prioritizing putting working people at the table for responsible implementation.”
Make AI Work for Americans ActAI Infrastructure ImpactAI-read
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Kelly, Colleagues Demand that DHS Halt 2026 Election Interference Efforts
Demanded DHS halt efforts to assert federal control over 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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Tuberville Takes Action to Ban Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Food Packaging
Reintroduced bill to ban toxic PFAS chemicals in food packaging and wrappers.
“Thanks to the Make America Healthy Again movement, Americans have started waking up to the toxic chemicals that are in many of the products and foods we use every day.”
Banning Toxics from Plastic Bottles ActEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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Tuberville, Graham Introduce Resolution Honoring Religious Education
Introduced resolution designating September 27-October 3, 2026 as Religious Education Week.
“As Republicans, we believe that parents, not the government, should be in charge of a child’s education.”
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ICYMI—Hagerty JoinsSunday Morning Futures on Fox News Channel to Discuss Trump, GOP Accomplishments
Appeared on Fox News to discuss Democratic policies and GOP accomplishments.
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Padilla Statement on Protect College Sports Act
Voted to pass Protect College Sports Act with provisions supporting student-athletes.
“These reforms will help keep the focus where it belongs: on the students and the education that college sports are meant to serve.”
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Led 38 California lawmakers opposing Trump administration's Roadless Rule rescission.
“At the time of its adoption, the Rule received over 600 public hearings and over 1.6 million comments—more comments than any other rule in the nation’s history. Despite the significant amount of public consultation that went into the 2001 Roadless Rule, this Administration only gave our constituents 21 days to comment…”
Roadless Rule Rescission OppositionPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Led Senate Democrats demanding DHS halt alleged 2026 election interference efforts.
“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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Introduced bipartisan bill requiring AI companies to be transparent about data collection, safeguards, and security measures.
“Americans are understandably concerned with the rapid development of AI, and they deserve straight answers. We know that this technology is not slowing down, which is why it’s critical that AI companies provide transparency to both researchers and parents on how their systems work and address potential risks –…”
AI Systems Transparency ActScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
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Schmitt Introduces Modern Skies Act to Invest in America’s Airports, Support Air Traffic Control
Introduced bill to invest $30 billion in air traffic control and airport infrastructure.
“Air travel is more accessible than ever, but for too many Americans, getting where they need to go still feels like a gamble. Travelers face long lines, aging airports, constant delays, and an air traffic control system in desperate need of attention. That is a far cry from the golden age of American aviation that St.…”
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Schmitt Celebrates Senate Passage of Protect College Sports Act
Praised Senate passage of Protect College Sports Act as lead cosponsor.
“As an original co-sponsor of this bill, I called on my colleagues to do something the Senate rarely does: meet the moment. By passing the ‘Protect College Sports Act,’ we’re delivering much-needed stability to college sports, protecting the future of women’s and Olympic sports, and ensuring fans can continue to enjoy…”
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Fetterman, Colleagues Urge Health Department to Reinstate Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program Grants
Sent letter urging HHS to reinstate over $100 million in Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program grants.
“As the fiscal year rapidly comes to an end on September 30, we are very concerned that your Department has failed to distribute over $100 million of the $101 million in funding Congress provided for the Teen Pregnancy Prevention (TPP) Program. Your decision to terminate the vast majority of existing TPP grants this…”
HealthAI-read
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Fetterman Joins Senate Colleagues in Letter to DHS on Election Interference
Sent letter demanding DHS halt efforts to control 2026 midterm elections and release FEMA grants.
“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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Ricketts Votes to Protect College Sports
Voted to pass Protect College Sports Act.
“This bill helps to stabilize the current chaotic state of name, image, and likeness regulations. Senate Republicans and Democrats worked together to solve a problem affecting student-athletes, schools, and everyone who enjoys watching college sports. Our young women and men deserve a fair and organized experience. This…”
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