Statements · since Aug 1, 2026
What Congress is saying
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Pressed Interior Secretary for transparency on Trump administration's proposed data centers on federal public lands.
“Arizonans are entitled to transparency and robust public review as BLM considers such developments on our federal lands.”
Data Center Transparency and Community Empowerment ActsPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Celebrated formation of Senate Bipartisan Science and Innovation Caucus with fellow senators and researchers.
“If you were to look at the things that distinguish America, most notable would be our investments in science and the parallel expansion in growth and entrepreneurship at the highest level.”
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WATCH: Padilla Breaks Down New Whistleblower Allegations of DHS Lawbreaking Ahead of Midterms
Criticized Trump administration's alleged voter intimidation through DHS whistleblower disclosure.
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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Padilla Statement on Trump Administration’s Last Minute Election Security Plan
Criticized Trump administration's election security plan as inadequate and politically motivated.
“While CISA claims to be changing course and offering to help state and local governments with election security, this report does not do that. The Administration must restore the Election Infrastructure ISAC funding as Congress has directed – and then support legislation like my State and Local Election Security Act of…”
2026 Midterm Election Interference ConcernsElection SecurityAI-read
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Padilla Joins Van Hollen, Senate Democrats to Push Trump to Negotiate AI Guardrails with Xi
Joined letter urging Trump to negotiate AI guardrails agreement with China.
“What our two countries develop as guardrails will serve as a standard for how the technology is used worldwide. Given how quickly AI technology is developing and how transformative it may be, we cannot delay our pursuit of diplomatic efforts to mitigate its risks. Those efforts must start with direct engagement with…”
CybersecurityAI-read
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Padilla, Durbin Introduce Bill to Prevent Unlawful Immigration Arrests and Detentions
Introduced bill to prevent unlawful immigration arrests and detentions.
“Republicans continued to write blank checks to ICE and CBP while serious concerns remain about officer and agent training, accountability, and the treatment of U.S. citizens.”
Immigration EnforcementAI-read
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Warnock, Hyde-Smith Resolution Honoring Gold Star Families Receives Senate Approval
Secured Senate passage of bipartisan resolution designating Gold Star Families Remembrance Week.
“Every day, Gold Star Families embody courage and grace in the face of devastating loss, and their personal sacrifice to our country cannot go unrecognized”
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Senator Reverend Warnock Receives 2026 MPA Industry Champion Award for Film Advocacy
Received Motion Picture Association Industry Champion Award for film and television advocacy.
“Georgia continues to be a national leader in the arts and entertainment industry. It fills me with immense pride whenever I see Georgia and my constituents’ work represented in a movie or TV show.”
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Continues Fight to Protect Women and Girls in Sports
Questioned witnesses at Senate Judiciary hearing on protecting women and girls in sports.
“I think the NCAA is feckless. I think that it is alarming, disturbing, and it is beyond reproach that they will not stand up for women. Can you tell us the issues at hand with regards to how the rules are written with the NCAA, or what’s not written that needs to be written down?”
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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.”
Securing National Security Systems from Chinese Optical Transceivers ActArmed Forces & National SecurityAI-read
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Husted, HUD Secretary Turner visit youth transitional living community
Hosted HUD Secretary to visit youth transitional living program in Columbus, Ohio.
“I was glad to host Secretary Turner today in Columbus to see this work firsthand and learn more about how we can continue supporting young people as they build a foundation for a successful future.”
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Senator Moody Cosponsors Legislation to Protect Ratepayers from Energy-Consuming Data Centers
Cosponsored legislation to protect ratepayers from energy cost increases caused by data centers.
“I’m cosponsoring the Ratepayer Protection Act to ensure Americans are protected from increased costs associated with new data centers. If billion-dollar tech companies want to build a massive data center, Floridians should not be left to foot the bill. It is disheartening to see Senate Democrats block the Ratepayer…”
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Urged OMB and DOE to provide $20 million for Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative at USC Aiken.
“As the nation takes steps to implement President Trump’s vision of a U.S. Nuclear Renaissance, the AMC will ensure DOE and its industry partners have the tools and talent to work on the most challenging questions related to the fuel cycle and weapons production. Finally, among its many ancillary benefits, the AMC will…”
EnergyAI-read
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Buchanan Marks Final 100 Days in Office, Pledges to Keep Fighting for Florida
Marked final 100 days in office, pledged to continue fighting for Florida constituents.
“Fighting for Florida over the last 20 years has been the honor of my life, and I’m continuing in that fight over my last 100 days in office.”
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Sent follow-up letter to FEMA demanding funding to prevent shutdown of wildfire disaster case management program.
“FEMA approved this program because survivors needed sustained case management throughout a long and difficult recovery. Yet FEMA’s own funding delays now threaten to force the program to shut down months before the end of that approved period.”
Disaster ResponseAI-read
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Reps. Chu, Moran, and Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Bring Film Jobs Home
Co-led introduction of bipartisan bill creating federal tax credit to incentivize film and television production in America.
“Having worked in a movie theater growing up, I saw early on how films can move and inspire generations of Americans. Films like ‘The Notebook’ bring us to tears, and films like ‘Forrest Gump’ inspire us to see the world differently. That is the power of film, and South Carolina is blessed to have served as the backdrop…”
CommerceAI-read
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Led bipartisan letter requesting Temporary Protected Status for Nepal following catastrophic flooding.
“These conditions have placed an extraordinary burden on Nepal as the country undertakes massive rescue, humanitarian, and reconstruction efforts. Many Nepali nationals currently living in the United States are from the communities directly affected by this disaster. Families are attempting to determine whether their…”
Disaster ResponseAI-read
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Congressman Cohen Remembers Criminal Court Judge Arthur T. Bennett
Issued statement mourning the passing of Shelby County Criminal Court Judge Arthur T. Bennett.
“We all mourn Judge Bennett’s passing. He was an outstanding judge. His court was always courteous to both sides and ruled quickly and properly on motions. He was a gentleman at all times and there’s not a finer criminal court judge I ever knew.”
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Congressman Cohen Introduces Comprehensive Articles of Impeachment Against President Donald Trump
Introduced 26 articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump citing abuses of power and constitutional violations.
“I sincerely believe that the 120th Congress will better live up to its duties as co-equal branch of government and a check on the executive. I hope this resolution paves the way to accountability. We cannot tolerate this kind lawlessness and corruption.”
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Costa Leads Bipartisan Push to Protect American Produce Growers in U.S.-Mexico Trade
Led bipartisan letter urging Trump administration to strengthen payment protections for U.S. produce growers in Mexico.
Agriculture and FoodAI-read
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Costa Applauds $35 Million for South Valley Water Infrastructure Projects
Applauded $35 million in federal funding for South Valley water infrastructure projects.
“Water is the lifeblood of the San Joaquin Valley, and we need to capture and store every drop we can.”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
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DeLauro Statement on Latest Trump Effort to Strip Health Coverage from Americans
Criticized Trump administration effort to strip health coverage from 750,000 Americans.
HealthAI-read
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Griffith Announces $96,000 HHS Grant to Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens, Inc.
Announced $96,000 HHS grant to senior citizens agency for medical equipment purchase.
“This grant for nearly $100,000 helps the Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens tend to the health care challenges faced by senior citizens in the region.”
HealthAI-read
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Griffith Announces $1,233,412 Grant to Wytheville Community College
Announced $1.2 million grant to Wytheville Community College for student support.
“This grant for more than $1.2 million helps Wytheville Community College serve the educational needs of its students.”
EducationAI-read
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Griffith Announces $1,977,991 Grant to Ferrum College
Announced $2 million grant to Ferrum College for student support.
“This grant for nearly $2 million helps Ferrum College serve the educational needs of its students.”
EducationAI-read
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Griffith Op-Ed: Predictable energy policy can help secure America’s future
Wrote op-ed supporting permitting reform to strengthen energy policy.
Energy Project PermittingAI-read
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Griffith Statement on Action to Protect SNAP Benefits
Co-sponsored bill to crack down on SNAP fraud and restore stolen benefits.
“I am proud to be a Virginia advocate for the SNAP Anti-Theft and Victim Compensation Act. This bill will protect SNAP recipients, punish bad guys and serve Virginia’s hungry.”
Fraud EnforcementAI-read
Mentions H.R. 3887
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Demanded White House remove taxpayer-funded political ad celebrating Trump from the air.
“This is the sort of government propaganda one might expect in North Korea, not the United States of America, and it is an egregious and utterly illegal misuse of Americans’ hard-earned tax dollars.”
Government SpendingAI-read
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Pressed USDA and Forest Service to reverse decision to close Baltimore Urban Forestry Office.
“The Baltimore location is critical to the ability of the Baltimore Urban Field Office to successfully accomplish its place-based and partnership-driven work. This work not only benefits the Baltimore community but serves as a model for urban forestry work in cities across the country and the world. The Baltimore Urban…”
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Disability Rights Advocacy Groups Support Hoyer's Bipartisan American Procurement Improvement Act
Introduced bipartisan bill to improve federal procurement and support AbilityOne Program employment.
“SourceAmerica supports the American Procurement Improvement Act of 2026 as it advances priorities long sought by groups seeking to drive continued improvements within the AbilityOne Program.”
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesAI-read
Mentions H.R. 10443
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Congressman Johnson Hosts Two Panels at CBCF ALC 55
Hosted panel discussions on protecting Black voices, talent and influence in media and sports.
“Music artists have their lyrics used as evidence in court against them.”
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Introduced legislation requiring SuperPAC campaign ads to disclose top three donors.
“Voters should know who is bankrolling campaign ads that come across their television screens, billboards, and smart phones.”
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Kaptur Announces $381 Million in US Department of Energy Awards to Improve Ohio’s Electric Grid
Announced $381 million in Department of Energy awards for Ohio electric grid modernization.
“I am excited to see the fruits of a once-in-a-generation Federal infrastructure investment take root in our Northwest Ohio communities.”
EnergyAI-read
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Introduced bill to compensate firefighters and families harmed by PFAS-related illnesses and injuries.
“In 2019, I saw firsthand the hazards PFAS chemicals pose to our communities and first responders when 50,000 gallons of firefighting foam spilled into the Farmington River in Windsor, Connecticut.”
HealthAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to combat foreign digital piracy with court oversight.
“Protecting a free and open internet and standing up for American creators go hand in hand.”
CommerceAI-read
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Lofgren and Obernolte Lead Introduction of American Leadership in Fusion Act
Introduced bipartisan bill to invest $10 billion in fusion energy development and establish DOE fusion office.
“Fusion is the future, and this bipartisan bill is a major step in capitalizing on the promise of its emission-free power.”
EnergyAI-read
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Congresswoman McCollum, Senator Tina Smith Secure Funding for Local Water Infrastructure
Secured $1.092 million EPA grant for Gem Lake water infrastructure.
“In the East Metro, we understand just how vital safe drinking water is to the health of our community.”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
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Scott Urges Education Department to Withdraw Proposed Grant Rule
Urged Education Department to withdraw proposed grant management rule.
“The Department’s Proposed Rule would inject dysfunction and chaos into the grant-making process, increase politicization, require the application of undefined standards, and further this Administration’s misuse of power in the distribution of federal funds.”
EducationAI-read
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Urged Trump and Rubio to press China for release of imprisoned worshippers and American citizens.
“to bring that same commitment directly to the table with President Xi.”
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Sánchez, colleagues introduce bipartisan bill to bring film jobs home
Introduced bipartisan bill to create federal tax credit for U.S. film and television production.
“The United States is losing good-paying union jobs because it’s become too expensive to film here.”
Motion Picture Television Entertainment Revitalization ActCommerceAI-read
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