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https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-blunt-rochester-merkley-introduce-bill-to-repair-infrastructure-bridge-communities/ Warnock, Blunt Rochester, Merkley, Introduce Bill to Repair Infrastructure, Bridge Communities 2025-12-22 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senators Reverend Warnock, Blunt Rochester, and Merkley introduced the Restoring Essential Public Access and Improving Resilient (REPAIR) Infrastructure Program Act to help reunite communities divided by transportation infrastructure This legislation would expand on theReconnecting Communities Pilot Program (RCP) to allocate $15 billion over five years for projects that serve to create economic opportunity by reconnecting communities and creating new space for housing, jobs, and economic development Construction of the Downtown Connecter in Atlanta and the I-16 Flyover in Savannah displaced historically Black communities and business districts, leaving friends and neighbors on opposite ends of the tracks Senator Reverend Warnock: “Ensuring Georgians aren’t cut off from accessing jobs and economic opportunity also helps restore the cultural fabric of communities divided by legacy infrastructure” Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the Restoring Essential Public Access and Improving Resilient (REPAIR) Infrastructure Act. The bill would reauthorize and expand the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Reconnecting Communities Program as the REPAIR Infrastructure Program. “Physical mobility and economic mobility are inextricably linked,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “Ensuring Georgians aren’t cut off from accessing jobs and economic opportunity also helps restore the cultural fabric of communities divided by legacy infrastructure. I’m proud to partner with my colleagues on this important legislation and look forward to better-connected communities across our state.” The REPAIR Infrastructure Act will build on the groundwork laid by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to bridge communities separated by transportation and infrastructure barriers, and create new space for economic development. This would ensure more neighborhoods are vibrant and safe, contributing to healthier lives and creating more opportunities for Am… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-petitions-airlines-to-consider-additional-routes-to-africa/ Warnock Petitions Airlines to Consider Additional Routes to Africa 2025-12-19 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock sent letters to Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, and United Airlines asking them to consider opportunities to expand commercial flight service between the United States and the African continent Home to more than 1.5 billion people, Africa is projected to account for one-quarter of the world’s population by 2050 Africa represents a long-term opportunity for sustained economic partnership, innovation, and investment Senator Reverend Warnock: “With each new connection, we strengthen the bonds between nations and open new gateways to opportunity” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) issued letters to Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, and United Airlines asking the carriers to consider opportunities to expand commercial flight service between the United States and the African continent in the coming years. Home to more than 1.5 billion people, Africa is projected to account for one-quarter of the world’s population by 2050. “As one of the world’s fastest growing regions, Africa presents an extraordinary opportunity for U.S. carriers to shape the future of global commerce, deepen U.S. partnerships with African nations, and connect communities on both sides of the Atlantic,” the Senator writes. “Africa is home to more than 1.5 billion people and is one of the most dynamic and consequential regions in the global economy. By 2050, the continent will account for one-quarter of the world’s population and a significant share of global workforce growth…In 2024 alone, total U.S. goods trade with Africa reached an estimated $71.6 billion. Africa represents a long-term opportunity for sustained economic partnership, innovation, and investment,” the Senator continues. “As you evaluate your international strategy, I encourage you to consider opportunities for growth in African markets. I remain committed to supporting efforts that deep U.S.-Africa engagement, deepen commercial and cultural ties, and … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-responds-to-president-trumps-truth-social-attack-on-his-faith/ Warnock Responds to President Trump’s Truth Social Attack on his Faith 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper WATCH: Senator Reverend Warnock responds to the President’s Truth Social post attacking the Senator’s faith Senator Warnock is the Senior Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, the spiritual home of Dr. King, and returns to his pulpit most Sundays Senator Reverend Warnock: “Mr. President, my faith is not a weapon, it’s a bridge, and I invite you to Bible study. Maybe you can meet the Jesus I know.” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) responded to President Trump’s attack on Truth Social following his interview on Meet the Press where the Senator discussed his recent address at the Center for American Progress on healing America’s spiritual crisis by restoring economic opportunity for millions of Americans. An excerpt of the President’s Truth Social attack “So, Donald Trump just attacked me on Truth Social, claiming that I’m using faith to divide people. He’s got a lot of nerve. Mr. President, my faith is not a weapon, it’s a bridge, and I invite you to Bible study. Maybe you can meet the Jesus I know. In the meantime, I’m going to keep fighting for the people,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. The Senator also joined MSNOW’s Chris Hayes to discuss the President’s attack on the Senator’s faith. That interview is available HERE. WATCH the full video response here and find a transcript below: So, Donald Trump just attacked me on Truth Social, claiming that I’m using faith to divide people. He’s got a lot of nerve. Remember, this is the same president who literally had peaceful protesters gassed and beaten so he could stand in front of a church holding a Bible up. He ought to read that Bible that he was holding up on that day. That Bible says that Jesus came to preach good news to the poor. He came to heal the sick. He never billed them for his services. He stood up for the weak, the marginalized, average, ordinary people. Mr. President, my faith is not a weapon, it’s a bridge, and I invite you to Bible study. Maybe you can meet the Jesus I know. In the meantime, I’m going to keep f… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-wyden-blast-trump-admin-for-making-it-harder-for-taxpayers-to-get-full-refund/ Warnock, Wyden Blast Trump Admin for Making it Harder for Taxpayers to Get Full Refund 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Today, Senators Reverend Warnock and Finance Ranking Member Wyden led an effort urging the Trump administration to stop hiring freezes, reduction-in-force efforts, and other operational strains at the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) TAS helps taxpayers resolve their issues at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), including with tax refunds, filings, and other issues At its current staffing level, TAS may face significant challenges handling its current caseload and helping taxpayers in Georgia and across the country get their full tax refund Senator Warnock and lawmakers: “TAS ensures the American people have a voice within the IRS. […] We are concerned that the recent personnel cuts at TAS and the ongoing hiring freeze will greatly hinder these advocates’ ability to provide quality, timely service to taxpayers who need help” ICYMI from 11Alive: Warnock urges Trump administration to restore IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service staffing Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Finance Ranking MemberRon Wyden (D-OR) led an effort, alongside 22 of their Senate Democratic colleagues, urging the Trump administration to help Americans get their full refund by restoring staff and resources at the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS), which is an office within the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that helps taxpayers resolve any issues within the IRS. At its current staffing level, TAS may face significant challenges handling its current caseload and helping taxpayers in Georgia and across the country. The Senators are urging Treasury Secretary and Acting IRS Commissioner Scott Bessent to stop hiring freezes, reduction-in-force efforts, and properly staff TAS. “TAS ensures the American people have a voice within the IRS […] We are concerned that the recent personnel cuts at TAS and the ongoing hiring freeze will greatly hinder these advocates’ ability to provide quality, timely service to taxpayers who need help,” wrote the Senators. “Since January, the Trump Administration’s deferred resignati… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-passes-defense-legislation-supporting-georgia-servicemembers-and-military-communities/ Warnock Passes Defense Legislation Supporting Georgia Servicemembers and Military Communities 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Today, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), annual legislation that sets defense policy and priorities, authorizes defense spending The defense policy package includes numerous priorities Senator Reverend Warnock pushed for, including provisions strengthening military housing, supporting military families when they move, and authorizing funding for military construction projects across Georgia The legislation now goes to the White House to be signed into law The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the NDAA ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense and play a critical role in America’s military strategic planning in the years to come Senator Warnock: “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to work together in a bipartisan way to support our troops who defend our freedoms” Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 77-20, with many of his priorities included to support Georgia’s servicemembers, military families, and bases. The bipartisan defense bill will improve military housing, raise servicemember pay, authorize $295 million for Georgia military construction projects, and more. The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the legislation will strengthen quality of life for servicemembers and military families and ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense. The bill will now go to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to work together in a bipartisan way to support our troops who defend our freedoms,” said Senator Warnock. “Georgia servicemembers, the… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-kaine-demand-answers-on-hhs-policy-targeting-cdc-workers-with-disabilities/ Warnock, Kaine Demand Answers on HHS Policy Targeting CDC Workers with Disabilities 2025-12-16 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In a letter, Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Tim Kaine press HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for answers on new agency guidance rescinding telework as a reasonable accommodation for qualified employees with disabilities Under the new policy, disabled employees are required to report to their duty stations while waiting for their disability accommodation to be approved by senior political leadership. Employees who previously received approved accommodation requests would be required to reapply under the new policy Workers unable to return to their duty station will be required to take another form of leave, such as paid time off or sick leave Under Secretary Kennedy’s failed leadership, the CDC has seen a mass dismissal of its personnel – actions that have been deeply damaging to the agency’s ability to fulfill its mission Earlier this year, Senator Warnock called on President Trump to fire Secretary Kennedy Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Mark Warner (D-VA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) asked Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for an explanation on new agency guidance rescinding telework as a reasonable accommodation for qualified employees with disabilities. The new policy would make it nearly impossible for staff with disabilities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and across HHS to access telework as a reasonable accommodation. “HHS is the leading federal agency tasked with preserving the health of Americans, including those with disabilities. One in four Americans live with a disability, and they not only benefit from various federal programs and services but also meaningfully contribute to the functioning of the federal government,” the Senators write. Federal employees’ disability rights are governed by Section 501 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act, which works similarly to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Under the law, disabled employees have a right to a reasona… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-secures-over-300-million-in-outstanding-helene-payments-for-georgia-vows-to-continue-fighting-for-funding/ Warnock Secures Over $300 Million in Outstanding Helene Payments for Georgia, Vows to Continue Fighting for Funding 2025-12-12 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Funding comes after pressure from Senator Reverend Warnock and as Georgia localities were readying for lawsuits from contractors seeking payment for work done in the wake of Hurricane Helene In September, Senator Warnock released a report finding the Trump Administration was shortchanging Georgians half a billion dollars in disaster relief aid Following the Senator’s September report, the Senator found the number increased to $600 million Following this announcement, localities in Georgia are still waiting for nearly half of the outstanding payments the federal government said it would cover; Senator Warnock will continue fighting until the administration delivers Georgia the recovery funding they were promised Senator Warnock: “After months of putting pressure on this administration to deliver for Georgians, I am proud to have secured over $300 million in federal funding owed to Georgia” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) announced he secured $314 million in federal funding for outstanding payments owed to Georgia counties and entities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The money was released by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following months of pressure from Senator Warnock to get Georgia communities, particularly in rural parts of the state, the money they were promised for recovery efforts following Helene’s destruction. “After months of pressuring this administration to deliver for Georgians, I am proud to have secured over $300 million in federal funding owed to Georgia. Hurricanes and natural disasters are not political; they do not care if you voted red or blue, and Georgia counties and cities went right to work recovering from Helene’s destruction with the understanding the federal government would fulfill its promises and pay their share,” said Senator Warnock.“It should not have gotten to this point, and there is still more work to be done. I will continue fighting until Georgia’s communities, particularly in rural Georgia, get every cent they are… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-warnock-to-senate-gop-after-health-care-vote-who-are-you-working-for/ VIDEO: Warnock to Senate GOP After Health Care Vote, “Who Are You Working For?” 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock condemned the Senate GOP for killing legislation to keep health care premiums from doubling for 22 million Americans WATCH: Senator Warnock minutes after GOP kills bipartisan legislation to keep health care premiums from doubling Senator Reverend Warnock: “First, you kick 15 million Americans off of their health care in order to give billionaires a tax cut. And then, after doing that, you double the premiums on some 22 million additional Americans. For some people, you triple the premiums, quadruple the premiums. Who are you working for?” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) spoke out after GOP Senators killed the 13th attempt to block premiums from doubling for 22 million Americans. These premium spikes are set to go into effect January 1st, 2026 after Senate Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law, which provided generous tax cuts to billionaires. “After today’s vote, I really only have one question: who do the Washington Republicans work for? Who are they working for?” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“ First, you kick 15 million Americans off of their health care in order to give billionaires a tax cut. And then, after doing that, you double the premiums on some 22 million additional Americans. For some people, you triple the premiums, quadruple the premiums. Who are you working for? These are people who are disproportionately in red districts.” “And we have tried time and time again… to get the Republicans to make a different choice. And here we are today. 15 million Americans have lost their health care. 22 million Americans, on average, will see their premiums double…,” continued Senator Reverend Warnock.“ And so here we are. Republicans have demonstrated who they are working for. Certainly they’re not working for you… We know that the status quo certainly has its problems. There’s nobody who’s saying health care in America is terrific, but Republicans today have taken a system that’s already struggling and broken it down even… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-and-marshall-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-strengthen-workforce-pipeline/ Warnock and Marshall Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Workforce Pipeline 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The Pathways to Prosperity Act would allow more technical college students to “earn while they learn,” incentivizing business and technical colleges to partner to create high-wage career pathways, align job training curriculum, and scale apprenticeship programs for students The Senator’s efforts will ensure new good-paying Georgia jobs go to hard-working Georgians ICYMI from the AJC: Warnock renews push for enhanced job training with bipartisan bill Senator Reverend Warnock: “This legislation will allow workers to have access to jobs with better pay, help our community and technical colleges stay on the cutting edge of what industry needs through strengthened partnerships, and aid businesses in finding workers to fill open roles. That’s a win-win-win” Washington – Last week, U.S. Senators Reverand Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Roger Marshall (R-KA) introduced the bipartisan Pathways to Prosperity Act. The bill focuses on strengthening the nation’s workforce development pipeline by bridging the gap between community and technical colleges and local industry via career training and apprenticeship programs that allow students to “earn while they learn.” This legislation ensures a strong pathway from vocational degree to a good-paying job. It also codifies the successful Strengthening Community Colleges Grant Program, a critical initiative that provides competitive grants for community and technical colleges to partner with employers and align training programs with local industry needs. “Each year, employers come to the Peach State excited to hire Georgia workers into good-paying jobs, but are having a hard time finding workers with the education they need. That’s why we must continue to invest in educating the next generation of skilled Georgia workers so they’re ready to take those good paying jobs,” said Senator Warnock. “I’m proud to reintroduce the bipartisan Pathways to Prosperity Act alongside Senator Marshall. By allowing Georgians to earn while they learn, we are strengthening the pipeline from the classr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-calls-affordability-crisis-a-spiritual-crisis-in-landmark-speech/ Warnock Calls Affordability Crisis a “Spiritual Crisis” in Landmark Speech 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In a speech at the Center for American Progress, Senator Reverend Warnock offered a unique spiritual perspective on the affordability crisis The Senator argued that cost-of-living increases over the past few decades have led to a deeper spiritual crisis in our country Warnock urged stronger executive action to address affordability and pushed his own party to propose more creative and aggressive policy solutions Senator Warnock: “Decades of this low-grade fever left untreated has brought us to where we are today, a nation in crisis, a nation that has become disconnected from the values that make us who we are, a nation where we no longer see our neighbors as crucial to our own success, but as competitors in a competition for scarce resources. These deficits in a wealthy nation and on a plentiful planet speak to a spiritual deficit that at its core is a lapse in the covenant that we have with one another” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) offered a unique perspective on the twin spiritual and affordability crises plaguing the United States. The Senator spoke at the Center for American Progress as part of the Path Forward Speaker Series. In his speech, Senator Warnock argued that the ongoing affordability crisis has created a spiritual crisis in America, saying that decades of politicians failing to center the people they serve has undermined the American dream, created a cycle of division and despair, and ultimately led to the deep divisions and economic disparity we see today. Senator Warnock: “People are working harder and harder but are seeing less and less from the work they’re putting in. Young people are wondering if they’ll ever be able to afford a home. Older people are wondering if they will be able to retire with dignity. Those of us who live in the middle are trying to take care of our children, take care of our parents who are dealing with the blessings and burdens of aging. Workers are seeing that they’re creating wealth for others, yet they are barely able to… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-finds-fema-withholding-600-million-in-disaster-relief-from-georgians/ Warnock Finds FEMA Withholding $600 Million in Disaster Relief from Georgians 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Following the Senator’s September report finding the Trump Administration was shortchanging Georgians half a billion dollars in disaster relief aid, the Senator has now found the number INCREASED to $600 million Senator Reverend Warnock: “After over a year of delays, the Trump admin has STILL not released $600 million+ in disaster funds to Georgia counties rebuilding from Hurricane Helene. There is NO excuse for this. I’m calling on the admin to release these funds immediately.” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement after new evidence emerged showing that the Trump Administration owes $600 million in Hurricane Helene recovery aid to Georgians. In September, the Senator released a report finding that nearly $500 million in promised federal funding for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts remained unpaid. The funding, part of a disaster recovery bill championed by Senator Warnock in 2024, is meant to reimburse local communities for funds spent on recovery. Despite bipartisan Congressional support for the immediate delivery of disaster recovery funds, the distribution of aid has been stifled by bureaucratic red tape and chaos in the Trump administration. “After over a year of delays, the Trump admin has STILL not released $600 million+ in disaster funds to Georgia counties rebuilding from Hurricane Helene,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“There is NO excuse for this. I’m calling on the admin to release these funds immediately.” “I released a report exposing $500 million in delayed payments months ago. The bills are piling up and that number has only grown. They’re abandoning Georgians and crippling local economies,” Senator Warnock continued. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-on-the-presidents-dangerous-assault-on-aviation-safety-regulators/ Warnock on the President’s Dangerous Assault on Aviation Safety Regulators 2025-12-08 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Unanimously confirmed Alvin Brown was illegally fired from the independent National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) NTSB investigates transportation accidents, including the tragic DCA collision that killed 68 in January Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement on the illegal firing of Alvin Brown, a unanimously Senate-confirmed member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Brown’s replacement will be voted on today in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation despite pending litigation on the legality of Mr. Brown’s firing. “We rely on our federal aviation regulators to keep millions of Georgians safe during air travel,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “I’m deeply troubled by the illegal firing of Brown. Americans feel confident boarding flights every day in part because of the independent work of the NTSB safety investigators. The President’s move to replace board members without cause undermines the board’s ability to investigate transportation accidents like the DCA crash and ensure these kinds of tragedies never happen again.” The President also fired Robert Primus from the U.S. Surface Transportation Board without cause. Both men have filed lawsuits challenging their dismissals. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-cut-red-tape-fast-track-transit-projects-in-georgia/ Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Cut Red Tape, Fast Track Transit Projects in Georgia 2025-12-04 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senators Reverend Warnock and Lee introduced the bipartisan Streamline Transit Projects Act to speed completion of transit projects and improve the transit ridership experience The legislation helps states address construction challenges typically associated with traffic congestion and air quality by providing greater flexibility to state agencies to shorten project timelines Senator Reverend Warnock: “By delivering transit projects faster, we can continue to invest in a brighter, more connected future for all who call Georgia home” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Mike Lee (R-UT), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), and John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the bipartisan Streamline Transit Projects Act to speed completion of transit projects and improve the transit ridership experience. The legislation will help states address construction challenges typically associated with traffic congestion and air quality by providing greater flexibility to state agencies to shorten protect implementation timelines. “This bipartisan legislation will give transit agencies new tools to more quickly deliver projects that meet local needs and improve the ridership experience,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “By delivering transit projects faster, we can continue to invest in a brighter, more connected future for all who call Georgia home.” “Utah’s transit projects will be better off without the federal government meddling in every decision and holding up construction,” said Senator Mike Lee. “Right now, our local officials take responsibility for environmental reviews on highway construction – but are forced to use the federal government when it comes to transit. My Streamline Transit Projects Act will give this authority back to the states to make construction timelines faster and quality better. Don’t tread on our TRAX!” “Right now, simple transit projects can get tied up in years of red tape. Arizonans shouldn’t have to wait that long for basic upgrades,”said Senator Mark Kelly.“Our bill cuts needless delays f… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-ossoff-announce-over-300-million-for-georgia-broadband-expansion/ Warnock, Ossoff Announce Over $300 Million for Georgia Broadband Expansion 2025-12-01 2025 2025-12 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senators Reverend Warnock and Jon Ossoff announced $300 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program The funding will help close the digital divide in Georgia and our state closer to 100% connectivity for the first time in history Senator Warnock: “This federal investment means life gets easier for hundreds of thousands of Georgians, and it provides the tools and infrastructure our communities need to be competitive in today’s economy,” Senator Ossoff: “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” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) announced over $300 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. The program works to expand broadband access in Georgia’s unserved and underserved communities, strengthening access to affordable, high-speed internet across our state, particularly for the estimated 15% of Georgians who currently lack reliable broadband access. The funding will be distributed to various local contractors by the Georgia Technology Authority to build out the state’s broadband network. “This federal investment means life gets easier for hundreds of thousands of Georgians, and it provides the tools and infrastructure our communities need to be competitive in today’s economy,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “You need a broadband connection to do just about anything, you can’t even farm without a broadband connection. That is why I am glad to see Georgia finally get the federal funding it needs to close the digital divide despite unnecessary delays and disruptions from the current administration. I will continue to push this administration to release all federal resources available to get Georgians online quickly and efficiently.” “Our historic bipartisan i… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-capito-lead-bipartisan-drive-safer-sunday-resolution-ahead-of-thanksgiving-holiday/ Warnock, Capito Lead Bipartisan Drive Safer Sunday Resolution Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday 2025-11-25 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senators Reverend Warnock and Capito are introducing the bipartisan Drive Safer Sunday resolution ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The Sunday after Thanksgiving is typically one of the busiest and most dangerous driving weekends of the year The resolution urges Americans traveling on roads and highways this Thanksgiving holiday to drive safer to reduce death and injury that can result from motor vehicle crashes Nearly 82 million Americans are projected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, making Thanksgiving the single busiest holiday for travel Senator Reverend Warnock: “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” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) led the introduction of the bipartisan Drive Safer Sunday resolution to encourage Americans nationwide to exercise greater caution in their holiday travels. Nearly 82 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Thanksgiving holiday period, making it the single busiest holiday for travel in the U.S. “Driving with patience and focus is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and the people you care about,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “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.” “With so many Americans on the road to visit loved ones, the Sunday after Thanksgiving consistently ranks as one of the busiest travel days of the year,” said Senator Capito. “I’m proud to help reintroduce the Drive Safer Sunday resolution, which encourages everyone to exercise greater caution so they can return home safely.” The Drive Safer Sunday resolution encourages all Americans to exercise greater caution in their holiday travels during a period of historically increased traffic incidents and fatalities. This year’s domestic travel forecast includes an additional 1.… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/its-past-time-that-we-had-serious-questions-about-affordability-warnock-highlights-severe-price-increases-awaiting-georgians-in-finance-committee-exchange/ “It’s Past Time That We Had Serious Questions About Affordability”: Warnock Highlights Severe Price Increases Awaiting Georgians in Finance Committee Exchange 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In Wednesday’s Senate Finance Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock questioned Urban Institute senior fellow Jason Levitis on the impact that expiring Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits will have on Georgians who purchase their care through GeorgiaAccess.gov Georgians who get their health plans on GeorgiaAccess.gov could see health care premiums more than double for 2026 due to cuts allowed in Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill 1.2 million Georgians are at risk of losing coverage due to the Republican legislation Senator Reverend Warnock: “If we fail to act now, America’s two-tier health system will get even worse” Watch Senator Reverend Warnock at Wednesday’s Finance Committee hearing HERE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) highlighted the consequences that the elimination of zero-dollar premiums will have on Georgia and other non-expansion states across the country in an exchange with Urban Institute senior fellow Jason Levitis during a Senate Finance Committee hearing. Thanks to Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill, Georgians’health care premiums have more than doubled for 2026 on average. The increased cost of health care for Georgians who purchase their care through GeorgiaAccess.gov will likely make it more difficult for hundreds of thousands of Georgians across the state to make ends meet. “If we fail to act now, America’s two-tier health system will get even worse,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “In some states, you can work a full-time job—again, for folks who like to talk about the importance of work—I believe in the dignity of work. You can work a full-time job, have full coverage plans with zero monthly premiums. In other states [that haven’t expanded Medicaid], you will be stuck with a $600 bill, or more, making $20,000 a year. All because of where you live. And Congress is about to make it worse.” Due to health care cuts allowed in President Trump and Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill signed into law in July,… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-exempt-trafficking-survivors-restitution-from-federal-taxes/ Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Exempt Trafficking Survivors’ Restitution from Federal Taxes 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock is joining a bipartisan group of his Senate Colleagues to introduce the Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act This legislation would prevent the civil damages, restitutions, and other monetary awards of human trafficking victims from being federally taxed In 2021, 60% of Georgia’s human trafficking victims were forced to pay restitution, which is above the national average The Federal Bureau of Investigation has ranked Atlanta as one of the top 14 cities in America for human trafficking Senator Reverend Warnock: “I am proud to join this legislation to ease the lifelong financial burdens that so many of these victims face” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) today introduced the Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act, which would exempt civil damages, restitution, and other monetary awards given to human trafficking survivors from federal income taxes. It would also codify current Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidance that makes restitution payments made to survivors in criminal cases free from federal income taxes. In addition to Senator Warnock, Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Ron Wyden (D-OR) and James Lankford (R-OK) and U.S. Representatives Jodey Arrington (TX-R-19) and Brad Schneider (IL-D-10) also co-lead the introduction. “Human trafficking is one of the most horrendous and inhumane things we continue to face in modern society,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “I am proud to join this legislation to ease the lifelong financial burdens that so many of these victims face. Although money cannot undo the harms they’ve suffered, it can usher in new opportunities for victims of these heinous crimes.” “Texans who have been exploited, coerced, or forced into involuntary sexual acts or labor should not have to pay taxes on the payments awarded to them after enduring such a horrific crime,” said Senator Cornyn. “Providing these survivors with tax-relief is one small step we can take to alleviate some of the burden on their journey to healing.” … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-lujan-merkley-lead-colleagues-in-demanding-answers-on-unlawful-head-start-funding-delays-worsened-by-shutdown/ Warnock, Luján, Merkley Lead Colleagues in Demanding Answers on Unlawful Head Start Funding Delays Worsened by Shutdown 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Earlier this year, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that the Trump Administration illegally withheld Head Start funds Senators Reverend Warnock and Luján are the only two Head Start alumni to serve in the U.S. Senate Senator Warnock continues to fight for Head Start and other federal education grant programs Warnock, Lawmakers: “We strongly urge HHS to take immediate steps to ensure Head Start funds were delivered promptly and equitably to serve the children and families who depended on them, especially as the government shutdown and limited funding threatened to disrupt services for the 134 grantees whose programs are November 1st grant recipients” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Ben Jay Luján (D-NM), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) led 19 Senate colleagues in a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought demanding answers regarding delays in disbursing Head Start funds, which the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found violated federal law. In the letter, the senators highlight how these delays, worsened by the government shutdown, forced programs to reduce services, temporarily close classrooms, lay off staff, and left thousands of children and families without critical early learning and family support. Further, the senators call for immediate clarification on authorization of the delays, legal rationale, and measures to prevent recurrence, as well as assurances that Head Start programs can continue providing inclusive services for children with disabilities. “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. These issues were compounded by the government shutdown, which created an additional and immediate crisis for Head Start programs,” … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-defines-americas-spiritual-crisis-at-georgetown-universitys-center-on-faith-and-justice/ Warnock Defines America’s Spiritual Crisis at Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice 2025-11-18 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock joined students and faculty of Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice, delivering a speech defining America’s “spiritual crisis” Following his remarks, Senator Warnock took questions from the audience and urged the students not to give in to despair and fight to help fix a broken political system Senator Reverend Warnock: “This is spiritual work. It is about restoring the covenant that we share with one another” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) delivered a speech at Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice, defining what he describes as America’s spiritual crisis. The Senator made the case that decades of economic distress and a broken political system have created a spiritual crisis in our country. He argued that addressing economic needs is “holy work.” “This is spiritual work. It is about restoring the covenant that we share with one another,” said Senator Warnock. During his remarks, Senator Warnock addressed the continuing fight around affordable health care, the recent government funding resolution, the GOP tax bill from earlier in the year, and much more. Senator Warnock likened the economic distress of the past few decades to a “low-grade fever”. Arguing that failure by Washington to address these problems amount to a rupture in the creed that we share. “Decades of this low grade fever left untreated has brought us to where we are today: A nation in crisis, a nation that has become disconnected from the values that make us who we are, a nation where we no longer see our neighbors as crucial to our own success, but as competitors in a competition for scarce resources, these deficits in a wealthy nation…speak to a spiritual deficit that at its core is a lapse in the covenant that we have with one another,” Senator Warnock explained. “You’re not only looking at a United States Senator. You’re not just looking at the pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, but you’re looking at someone whose life is a testament to the tra… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-rounds-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-support-military-families-during-required-relocations/ Warnock, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Military Families During Required Relocations 2025-11-18 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock is introducing the Assuring Navigation of Compact Help for Ongoing Relocation (ANCHOR) for Military Families Act, bipartisan legislation that would ensure military families receive clear information about relocation resources when they receive orders to relocate These include school enrollment procedures, housing assistance, spouse employment support, and special education services Military families move every two to three years through the Permanent Change of Station (PCS) process; the average military child changes schools six to nine times between kindergarten and high school There are approximately 24,000 servicemembers with children living in Georgia Senator Warnock: “This bipartisan legislation will equip Georgia military families with the information and resources needed to make their required relocations as seamless as possible” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) introduced bipartisan legislation to directly support military families when they are ordered to relocate to a new base. The Assuring Navigation of Compact Help for Ongoing Relocation (ANCHOR) for Military Families Act (or ANCHOR for Military Families Act) would require the Department of Defense (DOD) to give military families clear, timely information about relocation resources when they receive orders to relocate. Similar legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives and is being led by Congresswoman Emily Randall (D-WA-06) and Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01). The legislation is also supported by several organizations, including Blue Star Families, Partners in Promise, Association of Secondary School Principals, and Secure Families Initiatives. “This bipartisan legislation will equip Georgia military families with the information and resources needed to make their required relocations as seamless as possible,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/listen-warnock-discusses-dual-role-of-pastor-in-the-senate-on-nprs-humankind/ LISTEN: Warnock Discusses Dual Role of Pastor in the Senate On NPR’s Humankind 2025-11-17 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock sat down with long-time NPR radio host David Freudberg to talk about the current political discourse and rhetoric on NPR’s Humankind podcast During the conversation, Senator Warnock discussed how faith and service are intertwined in his work serving as the first Black Senator from Georgia Senator Reverend Warnock: “Ordinary people can change the world, can be a force in human history” Washington, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) sat down with David Freudberg, host of NPR’s Humankind podcast. During the conversation, the two discussed the role of Senator Warnock’s faith and some of his mentors have played in his work serving as the first Black Senator from Georgia. “Ordinary people can change the world, can be a force in human history, and it is a reminder, when in moments like these, I’m reminded that evil always goes too far, and therefore it contains within itself the seed of its own destruction. We just have to help it, and so I’m going to keep pushing, and I’m going to keep the faith,” said Senator Warnock. The two also talked about the alarming rise in violent political speech and rhetoric. “You know, the wonderful thing about a democracy is that we have noisy arguments, rambunctious arguments, and we have to remind ourselves that the reason we have those noisy arguments is to avoid violence. We shouldn’t have the arguments in order to encourage violence, but we have those arguments instead of war, instead of violence. It’s something that I take very seriously,” the Senator continued. The episode is available to listen to HERE on NPR. See below transcripts of key excerpts from the interview: Senator Warnock on the role faith plays in the political discourse: (DF): “Where does God’s power enter into the picture?” (SRW): “Oh, it’s always in the midst of the struggle. If you want to see God, it’s in the story of Jesus, born in Bethlehem, raised in a forgotten place called Nazareth. It’s always in the faces of the poor and in the faces of ordinary … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-marshall-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-celebrating-first-generation-college-students/ Warnock, Marshall Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating First-Generation College Students 2025-11-14 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper November 8, 2025 is now designated as “National First-Generation College Celebration Day” Senators Reverend Warnock and Marshall were both first-generation college students Senator Reverend Warnock: “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” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) introduced a bipartisan resolution designating November 8, 2025, as “National First-Generation College Celebration Day.” November 8th is the anniversary of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965 becoming law. The HEA made landmark investments in increasing college access for first-generation college students, notably by expanding federal financial aid. “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. It is a major accomplishment that deserves recognition,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “That is why I am so proud to lead this bipartisan resolution that celebrates first-generation college graduates on November 8th.” “Being a first-generation college student taught me that America offers incredible opportunities, but it takes grit and determination to seize them,” said Senator Marshall. “National First-Generation College Celebration Day allows us to celebrate the first-generation students who are blazing new trails, embracing big dreams, and proving what’s possible. Their journeys remind us why expanding access, support, and pathways to education remains so important. It’s great to be partnering with Senator Warnock on this resolution.” The resolution recognizes the important role that first-generation college students play in helping develop the nation’s future workforces. The resolution also celebrates the Higher Education Act of 1965 and the programs that have helped underrepresented students access higher education. Senato… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-secures-federal-investments-for-georgia-communities-in-government-funding-legislation/ Warnock Secures Federal Investments for Georgia Communities in Government Funding Legislation 2025-11-10 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock secured $396 million in federal funding for projects in communities across Georgia The Senator voted to support the agriculture, rural development, and military construction bills on August 1, 2025 The funding includes $855,000 for the food bank Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia to build a kitchen to prepare meals for low-income children and seniors Senator Warnock also secured over $1 million for Baxley and Appling County Hospital to upgrade the hospital’s HVAC system to ensure a safe, healthy, and energy-efficient environment for patients and employees Over $380 million of the funding will go towards infrastructure upgrades at military installations across Georgia, including $127 million to construct a new elementary school at Fort Benning in Columbus Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) secured approximately $396 million in federal funding for community improvement projects and infrastructure upgrades at military installations across Georgia in recently passed government funding legislation. The funding was secured in the agriculture and rural development and military construction bills, two of the twelve annual appropriations bills that fund the federal government. The Senator voted to pass this legislation on August 1, 2025. Over $380 million of the funding will go towards infrastructure upgrades at military installations across Georgia. Over $12 million will support projects in South Georgia, investing in public safety, food access for low-income Georgians, rural hospital infrastructure, and more. The funding for South Georgia includes $855,000 for the food bank Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia to build a kitchen to prepare meals for low-income children and seniors. Senator Warnock also secured over $1 million for Baxley and Appling County Hospital to upgrade the hospital’s HVAC system to ensure a safe, healthy, and energy-efficient environment for patients and employees. As a champion for Georgia’s servicemembers and military communities, Senator … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-funding-bill-no-vote/ Warnock Statement on Funding Bill “No” Vote 2025-11-10 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement after he voted “NO” on government funding legislation that did not provide relief to the 1.2 million Georgians who risk seeing their health care premiums double next year. I voted “NO” on tonight’s proposal because it doesn’t provide relief to the 1.2 million Georgians who are about to see their health care premiums double and more. People cannot afford that. At the same time, I understand the overwhelming pain that has been inflicted on people in my state by President Trump and Republicans, from needlessly firing federal workers, including 600 CDC workers last month in Georgia, to forcing some of our most vulnerable families and children to go hungry by eliminating SNAP benefits. Choosing between making health care affordable and stopping the endless chaos and damage of this President, including starving hungry children and seniors, should never be a decision we have to make in the United States. But this is Donald Trump’s terrifying vision of America. That’s why we must continue the fight for health care, no matter the outcome of this vote, and we must hold the President accountable. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/its-not-about-them-and-its-not-about-me-its-about-the-people-we-represent-warnock-urges-colleagues-to-come-together-to-end-shutdown/ “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 2025-11-07 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper ***WATCH HERE*** Washington, D.C. – Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) urged his Senate colleagues to come together and work towards an agreement to re-open the government and restore expiring health care premium tax credits on behalf of the 22 million Americans at risk of losing coverage under Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill. The compromise proposal would add a clean, one-year extension of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credit and reopen the government. This proposal ensures working families who get their coverage through the ACA marketplace would see minimal disruption to the cost of their monthly premiums in 2026. “We come to our sisters and our brothers on the other side and we extend the hand of compromise,” said Senator Warnock. “Because it hasn’t taken me long to learn that really that’s the only way you get anything done in this body. I work all the time with colleagues with whom I disagree about 90% of the time. Because it’s not about them, and it’s not about me, it’s about the people we represent.” “In the words of Scripture, ‘let us reason together’,” continued Senator Warnock. “Let us have a conversation. Let’s re-open the government. Let’s extend health care to folks who – in real time – are opening up the portal, and they have sticker shock. And then let’s sit down and figure it out, because if we’re honest, the status quo is not working very well for anybody. Anybody who’s just trying to defend the status quo has not been talking to ordinary people. There are a lot of things that need to be fixed, and we can do that, but we got to re-open the government and give the people a little bit of hope.” Read the full transcript of Senator Reverend Warnock’s remarks below and watch HERE. “I believe in health care. Your health, my mother told me a long time ago, is everything. So, take care of your health. It is vital. It is essential. And I believe that health care is a human right, and it is certainly something that the wealthiest nation on the pla… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-supports-bipartisan-legislation-to-pay-air-traffic-controllers-tsa-agents-during-government-shutdown/ Warnock Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Pay Air Traffic Controllers, TSA Agents During Government Shutdown 2025-11-06 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock is supporting the bipartisan Keep America Flying Act to ensure essential air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers receive both back pay and ongoing pay during the shutdown Georgia is home to the world’s busiest airport and approximately 800 air traffic controllers and over 1,700 TSA agents who help ensure the safety of over 55 million air travelers each year With holiday travel approaching, Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers get the pay they are owed Senator Warnock: “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” Washington, D.C. – Today, ahead of the holiday travel season, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) cosponsored bipartisan legislation to pay air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers during the federal government shutdown. Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers get the pay they are owed. “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. The American people and our federal workers must not be held hostage by Washington politicians’ games,” said Senator Warnock. With approximately 14,000 air traffic controllers and 61,000 Transportation Security Administration employees nationwide being forced to work without pay, the Keep America Flying Act is designed to avoid shutdown-related flight disruptions. This bipartisan bill is supported by the National Association of Air Traffic Controllers. Senator Warnock previously broke with his own party and voted for the Shutdown Fairness Act, which would have provided funding to pay excepted federal employees and certain contractors during the… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-highlights-false-choice-between-health-care-and-food-access-during-government-shutdown/ ICYMI: Warnock Highlights False Choice Between Health Care and Food Access During Government Shutdown 2025-11-04 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock visited Goodr Grocery in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the harm of the Trump Administration’s attempt to block SNAP benefits for 1.4 million Georgians The Trump Administration attempted to cut off food access for working families to gain political leverage in shutdown negotiations The visit follows recent federal court rulings demanding the administration use available funding to continue food aid for 42 million Americans during the shutdown Atlanta, GA –– U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) recently visited Goodr Community Market in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the consequences of the Trump Administration’s attempt to cut off SNAP access in order to gain leverage in shutdown negotiations. Senator Warnock met with owner Jasmine Crowe-Houston to discuss the impacts that the confusion over SNAP funding during the shutdown is having on her small business and on members of the community relying on this critical aid. Media coverage of Senator Warnock’s visit to Goodr can be found below: Fox 5: Warnock criticizes Trump administration over SNAP funding pause During a visit to a community market in Atlanta’s Edgewood neighborhood Monday, Warnock said the delay in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments, known as SNAP, is hurting families who depend on the aid. “SNAP recipients were not in this fight,” Warnock told reporters. “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.” Warnock said Georgians trying to renew their health insurance during the shutdown are finding their costs sharply higher. “What’s at stake right now is that we have some 1.2 million Georgians who, are opening up the portal and they’re seeing that their health care costs have doubled,” he said. “And for some, it is triple and quadruple. That’s what this fight was about, and that’s what it is about.” AP: Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-highlights-false-choice-between-health-care-and-food-access-during-government-shutdown/ Warnock Highlights False Choice Between Health Care and Food Access During Government Shutdown 2025-11-04 2025 2025-11 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock visited Goodr Grocery in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the harm of the Trump Administration’s attempt to block SNAP benefits for 1.4 million Georgians The Trump Administration attempted to cut off food access for working families to gain political leverage in shutdown negotiations The visit follows recent federal court rulings demanding the administration use available funding to continue food aid for 42 million Americans during the shutdown Senator Warnock: “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. They are literally pitting sick people against hungry people… And so, as a voice for Georgia, I’m going to continue to fight for health care because it’s a matter of life and death, and I’m going to keep fighting for these SNAP recipients, because food is a matter of life and death” Above: Senator Warnock meets with Goodr founder and owner Jasmine Crowe-Houston Atlanta, GA – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) visited Goodr Community Market in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the consequences of the Trump Administration’s attempt to cut off SNAP access in order to gain leverage in shutdown negotiations. Senator Warnock met with owner Jasmine Crowe-Houston to discuss the impacts that the confusion over SNAP funding during the shutdown is having on her small business and on members of the community relying on this critical aid. “As I stand here, this reminds me of the human costs of the public policy we make so often in Washington, D.C. People have made the politics about the politicians, and in no place do you see that clearer than when you have something like a government shutdown. Too often, the media wants to know who’s winning, Democrats or Republicans, who’s up and who’s down. I can tell you that the people who live in this neighborhood, who sit in the pews of my church, aren’t thinking about the politicians. They’re thinki… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-cosponsors-bipartisan-legislation-to-pay-aviation-workers-during-government-shutdown/ ICYMI: Warnock Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Pay Aviation Workers During Government Shutdown 2025-10-31 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock co-sponsored the bipartisan Keep America Flying Act to ensure essential air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers receive both back pay and ongoing pay during the 2025 government shutdown Georgia is home to the world’s busiest airport and approximately 800 air traffic controllers and over 1,700 TSA agents who help ensure the safety of over 55 million air travelers each year With holiday travel approaching, Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers get the pay they are owed Recently, Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a 10% flight reduction at 40 high-traffic airports across the country, including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ICYMI from Fox 5 Atlanta: Sen. Warnock: ‘Georgians can travel with peace of mind’ Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) cosponsored the bipartisan Keep America Flying Act to pay air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers during the federal government shutdown. Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers can get the pay they are owed. “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. The American people and our federal workers must not be held hostage by Washington politicians’ games,” said Senator Warnock. With approximately 14,000 air traffic controllers and 61,000 Transportation Security Administration employees nationwide being forced to work without pay, the Keep America Flying Act is designed to avoid shutdown-related flight disruptions. This bipartisan bill is supported by the National Association of Air Traffic Controllers. Senator Warnock previously broke with his own party and voted for the Shutdown Fairness Act, which would have provided funding to pay excepted federal employees and certain co… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-confronts-usda-ig-nominee-on-past-record/ ICYMI: Warnock confronts USDA IG nominee on past record 2025-10-30 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Video of the exchange reached over 400,000 views across social media platforms overnight In the exchange, Senator Reverend Warnock grills Trump nom on his characterization that now eliminated federal food bank funding was a “slush fund” Senator Reverend Warnock: “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. And they tell me that canceling this federal support has made it harder to feed hungry Georgians, and has meant that more families and children in Georgia go hungry” ICYMI from Agriculture Policy outlet The Hagstrom Report: Warnock confronts USDA IG nominee on past record Washington, D.C. – ICYMI, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) grilled U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Inspector General nominee John Walk about his May 2025 letter to Senator Warnock, which he called now eliminated federal food bank funding a “slush fund.” Mr. Walk said he had no recollection of referring to this life-saving funding as a “slush fund.” The video clip of the exchange has gone viral across social media platforms. Prior to this nomination, Mr. Walk served as Acting Deputy Under Secretary for the Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services when the Administration made the decision to cut $500 million from food banks. That included 2 million gallons of milk, 27 million pounds of chicken, 67 million eggs, and 10 million pounds of dried fruit that was set to go to millions of American children and families. Mr. Walk said he was not involved in the elimination of $500 million in food bank funding, but inexplicably was one of the leading voices at USDA defending the decision to members of Congress. “Mr. Walk, do you still stand by your categorization of the emergency food assistance program as a quote slush fund?” Senator Reverend Warnock asked Mr. Walk. “You’re not aware of your own letter? That’s a pretty serious accusation that funds intended to go to food banks to suppo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-demands-answers-from-trump-administration-on-hyundai-plant-immigration-raid/ Warnock Demands Answers from Trump Administration on Hyundai Plant Immigration Raid 2025-10-30 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock demanded answers from the Trump Administration regarding the recent immigration raid at the HL-GA battery plant construction site in South Georgia This latest oversight effort builds on his recent efforts to fight for the fair treatment of detainees and oppose unnecessarily aggressive immigration enforcement tactics Senator Warnock: “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” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) demanded answers from the Trump Administration on the September immigration raid at the HL-GA battery plant construction site in South Georgia. In an oversight letter to top Trump Administration officials, Senator Warnock expressed his concerns regarding harsh tactics in immigration raids and subsequent damaging impacts on economic investments in Georgia. “This raid’s nearly 500 arrests have seemingly not resulted in any significant criminal or civil enforcement actions. Meanwhile, its handling raises serious questions regarding this Administration’s enforcement priorities—particularly its stated commitment to combating violent crime, respect for civil rights and due process, and support for economic growth in Georgia and international trade with our allies,” Senator Warnock said in his oversight letter. “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,” Senator Warnock continued. The letter closes with a series of questions for the Trump Administration, seeking clarity on the circumstances of the investigation into HL-GA, the motivations for the raid, the operational log… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-grills-trump-nom-who-called-food-bank-funding-a-slush-fund/ Warnock Grills Trump Nom Who Called Food Bank Funding a “Slush Fund” 2025-10-30 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Today, Senator Reverend Warnock grilled Trump Administration nominee about his involvement in the Trump Administration’s decision to cancel $500 million of funding for food banks in March 2025 Trump Administration nominee did not recall referring to that now-eliminated funding as a “slush fund” The Atlanta Community Food Bank, who was directly impacted by the $500 million cut, told Axios the organization is now helping 70% more people than it was three years ago due to the rising cost of living WATCH THE FULL EXCHANGE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) grilled U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Inspector General nominee John Walk about his May 2025 letter to Senator Warnock, which he called now-eliminated federal food bank funding a “slush fund.” Mr. Walk said he had no recollection of referring to this life-saving funding as a “slush fund.” Prior to this nomination, Mr. Walk served as Acting Deputy Under Secretary for the Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services when the Administration made the decision to cut $500 million from food banks. That included 2 million gallons of milk, 27 million pounds of chicken, 67 million eggs, and 10 million pounds of dried fruit that was set to go to millions of American children and families. Mr. Walk said he was not involved in the elimination of $500 million in food bank funding, but inexplicably was one of the leading voices at USDA defending the decision to members of Congress. “Mr. Walk, do you still stand by your categorization of the emergency food assistance program as a quote slush fund?” Senator Reverend Warnock asked Mr. Walk.“You’re not aware of your own letter? That’s a pretty serious accusation that funds intended to go to food banks to support hungry people is a slush fund. Food banks in Georgia disagree with that characterization, I’ll tell you that. And they tell me that canceling this federal support has made it harder to feed hungry Georgians, and has meant that more families and children in Georgia go hungry.” The S… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymiwarnock-votes-to-pay-federal-workers-amid-shutdown/ ICYMI: Warnock Votes to Pay Federal Workers Amid Shutdown 2025-10-27 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock voted “Yes” for the Shutdown Fairness Act. The legislation would have paid federal workers during the shutdown, including TSA Agents, federal law enforcement, and the military The legislation failed by a 54-45 vote Senator Warnock: “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” Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) voted “Yes” on the Shutdown Fairness Act, legislation that would have provided permanent funding to federal agencies to pay the salaries and benefits of employees and contractors who are required to work during a government shutdown. Senator Warnock has also voted seven times on legislation to reopen the government and extend premium tax credits that would keep premiums from doubling on average for 1.2 million Georgians. Select coverage of Senator Warnock’s vote to support federal workers can be found below: CNN: Sen. Warnock says he supported GOP bill to pay some federal ​workers because they shouldn’t be “punished” Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock explained today that his vote in favor of Republicans’ bill to continue paychecks for some federal employees working through the shutdown was because he didn’t want to see workers punished. “I think that the Republicans are tragically holding the American people who need health care hostage. They’re holding federal workers hostage, and just because they’ve decided to shut down the government doesn’t mean that these workers ought to be punished,” the Georgia Democrat said. “And so some of these folks that they’re holding hostage had a path to get some relief, I’m happy to offer that to them. Meanwhile, I’m fighting for health care.” Warnock was one of three Democrats who voted in favor of GOP Senator Ron Johnson’s bill, which would not cover furlough… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-closure-of-gm-ga-innovation-center/ Warnock Statement on Closure of GM GA Innovation Center 2025-10-27 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper According to General Motors (GM), the Roswell-based Innovation Center will close in December Reporting indicates the closure is due to increased tariffs and the Trump Administration’s walk back of electric vehicle (EV) tax credits, which is slowing EV sales The center employs approximately 900 Georgians ICYMI from the NYT: Slowing Electric Vehicle Sales Will Cost GM $1.6 Billion Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement after General Motors announced it would close its Roswell-based Innovation Center. According to GM, the Innovation Center serves as a hub for software development, IT operations, and connected vehicle technologies. “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. Folks in Washington are working for billionaires and special interests, not hard-working Georgians. I will always fight to protect pro-business tax credits and smart tariff policies.” In his first term, Senator Warnock helped pass historic policies that spurred a new age of domestic manufacturing and increased demand for high-tech electric vehicles, including creating a $7,500 tax credit for American-made EVs and growing the nation’s charging network. President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, supported unanimously by Georgia’s Governor and Republican Congressional delegation, rolled back key industry-boosting tax credits and policies, while the President illegally withheld money for states to grow their EV charging networks. These reckless policies not only harmed GM, but also Georgia-employer Hyundai, whose South Georgia Mega-site will manufacture EVs. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-highlights-health-care-increases-impact-on-georgia-small-businesses-in-aging-committee-exchange/ Warnock Highlights Health Care Increases, Impact on Georgia Small Businesses in Aging Committee Exchange 2025-10-24 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In Wednesday’s Senate Aging Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock questioned businessman Mark Cuban on the impact higher premium costs will have on small businesses across the country Georgians who get their health plans on GeorgiaAccess.gov could see health care premiums more than double for 2026 due to cuts allowed in Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Senator Warnock has made protecting health care for the 1.2 million Georgians at risk of losing coverage because of the OBBB his highest priority during budget negotiations to reopen the government In Georgia, over 99% – or 1.4 million businesses – are considered “small” Senator Reverend Warnock: “This gut punch for small businesses impacts the overall economy because small businesses are such a big part of our economy” Watch Senator Reverend Warnock at Wednesday’s Aging Committee hearing HERE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) questioned businessman Mark Cuban during a Senate Aging Committee hearing on the impact higher premium costs will have on small businesses across the country. Thanks to Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill, Georgians’health care premiums have more than doubled for 2026. These increases could devastate Georgia’s small business community, forcing business owners to spend more on their health costs, leaving less capital for investment and growth. “This [left] is the cost of the premium for a senior in 2025,” said Senator Warnock gesturing toward the poster behind him. “This person is 62 years old, a small business owner in Georgia, taking home just $65,000 in 2025. The other side [right] shows the cheapest option for that same Georgian. So, $228.17 a month. Now with the expiration of these tax premiums, $1,142.71. That’s quite a jump. How would this monthly jump affect that Georgian’s ability to grow her small business or even just make ends meet?” Due to health care cuts allowed in President Trump and Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Billsigned into law in July, ACA he… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-blasts-trump-administrations-decision-to-withhold-food-assistance-for-vulnerable-kids-families/ Warnock Blasts Trump Administration’s Decision to Withhold Food Assistance for Vulnerable Kids, Families 2025-10-23 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In an interview with MSNBC’s Chris Hayes, Senator Reverend Warnock called out the Trump Administration for using people as pawns following its choice to cut off food assistance amid the government shutdown despite having available resources In a new oversight effort, Senator Warnock urged the USDA to release the billions of dollars at its disposal to ensure Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits continue in November Senator Warnock on MSNBC: “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” Watch a clip of Senator Warnock on MSNBC HERE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) is calling out the Trump Administration’s decision to use people as pawns amid the government shutdown by cutting off funding for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that support vulnerable Georgians despite the federal government having available resources to keep the benefits going into November. “Let us be clear: 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. I was a free lunch kid. That’s how I got through school. I know what it’s like to need those benefits,” said Senator Warnock. “But here’s the thing, the folks, particularly in rural Georgia and rural parts of our country who benefit from the SNAP benefits, whether we’re talking about the beneficiaries themselves or the ways in which that is connected to the economy, those are the same folks who are also being robbed of their health care as they see those premiums double, triple, quadruple. Those are often the same people.” Senator Warnock concluded by urging Washington Republicans to stop playing games with people’s lives and instead focus on the work of reopening the gover… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-yes-vote-to-pay-essential-federal-workers-during-shutdown/ Warnock Statement on “Yes” Vote to Pay Essential Federal Workers During Shutdown 2025-10-23 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Today, Senator Warnock voted “Yes” on the Shutdown Fairness Act, legislation to pay essential federal workers, including TSA Agents, federal law enforcement, and the military Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement on his “Yes” vote for the Shutdown Fairness Act. The legislation provides permanent funding to federal agencies to pay the salaries and benefits of employees and contractors who are required to work during a 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. It’s critical these hardworking public servants get the pay they are owed but let us be clear: 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.” Senator Warnock has voted seven times on legislation to reopen the government and extend premium tax credits that would keep premiums from doubling on average for 1.2 million Georgians. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-advances-bipartisan-bill-to-establish-national-scenic-trail-connecting-southern-states/ Warnock Advances Bipartisan Bill to Establish National Scenic Trail Connecting Southern States 2025-10-21 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The bipartisan Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025 would authorize review of the regionally renowned trail to be designated a National Scenic Trail The legislation is first step toward granting federal designation of nearly 300-mile-long walking path along the Appalachian Mountains that connects Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina The legislation passed out of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry unanimously Senator Reverend Warnock: “By preserving the natural beauty of our landscapes, we invest in the endurance of our environment to pass along a world for future generations to enjoy. I am proud to work with Senator Tillis on this bipartisan legislation” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) advanced the bipartisan Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025, a key step towards designating the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail (NST) within the National Trails System. The Benton MacKaye Trail is a nearly 300-mile-long route that begins at Springer Mountain, Georgia, and spans over 80 miles in the state and an additional 200 miles in Tennessee and North Carolina. The trail has been protected and maintained by the volunteer organization the Benton MacKaye Trail Association since 1980. The legislation would authorize a mandatory study of the trail as a first step towards receiving an NST designation. Upon completion of the feasibility study, Congress may then add the trail to the National Trails System, ultimately establishing a new, federally protected footpath that will improve mobility for Americans traveling in and between Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. The legislation is led by Senators Warnock and Thom Tillis (R-NC). It is cosponsored by Senators Jon Ossoff (D-GA) and Ted Budd (R-NC). “This bipartisan legislation is a key step towards strengthening Georgia’s forests and green spaces, creating a bridge to connect communities, and investing in our rural economies,” said Senat… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-advances-bipartisan-priorities-through-key-committee-markup-2/ Warnock Advances Bipartisan Priorities Through Key Committee Markup 2025-10-21 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In Tuesday’s Senate Agriculture Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock advanced bipartisan priorities aimed at bolstering Georgia’s forests The legislative priorities help strengthen Georgia’s nation-leading forestry industry by providing state forestry agencies an active role in national wildfire preparedness and authorizing a study on the designation of the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail Georgia is the nation’s #1 forestry state Senator Warnock: “I’m proud to advance these bipartisan priorities to help ensure Georgia’s forest landowners are better protected from natural disasters, and so the people of Georgia can continue to enjoy our forests and green spaces for generations to come” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) successfully advanced bipartisan priorities aimed at bolstering Georgia’s forests. Senator Warnock offered an amendment during the committee markup to the Fix Our Forests Act (FOFA)that would provide state forestry agencies’ a more active role in the federal government’s effort to shore up wildfire preparedness. Senator Warnock also advanced his Benton MacKaye Trail Feasibility Study Act, a bill that would authorize a feasibility study on the designation of the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail (NST) within the National Trails System. More information HERE. During the markup, Senator Warnock highlighted his Disaster Reforestation Act, a bill that would amend the tax code to allow forest landowners to deduct the value of their timber prior to the loss caused by a natural disaster. Currently, forest landowners receive no guaranteed federal funding from disaster relief. The fix would provide permanent assurances and help landowners recover when their timber crops are destroyed by a natural disaster. The legislation was considered, but not voted on, during the markup. “Georgia’s forests are vital to our state’s economy,” said Senator Warnock. “I’m proud to advance these bipartisan priorities to help ensure Georgia’s forest l… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-new-findings-that-ga-to-lose-33600-jobs-if-health-insurance-tax-credits-expire/ Warnock Statement on New Findings that GA to Lose 33,600 Jobs if Health Insurance Tax Credits Expire 2025-10-21 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock refuses to support a government funding bill that does not prevent health insurance premiums from spiking for 1.2 million Georgians Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a statement following new reporting from George Washington University finding that Georgia will lose 33,600 jobs in the next year if Congress does not extend health care premium tax credits for Georgians who get their insurance on the Affordable Care Act marketplace, also known as Georgia Access. KFF found that, on average, Americans who rely on the marketplace for their health care will see their premiums double next year. “Funding health care is not just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do. Georgia stands to lose 33,600 jobs in the next 12 months alone if Congress does not get back to work to extend these tax credits. Let’s set partisan politics aside and prevent premiums from soaring for 1.2 million Georgians. ” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-joins-no-kings-rally-in-atlanta-to-reaffirm-power-of-the-people-over-politicians/ Warnock Joins No Kings Rally in Atlanta to Reaffirm Power of the People Over Politicians 2025-10-20 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper On Saturday, Senator Reverend Warnock joined an estimated 10,000 Georgians outside the Atlanta Civic Center for a No Kings Rally to denounce the executive overreach of the Trump Administration The Atlanta rally was one of over 40 events held across Georgia ICYMI from 11 Alive: Georgia’s Sen. Warnock calls protest essential to democracy at ‘No Kings’ rally Senator Warnock: “You cannot outsource democracy to anybody. You cannot outsource citizenship. It is all of us. That’s why they’re trying to divide us, because when all of us stand together and raise our voices, we win” Above: Senator Warnock speaks at the No Kings rally in Atlanta Atlanta, GA – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined an estimated 10,000 Georgians outside the Atlanta Civic Center for a No Kings rally to denounce the executive overreach of the Trump Administration. Senator Warnock encouraged the audience of thousands to stand up for democracy and make their voices heard every day. “You cannot outsource democracy to anybody. You cannot outsource citizenship. It is all of us. That’s why they’re trying to divide us, because when all of us stand together and raise our voices, we win,” Senator Warnock said. Above: Senator Warnock at the No Kings rally Photo credit: Abbey Cutrer/AJC “People are literally grabbing on me and they’re saying, ‘Keep fighting for us. Please fight for us.’ They say, ‘Keep standing up.’ They look at their preacher, and they say, ‘Give ’em hell…keep fighting.’ Well you have my promise. I am going to keep fighting for Georgia,” Senator Warnock said. In his remarks, Senator Warnock spoke out against cuts to the Atlanta-based CDC, which has seen its workforce cut by about 3,000 this year. According to the Georgia Recorder, the latest round of layoffs in October affected about 600 workers. Senator Warnock also spoke out against threats to health care tax credits, President Trump’s cruel immigration policies, and ongoing ICE raids around the country led by masked agents breaking apart families and communities. … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-urge-dod-inspector-general-to-call-for-inquiry-into-deployment-of-military-in-american-cities/ Warnock, Colleagues Urge DOD Inspector General to Call for Inquiry into Deployment of Military in American Cities 2025-10-17 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock and his Senate colleagues sent a letter to the Department of Defense (DOD) urging an inquiry into the recent deployments of active-duty and National Guard troops to American cities. Senator Reverend Warnock, Lawmakers: “Neither the active-duty military nor the National Guard are intended or trained at scale for the purposes that the Administration has claimed they are used for, including ‘crime-fighting.’ We are concerned that these domestic deployments erode the military’s and National Guard’s ability to prepare for their critical missions.” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined 26 of his Senate colleagues in an effort to urge the U.S. Department of Defense Acting Inspector General (DOD IG) Steven Stebbins to launch an inquiry into the recent domestic deployments of active-duty and National Guard troops to Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Portland, and Memphis. In the letter, the Senators underscore the illegality of the domestic troop deployments, which undermines military readiness and politicizes the nation’s military. “We write to express our concern about the deployment of U.S. troops to American cities, including in Los Angeles; Washington, DC; Portland; Chicago; and Memphis. The military’s expanded use to support immigration operations and domestic law enforcement activities at home is fundamentally un-Constitutional, dangerous for American civil rights, and risks straining military readiness and resources, weakening troop morale, undermining recruitment and retention, and eroding public trust in the military,” the Senators began the letter. “Neither the active-duty military nor the National Guard are intended or trained at scale for the purposes that the Administration has claimed they are used for, including ‘crime-fighting.’ We are concerned that these domestic deployments erode the military’s and National Guard’s ability to prepare for their critical missions.” “We urgently request that you initiate an inquiry into the cumula… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-durbin-statement-on-voting-rights-supreme-court-case/ Warnock, Durbin Statement on Voting Rights Supreme Court Case 2025-10-15 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in Louisiana v. Callais, which has the potential to gut key portions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 Senator Reverend Warnock has long fought to protect the voting rights of Georgians, including introducing legislation to restore critical safeguards of the original Voting Rights Act If Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 is overturned, up to 19 members of Congress representing minority populations could be redistricted out of their seats Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement on today’s oral arguments in Louisiana v. Callais: “All Americans should have a fair say in who represents them in Congress. Led by a President who tried stealing an election, Republicans have lost all respect for election integrity. We’re now witnessing a never-before-seen political pressure campaign to rig elections by enabling politicians to choose their voters—not the other way around. “Rather than tit-for-tat political games, the American people deserve stability at the voting booth. The Voting Rights Act has provided that consistency for decades—but faces escalating attacks from Republicans dead-set on politicizing election administration. “By ruling in favor of Black voters in Louisiana, the Supreme Court can protect fair representation for all Americans, especially those who have been historically disenfranchised by racial gerrymandering and other discriminatory voting practices. “Even better, we can secure our elections without relying on the Supreme Court. Congress must pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore voting protections and strengthen them.” Senator Warnock is a champion for voting rights, introducing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act in July 2025,which would update and restore critical safeguards of the original Voting Rights Act of 1965. Named in honor of the la… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-advances-priorities-for-georgia-servicemembers-in-senate-passed-defense-legislation/ Warnock Advances Priorities for Georgia Servicemembers in Senate-Passed Defense Legislation 2025-10-09 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Today, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), annual legislation that sets defense policy and priorities, authorizes defense spending The defense policy package includes numerous priorities Senator Reverend Warnock pushed for, including stronger transparency for military housing conditions and improved access to healthy, affordable food on military bases The legislation authorizes $130 million for Georgia military construction projects The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the NDAA ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense and play a critical role in America’s military strategic planning in the years to come Senator Warnock: “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to work together in a bipartisan way to support our troops who defend our freedoms” Washington D.C. — Today, the U.S. Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 70-20, with numerous priorities secured by U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) to support Georgia’s servicemembers, military families, and bases. The bipartisan defense bill will improve military housing, raise servicemember pay, authorize $130 million for Georgia military construction projects, and more. The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the legislation will strengthen quality of life for servicemembers and military families and ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense and plays a critical role in America’s military strategic planning in the years to come. The bill will be reconciled with the U.S. House of Representatives before going to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to wor… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-van-hollen-alsobrooks-lead-effort-to-protect-federal-workers-financial-health-during-shutdown/ Warnock, Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Lead effort to Protect Federal Workers’ Financial Health During Shutdown 2025-10-09 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The effort urges financial industry regulators to issue guidance encouraging financial institutions to work with federal employees and small businesses impacted by a government shutdown Senator Warnock continues to fight for the rights of federal workers The economic cost of a shutdown affects federal workers in every Congressional District in America, meaning that local economies will be harmed by federal worker furloughs Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) were joined by several of their colleagues in leading an effort to the heads of the federal financial regulatory agencies calling on them to immediately issue such guidance as federal workers, contractors, and small businesses face the prospect of struggling to make ends meet due to a crisis that was not of their doing. In the letter that Senators Warnock, Van Hollen, and Alsobrooks and Congressman Mfume sent today with 20 of their Congressional colleagues, the lawmakers called on the federal financial regulators to immediately take the steps that would be required under the legislation, noting that similar actions were taken during past shutdowns and financial institutions need clear regulatory assurance to act swiftly. The letter was sent to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Acting Chair Travis Hill, Federal Reserve System Vice Chair Michelle Bowman, Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould, National Credit Union Administration Chair Kyle Hauptman, Russell Vought in his capacity as acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and Conference of State Bank Supervisors Chair Tony Salazar. “We urge you to issue updated guidance encouraging your regulated institutions to work with individuals and small businesses impacted by the government shutdown,” the lawmakers wrote. “We hope that financial institutions will recognize the temporary hardship caused by unexpected gaps in pay and respond by taking steps to prevent adverse information from … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/this-is-what-im-fighting-for-warnock-highlights-georgians-shocking-premium-spikes/ “This is What I’m Fighting For”: Warnock Highlights Georgians’ Shocking Premium Spikes 2025-10-03 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper On October 1, Georgians who purchase their health care on Georgia Access – the state-based online health care marketplace – were able to log on and see the new cost of their health care premiums for 2026 To the surprise of many, most of the health care plans offered for 2026 have more than doubled their premiums thanks to health care cuts allowed by Washington Republicans Senator Reverend Warnock has made clear that protecting health care for the 1.2 million Georgians at risk of losing coverage due to the legislation is his highest priority during budget negotiations to reopen the government Senator Warnock: “I cannot, in good conscience, support a budget that will allow health insurance premiums to double for more than 1.2 million Georgians” Anthem Bronze plan with same deductible, same co-pay, but 2025 premiums vs 2026 premiums for someone making $65k a year Note: A provision in One Big Beautiful Bill Act now requires all Bronze plans to include HSA eligibility starting in 2026 Washington, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) highlighted shocking news from constituents showing the cost differences for health insurance options between 2025 and 2026, in some cases the difference is almost $20,000 a year more. Most of the health care plans offered for 2026 have more than doubled thanks to health care cuts in Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was signed into law in July and provided massive tax breaks for billionaires. On October 1, Georgians who purchase their health care through the state-based online health care marketplace, Georgia Access, were, for the first time, able to see the new cost of their health care premiums for 2026. “I cannot, in good conscience, support a budget that will allow health insurance premiums to double for more than 1.2 million Georgians. D.C. Republicans control Congress. They decide if the government stays open,” said Senator Warnock. “If they want my vote on their budget, they need to put forward a bill that funds health care.”… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-teamsters-728-strike/ Warnock Statement on Teamsters Local 728 Strike 2025-10-02 2025 2025-10 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a statement on the Teamsters Local 728 strike: “In the words of my spiritual mentor, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,: ‘All labor has dignity,'” said Senator Warnock. “‘One day our society will come to respect the sanitation worker if it is to survive. For the person who picks up our garbage, in the final analysis, is as significant as the physician, for if he doesn’t do his job, diseases are rampant.’ I stand with Teamsters Local 728 fighting for the dignity of work and their effort to secure fairer pay.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/new-warnock-report-finds-trump-admin-delaying-nearly-500-million-in-disaster-aid-for-recovering-ga-communities/ New Warnock Report Finds Trump Admin Delaying Nearly $500 Million in Disaster Aid for Recovering GA Communities 2025-09-30 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Following the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene, Senator Warnock released a report detailing the true cost of the Trump administration’s delay in reimbursing Georgia communities for nearly half a billion dollars for recovery efforts Senator Reverend Warnock: “The Trump administration said they would support Georgians, instead they’re skipping out on the bill. Georgians have come together to rebuild after Helene. Now, it’s time for the Trump administration to do their job. This can’t wait any longer” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a new report that shows nearly $500 million in promised federal funding for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts remains unpaid. The funding, part of a disaster recovery bill championed by Senator Warnock in 2024, is meant to reimburse local communities for funds spent on recovery. Despite bipartisan Congressional support for the immediate delivery of disaster recovery funds, the distribution of aid has been stifled by bureaucratic red tape and chaos in the Trump administration. The report reveals that, as of September 22nd, counties across Georgia have millions of dollars in outstanding bills for recovery efforts which the federal government is required to reimburse. This includes $90 million in outstanding reimbursements for Toombs County, $78 million for Fulton County and the Georgia Department of Transportation, $38 million for Colquitt County, and $29 million for Richmond County. The funding is meant to cover expenses including emergency protective services, debris removal, and rebuilding public infrastructure. “The Trump administration said they would support Georgians, instead they’re skipping out on the bill. Georgians have come together to rebuild after Helene. Now, it’s time for the Trump administration to do their job. This can’t wait any longer.” said Senator Warnock. The report comes soon after the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene’s landfall on September 26th, 2024. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Senato… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-if-d-c-republicans-want-my-vote-on-their-budget-they-need-to-put-forward-a-bill-that-funds-health-care/ Warnock: If D.C. Republicans Want My Vote on Their Budget, They Need to Put Forward a Bill That Funds Health Care 2025-09-29 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper According to a new report, Georgia’s hospitals, doctors, and other health care businesses are facing nearly $4 billion in revenue cuts next year due to President Trump and Washington Republicans’ catastrophic cuts to health care The $3.7 billion cut is a direct result of Washington Republicans choosing to defund Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance tax credits, which are set to expire in December Most recent estimates find that about 460,000 Georgians are set to not renew their ACA health insurance Last week, Senator Warnock voted for legislation that would keep the government funded and protect health care for the more than 1 million Georgians set to see their premiums skyrocket under the current GOP spending agreement. Senate Republicans ultimately killed that legislation Senator Warnock: “D.C. Republicans control Congress. They decide if the government stays open. If they want my vote on their budget, they need to put forward a bill that funds health care” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) issued a statement outlining what it will take for Washington Republicans to secure his vote amid ongoing negotiations to fund the government. The Senator’s statement follows a new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Urban Institute that shows Georgia’s health care industry is set to lose nearly $4 billion in revenue next year as a result of Washington Republicans’ decision to allow Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance tax credits to expire at the end of 2025, taking away health care for 460,000 Georgians who rely on the ACA marketplace. “D.C. Republicans control Congress. They decide if the government stays open,” said Senator Warnock. “If they want my vote on their budget, they need to put forward a bill that funds health care.” Due to health care cuts in President Trump and Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law in July, ACA health insurance tax credits will expire at the end of the year unless extended by Congress. The … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-convenes-gun-violence-prevention-panel-to-address-national-epidemic/ Warnock Convenes Gun Violence Prevention Panel to Address National Epidemic 2025-09-26 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper On Thursday, Senator Reverend Warnock hosted a solutions-oriented conversation focused on bringing down gun violence across the country The panel included Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, and the former deputy director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention Greg Jackson “Youth Under Fire, Addressing Gun Violence in Our Communities” panel took place at the 54th Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Caucus Left to right: Senator Reverend Warnock, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, and Greg Jackson Washington, D.C. – On Thursday, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) hosted a solutions-oriented conversation focused on bringing down gun violence across the country. The panel included Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott and Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, who have both been responsible for significant drops in gun violence in their cities. The panel also included the former deputy director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention Greg Jackson, which successfully supported local gun violence prevention programs and shut down illegal gun suppliers. Senator Warnock uplifted the smart policies and leadership in Baltimore, Maryland, and Birmingham, Alabama, because both cities have seen declines in gun violence. Baltimore recorded its lowest annual rate of homicides in over a decade in 2024, which also marked a 23% total drop from 2023. Birmingham’s Police Department has reported a 52% reduction in homicides compared to 2024. The mayors credited the drop in gun violence in their cities to youth intervention programs and mental health resources. The mayors and Jackson also discussed their success in going after suppliers to get dangerous ghost guns and Glock switches off the street. “While we have made some progress… we have not done nearly enough. We have, in essence, told our children that in the face of this ugly specter of mass shootings… the best thing we can do for you is teach you how to hide,” Senator Reverend Wa… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-trump-admin-extending-georgia-pathways-program-after-nonpartisan-report-finds-failed-health-care-experiment-wasted-taxpayer-dollars/ Warnock Statement on Trump Admin Extending Georgia Pathways Program After Nonpartisan Report Finds Failed Health Care Experiment Wasted Taxpayer Dollars 2025-09-25 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The Trump Administration signed off on the extension of Georgia Pathways even as a new report commissioned by Senator Reverend Warnock found the failed program came in over budget and under delivered The nonpartisan report finds the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) wrongly approved higher federal matching rates for certain administrative costs, wasting taxpayer dollars In a new statement, Senator Warnock chastised the approved extension of Georgia Pathways as an immoral decision that only makes our country sicker and poorer Senator Warnock: “The only thing Pathways is incredibly effective at is barring working people from health coverage and making corporate consultants richer. If Republican politicians were serious about getting people to work, they would have closed the coverage gap nationwide and cut out the government bureaucracy” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a new statement after the federal government approved an extension of the Georgia Pathways health care program, which follows a new nonpartisan report commissioned by Senator Warnock highlighting how the program came in over budget and under delivered. “Georgia’s Pathways program ironically provides no reliable path to affordable health care for Georgians,” said Senator Warnock. “The only thing Pathways is incredibly effective at is barring working people from health coverage and making corporate consultants richer. If Republican politicians were serious about getting people to work, they would have closed the coverage gap nationwide and cut out the government bureaucracy. Today’s decision will continue to keep health care away from Georgians who need it most. It is wrong, it is immoral, and it only makes our country sicker and poorer.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-hyde-smith-pass-bipartisan-resolution-marking-annual-gold-star-families-remembrance-week/ Warnock, Hyde-Smith Pass Bipartisan Resolution Marking Annual Gold Star Families Remembrance Week 2025-09-23 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The bipartisan resolution designates the week of September 21-27 to recognize families of servicemembers who died in the line of duty This is the fifth year the Senators have collaborated on this bipartisan resolution to honor the contributions and sacrifices of the families of America’s fallen servicemembers Senator Warnock: “I am proud to recognize the bipartisan Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and honor the families of the servicemembers who sacrificed everything to keep us safe” Washington, D.C. –– This week, following the passage of their bipartisan resolution, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) marked the start of the annual Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. This resolution establishes September 21-27, 2025, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week, honoring the sacrifices made by the families of servicemembers who have given their lives in defense of the nation. “Our nation is indebted to the brave servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms. And their families, who also sacrificed immensely, deserve our recognition and support,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“I am proud to recognize the bipartisan Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and honor the families of the servicemembers who sacrificed everything to keep us safe. As long as I serve all Georgians in the U.S. Senate, I will be a champion for our servicemembers, veterans, and Gold Star families.” “In the same sense that we honor the fallen and our veterans, I think we have a duty to honor the families of the service members who lost their lives in service to our nation. They, too, have sacrificed for our freedoms,” Senator Hyde-Smith said. “I hope people in Mississippi and across the country will take time to reach out to Gold Star families during the 2025 Gold Star Families Remembrance Week.” The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) supports the annual resolution. “The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) appreciates Senators Hyde-Smith and Warnock f… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-ossoff-press-trump-administration-over-deaths-in-ice-custody/ Warnock, Ossoff Press Trump Administration Over Deaths in ICE Custody 2025-09-23 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Ten people died in ICE custody in the first half of 2025, the highest total for the same period since 2018 NPR: Georgia senators demand answers on more than a dozen deaths in immigration detention Senators Reverend Warnock, Ossoff: “We write with serious alarm regarding the rise in the number of deaths in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody nationwide. We are especially concerned by the deaths of two individuals in ICE custody in Georgia this year” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) are urging the Trump Administration to address deaths in ICE custody in Georgia. In a letter to Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem and Acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons, the Senators cited the delayed reporting of two deaths in ICE custody in Georgia and requested information on agency oversight of detention facilities and contractors. “We write with serious alarm regarding the rise in the number of deaths in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody nationwide. We are especially concerned by the deaths of two individuals in ICE custody in Georgia this year. We request that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and ICE immediately provide information about these individuals’ deaths and about the Trump administration’s plan to prevent further fatalities,” the Senators wrote. According to ICE’s Detainee Death Reporting website, ten people died in ICE custody in the first half of 2025, the highest total for the same period since 2018. In Georgia, according to reporting, Abelardo Avellaneda-Delgado, 68, died on May 5 during transport from the Lowndes County Jail to Stewart Detention Center by TransCor, a CoreCivic subsidiary contracted by ICE. His family has said he had no prior health conditions. On June 7, according to reporting, Jesus Molina-Veya, 45, died at Stewart Detention Center after being found unconscious in his cell. ICE reports indicate a ligature was found around his neck. … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-accepts-prestigious-constituent-service-award-for-hurricane-helene-response/ Warnock Accepts Prestigious Constituent Service Award for Hurricane Helene Response 2025-09-19 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock accepted the bipartisan Congressional Management Foundation’s (CMF) 2025 Democracy Award for Best Constituent Correspondence & Outreach Services This honor was awarded to Senator Warnock to recognize his office’s constituent communication on disaster response and recovery resources during and after Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in Georgia in September of last year Senator Warnock: “I often say that I’m not a Senator who used to be a pastor. I’m a pastor in the Senate. I’m used to walking with people even as I work for them. Sometimes we can’t solve these really big problems […] on a dime, but in the meantime, we do get to walk alongside people and just solve everyday issues” Above: Senator Warnock at the 2025 Democracy Awards Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) accepted the Congressional Management Foundation’s (CMF) 2025 Democracy Award for the best Constituent Correspondence & Outreach Services. The award follows the Senator and his office’s outreach efforts to communicate disaster response and recovery resources following Hurricane Helene’s Georgia landfall in September of 2024. The Senator accepted the award at the CMF’s Democracy Awards ceremony. In addition to Senator Warnock, the bipartisan CMF also recognized Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) for his correspondence & outreach services. “I often say that I’m not a Senator who used to be a pastor. I’m a pastor in the Senate. I’m used to walking with people even as I work for them. Sometimes we can’t solve these really big problems […] on a dime, but in the meantime, we do get to walk alongside people and just solve everyday issues,” Senator Warnock said in his acceptance remarks. Below are just a few of the Senator’s efforts providing constituent correspondence and outreach services around the time of Hurricane Helene: Alerted Georgians of the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance. Hosted community resource clinics across the state, helping connect 200 Georgians in rural comm… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/new-watchdog-report-spotlights-georgias-work-reporting-requirement-failures/ New Watchdog Report Spotlights Georgia’s Work Reporting Requirement Failures 2025-09-18 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper A new report commissioned by Senator Warnock, Senate Finance Ranking Member Wyden, Senator Ossoff, and House Energy and Commerce Ranking Member Representative Pallone shows how Georgia’s Pathways to Coverage program came in over budget and under delivered The report finds CMS wrongly approved higher federal matching rates for certain administrative costs, wasting taxpayer dollars Georgia’s Pathways to Coverage Medicaid work requirement program is the inspiration behind Congressional Republican’s health care work requirements in President Trump’s tax and spending legislation As a result of the legislation, millions of Americans across the country will lose their health insurance or see their premiums increase. In Georgia, as many as 750,000 people could be impacted Senator Warnock: “Now the entire country can see what we in Georgia already know – Georgia’s Medicaid work reporting requirement program is the real waste, fraud, and abuse” Washington, D.C. – Today, a new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report commissioned by U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Senate Finance Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-OR), Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA), and House Energy and Commerce Ranking Member Congressman Frank Pallone (D-NJ-06) unveiled for Georgia and the nation how Governor Kemp’s Pathways to Coverage Medicaid work reporting requirement program came in over budget and under delivered. The report shows that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) wrongly approved higher federal matching rates for certain Pathways administrative costs, wasting taxpayer dollars. The program was also found to be incredibly ineffective, enrolling only 3,500 individuals in the program in the first year, far short of the state’s first year goal of 25,028 enrollees. “Now the entire country can see what we in Georgia already know – Georgia’s Medicaid work reporting requirement program is the real waste, fraud, and abuse,” said Senator Warnock. “This report shows that Pathways is incredibly effective at barring working peo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-press-trump-admin-over-mistreatment-of-pregnant-women-in-ice-detention/ Warnock, Colleagues Press Trump Admin Over Mistreatment of Pregnant Women in ICE Detention 2025-09-18 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock led 28 of his Senate colleagues in a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Noem over allegations of mistreatment of pregnant women in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities According to a Senate Judiciary report, the Trump Administration is increasingly detaining pregnant women in facilities ill-equipped to manage their well-being and safety Since the start of the Trump administration, accurate information about the number of pregnant women in ICE custody has been difficult to confirm. Until this year, ICE provided semiannual reports to Congress on the number and treatment of pregnant, postpartum, and nursing women in immigration detention; however, this previously required reporting has now ceased Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and 28 of his Senate colleagues expressed grave concerns over the prevalence and treatment of pregnant, postpartum, and nursing women in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention. In a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem, the lawmakers demand that ICE stop detaining pregnant women absent exceptional circumstances and ask the agency to provide information about the number of pregnant women in its custody. The senators also ask for information on the treatment of pregnant, postpartum, and nursing women who are in ICE detention—and ask for a response no later than September 26th. A Government Accountability Office (GAO) study published in 2020 found that between 2016 and 2018, ICE detained pregnant women over 4,600 times. As Congress increased its oversight into the detention of pregnant women, that number dropped to just 158 pregnant, postpartum, and nursing women detained in the first half of Fiscal Year 2024. After President Trump took office this year, the Administration has stopped providing reports to Congress on the number of pregnant, postpartum, and nursing women in their custody. “We write to express grave concerns abou… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-urge-va-to-protect-veterans-from-overprescription-of-opioids/ Warnock, Colleagues Urge VA to Protect Veterans from Overprescription of Opioids 2025-09-18 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The son of a veteran, Senator Reverend Warnock has worked diligently to strengthen federal resources for Georgia’s veterans and their families The Senator’s call follows a report finding Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is failing to comply with Jason’s Law guidelines, which protect veterans from overprescription of opioids, since 2019 Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), joined their colleagues in demanding the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) strengthen compliance with Jason’s Law and improve the VA’s opioid prescribing practices for veterans. The effort comes after a report exposed internal VA audits which found lagging compliance with Jason’s Law and recent reporting exposed severe staffing shortages at VA medical centers. “The opioid and substance use disorder epidemic continues to have deadly impacts across the country making the VA pain and opioid safety programs critical to our veterans’ safety. We were troubled to see the lack of progress in compliance over recent years,” wrote the Senators in a letter to Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins. “Jason’s Law and the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act are saving lives, but VA must reach full compliance to continue this work and fulfill our nation’s promise to deliver world-class care to our veterans. There is urgency in ensuring each Veterans Health Administration facility achieves full compliance with the law and that funding is swiftly and effectively utilized.” Signed into law in 2016, the Jason Simcakoski Memorial Opioid Safety Act focuses on strengthening the VA’s opioid prescribing guidelines and improving pain management services. A recent report published by the Office of the Inspector General at the Department of Veterans Affairs identified internal VA audits that found there has not been significant improvement in compliance with Jason’s Law since 2019. In response, Senator Warnock is calling for the VA to develop a plan to achieve 100% compliance and identify the … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-ossoff-demand-answers-on-previously-unreported-cdc-staffing-cuts/ Warnock, Ossoff Demand Answers on Previously Unreported CDC Staffing Cuts 2025-09-18 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff pressed CDC Acting Director O’Neill for an explanation as to why public health experts and scientists hired under the Title 42 Service Fellowship Authority are seeing their appointments expire Under Secretary Kennedy’s failed leadership, the CDC has seen a mass dismissal of its personnel – actions that have been deeply damaging to the agency’s ability to fulfill its mission Earlier this month, Senator Warnock called on President Trump to fire Secretary Kennedy Secretary Kennedy’s incompetence has impacted chronic disease and cancer research, harmed efforts to protect service member’s health, and jeopardized America’s public health infrastructure to respond to infectious disease Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) asked Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Acting Director James O’Neill for an explanation as to why public health experts and scientists hired under the Title 42 Service Fellowship Authority are seeing their appointments expire. The Senators urge the new acting Director to reverse any plans to allow these appointments to expire and request answers to their questions regarding the agency’s plans. “Letting these Title 42 service fellowship and term appointments lapse effectively terminates these scientists and public health experts and is counterproductive and harmful to the CDC’s critical public health mission,” the senators write. The Title 42 Service Fellowship Authority allows CDC to hire “physicians, industrial hygienists, epidemiologists, health scientists, engineers, and data experts who provide the evidence that public health decisions are built on”. Title 42 service fellows include highly skilled scientists with expectational subject-matter expertise in cutting-edge public health area who fill key technical gaps. Last month, Senator Warnock reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Georgia’s CDC employees following the shooting at the CDC that claimed the life of a DeKalb County p… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-padilla-introduce-bill-to-ban-partisan-gerrymandering-nationwide/ Warnock, Padilla Introduce Bill to Ban Partisan Gerrymandering Nationwide 2025-09-18 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The Redistricting Reform Act would establish independent redistricting commissions and end mid-decade redistricting nationwide The introduction of the bill comes as Republicans lead state houses to bow to President Trump’s orders to redraw congressional maps in their favor Senator Reverend Warnock, a staunch advocate for voting rights, has long championed efforts that strengthen and protect the sacred right to vote In July, Senator Warnock introduced his John Lewis R. Voting Rights Advancement Act, a bill that would strengthen protections against discriminatory voting practices across the country Senator Reverend Warnock: “The redistricting fight playing out across the country is not healthy for our democracy” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) introduced the bicameral Redistricting Reform Act of 2025 to combat Republican efforts to rig the rules and implement partisan gerrymanders before the next census. The bill is co-led by Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA),Angus King (I-Maine), and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.). As Republicans in state houses across the country heed President Trump’s orders to redraw congressional maps in their favor, the bill would prohibit states from mid-decade redistricting and would require every state to adopt nonpartisan, independent redistricting commissions (IRCs). “The redistricting fight playing out across the country is not healthy for our democracy,” said Senator Warnock. “We have to do everything we can to push back against the cynical attempt by the President and his allies to rig the maps, and hold them accountable for taking health care away from 15 million people. That is why passing legislation on the federal level, like the Redistricting Reform Act of 2025, is so important. This legislation would require every state to adopt nonpartisan, independent redistricting commissions and would prohibit states from mid-decade redistricting. We can end partisan gerrymandering today and ensure every American has a voice in their democracy. I encourage my… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-secures-over-62-million-in-federal-funding-for-georgia-airports/ Warnock Secures Over $62 Million in Federal Funding for Georgia Airports 2025-09-18 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will receive $10,631,004 to reconstruct runway safety areas Spalding County will receive $8,585,737 to help construct a new Griffin-Spaulding airport Additional communities receiving federal funding include Albany, Americus, Augusta, Brunswick, Dawson, DeKalb County, Floyd County, Greensboro, Louisville, Macon, Rome, Savannah, and Spaulding County Senator Warnock: “I’m proud to secure these federal funds, which will go towards essential upgrades at airports across Georgia, making travel safer, easier, and more efficient for Georgians and visitors to our state” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) announced he secured new federal investments to upgrade Georgia’s airports. These awards were made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Senator’s Congressionally Directed Spending items. Senator Warnock announced airports in Savannah, Brunswick, Macon, Atlanta, Augusta, Spaulding County, DeKalb County, and Floyd County will receive a total of $62,078,524 for infrastructure upgrades, including runway extensions, safety features, and reconstruction of pavement. “I’m proud to secure these federal funds, which will go towards essential upgrades at airports across Georgia, making travel safer, easier, and more efficient for Georgians and visitors to our state,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. More information on these federal grants can be found below: A longtime champion for Georgia’s aviation industry, last year Senator Warnock secured provisions in the FAA Reauthorization law that will help transform the aviation industry, including provisions to bolster the aviation workforce pipeline and invest in our aviation economy. In June 2025, Senators Warnock and Ossoff announced more than $14 million in federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade and help maintain Georgia’s regional airports, which followed the announcement of $13 million in federal funding in May 2025. In 2023, Senator Warnock visited… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-end-forced-arbitration-restore-accountability-for-consumers-workers/ Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bill to End Forced Arbitration & Restore Accountability for Consumers, Workers 2025-09-16 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock is a champion for consumer rights and fairness The FAIR Act includes several priorities championed by Senator Warnock, including ensuring consumers have access to justice in the courts Senator Reverend Warnock: “Georgians deserve to have access to justice, and I’m going to fight to pass the FAIR Act to protect those rights.” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) introduced the Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal (FAIR) Act. This bill will reestablish Americans’ Seventh Amendment right to seek justice and accountability through the court system, eliminating forced arbitration clauses in employment, consumer, and civil rights cases. Rather than forcing arbitration, the FAIR Act would allow consumers and workers to choose between arbitration and the court system after a dispute occurs. “Georgian consumers deserve to have fair access to seeking justice, and I’m going to fight to pass the FAIR Act to protect those rights,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “The FAIR Act ensures consumers have access to justice in the courts, a crucial component of a fair justice system.” Forced arbitration clauses restrict Americans’ access to justice by taking away consumers’ rights to pursue a trial by jury or to join a class action lawsuit. Consumers with disputes are forced into private, closed-door arbitration proceedings that are not only inconvenient and costly, but are also ones in which consumers rarely prevail. There is no meaningful judicial review, so consumers are often unable to appeal a decision even if the arbitrator gets it wrong. As the ranking member of the Economic Policy subcommittee in the Senate Committee on Banking, Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring that Georgians are protected from unfair, abusive, and deceptive acts and practices in our financial system. In 2022, he co-sponsored the Arbitration Fairness for Consumers Act, which would prohibit banks and other financial institutions from using forced arbitration clauses against consumers seeki… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-hyde-smith-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-honoring-gold-star-families/ Warnock, Hyde-Smith Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Gold Star Families 2025-09-16 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The bipartisan resolution designates the week of September 21-27 to recognize families of servicemembers who died in the line of duty This is the fifth year the Senators have collaborated on this bipartisan resolution to honor the contributions and sacrifices of the families of America’s fallen servicemembers Senator Warnock: “I am proud to recognize the bipartisan Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and honor the families of the servicemembers who sacrificed everything to keep us safe” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) introduced the bipartisan 2025 Gold Star Families Remembrance Week Resolution. This resolution establishes September 21-27, 2025 as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week, honoring the sacrifices made by the families of servicemembers who have given their lives in defense of the nation. “Our nation is indebted to the brave servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms. And their families, who also sacrificed immensely, deserve our recognition and support,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “I am proud to recognize the bipartisan Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and honor the families of the servicemembers who sacrificed everything to keep us safe. As long as I serve all Georgians in the U.S. Senate, I will be a champion for our servicemembers, veterans, and Gold Star families.” “In the same sense that we honor the fallen and our veterans, I think we have a duty to honor the families of the service members who lost their lives in service to our nation. They, too, have sacrificed for our freedoms,” Senator Hyde-Smith said. “I hope people in Mississippi and across the country will take time to reach out to Gold Star families during the 2025 Gold Star Families Remembrance Week.” The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) supports the annual resolution. “The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) appreciates Senators Hyde-Smith and Warnock for introducing the 2025 Gold Star Families Reso… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-joins-bipartisan-effort-to-reintroduce-fertilizer-research-act/ Warnock Joins Bipartisan Effort to Reintroduce Fertilizer Research Act 2025-09-16 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock joined a bipartisan group of senators in reintroducing the Fertilizer Research Act Senator Warnock joins Senators Grassley, Baldwin, and Ernst The Fertilizer Research Act would require USDA to conduct a study on competition and trends in the fertilizer market and their direct impacts on price Senator Warnock: “This bipartisan legislation will help farmers across Georgia get a fairer price when they need to purchase fertilizer and provides them a bit more transparency” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined a bipartisan group of senators in reintroducing the Fertilizer Research Act. The legislation would require the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to conduct a study on competition and trends in the fertilizer market and their direct impacts on price. “The Trump administration’s reckless tariff agenda is hurting Georgia farmers’ bottom line, and these policies are threatening our farmers ability to make ends meet,” said Senator Warnock. “This bipartisan legislation will help farmers across Georgia get a fairer price when they need to purchase fertilizer and provides them a bit more transparency.” Within one year of the bill’s passage, the Secretary of Agriculture, in consultation with the Economic Research Service, would be required to issue a report on USDA’s website regarding the U.S. fertilizer industry. Specifically, the report should include: A description of impacts on the fertilizer market that influence price; Market trends in the past 25 years; A description of the imported fertilizer and market impacts; Impacts of anti-dumping and countervailing duties; A study of fertilizer industry concentration; A study of emerging fertilizer technologies; and A description of whether current public price reporting is sufficient for market transparency As a veteran member of the Senate committee overseeing federal agriculture policies, and as a senator representing a state with a proud and prosperous history of agriculture excellence, S… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-ossoff-press-cdc-leadership-for-update-on-security-measures-at-atlanta-headquarters/ Warnock, Ossoff Press CDC Leadership for Update on Security Measures at Atlanta Headquarters 2025-09-16 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Ossoff joined onto Senator Warnock’s effort Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock sent a letter to CDC Acting Director O’Neill demanding an answer on the agency’s plans to ensure a safe and secure environment for its employees return to work The letter comes after a tumultuous six-week period for the public health agency, marked by a horrific violent attack at its Atlanta campus and the abrupt firing of recently confirmed CDC Director Dr. Susan Monarez Senator Warnock has been a steadfast supporter of the CDC and its employees since morale at the agency has plummeted following baseless character attacks against agency staff by Secretary Kennedy Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) pressed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Acting Director James O’Neill for answers on the agency’s plans to ensure a safe and secure environment for its employees return to work. The letter comes after a tumultuous six-week period for the health agency, marked by a horrific violent attack at its Atlanta campus and the abrupt firing of recently confirmed CDC Director Dr. Susan Monarez. “We write to you on behalf of the employees of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – dedicated and patriotic Georgians and our constituents – who are still reeling from a horrific attack reportedly motivated by extremist anti-vaccine ideology that occurred at the Atlanta campus on August 8, 2025. Weeks later, the CDC was plunged further into chaos with the abrupt firing of recently confirmed Director Dr. Susan Monarez and the mass resignation of senior officials objecting to Secretary Kennedy’s dangerous mismanagement,” the letter begins. In the letter, the Senators lay out a series of actions agreed upon by more than 750 current and former staff from the CDC that outline concerns about safety and stability at the agency. The Senators ask for more accountability from Director O’Neill and urge him to act on the following six steps immediately, and before CDC staff ar… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-capito-put-forward-bipartisan-legislation-to-boost-maternal-health-data/ Warnock, Capito Put Forward Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Maternal Health Data 2025-09-15 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Shelley Moore Capito introduced the Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2025 The bipartisan legislation would reauthorize programs to preserve maternal health throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum and would address disparities in maternal health outcomes through data collection, analysis, and strategies for prevention These programs funded the Georgia study which found nearly 90% of maternal deaths in Georgia are preventable Senator Reverend Warnock: “Reauthorizing data collection programs is an important piece of the puzzle to end the maternal mortality crisis, but we have so much more work” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) introduced the Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2025. This bipartisan legislation would support states in preserving maternal health throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, addressing disparities in maternal health outcomes and finding solutions to enhance health care quality and outcomes for mothers. Georgia ranks among the highest maternal mortality rates in the country. “Reauthorizing data collection programs is an important piece of the puzzle to end the maternal mortality crisis, but we have so much more work,” said Senator Warnock.“Georgia has one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the country. This is unacceptable, and we owe it to expecting mothers to do all we can to ensure they have positive health outcomes during delivery. That’s why I’m proud to partner with Senator Capito on this legislation to establish strategies for prevention.” “I was proud to sponsor the original version of the Preventing Maternal Deaths Act signed into law by President Trump in 2018. It established this framework to reduce preventable deaths and to work towards every mom having a safe and healthy pregnancy,” said Senator Capito. “The bipartisan legislation we recently introduced will continue these efforts and both identify and provide … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-duckworth-reintroduce-bill-providing-affordable-and-accessible-child-care-for-parents-going-back-to-school/ Warnock, Duckworth Reintroduce Bill Providing Affordable and Accessible Child Care for Parents Going Back to School 2025-09-12 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The Child Care Access Means Parents in Schools (CCAMPIS) Reauthorization Act would increase funding that supports on-campus child care services It is projected that over 60 percent of jobs in Georgia will require a degree or certification beyond high school According to CNBC, a year of child care in Georgia costs more than a year of in-state tuition at the University of Georgia Senators Reverend Warnock: “You should be able to raise your family and pursue your educational goals” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and 15 of their Senate colleagues reintroduced the Child Care Access Means Parents in Schools (CCAMPIS) Reauthorization Act. The legislation would reauthorize and increase funding for the only federal program that exclusively supports on-campus child care services and ensure the U.S. Department of Education is meeting the needs of parenting students. The bill would also help increase access to on-campus child care for the more than 3 million parenting students currently enrolled in postsecondary education programs, despite the latest cuts from the Trump Administration. “You should be able to raise your family and go back to school,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “Despite this Administrations’ attack on working families, I’m focused on supporting Georgians who are trying to better their lives through education. I’m proud to work with Senator Duckworth to support parents across Georgia and the country.” “Whether by illegally withholding CCAMPIS funding or repeatedly calling to eliminate the program altogether, it’s deeply cruel that Donald Trump is working to rip yet another lifeline away from student parents across the country,” said Senator Duckworth. “No parent should be forced to drop out of college or take on even more debt just to complete their education. Our legislation would help provide student parents access to the child care they deserve so they can focus on their education and build a stronger future for their families.” Parenting… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/all-we-have-is-one-another-warnock-condemns-political-violence-on-the-senate-floor/ “All We Have is One Another:” Warnock Condemns Political Violence on the Senate Floor 2025-09-11 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper ***WATCH HERE*** Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) condemned political violence and hate on the Senate floor following the murder of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk. “Let me be clear, I disagreed with Charlie Kirk on just about everything, but I rise tonight, not in spite of those differences, but in a real sense, because of those differences. I rise to say that he had a right to speak, to think, to change his mind or not, to engage with others, to participate in the free exchange of ideas, to argue it out—that is what it means to live in a democracy, that is who we are,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “We Americans engage in loud, heated and sometimes rambunctious debates, not as a precursor to violence, but to avoid violence, and we must learn to disagree without becoming violently disagreeable.” “Let me be clear, there is nothing more anti-democratic than political violence. Democracy is about creating space for competing voices and countervailing visions about who we are as one people, and that debate in the public square is what has made us better over time,”continued Senator Reverend Warnock. “And so while pushing back, sometimes hard against those with whom we vigorously disagree, we must with the same voice and vigor, defend their right to be: their right to be heard, to be free. Our American family is held together by these democratic ideals, but I am afraid that what we are seeing increasingly around us is the tearing of those threads that bind us together.” “Amidst our fierce debates, I submit that at the end of the day, we are all we’ve got. We the People. All we really have is one another, and a democracy is the imperfect institutionalization of that moral insight. All we have is one another,” continued Senator Reverend Warnock. “You either have a democracy or you have political violence. You cannot have a democracy awash in political violence.” Read the full transcript of Senator Reverend Warnock’s remarks below and watch HERE. “Mr. President, … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-marshall-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-strengthen-servicemember-food-quality-and-access-on-military-bases/ Warnock, Marshall Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Servicemember Food Quality and Access on Military Bases 2025-09-11 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The Commissary Healthy Options and servicemember Wellness (CHOW) Act would increase access to affordable healthy foods on military bases for servicemembers Bipartisan legislation would launch a pilot program to provide servicemembers with a monthly commissary credit, giving servicemembers more food options Legislation expected to be incorporated into the Senate version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), annual legislation that sets defense policy and priorities, authorizes defense spending Legislation builds off March 2025 oversight effort led by Senator Warnock, which demanded answers from the Department of Defense (DOD) about poor-quality meals and food shortages at military bases in Georgia and across the country Senator Warnock: “For too long, servicemembers have lacked reliable access to quality, nutritious food options on base. This bipartisan legislation will launch a program to provide commissary credits to help servicemembers put healthy, tasty, and quality meals on the table” Senator Marshall: “Healthy troops are ready troops – and ensuring the brave men and women who protect our country have access to healthy and nutritious food should be a top priority” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen access to healthy and affordable food options for servicemembers on military bases. The bipartisan Commissary Healthy Options and servicemember Wellness (CHOW) Act would create a common-sense pilot program at two installations selected by the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide servicemembers with a monthly credit to use at their on-base commissary, ensuring they have access to affordable, healthy food. Commissaries, which are on-base grocery stores, provide better options for cooking at home, as well as ready-to-eat and easy-to-prepare meals at lower prices than off-base options. By increasing commissary usage, the program would give servicemembers a reliable alternative to limited di… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-highlights-concern-of-dwindling-small-community-banks-for-rural-georgians-americans/ Warnock Highlights Concern of Dwindling Small Community Banks for Rural Georgians, Americans 2025-09-10 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper During a Wednesday Senate Banking Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock addressed the growing concern of deposit flight from small community banks to larger Wall Street institutions Senator Warnock highlighted the continued growth of big banks, while smaller community banks have seen a roughly 50% decline in the last few decades Senator Reverend Warnock during the hearing: “Small businesses, in my view, should not be punished for the mistakes of failed bank executives” Watch Senator Reverend Warnock at Wednesday’s hearing HERE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, highlighted the importance of small community banks and their impact on rural areas across Georgia and the United States. Over the last twenty years, such banks have seen a 50% drop, while larger Wall Street institutions have continued to grow. “We have seen over the last two decades about a 50% drop in the number of community banks, and at the same time, Wall Street banks have continued to make more and more and more money, getting bigger and bigger,” said Senator Warnock. “How should we ensure that small community banks – And let me be clear, I think there’s a role in the larger ecosystem for the big banks and small community banks. But clearly all the movement has been going in one direction.” The hearing was held to evaluate perspectives on deposit insurance reform. Deposit insurance is a measure to protect bank depositors from losses caused by a bank’s inability to pay its debts when due. “Small businesses, in my view, should not be punished for the mistakes of failed bank executives,” said Senator Warnock. Senator Warnock has long advocated for smaller community banks and their support of small businesses and jobs in Georgia and across the country. The former chair of the Senate Banking Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Protection, Senator Warnock, has spotlighted the important role of community financial institutions that provide financial … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-leads-bipartisan-legislation-to-protect-seniors-access-to-lab-testing/ Warnock Leads Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Seniors’ Access to Lab Testing 2025-09-10 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock introduced the bipartisan Reforming and Enhancing Sustainable Updates to Laboratory Testing Services Act with Senator Tillis to update Medicare’s payment system for clinical diagnostic laboratory services The legislation also protects patient access to laboratory services and strengthens the nation’s clinical lab infrastructure Senator Warnock: “I’m proud to partner with my colleague Senator Tillis to put forward this legislative fix that will help ensure Georgia seniors will continue to have access to high-quality diagnostic services” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) introduced the bipartisan Reforming and Enhancing Sustainable Updates to Laboratory Testing Services (RESULTS) Act. The legislation would update Medicare’s payment system for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, ensuring seniors have access to the most innovative tests and subsequently more timely treatments. “Access to quality clinical labs is essential to keeping our seniors living long, healthy lives,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “I’m proud to partner with my colleague Senator Tillis to put forward this legislative fix that will help ensure Georgia seniors will continue to have access to high-quality diagnostic services.” “It is critically important that seniors have uninterrupted access to innovative diagnostic tests,” said Senator Tillis. “The Reforming and Enhancing Sustainable Updates to Laboratory Testing Services Act is a necessary step toward ensuring this access and supporting seniors’ health care needs. I’m proud to work with my colleagues to permanently fix flawed data collection and reporting methods which will allow Medicare beneficiaries to continue receiving quality and affordable lab services.” In 2014, Congress passed the Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) to ensure Medicare’s clinical laboratory fee schedule (CLFS) aligned with the rates that were paid by private insurers. Under this legislation, many clinical labs were requi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-merkley-lead-bipartisan-effort-urging-education-department-to-stop-blocking-federal-grants-supporting-low-income-students/ Warnock, Merkley Lead Bipartisan Effort Urging Education Department to Stop Blocking Federal Grants Supporting Low-Income Students 2025-09-10 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Warnock helped secure nearly $2 billion for TRIO programs, but over 2,000 TRIO grant awards—affecting almost 650,000 students—have not been released by the Trump Administration, even though most of these programs had a September 1 start date Senator Reverend Warnock participated in TRIO’s Upward Bound, which put him on a college campus for the first time TRIO programs help approximately 870,000 students prepare for, enter, and graduate from college Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) led a bipartisan group of 34 Senators in urging Department of Education (ED) Secretary Linda McMahon and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought to immediately release critical grant funding for TRIO programs, a long-standing set of federal programs that support low-income, first-generation high school and college students. “All of the TRIO programs support postsecondary access, retention, and completion for low-income, first-generation students from all backgrounds. TRIO programs are located on campuses across our country, in every state, and in rural, suburban, and urban communities,” wrote the bipartisan group of Senators. “The individualized counselling, advising, and other supportive services that TRIO programs provide to students in both high school and college are critical to the success of low-income, first-generation higher education students.” The Senators continued, “These programs help approximately 870,000 students prepare for, enter, and graduate from college each year. Congress annually appropriates funding for TRIO on a bipartisan basis, and the FY25 Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025, which President Trump signed into law, appropriated $1.191 billion for TRIO programs.” Over 2,000 TRIO grant award notifications (GANS) for UpwardBound, which Senator Warnock is an alumnus of, Veterans Upward Bound, Talent Search, and Educational Opportunity Centers—affecting almost 650,000 students—have not been released … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-reverend-warnock-statement-on-bryan-county-immigration-raid/ Senator Reverend Warnock Statement on Bryan County Immigration Raid 2025-09-06 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement on the immigration raid in Bryan County. “Following this raid, we need answers. “The Trump administration owes Georgia and the country an explanation as to how this raid, which separated children from working parents, advances the President’s stated immigration priority of removing dangerous and violent criminals from our streets. “And the companies involved must explain how so many workers were allegedly employed with improper documentation. “Companies should not be able to get rich in Georgia by exploiting immigrant workers and putting them at risk of politically motivated raids and violations of due process. It’s bad for our economy, bad for Georgia’s workers, and bad for law-abiding Georgia families living in fear of this administration.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-calls-on-president-trump-to-fire-secretary-kennedy-following-turmoil-at-cdc/ ICYMI: Warnock Calls on President Trump to Fire Secretary Kennedy Following Turmoil at CDC 2025-09-05 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In Thursday’s Senate Finance Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock grilled Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy on his incompetent leadership overseeing the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Secretary Kennedy’s incompetence has impacted chronic disease and cancer research, harmed efforts to protect servicemember’s health, and jeopardized America’s public health infrastructure to respond to infectious diseases The hearing follows last month’s shooting at the CDC that claimed the life of a DeKalb County police officer and turmoil over firings and resignations of top CDC leadership Senator Warnock to Secretary Kennedy: “You are a hazard to the health of the American people. I think that you ought to resign. And if you do not resign, the President of the United States, who put forward Operation Warp Speed, which worked, should fire you” Above: Senator Warnock questioning Secretary Kennedy in a Senate Finance Committee hearing Watch the exchange HERE Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) called on President Trump to fire Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his gross mismanagement of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Senate Finance Committee hearing follows last month’s shooting at the CDC that claimed the life of a DeKalb County police officer and turmoil over firings and resignations of top CDC leadership. Secretary Kennedy’s incompetence has impacted chronic disease and cancer research, harmed efforts to protect servicemember’s health, and jeopardized America’s public health infrastructure to respond to infectious diseases. During his line of questioning, Senator Warnock pressed Secretary Kennedy on his extremist beliefs that are dismantling the nation’s public health infrastructure, leaving hundreds of Georgia public health workers without a job, and putting children at risk by spreading misinformation about vaccines. Last month, Senator Warnock reaffirmed his … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-calls-on-president-trump-to-fire-secretary-kennedy-following-turmoil-at-cdc/ Warnock Calls on President Trump to Fire Secretary Kennedy Following Turmoil at CDC 2025-09-04 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper In Thursday’s Senate Finance Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock grilled Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy on his incompetent leadership overseeing the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Secretary Kennedy’s incompetence has impacted chronic disease and cancer research, harmed efforts to protect servicemember’s health, and jeopardized America’s public health infrastructure to respond to infectious diseases The hearing follows last month’s shooting at the CDC that claimed the life of a DeKalb County police officer and turmoil over firings and resignations of top CDC leadership Senator Warnock to Secretary Kennedy: “You are a hazard to the health of the American people. I think that you ought to resign. And if you do not resign, the President of the United States, who put forward Operation Warp Speed, which worked, should fire you” Above: Senator Warnock questioning Secretary Kennedy in a Senate Finance Committee hearing Watch the exchange HERE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) called on President Trump to fire Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his gross mismanagement of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Senate Finance Committee hearing follows last month’s shooting at the CDC that claimed the life of a DeKalb County police officer and turmoil over firings and resignations of top CDC leadership. Secretary Kennedy’s incompetence has impacted chronic disease and cancer research, harmed efforts to protect servicemember’s health, and jeopardized America’s public health infrastructure to respond to infectious diseases. “You are a hazard to the health of the American people. I think that you ought to resign. And if you do not resign, the President of the United States, who put forward Operation Warp Speed, which worked, should fire you,” Senator Warnock said to Secretary Kennedy. During his line of questioning, Senator Warnock pressed Secretary Kennedy on his ex… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-defends-americans-401ks-by-protecting-an-independent-federal-reserve/ Warnock Defends Americans’ 401Ks by Protecting an Independent Federal Reserve 2025-09-04 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper During a Thursday Senate Banking Committee nomination hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock attacked the President’s attempts to fill the Federal Reserve with “yes men” by illegally firing Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook During the hearing, Senator Warnock highlighted the Federal Reserve Governor nominees’ lack of commitment to the Federal Reserve’s independence, which risks millions of retirement accounts and the health of the U.S. economy Senator Reverend Warnock during the hearing: “America’s economy is the envy of the world. I think the independence of the Fed is an important part of that, and based on the statements that I have seen so far, I’m convinced that you’re not going to exercise that kind of independence” Watch Senator Reverend Warnock at Thursday’s hearing HERE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, defended the importance of an independent Federal Reserve while questioning Dr. Stephen Miran, President Trump’s Chair of the Council of Economic Advisors and nominee to serve on the independent Federal Reserve Board. During the hearing, Senator Warnock continued to voice his support of Lisa Cook, a renowned Georgia economist and the first Black woman on the Federal Reserve board. Recently, President Trump attempted to illegally fire Cook to fill the Federal Reserve with “yes men,” which would endanger not only millions of retirement accounts but the health of the entire American economy. “Lisa Cook is a first-rate economist and a Georgian that we’re all very proud of,” said Senator Warnock. The hearing was held for the nominations of Dr. Stephen Miran to be a Governor for the Federal Reserve Board, as well as Ben Hobbs and Ronnie Kurtz, to be Assistant Secretaries for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and Christopher Pilkerton and Jonathan Burke, to be Assistant Secretaries Department of the Treasury (USDT). Senator Warnock also used the hearing to highlight Dr. Miran’s failure to commit to the F… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-visits-rural-hospital-facing-3-3-million-in-annual-cuts-due-to-gop-tax-bill/ ICYMI: Warnock Visits Rural Hospital Facing $3.3 Million in Annual Cuts Due to GOP Tax Bill 2025-09-02 2025 2025-09 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock visited Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton, Georgia The hospital is forced to cut $3.3 million annually to break even because of the GOP tax bill, which will kick 750,000 Georgians off their health care Photos available HERE Claxton, GA – Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) visited Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton, Georgia to discuss the risks to rural health care access following steep cuts to Medicaid in the recently passed GOP tax law. Evans Memorial Hospital, a lifeline for rural Georgians, is forced to cut $3.3 million annually to break even due to the GOP tax bill, which will kick 750,000 Georgians off their health care. When rural hospitals have to provide care to people without insurance who cannot afford their medical bills, it makes it more likely that hospitals will be forced to cut services or close their doors. The GOP tax bill’s health care cuts could mean Evans Memorial will have to scale back intensive care unit (ICU) or cardio-pulmonary rehab services. Recently, Evans Memorial Hospital had to shutter its labor and delivery unit because it was no longer financially viable. The inappropriately named One Big Beautiful Bill puts pressure on hospitals to close, putting more than 16,000 rural healthcare jobs at risk, according to the GA Hospital Association. The GOP Tax bill will kick up to 93,000 Georgians off Medicaid and raise premiums on 1.2 million Georgians who get their health insurance on the marketplace, or Georgia Access. About 52% of kids in rural areas in Georgia are covered by Medicaid, according to Georgetown University’s Center for Children and Families (CCF). Media coverage of Senator Warnock’s visit to Evans Memorial Hospital can be found below: WJCL: Georgia US Senator visits Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton Many rural hospitals are struggling to stay vibrant, and some are even in danger of closing. There are some who believe that the recent passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill will put even more in peril. With that as a backdrop, Georgia U.S… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-discusses-tariff-impacts-on-georgia-farmers-during-visit-to-augusta-area-farm/ ICYMI: Warnock Discusses Tariff Impacts on Georgia Farmers During Visit to Augusta Area Farm 2025-08-29 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock visited Three Bees Pecan Farm to speak with Georgia farmers about how the uncertainty around Trump’s tariffs are bad for business Senator Warnock is the top Democrat on the Finance subcommittee that handles trade and tariffs ICYMI from the Augusta Chronicle: SEE IT: Sen. Raphael Warnock visits Georgia pecan farmers to discuss tariffs Above: Senator Warnock and Jeb Barrow Jr. at Three Bees Pecan Farm Photo credit: Katie Goodale of the Augusta Chronicle Wrens, GA – Recently, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) visited Three Bees Pecan Farm to speak with Georgia producers about the impact of the ongoing tariffs on their farms’ operation. The Senator received a tour of the farm from owner Jeb Barrow Jr. and heard directly from growers about how tariffs are further threatening already thinning profit margins for the agriculture industry and making it harder for farmers to make long-term investments, including creating Georgia jobs. Senator Warnock is the top Democrat on the Finance subcommittee that handles trade and tariffs. Senator Warnock believes that President Trump’s tariff policies aren’t just abstract policies; they’re a tax that will show up on grocery store shelves and in monthly bills for Georgia families. Farmers and producers have been particularly affected by tariffs, facing high input costs, increased prices for farm machinery, and obstacles to their ability to sell their products internationally. The administration’s erratic tariff strategy has alienated U.S. trade partners and strategic allies while destabilizing markets and making it harder on Georgia’s farmers. The continued uncertainty does little to ease the anxiety of Georgia’s farmers and leaves many producers unable to plan or make long-term investments in their farms. Senator Warnock has worked to lower trade barriers for Georgia pecan farmers since coming into office, including lowering the trade barrier with India by 70% in 2022. Notably, 28% of U.S. pecans are exported, making access to international… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-visits-atlanta-small-business-owners-to-discuss-the-impact-tariffs-higher-prices-are-having-on-georgia-small-businesses/ ICYMI: Warnock Visits Atlanta Small Business Owners to Discuss the Impact Tariffs, Higher Prices Are Having on Georgia Small Businesses 2025-08-28 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Last week, Senator Reverend Warnock visited Xocolatl Chocolate to meet with its owners and discuss the impact the Trump administration’s tariffs are having on Georgia small businesses Xocolatl has been forced to pay tariff rates as high as 50% on some of the key ingredients it relies on to make its award-winning chocolate, including cocoa beans, which cannot be grown in the U.S. at scale due to climate limitations These unanticipated costs have forced the company to pause its plans to hire additional employees in Georgia and invest in expanding its production capacity Analysts estimate that tariffs will cost the average American household $2,400 in 2025 Senator Warnock: “It’s inspiring to see this Georgia business. Here’s a young couple that’s come back to the state and they are growing their business – which means they’re creating jobs and sustaining families. The last thing they need is government adding another burden to the work that they’re trying to do” Senator Warnock (center) with Xocolatl Chocolate owners Matt (left) and Elaine (right) Atlanta, GA – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) stopped by Atlanta small business Xocolatl Chocolate last week to hear first-hand how the Trump administration’s trade agenda is impacting Georgia small businesses. Xocolatl employs more than a dozen Georgians in its award-winning factory and had plans to expand its operations until tariff rates instituted by President Trump forced Xocolatl owners Matt and Elaine to pause their plans. The company imports cocoa beans from central America and Africa due to climate limitations in the U.S., and imports sugar from Brazil Before the tariffs, Matt and Elaine said rising costs were already impacting the company. The couple was paying between $4,500 and $6,000 a ton for cocoa before the tariffs and are now paying $14,000 a ton on some of their beans. Despite their current challenges, Xocolatl continues to purchase paper for its packaging from a paper mill in Michigan rather than lower-cost options from China, support… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-visits-mana-nutrition-to-uplift-organizations-work-to-nourish-hungry-children-georgias-economy/ ICYMI: Warnock Visits MANA Nutrition to Uplift Organization’s Work to Nourish Hungry Children, Georgia’s Economy 2025-08-27 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock visited MANA Nutrition’s Pooler facility to meet with the organization’s leadership and discuss the importance of protecting federal investments fueling Georgia jobs, humanitarian aid MANA Nutrition was notified earlier this year that its contracts and funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) were canceled by the federal government; those contracts were officially restored on March 5, but they were still waiting on $18.6M in federal funds they are owed from completed and delivered contracts The Senator spoke with Secretary of State Marco Rubio to get this funding restored, and their reimbursements were eventually received MANA employs over 100 Georgians and fuels Georgia’s peanut industry, purchasing 2 million pounds of Georgia peanuts a month to manufacture lifesaving aid for hungry children Senator Warnock: “As a Georgian and Savannahian, I’m proud of the work that MANA does on behalf of the hungry children around the world. As they are nourishing children around the world, they are nourishing the Georgia economy with jobs all across Georgia, and this work must continue” Senator Warnock and MANA CEO Mark Moore hold a box of RUTF product made with Georgia peanuts Photo credit: Justin Taylor of The Current Pooler, GA – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) emphasized his commitment to supporting MANA Nutrition’s work in nourishing hungry children around the globe and Georgia’s economy during a recent visit to their Pooler facility. MANA Nutrition is a Georgia-based non-profit and a leader in combating acute malnutrition in children. They produce Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), a fortified peanut paste that can save the lives of malnourished children. RUTF is easy to use, requiring no cooking, water, or refrigeration, and it can dramatically improve a child’s health in a matter of weeks. MANA employs 125 Georgians between its Fitzgerald and Pooler operations. MANA purchases approximately 2 million pounds of peanuts per month, helping f… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-visits-atlanta-small-business-owners-to-discuss-the-impact-tariffs-higher-prices-are-having-on-georgia-businesses/ Warnock Visits Atlanta Small Business Owners to Discuss the Impact Tariffs, Higher Prices Are Having on Georgia Businesses 2025-08-22 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper On Tuesday, Senator Reverend Warnock visited Xocolatl Chocolate to meet with its owners and discuss the impact the Trump administration’s tariffs are having on Georgia small businesses Xocolatl has been forced to pay tariff rates as high as 50% on some of the key ingredients it relies on to make its award-winning chocolate, including cocoa beans, which cannot be grown in the U.S. at scale due to climate limitations These unanticipated costs have forced the company to pause its plans to hire additional employees and invest in expanding its production capacity Analysts estimate that tariffs will cost the average American household $2,400 in 2025 Senator Warnock: “It’s inspiring to see this Georgia business. Here’s a young couple that’s come back to the state and they are growing their business – which means they’re creating jobs and sustaining families. The last thing they need is government adding another burden to the work that they’re trying to do” Senator Warnock (center) with Xocolatl Chocolate owners Matt (left) and Elaine (right) Atlanta, GA – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) stopped by Atlanta small business Xocolatl Chocolate this week to hear first-hand how the Trump administration’s trade agenda is impacting Georgia businesses. Xocolatl employs more than a dozen Georgians in its award-winning factory and had plans to expand its operations until tariff rates instituted by President Trump forced Xocolatl owners Matt and Elaine to pause their plans. The company imports cocoa beans from central America and Africa due to climate limitations in the U.S., and imports sugar from Brazil “Here’s an American business – a Georgia business – that is sourcing everything that they can from the U.S. They don’t need anybody convincing them to bring business back to Georgia,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “Here’s a young couple that’s come back to the state and they are growing their business – which means they’re creating jobs and sustaining families. The last thing they need is government adding anot… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-visits-mana-nutrition-to-uplift-organizations-work-to-nourish-hungry-children-georgias-economy/ Warnock Visits MANA Nutrition to Uplift Organization’s Work to Nourish Hungry Children, Georgia’s Economy 2025-08-22 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper On Monday, Senator Reverend Warnock visited MANA Nutrition’s Pooler facility to meet with the organization’s leadership and discuss the importance of protecting federal investments fueling Georgia jobs, humanitarian aid MANA Nutrition was notified earlier this year that its contracts and funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) were canceled by the federal government; those contracts were officially restored on March 5, but they were still waiting on $18.6M in federal funds they are owed from completed and delivered contracts The Senator spoke with Secretary of State Marco Rubio to get this funding restored, and their reimbursements were eventually received MANA employs over 100 Georgians and fuels Georgia’s peanut industry, purchasing 2 million pounds of peanuts a month to manufacture lifesaving aid for hungry children Senator Warnock: “As a Georgian and Savannahian, I’m proud of the work that MANA does on behalf of the hungry children around the world. As they are nourishing children around the world, they are nourishing the Georgia economy with jobs all across Georgia, and this work must continue” Senator Warnock and MANA CEO Mark Moore hold a box of RUTF product made with Georgia peanuts Photo credit: Justin Taylor of The Current Pooler, GA – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) emphasized his commitment to supporting South Georgia-based MANA Nutrition’s work in nourishing hungry children around the globe and the state’s economy during a recent visit to their Pooler facility. MANA Nutrition is a leader in combating acute malnutrition in children. They produce Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), a fortified peanut paste that can save the lives of malnourished children. RUTF is easy to use, requiring no cooking, water, or refrigeration, and it can dramatically improve a child’s health in a matter of weeks. MANA employs 125 Georgians between their Fitzgerald and Pooler operations. MANA purchases approximately 2 million pounds of peanuts per month, helping fuel … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-wins-prestigious-constituent-service-award-for-hurricane-helene-response/ Warnock Wins Prestigious Constituent Service Award for Hurricane Helene Response 2025-08-22 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper The bipartisan Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) announced Senator Reverend Warnock won the 2025 Democracy Award for Best Constituent Correspondence & Outreach Services This honor was awarded to Senator Warnock to recognize his office’s constituent communication on safety and resources during and after Hurricane Helene, which made land fall in Georgia in September of last year Senator Reverend Warnock: “I instructed my staff to use every tool at our disposal to communicate critical safety and support information to every impacted Georgian. This award recognizes my staff’s heroic service to Georgians across our state. In times of great hardship, Georgians can always count on me and my office to provide resources and support” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) announced the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) has awarded him the 2025 Democracy Award for the best Constituent Correspondence & Outreach Services. The award follows the Senator and his office’s outreach efforts to communicate safety and support resources following Hurricane Helene’s Georgia landfall in September of 2024. “I’m extremely proud to accept the CMF 2025 Democracy Award. Last fall, I instructed my staff to use every tool at our disposal to communicate critical safety and support information to everyaffected Georgian. This award recognizes my staff’s heroic service to Georgians across our state. In times of great hardship, Georgians can always count on me and my office to provide resources and support. I would especially like to thank my State Director, Bee Nguyen, for her steadfast and tireless leadership of my staff in Georgia.” Below are just a few of the Senator’s efforts providing constituent correspondence and outreach services around the time of Hurricane Helene: Alerted Georgians of the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance. Hosted community resource clinics across the state, helping connect 200 Georgians in rural communities to in-person federal resources and representatives. Participat… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-discusses-tariff-impacts-on-georgia-farmers-during-visit-to-augusta-area-farm/ Warnock Discusses Tariff Impacts on Georgia Farmers During Visit to Augusta Area Farm 2025-08-18 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock visited Three Bees Pecan Farm to speak with Georgia farmers about how the uncertainty around Trump’s tariffs are bad for business Senator Warnock is the top Democrat on the Finance subcommittee that handles trade and tariffs Senator Warnock tours Three Bees Pecan Farm with owner Jeb Barrow Jr. Wrens, GA – On Saturday, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) visited Three Bees Pecan Farm to speak with Georgia producers about the impact of the ongoing tariffs on their farms’ operation. The Senator received a tour of the farm from owner Jeb Barrow Jr. and heard directly from growers about how tariffs are further threatening already thinning profit margins for the agriculture industry and making it harder for farmers to make long-term investments, including creating Georgia jobs. Senator Warnock is the top Democrat on the Finance subcommittee that handles trade and tariffs. “I just know how hard farmers work in the state, and if you talk to them, they’re not interested in aid, they’re interested in trade. They wanna see their products make it to India, that’s what I heard today, they want to seemarkets open up,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “And so there is a push and pull conversation that goes on, but right now this whole thing is being operated willy-nilly. It seems to me, from Donald Trump’s back pocket. He announces one thing and then, within hours, changes his mind, puts everything on pause. If you’re a farmer or producer trying to figure out what to do, I don’t know how you plan on the other side of that pause. So it’s creating a lot of uncertainty in the market. I think we saw the impact of that in the most recent jobs report. So, I’m very concerned, and I wanted to hear directly from the growers in Georgia, and I wanted them to know that I’m fighting for them.” “[Senator Warnock] is a supporter of Georgia agriculture, and he’s serious about it as evidenced by him being on the Senate Ag Committee,” said Jeb Barrow, owner of Three Bee’s Farms. “He takes a genuine interest i… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-visits-rural-hospital-facing-steep-cuts-due-to-gop-tax-bill/ Warnock Visits Rural Hospital Facing Steep Cuts Due to GOP Tax Bill 2025-08-18 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock visited Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton, Georgia The hospital is forced to cut $3.3 million annually to break even because of the GOP tax bill, which will kick 750,000 Georgians off their health care In 2022, Senator Warnock secured $1 million for Evans Memorial to secure a new roof after leaks threatened medical equipment, patient safety Senator Warnock tours Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton, Georgia Additional photos available HERE Claxton, GA – Today, Senator Reverend Warnock visited Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton, Georgia to discuss the risks to rural health care access following steep cuts to Medicaid in the recently passed GOP tax law. Evans Memorial Hospital, a lifeline for rural Georgians, is forced to cut $3.3 million annually to break even due to the GOP tax bill, which will kick 750,000 Georgians off their health care. When rural hospitals have to provide care to people without insurance who cannot afford their medical bills, it makes it more likely that hospitals will be forced to cut services or close their doors. The GOP tax bill’s health care cuts could mean Evans Memorial will have to scale back intensive care unit (ICU) or cardio-pulmonary rehab services. Recently, Evans Memorial Hospital had to shutter its labor and delivery unit because it was no longer financially viable. “This is a matter of life and death, and in spite of the heroic work that people in this building are doing every single day, it increases the likelihood that this hospital, or hospitals like it, will close, or they don’t close, and they will have to cut critical services,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “And the question you have to ask yourself is, why are they doing this? Who does this pain serve? And the answer is [that] it’s all being done to give billionaires a tax cut. So we’re cutting services, endangering rural health care, increasing the likelihood that more rural hospitals will close, and if they don’t close, they will have to cut services while adding $4 trillion to the debt… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-urge-governor-kemp-to-deliver-summer-meals-to-hungry-kids/ Warnock, Colleagues Urge Governor Kemp to Deliver Summer Meals to Hungry Kids 2025-08-11 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock and Rep. Lucy McBath led colleagues from Georgia’s congressional delegation in a letter to Governor Brian Kemp urging immediate action to feed vulnerable GA kids next summer More than 1.1 million low-income children in Georgia are eligible for the Summer EBT program administrated by USDA In 2024, Gov. Kemp left over $138 million in summer nutrition benefits unclaimed 2025 is the second consecutive year Georgia has not participated in the program Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA), alongside Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA-06), Hank Johnson (D-GA-04), David Scott (D-GA-13) Sanford Bishop (D-GA-02) and Nikema Williams (D-GA-05) urged Governor Brian Kemp to ensure vulnerable Georgia children can access nutritious food by opting into the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Summer EBT nutrition program for 2026. The move could help feed more than 1.1 million low-income children in Georgia next summer. “Summer EBT would provide the poorest children and families with a $40 benefit per eligible child per month, totaling $120 dollars for the summer. Of the roughly 2.8 million children in Georgia, over 40% of them are eligible for this benefit but are prevented from participating due to your continued decision to not participate in the program. Committing to participate in Summer EBT is a basic step to ensuring that every child in our state, regardless of where they live or how much money their parents make, has access to the basic necessity of food when they are not in school,” the delegation said. Summer is often the most challenging season for food insecure kids across the country, as millions of kids that rely on the federal school lunch program during the academic year are forced to go without regular access to nutritious meals. USDA’s Summer EBT program, also known as SUN Bucks, helps low-income families bridge the gap by providing $40 in grocery buying benefits per eligible child, totaling $120 for the summer mont… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/statement-on-todays-shooting-targeting-the-cdc/ Statement on today’s shooting at the CDC 2025-08-09 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Atlanta, GA – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement on today’s shooting outside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): “I am mourning the tragic death of the officer who was killed in the line of duty today, and I am praying for the officer’s family and friends. Georgia law enforcement saved countless lives, and we are grateful for their service.” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “Earlier this year, I stood where this shooting occurred, rallying for fired CDC employees who work tirelessly to protect our public health and national security. CDC workers are our friends, our colleagues, and our neighbors. I will always have the backs of Georgia’s dedicated public health workers.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-escalates-fight-for-answers-on-fema-cuts/ Warnock Escalates Fight For Answers on FEMA Cuts 2025-08-07 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Warnock first pressed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem for answers on major cuts to FEMA in June. Secretary Noem has yet to answer critical questions, even in the midst of hurricane season. Senator Reverend Warnock: “The residents of Georgia and other coastal states deserve to know whether their government is prepared to support them in the face of disaster. If the actions of this Administration have rendered FEMA unable to fulfill its mission, then our state and local governments deserve to know so they can prepare to provide life-saving aid where the Trump administration will not.” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) is escalating his fight to get answers from DHS Secretary Kristi Noem on FEMA’s ability to respond to hurricanes in Georgia this storm season. Senator Warnock renewed his call for answers after Noem failed to provide substantive answers to his inquiry at the beginning of hurricane season in June. Senator Warnock first pressed Secretary Noem for answers after leaked internal assessments revealed that FEMA is unprepared for the current storm season that began on June 1. The Senator’srenewed effort follows widespread criticism over FEMA’s response to recent catastrophic flooding in Texas. Senator Warnock asked Secretary Noem to commit to ensuring that FEMA’s Region IV office in Atlanta, which oversees disaster response for all of Georgia and much of the southeast, remains fully staffed and resourced for the 2025 hurricane season. “We are now well into what the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration projects will be an above-average hurricane season,” and yet you have neither clarified why an internal agency review determined “FEMA is not ready,” nor explained how FEMA will respond if the Southeast faces another catastrophic storm like Hurricane Helene,” The Senator said in a follow-up letter to Secretary Noem. This is Senator Warnock’s latest effort to ensure that FEMA has the resources needed to protect Georgians from natural disasters and assist with recov… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-leads-bipartisan-bill-to-protect-georgia-taxpayers/ Warnock Leads Bipartisan Bill to Protect Georgia Taxpayers 2025-08-07 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Today, Senator Reverend Warnock introduced the bipartisan Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Actto provide Georgia taxpayers more transparency and protections from the IRS Senator Warnock: “I’m proud to partner with Senator Barrasso to ensure the IRS is transparent with taxpayers and that my constituents have the tools to protect their reputations” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and John Barrasso (R-WY), both members of the Senate Finance Committee, introduced the Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act. The bipartisan legislation gives additional protection to taxpayers by providing more transparency from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Current law requires the IRS to notify taxpayers before contacting third parties – such as banks or employers – when investigating whether or not a person owes taxes, but does not require the IRS to disclose to taxpayers what specific information they are seeking. The Warnock-Barrasso legislation would require the IRS to disclose exactly what information it is seeking from third parties and give taxpayers 45 days to provide that information directly to the IRS themselves. “I’m always focused on securing stronger consumer protections for Georgians,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“I’m proud to partner with Senator Barrasso to ensure the IRS is transparent with taxpayers and that my constituents have the tools to protect their reputations.” “Wyoming taxpayers shouldn’t have to worry about the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) soliciting personal financial information behind their backs. They deserve to have the option to provide this sensitive information to the IRS directly,” said Senator Barrasso. “By providing that opportunity, our bipartisan bill will safeguard the reputation of taxpayers and small business owners across the country. It will also force the IRS to be as transparent as possible when it comes to the privacy of hardworking Americans.” Background: The Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act: Requires the IRS to tell taxpay… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-pushes-trump-admin-to-reinstate-savannah-flood-prevention-grant/ Warnock Pushes Trump Admin To Reinstate Savannah Flood Prevention Grant 2025-08-07 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock pressed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to reinstate a $30 million flood reduction grant for coastal Georgia that was canceled by the Trump admin earlier this year Senator Reverend Warnock: “eliminating BRIC, FEMA’s most comprehensive disaster mitigation and preparedness program, and proposing cuts to Flood Mitigation Assistance funding for 2025 strips Georgia communities of the tools they need to save lives.” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) is escalating his fight to reinstate the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program, which supports local disaster mitigation projects. The program supported a $30 million award to Savannah for flood reduction measures that was canceled earlier this year. The Senator first joined joined a bipartisan effort to demand the Trump administration reinstate the program in May of this year. Senator Warnock is renewing his efforts to pressure the Trump administration to reinstate the flood prevention grant following deadly flooding in Texas which claimed the lives of over 130 people. “Just last month, catastrophic flooding in Texas claimed the lives of at least 130 people…These deadly floods tragically demonstrate why the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate a $30 million Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant to reduce flooding in Savannah, Georgia— a fully approved project designed to save lives in one of the Southeast’s most vulnerable coastal cities— is all the more difficult to understand,” wrote Senator Warnock. Senator Warnock also asked Secretary Noem to commit to ensuring that FEMA’s Region IV office in Atlanta, which oversees disaster response for all of Georgia and much of the southeast, remains fully staffed and resourced for the 2025 hurricane season. In June, Senator Warnock pressed Secretary Noem for answers on cuts to disaster response after leaked internal assessments revealed that FEMA is unprepared for the current storm season that began on June 1. The Senat… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-fort-stewart-shooting/ Warnock Statement on Fort Stewart Shooting 2025-08-06 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement on today’s shooting at Fort Stewart: “I join all Georgians in praying for the five injured soldiers, their families, and the entire Fort Stewart community after this tragic shooting. Georgia’s servicemembers represent the best among us, and their safety must continue to be a top priority,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“I am grateful to the local and federal law enforcement and first-responders who acted to save lives, and my office stands ready to support Fort Stewart however we can to ensure they have the federal support needed to protect our servicemembers and base communities.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-gives-words-of-encouragement-to-georgia-students-in-back-to-school-video/ Warnock Gives Words of Encouragement to Georgia Students in Back-to-School Video 2025-08-04 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock released a new video wishing all Georgia students a happy first week back to school In the video, Senator Warnock urges students to find their passions and pursue them with purpose Senator Warnock has championed efforts to expand access to higher education, increase funding for public education, and bolster support for mental health within schools Senator Reverend Warnock: “When I think of all the challenges facing our country, and there are many, I know that many of our solutions lie with young people sitting in schools all across Georgia, pursuing with purpose what makes them come alive” Watch Senator Reverend Warnock’s Back-to-School message HERE Washington, D.C. – Today U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) shared a new video message wishing all Georgia students a happy first week back to school. The Senator used his video message to urge students to find their passions and pursue it with purpose as well as get ready for any challenges or opportunities the new year will bring them. “When I think of all the challenges facing our country, and there are many, I know that many of our solutions lie with young people sitting in schools all across Georgia, pursuing with purpose what makes them come alive. Go and do that. So, Georgia students, we need you more than ever. So, get up, get dressed, put your shoes on, and get ready for everything this school year will bring,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. The Senator has continuously fought for all students to have access to education across Georgia. Earlier this year, he reintroduced the Advancing Student Services in Schools Today (ASSIST) Act that would increase federal Medicaid funding for school-based mental health services and establish a grant program at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to hire and retain mental health professionals in schools, helping increase mental health services, resources, and accessibility. Additionally, the Senator championed the Clean Commute for Kids Act to transition old yellow die… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-leads-bipartisan-legislation-to-spur-innovation-for-georgias-forestry-industry-and-create-rural-jobs/ Warnock Leads Bipartisan Legislation to Spur Innovation for Georgia’s Forestry Industry and Create Rural Jobs 2025-08-04 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Today, Senator Reverend Warnock introduced the Forest Bioeconomy Act to help expand forest product research and create new market opportunities for Georgia’s forestry sector, helping create new jobs in rural Georgia Georgia’s forestry industry is a boon for the state, injecting $41.3 billion in economic impact in 2021 In 2023, Senator Warnock introduced the Disaster Reforestation Act to help Georgia’s landowners recover from the loss of timber after natural disasters Senator Warnock: “Georgia’s forestry industry is vital to our state’s economy and I’m proud to work with my colleagues to find a bipartisan solution to invest in the future success of this sector” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Jim Justice (R-WV), and Steve Daines (R-MT) introduced the bipartisan Forest Bioeconomy Act. The legislation would help expand forest product research and build new markets by formally establishing an Office of Technology Transfer at the United States Forest Service (USFS) and authorize $5 million in appropriations. By expanding product research, this legislation will help create new jobs in rural Georgia. “Georgia’s forestry industry is vital to our state’s economy and I’m proud to work with my colleagues to find a bipartisan solution to invest in the future success of this sector,” said Senator Warnock. “To protect our communities from increasingly catastrophic wildfires, we need to make forest management more effective and scalable,” said Senator Heinrich. “By expanding technology transfer at the Forest Service and turning small-diameter trees into marketable wood products, we can create new revenue streams, scale up fuels reduction, and accelerate the work needed to reduce wildfire risk.” “In West Virginia, we know the value of our forests and the importance of managing them wisely—not just for the beauty and recreation they offer, but also for the jobs and strengthening our economy,” said Senator Justice. “This bipartisan bill supports our rural econo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-secures-federal-investments-for-georgias-rural-communities-in-government-funding-bill/ Warnock Secures Federal Investments for Georgia’s Rural Communities in Government Funding Bill 2025-08-04 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock secured $9.1 million in federal funding for projects in rural communities across Georgia The funding includes $855,000 to construct a community kitchen to feed children and seniors at risk of hunger in Savannah Senator Warnock also secured over $1,000,000 for the Baxley and Appling County Hospital Authority to upgrade the hospital’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system The funding was secured in the agriculture and rural development appropriations bill, one of the twelve annual bills that funds the federal government The legislation now goes to the House; if passed, it will then go to the president’s desk to be signed into law Senator Warnock: “These investments in public health and public safety will go a long way in ensuring our rural communities have the resources needed to deliver for Georgians in every corner of the state” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) secured critical funding for public health and safety projects in rural communities across Georgia. The funding was secured in the agriculture and rural development appropriations bill, which is one of several legislative vehicles used to annually fund the federal government. The funding includes $855,000 to construct a community kitchen to feed children and seniors at risk of hunger in Savannah, as well as over $1,000,000 for the Baxley and Appling County Hospital Authority to upgrade the hospital’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. Several of the projects receiving direct federal investments were championed by both Senators Warnock and Jon Ossoff (D-GA). “As a senator for all Georgians, I am committed to delivering federal investments that improve the health and well-being of our state’s rural communities. These investments in public health and public safety will go a long way in ensuring our rural communities have the resources needed to deliver for Georgians in every corner of the state. We cannot let Washington politics get in the way of delivering this biparti… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-cut-zoning-regulations-increase-housing-supply/ Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Cut Zoning Regulations, Increase Housing Supply 2025-08-01 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock and five of his Senate colleagues introduced the Identifying Regulatory Barriers to Housing Supply Act The legislation would encourage local communities to cut burdensome regulations, promote the adoption of more housing options, and bring a new level of transparency to the community development process for millions of Americans Senator Reverend Warnock: “We need to make sure communities are supporting the development of affordable housing for working-class Americans” Washington, D.C. – Today, Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined his colleagues in introducing the bipartisan Identifying Regulatory Barriers to Housing Supply Act. The bill would encourage local communities to cut burdensome zoning regulations, promote more housing options, and provide increased transparency the development process. The Senator introduced the legislation with Senators Todd Young (R-ID), Brian Schatz (D-HI), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Tina Smith (D-MN), and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY). The introduction of the legislation comes as many communities across the U.S. are suffering because of a myriad of housing regulations that negatively impact working-class Americans. This legislation would help ensure localities do their part to increase housing supply and make it more affordable for all Americans. “We have a housing affordability and availability crisis in this country. We need to make sure communities are supporting the development of affordable housing for working-class Americans,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “It is important to me that every person has access to affordable housing.” As a member of the Senate Banking Committee, which oversees federal housing policies, Senator Warnock has worked to increase affordable housing and illuminate a path to homeownership, a cornerstone of the American Dream. As one of twelve brothers and sisters growing up in public housing in Savannah, Senator Warnock deeply understands the importance of having a place to call home and homeownership. In March 2025, Senator W… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-secures-critical-bipartisan-funding-for-defense-projects-benefiting-georgias-military-communities/ Warnock Secures Critical Bipartisan Funding for Defense Projects Benefiting Georgia’s Military Communities 2025-08-01 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock, working alongside Senator Ossoff, voted to deliver over $500 million for Georgia’s military base communities and families in the bipartisan funding bill–the largest military construction investment in Georgia since 2010 Senator Warnock secured over $127 million for construction of Dexter Elementary School at Fort Benning in Columbus This generational investment in Georgia’s military communities was secured in one of the annual appropriations bills focused on military construction and veterans affairs The legislation must now be reconciled with the House version before going to the president’s desk to be signed into law Senator Warnock: “We cannot let Washington politics get in the way of delivering this bipartisan funding to Georgia’s military communities, and I will keep fighting until we get this across the finish line” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) secured critical funding for defense projects benefiting Georgia’s servicemembers, military families, and base communities. The funding was secured in the military construction and veterans affairs appropriations bill, which is one of several legislative vehicles used to annually fund the federal government. The nine-digit funding total for Georgia’s military communities reflects Senator Warnock’s commitment to our servicemembers, their families, and our nation’s military readiness. This generational investment in Georgia’s military communities and installations is the largest military construction appropriation in over a decade. “Georgia is a military state with 1 in 10 Georgia connected to our Armed Forces, so it was a top priority for me to secure the necessary federal funding to ensure our servicemembers, their families, and base communities have the support they need to continue defending our freedoms with dignity and ensure our nation’s military readiness. We cannot let Washington politics get in the way of delivering this bipartisan funding to Georgia’s military communities, and I will k… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/yallywood-warnock-co-leads-bipartisan-legislation-to-boost-georgias-growing-film-music-industries/ Y’ALLYWOOD: Warnock Co-Leads Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Georgia’s Growing Film, Music Industries 2025-08-01 2025 2025-08 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock is championing bipartisan legislation to further incentivize film, television, and music production in the United States, boosting Georgia’s economy Georgia is often referred to as the “Hollywood of the South” with entertainment productions providing billions of dollars in economic impact and thousands of Georgia jobs Senator Warnock: “Our continued investments in incentivizing domestic production for film, television, and music benefit our culture and our economy. That is why I am proud to help lead this bipartisan legislation to support domestic entertainment productions that will continue creating good-paying jobs” Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) introduced bipartisan legislation to extend and expand tax credits for American-based film, television, and live theatre productions. The Creative Relief and Expensing for Audio and Television Enterprises (CREATE) Act would support the film, TV, and music recording industries by extending a tax provision that allows these businesses to deduct expenses incurred in the United States more quickly than they would otherwise be able to. This would increase the incentive to keep production in the United States. The legislation would also extend the tax credits to now include music recording productions. Georgia is often referred to as the “Hollywood of the South” with entertainment productions providing billions of dollars in economic impact and thousands of Georgia jobs. “From productions like The Color Purple, to The Hunger Games, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Georgia has become a national leader in the arts and entertainment industry,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “Our continued investments in incentivizing domestic production for film, television, and music benefit our culture and our economy. That is why I am proud to help lead this bipartisan legislation to support domestic entertainment productions that will continue creating good-paying jobs and unleash econom… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:47Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-calls-for-immediate-access-to-humanitarian-aid-in-gaza/ Warnock Calls for Immediate Access to Humanitarian Aid in Gaza 2025-07-31 2025 2025-07 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Senator Reverend Warnock spoke about the need for Israel, the United States, and the global community to surge humanitarian aid into Gaza to prevent further death and starvation during a speech on the floor of the Senate Watch Senator Warnock’s speech HERE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) called for immediate access to humanitarian aid to end starvation among innocent Palestinian children and families in Gaza during a speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate. In his remarks, Senator Warnock highlighted how starvation is being weaponized in Gaza and how Israel, the United States, and the world need to be doing more to get food and aid to these people. Senator Warnock called on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stop using forced starvation as a weapon of war and instead focus on a lasting, moral peace that secures the return of the remaining hostages while respecting the dignity of Palestinian families and children who want the same peace as Israelis. “In Gaza today, starvation is being weaponized; famine isn’t a forecast but a fact, despite the denials of the Netanyahu government. I rise today, not only as a Senator, but as a pastor, as a pastor of the church where Martin Luther King Jr. served, who told us that we are tied in a single garment of destiny, caught up in an inescapable network of mutuality; whatever affects one directly affects all indirectly. I rise today as a father to say there is devastating starvation going on right now, and all of us, Israel, the United States, and the world cannot turn our eyes away. We must get to these people the food, the medicine, the dignity that their humanity requires,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. During the speech, Senator Warnock reaffirmed his support for the state of Israel and its right to defend itself while also acknowledging it is wrong to starve children and other innocent civilians to death. Senator Warnock continued his call for a ceasefire and for Hamas to return the hostages. The Senator looks forward to resumin… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:48:13Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-joint-resolutions-of-disapproval/ Warnock Statement on Joint Resolutions of Disapproval 2025-07-31 2025 2025-07 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) issued the following statement on his intentions to vote “YES” on two joint resolutions of disapproval amid mass starvation in Gaza. “It is wrong to starve children and other innocent civilians to death. Yet, whether through gross incompetence, woeful indifference, or some combination thereof, that is exactly what is happening right now in Gaza under the leadership of Benjamin Netanyahu and his government. It is a moral atrocity that cannot abide the conscience of those who believe in human dignity, freedom, and human thriving. That is why I will vote to support the Joint Resolution of Disapproval put before the Senate tonight. “I’ve made clear I support the state of Israel and its right to defend itself. Today, I urge the state of Israel, the United States, and the world to move as quickly as possible to get the people of Gaza the same nourishment and care that we would want for our own children. “I pray for a ceasefire and the return of the hostages home to their families, and look forward to resuming the work of securing peace and safety for all those in the region.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:48:13Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/watch-following-introduction-of-voting-rights-bill-warnock-highlights-voter-suppression-tactics-in-georgia-and-texas/ WATCH: Following Introduction of Voting Rights Bill, Warnock Highlights Voter Suppression Tactics in Georgia and Texas 2025-07-31 2025 2025-07 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper During a Wednesday Senate Rules Committee spotlight forum, Senator Reverend Warnock questioned former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder about recent and widespread voter suppression tactics led by Washington Republicans The forum followed Senator Warnock’s reintroduction of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, a bill that would strengthen protections against discriminatory voting practices across the country Georgia’s state government is currently purging nearly half a million registered voters from the voter rolls, one of the largest voter purges in the state’s history In Texas, state lawmakers, at the direction of President Trump, are looking to add five additional Republican seats in a cynical ploy to maintain the House of Representatives Senator Reverend Warnock during the forum: “Voting rights are preservative of all other rights” Watch Senator Warnock during the spotlight forum HERE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined members of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and the Senate Judiciary Committee for a spotlight forum titled “Protecting the Future of American Democracy: Fighting a Surge in Voter Suppression.” During the forum, Senator Warnock questioned former Attorney General Eric Holder on the Trump Administration’s efforts in Texas and other states to implement mid-decade racial redistricting for partisan political purposes. The forum was one day after Senator Warnock led the reintroduction of the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. The bill, named in honor of the late Georgia Congressman John Lewis, would strengthen protections against potentially discriminatory voting practices like voter purges across the country. “Voting rights are preservative of all other rights,” said Senator Warnock. “We talk about a lot of rights, but voting is the whole game. Democracy is the house we live in, and it’s the foundation and the framework in which we get to fight for the things that matter. And so, it’s almost impossible to overst… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:48:13Z
https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/amid-purge-of-ga-voter-rolls-senator-reverend-warnock-calls-for-restoration-of-voting-rights-act/ Amid Purge of GA Voter Rolls, Senator Reverend Warnock Calls for Restoration of Voting Rights Act 2025-07-29 2025 2025-07 Democrat Senate GA Raphael G. Warnock W000790 www.warnock.senate.gov warnock https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ scraper Georgia’s state government is currently purging nearly half a million registered voters from the voter rolls, one of the largest voter purges in the state’s history Senator Reverend Warnock’s John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act would strengthen protections against potentially discriminatory voting practices like voter purges across the country Senator Reverend Warnock served as Congressman John Lewis’ pastor at Atlanta’s Ebenezer Baptist Church Senator Reverend Warnock at the introduction press conference: “A vote is a kind of prayer for the world we desire for ourselves and our children” Link to press conference HERE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined Senate Judiciary Ranking Member Dick Durbin (D-IL), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Alex Padilla (D-CA), and 43 of their Senate Democratic colleagues in reintroducing the John R. Lewis Voting Advancement Act, legislation that would update and restore critical safeguards of the original Voting Rights Act of 1965 that have been eroded in recent years by federal court rulings. The legislation would strengthen our democracy by reestablishing preclearance for jurisdictions with a pattern of voting rights violations, protecting minority communities subject to discriminatory voting practices, and defending election workers from threats and intimidation. It is named in honor of voting rights champion and former Georgia Congressman John Lewis. This legislation is especially relevant in Georgia, where the Secretary of State’s office is purging the state’s voter rolls of nearly 500,000 voters, amounting to 6% of Georgia’s 8.4 million registered voters. This legislation would strengthen protections against racially discriminatory voting procedures, which include improper voter purges. Most of the cancellations affect voters in metro Atlanta’s counties of DeKalb, Cobb, Fulton and Gwinnett. “As I often say, a vote is a kind of prayer for the world we des… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:48:13Z

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