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https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/signed-into-law-senators-hassan-and-cornyns-bipartisan-bill-to-strengthen-border-security SIGNED INTO LAW: Senators Hassan and Cornyn’s Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Border Security 2024-12-30 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – The President recently signed into law the DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act, which U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and John Cornyn (R-TX) introduced. The bipartisan legislation requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to assess contracts for services performed along the U.S.-Mexico border and implement a plan to improve procurement and delivery of those services. “We need to continue working across the aisle to strengthen border security,” said Senator Hassan. “This bipartisan legislation is one additional way to better achieve that mission, and I am pleased that the President has signed it into law. It will help ensure that the Department of Homeland Security and its contractors are operating as effectively as possible at the border.” The DHS Office of Inspector General has previously reported instances when U.S. Customs and Border Protection failed to timely contract for adequate facilities at the Southern border. Senators Hassan and Cornyn’s legislation will mitigate this issue by requiring the DHS Under Secretary for Management to assess contracts valued at a minimum of $50 million for services performed by contractor personnel along the Southern border. DHS will also be required to develop a strategy and implementation plan to improve procurement and delivery of services. As part of the analysis, DHS is required to consider the impact of contracts on the ability of Border Patrol agents to carry out their primary mission responsibilities. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-statement-on-death-of-former-president-jimmy-carter Senator Hassan Statement on Death of Former President Jimmy Carter 2024-12-29 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan released the following statement regarding the death of former President Jimmy Carter: “Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to building a more equitable country and world. As President, he strengthened our education system, protected the environment, and helped make possible the historic peace treaty between Israel and Egypt. In the years following his presidency, he continued to lead international peace-keeping efforts and championed human rights. "President Carter made it his mission to improve the lives of Americans and people around the world. His commitments to building a more perfect union and advancing peace have helped to leave this world better than he found it. I join with people across New Hampshire, our country, and the world today in mourning his loss, and my prayers are with his loved ones at this time." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-on-passing-of-us-president-jimmy-carter Shaheen Statement on Passing of U.S. President Jimmy Carter 2024-12-29 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) issued the following statement on the passing of U.S. President Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States of America: “I’m devastated by the passing of my mentor and friend, Jimmy Carter, and join the nation in grieving the loss of this incredible leader,” said Shaheen. “He led this country with empathy, grace and determination, and I owe my journey in politics to him. From working on his primary presidential campaign in New Hampshire in 1975, I became inspired by his compassion for people and vision to make this country a better place. The values he passionately advocated for inspired my run for office, and I’ve made it my mission in the Senate to take the mantle of fighting for working families and justice. We have lost a titan of American politics, but our country is better for his unwavering service. I join with all Granite Staters in keeping the Carter family in our thoughts. May he rest in peace.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/signed-into-law-senators-hassan-and-cornyns-bipartisan-bill-to-help-prevent-child-abuse SIGNED INTO LAW: Senators Hassan and Cornyn's Bipartisan Bill to Help Prevent Child Abuse 2024-12-27 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper AUSTIN – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), and Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) released the following statements after their Jenna Quinn Law, which would allow current grant funds to be used to train and educate students, teachers, caregivers, and other adults who work with children in a professional or volunteer capacity on how to prevent, recognize, and report child sexual abuse, was signed into law earlier this week. The bill is named for Jenna Quinn, a Texan and child abuse survivor, and is modeled after successful reforms passed by the Texas Legislature in 2009. “Inspired by Texan Jenna Quinn, our landmark legislation modeled after successful reforms in Texas will ensure every student, teacher, and caregiver across the country has the tools to recognize and prevent abuse of vulnerable children,” said Sen. Cornyn. “This law is years in the making, and I want to thank the bill’s namesake, Jenna Quinn, Representatives Moran and McCaul, and all of my colleagues in Congress for their support.” “Members of both parties are united in our mission to find additional ways to keep children safe from sexual abuse,” said Sen. Hassan. “Our bipartisan legislation will help ensure that parents, teachers, and other community members receive evidence-based training to help protect children from sexual abuse." “Every child deserves protection from abuse. Ensuring all adults, teachers, and caregivers are equipped with the knowledge to identify, prevent, and report child sexual abuse is a necessary and life-saving mechanism,” said Sen. Luján. “Jenna’s Law is implemented across several states – including New Mexico – and should be federally recognized. I’m proud that this legislation was signed into law, bringing us one step closer to providing funding to train and educate students, teachers, and parents on best practices to prevent and report abuse.” Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) also cosponsored this legislation, and Representatives Nathaniel Moran (TX-01), Michael McCaul (TX-10), and Susan Wild (PA-07) led the legislat… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/signed-into-law-senators-hassan-and-hyde-smiths-bipartisan-legislation-to-benefit-national-guard-reserve-students SIGNED INTO LAW: Senators Hassan and Hyde-Smith’s Bipartisan Legislation to Benefit National Guard, Reserve Students 2024-12-27 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – In case you missed it, the annual defense bill signed into law earlier this week includes bipartisan legislation from U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) to ensure that students who serve in the National Guard or Reserves will be guaranteed readmission to their schools following a mobilization. “Students in the Reserves and the National Guard sacrifice to serve their communities and our country, and they shouldn’t have to jeopardize their spot in school because they were called to duty,” said Senator Hassan. “I am pleased that the latest national defense bill provides a measure that will ensure that student National Guard and Reserve members who are mobilized for short missions will have the security of knowing that their spot in school will be waiting for them.” “Many Guard and Reserve deployments last fewer than 30 days, putting numerous students who have volunteered to serve our nation at risk of having their educational pursuits derailed,” Hyde-Smith said. “I’m pleased the FY2025 NDAA includes an overdue fix to this problem.” The SERVE Act removes a “more than 30 days” stipulation in the law that only requires colleges and universities to readmit servicemembers who are deployed for more than 30 days. Prior to this bill, National Guard and Reserve members mobilized for fewer than 30 days were not universally entitled to be promptly readmitted. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/signed-into-law-hassan-backed-bipartisan-bill-to-support-autism-research SIGNED INTO LAW: Hassan-Backed Bipartisan Bill to Support Autism Research 2024-12-26 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – A bipartisan bill, backed by U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan, to support autism education, research, and resources has been signed into law. The Autism CARES Act of 2024 renews and expands federal support for research, services, and training related to autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. Senator Hassan, a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, & Pensions (HELP) Committee, helped advance this legislation through the Senate. “Individuals with autism deserve the best opportunities possible to thrive,” said Senator Hassan. “This bipartisan legislation will help advance autism research and education efforts. I am glad that the President has signed this bill into law, and I will continue to work to support people who experience disabilities.” This legislation is part of Senator Hassan’s ongoing efforts to support people who experience disabilities. In May, Senator Hassan’s provision to increase access to universal changing stations in airports was signed into law as part of the bipartisan Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization. Additionally, Senator Hassan helped secure funding to help families of children experiencing disabilities navigate the special education process and better access the resources available for children experiencing disabilities as part of a bipartisan government funding package. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/01/06/2025/signed-into-law-annual-defense-bill-with-key-hassan-backed-provisions SIGNED INTO LAW: Annual Defense Bill with Key Hassan-Backed Provisions 2024-12-24 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – The President signed into law the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, including key provisions that Senator Maggie Hassan secured and supported. Among other measures, the legislation includes a 14.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted service members and a 4.5 percent raise for all other service members. “Service members sacrifice to keep our country safe, secure, and free, and our bipartisan annual defense bill will further support them in their mission,” said Senator Hassan. “This bill will also strengthen our national security – including by taking on China – and it delivers for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and other New Hampshire priorities.” Key measures to strengthen national security and support service members supported by Senator Hassan: The SERVE Act, introduced by Senators Hassan and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), which will guarantee readmission to colleges and universities for National Guard and Reserve members after a mobilization or deployment A 14.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted service members and a 4.5 percent pay raise for all service members Taking on China and Russia by: Prohibiting the Defense Department from contracting with any entity that provides semiconductor products to Chinese telecom company Huawei Strengthening intelligence sharing to help counter Chinese trafficking of fentanyl and fentanyl precursors Increasing investments in the Pacific Deterrence Initiative and establishing the Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative Directing the Defense Department to report on its efforts to identify and apply lessons learned from the war in Ukraine in order to strengthen U.S. national security efforts Establishing a counter-UAS (commonly referred to as drones) task force for U.S. military installations; requiring a counter-UAS strategy for Defense Department facilities, assets, and personnel in the U.S.; and providing greater resources for counter-UAS technologies Increasing access to contraception by eliminating co-pays for w… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-statement-on-averting-a-shutdown Senator Hassan Statement on Averting a Shutdown 2024-12-21 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH) issued the following statement on the vote last night to continue government funding and avert a shutdown: “Government shutdowns have real and severe impacts on the American people, including by risking our national security and threatening livelihoods – which is why it is important that we voted on a bipartisan basis to avert a shutdown. The legislation we passed also includes vital disaster relief funding and economic assistance for farmers. “But I want to be clear – the only reason that we were on the brink of a shutdown is because House Republicans caved to President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk, who at the last minute opposed a bipartisan deal reached after months of negotiations. That bipartisan agreement included crucial measures that were left out of the bill we passed last night, including ones that would have lowered health care costs and strengthened efforts to prevent and treat addiction. Moving forward, I urge my colleagues to work in good faith to find common ground and deliver for the American people.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-on-passage-of-the-continuing-resolution-to-keep-the-government-open-provide-disaster-funding-to-support-new-hampshire-farmers Shaheen Statement on Passage of the Continuing Resolution to Keep the Government Open, Provide Disaster Funding to Support New Hampshire Farmers 2024-12-21 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee and Chair of the Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Subcommittee, today issued the following statement after Congress passed a continuing resolution that will keep the government funded through March 14, 2025, and provide $110 billion in disaster supplemental funding to help farmers and communities: “I’m relieved we came to a deal to keep the government open and provide disaster funding for communities and farmers. It’s unfortunate that a billionaire and President-elect Trump came in at the 11th hour to reject the deal Democrats and Republicans had spent months working on that would have not only kept the government open and provided disaster aid, but also would have funded critical services that Granite State families rely on and reformed pharmacy benefit managers that are responsible for skyrocketing costs of prescription drugs. “In the future, I hope that we can get back to this bipartisan agreement that included provisions to improve our health care system, support workforce development and provide for our seniors. “Americans want us to work together to make their lives better. I’m glad we’ve worked to avoid a disastrous government shutdown, and moving forward, I hope both parties can work together to avert such unnecessary crises in the future.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-recognizes-david-bugbee-of-concord-as-decembers-granite-stater-of-the-month Senator Hassan Recognizes David Bugbee of Concord as December’s Granite Stater of the Month 2024-12-20 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan recognized David Bugbee of Concord as December’s Granite Stater of the Month. David has been regularly donating blood since he was 17 years old, helping countless Granite Staters through his donations. David was first inspired to donate blood by his father, who donated regularly when David was a child. When David was 17, he saw a flyer at his Manchester college and, remembering his father’s frequent donations, decided to go. After his first donation, David knew that this would be a meaningful way in which he could help others – and now, at 71, he has given blood more than 200 times. Blood donations can be used for many different purposes in a hospital or emergency setting, and hospitals rely on volunteers like David to collect enough supply for patients in need. Donating blood is David’s way of giving back to his community and he says that he has gotten used to the sensation of giving a pint of blood. He regularly visits his donation center in Concord to give blood, and he appreciates the Red Cross workers who run the center. David’s selfless commitment to regularly donating blood is a great example of the Granite State spirit of helping other people in any way possible. Senator Hassan launched the “Granite Stater of the Month” initiative in 2017 to recognize outstanding New Hampshire citizens who go above and beyond to help their neighbors and make their communities stronger. To nominate a New Hampshire citizen to be a “Granite Stater of the Month,” constituents can complete the nomination form here. To read Senator Hassan’s statement for the Congressional Record, see below. I am honored to recognize David Bugbee of Concord as December’s Granite Stater of the Month. David, who is 71 years old, has been donating blood, regularly, since he was 17, helping countless Granite Staters and others in our region through this precious gift. David was first inspired to donate blood by his father. As a child, David remembers going with his dad to regular blood donation appointme… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-hassan-and-boozman-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-make-it-easier-for-veterans-to-schedule-medical-appointments Senators Hassan and Boozman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Make it Easier for Veterans to Schedule Medical Appointments 2024-12-20 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and John Boozman (R-AR), members of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, introduced the Improving Veteran Access to Care Act, bipartisan legislation to improve the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) health care scheduling process so that veterans can easily schedule multiple visits at once through one phone call or online. Currently, veterans do not have access to one centralized platform to schedule appointments for many types of VA-based specialty care. Veterans often prefer to schedule various specialist appointments that they need for the same day – in order to avoid multiple trips to the VA – but they must call individual clinics to set up appointments for specialty care. Attempting to coordinate multiple appointments through multiple phone calls and trips places a burden on all veterans, but particularly on those who must travel a long distance for appointments. The Senators’ Improving Veteran Access to Care Act would address this issue by requiring the VA to create a streamlined scheduling system where veterans can either call or go online to view and schedule appointments for all types of VA care. “After all they’ve given to our country, veterans should be able to get VA care that serves their needs and that respects their time – but the current VA system for scheduling multiple appointments is complicated and burdensome. This is especially true for veterans in rural areas who often must travel long distances to receive care,” said Senator Hassan. “This commonsense, bipartisan bill will create a more streamlined and user-friendly scheduling process, and will make it easier for veterans in New Hampshire and across the country to access the health care they have earned and deserve.” “Ensuring the VA can provide the resources and care our servicemembers earned and expect must always be a priority,” said Boozman. “By streamlining the medical appointment scheduling process for our veterans, we can remove inefficiencies that hinder this critical mission… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-warns-against-impacts-of-republican-manufactured-shutdown-urges-colleagues-to-pass-bipartisan-agreement-to-keep-government-open-and-provide-disaster-relief Shaheen Warns Against Impacts of Republican-Manufactured Shutdown, Urges Colleagues to Pass Bipartisan Agreement to Keep Government Open and Provide Disaster Relief 2024-12-20 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, took to the Senate floor to warn against the impacts of a possible Republican-manufactured government shutdown on Granite Staters, and called for her colleagues to pass the bipartisan agreement to keep the government open and provide disaster relief, including for funding that would go to New Hampshire farmers impacted by crop losses last year and to repair the Coast Guard’s Portsmouth station. You can watch the Senator’s full remarks here. Key quotes from Senator Shaheen: “President-elect Trump hasn't even been sworn in office yet and already he's thrown the government into chaos. That's really unfortunate because the people who are going to be hurt the most are the ones that we serve as representatives, as senators right here in Congress, and that's the American people.” “Shutting down the government just days before Christmas means that thousands of federal workers will be forced to work without pay. In New Hampshire, our farmers could lose out on disaster aid that they need to recover from devastating crop losses last year. The health clinics that are vital to Granite Staters will shutter. The Coast Guard wouldn't get the funding it needs for repairs at the Portsmouth station.” “The WIC program—women, infants and children—helps feed more than 12,000 people in New Hampshire, and if we don't act now, funding to continue to support thousands of women and newborns will be at risk. So, let me say it again: this harm is being inflicted on women, children and families, and it is avoidable.” “Democrats and Republicans negotiated in good faith. We agreed to keep the government open through a negotiated process. We agreed to provide disaster relief and to support critical needs for working families. We were ready to vote so we could keep the lights on here, so we could turn the Christmas lights on at home for so many working people across this country. And now because the world's richest man, … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/romney-reed-moran-king-hassan-introduce-legislation-to-mitigate-extreme-ai-risks Romney, Reed, Moran, King, Hassan Introduce Legislation to Mitigate Extreme AI Risks 2024-12-19 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Mitt Romney (R-UT), Jack Reed (D-RI), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Angus King (I-ME), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) today introduced first of its kind legislation that deals exclusively with safeguarding U.S. national security against extreme risks—chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and cyber threats—posed by future developments in advanced AI models. The bipartisan Preserving American Dominance in AI Act, crafted based on the group’s previously-released framework, would establish the Artificial Intelligence Safety Review Office within the Department of Commerce. The Office would work with industry to defend frontier models against misuse by foreign adversaries looking to exploit the technology for nefarious purposes. The Office’s mission would be to prioritize the national security implications of AI while ensuring the U.S. domestic AI industry remains dominant over our foreign adversaries. This legislation is limited to frontier models—the most advanced AI models that are still yet to be developed. “AI has the potential to dramatically improve and transform our way of life, but it also comes with enormous risks to national security. We must safeguard this advanced technology from terrorists and adversaries looking to cause widespread harm,” Senator Romney said. “My colleagues and I have spent the last several months turning our framework into bipartisan legislation that would preserve America’s competitive edge in AI while also ensuring the most advanced models do not pose unchecked chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or cyber risks. It is my hope that our legislation will serve as a starting point for discussion on what actions Congress and the incoming administration should take on AI-enabled extreme risks—without hampering American innovation.” “While AI offers tremendous benefits, we must recognize the risks and take steps to ensure that this tool is not exploited by adversaries to threaten American security and leadership. This bipartisan bill would establish an AI Safety R… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-hassan-and-lankford-push-department-of-homeland-security-to-address-potential-gps-outages Senators Hassan and Lankford Push Department of Homeland Security to Address Potential GPS Outages 2024-12-19 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and James Lankford (R-OK) wrote to the Department of Homeland Security calling for information on its efforts to protect critical infrastructure and public safety from GPS disruptions. “GPS technology has become an integral part of our nation’s critical infrastructure,” wrote the Senators. “GPS disruptions could affect the delivery of critical community services provided by multiple government and commercial entities, and could lead to cascading detrimental economic, public safety, and security effects.” “We are concerned that the United States is lagging in its efforts to prepare for a potential GPS outage when compared to the efforts of our adversaries,” continued the Senators. “Reporting from the New York Times indicates that China is investing in land-based alternatives to GPS, including by building hundreds of physical timing stations and laying thousands of miles of fiber-optic cables… We are also concerned by steps that international competitors have taken to challenge U.S. leadership in position, navigation, and timing capabilities.” The Senators are asking the Department of Homeland Security to respond to questions on the Department’s efforts to address GPS vulnerabilities and help enhance the resilience of U.S. critical infrastructure. Click here to see the full letter or see text below: Dear Secretary Mayorkas, We write to express our concerns regarding the preparedness of critical infrastructure for potential outages of the Global Positioning System (GPS). GPS signals are vital to the operation of critical infrastructure – including in the transportation, energy, telecommunications, and emergency services sectors – but are susceptible to disruptions by foreign adversaries and criminal actors. Public reports of GPS disruptions – including from jamming and spoofing – have increased dramatically; for example, the number of commercial flights globally impacted by GPS spoofing increased from a few dozen in February to more than 1,100 in August.[1] Given… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/shaheen-hassan-secure-new-hampshire-priorities-in-bipartisan-water-infrastructure-bill Shaheen, Hassan Secure New Hampshire Priorities in Bipartisan Water Infrastructure Bill 2024-12-19 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) issued the following statements after the Senate passed by a vote of 97-1 the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, biennial legislation that authorizes water infrastructure projects across the country. The bill recently passed the House of Representatives and is now headed to the President’s desk. “Protecting and enhancing New Hampshire’s waterways, infrastructure and ecosystems is key to boosting our state’s economy, which is why I’m pleased that this bipartisan legislation has passed the Senate and will soon be signed into law,” said Senator Shaheen. “I was proud to secure inclusion of my bill to reauthorize the Northern Border Regional Commission—an agency that serves as a key economic driver in New Hampshire’s northern rural communities. Also included are provisions to advance much-needed upgrades to Granite State water and wastewater infrastructure, including a feasibility study at the Surry Mountain Dam.” “This bipartisan legislation will support New Hampshire’s economy and environment,” said Senator Hassan. “It is particularly important that through this legislation, we reauthorized the Northern Border Regional Commission, which has provided critical support to local projects that have spurred economic development across the Granite State. In addition, this bill includes key measures to protect and preserve the Granite State’s vital water resources. These measures will strengthen New Hampshire’s communities for years to come.” WRDA contains several New Hampshire priorities that Shaheen and Hassan worked to secure, including: Northern Border Regional Commission Reauthorization Act: WRDA 2024 includes Senator Shaheen’s legislation to reauthorize the Northern Border Regional Commission for another five years. NBRC encourages business retention and expansion, invests in public infrastructure and promotes tourism across northern Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York. To address unique challenges facing rural work… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-hassan-secure-new-hampshire-priorities-in-bipartisan-water-infrastructure-bill Shaheen, Hassan Secure New Hampshire Priorities in Bipartisan Water Infrastructure Bill 2024-12-19 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) issued the following statements after the Senate passed by a vote of 97-1 the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, biennial legislation that authorizes water infrastructure projects across the country. The bill recently passed the House of Representatives and is now headed to the President’s desk. “Protecting and enhancing New Hampshire’s waterways, infrastructure and ecosystems is key to boosting our state’s economy, which is why I’m pleased that this bipartisan legislation has passed the Senate and will soon be signed into law,” said Senator Shaheen. “I was proud to secure inclusion of my bill to reauthorize the Northern Border Regional Commission—an agency that serves as a key economic driver in New Hampshire’s northern rural communities. Also included are provisions to advance much-needed upgrades to Granite State water and wastewater infrastructure, including a feasibility study at the Surry Mountain Dam.” “This bipartisan legislation will support New Hampshire’s economy and environment,” said Senator Hassan. “It is particularly important that through this legislation, we reauthorized the Northern Border Regional Commission, which has provided critical support to local projects that have spurred economic development across the Granite State. In addition, this bill includes key measures to protect and preserve the Granite State’s vital water resources. These measures will strengthen New Hampshire’s communities for years to come.” WRDA contains several New Hampshire priorities that Shaheen and Hassan worked to secure, including: Northern Border Regional Commission Reauthorization Act: WRDA 2024 includes Senator Shaheen’s legislation to reauthorize the Northern Border Regional Commission for another five years. NBRC encourages business retention and expansion, invests in public infrastructure and promotes tourism across northern Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York. To address unique challenges facing rural work… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/passed-the-senate-senators-hassan-and-ernsts-bipartisan-bill-to-strengthen-criminal-penalties-for-violent-crimes-directed-by-foreign-adversaries PASSED THE SENATE: Senators Hassan and Ernst’s Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Criminal Penalties for Violent Crimes Directed by Foreign Adversaries 2024-12-18 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) to increase criminal penalties for individuals who commit, or attempt to commit, violent crimes in the United States on behalf of foreign adversaries. The DETERRENCE Act would both hold offenders accountable and deter criminals, including criminal organizations, from taking money from foreign adversaries in exchange for committing crimes on American soil. “It is unacceptable that foreign adversaries are working with criminal organizations in the United States to kill people on American soil,” said Senator Hassan. “This bipartisan legislation will strengthen criminal penalties on gangs and criminals who engage in violent behavior on behalf of a foreign government. The Senate has sent a clear message that we will not tolerate this outrageous behavior, and I urge my colleagues in the House to quickly pass it so that it can become law.” “The Senate has taken action to ensure any bad actor thinks twice before working with our adversaries or messing with any of our citizens. The bipartisan DETERRENCE Act will create severe consequences for anyone helping carry out Iran’s malign mission of ‘death to America’ and deter any criminal organization targeting Americans on our own soil. As Tehran ramps up their aggression, including by targeting President Trump, there must be no delay in making this critical legislation law,” said Senator Ernst. Under the DETERRENCE Act, criminals working for foreign adversaries can be sentenced to longer prison sentences. The bill specifically increases criminal penalties for the following federal crimes when the crimes are committed under U.S. jurisdiction on behalf of foreign governments: Engaging in a murder-for-hire scheme Murdering or attempting to murder certain federal officials, including Presidents-elect Murdering or attempting to murder certain former federal officials, or their families, because of their official actions Assaulting certain … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-meets-with-secretary-of-veterans-affairs-nominee-doug-collins Senator Hassan Meets with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Nominee Doug Collins 2024-12-18 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Senator Maggie Hassan today met with former Congressman Doug Collins, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). As a member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Senator Hassan will participate in a hearing on Rep. Collins’s nomination. “Representative Collins and I had a constructive conversation about the importance of ensuring that veterans in New Hampshire and across the country get the full health care and benefits that they have earned and deserve. In our meeting, I stressed the importance of continuing to forge bipartisan progress to improve the VA and deliver meaningful results for veterans, including by investing in VA infrastructure in New Hampshire and building on progress that we have made through the bipartisan PACT Act and other recent legislation. We also discussed the need for us to continue to strengthen mental health care services for veterans and to make sure that rural veterans have reliable access to quality, prompt care and services,” said Senator Hassan. “My father was a World War II veteran, and he instilled in me the importance of honoring service and sacrifice. I deeply appreciate Representative Collins’s service to our country in uniform, including during his deployment to Iraq. I look forward to hearing more from him during his confirmation hearing, and I will continue to work with members of both parties on additional ways to support and honor the heroes who have helped keep America safe, secure, and free.” As a member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Senator Hassan has led bipartisan efforts to support service members, veterans, and their families. Senator Hassan helped develop and pass the bipartisan PACT Act into law to help veterans secure the benefits and care that they have earned. Senator Hassan also helped create and fund the 988 suicide hotline, which has a specified veterans crisis line, as well as helped pass into law bipartisan legislation to strengthen the Solid Start program, which contacts every… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-applauds-senate-passage-of-annual-defense-bill-highlights-key-new-hampshire-and-national-security-wins-she-secured Shaheen Applauds Senate Passage of Annual Defense Bill, Highlights Key New Hampshire and National Security Wins She Secured 2024-12-18 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper **Senate-passed NDAA includes the largest pay raise for enlisted service members in decades, as well as landmark Shaheen amendments to eliminate contraception co-pays for women in the military, support New Hampshire’s workforce and defense industrial base and reauthorize the Women, Peace and Security Act** (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), released the following statement applauding U.S. Senate passage of the fiscal year (FY) 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which she helped shape to directly respond to challenges facing America’s national security and military readiness. As the second-ranking Democrat on SASC, Senator Shaheen is instrumental in fighting to include provisions that both accomplish top national security objectives and enhance New Hampshire’s role in support of our national defense. The bill now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “The annual defense bill is an opportunity to advance our country’s national security goals and address issues facing Granite State families. While I don’t agree with everything in this bipartisan compromise, working across the aisle to bolster our defense, support service members and provide for communities makes our nation stronger and sends an important message to our allies and adversaries,” said Shaheen. “From the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard to our innovative defense manufacturing industry, New Hampshire plays an integral role in boosting our national security. That’s why I was proud to secure provisions to support our state’s contributions while also addressing challenges, like tackling PFAS contamination, ensuring access to benefits for service members and supporting our defense industry and installations.” After passing the U.S. Senate, the bill now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Below is a summary of top New Hampshire and national security priorities secured by Shaheen in the FY 2025 NDAA. Critically, the bill authorizes … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-to-become-ranking-member-of-us-senate-foreign-relations-committee-in-119th-congress Shaheen To Become Ranking Member of U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee in 119th Congress 2024-12-18 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today announced she will be Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee in the 119th Congress: “I am honored by and appreciative of the opportunity to serve as Ranking Member on the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee in the upcoming 119th Congress. America’s global leadership is at a critical juncture as we look at the challenges before us, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East. Uplifting the importance of diplomacy in our foreign policy is key to maintaining America’s role as a force of democracy, strength and stability,” said Shaheen. Shaheen continued, “The committee has important work to do to stand up to America’s adversaries, counter disinformation and address emerging technology. I look forward to working closely with Chairman Jim Risch and members of the Committee to tackle the most serious and important challenges facing our nation and the world and to ensure America can lead from a position of strength.” Senator Shaheen has served on the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee since arriving in the Senate in 2009. As Governor of New Hampshire, she led the state’s first overseas trade mission, seeing firsthand the importance of our globally connected world and the benefits it brings back home. She also serves on the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committees, as well as the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittees on State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs and Defense. Senator Shaheen re-established the bipartisan U.S. Senate NATO Observer Group in 2018 with U.S. Senator Tillis (R-NC). Senator Shaheen believes that a strong and active United States is fundamental to securing our national interests at home and abroad. She also believes that U.S. global leadership is directly tied to the strength of our ideals, our alliances and our diplomacy, and she is constantly working to ensure our national security policies reflect our broader democratic values. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cornyn-hassan-bill-to-improve-contractor-services-along-southern-border-heads-to-presidents-desk TO THE PRESIDENT’S DESK: Senators Hassan and Cornyn’s Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Border Security 2024-12-17 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) released the following statements after their DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act, which would require the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Under Secretary for Management to deliver a report assessing contracts for services performed along the U.S.-Mexico border and implement a plan to improve procurement and delivery of those services, passed the Senate and now heads to the President’s desk: “As a founding member of the Senate DOGE Caucus, I’m looking for any and every opportunity to streamline government processes, including at our southern border,” said Sen. Cornyn. “This legislation would identify new ways to better protect taxpayer dollars and support our Border Patrol agents, CBP officers, and other personnel who work tirelessly to safeguard Texans.” “We need to continue working across the aisle to strengthen border security,” said Sen. Hassan. “This bipartisan legislation is one additional way to better achieve that mission. It will help ensure that the Department of Homeland Security and its contractors are operating as effectively as possible at the border.” U.S. Representatives Josh Brecheen (OK-02) and Mark Green (TN-07) led companion legislation in the House. Background: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Inspector General has previously reported instances when U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) failed to timely contract for adequate facilities to detain illegal migrants and provide medical services. This legislation would mitigate instances similar to those by requiring the DHS Under Secretary for Management to assess contracts valued at a minimum of $50 million for services performed by contractor personnel along the southern border. DHS would also be required to develop a strategy and implementation plan to improve procurement and delivery of services. As part of the analysis, DHS is required to consider the impact of contracts on the ability of Border Patrol agents to carry out t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-participates-in-bipartisan-delegation-to-commemorate-the-80th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-the-bulge Senator Hassan Participates in Bipartisan Delegation to Commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge 2024-12-17 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH) recently joined a bipartisan Senate Delegation to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. Senator Hassan’s father, Robert Wood, served in the Battle of the Bulge in the 385th Regiment, 76th Infantry Division. Photos and video from the delegation visit can be found here. “It was an honor to be able to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, where Americans soldiers fought through harrowing conditions to help save the world from Hitler’s tyranny,” Senator Hassan said. “My father served in the battle, and the war showed him why tyrants like Hitler cannot be appeased – and that freedom is always worth fighting for. As America continues to face threats around the world, including from Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and terrorism supported by Iran, it remains as essential as ever that we learn from the heroes of the Battle of the Bulge, follow their example of courage, and stand strong against tyranny and terror in defense of our freedoms.” The Senate Delegation was led by Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS) and also included Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), Senator Susan Collins (R-ME), and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY). During the trip, Senator Hassan and the bipartisan Senate Delegation attended the Battle of the Bulge Memorial Commemoration in Bastogne, Belgium. They later visited the Luxembourg American Cemetery to pay their respects to American service members and lay a wreath to honor those who fell in the battle. The delegation also participated in a number of meetings focused on national security, international partnerships, and the importance of continued support for Ukraine in the face of Putin’s unjustified and ongoing invasion. The Battle of the Bulge, which began on December 16, 1944, marked the Germans’ last major offensive campaign during World War II. The battle was the costliest fought by American soldiers in World War II, with American losses totaling more than 89,000, including 19,000 dead. Faced with freezing temperat… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/to-the-presidents-desk-hassan-cornyn-colleagues-bill-to-help-prevent-child-abuse TO THE PRESIDENT'S DESK: Hassan, Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Help Prevent Child Abuse 2024-12-17 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), and Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) released the following statements after their Jenna Quinn Law, which would allow current grant funds to be used to train and educate students, teachers, caregivers, and other adults who work with children in a professional or volunteer capacity on how to prevent, recognize, and report child sexual abuse, passed the House and now heads to the President’s desk. The bill is named for Jenna Quinn, a Texan and child abuse survivor, and is modeled after successful reforms passed by the Texas Legislature in 2009. “Congress must ensure every state has robust resources to train those who work with children on how to identify and prevent the vicious cycle of child sexual abuse,” said Sen. Cornyn. “This legislation, inspired by Texan Jenna Quinn, would give students, teachers, and caregivers more tools to protect vulnerable children nationwide, and I urge the President to sign it without delay.” “Members of both parties are united in our mission to find additional ways to keep children safe from sexual abuse,” said Sen. Hassan. “Our bipartisan legislation will help ensure that parents, teachers, and other community members receive evidence-based training to help protect children from sexual abuse, and I look forward to the President signing this commonsense bill into law.” “Every child deserves protection from abuse. Ensuring all adults, teachers, and caregivers are equipped with the knowledge to identify, prevent, and report child sexual abuse is a necessary and life-saving mechanism,” said Sen. Luján. “Jenna’s Law is implemented across several states – including New Mexico – and should be federally recognized. I’m proud to see this bipartisan legislation passed the House and Senate, bringing us one step closer to providing funding to train and educate students, teachers, and parents on best practices to prevent and report abuse.” The Jenna Quinn Law passed the Senate on February 9th, 2024. Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) also cosponso… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-following-meeting-with-us-ambassador-to-the-united-nations-nominee-congresswoman-stefanik Shaheen Statement Following Meeting with U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nominee Congresswoman Stefanik 2024-12-17 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today issued the following statement after meeting with U.S. Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21), President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (UN). A photo from the meeting can be found here. “In our meeting today, Congresswoman Stefanik and I spoke about the importance of bringing allies and like-minded countries together through the United Nations to address global crises and achieve outcomes that are beneficial to America’s national security. I expressed my deeply held belief that, when the U.S. has a meaningful seat at the table, we can accomplish shared priorities like promoting democratic values, countering Russia and China’s malign influence and combatting anti-Semitism. I look forward to discussing these topics further in the Congresswoman’s confirmation hearing.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/young-colleagues-reintroduce-bill-to-provide-tsa-precheck-to-disabled-veterans Hassan, Young, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Provide TSA PreCheck to Disabled Veterans 2024-12-16 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Roger Marshall (R-Kansas), and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to provide veterans with service-connected disabilities with expedited screening under the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) PreCheck program. TSA PreCheck is already offered to active duty, reserves, and National Guard service members at no cost. The Veterans Expedited TSA Screening (VETS) Safe Travel Act will expand this program to include veterans who are amputees, paralyzed, or blind. Passing through airport security with prosthetics, wheelchairs, or other mobility aids presents a challenge to these individuals when traveling. “Airports can be a dreaded experience for veterans with service-connected disabilities because of the invasive screenings they may endure at security checkpoints. Our bill will bring dignified travel to thousands of wounded warriors by ensuring PreCheck benefits are easily available to them,” said Senator Young. “Millions of Veterans have sacrificed a great deal in service to our nation and returned home with service-connected disabilities—for those of us who rely on prosthetics and wheelchairs for mobility, air travel and passing through airport security can be a challenge,” said Senator Duckworth. “I’m proud to join Senator Young in re-introducing this bipartisan legislation to make TSA PreCheck available at no cost to these Veterans and make flying and passing through airports easier and less intrusive.” "Our wounded veterans deserve a TSA security process that respects their sacrifices and minimizes unnecessary stress at checkpoints. Offering free PreCheck to wounded veterans is a small but meaningful way to honor their service and make their travel experiences easier," said Senator Marshall. “For veterans who have already overcome extraordinary challenges in service to our country, navigating airport security should not be another hurdle,” said Senator Hassan. “This bipartisan legislation recognizes the… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-hassan-murkowski-duckworth-and-collins-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-ensure-no-cost-contraception-coverage-for-all-women Senators Hassan, Murkowski, Duckworth, and Collins Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ensure No-Cost Contraception Coverage for All Women 2024-12-13 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced a bipartisan bill to help ensure full access to no-cost contraception coverage for all women. Currently, private insurance and Medicaid must cover all types of contraception, such as oral contraception and IUD insertion, at no cost to the patient. The Closing the Contraception Coverage Gap Act seeks to close any remaining gaps in order to ensure that all women can get the best form of contraception for them without a copay. The bipartisan bill would require Medicare to also cover contraception at no cost to the patient, closing a known gap in contraception coverage for young and middle-aged women who experience long-term disabilities. One million women aged 20 - 49 receive health coverage from Medicare, which they most often are eligible for because of a long-term disability. The bill would additionally require the Government Accountability Office to analyze if there are any other contraception coverage gaps so that they can be closed as well. “Every woman should be able to get the health care that’s right for her, and this bipartisan bill will help ensure that all women can access no-cost contraception under all insurance plans,” said Senator Hassan. “This bill will close a gap that has stopped many women from getting coverage for contraception and help ensure that there are no other gaps in coverage.” “I am co-leading this legislation because women should not face further barriers to access contraception,” Senator Murkowski said. “This legislation would secure access to, and coverage for, contraception for the roughly 1 million women of reproductive age with long-term disabilities covered by Medicare, ensuring parity with coverage offered by Medicaid and private insurance.” “There’s no reason that women with disabilities should have a harder time accessing birth control than anyone else,” said Senator Duckworth. “By requiring Medicare to cover birth control without any cost to … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-collins-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-improve-medicare-beneficiaries-access-to-diabetes-treatments-and-education Shaheen, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Medicare Beneficiaries’ Access to Diabetes Treatments and Education 2024-12-13 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Susan Collins (R-ME) are introducing new, bipartisan legislation, the Diabetes Interventions Addressing Barriers to Enrollment, Technology and Education Services (DIABETES) Act, to improve access to diabetes treatments and respond to the ongoing need for diabetes technology education among Medicare beneficiaries. “Far too often, Medicare beneficiaries have to jump through hoops to access life-saving diabetes care or are forced to change treatments simply because of outdated coverage requirements,” said Senator Shaheen. “This bill would improve access to supportive services, eliminate disruptions in coverage and remove significant obstacles so that those on Medicare can continue with the treatment regimens that work best for them.” “Delays or disruptions to coverage of diabetes technologies can significantly diminish patient health, particularly for those enrolling in Medicare,” said Senator Collins. “This bipartisan legislation would streamline coverage for insulin pumps and expand education and training for patients and providers, improving care for individuals managing diabetes.” The bill has been endorsed by the Diabetes Technology Access Coalition and the American Diabetes Association. “For too long, Americans with diabetes have been frustrated in trying to access diabetes care that works for them. For the thirty two percent of Medicare beneficiaries who have diabetes, they need access the care that works for them, ranging from pharmaceutical and technological interventions to behavioral interventions, like diabetes self-management training. This is essential since individuals experience their diabetes uniquely. This bill would dramatically improve access to diabetes care for our seniors, and DTAC applauds Senators Shaheen and Collins for their leadership and commitment to ensuring that all individuals have access to a comprehensive and flexible set of diabetes treatment options,” said Tim Trysla, Executive Director of the Diabetes Technology Acce… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-discusses-legislative-wins-and-priorities-for-new-hampshire-during-new-england-councils-capitol-hill-report Shaheen Discusses Legislative Wins and Priorities for New Hampshire During New England Council’s Capitol Hill Report 2024-12-13 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Manchester, NH) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen spoke at an event hosted by the New England Council to discuss her legislative wins for New Hampshire and previewed ongoing priorities, including lowering health care costs, addressing New Hampshire’s affordable housing crisis and strengthening U.S. national security. The fireside chat was moderated by James T. Brett, President of the New England Council, which is the nation’s oldest regional business organization, comprised of businesses and organizations across the six New England states. Later, Shaheen stopped by the WZID studio to join the 26th annual WZID Christmas Is For Kids Radiothon. You can find photos from both events here and watch the discussion in full here. “We have our work cut for us between now and the end of this session, but I’m working to push through legislation that will make a real difference to folks in New Hampshire. That includes supplemental disaster aid funding for FEMA and an extension of Affordable Care Act premium tax credits that make health care affordable for millions of Americans,” said Senator Shaheen. “I was glad to join the New England Council today to discuss these efforts and ways to continue supporting our region’s economy and businesses through my work in Washington.” Later, Shaheen stopped by the WZID studio to join the 26th WZID Christmas Is For Kids Radiothon, which is the final year of this annual event. “I’ve been honored to join this event a number of times over the years, and I’ve seen how much hard work goes into making it a success,” said Senator Shaheen. “The work that Waypoint does to support vulnerable Granite Starters when they need it the most, not just during the holiday season but year-round, is so important because it gives people a lifeline and a chance to get back on their feet.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/bipartisan-senate-delegation-to-represent-the-us-senate-at-80th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-the-bulge-in-bastogne-and-luxembourg Bipartisan Senate Delegation to Represent the U.S. Senate at 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in Bastogne & Luxembourg 2024-12-12 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) released the following joint statement announcing that they will represent the U.S. Senate at the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in Bastogne and Luxembourg: “Eighty years ago under the harsh conditions of winter, American troops held the line and fought back against Nazi Germany in the costliest American battle of World War II – the Battle of the Bulge. We are honored to represent the United States Senate at the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge alongside WWII veterans and world leaders. Over the next few days, we look forward to recognizing the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who answered the call to serve and to pay our respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.” The Senate delegation will attend ceremonies at the Battle of the Bulge Monument in Bastogne, Belgium, on Friday, December 13, and at the Luxembourg American Cemetery on Saturday, December 14. The ceremonies are hosted by the American Battle Monuments Commission. More information regarding the official events can be found here. # # # 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cornyn-colleagues-bill-to-increase-transparency-of-federal-grant-application-process-signed-into-law SIGNED INTO LAW: Hassan, Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Increase Transparency of Federal Grant Application Process 2024-12-12 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), John Thune (R-SD), Gary Peters (D-MI), John Kennedy (R-LA), and Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statements after their Grant Transparency Act, which would require government agencies to provide competitive grant applicants with more information about their selection criteria and evaluation process, was signed into law: “Grant applicants often don’t have enough information to know why they are not awarded a competitive grant despite meeting the criteria,” said Sen. Cornyn. “The Grant Transparency Act will require government agencies to shine a light on how they decide between applicants behind closed doors, and I’m glad to see it become law.” “Federal grant funding provides essential support to small towns and organizations, but the current process can often leave applicants in the dark about how their applications will be evaluated,” said Sen. Hassan. “This bipartisan legislation will help grant applicants understand exactly how they can successfully compete for federal funding that can make a real difference in their local communities.” “State and local leaders work hard to develop a strong application process for federal funding,” said Sen. Thune. “This legislation will require agencies to increase transparency of the grant application process, which will help ensure that funding is truly based on merit, not political favoritism.” “Grant dollars can be a game changer for communities, but too often applicants lack the information needed to effectively compete for these important federal investments,” said Sen. Peters. “This law will help applicants across Michigan and the country better understand how their projects will be evaluated, making sure every community has a fair shot at accessing these resources.” “Louisianians deserve to know how the government chooses competitive grant recipients,” said Sen. Kennedy. “I’m glad to see the Grant Transparency Act become law so our people have more information about how their organiz… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/grassley-hassan-seek-to-shine-light-on-opioid-makers-financial-conflicts-of-interest Grassley, Hassan Seek to Shine Light on Opioid Makers’ Financial Conflicts of Interest 2024-12-12 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a senior member and former chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) today introduced bipartisan legislation to make public pharmaceutical and device manufacturers’ financial relationships with tax-exempt patient advocacy groups. The Open Payments Expansion Act builds on Grassley’s 2020 investigative report, which found opioid and medical device manufacturers paid $65 million to tax-exempt entities that drove up sales and downplayed risks of addiction. “Patient advocacy is a noble cause, but pharmaceutical donors can manipulate well-intentioned organizations into Trojan horses for bad policy and dishonest marketing. By requiring opioid manufacturers to disclose their payments to nonprofit organizations, our legislation provides much-needed accountability and transparency,” said Grassley. “One of the many ways that Big Pharma fueled the opioid crisis was through secretly funneling money to nonprofit advocacy groups – and then those groups at times promoted the use of opioids, despite the increasingly clear risks of addiction,” said Hassan. “At the very least, the American people deserve to know when Big Pharma tries to wield its influence through others. Passing our bipartisan bill would significantly improve transparency, and I urge our colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support it.” Download bill text HERE. Background: As then-Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, Grassley and Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) recommended expanding CMS’s Open Payments database after exposing a decades-long trend of massive payments from opioid manufactures to nonprofit advocacy organizations. Grassley has also led legislation to require drug and medical device companies to disclose payments to nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other health care professionals, which was added in the 2018 SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/sullivan-and-57-congressional-colleagues-ask-college-football-playoffs-to-preserve-army-navy-games-time-honored-tradition Sullivan & 57 Congressional Colleagues Ask College Football Playoffs to Preserve Army-Navy Game’s ‘Time-Honored Tradition’ 2024-12-12 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and chairman of the U.S. Naval Academy’s Board of Visitors (BOV), along with 55 members of Congress and two senators-elect, sent a letter to the executive directors of the College Football Playoff and Bowl Season asking that they preserve the annual Army-Navy football game’s “time-honored tradition” of setting “aside the second Saturday in December in future seasons solely” for the patriotic sporting event. This year’s Army-Navy game will be the first time since 2009 that other games have been scheduled on the same day (excluding the 2020 season which was modified due to the COVID-19 pandemic). “The Army vs. Navy Football Game – affectionately known as “America’s Game” – has long been recognized as one of the greatest events in all of college sports,” Sen. Sullivan and his fellow Congressional Members write in the letter. “The game is so important that it continued to be played even during World War II. Citizens throughout the world look forward to the game’s telecast, which engages the interest of millions of Americans, including the hundreds of thousands of current and former military personnel who watch it. The game is always played in a sold out NFL venue and brings patriotism and pageantry to the fans in the stadium and to the people of the host city. To reflect the immeasurable esteem that this event garnered for decades, it has been played for many years on a Saturday reserved specifically for the Army vs. Navy Game without any competing college football events. . . “We write out of concern that the additional games detract from the focus on our Armed Forces that the nationally televised Army vs. Navy Game provided with a unique day set aside for it. Young Americans often cite the pregame events as igniting their interest in serving in uniform. The airtime of those pregame events are now in jeopardy with a preceding televised college football game. We feel there is no other block of time in television … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/as-protests-continue-in-georgia-shaheen-risch-speak-on-senate-floor-in-support-of-georgian-people-and-democracy-urge-administration-to-act-to-hold-bad-actors-accountable As Protests Continue in Georgia, Shaheen, Risch Speak on Senate Floor in Support of Georgian People and Democracy, Urge Administration to Act to Hold Bad Actors Accountable 2024-12-12 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC), and U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of SFRC, spoke on the Senate floor today in support of the Georgian people’s aspirations to align with the West and to urge the Biden Administration to take strong action against individuals in Georgia responsible for the current violence and political crisis. Earlier this month, the Georgian Dream government suspended its bid to join the European Union, which led to peaceful protests that were met with brute force. You can watch Senator Shaheen’s remarks here and Senator Risch’s remarks here. In her remarks, Senator Shaheen said: “In the aftermath [of the October election in Georgia], the Georgian Dream government decided to yank Georgia off of its Euro Atlantic path. It announced the country would cease negotiating with the European Union over its accession to the bloc. Of course, it’s a move that pleased Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin and reinforced to many his influence over the politics and the policy of Georgia. […] I’m very frustrated because, in my view, we are not doing enough. We have failed to respond in a meaningful way that would help change the calculus of Georgian Dream’s leadership. They are paying no price for their actions as they defy the will of the people and take pages from Putin’s authoritarian playbook. There are well documented human rights violations, but the Treasury Department has failed to sanction a single official for their actions. It’s perplexing—I don't understand it, and I urge the Administration to act immediately. Georgia’s future is in jeopardy, and the Georgian people who have repeatedly supported us deserve our support.” In his remarks, Senator Risch said: “Roughly 80% of the people of Georgia want to pursue EU membership. Unfortunately, the current government – Georgian Dream – is engaging in increasingly disturbing behavior, including the arrest and torture of peaceful protestors. Congress passed … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-marshall-applaud-us-preventive-services-task-force-announcement-in-line-with-their-call-to-protect-enhance-access-to-cervical-cancer-screenings Shaheen, Marshall Applaud U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Announcement in Line with Their Call to Protect, Enhance Access to Cervical Cancer Screenings 2024-12-10 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper **Shaheen and Marshall led a bipartisan letter in February urging the administration to renew its efforts to increase cervical cancer screening rates** (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Roger Marshall (R-KS) applauded the new cancer screening guidelines released today by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) that aligns with the Senators’ request to preserve access to regular cancer screenings. In February, Senators Shaheen and Marshall led a letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra urging the agency to maintain access to cervical cancer screenings and preserve existing guidelines given data that shows rates increasing in women under 50 in recent years, particularly in rural and underserved communities. USPSTF recognized those same trends and chose to maintain existing guidelines, previously published in 2018, for both cervical cancer and human papillomavirus (HPV). “The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force saw the same worrisome trends we did: women of color and those living in rural areas are disproportionately impacted by a lack of access to screening and therefore more likely to have undiagnosed, untreated cervical cancer. I’m glad the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force agreed with our assessment and acted in response to our request to protect access to life-saving cervical cancer screenings for women under 50,” said Senator Shaheen. “As an OB/GYN, the recent rise in cervical cancer among women under 50 is deeply troubling. What is behind this trend must be researched further, but what we can do right now is expand screening to catch cervical cancer earlier,” Senator Marshall said. “I’m glad to see the HHS take our bipartisan recommendation seriously and increase these lifesaving screening services.” Senator Shaheen has a history of working across the aisle to increase access to preventative screenings. Last year, Shaheen reintroduced her bipartisan Access to Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) Act to make breast cancer diagnostic test… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-following-meeting-with-secretary-of-state-nominee-senator-rubio Shaheen Statement Following Meeting with Secretary of State Nominee Senator Rubio 2024-12-10 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today issued the following statement after meeting with Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as Secretary of State. A photo from the meeting can be found here. “Today’s meeting with Senator Rubio provided a valuable opportunity to discuss some of the many global challenges facing our nation, including combatting the economic and security challenges posed by the People’s Republic of China and Russia, continuing to sustain bipartisan support for Ukraine amid Russia’s unprovoked invasion and addressing the conflicts across the Middle East, most recently following the fall of former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad. We also discussed the importance of sustaining current U.S. policy toward Georgia, strengthening U.S. economic competitiveness overseas and making sure positions around the globe are filled by qualified career diplomats as soon as possible. Senator Rubio and I have worked together for years as members of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and I look forward to continuing to discuss these issues further in his confirmation hearing.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/shaheen-leads-nh-delegation-letter-to-baxter-international-urging-increased-supply-and-reliability-of-iv-fluid-amid-shortage Shaheen Leads NH Delegation Letter to Baxter International Urging Increased Supply and Reliability of IV Fluid Amid Shortage 2024-12-09 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) is leading the New Hampshire Congressional delegation in sending a letter to Baxter International today, urging it to address IV fluid supply issues in the state by improving the reliability of shipments and increasing the amount of IV fluid delivered to New Hampshire health care providers. Following damages to Baxter’s IV fluid and dialysis solutions production facility in North Carolina during Hurricane Helene, New Hampshire hospitals, doctors and paramedics have worked diligently to extend their existing supplies of IV fluid to prevent service disruptions. The letter urges Baxter to provide New Hampshire providers with accurate information on what IV supplies will be delivered to the state. The letter was signed by U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH), a member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and U.S. Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01). In part the delegation wrote, “In recent weeks, Baxter International has repeatedly failed to deliver the amount of IV supplies that they have promised to our hospitals, and our frontline health care providers have reported a dwindling inventory of IV fluids that threatens to disrupt surgical services for Granite State patients. We are requesting immediate action from Baxter to provide an updated timeline for delivery of IV fluid for the state.” The delegation continued, “While we understand distribution is a complex process, given reports that IV fluid deliveries are unreliable, Baxter must take steps to increase the amount of IV fluid delivered to New Hampshire and improve the reliability of these shipments. This matter is especially urgent as the winter season approaches when providers need an increased supply of IV solution to meet the usual surge in complex care during the colder months.” The full text of the letter can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-leads-nh-delegation-letter-to-baxter-international-urging-increased-supply-and-reliability-of-iv-fluid-amid-shortage Shaheen Leads NH Delegation Letter to Baxter International Urging Increased Supply and Reliability of IV Fluid Amid Shortage 2024-12-09 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) is leading the New Hampshire Congressional delegation in sending a letter to Baxter International today, urging it to address IV fluid supply issues in the state by improving the reliability of shipments and increasing the amount of IV fluid delivered to New Hampshire health care providers. Following damages to Baxter’s IV fluid and dialysis solutions production facility in North Carolina during Hurricane Helene, New Hampshire hospitals, doctors and paramedics have worked diligently to extend their existing supplies of IV fluid to prevent service disruptions. The letter urges Baxter to provide New Hampshire providers with accurate information on what IV supplies will be delivered to the state. The letter was signed by U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH), a member of the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and U.S. Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01). In part the delegation wrote, “In recent weeks, Baxter International has repeatedly failed to deliver the amount of IV supplies that they have promised to our hospitals, and our frontline health care providers have reported a dwindling inventory of IV fluids that threatens to disrupt surgical services for Granite State patients. We are requesting immediate action from Baxter to provide an updated timeline for delivery of IV fluid for the state.” The delegation continued, “While we understand distribution is a complex process, given reports that IV fluid deliveries are unreliable, Baxter must take steps to increase the amount of IV fluid delivered to New Hampshire and improve the reliability of these shipments. This matter is especially urgent as the winter season approaches when providers need an increased supply of IV solution to meet the usual surge in complex care during the colder months.” The full text of the letter can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/at-reagan-national-defense-forum-shaheen-reaffirms-americas-unwavering-bipartisan-support-for-nato-and-ukraine-discusses-future-of-democracy-worldwide At Reagan National Defense Forum, Shaheen Reaffirms America’s Unwavering Bipartisan Support for NATO and Ukraine, Discusses Future of Democracy Worldwide 2024-12-08 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Simi Valley, CA) – At the Reagan National Defense Forum, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chair of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation, Co-Chair of the bipartisan U.S. Senate NATO Observer Group and a senior member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee, joined a panel to discuss America’s continued bipartisan support for NATO, Ukraine and promoting democracy worldwide. The panel, titled A Secure and Free Europe: NATO, Ukraine, and the Arsenal of Democracy, featured U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Co-Founder of Anduril Industries Brian Schimpf, Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson, Former Secretary of the U.S. Army Ryan McCarthy and was moderated by Karen DeYoung of the Washington Post. The annual Reagan National Defense Forum brings together defense leaders from across the world to discuss policies that strengthen our national security. You can watch the full panel discussion here. “There continues to be a strong bipartisan consensus in Congress that we should continue to support Ukraine in their courageous efforts to address the Russian aggression in the country,” said Shaheen. “I think we need to put NATO membership on the table as we’re looking at any future discussion around what happens in Ukraine, and obviously the Ukrainians need to be part of that discussion – it can’t just be the United States, Europe and Russia... Obviously NATO is a consensus organization so there would have to be an agreement, but it needs to be on the table as we’re looking at negotiations.” Last month, Shaheen and U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, led the annual bipartisan Congressional delegation to participate in the 16th annual Halifax International Security Forum to discuss strategic cooperation on shared global security goals with hundreds of national security leaders from across the world. She recently spoke at the National Security Innovation Forum with U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and U.S. De… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-issues-statement-in-response-to-end-of-the-bashar-al-assad-regime Shaheen Issues Statement in Response to End of the Bashar al-Assad Regime 2024-12-08 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, released the following statement in response to the end of the Assad regime in Syria: “After almost 14 years of war, Bashar al-Assad, a brutal dictator who is responsible for the senseless deaths of thousands of Syrians, has fled the country. It is now critical that the future of Syria be determined through a political process that reflects the will of the Syrian people. The International Community, including the United States, must continue to provide aid that supports the people of Syria as they rebuild their country. “While the departure of Assad is a welcome development, the political and security situation remains fragile and it’s critical that efforts are taken to prevent the resurgence of ISIS in Syria. This will require continued efforts to secure the ISIS detention camps and continue our counter-ISIS mission to ensure the lasting defeat of ISIS. “The end of Assad’s regime also marks a strategic defeat for his enablers in Moscow and Tehran who have kept him in power. For years, Vladimir Putin has propped up Assad, resulting in countless deaths and a prolongation of a ruthless campaign of violence against the Syrian people.” Senator Shaheen has long led efforts to focus attention on the humanitarian and security situation in Syria and address the national security and humanitarian crises caused by the Syrian civil war and the rise and subsequent fall of ISIS. In 2018, Shaheen authored legislation to establish the Syria Study Group to complete a comprehensive assessment of the conflict in Syria and ways to address the consequence of the violence. One of the Study Group’s recommendations included the establishment of the ISIS Detainee Coordinator position, which Shaheen authored legislation to codify in the Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act. In 2018, she joined a delegation with Senator Graham to Syria and Iraq, where she visited the detainee and dis… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/to-lower-costs-for-consumers-and-businesses-shaheen-urges-administration-to-immediately-approve-pending-energy-efficiency-standards To Lower Costs for Consumers and Businesses, Shaheen Urges Administration to Immediately Approve Pending Energy Efficiency Standards 2024-12-06 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chair of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, sent a letter urging the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Shalanda Young to immediately review and approve all ten energy efficiency standards for appliances that are currently pending before the agency. In her letter, Shaheen details how approving the remaining energy efficiency standards would save consumers and businesses an estimated $8.7 billion annually while substantially reducing harmful greenhouse gas emissions. In part, the Senator wrote: “Appliance and equipment energy standards are critical to saving constituents and businesses in my state money on their energy bills, while driving innovation in the marketplace and reducing greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the effects of climate change. In light of these benefits, I urge you to prioritize reviewing and approving these efficiency standards.” The full text of the letter can be found here. Shaheen has long championed work to secure federal investments in clean energy and energy efficiency initiatives and to lower energy costs in New Hampshire and across the country. In the FY24 government funding bills, Shaheen helped defend key energy efficiency programs at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) from cuts, including securing $366 million for weatherization efforts and $66 million for the State Energy Program, which works to bring down energy bills for families and communities. Shaheen also secured continued support for the annual U.S. Energy and Employment Report (USEER) that tracks key jobs data in the energy sector. Recently, Shaheen, as Chair of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, hosted a field hearing and resource fair at the University of New Hampshire in Manchester on investments in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act that can help small businesses lower their energy costs, transition to the clean energy economy and build resilience. Followi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/01/23/2025/passed-the-senate-cassidy-hassan-legislation-to-improve-health-care-for-expectant-mothers PASSED THE SENATE: Cassidy, Hassan Legislation to Improve Health Care for Expectant Mothers 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) released the following statements applauding the U.S. Senate passage of their bipartisan legislation aimed at improving health care for expectant mothers. The bicameral Connected Maternal Online Monitoring (MOM) Act now awaits action in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Maternal mortality is preventable and far too common in Louisiana today,” said Dr. Cassidy. “Passing this bill through the Senate is one step closer to providing high-risk moms the comfort to stay in their homes while her physician remotely monitors her and her baby’s health.” “Too many women across New Hampshire and our country face significant barriers to accessing regular prenatal and postpartum care – whether they live in rural communities, struggle with childcare, or juggle demanding work and family responsibilities,” said Senator Hassan. “Our bipartisan legislation recognizes how medical technology can help bridge these gaps, making it easier for women to access remote monitoring tools that can help detect potential pregnancy complications early. I will continue working across the aisle to address our maternal health crisis and ensure that every woman receives the health care she needs.” This legislation was also cosponsored by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-IN), Tom Carper (D-DE), John Thune (R-SD), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV). The Connected MOM Act requires the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to provide coverage recommendations for remote devices such as those that can check for irregularities in blood pressure, blood glucose, and pulse rates which can be indicators of potential pregnancy complications. It also requires CMS to update state resources, such as state Medicaid telehealth toolkits, to correspond with the recommendations provided. The goal is to improve maternal and infant outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/passed-the-senate-cassidy-hassan-legislation-to-improve-health-care-for-expectant-mothers PASSED THE SENATE: Cassidy, Hassan Legislation to Improve Health Care for Expectant Mothers 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) released the following statements applauding the U.S. Senate passage of their bipartisan legislation aimed at improving health care for expectant mothers. The bicameral Connected Maternal Online Monitoring (MOM) Act now awaits action in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Maternal mortality is preventable and far too common in Louisiana today,” said Dr. Cassidy. “Passing this bill through the Senate is one step closer to providing high-risk moms the comfort to stay in their homes while her physician remotely monitors her and her baby’s health.” “Too many women across New Hampshire and our country face significant barriers to accessing regular prenatal and postpartum care – whether they live in rural communities, struggle with childcare, or juggle demanding work and family responsibilities,” said Senator Hassan. “Our bipartisan legislation recognizes how medical technology can help bridge these gaps, making it easier for women to access remote monitoring tools that can help detect potential pregnancy complications early. I will continue working across the aisle to address our maternal health crisis and ensure that every woman receives the health care she needs.” This legislation was also cosponsored by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-IN), Tom Carper (D-DE), John Thune (R-SD), and Jacky Rosen (D-NV). The Connected MOM Act requires the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to provide coverage recommendations for remote devices such as those that can check for irregularities in blood pressure, blood glucose, and pulse rates which can be indicators of potential pregnancy complications. It also requires CMS to update state resources, such as state Medicaid telehealth toolkits, to correspond with the recommendations provided. The goal is to improve maternal and infant outcomes for pregnant and postpartum women. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-presses-postmaster-general-dejoy-about-plan-to-move-mail-processing-out-of-new-hampshire-during-senate-committee-hearing Senator Hassan Presses Postmaster General DeJoy about Plan to Move Mail Processing Out of New Hampshire During Senate Committee Hearing 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan pressed Postmaster General Louis DeJoy about the United States Postal Service (USPS)’s proposed plan to move postal operations from Manchester, New Hampshire to Boston and from White River Junction, Vermont to Hartford, Connecticut. Senator Hassan has repeatedly raised concerns about these plans, and previously worked with her colleagues to temporarily delay these plans. To watch Senator Hassan’s hearing questions, click here. “I want to focus a bit on the ways that you can work to strengthen mail service and I want to also share my concerns about some of the proposals that you have that would make mail service worse in my state, for Granite Staters,” Senator Hassan said. “The postal service has a plan to move some postal operations from Manchester, New Hampshire to Boston. I oppose the plan because implementation of it will harm service and delay delivery. I also oppose moving operations from White River Junction, Vermont to Hartford, Connecticut because White River Junction serves Granite Staters in the northern part of New Hampshire.” Senator Hassan emphasized the potential service impacts of moving postal operations, noting that the Postal Service Inspector General reported that moving postal operations in Virginia and Georgia resulted in “an immediate and significant decline in service performance.” Senator Hassan then continued, “We know too that those declines continued for several months, and that these facilities are still struggling to meet their on-time delivery goals.” Senator Hassan then pressed Postmaster General DeJoy to commit to seeking an analysis from the Postal Regulatory Commission on the impact of the planned service changes and how they will affect Granite Staters. When Postmaster General DeJoy refused to commit to seeking an independent analysis, Senator Hassan made clear that she will “continue to strongly oppose the plans especially in the absence of an independent review of the service impacts in New Hampshire.” Senator Hassan also pre… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/amid-violence-in-georgia-senators-shaheen-cardin-risch-coons-graham-and-durbin-speak-with-georgian-president-zourabichvili-a-leading-critic-of-the-georgian-dream-government-to-discuss-decision-to-end-eu-membership-bid Amid Violence in Georgia, Senators Shaheen, Cardin, Risch, Coons, Graham and Durbin Speak with Georgian President Zourabichvili, a Leading Critic of the Georgian Dream Government, to Discuss Decision to End EU Membership Bid 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC), Ben Cardin (D-MD), Chair of SFRC, Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of SFRC, Chris Coons (D-DE), Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following joint statement after speaking with the popularly-elected Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili, a leading critic of the government led by Prime Minister Irakli Khobakidze of the Georgian Dream Party, about the increasingly troubling political situation in Georgia following the government’s decision to suspend European Union accession agenda: “We spoke with Georgian President Zourabichvili to convey our bipartisan support for her leadership and express our serious concern over the violent and brutal response to peaceful protests following the Georgian government’s decision to suspend the country’s European Union accession negotiations. “For days, the people of Georgia have exercised their right to peaceful protest following the unconstitutional decision to disregard the aspirations of the vast majority of Georgians who want a future in the European Union. There is strong, bipartisan and bicameral support for the people of Georgia. This should serve as a reminder to Georgian Dream that U.S. policy will remain unchanged in the coming months. “We welcome the Biden Administration’s recent announcement of its intent to apply targeted sanctions on those responsible for undermining Georgia’s institutions and violence against its people and we hope steps are taken to expedite this process. The coming days will be critical for Georgia’s future and the United States must continue its 32-year tradition of supporting its fragile but hard-fought democracy.” Shaheen and U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued a statement Sunday expressing concern about the violence unfolding in the aftermath of the Georgian government’s decision to suspend EU accession negotiations and called… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/senators-shaheen-and-wyden-representatives-neal-and-underwood-leaders-schumer-and-jeffries-release-cbo-findings-detailing-impact-on-americans-health-insurance-should-enhanced-premium-tax-credits-expire-in-2025 Senators Shaheen and Wyden, Representatives Neal and Underwood, Leaders Schumer and Jeffries Release CBO Findings Detailing Impact on Americans’ Health Insurance Should Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire in 2025 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper **Shaheen and Underwood introduced bicameral legislation earlier this year to permanently extend the vital health insurance subsidies** (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Ron Wyden (D-OR), Chair of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, with U.S. Representatives Richard E. Neal (D-MA), Ranking Member of the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee, and Lauren Underwood (D-IL) as well as U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and U.S. House of Representatives Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries secured new data from the U.S. Congressional Budget Office (CBO) detailing the impact on Americans’ health insurance should the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits (PTCs) expire at the end of 2025. If Congress does not extend these tax credits, premiums will increase by 7.9 percent and 3.8 million Americans will go uninsured altogether. The full text of the lawmakers’ CBO request can be found here. CBO’s findings released today can be found here. “New data from CBO confirms what we feared: if Congress fails to extend these tax credits, health care costs will skyrocket for millions of families and 3.8 million Americans will lose coverage entirely,” said Shaheen. “At a time when Americans are already facing higher prices, we should do everything we can to lower costs when and where we can. It’s time we pass my Health Care Affordability Act to permanently extend the tax credits so many families rely on.” “This is a stark preview of health care under Donald Trump: higher insurance premiums for families who buy health coverage on their own, and more uninsured Americans who can’t afford health insurance at all,” Wyden said. “Republicans have an opportunity to end their ideological crusade against the Affordable Care Act and work in a bipartisan manner to make health care more affordable for working families, but instead they seem poised to hand another big tax break to corporations and the wealthy.” “These vital tax credits are at risk of expiring – unless we act. Democr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/to-the-presidents-desk-hassan-cornyn-colleagues-bill-to-increase-transparency-of-federal-grant-application-process TO THE PRESIDENT'S DESK: Hassan, Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Increase Transparency of Federal Grant Application Process 2024-12-04 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), John Thune (R-SD), Gary Peters (D-MI), John Kennedy (R-LA), and Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statements after their Grant Transparency Act, which would require government agencies to provide competitive grant applicants with more information about their selection criteria and evaluation process, passed the Senate and now heads to the President’s desk: “Grant applicants often don’t have enough information to know why they are not awarded a competitive grant despite meeting all of the criteria,” said Sen. Cornyn. “The Grant Transparency Act would require government agencies to shine a light on how they decide between applicants behind closed doors, and I urge the President to swiftly sign it into law.” “Federal grant funding provides essential support to small towns and organizations, but the current process can often leave applicants in the dark about how their applications will be evaluated,” said Sen. Hassan. “This bipartisan legislation will help grant applicants understand exactly how they can successfully compete for federal funding that can make a real difference in their local communities.” “State and local leaders work hard to develop a strong application process for federal funding,” said Sen. Thune. “This legislation would require agencies to increase transparency of the grant application process, which would help ensure that funding is truly based on merit, not political favoritism.” “Grant dollars can be a game changer for communities, but too often applicants lack the information needed to effectively compete for these important federal investments,” said Sen. Peters. “This bipartisan legislation will help applicants across Michigan and the country better understand how their projects will be evaluated, making sure every community has a fair shot at accessing these resources.” “Louisianians deserve to know how the government chooses competitive grant recipients,” said Sen. Kennedy. “The president should move qui… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-cassidy-hassan-introduce-bill-to-connect-individuals-to-the-workforce Cassidy, Hassan Introduce Bill to Connect Individuals to the Workforce 2024-12-03 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) introduced legislation to build our workforce and help connect individuals to good jobs. The Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act strengthens the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), which has a proven track record of connecting disadvantaged individuals to employment and has long received bipartisan support. The WOTC provides a federal tax credit to employers who invest in American workers who have consistently faced barriers to employment, including eligible veterans, SNAP recipients, individuals with disabilities, and long-term unemployed individuals. Employers incur higher recruitment and training costs to reach WOTC eligible populations and support their successful transition back into employment. WOTC has not been updated since its enactment twenty-seven years ago and its value has been eroded significantly due to inflation. “It can be challenging for individuals to find jobs after being out of the workforce,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This bill helps employers help prospective employees struggling to find work, boosting the American economy and reducing the reliance on government assistance.” “Creating economic opportunity for all Americans is essential to our country’s success,” said Senator Hassan. “Our bipartisan legislation will help connect more Americans across the country with good-paying jobs, while also lowering costs for businesses who invest in hiring veterans, people with disabilities, and others who may face barriers to employment. This tax cut is a commonsense, bipartisan way to support job growth and economic opportunity in New Hampshire and across the country.” Companion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by U.S. Representatives Lloyd Smucker (R-PA-11), Terri Sewell (D-AL-07), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Steven Horsford (D-NV-04), and Mike Kelly (R-PA-16). “The restaurant industry has hundreds of thousands of jobs that it needs to fill every month, many of which c… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/passed-the-senate-senators-hassan-cassidy-kelly-and-schmitts-bipartisan-bill-to-support-gold-star-spouses PASSED THE SENATE: Senators Hassan, Cassidy, Kelly, and Schmitt’s Bipartisan Bill to Support Gold Star Spouses 2024-12-03 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate unanimously passed last night a bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), and Eric Schmitt (R-MO) to expand access to job counseling services for Gold Star and surviving spouses. The Gold Star and Surviving Spouse Career Services Act increases access to job counseling services for surviving spouses – spouses of service members who died while serving in the military – through the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program, a program housed within the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service at the Department of Labor. The program provides every state with funding to hire dedicated workforce specialists to provide individualized career counseling support with localized knowledge to eligible veterans, and the Senators’ bill expands access to these services to surviving spouses. “We owe it to the families of fallen service members to do all that we can to support them after their devastating loss,” said Senator Hassan. “This bipartisan bill will ensure that surviving spouses have access to job counseling services and will help address some of the employment challenges that the families of those who have served face. I urge my colleagues in the House to work with us to get this commonsense bill across the finish line as part of our ongoing efforts to live up to our promise to support military families.” “The families of those who made the ultimate sacrifice deserve the best we have to offer,” said Dr. Cassidy. “Passing this bill is the first step toward ensuring Gold Star spouses always have access to the services they need.” “I am pleased the Senate passed this important bill that honored our commitment to the families of service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Kelly. “Expanding access to these resources will provide critical support to families navigating unimaginable loss, helping them secure good-paying jobs and stability for their futures. I’m proud to see this bipartisan effort move closer to becoming law… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/multiple-big-tech-executives-respond-to-shaheen-led-push-to-strengthen-efforts-to-crack-down-on-the-spread-of-non-consensual-intimate-imagery Multiple Big Tech Executives Respond to Shaheen-Led Push to Strengthen Efforts to Crack Down on the Spread of Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery 2024-12-03 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper **In August, Shaheen led a bipartisan push to urge big tech participation in programs cracking down on non-consensual intimate imagery on online platforms** (Washington, DC) – Several big tech companies have responded to letters led by U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chair of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies, and Rick Scott (R-FL) urging their participation in two voluntary programs – Stop NCII and Take It Down – to better locate and take down non-consensual intimate imagery (NII) on their online platforms. In their responses, Amazon, Discord, Google, Match, Microsoft, Patreon, Pinterest, Twitch and Zoom outlined steps being taken to combat the rise in NII, including support for Stop NCII and Take It Down. The Senators did not receive written responses from X or OpenAI. “We need to use every tool at our disposal to protect people—particularly young women and girls—from this dangerous, illicit activity,” said Shaheen. “While I’m pleased that many of these Big Tech organizations are taking action, there’s more we must do to hold them accountable for the content on their platforms by strengthening efforts to remove such explicit, non-consensual images.” Response letters can be found below: Amazon Discord Google Match Microsoft Patreon Pinterest Twitch Zoom OpenAI In August, Shaheen and Scott led a bipartisan group of Senators—including U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Joe Manchin (I-WV), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Angus King (I-ME), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Bob Casey (D-PA), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Ron Wyden (D-OR)—in asking that twelve big tech companies join the Take It Down and Stop NCII programs, which allow online users to remove explicit images of themselves from digital platforms. The increasing spread of NII remains a dangerous and concerning trend in a rapidly evolving digital world. Last year, the Revenge Porn Helpline reported … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-risch-issue-statement-regarding-violence-in-georgia-following-suspension-of-european-union-membership-accession Shaheen, Risch Issue Statement Regarding Violence in Georgia Following Suspension of European Union Membership Accession 2024-12-01 2024 2024-12 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the below statement regarding the violence in Georgia following suspension of European Union membership: “We are very alarmed by the situation unfolding in Georgia where peaceful protest has been met with brute force and violence following the government of Georgia’s unconstitutional decision to disregard the aspirations of the majority of the Georgian people by suspending its European Union membership accession. We stand with the Georgian people who have a right to peacefully protest. “There is strong bipartisan, bicameral support in the United States Congress for the Georgian people, and we will work to ensure that the Georgian government and individuals responsible for election interference, violence against peaceful civilians, and other acts that undermine the territorial integrity of Georgia are held accountable. “We call on the State Department to make its position clear and unequivocal regarding the current use of force against peaceful protestors and we urge the current and incoming administrations to commit to supporting freedom and democracy in Georgia. The Biden Administration decision to suspend our Strategic Partnership with Georgia is a good start but now is the time to use all of the tools at the disposal of the U.S. government, including sanctions, to remind the Georgian government that actions have consequences. The Georgian people deserve to know that the United States will not sit idly by as this situation deteriorates.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-delivers-remarks-at-veterans-day-ceremony-in-dover Shaheen Delivers Remarks at Veterans Day Ceremony in Dover 2024-11-11 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Dover, NH) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee, delivered remarks today at the Veterans Day ceremony at Veterans Park in Dover. Shaheen joined U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Mayor Bob Carrier and members of the American Legion Post 8 to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans. Photos from the event can be found here. “On Veterans Day, we honor the brave Americans in our communities who put their lives on the line so that we may continue to live free,” said Senator Shaheen. “From the birth of our nation through today, courageous servicemembers have answered the call to fight for the freedom and security of our country and its people. While we can never fully repay the debt owed to those who serve, we have a responsibility to ensure that our veterans have the benefits and care they need, and I’ll continue working in Congress to expand and protect those resources.” Senator Shaheen has spearheaded efforts in the Senate to support veterans and military families. In the committee-passed (FY) 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Shaheen secured Granite State priorities including expanding access to child care for military families, expanded efforts to research the health impacts of harmful forever chemicals and a 4.5 percent pay raise for service members and civilians to ensure military families receive the pay and benefits they deserve. Each year, Shaheen leads the bipartisan Senate resolution with Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) to recognize an annual National Warrior Call Day, which encourages Americans to reach out and build meaningful relationships with both those currently serving and veterans and will take place on November 17, 2024. In 2022, Shaheen worked to include provisions and helped pass the historic PACT Act, which expanded health care for veterans who were exposed to burn pits and other toxic substances. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-recognizes-linda-sarette-of-sanbornton-as-novembers-granite-stater-of-the-month Senator Hassan Recognizes Linda Sarette of Sanbornton as November’s Granite Stater of the Month 2024-11-08 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan recognized Linda Sarette of Sanbornton as November’s Granite Stater of the Month. Since 2019, Linda has dedicated herself to maintaining the gardens at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, ensuring this final resting place for fallen service members is a place of beauty and calm. Linda was first motivated to tend the cemetery gardens after her late father, who served in the Coast Guard, was laid to rest at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen. When Linda visited her father’s grave, she noticed the section lacked a garden. The staff told her that they would plant one if she would care for it, and she has been tending gardens at the cemetery ever since. Raised to understand the value of service, Linda nurtures the more than 100 gardens across the cemetery – planting flowers, weeding, and trimming hedges – working up to four days a week in the spring. Linda has found a community of volunteers at the cemetery and gotten to know many of the visitors who come to pay respects to their loved ones. Along with gardening, she offers comfort to grieving families on quiet days and places wreaths and flags on graves during the holidays. Her work is a beautiful example of the Granite State spirit of showing respect toward those who serve, in life and in death. Senator Hassan launched the “Granite Stater of the Month” initiative in 2017 to recognize outstanding New Hampshire citizens who go above and beyond to help their neighbors and make their communities stronger. To nominate a New Hampshire citizen to be a “Granite Stater of the Month,” constituents can complete the nomination form here. To read Senator Hassan’s statement for the Congressional Record, see below. I am honored to recognize Linda Sarette of Sanbornton as November’s Granite Stater of the Month. Linda has been tending the gardens at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery since 2019, ensuring that the final resting place of fallen service members is a place of beauty and calm. Linda was raised… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-crapo-risch-send-bipartisan-letter-urging-coast-guard-to-allow-states-to-collect-fees-when-vessels-are-registered-to-help-fund-boating-and-water-safety-efforts Shaheen, Crapo, Risch Send Bipartisan Letter Urging Coast Guard to Allow States to Collect Fees When Vessels are Registered to Help Fund Boating and Water Safety Efforts 2024-11-08 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Jim Risch (R-ID) sent a bipartisan letter urging the U.S. Coast Guard to revert to its longstanding statutory interpretation that allowed states to collect fees for boating-related programs during the boat registration and Certificate of Numbering (CON) process. Recently, the Coast Guard blocked a number of states from coupling CON fees with state fees, which, the Senators note, help fund programs to address aquatic invasive species, boating safety, search and rescue and others. Earlier this year, the Senators introduced the bipartisan State Boating Act that would make clear the ability of states to collect state boating fees alongside CON fees and registration. In part, the Senators wrote: “We write to seek your help with a recent Coast Guard statutory reinterpretation that will cause states difficulty in funding and managing boating safety and related programs and increase costs for recreational boaters. As you may know, the agency decided to reverse its previous interpretation of 46 U.S.C. 12307 that had allowed states to bundle payment for the issuance of the Certificate of Number (CON) for recreational vessels with related state boating fees for search and rescue, aquatic invasive species (AIS) and other boating safety programs. Despite the fact that the prior statutory interpretation was the status quo for over 50 years, the Coast Guard informed a number of states, including ours, that this prior practice violated federal law and needed to end if states did not want to risk losing their share of the Recreational Boating Safety grant program.” They concluded: “The Coast Guard’s drastic decision to overturn its decades long policy when the prior interpretation was not only authorized, but also working, is truly puzzling, especially when the Coast Guard’s new policy is likely to increase costs and lower revenues for critical state programs with no discernable improvements. For these reasons, we ask that the Coast Guard immediately … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-meets-with-northern-border-law-enforcement-officials-receives-briefing-on-border-security Shaheen Meets with Northern Border Law Enforcement Officials, Receives Briefing on Border Security 2024-11-08 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Pittsburg, NH) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, met with northern border law enforcement officials last week to receive a briefing on border security operations and ongoing communications challenges due to the remoteness of the area and lack of technology infrastructure. Included at the roundtable discussion and briefing were members of the New Hampshire Department of Safety, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol and state and local law enforcement. The meeting follows Shaheen’s discussion with law enforcement officials last year and her ongoing advocacy to bring the necessary resources to the community to keep Granite Staters safe. In addition to numerous grants to local departments in New Hampshire, Senator Shaheen has worked to include $225,000 in the Fiscal Year 2025 federal funding legislation for the Northern Border Dispatch to upgrade technology and improve communication for officers working in the Northern Border’s rural communities. She previously helped to secure $1.1 million for infrastructure improvements at Northern Border Dispatch through State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) from the American Rescue Plan. “Our law enforcement agencies on the Northern Border face unique challenges when it comes to maintaining a secure environment, particularly challenges related to staffing shortages and lack of adequate communication infrastructure,” said Senator Shaheen. “I was pleased to hear directly from border patrol and local law enforcement officials, and I’ll continue working in Congress to ensure that they have the equipment, resources and information they need to keep Granite Staters safe and secure.” As a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, Senator Shaheen has been integral to funding law enforcement across the country. Shaheen has pushed the Department of Homeland Security to collect and provide New Hampshire-specific migrant encounter data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Last year, Shaheen sent a letter to … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-statement-on-election-results Senator Hassan Statement on Election Results 2024-11-06 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH) released the following statement on the election of Donald Trump as the next President of the United States: “Foundational to our democracy is the right for people to make their voices heard at the ballot box, and last night the American people elected Donald Trump. While neither I nor a majority of Granite Staters voted for him, we must now work together on a bipartisan basis to tackle the critical issues that people are facing. “We also must stay focused on the mission statement laid out in our Declaration of Independence – that all Americans are created equal and deserve equal protection under the law. People of differing backgrounds, political beliefs, and zip codes will need to work together to uphold these ideals and protect our Constitution. “What was true before the election remains true today: I will continue my commitment to listening to all of my constituents, no matter who they voted for, and working with my colleagues across the aisle to find common ground and deliver results. And I continue to be grateful for Granite Staters and Americans across the country who exercise their right to vote, speak up for what they believe in, and work to make a difference.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-on-re-election-of-donald-trump Shaheen Statement on Re-Election of Donald Trump 2024-11-06 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) issued the following statement after it was projected that Donald Trump has been re-elected as President of the United States: “In America, when the people have spoken and every vote has been counted, we declare a winner and there’s a peaceful transfer of power. I join the millions of Americans who are deeply disappointed by these results and share their concerns for the future of their rights and freedoms. “To every Granite Stater, I am proud to continue representing you in the Senate. I will roll up my sleeves and continue working to ensure that the issues that matter to you—including lowering health care costs, creating more jobs, supporting small businesses, expanding access to affordable housing and child care—are always a top priority. “I urge Donald Trump to be a president for every American and to put the needs and security of our country above all else.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/-cassidy-hassan-release-policy-framework-on-medicare-site-neutral-reform-to-lower-health-care-costs Cassidy, Hassan Release Policy Framework on Medicare Site-Neutral Reform to Lower Health Care Costs 2024-11-01 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) today released a legislative framework to address site-neutral Medicare payment reform to lower health care costs for patients and save taxpayer dollars. Current Medicare regulations allow hospitals to take advantage of the higher Medicare payment structure for hospitals, allowing them to charge the highest possible price for services that can be done in less expensive settings. Many procedures can be done safely and in a less expensive setting like a physician’s office, yet hospitals continue to charge higher prices to do the same. “As a doctor, my focus is always providing the best care at the most affordable cost,” said Dr. Cassidy. “If the same care can be safely provided in different settings, patients should not pay hundreds more simply because their doctor works in a hospital. Our framework provides a path to ensure that.” “Patients should not be forced to pay higher bills just because their regular doctor’s office was purchased by a hospital,” said Senator Hassan. “Our bipartisan site-neutral payment framework demonstrates how we can significantly lower health care costs for seniors on Medicare – which in turn will save taxpayers billions of dollars. Our bipartisan framework would also make significant investments in rural and high-needs hospitals that serve their local communities. I look forward to continuing to work with Senator Cassidy and our colleagues on both sides of the aisle on future legislation. There is bipartisan agreement that by pursuing site neutral payment in Medicare, we can lower costs and ensure that more people can get the health care that they need.” Read the full policy framework here. Site-neutral policies would require Medicare to pay the same rate for the same service, regardless of where the service is delivered (e.g., hospital, ambulatory surgery center, outpatient clinic). Currently, Medicare patients and taxpayers share the cost of hospital “facility fees.” These fees, which can be hundreds of… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-hassan-ernst-announce-upcoming-bipartisan-legislation-to-crack-down-on-foreign-adversaries-directing-violent-crimes-in-the-us Senators Hassan, Ernst Announce Upcoming Bipartisan Legislation to Crack Down on Foreign Adversaries Directing Violent Crimes in the U.S. 2024-11-01 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) announced that when the Senate returns into session, they will introduce bipartisan legislation to strengthen criminal penalties to hold accountable individuals who commit or attempt to commit violent crimes in the United States on behalf of foreign adversaries. This legislation follows reports that Iran is paying criminal organizations to carry out violent crimes, including attempted assassinations, against critics of the Iranian regime who are residing in the United States. Senators Hassan, Ernst, and a bipartisan group of colleagues previously wrote to the DOJ calling for more information – and the need for increased criminal penalties – to address this issue as well. “We need to do more to stop the new and chilling set of attempted crimes by our foreign adversaries who are trying to silence their critics in the United States by directing criminals in our country to harm them,” said Senator Hassan. “Our upcoming bipartisan legislation will help ensure that those who commit or attempt these heinous acts face serious consequences and deter others from accepting offers to do the dirty work of foreign governments.” “Iran is bringing their reign of violence to our homeland, and bad actors helping the regime carry out its proxy terrorism must be met with consequences,” said Ernst, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. “Any person or organization that does the bidding of foreign adversaries on U.S. soil jeopardizes Americans’ safety. We must end the growing footprint of Tehran’s terrorism and deter this criminal behavior by ensuring it’s met with the full force of the justice system.” The DETERRENCE Act would, among other potential measures, create minimum sentences for criminals who knowingly act at the direction of, or in coordination with, a foreign government to commit crimes such as murder-for-hire, threatening or assaulting current/former U.S. officials, kidnapping, and stalking. The legislation aims to both hold offende… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-bipartisan-colleagues-call-on-mark-zuckerberg-to-remove-and-prevent-ads-for-illicit-drugs-on-meta-platforms Shaheen, Bipartisan Colleagues Call on Mark Zuckerberg to Remove and Prevent Ads for Illicit Drugs on Meta Platforms 2024-11-01 2024 2024-11 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper **Shaheen is building on her Cooper Davis Act and leading the push to crack down on drug trafficking through social media** (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chair of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies, is leading a bipartisan letter with U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) calling on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to take action to remove and prevent advertisements for illicit drugs on all Meta platforms. The letter builds on Shaheen and Marshall’s bipartisan Cooper Davis Act to hold social media companies accountable for reporting to law enforcement illicit drug and opioid activities occurring on their platforms. In part, the Senators wrote: “The United States is in the midst of a drug epidemic, with more than 100,000 Americans dying from overdoses last year, and an alarming amount of these drugs are sold online. It is crucial that everyone work to ensure these illegal drugs are found and taken off the streets. Therefore, we call on Meta to improve its human automated advertising review and content moderation to address these failures that are placing lives at risk.” According to a Wall Street Journal report from earlier this year, the Tech Transparency Project (TTP) found that Meta has run hundreds of advertisements on Facebook and Instagram that steer users to online marketplaces for illegal drugs. The Shaheen-led letter urges Zuckerberg to support the Cooper Davis Act and work as quickly as possible to prevent further harm. The Senators continued: “When presented with these disturbing findings, Meta took down some advertisements off its platforms. However, Meta’s refusal to prevent illicit drug advertisements, while accepting advertisement payments that are harming families and in clear violation of Meta’s policies, is particularly alarming. Surely, this is not what Meta means when it states its ‘mission is to give people the power to build community and bri… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-visits-public-housing-development-to-discuss-weatherization-highlights-weatherization-installer-apprenticeship Shaheen Visits Public Housing Development to Discuss Weatherization, Highlights Weatherization Installer Apprenticeship 2024-10-31 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Berlin, NH) – Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a lead negotiator of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, visited a multi-unit public housing development undergoing weatherization installations to improve energy efficiency and lower monthly costs. During a tour of the complex, Shaheen discussed the benefits of weatherization with residents, as well as participants in the Tri-County Community Action Program’s Registered Apprenticeship for weatherization installers, which is the first of its kind in New Hampshire. As a lead negotiator of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Shaheen helped secure $3.5 billion for weatherization assistance nationwide, including more than $18 million for New Hampshire. You can find photos from the event here. “Weatherizing homes is one of the best things we can do to reduce monthly energy costs, all while making progress toward our climate goals and keeping Granite Staters safe from extreme temperatures,” said Senator Shaheen. “I’m proud to have secured funding for New Hampshire’s weatherization efforts through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that is supporting this new apprenticeship program to expand the weatherization workforce. I’ll keep working in Congress to find ways to upgrade our infrastructure while saving money for Granite State households.” Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) funding helps homes become more energy efficient through measures like installing insulation, updating heating and cooling systems and updating electrical appliances. For every dollar invested by WAP, $4.50 is generated in combined energy savings and non-energy benefits such as improved health and job creation, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. In addition to saving families money, energy efficient homes also help cut down on our carbon footprint, reducing the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. If you think you may be eligible for WAP funding, apply through your local Community Action Agency at CAPNH.org and check out Senator Shaheen’s recently updated Federal … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-leads-roundtable-on-youth-substance-misuse-prevention-in-claremont-visits-hypertherm-to-discuss-workforce-development-continues-invest-in-nh-tour-with-visit-to-schaefer-center-for-health-sciences-at-colby-sawyer-college-nursing-school Shaheen Leads Roundtable on Youth Substance Misuse Prevention in Claremont, Visits Hypertherm to Discuss Workforce Development, Continues “Invest in NH Tour” With Visit to Schaefer Center for Health Sciences at Colby-Sawyer College Nursing School 2024-10-28 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Claremont, NH) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) led a roundtable in Claremont on substance misuse prevention with Youth CAN leadership and community members. She then visited Hypertherm in Lebanon to discuss workforce challenges, housing and child care. Later, Shaheen continued her “Invest in NH Tour” with a visit to the Schaefer Center for Health Sciences at the Colby-Sawyer College Nursing School, which she secured funding to build. Photos from today’s events can be found here. In Claremont, Shaheen led a roundtable with the Youth CAN coalition leadership team and community partners to discuss the organization’s work to prevent youth substance misuse in the Claremont and Newport area. Youth CAN is part of the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Program which provides grants to local community coalitions to address the youth substance use disorder crisis. “It is crucial that we reach children as early as possible to educate them about the dangers of substance misuse, and one of our most effective tools to do that is the Drug-Free Communities Program, said Senator Shaheen. “I’ve strongly advocated for the program and was happy to meet with Claremont and Newport’s coalition and discuss their critical work to prevent substance misuse.” Shaheen has spearheaded crucial legislation and funding to stem the opioid epidemic, including to support the DFC Program. Shaheen recently introduced the Keeping Drugs Out of Schools Act to establish a new grant program that allows DFC coalitions to partner with schools to provide resources educating students about the dangers of drug use. Shaheen then visited Hypertherm, an employee-owned manufacturer of cutting products and software, to tour its facility and discuss the company’s in-house technical training program for workforce development, as well as engagement with Vital Communities’ Corporate Council to address regional housing and child care challenges. Vital Communities’ Corporate Council collaborates with Upper Valley employers to help solve the challenges they’re facing. … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-risch-issue-joint-statement-in-response-to-georgian-elections Shaheen, Risch Issue Joint Statement in Response to Georgian Elections 2024-10-28 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC) and Chair of the Europe and Regional Security Cooperation Subcommittee, and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of SFRC, released the following joint statement in response to the elections in Georgia over the weekend: “Despite our recent concerns with democratic backsliding in Georgia, we had hoped to see a commitment by the Georgian government to run a free and fair election process that reflected the wishes of the Georgian people. In reality, we have witnessed something different in this weekend’s parliamentary elections. Reporting shared by the OSCE/ODHIR, International Republican Institute, National Democratic Institute, and ISFED show multiple violations that severely compromised the standards for democratic elections. We are also alarmed by the dozens of reports of election day interference, including violence, voter intimidation and ballot stuffing, that could have further damaged the integrity of yesterday’s election results. “We call on the Department of State, in partnership with our European friends, to immediately investigate reports of fraud and any external interference to determine whether any actions have seriously impacted the outcome of the elections. Those responsible should be held accountable. “This is a precarious moment for Georgia. The ruling party, Georgian Dream, must recognize that its actions could have immediate consequences on its economic and security agenda. Russia has also undoubtedly benefitted from sowing division and disinformation. We recognize the right of the Georgian people to, if they so choose, protest peacefully and call on the relevant Georgian authorities to respect this deeply important democratic right. “If needed, we will make additional changes to our bipartisan legislation, the Georgian People’s Act, to ensure that those responsible for fraud and manipulation of the election process are held accountable. The US Senate is fully committed to… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-recognizes-matthew-gregg-of-nashua-as-octobers-granite-stater-of-the-month Senator Hassan Recognizes Matthew Gregg of Nashua as October’s Granite Stater of the Month 2024-10-25 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan recognized Matthew “Matty” Gregg of Nashua as October’s Granite Stater of the Month. Earlier this month, Matty ran the length of New Hampshire to raise awareness about hunger in our state. Matty was motivated by his desire to draw attention to the thousands of Granite Staters who experience food insecurity. He wanted to inspire others to help those in need, and to encourage state government leaders to evaluate what more they could do to address hunger. Throughout the run, he highlighted organizations that are working to combat hunger in New Hampshire, including NH Hunger Solutions, White Mountains Community College, and the Manchester Food Collaborative. Matty is also focused on ending the stigma that can sometimes be associated with seeking help, whether it’s receiving free lunch at school or visiting a food bank. The run through New Hampshire was 230 miles long and took 11 days. Matty was cheered on by students from local schools at his stops up and down the state – in his hometown of Nashua, 100 students from Mt. Pleasant Elementary came to his stop and even ran with him for a few minutes. He says that the support of his family – including from his wife Alicia and his children Noah, Ethan, and Emma – makes it easier to endure the grueling distances. Matty’s dedication to ending hunger in our state is a true example of the New Hampshire spirit of taking action to address issues affecting our communities. Senator Hassan launched the “Granite Stater of the Month” initiative in 2017 to recognize outstanding New Hampshire citizens who go above and beyond to help their neighbors and make their communities stronger. To nominate a New Hampshire citizen to be a “Granite Stater of the Month,” constituents can complete the nomination form here. To read Senator Hassan’s statement for the Congressional Record, see below. I am honored to recognize Matthew “Matty” Gregg of Nashua as October’s Granite Stater of the Month. Matty ran the entire length of New Hampshire earlier this mo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-boyle-lead-bicameral-letter-urging-us-department-of-education-to-support-borrowers-while-save-student-debt-plan-undergoes-litigation Shaheen, Boyle Lead Bicameral Letter Urging U.S. Department of Education to Support Borrowers While SAVE Student Debt Plan Undergoes Litigation 2024-10-25 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and U.S. Congressman Brendan Boyle (PA-02) are leading a group of 65 lawmakers in a bicameral letter urging the U.S. Department of Education to take further steps to support borrowers affected by ongoing litigation over President Joe Biden’s Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan for student loan repayment and to be prepared with a plan for all possible judicial outcomes. In their letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, the lawmakers note that borrowers in the process of pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) have been particularly impacted by disruptions to their ability to complete the necessary payments to qualify for loan forgiveness. The lawmakers wrote, in part: “Eight million SAVE Plan participants are facing uncertainty after the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals halted implementation of the SAVE Plan. While we recognize the Department of Education’s efforts to avoid penalizing borrowers by putting their accounts into forbearance, we remain concerned about the numerous challenges borrowers continue to face.” The lawmakers continued: “In particular, for those borrowers in the process of pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), the current period of forbearance and accompanying disruptions in loan servicing create uncertainty for the status of their loan forgiveness eligibility and financial future. […] Unfortunately, our constituents report hearing conflicting information from servicers about whether any income-driven repayment plan applications are being accepted and processed. As a result, these borrowers are locked out of making progress toward the qualifying 120 monthly payments for PSLF eligibility even as they continue to serve our communities.” They concluded: “For these and other borrowers currently enrolled in the SAVE plan, we remain concerned about the importance of ensuring that all borrowers have adequate support and information to successfully navigate student loan repayment as litigation continues. The Departme… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-meets-with-drug-enforcement-administration-leaders-in-nh Senator Hassan Meets with Drug Enforcement Administration Leaders in NH 2024-10-24 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper BEDFORD – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan visited the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)’s New Hampshire office on Tuesday, where officials briefed her on current drug trends across the state and the agency’s strategic partnerships with local communities. During her visit, Senator Hassan toured the facility’s temporary on-site laboratory, which supports the DEA Manchester District Office’s response to local drug threats. She was also briefed on plans for a new regional DEA laboratory in Londonderry that will serve the New England region when it opens in 2026, accelerating the testing of drug evidence and strengthening investigations across the region. “The dedicated law enforcement agents at DEA are working tirelessly to keep deadly drugs like fentanyl out of New Hampshire communities,” said Senator Hassan. “I will continue to work to ensure that our law enforcement partners have the resources and tools that they need to protect our neighborhoods and combat drug trafficking across the Granite State and the country.” Senator Hassan has led efforts to stop drug trafficking and support communities devastated by the fentanyl crisis. In September, Senator Hassan reintroduced bipartisan legislation to curb the spread of rapidly evolving synthetic drugs by allowing the DEA to restrict and penalize substances that have a substantially similar chemical structure and effect on the body as fentanyl. In April, Senator Hassan and colleagues’ FEND Off Fentanyl Act, which targets the illicit fentanyl supply chain and will impose sanctions on fentanyl traffickers, was signed into law. Senator Hassan also developed and help pass into law the END FENTANYL Act, which helps Customs and Border Protection crack down on fentanyl trafficking at the border. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/shaheen-hassan-join-ribbon-cutting-for-affordable-housing-development-made-possible-by-the-american-rescue-plan Shaheen, Hassan Join Ribbon Cutting for Affordable Housing Development Made Possible by the American Rescue Plan 2024-10-24 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper (Concord, NH) – Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) delivered remarks to community members and local advocates at the ribbon cutting ceremony for CATCH Neighborhood Housing’s Davis Ridge development, which will offer 48 units of affordable housing in Concord. The project was funded in part by Invest NH, which is supported by funding Senators Shaheen and Hassan helped secure in the American Rescue Plan. Photos from today’s event can be found here. “Far too many Granite Staters are struggling with affordable housing and anything we can do to build more housing units to help lower costs for the workforce is worth doing, which is why developments like Davis Ridge are critical to addressing this challenge,” said Senator Shaheen. “I’m proud to have helped secure the federal funds needed to support this project, and I’ll continue fighting in Congress to ensure New Hampshire has the resources we need to tackle the housing crisis and bring costs down for Granite Staters.” “The housing crisis affects every corner of our state, as families struggle to afford their rent and businesses are unable to grow because workers can’t find housing that they can afford,” said Senator Hassan. “Developments like the Davis Ridge Apartments demonstrate the role that federal funding can play in addressing the housing shortage in New Hampshire. I will keep working to expand federal funding to build more housing here in NH, help more Granite State individuals and families afford their rent, and strengthen our economy.” The Davis Ridge development was built with the support of Invest NH, a $100 million program to accelerate affordable workforce housing construction funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) secured by Shaheen and Hassan. The project is also supported by federal funding from the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), which Shaheen and Hassan are working to expand. Shaheen is a leader in the Senate on efforts to tackle the housing affordability… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-hassan-join-ribbon-cutting-for-affordable-housing-development-made-possible-by-the-american-rescue-plan Shaheen, Hassan Join Ribbon Cutting for Affordable Housing Development Made Possible by the American Rescue Plan 2024-10-24 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Concord, NH) – Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) delivered remarks to community members and local advocates at the ribbon cutting ceremony for CATCH Neighborhood Housing’s Davis Ridge development, which will offer 48 units of affordable housing in Concord. The project was funded in part by Invest NH, which is supported by funding Senators Shaheen and Hassan helped secure in the American Rescue Plan. Photos from today’s event can be found here. “Far too many Granite Staters are struggling with affordable housing and anything we can do to build more housing units to help lower costs for the workforce is worth doing, which is why developments like Davis Ridge are critical to addressing this challenge,” said Senator Shaheen. “I’m proud to have helped secure the federal funds needed to support this project, and I’ll continue fighting in Congress to ensure New Hampshire has the resources we need to tackle the housing crisis and bring costs down for Granite Staters.” “The housing crisis affects every corner of our state, as families struggle to afford their rent and businesses are unable to grow because workers can’t find housing that they can afford,” said Senator Hassan. “Developments like the Davis Ridge Apartments demonstrate the role that federal funding can play in addressing the housing shortage in New Hampshire. I will keep working to expand federal funding to build more housing here in NH, help more Granite State individuals and families afford their rent, and strengthen our economy.” The Davis Ridge development was built with the support of Invest NH — a $100 million program to accelerate affordable workforce housing construction funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) secured by Shaheen and Hassan. The project is also supported by federal funding from the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), which Shaheen and Hassan are working to expand. Shaheen is a leader in the Senate on efforts to tackle the housing affordabilit… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-announces-nearly-35-million-for-water-infrastructure-in-new-hampshire-through-investing-in-america-agenda Biden-Harris Administration announces nearly $35 million for water infrastructure in New Hampshire through Investing in America agenda 2024-10-23 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper BOSTON (Oct. 23, 2024) –Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3.6 billion in new funding under the Biden-Harris Administration's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. Combined with $2.6 billion announced earlier this month, this $6.2 billion in investments for Fiscal Year 2025 will help communities across the country upgrade water infrastructure that is essential to safely managing wastewater, protecting local freshwater resources, and delivering safe drinking water to homes, schools, and businesses. These Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds will flow through the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds (CWSRF and DWSRF), a long-standing federal-state water investment partnership. This multibillion-dollar investment will fund state-run, low-interest loan programs that address key challenges in financing water infrastructure. Today's announcement includes allotments for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Clean Water General Supplemental funds for New Hampshire ($24,867,000), Emerging Contaminant funds ($2,146,000), and $7,640,000 under the Drinking Water Emerging Contaminant Fund. This funding is part of a five-year, $50 billion investment in water infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law – the largest investment in water infrastructure in American history. To ensure investments reach communities that need them the most, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law mandates that a majority of the funding announced today must be provided to disadvantaged communities in the form of grants or loans that do not have to be repaid. "Water keeps us healthy, sustains vibrant communities and dynamic ecosystems, and supports economic opportunity. When our water infrastructure fails, it threatens people's health, peace of mind, and the environment," said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. "With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's historic investment in water, EPA is working with states and local partners to upgrade infrastructure an… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-hassan-kuster-join-president-biden-in-concord-to-celebrate-historic-work-to-lower-prescription-drug-costs-for-granite-staters Shaheen, Hassan, Kuster Join President Biden in Concord to Celebrate Historic Work to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Granite Staters 2024-10-23 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Concord, NH) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), alongside U.S. Representative Annie Kuster (NH-02), joined President Joe Biden in Concord on the campus of New Hampshire Technical Institute to celebrate historic work by the Biden-Harris Administration to reduce the cost of prescription drug prices for Granite Staters, including action in the Inflation Reduction Act capping the cost of insulin to $35 for Medicare beneficiaries, capping annual out-of-pocket drug spending for Medicare enrollees and allowing the federal government to negotiate prices for drugs covered under Medicare Part B and Part D. As co-chair of the U.S. Senate Diabetes Caucus, Shaheen leads the bipartisan Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now (INSULIN) Act which would cap the cost of insulin at $35 for more Americans. Photos from today’s event can be found here. “I was thrilled to welcome President Biden back to New Hampshire today to discuss the Administration’s comprehensive, historic reforms that have already shown success in lowering the price of prescription drugs, including capping insulin at $35 a month for Medicare beneficiaries—a long-standing priority for me,” said Senator Shaheen. “In the wealthiest nation on Earth, no one should have to choose between putting food on the table or paying for the medication they need to survive. So, let’s continue to build on this progress by passing my bipartisan INSULIN Act to cap insulin costs for millions more Americans.” “It was great to welcome President Biden back to New Hampshire today to discuss efforts to lower costs for Americans,” said Senator Hassan. “Under the Biden-Harris Administration, we have taken on Big Pharma to start lowering prescription drug prices and put seniors first – and we won’t let up in our efforts to bring down health care costs for Granite Staters and all Americans.” “For too long, health care and prescription drugs costs have been too high for too many Americans. That’s exactly why the Biden-Harris Administrati… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/congressional-democrats-file-amicus-brief-urging-ninth-circuit-court-to-affirm-that-emtala-requires-hospitals-to-provide-emergency-stabilizing-care-including-abortion-care-preempts-idahos-draconian-abortion-ban Congressional Democrats File Amicus Brief Urging Ninth Circuit Court to Affirm that EMTALA Requires Hospitals to Provide Emergency Stabilizing Care Including Abortion Care, Preempts Idaho’s Draconian Abortion Ban 2024-10-22 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper After the Supreme Court dismissed the case, returning it to the Ninth Circuit Court, 259 Members of Congress ask the Ninth Circuit to affirm district court decision that under EMTALA, hospitals participating in Medicare must provide emergency stabilizing treatment to patients, including abortion care when necessary In amicus brief—led by Sens. Schumer, Murray, Wyden, Durbin and Reps. Jeffries, Clark, Pallone, Neal, Nadler, DeGette, and Lee—lawmakers argue that congressional intent, text, and history of EMTALA make clear that covered hospitals must provide abortion care when it is the “necessary stabilizing treatment” for a patient’s “emergency medical condition,” and that EMTALA clearly preempts conflicting state law Members: “In this case, respecting the supremacy of federal law is about more than just protecting our system of government; it is about protecting people’s lives.” Washington, D.C. — Today, 259 Members of Congress—led by U.S. Senators Schumer, Murray, Wyden, and Durbin, and Representatives Jeffries, Clark, Pallone, Neal, Nadler, DeGette, and Lee—submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in Moyle v. United States and Idaho v. United States, two consolidated cases concerning the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) under consideration by the en banc Ninth Circuit. EMTALA is a federal law that requires hospitals that receive Medicare funding to provide necessary “stabilizing treatment” to patients experiencing medical emergencies, which can include abortion care. After the Dobbs decision in 2022, a draconian anti-abortion law in Idaho went into effect that makes it a felony for a doctor to terminate a patient’s pregnancy unless it is “necessary” to prevent the patient’s death. The United States sued the State of Idaho, arguing that the state’s law is preempted by EMTALA in those circumstances in which abortion may not be necessary to prevent imminent death, but still constitutes the necessary stabilizing treatment for a patient’s emergency medical co… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/shaheen-hassan-kuster-join-president-biden-in-concord-to-celebrate-historic-work-to-lower-prescription-drug-costs-for-granite-staters Shaheen, Hassan, Kuster Join President Biden in Concord to Celebrate Historic Work to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for Granite Staters 2024-10-22 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper (Concord, NH) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), alongside U.S. Representative Annie Kuster (NH-02), joined President Joe Biden in Concord on the campus of New Hampshire Technical Institute to celebrate historic work by the Biden-Harris Administration to reduce the cost of prescription drug prices for Granite Staters, including action in the Inflation Reduction Act capping the cost of insulin to $35 for Medicare beneficiaries, capping annual out-of-pocket drug spending for Medicare enrollees and allowing the federal government to negotiate prices for drugs covered under Medicare Part B and Part D. As co-chair of the U.S. Senate Diabetes Caucus, Shaheen leads the bipartisan Improving Needed Safeguards for Users of Lifesaving Insulin Now (INSULIN) Act which would cap the cost of insulin at $35 for more Americans. Photos from today’s event can be found here. “I was thrilled to welcome President Biden back to New Hampshire today to discuss the Administration’s comprehensive, historic reforms that have already shown success in lowering the price of prescription drugs, including capping insulin at $35 a month for Medicare beneficiaries—a long-standing priority for me,” said Senator Shaheen. “In the wealthiest nation on Earth, no one should have to choose between putting food on the table or paying for the medication they need to survive. So, let’s continue to build on this progress by passing my bipartisan INSULIN Act to cap insulin costs for millions more Americans.” “It was great to welcome President Biden back to New Hampshire today to discuss efforts to lower costs for Americans,” said Senator Hassan. “Under the Biden-Harris Administration, we have taken on Big Pharma to start lowering prescription drug prices and put seniors first – and we won’t let up in our efforts to bring down health care costs for Granite Staters and all Americans.” “For too long, health care and prescription drugs costs have been too high for too many Americans. That’s exactly why the Biden-Harris Administrati… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/bipartisan-support-grows-for-shaheen-risch-legislation-that-would-hold-georgian-officials-accountable-for-corruption-human-rights-abuses-and-anti-democratic-efforts Bipartisan Support Grows for Shaheen, Risch Legislation That Would Hold Georgian Officials Accountable for Corruption, Human Rights Abuses and Anti-Democratic Efforts 2024-10-22 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFRC) and Chair of the Europe and Regional Security Cooperation Subcommittee, and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member of SFRC, today announced that 10 additional Senators intend to cosponsor their bipartisan Georgian People’s Act. Shaheen and Risch’s bipartisan bill would hold Georgian government officials and individuals responsible for corruption, human rights abuses and efforts to advance the foreign influence law or facilitate its passage. U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Jeff Merkley (D-OR), John Cornyn (R-TX), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Chairman of the International Republican Institute (IRI), Angus King (I-ME), Todd Young (R-IN), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and George Helmy (D-NJ) have requested to join the Senators’ Georgian People’s Act when the Senate reconvenes in November, joining SFRC Chairman Ben Cardin (D-MD) and U.S. Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Chris Coons (D-DE) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) in supporting Shaheen and Risch’s bipartisan legislation. “I’m pleased that a number of my Senate colleagues recognize the urgency of the situation in Georgia and have agreed to cosponsor the Georgian People’s Act in the U.S. Senate,” said Senator Shaheen. “Together, we’re sending a strong message that there is robust bipartisan support for our legislation and our posture towards Georgia and support for the Georgian people’s Euro-Atlantic aspirations will remain unchanged no matter which party controls Washington.” “This bill sends a strong message from Congress that the U.S. is united behind the Georgian people as they pursue a future in the transatlantic community,” said Senator Risch. “We recognize the Georgian people’s desire for European integration and are committed to making U.S. policy that supports the opportunity for them achieve it.” “The Georgian government’s embrace of pro-Russian policies and away from a Euro-Atlantic future is concerning,” sai… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-collins-call-on-navy-to-reconsider-civilian-workforce-classification-review-protect-employee-pay-and-benefits-at-portsmouth-naval-shipyard Shaheen, Collins Call on Navy to Reconsider Civilian Workforce Classification Review, Protect Employee Pay and Benefits at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard 2024-10-22 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee and Co-Chair of the U.S. Senate Navy Caucus, and Susan Collins (R-ME) sent a bipartisan letter to the U.S. Department of the Navy urging it to reconsider the Office of Civilian Human Resources’ (OCHR) decision to review and modify civilian workforce position classifications across four public shipyards, including Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. In their letter to Secretary Carlos Del Toro and Chief of Naval Operation Admiral Lisa Franchetti, the Senators note that the review could result in civilian employees losing pay and benefits as well as negatively impact efforts to eliminate submarine maintenance backlogs. The Senators wrote, in part: “Should OCHR’s review result in position description demotions and salary decreases for a significant population of technical professionals, it would cripple efforts to staff and support the needs of the Navy. We, therefore, ask for your support in protecting our shipyard employees by reconsidering OCHR’s directive and by engaging with OPM to find a position that both maintains the integrity of the Federal and Department of Navy Classification Programs while protecting the wages and benefits of our valued workforce.” They concluded: “Today’s security environment requires the United States to have a combat-credible undersea fleet to maintain a competitive edge over our adversaries. The overwhelming production capacity of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Russia’s steady production progress toward fifth generation submarines, and growing cooperation between these authoritarian regimes will create additional demands on the U.S. submarine force. Meanwhile, the U.S. submarine industrial base continues to face maintenance shortfalls at our four public shipyards that affect the Navy’s ability to get boats back into the fleet on time. Reducing these maintenance backlogs is contingent on a robust, well-trained shipyard workforce.” The full text of the letter can be fou… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/buddycheck Senators Hassan and Ernst Invite Veterans to Join VA’s Second Annual National Buddy Check Week 2024-10-21 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) are encouraging veterans to participate in the Department of Veterans Affairs’ second annual National Buddy Check Week, which starts today and goes through October 25th. The VA is hosting tomorrow the first-ever virtual Veteran Buddy Check Summit and is providing additional resources to educate veterans on how to conduct peer wellness checks. Senators Hassan and Ernst worked to pass into law in 2022 the legislation that institutes the yearly VA program to support veterans’ mental health, which is modeled after the American Legion’s “Buddy Check National Week of Calling” to connect veterans to other veterans in order to better ensure that they receive the support they need. “Too often, those who’ve served our country face invisible battles long after their time in uniform ends,” said Senator Hassan. “National Buddy Check Week offers an opportunity for veterans to reconnect, support one another, and remind each other that they’re not alone. I encourage all veterans to participate in this week’s events. Your outreach to a fellow veteran just might be the lifeline that they need.” “As a combat veteran, I know the transition from service to civilian life can be filled with mental health challenges,” said Senator Ernst. “I was proud to work alongside Senator Hassan to pass this bipartisan legislation which will provide veterans with the tools to support those closest to them. This week, I urge our veterans to connect or reconnect with their veteran friends – just to check in. It’s a simple measure that goes a long way to support the health and safety of those who have bravely served our nation.” All of the resources that participants need can be found on VA’s National Buddy Check Week website, including information on how to join the virtual Veteran Buddy Check Summit, the Buddy Check Week Pledge, a tool to help find buddies and connect with others, and peer wellness training. Senator Hassan has led bipartisan efforts to support service members, vete… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-murphy-van-hollen-kaine-issue-statement-expressing-concern-about-the-escalation-of-violence-in-lebanon Shaheen, Murphy, Van Hollen, Kaine Issue Statement Expressing Concern About the Escalation of Violence in Lebanon 2024-10-21 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Tim Kaine (D-VA), senior members of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following joint statement regarding the deteriorating situation in Lebanon: “Over the past few weeks, there has been a concerning escalation of violence in Lebanon, which has resulted in the deaths of hundreds, the displacement of over one million civilians and unacceptable attacks on United Nations peacekeepers. “There is no question that Israel has a right to defend itself from terrorism on its northern border and that Hezbollah is a terrorist organization whose actions have led to Lebanese, American and Israeli deaths. By preventing the formation of a functioning government, Hezbollah has exacerbated an economic crisis and perpetuated the suffering of everyday Lebanese citizens. We also assert firmly that Iran must be stopped from supplying Hezbollah with resources and weapons, which is essential to securing peace on the border and ensuring that Israelis in the north can return safely to their homes. “At the same time, the Israel Defense Forces have an obligation to conduct their operations in a way that limits civilian harm and does not impede humanitarian access. We also strongly condemn the attacks against United Nations peacekeepers who operate in Lebanon under UN Security Council resolutions 1701 and 2749. Peacekeepers must be allowed to fulfill their mission of ensuring peace along the Blue Line. “We must work towards de-escalation and implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 in Lebanon while also urging all parties involved to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and hostage release deal. We must do all we can to prevent further civilian casualties, dangerous destabilization and expansion of this conflict into a full-out war.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-pappas-acting-secretary-of-labor-su-visit-child-care-facility-host-roundtable-on-child-care-and-workforce-challenges Shaheen, Pappas, Acting Secretary of Labor Su Visit Child Care Facility, Host Roundtable on Child Care and Workforce Challenges 2024-10-21 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Brentwood, NH) – Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Chair of the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and U.S. Representative Chris Pappas (NH-01), alongside Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su, visited A Place to Grow and hosted a roundtable discussion at the facility to discuss the first U.S. Department of Labor approved apprenticeship program for early childhood education operations managers and a new report emphasizing the importance of care workers. In March of this year, Shaheen sent a letter to Acting Secretary Su advocating for the establishment of A Place to Grow’s Registered Apprenticeship program for early childhood education (ECE) administrators. Photos from the event can be found here. “I’ve met with child care providers across New Hampshire and all of them have underscored the challenges they face with workforce recruitment and retention,” said Senator Shaheen. “Without affordable child care options, families, the workforce and the overall economic development of our communities suffer. That’s why I was so pleased to join Acting Secretary Su in visiting A Place to Grow where their innovative, new Registered Apprenticeship program for early childhood education administrators provides the training and pathways needed to get workers into the child care industry and keep them there.” “The cost of child care remains among the most pressing issues that families are facing. That’s why providing every federal resource available to families and child care providers in New Hampshire is critical,” said Congressman Chris Pappas. “I’ll keep fighting to cap the amount of money that families pay for child care, strengthen our child care and education workforce, and expand the Child Tax Credit, a middle-class tax cut that helps families keep more of their hard-earned money in their pockets. I was grateful to join Acting Secretary Su, Senator Shaheen, and A Place To Grow owner Jennifer Legere today to hear from folks on the ground doing this work.” “Paid care work is critical econ… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-ricketts-tillis-durbin-congratulate-moldova-on-a-successful-referendum-election Shaheen, Ricketts, Tillis, Durbin Congratulate Moldova on a Successful Referendum Election 2024-10-21 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Chair and Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation, along with U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Dick Durbin (D-IL), Co-Chair of the U.S. Senate Ukraine Caucus, issued the following joint statement in response to reports of a successful referendum in Moldova, which constitutionally affirms its EU membership aspirations: “Following reports of a successful referendum election, we applaud the people of Moldova for enshrining into their constitution a commitment to a more democratic, European future—a rebuke of Moscow’s attempt at malign influence in the country. “As the people of Moldova reaffirm their goal of European Union membership, we are clear-eyed that achieving it will be no small feat. In its thirty-three years of independence, Moldova has repeatedly contended with Russian attempts to retain influence, whether through Moscow’s military presence in Transnistria, inside Moldova’s internationally recognized borders, or through rampant mis- and disinformation campaigns. Moldova has also grappled with significant ripple effects from Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbor, Ukraine, including disruptions in its energy supply, significant inflation and an unprecedented influx of refugees – to which the Moldovan people responded with generosity. “We also welcome the initial results from the presidential contest and an encouraging preliminary statement from the OSCE’s observation mission which described the elections as ‘well-managed’. We hope that the upcoming run-off elections, to be held on November 3, will also be conducted in the same manner and look forward to working with Moldova’s government as it continues strive toward Western integration.” Earlier this year, Shaheen led a Congressional delegation to Moldova with U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT). Shaheen and Murphy hosted a roundtable with civil society groups and free media organizations to discuss the threat that … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/grassley-and-bipartisan-senators-advocate-for-veterans-by-pushing-for-candp-exam-improvements Grassley and Bipartisan Senators Advocate for Veterans by Pushing for C&P Exam Improvements 2024-10-17 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) today led a bipartisan letter to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) demanding answers on the steps it is taking to ensure veterans’ access to quality, timely compensation and pension examinations (C&P exams) amid allegations contracted services and insufficient federal oversight have negatively impacted veterans. Joining Grassley are Sens. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.). “[T]he overall management and oversight of VA vendors that provide C&P exams must improve. As the department relies more on contracted examiners, it should also remain committed to ensuring that veterans are properly looked after,” the senators wrote. “The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, requires the department to provide oversight of C&P exams and to apply standards of timeliness and quality performance for [Veterans Health Administration] examiners and your contracted vendors. It also requires a mechanism for veterans, such as the ones described in this correspondence, to lodge complaints with the [Veterans Benefits Administration] to provide for a resolution to the unnecessary barriers put in front of our veterans. As we await the report from the department, our concerns for veterans persist,” they concluded. Grassley and his colleagues cited the following reported issues riddling C&P exam processes: VHA examiners are operating under limited capacity. A Jasper County, Iowa veteran said the VA expected him to travel 97 miles one way for a C&P exam rather than see a provider in nearby Des Moines. Contracted vendors are mismanaging appointments. A contractor assigned a Rindge, New Hampshire veteran to an appointment in Maine. When the veteran explained he couldn’t attend appointments there, the contractor suspended his claim. Contracted vendors are not maintaining their facilities. The VA Office of the Inspector General (OIG) found some contractor facilities are noncompliant with the Americans Disabilities Act, as well as Occupational Safety and H… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/shaheen-hassan-celebrate-the-new-hampshire-womens-foundation-at-20th-anniversary-women-building-community-luncheon Shaheen, Hassan Celebrate the New Hampshire Women’s Foundation at 20th Anniversary Women Building Community Luncheon 2024-10-17 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper (Manchester, NH) – Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) delivered remarks at the New Hampshire Women’s Foundation’s 20th Anniversary Women Building Community Luncheon. The annual luncheon brings together Granite State women to celebrate the foundation’s work and for inspiration, connection and action. Photos from the luncheon can be found here. “Throughout my career I’ve often been the only woman in the room and the sole voice addressing how policy will impact women, children and families. With so many women of all ages and generations stepping up to lead, I’m happy that dynamic is changing,” said Senator Shaheen. “This luncheon is a chance to enrich an ever-expanding network of Granite State women supporting each other and finding solutions to common challenges.” “It was great to be at the Women’s Foundation luncheon today, where we celebrated the strides that we’ve made in women’s leadership and the work still ahead,” said Senator Hassan. “New Hampshire has long been a leader in electing women to political office, but we must continue to build on this progress, particularly now in the aftermath of Roe v. Wade being overturned. Our health and the health of our daughters and granddaughters is at stake, as is their equality and citizenship in the greatest democracy in the world.” The New Hampshire Women’s Foundation provides a unified voice dedicated to the advancement of gender equality and opportunity for the women and girls of New Hampshire. At the Luncheon, Kathy Beebe was awarded the SHE Change Award in recognition of her work as the executive director of HAVEN, New Hampshire’s largest violence prevention and support services agency. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-visits-semiconductor-manufacturing-business-in-salem Senator Hassan Visits Semiconductor Manufacturing Business in Salem 2024-10-16 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper SALEM – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan toured GPD Optoelectronics in New Hampshire on Wednesday, a local business that manufactures specialized semiconductors with applications in aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and other industries. The visit underscored the impact of the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act, which Senator Hassan helped develop and pass into law, on boosting semiconductor production in the United States and increasing demand for American-made components, like those made by GPD Optoelectronics. “It was great to visit GPD Optoelectronics today, which is a prime example of the New Hampshire businesses that are driving American innovation,” said Senator Hassan. “GPD Optoelectronics’s work to produce specialized semiconductors not only continues to create excellent and well-paying jobs in New Hampshire, it also allows us to outcompete countries like China and strengthens our national security by ensuring that we meet our defense and infrastructure supply chain needs here at home.” Senator Hassan has been a leader in supporting small businesses and fostering innovation. She worked across the aisle to develop and pass into law the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act, which is strengthening our economic and national security. The law is helping to support our supply chains, lower costs, and ensure that America can outcompete countries like China by investing in research and manufacturing here at home. Additionally, Senator Hassan has led efforts to cut taxes for innovative businesses and startups, and she successfully advocated for doubling the refundable R&D tax credit for small businesses and startups in the Inflation Reduction Act, which is now law. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-to-presents-stone-on-behalf-of-president-biden-at-the-cathedral-of-the-pines-peace-memorial Shaheen Presents Stone on Behalf of President Biden at the Cathedral of the Pines Peace Memorial 2024-10-16 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Rindge, NH) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) delivered remarks and read a letter from President Joe Biden before presenting a stone from the President’s home state of Delaware to the Cathedral of the Pines. The Cathedral of the Pines is an interfaith memorial dedicated to the memory and honor of all Americans who serve the nation in search of peace. Photos from today’s event can be found here. “Including stones representing nearly every president going back to Harry Truman, the Cathedral of the Pines’ Altar of the Nation is a powerful memorial to those who have died fighting for peace,” said Senator Shaheen. “Today in Rindge, I was delighted to help keep this special tradition going by presenting a stone on behalf of President Biden from his home state of Delaware.” In May of 2016, Shaheen presented a stone from Pearl Harbor on behalf of former President Barack Obama to the memorial. It is a longstanding tradition for stones to be placed in the Altar of the Nation, a Congressionally recognized memorial to all American war dead, which includes stones from nearly every president going back to Harry Truman. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-welcomes-uss-manchester-crew-joins-for-visit-with-manchester-west-high-school-njrotc-students Shaheen Welcomes USS Manchester Crew, Joins for Visit with Manchester West High School NJROTC Students 2024-10-15 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Manchester, NH) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee and the Ship Sponsor for the USS Manchester, welcomed crew members, including Commander Ralph Lufkin, back to Manchester and joined them for a visit with Manchester West High School Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) students. The USS Manchester crew members delivered a presentation to the NJROTC students and other faculty and students on the ship’s recent deployment, Navy career opportunities and the importance of civic duty. Photos from today’s event can be found here. “I was excited to welcome members of the crew of the USS Manchester back to their ship’s namesake city, and to join them in speaking to Manchester West High School’s Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps students,” said Senator Shaheen. “As future defenders of freedom and the epitome of civic duty, I was pleased these aspiring Naval cadets were able to meet and speak with Commander Lufkin and some of his crew.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/new-hampshire-congressional-delegation-applauds-additional-25-million-from-the-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-to-support-clean-drinking-water New Hampshire Congressional Delegation Applauds Additional $25 Million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Support Clean Drinking Water 2024-10-10 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a lead negotiator of the water provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), alongside Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01), celebrated the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement of $24,898,000 in new funding for New Hampshire for drinking water infrastructure, including to identify and remove lead pipes. The funding comes from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was negotiated by Senators Shaheen and Hassan, and which the full New Hampshire Congressional delegation supported. Along with the funding, EPA announced plans to replace lead pipes across the country within a decade. “Every Granite Stater, regardless of where they live, should have clean water running from their taps,” said Senator Shaheen, “That’s why I was proud to help lead negotiations on the water infrastructure provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law—the largest single investment in water ever made by the federal government. I’m glad to see more funding headed to New Hampshire from this historic law to benefit drinking water systems in communities throughout the state.” "Every Granite Stater deserves access to safe, clean drinking water, and that will be possible for more families now thanks to nearly $25 million in federal funding coming to New Hampshire to replace lead pipes,” said Senator Hassan. “I helped negotiate and pass the bipartisan infrastructure law to enable projects like these, which allow our communities to thrive, and I am glad to see that the bipartisan infrastructure law continues to deliver for New Hampshire.” “Lead exposure poses a serious threat to the health and well-being of Granite State communities—particularly kids’ growth and development,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “With these resources made available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, New Hampshire will be able to remove dangerous lead pipes and ensure more homes, schools, and businesses have access to safe, clean drin… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-visits-life-is-goods-innovative-new-facility-in-hudson Senator Hassan Visits Life is Good's Innovative New Facility in Hudson 2024-10-10 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper HUDSON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan toured Life is Good’s new production and warehouse facility in Hudson on Wednesday. The new facility features innovative direct-to-garment printing technology that allows the apparel company to produce items on-demand, reducing clothing waste by eliminating the need for large speculative orders. Additionally, the building demonstrates a commitment to sustainability with its rainwater collection system and rooftop solar panel array. “It was great to tour Life is Good’s new Hudson facility, which is not only creating jobs for Granite Staters, but also using technology to cut down on waste and lower costs for the company,” said Senator Hassan. “This kind of innovation is what allows a small state like New Hampshire to punch above its weight, and showcases how the Granite State is the place to be for all those who want to innovate, research, and create.” Senator Hassan has been a leader in efforts to cut taxes for innovative businesses and startups. For instance, she has led the push to restore the full research and development (R&D) tax deduction, which she will continue to push for as part of negotiations for a bipartisan tax cut package in Congress next year. Senator Hassan successfully pushed to include the doubling of the refundable research and development tax credit for small businesses and startups in the Inflation Reduction Act, which is now law. As Governor of New Hampshire, Senator Hassan doubled the supply of state R&D tax credits and made the credit permanent. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/new-hampshire-congressional-delegation-applauds-additional-25-million-from-the-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-to-support-clean-drinking-water New Hampshire Congressional Delegation Applauds Additional $25 Million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Support Clean Drinking Water 2024-10-10 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a lead negotiator of the water provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), alongside Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01), celebrated the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement of $24,898,000 in new funding for New Hampshire for drinking water infrastructure, including to identify and remove lead pipes. The funding comes from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was negotiated by Senators Shaheen and Hassan, and which the full New Hampshire Congressional delegation supported. Along with the funding, EPA announced plans to replace lead pipes across the country within a decade. “Every Granite Stater, regardless of where they live, should have clean water running from their taps,” said Senator Shaheen, “That’s why I was proud to help lead negotiations on the water infrastructure provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law—the largest single investment in water ever made by the federal government. I’m glad to see more funding headed to New Hampshire from this historic law to benefit drinking water systems in communities throughout the state.” "Every Granite Stater deserves access to safe, clean drinking water, and that will be possible for more families now thanks to nearly $25 million in federal funding coming to New Hampshire to replace lead pipes,” said Senator Hassan. “I helped negotiate and pass the bipartisan infrastructure law to enable projects like these, which allow our communities to thrive, and I am glad to see that the bipartisan infrastructure law continues to deliver for New Hampshire.” “Lead exposure poses a serious threat to the health and well-being of Granite State communities—particularly kids’ growth and development,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “With these resources made available through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, New Hampshire will be able to remove dangerous lead pipes and ensure more homes, schools, and businesses have access to safe, clean drin… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-continues-invest-in-nh-tour-with-visit-to-lakes-region-community-college-to-discuss-paramedic-certificate-program Shaheen Continues “Invest in NH Tour” with Visit to Lakes Region Community College to Discuss Paramedic Certificate Program 2024-10-10 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Laconia, NH) – Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, continued her “Invest in NH Tour” with a visit to Lakes Region Community College (LRCC) to learn more about its paramedic certificate program. The “Invest in NH” tour highlights the important funding opportunities Shaheen has secured for New Hampshire. In the fiscal year (FY) 2023 government funding bill that was signed into law, Shaheen secured more than $111 million for New Hampshire-specific projects. Photos from the event can be found here. “Paramedic certificate programs, like the one established at Lakes Region Community College, are critical to addressing the shortage of emergency medical personnel and first responders in New Hampshire and saving lives,” said Senator Shaheen. “I was proud to secure funding that is helping the program provide essential, life-saving training while also setting students of up for life-long, successful, careers as first responders.” Shaheen secured a $580,000 award for Lakes Region Community College to establish a new Paramedic training and certification program in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 government funding bill through the congressionally directed spending (CDS) process. The funding is being used to offset tuition costs for students and to address instructional costs for the program. Recognizing the barriers facing potential students, LRCC has designed a 12-month program with flexible and convenient schedules for working firefighters and EMTs. Through her role on the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, Shaheen has routinely fought to provide funding for New Hampshire’s community colleges and professional training programs. In April, Shaheen toured the Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship to discuss rural entrepreneurship after securing $528,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending to support the center. Last fall, Shaheen visited Nashua Community College (NCC) to learn about its new Aviation Technology Center. She secured funding to support the p… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/ahead-of-world-mental-health-day-senator-hassan-students-and-school-leaders-discuss-youth-mental-health-programs Ahead of World Mental Health Day, Senator Hassan, Students, and School Leaders Discuss Youth Mental Health Programs 2024-10-09 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper MANCHESTER – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan visited Southside Middle School in Manchester, where she met with students and received an update from officials from the Manchester, Concord, and Laconia School Districts on their federally funded programs that provide mental health resources and training in schools. They include a focus on evidence-based suicide prevention due to Senator Hassan’s bipartisan STANDUP Act, which was passed into law in 2022. During the visit, Senator Hassan met with Southside Middle School students who showed her posters that they have put up ahead of World Mental Health Day (on October 10) to reduce the stigma around youth mental health. She then sat down with officials from Manchester, Concord, and Laconia school districts and discussed the impact that Project AWARE, a federally funded youth mental health program, has had on students. Project AWARE includes evidence-based suicide awareness and prevention training as part of Senator Hassan’s bipartisan STANDUP Act. “Young people across New Hampshire have been speaking up about the need for more mental health resources in our schools,” said Senator Hassan. “Programs like Project AWARE – which has been strengthened by the STANDUP Act’s focus on utilizing the most effective methods to reduce suicides – are making an impact in our schools. I appreciated hearing from school officials about their Project AWARE programs and how we can continue to work together to improve students’ mental health.” "In order for our students to succeed academically, we need to go beyond the classroom to focus on the whole student. Our work to build district-wide systems of support for mental health and safety would not be possible without the Project Aware grant. We are grateful for Senator Hassan’s support in securing this funding, and thankful for her efforts on behalf of our students," said Manchester Superintendent Jennifer Chmiel. “The Concord School District is grateful to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for the opportunity to … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-visits-northern-border-receives-update-on-security-challenges Senator Hassan Visits Northern Border, Receives Update on Security Challenges 2024-10-09 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper BERLIN – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan, a senior member of the Senate Homeland Security Committee, received a security briefing and took an aerial tour with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the evolving threats in the Swanton Sector of the Northern border. The Swanton Sector covers portions of the U.S.-Canada border in New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York, and there has been a significant increase in attempted border crossings in this area over the last year. Senator Hassan received an operations update and report for the Swanton Sector from CBP, including challenges that CBP is facing and the need for additional personnel and technology to tackle the recent increase in crossings. Senator Hassan was also briefed by CBP’s Office of Field Operations about drug smuggling patterns for the region. After the briefing, Senator Hassan was taken on an aerial tour of the sector by CBP’s Air and Marine Operations. “Strengthening security at the Northern border is an important part of our overall national security,” said Senator Hassan. “I appreciated hearing directly from Border Patrol officials about the challenges that they are facing and what they need to better address them. I will continue working to support law enforcement at the border and keep our communities safe.” “I want to thank Senator Hassan for her continued support of US Customs and Border Protection’s work throughout the Swanton Sector, and we appreciated the opportunity to provide her an update on our efforts to keep our Northern border safe and secure,” said US Customs and Border Protection Swanton Sector Chief Patrol Agent Robert N. Garcia. This visit is part of Senator Hassan’s ongoing efforts to strengthen border security. Senator Hassan has visited both the Northern and Southern border several times as a member of the Senate Homeland Security Committee. Recently, Senator Hassan introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen security at the Northern border by requiring regular updates to the Northern Border strategy. In August, the Senate … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-hassan-pappas-deliver-remarks-at-new-hampshire-life-sciences-inaugural-event-and-celebrate-granite-state-innovation Shaheen, Hassan, Pappas Deliver Remarks at New Hampshire Life Sciences Inaugural Event and Celebrate Granite State Innovation 2024-10-09 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Salem, NH) – Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), along with U.S. Representative Chris Pappas (NH-01), delivered remarks at the inaugural celebration of New Hampshire Life Sciences. This statewide life sciences association fosters economic growth and awareness of the life sciences industry in New Hampshire, bringing world-class talent and innovation to the state. You can find photos from today’s event here. “Fueling local economies and growing industries, including New Hampshire’s innovative life sciences industry, requires collaboration,” said Senator Shaheen. “That’s why I’m glad to see so many companies and organizations in this association developing cutting-edge therapies right here in the Granite State that will save lives in the state and beyond. The formation of New Hampshire Life Sciences will help improve lives, all while growing our state’s economy and creating good-paying jobs.” “Today’s Live Free Life Science celebration reaffirms that anyone who wants to innovate, research, or create should come to the Live Free or Die State,” said Senator Hassan. “Life sciences companies are advancing cutting-edge science while creating good paying jobs and are an example of the many innovative businesses that choose to make New Hampshire home.” “New Hampshire has always been a place that has driven innovation and technology, and today’s inaugural Live Free Life Science Event and Celebration further proves that,” said Congressman Pappas. “Our life science industry is driving economic growth, employing thousands, and accomplishing innovative work that is saving lives. I want to thank New Hampshire Life Sciences for convening this summit to connect businesses, share information and resources, and plan for the future of life sciences here in the Granite State.” “The strength of New Hampshire’s life sciences industry was on full display at our Live Free Life Science event, and we are thrilled by the engagement from indust… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/during-childrens-health-month-new-hampshire-congressional-delegation-applauds-more-than-19-million-headed-to-new-hampshire-to-protect-children-from-lead-poisoning During Children’s Health Month, New Hampshire Congressional Delegation Applauds More Than $19 Million Headed to New Hampshire to Protect Children from Lead Poisoning 2024-10-08 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), alongside Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01), applauded the announcement of more than $19 million headed to New Hampshire from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Lead Hazard Reduction Grant program to help protect families with small children from the dangers of lead-based paint exposure. Specifically, the New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority is receiving $7.75 million, the City of Nashua is receiving $7.7 million and Sullivan County is receiving $4 million through the grant program. “Lead-based paint poses a serious health threat to children, and in states like New Hampshire where many of our neighborhoods have older housing stock, we must make every effort to protect families,” said Senator Shaheen. “This federal funding will help protect Granite State children from lead poisoning and exposure to other dangerous contaminants in their homes.” “New Hampshire’s children need safe places to live in order to thrive, but lead-based paint in older homes continues to jeopardize their health and development,” said Senator Hassan. “This federal funding to fix homes with lead paint is not only an important investment in the health of our children, but it also will preserve access to affordable housing in New Hampshire – giving more Granite Staters the safe homes and communities that they deserve.” “The science is clear: there is no safe amount of lead exposure—particularly for young children,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “I’m pleased to join the rest of the delegation in welcoming these resources heading to Nashua, Bedford, and Newport to help remediate older homes and apartments that contain lead paint and protect our communities from hazardous chemicals.” “The health of our children must always be a top priority, and protecting them from lead and other hazardous materials is essential in this effort,” said Congressman Pap… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/during-childrens-health-month-new-hampshire-congressional-delegation-applauds-more-than-19-million-headed-to-new-hampshire-to-protect-children-from-lead-poisoning During Children’s Health Month, New Hampshire Congressional Delegation Applauds More Than $19 Million Headed to New Hampshire to Protect Children from Lead Poisoning 2024-10-08 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), alongside Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01), applauded the announcement of more than $19 million headed to New Hampshire from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Lead Hazard Reduction Grant program to help protect families with small children from the dangers of lead-based paint exposure. Specifically, the New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority is receiving $7.75 million, the City of Nashua is receiving $7.7 million and Sullivan County is receiving $4 million through the grant program. “Lead-based paint poses a serious health threat to children, and in states like New Hampshire where many of our neighborhoods have older housing stock, we must make every effort to protect families,” said Senator Shaheen. “This federal funding will help protect Granite State children from lead poisoning and exposure to other dangerous contaminants in their homes.” “New Hampshire’s children need safe places to live in order to thrive, but lead-based paint in older homes continues to jeopardize their health and development,” said Senator Hassan. “This federal funding to fix homes with lead paint is not only an important investment in the health of our children, but it also will preserve access to affordable housing in New Hampshire – giving more Granite Staters the safe homes and communities that they deserve.” “The science is clear: there is no safe amount of lead exposure—particularly for young children,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “I’m pleased to join the rest of the delegation in welcoming these resources heading to Nashua, Bedford, and Newport to help remediate older homes and apartments that contain lead paint and protect our communities from hazardous chemicals.” “The health of our children must always be a top priority, and protecting them from lead and other hazardous materials is essential in this effort,” said Congressman Pap… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-statement-on-anniversary-of-october-7-attack Senator Hassan Statement on Anniversary of October 7 Attack 2024-10-07 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan released the following statement to mark the anniversary of Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7: “One year ago today, Hamas terrorists launched a horrific attack on Israel – during which they murdered 1,200 innocent people, including entire families, used rape and sexual violence as weapons, and took 251 hostages, including American citizens, some of whom still remain in Hamas captivity. October 7th was the worst single day of violence against Jews since the Holocaust. We cannot forget this day, nor can we forget the Americans and other hostages still held by Hamas – and we must do everything that we can to bring them home. I grieve with the families of the victims, the families of the hostages, and all of those who continue to be affected by the war. “In this same year, antisemitism has surged, in both word and deed, at home and abroad. As we mark this anniversary, Americans from across the political spectrum should stand united against hate, including antisemitism. “Iran’s missile strikes against Israel just last week also demonstrate the threat that Israel continues to face and why it is critical that we continue to support Israel’s ability to defend itself from attacks. We must also work to avoid a broader regional conflict by de-escalating and negotiating a ceasefire to save innocent civilian lives, allow for the return of hostages, and expand humanitarian aid. “A long and painful year has passed since October 7, but America’s friends and foes alike should know: We will not waver in our resolve to save the hostages, bring the perpetrators to justice, and secure a future where Israelis and Palestinians can live in peace, dignity, and security.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-on-one-year-since-hamas-attack-on-israel Shaheen Statement on One Year Since Hamas’ Attack on Israel 2024-10-07 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, issued the following statement on the one-year mark of the brutal terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel that killed 1,200 people and took hundreds hostage: “One year ago, the world watched in horror as Hamas terrorists flooded into Israel and unleashed a heinous, barbaric attack killing 1,200 and taking hundreds hostage. That day marked the worst terrorist attack in Israel’s history and is a stain upon the world forever. Innocent men, women and children were tortured, mutilated and murdered. “There are still 101 hostages—including Americans Keith Siegel, Edan Alexander, Sagui Dekel-Chen, Omer Neutra, Itay Chen, Judith Weinstein and Gadi Haggai—being held by terrorists in Gaza. We mourn the loss of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an Israeli American who was kidnapped on October 7th and murdered just over a month ago. There is no time to waste in getting the hostages out alive and returning the remains of those who have been killed to their families. “I’ve been clear that Israel has a right to defend its people. It is now time to implement a ceasefire that brings the hostages home and ends the suffering in Gaza, where innocent civilians have been caught in the crossfire. There must be a long-term resolution that provides for the security of the Israeli people and provides Palestinians with self-determination for their own future. A two-state solution is the only path towards achieving security, dignity and safety for all Israelis and Palestinians.” Shaheen is a strong supporter of Israel and a two-state solution. Through her leadership on the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations, Armed Services and Appropriations Committees, Shaheen has advocated for support for Israel and its people. In response to the horrific terror attack on October 7th, Shaheen swiftly condemned Hamas and called for enduring support for Israel. Shaheen introduced a bipartisan resolution condemning Hamas for using sexual a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/nh-delegation-honors-law-enforcement-community-at-nh-congressional-law-enforcement-awards-ceremony NH Delegation Honors Law Enforcement Community at NH Congressional Law Enforcement Awards Ceremony 2024-10-04 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Concord, NH) - On Friday, New Hampshire’s Congressional delegation honored members of the New Hampshire law enforcement community for exemplary service at the New Hampshire Congressional Law Enforcement Awards (NH-CLEA) ceremony in Concord. You can find photos from the event here. “Granite State law enforcement officers put their lives on the line day after day, doing essential work that often goes underappreciated,” said Senator Shaheen. “This year’s recipients have been recognized for their unique and outstanding efforts, often in the face of great danger to themselves, to protect and serve the citizens of New Hampshire. I offer my sincere gratitude for all that they do.” “New Hampshire’s law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every single day to keep our state safe,” said Senator Hassan. “I was honored to attend the Congressional Law Enforcement Award ceremony tonight and recognize the officers whose extraordinary actions have made an incalculable difference to our communities.” “New Hampshire’s law enforcement officers go above and beyond the call of duty every day to protect us and keep our communities safe,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “Tonight’s ceremony is an opportunity for us to express our thanks and gratitude for their selflessness and sacrifices. I want to extend my congratulations to this year’s recipients and their families.” “Congratulations to the men and women of law enforcement who were honored this year for going above and beyond to protect and serve our communities,” said Congressman Pappas. “They always stand ready to answer the call, and that’s why it is so critical that we provide our law enforcement with the support, resources, and respect that they have earned. I’m grateful for the dedication and sacrifice of the New Hampshire law enforcement community which ensures our state has a safe and strong future ahead.” The New Hampshire Congressional Law Enforcement Awards were started in 1998. All New Hampshire law enforcement officers – whether they are serving full - or pa… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-leads-new-hampshire-congressional-delegation-in-announcing-24-million-for-nh-nonprofits-including-houses-of-worship-to-increase-safety Senator Hassan Leads New Hampshire Congressional Delegation in Announcing $2.4 Million for NH Nonprofits, Including Houses of Worship, to Increase Safety 2024-10-03 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan, a senior member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, led Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Representatives Annie Kuster and Chris Pappas in announcing $2.4 million in grants for New Hampshire nonprofits, including houses of worship, under the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. Senator Hassan has successfully worked to increase funding for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. “Granite Staters deserve to feel safe when attending a church service or volunteering at a local nonprofit,” said Senator Hassan. “This federal funding will help houses of worship and nonprofits in New Hampshire – which play an integral role in our communities – boost their security and protect against potential threats.” “Too many times, our nation’s houses of worship have been the target of horrific and senseless violence,” said Senator Shaheen. “No Granite Stater should ever feel unsafe or threatened while practicing their faith, and that’s why I’m glad to see federal funding coming to New Hampshire to help nonprofits and houses of worship bolster their security and protect community members.” “New Hampshire’s non-profit organizations and houses of worship are essential parts of our communities—Granite Staters shouldn’t have to worry about their safety when volunteering or visiting these spaces,” said Congresswoman Kuster. “I’m pleased to join the rest of the delegation in welcoming these resources to our state to help ensure these vital spaces can operate safely and securely, free from threats or acts of violence.” “Granite Staters practicing their faith at their houses of worship or volunteering at non-profit organizations should be able to do so without fear of violent threats or attacks,” said Congressman Pappas. “This funding will provide needed resources to improve the safety and security of New Hampshire’s non-profits and places of worship. I will continue to fight for federal funding that strengthens public safety and addresses the needs of our communities.” Sena… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-hassan-blackburn-urge-department-of-defense-to-boost-quantum-technology-efforts-to-maintain-us-edge-over-adversaries Senators Hassan, Blackburn Urge Department of Defense to Boost Quantum Technology Efforts to Maintain U.S. Edge Over Adversaries 2024-10-03 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) are pushing the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) to increase its efforts to protect U.S. national security by increasing American leadership in quantum sensing technology, including advanced navigation, radar, and sonar technology. Quantum sensing technology can enable precise navigation that is resistant to signal jamming efforts by adversaries, providing an important alternative to GPS, especially as U.S. adversaries have developed their own GPS alternatives. “The United States must continue to maintain its technological and military edge over foreign adversaries – especially China,” wrote the Senators to the Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. “To ensure that the United States maintains its technological advantage, DOD must have a strategic plan to integrate quantum sensing into our national security efforts.” Senator Hassan has worked to ensure that the U.S. takes advantage of emerging quantum technology and is also ready to respond to the risks that it can pose. Senator Hassan successfully passed into law her Quantum Computing Cybersecurity Preparedness Act, which strengthens national security by preparing the federal government’s defenses against quantum-computing-enabled data breaches. Additionally, at the end of last year, Senator Hassan passed into law her measure to boost the Department of Defense’s partnerships on quantum technology research to prepare for these emerging threats. The Senators are asking the Department of Defense to answer the following questions: What is the current breakdown of quantum sensing efforts within DOD, including the offices responsible for managing and moving forward overall DOD quantum efforts? What is the current internal coordination process for DOD efforts related to quantum sensing? How are DOD quantum sensing efforts being coordinated with other government agencies, including the Department of Energy and the National Labs, the Department of Commerce, the National Science Foundation, and t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/cornyn-colleagues-bill-to-strengthen-cross-border-trade-guard-against-terrorism-signed-into-law SIGNED INTO LAW: Hassan, Cornyn, Colleagues’ Bill to Strengthen Cross-Border Trade, Guard Against Terrorism 2024-10-02 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Margaret Wood Hassan H001076 www.hassan.senate.gov hassan https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Tom Carper (D-DE), James Lankford (R-OK), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) released the following statements after their legislation to create a pilot program to strengthen the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program was signed into law: “In order for America to remain competitive in global markets, we must ensure our ports are open, efficient, and secure,” said Sen. Cornyn. “This law will allow additional trusted trading partners to expedite shipments important to Texas’ economy while protecting against illegal goods and national security threats.” “I am proud that the bipartisan Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) Pilot Program Act has been signed into law,” said Sen. Carper. “This commonsense bill will improve the reliability and efficiency of our supply chains in expediting the customs clearance process for trusted merchants. Now that it’s become law, the CTPAT Pilot Program will help reduce congestion at ports of entry and strengthen our national security.” “America’s supply chain security is essential to keeping food on the table and businesses up and running,” said Sen. Lankford. “This bill will create a new pilot program to strengthen standards for border security while streamlining our trade with other nations.” “I am glad that President Biden has signed this commonsense, bipartisan bill into law to help strengthen our supply chains and keep our country safe, secure, and free,” said Sen. Hassan. “This bill will help our economy continue to thrive and stay competitive in today’s ever changing world.” The legislation was introduced in the House by Representatives Morgan Luttrell (TX-08), Elissa Slotkin (MI-07), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), and Robert Menendez (NJ-08). Background: CTPAT was created as a part of the SAFE Port Act of 2006 to support secure cross-border trade through a fast-track, customs clearance process for trusted merchants who voluntarily submit themselves to enhanced security screening measures. The le… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-collins-applaud-senate-passage-of-bipartisan-resolution-to-establish-october-2nd-as-energy-efficiency-day Shaheen, Collins Applaud Senate Passage of Bipartisan Resolution to Establish October 2nd as Energy Efficiency Day 2024-10-02 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Susan Collins (R-ME) announced their bipartisan resolution to designate today, October 2, 2024, as Energy Efficiency Day passed the Senate unanimously. The resolution celebrates and promotes the economic and environmental benefits gained from investing in energy efficiency. “Investing in energy efficiency benefits our environment, our businesses and Granite State families,” said Senator Shaheen. “I’m proud the Senate passed our bipartisan resolution designating today as Energy Efficiency Day and celebrating the key role energy efficiency programs play in creating jobs, lowering costs for families and reducing our carbon footprint.” “The adoption of energy efficient practices saves consumers in Maine and across the country money,” said Senator Collins. “This resolution is an important reminder of the significant advancements we have made in energy efficiency over the past decade, most recently through the bipartisan infrastructure law.” The text of the Senators’ resolution can be found HERE. Co-sponsoring the resolution are U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-DE), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Jack Reed (D-RI), Joe Manchin (I-WV), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Peter Welch (D-VT), Angus King (I-ME), Tina Smith (D-MN), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Richard Durbin (D-IL), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Ed Markey (D-MA), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Mark Warner (D-VA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN). Shaheen has championed work to secure federal investments in clean energy and energy efficiency initiatives and to lower energy costs across New Hampshire. In the FY24 government funding bills, Shaheen helped defend key efficiency programs at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) from cuts, including securing $366 million for weatherization efforts and $66 million for the State Energy Program, which works to bring down energy bills for families and communities. Shaheen also secured continued … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-on-irans-attack-on-israel Shaheen Statement on Iran’s Attack on Israel 2024-10-02 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), senior member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, released the following statement in response to Iran’s direct attack on Israel and the escalating violence across the region: “Iran’s attack on Israel is a dangerous, reckless escalation that risks innocent lives in Israel and across the region. Through its terrorist proxies, Iran continues to try to destabilize the region and preserve its own authoritarian agenda. “Thanks to U.S.-supported Israeli defense systems, Iran's attack on civilian populations was rebuffed. “The current conflict is on the verge of spiraling into all-out war, with the people of Israel, Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon and other innocent civilians bearing the consequences of escalation. “We need an immediate ceasefire to avoid a regional war and humanitarian catastrophe.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press/shaheen-statement-on-president-carters-100th-birthday Shaheen Statement on President Carter’s 100th Birthday 2024-10-01 2024 2024-10 Democrat Senate NH Jeanne Shaheen S001181 www.shaheen.senate.gov shaheen https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/news/press scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement celebrating President Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday: “Billy and I wish our dear friend, President Jimmy Carter, a Happy 100th Birthday. I got my start in politics during President Carter’s New Hampshire primary campaign in 1975 and I can still remember the excitement of listening to then-Governor Carter outline his vision for the country. Since then, Billy and I have been proud to call him a friend and continue to be inspired by his compassion for people. We admire his lifetime commitment to public service and are grateful for his legacy of work to make this country—and the world—a better place.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z

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