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| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-fights-protect-low-income-residents-access-sources | Congressman Johnson Fights To Protect Low-Income Residents’ Access To Sources Of Renewable Energy | 2025-12-26 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) led a Georgia delegation letter to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin pressing him to reinstate funding for the Solar for All program that invested $7 billion in clean-energy grants to 60 state, tribal, municipal, and nonprofit organizations, including $156 million to the Georgia BRIGHT Communities Coalition. The program was designed to help nearly 500 homeowners in Georgia who earn less than 80% of the area median income to install solar panels to help defray energy costs, which have skyrocketed in recent years thanks to six rate hikes since 2022 in Georgia. In the letter, the members said: “Georgia, which faces one of the highest energy burdens in the nation, was on track to establish a stronger, cleaner energy grid. However, the abrupt cancellation of Solar for All grants has forced the Georgia BRIGHT Communities Coalition to pause these programs, delaying the deployment of readily available energy resources and the necessary transition to clean energy. This leaves Georgia families with higher energy bills and fewer job opportunities, while utilities struggle to meet the growing demand for power. We urge your office to approach this matter with transparency and urgency, recognizing the critical role this program can play in supporting a more resilient energy grid, reducing energy costs, and creating economic opportunities for Georgia families.” To read the full letter, click HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-blunt-rochester-merkley-introduce-bill-to-repair-infrastructure-bridge-communities/ | Warnock, Blunt Rochester, Merkley, Introduce Bill to Repair Infrastructure, Bridge Communities | 2025-12-22 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senators Reverend Warnock, Blunt Rochester, and Merkley introduced the Restoring Essential Public Access and Improving Resilient (REPAIR) Infrastructure Program Act to help reunite communities divided by transportation infrastructure This legislation would expand on theReconnecting Communities Pilot Program (RCP) to allocate $15 billion over five years for projects that serve to create economic opportunity by reconnecting communities and creating new space for housing, jobs, and economic development Construction of the Downtown Connecter in Atlanta and the I-16 Flyover in Savannah displaced historically Black communities and business districts, leaving friends and neighbors on opposite ends of the tracks Senator Reverend Warnock: “Ensuring Georgians aren’t cut off from accessing jobs and economic opportunity also helps restore the cultural fabric of communities divided by legacy infrastructure” Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the Restoring Essential Public Access and Improving Resilient (REPAIR) Infrastructure Act. The bill would reauthorize and expand the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Reconnecting Communities Program as the REPAIR Infrastructure Program. “Physical mobility and economic mobility are inextricably linked,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “Ensuring Georgians aren’t cut off from accessing jobs and economic opportunity also helps restore the cultural fabric of communities divided by legacy infrastructure. I’m proud to partner with my colleagues on this important legislation and look forward to better-connected communities across our state.” The REPAIR Infrastructure Act will build on the groundwork laid by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to bridge communities separated by transportation and infrastructure barriers, and create new space for economic development. This would ensure more neighborhoods are vibrant and safe, contributing to healthier lives and creating more opportunities for Am… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401976 | Congressman David Scott Leads Georgia Democrats in Filing Resolution Recognizing Atlanta as the Cradle of the Civil Rights Movement | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Read Resolution Text WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), led the entire Georgia Democratic Congressional delegation in filing a resolution formally recognizing the City of Atlanta, Georgia, for its historic leadership in the Civil Rights Movement. The measure honors the city’s unparalleled role in shaping one of the most transformative movements in American history and the legacy of its iconic leaders. “Atlanta has long stood at the center of America’s long struggle for racial justice as a beacon of hope, progress, and justice,” said Congressman David Scott. “From the pioneering work of W.E.B. Du Bois to the leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., our city has always been a bedrock for students, faith leaders, organizers, and everyday citizens who continue to help lead the nation toward equality and empowerment for Black and Brown communities. This resolution ensures that Atlanta’s central role in the Civil Rights Movement is formally recognized and preserved for generations to come.” From the early labor strikes of Black women in 1881, to the founding of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Atlanta has been a site of courageous action, historic legislation, and groundbreaking social change. At a time when efforts to rewrite or diminish civil rights history persist, this resolution recognizes Atlanta’s ongoing role as a thriving center of education, culture, innovation, and diversity. More importantly, affirms the importance of preserving an honest and complete account of America’s past. Every Democrat in Georgia’s Congressional House delegation cosponsored the resolution, including Nikema Williams (GA-05), Lucy McBath (GA-06), Sanford Bishop (GA-02) and Hank Johnson (GA-04). Full text of the resolution can be accessed HERE. | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-petitions-airlines-to-consider-additional-routes-to-africa/ | Warnock Petitions Airlines to Consider Additional Routes to Africa | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock sent letters to Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, and United Airlines asking them to consider opportunities to expand commercial flight service between the United States and the African continent Home to more than 1.5 billion people, Africa is projected to account for one-quarter of the world’s population by 2050 Africa represents a long-term opportunity for sustained economic partnership, innovation, and investment Senator Reverend Warnock: “With each new connection, we strengthen the bonds between nations and open new gateways to opportunity” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) issued letters to Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, and United Airlines asking the carriers to consider opportunities to expand commercial flight service between the United States and the African continent in the coming years. Home to more than 1.5 billion people, Africa is projected to account for one-quarter of the world’s population by 2050. “As one of the world’s fastest growing regions, Africa presents an extraordinary opportunity for U.S. carriers to shape the future of global commerce, deepen U.S. partnerships with African nations, and connect communities on both sides of the Atlantic,” the Senator writes. “Africa is home to more than 1.5 billion people and is one of the most dynamic and consequential regions in the global economy. By 2050, the continent will account for one-quarter of the world’s population and a significant share of global workforce growth…In 2024 alone, total U.S. goods trade with Africa reached an estimated $71.6 billion. Africa represents a long-term opportunity for sustained economic partnership, innovation, and investment,” the Senator continues. “As you evaluate your international strategy, I encourage you to consider opportunities for growth in African markets. I remain committed to supporting efforts that deep U.S.-Africa engagement, deepen commercial and cultural ties, and … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-bipartisan-specialty-crop-caucus-urges-equitable-relief-for-specialty-crop-producers | BISHOP, BIPARTISAN SPECIALTY CROP CAUCUS URGES EQUITABLE RELIEF FOR SPECIALTY CROP PRODUCERS | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Specialty Crop Caucus Co-Chairs Rep. Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Rep. Jim Costa (CA-21), Rep. David Rouzer (NC-07), and Rep. David Valadao (CA-22), joined by 103 Members of Congress, sent a bipartisan letter to the House and Senate Agriculture Committees urging immediate and equitable relief for specialty crop producers. The letter comes in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, which allocates $11 billion to row crop producers, and $1 billion is reserved for specialty crops and other commodities, with little clarity on payment structure or timing. Specialty crops—including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, greenhouse, nursery, and floriculture products—represent one of the most economically significant and labor-intensive sectors of U.S. agriculture, generating more than $75 billion annually in cash receipts. Yet specialty crop producers continue to face rising costs and market disruptions without receiving proportional relief. Between 2020 and 2025, specialty crop growers paid: 25% more for pesticides 31% more for fuel 37% more for fertilizer Nearly 50% more for labor These cost increases were not matched by comparable increases in crop prices, placing significant strain on growers across the country. In their letter, the Members stress that while USDA has stated that $1 billion will be reserved for specialty crops, details regarding eligibility, payment formulas, and timelines remain unclear. The co-chairs urge the Agriculture Committees to press USDA to ensure these funds are distributed quickly, fairly, and in a manner that reflects the unique structure of specialty crop operations. “Specialty crop growers contribute over $75 billion annually to the U.S. economy, yet they continue to face rising input costs, limited access to labor, trade disruptions, and other unprecedented challenges. As USDA rolls out the Farmer Bridge Assistance Program, we urge the Agriculture Committees to ensure that the $1 billion set aside for specialty crops is distr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=45A9F35D-1192-4BC7-8B93-2F76D5061EEE | Ranking Member McBath Statement on Reclassification Executive Order | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA — After President Trump signed an executive order starting the drug reclassification process for marijuana, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, issued the following statement: "Today, President Trump signed an executive order to reschedule marijuana, enabling researchers to study its medical benefits more effectively. This order should serve as a critical first step toward meaningful criminal justice reform for marijuana-related offenses, as envisioned in the Clean Slate Act, which I lead. "While the order will benefit the legal cannabis industry and medical research, reform cannot stop here. This order does not change the criminal penalties or considerations for marijuana-related offenses. Tens of thousands of individuals remain incarcerated for these offenses, and we cannot, in good faith, advance an industry while denying impacted individuals a clear path home to their families, an opportunity to return to their lives, and a chance to contribute in their communities. I stand ready to put people over profits and advance comprehensive criminal justice reform." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=66646C7D-A5D5-488F-AE20-3EE20DF91E11 | McBath Releases Year in Review, Delivered $40 Million to Georgia Families | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | “As we reflect on a difficult year for our country, it’s important as ever to me that I continue to bring back as many federal resources to Georgia as possible and push forward policies that support America’s families. During a year when we saw attack after attack on programs that millions count on, I thank my constituents for continuing to voice their concerns and stay up to date with my office,” said Rep. Lucy McBath. “As always, when I’m working on behalf of Georgia in Congress, my neighbors are top of mind. None of this could be possible without their engagement, so I extend my gratitude to all for being a part of our mission as we work for safe, healthy communities.” McBath has earned a reputation as one of the mosteffective lawmakers in Congress and one of themost important voices in the House Democratic Caucus. Her legislation to support veterans was deemed the “biggest bill” passed by a first term member. During the first session of the 119th Congress, McBath’s legislative accomplishments continued. Recognized as One of the Most Effective Lawmakers in Congress McBath was named one of the most effective Democratic lawmakers in Congress and the #1 most effective House Democrat for Education policy based on legislative effectiveness in areport released May 2025. Led Successful Push to Release $7 Billion in Withheld Federal Education Funding McBath led a coalition of 150 House Democrats in pressuring the Trump Administration to release nearly $7 billion in illegally withheld K-12 education funding, helping to protect school programs, teacher training, and adult education funds. She spoke on the House Floor ahead of the decision. Prevented New Tax on Scholarships Circulated in Leaked National Republican Memo Rep. Lucy McBath sounded the alarm when a leaked Republican budget document circulated in Congress included a proposal to impose a new tax on scholarship dollars, potentially making funds like Georgia’s HOPE and Zell Miller Scholarships taxable income. Her outspoken opposition helped rally fellow la… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=9E7C1F8E-9FCE-48B3-B932-C88EE8FFB289 | McBath, Frankel Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Antisemitism on College Campuses | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA—Today, Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA-6), Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Don Bacon (R-NE-2), Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-6), and Haley Stevens (D-MI-11) introduced the Protecting Students on Campus Act, bipartisan legislation to confront rising antisemitism and other forms of discrimination at colleges and universities. At a time when hate is surging domestically and globally—resulting in horrific antisemitic violence, including Sunday’s deadly shooting in Bondi Beach, Australia—this legislation provides meaningful protections to ensure students can learn in safe, inclusive environments. The bill increases transparency, oversight, and accountability by enhancing the role of the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), helping schools identify discrimination early and take action to protect students. The urgency is unmistakable. According to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), 83 percent of Jewish students report witnessing or experiencing antisemitism on campus since October 7. Nationwide, antisemitic incidents have increased nearly ninefold over the past decade. "Jewish students deserve better than empty promises when antisemitism erupts on campus. The Protecting Students on Campus Act transforms rhetoric into action by requiring real transparency and giving students the tools to hold their universities accountable,” said Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). “In this climate of rising antisemitic incidents on campus and in Jewish communities around the world, as we’ve seen with the recent, horrific attack at Bondi Beach, this legislation couldn't come at a more urgent time. We thank Reps. Frankel, Bacon, McBath, Ciscomani, and Stevens for their leadership and urge the swift passage of this legislation so that our campuses remain places of learning, not fear." "American Jewish Committee's (AJC) State of Antisemitism in America 2024 Report found that 35% of Jewish college students experienced antisemitism during their time on campus and 48% felt unsafe or avoided expres… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-responds-to-president-trumps-truth-social-attack-on-his-faith/ | Warnock Responds to President Trump’s Truth Social Attack on his Faith | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | WATCH: Senator Reverend Warnock responds to the President’s Truth Social post attacking the Senator’s faith Senator Warnock is the Senior Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, the spiritual home of Dr. King, and returns to his pulpit most Sundays Senator Reverend Warnock: “Mr. President, my faith is not a weapon, it’s a bridge, and I invite you to Bible study. Maybe you can meet the Jesus I know.” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) responded to President Trump’s attack on Truth Social following his interview on Meet the Press where the Senator discussed his recent address at the Center for American Progress on healing America’s spiritual crisis by restoring economic opportunity for millions of Americans. An excerpt of the President’s Truth Social attack “So, Donald Trump just attacked me on Truth Social, claiming that I’m using faith to divide people. He’s got a lot of nerve. Mr. President, my faith is not a weapon, it’s a bridge, and I invite you to Bible study. Maybe you can meet the Jesus I know. In the meantime, I’m going to keep fighting for the people,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. The Senator also joined MSNOW’s Chris Hayes to discuss the President’s attack on the Senator’s faith. That interview is available HERE. WATCH the full video response here and find a transcript below: So, Donald Trump just attacked me on Truth Social, claiming that I’m using faith to divide people. He’s got a lot of nerve. Remember, this is the same president who literally had peaceful protesters gassed and beaten so he could stand in front of a church holding a Bible up. He ought to read that Bible that he was holding up on that day. That Bible says that Jesus came to preach good news to the poor. He came to heal the sick. He never billed them for his services. He stood up for the weak, the marginalized, average, ordinary people. Mr. President, my faith is not a weapon, it’s a bridge, and I invite you to Bible study. Maybe you can meet the Jesus I know. In the meantime, I’m going to keep f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-wyden-blast-trump-admin-for-making-it-harder-for-taxpayers-to-get-full-refund/ | Warnock, Wyden Blast Trump Admin for Making it Harder for Taxpayers to Get Full Refund | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Today, Senators Reverend Warnock and Finance Ranking Member Wyden led an effort urging the Trump administration to stop hiring freezes, reduction-in-force efforts, and other operational strains at the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) TAS helps taxpayers resolve their issues at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), including with tax refunds, filings, and other issues At its current staffing level, TAS may face significant challenges handling its current caseload and helping taxpayers in Georgia and across the country get their full tax refund Senator Warnock and lawmakers: “TAS ensures the American people have a voice within the IRS. […] We are concerned that the recent personnel cuts at TAS and the ongoing hiring freeze will greatly hinder these advocates’ ability to provide quality, timely service to taxpayers who need help” ICYMI from 11Alive: Warnock urges Trump administration to restore IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service staffing Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Finance Ranking MemberRon Wyden (D-OR) led an effort, alongside 22 of their Senate Democratic colleagues, urging the Trump administration to help Americans get their full refund by restoring staff and resources at the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS), which is an office within the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that helps taxpayers resolve any issues within the IRS. At its current staffing level, TAS may face significant challenges handling its current caseload and helping taxpayers in Georgia and across the country. The Senators are urging Treasury Secretary and Acting IRS Commissioner Scott Bessent to stop hiring freezes, reduction-in-force efforts, and properly staff TAS. “TAS ensures the American people have a voice within the IRS […] We are concerned that the recent personnel cuts at TAS and the ongoing hiring freeze will greatly hinder these advocates’ ability to provide quality, timely service to taxpayers who need help,” wrote the Senators. “Since January, the Trump Administration’s deferred resignati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-opposes-house-republican-bill-that-fails-to-lower-healthcare-insurance-premiums-for-millions-of-americans | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP OPPOSES HOUSE REPUBLICAN BILL THAT FAILS TO LOWER HEALTHCARE INSURANCE PREMIUMS FOR MILLIONS OF AMERICANS | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) opposed, H.R. 6703, a bill prepared by U.S. House Republican leaders that fails to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. Without Congressional action to extend the credits before December 31, the cost of health insurance could double or triple and make it unaffordable for 20 million Americans. This includes 92,000 people in Georgia’s Second Congressional District who will see their monthly premiums drastically increase next month. “I have always been open to working across the aisle to improve healthcare for Americans. I know that many Republican colleagues agree that Affordable Care Act tax credits should be maintained for hardworking Americans,” said Congressman Bishop. “Unfortunately, today’s bill is a bait and switch, professing lower costs but really delivering less care. It would allow healthcare plans that destabilize the insurance market, offer patients less protection, and leave patients with big medical bills not covered by insurance.” “Sadly, House Republican leaders forced a vote on today’s bill and prevented Democrats and Republicans from putting forward a bipartisan solution to this crisis. Without extending the ACA tax credits, Georgians are going to be hit with sticker shock as their health insurance costs skyrocket in January,” added Congressman Bishop. “They will not be able to pay the high cost and will be forced to drop coverage.” The much-needed ACA tax credits are being allowed to expire by Republican leaders to help pay for permanent tax breaks for billionaires that were included in H.R. 1, the “big, ugly bill” which was passed and signed into law by President Trump in July. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-votes-to-uphold-the-constitution-and-rein-in-unauthorized-military-action-in-the-caribbean-venezuela | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP VOTES TO UPHOLD THE CONSTITUTION AND REIN IN UNAUTHORIZED MILITARY ACTION IN THE CARIBBEAN & VENEZUELA | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) voted for two War Powers resolutions that were introduced to halt the ongoing use of military force by the Trump Administration in the Caribbean without Congressional authorization. To date, President Trump has ordered airstrikes on at least 23 vessels, killing at least 86 civilians. He also threatened military action against Venezuela. “For many months, Democrats and Republicans in Congress have raised concerns that the Trump Administration is rushing headlong into an illegal war in the Caribbean,” said Congressman Bishop. “President Trump and Secretary of Defense Hegseth have stonewalled Congress and delayed or refused to provide fundamental facts, documents, and information that Congress must have to fulfill its responsibilities by law. Under the Constitution, only Congress can declare war and the War Powers Resolution of 1973 was enacted precisely to clarify that the President must consult Congress to prevent endless military action and undeclared wars. These resolutions would prevent the President from continuing these military actions without first complying with the Constitution and existing law.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401973 | Reps. David Scott and Lucy McBath Introduce a Bill to Cut State Costs and Ensure Children Don’t Go Hungry During Summer | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) and Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-6) introduced the Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act, a bill to protect children from hunger, strengthen states’ fiscal stability, and fight back against the President Trump’s and Congressional Republicans’ attacks on our nation’s nutrition program. The Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act directly responds to the damage caused by the Big Ugly Bill, the Republican reconciliation bill that slashed $186 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and dramatically increased the financial burden placed on states. Under the Big Ugly Bill, states are now required to cover 75% of SNAP administrative costs and part of SNAP benefits costs while continuing to pay 50% of Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) administrative costs. This is a sharp increase that has caused uncertainty as to whether states can continue participating in crucial child nutrition programs. “In Georgia, more than 1.1 million children would automatically be enrolled in Summer EBT if Governor Brian Kemp opts the state into the program,” said Congressman David Scott. “Unfortunately, he has repeatedly ignored Georgia Democrats’ calls for him to participate in the program. At the same time, Congressional Republicans and the Trump Administration continue their attacks on safety net programs, discouraging states from participating in nutrition programs and walking away from hungry children. This bill chooses the opposite by lowering state costs, expanding access, and making sure kids don’t pay the price for partisan ideology.” "Children living in Georgia and the other 12 states that refuse to participate in federal nutrition programs are at risk of going hungry during the summer break,” said Rep. Lucy McBath. "For years, Georgia Democrats have encouraged Governor Kemp to reverse his decision to opt out of the Summer EBT program that automatically provides an additional $120 dollars in nutrition benefits per child to families … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401975 | Congressman David Scott Leads Bipartisan Effort to Advance Landmark Housing Package Out of the Financial Services Committee | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Read Bill Text The Housing for the 21st Century Act cleared a key hurdle by passing near-unanimously out of committee with a 50-1 vote. It now heads to the full House Floor for consideration. WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) joined House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill (AR-02), and Ranking Member Maxine Waters (CA-43), in passing H.R. 664, the Housing for the 21st Century Act of 2025, a landmark housing package, out of the full committee. The bipartisan measure addresses our nation’s affordable housing crisis and modernizes regulatory challenges impacting homeownership. The final package incorporated several bills filed by Rep. David Scott this year, including his Reforms to Housing Counseling & Financial Literacy Programs Act andStreamlining Rural Housing Act—proposals to tackle Georgia’s housing crisis. “Housing is not a Democratic issue or a Republican issue. It is an American issue. Today’s committee markup demonstrates what is possible when leadership on both sides chooses collaboration,” said Congressman David Scott. This bipartisan bill reflects thoughtful, principled compromise. It acknowledges that we can strengthen housing oversight while preserving access. It shows that we can fight to protect consumers, enact real accountability, and ensure that housing policy works for those who have historically been left behind. At a time when far too many working-class Georgians are being priced out of their communities, this bill shows recognition that inaction is not an option. I’m proud to support this legislation and look forward to moving it swiftly to the House floor.” The Housing for the 21st Century Act addresses the nation’s housing crisis by: Broadening access to homeownership, including manufactured housing and small dollar mortgages. Reducing regulatory barriers and streamlining permitting, inspection, and environmental review processes to accelerate housing development. Protecting borrowers and assisted families and enhancing federal oversight of housin… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=0B969199-F6D1-4C12-B44C-90C3AB18D5DA | McBath Statement on H.R. 6703 | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA — Representative Lucy McBath released the following statement this evening: "I was not able to be present in Washington due to an urgent health matter with my husband, Curtis. We appreciate the well wishes from those near and far. "If I had been able to vote remotely today, I would have voted NO. The Republican-led legislation before the House does not address the rising costs of health care that are burdening American families. As a two-time breast cancer survivor navigating additional health challenges in my own family, I know firsthand how access, affordability, and care determine outcomes. "I was proud to be an early signer on the clean Democratic discharge petition for a 3 year extension of life-saving tax credits to make health care more affordable, which today reached the threshold to force a separate bipartisan vote on the House floor in January. As always, I am committed to working across the aisle on solutions that make health care more affordable and accessible for the American people." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=88C0D069-02F4-4C9C-8813-39793F4AD2DD | Reps. McBath, Foushee, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Prevent Overdose Deaths in Federal Prisons | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC—Today, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06), Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04), and Congressman Hank Johnson Jr. (GA-04) introduced the Federal Prisons Naloxone Access Act of 2025, legislation to ensure life-saving opioid reversal medications, including naloxone (Narcan), are readily available throughout federal correctional facilities to reverse overdoses and prevent overdose deaths. "The opioid crisis does not stop at the prison gate, so it's important that we do what we can as elected leaders to protect the health and safety of all Americans," said Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06). "This bill is about putting prevention over punishment and making sure life-saving emergency treatment—like naloxone—and training are available wherever they may be needed. I thank my colleague, Congresswoman Foushee, for her work on this issue as we work with law enforcement to modernize our federal prison system." “Our country’s opioid crisis does not stop at prison walls, and our commitment to harm reduction should not either,” said Rep. Valerie Foushee (NC-04). “More people than ever are dying preventable deaths in our federal prisons, and Congress must act. This legislation is a necessary step toward justice and part of a broader effort to invest in mental health and addiction services while treating substance use as a public health crisis, not a criminal one.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=DEC2350B-5324-45A2-9A50-123D97E85CE6 | Representatives Lucy McBath, David Scott Introduce a Bill to Cut State Costs and Ensure Children Don’t Go Hungry During Summer | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA—Today, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-6) and Congressman David Scott (GA-13) introduced the Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act, a bill to protect children from hunger, strengthen states’ fiscal stability, and fight back against the President Trump’s and Congressional Republicans’ attacks on our nation’s nutrition program. The Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act directly responds to the damage caused by the Republican reconciliation bill that slashed $186 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and dramatically increased the financial burden placed on states. Under the Big Ugly Bill, states are now required to cover 75% of SNAP administrative costs and part of SNAP benefits costs while continuing to pay 50% of Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) administrative costs. This is a sharp increase that has caused uncertainty as to whether states can continue participating in crucial child nutrition programs. "Children living in Georgia and the other 12 states that refuse to participate in federal nutrition programs are at risk of going hungry during the summer break,” said Rep. Lucy McBath. "For years, Georgia Democrats have encouraged Governor Kemp to reverse his decision to opt out of the Summer EBT program that automatically provides an additional $120 dollars in nutrition benefits per child to families in need. There is no reason why any child should wonder where their next meal is going to come from when their state leaders are turning down federal dollars." “In Georgia, more than 1.1 million children would automatically be enrolled in Summer EBT if Governor Brian Kemp opts the state into the program,” said Rep. David Scott. “Unfortunately, he has repeatedly ignored Georgia Democrats’ calls for him to participate. At the same time, Congressional Republicans and the Trump Administration continue their attacks on safety net programs, discouraging states from participating in nutrition programs and walking away from hungry children. This bill chooses the opposite by lowering… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-passes-defense-legislation-supporting-georgia-servicemembers-and-military-communities/ | Warnock Passes Defense Legislation Supporting Georgia Servicemembers and Military Communities | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Today, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), annual legislation that sets defense policy and priorities, authorizes defense spending The defense policy package includes numerous priorities Senator Reverend Warnock pushed for, including provisions strengthening military housing, supporting military families when they move, and authorizing funding for military construction projects across Georgia The legislation now goes to the White House to be signed into law The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the NDAA ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense and play a critical role in America’s military strategic planning in the years to come Senator Warnock: “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to work together in a bipartisan way to support our troops who defend our freedoms” Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 77-20, with many of his priorities included to support Georgia’s servicemembers, military families, and bases. The bipartisan defense bill will improve military housing, raise servicemember pay, authorize $295 million for Georgia military construction projects, and more. The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the legislation will strengthen quality of life for servicemembers and military families and ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense. The bill will now go to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to work together in a bipartisan way to support our troops who defend our freedoms,” said Senator Warnock. “Georgia servicemembers, the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-kaine-demand-answers-on-hhs-policy-targeting-cdc-workers-with-disabilities/ | Warnock, Kaine Demand Answers on HHS Policy Targeting CDC Workers with Disabilities | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | In a letter, Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Tim Kaine press HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for answers on new agency guidance rescinding telework as a reasonable accommodation for qualified employees with disabilities Under the new policy, disabled employees are required to report to their duty stations while waiting for their disability accommodation to be approved by senior political leadership. Employees who previously received approved accommodation requests would be required to reapply under the new policy Workers unable to return to their duty station will be required to take another form of leave, such as paid time off or sick leave Under Secretary Kennedy’s failed leadership, the CDC has seen a mass dismissal of its personnel – actions that have been deeply damaging to the agency’s ability to fulfill its mission Earlier this year, Senator Warnock called on President Trump to fire Secretary Kennedy Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Mark Warner (D-VA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) asked Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for an explanation on new agency guidance rescinding telework as a reasonable accommodation for qualified employees with disabilities. The new policy would make it nearly impossible for staff with disabilities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and across HHS to access telework as a reasonable accommodation. “HHS is the leading federal agency tasked with preserving the health of Americans, including those with disabilities. One in four Americans live with a disability, and they not only benefit from various federal programs and services but also meaningfully contribute to the functioning of the federal government,” the Senators write. Federal employees’ disability rights are governed by Section 501 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act, which works similarly to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Under the law, disabled employees have a right to a reasona… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401972 | David Scott, Joyce Beatty, and Cleo Fields Introduce Legislation to Strengthen HUD Oversight of Housing Counselors and Protect Homebuyers | 2025-12-15 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), was joined by Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) and Congressman Cleo Fields (LA-06), all senior members of the House Financial Services Committee, in introducing new legislation to bolster the quality, accountability, and effectiveness of housing counseling services nationwide. The Reforms to Housing Counseling & Financial Literacy Programs Act of 2025 would provide the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with enhanced authority to review the performance of housing counseling agencies and individual counselors—ensuring that families who rely on these services receive the highest standard of guidance on homeownership, foreclosure prevention, and financial stability. Housing counseling agencies approved by HUD play a critical role in helping families navigate the road to responsible homeownership. Housing counselors are often the first line of defense for homeowners to avoid foreclosure, repair credit health, and build long-term financial stability. Unfortunately, current statutory authority limits HUD’s ability to rigorously review counselor performance, intervene when counselors underperform, and ensure consistent quality across the national housing counseling network. “When housing counseling is low-performing, inaccurate, or poorly supervised, it does not simply fail to help—it actively increases default risk, erodes household wealth, and undermines the integrity of our federal housing programs,” said Congressman David Scott. “We are doing a disservice to the borrowers who accept higher interest rates or are steered toward higher-cost, riskier products despite qualifying for safer government-backed options. Congress has a responsibility to ensure counseling services for homebuyers remains high-quality, data-driven, and accountable. Our bill ensures that the federal government is investing in counseling programs that work—and intervening when they don’t. Stronger oversight means stronger outcomes for Georgia families, firs… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401965 | Reps. David Scott and Emanuel Cleaver File Landmark Proposal to Expand African American Participation in Registered Apprenticeships | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver (MO-5), re-introduced the Jobs, On-the-Job ‘Earn-While-You-Learn’ Training, and Apprenticeships for Young African Americans Act, legislation designed to grow and expand minority participation in America’s Registered Apprenticeship (RA) system. RAs are among the most effective tools for upward mobility, offering hands-on job training, industry-recognized credentials, and virtually zero student debt. Expanding their reach can significantly contribute to the economic stability of young Americans entering the workforce. “Right now, in communities across America, far too many young African Americans face steep barriers to entering the workforce—high unemployment rates, fewer paid training opportunities, and limited access to modern, in-demand skills,” said Congressman David Scott. “In Georgia’s thirteenth district, African Americans face an unemployment rate of almost 5%, a rate that is nearly double that of other workers. This gap isn’t just a statistic; it represents lost wages, closed doors, and dreams deferred—locking out opportunities and creating barriers that keep too many young people of color out of high-paying, high-demand careers. Employers are desperate for skilled workers. Young people are eager to work. Our bill meets that challenge by connecting the two with urgency and purpose. Investing in Georgia’s youth with real tools to strengthen our workforce and secure a brighter economic future is a national imperative.” “The Trump administration’s reckless economic policies are killing good-paying jobs and driving up the unemployment rate across the country—and Black workers are bearing the brunt of the pain,” said Congressman Cleaver. “This legislation will help bring relief by providing young African Americans nationwide with the opportunity to gain valuable skills in high-earning industries as they earn a paycheck, all while strengthening our pipeline of quality workers in critical industries. I’m pro… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=FA6D0107-A822-4B2D-85F6-9EE3CA5472C5 | McBath Announces Sixth District Winners of 2025 Congressional App Challenge | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA — Today, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) announced the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Georgia’s Sixth Congressional District. The Congressional App Challenge invites middle and high school students to design and execute original apps, inspiring young students to explore an education and future career in STEM. “Each year, I am impressed by the talent displayed by young people who are driven to use technology to solve pressing challenges right here in our community,” McBath said. “I commend this year’s winners, and I encourage every student who participated in this year’s competition to continue pursuing an education that will enable them to take their ideas to greater heights. Congratulations to these amazing app designers!” Winning third place in the competition was an app called “PRISM.” This app was created by Mount Paran Christian School student Pria Johnson. Winning second place in the competition was an app called “Timbre: Music Education through Science and Math.” This app was created by The Westminster Schools student Celeste Roselli. Winning first place in the competition was an app called “Affordable Smart Glasses for Blind and Visually Impaired People.” This app was created by Atlanta International School student Utshaho Gupta. Utshaho’s app will be eligible for display in the U.S. Capitol. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-secures-over-300-million-in-outstanding-helene-payments-for-georgia-vows-to-continue-fighting-for-funding/ | Warnock Secures Over $300 Million in Outstanding Helene Payments for Georgia, Vows to Continue Fighting for Funding | 2025-12-12 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Funding comes after pressure from Senator Reverend Warnock and as Georgia localities were readying for lawsuits from contractors seeking payment for work done in the wake of Hurricane Helene In September, Senator Warnock released a report finding the Trump Administration was shortchanging Georgians half a billion dollars in disaster relief aid Following the Senator’s September report, the Senator found the number increased to $600 million Following this announcement, localities in Georgia are still waiting for nearly half of the outstanding payments the federal government said it would cover; Senator Warnock will continue fighting until the administration delivers Georgia the recovery funding they were promised Senator Warnock: “After months of putting pressure on this administration to deliver for Georgians, I am proud to have secured over $300 million in federal funding owed to Georgia” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) announced he secured $314 million in federal funding for outstanding payments owed to Georgia counties and entities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The money was released by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following months of pressure from Senator Warnock to get Georgia communities, particularly in rural parts of the state, the money they were promised for recovery efforts following Helene’s destruction. “After months of pressuring this administration to deliver for Georgians, I am proud to have secured over $300 million in federal funding owed to Georgia. Hurricanes and natural disasters are not political; they do not care if you voted red or blue, and Georgia counties and cities went right to work recovering from Helene’s destruction with the understanding the federal government would fulfill its promises and pay their share,” said Senator Warnock.“It should not have gotten to this point, and there is still more work to be done. I will continue fighting until Georgia’s communities, particularly in rural Georgia, get every cent they are… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-helps-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-lower-prescription-drug-costs-protect-healthcare-access | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP HELPS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO LOWER PRESCRIPTION DRUG COSTS, PROTECT HEALTHCARE ACCESS | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) called on the U.S. House of Representatives to take up the Pharmacists Fight Back Act to rein in the abusive practices of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), the middlemen of drug pricing. The bipartisan legislation is led by Congressman Jake Auchincloss (MA-04) and Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01). Congressman Bishop was joined by Congressman Buddy Carter (GA-01) as well as Nikki Bryant, owner of Adams Family Pharmacy in Preston, Georgia, in speaking at a press conference in support of the legislation. They were joined by over 50 independent pharmacists and pharmacy owners from across America, including Texas, California, Alabama, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Tennessee, Ohio, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina, New York, Michigan, Arkansas, and Virginia, all who have shared their stories about fighting to keep pharmacies from closing. On average, one independent pharmacy closes each day in the United States. “The largest PBMs today exercise significant power over what drugs are available, at what price, and what pharmacies that patients can use to access their prescribed medications – all with very little accountability or transparency,” said Congressman Bishop during his remarks at the event. Congressman Bishop added, “The bipartisan Pharmacists Fight Back Bills that we have introduced will provide fair and predictable reimbursement for pharmacies and fight drug pricing manipulation by providing market-based index pricing. These bills will prevent the PBMs from steering patients towards PBM-owned pharmacies, allowing patients to use the pharmacists of their choice and expanding access to prescription drug care. With the high cost of prescription drugs, it is important that when we can get savings, these are shared with patients and providers, not just pocketed by the middlemen. These bills do that by reforming PBM rebate practices. Finally, these bills have teeth, and they include robust enforcement … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401963 | Congressman David Scott Introduces Bill to Restore $30 Million in Local Tax Revenue to Clayton County and the Clayton County Public Schools | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), introduced the Airport Revenue Clarity Act, a bill that will return $30 million in tax revenue to Clayton County and the Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS). The measure addresses rules created by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that prevents the county from collecting revenue from local general sales taxes on aviation fuel. “Clayton County and its schools lose more than $30 million every single year because of this unfair sales tax loophole,” said Congressman David Scott. “These are funds that need to be supporting our students, strengthening our classrooms, and ensuring our teachers have the money they need to help our students succeed. Our students deserve the full benefit of the tax revenue generated in their own community. I am working with both Democrats and Republicans to pass this legislation.” "Our community has watched as revenue generated at the world’s busiest airport left our county while our schools and services stretched to do more with less,” said Clayton County Commissioner Tashé Allen. “Regaining the right to collect and invest those tax dollars where they belong isn’t just a policy fix, it affirms that Clayton County matters and ensures that revenue generated here is reinvested in our schools, infrastructure, and public services." In 2014, the FAA created regulations restricting the use of revenues for local and state general sales tax on aviation fuel—requiring funds to be used only for capital or operating costs of local airports. Clayton County had levied general sales taxes long before the 2014 FAA rule. However, since the regulations’ implementation, the county has lost over $30 million in tax revenue annually, half of which is dedicated to Clayton County Public School (CCPS)—even as the county does not directly sponsor nor provide oversight of Hartsfield-Jackson. These restrictions have diverted significant funds away from the community, money that Clayton County voters approved, and local leaders allo… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-warnock-to-senate-gop-after-health-care-vote-who-are-you-working-for/ | VIDEO: Warnock to Senate GOP After Health Care Vote, “Who Are You Working For?” | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock condemned the Senate GOP for killing legislation to keep health care premiums from doubling for 22 million Americans WATCH: Senator Warnock minutes after GOP kills bipartisan legislation to keep health care premiums from doubling Senator Reverend Warnock: “First, you kick 15 million Americans off of their health care in order to give billionaires a tax cut. And then, after doing that, you double the premiums on some 22 million additional Americans. For some people, you triple the premiums, quadruple the premiums. Who are you working for?” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) spoke out after GOP Senators killed the 13th attempt to block premiums from doubling for 22 million Americans. These premium spikes are set to go into effect January 1st, 2026 after Senate Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law, which provided generous tax cuts to billionaires. “After today’s vote, I really only have one question: who do the Washington Republicans work for? Who are they working for?” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“ First, you kick 15 million Americans off of their health care in order to give billionaires a tax cut. And then, after doing that, you double the premiums on some 22 million additional Americans. For some people, you triple the premiums, quadruple the premiums. Who are you working for? These are people who are disproportionately in red districts.” “And we have tried time and time again… to get the Republicans to make a different choice. And here we are today. 15 million Americans have lost their health care. 22 million Americans, on average, will see their premiums double…,” continued Senator Reverend Warnock.“ And so here we are. Republicans have demonstrated who they are working for. Certainly they’re not working for you… We know that the status quo certainly has its problems. There’s nobody who’s saying health care in America is terrific, but Republicans today have taken a system that’s already struggling and broken it down even… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-and-marshall-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-strengthen-workforce-pipeline/ | Warnock and Marshall Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen Workforce Pipeline | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | The Pathways to Prosperity Act would allow more technical college students to “earn while they learn,” incentivizing business and technical colleges to partner to create high-wage career pathways, align job training curriculum, and scale apprenticeship programs for students The Senator’s efforts will ensure new good-paying Georgia jobs go to hard-working Georgians ICYMI from the AJC: Warnock renews push for enhanced job training with bipartisan bill Senator Reverend Warnock: “This legislation will allow workers to have access to jobs with better pay, help our community and technical colleges stay on the cutting edge of what industry needs through strengthened partnerships, and aid businesses in finding workers to fill open roles. That’s a win-win-win” Washington – Last week, U.S. Senators Reverand Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Roger Marshall (R-KA) introduced the bipartisan Pathways to Prosperity Act. The bill focuses on strengthening the nation’s workforce development pipeline by bridging the gap between community and technical colleges and local industry via career training and apprenticeship programs that allow students to “earn while they learn.” This legislation ensures a strong pathway from vocational degree to a good-paying job. It also codifies the successful Strengthening Community Colleges Grant Program, a critical initiative that provides competitive grants for community and technical colleges to partner with employers and align training programs with local industry needs. “Each year, employers come to the Peach State excited to hire Georgia workers into good-paying jobs, but are having a hard time finding workers with the education they need. That’s why we must continue to invest in educating the next generation of skilled Georgia workers so they’re ready to take those good paying jobs,” said Senator Warnock. “I’m proud to reintroduce the bipartisan Pathways to Prosperity Act alongside Senator Marshall. By allowing Georgians to earn while they learn, we are strengthening the pipeline from the classr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-calls-affordability-crisis-a-spiritual-crisis-in-landmark-speech/ | Warnock Calls Affordability Crisis a “Spiritual Crisis” in Landmark Speech | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | In a speech at the Center for American Progress, Senator Reverend Warnock offered a unique spiritual perspective on the affordability crisis The Senator argued that cost-of-living increases over the past few decades have led to a deeper spiritual crisis in our country Warnock urged stronger executive action to address affordability and pushed his own party to propose more creative and aggressive policy solutions Senator Warnock: “Decades of this low-grade fever left untreated has brought us to where we are today, a nation in crisis, a nation that has become disconnected from the values that make us who we are, a nation where we no longer see our neighbors as crucial to our own success, but as competitors in a competition for scarce resources. These deficits in a wealthy nation and on a plentiful planet speak to a spiritual deficit that at its core is a lapse in the covenant that we have with one another” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) offered a unique perspective on the twin spiritual and affordability crises plaguing the United States. The Senator spoke at the Center for American Progress as part of the Path Forward Speaker Series. In his speech, Senator Warnock argued that the ongoing affordability crisis has created a spiritual crisis in America, saying that decades of politicians failing to center the people they serve has undermined the American dream, created a cycle of division and despair, and ultimately led to the deep divisions and economic disparity we see today. Senator Warnock: “People are working harder and harder but are seeing less and less from the work they’re putting in. Young people are wondering if they’ll ever be able to afford a home. Older people are wondering if they will be able to retire with dignity. Those of us who live in the middle are trying to take care of our children, take care of our parents who are dealing with the blessings and burdens of aging. Workers are seeing that they’re creating wealth for others, yet they are barely able to… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-finds-fema-withholding-600-million-in-disaster-relief-from-georgians/ | Warnock Finds FEMA Withholding $600 Million in Disaster Relief from Georgians | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Following the Senator’s September report finding the Trump Administration was shortchanging Georgians half a billion dollars in disaster relief aid, the Senator has now found the number INCREASED to $600 million Senator Reverend Warnock: “After over a year of delays, the Trump admin has STILL not released $600 million+ in disaster funds to Georgia counties rebuilding from Hurricane Helene. There is NO excuse for this. I’m calling on the admin to release these funds immediately.” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement after new evidence emerged showing that the Trump Administration owes $600 million in Hurricane Helene recovery aid to Georgians. In September, the Senator released a report finding that nearly $500 million in promised federal funding for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts remained unpaid. The funding, part of a disaster recovery bill championed by Senator Warnock in 2024, is meant to reimburse local communities for funds spent on recovery. Despite bipartisan Congressional support for the immediate delivery of disaster recovery funds, the distribution of aid has been stifled by bureaucratic red tape and chaos in the Trump administration. “After over a year of delays, the Trump admin has STILL not released $600 million+ in disaster funds to Georgia counties rebuilding from Hurricane Helene,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“There is NO excuse for this. I’m calling on the admin to release these funds immediately.” “I released a report exposing $500 million in delayed payments months ago. The bills are piling up and that number has only grown. They’re abandoning Georgians and crippling local economies,” Senator Warnock continued. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-supports-bipartisan-defense-bill-that-strengthens-national-security-and-delivers-military-pay-raise | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP SUPPORTS BIPARTISAN DEFENSE BILL THAT STRENGTHENS NATIONAL SECURITY AND DELIVERS MILITARY PAY RAISE | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, the Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). The bill received bipartisan support and was approved by a vote of 312-112. The bill now heads to the U.S. Senate for consideration. The bill provides critical investments in national defense, supports America’s service members, and enhances global security at the time of growing challenges around the world. “This year’s defense bill provides our service members with the tools, resources and respect they deserve, including a well-earned 3.8% pay increase,” said Congressman Bishop. “This bipartisan legislation responsibly strengthens our national security, supports our troops, and invests in the readiness and wellbeing of military families. It ensures the United States remains strong both at home and alongside our allies abroad.” “I will continue to fight to ensure we take care of our military families as well as our servicemembers who protect our country across the world and here at home,” added Congressman Bishop, who also serves as the co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Military Family Caucus. The FY26 NDAA authorizes $890 billion for the Department of Defense and related national security programs, reflecting months of bipartisan work in the House and Senate Armed Services Committees. The bill includes the most significant overhaul of the defense acquisition system in a generation, major investments in science and technology, and key quality-of-life improvements for service members and Defense Department civilian employees. Georgia’s Second Congressional District is home to some of the nation’s most important military installations, including Fort Benning, Robins Air Force Base, and Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. The 3.8% military pay increase will directly benefit thousands of service members and families across the Second Congressional District, strengthening local communities and bolstering military readiness. The bill also supports impr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401961 | Congressman David Scott Statement Regarding Trump’s $12 Billion Farm Aid Announcement | 2025-12-10 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott released the following statement regarding the Trump Administration’s farm aid plan. “Farmers across the country are hurting because of this administration’s tariffs and trade war that have inflicted billions of dollars in losses on American producers. Now, the Administration is providing only $12 billion in farm aid, rather than reversing the policies that are actively harming the farm economy in the first place. This comes immediately after the Trump Administration committed $40 billion to backstop Argentina’s collapsing currency, exposing U.S. taxpayers to extraordinary risk! In October, I sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent regarding this bailout, highlighting that the Administration’s trade war has pushed international markets away from American producers and towards Argentina. American farmers are being told to do more with less support and no long-term plan. Our farmers, workers, and rural communities need real relief and a trade agenda that strengthens America!” | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-on-the-presidents-dangerous-assault-on-aviation-safety-regulators/ | Warnock on the President’s Dangerous Assault on Aviation Safety Regulators | 2025-12-08 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Unanimously confirmed Alvin Brown was illegally fired from the independent National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) NTSB investigates transportation accidents, including the tragic DCA collision that killed 68 in January Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement on the illegal firing of Alvin Brown, a unanimously Senate-confirmed member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Brown’s replacement will be voted on today in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation despite pending litigation on the legality of Mr. Brown’s firing. “We rely on our federal aviation regulators to keep millions of Georgians safe during air travel,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “I’m deeply troubled by the illegal firing of Brown. Americans feel confident boarding flights every day in part because of the independent work of the NTSB safety investigators. The President’s move to replace board members without cause undermines the board’s ability to investigate transportation accidents like the DCA crash and ensure these kinds of tragedies never happen again.” The President also fired Robert Primus from the U.S. Surface Transportation Board without cause. Both men have filed lawsuits challenging their dismissals. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-leads-letter-cdc-advisory-panel-urging-hepatitis-b | Congressman Johnson Leads Letter To CDC, Advisory Panel Urging Hepatitis B Vaccine Schedule For Newborns Remain In Place To Save Lives | 2025-12-04 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) and Congresswoman Kim Schrier MD (WA-08) sent a letter to Centers for Diseases Control & Prevention (CDC) Acting Director James O'Neill and the advisory panel it oversees urging them to maintain the existing recommendations in support of the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine. The advisory panel is scheduled to discuss and vote on the hepatitis B birth dose recommendation during its two-day meeting starting Dec. 4, potentially limiting children's access to the life-saving vaccine. In the letter, the members said: “[we] are very concerned that the Committee may vote to remove this longstanding recommendation this month as part of its larger focus on altering childhood vaccinations. There is no data to support delaying the first immunization to one-month, four years, or 12 years of age. Since the implementation of the birth dose recommendation in 1991, there has been an astonishing 99% reduction in childhood hepatitis B infections. In the last 30 years, this vaccine schedule is estimated to have saved over 90,000 lives, prevented 6 million infections, and nearly 1 million hospitalizations. Further, a model by the Center for Disease Analysis Foundation found that removing the universal birth dose in favor of later vaccination initiation would result in 99,000 new hepatitis B infections that could have been prevented. To protect children from hepatitis B, we strongly urge you to maintain the existing ACIP recommendation in support of the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine.” To read the full letter, click HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=C9285A4F-038B-4DD0-ADB2-76A38F3D4169 | McBath Announces Sixth District Service Academy Nominations for Class of 2030 | 2025-12-04 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA — This week, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) announced Sixth District students who were nominated by her office to attend a United States military service academy. In total, 26 students from the Sixth District received nominations to the following academies: 11 students received a nomination to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point, 15 students received a nomination to attend the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, 11 students received a nomination to attend the United States Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, and 3 students received a nomination to attend the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point. “Helping identify and nominate future generations of leadership in our nation’s military is one of the most incredible privileges of my job in Congress,” McBath said. “I am so proud of each student who received a nomination, and I am grateful to their families, their teachers, and their community mentors for preparing them to be successful in their pursuit of a career in military service. Congratulations to these 26 young people who have courageously chosen to serve our country in such an honorable way.” All students who received a nomination from McBath’s office must now be selected by the service academy for a formal appointment to attend in the fall of 2026. The following students* received a congressional nomination to attend a United States military service academy in the 2026-2027 academic year: *This list does not contain all Sixth District students who received a congressional nomination to a U.S. service academy. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-cut-red-tape-fast-track-transit-projects-in-georgia/ | Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Cut Red Tape, Fast Track Transit Projects in Georgia | 2025-12-04 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senators Reverend Warnock and Lee introduced the bipartisan Streamline Transit Projects Act to speed completion of transit projects and improve the transit ridership experience The legislation helps states address construction challenges typically associated with traffic congestion and air quality by providing greater flexibility to state agencies to shorten project timelines Senator Reverend Warnock: “By delivering transit projects faster, we can continue to invest in a brighter, more connected future for all who call Georgia home” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Mike Lee (R-UT), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), and John Curtis (R-UT) introduced the bipartisan Streamline Transit Projects Act to speed completion of transit projects and improve the transit ridership experience. The legislation will help states address construction challenges typically associated with traffic congestion and air quality by providing greater flexibility to state agencies to shorten protect implementation timelines. “This bipartisan legislation will give transit agencies new tools to more quickly deliver projects that meet local needs and improve the ridership experience,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “By delivering transit projects faster, we can continue to invest in a brighter, more connected future for all who call Georgia home.” “Utah’s transit projects will be better off without the federal government meddling in every decision and holding up construction,” said Senator Mike Lee. “Right now, our local officials take responsibility for environmental reviews on highway construction – but are forced to use the federal government when it comes to transit. My Streamline Transit Projects Act will give this authority back to the states to make construction timelines faster and quality better. Don’t tread on our TRAX!” “Right now, simple transit projects can get tied up in years of red tape. Arizonans shouldn’t have to wait that long for basic upgrades,”said Senator Mark Kelly.“Our bill cuts needless delays f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=A389C298-82D0-4E13-9CD7-3ED3C8CF66F5 | Representatives McBath, Roy, Biggs, and Cohen Celebrate Passage of Bipartisan Legislation to Simplify Federal Criminal Code | 2025-12-02 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC—Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06), Chip Roy (TX-21), Lucy McBath (GA-06), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), and Steve Cohen (TN-09) issued the following statement after the House passage of the Count the Crimes to Cut Act, H.R 2159. This legislation requires the Department of Justice to produce a public report and database outlining all federal criminal statutory offenses and directs federal agencies to do the same for all criminal regulatory offenses. Congresswoman McBath, Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance, said: “As elected officials, it’s our duty to maintain an effective criminal justice system on behalf of the American people. With this bill, our constituents will no longer have to fear being excessively punished and criminal justice professionals can fulfill their mission—protecting the public. I was proud to see the Count the Crimes to Cut Act pass the House unanimously, and I thank my colleagues for their collaboration in the fight for common-sense, bipartisan solutions to update our legal code.” Congressman Roy, Chairman on the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government, said: “I am proud that the House of Representatives passed the Count the Crimes to Cut Act on a bipartisan basis. There are at least hundreds of thousands of criminal federal laws and regulations on the books, but no one even knows how many we actually have. And many of these laws and regulations are outdated and unnecessary, if not outright ridiculous. At any time, someone could be held criminally liable for something they don’t even know about — this is absurd and it’s far past time we get a full understanding of the federal criminal tapestry to ensure no American is caught in the crosshairs of overcriminalization. I urge the Senate to take up this bill as soon as possible so we can get to work counting the crimes.” Congressman Biggs, Chairman on the Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance, said: “The passage of the Count the Crimes to Cut Act is a major … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-ossoff-announce-over-300-million-for-georgia-broadband-expansion/ | Warnock, Ossoff Announce Over $300 Million for Georgia Broadband Expansion | 2025-12-01 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senators Reverend Warnock and Jon Ossoff announced $300 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program The funding will help close the digital divide in Georgia and our state closer to 100% connectivity for the first time in history Senator Warnock: “This federal investment means life gets easier for hundreds of thousands of Georgians, and it provides the tools and infrastructure our communities need to be competitive in today’s economy,” Senator Ossoff: “Our historic bipartisan infrastructure law continues to deliver for Georgia. This is a major next step toward ensuring every Georgia family and business has high-speed Internet” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) announced over $300 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. The program works to expand broadband access in Georgia’s unserved and underserved communities, strengthening access to affordable, high-speed internet across our state, particularly for the estimated 15% of Georgians who currently lack reliable broadband access. The funding will be distributed to various local contractors by the Georgia Technology Authority to build out the state’s broadband network. “This federal investment means life gets easier for hundreds of thousands of Georgians, and it provides the tools and infrastructure our communities need to be competitive in today’s economy,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “You need a broadband connection to do just about anything, you can’t even farm without a broadband connection. That is why I am glad to see Georgia finally get the federal funding it needs to close the digital divide despite unnecessary delays and disruptions from the current administration. I will continue to push this administration to release all federal resources available to get Georgians online quickly and efficiently.” “Our historic bipartisan i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-statement-on-the-passing-of-bishop-reginald-jackson | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF BISHOP REGINALD JACKSON | 2025-11-26 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | COLUMBUS, Ga. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) shared the following statement upon the passing of Bishop Reginald Jackson: “Bishop Reginald Thomas Jackson was a revered leader and a steadfast advocate for justice, equality, and compassion. His unwavering commitment to serving both our faith community and the broader society has left an indelible mark on countless lives both in Georgia and beyond. “He tirelessly pursued social justice, education, and community service and was instrumental in addressing the pressing challenges of our time. “Though we are deeply saddened by his loss, we take comfort in his legacy which will continue to inspire future generations. “My wife, Vivian, and I extend our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to his family, friends, and all who were touched by his ministry. May his soul rest in peace, and may we honor his memory by continuing the work he so passionately championed.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401959 | David Scott and Hank Johnson Demand Answers from Georgia EPD Regarding the Division’s Failure to Hold Chronic Environmental Polluters Accountable | 2025-11-25 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Read Letter PDF ATLANTA, GA – Yesterday, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) and Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-4), sent a letter to Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) Director, Jeff Cown, calling on him to hold chronic environmental polluters accountable and take decisive action to revoke the permits of repeat offenders. The letter highlights EPD’s inability to conduct meaningful oversight of companies who routinely fail to comply with state and federal environmental laws as they continue to jeopardize the health and safety of our metro-Atlanta communities. The lawmakers pointed to multiple incidents across Georgia where industrial facilities, including those operated by Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques (DRT) and BioLabs, have repeatedly violated state and federal clean air and water laws—as evidence of a systemic breakdown in enforcement within EPD. They emphasize that Georgia’s environmental enforcement lag continues to expose neighborhoods—particularly vulnerable and low-income communities—to dangerous levels of air pollution and contaminated waterways. “Georgians deserve clean air, safe water, and an environmental regulator that puts their health and safety first,” said Congressman David Scott. “For too long, chronic polluters have operated with minimal accountability, and the Georgia Environmental Protection Division’s inaction has allowed dangerous practices to continue unchecked. These failures don’t fall evenly. Black and brown communities are too often the ones forced to bear the brunt of toxic air, contaminated water, and the constant fear of industrial accidents. No community should live with these preventable threats because oversight fell short.” “For years, corporate polluters have endangered Georgia communities with fires, toxic releases, and repeated violations,” said Congressman Johnson. “This pattern of disregard for public health and safety is unacceptable. No company is entitled to operate in our state if it cannot follow the law. EPD must act decisively and revoke these permits u… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-capito-lead-bipartisan-drive-safer-sunday-resolution-ahead-of-thanksgiving-holiday/ | Warnock, Capito Lead Bipartisan Drive Safer Sunday Resolution Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday | 2025-11-25 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senators Reverend Warnock and Capito are introducing the bipartisan Drive Safer Sunday resolution ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The Sunday after Thanksgiving is typically one of the busiest and most dangerous driving weekends of the year The resolution urges Americans traveling on roads and highways this Thanksgiving holiday to drive safer to reduce death and injury that can result from motor vehicle crashes Nearly 82 million Americans are projected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, making Thanksgiving the single busiest holiday for travel Senator Reverend Warnock: “We know safer streets require each of us to play our part, so I implore Georgians and all Americans to exercise caution amid the busy holiday season” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) led the introduction of the bipartisan Drive Safer Sunday resolution to encourage Americans nationwide to exercise greater caution in their holiday travels. Nearly 82 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Thanksgiving holiday period, making it the single busiest holiday for travel in the U.S. “Driving with patience and focus is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself and the people you care about,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “We know safer streets require each of us to play our part, so I implore Georgians and all Americans to exercise caution amid the busy holiday season.” “With so many Americans on the road to visit loved ones, the Sunday after Thanksgiving consistently ranks as one of the busiest travel days of the year,” said Senator Capito. “I’m proud to help reintroduce the Drive Safer Sunday resolution, which encourages everyone to exercise greater caution so they can return home safely.” The Drive Safer Sunday resolution encourages all Americans to exercise greater caution in their holiday travels during a period of historically increased traffic incidents and fatalities. This year’s domestic travel forecast includes an additional 1.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=115B5E93-F59E-4624-8AF5-F94F7E703BA1 | Representatives McBath, Craig, Landsman, Horsford, Schrier Introduce Bill to Extend $35 Per Month Insulin Cost Cap | 2025-11-21 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC—During Diabetes Month, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) joined Angie Craig (MN-02), Greg Landsman (OH-01), Steven Horsford (NV-04), and Kim Schrier (WA-08) to introduce the Affordable Insulin Now Act to help Americans with private insurance afford insulin. The bill would extend the $35 insulin cap for seniors on Medicare—also led by McBath—that was passed into law through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). As the Education and Workforce Committee lead of this legislation, McBath continues to stand up for America’s families so they can live full, healthy lives. “No person should be forced to skip or ration medication because they cannot afford it,” said Rep. McBath. “With health care affordability concerns more relevant than ever, we must work with urgency to address some of the most common medical expenses that strain American household budgets. I am grateful to my colleagues for our continued work to drive down the cost of insulin for all who need it.” “For years, pharmaceutical companies have raked in record profits by price gouging consumers – forcing everyday Minnesotans to make the impossible choice between picking up lifesaving prescriptions and putting food on the table,” said Rep. Craig. “We have seen over time that the pressure we’ve put on Big Pharma is working, and this bill is the next step in our fight to make insulin affordable for every American who needs it.” “Insulin is a lifesaving medication, but every day in this country people are forced to make drastic financial decisions just to afford it,” said Rep. Landsman. “Americans deserve affordable healthcare, and we have to finish the job of capping insulin costs, so no one has to struggle to survive.” “High insulin prices can cost someone their life,” said Rep. Horsford. “I’m proud to partner with Representatives Craig, Landsman, McBath, and Schrier to make sure this critical medication is accessible and affordable to all who need it. State lawmakers in Nevada passed a bill ensuring affordable insulin prices earlier this summ… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-kiggans-introduce-bipartisan-stay-act-to-improve-military-family-stability-by-reducing-moves | BISHOP, KIGGANS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN STAY ACT TO IMPROVE MILITARY FAMILY STABILITY BY REDUCING MOVES | 2025-11-20 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | PHOTO: Congressman Bishop welcomes presenters and audience members to the 2025 Military Family Summit hosted by the Congressional Military Family Caucus at the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center in Georgia in August. WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Representatives Jen Kiggans (R-VA) and Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Military Families Caucus, introduced H.R. 6146, the Stabilizing Tours to Advance Readiness (STAY) Act, a bipartisan bill to reduce unnecessary Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves and improve quality of life for military families. Military families move every 2–3 years, often with little predictability. This creates challenges for retention, spouse employment, children’s education, and community stability. These frequent moves also impose substantial costs on the Department of Defense. The STAY Act requires the Department of Defense to conduct a comprehensive review of PCS frequency and Navy sea–shore rotations, and to identify opportunities to extend tour lengths where mission readiness would not be affected. “Our servicemembers put themselves in harm’s way and make huge sacrifices in defense of our country. By instructing the Defense Department to review PCS frequency, not only are we ensuring that we do our best to reduce waste and improve efficiency as well as retention, but also we are creating greater stability for our military families so that they can live, learn, work, and enjoy stronger ties to the communities in which they live,” said Rep. Bishop. “As a Navy veteran, military spouse, and mom of a servicemember, I know how disruptive constant PCS moves can be,” said Rep. Kiggans. “Frequent relocations strain families, impact children’s education, and make it harder for military spouses to build stable careers. The STAY Act takes a data-driven approach to reduce unnecessary moves, strengthen family stability, and help the services retain the talented people they need to win.” About the STAY Act The bill requires the Under Secretary of Defense for Per… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/its-past-time-that-we-had-serious-questions-about-affordability-warnock-highlights-severe-price-increases-awaiting-georgians-in-finance-committee-exchange/ | “It’s Past Time That We Had Serious Questions About Affordability”: Warnock Highlights Severe Price Increases Awaiting Georgians in Finance Committee Exchange | 2025-11-20 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | In Wednesday’s Senate Finance Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock questioned Urban Institute senior fellow Jason Levitis on the impact that expiring Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits will have on Georgians who purchase their care through GeorgiaAccess.gov Georgians who get their health plans on GeorgiaAccess.gov could see health care premiums more than double for 2026 due to cuts allowed in Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill 1.2 million Georgians are at risk of losing coverage due to the Republican legislation Senator Reverend Warnock: “If we fail to act now, America’s two-tier health system will get even worse” Watch Senator Reverend Warnock at Wednesday’s Finance Committee hearing HERE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) highlighted the consequences that the elimination of zero-dollar premiums will have on Georgia and other non-expansion states across the country in an exchange with Urban Institute senior fellow Jason Levitis during a Senate Finance Committee hearing. Thanks to Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill, Georgians’health care premiums have more than doubled for 2026 on average. The increased cost of health care for Georgians who purchase their care through GeorgiaAccess.gov will likely make it more difficult for hundreds of thousands of Georgians across the state to make ends meet. “If we fail to act now, America’s two-tier health system will get even worse,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “In some states, you can work a full-time job—again, for folks who like to talk about the importance of work—I believe in the dignity of work. You can work a full-time job, have full coverage plans with zero monthly premiums. In other states [that haven’t expanded Medicaid], you will be stuck with a $600 bill, or more, making $20,000 a year. All because of where you live. And Congress is about to make it worse.” Due to health care cuts allowed in President Trump and Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill signed into law in July,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-exempt-trafficking-survivors-restitution-from-federal-taxes/ | Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Exempt Trafficking Survivors’ Restitution from Federal Taxes | 2025-11-20 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock is joining a bipartisan group of his Senate Colleagues to introduce the Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act This legislation would prevent the civil damages, restitutions, and other monetary awards of human trafficking victims from being federally taxed In 2021, 60% of Georgia’s human trafficking victims were forced to pay restitution, which is above the national average The Federal Bureau of Investigation has ranked Atlanta as one of the top 14 cities in America for human trafficking Senator Reverend Warnock: “I am proud to join this legislation to ease the lifelong financial burdens that so many of these victims face” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) today introduced the Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act, which would exempt civil damages, restitution, and other monetary awards given to human trafficking survivors from federal income taxes. It would also codify current Internal Revenue Service (IRS) guidance that makes restitution payments made to survivors in criminal cases free from federal income taxes. In addition to Senator Warnock, Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Ron Wyden (D-OR) and James Lankford (R-OK) and U.S. Representatives Jodey Arrington (TX-R-19) and Brad Schneider (IL-D-10) also co-lead the introduction. “Human trafficking is one of the most horrendous and inhumane things we continue to face in modern society,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “I am proud to join this legislation to ease the lifelong financial burdens that so many of these victims face. Although money cannot undo the harms they’ve suffered, it can usher in new opportunities for victims of these heinous crimes.” “Texans who have been exploited, coerced, or forced into involuntary sexual acts or labor should not have to pay taxes on the payments awarded to them after enduring such a horrific crime,” said Senator Cornyn. “Providing these survivors with tax-relief is one small step we can take to alleviate some of the burden on their journey to healing.” … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-lujan-merkley-lead-colleagues-in-demanding-answers-on-unlawful-head-start-funding-delays-worsened-by-shutdown/ | Warnock, Luján, Merkley Lead Colleagues in Demanding Answers on Unlawful Head Start Funding Delays Worsened by Shutdown | 2025-11-20 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Earlier this year, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that the Trump Administration illegally withheld Head Start funds Senators Reverend Warnock and Luján are the only two Head Start alumni to serve in the U.S. Senate Senator Warnock continues to fight for Head Start and other federal education grant programs Warnock, Lawmakers: “We strongly urge HHS to take immediate steps to ensure Head Start funds were delivered promptly and equitably to serve the children and families who depended on them, especially as the government shutdown and limited funding threatened to disrupt services for the 134 grantees whose programs are November 1st grant recipients” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Ben Jay Luján (D-NM), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) led 19 Senate colleagues in a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought demanding answers regarding delays in disbursing Head Start funds, which the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found violated federal law. In the letter, the senators highlight how these delays, worsened by the government shutdown, forced programs to reduce services, temporarily close classrooms, lay off staff, and left thousands of children and families without critical early learning and family support. Further, the senators call for immediate clarification on authorization of the delays, legal rationale, and measures to prevent recurrence, as well as assurances that Head Start programs can continue providing inclusive services for children with disabilities. “When funds are delayed, many Head Start programs must plan for a disruption in services by notifying staff and families of a possible closure. In extreme cases, Head Start programs have had to close due to funding delays and lack of communication by the Administration. These issues were compounded by the government shutdown, which created an additional and immediate crisis for Head Start programs,” … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://davidscott.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401955 | David Scott and Barry Loudermilk Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen SEC Data-Protection Standards | 2025-11-19 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | David Scott | S001157 | davidscott.house.gov | davidscott | https://davidscott.house.gov/news | scraper | Access Bill TEXT WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Congressmen David Scott (GA-13) and Barry Loudermilk (GA-11), both senior members on the House Financial Services Committee (HFSC), filed legislation to strengthen cybersecurity standards and data protection protocols at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The bill would establish clear, uniform policies and procedures governing how the agency requests, handles, stores, and protects sensitive information obtained from investors, advisers, broker-dealers, and other market participants. “The rise in cyber intrusions and data exposure incidents underscore the urgency in which the SEC must adopt strong, transparent, and uniform procedures that meet the moment,” said Congressman David Scott. “For years, market participants and cyber experts have warned Congress that the Commission, like many other financial regulators, does not have the modern, consistent cybersecurity safeguards in place to protect the highly sensitive information it collects. Continuing to rely on outdated data protection frameworks could significantly jeopardize the trust Americans have long placed on the U.S. financial system. The SEC Data Protection Act is an important and constructive step for implementing common sense reforms and guaranteeing regulators have a robust process in place when it comes to determining the necessity of highly sensitive, confidential information. Our proposal does not impede regulators from seeking the information they need, but it does ensure that the SEC meets basic, modern security standards consistent with best practices across the federal government and private sector.” “I am proud to join my colleague, and fellow Georgian, David Scott in re-introducing the SEC Data Protection Act,” said Congressman Barry Loudermilk. “As a former small business owner and Air Force veteran with a background in IT and cybersecurity, I understand how critical it is to have hardened security infrastructure. Sadly, we have seen all too often that the federal government is the weake… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-reintroduces-bills-hold-federal-officials | Congressman Johnson Reintroduces Bills to Hold Federal Officials Accountable | 2025-11-19 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressmen Johnson, Raskin reintroduce Bivens Act That Would Allow Citizens to Recover Damages for Constitutional Violations by Federal Officials Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) Introduces Senate Companion Johnson, Whitehouse reintroduce Constitutional Accountability Act To Hold Police Accountable WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressmen Hank Johnson (GA-04) and Jamie Raskin (MD-08) reintroduced the Bivens Act, legislation that allows citizens to recover damages for constitutional violations committed against them by federal officials, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of Justice (DOJ), and federal prison officials, among others. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (RI) introduced the Senate companion. Congressman Johnson and Senator Whitehouse also reintroduced today the Constitutional Accountability Act, legislation to hold federal law enforcement agencies and police departments accountable for unconstitutional conduct by their officers. "Under this lawless administration, federal officers are using excessive force and violating constitutional rights in our streets with impunity,” said Congressman Johnson, ranking member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet. “If federal officials violate the Constitution, they should be held to the same standard as state and local officials, full stop.” "We are reminded every day that when federal agencies trample constitutional rights, Americans are too often left without any meaningful remedy or path to justice. The Bivens Act is an answer to that crisis. This bill would restore the basic promise that no federal officer is above the Constitution and no person whose rights have been violated is beneath its protection," said Congressman Jamie Raskin, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee. "At a moment when ICE’s constitutional abuses have shaken communities across the country, this … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-defines-americas-spiritual-crisis-at-georgetown-universitys-center-on-faith-and-justice/ | Warnock Defines America’s Spiritual Crisis at Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice | 2025-11-18 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock joined students and faculty of Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice, delivering a speech defining America’s “spiritual crisis” Following his remarks, Senator Warnock took questions from the audience and urged the students not to give in to despair and fight to help fix a broken political system Senator Reverend Warnock: “This is spiritual work. It is about restoring the covenant that we share with one another” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) delivered a speech at Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice, defining what he describes as America’s spiritual crisis. The Senator made the case that decades of economic distress and a broken political system have created a spiritual crisis in our country. He argued that addressing economic needs is “holy work.” “This is spiritual work. It is about restoring the covenant that we share with one another,” said Senator Warnock. During his remarks, Senator Warnock addressed the continuing fight around affordable health care, the recent government funding resolution, the GOP tax bill from earlier in the year, and much more. Senator Warnock likened the economic distress of the past few decades to a “low-grade fever”. Arguing that failure by Washington to address these problems amount to a rupture in the creed that we share. “Decades of this low grade fever left untreated has brought us to where we are today: A nation in crisis, a nation that has become disconnected from the values that make us who we are, a nation where we no longer see our neighbors as crucial to our own success, but as competitors in a competition for scarce resources, these deficits in a wealthy nation…speak to a spiritual deficit that at its core is a lapse in the covenant that we have with one another,” Senator Warnock explained. “You’re not only looking at a United States Senator. You’re not just looking at the pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, but you’re looking at someone whose life is a testament to the tra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-rounds-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-support-military-families-during-required-relocations/ | Warnock, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Military Families During Required Relocations | 2025-11-18 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock is introducing the Assuring Navigation of Compact Help for Ongoing Relocation (ANCHOR) for Military Families Act, bipartisan legislation that would ensure military families receive clear information about relocation resources when they receive orders to relocate These include school enrollment procedures, housing assistance, spouse employment support, and special education services Military families move every two to three years through the Permanent Change of Station (PCS) process; the average military child changes schools six to nine times between kindergarten and high school There are approximately 24,000 servicemembers with children living in Georgia Senator Warnock: “This bipartisan legislation will equip Georgia military families with the information and resources needed to make their required relocations as seamless as possible” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) introduced bipartisan legislation to directly support military families when they are ordered to relocate to a new base. The Assuring Navigation of Compact Help for Ongoing Relocation (ANCHOR) for Military Families Act (or ANCHOR for Military Families Act) would require the Department of Defense (DOD) to give military families clear, timely information about relocation resources when they receive orders to relocate. Similar legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives and is being led by Congresswoman Emily Randall (D-WA-06) and Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01). The legislation is also supported by several organizations, including Blue Star Families, Partners in Promise, Association of Secondary School Principals, and Secure Families Initiatives. “This bipartisan legislation will equip Georgia military families with the information and resources needed to make their required relocations as seamless as possible,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/listen-warnock-discusses-dual-role-of-pastor-in-the-senate-on-nprs-humankind/ | LISTEN: Warnock Discusses Dual Role of Pastor in the Senate On NPR’s Humankind | 2025-11-17 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock sat down with long-time NPR radio host David Freudberg to talk about the current political discourse and rhetoric on NPR’s Humankind podcast During the conversation, Senator Warnock discussed how faith and service are intertwined in his work serving as the first Black Senator from Georgia Senator Reverend Warnock: “Ordinary people can change the world, can be a force in human history” Washington, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) sat down with David Freudberg, host of NPR’s Humankind podcast. During the conversation, the two discussed the role of Senator Warnock’s faith and some of his mentors have played in his work serving as the first Black Senator from Georgia. “Ordinary people can change the world, can be a force in human history, and it is a reminder, when in moments like these, I’m reminded that evil always goes too far, and therefore it contains within itself the seed of its own destruction. We just have to help it, and so I’m going to keep pushing, and I’m going to keep the faith,” said Senator Warnock. The two also talked about the alarming rise in violent political speech and rhetoric. “You know, the wonderful thing about a democracy is that we have noisy arguments, rambunctious arguments, and we have to remind ourselves that the reason we have those noisy arguments is to avoid violence. We shouldn’t have the arguments in order to encourage violence, but we have those arguments instead of war, instead of violence. It’s something that I take very seriously,” the Senator continued. The episode is available to listen to HERE on NPR. See below transcripts of key excerpts from the interview: Senator Warnock on the role faith plays in the political discourse: (DF): “Where does God’s power enter into the picture?” (SRW): “Oh, it’s always in the midst of the struggle. If you want to see God, it’s in the story of Jesus, born in Bethlehem, raised in a forgotten place called Nazareth. It’s always in the faces of the poor and in the faces of ordinary … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-marshall-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-celebrating-first-generation-college-students/ | Warnock, Marshall Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating First-Generation College Students | 2025-11-14 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | November 8, 2025 is now designated as “National First-Generation College Celebration Day” Senators Reverend Warnock and Marshall were both first-generation college students Senator Reverend Warnock: “As the first in my family to graduate from college, I understand the importance of a college degree for students, their family, and oftentimes, their entire community” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) introduced a bipartisan resolution designating November 8, 2025, as “National First-Generation College Celebration Day.” November 8th is the anniversary of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965 becoming law. The HEA made landmark investments in increasing college access for first-generation college students, notably by expanding federal financial aid. “As the first in my family to graduate from college, I understand the importance of a college degree for students, their family, and oftentimes, their entire community. It is a major accomplishment that deserves recognition,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “That is why I am so proud to lead this bipartisan resolution that celebrates first-generation college graduates on November 8th.” “Being a first-generation college student taught me that America offers incredible opportunities, but it takes grit and determination to seize them,” said Senator Marshall. “National First-Generation College Celebration Day allows us to celebrate the first-generation students who are blazing new trails, embracing big dreams, and proving what’s possible. Their journeys remind us why expanding access, support, and pathways to education remains so important. It’s great to be partnering with Senator Warnock on this resolution.” The resolution recognizes the important role that first-generation college students play in helping develop the nation’s future workforces. The resolution also celebrates the Higher Education Act of 1965 and the programs that have helped underrepresented students access higher education. Senato… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-opposes-bill-that-again-fails-to-address-healthcare-crisis-and-falls-short-of-the-american-people-s-needs | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP OPPOSES BILL THAT AGAIN FAILS TO ADDRESS HEALTHCARE CRISIS AND FALLS SHORT OF THE AMERICAN PEOPLE’S NEEDS | 2025-11-13 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, opposed the passage of H.R. 5371, a partial, temporary funding bill. During debate on the bill, Congressman Bishop noted the bill left behind millions of Americans facing the imminent, drastic increase in their health insurance premium costs as well as the ongoing attacks by the administration against nutrition programs that benefit farmers and families. “While this bill included some bipartisan work to provide investments in agriculture and rural America, the rest of the bill does more to harm Americans than to help them. As such, I had to oppose this bill,” said Congressman Bishop. “This summer, the big ugly bill made drastic cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and SNAP. While it made tax breaks for billionaires permanent, it let ACA tax credits that millions of hardworking Americans rely on to get affordable healthcare expire. Now, millions of Americans have seen their premiums skyrocket and, for over a month, Congressional Republican leaders refused to negotiate with Democrats to avoid this fiscal cliff and lead us out of this shutdown. “I have heard, first-hand, from so many Georgians in the Second Congressional District that this is a matter of life and death,” noted Congressman Bishop. “Families should not have to choose between putting food on the table or going broke because of medical bills. We cannot afford to have hospitals and nursing homes cut services or close outright.” Congressman Bishop concluded, “Since January, this Administration has used DOGE and executive orders to illegally deconstruct programs, eliminate federal workers, and withhold funds required by law. Even when challenged by the courts, the Administration has either refused to comply or dragged its feet in doing so. During the shutdown, this continued when the White House refused to distribute emergency SNAP funds that were available and required to be used, by law and court order. Even though today’s bill passed… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-secures-federal-investments-for-georgia-communities-in-government-funding-legislation/ | Warnock Secures Federal Investments for Georgia Communities in Government Funding Legislation | 2025-11-10 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock secured $396 million in federal funding for projects in communities across Georgia The Senator voted to support the agriculture, rural development, and military construction bills on August 1, 2025 The funding includes $855,000 for the food bank Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia to build a kitchen to prepare meals for low-income children and seniors Senator Warnock also secured over $1 million for Baxley and Appling County Hospital to upgrade the hospital’s HVAC system to ensure a safe, healthy, and energy-efficient environment for patients and employees Over $380 million of the funding will go towards infrastructure upgrades at military installations across Georgia, including $127 million to construct a new elementary school at Fort Benning in Columbus Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) secured approximately $396 million in federal funding for community improvement projects and infrastructure upgrades at military installations across Georgia in recently passed government funding legislation. The funding was secured in the agriculture and rural development and military construction bills, two of the twelve annual appropriations bills that fund the federal government. The Senator voted to pass this legislation on August 1, 2025. Over $380 million of the funding will go towards infrastructure upgrades at military installations across Georgia. Over $12 million will support projects in South Georgia, investing in public safety, food access for low-income Georgians, rural hospital infrastructure, and more. The funding for South Georgia includes $855,000 for the food bank Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia to build a kitchen to prepare meals for low-income children and seniors. Senator Warnock also secured over $1 million for Baxley and Appling County Hospital to upgrade the hospital’s HVAC system to ensure a safe, healthy, and energy-efficient environment for patients and employees. As a champion for Georgia’s servicemembers and military communities, Senator … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-funding-bill-no-vote/ | Warnock Statement on Funding Bill “No” Vote | 2025-11-10 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement after he voted “NO” on government funding legislation that did not provide relief to the 1.2 million Georgians who risk seeing their health care premiums double next year. I voted “NO” on tonight’s proposal because it doesn’t provide relief to the 1.2 million Georgians who are about to see their health care premiums double and more. People cannot afford that. At the same time, I understand the overwhelming pain that has been inflicted on people in my state by President Trump and Republicans, from needlessly firing federal workers, including 600 CDC workers last month in Georgia, to forcing some of our most vulnerable families and children to go hungry by eliminating SNAP benefits. Choosing between making health care affordable and stopping the endless chaos and damage of this President, including starving hungry children and seniors, should never be a decision we have to make in the United States. But this is Donald Trump’s terrifying vision of America. That’s why we must continue the fight for health care, no matter the outcome of this vote, and we must hold the President accountable. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/its-not-about-them-and-its-not-about-me-its-about-the-people-we-represent-warnock-urges-colleagues-to-come-together-to-end-shutdown/ | “It’s Not About Them, and It’s Not About Me, It’s About the People We Represent:” Warnock Urges Colleagues to Come Together to End Shutdown | 2025-11-07 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | ***WATCH HERE*** Washington, D.C. – Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) urged his Senate colleagues to come together and work towards an agreement to re-open the government and restore expiring health care premium tax credits on behalf of the 22 million Americans at risk of losing coverage under Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill. The compromise proposal would add a clean, one-year extension of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credit and reopen the government. This proposal ensures working families who get their coverage through the ACA marketplace would see minimal disruption to the cost of their monthly premiums in 2026. “We come to our sisters and our brothers on the other side and we extend the hand of compromise,” said Senator Warnock. “Because it hasn’t taken me long to learn that really that’s the only way you get anything done in this body. I work all the time with colleagues with whom I disagree about 90% of the time. Because it’s not about them, and it’s not about me, it’s about the people we represent.” “In the words of Scripture, ‘let us reason together’,” continued Senator Warnock. “Let us have a conversation. Let’s re-open the government. Let’s extend health care to folks who – in real time – are opening up the portal, and they have sticker shock. And then let’s sit down and figure it out, because if we’re honest, the status quo is not working very well for anybody. Anybody who’s just trying to defend the status quo has not been talking to ordinary people. There are a lot of things that need to be fixed, and we can do that, but we got to re-open the government and give the people a little bit of hope.” Read the full transcript of Senator Reverend Warnock’s remarks below and watch HERE. “I believe in health care. Your health, my mother told me a long time ago, is everything. So, take care of your health. It is vital. It is essential. And I believe that health care is a human right, and it is certainly something that the wealthiest nation on the pla… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-supports-bipartisan-legislation-to-pay-air-traffic-controllers-tsa-agents-during-government-shutdown/ | Warnock Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Pay Air Traffic Controllers, TSA Agents During Government Shutdown | 2025-11-06 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock is supporting the bipartisan Keep America Flying Act to ensure essential air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers receive both back pay and ongoing pay during the shutdown Georgia is home to the world’s busiest airport and approximately 800 air traffic controllers and over 1,700 TSA agents who help ensure the safety of over 55 million air travelers each year With holiday travel approaching, Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers get the pay they are owed Senator Warnock: “Georgia’s aviation workers keep our skies safe and communities connected. With the busy holiday travel season approaching, I am committed to ensuring these workers get the pay they are owed and ensuring Georgians can travel with peace of mind” Washington, D.C. – Today, ahead of the holiday travel season, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) cosponsored bipartisan legislation to pay air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers during the federal government shutdown. Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers get the pay they are owed. “Georgia’s aviation workers keep our skies safe and communities connected. With the busy holiday travel season approaching, I am committed to ensuring these workers get the pay they are owed and ensuring Georgians can travel with peace of mind. The American people and our federal workers must not be held hostage by Washington politicians’ games,” said Senator Warnock. With approximately 14,000 air traffic controllers and 61,000 Transportation Security Administration employees nationwide being forced to work without pay, the Keep America Flying Act is designed to avoid shutdown-related flight disruptions. This bipartisan bill is supported by the National Association of Air Traffic Controllers. Senator Warnock previously broke with his own party and voted for the Shutdown Fairness Act, which would have provided funding to pay excepted federal employees and certain contractors during the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-highlights-false-choice-between-health-care-and-food-access-during-government-shutdown/ | ICYMI: Warnock Highlights False Choice Between Health Care and Food Access During Government Shutdown | 2025-11-04 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock visited Goodr Grocery in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the harm of the Trump Administration’s attempt to block SNAP benefits for 1.4 million Georgians The Trump Administration attempted to cut off food access for working families to gain political leverage in shutdown negotiations The visit follows recent federal court rulings demanding the administration use available funding to continue food aid for 42 million Americans during the shutdown Atlanta, GA –– U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) recently visited Goodr Community Market in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the consequences of the Trump Administration’s attempt to cut off SNAP access in order to gain leverage in shutdown negotiations. Senator Warnock met with owner Jasmine Crowe-Houston to discuss the impacts that the confusion over SNAP funding during the shutdown is having on her small business and on members of the community relying on this critical aid. Media coverage of Senator Warnock’s visit to Goodr can be found below: Fox 5: Warnock criticizes Trump administration over SNAP funding pause During a visit to a community market in Atlanta’s Edgewood neighborhood Monday, Warnock said the delay in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments, known as SNAP, is hurting families who depend on the aid. “SNAP recipients were not in this fight,” Warnock told reporters. “They were dragged in this fight by this administration. I want you to think about this. They are literally pitting sick people against hungry people.” Warnock said Georgians trying to renew their health insurance during the shutdown are finding their costs sharply higher. “What’s at stake right now is that we have some 1.2 million Georgians who, are opening up the portal and they’re seeing that their health care costs have doubled,” he said. “And for some, it is triple and quadruple. That’s what this fight was about, and that’s what it is about.” AP: Trump administration says SNAP will be partially funded after judges’… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-highlights-false-choice-between-health-care-and-food-access-during-government-shutdown/ | Warnock Highlights False Choice Between Health Care and Food Access During Government Shutdown | 2025-11-04 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock visited Goodr Grocery in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the harm of the Trump Administration’s attempt to block SNAP benefits for 1.4 million Georgians The Trump Administration attempted to cut off food access for working families to gain political leverage in shutdown negotiations The visit follows recent federal court rulings demanding the administration use available funding to continue food aid for 42 million Americans during the shutdown Senator Warnock: “I’ll tell you who was not in this [shutdown] fight. SNAP recipients… They were dragged into this fight by the administration, and so I want you to think about this. They are literally pitting sick people against hungry people… And so, as a voice for Georgia, I’m going to continue to fight for health care because it’s a matter of life and death, and I’m going to keep fighting for these SNAP recipients, because food is a matter of life and death” Above: Senator Warnock meets with Goodr founder and owner Jasmine Crowe-Houston Atlanta, GA – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) visited Goodr Community Market in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood to highlight the consequences of the Trump Administration’s attempt to cut off SNAP access in order to gain leverage in shutdown negotiations. Senator Warnock met with owner Jasmine Crowe-Houston to discuss the impacts that the confusion over SNAP funding during the shutdown is having on her small business and on members of the community relying on this critical aid. “As I stand here, this reminds me of the human costs of the public policy we make so often in Washington, D.C. People have made the politics about the politicians, and in no place do you see that clearer than when you have something like a government shutdown. Too often, the media wants to know who’s winning, Democrats or Republicans, who’s up and who’s down. I can tell you that the people who live in this neighborhood, who sit in the pews of my church, aren’t thinking about the politicians. They’re thinki… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=44E87D60-2E09-4F7B-AF90-E69C23CB25F7 | McBath Honors 40 Vietnam Veterans During 50th Commemoration Pinning Ceremony | 2025-11-03 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA — This Saturday, November 1st, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) honored 40 veterans of the Vietnam War, including the family members of three deceased Vietnam veterans. Saturday’s ceremony marked McBath’s eighth Pinning Ceremony since taking office in 2019. In total, her office has recognized 172 veterans who served during the Vietnam War era. “Through the years, I am so proud to have recognized so many Vietnam era veterans for their service to America, McBath said. “This weekend’s ceremony was a necessary step for each veteran and their family towards a proper, public recognition of gratitude on behalf of the United States. I am humbled by the opportunity to be a voice for veterans in Congress, and grateful for the chance to have honored so many veterans at these ceremonies. Established in 2008, the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration honors veterans of the Vietnam War for their heroic service and pays tribute to their selfless contributions. Veterans recognized during the ceremony served during the Vietnam War era in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. Each veteran was recognized with a commemorative lapel pin and a certificate of recognition. The official commemoration period for the 50th Commemoration of the Vietnam War will conclude at the end of this year. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-urges-administration-to-follow-the-law-respect-court-rulings-to-release-snap-funds-immediately | BISHOP URGES ADMINISTRATION TO FOLLOW THE LAW, RESPECT COURT RULINGS TO RELEASE SNAP FUNDS IMMEDIATELY | 2025-10-31 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | COLUMBUS, Ga. – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), the Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, responded to rulings by federal judges in Rhode Island and Massachusetts that require the Trump Administration to use existing contingency funds to support the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beyond November 1. “Once again, federal courts have ruled actions by this Administration unlawful. Two federal judges have now ruled that the Administration has a mandate – by law – to use the $5 billion in dedicated SNAP contingency funds, and that it also has the authority to transfer more funds to SNAP to ensure full benefits can be paid in November. The administration must take this action now to help prevent over a million Georgians and millions more people across this country from going hungry,” noted Congressman Bishop. “Last week, my colleagues and I sent a letter to USDA urging them to use these contingency funds and their full legal authority to provide SNAP benefits. Not only did our request go unanswered, but the Administration has falsely claimed, repeatedly, that it could not do so and passed the buck and blame,” added Congressman Bishop. “Today’s rulings show once again that the Administration is not being honest with the American people, and now Americans risk going hungry because of it.” You can read the October 24 letter from Congressman Bishop and House Democrats sent to the USDA, on the U.S. House Agriculture Committee Democrats’ website. Earlier today, Congressman Bishop was in Midland, Georgia, visiting Feeding the Valley and meeting with community organizations to talk about the importance of SNAP to Georgia’s families and farmers. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-celebrates-life-longtime-friend-district-director | Congressman Johnson Celebrates Life of Longtime Friend, District Director | 2025-10-31 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Picture above: Kathy Register, right, speaks with Congressman Johnson’s Outreach Director Eric Hubbard at a recent town hall meeting in May 2025 in Georgia’s Fourth District. DECATUR, GA – This week, Congressman Johnson sadly announced the sudden, unexpected but peaceful passing away of Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson’s lifelong best friend and his own close friend and District Director Kathy (Gayle) Holt Register. Kathy Register, 70, served as District Director from the day Congressman Johnson was first sworn in to Congress on January 3, 2007. Kathy oversaw an award-winning constituent services operation that has been largely responsible for Rep. Johnson’s reelection to Congress. “When I first took office in 2007, I promised Georgians that I would take care of home first,” said Congressman Johnson. “Kathy Register made sure that that promise was kept. Under Kathy’s leadership, my district staff has helped tens of thousands of constituents solve seemingly intractable problems. She ran the office with professionalism and an eye for service. That is what she did every day for more than almost 19 years. She will be missed as our leader but also as a dear and close friend.” ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-cosponsors-bipartisan-legislation-to-pay-aviation-workers-during-government-shutdown/ | ICYMI: Warnock Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Pay Aviation Workers During Government Shutdown | 2025-10-31 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock co-sponsored the bipartisan Keep America Flying Act to ensure essential air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers receive both back pay and ongoing pay during the 2025 government shutdown Georgia is home to the world’s busiest airport and approximately 800 air traffic controllers and over 1,700 TSA agents who help ensure the safety of over 55 million air travelers each year With holiday travel approaching, Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers get the pay they are owed Recently, Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a 10% flight reduction at 40 high-traffic airports across the country, including Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport ICYMI from Fox 5 Atlanta: Sen. Warnock: ‘Georgians can travel with peace of mind’ Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) cosponsored the bipartisan Keep America Flying Act to pay air traffic control, FAA, and TSA workers during the federal government shutdown. Senator Warnock is committed to ensuring Georgians can travel safely and federal workers can get the pay they are owed. “Georgia’s aviation workers keep our skies safe and communities connected. With the busy holiday travel season approaching, I am committed to ensuring these workers get the pay they are owed and ensuring Georgians can travel with peace of mind. The American people and our federal workers must not be held hostage by Washington politicians’ games,” said Senator Warnock. With approximately 14,000 air traffic controllers and 61,000 Transportation Security Administration employees nationwide being forced to work without pay, the Keep America Flying Act is designed to avoid shutdown-related flight disruptions. This bipartisan bill is supported by the National Association of Air Traffic Controllers. Senator Warnock previously broke with his own party and voted for the Shutdown Fairness Act, which would have provided funding to pay excepted federal employees and certain co… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warnock-confronts-usda-ig-nominee-on-past-record/ | ICYMI: Warnock confronts USDA IG nominee on past record | 2025-10-30 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Video of the exchange reached over 400,000 views across social media platforms overnight In the exchange, Senator Reverend Warnock grills Trump nom on his characterization that now eliminated federal food bank funding was a “slush fund” Senator Reverend Warnock: “Mr. Walk, do you still stand by your categorization of the emergency food assistance program as a quote slush fund… Food banks in Georgia disagree with that characterization, I’ll tell you that. And they tell me that canceling this federal support has made it harder to feed hungry Georgians, and has meant that more families and children in Georgia go hungry” ICYMI from Agriculture Policy outlet The Hagstrom Report: Warnock confronts USDA IG nominee on past record Washington, D.C. – ICYMI, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) grilled U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Inspector General nominee John Walk about his May 2025 letter to Senator Warnock, which he called now eliminated federal food bank funding a “slush fund.” Mr. Walk said he had no recollection of referring to this life-saving funding as a “slush fund.” The video clip of the exchange has gone viral across social media platforms. Prior to this nomination, Mr. Walk served as Acting Deputy Under Secretary for the Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services when the Administration made the decision to cut $500 million from food banks. That included 2 million gallons of milk, 27 million pounds of chicken, 67 million eggs, and 10 million pounds of dried fruit that was set to go to millions of American children and families. Mr. Walk said he was not involved in the elimination of $500 million in food bank funding, but inexplicably was one of the leading voices at USDA defending the decision to members of Congress. “Mr. Walk, do you still stand by your categorization of the emergency food assistance program as a quote slush fund?” Senator Reverend Warnock asked Mr. Walk. “You’re not aware of your own letter? That’s a pretty serious accusation that funds intended to go to food banks to suppo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-demands-answers-from-trump-administration-on-hyundai-plant-immigration-raid/ | Warnock Demands Answers from Trump Administration on Hyundai Plant Immigration Raid | 2025-10-30 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock demanded answers from the Trump Administration regarding the recent immigration raid at the HL-GA battery plant construction site in South Georgia This latest oversight effort builds on his recent efforts to fight for the fair treatment of detainees and oppose unnecessarily aggressive immigration enforcement tactics Senator Warnock: “The federal government has a duty to enforce its existing immigration laws, but we must do so in a manner that prioritizes public safety, protects civil rights, comports with due process, supports our economy, and strengthens our strategic relationships with key international allies” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) demanded answers from the Trump Administration on the September immigration raid at the HL-GA battery plant construction site in South Georgia. In an oversight letter to top Trump Administration officials, Senator Warnock expressed his concerns regarding harsh tactics in immigration raids and subsequent damaging impacts on economic investments in Georgia. “This raid’s nearly 500 arrests have seemingly not resulted in any significant criminal or civil enforcement actions. Meanwhile, its handling raises serious questions regarding this Administration’s enforcement priorities—particularly its stated commitment to combating violent crime, respect for civil rights and due process, and support for economic growth in Georgia and international trade with our allies,” Senator Warnock said in his oversight letter. “The federal government has a duty to enforce its existing immigration laws, but we must do so in a manner that prioritizes public safety, protects civil rights, comports with due process, supports our economy, and strengthens our strategic relationships with key international allies,” Senator Warnock continued. The letter closes with a series of questions for the Trump Administration, seeking clarity on the circumstances of the investigation into HL-GA, the motivations for the raid, the operational log… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-grills-trump-nom-who-called-food-bank-funding-a-slush-fund/ | Warnock Grills Trump Nom Who Called Food Bank Funding a “Slush Fund” | 2025-10-30 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Today, Senator Reverend Warnock grilled Trump Administration nominee about his involvement in the Trump Administration’s decision to cancel $500 million of funding for food banks in March 2025 Trump Administration nominee did not recall referring to that now-eliminated funding as a “slush fund” The Atlanta Community Food Bank, who was directly impacted by the $500 million cut, told Axios the organization is now helping 70% more people than it was three years ago due to the rising cost of living WATCH THE FULL EXCHANGE Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) grilled U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Inspector General nominee John Walk about his May 2025 letter to Senator Warnock, which he called now-eliminated federal food bank funding a “slush fund.” Mr. Walk said he had no recollection of referring to this life-saving funding as a “slush fund.” Prior to this nomination, Mr. Walk served as Acting Deputy Under Secretary for the Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services when the Administration made the decision to cut $500 million from food banks. That included 2 million gallons of milk, 27 million pounds of chicken, 67 million eggs, and 10 million pounds of dried fruit that was set to go to millions of American children and families. Mr. Walk said he was not involved in the elimination of $500 million in food bank funding, but inexplicably was one of the leading voices at USDA defending the decision to members of Congress. “Mr. Walk, do you still stand by your categorization of the emergency food assistance program as a quote slush fund?” Senator Reverend Warnock asked Mr. Walk.“You’re not aware of your own letter? That’s a pretty serious accusation that funds intended to go to food banks to support hungry people is a slush fund. Food banks in Georgia disagree with that characterization, I’ll tell you that. And they tell me that canceling this federal support has made it harder to feed hungry Georgians, and has meant that more families and children in Georgia go hungry.” The S… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymiwarnock-votes-to-pay-federal-workers-amid-shutdown/ | ICYMI: Warnock Votes to Pay Federal Workers Amid Shutdown | 2025-10-27 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock voted “Yes” for the Shutdown Fairness Act. The legislation would have paid federal workers during the shutdown, including TSA Agents, federal law enforcement, and the military The legislation failed by a 54-45 vote Senator Warnock: “Washington Republicans have created a false choice between reopening the government and preventing premiums from doubling on average for 1.2 million Georgians. It’s not complicated, Congress can and must reopen the government, get paychecks out to all federal workers, and fund health care” Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) voted “Yes” on the Shutdown Fairness Act, legislation that would have provided permanent funding to federal agencies to pay the salaries and benefits of employees and contractors who are required to work during a government shutdown. Senator Warnock has also voted seven times on legislation to reopen the government and extend premium tax credits that would keep premiums from doubling on average for 1.2 million Georgians. Select coverage of Senator Warnock’s vote to support federal workers can be found below: CNN: Sen. Warnock says he supported GOP bill to pay some federal workers because they shouldn’t be “punished” Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock explained today that his vote in favor of Republicans’ bill to continue paychecks for some federal employees working through the shutdown was because he didn’t want to see workers punished. “I think that the Republicans are tragically holding the American people who need health care hostage. They’re holding federal workers hostage, and just because they’ve decided to shut down the government doesn’t mean that these workers ought to be punished,” the Georgia Democrat said. “And so some of these folks that they’re holding hostage had a path to get some relief, I’m happy to offer that to them. Meanwhile, I’m fighting for health care.” Warnock was one of three Democrats who voted in favor of GOP Senator Ron Johnson’s bill, which would not cover furlough… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-closure-of-gm-ga-innovation-center/ | Warnock Statement on Closure of GM GA Innovation Center | 2025-10-27 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | According to General Motors (GM), the Roswell-based Innovation Center will close in December Reporting indicates the closure is due to increased tariffs and the Trump Administration’s walk back of electric vehicle (EV) tax credits, which is slowing EV sales The center employs approximately 900 Georgians ICYMI from the NYT: Slowing Electric Vehicle Sales Will Cost GM $1.6 Billion Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement after General Motors announced it would close its Roswell-based Innovation Center. According to GM, the Innovation Center serves as a hub for software development, IT operations, and connected vehicle technologies. “Reckless Washington policies are hurting our state’s economy. The Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill and the President’s reckless tariffs are directly to blame for the termination of hundreds of Georgia jobs at the GM Innovation Center. Folks in Washington are working for billionaires and special interests, not hard-working Georgians. I will always fight to protect pro-business tax credits and smart tariff policies.” In his first term, Senator Warnock helped pass historic policies that spurred a new age of domestic manufacturing and increased demand for high-tech electric vehicles, including creating a $7,500 tax credit for American-made EVs and growing the nation’s charging network. President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, supported unanimously by Georgia’s Governor and Republican Congressional delegation, rolled back key industry-boosting tax credits and policies, while the President illegally withheld money for states to grow their EV charging networks. These reckless policies not only harmed GM, but also Georgia-employer Hyundai, whose South Georgia Mega-site will manufacture EVs. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-highlights-health-care-increases-impact-on-georgia-small-businesses-in-aging-committee-exchange/ | Warnock Highlights Health Care Increases, Impact on Georgia Small Businesses in Aging Committee Exchange | 2025-10-24 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | In Wednesday’s Senate Aging Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock questioned businessman Mark Cuban on the impact higher premium costs will have on small businesses across the country Georgians who get their health plans on GeorgiaAccess.gov could see health care premiums more than double for 2026 due to cuts allowed in Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Senator Warnock has made protecting health care for the 1.2 million Georgians at risk of losing coverage because of the OBBB his highest priority during budget negotiations to reopen the government In Georgia, over 99% – or 1.4 million businesses – are considered “small” Senator Reverend Warnock: “This gut punch for small businesses impacts the overall economy because small businesses are such a big part of our economy” Watch Senator Reverend Warnock at Wednesday’s Aging Committee hearing HERE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) questioned businessman Mark Cuban during a Senate Aging Committee hearing on the impact higher premium costs will have on small businesses across the country. Thanks to Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill, Georgians’health care premiums have more than doubled for 2026. These increases could devastate Georgia’s small business community, forcing business owners to spend more on their health costs, leaving less capital for investment and growth. “This [left] is the cost of the premium for a senior in 2025,” said Senator Warnock gesturing toward the poster behind him. “This person is 62 years old, a small business owner in Georgia, taking home just $65,000 in 2025. The other side [right] shows the cheapest option for that same Georgian. So, $228.17 a month. Now with the expiration of these tax premiums, $1,142.71. That’s quite a jump. How would this monthly jump affect that Georgian’s ability to grow her small business or even just make ends meet?” Due to health care cuts allowed in President Trump and Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Billsigned into law in July, ACA he… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-blasts-trump-administrations-decision-to-withhold-food-assistance-for-vulnerable-kids-families/ | Warnock Blasts Trump Administration’s Decision to Withhold Food Assistance for Vulnerable Kids, Families | 2025-10-23 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | In an interview with MSNBC’s Chris Hayes, Senator Reverend Warnock called out the Trump Administration for using people as pawns following its choice to cut off food assistance amid the government shutdown despite having available resources In a new oversight effort, Senator Warnock urged the USDA to release the billions of dollars at its disposal to ensure Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits continue in November Senator Warnock on MSNBC: “This is a choice Trump’s USDA is making. There’s no reason why those benefits could not be available to folks come November. But we are in a moment where we have craven politicians who are literally using people as pawns” Watch a clip of Senator Warnock on MSNBC HERE Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) is calling out the Trump Administration’s decision to use people as pawns amid the government shutdown by cutting off funding for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that support vulnerable Georgians despite the federal government having available resources to keep the benefits going into November. “Let us be clear: this is a choice Trump’s USDA is making. There’s no reason why those benefits could not be available to folks come November. But we are in a moment where we have craven politicians who are literally using people as pawns. I was a free lunch kid. That’s how I got through school. I know what it’s like to need those benefits,” said Senator Warnock. “But here’s the thing, the folks, particularly in rural Georgia and rural parts of our country who benefit from the SNAP benefits, whether we’re talking about the beneficiaries themselves or the ways in which that is connected to the economy, those are the same folks who are also being robbed of their health care as they see those premiums double, triple, quadruple. Those are often the same people.” Senator Warnock concluded by urging Washington Republicans to stop playing games with people’s lives and instead focus on the work of reopening the gover… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-yes-vote-to-pay-essential-federal-workers-during-shutdown/ | Warnock Statement on “Yes” Vote to Pay Essential Federal Workers During Shutdown | 2025-10-23 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Today, Senator Warnock voted “Yes” on the Shutdown Fairness Act, legislation to pay essential federal workers, including TSA Agents, federal law enforcement, and the military Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released the following statement on his “Yes” vote for the Shutdown Fairness Act. The legislation provides permanent funding to federal agencies to pay the salaries and benefits of employees and contractors who are required to work during a government shutdown. “Essential workers shouldn’t be punished because Washington Republicans chose to shut down the government. This vote reflects my commitment to the people who work hard every day to keep us safe and keep our country moving. It’s critical these hardworking public servants get the pay they are owed but let us be clear: Washington Republicans have created a false choice between reopening the government and preventing premiums from doubling on average for 1.2 million Georgians. It’s not complicated, Congress can and must reopen the government, get paychecks out to all federal workers, and fund health care.” Senator Warnock has voted seven times on legislation to reopen the government and extend premium tax credits that would keep premiums from doubling on average for 1.2 million Georgians. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=3F7617E1-BEB4-4D2B-8ABF-3E98EDCC6A5E | McBath, Georgia's Congressional Democratic Delegation Demand Answers on Latest Round of Chaotic CDC Firings | 2025-10-21 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA — Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Georgia's Democratic Congressional Delegation are demanding answers on the latest CDC firings, calling on U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to answer for the chaos and disruption at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that has marked his tenure, including the recent firings—and re-hirings—of CDC employees. Earlier this month, 1,760 HHS employees, including 1,300 CDC scientists, doctors, and health officials, received “reduction in force” notices. It was then reported that nearly half of the employees fired last weekend were terminated “by mistake” and CDC moved to rehire them. This comes after 400 CDC employees responsible for tracking and preventing infectious disease were rehired after their termination in another round of mass firings in June. “The CDC is now in disarray and its workforce deeply demoralized. That means the United States and the American people are less safe from deadly disease.” Rep. McBath and the group wrote to Secretary Kennedy. “Your reckless demolition of an essential public health agency appears motivated to significant extent by personal animus and a failure to grasp basic facts about its work. That is unacceptable for the Secretary of Health and Human Services.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-advances-bipartisan-bill-to-establish-national-scenic-trail-connecting-southern-states/ | Warnock Advances Bipartisan Bill to Establish National Scenic Trail Connecting Southern States | 2025-10-21 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | The bipartisan Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025 would authorize review of the regionally renowned trail to be designated a National Scenic Trail The legislation is first step toward granting federal designation of nearly 300-mile-long walking path along the Appalachian Mountains that connects Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina The legislation passed out of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry unanimously Senator Reverend Warnock: “By preserving the natural beauty of our landscapes, we invest in the endurance of our environment to pass along a world for future generations to enjoy. I am proud to work with Senator Tillis on this bipartisan legislation” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) advanced the bipartisan Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025, a key step towards designating the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail (NST) within the National Trails System. The Benton MacKaye Trail is a nearly 300-mile-long route that begins at Springer Mountain, Georgia, and spans over 80 miles in the state and an additional 200 miles in Tennessee and North Carolina. The trail has been protected and maintained by the volunteer organization the Benton MacKaye Trail Association since 1980. The legislation would authorize a mandatory study of the trail as a first step towards receiving an NST designation. Upon completion of the feasibility study, Congress may then add the trail to the National Trails System, ultimately establishing a new, federally protected footpath that will improve mobility for Americans traveling in and between Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. The legislation is led by Senators Warnock and Thom Tillis (R-NC). It is cosponsored by Senators Jon Ossoff (D-GA) and Ted Budd (R-NC). “This bipartisan legislation is a key step towards strengthening Georgia’s forests and green spaces, creating a bridge to connect communities, and investing in our rural economies,” said Senat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-advances-bipartisan-priorities-through-key-committee-markup-2/ | Warnock Advances Bipartisan Priorities Through Key Committee Markup | 2025-10-21 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | In Tuesday’s Senate Agriculture Committee hearing, Senator Reverend Warnock advanced bipartisan priorities aimed at bolstering Georgia’s forests The legislative priorities help strengthen Georgia’s nation-leading forestry industry by providing state forestry agencies an active role in national wildfire preparedness and authorizing a study on the designation of the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail Georgia is the nation’s #1 forestry state Senator Warnock: “I’m proud to advance these bipartisan priorities to help ensure Georgia’s forest landowners are better protected from natural disasters, and so the people of Georgia can continue to enjoy our forests and green spaces for generations to come” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) successfully advanced bipartisan priorities aimed at bolstering Georgia’s forests. Senator Warnock offered an amendment during the committee markup to the Fix Our Forests Act (FOFA)that would provide state forestry agencies’ a more active role in the federal government’s effort to shore up wildfire preparedness. Senator Warnock also advanced his Benton MacKaye Trail Feasibility Study Act, a bill that would authorize a feasibility study on the designation of the Benton MacKaye Trail as a National Scenic Trail (NST) within the National Trails System. More information HERE. During the markup, Senator Warnock highlighted his Disaster Reforestation Act, a bill that would amend the tax code to allow forest landowners to deduct the value of their timber prior to the loss caused by a natural disaster. Currently, forest landowners receive no guaranteed federal funding from disaster relief. The fix would provide permanent assurances and help landowners recover when their timber crops are destroyed by a natural disaster. The legislation was considered, but not voted on, during the markup. “Georgia’s forests are vital to our state’s economy,” said Senator Warnock. “I’m proud to advance these bipartisan priorities to help ensure Georgia’s forest l… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-new-findings-that-ga-to-lose-33600-jobs-if-health-insurance-tax-credits-expire/ | Warnock Statement on New Findings that GA to Lose 33,600 Jobs if Health Insurance Tax Credits Expire | 2025-10-21 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock refuses to support a government funding bill that does not prevent health insurance premiums from spiking for 1.2 million Georgians Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a statement following new reporting from George Washington University finding that Georgia will lose 33,600 jobs in the next year if Congress does not extend health care premium tax credits for Georgians who get their insurance on the Affordable Care Act marketplace, also known as Georgia Access. KFF found that, on average, Americans who rely on the marketplace for their health care will see their premiums double next year. “Funding health care is not just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do. Georgia stands to lose 33,600 jobs in the next 12 months alone if Congress does not get back to work to extend these tax credits. Let’s set partisan politics aside and prevent premiums from soaring for 1.2 million Georgians. ” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-calls-for-funding-bill-that-restores-affordable-healthcare-that-was-taken-from-the-american-people | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP CALLS FOR FUNDING BILL THAT RESTORES AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE THAT WAS TAKEN FROM THE AMERICAN PEOPLE | 2025-10-20 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | COLUMBUS, Ga. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), a senior member of the United States House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement regarding the ongoing effort to fund the federal government: “I remain committed to working with my colleagues, on both sides of the aisle, to get the government open and working for the people. Unfortunately, since January 20, we have witnessed a relentless effort to dismantle the federal government and eliminate its ability to serve the American people. “This past March, Congress passed – and the President signed – an inadequate, interim federal spending bill. Despite that, the Administration continued to illegally withhold funds and services dictated by that very law. Without Congressional approval and regardless of court rulings against them, they have used DOGE and the Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Voght – the architect of Project 2025 – to gut federal departments and agencies, including those responsible for veteran care, air travel safety, food safety, and even nuclear safety. “As part of the Big Ugly Bill in July, this Administration pushed Congressional Republicans to take healthcare away from tens of millions of Americans by cutting Medicaid, Medicare, and tax credits for Affordable Care Act premiums. In the coming days, Americans will see their healthcare premiums skyrocket. And we are already seeing hospitals, healthcare centers, and nursing homes either cutting back services or closing outright because of this. All of that was to pay for permanent tax breaks for billionaires at the cost of permanently cutting healthcare used by most Americans. “It is hypocritical for Republican leaders to say that they want the government to be open when they have been systematically dismantling it since January. It is unreasonable for Republican leaders to expect Democrats to agree to any funding bill without guarantees that they will stick to the deal when they have repeatedly caved to the President on illegally withholding funds or grant… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=EFA0256A-408F-4B2B-B13E-8C900EE8427A | Rep. McBath Leads House Democrats in Condemning Trump Administration’s Latest Attacks on Special Education | 2025-10-20 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA – Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06), alongside Representatives Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) and Lateefah Simon (CA-12), led House Democrats in sending a letter to Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and White House Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought strongly condemning and urging the Trump Administration to rescind their decision to lay off federal employees dedicated to the education and support of students with disabilities and their families. The Members are demanding the administration immediately reverse course and rescind the termination notices issued to staff in the Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), including employees in the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), the Rehabilitative Services Administration (RSA), the Office of Civil Rights (OCR), and the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE). The members write, “Decimating these offices threatens accountability for special education and vocational rehabilitation funds, as well as the civil rights Congress has enshrined in federal law, at a time when schools nationwide are already struggling to meet the needs of students and when people with disabilities continue to face barriers to employment. Federal employees at OSERS play a key role in ensuring that federal dollars are spent appropriately and effectively to support students with disabilities. Without them, there will be no oversight to ensure that physically disabled students, blind/deaf children and teenagers, as well as students with dyslexia, autism, and other disabilities are receiving the free and appropriate public education they are guaranteed under the IDEA.” The letter continues, “...These reckless terminations are just another in a line of actions by your administration that threaten the rights that individuals with disabilities have fought long and hard for. We urge you to immediately rescind your plans to wrongly fire employees at the agencies listed above so that they can continu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-joins-no-kings-rally-in-atlanta-to-reaffirm-power-of-the-people-over-politicians/ | Warnock Joins No Kings Rally in Atlanta to Reaffirm Power of the People Over Politicians | 2025-10-20 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | On Saturday, Senator Reverend Warnock joined an estimated 10,000 Georgians outside the Atlanta Civic Center for a No Kings Rally to denounce the executive overreach of the Trump Administration The Atlanta rally was one of over 40 events held across Georgia ICYMI from 11 Alive: Georgia’s Sen. Warnock calls protest essential to democracy at ‘No Kings’ rally Senator Warnock: “You cannot outsource democracy to anybody. You cannot outsource citizenship. It is all of us. That’s why they’re trying to divide us, because when all of us stand together and raise our voices, we win” Above: Senator Warnock speaks at the No Kings rally in Atlanta Atlanta, GA – U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined an estimated 10,000 Georgians outside the Atlanta Civic Center for a No Kings rally to denounce the executive overreach of the Trump Administration. Senator Warnock encouraged the audience of thousands to stand up for democracy and make their voices heard every day. “You cannot outsource democracy to anybody. You cannot outsource citizenship. It is all of us. That’s why they’re trying to divide us, because when all of us stand together and raise our voices, we win,” Senator Warnock said. Above: Senator Warnock at the No Kings rally Photo credit: Abbey Cutrer/AJC “People are literally grabbing on me and they’re saying, ‘Keep fighting for us. Please fight for us.’ They say, ‘Keep standing up.’ They look at their preacher, and they say, ‘Give ’em hell…keep fighting.’ Well you have my promise. I am going to keep fighting for Georgia,” Senator Warnock said. In his remarks, Senator Warnock spoke out against cuts to the Atlanta-based CDC, which has seen its workforce cut by about 3,000 this year. According to the Georgia Recorder, the latest round of layoffs in October affected about 600 workers. Senator Warnock also spoke out against threats to health care tax credits, President Trump’s cruel immigration policies, and ongoing ICE raids around the country led by masked agents breaking apart families and communities. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=3D2BF1F3-5919-4A0B-BE62-CA04F6B7199C | Forbes: 'The Devastation Will Be Untold': Lucy McBath Warns Of Surging Healthcare Costs Amid Govt. Shutdown | 2025-10-17 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Forbes: 'The Devastation Will Be Untold': Lucy McBath Warns Of Surging Healthcare Costs Amid Govt. Shutdown October 17 , 2025 Permalink: https://mcbath.house.gov/2025/10/forbes-the-devastation-will-be-untold-lucy-mcbath-warns-of-surging-healthcare-costs-amid-govt-shutdown | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:10:06Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-colleagues-urge-dod-inspector-general-to-call-for-inquiry-into-deployment-of-military-in-american-cities/ | Warnock, Colleagues Urge DOD Inspector General to Call for Inquiry into Deployment of Military in American Cities | 2025-10-17 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock and his Senate colleagues sent a letter to the Department of Defense (DOD) urging an inquiry into the recent deployments of active-duty and National Guard troops to American cities. Senator Reverend Warnock, Lawmakers: “Neither the active-duty military nor the National Guard are intended or trained at scale for the purposes that the Administration has claimed they are used for, including ‘crime-fighting.’ We are concerned that these domestic deployments erode the military’s and National Guard’s ability to prepare for their critical missions.” Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) joined 26 of his Senate colleagues in an effort to urge the U.S. Department of Defense Acting Inspector General (DOD IG) Steven Stebbins to launch an inquiry into the recent domestic deployments of active-duty and National Guard troops to Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Portland, and Memphis. In the letter, the Senators underscore the illegality of the domestic troop deployments, which undermines military readiness and politicizes the nation’s military. “We write to express our concern about the deployment of U.S. troops to American cities, including in Los Angeles; Washington, DC; Portland; Chicago; and Memphis. The military’s expanded use to support immigration operations and domestic law enforcement activities at home is fundamentally un-Constitutional, dangerous for American civil rights, and risks straining military readiness and resources, weakening troop morale, undermining recruitment and retention, and eroding public trust in the military,” the Senators began the letter. “Neither the active-duty military nor the National Guard are intended or trained at scale for the purposes that the Administration has claimed they are used for, including ‘crime-fighting.’ We are concerned that these domestic deployments erode the military’s and National Guard’s ability to prepare for their critical missions.” “We urgently request that you initiate an inquiry into the cumula… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-durbin-statement-on-voting-rights-supreme-court-case/ | Warnock, Durbin Statement on Voting Rights Supreme Court Case | 2025-10-15 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | The Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in Louisiana v. Callais, which has the potential to gut key portions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 Senator Reverend Warnock has long fought to protect the voting rights of Georgians, including introducing legislation to restore critical safeguards of the original Voting Rights Act If Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 is overturned, up to 19 members of Congress representing minority populations could be redistricted out of their seats Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement on today’s oral arguments in Louisiana v. Callais: “All Americans should have a fair say in who represents them in Congress. Led by a President who tried stealing an election, Republicans have lost all respect for election integrity. We’re now witnessing a never-before-seen political pressure campaign to rig elections by enabling politicians to choose their voters—not the other way around. “Rather than tit-for-tat political games, the American people deserve stability at the voting booth. The Voting Rights Act has provided that consistency for decades—but faces escalating attacks from Republicans dead-set on politicizing election administration. “By ruling in favor of Black voters in Louisiana, the Supreme Court can protect fair representation for all Americans, especially those who have been historically disenfranchised by racial gerrymandering and other discriminatory voting practices. “Even better, we can secure our elections without relying on the Supreme Court. Congress must pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore voting protections and strengthen them.” Senator Warnock is a champion for voting rights, introducing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act in July 2025,which would update and restore critical safeguards of the original Voting Rights Act of 1965. Named in honor of the la… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=5E2EDD58-25C7-445B-AEC0-935603AE65A2 | Representative McBath Leads Georgia Democratic House Delegation in Urging Governor Kemp to Protect Families and Children During Republican Shutdown | 2025-10-10 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA – Today, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) is leading Georgia’s Democratic Members of the U.S. House of Representatives in sending a letter to Governor Brian Kemp urging him to take all possible steps—and publicly commit— to using state funds to ensure that there are no interruptions to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) as a result of President Trump and Congressional Republicans’ failure to avoid a government shutdown. This letter is signed by Representatives Henry C. “Hank” Johnson, Jr. (GA-04), David Scott (GA-13), Sanford Bishop (GA-02), and Nikema Williams (GA-05). Despite controlling the White House and both chambers of Congress, Republican leadership has failed to keep the government open. As a result, the Georgia Department of Public Health estimates that WIC offices will begin to close and suspend benefits in our state within the next two to three weeks. Without decisive action from the state at the appropriate time, a federal funding lapse will leave vulnerable families without access to formula, food, and other vital resources. USDA has confirmed that states may use their own funds to keep their WIC programs running and will be reimbursed once federal operations resume, as in prior shutdowns. With over $14 billion dollars in the General Reserve Fund, Georgia is well positioned to ensure that WIC participants in the state are fully protected during the length of any shutdown. The letter urges the Governor to take these steps now to guarantee that families will remain able to enroll in the program and that current participants will continue to receive baby food, formula, and essential health screenings without interruption. Other states including Iowa, Colorado, and Connecticut have already taken proactive measures to guarantee continued WIC operations by the state if federal funding lapses. “Pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young families with infants should not be the ones to pay the price for Republican leadership’s failure to keep th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-advances-priorities-for-georgia-servicemembers-in-senate-passed-defense-legislation/ | Warnock Advances Priorities for Georgia Servicemembers in Senate-Passed Defense Legislation | 2025-10-09 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Today, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), annual legislation that sets defense policy and priorities, authorizes defense spending The defense policy package includes numerous priorities Senator Reverend Warnock pushed for, including stronger transparency for military housing conditions and improved access to healthy, affordable food on military bases The legislation authorizes $130 million for Georgia military construction projects The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the NDAA ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense and play a critical role in America’s military strategic planning in the years to come Senator Warnock: “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to work together in a bipartisan way to support our troops who defend our freedoms” Washington D.C. — Today, the U.S. Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 70-20, with numerous priorities secured by U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) to support Georgia’s servicemembers, military families, and bases. The bipartisan defense bill will improve military housing, raise servicemember pay, authorize $130 million for Georgia military construction projects, and more. The priorities Senator Warnock secured in the legislation will strengthen quality of life for servicemembers and military families and ensure Georgia and its military bases remain at the cutting edge of our national defense and plays a critical role in America’s military strategic planning in the years to come. The bill will be reconciled with the U.S. House of Representatives before going to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “Our servicemembers are the best among us, and it is paramount that our admiration for their service is reflected in our budgets and laws. These are polarizing times, but we should always be able to wor… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-van-hollen-alsobrooks-lead-effort-to-protect-federal-workers-financial-health-during-shutdown/ | Warnock, Van Hollen, Alsobrooks Lead effort to Protect Federal Workers’ Financial Health During Shutdown | 2025-10-09 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | The effort urges financial industry regulators to issue guidance encouraging financial institutions to work with federal employees and small businesses impacted by a government shutdown Senator Warnock continues to fight for the rights of federal workers The economic cost of a shutdown affects federal workers in every Congressional District in America, meaning that local economies will be harmed by federal worker furloughs Washington, D.C. –– Today, U.S. Senators Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) were joined by several of their colleagues in leading an effort to the heads of the federal financial regulatory agencies calling on them to immediately issue such guidance as federal workers, contractors, and small businesses face the prospect of struggling to make ends meet due to a crisis that was not of their doing. In the letter that Senators Warnock, Van Hollen, and Alsobrooks and Congressman Mfume sent today with 20 of their Congressional colleagues, the lawmakers called on the federal financial regulators to immediately take the steps that would be required under the legislation, noting that similar actions were taken during past shutdowns and financial institutions need clear regulatory assurance to act swiftly. The letter was sent to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Acting Chair Travis Hill, Federal Reserve System Vice Chair Michelle Bowman, Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould, National Credit Union Administration Chair Kyle Hauptman, Russell Vought in his capacity as acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and Conference of State Bank Supervisors Chair Tony Salazar. “We urge you to issue updated guidance encouraging your regulated institutions to work with individuals and small businesses impacted by the government shutdown,” the lawmakers wrote. “We hope that financial institutions will recognize the temporary hardship caused by unexpected gaps in pay and respond by taking steps to prevent adverse information from … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-leads-delegation-letter-urging-speaker-johnson-call | Congressman Johnson Leads Delegation Letter Urging Speaker Johnson To Call U.S. House Back To Washington To Open Government | 2025-10-08 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) and the entire Georgia Democratic delegation sent a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04) urging him to call the U.S. House back to Washington immediately to engage in good-faith bipartisan efforts to address the healthcare crisis Republican created. Below and here is a copy of the letter. The Honorable Mike Johnson Speaker of the House H-232, The Capitol Washington DC, 20515 Dear Speaker Johnson: With health insurance premiums set to double for more than 20 million Americans and government funding lapsed, we are shocked to learn that you have decided the U.S. House of Representatives will not even come to work this week. House Republicans have now not come to work for 18 days. Overwhelming majorities of Americans want Congress to act to prevent huge increases in health care costs and to end the government shutdown. We urge you to call the U.S. House back to Washington immediately to engage in good-faith bipartisan efforts to address these issues. Our constituents get up each morning and come to work. With Georgians’ health care on the line and government funding expired, they expect the same from the Members of Congress who represent them. Sincerely, Congressman Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr., Senator Jon Ossoff, Senator Raphael Warnock, Congressman Sanford Bishop, Congressman David Scott, Congresswoman Lucy McBath, Congresswoman Nikema Williams. ### | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-s-statement-on-the-second-anniversary-of-the-october-7-hamas-attack-on-israel | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP'S STATEMENT ON THE SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF THE OCTOBER 7 HAMAS ATTACK ON ISRAEL | 2025-10-07 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | COLUMBUS, Ga. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement on the second anniversary of the October 7th attack on Israel: “As the Jewish community gathers around the world to celebrate the holiday of Sukkot, we pause to remember the nearly 1,200 Israelis who were killed two years ago today when the terrorist group Hamas launched its savage attack. “Hamas also captured 254 people that day, including twelve Americans. Of these twelve, four were murdered by Hamas, four were released last November, and four remain in captivity in Gaza. “A glimmer of hope now exists that all hostages taken by Hamas, living and dead, will be released and an end to this devastating war will be negotiated. On this solemn anniversary, we must remain steadfast in our commitment to bring about not a temporary but an enduring peace in the Holy Land. America stands ready to help both the Israelis and the Palestinians build a future together based on shared values of security, economic opportunity, freedom, and mutual respect.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/this-is-what-im-fighting-for-warnock-highlights-georgians-shocking-premium-spikes/ | “This is What I’m Fighting For”: Warnock Highlights Georgians’ Shocking Premium Spikes | 2025-10-03 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | On October 1, Georgians who purchase their health care on Georgia Access – the state-based online health care marketplace – were able to log on and see the new cost of their health care premiums for 2026 To the surprise of many, most of the health care plans offered for 2026 have more than doubled their premiums thanks to health care cuts allowed by Washington Republicans Senator Reverend Warnock has made clear that protecting health care for the 1.2 million Georgians at risk of losing coverage due to the legislation is his highest priority during budget negotiations to reopen the government Senator Warnock: “I cannot, in good conscience, support a budget that will allow health insurance premiums to double for more than 1.2 million Georgians” Anthem Bronze plan with same deductible, same co-pay, but 2025 premiums vs 2026 premiums for someone making $65k a year Note: A provision in One Big Beautiful Bill Act now requires all Bronze plans to include HSA eligibility starting in 2026 Washington, D.C. – Recently, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) highlighted shocking news from constituents showing the cost differences for health insurance options between 2025 and 2026, in some cases the difference is almost $20,000 a year more. Most of the health care plans offered for 2026 have more than doubled thanks to health care cuts in Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was signed into law in July and provided massive tax breaks for billionaires. On October 1, Georgians who purchase their health care through the state-based online health care marketplace, Georgia Access, were, for the first time, able to see the new cost of their health care premiums for 2026. “I cannot, in good conscience, support a budget that will allow health insurance premiums to double for more than 1.2 million Georgians. D.C. Republicans control Congress. They decide if the government stays open,” said Senator Warnock. “If they want my vote on their budget, they need to put forward a bill that funds health care.”… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-teamsters-728-strike/ | Warnock Statement on Teamsters Local 728 Strike | 2025-10-02 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a statement on the Teamsters Local 728 strike: “In the words of my spiritual mentor, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,: ‘All labor has dignity,'” said Senator Warnock. “‘One day our society will come to respect the sanitation worker if it is to survive. For the person who picks up our garbage, in the final analysis, is as significant as the physician, for if he doesn’t do his job, diseases are rampant.’ I stand with Teamsters Local 728 fighting for the dignity of work and their effort to secure fairer pay.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/new-warnock-report-finds-trump-admin-delaying-nearly-500-million-in-disaster-aid-for-recovering-ga-communities/ | New Warnock Report Finds Trump Admin Delaying Nearly $500 Million in Disaster Aid for Recovering GA Communities | 2025-09-30 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Following the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene, Senator Warnock released a report detailing the true cost of the Trump administration’s delay in reimbursing Georgia communities for nearly half a billion dollars for recovery efforts Senator Reverend Warnock: “The Trump administration said they would support Georgians, instead they’re skipping out on the bill. Georgians have come together to rebuild after Helene. Now, it’s time for the Trump administration to do their job. This can’t wait any longer” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a new report that shows nearly $500 million in promised federal funding for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts remains unpaid. The funding, part of a disaster recovery bill championed by Senator Warnock in 2024, is meant to reimburse local communities for funds spent on recovery. Despite bipartisan Congressional support for the immediate delivery of disaster recovery funds, the distribution of aid has been stifled by bureaucratic red tape and chaos in the Trump administration. The report reveals that, as of September 22nd, counties across Georgia have millions of dollars in outstanding bills for recovery efforts which the federal government is required to reimburse. This includes $90 million in outstanding reimbursements for Toombs County, $78 million for Fulton County and the Georgia Department of Transportation, $38 million for Colquitt County, and $29 million for Richmond County. The funding is meant to cover expenses including emergency protective services, debris removal, and rebuilding public infrastructure. “The Trump administration said they would support Georgians, instead they’re skipping out on the bill. Georgians have come together to rebuild after Helene. Now, it’s time for the Trump administration to do their job. This can’t wait any longer.” said Senator Warnock. The report comes soon after the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene’s landfall on September 26th, 2024. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Senato… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-if-d-c-republicans-want-my-vote-on-their-budget-they-need-to-put-forward-a-bill-that-funds-health-care/ | Warnock: If D.C. Republicans Want My Vote on Their Budget, They Need to Put Forward a Bill That Funds Health Care | 2025-09-29 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | According to a new report, Georgia’s hospitals, doctors, and other health care businesses are facing nearly $4 billion in revenue cuts next year due to President Trump and Washington Republicans’ catastrophic cuts to health care The $3.7 billion cut is a direct result of Washington Republicans choosing to defund Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance tax credits, which are set to expire in December Most recent estimates find that about 460,000 Georgians are set to not renew their ACA health insurance Last week, Senator Warnock voted for legislation that would keep the government funded and protect health care for the more than 1 million Georgians set to see their premiums skyrocket under the current GOP spending agreement. Senate Republicans ultimately killed that legislation Senator Warnock: “D.C. Republicans control Congress. They decide if the government stays open. If they want my vote on their budget, they need to put forward a bill that funds health care” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) issued a statement outlining what it will take for Washington Republicans to secure his vote amid ongoing negotiations to fund the government. The Senator’s statement follows a new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Urban Institute that shows Georgia’s health care industry is set to lose nearly $4 billion in revenue next year as a result of Washington Republicans’ decision to allow Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance tax credits to expire at the end of 2025, taking away health care for 460,000 Georgians who rely on the ACA marketplace. “D.C. Republicans control Congress. They decide if the government stays open,” said Senator Warnock. “If they want my vote on their budget, they need to put forward a bill that funds health care.” Due to health care cuts in President Trump and Washington Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law in July, ACA health insurance tax credits will expire at the end of the year unless extended by Congress. The … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-convenes-gun-violence-prevention-panel-to-address-national-epidemic/ | Warnock Convenes Gun Violence Prevention Panel to Address National Epidemic | 2025-09-26 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | On Thursday, Senator Reverend Warnock hosted a solutions-oriented conversation focused on bringing down gun violence across the country The panel included Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, and the former deputy director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention Greg Jackson “Youth Under Fire, Addressing Gun Violence in Our Communities” panel took place at the 54th Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Caucus Left to right: Senator Reverend Warnock, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, and Greg Jackson Washington, D.C. – On Thursday, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) hosted a solutions-oriented conversation focused on bringing down gun violence across the country. The panel included Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott and Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin, who have both been responsible for significant drops in gun violence in their cities. The panel also included the former deputy director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention Greg Jackson, which successfully supported local gun violence prevention programs and shut down illegal gun suppliers. Senator Warnock uplifted the smart policies and leadership in Baltimore, Maryland, and Birmingham, Alabama, because both cities have seen declines in gun violence. Baltimore recorded its lowest annual rate of homicides in over a decade in 2024, which also marked a 23% total drop from 2023. Birmingham’s Police Department has reported a 52% reduction in homicides compared to 2024. The mayors credited the drop in gun violence in their cities to youth intervention programs and mental health resources. The mayors and Jackson also discussed their success in going after suppliers to get dangerous ghost guns and Glock switches off the street. “While we have made some progress… we have not done nearly enough. We have, in essence, told our children that in the face of this ugly specter of mass shootings… the best thing we can do for you is teach you how to hide,” Senator Reverend Wa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-statement-on-trump-admin-extending-georgia-pathways-program-after-nonpartisan-report-finds-failed-health-care-experiment-wasted-taxpayer-dollars/ | Warnock Statement on Trump Admin Extending Georgia Pathways Program After Nonpartisan Report Finds Failed Health Care Experiment Wasted Taxpayer Dollars | 2025-09-25 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | The Trump Administration signed off on the extension of Georgia Pathways even as a new report commissioned by Senator Reverend Warnock found the failed program came in over budget and under delivered The nonpartisan report finds the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) wrongly approved higher federal matching rates for certain administrative costs, wasting taxpayer dollars In a new statement, Senator Warnock chastised the approved extension of Georgia Pathways as an immoral decision that only makes our country sicker and poorer Senator Warnock: “The only thing Pathways is incredibly effective at is barring working people from health coverage and making corporate consultants richer. If Republican politicians were serious about getting people to work, they would have closed the coverage gap nationwide and cut out the government bureaucracy” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) released a new statement after the federal government approved an extension of the Georgia Pathways health care program, which follows a new nonpartisan report commissioned by Senator Warnock highlighting how the program came in over budget and under delivered. “Georgia’s Pathways program ironically provides no reliable path to affordable health care for Georgians,” said Senator Warnock. “The only thing Pathways is incredibly effective at is barring working people from health coverage and making corporate consultants richer. If Republican politicians were serious about getting people to work, they would have closed the coverage gap nationwide and cut out the government bureaucracy. Today’s decision will continue to keep health care away from Georgians who need it most. It is wrong, it is immoral, and it only makes our country sicker and poorer.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=2A47F6F7-2CF8-489E-A6A6-89BC7D4C3763 | Representatives McBath, Thompson and Senators Klobuchar, Cassidy Introduce National Hazing Awareness Week Resolution | 2025-09-24 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and Glen “GT” Thompson (R-PA-15) are leading a resolution to recognize September 22-26, 2025 as “National Hazing Awareness Week.” The resolution recognizes the hundreds of students who have died or suffered severe, life-altering injuries as a result of collegiate hazing and promotes efforts to prevent hazing. A companion resolution has been introduced by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA). In December, the bipartisan bill to stop campus hazing led by McBath, Klobuchar, and Cassidy was signed into law. H.R. 5646, the Stop Campus Hazing Act combats hazing and dangerous practices towards students on college campuses by ensuring transparency and preventative action. “I know what it's like to lose a loved one to violence, and no parent should ever have to bury their child. I have been honored to work with families and advocates to pass legislation to end campus hazing,” said Rep. Lucy McBath. “I’m glad to lead efforts once again to spread awareness about the pain of these incidents. I thank my colleagues for their continued commitment to protecting our students.” “Hazing is simply not an acceptable behavior. It can lead to great bodily harm, even death, leaving families struggling with the loss of their loved one, changing the trajectory of their lives forever. No family should ever have to experience the loss of a child due to hazing. I am proud to introduce this resolution with Congresswoman McBath to bring awareness, accountability, and transparency to help protect students nationwide from hazing,” said Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson. “When parents send their kids away to college, they expect they will get a good education and make new friends. Unfortunately, too many are also exposed to hazing, a dangerous—and at times deadly—problem,” said Sen. Klobuchar. “With this resolution, we honor the students who have died or been severely injured due to hazing and promote preventive efforts, at the same time that improve hazing repor… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-hyde-smith-pass-bipartisan-resolution-marking-annual-gold-star-families-remembrance-week/ | Warnock, Hyde-Smith Pass Bipartisan Resolution Marking Annual Gold Star Families Remembrance Week | 2025-09-23 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | The bipartisan resolution designates the week of September 21-27 to recognize families of servicemembers who died in the line of duty This is the fifth year the Senators have collaborated on this bipartisan resolution to honor the contributions and sacrifices of the families of America’s fallen servicemembers Senator Warnock: “I am proud to recognize the bipartisan Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and honor the families of the servicemembers who sacrificed everything to keep us safe” Washington, D.C. –– This week, following the passage of their bipartisan resolution, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) marked the start of the annual Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. This resolution establishes September 21-27, 2025, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week, honoring the sacrifices made by the families of servicemembers who have given their lives in defense of the nation. “Our nation is indebted to the brave servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms. And their families, who also sacrificed immensely, deserve our recognition and support,” said Senator Reverend Warnock.“I am proud to recognize the bipartisan Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and honor the families of the servicemembers who sacrificed everything to keep us safe. As long as I serve all Georgians in the U.S. Senate, I will be a champion for our servicemembers, veterans, and Gold Star families.” “In the same sense that we honor the fallen and our veterans, I think we have a duty to honor the families of the service members who lost their lives in service to our nation. They, too, have sacrificed for our freedoms,” Senator Hyde-Smith said. “I hope people in Mississippi and across the country will take time to reach out to Gold Star families during the 2025 Gold Star Families Remembrance Week.” The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) supports the annual resolution. “The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) appreciates Senators Hyde-Smith and Warnock f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-ossoff-press-trump-administration-over-deaths-in-ice-custody/ | Warnock, Ossoff Press Trump Administration Over Deaths in ICE Custody | 2025-09-23 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Ten people died in ICE custody in the first half of 2025, the highest total for the same period since 2018 NPR: Georgia senators demand answers on more than a dozen deaths in immigration detention Senators Reverend Warnock, Ossoff: “We write with serious alarm regarding the rise in the number of deaths in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody nationwide. We are especially concerned by the deaths of two individuals in ICE custody in Georgia this year” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) are urging the Trump Administration to address deaths in ICE custody in Georgia. In a letter to Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem and Acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons, the Senators cited the delayed reporting of two deaths in ICE custody in Georgia and requested information on agency oversight of detention facilities and contractors. “We write with serious alarm regarding the rise in the number of deaths in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody nationwide. We are especially concerned by the deaths of two individuals in ICE custody in Georgia this year. We request that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and ICE immediately provide information about these individuals’ deaths and about the Trump administration’s plan to prevent further fatalities,” the Senators wrote. According to ICE’s Detainee Death Reporting website, ten people died in ICE custody in the first half of 2025, the highest total for the same period since 2018. In Georgia, according to reporting, Abelardo Avellaneda-Delgado, 68, died on May 5 during transport from the Lowndes County Jail to Stewart Detention Center by TransCor, a CoreCivic subsidiary contracted by ICE. His family has said he had no prior health conditions. On June 7, according to reporting, Jesus Molina-Veya, 45, died at Stewart Detention Center after being found unconscious in his cell. ICE reports indicate a ligature was found around his neck. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-s-statement-on-house-resolution-719 | CONGRESSMAN BISHOP’S STATEMENT ON HOUSE RESOLUTION 719 | 2025-09-19 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement regarding today’s vote on a resolution concerning Charlie Kirk: “Last week, Charlie Kirk was gunned down in an apparent act of political violence. As I publicly stated on the day of this tragedy, political violence against any individual or group is unacceptable and incompatible with our country’s laws, values, and ideals. My sincere prayers and condolences go out to his family. “If this resolution were to simply condemn Charlie Kirk’s murder, it would have had my vote. Unfortunately, it was an attempt to use this tragedy as an opportunity to lionize his beliefs. While he was entitled to have and express his beliefs freely, some of them are offensive to me and to the many people targeted by his invective and vitriol. They do not reflect the highest and noblest values of America, nor my Judeo-Christian faith, and I cannot condone them. “Though I unequivocally condemn political violence and Charlie Kirk’s heinous assassination, I could not support this resolution.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=3D588C0B-DAAC-403E-ACE9-3C4466A89886 | McBath, Allen Lead Bipartisan Safe Step Act | 2025-09-19 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC—Today, Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) joined Representative Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12), Chairman of the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee; Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA-01), Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-CA-25), and Bob Onder (R-MO-03) in reintroducing the Safe Step Act, a bipartisan bill to ensure patients can safely and efficiently access the best treatment available by improving step therapy protocols. "Step therapy can cause unnecessary harm and slow patient recovery while frustrating doctors who are doing their best to care for their patients. By reintroducing the Safe Step Act, we are reaffirming the value of the doctor-patient relationship and moving our country closer to the best form of patient-centered care," said Rep. McBath. "We must always fight to put people first, and this legislation helps ensure doctors and patients can make the best possible health care decisions. I’m grateful for my colleagues’ collaboration on this bill this Congress." "Health care decisions should be made between the patient and physician. Too often, one-size-fits-all federal mandates can hinder a provider’s ability to prescribe the treatment or medication that best suits a patient’s unique medical condition, said Rep. Allen. "The bipartisan, bicameral Safe Step Act would implement commonsense guardrails to ensure patients can safely access the treatment they need by improving step therapy protocols. I have often said that we need to restore patient-centered, cost-effective, and market-driven solutions to our health care system. This legislation does just that, and I am proud to be leading this effort in the 119th Congress." "As a physician, I’ve seen firsthand how delays in care caused by step therapy can hurt patients and frustrate providers," said Dr. Miller-Meeks. "The Safe Step Act is about restoring trust in the doctor-patient relationship and ensuring Iowans can get the treatment their doctors know they need without unnecessary barriers. I’m proud to join this bipartisan, bicameral effort … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=AC3297BA-E4B5-4FF9-A4F4-3162D4310F9B | McBath Statement on H.Res.719 | 2025-09-19 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Following the passage of House Resolution 719, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) released the following statement: “I came to Congress after my son was murdered by a man with a gun. I know the trauma that comes when someone is killed with a firearm. I carry it with me every day. I stood on the steps of the courthouse and forgave my son's killer. He did not share the morals or values that I was raising Jordan to have. “As elected leaders, we must prioritize solutions to the horrific gun violence that took my son and took Charlie Kirk. This is not a partisan issue. Gun violence is terrorizing the American people. The resolution the House voted on today was an attempt to condone beliefs that many Americans found divisive and inflammatory. I could not support such a resolution. “My work in Congress is about saving American lives—including protecting the Second Amendment and gun owners who follow the law. I remain deeply concerned about the state of our political discourse and increasing violence. No matter our views, political violence is never the answer. “I will continue to pray for Charlie Kirk’s wife, children, and loved ones in the midst of their loss.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=D5E06D27-9941-4390-BEE4-2AF7D4DF4C0C | Representatives McBath, Fitzpatrick Introduce Legislation to Increase Recruitment and Retainment of Educators | 2025-09-19 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06), a member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and member of the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee; and Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) have introduced the bipartisan and bicameral H.R. 5476, Preparing and Retaining All (PARA) Educators Act to build career pathways, create professional development opportunities, and establish higher wages for school paraeducators. Paraprofessionals, or paraeducators, work under the supervision of a certified teacher to provide students with specific instructional, behavioral, and personal support, particularly in special education settings involving disabled students. More than 1.2 million paraeducators nationwide provide essential support in classrooms; they help teachers, support small group learning, and assist students with disabilities. Companion legislation is led by Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass). “Our classroom staff and educators are the backbone of our schools and help students succeed daily—often without enough recognition or pay. This has contributed to a severe paraprofessional shortage nationwide, especially in our rural areas.” said Rep. McBath. “With the American education system already under strain, staffing shortages mean that our students aren’t being set up for success. The PARA Educators Act will allow investment in our educators so they can continue to inspire our students and our communities. I thank my colleagues for joining me on the important legislation.” “I’ve sat in classrooms across Pennsylvania’s First District and witnessed incredible paraeducators transform students’ days—guiding them through lessons, calming crises, and making inclusion possible. Yet despite their central role in student success, they’ve been left without the pay, training, and respect their work deserves,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. “The bipartisan PARA Educators Act changes that by raising wages, expanding professional development, and creating real career pathways—because when parae… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warnock-accepts-prestigious-constituent-service-award-for-hurricane-helene-response/ | Warnock Accepts Prestigious Constituent Service Award for Hurricane Helene Response | 2025-09-19 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | Senate | GA | Raphael G. Warnock | W000790 | www.warnock.senate.gov | warnock | https://www.warnock.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ | scraper | Senator Reverend Warnock accepted the bipartisan Congressional Management Foundation’s (CMF) 2025 Democracy Award for Best Constituent Correspondence & Outreach Services This honor was awarded to Senator Warnock to recognize his office’s constituent communication on disaster response and recovery resources during and after Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in Georgia in September of last year Senator Warnock: “I often say that I’m not a Senator who used to be a pastor. I’m a pastor in the Senate. I’m used to walking with people even as I work for them. Sometimes we can’t solve these really big problems […] on a dime, but in the meantime, we do get to walk alongside people and just solve everyday issues” Above: Senator Warnock at the 2025 Democracy Awards Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) accepted the Congressional Management Foundation’s (CMF) 2025 Democracy Award for the best Constituent Correspondence & Outreach Services. The award follows the Senator and his office’s outreach efforts to communicate disaster response and recovery resources following Hurricane Helene’s Georgia landfall in September of 2024. The Senator accepted the award at the CMF’s Democracy Awards ceremony. In addition to Senator Warnock, the bipartisan CMF also recognized Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX-11) for his correspondence & outreach services. “I often say that I’m not a Senator who used to be a pastor. I’m a pastor in the Senate. I’m used to walking with people even as I work for them. Sometimes we can’t solve these really big problems […] on a dime, but in the meantime, we do get to walk alongside people and just solve everyday issues,” Senator Warnock said in his acceptance remarks. Below are just a few of the Senator’s efforts providing constituent correspondence and outreach services around the time of Hurricane Helene: Alerted Georgians of the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance. Hosted community resource clinics across the state, helping connect 200 Georgians in rural comm… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=473EAAAF-2085-4264-8784-8269586E0FAA | McBath Honors Retirement of Ann Honious, Superintendent of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | 2025-09-18 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | McBath Honors Retirement of Ann Honious, Superintendent of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area September 18 , 2025 Permalink: https://mcbath.house.gov/2025/9/mcbath-honors-retirement-of-ann-honious-superintendent-of-the-chattahoochee-river-national-recreation-area | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T15:07:37Z |
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