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| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/senate-passes-tillis-bill-to-equip-law-enforcement-with-trauma-kits | Senate Passes Tillis Bill To Equip Law Enforcement With Trauma Kits | 2023-12-21 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Senate recently passed the American Law Enforcement Sustaining Aid and Vital Emergency Resources(SAVER) Act, legislation co-sponsored by Senator Thom Tillis to equip law enforcement officers with quality trauma kits to immediately respond to civilian or first responder injuries during emergency calls. “As a strong supporter of our brave men and women in law enforcement, I was proud to co-introduce this legislation which would equip law enforcement with the tools they need to keep our communities safe,” said Senator Tillis. “Ensuring law enforcement officers have effective trauma kits will save countless lives. I am proud the American Law Enforcement SAVER Act passed the Senate and look forward to quick passage in the House to ensure our law enforcement agencies have the resources they need.” Background: The effectiveness of a law enforcement trauma kit program depends in part on the contents and the quality of the kits. Medical professionals recommend that a kit include bleeding control supplies like tourniquets, bandages, non-latex gloves, scissors, and instructions. However, there is enormous variation in the products available on the market. The American Law Enforcement SAVER Act would: Establish baseline standards in consultation with law enforcement and medical professionals for trauma kits purchased using grant funding under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG); Require the development of optional best practices that law enforcement agencies can adapt for training law enforcement officers to use trauma kits and for deployment and maintenance of the kits in vehicles and government facilities. The legislation is endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police, National Association of Police Organizations, Sergeants Benevolent Association NYPD, Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, Major Cities Chiefs Association, Major County Sheriffs of America, Louisiana Association of Chiefs of Police, Louisiana Sheriffs’ Association, Peace Officers Research Association of… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-slam-dhs-decision-to-suspend-rail-commerce-at-border-to-process-more-migrants | Tillis, Colleagues Slam DHS Decision to Suspend Rail Commerce at Border to Process More Migrants | 2023-12-21 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas demanding the BidenAdministration re-open railway commerce at the Southern border. Earlier this week, the Administration closed the railways to process migrants illegally crossing the border. “We write today to express our serious concern with the Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) recent actions to suspend international railway crossings and rail operations in Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas. On December 18, 2023, CBP pulled personnel from those operations and redirected them to assist with the migrant surges at the southwest border. In recent weeks, CBP has suspended vehicle processing at Eagle Pass International Bridge 1 and operations at California’s San Ysidro Pedestrian West and Arizona’s Lukeville Port of Entry. Without putting real policies in place to cut the increasing flow of illegal immigration, our national security and economy will continue to pay the price,” the senators wrote. “CBP’s decision to suspend rail service and close international crossings at Eagle Pass and El Paso directly and immediately impacts our carriers’ ability to move goods across the North American rail network and to the North American consumers who rely on them. The success of our trade partnership with Mexico relies on the successful operation of these international railway crossings. U.S. goods and services trade with Mexico totaled an estimated $855.1 billion in 2022. Eagle Pass and El Paso accounted for a total of $33.95 billion or 35.8% of all cross-border rail traffic to and from Mexico in the last year,” the senators continued. “The crisis at our nation’s southern border is unprecedented and is the worst it has ever been in our country’s history. Only smarter and effective policies will guide us out of it, and without a real plan, this Administration will hardly address the substantial challenges that currently exist. Redirecting a small group of CBP personnel away f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-incentivize-better-health-care-at-lower-costs | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Incentivize Better Health Care at Lower Costs | 2023-12-20 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the Value in Health Care Act, bipartisan legislation that would update the program parameters of Medicare’s Alternative Payment Models (APMs) to incentivize participation in Accountable Care Organizations (ACO). The changes would increase participation in these value-based health programs, which are designed to improve the quality of care and health outcomes for seniors while lowering costs. “Value-based care programs have a successful track record of improving outcomes and reducing costs. The Value in Health Care Act will take an important step to further incentivize participation in these programs by financially rewarding coordination of care and patient outcomes, rather than the number of services provided,”said Senator Tillis. “I’m proud to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan legislation that will increase access to higher quality, lower cost, patient-centered care for the nearly two million seniors in North Carolina.” Background: The Value in Health Care Act would make the following changes to the APM and ACO parameters: Incentivize participation in Advanced APMs by extending the annual lump sum participation bonus for an additional two years. Correct arbitrary thresholds for Advanced APM qualification to better reflect the existing progress of the value-based movement and to encourage bringing more patients into this model of care. Establish guardrails for CMS to ensure that the process to set financial benchmarks is transparent and appropriately accounts for regional variations in spending to prevent arbitrary winners and losers. Remove barriers to ACO participation by eliminating arbitrary program distinctions so all participants are participating on a level playing field. Support fair and accurate benchmarks by modifying performance metrics so participants aren’t competing against their own successes in providing better care. Provide greater technical support to ACO participants to cover the significant s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-federal-dollars-should-not-be-used-block-immigration-enforcement | Edwards: Federal dollars should not be used to block immigration enforcement | 2023-12-19 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) introduced today the Cooperation with ICE Act to strengthen federal immigration law by making sure that state and local governments that obstruct federal immigration enforcement cannot do so with federal dollars. The Cooperation with ICE Act would withhold Shelter and Services Program (SSP) funding, or funding under any future program with a similar mission, from any state or local government that refuses to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or hinders the enforcement of federal immigration laws. The SSP provides funding to non-federal entities that provide shelter and other eligible services to non-U.S. citizens who are encountered by the Department of Homeland Security and are awaiting immigrant proceedings. “Everywhere I go in WNC, the top concern that I hear from constituents is about our border. It is clear that this administration’s open-border policies have turned every state into a border state. The Cooperation with ICE Act will stop rewarding sanctuary cities with federal dollars when they refuse to cooperate with ICE or try to block the enforcement of our immigration laws,” said Congressman Edwards. “These sanctuary cities shield dangerous and violent illegal immigrants, many of whom are reoffenders, from ICE – all on the taxpayers’ dime.” "This bill seeks to prevent the Biden-Harris administration and their open-borders political allies in cities from using US taxpayer funds to attract and support illegal immigrants purposely misclassified as migrants. US taxpayers should not be forced to pay for this politically motivated invasion of our American homeland." - William Gheen, President, Americans for Legal Immigration In fiscal year 2023, the SSP and its predecessor program, the Emergency Food and Shelter Program – Humanitarian, awarded state and local grants totaling $788.8 million. These awards included millions of taxpayer dollars to sanctuary cities such as Albuquerque, N.M. and Riverside County, Calif. that receive migrants but refus… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/12/19/budd-tillis-brown-vance-braun-young-resolution-honoring-wright-brothers-passes-senate/ | Budd, Tillis, Brown, Vance, Braun, Young Resolution Honoring Wright Brothers Passes Senate | 2023-12-19 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — The Senate has passed S. 513, a resolution recognizing December 17th as “Wright Brothers Day” and commemorating the 120th anniversary of the first powered flight. Senators Ted Budd (R-NC), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Thom Tillis (R-NC), JD Vance (R-OH), Mike Braun (R-IN), and Todd Young (R-IN) were the original sponsors of the resolution, which reads: Whereas, on December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright (referred to in this preamble as the “Wright Brothers”) of Dayton, Ohio, performed the first powered, controlled, sustained, heavier-than-air flight, near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina; Whereas the Wright Brothers continued their experiments and flights in the United States and throughout Europe for people to see the miracle of flight; Whereas the successful first flight by the Wright Brothers launched a new era of exploration, from the solo transatlantic flight by Charles Lindbergh, to the Apollo 11 moon landing by Neil Armstrong, and beyond; Whereas people of the United States achieved the first supersonic flight less than 50 years after the first flight by the Wright Brothers, and achieved manned spaceflight less than 60 years after the first flight by the Wright Brothers; Whereas the modern commercial aviation system that links the world through commerce, trade, and travel owes its existence to the work of the Wright Brothers; Whereas the 3-axis control system devised for the “Wright Flyer” remains the standard for fixed-wing aircraft; Whereas the original “Wright Flyer” remains on display at the National Air and Space Museum of the Smithsonian Institution on the National Mall; Whereas the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, welcomes more than 400,000 visitors annually to the location of the first flight by the Wright Brothers; Whereas the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park in Dayton, Ohio, welcomes more than 90,000 visitors annually to the locations where the Wright Brothers lived, worked, and conducted many test flights; Whereas the W… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/senate-passes-tillis-co-sponsored-legislation-to-provide-back-pay-for-officers-impacted-by-military-promotion-hold | Senate Passes Tillis Co-sponsored Legislation to Provide Back Pay for Officers Impacted by Military Promotion Hold | 2023-12-19 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Recently, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed legislation co-sponsored by Senator Thom Tillis that would provide back pay for military officers whose promotions were delayed. The Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act of 2023 would also make an adjustment to the affected servicemembers’ time in grade and other administrative fixes. The bipartisan legislation has 52 co-sponsors and now heads to the House of Representatives. “I am grateful for the Senate’s unanimous support to pass this crucial legislation to provide military officers and their families with the pay and benefits they deserve,” said Senator Tillis. “Our brave servicemembers defend our nation every day, and their pay and benefits should be immune from the partisan gridlock and political infighting in our nation’s capital. This legislation ensures delayed pay and benefits are fully restored to those who bravely serve our country.” Full text of the legislation can be found HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-legislation-to-provide-financial-relief-for-members-of-national-guard-and-reserves-to-be-signed-into-law | Tillis Legislation to Provide Financial Relief for Members of National Guard and Reserves To Be Signed Into Law | 2023-12-19 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Bipartisan legislation recently co-sponsored by Senator Thom Tillis to reauthorize an additional four years of relief for qualifying members of the National Guard and Reserves experiencing financial hardship will be signed into law. The National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Extension Act will protect a long-standing bipartisan carveout from means-testing restrictions in Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. “The men and women who serve in the National Guard and Reserves provide an invaluable service to our nation,” said Senator Tillis. “I am proud this bipartisan legislation will be signed into law so we can ensure protections for members if they fall on financial hardship.” The National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Extension Act of 2023 will reauthorize the National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Act of 2008, which included a clause exempting qualifying members of reserve components of the Armed Forces and the National Guard from provisions in the Bankruptcy Code, which limit access to Chapter 7 bankruptcy based on recent income. Because National Guard members and reservists often receive higher pay while on active duty than at their civilian jobs, these limits could otherwise prevent them from receiving financial relief in bankruptcy. The National Guard and Reservist Debt Relief Extension Act ensures they are not penalized for their service. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-to-introduce-bill-to-require-scotus-review-of-presidential-candidate-qualifications | Tillis to Introduce Bill to Require SCOTUS Review of Presidential Candidate Qualifications | 2023-12-19 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced he will soon introduce the Constitutional Election Integrity Act, legislation that would prevent state politicians and state entities like the Colorado Supreme Court from disqualifying presidential candidates from the ballot on Constitutional matters that should be decided by only the Supreme Court. The Constitutional Election Integrity Act clarifies that the Supreme Court of the United States has sole jurisdiction to decide claims arising out of section 3 of the 14th Amendment of the Constitution. The legislation also withholds federal funding for election administration from states that misuse the 14th Amendment for political purposes. “Regardless of whether you support or oppose former President Donald Trump, it is outrageous to see left-wing activists make a mockery of our political system by scheming with partisan state officials and pressuring judges to remove him from the ballot,” said Senator Thom Tillis. “American voters, not partisan activists, should decide who we elect as our President. The Constitutional Election Integrity Act would put any constitutional challenges in the sole place they belong: the U.S. Supreme Court.” The text of the legislation can be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-reignite-effort-to-improve-reporting-attacks-on-law-enforcement | Tillis, Colleagues Reignite Effort to Improve Reporting Attacks on Law Enforcement | 2023-12-18 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently reintroduced bipartisan legislation to enhance information-gathering on attacks targeting law enforcement. The Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act would help fill identified gaps in reporting requirements for ambush-attacks against law enforcement officers by increasing our understanding of these crimes and how they arise. “Attacks on our law enforcement officers are abhorrent and we must get a clear picture on when they occur,” said Senator Tillis. “I’m proud to co-introduce this bipartisan legislation so we can improve reporting and continue supporting the men and women in blue to prevent these disgusting acts.” Background: Tragically, 60 police officers were feloniously killed in the line of duty in 2022. Nearly 30 percent of police officer killings were the result of an unprovoked attack or ambush. While the government collects basic information on these attacks, such as when the attack occurred and what types of weapons were used, more information is needed to help law enforcement officers prepare for, identify, and prevent future anti-police activity. The Improving Law Enforcement Officer Safety and Wellness Through Data Act would: Increase the categories of information that can be voluntarily reported regarding anti-police attacks, including the intention and coordination of perpetrators; Direct the Justice Department to explore adding escalatory aggression to its reports; Shed light on the mental health and stress-related impacts of aggressive activity or trauma on law enforcement; and Explore the availability and extent to which mental health resources for officers are used. The bill is endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police, the National Association of Police Officers, Sergeants Benevolent Association of the NYPD, Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association and Major Counties Sheriffs of America. Full text of the bill is available HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-ensure-veterans-access-to-quality-mental-health-care | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Ensure Veterans’ Access to Quality Mental Health Care | 2023-12-15 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care Act, which would require an independent organization outside of the government to conduct a study to assess the quality of care veterans receive for mental and addiction health treatment from providers within and outside the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “It is critical the VA provides the highest quality mental health services to our veterans through implementing the best treatment practices available,” said Senator Tillis. “This legislation enables the VA to improve its mental health services by studying best practices administered by non-VA providers. Veterans deserve the best care possible, and I am proud to cosponsor this legislation on behalf of the more than 600,000 veterans who call North Carolina home.” Background: The Department of Veterans Affairs is home to the nation’s largest integrated healthcare system that provides comprehensive health services to U.S. military veterans who are enrolled. However, recent estimates indicate that as many as 70% of VA-eligible veterans received their care from external providers. Given the high rate of veteran suicide due to mental and addiction health conditions, a study is needed to better understand if current practices provide our veterans with the best mental and addiction quality of care. The Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care Act would require an independent and objective organization outside of the VA to conduct a study to: Analyze the results of comparable instances of addiction and mental health care between inside and outside providers using objective criteria such as symptom scores and suicide risk; Ascertain to what extent outside providers are using evidence-based practices in the treatment of addiction and mental health issues; Identify potential gaps in coordination between internal and external providers in responding to individuals seeking addiction or mental health car… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-supports-national-defense-bill-secures-millions-in-funding-for-nc-military | Hudson Supports National Defense Bill, Secures Millions in Funding for NC Military Personnel | 2023-12-14 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) released the following statement on the Conference Report of the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that was passed today in the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support: “This year’s NDAA bolsters our nation's defense capabilities to keep up with foreign adversaries, eliminates the woke ideology infiltrating our military, and takes care of our men and women in uniform by providing the largest pay raise in over 20 years,” said Rep. Hudson. “As the representative of the largest Army base in the world, I'm proud of everything we have accomplished so far this Congress to strengthen our nation’s defense and military readiness and provide necessary resources for Fort Liberty. I will never stop fighting to make sure our community's veterans, troops, and their families receive the support they deserve.” The FY24 NDAA contains Rep. Hudson’s following priorities to benefit active duty military personnel and their families at Fort Liberty, formerly known as Fort Bragg: Aircraft Maintenance Hangar - $61,000,000 Child Development Center - $36,000,000 Barracks - $50,000,000 Barracks (Facility Prototyping) - $85,000,000 Automated Record Fire Range (ARF+) - $19,500,000 Camp Mackall Microgrid - $10,500,000 Provision to improve Fort Liberty Roadway Infrastructure The FY24 NDAA that passed the House contains the following priorities: Supports a 5.2% increase in servicemember basic pay—the largest pay raise in over 20 years. Provides a path back to service for the 8,000 servicemembers discharged for declining to take the COVID-19 vaccine, and requires the Secretary of Defense to inform each discharged servicemember of the process they can follow to be reinstated. Prohibits funding for the teaching, training, or promotion of CRT in the military, including at service academies and DoD schools. Builds and maintains the overmatch needed to counter CCP aggression by enhancing military readiness. Freezes the creation of new positi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-applauds-final-passage-fy24-national-defense-authorization-act | Murphy Applauds Final Passage of FY24 National Defense Authorization Act | 2023-12-14 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) voted YES on H.R. 2670, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024, which now heads to the President to be signed into law. This legislation authorizes $886.3 billion for national defense discretionary programs, an increase of $23 billion over FY23 funding levels. It robustly funds and modernizes our armed forces to prepare us against threats abroad, improves the quality of life for servicemembers, and combats the Biden Administration’s woke agenda that has devastated our recruitment numbers. "I'm proud to have voted in favor of the FY24 NDAA, a very strong bill that was crafted under regular order for the first time in two years under the consideration of all Members," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "While there were some provisions included that I am adamantly against, such as funding for abortions and transgender treatment, perfect cannot be the enemy of good." "Global instability under President Biden has made the world a much more dangerous place and we must fund our warfighters to the fullest. This legislation does just that and provides an across-the-board 5.2% pay raise for all troops, makes much-needed reforms to assist military spouses, and saves taxpayers $40 billion by cutting inefficient programs, obsolete weapon systems, and Pentagon bureaucracy." Third District Victories | By the Numbers: $51.3 MILLION for 2nd Radio BN Complex, Phase 2 $66.27 MILLION for the 10th Marines Maintenance and Operations Complex, Camp Lejeune. $32.89 MILLION for Amphibious Combat Vehicle Shelters, Camp Lejeune. $45 MILLION for a Corrosion Repair Facility Replacement, Camp Lejeune. $70 MILLION for a Marine Raider Battalion Operations Facility, Camp Lejeune. $19.529 MILLION for an Aircraft Maintenance Hanger, Cherry Point. $45 MILLION for a 2D LAAD Maintenance and Operations Facility, Cherry Point. $35.15 MILLION for a Maintenance Facility & Marine Air Group HQS, Cherry Point. Total for NC-03 Military Construction Initiatives i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-applauds-house-passage-of-legislation-to-deter-malicious-foreign-influence-in-postsecondary-education | Tillis Applauds House Passage of Legislation to Deter Malicious Foreign Influence in Postsecondary Education | 2023-12-14 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Senator Thom Tillis applauded the House of Representatives for passing the Defending Education Transparency and Ending Rogue Regimes Engaging in Nefarious Transactions (DETERRENT) Act, legislation that brings much needed transparency, accountability, and clarity to foreign gift reporting requirements for American colleges and universities. Senator Tillis led the introduction of the Senate version last month. The legislation follows oversight efforts uncovering the Biden Administration’s failure to open a single investigation under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act—the single biggest enforcement tool to protect against the threats posed by foreign adversaries. A Senate report from 2019 found that up to 70 percent of all institutions failed to comply with section 117 of the Higher Education Act. Section 117’s loose legislative language, Biden’s blatant crippling of enforcement efforts, and institutions’ refusal to adhere to the law have resulted in billions of dollars in foreign funds infiltrating our country undetected. “America’s foreign adversaries, including the Chinese Communist Party, are targeting our nation’s students by stealing research, spewing anti-American propaganda, and censoring free speech by providing American academic institutions with lucrative funding opportunities,”said Senator Tillis. “Too often, schools fail to report these foreign gifts and funding, leaving our adversaries with an undetected stranglehold on U.S. academic institutions. I applaud the House of Representatives for passing this important legislation and I urge the Senate to follow suit and consider the legislation swiftly.” The DETERRENT Act: Slashes the foreign gift reporting threshold for colleges and universities from $250,000 down to $50,000, with an even stricter $0 threshold for countries of concern. Closes reporting loopholes and provides transparency to Congress, intelligence agencies, and the public. Requires disclosure of foreign gifts to individual staff and faculty at research-hea… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-votes-formally-launch-impeachment-inquiry-president-biden | Murphy Votes to Formally Launch Impeachment Inquiry into President Biden | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement in response to voting in favor of H. Res. 918, a resolution formally launching an impeachment inquiry into President Joseph Biden: "For several months, the House Oversight, Judiciary, and Ways and Means Committees have worked diligently and judiciously to uncover the misdeeds and corruption of President Biden,"said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D."However, with the White House and key witnesses refusing to participate in this process, a formal inquiry has become necessary to expand the investigatory and litigatory power of the committees." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/12/13/budd-sends-holiday-message-of-support-to-gaza-hostage-families-in-floor-speech/ | Budd Sends Holiday Message of Support to Gaza Hostage Families in Floor Speech | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — In a speech on the Senate floor today, Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) delivered a holiday message of support for the families of the hostages still being held in Gaza. Senator Budd also encouraged all Americans to send prayers of comfort and speak out in support of the hostages and their families during the holiday season. He concluded his speech by saying, “I want every one of these family members to know that our country is behind them, we support them, and we are praying for them.” Watch the full speech: Read the full speech below: As we enter the holidays this year, we experience the typical sights and sounds of the season. Perhaps it’s the annual trip to buy a family Christmas tree, perhaps in Western North Carolina, if you’re from the region. For some, it’s the solemn lighting of each candle on the menorah. Often, it’s the joyous family gatherings, the giving of gifts, and the making of lifelong memories. But for the 130 hostages still being held by terrorists in Gaza, this holiday season is one of pain and isolation. For their families, this holiday season is filled with pain and uncertainty. Mr. President, this week I met again with some of the families of both recently released hostages and the families of those still being held. Their heartache is something that no person should ever have to face. When you compare the joy of the holidays with the pain of their situation, you can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of both anger and sadness – but also a sense of resolve. What if this was my loved ones? What if this was yours? Each and every one of these families deserves for their loved ones to be released immediately and unconditionally. Rest assured, all levels of the United States government are working with our allies and partners to get these hostages home and to get them home safely. But until that happens, there is still something that all of us can do. You don’t have to be an elected official to send prayers of comfort to these families. You don’t have to be here … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/12/13/senate-passes-final-2024-defense-bill-including-budd-secured-wins-for-nc/ | Senate Passes Final 2024 Defense Bill Including Budd-Secured Wins for NC | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. Senate passed the Conference Report of the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This is the final version of the annual defense bill and will be sent to the president to be signed into law after the House approves it. Senator Ted Budd (R-NC), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, voted in favor of the package after successfully securing several wins for North Carolina. Senator Budd supported a 5.2% pay raise for North Carolina servicemembers and their families, secured authorization of more than $890 million for construction at North Carolina’s military installations, added a provision to protect F-15E Strike Eagles at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, and a provision to assess optimal force structure for special operations forces, supporting U.S Army Special Operations Command at Fort Liberty (formerly, Fort Bragg). Senator Budd said in a statement: “In order to be a strong nation, we need a strong military. The NDAA’s conference report provides significant support to North Carolina’s servicemembers, their families, and our military installations. At the same time, it limits divestment of F-15E fighters, which not only bolsters North Carolina’s Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, but maintains one of our country’s most reliable fighter aircraft for the remainder of this decade.” “This year’s package also helps the United States confront the Chinese Communist Party, invests in American manufacturing, and secures critical supply chains. I am thrilled to see this package pass both chambers and look forward to it soon being signed into law.” Wins for North Carolina: 5.2% pay raise for North Carolina servicemembers and their families. Authorizes over $890 million for military construction and planning and design funding for North Carolina’s military installations including: Fort Liberty, formerly Fort Bragg ($263.5 million total authorized) $61 million to construct an Aircraft Maintenance Hangar $85 million to construct a new prototype barracks… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-bipartisan-working-group-requests-input-on-paid-leave-proposals | Tillis, Bipartisan Working Group Requests Input on Paid Leave Proposals | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues announced that the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional paid family leave working group is seeking information from experts, researchers, organizations, and others as the Congressional working group explores bipartisan, flexible, sustainable paid leave proposals. “As a father, grandfather, and former caregiver to my grandmother who suffered from Alzheimer’s, I know first-hand the value of family and medical leave, and the positive impact it has on individuals and workforce development,” said Senator Tillis. “Parents, families, and economic productivity thrive when employees don’t have to choose between taking care of their family and participating in the workforce. I’m proud to work on a bipartisan basis to pursue family and medical leave policies that will support millions of families across North Carolina and the country.” The lawmakers penned a letter to a wide range of individuals, organizations, researchers, policy experts, and others to request suggestions for expanding access to paid parental, caregiving, and personal medical leave in a bipartisan, fiscally responsible and sustainable way. The full letter can be found HERE and below. To Whom It May Concern: As members of the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional working group exploring solutions to expand access to paid leave for all Americans, we write with strong interest in hearing diverse stakeholder input. To inform our efforts, we invite individuals, organizations, researchers, policy experts, and others, to share your suggestions for expanding access to paid parental, caregiving, and personal medical leave in a bipartisan, fiscally responsible and sustainable way. We will closely review submissions to help inform ongoing bipartisan efforts, and individual submissions will be kept confidential. Please note, trustworthy data and research with proper citations will be appreciated. We invite your response to the following: 1. What should the federal role be, if any, in providing, promo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-demand-doj-address-ccp-influence-on-college-campuses | Tillis, Colleagues Demand DOJ Address CCP Influence on College Campuses | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently penned a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland expressing serious concern about Chinese Communist Party (CCP) influence over Chinese Students and Scholars Associations (CSSAs) at American colleges and universities. Recent reports suggest that the Chinese government is increasingly pushing its agenda on our nation’s campuses through student organizations such as CSSAs. The letter urges the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to determine whether CSSAs need to register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) for their work on behalf of the CCP, which would help combat this influence on campus. “We write to express serious concern about Chinese Communist Party (CCP) influence over Chinese Students and Scholars Associations (CSSAs) at our nation’s colleges and universities. With the closure of many Confucius Institutes, the CCP is relying on other actors, including CSSAs, to influence U.S. academic institutions. This issue requires greater attention from the United States government,” the senators wrote. “Troubling communications from CSSAs have been reported at U.S. universities. For example, a graduate student at the University of Colorado-Boulder told her professor that the CSSA president had called late at night to inquire about the department faculty's work on Tibet. In another case, a Chinese national who was a former University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate student said he received a ‘deluge’ of abusive CSSA emails accusing him of ‘being a traitor to [China], including one death threat,’ after expressing belief that a CSSA list-serv email proposed racist and inappropriate slogans to protest a visit by the Japanese Prime Minister. A China expert and professor at the University of California-Riverside stated that CSSAs are a ‘tool of government’s foreign ministry.’ He added that ‘the effect of that surveillance is less that certain people are caught and punished and more that virtually all Chinese students know they could be reported… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-health-legislation-passes-committee | Hudson Health Legislation Passes Committee | 2023-12-12 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC - Last week, Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09) announced his bill, H.R. 1352,the Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act of 2023, passed through a House Energy and Commerce committee legislative markup with bipartisan support. The legislation will now move to the House floor for final passage. “Americans deserve every option for affordable prescription drugs.” said Rep. Hudson “That is why I stopped at no end to get this bill through the Committee by working with my colleagues across the aisle and negotiating the best opportunities to provide affordable medicines. I look forward to continuing to move this bill all the way to the President’s desk.” The Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act of 2023 would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a demonstration project to increase access to biosimilar biological products through Medicare. The Increasing Access to Biosimilars Act of 2023 was reported to the Full House, as amended, by a roll call vote of 44 yeas to 0 nays. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-enhance-and-expedite-access-to-the-9-8-8-suicide-and-crisis-lifeline | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Enhance and Expedite Access to the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | 2023-12-12 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA), co-founders of the bipartisan Senate Mental Health Caucus, recently introduced the Local 9-8-8 Response Act of 2023. The legislation would expedite the process of connecting callers with their nearest call center so they can receive appropriate care from mental health professionals as quickly and as safely as possible, while still protecting user privacy. “From the creation of the 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to historic mental health investments included in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, we have made substantial progress in recent years in expanding access to quality mental health care,” said Senator Tillis. “This legislation furthers that goal by ensuring those experiencing a mental health crisis receive rapid and localized care when calling the Lifeline, and I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation with my colleagues to make lifesaving mental health care more accessible.” Background: The 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has been critical for supporting Americans in crisis, but currently, calls to the hotline are routed by area code rather than by the caller’s location. This system leads to callers oftentimes being connected to centers that cannot connect them with additional mental health assistance. As awareness of the hotline increases, it is crucial to ensure that the line can quickly connect callers to a range of mental health services and a full continuum of care. Specifically, the legislation would improve access to and the accuracy of 9-8-8 response by: Requiring the FCC to route calls based on the proximity of a caller to the call center, not their area code. The bill specifies that a caller’s specific location should not be revealed or discernible; Instructing carriers to allow calls and texts to 9-8-8 even if their phone plan is inactive or the carrier is experiencing service interruptions or failures, just as they currently do for 911 calls; Obligating multi-line systems like hotel and office phones to … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-support-pregnant-and-postpartum-women | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Support Pregnant and Postpartum Women | 2023-12-11 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the bipartisan Pregnant and Postpartum Women Treatment Reauthorization Act to ensure pregnant and postpartum women across the United States have reliable access to mental health and substance use disorder care. This bipartisan legislation reauthorizes residential treatment programs for pregnant and postpartum women and enhances comprehensive substance use disorder (SUD) treatments, prevention and recovery support, parenting training, mental health counseling, and harm reduction interventions. “I’ve heard the heartbreaking stories of countless families in North Carolina and across the country who have lost loved ones to substance use and overdoses,” said Senator Tillis. “We owe it to future generations to address this unfolding crisis and save lives by increasing access to life-saving treatments, prevention and recovery support, and mental health counseling for pregnant and postpartum women struggling with substance use disorder. This legislation will take a positive step in ensuring all moms and babies benefit from comprehensive, family-centric recovery and support services.” Background: Drug overdose deaths, involving synthetic opioids like fentanyl, reached record highs in 2020 and 2021, with pregnant women experiencing more overdoses than ever before. The PPW program supports evidence-based parenting and treatment models to reduce substance use among pregnant women. Grant funds to PPW programs aim to ensure access to services for low-income women and combat maternal health disparities. The Pregnant and Postpartum Women Treatment Reauthorization Act will support public and non-profit entities that offer PPW programs. “On behalf of the National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors (NASADAD), I am writing in support of the Pregnant and Postpartum Women Treatment Reauthorization Act. Thank you for introducing this important legislation. As a result, more pregnant and postpartum women have access to these comprehensiv… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-introduces-legislation-prevent-medicare-physician-reimbursement-cuts | Murphy Introduces Legislation to Prevent Medicare Physician Reimbursement Cuts | 2023-12-09 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has introduced legislation, the Preserving Seniors' Access to Physicians Act, a bipartisan measure to prevent the full Medicare physician fee schedule cuts from being implemented on January 1, 2024. "Washington spends a lot of time talking about protecting health care access for Medicare patients, yet year after year, makes it more difficult for doctors to take care of them," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D."This bill takes action on a critical issue others refuse to do - pays physicians, who serve Medicare patients out of the goodness of their hearts, because Medicare payments simply don’t pay for the cost of care. I am past done with the onslaught of cuts made by politicians and unelected bureaucrats who regard doctors and patients as little more than cogs in the wheels of health care. Sooner, rather than later, physicians are just going to stop taking Medicare. If you own the hardware store, why would you sell a hammer for a dollar when it costs you two dollars? Enough is enough. This is one more step towards fixing the broken Medicare system." Co-Leads: Rep. Danny Davis (IL-07), Rep. Brad Wenstrup, D.P.M. (OH-02), Rep. Michael Burgess, M.D. (TX-26), Rep. Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08), Rep. Jimmy Panetta (CA-19). Background In November 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a rule that would decrease Medicare reimbursement for physician services by 3.4% beginning on January 1, 2024. Compounded with CMS’ own estimates of a projected 4.6% increase in practice cost expenses for next year, physicians will be faced with an 8% cut unless Congress acts. According to the American Medical Association, when adjusted for inflation, Medicare physician payment has already declined 26% from 2001 to 2023. Consistent Medicare reimbursement cuts to physicians have negative secondary and tertiary implications for our health care system. It also threatens the viability, particularly of physician practices in rural and underserved communities, to … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-announces-2023-congressional-app-challenge-winners | Hudson Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winners | 2023-12-07 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – In recognition of Computer Science Education Week, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) today announced the winners of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for North Carolina’s 9th District. “The Congressional App Challenge is a great opportunity for our region’s middle and high school students to showcase their creativity and computer skills on the national level,” said Rep. Hudson. “Congratulations to this year's winners from Lee County High School for their innovative app design, and thank you to all of our region’s students who participated in this year’s competition.” Below are the winning selections for North Carolina’s 9th District: 1st Place: Erik Mejia, Jose Martinez Lopez, and Juan Gomez from Lee County High School in Sanford. ClassConnect, an app designed with the primary goal of enhancing the efficiency of student grouping for teachers, ultimately improving collaboration and social interaction. 2nd Place: Jy'Mir Fuller from Jordan-Matthews High School in Siler City. An app designed for a local small business to streamline services for increased customer convenience. The Congressional App Challenge was launched by the U.S. House of Representatives to encourage student innovation and engagement in computer science and STEM. This national effort seeks to inspire students from every corner of the country to explore coding and computer science through hands-on practice by creating an app. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-legislation-to-protect-energy-supply-chain-amend-nuclear-regulatory | Hudson Legislation to Protect Energy Supply Chain, Amend Nuclear Regulatory Commission Advances to House Floor | 2023-12-06 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09) announced two pieces of his legislation, the Protecting America’s Distribution Transformer Supply Chain Act and the Advanced Nuclear Deployment Act, passed by the House Energy and Commerce Committee legislative markup. Both pieces of legislation will now move to the full House for final passage. “This past weekend was the one-year anniversary of the Moore County grid attack, so take it from me and my 45,000 neighbors: we cannot afford disruptions to our grid,” said Rep. Hudson. “I appreciate the support and dedication my fellow committee members have shown for prioritizing our grid security, and for their continued commitment to unlock reliable American energy production. I am hopeful this much-needed legislation will be brought up soon for a vote before the full House of Representatives.” Protecting America’s Distribution Transformer Supply Chain Act: In June, Rep. Hudson introduced the Protecting America’s Distribution Transformer Supply Chain Act ahead of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security field hearing in Moore County. The legislation builds on Rep. Hudson's work to strengthen our nation's energy security, and repeals the Department of Energy’s authority to propose, finalize, implement, administer, or enforce any energy efficiency standard for distribution transformers for the next five years. In December 2022, the Department of Energy proposed new energy efficiency standards for three types of distribution transformers. If finalized as proposed, the standards will yield minor energy savings and further disrupt the nation’s supply chain by causing lead times to procure transformers to increase from months to years. Rep. Hudson’s legislation ensures transformers remain more than 97% energy-efficient while giving the industry five years to strengthen domestic supply chains at current regulatory standards. The Protecting America’s Distribution Transformer Supply Chain Act is led by Rep. Hudson and cos… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/12/06/budd-calls-on-biden-to-include-border-policy-in-national-security-bill/ | Budd Calls on Biden to Include Border Policy in National Security Bill | 2023-12-06 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — In a speech on the Senate floor today, Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) called on President Biden and Senate Democrats to include border security funding and policy changes in the proposed national security supplemental spending package. Key excerpts: “As we confront a dangerous global situation, we cannot ignore the fact that for America to be a strong nation, we must first be strong at home. Before we can help countries protect their borders thousands of miles away, we must first protect our own borders. The biggest threat to our national security right now is the wide open southern border.” “This crisis must be dealt with, and dealt with now. That’s why Senate Republicans have offered the Biden White House a deal: Include proven border policies in the House-passed H.R. 2 to the national security spending package, and you’ll have our support – A clear pathway. But so far, this White House is more interested in playing politics and continuing to ignore the border crisis altogether.” “The bottom line here is that in order to be a strong nation, we have to have strong borders. And right now, we don’t have that. So I want to call on President Biden to change course, work with us so that we can solve this crisis together. We know what to do. All we need is a president who takes this seriously and fulfills his oath to protect and defend this country.” Watch the full speech: Read the full speech: Forces of evil and instability are on the march around the globe. In the Middle East, Hamas massacred more than 1,200 Israelis and 33 Americans. Iran – the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism – continues to finance, provide training for, and authorize attacks against U.S. forces across the region. In Europe, Russia continues its brutality against Ukraine and is fomenting conflict in the Balkans, further threatening peace and stability in Europe. Meanwhile, China is rapidly expanding its military, threatening our allies and partners, and stealing billions in Americans’ intellectual property. All of… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-announces-us-service-academy-nominees-north-carolinas-11th-district | Edwards announces U.S. service academy nominees for North Carolina’s 11th District | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today announced the newest class of service academy nominations for North Carolina’s 11th District. Twelve high school students from Western North Carolina have received nominations to attend one of the United States service academies, including the U.S. Military Academy (West Point), the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. After a competitive application and interview process, Congressman Edwards and his Military Service Academy Selection Committee nominated the following students: Cayden Cannon from Christ School: U.S. Military Academy (West Point) Miles Edwards from Asheville High School: U.S. Air Force Academy Luke Garner from Christ School: U.S. Air Force Academy Cedric Gordon from Asheville High School: U.S. Air Force Academy Matthew Hyatt from North Buncombe High School: U.S. Naval Academy William Lawing from Nesbitt Discovery Academy: U.S. Air Force Academy Nathaniel Leftwich from Pisgah High School: U.S. Naval Academy James Lilly from Christ School: U.S. Naval Academy Michael Puzerewski from Holy Innocence Academy: U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Chloe Smith from North Henderson High School: U.S. Naval Academy Lillian Whitesides from Franklin High School: U.S. Naval Academy Anita Zavyalova from A.C. Reynolds High School: U.S. Naval Academy "One of the most sacred responsibilities I have as a member of Congress is to help select the future leaders of America’s military through a highly selective process. This is an exceptional group of nominees, and the families of these individuals should be extremely proud. I look forward to watching these students represent the best that Western North Carolina and the United States has to offer," said Congressman Edwards. "Congratulations to our 2023 nominees!" The honor of attending a service academy comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400129 | Foxx Congratulates McHenry on His Service to North Carolina | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Virginia Foxx | F000450 | foxx.house.gov | foxx | https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement on the retirement of Congressman Patrick McHenry: “Throughout his entire career in the People’s House, Congressman McHenry has not only been a reliable and visible leader, but he has also been a steadfast friend to many – me included. From his service as the Chairman of the Financial Services Committee to his critical role as Speaker Pro Tem that he assumed this year, Congressman McHenry’s leadership has served as a model that future generations of North Carolinians will study and seek to replicate for years to come. May God bless him, his wife Giulia, and their children in the months and years ahead.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-retirement-of-rep-patrick-mchenry | Hudson Releases Statement on Retirement of Rep. Patrick McHenry | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09) released the following statement on the retirement of Rep. Patrick McHenry (NC-10): “Patrick McHenry is a giant of the House and will go down in history as one of the most consequential Members to have ever served in the US Congress. "His decades of service to the people of North Carolina and his leadership as Speaker Pro Tem during an unprecedented time for the House of Representatives will leave a lasting impact on future generations. I have known Patrick for 30 years and I am proud to call him my close friend. "I wish Patrick, Giulia, and the family all the best in this next chapter of their lives.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-announces-1-billion-grant-for-raleigh-to-richmond-commuter-rail | Tillis Announces $1 Billion Grant for Raleigh to Richmond Commuter Rail | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis announced a $1 billion grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for a new passenger rail route between Raleigh, NC and Richmond, VA. The route will be along the CSX Transportation “S-Line” as a part of the Southeast Corridor that will better connect North Carolina with Virginia, Washington D.C., and the Northeast Corridor. “This $1 billion grant for North Carolina to make progress on the Raleigh to Richmond Rail Line is a big win for economic development in the region,” said Senator Tillis. “I’m proud this investment was made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that I helped negotiate, write, and pass into law.” The project improves system and service performance by developing a resilient and reliable passenger rail route that will also contribute to freight and supply chain resiliency in the Southeast. NCDOT and Amtrak will provide a 20% non-Federal match. Following selection, FRA will work with the recipient to establish and obligate the Phased Funding Agreement. FRA anticipates an initial obligation of FY22-23 funds under the agreement of up to $479,416,000, with contingent commitments from Advance Appropriations in FY24-26 providing the balance of funds. For a list of specific BIL infrastructure grants, click HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T22:34:08Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-announces-3-5-million-in-grants-for-nc-rail-identification-and-development | Tillis Announces $3.5 Million in Grants for NC Rail Identification and Development | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis announced $3.5 million in grant fundingfrom the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to identify potential new rail routes or improvements across North Carolina. The Corridor sponsors would enter Step 1 of the program to develop a scope, schedule, and cost estimate for preparing, completing, or documenting its service development plan. “This $3.5 million in grant funding to identify and develop potential rail lines across North Carolina could be transformational in how North Carolinians travel,” said Senator Tillis. “I’m proud these investments were made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that I helped negotiate, write, and pass into law.” The following corridors were awarded $500,000 for identification and development: Charlotte to Washington, DC Corridor The proposed Corridor would provide improvements to the existing state-supported Carolinian service between Charlotte, NC and Washington, DC (with existing service continuing north to New York, NY) by improving/adding services in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point, Raleigh, Durham, Salisbury, and Burlington NC and Petersburg, Richmond, Fredericksburg and Alexandria, Virginia by addressing infrastructure capacity constraints. Improvements include constructing/rehabilitating a partially abandoned alignment between Raleigh, NC and Petersburg, VA that is more direct than the existing routing through Rocky Mount, NC, potentially shaving more than an hour off the end-to-end travel time. Charlotte to Atlanta, Georgia Corridor The proposed Corridor would provide new service on a new high speed rail alignment between Charlotte, NC and Atlanta, GA, with potential intermediate stops including Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport in South Carolina and Augusta and Athens, GA, then serving a downtown Atlanta station and terminating at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, the world’s busiest airport. Charlotte to Kings Mountain Corridor The proposed Corridor would connect Kings Mount… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-statement-on-representative-mchenry-s-retirement | Tillis Statement on Representative McHenry’s Retirement | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis released the following statement on the retirement of Representative Patrick McHenry: “Congressman McHenry has been an extraordinary leader and problem solver who always rises to the occasion, most recently spearheading a bipartisan deal that saved our country from default and secured the largest spending cut in history. It’s been an honor to work with Patrick and call him a friend. While Congress will sorely miss his leadership, Susan and I wish Patrick, Giulia, and their beautiful family the very best.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-meets-duke-energy-chinese-batteries-used-camp-lejeune | Murphy Meets with Duke Energy on Chinese Batteries Used at Camp Lejeune | 2023-12-04 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement in response to his meeting with representatives of Duke Energy after reports revealed the usage of Chinese batteries on Camp Lejeune: "I was recently informed that in 2014 the Obama administration invited Duke Energy to install Chinese-made batteries to be used for energy storage in a solar facility on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D."This troubling revelation makes me question my faith in the Department of Defense's decision protocols that enabled such a thing to happen on a military base. Further, this is a direct consequence of the ill-designed transition to sustainable energy on military installations started by former President Obama and accelerated by President Biden. A meeting today with Duke Energy was very productive in relaying my concerns.” “It is no secret – China is working diligently to undermine the United States every single day. Earlier this year we witnessed a Chinese spy balloon be allowed by the Biden administration to traverse the entire US collecting data in sensitive areas including military bases. While we are not in a ballistic conflict with the Chinese Communist Party, the Biden administration is seemingly willing to overlook national security concerns in pursuit of the almighty grail of clean energy. The CCP has no better friend in the United States right now than the leadership in the Biden Administration." "I have been assured by Duke Energy that the batteries were taken offline on Friday of last week. I am grateful for the aggressive oversight of Senator Marco Rubio and Chairman Mike Gallagher on this critical issue. As the member representing Onslow County and Camp Lejeune, I will continue to monitor the situation closely. I will not stand for the infiltration of our military by the Chinese Communist Party." Background On Friday last week, November 30th, members of the House Armed Services Committee and Senate Armed Services Committee sent a letter to Secret… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/12/04/budd-murray-lead-bipartisan-bill-help-military-retain-skilled-nurses/ | Budd, Murray Lead Bipartisan Bill Help Military Retain Skilled Nurses | 2023-12-04 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senators Ted Budd (R-NC) and Patty Murray (D-WA) have introduced the Retain Educated Workers and Registered Nurses Developing (REWARD) Experience Act, which would empower the Military Health System to retain skilled nurses as they pursue higher education. The legislation gives the hiring manager of a military medical center the ability to waive certain General Schedule (GS) qualification standards related to work experience for nurses at military medical treatment facilities if they deem the nurse or practical nurse fit to perform the required duties. The legislative text of the bill is HERE. Sen. Budd said in a statement: “As our country faces a shortage of qualified nurses, this bipartisan proposal provides a common sense fix that would cut through bureaucratic requirements to help the military keep dedicated healthcare professionals on the job without taking a pay cut. I’d like to thank Senator Murray for co-leading this bill with me.” Senator Murray said: “Our new bipartisan legislation would provide a common-sense fix to incentivize skilled nurses to stay in the military health care system, where their services are so important to getting servicemembers and their families timely access to high-quality care. Staffing shortages are a challenge for health care facilities across the country, and we must keep working to find ways to retain qualified and experienced nurses in military health care facilities and ensure servicemembers and their families get the care they deserve—I’m proud to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to get that done.” Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) President and CEO Lt Gen Brian Kelly, USAF (Ret) said: “MOAA supports the REWARD Act that will help military hospitals and clinics retain experienced civilian nurses as they further their education and achieve higher levels of licensure. MOAA’s spring advocacy campaign last year raised concerns about health care workforce challenges, so we appreciate the REWARD Act will help DoD retain … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:56:20Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/12/tillis-colleagues-demand-answers-from-biden-on-latest-iran-sanctions-waiver | Tillis, Colleagues Demand Answers from Biden on Latest Iran Sanctions Waiver | 2023-12-04 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen, and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin demanding answers over the administration’s lack of a cohesive Iran strategy given the recent decision to extend an Iran sanctions waiver. As Israel continues to battle Iranian-backed Hamas and the regime’s proxies increase their attacks against U.S. personnel in the region, the Biden Administration on November 13 issued a waiver providing Iran access to approximately $10 billion. “On August 18, 2023, we wrote to express our concern over the administration’s decision to release $6 billion worth of frozen Iranian assets in exchange for the return of American detainees. This decision reinforced an incredibly dangerous precedent of providing ransom payments to the world’s greatest state sponsor of terrorism and put a price on the life of every American overseas. Understanding the grave error of the unfreezing of Iranian assets and the danger this action poses to U.S. lives and interests, it is therefore alarming to hear that the administration is doubling down on its appeasement strategy by actively working to provide Iran with access to billions more in funding,” the senators wrote. “As we said in August, money is fungible. Combined with the $10 billion waiver extension, the administration has provided Iran with access to roughly $16 billion in assets over the past four months; assets that can be used—now or in the future—to offset the cost of the Iranian regime’s increase in destabilizing activities across the region. A strong signal of deterrence—utilizing military, economic, and diplomatic tools—is needed if we want to stop the attacks against U.S. personnel and prevent the war in Gaza from expanding into a protracted regional conflict. Unfortunately, the administration’s military and economic responses to Iran and its proxies have not only been disproportionate, they appear to be completely disjointed,” the senators… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-highlights-work-to-strengthen-grid-resiliency-on-anniversary-of-moore-county | Hudson Highlights Work to Strengthen Grid Resiliency on Anniversary of Moore County Attack | 2023-12-01 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09) released the following statement in recognition of the upcoming one year anniversary of the Moore County attack: “One year ago, our community was intentionally attacked. While the days following the attack were difficult, I am so proud of how our community came together in the face of adversity. “Over the last year, I have focused on leading discussions and advancing legislation at the federal level to improve our grid resilience, harden our infrastructure, and strengthen our energy supply chain—not just here in the Sandhills, but across the country. We have been making great strides, and I will not stop fighting for grid security and energy independence in Washington. No community across the country should experience what our community endured. “I want to thank Moore County Sheriff Ronnie Fields and our local law enforcement for their quick response during those dark days, and for their ongoing investigations to determine who is responsible for last December’s attack. We must hold those responsible for this act accountable and I will continue to support law enforcement as they conduct their investigation.” Timeline of Rep. Hudson’s Actions to Secure the Energy Grid: December 2022: Rep. Hudson toured Duke Energy power substation which was attacked and received a briefing on the recent power outages in Moore County. January 2023: Rep. Hudson organized a classified briefing from the FBI for Members of Congress on attacks targeting US electrical infrastructure. February 2023: Rep. Hudson urged the Department of Energy to provide fair and prompt consideration of the North Carolina Electric Membership Corporations application to the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships Topic Area 2 Grant Competition. March 2023: Rep. Hudson cosponsored and voted in favor of H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, legislation to lower energy costs for Americans, remove the bureaucratic red tape holding our energy industry back, and unleash America’s energy independence. Ma… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-statement-on-vote-to-expel-george-santos | Hudson Statement on Vote to Expel George Santos | 2023-12-01 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today,Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09) released the following statement: “The decision to remove one of our colleagues from the House of Representative is a serious and very sobering one. The House Ethics Committee conducted a thorough investigation that found Rep. Santos has violated House rules, stole money from his campaign, and lied to the American people.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-only-american-citizens-should-determine-representation-congress | Edwards: Only American citizens should determine representation in Congress | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today introduced the No Representation Without Legal Immigration Act to prohibit anyone who is not a United States citizen from counting toward the population totals that determine the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives. The No Representation Without Legal Immigration Act would take effect following the 2030 decennial census and any censuses thereafter, and would achieve the following: Prohibit the U.S. Census Bureau from counting non-U.S. citizens toward population totals that determine the number of representatives each state is given in the U.S. House. Nullify President Joe Biden’s “Executive Order on Ensuring a Lawful and Accurate Enumeration and Apportionment Pursuant to the Decennial Census,” which ordered that illegal immigrants and non-permanent residents be counted in the total population used to determine the number of House seats for each state (Jan. 20, 2021). “The No Representation Without Legal Immigration Act is a commonsense solution to restore and strengthen our democracy by making sure that only American citizens – not immigrants who are ineligible to vote – determine the number of congressional seats each state has,” said Congressman Edwards. “Congressional representation affects our policies, our people and the course of our nation’s history. Americans deserve representation that accurately reflects the number of persons actually eligible to vote in each state.” A 2020 Pew Research study found that according to the 2020 Census data, Texas, Florida and California would each lose one congressional seat, and Alabama, Minnesota and Ohio would each gain one congressional seat if unauthorized immigrants were not included in the population count. Endorsements: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-announces-new-leadership-chief-of-staff | Hudson Announces New Leadership Chief of Staff | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) announced he has named Jeff Morehouse as Leadership Chief of Staff. “I am very pleased that Jeff is joining our team in this leadership role,” said. Rep. Hudson. “I am confident his character, political acumen, and many years of experience on Capitol Hill will be a huge benefit to our team and the people we serve.” Prior to joining Hudson’s office, Morehouse served as the Managing Director of Government Affairs at ClearPath for nearly seven years and has 14 years of previous experience working in the House of Representatives. For six years, Morehouse served as Chief of Staff for former Texas Rep. Bill Flores, member of the House Committee on Energy & Commerce, and Chairman of the Republican Study Committee in the 114th Congress. In addition, he was previously Legislative Director and Appropriations Associate for former Texas Rep. John Culberson and served other roles for Rep. Culberson since 2003. Morehouse will replace Billy Constangy who now serves as Executive Director of Team Johnson, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson’s political office. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-introduces-legislation-to-amend-nuclear-regulatory-commission | Hudson Introduces Legislation to Amend Nuclear Regulatory Commission | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) reintroduced the Advanced Nuclear Deployment Act, legislation to amend the authorities at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security, passed Rep. Hudson's draft legislation through markup on October 24th. “At the beginning of this Congress, I promised to support and lead legislation that expands the availability of affordable, reliable energy,” said Rep. Hudson. “We must enhance America’s competitiveness in energy deployment. I am proud to reintroduce this important piece of legislation, which will reduce emissions and increase our production of clean, accessible, safe energy.” The proposed changes would reduce barriers to entry for commercial developers of advanced nuclear reactor technology, provide regulatory certainty, and reduce bureaucratic red tape with applications for ANR development, implementation, and demonstration. “In our home state of Washington, we have adopted an ambitious goal to completely eliminate carbon emissions from our energy generation portfolio by 2045,” said Rep. Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08). “This means we need to construct new emissions-free capacity resources like advanced nuclear, in addition to wind and solar and the abundant hydropower we already benefit from. By expanding our nuclear portfolio, in addition to hydroelectric baseload power, we can integrate renewables onto the grid, increase grid reliability, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions while keeping energy bills affordable.” To read the legislation, click here. The proposed changes outlined in the Advanced Nuclear Deployment Act requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to: Recommend to Congress additional procedures to further facilitate the expedited licensing of new nuclear reactors. Report to Congress on an explanation of a delay in the planning and roll out of the expedited process if the delay exceeds 90 days. Establish and implement schedules that provide target … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphys-federal-election-audit-act-passes-committee-house-administration | Murphy's Federal Election Audit Act Passes Committee on House Administration | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D.'s Federal Election Audit Act passed favorably through the Committee on House Administration. This legislation provides federal funds to states that wish to conduct comprehensive post-election audits in an effort to increase transparency and improve election integrity. "I'm grateful my commonsense legislation to empower states and ensure the security of their elections passed through the Committee on House Administration favorably," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "American voters are entitled to vote with full confidence that their voices will be heard. Election procedures are complex, and we must devote resources to ensure they are being carried out efficiently and fairly. Good stewardship of our elections is not easy, and states need resources to carry out the job." Background The Federal Election Audit Act, included in the American Confidence in Elections Act, permits states to use requirements payments, or grant funds, to conduct audits of the accuracy and effectiveness of voting systems and election procedures. Important Characteristics: Audits are to be conducted independently – state and local officials or contractors of such offices may not conduct an audit. Audits are comprehensive – the bill prescribes what an examination would cover including voter registration, voter check-in, voting, tabulation, canvassing and post-election procedures. Audits are timely – states’ audits should be conducted before the expiration of when one can challenge the results of an election under state law. Watch Rep. Murphy's remarks on the bill in committee here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/30/budd-colleagues-call-on-white-house-to-reverse-course-on-digital-trade-and-stand-up-to-china/ | Budd, Colleagues Call on White House to Reverse Course on Digital Trade and Stand Up to China | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has joined a bipartisan coalition of 32 Senators to urge President Biden to reverse a decision by the U.S. Trade Representative to abandon long-held positions at the World Trade Organization (WTO) that allow the free flow of information across borders, protect against the forced transfer of American technology, and promote open markets for digital goods exported by American creators and businesses. The letter was led by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-ID). The full text of the letter is below: We write to express our concerns with the decision of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to stop supporting key commitments in the e-commerce negotiations at the World Trade Organization (WTO)—and potentially in other negotiations. These commitments reflect bipartisan principles that, until now, the United States has strongly supported across political parties, administrations, and the federal government: an open internet that promotes the flow of information across borders to support American exports and American values. USTR’s decision to abandon these commitments at the WTO creates a policy vacuum that China and Russia will fill. Accordingly, before changing the longstanding U.S. position, we request that you work with Congress and run a comprehensive consultation process—with other federal agencies, with the public, and with us—to reach a consensus U.S. position on these issues that promotes U.S. competitiveness, innovation, and jobs. For decades, the United States has been at the helm of global leadership on protecting, promoting, and expanding the open internet as both a means of worldwide connectivity and an engine of U.S. economic growth and opportunity. This effort has long been a feature of U.S. trade policy: the United States advocated for commitments to ensure the free flow of information in WTO rules agreed to almost 30 years ago, and our trade agreements with Korea, Mexico, Canada, and Japan include st… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/30/budd-scott-colleagues-demand-answers-on-latest-iran-sanctions-waiver/ | Budd, Scott, Colleagues Demand Answers on Latest Iran Sanctions Waiver | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has joined a coalition letter led by Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen, and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin demanding further information about the administration’s lack of a cohesive Iran strategy given the recent decision to extend an Iran sanctions waiver. On November 13, the Biden Administration issued a waiver providing Iran access to approximately $10 billion. The letter was also signed by: Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS) Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Mike Braun (R-IN), J.D. Vance (R-OH), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), John Cornyn (R-TX), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Marco Rubio (R-FL), John Hoeven (R-ND), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Steve Daines (R-MO), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Tom Cotton (R-AR), John Barrasso (R-WY), Katie Britt (R-AL), Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Deb Fischer (R-NE). The full text of the letter is below: On August 18, 2023, we wrote to express our concern over the administration’s decision to release $6 billion worth of frozen Iranian assets in exchange for the return of American detainees. This decision reinforced an incredibly dangerous precedent of providing ransom payments to the world’s greatest state sponsor of terrorism and put a price on the life of every American overseas. Understanding the grave error of the unfreezing of Iranian assets and the danger this action poses to U.S. lives and interests, it is therefore alarming to hear that the administration is doubling down on its appeasement strategy by actively working to provide Iran with access to billions more in funding. On October 7, 2023, Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists attacked Israel, brutally killing an estimated 1,200 civilians and taking over 200 hostages. In response, the administration reached an agreement with Qatar on October 12 to temporarily prevent the unfrozen assets—now held at Qatari financial institutions—fr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-demands-democrats-prioritize-fixing-broken-border-policies | Tillis Demands Democrats Prioritize Fixing Broken Border Policies | 2023-11-30 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Thom Tillis delivered remarks on the Senate floor to highlight the serious national security and humanitarian crises at our Southern border and the need for Democrats to work across the aisle and prioritize policies to secure our southern border. The speech comes as nearly 8 million individuals have illegally crossed our Southern border since President Biden assumed office including individuals on the terrorism watchlist. Watch the speech HERE. Senator Tillis on Increased Border Crossings: “The situation at the border has simply gotten out of control. I think it bears repeating. It's been said by some of the folks who spoke before we're talking about a fourfold increase. Donald Trump was president for four years. President Biden has been president for three years. And in three years, we have nearly four times the crossings that we did in the Trump Administration.” Senator Tillis on Losing Control of the Border: “We've lost operational control of the border. We don't have situational awareness at the border. Let me explain what that means when you have 1.5 million people that we know came into this country illegally. They paid money to a cartel five to fifty thousand dollars, depending upon what country they came from, to get in this country illegally. But some of them specifically want to go through a sector that the cartels specialize in, making sure that you never have to encounter a border agent. They're called got-aways. Over the last three years, 1.5 million got-aways have entered this country.” Senator Tillis onSupport for Border Security: “The American people now a majority; we're not talking a plurality; we're talking about a majority of the American people, Democrats, Independents, Republicans, agree that we have a major problem or crisis at the border. Biden needs to fix this problem. Biden needs to fix this problem for Senators that are running for re-election. This is not a situation where it's just Republicans saying we want a secure border. We always do a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/29/budd-hagerty-colleagues-renew-demand-for-transparency-on-taxpayer-funded-voter-mobilization/ | Budd, Hagerty, Colleagues Renew Demand for Transparency on Taxpayer-Funded Voter Mobilization | 2023-11-29 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has joined a coalition letter led by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) to President Biden renewing their call for transparency regarding the use of taxpayer dollars to implement an executive order instructing federal agencies to engage in voter mobilization. President Biden’s Executive Order 14019 would empower federal agencies to use taxpayer funds to implement or enter into agreements with partisan organizations that conduct voter mobilization activities. The letter was also signed by: Senators Mitch McConnell (R-KY), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Ron Johnson (R-WI), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Katie Britt (R-AL), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Mike Lee (R-UT), Mike Braun (R-IN), Rick Scott (R-FL), J.D. Vance (R-OH), James Lankford (R-OK), Bill Casidy (R-LA), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Jim Risch (R-ID), Steve Daines (R-MT), and Mike Crapo (R-ID). Senator Budd proposed the Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act on May 2, 2023, which would prevent the Biden administration from implementing the order. The full text of the letter is below: We are concerned by your failure to respond to our previous inquiry on May 10, 2023, regarding Executive Order 14019 on “Promoting Access to Voting.” This policy directive merits congressional oversight both as a general matter and under the Antideficiency Act. Accordingly, we write to reiterate our request for information regarding the implementation of this executive order, including copies of the plans submitted to the White House. Executive Order 14019 instructs federal agencies to engage in voter mobilization and submit a plan for doing so to the White House by September 2021. The Order outlines various activities in which agencies are to engage, including promoting mail-in voting and partnering with third-party organizations to register voters. Federal agencies should be focused on their defined missions in a nonpartisan manner, not using taxpayer fund… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-statement-on-epa-s-decision-to-stop-genx-shipment-to-fayetteville | Tillis Statement on EPA’s Decision to Stop GenX Shipment to Fayetteville | 2023-11-29 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis issued the following statement on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement to no longer allow Chemours to import GenX from their overseas facility to their facility in Fayetteville, North Carolina: “I am glad the EPA reversed its decision to allow wastewater with GenX to be sent to a facility in Fayetteville. It is vital all North Carolinians have access to safe water, and I’ll continue my work to address the risks posed by emerging PFAS contaminants, just like we did with the historic clean water investment in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.” Senator Tillis previously sent a letter with Congressmen Rouzer and Hudson to EPA Administrator Regan outlining concern with the shipment. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-eliminate-costly-health-care-fees | Murphy Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Eliminate Costly Health Care Fees | 2023-11-28 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Murphy introduced the No Fees for EFTs Act, bipartisan legislation to protect health care providers and patients from unnecessary fees associated with electronic fund transfers and payment transactions. "Fees associated with electronic transactions for physician services are an unnecessary and costly burden on providers and patients," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D."Greedy health insurers attempt to scalp doctors and patients every step of the way throughout the care process to line their pockets. We don't tolerate paying fees to receive direct deposit of a paycheck, likewise, doctors and patients should not be forced to pay predatory fees on electronic payments on essential health services." "Our doctors and hospitals in small and rural areas are already struggling to provide timely care without having to factor in the even greater administrative burdens and fees brought on by electronic fund transfers, or EFTs, and payment transactions," said Congresswoman Marianette Miller-Meeks, M.D. "As a doctor, I know how important it is to prioritize patient care. I also understand how the debilitating EFT fees, tacked on by an outdated Affordable Care Act provision, can shutter a practice, by mounting practice cost expenses, especially in a time of high inflation, when reimbursement does not keep pace. Our bill, the No Fees for EFTs Act, addresses the deceptive business practices of EFTs and protects a doctor's ability to provide quality patient care." "Healthcare plans forcing doctors to pay a fee to be paid for their services creates yet another hurdle in the healthcare system and prevents physicians from getting the compensation they deserve," said Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. "I am proud to continue to be a voice for physicians in the House by introducing this bipartisan legislation in hopes of prohibiting these excessive fees impacting our medical providers at a time when we are experiencing severe doctor shortages nationwide." "As we work towards a more efficient and … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/28/budd-calls-on-qatar-to-pressure-hamas-to-release-nc-hostage-in-floor-speech/ | Budd Calls on Qatar to Pressure Hamas to Release NC Hostage in Floor Speech | 2023-11-28 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — In a speech on the Senate floor today, Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) called on the government of Qatar to exert pressure on Hamas leaders living in Doha to immediately and unconditionally release all remaining hostages from Gaza, including North Carolina native Keith Siegel. Senator Budd also called on Qatar to extradite the Hamas leadership to the United States after the hostage crisis is resolved to face justice for the killing and kidnapping of Americans. Watch the full speech: Key excerpts: “While we are grateful for the release of some hostages over the weekend, our hearts remain with those still being held. This includes several Americans – including Keith Siegel, a native of my home state of North Carolina.” “In this clash between good and evil, the question that the United States should be asking is who can we count on to be on our side and who stands on the side of the terrorists.” “This brings us to the State of Qatar. This is a nation that hosts Hamas’ so-called “political office”, including Hamas’ leaders. From the safety of Doha, these terrorists gleefully watched and celebrated the attack on October 7th.” “Our two nations are friends, but sometimes friends must be honest with one another.” “Earlier this month, I met with the Qatari ambassador in my office. I told him in no uncertain terms that his government must pressure Hamas’ leaders living in Doha to immediately and unconditionally release all hostages.” “In the past two months, we’ve watched Hamas leaders use Qatar’s hospitality to buy time, prolonging the war and the hostage crisis from the comfort of their luxury accommodations.” “While Palestinians suffer in Gaza because of the war that Hamas started, we’ve seen Hamas leaders push their genocidal agenda from Doha – including multiple meetings with Iran’s foreign minister, and even a visit to Moscow.” “If Qatar’s leadership believes that any of this is consistent with what Washington has asked of them, it is not. So my message to the Qatari government is very simple: S… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-urge-cbp-to-stop-imports-of-clothing-made-with-forced-labor/50526aca-c6be-4f5b-8115-f103838d7f95 | Tillis, Colleagues Urge CBP to Stop Imports of Clothing Made with Forced Labor | 2023-11-28 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently sent a letter calling on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Acting Commissioner Miller to ensure Chinese companies aren’t evading U.S. laws against forced labor and costing American jobs by stepping up oversight and enforcement provisions in trade agreements with Central American and North American trading partners. “We write today seeking your attention to an urgent issue of trade enforcement with significant impacts on the livelihoods of Americans and our partners in Central America. Recent reports of textile and apparel mill closures in the United States raise serious concerns as the lack of effective customs enforcement has been cited repeatedly as a key factor contributing to declining demand,” the senators wrote. “This is particularly true with respect to commitments concerning the U.S. textile and apparel industry facilitated by the Dominican Republic-Central America FTA (CAFTA-DR) and the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The United States is a significant producer of high-quality cotton. It has a well-established and sophisticated spinning industry, as well as thread, fabric, and other textile and apparel producers. Regional partners in Central America, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Mexico, have developed a cut and sew industry that employs thousands of workers and complements U.S. production. The rules and benefits established by CAFTA-DR and USMCA provide the environment for a robust and integrated regional textiles and apparel supply chain that has, in turn, developed and supported production across numerous product categories and price points, while avoiding unnecessary climate emissions. This type of win-win partnership is what U.S. trade agreements should be delivering,” the senators continued. “As the U.S. textile and apparel industry is facing a number of unprecedented challenges including inflationary pressure, supply chain disruptions, and unfair competition from products made with force… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-call-on-biden-administration-to-enforce-sanctions-on-iran | Tillis, Colleagues Call on Biden Administration to Enforce Sanctions on Iran | 2023-11-27 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently sent a letter to President Biden urging him to immediately enforce oil sanctions on Iran as mandated by Congress. The letter also urges the administration to permanently freeze the $6 billion funding mechanism established in September’s hostage agreement with Iran. “We write to you during a time of global outrage and sorrow following Hamas’s unprecedented massacre in Israel which has left 1,400 dead, including at least 33 Americans. Iran’s fingerprints are all over the events of October 7th and ensuing escalations across the Middle East. Its leaders have provided Hamas and Hezbollah hundreds of millions of dollars in funding, weapons, and training, bolstering terrorists on Israel’s borders,” the senators wrote. “We ask that you take immediate action to permanently freeze the funding mechanism established in September’s hostage deal with Iran. This $6 billion would free up money for Iran to use not for the well-being of its own people but for nefarious purposes in the region and beyond. Blocking the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism from accessing this $6 billion – rescinding or revising all waivers and licensed involved – will hinder the regime’s ability to support the death and destruction of our allies,” the senators continued. “The world is now seeing the direct result of allowing Iran’s oil revenues to grow and unfreezing billions of dollars in its extraterritorial bank accounts. Congress has a responsibility to ensure sanctions are not only on the books but enforced to their fullest extent. As our trusted ally Israel endures devastation, we must prioritize enforcing all economic sanctions and restricting Iranian oil revenue,” the senators concluded. Read the full letter HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/26/budd-statement-on-release-of-first-u-s-hostages-from-gaza-renews-call-to-release-all-hostages-including-nc-native/ | Budd Statement on Release of First U.S. Hostages From Gaza, Renews Call to Release All Hostages, Including NC Native | 2023-11-26 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) released the following statement after a third group of hostages was released from Gaza on Sunday, including 4 year-old American Avigail Mor Idan, and Adrienne “Aviva” Siegel, wife of North Carolina native Keith Siegel: “We are pleased that some hostages have been released and are now home with their loved ones. We remain steadfast in our commitment to secure that freedom for North Carolina native Keith Siegel, Omer Neutra, and all hostages illegally held by Hamas terrorists. While we are encouraged by the government of Qatar’s efforts to mediate the release of some of the hostages, we renew our call to their government to exert pressure on Hamas leadership to release each and every hostage immediately and unconditionally.” Senator Budd met with Qatari Ambassador Meshal Al Thani on November 6 in Senator Budd’s Washington, D.C. office, and strongly urged his government to use their leverage on Hamas leaders currently residing in Doha, Qatar to immediately release all hostages, and hold those same Hamas leaders accountable once the hostage situation is fully resolved. A photo from that meeting is below: ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-members-of-nc-delegation-request-answers-from-epa-on-decision-to-approve-genx | Hudson, Members of NC Delegation Request Answers from EPA on Decision to Approve GenX Imports | 2023-11-21 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09) joined Members of the North Carolina Congressional Delegation in requesting answers from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan regarding the Agency's decision to allow Chemours to import GenX from their overseas facility to their facility in Fayetteville, North Carolina. In a letter sent to Administrator Regan last week, the Members wrote, "It is concerning this has been allowed given the presence of toxic chemicals in our communities’ drinking water resulting in contamination in at least eight counties in the Cape Fear River Basin. To this day, we still do not fully know the scope of the presence and impact of these chemicals." Rep. Hudson was joined by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07). In October of 2021, the EPA announced plans to add GenX as a hazardous substance under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Around the same time, the EPA issued its Final Human Health Toxicity Assessment for GenX, which showed potential for adverse health impacts. The Members outlined how this should have triggered a change in the process for importing GenX and led the EPA to notify the State. The Members further emphasized, "while we understand the EPA is not required by RCRA to notify a State when approving the import of non-hazardous chemicals, the lack of transparency and proactive notification is problematic and a breach of common courtesy at best….One could easily argue it was a breach of responsibility.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-reintroduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-support-startups-small-businesses | Tillis, Colleagues Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Startups, Small Businesses | 2023-11-21 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the Helping Angels Lead Our Startups (HALOS) Act, bipartisan legislation that would ensure that individuals who want to invest in startups do not face burdensome regulations, and allow those startups to get the investments they need to grow their business and create jobs. “Small business investors play a crucial role in allowing start-ups to grow and create more jobs, but too often face unnecessary regulatory requirements that deter investment,” said Senator Tillis. “This bipartisan legislation will remove burdensome regulations so we can invest in our small business and continue to grow our economy.” In order for startups to secure capital and grow their businesses, entrepreneurs commonly attend “demo days”, or conferences that allow startups to showcase their business model in front of valuable startup investors, such as “angel investors.” The HALOS Act would codify provisions finalized in SEC rules to ensure that startups can continue to present at demo days without facing onerous regulations, and instead preserve the same investor vetting process that angel investors have been using at demo days for years. This bipartisan legislation will enable startups to continue to get the investments they need to grow and create new jobs. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/20/senator-budd-urges-businesses-to-reject-esg-in-new-op-ed/ | Senator Budd Urges Businesses to Reject ESG in New Op-Ed | 2023-11-20 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has written an opinion piece for the Washington Examiner detailing the toxic nature of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives and urging good companies to return to the basic principles of business: serve your customers and deliver value. Highlights: “Whether it’s climate policy, race relations, or radical gender ideology, ESG has begun to displace the traditional business principles upon which successful companies were founded.” – “[Bud Light] violated the basic tenets of business, which are to know your customers, serve them, and deliver value. To abandon its customer base and imply that it needs to be rebranded is particularly disrespectful, and customers rightly rebelled. This should serve as a warning for corporate America: Personnel is policy.” – “When companies stray from their customer base and lose focus on their core principles, they draw the ire of the people and their elected representatives.” – “The fundamental truth is that to be a successful business of any size, you must be a good corporate citizen. You have to serve your customers, work hard, comply with the law, and deliver value for your shareholders.” – “It is ESG that damages the entire free enterprise system by misleading good companies to prioritize politics over profit. In the end, this approach will leave our country less prosperous and our people worse off. We must reject ESG and get back to basics if we are to save capitalism.” Read the full op-ed HERE or below: Businesses should reject ESG and get back to basics By Sen. Ted Budd November 20, 2023 06:00 AM Just 20% of people consider our economy to be excellent or good, according to the latest Gallup survey. They have every right to feel that way. President Joe Biden ’s economic plan has resulted in about a 3% drop in average wages — in real terms, adjusted for inflation — since 2020, while the costs of everyday goods have increased dramatically. Right now, too many working families are paying more and earning le… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-introduce-the-national-guard-and-reservists-debt-relief-extension-act | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce the National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Extension Act | 2023-11-20 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the bipartisan National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Extension Act to reauthorize an additional four years of relief for qualifying members of the National Guard and Reserves experiencing financial hardship. The legislation would protect a long-standing bipartisan carveout from means-testing restrictions in Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. “The men and women who serve in the National Guard and Reserves provide an invaluable service to our nation,” said Senator Tillis. “I am proud to co-sponsor this bipartisan legislation that will ensure protections for members if they fall on financial hardship.” The National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Extension Act of 2023 would reauthorize the National Guard and Reservists Debt Relief Act of 2008, which included a clause exempting qualifying members of reserve components of the Armed Forces and the National Guard from provisions in the Bankruptcy Code, which limit access to Chapter 7 bankruptcy based on recent income. Because National Guard members and reservists often receive higher pay while on active duty than at their civilian jobs, these limits could otherwise prevent them from receiving financial relief in bankruptcy. The National Guard and Reservist Debt Relief Extension Actensures they are not penalized for their service. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-recognize-the-service-of-hmong-veterans-during-the-vietnam-war | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Recognize the Service of Hmong Veterans During the Vietnam War | 2023-11-17 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act, bipartisan legislation to recognize the distinguished service of the Hmong veterans who served alongside American troops in the Vietnam War by awarding them a Congressional Gold Medal. “The Hmong bravely risked their lives to help our servicemembers during the Vietnam War,” said Senator Tillis. “Today, more than 10,000 Hmong people call North Carolina home, and we are beyond grateful for their patriotic service and cultural contributions to our state. It is my honor to work to pass this bipartisan legislation to recognize Hmong veterans for their heroic actions.” Background: As the Vietnam War spread south and west into Laos, the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) recruited and trained Hmong soldiers to help American troops fight back against the communist North Vietnamese and Pathet Lao. At great risk to the safety of themselves and their families, Hmong soldiers fought the ground war, flew combat missions, gathered intelligence on North Vietnamese troop movements, interrupted the Ho-Chi-Min Supply Trail, and rescued American pilots downed behind enemy lines. The Hmong people suffered heavy casualties, and their soldiers died at a rate ten times as high as that of American servicemembers in Vietnam. In the aftermath of the Vietnam War, many Hmong were displaced from their villages as they were either bombed or burned down by the North Vietnamese, and over 150,000 Hmong fled Laos when the nation fell to communist forces in 1975. Due to their ties with the American military, many Hmong came to the United States as refugees to start a new life. Over the ensuing decades, Hmong populations and their traditions have become engrained in communities in Michigan and across the United States. Currently, over 327,000 Hmong are living in the United States. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-ethics-committees-report-santos | Murphy on Ethics Committee's Report on Santos | 2023-11-16 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement in response to the Committee on Ethics' report on Representative George Santos: "I purposely waited for the results of the Ethics Committee's report to come out before passing judgment," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "However, given its findings of the facts of this case, I find his behavior reprehensible and not worthy of a member of Congress. I will vote to expel him." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/16/budd-leads-46-senators-to-demand-answers-over-biden-administrations-unprecedented-pause-of-firearms-export-licenses/ | Budd Leads 46 Senators to Demand Answers Over Biden Administration’s Unprecedented Pause of Firearms Export Licenses | 2023-11-16 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) led a group of 46 U.S. Senators in a letter to Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo raising questions over the decision announced last month by the Bureau of Industry and Security to pause for 90 days the issuance of export licenses for firearms, ammunition, and certain accessories to most overseas markets. This unprecedented move is the latest chapter in the Biden administration’s hostility towards America’s firearms industry. The letter notes the impact this unprecedented pause could have on “U.S. commercial and economic interests” which according to the firearms and ammunition industry has an estimated “direct cost of at least $89 million associated with the 90 day pause and at least $238 million annually should the pause become permanent.” Citing “significant concerns about the justifications for and ramifications of this pause” and concerns that the “unmet demand created by this action will promote opportunities for less scrupulous, professional, or conscientious sources of supply to fill the void, thereby strengthening illicit arms markets,” the Senators are demanding a response to their inquiry by no later than November 30. The letter was signed by Senators: Ted Budd (R-NC) Mitch McConnell (R-KY) John Thune (R-SD) John Barrasso, M.D. (R-WY) Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) Tim Scott (R-SC) Bill Hagerty (R-TN) Jim Risch (R-ID) Mike Crapo (R-ID) Joni Ernst (R-IA) Lindsey Graham (R-SC) Chuck Grassley (R-IA) Thom Tillis (R-NC) Rick Scott (R-FL) Roger Wicker (R-MS) Steve Daines (R-MT) Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) John Hoeven (R-ND) J.D. Vance (R-OH) John Kennedy (R-LA) Josh Hawley (R-MO) John Cornyn (R-TX) Katie Britt (R-AL) Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) Kevin Cramer (R-ND) Mike Lee (R-UT) Ted Cruz (R-TX) Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) Mike Rounds (R-SD) Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) Pete Ricketts (R-NE) Mike Braun (R-IN) Deb Fischer (R-NE) Eric Schmitt (R-MO) Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) Tom Cotton (R-AR) John Boozman (R-AR) Dan Sullivan (R-AK) Jerry M… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-lead-resolution-to-strengthen-economic-ties-with-israel | Tillis, Colleagues Lead Resolution to Strengthen Economic Ties with Israel | 2023-11-16 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced a resolution calling for the strengthening of economic ties between the U.S. and Israel. The resolution comes amid Israel’s war against Hamas in response to the terrorist group’s gruesome assault on southern Israel on October 7th, which has stunted Israel’s economy. “This resolution reiterates America’s support for the Israeli people and their economy following the brutal attacks carried out by Hamas on October 7th,” said Senator Tillis. “I am committed to working with my colleagues to ensure America and Israel’s economic relationship continues to thrive and grow during this difficult time.” Background: The U.S.-Israel Free Trade Agreement of 1985 has helped U.S.-Israel trade grow more than sevenfold since its inception and is an essential tool for supporting the Israeli economy during this time. In 2022, American companies exported $14.2 billion in goods and $5.8 billion in services to Israel. Major exports included machinery, mechanical appliances, stone, glass, metals, and chemicals. Israeli companies exported $21.4 billion in goods and $9.2 billion in services to the U.S. last year. Israeli companies’ foreign direct investment in the U.S. totaled $10.6 billion in 2022 and supported more than 20,000 American jobs. This resolution is endorsed by the National Taxpayers Union, the Center for Individual Freedom, and the Trade Alliance to Promote Prosperity. Text of the resolution is available HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-discusses-government-funding-border-security-ukraine-and-israel-aid-on-bloomberg-news | Tillis Discusses Government Funding, Border Security, Ukraine and Israel Aid on Bloomberg News | 2023-11-16 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis appeared on Bloomberg News’ Balance of Power with Kailey Leinz and Joe Mathieu to discuss government funding, aid to Israel and Ukraine, border security, and other topics. Senator Tillis on the Continuing Resolution: “This is a very expensive process, and we need a consistent longer-term view of spending. To the point in your prior segment, we’ve also got to get serious about our debt. We are going to reach a point where we’ll run out of our credit line. We are reaching a point now where mandatory spending alone will consume all the revenue coming into the U.S. government. What do we do with the 20% that’s not mandatory spending? So, we have to have a serious discussion about that at the same time that we’re dealing with the conflict in Ukraine, Israel, and other threats.” Senator Tillis on President Biden’s Supplemental Budget Request: “We’re involved in discussions, and we should be instructed by the President’s request. The President did request funding for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, but also for border security. We have to get the four legs of that stool together. We’re actively working on a border security strategy, which I think is critically important. Of course, we have to support Israel, and I am 100% behind sustaining the investment for Ukraine.” Senator Tillis on Border Security Funding: “It is a national security problem, but it is also a political problem. I don’t think that Republicans are the only ones who recognize that we’ve got to make progress on border security, and we have to get it done. Now, to the point on timing, the thing that worries me, or the thing that frustrates me about Washington, is when we set a deadline, we almost never get something done early. I hope we break the cycle on this one. I hope we have a definitive answer for Israel, Ukraine, and the American people on border security before Christmas.” Senator Tillis on Ukraine and Israel Funding: “Well, I think those of us who support both Israel and Ukraine funding believe that we… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-protect-veterans-from-outdated-or-incorrect-va-billing | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Veterans from Outdated or Incorrect VA Billing | 2023-11-15 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the Department of Veterans Affairs Billing Accountability Act, bipartisan legislation to protect veterans from outdated or incorrect Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) billing. “This important legislation ensures that veterans receive affordable, quality healthcare by waiving late co-payment fees for medications and other healthcare services,” said Senator Tillis. “I am proud to co-sponsor this legislation on behalf of the more than 600,000 veterans that call North Carolina home.” Background: This legislation would give the VA the authority to waive veterans’ copayment requirements for medication, care, or certain services if the copayment notification was received more than 180 days after care or services. It would also require the VA to notify the veteran of copayment requirements no later than 180 days from when the veteran received care. Finally, the legislation would require the VA to review and improve its co-payment billing procedures. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-discusses-u-s-china-relations-on-fox-news | Tillis Discusses U.S.-China Relations on Fox News | 2023-11-15 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis appeared on Fox News’ Your World with Neil Cavuto to discuss the importance of eliminating America’s pharmaceutical and medical supply dependence on China and the future of U.S.-China relations. Senator Tillis’ comments come as President Biden met with Chinese President Xi Jinping today. Watch the interview HERE. Senator Tillis on Foreign Direct Investment in China: “I think they’ve got serious problems. They’ve got a long-term problem because they’re seeing a reduction in foreign direct investment in China. That’s an indication that the world has woken up and decided that we’ve got to reduce our dependence on China for so many of our supply chains. They have a demographic problem. They have a problem that we don’t have, we have lots of allies. They don’t have a lot of allies.” Senator Tillis on America’s Relationship with China: “I think that China is in a weaker position they’ve been in some time, and it concerns me that this President won’t go in playing with what I think is a strong hand. China has to behave differently for us to reward them in any way. I’ve seen this administration reach out to Iran. I’ve seen them reach out to China. I want those to be postures of strength, where those regimes have to change for us to have any concessions or working relationships.” Senator Tillis on Future American Investments in China: “I think what we have got to do is look at China differently. I don’t mind the idea of investments in China that are beneficial to the United States. I no longer want the pattern that we have seen over the last quarter-century of investments in China that make us more dependent on them. And we’re seeing that happen organically. We learned our lesson from COVID. But I do think that there’s a market there. Think about that the Chinese people have nearly twice our population size in what they consider to be the middle class. That will probably shrink a bit over time. But it’s still a big market that I think that we want American and Western business… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-appointed-powerful-house-appropriations-committee | Edwards appointed to powerful House Appropriations Committee | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards today announced that he has received an appointment to the powerful House Appropriations Committee, a rare assignment for a first-term lawmaker. The House Appropriations Committee is widely considered one of the most influential committees in the House of Representatives, as it holds the power of the purse and is responsible for all congressional expenditures. Its members usually sit on no other committees. To date, Edwards has served on the House Transportation and Infrastructure, Budget, and Oversight and Accountability committees. His appointment comes after the retirement of 10-year U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart (UT-02) who had served on the committee. Edwards will be the only North Carolina House member - Republican or Democrat - on the committee, and will become the first North Carolina House Republican to serve on the committee since former Western North Carolina Congressman Charles Taylor. Members of the House Republican Steering Committee - led by House Speaker Mike Johnson, and including Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Appropriations Chairwoman Kay Granger (TX-12) and other House leadership members and committee chairmen - selected Edwards to serve on the panel. “I am truly honored that my House colleagues looked at my business background and experience in the North Carolina Senate and saw that I could contribute in this significant way in Washington,” said Edwards. “I am also proud to be following in the footsteps of former Congressman Charles Taylor to use this position to help make a difference for Western North Carolina. I have always said we need to bring more of NC to DC, and I plan to do that in this role.” Appropriations Committee Chairwoman Kay Granger said, “I welcome Chuck to the committee and very much look forward to working with him. His common sense approach and background as both a state appropriator and businessman will be valuable in our effort to responsibly fund the federal government.” “I congratulate my good friend and fellow North Carolinian, Rep. Ch… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-votes-to-keep-government-open | Hudson Votes to Keep Government Open | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 6363, Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act: “Our spending problem is the greatest threat to America, and House Republicans are correcting the failures of Washington Democrats in order to put our nation on a better fiscal path forward. “I voted for the two-step Continuing Resolution because I trust Speaker Mike Johnson to break the toxic cycle of Washington’s reckless spending status quo. Today’s resolution avoids a government shutdown, fully funds our troops, and prevents another trillion dollar, thousand page ‘Christmas omnibus’ spending bill, which would be bad for every American and increase our national deficit. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-votes-against-two-step-cr | Murphy Votes Against Two-Step CR | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement after voting "No" on the latest continuing resolution, H.R. 6363: "I believe a government shutdown benefits no one and is to the detriment of our nation," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "However, extending the Biden-Pelosi spending levels and policies is not the right path to go down. We must fundamentally change the way Washington works instead of governing by CR. Doing so kicks the can down the road and only exacerbates the challenges we’re facing as a nation. I am eager to do whatever it takes to show the American people that House Republicans can govern effectively, reduce the unsustainable growth of our national debt, and secure our southern border." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/14/budd-leads-majority-of-senate-gop-to-demand-that-dod-rescind-abortion-travel-policy/ | Budd Leads Majority of Senate GOP to Demand that DOD Rescind Abortion Travel Policy | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) led a group of 27 U.S. Senators in sending a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin denouncing the department’s policy of paying the travel expenses of those servicemembers and dependents seeking abortions. The letter also stresses that, “our men and women in uniform deserve Senate-confirmed leadership but the current situation began with your original sin of promulgating the Policy.” The letter concludes by calling on Secretary Austin to, “Do the right thing. Rescind the Policy now.” The letter was co-signed by Senators: Ted Budd (R-NC) Roger Wicker (R-MS) Mike Lee (R-UT) Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) Mike Rounds (R-SD) John Barrasso, M.D. (R-WY) Rand Paul (R-KY) Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) Pete Ricketts (R-NE) Katie Britt (R-AL) Mike Braun (R-IN) Ted Cruz (R-TX) Rick Scott (R-FL) Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) Deb Fischer (R-NE) Kevin Cramer (R-ND) Eric Schmitt (R-MO) Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) Lindsey Graham (R-SC) Joni Ernst (R-IA) Tom Cotton (R-AR) Chuck Grassley (R-IA) John Cornyn (R-TX) John Boozman (R-AR) John Thune (R-SD) Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) Dan Sullivan (R-AK) Full text of the letter: Secretary Austin: You have broken your promise to the American people not to politicize the military, and your actions have harmed and threaten to further harm institutional norms within our democracy. On June 28, 2022, four days after the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, you issued a memorandum to senior leaders in the Department of Defense (“Department”) stating that the Department is authorized to pay for government funded, official travel for active duty personnel to receive abortions outside of the state in which they are stationed. On October 20, 2022, you issued the memorandum Travel for Non-Covered Reproductive Health Care Services, properly referred to as the Department’s abortion travel policy (“Policy”), which directed the Department to pay travel expenses not only for active duty personnel to receive abo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/14/budd-shaheen-lead-resolutions-countering-chinese-influence-in-latin-america-and-globally/ | Budd, Shaheen Lead Resolutions Countering Chinese Influence in Latin America and Globally | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senators Ted Budd (R-NC) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) have led a bipartisan coalition to introduce a pair of resolutions designed to counter Chinese influence in South America and internationally. The first resolution aims to bolster support and grow the strength of the US dollar as the world’s reserve currency. It is co-sponsored by Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Joe Manchin (D-WV), and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD). The resolution expresses: The United States must prioritize safeguarding the U.S. dollar’s status as the world’s reserve currency and maintain its influential role in the global financial system. The actions of the Chinese government, aimed at diminishing the U.S. dollar’s reserve currency status, should be closely monitored and appropriate countermeasures must be taken. The U.S. should focus on strengthening economic ties with regions like South America as an alternative to Chinese investment and capital. Collaboration with allies is crucial for promoting economic policies that foster growth and stability in developing nations. The second resolution denounces efforts by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to exert malign influence in Latin America. It is co-sponsored by Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Michael Bennet (D-CO), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Alex Padilla (D-CA), Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Peter Welch (D-VT). The resolution resolves that the Senate: Notes the importance of continuing to develop and establish bilateral trade agreements in Latin America. Urges additional U.S. investment and foreign assistance in Latin America. Expresses gratitude for those countries in the Western Hemisphere that continue to recognize and support Taiwan. Condemns efforts by state-owned Chinese media to conduct information operations in Latin America. Supports transparent bidding processes for telecommunication projects in Latin America. Senator Budd said in a statement: “As we traveled to South America on a bipar… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-demand-un-designate-hamas-a-terrorist-organization-and-impose-sanctions | Tillis, Colleagues Demand UN Designate Hamas a Terrorist Organization and Impose Sanctions | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently sent a letter to the United Nations (UN) urging them to designate Iranian-backed Hamas as a terrorist organization following the brutal terrorist attacks on Israel since October 7 with the intent to eradicate Israel and Jews in Israel. “We write with our utmost concern regarding the recent terrorist attacks on Israel by Hamas and other terrorist organizations in the region. We commend your unequivocal condemnation of Hamas’ terrorism and your support for Israel’s right to defend its people. Recent events have demonstrated that Hamas’ actions, tactics, and stated goals are in many ways indistinguishable from Al Qaeda, ISIS, and other terrorist organizations the United Nations (UN) has sanctioned. Therefore, we write to urge you to bring a resolution to the UN Security Council recognizing and imposing sanctions on Hamas as a terrorist organization,” the senators wrote. “As you know, on October 7, 2023, thousands of Hamas terrorists launched attacks, including on civilian communities, in southern Israel, brutally murdering 1,400 innocent people and wounding 4,500 others. Additionally, Hamas kidnapped over 240 men, women, and children – ranging from infants to Holocaust survivors. Hamas terrorists have committed and continue to commit abhorrent attacks that not only impact Israelis but also directly impact Americans citizens, with at least 32 Americans killed and countless more held in captive as a result of the terrorist attack on October 7. In fact, Hamas hostages come from 25 countries around the world. Hamas’ reign of terror is not just an Israeli problem, but one that impacts us all,” the senators continued. “We are also concerned that a lack of UN sanctions enables Hamas to divert humanitarian aid for malicious intent, which deprives innocent Palestinian civilians of crucial assistance while simultaneously strengthening offensive capabilities used to attack Israel. Hamas continues to divert aid meant for civilians in order to fund its operati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-introduce-legislation-to-combat-trafficking-and-exploitation-of-migrant-minors | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Combat Trafficking and Exploitation of Migrant Minors | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently introduced the Preventing the Recycling of Immigrants is Necessary for Trafficking Suspension (PRINTS) Act, aimed at combatting child trafficking and exploitation by giving U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) the authority to fingerprint non-citizens under the age of 14. “There is a serious humanitarian crisis at our Southern border as cartels, coyotes, and other bad actors are exploiting innocent children to cross our border,” said Senator Tillis. “This legislation is a commonsense, humane reform to help prevent innocent children from being trafficked, exploited, and abused.” Specifically, the PRINTS Act: Gives CBP the authority to fingerprint non-citizens under the age of 14 in order to combat trafficking and exploitation; Requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to publicly report the number of apprehensions in a given month involving child traffickers who falsely claimed that an accompanying child was a relative; Requires DHS to submit an annual report to Congress identifying the number of minors who were fingerprinted pursuant to this Act; Removes the Attorney General’s authority to waive fingerprinting requirements for those illegally crossing the southern border; and Criminalizes child recycling Background: 1 in every 3 human trafficking victims is a child. In 2019, ICE identified 600 children who were “recycled,” with one child being brought across the border as many as eight different times. Recent reports indicate that the Department of Health and Human Services has lost track of over 85,000 children released to sponsors, subjecting these children to exploitation, abuse, and forced labor. Despite these statistics, current DHS regulation and federal law prohibit Border Patrol agents from fingerprinting children under the age of 14. Text of the bill can be found HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400127 | Foxx Sets Record Straight On Mayorkas Impeachment Vote | 2023-11-13 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Virginia Foxx | F000450 | foxx.house.gov | foxx | https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement outlining her continued support for an impeachment inquiry into Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas while adhering to the principle of regular order that House Republicans committed to upholding throughout their majority: “In January, I offered my full-throated support of launching an impeachment inquiry into Secretary Mayorkas – and not stooping to the same level as House Democrats when they launched a snap impeachment crusade against President Trump. Like the impeachment inquiry into President Biden that’s currently underway between the committees of jurisdiction – Oversight and Accountability, Ways and Means, and Judiciary – the same must be done for an impeachment effort against Secretary Mayorkas. House Republicans made clear in our Commitment to America that we would restore regular order in Washington – and that means putting in the work and exposing the truth even while some want to cut corners and do the opposite. If the United States Senate is to follow our lead and impeach Secretary Mayorkas as well, we’d better do things by the book from the get-go – shortcuts are not an option. “Yes, Alejandro Mayorkas must be held accountable for his egregious failures – there’s no doubt about that. By giving the Judiciary Committee, under the leadership of Chairman Jordan, the opportunity to conduct a full-scale impeachment inquiry the right way, House Republicans are fulfilling the commitments we made to the American people and rising to a level that Democrats could never do. I opposed the snap impeachment Democrats launched against President Trump, and Republicans can do better than to take a page out of the Democrat political playbook. I look forward to voting for the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas – when we’ve adhered to regular order and made good on our commitments.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-announces-new-chief-of-staff | Hudson Announces New Chief of Staff | 2023-11-13 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) announced he has named Luke Blanchat as Chief of Staff. Blanchat will replace personal office Chief of Staff Elliott Guffin and will be based in North Carolina. “Luke has a strong passion for serving the people of North Carolina, and I am confident he will do a fantastic job leading our team as chief of staff,” said. Rep. Hudson. “Luke lives in Southern Pines and has served our state for many years—experience that will help my office continue to deliver for our constituents.” Prior to joining Hudson’s office, Blanchat served as the Director of Government Relations for FirstHealth of the Carolinas and has an extensive background in public service. Over the course of nearly 10 years, Blanchat served in various roles in the office of Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), including Deputy State Director and Campaign Manager of his 2020 re-election. In addition, he helped manage former North Carolina Senator Richard Burr’s campaign in 2016. Blanchat is a North Carolina native, and currently resides in Southern Pines with his wife and two children. Former Chief of Staff Elliott Guffin now serves as Director of Federal Affairs for Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-secures-another-win-for-veterans | Hudson Secures Another Win for Veterans | 2023-11-13 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) announced his resolution to designate November 12 as National Warrior Call Day, H. Res. 848, passed the House with unanimous and bipartisan support. “Supporting our veterans should not begin and end on Veterans Day. With the suicide rate among our nation’s veterans being 2.5 times higher than civilians, I’ve made it a mission to do everything I can to raise awareness for the challenges faced by our veterans and active duty personnel,” said Rep. Hudson. “I am glad National Warrior Call Day is now one step closer to becoming law, and I encourage folks in our community and across the country to check in on someone they know, active-duty or veteran. As the representative of the largest Army base in the world, I have been proud to lead this effort and reduce the stigma around seeking help.” The establishment of National Warrior Call Day encourages all Americans to contact someone who has served or is currently serving, and connect struggling veterans with mental health services. This week, Rep. Hudson encouraged constituents to participate in Warrior Call Day. Earlier this year, Rep. Hudson was joined by 15 bipartisan co-sponsors to introduce the Warrior Call Day resolution. In late September, the Senate companion bill led by Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) passed unanimously. National Warrior Call Day gained support from 29 veterans organizations and seven former secretaries of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The seven former secretaries of Veterans Affairs who expressed their support for National Warrior Call Day include Robert Wilkie, Anthony Principi, Jim Nicholson, James Peake, Eric Shinseki, Bob McDonald, and David Shulkin. To see the full list of the 29 organizations, click here. If you or anyone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, please reach out for help immediately. The Military Crisis Line (MCL) Call: Dial 988 then Press 1 Chat: www.MilitaryCrisisLine.net Text: 838255 In an emergenc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/senate-advances-tillis-proposals-to-improve-mental-health-care-lower-drug-costs-and-extend-essential-medicaid-and-medicare-programs | Senate Advances Tillis Proposals To Improve Mental Health Care, Lower Drug Costs and Extend Essential Medicaid and Medicare Programs | 2023-11-13 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis applauded the Senate Finance Committee’s recent unanimous vote in support of the Better Mental Health Care, Lower Drug Cost and Extenders Act. The legislation includes many of Senator Tillis’ policy priorities and proposals, including expanding mental health care and substance use disorder services under Medicaid and Medicare, reducing prescription drug costs for seniors at the pharmacy counter, extending essential Medicaid and Medicare provisions that will expire this year, and increasing Medicare payments to support physicians and other providers. WATCH SENATOR TILLIS’ REMARKS HERE. “This bipartisan legislation will provide savings to consumers, ensure access to critical mental health services, and increase accountability for federal health programs,” said Senator Tillis. “I am proud this legislation includes a number of my priorities aimed at improving health care for North Carolinians, and I look forward to supporting it when it comes before the full Senate for a vote.” Specifically, the Better Mental Health Care, Lower Drug Cost and Extenders Act: Requires enhanced and accurate lists of Medicare Advantage plans and verification of provider directory information at least every 90 days through the REAL Health Providers Act introduced by Senator Tillis; Improves access to mental health service for Medicare beneficiaries; Protects seniors from excessive cost-sharing for certain medicines by requiring post-deductible enrollee coinsurance for certain covered Part D drugs to be based on net prices rather than negotiated prices, based on Senator Tillis’ Share the Savings with Seniors Act; Supports states in providing mental health and substance use care for children and youth; Delays Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) payment reductions under the Medicaid Program. This provision delays DSH payment cuts for one year, providing relief for hospitals that treat large numbers of low-income Medicaid patients; Increases support for physicians and other professionals adjust… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-op-ed-here-s-why-those-demanding-israeli-cease-fire-are-either-naive-or-hateful | Tillis Op-Ed: Here’s why those demanding Israeli cease-fire are either ‘naive’ or ‘hateful’ | 2023-11-13 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Fox News published an op-ed by Senator Thom Tillis calling out radical antisemitism and urging Americans to unite in their support for Israel following the horrific attacks by Hamas against innocent Israelis on October 7th. Read the full op-ed HERE. Tillis on why a cease-fire would not work: “Most Americans calling for a cease-fire are sincere in not wanting to see more innocent civilians lose their lives. This is a fair position; however, it is not a realistic one, especially if the end goal is to truly save lives and end the cycle of violence in the Middle East. The only way a cease-fire could ever work is if Hamas safely returns every single hostage, surrenders and surrenders its arsenal of weapons. Hamas has made it clear that is not going to happen. Simply put, you cannot have a cease-fire with a terrorist organization like Hamas. Nothing they say or do can be trusted.” Tillis on antisemitism motivating some Americans' opposition to Israel: “When it comes to the other group of Americans who are demanding a cease-fire from a place of hate, this kind of logic doesn’t apply. They don’t care about Israeli lives or Jewish lives. Forget about believing that Israel doesn’t have a right to defend itself – they don’t even believe Israel has a right to exist....Moving forward, we cannot allow these radical voices to succeed in their attempt to normalize antisemitism in America.” Tillis on supporting Israel and fighting antisemitism: “The only two nations in recent history that have consistently welcomed Jews and provided them with a safe home are Israel and the United States. The only way that can be preserved is by destroying Hamas and rooting out antisemitism here at home. Throughout history, we have seen the tragic consequences of what happens when antisemitism is allowed to metastasize. It can never happen again.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-introduces-bill-relocate-air-force-memorial-public-land | Edwards introduces bill to relocate Air Force memorial to public land | 2023-11-09 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (R-NC-11) today introduced legislation to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to relocate a memorial honoring nine Air Force crew members who lost their lives during a 1982 training mission from private land to U.S. Forest Service land. Congressman Don Davis (D-NC-01) is the co-lead of this bipartisan legislation, and Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) is leading the Senate companion bill. On Aug. 31, 1982, a C-141 departing Charleston Air Force Base crashed into Mt. Johns Knob on the North Carolina and Tennessee border. All nine crew members were killed, and a granite marker honoring them currently sits on private property six miles from the crash site. The families of the deceased have requested that the marker be relocated from the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests to the Stratton Ridge Rest Area at the second mile marker off Cherohala Skyway in Graham County, North Carolina. The new location would be closer to the crash site, and the private supporters of the site have pledged to move the monument themselves. This bill gives them the authority to do so. The U.S. Forest Service is under the jurisdiction of the Department of Agriculture. Congressman Edwards said, “Western North Carolina will never forget the tragedy that occurred in 1982 when nine Air Force crew members lost their lives in our district. The supporters and families who have helped honor them for years have requested that the memorial be moved to a more prominent location, closer to the site and available for the public to visit. “This bill will cost taxpayers no additional funds, and will help give the families of crew members who died in this tragic accident the authority they need to work with the U.S. Forest Service to move this memorial and keep the memories of the fallen alive for years to come.” "As a proud U.S. Air Force veteran, I'm honored to cosponsor legislation relocating the memorial marker for nine courageous U.S. Air Force crew members who tragically lost their lives on Mount Johns Knob in 198… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-restore-citizenship-question-us-census | Edwards: Restore the citizenship question on the U.S. census | 2023-11-09 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today introduced the Voter Population Accuracy Act to require the Bureau of the Census to ask respondents about their citizenship status on the United States census that occurs every 10 years. Every U.S. census conducted between 1890 and 1950 included a question on citizenship status. Since 1950, the U.S. has only included a citizenship question on the long-form census questionnaire, which is sent to only 5-16 percent of American households. The failure to evaluate whether a great majority of census respondents are American citizens has made it impossible to determine or even accurately estimate the number of illegal immigrants in this country. The Voter Population Accuracy Act will allow the U.S. to obtain a more precise number and location of illegal immigrants residing in America by: Requiring the Census Bureau to reinstate a citizenship question in all future decennial censuses. Requiring that the citizenship question specify whether the respondent and every member of the respondent’s household are U.S. citizens. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-courtney-reintroduce-hope-act-combat-opioid-epidemic | Murphy, Courtney Reintroduce HOPE Act to Combat Opioid Epidemic | 2023-11-09 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) and the Fleet Readiness Association joined forces to reintroduce the bipartisan Veteran Heroin Overdose Prevention Act (H.R. 5938) that seeks to address and understand the veteran’s opioid crisis. "Veterans sacrificed everything to protect us while fighting for our country, it is time we return the favor and fight to protect them. As a practicing physician and member of the Veterans Affairs Committee, I am passionate about doing my part to find solutions to address the veteran's opioid epidemic,"said Congressman Greg Murphy M.D. "Veterans constitute 9.8% of North Carolina’s total population, making this issue especially important to my constituents who are impacted by the tragedies of this crisis. The HOPE Act aims to conduct a comprehensive examination of veterans who have been affected by opioid and other non-prescribed substance addictions. The objective is to gain a deeper insight into the underlying causes of these addictions and develop effective strategies to mitigate them. Our veterans and their families deserve to have hope instilled back into their lives, and this bill is a step forward to ensure that happens." "The opioid epidemic has plagued communities across eastern Connecticut and our nation for years,"said Congressman Joe Courtney."Tragically, Veterans have disproportionately suffered from opioid addiction and overdose, and the crisis ballooned over the last decade. From 2010-2019, the opioid drug overdose mortality rate among veterans increased by 53 percent. The Veteran HOPE Act will dedicate resources to investigating overdose deaths among veterans, and use VA records to better understand risk factors to help prevent lethal overdoses among those who have served our country. This bill is an important way to improve overdose prevention efforts in veteran communities like ours, and I'm glad to partner with Rep. Murphy to move it forward." Original Cosponsors: "The op… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/09/budd-lays-out-foreign-policy-principles-in-new-op-ed/ | Budd Lays Out Foreign Policy Principles in New Op-Ed | 2023-11-09 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has written an opinion piece for FoxNews.com laying out his vision for foreign policy and how the United States should confront the forces of evil now on the march around the world. Highlights: “The Biden administration’s original sin is its failure to recognize that for America to be a strong nation, we must first be strong at home.” – “Given this dismal record at home, it’s no wonder why some Americans balk at the billions in aid sent overseas.” – “We can both exert global leadership and put America first. These responsibilities should not be in conflict. To pursue the misguided course of isolationism and end support to allies like Israel, Ukraine, and others, would be yet another sign of weakness at a time when forces of evil like China, Russia, and Iran already smell blood.” – “First and foremost, we must secure our border.” – “We must rebuild the arsenal of democracy and make once in a generation investments in our industrial base.” – “When we provide military aid to other nations, funding should bolster American manufacturing and modernize our military first.” – “In its current form, the Biden aid for Gaza is effectively a blank check for Hamas.” – “Further aid to Ukraine should come with preconditions for the Biden Administration. No more hesitation or half measures. Level with the American people, articulate a clear strategy for forcing Putin to the negotiating table on terms most favorable to Ukraine, and commit to transparent accountability measures so that the American people can trust that their hard-earned tax dollars are not being wasted.” – “Deterring China is and should be our top priority, and the White House’s package is lacking when it comes to security in the Indo-Pacific.” – “It is strength that deters aggression, and weakness that provokes it. China, Russia, and Iran are watching our every move. The world is safer when America leads from a place of strength, both economically as well as militarily.” – Read the full op-ed here o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-warn-new-permitting-rule-endangers-america-s-mineral-needs-adds-red-tape | Tillis, Colleagues Warn New Permitting Rule Endangers America’s Mineral Needs, Adds Red Tape | 2023-11-08 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently sent a letter to the executive director of the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council (FPISC) demanding the council rescind its proposal to limit the type of mining projects eligible for the improved permitting process established under Title 41 of the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST-41). In their letter, the senators warned the proposed rule will hinder mining permitting predictability and efficiency, threaten America’s manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and national security needs, and further empower China’s near-monopoly on the global supply of critical minerals. “We write to express our concerns regarding the proposed rule, ‘Revising Scope of the Mining Sector of Projects That Are Eligible for Coverage Under Title 41 of the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act.’ The mining of all minerals is essential to the development of domestic infrastructure, and accordingly, it is imperative the FPISC ensure that all mining projects – for all minerals – are equally considered ‘covered projects’ for the purposes of FAST-41. Indeed, even the U.S. Department of the Interior’s own ‘Interagency Working Group on Mining Laws, Regulations, and Permitting’ did not suggest this change is needed in a report it recently released regarding recommendations to reform domestic mining policies,” the senators wrote. “The nation needs these investments to match the increasing mineral demand necessary to support budding technologies, bolster domestic supply chains, and strengthen our nation's national defense to reduce our reliance on minerals from our geopolitical adversaries. While the global demand for critical minerals ‘would require six times more mineral inputs in 2040 than today,’ it should not be lost on FPISC the amount of other mined materials, such as crushed stone and gravel that are needed for domestic infrastructure,” the senators continued. “Thank you for your attention to this matter. We urge FPISC to abandon this p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-votes-censure-tlaib | Murphy Votes to Censure Tlaib | 2023-11-07 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement after voting in favor of a resolution to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) for anti-Semitic comments: "Representative Tlaib has made deeply troubling and anti-Semitic remarks in response to the heinous, unprovoked attack on Israel,"said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "Not only has she demonstrated unapologetic hubris in her condemnation of Israel's right to defend itself but has publicly defended her use of a genocidal rallying cry that calls for ethnic cleansing and the eradication of the state of Israel." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/07/budd-introduces-bill-to-empower-individuals-to-control-their-own-digital-assets/ | Budd Introduces Bill to Empower Individuals to Control Their Own Digital Assets | 2023-11-07 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has introduced the Keep Your Coins Act, which would protect an individual’s right to conduct transactions with cryptocurrency assets without the need to utilize a third-party intermediary. In the wake of the collapse of FTX, the Keep Your Coins Act would allow customers to maintain custody of their digital assets in self-hosted wallets and avoid third party risks. The bill would prohibit any federal agency from proposing a rule that would impair a person’s ability to act as a self-custodian of digital assets. The House companion is led by Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH). The legislative text of the bill is HERE. Sen. Budd said in a statement: “As consumers face new challenges and risks associated with the use of digital currencies, we should be empowering individuals to maintain control over their own digital assets. This approach will foster financial freedom and a more decentralized cryptocurrency ecosystem.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/07/budd-joins-bipartisan-coalition-pushing-to-upgrade-military-barracks/ | Budd Joins Bipartisan Coalition Pushing to Upgrade Military Barracks | 2023-11-07 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has joined a coalition letter to the Department of Defense (DOD) urging the department to increase funding requests to upgrade barracks on military bases across the country. The letter was also signed by: Senators Jon Ossoff (D-GA), John Cornyn (R-TX), Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and Ted Cruz (R-TX). The full text of the letter is below: We write to express our frustration regarding atrocious and unacceptable conditions in barracks facilities across the armed forces. As I am sure you are aware, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently published a report entitled “Military Barracks: Poor Living Conditions Undermine Quality of Life and Readiness.” The report found that “living conditions in some military barracks may pose potentially serious risks to the physical and mental health of service members, as well as their safety.” The reports further noted that in one facility: “Former residents of this barracks told us they experienced months of hot water interruptions and routinely dealt with clogged showers, broken door locks, broken elevators, and apparent mold growth.” The GAO report specifically identified the lack of reliable information about barracks conditions, and the level of funding committed to barracks facilities sustainment, restoration, and modernization (FSRM), as key areas of concern. A few key examples from the report: “DOD has not tracked complete or reliable information on how much Operations and Maintenance (O&M) or Military Construction (MILCON) it has used to improve barracks conditions or how much would be needed to meet minimum condition standards.” “When we asked the military services to provide information on the amount of FSRM funding obligated for barracks, none was able to provide us complete data.” These findings call into question the reliability of armed service budget requests for facilities sustainment, restoration, and modernization, which already consistently fall below assessed requirements. The… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/senate-passes-tillis-legislation-to-reduce-rape-kit-backlog | Senate Passes Tillis Legislation to Reduce Rape Kit Backlog | 2023-11-07 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, the U.S. Senate passed legislation co-sponsored by Senator Thom Tillis to reauthorize the Debbie Smith Act, which would provide state and local law enforcement agencies with resources to complete forensic analyses of crime scenes and untested rape kits. “North Carolina has thousands of untested rape kits, and victims of these heinous crimes deserve justice,” said Senator Tillis. “Congress should do everything we can to put the perpetrators behind bars. I am proud the Debbie Smith Act passed the Senate and look forward to quick passage in the House to ensure our law enforcement agencies have the resources they need.” Background: The Debbie Smith Act was originally signed into law in 2004 to provide local and state crime laboratories resources to end the backlog of untested DNA evidence from unsolved crimes, analyze DNA samples, and increase the capacity to process DNA in order to guard against future backlogs. Since it became law, more than 860,000 DNA cases have been processed. In addition to crime scene evidence, Debbie Smith funds are also utilized to process offender DNA samples to ensure evidence from unsolved crimes can be matched against a database of known offenders, similar to the criminal fingerprint databases. This legislation is endorsed by Debbie Smith, the Fraternal Order of Police, Major Cities Chiefs, Major County Sheriffs of America, National District Attorneys Association, Consortium of Forensic Science Organizations, Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), and Joyful Heart Foundation. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-urge-biden-administration-to-re-designate-iran-backed-houthis-as-a-foreign-terrorist-organization | Tillis, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Re-Designate Iran-Backed Houthis as a Foreign Terrorist Organization | 2023-11-07 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken urging the State Department to re-designate Iran-backed Ansarallah, also known as the Houthis, as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) in the wake of the group’s repeated brazen attacks against Israel. The Trump Administration designated the Houthis as an FTO in January 2021, however the Biden Administration reversed the designation in February 2021, citing humanitarian concerns. Following years of Iranian support, the Houthis have one of the most sophisticated arsenals of ballistic missiles and drones among Iran’s allies and proxies, which they have used to target U.S. partners and interests. “Re-designating the Houthis as an FTO would send a powerful message that the United States views this group as a clear threat to our Allies and partners and to regional stability in the Middle East. Since Hamas’s savage terrorist attacks on Israel on October 7, the Houthis have launched three attacks against the Jewish state and promised to carry out more strikes ‘until the Israeli aggression stops,’” the senators wrote. “While the Houthi movement’s Iranian backers chant ‘Death to America, Death to Israel,’ its own doctrine is replete with virulent anti-Semitism and calls for genocide, including its own chant of ‘Death to America, Death to Israel, Damn the Jews.’ The Houthi’s alliance with Iran has allowed the IRGC to apply sustained military pressure against Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Between 2015 and 2022, the Houthis carried out nearly 1,000 missile attacks and 350 drone strikes against cities and key infrastructure inside Saudi Arabia alone, including against oil facilities, airports, and military sites,” the senators continued. “Despite being nearly 1,400 miles away from Israel, the Houthis have made a deliberate choice to engage in Iran-enabled terrorism against the United States’ partners and allies. Therefore, we urge you to re-designate the group an FTO immediately,” the senato… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-gluesenkamp-perez-demand-end-taxpayer-funding-unused-government-office | Edwards, Gluesenkamp Perez demand an end to taxpayer funding of unused government office space | 2023-11-06 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today introduced the Federal Use it or Lose it Leases (FULL) Act to reduce wasteful government spending on office space that the federal government does not use. Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) is the co-lead of this bipartisan legislation. The federal government’s office leases cost taxpayers more than $6 billion a year, but reports of unused space in federal buildings have increased with continued telework by government employees. A Government Accountability Office (GAO) report found that 17 out of 24 major federal agency headquarter buildings were less than 25 percent occupied with some less than 10 percent full. Even during a maximum telework period, federal agencies managed to spend more than $1 billion every year on new furnishings between 2020 and 2022. At present, occupancy in federal Washington, D.C. offices is less than 54 percent of pre-pandemic levels. With more than half of all current federal leases set to expire in the next five years, the FULL Act would prevent the government from continuing to purchase expensive building leases and office furniture while large percentages of its workforce continues to telework. Congressman Edwards said, “The FULL Act will help prevent taxpayers from footing the bill for unused federal office space by making sure the federal government only leases the office space it needs and will use. As federal telework levels remain high, agencies’ D.C. HQ offices are sitting mostly empty. This legislation will enable Congress to effectively perform oversight of government spending on office leases by requiring federal agencies to use it or lose it.” “Flexibility in where federal employees work has let public servants spend more time coaching Little League and less time commuting in traffic - and telework has been especially beneficial for our rural communities. But federal policy needs to keep up so taxpayers don’t foot the bill for empty office space,” said Congresswoman Gluesenkamp Perez. “The bipartisan FULL Act wil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-announces-10-9-million-for-improvements-to-port-of-wilmington | Tillis Announces $10.9 Million for Improvements to Port of Wilmington | 2023-11-06 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Thom Tillis announced a $10.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for improvements to the Port of Wilmington. All funding comes directly from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), which Senator Tillis helped negotiate, write, and pass into law. In total, the Wilmington region (Brunswick, New Hanover, Columbus, Bladen, Pender Counties) has already been awarded more than $190 million total from the bipartisan legislation. For a list of specific BIL infrastructure grants, click HERE. The project will construct 4,000 feet of elevated roadway access to the general cargo terminal, relocate the North Gate security checkpoint, improve existing at-grade railroad crossings, construct a truck queuing area, and a new badging office to include EV charging infrastructure. The project also includes the development of a Terminal Resiliency Plan and a Terminal Emissions Reduction Plan. “The Port of Wilmington plays an important role in transporting goods throughout North Carolina and is an economic hub in the Wilmington area,” said Senator Tillis. “I have visited the Port of Wilmington multiple times, and understand how crucial it is to continue investing in the port and improving it with updated technology. I’m proud to have worked on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that will deliver more than $10.9 million to make these critical improvements to the port.” Read more about the grant award HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-bipartisan-amendment-to-expand-veterans-access-to-breast-cancer-screenings-passes-u-s-senate | Tillis’ Bipartisan Amendment to Expand Veterans’ Access to Breast Cancer Screenings Passes U.S. Senate | 2023-11-06 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, the U.S. Senate passed Senator Thom Tillis’ bipartisan amendment to expand access to breast cancer screenings for veterans. “Early detection of breast cancer through regular screenings plays a critical role in saving lives,” said Senator Tillis. “I’m proud to cosponsor this important amendment on behalf of our female veterans.” The bipartisan amendment appropriates funding to the VA’s Office of Women’s Health to expand access to mobile mammography units, improve advanced mammography equipment, and enhance outreach services to better publicize mammography services. According to the National Library of Medicine, female veterans were nearly three times more likely to develop invasive breast cancer than the rest of the population. Last week, the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs appropriations bill passed the Senate, which included Senator Tillis’ bipartisan amendment. Full text of the amendment can be found HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-co-introduces-bill-to-ensure-access-to-mental-health-care-for-foster-care-children | Tillis Co-Introduces Bill to Ensure Access to Mental Health Care for Foster Care Children | 2023-11-06 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently introduced the Ensuring Medicaid Continuity for Children in Foster Care Act to remove the federal prohibition on Medicaid funding going to certain facilities that provide foster children with mental and substance use care. “Foster care provides a safe and stable environment for children, many of whom are recovering from traumatic events,” said Senator Tillis. “However, children in foster care who require critically important support and services oftentimes face unnecessary barriers in receiving care. This legislation will ensure these children can receive the necessary behavioral and mental health services when they need it and where they need it. Investing in the mental health and well-being of children in foster care will positively impact lives and improve outcomes for the next generation, and I’m glad to work with Senator Rubio to achieve these goals.” Background: The Family First Prevention Services Act of 2018 (FFPSA) created a federal category of residential settings calledQualified Residential Treatment Programs (QRTPs). These programs were designed to provide care for children in foster care with assessed emotional or behavioral needs in a residential setting. The health care needs of children in foster care are covered by Medicaid. Today, however, QRTPs may not receive Medicaid financing because of the Institutions for Mental Disease (IMD) exclusion, a law that prohibits Medicaid payments to a hospital, nursing facility, or other institution with more than 16 beds that primarily provides care for people with mental health conditions. The Ensuring Medicaid Continuity for Children in Foster Care Act would provide a narrow exemption from the IMD exclusion to ensure children in foster care receiving care in QRTPs can continue to receive care provided in these settings without losing their federal Medicaid coverage. Text of the bill is available HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-applauds-passage-interior-environment-appropriations | Murphy Applauds Passage of Interior-Environment Appropriations | 2023-11-03 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement in response to the passage of Interior and Environment Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2024: "Under the Biden Administration, strict regulations have adversely impacted small businesses, farmers, energy producers, and critical mineral production," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "This appropriations package funds our agencies responsible for protecting our environment, managing public land, national parks, and wildlife refuges, and overseeing critical natural resources. I proudly supported it to ensure enhanced access to essential minerals, eliminate excessive barriers for energy producers, emphasize public safety, protect our environment and ecosystems, and enact reductions to curb excessive spending." Key Wins for NC-03: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/03/budd-sponsors-bill-requiring-dhs-to-notify-localities-on-illegal-alien-transfers/ | Budd Sponsors Bill Requiring DHS to Notify Localities on Illegal Alien Transfers | 2023-11-03 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has co-sponsored the National Oversight of Transportation Immigrants to Communities is Essential (NOTICE Act). The bill would require federal agencies to notify states and localities when an agency uses taxpayer dollars to transport migrants within 100 miles of their jurisdictions. The notification must include the following information about the transported alien: His or her legal name, country of origin, age, and sex. Any crimes for which the alien has been convicted. Any criminal gang with which such alien is or has been affiliated. The types of security screenings that have been performed with respect to such aliens. The bill was originally introduced by Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS). Sen. Budd said in a statement: “The Biden administration’s dangerous practice of catch and release has morphed into a relocation program to place illegal immigrants all over the country without telling local or state officials. This is unacceptable, and that’s why I support Senator Marshall’s legislation to force the Biden administration to notify states and localities when they transport illegal migrants into their jurisdiction and to provide information on any crimes for which they have been convicted.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-reintroduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-expand-telehealth-treatment-for-opioid-use-disorder | Tillis, Colleagues Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Telehealth Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder | 2023-11-03 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently reintroduced the bipartisan Telehealth Response for E-prescribing Addiction Therapy Services (TREATS) Act, legislation to increase access to telehealth services for opioid use disorder. The bill will waive regulatory restrictions for accessing care, preserving flexibilities put in place to expand access and save lives during the pandemic. “The opioid epidemic is one of the most pressing public health emergencies of our time,” said Senator Tillis. “During the pandemic, temporary flexibilities allowed life-saving opioid use disorder (OUD) treatments, such as buprenorphine, to be prescribed via telehealth. This bipartisan legislation will permanently allow health care providers to prescribe OUD treatments via telehealth as appropriate, and result in expanded access to treatments that are proven to be effective in treating substance use disorders. As the United States continues to experience an unacceptable number of opioid overdose deaths, we must pursue policies that reduce barriers and increase access to care, and I'm proud to work with my colleagues on the TREATS Act, which does exactly that.” Overdose deaths involving opioids rose to a peak of nearly 83,000 Americans in 2022. Despite strong evidence that medication is the most effective treatment for opioid use disorder, only one in five Americans with opioid addiction receive medication treatment that could help them quit and stay in recovery. Background: During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, the Drug Enforcement Agency and the Department of Health and Human Services temporarily removed the in-person exam requirement for prescribing medication via telemedicine for people with opioid use disorder. Telehealth flexibilities helped a broad range of patients – including veterans, those living in rural areas, people experiencing homelessness, individuals in the criminal justice system, and racial and ethnic minorities – access treatment. The flexibilities are set to expire on December 31, 2… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases/edwards-condemns-uncas-taxpayer-funded-hamas-open-house | Edwards condemns UNCA’s taxpayer-funded “Hamas Open House” | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Chuck Edwards | E000246 | edwards.house.gov | edwards | https://edwards.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today condemns the “Until We’re All Free” event funded by taxpayer dollars scheduled for tomorrow at the campus of the University of North Carolina Asheville, and urges UNCA to cancel this event that is designed to normalize and espouse hateful anti-Semitic rhetoric. The event, titled “Until We’re All Free: State Violence from Cop City to Palestine” at the Highsmith Student Union, is touted as “preparing students, faculty, and community members to think critically about American complicity in Israeli violence.” Congressman Edwards released the following statement: “The anti-Semitic event that is scheduled to be held at the Highsmith Student Union, supported by woke radical leftists on the UNCA campus, is just one of several such rallies we have seen across the country. Western North Carolinians and Americans everywhere must disavow and condemn events that encourage anti-Semitism and inspire violence. “It’s not only hard to believe that an institution like UNCA would allow this event on campus, it’s difficult to comprehend how multiple taxpayer-funded departments at UNCA sponsored this ‘Hamas Open House.’ “These are folks who condemn everyone else for racism, yet this event demonstrates the purest form of racism by encouraging young, impressionable students to hate their fellow man because of their ethnicity, background or creed. This event is just another example of racist hypocrisy while the panelists and participants hide behind anonymity by banning cell phones from the event. “Let’s fight the growing tide of anti-Semitism around the world, starting by speaking out against every kind of hate.” The “Until We’re All Free” event is supported by the UNCA’s departments of Sociology and Anthropology; Women, Gender, and Sexualities Studies; American Indian and Indigenous Studies; Africana Studies; and the Interdisciplinary/International Studies. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-increase-access-to-plasma-based | Hudson Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Access to Plasma-Based Medicines | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) introduced the bipartisan Preserving Life-saving Access to Specialty Medicines in America (PLASMA) Act, legislation to ensure patients of rare diseases and immunodeficiencies have access to necessary plasma-based medicines. Hudson joined his colleagues from North Carolina, Reps. Greg Murphy, Don Davis, and Wiley Nickel, in efforts to implement phased-in rebates for plasma derived medicines. “Families impacted by rare diseases deserve our recognition and support, and I’m proud to introduce the PLASMA Act with my North Carolina colleagues in order to enhance access to medicines for our nation’s most vulnerable patients,” said Rep. Hudson. “All Americans deserve a chance at the highest-quality, most innovative health care and this legislation recognizes the unique nature of plasma medicines, the necessary investments to produce them, and most importantly the patients and conditions they treat.” North Carolina is home to one of the world’s largest plasma production facilities and more than 30 plasma donor centers across the state, which provide life-saving measures for thousands of Americans. The PLASMA Act would include plasma-derived medicines in a phase-in process for the Part D redesign the Inflation Reduction Act already has in place for other drugs Congress recognized as unique. Beginning in 2031, manufacturers would pay the full rebate amount following annual rebate increases, protecting vulnerable beneficiaries’ supply of plasma-derived medicines and avoiding skyrocketing costs for patients. In the United States, over 125,000 patients living with rare and life-threatening diseases rely on sustained access to plasma derived medicinal products to treat their lifelong health conditions. These rare and chronic diseases include Primary Immunodeficiencies, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency; for most patients there are no effective, alternative therapies available. “Plasma-derived medicines a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-votes-to-fund-and-arm-israel | Hudson Votes to Fund and Arm Israel | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | hudson | https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) joined members of the House of Representatives in passing the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, an emergency supplemental appropriations bill that is supplying Israel with the resources needed to defend itself against the Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists. “Israel has every right to defend itself against the barbaric attacks launched by Hamas, and the United States should stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our ally in this terrible time,” said Rep. Hudson. “Today and everyday, I will stand with Israel and continue to pray for the innocent victims and their families.” The Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act ensures American military readiness by replenishing domestic defense stockpiles and bolstering Israel’s defensive capabilities including the Iron Dome and stockpiles of munitions. In addition, the legislation supports American citizens and personnel by increasing our security presence at the U.S. Embassy and providing resources to evacuate U.S. citizens. The Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act is fully offset by recisions from President Biden's Inflation "Expansion" Act of 2022, specifically the enhanced funding for the IRS. To read the legislation, click here. Last week, Rep. Hudson voted to pass the bipartisan H.Res. 771, “Standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists.” To read the full text of the resolution supporting Israel, click here. As a champion of the U.S.–Israel relationship, Rep. Hudson has also cosponsored the following pieces of legislation in the 118th Congress: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-votes-support-aid-israel | Murphy Votes in Support of Aid to Israel | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 6126, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act: "I proudly voted in favor of emergency supplemental appropriations for Israel," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D."Israel is our greatest democratic ally in the Middle East. The state of Israel has the right to exist. It has the right to defend itself. The heinous and unprovoked invasion by Hamas required immediate and deceiving action. We must make clear that the state of Israel and the Jewish people have our unwavering support." "This aid package supports Israel in its military response and is offset by cuts to the IRS, which has been supercharged to target middle-class families and small business owners under this administration. President Biden and a Democratic-controlled Congress secured $80 billion in funding for the IRS, more than five times its annual budget, in order to hire 87,000 new IRS employees. House Republicans are committed to ensuring fiscal responsibility and reining in unpopular and abusive federal bureaucracy." Background | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/02/budd-sponsors-bill-to-help-families-of-victims-killed-by-illegal-aliens/ | Budd Sponsors Bill to Help Families of Victims Killed by Illegal Aliens | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has co-sponsored the Justice for Angels Families Act. The bill would amend the Crime Victims Fund to expand coverage for Angel Families, who are immediate relatives of victims of homicide by an illegal immigrant, including drunk driving accidents. This legislation would also reinstate and codify the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office at the Department of Homeland Security, which was established by President Trump in 2017. The VOICE office helps victims and their families who have been impacted by crimes committed by illegal immigrants. The bill was originally introduced by Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS). Sen. Budd said in a statement: “The pain and heartbreak of Angel Families is something that no one should have to face. Tragedies like these should not be allowed to happen. That’s why I support the Justice for Angel Families Act, which not only expands funds to the families of the victims who were killed by illegal immigrants, but it reinstates the Trump administration’s initiative to track and report on crimes committed by individuals who should not be in our country in the first place.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-introduce-bill-forcing-the-biden-administration-to-make-catch-and-release-data-public | Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bill Forcing the Biden Administration to Make Catch-and-Release Data Public | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues introduced the Southern Border Transparency Act, which would require the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to accurately report how it is handling migrants encountered at the border. This legislation will ensure the American people have a full accounting of the number of migrants being released into the United States by the Biden Administration along with information detailing where they are coming from. “The Biden Administration refuses to offer serious solutions to the crisis unfolding at our Southern border, and would prefer to keep the American people in the dark about its failures,” said Senator Tillis. “I am proud to cosponsor this legislation, which will require real transparency about the Biden Administration’s failure to stop the flow of illegal immigration at our Southern border.” Background: The Biden Administration’s strategy for handling the influx of migrants at the border has been to abuse and misuse immigration law to funnel migrants into so-called “parole” programs. This includes the Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan parole program, an expanded Central American Minors program that now includes adults, as well as the likely widespread use of parole at Ports of Entry (POEs). These migrants are eligible for work authorization, and there is limited visibility into whether they ultimately depart the United States. Currently, only limited public data is available on the total number of people released into the U.S. under these programs, whether they are even making asylum claims before they are released, what screenings are taking place, or whether these migrants ever depart the United States. The Southern Border Transparency Act would require DHS to fully report on how it is handling migrants encountered at the border, including: The number of migrants paroled at each POE and in each Border Patrol sector; The number of migrants apprehended at each POE and in each Border Patrol sector and how many were granted … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-vote-expulsion-santos | Murphy Vote on Expulsion of Santos | 2023-11-01 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | House | NC | Gregory F. Murphy | M001210 | murphy.house.gov | murphy | https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statement after voting against the motion to expel Rep. George Santos (NY-03) from Congress: "I do not believe the actions of Representative George Santos are befitting of the U.S. House of Representatives," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "Expelling a member of Congress is an action of great consequence. Much higher than the censure of a member. The Ethics Committee is still investigating the allegations levied against him. The committee made clear, in a bipartisan statement, the wide scope of its investigation and its intent on announcing the next course of action in this matter on or before November 17th. Their decision will be a deciding factor." "I believe matters before the Ethics Committee must be evaluated through a nonpartisan lens, and I do not wish to interfere in the work they have undertaken. Representative Santos has brought great shame upon himself, his constituents, the Congress, and our great nation. I look forward to the Ethics Committee releasing its findings." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/11/01/budd-colleagues-urge-sanders-to-hold-hearing-on-antisemitic-attacks-on-college-campuses/ | Budd, Colleagues Urge Sanders to Hold Hearing on Antisemitic Attacks on College Campuses | 2023-11-01 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has joined a coalition letter led by Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee ranking member Bill Cassidy (R-LA) urging HELP Committee Chair Bernie Sanders (I-VT) to hold a hearing to ensure the Biden administration is upholding its legal responsibility to protect Jewish students from anti-Semitic harassment and attacks on college campuses in the aftermath of the Hamas-led massacre against Israel on October 7th. The letter was also signed by: Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Mike Braun (R-IN), Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK). The full text of the letter is below: In the wake of the mass murder of Jewish civilians by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023, there has been a disturbing rise in anti-Semitic incidents, including targeted harassment and violent attacks, directed at Jewish students on college campuses. As the Chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, we urge you to hold a bipartisan hearing on ensuring safe learning environments for Jewish students, as required by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is our duty to ensure federal officials are doing everything in their power to uphold the law and ensure students are not excluded from participation, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination at school based on race, color, or national origin. We need to engage in a direct discussion with Department of Education leaders Secretary Miguel Cardona and Assistant Secretary of Civil Rights Catherine Lhamon about the actions they are taking to address anti-Semitism on college campuses. The terrorist attack of October 7 was the largest murder of Jewish people in one day since the Holocaust. It led to a noticeable rise in anti-Semitic activity, specifically on college campuses. Under your leadership, the Committee has quickly organized and held hearings on other topics related to recent events. This issue certainly demands the Committee’s direct at… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:49:58Z |
| https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2023/11/tillis-colleagues-urge-biden-administration-to-reverse-guidance-requiring-loans-for-illegal-immigrants | Tillis, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Reverse Guidance Requiring Loans for Illegal Immigrants | 2023-11-01 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Thom Tillis | T000476 | www.tillis.senate.gov | tillis | https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues recently penned a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Director Rohit Chopra urging them to reconsider their October 12 joint statement on lending discrimination against “noncitizen borrowers.” Through the statement, which dramatically upends decades of guidance from the CFPB and the Federal Reserve, theDepartment of Justice (DOJ) and CFPB aim to force American financial institutions to extend loans to illegal immigrants. This practice contradicts longstanding legal interpretations from federal regulators and could create situations where lenders are unable to recoup loan payments from deported illegal immigrants. “We write today to express our concerns regarding the October 12, 2023 joint statement by the CFPB and the DOJ warning financial institutions that the consideration of immigration status in loan applications may be a violation of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA),” the senators wrote. “While the CFPB and DOJ note that financial institutions are permitted to consider immigration status under the ECOA, they claim that unnecessary or overbroad reliance on immigration status ‘may run afoul of the law,’ and that all borrowers, regardless of immigration status, are protected from discrimination. Specifically, your agencies claim that if a creditor has a ‘blanket policy’ on immigration status, then they risk violating fair lending laws. The joint statement also suggests that as long as an applicant for credit has a good credit score and other credit qualifications, then his or her immigration status should not matter,” the senators continued. “While the CFPB and DOJ’s joint statement conflicts with decades of immigration status-related guidance from the CFPB and the Fed, it also poses serious risks to financial stability— encouraging financial institutions to ignore critical dispositive factors in their calculation of risk. Additionally, the fact that your agencies moved forward with this g… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://www.budd.senate.gov/2023/10/31/budd-proposes-amendment-to-shut-down-bidens-election-takeover-executive-order/ | Budd Proposes Amendment to Shut Down Biden’s Election Takeover Executive Order | 2023-10-31 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Ted Budd | B001305 | www.budd.senate.gov | budd | https://www.budd.senate.gov/category/news/press-releases/page/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) has proposed an amendment to the Senate Appropriations Minibus (H.R. 4366) to defund President Biden’s Executive Order 14019, which would empower federal agencies to use taxpayer funds to implement or enter into agreements with partisan organizations that conduct voter mobilization activities. This is the same Executive Order that is the subject of Senator Budd’s Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act (S. 1398). Sen. Budd said in a statement: “The federal government should not be using official taxpayer resources to advance partisan politics. We need to defund this ethically and legally dubious scheme to further weaponize the federal bureaucracy. Federal agencies should not engage in electioneering on the taxpayers’ dime.” Background: On March 7, 2021, President Biden signed Executive Order 14019, titled “Promoting Access to Voting.” The EO commands the head of every federal agency to submit to the President’s Domestic Policy Advisor, a plan outlining the steps their agency will take to “promote voter registration and voter participation.” The EO mandates that all federal agencies support “approved” third-party organizations to provide voter registration services on federal agency premises located in states across the nation. Determining which third-party organizations will be approved, by whom, and based on what criteria is missing from the EO. On January 19, 2022, Senator Budd and 35 of his colleagues wrote to the White House requesting copies of the strategic plans submitted under the EO. The White House never responded to the request and has refused to publicly disclose the plans. The Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act: The legislation prevents the Biden administration from using the power, resources, and reach of the federal executive branch, and federal offices located in states across the country, from engaging in voter registration and mobilization efforts designed to benefit Democrats. The bill prohibits the actions ordered under President Biden’s E… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:43:12Z |
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