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| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-announces-mobile-office-hours-january | Congressman Kustoff Announces Mobile Office Hours for January | 2024-12-27 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) announced mobile office hours for the month of January. Mobile office hours will be held on Tuesday, January 7, and Thursday, January 9. “Mobile office hours are a good way for constituents to connect with our office and let us know how we can continue to best represent Tennessee’s Eighth Congressional District in Washington,” said Congressman Kustoff. “If you need assistance with a federal agency such as the Small Business Administration, Social Security Administration, or the Department of Veterans Affairs, I encourage you to visit our mobile office sites across West Tennessee.” Tuesday, January 7 Lauderdale — 9:00am - 11:00am Lauderdale County Courthouse 100 Court Square Ripley, TN 38063 Tipton — 1:00pm - 3:00pm Covington City Hall 200 W. Washington Ave Covington, TN 38019 Henry — 9:00am - 11:00am Paris Henry County Chamber of Commerce 2508 E Wood St Paris, TN 38242 Henderson — 1:00pm - 3:00pm Henderson County Court House 17 Monroe Ave Lexington, TN 38351 Chester — 1:00pm - 3:00pm Henderson City Hall 121 Crook Ave Henderson, TN 38340 Crockett — 9:00am – 11:00am Crockett County Chamber 25 N Bells St. Alamo, TN 38001 Haywood — 1:00pm – 3:00pm Brownsville City Hall 15 E Main St. Brownsville, TN 38012 Thursday, January 9 Fayette — 9:00am - 11:00am Fayette County Chamber of Commerce 120 E Court Square Unit 101 Somerville, TN 38068 Hardeman — 1:00pm - 3:00pm Hardeman County Courthouse 100 N Main St Bolivar, TN 38008 Carroll — 9:00am - 11:00 am Town of Huntingdon City Hall 19810 E Main St Huntingdon, TN 38344 Gibson — 1:00pm - 3:00pm Milan City Hall 1061 S Main St Milan, TN 38358 McNairy — 9:00am - 11:00am McNairy County Court House 170 Court Ave Selmer, TN 38375 Hardin — 1:00pm - 3:00pm Tennessee River Museum 495 Main St Savannah, TN 38372 Lake — 9:00am - 11:00am Lake County Courthouse 116 S Court St Tiptonville, TN 38079 Obion — 1:00pm - 3:00pm Obion County Mayor’s Office 316 S Third St Union City, TN … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/human-trafficking/blackburn-cornyn-klobuchar-colleagues-bill-to-improve-investigations-of-online-child-exploitation-signed-into-law | Blackburn, Cornyn, Klobuchar, Colleagues’ Bill to Improve Investigations of Online Child Exploitation Signed into Law | 2024-12-24 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) released the following statements after their Project Safe Childhood Act, which would make improvements to the investigation and prosecution of online child exploitation, was signed into law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act: “It is our duty to protect the most innocent among us: our nation’s children,” said Senator Blackburn. “Kids need more protections in this rapidly increasing digital age, and the Project Safe Childhood Act will modernize how we investigate and prosecute online child predators by giving state and local law enforcement the federal support and training they need.” “No child should be exposed to vicious threats from online predators,” said Senator Cornyn. “This law will make key strategic improvements to give law enforcement officers and federal prosecutors the tools to go after online child predators and ensure more children are shielded from this horrific crime.” “We must do everything we can to protect our children from online exploitation and abuse,” said Senator Klobuchar. “By modernizing the Project Safe Childhood program, our bipartisan legislation will ensure that law enforcement has the tools and resources it needs to rescue victims and prosecute those who commit these terrible crimes.” “Too many young lives have been lost or destroyed by online sexual abuse,” said Senator Grassley. “By empowering local law enforcement and federal prosecutors to take down online predators, we can protect vulnerable kids and bring criminals to justice.” “The Project Safe Childhood Act takes a major step forward in the fight to protect children from the horrendous crime of online sexual exploitation,” said Sen. Blumenthal. “Safeguarding our nation’s children from such abhorrent abuse is urgent and imperative, and this critical legislation empowers law enforcement to combat these serious dangers and hold predators account… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-introduces-grown-america-act-2024 | Congressman Kustoff Introduces Grown in America Act of 2024 | 2024-12-23 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) recently introduced H.R. 10494, the Grown in America Act of 2024, in the House of Representatives with original cosponsors Reps. Jim Costa (D-CA), David Rouzer (R-NC), Mike Carey (R-OH), and Mark Alford (R-MO). This bipartisan legislation will create a federal tax credit to help businesses shift away from foreign markets and purchase more agricultural commodities here in the U.S. "A strong and resilient agriculture and food sector is vital to America’s economy and national security," said Congressman Kustoff. "It is imperative we support our famers here at home and ensure they are not losing out to foreign competitors. That is why I introduced the Grown in America Act of 2024. Incentivizing businesses to purchase from American farmers will help strengthen our supply chains, stimulate domestic investment and job creation, and reduce our over-reliance on foreign markets." "Our legislation is a win for American farmers, producers, dairymen, and women, especially those in the San Joaquin Valley, by lowering costs and boosting domestic manufacturing,” said Congressman Costa. “By offering tax credits for manufacturers who purchase U.S.-grown agricultural products, it strengthens supply chains and supports farmers who are price takers, not price makers. This vital step ensures American agriculture remains competitive, helping both farmers and manufacturers thrive in the global economy." “American goods should be made with American products. The Grown in America Act supports our farmers and ranchers while helping America First companies continue to compete against cheaper imported products. Bolstering the use of American agriculture products builds a more resilient supply chain for our manufacturing base while providing new and expanded markets for our producers," said Congressman Rouzer. “Missouri’s farmers and ranchers are the backbone of our economy and our communities. The Grown in America Act prioritizes domestically grown and sourced agricultural products by i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/news/video-blackburn-hassan-introduce-improving-travel-for-families-act | VIDEO: Blackburn, Hassan Introduce Improving Travel for Families Act | 2024-12-23 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Ahead of Christmas travel, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following video announcing the introduction of her Improving Travel for Families Act with Senator Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) to allow young children to accompany their parents through Global Entry. This will provide flexibility to help families traveling internationally with children. “One of the important things that we do is solve problems that Tennesseans let us know about, and that is something that we are working on with a new piece of legislation. We’ve heard from so many of our families that are stationed overseas that using the Global Entry program can really be very helpful. However, when they are traveling with young children – even newborns – those children are not allowed to go through that process, so I am filing the Improving Travel for Families Act. It will make it easier for parents with children that are under the age of 10 to have them go through global entry with them.” – Senator Blackburn Click here to download video of Senator Blackburn discussing the Improving Travel for Families Act. BACKGROUND: In fiscal year 2023, over 10 million individuals were members of Global Entry, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s program allowing pre-approved, low-risk travelers to go through expedited customs and passport control when arriving in the United States. These streamlined processes are incredibly important for the traveling public—especially as air travel returns to pre-pandemic levels—with the number of travelers arriving by air into the country increasing by 6.1% from August 2023 to August 2024. But Global Entry, specifically its redundant and bureaucratic processes, isn’t well-suited for family travel. While Transportation Security Administration PreCheck has adopted measures to allow children to join their parents in the fast lanes, the Global Entry Program has fallen behind and does not allow small children to travel in the Global Entry lanes if those children are not enrolled in the program—… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-fleischmann-statement-on-government-funding | Chairman Fleischmann Statement on Government Funding | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann | F000459 | fleischmann.house.gov | fleischmann | https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | “Tennesseans and Americans deserve a government that functions properly and is open. Democracy and representative government can be messy at times, but when we debate and air our differences openly and honestly, the end result is always the best for the American People. Throughout this week, I have been involved in negotiations with my colleagues to keep our government open and provide essential aid for our farmers and Tennesseans affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. I am glad that we passed a reasonable, responsible bill that delivers for the American People. Now it's time for the Senate to follow the House's lead and pass our bill.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/crime/blackburn-ossoff-bill-to-prevent-sexual-abuse-of-prison-staff-passes-senate | Blackburn, Ossoff Bill to Prevent Sexual Abuse of Prison Staff Passes Senate | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the Senate passed the Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act introduced by U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) to help address the increasingly pervasive sexual assault and harassment of Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) employees by inmates: “Last year, nearly half of surveyed Bureau of Prisons staff stated they had been sexually harassed or assaulted by an inmate. This statistic is appalling and unacceptable. No federal employee or law enforcement officer should have to fear for their safety when they show up to work, and I’m pleased to see the Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act move one step closer to becoming law,” said Senator Blackburn. “I remain focused on oversight of the Federal prison system and ending sexual abuse in prisons and jails, including the abuse of prison staff. Senator Blackburn and I brought Republicans and Democrats together to pass this bipartisan bill to help end sexual abuse in Federal prisons,” said Senator Ossoff. BACKGROUND: According to a February 2023 report by the U.S. Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General (DOJ OIG), a staggering 40% of 7,000 surveyed BOP staff stated they had been sexually harassed or sexually assaulted by an inmate. The 2023 report found that the BOP has inadequate data on inmate-on-staff sexual harassment and assault and has not been able to fully ascertain the scope of this widespread problem. The report also made a number of significant recommendations for the BOP to implement to help the agency better understand and mitigate this nationwide problem. At United States Penitentiary Thomson (USP Thomson) in Illinois, the American Federation of Government Employees reported that there had been over 300 incidents of inmate-on-staff sexual harassment in 2022 alone. USP Thomson houses only 875 inmates. This report, combined with BOP staff testimonials on this troubling problem, strongly suggest that BOP’s reporting and corrective procedures for inmate-on-staff sexual assault and harassment … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/jobs-and-economy/blackburn-bennet-tillis-coons-introduce-bill-to-strengthen-domestic-semiconductor-supply-chains | Blackburn, Bennet, Tillis, Coons Introduce Bill to Strengthen Domestic Semiconductor Supply Chains | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), and Chris Coons (D-Del.) introduced the Strengthening Essential Manufacturing and Industrial (SEMI) Investment Act to expand tax incentives for semiconductor facilities to include upstream materials suppliers. This would help protect U.S. defense supply chains by supporting domestic investment and reducing reliance on foreign adversaries like China. “Over the past few years, Communist China has dramatically ramped up its production of semiconductors, which power everything from cell phones to computers to trains,”said Senator Blackburn. “By expanding tax incentives for semiconductor facilities, the SEMI Investment Act would support investment right here at home and increase supply chain security.” “The CHIPS and Science Act revitalized advanced domestic manufacturing and restored funding for cutting-edge research and development. But without sustained investment across the semiconductor supply chain, we risk undermining these important efforts,” said Senator Bennet. “The Strengthening Essential Manufacturing and Industrial Investment Act (SEMI) Investment Act will secure our supply chains and ensure companies across the semiconductor ecosystem are able to invest in and expand U.S. production.” “Congress passed the CHIPS Act to support our entire domestic semiconductor supply chain,” said Senator Tillis. “It is crucial for our national security and economic resilience that we get this policy right and I am proud to cosponsor this legislation to ensure we reduce our reliance on our adversaries like China.” “Semiconductors drive everything from smartphones to medical devices to automobiles, and countries that excel at manufacturing them will be stronger and more secure in the decades ahead,” said Senator Coons. “Expanding the semiconductor manufacturing investment tax credit—established by President Biden’s CHIPS and Science Act—will strengthen our semiconductor supply chain and advance us toward that goa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/jobs-and-economy/blackburn-marshall-introduce-bill-to-reduce-tax-burden-on-social-security-benefits-for-seniors | Blackburn, Marshall Introduce Bill to Reduce Tax Burden on Social Security Benefits for Seniors | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) introduced the Reducing Excessive Taxation and Inefficiencies by Reforming Elder Exemptions to Support Fairness, Inflation Relief, and Simpler Taxes (RETIREES FIRST) Act to lower the tax burden on Social Security benefits for seniors. “Retirees across the country depend on Social Security, especially after enduring the record-high inflation of the last four years,” said Senator Blackburn. “This bill would cut taxes on seniors’ benefits, helping them keep more of their hard-earned money.” “President Trump promised to protect Social Security and deliver relief to senior citizens by cutting taxes on these benefits. This simple action will put more money in seniors' pockets, correct a fundamental flaw in our tax system, and support President Trump’s economic agenda and a promise made to the American people: No Tax on Social Security,” said Senator Marshall. BACKGROUND: Historically, Social Security benefits were entirely exempt from the federal income tax, reflecting the understanding that these benefits were funded by workers’ own earnings. In 1983, Congress passed legislation that taxed benefits for higher-income retirees to strengthen program solvency. However, the measure was only intended to impact a small portion of households. Current exemption thresholds—$25,000 for single filers and $32,000 for married filers—have not been adjusted for inflation since their creation, causing “bracket creep” that increasingly taxes middle-income retirees. Today, nearly 56% of retirees pay taxes on their Social Security benefits, compared to less than 10% in 1984, with this figure projected to rise further. Many retirees rely on Social Security as their primary source of income, but the added tax burden reduces their quality of life, especially as inflation erodes the value of their benefits. RETIREES FIRST ACT: This RETIREES FIRST Act would: Eliminate Taxes on Benefits for Most Retirees: Raise the provisional income thres… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/military/blackburn-secures-tennessee-priorities-in-2025-national-defense-bill | Blackburn Secures Tennessee Priorities in 2025 National Defense Bill | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after securing vital wins for Tennessee in the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which passed the Senate yesterday and will soon be signed into law: “In the face of formidable threats from Communist China, Iran, and Russia, this year’s national defense bill will help safeguard U.S. national security and support our men and women in uniform,” said Senator Blackburn. “Tennessee is home to tens of thousands of active-duty servicemembers, and this legislation will enhance their defense capabilities, support the development of new technology, and strengthen cybersecurity efforts in the Volunteer State.” KEY TENNESSEE PRIORITIES: Support the Pathfinder Program, which is developing technological solutions for real-world Army challenges at Vanderbilt University and in partnership with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Support the development of advanced materials for hypersonic vehicles, including at Arnold Air Force Base and the University of Tennessee Space Institute Support modernization efforts at production and support facilities, including at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant Continue to support the construction of the Uranium Processing Facility at the Y-12 National Security Complex Support Unmanned Arial Systems (UAS) test capabilities, unmanned underwater vehicle experiments, and other research projects, including through the partnership between the University of Memphis and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division on President’s Island in Memphis, Tennessee Support advanced materials manufacturing research, including ongoing research between the University of Tennessee, Knoxville,Army Research Lab, andOak Ridge National Laboratory Support the Nonproliferation Stewardship Program (NSP), creating a workforce of nuclear subject matter experts through Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and Y-12 National Security Complex Support the classified additive manufacturing partne… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/news/blackburn-announces-tennessee-priorities-in-water-resources-bill | Blackburn Announces Tennessee Priorities in Water Resources Bill | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after securing important projects for Tennessee in the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act, which passed the Senate this week and will soon be signed into law: “Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene across East Tennessee, rebuilding our communities and reassessing flood risk is extremely important across the entire state,” said Senator Blackburn. “This year’s Water Resources Development Act will allow the dredging and maintenance of Pidgeon Harbor in Memphis, enabling the continued growth of the industrial area and supporting the city as the Logistics Hub of America. It will also improve our state’s flood risk management to help us better respond to future natural disasters and strengthen wastewater infrastructure to support the development of Blue Oval City.” KEY TENNESSEE PRIORITIES: Authorization of federal maintenance and dredging of Pidgeon Harbor navigation channel in Memphis Feasibility study for flood risk management in Nashville Feasibility study for water supply support, including evaluation of Nolichucky River capabilities in Greene County Expedited completion of the Kentucky Lock and Dam navigation project $35 million for wastewater infrastructure and water supply infrastructure in Tipton County $50 million for water and wastewater infrastructure in Tipton, Haywood, and Fayette Counties Mandated coordination with stakeholders to address the dredging needs of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway in Mississippi and Alabama | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/women/senators-blackburn-and-gillibrand-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-remove-the-tax-penalty-on-settlements-awards-and-judgments-paid-to-survivors-of-sexual-assault-and-sexual-harassment | Senators Blackburn And Gillibrand Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Remove The Tax Penalty On Settlements, Awards, And Judgments Paid To Survivors Of Sexual Assault And Sexual Harassment | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) introduced the Tax Fairness for Survivors Act, a bipartisan and bicameral bill that would remove the federal tax penalty on settlements, awards, and judgments paid to survivors of sexual harassment and sexual assault. Current law exempts payments for damages due to physical and emotional injuries from physical injury cases from taxation. However, payments from sexual harassment and sexual assault lawsuits are taxed as income unless the survivor can prove that they received physical injuries, such as broken bones or bruises, during the incident. This can cause uncertainty in some cases regarding whether settlements from sexual assault or sexual harassment cases are taxed or not, causing additional anxiety for survivors. “Survivors of sexual assault and sexual harassment should not be forced to pay taxes on compensation they receive as a result of the crime,” said Senator Blackburn. “The Tax Fairness for Survivors Act would ensure these courageous survivors do not have to bear the cost of unjust financial penalties.” “It is unacceptable to force survivors of sexual assault and harassment to pay taxes on the compensation they rightfully deserve,” said Senator Gillibrand. “The Tax Fairness for Survivors Act is commonsense legislation that will eliminate this tax burden, allowing survivors to focus on healing in the wake of their trauma. I am proud to introduce this legislation, and I will continue fighting to ensure that survivors of sexual assault and harassment are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.” Blackburn and Gillibrand’s introduction of the Tax Fairness for Survivors Act follows the introduction of the same legislation in the House of Representatives by Reps. Lois Frankel (D-Fla.) and Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.) in August. The bill is endorsed by the National Alliance to End Sexual Violence and Lift Our Voices. “Survivors of sexual harassment and assault deserve fair treatment under the law,” said Representative Frankel.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/news/blackburn-ossoff-introduce-bill-to-help-rescue-more-children-from-violence-by-recording-child-protective-services-interviews/6583f60b-5203-4a53-8e5e-6edfd577b4f2 | Blackburn, Ossoff Introduce Bill to Help Rescue More Children from Violence by Recording Child Protective Services Interviews | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) introduced the Generate Recordings of All Child protective Interviews Everywhere (GRACIE) Act, which would incentivize states to require the recording of all Child Protective Services (CPS) interviews with children and adults. Modernizing CPS interview protocols would increase the likelihood that child trafficking victims will be identified and removed from dangerous situations, including sex and labor trafficking, domestic violence, physical and emotional abuse, and other forms of violence. “Children are often silenced by their abusers, and we need to do everything in our power to ensure that does not happen,” said Senator Blackburn. “The GRACIE Act would help give more children a voice, increase domestic violence reporting, and strengthen the foster care system.” “We can never do enough to support vulnerable children in Georgia and across the country,” said Senator Ossoff. “Senator Blackburn and I are introducing this new bipartisan bill to strengthen transparency in State child protective agencies and help States better fund their operations.” BACKGROUND: In the U.S., 37.4% of children will be interviewed by CPS at some point in their childhood. These initial interviews can be traumatic, so we must do everything we can to ensure transparency and accountability during the process. CPS is the gateway to the foster care system, and approximately 60% of U.S. domestic child sex trafficking victims have engaged with the foster care system. Many of them undergo multiple interviews without one CPS staffer identifying them as child trafficking victims or removing them from real-time trafficking violence. CPS has a history of distorting the testimony of children who are trying to speak out about abuse and trafficking. As a result, children can remain in abusive and dangerous situations. CPS interview protocols are broken, and mandating all CPS interviews be recorded would be a good first step toward fixing this broken system. The U.S… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/national-security/blackburn-urges-dod-to-protect-u-s-airspace-national-security-following-ongoing-drone-sightings | Blackburn Urges DOD to Protect U.S. Airspace & National Security Following Ongoing Drone Sightings | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Lloyd Austin regarding the ongoing drone sightings across the Eastern United States over the past several weeks. In the letter, Senator Blackburn requested more information on the DOD’s assessments of the drone sightings, what counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems are currently deployed to address these threats, and how the DOD is coordinating with federal, state, and local authorities. Drone Sightings Appear to Be Part of Broader Foreign Surveillance Pattern of U.S. Activity “I write to urgently raise concerns regarding the ongoing drone sightings across the Eastern United States, which have been widely reported over the past several weeks. These incidents, which seem to involve clusters of drones appearing near critical infrastructure and sensitive areas, represent a growing threat to our national security that demands immediate and serious attention. The reports of drone activity appear to be part of a broader pattern of foreign surveillance and intelligence-gathering efforts, including the 2023 Chinese spy balloon incident and the recent Chinese-backed Salt Typhoon hack targeting our telecommunications networks. These actions demonstrate a clear willingness from adversarial nations to utilize unconventional technologies to surveil, gather intelligence, and intimidate.” Blackburn Urges DOD to Take Clear and Immediate Action to Send a Strong Message to Any U.S. Adversaries Seeking to Undermine National Security “The persistence of credible sightings indicates a significant and evolving risk. The drone sightings across the East Coast should be viewed within this context as part of an ongoing, multidimensional threat to our national security. I strongly urge the Department of Defense to take all necessary steps – up to and including military action – to ensure the protection of our airspace and the security of the American people. A clear and immediate response will not only mitigate the current… | 1 | 2026-04-07T15:46:19Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/technology/bipartisan-bicameral-legislation-to-prevent-supply-chain-disruptions-protect-american-producers-pocketbooks-set-to-pass-in-end-of-year-package | Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Prevent Supply Chain Disruptions, Protect American Producers & Pocketbooks, Set to Pass in End of Year Package | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), and Representatives Larry Bucshon (R-Ind.) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), secured a package of provisions based on the bipartisan Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act in the must-pass Continuing Resolution. The package authorizes the U.S. Department of Commerce to strengthen American supply chains for critical industries and emerging technologies by working with the private sector and other U.S. government partners to anticipate and prevent future supply chain disruptions before they happen. In the process, it will also identify opportunities to grow manufacturing capacity and jobs, and reduce costs for American consumers. “Strengthening supply chains is essential to ensuring that groceries, fuel, household products, and every other consumer product is accessible and affordable,” said Sen. Blackburn. “To achieve a strong, resilient, supply chain, we must have a coordinated, national strategy that decreases dependence on our adversaries, like Communist China, and leverages American ingenuity. By establishing a supply chain resiliency program at the Department of Commerce, the U.S. government can better coordinate with private sector partners, identify risks, and increase our competitiveness.” “Strengthening our supply chains is essential to ensuring that critical goods remain accessible and affordable,” Sen. Cantwell said. “And we need strong, secure supply chains to keep our country competitive in the global race for emerging technologies. This bill will strengthen American manufacturing jobs, keep our store shelves stocked and lower costs for American families." Senators Cantwell and Blackburn introduced the Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act (S. 4375) in May 2024. The House companion legislation, introduced by Reps. Bucshon and Blunt Rochester (H.R. 6571), overwhelmingly passed the House the same month. “The past few years have revealed significant weaknesses in the supply chains that Americans depend on, affect… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/technology/blackburn-blumenthal-joint-statement-on-house-leadership-s-refusal-to-allow-a-vote-on-the-kids-online-safety-act | Blackburn, Blumenthal Joint Statement on House Leadership’s Refusal to Allow a Vote on the Kids Online Safety Act | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) released the following statement on the status of passing the Kids Online Safety Act in the 118th Congress: “While the House has refused to take up the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act, countless children and teens have died from suicide, mental health disorders, predation, bullying, and drug use fostered and fueled by Big Tech. One of these victims, Jesse Harrington, was a 15-year-old boy who wanted to be a firefighter and died by suicide in October after becoming addicted to Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, while the House sat on its hands at the behest of Mark Zuckerberg. The House’s active obstruction of the Kids Online Safety Act will tragically result in the deaths of even more children like Jesse. To be clear: the blockade against safeguards and accountability was about padding Big Tech’s financial bottom line, not principle. For nearly four years, we have worked with more than 240 organizations and colleagues across the political spectrum to craft bipartisan legislation to protect children online from Big Tech abuses – legislation that passed the Senate on a 91-3 vote. Yet falsehoods crafted in Silicon Valley boardrooms and parroted by Washington politicians, along with millions of dollars spent along the way, held up KOSA in the House to advance Meta and Google's goal of profiting off our children. We are thankful to Senate leadership, most especially Senators Chuck Schumer, Mitch McConnell, John Thune, Ted Cruz, and Maria Cantwell and the powerful bipartisan coalition that supported KOSA and continues to believe it is necessary. We are grateful for the many free speech advocates who saw through Big Tech's lies and smokescreen, including Elon Musk, Linda Yaccarino, and Donald Trump, Jr. It was House Republican leadership who chose not to move this bill forward despite overwhelming support. We will continue the strongly bipartisan fight on the Kids Online Safety Act for the young people and parents across th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/veterans/blackburn-demands-accountability-from-secretary-mcdonough-on-mountain-home-va-scandal | Blackburn Demands Accountability from Secretary McDonough on Mountain Home VA Scandal | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough regarding the disturbing reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and inappropriate workplace conduct involving multiple employees at the Mountain Home Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC). Senator Blackburn requested an update on the status of the ongoing investigation, how many allegations have been made against the Mountain Home VAMC in recent years, what corrective actions will be taken, and how many employees have been terminated or reassigned as a result of the investigation. Mountain Home VAMC Is Subject of Ongoing Investigation on Reports of Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, and Inappropriate Workplace Conduct “I write to inquire about the ongoing investigation into allegations of misconduct at the James H. Quillen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center (Mountain Home VAMC) in Johnson City, Tennessee. As you know, your staff briefed me regarding disturbing reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and inappropriate workplace conduct involving multiple employees at the Mountain Home VAMC.” Such Disgusting Misconduct Should Never Have Been Allowed to Occur “It is beyond reprehensible that no individual has been held meaningfully accountable for their actions. Equally troubling are the leadership and oversight failures that may have allowed such misconduct to occur. The absence of clear answers, coupled with media reports, has caused unnecessary distress among the Mountain Home veteran community. The VA must act urgently to address these concerns. Transparency and accountability are not optional—they are essential to restoring trust and ensuring my constituents feel that they can expect this facility to provide them with the highest standard of care.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-votes-against-fy2025-ndaa | Congressman Burchett votes against FY2025 NDAA | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C., (December 11, 2024) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) voted against the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025. “It spends $9 billion more than last year's NDAA and the Pentagon just failed their seventh consecutive audit. I'm not going to vote taxpayer money into thin air or put it into the hands of folks who can't handle it." said Rep. Burchett. The FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act authorizes $895.2 billion in defense spending, an increase of over $9 billion from the FY2024 NDAA. For reference, in 2020, the U.S. authorized $778.4 billion in defense spending. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-fleischmann-votes-to-pass-fiscal-year-2025-national-defense-authorization-act | Chairman Fleischmann Votes to Pass Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann | F000459 | fleischmann.house.gov | fleischmann | https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | “The Fiscal Year 2025 NDAA is an essential bill that makes critical investments in our military, troops, and, most importantly, our nation’s nuclear deterrent and infrastructure, which are all of the highest priority for the safety and security of the United States and the entire free world. There is no denying the fact that Communist China, Russia, and their proxies are heavily investing in their nuclear arsenals and militaries with the intent of spreading their malign influence throughout the world. Sadly, because of the weakness of the Biden-Harris Administration, we’ve seen Russia invade the sovereign country of Ukraine and threaten the world with the use of a tactical nuclear weapon, and Communist China continues to threaten the sovereignty of Taiwan and the entire Asia-Pacific region. As the enemies of freedom continue to threaten the world, the United States of America must not fall behind in our military capabilities to keep not only our nation free and safe, but also the entire free world,” said Chairman Fleischmann. “The FY25 NDAA restores military lethality by investing in state-of-the-art weaponry and military systems while removing Biden’s and Harris’ woke policies that have been forced on our servicemen and women, gives our troops a must needed and deserved pay raise, cuts unnecessary spending; saving taxpayers billions, and, most importantly, makes essential upgrades to America’s nuclear deterrent and infrastructure that are critical for our nation to not fall behind China and Russia. As Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, one of my highest priorities has been to modernize and invest in our nuclear deterrent so the United States and our allies will never be able to be threatened by our adversaries with nuclear supremacy. We can never allow Russia or Communist China to replace the United States of America as the global nuclear superpower, and the FY25 NDAA ensures this will not happen.” “Specifically, as Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, I am pleased that the FY25 NDAA: Fully … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-introduces-legislation-eliminate-pbm-monopoly-pharmaceutical | Rep. Harshbarger Introduces Legislation to Eliminate the PBM Monopoly on the Pharmaceutical Delivery Chain | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | Diana Harshbarger | H001086 | harshbarger.house.gov | harshbarger | https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representatives Diana Harshbarger (R-Tenn.) and Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) introduced the Patients Before Monopolies (PBM) Act. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation will prohibit joint ownership of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and pharmacies, a gross conflict of interest that enables these companies to enrich themselves at the expense of patients and independent pharmacies. The Senate version of the bill was introduced by Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) Over the past decade, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) — the middlemen between pharmacies and health insurance companies — have morphed into large healthcare conglomerates that exercise control over every link in the prescription drug coverage and delivery chain. Today, the largest healthcare conglomerates each own a PBM — which pays for pharmacy services — as well as the pharmacy chains that provide those services. This inherent conflict of interest results in higher drug costs for patients and fewer independent pharmacies, but bigger profits for the corporate healthcare giants. The Patients Before Monopolies (PBM) Act would address this by: Prohibiting a parent company of a PBM or a health insurer from owning a pharmacy business; Requiring that a parent company in violation of the PBM Act divest its pharmacy business within three years; Enabling the FTC, Department of Health and Human Services, Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice, and state attorneys general to issue orders requiring violators of the PBM Act to divest its pharmacy business and disgorge any revenue received during the period of such violation; Directing the FTC to distribute any disgorged revenue to harmed communities, including consumers overcharged at vertically integrated pharmacies; Mandating reporting of all divestitures to the FTC, and allowing the FTC to review all divestitures and subsequent acquisitions to protect competition, financial viability, and the public interest. “As a life-long pharmacist, I know f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issue/technology/blackburn-on-fox-business-we-have-the-votes-to-pass-kosa-in-the-house | Blackburn on Fox Business: ‘We Have the Votes to Pass KOSA in the House’ | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today on Fox Business’ Varney & Co., U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) urged House Republican leadership to call a vote on the Kids Online Safety Act, which overwhelmingly passed the Senate 91-3 in July. Last week, free speech champion Elon Musk endorsed the new negotiated text as well as X CEO Linda Yaccarino and Donald Trump, Jr. Click here to download video of Senator Blackburn’s remarks about KOSA on Fox Business. STUART VARNEY: “House lawmakers have just weeks to pass the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act before the new Congress is sworn in. The Senate has already passed this bill with overwhelming majority. This bill would limit who kids can talk to, limit infinite scrolling and notifications, make it easy for kids to delete data, and a whole lot more… Are there enough votes to get this thing passed now?” SENATOR BLACKBURN: “Yes, indeed. In the House, we have enough votes to get it passed. It is a matter of the Leader and the Speaker in the House actually putting it on the floor and calling a vote. There’s been all these falsehoods about the bill, and we have worked to tighten up protections on free speech. We have addressed some of the ‘duty of care.’ There is absolutely no reason for the bill not to move forward.” “Stuart, when Elon Musk has signed off on this bill – he is truly the free speech champion. He bought X to make certain that free speech was protected. And he and Linda Yaccarino, who is the CEO of X, have both tweeted in support. Donald Trump, Jr. has tweeted in support. We need to make certain we put protections in place for our children in the virtual space just like we have them in the physical space.” RELATED: Blackburn, Blumenthal Statement on New ‘X’ Negotiated KOSA Text | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/jobs-and-economy/blackburn-tenney-introduce-doge-acts-to-make-federal-government-more-efficient-and-slash-wasteful-spending | Blackburn, Tenney Introduce “DOGE Acts” to Make Federal Government More Efficient and Slash Wasteful Spending | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn) and U.S. Representative Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.) introduced a package of bills known as the “DOGE Acts” to hold the federal government accountable for managing taxpayer dollars. The DOGE Acts coincide with President-elect Trump’s recently announced Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which will be led by entrepreneurs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. “The American people have had enough of outsized bureaucracy and wasteful government spending. The DOGE Acts are the first step to achieving government efficiency by requiring federal employees to get back in the office, moving federal agencies into the heartland of America, cutting bloated federal spending across the board, and freezing federal hiring and salaries until we can rightsize the federal government,” said Senator Blackburn. “Under President Trump's leadership and a Republican-controlled Congress, we are determined to cut wasteful government spending and reduce costs for hardworking Americans. Congress is ready to collaborate with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to rein in bloated budgets, relocate federal agencies out of Washington, DC, reform outdated bureaucracies, and ensure bureaucrats actually work for their pay. The DOGE Acts embody these priorities, serving as a bold first step in advancing the incoming Trump Administration's 'Make America Efficient Again' agenda,” said Representative Tenney. THE DOGE ACTS: The DOGE Acts include the separate pieces of legislation below: The Federal Freeze Act would help address out-of-control spending and save taxpayer dollars by implementing a one-year freeze on increases in federal civilian employees’ salaries, directing federal agency heads to establish a cap on the number of workers that can be employed over a period of three years, and decreasing the number of employees at federal agencies. This legislation would exempt certain employees deemed necessary to serve the interests of law enforcement, national security, public safety, and publ… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/technology/blackburn-warner-delbene-pfluger-introduce-legislation-to-strengthen-u-s-immersive-technology-leadership | Blackburn, Warner, DelBene, Pfluger Introduce Legislation to Strengthen U.S. Immersive Technology Leadership | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Mark Warner (D-Va.) along with Representatives Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) and August Pfluger (R-Texas) introduced the United States Leadership in Immersive Technology Act to establish an advisory panel tasked with creating a national immersive technology strategy: “We need to stay two steps ahead of our adversaries when it comes to applying immersive technology in American industries and stimulating economic growth,” said Senator Blackburn. “Our United States Leadership in Immersive Technology Act would make certain we can compete with adversaries like the Chinese Communist Party and safeguard national security as virtual reality and augmented reality become more prevalent on the world stage.” “The global technology landscape is rapidly changing. In order to take full advantage of the possibilities of XR, remain competitive globally, and protect our national interests, it’s crucial that we have industry and government leaders working together on the same page. This legislation will help to do just that by creating a national strategy for XR,” said Senator Warner. “We cannot allow ourselves to be left behind in the burgeoning XR field,” said Rep. DelBene. “As our world becomes increasingly technological, it is crucial that we prepare to compete effectively on the global stage while protecting our interests. This legislation will help us catch up to other global leaders and regain our foothold in creating national standards.” “Immersive Technology is an essential technological tool utilized by thousands of Americans, businesses, and our military for enhanced simulation and training capabilities. Recently, China has been aggressively investing in XR technology, posing a potential threat to our economic and national security interests,” said Rep. Pfluger. “Our legislation will ensure the United States maintains global leadership through a national strategy in this emerging technology.” BACKGROUND: Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), colle… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-liberty-laundry-act-passes-house | Rep. Ogles' ‘Liberty In Laundry Act’ Passes House | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | Andrew Ogles | O000175 | ogles.house.gov | ogles | https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) achieved another significant legislative milestone today with the passage of his standalone bill, the Liberty in Laundry Act, through the House of Representatives. This legislation bars Biden’s Department of Energy from establishing costly energy conservation standards on clothes washers. This bill is one of his many efforts to dismantle the Biden regime’s excessive and unconstitutional regulations on consumer appliances. “I have spent much of my time in Congress fighting back the federal government’s vast overreach into the lives of hardworking Americans. In a slew of woke, “environmental” nonsense rulemaking attempts by the Biden Administration, the Secretary of Energy issued new standards for clothing washers and dryers in March,” said Congressman Ogles. “In response, I introduced the Liberty in Laundry Act, which will prohibit the Secretary of Energy from imposing “energy conservation standards” for clothes washers that are not economically feasible and economically justified. Americans should be able to do their laundry in peace without the input of Big Brother.” Cosponsors (2): Reps. John Moolenar (MI-02) and Diana Harshbarger (TN-01). BILL TEXT | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/immigration/video-blackburn-calls-on-senate-judiciary-committee-to-pass-the-clear-act | VIDEO: Blackburn Calls on Senate Judiciary Committee to Pass the CLEAR Act | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) called on Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) to take up and pass the CLEAR Act, which would ensure state and local law enforcement officials can help the federal government deport criminal illegal immigrants from the U.S. This hearing included testimony from Patty Morin whose daughter, Rachel Morin, was allegedly murdered last year by an illegal immigrant from El Salvador. Click here to download video of Senator Blackburn’s remarks during the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Blackburn: Open-Border Policies Are Not Compassionate “This open-border policy that we’ve seen is not a compassionate policy. I’ve talked to people that work with human trafficking and sex trafficking, and what is happening to women and children is abhorrent, and we are all aware of that. Mr. Chairman, I appreciated your remark that we should deport those that are truly a danger to Americans. I think that’s accurate. I don’t think anyone would disagree with that.” Blackburn Calls on Senate Judiciary Committee to Pass the CLEAR Act “We’ve all seen the uptick in violent crimes – such as Ms. Morin and her family have experienced – and this is the reason I re-introduced my CLEAR Act this year, which would enable local law enforcement when they apprehend someone who is in the country illegally to detain them and then call on ICE to deport them. And then the federal government have to repay that local law enforcement agency for what they’ve spent in that apprehension, that detention, and we should pass this bill today. That would be a good thing for this committee to be doing this last week. Pull it up, put it on the hotline, and run it.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-introduces-pilot-certificate-accessibility-act | Rep. Burchett introduces Pilot Certificate Accessibility Act | 2024-12-09 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C., (Dec. 9th, 2024) – Last week, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced the Pilot Certificate Accessibility Act. Commercial pilots are required to carry paper copies of their original medical and airman certificates in the event inspection is required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator, a National Transportation Safety board representative, or federal, state or local law officials. The Pilot Certificate Accessibility Act would increase efficiency by allowing pilots to carry digital copies of these documents on electronic devices or cloud storage platforms. “Everything we do is online nowadays,” said Rep. Burchett. “I don't see a reason why our pilots should have to carry physical documents with them instead of keeping them on their phone like everything else.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/news/blackburn-cortez-masto-probe-doj-on-match-fixing-risk-ahead-of-2026-fifa-world-cup-and-2028-olympics | Blackburn, Cortez Masto Probe DOJ on Match-Fixing Risk Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics | 2024-12-09 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole Argentieri on the growing risk of match-fixing in the United States and its potential ties to organized crime around the world. Match-fixing not only threatens the game, but is often connected to human trafficking, drug trafficking, arms smuggling, and terrorism. The Senators are seeking answers from the DOJ on U.S. enforcement against match-fixing and the steps federal law enforcement is taking to protect the integrity of sports against those running illegal offshore sports books. American Law Enforcement Must Be Equipped to Combat Organized Crime and Match-Fixing as U.S. Prepares to Host FIFA World Cup and Olympics “We write to you today to express our unease at the growing risk of match-fixing in the United States and its potential ties to organized crime around the world. As the United States plans to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics—two of the biggest sporting events in the world—we must ensure American law enforcement has every tool at their disposal to protect the integrity of the games and fight against organized crime.” Organized Crime Efforts Are Becoming More Sophisticated and Lucrative “Organized crime has long manipulated sporting events, and their efforts are only getting more sophisticated. Match-fixing does not simply pose threats to the integrity of the game, but it can be connected to violent crime—including human trafficking, drug trafficking, arms smuggling, and terrorism. These criminals have seized on illicit sports betting and match-fixing as a vehicle for laundering money and making incredible profits. Foreign, illegal online betting markets have become the perfect venues for these schemes, with studies showing that up to 10% of organized crime revenue is made from sports bets. Experts estimated in 2014 that $140 billion is laundered annually through illegal and unregulate… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/fema-public-assistance-webinar | FEMA Public Assistance Webinar | 2024-12-08 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | Diana Harshbarger | H001086 | harshbarger.house.gov | harshbarger | https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Tuesday, December 10th, FEMA will be holding a webinar outlining how communities can use and benefit from public assistance through their cost-sharing assistance program. Local partners, non-profits, and community leaders are encouraged to join. FEMA’s Public Assistance Mitigation Cost Share Incentives Webinar Date: Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 Time: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. EST Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://fema.zoomgov.com/j/1606110130?pwd=HYtnBCuaHrFAIqZd8iSKMlumdrEDYt.1 Webinar ID: 160 611 0130 Passcode: CSI | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/technology/blackburn-blumenthal-statement-on-new-x-negotiated-kosa-text | Blackburn, Blumenthal Statement on New ‘X’ Negotiated KOSA Text | 2024-12-07 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) released the following statement after X CEO Linda Yaccarino announced updated KOSA bill text to further safeguard freedom of speech for minors online. “Led by X, the new changes made to the Kids Online Safety Act strengthen the bill while safeguarding free speech online and ensuring it is not used to stifle expression,” said Senators Blackburn and Blumenthal. “These changes should eliminate once and for all the false narrative that this bill would be weaponized by unelected bureaucrats to censor Americans. We thank Elon and Linda for their bold leadership and commitment to protecting children online and for helping us get this bill across the finish line this Congress. We appreciate that this endorsement and revised text reflects their publicly stated goal of furthering free speech without fear of censorship. We reiterate X’s call to pass KOSA by the end of the year – it is clear that this legislation has overwhelming support from Congress.” BACKGROUND: You can view the revised bill text, including changes negotiated by X, here. These changes were made to further make clear that KOSA would not censor, limit, or remove any content from the internet, and it does not give the FTC or state AGs the power to bring lawsuits over content or speech, no matter who it is from. The bill passes First Amendment scrutiny because it is content neutral. RELATED: Blackburn Announces Growing Conservative Momentum for the Kids Online Safety Act Tennessee AG Leads 31 State Attorneys General in Urging Congress to Pass Blackburn’s Kids Online Safety Act | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-announces-congressional-app-challenge-winner-0 | Congressman Kustoff Announces Congressional App Challenge Winner | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) announced the 2024 Congressional App Challenge winner for Tennessee's Eighth Congressional District is Alex Barthel from St. George's Independent School in Shelby County. Alex created the app, Unbias, which uses artificial intelligence to identify and report potential biases in news and articles. "Congratulations to Alex for winning this year's Congressional App Challenge," said Congressman Kustoff. "Alex's app, Unbias, uses artificial intelligence to identify and report potential bias in news sources. I am always impressed to see West Tennessee's next generation create these innovative apps that will benefit our community. Thank you to all the students who submitted an app this year." The Congressional App Challenge began in 2014 as an effort to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), and to encourage students to learn coding and computer science skills. Students in participating congressional districts compete against their peers by creating original software applications ("apps"). Winning apps are featured on the U.S. House of Representatives' website, the Congressional App Challenge website, and are displayed in a U.S. Capitol Building exhibit. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/immigration/blackburn-ossoff-introduce-bill-to-crack-down-on-fentanyl-trafficking-dangerous-counterfeits-and-imports-made-with-forced-labor | Blackburn, Ossoff Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Fentanyl Trafficking, Dangerous Counterfeits, and Imports Made with Forced Labor | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) introduced the Detection and Exclusion of Negligent, Illicit, and Extralegal Deliveries (DENIED) Act to crack down on fentanyl trafficking, protect Americans from unsafe counterfeits, and prevent bad actors from importing products made with forced labor into the United States by exploiting U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) screening process: “Foreign criminals and shady businesses exploit vulnerabilities in our trade system to import products made with forced labor, slip counterfeit goods into U.S. markets, and smuggle drugs across the southern border,” said Senator Blackburn. “We need to strengthen efforts to prevent bad actors from importing unethical goods, and our DENIED Act would combat the fentanyl epidemic, protect U.S. intellectual property, and counter forced labor practices around the world.” “Senator Blackburn and I are introducing this bipartisan bill to strengthen enforcement against imports tainted by forced labor and illegal trade practices,” said Senator Ossoff. BACKGROUND: De minimis entry permits imports valued under $800 to enter the United States duty-free through a streamlined inspection process, allowing CBP to focus its resources on higher-risk shipments. While most businesses follow the rules, some have exploited the de minimis process to import products made with forced labor, especially from regions like Xinjiang, China. This allows them to bypass critical inspections and undercut companies that adhere to ethical standards. Earlier this year, Senator Blackburn sent a letter to U.S. Treasury Department Secretary Janet Yellen raising concerns about the Biden-Harris administration’s failure to fully enforce the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). In addition, criminals are using the de minimis process to smuggle drugs like fentanyl and its precursor chemicals into the United States, avoiding detection by shipping small packages and fueling the ongoing opioid crisis. In 2023 alone, CBP … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/jobs-and-economy/senate-passes-blackburn-hickenlooper-music-tourism-bill | Senate Passes Blackburn, Hickenlooper Music Tourism Bill | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan American Music Tourism Act introduced by U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.) to support and increase music tourism for both domestic and international visitors: “Tennesseans know a thing or two about the positive impact that music tourism has on the economy and culture,” said Senator Blackburn. “The Volunteer State is proud to be home to so many iconic musical landmarks for tourists to enjoy – from Graceland in Memphis to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, and the Birthplace of Country Music Museum in Bristol. This bipartisan legislation promotes music tourism’s fast-growing industry, and I’m pleased the Senate took action to ensure fans from all over the world can celebrate the rich history of music for generations to come.” “Colorado’s vibrant music scene attracts artists and fans from around the world,” said Senator Hickenlooper. “Our bipartisan bill will help our local music venues thrive and expand.” ENDORSEMENTS: This legislation is supported by the Recording Academy, the Nashville Songwriter’s Association International, the Recording Industry Association of America, Live Nation Entertainment, the National Independent Venue Association, Tennessee Department of Tourism Development, Tennessee Entertainment Commission, Memphis Tourism, Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism, the Overton Park Shell, Airbnb, Eventbrite, and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum. “The Recording Academy is pleased to support the American Music Tourism Act and applauds Senators Blackburn and Hickenlooper for their continued dedication to lifting up the music community. Music has long played an important role in our economy and culture. This bill will amplify the music community’s contributions to economic growth and increase understanding of music’s impact on the U.S. and the world,” said Todd Dupler, Chief Advocacy and Public Policy Officer of the Recording Academy. “The Nashville Songwriters Associat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/technology/icymi-in-the-hill-senators-ramp-up-pressure-on-house-to-pass-online-safety-privacy-package-in-lame-duck-session | ICYMI in The Hill: Senators Ramp up Pressure on House to Pass Online Safety, Privacy Package in Lame-Duck Session | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Earlier this week, U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) joined a bipartisan group of legislators urging House Republican Leaders to pass the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act (KOSPA) package before the end of the year. The legislation to protect children from increasing harms caused by social media has languished in the House for months after overwhelmingly passing the Senate, 91-3, in July. Read more about the Senators’ push to pass this legislation before the end of the year below. Senators ramp up pressure on House to pass online safety, privacy package in lame-duck session Miranda Nazzaro The Hill A group of bipartisan senators pushed House Republican leadership on Wednesday to pass the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act (KOSPA) before the end of the year as it remains stalled in the lower chamber. In a letter sent to House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), six senators with the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee asked the leaders to “put the well-being of our children ahead of tech companies and bring KOSPA to the House floor for a vote. The KOSPA package, which overwhelmingly passed the Senate in July, combines two measures, including the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), which would create regulations for the kinds of features tech and social media companies offer kids online and aims to reduce the addictive nature and mental health impact of these platforms. The package also includes the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0). If passed, the measure would update the original COPPA from 1998 and add data privacy measures including the ban of targeted advertising to teens and kids online. “We write today to state our support for protecting American children from the harms caused by social media and other online platforms,” the senators wrote. “While the internet and digital tools have helped kids connect with others and the world around them, these benefits have come at a p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/health-care/blackburn-kelly-introduce-bill-to-increase-primary-care-access-and-lower-costs-for-medicaid-recipients-in-rural-communities | Blackburn, Kelly Introduce Bill to Increase Primary Care Access and Lower Costs for Medicaid Recipients in Rural Communities | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn) and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) introduced the Medicaid Primary Care Improvement Act to grant state Medicaid programs the authority to explore and implement direct primary care arrangements for Medicaid beneficiaries. Key features of the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model include predictable costs, improved access, reduced administrative burden, and lower costs. “Rural residents often experience worse health outcomes and higher hospital utilization compared to urban populations, and 78 of Tennessee’s 95 counties are rural – making it extremely important to improve primary care access for Medicaid recipients in these communities,” said Senator Blackburn. “The Medicaid Primary Care Improvement Act would address disproportionate health care coverage in rural areas by providing states with greater flexibility to address primary care challenges within Medicaid populations.” “Access to quality primary care is essential for the health and well-being of Arizonans,” said Senator Kelly. “By expanding care options for patients, this bill will allow providers to meaningfully address health needs and improve preventive care.” BACKGROUND: Primary care providers play a critical role in preventing serious health conditions, reducing emergency room utilization, improving patient outcomes, and potentially lowering overall healthcare costs. Studies consistently show that higher continuity of primary care, where patients maintain a long-term relationship with their primary care physician, leads to fewer hospital admissions. However, Medicaid populations face unique challenges that exacerbate costs and strain provider capacity, including high emergency room utilization, disproportionate coverage in rural areas, and poorer outcomes in rural communities. Access to primary care is especially limited in rural, low-income areas. The patient-to-physician ratio in rural areas is just 39.8 physicians per 100,000 people, compared to 53.3 per 100,000 in urban areas. The United States is pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/technology/news-bipartisan-senate-leaders-urge-house-gop-to-stand-up-to-tech-companies-protect-children-from-social-media-harms-pass-kids-online-privacy-legislation-before-end-of-year | NEWS: Bipartisan Senate Leaders Urge House GOP to Stand Up to Tech Companies, Protect Children From Social Media Harms & Pass Kids Online Privacy Legislation Before End of Year | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chair Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Ranking Member Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), and Sens. Edward Markey (D-Mass.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), authors of bipartisan bills to protect children online, wrote to House Republican Leaders urging them to pass the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act (KOSPA) package before the end of the year. The legislation to protect children from increasing harms caused by social media has languished in the House for months after overwhelmingly passing the Senate, 91-3, in July. “While the internet and digital tools have helped kids connect with others and the world around them, these benefits have come at a profound cost—our children are experiencing emotional, mental, and physical harm from their use of digital platforms,” the senators wrote in a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise. “Studies show the more time youth spend on social media, the greater the risk they will suffer from poor mental health, disordered eating, and diminished sleep quality. These risks are multiplied because social media platforms are designed to be addictive, so that kids will spend more time online.” The KOSPA package combines two key pieces of legislation. The first is the Markey-Cassidy Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0), which updates the original COPPA passed in 1998. This legislation bans online companies from collecting personal information from users under 17 years old without their consent and creates an eraser button to eliminate personal information online. The second component is the Blumenthal-Blackburn Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), which provides children and parents with the tools, safeguards and transparency to protect against online harms, establishes a duty of care for online platforms and requires the most protective settings for kids by default. “KOSPA proves that Congress can set aside politics and act decisively when o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issues/pro-life/blackburn-smith-lead-over-100-members-of-congress-in-asking-gao-to-investigate-how-much-federal-funding-has-been-awarded-to-abortion-providers | Blackburn, Smith Lead Over 100 Members of Congress in Asking GAO to Investigate How Much Federal Funding Has Been Awarded to Abortion Providers | 2024-12-03 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a bicameral letter led by U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Representatives Chris Smith (R-N.J.), Robert Aderholt (R-Ala.), and Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.), 112 Members of Congress asked the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to investigate and report on the amount of federal funding that has been awarded to abortion providers—including Planned Parenthood—over the past three years: “We are writing to request updated information on federal funding for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Planned Parenthood Federation of America, International Planned Parenthood Federation, MSI Reproductive Choices, and four domestic abortion providers,” the lawmakers wrote. “Proper oversight of public funds and programs is crucial for determining the value of the goods and services provided to and funded by American taxpayers. The information sought in this inquiry is instrumental for policymakers and the public alike,” the lawmakers continued. “It is our hope that this report will provide greater insight as Congress considers funding levels and provides increased transparency and openness for our constituencies and the general public.” BACKGROUND: The lawmakers noted the GAO has prepared several congressionally requested reports on federal funding for these organizations over the years. According to its most recent report, the abortion industry had siphoned off nearly $2 billion federal taxpayer between fiscal years 2019-2021. CO-SIGNERS: Among the 81 House Members and 31 Senators who signed the letter are the top three leaders of the new Congress: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.), and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.). | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/12/issue/technology/blackburn-fights-to-protect-seniors-from-skyrocketing-artificial-intelligence-scams | Blackburn Fights to Protect Seniors from Skyrocketing Artificial Intelligence Scams | 2024-12-02 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of the holiday season, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), ranking member of the Senate Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, issued a warning to seniors at risk of harmful cyber-attacks during a hearing on protecting consumers from artificial intelligence (AI) enabled fraud and scams: Click hereto watch the full hearing and here to download Senator Blackburn’s remarks. Senior Citizens Are Targeted Most Frequently by AI Scams “Older Americans are the ones who have been hit most frequently with this, as an emerging threat. Now, the fraudsters that are utilizing AI to deceive consumers have gotten crafty when it comes to creating these highly personalized and convincing attacks. What is surprising to a lot of people is the fact that they are doing this at scale… These attacks have become very realistic. The spear phishing emails that really use a lot of this, make it appear that it's coming from a trusted source. And adding to this, the chat box, which make it appear that you are having an actual real-time conversation with someone, is very disarming… The use of these tools by the scammers are becoming more prevalent, they're becoming more precise, more widespread, and harder to attack.” Artificial Intelligence Scams Are Putting Tennesseans at Risk “In Tennessee, I say we've got the good, bad, and ugly relationship with AI. A lot of our manufacturers, people that are working in healthcare, predictive diagnoses, disease analysis, logistics, they are utilizing AI every day, to achieve efficiencies… The ugly is really what is happening to people with these scams, and with these frauds, and especially when it comes to senior citizens… The FTC with the Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book listed that scams increased a billion dollars over the last 12 months to $10 billion. This is what it's costing… We know AI is what is driving a lot of this. It is a technology that is advancing so incredibly fast, and of course legislation never keeps pace with technology.” Blackburn Says Congress Mus… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-defends-tennessee-tile-manufacturing-jobs-letter-secretary-commerce | Rep. Rose Defends Tennessee Tile Manufacturing Jobs in Letter to Secretary of Commerce | 2024-11-27 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | John W. Rose | R000612 | johnrose.house.gov | johnrose | https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) led a letter to Secretary Gina Raimondo urging the Department of Commerce to finalize robust tariffs on Indian ceramic tile imports. The tile manufacturing industry, which has a direct presence in the Upper Cumberland, has been negatively impacted by the unfair and uncompetitive trade practices of Indian tile exporters, threatening good-paying manufacturing jobs in Tennessee. The letter comes after the U.S. Department of Commerce announced in May the initiation of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on ceramic tile from India. Recently, Commerce published its primary determination in the countervailing duty investigation, which the signers argue should be reevaluated and revised. The antidumping duty investigation preliminary determination is expected in late November. The letter says, “As the Department of Commerce continues its investigations, we urge the Department to properly assess the data and finalize robust duties on Indian ceramic tile imports. In order to solidify and stabilize domestic manufacturing, we must ensure American manufacturers have the upper hand in the market and prioritize their needs above all others.” U.S. Rep. Rose released the following statement: “Tennessee jobs are at risk due to India’s unfair and uncompetitive trade practices in the ceramic tile market,” said Rep. Rose. “Tennessee’s manufacturers deserve a fair shake on the world stage, and India’s underhanded subsidization and dumping of ceramic tile is upending the domestic market and hemming in American manufacturers. The Department of Commerce should use the tools at its disposal to aggressively counteract these nefarious trade practices to protect Tennessee jobs and domestic manufacturing.” Read the full letter below and here: Dear Secretary Raimondo: On May 10, 2024, the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce), through the International Trade Administration, announced the initiation of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on ceram… | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:32:33Z |
| https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-fleischmann-applauds-approval-of-hermes-2-reactors-construction-in-oak-ridge | Chairman Fleischmann Applauds Approval of Hermes 2 Reactors Construction in Oak Ridge | 2024-11-25 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann | F000459 | fleischmann.house.gov | fleischmann | https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | “I congratulate Kairos Power on their approval to build Hermes 2 at Oak Ridge’s Heritage Industrial Park. I also congratulate the NRC for their efficient approval of the construction permits to make this milestone for new nuclear a reality. The construction of two Gen IV advanced molten salt-cooled reactors, the first to produce electricity anywhere in the United States, is a major step towards expanding clean, reliable, affordable, and abundant nuclear power nationwide and creating America’s New Nuclear Future.” “Also, importantly, the Hermes 2 reactors are being built on land in Oak Ridge that was previously contaminated during the Manhattan Project and Cold War and has been expertly and thoroughly cleaned by the Department of Energy-Environmental Management and United Cleanup Oak Ridge (UCOR), an initiative I have led in my role as Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations. This land was previously unusable due to legacy Manhattan Project and Cold War-era weapons efforts back when our engineers and scientists were still learning and unlocking the best practices of nuclear manufacturing, but it is now free of contamination and the home to a new generation of civil nuclear technologies and manufacturing that will grow our economy and protect our environmental heritage.” | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:32:33Z |
| https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-leads-letter-sec-chair-gensler | Rep. Rose Leads Letter to SEC Chair Gensler | 2024-11-15 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | John W. Rose | R000612 | johnrose.house.gov | johnrose | https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C.—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06), the Vice Chairman of the House Financial Services Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, led a letter to SEC Chair Gary Gensler expressing concerns regarding Prometheum Capital’s “soft-launch” of custody services for Etherum. Representative Rose, who is a Member of both the House Committee on Agriculture Digital Assets Subcommittee and the House Committee on Financial Services Digital Assets Subcommittee, has consistently criticized the SEC and Chairman Gensler’s regulation-by-enforcement approach towards digital assets that have led to widespread confusion amongst industry participants. In the letter, the signers say that “Prometheum’s statements and actions with respect to ETH are misleading and have already caused confusion in the marketplace.” Prometheum has previously garnered the attention of Members of the House Financial Services Committee members for its serious national security and data privacy concerns. U.S. Rep. Rose released the following statement: “Players in the digital assets space deserve certainty from their regulators,” said Rep. Rose. “Yet under Chair Gensler they’ve only received chaos and confusion. I hope while Chair Gensler is cleaning out his office, he can heed our concerns seriously and maybe deliver some real guidance on his way out the door.” Read the full letter here: “We write to express our continued concerns regarding Prometheum Capital’s (“Prometheum”) May 2024 “soft-launch” of custody services for Ethereum, and its stated intention to offer custodial services for Ethereum’s token, Ether (ETH). As highlighted during the House Committee on Financial Services hearing in September, a special purpose broker-dealer (“SPBD”) registered with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) is not permitted to custody or facilitate trading in digital assets that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) or a court has not determined to be securities, including those sold as part of investment contrac… | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:32:33Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-introduces-bill-protecting-uap-whistleblowers | Rep. Burchett introduces bill protecting UAP whistleblowers | 2024-11-12 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C., (Nov. 12, 2024) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced the UAP Whistleblower Protection Act. “We need to protect folks who want to come forward,” said Rep. Burchett.“Our government spends tens of millions of dollars on looking into UAPs, yet when someone wants to bring something forward, members of our government want to shut it down. People who want to bring the truth to light should be protected.” The UAP Whistleblower Protection Act would provide protections to whistleblowers who bring attention to federal funding that is being used to study UAPs. This bill was introduced the day before the House Committee on Oversight is set to hold a joint subcommittee hearing on UAPs. BACKGROUND: Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02), along with several bipartisan members of Congress, pushed for a hearing on UAPs which was held by the House Oversight Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs on July 26, 2023. The hearing featured testimony from three witnesses: Ryan Graves, former Navy pilot and Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace Rt. Commander David Fravor, Former Commanding Officer, Black Aces Squadron, U.S. Navy David Grusch, former National Reconnaissance Officer Representative, Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Task Force, Department of Defense Congressman Burchett also launched the bipartisan UAP Caucus in the House of Representatives, which he co-chairs alongside Congressman Jared Moskowitz (FL-23). Some members of the UAP Caucus sent a letter to the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community asking for follow-up information regarding David Grusch’s testimony in the recent hearing on UAPs. Congressman Burchett and other members of the UAP Caucusintroduced the UAP Transparency Act, which would require the president of the United States to direct all federal agencies and departments to make all documents relating to UAPs available to the public within 270 days. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/11/issues/veterans/video-blackburn-honors-tennessee-veterans | VIDEO: Blackburn Honors Tennessee Veterans | 2024-11-11 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following video honoring the patriotism and service of more than 400,000 veterans across the Volunteer State on Veterans Day. Learn more about Senator Blackburn’s work to support Tennessee veterans here. Click here to download this video of Senator Blackburn honoring Veterans Day. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-oversight-committee-announces-uap-hearing | House Oversight Committee announces UAP hearing | 2024-11-08 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (Nov. 8, 2024) – The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability announced it will hold a joint subcommittee hearing on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). Details are below: Date/Time: Wednesday, November 13 at 11:30am Location: 2154 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC, 20515 Witnesses: Dr. Tim Gallaudet Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy (RET.) Chief Executive Officer, Ocean STL Consulting, LLC Mr. Luis Elizondo Author, and Former Department of Defense Official Mr. Michael Gold Chief Growth Officer, Redwire Corporation, and Former National Aeronautics and Space Administration Associate Administrator Mr. Michael Shellenberger Founder of Public This information is subject to change. Please check the committee website for the most up-to-date information. BACKGROUND: Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02), along with several bipartisan members of Congress, pushed for a hearing on UAPs which was held by the House Oversight Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs on July 26, 2023. The hearing featured testimony from three witnesses: Ryan Graves, former Navy pilot and Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace Rt. Commander David Fravor, Former Commanding Officer, Black Aces Squadron, U.S. Navy David Grusch, former National Reconnaissance Officer Representative, Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Task Force, Department of Defense Congressman Burchett also launched the bipartisan UAP Caucus in the House of Representatives, which he co-chairs alongside Congressman Jared Moskowitz (FL-23). Some members of the UAP Caucus sent a letter to the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community asking for follow-up information regarding David Grusch’s testimony in the recent hearing on UAPs. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-john-rose-deploys-staff-swing-states-ensure-safe-and-secure-election | Rep. John Rose Deploys Staff to Swing States to Ensure Safe and Secure Election | 2024-11-05 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | John W. Rose | R000612 | johnrose.house.gov | johnrose | https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) announced that members of his staff are participating in the House of Representatives' historic election integrity effort known as the Election Observer Program. The Constitution grants each House of Congress the authority to “be the judge of the Elections, Returns, and Qualifications of its own Members.” The Election Observer Program deploys congressional observers—including members of Representative Rose’s staff—to election sites across the country to record on-the-ground, minute-by-minute, factual information for use during election contests. Members of Representative Rose’s staff obtained training on how to properly observe election proceedings and administration. They will be on the election day site from the first vote being cast to the last vote being counted. For more information on the Election Observer Program, click here. Rep. Rose released the following statement: “Tennessee is the national leader for free and fair elections. I have deployed my staff to help ensure that other states are doing their part,” said Rep. Rose. “I am proud to have members of my staff spread throughout swing districts across the country ensuring Americans’ right to vote is safe and secure. Election integrity is of paramount importance to a functioning republic, and this is one tool in our toolbox to ensure Americans can have confidence and trust in the results.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-john-rose-introduces-resolution-condemning-president-bidens-garbage | Rep. John Rose Introduces Resolution Condemning President Biden’s Garbage Remarks | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | John W. Rose | R000612 | johnrose.house.gov | johnrose | https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) introduced a House Resolution condemning President Biden’s remarks calling Trump supporters “garbage” during a pro forma session of Congress. The resolution reads, “Whereas, on October 29, 2024, President Biden stated, ‘The only garbage I see floating around there is his supporters,’ referring to supporters of President Trump: Now, therefore, be it resolved, That the House of Representatives condemns President Biden’s remarks referring to President Trump’s supporters as “garbage.” Read the full text here. Rep. Rose released the following statement: “President Biden must be condemned for calling millions of Americans who support Donald Trump garbage,” said Rep. Rose. “First Democrats called half the country deplorables, now they are doubling down calling us garbage. Democrats’ disrespect for half the country’s views and opinions is exactly what is wrong with the leadership of extreme far-left liberals.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-drops-bill-block-federal-funds-grotesque-mutilation-children | Rep. Ogles Drops Bill to Block Federal Funds for ‘Grotesque’ Mutilation of Children | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | House | TN | Andrew Ogles | O000175 | ogles.house.gov | ogles | https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | “God created everyone either male or female, and no one can change this through drugs or surgeries,” she said in an exclusive statement to Breitbart. “Pharmaceutical companies prey on confused young children and pressure them into making decisions they will regret for the rest of their lives. The left exploits gender confusion among young people for their own political gain. I am glad to stand with Rep. Ogles in prohibiting federal funds from going to any organization that harms our children.” Sen. JD Vance (R-OH), Trump’s running mate, discussed the issue on an episode of the Joe Rogan Experience released Thursday. Vance and Rogan suggested pharmaceutical companies and parents eager for acceptance in leftwing social circles are to blame for the rising crisis. “Are you not at all a little bit worried about how rich people are getting by prescribing experimental therapeutics to 9, 10, 12-year-old kids?” Vance told Rogan. Vance described conversations with his own children that demonstrate children should not be permitted to make life-altering decisions about their long-term health. “My four-year-old will come to me and say ‘daddy, I’m a dinosaur,’” Vance said. “Want me to take him to the dinosaur transition clinic and put scales on him?” Rogan said some parents are eager for their children to join the LGBT community to acquire a “flag of virtue they can post in their front lawn.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/11/issues/immigration/blackburn-ernst-fight-to-protect-americans-and-deport-illegal-immigrants-convicted-of-sex-crimes | Blackburn, Ernst Fight to Protect Americans and Deport Illegal Immigrants Convicted of Sex Crimes | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – After a shocking report revealed that tens of thousands of illegal immigrants with sexual assault convictions are in the country, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) joined Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and 18 of their colleagues in introducing a bipartisan bill that will allow America to deport sexual offenders currently in the country and block those seeking to enter: “Led by Border Czar Kamala Harris, the Biden-Harris administration has left our southern border wide open to dangerous criminals and national security threats,” said Senator Blackburn. “Our Be GONE Act would ensure that illegal immigrants who commit sexual assault and aggravated sexual violence are deported to keep American citizens safe.” “These violent criminals never would have entered America in the first place if we had real border security, but now that they’re in our communities, they need to BE GONE,” said Senator Ernst. “Since Border Czar Kamala Harris won’t protect this country, then I will. My legislation will combat sexual violence by ensuring predators are identified, stopped, and deported.” BE GONE ACT: Specifically, the Better Enforcement of Grievous Offenses by unNaturalized Emigrants (BE GONE) Act would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to include sexual assault and aggravated sexual violence as crimes that are defined as “aggravated felonies.” CO-SPONSORS: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-helps-introduce-bipartisan-farmer-assistance-and-revenue-mitigation | Kustoff Helps Introduce Bipartisan Farmer Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act | 2024-10-30 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) joined Congressman Trent Kelly (R-MS) to introduce the bipartisan Farmer Assistance and Revenue Mitigation Act of 2024 (FARM Act) in the House of Representatives. This legislation will provide emergency assistance to farmers of eligible commodities for which the expected revenue in crop year 2024 is below the projected per-acre cost of production. As Congress continues to debate an updated Farm Bill, this legislation will provide immediate relief by helping farmers pay down debt relative to the 2024 crop and help obtain financing for the 2025 crop year. "Our farmers produce the food, fuel, and fiber used around the world," said Congressman Kustoff. "Recently, our farmers have been forced to grapple with many circumstances out of their control, such as natural disasters, high inflation, and drought. That is why I am pleased to join Congressman Kelly to introduce this vital legislation that will provide our farmers with the assistance they need to keep up production. Farmers are the backbone of our economy, and I am working to ensure they have the resources they need from Washington." This legislation has been supported by the American Farm Bureau Federation, Tennessee Farm Bureau, Mississippi Farm Bureau, American Soybean Association, National Association of Wheat Growers, National Barley Growers Association, National Cotton Council, National Sorghum Producers, National Sunflower Association, U.S. Canola Association, U.S. Peanut Federation, USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council, USA Rice, and the Western Peanut Growers Association. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/immigration/blackburn-cornyn-gop-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-stop-biden-harris-amnesty-program | Blackburn, Cornyn, GOP Colleagues Introduce Bill to Stop Biden-Harris Amnesty Program | 2024-10-30 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and 12 of their colleagues introduced the Visa Integrity Preservation Act, which would close a loophole in current law that the Biden-Harris administration exploited in a June 2024 executive action to grant amnesty to illegal immigrants who entered the United States without inspection or overstayed a visa: “Since day one in office, the Biden-Harris administration has made it crystal clear that they support an open border and providing mass amnesty to illegal immigrants through unlawful catch-and-release programs,” said Senator Blackburn. “Our Visa Integrity Preservation Act would stop the Biden-Harris administration from devaluing U.S. citizenship and making illegal immigration legal.” “For almost four years, the Biden-Harris administration has waived their magic amnesty wand to create unlawful programs that allow any and every person to enter and stay in the U.S. – legally or not,” said Senator Cornyn. “By strengthening the laws already on the books, our legislation would root out this massive pull factor while also preserving the integrity of our employment-based nonimmigrant visa program, and I’m grateful to my colleagues for their support.” BACKGROUND: Under current immigration law, illegal immigrants who overstay their visas cannot reenter the United States for up to 10 years if they leave, and those who illegally enter the U.S. are not allowed to reenter at all. Federal law also requires that temporary visa applicants interview abroad at a U.S. consulate before they can receive their visas, so illegal immigrants are not eligible to regularize their status using the temporary visa programs. The law does allow the U.S. Secretary of State to waive the consular interview requirement, but only on a case-by-case basis where in the national interest of the United States or in emergency situations. In June 2024, the Biden-Harris administration announced a new initiative to grant amnesty to over half a million illegal immigrants… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/women/video-blackburn-highlights-domestic-violence-awareness-month-and-the-salons-stories-act-on-unmuted-with-marsha | VIDEO: Blackburn Highlights Domestic Violence Awareness Month and The SALONS Stories Act on ‘Unmuted with Marsha’ | 2024-10-30 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released a new episode of ‘Unmuted with Marsha’ highlighting Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the SALONS Stories Act. Senator Blackburn spoke with Tennessee salon owner and Shear Haven Co-Founder Susanne Post about her personal experience and how the SALONS Stories Act would incentivize states to provide domestic violence awareness training for beauty professionals. The national domestic violence hotline number is 800-799-SAFE (7233). The free 20-minute Shear Haven training can be found at Shearhaventraining.org. Clickhere to watch this episode of Unmuted with Marsha. “Last December, Senator Duckworth and I introduced a piece of legislation, the SALONS Stories Act. This is important because it allows training that is done by a nonprofit for all of our estheticians and barbers and beauticians. Tennessee and Illinois have moved forward with this training. This is something we are trying to incentivize and do nationwide.” – Senator Blackburn “This advocacy work that I'm doing was born out of a very personal season for me as a survivor of domestic violence. I know firsthand how isolating it is to be in an abusive relationship, how difficult it can be to take steps to lead safely, and how important it was for me, personally to have someone trusted and close to me that was educated with the signs of domestic violence.” – Susanne Post, Tennessee salon owner and Shear Haven Co-Founder RELATED: VIDEO: Blackburn Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/health-care/blackburn-whitehouse-colleagues-urge-dea-to-extend-telehealth-flexibilities-for-substance-use-disorder-and-mental-health-treatment | Blackburn, Whitehouse, Colleagues Urge DEA to Extend Telehealth Flexibilities for Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Treatment | 2024-10-29 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), and Mark Warner (D-Va.) led a group of 11 Senators in sending a bipartisan letter calling on the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to extend COVID-era regulatory flexibilities that increase access to telehealth services. These rules have been a lifeline for many patients, particularly those in rural and underserved communities, as well as individuals managing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and chronic illnesses. “Telemedicine has proven to be an effective tool in reducing barriers to care, supporting those with the greatest need, and bridging the divide between patients and providers,” wrote the Senators. “As bipartisan senators committed to safeguarding public health and promoting equitable access to health care, we are concerned that the reported proposed restrictions could have significant unintended consequences, including disrupting access to treatment for substance use disorder,” added the Senators. “We urge the DEA to continue working with stakeholders on a proposal that prioritizes the public health benefit for continued access to telemedicine, and finalize an additional temporary extension well before the December 31, 2024 deadline so that both providers and patients have certainty that there will be no gap in their ongoing care.” BACKGROUND: The bipartisan letter urges the Biden administration to extend the current flexibilities that safeguard access to necessary care while addressing the risks of prescription medication misuse, and recommends a final rule that creates no new barriers to care. The letter highlights that telemedicine has expanded access to life-saving treatments, particularly for opioid use disorder, mental health care, and chronic illnesses. Overdose deaths involving opioids rose to a peak of 84,181 Americans in 2022 before falling to 81,083 in 2023. Despite strong evidence that medication is the most effective treatment for opioid use disor… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-ogles-leads-bill-provide-additional-disaster-relief | ICYMI: Ogles Leads Bill to Provide Additional Disaster Relief | 2024-10-28 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Andrew Ogles | O000175 | ogles.house.gov | ogles | https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) and fellow Reps. Aaron Bean (FL-04), Neil Dunn (FL-02), and Vern Buchanan (FL-16) introduced the Americans First Disaster Relief Act. The legislation would appropriate an additional $10 billion to FEMA for disaster relief. Instead of new spending, the bill would offset the $10 billion by rescinding funding for IRS agents provided through the Inflation “Reduction” Act of 2022. Additionally, the legislation prohibits FEMA from using the re-allocated disaster relief funding to provide any benefit to any alien not lawfully present in the United States. “Americans have been put last at every level by the Biden-Harris Administration. This Administration’s lackluster response to the devastation left behind by hurricanes Helene and Milton is only the latest in a string of America Last policies. Taxpayer dollars continue to be sent by the hundreds of billions to foreign countries and to fund increased audits on Middle America by a weaponized IRS, leaving little to nothing to care for the Americans who foot the bill,” said Congressman Ogles. “That’s why I have introduced the Americans First Disaster Relief Act, which would rescind funding for additional IRS agents in the so-called Inflation “Reduction” Act of 2022 and reallocate $10 billion to FEMA disaster relief.” “Floridians will not soon forget this hurricane season as the devastation across the southeast is simply unimaginable. I’m pleased to provide additional resources for the Disaster Relief Fund to help those impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. I am focused on ensuring federal assistance helps families, small business owners, and communities receive support in the aftermath of these storms, and ensure the funds are utilized where they are needed most—actual disaster relief,” said Congressman Bean. Cosponsors (3): Reps. Neil Dunn (FL-02), Aaron Bean (FL-04), and Vern Buchanan (FL-16). BILL TEXT | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/immigration/broadband-czar-harris-must-be-held-accountable-for-mismanagement-of-federal-initiatives | “Broadband Czar” Harris Must Be Held Accountable for Mismanagement of Federal Initiatives | 2024-10-25 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Thune (R-S.D.), ranking member of the Subcommittee on Communications, Media, and Broadband, and seven of their Senate colleagues sent a letter to Vice President Kamala Harris regarding her egregious mismanagement of federal broadband initiatives. In 2021, President Biden specifically tasked the Vice President to lead the administration’s effort to expand broadband services to rural, unserved communities. Under Vice President Harris’s tenure as the “broadband czar,” the Biden-Harris administration’s $42 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program has yet to connect a single person to the internet. “Instead of focusing on delivering broadband services to unserved areas, your administration has used the BEAD program to add partisan, extralegal requirements that were never envisioned by Congress and have obstructed broadband deployment,” wrote the Senators. “By imposing burdensome climate change mandates on infrastructure projects, prioritizing government-owned networks over private investment, mandating the use of unionized labor in states, and seeking to regulate broadband rates, your administration has caused unnecessary delays leaving millions of Americans unconnected.” CO-SIGNERS: The letter was also signed by Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and Todd Young (R-Ind.). | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-scott-demand-report-operational-value-al-udeid-air-base | Ogles, Scott Demand Report on Operational Value of Al-Udeid Air Base | 2024-10-24 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Andrew Ogles | O000175 | ogles.house.gov | ogles | https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) and Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) sent a letter to House and Senate leadership, urging them to keep Section 1287 of the Senate National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in the final version of the FY25 NDAA. This provision requires the Secretary of Defense to submit a report and provide a briefing on the operational value of the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, given Qatar’s relationship with Hamas, the Taliban, and other terrorist organizations. “Qatar has been housing Hamas and Taliban leadership for years, all while the United States continues to allow Qatar the privilege of hosting our nation’s largest airbase (Al-Udeid) in the Middle East,” said Congressman Ogles. “Thousands of our brave Servicemembers serve at Al-Udeid, and we have an obligation to ensure our nation’s military installations are in the hands of trustworthy allies - not bankrollers of terrorist organizations.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-demands-bureau-prisons-immediately-release-steve-bannon-danbury-fci | Rep. Ogles Demands Bureau of Prisons Immediately Release Steve Bannon from Danbury FCI and Comply with First Step Act | 2024-10-24 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Andrew Ogles | O000175 | ogles.house.gov | ogles | https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | By: Tom Pappert "Representative Andy Ogles (R-TN-05) demanded the release of former Trump White House chief strategist Steve Bannon in a Thursday letter to Biden-Harris administration Bureau of Prisons (BOP) director Colette Peters that was obtained by The Tennessee Star." Ogles accused the federal agency of “willfully facilitating the political persecution of the Democrat Party’s political opponents,” through its refusal to apply the First Step Act (FSA) good time credits accrued by Bannon, and demanded Peters take immediate actions to secure the former Trump adviser’s early release from prison. The Tennessee congressman sent the letter after The Star obtained a confirmation from the acting warden at the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury, Connecticut, acknowledging Bannon accrued good time credits that would ordinarily be applied toward supervised release or home confinement under the FSA, the Trump-era criminal justice reform. Acting Warden Darek Puzio acknowledged Bannon’s good time credits in his Friday letter Bannon’s attorneys, but declared them moot due to the short amount time left on the former Trump official’s sentence. Bannon was convicted in 2022 after he refused to comply with a subpoena from the House select committee that investigated January 6. Ogles wrote in his Thursday letter to Peters, “Despite retaining eligibility for home confinement, the Bureau of Prisons chose nto to ensure a just, post-incarceration placement outcome for Steve Bannon,” and accused the federal agency of “baselessly” extending Bannon’s sentence because of his “prominent role in the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement,” before referencing reporting about Bannon’s incarceration by The Star: In a letter obtained by the Tennessee Star on Monday, the Bureau of Prisons acknowledged that Steve Bannon would not be afforded the 10 days of good time credit he is entitled to under the First Step Act, as the Regional Reentry Management Office maintains it cannot process home confinement placements in under 30 day… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/human-trafficking/blackburn-cornyn-blumenthal-colleagues-introduce-bill-to-combat-child-exploitation | Blackburn, Cornyn, Blumenthal, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Combat Child Exploitation | 2024-10-24 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and three of their Senate colleagues introduced the PROTECT Our Children Act, which would reauthorize and modernize the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program: “For more than 15 years, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program has helped law enforcement agencies protect innocent children from sexual predators who wish to exploit them online,” said Senator Blackburn. “The PROTECT Our Children Act would reauthorize this critical program to combat technology-facilitated crimes against children.” “For decades, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program has played an invaluable role in helping federal, state, and local law enforcement work together to fight child exploitation and put vicious predators behind bars,” said Senator Cornyn. “By extending and modernizing this program, our legislation would ensure these Task Forces can continue to protect our next generation in an increasingly digital world.” “We must save children who are victims of the most ongoing vile, stomach-churning crimes because child sexual abuse goes unstopped,” said Senator Blumenthal. “Protecting such victims is urgent and imperative—and we have an obligation to provide tools and resources necessary to do it. The PROTECT Our Children Act reauthorizes and modernizes the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Programs, enabling law enforcement to combat the exploding, serious dangers of abhorrent abuse in an online society. This essential legislation will help safeguard our children and hold predators accountable.” BACKGROUND: The Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program helps state and local law enforcement agencies develop an effective response to technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and Internet crimes against children. This encompasses forensic and investigative components, training and technical assistance, victim services, and community education. Thi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/women/video-blackburn-recognizes-breast-cancer-awareness-month | VIDEO: Blackburn Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month | 2024-10-23 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following video recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and encouraging women to get their yearly mammogram. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, and now is the perfect time to encourage your mothers, sisters, daughters, and friends to go in for a yearly checkup. Last year, Senator Blackburn led a bipartisan effort to address the challenges female veterans face when seeking mammogram services. Expanding access to mobile mammography units, improving advanced mammography equipment, and enhancing outreach services to better publicize mammography services will increase female veterans’ access to lifesaving preventative screening. Click here to download this video of Senator Blackburn discussing Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “As we think about breast cancer, one in eight women is expected to experience breast cancer in her lifetime, so breast health and mammograms are important. Last year, I led an effort to make certain that our female veterans have access to mammograms, and we did that through legislation that would allow mobile mammography. So ‘think pink’ during the month of October, and wear some pink, as you remind moms and sisters and daughters and friends to get that mammogram.”– Senator Blackburn RELATED: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-announces-changes-senior-district-staff | Rep. Rose Announces Changes to Senior District Staff | 2024-10-22 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | John W. Rose | R000612 | johnrose.house.gov | johnrose | https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | COOKEVILLE, TN—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) announced two key changes to his Tennessee staff. Ray Render, who has served as Deputy District Director since 2019, has been promoted to District Director. Rep. Rose is also pleased to welcome back Leah Grider to the team as Deputy Chief of Staff. Rep. Rose released the following statement: “Ray Render and Leah Grider have shown up for the good people of Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District every day since joining my team,” Rep. Rose said. “They both reflect the best of Tennessee, and I have no doubt they will continue to work diligently to meet the needs of our constituents, from East Nashville to East Tennessee.” About Ray Render Ray Render was born and raised in Madison, Tennessee, where he graduated from Madison High School in 1985. He later earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Tennessee Technological University in 1989. In 1993, he completed a Master of Business Administration from Belmont University. Following a long career at Bridgestone, Ray took on the role of Deputy District Director for Rep. Rose in 2019. At that time, he served those living in the western counties of Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District, including Robertson, Sumner, and Wilson. In 2023, when a significant section of eastern Davidson County was added to the 6th district and Robertson County was removed from the district due to redistricting by the state legislature, he ensured relationships with all new stakeholders were formed. From Madison to Lebanon to Gallatin, Ray is known by local elected officials, business owners, civic leaders, and other constituents as someone who can be counted on to help. Ray’s community involvement extends far beyond his official duties. In fact, his dedication to service earned him the of title of 2023 Wilsonian of the Year. He is involved with Leadership Wilson, Leadership Middle Tennessee, Wilson Rides, Habitat for Humanity, Compassionate Hands and Various Chambers of Commerce. Most recently, Ray served as pres… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/technology/icymi-in-the-hill-blackburn-pushes-back-against-kosa-lies | ICYMI in The Hill: Blackburn Pushes Back Against KOSA Lies | 2024-10-22 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released a memo rebutting Big Tech’s lies about the Kids Online Safety Act, which passed the Senate 91-3. Read more about this memo in the article here and below. Republican senator pushes back against KOSA ‘lies’ Miranda Nazzaro The Hill Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) pushed back against tech companies’ criticism of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), responding in a memo Monday to what she described as “lies” about the privacy legislation. The memo, released Monday morning by her office, rebuked a series of arguments made by some leading tech companies and lawmakers opposed to the bill’s current form. It comes as the legislation faces an uncertain future in the House after passing in the Senate earlier this year. Blackburn, the co-author of the Senate-passed version, wrote KOSA does not censor speech nor affect the First Amendment — concerns raised by some House Republicans. “KOSA would not censor, limit, or remove any content from the internet and it does not give the FTC or state AGs the power to bring lawsuits over content or speech, no matter who it is from,” the memo stated. “The bill passes First Amendment scrutiny because it is content neutral. The bill would not give any new “rulemaking power” to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Blackburn wrote in response to some Republicans’ concerns it would give the FTC too much authority to regulate social media platforms. KOSA, which overwhelmingly passed the Senate in a 91-3 vote in late July, is aimed at boosting online privacy and safety for children. The bill would create regulations for the kinds of features tech and social media companies offer kids online and intends to reduce the addictive nature and mental health impact of these platforms. Some House Republicans suggested last month the bill could specifically censor conservative voices or anti-abortion views. Blackburn disagreed with this, writing online platforms will not be held liable for hosting or boosting users with these views… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/news/icymi-on-wjhl-blackburn-lauds-volunteers-promises-fema-oversight-after-floods | ICYMI on WJHL: Blackburn Lauds Volunteers, Promises FEMA Oversight After Floods | 2024-10-22 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) spoke with WJHL News Channel 11 during her trip to Northeast Tennessee on Friday, where she received an update from local and state officials on repairs following Hurricane Helene: Click here to watch Senator Blackburn’s interview with News Channel 11. Blackburn lauds volunteers, promises FEMA oversight after floods Murry Lee WJHL News Channel 11 U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) was in Northeast Tennessee surveying damage left by Hurricane Helene on Friday. Blackburn toured damage in parts of Northeast Tennessee like Washington and Greene counties. Blackburn went to the remains of the Highway 107 Kinser Bridge and examined the amount of debris in the area. News Channel 11 spoke with Blackburn in Greene County during a meeting with local leaders like County Mayor Kevin Morrison and EMA Director Heather Sipe. “We are working on flood damage and of course, the response here with the EMA with the mayor, with your local elected officials has really been exemplary,” Blackburn said. “And our team has worked really closely with them. We’re standing up the multi-agency resource centers. We are doing pop-up office hours, and Michael and Kim in our office are working with people to be sure that they recover those Social Security and VA and income tax documents.” Blackburn told News Channel 11 it is critical that people and businesses receive the care and attention required after the natural disaster. “What we want to do is make certain that FEMA stays on the ground, that individuals are able to apply for all the resources that are available to them, and that FEMA processes these claims in a timely manner, whether it is something for the county, for businesses, or for individuals,” she said. Blackburn’s office has also created a web page to direct flood-impacted Tennesseans to resources like FEMA individual assistance and Multi-Agency Resource Centers. The senator also praised the volunteer spirit of Tennessee during her visit. “Tennessee has the best v… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-john-rose-leads-call-urgent-aid-farmers-devastated-helene | Rep. John Rose Leads the Call for Urgent Aid to Farmers Devastated by Helene | 2024-10-21 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | John W. Rose | R000612 | johnrose.house.gov | johnrose | https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) led a letter with Members of the entire Tennessee Congressional Delegation, U.S. Reps. Diana Harshbarger (TN-01), Tim Burchett (TN-02), Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Scott DesJarlais (TN-04), Andy Ogles (TN-05), Mark Green (TN-07), David Kustoff (TN-08), and Steve Cohen (TN-09), as well as Senators Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty, urging U.S. House and Senate leadership to provide meaningful disaster relief for Tennessee farmers in the weeks ahead. Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Big Bend of Florida as a Category 4 storm. While assessments are ongoing, Helene is on track to become one of the deadliest and most devastating hurricanes to hit the United States. In the letter, Members of the Tennessee Delegation highlighted the important role federal agricultural disaster assistance will have in helping Tennessee farmers recover. An excerpt of the letter reads: “In Tennessee, some areas received nearly 10 – 15 inches of rainfall in addition to runoff from surrounding states, drowning crops and littering fields with debris. Ruined ready-to-harvest crops and forage, flooded pastures, equipment loss, and distressed livestock have left farmers questioning how their operations will move forward and how they will provide for their families. Producers, who are already engulfed by the ongoing farm financial crisis, will require meaningful disaster assistance to stand up their operations and continue farming.” Rep. Rose released the following statement: “The Biden-Harris Administration has continuously put American agriculture on the backburner, and it is time for Congress to stand up for farmers and support our most critical industry,” Rep. Rose said. “We must be prepared to use all data and assessments to craft suitable and effective disaster relief legislation for producers.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/immigration/blackburn-hagerty-colleagues-call-out-doj-for-refusing-to-provide-answers-on-prosecutions-of-illegal-aliens-registering-to-vote | Blackburn, Hagerty, Colleagues Call Out DOJ for Refusing to Provide Answers on Prosecutions of Illegal Aliens Registering to Vote | 2024-10-21 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) joined Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and a group of bicameral colleagues in calling out U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland on the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) failure to prevent illegal aliens from registering to vote in American elections or prosecute those who evidently have done so: “We are deeply concerned by reports of non-citizens registering to vote and voting in federal elections,” the Members of Congress wrote. “As of today, there has been no response from you or your Department regarding the inquiry on July 12, 2024, seeking information on efforts undertaken by your Department to enforce laws prohibiting non-citizen voting. Given that the 2024 Presidential Election is in less than 34 days, your Department’s inaction and refusal to provide any information regarding its efforts to promote public trust and confidence in our elections is especially alarming.” “Clearly, there is a non-negligible amount of voter participation by non-citizens in federal elections, which is not only a serious threat to the integrity of our elections and the democratic process they represent, but also has the potential to reduce Americans’ trust and confidence in election results,” the Members of Congress continued. BACKGROUND: State officials across the country have recently taken steps to prevent, deter, and investigate cases of illegal voter registration by non-citizens, including in South Carolina, Georgia, Ohio, and Tennessee. Since the Members of Congress sent their initial letter, cases have emerged in Virginia and Texas. CO-SIGNERS: Co-signers of the letter include Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Shelley Mo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/technology/rebuttal-to-big-tech-s-lies-about-kosa | Rebuttal to Big Tech’s Lies about KOSA | 2024-10-21 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | To: Interested Parties Date: October 21, 2024 Re: Rebuttal to Big Tech’s Lies About the Kids Online Safety Act KOSA Does Not Censor Speech Nor Impact the 1st Amendment KOSA would not censor, limit, or remove any content from the internet and it does not give the FTC or state AGs the power to bring lawsuits over content or speech, no matter who it is from. This bill passes First Amendment scrutiny because it is content neutral. Online platforms cannot be held liable for hosting or promoting conservative voices or pro-life views as a result of this bill. The legislation does not include any enforcement powers or obligations related to content or speech. To be clear on Congress’s intent to protect speech, the bill includes an explicit statement that it does not expand or limit Section 230, which provides online platforms broad legal immunities for third-party content. Furthermore, the bill provides legal safeguards to protect users’ ability to view and search for the content that they choose to see. KOSA Does Not Increase The Authority of the Federal Government or FTC It is important to note that there is no new rulemaking power for the FTC in KOSA nor any ability to create rules about content. KOSA gives the FTC clear direction from Congress about how to apply its existing enforcement authorities to protect kids online. Claims that KOSA allows the FTC to decide what kids see online are blatant falsehoods circulated by tech companies trying to stop the bill from becoming law. What Does KOSA’s Duty of Care Actually Do? The bill gives the FTC the ability to hold social media platforms accountable for their product designs – their own predatory business practices and deadly apps. This is the same responsibility and accountability that exists for almost every other industry in America The duty of care simply states that online platforms cannot put products on the market that will cause specific harms to kids, such as suicide and sexual predation. Those harms are specified and defined by Congress, not the FTC… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/news/blackburn-rose-tennessee-delegation-call-for-urgent-aide-to-farmers-devastated-by-helene | Blackburn, Rose, Tennessee Delegation Call for Urgent Aide to Farmers Devastated by Helene | 2024-10-21 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), U.S. Representative John Rose (R-Tenn.), and the entire Tennessee Congressional Delegation sent a letter urging U.S. House and Senate leadership to provide meaningful disaster relief for Tennessee farmers in the weeks ahead. Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Big Bend of Florida as a Category 4 storm. While assessments are ongoing, Helene is on track to become one of the deadliest and most devastating hurricanes to hit the United States. In the letter, Members of the Tennessee Delegation highlighted the important role federal agricultural disaster assistance will have in helping Tennessee farmers recover. “In Tennessee, some areas received nearly 10 – 15 inches of rainfall in addition to runoff from surrounding states, drowning crops and littering fields with debris. Ruined ready-to-harvest crops and forage, flooded pastures, equipment loss, and distressed livestock have left farmers questioning how their operations will move forward and how they will provide for their families,” wrote the Tennessee Delegation. “Producers, who are already engulfed by the ongoing farm financial crisis, will require meaningful disaster assistance to stand up their operations and continue farming.” CO-SIGNERS: The letter was also signed by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and U.S. Reps. Diana Harshbarger (R-Tenn.), Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.), Chuck Fleischmann (R-Tenn.), Scott DesJarlais (R-Tenn.), Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.), Mark Green (R-Tenn.), David Kustoff (R-Tenn.), and Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.). | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/news/blackburn-receives-update-on-flooding-repairs-along-nolichucky-river | Blackburn Receives Update on Flooding Repairs Along Nolichucky River | 2024-10-19 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) met with local and state officials to receive an update on repairs following the devastating damages caused by Hurricane Helene. In Washington County, Senator Blackburn met with families who have lost loved ones, homes, and businesses during the destruction alongside Governor Bill Lee and Deputy Governor and Commissioner of Transportation for Tennessee Butch Eley. In Greene County, Senator Blackburn received an update on the reconstruction of Kinser Bridge, which was washed away in the Nolichucky River during the storm. “Our staff is working every single day to help people with flood recovery, and right now people are trying to get things cleaned up and cleaned out so they can make assessments about rebuilding and what recovery is going to look like. Our goal at the federal level is to continue to work with FEMA to get these projects completed as quickly as possible. We continue to lift up those who have felt the wrath of this storm in prayer.” – Senator Blackburn Click hereto download this photo of Senator Blackburn, Governor Lee, and First Lady Maria Lee. RELATED: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/burchett-introduces-bill-ensure-va-hospitals-have-sexual-assault-nurse | Burchett introduces bill to ensure VA hospitals have sexual assault nurse examiners | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (Oct. 18, 2024) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced the bipartisan Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner in VA Hospitals (SANE) Act. Democrat Reps. Timothy M. Kennedy (NY-26) and Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) and Republican Reps. Nancy Mace (NC-01) and Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13) are co-sponsors. This bill would direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure that sexual assault nurse examiners are employed at certain Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities. “It’s an awful reality that some of our servicemembers are victims of sexual assault, and we need to make sure they get the care they need in those situations. These people put their safety on the line to protect our country, it’s our duty to care for them in return.” said Rep. Burchett. “VA healthcare must meet the needs of our veterans, especially when it comes to treating and documenting sexual assault,” said Rep. Kennedy. “But far too often, veterans seeking care after sexual assault are turned away. The SANE Act would require at least one practitioner who is qualified to conduct sexual assault forensic examinations at every VA hospital–empowering patients to get the treatment and documentation they need and deserve. This legislation would also direct providers to connect patients with mental health services to help ensure long-term recovery after sexual assault. I applaud Rep. Burchett for his leadership on this issue and call on my colleagues in the House to advance this critical legislation.” “Our veterans deserve the most comprehensive healthcare possible, and that must include examinations and referrals for those who have been sexually assaulted. This is a critical piece of bipartisan legislation to support survivors who have risked their lives in service to our nation, and we owe it to our heroes to make this a priority.” Said Rep. Moskowitz. "As a survivor, I know how hard it can be to come forward. Less than half of women in the military trust their chain of command to properly handle reports of sexual ass… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-office-makes-book-delivery-central-heights-elementary-school | Harshbarger Office Makes Book Delivery to Central Heights Elementary School | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Diana Harshbarger | H001086 | harshbarger.house.gov | harshbarger | https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Kingsport, TN. - Today, staff from the office of Representative Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) visited Central Heights Elementary School in Blountville to deliver donated books from the U.S. Library of Congress. "It is always a privilege to be able to give students the resources they need to read and learn as they grow in their education," said Congresswoman Harshbarger. "I'm thankful my office was able to play a small role in supporting Central Heights Elementary and Librarian Stephanie Cronan in their efforts to create an environment where students can succeed. The U.S. Library of Congress Surplus Books Program, led by Joe Mahar, is a treasure to Tennessee's first district and I am grateful for their service. Reading is the foundation of learning, and I’m proud to support local schools in fostering a love for books and education." Background: Library of Congress Surplus Books Program The Office of Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger has delivered thousands of books throughout East Tennessee, fulfilling requests from libraries, schools, non-profits, and qualifying early childhood and senior centers. Eligibility requirements include one of the following: Fulltime, tax supported or non-profit educational institution: school, school system, library, childcare or early learning center, college, university, or museum as a few examples. Agency of local, state, or federal government. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/jobs-and-economy/blackburn-bennet-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-expand-employer-child-care-tax-credit | Blackburn, Bennet Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Employer Child Care Tax Credit | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), members of the Senate Committee on Finance, introduced the bipartisan Child Care for American Families Act to strengthen the employer-provided child care credit and expand support for small and rural businesses: “Many families across Tennessee and America are struggling to find reliable and affordable child care, and we need to incentivize businesses to invest in child-care services for their employees,” said Senator Blackburn. “Our Child Care for American Families Act would help alleviate the financial burden of child-care costs by expanding and modernizing the Employer-Provided Child Care Tax Credit.” “Child care costs are rising nationwide, and countless families lack access to affordable, high-quality child care. This makes things that much harder for working parents, strains families’ budgets, and adds undue stress for families with young children,” said Senator Bennet. “The Child Care for American Families Act will help increase our country’s child care supply and reduce the number of Americans in child care deserts.” BACKGROUND According to the Tennessee Department of Human Services, 48 percent of Tennessee residents live in a child care desert, with disproportionate impacts felt by rural and low-income communities. The Bipartisan Policy Center found that 31.7 percent of children below the age of six with working parents do not have access to child care, and in rural communities, that number arises to 35.1 percent. THE CHILD CARE FOR AMERICAN FAMILIES ACT: Expands the employer-provided child care credit to cover a greater percentage of child care expenses, equal to: 60% for businesses in eligible rural and low-income areas, up to a maximum of $1.2 million annually; 50% for small businesses, up to a maximum of $1 million annually; and 40% for all other businesses, up to a maximum of $800,000 annually. Directs the U.S. Department of the Treasury to issue guidance on multi-employer facilities. ENDORSEMENTS T… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/fighting-wokeness/blackburn-to-blinken-the-state-department-s-divisive-dei-agenda-undermines-america-s-interests-abroad | Blackburn to Blinken: The State Department’s Divisive DEI Agenda Undermines America’s Interests Abroad | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) sent a letter demanding transparency from U.S. Department of State Secretary Antony Blinken on the Department’s use of taxpayer dollars to pay the salaries of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) employees instead of promoting U.S. security overseas. Last month, reporting revealed top DEI officials at the Biden-Harris State Department make nearly $200,000 each year – nearly double the pay of average State Department employees. The State Department Goes to Extreme Lengths to Prioritize Diversity Over Competence “I write with concern regarding the State Department’s use of hundreds of thousands of taxpayer funds to pay the salaries of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) employees. The State Department’s apparent willingness to go to extreme lengths to prioritize diversity over competence in formulating a workforce for the agency, whose stated mission, in part, is to ‘protect and promote U.S. security,’ is demonstrated by the hefty salaries of top DEI officials. According to financial disclosures, the position of Chief Diversity and Inclusion officer received an annual salary of $194,510, and the State Department’s Special Representative for Racial Justice and Equity receives $191,000 per year. Conversely, the base salary of the average State Department employee is just $97,000.” As Iran, China, and Russia Wage War on Democracy, the State Department’s DEI Agenda Is Offensive and Irresponsible “As you know, the current geopolitical landscape is dangerously volatile, and the United States is entangled in multiple diplomatic conflicts worldwide. Israel, one of our closest allies, is fighting an existential war against Iran’s proxy terrorist groups on several fronts, Communist China continues to threaten Taiwan’s sovereignty and bully nations in the Indo-Pacific into subservience, and Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine has now resulted in at least one million casualties on both sides. During this capricious period, it imprudent and offensive for your … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/health-care/blackburn-duckworth-introduce-bill-to-increase-access-to-advanced-wheelchairs | Blackburn, Duckworth Introduce Bill to Increase Access to Advanced Wheelchairs | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) introduced the Choices for Increased Mobility Act to increase access to wheelchairs made with advanced materials by allowing Medicare beneficiaries to upgrade to lighter, more functional wheelchairs without bearing the entire upfront cost. These manual wheelchairs help prevent shoulder injuries, enhance maneuverability, and reduce overall pain and fatigue for users. “Too many Americans with disabilities face unnecessary barriers to obtaining the best mobility equipment to meet their needs,” said Senator Blackburn. “By making it easier for Medicare beneficiaries to upgrade to wheelchairs made with advanced, lighter materials like carbon fiber and titanium, this bipartisan bill would help improve the quality of life for countless individuals. I’m pleased to work with Senator Duckworth to reduce financial burdens on those who rely on these essential devices and ensure that more people have access to the mobility solutions they deserve.” “For too long, Medicare recipients have struggled to access lighter, more functional wheelchairs that would help them get around more easily while putting significantly less strain on their bodies,” said Senator Duckworth. “Our bipartisan legislation would help ensure Medicare recipients are better able to access the wheelchairs they need to live healthier, more independent lives—with minimal cost to the federal government. It’s a win-win.” BACKGROUND Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) is a specialized subset of the Durable Medical Equipment benefit, which includes highly configurable manual and power wheelchairs, adaptive seating, and positioning systems. Among these, manual wheelchairs constructed from advanced materials like carbon fiber and titanium are significantly stronger and lighter than standard aluminum wheelchairs. When the Medicare billing code for ultra-lightweight manual wheelchairs was established in 1993, materials like titanium and carbon fiber were not considered, as they were … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/women/video-blackburn-recognizes-domestic-violence-awareness-month | VIDEO: Blackburn Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month | 2024-10-16 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following video recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and calling on the Senate to pass her bipartisan legislation to better protect women nationwide from domestic violence before the end of the year. One in four women will face physical violence from an intimate partner in their lifetime. Some women, even at their most vulnerable and isolated, will continue going to the salon and building relationships with their cosmetologists. The bipartisan bill, the SALONS Stories Act, would empower beauty professionals to recognize and respond to domestic violence. Click here to download this video of Senator Blackburn discussing Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the SALONS Stories Act. “Every year, there's about 5 million occurrences of domestic violence against women age 18 and older, and there are things that we can do. There is awareness that can be built. One item we're pushing forward in the U.S. Senate is the SALONS Stories Act. This is legislation that will provide training for estheticians and beauticians so that they are able to look for the signs of domestic violence and then intercede and get help for people who are victims and need that help.” – Senator Blackburn RELATED: Blackburn, Duckworth Introduce Bill To Help Cosmetologists Recognize & Respond To Domestic Violence | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/immigration/blackburn-grassley-bicameral-colleagues-call-out-abuses-in-the-biden-harris-unaccompanied-migrant-children-program | Blackburn, Grassley, Bicameral Colleagues Call Out Abuses in the Biden-Harris Unaccompanied Migrant Children Program | 2024-10-15 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) joined Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and 42 bicameral Republican colleagues in a letter urging President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to work with Congress to root out abuses in their administration’s unaccompanied migrant children program and stop the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) cover-up of the crisis. HHS has failed to comply with two out of every three U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) subpoenas and other information requests issued amid its investigation into more than 100 suspicious sponsors. The lawmakers are urging Biden and Harris to “make changes to [their] policies and procedures” in order to “end this public safety crisis.” They are specifically calling on the Biden-Harris administration to enhance information sharing with law enforcement and Congress, fully cooperate with DHS’s child exploitation investigation, and thoroughly respond to all congressional oversight requests. “[The Biden-Harris HHS] must stop its cover-up and cooperate with law enforcement and Congress to end this crisis and protect unaccompanied children and the American people,” the lawmakers concluded. BACKGROUND: More than 500,000 unaccompanied migrant children have crossed the southwest border under the Biden-Harris administration, while cartel trafficking activity surged an estimated 2,500 percent. Amid this crisis, the lawmakers note that the Biden-Harris administration limited background checks for sponsors of unaccompanied children, cut back on familial DNA testing at the border and decreased information sharing with law enforcement. In addition to hampering DHS’s child exploitation investigation, the Biden-Harris HHS attempted to obstruct oversight of HHS contractors, including Southwest Key. HHS has also defied House Judiciary Committee subpoenas. CO-SPONSORS: Joining Senators Blackburn and Grassley in signing the letter are Senators Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), and House Judiciary Committee Chairm… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-introduces-bill-protect-american-military-stockpiles | Rep. Burchett introduces bill to protect American military stockpiles | 2024-10-11 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (October 11, 2024) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced the Safeguarding Our Stockpiles (SOS) Act to restore the presidential drawdown authority (PDA) to its original intent, as a last-resort safeguard. “President Biden has abused his authority to send nearly $24 billion in weapons to Ukraine,” said Rep. Burchett. “Congress needs to put him in check. He clearly needs better guidance on how he can use this authority the American people entrusted to him.” When the Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) was enacted in 1961, the intent was to use this authority as a last resort measure to ensure our country was protected even in the most extreme unforeseen emergency situations. However, since 2021, the Biden administration has abused this authority and used loopholes in the statute to arm Ukraine with nearly $24 billion worth of U.S. equipment in 57 separate drawdowns. This has stripped our stockpiles bare and left our country unprepared for future emergencies. The Safeguarding Our Stockpiles Act makes four changes to the existing Presidential Drawdown Authority statute to restore it to its initial intent: Removes ambiguity about what constitutes an “unforeseen emergency” and defines it as a kinetic attack against a bilateral or multilateral treaty ally, reasonably unforeseen by U.S. intelligence, and which poses an imminent threat to the U.S. security interests. Prohibits the President from accessing more stockpiles than the U.S. has the capacity to replenish. Automatically sunsets any unused drawdown authority at the end of the fiscal year, requiring new authorization for subsequent deliveries and preventing cases from remaining open indefinitely. Requires Congress to approve every drawdown that exceeds the $100 million cap in a given year, including authorizing sufficient appropriations to replenish the stockpiles. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/technology/blackburn-blumenthal-demand-tiktok-documents | Blackburn & Blumenthal Demand TikTok Documents | 2024-10-11 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn), authors of the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act, wrote TikTok CEO Shou Chew requesting “documents, communications, and research held by TikTok regarding the safety of minors on its platform.” The request follows reports of a court filing from the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office revealing TikTok executives’ awareness of the platform’s harm to young people and subsequent disregard of the mental and physical dangers the platform poses to children and teens. BACKGROUND: In the letters, the Senators requested that TikTok provide documents and information previously produced to the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office and other states’ Attorneys General. The full text of the letter can be found . | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/women/blackburn-ernst-to-tiktok-celebrating-female-athletes-is-not-hate-speech | Blackburn, Ernst to TikTok: Celebrating Female Athletes Is Not Hate Speech | 2024-10-10 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) sent a letter to TikTok Chief Executive Officer Shou Zi Chew regarding the platform’s decision to ban and label pro-women’s sports advertisements as “hate speech” while simultaneously allowing graphic advertisements promoting transgender surgery for minors on the platform. TikTok’s Ban of Pro-Women Sports Ads Is Only Latest Example of Attempt to Indoctrinate Users “We write to you today regarding TikTok’s decision to ban pro-women’s sports advertisements as ‘hate speech,’ while allowing ads promoting transgender surgery for minors on the platform. This is yet another example of TikTok’s attempted indoctrination of its users, in addition to instances where TikTok has deplatformed notable female athletes—like Bethany Hamilton and Riley Gaines—simply for advocating for fair play. These blatant examples of bias further call into question the extent to which TikTok levies its influence over Americans for nefarious purposes.” TikTok Labeled Small Business Advertisement Celebrating Female Achievement in Sports as “Offensive” and “Hate Speech” “Reporting from June indicates that TikTok banned XX-XY Athletics—an American owned small business that supports biological women in sports—from advertising on the platform… TikTok labeled the content offensive and, later, hate speech. The advertisement deemed hateful by TikTok was simply a celebration of female achievement—using a real life example—and encouraged young women to ‘be honest and be brave.’ Supporting young women should never be offensive, and it is telling that TikTok would consider a celebration of our girls in sports as worthy of being banned.” Meanwhile, TikTok Allows Graphic Ads Promoting Transgender Surgery for Minors “Even more troubling are the advertisements that TikTok does permit on its platform. TikTok allows woke advertisements in an attempt to mold Americans’ minds on a litany of issues. One of the most concerning advertisements that TikTok allows, though, is an adv… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/women/video-blackburn-celebrates-female-athletes-on-october-10 | VIDEO: Blackburn Celebrates Female Athletes on October 10 | 2024-10-10 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following video celebrating women’s athletic achievements on October 10th after introducing a resolution earlier this year to designate 10/10 as ‘American Girls in Sports Day.’ Despite the fact that nearly70% of Americans agree athletes should only be allowed to compete on teams that correspond with their sex at birth, Senate Democrats blocked the effort to pass this resolution last month. Click here to download this video of Senator Blackburn discussing ‘American Girls in Sports Day.’ “In 2022, the Biden-Harris Department of Education announced new rules that would actually force schools to allow biological men to play on female teams. This regulation really does undermine women's sports, so I introduced legislation that would establish a day, October 10th, as ‘American Girls in Sports Day.’ The Democrats went to the floor and blocked that resolution, but October 10th should still be a day we set aside and celebrate our female athletes. In the last 50 years, since the signing of Title IX, female athletes have really gone from the sidelines to center stage. That is something to celebrate.” – Senator Blackburn RELATED: Senate Democrats Block Blackburn’s Effort to Establish “American Girls in Sports Day” Blackburn Leads Resolution To Recognize ‘American Girls In Sports Day’ | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/military/blackburn-tennessee-officials-tour-disaster-relief-center-and-receive-update-on-i-40-repairs-in-east-tennessee | Blackburn, Tennessee Officials Tour Disaster Relief Center and Receive Update on I-40 Repairs in East Tennessee | 2024-10-08 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) toured the Northeast Tennessee Disaster Relief Center at Bristol Motor Speedway, which currently serves as a major donation and collection site, provides logistics for search-and-rescue operations, and houses a regional disaster relief hotline. After the tour, Senator Blackburn, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, and U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger (R-Tenn.) held a media availability. Senator Blackburn then heard from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) at I-40 in Cocke County about the steps the agency is taking to repair damages along the vital roadway that connects North Carolina and Tennessee. Following the update, Senator Blackburn, Governor Lee, Representative Harshbarger, Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Commissioner of Transportation for Tennessee and Deputy Governor Butch Eley, and other Tennessee officials held a media availability. “I want to say a heartfelt thank you to the Governor’s team and to the TDOT Commissioner for working so quickly on all of this. Tennesseans who still need assistance getting documents can visit our website, blackburn.senate.gov/Helene. They can view that webpage in English or Spanish and find out where to get help and how to give help. We are also beginning pop-up office hours this week in affected counties to help residents access the critical federal resources they need.” – Senator Blackburn Click here to download this photo of Senator Blackburn and Representative Harshbarger with members of the Tennessee National Guard at Bristol Motor Speedway. RELATED: Blackburn Announces Pop-Up Office Hours to Assist Flood Victims in East Tennessee Blackburn, Tennessee Officials Survey Storm Damage and Meet with Flood Victims in East Tennessee | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-requests-answers-freddie-mac-remote-employee-scandal | Rep. Rose Requests Answers from Freddie Mac on Remote Employee Scandal | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | John W. Rose | R000612 | johnrose.house.gov | johnrose | https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) sent a letter to the CEO of Freddie Mac, Diana Reid, expressing concerns about the effectiveness of Freddie Mac’s oversight and management of teleworking employees following a recent incident involving a former remote employee accused of holding a separate six-figure job at the same time. The since-terminated employee was simultaneously serving as D.C. Department of Buildings (DOB) Deputy Director while working at Freddie Mac, a violation that resulted in a $25,000 fine. The employee also served as a member of the Falls Church City Council who regularly attended meetings during the work day. While the employee has since been terminated from their position, Rep. Rose is seeking answers to a list of questions which can be found in the full letter here or read in full below. Rep. Rose released the following statement: “The American people deserve to know if this is an isolated incident or if corruption is running rampant through lax enforcement of teleworking policies throughout government,” said Rep. Rose. “I hope Freddie Mac takes this as a learning lesson and looks within its organization to seriously improve its remote employee policies. Those continuing to abuse the system or found responsible for enabling this to happen must be immediately fired or face the proper disciplinary measures. Correcting these egregious mistakes will go a long way in restoring Americans’ trust in Freddie Mac.” Full letter: “Dear Ms. Reid, “I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent incident involving Caroline Lian, a former Freddie Mac employee who secretly held a six-figure job with the D.C. Department of Buildings while working full-time at Freddie Mac. Concurrently, Ms. Lian was also serving on the Falls Church (Virginia) City Council for which she received a salary of $9,200. “What is most concerning about the conduct of Ms. Lian is how she split her time between these three different positions. The D.C. Board of Ethics and Government Accountabil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-marks-one-year-hamas-barbaric-attack-israel | Congressman Kustoff Marks One Year Since Hamas' Barbaric Attack on Israel | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) recently spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to mark one year since Hamas' barbaric attack on Israel. Click here to watch his remarks or read them as prepared below: I rise today to mark the one-year anniversary of Hamas’ vicious and horrific attack on Israel. As we all know, in the early morning of October 7th, Hamas invaded and brutally attacked Israel and her people—murdering over 1200 innocent men, women, and children, including over 35 Americans. These terrorists violently took hostages, including Americans. In the weeks after the attacks, I watched a 47-minute video taken on October 7th along with other member of Congress. All of us who saw the images and heard the words and the language of that day were horrified. The savagery, barbarism, violence, and pure hatred against Israel and the Jewish people is indescribable in that video. Indeed, the world changed forever on that day. Now, nearly one year later, Hamas still has innocent hostages captive and we continue to see a rise in antisemitism across the globe and in our own nation. I am honored to serve as Chairman of the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group. I am also proud that the group is bipartisan. In July, I traveled to Israel to meet with Speaker of the Knesset Amir Ohana and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. When I was there, I reiterated that the United States House of Representatives continues to stand with Israel. I told Israeli leadership that our nation will ensure that Israel has the resources it needs to defend itself. I also had the opportunity to visit Kfar Aza, a kibbutz in southern Israel, as well as the site of the Tribe of Nova music festival with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). I got to tell you, it was deeply moving to stand where Hamas invaded, and frankly, just murdered and butchered so many innocent Israelis. When I was there, I met and talked with family members and heard the real-life stories of those who survived, those who are being … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-knesset-parliamentary-friendship-group-joint-statement-one-year-hamas-0 | House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group Joint Statement One-Year Since Hamas Terrorist Attack on Israel | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Chairman David Kustoff (R-TN) and Ranking Member Dean Phillips (D-MN), as well as Knesset Co-Chairs MK Boaz Bissmuth and MK Idan Roll, released the following statement from the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group: “One year ago today, barbaric Hamas terrorists invaded Israel and murdered over 1200 innocent men, women, and children, including over 40 Americans, and took over 250 hostages. That morning, the world changed forever. “On October 7, 2023, people were slaughtered, burned alive, raped, and kidnapped. However, this day is not only defined by grief and loss, but also a testament to human strength, unity, and solidarity. Terrorism does not distinguish between religions, nationalities, or ethnicities. It targets humanity. “The United States and Israel are unified in our effort to strengthen regional stability, counter terrorism, and increase security. In recent years, the partnership between our two nations has only grown stronger. “The House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group will continue to work together to combat terror organizations that have called for the elimination of the State of Israel, and further wish to end democracy and destabilize the free world. “The world must never forget the atrocities that occurred on October 7th, and the innocent victims who lost their lives. We will not rest until all the hostages are returned home, Hamas and Hezbollah are defeated, and Iran stands down.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-statement-anniversary-october-7th-attacks | Rep. Ogles Statement on the Anniversary of the October 7th Attacks | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Andrew Ogles | O000175 | ogles.house.gov | ogles | https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | COLUMBIA, TN–Today, Rep. Andy Ogles (TN-05) released the following statement on the anniversary of the October 7th Attacks on Israel. "It's been one year since the horrific Hamas terror attacks against innocent Israelis. As our strongest ally in the Middle East, Israel has stood firm on the frontlines, repelling the savage brutality of radical Islamic terrorists thirsty for more bloodshed. A year ago, infants were raped, families were hunted down, and hundreds were slaughtered. Some innocent souls are still being held hostage. The evil of Hamas terrorists is felt by millions. Sadly, many deceived and hateful sympathizers continue to deny the reality of the horrors from October 7th. America must remain unwavering in its support for Israel as they defend their land and their people. We must remember October 7th, not only for the atrocities committed but as the spark that will drive Israel's ultimate victory over the jihadists." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/israel/video-blackburn-marks-one-year-since-barbaric-october-7th-attack-on-israel | VIDEO: Blackburn Marks One Year Since Barbaric October 7th Attack on Israel | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following video recognizing the one-year anniversary of Hamas’ horrific terrorist attack on Israel that claimed the lives of more than 1,200 people: Click here to download this video of Senator Blackburn discussing the October 7th attack against Israel. “Today, on October 7, it is important for us to pause and to remember what happened one year ago today, and it is important for us to recommit ourselves in supporting Israel and making certain that Israel has what they need to protect themselves.” – Senator Blackburn RELATED: Blackburn, Graham, Rubio, Colleagues Condemn Palestinian Effort Targeting Israel at UN Blackburn, Graham, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Condemning Any Action by the Biden Administration To Withhold Ammunition Or Weapons For Israel Blackburn Statement On Terrorist Attacks Against Israel | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/news/blackburn-announces-pop-up-office-hours-to-assist-flood-victims-in-east-tennessee | Blackburn Announces Pop-Up Office Hours to Assist Flood Victims in East Tennessee | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in counties across East Tennessee, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) announced pop-up office hours in affected counties for staff to provide immediate assistance to flood victims: “Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the recent flooding,” said Senator Blackburn. “As we continue to coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies to support recovery efforts, I want to ensure that every impacted resident has access to the resources they need.” ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Pop-up office hours will be available to help residents access critical federal resources and navigate replacing any federal documentation that may be needed to receive federal assistance, including social security cards, veteran records, and tax information. Staff can also assist flood victims in following up on disaster assistance applications with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Constituents are encouraged to bring any relevant documentation with them, such as proof of residency and identification, to streamline the process. For those unable to attend pop-up office hours, assistance remains available at Senator Blackburn’s state offices or at https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/helene. For more information on pop-up office hours, please contact (423) 753-4009. SCHEDULE AND LOCATIONS: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 – Johnson and Carter Counties Johnson County Courthouse - Lower Courtroom 9:00AM – 12:00PM ET 222 West Main Street Mountain City, TN 37683 Carter County Courthouse - Mayor's Conference Room 2:00PM – 5:00PM ET 801 E Elk Ave Elizabethton, TN 37643 Wednesday, October 9, 2024 – Washington and Unicoi Counties Jonesborough Visitors Center Community Room 9:00AM – 12:00PM ET 117 Boone St. Jonesborough, TN 37659 Erwin City Hall 2:00PM – 5:00PM ET 211 N Main Ave Erwin, TN 37650 Thursday, October 10, 2024 – Greene and Cocke Counties Greene County Annex 9:00AM – 12:00PM ET 204 … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-secures-745000-university-tennessee-martin | Congressman Kustoff Secures $745,000 for the University of Tennessee at Martin | 2024-10-04 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) recently helped secure a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) Capacity Building Grant for Non-land-grant Colleges of Agriculture worth $745,000 for the University of Tennessee at Martin. "I am pleased to have helped secure this important funding for the University of Tennessee at Martin," said Congressman Kustoff. "Farmers are the backbone of West Tennessee's economy and supporting non-land grant colleges of agriculture is one of my main priorities in Washington. It is important to ensure our next generation of farmers have the resources they need to succeed." "The research and outreach provided by this federal funding will positively affect the UT Martin campus, Weakley County Schools, and West Tennessee as well as the service area of our Innov8Africa partner for years. The quality of this project is confirmed by the fact that NIFA requested an increase in scope of the project with an additional $50,000 added to the original budget request," said Dr. Yancy E. Freeman, Chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Martin. Congressman Kustoff secured this funding by leading a letter to the House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies sent on March 24, 2023. The Capacity Building Grants for Non-land-grant Colleges of Agriculture (NLGCA) Program assists NLGCA-certified institutions in maintaining and expanding their capacity to conduct education, research, outreach/extension, and integrated activities relating to agriculture, renewable resources, and similar disciplines. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/issues/military/blackburn-on-mcghee-tyson-ang-base-s-advancement-in-competition-to-become-main-operating-base-for-kc-46-aircraft | Blackburn on McGhee Tyson ANG Base’s Advancement in Competition to Become Main Operating Base for KC-46 Aircraft | 2024-10-04 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after the 134th Air Refueling Wing at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard (ANG) Base outside of Knoxville, Tennessee, was selected for the final phase of competition to house the U.S. Department of the Air Force’s next generation of air refueling aircraft, the KC-46 Pegasus: “With decades of proven experience and service, McGhee Tyson ANG Base would be the perfect fit to receive and employ the KC-46, and I applaud the Air Force’s decision to keep Tennessee in the running,” said Senator Blackburn. Earlier this year, Senator Blackburn led the entire Tennessee congressional delegation in sending a letter urging U.S. Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall III to make McGhee Tyson ANG Base the seventh main operating base for the KC-46. Senator Blackburn recently spoke with Air Force officials, who informed her of the Department’s decision to keep Tennessee in the running between seven possible locations. Click here to download this photo of Senator Blackburn with Airmen of Tennessee’s 134th Air Refueling Wing. BACKGROUND: McGhee Tyson ANG Base boasts over 68 years of volunteer excellence and service to the Air Force. The unit has received a remarkable 16 Air Force Outstanding Unit awards and is one of the most decorated air refueling units in Air Force history. KC-46 acquisition is the Tennessee Air National Guard’s number one short-term priority. Securing KC-46 aircraft for McGhee Tyson ANG Base will preserve over 1,500 jobs and $203 million annually for decades to come. RELATED: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-statement-misinformation-surrounding-hurricane-helene-relief | Rep. Burchett statement on misinformation surrounding Hurricane Helene relief efforts | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (October 3, 2024) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement regarding misinformation surrounding the ongoing relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. “There's been a bunch of misinformation on the internet surrounding relief efforts in my state, and I felt it was my duty to weigh in due to the seriousness of the situation. I appreciate the Tennessee National Guard stepping up, as well as the emergency rescue personnel and volunteers on the ground.” said Rep. Burchett. As of today, the Tennessee National Guard has: Deployed 401 soldiers and airmen Delivered 67,500 lbs of food and water Delivered 1,500 lbs of miscellaneous household supplies Removed 93 truckloads of debris Rescued 105 citizens via airlift The Department of Defense has also approved the Title 10 request for active duty personnel and equipment to be deployed. TEMA (Tennessee Emergency Management Agency) has also received 100 Starlink satellite-based systems to improve communication as they respond to the crisis on the ground. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://desjarlais.house.gov/media-center?ID=17D9B3F1-AFFE-4136-9A7B-8DB43C6D6177 | DESJARLAIS SENDS LETTER TO ICE DEPUTY DIRECTOR | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Scott DesJarlais | D000616 | desjarlais.house.gov | desjarlais | https://desjarlais.house.gov/media-center | scraper | (WASHINGTON, D.C.) –Congressman Scott DesJarlais (R-TN-04) authored a letter to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Deputy Director Patrick Lechleitner requesting answers for the lack of data and tracking of illegal migrant juveniles committing crimes and that there is no vetting process for juvenile border crossers. “In addition to the 662,566 illegal aliens with criminal records that are freely roaming the U.S., creating broad national security risks, it appears that no government entity is currently tracking undocumented minors with criminal history, nor are minors attempting to seek entry undergoing any sort of vetting process,” DesJarlais states in his letter. The Tennessee congressman points out that there is a growing number of reports around the U.S. of illegal alien juveniles who are committing violent crimes. In his own state of Tennessee just this last summer three illegal migrant teenagers robbed a gun store. And in New York City where an 11-year-old undocumented boy was arrested for being the primary aggressor in a subway robbery. Also in Louisiana, Governor Landry has stated that several gangs are recruiting undocumented minors to commit crimes on their behalf. "These stories represent just a few of the mounting criminal reports nationwide. It is baffling to me and millions of other Americans that even though there has been a significant number of crimes reported amongst juvenile illegal immigrants, the Biden-Harris Administration has not instituted any type of vetting for gang affiliation or a simple criminal background check of minors crossing the border illegally,” he wrote. Rep. DesJarlais concluded the letter by asking Lechleitner a comprehensive series of questions about the number of undocumented minors committing crimes and the vetting process for juvenile border crossers. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-holds-tax-roundtable-tennessee-business-leaders | Kustoff Holds Tax Roundtable with Tennessee Business Leaders | 2024-10-02 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) held a roundtable discussion in Shelby County with the Main Street Coalition, including the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America. Congressman Kustoff discussed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) provisions that are set to expire in 2025 and heard from local business leaders about their priorities for an upcoming tax package in Congress. "In 2025, the Republican tax cuts that brought relief to families and businesses across the nation are set to expire," said Congressman Kustoff. "As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, the chief tax writing committee in Congress, I am working to ensure these provisions are extended and taxes are not increased for Americans. That is why I held this roundtable today, to hear from local business leaders about their priorities for an upcoming tax package. As individuals and businesses grapple with rampant inflation, the last thing they need is Uncle Sam taking more of their hard-earned dollars out of their bank account." “The vast majority of America’s independent wine and spirits wholesalers are family-owned businesses that have been in operation for generations. Since 2017, our members have been able to invest billions across the country into their employees, facilities, and communities and the business leaders who joined us today have similar stories. The importance of this conversation and Section 199A to the well-being of small and family-owned businesses across Tennessee and the rest of the country can’t be overstated,” said Dwayne Carson, Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America Senior Director, Federal Affairs. Pictures from the day: Background: In 2017, Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. TCJA was the first major reform to the federal tax code in over thirty years, changing the individual income rates, the corporate tax rate, rules for estate and retirement planning, and taxes for small businesses. These Republican tax cuts brought relief to working and middle-class families and led to one of the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/news/blackburn-tillis-colleagues-make-bipartisan-push-for-quick-passage-of-hurricane-helene-disaster-relief-legislation | Blackburn, Tillis, Colleagues Make Bipartisan Push for Quick Passage of Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief Legislation | 2024-10-02 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) joined Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and 10 of their Senate colleagues in sending a bipartisan letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Senate Appropriations Chair Patty Murray (D-Wash.), and Senate Appropriations Vice Chair Susan Collins (R-Maine) on the urgent need to pass a disaster relief package to support the millions of Americans affected by Hurricane Helene: “The devastation from Hurricane Helene across the southeastern United States is simply inconceivable…Because of a lack of cell service, we anticipate even greater tragedy to unfold in the days and weeks ahead as communications and power are restored and we can understand the full scope of this disaster,” the Senators wrote. “Even preliminary damage assessments indicate that, at a minimum, the total damage and economic loss will be in the tens of billions of dollars. This amount will likely soar as recovery efforts continue and the full picture of this ruinous disaster becomes clear,” the Senators continued. “Although the true level of devastation is still unfolding, it is clear that Congress must act to meet the unmet needs in our states and address the scope and scale of destruction experienced by our constituents. This may even require Congress to come back in October to ensure we have enough time to enact legislation before the end of this calendar year. Tens of millions of Americans were impacted by Hurricane Helene, and we look forward to working with you to provide relief to those impacted by this horrific storm,” the Senators concluded. CO-SPONSORS: Senators Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.), Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Mark Warner (D-Va.), and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) also signed the letter. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/news/icymi-blackburn-speaks-with-wjhl-in-flooding-aftermath | ICYMI: Blackburn Speaks with WJHL in Flooding Aftermath | 2024-10-02 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) spoke with WJHL News Channel 11 about the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in communities across East Tennessee and the federal government’s response to the crisis: Click here to watch Senator Blackburn’s interview with News Channel 11 about Hurricane Helene. Blackburn, Hagerty, Harshbarger tour flood damage and answer questions Anslee Daniel WJHL News Channel 11 Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and U.S. Senators Bill Hagerty and Marsha Blackburn spent the day touring damaged areas in Northeast Tennessee, speaking to those impacted and answering questions. Local leaders, including U.S. Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger, joined them at the destroyed I-26 bridge in Unicoi County to survey the damage and hear an update on recovery and rebuilding efforts. Interviews with Blackburn, Hagerty and Harshbarger can be watched below: LINK TO SENATOR BLACKBURN INTERVIEW RELATED: Blackburn, Tillis, Colleagues Make Bipartisan Push for Quick Passage of Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief Legislation Blackburn, Tennessee Officials Survey Storm Damage and Meet with Flood Victims in East Tennessee | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-statement-iran-attack-against-israel | Rep. Burchett statement on Iran attack against Israel | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (October 1, 2024) – Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement about Iran’s ballistic missile attack against Israel: “The United States needs to stand fully with Israel as it defends itself against Iran’s attacks. For our part, it’s time to start playing hardball with Iran. We need to cut off their resources and make sure they don’t come out of this unscathed.” On October 1, 2024, Iran launched a series of ballistic missiles toward Israel. An Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson said, “The IDF is doing and will continue to do everything necessary to protect the civilians of Israel.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/blackburn-tennessee-officials-survey-storm-damage-and-meet-with-flood-victims-in-east-tennessee | Blackburn, Tennessee Officials Survey Storm Damage and Meet with Flood Victims in East Tennessee | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) surveyed storm damage and met with flood victims and local officials across East Tennessee, which has been significantly impacted by Hurricane Helene. Senator Blackburn visited a shelter at Elizabethton High School, a residential neighborhood cleanup in Hampton, and a distribution center at Southside Freewill Baptist Church in Erwin. Senator Blackburn, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger (R-Tenn.), Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) Director Patrick Sheehan, and other Tennessee officials held a media availability at the I-26 East Bridge in Unicoi County over Nolichucky River. “Throughout the day, I heard from families, local officials, first responders, and volunteers who have seen and experienced devastating loss in the wake of Hurricane Helene. It was heartbreaking to hear from Tennesseans who lost everything due to this tragedy. We will continue to work with federal, state, and local officials to make sure impacted families have the support they urgently need. We will not allow the federal government to neglect Tennesseans and will ensure all resources are provided to help folks rebuild.” – Senator Blackburn Click hereto download photos from Senator Blackburn’s stops in Carter County and Unicoi County. RELATED: Blackburn Leads Tennessee Delegation in Urging Swift Approval of Updated Disaster Declaration Requesting Additional Assistance Following Hurricane Helene Sen. Blackburn, Gov. Lee, Rep. Harshbarger Survey Storm Damage in East Tennessee Blackburn Leads Tennessee Delegation in Urging Swift Approval of Disaster Declaration Following Hurricane Helene Flash Flooding | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/10/news/blackburn-leads-tennessee-delegation-in-urging-swift-approval-of-updated-disaster-declaration-requesting-additional-assistance-following-hurricane-helene | Blackburn Leads Tennessee Delegation in Urging Swift Approval of Updated Disaster Declaration Requesting Additional Assistance Following Hurricane Helene | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | ERWIN, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) led the Tennessee Congressional delegation in sending a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to swiftly approve Governor Bill Lee’s request for an updated major disaster declaration in the wake of flash flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Helene. Governor Lee requested individual assistance and other necessary federal resources to respond to the devastation from Hurricane Helene. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Individuals and Households Program (IHP) provides financial assistance and direct services to eligible individuals and households affected by a disaster, who have uninsured or underinsured necessary expenses and serious needs. Read full the letter here or below. Dear Mr. President: We write to urge swift approval of Governor Bill Lee’s request for a major disaster declaration pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act due to severe weather beginning on September 26, 2024. The remnants of Hurricane Helene have caused widespread damage across Tennessee, especially in East Tennessee. The unprecedented amount of rainfall in the region had devastating consequences, with some areas receiving up to 12 inches of rainfall. Multiple rivers in the state neared or exceeded historical flood stage records, and multiple dams overtopped or were under imminent threat of failure. Catastrophic flash flooding has devastated communities across East Tennessee, causing I-40 to collapse and leaving homes destroyed, businesses underwater, and widespread power outages. In fact, many areas are expected to be without power for weeks. As of September 30, approximately 20 water treatment facilities reported disruptions, impacting over 160,000 Tennesseans. 77 school districts experienced disruptions due to the extreme weather event. Sadly, the Tennessee Department of Health attributed the flooding to the deaths of six Tennesseans, and the search continues for over 100 individuals in impacted counties. We are gra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-statement-passing-governor-winfield-dunn | Congressman Kustoff Statement on Passing of Governor Winfield Dunn | 2024-09-28 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | TN | David Kustoff | K000392 | kustoff.house.gov | kustoff | https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) released the following statement regarding the death of former Governor Winfield Dunn: "Roberta and I are saddened to hear about the passing of Governor Winfield Dunn. He was a favorite son of West Tennessee who, through his service, inspired so many people all across the state of Tennessee. We are especially thinking about Betty, his favorite first lady and best girl, whom you rarely saw without him, and whose life exemplified a life well-lived. "I was honored to travel, campaign, and work with Governor Dunn on many occasions, and I always came away understanding that public service done right has the ability to change the lives of so many people. "Our prayers are with the entire Dunn family today as we truly celebrate a good man and a great public servant for the state of Tennessee." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/9/news/blackburn-leads-tennessee-delegation-in-urging-swift-approval-of-disaster-declaration-following-hurricane-helene-flash-flooding | Blackburn Leads Tennessee Delegation in Urging Swift Approval of Disaster Declaration Following Hurricane Helene Flash Flooding | 2024-09-28 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) led the Tennessee delegation in sending a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to swiftly approve Governor Bill Lee’s request for a major disaster declaration in the wake of flash flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Helene. Read the full letter here or below. Dear Mr. President: We write to urge swift approval of Governor Bill Lee’s request for a major disaster declaration pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act due to severe weather occurring on September 26 and 27, 2024. The remnants of Hurricane Helene have caused widespread damage across Tennessee, especially in East Tennessee. An estimated 6 to 10 inches of rain has fallen across the eastern part of the state over the past 48 hours. Catastrophic flash flooding has devastated communities across East Tennessee, causing I-40 to collapse and leaving homes destroyed. The Unicoi County Hospital has been inundated with flood waters, and patients and staff were forced to take shelter on the roof to await rescue. Over 75,500 power outages were reported statewide. With the heaviest rains expected to shift through Middle and West Tennessee over the weekend, more damage is expected. To respond to this disaster, Governor Lee is specifically requesting an Emergency Declaration, Categories A and B, including Direct Federal Assistance. Governor Lee’s request is attached. On behalf of the State of Tennessee, we urge you to approve this request as soon as possible. Our offices can provide you with any additional information you need. CO-SIGNERS: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/9/news/sen-blackburn-gov-lee-rep-harshbarger-survey-storm-damage-in-east-tennessee | Sen. Blackburn, Gov. Lee, Rep. Harshbarger Survey Storm Damage in East Tennessee | 2024-09-28 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. – Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), along with Governor Bill Lee, Representative Diana Harshbarger (R-Tenn.), Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton (R-Tenn.), and Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) Director Patrick Sheehan surveyed storm damage and met with local officials in East Tennessee. “I am heartbroken by the devastating damage in East Tennessee caused by the horrific storm. Thank you to our first responders, Tennessee National Guard, TEMA, and the countless other agencies that have been working around the clock to rescue Tennesseans.” – Senator Blackburn Click here to view Senator Blackburn’s remarks following tour of storm damage. Following the devastating damage, Senator Blackburn led the entire Tennessee Congressional delegation in swiftly securing federal assistance. RELATED: Blackburn Leads Tennessee Delegation in Urging Swift Approval of Disaster Declaration Following Hurricane Helene Flash Flooding Blackburn Statement on Flash Flooding Emergency in Tennessee | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcghee-tyson-airport-advanced-basing-decision-kc-46-tanker | McGhee Tyson Airport advanced in basing decision for KC-46 tanker | 2024-09-27 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (September 27, 2024) – Today, the Air Force informed members of the Tennessee delegation that McGhee-Tyson Air National Guard Base advanced in the basing decision for the new KC-46 tanker. The list of possible bases was cut from 15 to 7. “The men and women in the 134th Air Refueling Wing do amazing work in service to this country, and having these tankers would help them do even more,” said Rep. Burchett. “I’ve advocated for this, and I’ll keep pushing for the Air Force to make the right decision to bring these tankers here to East Tennessee.” Earlier this year, Rep. Burchett joined a letter from the entire Tennessee delegation to the Secretary of the Air Force advocating to bring the KC-46 tankers to McGhee Tyson. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/9/news/blackburn-statement-on-flash-flooding-emergency-in-tennessee | Blackburn Statement on Flash Flooding Emergency in Tennessee | 2024-09-27 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | NASHVILLE, Tenn. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statement on the impact of flash flooding and severe weather caused by Hurricane Helene in Tennessee: “All Tennesseans impacted by flash flooding and severe weather should follow local guidance and evacuation protocols carefully. We are working with local officials to ensure public safety, and I encourage every Tennessean to avoid dangerous areas and heed the direction of emergency personnel if traveling. We stand ready to assist and help secure any federal assistance that may be necessary,” said Senator Blackburn. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/burchett-co-leads-reintroduction-prison-proprietorship-formerly-incarcerated | Burchett co-leads reintroduction of Prison to Proprietorship for Formerly Incarcerated Act | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | TN | Tim Burchett | B001309 | burchett.house.gov | burchett | https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 26, 2024) – U.S. Reps. Tim Burchett (TN-02) and Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) reintroduced the bipartisan Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act. “Around 95% of incarcerated people get released and end up back on the streets,” said Rep. Burchett. “We need to make sure they’re prepared to rejoin their communities, and teaching them entrepreneurial skills helps them get a fresh start.” “Nearly all incarcerated people will complete their sentence and return to their community—we have to make sure that we’re laying a strong foundation for success post-incarceration,” said Rep. McGarvey. “By providing a path to entrepreneurship for formerly-incarcerated Americans, my bill not only works to reduce recidivism, but also gives returning citizens the tools they need to start a business and achieve their American dream." The Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act would launch a program where Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) participants would provide entrepreneurial development training to the formerly incarcerated. Under the bill, SCORE would provide returning citizens with workshops, mentoring, and training opportunities designed to help them start and grow a small business. Rep. Burchett previously co-led the introduction of this bill in the 117th and 116th Congress. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2024/9/issues/immigration/blackburn-to-schumer-bring-the-save-act-to-a-vote | Blackburn to Schumer: Bring the SAVE Act to a Vote | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | Senate | TN | Marsha Blackburn | B001243 | www.blackburn.senate.gov | blackburn | https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/news/cc8c80c1-d564-4bbb-93a4-f1d772346ae0 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – On the Senate floor, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) urged Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to secure U.S. elections by allowing a vote on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which she co-sponsored. This legislation would ensure that only U.S. citizens participate in federal elections by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration across the country. It passed the House over the summer and was introduced in the Senate by Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) earlier this year. Click here to download video of Senator Blackburn’s remarks on the Senate floor about the SAVE Act. REMARKS AS PREPARED: Over the Years, Thousands of Illegal Immigrants Have Been Discovered on U.S. Voter Rolls “In America, nothing is more fundamental to preserving our God-given freedoms—as equal citizens—than fair and open elections. But for more than three years, we have seen the Biden-Harris administration wage a war on this sacred institution by making illegal immigration legal. Under this administration, there have been more than 10.2 million illegal crossings—with countless illegal aliens receiving government benefits, including drivers’ licenses and state IDs. Of course, illegal aliens can break the law and use state IDs to register to vote. In fact, over the years, thousands of aliens have been discovered on voter rolls from Massachusetts to Arizona and everywhere in between.” In 14 States Across the Country, Voters Are Not Required to Show ID at the Polls “Under Republican leadership, Virginia has discovered and removed more than 6,000 aliens from its voter rolls in less than three years. On top of this, in 14 states across the country, voters aren’t required to show any form of identification at the polls. One thing is clear: While it is against the law for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections, many states and jurisdictions lack the proper safeguards to enforce the law—and ensure that not a single illegal alien can vote in our elections.” Amid Skyrocketing Illegal I… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-rep-harshbargers-hr-5526-seniors-access-critical-medications-act | House Passes Rep. Harshbarger's H.R. 5526, The Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | TN | Diana Harshbarger | H001086 | harshbarger.house.gov | harshbarger | https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Monday, September 23, The United States House of Representatives passed Congresswoman Harshbarger's H.R. 5526, The Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act of 2024 which ensures that medicare seniors have access to the critical medications they need. This legislation restores pandemic-era flexibilities issued by the Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that allowed mail delivery of prescribed drugs to Medicare beneficiaries. "We shouldn’t have obstacles in the way of patients receiving the prescription medications they need," said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. "The bipartisan Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act simply ensures that cancer patients as well as other patients have timely access to the appropriate oral medications, by allowing delivery of these medications, or allowing family members or caregivers to pick them up on the patient's behalf." Background Under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’s (CMS) interpretation of physician self-referral law (commonly known as “Stark law”), it’s unlawful for a medical practice — such as a community oncology practice — to deliver a prescribed and filled drug to a patient by mail, courier, or UPS. CMS’ interpretation doesn’t even allow for a family member or caregiver to pick up a patient’s drug on their behalf. During the pandemic, CMS recognized these barriers and issued a Stark waiver lifting the restrictions that hindered patient access to these crucial medications. H.R. 5526, The Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act of 2024, restores these flexibilities. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
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