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| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/memorandum-jake-auchincloss-fourth-year-in-congress | Memorandum: Jake Auchincloss’ Fourth Year in Congress | 2024-12-31 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Memorandum: Jake Auchincloss’ Fourth Year in Congress This year, the House GOP pursued a series of wedge issues, torpedoing bipartisan policies in subservience to Donald Trump. Congressman Jake Auchincloss remained focused on working left, right, and center to deliver local wins and bipartisan solutions for the Fourth District of Massachusetts. Congressman Auchincloss’ Legislative Victories and Representing Values As a “heavy hitter on national security issues,” Auchincloss remained a forceful voice against China, Iran, and Russia’s global axis of authoritarianism serving on the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party. Served as Democratic co-chair of the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party’s Fentanyl Policy Working Group, where he led three bipartisan bills to crack down on the Chinese Communist Party’s role in subsidizing fentanyl precursors and analogues by coordinating U.S. government actions and implementing sanctions and fines. As a Member of the Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, helped draft and pass the overwhelmingly bipartisan reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration, including improvements to air traffic control recruitment and training and his own legislation to help airports reduce congestion at the curb. Continued his leading role as an advocate for Ukraine’s right to defend itself from Russia’s invasion forces, and was a strong proponent for the congressional aid package earlier this year. Led a letter with 52 House Members urging the Biden administration to pursue more vigorous Russian oil sanctions and questioning an exception granted to a U.S.-based company conducting business in Russia and fueling Vladimir Putin’s war economy. Delivered cable hit after hit forcefully urging President Biden to remove all remaining restrictions on Ukraine’s use of U.S.-manufactured weapons in the final months of his presidency. Auchincloss’ Wall Street Journal op-ed implored Biden to enable Ukraine to deploy combined-arms tactics inside enemy territory, just as N… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=5FC7F18C-37D5-4C55-A8DA-A1AEEAC265D5 | Whip Clark Statement on the Passing of President Jimmy Carter | 2024-12-29 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | REVERE, MA – Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) issued the following statement on the passing of President Jimmy Carter: “President Jimmy Carter was a statesman and humanitarian. “As our country’s 39th President, he fought for the dignity of working families and the health of our planet – standing up for environmental justice and the universal right to clean air and water. Always a peacemaker, he was a force for democracy in all corners of the world. “In the decades after he left office, he and First Lady Rosalynn Carter continued to serve the most vulnerable among us. Their work at the Carter Center, Habitat for Humanity, and many other organizations saved lives, advanced human rights, and promoted opportunity and stability for those in need. “President Carter’s service of compassion and humility leaves a legacy that will be admired for generations to come. As we come together as a grateful nation to mourn and honor President Carter, my thoughts and prayers are with the entire Carter family.” # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/29/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4097/ | Neal Statement on the Passing of President James Earl Carter, Jr. | 2024-12-29 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement... by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – President Trump announced Tuesday that U.S. military operations... WATCH HERE by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – U.S. Rep. Richard Neal toured Holyoke High School to... By Jim Kinney | jkinney@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — With work on MBTA subway cars ready to ramp up... SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement... LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier Springfield U.S. Representative Richard Neal said Tuesday... LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier There's been some confusion whether there are talks going on... (As prepared for delivery) Thank you, Mr. Chairman. It’s been over a year of the Republican trifecta in... | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3441 | Trahan Statement on the Passing of President Carter | 2024-12-29 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) released the following statement regarding the passing of President Jimmy Carter: “I’m deeply saddened by the news of President Carter’s passing, and my condolences go out to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who he and Rosalynn adored more than anything in the world.” “Jimmy Carter left his mark on our nation’s history through his unyielding love and appreciation for the American people, his dedication to public service, and his deep devotion to his faith. But more than anything, he’ll be remembered for who he was – a good man who always saw the best in others. President Carter’s legacy is one that everyone, regardless of political persuasion, should strive to emulate. He will be sorely missed.” ### | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:45Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3442 | Trahan Issues 118th Congress End of Term Report | 2024-12-26 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued her 2023-2024 End of Term Report to residents of Massachusetts’ Third Congressional District. The report details the work she has done during the 118th Congress to respond to constituent requests, advance legislation, and secure key investments in the communities she represents. “My guiding principle as your representative is simple: I believe every family in our Commonwealth deserves a fair shot to get ahead. They deserve good paying jobs, the ability to own a home, and the peace of mind that if a loved one gets sick or injured, their community hospital isn’t on the brink of closing its doors,” Congresswoman Trahan wrote. “That’s why every time I go to vote, to introduce a bill, or to question witnesses at a hearing, I do so through the lens of how it will help the district that I have the honor to represent.” Key Highlights from Trahan’s End of Term Report: 2,900 constituent requests for assistance closed $258.6 million returned to taxpayers and small businesses 64% of all bills introduced were bipartisan 66,000 constituent phone calls and emails answered 985 events and constituent meetings across the Commonwealth “Above all else in this job, I am accountable to you. I’ve compiled this End of Term Report so you can review the work my team and I have been doing to live up to our mission. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made on many important issues, but there’s much more to do. I will continue working with whoever – Democrat, Republican, or Independent – to ensure our district has a voice at the table,” Congresswoman Trahan continued. The full report can be accessed HERE. ### | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:45Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-renews-fight-to-address-chronic-underfunding-and-barriers-to-sovereignty-in-indian-country | Warren Renews Fight to Address Chronic Underfunding and Barriers to Sovereignty in Indian Country | 2024-12-23 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Renews Fight to Address Chronic Underfunding and Barriers to Sovereignty in Indian Country Bill Text (PDF) | Bill One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) reintroduced the Honoring Promises to Native Nations Act. The bill is designed to implement recommendations from the report Broken Promises: Continuing Federal Funding Shortfall for Native Americans, published by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights in December 2018. The report was drafted with extensive input from Tribal governments and citizens and other stakeholders, concluding that federal programs designed to support the social and economic wellbeing of Tribal Nations and Native peoples remain chronically underfunded and often inefficiently structured. While the federal government has substantial trust and treaty obligations to Tribal Nations, it has repeatedly failed to honor these obligations. The report put it bluntly: “The United States expects all nations to live up to their treaty obligations and it should live up to its own.” This bill reaffirms the relationship between the federal government and Tribal nations and would strengthen federal programs for Native communities. The bill lays out a path to ensure the United States meets its promises to Tribal nations. Provisions in the Honoring Promises to Native Nations Act include: Criminal Justice and Public Safety: Grants full Tribal jurisdiction modeled on the Violence Against Women Act’s special tribal criminal jurisdiction, with funding to implement it if tribes choose; provides funding for Tribal justice systems, Tribal law enforcement, and detention facilities; requires Tribal consent before a federal execution of a Tribal citizen; establishes grants to support Native victims of crime; victim advocates for Native victims of all crimes; Health Care: Provides full, mandatory, inflation-adjusted funding for the Indian Health Service; funding for the Sanitation Facilities Construction Program; provides funding for the Special Diabetes Programs for Native A… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-urges-ftc-to-protect-patients-scrutinize-cardinal-gi-alliance-deal | Warren Urges FTC to Protect Patients, Scrutinize Cardinal-GI Alliance Deal | 2024-12-23 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Urges FTC to Protect Patients, Scrutinize Cardinal-GI Alliance Deal Merger of Big Drug Wholesaler, Gastroenterology Service Provider Threatens Competition, Cost Increases, and Health Risks to Patients By allowing wholesalers to control physician practices, wholesalers could pressure doctors to prescribe medicine that is most profitable for them, even if it’s not in the best interest of their patients Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) wrote to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan, urging the agency to closely scrutinize pharmaceutical wholesaler Cardinal Health’s $3.9 billion proposed acquisition of a majority stake in GI Alliance, the country’s largest gastroenterology management services organization. “This deal threatens to limit competition by expanding Cardinal Health’s control of physician practices, while giving Cardinal an incentive to restrict those practices from contracting with Cardinal’s rival wholesalers,” wrote Senator Warren. Cardinal Health has a long history of leveraging its dominant market power in a way that negatively impacts patients and health care providers. The company controls 28% of the prescription drug wholesale market, making it one of the three biggest wholesalers in the country. Along the way, Cardinal has pursued an aggressive vertical acquisition strategy, buying up companies to solidify its dominance in the wholesaler market , including acquiring a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO), a data analytics firm, medical device lines, specialty pharmacies, and physician practices. These acquisitions are part of a broader trend of health care conglomerates operating as both seller and buyer of prescription drug services. “Cardinal has consistently locked its customers into restrictive contracts, blocked out rival wholesalers, and squeezed generic drug manufacturers, leading to more frequent drug shortages, higher drug costs, and poorer health outcomes,” wrote Senator Warren. In October, Senator Warren sounded the al… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-auchincloss-moolenaar-lead-letter-calling-on-secretary-blinken-to-support-internet-freedom-in-censored-nations | Reps. Auchincloss, Moolenaar Lead Letter Calling on Secretary Blinken to Support Internet Freedom in Censored Nations | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C.— U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-MA-04) and Chairman of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, John Moolenaar (R-MI-02), led a bipartisan letter calling on Secretary of State Antony Blinken and the Biden administration to sponsor a federal prize competition to support satellite technology that offers internet accessibility for repressed citizens of authoritarian nations or countries at war. In the letter the lawmakers stated, “The value of open forums for ideas and information cannot be overstated: Authoritarian governments across the globe cut off internet access to maintain coercive power and undermine freedom. Democracy can prevail through civil discourse; it does not need propaganda or disinformation like authoritarianism does, but we must provide it with the oxygen to compete.” “According to the Office of Management and Budget and the Office of Science and Technology Policy, prize competitions benefit the federal government with specific, measurable outcomes,”the lawmakers wrote. “ First, these allow federal agencies to pay only for success: competition increases cost effectiveness, stimulates private-sector investment, and maximizes the return on taxpayer dollars. Secondly, such competitions establish ambitious goals while increasing the number and diversity of individuals, organizations, and teams tackling a problem, including smaller to midsize companies that have not previously received federal funding. Lastly, these prizes underscore our commitment to some of our most deeply-held values as a democracy, inspiring the public to tackle scientific, technical, and societal problems.” The additional signers include Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL-08), Neal Dunn (R-FL-02), Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ-11), and André Carson (D-IN-07). | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=7995C6BE-6B68-4942-8F79-8EEBEB586E9C | Whip Clark On House Democrats Defeating Musk-GOP Shutdown | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement after House Democrats defeated the threat of a Musk-GOP shutdown: “For the sixth time in two years, House Republicans brought the government to the brink of a shutdown that would have withheld pay from our troops, stranded travelers at airports, and taken food from hungry families. But once again, House Democrats stood strong, stood united, and defeated Republicans’ worst impulses. “Let’s be clear about what happened this week. On orders from the world’s richest man, Republicans tore up their own bipartisan agreement then needlessly threw the country into days of uncertainty during the holiday season. This is a stark preview of the next two years of Republican-controlled government. No spine. No courage. Just deference to billionaires. “We already know Elon’s next directive: Break your campaign promises, cut $2.5 trillion from Social Security and Medicare, then use it to lower his taxes. House Democrats will continue to stand with working families. We’re going to keep fighting back in the new Congress. We will not allow the pawns of the ultra-wealthy to dismantle the hopes of the American people.” # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/20/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4082/ | Neal Marks Anniversary of Republican Tax Scam | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) blasted House Republicans and the President-elect for returning to their same failed playbook of putting billionaires before the American people: “The President-elect and House Republicans are barreling toward forcing our troops, law enforcement, TSA agents, among the rest of our federal workforce, to go without pay over the holidays because they shamelessly want to ease the pathway for their deficit-busting handouts next year. The American people have seen this scam before. In fact, Sunday marks the 7th anniversary of Trump’s signature broken promise: the Republican Tax Scam. Famously one of the most unpopular pieces of legislation in recent memory that failed to grow the middle class or our economy but left the wealthiest few much better off. “Call it as it is folks. The Republicans only know how to side with their billionaire friends and donors. With no end in sight to their infighting, they’ll have no choice but to negotiate with us next year where Ways and Means Democrats will fight tooth and nail to bring down costs and expand opportunity for the people.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/20/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4093/ | Air Force Secretary Signs Record of Decision for F-35s at Barnes Air National Guard Base | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Westfield, MA Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal joined U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator Edward J. Markey, Governor Maura T. Healey, Major General Gary W. Keefe, Colonel David L. Halasi-Kun, State Senator John Velis, and Westfield Mayor Michael McCabe in celebrating the stationing of a new fleet of F-35 aircraft at Barnes Air National Guard Base (ANGB), which was made official after Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall signed the Record of Decision (ROD). After the Secretary of the Air Force approved Barnes ANGB as the preferred location for the new fleet of F-35s on April 17, 2023, the selection required favorable completion of an Environmental Impact Statement. Upon favorable completion, the Secretary of the Air Force needed to sign and report to Congress the ROD. Once reported to Congress, the decision to station the new aircraft at Barnes became official, putting in motion the assignment of twenty new F-35A Lightning II aircraft at Barnes ANGB. “This is a great day for the City of Westfield and all of western Massachusetts, as Barnes has solidified its place in our community for years to come. The decision to station a new fleet of F-35 aircraft at Barnes comes after years of advocacy by the Western Massachusetts Delegation, as well as Major General Keefe and state and local officials. Ultimately, the Air Force recognized not only Barnes’ critical role in defending our nation, but also something we in Massachusetts already know – we take care of our servicemembers,” said Congressman Neal. “I want to thank the dedicated airmen and women of Barnes who faithfully serve our nation. It is their integrity that has upheld the superb reputation of the 104th – an integral factor in this decision-making process.” “This decision is a big win for Massachusetts. I worked hard to get this commitment for Barnes to enhance our national security, position our F-35s at a more climate-resilient base, and strengthen our economy in western Massachusetts,” said Senator Warren. “I’ll keep working to bring home more wins… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3443 | Trahan Votes to Avert Elon Musk’s Catastrophic Shutdown | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement after voting to pass government funding legislation to avert the shutdown demanded by Elon Musk: “I voted for this legislation to avert a government shutdown and protect the livelihoods of millions of Americans from the reckless demands of Elon Musk, the capitulation of Donald Trump, and the weak leadership of House Republicans. For days, servicemembers, working families, and federal law enforcement officers were forced to live in fear of losing their pay and support during the holidays – all because a billionaire wanted to hold the government hostage to secure a giant tax cut for himself and his wealthy friends.” “Let me be clear: the ploy to raise the debt limit solely to line Musk’s pockets was not only irresponsible but profoundly un-American. And the worst part is that Donald Trump and the Republicans came dangerously close to delivering on Musk’s orders.” “I am grateful to my House Democratic colleagues who provided the majority of votes for this package, once again proving that we are committed to governing responsibly. However, this entire episode underscores how fragile our democracy can be when it’s subjected to the whims of billionaires and the weakness of leaders who refuse to stand up to them. Let this serve as a reminder: our government works for the people, not for the profit margins of the rich. We prevailed today, but this fight is far from over.” ### | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:45Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-clarke-reintroduce-bill-to-establish-consistent-robust-medical-research-funding | Warren, Clarke Reintroduce Bill to Establish Consistent, Robust Medical Research Funding | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Clarke Reintroduce Bill to Establish Consistent, Robust Medical Research Funding Bicameral bill would protect NIH, FDA funding from Washington funding fights Text of Bill (PDF) | One Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Representative Yvette D. Clarke (D-N.Y.) reintroduced their National Biomedical Research Act, a bill to provide the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with predictable, robust funding for medical research and development. Senators Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) are cosponsors of the bill. The National Biomedical Research Act would create the Biomedical Innovation Fund, a new funding stream of $10 billion per year for select initiatives at the NIH and the FDA. The legislation specifies that the Biomedical Innovation Fund should supplement — not supplant — existing appropriations for the agencies; funds would only be available during years when Congress increases discretionary appropriations for NIH and FDA, thus ensuring that funding for medical research never falls below Fiscal Year 2024 levels. Fund dollars will also be available through interagency transfer to support research conducted jointly by the NIH or the FDA and other federal agencies. “The United States leads the world in biomedical innovation, and so much of that innovation happens in Massachusetts. Big federal investments in medical research and development help make this progress possible,” said Senator Warren. “Our bill would save lives by making sure our researchers have the resources to keep delivering lifesaving breakthroughs and treatments — regardless of who’s in charge in Washington.” “I am proud to partner with Senator Warren to reintroduce the National Biomedical Research Act. This legislation would provide researchers with the vital resources they need to continue diagn… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-hawley-merkley-push-automakers-on-their-opposition-to-car-owners-right-to-repair-their-own-vehicles | Warren, Hawley, Merkley Push Automakers on Their Opposition to Car Owners’ Right to Repair Their Own Vehicles | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Hawley, Merkley Push Automakers on Their Opposition to Car Owners’ Right to Repair Their Own Vehicles Bipartisan Letter Criticizes Auto Industry Fearmongering “The industry has raised concerns about data sharing with independent repair shops to justify opposing right-to-repair, while earning profits from sharing large amounts of personal data with insurance companies.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) wrote to the leaders of each of the top 10 U.S. automakers with concerns about the companies’ fierce opposition to car owners’ right to repair the vehicles they own in the way they choose. The letters were sent to General Motors, Toyota, Ford, Hyundai Group, Stellantis, Honda, Nissan, Tesla, Subaru, and Volkswagen. The letters denounce automakers’ actions to prevent vehicle owners from taking their vehicle to the mechanic of their choice by blocking vehicle owners’ ability to access or share information necessary for repair, like diagnostic data. These repair restrictions are an example of companies’ opposition to “right-to-repair,” which refers to a person’s ability to choose where they repair the products they own, including vehicles, consumer electronics, household appliances, agricultural equipment, and other goods. Without restrictions on right-to-repair, a vehicle owner can go to a local mechanic of their choice and is not forced to go to the manufacturer or car dealer for maintenance and repair of their vehicle. By restricting right-to-repair, equipment manufacturers like car companies can create a monopoly on vehicle repairs, allowing them to raise prices. Customers consistently rate independent repair shops better on price (as well as overall satisfaction) than dealerships, which nearly all receive the worst possible ratings from car owners on price. Right-to-repair is also crucial for local economies, with more than half of independent repair shops reporting difficulty in making repairs on a daily … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-smith-renew-fight-to-strengthen-us-pharmaceutical-manufacturing-capacity-and-end-over-reliance-on-foreign-countries-for-life-saving-drugs | Warren, Smith Renew Fight to Strengthen U.S. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Capacity and End Over-Reliance on Foreign Countries for Life-Saving Drugs | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Smith Renew Fight to Strengthen U.S. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Capacity and End Over-Reliance on Foreign Countries for Life-Saving Drugs Bill Text (PDF) | Bill One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) reintroduced the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Defense and Enhancement Act, a bill to reinvigorate the United States' manufacturing capacity and end the nation's reliance on foreign countries for critical drugs used by millions of Americans. 77% of the facilities that manufacture active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) used in drugs consumed by Americans are located overseas. As demonstrated by the COVID-19 pandemic, this overreliance leaves Americans vulnerable to supply chain shocks that result in extreme shortages of critical medicines, harming patients and health care professionals across the nation. The United States must take steps to counter this overreliance and ensure that reliable and high-quality drugs can be produced at home. The Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Defense and Enhancement Act would: Require the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Defense Department to develop a confidential list of "critical drugs" essential for public health and national security. Lower the cost of domestic production by providing $1 billion a year for 5 years to the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, to dramatically upgrade domestic manufacturing capacity of “critical drugs.” Require the Defense Department, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Health and Human Services, and Federal Bureau of Prisons to purchase American-made drugs and provide funding to subsidize the purchase of these drugs, creating a market for domestically-produced pharmaceuticals. Boosts supply chain transparency by requiring drugmakers to annually report to the FDA information about the source of APIs and starting materials used to make drugs consumed in the United States; requiring drugmakers to report information on foreign manufacturers in the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/moulton-statement-continuing-resolution-vote | Moulton Statement on Continuing Resolution Vote | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Seth Moulton | M001196 | moulton.house.gov | moulton | https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | "Tonight, the Republican-led House took one step closer to shutting down the government by refusing to bring a bipartisan funding bill to the floor—while also being unable to even get their fellow Republicans in line to vote for their own hyper-partisan bill. I was one of many bipartisan votes against it because I’m not going to let Elon Musk run our government into the ground, nor am I going to reward Republicans for following him like sheep off a cliff. Instead of allowing the House to vote on a compromise measure, Musk tweeted 70 times in 12 hours against a bill that he knew nothing about; Trump changed his mind to follow Elon; and that’s all it took for chaos to ensue. Musk may be new to politics, but Trump and the Speaker are not. Legislating by tweet doesn’t work well. Republicans have the majority, so they should work with Democrats in good faith to put the country first." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/19/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4083/ | Neal Blasts Republicans on the House Floor for Walking Away from Funding Agreement | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. WATCH Excerpts: “You have never won a government shutdown. And you won’t win this one either. Your currency in this institution is your word. We reached an agreement. We came to modest achievements. And a tweet changed all of it? Can you imagine what the next two years are going to be like if every time the Congress works its will and then there’s a tweet? … “This institution has a separate responsibility based upon the separation of powers. Members of Congress don’t serve under presidents of the United States. It’s called the national principle. … “I’m in favor of aid to North Carolina. I’m in support of aid of the farmers in Missouri. We come to the aid of the American family at moments like this, but you’ve walked away from your word. You’re walked away from an agreement. That’s what we’re bothered by. A simple suggestion from the president-elect that you ought to abandon that principle? “And this is what this is about. This is trying to raise the debt ceiling to disguise a big tax cut that they want to offer later on. In December of 2017, the TCJA was rendered and my friends, particularly the ones that have been here for a while, you know what I’m about to say is true. You borrowed the money for a tax cut 2. 3 trillion for a tax cut for wealthy people. And when you see the distribution tables, you’ll know who got what.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/19/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4084/ | Neal Announces Departure of Long-Time Democratic Social Security Subcommittee Staff Director Kathryn Olson | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) today announced that after more than 30 years of service, Democratic Social Security Subcommittee Staff Director Kathryn Olson will be retiring at the end of the 118th Congress. Kathryn has served four Democratic Chairs and Ranking Members on the Ways and Means Committee and as the Staff Director of the Senate Democratic Task Force on Social Security. She played a fundamental role in advancing improvements to Social Security benefits, solvency, and service to its beneficiaries, and fiercely defended the program against Republican cuts, including privatization efforts. “Social Security policy is what it is today because of the work and dedication of Kathryn Olson,” Ranking Member Neal said. “She has spent a career protecting and defending this most solemn promise of economic security for our nation’s retirees, people with disabilities, survivors, and their families as the Committee’s Social Security Staff Director. There isn’t a piece of Social Security legislation that’s been considered in my time in Congress that hasn’t been shaped in some way by Kathryn, and she’s been a key contributor to defeating Republicans’ repeated efforts to privatize the system. With gratitude and admiration for all she’s given to the Committee, the Congress, and the country, we wish Kathryn the best in her next chapter.” Kathryn Olson began working in Congress in 1986 and has served for more than 30 years with the Committee on Ways and Means. She has served four Democratic Chairs and Ranking Members: Richard E. Neal of Massachusetts, Sander M. Levin of Michigan, Charles B. Rangel of New York, and Daniel D. Rostenkowski of Illinois. She began her career in Congress working for Congressman Martin Olav Sabo from her home state of Minnesota. She proudly and successfully raised 3 kids—Soren, Frances and Max Klaverkamp—while serving the nation. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warren-secures-protections-for-servicemembers-from-blast-overpressure | ICYMI: Warren Secures Protections for Servicemembers from Blast Overpressure | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | ICYMI: Warren Secures Protections for Servicemembers from Blast Overpressure One year after Lewiston shooting, Congress passes much-needed legislation in defense bill that builds upon years of Warren's efforts Boston, MA – One year after a shooting in Lewiston, Maine killed 18 people and wounded 13, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) secured bipartisan provisions in the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (FY25 NDAA) to protect servicemembers exposed to blast overpressure and provide them the necessary care. The legislation passed by Congress builds upon many years of Senator Warren’s work to reduce blast exposure for servicemembers. This provision includes major reforms from Senator Warren’s and Ernst’s (R-Iowa) Blast Overpressure Safety Act, which will: Support servicemembers by permanently establishing the National Intrepid Center of Excellence to treat TBIs; Enhance efforts to mitigate exposure by modifying existing and future weapons systems to minimize blast overpressure; Establish standardized monitoring, treatment, and referral guidelines for servicemembers; Create an intensive, comprehensive brain health and trauma program to improve access to care after exposure; and Increase transparency regarding blast overpressure safety during the weapons acquisition process. “Blast overpressure has been devastating for our servicemembers’ health, causing suicide, depression, seizures, and more,” said Senator Warren. “I am firmly committed to doing everything I can in Congress to protect our servicemembers from injuries caused by their own weapons and get them the care they deserve.” For over 7 years, Senator Warren has led efforts to measure blast exposure and develop protocols that protect service members: In September 2024, Senator Warren hosted a forum with officials from the Department of Defense, brain health experts from Home Base, and a veteran who received treatment at Home Base about the importance of improving access to care for servicemembers, establishing a longitudinal s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senate-investigation-reveals-mohela-may-have-contributed-to-nearly-2-million-student-loan-duplication-errors-appearing-on-borrowers-credit-reports | Senate Investigation Reveals MOHELA May Have Contributed to Nearly 2 Million Student Loan Duplication Errors Appearing on Borrowers’ Credit Reports | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Senate Investigation Reveals MOHELA May Have Contributed to Nearly 2 Million Student Loan Duplication Errors Appearing on Borrowers’ Credit Reports Senators Urge CFPB, Education Department to Investigate and Hold Companies Accountable “[W]e write to share the results of this investigation—which suggest that MOHELA’s failure to provide advanced notice of the transfer to the CRAs contributed to nearly two million credit reporting errors.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – In a letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Department of Education (ED), U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) revealed the alarming findings of a Senate investigation into millions of consumer credit reporting errors that occurred during the transfer of student loan accounts from Nelnet to MOHELA in 2023. The senators urged the CFPB and ED to investigate these errors and use their supervisory and enforcement authority to hold the appropriate parties accountable. In May 2024, reports surfaced about incorrect, duplicate student loan records appearing on student borrowers’ credit reports after their loans were transferred from NelNet to MOHELA. For many borrowers, the errors led to reduced credit scores, hurting their ability to obtain mortgages, car loans, and other credit. The initial reports did not indicate how many borrowers had been affected, for how long, or who was responsible. In August 2024, the senators opened an investigation into the matter, sending inquiries to NelNet, MOHELA, and the three largest credit reporting agencies (CRAs), Equifax, Experian, and Transunion, requesting information on the impact on borrowers and how the mistakes occurred. The results of the investigation include brand new findings that suggest that MOHELA’s failure to provide advanced notice of the transfer to the CRAs contributed to nearly two million credit reporting errors. The investigation revealed that: MOHELA allegedly failed to inform … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-slams-fed-occ-as-asleep-at-the-wheel-on-necessary-bank-merger-guideline-updates | Warren Slams Fed, OCC As “Asleep at the Wheel” on Necessary Bank Merger Guideline Updates | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Slams Fed, OCC As “Asleep at the Wheel” on Necessary Bank Merger Guideline Updates As Capital One-Discover deal receives state regulatory approval, Sen. Warren presses agencies to make needed updates to merger framework “The Fed and the OCC’s failures to act to meaningfully strengthen our nation’s bank merger review framework threaten the stability of our economy and the livelihoods of working families.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) wrote to Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell, Fed Vice Chair Michael Barr, and Acting Comptroller for the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) Michael Hsu, slamming the agencies for being “asleep at the wheel” in following their mandate to prevent dangerous and anticompetitive bank mergers. The letter comes as Capital One reportedly received state regulatory approval to buy Discover, moving one step closer to completion of the dangerous merger. Senator Warren demanded that the agencies update and strengthen their bank merger policy guidelines and use these new guidelines to scrutinize the deal. A 2021 Executive Order signed by President Biden directed the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the OCC, and the Fed to “update guidelines on banking mergers to provide more robust scrutiny of mergers.” In December 2023, the DOJ and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released updated comprehensive merger guidelines. This year, the FDIC followed suit — but the Fed and the OCC have not taken similarly strong action. “The Fed and the OCC’s failures to act to meaningfully strengthen our nation’s bank merger review framework threaten the stability of our economy and the livelihoods of working families,” said Senator Warren. “In particular, using a set of weak, decades-old rules to evaluate the massive Capital One-Discover deal, which was announced in February and would combine two of the nation’s largest credit card companies, would amount to regulatory malfeasance.” In Febr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-urges-wellpath-to-commit-to-fair-payouts-and-fair-notice-for-incarcerated-patients-during-bankruptcy-process | Warren Urges Wellpath to Commit to Fair Payouts and Fair Notice for Incarcerated Patients During Bankruptcy Process | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Urges Wellpath to Commit to Fair Payouts and Fair Notice for Incarcerated Patients During Bankruptcy Process “It is critical that Wellpath commit to ensuring fair payout to creditors, particularly incarcerated patients harmed by medical malpractice, as well as local health care providers and contracting partners.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) sent a letter to Wellpath — one of the nation’s largest private providers of prison healthcare — following its declaration of bankruptcy, urging them to ensure that incarcerated patients with credible, serious tort claims against the company — as well as staff and other creditors — receive fair notice and fair compensation in the course of Wellpath’s bankruptcy proceedings. On November 11, 2024, Wellpath, the private equity-owned, for-profit company and one of the nation’s largest private providers of health care services in prisons and jails, filed for bankruptcy in the Southern District of Texas. Although the company has faced financial stress, Wellpath still earns over $2 billion in revenue per year from state, local, and federal jail and prison contracts. Wellpath’s bankruptcy is part of a growing trend of private equity-backed health care companies — including in the prison health care market — filing for bankruptcy when faced with serious claims. For example, in 2023, Wellpath’s peer company Corizon — another private equity-backed prison health care provider — filed for bankruptcy in the Southern District of Texas and attempted to use the notorious “Texas Two-Step” maneuver to avoid adequately compensating incarcerated tort claimants. In addition to trying to hide assets from creditors, Corizon attempted to coerce victims into accepting lower settlements, obscure its ownership structure, and deprive victims of meaningful justice against third parties, all while providing victims insufficient notice of their rights. Like Corizon, Wellpath has faced a flood of lawsuits challenging the health care provided. C… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-van-hollen-jacobs-demand-answers-on-horrific-war-crime-cover-up | Warren, Van Hollen, Jacobs Demand Answers on Horrific War Crime Cover-Up | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Van Hollen, Jacobs Demand Answers on Horrific War Crime Cover-Up “DoD has repeatedly misled the public about what has come to be known as the Haditha Massacre.” New photos from the scene reveal Iraqi civilians killed in their homes by U.S. Marines; Marine Corps Commandant bragged about keeping photos secret. Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and Representative Sara Jacobs (D-Calif.), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, sent a letter requesting the Department of Defense (DoD) Inspector General investigate reports that the DoD mishandled a case involving U.S. Marines killing civilians in Haditha, Iraq, and DoD’s continued efforts to cover up the alleged war crimes. In November 2005, as U.S. Marines patrolled the Iraqi town of Haditha, an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded, striking their convoy, killing one Marine and injuring two others. Immediately after the explosion, eight Marines moved through nearby Iraqi homes to pursue what they described as “the continuing threat” and “armed terrorists who fled the IED site.” Afterwards, the Marine Corps failed to conduct an investigation until three months after the incident, violating then-existing policy and law that required prompt reporting and thorough investigation. A recent New Yorker story revealed several disturbing photos of Iraqi civilians, including women and children, who appear to have been killed in their homes by U.S. Marines. The graphic photos from that day appear to reveal a much more sinister, deliberate, and cruel execution of civilians, and not the accidental chaos and misidentification of civilians described as armed combatants in previous reports. General Michael Hagee, the Marine Corps Commandant at the time of the Haditha killings, “bragged about keeping the Haditha photos secret.” “We seek to understand whether DoD improperly withheld information from the public regarding this incide… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/congressman-seth-moulton-announces-federal-public-safety-grants-lynn-and | Congressman Seth Moulton Announces Federal Public Safety Grants for Lynn and Peabody | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Seth Moulton | M001196 | moulton.house.gov | moulton | https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | Salem, Mass. – Congressman Seth Moulton announced that Lynn and Peabody will receive federal grants to enhance local community policing. This funding is awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. The program supports additional personnel and/or purchase equipment, supplies, contractual support, training, technical assistance, and information systems for criminal justice or civil proceedings. Lynn will receive $50,305 and Peabody will receive $12,210. “On behalf of the Lynn Police Department I want to express our sincere gratitude for this FY24 JAG funds award. The purpose of this program is to provide support to strengthen our community and reduce violent crime in the City of Lynn. These funds will support those objectives by helping to cover overtime costs for our Central Business District Bicycle Unit officers and technology costs associated with wireless access expenses and upgrades,” said Lynn Chief of Police Christopher Reddy. “Our Central Business District officers work closely with community stakeholders to identify problems and improve the quality of life in the community. In addition, improved wireless access will increase public safety and allow our officers to make timely accurate decisions during investigations. These initiatives will improve the quality of life for citizens of Lynn, make the business district safer and more attractive for new businesses seeking to come to Lynn.” “There are few things more crucial to the success of a community than its public safety,” said Congressman Moulton. “I’m very proud to advocate for funding that supports local police departments to safely and effectively protect their respective communities. I’ll continue to support funding like this, and I’m grateful for the strong partnership and advocacy of leaders in Lynn and Peabody." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/18/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4085/ | Neal Statement on Latest Rapid Response Mechanism Panel Request at Pirelli Neumáticos Facility | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement... by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – President Trump announced Tuesday that U.S. military operations... WATCH HERE by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – U.S. Rep. Richard Neal toured Holyoke High School to... By Jim Kinney | jkinney@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — With work on MBTA subway cars ready to ramp up... SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement... LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier Springfield U.S. Representative Richard Neal said Tuesday... LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier There's been some confusion whether there are talks going on... (As prepared for delivery) Thank you, Mr. Chairman. It’s been over a year of the Republican trifecta in... | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/18/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4086/ | Neal Statement on CBO’s Analysis of Trump’s Tariff Scheme | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) analyzed the economic effects of tariffs discussed by the President-elect: “Today’s CBO report shows that Trump’s economic plan would lower economic growth and raise prices as our output declines, exports shrink, and other countries stick us with devastating, retaliatory tariffs. It’s the exact opposite of what the American people need right now. We need policies that lower prices at the supermarket and help rebalance a growing disparity between the ultra-wealthy and the workers that power our economy. “Protecting our workers and businesses is paramount for Ways and Means Democrats, and well-targeted tariffs can be an effective tool in delivering relief. But rather than responsible economic policy that protects our workers and our economy, the President-elect and his billionaire buddies seem to delight in igniting international trade wars. In the meantime, the once-promised 60% tariffs on China seem to magically have come down to a mere 10%—just as the Trump cabinet is filling up with folks that have major business interests before China. “Our revenue and tariff system should be predicated on what’s best for the American people, their wallets, and our economy – not the personal finances of the richest man in the world and his merry band of international business barons.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-doggett-urge-medicare-administrator-to-crack-down-on-abuse-by-private-insurers-in-medicare-advantage | Warren, Doggett Urge Medicare Administrator to Crack Down on Abuse by Private Insurers In Medicare Advantage | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Doggett Urge Medicare Administrator to Crack Down on Abuse by Private Insurers In Medicare Advantage “It is your duty to protect taxpayer dollars from waste and abuse and the preservation of these funds will protect the promise of Medicare for future generations by stabilizing the Medicare Trust Fund” Letter comes as Dr. Mehmet Oz, nominee to head Medicare and Medicaid, promotes further expansion of Medicare Advantage and elimination of Traditional Medicare Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) urged the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to finalize rules to curb overpayments to private insurers in Medicare Advantage (MA). The nonpartisan Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) estimates that private insurers in MA will overcharge taxpayers $83 billion this year alone. Most of these overpayments are the result of “upcoding,” a tactic in which private insurers deliberately add incorrect diagnosis codes to patients’ medical charts to secure higher payments from the federal government. In total, MedPAC estimates that upcoding by private insurers in MA will cost taxpayers $54 billion in 2024 alone. In March 2023, CMS proposed changes to the program’s payment methodology, including eliminating overpayments associated with codes that were subject to widespread manipulation”by private insurers in MA. However, a multi-million dollar lobbying campaign by the health insurance industry led CMS to phase these changes in over three years instead of upfront. The letter urges Administrator Brooks-LaSure to propose the 2026 MA payment rule quickly, and to include the third-year of CMS’ proposed changes and more aggressive action to curb overpayments to private insurers in MA. These changes are critical following Dr. Mehmet Oz’s nomination to lead CMS, given his support for making Medicare Advantage the default option for seniors and eliminating Traditional Medicare. Dr. Oz also has millions invested in companie… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-lawmakers-introduce-bill-send-letter-urging-study-of-anti-sex-trafficking-legislations-impacts-on-sex-worker-health-safety | Warren, Lawmakers Introduce Bill, Send Letter Urging Study of Anti-Sex Trafficking Legislation's Impacts on Sex Worker Health, Safety | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Lawmakers Introduce Bill, Send Letter Urging Study of Anti-Sex Trafficking Legislation's Impacts on Sex Worker Health, Safety Bill to study impacts of SESTA/FOSTA on sex workers’ health, safety and trafficking investigations; letter pushes agencies to undertake national study Text of Bill (PDF) | Text of Letter (PDF) | One Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), and Representatives Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), led lawmakers in reintroducing the SAFE SEX Workers Study Act, legislation directing the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct the first federal study on the impact of a 2018 anti-sex trafficking bill known as SESTA/FOSTA on sex workers and trafficking investigations. The bill was reintroduced on the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers. Senators Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) cosponsored the bill in the Senate. Representatives Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.), Jim McGovern (D-Mass.), Mark Pocan (D-Wis.), Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), and Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.) cosponsored the bill in the House. The bill would require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to undertake the first-ever robust national study of the impacts of SESTA/FOSTA. The bill’s landmark study would require consultation, as appropriate, with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), and report to Congress on the study within one year of the date of enactment. The bill also adds a new requirement that the Attorney General submit a report on SESTA/FOSTA’s impact on human trafficking investigations and prosecutions. Senators Warren and Wyden, alongside Representatives Khanna, Lee, Holmes Norton, and Coleman, also sent a letter to HHS and the DOJ, pushing the agencies to undertake this study. “While the SAFE S… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-nadler-lawmakers-renew-push-to-make-bankruptcy-less-expensive-for-families | Warren, Nadler, Lawmakers Renew Push to Make Bankruptcy Less Expensive for Families | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Nadler, Lawmakers Renew Push to Make Bankruptcy Less Expensive for Families Bill would simplify the bankruptcy process for individuals and families, address racial and gender disparities in the system, crack down on predatory practices Bill Text | Bill Summary | One-Pager | 2022 Letter of Support from 86 Law Professors Washington, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), along with Representatives Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, and Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), reintroduced the Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act, legislation to simplify and modernize the consumer bankruptcy system and make it easier for people forced into bankruptcy to get back on their feet. Over the last 40 years, consumer credit has skyrocketed as Americans took on more debt to deal with the increasing costs of housing, education, medical care, and child care — all while wages stayed stagnant. For millions of households, a job loss or a family illness can send them tumbling over a financial cliff, struggling under the weight of medical bills, student loans, mortgages, and car loans. Originally introduced in 2020, Senator Warren’s Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act aims to streamline the consumer bankruptcy process with a single, unified system. This reform will simplify the filing process, reduce filing fees, and ensure filers can take care of themselves and their families during the bankruptcy process, including by helping renters avoid eviction and helping safeguard homes and cars. Notably, the bill will allow individuals struggling with student loans to discharge the debt through bankruptcy, reversing a 2005 change that allowed special treatment for private student loan companies and offering significant relief to many who are burdened by educational expenses. “People typically file for bankruptcy for one of three reasons: a job loss, a medical problem, or a family breakup — and when they do, they’re faced with an expensive and complicated system. My … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-secures-new-protections-for-servicemembers-from-blast-overpressure-and-safer-drug-supply-chains-in-annual-defense-bill | Warren Secures New Protections for Servicemembers from Blast Overpressure and Safer Drug Supply Chains in Annual Defense Bill | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Secures New Protections for Servicemembers from Blast Overpressure and Safer Drug Supply Chains in Annual Defense Bill Washington, D.C. – Following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (FY25 NDAA), U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), announced key priorities secured in the bill. “I fought hard to secure provisions that protect our servicemembers from blast overpressure and ensure a reliable supply chain for life-saving drugs,” said Senator Warren. “We must do more to crack down on greedy defense contractors, close the revolving door at the Pentagon, and guarantee housing worthy of military families. As we head into a new administration, I’m going to keep conducting oversight and fighting to cut down on wasteful Pentagon spending.” The following provisions, which Senator Warren led, are included in the FY25 NDAA: Protecting servicemembers from blast overpressure: The bill incorporates major reforms from Senator Warren’s bipartisan Blast Overpressure Safety Act, a comprehensive, bicameral bill to help mitigate and protect servicemembers from blast overpressure. The reforms include increasing transparency about blast overpressure safety in the weapons acquisition process, requiring comprehensive updates to exposure safety thresholds, and launching initiatives to treat traumatic brain injuries and other symptoms of exposure. Safer pharmaceutical supply chains: The FY25 NDAA requires the Pentagon to establish a plan to ensure access to safe, high-quality pharmaceutical products and eliminate or mitigate risks in the pharmacy supply chain, including the feasibility of establishing a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility owned and operated by the Department of Defense (DoD). Combating civilian medical debt: The Department’s military treatment facilities (MTF) can provide civilians with care under limited circumstances, but the civilians who receive treatment are frequently left to deal with onerous billing, collec… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/auchincloss-targets-chinas-role-in-us-fentanyl-crisis-with-new-bipartisan-legislation | Auchincloss Targets China’s Role in U.S. Fentanyl Crisis with New Bipartisan Legislation | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-MA), Democratic Chair of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s Fentanyl Policy Working Group introduced bipartisan legislation alongside his colleagues that holds the CCP responsible for its role in the U.S. fentanyl crisis. Spearheaded by Working Group Co-Chairs Reps. Auchincloss and Dan Newhouse (R-WA) and joined by Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), the Fentanyl Policy Working Group spent months building on the Select Committee’s bipartisan investigation, which uncovered for the first time how the CCP directly subsidizes fentanyl precursors and analogues. The lawmakers are now introducing three bipartisan bills aimed at better coordinating law enforcement efforts, strengthening sanctions on China-based and CCP-backed entities engaged in drug trafficking, and leveraging fines against People’s Republic of China (PRC) shippers that fail to implement appropriate transparency and related safeguards that hinder drug trafficking. The bills developed by the working group are the Joint Task Force to Counter Illicit Synthetic Narcotics Act of 2024, The CCP Fentanyl Sanctions Act, and the International Protecting from PRC Fentanyl and Other Synthetic Opioids Act. "Dismantling the fentanyl supply chain starts at the source. The CCP Fentanyl Sanctions Act sanctions Chinese chemical manufacturers that are profiting by poisoning the American people," said Congressman Auchincloss. “For too long, China has profited from the destruction of American lives, and the fentanyl crisis they are manufacturing knows no boundaries. As we continue our work fighting the immediate threat the drug poses, we are also going after the CCP and their central role in subsidizing, producing, and exporting the precursors that fuel this epidemic,” said Congressman Newhouse. “Earlier this year, the Select Committee’s bipartisan investigation proved that the CCP… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://keating.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/keating-statement-recent-belarus-arrests | KEATING STATEMENT ON RECENT BELARUS ARRESTS | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | William R. Keating | K000375 | keating.house.gov | keating | https://keating.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | "The Lukashenka regime’s ongoing detention of political prisoners including journalists demonstrates the regime’s continued disregard for the citizens it claims to represent. This includes the arrest of an additional seven journalists last week as well as the extended detention of individuals like Ihar Karney whose only “crime” is journalism. More than 1,200 political prisoners remain behind bars in Belarus, and I reiterate my call for their immediate release. The people of Belarus have lived under Lukashenka’s rule for 30 years, and as we approach upcoming presidential “elections” next year, we must continue to support the democratic opposition and Belarusian civil society. As co-chair of the House Belarus Caucus, I pledge this support in the new Congress as the Belarusian government continues to run afoul of international law and the protection of civil liberties of Belarusians who seek freedom, rule of law, and respect for human rights." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-lawmakers-probe-real-estate-firm-easyknock-after-abrupt-closure-demand-answers-for-customers | Warren, Lawmakers Probe Real Estate Firm EasyKnock After Abrupt Closure, Demand Answers for Customers | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Lawmakers Probe Real Estate Firm EasyKnock After Abrupt Closure, Demand Answers for Customers EasyKnock bought people’s homes, turned customers into renters on the promise they could buy their homes back, and then often left customers worse off. Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, led a letter to the Founder and CEO of EasyKnock—a real estate company that bought people’s homes and turned them into renters—probing the company’s allegedly deceptive and predatory business practices and their impacts on customers after the company abruptly closed its doors on December 5, 2024. The letter was also signed by Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), and Peter Welch (D-Vt.). Before its recent closure, EasyKnock purchased homes from financially distressed homeowners through its “Sell & Stay” program, promising they would “receive 100% of their home’s value without having to move.” However, consumer lawsuits and multiple state attorneys general have alleged that EasyKnock’s deceptive advertising and business practices often left former homeowners far worse off than they were before the company found them, causing homeowners to lose cherished family homes and much of the equity they originally had in them. “We are deeply concerned about EasyKnock’s lasting impact on vulnerable homeowners, including homeowners with pending residential sale-leaseback agreements with your company, and the extent to which the company will be handling these agreements in the wake of its abrupt closure earlier this month,” wrote the lawmakers. According to reports, EasyKnock customers rarely received anything close to the full market values of their homes, and the company employed predatory tactics, such as consistent rent increases in spite of a lack of improvements to properties, placing customers in financial positions where they could no longer repurc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-presses-trump-for-answers-on-elon-musks-glaring-conflicts-of-interest | Warren Presses Trump for Answers on Elon Musk’s Glaring Conflicts of Interest | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Presses Trump for Answers on Elon Musk’s Glaring Conflicts of Interest “Mr. Musk’s substantial private interests present a massive conflict of interest with the role he has taken on as your ‘unofficial co-president.’” “Currently, the American public has no way of knowing whether the advice that he is whispering to you in secret is good for the country—or merely good for his own bottom line.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) sent a letter to President-Elect Trump with concerns about Elon Musk’s conflicts of interest as he serves as a top advisor for the incoming president. In the weeks since the election, Mr. Musk has been named the co-chair of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency, and has frequently been by Trump’s side, joining his phone calls with Ukraine’s president, “[met] secretly" with Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations. “But Mr. Musk is no ordinary citizen,” wrote Senator Warren, pointing out that he is the CEO of several companies that have significant interests before the federal government. “Mr. Musk’s substantial private interests present a massive conflict of interest with the role he has taken on as your ‘unofficial co-president,’” continued Senator Warren. “Currently, the American public has no way of knowing whether the advice that he is whispering to you in secret is good for the country—or merely good for his own bottom line.” SpaceX, Tesla, and Mr. Musk’s other companies have an ongoing interest in how the government does or does not enforce labor laws, workplace safety rules, environmental regulations, and other federal laws. Additionally, his companies have been the subject of at least 20 recent investigations or reviews, creating adversarial and significant entanglements with federal regulators. For example, Mr. Musk’s automobile company, Tesla, has obtained nearly $42 million in government contracts to provide electric vehicles (EVs) and services to the government. The government indirectly subsidizes the co… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-senators-question-hegseth-nomination-his-disqualifying-views-on-women-in-the-military-allegations-of-sexual-assault | Warren, Senators Question Hegseth Nomination, His Disqualifying Views on Women in the Military, Allegations of Sexual Assault | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Senators Question Hegseth Nomination, His Disqualifying Views on Women in the Military, Allegations of Sexual Assault “If women are treated as second-class citizens and barred from competing for the same opportunities for promotions and leadership as men, the military will lose the talent it has and be unable to recruit the talent it needs, and that will undermine our ability to keep Americans safe.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), all members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, wrote to Susan Wiles, President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming Chief of Staff, about whether Pete Hegseth’s attitudes toward women, including his opposition to women in combat, and allegations of sexual assault and harassment, disqualify him to be the next Secretary of Defense. “As Secretary, Mr. Hegseth will set the tone for how women are treated throughout the military and whether women have enough confidence in him to join or remain in the military,” wrote the lawmakers. Mr. Hegseth’s opposition to women in combat roles has begun to cause “mounting concern” among female active duty service members about whether they will continue to serve their country under his leadership. As recently as November 7th, Mr. Hegseth stated: “I’m straight up just saying we should not have women in combat roles. It hasn’t made us more effective. Hasn’t made us more lethal. Has made fighting more complicated.” “Experts tell us that meeting current recruiting goals and building the cutting-edge force we need for the future requires recruiting more women to the force,” wrote the lawmakers. “If women are treated as second-class citizens and barred from competing for the same opportunities for promotions and leadership as men, the military will lose the talent it has and be unable to recruit the talent it needs, and that will undermine our abi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=157E2502-430E-4789-BD8C-2A12BE63E973 | Whip Clark Announces Congressional App Challenge Winner | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) announced that Christopher Yoo from Wellesley, Massachusetts is the Fifth Congressional District winner of the annual Congressional App Challenge. Yoo’s app, WayPoint, enables residents to report malfunctioning or damaged assistive crosswalk signals for the visually impaired to local municipalities. “The Congressional App Challenge offers students across the district and the nation an opportunity to explore their interest in STEM and showcase their coding skills,” said Whip Clark. “Every year, I am inspired by the talent and innovation of our local students, and this year was no different. I want to congratulate Christopher on winning this year’s challenge and thank him for his commitment to building a safer and more accessible community.” Yoo was inspired to create WayPoint after his experience volunteering at a concert composed exclusively of choristers with visual impairments. “I created WayPoint to help local governments prioritize repairs and new crosswalk installations which enhance the safety and accessibility in public spaces for visually impaired individuals,” said Yoo. Yoo’s app will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building and featured on the House of Representatives website. The annual Congressional App Challenge was first launched in 2013 and is designed to inspire innovative efforts around STEM, coding, and computer science education for America’s youth. Each spring, middle and high school students from around the country are invited to participate. For more on this year’s winning app, visit Whip Clark’s website. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/congressman-moulton-introduces-building-safer-streets-act-improve-street-design | Congressman Moulton Introduces “Building Safer Streets Act” to Improve Street Design Standards and Make Streets Safer | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Seth Moulton | M001196 | moulton.house.gov | moulton | https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON,, DC – Congressman Seth Moulton has introduced the “Building Safer Streets Act,” a bill that would bring street design standards into the 21st century and make way for innovative, locally-sensitive street designs and improvements by providing government agencies from the federal to local level with resources to remove red tape and make streets safer. It will also adjust street safety-focused grants so that the money reaches small communities. This bill is the House companion to Senator John Fetterman’s Senate version, introduced last Fall. Congressman Moulton has long been a strong advocate for building safer, greener, and more efficient transportation infrastructure in America. “Over 100 people die due to road traffic accidents every day in America. Our community is no stranger to this type of tragedy,” said Congressman Moulton. “Road safety should be a bipartisan effort. Never again should a pedestrian be injured or killed while crossing the street when they have a signal or simply walking down the sidewalk. We've made progress with new federal grants to help, and this bill would improve road design and federal safety reforms -- that will create safer streets for everyone.” The Building Safer Streets Act would: Create a streamlined exceptions process for FHWA-recommended features that improve safety, removing the need for slow and costly exceptions requests Ensure FHWA guidelines and guidance distinguishes between rural, suburban, and urban needs Adjust the Safe Streets for All grant program to address the specific needs of small and rural communities Provide clarity for states and localities on how they can design streets to better accommodate users Direct the FHWA to help states and localities design streets that account for freight and transit networks (e.g. at-grade rail crossings, truck routes, or bus stops) Create a consistent process at FHWA for determining design exceptions for projects that do not include multimodal facilities (e.g. bike lanes) Require public documentation for FHW… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/moulton-announces-5-million-federal-grant-hamilton-wenham-regional-school | Moulton Announces $5 Million Federal Grant for Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District to Invest in Zero-Emission Buses | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Seth Moulton | M001196 | moulton.house.gov | moulton | https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | Salem, Mass. – Congressman Seth Moulton joins the U.S. Environmental Protect Agency (EPA) to announce that the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District will receive almost $5 million in federal funding to replace 17 diesel buses with new zero-emission buses to reduce air pollution. The project, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Congressman Moulton helped to pass in 2021, will directly improve the air quality for students, staff, and community members and reduce district transportation costs. “I'm thrilled that the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District will receive nearly $5 million in funding to replace diesel buses with zero-emission vehicles. This federal funding will not only reduce transportation costs, but it will improve air quality and reduce harmful pollution. Everyone in the community, especially students, is going to benefit from this investment. I'm proud to partner with the EPA as we work toward building a healthier, more sustainable future,” said U.S. Representative Seth Moulton. Across the nation, over 3 million Class 6 and Class 7 vehicles are currently in use. Many of these are older vehicles that emit higher levels of harmful pollutants like nitrogen oxides, fine particulate matter, and greenhouse gases than newer vehicles. This pollution is associated with respiratory and cardiovascular disease, among other serious health problems. Children, older adults, those with preexisting cardiopulmonary disease, and those of lower socioeconomic status are particularly vulnerable to these health impacts. EPA’s Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program will accelerate the adoption and deployment of eligible Class 6 and 7 zero-emission vehicles. The $4,989,500 grant will be used to replace 17 Class 6/7 diesel buses with Class 6/7 zero-emission buses to reduce the district’s emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM), and greenhouse gases (GHGs). The project will directly improve the air quality for students, staff, and community members and reduce district trans… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-murkowski-call-for-study-to-support-tribal-child-welfare | Warren, Murkowski Call for Study to Support Tribal Child Welfare | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Murkowski Call for Study to Support Tribal Child Welfare “The U.S. government’s record with AI/AN children has eroded Tribal communities’ trust in the traditional child welfare system.” Text of Letter (PDF) | GAO Acceptance (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) called on the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a study into child abuse and neglect in indigenous communities to help inform Congress’ work to support Tribal child welfare programs. Historically, American Indian (AI) and Alaskan Native (AN) communities have been subjected to trauma by the United States government. In the 19th and 20th centuries, hundreds of thousands of children were displaced into over 500 boarding schools, where they experienced physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. Then between the 1950s and 1970s, an estimated 25 to 35 percent of all AI/AN children were removed from their families and placed by child welfare agencies in foster care far from their tribal communities or were adopted, primarily by non-Indian families. Even today, AI/AN children are over-represented in the foster care system. Tribal child welfare programs are systematically underfunded. In August 2016, GAO published a report revealing that over half of the Tribes interviewed lacked adequate resources for their foster care programs. These funding gaps have led to a lack of adequate child welfare infrastructure, including a shortage of trained child welfare professionals, inadequate technology for maintaining child case records, and a lack of emergency intervention services. “To best support Tribal child welfare programs, we need to better understand the common barriers Tribes face in accessing federal and state child welfare funding and technical assistance, the best practices that Tribal child welfare programs employ, and the gaps in federal data on AI/AN child abuse,” wrote the senators. The lawmakers urged GAO to consult with Tribes to examine existing child abuse and neglect p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=76157A85-AB50-423A-B8D4-037CBA83C4FD | Whip Clark Statement on the Election of Co-Chairs of the Future Forum Caucus | 2024-12-13 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Brittany Pettersen (CO-7), Rep. Gabe Amo (RI-1), and Rep. Morgan McGarvey (KY-3) on their election as Co-Chairs of the Future Forum Caucus for the 119th Congress. “The voices of our youth must be heard in the halls of Congress, the Future Forum Caucus is committed to elevating the issues that matter most to them and creating a path into public service for young Americans. I am excited to learn from and partner with this innovative and energetic leadership team. Brittany, Gabe, and Morgan will undoubtedly advance Democrats’ fight for an America worthy of future generations. Sending my sincerest congratulations to each of them.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B9B23ADF-8BD3-4082-B146-066582AF5C57 | Whip Clark Statement on Rep. Ayanna Pressley’s Appointment as Co-Chair of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Ayanna Pressley (MA-7) as she steps into the role of Co-Chair of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus for the 119th Congress. “From the Boston City Council to the Halls of Congress, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley has been at the forefront of the fight for women’s rights and freedoms. As women across America face an unparalleled attack on our health and lives, I am so grateful for her leadership of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus as our newest Co-Chair. I congratulate Ayanna and am eager to partner with the entire Reproductive Freedom Caucus as we fight on behalf of women, mothers, and freedom.” # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/ahead-of-fiscal-year-fy-2025-ndaa-vote-warren-presses-pentagon-on-strategy-to-prevent-price-gouging-overpayments-to-health-care-companies | Ahead of Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 NDAA Vote, Warren Presses Pentagon on Strategy to Prevent Price Gouging, Overpayments to Health Care Companies | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Ahead of Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 NDAA Vote, Warren Presses Pentagon on Strategy to Prevent Price Gouging, Overpayments to Health Care Companies Warren Reveals List of Nearly 250 Bad Actors that Overcharged DoD by Almost $46 Million “It is critically important that DHA properly prevents and mitigates overpayments and price gouging in TRICARE.” Text of Letter (PDF) | DoD’s January 2024 Response (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) sent a letter raising continued concerns about the Department of Defense’s (DoD) failure to prevent price gouging and overpayments in the military’s TRICARE health program. DoD’s response to Senator Warren’s July 2023 letter revealed a list of nearly 250 bad actors who have overcharged our military by nearly $46 million, which the Senator released today. In her new letter, Senator Warren requested further information about the department's plans to prevent overcharging. DoD relies on “several managed care support organizations to deliver health care entitlements” to servicemembers and veterans in a cost-effective manner. In December 2022, DoD awarded the most recent generation of these contracts, including a $70.9 billion contract to Humana and a $65.1 billion contract to TriWest Healthcare Alliance. DoD’s response does not make clear if DoD is receiving any discount on care and whether any rebates or incentive payments have been made to the managed care support contractors. DoD’s response also highlighted potential conflicts of interest among contractors who provide both claims-processing services and serve TRICARE patients. For example, PGBA, a DoD claims processing subcontractor, owns UCI Medical Affiliates, Inc., a health care service provider that services the TRICARE East Region. This dual ownership means that this claims processor could be more likely to “process and accept claims, including potentially improper ones, from [its subsidiaries] because it would benefit their shared parent corporation.” Senator Warren also pressed DoD to provide more i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/at-hearing-warren-celebrates-caseys-record-of-fighting-for-families-calls-on-congress-to-build-on-that-legacy-and-reject-trillions-in-tax-giveaways-to-billionaires | At Hearing, Warren Celebrates Casey’s Record of Fighting for Families, Calls on Congress to Build on that Legacy and Reject Trillions in Tax Giveaways to Billionaires | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | At Hearing, Warren Celebrates Casey’s Record of Fighting for Families, Calls on Congress to Build on that Legacy and Reject Trillions in Tax Giveaways to Billionaires For the same amount it would cost to renew the 2017 Trump tax cuts, Congress can invest in family care infrastructure like paid leave, child care, early childhood education “Next year's tax fight will be an opportunity to show the American people whose side they are on – the side of billionaires, who are clamoring for more handouts, or on the side of hard-working Americans.” Video of Exchange (YouTube) Washington, D.C. – At a hearing of the Senate Committee On Aging, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) called for 2025 legislation to include investments like an expanded Child Tax Credit, affordable home care for sick relatives, paid leave, and affordable child care, so working families have an opportunity to get ahead. Meanwhile, the 2017 Trump tax cuts, which have been largely sucked up by billionaires and large corporations, are up for renewal in 2025. Ms. Ai-Jen Poo, President of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, testified that for the same $4.5 trillion it would cost to renew the 2017 Trump tax cuts, our country could “ensure every child has access to high-quality early childhood education, every worker in the U.S. has paid leave, (and) raise wages for hard-working American families.” Senator Warren called out Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans for their plan to pay for more tax cuts for billionaires by slashing investments that actually grow our economy and support these good jobs. Senator Warren also highlighted Senator Bob Casey’s (D-Pa.) leadership as Chair of the Aging Committee, his determination, and his work on behalf of American families. Transcript: Hearing to Examine Empowering People with Disabilities to Live, Work, Learn, and Thrive Senate Committee On Aging December 12, 2024 Senator Warren: Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Senator Casey has been a tireless champion for American families. As Chair of the Aging Commit… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/congressional-investigation-reveals-navient-may-be-improperly-denying-borrowers-relief-from-predatory-student-loans | Congressional Investigation Reveals Navient May Be Improperly Denying Borrowers Relief from Predatory Student Loans | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Congressional Investigation Reveals Navient May Be Improperly Denying Borrowers Relief from Predatory Student Loans Lawmakers Seek Action from Regulators to Protect Borrowers from Navient’s “Disgraceful” Behavior “We are concerned that Navient’s cancellation process for borrowers who attended predatory, for-profit schools is flawed and opaque and potentially violates federal consumer protection law.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (D-PA) led 24 lawmakers in sending a bicameral letter to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Director Rohit Chopra and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan, revealing the results of their investigation into Navient regarding its cancellation process for the predatory, for-profit student loans in its portfolio and urging the agencies to hold the student loan servicer accountable for any violations of federal law. The investigation revealed that Navient may be improperly denying thousands of borrowers relief from loans that the company pushed onto students that attended fraudulent for-profit colleges. These loans are eligible for cancellation due to Navient’s own misconduct, and thanks to the Holder Rule, which allows borrowers to raise claims and defenses against a loan holder. But, according to the elected officials, the school misconduct discharge process Navient has set up to cancel these debts is flawed and insufficient. “Navient has admitted it is responsible for canceling ‘all loans that meet the Holder Rule criteria,’ but the convoluted process the company has set up for defrauded borrowers is flawed and may be improperly denying borrowers relief,” wrote the lawmakers. “We urge the CFPB and FTC to investigate this matter and act to ensure that Navient is complying with federal law and providing relief to the defrauded borrowers harmed by its misconduct.” Earlier this year, Senator Warren launched an investigation into Navient and the set of private, predatory student loans it… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-warren-at-hearing-trump-would-have-a-strong-partner-at-the-cfpb-to-enact-his-proposed-10-cap-on-credit-card-interest-rates | ICYMI: Warren at Hearing: Trump Would Have a "Strong Partner at the CFPB" to Enact His Proposed 10% Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | ICYMI: Warren at Hearing: Trump Would Have a "Strong Partner at the CFPB" to Enact His Proposed 10% Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates Trump’s interest rate cap could be enforced by the CFPB to save Americans billions of dollars in interest payments Video of Committee Hearing Washington, D.C. – At a hearing of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) highlighted how the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has worked to bring down credit card prices and can help fulfill President-elect Trump’s promise to cap credit card interest rates at 10%. According to the Federal Reserve, Americans are carrying a record $1.17 trillion in credit card debt. Since the Federal Reserve started tracking credit card interest rates in 1994, credit card companies have steadily increased interest rates to record highs. Even as the Federal Reserve has cut rates, credit card interest rates have remained higher than ever, with average interest rates nearly doubling over the last decade. During the hearing, the Honorable Rohit Chopra, Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, highlighted the CFPB’s accomplishments in helping Americans struggling under the weight of credit card debt, like limiting late fees charged by credit card companies and cracking down on bad actors in the credit card market. Director Chopra emphasized that currently, Americans are paying an extra $25 billion a year in interest rates, compared to 10 years ago. If enacted, Direct Chopra confirmed that the CFPB would partner with President-elect Trump to enforce his plan to cap interest rates at 10%. Senator Warren also thanked Chairman Brown for his years fighting for the dignity of work at the helm of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee. Transcript: Hearing to Examine Consumer Protection, Focusing on Protecting Workers' Money and Fighting for the Dignity of Work Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee December 11, 2024 Senator Warren: Thank you, Mr. Chai… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-escobar-reintroduce-legislation-to-strengthen-military-readiness-adapt-to-climate-change | Warren, Escobar Reintroduce Legislation to Strengthen Military Readiness, Adapt to Climate Change | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Escobar Reintroduce Legislation to Strengthen Military Readiness, Adapt to Climate Change The Defense Department is the largest consumer of fossil fuels on the planet Bill Text (PDF) | Bill Section-by-Section (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Representative Veronica Escobar (D-Texas), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, reintroduced the Department of Defense (DOD) Climate Resilience and Readiness Act to address the Pentagon’s contributions to climate change and to mitigate climate change’s impact on our military readiness. The Department of Defense has long recognized that climate change threatens the nation’s military readiness and coastal infrastructure. Multiple military leaders have testified before Congress to confirm the threat that climate change poses to our national security and strategic interests, as well as confirmed the need to address climate change. To adequately address these risks, serious changes will be required of the Pentagon’s operations and carbon emissions. The Department of Defense Climate Resiliency and Readiness Act would require the DoD to take specific actions to adapt to climate change and improve energy efficiency: Commits the U.S. military to net zero energy in non-operational sources, producing as much renewable energy as total energy consumed, by 2034. Produce a list of military installations that emit the most carbon and an estimate of total energy consumption. Consider the effects of climate change and contractors' energy efficiency performance when considering entering into any contract and give preference to contractors that verifiably use green manufacturing technology. Provide an annual report of the effects of climate change on military readiness, with an estimate of the financial costs of damage to bases and other infrastructure resulting from climate change-related events over the preceding year. Incorporate climate resilience into existing operational strat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-gluesenkamp-perez-take-on-military-contractors-overcharging-us-military-restricting-servicemembers-from-repairing-equipment | Warren, Gluesenkamp Perez Take on Military Contractors Overcharging U.S. Military, Restricting Servicemembers from Repairing Equipment | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Gluesenkamp Perez Take on Military Contractors Overcharging U.S. Military, Restricting Servicemembers from Repairing Equipment New bill would ensure servicemembers have “fair and reasonable” access to repair materials. Bill Text (PDF) | Bill One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-Wash.) introduced the Servicemember Right-to-Repair Act to increase military readiness and cut costs by allowing servicemembers to repair their own equipment. Our military pays Pentagon contractors hundreds of billions of dollars annually to purchase weapons systems and other equipment. However, the equipment is often subject to contractor-imposed restrictions on how servicemembers can diagnose, repair, and maintain their own weapons, leaving servicemembers unable to conduct necessary fixes and beholden to contractors no matter how austere the environment. These restrictions put military readiness at risk and pose concerns about the Pentagon overspending on basic services and equipment. The Navy has been forced to fly contractors to ships at sea to perform simple fixes, Marines in Japan had to send engines back to the U.S. for repairs instead of fixing them on-site, and Marines in a training exercise were forced to choose between voiding their equipment warranty by fixing it or marking the equipment inoperable. The Servicemember Right-to-Repair Act ensures our military will be provided with the tools and materials needed to maintain the equipment it has purchased and directs the Pentagon to use those tools to reduce sustainment costs, improve military readiness, and build servicemember skills needed in possible future austere environments. Specifically, this bill: Requires that each major weapons program’s acquisition strategy includes 3 cost-saving proposals to cut sustainment costs without reducing performance requirements. Mandates a report on cost-saving strategies to enhance transparency. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-huffman-renew-push-to-invest-in-clean-energy | Warren, Huffman Renew Push to Invest in Clean Energy | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Huffman Renew Push to Invest in Clean Energy Bill would make historic investment to help fight the climate crisis, spark green innovation, and boost demand for American-made clean energy products Bill Text | One-Pager Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Representative Jared Huffman (D-Calif.) reintroduced the BUY GREEN Act, legislation to establish $1.5 trillion in federal procurement commitments for our clean energy future. The funds would be used to purchase American-made clean, renewable, and emission-free energy products for federal, state, and local use and to establish grant funding for U.S. companies to invest in clean energy manufacturing. The federal government spends $500 billion annually to purchase goods and services. Many of these products have significant environmental impacts, including transportation equipment, building infrastructure, and electronics. “America needs to invest in clean energy like our future depends on it,” said Senator Warren. “This bill will help grow our green economy and establish America as a world leader in clean energy.” "As we face the urgent challenges of the climate crisis, I'm proud to introduce a bill that represents a transformative step toward a cleaner, more sustainable future," said Representative Huffman. "By investing in supporting American-made clean energy products, we are not only driving the transition to renewable and emission-free energy but also creating opportunities for innovation and good-paying jobs here at home." A 2021 poll showed that 59% of voters support this bill. This strong bipartisan support suggests that our country is ready for us to make big investments to save our planet and build back greener. Specifically, the bill would: Establish a "Clean Energy Fund" at the Department of Energy (DOE) for green procurement by authorizing the DOE to provide funding to federal agencies for clean energy purchases and creating a competitive federal grant program for state, local, and tribal governments to purchas… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-jacobs-lawmakers-reintroduce-legislation-addressing-unsafe-conditions-in-privatized-military-housing | Warren, Jacobs, Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation Addressing Unsafe Conditions in Privatized Military Housing | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Jacobs, Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation Addressing Unsafe Conditions in Privatized Military Housing Private housing companies that serve military families often evade responsibility when they fail to provide adequate housing Bill Text | One-Pager Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Chair of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel, and Representative Sara Jacobs (D-Calif.), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, reintroduced the Military Housing Oversight and Service Member Protection Act, legislation that would comprehensively reform our privatized military housing system in the wake of disturbing reports revealing unsafe and unsanitary conditions. In 1996, Congress established the Military Housing Privatization Initiative (MHPI), which allowed the Department of Defense (DOD) to partner with private sector developers who would own, operate, and maintain military family housing and, in return, have access to federal direct loans, loan guarantees, and other incentives. However, over the past several years, military families have come forward to expose the terrible conditions of privatized military housing—including toxic mold, rodent infestations, and lead-based paint— and raised the serious difficulties they have faced trying to get help with these conditions. “The Department of Defense owes a responsibility to our servicemembers to provide them and their families with safe and sanitary housing," said Senator Warren. "This bill will fundamentally reform a broken system and hold private housing providers accountable for their shameful failures." “Our military families sacrifice so much for us – and the least we can do is ensure their housing is clean, safe, affordable, and meets their needs,” said Congresswoman Sara Jacobs. “While we’ve made progress in addressing inadequate housing across the country, we still have more work ahead to conduct necessary oversight, protect and empower tenants, and demand accountability for unacceptable conditions. Our mili… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/auchincloss-warren-harshbarger-hawley-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-cut-drug-costs-rein-in-pharmacy-benefit-managers-pbms | Auchincloss, Warren, Harshbarger, Hawley, Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Cut Drug Costs, Rein in Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representatives Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) and Diana Harshbarger (R-TN), alongside Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Josh Hawley (R-MO), introduced the Patients Before Monopolies (PBM) Act. The bipartisan, bicameral bill will prohibit joint ownership of PBMs and pharmacies, a gross conflict of interest that enables these companies to enrich themselves at the expense of patients and independent pharmacies. Over the past decade, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) — the middlemen between pharmacies and insurance companies — have morphed into large healthcare conglomerates that exercise control over every link in the prescription drug 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 an 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 Federal Trade Commission (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. “The PBM industry is rife with self-dealing that raises costs for patients and bankrupts independent pharmacists. No PB… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=812ED567-E652-42C8-AF96-CAE0C995435B | Whip Clark Statement on Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez’s Election as Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM-3) on her election as Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus for the 119th Congress. “Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez knows that when women succeed, America succeeds. In her new role as the DWC Chair, she will guide our work to build a more inclusive country, defined by affordable child care, paid family leave, reproductive freedom, and equal pay on the job. I look forward to partnering with Teresa and the entire DWC leadership team to make life easier and more secure for America’s women and families.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/11/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4087/ | Neal Elected Ranking Member of the Ways and Means Committee for the 119th Congress | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Today, Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after being unanimously selected by the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee to continue his service as Ranking Member of the Committee for the 119th Congress: “Delivering immeasurable wins for the American people through the Committee on Ways and Means has been the honor of a lifetime, and my commitment only deepens with the challenges that lie ahead in the 119th Congress. From the Child Tax Credit to lowering health care costs, major retirement savings legislation, the Inflation Reduction Act, oversight of the Trump Administration, and so much more, Ways and Means has gone big for the people under my leadership. “With the President-elect and House Republicans already telegraphing how their only policy proposals will run through the Committee, I am ready to defend our progress, and the programs and institutions people count on every day. The Republican agenda exists to enrich billionaires and big corporations while threatening Social Security and Medicare and socking everyone else with the bill, but Ways and Means Democrats will stop their unpopular proposals in their tracks. “Now is the time to show the American people without a shadow of a doubt who we are and what we stand for—their prosperity and well-being. There’s much to be done in unlocking opportunity and making life more affordable, and I look forward to making it happen under our jurisdiction.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/11/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4092/ | Neal Statement on House Vote of NDAA | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement after voting against passage of H.R. 5009 – Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. “As a long serving member of Congress, and one who is proud to have two military bases in their district, I am appalled that the National Defense Authorization Act has become a political weapon for House Republicans. Since 1961, the NDAA has historically been bipartisan legislation that not only ensures the strength and stability of our military, but also invests in research and development initiatives that address matters of global significance. Commonsense measures like 4.5% pay increase for servicemembers and authorizing projects that benefit the workforce at companies like General Dynamics and Warren Pumps have been a hallmark of the NDAA for decades. “However, House Republicans have once again politicized what has historically been bipartisan legislation by including extremist provisions. Instead of prioritizing initiatives that will support servicemembers and their families, like those at Westover and Barnes, they are choosing to promote a culture war. Ultimately, these political stunts resulted in a bill I could no longer support. With the incoming administration and a new legislative session on the horizon, I implore Republicans to stop playing political games and get back to what the American people elected us to do: the difficult work of legislating. That means supporting our men and women in uniform, not promoting an extremist agenda.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3413 | Trahan Announces $144K in Federal Funding to Support Local Law Enforcement | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) announced a total of $143,806 in federal funding secured to support law enforcement initiatives in Lowell, Lawrence, Haverhill, Fitchburg, and Marlborough. The funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Justice’s Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne JAG) Program. “Police officers across the Commonwealth go to work every day to protect our communities, and they deserve the equipment and support necessary to do their jobs as safely and efficiently as possible,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “As a proud supporter of federal programs like Byrne JAG that deliver funding directly to local police departments, I’m glad to see these awards that will better support officers in our gateway cities. I look forward to continuing my work with local police chiefs and community leaders to identify additional steps we can take to better support our local law enforcement.” Since taking office in 2019, Trahan has consistently supported increased funding for the Byrne JAG program and the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program, the two main initiatives that direct federal funding to local police departments. Last year, Trahan supported legislation containing $924,061,000 in funding for the Byrne JAG program, a $377 million increase from when she first took office, and $664,516,000 for the COPS program, a $321 million increase since 2019. The City of Lowell is receiving $37,617 for the Lowell Police Department to retain a Crime Analyst in the Crime Analysis and Intelligence Unit as well as a Grant Research Analyst and a Program Manager in the Research and Development Unit. “We are grateful to have received this award from the Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program. This funding will directly support our efforts to improve public safety in Lowell,” said Lowell City Manager Thomas A. Golden, Jr. “It’s an important step in ensuring our community remains safe, resilient, and responsive to the needs of all residents.” The City of Lawrence is receivi… | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:45Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-hawley-harshbarger-auchincloss-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-cut-drug-costs-rein-in-pharmacy-benefit-managers-pbms | Warren, Hawley, Harshbarger, Auchincloss Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Cut Drug Costs, Rein in Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Hawley, Harshbarger, Auchincloss Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Cut Drug Costs, Rein in Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) Patients Before Monopolies (PBM) Act will untangle health care middlemen’s dual ownership of pharmacies, limiting expensive conflicts of interest Text of Bill (PDF) | One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. – Today, Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), alongside Representatives Diana Harshbarger (R-Tenn.) and Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.), introduced the Patients Before Monopolies (PBM) Act. The bipartisan, bicameral bill will prohibit joint ownership of PBMs and pharmacies, a gross conflict of interest that enables these companies to enrich themselves at the expense of patients and independent pharmacies. Over the past decade, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) — the middlemen between pharmacies and insurance companies — have morphed into large health care conglomerates that exercise control over every link in the prescription drug delivery chain. Today, the largest health care conglomerates each own a PBM — which pay 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 health care giants. The Patients Before Monopolies (PBM) Act would address this by: Prohibiting a parent company of a PBM or an 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 … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-op-ed-if-trump-really-wants-to-help-working-people-he-wont-kill-this-federal-agency | Warren Op-Ed: If Trump Really Wants to Help Working People He Won’t Kill This Federal Agency | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Op-Ed: If Trump Really Wants to Help Working People He Won’t Kill This Federal Agency “The election made clear that working people want the government to unrig the economy. The CFPB is doing that work — and that’s exactly why these billionaire CEOs don’t want the agency around.” Op-Ed in the Boston Globe Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) published an op-ed in the Boston Globe highlighting how the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has protected working Americans from abusive banks and other businesses. Read the full op-ed here and below: Boston Globe - Senator Elizabeth Warren: If Trump really wants to help working people he won’t kill this federal agency December 11, 2024 The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created to protect regular people from abusive banks and other businesses. Isn’t that what Trump said he wants to do? When a bunch of billionaires tell you they know what’s best for you, hang onto your wallet. Over the past few weeks, Republican politicians and billionaires have come out swinging with lies about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, hoping they can pave the way to “delete” the agency. But if you have a checking account, credit card, mortgage, or student loan, you might want to know what it could mean for you if the CFPB disappears. That’s the dangerous promise of Project 2025. Suppose you take out a car loan with Wells Fargo. Month after month you make your payments, but the bank messes up. Maybe they piled on fees you didn’t owe or charged you the wrong interest rate. On their end, it looks like you’ve fallen behind on your payments, so they repossess your car. Now you can’t get to work or take your kids to school. What are your options? You can’t afford to sue. The police won’t help. Before the CFPB, about all you could do was reach out to the bank’s customer service and beg them to solve the problem, get left on hold, transferred from department to department, and end up nowhere. That was it — until the CFPB. That’s not a hypo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-renews-fight-for-economic-growth-that-benefits-workers | Warren Renews Fight for Economic Growth That Benefits Workers | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Renews Fight for Economic Growth That Benefits Workers Bill Text (PDF) | Bill One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) reintroduced the Accountable Capitalism Act to strengthen employee power and ensure America’s largest corporations pursue growth in a way that helps workers and consumers as well as shareholders. The legislation would help reverse harmful trends from the last 40 years that have encouraged large corporations to focus on short-term gains for a small group CEOs and shareholders over broader stakeholder interests and the long-term health of the workforce and economy. Around 93% of American-held corporate shares are owned by just 10% of our nation’s richest households, while more than 40% of American households hold no shares at all. This means that corporate America’s commitment to “maximizing shareholder return” is a commitment to making the rich even richer, while leaving workers and families behind. The Accountable Capitalism Act would implement the following requirements: Corporations with more than $1 billion in annual revenue must obtain a federal charter as a “United States corporation,” obligating company directors to consider the interests of all corporate stakeholders, including employees and customers, in addition to shareholders. Any corporate political spending must be approved by at least 75% of a corporation’s shareholders and 75% of its Board of Directors, ensuring political expenditures benefit all corporate stakeholders. At least 40% of a company’s Board of Directors must be selected by the corporation’s employees. Directors and officers of United States corporations are prohibited from selling company shares within five years of receiving them or within three years of a company stock buyback. “Workers are a major reason corporate profits are surging, but their salaries have barely moved while corporations' shareholders make out like bandits,” said Senator Warren. “We need to stand up for working people and hold giant companies respo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=FEFD68F6-A01D-4511-9AD4-2C551AB3D43F | Whip Clark Statement on Rep. Greg Casar’s Election as Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Greg Casar (TX-35) on his election as Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus for the 119th Congress. “The son of Mexican immigrants who got his start as a union organizer, justice is Congressman Casar’s north star. He will bring vision, talent, and determination to his tenure leading the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Greg has shown a natural skill for collaboration and leadership as CPC’s whip, and I’m thrilled to see him step into this new role. Congratulations to Greg and the incoming CPC leadership team!” # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://keating.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/keating-kean-ross-lawler-statement-opening-strategic-partnership | KEATING, KEAN, ROSS, LAWLER STATEMENT ON THE OPENING OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND MOLDOVA | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | William R. Keating | K000375 | keating.house.gov | keating | https://keating.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | “We applaud the recent opening of negotiations between the United States and Moldova to upgrade our relationship to a Strategic Partnership. This reflects the strength and durability of the longstanding friendship between our two countries ever since Moldova’s declaration of independence over three decades ago. The Strategic Partnership will demonstrate our comprehensive, bilateral partnership and the shared values of the Moldovan and American people.” “We also congratulate the people of Moldova who recently enshrined the policy of European Union accession into their constitution via a referendum in October. That this referendum passed despite immense Russian election meddling is a testament to the Moldovan people’s commitment to their transatlantic future. It is clear that the Kremlin failed in its attempts to undermine Moldova’s democracy, and we stand with the Moldovan people as they continue on the path of further integration with the West.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://keating.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/keating-kean-statement-recent-developments-georgia | KEATING, KEAN STATEMENT ON RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN GEORGIA | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | William R. Keating | K000375 | keating.house.gov | keating | https://keating.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | “The Georgian government’s recent decision to suspend its EU accession negotiations coupled with the passage of the so-called “foreign agents law” has laid bare what we have long suspected: this government has shown no interest in pursuing the Euro-Atlantic ambitions of its citizens. As the Georgian people have taken to the streets to protest this betrayal of their hopes and dreams, the Georgian government has responded with violent beatings and arrests of protestors, opposition figures, and journalists. We wholeheartedly condemn these actions which undermine Georgia’s prosperous, democratic, and European future. In response to the Georgian government’s actions, we support the suspension of the U.S.-Georgia Strategic Partnership. Further, we believe the U.S. must impose additional targeted financial sanctions and visa restrictions against Georgian officials who undermine democracy in the country and have facilitated the violent crackdown against protesters, civil society, opposition figures, and journalists. These actions are in direct response to the Georgian government’s decisions, which have unsurprisingly received praise from the Kremlin. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/moulton-statement-ndaa-rule-no-vote | Moulton Statement on NDAA Rule "No" Vote | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Seth Moulton | M001196 | moulton.house.gov | moulton | https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | Passing any truly bipartisan bill is incredibly challenging in today’s hyper-polarized Washington, but we have a remarkable record of doing so on the Armed Services Committee. Being an election year, this time took extra effort—on both sides—to get to a final NDAA that eliminated the poison pill amendments that politicize and weaken our military. But despite an agreement to deliver a clean version of the bill, Speaker Johnson injected his conservative partisan politics at the last minute before the bill came to the House floor. Today, I voted against the rule to move the bill forward because I refuse to reward the Speaker for jamming ideological riders into such an important piece of legislation, essentially forcing members to choose between protecting a vulnerable population and paying our troops. This is bad faith policymaking and it sets a terrible precedent for the annual defense bill going forward. This provision plays politics with our nation’s defense. Let me be clear, as a matter of principle, I believe Congress should not be legislating complex medical decisions that are best decided by medical science, doctors, patients, and their families. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/10/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4088/ | Neal Statement on USTR Initiating Section 301 Investigation on Nicaragua | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement on the initiation of an investigation by United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Katherine Tai regarding Nicaragua’s trade practices related to human rights, labor rights, and the rule of law: “Today’s announcement by Ambassador Tai is a huge milestone in our enforcement of trade agreements and a continuation of the unwavering commitment of the Biden-Harris Administration to protecting workers and ensuring fair trade practices. Over the last four years, the Administration and House Democrats have deployed trade policy as a force for good, and this investigation will shine a much-needed light on the disturbing but credible reports of wrongdoing by the Nicaraguan government. Engaging in human and labor rights violations and dismantling the rule of law are unacceptable and threaten to destabilize our region and economy. “The Biden-Harris Administration and House Democrats are committed to fair trade that protects workers and promotes shared prosperity in Central America. The use of Section 301 is an appropriate use of a powerful tool to respond to shocking allegations of labor suppression and gross violations of civil and human rights. Compare that with how the President-elect intends to use trade as a cudgel, threatening universal tariffs on our trading partners, for his own political gain. “On this International Human Rights Day, let me be unequivocal: Democrats are committed to standing up to human rights abuses and will never stop fighting for workers in the United States and abroad.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-lawmakers-blast-dr-oz-for-proposal-to-end-traditional-medicare-call-out-glaring-conflicts-of-interest | Warren, Lawmakers Blast Dr. Oz for Proposal to End Traditional Medicare, Call Out Glaring Conflicts of Interest | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Lawmakers Blast Dr. Oz for Proposal to End Traditional Medicare, Call Out Glaring Conflicts of Interest Trump Nominee to Run Medicare Would Endanger the Program Oz’s proposals would benefit his own investments into giant private health insurers. Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) sent a letter to Dr. Mehmet Oz, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), raising stark concerns about his advocacy to eliminate Traditional Medicare and his deep financial ties to the private health insurers that would benefit from that move. In June 2022, ahead of his campaign for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, Dr. Oz outlined his vision for the Medicare program, in which he advocated to eliminate Traditional Medicare and instead lean on private insurers that run Medicare Advantage, a private health care program that drastically overcharges for care. Non-partisan estimates project that these insurers overcharged CMS $88 billion in 2024 alone, especially through the practice of “upcoding,” in which private insurers exaggerate the health conditions of their enrollees on paper to secure higher payments from CMS – even if enrollees receive no treatment for those conditions. Notably, Dr. Oz has at least $550,000 invested in UnitedHealth Group, the largest private insurer in Medicare Advantage. Under Dr. Oz’s plan, UnitedHealth Group’s revenue from Medicare Advantage would roughly double to $274 billion annually – a glaring conflict of interest. “As CMS Administrator, you would be tasked with overseeing Medicare and ensuring that the tens of millions of seniors that rely on the program receive the care they deserve, including cracking down on abuses by private insurers in Medicare Advantage,” wrote the lawmakers. “The consequences of failure on your part would be grave. Billions of federal health care dollars – and millions… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-sanders-wyden-whitehouse-renew-push-to-protect-americans-sensitive-data-from-greedy-brokers | Warren, Sanders, Wyden, Whitehouse Renew Push to Protect Americans’ Sensitive Data From Greedy Brokers | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Sanders, Wyden, Whitehouse Renew Push to Protect Americans’ Sensitive Data From Greedy Brokers Legislation would ban brokers from selling Americans’ location and health data, rein in giant data brokers, and set some long overdue limits on the industry Millions of Americans' data is collected and sold by data brokers for massive profits Bill Text | One-Pager Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) reintroduced the Health and Location Data Protection Act, legislation banning data brokers from selling Americans’ sensitive personal information. Data gathered by brokers has been used to circumvent the Fourth Amendment, out LGBTQ+ Americans, and stalk and harass individuals. Recently, some brokers have been caught selling the cellphone-based location data of people visiting abortion clinics, risking the safety and security of women seeking basic health care. The $200 billion industry is largely unregulated by federal law. Data brokers gather personal data, such as location data from weather or prayer apps, often without consumers’ consent or knowledge. Brokers sell this data in bulk to virtually any willing buyer, reaping massive profits. These predatory and invasive practices pose real dangers to Americans’ privacy and safety. “Data brokers are raking in giant profits from selling Americans’ most private information – even location tracking data from visits to clinics for reproductive care,” said Senator Warren. “As Republicans ramp up efforts to criminalize abortion, it’s more important than ever to crack down on greedy data brokers and protect Americans’ privacy.” “The ability to buy the information of women who visit abortion clinics and track them back to their homes is everything a repressive right-wing prosecutor could dream of,” Senator Wyden said. “This isn’t hypothetical either: far-right activists have already paid data brokers to target women who visit abortion clinics on their personal electronic… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-statement-on-federal-judge-blocking-kroger-albertsons-merger | Warren Statement on Federal Judge Blocking Kroger-Albertsons Merger | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Statement on Federal Judge Blocking Kroger-Albertsons Merger Washington, D.C. – Today, in response to a federal judge blocking the $25 billion Kroger-Albertsons grocery merger, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) released the following statement: “If you shop at Kroger or Albertsons, the FTC just stopped your grocery prices from surging higher. Kroger has been jacking up your grocery bill already, and it would’ve been even worse if it merged with Albertsons in the biggest supermarket merger in U.S. history. FTC Chair Lina Khan is showing what it looks like for the government to work for working people.” Since Kroger and Albertsons proposed the merger, Senator Warren has expressed concerns about the deal. In October 2022, Senators Warren, Sanders, and Rep. Schakowsky wrote to the FTC urging the agency to reject the proposed merger, and in December 2023, Senator Warren sent a letter urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to oppose the merger, regardless of the companies’ ineffectual proposal to divest a limited number of stores. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=753B3D21-081F-499D-A2A7-47A7506F155F | Whip Clark Statement on Rep. Clarke’s Election as Congressional Black Caucus Chair | 2024-12-09 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Yvette Clarke (NY-9) on her election as Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus for the 119th Congress. “Since her arrival to Congress in 2007, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke has been an ardent advocate for the people of New York and our nation – lending her voice to highlight the challenges faced by workers, women, children, and those too often overlooked in our communities. “At this pivotal point in America’s story, I am grateful to have Yvette at the helm of the CBC to continue its legacy of transformative leadership. I look forward to working with her and the entire CBC team to ensure everyone, in every zip code, can lead the life of dignity, freedom, and justice they deserve.” # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3411 | Congresswoman Trahan Announces 2024 Congressional App Challenge Winners | 2024-12-09 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LOWELL, MA – On Friday, December 6th, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) announced Chelmsford High School students Obinna Onyemauwa, Wilson Ochie, and Kensmyth Taveras as the winners of the Third Congressional District’s annual Congressional App Challenge (CAC). Their app, “Ecosense”, was selected by a local judges from the pool of submissions from middle and high school students who participated in this year’s competition. “Every year, I continue to be amazed by the sheer talent, ingenuity, and technological expertise of students across the Third District who participate in the Congressional App Challenge. It’s truly inspiring to see our young people tackle global challenges using fresh, innovative solutions,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “I’m thrilled to announce this year’s winners, Obinna Onyemauwa, Wilson Ochie, and Kensmyth Taveras, who developed an app that teaches users about their community’s water quality levels and local ecosystems. Thank you to every student who participated in this year’s highly competitive challenge and made it a tough choice for our judges.” The “Ecosense” app provides data on nearby water stations and animal habitats, mapping geographic coordinates to locate species across the country. It tracks and records animals sighted, displays water quality statistics, and compares these to government safety standards. The app includes a collection of animal species names with timestamps for research accuracy and integrates AI-driven image recognition, using Yolo11 and Microsoft Azure, to identify animals captured in photos. Additionally, it pulls data from government databases and incorporates animations to enhance the user experience. “The impact this app has potential to do is vast, from helping local universities with their research, providing information on organism habitats & environmental water quality statistics to helping the everyday person learn about the changes happening to the earth & allowing them to make an informed decision on what they consume.” said Obinna Onyemauwa, Wilso… | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:45Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-castro-casar-urge-military-to-improve-access-to-medical-debt-relief-for-civilian-patients | Warren, Castro, Casar Urge Military to Improve Access to Medical Debt Relief for Civilian Patients | 2024-12-09 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Castro, Casar Urge Military to Improve Access to Medical Debt Relief for Civilian Patients “We are deeply concerned that the proposed rule inappropriately restricts DoD’s authority to waive these fees (debts), as intended by Congress.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), along with Representatives Joaquin Castro (D-Texas) and Greg Casar (D-Texas) wrote to the Defense Health Agency (DHA) urging it to strengthen the proposed Military Health System Modified Payment and Waiver Program (MHS MPWP) rule to limit costs for non-beneficiary civilians - people not covered by a military health care plan - who cannot afford to pay the high costs of treatment at a military hospital. The MHS MPWP establishes a sliding fee scale and “catastrophic fee waiver” for patients not covered by military health care. The lawmakers urged DHA to amend the proposed rule to prioritize using DoD’s authority to waive fees for patients and to require that financial relief options be provided to patients across services, including on invoices upon discharge. The lawmakers specifically want the agency to amend the rule to prioritize the Department of Defense’s (DoD) debt waiver authority, expand debt relief options for civilians, and implement a less bureaucratic process for civilians seeking relief. Civilians often arrive at Military Treatment Facilities (MTF) incapacitated and in need of emergency, life-saving care. Uninsured or underinsured civilians are often taken to MTFs as the closest available option for emergency care and typically do not have any choice to seek more affordable care, leaving them at high risk of medical debt. Civilians treated at MTFs are routinely left with five figure bills and are stuck navigating a complicated debt relief process with often wrong or deceitful information about their right to seek relief. Under a provision secured by Representative Castro in the fiscal year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act, Congress expanded the military’s authority to wa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-slams-inhaler-manufacturer-gsk-for-its-billion-dollar-drug-price-gouging-scheme-harming-millions-of-children | Warren Slams Inhaler Manufacturer GSK for its Billion Dollar Drug Price-Gouging Scheme, Harming Millions of Children | 2024-12-09 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Slams Inhaler Manufacturer GSK for its Billion Dollar Drug Price-Gouging Scheme, Harming Millions of Children GSK withdrew its brand-name inhaler Flovent from the market, replacing it with an “authorized generic” that is four times more expensive GSK’s abusive tactics will cost state Medicaid programs nearly $1 billion this year “Patients, providers, and taxpayers deserve answers for your unconscionable profiteering” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) sent GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) a follow-up letter on its decision to discontinue Flovent HFA, the go-to inhaler for children, and replace it with an authorized generic version of the drug. This comes after new research from John Hopkins University revealed that GSK’s pricing scheme was costing patients, taxpayers, and state Medicaid programs. In March 2024, Senator Warren sent GSK a letter raising concerns about its decision to discontinue Flovent HFA and replace it with a more costly authorized generic version of the drug. The decision appeared to be driven by a loophole that GSK began abusing after Congress lifted the Medicaid rebate cap, forcing manufacturers to increase rebate payments back to the Medicaid program. GSK’s response failed to answer the majority of Senator Warren’s questions regarding pricing decisions for the authorized generic inhaler, which is manufactured by Prasco. Though GSK provided pricing information for Flovent HFA’s net price after rebates and discounts, the company claimed it was impossible for it to provide comparable information for the “authorized generic.” In a new report, researchers from Johns Hopkins University found that GSK’s decision to remove the inhaler will cost state Medicaid programs nearly $1 billion in 2024. By discontinuing Flovent HFA and peddling its own authorized generic, which it claims is cheaper for patients, the company will charge higher prices - and refund less in rebates. GSK will avoid $367.6 million in rebate payments to Medicaid and instead charge Med… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=CDABF326-375B-4037-AECF-E3B759D7E2E3 | Whip Clark Statement on Rep. Meng’s Election as Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair | 2024-12-07 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Grace Meng (NY-8) on her election as Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus for the 119th Congress. “At every turn of her career in Congress, Rep. Grace Meng has fought to expand opportunities for Asian Americans and ensure that the voices of this vibrant, growing community are heard in the halls of power. We have important work ahead as we seek to build economic opportunity and financial stability for every American. I am excited to partner with Chair Meng and the entire CAPAC leadership team on this mission and to empower AANHPI communities nationwide.” # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases?ID=37B21DF4-1A8D-4A87-B98F-E480CFF97164 | Whip Clark Statement on Rep. Brad Schneider’s Election as Chair of the New Democrat Coalition | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Katherine M. Clark | C001101 | katherineclark.house.gov | clark | https://katherineclark.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement congratulating Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10) on his election as Chair of the New Democrat Coalition for the 119th Congress. “Congressman Brad Schneider understands that our most critical job is delivering results to families back home. As Chair of the New Democrat Coalition in the 119th Congress, he will build on the Coalition’s legacy of common sense and action-oriented leadership. “I congratulate Brad on his election and the entire New Dem leadership team, and I am eager to partner together to lower costs for hardworking families and build a future where everyone has a fair shot at success.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/06/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4089/ | Neal Statement on November 2024 Jobs Report | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) November 2024 jobs report: “With another expectation-beating month of job growth, the U.S. economy proves once again its strength and resilience in life’s twists and turns. Let me say it plainly: President Biden, Vice President Harris, Congressional Democrats, and the American people are to thank. Investing directly in workers and their families continues to pay off, and we remain the envy of the world. “The bar is high, and there’s still much more to do in bringing down costs and unlocking opportunity, which only makes the risk of not getting it right even higher. At least 11 billionaires are poised to oversee programs that seniors, children, and people grappling with illness and disability rely on. Slashing the corporate rate even further and raising the cost of everything money can buy with a national sales tax won’t be the answer to the people’s prayers. We have the blueprint for growth and solutions, not personal enrichment and cash grabs, and we can work together to deliver.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/05/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4090/ | Neal and Underwood, Wyden and Shaheen, Jeffries and Schumer Release CBO Findings Detailing Impact on Americans’ Health Insurance Should Enhanced Premium Tax Credits Expire in 2025 | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. U.S. Representatives Richard E. Neal (D-MA), Ranking Member of the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee, and Lauren Underwood (D-IL), with U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Ron Wyden (D-OR), Chair of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, as well as U.S. House of Representatives Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer secured new data from the U.S. Congressional Budget Office (CBO) detailing the impact on Americans’ health insurance should the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits (PTCs) expire at the end of 2025. If Congress does not extend these tax credits, premiums will increase by 7.9 percent and 3.8 million Americans will go uninsured altogether. The full text of the lawmakers’ CBO request can be found here. CBO’s findings released today can be found here. “The Affordable Care Act transformed our health care system, and already this year, Open Enrollment is breaking records with nearly 1 million new consumers selecting coverage for 2025,” said Ranking Member Neal. “Today’s analysis shows that abandoning this life-saving credit is a sure-fire way for President Trump and Republicans to throttle the American people with a sicker, more expensive way of life. Unless they want to raise taxes on workers and families and leave millions uninsured, passing an extension is not negotiable.” “Because of the American Rescue Plan and Inflation Reduction Act, Congressional Democrats were successful in lowering the cost of health care for millions of hardworking taxpayers. The Congressional Budget Office’s report today illustrates the critical need to extend the enhanced ACA tax credits with the fierce urgency of now. We are calling on House and Senate Republicans to partner with us to lower health care costs for American families,” said Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. “Our Health Care Affordability Act provides quality, affordable health care coverage for millions of American families—many of them for the very first time.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-lawmakers-seek-to-protect-victims-from-billionaires-exploiting-the-bankruptcy-system | Warren, Lawmakers Seek to Protect Victims from Billionaires Exploiting the Bankruptcy System | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Lawmakers Seek to Protect Victims from Billionaires Exploiting the Bankruptcy System Following the Supreme Court’s decision clearing the way for opioid victims to hold Sackler family accountable, lawmakers reintroduce bill to stop companies from using bankruptcy to escape accountability for hurting consumers, workers, and families Bill Text (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) reintroduced the Nondebtor Release Prohibition Act to explicitly prohibit the use of non-consensual, non-debtor releases in bankruptcy. This legislation would protect consumers, workers, and families from companies and individuals attempting to exploit the bankruptcy system to evade accountability to victims. The bankruptcy system is designed to give debtors, or individuals or corporations struggling financially, a fresh start. In exchange for receiving the protections of bankruptcy, debtors must disclose details about their finances to the bankruptcy court. But in some cases, non-debtor, or third-party, billionaires and corporations who have not themselves filed for bankruptcy attempt to obtain the protections of bankruptcy, including releases from future liability, even without the consent of victims who would be bound by the releases. This behavior can leave victims of bankrupt corporations, including victims of the opioid epidemic or widespread sexual assault scandals, without a pathway to justice. The Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, attempted to use this mechanism to protect themselves from lawsuits related to the opioid crisis. The Nondebtor Release Prohibition Act would curb that abuse of our bankruptcy system by prohibiting liability releases for non-debtors unless victims affirmatively consent. In June 2024, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Harrington v. Purdue Pharma that the use of non-debtor releases without the consent of claimants is illegal under bankruptcy law. This bill would codify that decision, and goes furt… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-schmitt-introduce-bipartisan-bill-to-encourage-resiliency-competition-in-dod-procurement-of-ai-cloud-computing-tools | Warren, Schmitt Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Encourage Resiliency, Competition in DoD Procurement of AI, Cloud Computing Tools | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Schmitt Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Encourage Resiliency, Competition in DoD Procurement of AI, Cloud Computing Tools New bill offers meaningful guardrails to promote competition, protect national security Text of Bill (PDF) | One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. – Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) introduced the bipartisan Protecting AI and Cloud Competition in Defense Act to ensure that the Department of Defense (DoD)’s procurement of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing tools prioritizes resiliency and competition. The bill offers meaningful regulation to limit Big Tech monopolies from elbowing out competitors in the AI and cloud computing markets. Government contracts play a powerful role in shaping markets. DoD has already awarded $9 billion in contracts to Google, Oracle, Microsoft, and Amazon to build its cloud computing network, and has requested an additional $1.8 billion for AI programs for fiscal year 2025. The Protecting AI and Cloud Competition in Defense Act will ensure that DoD’s new contracts protect competition in the AI and cloud computing markets, instead of giving an unfair advantage to a few big players. The bill also encourages DoD to consider cloud computing services from multiple providers so the agency isn’t locked in by a single tech company, which also limits national security risk. Specifically, the bill would: Require DoD — when contracting with cloud, foundation model, or data infrastructure providers that enter into contracts of $50 million or more with DoD annually — to administer a competitive award process, ensure that the government maintains exclusive rights to access and use of all government data, and consider multi-cloud technology where feasible and advantageous. Require DoD’s Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) to ensure that government data provided for the purpose of development and operation of AI products to DoD will not be disclosed or used without DoD authorization, and such government data, if st… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-warner-shaheen-renew-push-to-hold-equifax-other-credit-reporting-companies-accountable-for-data-breaches | Warren, Warner, Shaheen Renew Push to Hold Equifax, Other Credit Reporting Companies Accountable for Data Breaches | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Warner, Shaheen Renew Push to Hold Equifax, Other Credit Reporting Companies Accountable for Data Breaches Under this legislation, Equifax would have paid at least $1.5 billion in penalties for 2017 data breach Bill Text (PDF) | One-Pager (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Mark Warner (D-Conn.), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), along with Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.), reintroduced the Data Breach Prevention and Compensation Act, to hold credit reporting agencies accountable for data breaches involving consumer data. The 2017 Equifax hack revealed that Credit Reporting Companies (CRCs) collect enormous amounts of sensitive data—including Social Security numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, and driver’s license numbers—from over 145 million Americans. They collect this data in order to profit off of its aggregation, to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars per year. Cybersecurity experts found that this consumer data lacked proper safeguards against hackers. Seven years after that massive data breach, in 2024, consumers are still inadequately protected. The Data Breach Prevention and Compensation Act gives the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) stronger authority over data security at CRCs, imposes strict financial penalties for failing to protect consumer data, and automatically compensates customers for stolen data. This bill would: Impose strict penalties for breaches involving consumer data at credit reporting agencies. Penalties begin at $100 for each customer who had one piece of personal identifying information compromised, with an additional $50 for each additional piece of information compromised per consumer. Ensure robust recovery for affected consumers by requiring the FTC to use 50% of penalties collected to compensate consumers. Establish an Office of Cybersecurity at the FTC that is tasked with annual inspections and supervision of cybersecurity at CRCs. The FTC will report to Congress on areas where it needs to enhance the agency’s a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/12/04/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4091/ | Neal Statement on GAO Report on Cryptocurrency in 401(k) Plans | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released a new report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) on the use of cryptocurrency in employer-sponsored retirement plans. Neal requested the report back in 2022 as many major defined contribution plan providers announced the option to invest in cryptocurrencies and after the Department of Labor cautioned that plan sponsors should exercise extreme care with cryptocurrency. “Defined contribution plans are a key leg in our three-legged retirement savings system, with millions of Americans investing trillions of savings for a secure tomorrow. As markets evolve and new investing vehicles emerge, it is incumbent on the federal government to ensure proper oversight. Today’s report shows there’s more to do to protect American workers and their retirement savings from the volatile, high-risk environment that comes with cryptocurrencies. The crypto market, since it began emerging as a 401(k)-investment option for some retirees and investment firms in 2022, has not been fully subjected to proper oversight and regulation. As a result, as this report outlines, it has brought uniquely high risk to retirees. Americans must be confident that their investments are secure, and do not face unnecessarily high volatility, cybersecurity, and theft risk. “Ways and Means Democrats’ commitment to the American worker is ironclad, and we will continue to ensure their dignity and financial security in retirement. Whether it was through the SECURE Act 2.0, the Butch Lewis Act, or making enhancements to the Saver’s Credit, we have made progress in making it easier for workers to save and plan for a secure retirement. Trump’s Billionaires ‘R’ Us cabinet will go to any length to leverage new markets for their own gain, but Democrats stand ready to fight for the dignity of work and protect Americans financial security.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-warren-statement-on-trump-nominating-billy-long-as-irs-commissioner | Senator Warren Statement on Trump Nominating Billy Long as IRS Commissioner | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Senator Warren Statement on Trump Nominating Billy Long as IRS Commissioner Washington, D.C. – Today, in response to the news that President-elect Donald Trump has named Billy Long to serve as Internal Revenue Service (I.R.S.) Commissioner, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), the incoming top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, released the following statement: “Billy Long’s nomination to lead the I.R.S is bad news for middle-class taxpayers and a win for ultra-wealthy tax cheats. He has zero relevant experience for this critical management role and this pick — along with the unprecedented firing of the current commissioner — should set off alarm bells about the weaponization of the tax agency. If he’s confirmed, taxpayers can expect longer wait times for customer service, a more complicated process to file taxes, and free rein for the rich and powerful to continue rigging the system at the expense of everyone else.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-warren-statement-on-trump-nominating-paul-atkins-as-sec-chair | Senator Warren Statement on Trump Nominating Paul Atkins as SEC Chair | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Senator Warren Statement on Trump Nominating Paul Atkins as SEC Chair Washington, D.C. – Today, in response to the news that President-elect Donald Trump has named Paul Atkins to serve as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), the incoming top Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, released the following statement: “The U.S. stock market is the envy of the world precisely because the SEC promotes safe and transparent markets that protect investors from getting cheated, so I’m concerned about putting at the helm of the SEC a Wall Street lobbyist whose main contribution during the last financial crisis was to protest fines against the giant corporations that defrauded investors. I look forward to meeting with Paul Atkins to ask about his potential conflicts of interest and his commitment to serving the American people.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-bennet-khanna-jayapal-reintroduce-cbo-fair-scoring-act | Warren, Bennet, Khanna, Jayapal Reintroduce CBO FAIR Scoring Act | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Bennet, Khanna, Jayapal Reintroduce CBO FAIR Scoring Act Would allow legislators to formally consider the impacts of bills on people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and design policies that more effectively advance racial and economic equity. Bill Text | One-Pager Washington, D.C. - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) along with Representatives Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) and Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) reintroduced the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Fiscal Analysis by Income and Race (FAIR) Scoring Act. This legislation seeks to provide policymakers with standardized data about the real-world effects of their policies across race and income groups. The CBO is required by law to produce a formal cost estimate – describing how a legislative proposal would affect the federal budget over a 10-year window – for nearly every bill that is approved by a full committee in the House or Senate. While these cost estimates provide insight into the fiscal impact of proposed legislation, lawmakers have limited information about the distributional impacts across racial and income groups. The lack of reliable information about the potential socioeconomic effects of legislation inhibits the understanding of how policies are impacting income gaps and racial disparities, including if the policies are making the disparities worse or improving them. It also undermines lawmakers’ ability to design effective policies that address racial and income inequality and support vulnerable communities. “We must do more to close the wealth gap in America that continues to widen across race and income,” said Senator Warren. “This bill is a first step towards that end by providing lawmakers with the data they need to make informed decisions to advance racial and economic justice in future legislation.” “Our country suffers from enormous income and wealth inequality, and too often legislation fails to account for how policy changes affect all Americans,” said Senator Bennet. “The FAIR Scoring Act … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-if-labor-nominee-chavez-deremer-commits-to-strengthening-unions-shes-a-strong-candidate-for-the-job | Warren: If Labor Nominee Chavez-DeRemer Commits to Strengthening Unions, She’s a “Strong Candidate For The Job” | 2024-12-03 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren: If Labor Nominee Chavez-DeRemer Commits to Strengthening Unions, She’s a “Strong Candidate For The Job” Washington, D.C. – Today, in response to the news that President-elect Donald Trump has named Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer to serve as U.S. Secretary of Labor, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) released the following statement: “I plan to hold President-elect Trump’s feet to the fire for working people, and I look forward to hearing more from Congresswoman Lori Chavez-DeRemer. It’s a big deal that one of the few Republican lawmakers who have endorsed the PRO Act could lead the Department of Labor." “If Chavez-DeRemer commits as labor secretary to strengthen labor unions and promote worker power, she’s a strong candidate for the job. But this nomination is an early test: will Trump stand strong with workers or bow down to his corporate donors and the Republican establishment’s opposition? And if Republican Senators block Trump’s labor nominee for standing with unions, it will show that the party’s support for workers is all talk.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-blumenthal-urge-biden-administration-to-prevent-military-use-against-americans | Warren, Blumenthal Urge Biden Administration to Prevent Military Use Against Americans | 2024-12-02 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Blumenthal Urge Biden Administration to Prevent Military Use Against Americans “It is antithetical to what those in uniform have sworn to protect and defend, and a serious threat to our democratic system’ to weaponize the military to advance the president’s political interests” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) wrote a letter to President Joe Biden and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, urging them to issue a policy directive prohibiting the mobilization of active duty military or federalizing National Guard personnel to be deployed against Americans unless specifically authorized. This comes after President-elect Trump recently indicated that he could invoke the Insurrection Act “on his first day in office.” He has called his political opponents “the enemy from within” and said they “should be very easily handled by — if necessary, by National Guard, or if really necessary, by the military.” When asked to clarify these remarks in late October, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance reiterated that President-elect Trump would use force against Americans. The senators asked for the directive to state the Insurrection Act should be narrowly applied and that the President must consult with Congress to the maximum extent practicable. The senators also point out the urgent need for this policy directive given questions raised by the U.S. Supreme Court’s Trump v. United States decision, which significantly expanded presidential immunity for official acts. “Given the disagreement amongst scholars on the serious implications of the recent Supreme Court decision, it is reasonable to assume that service members, other DoD personnel, and the broader military community may not be aware of or fully understand their rights and responsibilities,” wrote the senators. “If unaddressed, any ambiguity on the lawful use of military force, coupled with President-elect Trump’s demonstrated intent to utilize the military in such dangerous and unpreced… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-representative-jake-auchincloss-healey-driscoll-administration-mbta-and-newton-mayor-fuller-celebrate-commitment-to-rebuild-newtonville-station | U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss, Healey-Driscoll Administration, MBTA, and Newton Mayor Fuller Celebrate Commitment to Rebuild Newtonville Station | 2024-11-25 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Newton, MA – Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss, the Healey-Driscoll Administration, MBTA, Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, and state and local leaders celebrated a commitment to rebuild Newtonville Station. The station is to become the first fully ADA-accessible commuter rail station in Newton. "This upgrade helps commuters, supports affordable housing, and advances the goal of regional rail,” said Representative Jake Auchincloss (MA-04). “The $7 million in Community Project Funding my office secured to improve Newton’s commuter rail will help kickstart a virtuous cycle of better service and increased ridership.” "We're proud to be delivering a new and modernized Newtonville Station that will make commuter rail service safer and more reliable, enhance accessibility, and improve quality of life for our residents,” said Governor Healey. “This commitment is an important step forward in our goal to improve transportation infrastructure across the state. I’m grateful for the strong leadership of Secretary Tibbits-Nutt, General Manager Eng, Congressman Auchincloss, Mayor Fuller and all of the residents, legislators, and advocates who have been working so hard for so long to make this possible.” “Residents in Newton deserve modern, user-friendly and accessible transportation infrastructure. The Newtonville Station project is a great example of the results we can deliver when local, state, and federal government work together,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “These improvements will make people’s daily travel routines more consistent, improve connectivity between our communities and provide the infrastructure we need to encourage more housing.” “The MBTA system is now more accessible than ever, and we are going to keep that forward momentum going,” said Transportation Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt. “The Healey-Driscoll Administration is committed to building a transportation network which is fully accessible to everyone, and improvements at Newtonville Station will help get us there. We have already completed … | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:32:33Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-reps-auchincloss-boyle-and-lawler-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-to-designate-november-2024-as-lung-cancer-awareness-month | U.S. Reps. Auchincloss, Boyle, and Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Designate November 2024 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month | 2024-11-22 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representatives Jake Auchincloss (D-MA), Brendan F. Boyle (D-PA), and Mike Lawler (R-NY) introduced a bipartisan resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to designate November 2024 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The initiative aims to draw attention to the importance of prevention, early detection, and research to curb lung cancer, which remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. In the United States Senate, the resolution is led by Senator Tina Smith (D-MN). “Lung-cancer screening saves lives. The difference between early and late detection of a tumor is often a matter of life and death,” said Rep. Auchincloss. “Washington needs to do more to advance awareness of screening and to support research and clinical care.” "Lung cancer impacts families and communities across the country. This resolution is an important step in raising awareness, encouraging preventative measures, and supporting groundbreaking research to save lives," said Rep. Boyle. "By coming together, we can ensure more Americans have access to the tools and resources needed to combat this devastating disease." “Lung cancer is the deadliest and one of the most common forms of cancer,” said Rep. Lawler. “We simply must do more to raise awareness and combat this deadly disease. That’s why I’m joining Congressman Brendan Boyle in introducing a bipartisan resolution recognizing November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. One life lost to lung cancer is too many. Together, we can build a future where the devastation of lung cancer is no more.” The resolution highlights the need to increase public awareness campaigns, expand access to screening programs, and invest in life-saving research through federal agencies like the National Institutes of Health (NIH). ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:32:33Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-representative-jake-auchincloss-announces-launch-of-pro-housing-yimby-caucus-to-tackle-affordable-housing-shortage | U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss Announces Launch of Pro-Housing “YIMBY” Caucus to Tackle Affordable Housing Shortage | 2024-11-21 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss Announces Launch of Pro-Housing “YIMBY” Caucus to Tackle Affordable Housing Shortage Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Scott Peters (CA-50), Robert Garcia (CA-42), Marc Molinaro (NY-19), Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), and Chuck Edwards (NC-11) announced the launch of the pro-housing “Yes In My Back Yard” (YIMBY) Caucus to promote the development of housing nationwide. The YIMBY movement focuses on encouraging new housing development, removing barriers to the construction of new homes, and investing in the infrastructure needed to unlock more affordable and walkable neighborhoods nationwide. The U.S. housing supply shortage, which sits between 4 and 7 million units, deprives young Americans of a strong start, pushes Americans into homelessness, and squeezes seniors on a fixed income. The co-chairs of this caucus will work to address these challenges at the federal level and convene regularly with local and state leaders who determine the bulk of housing policy. “The cost of housing is the greatest economic challenge facing Massachusetts. The answer: build more housing,” said Rep. Auchincloss. “At all levels of government, Americans need permitting & land use reforms that unlock more housing production.” “San Diego is consistently one of the most expensive places to live in the country, and far too many people in our community cannot afford a home or are pushed into homelessness,” said Rep. Peters. “Back in 2018, I was one of the founding members of the San Diego Democratic YIMBY Club when it was a fledgling movement, and I am honored to be a founding Co-Chair of this effort in Congress. This caucus will be essential for fostering pro-housing growth policies that lower costs, help people achieve the dream of home ownership, and create vibrant, walkable, and transit-connected communities.” “The cost of rent is far too high. We must act to expand affordable housing options,” said Rep. Garcia. “This is a long-term, str… | 1 | 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z | 2026-06-27T22:32:33Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-jake-auchincloss-addresses-veterans-in-foxborough-and-swansea-for-veterans-day | Congressman Jake Auchincloss Addresses Veterans in Foxborough and Swansea for Veterans Day | 2024-11-11 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Newton, MA - U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) honored Bay State veterans in Foxborough and Swansea for Veterans Day. Rep. Auchincloss began the day at the Foxborough Veterans Day Ceremony at Foxborough High School. He then took part in the Swansea Veterans Day Ceremony on the Veterans Memorial Green. At both events, Rep. Auchincloss honored the sacrifice of his fellow veterans and their devotion to the Constitution. “Today, we are grateful to our veterans, not just for their courage in combat but also for their honor in peace,” said Congressman Jake Auchincloss. “As I nominate the next generation of officers to the service academies, I am impressed and gratified by their proficiency and patriotism. When I speak to these young men and women, I tell them to draw inspiration and take example from the veterans we honor today, who fought fiercely for freedom and never forgot their loyalty to the Constitution and to this republic of laws.” Photos from both events can be found here. Congressman Jake Auchincloss is a 36-year-old Democrat and former Marine officer who commanded infantry in Afghanistan & counter-narcotics special operations in Panama. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases/-rep-jake-auchincloss-and-jewish-congressional-colleagues-condemn-antisemitic-pogrom-in-amsterdam | Rep. Jake Auchincloss and Jewish Congressional Colleagues Condemn Antisemitic Pogrom in Amsterdam | 2024-11-08 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Jake Auchincloss | A000148 | auchincloss.house.gov | auchincloss | https://auchincloss.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C.— The following statement is signed by Representatives Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Brad Sherman (CA-32), Brad Schneider (IL-10), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Dan Goldman (NY-10), Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Greg Landsman (OH-01), Seth Magaziner (RI-02), Elissa Slotkin (MI-07), Steve Cohen (TN-09), David Kustoff (TN-08), Lois Frankel (FL-22), and Debbie Wasserman-Schultz (FL-25). On the eve of the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht, we are outraged to witness a modern-day pogrom unfold on the streets of Amsterdam. What should have been a normal evening of fans enjoying a soccer game quickly turned into a night of horror as Israeli and Jewish fans of the Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team were ambushed by a violent, antisemitic mob. Over several hours, dozens of Jews and Israelis were severely injured after antisemitic mobs hunted them down, beat them, attacked them with knives, ran them over with cars, and even threw them into the river. Let’s be clear, these people were targeted because they are Jewish. What we witnessed last night is horrific but not unpredictable – it is the culmination of the failure to name and confront antisemitism, especially when disguised as anti-Israel sentiment. For years, European nations have failed to address this problem. From France’s highest court ruling that Sarah Halimi’s murderer would not face trial, to the defacement of Anne Frank’s monument in Amsterdam, to the normalization of Holocaust denial through inversion and false equivalencies, countries across Europe are failing to meet this moment and confront antisemitism head on. We urge Dutch authorities to arrest all those who participated in these heinous acts of antisemitic violence and act swiftly to prosecute them to the fullest extent of the law. We support Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism Deborah Lipstadt’s call for the Netherlands to conduct a thorough investigation as to why it took police hours to break up the pogrom and protect Israeli and Jewish victims of these attacks.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-op-ed-in-time-the-plan-to-fight-back | Warren Op-Ed in TIME: The Plan to Fight Back | 2024-11-08 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Op-Ed in TIME: The Plan to Fight Back “Americans do not want a country where political parties each field their own team of billionaires who then squabble over how to divvy up the spoils of government.” “(I)f Democrats want to earn back the trust of working people and govern again, we need to convince voters we can—and will—unrig the economy.” Op-Ed in TIME Magazine Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) published an op-ed in TIME Magazine laying out what Democrats must learn from President-elect Trump’s win and how we can fight back to earn the trust of Americans. Read the full op-ed here and below: TIME Magazine – Sen. Elizabeth Warren: Here's the Plan to Fight Back November 7, 2024 To everyone who feels like their heart has been ripped out of their chest, I feel the same. To everyone who is afraid of what happens next, I share your fears. But what we do next is important, and I need you in this fight with me. As we confront a second Donald Trump presidency, we have two tasks ahead. First, try to learn from what happened. And then, make a plan. Many political experts and D.C. insiders are already blaming President Joe Biden’s economic agenda for Vice President Kamala Harris’ loss. This does not stand up to scrutiny. Even though the Biden economy produced strong economic growth while reining in inflation, incumbent parties across the globe have been tossed out by voters after the pandemic. American voters also showed support for Democratic economic policies, for example, approving ballot initiatives to raise the minimum wage in Alaska and to guarantee paid sick leave in Missouri. But good economic policies do not erase painful underlying truths about our country. For my entire career, I’ve studied how the system is rigged against working-class families. On paper, the U.S. economy is the strongest in the world. But working families are struggling with big expenses like the cost of housing, health care, and childcare. Giant corporations get tax breaks and favorable rules while… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:02:12Z |
| https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/congressman-moulton-host-10th-annual-vets-town-hall-veterans-day-marblehead | Congressman Moulton to Host 10th Annual Vets Town Hall on Veterans Day in Marblehead | 2024-11-07 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Seth Moulton | M001196 | moulton.house.gov | moulton | https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | MARBLEHEAD, MA – Congressman Seth Moulton will host his 10th annual Vets Town Hall at 1pm on Monday, November 11th, in Marblehead. Congressman Moulton hosted the first Veterans Town Hall in Marblehead in 2015. The idea, conceived by author Sebastian Junger, was simple but powerful: to provide a forum for veterans to share the pride, grief, or quiet appreciation of life that war bestowed upon them and for non-veterans to listen and to learn. Since then, Vets Town Halls have become a growing nationwide movement. A Vets Town Hall is a platform for veterans to share their stories of service and sacrifice with their communities. At this event, veterans of any era, who served in any capacity, are invited to stand before their neighbors and friends to share a story or experience from during or after their service. Non-veterans are encouraged to attend the event, to listen, and to connect with the veterans in their community. Congressman Moulton will give remarks and share a story from his service as a Marine. A number of other guest speakers from the community will share their stories at the event, and there will be an opportunity for veterans in the audience to do the same. DETAILS: WHAT: Veterans Town Hall hosted by Congressman Seth Moulton WHERE: Abbot Hall, 188 Washington St, Marblehead, MA 01945 WHEN: 1pm on Monday, November 11th, 2024 Congressman Moulton is also available for interviews about the Vets Town Hall ahead of event and on-site on Monday. Please contact Sydney Simon (sydney.simon@mail.house.gov) with any questions. #### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3375 | Trahan Statement on the 2024 Election | 2024-11-06 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LOWELL, MA – Today, House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC) Co-Chair Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement regarding the results of the 2024 election: “The results of last night’s election were certainly not what we hoped for. As votes continue to be counted, our commitment to our Democracy must remain unbreakable. As Democrats, we respect the voices of the American people, even when the results are difficult, and we are committed to upholding the integrity of our elections.” “As we await the final vote counts in several key battleground House races, the stakes remain high. Control of the House of Representatives hinges on these races, and every vote is critical in shaping the direction of our country for the next two years. We are committed to ensuring that every vote is counted, and we will be watching closely as these races are decided.” “No matter the outcome in Washington, the work we’ve done here in Massachusetts remains essential. We must continue to protect the progress we’ve fought for – on health care, education, women’s rights, and more – and uphold the values that make our Commonwealth a beacon of hope and opportunity for so many. This fight is far too important and, despite this setback, far from finished.” ### | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:43Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-hickenlooper-call-on-fed-to-deliver-bigger-rate-cut-to-protect-the-economy-and-provide-relief-for-american-families | Warren, Hickenlooper Call on Fed to Deliver Bigger Rate Cut to Protect the Economy and Provide Relief for American Families | 2024-11-04 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Hickenlooper Call on Fed to Deliver Bigger Rate Cut to Protect the Economy and Provide Relief for American Families With new inflation data showing inflation nearly at Fed’s target, Senators call for .5% cut “If the Fed moves forward with more rate cuts, housing prices and mortgage rates would thus also likely drop, allowing more families to achieve the American dream.” Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – Ahead of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed; the Board) November Federal Open Market Committee meeting, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.) urged Fed to deliver a 50 basis point (.50%; each basis point is one hundredth of a percent) cut to the federal funds rate. After months of calling on the Fed to cut the federal funds rate, the Board finally lowered it by 50 basis points in September, the first cut since 2020. The Fed explained: “[t]he Committee has gained greater confidence that inflation is moving sustainably toward 2 percent, and judges that the risks to achieving its employment and inflation goals are roughly in balance.” Recent economic data shows that inflation has fallen to 2.1 percent, the lowest since February of 2021. There is no need for restrictive interest rates given this inflation data. Even as the economy remains strong, the demand for workers may be waning due to the Fed’s restrictive monetary policy. New statistics from the Department of Labor indicate that unemployment claims fell while the number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits rose, suggesting unemployed people are having a more difficult time landing jobs. The Senators noted that borrowing costs, and in turn housing costs, are still too high. Lowering interest rates is key to unlocking more supply: rate cuts will lower the cost of capital, which would help tackle inflation by spurring more housing construction and consequently lowering housing prices. However, the Fed’s high interest rates have suppressed housing construction for years. “If the Fed moves forward with more ra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:02:12Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-schiff-lawmakers-call-for-probe-of-albertsons-and-other-giant-grocery-chains-for-false-advertising | Warren, Schiff, Lawmakers Call for Probe of Albertsons and Other Giant Grocery Chains for False Advertising | 2024-11-04 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Schiff, Lawmakers Call for Probe of Albertsons and Other Giant Grocery Chains for False Advertising Grocery giants ripped off customers with inaccurate labels, charged higher prices than advertised. “All U.S. customers should be protected from predatory pricing,” write lawmakers Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Congressman Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) led their colleagues in writing to Chair of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Lina Khan, and Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Thomas Vilsack, urging them to investigate Albertsons and other major grocery chains for predatory practices that could have violated federal laws. In October 2024, California District Attorneys reached a nearly $4 million settlement with grocery chain Albertsons and its subsidiaries Safeway and Vons to resolve allegations that the companies engaged in “false advertising and unfair competition.” Specifically, the grocers “unlawfully charged customers prices higher than their lowest advertised or posted price” and overcharged customers by placing “inaccurate weights on the labels of their products.” For example, while their products were supposed to be sold based on an item’s net weight, they would wrongfully overcharge customers by including the weight of the packaging in the cost. “Albertsons is one of the largest food retailers in the United States, boasting over 2,200 stores across the country. This settlement covers the 589 Albertsons stores in California, but all U.S. customers should be protected from predatory pricing,” wrote the lawmakers. “To ensure that no Albertsons stores are overcharging customers for essential groceries, we urge the FTC and U.S. Department of Agriculture to investigate whether any other Albertsons stores or other major grocery chains have committed similar wrongdoing and, if necessary, hold the responsible parties accountable.” The lawmakers request comes as large grocery companies have doubled down on using their significant market … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:02:12Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-senators-blast-mohela-for-abusing-borrowers-with-potentially-illegal-exploitative-terms-of-use | Warren, Senators Blast MOHELA for Abusing Borrowers with Potentially Illegal, Exploitative Terms of Use | 2024-11-04 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, Senators Blast MOHELA for Abusing Borrowers with Potentially Illegal, Exploitative Terms of Use MOHELA Forces Borrowers to Accept Terms to Use Website, Depriving Them of Their Rights Letter follows U.S. Department of Education’s recent notice to MOHELA about servicing failures and potential contract violations Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) wrote to the Executive Director and CEO of Higher Education Loan Authority of the State of Missouri (MOHELA), laying into the company for locking over eight million student loan borrowers into an abusive “terms of use” agreement that attempts to restrict their legal rights and absolves MOHELA of liability for outrageous misbehavior. “Under its website’s Terms of Use, MOHELA disclaims its responsibility to provide borrowers with accurate information on their student loans, forces borrowers to waive their right to hold MOHELA accountable for harm created by MOHELA’s errors, and imposes troubling restrictions on borrowers’ ability to share basic information about their student loans,” wrote the senators. MOHELA requires all borrowers that sign up for account access through their website to acknowledge that they agree with the Terms of Use. But these terms state that MOHELA “makes no warranty or guaranty that the website or the content of [the] website…will be accurate or reliable,” directly undermining MOHELA’s core responsibility as a federal student loan servicer to provide accurate information to borrowers about their student loans. Other provisions attempt to deprive borrowers of the means to hold MOHELA legally accountable for its failures, no matter what harms borrowers actually experience, and even prohibit borrowers from sharing website content – something borrowers often must do to get advice on their student loans. “The exploitative nature of MOHELA’s Terms of Use is particularly insidious because borrowers do not have th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:02:12Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/11/01/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4077/ | Neal Statement on October 2024 Jobs Report | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Springfield, MA Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) October 2024 jobs report: “In the past month, with a dispute at the ports, several labor strikes, and hurricanes hitting our communities, the resiliency of our economy was tested and proven. Under the leadership of the Biden-Harris Administration, the ports reopened, help is making it to those impacted, and our economy remains the envy of the world. There is work to be done, but a low-unemployment, low-inflation economy is what happens when you have the backs of working people. “Democrats are investing in the middle class and creating an economy that weathers the challenges of the moment. By implementing policies over the last four years that uplifted working people, Democrats ensured that even in times of volatility, the floor will not fall out from underneath middle-class families. People-centered policies are the only way forward. Lowering costs, rewarding work over wealth, holding corporations responsible for price-gouging, and expanding opportunity through paid family and medical leave is our blueprint, and it comes straight from the mouths of the people. “The American people are strong and refuse to be slowed down. They deserve leadership that will build on our progress through a new way forward and abandon the failed agenda of chaos, conspiracies, and cuts. That’s what Democrats have delivered, and what we are ready to do again.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/11/01/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4079/ | Neal Statement on Butch Lewis Receiving the Presidential Citizens Medal | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Springfield, MA Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after President Biden posthumously awarded Butch Lewis with a Presidential Citizens Medal: “Today, President Biden rightfully recognized changemakers, Rita and Butch Lewis, for their exemplary service and advocacy to their fellow pensioners and the nation. The high honor of the Presidential Citizens Medal is reserved for those who have fought the odds against some of life’s most persistent problems for the good of their neighbors and community. The middle class built America, and our unions built the middle class, and folks like Rita and Butch made sure that wasn’t forgotten. I’ll never forget the first time they both stepped into my office, and put a face to a crisis known by too many of our workers. They were tenacious partners in getting the legislative solution, aptly named after Butch, into law, and now, 1.2 million pensioners sleep easier knowing their life’s work has been protected. “Rita and Butch, we are a grateful nation for your service.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3374 | Trahan Applauds Release of $145 Million in Federal Home Heating Assistance for Massachusetts Families | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) applauded the release of $144,809,942 in federal home heating assistance funding for Massachusetts households through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Yesterday’s release from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) follows Trahan’s advocacy this week urging the immediate release of LIHEAP funds to help families across the country as temperatures drop. “More than 100,000 familiesacross the Commonwealth depend on LIHEAP funding to keep their homes warm during the winter. This timely disbursement of federal home heating assistance from the Biden-Harris administration will be welcome news for those worried about being forced to choose between paying their utility bill and putting food on the table. I look forward to working with our community advocacy agencies to make sure eligible families get the assistance they need,” said Congresswoman Trahan. Massachusetts was awarded a total of $144,809,942, a $1 million increase from last year, to assist low-income families ahead of the winter season. This includes: $135,117,490 from the regular LIHEAP block grant funding $9,692,452 in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Both homeowners and renters are eligible for home heating assistance funds, which are distributed using state specific income thresholds. In Massachusetts, LIHEAP eligibility is determined by 60 percent of the estimated state median income, and household estimates for this year include: One-person household: $49,196 Two-person household: $64,333 Three-person household: $79,470 Four-person household: $94,608 To assist households seeking to determine their eligibility for LIHEAP funding, HHS offers a tool in English, Spanish, traditional Chinese, and simplified Chinese. While federal investments in LIHEAP were increased by passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the program continues to be underfunded, with just one in five eligible households currently receiving assistance. Last year, Trahan … | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:43Z |
| https://neal.house.gov/2024/10/31/news-documentsingle-aspx-documentid-4050/ | Neal, Koziol Highlight Rail Investments Following Latest Federal Funding Announcement | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | MA | Richard E. Neal | N000015 | neal.house.gov | neal | https://neal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Springfield, MA Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal joined Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) West-East Rail Director Andy Koziol to highlight the substantial federal and state investments made in Compass Rail, including West-East Rail, following the latest $36.8 million CRISI grant awarded by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). This announcement comes one year after Congressman Neal joined Governor Healey to announce a $108 million CRISI grant to support West-East Rail, the third largest award in the nation for FY2022. This funding will facilitate two additional daily round trips between Springfield and Boston and support infrastructure improvements that will increase train speeds, allowing one trip to be completed in under two hours. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), which was drafted in the House Ways and Means Committee under Congressman Neal’s chairmanship, marked the nation’s largest investment in infrastructure in more than six decades and more than tripled the funding for the CRISI program. “Throughout my career, I was steadfast in my belief that Springfield Union Station would not meet the wrecking ball. Since its reopening, the investments that have been made in passenger rail have been extraordinary. Today, we celebrate another one of those investments, one that brings us one step closer to making West-East Rail a reality,” said Congressman Neal. “I take great satisfaction knowing that Massachusetts continues to be a great benefactor of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, much of which was drafted in the House Ways and Means Committee under my chairmanship. With the substantial progress that has been made with West-East Rail, the Commonwealth is well positioned to pursue additional funding for years to come.” Promising to rehabilitate and reopen Springfield Union Station during his campaign for City Council in 1977, Congressman Neal secured more than $75 million to support the $103 million redevelopment of Springfield Union Station. The station officially reopened on J… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3373 | Trahan Leads 15 House Members Urging Immediate Release of Federal Home Heating Assistance | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | MA | Lori Trahan | T000482 | trahan.house.gov | trahan | https://trahan.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | LOWELL, MA – Yesterday, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) led 15 House members in writing to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) requesting the immediate release of Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding to help families heat their homes in the coming weeks. “As you well know, LIHEAP helps households unable to afford to heat their homes in the winter and cool their homes in the summer, providing assistance to at-risk seniors and families. In Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23), more than five million households across the country relied on critical heating assistance from the LIHEAP program,” the lawmakers wrote. “For LIHEAP recipients, this funding is a lifeline, helping prevent them from having to make an impossible choice between staying warm and putting food on the table or affording their medications.” In Fiscal Year 2024, the LIHEAP program distributed a total of more than $4 billion in home heating and energy assistance to millions of families across the United States, including $143,775,713 in funding for Massachusetts households. Both homeowners and renters are eligible for home heating assistance funds, which are distributed using state specific income thresholds, usually less than 150 percent of the federal poverty guideline or less than 60 percent of their state’s median income. “With the winter months rapidly approaching, releasing the highest amount of funding from the recent government funding package is critically needed to address the growing number of households unable to pay their energy bills,” the lawmakers continued. To assist households seeking to determine their eligibility for LIHEAP funding, HHS offers a tool in English, Spanish, traditional Chinese, and simplified Chinese for households to quickly check their eligibility. In Massachusetts, LIHEAP eligibility is determined by 60 percent of the estimated state median income, and household estimates for this year include: One-person household: $49,196 Two-person household: $64,333 Three-person household: $… | 1 | 2026-04-06T14:24:52Z | 2026-04-06T15:55:42Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/11/25/2024/warren-drops-new-report-on-how-biden-harris-admin-and-congressional-democrats-saved-over-12-million-teamsters-and-other-union-pensions | Warren Drops New Report on How Biden-Harris Admin and Congressional Democrats Saved Over 1.2 Million Teamsters’ and Other Union Pensions | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren Drops New Report on How Biden-Harris Admin and Congressional Democrats Saved Over 1.2 Million Teamsters’ and Other Union Pensions New data from White House reveals that in Massachusetts alone, 35,000 union workers' pensions were saved. “Democrats will continue to fight to ensure all Americans can count on a secure retirement, including the benefits they have earned, from pensions to Social Security.” Report - Promises Made, Promises Kept: How Congressional Democrats and the Biden-Harris Administration Saved Over 1.2 Million Workers’ Pensions from Cuts (PDF) Boston, MA – U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) released a report detailing how the Biden-Harris administration, along with Congressional Democrats, saved the pensions of over 1.2 million Teamsters and other union members. In Massachusetts alone, 35,000 workers and retirees have benefited from the pension protections championed by Senator Warren and included in ARPA. In 2017, it became clear that union multiemployer pension plans (MPPs) for over a million workers were at risk of becoming insolvent due to problems stemming from the 2008 financial crisis and later exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, pension benefits could have been slashed by up to 98%. The Trump administration, with a Republican Congress, took no action to save the pensions. Instead, Senators Warren and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) introduced the Butch Lewis Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act to save these pension funds without cutting benefits. In 2021, the Biden-Harris administration and Congressional Democrats passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA), a relief package created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which included the Butch Lewis Act, securing the retirement benefits of union workers and retirees in MPP funds for 30 years without cutting the earned benefits of participants and beneficiaries ARPA provided a $68 billion investment to save the pensions of over 1.2 million union workers and retirees across America through 2051, with no cuts to… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:55:29Z |
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/warren-ma-lawmakers-defend-restored-chandra-funding-and-request-information-on-the-potential-scientific-damage-caused-by-future-funding-cuts-for-the-sole-us-x-ray-telescope | Warren, MA Lawmakers Defend Restored Chandra Funding and Request Information on the Potential Scientific Damage Caused by Future Funding Cuts for the Sole U.S. X-Ray Telescope | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | warren | https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases | scraper | Warren, MA Lawmakers Defend Restored Chandra Funding and Request Information on the Potential Scientific Damage Caused by Future Funding Cuts for the Sole U.S. X-Ray Telescope Following concerns by MA lawmakers, NASA restored funding for the telescope Future funding cuts could cede telescope leadership to Europe, Japan, or China Text of Letter (PDF) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Ed Markey (D-Mass.), along with Representatives Jim McGovern (D-Mass.), Stephen Lynch (D-Mass.), Seth Moulton (D-Mass.), and Lori Trahan (D-Mass.) wrote to the Chandra X-Ray Center (Chandra), funded by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), with concerns over the telescope’s long-term funding plans. NASA’s FY 2025 budget proposal slashed funding for the Chandra telescope project by tens of millions of dollars, effectively shutting the project down and leaving the U.S. without an X-ray telescope. Following concerns raised by Senators Warren, Markey, and Whitehouse, as well as Representatives Moulton, McGovern, Trahan, Lynch, DelBene, and Auchincloss, NASA restored funding for the program. The Chandra telescope was launched in 1999 and continues to provide essential, rare data that helps maintain the United States’ lead in astronomy and astrophysics. Chandra provides insight into the universe that would not be possible with Earth-based telescopes. The program supports around 200 jobs, including 130 telescope staff and 60 support staff, postdocs, and students with X-ray-specific skills. In a conference survey, 60 percent of the U.S. X-ray experts report they would leave the United States if Chandra was eliminated, which could risk ceding U.S. leadership in X-ray astronomy to Europe, Japan, or China. In the last few months, NASA officials assured Congress and Chandra staff that the agency would restore Chandra’s fiscal year 2025 funding, keeping the telescope fully operational for an additional year. However, NASA has not released plans to keep Chandra funded until a replacement is … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:55:29Z |
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