url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-works-protect-taxpayer-dollars-leads-call-investigation-ppp-and-eidl-fraud,"Rosen Works to Protect Taxpayer Dollars, Leads Call for Investigation into PPP and EIDL Fraud",2020-12-29,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship, led a group of her Senate Small Business Committee colleagues in a letter to U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Jovita Carranza. In the letter, the Senators express concern over the SBA's reluctance to share crucial Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) data with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the SBA Office of Inspector General (OIG) necessary for the oversight agencies to conduct an accurate analysis of SBA emergency loan programs and investigate fraudulent activity. As workers and small businesses continue to struggle during the COVID-19 pandemic, and as the SBA works to administer its emergency loan programs recently replenished by Congress to provide much-needed relief, we must protect taxpayer dollars by ensuring that the SBA has the tools necessary to combat fraud, waste, and abuse. With that in mind, we urge you to fully cooperate with all past, current, and future GAO and SBA OIG data requests, wrote the Senators. BACKGROUND: In addition to Senator Rosen, Senators Ed Markey (D-MA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), and Cory Booker (D-NJ) signed the letter. The full text of the letter can be found here and below: Dear Administrator Carranza: We write to express concern about the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) reluctance to share crucial Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) data with the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and SBA Office of Inspector General (OIG). In order for GAO and SBA OIG to conduct an accurate and thorough analysis of SBA emergency loan programs, we urge the SBA to comply with all loan data requests and fully cooperate with any future requests so that oversight agencies can effectively investigate potential fraud and ensure accountability of SBA's use of taxpayer funds. As part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which created the PPP and expanded the EIDL program, providing much-needed relief for our nation's small businesses. In June 2020, the GAO released a report that found that the SBA's Paycheck Protection Program lacked safeguards and had insufficient guidance and oversight to prevent the misuse or improper receipt of loans. Additionally, on October 28, 2020, the SBA's Inspector General released a report that found billions of dollars of potentially fraudulent EIDL loans and grants. The American people deserve transparency and accountability from our federal agencies, especially when taxpayer dollars are being utilized to fund relief programs. Every dollar diverted for fraudulent purposes is a dollar that cannot help a small business in need. Despite this, initially the SBA only released partial loan data on PPP borrowers with loans of $150,000 or more. SBA also did not disclose the full loan data needed to give the public full accounting, and still have not done so. In fact, on a national call between SBA and the SBA OIG, the SBA OIG expressed frustration about not being able to access information from the SBA's Office of Disaster Assistance to investigate fraud. While we are pleased that the SBA complied with a recent court order from the U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia requiring the release of names of borrowers and loan amounts under the PPP and EIDL programs, GAO and SBA OIG likely will need additional and much more granular information to adequately conduct its fraud investigations. This includes all application data from SBA's Office of Disaster Assistance and any other data required for fraud analysis. As workers and small businesses continue to struggle during the COVID-19 pandemic, and as the SBA works to administer its emergency loan programs recently replenished by Congress to provide much-needed relief, we must protect taxpayer dollars by ensuring that the SBA has the tools necessary to combat fraud, waste, and abuse. With that in mind, we urge you to fully cooperate with all past, current, and future GAO and SBA OIG data requests. Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to your prompt response. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases/amodei-statement-house-bill-increase-eips-2000,"Amodei Statement on House Bill to Increase EIP’s to $2,000",2020-12-28,2020,2020-12,Republican,House,NV,Mark E. Amodei,A000369,amodei.house.gov,amodei,https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases,scraper,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Logan Tucker, 202-225-6155 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) today released the following statement after the House voted on legislation to increase Economic Impact Payment amounts to $2,000: ""Today the House voted on legislation to increase Economic Impact Payments to $2,000 for individuals making less than $75,000. ""The COVID relief bill passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump on December 27th contained strong assistance for individuals in the form of Economic Impact Payments totaling $600. However, these payments included no targeting requirements other than the general income limitations. Of significant importance to individuals who have pronounced needs are the added federal unemployment resources contained in the bill, the additional Paycheck Protection Program funds for those who value their employment and accompanying benefits, and the additional aid for maintaining access to healthcare operations at all levels. I supported this balanced funding, because it is targeted at continuing the pandemic healthcare battle while working to continue the economic recovery, which are co-equal and mutually important must-achieve goals. ""When considering adding nearly half a trillion dollars to the price tag of that bill by enlarging the Economic Impact Payments mechanism, none of which is sitting in the U.S. Treasury, I fail to find any notion of cost benefit to individuals' economic wellbeing. I am sure there are individual instances that will be the exception to this analysis, but when considering the needs of all of the community, state, and federal spending interests, I am not left with the conclusion that increasing the sum of the total COVID relief bill by 50 percent is wise. Finally, since further federal rescue spending in 2021 is a certainty, I'm hoping that funds-borrowing foregone now will be put to better use in the near future with strong background facts to address future potential needs.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-06-28T00:42:23Z https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases/amodei-votes-override-veto-critical-defense-legislation,Amodei Votes to Override Veto of Critical Defense Legislation,2020-12-28,2020,2020-12,Republican,House,NV,Mark E. Amodei,A000369,amodei.house.gov,amodei,https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases,scraper,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Logan Tucker, 202-225-6155 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) today released the following statement after voting to override a presidential veto of the National Defense Authorization Act: ""I have read the President's veto message and I share many of the concerns contained therein. I have also read the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and have compared the President's concerns with the contents of the Conference Report between the House and the Senate. ""First and foremost, if there is not an NDAA bill – which sustaining the President's veto would result in – there will be significant disruptions to military training in Nevada at NAS Fallon and Nevada Test and Training Range, including Creech and Nellis Air Force Bases. ""Further, if the veto is sustained, any new NDAA bill would be crafted in a legislative environment where the White House and both chambers of Congress are potentially in Democratic control. That's not a win in view of some present strong points in the existing NDAA, which includes funding to: Provide a 3% pay raise to our troops, authorize extra pay for troops in combat zones, and support their families with the care and benefits they deserve; Ensure the DOD maintains a 30-day supply of PPE, ensure our troops have the diagnostic equipment and testing they need, and provide health benefits to Guardsmen supporting the COVID-19 response. This includes benefits for the Nevada National Guardsmen, who are playing a significant role in the COVID-19 fight in Nevada; Establish the Pacific Deterrence Initiative to fund emergent technologies, support our allies, and deter China. This authorizes several new provisions to counter Chinese industrial espionage, support Hong Kong and Taiwan, and protect our defense supply chain; Maintain prohibitions on the transfer of detainees from Guantanamo Bay; and Continue to support missile defense cooperation with Israel through the United States-Israel Assistance Act. ""I agree with all of the goals to bring more accountability and less monopoly to social media companies insisted on by the President, however, I respectfully disagree with addressing it in the NDAA. Too often, germaneness rules are ignored, and if those standards are to mean anything, we must be leaders in getting it to that point. ""Further, while the military construction issue is of interest, continued Southern border wall construction funding in the recently signed omnibus spending bill is $1.375 billion. Construction on the wall today has already completed 438.3 miles. At present cost, this $1.375 billion will provide funding for another 56 miles of wall construction. That construction absorption rate should last well into 2021. Meaning, funding to finish the remaining portion of the wall will be an issue for the 117th or 118th Congresses, so let's see what happens in Georgia next week. ""In my analysis, the benefits and the policy wins in the present Conference Report already passed by Congress significantly outweigh the concerns raised in the Administration's veto message."" ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-06-28T00:42:23Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-highlights-2020-constituent-outreach-actions,Rosen Highlights 2020 Constituent Outreach Actions,2020-12-28,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), released the following statement highlighting constituent actions her office has taken in 2020, including assisting over 2,600 constituents with cases dealing with federally related issues, returning over one million dollars to Nevada constituents, attending over 2,000 in-person and virtual meetings and calls, and responding to over 150,000 constituent calls, emails, and letters. It is an honor to represent the people of our great state, said Senator Rosen. In 2020, we have faced numerous challenges, both in our state and across the country. Nevadans continue to amaze me with their incredible resilience, and, as this year comes to a close, I will continue fighting for the people of my state today and every day. Over the past year, my office has been hard at work to see that critical aid reaches our state. Know that my office will always behere for any Nevadan in need. BACKGROUND:Over the past year, Senator Rosen's office has: Assisted in over 2,600 constituent cases dealing with federally related issues, with over $1.2 million returned to Nevadans Returned over $250,000 to the U.S. Treasury from her Senate office budget Attended over 2,000 in-person and virtual meetings and calls Responded to over 150,000 constituent calls, emails, and letters SenatorRosen'soffice is workingevery daytoensureNevadans stay uptodate on the latest news on the coronavirus, as well as provide alistofresourcestoassistNevadans. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-statement-pandemic-relief-and-annual-budget-finally-signed-president,"Rep. Lee Statement, President Trump Finally Signs Pandemic Relief and Annual Budget",2020-12-27,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington,D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03), released the following statement after President Trump signed the bipartisan coronavirus relief package and annual appropriations spending bill into law: We are finally getting more relief to Nevadans.Through tough negotiations between Democrats and Republicans negotiations I am proud to have helped lead as a member ofthe Problem Solvers Caucuswe will deliverexpanded unemployment benefits, directcashpayments, small business relief, aid for hospitals and frontline workers, funding for vaccine distribution, and more to every Nevadan in need.As I've said though, this is not a victory lap moment for Congress. It's a wake-up call.This cannot be the last relief package we pass. Our states still need direct relief and working families and small businesses need morehelp. I'll help us take that next step by voting tomorrow to send $2000 direct checks to working families. I'm gladthat Congress and President Trumpavoided a catastrophic government shutdownby passing and signing the annual spending bill. Butit's irresponsible to cut it this close, this often.Bottom line, we need to do a better jobofworkingtogether.I look forward to bringing my collaborative approach to the Appropriations Committee next Congress. Whilewe avoidedanabsolutedisaster, needless delays to pass and sign the pandemic relief package will cause thousands of Nevadans to temporarily lose their emergency benefits. That's not okay, and it'sasign of broken leadership. I'm hopeful 2021 will bring some much needed stability andaccountabilityto ourlawmaking. Nevadans deserve nothing less. BACKGROUND: On Dec. 1, the Problem Solvers Caucus and a bipartisan group of senators announced a$908 billion, bipartisan COVID-19 emergency relief frameworkto help American students, families, small businesses, workers, and health care providers during this crisis. After months of failed progress on relief talks, this most recent bipartisan proposal from the Problem Solvers Caucus jumpstarted negotiations between the White House and Congressional leadership. In June 2020, Rep. Lee authored an op-ed in the Las Vegas Review Journal highlighting the need for direct relief to states and localities.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-statement-president-trump-s-veto-bipartisan-annual-defense-bill,Rep. Susie Lee Statement on President Trumps Veto of Bipartisan Annual Defense Bill,2020-12-23,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington,D.C. U.S. Rep.Susie Lee (Nev.-03), released the following statement inresponse to President Trump's veto of thebipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): The President's veto is purely political, putting his vanity above our national security. Section 230 is not remotely related to our national defensepriorities andis not a reason to jeopardize the wellbeing of our servicemembers, veterans, and national security.The President also took issue with removing the names of Confederate generals from our military bases. This is a slap in the face of every servicemember brave enough tofight for our flag, the American flag.The NDAA has passed with bipartisan support every year for nearly six decades. I'm confident that my Republican and Democratic colleagues will join me to overturn this haphazard veto and pass a three percent pay raise for our servicemembers, expanded health care for veteran families, andotherkey policies to strengthen our national security. BACKGROUND:Rep. Lee co-led an amendment, which was included in the final NDAA, to secure astatus quo extensionof theNevada Test and Training Range (NTTR). Earlier this year, Rep. Lee helped lead discussions around a compromise to secure an extension of the NTTR thatwouldalso guaranteesprotections for tribal resources, conservation, outdoor recreation and public access, and farming and ranching. Rep. Lee secured an amended version of her bill in the NDAA,the Newborn Care Improvement Act,which will expand maternal health care for new veteran mothers and families.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-backed-effort-address-nevada-doctor-shortage-included-recently-passed-government-spending,Rosen-Backed Effort to Address Nevada Doctor Shortage Included in Recently Passed Government Spending Package,2020-12-23,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), released the following statement highlighting her efforts to address Nevada's doctor shortage by increasing the number of Medicare-supported graduate medical education (GME) residency slots, and the successful addition of GME 1,000 residency positions included as part of the recently passed Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. Nevada currently ranks 48th in the nation in terms of primary care physicians per capita, with all 17 counties in the state designated as health shortage areas. The mass shortage of physicians in our state puts the health and well-being of Nevadans at risk, said Senator Rosen. Now, more than ever, it is critical that we provide proper access to medical professionals in every corner of our state. I'm glad to see that the recently passed government funding package takes much-needed steps to increase the number of medical residency slots in our state, building on my efforts to help establish a larger workforce of medical professionals. I will continue working to support our state's medical community and to protect the health and well-being of Nevadans. BACKGROUND:The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 adds 1,000 new Medicare-funded graduate medical education (GME) full-time equivalent (FTE) residency positions, beginning in fiscal year 2023 and phased in over five years, which will be available to the following groups: 1) rural hospitals and hospitals treated as rural hospitals; 2) hospitals over their otherwise applicable resident limit; 3) hospitals in states with certain new medical schools and medical schools with additional locations and branch campuses; and 4) hospitals that serve Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). Last year, Senator Rosen co-sponsored the bipartisan Resident Physician Shortage Act of 2019 (S. 348), which would reduce the shortage of physicians in Nevada and the rest of the United States by increasing the number of Medicare-supported graduate medical education (GME) residency slots. Also last year, Senator Rosen sent a letter to United States Comptroller General Gene L. Dodaro requesting a report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to examine the effectiveness of the current structure of federally-funded Graduate Medical Education slots in meeting the needs of patients. Rosen also requested that GAO outline solutions for addressing the physician shortage to increase access to health care services. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-highlights-legislative-accomplishments-during-116th-congress,Rosen Highlights Legislative Accomplishments During 116th Congress,2020-12-23,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), released the following statement highlighting her many legislative actions during the 116th Congress. Senator Rosen was named as one of the most active and bipartisan Freshman members of the Senate. During the 116th Congress, Rosen introduced 33 bills and 4 resolutions and co-led more than half a dozen others, 7 of which became law or will soon become law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, and 14 of which passed the Senate. She also co-sponsored 114 bills and resolutions that passed the Senate, 14 of which became law, and 4 more expected to be signed into law this month. Overall, 92% of the bills and resolutions Senator Rosen has introduced have been bipartisan. I'm glad to have to built a record of partnering with colleagues on both sides of the aisle in order to introduce and pass critical legislation, said Senator Rosen.Whether it's working to create jobs and support our state's small businesses and workforce, or efforts to increase access to quality, affordable health care, I will not stop fighting to improve the lives of Nevadans. BACKGROUND:During the 116th Congress, Senator Rosen was named as one of the most active and bipartisan Freshman senators. Senator Rosen's bipartisan bills, broken up by key issue areas, include: Jobs, Small Business, Workforce Training, and STEM Education Building Blocks of STEM:Introduced alongside Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), the bill creates and expands upon STEM education initiatives at the National Science Foundation (NSF) for young children, including new research grants to increase the participation of girls in computer science. This legislation is one of only 35 standalone Senate bills introduced by a Democrat to be signed into law this Congress. EIDL for Small Businesses Act: Introduced alongside Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), the bill provides $180 billion in aid to small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic through the EIDL and EIDL Advance programs and lifts the caps on both programs. A key part of this legislation funding $10,000 EIDL Advance grants for low-income businesses and allowing many past EIDL Advance recipients of all sizes to get the full $10,000 grant wasincluded in the COVID relief packagethat recently passed the House and Senate. Advanced Manufacturing Jobs in America Act:Introduced alongside Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), the bill requires the Department of Labor to create an advanced manufacturing apprenticeship pilot program. The Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act: Introduced alongside Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), the bill providesa refundable tax creditto businesses and non-profit organizations that purchase or upgrade their air ventilation, filtration, and purification systems to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and other airborne diseases. STEM RESTART Act:Introduced alongside Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), the bill creates a new program to support mid-career re-entry returnships in STEM. Cyber Ready Workforce Act:Introduced alongside Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), the bill authorizes apprenticeship programs to help train our cyber workforce. Small Manufacturer Cybersecurity Enhancement Act: Introduced alongside Senator Todd Young (R-IN), the bill provides cybersecurity assistance for small manufacturers in the defense industrial supply chain. This legislationpassed the House and Senate as part of the FY2021 National Defense AuthorizationAct and is expected to become law. Improving Cybersecurity of Small Organizations Act: Introduced alongside Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), this bill requires the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) to maintain and promote cybersecurity best practices guidance for small organizations, which includes small businesses, small non-profits, and small governmental agencies. Improving Telework Cybersecurity for Small Organizations Act: Introducedalongside Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS), the bill directs CISA, in consultation with the FTC, to publish resources of best practices for small businesses, non-profits, and local governments to boost cybersecurity with respect to teleworking, as a result of COVID-19. Small Business Child Care Investment Act: Introduced alongside Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), the bill allows nonprofit child care providers to participate in the loan programs of the Small Business Administration. The legislation passed the Senate as part of that chamber's version of the FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act. Teach Computer Science Act:Introduced alongside Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), and Mitt Romney (R-UT), the bill supports teacher training and schools in educating students in the area of computer science. Health Care Veterans& Servicemembers Hire Student Veterans Act: Introduced alongside Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Cory Gardner (R-CO), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Kevin Cramer (R-ND), the bill expands the existing Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to ensure that all student veterans using their GI benefits can take advantage of valuable paid internships or work opportunities while in school. Veterans Jobs Opportunity Act:Introduced alongside Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND), the bill creates a small business startup tax credit for those who open up a business in underserved communities. Affordable Housing for Veterans Act: Introduced alongside Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS), the bill ensures that veterans are proactively made aware of their VA home loan options, including providing them with side-by-side information about whether such information is more affordable than a conventional loan. GI Bill Planning Act: Introduced alongside Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), the bill provides military enlistees additional time to pick their preferred GI Bill education benefits, rather than having to do so at Basic Training. Veterans Assistance Helpline Act: Introducedalongside Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Deb Fischer (R-NE), and Gary Peters (D-MI), the bill requires the FCC to designate a three-digit dialing code for veterans' services. VA Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2020: Introducedalongside Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), the bill requires the VA to establish a Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program at five VA centers, including one that serves rural veterans. PROMOTES Act: Introduced alongside Senators Mike Rounds (R-SD), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Gary Peters (D-MI), this bill authorizes the Secretary of Defense to establish a grant program for STEM in JROTC units. This legislationpassed the House and Senate as part of the FY2021 National Defense AuthorizationAct and is expected to become law. JROTC Cyber Training Act: Introduced alongside Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), John Cornyn (R-TX), and Gary Peters (D-MI), this bill directs the Secretary of Defense to establish a program to enhance the preparation of students in JROTC programs for careers in computer science and cybersecurity. Broadband Data Mapping to Save Moms' Lives Act: Introduced alongside Senators Deb Fischer (R-NE), Todd Young (R-IN), and Brian Schatz (D-HI), the bill would direct the FCC to include data on maternal health outcomes in its broadband maps, used to determine where there are gaps in connectivity. This legislation is one of only about 100 standalone Senate bills introduced by a Democrat to pass the Senate this Congress. Broadband Parity Act: Introduced alongside Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), the bill would ensure that all federal broadband programs offer high-speed internet at the FCC-defined level of high-speed. Combating Anti-Semitism Never Again Education Act: Introduced alongside Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), the bill provides teachers with the resources and training necessary to teach students the important lessons of the Holocaust. This legislation passed the House and Senate and was signed into law. Auschwitz Liberation 75th Anniversary Resolution:Introduced alongside Senator James Lankford (R-OK), this resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp by Allied Forces during World War II. By unanimous consent, the resolution passed the Senate. Senator Rosen has also introduced bills to repurpose Yucca Mountain and manage Nevada's public lands in Lander County and Carson City, in addition to bipartisan legislation to invest in cybersecurity training (included in FY2021 NDAA and soon to become law), protect our bulk power system from cyber-attacks, support first responder mental health, hold corrupt public officials accountable (passed by committee), support diversity in media, honor the women of our aviation workforce, and strengthen the US-Israel relationship. She has also filed floor amendments adopted by the Senate to increase funding for distance learning and telemedicine programs and support invasive species management at Lake Tahoe. Senator Rosen has also served as the co-lead of several Republican-led bills, including: HACKED Actand theCYBER LEAP Act: Introduced by Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) and co-led by Senator Rosen, these two bills improve the cyber workforce and establish cyber grand challenges, respectively. Both passed the House and Senate as part of the FY2021 NDAA and will soon become law. DHS Opioid Detection Resilience Act: Introduced by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and co-led by Senator Rosen, this bill ensures that Department of Homeland Security (DHS) personnel have adequate chemical screening devices for synthetic opioid detection and requires DHS to create a database to track newly identified synthetic opioids crossing U.S. borders. This legislation passed the House and Senate and will soon become law. Advancing Research to Prevent Suicide Act: Introduced by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), this bill requires the National Science Foundation (NSF) to award grants to institutions of higher education that support research on suicide on suicide treatment and prevention. This legislation recently passed the Senate. Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act: Introduced by Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), this bill upgrades the State Department's Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism to the rank of an ambassador. This legislation recently passed the Senate. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-backed-legislation-ensure-college-students-need-have-access-high-speed-internet-advances,Rosen-Backed Legislation to Ensure College Students in Need Have Access to High-Speed Internet Advances to President’s Desk,2020-12-22,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, released the following statement announcing that theSupportingConnectivityfor Higher Education Students in Need Act, legislation she helped introduce, passed as part of the COVID relief package approved by Congress. This bipartisan legislation will help ensure that college and university students with the greatest financial needs can access high-speed internet during the coronavirus pandemic. Access to broadband is critical for our students in Nevada and across this country, said Senator Rosen. During this pandemic, colleges and universities across the country have struggled to provide students with the equipment and at home internet access necessary to make virtual learning effective. I'm thankful this bill is now one step closer to becoming law because our students feel the strain of our nation's digital divide every day. This legislation will start the long process of leveling the digital playing field and allowing students greater access to quality education. BACKGROUND:Yesterday, the House and Senate passed H.R. 133, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, which funds the government for FY2021 and provides COVID-19 relief for workers, families, small businesses, and others. Section 902 of Division N of the legislation provides $285 million to expand internet connectivity for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), Tribal colleges and universities (TCU)s, Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs), and other minority-serving institutions (MSIs), their students, and minority-owned businesses near those colleges and universities. The funding can be used to purchase routers, modems, wi-fi hotspots, tablets, and laptops. Funding recipients must prioritize students eligible for the Pell Grant or the FCC's Lifeline program, approved to receive unemployment insurance benefits, currently receiving other need-based financial aid, or earning less than 150 percent of the federal poverty level (i.e., $39,300 for a family of four in the contiguous U.S.). The legislation also establishes the Office of Minority Broadband Initiatives within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to carry out programs to expand access to broadband at and in communities around HBCUs, TCUs, HSIs, and other MSIs. This provision is modeled on the Supporting Connectivity for Higher Education Students in Need Act (H.R. 6814 and S. 3701), legislation that Rosen and other lawmakers introduced on May 13, 2020, and is supported by 60 leading higher education, civil rights, technology, business, and public interest groups. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-highlights-2020-work-support-nevada-small-businesses,Rosen Highlights 2020 Work to Support Nevada Small Businesses,2020-12-22,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), released the following statement highlighting her work to support Nevada's small businesses in 2020: Across our state, small businesses have felt the crippling effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,said Senator Rosen.More than 99% of businesses in Nevada are small businesses, and during a time of extreme economic hardship, we cannot afford to leave our small business community behind. Through bipartisan legislation and outreach with our local chambers, my office has worked to ensure that Nevada's businesses have the resources and support they need. I will continue fighting for Nevada small businesses, for workers, and for any Nevadan in need of help. BACKGROUND:In 2020, Senator Rosen's office was able to directly assist 1,071 Nevada small businesses. Senator Rosen has introduced the following bipartisan bills to support Nevada small businesses: EIDL for Small Businesses Act. The bill would provide billions of dollars in aid to small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic through the EIDL and EIDL Advance programs and lift the caps on both. A key part of this legislation funding $10,000 EIDL Advance grants for low-income businesses and allowing many past EIDL Advance recipients of all sizes to get the full $10,000 grant was included in the COVID relief package that recently passed the House and Senate. The Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act. The bill would provide a refundable tax credit to businesses and non-profit organizations that purchase or upgrade their air ventilation, filtration, and purification systems to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and other airborne diseases. Small Business Child Care Investment Act. The bill would allow nonprofit child care providers to participate in the Small Business Administration's loan programs. Small Manufacturer Cybersecurity Enhancement Act. The bill would provide cybersecurity assistance for small manufacturers in the defense industrial supply chain. This legislation passed the House and Senate as part of the FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act and is expected to become law. STEM RESTART Act. This bill would provide funding to small and medium-sized STEM businesses to offer robust, paid, mid-career internships, known as returnships, for mid-career workers seeking to return or transition into the STEM workforce. Improving Cybersecurity of Small Organizations Act. This bill would require the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) to maintain and promote cybersecurity best practices guidance for small organizations, which includes small businesses, small non-profits, and small governmental agencies. Improving Telework Cybersecurity for Small Organizations Act. The bill would direct CISA, in consultation with the FTC, to publish resources of best practices for small businesses, non-profits, and local governments to boost cybersecurity with respect to teleworking, as a result of COVID-19. Senator Rosen has co-sponsored the following bills to support Nevada small businesses: Small Business Expense Protection Act. This bipartisan bill would clarify that ordinary business expenses paid for using funding obtained through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) are tax-deductible. The provision was included in the COVID relief package that recently passed the House and Senate. RESTART Act. The bipartisan bill would create a new loan program to help small and mid-sized businesses and non-profits cover 6 months of payroll, benefits, and fixed operating expenses. Heroes Small Business Lifeline Act. This comprehensive bill would 1) extend PPP through March 2021 with improvements and targeted funding for underserved borrowers, along with a second round funding of PPP, 2) extend and expand the Debt Relief program which expired Sept 27th, 3) ensure PPP eligibility for all non-profits, 4) enhance of SBA's main lending programs, 5) support key Nevada industries through the Save Our Stages Act and the RESTAURANTS Act, 7) provide local broadcasters eligibility for PPP, and 8) lift the cap on EIDL loans and grants. Several of these provisions were included in the COVID relief package that recently passed the House and Senate. Save Our Stages (SOS) Act. The bipartisan bill would make SBA grants available to eligible live venue operators, producers, promoters, or talent representatives. $15 billion of direct aid for small live entertainment venues was included in the COVID relief package that recently passed the House and Senate. RESTAURANTS Act. This bipartisan bill would create a $120 billion revitalization fund at the Treasury Department to provide grants to restaurants, food stands, food trucks, food carts, caterers, saloons, inns, taverns, bars, lounges, or other similar businesses of 20 employees or less to help with expenses such as payroll, benefits, mortgage, rent, utilities, maintenance, supplies, food, and debt obligations to suppliers. PPP Extension Bill. A bipartisan bill to extend PPP through August 8, 2020. This bill became law. COVID-19 RELIEF for Small Businesses Act. The bill, which included numerous provisions that eventually were included in the CARES Act, would improve and create new SBA tools for small businesses and waive the disaster declaration requirements for access to EIDL. Paycheck Protection Small Business Forgiveness Act. The bipartisan bill would simplify the loan forgiveness process for small businesses participating in PPP who have received loans of less than $150,000. The provision was included in the COVID relief package that recently passed the House and Senate. SECURE Small Business Act. The bipartisan bill would require the SBA to help small businesses purchase cybersecurity products and services. Interagency Committee on Women's Business Enterprise Act. The bipartisan bill would reform the Interagency Committee on Women's Business Enterprise, which focuses on identifying barriers to new business formation and obstacles to assistance within the federal government that women experience. Small Business Relief From Communicable Disease Induced Economic Hardship Act. The bill would: 1) Expand the definition of a disaster to include a communicable disease for which the federal government has issued a travel alert or warning, allowing small businesses who have been impacted by the coronavirus to access Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) of up $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses; 2) Make it easier for small business to access EIDLs by adding a triggering event for which the EIDL may be used; and 3) Make the EIDL loans interest free. PPP DEAL Act. This bipartisan bill would allow PPP loans to be eligible for loan forgiveness equal to the amount spent on covered expenses during a 16-week period after the start date of the loan. It would also change the rehire date deadline from June 30 to 16 weeks after the start date of the loan. Small Business Debt Relief Extension Act. This bipartisan bill would extend debt relief for small businesses through at least February 2021for SBA-backed loans, including 7(a) loans, 504 loans, and microloans. Senator Rosen also helped lead the effort to change an SBA and Treasury rule that prevented small gaming businesses from having access to PPP loans. As a result of her efforts, all otherwise eligible gaming small businesses in Nevada can access federal relief. Over the past year, Senator Rosen has partnered with Nevada's Small Business Administration regional representatives and local chambers of commerce and organizations including the Vegas Chamber, the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce, Nevada's rural Chambers of Commerce, the Nevada REALTORS, the Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce, the Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce, and the Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce to provide updates on the federal government's response to the COVID-19 crisis and answer questions on access to federal resources. SenatorRosen'soffice is workingevery daytoensureNevadans stay uptodate on the latest news on the coronavirus, as well as provide alistofresourcestoassistNevadans. SenatorRosen's website includes a bilingualonline resource portalto assist small businesses in Nevada affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.Small businesses that are experiencing difficulties navigating federal assistance canalso send their inquiries and questionstoSmallBusiness@Rosen.Senate.gov, and a teamofdedicated bilingual professionals will respondtoprovide assistance. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases/amodei-statement-house-passage-omnibus-covid-relief-deal,AMODEI STATEMENT ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF OMNIBUS & COVID RELIEF DEAL,2020-12-21,2020,2020-12,Republican,House,NV,Mark E. Amodei,A000369,amodei.house.gov,amodei,https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases,scraper,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Logan Tucker, 202-225-6155 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) today released the following statement after voting in favor of a bipartisan-bicameral omnibus appropriations bill to fund the government through the end of the Fiscal Year and a $900 billion COVID relief package: ""Although long overdue, the passage of today's bills is certainly welcome news for the millions of Americans and small businesses who have suffered for months due to congressional inaction and intentional efforts by the House majority to block relief funding. ""If you're also disappointed in the timing of these response efforts, it's worth noting that a number of the priorities included in today's COVID relief package are extremely similar, if not identical, to those proposed by Republicans over the last several months. Unfortunately, Speaker Pelosi blocked all of those proposals, and even recently admitted she did so for political purposes as she had no intention of negotiating until after the November election. ""Essentially, the Speaker went from her $3.3 trillion wish list of partisan priorities, to rejecting Secretary Mnuchin's $1.8 trillion offer just two months ago. As such, it's still incredibly unclear what the Democrats hoped to achieve with their strategy of holding up aid for families, hospitals, workers, and small businesses, while also delaying funding for vaccine procurement and distribution. ""In the meantime, Republicans remained focused on providing targeted relief to small businesses, making vaccines available, and safely reopening our economy – and this package delivers on all of those fronts by providing approximately $900 billion in funding to extend the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), add deductibility for PPP expenses, support the purchase and distribution of vaccines, provide direct payments to individuals, and extend the unemployment programs created under the CARES Act. Additionally, this legislation provides appropriate levels of funding needed to support childcare centers, substance abuse programs, schools and universities, rental assistance, transportation initiatives, supplemental nutrition assistance programs, and our nation's farmers and ranchers.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-06-28T00:42:23Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-problem-solvers-caucus-bring-parties-together-strike-deal-long-awaited,"Rep. Lee, Problem Solvers Caucus Bring Parties Together, Strike Deal for Long-Awaited COVID-19 Relief Package",2020-12-21,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington,D.C. U.S. Rep Susie Lee (Nev.-03), member of the Problem Solvers Caucus that was pivotal in relief negotiations,released the following statement onthe House of Representatives passing an end-of-yearCOVID-19 pandemicrelief package: It's abouttime.I'm glad thatat leastthis got done, butour work is far from over.The Problem Solvers Caucus proposal, which helped restart negotiations at the start of the month, served as the framework for this final package. If you want proof that Republicans and Democrats working together, in good faith, is the best way to get things done, here it is. Toevery familyscared about making ends meet, to our healthcare workers laying their lives on the line every single dayto protect us, andtoevery workerand small businessownerforced to tread water for monthswithout the relief they need, more help is finally on the way.Thispackageincludes expanded unemployment benefits,direct payments to working families,small business relief, aid for hospitals and frontline workers,funding for vaccine distribution, and morecritical relief. Let's be clear though. This is not a victory lap moment for Congress. It's a wake-up call.This cannot be the last COVID-19 relief package we pass.$300 per week in unemployment relief and $600 in direct assistance for working families will not be enough.Direct aid for states and communities wasalsoglaringly missing from this package, which is unacceptable.States like Nevada have been economically devastatedby COVID-19. Our states need direct assistance as they face massive budget cuts because of lost revenue during this pandemic. Ourschools, hospitals, police departments, and communities needdirect relief, desperately. This relief package was our emergency chute, and I'm glad we pulleditin time. But recoveryfrom this pandemicwill be long and difficultand will only be reached if we work together, in good faith, from here on out. BACKGROUND:On Dec. 1, the Problem Solvers Caucus and a bipartisan group of senators announced a$908 billion, bipartisan COVID-19 emergency relief frameworkto help American students, families, small businesses, workers, and health care providers during this crisis. After months of failed progress on relief talks, this most recent bipartisan proposal from the Problem Solvers Caucusjumpstarted negotiationsbetween the White House and Congressional leadership. In June 2020, Rep. Lee authored an op-ed in the Las Vegas Review Journal highlighting the need for direct relief to states and localities.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-following-vote-pass-government-funding-and-covid-19-relief-package,Rosen Statement Following Vote to Pass Government Funding and COVID-19 Relief Package,2020-12-21,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement following the Senate's vote to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. This bipartisan legislative package secures several important Rosen-led provisions to provide much-needed help and relief for hardworking Nevadans and our small businesses. Today's vote is a step forward towards providing help and relief to Nevadans and the American people, said Senator Rosen. The COVID-19 relief included in this legislative package provides a much-needed lifeline to countless Nevadans who have been waiting for assistance. The relief plan includes direct payments to individuals, extended and enhanced unemployment insurance, increased flexibility for state and local spending, and support for our small business community, including $10,000 grants for businesses in low-income communities based on bipartisan legislation I introduced. Passage of this bill is a positive development, but we must do much more to help Nevada workers and businesses navigate this crisis. I will continue fighting so thatall Nevadans receive the support they need as we move into the New Year. I'm also glad to see that Republicans and Democrats were able to come to the table and pass legislation that funds our government, Senator Rosen continued. This omnibus includes important Nevada priorities such as no funding for Yucca Mountain, a pay raise for our troops, and robust investment in infrastructure and broadband development. I'm also proud to say that funding for my Never Again Education Act and my Building Blocks of STEM Act, both signed into law in the past year, are part of this omnibus. These are important victories that will help improve lives, and I pledge to continue fighting for Nevadans and the American people. BACKGROUND:Senator Rosen led or co-led the efforts to secure the following provisions in the omnibus spending bill that funds the federal government for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2021: NO funding for nuclear waste disposal at Yucca Mountain Funding to implement Senator Rosen's Building Blocks of STEM Act, which was signed into law last December $2 million to implement Senator Rosen's Never Again Education Act, bipartisan Holocaust education legislation which was signed into law earlier this year $13 million for JROTC STEM training and education, the first time ever that this has had a dedicated funding stream $60 million for USDA telemedicine and distance learning grants $163 million for NeighborWorks affordable housing assistance $1 million for the Office of the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism, doubling last year's amount $2 million for U.S.-Israel Homeland Security Program $40 million for new HUD-VASH vouchers to help homeless veterans. Significant funding increase for the National Guard Youth Challenge Program $18 million for Emergency Medical Services for Children and $10 million for the Pediatric Mental Health Access Program $22 million to fund the Enhanced Collaborative Model Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking. Preservation of Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act (SNPLMA) funding Key COVID relief provisions included in the package to benefit Nevada and our nation, broken up by key areas, include: Small Businesses and our Workforce $284 Billion for Second Round of PPP for small businesses with 300 or fewer employees and that have had a 30% revenue loss year-over-year in any quarter of 2020 or 2021. $20 Billion for new EIDL Advance grants of $10,000 each for small businesses in low-income communities, if they have 300 or fewer employees and have had a 30% revenue loss year-over-year in any quarter of 2020 or 2021. Includes provision to guarantee full $10,000 grants and increase many past EIDL Advance grants to $10,000, based on Senator Rosen's bipartisan legislation. $15 Billion for live event venues, independent movie theaters, and cultural institutions such as museums that are experiencing significant revenue loss, based on bipartisan legislation Senator Rosen co-sponsored. Extends the Employee Retention Tax Credit to prevent layoffs. 11 weeks of enhanced unemployment insurance ($300 per week on top of state unemployment aid) through March 14, 2021. Extends PUA (gig worker aid) and PEUC (additional weeks of federally-funded UI when individuals exhaust state benefits). Extends the maximum number of weeks an individual may claim benefits through state UI plus supplemental CARES Act programs to 50 weeks. Provides an extra benefit of $100 per week for certain workers who have both wage and self-employment income (i.e., W-2 and 1099 income) but whose base UI benefit calculation doesn't take their self-employment into account. $600 direct payment checks for individuals making up to $75,000 per year (phases out at $99,000 per year) and $1,200 for couples making up to $150,000 per years, plus a $600 per child dependent. Mixed-status immigrant households are now eligible for checks, with the change in law retroactive to CARES Act stimulus checks as well. State and Local Spending Responding to Senator Rosen's call to Congressional Leaders, extends by one year the deadline for states, local governments, Tribes, and their sub-recipients to spend money from the CARES Act's Coronavirus Relief Fund. Health Care $22 billion to states for testing, tracing, and COVID mitigation programs, with $2.5 billion set aside to target needs in underserved areas, including both communities of color and rural communities Nearly $9 billion to CDC and states for vaccine distribution $9 billion in support for health care providers $4.5 billion in mental health funding. Over $3 billion for the strategic national stockpile, including $300 million specifically directed to high risk and underserved areas for distribution, including communities of color More than $1 billion for NIH to research COVID-19 $1 billion in direct funds to the Indian Health Service $100 million to the Department of Veterans Affairs for Telehealth and Connected Care Program to purchase, maintain, and refresh devices and services to veterans for provision of access to telehealth services. Housing $25 billion in rental assistance Extends the federal eviction ban through January Enhances the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit $13 billion to increase SNAP benefits by 15% Funding for food banks and senior nutrition programs Education Approximately $54 billion for public K-12 schools Approximately $23 billion for a higher education fund Broadband $3.2 Billion in emergency funds for low-income families to access broadband, which Senator Rosen strongly supported $1 billion tribal broadband fund $300 million grant program to fund broadband in rural areas $250 million dollars in telehealth funding Transportation $2 Billion for airports and airport concessionaries $10 Billion for State Departments of Transportation ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-receives-covid-19-vaccine,Rep. Susie Lee Receives COVID-19 Vaccine,2020-12-20,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington,D.C. Today,U.S. Rep Susie Lee (Nev.-03), at the recommendation ofCongress' Office of theAttending Physician,receivedher first dose ofaPfizerCOVID-19vaccine.Rep. Lee said: Upon recommendation of the Attending Physician, I received my first dose of a coronavirus vaccine this morning. I'm incredibly grateful to receive the vaccine and want to thank the doctors and health workers who administered my vaccination, as well as the frontline workers doing so throughout the country. I'm mindful that I am no more important than the millions of Americans still waiting to receive the vaccine, but just like with wearing a mask or socially distancing, I would not ask my constituents to do something that I have not done myself. Also, because my official duties require me to travel frequently and cast votes in-person on the House floor, I'm glad I can take the steps to make my official duties safer for those around me, including airline workers, fellow travelers, and Capitol Hill staff. And rest assured, even with the vaccine, I will continue to follow CDC guidelines, wear a mask in public, and observe social distancing. Now I'm focused on securing this crucial bipartisan relief package today, which will include billions of dollars in funding for vaccine development and distribution along with economic relief that my constituents desperately need. BACKGROUND:This week, Attending PhysicianBrian P. Monahan informedmembers of Congress, My recommendation to you is absolutely unequivocal: there is no reason why you should defer receiving this vaccine.' The Problem Solvers Caucus most recentCOVID-19 relief proposal, whichjumpstartednegotiationsat the beginning of this month, included$16 billion for vaccine development and disibtrution, as well as testing and tracing.A similar amount is expected in the final end-of-year relief package.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-colleagues-push-protect-schools-cyberattacks,"Rosen, Colleagues Push to Protect Schools from Cyberattacks",2020-12-18,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), joined Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Krysten Sinema (D-AZ) in a letter to the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting a review on (1) efforts by the Department of Education (ED), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and other relevant federal agencies to assist school districts in securing themselves from cyber threats; and (2) plan, coordinate, and report on the effectiveness of federal cybersecurity assistance to schools. This letter comes in response to an increase in cyberattacks targeting schools during COVID-19. We are concerned about the extent to which K-12 schools are adequately protected from cyber threats as they expand or revise operations during the pandemic and beyond. Moreover, we would like to understand how Federal agencies coordinate school protection through information sharing, intelligence, and other resources that the Federal government has at its disposal in an effort to help schools combat cyber threats, wrote the Senators. We seek a review by the Government Accountability Office on efforts by Education, DHS, and other relevant federal agencies to assist school districts in securing themselves from cyber threats and the effectiveness of these efforts. We also request any recommendations GAO can offer to Congress to improve federal cybersecurity support for school districts.. BACKGROUND: On October 2, 2020, following a ransomware attack on Clark County School District, Senator Rosen sent a letter urging DHS and ED to provide adequate support, guidance, and resources to help schools respond to and prevent cyberattacks. She followed up on her request when questioning the Acting Director of the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity Infrastructure Agency (CISA) during a December 2, 2020 hearing on state and local cybersecurity held by HSGAC's Subcommittee on Federal Spending Oversight and Emergency Management. The full text of the letter can be found here and below: Dear Mr. Dodaro, Across our nation, approximately 100,000 public schools serve more than 50 million students from kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12) and play an integral role in the educational, civic, and economic life of local communities. It is critical that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) review efforts by the Department of Education (Education), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and other relevant federal agencies to assist school districts in protecting themselves from cyber threats. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, schools districts were increasingly reliant on technology for grading, enhancing educational offerings, and obtaining real time feedback on student and teacher performance. In response to the pandemic, many K-12 schools shifted to offering some form of remote education, increasing their dependence on laptops, wireless internet access, and cameras and microphones. At the same time, potential threats from cyberattacks remain serious and prevalent. For instance, school districts in New Hampshire, Nevada, Arizona, and across the country have recently reported instances of ransomware attacks. In 2015, the Government Facilities Sector Specific Plan identified Education's Office of Safe and Drug Free Schools as the Sector Specific Agency (federal agency lead) for the Education Facilities Subsector. In that role, Education is responsible for coordinating with Federal and non-Federal partners to address risk management for schools, including cyberattack risks. In addition, DHS is authorized to support Federal and non-Federal sector partners by sharing information through its dedicated 24/7 coordination and information sharing operations center. We are concerned about the extent to which K-12 schools are adequately protected from cyber threats as they expand or revise operations during the pandemic and beyond. Moreover, we would like to understand how Federal agencies coordinate school protection through information sharing, intelligence, and other resources that the Federal government has at its disposal in an effort to help schools combat cyber threats. We seek a review by the Government Accountability Office on efforts by Education, DHS, and other relevant federal agencies to assist school districts in securing themselves from cyber threats and the effectiveness of these efforts. We also request any recommendations GAO can offer to Congress to improve federal cybersecurity support for school districts. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. For further information on our request, please contact Peter Su (Peter_Su@hsgac.senate.gov), Daniel Bleiberg (Daniel_Bleiberg@rosen.senate.gov), and Jackie Maffucci (Jackie_Maffucci@hsgac.senate.gov). ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-cramer-introduce-bipartisan-bill-help-businesses-upgrade-ventilation-systems-curb-spread,"Rosen, Cramer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Businesses Upgrade Ventilation Systems, Curb Spread of COVID-19 Indoors, and Build Consumer Confidence",2020-12-18,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND), announced the introduction of their Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act (S. 5067), a bipartisan bill that would provide a tax credit to businesses and nonprofit organizations that purchase or upgrade their air ventilation, filtration, and purification systems to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and other airborne diseases. As a member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, one of my top priorities is to help Nevada's small businesses manage and overcome disruptions and dangers caused by COVID-19. That is why I am proud to introduce this important bipartisan legislation to provide our businesses with a tax credit to upgrade their air ventilation, filtration, and purification systems. By making our indoor spaces safer for customers and workers, we can reduce the spread of COVID, help boost consumer confidence, and keep businesses afloat, said Senator Rosen. I will continue working in Congress to provide Nevada businesses and entrepreneurs the support they need to not only succeed, but thrive. More businesses are going to permanently close if customers don't feel safe going to them, but there are changes they can make to restore consumer confidence and protect their workers and customers, said Senator Cramer. Our bill extends businesses and nonprofits a helping hand, allowing them to make upgrades to their facilities that help prevent the spread of COVID-19. We appreciate the boost that Senator Rosen and Senator Cramer's FRESH AIR for Business Act would give, especially to the small restaurants across the country who are struggling to stay open, said Sean Kennedy, Executive Vice President for Public Affairs for the National Restaurant Association. Restaurants across the country continue to make improvements to their ventilation systems to ensure the safety of their employees, patrons and other staff, but for many, the cost of these upgrades has been overwhelming. This bill will help make that easier by offsetting some of the costs of those improvements. As the pandemic drags on, locally-owned franchise businesses and their hard-working employees are struggling to make ends meet. Helping these small businesses navigate this difficult time is paramount for helping protect the health, not only for workers and customers but also for our economy, said Suzanne Beall, Vice President of Government Relations and Counsel, of the International Franchise Association. IFA supports and applauds Senators Rosen and Cramer for the introduction of this much-needed piece of legislation that will help America's local franchise businesses during a challenging time. Small businesses have been hit particularly hard as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, which is why we must do more to ensure these companies get the targeted resources they need to recover and thrive, said John Stanford, Co-Executive Director of Small Business Roundtable. Boosting consumer confidence through air filtration and ventilation efforts is one of the best tools available to address the barriers these businesses face as a result of this airborne virus. We are thrilled to support this new and innovative bipartisan piece of legislation introduced by Senators Rosen and Cramer to help as many businesses, families, and industries as possible endure the financial hardships caused by the pandemic. The Vegas Chamber appreciates the efforts of Senator Rosen to help Southern Nevada employers create a healthier environment, especially during the COVID pandemic, said Mary Beth Sewald, President & CEO of the Vegas Chamber. We support Senator Rosen in introducing this legislation which would provide a refundable tax credit for the purchase or upgrade of ventilation systems. With consumer confidence being at an all-time low due to concerns of indoor air quality, we must do everything in our power to help small businesses overcome the unprecedented obstacles caused by COVID-19, said Ann Silver, CEO of the Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce. We applaud the introduction of this forward-thinking legislation by Senator Rosen and urge Congress for swift passage so we can bring relief to our small business community. Now more than ever, the business community needs all the help it can get and this bill not only offers tax credits, but tax credits while also promoting a safer workplace for employees. This is the kind of win-win help that is easy to endorse. We applaud Senator Rosen for the introduction of this legislation and look forward to continuing to work with her for the benefit of our small business community, said Peter Guzman, President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce. Nevada's small businesses have been significantly disrupted due to COVID-19, said Ken Evans, President of the Urban Chamber of Commerce. By providing small businesses with a tax credit to upgrade their air filtration systems, owners and employees can assure consumers that it is safe to frequent their place of business. We are happy to endorse Senator Rosen's legislation and look forward to working with her to address our community's needs. During this unprecedented crisis, the Asian Chamber has been working tirelessly to help companies and businesses stay afloat and keep paychecks flowing to workers and families, said Sonny Vinuya, President of the Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce. But we can't do it alone. We need Congress to help businesses respond to the hardships posed by this airborne disease and boost consumer confidence. That is why we are proud to endorse Senator Rosen and Senator Cramer's bipartisan FRESH AIR for Businesses Act and look forward to continuing to work with them to support our businesses, advance economic growth, and protect jobs. BACKGROUND: This bipartisan legislation is endorsed by the National Restaurant Association, the International Franchise Association, Small Business Roundtable, the Vegas Chamber, the Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce, the Nevada Urban Chamber of Commerce, and the Latin Chamber of Commerce Nevada, Inc., and the Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce The bipartisan Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act introduced by Senators Rosen (D-NV) and Cramer (R-ND) would provide a refundable tax credit to businesses and nonprofit organizations that purchase or upgrade their air ventilation, filtration, or purification systems to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and other airborne diseases. Specifically, the FRESH AIR for Businesses Act would: Provide businesses with a refundable payroll tax credit of up to $15,000 per location to cover 50 percent of qualified HVAC purchase, installation, or upgrade expenses incurred between February 1, 2020 and January 1, 2022. Cover half the cost of: Purchasing, installing, or upgrading HVAC systems designed to filter air at a rate of MERV 13 or higher, which use UV-base purification, or which provide fresh air supply of at least 17 cubic feet per minute per occupant and have the ability to direct air to minimize air exchange between neighboring zones; Purchasing standalone air cleaners and purifiers capable of providing at least 5 air changes per hour and using HEPA filters, UV-based purification, or EAC or ionization technology; and Purchasing related components such as HEPA filters and UV lights. Direct the Environmental Protection Agency and the Centers for Disease Control to jointly establish a voluntary certification to ensure systems meet high standards, reward businesses that create safe indoor environments for consumers and workers, and increase consumer confidence in returning to local businesses. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-nominated-house-appropriations-committee,Rep. Susie Lee Nominated to House Appropriations Committee,2020-12-17,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington,D.C. U.S. Rep.Susie Lee (Nev.-03)issued the following statement regarding hernominationtothe House Committee on Appropriations for the 117thCongress: It's an honortobe nominated to serve on the House Committee on Appropriations, and to be Nevada's voice in the room whereour nation's most critical funding decisions are made. Right now, our countryis facing unprecedentedchallenges thatrequiresignificantresourcesto address. I want to make sure those resources are put to good use.That starts with our response to the pandemic.My home state of Nevada has been ravaged byCOVID-19.Getting this pandemic under control and our economy back on track remainsmytop priority. Nevadansalsoknow all toowell the yearly push in Congress to direct funds towarddumping nuclear waste atYucca Mountain.It won't happenon my watch.I willmake surethatnot a single taxpayer dollar goes towardsthe revivalof Yucca Mountain. Federal funds areso importantfor working families. If appointed, I'llprioritizecritical programsthat supporteducation, veterans,nutrition,workforce development, infrastructure, and health care - especially mental health care.I will also ensure thatNevada's public lands are protected.Bottom line,Iwill fight forbudgets thatreflect our values. Throughout my first term, I have prioritizedbringingRepublicans and Democratstogetherto get things donefor Nevada families.Ihope I have the chance tobring thatsame approach to the Appropriations Committeein the 117thCongress. BACKGROUND: The House Committee on Appropriations is one of the most influential committees in Congress. The Committee is responsible for passing spending bills that fund the federal government and determining how taxpayer dollars are allocated to critical public resources and services",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-urges-colleagues-pass-covid-19-relief-support-problem-solvers-caucus,"***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Lee Urges Colleagues to Pass COVID-19 Relief, Support Problem Solvers Caucus Bipartisan Proposal",2020-12-09,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCHON YOUTUBE HERE DOWNLOADVIDEO HERE Washington,D.C. U.S. Rep.Susie Lee (Nev.-03) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to urge hercolleagues in Congress to come together to pass an additional bipartisan COVID-19 relief package. The following is a transcript of Rep. Lee's remarks: I rise today on behalf of the people of Nevada's ThirdCongressionalDistrict, with a plea toall ofmy colleagues. We are now entering the darkest period of this pandemic. Americans are scared, and I don't blame them. Americans are also angry, and they should be. They're angry at Congress and this administration for failing to pass more relief for struggling families, frontline workers, and small businesses. Thousands more Nevadans filed for unemployment during the last few weeks. Over 400,000 Nevadans remain at risk of eviction as housing assistance expires. And as this virusuncontrollably spreads in every corner of the country, our frontline workers and hospitals are overwhelmed with a tidal wave of new COVID-positive patients. There's no time for the political games that have consumed Congress for months. There never was. I'm pleadingto my Republican and Democratic colleagues, toourleadership, and to this administration: it's time to do our jobs and pass more COVID-19 relief now. BACKGROUND:On Dec. 1, the Problem Solvers Caucus and a bipartisan group of senators announced a$908 billion, bipartisanCOVID-19 emergency relief frameworktohelp American students, families, small businesses, workers, and health care providers during this crisis. After months of failed progress on relief talks, this most recentbipartisanproposal from the Problem Solvers Caucusjumpstartednegotiationsbetween the White House and Congressional leadership.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-secures-key-nevada-wins-bipartisan-annual-defense-bill,Rep. Susie Lee Secures Key Nevada Wins in Bipartisan Annual Defense Bill,2020-12-08,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington,D.C. U.S. Rep Susie Lee (Nev.-03)helpedsecure key wins for the state of Nevada in the 2020-2021National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), whichthe House of Representatives passedtoday.The NDAAfundstheU.S.Department of Defenseand supportsexpenditures and policy that support servicemembers, veterans, and national security. Today, Republicans and Democrats came together to support our servicemembers and veterans,andstrengthenour national security,said Rep. Lee.Along with strengthening our national defense at home and abroad, this bill also includes a well-deservedthreepercent pay raise for all servicemembersand a version of my Newborn Care Improvement Act to expand maternal health care for new veteran families. Most importantlyfor Nevada, I and therest of theNevada delegation secured a status quo extension of the Nevada Test and Training Range.Thisextensionsupportsour military andjobs for Nevada servicemembers, while also preserving our publicand tribal lands across the state.These priorities make it clear that Congress will support our servicemembers, veterans, and their families both on and off the battle field. BACKGROUND:Rep. Lee co-led an amendment, which was included in the final budget, to secure astatus quo extensionof theNevada Test and Training Range (NTTR). Earlier this year, Rep. Lee helped lead discussions around a compromise to secure an extension of the NTTR thatwouldalso guaranteesprotections for tribal resources, conservation, outdoor recreation and public access, and farming and ranching. Rep. Lee secured an amended version of her bill,the Newborn Care Improvement Act, which will expand maternal health care for new veteran mothers and families.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/comprehensive-veterans-suicide-prevention-package-championed-rep-lee-signed-law,Comprehensive Veterans Suicide Prevention Package Championed by Rep. Lee Signed Into Law,2020-12-07,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. TheVeterans Comprehensive Prevention, AccesstoCare, And Treatment Actof2020, orVeterans COMPACT Act, was signed into law by President Trump on Saturday, Dec. 5.The VeteransCOMPACT Act is a comprehensive, bipartisan set of policies thatimprovesveterans'suicide prevention, mental health care,andoutreachwithin theU.S.Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). TheVeterans COMPACT Act includes Rep. Lee's legislation,theLeave No Veteran Behind Act, whichrequires that the VAcontact veteranswhohave not had contact with VA intwoor more years to encourage them to receive comprehensive exams so that they continue their eligibility for coverage of emergency care not related to service-connected disabilities. Every day in this country, 20 veterans die by suicide, and the rate is even worse in Nevada,said Rep. Lee.Even one death per day is too many. Veterans need a health care system centered around their unique mental and physical health needs, which is what the Veterans COMPACT Actdoes. Of those 20 veterans, 14 of them did not seek medical treatment from the VA in over two years. My provision in the Veterans OMPACT Actimprovesoutreach and treatment,so we can bring those lost or forgotten veterans back to the VA system to get the treatment they need before it's too late. Veterans dealing with PTSD and other mental health issues need to know that they are not in this alone, and there are medical, mental-health, and support services available to them that can help. I am always motivated to bring Democrats and Republicans together to pass laws that can really make adifference,and I know that is what we accomplished today by enacting the Veterans COMPACT Act. BACKGROUND:The following areprovisions included intheVeterans COMPACT Act: Comprehensive Exams for Veterans-Thelaw requires that the VAcontact veteranswhohave not had contact with VA intwoor more years to encourage them to receive comprehensive exams so that they continue their eligibility for coverage of emergency care not related to service-connected disabilities.Rep. Lee authored this provision, which she first introduced as the Leave No Veteran Behind Act. Care for those in crisis-Thelawprovidesacute crisis care for emergent suicide symptoms (ACCESS Act). Help veterans build networks of support-The lawcreatesa pilot program on information sharing between Department of Veterans Affairs and designated relatives and friends of veterans regarding the assistance and benefits available to the veterans. Track outcomes of VA's outreach to transitioning servicemembers-The law requiresan annual report on the Solid Start program of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Tailored education for family members-The lawcreatesan education program for family members and caregivers of veterans with mental health disorders. Outdoor Recreation Task Force-The law establishesan Interagency Task Force on Outdoor Recreation for veterans. Require annual VA Police de-escalation and crisis intervention training. Analysis to meet needs of homeless women veterans- The law requiresa gap analysis of Department of Veterans Affairs programs that provide assistance to women veterans who are homeless. Women Veteran Usage ReportThe lawprovidesa report on locations where women veterans are using health care from the Department of Veterans Affairs.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases/amodei-votes-against-more-act,Amodei Votes Against the MORE Act,2020-12-04,2020,2020-12,Republican,House,NV,Mark E. Amodei,A000369,amodei.house.gov,amodei,https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases,scraper,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Logan Tucker, 202-225-6155 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) today released the following statement after voting against H.R. 3884, the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act: ""Since 1973, many states, including Nevada, have taken action to legalize or decriminalize penalties associated with the possession of marijuana. However, today's legislation goes far beyond those actions, as it has the potential to allow bad actors and criminal organizations to further exploit America's addiction crisis. Additionally, in a time of record deficits, I cannot support legislation that directs tax revenue from marijuana sales toward indeterminate social engineering. My concern is further heightened by Nevada's recent track record where recreational marijuana tax revenues were supposed to fund our public education system. That goal, from many viewpoints, has not materialized. ""Instead of focusing on legislation that will not be signed into law before the end of this Congress, House leadership should be focused on prioritizing relief for families, businesses of all sizes, and our medical providers who are still struggling amid the ongoing pandemic.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-06-28T00:42:23Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-announces-nearly-14-million-grant-improve-protect-nevada-s-water,"Rep. Lee Announces Nearly $1.4 Million Grant to Improve, Protect Nevadas Water Quality",2020-12-03,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) announced that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) $1,395,000 to implement Nevada's recently approved Nonpoint Source State (NPS) Management Plan. Rainfall moving over the ground causes nonpoint source pollution, leading to runoff that picks up natural and man-made pollutants as it flows. ""Every Nevadan knows how precious water management is in our state,"" said Rep. Lee. ""This federal grant will improve water management and reduce pollution in Nevada's waterways, something that needs to be a consistent priority. This grant is one of many things that can protect our waterways, public lands, and health. I'll continue to work day and night to ensure our state has the support it needs from our federal government."" BACKGROUND: Click here to learn more about the NDEP Nonpoint Source State Management Program. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-06-28T00:42:23Z https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases/amodei-gottheimer-coin-modification-bill-save-taxpayers-millions-annually-passes,"AMODEI-GOTTHEIMER COIN MODIFICATION BILL TO SAVE TAXPAYERS MILLIONS ANNUALLY PASSES HOUSE, HEADS TO SENATE",2020-12-02,2020,2020-12,Republican,House,NV,Mark E. Amodei,A000369,amodei.house.gov,amodei,https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases,scraper,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Logan Tucker, 202-225-6155 (Amodei) Contact: James Adams, 202-740-0701 (Gottheimer) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Mark Amodei (NV-02) and Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) today released the following statements after the House passed H.R. 7995, the Coin Metal Modification Authorization & Cost Savings Act, bipartisan legislation they introduced in August that could potentially save taxpayers millions of dollars each year by allowing the U.S. Mint to begin producing coins at a more cost-effective rate. ""With the United States spending billions of dollars to manufacture currency, recent reports have suggested that modifying the metallic composition of coins would not only allow the Mint to begin producing coins at a more cost-effective rate, but could save taxpayers millions of dollars in the process,"" said Rep. Amodei. ""However, until existing law is modified, the Mint does not have the authority to make that change, preventing it from operating as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. Our bill takes a balanced approach to modifying existing law in a way that maintains congressional oversight while finally allowing the Mint to produce coins at a rate that will significantly reduce costs incurred by taxpayers. Now more than ever, it's critical that we continue looking for innovative ways to reign in wasteful spending to ensure the most responsible use of hard-earned taxpayer dollars. I thank Congressman Gottheimer for teaming up with me on this common-sense solution that will alleviate some of the financial strains felt by taxpayers during these uncertain times."" ""Being able to keep our currency in circulation is critical to our nation's economy and small businesses, especially during this economic crisis,"" said Rep. Gottheimer. ""I'm pleased that this bill will allow the U.S. Mint to use new technologies and methods to mint new coins so the nation does not suffer a shortage while also saving tax payer dollars."" Background: In 2017, the United States spent $1.3 billion to manufacture currency. While Congress has previously discussed replacing $1 bills with coins, or changing the metals used in the nickel to cut costs, $1 bills are lasting longer than they ever have, and the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has estimated it's cheaper to keep the paper notes. However, changing the metallic composition of coins — without affecting the way they look or work – could allow the U.S. Mint to begin producing coins at a more cost-effective rate and potentially save taxpayers a significant amount of money each year. Unfortunately, current law does not give the Mint the authority to make that change. Additionally, the GAO has stated: ""Without such authority, the Mint might not be producing coins as cost-effectively as possible."" Since Congress has the authority to specify which coins are made, the GAO and U.S. Mint have both proposed that Congress should consider amending existing law to provide the U.S. Mint Director with the authority to alter the metal composition of circulating coins if the new metal compositions reduce the cost of coin production. The Coin Metal Modification Authorization & Cost Savings Act would give the U.S. Mint that authority by taking a common-sense and balanced approach to modifying existing law, while reducing costs incurred by taxpayers and paying respect to the general public and relevant stakeholders. More specifically, this legislation would: Give Congress 90 legislative days to review new coin metal compositions proposed by the Mint and provide for expedited consideration of a joint resolution of disapproval, should Congress find a proposed modification not to be justified; and Require that new coin metal compositions have a ""seamless"" transition into the marketplace, in that the new metal compositions reduce the cost of coin production and do not affect the size, weight, appearance, or electromagnetic signature of the coins. Companion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Mike Enzi (R-WY) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-06-28T00:42:23Z https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases/amodei-gottheimer-coin-modification-bill-save-taxpayers-millions-annually-passes-house,"AMODEI-GOTTHEIMER COIN MODIFICATION BILL TO SAVE TAXPAYERS MILLIONS ANNUALLY PASSES HOUSE, HEADS TO SENATE",2020-12-02,2020,2020-12,Republican,House,NV,Mark Amodei,A000369,amodei.house.gov,,,legacy,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Logan Tucker, 202-225-6155 (Amodei) Contact: James Adams, 202-740-0701 (Gottheimer) WASHINGTON, D.C. Representatives Mark Amodei (NV-02) and Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) today released the following statements after the House passed H.R. 7995, the Coin Metal Modification Authorization & Cost Savings Act, bipartisan legislation they introduced in August that could potentially save taxpayers millions of dollars each year by allowing the U.S. Mint to begin producing coins at a more cost-effective rate. With the United States spending billions of dollars to manufacture currency, recent reports have suggested that modifying the metallic composition of coins would not only allow the Mint to begin producing coins at a more cost-effective rate, but could save taxpayers millions of dollars in the process, said Rep. Amodei. However, until existing law is modified, the Mint does not have the authority to make that change, preventing it from operating as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. Our bill takes a balanced approach to modifying existing law in a way that maintains congressional oversight while finally allowing the Mint to produce coins at a rate that will significantly reduce costs incurred by taxpayers. Now more than ever, it's critical that we continue looking for innovative ways to reign in wasteful spending to ensure the most responsible use of hard-earned taxpayer dollars. I thank Congressman Gottheimer for teaming up with me on this common-sense solution that will alleviate some of the financial strains felt by taxpayers during these uncertain times. Being able to keep our currency in circulation is critical to our nation's economy and small businesses, especially during this economic crisis,said Rep. Gottheimer. I'm pleased that this bill will allow the U.S. Mint to use new technologies and methods to mint new coins so the nation does not suffer a shortage while also saving tax payer dollars. Background: In 2017, the United States spent $1.3 billion to manufacture currency. While Congress has previously discussed replacing $1 bills with coins, or changing the metals used in the nickel to cut costs, $1 bills are lasting longer than they ever have, and the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has estimated it's cheaper to keep the paper notes. However, changing the metallic composition of coins without affecting the way they look or work could allow the U.S. Mint to begin producing coins at a more cost-effective rate and potentially save taxpayers a significant amount of money each year. Unfortunately, current law does not give the Mint the authority to make that change. Additionally, the GAO has stated: Without such authority, the Mint might not be producing coins as cost-effectively as possible. Since Congress has the authority to specify which coins are made, the GAO and U.S. Mint have both proposed that Congress should consider amending existing law to provide the U.S. Mint Director with the authority to alter the metal composition of circulating coins if the new metal compositions reduce the cost of coin production. The Coin Metal Modification Authorization & Cost Savings Act would give the U.S. Mint that authority by taking a common-sense and balanced approach to modifying existing law, while reducing costs incurred by taxpayers and paying respect to the general public and relevant stakeholders. More specifically, this legislation would: Give Congress 90 legislative days to review new coin metal compositions proposed by the Mint and provide for expedited consideration of a joint resolution of disapproval, should Congress find a proposed modification not to be justified; and Require that new coin metal compositions have a seamless transition into the marketplace, in that the new metal compositions reduce the cost of coin production and do not affect the size, weight, appearance, or electromagnetic signature of the coins. Companion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Mike Enzi (R-WY) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH). ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/problem-solvers-caucus-senate-partners-unveil-bipartisan-bicameral-4-month,"Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan, Bicameral 4-Month COVID-19 Emergency Relief Package",2020-12-01,2020,2020-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. - The Problem Solvers Caucus and a bipartisan group of senators announced a four-month bipartisan, bicameral COVID-19 emergency relief framework that will help American students, families, small businesses, workers, and health care providers during this crisis. The Problem Solvers Caucus, 25 Democrats and 25 Republicans, helped develop the bicameral package. The framework allocates $908 billion in total aid, including both new funding and the reallocation of previously appropriated CARES Act funding. The framework targets resources to the following key categories: State, Local, and Tribal Governments - $160 billion Additional Unemployment Insurance (UI) - $180 billion Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) including restaurants, stages, and deductibility - $288 billion CDFI/MDI Community Lender Support - $12 billion Transportation (Airlines, Airports, Buses, Transit and Amtrak) - $45 billion Vaccine Development and Distribution and Testing and Tracing - $16 billion Healthcare Provider Relief Fund - $35 billion Education Funding - $82 billion Student Loans - $4 billion Housing Assistance (Rental) - $25 billion Nutrition/Agriculture - $26 billion U.S. Postal Service - $10 billion Child Care - $10 billion Dedicated Broadband Funding - $10 billion Opioid Funding - $5 billion ""I join my Problem Solvers Caucus colleagues in urging congressional leadership to put country over party and politics by considering our new bipartisan framework for COVID-19 relief,"" said Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03). ""Clearly, some concessions were made in crafting this framework because we are running out of time to get relief to our working families, frontline workers, and small businesses, who have been devastated by this pandemic. We can no longer wait. It's our responsibility to get this done now. Nevadans and the American people have waited far too long."" ""For far too long, working families, small businesses, local governments, critical health care providers, and school districts across America have been left wondering when Washington would stop the partisan bickering and pass a comprehensive stimulus package,"" said Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chair Tom Reed (N.Y.-23). ""Now, we have a bipartisan, bicameral deal that directly addresses the needs of the nation and best positions the country for an effective rollout of a COVID-19 vaccine. It's time to come together as proud Americans and get the job done."" ""This is a win for the American people, for common sense, and for problem solving. With cases spiking, winter around the corner, and countless small businesses closing every day, and far too many families hurting, we simply cannot leave anyone out in the cold. This is an essential down payment on what our families, small businesses, and local communities need,"" said Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chair Josh Gottheimer (N.J.-05). ""This four-month COVID-19 emergency relief package will get us through the hardest months of winter and into a new Administration."" ""Our nation's top economists and the White House have made it clear: Congress needs to act sooner than later on targeted focused relief,"" said Rep. Dusty Johnson (S.D.-A.L.). ""I'm proud to be a part of this bipartisan, bicameral group that's put much-needed relief before politics. More than half of these dollars have been repurposed from CARES Act funding – it's a responsible proposal. Our teachers, healthcare workers, business owners, and producers continue to step up as we battle COVID-19, it's time Congress does too."" ""The need is great, the time is short, and the urgency is real. Our bipartisan, bicameral working group has found common ground, and now Congress must begin restoring faith in our government by passing an emergency COVID relief measure before year's end,"" said Rep. Dean Phillips (Minn.-03). ""Michigan just had the deadliest month from COVID-19 since the pandemic began. I hear daily from constituents who are struggling to make ends meet. Congress should not go home until we are able to get a COVID-19 deal passed and signed, delivering real help to those who need it most. It's time for us to step up, and our colleagues need to get behind this effort or out of the way,"" said Rep. Fred Upton (Mich.-06). ""Working families, small businesses, restaurant owners, and our communities need relief — and Congress must act. The failure to provide that relief over the last several months has been shameful, especially given that there are relief provisions and programs that are supported by both parties and both chambers of Congress, and most importantly, needed by the American people and our economy,"" said Rep. Abigail Spanberger (Va.-07). ""This bipartisan, bicameral package reflects the priorities of the Seventh District — including funding for unemployment assistance, PPP, food assistance programs and our district's farmers, rental assistance, broadband internet, and opioid treatment. Today we have demonstrated that we can unite around a common purpose in the face of a national emergency, and I urge my colleagues — as well as House and Senate leadership — to bring this package forward for a vote."" ""With the development of multiple successful vaccines, we are on the cusp of beating covid-19 and restoring our way of life, but we are not there yet. This sensible, bipartisan, bicameral proposal will provide those most in need with the bridge necessary to see us through this crisis. The time to act is now,"" said Rep. Anthony Gonzalez (Ohio-16). ""Americans need to get through the darkness of winter, when we expect to see an explosion of COVID cases impact every part of our society – from small businesses, to frontline workers, and health care providers. The new Paycheck Protection Program funding, State and Local assistance, and support for unemployment insurance in our bipartisan, bicameral COVID relief framework package are all absolutely vital. I'm hopeful that what we proposed this morning will get through the House and Senate this month, ultimately to the President's desk to sign,"" said Rep. Brad Schneider (Ill.-10). ""I am proud of the strong bipartisan and bicameral work being done by the Problem Solvers Caucus. The American people need immediate relief,"" said Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.-01). ""The time for political gamesmanship is over. It is absurd that we are still engaged in partisan bickering when the American people are losing their homes, jobs, and businesses. We cannot afford to wait any longer. We need to do our job, and get America back to work."" Rep. Kurt Schrader (Ore.-05) said, ""As COVID cases skyrocket nationwide, Americans are struggling. It is getting more and more difficult for small businesses to keep their lights on and workers employed. Folks need relief now and it's time to put party aside and do what is right. This package is a bipartisan, bicameral solution, the only one of its kind. I urge leaders of the House and Senate to put this package on the floor now and get aid in to the hands of the American people."" ""Congress cannot sit idle, allowing partisan politics to outweigh the needs of the American people. This package proves when negotiating in good faith, putting party aside, and working on behalf of your constituents, there is progress to be made. Republicans and Democrats must come together to help the millions of workers, businesses, and families hurting as a result of this pandemic,"" said Rep. Van Taylor (Texas-03). ""The American people are counting on us to help their families, businesses and communities recover from this brutal public health and economic crisis,"" said Rep. Scott Peters (Calif.-52). ""The only way a new COVID package gets done is to do our jobs and come together. The bicameral, bipartisan framework announced today by the Problem Solvers Caucus offers a fair, short-term emergency solution that puts country over party."" Rep. John Katko (N.Y.-24) said, ""This framework is the direct result of continued bipartisan collaboration between lawmakers from both chambers of Congress. Central New York and our nation desperately need additional COVID-19 relief. This bipartisan, bicameral framework represents an important step forward in delivering critical relief to the frontlines."" ""Although the new administration, rightfully and thankfully, has made pandemic relief a priority, our country and communities cannot wait any longer. The pandemic is exploding, our hospitals are bursting, and our economy is hurting. Our strategy to defeat this disease has been federally funded, state mandated, and locally executed. Now more than ever, the federal government must live up to its obligation and provide temporary relief prior to the proper distribution of a vaccine so that we can control the virus, save lives, and support our communities. This temporary relief package is a prime example of the bipartisan and bicameral leadership that must be done for us to get things done in the 117th Congress,"" said Rep. Jimmy Panetta (Calif.-20). ""This has been the best compromise COVID relief package I've seen yet and it will bring much needed assistance to American's businesses, families and workers,"" said Rep. Don Bacon (Neb.-02). ""Our businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, leading to less money in the pockets of hardworking families, and less funding for governments to keep essential services such as first responders. This proposal is also the most fiscally responsible of the options I've seen. As a member of the PSC, I know we must put politics aside and come to this bipartisan solution to help all Americans."" ""We cannot wait any longer for COVID relief. In addition to the heartbreaking loss from the pandemic, Washington inaction is hurting our communities. Our families, schools, small businesses, local governments, essential workers, and local economies need assistance. This compromise, led by members of both parties and both the House and Senate, needs to get done. With critical aid to small businesses, unemployment benefits, money for state and local governments, investment in education, child care, health care, and the postal service, we can get help to those who need it most. It's time to cut through the partisan politics and deliver much-needed relief,"" said Rep. Anthony Brindisi (N.Y.-22). ""Many of the programs that receive funding in this bipartisan relief bill, including the Paycheck Protection Program, have had tremendous success and in some cases have made the difference between a small business being able to keep its doors open or not,"" said Rep. Will Hurd (Texas-23). ""This bill is the culmination of what should have happened months ago: Bicameral, bipartisan negotiations. I urge my colleagues to support it so that we can deliver direct assistance now to the educators, small business owners, health care professionals and American workers who desperately need it."" ​""Millions of hard-working families and small businesses are struggling as a result of this pandemic. We should seize this bipartisan opportunity to get something done and help them receive the boost they need now. Congress should do its job and show results,"" said Rep. Ben McAdams (Utah-04). BACKGROUND: A breakdown of the COVID-19 emergency relief framework can be found HERE. Problem Solvers Co-Chairs Tom Reed (N.Y.-23) and Josh Gottheimer (N.J.-05), as well as Reps. Dusty Johnson (S.D.-A.L.), Dean Phillips (Minn.-03), Fred Upton (Mich.-06), Abigail Spanberger (Va.-07), and Anthony Gonzalez (Ohio-16) were joined today by Senators Joe Manchin (W.Va.), Susan Collins (Maine), Mark Warner (Va.), Bill Cassidy (La.), Jeanne Shaheen (N.H.), Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), Angus King (Maine), Mitt Romney (Utah), and Maggie Hassan (N.H.). The Problem Solvers Caucus is a bipartisan group in Congress comprised of 50 members – equally divided between Democrats and Republicans – who are committed to forging bipartisan cooperation on key issues. It is co-chaired by Congressman Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) and Congressman Tom Reed (R-N.Y.). ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-06-28T00:42:23Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-helps-pass-national-apprenticeship-act-investment-critical,"Rep. Susie Lee Helps Pass National Apprenticeship Act, Investment in Critical Workforce Development Programs",2020-11-20,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) helped pass the National Apprenticeship Act of 2020 in the U.S. House of Representatives. This bill would expand access to high-quality, federally funded Registered Apprenticeships, youth apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeships. Investing in Registered Apprenticeships, and workforce development as a whole, has been a top priority for Rep. Lee in the 116th Congress. ""For the long-term health of Nevada's economy and working families, we need to invest in workforce development now,"" said Rep. Lee. ""The National Apprenticeship Act would create more stability in our workforce, which is exactly what hard-hit states like Nevada will need post-pandemic. Registered Apprenticeships are our nation's most successful federal workforce development program, with a 94 percent hiring rate for workers who complete a Registered Apprenticeship, and an average starting salary of $70,000 a year. The National Apprenticeship Act will prepare our workforce for the post-pandemic job market and give Nevada workers more opportunities to succeed."" BACKGROUND: Click here to read a National Apprenticeship Act fact sheet. Click here to read a National Apprenticeship Act Section by Section. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-06-28T00:39:51Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-elected-serve-regional-representative-steering-and-policy,Rep. Susie Lee Elected to Serve as Regional Representative on Steering and Policy Committee,2020-11-18,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington D.C. – U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) issued the following statement regarding her election, by unanimous consent, to serve as the Mountain West and Pacific Northwest Regional Representative for the House Democratic Caucus Steering and Policy Committee: ""I'm grateful to have this opportunity to further advocate for southern Nevada and the region as a whole. My top priority is fighting for the issues that matter to my constituents, and this role will help me give them an even stronger voice in Washington. First and foremost, I will be advocating for policies to get this pandemic under control and get our economy back on track.""",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-06-28T00:39:51Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-transcript-following-hearing-american-manufacturing-industry-response-covid-19,Rosen Transcript Following Hearing on American Manufacturing Industry Response to COVID-19,2020-11-18,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C.Yesterday, during a hearing of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Manufacturing, Trade, and Consumer Protection, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) spoke with American manufacturing leaders on the industry's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Witnesses present for the hearing included Ravi Bulusu, Co-Founder of wholesale pharmaceutical distribution company MolMas; Rick Krska, President and Chief Executive Servant of toner remanufacturing company TonerCycle/LaserCycle; Michael Wessel, commissioner of the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC); and Tiffany Stovall, CEO of Kansas Manufacturing Solutions. A transcript of the Senator's full exchange can be found below, and a videoof the Senator's full exchange can be foundhere. ROSEN: I want to build upon what my colleagues have already asked you about workforce training and re-training. During the pandemic, American ingenuity has been a bright spot, and our nation has exhibited many of your companies and many in my state the ability to tackle these insurmountable problems. For example, when the pandemic hit, there was a plastics manufacturer in Sparks, Nevada. They started making face shields and safety partitions for casinos, restaurants, and government agencies. The University of Nevada, Reno's Innovation Center teamed up with our state's MEP center, Nevada Industry Excellence, to produce gowns for local health care workers. This August, I had the opportunity to virtually visit with Frey Ranch, it's in Churchill County. They make whiskey and bourbon and shifted to producing hand sanitizer. Similarly, work began at Las Vegas Distillery in Henderson, they pivoted their operations from vodka, rum, and whisky to also produce hand sanitizer. So I want to thank you for addressing some of the challenges that we have doing this for PPE and some of the other things like workforce training because we know that having a skilled workforce that is able to be nimble and readily adapt is going to impact how quickly our businesses can come back.But I'd like to build on that a bit because I also believe that we have to build consumer confidence for going back indoors. What are we all worried about? The quality of our air. Indoor air quality is what stops us from going to restaurants, to arenas, to concerts, hotels, and casinos like I have in Nevada. So Ms. Stovall, in your experience working with small- and medium-sized manufacturers, do you know of companies that are working to produce the very important type of HEPA filters and the filtration systems that we're going to need, those electronic air cleaners, that will help jumpstart our economy and make us feel more comfortable to go back indoors through this pandemic? STOVALL: Thank you for the question. Yes, as a matter of fact. Earlier in your comments you referenced ingenuity and the ingenuity of manufacturers. Manufacturing is built on innovation. We are a country of makers. We make things. So it's in times like these when we have critical needs, needs that may be a little bit different than they were six months prior to that, that companies are looking to say, how can we do better at meeting the need? That's where this innovation comes from. Companies are doing this on their own. I keep pointing that out because I want you all to really understand the time, the dollar investment, what manufacturers are doing on their own and what we need to be able to do to support them. So back to your question of, are there companies that are looking at indoor air quality? Absolutely. They are because that is a need. So while we are looking at what are our needs right now, masks, ventilators those kinds of needs we're also looking at what gets us back to some sense of normalcy? Which is, what will make the public comfortable with going into buildings, into retail spaces and office spaces? And that is an increased focus on indoor air quality so yes, that is something that is being looked at by manufacturers not only in Kansas but across the country. ROSEN:Well, I thank you for that. I would like to speak a little bit more about, I know that there is another committee meeting coming up right after us so I will submit those questions for the record. I think it is really important that we talk about indoor air quality because it is key to getting folks back to sports, schools, and all of the things that we all miss so dearly. Thank you all for being here today. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-co-sponsors-resolution-commemorating-native-american-heritage-month,Rosen Co-Sponsors Resolution Commemorating Native American Heritage Month,2020-11-17,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement announcing her original co-sponsorship of a resolution to commemorate Native American Heritage Month, celebrated each November, as well as recognize the vibrant culture and traditions of Native Americans and their contributions to the history of the United States. Native American History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural history of Nevada's tribal communities, said Senator Rosen. We must protect and strengthen our native communities by including their voices in comprehensive policy solutions that recognize this history and ensure Tribal communities thrive in the years to come. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases/amodei-thanks-rural-representative-martin-paris,AMODEI THANKS RURAL REPRESENTATIVE MARTIN PARIS,2020-11-16,2020,2020-11,Republican,House,NV,Mark E. Amodei,A000369,amodei.house.gov,amodei,https://amodei.house.gov/news-releases,scraper,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Logan Tucker, 202-225-6155 ELKO, Nev. – Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-02) today announced his Rural Representative Martin Paris will be stepping down from his position in the Congressman's Elko Office to return home to Battle Mountain where he will help manage his family's ranching business. Congressman Amodei thanked Paris for his nearly five years of dedicated service. ""On behalf of the constituents of CD-2, I want to thank Martin for his tireless work on the issues that are most important to our folks in the rurals. As a lifelong Nevadan with a strong ranching background, Martin's extensive knowledge and understanding of the unique needs of our rural communities has been an invaluable asset, and his successor will certainly have big shoes to fill. I wish Martin the best of luck as he transitions into this new chapter and thank him for his dedicated service to the Silver State."" Background: As Congressman Amodei's Rural Representative, Paris assisted Nevadans by putting them in contact with federal, state, and local agencies. Prior to joining Congressman Amodei's staff, he worked as a resource technician at an environmental consulting company where he handled rangeland issues among other projects. Paris was born in Reno and grew up on his family's cattle ranch in Battle Mountain. After graduating from Battle Mountain High School, he attended California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, CA, where he graduated with a B.A. in political science in 2014. Amodei is the only federally elected official with an office presence in Elko and is in the process of finding a successor to Paris. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-06-28T00:39:51Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-cortez-masto-announce-600000-hhs-grant-assist-nevada-homeless-and-risk-youth,"Rosen, Cortez Masto Announce $600,000 HHS Grant to Assist Nevada Homeless and At-Risk Youth",2020-11-16,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement announcing that The Children's Cabinet, a Reno-based community service organization, received a grant from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) totaling $600,000 over a three-year period. The funding may be used to support community outreach, temporary shelter facilities, and counseling services to runaway and homeless youth in Nevada. Youth homelessness is a critical issue, and unfortunately, one that disproportionately impacts our state, said the Senators. Last year, Nevada experienced the highest rate of youth homelessness in the country. This issue puts our children at risk of serious harm, and it impacts public health and safety. We are glad to see that The Children's Cabinet has been awarded this grant funding to provide critical resources and a safe place for youth experiencing homelessness or an unstable living environment. We will continue working in Congress to protect the safety and well-being of all of Nevada's children. BACKGROUND:Using this $600,000 grant, The Children's Cabinet estimates it can provide services to 7,500 young people in Washoe County for each of the next three years. Established in 1985, The Children's Cabinet exists to keep children safe and families together by offering services and resources that address unmet needs. The Children's Cabinet helps more than 12,000 families annually with a wide range of services: basic needs, child care resources, education, and work experience programs, crisis intervention, and family counseling. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-named-2020-congressional-media-diversity-champion,Rosen Named 2020 Congressional Media Diversity Champion,2020-11-16,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet, released the following statement announcing she was named a Congressional Media Diversity Champion by the Multicultural Media Correspondents Association. Senator Rosen was honored for her work to support greater mediadiversity and inclusion. When we have more voices at the table, we can build a healthier democracy, said Senator Rosen. This means having people from diverse backgrounds and cultures reporting on every story and bringing to light both the challenges we must address and the opportunities we must create in every community. I'm honored to receive this recognition, and I pledge to continue working to ensure that our newsrooms, production offices, and media boardrooms are reflective of America's diversity. BACKGROUND: Last year, Senator Rosen, along with Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution calling for increased diversity in American media. Representatives Val Demings (D-FL) and Jennifer Gonzlez-Coln (R-PR) led the resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-applauds-27-million-grant-funding-provide-high-speed-broadband-services-rural-nevada,Rosen Applauds $2.7 Million in Grant Funding to Provide High-Speed Broadband Services in Rural Nevada,2020-11-13,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement applauding news that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded a grant of $2.7 million to provide high-speed broadband internet in Elko County, Nevada. Location should not be a factor that determines whether Nevadans can access high-speed broadband internet connections, said Senator Rosen. I'm glad to see the USDA award this much-needed funding to benefit Nevada's rural communities and help them access important services, such as telehealth and education tools, during this difficult time. BACKGROUND: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $10.6 million to provide broadband service in unserved and underserved rural areas in Utah, Nevada, Idaho and Wyoming. This investment is part of the $550 million Congress allocated to the second round of the ReConnect Program. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-announces-american-hospital-association-endorsement-her-bipartisan-legislation-study-full,Rosen Announces American Hospital Association Endorsement of Her Bipartisan Legislation to Study the Full Health Impacts of COVID-19,2020-11-12,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, released the following statement announcing that her bipartisan Ensuring Understanding of COVID-19 to Protect Public Health Act (S.3595) has recently been endorsed by the American Hospital Association (AHA): Given the recent accelerated spread of COVID-19, we must work diligently to not only track patient treatment outcomes, but also study the full health impacts of this disease across a wide range of demographics, including both short and long-term impacts, said Senator Rosen. I'm honored to have the support of the AHA for this important legislation that will ensure scientists and medical experts include a diverse set of patients in their research so we better treat patients from all backgrounds. I will continue working to protect the health and well-being of Nevadans and all Americans as we confront this unprecedented public health crisis. We applaud Senators Rosen and Rubio for working to give the NIH, CDC and other federal partners the resources they need to better understand the short and long-term clinical effects of the coronavirus, said Tom Nickels, Executive Vice President, Government Relations and Public Policy at the American Hospital Association. Hospitals and health systems on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19 need the best possible information about this novel disease so they can continue to treat patients and save lives. BACKGROUND: In May, Senator Rosen and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) introduced the Ensuring Understanding of COVID-19 to Protect Public Health Act, bipartisan legislation that would direct the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to conduct a longitudinal study on mild, moderate, and severe cases of COVID-19 on a diverse patient population to ensure the U.S. gains a full understanding of both the short and long-term health impacts of the novel coronavirus. Identical companion legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives by Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Michael Burgess (R-TX), Anna Eshoo (D-CA), and Brett Guthrie (R-KY). The bill passed the House of Representatives in September as part of the HEROES Act 2.0, comprehensive COVID-19 relief legislation. In addition to Rubio, Rosen's bill has garnered a dozen bipartisan co-sponsors in the Senate, including Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Tom Carper (D-DE), Tina Smith (D-MN), Gary Peters (D-MI), Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Christopher Murphy (D-CT). This legislation is also endorsed by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Families USA, America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP), the Gerontological Society of America, the American Public Health Association, Healthcare Leadership Council, Catholic Health Association, 2020 Mom, the American Occupational Therapy Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the March of Dimes, Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (C-TAC), Trust for America's Health, Mom Congress, National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the National Council on Aging, and the National Rural Health Association. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-susie-lee-releases-video-statement-commemorating,***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Susie Lee Releases Video Statement Commemorating Veterans Day,2020-11-11,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCH VIDEO ON TWITTER HERE DOWNLOAD VIDEO HERE Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) releaseda videostatement honoring Veterans Day.Below is a transcript of her remarks: Hi there, I wanted to wish everyone a happy Veterans Day.Today is a day of recognition. Recognition of every man and woman who has answered the call to defend our freedom. There's no higher form of service than serving our country, and that's why Veterans Day is so important. Our recognition and thanks are the least we can do. However, if we want our recognition to mean something, we need to back it up with real action. If you sign up to defend our freedom, it's our duty to make sure you have the opportunities to succeed when you come home. That's how we say thank you. I promise that I will keep fighting for you in Congress andensure that you have the opportunities that you have earned. To all of our veteransherein Nevada and throughout the country,I saythank youand happy Veterans Day.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-commemorating-veterans-day,Rosen Statement Commemorating Veterans Day,2020-11-11,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement commemorating Veterans Day: Nevada is home to over 225,000 veterans, and Veterans Day gives our state and this country an opportunity to show our gratitude for their tremendous service, said Senator Rosen. We honor the sacrifices made by our brave men and women in uniform and pay respect to the generations before them who defended America's freedom. Veterans continue to be models of patriotism and courage across the globe, and it is our responsibility to ensure they have an honorable transition back into civilian life. That includes access to high-quality health care, transition support, disability compensation, mental health services, and educational assistance. While sending our thanks, let us also rededicate ourselves to working together to ensure no veteran is left behind. I honor our country's veterans and their families today and on all days. BACKGROUND: Yesterday, Senator Rosen held a roundtable with a group of Nevada veterans to discuss issues facing the veteran community. In September, Senator Rosen introduced theVA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act, a bipartisan bill that would build upon the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) strong suicide prevention efforts by implementing a Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program at five VA medical centers across the nation, one of which must serve primarily veterans who live in rural and remote areas. Last year, Senator Rosen introduced theHire Student Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation to expand the existing Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to ensure that all student veterans using their GI benefits can take advantage of paid internships or work opportunities while in school. Senator Rosen also introduced theGI Bill Planning Act of 2019, bipartisan legislation to provide military enlistees additional time to pick their preferred GI Bill education benefits plan, instead of having to do so at arrival at Basic Training, which is a chaotic environment with little opportunity for recruits to make an informed decision about their future. Senator Rosen is a co-sponsor of S. 3503, a bipartisan bill to authorize the VA to cover the housing costs of student veterans taking part in distance learning as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This bill was signed into law in March 2020. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/ahead-veterans-day-rosen-holds-virtual-roundtable-veteran-service-officers-advocates,"Ahead of Veterans Day, Rosen Holds Virtual Roundtable with Veteran Service Officers & Advocates",2020-11-10,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) held a virtual roundtable with Nevada Veteran Services Officers (VSOs) and veteran advocates. During the roundtable discussion, Senator Rosen and the participants discussed issues affecting Nevada's veterans during COVID-19, as well as the latest updates on benefits to help our veterans. Nevada's dedicated veterans served this country, and now it is our duty to serve them, said Senator Rosen. In honoring their service to this nation, we must prioritize understanding the unique difficulties that veterans face and develop solutions to help our American heroes. That's why I am proud to be the sponsor of bipartisan legislation that would help expand our veteran workforce, provide veterans greater access to affordable housing, and assist student veterans in their educational pursuits. This Veterans Day, let's honor the service of our men and women in uniform and remain focused on keeping our nation's promise to look out for our servicemembers when they return home. BACKGROUND: In September, Senator Rosen introduced theVA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act, a bipartisan bill that would build upon the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) strong suicide prevention efforts by implementing a Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program at five VA medical centers across the nation, one of which must serve primarily veterans who live in rural and remote areas. Last year, Senator Rosen introduced theHire Student Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation to expand the existing Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to ensure that all student veterans using their GI benefits can take advantage of paid internships or work opportunities while in school. Senator Rosen is also the lead sponsor of the Access to Affordable Housing for Veterans Act of 2019, bipartisan legislation to ensure that veterans are proactively made aware of their VA home loan options, including providing them information about whether or not such an option is more affordable than a conventional loan. Senator Rosen also introduced theGI Bill Planning Act of 2019, bipartisan legislation to provide military enlistees additional time to pick their preferred GI Bill education benefits plan, instead of having to do so at arrival at Basic Training, which is a chaotic environment with little opportunity for recruits to make an informed decision about their future. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-supreme-court-hearing-determine-affordable-care-acts-future,Rosen Statement on Supreme Court Hearing to Determine Affordable Care Act’s Future,2020-11-10,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), released the following statement in response to the United States Supreme Court hearing California v. Texas, a case that may determine the future of the Affordable Care Act (ACA): Access to quality, affordable health care coverage is critical, especially now, said Senator Rosen. Since becoming law, the Affordable Care Act has guaranteed health care to thousands of Nevada families, regardless of pre-existing conditions. Without the ACA's protections in place, Americans will be in danger of losing health care coverage in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. I call on the Supreme Court to uphold the ACA and rule against this attempt to sabotage our nation's health care law. I will continue to fight on behalf of all Nevadans who demand and deserve access to quality health care. BACKGROUND: In one of her first actions in the Senate, Senator Rosen joined Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) inintroducing a resolutionto authorize Senate Legal Counsel to intervene in Texas v. United States a lawsuit that was a precursor to the current case California v. Texas on behalf of the U.S. Senate, in order to defend the Affordable Care Act and its protections for people with pre-existing conditions. Last year, Senator Rosen co-sponsored theFamily Coverage Act, legislation that would amend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to provide tax credits to offset the cost of health insurance to spouses and children when an individual's employer-sponsored coverage is not affordable for their family. Last year, Senator Rosen alsoco-sponsored legislationto block implementation of the Trump Administration's rule expanding short-term health insurance plans that do not include protections for pre-existing conditions or provide essential health benefits. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-colleagues-send-letter-urging-va-aggressively-implement-2018-executive-order-end-veteran,"Rosen, Colleagues Send Letter Urging VA to Aggressively Implement 2018 Executive Order to End Veteran Suicide Epidemic",2020-11-06,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"LAS VEGAS, NV U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined a letter led by Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) urging the Department to improve veterans' access to mental health care by following through on authorities under President Donald Trump's Executive Order (EO) 13822 to increase veterans' access to mental health care. The signage of S. 785, the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act, into law is an important step in addressing veterans' mental health and preventing suicide, wrote the Senators. We were proud to write and pass this law, with Chairman Jerry Moran and colleagues in the Senate and House of Representatives, to honor the legacy of a former Navy SEAL and Montanan who lost his life to the invisible wounds of war. On the heels of its signage, as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) takes action to implement its critical provisions and new authorities, VA must in parallel take a more aggressive, all-hands-on-deck approach towards getting veterans the mental health resources they need and ending the veteran suicide epidemic. BACKGROUND: In September, Rosen introduced the VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act (S. 4545), a bipartisan bill that would build upon the VA's strong suicide prevention efforts by implementing a Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program at five VA medical centers across the nation, one of which must serve primarily veterans who live in rural and remote areas. Read the full text of the letter here and below: Dear Secretary Wilkie, The signage of S. 785, the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act, into law is an important step in addressing veterans' mental health and preventing suicide. We were proud to write and pass this law, with Chairman Jerry Moran and colleagues in the Senate and House of Representatives, to honor the legacy of a former Navy SEAL and Montanan who lost his life to the invisible wounds of war. On the heels of its signage, as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) takes action to implement its critical provisions and new authorities, VA must in parallel take a more aggressive, all-hands-on-deck approach towards getting veterans the mental health resources they need and ending the veteran suicide epidemic. Veterans are at the highest risk for suicide during the first 12 months of their separation from the military. On January 9, 2018, the President signed Executive Order (EO) 13822 entitled Supporting our Veterans During Their Transition from Uniformed Service to Civilian Life. The Trump Administration made significant promises to improve the transition experience and connect servicemembers to mental health resources. However, almost three years after the EO was signed, VA has not made meaningful progress towards improving mental health care access and preventing veteran suicide, or even completing the tasks assigned in the EO by the President. At the January 2018 signing of EO 13822, then-Secretary Shulkin announced that under the President's leadership, with this executive order, we're taking an unprecedented action today in that we will be covering all separating military members who are transitioning into civilian life 100 percent of them with the mental health benefit for 12 months.[1]The VA's EO 13822 fact sheet[2]also shows that the EO was intended to direct VA and its Federal partners to provide transitioning servicemembers with one year of mental health care access. At the EO signing, Secretary Shulkin stated this expanded mental health care benefit would be available by March 9, 2018. However, almost threeyears later, the Department has not increased access to mental health care, leaving up to 60 percent of newly transitioned servicemembers without access to life-saving care. Also troubling, the Joint Action Plan for implementing EO 13822 contains no references or commitments to providing transitioning servicemembers with this one year of mental health care. Further, the Joint Action Plan laid out several goals for enrolling transitioning servicemembers into VA health care, and the Department's progress to-date is unclear. For example, in Task 1.2, VA and DOD are charged with developing a method for servicemembers to pre-register for VA health care online during the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). Committee staff inquired as to the status and metrics for this effort with the Department in June of this year.Three and a half months later, VA provided a presentation with statistics that were last updated in January 2020 and indicated it was the most accurate information available. How is it possible to only have data that is nine months old for an initiative tied to the Department's top clinical priority and a national epidemic?VA must redouble its attention to executing pre-registration for VA health care during TAP.Lack of progress in this area is a broken promise by the Administration to make serious efforts at connecting transitioning servicemembers to care. Similarly, Task 2.2 was intended to screen transitioning servicemembers for mental health risks, refer them to care, and enroll them in VA health care if eligible and they desired to do so. The January 2020 progress report provided to the Committee on EO 13822 implementation completely removes the original goal of VA health care enrollment, and reports that a funding request for an IT tool to facilitate DOD-VA data sharing on mental health screening and referral to care was denied. When will this streamlined process of screening, referral to care, and enrollment into VA health care be ready, and why has the Department not prioritized creating or funding IT solutions to bring it to fruition? Applying for VA health care is often a confusing and burdensome task for transitioning servicemembers. Task 3.1 was intended to create an easy button for recently transitioned servicemembers to contact VA about mental health care options and then schedule care and/or enroll in VA health care in a waythat cuts through some of the red tape. Originally planned for December 2018 implementation, VA still has nothing to show for this action item. What is the current implementation status and when does the Department expect to unveil the VA health care easy button? Those who served our nation deserve to have streamlined access to the care and benefits they earned, and connections to life-saving mental health care are especially paramount. Warm hand-offs to care for transitioning servicemembers are also a significant concern for the implementation of this EO. The January 2020 progress report shows there has been limited progress made to-date. For example, on Task 2.3, VA committed to developing a career readiness tool and facilitating warm hand-offs to peer support and for clinical care, with a target completion date of July 2018. Has VA deployed this tool and how many warm hand-offs have been made to-date? Reaching veterans in need and providing connections to resources are some of the simplest, yet most effective, tools we have for reducing suicide risk. Sustained attention and guidance from leadership is an essential component of successful implementation of any major initiative. For EO 13822, how regularly are you briefed on its progress? What changes have you directed to the EO's implementation and Joint Action Plan? How often does VA engage with the Departments of Defense and Homeland Security on implementation? And, when can servicemembers and veterans expect tangible changes resulting from this EO?Please provide a detailed breakdown of the current status of every task, current metrics, date tasks were completed, remaining tasks that are open, and concrete data to show the impact of each line of effort in the EO and Joint Action Plan on veterans' and servicemembers' lives. More than 6,000 veterans die by suicide annually, and each loss of life is immeasurable. Congress has done its part by providing consistent and robust resources for VA's mental health budget and developing and passing comprehensive veterans' mental health care legislation, most recently the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act. Hopefully the issuance of EO 13822 was more than a hollow press opportunity by the Administration, and we can expect it to do right by our nation's military and veterans by fully implementing the EO and all laws passed by Congress focused on mental health and suicide prevention. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-joins-nevada-health-link-virtual-open-enrollment-kick,Rosen Joins Nevada Health Link for Virtual Open Enrollment Kick-Off,2020-11-02,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"LAS VEGAS, NV Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), joined representatives of Nevada Health Link, as well as Governor Steve Sisolak, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford in support of the state's health care open enrollment kick-off. We are in the midst of a global pandemic that has impacted far too many. Health care coverage is now more critical than ever, said Senator Rosen. I am proud to join with Nevada Health Link and state leaders in order to encourage Nevadans to explore coverage options and take part in open enrollment, which runs until January 15th. I will continue working in Congress to protect the health and well-being of hardworking Nevada families in all corners of our state. BACKGROUND: In one of her first actions in the Senate, Senator Rosen joined Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) inintroducing a resolutionthat would authorize Senate Legal Counsel to intervene in Texas v. United States a lawsuit now pending before the Supreme Court as California v. Texas on behalf of the U.S. Senate, in order to defend the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act and its coverage protections for people with pre-existing conditions. Last year, Senator Rosen co-sponsored theFamily Coverage Act, legislation that would amend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to provide tax credits to offset the cost of health insurance to spouses and children when an individual's employer-sponsored coverage is not affordable for their family. Last year, Senator Rosen alsoco-sponsored legislationto block implementation of the Trump Administration's rule expanding short-term health insurance plans that do not include protections for pre-existing conditions or provide essential health benefits. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-joins-asian-community-development-council-food-distribution-celebrates-organizations-1,"Rosen Joins Asian Community Development Council for Food Distribution, Celebrates Organization’s $1 Million in CARES Act Grant Funding",2020-11-01,2020,2020-11,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"LAS VEGAS, NV Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) attended a food distribution event held by the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC). The event also highlighted the recent $1 million in grant funding awarded to ACDC by Clark County as part of the CARES Act, as well as the launch of the organization's Families in Focus initiative to support Nevada AAPI families during the COVID-19 pandemic. Food insecurity is a serious issue, one that affects our state, and one that has only been made worse during this pandemic, said Senator Rosen. Many Nevadans are out of work due to the economic effects of COVID-19, and many families are struggling to get by. Today's food distribution will help to feed Nevada families, giving them support to get back on their feet as we confront this pandemic. Organizations like ACDC are invaluable, especially now, which is why I am glad to see that Clark County has awarded the Asian Community Development Council a grant of one million dollars in CARES Act funding. I will continue working in Congress to ensure that Nevada families in every community receive the assistance they need. BACKGROUND: In March, Senator Rosenvoted in support of the bipartisanCoronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES)Act. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-sends-letter-hsgac-chairman-calling-hearing-examine-ongoing-impact-administrations-family,Rosen Sends Letter to HSGAC Chairman Calling for Hearing to Examine Ongoing Impact of Administration’s Family Separation Policy,2020-10-30,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), sent a letter to HSGAC Chairman, Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI), requesting a hearing to examine the effects of the Trump Administration's family separation policy, in light of recent court filings revealing that 545 children remain separated because the federal government cannot locate their parents. I write to request that you convene a hearing of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) as soon as possible to examine the ongoing impact of the Trump Administration's family separation policy that forcibly separated thousands of children from their parents at the U.S. southern border. As we continue to uncover additional details about the family separation policy from court documents and government reports, new information and misleading statements from Administration officials require oversight from our committee, wrote Senator Rosen. Read the full text of the letter here and below: Dear Chairman Johnson: I write to request that you convene a hearing of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) as soon as possible to examine the ongoing impact of the Trump Administration's family separation policy that forcibly separated thousands of children from their parents at the U.S. southern border. As we continue to uncover additional details about the family separation policy from court documents and government reports, new information and misleading statements from Administration officials require oversight from our committee. Earlier this month, we learned from court filings that at least 545 migrant children who crossed the U.S. southern border, and whom the Department of Homeland Security separated from their parents, are still living in foster care or with relatives because the federal government cannot locate their parents. More than two years after the Administration was forced to end the family separation policy in the face of public outcry and fierce opposition from congressional leaders, it has remained unable or unwilling to reunite these vulnerable children and their families. Moreover, recently released excerpts from a forthcoming Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Inspector General (OIG) report on the family separation policy indicate that U.S. government officials, including senior personnel at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), plotted to separate migrant parents from their children for the deliberate and callous purpose of deterring migrants from lawfully seeking refuge in the United States. According to the OIG report, in its quest to send a message to migrant families fleeing violence in their home countries, the Administration implemented a cruel immigration agenda with no plan for reuniting families or ensuring children were safe while in the U.S. government's care. It shocks the conscience that this premeditated harm to thousands of migrant families and children was official U.S. government policy. The President's statement that the children were well taken care of flies in the face of what we know to be true from testimony before this committee about the detention conditions for migrant children, numerous press reports, court documents, and government inspector general investigations. As the committee with jurisdiction over DHS, and in fulfilling our committee's oversight responsibilities, we have a duty to hold DHS accountable for locating the parents of the remaining 545 children they removed from those parents' care. Those migrant families, this committee, Congress, and the American people deserve a comprehensive investigation of the failures that allowed this to happen. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-celebrating-nevada-day,Rosen Statement Celebrating Nevada Day,2020-10-30,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"LAS VEGAS, NV Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement in celebration of Nevada Day, commemorating the observed anniversary of the state's admission to the United States: This year marks Nevada's 156th birthday, and as all Nevadan's know, today is the observed celebration of Nevada Day, said Senator Rosen. Today, we recognize and celebrate the history and people of the Battle Born State.We also celebrate our state's natural beauty and cultural diversity. It is an honor to represent each of Nevada's communities, and I will continue working in Congress to improve the lives of all Nevadans. From Reno to Las Vegas, from the desert to the mountains, Home Means Nevada.' Happy Nevada Day to all! ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-cortez-masto-commend-distribution-25-ghz-spectrum-licenses-tribes-close-digital-divide,"Rosen, Cortez Masto Commend Distribution of 2.5 GHZ Spectrum Licenses to Tribes to Close Digital Divide",2020-10-28,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, released the following statement applauding news that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued spectrum licenses through the agency's first-of-its-kind Rural Tribal Priority Window to Tribal entities across the country, including 10 Tribes in Nevada, to help bridge the digital divide. As the coronavirus pandemic has amplified, far too many Tribes in Nevada and across the nation lack adequate broadband access, said the Senators. The closure of schools and businesses due to COVID-19 has only exacerbated this digital inequality. We congratulate the Tribes in Nevada who are receiving these first-of-its-kind Rural Tribal Priority Window licenses, which will provide the opportunity for much-needed advanced wireless services. We will continue working to increase access to broadband and home internet connectivity to bridge the digital divide affecting so many of our nation's Tribal communities. BACKGROUND:The FCC's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau formally granted 154 applications, including 10 in Nevada, for use of the 2.5 GHz band to close the digital divide and provide broadband and other advanced wireless services, including 5G, to rural Tribal communities. These licenses provide for exclusive use of up to 117.5 megahertz of 2.5 GHz band spectrum that can be used by Tribes to connect their communities. The 10 Nevada Tribes awarded licenses are: Applicant Name Ely Shoshone Tribe Fallon Paiute Shoshone Tribe Lovelock Paiute Tribe Moapa Band of Paiutes Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Summit Lake Paiute Tribe Te-Moak Bands of Western Shoshone Indians Shoshone-Paiute Tribes of the Duck Valley Indian Reservation Timbisha Shoshone Tribe Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation Last month, Senators Rosen and Cortez Masto joined Senator Tom Udall's letter to FCC Chairman Ajit Pai highlighting several actions the FCC could take to ensure Native communities have better access to broadband services. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-lankford-recognize-one-year-anniversary-senate-bipartisan-task-force-combating-anti-semitism,"Rosen, Lankford Recognize One Year Anniversary of Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism",2020-10-28,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and JamesLankford(R-OK), co-founders and co-chairs of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, released the following statement recognizing the task force's one year anniversary: In recent years, anti-Semitism and acts of hate have grown at an alarming rate in the United States and throughout the world,said Senator Rosen.Standing against anti-Semitism is a critical issue that's near to my heart. That's why one year ago today, I joined Senator James Lankford to launch the Senate's first Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism. Over the past year, we've worked to educate and empower communities to fight back against hate. We've been able to make great strides, but our work is far from done. We have an ongoing responsibility to our neighbors, to our friends, to our community, and to our children to confront anti-Semitism wherever it rears its ugly head. In the last year since Senator Rosen and I started the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, more than a third of the Senate has joined with us in a bipartisan way to condemn acts of hate, promote a uniform definition of anti-Semitism for the U.S. and governments around the world, and ensure our schools are equipped to provide education on the Holocaust, said Senator Lankford. I look forward to our ongoing work to raise awareness and do what we can to fight anti-Semitism and religious persecution in the U.S. and worldwide. BACKGROUND:Last year, Senators Rosen andLankfordlaunched theSenate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism. The Task Force now has 38 Senators, with an equal number of Democrats and Republicans. Additional Task Force members include: Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Roy Blunt (R-MO), Ben Cardin (D-MD), Mike Braun (R-IN), Tom Carper (D-DE), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Bob Casey (D-PA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Chris Coons (D-DE), Susan Collins (R-ME), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Josh Hawley (R-MO), Doug Jones (D-AL), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Martha McSally (R-AZ), Ed Markey (D-MA), Rob Portman (R-OH), Gary Peters (D-MI), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Brian Schatz (D-HI), Mike Rounds (R-SD), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Marco Rubio (R-FL), Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Tim Scott (R-SC), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), and Todd Young (R-IN). In January, the Securing American Nonprofit Organizations Against Terrorism Act of 2019 was signed into law. This bipartisan bill authorizes the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)to make grants to eligible nonprofit organizations (tax-exempt organizations and those determined to be at risk of a terrorist attack), through the state in which they are located, for target hardening and other security enhancements to protect against terrorist attacks. Rosen and Lankford were both co-sponsors of identical bipartisan companion legislation. Also in January, RosenandLankford, along with Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and Robert Menendez (D-NJ)introduced a resolutioncommemorating the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp by Allied Forces during World War II. The bipartisan resolutionunanimously passed the Senatein February. In addition to passing legislation to combat anti-Semitism, Rosen and Lankford have led the Task Force in condemning anti-Semitism in Eastern Europe, addressing violent acts of anti-Semitic hate here in the United States, and calling out anti-Semitism during the coronavirus pandemic, applauding other nations when they commit to tackling anti-Semitism, and commemorating Yom HaShoah. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-transcript-following-questioning-facebook-twitter-and-google-ceos,"Rosen Transcript Following Questioning of Facebook, Twitter, and Google CEOs",2020-10-28,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C.Today,duringahearingof the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), co-chair and co-founder of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, questioned Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, Jack Dorsey, CEO of Twitter, and Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google on instances of anti-Semitism, white supremacy, and foreign disinformation on their platforms. A transcript of the Senator's full exchange can be found below, and a videoof the Senator's full exchange can be foundhere. ROSEN: My colleagues in the majority have called this hearing in order to argue that you are doing too much to stop the spread of disinformation, conspiracy theories, and hate speech on your platforms. I'm here to tell you that you are not doing enough. Your platforms' recommendation algorithms can drive people who show an interest in conspiracy theories far deeper into hate, and only you have the ability to change this. What I really want to say is this, on these platforms, the important factor to realize is that people or users are the initiators and the algorithms are the potentiators of this content. I was doing a little cleaning in my garage like a lot of people during COVID. I'm a former computer programmer and I actually found my old hexadecimal calculator and my little RadioShack owner's manual here, so I know a little bit about the power of algorithms and what they can and can't do, having done that myself. I know that you have the capability to remove bigoted, hateful, and incendiary content that will lead and has led to violence. So I want to be clear, this is really not about what you can or cannot do; it's about what you will or will not do. Adversaries like Russia continue to amplify propaganda on everything from the election to the coronavirus to anti-Semitic conspiracy theories and they do it on your platforms, weaponizing division and hate to destroy our democracy and our communities. The U.S. intelligence community warned us earlier this year that Russia is now actively inciting white supremacist violence, which the FBI and Department of Homeland Security say poses the most lethal threat to America. In recent years, we have seen white supremacy and anti-Semitism on the rise, much of it spreading online. What enables these bad actors to disseminate their hateful messaging to the American public are the algorithms on your platforms, effectively rewarding efforts by foreign powers to exploit divisions in our country. To be sure, I want to acknowledge the work that you are already doing in this space. I'm relieved to see Facebook has taken long-overdue action in banning Holocaust denial content. But while you've made some policy changes, what we have seen time and time again is that what starts online doesn't end online. Hateful words can morph into deadly actions, which are then amplified again and again; it's a vicious cycle. Just yesterday, we commemorated the two-year anniversary of the Tree of Life Shooting in Pittsburgh, the deadliest targeted attack on the Jewish community in American history. The shooter, in this case, had a long history of posting anti-Semitic content on social media sites, and what started online became very real for families who will now never again see their loves ones. So, there has to be accountability when algorithms actively contribute to radicalization and hate. So Mr. Zuckerberg and then Mr. Dorsey, when you implement a policy banning hate or disinformation content how quickly can you adjust your algorithms to reduce this content, and perhaps even more importantly, to reduce or remove the recommendation algorithm of hate or disinformation so that it doesn't continue to spread. We know those recommendation algorithms continue to drive someone more specifically, and specifically, and specifically. Great when you want to buy a new sweater, not so great when you're driving them toward hate. Can you talk to us about that, please? DORSEY: As you know, these algorithms, machine learning, and deep learning are complex, they're complicated, and they require testing and training. As we learn about their effectiveness, we can shift them, and we can iterate them. It does require experience. It does require a little bit of time. The most important thing that we need to build into the organization is a fast learning mindset and that agility around updating these algorithms. We try to focus the urgency of updates on any severity of harm, as you mentioned, specifically, that leads to offline harm or dangerous speech that goes into offline. ROSEN: Mr. Zuckerberg, I'll ask you to answer that, and then I have some questions about the nimbleness of your algorithms. ZUCKERBERG: Senator, I think you're focused on exactly the right thing in terms of how many people see harmful content. As we talk about putting in place regulation, reforming section 230 in terms of what we want to hold companies accountable for, I think what we should judge companies on is how many people see harmful content before companies act on it. I think being able to act on it quickly and being able to act on content that is potentially going viral or going to be seen by more people before it does see a lot of people is critical. This is what we report in our quarterly transparency reports. What percent of the content that a person sees is harmful in any of the categories of harm that we track. We try to hold ourselves accountable for basically driving the prevalence of that content down. I think good content regulation here would create a standard across the whole industry. ROSEN: I like what you said. Your recommendation algorithms need to learn to drive the prevalence of this harmful content down. I would like to see some of the information about how nimble you are on dropping down that prevalence when you do see it trending, when you do see an uptick, whether it's by bots, by human beings, whatever that is. We need to drive the prevalence down. Can you talk a little bit more specifically then about things you might be doing for anti-Semitism, white supremacy? We know that it is the biggest domestic threat. In the Homeland Security Committee, they [the FBI and DHS] have testified that this is the largest threat to our nation. I want to be sure that violence is not celebrated and amplified further on your platforms. ZUCKERBERG: There's a lot of nuance here. In general, for each category of harmful content, whether it's terrorist propaganda or incitement of violence and hate speech, we have to build specific AI systems. One of the benefits of transparency and transparency reports into how companies are doing is we have to report on a quarterly basis how effectively we're doing at finding those types of content so you can hold us accountable for how nimble we are. Hate speech is hard to train AI system to get good at identifying because it's linguistically nuanced. We operate in 150 languages around the world. But, what our transparency reports show is that over the last few years, we've gone from proactively identifying and taking down about 20% of the hate speech on the service to now proactively identifying, I think it's about 94% of the hate speech we end up taking down, the vast majority of that before people even have to report it to us. By having this kind of transparency requirement, which is part of what I'm advocating for in the section 230 reform, I think will be able to have a broader sense across the industry of how companies are improving in each of these areas. ROSEN: I look forward to working with everyone on this. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-honors-victims-2nd-anniversary-pittsburgh-synagogue-shooting,Rosen Honors Victims on 2nd Anniversary of Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting,2020-10-27,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), co-founder and co-chair of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, released the following statement honoring the victims of the 2018 shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, the deadliest targeted attack on the Jewish American community in American history: Today marks a solemn day in our nation's history. Two years ago, our country witnessed an act of extreme anti-Semitic violence committed against a house of worship. This tragic attack targeting our Jewish community took the lives of 11 innocent people and wounded six others, said Senator Rosen. The shooting in Pittsburgh was not an isolated incident statistics show that violent anti-Semitism is on the rise here in the United States and around the world. As we honor the memory of the victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue massacre, we must also forcefully reject and condemn anti-Semitism, white supremacy, and hate in all its forms, so that no other community endures another devastating tragedy. BACKGROUND: Senator Rosen holds the distinction of being the third female Jewish Senator in U.S. history, as well as the first former synagogue president to serve in the United States Senate. As such, SenatorRosen has been an outspoken advocate ofcombating anti-Semitism in the United States, the Middle East, Europe, and around the world. In 2019, Senator Rosen introducedtheNeverAgainEducation Actalongside Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Marco Rubio (R-FL), and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT). This bipartisan legislation, signed into law in May, establishes a dedicated federal fund through the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum to provide teachers with resources and training necessary to teach our students the important lessons of the Holocaust. Last year, Rosen launched theSenate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, with co-chair Senator James Lankford (R-OK). The Task Force now includes 38 Senators, with an equal number of Democrats and Republicans. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-releases-116th-congress-term-review-report,Rep. Susie Lee Releases 116th Congress Term in Review Report,2020-10-26,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03)issuedthe following statement onthe release ofher116thCongress Term in Review report, outlining her legislative anddistrictaccomplishments for Nevada's 3rdCongressional District: I made a promise to come to Washington and get things done for the people of Nevada's 3rd District. Since then, I've been working with my colleagues across the aisle to find solutions to our nation's most pressing challenges with a focus on improving the lives of hardworking families and individuals in southern Nevada. As your Representative, I have fought for your right to quality and affordable health care, for stronger schools and a pipeline to good-paying jobs, for increased funding towards Nevada's vital community programs, and to protect Nevada's pristine environment, among many other priorities. I havehostedover a thousand outreach events and have heard from tens of thousands of Nevadans to listen and connect my work in Congress to real life and real results on the ground. As you read this report, please know that I, along with my team, will continue to ensure that the concerns of our community are heard in Congress and that the needs of Nevada workers, families, and small businesses are being met as we endure these trying times.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/floor-speech-rosen-opposes-confirmation-judge-amy-coney-barrett-supreme-court-calls-congress,"In Floor Speech, Rosen Opposes Confirmation of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, Calls on Congress to Protect the Affordable Care Act",2020-10-26,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Watch/Download SenatorRosen's full remarkshere. WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen spoke against the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the United States Supreme Court. In her remarks, Senator Rosen highlighted the importance of protecting the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and coverage for Nevadans with pre-existing conditions, as well as stories of Nevadans who would be gravely impacted by the dismantling of the ACA. This confirmation comes right before a November Supreme Court case that will determine the Affordable Care Act's future. I rise today because the health care of millions of Nevadans, and of Americans, is in danger, said Senator Rosen. Their health care is endangered because, in just a few weeks, the Supreme Court will consider a case that could overturn the Affordable Care Act completely. This means that the next Supreme Court justice will decide whether individuals with pre-existing conditions could once again be denied health care coverage. Now, with an election just a week away, Senate Republicans are scrambling to confirm a new Supreme Court justice in order to tip the balance of the court in favor of their lawsuit aiming to destroy the Affordable Care Act. This Administration's attempt to use the Court to take away Americans' health insurance and raise the cost of care, especially at this moment during a global pandemic is not only cruel, and reckless, it's also deadly. I have met many Nevada families and I've heard stories from men, women, and children whose lives would be devastated without the Affordable Care Act, Senator Rosen continued. Cancer survivors, people with diabetes, asthma, cystic fibrosis, and countless other pre-existing conditions that affect families -- These are real Nevadans whose health care would be jeopardized if the ACA is no longer the law of the land. Since coming to Congress, I have made it my mission to not only preserve the Affordable Care Act, but to expand care for all Americans. I have worked to increase access, lower costs, and improve quality of care, Senator Rosen concluded. I will not support the nomination of a Supreme Court justice who does not support the Affordable Care Act. I will vote against Judge Barrett's nomination. BACKGROUND: In March, Senator Rosen joined Senate colleagues insending a letterto President Trump urging him to reverse his policy of refusing to defend the constitutionality of the ACA in the Texas v. United States lawsuit, and cease all other attempts to undermine our nation's health care law. As her first action in the Senate, Senator Rosen joined Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) inintroducing a resolutionthat would authorize Senate Legal Counsel to intervene in Texas v. United States a pending lawsuit in federal court, on behalf of the U.S. Senate, in order to defend the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act and its coverage protections for people with pre-existing conditions. Just last week, the Trump Administration filed a brief, in this case, calling for the courts to strike down the ACA in its entirety. Last year, Senator Rosen also helpedintroduce a resolutionthat would provide the sense of the Senate that the Justice Department should reverse its policy of refusing to defend the constitutionality of the ACA, including the law's coverage protections for those with pre-existing conditions, in Texas v. United States. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-colleagues-urge-secretary-devos-assist-82-million-federal-student-loan-borrowers-currently,"Rosen, Colleagues Urge Secretary DeVos to Assist 8.2 Million Federal Student Loan Borrowers Currently Unable to Access Relief",2020-10-22,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), joined Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Senate HELP Committee, and Senate colleagues in a letter urging Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to ensure all struggling federal student borrowers can gain access to crucial federal relief. We write to ask that you take immediate steps to support federal student loan borrowers who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, wrote the Senators. Although the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and recent administrative action to extend it are automatically providing forbearance, waiving interest, and halting collections on student loans held directly by the U.S. Department of Education (Department) until at least December 31, 2020, this relief does not cover all federal student loan borrowers. The Department should take swift action to help borrowers with at least one qualifying loan gain access to full coverage. The more than eight million student loan borrowers falling into donut holes of critical relief have missed out on needed benefits and suffered unnecessary complexity and confusion for more than six months. It is essential that the Department immediately begin the targeted outreach and take the actions we are requesting. the Senators concluded. BACKGROUND: In September, Rosen joined Senate colleagues in sending a letter to commercial lenders requesting they inform borrowers of their options to consolidate their loans and obtain full CARES Act benefits In August, Rosen sent a letter to Leaders Schumer and McConnell calling for an extension of the student loan relief established by the CARES Act in the next COVID relief bill. The full text of the letter can be foundhereand below: Dear Secretary DeVos: We write to ask that you take immediate steps to support federal student loan borrowers who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and recent administrative action to extend it are automatically providing forbearance, waiving interest, and halting collections on student loans held directly by the U.S. Department of Education (Department) until at least December 31, 2020, this relief does not cover all federal student loan borrowers. The Department should take swift action to help borrowers with at least one qualifying loan gain access to full coverage. According to information provided by the Department, 8.2 million federal student loan borrowers do not have full relief because they fall into a complete or partial donut hole. Of those, 4.4 million borrowers are not receiving any relief under the CARES Act or administrative extension, and 3.8 million borrowers have a mix of loans that qualify and those that do not, resulting in confusion and unnecessary financial harm for them during a period of widespread economic disruption. All federal student loan borrowers should have access to the same relief. The Department has numerous tools at its disposal to contact the 3.8 million borrowers in a partial donut hole and help them get all of their loans covered by the CARES Act relief. For example, the Department can direct student loan servicers to proactively contact borrowers who fall into the partial donut hole and help them consolidate loans not held by the Department into Direct Loans, which qualify for relief. The Department can also improve the process of consolidation for borrowers through administrative action. The alternative relief options that have been provided by loan holders to some borrowers in the donut holes have been woefully inadequate. Temporary forbearance options that must be repeatedly requested by borrowers are far inferior to automatic and extended relief. Many borrowers also continue to accrue interest on these non-covered loans, potentially costing them hundreds or thousands of dollars. Consolidation is a straightforward solution to help some non-covered borrowers get access to the same benefits available to those with non-federally-held loans. A borrower with a commercially-held FFEL, school-held Perkins, or Public Health Service Act loan can generally consolidate such loan into a Direct Loan to obtain the automatic administrative forbearance, interest waiver, and halt to collections and negative credit reporting. In 2012, the Department successfully spurred widespread take-up of a special consolidation option by borrowers holding both commercial FFEL and Direct Loans. This time-limited opportunity offered a 0.5 percent interest rate reduction for borrowers who participated. In contrast, just six months of relief equivalent to the CARES Act offers a greater benefit to a typical borrower over the lifetime of a loan. The Department has an opportunity to follow the same playbook and unlock relief for millions of borrowers. The holders of non-covered loans have provided insufficient justification for failing to proactively notify borrowers of consolidation. While borrowers normally receive a trivial roundup of their interest rate to the nearest one-eighth of a percent from consolidation, all interest is currently being waived for covered loans and the value of this interest waiver would exceed the cost of the roundup for the vast majority of borrowers. Additionally, while borrowers could lose some credit toward income-driven repayment (IDR) forgiveness if they consolidate a loan they had previously been paying under an IDR plan, they do not have to consolidate loans that are already enrolled in IDR. Further, most borrowers are not enrolled in an IDR plan, meaning they would see no change in their timeline for IDR forgiveness because they do not have one. Finally, while a limited number of borrowers may have already consolidated all of their loans and are ineligible to consolidate again, borrowers have a number of exceptions to the restriction. For example, borrowers wish to become eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness can consolidate more than once, as can all 1.2 million borrowers with a commercial FFEL loan currently in default. Commercial FFEL borrowers who have defaulted are disproportionately harmed by the disparate treatment of non-covered loans; while defaulted borrowers with covered loans have been granted a reprieve from forced collections, these borrowers remain subject to wage garnishment and the offset of public benefits, including Social Security payments. Most importantly, the Department can easily take administrative action to suspend consolidation restrictions and penalties during the national emergency, such as the limitation on consolidating once, the reset of the forgiveness clock, and interest-rate roundup, using the same authority that was utilized to implement the President's August 8 Executive Order. Under Section 2(a)(1) of the Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students (HEROES) Act of 2003, the Secretary may waive or modify any statutory or regulatory provision applicable to the student financial assistance programs under title IV. The Department should use this authority to waive all barriers to consolidation. Additionally, the Department should encourage the commercial FFEL entities, institutions holding Perkins Loans, and the Secretary of Health and Human Services, which collectively hold the 4.4 million loans completely un-covered by current relief, to initiate a similar outreach campaign to their borrowers. As Secretary, you retain significant authority and leadership over these entities, including the ongoing payment of taxpayer subsidies. You should quickly ask loan holders requesting to inform borrowers of their option to consolidate as a means to expediently receive the relief afforded by the CARES Act. The more than eight million student loan borrowers falling into donut holes of critical relief have missed out on needed benefits and suffered unnecessary complexity and confusion for more than six months. It is essential that the Department immediately begin the targeted outreach and take the actions we are requesting. Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-named-one-most-active-freshman-senators-116th-congress,Rosen Named as One of the Most Active Freshman Senators in the 116th Congress,2020-10-22,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement after being recognized as one of the most active freshman Senators in the 116th Congress by Quorum, a Washington D.C.-based software company that tracks legislation from Congress: Since I arrived in Congress, it's been my mission to find common-sense solutions that make a difference in the lives of Nevadans, said Senator Rosen. From our great accomplishments like the signing of the bipartisan Building Blocks of STEM Act, to fighting for quality, affordable health care, to helping our state's economy by protecting Nevada workers and small businesses, it has been an honor working for Nevada. I will continue to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to find innovative bipartisan solutions that will continue to improve our communities, our state, and the entire country. BACKGROUND:Since being sworn in as Nevada's Senator in January 2019, Senator Rosen has written and introduced thirty-one bills and three resolutions, over ninety-percent of which have been bipartisan. Two of her bills have been signed into law, while several others have been passed by committees. Rosen has also been a legislative leader in fighting for our veterans, increasing and protecting access to affordable health care, and assisting our small businesses. Last year, Senator Rosen introduced the Building Blocks of STEM Act, bipartisan legislation to create and expand STEM education initiatives at the National Science Foundation (NSF) for young children, including new research grants to increase the participation of girls in computer science. This bill was signed into law in December 2019. This year, Senator Rosen introduced the Never Again Education Act, bipartisan legislation to establish a dedicated federal fund to provide teachers with the resources and training necessary to teach our students the important lessons of the Holocaust. This bill was signed into law on May 29, 2020. Over the last two years, Rosen has introduced six bipartisan pieces of legislation to help our veterans from creating job opportunities for student veterans and supporting veteran small business owners to breaking down barriers to veterans' access to VA care, tackling the issue of veteran suicide, and increasing access to affordable housing for veterans. As one of her first actions in the Senate, Rosen joined Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) inintroducing a resolutionthat would authorize Senate Legal Counsel to intervene in Texas v. United States a pending lawsuit in federal court, on behalf of the U.S. Senate, in order to defend the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act and its coverage protections for people with pre-existing conditions. Rosen is also a co-sponsor of theHEROES Small Business Lifeline Act, legislation that incorporates provisions fromher bipartisanEIDL for Small BusinessesAct, which would prevent the SBA from imposing EIDL loan caps that are less than the program's statutory $2 million maximum loan size and allow current EIDL borrowers to modify their loan to seek additional funds up to the $2 million maximum loan size. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-sends-bipartisan-letter-bulgarian-ambassador-hezbollah-and-2012-israeli-tour-bus-bombing,Rosen Sends Bipartisan Letter to Bulgarian Ambassador on Hezbollah and 2012 Israeli Tour Bus Bombing,2020-10-22,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), joined Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) in a bipartisan letter to Bulgarian Ambassador Tihomir Stoytchev expressing appreciation for Bulgaria's recent sentencing in absentia of Hezbollah operatives responsible for the 2012 bombing of an Israeli tour bus in Burgas, Bulgaria.The letter also encourages Bulgaria to designate Hezbollah as a terrorist entity in its entirety. The time is right for concrete actions from our European allies to hold Hezbollah accountable, the Senators wrote. The Burgas attacks convinced the European Union in 2013 to designate the so-called military wing of Hezbollah, but not its political wing, as a terrorist organization. Hezbollah's political leadership does not itself recognize this division. In designating Hezbollah as a terrorist group, Bulgaria would reject this false distinction and set a bold example for the rest of the European Union to follow. Hezbollah remains a clear and present danger to Europe and the United States. The verdict in the Burgas case is an important first step, but if our countries are to truly hold Hezbollah accountable for its crimes and thwart future terrorist attacks in Bulgaria and throughout Europe, further action against Hezbollah by Bulgaria and other European Union countries is necessary, continued the Senators. BACKGROUND: In June, Senator Rosen joined Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Representatives Lee Zeldin (R-NY) and Ted Deutch (D-FL) in leading a bipartisan and bicameral group of over two dozen Members of Congress urging European Union member states to designate the entirety of Hezbollah as a terrorist organization. The full text of the letter can be foundhereand below: Dear Ambassador Stoytchev, We write to you with deep appreciation for your work to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the United States and Bulgaria. We were pleased to see Bulgaria's September 21 sentencing in absentia of two Hezbollah-backed operatives, Meliad Farah and Hassan El Hajj Hassan, to life in prison for their participation in the deadly 2012 Burgas bus bombing. The attack killed the Bulgarian driver and five Israeli tourists and left dozens of Bulgarians and Israelis injured. While the verdict is encouraging, Bulgaria now has the opportunity to take another step towards justice by designating Hezbollah as a terrorist organization in its entirety. Your government's investigation has already established that Hezbollah provided logistical and financial backing for the Burgas attack. In addition to its direct culpability for a terrorist attack on Bulgarian soil, Hezbollah's international terrorist activity is well documented and ongoing. The Burgas attack occurred on the anniversary of Hezbollah's 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish community center in Argentina, which killed 85 people. In 2015, authorities seized tons of ammonium nitrate, suspected for use in future attacks, from Hezbollah operatives in the United Kingdom and Cyprus. German officials recently confirmed a similar seizure in Germany. The time is right for concrete actions from our European allies to hold Hezbollah accountable. The Burgas attacks convinced the European Union in 2013 to designate the so-called military wing of Hezbollah, but not its political wing, as a terrorist organization. Hezbollah's political leadership does not itself recognize this division. In designating Hezbollah as a terrorist group, Bulgaria would reject this false distinction and set a bold example for the rest of the European Union to follow. We ask that Bulgaria quickly take up this matter. Bulgaria's Council of Ministers possesses the mechanisms to sanction and designate Hezbollah by adding it to a list subject to the Measures Against the Financing of Terrorism Act. While your government added Farah and Hassan to this list in 2016, it has yet to list Hezbollah itself. We also urge your government to work with Interpol and international partners to apprehend Farah and Hassan, who remain at large, so that these convicted individuals may serve their sentences and the victims' families may attempt to collect the awarded compensation. Hezbollah remains a clear and present danger to Europe and the United States. The verdict in the Burgas case is an important first step, but if our countries are to truly hold Hezbollah accountable for its crimes and thwart future terrorist attacks in Bulgaria and throughout Europe, further action against Hezbollah by Bulgaria and other European Union countries is necessary. Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to your reply. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-problem-solvers-caucus-keep-pressure-white-house-congressional,"Rep. Susie Lee, Problem Solvers Caucus Keep Pressure on White House, Congressional Leadership to Pass Comprehensive COVID-19 Relief",2020-10-21,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. The bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus (PSC)which includes 25 Democrats and 25 Republicans, including U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03)sent a letter to President Trumpandcongressional leadership urging them toreach a deal for comprehensive COVID-19 pandemic relief.This is the latest step by PSC members to keep pressure on the White House and Congressto pass an additionalbipartisanrelief package as soon as possible. Today, the Senate blocked Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's (Ky.) latest COVID-19 relief proposal, which PSC members assert in the letter that the stripped back package was not nearly enough: While we appreciate Majority Leader McConnell's decision to schedule a vote on askinny'$500 billion COVID-19 relief package, it does not go nearly far enough. More must be done. Given the broad, bipartisan support in Congress, and in the Administration, for a compromise proposal, we respectfully request the Senate also schedule a vote on a broader compromise proposal once produced that meets the urgent needs of the American people. The full text of the letter can be found below andHERE: Dear President Trump, Speaker Pelosi, Leader McCarthy, Leader McConnell, and Leader Schumer: As this public health and economic crisis continues to disrupt our nation, it is critical Congress act immediately to pass bipartisan relief legislation that can be signed into law. The fact is time is running out for the American people. We are only 14 days away from the election, after which the prospect of moving stimulus legislation forward is very dim until early February. Every day that passes is another missedopportunity to deliver relief for American families and businesses who will continue to suffer needlessly as a result of Congress failing to do its job. We believe the following steps must be taken to push a bipartisan relief deal across the finish line: First, we urge the Administration to follow through on its public comments and formally resolve the issue of including a national testing strategy in a broader stimulus package as submitted by Speaker Pelosi. Second, while we appreciate Majority Leader McConnell's decision to schedule a vote on a ""skinny"" $500 billion COVID-19 relief package, it does not go nearly far enough. More must bedone. Given the broad, bipartisan support in Congress, and in the Administration, for acompromise proposal, we respectfully request the Senate also schedule a vote on a broadercompromise proposal once produced that meets the urgent needs of the American people. While the package may not be perfect, it is clear the compromise proposal will be comprehensiveand will contain key provisions that address the greatest areas of need for the American people. Third, we know there may be remaining issues to be resolved between the negotiators, but itappears those issues are certainly solvable. We stand ready to help, if there is anything we cando to help close the gaps. We know if there is a will, there is a way to find common ground. The bottom line: our families, businesses, and local communities don't have the luxury of time soWashington can continue its partisan games. We must do our job and do it now. We stand readyto work with all of you, and are prepared to take any action to ensure we pass a bipartisan reliefdeal as soon as possible. Thank you for staying at the table. BACKGROUND:On Sept. 15, 2020, Rep. Lee joined the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus (PSC)which includes 25 Democrats and 25 Republicans, including Rep. Leeto unveiltheirMarch to Common Groundframework to help break the gridlock on the latest COVID-19 relief package and encourage negotiators to get back to the table.Shortly after the Problem Solvers Caucus announced its proposal, bipartisan negotiations around COVID-19 relief resumed.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-announces-original-co-sponsorship-public-lands-leadership-act,Rosen Announces Original Co-Sponsorship of the Public Lands Leadership Act,2020-10-21,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced her original co-sponsorship of Senator Jon Tester's (D-MT) Public Lands Leadership Act, legislation that bars the Department of Justice (DOJ) from taking further action on a recent federal court ruling that William Perry Pendley should be removed from his position as de facto Acting Director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), and underscores Pendley's problematic public lands record. Nevada's public lands are a source of pride, history, and economic strength for the Silver State, said Senator Rosen. During William Perry Pendley's time at the BLM, Nevada's public lands have been in jeopardy - not just from the threat of climate change, or from the deadly wildfires raging across our nation's Western states but from an unconfirmed and unaccountable acting head of the BLM who is unqualified to be managing our nation's public lands and wildlife. I'm proud to join Senator Tester to introduce this important piece of legislation to prohibit the DOJ from stepping in to protect Mr. Pendley's de facto role at the BLM. I will continue to be an advocate for our environment and fight to protect our nation's public lands. BACKGROUND: Approximately67 percent of the state of Nevada roughly 48 million acres is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. William Perry Pendley has served as director of the BLM for 424 days without a formal nomination from Congress, while exercising the authority of the director, well beyond the 210-day limit for acting directors set out in the Vacancies Reform Act, and flouting Congress's ability to advise and consent to new nominees. In March, Senator Rosen helped introduce theGreat American Outdoors Act(S. 3422), landmark legislation to preserve and protect our country's public lands. The bipartisan legislation provides permanent and full funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and addresses the nearly $12 billion maintenance backlog in our national parks and land management agencies. The legislationpassed the Senatein June and wassigned into lawin August. In July, Senator Rosen joined aletterled by Senator JonTestercalling for an expedited Senate confirmation hearing for William Perry Pendley, who was installed as the acting director ofthe Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in 2019 without a Senate confirmation hearing or vote. The letter highlighted Pendley's history of hostility toward the public lands he now oversees, and urged the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee to expedite the confirmation hearing so Pendley could answer in-person for his troubling record of anti-public lands advocacy before the American public. Additionally,Senator Rosen joined Senator Tester in a press call highlighting Pendley's troubling record and calling for an expedited hearing so the public can see how unfit he is for this nomination. In August, Senator Rosen joined Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural ResourcesJoe Manchin (D-WV), and the entire Democratic Caucus in a letter to President Trump opposing Bureau of Land Management Director nominee William PerryPendley. In September, Rosen spoke on the Senate floor to demand that William Perry Pendley step down as Acting Director of the BLM. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-cortez-masto-colleagues-introduce-heroes-small-business-lifeline-act,"Rosen, Cortez Masto, Colleagues Introduce the HEROES Small Business Lifeline Act",2020-10-20,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, a member of the Senate Committee on Finance, joined Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD), Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee in introducing the HEROES Small Business Lifeline Act. This comprehensive small business package would provide much-needed support for small businesses, live venues, and restaurants across the nation to help weather the economic storm caused by COVID-19. Small businesses are the economic engine of our communities and they need our support during these unprecedented times, said Senator Rosen. I'm proud to co-sponsor the HEROES Small Business Lifeline Act, a comprehensive small business package that would reauthorize and expand the Paycheck Protection Program, recapitalize the EIDL grant program, remove the U.S. Small Business Administration's arbitrary caps on EIDL loans to ensure that eligible small businesses receive increased disaster loan funding, and authorize funding to help revitalize our live venues and restaurants in need. I will continue working on legislation to help small businesses in Nevada and across our country weather this economic storm. Nevada has been one of the hardest hit states by the economic devastation of the coronavirus, said Senator Cortez Masto. Our small businesses are the backbone of our economy. Small business owners need access to loans to pay rent, retain their employees and retool their businesses to safely adjust to the changes needed to safely operate during this difficult time. I'm working to pass the HEROES Small Business Lifeline Act in order to help these struggling neighbors in our communities throughout Nevada, and across the entire country, get access to the critical grants, EIDL and PPP loans they need and ensure that veteran, women and historically-disadvantaged small business owners can also access the relief they need to stay open. BACKGROUND:The HEROES Small Business Lifeline Act incorporates provisions from Senator Rosen's bipartisan EIDL for Small Businesses Act, which would prevent the SBA from imposing EIDL loan caps that are less than the program's statutory $2 million maximum loan size and allow current EIDL borrowers to modify their loan to seek additional funds up to the $2 million maximum loan size. The bill also: Extends PPP authorization through March 31, 2021, and allow for unspent U.S. Department of the Treasury funds to be used for PPP once the program's funding is exhausted; Extends the Small Business Debt Relief Program's authorization, which would provide additional monthly payments and interest relief for small businesses with outstanding 7(a) loans, 504 loans, microloans, and 7(a) Community Advantage loans; Provides $50 billion for EIDL grants, $40 billion of which will be used for the Lifeline Grant program, and $20 billion of those funds would be awarded to businesses located in low-income communities and businesses owned or controlled by a veteran, an economically disadvantaged individual, or a socially disadvantaged individual; Includes the Save our Stages Act, bipartisan legislation Rosen and Cortez Masto co-sponsored, which would authorize $15 billion for the SBA to make grants to eligible live venue operators, promoters, theatrical producers, motion picture theatre operators, or talent representatives to address the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on certain live venues; and Includes the RESTAURANTS Act, bipartisan legislation Rosen and Cortez Masto also co-sponsored, which would create a $120 billion revitalization fund at the U.S. Department of the Treasury and made available to restaurants, food stands, food trucks, food carts, caterers, saloons, inns, taverns, bars, lounges, or other similar businesses that are part of a group of restaurants of 20 or less. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-named-friend-farm-bureau-116th-congress-american-farm-bureau-federation,Rosen Named a “Friend of Farm Bureau” for the 116th Congress by the American Farm Bureau Federation,2020-10-20,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) was named a Friend of the Farm Bureau for the 116th Congress. This award, by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), was given to Senator Rosen for her leadership in supporting Nevada's farming and ranching communities. Nevada's farming community deserves an ally in Washington, said Senator Rosen. Since I arrived to Congress, I've been proud to support our farmers and ranchers and the jobs they create, land management they provide, and all the nourishment they give American families in Nevada and across the country. I'm honored to receive this award and I will continue to fight for Nevada's farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers. BACKGROUND:Senator Rosen was nominated for this award by the Nevada Farm Bureau. Rosen is a co-sponsor of the Food Supply Protection Act (S. 4453), bipartisan legislation which would authorize new temporary funding streams for emergency feeding organizations and provide $500 million in grants, loans, and loan guarantees for farmers and small and medium-sized food processors to protect workers and build flexibility into the food supply chain. Rosen is also a co-sponsor of the Food Bank Access to Fresh Farm Produce Act of 2020 (S. 3605), which would provide $8 billion for grants to states through USDA's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, as well as help to address supply chain disruptions due to the coronavirus pandemic. Additionally, Senator Rosen has co-sponsored the RESTAURANTS Act of 2020 (S.4012), legislation that would establish a $120 billion revitalization fund to help independent restaurants deal with the long-term structural challenges facing the industry because of COVID-19. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-announces-388000-grant-funding-support-unr-rural-health-promotion,"Rosen Announces $388,000 in Grant Funding to Support UNR Rural Health Promotion",2020-10-19,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP),released the following statement applauding news that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently awarded a grant in the amount of $388,964 to the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) to assist Nevada's health care in rural communities: Nevada's rural communities need our help during these challenging times, said Senator Rosen. This grant funding will help improve and promote health care services for Nevada's rural communities. The health and safety of Nevadans will always be my top priority, and we must ensure that all Nevadans have access to affordable, quality health care services. BACKGROUND:USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) recently awarded 10 Rural Health & Safety Education grants. The RHSE program projects are community-based outreach education programs, such as those conducted through Human Science extension outreach, that provide individuals and families with: information as to the value of good health at any age; information to increase individual or family's motivation to take more responsibility for their own health; information regarding rural environmental health issues that directly impact human health; information about and access to health promotion and educational activities; and training for volunteers and health service providers concerning health promotion and health care services for individuals and families in cooperation with state, local, and community partners. Prevention and/or reduction of opioid misuse and abuse, per Congressional guidance, is a major focus of this program. A limited number of projects also focused on helping prevent spread of SARS-CoV-2 and in mitigating infection and transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in rural areas. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-colleagues-urge-administration-make-liheap-funds-available-states-lowering-utility-bills-low,"Rosen, Colleagues Urge the Administration to Make LIHEAP Funds Available to States, Lowering Utility Bills for Low-Income Households",2020-10-19,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP),joined a bipartisan letter led by Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Susan Collins (R-ME) urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release funds for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) as swiftly and at the highest level possible under the current continuing resolution: As state agencies work to prepare their LIHEAP programs for the coming winter, it is crucial that they have the resources they need to assist low-income households and seniors as soon as possible, especially in light of the current health crisis. As such, we request that you quickly release LIHEAP funds at the highest level possible to allow states to prepare for the upcoming season, so that low-income households do not have to choose between paying for heat and affording other necessities like food or medicine, wrote the Senators. BACKGROUND:LIHEAP is a federally funded program that helps low-income households with their home energy bills by providing payment and/or energy crisis assistance. In 2018, over 27,000 Nevada households were served by the LIHEAP program. Additionally, over 80% of Nevada households that rely on LIHEAP have at least one vulnerable member (a Nevadan over 60 years of age, a disabled Nevadan, or a Nevadan under the age of 6). In April, Senator Rosen joined a letter urging the Trump Administration to quickly release $900 million in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding that Congress included in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The full text of the letter can be found here and below: Dear Secretary Azar: With passage of the continuing resolution, we write to urge the Department of Health and Human Services to release Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funds as quickly and at the highest level possible. As the main federal program that helps low-income households and seniors with their energy bills, LIHEAP provides critical assistance during the cold winter and hot summer months. October marks the start of the heating season for many states and low-income families and seniors will be facing additional strains on their household budgets. In addition, millions of low-income families, including seniors, are facing new and severe financial hardship due to the coronavirus, making the assistance provided through LIHEAP more important than ever. As state agencies work to prepare their LIHEAP programs for the coming winter, it is crucial that they have the resources they need to assist low-income households and seniors as soon as possible, especially in light of the current health crisis. As such, we request that you quickly release LIHEAP funds at the highest level possible to allow states to prepare for the upcoming season, so that low-income households do not have to choose between paying for heat and affording other necessities like food or medicine. We look forward to continuing to work with you on this critical program, and thank you for your attention to our concerns and those of our constituents. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-susie-lee-nevada-treasurer-zach-conine-host-facebook,"***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Susie Lee, Nevada Treasurer Zach Conine Host Facebook Live to Discuss New COVID-19 Resources for Nevada Small Businesses, Organizations",2020-10-15,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCH ON FACEBOOK HERE DOWNLOAD VIDEO HERE Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) hosted a Facebook Livewith Nevada State Treasurer ZachConineto discuss thePandemic Emergency Technical Support (PETS) Grant Program, a new COVID-19 pandemic grant program, funded by theCARES Act, for Nevada small businesses, non-profit organizations, and cultural institutions. I am happy that the CARES Act is at work again, providing relief for Nevadans who have been struggling because of the pandemic,said Rep. Lee.This new PETS Grant Program, providing grants of up to $10,000 to small businesses and nonprofits, will be a lifeline to many Nevadans as they struggle to keep their doors open.Thank you toTreasurerConineforworking with the Governor's Office of Economic Development to provide relieftooursmall businesses, nonprofits, and cultural institutions.My top priority right now is economic relief for Nevadans. We need to remember this pandemic is not over, and Nevadans need help to weather the storm.I will continue to work day and night to support Nevada'sworkers,small businesses,and organizations. Since the beginning of the pandemic, our office has been focused on making sure that small businesses are protected and that our economic recovery is as quick as possible,said Nevada Treasurer ZachConine.This program will go a long way to keep Nevadans employed, small businesses open, and our State moving in the right direction. BACKGROUND:The application period for the PETS Grant Program is Monday,Oct.19ththrough Monday, Nov.2nd.Click here to learn more about the PETS Grant Program. Rep. Lee andStateTreasurerConinewere joined byMichael Brown, Executive Director of the Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development, as well asleadership from the Las Vegas Latin Chamber of Commerce, the Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce,the Henderson Chamber of Commerce, the Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce, and theLaughlin Chamber of Commerce.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-unveils-slate-endorsements-legislation-research-covid-19,Rosen Unveils Slate of Endorsements for Legislation to Research COVID-19,2020-10-15,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee,announced that her bipartisan Ensuring Understanding of COVID-19 to Protect Public Health Act (S.3595) has been recently endorsed by 2020 Mom, the American Occupational Therapy Association, the American Psychiatric Association, the March of Dimes, Mom Congress, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the National Council on Aging, and the National Rural Health Association. Rosen's bill passed the House of Representatives last month as part of the HEROES Act 2.0, comprehensive COVID-19 relief legislation. During this critical time, it is vital that we conduct COVID-19 research studies and track patient treatment and intervention outcomes in order to make decisions for our nation's public health and for medical providers to have comprehensive and up-to-date information ,said Senator Rosen.I am glad to announce these new organizations who are supporting my bipartisan legislation that would help provide a better understanding of both the short and long-term health impacts of the coronavirus. I will continue working to protect the health and well-being of Nevadans and all Americans as we confront this unprecedented pandemic. BACKGROUND:In May, Senator Rosen introduced, with Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), the bipartisan, bicameral Ensuring Understanding of COVID-19 to Protect Public Health Act, legislation that would direct the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to conduct a longitudinal study on mild, moderate, and severe cases of COVID-19 on a diverse patient population to ensure the U.S. gains a full understanding of both the short and long-term health impacts of the novel coronavirus. Identical companion legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives by Reps. Diana DeGette (D-CO), Michael Burgess (R-TX), Anna Eshoo (D-CA), and Brett Guthrie (R-KY). In addition to Rubio, Rosen's bill has garnered nearly a dozen bipartisan co-sponsors, including Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Tom Carper (D-DE), Tina Smith (D-MN), Gary Peters (D-MI), Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ),a and Susan Collins (R-M). This legislation has previously been endorsed by the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Families USA, the Gerontological Society of America, and the American Public Health Association. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-susie-lee-hosts-older-americans-act-roundtable,"***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Susie Lee Hosts Older Americans Act Roundtable, Highlights Resources for Age 55+ Americans During COVID-19",2020-10-14,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCH ON FACEBOOK HERE DOWNLOAD VIDEO HERE Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) hosted a Facebook Live roundtable to discuss Older Americans Act services and resources for Americans who are 55 years of age or older and the importance of supporting those services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have a duty to protect our olderAmericans,said Rep. Lee. One of my proudest accomplishments during my first termin Congress was bringing Republicans and Democrats together to reauthorize and strengthen the Older Americans Act. The dozens of critical programs funded by the Older Americans Actaremore important than ever, from Meals on Wheels and family caregiver support to legal services and transportation.We successfully strengthened these programs, but our work isn't done. We need to ensure our seniors know how to access theseservices, whichis why roundtables like today's are so important. BACKGROUND: In March 2020, President Trump signed into law Rep. Susie Lee's bill,the Supporting Older Americans Act. This law reauthorizes and updates the Older Americans Act, which benefits roughly 11 million seniors who use important social services and community-based programs. Click here to viewRep. Susie Lee's Coronavirus Crisis Constituent Resources Guide, whichhighlightsresources available toNevadans who are 55 years of age or older, working families, small business owners, and more.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-holds-virtual-roundtable-stem-business-leaders,Rosen Holds Virtual Roundtable with STEM Business Leaders,2020-10-14,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"LAS VEGAS, NV Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, held a roundtable with small business owners from Nevada to discuss the growing STEM workforce. It's no secret that this pandemic has taken a toll on Nevada, and in particular, our economy, small businesses, and workforce have felt the impact, said Senator Rosen. As we work through this pandemic, I've made it my priority to protect Nevadans and support our small businesses by introducing bills to help increase our STEM workforce and prepare underrepresented communities for successful careers in STEM. I will continue working in Congress to find solutions that will expand and protect our growing STEM workforce in Nevada and throughout the country. BACKGROUND:In September, Senator Rosen introduced the STEM Restoring Employment Skills through Targeted Assistance, Re-entry, and Training (RESTART) Act, bipartisan legislation that would provide funding to small and medium-sized STEM businesses to offer robust, paid, mid-career internships, known as returnships for mid-career workers seeking to return or transition into the STEM workforce. In June, Senator Rosen also introduced the PROMOTES Act of 2020, bicameral and bipartisan legislation that would authorize the Secretary of Defense to carry out a program to enhance the preparation of high school students in JROTC for military and civilian careers in all STEM fields, including computer science and cybersecurity. In July, Senator Rosen also co-sponsored the PROTECT Act, bipartisan legislation to codify and strengthen CISA's Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program (CETAP). Last year, Senator Rosen introduced the Building Blocks of STEM Act, bipartisan legislation to create and expand STEM education initiatives at the National Science Foundation (NSF) for young children, including new research grants to increase the participation of girls in computer science. This bill was signed into law in December 2019. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-usps-ig-investigation-failure-update-voter-address-changes-potential-election-mail,"Rosen Statement on USPS IG Investigation Into Failure to Update Voter Address Changes, Potential Election Mail Delivery Impacts",2020-10-14,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), released a statement in response to news that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Inspector General (IG) is investigating USPS's failure to update address changes in the National Change of Address Linkage database (NCOALink), which most states use to keep voters addresses up to date. The announcement of this investigation follows a letter led by Senator Rosen to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy requesting answers and action to ensure Americans that this error will not impact their ability to safely and securely vote-by-mail in the upcoming general election. I'm glad to see that, following my call for answers and action, this issue is under investigation by USPS's Inspector General,said Senator Rosen.As I have previously stated, the failure to update address data in the National Change of Address Linkage database (NCOALink) may have real consequences for the disbursement of election mail. With voters already casting ballots across the nation, failures such as these are unacceptable and require immediate action. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-susie-lee-highlights-college-southern-nevada-mariachi,***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Susie Lee Highlights College of Southern Nevada Mariachi Plata During Latinx Heritage Month,2020-10-13,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCH ON FACEBOOK HERE DOWNLOAD VIDEO HERE Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) hosted a Facebook Livecelebrationhighlighting the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) Mariachi Plata during Latinx Heritage Month. There's no better way to celebrateLatinx Heritage Month in southern Nevadathan with CSN's Mariachi Plata,said Rep. Lee.In Nevada,diversity is our strength,which is whyit'simportant to me that our policies, priorities, and cultural institutionsrepresent the richness of our communities. Congratulations to the incredibly talented CSN Mariachi Plata. It was atrue joycelebrating with you today.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-holds-virtual-roundtable-unlv-unr-student-veterans,Rosen Holds Virtual Roundtable with UNLV & UNR Student Veterans,2020-10-13,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"LAS VEGAS, NV Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), held a roundtable with student veterans from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) to discuss issues that student veterans are facing during the coronavirus pandemic. This pandemic created challenges that have impacted our communities, including Nevada's student veteran community, said Senator Rosen. In Congress, I've worked to pass bipartisan legislation to expand housing benefits to student veterans taking part in remote learning during the pandemic, and I've been proud to introduce bipartisan legislation that supports student veterans by increasing access to housing, providing assistance obtaining employment, navigating the GI Bill, and reducing the suicide rate among veterans. I will continue working in Congress to ensure that our student veterans receive the support they need now and in the future. BACKGROUND:Last month, Senator Rosen introduced the VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act, a bipartisan bill that would build upon the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) strong suicide prevention efforts by implementing a Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program at five VA medical centers across the nation, one of which must serve primarily veterans who live in rural and remote areas. Last year, Senator Rosen introduced the Hire Student Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation to expand the existing Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) to ensure that all student veterans using their GI benefits can take advantage of paid internships or work opportunities while in school. Senator Rosen also introduced the GI Bill Planning Act of 2019, bipartisan legislation to provide military enlistees additional time to pick their preferred GI Bill education benefits plan, instead of having to do so at arrival at Basic Training, which is a chaotic environment with little opportunity for recruits to make an informed decision about their future. Senator Rosen is a co-sponsor of S. 3503, a bipartisan bill to authorize the VA to cover the housing costs of student veterans taking part in distance learning as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This bill was signed into law in March 2020. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-susie-lee-hosts-mental-health-resources-town-hall-world,***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Susie Lee Hosts Mental Health Resources Town Hall on World Mental Health Day,2020-10-10,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCH ON FACEBOOK HERE DOWNLOAD VIDEO HERE Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03)hosted a Facebook Livetown hallto discussmental health support and resources available to Nevadans,especially duringthe COVID-19 pandemic.Rep. Lee was joined by mental and behavioral health professionals from Seven Hills Hospital; Southern Hills Hospital; the Nevada Department ofHealth and Human Services; VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System; and the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Southern Nevada. As a nation, we must remove the stigma around mental health, said Rep.Lee.Especially right now, in the middle of a pandemic, I will continue to push Congress to adopt policies that make it easier, not harder, for individuals suffering from mental illness to get the help they need.I can't stress how critical this is especially in Nevada, which hasone of the nation's highest suicide rates, as well as limited availability of mental health professionals. That's why I've introduced legislation tobolster mental health support in our public schools, improve suicide prevention efforts,andexpand mental health outreach for our veterans.Butall of these policy goals start with conversations like today's, and with a common understanding that anyone who needs help, should beable toget it. BACKGROUND:In August 2020, Rep. Leeintroduced theCommunities Serving Schools Act, which wouldprovide grants to state and local education agencies toinvest in wrap-around school services that assist with the health, well-being, and stability of students outside of the classroom, including mental health support for K-12 students. In July 2020, Rep. Lee introduced theVA Zero Suicide Demonstration Act, whichwould launch the Zero Suicide Initiative Pilot Program at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-helps-secure-federal-grant-improve-distance-learning-rural-nevadans,Rep. Lee Helps Secure Federal Grant to Improve Distance Learning for Rural Nevadans,2020-10-09,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) announcedthat Nevada received a U.S. Department of Agriculture(USDA) Rural Development Grant, totaling $513,706, to upgrade and expand distance learning infrastructure and technology for rural Nevada students. The only way we can make distance learning work is by investing in the resources and technology our schools and students need,said Rep. Lee.The sad reality is thatmany rural Nevadastudents don't have adequate access to distance learning resources.This grant is one of many things thatcan help close the gap and help every student get the education they deserve during this pandemic. I'll continue to work day and night to ensure our state has the support it needs from our federal government. This funding will provide vital upgrades to increase NSHE's technology infrastructure and capacity at a time when it is critically needed in Nevada's rural counties,saidMelody Rose,chancellor of the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).As NSHE's institutions have transitioned to mostly online instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have worked diligently to meet the needs of students in rural areas by enhancing our education and training opportunities. I want to thank Congresswoman Lee and our federal delegation for their work securing this funding that will help NSHE students from Nevada's rural counties succeed. BACKGROUND:Click here to learn more about the USDA Rural Development Grant. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-and-peters-lead-colleagues-letter-postmaster-general-dejoy-requesting-immediate-action,Rosen and Peters Lead Colleagues in Letter to Postmaster General DeJoy Requesting Immediate Action to Address Impacts to Election Mail Delivery Caused by USPS Failure to Update Voter Address Changes,2020-10-09,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC) and Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of HSGAC, led 17 of their Senate colleagues in a letter to Postmaster General DeJoy raising concerns about recent reports that for three weeks in August, the United States Postal Service (USPS) failed to update address changes in the National Change of Address Linkage database (NCOALink), which most states use to keep voters addresses up to date. In the letter, the Senators ask the Postmaster General to answer several questions to assure Americans that this error will not impact their ability to safely and securely vote-by-mail in the upcoming general election. We write to express our concern about recent reports that in August, the United States Postal Service failed to update address data in the National Change of Address Linkage database (NCOALink) and to request information about the resulting impact on election mail. With voters already casting ballots across the nation, such failures are unacceptable and require immediate action, wrote the lawmakers. BACKGROUND: The letter was also signed by Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Maggie Wood Hassan (D-NH), Jack Reed (D-RI), Ed Markey (D-MA), Tina Smith (D-MN), and Tom Carper (D-DE). The full text of the letter can be found here and below: Dear Mr. DeJoy: We write to express our concern about recent reports that in August, the United States Postal Service (USPS) failed to update address data in the National Change of Address Linkage database (NCOALink) and to request information about the resulting impact on election mail. With voters already casting ballots across the nation, such failures are unacceptable and require immediate action. For three weeks in August, the Postal Service failed to update address changes in the NCOALink database, which most states use to keep voter addresses up to date. Between August 10 and August 30, at least 1.8 million new changes of address were not registered in the database, due to an unspecified error. While USPS stated that it fixed the error and restored the missing data on September 14, we are concerned about how the missing data affected jurisdictions that were preparing election mailings during the outage. According to reports, officials in Minnesota sent out ballot applications based partly on information drawn from the faulty database in August, while other states had to delay sending out mailings as they scrambled to fix incorrect addresses. Other states were unaware of the change-of-address problem.[1] USPS is responsible for communicating with jurisdictions about election mail issues, and has over 400 Election Mail Coordinators available for this purpose. USPS must fully communicate with states and the public about any issues that might affect election mail, and must work diligently to prevent such errors. On August 21, 2020, you testified before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee regarding policy changes at the Postal Service that resulted in nationwide delays to mail delivery service. Senators raised concerns not only about the delays in critical items that Americans receive through the mail on a regular basis, such as prescription medications and Social Security checks, but also about the Postal Service's ability to safely and securely deliver all mail ballots on time for the upcoming general election. This year will see the largest volume of election mail in American history, due in large part to the global health pandemic that will keep voters at home in November. You told the American people during your testimony before the committee that you were extremely, highly confident the Postal Service would deliver the nation's election mail on time. In order to reassure our constituents that this error will not impact their ability to vote, we ask that you respond to the following questions no later than October 14, 2020: When and from whom did you learn that USPS stopped updating change-of-address data in NCOALink for a period of about three weeks in August 2020? What was the cause of this failure and what corrective actions did you take to respond? Upon learning of this failure, did USPS immediately notify relevant election officials in each of the states that were impacted by any missing data? Did USPS work with election officials to assist them in responding to this failure? How did the failure to update addresses affect jurisdictions that were preparing election mailings during the period of August 10 to September 14? Based on USPS coordination with election officials, how many jurisdictions were at risk of preparing mailings based on incorrect data, and how many had to change their procedures in order to correct the data? How have you determined that the NCOALink database is now complete and up-to-date? What steps are in place to ensure that address changes are entered into NCOALink in a timely fashion and that there are no system failures, particularly in the days and weeks leading up to the 2020 general election? While USPS is taking steps to ensure swift delivery of election mail, errors such as this one can have unexpected impacts in a nationwide network. How will USPS communicate to election officials, and crucially to the public, about any internal errors that affect election mail? ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-leads-nevada-colleagues-seeking-answers-postmaster-general-dejoy-troubling-reports-about,Rosen Leads Nevada Colleagues in Seeking Answers from Postmaster General DeJoy on Troubling Reports About the Postal Service in Nevada,2020-10-09,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) led her Nevada colleagues, including Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-NV-01), Congressman Steven Horsford (D-NV-04), and Congresswoman Susie Lee (D-NV-03), in a bicameral letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy requesting answers following troubling reports about the Postal Service in Nevada. In the letter, the lawmakers raised concerns regarding a recent mailer distributed by the USPS to all eligible voters in Nevada with incorrect and potentially misleading voting information for the upcoming election. The lawmakers also raised concerns and demanded answers regarding recent reports that the USPS stopped updating address changes in the National Change of Address Linkage (NCOALink) for three weeks in August. We write on behalf of our constituents to reinforce the importance of reliable, secure mail voting procedures in Nevada in the upcoming general election and to express our serious concern about recent reports that USPS failed to update address data critical to the timely and accurate delivery of election mail, wrote the lawmakers. With voters across our state preparing to cast their ballots, your actions could have risked harming Nevadans' ability to participate in our democracy. BACKGROUND: In August, Senator Rosen, a member of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) and the only member of the Nevada delegation serving on a committee that oversees the U.S. Postal Service: In September, Rosen joined 23 Senate colleagues in a letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy seeking answers on the impact that recent USPS operational changes and mail delays have had on small businesses. Also in September, Rosen joined HSGAC Ranking Member Gary Peters (D-MI), Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Ranking Member Patty Murray (D-WA), Special Committee on Aging Ranking Member Bob Casey (D-PA), and Committee on Finance Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-OR) in leading 30 of their Senate Colleagues in a letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy calling on him to immediately reverse all operational and organizational changes that have resulted in delays of critical medications to Americans. The full text ofthe letter can be foundhere and below: Dear Mr. DeJoy: We write on behalf of our constituents to reinforce the importance of reliable, secure mail voting procedures in Nevada in the upcoming general election and to express our serious concern about recent reports that the Postal Service failed to update address data critical to the timely and accurate delivery of election mail. With voters across our state preparing to cast their ballots, your actions could have risked harming Nevadans' ability to participate in our democracy. Last month, you testified at two Congressional hearings about the nationwide delays in mail delivery service, which resulted from policy changes that you implemented at the United States Postal Service (USPS). Members of both the House and the Senate questioned you about timely delivery of critical items that Americans receive in the mail, such as prescription medications and Social Security checks. Additionally, many Members of Congress raised concerns about the timely delivery of mail and absentee ballots for the upcoming general election, in which the USPS faces the novel challenge of safely and securely delivering ballots during a global health pandemic. In your testimony, you assured the Committees that the Postal Service would be able to handle the largest vote-by-mail program in American history. In your own words, [t]he Postal Service is fully capable and committed to delivering the nation's election mail fully and on time. However despite the fact that during your testimony you agreed to be transparent with Congress, we continue to learn troubling information about USPS through news reporting, rather than from you. First, we learned that USPS distributed a mailer, at your direction, to eligible voters across Nevada with incorrect and potentially misleading information. This included instructing Nevadans that they needed to request a mail-in ballot at least 15 days before Election Day and telling eligible voters that they had to pay postage when returning their ballots. As you may know, a new law in Nevada provides that all active and registered voters in Nevada will automatically receive a mail-in ballot for the 2020 General Election. Moreover, all ballot return envelopes in Nevada have prepaid postage. Your mailer also instructed voters to mail ballots at least 7 days before Election Day, even though Nevada will accept ballots returned and postmarked on or before November 3, 2020, and received by an election clerk no later than 7 days after that date. This mailer was sent to all states without notifying, let alone consulting, the bipartisan National Association of Secretaries of State. The Secretary of State's office in Nevada had to urge our constituents to ignore the federal mailings, which caused confusion that could have been avoided had your office communicated with the Secretary of State, who is tasked with administering elections at the state and local level. More recently, Nevadans learned from reports that the USPS stopped updating address changes in the National Change of Address Linkage, or NCOALink, for three weeks in August. This is the system which most states including Nevada rely on to keep their voter files up to date. According to a spokesperson from the Postal Service, at least 1.8 million new changes of address were not registered in the database between August 10th and August 30th. The spokesperson went on to say that by September 14th the missing data was restored. Thankfully, by sheer coincidence, Nevada ended up mostly unscathed by the Postal Service's error. In Nevada, the Secretary of State pauses its updating of address records in the 90 days before an election, which in this case was mere days before the error occurred. However, had USPS made its NCOALink blunder just a week earlier only to address it a month late in mid-September our constituents could have felt the impact. This year, Churchill County and Humboldt County sent out 2020 General Election sample ballots on September 15, 2020, only one day after USPS claims to have restored the missing data. Douglas County, Esmeralda County, Lincoln County, and Storey County mailed sample ballots the following day, September 16, 2020. The Postal Service's errors under your leadership risked dire consequences for Nevada voters, and our constituents deserve answers. We ask that you answer the following questions regarding the matter: 1. When were you informed that USPS failed to update address changes in the NCOALink database for a three-week period in August? 2. Have you made impacted cities and counties aware that they have been affected by your failure to update addresses, and if so, what instructions have you provided them for how to correct the problem? 3. Why did this failure to update addresses take place, and how do you plan to ensure that such failures will not take place again in the future? Are you working with local governments in Nevada and other states to fix the problem so that it does not happen again? 4. How were you able to ensure that all of the missing data from between August 10th and August 30th was restored? 5. Were any of the Nevada counties listed above, or any other counties in Nevada, impacted by the failure to update address changes in the NCOALink database? 6. What data or information do you use to determine whether any Nevada counties were impacted by the missing data in NCOAL? Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-helps-secure-federal-grant-improve-transportation-access-nevadans-low,"Rep. Lee Helps Secure Federal Grant to Improve Transportation Access for Nevadans in Low-Income, Rural Communities",2020-10-08,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) announcedthat theRegional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada received a U.S. Department of Transportation Helping Obtain Prosperity for Everyone (HOPE) Program Grant, totaling$125,000.The HOPE Programsupports transportation projects that will address the transportation challenges faced by rural communities and areas of persistent poverty. This federal grant will help improve access to transportation for Nevadans in low-income communities and rural areas,said Rep. Lee.The sad reality is thatmany Nevadansdon't have adequate access to public transportationbecause of where they live.It's up to us tochangethat.This grantis one of many things thatcan improve access to transportation for all Nevadans.I'll continue to work day and night to ensure our state has the support it needs from our federal government. We know that many of our transit riders rely solely on public transportation for access to basic necessities, including food, work, medical, and social services, said MJ Maynard, CEO of the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada. As an agency, we are committed, particularly during these difficult times, to ensuring that mobility options are available for those individuals and families in low-income and historically underserved areas of our community. BACKGROUND:Click here to learn moreabouttheHOPE Program",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-joins-virtual-roundtable-nevada-leaders-discuss-voting-mail-and-future-usps,Rosen Joins Virtual Roundtable with Nevada Leaders to Discuss Voting by Mail and the Future of the USPS,2020-10-08,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"LAS VEGAS, NV Yesterday, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee, which has jurisdiction over the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), held a roundtable with For Our Future Nevada and representatives from the American Postal Workers Union and the National Association of Letter Carriers to discuss the pressures they face under Postmaster General DeJoy's leadership, particularly in advance of upcoming election, where the USPS has the challenge of safely and securely delivering ballots during a global health pandemic. These past several months have taught us that neither rain, nor snow, nor global pandemic will stop the incredible men and women of the U.S. Postal Service, despite the troubling and often unreliable leadership of Postmaster General DeJoy, said Senator Rosen. Nevadans rely on the Postal Service every day seniors rely on it to receive medication and Social Security checks, rural businesses to keep their shops open, and during the 2020 General Election, the Postal Service will handle the largest vote-by-mail program in American history. I will continue supporting our postal workers, and working to ensure transparency and accountability by USPS leadership so that postal workers can safely and efficiently do their jobs, and Nevadans can securely and confidently vote-by-mail. BACKGROUND:In August, during a Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) hearing, Senator Rosen, the only member of the Nevadadelegation serving on acommittee that oversees the U.S. Postal Service, questioned Postmaster General Louis DeJoy on policies that have negatively impacted Americans and their mail delivery. This hearing followedSenator Rosen's meeting with Nevada postal workers. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-doj-ig-report-trump-administrations-family-separation-policy,Rosen Statement on DOJ IG Report on Trump Administration’s Family Separation Policy,2020-10-08,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), released a statement following the release of excerpts from a forthcoming Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Inspector General (OIG) report on the Trump Administration's family separation policy: The Administration's family separation policy created a humanitarian crisis in our own country, with children ripped away from their parents and detained in horrifying conditions after fleeing to the U.S. to seek asylum, said Senator Rosen. Now, a government watchdog report reveals that U.S. government officials plotted to separate parents and children for the callous purpose of deterring migrants from lawfully seeking refuge in America. In its quest to send a message to immigrant families fleeing violence, the Administration implemented a cruel immigration agenda with no plan for reuniting families or ensuring children were safe while in the government's care.I'm deeply troubled by the findings I've read from this report, and I am committed to working with my colleagues to enact reforms and ensure accountability. BACKGROUND:Last year, Rosen announced her co-sponsorship of the Keep Families Together Act. This legislation, introduced by Senator Dianne Feinstein and 45 other Senate colleagues, would ensure that the federal government carries out immigration procedures in the best interest of detained children. Last month, during a hearing of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) questioned Chad Wolf, the Trump Administration's nominee to serve as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). During her questioning, Senator Rosen highlighted the egregious actions that occurred at DHS during Mr. Wolf's time as Chief of Staff to a former DHS Secretary, as Under Secretary, and under his watch as Acting Secretary, including his direct involvement in the development and implementation of the child separation policy. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-national-area-health-education-centers-organization,***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** National Area Health Education Centers Organization Presents Rep. Susie Lee with Public Policy Leadership Award,2020-10-07,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCH ON FACEBOOK HERE DOWNLOAD VIDEO HERE Las Vegas, Nev. TheNational Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Organization presentedU.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03)with their Public Policy Leadership Awardfor her work in Congress supporting AHECs, locally and nationally. There is no doubtthat our health care workers need all the support they can get right now,said Rep. Lee.Even before the coronavirus pandemic, southern Nevada's doctor shortage and lack ofworkforce development washurting Nevadans' access to quality health care. After hearing from our local AHEC, Desert Meadows, it was clear to me thatwe canbestsupport ourhealth care workforceby increasing our nationwide investment in Area Health Education Centers.Thank you for presenting me with the Public Policy Leadership Award.I'll continue to fight for every Nevadans' access to quality, affordable health care. BACKGROUND:Click here to view an infographic of AHECs in Nevada. Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) are health workforce training networks that partner with local colleges, universities, hospitals, and providers to recruit, train, and retain a diverse pipeline of local health workers particularly in underserved communities. After connecting with her constituents at Desert Meadows, the local AHECin Nevada's 3rdCongressional District,Rep. Lee saw a clear need for additional support from Congress.In July 2020, Rep. Lee introduced an amendment to increase AHEC funding for Fiscal Year 2021. This amendmentpassedwith bipartisan supportin the 2021 House of Representatives Appropriations Budget.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-cortez-masto-co-sponsor-legislation-increase-telehealth-access-virtual-visits-nursing-homes,"Rosen, Cortez Masto Co-Sponsor Legislation to Increase Telehealth Access, “Virtual Visits” for Nursing Homes",2020-10-06,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)announced their co-sponsorship of theAdvancing Connectivity During the Coronavirus to Ensure Support for Seniors (ACCESS) Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) to enhance telehealth support for seniors and increase access to technology for ""virtual visits"" during the coronavirus pandemic. During this unprecedented public health crisis, we must do everything in our power to protect our most vulnerable and at risk populations,said the Senators.The bipartisan ACCESS Act will provide much needed federal funding to expand and improve telehealth at nursing facilities so seniors can continue to receive medical care and also be able to visit with their loved ones while they adhere to social distancing guidelines to reduce their exposure to the coronavirus. We will continue working on legislation to increase access to health care to protect the health of all Nevadans. BACKGROUND:Specifically, theACCESS Actwould: Authorize an emergency supplemental appropriation of $50 million for the Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Telehealth Resource Center to assist nursing facilities receiving funding through Medicare or Medicaid in expanding their use of telehealth services; Require the Secretary of HHS to share recommendations on additional ways to improve access to telehealth services in nursing facilities and temporarily designated nursing facilities during the pandemic; and Establish a program authorizing HHS to award grants to nursing facilities to enable residents to participate in virtual visits with loved ones while the health risk of in-person visits remains high during the pandemic. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-return-over-250000-us-treasury-fy-2020-senate-office-budget,"Rosen to Return Over $250,000 to U.S. Treasury from FY 2020 Senate Office Budget",2020-10-05,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced that her office will return over $250,000 to the United States Treasury in money unspent from her official 2020 operating budget. This news marks over $850,000 that Senator Rosen will have returned to the Treasury during the last four years. As a Senator, it is my responsibility to ensure that hardworking Nevadans' taxpayer dollars are properly managed, said Senator Rosen. I am pleased to announce that my office will be returning over $250,000 to the United States Treasury. I am proud of my office's efforts to lead the way in good governance. I will continue working in Congress to find areas where we can reduce government spending while ensuring that our efforts are meeting the needs of the American people. BACKGROUND: Senator Rosen has supported a number of efforts to reduce government waste and abuse of taxpayer dollars. Last year, Senator Rosen also returned over $250,000 to the U.S. Treasury. During her time in the House of Representatives, then-Congresswoman Rosen returned over $350,000 to the Treasury. Then-Congresswoman Rosen's office also successfully returned nearly $1 million in benefits to Nevada's hardworking families. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/combat-growing-threat-cyber-attacks-rosen-and-hoeven-introduce-bipartisan-electric-grid-security,"To Combat Growing Threat of Cyber Attacks, Rosen and Hoeven Introduce Bipartisan Electric Grid Security Legislation",2020-10-02,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs (HSGAC), and Senator John Hoeven (R-ND) announced their introduction of S.4795, the Cyber Sense Act. This bipartisan legislation would create a voluntary Cyber Sense program at the Department of Energy to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system. Identical companion legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives earlier this year by Reps. Jerry McNerney (D-CA) and Bob Latta (OH-05) and passed the House this week. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. If we don't act to address and mitigate cybersecurity risks, our nation will remain vulnerable said Senator Rosen. As our world becomes more digitized, the need for a strong defense of our nation's electric infrastructure has never been more clear. I'm proud to introduce this bipartisan bill to provide much-needed training and technical assistance to electric utilities to address cybersecurity risks and strengthen our national security. I will continue to support legislation that equips our workforce and organizations with the skills needed to improve our nation's electric grid resilience. Our nation's energy systems are essential to every home and business, and vulnerabilities in the grid and other infrastructure represent a real risk to the well-being of our citizens, said Senator Hoeven. Our legislation supports the development and implementation of technologies and practices that will better secure our energy infrastructure from cyber-based attacks, protecting against those who would do us harm. Nevadans depend on electricity delivered to their homes and businesses from utility providers large and small, said David Bobzien, Director of the Nevada Governor's Office of Energy. Senator Rosen's bipartisan Cyber Sense Act promotion of cybersecurity technologies helps maintain that service for the long term in communities all across the state. Protecting our industry's supply chain is a top priority for all EEI member companies, and addressing the known dynamic threats requires constant vigilance and coordination that leverages both government and industry resources, said Tom Kuhn, President of Edison Electric Institute. That is why electric companies work with government partners to share actionable intelligence, deploy state-of-the-art tools, and prepare to respond to incidents that could affect our systems. The Cyber Sense Act would enhance this partnership by creating a voluntary Department of Energy program to identify and promote cyber-secure products for use in the bulk-power system. The bill also establishes an important testing and reporting process for products determined to have cyber vulnerabilities. EEI applauds Senators Jacky Rosen and John Hoeven and Representatives Bob Latta and Jerry McNerney for their leadership on this issue, which is important to America's economy and national security. BACKGROUND: Specifically, the bipartisan Cyber Sense Act (S.4795) would: Create a voluntary Department of Energy Cyber Sense' program that would identify and promote cyber-secure products for use in the bulk-power system. Establish a testing process for the products along with a reporting process of cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Require the Secretary of Energy to keep a related database on the products, which will aid electric utilities that are evaluating products and their potential to cause harm to the electric grid. Direct the Secretary of Energy to consider incentives to encourage the use of analysis and results of testing under the program in the design of products and technologies for use in the bulk-power system. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/following-cyberattack-against-clark-county-school-district-rosen-and-cortez-masto-call-departments,"Following Cyberattack Against Clark County School District, Rosen and Cortez Masto Call on Departments of Education, Homeland Security to Take Action",2020-10-02,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Health, Education Labor and Pensions (HELP) and the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC), and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), a member of the Senate Finance Committee, sent a letter to Department of Education Secretary Besty DeVos and Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary Chad Wolf, urging the Department of Education (ED) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide adequate support, guidance, and resources to respond to and prevent cyberattacks. This letter comes in response to an increase in cyberattacks during the coronavirus pandemic and a recent cyberattack at the Clark County School District (CCSD). On August 27, a hacker subjected CCSD Nevada's largest school district and our country's fifth largest school district, serving more than 320,000 students to a ransomware attack, wrote the Senators. Last week, the Wall Street Journal reported that, after demanding a ransom, the hacker published documents online containing sensitive information, including employee Social Security numbers, and student names, addresses, and grades. This is unacceptable and requires an immediate federal response. Earlier this spring, the FBI warned that K-12 institutions represent an opportunistic target to hackers as many school districts lack the budget and expertise to dedicate to network integrity. Cyberattacks can be expensive and debilitating, especially for small organizations or public entities, such as schools and school districts. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of cyberattacks and ransomware attacks have significantly increased, the Senators' letter continued. Given the increase in cyberattacks during this pandemic, and specifically the cyberattack on CCSD in our home state of Nevada, we urge ED and DHS to take immediate action to respond to these attacks and help our schools, school districts, students, and teachers. The full text of the letter can be found here and below: Dear Secretary DeVos and Acting Secretary Wolf, We write to share our concerns with the recent cyberattack at Clark County School District (CCSD) and urge the Department of Education (ED) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide adequate support, guidance, and resources to help CCSD respond to the attack and prevent future ones. We also request that you address several questions about your respective departments' current practices to prevent and respond to cyberattacks on schools and school districts. On August 27, a hacker subjected CCSD Nevada's largest school district and our country's fifth largest school district, serving more than 320,000 students to a ransomware attack. Last week, the Wall Street Journal reported that, after demanding a ransom, the hacker published documents online containing sensitive information, including employee Social Security numbers, and student names, addresses, and grades. This is unacceptable and requires an immediate federal response. Earlier this spring, the FBI warned that K-12 institutions represent an opportunistic target to hackers as many school districts lack the budget and expertise to dedicate to network integrity. Cyberattacks can be expensive and debilitating, especially for small organizations or public entities, such as schools and school districts. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of cyberattacks and ransomware attacks have significantly increased. Elementary and secondary schools in particular face myriad threats as they transition to online learning, including constrained budgets, bridging the digital divide, ensuring the health and safety of students and faculty, and continuing to educate and support our students. The Federal government must help elementary and secondary schools obtain the tools and resources to protect and combat cyber threats. In light of these concerns, please provide answers to the following questions no later than October 15, 2020: How are your departments currently addressing cyberattacks including ransomware attacks against K-12 schools and school districts? What steps are you taking to ensure such attacks do not take place or lead to significant data breaches in the future? Are there any current grant programs or initiatives at ED or DHS designed to assist elementary and secondary schools with implementing strong cybersecurity standards and protocols? If so, will you provide support to CCSD and those impacted by the recent ransomware attack? Do you offer guidance or support regarding ransomware attacks to elementary and secondary schools, school districts, or state education agencies, including information about cyber insurance, where they should report a cybersecurity incident, and how to identify the individuals who are impacted by incidents? Do you collect data on the number of cyberattacks targeting elementary and secondary schools or school districts? If so, how many attacks occurred in Fiscal Year 2020, and has the number of attacks increased in recent years? Has there been an uptick in attacks during the course of the COVID-19 pandemic? Has the practice of distance learning impacted the number of attacks? How do you promote existing federal cyber guidance or frameworks to elementary and secondary schools? Do you conduct outreach to elementary and secondary schools and school districts so they are aware of available resources, cyber prevention guidance, or tools before and after a cyber-attack? Is there interagency collaboration between DHS and ED to protect elementary and secondary schools from cybersecurity attacks? Do you partner on preventing and mitigating cyber-attacks on schools and school districts with other relevant agencies, such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), which has had a leadership role in developing the Cybersecurity Framework? Given the increase in cyberattacks during this pandemic, and specifically the cyberattack on CCSD in our home state of Nevada, we urge ED and DHS to take immediate action to respond to these attacks and help our schools, school districts, students, and teachers. Thank you for your attention and for your prompt response. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-commemorates-filipino-american-history-month,Rep. Lee Commemorates Filipino American History Month,2020-10-01,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03), member of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), released the following statement commemorating the month of October as Filipino American History Month: For generations, Filipino Americans have made Nevada and the United States home. From the labor movement, to the civil rights movement, to defending our nation overseas, Filipino Americans are woven into the fabric of America. I'm lucky to represent such a strong and diverse Filipino community in Nevada's 3rd District, including many Filipino small business owners and frontline workers who need our support now more than ever during this pandemic. This month and every month, I will continue to lift up the voices, stories, and issues of southern Nevada's Filipino community. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-helps-pass-covid-19-aid-package-urges-both-parties-come-together-secure,"Rep. Lee Helps Pass COVID-19 Aid Package, Urges Both Parties to Come Together to Secure Relief",2020-10-01,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) released the following statementon theongoing COVID-19 pandemic relief negotiations, shortly after she helped the House pass anupdated version of the Heroes Act, which includes key relief she secured for Nevada's stage, aviation, and restaurant workers: The pandemic has hit Nevada's economy the hardest, as shown by the fact that we have the country's worst unemployment rate at 13.2 percent. This is because the current crisis has devastated the primary pillar of Nevada's economy: the travel and tourism industry. It's not just our casino and hotel staff taking a hit, but also our restaurant and convention workers, our entertainment and stage workers, and our aviation workers. The latest proposal in the House, which we passed tonight, includes relief for these Nevadansrelief that I fought for. But let's be clear: that relief doesn't matter if it's not signed into law. As a member of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus, I'm proud that our bipartisan COVID-19 relief proposal helped restart negotiations. I urge negotiators to take that spirit of bipartisanship with them and bring forward a final, bipartisan package that puts party and politics aside in favor of what's best for the American people. I also urge senators of both parties to set politics aside and get this deal across the finish line. There's simply no alternative. BACKGROUND:On Sept. 15, 2020, Rep. Lee joined the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus (PSC)which includes 25 Democrats and 25 Republicans, including Rep. Leeto unveil theMarch to Common Groundframework to help break the gridlock on the latest COVID-19 relief package and encourage negotiators to get back to the table. Shortly after the Problem Solvers Caucus announced its proposal, bipartisan negotiations around COVID-19 relief resumed. The updated Heroes Actincludes the followingCOVID-19 relief priorities forNevada: Over $4.7 billion in funding for Nevada's state and local governments; Targeted support for restaurant, aviation, and entertainment workers; $225 billion for schools; Second round of stimulus checks for families; $600 per week in federal unemployment aid; $71 billion in rent and mortgage assistance; Paycheck Protection Program enhancements to support the hardest-hit small businesses; 14 percentage point boost to Medicaid funding for states; $7.6 billion for Community Health Centers; and $75 billion for COVID-19 testing and tracing. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-susie-lee-releases-2020-third-quarter-report,Rep. Susie Lee Releases 2020 Third Quarter Report,2020-10-01,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) released the following statement marking her third quarter of 2020 in Congress: Right now, I am a single-issue congressperson, and that issue isCOVID-19relief. Nevadans have been waiting for over four months and need help right now. Like most Americans, I am sick and tired of seeing both Republicans and Democratskick this can down the road. Thefrustratinginaction led meand my Problem Solvers'Caucus colleagues to unveil our March to Common Ground' COVID-19 relief proposal. I'm encouraged that our plan has jumpstarted negotiations and sparked arenewed energy to get a bipartisan COVID-19 relief package passed.Thousands of Nevadans were forced to sacrifice their livelihoods to save lives. We owe it to them the get them the support they need to make it through this pandemic. As always but especially at this moment, constituent services are my top priority, so I'm proud that my office has helped thousands of constituentsthis yearwith COVID-related cases. I'll keep fighting for the thousands more Nevadans who still need relief during this pandemic. Accomplishments forNev.-03Constituents since July 1, 2020: Recovered approximately$743,000for constituents. Responded to over18,200emails, calls, and letters. Assisted932constituents with specific issues,614of which were COVID-19-related cases. Attended/hosted58public eventsin Nevada's 3rdDistrict Leading the charge in Congressto jumpstart coronavirus relief negotiations Problem Solver's Caucus March to Common Ground"" Proposal On Sept. 15, 2020,Rep. Lee, along with her colleagues in the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus (PSC) unveiledtheMarch to Common Groundframework to help break the gridlock on the latest COVID-19 relief package and encourage negotiators to get back to the table. The package addresses key areas of need, including COVID-19 testing, unemployment insurance, direct stimuluspayments, worker and liability protections, small business and non-profit support, food security, schools and child care, housing, election support, and state and local aid. Most importantly, the proposal has support of both Democrats and Republicans. It is reported that the Trump administration hasindicatedthat they will use the PSC proposal as a basis for relief negotiations. Thisproposalfollowed Rep. Lee'scontinuous pressureon Congress to pass additional coronavirus relief,and the importance of securing a deal that issupported by both Democrats and Republicans. Securing relief for Nevada workers in most recent proposal On Sept. 28, House of Representatives leadership released their most recent COVID-19 relief proposal.In this proposal, Rep. Leehelped secure relief for entertainment, aviation, and restaurant workers, all of whom help form the backbone of Nevada's economy. Helping Nev.-03 constituents during the COVID-19 pandemic Rep. Lee has prioritized speakingdirectlywith constituents as frequently as possible tobetterunderstand how the pandemic is affecting Nevada families, workers, and small businesses: On Sept. 24, Rep. Lee hosted a Facebook Live roundtable on the state of distance education in communities of color and rural communities in Nevada. On Sept. 2, Rep. Lee hosted a Facebook Live roundtable with the Nevada State Education Association (NSEA) to discuss the effects of the COVID-19 pandemicand the failed response that followedon children and young students. On Sept. 1, Rep. Leehosted a Facebook Live roundtable to discuss K-12 and higher education in the southern Nevada Hispanic community. On Aug. 19,Rep. Lee andU.S.Sen. Jacky Rosen (Nev.) hosted a roundtable with representatives of several Nevada child care organizations to discuss the need for child care support during the coronavirus pandemic. On Aug. 19, Rep. Lee hosted a Facebook Live roundtable with Nevada Parent Teacher Association (NVPTA) PresidentRebecca Garcia and Clark County School District (CCSD) parents and teachers. On Aug. 13, Rep. Lee hosted a Facebook Live roundtable on the disproportionate effects of COVID-19 in southern Nevada minority communities. Representatives from several nursing trade groups and associations, minority health entities, and other related organizationsjoined the discussion. On Aug. 1,Rep. Lee hosted a telephone town hall with education experts to answer constituents' questions about the best at-home teaching strategies as Clark County School District (CCSD) parents began to prepare for the start of the academic year on Aug. 24. On July 29, Rep. Lee hosted a Facebook Live discussion with Nevada Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation (DETR)to discussquestions and concerns related to unemployment insurance and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) for Nevada workers. On July 22, Rep. Lee, a member of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), and the Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) hosted a Facebook Live roundtable to discuss issues impacting southern Nevada's Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Rep. Lee hastranslated what shehaslearned ontheground from her constituents into concrete legislation to help Nevada families and workers during the coronavirus pandemic: OnSept. 23,the House of Representatives passedtheCommander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act, which includesa provision based onReps. Lee and Jim Banks'(R-Ind.-03)bipartisanbill, theVA Telehealth Expansion Act, which would expand telehealth services for veterans at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and improve veterans' health care during the COVID-19 pandemic.The Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act will implementa comprehensive and aggressive strategy to reach more veterans with the mental health care they need. On Sept. 16, Rep. Lee helped pass the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Coronavirus Relief Act, which would expand resources and academic support for distance learning for K-12 students and families. On Aug. 28, Rep. Leeintroduced the Communities Serving Schools Act, which would provide grants to state and local education agencies to invest in wrap-around school services that assist with the health, well-being, and stability of students outside of the classroom. On Aug. 22, Rep. Leehelped pass theDelivering for America Act, which protects and strengthens the United States Postal Service (USPS) as the agency faces deliberate delays from the current administration. On Aug. 4, Rep. Leeintroduced the Community College Workforce Training Act, which would reauthorize the Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT) grant program. Rep. Lee's bill would authorize $2 billion through fiscal year 2024 to restart the TAACCCT grant program as a way to support higher education and workforce development during the COVID-19 pandemic.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-susie-lee-remembers-1-october-route-91-festival-tragedy,***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Susie Lee Remembers 1 October Route 91 Festival Tragedy,2020-10-01,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) released a video statement remembering the Route 91 Music Festival tragedy in Las Vegas on Oct. 1, 2017. The following is a transcript of Rep. Lee's video statement: Three years ago, our community experienced a tragedy unlike any we have faced before. October 1st, 2017, is a day that no Nevadan will forget. The fear, the trauma, the grief that engulfed our city can't be measured. Since that day, I have seen our city come together in a way that only a strong community can. Our unity made it clear that Vegas Strong' is notjusta catchphrase, it's a part of our identity. No one embodies that identity more than our first responders on the scene, along with the nurses,thedoctors, andthehospital staff working day and night to care for the countless victims. To all of our first responders and health care workers: thank you. In the coming days, reach out to your friends, your family, and your neighbors. Let them know they are supported and that our community sticks together when times get tough. We are and will always be Vegas Strong.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/floor-speech-rosen-commemorates-third-anniversary-1-october-honors-lives-lost-worst-mass-shooting,"In Floor Speech, Rosen Commemorates Third Anniversary of 1 October, Honors Lives Lost From Worst Mass Shooting in American History",2020-10-01,2020,2020-10,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Watch/Download SenatorRosen's full remarkshere. WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) spoke on the Senate floor to commemorate the third anniversary of 1 October, and honor the lives lost as a result of the worst mass shooting in American history. Three years ago, on this very date, in my hometown of Las Vegas, a gunman opened fire from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel onto the unsuspecting crowd below, said Senator Rosen. This horrific attack lasted just over ten minutes, but in that brief window of time, fifty-eight innocent lives were taken, and over four hundred were injured. It was the worst mass shooting in American history. In the three years since the shooting, two more victims have passed away due to injuries they sustained that night. One in 2019, and one earlier this year, bringing the number of lives lost up to sixty. Sixty families that will forever have an empty chair at their thanksgiving tables, Senator Rosen continued. Amid the violence and the terror, there were also heroes who made the choice to run toward danger, and help others. Nevada remembers 1 October because it showed us the darkest side of humanity. But in the aftermath, it also showed us the brightest and best of who we are. I stand here today to honor the men and women who lost their lives on 1 October, those who were injured in the attack, and the heroes who helped bring our city back, Senator Rosen concluded. I also call on Congress to show the same kind of strength that the people of Las Vegas have shown. Our nation currently faces many challenges, however my colleagues must recognize the threat that gun violence poses to our communities. The bipartisan Background Checks Act, a bill passed by the House 582 days ago, has been waiting for a vote in the Senate. I urge the Senate to bring this bill to a vote. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-helps-secure-federal-grant-nevada-workers-affected-covid-19,Rep. Lee Helps Secure Federal Grant for Nevada Workers Affected by COVID-19,2020-09-30,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03)announced thatNevadahas receivedaU.S.Department of Labor Dislocated Worker Grant (DWG),totaling$7,975,389, to address workforce impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thisfederalgrantprovides vital support for Nevada workers displaced by the coronavirus pandemic,said Rep. Lee.With the highest unemployment rate in the country at 13.2 percent, Nevada'seconomyhasbeen hit harderby this pandemicthan anywhereelse.This grantis one of many things that will help right the shipbyprovidingsupport services and employment training for Nevadans looking to reenter the workforce.I'll continue to work day and night to ensure our state has the support it needs from our federal government. BACKGROUND:Click here to learn more about theDislocated Worker Grant Program.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-lee-leads-hearing-examining-va-s-ongoing-veterans,***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Lee Leads Hearing Examining VAs Ongoing Veterans Electronic Health Records Project,2020-09-30,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"CLICK HERE TO WATCH ON YOUTUBE CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD VIDEO FILE Washington, D.C. House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization Chair Susie Lee (Nev.-03), led ahearingon the subcommittee's continued oversightofthe U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) ongoing efforts to implement the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) program. When a servicemember transitions from active duty to civilian life, their health records move with them from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) health care system to the VA health care system. The goal of the EHRM project is to improve and optimize that transition to the VA health care system, ultimately improving veteran care. Rep. Lee led this hearing to examinethe continued delays of the EHRM Program,andwhat needs to be done between now and thenewOct. 24, 2020, go-live date: When we last met, we discussed the announced delay of VA's planned March 28, 2020, go-live,which I supported due to the clear need to address critical VA staff concerns about testing and training. At that time, VA's plan was to try again in July of 2020, which again had to be postponed, this time due to COVID-19 and the need to redirect clinical staff to the pandemic response and because VA program and contractor staff could not readily access VA facilities. VA has informed us that its latest plan is to go live in Spokane on October 24, 2020.However, other aspects of the EHRM program have changed besides the date, and I would like to discuss in detail the impact of those changes. Today I would like to discuss the status of testing and training, staff readiness, and ongoing communication with the veterans who will be impacted. Rep. Lee highlighted how theVA'sinability to implement the EHRM program in a timely manner wouldultimately hurt veterans and their access to health care: I hope to hear today what VA's actual plan is going forward and how it intends to address the scheduling solution in order to address longstanding challenges with ensuring veterans can access timely appointments. I know my colleague Ranking Member Banks shares these concerns, and we need the witnesses to give us a better understanding of the plan, how it will impact veterans, and how VA is communicating these changes to the veterans they serve. I have a lot of questions, and some concerns, but I am hopeful that VA is going to have a successful go-live on October 24th. It all comes down to the most important part of this entire effortpatient safety. This is my number one priority, and I expect it is also VA's. We should strive to prevent any harm to a veteran and to endeavor to mitigate known risks during the course of this momentous transition. Veterans have already sacrificed so much for this country, their safety when in VA's care is paramount. BACKGROUND:As Chair of the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, Rep. Lee has helpedleadcongressional oversight of the EHRM project, and has also helped lead the charge to improve veterans' health care overall, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. On July 30, 2020, Rep. Lee, along with Republican Rep. Jim Banks (Ind.-03), introduced thebipartisan VA Telehealth Expansion Actto improve and expand telehealth services for veterans at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).On Sept. 23,this bill passed the House of Representatives as a provision of theCommander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/floor-speech-rosen-condemns-president-trumps-failure-denounce-white-supremacy,"In Floor Speech, Rosen Condemns President Trump’s Failure to Denounce White Supremacy",2020-09-30,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"Watch/Download SenatorRosen's full remarkshere. WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, spoke on the Senate floor, condemning the President's failure to denounce white supremacist rhetoric and violence during last night's Presidential debate. At a time when this nation is having a profound discussion about race, with anti-Semitism rearing its ugly head here in the United States and around the globe, and with the nation being torn apart over political differences, our leaders -- particularly our President -- must call out hate in all its forms, said Senator Rosen. Not only did the President of our United States not condemn the White Supremacist violence that he has incited during his tenure he implicitly gave them their marching orders. When asked to condemn the hate group, the Proud Boys, the President of the United States said that they should stand back and stand by.' There is no justification for his words or for his refusal to give a clear, direct, and swift condemnation of White Supremacy, Senator Rosen continued. The President's emboldening of violent extremists comes as the FBI and Department of Homeland Security named white supremacist extremists as the most significant terrorism-related threat to the United States. He didn't misspeak last night, he didn't make a joke, and regardless of what others may say, words matter. His words matter. He is the President of the United States, Senator Rosen concluded. Well let me say today, as the President should have last night -- and I invite all my colleagues to join me in this statement -- I condemn white nationalism, I condemn racism, I condemn anti-Semitism, and I condemn and denounce the groups that promote these vile ideologies, the Proud Boys among them. But we must speak out, and we must take action. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to not to be complicit in their silence and join me in denouncing white supremacy, as President Trump failed to do. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-secures-key-relief-nevadans-latest-covid-19-relief-proposal,Rep. Lee Secures Key Relief for Nevadans in Latest COVID-19 Relief Proposal,2020-09-29,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) released the following statement responding to the latest COVID-19 relief proposal, which the House released yesterday evening: The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated the travel and tourism industrythe primary pillar of Nevada's economy. Since the pandemic began, I have heard the nonstop pleas for help from my constituents to do something to prevent further layoffs and to help the people whose jobs will not return any time soon. One thing is clear: Nevadans need immediate help, not after the election, or even worse, the inauguration. The House passed the original Heroes Act over four months ago and the additional $600 per week in federal unemployment relief expired nearly two months ago, yet Republican and Democratic leaders have failed to meet the urgency with additional relief. Nevada's tourism, restaurant, convention, and live entertainment workers need help now. On September 15th, I and my bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus colleagues unveiled a COVID-19 relief framework to urge congressional leadership to go back to the negotiating table and produce a new package that would help struggling Americans. I'm now encouraged that negotiations have restarted, and there is renewed energy to get a new, bipartisan COVID-19 relief package passed. In the latest COVID-19 relief proposal, I fought for the inclusion of relief for our stage, aviation, and restaurant workers, all of whom help form the backbone of Nevada's economy. I urge negotiators from both sides of the aisle to keep this essential relief in any final package. There has never been a time so critical for Washington to put party and politics aside and prioritize what's right for the American people. BACKGROUND: On Sept. 15, 2020, Rep. Lee joined the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus (PSC)which includes 25 Democrats and 25 Republicans, including Rep. Leeto unveil its March to Common Ground framework to help break the gridlock on the latest COVID-19 relief package and encourage negotiators to get back to the table. Shortly after the Problem Solvers Caucus announced its proposal, bipartisan negotiations around COVID-19 relief resumed. The latest COVID-19 relief proposal includes the following Nevada priorities:",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-file-included-rep-lee-hosts-facebook-live-nevadans-experiencing,***VIDEO FILE INCLUDED*** Rep. Lee Hosts Facebook Live with Nevadans Experiencing Unemployment,2020-09-29,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"WATCH ON FACEBOOK HERE DOWNLOAD VIDEO HERE Las Vegas, Nev. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) hosted a Facebook Live roundtable with Nevadans who have become unemployed due to the COVID-19 crisis to hear their stories and provide an update on the state of COVID-19 relief negotiations in Washington, D.C. In August 2020, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics rankedNevada in 51st place among states and the District of Columbiafor unemployment, which is 13.2 percent in Nevada. The COVID-19 pandemic has hit Nevada exceptionally hard due this crisis' disproportionate impact on the travel and tourism industry. The following is a transcribed excerptfromRep. Lee's opening remarks: My father worked for a steel company and was laid off when I was a sophomore in college, and having lived through how tough this is on a family, I thought that [...] it's the people who have been laid off as a result of this pandemic whom I'm fighting for every day here in Washington. I thought it was important for us to have this roundtable with you to hear your stories and assure you that I'm doing everything I can in my power to make sure we get additional relief to not just the thousands of Nevadans, but the millions of Americans who have been displaced because of this pandemic. I'm back in Washington, D.C., right now. So much is going on here [...],but I want you all to know that there's one issue that I'm hyper-focused on and that's COVID-19 relief. BACKGROUND:On Sept. 15, 2020, Rep. Lee joined the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus (PSC)which includes 25 Democrats and 25 Republicans, including Rep. Leeto unveil itsMarch to Common Groundframework to help break the gridlock on the latest COVID-19 relief package and encourage negotiators to get back to the table. Shortly after the Problem Solvers Caucus announced its proposal, bipartisan negotiations around COVID relief resumed.The latest COVID-19 relief proposal includesthe following Nevada priorities: $4.5 billion in funding for Nevada's state and local governments; Targeted supportfor restaurant, aviation,andentertainment workers; $225billionforschools; Secondround of stimulus checks for families; $600 per week in federal unemploymentaid; $71 billion in rentandmortgage assistance; Paycheck Protection Program enhancementsto supportthe hardest-hit small businesses; 14 percentage pointboosttoMedicaid fundingfor states; $7.6 billion for Community Health Centers;and $75billionforCOVID-19 testing and tracing. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-applauds-138-million-grant-funding-support-workforce-development-nevada,Rosen Applauds $13.8 Million in Grant Funding to Support Workforce Development in Nevada,2020-09-29,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C.Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), released the following statement applauding news that the U.S. Department of Education (ED) has awarded the Nevada Governor's Office of Workforce Innovation (OWINN) a grant totaling $13,818,298.92 to support workforce development in the state: Nevada leads the nation in innovation and workforce development, and during this period of economic crisis, the need for comprehensive resources and workforce support is more important than ever,said Senator Rosen.This grant funding will help Nevadans to find new career paths, assist in career re-training, and allow Nevada's workforce to develop marketable skills. This grant will not only help Nevada workers build themselves up from the effects of this pandemic but put our state on a path toward economic and workforce growth. BACKGROUND: This grant has been awarded as part of the Supporting and Advancing Nevada's Dislocated Individuals (Project SANDI). The grant funding will assist dislocated and underemployed workers by modernizing Nevada's workforce system and expanding remote access to accelerated trainings for in-demand occupations using a digital platform. It will also expand accelerated degree programs and trainings in Nevada's priority sectors, including: health care, advanced manufacturing, IT, and the use of digital platforms to offer remote training for in-demand occupations. It will also develop an online, self-paced entrepreneurship module that is embedded in training and degree programs in Nevada. Key partners will include OWINN, Governor's Office of Economic Development, Nevada System of Higher Education, College of Southern Nevada, Great Basin College, Truckee Meadows College, Western Nevada College Nevada State Library, Nevada Connections Development Board, Nevada Works Development Board, Nevada Department of Habilitation, Training & Department of Education, and Nevada Grow. Last week, Senator Rosen and Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) introduced the STEM Restoring Employment Skills through Targeted Assistance, Re-entry, and Training (RESTART) Act. This bipartisan legislation would provide funding to small and medium-sized STEM businesses to offer robust, paid, mid-career internships, known as returnships for mid-career workers seeking to return or transition into the STEM workforce. Senator Rosen is an original co-sponsor of theRelaunchingAmerica's Workforce Act, legislation that would invest$15billion in America's workforce training infrastructure and career and technical education. InApril, Rosen sent a letter calling on Senate Leadership to include $15.1 billion in funding for U.S. workforce development in the next COVID-19 relief package. Senator Rosen's dedication to workforce development is further demonstrated by her introduction of: TheCyber Ready Workforce Act, bipartisan legislation she introduced last year alongside Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND). This bill would direct the U.S. Department of Labor to award grants to workforce intermediaries to support the creation, implementation, and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity and; TheAdvanced Manufacturing Jobs in America Act(AMJA) bipartisan legislation she introduced in January alongside Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN). This bill would direct the U.S. Department of Labor to begin pilot projects between local community colleges, state and tribal colleges, local boards, advanced manufacturers, and Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) centers, in order to facilitate education and training programs in the field of advanced manufacturing. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-co-sponsors-legislation-protect-unemployed-workers-health-insurance-during-pandemic,Rosen Co-Sponsors Legislation to Protect Unemployed Workers’ Health Insurance During Pandemic,2020-09-29,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), announced her original co-sponsorship of S.4714, the Worker Health Care Coverage Protection Act. This legislation, led by Senators Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), would provide a 100 percent subsidy of COBRA health insurance premiums owed by unemployed workers, in nearly all employment-based health plans, to ensure that workers do not lose coverage due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in millions of Americans being put out of work, causing them to lose access to their employer-sponsored health insurance,said Senator Rosen.We must act to ensure that all Americans can access health coverage during this critical time. That is why I am proud to co-sponsor this important piece of legislation that would provide workers with a lifeline to maintain their health care during this pandemic. I will continue working in Congress to protect the health of Nevadans and Americans across our nation. BACKGROUND: Since mid-March, approximately 57 million Americans have filed for unemployment benefits, with an estimated 10 to 15 million having also lost their employer-sponsored health insurance. Many unemployed Americans would prefer to remain on their employer health plan, known as COBRA, but it is often prohibitively expensiveon average, $1,700 per month for a family. The following organizations have endorsed the Worker Health Coverage Protection Act: AFL-CIO, UNITE HERE, UNITE HERE Local 1, National Coordinating Committee for Multiemployer Plans, Families USA, American Hospital Association, and Alliance to Fight for Health Care, Actors' Equity Association, Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), Alliance for Retired Americans (ARA), American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), Communications Workers of America (CWA), Guild of Italian American Actors (GIAA), International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART). International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers (IBB), International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial & Service Workers International Union (USW). Earlier this month, Senator Rosen co-sponsored the Covid Enrollment Response (COVER) Act, legislation to invest in outreach and enrollment assistance that would help more Americans find quality, affordable health insurance. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/amid-unprecedented-wildfire-season-rosen-and-western-state-colleagues-call-administration,"Amid an Unprecedented Wildfire Season, Rosen and Western State Colleagues Call on Administration to Immediately Mobilize Federal Response, Support Communities in Recovery Efforts",2020-09-28,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C.U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) and other Western Senators in a letter to President Trump requesting the Administration's immediate assistance to further mobilize the federal response to the unprecedented wildfire disasters currently ravaging much of the country. In the letter, the Senators urge the need to work together to support communities affected by wildfire damage. Senator Rosen is a member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), which has jurisdiction over the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Our states, Tribes, and localities are already over-extended in responding to the coronavirus pandemic and these wildfires are pushing communities to the brink. Congress has given the federal government many tools, including the Wildfire Suppression Operations Reserve Fund and the Disaster Relief Fund, which provide the funding to fight wildfires and provide relief to devastated communities, respectively, wrote the Senators. In meeting the immediate challenge of the fires that are already burning, we appreciate how the federal government has responded so far: federal firefighters are risking their lives to save life and property, and disaster response officials are working day and night to assist families who have lost everything. But, we can do more, continued the Senators. BACKGROUND: In August, Rosen announced her co-sponsorship of the Wildfire Defense Act, comprehensive legislation to help communities implement science-based methods for mitigating wildfire damage. This legislation would provide local communities with up to $10 million dollars to help them develop and carry out a Community Wildfire Defense Plan. Earlier this month: Rosen spoke on the Senate floor about the devastating wildfires ravaging the Western United States and the need to combat the economic and environmental impacts caused by climate change. Rosen joined a letter led by Senator Wyden to Senate and House leaders requesting a replenishment and increased funding for wildfire response and recovery in any upcoming spending package. The letter also called for an additional federal relief package known as a disaster supplemental as massive infernos continue to rage in the West. The full text of the letter can be found here and below: Dear Mr. President We write to request your immediate assistance to further mobilize the federal response to the unprecedented wildfire disasters currently ravaging much of the country. As you have seen first-hand, these wildfires are wreaking havoc on a scale that is becoming all too common. We need to work together to fight these fires now, support communities in the aftermath, and later work to prevent future devastation by building more resilient communities, restoring healthy forests and altering the climate change-driven conditions that have led to this catastrophe. Our states, Tribes, and localities are already over-extended in responding to the coronavirus pandemic and these wildfires are pushing communities to the brink. Congress has given the federal government many tools, including the Wildfire Suppression Operations Reserve Fund and the Disaster Relief Fund, which provide the funding to fight wildfires and provide relief to devastated communities, respectively. In meeting the immediate challenge of the fires that are already burning, we appreciate how the federal government has responded so far: federal firefighters are risking their lives to save life and property, and disaster response officials are working day and night to assist families who have lost everything. But, we can do more. We have identified the following immediate actions that the federal government can and should take to improve our responses to the wildfires and assist the states, Tribes, and communities grappling with the aftermath. First, you must quickly increase the number of fire personnel and equipment to build out our capacity to respond to wildfires now.Second, FEMA must use its existing authorities to break down unnecessary barriers to assistance for all communities, especially those in rural or disadvantaged areas impacted by wildfire, and be responsive to Governors' and Tribal leaders' requests to adjust cost share requirements that can hinder relief efforts in over-burdened states and Tribes. Thank you for your quick action to help our states respond to and recover from this year's wildfires. We also look forward to partnering later to ensure that we can prevent future wildfire seasons like the current one. International Help We ask that you promptly exercise your authority under the Wildfire Suppression Assistance Act (P.L. 101-11) to secure firefighting assistance from foreign fire agencies. While we understand that wildland firefighters from Canada and some other nations are already aiding domestic crews, and that firefighters from the National Guard and other uniformed services are either helping or being trained to help, there is still an urgent need for more experienced firefighters on the ground. Nations who also face routine wildfire challenges including longtime allies like Australia, Israel, Greece, and Spain have robust and seasoned wildland firefighting crews and we request you use your maximum legal authority to bring their help to bear in fighting there catastrophic fires. Hiring Recently Incarcerated We are in need of additional firefighters, and many people are in need of jobs. Thousands of former inmates that have served on firefighting crews while inprisonhave been released over the last six months. We are asking the Forest Service to work with the Department of Justice and the Bureaus of Prisons in Western States to locate these recently released,non-violent offenders and utilize its spot hiring authority to offer them employment in the fire service. Rangeland Protection Associations We urge the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to seek assistance from ranchers and loggers across the West that have experience with wildfires in order to increase the number of responders available to help protect and ready communities with respect to the current wildfires and those that are being predicted in California next month. Specifically, there are dozens of Rangeland Protection Associations located throughout Nevada, Oregon, and Idaho. We request the BLM contact these volunteer, nonprofit groups of landowners trained and authorized to respond to wildfires to gauge their interest and ability to mobilize. We urge the BLM to fund their transport and expenses, similar to the other resources (e.g., crews from volunteer fire departments) that the BLM traditionally brings in from other States or to use its Administratively Determined Pay Plan for Emergency Workers authority to temporarily hire these men and women. Slip-on pumps We urge the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior to quickly assemble a fleet of make-shift fire engines. Having additional staffed fire engines would both limit the number of structures lost in communities during a wildfire and free up a greater number of firefighters to focus on containing wildfires. ""Slip-on unitsenable regular pick-up trucks to be converted into small fire engines in a matter of hours. For less than $2 million of currently unobligated funds from the agencies' Fire Preparedness Accounts, 200 slip-on units can be purchased,providingthe agencies an additional 200 small fire engines. We urge the Forest Service and the Department of the Interior to ask counties in CA if they would be willing to temporarily allow county-owned pick-up trucks to be used for these fire engines. Experts havesuggested that these engines could be deployed most effectively if staffed by one County employee and one experienced firefighter, and if they are used solely to patrol evacuated neighborhoods afterfire-fronts have passed through to extinguish any smoldering areas. Many of the houses that burn in wildfires are ignited not by the main wildfire but by smoldering areas burning unattended for hours,long after afire-front passes through. Tribal Fire Protection - Our federal trust responsibility to Tribes as sovereign nations extends to responding to wildfire. The Department of the Interior should ensure that available Tribal firefighting crews are authorized to fight wildfires on Tribal and non-Tribal lands. FEMA must ensure they are immediately meeting the needs of Tribal governments, addressing their unique challenges and leveraging opportunities to respond effectively. The Agency should also swiftly invoke their Tribal Liaison program to communicate appropriately. Additionally, we need to be sure that Tribes' interests in protecting their cultural sites and resources are respected and Tribes are consulted as suppression efforts occur. FEMA Financial Assistance - We urge FEMA to consider the diminished capacity of State, local, and Tribal governments due to COVID-19 to provide assistance to wildfire affected households as they determine whether localities are eligible for Individual Assistance (IA) under a Major Disaster Declaration. When requested by a Governor or Tribal leader, FEMA assesses a State's or Tribe's request for IA using a number of factors, including whether a State, local or Tribal government has the capacity to respond to the needs of affected individuals. Because the impacts of COVID-19 have contributed to reduced tax revenue, charitable donations, and appropriate staff to process assistance requests, FEMA should take into account these unique factors as they determine program eligibility. Expedite Any Disaster Declarations We urge FEMA to appropriately break down red tape and expeditiously consider any requests for Fire Management Assistance Grants (FMAGs) or Major Disaster Declarations made by Governors and Tribal leaders from affected states. We appreciate the speed with which the agency has moved, so far, to consider any and all requests and provide technical assistance when appropriate and would request the agency continue to be nimble in the face of continued requests for assistance. Lower Cost-Share Percentages We ask that you swiftly consider any requests for adjusted federal cost-share from Governors and Tribal leaders of affected areas to address diminished state, Tribal, and local capacity. Due to the significant financial costs associated with ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impacts of major reductions in tax revenue over the last few months, many states and Tribes do not have access to the funds needed for the traditional 75/25 cost share requirement under the Stafford Act. Similarly, local sponsors for USDA Emergency Watershed Protection projects, to assist with post-fire recovery, also have limited resources at this time. We ask that USDA NRCS quickly consider requests, and work with project sponsors, to minimize local match requirements. Smoke Shelters As FEMA has done many times to deal with sheltering limitations following major hurricanes, we urge FEMA to make temporary shelter assistance available under emergency or Major Disaster declarations requested by Governors and Tribal leaders, in a flexible and creative manner. In order to ease pressure on congregate shelters or hotels participating in the Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program, FEMA should explore ways to make low-cost investments in homes, apartments, or other housing facilities to mitigate the impact of smoke inhalation and provide personal inhalation prevention equipment. Post-Fire Stabilization Aside from the immediate damage, wildfires also create complex problems on the landscape, from soil erosion and flooding, to invasive plant cultivation that can increase future fire risk. Post-fire soil stabilization is a crucial activity following wildfires, and the scale of the work needed this year requires that resources be bolstered and work begin immediately. In order to quickly and effectively contain forthcoming damage, we request that the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Forest Service, and the Department of the Interiormuster all resource specialists available to join teams,rapidly assemble and begin deploying emergency response teams, and reach out to local officials to begin installing mud-slide prevention treatments. The federal government should utilize the Rapid Response Erosion Database established pursuant to(Public Law 116-9, Sec. 1114(h)) to more quickly develop recommendations for emergency stabilization treatments and utilizethe authority in in the administrative provisions sections of TitlesIand III of Division D in Public Law 116-94to reprogram any funding as needed. Lastly, in accordance with the Department's ""all landsefforts, theagencies should expeditiously sharewith States and localitiesinformation about urgent post-fire threats to communities. Support for States Helping States In response to the raging wildfires out West, states across the country have stepped up to help their fellow citizens, sending firefighters, equipment, and other resources to the affected region through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). EMAC is a mutual aid compact used by emergency managers and other disaster response officials and can be activated by Governors. Should Governors request reimbursement for EMAC activities, we ask that FEMA swiftly consider these requests for reimbursements to ensure EMAC can be a reliable option for all future events. We and all of our constituents look forward to your acting on these requests as soon as possible. Sincerely, ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-observing-yom-kippur,Rosen Statement Observing Yom Kippur,2020-09-27,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator JackyRosen(D-NV)released the followingstatementin observation of the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur: Today at sundown, Jews around the world will gather in observance of Yom Kippur to reflect on the year that has passed, said Senator Rosen. This Day of Atonement is a time for reflection, humility, and repentance, but it is also a chance to acknowledge our shortcomings and commit ourselves to do better in the year ahead. May this solemn day offer clarity and forgiveness, and may we start this new year with renewed energy and faith in our community of what we can accomplish together. From my family to yours, we wish all those observing Yom Kippur an easy and meaningful fast and a peaceful day of reflection. G'mar Chatimah Tovah. BACKGROUND: Senator Rosen holds the distinction of being the third female Jewish Senator in U.S. history, as well as the first former synagogue president to serve in the United States Senate. Last week, Senator Rosen joined with Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) in introducing a bipartisan resolution celebrating the Jewish High Holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Last year, Rosen launched theSenate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Anti-Semitism, with co-chair Senator James Lankford (R-OK). The Task Force now includes 38 Senators, with an equal number of Democrats and Republicans. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-nomination-judge-amy-coney-barrett-united-states-supreme-court,Rosen Statement on Nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the United States Supreme Court,2020-09-26,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement in response to news of President Donald Trump's nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the United States Supreme Court: President Trump and Senate Republicans have tried for years to repeal the Affordable Care Act through legislation and the courts, and very soon, the Supreme Court will consider a case that could overturn the ACA completely. This means that the next Justice will decide whether individuals with pre-existing conditions could be denied health care coverage, said Senator Rosen. Not only does Judge Barrett support the President's plan to dismantle our nation's health care law and eliminate reproductive freedoms, but the rush to confirm her nomination clearly violates the precedent that Senate Republicans set just four years ago for filling a Supreme Court vacancy. In fact, unlike the 2016 election, millions of Americans across the country are already voting. My Republican colleagues should honor their own precedent on this process - the McConnell Rule - and ensure that the American people have their say at the ballot box before the Senate considers a lifetime appointment to the Supreme Court that will determine the future of access to quality, affordable health care in the United States. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/during-national-small-business-week-rosen-cornyn-eshoo-katko-introduce-bipartisan-bicameral,"During National Small Business Week, Rosen, Cornyn, Eshoo, Katko Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Cybersecurity for Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Local Governments",2020-09-25,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship and Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, announced the introduction of S.4731, the bipartisan and bicameral Improving Cybersecurity of Small Organizations Act of 2020. The bill, introduced alongside Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and Representatives Anna G. Eshoo (D-CA) and John Katko (R-NY), would require the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) to maintain and promote cybersecurity best practices guidance for small organizations, which includes small businesses, small nonprofits, and small governmental agencies. Small organizations are increasingly vulnerable to cyber-attacks, and many of them lack the resources to manage complex cyber risks, said Senator Rosen. I'm proud to introduce the Improving Cybersecurity of Small Organizations Act of 2020. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation will help protect our nation's small businesses, nonprofits, and local governments from the growing threat of cyber-attacks and keep our economy and nation safe. I will continue to support forward-thinking legislation that improves America's digital infrastructure. BACKGROUND: An estimated 43% of online cyber-attacks are aimed at small businesses and cost companies an average of $200,000 in damages, putting many small organizations, particularly those with few resources, at risk of going out of business. Specifically, the bipartisan and bicameral Improving Cybersecurity of Small Organizations Act of 2020 (S.4731): Directs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to issue guidance that documents and promotes evidence-based cybersecurity policies and controls for small organizations (i.e., small businesses, nonprofits, and local governments); Requires CISA, the Small Business Administration (SBA), and the Department of Commerce to promote the cybersecurity guidance; Requires the Secretary of Commerce to submit to Congress a report describing methods to incentivize small organizations to improve their cybersecurity; and Requires the SBA to report on the state cybersecurity of small businesses every two years. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-named-2020-hospice-action-network-angel-awardee,Rosen Named as 2020 Hospice Action Network Angel Awardee,2020-09-25,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), the Special Committee on Aging, and founder of the bipartisan Senate Comprehensive Care Caucus, was named as a 2020 Hospice Action Network Angel Awardee by the Hospice Action Network (HAN), a National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) affiliate and advocacy organization. Rosen was one of only four senators awarded this honor. As someone who stepped back from my own career to take care of my parents and in-laws as they got older and developed serious health problems, ensuring that our seniors have comprehensive access to hospice and palliative care is an issue that has always been close to my heart, said Senator Rosen. It is an honor to be recognized by the NHPCO for the work I'm doing in Congress, and I hope to continue efforts alongside them to increase access to quality care for patients in need. We are extremely thankful for Senator Rosen for her steadfast leadership and robust support of hospice and palliative care patients and their families who rely on person- and family-centered, interdisciplinary care during their greatest time of need, said NHPCO President and CEO Edo Banach. BACKGROUND: The Hospice Action Network Angel Award was created to recognize policy makers who: Serve hospice and palliative care patients and their families through their legislative efforts; Work to support the vital mission of hospice and palliative care in caring for patients facing serious or life limiting illnesses; and Use their platform to amplify the voices of patients facing serious and terminal illness and their families. Last year, Senator Rosen launched the bipartisanComprehensive Care Caucus, with co-chairs Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), and Deb Fischer (R-NE). The purpose of the Comprehensive Care Caucus is to raise the public's awareness and promote the availability and benefits of palliative care, while also finding bipartisan solutions to expand access to palliative care services, improve coordinated care, and address issues impacting caregivers. Last year, Senator Rosen also introduced the bipartisanProvider Training in Palliative Care Act(S.1921) with Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK). This bipartisan legislation would update the National Health Service Corps program to allow providers to train in palliative care as an eligible primary care service. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-statement-celebrating-national-gear-week,Rosen Statement Celebrating National GEAR UP Week,2020-09-25,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), released the following statement in celebration of National Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) Week, held every September 21st through 25th: Programs like GEAR UP are critical in supporting underrepresented and low-income students who are working toward achieving a higher education, said Senator Rosen. In these challenging times, education is the key to success and helping communities reach new heights. In Nevada, GEAR UP has helped tens of thousands of students unlock their potential through the support and services they provide, guided students through the college application process, and ultimately graduate college. I will continue working in Congress to see that programs like GEAR UP continue to receive funding to assist our students in their educational pursuits. BACKGROUND: Senator Rosen is an original co-sponsor of the bipartisan GEAR UP For Success Act (S.303), which would enhance the GEAR UP federal grant program by giving recipients increased flexibility to cater to the needs of local students, reducing administrative burdens for recipients, and developing a more competitive and fair application process. Last year, Senator Rosen helped introduce the 21st Century Workforce Partnerships Act (S.2670), legislation that would provide federal support for middle and high schools to partner with institutions of higher education, industry partners, and apprenticeship programs to create an education or career training program for students. Nevada System of Higher Education institutions partner with middle and high schools in the state to support and prepare students through their first year of college. The Center for Academic Enrichment and Outreach at UNLV coordinates the largest suite of federally funded TRIO, Title III AANAPISI, NSF LSAMP and GEAR UP programs in the nation. The programs help first generation and low-income middle and high school students, college students and adults with academic counseling and tutoring, personal counseling, mentoring and financial guidance to help them succeed and ultimately complete college. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-clean-energy-reform-including-rep-lee-s-provision-support,"House Passes Clean Energy Reform, Including Rep. Lees Provision to Support Residential Clean Energy Systems",2020-09-24,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) helped pass theClean Economy Jobs and Innovation Act, which would makelong-overdue reforms to U.S. energy policy and authorize major investments in the transition to a low-carbon future. Included in this billisan amendment that is similar to legislation introduced by Rep. Lee, which wouldhelp improve andstreamline permitting processes for residential clean energy systems. These systems include rooftop solar, small wind power, residential battery storage, hydrogen fuel cells, and level two electric vehicle charging. As our country reels from the devastation caused by the pandemic and natural disasters, particularly the fires out West, it's clear we should not have to choose between economic growth and protecting our planet, said Rep. Lee. It's long past time to address climate change, and this bill gets America back on track by reducing our carbon footprint and making a long-term investment in clean energy. My bill, which simplifies solar energy permitting, was included in this package. As a result, more households and businesses will be able to access affordable opportunities to make the switch to solar. Southern Nevada has led the way in solar energy development and installation, and I'm going to make sure that continues. BACKGROUND: Click here to view a fact sheet of the Clean Economy Jobs and Innovation Act. Click here to view a section by section of the Clean Economy Jobs and Innovation Act.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/video-included-rep-lee-southern-nevada-education-experts-host-facebook-live,"***VIDEO INCLUDED*** Rep. Lee, Southern Nevada Education Experts Host Facebook Live on State of Distance Education in Communities of Color, Rural Communities",2020-09-24,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"CLICK HERE TO WATCH ON FACEBOOK Washington, D.C. -U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) hosted aFacebook Live roundtable on the state of distance education in communities of color and rural communities. Distance education caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in barriers to learning in communities of color and rural communities due to their disproportionate lack of access to devices and internet service.Representatives from the Clark County School District (CCSD), community groups, and educatorsjoinedRep. Lee to discuss these barriers and what can be done to address them. The COVID-19 pandemic has made inequality in all its forms even more evident across our community, said Rep. Lee. For many of our children, especially in communities of color and rural communities, the lack of access to devices and the internet has created very real barriers for students to receive a quality virtual education. We simply can't let this continue. This roundtable gave me an opportunity to hear directly from officials, advocates, and educators who are on the ground doing the best they can to help our kids learn during this time of disruption. The feedback they shared with me today will help inform the decisions I make in Washington to ensure we're able to tear down these barriers during the pandemic and after it passes. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-hyde-smith-introduce-bipartisan-jobs-bill-support-mid-career-workers-re-entering-or,"Rosen, Hyde-Smith Introduce Bipartisan Jobs Bill to Support Mid-Career Workers Re-Entering or Transitioning to STEM Workforce, Close the Gender and Skills Gap in STEM",2020-09-24,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) and the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) announced their introduction of S.4677, the STEM Restoring Employment Skills through Targeted Assistance, Re-entry, and Training (RESTART) Act. This bipartisan legislation would provide funding to small and medium-sized STEM businesses to offer robust, paid, mid-career internships, known as returnships for mid-career workers seeking to return or transition into the STEM workforce. Nevada is home to countless innovators, entrepreneurs, and forward-thinking small business owners, said Senator Rosen. However, particularly during our current economic crisis, we must do more to break down the barriers that too many workers face when re-entering or transitioning into the STEM workforce. This bipartisan legislation would create a new national program to support our mid-careers workers by funding mid-level returnships to provide the professional development and support they need to transition back to work in the STEM industry or enter a good-paying STEM field for the first time. This bill will also help bridge the gap between workers who are underrepresented in STEM fields and small businesses looking for qualified talent. I will continue working in Congress to develop forward-thinking solutions that support our workforce and small business community during this crisis. There are any number of reasons many talented people, particularly women, leave their careers for a period of time. We're proposing a program to aid reentry into the workforce for underrepresented individuals with STEM-related skills. Our measure would help fulfill a need for qualified workers in small and mid-sized businesses that are driving STEM job growth, said Senator Hyde-Smith. I think this is a smart solution to help get people back to work, increase the financial standing of many families, and boost economic activity in growing states like Mississippi. Economic growth depends on having workers who are trained with in-demand skills, especially in the growing STEM industry sectors, said Mary Beth Sewald, President and CEO of the Vegas Chamber. As our community focuses on retraining displaced workers for new careers, the STEM Restart Act would be a tremendous resource to connect newly trained professionals in STEM fields with an opportunity to gain invaluable work experience to help them build new careers. The Vegas Chamber applauds Senator Rosen's dedication to worker retraining with the introduction of this meaningful piece of legislation. The Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce stands behind Senator Rosen's efforts to assist small businesses, redeploy the unemployed and underemployed, and respond to the overwhelming need our members have to fill in-demand jobs in diverse industries, said Ann Silver, CEO of The Reno+Sparks Chamber of Commerce. Our return to a robust economy depends on stimulating commerce and reaching out to residents who have the desire to be part of our recovery. As an organization focused on empowering Nevada's Latino workforce with the tools needed to succeed, we couldn't be prouder to support Senator Rosen's bipartisan STEM RESTART Act, said Peter Guzman, President of the Latin Chamber of Commerce. This bill addresses the real need to provide support to workers looking to enter the STEM workforce for the first time, or re-entering again after a break in their career, and will greatly benefit the Las Vegas community. We applaud Senator Rosen for her leadership in this space and for introducing this important piece of legislation. As a STEM graduate myself in Civil Engineering who is part of a historically underrepresented group, I applaud and appreciate Senator Rosen for sponsoring this bipartisan STEM Restart Act legislation, said Ken Evans, President of the Las Vegas Urban Chamber of Commerce. Innovative legislation of this type that leads to diversification of our Nevada economy into new and emerging sectors while ensuring that diversity and inclusion of traditionally underrepresented groups is a priority is very much supported and welcomed by our Urban Chamber membership. Senator Rosen has always been a leader in workforce and economic development, said Jaime Cruz, Executive Director of Workforce Connections, the Local Workforce Development Board in Southern Nevada. The bipartisan bill is pivotal in our fast-changing economy as it provides funding through WIOA for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as supports individuals who re-enter or transition into the STEM workforce. Prioritizing funding for unemployed workers, underrepresented populations, including women, people of color, and individuals from rural areas will continue to allow our community to be positioned for success and ensure resiliency for our economy and community. The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) has long supported return to work programs such as the STEM Reentry Task Force and iReLaunch that help lessen the gap between women who are capable of relaunching their careers but lack access to return to the STEM workforce. SWE knows that although over ninety percent of women STEM professionals who have to leave the workforce wish to return, only forty percent are able to do so, said Karen Horting, Executive Director and CEO of the Society of Women Engineers. Therefore, we applaud Sens. Rosen and Hyde-Smith for introducing the STEM RESTART Act, which recognizes the successes of existing returnship programs that hire on eighty-six percent of participants at large companies closing the STEM opportunity gap while creating quality jobs. By providing federal backing, the STEM RESTART Act helps small businesses looking for qualified talent do likewise to restore America's bench of STEM talent. These professionals have skills and knowledge that contribute to the success of the companies that host these programs and the health of the country's economy. Current economic circumstances need initiatives like this one, and we look forward to supporting efforts to get this legislation to the president's desk. SIA strongly supports the introduction of the STEM RESTART Act and we commend Senator Rosen for her bipartisan leadership in introducing this important legislation, said Don Erickson, CEO of the Security Industry Association (SIA). SIA applauds the bill's intent to encourage small- and medium-sized businesses to attract more diverse talent in the STEM fields. We believe diversity and inclusion have the power to help our industry advance, to help bring in the best talent and to recognize new ideas brought in by diverse perspectives. We firmly believe the STEM RESTART Act will help accomplish our goals in cultivating a more diverse workforce. ""We applaud Sen. Rosen and Sen. Hyde-Smith for introducing the STEM RESTART Act, said Benjamin Corb, Public Affairs Director of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Women's careers have disproportionately suffered as a result of the coronavirus pandemic compared to men and this legislation would help women scientists return to the STEM field. We urge members of Congress to support this important legislation to bolster American science."" We are delighted at the bipartisan leadership of Sen. Rosen and Sen. Hyde-Smith in introducing the STEM RESTART Act. Our country needs to get more people back to work in high-paying STEM jobs and this bill boosts those efforts by promoting the novel practice of returnships, whereby industry can provide a supportive pathway for STEM professionals to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, said James Brown, Executive Director of the STEM Education Coalition. The bill would prioritize federal funding to target individuals that are out of work or underemployed and who are also persons who are also part of historically underrepresented groups in STEM, including women, Black and Latino persons. This is a very creative way to help solve an important STEM education challenge. Our research shows that women voluntarily leave the tech workforce at a higher rate than their male counterparts, said Brenda Darden Wilkerson, CEO of AnitaB.org. As an organization dedicated to gender equity within the technical industry, AnitaB.org proudly advocates for opportunities for women to reenter their careers, provide for their families, and contribute valuable innovations to our economy. The bipartisan STEM RESTART Act represents a great step forward for the thousands of individuals who are looking to return to the workforce during this time, and we thank Senators Rosen and Hyde-Smith for their leadership on this important topic. BACKGROUND: The bipartisan RESTART Act (S.4677) prioritizes funding for robust, paid, mid-career internships, known as returnships, for workers from underrepresented populations and rural areas. Studies show that mid-career internships or returnships are an effective way to address the difficulties of former STEM employees seeking to return to work to in-demand industry sectors. These programs provide a probationary period and opportunities to obtain mentorship, professional development, and support as the participants transition back to work and advance in their career. Returnships allow an employer to base a hiring decision on actual work instead of just interviews and references. Many larger and Fortune 500 companies provide mid-career internships for returning technical professionals as an effort to close the gender gap and skills gap. However, studies show that small firms are more likely to develop emerging technologies than large firms, yet have access to fewer resources. The Center for Talent Innovation's research shows that while 93 percent of off-ramped women want to resume their careers, only 74 percent manage to get any kind of job at all and just 40 percent successfully return to work full-time. A Pew study found that 62 percent of Black STEM workers say they have faced discrimination in hiring or promotion at their jobs compared to just 13 percent of White STEM. There's a hidden talent pool in women (and men) returning to work after a break, but their resumes are often overlooked due to large gaps in employment. Specifically, the bipartisan STEM RESTART Act: Provides Direct Funding for Organizations within Needed STEM Fields: Allocates $50 million per year in grant funding for small and medium-sized businesses to set up returnships for qualified talent within in-demand industries within the STEM workforce. Prioritizes Returnships for Underrepresented Populations to Close the Skills/Hiring Gap: Prioritizes funds for returnships for unemployed or underemployed persons who are also part of historically underrepresented groups in STEM, including women, Black and Latino persons, and individuals in rural communities. Ensures Accountability: Requires any grant-funded returnship to last at least 10 weeks and include assurances of how the program will build upon returning workers' skills. Requires the Secretary of Labor to track and report to Congress on the use of funding by grantees. Also sets parameters for who can apply for grant funds and limits initial funding to five years. Includes Flexibility for Local Needs: Allows small and medium-sized businesses within in-demand industries as determined by WIOA standards and State and local workforce development strategies to apply for grant funds. Also allows grantees to collaborate with other providers, including universities and nonprofit organizations, to provide the best returnship experience. Protects Returning Workers from Exploitation: Ensures that returning workers must be provided payment and benefits equivalent to a grantee's existing non-entry level employees. Allows for grant funds to be used for benefits and incentives, such as childcare and necessary travel or training expenses. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://www.rosen.senate.gov/rosen-joins-colleagues-introducing-legislation-stop-administrations-political-interference-covid-19,Rosen Joins Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Stop Administration’s Political Interference in COVID-19 Response,2020-09-24,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Jacky Rosen,R000608,www.rosen.senate.gov,,,legacy,"WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), joined Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Patty Murray (D-WA), and 31 of their Senate colleagues in introducing the Science and Transparency Over Politics (STOP) Act. This legislation would create a taskforce to investigate instances of political interference with our nation's COVID-19 response. Over 200,000 Americans have died as a result of the coronavirus, and yet this Administration continues to play politics and interfere with medical and scientific decisions and recommendations, said Senator Rosen. We cannot allow this Administration to politicize the actions of our health agencies when lives are on the line. This legislation would investigate and put a stop to instances of political interference at agencies of the Department of Health and Human Services. We must ensure that our nation's pandemic response and health care decisions are made by medical experts and facts. BACKGROUND: The STOP Act would create a task force of the Pandemic Response and Accountability Committee charged with conducting a thorough investigation into any political interference with decisions made by scientific agencies of the Department of Health and Human Services in connection with the pandemic response. These reports would be released to committees of jurisdiction and could be made public so Americans and independent experts can see with full transparency whether scientists were unimpeded in their work or a product was pushed for political reasons. Additionally, the task force would have full discretion to release any information that it deems is in the public interest and may be important to public safety. The push for additional oversight of the Trump Administration comes following a barrage of alarming instances of Trump officials undermining the work of public health agencies on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. ###",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-lee-speaks-house-floor-support-expanding-veterans-mental-health-care,Rep. Lee Speaks on House Floor in Support of Expanding Veterans Mental Health Care,2020-09-23,2020,2020-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,,,legacy,"CLICK HERE TO WATCH ON YOUTUBE CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD VIDEO FILE Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Susie Lee (Nev.-03) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives in support of theCommander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act.This bill will implementa comprehensive and aggressive strategy to reach more veterans with the mental health care they need. The following is a transcript of Rep. Lee's remarks: I stand today in support of Senate Bill 785, the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act. In addition to making critical updates related to VA transition assistance, mental health care, and care for women veterans, this billalsoincludes an important provisionthatI championed here in the House in the form of the VA Telehealth Expansion Act, which would provide entitieswith grantsexpanding telehealth capabilities to serve veterans throughout theVA. We knowthe stat that over 20 veterans take their life by suicide each day, and not one suicide is acceptable. Many of those veterans are not accessing VA care, and we know telehealth is another venue to allow those veterans increased access to care. And whether a veteran is homebound, in a rural community, in acommunitywithoutaccess to a VA clinic or hospital, or as we've seen during this pandemic, at high risk of dying if they catch COVID-19, this pandemic has shown usjusthow critical it is for our veterans to be able to accesshealth care through telehealth. In my home stateof Nevada, in just one weekthat Southern Nevada began responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the number ofveterans in theSouthernNevada Healthcare Systemwho hadtelehealth visits, that numberwas just under 150. Fast forward to the week of July 19, they were providing over 2,000 video visits to veterans in their homes via VA Video Connect. That means that telehealth video visits increased by over 1,000 percent. It's abundantly clear that telehealth has provided improved access in health care for so many veterans, and we must continue to invest in the VA's telehealth capacity. S.785 does just that. Before I yield the balance of my time, I want to give a special thank you to Congressman Roe, the Ranking Member, for his leadership on this committee. I've only been working with you one term,but without a doubt your commitment to our veterans is clear. BACKGROUND: On July 30, 2020, Rep. Lee, along with Republican Rep. Jim Banks (Ind.-03), introduced the bipartisan VA Telehealth Expansion Act to improve and expand telehealth services for veterans at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Click here to learn more about the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act.",1,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z,2026-03-30T12:14:52Z