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Will Senate Dems Join The ‘Insurgency’?
Senate Liberals Are Threatening To Break Precedent, And Obstruct & Slow-Walk Cabinet Nominees Despite Previously Claiming (Before The Election) There Is A 'Moral Obligation' To 'Get Things Done' SEN. CHUCK SCHUMER (D-NY) Prior To Election: "We have a moral obligation, even beyond the economy and politics, to avoid gridlock and get the country to work again... We have to get things done." ("Schumer Sees Path to Senate Tax Deal With Clinton in White House," Bloomberg Politics, 11/07/2016) FL… Continue Reading
12.05.16
21st Century Cures: A Medical ‘Innovation Game-Changer’
Bipartisan Legislation 'Addresses Problems That Touch Nearly Every American Life' SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "Too many people are waiting for the promise of a cure or a medical advancement to combat a life-threatening disease. . . Cutting back on bureaucratic red tape, advancing lifesaving research and tackling the scourge of cancer would move our country forward and help millions looking for more than hope, but a chance at long, healthy lives." ("$6.3 Billion Measure Aims… Continue Reading
09.29.16
Significant Bipartisan Accomplishments
Stack Of Major Legislation Passed By The Republican Senate: Fighting Zika, Combatting Opioids, Water Resources Development Act, FAA Legislation, Infrastructure Improvements, Biotech Labeling, Puerto Rico Restructuring, Modernizing The Toxic Substances Control Act, Trade Secrets, FOIA Updates, North Korean Sanctions & Much More 2016 ACCOMPLISHMENTS PILE UP CR: Includes 'Funding To Fight The Zika Virus, Combat The Opioid Overdose Crisis' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "It is a fair proposal… Continue Reading
07.14.16
‘We’ve Clearly Put The Senate Back To Work’
Stack Of Major Legislation Passed By The Republican Senate This Year Continues To Grow: Combating Opioids, FAA Legislation, Biotech Labeling, Puerto Rico Restructuring, Modernizing The Toxic Substances Control Act, Trade Secrets, FOIA Updates, North Korean Sanctions & More SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): 'We've clearly put the Senate back to work' (Sen. McConnell, Floor Remarks, 7/14/16) A GROWING LIST OF 2016 ACCOMPLISHMENTS CARA: 'A Bill To Tackle The Nation's Opioid Crisis' SEN.… Continue Reading
07.14.16
CARA: ‘The Most Sweeping Drug Legislation In Years’
'Public Health Advocates Have Lauded The Bill As A Crucial Policy Shift,' 'An "Extraordinary" Step Forward' SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "This is a comprehensive legislative response to the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic devastating Kentucky and our nation. I'm happy to see it on its way to the president's desk to be signed into law." (Sen. McConnell, Press Release, 7/13/2016) SEN. ROB PORTMAN (R-OH): "This is a historic moment, the first time in decades that Congres… Continue Reading
06.29.16
Puerto Rico Bill ‘A Big Win For Limited Government Conservatives’
'Not A Single Taxpayer Dime Will Be Spent On Paying Puerto Rico's Debt' SEN. MITCH MCCONNELL (R-KY): "Today we have an opportunity to help the Puerto Rican people in the face of this crisis and prevent a taxpayer bailout by passing the responsible, bipartisan bill before us. This bill won't cost the taxpayers a dime. What it will do is help Puerto Rico restructure its financial obligations and provide much-needed oversight to put into place reforms." (Sen. McConnell, Floor Remarks, 6/29/16) SE… Continue Reading
06.08.16
Toxic Substances Control Act A ‘Major Chemical Safety Overhaul’
'The Most Far-Reaching And Influential Environmental Statute Passed By Congress Since The Body Updated The Clean Air Act In 1990' SEN, JIM INHOFE (R-OK), Environment and Public Works Committee Chairman: "This historic piece of environmental regulatory reform is a great example of the Republican-led Congress working for the American people by enacting meaningful and commonsense legislation... This soon-to-be law will protect and support millions of domestic jobs and spur economic growth for d… Continue Reading
05.27.16
Senate Back To Work
List of Legislation Passed By The Republican Senate Continues To Grow SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MITCH McCONNELL: "We're seeing every day what a Senate that's back to work can achieve. We're seeing what's possible when committees are up and running again and the legislative process is functioning better again. We're seeing what's possible when senators from both sides of the aisle are empowered again to find areas of common ground, and then can actually work together to achieve them. . . We're g… Continue Reading
05.25.16
‘It Takes A Lot Of Gall’
On NDAA, Sen. Reid's Preference Is A 'Last-Ditch Process' In 'A Lame-Duck Session' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): 'There's no reason for further delay from our Democratic colleagues' "After two days of needless delay from across the aisle, this morning we'll vote to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed to the National Defense Authorization Act, and hopefully adopt that motion quickly thereafter. This critical defense bill passed committee on a strong bipartisan basis, there's no reason for fur… Continue Reading
05.24.16
Adam Walsh Act Reauthorization Will Help Keep Our Children Safe
Republican Led Senate Has 'Passed Many Different Measures To Help Victims' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "The Republican-led Senate believes in the importance of combating sexual assault and providing key protections for the victims of these heinous crimes. ...the Adam Walsh Reauthorization Act, will bolster efforts to prevent future sexual assault crimes and help victims receive justice." (Sen. McConnell, Congressional Record, S.3039, 3/23/16) SEN. CHUCK GRASSLEY (R-IA): "Too many kids are … Continue Reading
05.13.16
Energy & Water Bill ‘An Important First Step’
'The First Time The Senate Has Approved A Stand-Alone Bill To Fund Energy And Water Programs Since 2009' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "The Energy and Water Appropriations bill is important for American energy, for American waterways and ports, and for American commerce and safety… This is a good bill for Kentuckians and for our country. By returning to regular order, we've opened up the process and empowered all Senators to have more of a say in the appropriations process. The progres… Continue Reading
04.20.16
Senate Energy Bill A Milestone
Vote Today On 'First Far-Reaching Energy Law In Nearly A Decade' Follows Yesterday's Passage Of 'The Most Passenger-Friendly' FAA Bill 'In A Generation' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "…the Republican-led Senate will today pass the first major energy bill in nearly a decade. It's broad, it's bipartisan, it's just the kind of legislation we're seeing a lot of in a Republican-led Senate that continues to show what's possible with good ideas and good old hard work." (Sen. McConnell, Floor … Continue Reading
04.19.16
Senate Back To Work: FAA & Energy
The Stack Of Significant Legislation Passed By The Republican Senate Solving 'Big, Entrenched Problems' Continues To Grow FAA: 'Passenger-Friendly' & Will 'Ramp Up Airport Security' SEN. JOHN THUNE (R-SD), Commerce Committee Chairman: "Passage of this bipartisan legislation is a win for airline passenger rights, advancing responsible drone usage, boosting the competitiveness of the aerospace industry, and making our skies safe." (Senate Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee… Continue Reading
04.06.16
A Bipartisan ‘Passenger-Friendly’ FAA Bill
Unanimously Approved In Committee, FAA Bill 'Contains Numerous Pro-Consumer Provisions' SEN. JOHN THUNE (R-SD), Commerce Committee Chairman: "Passage of this bipartisan legislation is a win for airline passenger rights, advancing responsible drone usage, boosting the competitiveness of the aerospace industry, and making our skies safe." (Senate Commerce, Science, & Transportation Committee, Press Release, 3/16/2016) SEN. BILL NELSON (D-FL), Commerce Committee Ranking Member: "It's really e… Continue Reading
03.11.16
Senate Responds to 'Urgent Drug Crisis'
'A Similar Bill Introduced In 2014 Never Made It To The Senate Floor' SEN. CHUCK GRASSLEY (R-IA): "[T]he Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act . . . passed today with [an] overwhelming bipartisan vote. This legislation reflects the Senate at its finest, working in a bipartisan way, to address an awful epidemic that's gripping our country. . . Real lives will be saved because of the leadership of this bipartisan group." (Sen. Grassley, Congressional Record, S. 1417, 3/10/2016) SEN. ROB P… Continue Reading
02.12.16
‘A Great Day For American Consumers’
Ending Years Of Temporary Extensions, 'Mark[ing] An Enormous Win For Taxpayers And Consumers' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "The Internet is a resource used daily by Americans of all ages, across our country. Students use it to research school projects and papers. Entrepreneurs use it to help run their businesses and come up with new ideas. Families use it to manage their busy schedules and stay in touch with relatives. It's important that they be able to do all of this without the worry of t… Continue Reading
02.11.16
‘Prolific Senate’ Notches Another Win For Hard-Working Americans
The 'Internet Tax Freedom Forever Act' Added To The Stack Of Significant Legislation Passed By Congress Solving 'Big, Entrenched Problems' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "I think many Americans would agree with this statement: The Internet should remain open and free - politicians should certainly not try to tax it. Congress passed a temporary ban on Internet taxes in 1998. It was an important, bipartisan win for the American people. Congress has since voted eight times to reauthorize that tem… Continue Reading
02.04.16
Dems: ‘Bipartisan Energy Bill’ ‘Critical’ To Their States, Nation
Dem Senator: 'I Truly Believe That This Bipartisan Bill Will Bring Us One Step Closer To Achieving U.S. Energy Independence' DEMS: 'This Bipartisan Package Includes Common-Sense Provisions,' 'Integral To Growing And Sustaining Our Energy Economy,' 'A Milestone' SEN. HARRY REID (D-NV): "Today the Senate will begin consideration of a bipartisan bill that makes progress doable on this important goal. We have long sought to pass a number of priorities included in this bill. ... When Democrats w… Continue Reading
02.02.16
Obamacare Repeal Fight Continues
`Serious Concerns' About Obamacare Sustainability Continue To Pile Up "Tuesday's vote [in the House]… will be the first attempt to override President Obama's veto of a measure to overturn his signature legislative accomplishment." ("This Week: Congress Takes Up Obamacare Repeal, Energy Fight," The Hill, 2/1/16) 'GOP Congressional Leaders Fulfilled A Longtime Pledge To Voters And Rank-And-File Members' SEN. MITCH McCONNELL (R-KY): "Americans are intimately familiar with the painful r… Continue Reading
01.28.16
Time to Modernize Our Nation’s Energy Policies
Broad Bipartisan Bill Cuts Red Tape And Promotes LNG Exports, Innovation, And Efficiency SEN. MURKOWSKI (R-AK): "Our energy renaissance has taken us from a position of energy scarcity to one of energy abundance, but current law rarely reflects that fact. After months of working together, the bipartisan legislation we introduced today marks a critical step toward the modernization of our federal energy policies. By focusing on areas where agreement was possible, we have assembled a robust bill… Continue Reading
