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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jul 24, 2026

It was an honor to recognize Portsmouth-native Doris Moore’s service in the 6888th Battalion during World War II by presenting her family with a replica of the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to the Six Triple Eight.

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Maggie Hassan
@maggiehassan· Democratic · NH· Jul 24, 2026

I appreciated the opportunity to hear from leaders of organizations that help combat addiction about what programs have been working and the ways in which we can continue to expand access to the treatment and support that saves lives.

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Angus King
@angusking· Independent · ME· Jul 24, 2026

These regulations would act in opposition to these goals. They would undermine our country’s competitiveness, erode our scientific ecosystem, increase unwanted bureaucracy, enable corruption, and perpetuate uncertainty across our local…

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Mike Rounds
@mikerounds· Republican · SD· Jul 24, 2026

The House will send us something, and then hopefully we’ll be able to modify it so that we can get Democrat votes on it.

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Joe Manchin
@joemanchin· Democratic · WV· Jul 24, 2026

We’re trying to get a person who can be committed to — and totally committed to – being an independent with an independent voice.

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Kathy Hochul
@kathyhochul· Democratic · NY· Jul 24, 2026

Anyone who tries to tear that apart will be met with the full force of the law.

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Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jul 24, 2026

University of Kentucky’s administration is politicizing its law school, and I’ve heard from thousands of alumni of the school that are really disappointed, that see this as political and don’t think this should be a Republican or a…

kentuckylantern.com
Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jul 24, 2026

The university continues to say, oh, we followed the regular procedure. They didn’t.

kentuckylantern.com
Andy Beshear
@andybeshear· Democratic · KY· Jul 24, 2026

Yes, $3 million that could otherwise go to helping students, to better paying faculty, to doing research that could cure this disease that’s afflicting one of our people.

kentuckylantern.com
Mikie Sherrill
@mikiesherrill· Democratic · NJ· Jul 24, 2026

Helping more New Jersey families benefit from our state’s Child Tax Credit is one of the most direct ways we can make life more affordable, because every dollar matters for parents who need child care, groceries, clothes, and other…

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Mikie Sherrill
@mikiesherrill· Democratic · NJ· Jul 24, 2026

It’s unacceptable that no one in the previous administration brought this to light, demanded accountability, or took action when it happened years ago.

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Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Jul 24, 2026

Too often, our smaller towns get left behind when it comes to federal transportation dollars, simply because of their size. We established TRIP to change that," Governor Lamont said.

portal.ct.gov
Ned Lamont
@nedlamont· Democratic · CT· Jul 24, 2026

Every rider deserves peace of mind when they step onto a bus or wait at a transit station.

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Wes Moore
@wesmoore· Democratic · MD· Jul 24, 2026

Our administration is committed to delivering for Maryland, by supporting our communities and vital programs, because partnerships create progress.

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jul 24, 2026

The choice before Congress is not whether to embrace AI or resist it. That ship has sailed. The choice is whether we will help shape this technology so it reflects American values or whether we will wait until its consequences are…

warner.senate.gov
John Hickenlooper
@johnhickenlooper· Democratic · CO· Jul 24, 2026

The Republican-proposed text of the CLARITY Act as it currently stands falls short. Key provisions including those addressing ethics for elected officials, consumer protection, illicit finance, conflicts of interest and market integrity…

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Mark R. Warner
@markrwarner· VA· Jul 24, 2026

The Republican-proposed text of the CLARITY Act as it currently stands falls short. Key provisions including those addressing ethics for elected officials, consumer protection, illicit finance, conflicts of interest and market integrity…

warner.senate.gov
John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Jul 24, 2026

At the same time, we need responsible forest management, including hazardous fuels reduction, timber harvesting, grazing and other forest restoration practices that help reduce the severity and frequency of catastrophic wildfires.

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John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Jul 24, 2026

We feel for those in Canada whose homes and communities are directly impacted by the fires.

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John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Jul 24, 2026

Over the past several days, more than 100 million people nationwide have been under air quality alerts due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. This is not just an inconvenience. This smoke has impacts on the health and well-being of…

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John Hoeven
@johnhoeven· Republican · ND· Jul 24, 2026

Judge Traynor’s confirmation is a well-earned honor, and we look forward to his continued service in the federal judiciary.

cramer.senate.gov
Tim Kaine
@timkaine· Democratic · VA· Jul 24, 2026

Everyone deserves the same opportunity to pursue higher education if they choose.

young.senate.gov