Richard Blumenthal: “I will have someone in my office follow up with you. I really appreciate you being here today.”

After all the years I’ve spent working on this issue, I could never for one minute trust the NCAA to police itself.

Long-term unemployment is devastating for someone’s financial security, future job opportunities, and overall wellbeing—and it can take a toll on our economy as well.

I am thrilled that this $584,250 in federal funding will allow for 1,510 additional final resting places for Connecticut veterans, ensuring families have options for their loved ones for years to come.

Sen. Blackburn and I will fight as long and hard as necessary to pass this bill.