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U.S. Senators introduce MOMS Act to support women and strengthen families
Ahead of Mother’s Day, U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and Kevin Cramer (R-N.Dak.) have introduced the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act. This legislation aims to provide crucial support to women during challenging phases of motherhood, including prenatal, postpartum, and early childhood development periods. It also seeks to enhance access to resources and assistance that will help mothers and their children thrive.
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U.S. Senators Express Concern Over Biden's Plan to Bring Gazan Refugees to the U.S.
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 3, 2024 — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), alongside 32 of their colleagues, have voiced strong opposition to President Biden's proposed initiative to welcome Gazan refugees into the United States. The Senators have raised significant concerns regarding potential national security risks associated with admitting individuals from Gaza, citing worries about terrorist ties.In a letter addressed to President Biden, the Senators emphasized the need for prioritizing the return of American citizens currently held hostage by Hamas...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Presses Biden Administration to Protect Jewish Students on College Campuses
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 1, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) challenged U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on the Biden Administration’s efforts to safeguard Jewish students on college campuses across America. Senator Britt expressed concern over the rise in antisemitic incidents on campuses and the lack of decisive action by the administration.Senator Britt, during a Senate Appropriations Committee meeting, emphasized the need for the Department of Education to uphold Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to ensure a safe learning environment for Jewish...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Legislation to Protect Kids from Damaging Effects of Social Media
WASHINGTON, D.C., May 1, 2024 – In a bipartisan effort, U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Brian Schatz, Ted Cruz, and Chris Murphy have introduced the Kids Off Social Media Act aimed at safeguarding adolescents from the negative impacts of social media.Senator Britt emphasized the urgency of addressing the mental health crisis linked to social media, stating, “There is no doubt that our country is facing a growing youth mental health crisis that is inextricably tied to the rise of social media usage by children and teenagers.”Senator Schatz echoed these sentiments,...
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U.S. Senators Call on Biden Administration to Protect Jewish Students from Antisemitic Mobs
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 24, 2024 — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), and 24 of their Senate Republican colleagues have called on the Biden Administration to protect Jewish students from antisemitic mobs on college campuses.In a letter addressed to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, the Senators emphasized the need for immediate action to address the outbreak of anti-Semitic incidents targeting Jewish students. They urged the administration to restore order and ensure the safety of Jewish students who have...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Bill to Combat Antisemitism on College Campuses
U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Tim Scott, Bob Casey, and a group of their Senate colleagues have introduced the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act aimed at addressing the growing issue of antisemitic bigotry on college campuses. The bill specifically focuses on combating targeted harassment towards the Jewish community, particularly in the aftermath of a terrorist attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023.Senator Katie Britt emphasized the importance of taking a firm stand against antisemitism in America, stating, "Now more than ever, we must send a resounding message that...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Votes to End CCP Control of TikTok, Invest in American Defense Capacity, Defend Israel
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 23, 2024 — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has voiced her support for the passage of H.R. 815, the National Security Supplemental Bill, emphasizing the importance of various measures included in the legislation.Senator Britt expressed her satisfaction with the bill, highlighting its significance in strengthening American deterrence and addressing crucial issues such as combatting the fentanyl crisis and curbing Iran's support for terrorism. She stressed the urgency of supporting Israel in the face of ongoing threats, stating, "More than six...
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Senator Britt Applauds Senate Passage of Bill to Protect Alabamians’ Access to Federal Court
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) expressed her satisfaction with the Senate's prompt approval of the Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act. The bipartisan bill, co-sponsored by Senator Britt and led by Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), aims to transition ten temporary federal judgeships to permanent status to ensure continued access to federal courts for millions of Americans nationwide, including a seat in the Northern District of Alabama.Senator Britt remarked, "I’m proud to cosponsor the Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act and applaud the Senate...
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Senator Britt Protects Hyde Amendment, Holds Biden Administration Accountable for Radical Abortion Policy
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 18, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) took a firm stance during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing this week, where she held U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Xavier Becerra accountable for the Biden Administration's radical abortion policy.Senator Britt highlighted the absence of the Hyde Amendment in President Biden's proposed Fiscal Year 2025 HHS Budget, which has historically prevented federal taxpayer dollars from funding abortions. Becerra openly confirmed Biden's intention to remove the Hyde Amendment,...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Fund Maternal Care and Mortality Research
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 17, 2024 — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Laphonza Butler (D-Calif.) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at funding research on maternal care and mortality. The NIH IMPROVE Act, introduced by the senators, is the Senate Companion to a House bill and seeks to provide consistent funding for research in this critical area.Senator Britt emphasized the importance of the legislation, stating, “This bipartisan legislation will support targeted funding for critical research to improve health outcomes for women throughout their pregnancy...
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U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Maggie Hassan Introduce Clergy Act
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 16, 2024 — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) have introduced the Clergy Act, a bipartisan initiative aimed at providing clergy members with the opportunity to opt back into Social Security coverage.Senator Britt expressed her pride in leading this legislation alongside Senator Hassan, stating, "The Clergy Act is a commonsense measure that would ensure fairness and provide clergy members across our nation with the opportunity to plan for retirement after years of dedicated service to their congregations and communities."...
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U.S. Senators Demand Schumer Hold Mayorkas Impeachment Trial
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 12, 2024 — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), and 41 Republican Senate colleagues have urged Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to hold a trial to consider the impeachment of U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.In a letter addressed to Schumer, the Senators expressed concerns about the situation at the southern border, stating, "Our brave men and women at Customs and Border Protection have worked...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt, Colleagues Successfully Challenge Harmful Biden Administration Rules
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 11, 2024 — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) stood firm in her stance against the Biden Administration's regulatory agenda as she recently voted in favor of two Congressional Review Act (CRA) joint resolutions of disapproval. Senator Britt emphasized, "In every corner of our nation, the Biden Administration seeks to impose far-reaching and unnecessary regulations on hardworking Americans." She further added, "These overly burdensome rules are blatant evidence of a partisan political agenda being prioritized over 21st-century job creation and economic...
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U.S. Senators Urge Secretary of Defense to Hold NATO Members Accountable for Defense Spending
U.S. Senator Katie Britt, alongside Senators Tom Cotton and Dan Sullivan, recently penned a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, emphasizing the importance of NATO members meeting their defense spending commitments. In the letter, the Senators highlighted the necessity for all NATO allies to contribute their fair share to collective defense efforts.The Senators pointed out that while NATO countries collectively increased defense spending by 11% in 2023, only a limited number of nations currently fulfill their defense spending obligations under previous agreements....
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U.S. Senators Call for Classified Briefing on Terror Threats
WASHINGTON, D.C., April 5, 2024 — U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) have called on Senate leadership to schedule a classified briefing on the escalating terror threats faced by the United States.The Senators expressed their concerns regarding the increasing threats from radical Islamic terror groups, particularly ISIS-K, an offshoot of ISIS primarily based in Afghanistan. They emphasized the repercussions of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, stating, "As many experts have warned, the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan has created new threats...
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U.S. Senators Demand Transparency Over Iran Sanctions Waivers
U.S. Senator Katie Britt, along with Ranking Member Tim Scott and several Senate Republican colleagues, have raised concerns over the Biden Administration's decision to renew Iran sanctions waivers. In a letter to Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, the Senators demanded transparency regarding U.S. enabled payments to Iran, the leading state sponsor of terrorism."It is unfathomable that this is the context in which the administration determined that it was within the national security interest of the United States to waive...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Maternal Health Care Access
U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Maggie Hassan, Susan Collins, and Tina Smith have introduced the Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act, a bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding access to maternal health care in rural areas. Senator Britt emphasized the importance of this initiative by stating, “I’m proud to join Senator Hassan in leading this important bipartisan legislation to support moms and empower rural hospitals with the resources needed to provide quality care to women in their communities.”Senator Hassan echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the necessity of high-quality care...
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U.S. Senators Call for Investigation into Sexual Violence After Hamas Attack
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 26, 2024 - U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Lindsey Graham, Kirsten Gillibrand, Susan Collins, Richard Blumenthal, and Joni Ernst have introduced a Senate resolution calling on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to open a formal investigation into the acts of sexual violence and sexual torture committed by Hamas during and after the October 7 terrorist attack on Israel."The reprehensible, barbaric acts of sexual violence committed by Hamas terrorists on October 7 have no place in our world and must be unequivocally and universally condemned,"...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Supports More Than $6.2 Billion in Alabama Investments, Critical National Defense Priorities, Conservative Wins
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 23, 2023 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has successfully championed over $6.2 billion in investments for Alabama, focusing on critical national defense priorities and conservative victories. The legislation, recently passed by the Senate 74-24 and previously by the House in a bipartisan manner, is now awaiting the President's signature.Senator Britt expressed her satisfaction with the outcome, stating, "I was glad to see Congress finally do our jobs today, and I’m grateful to send Alabamians’ hard-earned taxpayer dollars back home. This...
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U.S. Senators Secure Victory for U.S. Catfish Producers Against Vietnam
U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Cindy Hyde-Smith, along with their colleagues, have successfully secured a victory for U.S. catfish producers as the Commerce Department reverses a decision that favored Vietnam. The initial decision would have significantly reduced antidumping duties on imported catfish from companies controlled by the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Senator Katie Britt expressed her gratitude towards Senator Hyde-Smith for their joint effort, stating, “I’m grateful to Senator Hyde-Smith for leading this effort and join her in applauding this victory for...