Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.)
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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...
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U.S. Senator and Alabama Secretary of State Discuss Election Integrity at Senate Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 15, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen recently addressed concerns regarding election integrity and the verification of citizenship during a Rules and Administration Committee hearing in Washington, D.C.During the hearing, Senator Britt commended Secretary Allen for his efforts in recruiting poll workers in Alabama through initiatives like the 'Heroes to the Polls' program. Secretary Allen highlighted the importance of engaging various groups in supporting local communities and ensuring fair and secure...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Domestic Bus Manufacturing Market
WASHINGTON, D.C., March 14, 2024 — U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Tina Smith, Kevin Cramer, and John Fetterman have introduced legislation aimed at bolstering the domestic bus manufacturing market by cutting red tape and providing more flexibility for local transit systems in purchasing buses.Senator Katie Britt emphasized the importance of supporting domestic manufacturing and local transit agencies, stating, “Cutting senseless red tape while supporting Made in America manufacturers is simply common sense.”Senator Tina Smith highlighted the impact of transit systems on the...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Laken Riley Act in Senate, Call for Immediate Consideration
U.S. Senator Katie Britt and Senator Ted Budd have introduced the Laken Riley Act in the Senate, a companion bill to H.R. 7511, aimed at addressing crimes committed by illegal aliens. The legislation, originally introduced by Representative Mike Collins, passed the House with a bipartisan vote of 251-170 and is now awaiting consideration in the Senate."Make no mistake – Laken Riley’s heartbreaking murder was a direct, preventable consequence of willful open border policies by President Biden and his administration. This commonsense legislation would ensure ICE detains and...
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Senator Katie Britt Delivers Republican Address to the Nation
Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) delivered the Republican Address to the Nation following the State of the Union, expressing deep concerns about the current state of the country. In her speech, Senator Britt highlighted the challenges facing American families, stating, "The country we know and love seems to be slipping away. It feels like the next generation will have fewer opportunities – and less freedom – than we did. I worry my own children may not even get a shot at living their American Dreams."She emphasized the struggles of hardworking families, pointing out the...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Praises Mitch McConnell's Legacy and Looks to the Future
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 28, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today expressed her gratitude and admiration for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell as he announced his decision to step down from his leadership position at the end of the year.In a statement released today, Senator Britt stated, "Today, we congratulate and thank one of Alabama’s greatest native sons. We’re incredibly grateful for Leader McConnell’s decades of service and leadership for our country. His legacy is unparalleled in the Senate’s history and will long outlast his tenure as Leader. He...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Joins Colleagues in Celebrating FFA’s Nationwide Impact
U.S. Senator Katie Britt expressed her pride in supporting the National FFA Organization, emphasizing the importance of empowering young people to become future leaders in agriculture. Senator Britt stated, “I am always proud to fight for and celebrate Alabama’s incredible farmers, who feed and clothe our state, nation, and world.” She highlighted the critical role of FFA in nurturing the next generation of farmers, cattlemen, and community leaders, emphasizing the link between food security and national security.National FFA Advisor Dr. Travis Park underscored the...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Releases Statement on Supplemental Spending Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 13, 2024 - United States Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has expressed her concerns about the supplemental spending bill that was passed by the U.S. Senate on Tuesday. In a statement released today, Senator Britt highlighted the need for regular order and accountability in the federal spending process.Senator Britt, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, emphasized the importance of timely action on appropriations bills. She stated, "I was proud to see all 12 Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations bills publicly marked up and advanced by the end...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Legislation to Protect Survivors of Sexual Assault in the U.S. Coast Guard
U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Richard Blumenthal, along with a bipartisan group of colleagues, have introduced the Coast Guard Academy Safe-to-Report Act, a legislation aimed at protecting survivors of sexual assault and sexual harassment in the United States Coast Guard. The bill would require the Coast Guard to implement a safe-to-report policy, ensuring that servicemembers and cadets are not punished for minor infractions of the Uniform Code of Military Justice when reporting incidents of sexual abuse.Senator Katie Britt emphasized the importance of protecting...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt: Biden Administration Has ‘Doubled Down on a Strategy of Appeasement’
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has criticized the Biden Administration for its approach to sanctions enforcement, describing it as a "strategy of appeasement." Speaking during a Senate hearing featuring Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, Senator Britt expressed alarm over the lax enforcement policy, particularly in light of recent atrocities committed by Hamas and Iran's financing of terrorist groups.During the hearing, Senator Britt raised concerns about the harmful effects of rulemaking proposals by federal financial regulators on Main Street America. Secretary Yellen...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Bill to Counter President Biden's Attack on American Energy Exports
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) have introduced the Unlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act, a bill that aims to depoliticize the export of American liquefied natural gas (LNG). This bill eliminates the requirement for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to authorize LNG exports and instead gives sole authority over the approval process to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).The introduction of this legislation comes in response to President Biden's decision to pause approvals for pending applications for U.S. LNG exports. This...
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U.S. Senators Call on Biden Administration to Strengthen Iranian Sanctions Enforcement
U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Marco Rubio, Maggie Hassan, and a bipartisan group of their colleagues have sent a letter to President Joe Biden, urging his administration to strengthen sanctions against Iran's illicit oil trade. The senators also expressed their support for proposed legislation in the Senate to deny Iran the financial resources it uses to attack U.S. forces and allies in the Middle East.The letter highlights the importance of enforcing sanctions on Iranian oil, especially in light of the ongoing attacks on U.S. troops by Iranian-backed groups. The senators...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Releases Statement on Supplemental Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 5, 2024 – United States Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has released a statement expressing her concerns about the supplemental national security bill that is set to be debated in the Senate this week.In her statement, Senator Britt highlights the delay in enacting the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations bills. She emphasizes that despite the bills being marked up and advanced by the end of July, none have been enacted in the past 193 days. This delay is significant considering that Fiscal Year 2024 began 127 days ago.Senator Britt criticizes Senator...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Issues Statement on WDHN’s Mike Gurspan
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 1, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) expressed her condolences and admiration for Mike Gurspan, a beloved journalist and community figure in the Dothan television market who passed away on Wednesday.In a statement released today, Senator Britt praised Gurspan's contributions to the Wiregrass community, saying, "Mike Gurspan was a pillar of the Wiregrass and a true credit to his profession. I can't imagine tuning into the local news in my hometown and not seeing him doing what he loved."Senator Britt also highlighted her personal...
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U.S. Senators Introduce Legislation to End Counting of Illegal Aliens in Electoral College Votes and Congressional District Apportionment
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) have introduced the Equal Representation Act, a bill aimed at ensuring that only legal citizens are counted in determining Congressional District and Electoral College apportionment. The current method of counting illegal aliens for representation purposes has been criticized for incentivizing open borders and giving an undue advantage to states with large populations of illegal immigrants.Senator Britt explained the rationale behind the legislation, stating, "Counting illegal aliens in the census and...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Defending American Agriculture
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and her colleagues have recently introduced legislation aimed at protecting American agriculture from foreign adversaries and cyber threats. The legislation emphasizes the importance of food security as national security and aims to safeguard American farmland for future generations.According to Senator Britt, "Food security is national security. We can't lose sight of the fact that the Chinese Communist Party is our greatest geopolitical and national security threat, and everything they do is as our adversary." She emphasizes the need...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt: Educational Freedom is the Key to Unlocking Opportunity for Our Children
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 23, 2024 - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has expressed her support for the 14th annual National School Choice Week, which is taking place from January 21 to January 27, 2024. In a statement, Senator Britt emphasized the importance of a quality education and its role in unlocking opportunities for children."There is nothing more powerful than a quality education," Senator Britt stated. "It's the key to unlocking the American Dream. It's the pathway out of poverty. And it can help ensure that every single child has the opportunity to reach...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt: Chinese Communist Party Threatens America’s Future
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) recently voiced her concerns about the growing threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to American innovation, research, and technology. Speaking at a hearing entitled "National Security Challenges: Outpacing China in Emerging Technology," Senator Britt highlighted the CCP's disregard for international commerce rules and their involvement in aiding Iran and stealing U.S. technology.Senator Britt emphasized the urgency of addressing the ongoing economic harm caused by the CCP's actions. She called for measures to prevent the CCP...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Votes Against Continuous Continuing Resolutions
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 18, 2024 – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) has expressed her opposition to extending Fiscal Year 2023 funding levels for the federal government into March 2024. In a statement, Senator Britt emphasized the need for the Senate to fulfill its promise to the American people by passing responsible appropriations bills through regular order, in an open and transparent manner."Today, I voted against Senator Schumer's continuous Continuing Resolutions," Senator Britt stated. "It is past time for the Senate to live up to the promise that we made to the...
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt: Nick, Terry Saban Built a Lasting Legacy of Excellence
WASHINGTON, D.C., January 10, 2024 — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) praised the retirement of University of Alabama's head football coach, Nick Saban, and highlighted the lasting legacy of excellence that he and his wife, Terry Saban, have built."In a place Where Legends are Made, one legend now towers above the rest. Since 2007, Coach Saban has redefined not only the Alabama football program, but the entire college football landscape," Senator Britt said in a statement. "I believe that what he accomplished on the field was the greatest coaching job in the history of...