House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Kaine Lead Democrats in Letter Warning Against Trump Admin’s Failed Cuba Policy
Conditions in Cuba are deteriorating rapidly. As widespread blackouts, shortages of basic goods, and the collapse of critical
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U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Calls for Urgent Action to Support Freedom, Human Rights, & Economic Opportunity for the Cuban People
island. As Cuban families face shortages, repression, and blackouts, Rep. Castor urged the Trump Administration and Cuban government
Maryland Congressional Delegation Holds Meeting to Discuss Energy Affordability and Reliability
from this affordability crisis and prevent rolling blackouts on the grid that would put lives and livelihoods
Congressman Mfume, Maryland Delegation Holds Meeting to Discuss Energy Affordability and Reliability
from this affordability crisis and prevent rolling blackouts on the grid that would put lives and livelihoods
Ansari, Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Promote Internet Freedom and Access to Information in Iran
internet and developing strategies to circumvent internet blackouts. Require all new or modified satellite or direct-to-cell … VPNs. “The Iranian regime’s recent nationwide internet blackout, imposed as tens of thousands of peaceful protesters were
STATEMENT: Rep. Dave Min on the War Powers Resolution on Iran
reach their families in Iran due to internet blackouts, and our servicemembers and their families as we enter
Rep. Dave Min And Five Representatives Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Promote Internet Freedom and Access to Information in Iran
State Department to address VPN access and internet blackouts head-on. This legislation is about matching the courage … Bice. “The Iranian regime’s recent nationwide internet blackout, imposed as tens of thousands of peaceful protesters were
Rep. Ansari Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Expressing Support for Protesters Demanding a Free and Democratic Iran
those peaceful calls with prisons, bullets, and internet blackouts, the free world is called to choose. History will
Matsui and Latta Introduce BILL to Protect Electric GRID, Prevent Blackouts
support grid resiliency and protect Sacramentans from blackouts and wildfires. The Congresswoman co-authored the POWER
Statement by Congressman Adam Smith on the Protests in Iran
fear and brutality and a state-imposed communications blackout. This is not public order. It is repression
Congresswoman Ross Leads Bipartisan Resolution Expressing Support for Protesters Demanding a Free and Democratic Iran
those peaceful calls with prisons, bullets, and internet blackouts, the free world is called to choose. History will
January 15, 2026Rep. Mullin Supports Protestors in Iran Seeking Freedom & Basic Human RightsIn response to the Iranian government’s violence and killing of protestors, Rep. Kevin Mullin issued the following statement: “The people of Iran who are rising up to confront decades of violence and oppression are displaying an incredible sense of bravery…Read More
community through this turbulent time, and the information blackout and violence must end immediately. The people of Iran
ICYMI: The Guardian: Reps. Dave Min & Claudia Tenney Urge Trump Administration to Assist the Iranian People by Restoring Their Internet Access
January 15, 2026 Press Release Rep. Min: “These blackouts stifle the flow of information going … internet access in Iran.” Rep. Min said, “These blackouts stifle the flow of information going
Reps. Dave Min & Claudia Tenney Lead Letter Urging the Trump Administration to Immediately Work to Expand Internet Freedom in Iran
response to the regime’s escalating communications blackout and violent retaliation against widespread protests in Iran, Representatives Dave … emerging technologies that could help bypass state-imposed blackouts. As Congress works to advance the FREEDOM Act, Reps
WATCH: Rep. Min on CNN: “There Is No Other Option” Than to Consider Impeaching Sec. Noem
made by an economically illiterate president.” On Internet Blackouts in Iran: “They're also cracking down by eliminating
Rep. Dave Min Condemns Iranian Internet Blackouts; Leads Bill to Expand Internet Freedom in Iran
Release Washington, D.C. — Following renewed, regime-imposed internet blackouts in Iran amid widespread protests, Representative Dave … goes dark in Iran,” said Rep. Min. “These blackouts are not about security. They are about silencing protestors
Reps. Dave Min, Claudia Tenney and Sens. Jacky Rosen, Dave McCormick Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Internet Freedom in Iran
Iran because of Ali Khamenei’s repressive internet blackouts,” said Rep. Min. “This bill will promote internet freedom … against authoritarianism.” “Authoritarian regimes increasingly rely on internet blackouts and surveillance to silence dissent and control information,” said
Brownley Introduces Legislation to Promote Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charging in the U.S.
vehicle owners to power their homes during a blackout or support the grid during peak demand. In effect … electric cars, trucks, and buses to avoid blackouts — not polluting fossil fuels. That’s why we support
Leger Fernández Leads Legislation to Strengthen Grid Reliability to Keep Energy Costs Down Amid Rising Energy Demands
from surging data center demand to wildfire-driven blackouts and increasingly extreme weather — that are driving up electricity … from increased data center demand to wildfire-caused blackouts. As utilities across the country race to address these
Van Hollen, Beyer, Colleagues Urge Power Grid Operator PJM to Prioritize Consumers’ Access to Reliable, Affordable Electricity Over Large Corporate Interests
warned that the result could be rolling blackouts affecting all grid users. These interruptions in service would … loads, primarily data centers, from potentially causing rolling blackouts by 2030. In this proposal, new large loads would
Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bipartisan Permitting Reform Framework
falling behind China, and an increased risk of blackouts," said Congressman Scott Peters (CA-50) . "It’s obvious
What They Are Saying: SPEED and Reliability Act
month, and extreme weather is causing more frequent blackouts. The SPEED and Reliability Act will supply more electricity … homes, prevent blackouts during intense storms and cut costs for consumers. This proposal finds important common ground
Reps. Peters and Barr Introduce Bill to Slash Permitting Times, Lower Energy Costs, and Prevent Blackouts
lead to lower costs for consumers and prevent blackouts. "We cannot wait a decade plus for individual transmission
Rep. Josh Riley Introduces Keep the Lights Local Act to Ban Foreign Ownership of American Utilities
infrastructure. Threats range from cyberattacks that could spark blackouts to physical sabotage of power stations. Even supply chain
Ocasio-Cortez Secures Department of Energy Study On Impact of AI Data Centers on Americans’ Electric Bills
data centers on consumers and prevent blackouts Washington, D.C. - After the House passage of the FY 26 Energy … take the cost off consumers and prevent blackouts,” said Representative Ocasio-Cortez. In April, Representative Ocasio-Cortez