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NEWS: EPW Committee Passes Bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2026
Funds (SRFs). “I am proud to advance this critical bipartisan legislation to provide millions of Americans with access … risk management efforts, restores ecosystems, strengthens cybersecurity for critical water systems, and provides vital funding for water infrastructure
WATCH: Padilla Pushes for Affordable Water Utility Bills, Critical Flood Protection
American households. “Look, water affordability is a critical issue. It’s not a red state, blue state thing … issue of importance, and that’s continuing the critical flood protection work for the cities of Temecula
Senator Coons presses Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche on independence from Trump during confirmation hearing
correctly, you told me I was wrong for criticizing it. But following questions by Senators Durbin and Cornyn … deserve from the Department of Justice. Having spent critical parts of January 6 in this room taking shelter
Senators Kim and Hirono Introduce Legislation to Permanently Make Federal Services Language Accessible
country should be barred from accessing critical assistance or resources because of language barriers. As the Trump administration … preventing millions of American citizens from accessing critical services including small business loans, Social Security benefits, and Medicare
NEWS: Senator Blunt Rochester Questions Trump CDC Nominee
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues to dismantle critical Health and Human Services (HHS) programs and pursue policies
At HELP Hearing, Murray Grills Nominees on Rapidly Growing Cyclosporiasis Outbreak, Research Funding, Commitment to Following Scientific Evidence
absolutely do think it is part of the critical role of it. And for everybody back home … well and why things didn’t is absolutely critical research but the research that was cancelled was actually
Warnock, Moran Launch Bipartisan Effort to Protect Community Water Supplies and Improve Drought Resilience
supply expertise, ensuring local communities have access to critical water supply resources and support to tackle future opportunities … reliable and sustainable water supply .” “This bill delivers critical support to the Corps of Engineers, strengthening its ability
Alsobrooks Votes to Advance Water Resources Development ACT of 2026
allowing for critical oyster recovery work to continue. Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Re-Watering Cost Share Adjustment Under previous … reliable access to the Yard is not just critical for our national security, but it is also important
NEWS: Ahead of Attorney General Confirmation Hearing, Sen. Schiff Challenges Todd Blanche on Conflicts of Interest Over Family Firearms Company and Gun Safety Regulatory Rollbacks
proposed regulatory changes that would roll back critical gun safety measures designed to keep dangerous weapons off American
Van Hollen, Luján, Beyer, Schrier, Van Drew Reintroduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Help Reduce Medical Misdiagnosis
right to an accurate, timely diagnosis, the critical first step for the right care and treatment. This will
Walkinshaw, Kaine Lead 51 Colleagues Demanding Answers After Trump Quietly Strips Protections from Career Federal Workers
federal workforce, whistleblower protections, and the delivery of critical government services. “America’s career civil servants serve … government’s ability to protect Americans and provide critical services that we all rely on.” The lawmakers warn
July 15th, 2026VIDEO: Heinrich, Schatz, Senate Democrats Host Roundtable with Labor Leaders to Discuss the Future of the Energy Workforce
proudly work in a wide variety of industries critical to supporting clean energy, including steel, aluminum, cement, glass
Senators Markey, Warren Secure Key Wins for Massachusetts in Water Infrastructure Bill
Analysis Center (WaterISAC). The WaterISAC is a critical source of information and best practices for water systems
Hickenlooper, Bennet Celebrate Committee Passage of Colorado Priorities in Biennial Water Bill
waterways.” “Access to clean, reliable drinking water is critical for every Coloradan. As the state faces a hotter … which provides technical, design, and construction assistance with critical infrastructure to small and rural communities. Colorado is currently
July 15th, 2026Heinrich Spotlights Legislation to Permanently Protect Caja del Rio, Criticizes Trump Admin Opposition to Caja del Rio Protection Act
USFS), on the Caja del Rio Act, and criticized Crockett’s opposition of the legislation and his lack
Blumenthal & Hawley Press Medicare Advantage Insurers About Refusal of Care for Vulnerable Seniors
recent reports make clear that critical data reporting gaps highlighted by the Subcommittee continue to obscure the full … treatments. Stays in these facilities can be critical to recovery for vulnerable seniors who have been
Durbin Delivers Opening Statement In Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing On President Trump’s Nominee To Be Attorney General, Todd Blanche
money all the time.’ Despite resounding bipartisan criticism and admitting this was a mistake, you have refused
NEWS: Sens. Schiff, Curtis Seek to Curb Rising Cases of Transnational Repression by U.S. Adversaries with Bipartisan Bill to Enhance Criminal Penalties, Centralize Oversight of Prosecutions
proxies to kidnap and kill U.S.-based journalists critical of the Iranian regime. The Stop Transnational Repression … With transnational repression on the rise, it is critical that we take strong action to investigate and prosecute
Rosen Urges Dept. of Health and Human Services, FEMA to Respond to Extreme Heat Emergency in Nevada
federal agencies, including at the CDC, and that critical funding that supports heat-related alert systems and response
Alsobrooks Joins EPW Committee Leadership in Introducing the Water Resources Development ACT of 2026
allowing for critical oyster recovery work to continue. Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Re-Watering Cost Share Adjustment Under previous … commitment we’ve had to advancing this critical legislation. I’m especially proud to have fought for provisions
Bynum, Congressional Delegation Lead Effort to Protect Clean Drinking Water for Oregon Communities
turbidity, drinking water reliability, public health, and critical infrastructure.” Earlier this year, Rep. Bynum s uccessfully
Gillibrand, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration Rescind Rule Giving President Sweeping Power To Politicize Federal Grants
organizations that rely on federal funding to deliver critical services. “Your proposal exceeds OMB’s authority, will make … appropriating taxpayer dollars through federal grants to fund critical programs, including to protect public safety, advance scientific research
NEWS: EPW Committee Announces Markup of the Water Resources Development Act of 2026
Infrastructure Subcommittee. “Our bipartisan legislation will provide critical resources to address water supply, conservation and development, advance resilient … with the resources it needs to continue its critical work nationwide. WRDA 2026 will also help provide West
July 14th, 2026Heinrich Introduces Bill to Expand Pre-Apprenticeship Programs
Building Trades . “The United States is facing a critical shortage of skilled tradespeople and with important initiatives … were authorized by the American Rescue Plan, the critical economic recovery legislation that Heinrich was proud to pass