Press Releases
“Our firefighters keep communities across Virginia safe every single day. Ensuring they have the equipment and resources they need to carry out their work will always be a priority for us..."
Sen. Warner Urges Defense Department Not to Rescind Contracts for Foreign-Born Military Recruits
Jul 06 2017
Press reports indicate senior DoD officials have recommended canceling enlistment contracts for up to 1,800 immigrants with unique language and medical skills
Sen. Warner Applauds Unmanned Systems Priorities in FAA Reauthorization Bill
Bipartisan 2017 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization bill that passed Senate Commerce Committee includes five-year extension of UAS test site at Virginia Tech
Jun 30 2017
Bipartisan 2017 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization bill that passed Senate Commerce Committee includes five-year extension of UAS test site at Virginia Tech
Warner, Kaine Join Shaheen to Introduce Additional Legislation to Stabilize Health Care Marketplace
"This is one action Congress can take now to shore up the individual markets and help stabilize health care costs"
Jun 30 2017
"This is one action Congress can take now to shore up the individual markets and help stabilize health care costs"
Warner, Heller, Paulsen, & Crowley Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Encourage Stock Options for Employees of Startups & Privately-Held Firms
Gives more employees a tool to invest in their companies and share in the profits and helps startups and businesses reward and support employees
Jun 27 2017
Gives more employees a tool to invest in their companies and share in the profits and helps startups and businesses reward and support employees
“Here’s what we know about the Senate proposal to repeal the Affordable Care Act: Twenty-two million more Americans will be uninsured. Medicaid will be cut $772 billion. And consumers will have less comprehensive coverage than they do now, with higher out-of-pocket costs..."
Warner & Kaine Push for Expansion of Tax Credits to Put Money Back in Pockets of Virginia Workers
Jun 26 2017
“The Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit help millions of working people and families who work long hours to make ends meet. Expanding these tax incentives will encourage and reward the hard work of a broad swath of people, including childless workers, and support working families by lifting them out of poverty…”
Sen. Warner Applauds FTC's Updated Guidance On Protecting Children's Personal Data in Internet-Connected "Smart Toys'
FTC amends guidance after Warner letter highlights how smart toys can jeopardize privacy of children and their parents
Jun 26 2017
FTC amends guidance after Warner letter highlights how smart toys can jeopardize privacy of children and their parents
Sen. Warner: “I will stand with you to fight these Medicaid cuts”
Senator meets with Va. parents, educators opposed to steep cuts in Medicaid services
Jun 23 2017
Senator meets with Va. parents, educators opposed to steep cuts in Medicaid services
Sens. Warner, Hoeven, Cortez Masto, Heller Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Advance Development of Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Legislation ensures U.S. keeps competitive edge in the development of unmanned technology
Jun 22 2017
Legislation ensures U.S. keeps competitive edge in the development of unmanned technology
Sen. Warner on Senate Trumpcare Proposal
“This bill would kick millions of people off their insurance, raise healthcare costs for Virginians..."
Jun 22 2017
“This bill would kick millions of people off their insurance, raise healthcare costs for Virginians..."
Sens. Warner & Kaine: Trump's Creation of Deliberate "Chaos and Uncertainty" in Individual Marketplace is "Unacceptable and Dangerous"
Senators ask Va. Insurance Commissioner to disclose impacts on 2018 rates
Jun 21 2017
Senators ask Va. Insurance Commissioner to disclose impacts on 2018 rates
Sens. Warner & Kaine: Trumpcare's Medicaid Cuts Will Have Significant Negative Impact on the Health of Vulnerable Virginians
Senators ask Va. health officials to assess impacts on poor, disabled and elderly
Jun 21 2017
Senators ask Va. health officials to assess impacts on poor, disabled and elderly
Sens. Warner, Hatch, Warren & Rubio, Reps. Price & Byrne Introduce Legislation Providing Relief for Borrowers of Joint Consolidation Student Loans
Bipartisan bill provides remedy for joint consolidation loan quagmire faced by borrowers, including those experiencing domestic or economic abuse
Jun 20 2017
Bipartisan bill provides remedy for joint consolidation loan quagmire faced by borrowers, including those experiencing domestic or economic abuse
Vice Chairman Warner Presses DHS to Publicly Disclose Information on State & Local Election Systems Hacks in 2016
Letter to Secretary Kelly comes one day before Intel Committee open hearing on election security
Jun 20 2017
Letter to Secretary Kelly comes one day before Intel Committee open hearing on election security
“This decision by the Trump Administration to reverse progress in U.S.-Cuba relations sends the wrong message to the world about American leadership. We must never stop pressing the Cuban government on democracy and human rights..."
“We continue to believe that reforming our nation’s housing finance system is the last major piece of unfinished business of the financial crisis and thank the Housing Policy Council for the opportunity to speak..."
“It is hard to overstate the bravery shown by Capitol Police officers and the Alexandria Police Department during yesterday’s terrible shooting. Without hesitation, these officers sprung to action in the most unimaginable of events to save lives and safeguard the public..."
Joint Statement from Senate Intel Committee Leaders after Meeting with Special Counsel Mueller
“We had a constructive meeting with the Special Counsel today...”
Jun 14 2017
“We had a constructive meeting with the Special Counsel today...”
“This afternoon I voted against blocking the sale of certain munitions to Saudi Arabia. The US remains in the midst of combatting violent extremism abroad..."
Sen. Warner on Release of Otto Warmbier
Jun 13 2017
“After what was nearly a year-and-a-half long nightmare, Otto Warmbier and his family will finally be reunited..."
Chairman Burr and Vice Chairman Warner Statement on Kushner’s Voluntary Participation in SSCI Investigation
Jun 12 2017
"From the beginning of this investigation we have committed to follow the facts wherever they lead us. This announcement serves to demonstrate that commitment..."
Senators Urge Appropriators to Maintain Critical Funding to Appalachian Regional Commission
Since its inception, ARC has created more than 300,000 jobs
Jun 12 2017
Since its inception, ARC has created more than 300,000 jobs
Warner, Isakson, Blumenauer & Roe Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Enhance Planning Options for Patients with Advanced Illnesses
Legislation would provide new ways to test, measure, and improve options for patients seeking advance care planning
Jun 12 2017
Legislation would provide new ways to test, measure, and improve options for patients seeking advance care planning
“I’ve heard from many Virginians with concerns about the complicated and cumbersome FERC public engagement process, and it’s clear to me that the current process needs to be made a lot more accessible and transparent..."
