Press Releases
Warner, Cornyn Introduce Bill to Extend Tax Relief Deadline for Wrongfully Convicted
Allows exonerees additional time to apply for retroactive tax relief
May 22 2017
Sen. Warner today introduced the Wrongful Convictions Tax Relief Act, bipartisan legislation to temporarily extend the deadline for wrongfully convicted individuals to apply for tax relief on their compensation.
“Despite his impressive academic credentials, Judge Gorsuch’s record and evasive responses – even refusing to answer questions regarding his views of cases like Roe v. Wade and Citizens United – do not give me confidence..."
“As we approach the 400 year anniversary of a searing moment in our nation’s history, a commission provides us with a chance to acknowledge the struggles and document the victories over adversity by generations of African Americans.."
Warner & Kaine Now Accepting Applications for U.S. Marshal, U.S. Attorney
Senators will select applicants to send to the White House for nomination, Senate to confirm
Mar 06 2017
Senators will select applicants to send to the White House for nomination, Senate to confirm
Warner, Kaine Urge Trump Administration to Make Fighting Hate Crimes a Major Priority
Both a recent spike and longer-term trends show increases in discrimination, harassment and violence against members of minority communities
Mar 03 2017
Both a recent spike and longer-term trends show increases in discrimination, harassment and violence against members of minority communities
Warner, Kaine File Amicus Brief to Support Rights of Transgender Students
Join nearly 200 lawmakers to say that Title IX law protects transgender and gender non-conforming students from discrimination
Mar 03 2017
Join nearly 200 lawmakers to say that Title IX law protects transgender and gender non-conforming students from discrimination
“The Attorney General is charged with impartially and independently enforcing our nation’s laws and protecting the civil rights of all Americans..."
“The American people deserve a Supreme Court comprised of justices who faithfully interpret and uphold the Constitution while serving as an independent and vigilant check on the other branches of government."
“I respect Sen. Sessions’ service to Alabama and to the nation, but I cannot support his nomination to serve as U.S. Attorney General."
Warner Applauds Final Passage of Bill to Improve DNA Testing & Forensic Technology
Legislation now awaits President’s signature
Dec 06 2016
Legislation now awaits President’s signature.
Warner, Kaine Bill to Protect Benefits for Eugenics Victims Heads to President's Desk
Legislation would protect living eugenics victims by excluding their compensation payments from determination of eligibility for federal public benefits
Sep 27 2016
Legislation would protect living eugenics victims by excluding their compensation payments from determination of eligibility for federal public benefits.
Sens. Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $500,000 in DOJ Funding to Support Local Law Enforcement
Funding will provide resources to improve training, enhance programs and equipment, and support community policing to combat crime
Aug 12 2016
Sens. Warner and Kaine announced that DOJ has awarded $570,326 in grants to support local law enforcement efforts and improve safety in communities throughout Virginia.
Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources unanimously passed two bipartisan bills introduced by Senators Warner and Kaine.
Senators Warner and Kaine, and Rep. Scott applauded unanimous House passage of a bipartisan bill that would recognize the resilience and contributions of African Americans to the United States since 1619.
Sen. Warner on 4-4 Supreme Court Ruling in U.S. v. Texas
~ Deadlocked Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling keeping DAPA and expanded DACA from going into effect ~
Jun 23 2016
Following the Supreme Court’s deadlocked decision in United States v. Texas, U.S. Sen. Warner issued the following statement.
Senate Passes the Justice for All Reauthorization Act of 2016
~ Sen. Warner co-sponsored legislation to protect crime victims and the wrongfully convicted by improving DNA testing and forensic technology ~
Jun 17 2016
The Senate unanimously passed the Justice for All Reauthorization Act of 2016, bipartisan legislation co-sponsored by Sen. Warner to reauthorize programs within the Department of Justice to improve the accuracy and integrity of the criminal justice system, and ensure public confidence in our legal system by investing in cutting-edge DNA testing and forensic technology.
“I had a productive conversation with Judge Garland about his judicial philosophy, and Virginians and Americans deserve the same opportunity to hear his thoughtful answers."
"Judge Garland is an exceptional judge worthy of the honor of serving on the Supreme Court. On the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, he has served with integrity and distinction fitting of a nominee to our nation’s highest court, and is widely respected on both sides of the aisle."
On the Senate floor, U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine urged Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Republicans to abandon their obstructionist tactics and do their jobs by committing to hold a hearing and vote on the eventual Supreme Court nominee.
Warner, Kaine Applaud Senate Confirmation of Boente & Fishwick as U.S. Attorneys for Virginia
Dec 15 2015
“We are pleased that the Senate has confirmed two extraordinarily qualified individuals, Dana Boente and John Fishwick, to serve as U.S. Attorneys in the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia."
Warner & Kaine Praise Unanimous Committee Approval of Nominations for Two U.S. Attorneys for Virginia
Senators applaud Judiciary Cmte. approval of Dana J. Boente, John P. Fishwick
Dec 10 2015
The Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved the nominations of Dana J. Boente to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia and John P. Fishwick, Jr., to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Virginia.
“This legislation represents a step in the right direction towards reforming our criminal justice system and better protecting Virginia communities from violent criminals. Ensuring that every punishment matches the crime will reduce over-incarceration and prison overcrowding, strengthen families, and save taxpayer dollars."
Warner & Kaine Praise Nominations of U.S. Attorneys for Eastern & Western Districts of Virginia
Senators applaud nominations of Dana J. Boente and John P. Fishwick
Oct 08 2015
Sens. Warner and Kaine (both D-VA) released the following statement on today’s White House nominations of Dana J. Boente to serve as United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia and John P. Fishwick, Jr. to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Virginia.
Warner, Kaine Announce More than $1.6 Million in DOJ Funding to Improve Virginia Drug Court Services
Sep 30 2015
Sens. Warner and Kaine announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded $1,695,445, in grant funding to multiple Virginia communities to improve and expand drug court operations.
“I am very glad that the Governor is removing Confederate flags from Virginia license plates. This divisive emblem doesn’t belong on state-issued plates.”
