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Nov. 7, 2022
Tweet - "As the daughter of a WWII veteran, I've seen the many sacrifices our military families make. That's why I've fought to support military families, whether it's helping them find good housing or supporting the transition back to civilian life."
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Supporting families means making sure they can find and afford quality child care. I am absolutely going to keep fighting to fix our nation's child care crisis."
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Thanks to #Bidenflation, kids' sports just got a whole lot more expensive, putting a squeeze on families' budgets."
Sen. Rick Scott
Nov. 4, 2022
Tweet - "Having served as a caregiver to my grandmother, I know firsthand the challenges, sacrifices, and work it takes to do right by loved ones. To all the family caregivers out there, I see you and know that your hard work does not go unnoticed. #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 3, 2022
Tweet - "As the son of a veteran and a veteran myself, I've seen the sacrifices our military families make to serve their country. To our nation's military families--thank you for your sacrifice and unwavering support of our servicemen and women."
Sen. Rick Scott
Nov. 3, 2022
Assistant Speaker Clark Tours Framingham State University Child Care Centers
Rep. Katherine Clark
Nov. 3, 2022
Tweet - "Great to see Naples, my hometown and a great Florida city, named a top city for veterans and their families. It's an honor to see so many veterans and their families move to the Sunshine State!"
Sen. Rick Scott
Nov. 2, 2022
Tweet - "When I helped pass the American Rescue Plan, I made sure it benefitted Nevada parents who need child care. This vital program has helped Nevadans across the state access affordable child care and made sure providers have critical resources."
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 31, 2022
Tweet - "Families need reliable, affordable child care options. When providers were most uncertain and in danger of closing, the American Rescue Plan funded & stabilized thousands of providers across Virginia so families weren't left in the lurch."
Sen. Mark Warner
Oct. 27, 2022
Letter to Robin Carnahan, Administrator of the General Services Administration, Nina Albert, Commissioner of the Public Buildings Services - Cardin, Cramer Call for More Complete Water Testing at Child Care Centers in Federal Buildings
Sen. Kevin Cramer, ...
Oct. 26, 2022
Tweet - "It's time to put our nation back on track for American families. - Secure the border. - Unleash American energy. - Stop reckless spending. - Put an end to @JoeBiden 's job-killing, economy-ruining policies. Plain and simple."
Sen. Rick Scott
Oct. 26, 2022
Following Calls by Boozman and Colleagues, GAO Confirms it will Investigate Baby Formula Shortages
Sen. John Boozman
Oct. 26, 2022
Tweet - "Funds from the American Rescue Plan have stabilized 4,970 child care programs across Virginia -- allowing them to stay staffed and serve 317,500 children, giving parents the flexibility they need to work. This is critical funding for our kids and for stabilizing our economy."
Sen. Mark Warner
Oct. 25, 2022
Salazar Co-Leads Legislation to Address Infant Formula Crisis by Expanding Access to Donor Milk
Rep. Maria Salazar
Oct. 25, 2022
Clark Celebrates the American Rescue Plan's Critical Support of Child Care Providers, Families
Rep. Katherine Clark
Oct. 25, 2022
Clark Celebrates the American Rescue Plan's Critical Support of Child Care Providers, Families
Rep. Katherine Clark
Oct. 25, 2022
Senators Coons, Blunt lead bipartisan and bicameral call to include Victims of Child Abuse Act in NDAA
Sen. Chris Coons
Oct. 24, 2022
Blumenthal Announces Legislation to Prevent Frontover Child Deaths
Sen. Dick Blumenthal
Oct. 24, 2022
Tweet - "Nearly two years in @JoeBiden 's America and things just keep getting worse: Food costs more. Clothes cost more. And utility costs keep climbing. Families deserve better, and I'll keep fighting to end Biden's inflation crisis."
Sen. Rick Scott
Oct. 21, 2022
Senator Murray Helps 6K+ Child Care Programs in Washington State Keep Doors Open to Serve Families
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 21, 2022
Tweet - "When the pandemic pushed the child care sector to the brink of collapse, I knew we needed to act. I fought for child care relief in the American Rescue Plan, and it helped 200k+ child care providers keep their doors open & serve 9+ million kids--including so many in WA state."
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2022
Ernst, Grassley Hold Childcare Roundtable, Announce Legislation to Address Critical Shortage of Childcare in Iowa
Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 19, 2022
Rep. Young Kim Applauds Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act Becoming Law
Rep. Young Kim
Oct. 19, 2022
Tweet - "Average monthly savings are DOWN 83% Americans' 401k's are DOWN 25% Costs are STRETCHING budgets TO THE MAX It's despicable that @JoeBiden doesn't care enough to stop the pain he's caused for American families."
Sen. Rick Scott
Oct. 18, 2022
Webster and Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Ensure Taxpayers Dollars Cannot Fund Sexually Explicit Material for Children
Rep. Daniel Webster
Oct. 18, 2022
Tweet - "When I talk to families across Washington state, I hear constantly about how hard it is to find and afford child care. The child care crisis isn't just hurting families--it's straining our economy too. I'll keep fighting to make child care affordable and get families relief."
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 17, 2022
Tweet - "My top priority in Congress has been lowering costs for families back home in Washington state. Whether it's health care, energy prices, or housing, the actions Democrats have taken will help keep more money in people's pockets--and we're not done yet."
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022
Tweet - "Same-sex couples should get the same benefits from VA that other veterans get. For too long that wasn't the case, so I led my colleagues in urging @DeptVetAffairs to fix that. Glad to see them take steps to right that wrong and do just that today."
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022
Following Push from Senator Murray, VA Expands Benefits for Same-Sex Spouses
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 11, 2022
Blackburn, Colleagues Introduce Legislation To Support Children With Disabilities
Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Oct. 11, 2022
Tweet - "Fixing the "family glitch" is going to help so many families across Washington state save hundreds of dollars a month on their health care coverage. This is another big win for WA state families!"
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2022
Senator Murray Hosts First Lady and VA Secretary in Seattle to Celebrate Veteran Families and Caregivers
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 8, 2022
Tweet - "Happy National 4H Week to all the amazing young leaders in @MN4H and programs across the country!"
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Oct. 8, 2022
Tweet - "Supporting our military families isn't just a national obligation to me--it's a personal one. My dad was a veteran who served in WWII. When he got sick, VA made sure he got the care he needed. That's how it should be, and I'll keep working to make sure that's what VA delivers."
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022
VIDEO/PHOTO: Ernst Helps Kick-off Operation Diaper Drive in Iowa
Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 5, 2022
Senator Hassan Introduces Bill to Help Provide Support to Students with Disabilities
Sen. Maggie Hassan
Oct. 5, 2022
Sen. Ossoff Presses Top Banking CEOs to Crack Down on Fraud Targeting New Mothers
Sen. Jon Ossoff
Oct. 5, 2022
Cortez Masto Honors Mariachi Joya for Contributions to the Las Vegas Community
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 4, 2022
Tillis, Colleagues Introduce International Children with Disabilities Protection Act
Sen. Thom Tillis
Oct. 3, 2022
Sens. Moran, Menendez Introduce International Children with Disabilities Protection Act
Sen. Jerry Moran, ...
Oct. 3, 2022
Warner Cosponsors Legislation to Make Adoption Tax Credit Fully Refundable
Sen. Mark Warner
Oct. 1, 2022
Senator Murray Statement on Implementation of Her VA Caregivers Expansion
Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 30, 2022
Costa, Gonzales Introduce Bill to Protect the Rights of Child Abuse Victims During Federal Investigations
Rep. Jim Costa, ...
Sept. 30, 2022
House Democrats block Burchett amendment to prevent tax-funded transgender surgeries for children
Rep. Tim Burchett
Sept. 30, 2022
Lee Bill Protects Victims of Image-Based Sexual Abuse
Sen. Mike Lee
Sept. 29, 2022
Rep. Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Offset Child Care Costs for Student Parents
Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Sept. 29, 2022
Senate Passes Manchin, Scott Resolution to Designate September 2022 as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 29, 2022
Sullivan, Carper Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Implement Holistic Approach to Children's Health Care
Sen. Dan Sullivan, ...
Sept. 29, 2022
Tweet - "House Sends Rep. Mike Levin's Bill Strengthening Servicemembers' Life Insurance to President's Desk"
Rep. Mike Levin
Sept. 29, 2022
Duckworth, Durbin Join Colleagues to Help Introduce International Children with Disabilities Protection Act
Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Date
Title
Politician
Nov. 7, 2022
Tweet - "As the daughter of a WWII veteran, I've seen the many sacrifices our military families make. That's why I've fought to support military families, whether it's helping them find good housing or supporting the transition back to civilian life."
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Supporting families means making sure they can find and afford quality child care. I am absolutely going to keep fighting to fix our nation's child care crisis."
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Thanks to #Bidenflation, kids' sports just got a whole lot more expensive, putting a squeeze on families' budgets."
Sen.Rick Scott
Nov. 4, 2022
Tweet - "Having served as a caregiver to my grandmother, I know firsthand the challenges, sacrifices, and work it takes to do right by loved ones. To all the family caregivers out there, I see you and know that your hard work does not go unnoticed. #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Nov. 3, 2022
Tweet - "As the son of a veteran and a veteran myself, I've seen the sacrifices our military families make to serve their country. To our nation's military families--thank you for your sacrifice and unwavering support of our servicemen and women."
Sen.Rick Scott
Nov. 3, 2022
Assistant Speaker Clark Tours Framingham State University Child Care Centers
Rep.Katherine Clark
Nov. 3, 2022
Tweet - "Great to see Naples, my hometown and a great Florida city, named a top city for veterans and their families. It's an honor to see so many veterans and their families move to the Sunshine State!"
Sen.Rick Scott
Nov. 2, 2022
Tweet - "When I helped pass the American Rescue Plan, I made sure it benefitted Nevada parents who need child care. This vital program has helped Nevadans across the state access affordable child care and made sure providers have critical resources."
Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 31, 2022
Tweet - "Families need reliable, affordable child care options. When providers were most uncertain and in danger of closing, the American Rescue Plan funded & stabilized thousands of providers across Virginia so families weren't left in the lurch."
Sen.Mark Warner
Oct. 27, 2022
Letter to Robin Carnahan, Administrator of the General Services Administration, Nina Albert, Commissioner of the Public Buildings Services - Cardin, Cramer Call for More Complete Water Testing at Child Care Centers in Federal Buildings
Sen.Kevin Cramer, ...
Oct. 26, 2022
Tweet - "It's time to put our nation back on track for American families. - Secure the border. - Unleash American energy. - Stop reckless spending. - Put an end to @JoeBiden 's job-killing, economy-ruining policies. Plain and simple."
Sen.Rick Scott
Oct. 26, 2022
Following Calls by Boozman and Colleagues, GAO Confirms it will Investigate Baby Formula Shortages
Sen.John Boozman
Oct. 26, 2022
Tweet - "Funds from the American Rescue Plan have stabilized 4,970 child care programs across Virginia -- allowing them to stay staffed and serve 317,500 children, giving parents the flexibility they need to work. This is critical funding for our kids and for stabilizing our economy."
Sen.Mark Warner
Oct. 25, 2022
Salazar Co-Leads Legislation to Address Infant Formula Crisis by Expanding Access to Donor Milk
Rep.Maria Salazar
Oct. 25, 2022
Clark Celebrates the American Rescue Plan's Critical Support of Child Care Providers, Families
Rep.Katherine Clark
Oct. 25, 2022
Clark Celebrates the American Rescue Plan's Critical Support of Child Care Providers, Families
Rep.Katherine Clark
Oct. 25, 2022
Senators Coons, Blunt lead bipartisan and bicameral call to include Victims of Child Abuse Act in NDAA
Sen.Chris Coons
Oct. 24, 2022
Blumenthal Announces Legislation to Prevent Frontover Child Deaths
Sen.Dick Blumenthal
Oct. 24, 2022
Tweet - "Nearly two years in @JoeBiden 's America and things just keep getting worse: Food costs more. Clothes cost more. And utility costs keep climbing. Families deserve better, and I'll keep fighting to end Biden's inflation crisis."
Sen.Rick Scott
Oct. 21, 2022
Senator Murray Helps 6K+ Child Care Programs in Washington State Keep Doors Open to Serve Families
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 21, 2022
Tweet - "When the pandemic pushed the child care sector to the brink of collapse, I knew we needed to act. I fought for child care relief in the American Rescue Plan, and it helped 200k+ child care providers keep their doors open & serve 9+ million kids--including so many in WA state."
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2022
Ernst, Grassley Hold Childcare Roundtable, Announce Legislation to Address Critical Shortage of Childcare in Iowa
Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 19, 2022
Rep. Young Kim Applauds Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act Becoming Law
Rep.Young Kim
Oct. 19, 2022
Tweet - "Average monthly savings are DOWN 83% Americans' 401k's are DOWN 25% Costs are STRETCHING budgets TO THE MAX It's despicable that @JoeBiden doesn't care enough to stop the pain he's caused for American families."
Sen.Rick Scott
Oct. 18, 2022
Webster and Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Ensure Taxpayers Dollars Cannot Fund Sexually Explicit Material for Children
Rep.Daniel Webster
Oct. 18, 2022
Tweet - "When I talk to families across Washington state, I hear constantly about how hard it is to find and afford child care. The child care crisis isn't just hurting families--it's straining our economy too. I'll keep fighting to make child care affordable and get families relief."
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 17, 2022
Tweet - "My top priority in Congress has been lowering costs for families back home in Washington state. Whether it's health care, energy prices, or housing, the actions Democrats have taken will help keep more money in people's pockets--and we're not done yet."
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022
Tweet - "Same-sex couples should get the same benefits from VA that other veterans get. For too long that wasn't the case, so I led my colleagues in urging @DeptVetAffairs to fix that. Glad to see them take steps to right that wrong and do just that today."
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022
Following Push from Senator Murray, VA Expands Benefits for Same-Sex Spouses
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 11, 2022
Blackburn, Colleagues Introduce Legislation To Support Children With Disabilities
Sen.Marsha Blackburn
Oct. 11, 2022
Tweet - "Fixing the "family glitch" is going to help so many families across Washington state save hundreds of dollars a month on their health care coverage. This is another big win for WA state families!"
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2022
Senator Murray Hosts First Lady and VA Secretary in Seattle to Celebrate Veteran Families and Caregivers
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 8, 2022
Tweet - "Happy National 4H Week to all the amazing young leaders in @MN4H and programs across the country!"
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Oct. 8, 2022
Tweet - "Supporting our military families isn't just a national obligation to me--it's a personal one. My dad was a veteran who served in WWII. When he got sick, VA made sure he got the care he needed. That's how it should be, and I'll keep working to make sure that's what VA delivers."
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022
VIDEO/PHOTO: Ernst Helps Kick-off Operation Diaper Drive in Iowa
Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 5, 2022
Senator Hassan Introduces Bill to Help Provide Support to Students with Disabilities
Sen.Maggie Hassan
Oct. 5, 2022
Sen. Ossoff Presses Top Banking CEOs to Crack Down on Fraud Targeting New Mothers
Sen.Jon Ossoff
Oct. 5, 2022
Cortez Masto Honors Mariachi Joya for Contributions to the Las Vegas Community
Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Oct. 4, 2022
Tillis, Colleagues Introduce International Children with Disabilities Protection Act
Sen.Thom Tillis
Oct. 3, 2022
Sens. Moran, Menendez Introduce International Children with Disabilities Protection Act
Sen.Jerry Moran, ...
Oct. 3, 2022
Warner Cosponsors Legislation to Make Adoption Tax Credit Fully Refundable
Sen.Mark Warner
Oct. 1, 2022
Senator Murray Statement on Implementation of Her VA Caregivers Expansion
Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 30, 2022
Costa, Gonzales Introduce Bill to Protect the Rights of Child Abuse Victims During Federal Investigations
Rep.Jim Costa, ...
Sept. 30, 2022
House Democrats block Burchett amendment to prevent tax-funded transgender surgeries for children
Rep.Tim Burchett
Sept. 30, 2022
Lee Bill Protects Victims of Image-Based Sexual Abuse
Sen.Mike Lee
Sept. 29, 2022
Rep. Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Offset Child Care Costs for Student Parents
Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Sept. 29, 2022
Senate Passes Manchin, Scott Resolution to Designate September 2022 as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Sept. 29, 2022
Sullivan, Carper Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Implement Holistic Approach to Children's Health Care
Sen.Dan Sullivan, ...
Sept. 29, 2022
Tweet - "House Sends Rep. Mike Levin's Bill Strengthening Servicemembers' Life Insurance to President's Desk"
Rep.Mike Levin
Sept. 29, 2022
Duckworth, Durbin Join Colleagues to Help Introduce International Children with Disabilities Protection Act
Sen.Ladda Duckworth
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