| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "We need a big, bold approach now to support American workers and families. Republicans who choose inaction in the face of these historic economic and health crises will be taking the same misguided path as Herbert Hoover."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "This is jobs for teachers, and first responders, and healthcare workers, and more. To the Republicans: We need to act NOW on state and local aid."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 8, 2020
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Senate Dems Unveil Comprehensive COVID-19 International Response and Recovery Act
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "SBA must do more to stop the special treatment for well-connected big business at the expense of legitimate small business struggling to stay afloat and support their workers during this pandemic."
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 8, 2020
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Casey Introduces "Farmers Feeding Families Act' to Connect Farms and Food Banks
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "South Dakota is proud Ellsworth AFB is the preferred choice for hosting the future B-21, ensuring the base's contribution to our national security for decades come.; Reminder: B-21 basing scoping comment period closes tomorrow."
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Sen. John Thune
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| May 8, 2020
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Schumer, Gillibrand announce over $264 million in emergency federal funding for "hot spot' Upstate New York rural hospitals, health systems, and community health centers
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Argus Leader - America Doesn't Give Up
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Sen. John Thune
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| May 8, 2020
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America's Global Leadership During Covid-19
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Rep. Marcy Kaptur
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "For kids, a sudden shift in their daily routines can be unsettling. Great to see the Carbondale Public Library start a reading program to help kids learn about essential workers and understand the importance of kindness during this pandemic."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| May 8, 2020
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Recognizing the Sacomani Family
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Rep. James Hill
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "The Postal Service is a critical lifeline for many Americans, especially during this pandemic. It's time for the Trump Administration to stop playing games with @USPS ."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "I was glad to be back in Washington this week. In times of crisis, Congress is an essential industry for Americans. If we're asking nurses, grocery workers, truck drivers, & other Americans to go into work, their elected officials certainly should as well."
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Sen. John Thune
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| May 8, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - Chairman Scott Demands Education Department Abandon Plan to Use COVID-19 Relief Money to Fund Private School Voucher Scheme
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Rep. Bobby Scott
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| May 8, 2020
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Casey, Whitehouse Propose Bill to Slow the Spread of COVID-19 in Nursing Homes
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Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Memo to Reporters and Editors from the offices of Senators Casey and Wyden
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Sen. Ron Wyden, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Reed Announces Additional $4.6 Million in CDBG Funds
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Sen. Jack Reed
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| May 8, 2020
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Reed Delivers Another $5.87 Million in LIHEAP Funds for RI
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Sen. Jack Reed
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| May 8, 2020
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Reed Announces $3.65 Million to Help Community Health Centers Expand COVID-19 Testing in RI
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Sen. Jack Reed
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| May 8, 2020
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Reed Introduces State & Local Emergency Stabilization Fund Act
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Sen. Jack Reed
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| May 8, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Dept. of Homeland Security - House Chairs Press Trump Administration to Rescind Policies that Delay Release of Migrant Children
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Rep. Diana DeGette, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of the Dept. of State, and the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Dept. of Defense - Foreign Affairs Committee Democrats Condemn Trump's Plans to Cut Russian Deterrence Initiative to Fund Border Wall
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Rep. Dina Titus, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Reschenthaler Introduces Bill to Repeal Archaic Logan Act
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Rep. Guy Reschenthaler
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "Pleased to announce $700M in new federal funds for IL hospitals treating highest number of #COVID19 patients. This is in addition to billions more for IL health providers in rural areas, children's hospitals, & clinics that we've already received. I will continue to fight for IL."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| May 8, 2020
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Tweet - "Students, professors, & universities are trying to make the most of their online classes despite the financial & academic uncertainties brought on by the #COVID19 pandemic. Spoke w/ @NorthwesternU President yesterday to discuss Higher Ed's response during this crisis."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| May 8, 2020
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Engel & McCaul Joint Statement on Afghanistan Violence
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Rep. Michael McCaul, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Cole Joins Bipartisan Introduction of Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act
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Rep. Don Bacon, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Waters, Heck and Brown Introduce Legislation to Provide Emergency Rental Assistance During COVID-19 Crisis
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Rep. Maxine Waters, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Hoeven Statement in Observance of 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day
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Sen. John Hoeven
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| May 8, 2020
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Letter to Tom Abood, CEO of EVO Transportation and Energy Services, Inc., Richard Heo, CEO of Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc., Timothy Wright, CEO of MiMedx Group, Inc., Jamie Lerner, CEO of Quantum Corporation, and Dennis Oates, CEO of Universal Stainless & Alloy Products, Inc. - In First Official Action, House Coronavirus Panel Demands That Large Public Corporations Return Taxpayer Funds Intended for Small Businesses
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Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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Tester, Moran introduce legislation to expand protections for military families impacted by COVID-19
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Sen. Jerry Moran, ...
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| May 8, 2020
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RI Delegation Announces Help for RI Farmers & Hungry Families
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Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Joyce Appointed to China Task Force
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Rep. John Joyce, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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McCaul to Lead New China Task Force as Chairman
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Rep. Michael McCaul
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| May 7, 2020
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Wyden Unveils Proposal to Tie Unemployment Insurance Benefits to Economic Conditions, Prevent Republican Economic Sabotage
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Sen. Ron Wyden
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| May 7, 2020
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House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy Appoints Congressman Andy Barr to Special Congressional Task Force to Investigate China
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Rep. Andy Barr
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| May 7, 2020
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U.S. Senators Tina Smith and James Lankford Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Health Care Resources for Urban Indian Health Organizations Amid Pandemic
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Sen. James Lankford, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Letter to Mike Pompeo, Department of State Secretary - Rep. TJ Sends Letter Urging State Department to Protect Sikhs in Afghanistan
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Rep. Jamie Raskin, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Cotton, Manchin, Cornyn Bill Ensures Danger Pay for Marshals Abroad
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Sen. John Cornyn, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice: West Virginia first state in nation to begin testing all assisted living facility residents and staff for COVID-19
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Sen. Jim Justice
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| May 7, 2020
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Senator Hassan Emphasizes Importance of Improving Accuracy of COVID-19 Tests, Planning Now for the Manufacturing and Distribution of Vaccines
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Sen. Maggie Hassan
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| May 7, 2020
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Fishing Industry in Hawai"i to Receive Millions in Targeted COVID-19 Aid
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Rep. Ed Case
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| May 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Arthur Sinodinos, Australian Ambassador to the United States - Risch, Menendez, Gallagher, Courtney Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter in Support of Australia
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Sen. Ruben Gallego, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Maine Delegation Announces More Than $20 Million for Maine Fishing Industry
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Sen. Angus King, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Collins, Feinstein Leading Bipartisan Push for Financial Assistance for USPS in Next Coronavirus Relief Bill
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Risch Statement on Senate Confirmation of Brett Giroir to Be U.S. Representative on WHO Executive Board
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Sen. Jim Risch
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| May 7, 2020
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Senator Collins Fighting for Increased Testing Capacity to Help Protect Americans' Health and Safely Reopen the U.S. Economy
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Sen. Susan Collins
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| May 7, 2020
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Brady Applauds LaHood's Appointment to China Task Force
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Rep. Darin LaHood, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Senator Collins Announces More Than $4.3 Million to Support Affordable Housing Efforts in Maine Amid Coronavirus
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Sen. Susan Collins
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| May 7, 2020
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Senator Collins Votes to Overturn Veto of War Powers Resolution
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Sen. Susan Collins
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| May 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Schumer reveals: As COVID-19 spreads in facilities, VA healthcare sites across Upstate NY have reported weeks of shortages or total lack of PPE; senator demands VA immediately send supplies & PPE to Upstate NY and fix distribution strategy
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Sen. Chuck Schumer
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| May 7, 2020
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Hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Murray, Hearing on the Trump Administration's COVID-19 Response
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. James Risch, Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee - Foreign Relations Committee Democrats Announce Opposition to Convening Committee Business Meeting without COVID-19 Focus
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Sen. Ed Markey, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Daines Secures Over $3 Million for Montana's Health Centers to Expand Coronavirus Testing in Montana
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Sen. Steve Daines
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| May 7, 2020
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Chairman Nadler Statement on DOJ's Decision to Drop Criminal Charges Against Michael Flynn
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Rep. Jerry Nadler
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| May 7, 2020
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Harder Introduces Health Care Workforce Protection Act
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Rep. Josh Harder
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| May 7, 2020
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Congressman Lance Gooden (R-TX) Calls for Further Protections for American Workers
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Rep. Lance Gooden, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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King Questions Navy Secretary Nominee on Flexibility for Shipyards During Pandemic, Future Investments in Shipbuilding
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Sen. Angus King
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| May 7, 2020
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Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - King Leads Bipartisan Effort Urging Senate to Support Charitable Nonprofits in Next Coronavirus Relief Package
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Sen. John Boozman, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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U.S. Senators Klobuchar, Smith Back Legislation to Significantly Expand National Service Programs to Improve COVID-19 Response
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Sen. Tina Smith
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| May 7, 2020
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Stefanik Named to Leader McCarthy's China Task Force
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Rep. Elise Stefanik
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| May 7, 2020
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Following Klobuchar's Questions At Senate Commerce Committee Hearing, Frontier Airlines Changes Policy to Charge Customers For Safer Seats During Coronavirus Pandemic
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Sen. Amy Klobuchar
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| May 7, 2020
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Bill Renames Chinese Embassy Street "Li Wenliang Plaza"
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Sen. Marsha Blackburn, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Letter to His Excellency Sooronbay Jeenbekov, President of Kyrgystan - Menendez, Six Senate Colleagues Call on Kyrgyzstan President to Release Prisoners
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Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Tweet - "Joining @BloombergTV momentarily to discuss the latest on #COVID19. Make sure you tune in.."
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| May 7, 2020
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Following push from Gillibrand and Schumer, USDA approves New York state's pandemic EBT program
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Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Shaheen: NH Fishermen & Seafood Industry to Receive $2.7 Million in Urgently Needed Assistance Through CARES Act
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
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| May 7, 2020
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Wicker Praises $6.72M Award for Expanded Coronavirus Testing in Mississippi
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Sen. Roger Wicker
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| May 7, 2020
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Durbin, Smith Introduce Legislative Fix To Help State And Local Governments Provide Paid Leave During Pandemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
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| May 7, 2020
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Tweet - "China should be held accountable for under-reporting & lying about #COVID19 in their country. At a minimum, the world should ban the use of Huawei technology. If countries use Chinese tech in their #5G networks, China will be able to surveil & spy on people around the world."
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Sen. John Thune
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| May 7, 2020
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Daines Introduces Bill to Extend President Trump's 60-Day Immigration Ban to Support American Workers
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Sen. Steve Daines
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| May 7, 2020
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Durbin: Unimaginable That President Trump & Republicans Are Continuing Efforts To Eliminate ACA During Global Health Pandemic
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Sen. Dick Durbin
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| May 7, 2020
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Shaheen Leads Call with NH Small Businesses & Non-Profits That Have Been Unable to Access Aid Through Small Business Relief Programs
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Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
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| May 7, 2020
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Senator Hawley Introduces Joint Resolution to Withdraw from WTO
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Sen. Josh Hawley
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| May 7, 2020
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Peters Introduces Bill to Strengthen Disaster Response Efforts for Minority Communities
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Sen. Gary Peters
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