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June 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Patrol, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Durbin, Duckworth Join Harris, Colleagues In Letter Demanding Answers On ICE & CBP Involvement In Policing Ongoing Protests Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
June 5, 2020 Letter to Michael E. Horowitz, Pandemic Response Accountability Committee Acting Chair - Rep. Speier Leads Letter Requesting PRAC Investigation into Suspect Federal Contracts Sen. Ben Luján, ...
June 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Shaheen & Colleagues Call for Greater Federal Resources to Support Nursing Homes during COVID-19 Crisis Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Hon. Steny H. Hoyer, Majority Leader House of Representatives - Lujan Leads Call for Increased National Labs Funding to Create Jobs and Jumpstart Economic Recovery Sen. Ben Luján, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "One year ago, @HouseDemocrats passed the American Dream & Promise Act to give #Dreamers and TPS holders a pathway to citizenship. Their home is here, and a majority of Americans agree it's the right thing to do. But today that bill languishes on @senatemajldr 's desk." Sen. Ben Luján
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "As we take time to honor the life of #GeorgeFloyd, we must continue working together to enact #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd and countless others who have lost their lives to racist violence." Sen. Ben Luján
June 4, 2020 Reps. Eshoo, Gonzalez, Sherrill Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Develop National AI Research Resource Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - Murray, Democratic Senators Urge DeVos to Rescind Harmful Title IX Rule and Focus on Student Safety Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - E&C Democrats Urge FCC to Allow Local Governments Adequate Time to Respond to Wireless Equipment Rule Changes Amid COVID-19 Response Sen. Ben Luján, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Heinrich, Senate Democrats To DHS: Halt Transfer Of ICE Detainees, Increase Agency COVID-19 Testing Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to Kenneth Cuccinelli Acting Director U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. Department of Homeland Security - N.M. Delegation Calls on USCIS to Help Strengthen America's Health Care Workforce and Prevent Medical Professional Shortages in Rural and Underserved Areas During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Murphy, Blumenthal, Booker, 20 Colleagues in Urging Senate Leadership to Increase Funding for Nonprofit Museums in the Next COVID-19 Package Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 29, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's risky contract to an unqualified former White House staffer left the Navajo Nation without critically-needed medical supplies and equipment amidst this crisis. The Navajo Nation deserves better. We need answers." Sen. Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury - Udall, Democratic Senators Request Information About the Distribution of Coronavirus Relief Funds to Tribal Governments Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 28, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's decision to roll back auto emissions standards threatens the health and safety of New Mexicans and makes them pay more at the pump. I'm proud of our state's leadership in curbing toxic emissions and acting to #ProtectOurClimate." Sen. Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's lack of leadership has endangered lives -- especially across the Navajo Nation, where there has been insufficient federal support. The administration's $3M contract with a former White House staffer and his 11-day-old company only worsened this crisis." Sen. Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 Udall, Heinrich Join Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 28, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's ill-hatched executive order isn't about protecting free speech. It's about silencing his critics and punishing social media companies for fact-checking him. It's unlawful and un-American." Sen. Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 English/Español: Rubio, Heinrich Statement On USCIS Resuming Naturalization Ceremonies Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 27, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's failed COVID-19 response has worsened this crisis & put lives at risk. It is unacceptable that this administration gave a $3M contract to a former Trump staffer who defrauded the Navajo Nation by delivering substandard PPE." Sen. Ben Luján
May 27, 2020 Letter to Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee, Director of the Indian Health Service - NM, AZ Lawmakers Demand Answers to Reports that Former Trump White House Official Supplied Indian Health Service With Potentially Substandard Personal Protective Equipment Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Bipartisan Lawmakers Call for Strong PFAS Clean-up Actions in Defense Authorization Bill Sen. Ben Luján, ...
May 26, 2020 Tweet - "In passing the #HeroesAct, the House acted to support our nation's veterans by expanding health coverage, combatting homelessness, and providing other relief to them and their families." Sen. Ben Luján
May 24, 2020 Tweet - "The House-passed #HeroesAct includes $75 billion for coronavirus testing and contact tracing. Mitch McConnell is blocking this funding, which is critical to protecting the public health." Sen. Ben Luján
May 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Wyden, Merkley Call on Trump Administration To Stop Targeting Critical Health Care Providers Based On Political Ideology Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 22, 2020 Tweet - "Our communities depend on our first responders and local government employees for essential services -- the last thing we need is for them to be laid off. That's why I voted for the #HeroesAct and helped secure nearly $1 trillion for local, state, and Tribal governments." Sen. Ben Luján
May 21, 2020 Lankford Supports Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 21, 2020 Lujan Statement on CHACO Canyon Public Comment Extension Sen. Ben Luján
May 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Cornyn, Carper Lead Letter Urging Support for Independent Music Venues During Pandemic Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 21, 2020 Letter to Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Rubio, Heinrich Urge USCIS to Ensure Eligible Immigrants are Able to Complete Citizenship Process Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 21, 2020 Letter to Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, and Benjamin Gantz, Minister of Defense - 18 Senate Democrats, Led by Murphy, Kaine, & Van Hollen, Caution Israel Against Unilateral Annexation of West Bank Territory Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to Secretary of Defense Mark Esper - More than 70 Members Call for Extension of National Guard COVID-19 Response Efforts After Curious Deadline Set Sen. Ben Luján, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader - House Democrats Push for Millions of Restoration and Resilience Jobs Sen. Ben Luján, ...
May 19, 2020 Letter to Requesting Members of Congress - DHS Inspector General to Examine ICE Detention Facility COVID-19 Policies and Practices Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 19, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and Matthew Albence, Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Haaland Joins Call Urging Administration to Ensure Access to Free Telephone Calls for Detainees at ICE Detention Centers Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 18, 2020 Murphy, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution to Reaffirm U.S. Commitment to Global Effort to Find COVID-19 Vaccine Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "Just voted for the #HeroesAct -- vital legislation to support New Mexico workers and provide needed aid to local, state, & Tribal governments. COVID-19 isn't taking a pause. That's why @HouseDemocrats brought forward this legislation today." Sen. Ben Luján
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "Inaction in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic will cost lives and hamper our economic recovery -- and it's exactly why the House passed the #HeroesAct to support workers, bolster testing, and provide aid to local, state, and Tribal governments." Sen. Ben Luján
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "While millions have lost their jobs and are struggling to make ends meet, the Trump admin. is still fighting to cut food assistance programs for the vulnerable. Food insecurity is yet another crisis that President Trump is willing to ignore. #HandsOffSNAP" Sen. Ben Luján
May 15, 2020 Lujan Statement on Passage of HEROES Act to Further Address Public Health and Economic Impacts of COVID-19 Sen. Ben Luján
May 14, 2020 Lujan Questions Witnesses on Trump Administration's Failed Response to COVID-19 Sen. Ben Luján
May 14, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, US Secretary of Health and Human Services - Butterfield and Olson Lead Letter Calling for Additional Funding for Medicaid Providers Sen. Ben Luján, ...
May 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Colleagues Urge HHS To Provide Transparency On Distribution Of Remdesivir Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "I asked Dr. Bright if Pres. Trump's obsession with malaria drugs as a possible COVID-19 treatment -- despite a lack of evidence -- was a distraction for scientists working to save lives & stop the spread of this virus. His response -- extremely distracting for dozens of scientists." Sen. Ben Luján
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Tester: Montana's community development programs are critical for small businesses, must be included in next coronavirus relief bill Sen. Martin Heinrich, ...
May 12, 2020 Tweet - "Health care providers are on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic doing everything possible to keep us healthy. Alongside the delegation, I was proud to announce more than $6.6M in funds for medical supplies and expanded COVID-19 testing." Sen. Ben Luján
May 12, 2020 Letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer - Reps. Sewell and Trone Lead 83 Members in Urging Congressional Leadership to Allocate Over $86 Billion for Broadband Expansion in a Future COVID-19 Relief Package Sen. Ben Luján, ...
May 8, 2020 Lujan Statement Calling for Urgent Action Following Record High Unemployment Sen. Ben Luján
May 8, 2020 Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader McCarthy, Leader McConnell, and Leader Schumer - Meng Urges House and Senate Leaders to Ensure Students Have Internet Access for Remote Learning During COVID-19 Crisis Sen. Ben Luján, ...
May 8, 2020 Tweet - "Our nation is experiencing the highest rate of unemployment since the Great Depression. This urgent crisis requires bold action from the federal government to support working families and small businesses through this crisis and set us on a path toward economic recovery." Sen. Ben Luján
Date Title Politician
June 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Morgan, Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Patrol, and the Hon. Matthew Albence, Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Durbin, Duckworth Join Harris, Colleagues In Letter Demanding Answers On ICE & CBP Involvement In Policing Ongoing Protests Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
June 5, 2020 Letter to Michael E. Horowitz, Pandemic Response Accountability Committee Acting Chair - Rep. Speier Leads Letter Requesting PRAC Investigation into Suspect Federal Contracts Sen.Ben Luján, ...
June 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services, and the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Shaheen & Colleagues Call for Greater Federal Resources to Support Nursing Homes during COVID-19 Crisis Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
June 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Hon. Steny H. Hoyer, Majority Leader House of Representatives - Lujan Leads Call for Increased National Labs Funding to Create Jobs and Jumpstart Economic Recovery Sen.Ben Luján, ...
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "One year ago, @HouseDemocrats passed the American Dream & Promise Act to give #Dreamers and TPS holders a pathway to citizenship. Their home is here, and a majority of Americans agree it's the right thing to do. But today that bill languishes on @senatemajldr 's desk." Sen.Ben Luján
June 4, 2020 Tweet - "As we take time to honor the life of #GeorgeFloyd, we must continue working together to enact #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd and countless others who have lost their lives to racist violence." Sen.Ben Luján
June 4, 2020 Reps. Eshoo, Gonzalez, Sherrill Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Develop National AI Research Resource Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
June 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of the Dept. of Education - Murray, Democratic Senators Urge DeVos to Rescind Harmful Title IX Rule and Focus on Student Safety Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - E&C Democrats Urge FCC to Allow Local Governments Adequate Time to Respond to Wireless Equipment Rule Changes Amid COVID-19 Response Sen.Ben Luján, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security - Heinrich, Senate Democrats To DHS: Halt Transfer Of ICE Detainees, Increase Agency COVID-19 Testing Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to Kenneth Cuccinelli Acting Director U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. Department of Homeland Security - N.M. Delegation Calls on USCIS to Help Strengthen America's Health Care Workforce and Prevent Medical Professional Shortages in Rural and Underserved Areas During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Murphy, Blumenthal, Booker, 20 Colleagues in Urging Senate Leadership to Increase Funding for Nonprofit Museums in the Next COVID-19 Package Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 29, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's risky contract to an unqualified former White House staffer left the Navajo Nation without critically-needed medical supplies and equipment amidst this crisis. The Navajo Nation deserves better. We need answers." Sen.Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Dept. of the Treasury - Udall, Democratic Senators Request Information About the Distribution of Coronavirus Relief Funds to Tribal Governments Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 28, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's decision to roll back auto emissions standards threatens the health and safety of New Mexicans and makes them pay more at the pump. I'm proud of our state's leadership in curbing toxic emissions and acting to #ProtectOurClimate." Sen.Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's lack of leadership has endangered lives -- especially across the Navajo Nation, where there has been insufficient federal support. The administration's $3M contract with a former White House staffer and his 11-day-old company only worsened this crisis." Sen.Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 Udall, Heinrich Join Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 28, 2020 Tweet - "President Trump's ill-hatched executive order isn't about protecting free speech. It's about silencing his critics and punishing social media companies for fact-checking him. It's unlawful and un-American." Sen.Ben Luján
May 28, 2020 English/Español: Rubio, Heinrich Statement On USCIS Resuming Naturalization Ceremonies Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 27, 2020 Tweet - "The Trump administration's failed COVID-19 response has worsened this crisis & put lives at risk. It is unacceptable that this administration gave a $3M contract to a former Trump staffer who defrauded the Navajo Nation by delivering substandard PPE." Sen.Ben Luján
May 27, 2020 Letter to Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee, Director of the Indian Health Service - NM, AZ Lawmakers Demand Answers to Reports that Former Trump White House Official Supplied Indian Health Service With Potentially Substandard Personal Protective Equipment Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Bipartisan Lawmakers Call for Strong PFAS Clean-up Actions in Defense Authorization Bill Sen.Ben Luján, ...
May 26, 2020 Tweet - "In passing the #HeroesAct, the House acted to support our nation's veterans by expanding health coverage, combatting homelessness, and providing other relief to them and their families." Sen.Ben Luján
May 24, 2020 Tweet - "The House-passed #HeroesAct includes $75 billion for coronavirus testing and contact tracing. Mitch McConnell is blocking this funding, which is critical to protecting the public health." Sen.Ben Luján
May 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Wyden, Merkley Call on Trump Administration To Stop Targeting Critical Health Care Providers Based On Political Ideology Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 22, 2020 Tweet - "Our communities depend on our first responders and local government employees for essential services -- the last thing we need is for them to be laid off. That's why I voted for the #HeroesAct and helped secure nearly $1 trillion for local, state, and Tribal governments." Sen.Ben Luján
May 21, 2020 Lankford Supports Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 21, 2020 Lujan Statement on CHACO Canyon Public Comment Extension Sen.Ben Luján
May 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Cornyn, Carper Lead Letter Urging Support for Independent Music Venues During Pandemic Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 21, 2020 Letter to Kenneth Cuccinelli, Acting Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Rubio, Heinrich Urge USCIS to Ensure Eligible Immigrants are Able to Complete Citizenship Process Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 21, 2020 Letter to Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, and Benjamin Gantz, Minister of Defense - 18 Senate Democrats, Led by Murphy, Kaine, & Van Hollen, Caution Israel Against Unilateral Annexation of West Bank Territory Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to Secretary of Defense Mark Esper - More than 70 Members Call for Extension of National Guard COVID-19 Response Efforts After Curious Deadline Set Sen.Ben Luján, ...
May 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader - House Democrats Push for Millions of Restoration and Resilience Jobs Sen.Ben Luján, ...
May 19, 2020 Letter to Requesting Members of Congress - DHS Inspector General to Examine ICE Detention Facility COVID-19 Policies and Practices Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 19, 2020 Letter to Chad Wolf, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and Matthew Albence, Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement - Haaland Joins Call Urging Administration to Ensure Access to Free Telephone Calls for Detainees at ICE Detention Centers Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 18, 2020 Murphy, Durbin, Colleagues Introduce Resolution to Reaffirm U.S. Commitment to Global Effort to Find COVID-19 Vaccine Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "Just voted for the #HeroesAct -- vital legislation to support New Mexico workers and provide needed aid to local, state, & Tribal governments. COVID-19 isn't taking a pause. That's why @HouseDemocrats brought forward this legislation today." Sen.Ben Luján
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "Inaction in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic will cost lives and hamper our economic recovery -- and it's exactly why the House passed the #HeroesAct to support workers, bolster testing, and provide aid to local, state, and Tribal governments." Sen.Ben Luján
May 15, 2020 Tweet - "While millions have lost their jobs and are struggling to make ends meet, the Trump admin. is still fighting to cut food assistance programs for the vulnerable. Food insecurity is yet another crisis that President Trump is willing to ignore. #HandsOffSNAP" Sen.Ben Luján
May 15, 2020 Lujan Statement on Passage of HEROES Act to Further Address Public Health and Economic Impacts of COVID-19 Sen.Ben Luján
May 14, 2020 Lujan Questions Witnesses on Trump Administration's Failed Response to COVID-19 Sen.Ben Luján
May 14, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, US Secretary of Health and Human Services - Butterfield and Olson Lead Letter Calling for Additional Funding for Medicaid Providers Sen.Ben Luján, ...
May 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Durbin, Colleagues Urge HHS To Provide Transparency On Distribution Of Remdesivir Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "I asked Dr. Bright if Pres. Trump's obsession with malaria drugs as a possible COVID-19 treatment -- despite a lack of evidence -- was a distraction for scientists working to save lives & stop the spread of this virus. His response -- extremely distracting for dozens of scientists." Sen.Ben Luján
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Tester: Montana's community development programs are critical for small businesses, must be included in next coronavirus relief bill Sen.Martin Heinrich, ...
May 12, 2020 Tweet - "Health care providers are on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic doing everything possible to keep us healthy. Alongside the delegation, I was proud to announce more than $6.6M in funds for medical supplies and expanded COVID-19 testing." Sen.Ben Luján
May 12, 2020 Letter to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, and Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer - Reps. Sewell and Trone Lead 83 Members in Urging Congressional Leadership to Allocate Over $86 Billion for Broadband Expansion in a Future COVID-19 Relief Package Sen.Ben Luján, ...
May 8, 2020 Lujan Statement Calling for Urgent Action Following Record High Unemployment Sen.Ben Luján
May 8, 2020 Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Leader McCarthy, Leader McConnell, and Leader Schumer - Meng Urges House and Senate Leaders to Ensure Students Have Internet Access for Remote Learning During COVID-19 Crisis Sen.Ben Luján, ...
May 8, 2020 Tweet - "Our nation is experiencing the highest rate of unemployment since the Great Depression. This urgent crisis requires bold action from the federal government to support working families and small businesses through this crisis and set us on a path toward economic recovery." Sen.Ben Luján
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