Press Releases
DoD Inspector General Releases Damning Report on BRAC #133
Moran, Warner, Connolly renew call for parking cap, new transportation plan
Dec 01 2011
Following today’s release of a Department of Defense Inspector General report revealing serious flaws in the Army’s Transportation Management Plan, Senator Warner, Rep. Jim Moran, and Rep. Gerry Connolly renewed their call to limit the number of parking spaces used at the building until sufficient transportation infrastructure is put in place and pressed for enactment of the IG’s recommendations.
Sens. Webb, Warner Announce Over $200K to Strengthen Virginia Manufacturing, Grow Jobs
Every $1 invested in the public-private partnership returns $36, supports private-sector hiring
Nov 29 2011
Senators Jim Webb and Mark Warner today announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce National Institute of Standards and Technology will invest $212,800 in GENEDGE ALLIANCE, a statewide manufacturing support program based at Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville, Virginia.
A coalition of 45 Senators and 100 members of the U.S. House of Representatives gathered today to urge the debt supercommittee to “go big” in addressing America’s $14.5 trillion national debt. Senator Warner, a cofounder of the original “Gang of Six” deficit reduction effort, helped to organize the bipartisan, bicameral group.
Senator Warner released the following statement regarding the five-year oil and gas leasing plan announced by the U.S. Department of the Interior today, which does not include Virginia. “This is disappointing, because the safe, responsible development of offshore energy resources has broad support from Virginians and among the bipartisan elected leadership of the state. "
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) released the following statement following news today that the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) has approved Virginia's appeal for federal disaster aid for individuals and business owners in Louisa County related to the Aug. 23 earthquake:
Statement from Senator Warner on Diwali
Oct 26 2011
“As co-chair of the Senate India Caucus, I am pleased to sponsor a resolution celebrating this important day for the Indian people and Indian-Americans here at home."
Sen. Warner to host online forum on jobs & the economy
~ Will use Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube Platforms ~
Oct 14 2011
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) will host an online forum on jobs and the economy next week that will leverage the reach and popularity of Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube to allow constituents to submit questions and view the Senator's responses over several days.
Webb, Warner introduce bill to rehabilitate nation's historic schools
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell, U.S. House Majority Leader Eric Cantor Support Legislation
Oct 12 2011
Senators Jim Webb (D-VA) and Mark Warner (D-VA) today introduced “The Rehabilitation of Historic Schools Act of 2011,” which provides a tax credit for communities to partner with private sector developers to rehabilitate the nation’s older school buildings. The legislation amends existing law to allow local governments to use the Federal Rehabilitation Tax Credit to rebuild decaying schools.
“If damage from a once-in-a-generation, 5.8 magnitude earthquake does not qualify for federal disaster relief, then I don’t know what does. I am very disappointed that FEMA has determined that Louisa County does not qualify for federal disaster assistance for individuals, and I fully support the Governor’s decision to appeal."
Senator Warner today announced his support for bipartisan legislation that will increase international tourism by cutting excessively long wait times for overseas visitors to receive U.S. tourist visas. The legislation would give the U.S. State Department more tools and new incentives to streamline visa processing services without compromising the security of our borders or American citizens.
Sens. Webb & Warner announce $5M grant to train healthcare workers in SE Virginia
~ Targets health jobs currently being filled by foreign H-1B visa holders ~
Oct 04 2011
Senators Warner and Jim Webb today announced the award of a $5 million federal grant to a public-private partnership of colleges, universities and hospitals in Hampton Roads and on the Peninsula to provide education, training and job placement assistance in the healthcare field.
Sen. Warner, Rep. Wittman announce delay of rule that would have harmed VA seafood industry
~ Delay of New H-2B Visa Wage Requirements Published in Federal Register Today ~
Sep 28 2011
Senator Warner and Rep. Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) announced today that a new federal H-2B visa wage requirement set to go into effect on October 1st will be delayed for 60 days. “We need to work for a longer-range solution to this issue that is both fair to workers and employers, and helps to preserve jobs not only in Virginia’s seafood industry but other industries that depend on seasonal labor,” Sen. Warner said.
Senator Warner and several other members of the Hampton Roads congressional delegation today released a letter to the new Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Jonathan W. Greenert, asking that he take a fresh look at the proposed homeporting of a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier in Mayport, Florida.
Senate Approves Webb, Warner Resolution Commemorating 75th Anniversary of Shenandoah National Park
Sep 09 2011
The U.S. Senate last night unanimously approved a resolution offered by Senators Jim Webb (D-VA) and Mark Warner (D-VA) commemorating the 75th anniversary of Shenandoah National Park.
Sen. Warner announces $1.5M fed. Grant to provide high-speed internet service in Scott Country
~ Funds will allow free broadband services for the Flat Top/Sandy Ridge Volunteer Fire Department and a new community center ~
Aug 22 2011
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a $1.5 million grant to the Scott County Telephone Cooperative (SCTC) to build out its network in order to provide high speed internet service in the previously unserved Flat Top/Sandy Ridge area of Scott County.
Sen Warner announces $18m in fed. support to unlock credit for Va. small business
~ Funds will support Virginia’s successful state small business programs ~
Aug 22 2011
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) announced that the U.S. Department of the Treasury has approved Virginia’s application for up to $18 million in additional federal loan support to the Virginia Small Business Financing Authority
Senator Warner joined a bipartisan group of 11 senators today in a letter to new U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta calling for improvements to military base school facilities across the country. Many are old and in poor repair, and some have serious safety issues.
Senators Warner, Cornyn Condemn Mumbai Attacks
Jul 14 2011
“We strongly condemn the recent atrocity in Mumbai that deliberately targeted innocent and peaceful civilians. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. On behalf of the 38-member U.S. Senate India Caucus, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Indian people and their government as they recover from this senseless act.”
Today, Representatives Jim Moran, Gerry Connolly, and Senators Jim Webb and Mark Warner wrote Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta expressing their concern with the recently released occupancy plan for the implementation of BRAC Recommendation #133. The plan moves nearly 5,000 employees to the Mark Center facility by December 2011 – before vital transportation infrastructure improvements are put in place.
Senators Webb, Warner Co-Sponsor Resolution to Establish September 11th Moment of Remembrance
Jul 08 2011
Senators Webb and Warner joined a bipartisan group of colleagues to introduce a resolution that calls for a Moment of Remembrance on September 11, 2011. Marking the 10th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, the resolution calls on all Americans to pause at 1pm EST for a minute of reflection accompanied by bells and sirens across the country.
Webb, Warner introduce legislation to open VA to offshore energy exploration
~ Bill would expand exploration area, provide royalties to Va. ~
Jul 06 2011
U.S. Senators Webb and Warner today introduced legislation that would allow oil and natural gas exploration and production off of the Virginia coast. Both senators have consistently supported safe and responsible energy exploration on Virginia’s outer continental shelf.
Senators Warner and John Kerry sent a letter today to the Federal Communications Commission urging reform of the Universal Service Fund in order to better deploy broadband service across the country.
Statement of Senators Webb and Warner on the Confirmation of Bobby Mathieson as U.S. Marshal
Jul 01 2011
Senators Warner and Webb today announced the confirmation of Robert “Bobby” Mathieson to serve as United States Marshal for the Eastern District of Virginia. Recommended by Senators Webb and Warner last May, Mathieson was nominated by President Obama on March 9 and was unanimously confirmed last night by the U.S. Senate.
Webb, Warner file legislation creating Ft. Monroe Nat'l Park
~ Authorizes National Park Service role at historic Virginia site ~
Jun 29 2011
Senators Webb and Warner today introduced legislation that would establish a unit of the National Park Service at Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia. The Fort Monroe National Historical Park Establishment Act of 2011 would authorize the Park Service to establish a national park presence at the Fort to preserve historic and natural resources for the benefit of present and future generations.
The settlement of this lawsuit is great news for hundreds of poultry producers and workers and very bad news for chickens.
