Press Releases
“A ban on torture is not simply a matter of policy – it is U.S. law. I will not accept any attempt by this Administration to circumvent that policy, directly or through others."
Warner, Collins Introduce Bill to Authorize Delayed V-A Medical Leases
Congressional and bureaucratic delays have prevented 24 new facilities from being built to serve an estimated 11 million veterans
Jan 25 2017
Congressional and bureaucratic delays have prevented 24 new facilities from being built to serve an estimated 11 million veterans
Warner & Kaine Sponsor Bipartisan Legislation to Permanently Repeal the Global Gag Rule
One day after President Trump reinstated the harmful executive order, 43 bipartisan Senators introduce legislation that supports women’s reproductive rights and international family planning programs
Jan 24 2017
One day after President Trump reinstated the harmful executive order, 43 bipartisan Senators introduce legislation that supports women’s reproductive rights and international family planning programs
SSCI Statement on Inquiry into Russian Intelligence Activities after Committee Meeting Today
Jan 24 2017
"The Committee today agreed to move forward, under terms of reference proposed by Chairman Burr and Vice Chairman Warner, with its inquiry into Russian efforts..."
Sen. Warner Presses Trump Nominee on Federal Workforce
In Budget Committee, Warner questions OMB nominee Mulvaney on morale, recruitment and retention issues
Jan 24 2017
In Budget Committee, Warner questions OMB nominee Mulvaney on morale, recruitment and retention issues
Vice Chairman Warner on Pompeo Confirmation
Jan 23 2017
Sen. Warner issued this statement after the Senate voted 66-32 to confirm Rep. Mike Pompeo as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.
President Obama Signs Warner, Lankford, Booker Bill to Codify Presidential Innovation Fellows Program
The last bill signed by President Obama before leaving office will permanently enshrine program that helps government attract promising technologists to public service
Jan 20 2017
This morning, as one of his final acts as President of the United States, President Barack Obama signed into law bipartisan legislation to codify the Presidential Innovations Fellows program.
Sen. Warner Secures Commitments From Trump Treasury Nominee on Debt Obligations & Housing Finance Reform
Mnuchin clarifies earlier comments on Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac, elaborates views on debt ceiling brinksmanship
Jan 19 2017
Mnuchin clarifies earlier comments on Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac, elaborates views on debt ceiling brinkmanship
Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $3 Million in Funding for Southwest Virginia Economic Development
Jan 19 2017
“These ARC funds will support efforts to build a stronger, more diverse economy in Southwest Virginia.."
Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $3 Million in Funding for Southwest Virginia Economic Development
Jan 19 2017
“These ARC funds will support efforts to build a stronger, more diverse economy in Southwest Virginia.."
The ‘Miners Protection Act’ ensures the promise of lifetime health care and pensions to retired miners and their families
Warner & Kaine Announce Nearly $23 Million to Replace Norfolk Elementary School
U.S. Department of Defense awards grant to the City of Norfolk to replace the Camp Allen Elementary School
Jan 18 2017
U.S. Department of Defense awards grant to the City of Norfolk to replace the Camp Allen Elementary School
Warner, Kaine Call on Trump Cabinet Nominees to Prioritize Funding for Memorial Bridge
Eighty-four-year-old Memorial Bridge in such disrepair that weight limits will force Inauguration personnel to use alternate routes
Jan 17 2017
Eighty-four-year-old Memorial Bridge in such disrepair that weight limits will force Inauguration personnel to use alternate routes
Warner, Kaine Announce Nearly $2 Million to Improve Metro Safety
Following October’s near miss, tracking technology will alert system workers of an oncoming train, allowing them to evacuate to safety
Jan 17 2017
Following October’s near miss, tracking technology will alert system workers of an oncoming train, allowing them to evacuate to safety
Sen. Warner on the Passing of Charlie Wampler
Jan 16 2017
"Few people gave more of themselves to the community and civic life of the Shenandoah Valley than Charlie Wampler..."
Statement on Prescription Drug Prices
Jan 16 2017
"I believe allowing the government to negotiate prices with pharmaceutical companies under Medicare Part D – like many other countries already do – is one specific action we can take now to lower drug prices across the entire healthcare system."
“This issue impacts the foundations of our democratic system, it’s that important."
Senate voted to proceed with the repeal of the Affordable Care Act without a viable replacement
Sen. Warner Questions Wells Fargo On Overdraft Fees
Asks company if increased income from overdraft fees was tied to Wells Fargo’s fraudulent accounts, including 41,000 opened in Virginia
Jan 11 2017
Asks company if increased income from overdraft fees was tied to Wells Fargo’s fraudulent accounts, including 41,000 opened in Virginia
Sen. Warner Presses WMATA on Security & Reliability of Online Communication Systems
Questions Metro on three areas of cybersecurity, wireless deployment, and radio interoperability
Jan 09 2017
Questions Metro on three areas of cybersecurity, wireless deployment, and radio interoperability
Warner & Kaine Call on Speaker Ryan to Stop Partisan Attacks on Women’s Health Care Access
Senators make clear in new letter to Speaker Ryan they are prepared to fight back to protect “wellbeing and lives” of millions of women, men, and families nationwide that rely on Planned Parenthood
Jan 09 2017
Senators remind Speaker Ryan that President-elect Trump praised Planned Parenthood as doing “very good work for millions of women” and that families “overwhelmingly” support its work
"I know he shares a deep respect for our intelligence professionals as well as an understanding of the important oversight role provided by Congress, and his perspective as a former ambassador to Germany gives him a realistic understanding of Russia’s history of nefarious activities."
“Today’s report is well in line with previous assessments from the intelligence community that Russian officials at the highest levels engaged in an unprecedented level of interference in our elections."
Sen. Warner issued a statement today on the U.S. Army’s announcement of a policy change that will grant a permanent exemption to Sikh and Muslim military service members to serve while wearing a religiously mandated beard, turban, or Muslim hijab.
Moderate Senate Democrats to Republican Leadership: Why the Rush to Repeal?
Urging Republicans to consider improvements before causing irreparable damage through outright repeal, Senators highlight their past support for commonsense changes and improvements
Jan 05 2017
Sens. urged Republicans to consider improvements before causing irreparable damage through outright repeal, and highlighted their past support for commonsense changes and improvements.
