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Average cost of college went up for students in Shelby County in 2022-23 school year

By Memphis Standard | Sep 26, 2024

College tuition fees rose 1.4% in Shelby County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Senator Blackburn urges Schumer to bring SAVE Act vote

By Memphis Standard | Sep 26, 2024

On September 26, 2024, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) addressed the Senate floor, urging Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to bring the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act to a vote. This legislation aims to secure U.S. elections by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration nationwide.

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Bill introduced in Senate aims at blocking funds for school buses tied to CCP

By Memphis Standard | Sep 25, 2024

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) have introduced the Secure School Buses Act. This bill aims to prevent school bus manufacturers with ties to foreign entities, including the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), from receiving federal funding.

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Senate passes resolution designating October as National Country Music Month

By Memphis Standard | Sep 25, 2024

The U.S. Senate has passed a resolution designating October as "National Country Music Month," introduced by Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.). This resolution aims to honor the contributions of country music to American culture and encourages citizens to observe the month with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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Senator Blackburn seeks answers from Big Tech over 'Active Listening' software

By Memphis Standard | Sep 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has sent letters to the leadership of Cox Media Group and its clients, Google and Meta, following reports that Cox Media Group admitted to using "Active Listening" software to monitor users' smartphone conversations.

Senator Blackburn discusses fentanyl crisis with Tennessee mother

By Memphis Standard | Sep 23, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has released a video in which she discusses the fentanyl epidemic with Kathy, a mother from Middle Tennessee who lost her 17-year-old son, Vaughn-Thomas, to a fentanyl-laced pill.

Senators introduce bill demanding more accountability from Veterans Affairs

By Memphis Standard | Sep 23, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has joined Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and 12 other Senate colleagues in introducing the Protecting Regular Order (PRO) for Veterans Act. This legislation aims to hold the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) accountable for a nearly $3 billion budget shortfall in the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) and a projected $12 billion shortfall in Fiscal Year 2025 for VA medical care.

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Memphis Standard area weekly mass times

By Memphis Standard | Sep 21, 2024

The following parishes in the Memphis Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senators condemn Palestinian resolution targeting Israel at UN

By Memphis Standard | Sep 20, 2024

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), and 27 of their Republican colleagues issued a joint statement in response to the Palestinian Mission to the United Nations submitting a resolution ahead of the UN General Assembly that targets Israel.

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84.1% of college applicants to Shelby County's 25 universities were admitted for fall 2022

By Memphis Standard | Sep 19, 2024

Shelby County's 25 universities admitted an estimated 84.1% of applicants for fall 2022, a decrease from the previous year.

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Senators introduce bill addressing prison staff safety from sexual misconduct

By Memphis Standard | Sep 18, 2024

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) have introduced the Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act to address sexual assault and harassment of Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) employees by inmates.

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Senators commend committee for passing Kids Online Safety Act

By Memphis Standard | Sep 18, 2024

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) have issued a statement following the House Energy and Commerce Committee's approval of the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA).

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Blackburn criticizes Instagram's timing on child safety changes

By Memphis Standard | Sep 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released a statement in response to Instagram's announcement of new child safety changes, which came ahead of the House Energy and Commerce Committee's markup of the Kids Online Safety Act.

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Senate Democrats block effort to establish “American Girls in Sports Day

By Memphis Standard | Sep 17, 2024

On September 17, 2024, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) addressed the Senate floor, advocating for the designation of October 10 as “American Girls in Sports Day.” Senate Democrats blocked the resolution, aligning with the Biden-Harris administration’s policy allowing biological males to compete in women’s sports by altering Title IX provisions. According to a survey, nearly 70% of Americans believe athletes should compete on teams corresponding with their birth-assigned sex.

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Senator Blackburn addresses impacts of open-border policies on Tennessee

By Memphis Standard | Sep 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released a video discussing the impacts of border policies on Tennessee communities. She criticized the Biden-Harris administration's approach to immigration, citing an increase in human and drug trafficking activities.

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New poll shows strong bipartisan backing for Kids Online Safety Act

By Memphis Standard | Sep 16, 2024

A recent poll indicates significant public support for the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act, co-sponsored by U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.). The survey, conducted by Issue One’s Council for Responsible Social Media, ParentsSOS, and Fairplay, reveals that 86 percent of U.S. voters favor the act. Support spans across political affiliations with 87 percent of Republicans, 88 percent of Democrats, and 82 percent of independents endorsing the legislation. Additionally, 76 percent of Republican voters are more inclined to vote for...

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Senator Blackburn advocates for Kids Online Safety Act following teen’s death

By Memphis Standard | Sep 16, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has released a video emphasizing the urgent need to pass the bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). The video features Kathy, a mother from Middle Tennessee, who shares the tragic story of her 17-year-old son, Vaughn-Thomas.

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Blackburn urges enhanced protection for Trump after second assassination attempt

By Memphis Standard | Sep 16, 2024

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has formally requested that the U.S. Secret Service provide former President Trump with protection equivalent to that afforded to a sitting president, following two assassination attempts within a span of two months.

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Memphis Standard area weekly mass times

By Memphis Standard | Sep 14, 2024

The following parishes in the Memphis Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senator Blackburn criticizes release of violent offenders without bail

By Memphis Standard | Sep 12, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released a video addressing the impact of releasing violent criminals without bail on public safety in cities across the country.