Memphis Standard

In 2023, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) demonstrated her commitment to serving the needs of her constituents and advancing key legislative priorities in Tennessee. Throughout the year, Senator Blackburn worked tirelessly to address the concerns of Tennesseans and make a positive impact in the Volunteer State.

One of Senator Blackburn's primary responsibilities is to assist constituents with various issues they may face. In 2023, her office successfully completed over 4,800 casework issues on behalf of constituents. Additionally, she provided assistance to over 100 individuals, families, and groups in Israel, showcasing her dedication to global outreach.

Accessibility and communication were also top priorities for Senator Blackburn. She answered over 20,000 calls from concerned citizens and responded to over 290,000 mail requests. Furthermore, Senator Blackburn reached out to over 225,000 Tennesseans through tele-town halls held across West, Middle, and East Tennessee, ensuring that she was accessible to her constituents throughout the entire state.

To address important legislative issues, Senator Blackburn worked across the aisle to achieve significant accomplishments. One of her major achievements was the Senate passage of the bipartisan REPORT Act, aimed at cracking down on online child sexual exploitation. Senator Blackburn's efforts also focused on reducing the U.S. reliance on Communist China for critical semiconductor manufacturing, resulting in the Senate's passage of the Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act.

The protection of children online was another key concern for Senator Blackburn. She played a pivotal role in the Commerce Committee's passage of the widely-supported, bipartisan Kids Online Safety Act. Additionally, she worked on the Finance Committee's passage of bipartisan legislation that aimed to cut prescription drug costs for seniors at the pharmacy counter, prioritizing patients over profit-driven pharmacy middlemen.

Senator Blackburn was also vocal on foreign policy matters. She successfully led the Senate in unanimously passing a call to action for President Biden to permanently freeze the $6 billion ransom payment to Iran. Furthermore, she spearheaded the Senate's unanimous passage of a bipartisan resolution condemning antisemitism on college campuses, reaffirming the United States' commitment to combating hate and discrimination.

In terms of international relations, Senator Blackburn worked to strengthen economic ties between the United States and Israel. Her bipartisan resolution supporting trade and investment between the two countries was approved by the Senate, highlighting her dedication to fostering strong alliances.

Furthermore, Senator Blackburn demonstrated her commitment to national security by halting federal funds for drones produced in countries such as China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Venezuela, and Cuba. This bipartisan measure passed in the Senate, highlighting Senator Blackburn's dedication to protecting American interests.

Lastly, Senator Blackburn championed the support of female veterans. She successfully included a bipartisan measure in the Senate-passed version of the annual national defense bill, allocating $10 million towards mobile mammography services for female veterans, ensuring that they receive the necessary healthcare they deserve.

As Senator Blackburn continues her work in 2024, Tennesseans can stay informed by subscribing to the Blackburn Report and tuning in to new episodes of Unmuted with Marsha. Her commitment to serving the needs of her constituents and advancing important legislative priorities remains unwavering.

To learn more, click on this link: https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/2023/12/2023-year-in-review-blackburn-champions-more-tennessee-priorities-in-u-s-senate