U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn, Sheldon Whitehouse, Lisa Murkowski, and Mark Warner have taken a bipartisan initiative urging the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to extend telehealth flexibilities that were introduced during the COVID-19...
There were nine companies in cities associated with Shelby County that received FDA citations as a result of nine inspections conducted in the county throughout 2023, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
U.S. Senators, led by Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee and John Thune of South Dakota, have expressed concerns over Vice President Kamala Harris's handling of federal broadband initiatives.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn from Tennessee has released a video in recognition of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In her message, she encourages women to undergo their annual mammogram screenings. The senator highlights the statistic that one in eight women will face a breast cancer diagnosis during their lifetime, emphasizing the importance of regular checkups.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) has issued a memo countering criticisms from tech companies regarding the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). The bill, which passed the Senate with a 91-3 vote, aims to enhance online privacy and safety for children. However, it faces challenges in the House.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn visited Northeast Tennessee to assess the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. During her visit, she toured affected areas such as Washington and Greene counties, including the Highway 107 Kinser Bridge site. In Greene County, Blackburn met with local leaders, including County Mayor Kevin Morrison and EMA Director Heather Sipe.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn and U.S. Representative John Rose, along with the entire Tennessee Congressional Delegation, have called for urgent disaster relief for Tennessee farmers affected by Hurricane Helene. The delegation has sent a letter to U.S. House and Senate leaders urging them to provide meaningful assistance in the coming weeks.
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty, both representing Tennessee, have raised concerns with U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland regarding the Department of Justice's handling of cases involving illegal aliens registering to vote in federal elections. In a letter addressed to Garland, the senators expressed their worries about non-citizens participating in elections and criticized the DOJ for not responding to an inquiry sent on July 12, 2024.
The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) has been the subject of scrutiny and misinformation, particularly from major technology companies. A recent statement seeks to clarify several aspects of the bill, emphasizing that it does not infringe on free speech or expand governmental powers.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn recently met with local and state officials to discuss ongoing repair efforts following the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene. The meeting took place in Washington County, where Senator Blackburn was joined by Governor Bill Lee and Deputy Governor and Commissioner of Transportation for Tennessee Butch Eley. They spoke with families affected by the hurricane, which resulted in significant loss of life, homes, and businesses.
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Michael Bennet have introduced a bipartisan bill named the Child Care for American Families Act. The legislation aims to enhance the employer-provided child care tax credit, offering more support to small and rural businesses.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn has raised concerns regarding the U.S. Department of State's allocation of funds towards Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. In a letter addressed to Secretary Antony Blinken, Blackburn questioned the department's use of taxpayer money to pay DEI employees instead of focusing on promoting U.S. security overseas.
U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Tammy Duckworth have introduced the Choices for Increased Mobility Act, aiming to enhance access to advanced wheelchairs for Medicare beneficiaries. The proposed legislation seeks to allow these individuals to upgrade to lighter, more functional wheelchairs without shouldering the entire upfront cost.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn has released a video highlighting October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In her message, she urged the Senate to pass bipartisan legislation aimed at enhancing protection for women nationwide against domestic violence by the end of the year.