Press Releases
Warner & Kaine Call For Investigations Into Chinese Tire Imports
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, along with 29 other senators, sent a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker supporting the Department's decision to initiate investigations into Chinese tire imports and urging it to act to restore fair trade conditions. The investigations are in response to petitions filed by the United Steelworkers (USW) on behalf of U.S. tire workers, who allege that Chinese tire companies are illegally subsidizing … Continue Reading
September 12, 2014
Kaine Stresses The Importance Of Service At Virginia Volunteerism & Service Conference
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine addressed the annual Virginia Volunteerism and Service Conference in Richmond where he commemorated the twentieth anniversary of AmeriCorps and participated in the organization's National Swearing-in Ceremony. After leading the conference participants in the AmeriCorps pledge, Kaine spoke about the importance of service and the large impact that AmeriCorps members' personal commitment can have on communities. "All of you who are committing to … Continue Reading
September 11, 2014
Kaine Co-Sponsors Bill To Provide On-Campus Advocates For Survivors Of Sexual Assault
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine co-sponsored the Survivor Outreach and Support Campus Act (S.O.S. Campus Act), legislation sponsored by U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer that would require colleges and universities to establish an independent, on-campus advocate to support survivors of sexual assault. The legislation will require every institution of higher education that receives federal funding to designate an independent advocate for campus sexual assault prevention and response. … Continue Reading
September 11, 2014
Kaine Joins More Than 120 Members Of Congress In Filing Supreme Court Brief In Pregnant Worker Discrimination Case
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine joined 126 other members of Congress in filing an amicus curiae brief to the Supreme Court on behalf of Peggy Young. In her case, Young v. UPS, Ms. Young argues that she was discriminated against in the workplace when her employer refused to provide reasonable accommodations to her job that would have allowed her to continue working during her pregnancy, even though similar accommodations were routinely provided to other employees with similar … Continue Reading
September 11, 2014
Kaine Statement On The 13th Anniversary September 11th Attacks
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement today in commemoration of the 13th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001: "Today we honor the memory of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 in Virginia, New York, and Pennsylvania. As we continue to face new challenges around the world, let us remember the American spirit that united us in the wake of 9/11 and the heroic actions of our first responders and servicemembers who continue … Continue Reading
September 10, 2014
Kaine Statement On President Obama's Address On ISIL
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and Chairman of the Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs released the following statement in response to President Obama's address on ISIL: "Tonight President Obama made a strong case for the need to degrade and destroy ISIL. The President has worked to enlist partners, including key allies across the region, in this effort - a partnership that will be … Continue Reading
September 10, 2014
Kaine Introduces Middle STEP Act To Create CTE Pilot Program In Middle Schools
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, co-chair of the Senate Career and Technical Education (CTE) Caucus, today introduced the Middle School Technical Education Program (Middle STEP) Act that would expose middle school students to CTE programs focused on career exploration. The Middle STEP Act would establish a pilot program for middle schools to partner with postsecondary institutions and local businesses to develop and implement career and technical education exploration programs that … Continue Reading
September 09, 2014
Kaine Statement On Transportation Grants For The Port Of Virginia And City Of Richmond
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement today on the Department of Transportation's announcement of a $15 million Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) infrastructure grant to the Virginia Port Authority and a $24.9 million grant to the City of Richmond: "I applaud today's announcement of federal transportation grants for the Port of Virginia and the City of Richmond and commend the Governor for his leadership on this effort. The … Continue Reading
September 09, 2014
VIDEO AND TRANSCRIPT: On Senate Floor, Kaine Calls For Congressional Authorization on Military Action Against ISIL
Mr. President, one month ago, the President initiated an air campaign against ISIL in Iraq. ISIL is a dangerous terrorist organization committing atrocities against thousands of people, including American hostages, and a strong American response to include military action is certainly warranted. In the first month of the air campaign, two explanations for the mission were given by the President. We began with a mission for humanitarian purpose and also the need to protect American embassy … Continue Reading
September 08, 2014
Kaine Statement On Governor’s Healthcare Announcement & Plan To Combat Drug Abuse
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement on Governor Terry McAuliffe's "A Healthy Virginia" plan and initiatives announced by Attorney General Mark Herring to combat drug abuse in the Commonwealth: "I'm pleased Governor McAuliffe will act to expand healthcare services to more than 200,000 Virginians and has answered our call to create a Task Force to Combat Prescription Drug and Heroin Abuse, which will be a critical tool as we address the rapid spread … Continue Reading
September 04, 2014
Kaine CODEL Visits Naval Station Rota, Meets With Virginia Servicemembers
ROTA, SPAIN - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and Chairman of the Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs, visited Naval Station Rota in Rota, Spain. This week, Kaine is leading a Congressional delegation to North Africa and Spain, including Representatives Loretta Sanchez (CA), Congressmen Adam Schiff (CA), Albio Sires (NJ), Juan Vargas (CA) and Pedro Pierluisi (PR). During the visit, the delegation … Continue Reading
September 04, 2014
Virginia, Maryland Senators Praise OPM’s Decision to Allow Federal Employees to Carryover Flexible Spending Account Funds
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, along with Senators Mark Warner, Ben Cardin and Barbara A. Mikulski, who combined represent 13.7 percent of the nation's federal workforce, applauded the recent U.S Office of Personnel Management (OPM) decision to allow federal employees to carryover up to $500 in unspent Flexible Spending Account (FSA) funds from one year to the next. Federal FSA (FSAFED) participants will now be allowed to use unspent funds from the previous year to pay for eligible … Continue Reading
September 03, 2014
In Morocco, Kaine CODEL Meets With Government Officials, Civil Society & Business Leaders
RABAT, MOROCCO - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and Chairman of the Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs, and a Congressional delegation including Representatives Loretta Sanchez (CA), Adam Schiff (CA), Albio Sires (NJ), Juan Vargas (CA) and Pedro Pierluisi (PR) concluded a two-day visit to Morocco. In meetings with Moroccan government officials, Kaine thanked them for the longstanding partnership … Continue Reading
September 03, 2014
Kaine Statement On Murder Of Steven Sotloff
TANGIER, MOROCCO - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near Eastern, South and Central Asian Affairs, released the following statement today. Kaine is leading a Congressional delegation this week to Tunisia, Morocco and Spain: "My prayers go out to the family and friends of Steven Sotloff. His murder was a barbaric act by members of ISIL who yet again proved that what the terrorist group represents has no place in humanity. This tragedy reinforces … Continue Reading
September 01, 2014
Kaine Leads Congressional Delegation To North Africa, Spain
TUNIS, TUNISIA - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and Chairman of the Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near Eastern and South and Central Asian Affairs, concluded a two-day visit to Tunisia. Kaine is leading a Congressional delegation to Tunisia, Morocco and Spain. Delegation members include Representatives Loretta Sanchez (CA), Adam Schiff (CA), Albio Sires (NJ), Juan Vargas (CA) and Pedro Pierluisi (PR). In Tunisia, the delegation met with … Continue Reading
August 28, 2014
Kaine Tours Craney Island, Headlines Hampton Roads Chamber Of Commerce Forum
HAMPTON ROADS, VA - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine capped his two-week tour of the Commonwealth in Hampton Roads. In the morning, Kaine toured the Craney Island dredge fill facility to learn about its current operations, oyster restoration efforts, plans for expansion, and the construction of a new marine terminal on the site that, when complete, will dramatically bolster the container capacity and economic competitiveness of the Port of Virginia. "Expanding Craney Island will be a huge boost … Continue Reading
August 27, 2014
Kaine Visits Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School, Philippine Cultural Center In Virginia Beach
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine continued his two-week tour of the Commonwealth with a visit to the Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School. Newport News Shipbuilding President Matt Mulherin and Newport News Shipbuilding Vice President of Operations Danny Hunley accompanied Kaine on the tour. An institution of Huntington Ingalls Industries, the Apprentice School trains students for careers in shipbuilding. Kaine, who co-chairs the Senate Career and Technical Education … Continue Reading
August 26, 2014
Kaine Visits Louisa County High School In Mineral, Tours Reconstruction Efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine continued his two-week tour of the Commonwealth with a visit to Louisa County High School in Mineral, which is under construction after being severely damaged in a 2011 earthquake. Kaine, who co-chairs the Senate Career and Technical Education (CTE) Caucus, visited classes studying small animal care, turf maintenance, auto mechanics, and culinary arts, and learned about LCHS's dual enrollment programs in partnership with community colleges in … Continue Reading
August 25, 2014
Kaine Continues Tour Of Commonwealth With Visits To Omega Protein And VIMS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine continued his two-week tour of the Commonwealth with stops in Reedville and Gloucester Point. This morning, Kaine toured the Omega Protein Corporation in Reedville. Omega Protein produces nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids, using fish from the Chesapeake Bay. Employing 230 employees in Reedville, Omega Protein's direct economic impact to the region is $88 million per year. In the afternoon, Kaine visited the Virginia Institute of Marine … Continue Reading
August 25, 2014
Kaine Statement On Expanded U.S. Military Operations Against ISIL
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near Eastern, South and Central Asian Affairs, released the following statement today on expanded U.S. military operations against ISIL: "Actions by ISIL over the past several months, including the gruesome murder of an American journalist and threats against others, are barbaric and the work of a callous terrorist organization. I agree that ISIL poses a significant terrorist threat to U.S. … Continue Reading
