Press Releases
Warner, Kaine Statement on McConnell COVID-19 Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine released the following statement today before voting against moving forward on Senator McConnell's latest attempt to pass a "skinny" COVID-19 relief bill: "We're not going to vote for a half-baked relief bill, pat ourselves on the back, and call it a day while families are left out in the lurch. The two of us are ready to vote for meaningful relief for small businesses and struggling families but not for something that deprives … Continue Reading
September 10, 2020
Warner, Kaine Statement on Confirmation of Thomas Cullen as Western District Court Judge
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine released the following statement today upon the Senate voting to confirm Thomas Cullen as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia: "We're pleased to see the Senate confirm Thomas Cullen to this judgeship. We're impressed with his record of prosecuting white supremacists in Charlottesville, and we believe he will serve the Western District well." Mr. Cullen has served as the United States Attorney … Continue Reading
September 08, 2020
Cardin, Van Hollen, Warner, Kaine Express Outrage at Report of Ongoing, Toxic Workplace Culture at Metrorail
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen (both D-Md.) and U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-Va.) issued the following joint response to The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission Safety Audit of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). This was the first audit of the safety commission since it was established in 2017, two years after the death of Carol Glover in a smoke-filled Yellow Line train. "We are appalled and disappointed by the … Continue Reading
September 08, 2020
Warner & Kaine Announce More Than $2.8 Million for Virginia Highlands Airport
WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) today announced $2,888,888 in federal funding from the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) to extend a runway at the Virginia Highlands Airport in Abingdon, VA. The funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) was authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). A portion of this funding comes from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act supported by Sens. Warner and … Continue Reading
September 03, 2020
Kaine Urges State Department to Insist On Safety & Fair Trial for Paul Rusesabagina
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee On Africa And Global Health Policy, sent a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo calling for the State Department to communicate with the Government of Rwanda to ensure the safety and fair treatment of Paul Rusesabagina. This past week, Rwandan officials arrested Rusesabagina-the inspiration for the 2004 film Hotel Rwanda-for various charges his family has denied. Rusesabagina has … Continue Reading
September 03, 2020
Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $1 Million in Federal Funding for Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements in Pulaski
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine announced $1,250,000 in federal funding from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to update the Town of Pulaski's wastewater treatment facility and construct a pump station. "We are glad to know that these federal dollars will be put to use in Pulaski to update their wastewater infrastructure and strengthen the local economy," said the Senators. In addition to the facility improvements, this funding will help … Continue Reading
September 02, 2020
Warner & Kaine Applaud More Than $5.3 Million for Airports in Roanoke Region
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $5,354,487 in federal funding to provide economic relief to the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport and the Virginia Tech Montgomery Executive Airport. The funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) was authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). A portion of this funding comes from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act supported by Sens. Warner and Kaine. "We … Continue Reading
September 01, 2020
Warner, Kaine Announce More Than $500,000 to Reduce Violence Against Women in Norfolk and Richmond
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine applauded $543,619 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Justice's (DOJ) Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) to reduce domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual assault in Norfolk and Richmond. "Unfortunately, in today's society, there's so much more we must do to combat violence against women, especially on our college campuses," said the Senators. "Boosting the capacity for higher education … Continue Reading
September 01, 2020
Warner & Kaine Announce More Than $1.4 Million in Funding For Land Conservation in Virginia
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $1,487,500 in federal funding from the National Park Service (NPS)'s Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to preserve and protect public land in Virginia. "The LWCF grant awards for Springdale Regional Park and John J. Radcliffe Conservation Area will preserve and protect Virginia's rich history and beautiful landscapes." said the Senators. "Communities across the Commonwealth will be able to continue caring … Continue Reading
August 31, 2020
Warner, Kaine Applaud $9 Million to Provide Broadband Service in Scott County
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine applauded $9,000,000 in federal funding to expand broadband infrastructure and service in rural communities in Virginia. The funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) was awarded through the ReConnect Program. The funding will be used to install a fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) network that will connect 7,496 people, 416 farms, 97 businesses, a fire station, a town hall, and two educational facilities to high-speed … Continue Reading
August 27, 2020
As the School Year Begins, Warner & Kaine Call On FCC to Bolster Lifeline Program to Keep Students Connected
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine joined Senator Richard Blumenthal and 23 of their colleagues in calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to boost its Lifeline program to keep students connected as millions return to school both virtually and in person. Since 1985, the FCC's Lifeline program has made basic internet and telephone service more affordable for low-income Americans and has had bipartisan support. The senators strongly criticized the … Continue Reading
August 26, 2020
Warner & Kaine Announce more than $4.1 Million in Funding for Virginia Health Centers
WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) announced $4,138,947 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to help support health centers across the Commonwealth as they continue battling the COVID-19 crisis. "We're thrilled to announce that these federal dollars will go towards supporting Virginia's health centers as they continue to provide essential care during this pandemic," said the Senators. The funding for health … Continue Reading
August 25, 2020
Warner & Kaine Announce $1.6 Million in Federal Funds for Planning District Commissions
WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) today announced $1,600,000 in federal funds for planning district commissions in Virginia to support redevelopment and revitalization in order to diversify and strengthen regional economies. The funding was authorized by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act supported by Sens. Warner and Kaine. "We're pleased to announce this critical funding which … Continue Reading
August 23, 2020
Kaine Statement On John Hager
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement today upon the passing of former Virginia Lieutenant Governor John Hager: "John Hager served his city, Commonwealth, and country well. He inspired me. I'm proud to call him a friend, and Anne and I are thinking about Maggie and his wonderful family." … Continue Reading
August 21, 2020
Warner & Kaine Urge an Immediate Halt to USCIS Plans to Furlough more than 750 Virginia Employees
~ Furloughs would wreak havoc on the livelihood of Virginia families and delay the processing of essential petitions and applications ~ WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) expressed deep concern with plans by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to furlough more than 13,000 employees, including more than 750 in Virginia. In a letter, the Senators urged USCIS Acting Director Joseph Edlow to continue to pay its employees and immediately halt the … Continue Reading
August 18, 2020
Warner & Kaine Urge Virginia Registrars to Ensure All Virginians Can Access their Right to Vote
~ Letter follows controversial changes to the Postal Service that could affect mail-in voting ~ WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) urged Virginia's election registrars to do everything in their power to ensure that all Virginians can access their right to vote amid controversial reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) and the ongoing public health emergency. In a letter, the Senators strongly encouraged the Commonwealth's 133 registrars to take … Continue Reading
August 17, 2020
Warner & Kaine Demand Answers From Postmaster General On Mail Service Delays
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine joined Senator Gary Peters, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and the entire Senate Democratic caucus to demand answers from Postmaster General Louis DeJoy on significant operational changes he directed that have caused serious delays for postal customers in Virginia and across the country. In a letter, the Senators called on DeJoy to testify before Congress and provide clear, … Continue Reading
August 13, 2020
Va. Sens., Reps. Urge USDA to Ensure that Virginia Children Have Access to Meals During COVID-19
WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA), along with U.S. Reps. Robert Wittman (R-VA), Gerry Connolly (D-VA), Don Beyer (D-VA), A. Donald McEachin (D-VA), Elaine Luria (D-VA), and Jennifer Wexton (D-VA), sent a letter to ensure that children in Virginia have access to healthy foods during the COVID-19 pandemic, when they may be participating in distance learning from home and therefore unable to easily access school-provided breakfast and lunch. In a letter to USDA … Continue Reading
August 13, 2020
Kaine Statement On Diplomatic Deal Between Israel And United Arab Emirates
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement after Israel and the United Arab Emirates reached a deal that will lead to normalization of diplomatic relations and suspend Israel's annexation of Palestinian territory: "I applaud the normalization of relations between Israel and the UAE, two valued U.S. allies. I appreciate the work of the Trump Administration on this accord. And I am so relieved that, as … Continue Reading
August 12, 2020
Warner & Kaine Join Colleagues in Urging USPS to Fix Delays and Avoid Cost Increases for Election Mail
Letter follows reports that USPS indicated to state election officials it will depart from long-standing practice of prioritizing election mail, delaying delivery times unless states pay more WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine joined Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Rules Committee, Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Tom Carper (D-DE), and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer … Continue Reading
