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April 29, 2021 Senators Gillibrand, Grassley, Ernst, Blumenthal, Cruz, Shaheen, Kelly And Military Sexual Assault Advocates Introduce New, Bipartisan Military Justice Improvement And Increasing Prevention Act Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 28, 2021 Gallagher, Wittman, Wicker, Kaine, Collins, King, Shaheen Introduce SHIPYARD Act Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 28, 2021 Shaheen & Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduce SHIPYARD Act to Support National Defense Infrastructure Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 27, 2021 In Afghanistan Hearing, Shaheen Shares Brutal History of Taliban's Violence Against Women & Warns of Dire Consequences with Swift U.S. Withdrawal Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 27, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Feinstein, Durbin, Colleagues Urge President Biden to Issue Updated Presidential Determination With an Increased Refugee Admissions Target Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 25, 2021 Senators Hassan, Sasse Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Secure Critical Infrastructure Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 23, 2021 Shaheen, Wicker Reintroduce Bill to Hold Russia Accountable for its Religious Freedom Violations in Ukraine Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 23, 2021 ICYMI: Shaheen Statement on Committee Passage of Ukraine Security Partnership Act Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 23, 2021 Shaheen Statement on Committee Passage of Ukraine Security Partnership Act Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 22, 2021 Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Introduced by Senators Hassan & Tillis to Honor Veterans Service Organizations for Supporting Veterans Amid COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 22, 2021 Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Representatives Chris Pappas (NH-01) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) today introduced bipartisan legislation that would help states implement "Green Alert" systems to locate at-risk veterans when they go missing so that they can receive appropriate care, similar to the AMBER Alert system for children or Silver Alert system for older Americans. "After returning home from protecting our nation and working to keep Americans safe, secure, and free, far too many veterans struggle with mental health concerns," said Senator Hassan. "The National Green Alert Act would help states to set up a system to quickly locate at-risk veterans who go missing. This is an important step in upholding our commitment to providing veterans with the support that they have earned and deserve after all that they have sacrificed for our country." "As a combat veteran, I know firsthand the challenges and hardships many of our veterans experience when they return home from serving our country," said Senator Ernst. "We owe it to these heroes to make sure they have the support and care they deserve. I'm hopeful that our bipartisan legislation, which will create an alert system to quickly help locate veterans who tragically go missing, will go a long way to protect those in crisis." "It is our collective responsibility to support our veterans, especially those who may be struggling with depression or PTSD from their time in service," said Representative Pappas, who serves as Chair of the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee for the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. "This legislation will support states' abilities to create effective Green Alert systems to alert the public and greatly improve an at-risk veteran's chances of returning home safely. I am proud to help introduce this bipartisan and bicameral legislation which furthers our collective goal of protecting the men and women who have worn our country's uniform." "We are all familiar with AMBER and Silver Alerts and how effective they are, and it makes sense to have a system to help locate at-risk veterans during a time of need," said Representative Miller-Meeks. "Making sure that our veterans receive the care they need is one of my top priorities as a Member of Congress. I am proud to join in introducing this reasonable and bipartisan legislation to better serve our veterans." The bipartisan National Green Alert Act would establish a commission with members from the Departments of Justice, Transportation, Veterans Affairs, and Health and Human Services, as well as state and local officials and veterans. The Commission would work to develop best practices and provide technical assistance to states to establish a Green Alert system that would be used to alert law enforcement and the public in the event of a veteran's disappearance. Additionally, the Commission would provide a report to Congress after two years of enactment on recommendations for any appropriate additional actions to support states as they develop Green Alert systems. See bill text HERE. Senator Hassan is working to ensure that veterans in New Hampshire and across the country have access to the resources and services that they need and have earned. The American Rescue Plan that Senator Hassan helped pass into law strengthens veterans' health care services, including to support mental health and telehealth, and also includes significant funding for job training to help veterans get good-paying jobs. Senator Hassan also helped secure key priorities for Granite State veterans in the bipartisan veterans package that was signed into law earlier this year, including the Deborah Sampson Act, which Senator Hassan joined in introducing to eliminate barriers to care and services that many women veterans face. The bipartisan package also included a number of other measures cosponsored by Senator Hassan, including supporting veterans experiencing homelessness, helping veterans safely dispose of unwanted medication, and helping address the high rate of unemployment among veterans as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, last year Senator Hassan cosponsored bipartisan legislation, which is now law, to improve veterans' access to mental health care in New Hampshire and across the country. Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 22, 2021 American Legion: Senate praises American Legion, other VSOs for pandemic efforts Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 22, 2021 Shaheen, Johnson, Risch Introduce Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Full Implementation of Georgia's April 19th Agreement to Strengthen its Democracy Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 22, 2021 Johnson, Shaheen, Risch Introduce Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Full Implementation of Georgia's April 19th Agreement to Strengthen its Democracy Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 22, 2021 Senators Hassan & Ernst, Representative Pappas & Miller-Meeks Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support "Green Alert" Systems to Help Locate At-Risk Missing Veterans Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 21, 2021 Lankford, Collins, Hassan, Bennet Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 21, 2021 Collins, Hassan, Lankford, Bennet Introduce Legislation to Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 21, 2021 Historic Bipartisan Legislation to Counter China's Growing Influence Clears Senate Foreign Relations Committee with Shaheen Amendments Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 21, 2021 Collins, Hassan, Lankford, Bennet Introduce Legislation to Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 21, 2021 Collins, Hassan, Lankford, Bennet Introduce Legislation to Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 21, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Over 100 Bipartisan Members Urge President Biden to Recognize Armenian Genocide Rep. Chris Pappas, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Revealing Report, Ernst, Pappas, Hassan, and Hinson Take Action to Crack Down on Sexual Harassment at VA Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 20, 2021 Congresswoman Escobar Joins Speier, Strickland, and Shaheen to Lead Bicameral Comprehensive Bill to Ensure Quality Reproductive Care for Military Families Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 20, 2021 Rubio, Hassan Reintroduce Legislation Prioritizing Veterans' Employment and Education Program at the VA Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 20, 2021 Rubio, Hassan Reintroduce Legislation Prioritizing Veterans' Employment and Education Program at the VA Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 20, 2021 Strickland, Speier, Escobar, Shaheen Lead Bicameral Comprehensive Bill to Ensure Quality Reproductive Care for Military Families Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Pappas Advocacy, Administration Increases Seasonal Visas, But More Action Is Needed Rep. Chris Pappas
April 20, 2021 Letter to Secretary of State Blinken - Rubio, Risch, Menendez, Shaheen: U.S. Must Hold Assad Accountable for Illegal Use of Chemical Weapons Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 20, 2021 Johnson, Shaheen Applaud New Agreement in Georgia to Address Political Standoff and Support Georgia's Democracy Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 19, 2021 Senator Hassan Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Health Care Access to National Guard and Reserve Retirees Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 19, 2021 Shaheen & Tillis Reaffirm Senate's Bipartisan Commitment to NATO, Announce They'll Continue to Lead Senate NATO Observer Group Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 18, 2021 Shaheen, Rounds Reintroduce Bill to Help Service Members & Their Families Exposed to PFAS Contamination Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 16, 2021 Thune, Hassan Introduce Bills to Bolster the United States' Leadership in Quantum Information Science Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 16, 2021 Shaheen Helps Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Any President From Leaving NATO Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 15, 2021 Van Hollen, Menendez, Colleagues Introduce Comprehensive International Climate Change Legislation Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 15, 2021 Shaheen Statement on Biden Executive Order Imposing New Russian Sanctions Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 13, 2021 Shaheen Statement on Withdrawal of U.S. Troops from Afghanistan Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 13, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Risch, Cornyn, Colleagues Ask Biden to Fund Initiatives to Increase U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 13, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tillis, Colleagues Urge Biden to Fund Initiatives to Increase U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senator Hassan, Bipartisan Group of Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Fully Fund Measure to Help United States Out-Compete China by Increasing Domestic Semiconductor Production Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tonko, Schumer, Gillibrand, Katko Call on Biden Administration to Invest in U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 ICYMI -- In CNN Interview, Shaheen Reiterates Urgent Need for U.S. to Prioritize Women's Rights Amid Peace Talks in Afghanistan Sen. Cynthia Shaheen
April 12, 2021 Letter to President Joseph Biden - Cotton, Colleagues Ask President Biden to Support Funding for Increased U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 Senator Hassan Statement on President Biden's Nominations for Top Cybersecurity Roles Sen. Maggie Hassan
April 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Shaheen & Johnson Call for International Response to Kremlin's Mistreatment of Navalny Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 8, 2021 Shaheen, Hassan & Kuster Applaud $2.7 Million Grant to Strengthen Flood Control Infrastructure in Plymouth Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 8, 2021 Shaheen, Hassan & Kuster Applaud $2.7 Million Grant to Strengthen Flood Control Infrastructure in Plymouth Sen. Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 7, 2021 ICYMI: Shaheen, Hassan & Pappas Meet with Acting Navy Secretary Harker for Visit to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Rep. Chris Pappas, ...
April 1, 2021 Letter to President Biden - Baldwin, Shaheen Call on President Biden to Make Women's Inclusion in Afghan Peace Negotiations a Foreign Policy Priority Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
March 18, 2021 House Passes the American Dream and Promise Act of 2021 Rep. Chris Pappas
Date Title Politician
April 29, 2021 Senators Gillibrand, Grassley, Ernst, Blumenthal, Cruz, Shaheen, Kelly And Military Sexual Assault Advocates Introduce New, Bipartisan Military Justice Improvement And Increasing Prevention Act Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 28, 2021 Gallagher, Wittman, Wicker, Kaine, Collins, King, Shaheen Introduce SHIPYARD Act Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 28, 2021 Shaheen & Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduce SHIPYARD Act to Support National Defense Infrastructure Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 27, 2021 In Afghanistan Hearing, Shaheen Shares Brutal History of Taliban's Violence Against Women & Warns of Dire Consequences with Swift U.S. Withdrawal Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 27, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Feinstein, Durbin, Colleagues Urge President Biden to Issue Updated Presidential Determination With an Increased Refugee Admissions Target Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 25, 2021 Senators Hassan, Sasse Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Secure Critical Infrastructure Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 23, 2021 Shaheen, Wicker Reintroduce Bill to Hold Russia Accountable for its Religious Freedom Violations in Ukraine Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 23, 2021 ICYMI: Shaheen Statement on Committee Passage of Ukraine Security Partnership Act Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 23, 2021 Shaheen Statement on Committee Passage of Ukraine Security Partnership Act Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 22, 2021 Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Introduced by Senators Hassan & Tillis to Honor Veterans Service Organizations for Supporting Veterans Amid COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 22, 2021 Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Representatives Chris Pappas (NH-01) and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) today introduced bipartisan legislation that would help states implement "Green Alert" systems to locate at-risk veterans when they go missing so that they can receive appropriate care, similar to the AMBER Alert system for children or Silver Alert system for older Americans. "After returning home from protecting our nation and working to keep Americans safe, secure, and free, far too many veterans struggle with mental health concerns," said Senator Hassan. "The National Green Alert Act would help states to set up a system to quickly locate at-risk veterans who go missing. This is an important step in upholding our commitment to providing veterans with the support that they have earned and deserve after all that they have sacrificed for our country." "As a combat veteran, I know firsthand the challenges and hardships many of our veterans experience when they return home from serving our country," said Senator Ernst. "We owe it to these heroes to make sure they have the support and care they deserve. I'm hopeful that our bipartisan legislation, which will create an alert system to quickly help locate veterans who tragically go missing, will go a long way to protect those in crisis." "It is our collective responsibility to support our veterans, especially those who may be struggling with depression or PTSD from their time in service," said Representative Pappas, who serves as Chair of the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee for the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. "This legislation will support states' abilities to create effective Green Alert systems to alert the public and greatly improve an at-risk veteran's chances of returning home safely. I am proud to help introduce this bipartisan and bicameral legislation which furthers our collective goal of protecting the men and women who have worn our country's uniform." "We are all familiar with AMBER and Silver Alerts and how effective they are, and it makes sense to have a system to help locate at-risk veterans during a time of need," said Representative Miller-Meeks. "Making sure that our veterans receive the care they need is one of my top priorities as a Member of Congress. I am proud to join in introducing this reasonable and bipartisan legislation to better serve our veterans." The bipartisan National Green Alert Act would establish a commission with members from the Departments of Justice, Transportation, Veterans Affairs, and Health and Human Services, as well as state and local officials and veterans. The Commission would work to develop best practices and provide technical assistance to states to establish a Green Alert system that would be used to alert law enforcement and the public in the event of a veteran's disappearance. Additionally, the Commission would provide a report to Congress after two years of enactment on recommendations for any appropriate additional actions to support states as they develop Green Alert systems. See bill text HERE. Senator Hassan is working to ensure that veterans in New Hampshire and across the country have access to the resources and services that they need and have earned. The American Rescue Plan that Senator Hassan helped pass into law strengthens veterans' health care services, including to support mental health and telehealth, and also includes significant funding for job training to help veterans get good-paying jobs. Senator Hassan also helped secure key priorities for Granite State veterans in the bipartisan veterans package that was signed into law earlier this year, including the Deborah Sampson Act, which Senator Hassan joined in introducing to eliminate barriers to care and services that many women veterans face. The bipartisan package also included a number of other measures cosponsored by Senator Hassan, including supporting veterans experiencing homelessness, helping veterans safely dispose of unwanted medication, and helping address the high rate of unemployment among veterans as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, last year Senator Hassan cosponsored bipartisan legislation, which is now law, to improve veterans' access to mental health care in New Hampshire and across the country. Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 22, 2021 American Legion: Senate praises American Legion, other VSOs for pandemic efforts Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 22, 2021 Shaheen, Johnson, Risch Introduce Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Full Implementation of Georgia's April 19th Agreement to Strengthen its Democracy Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 22, 2021 Johnson, Shaheen, Risch Introduce Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Full Implementation of Georgia's April 19th Agreement to Strengthen its Democracy Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 22, 2021 Senators Hassan & Ernst, Representative Pappas & Miller-Meeks Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support "Green Alert" Systems to Help Locate At-Risk Missing Veterans Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 21, 2021 Lankford, Collins, Hassan, Bennet Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 21, 2021 Collins, Hassan, Lankford, Bennet Introduce Legislation to Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 21, 2021 Historic Bipartisan Legislation to Counter China's Growing Influence Clears Senate Foreign Relations Committee with Shaheen Amendments Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 21, 2021 Collins, Hassan, Lankford, Bennet Introduce Legislation to Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 21, 2021 Collins, Hassan, Lankford, Bennet Introduce Legislation to Help Military Families Save for Retirement Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 21, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Over 100 Bipartisan Members Urge President Biden to Recognize Armenian Genocide Rep.Chris Pappas, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Revealing Report, Ernst, Pappas, Hassan, and Hinson Take Action to Crack Down on Sexual Harassment at VA Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 20, 2021 Congresswoman Escobar Joins Speier, Strickland, and Shaheen to Lead Bicameral Comprehensive Bill to Ensure Quality Reproductive Care for Military Families Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 20, 2021 Rubio, Hassan Reintroduce Legislation Prioritizing Veterans' Employment and Education Program at the VA Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 20, 2021 Rubio, Hassan Reintroduce Legislation Prioritizing Veterans' Employment and Education Program at the VA Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 20, 2021 Strickland, Speier, Escobar, Shaheen Lead Bicameral Comprehensive Bill to Ensure Quality Reproductive Care for Military Families Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 20, 2021 Following Pappas Advocacy, Administration Increases Seasonal Visas, But More Action Is Needed Rep.Chris Pappas
April 20, 2021 Letter to Secretary of State Blinken - Rubio, Risch, Menendez, Shaheen: U.S. Must Hold Assad Accountable for Illegal Use of Chemical Weapons Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 20, 2021 Johnson, Shaheen Applaud New Agreement in Georgia to Address Political Standoff and Support Georgia's Democracy Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 19, 2021 Senator Hassan Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Health Care Access to National Guard and Reserve Retirees Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 19, 2021 Shaheen & Tillis Reaffirm Senate's Bipartisan Commitment to NATO, Announce They'll Continue to Lead Senate NATO Observer Group Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 18, 2021 Shaheen, Rounds Reintroduce Bill to Help Service Members & Their Families Exposed to PFAS Contamination Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 16, 2021 Thune, Hassan Introduce Bills to Bolster the United States' Leadership in Quantum Information Science Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 16, 2021 Shaheen Helps Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Any President From Leaving NATO Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 15, 2021 Van Hollen, Menendez, Colleagues Introduce Comprehensive International Climate Change Legislation Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 15, 2021 Shaheen Statement on Biden Executive Order Imposing New Russian Sanctions Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 13, 2021 Shaheen Statement on Withdrawal of U.S. Troops from Afghanistan Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 13, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Risch, Cornyn, Colleagues Ask Biden to Fund Initiatives to Increase U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 13, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tillis, Colleagues Urge Biden to Fund Initiatives to Increase U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senator Hassan, Bipartisan Group of Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Fully Fund Measure to Help United States Out-Compete China by Increasing Domestic Semiconductor Production Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Tonko, Schumer, Gillibrand, Katko Call on Biden Administration to Invest in U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 ICYMI -- In CNN Interview, Shaheen Reiterates Urgent Need for U.S. to Prioritize Women's Rights Amid Peace Talks in Afghanistan Sen.Cynthia Shaheen
April 12, 2021 Letter to President Joseph Biden - Cotton, Colleagues Ask President Biden to Support Funding for Increased U.S. Semiconductor Production Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
April 12, 2021 Senator Hassan Statement on President Biden's Nominations for Top Cybersecurity Roles Sen.Maggie Hassan
April 9, 2021 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Shaheen & Johnson Call for International Response to Kremlin's Mistreatment of Navalny Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 8, 2021 Shaheen, Hassan & Kuster Applaud $2.7 Million Grant to Strengthen Flood Control Infrastructure in Plymouth Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 8, 2021 Shaheen, Hassan & Kuster Applaud $2.7 Million Grant to Strengthen Flood Control Infrastructure in Plymouth Sen.Cynthia Shaheen, ...
April 7, 2021 ICYMI: Shaheen, Hassan & Pappas Meet with Acting Navy Secretary Harker for Visit to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Rep.Chris Pappas, ...
April 1, 2021 Letter to President Biden - Baldwin, Shaheen Call on President Biden to Make Women's Inclusion in Afghan Peace Negotiations a Foreign Policy Priority Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
March 18, 2021 House Passes the American Dream and Promise Act of 2021 Rep.Chris Pappas
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