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June 13, 2023
Ranking Member Scott Opening Statement at Markup of Legislation to Undermine Affordable Care Act and Fuel Culture Wars
Rep. Bobby Scott
Jan. 24, 2023
Warner & Kaine Reintroduce Legislation to Protect Communities from Assault Weapons
Sen. Mark Warner
Nov. 14, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on November 13 Shooting At UVA
Sen. Tim Kaine
Oct. 19, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ
Rep. Bobby Scott, ...
Sept. 1, 2022
Congresswoman Dean and Senator Warren Urge Bank CEOs to Adopt New Code for Gun and Ammunition Retailers
Rep. Don Beyer, ...
July 29, 2022
Griffith Opposes Assault Weapons Ban
Rep. Howard Griffith
July 29, 2022
Scott Votes for Assault Weapons Ban
Rep. Bobby Scott
July 29, 2022
Beyer Statement On House Passage Of Assault Weapons Ban
Rep. Don Beyer
July 21, 2022
Van Hollen, Beyer Introduce Legislation to Improve ATF, Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention
Rep. Don Beyer
July 6, 2022
Tweet - "After another holiday marred by gun violence, I'm thinking about the values of the Fourth of July and how I'm protecting them in the Senate. I believe in freedom from fear in public spaces. Freedom to choose. Freedom to love. I will continue to fight for these freedoms and more."
Sen. Mark Warner
July 4, 2022
Tweet - "I'm horrified to see the violence in Illinois, particularly on what should be a day of celebration. Gun violence tears apart communities, and I remain committed to seeking legislation and solutions that address it."
Sen. Mark Warner
June 27, 2022
Letter to Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Gary Restaino, Acting Director of the ATF - Harshbarger, Budd Defend American Gun Retailers
Rep. Ben Cline, ...
June 27, 2022
Beyer Hails "Most Important Gun Safety Law In Three Decades"
Rep. Don Beyer
June 25, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Being Signed into Law
Sen. Tim Kaine
June 25, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Being Signed Into Law
Sen. Mark Warner, ...
June 24, 2022
Griffith Opposes Senate Gun Legislation
Rep. Howard Griffith
June 23, 2022
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner & Tim Kaine on Passage of Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen. Mark Warner, ...
June 23, 2022
Kaine Statement on Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down New York State Gun Restriction
Sen. Tim Kaine
June 23, 2022
Tweet - "Decades of work led to this moment -- glad to see Pres Biden sign this into law. It's an incredible step towards making our communities safer."
Sen. Mark Warner
June 23, 2022
Tweet - "BREAKING: We just passed our historic bill to curb gun violence. I'm hopeful for more progress, but this is one critical step we can towards making our communities safer."
Sen. Mark Warner
June 23, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen. Tim Kaine
June 21, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Release of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen. Tim Kaine
June 21, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Release of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen. Mark Warner, ...
June 21, 2022
Tweet - "In the relentless news cycle, there's one constant: America has a gun violence epidemic. We can address this with policy. I will support the bipartisan framework when it comes up for a vote."
Sen. Mark Warner
June 14, 2022
Tweet - "The current Senate agreement to address gun violence promises to close the boyfriend loophole -- an important provision that will make it harder for domestic abusers to access guns. These reforms are long overdue, and I'm ready to get them done ASAP."
Sen. Mark Warner
June 12, 2022
Tweet - "Today, we remember the lives lost at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando -- a depraved massacre in a safe space for LGBTQ+ folks. We must honor their lives by finding real policy solutions to address mass shootings. We must move forward committed to ending homophobia and bigotry."
Sen. Mark Warner
June 12, 2022
Kaine Statement on Bipartisan Senate Proposal to Reduce Gun Violence
Sen. Tim Kaine
June 8, 2022
Kaine Statement on House Passage of Critical Gun Safety Legislation
Sen. Tim Kaine
June 8, 2022
Tweet - "Glad to see the House pass comprehensive gun control legislation tonight. I'm ready to pass meaningful reform in the Senate next."
Sen. Mark Warner
June 2, 2022
Tweet - "Today, I'm thinking of the entire Tulsa community. Gun violence is an unrelenting tragedy and the Senate should act swiftly to address it. I'm ready to get it done."
Sen. Mark Warner
May 31, 2022
Tweet - "On the third anniversary of the shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center, I'm remembering the lives lost. For them, and for the people of Uvalde and Buffalo and all the other communities grieving from gun violence, I am pushing for real change, policy, and action."
Sen. Mark Warner
May 27, 2022
Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House, James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House - House Gun Sit-In Organizers Call on House Leadership to Act on Gun Violence Prevention
Rep. Don Beyer, ...
May 26, 2022
Tweet - "No more thoughts and prayers. The time is now for action. I've introduced legislation in the past to institute measures like universal background checks, and I'm ready to work with anyone -- Republicans or Democrats -- to prevent another tragedy."
Sen. Mark Warner
May 25, 2022
Tweet - "Here's what I'm doing immediately to take steps towards curbing violence and extremism: I'll vote YES on the Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act tomorrow. I'm supporting a nominee to the @ATFHQ that has a history of supporting provisions like universal background checks."
Sen. Mark Warner
May 24, 2022
Tweet - "My heart is with all those affected by the shooting in Uvalde. There are no words to express the magnitude of this tragedy. Gun violence is taking far too many lives. Congress must act."
Sen. Mark Warner
April 16, 2022
Tweet - "Today calls on us to remember the 32 lives lost at Virginia Tech on this day 15 years ago, and to keep fighting for a future where sensible policies curb the epidemic of gun violence in the US. #VTWeRemember"
Sen. Mark Warner
March 24, 2022
Tweet - "I'm still thinking of Sierra Jenkins and all those touched by the violence in Norfolk this weekend."
Sen. Mark Warner
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "On the anniversary of the deadly shooting in Boulder last year, I'm thinking of all the lives touched by gun violence this year, including those in Norfolk this past weekend. Thoughts and prayers are not enough."
Sen. Mark Warner
March 19, 2022
Tweet - "Gun violence is a tragic epidemic. Thinking of the victims of last night's shooting in Norfolk, and their families."
Sen. Mark Warner
March 18, 2022
Letter to Marvin Richardson, Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives - Owens Joins Effort to Curb the ATF's Assault on Second Amendment Rights
Rep. Ben Cline, ...
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Incredibly saddened to see another act of gun violence in the Commonwealth this week. My heart is with the people of Blacksburg and the entire Virginia Tech community."
Sen. Mark Warner
Feb. 1, 2022
Tweet - "Incredibly saddened to hear that two officers were killed today at Bridgewater College. My heart is with their families and the entire Bridgewater community. Gun violence is a tragic epidemic, so we must move forward intending to do more than just offering thoughts and prayers."
Sen. Mark Warner
Feb. 1, 2022
Tweet - "Continuing to closely monitor the situation at Bridgewater College and am grateful for the efforts of first responders already on the scene. Praying for all involved."
Sen. Mark Warner
Jan. 20, 2022
Letter to the United States Conference of Mayors - Feinstein, Thompson, 39 Members of Congress Call on Conference of Mayors to Ban Ghost Guns
Rep. Bobby Scott, ...
Dec. 31, 2021
Wittman Protects Second Amendment Rights
Rep. Rob Wittman
Dec. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Today, I'm remembering and honoring the lives of all the students and teachers killed in the Sandy Hook massacre. We owe them more than thoughts and prayers -- we must take up sensible gun control measures."
Sen. Mark Warner
Oct. 20, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President - Hartzler Leads Effort Demanding Clarity on Biden's 2nd Amendment Stance
Rep. Ben Cline, ...
April 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Secretary - Menendez, Colleagues Commend DHS on Actions to Keep Guns out Of the Hands of Domestic Abusers, Call for Additional Steps to Fully Enforce "Lautenberg Amendment,' Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence
Sen. Tim Kaine, ...
April 15, 2021
Warner & Kaine Reintroduce "Virginia Plan" to Reduce Gun Violence At Federal Level
Sen. Mark Warner
April 15, 2021
Warner & Kaine Reintroduce "Virginia Plan" To Reduce Gun Violence at Federal Level
Sen. Tim Kaine
Date
Title
Politician
June 13, 2023
Ranking Member Scott Opening Statement at Markup of Legislation to Undermine Affordable Care Act and Fuel Culture Wars
Rep.Bobby Scott
Jan. 24, 2023
Warner & Kaine Reintroduce Legislation to Protect Communities from Assault Weapons
Sen.Mark Warner
Nov. 14, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on November 13 Shooting At UVA
Sen.Tim Kaine
Oct. 19, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ
Rep.Bobby Scott, ...
Sept. 1, 2022
Congresswoman Dean and Senator Warren Urge Bank CEOs to Adopt New Code for Gun and Ammunition Retailers
Rep.Don Beyer, ...
July 29, 2022
Griffith Opposes Assault Weapons Ban
Rep.Howard Griffith
July 29, 2022
Scott Votes for Assault Weapons Ban
Rep.Bobby Scott
July 29, 2022
Beyer Statement On House Passage Of Assault Weapons Ban
Rep.Don Beyer
July 21, 2022
Van Hollen, Beyer Introduce Legislation to Improve ATF, Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention
Rep.Don Beyer
July 6, 2022
Tweet - "After another holiday marred by gun violence, I'm thinking about the values of the Fourth of July and how I'm protecting them in the Senate. I believe in freedom from fear in public spaces. Freedom to choose. Freedom to love. I will continue to fight for these freedoms and more."
Sen.Mark Warner
July 4, 2022
Tweet - "I'm horrified to see the violence in Illinois, particularly on what should be a day of celebration. Gun violence tears apart communities, and I remain committed to seeking legislation and solutions that address it."
Sen.Mark Warner
June 27, 2022
Letter to Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Gary Restaino, Acting Director of the ATF - Harshbarger, Budd Defend American Gun Retailers
Rep.Ben Cline, ...
June 27, 2022
Beyer Hails "Most Important Gun Safety Law In Three Decades"
Rep.Don Beyer
June 25, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Being Signed into Law
Sen.Tim Kaine
June 25, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Being Signed Into Law
Sen.Mark Warner, ...
June 24, 2022
Griffith Opposes Senate Gun Legislation
Rep.Howard Griffith
June 23, 2022
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner & Tim Kaine on Passage of Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen.Mark Warner, ...
June 23, 2022
Kaine Statement on Supreme Court Ruling Striking Down New York State Gun Restriction
Sen.Tim Kaine
June 23, 2022
Tweet - "Decades of work led to this moment -- glad to see Pres Biden sign this into law. It's an incredible step towards making our communities safer."
Sen.Mark Warner
June 23, 2022
Tweet - "BREAKING: We just passed our historic bill to curb gun violence. I'm hopeful for more progress, but this is one critical step we can towards making our communities safer."
Sen.Mark Warner
June 23, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen.Tim Kaine
June 21, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Release of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen.Tim Kaine
June 21, 2022
Warner & Kaine Statement on Release of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Sen.Mark Warner, ...
June 21, 2022
Tweet - "In the relentless news cycle, there's one constant: America has a gun violence epidemic. We can address this with policy. I will support the bipartisan framework when it comes up for a vote."
Sen.Mark Warner
June 14, 2022
Tweet - "The current Senate agreement to address gun violence promises to close the boyfriend loophole -- an important provision that will make it harder for domestic abusers to access guns. These reforms are long overdue, and I'm ready to get them done ASAP."
Sen.Mark Warner
June 12, 2022
Tweet - "Today, we remember the lives lost at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando -- a depraved massacre in a safe space for LGBTQ+ folks. We must honor their lives by finding real policy solutions to address mass shootings. We must move forward committed to ending homophobia and bigotry."
Sen.Mark Warner
June 12, 2022
Kaine Statement on Bipartisan Senate Proposal to Reduce Gun Violence
Sen.Tim Kaine
June 8, 2022
Kaine Statement on House Passage of Critical Gun Safety Legislation
Sen.Tim Kaine
June 8, 2022
Tweet - "Glad to see the House pass comprehensive gun control legislation tonight. I'm ready to pass meaningful reform in the Senate next."
Sen.Mark Warner
June 2, 2022
Tweet - "Today, I'm thinking of the entire Tulsa community. Gun violence is an unrelenting tragedy and the Senate should act swiftly to address it. I'm ready to get it done."
Sen.Mark Warner
May 31, 2022
Tweet - "On the third anniversary of the shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center, I'm remembering the lives lost. For them, and for the people of Uvalde and Buffalo and all the other communities grieving from gun violence, I am pushing for real change, policy, and action."
Sen.Mark Warner
May 27, 2022
Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House, James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House - House Gun Sit-In Organizers Call on House Leadership to Act on Gun Violence Prevention
Rep.Don Beyer, ...
May 26, 2022
Tweet - "No more thoughts and prayers. The time is now for action. I've introduced legislation in the past to institute measures like universal background checks, and I'm ready to work with anyone -- Republicans or Democrats -- to prevent another tragedy."
Sen.Mark Warner
May 25, 2022
Tweet - "Here's what I'm doing immediately to take steps towards curbing violence and extremism: I'll vote YES on the Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act tomorrow. I'm supporting a nominee to the @ATFHQ that has a history of supporting provisions like universal background checks."
Sen.Mark Warner
May 24, 2022
Tweet - "My heart is with all those affected by the shooting in Uvalde. There are no words to express the magnitude of this tragedy. Gun violence is taking far too many lives. Congress must act."
Sen.Mark Warner
April 16, 2022
Tweet - "Today calls on us to remember the 32 lives lost at Virginia Tech on this day 15 years ago, and to keep fighting for a future where sensible policies curb the epidemic of gun violence in the US. #VTWeRemember"
Sen.Mark Warner
March 24, 2022
Tweet - "I'm still thinking of Sierra Jenkins and all those touched by the violence in Norfolk this weekend."
Sen.Mark Warner
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "On the anniversary of the deadly shooting in Boulder last year, I'm thinking of all the lives touched by gun violence this year, including those in Norfolk this past weekend. Thoughts and prayers are not enough."
Sen.Mark Warner
March 19, 2022
Tweet - "Gun violence is a tragic epidemic. Thinking of the victims of last night's shooting in Norfolk, and their families."
Sen.Mark Warner
March 18, 2022
Letter to Marvin Richardson, Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives - Owens Joins Effort to Curb the ATF's Assault on Second Amendment Rights
Rep.Ben Cline, ...
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Incredibly saddened to see another act of gun violence in the Commonwealth this week. My heart is with the people of Blacksburg and the entire Virginia Tech community."
Sen.Mark Warner
Feb. 1, 2022
Tweet - "Incredibly saddened to hear that two officers were killed today at Bridgewater College. My heart is with their families and the entire Bridgewater community. Gun violence is a tragic epidemic, so we must move forward intending to do more than just offering thoughts and prayers."
Sen.Mark Warner
Feb. 1, 2022
Tweet - "Continuing to closely monitor the situation at Bridgewater College and am grateful for the efforts of first responders already on the scene. Praying for all involved."
Sen.Mark Warner
Jan. 20, 2022
Letter to the United States Conference of Mayors - Feinstein, Thompson, 39 Members of Congress Call on Conference of Mayors to Ban Ghost Guns
Rep.Bobby Scott, ...
Dec. 31, 2021
Wittman Protects Second Amendment Rights
Rep.Rob Wittman
Dec. 14, 2021
Tweet - "Today, I'm remembering and honoring the lives of all the students and teachers killed in the Sandy Hook massacre. We owe them more than thoughts and prayers -- we must take up sensible gun control measures."
Sen.Mark Warner
Oct. 20, 2021
Letter to Joe Biden, President - Hartzler Leads Effort Demanding Clarity on Biden's 2nd Amendment Stance
Rep.Ben Cline, ...
April 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Secretary - Menendez, Colleagues Commend DHS on Actions to Keep Guns out Of the Hands of Domestic Abusers, Call for Additional Steps to Fully Enforce "Lautenberg Amendment,' Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence
Sen.Tim Kaine, ...
April 15, 2021
Warner & Kaine Reintroduce "Virginia Plan" to Reduce Gun Violence At Federal Level
Sen.Mark Warner
April 15, 2021
Warner & Kaine Reintroduce "Virginia Plan" To Reduce Gun Violence at Federal Level
Sen.Tim Kaine
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