Us Senator J. D. Vance (oh)
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Recent News About Us Senator J. D. Vance (oh)
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Senator Vance: Majority of Senate GOP Wants a Standalone Israel Aid Package
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator JD Vance (R-OH) expressed his support for a standalone Israel aid package during an interview with Larry Kudlow on Fox Business. The Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023 seeks to provide $14.3 billion of aid to Israel without being hindered by President Biden's unrelated priorities in Ukraine.According to Senator Vance, the majority of the Republican conference is in favor of separating the packages. He stated, "Let me just set the table a little bit here: we have $14 billion in a request for Israel, I support it, probably 99 of my...
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Vance Statement on Passage of Amendment Banning Mask Mandates
In a significant development, Senator JD Vance's amendment to the Senate minibus appropriations bill, which prohibits the Department of Transportation from enforcing mask mandates using federal funds, has been passed with a final vote count of 59-38. This ban effectively prevents the enforcement of federal mask mandates on various modes of transportation, including passenger airlines, commuter rail, rapid transit buses, and other transportation programs funded through Fiscal Year 2024.Senator Vance expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, stating, "This is a massive...
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Vance Amendment Would Ban Federal Mask Mandates on Public Transit
Senator JD Vance from Ohio has proposed an amendment to the Senate minibus appropriations bill that would prohibit the Department of Transportation from enforcing mask mandates on public transit using federal funds. The ban would cover passenger airlines, commuter rail, rapid transit buses, and any other transportation program funded through the current fiscal year.Senator Vance expressed his rationale for the amendment, stating, "Democrats insist mask mandates are never coming back. Well, I've got an amendment that will prohibit the Department of Transportation from...
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Senator Vance & Colleagues Demand Indoor Air Testing and Decontamination for Residents of East Palestine
Washington, D.C. - In response to concerns raised by residents of East Palestine, Ohio, Senator JD Vance (R-OH) has led a bipartisan and bicameral effort to demand indoor air testing and decontamination services for the community. Joined by Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Representatives Warren Davidson (R-OH-08), Max Miller (R-OH-7), Shontel Brown (D-OH-11), Emilia Sykes (D-OH-13), and Marcy Kaptur (D-OH-09), Senator Vance has addressed a letter to Michael Regan, Administrator of the U.S. EPA, urging immediate action.The letter highlights the concerns raised by...
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Senator Vance raises concerns about asset managers' compliance with securities law
Senator JD Vance of Ohio engaged in a discussion with SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda during a Senate Banking Committee hearing.
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Senator Vance & Kevin Roberts: Don't Hold Up Israel Aid to Further Ukraine War Funding
Senate leadership is using the crisis in Israel as a "Plan B" to push the Biden administration's funding request across the finish line, according to an op-ed written by Senator JD Vance and Dr. Kevin Roberts published in The Hill. The horrific terrorist attack by Hamas, funded by Iran, has resulted in the deaths of over 1,400 Israelis and at least thirty American citizens.In response to the escalating war in Israel, the United States' closest ally in the Middle East, the U.S. will need to provide military support in the coming weeks. However, Senate leadership's attempt...
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Senator Vance to Introduce Legislation to Protect Stay-at-Home Parents from Undue Healthcare Costs
Washington, D.C. - Senators JD Vance (R-OH) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) are set to introduce the Fairness for Stay-At-Home Parents Act, a legislation aimed at protecting stay-at-home parents from being burdened with excessive healthcare costs. The proposed act would amend the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to include "birth of a child" as a protected reason for not returning to work.The bill seeks to prevent employers from reclaiming healthcare premiums and ensure that employers subject to the FMLA continue their health premium contributions during the 12-week leave...
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Senator Vance to Introduce Legislation to Protect Stay-at-Home Parents from Undue Healthcare Costs
Washington, D.C. - Senators JD Vance (R-OH) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) are set to introduce a new legislation called the Fairness for Stay-At-Home Parents Act. This bill aims to protect stay-at-home parents from being burdened with undue healthcare costs. The proposed legislation would add "birth of a child" as a protected reason for not returning to work under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).The Fairness for Stay-At-Home Parents Act seeks to address the issue of employers reclaiming healthcare premiums from employees who choose not to return to work after taking...
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SENATOR VANCE RENEWS PUSH FOR RAILWAY SAFETY ACT 250 DAYS AFTER EAST PALESTINE TRAIN DERAILMENT
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) is calling for the passage of the Railway Safety Act, 250 days after the tragic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. In a video released by Senator Vance, he emphasized the need for Congress to take action to prevent similar accidents in the future. He stated, "Enough is enough – it’s time for the Senate to pass the Railway Safety Act."Senator Vance is not only advocating for rail safety legislation but is also urging the Biden administration to take immediate measures to address the consequences of the derailment in East Palestine. He is...
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Senator Vance Encourages Ohioans with Family Members Stranded in Israel to Contact His Office for Assistance
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) is urging Ohioans who have family members trapped or missing in Israel to reach out to his office for assistance. In a statement, Senator Vance said, "To all Ohioans: if members of your family are trapped or missing in Israel, please contact my office at (202) 224-3353. We will do everything in our power to ensure their safe return."This call for assistance comes in the wake of ongoing conflict in the region. Senator Vance has previously issued a statement condemning the attacks by Hamas on innocent Israeli men, women, and children. He has...
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Senator Vance calls for U.S. support after Hamas' attack on Israel
Senator JD Vance from Ohio has addressed the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel, labeling them as an "act of war."
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Senator JD Vance supports UAW strike against Biden's electric vehicle policies
Today, Senator JD Vance announced his intention to join striking United Auto Workers (UAW) members on the picket line in Toledo.
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Senator Vance supports UAW strikers during visit in Toledo
Senator JD Vance of Ohio visited striking United Auto Workers (UAW) at the Toledo Assembly Complex in Toledo, Ohio.
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Senator Vance introduces bill to ban 'X' gender on U.S. passports
Senator JD Vance from Ohio has put forward a legislative proposal named The Passport Sanity Act.
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Senator Vance criticizes diversity mandates linked to CHIPS Act funding
Senator JD Vance of Ohio expressed strong criticism towards Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing.
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Senator Vance holds firm on opposition to DOJ nominees
Senator JD Vance of Ohio is maintaining his position on holding nominees to the Biden administration's Department of Justice.
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Senators demand clarity on total U.S. spending in Ukraine
Senator JD Vance of Ohio and Representative Dan Bishop from North Carolina, along with other congressional members, have criticized the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its lack of detailed reporting on U.S. funding to Ukraine.
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Vance proposes bill targeting Biden's EV credits and boosting US auto industry
Senator JD Vance from Ohio has introduced the Drive American Act, a legislative proposal aimed at reshaping the landscape of automotive manufacturing in the United States.
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Senators urge EPA to assess public health emergency in East Palestine
U.S. Senators J.D. Vance and Sherrod Brown have urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to evaluate whether conditions in East Palestine, caused by a Norfolk Southern derailment, warrant being declared a public health emergency under the...
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Vance, Roy, Gaetz seek clarity on US military adviser policy in Ukraine
Senator JD Vance of Ohio, alongside Representatives Chip Roy from Texas and Matt Gaetz from Florida, has addressed a letter to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.