Posts Tagged ‘Chris Coons’
Senators Coons, Cornyn’s Bill to Equip Law Enforcement with Trauma Kits Passes Senate
The Improving Police Critical Aid for Responding to Emergencies (CARE) Act, which was crafted to equip law enforcement officers with quality trauma kits so they can respond immediately if a civilian or fellow officer experiences a traumatic injury during a call, passed the Senate. The legislation is sponsored by U.S. Senators Chris Coons and…
Read MoreSenators Coons, Barrasso Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Expand Access To Mental Health Services For Seniors
U.S. Senators Chris Coons and John Barrasso (Republican of Wyoming) have introduced a bill that would expand the number of mental health providers available to Delaware’s seniors. The legislation is called the Expanding Seniors Access to Mental Health Services Act. The bill would improve Medicare beneficiaries’ access to licensed clinical social workers. The bill would…
Read MoreLegislation Reintroduced to Help Americans Better Plan for Retirement
U.S. Senators Chris Coons, Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, Tim Kaine of Virginia, and Susan Collins of Maine reintroduced legislation to enhance Americans’ retirement security by ensuring they have the information they need to make more informed decisions about when to begin claiming Social Security benefits. Senator Coons says Social Security is the foundation of most…
Read MoreMedical Supply Chain Resiliency Act Introduced
Bipartisan legislation has been introduced to jump start trade negotiations to ensure that hospitals, doctors, and patients have access to critical medical goods. The Medical Supply Chain Resiliency Act was introduced by U.S. Senators Chris Coons, Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.). Senator Coons stated that life-threatening shortages of testing kits,…
Read MoreSenators Coons, Cramer Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Rental Assistance Program for Affordable Housing
U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Republican Kevin Cramer of North Dakota introduced their Choice in Affordable Housing Act today to improve the federal government’s largest rental assistance program. The bipartisan bill would make it easier to access Housing Choice Vouchers (HCVs)—often referred to as Section 8 vouchers—and attract and retain landlords to participate in the…
Read MoreEnactment of Bipartisan Countering Wrongful Detention Act
U.S. Senators Chris Coons along with three other colleagues celebrated President Biden signing their Countering Wrongful Detention Act into law this week. The Countering Wrongful Detention Act creates new tools for the U.S. government to deter states from wrongfully detaining Americans abroad and supports hostages, wrongful detainees, and their families upon their return home.  The bill…
Read MoreSenators Carper, Coons, Colleagues Push Administration to Release Additional Seasonal Work Visas to Support Small Businesses
U.S. Senators Tom Carper, Chris Coons, and a bipartisan group of colleagues are urging the Biden administration to release more H-2B seasonal work visas to help small businesses cope with labor shortages, particularly in Delaware’s agriculture and tourism sectors. They argue that these visas are crucial for employers who struggle to find enough American workers…
Read MoreCarper, Coons, Blunt Rochester Host Delaware Students Accepted into U.S. Service Academies
U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, along with Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester hosted Delawareans accepted into U.S. service academies during a reception in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. The event took place yesterday evening. Each year, students interested in attending the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy or U.S. Military Academy…
Read MoreSenators Chris Coons and Todd Young Introduce Bipartisan Youth Lead Act to Support Established Youth Service Organizations
U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Todd Young of Indiana have introduced the Youth Lead Act to bolster investments in youth agriculture and service organizations, including the Girl Scouts of the United States of America, the Boy Scouts of America, the National 4-H Council, and the National FFA Organization. Senator Coons says organizations like Scouting America, the FFA, and 4-H provide critical opportunities for…
Read MoreSenator Chris Coons Chairs Judiciary IP Subcommittee Hearing on Protecting Families and Shoppers From Counterfeit Goods Sold Online
A hearing entitled “Back to School with the SHOP SAFE Act: Protecting Our Families from Unsafe Online Counterfeits,” explored legislation that would combat counterfeit goods sold on e-commerce platforms and protect shoppers and consumers. U.S. Senator and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property Chris Coons chaired the hearing yesterday to highlight the rise…
Read MoreSenators Coons, Tillis introduce SHOP SAFE Act to Address Issue of Harmful Counterfeit Products Sold Online
U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Thom Tillis of North Carolina introduced the SHOP SAFE Act to protect those of you who shop online from harmful counterfeit products that are sold. As more American consumers opt to shop online, they are increasingly vulnerable to the rising number of harmful counterfeit goods sold on e-commerce platforms —…
Read MoreTown of Bethany Beach Grateful for Completion of Replenishment Project
The beach replenishment project in Bethany Beach has been completed, the dune fencing has been installed and the Mobi-mats are back in place. In the Bethany Beach Town Newsletter for September, a statement from the mayor’s office also expresses gratitude to “…Senators Tom Carper, Chris Coons and Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester for securing the 65%…
Read MoreCarper, Coons send letter to the Vice President raising concerns over medical supply distribution
Delaware’s U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons are raising concerns about the Trump Administration’s reliance on private companies to distribute desperately needed medical supplies during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Although President Trump has declared a national emergency and mobilized the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help distribute supplies, FEMA is currently relying on…
Read MoreCoons concerned, disappointed in Republicans over impeachment trial rules
The rules for the Senate impeachment trial are set and Delaware’s U.S. Senator Chris Coons is concerned, expressing disappointment in his Republican colleagues who he suggested would rather have a coverup than a fair trial. “I’ve been deeply disappointed in my Republican colleagues who are voting in lockstep and straight party-line votes not to accept…
Read MoreProgressive Democrat to challenge Chris Coons in Delaware U.S. Senate Primary
Jessica Scarane, a self-desribed progressive who wants to bring big change to Washington D.C., is challenging Senator Chris Coons for his U.S. Senate seat in the 2020 primary election. Scarane appeared on WGMD News Wednesday morning where she laid out her progressive platform that includes universal healthcare, economic justice, combating climate change, and education reform.…
Read MoreCoons weighs in on impeachment hearings, claims Trump abused his power
Delaware U.S. Senator Chris Coons weighed in on the current impeachment hearings, saying it’s clear this was an orchestrated campaign by President Trump and Rudy Giuliani to attack Joe Biden by abusing the power of presidency. Appearing on CNN, Senator Coons said it’s not just one phone call but a “private foreign policy that was…
Read MoreCoons feels Biden is the “strongest Democratic opponent” to take on Trump
Delaware U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) said Joe Biden is the “strongest Democratic opponent” ahead of next year’s election in an exclusive interview where he expressed support for the current impeachment inquiry. WGMD’s Rob Petree spoke with Senator Coons LIVE on Wednesday and asked where he stood on the current impeachment inquiry into President Trump…
Read MoreCoons condemns fans who chanted “lock him up” to President Trump at World Series
Delaware U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) condemned fans who booed and chanted “lock him up” to President Trump as he arrived to Sunday’s World Series game in Washington. Speaking to CNN, Senator Coons said the office of the President deserves respect even when the actions of the President at times may suggest otherwise. “Even at…
Read MoreCoons calls Trump an “impulsive, inexperienced” President
U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) called President Trump “impulsive and inexperienced” and said Congress needs to take a hard look into what deals the President may have potentially cut with foreign dictators. Senator Coons appeared on MSNBC where he slammed the President for his decision to withdraw troops from Syria. “We now have to take…
Read MoreScott Walker switches parties, announces U.S. Senate run against Coons
After a failed bid for Congress, Scott Walker is back at it again, and this time he has his sights set on the U.S. Senate. Known for his controversial antics and makeshift signs, Walker switched his party affiliation and announced a run against Senator Chris Coons in the 2020 Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. Walker…
Read MoreDSU December Graduation on Saturday
Delaware State University’s December Commencement ceremony will take place Saturday morning at 10 in the Memorial Hall Gymnasium. Delaware Senator Chris Coons will be the keynote speaker. About 200 graduates will receive bachelor, master and doctoral degrees. There will be plenty of on-campus parking for those attending the ceremony.
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