Press Releases 06/24/2020
Tillis Co-Sponsored JUSTICE Act Blocked by Senate Democrats
It’s shameful that Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats refused to even open up debate so we could reach consensus and get police reform signed into law. It’s clear Schumer and Pelosi care more about scoring cheap political points than getting a positive outcome to keep Americans safe.
Press Releases 06/24/2020
Tillis Leads Charge To Confirm 200 President Trump Judges
I’m proud of the work we’ve accomplished to fill judicial vacancies with well-qualified individuals who don’t legislate from the bench and instead follow the Constitution as written.
Press Releases 06/23/2020
BY THE NUMBERS: Tillis Hosts 50th COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall With North Carolinians
Telephone town halls have also been a valuable source of opening up casework, with my office serving as a resource for North Carolinians in need of assistance. With nearly half a million North Carolinians participating on the calls,
Press Releases 06/19/2020
Tillis Leads Bipartisan Roundtable Discussion on Toxic Exposure
Veterans exposed to toxins is a very personal issue for me since my wife’s uncle died of exposure to Agent Orange, and I have been working since the day I was sworn in to ensure we don’t repeat the decades-long mistakes that resulted in lost time and a lack of care for Vietnam War veterans and servicemembers and military families at Camp Lejeune.
Press Releases 06/18/2020
Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Stop Theft of U.S. Research & Intellectual Property by Global Competitors
China has been clear: If America can invent it, they will try to steal it. I’m proud to help lead this effort to protect American universities from attempts to steal sensitive information by China and other foreign adversaries.
Press Releases 06/17/2020
Tillis Co-Sponsored Great American Outdoors Act Passes Senate
Generations before us took care of these cherished lands and we must do everything we can to preserve our parks so our kids and grandkids can enjoy them in their best form. Now more than ever North Carolinians recognize the importance of this monumental legislation as many seek an outdoor refuge in the age of coronavirus. I am proud to have supported this legislation.
Press Releases 06/17/2020
Tillis Co-Sponsors the JUSTICE Act
It is time for Congress to come together to address injustices in our criminal justice system and work together to improve the relationship between communities and law enforcement.
Press Releases 06/16/2020
Tillis and Coons Introduce Bipartisan FLIGHT Act to Expand Diversity in Military, Support HBCUs
The FLIGHT Act will provide resources for ROTC students at HBCUs and minority institutions, improve diversity in military leadership and in highly skilled sectors like aviation.
Press Releases 06/16/2020
Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Post Traumatic Stress Resolution
I will continue to work on bipartisan solutions to make sure that our veterans and servicemembers have access to the critical support and health care services they need and deserve.
Press Releases 06/16/2020
Tillis Discusses Bipartisan Efforts to Help Veterans Exposed to Toxic Chemicals and Burn Pits
Senator Thom Tillis participated in a Washington Post Live discussion on the health care challenges veterans face after their service. Senator Tillis spoke on his bipartisan legislative efforts to help veterans exposed to toxic chemicals and burn pits.