Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis Co-Sponsored Legislation Providing Farmers with Bankruptcy Relief Sent to President for Signature
The Family Farmer Bankruptcy Clarification Act of 2017 was included as part of the supplemental appropriations package approved in the Senate by a vote of 82-17.
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis Co-Sponsored Legislation to Fight National Rape Kit Backlog Passes Senate
“The SAFER Act takes an important step towards reducing the national rape-kit backlog, which in turn will help bring justice to victims and strengthen public safety,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis and Warren Urge IRS to Stop Lower-Income Military Retirees from Losing Benefits
"Surely our military retirees - most of whom have spent more than 20 years serving their country - should receive the same level of protection for their hard-earned retirement benefits that others receive for their Social Security benefits."
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis Secures Reprieve from European Financial Directive
“I applaud the SEC for protecting U.S. financial institutions from European rules that would cause chaos and harm to American business,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 10/20/2017
Tillis & Burr Applaud Senate Advancement of Thomas Farr Nomination
“I applaud the Judiciary Committee for confirming Tom and urge the Senate to quickly approve his nomination so he can begin serving the people of Eastern North Carolina.”
Press Releases 10/19/2017
Tillis Questions Attorney General Sessions About Operation Chokepoint, DACA at Oversight Hearing
During the hearing, Senator Tillis asked Attorney General Sessions about ending Operation Chokepoint and the phase-out of DACA.
Press Releases 10/19/2017
Tillis Co-Sponsored Legislation Curbing Crimes Against Seniors Becomes Law
“We must do everything we can to stop all the forms of abuse and exploitation against senior citizens in North Carolina and across the country,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 10/10/2017
Senator Tillis Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Life of Dr. Samuel DuBois Cook
"Dr. Cook was an education pioneer who paved the way for more diversity among academic leaders at our nation's colleges and universities," said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 10/6/2017
Tillis Statement on Four Fort Bragg Soldiers Killed in Niger
"Their sacrifices will not be forgotten, and Susan and I send our deepest condolences to their family, friends, and the Fort Bragg community.”
Press Releases 10/6/2017
Tillis, Cotton Introduce Legislation to Increase Veteran’s Access to Apprenticeships
“Hiring veterans in the private sector should be as easy as possible, and Congress needs to do its part to increase opportunities for veterans in our workforce.”