US Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC)
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Recent News About US Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC)
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Tillis, Budd Demand Answers on Flow of Fentanyl Into North Carolina Communities
Washington, D.C. - North Carolina Senators Thom Tillis and Ted Budd have raised serious concerns about the alarming influx of fentanyl into the United States, particularly in communities throughout North Carolina. In a letter addressed to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Administrator Anne Milgram, the senators emphasized the urgent need for action to address this grave issue.The senators pointed out a shocking statistic reported by Axios Raleigh on August 31, 2023. The Raleigh Police...
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Tillis, Colleagues Lead Legislation Pushing Back on Radical Electric Vehicle Mandate
Senator Thom Tillis and a group of colleagues have introduced the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act in response to the Biden Administration's proposed rule and regulations aimed at limiting consumer vehicle choice and promoting electric vehicles (EVs). The CARS Act seeks to counter the administration's radical environmental agenda and executive overreach.According to data from Kelley Blue Book, the average price of an EV is over $17,000 more than the average price of a gas-powered vehicle. This push for EVs not only threatens to harm everyday Americans but also...
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Tillis, Hickenlooper Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Another FTX Disaster
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at preventing another FTX disaster. The Proving Reserves of Others Funds (PROOF) Act seeks to establish strong safeguards against instances of unethical co-mingling of customer funds in digital asset institutions.Under the PROOF Act, digital asset institutions would be required to submit to a monthly proof of reserves (PoR) inspection by a neutral third-party auditing firm. PoR is an industry best practice that verifies whether an institution holds...
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Tillis, Colleagues Demand President Biden Do Everything in His Power to Rescue American Hostages in Israel
Senator Thom Tillis and 47 of his senate colleagues have sent a bipartisan letter to President Biden, urging him to take immediate action to rescue American hostages who were taken by Hamas during the terrorist group's attacks on Israel earlier this month. The senators emphasized the urgency of the situation, highlighting the threat posed by Hamas and the need to support Israel's efforts in dismantling this threat.In the letter, the senators expressed their concern about the lives of American hostages and the brutal tactics employed by Hamas. They stated, "Hamas has...
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Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Freeze $6 Billion to Iran, Probe Additional Iranian Assets
Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues have introduced the Revoke Iranian Funding Act, a bill aimed at rescinding the general licenses that allowed the release of $6 billion to Iran. The purpose of the bill is to prevent the Iranian regime from accessing and using these funds to finance terrorist attacks against Israel or any other nation.In addition to freezing the $6 billion, the bill also directs the Treasury Secretary to conduct a study on all high-value Iranian assets worldwide that are currently blocked by U.S. sanctions. The findings of this study will be provided...
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Tillis, Colleagues Issue Statement Regarding Domestic Terrorist Threats
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In response to the recent terrorist attacks by Hamas in Israel, a group of Senators led by Thom Tillis (R-NC) has issued a joint statement warning potential perpetrators against making any domestic threats. The statement, also signed by Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), John Cornyn (R-TX), Mike Lee (R-UT), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Josh Hawley (R-MO), Tom Cotton (R-AR), John Kennedy (R-LA), and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), expresses deep concern over the attacks in Israel and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding American communities."The...
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Tillis, Colleagues Demand Answers For Violations of Iran’s Nuclear Program
Senator Thom Tillis and 15 fellow Republican colleagues have written a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, demanding an update on U.S. action to hold Iran accountable for multiple violations of the Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). The JCPOA, signed by the Obama Administration, Iran, and other countries, aimed to place restrictions on Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. However, Iran has proven to be non-compliant and continues its nuclear activities.In the letter, the senators expressed their concern over Iran's non-compliance and called...
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Tillis, Colleagues Call on President Biden to Convene the G7 to Jointly Sanction Iran Following Hamas Attacks on Israel
Senator Thom Tillis and 9 fellow Republican senators have called on President Biden to convene the G7 nations and impose coordinated sanctions on Iran in response to the recent Hamas attacks on Israel. The senators are urging President Biden to take action against the Iranian regime, which they believe is the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism.In a letter addressed to President Biden, the senators expressed their horror at the terror and devastation inflicted on Israel by Iran-backed Hamas terrorists. They described the gruesome acts of violence committed,...
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Tillis, Colleagues Call on Biden to Freeze $6 Billion Iran Transfer
Senator Thom Tillis and 19 Senate Republicans have written a letter to President Biden and the State Department, urging them to rescind the waivers that allowed Iranian funds to be converted and moved to more accessible bank accounts. The senators also called on the administration to work with Qatar to freeze the accounts containing these funds.In the letter, the senators highlighted Iran's status as the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism and cited a report by the Wall Street Journal, which alleged that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps collaborated with Hamas...
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Senator Thom Tillis and Fellow Republican Senators Urge Senate to Stay in Session Until Appropriations Bills are Passed
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and 16 fellow Republican senators have sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), calling for the U.S. Senate to remain in session until all 12 appropriations bills have been debated and passed to fully fund the government.The U.S. government narrowly avoided a shutdown on September 30th, setting a deadline for a new spending agreement by November 17th. However, the letter comes as Senator Schumer adjourned the Senate for a state work period beginning on October 5th."We urge you to modify the Senate calendar so...
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Senate Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Maternal Health Care and Address Disparities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate recently passed bipartisan legislation introduced by Senator Thom Tillis that aims to support states in preserving maternal health throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. The legislation addresses disparities in maternal health outcomes and seeks to enhance healthcare quality and outcomes for mothers.Maternal health is a serious issue in North Carolina and across the country, with an alarming rise in pregnancy-related deaths. Senator Tillis expressed his concerns, stating, "We must work to improve maternal...
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Senator Thom Tillis Demands Answers from IRS on Harm to Taxpayers from Destroyed Information Returns
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and all Senate Finance Committee Republicans sent a letter to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Werfel demanding answersfollowing the release of new information demonstrating that the IRS’s March 2021 decision to destroy 30 million unprocessed 2019 taxpayer information returns has indisputably harmed taxpayers.“Recently reported information demonstrates the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) March 2021 decision to destroy 30 million unprocessed tax year 2019...
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Senator Thom Tillis Mourns the Passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Thom Tillis expressed his condolences on the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein, recognizing her as a trailblazer and dedicated public servant. Senator Tillis highlighted Feinstein's effectiveness as a legislator, emphasizing her ability to work across party lines to address complex issues."Senator Dianne Feinstein was a trailblazer who lived an incredible life dedicated to public service," Senator Tillis stated. "She was one of the most effective legislators in recent memory because of her willingness to work across the aisle in good...
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Senators Introduce Protecting Conscience in Healthcare Act to Safeguard Medical and Religious Exemptions
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Thom Tillis, Marco Rubio (R-FL), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), and J.D. Vance (R-OH) have recently unveiled the Protecting Conscience in Healthcare Act, a bill aimed at safeguarding health care facilities and professionals from being compelled to endorse political and social agendas that contradict their medical expertise and deeply-held religious beliefs.The legislation prohibits government agencies and federally-funded health facilities, including hospitals and health clinics, from mandating employees to partake...
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Senators Express Concern over Chinese Nationals Illegally Crossing Southern Border
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Thom Tillis, Roger Marshall (R-KS), Mike Braun (R-IN), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), and Marco Rubio (R-FL) have raised alarm over the increasing number of Chinese nationals illegally entering the United States through the open Southern border. In a letter addressed to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the senators expressed concern that over 18,000 Chinese nationals have crossed the border in Fiscal Year 2023, with some having ties to the Chinese Communist Party's People's Liberation Army (PLA)....
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Senator Thom Tillis Urges Bipartisan Support to Avert Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an urgent plea to his colleagues, Senator Thom Tillis emphasized the need to prevent a government shutdown by passing a bill with bipartisan support in both chambers. Speaking out against the bill put forward by Leader Schumer, Senator Tillis highlighted the absence of Republican priorities, particularly border security funding, in the proposed legislation."We must avert a shutdown. That means a bill to fund the government needs to pass in both chambers with bipartisan support. The bill put forward by Leader Schumer contains several...
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Senator Thom Tillis Introduces Legislation to Protect Second Amendment Rights
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Thom Tillis and 20 of his Republican colleagues have recently introduced the Protecting the Right to Keep and Bear Arms Act, which aims to prevent the President and the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) from using public health emergencies to impose gun control.In light of the Governor of New Mexico's recent action to suspend the carrying of firearms under the guise of a public health emergency, concerns have been raised regarding the potential for left-wing politicians to replicate such measures on a national...