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April 24, 2018

Cortez Masto: Kochs' Dark Web of Money Flows Through the LIBRE Initiative to Deceive Latinos

"The Koch brothers and their web of dark money organizations like LIBRE are deceiving Latinos and supporting the very same politicians who are working against Latino families." Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) delivered a speech on the Senate floor to shine a light on the Koch brothers' work to spread falsehoods aimed at undermining American democracy. Below are her remarks as prepared for delivery: There's an old saying that, "There's no such thing as a … Continue Reading


April 24, 2018

Cortez Masto, Hatch Introduce Resolution Condemning North Korea Labor Camps

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Orrin Hatch (R-Utah), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Cory Gardner (R-Colo.) introduced a resolution today denouncing North Korea's labor camps, condemning the country's human rights abuses, and calling upon Kim Jong-un to release all political prisoners. "We must stand united in condemning and calling attention to North Korea's widespread use of torture and disregard for human life," said Cortez Masto. "There is ample evidence … Continue Reading


April 23, 2018

Cortez Masto, Colleagues Call on Trump Administration to Halt Expansion of Junk Health Insurance Plans

Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined a letter led by Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), and Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.) and signed by 47 senators calling on the Trump Administration to halt a proposed regulation that would expand the use of short-term health care plans to create junk health insurance plans that would raise premiums for older Americans and harm millions of people living with pre-existing conditions. "If finalized, the rule … Continue Reading


April 20, 2018

Cortez Masto Statement Commemorating 19th Anniversary of Columbine, Recognizing Student Voices in National Action

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement in response to student actions taking place across the country commemorating the 19th anniversary of the Columbine High School massacre and the need for congressional action on common sense gun safety legislation: "Across the country students are taking part in actions like walkouts, rallies, community service, collecting school supplies for student lives, and other peaceful forms of protest. … Continue Reading


April 19, 2018

Cortez Masto Introduces FHA Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2018

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced the FHA Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2018, legislation that will ensure banks, credit unions and mortgage lenders follow the law before taking a family's home. When families fall behind on their mortgage payments, lenders who benefit from taxpayer-backed insurance through the Federal Housing Administration's (FHA) must communicate with the borrower, connect the borrower to homeownership counseling, offer … Continue Reading


April 19, 2018

Cortez Masto, Harris Introduce Legislation to Protect Workers from Occupational Health Hazards

Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.) introduced the Environmental Justice Right to Know Act - legislation to address shortcomings in the disclosure of chemicals in pesticides and personal care products. Workers who handle these personal care products-in hair salons, nail salons, and agricultural settings-are often women from low-income communities or communities of color. These workers are more likely than the general … Continue Reading


April 18, 2018

Cortez Masto Highlights Her Commitment to Safeguarding Nevada Seniors from Abuse and Exploitation

Washington, D.C. - At today's U.S. Senate Aging Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) highlighted the work she did as Attorney General of the state of Nevada to protect seniors from abuses in the state's guardianship system. The reforms enacted in Nevada are crucial steps to ensuring that all seniors are protected from those in positions of power who may wish them harm. Senator Cortez Masto believes Nevada's reformed guardianship laws should be a model for the rest … Continue Reading


April 18, 2018

Cortez Masto: US Olympic Governing Bodies Need Advocates Who See Athletes as People, Not Commodities

Sen. Cortez Masto questions U.S. Olympic Athletes during a Commerce Subcommittee hearing. Watch HERE Washington, D.C. - In today's Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Product Safety, Insurance, and Data Security hearing, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) met with Olympic athletes who are survivors of sexual abuse. Cortez Masto requested this hearing in the wake of revelations that generations of young athletes had been subject to sexual abuse as they moved through … Continue Reading


April 18, 2018

Cortez Masto: Auto Loan Borrowers Deserve the Same Terms Based on Credit-Worthiness, Not Skin Color

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement after she voted against Senate Republicans' Congressional Review Act resolution, which revokes protections put in place by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to combat discrimination in auto lending: "The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued guidance five years ago to protect borrowers from discriminatory practices in auto lending. Prior to OMB Director Mulvaney's involvement … Continue Reading


April 18, 2018

Cortez Masto & 171 Members of Congress Call for Pruitt’s Resignation

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representative Kathy Castor (D-Fla.), and a group of 170 members of Congress in introducing companion resolutions in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives formally calling on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt to resign. The resolution comes in response to Pruitt's repeated ethics violations, misuse of taxpayer dollars, and actions that … Continue Reading


April 18, 2018

Cortez Masto Cosponsors Legislation To Fight Illegal Robocalls

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, a member of the Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet, cosponsored the Robocall Enforcement Enhancement Act of 2018. The legislation was introduced by Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) to help the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) prosecute violations of its automated telemarketing call rules by increasing the statute of limitations from one year to three. "Congress must do more to protect … Continue Reading


April 18, 2018

Cortez Masto Introduces Inaugural Committee Transparency Act

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced the Inaugural Committee Transparency Act of 2018 to increase oversight and public disclosure of how presidential inaugural committees spend the millions of dollars they raise. "Hundreds of millions of dollars from special interests have been donated to inaugural committees, but because of loopholes in the law, the public has no idea how that money is being spent," said Cortez Masto. "The American people deserve … Continue Reading


April 18, 2018

Cortez Masto Statement on the Passing of Former First Lady Barbara Bush

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement celebrating the life and legacy of former First Lady Barbara Bush: "I am saddened by the news of the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush. Barbara Bush was a committed public servant, a caring mother, and a devoted wife. Her love of family and country will continue to be an example for us all. Her dedication to improving literacy in America through the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family … Continue Reading


April 17, 2018

Cortez Masto, Colleagues Call on Facebook to Address Discriminatory Advertising

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) led her colleagues in sending a letter to Facebook's CEO Mark Zukerberg urging the company to strengthen its targeted advertising policies to combat discrimination in online advertisements for housing and employment opportunities. "While targeted ads can be a tremendous tool for businesses and organizations, the unregulated use of such targeting for housing and employment advertising can facilitate unlawful discrimination." … Continue Reading


April 17, 2018

Cortez Masto: Congress Must Take Bipartisan Action to Address Critical Challenges Facing Indian Country

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement after she opposed legislation that would have undermined critical workplace protections in Indian country: "The Senate missed an opportunity to tackle critical challenges facing Indian country in a bipartisan way. Native American communities have been waiting on this Republican Congress to work across the aisle to expand access to health care in Indian country, work on real tax reform that … Continue Reading


April 17, 2018

Cortez Masto: On Tax Day Nevadans Wonder How Much Damage GOP Plan Will Have On Their Family’s Future

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement on Tax Day 2018 and the detrimental long-term impact of the #GOPTaxScam on Nevada families: "The biggest concern I hear from Nevadans on the Republican tax plan is what this bill means for their future and their family's financial security. We know that while the Republican tax plan may result in a modest break for some middle class families in the short term, these cuts will expire while big … Continue Reading


April 16, 2018

Cortez Masto Announces Federal NeighborWorks Grants to Support Affordable Housing in Southern Nevada

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement applauding NeighborWorks America for awarding grant funds to two Southern Nevada non-profit organizations dedicated to providing Nevada families with affordable housing and home ownership assistance. "Nevada's economy continues to grow at a record rate, and yet we have the lowest supply of affordable homes of any state in the nation. All Nevadans deserve a secure and stable place to live, which is … Continue Reading


April 14, 2018

Cortez Masto Statement on U.S. Missile Strikes Against Syria

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement in response to the United States' strike against the Syrian regime: "The use of chemical weapons against innocent civilians is unacceptable under any circumstances. The Assad regime must be held accountable for its atrocious behavior. The United States and our allies must ensure that we pursue every effort to eliminate Assad's capacity to conduct chemical warfare. President Trump and his … Continue Reading


April 12, 2018

Cortez Masto Hosts Video Conference Calls With Nevada High School Students

Senator Cortez Masto talks to Battle Mountain High School Students from her Washington, D.C. Office Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) hosted two video conference conversations with Nevada high school students this week. The Senator spoke to students from Battle Mountain High School about their experience competing in the Capitol Hill Challenge - Stock Market Game, a game she sponsored the high school for, that teaches students how to invest in the stock market … Continue Reading


April 12, 2018

Cortez Masto to OMB Director Mulvaney: Why Are You Taking Steps to Undermine the Consumer Bureau?

Watch a video of the questioning here. Washington, D.C. - In today's Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Hearing, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) questioned Office of Budget and Management Director Mick Mulvaney about his attempts to initiate the process to deny public access to information used to protect consumers. The mission of the CFPB is to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, and fraudulent banking practices like the ones that led to the financial crisis of 2008. … Continue Reading

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