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Cortez Masto & Heller Announce Over $190 Million for Defense-Related Projects in Nevada
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Dean Heller (R-Nev.) announced that over $190 million was included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) bill approved by the Senate for defense-related projects in the State of Nevada: "I am proud to have worked with my colleagues in a bipartisan way to ensure that our military facilities in Nevada, and throughout our country, receive the vital resources they need to keep our country safe," said Cortez Masto. "It … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Cortez Masto Touts Support for Nevada’s Service Members, Applauds Passage of National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement touting provisions she sponsored and cosponsored that were included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). These provisions strengthen our support for Nevada's service members, support diversity in our military, and ensure ongoing investment in our military's combat readiness, as well as critical military capabilities. "Our service members make great sacrifices to keep us safe and … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Cortez Masto Commemorates U.S. Air Force’s 70th Anniversary
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement commemorating the 70th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) founding: "For seven decades, the U.S. Air Force has protected our country and way of life. Our state of Nevada has a special relationship with the USAF. Both Creech and Nellis Air Force Bases welcome, house, and train countless airmen, as well as their families from all over the country. They are home to some of the premier … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Cortez Masto: Graham-Cassidy Threatens Nevada
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement on the Graham-Cassidy bill currently being discussed by Senate Republicans. "The latest Republican proposal to repeal the Affordable Care Act would take our state backwards. We cannot roll back the hard fought coverage gains Governor Sandoval's Medicaid expansion brought to our state. Republicans in the Senate must return to an open and bipartisan process where we focus on stabilizing the … Continue Reading
September 18, 2017
Cortez Masto Celebrates Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement in celebration of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) Week which is observed from September 18 to 24, 2017. Cortez Masto is a proud cosponsor of the Senate Resolution recognizing the work, goals, and achievements of over 470 non-profit Hispanic Serving Institutions throughout our nation. "A college education has never been so important. Unfortunately, those who come from families with limited … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Cortez Masto Applauds Federal Grant for Battery-Electric Bus
Reno, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) applauded today the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for awarding an $850,000 grant to the Tahoe Transportation District Project for a battery-electric bus. "As a growing state, Nevada has a special interest in strengthening public transportation through innovation and clean sources of energy. I thank the U.S. Department of Transportation for supporting Nevada's efforts towards realizing this priority. With their new … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Cortez Masto: DREAMers Are Not Alone In This Fight
Reno, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement unveiling her resource guide for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients to understand the resources and support available to them in Nevada. Click here to download the resource guide in English and in Spanish here. "For DREAMers, the United States is the only country they have ever known. They are our family members, our neighbors, our coworkers, and our soldiers. DREAMers should not … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Cortez Masto, Colleagues Urge DeVos to Uphold Protections for Sexual Assault Survivors and Instead Invest in Civil Rights Office
Reno, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and 28 other U.S. Senators in a letter to U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos advising her not to create chaos and uncertainty by rescinding guidance that directs schools on how to handle investigations of campus sexual assault. The Senators urged her to abandon her efforts to undermine survivors of sexual assault, and instead focus on her Department's ability to support schools, students and … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Cortez Masto Participates in Roundtable at Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce, Unveils Small Business Guide
Reno, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) participated today in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Reno-Sparks Chamber of Commerce. The Senator discussed the importance of increasing access to capital for Nevada businesses, creating more opportunities for women and people of color to open and grow small businesses, and unveiled her new Resource Guide for Nevada's Small Businesses. The guide will be available in both English and Spanish. "Nevada's business community is a … Continue Reading
September 15, 2017
Cortez Masto Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Reno, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement on Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated from September 15 to October 15: "Today marks the beginning for Hispanic Heritage Month. As a Mexican American, this month is special and dear to me. Hispanic people, history, culture, music, and the Spanish language have been instrumental in building the modern American identity. In Nevada alone, Hispanic culture has shaped our communities and even the … Continue Reading
September 14, 2017
Cortez Masto, Burr Introduce Bill to Promote Innovation in Transportation Systems to Address Challenges in Communities
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Richard Burr (R-N.C.) introduced the Moving and Fostering Innovation to Revolutionize Smarter Transportation or the Moving FIRST Act, a bill that will enhance the transportation systems of American communities through the use of innovative technology. This legislation will establish and build on the successes of the 2015 Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Cities Challenge administered by the … Continue Reading
September 13, 2017
Cortez Masto Commemorates 23rd Anniversary of Violence Against Women Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement commemorating the 23rd anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) becoming law: "Twenty-three years ago, Congress made history by passing the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). This monumental legislation has made enormous strides in combating violence and strengthened the rights of domestic violence survivors. VAWA has been instrumental in providing resources to law enforcement and … Continue Reading
September 13, 2017
Cortez Masto Statement in Recognition of National Suicide Prevention Week
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement in recognition of National Suicide Prevention Week, which runs from September 10-16, 2017: "This week, we send a message to everyone struggling with suicidal thoughts and depression: you are not alone. We recognize that depression is not a choice or a failure of willpower but a deadly disease that claims the lives of 44,193 Americans every single year. Depression is treatable and suicide is … Continue Reading
September 13, 2017
Cortez Masto Urges SEC, DOJ, & FTC to Investigate Equifax Stock Sales Following Data Breach
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined a bipartisan group of 36 U.S. Senators led by Jack Reed (D-R.I.) and John Kennedy (R-La.) in a letter asking the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate the sale of nearly $2 million in Equifax securities held by high-level Equifax executives shortly after the company learned of a massive cybersecurity breach. Equifax, a major … Continue Reading
September 13, 2017
Cortez Masto Prioritizes Supporting Nevada’s Service Members in National Defense Authorization Act
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) announced today that she has introduced four amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and worked with Senate colleagues on the Senate Armed Services Committee to protect remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) personnel. The amendment's Senator Cortez Masto offered address our country's cybersecurity defense readiness, safeguards funding for scholarship opportunities for minority serving institutions that educate … Continue Reading
September 12, 2017
Cortez Masto Celebrates Senate Passage of Anti-Human Trafficking, Banking Bills
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) today applauded the Senate's passage of three pieces of legislation, the Abolish Human Trafficking Act of 2017, the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2017, and the U.S. Territories Investor Protection Act. Cortez Masto co-sponsored these bills, which were designed to protect victims of human trafficking and strengthen safeguards for investors. "Combating human trafficking and protecting consumers were two of my top priorities … Continue Reading
September 12, 2017
Cortez Masto Launches New Bilingual Website
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement announcing the launch of her new bilingual website in both English and Spanish: "Spanish has always had a special role in Nevada. Our state's name and many of our towns and cities are Spanish and hundreds of thousands of Nevadans speak it as their native language at home, school, and businesses throughout the Silver State. As Nevada's Senator, I have the responsibility to ensure that all … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
Cortez Masto, Franken Lead Coalition of Senators Pushing Equifax to End Use of Forced Arbitration Clauses that Harm Consumers
Senators Also Ask Equifax to Clarify if It Supports New Consumer Financial Protection Rule That Would Limit Forced Arbitration Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Al Franken (D-Minn.) led a broad Democratic effort to push Equifax-the massive credit bureau that recently made public a data breach affecting 143 million Americans-to completely end its use of forced arbitration agreements, which limit the ability of consumers to pursue justice in a public court … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
Cortez Masto, Harris Host Mentorship Initiative Meeting with African American Staffers
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) hosted her third Cafecito con Catherine as part of her mentorship series to discuss challenges faced by minority congressional staffers in an effort to improve and help advance their career opportunities. Cortez Masto was joined by Senator Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.) to meet with African American female staffers to hear their perspective and talk about their ideas. In March and in May, Cortez Masto met with Latina Senate staffers … Continue Reading
September 11, 2017
Cortez Masto Statement On Anniversary of September 11th
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) released the following statement commemorating the 16th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks: "No one will ever forget where they were on September 11, 2001. I was in a courtroom in Washington, D.C. working as a district attorney when we were asked to evacuate after a plane crashed into the Pentagon. The horror of that day is still marked in our hearts, but even more powerful than the fear we felt is the hope and unity … Continue Reading
