Press Releases
Cortez Masto, Rosen Send Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter to USDA Urging Support for Cattle Producers Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) led a bipartisan, bicameral letter with U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and John Thune (R-S.D.) along with U.S. Reps. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue. In the letter, the Members of Congress requested that he provide immediate assistance to cattle producers by using the resources provided in the recently enacted Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and … Continue Reading
April 04, 2020
Cortez Masto Joins Legislation that Would Make Older Children and Adult Dependents Eligible for COVID-19 Relief Payments
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined legislation led by Senator Tina Smith (D-Minn.) that would make dependents 17 and older count toward what a family gets in direct payments from the bipartisan coronavirus relief package signed into law last week. Under the CARES Act, an economic stimulus payment of $1,200 per adult and $500 per child will go to most taxpayers with incomes below $75,000 for single taxpayers and $150,000 for married taxpayers. The payment is … Continue Reading
April 03, 2020
Cortez Masto Details Relief for Small Businesses and Nonprofits Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic
Las Vegas, Nev. - In a Medium post published today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) highlighted resources available to Nevada's small businesses and nonprofits affected by COVID-19 and encouraged them to consult her Disaster Resource Guide for more information. Full text of the post can be found here and below: Help for Small Businesses During the Coronavirus Pandemic By U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto For small business owners in Nevada and across the nation, this is an … Continue Reading
April 03, 2020
Cortez Masto, Rosen Call for Release of $900 Million in Low Income Home Energy Assistance to States
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) joined a letter led by Senators Jack Reed (D-R.I.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) urging the Trump Administration to quickly release $900 million in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding that Congress included in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. As the economic impact of the coronavirus spreads, the senators say it is critical to help low-income families and … Continue Reading
April 02, 2020
Cortez Masto Introduces Legislation to Improve Mental Health Resources for Members of National Guard and Reserve
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) recently introduced legislation to increase mental health support for members of the National Guard and Reserve. Her legislation would direct the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a study on current mental health programs that serve National Guard and Reserve members and provide recommendations for improved and expanded services. "Nevada's dedicated National Guard members and Reservists face many unique challenges … Continue Reading
April 02, 2020
Cortez Masto to Nevada Homeowners Impacted by COVID-19: You Have Options
Las Vegas, Nev. - In a Medium post published today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) highlighted resources available to homeowners impacted by COVID-19 and encouraged struggling Nevadans to consult her Disaster Resource Guide. Full text of the post can be found here and below: Nevada homeowners impacted by COVID-19, you have options By U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Homeowners across Nevada are facing uncertainty in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Many are finding … Continue Reading
April 02, 2020
Cortez Masto, Rosen Join Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Calling on HHS to Help Rural Health Providers
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) joined Senators John Barrasso, M.D. (R-Wyo.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and U.S. Representatives Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.-01) and Kim Schrier, M.D. (D-Wash.-08) in a bipartisan, bicameral letter to the Trump administration urging them to provide immediate assistance to rural hospitals and clinics. The lawmakers specifically call on Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Azar to use the funding … Continue Reading
April 01, 2020
Cortez Masto Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Push for Swift, Effective Implementation of Tribal Provisions of the CARES Act
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined a letter led by Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.) to President Donald Trump requesting that federal agencies implementing the Tribal provisions of the CARES Act do so in a manner that upholds the federal trust and treaty responsibilities to Indian Tribes, respects Tribal sovereignty and provides for meaningful government-to-government consultation with Indian Tribes. The bipartisan, bicameral group of 18 senators and 12 U.S. … Continue Reading
April 01, 2020
Cortez Masto, Rosen Urge FTC to Protect Consumers from Price Gouging During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) joined a letter led by Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to protect consumers from price gouging during the coronavirus pandemic. In the letter, the senators call on the agency to use the full extent of its authority to prevent abusive price gouging on consumer health products that members of the public need to protect themselves and their loved ones from the spread … Continue Reading
April 01, 2020
Cortez Masto: Food Assistance is Available Across Nevada
Las Vegas, Nev. - In a Medium post published today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) directed Nevadans to her Disaster Resource Guide and outlined how they can obtain food assistance during the coronavirus pandemic. The full text of the post can be found here and below. Food Assistance is Available Across Nevada By U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Over 300,000 Nevadans are struggling with hunger, and of those, over 130,000 are children. These Nevadans are now facing … Continue Reading
April 01, 2020
Cortez Masto Calls on Administration to Provide Guidance to Child Welfare Agencies in the Wake of Coronavirus Crisis
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) in urging the Trump administration to issue national guidance for child welfare agencies that must still work to protect and support children during the COVID-19 outbreak. In a letter sent to Vice President Mike Pence and the Administration on Children, Youth and Families Commissioner Elizabeth Darling, the senators urged the administration to issue comprehensive guidance to … Continue Reading
March 31, 2020
Cortez Masto: Here’s How Nevadans Can Get Unemployment Assistance
Las Vegas, Nev. - In a Medium post published today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) directed Nevadans to her Disaster Resource Guide and outlined how they can obtain unemployment assistance during the coronavirus pandemic. The full text of the post can be found here and below. If You've Been Laid Off Because of COVID-19, Here's How to Get Unemployment Assistance by U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto The coronavirus pandemic means that many businesses across the Silver State … Continue Reading
March 31, 2020
Cortez Masto Statement on Equal Pay Day
Las Vegas, Nev. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) today released the following statement marking Equal Pay Day: "At this time of economic uncertainty, it's even more important than ever that Nevada's women can earn the equivalent of men and provide crucial support for their families. I'm working in the Senate to make sure everyone's work is valued, and I'll continue pushing to make the promise of equal pay a reality." BACKGROUND: This year, Equal Pay Day, which marks how much … Continue Reading
March 30, 2020
Cortez Masto Delivers Message to Nevadans: Reach Out to My Office, We Can Help You Access Federal Assistance in Wake of COVID-19
Las Vegas, Nev. - In a Medium post published today, U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) directed Nevadans to her Disaster Resource Guide and outlined how her office can help Nevadans access the federal resources they need during the coronavirus pandemic. The full text of the post can be found here and below. If You Need Assistance with a Federal Agency in the Wake of COVID-19, My Office is Here to Help By U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto As the coronavirus continues to … Continue Reading
March 29, 2020
Cortez Masto, Rosen Press Trump Administration on Failure to Help States with Dire Medical Supply Shortages
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) joined a letter led by Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash.) to Vice President Mike Pence demanding increased transparency and answers regarding the Trump Administration's failure to assist states as they face dire shortages of medical supplies needed to combat coronavirus. The Senators also urged the White House to empower the recently announced Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force to activate every avenue … Continue Reading
March 28, 2020
Cortez Masto Cosponsors Bill to Provide Broadband Access to Students Affected by Coronavirus Crisis
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) in cosponsoring bipartisan legislation to provide assistance to families who need internet connectivity during the coronavirus crisis. The Keeping Critical Connections Act would appropriate $2 billion for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help small broadband companies provide students and their families with access over the course of this public health … Continue Reading
March 26, 2020
Cortez Masto, Rosen Join Bill to Stop Price Gouging in Emergencies
Washington, D.C. - As consumers across Nevada continue to report excessive prices from some sellers during the coronavirus outbreak, U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) joined Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) to introduce a bill that would prohibit price gouging. The Disaster and Emergency Pricing Abuse Prevention Act would prohibit selling or offering for sale essential goods and services at … Continue Reading
March 25, 2020
Cortez Masto: Coronavirus Relief Package an Investment in Nevada’s Economy and Health Care System
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) spoke on the Senate floor tonight to discuss the work she is doing to protect the health, safety and economic wellbeing of Nevada's workers, businesses and families during the coronavirus pandemic. In her remarks, the Senator highlighted the perseverance of Nevadans during this crisis, commemorated the lives of the six Nevadans who lost their lives, expressed her hopes for the continued health of the over 300 Nevadans who have … Continue Reading
March 25, 2020
Cortez Masto, Colleagues Call for Task Forces to Streamline Vaccine Development, Medical Supply Chain
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined a bipartisan group of Senators, led by Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Tom Carper (D-Del.), in sending a letter to Vice President Mike Pence urging the Trump administration to establish two temporary task forces, one to "expedite and coordinate the development of COVID-19 vaccines, diagnostics, and treatments," and the other to "coordinate medical supply shortages and the development of innovative solutions to address … Continue Reading
March 24, 2020
Cortez Masto, Senate Democrats Raise Concerns About Harmful Medicaid Regulation
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) led 25 of their Senate colleagues in calling on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to withdraw the proposed Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Rule (MFAR), a dangerous proposal to disrupt state Medicaid financing. The rule's complex technical changes would limit the types of financing mechanisms states can use to … Continue Reading
