Press Releases 06/4/2019
Senators Burr, Tillis Applaud House Passage of Critical Disaster Relief Funding
Since last fall, I have been working with Congressional Leadership to ensure our state receives the resources it needs to recover from Hurricane Florence.
Press Releases 06/4/2019
Tillis and Coons joint statement on the 30th anniversary of Tiananmen Square Massacre
As co-chairs of the Senate Human Rights Caucus, we honor and remember the Chinese students who raised their voices to call for democracy and freedom.
Press Releases 06/3/2019
Tillis Urges Appropriators to Protect Coast Guard Death Gratuities in the Event of a Government Shutdown
These benefits should never be subject to government inaction. We must ensure that our nation always meets its sacred obligation to the families of our fallen servicemembers.
Press Releases 05/24/2019
Tillis Secures Major Wins for NC Servicemembers, Military Families and Military Installations
The legislation includes several key provisions championed by Senator Tillis to improve the lives of our servicemembers and military families and makes critical improvements to North Carolina’s military installations in the wake of Hurricane Florence.
Press Releases 05/24/2019
Tillis Co-Sponsored Legislation to Crackdown on Illegal Robocalls Passes Senate
“Virtually every North Carolinian knows what it’s like to be harassed with an endless barrage of robocalls,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 05/23/2019
Tillis & Burr Secure Disaster Relief Funding for North Carolina
The Supplemental Appropriations Act included $19.1 billion to provide disaster relief for Americans impacted by hurricanes, wildfires, flooding, and other natural disasters.
Press Releases 05/23/2019
Tillis Co-Sponsors Bill To End Dangerous Sanctuary City Policies
“It’s inconceivable that cities across America blatantly ignore federal immigration laws and instead choose to harbor dangerous criminals who are here illegally,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 05/22/2019
Senate Confirms Kenneth D. Bell to Serve as Western North Carolina District Judge
Press Releases 05/22/2019
Sens. Tillis and Coons and Reps. Collins, Johnson, and Stivers Release Draft Bill Text to Reform Section 101 of the Patent Act
The release of this draft bill text comes after months of discussions with interested stakeholders.
Press Releases 05/22/2019
Tillis Leads Letter from NC Delegation Supporting USDA Relocating Key Agriculture Operations to Research Triangle
Senator Tillis recently applauded the USDA’s decision to select the Research Triangle as one of three finalists to become the new home of the ERS and NIFA.