Press Releases 10/27/2017
Tillis & Burr Applaud Senate Advancement of Andrew Murray Nomination
“Andrew Murray has a decorated career in public service between his 35-year career in the United States Coast Guard and most recently as the District Attorney for the largest prosecutorial district in North Carolina,” said Senator Thom Tillis.
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis Responds To President’s Opioid Epidemic Declaration; Announces Support For Bipartisan Legislation To Assist In The Fight Against Addiction
President Trump has taken a strong stand by declaring the epidemic a medical emergency that requires an all-hands-on-deck approach.
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis Co-Sponsored Legislation to Fight National Rape Kit Backlog Passes Senate
“The SAFER Act takes an important step towards reducing the national rape-kit backlog, which in turn will help bring justice to victims and strengthen public safety,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis Secures Reprieve from European Financial Directive
“I applaud the SEC for protecting U.S. financial institutions from European rules that would cause chaos and harm to American business,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis Co-Sponsored Legislation Providing Farmers with Bankruptcy Relief Sent to President for Signature
The Family Farmer Bankruptcy Clarification Act of 2017 was included as part of the supplemental appropriations package approved in the Senate by a vote of 82-17.
Press Releases 10/26/2017
Tillis and Warren Urge IRS to Stop Lower-Income Military Retirees from Losing Benefits
"Surely our military retirees - most of whom have spent more than 20 years serving their country - should receive the same level of protection for their hard-earned retirement benefits that others receive for their Social Security benefits."
Press Releases 10/20/2017
Tillis & Burr Applaud Senate Advancement of Thomas Farr Nomination
“I applaud the Judiciary Committee for confirming Tom and urge the Senate to quickly approve his nomination so he can begin serving the people of Eastern North Carolina.”
Press Releases 10/19/2017
Tillis Questions Attorney General Sessions About Operation Chokepoint, DACA at Oversight Hearing
During the hearing, Senator Tillis asked Attorney General Sessions about ending Operation Chokepoint and the phase-out of DACA.
Press Releases 10/19/2017
Tillis Co-Sponsored Legislation Curbing Crimes Against Seniors Becomes Law
“We must do everything we can to stop all the forms of abuse and exploitation against senior citizens in North Carolina and across the country,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 10/10/2017
Senator Tillis Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Honoring Life of Dr. Samuel DuBois Cook
"Dr. Cook was an education pioneer who paved the way for more diversity among academic leaders at our nation's colleges and universities," said Senator Tillis.