Press Releases 04/20/2016
Navy and Marines Corps To Tillis: Cherry Point Upgrades “Absolutely Critical”
In response, Admiral Grosklags said that the F-35 Lift Fan Repair Facility was “absolutely critical” for Cherry Point.
Press Releases 04/19/2016
Tillis: Pentagon’s Deactivation Of 440th Already Compromising Army Training And Readiness
Last Month, The Air Force Only Met 61% Of The Army’s Paratrooper Jump Requirements
Press Releases 04/18/2016
Tillis Introduces Resolution Designating National Lineman Appreciation Day
Senator Tillis announced the introduction of a Senate resolution to designate April 18, 2016, as National Lineman Appreciation Day.
Press Releases 04/14/2016
Tillis & Franken Introduce Bipartisan Bill
This bipartisan bill addresses an injustice by recognizing the courageous soldiers who were tasked with cleaning the fallout and debris from nuclear tests in the Marshall Islands during the 1970s.
Press Releases 04/14/2016
Tillis Praises Committee Passage of Kevin and Avonte’s Law
The bipartisan legislation provides resources to help families locate loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease, autism, or other related conditions that make them prone to wander.
Press Releases 04/12/2016
Tillis Co-Sponsors Protections Against Terrorist Transfer Act of 2016
The Obama Administration’s previous transfer of terrorists from Guantanamo to other countries resulted in terrorists returning to the battlefield, jeopardizing the security of America and our allies.
Press Releases 04/12/2016
Senators Tillis, Carper Applaud Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Help Federal Agencies Better Detect and Prevent Fraud
“I’m pleased that the Senate came together to pass legislation that will require more accountability for federal agencies and better protect Americans and their hard-earned tax dollars from the risk of fraud," said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 04/6/2016
Tillis: Investment To Cure Alzheimer’s Disease Can Save Lives, Heartbreak, And Money
"There are very few opportunities where the head and the heart align in areas of public policy in such a compelling way,” said Senator Tillis.
Press Releases 04/5/2016
Tillis: U.S. Lacks Infrastructure Required To Combat Major Cybersecurity Attacks
Senator Tillis questioned Admiral Michael S. Rogers, Commander of the U.S. Cyber Command.
Press Releases 03/24/2016
Following Pressure From Burr & Tillis, VA Grants Disability Benefits to Lejeune Veterans with Bladder Cancer
While there was no excuse for the VA to initially deny disability compensation for veterans who developed bladder cancer as a result of past toxic water contamination at Camp Lejeune, I’m grateful that the VA made the right decision in the end.