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Press Releases 11/4/2015
Tillis Opposes Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule
The Obama Administration’s WOTUS rule is the latest federal government land grab that will expand the scope of federal authority over land and water at the expense of farmers, ranchers, landowners and business owners across the country.
Press Releases 11/3/2015
Tillis, Rouzer, Burr, Jones send letter to FEMA urging for disaster relief
“The devastating effects of Hurricane Joaquin on the North Carolina coast caused damages that will continue to plague our beaches and local economies in the region for some time to come,” said Senator Thom Tillis. “I urge FEMA Administrator Fugate to join our state in helping to rebuild our beach communities, ensuring a strong tourism industry that our local economies depend on.”
Press Releases 10/30/2015
Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Improve H-2B Visa Program
This bipartisan legislation would streamline the program to eliminate ambiguities and establish clear parameters for employers hiring H-2B workers, require increased coordination between federal agencies, and bring transparency to the program operations for greater efficiency while ensuring American workers are not displaced.
Press Releases 10/29/2015
Tillis Applauds Bipartisan Proposal to Restore Important Crop Insurance Funds
Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) applauded a bipartisan proposal reached between Senate and House leadership and the Senate and House Agriculture Committees to restore crop insurance funding cuts in the omnibus that were originally included Bipartisan Budget Agreement.
Press Releases 10/29/2015
Tillis and Burr Applaud Air Force Decision to Establish New Flight Squadron in NC
“Establishing the new flight squadron at Seymour Johnson reaffirms the fact that America’s military does not move unless North Carolina goes first,” said Sen. Tillis.
Press Releases 10/28/2015
Tillis Joins Bipartisan Group To Raise Concerns Over H-2B Certification Process
The bipartisan letter explains the complications employers with H-2B workers face when working with the Department, specifically the excessive delays in requesting a prevailing wage determination.
Press Releases 10/27/2015
Tillis Questions Secretary Carter and General Dunford on Veto of NDAA
“I find it remarkable given the circumstances we are in now and the testimony today, that we would take a step back with this NDAA while we continue to fight this fight,” said Senator Tillis
Press Releases 10/23/2015
Tillis & Burr Applaud Selection of Margaret Spellings as UNC System President
“Secretary Spellings is an extremely qualified individual who has the experience needed to lead the UNC System into the next era of distinction,” said Senator Thom Tillis
Press Releases 10/22/2015
Tillis and Burr: President Undermines National Security, Vetoes Funding For Troops
“President Obama’s veto today not only threatens the military readiness and security of our nation, but also represents a stunning rejection of the longstanding tradition of casting partisan politics aside to prioritize and protect the brave men and women in uniform who risk their lives for us every single day."
Press Releases 10/22/2015
Tillis Co-Sponsors Sentencing Reform Bill; Proposes Language Requiring Case-By-Case Review
“During my tenure as Speaker of the House in North Carolina, I worked across party lines to enact the most significant sentencing and corrections reform effort undertaken in decades…Although it is not perfect, I’ve co-sponsored the bipartisan Sentencing Reform and Corrections Act with the hope that we can accomplish similar outcomes at the federal level..."
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