US Senator Tommy Tuberville (AL)
Recent News About US Senator Tommy Tuberville (AL)
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ICYMI: Tuberville, Sage Steele: What Democrats’ vote against women reveals about the future of sports
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and veteran sports broadcaster Sage Steele highlighted the importance of protecting female athletes in a recent op-ed on Fox News. The piece focused on the impact of Title IX and the need to preserve women's sports by keeping men out.Senator Tuberville and Steele emphasized the significance of Title IX, with Tuberville stating, "Fifty-two years ago, Congress passed Title IX, a law ensuring equal access for men and women to the lessons, life skills, and opportunities that come from sports." He further added, "We have both...
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Tuberville Sponsors Resolution Condemning Nicaraguan Regime Religious Persecution
Washington – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has sponsored a resolution in the U.S. Senate condemning the Nicaraguan government's actions against pastors affiliated with Mountain Gateway Order, whose founders are from Alabama. This resolution has also been supported by U.S. Senators Rick Scott, Katie Britt, Ted Cruz, and Kevin Cramer.The resolution comes in response to recent events where the Nicaraguan government has unjustly imprisoned 13 pastors associated with the evangelical group Mountain Gateway, despite having the government's approval and support. Additionally, the...
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Tuberville Votes No On $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) made a decisive move by voting against the $1.2 trillion spending bill. Expressing his concerns, Senator Tuberville stated, "This 1,000-page, $1.2 trillion bill was delivered without adequate time to review and is packed with wasteful spending and budget gimmicks that try to hide the true cost." Tuberville highlighted the dire financial situation of the nation, saying, "Our nation is nearly $35 trillion in debt. We’ve got to get a handle on our spending, and this bill is all talk and no action."In addition to fiscal...
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Tuberville Presses HHS for Answers in Wake of Change Healthcare Cyber Attack
Washington – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) have called on the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide more information regarding the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare. The attack has caused significant disruptions in the healthcare sector, affecting patients and providers not only in Alabama but across the United States.In a joint statement, the Senators expressed their concerns about the inadequacy of HHS' response to the cyberattack, stating that the agency has not been forthcoming with information to...
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Tuberville, Marshall Request Expedited Review of Financial Aid Applications
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville and U.S. Senator Roger Marshall have jointly called on the U.S. Department of Education to expedite the review of financial aid applications for colleges and universities. The Senators, along with bipartisan support from Senators Tim Kaine and John Hickenlooper, expressed concerns about the current challenges faced by educational institutions with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process.In a letter addressed to Secretary Cardona, the Senators highlighted the importance of simplifying the FAFSA process to ease the burden...
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Senator Tuberville Discusses Biden's Failures on World Stage on Fox Business
Senator Tommy Tuberville recently appeared on "The Evening Edit" on Fox Business Network with Elizabeth MacDonald to discuss the current state of foreign affairs under the Biden administration. Tuberville addressed various issues, including the situation in Haiti and the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan.Regarding the situation in Haiti, Tuberville expressed his concerns, stating, "It’s a disaster, Liz... This is the eleventh embassy that Joe Biden’s had to evacuate in only three years." He highlighted the challenges faced by Americans trapped in Haiti and criticized...
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Senator Tuberville Urges Action to Address NIL Issues in College Sports
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama has voiced his concerns about the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) issues on college sports, particularly in light of the ongoing March Madness tournaments. In an op-ed for the Daily Caller, Senator Tuberville emphasized the need for standardized rules regarding NIL deals to safeguard the future of college athletics.Expressing his worries, Senator Tuberville stated, "I’m concerned that this may be the last March Madness as we know it." He highlighted the lack of national regulations for NIL endorsement contracts,...
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Tuberville Demands Answers From NCAA, Dept of Ed on Title IX
On March 21, 2024, U.S. Senator Tuberville and Ranking Republican Senator Bill Cassidy addressed critical concerns regarding transgender athletes and Title IX in a formal letter to the NCAA. In their communication, they sought clarification on the NCAA's policies and actions regarding transgender athlete participation.Senator Tuberville's strong advocacy for preserving Title IX stems from his extensive experience as an educator, mentor, and coach spanning over four decades. Expressing his worries about the future of girls’ and women’s sports, the Senator emphasized the...
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Tuberville Sponsors Resolution Honoring Women in Ag Day
On March 21, 2024, the United States Senate unanimously passed a resolution, sponsored by U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), designating today as "National Women in Agriculture Day," honoring "countless women who help agriculture prosper both at home and abroad." Senator Tuberville, Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and Ranking Member of the Rural Development and Energy Subcommittee, continues to stand up in support of American farmers and encourage more women to enter the agriculture industry.The resolution was co-sponsored by a long list of U.S. Senators...
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Tuberville Votes to Block Paraguayan Beef Imports
Washington, Mar 21 2024 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has voted in favor of overturning the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s rule to resume Paraguayan beef imports, as the U.S. Senate passed a Congressional Review Act resolution by a bipartisan vote of 70-25.Concerns over food processing and sanitary standards in Paraguay, particularly regarding Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), have been raised. Senator Tuberville emphasized the impact on Alabama's cattle industry, stating, "Today is a huge win for Alabama’s cattlemen. Not only did the USDA’s rule jeopardize our domestic...
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Tuberville Honors More Victims of Illegal Alien Crime
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) once again addressed the Senate floor, highlighting the tragic deaths of Americans at the hands of illegal aliens. Tuberville emphasized the need for the Biden Administration to secure the border and prevent criminals from entering the country unlawfully.Tuberville recounted heartbreaking stories of individuals who lost their lives due to illegal alien-related incidents, including Laken Riley, Washington State Trooper Chris Gadd, Travis Wolfe, and 11-year-old Aiden Clark. He underscored the devastating impact of these losses on...
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Tuberville Honors National Agriculture Week, Continues to Stand Up for Farmers
Washington – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) continues to champion American farmers and agriculture workers, standing up against overregulation and advocating for their interests. In honor of National Agriculture Week, Senator Tuberville has taken significant actions to support American farmers.Senator Tuberville successfully pressured the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) into extending the poultry line speed waiver deadline, a move that will benefit Alabama poultry farmers. This extension to November 2024 allows poultry plants in Alabama to operate at higher...
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Tuberville Denounces Biden Regulation Threatening AL Paper Industry
Washington, Mar 18 2024 - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, along with several colleagues, has raised concerns about a regulation that could adversely affect the U.S. paper and pulp industry. The European Union's Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) has sparked worries among lawmakers, with Senator Tuberville emphasizing the potential negative impacts on American companies exporting forest products to the EU.In a letter addressed to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, the senators expressed their apprehensions about the EUDR, which is set to be enforced in...
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ICYMI: Tuberville Hosts Roundtable about Saving Women’s Sports
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently hosted a roundtable discussion focused on the importance of protecting women's sports. The event brought together former NCAA athletes, parents, and coaches to address the challenges facing women's sports. Coach Tuberville emphasized the bipartisan nature of the issue, stating, "This isn’t a Democrat or Republican problem – it’s an American problem." He urged his colleagues to prioritize the preservation of women's sports, warning, "If this doesn’t happen, if it continues to go the way it’s going, we will not have women’s sports."In...
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Following Tuberville Efforts, Biden Administration Reverses Course on Disastrous Catfish Rule
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that it is reversing course on a preliminary decision that would have severe economic impact on U.S. catfish farmers, including those in Alabama. A Federal Register notice indicated that the Administration is abandoning the preliminary decision which would have reduced the non-market economy (NME) anti-dumping duty from $2.39/kg to $0.14/kg for all producers controlled by the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Senator Tuberville expressed his satisfaction with the decision, stating, “This announcement is great news for...
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Tuberville Joins Call for Biden to Implement Targeted Sanctions on Nicaragua Following Regime’s Religious Persecution
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville has joined fellow senators in a call for President Joe Biden's administration to impose targeted sanctions on Nicaragua in response to escalating violations of religious freedom in the country. Along with Senators Rick Scott, Ted Cruz, and Katie Britt, Senator Tuberville expressed deep concern over the oppressive actions targeting religious groups in Nicaragua, particularly the founders of Mountain Gateway Ministries, Jon Britton “Britt” and Audrey Hancock."We write to you today with deep concern regarding repeated violations of religious...
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Tuberville Questions Generals About Terrorists Crossing Northern Border
Washington – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) raised concerns about border security during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing. Tuberville specifically focused on the northern border, inquiring about potential terrorist threats crossing into the country.During the hearing, Senator Tuberville asked General Gregory M. Guillot, USAF, Commander of the United States Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, about the measures in place to secure the northern border. General Guillot responded by highlighting the importance of monitoring the...
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Tuberville Continues Push Against Job-Killing EPA Standards
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) continues his push against job-killing EPA standards by cosponsoring a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at preventing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from enforcing new rules tightening National Ambient Air Quality Standards.Senator Tuberville, along with over thirty Senate colleagues, previously led a letter to the EPA demanding the rescission of the recently finalized NAAQS rule. The rule in question seeks to revise PM2.5 emissions standards, a move that Senator Tuberville argues will have...
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ICYMI: Tuberville Joins “The Faulkner Focus” to Discuss How Biden is Destroying Women’s Sports
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently discussed the importance of protecting girls' and women's sports during an interview on Fox News with former ESPN Host Sage Steele. Senator Tuberville highlighted the significance of his proposed legislation, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act and the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, aimed at preventing biological males from competing in female sports.During the interview, Senator Tuberville emphasized the detrimental impact of allowing biological males to participate in women's sports, stating,...
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ICYMI: Tuberville Criticizes Biden's Budget Proposal on Fox Business Network
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) recently appeared on Fox Business Network's "Kudlow" to discuss President Biden's budget proposal for FY25. During the interview, Tuberville expressed strong criticism towards Biden's budget priorities.When asked about Biden's budget, Tuberville stated, "I would argue that the whole budget is insane, but this is kind of more insane than the rest of the budget." He went on to highlight the increasing national debt and inflation, particularly emphasizing the $1.6 trillion allocated for Social Security and the substantial amount of money...