John Fetterman

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110 records, Jan 24, 2023 Jul 30, 2026 · 24 votes · 86 statements

JULY 2026

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Fetterman Meets with Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) met with Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding to discuss the Farm Bill, strengthening SNAP benefits, investing in small farmers, trade with Canada, and other…

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Fetterman Joins Colleagues in Reintroducing Federal Marijuana Legalization Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined his Senate Democratic colleagues in reintroducing the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, comprehensive legislation that would end the harmful federal prohibition of…

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MAY 2026

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Fetterman Leads Colleagues in Reintroducing Bill to Protect Washington’s Trail

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) led his colleagues in reintroducing the bipartisan, bicameral Washington’s Trail — 1753 National Historic Trail Feasibility Study Act to direct the Secretary of the Interior to…

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2 votes with the majority

APRIL 2026

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In Letter to DHS Secretary Mullin, Fetterman Reiterates Opposition on Proposed Pennsylvania ICE Warehouses

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following his original letter to former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) today sent a letter to DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin reiterating his opposition to…

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Fetterman, Britt Bill to Help Protect Mental Health of Minors Passes Committee

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Katie Britt’s (R-AL) Stop the Scroll Act passed the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee by voice vote. The bipartisan bill would create a mental health warning label requirement…

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Fetterman, McCormick Joint Statement on Antisemitism Investigation

BRADDOCK, PA — Today, following Judge Gerald J. Pappert’s ruling that approves the administration’s effort to obtain information on Penn Jewish faculty as part of an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission subpoena, U.S. Senators John…

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MARCH 2026

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Fetterman Continues Fight for Food Worker Rights in Reintroduction of SNAP Legislation

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) reintroduced the Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act to require Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) authorized retailers to treat delivery drivers fairly, pay…

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In Letter to Department of Education, Fetterman Expresses Opposition to Professional Degree Reclassification

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon urging the Department of Education to reconsider finalizing a proposed rule that would reclassify nursing degrees as…

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Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Expand Nutrition Assistance for Puerto Rico

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Democratic Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-NY) introduced the Puerto Rico Nutrition Assistance Fairness Act to address inequalities in food…

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FEBRUARY 2026

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Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect SNAP Benefits Against Theft

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and U.S. Representatives Dan Goldman (D-NY-10) and Mike Lawler (R-NY-17) introduced their bipartisan, bicameral Enhanced Cybersecurity…

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Fetterman Secures Nearly $300 Million in Federal Funds for Pennsylvania Projects

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced $289,366,974 in Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) funding was included in the eleven FY26 Appropriations bills signed into law, supporting 121 projects…

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Fetterman, Colleagues Urge Extension of Library Passport Acceptance Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to the Trump administration banning local libraries as passport acceptance facilities, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) led his colleagues in a bipartisan and bicameral letter to Secretary of State Marco…

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Fetterman Criticizes Proposed Pennsylvania ICE Warehouses in Letter to DHS Secretary Noem

BRADDOCK, PA – Following reports of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) intention to convert two recently purchased warehouse facilities into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers, U.S. Senator John…

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JANUARY 2026

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Fetterman, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Reduce Barriers to Organic Agriculture

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined 14 bicameral lawmakers in reintroducing the Opportunities in Organic Act to help farmers and other agricultural producers transition to organic practices, and build…

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DECEMBER 2025

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Fetterman, McCormick Joint Statement on Passage of Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, Now Heads to President’s Desk

WASHINGTON, D.C. – After clearing the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, legislation to allow schools participating in the National School Lunch Program to serve…

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NOVEMBER 2025

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ICYMI: Fetterman, Colleagues Introduce Bicameral Bill Expanding Social Security Benefits for Seniors

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), and U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski (D-IL), to introduce the…

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SEPTEMBER 2025

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Fetterman Cosponsors Bill to Protect Veterans and Low-Income Families from Housing Discrimination

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) cosponsored the bicameral Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2025, introduced by Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA). This bill aims to make it easier for veterans…

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With Federal Workers Under Attack, Fetterman Joins Legislation to Repeal Union-Busting Executive Orders

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman helped introduce a bipartisan legislation to repeal two union-busting executive orders and restore collective bargaining rights and workplace protections for federal workers. The…

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AUGUST 2025

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Fetterman, Colleagues Urge USDA to Restore LGBTQI+ Nondiscrimination Protections in School Meal Programs

Washington, D.C. – On August 25, Senators Fetterman (D-PA) and Schatz (D-HI), and Representatives Takano (D-CA) and Craig (D-MN) urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reverse recent guidance that weakens nondiscrimination…

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JULY 2025

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The Philadelphia Inquirer: A bipartisan Senate housing bill includes a national version of a Pa. home repair program

Sen. John Fetterman has sought to replicate state Sen. Nikil Saval’s Whole Home Repairs policy, which created a grant program for homeowners and small landlords to fix their properties. By Jake Blumgart Washington, D.C. Tuesday saw a rare…

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Fetterman, Cramer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Preserve Payment Choice

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND) introduced the Payment Choice Act to preserve payment options for consumers. This legislation ensures customers can use cash as a form of payment and are…

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Philadelphia Inquirer: Senate to vote on cuts to NPR and PBS. Here’s how WHYY and other Pa. stations would be impacted.

“Mr. Rogers, a Pittsburgh icon, taught us kindness and empathy. My wife, Gisele, learned English watching PBS,” said U.S. Sen. John Fetterman (D., Pa.), who opposes the federal cuts. By: Rob Tornoe Washington, D.C. – With Republicans on…

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JUNE 2025

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Fetterman, McCormick Applaud Progress on Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, Call for Increased School Meal Flexibility

Washington, D.C. – Today, the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry overwhelming passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act by voice vote. United States Senator Fetterman (D-PA), a member of the committee, was proud to…

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MAY 2025

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ICYMI: Fetterman, Cornyn, Blumenthal, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Aid Recovery of Nazi-Confiscated Art

Washington, D.C. – On May 22, 2025, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined a bipartisan group of his Senate colleagues to introduce the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery (HEAR) Act, which would aid in the recovery of Nazi-looted art…

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Senators Fetterman, Kelly, Young, Murkowski, and Colleagues Introduce SHIPS for America Act to Boost American Shipbuilding, Strengthen US Economy and National Security

Washington, D.C. – On April 30, 2025, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Todd Young (R-IN), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) to introduce the Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security…

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Fetterman, Husted Introduce Resolution Spotlighting Children’s Mental Health Awareness

“As someone who’s been open about my own mental health journey, I know firsthand that silence can be deadly. Our kids deserve to grow up in a world where asking for help is easy and stigma-free.” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators…

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APRIL 2025

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ICYMI: Senator Fetterman Introduces Legislation to Increase Children’s Access to Free School Meals, Streamline Direct Certification Process for School Districts

Washington, D.C. – On April 10, 2025, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) introduced the School Meal Modernization and Hunger Elimination Act, critical legislation that would expand access to free or reduced price school lunches for…

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The Washington Post: Sen. John Fetterman criticizes Trump’s gutting of AmeriCorps

In The Press April 17, 2025 By: Mariana Alfaro The Washington Post: Sen. John Fetterman criticizes Trump’s gutting of AmeriCorps Washington, D.C. – Sen. John Fetterman on Thursday criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to slash…

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Fetterman, Van Hollen, Huffman Push Bill to End Decades of Underfunding in Special Education

Legislation would guarantee full federal funding for IDEA, fulfilling a 50-year-old promise to America’s students and families Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joined Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and U.S.…

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Fetterman Leads Bipartisan Bill to Provide More Flexible Milk Options in School Lunches

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman [D-PA], along with his colleagues Sens. John Kennedy [R-LA] and Cory Booker [D-NJ], introduced the Freedom in School Cafeterias and Lunches (FISCAL) Act. This…

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MARCH 2025

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Fetterman Introduces Bill to Provide SNAP Benefits for Striking Workers

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman joined Representatives Alma Adams (D-NC-12) and Greg Casar (D-TX-35) to introduce the Food Secure Strikers Act, legislation to allow striking workers to qualify for…

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Senator Fetterman Leads Introduction of School Lunch Debt Cancellation Act

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) introduced legislation that would direct the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to pay off all outstanding student meal debt. The legislation also would grant the USDA…

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Senator Fetterman, Members of PA Delegation Introduce Bill to Rename Norristown Post Office in Honor of African American Historian Charles Blockson

Washington, D.C. – Today, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) introduced legislation to rename the Norristown Post Office after Charles Blockson, a prominent African American historian. Representatives Madeleine Dean (D-PA-04) led 12 members of…

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FEBRUARY 2025

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Senators Fetterman, Smith, Cramer, and Britt Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Boost Domestic Bus Manufacturing

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman joined Senators Tina Smith (D-MN), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), and Katie Britt (R-AL) to reintroduce bipartisan legislation to cut red tape and strengthen the domestic bus manufacturing…

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Fetterman Statement on Release of Marc Fogel

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) released the following statement on the release of Marc Fogel, a Pennsylvania school teacher who was wrongfully detained in Russia for nearly four years: “Marc Fogel’s return…

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JANUARY 2025

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Senator Fetterman Secures Over $52 Million in Federal Funding for Pennsylvania Infrastructure Projects

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced more than $52 million in federal funding for infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania. These grants, awarded through the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)…

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Senator Fetterman Proudly Takes on New Senate Committee Assignments to Serve Pennsylvanians in the 119th Congress

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) is honored to announce his new Senate committee assignments for the 119th Congress. These assignments reflect his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Pennsylvanians…

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DECEMBER 2024

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Fetterman, Casey Celebrate Confirmation of Keli Neary to U.S. District Court in Pennsylvania

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Pennsylvania U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Bob Casey (D-PA) proudly celebrated the Senate’s confirmation of Keli Neary to serve as a judge on the United States District Court for the Middle District…

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Sens. Fetterman, Casey, Rep. Lee Praise $303.5 Million DOE Loan to Eos Energy Enterprises, Boosting Battery Manufacturing and Union Jobs in Pennsylvania

Washington, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), and Congresswoman Summer Lee (PA-12) celebrated the Biden-Harris Administration’s announcement of a $303.5 million loan guarantee to Eos…

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Fetterman, Casey Celebrate Catherine Henry’s Confirmation to Federal Bench

Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Bob Casey (D-PA) celebrate the Senate’s confirmation of Catherine Henry to serve as a federal judge for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of…

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SEPTEMBER 2024

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Fetterman, Britt Introduce Bill to Require Mental Health Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms

“As a Senator, but more importantly, as a dad to three young kids, I feel a duty to address how dangerous unchecked social media can be for our mental health.” Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Katie…

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Senator Fetterman Chairs Hearing to Expand Access to Free School Meals

“Honestly, this shouldn’t even be a conversation. It’d be like asking kids to pay for the school bus every morning” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), Chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Food and…

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Fetterman Introduces Bill to Designate Washington’s Trail as a National Historic Trail

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) introduced the “Washington’s Trail—1753 National Historic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2024.” This legislation directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study on the…

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