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Legislation gives the United States visibility into investments in national security sectors made in countries of concern, including People’s Republic of China Casey first introduced legislation in 2021, has worked to garner support in years since In June 2023, Casey made case for proposal as part of vision for American economic future in Pittsburgh speech Policy was included in Senate version of defense bill in 2023 after overwhelming, bipartisan vote of 91-6 While House Republican leadership...

Interdiction of Fentanyl at Federal Prisons Act to help BOP eliminate fentanyl and other illicit narcotics from entering prisons by mail Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and introduced legislation to protect prison officers, staff, and inmates from fentanyl and other illicit substances entering the Federal Prison System through inmate mail. By directing the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to develop a strategy that guarantees all mail is screened for...

At hearing, Casey released annual Aging Committee Fraud Book Hearing featured testimony from PA scam victim, law enforcement about how to prevent scams and support victims Casey touted his report on how 2017 Republican tax law penalized scam victims Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, held an Aging Committee hearing entitled “Fighting Fraud: How Scammers Are Stealing from Older Adults.” The hearing highlighted the...

Senators ramp up pressure on Administration to prevent China, other countries from surging steel into U.S. market via Mexico in violation of 2019 trade agreement, a practice that threatens American steel industry jobs, has contributed to plant closures Casey has long pushed Administration to stop trade cheats from hurting PA steel workers and manufacturers At Casey’s urging, Administration reached agreement with Mexico this year to crack down on Chinese steel dumping Washington, D.C. – U.S....

Farm to Food Bank Reauthorization Act will increase food for families in need by reimbursing farmers who donate their surplus products to food banks Bill to expand Casey’s Farm to Food Bank program, bring food to Pennsylvania families, increase farmer compensation, reduce food waste Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced legislation to make it easier for local farmers to provide food banks with excess food to help people in need and ensure less food goes to waste. The...

The Ensuring Access to Medicaid Buy-In Program Act would lift a restriction that currently prevents people with disabilities from buying-in to Medicaid after they turn 65 Currently, people with disabilities who receive care through Medicaid buy-in may be forced to retire rather than losing access Casey: “People with disabilities deserve to be given the resources and support they need to live and work independently no matter their age” Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA),...

Casey: “American women know that actions speak louder than words and when given the opportunity to protect IVF, Senate Republicans have once again failed them.” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) released the following statement on the failed Senate vote on the Right to IVF Act. Following the U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, an Alabama Supreme Court ruling jeopardized access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other fertility treatments for millions of...

Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program Act will support the purchase of more nutrient-rich dairy products, help Pennsylvania dairy farmers by supporting healthy dairy production DAIRY PRIDE Act will provide consumers clarity when choosing dairy products at the grocery store Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) cosponsored bipartisan legislation to support Pennsylvania dairy farmers and help low-income families purchase more healthy dairy products. The Dairy Nutrition Incentive...

In letters to housing and health agencies, Casey calls attention to the problems caused by hoarding disorder and pushes administration to support affected older adults, families, and communities Casey released report earlier this year detailing how hoarding behavior disproportionately affects older adults and how federal government should respond Letters call on agencies to follow recommendations in Casey’s report, including by expanding access to treatment for the condition and training local...

Administration set to raise tariffs on 12 key sectors including steel and aluminum, semiconductors, and batteries Casey urged President repeatedly to keep domestic market protections in place Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) announced that the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has finalized an increase on Section 301 tariffs to combat China’s unfair, anticompetitive practices. Casey repeatedly pushed for these increases as the Biden Administration reviewed these...

In Guardian op-ed, Casey calls for a national ban on price gouging and highlights how similar bans are already protecting consumers in states across the country Casey: “While companies have a right to turn a profit—even a substantial one —American consumers deserve to pay fair prices. That means holding giant corporations accountable when they go too far to make a buck.” Casey introduced the Price Gouging Prevention Act earlier this year, and Vice President Harris has recently embraced it as...

Combat Chinese Economic Aggression Act will protect U.S. technology and manufacturing by cracking down on trade cheating and investments in and from foreign countries of concern Casey legislation to strengthen U.S. economic and national security against evolving threats from China Casey: “The choice is ours: we can take control of our own future or we can let China eat our lunch” Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced legislation to strengthen American competitiveness...

Funding will forge a plan to transform Coopersdale and Oakhurst neighborhoods Johnstown neighborhoods also will be connected to jobs, community services, healthy foods, bikeshare, and accessible laundry Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) secured a $500,000 neighborhood planning grant to transform two isolated and distressed housing complexes in Johnstown. This federal funding will enable the Johnstown Housing Authority to begin plans to revitalize 121 units in the city’s...

An estimated 2.7 million children in the United States are being raised by grandparents, other relatives, or close family friends Grandfamilies face unique challenges and often are eligible for support from federal programs, but awareness of benefits is not widespread Casey launches guide to resources available to grandfamilies a month after introducing the Informing Grandfamilies Act Washington, D.C. - Today, in honor of National Kinship Care Month, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chairman of...

Funds will improve road safety in Harrisburg, Gettysburg, and Lower Paxton Township Made possible by the infrastructure law, the funding will help retime traffic lights at dangerous intersections, identify unsafe roads, and plan future safety upgrades Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) secured more than $2.4 million in federal funding to make roads in South Central Pennsylvania safer for all users. Safe street programs in Harrisburg, Lower Paxton...

Funds will create shared street on Calder Way, make downtown State College safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists Made possible by Casey’s vote for infrastructure law, the funding will include traffic calming measures, crosswalk visibility enhancements, additional bike lanes, and widening of sidewalks Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) secured $15,885,560 in federal funding to make Calder Way, a downtown corridor in State College, safer for...

Funding will improve pedestrian safety, support traffic injury studies, and develop programs to improve safety in underserved communities Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) and U.S. Congressman Dwight Evans (D-PA-3) announced a total of $8,711,688 in federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to increase traffic safety on Philadelphia and Southeastern Pennsylvania streets. The two awards will support projects to develop...

Made possible by Casey’s vote for infrastructure law, the funding will support road safety audits and deployment of projects to make streets safer in Pittsburgh Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) and U.S. Congresswoman Summer Lee (D-PA-12) secured $1,320,000 to perform road safety audits and deploy three projects to make Pittsburgh roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. The funding was made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs...

Senator Casey has long advocated to protect domestic steel industry Since its announcement, Senator Casey has expressed grave concern about how the pending sale of U.S. Steel may undermine PA workers Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) released the following statement on U.S. Steel CEO David Burritt’s threats to leave Southwestern Pennsylvania if Nippon Steel cannot complete its purchase of the company. “David Burritt’s threats to abandon the very community that built U.S....

MASH DTI is a groundbreaking, job generating collaboration to drive semiconductor research, development, and manufacturing Congress passed the CHIPS and Science Act to boost U.S. leadership in global semiconductor manufacturing Producing chips in the U.S. benefits workers in industries that rely on semiconductors, from autoworkers to health care workers Members: “We are eager to continue to support and uplift the role that the Commonwealth will play in advancing American leadership in...