Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Opioid Epidemic is Closer to Becoming Law

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today following House passage of the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) legislation (conference report): “Far too many Americans know the toll the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic is taking on our families, our communities and in... Continue Reading

Leader McConnell Statement on Democrat Filibuster of Department of Defense Funding Bill

“It is inexcusable to see Senate Democrats filibustering the defense appropriations bill, jeopardizing both our combat readiness and our national security. “This defense appropriations measure, like every other Fiscal Year 2017 funding bill, respects the budget caps in place and was reported out of committee at the earliest point in... Continue Reading

Senate Democrats Block Defense Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today on the Senate Democrats’ filibuster of the Defense Appropriations bill: “It is inexcusable to see Senate Democrats filibustering the defense appropriations bill, jeopardizing both our combat readiness and our national security. “This defense appropriations measure, like... Continue Reading

McConnell Statement on SCOTUS Immigration Ruling

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell made the following statement today after the U.S. Supreme Court let stand the lower court’s decision in United States v. Texas, preventing the implementation of the president’s unlawful executive overreach on immigration: “Today’s ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court will prevent... Continue Reading

Senator McConnell on Passing of Senator George Voinovich

WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following comments regarding the passing of Senator George Voinovich: “Senator Voinovich was a man of integrity and deep commitment to his faith, his family, and those he served in public office. From the mayor’s office to the governor’s mansion... Continue Reading

Senator McConnell on Orlando Shooting

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement today regarding the tragic shooting in Orlando, Florida: “The nation’s prayers are with the victims and their families in the wake of this terrible tragedy. We thank the citizens and first responders who helped rescue and save lives... Continue Reading

Senator McConnell Comments on Muhammad Ali

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement today regarding the passing of Muhammad Ali:    “Elaine and I were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Muhammad Ali, one of the preeminent and most beloved athletes of the 20th century. Inside the ring,... Continue Reading

Memorial Day 2016

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following video today honoring the members of our Armed Forces on this Memorial Day, May 30th:     The following is a transcript of the Majority Leader’s message: “As we approach Memorial Day, I hope we’ll all take time... Continue Reading

Obama Administration Applies More Red Tape on Small Businesses

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement after the Department of Labor released their finalized rule regulating overtime pay:   “Our economy continues to be stuck in the worst recovery since World War II and the only solution the Obama Administration can come up... Continue Reading

Former Senator Conrad Burns

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released the following statement today regarding the passing of former United States Senator for Montana, Conrad Burns: “Elaine and I were saddened by the passing of Conrad Burns. Conrad was a big personality from a big state and he will certainly... Continue Reading