McConnell: The Great American Outdoors Act Will “Benefit Generations to Come”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the Great American Outdoors Act: “And just this week, on the floor, we will complete a major piece of legislation that will benefit generations to come. “Thanks to a number... Continue Reading

McConnell Highlights Senate’s Critical Work for the American People

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the week’s business: “Three months ago, the first states were implementing stay-at-home orders as the new coronavirus spread through our country. “Three months ago, George Floyd was still alive and... Continue Reading

McConnell: Great American Outdoors Act Will Protect Kentucky’s Natural Treasures and Promote Prosperity

“Over the last several weeks, major challenges have dominated the headlines on a daily basis. “Following the sacrifices Americans made to fight the coronavirus, our nation is gradually beginning to re-open. Our economy has started adding back jobs. But some states are seeing their numbers increase, the fallout for American... Continue Reading

McConnell Urges Support for Landmark Legislation to Preserve and Protect Public Lands

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the Great American Outdoors Act: “Thanks to the bipartisan leadership of colleagues like Senators Daines, Gardner, Portman, Alexander, Manchin, and Warner, we are attending to legislation that will shape the... Continue Reading

“America Cannot Be America if Civil Disagreement Becomes a Contradiction in Terms”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding civil discourse: “Yesterday, I explained we cannot let the First Amendment become another casualty of this troubled moment. “No matter how charged the issue, peaceful protests must be protected –... Continue Reading

McConnell on the Great American Outdoors Act: “I Urge All Senators to Join the Experts and Support the Bill”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the Great American Outdoors Act: “Yesterday, our colleagues voted overwhelmingly to advance the Great American Outdoors Act. “Thanks to the guiding leadership of colleagues like Senator Daines and Senator Gardner,... Continue Reading

McConnell on Religious Liberty: Politicians Do Not Get to Play “Red-Light, Green-Light” With the First Amendment

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding religious liberty: “Several times now, I have praised the peaceful demonstrations protesting racial injustice and the killings of black Americans. I am grateful that after several harrowing days of looting... Continue Reading

McConnell Praises the Great American Outdoors Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the Great American Outdoors Act: “While the Senate remains the only chamber in this Capitol with its lights on, we are going to continue with legislative work for the country.... Continue Reading

McConnell: Unity and Mutual Respect Will Keep Us Strong

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding peaceful protests and law enforcement: “Across our nation, the past few days have seemed to mark a turn for the better. “On Friday morning, new data showed that the economic... Continue Reading

McConnell Delivers Address on China to Mark Tiananmen Square Anniversary

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the 31st anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre in Beijing: “Today marks the 31st anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre in Beijing. “Because of China’s censorship and disinformation, we still... Continue Reading