Press Releases
Sen. Warren Begins New Push to Reduce Student Loan Burden
BROCKTON, MA - During a roundtable with faculty and students at Massasoit Community College in Brockton today, United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) announced her intention to introduce legislation to help reduce the growing student loan burden that is burying graduates in debt and acting as a drag on our economic growth. Warren discussed the importance of allowing student loan borrowers to refinance their old, high-interest rate loans at the lower rates that are being offered to … Continue Reading
January 16, 2014
Warren and Markey Praise Massachusetts Priorities in Budget Appropriations Package
Washington, DC - Massachusetts Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward J. Markey today commended passage of the FY 2014 Omnibus Appropriations bill, including several provisions that will help the Massachusetts economy, environment and its vital fishing community. "Today's agreement came at a critical time for Massachusetts, and I'm very grateful to Chairwoman Mikulski for her work fighting for appropriations that reflect our values," Senator Warren said. "I'm glad we were able to pass an … Continue Reading
January 14, 2014
Mass. Congressional Delegation, Governor Applaud Fishing Disaster Relief
Washington, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA), Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, and Representatives John Tierney (MA-6), Stephen Lynch (MA-8), Niki Tsongas (MA-3), Bill Keating (MA-9) and Joe Kennedy III (MA-4) today applauded the announcement that $75 million has been appropriated for national fishing disasters. The Massachusetts congressional delegation for months has been urging the Administration and the Appropriations Committees' … Continue Reading
January 14, 2014
Massachusetts Delegation Announces $8 Million Federal Grant to Massachusetts for Marathon Bombing Victims
Washington, DC - The Massachusetts Delegation today announced that the Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded Massachusetts an Antiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program for Crime Victim grant for $8,355,648 to cover expenses as a result of the Boston Marathon bombing on April 15, 2013. Following the tragedy, the delegation pledged full support from the federal government and encouraged the Administration to assist in Massachusetts' recovery. "After the terrorist attack at last year's … Continue Reading
January 08, 2014
Senators Warren, Coburn Introduce Truth in Settlements Act to Make Federal Agency Settlements More Transparent
Bill Text Fact Sheet Washington, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Tom Coburn (R-OK) today introduced bipartisan legislation to increase transparency around settlements reached by federal enforcement agencies. When federal agencies close investigations and settle cases, they often tout the dollar amount obtained from the offender, but in many cases that amount is misleading because of tax deductions and other "credits" built into the settlement that reduce the … Continue Reading
January 07, 2014
Sen. Warren Praises New CFPB Mortgage Rules that Make Families, Economy Safer
Video of Senator Warren's Remarks Available Here Text of Senator Warren's Remarks Available Here WASHINGTON, DC - In remarks delivered on the floor of the Senate this afternoon, United States Senator Elizabeth Warren applauded the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) new mortgage rules, which will go into effect on Friday, January 10. Under the new rules, a lender must determine that a borrower has the ability to repay a mortgage before issuing the loan. The rules will also prohibit … Continue Reading
January 06, 2014
Statement from Sen. Warren on Janet Yellen's Confirmation
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senator Elizabeth Warren released the following statement today after the Senate voted to confirm Janet Yellen as Chair of the Federal Reserve: "I am delighted the Senate has voted to confirm Janet Yellen as the first woman to Chair the Federal Reserve. This was an historic vote - one that reflected Janet's impeccable credentials and extraordinary track record. Janet understands that the Fed has a critical role to play in accelerating our economic recovery, and … Continue Reading
December 20, 2013
Senator Warren and Senator Markey Re-Convene the Advisory Committee on Massachusetts Judicial Nominations to Consider Boston Vacancies
Washington, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward J. Markey today announced that the Advisory Committee on Massachusetts Judicial Nominations will re-convene to consider applications for federal judicial vacancies in Boston, Massachusetts. Candidates interested in applying for a U.S. District Court nomination must submit their applications to the Advisory Committee by Friday, January 31st. Earlier this year, Senator Elizabeth Warren announced the appointment of the Advisory … Continue Reading
December 20, 2013
Senator Warren Applauds Nomination of Judge Leo T. Sorokin to U.S. District Court
BOSTON - President Obama has announced that he has nominated Chief Magistrate Judge Leo T. Sorokin to serve on the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Sorokin was recommended to Senator Elizabeth Warren as a top candidate to fill a federal judicial vacancy in Boston by the Advisory Committee on Massachusetts Judicial Nominations. "I was very pleased to recommend Chief Magistrate Judge Leo T. Sorokin to the President for nomination to a District Court vacancy in … Continue Reading
December 17, 2013
Senator Warren Introduces Legislation to Prohibit Employers from Requiring Credit Report Disclosure
Fact Sheet is Available Here Text of the Legislation is Available Here Washington, DC - United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) today introduced the Equal Employment for All Act with Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.). The legislation would prohibit employers from requiring potential employees to disclose their credit history as part of the job … Continue Reading
December 16, 2013
Senator Warren Honors Mayor Menino in Floor Speech
Video of Senator Warren's Remarks Available Here Full Text of the Remarks as Prepared for Delivery Available Here WASHINGTON, DC - In remarks on the floor of the United States Senate today, Senator Elizabeth Warren thanked Boston Mayor Thomas Menino for his 20 years of tireless service to the people of Boston. "For twenty years, Mayor Menino has made Boston into a city that all eyes can see is a model for the country and for the world," said Senator Warren. "And he has succeeded because … Continue Reading
December 16, 2013
Senators Warren, Crapo, Wyden Urge DOE to Study Cost Savings of Energy Efficiency Technology
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Energy & Natural Resources, today sent a bipartisan letter to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) urging the agency to study the cost-savings of energy efficiency technologies in an effort to increase public and private use of these technologies. Senators Warren and Crapo previously introduced an amendment calling for the DOE to conduct this … Continue Reading
December 12, 2013
Senator Warren Questions Treasury and ED on Accountability for Sallie Mae Rulebreaking and Violations
Update (12/12): See Response from Department of Education here. The full text of Senator Warren's letter is available here. WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senator Elizabeth Warren today (9/19) sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew and Education Secretary Arne Duncan questioning their departments' ongoing relationship with Sallie Mae despite Sallie Mae's pattern of breaking the rules and ignoring its contractual obligations. "While the government has been quite tolerant of Sallie Mae's … Continue Reading
December 12, 2013
Senator Warren Renews Call for Delay in Flood Maps Implementation
Video of Senator Warren's Remarks is Available Here Senator Warren's Remarks as Prepared for Delivery Are Available Here WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senator Elizabeth Warren spoke on the Senate floor on Wednesday to renew her call for a delay in the implementation of new Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood maps, and to urge her colleagues to immediately take up, debate, and vote to pass the Homeowner Flood Affordability Act. Many homeowners in Massachusetts and across the … Continue Reading
December 10, 2013
Sens. Warren & Markey, Rep. Keating Urge Coast Guard to Adopt Stronger Regulations for Vessels in Buzzards Bay
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward J. Markey, and Representative Bill Keating have sent a letter urging the Coast Guard to adopt stronger regulations mandating the use of independent vessel pilots and escort tug boats for all barges carrying 5,000 or more barrels of oil or other hazardous materials through Buzzards Bay. In their letter, the lawmakers highlighted the devastating 2003 fuel oil spill in Buzzards Bay, and Massachusetts' efforts to prevent future … Continue Reading
December 04, 2013
Sen. Warren Urges Wall Street Institutions to Disclose Financial Contributions to Think Tanks
WASHINGTON, DC - Senator Elizabeth Warren today sent a letter to the nation's six largest financial institutions' CEOs, urging the companies to voluntarily disclose their contributions to think tanks. Currently, information on financial contributions to think tanks is not required to be made available to the public, threatening the credibility of these organizations' research and analysis. "Policies by your institutions to conceal those contributions from public view are wrong. Greater … Continue Reading
November 27, 2013
Sens. Warren & Markey, Rep. Keating Applaud Major Fire Grant for New Bedford
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward J. Markey and Congressman Bill Keating today applauded a major federal grant awarded to support the New Bedford Fire Department. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced yesterday that New Bedford will receive a $12,270,158 grant through the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. This funding will support 63 firefighter positions in the city. Senator Warren, Senator Markey, and … Continue Reading
November 27, 2013
Sens. Warren & Markey, Rep. Keating Applaud Major Fire Grant for New Bedford
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward J. Markey and Congressman Bill Keating today applauded a major federal grant awarded to support the New Bedford Fire Department. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced yesterday that New Bedford will receive a $12,270,158 grant through the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. This funding will support 63 firefighter positions in the city. Senator Warren, Senator Markey, and … Continue Reading
November 21, 2013
Senators Warren, Rubio Propose Stronger Financial Protections For Veterans
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) today introduced a bipartisan amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that would help protect older veterans from financial scams. The legislation directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to work with other federal agencies and states to crack down on scam artists who are diverting federal funds intended to support low-income older veterans."For thousands of our oldest veterans who need … Continue Reading
November 21, 2013
Senators Warren, Heitkamp Applaud Banking Committee Bipartisan Approval of Janet Yellen's Nomination
WASHINGTON, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren and Heidi Heitkamp today applauded the Senate Banking Committee's bipartisan approval of Janet Yellen's nomination to serve as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Fed), and highlighted the critical role of the Fed Chair in overseeing the Fed's supervisory and regulatory responsibilities. "Janet Yellen has impeccable credentials, and I'm very pleased she was voted out of committee with bipartisan backing," … Continue Reading
