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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement recognizing Epilepsy Awareness Month, held each November:

“Each year, 150,000 individuals will be diagnosed with epilepsy,” said Senator Rosen. “This seizure condition affects over 3.4 million Americans, including 470,000 children, and 31,600 Nevadans. During Epilepsy Awareness Month, it is critical that we raise awareness around this condition, and commit ourselves to working toward a cure.”

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) submitted a statement for the Congressional record Recognizing National Adoption Month, held each November to raise awareness about the urgent need for adoptive families for children and youth in foster care.

“November is National Adoption Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the many ways that families are created, including through adoption,” said Senator Rosen. “Every single child deserves a safe, loving, and permanent family....

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced her original co-sponsorship of the Douglas County Economic Development and Conservation Act, legislation to promote conservation, improve public lands management, and expand economic development opportunities in Douglas County.

“I’m excited to help introduce the Douglas County Economic Development and Conservation Act, and I’m hopeful that this legislation will help enable economic growth. By providing Northern Nevada...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement announcing a $206,000 loan from the United States Department of Agriculture to be awarded to the Topaz Ranch Estates General Improvement District in Wellington, to be used for the purchase of a paving/snowplow truck to assist the community’s 750 residences with maintenance and repairs of area roads.

“We’re pleased to see federal agencies working to help support Nevada...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement commemorating Native American Heritage Month, celebrated each November. 

“This month we recognize and celebrate the rich cultural history of Native Americans across our country,” said Senator Rosen. “I am proud to represent many tribal nations in the state of Nevada, many of whose traditions and cultures date back thousands of years. I will continue working as an advocate for these tribal communities,...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement urging Nevadans to participate in the upcoming 2020 Census:

“With five months until the 2020 Census, it is vital that Nevadans participate,” said Senator Rosen. “An accurate census is critical to ensuring that all communities across Nevada and our country are counted. This important process will impact funding for our schools, roads, and hospitals. It is pivotal that Nevadans take part.”

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), an Associate Member of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, announced the passage last week of a resolution she helped introduce recognizing the month of October as Filipino American History Month, celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans, and honoring their contributions to the United States.

“In Nevada, and across the country, Filipino Americans are members of our military, health care workers, business...

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee (HSGAC), released the following statement commemorating Military Family Appreciation Month, which is observed every November.

“Our nation’s military is filled with dedicated patriots who defend our country during moments of war and peace,” said Senator Rosen. “Serving alongside our troops are their family members who make profound sacrifices in defense of our...

Video of Senator Rosen During Her Floor Speech Can Be Viewed Here.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) took to the Senate floor, voicing opposition to the President’s nominee to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Nevada, Lawrence VanDyke. In her remarks, Rosen highlighted the many areas of deep concern regarding Mr. VanDyke’s nomination to this lifetime appointment. 

“Our federal courts make decisions every day that affect consumers, immigrants, small businesses, not to...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement announcing that two of her amendments were included in the managers package for the Fiscal Year 2020 appropriations “Minibus” that passed the Senate today by a bipartisan vote of 84 to 9. Rosen voted in favor of final passage of the spending bill, which funds programs at the Departments of Interior, Commerce, Justice, Agriculture, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, along with those at the...