Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement applauding President Biden for taking action to advance equity and justice in the United States of America:

“Today’s actions by President Biden will fight discrimination and ensure a more equitable and just nation,” said Senator Rosen. “The four executive orders will eliminate the federal Justice Department’s use of private prisons, promote equitable housing policies, strengthen the federal government’s...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement after voting to confirm Antony Blinken as Secretary of State:

“Today, I was proud to vote to confirm Antony Blinken as Secretary of State. Mr. Blinken is highly qualified and well-prepared to lead the State Department, after previously serving as Deputy Secretary of State, Deputy National Security Advisor, and as Staff Director of the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee,” said Senator Rosen. “We need to...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, during a hearing of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) questioned Governor Gina Raimondo, President Joe Biden’s nominee to serve as Secretary of Commerce, about repealing solar tariffs, supporting Nevada’s entertainment industry, and promoting cybersecurity jobs and workforce training. A transcript of the Senator’s full exchange can be found below, and a video of the Senator’s full exchange can be found here.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement after voting to confirm the historic nomination of Dr. Janet Yellen, former Chair of the Federal Reserve Board, as Secretary of the Treasury.

“During this period of national economic strain, we need proven and thoughtful leadership to help bring about recovery,” said Senator Rosen. “Today, I was proud to vote to confirm Dr. Janet Yellen as Secretary of Treasury, someone with a wealth of experience and...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement applauding actions taken by the Biden Administration to provide much-needed economic relief and support to Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic:

“Today, the Biden Administration has taken concrete steps to provide economic support to the American people as we combat this pandemic,” said Senator Rosen. “Today’s executive actions will make it easier for low-income families in Nevada and across our country...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), a member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, announced the launch of her Small Business Spotlight, a monthly initiative to highlight small businesses in Nevada’s communities. This month, Senator Rosen has chosen to highlight Grandma's Fudge Factory, a family-owned candy store in Virginia City, Nevada.

“Small businesses are the engine of our economy in Nevada, and over the last year, they have felt the...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement after meeting with the Nevada National Guard members deployed to Washington to protect the U.S. Capitol:

“We’re grateful to the Nevada National Guard members who traveled to Washington and who have done an outstanding job keeping us safe these last two weeks,” said the Senators. “Today, we met with brave men and women from Nevada, and had the opportunity to administer...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) released the following statement after voting to confirm the historic nomination of Retired General Lloyd Austin as Secretary of Defense.

“General Austin has served our nation well and is immensely qualified for the task before him. As former Commander of U.S. Central Command, General Austin led the military campaign to defeat ISIS and has an unparalleled knowledge of threats in the Middle East. After speaking with him and discussing...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) released the following statement applauding the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) for awarding the City of West Wendover a grant totaling $1,175,000. This grant will fund revitalization and infrastructure projects to support the city’s economic growth, expansion, and diversification.

“We applaud the EDA for awarding this grant that will support West Wendover in...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, during a hearing of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) questioned Peter Buttigeig, President Joe Biden’s nominee to serve as Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOT) about the need to support aviation-centric business, restore confidence in traveler safety, and oppose the shipment of nuclear waste into Nevada. A transcript of the Senator’s full exchange can be found below, and a video of the Senator...