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Hawley, Durbin Reintroduce Bill Combatting Online Child Sexual Abuse Material
Today, U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) reintroduced the STOP CSAM Act. The legislation will crack down on the proliferation of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) online by allowing victims to sue companies that host it. Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) have cosponsored the bill.The Senators announced the legislation's reintroduction in February ahead of their joint hearing highlighting witnesses impacted by CSAM, including survivors, advocates, and law enforcement experts. They originally introduced the legislation last Congress and garnered the votes to unanimously advance it through the Senate Judiciary Committee. "Every day that Congress fails to protect kids online is another day that online predators can...
Hawley, Schmitt Urge Trump to Approve Missouri Emergency Declaration & Unlock Disaster Funding Immediately
Earlier this morning, U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) penned a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to swiftly approve Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe’s May 19 emergency disaster declaration in light of recent devastating storms."If approved, this declaration would immediately unlock critical funding to support state and local efforts to remove debris and take emergency protective measures," the Senators wrote. "After touring the devastated neighborhoods, we can personally attest to the scale of the damage and the clear need for the governor’s request to unlock this first step of federal assistance to support first responder efforts," they explained. This emergency designation would unlock resources for immediate needs such as debris removal while the...
Hawley, Missouri Delegation Urge White House to Issue Federal Disaster Declaration For Late April Storms
Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) led members of the Missouri Delegation—including Senator Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) and U.S. House Members Ann Wagner, Robert Onder, Mark Alford, Jason Smith, Sam Graves, and Eric Burlison—in sending a letter to President Trump in support of Governor Kehoe’s request for a federal disaster declaration following the severe storms and tornadoes in Missouri on April 29, 2025. The Governor made this request on May 19, which, if approved, would unlock federal funds and assistance to restore public infrastructure. "This declaration is vital to providing the resources, technical support, and federal assistance necessary for these communities to repair public infrastructure, address recovery needs, and begin...
Hawley, Schmitt Introduce Resolution Honoring Former Senator and Governor Kit Bond
Today, U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) introduced a resolution honoring former United States Senator and Missouri Governor Christopher ‘‘Kit’’ Bond. Bond passed away on May 13, 2025 at the age of 86. Bond served as the 47th and 49th Governor of Missouri, serving from 1973 to 1977 and again from 1981 to 1985. He later served four terms in the United States Senate from 1987 to 2011 where he advanced conservative values, championed infrastructure, advocated for Missouri farmers, and strengthened national defense. “I remember Kit as a man who was a champion for Missouri. He knew from an early age that he wanted to serve his state, and he did it with real distinction for many years, both as Governor and Senator,” said Senator...
Hawley Secures Pledge from Noem to Expedite Relief for Missourians After Devastating Storms
Less than 24 hours after visiting St. Louis to survey the devastating storm damage from Friday’s tornadoes, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) secured a pledge from Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem - who oversees the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - to expedite relief for Missouri storm victims. The exchange comes after Missouri was rocked by tornadoes this spring and lost many lives in a span of two months. https://twitter.com/HawleyMO/status/1924844924798636040 In the hearing, Senator Hawley detailed the debilitating storms that took the lives of 7 Missourians on Friday and left behind more than $1.6 billion in property damage. He also noted that this is not the only lethal storm to hit the state in recent weeks. “The state has...
Hawley Surveys Missouri Tornado Damage, Puts Insurance Companies on Notice
ST. LOUIS, MO. -- Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) was on the ground in St. Louis, Missouri to meet with victims and survey the damage inflicted by Friday's tornadoes. The storm claimed the lives of five people, injured 38, and damaged approximately 5,000 structures, resulting in $1.6 billion in damages. The Senator was briefed by the mayor, fire chief, police chief, and officials from Ameren Corporation. He also met with non-profit groups, first responders, and other community leaders. In addition, he had the chance to walk the neighborhoods that had been hit hardest and speak with residents impacted. https://twitter.com/HawleyMO/status/1924565487499018744 "These are beautiful neighborhoods full of exceptional people. And now they need our help. I support Governor...
Hawley Demands Insurance Companies ‘Make Policyholders Whole’ in Wake of Devastating Missouri Storms
Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent a letter to the presidents and CEOs of State Farm, Nationwide, Liberty Mutual, Travelers, Allstate, and American Family Insurance among others in the wake of the devastating storms that hit Eastern Missouri on Friday. Senator Hawley called onthe companies to uphold their end of the insurance contract as policyholders work to rebuild. "Your policyholders have paid you faithfully, often for years. Now is the time for you to honor the faith your customers placed in you. As Missourians work to rebuild and recover from these devastating storms, you must provide immediate and comprehensive assistance to my constituents as they navigate the claims process,"the Senator wrote. "It is my full expectation that you will honor your commitments, fully...
Hawley Statement on Devastating Storms Affecting Eastern Missouri
This evening, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) released the following statement in wake of devastating storms and tornadoes affecting eastern Missouri. Local state authorities have confirmed multiple fatalities and casualties following the severe storms. https://twitter.com/HawleyMO/status/1923542562322715118
Senate Committee Advances Hawley Bill Supporting Law Enforcement Mental Health
Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), along with members of the Senate Judiciary Committee, voted to reauthorize the Support and Treatment for Officers in Crisis Act (STOIC Act). The bill provides $7.5 million per year in grant funding for law enforcement family-support services and allows grant recipients to use the funds to establish suicide-prevention programs and mental health services for law enforcement officers through 2029. This legislation would provide help for police officers and other first responders struggling with substance abuse, depression, or other mental health issues.“There is no profession more deserving of our support than one that keeps our streets safe,” Senator Hawley said. “By reauthorizing the STOIC Act, we provide our first responders with the mental...
Hawley, Shaheen Introduce Legislation to End Taxpayer-Funded Pharma Ads
Today, U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) introduced the No Handouts for Drug Advertisements Act, which would end federal subsidies for pharmaceutical company advertising. Current law allows pharmaceutical companies to claim business deductions on direct-to-consumer advertising, subsidizing their publicity at taxpayers’ expense. Direct-to-consumer advertising contributes to increased healthcare costs and encourages patients to request specific brand-name drugs that may be substantially more expensive than more effective alternatives, including lifestyle changes. The Senators’ legislation would close this loophole. “For too long, Big Pharma has used our tax dollars to fund ads that push their products directly on patients. That needs to...