Today I met with Nevadans from SMART Union to discuss our shared rail safety priorities and the benefits Brightline West high-speed rail will have for union workers.

I applaud DEA HQ for reclassifying marijuana, allowing researchers to more easily study the uses and benefits of medical marijuana.

Additionally, legal cannabis businesses in Nevada will now be able to operate with less tax burden and contribute more to local economies.

The #CongressionalAppChallenge is now live!

This competition is a unique opportunity to highlight innovative young minds in Southern Nevada while helping students develop their talents and passions.

Register today at: congressionalappchallenge.us

Nevada will be receiving $1.76 million from the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw to support clean energy development and implementation.

I championed this bill in the House to help the U.S. reach its goal of a net-zero economy by 2050. We are well on our way!

Members of the Jewish faith have been targeted throughout history, including many who fled persecution to the U.S.

This month we honor the contributions of the Jewish American community and commit to fighting antisemitism whenever it may appear. #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth

Today marks the first day of #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth , an opportunity to recognize the ongoing mental health epidemic in the U.S.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help.

To contact the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Hotline, dial 9-8-8.

I am pleased to announce HHS.gov has awarded a $1.25 million grant to the FirstMed Health and Wellness Center Health Center Program.

Quality affordable health care should be a right not a privilege and this grant will help provide increased access to services for Southern Nevadans.

.Bureau of Land Management - National is responsible for the inhumane captivity of thousands of wild horses, resulting in unnecessary deaths of 11% at Nevada’s largest facility last year.

Some horses were even euthanized for conditions like eye abnormalities. This must end now. 8newsnow.com/news/local-new…

Today I met with advocates about my bill, the Wild Horse and Burro Protection Act.
 
I am proud to lead efforts in Congress to protect these icons of the West from inhumane treatment and death.

During #NationalSmallBusinessWeek we recognize the hard work, dedication, and incredible contributions of small business owners to our community.

Small Businesses are the backbone of the economy in Southern Nevada, and I will always support their continued growth and success.

The Congressional Art Competition is a celebration of the creativity fostered #OnlyInDistrictOne .

I enjoyed meeting the students participating in this year’s competition. Their amazing talent inspires me. CCSD

I enjoyed celebrating the Regency Towers 50th Anniversary.

You are such an icon of elegance #OnlyInDistrictOne .

You never know who you will see #OnlyInDistrictOne .

Thank you for stopping by Jovita Neliupšienė!

I just introduced the Azerbaijan Sanctions Review Act to take action against 44 Azerbaijani officials following the ethnic cleansing of Armenians from Artsakh and the violent repression of political opposition.

The U.S. must take a strong stand against the genocide of Armenians.

Congratulations to AFGE and TSA for reaching a Collective Bargaining Agreement which will cover all bargaining unit employees.

When workers unite, workplaces become safer, pay increases, and benefits improve for everyone.

I spoke with students at CSN about the importance of engaging in civil discourse and participating in our democracy.
 
Students are the future leaders of our country and education is a critical pathway to success.

ICYMI: I secured $27.8 million for @LASAirport in the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw which will support reconstruction and resiliency projects at the airport.

Read more here!
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Today the U.S. EPA announced new power plant pollution standards to address carbon, coal ash, mercury, wastewater, and other toxic waste.
 
I applaud President Biden for continuing to take historic action to protect communities and create cleaner air.

Today on Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day I spoke in recognition of the 109th anniversary of the genocide.

#OnlyInDistrictOne is home to the largest diaspora of Armenians in Nevada and I will never stop seeking justice for the atrocities committed.

The Henderson Health and Wellness Center is an important resource for hardworking public servants.
 
I proudly secured funding for the center which will establish a positive framework to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide.