Senator Brian Schatz

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Happy Fourth of July everyone! Today is not only a day to celebrate America’s independence, but also a day to commit to the ongoing fight for freedom and equality for every person who calls our country home. Hope you have a safe and fun holiday with family and loved ones. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

As Chairman of the @IndianCommittee, the way I look at the work we’re doing is to try to understand all the past & ongoing injustices against Native people, where & how they occurred, what the scars are, and then to try to reverse them in a systematic way.https://t.co/c1dySPQhod — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @nicholaswu12: Schatz: Congress Needs To Stop ‘Ignoring The Needs Of Native People’ via @ahofschneider https://t.co/vhcvDPxcD1 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

RT @ahofschneider: Hawaii Sen. ⁦@brianschatz⁩, who leads the Indian Affairs Committee, wants to reverse centuries of systemic racism agains… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

From tutoring to transportation, more community college students graduate on time when they get targeted support. That’s why I authored a bill to support student success by expanding access to the tools they need to earn a degree & get a good-paying job. https://t.co/9t8SDeS9Kb — PolitiTweet.org

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Expanding access to telehealth is overwhelmingly bipartisan. That’s because it works, and it’s popular. I’ll keep working with my Senate colleagues to pass my #CONNECTforHealth Act and ensure that telehealth is here to stay. https://t.co/N2YxBAcRGW — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Since 1996, NAHASDA has funded programs in Hawai‘i and across the country that help Native families find safe, affordable housing. As chairman of @IndianCommittee, I’m working to make sure we pass the bipartisan bill to extend NAHASDA for another decade. https://t.co/WOufYkDlBp — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Hawai‘i airport workers and the entire airline industry have taken a big hit during COVID, but help is on the way. Hawai‘i airports will receive $144 million from the American Rescue Plan to support salaries for workers & recover from this crisis. https://t.co/CGmTvr3JuN — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

We saw during the pandemic that telehealth is key to more people getting the care they need, when and where they need it. I look forward to seeing the work @uhmed does to expand telehealth services to more people in Hawai‘i. https://t.co/bvFXWOKqpA — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

I authored legislation that will help improve the compassionate release process at state & local jails – and speed up the approval process at federal prisons so that people who qualify for compassionate release get it ASAP: https://t.co/EPZan3Q68y — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

During the pandemic, there have been COVID-19 outbreaks at correctional facilities across Hawai‘i. Sick & elderly people who qualify for compassionate release are particularly vulnerable during public health emergencies. And they’re put at risk because the process takes too long. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

This week, the president signed legislation into law recognizing today as Juneteenth National Independence Day. This is a critical step towards acknowledging the history of slavery in America, but we still have work to do to dismantle systemic racism in our country today. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

The Supreme Court just threw out another challenge to the Affordable Care Act – saving the health coverage of millions of Americans and protections for people with pre-existing conditions. This is a good day. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

That’s why I introduced the bipartisan Unsubscribe Act today – which will require companies to be more transparent about their subscriptions and to make it easier for customers to avoid costly, automatic monthly charges they never intended to make. https://t.co/YtCkKqf2ur — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

From news to music to food, subscriptions are everywhere in our economy. But when you sign up for a free trial, you shouldn’t have to jump through hoops to cancel your subscription before being charged. Too many companies use deceptive practices to lure and trap in customers. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Over 100 student groups across the country are demanding that corporations leave the @USChamber unless it finally ends its record of lobbying against climate action. These students have my FULL support. #ChangeTheChamber https://t.co/8SH7hRLMeK — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

NEWS: Yesterday, the Senate passed the provisions I authored to strengthen our foreign policy commitment to our allies in Pacific Island nations. Now, I urge my colleagues in the House to vote to send this important bill to President Biden’s desk. https://t.co/x4kZvMiKjt — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

We worked hard in Congress to secure $19.7 million for East-West Center in the Presidential budget proposal — the first funding increase for the Center in 10 years. Now, I look forward to working in Congress and with the president to move this important funding forward. https://t.co/bGb0tg68RL — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

The University of Hawai‘i is set to receive up to $210M to lead a @NOAA research program that will help us better forecast natural disasters, protect our oceans from climate change, and maintain U.S. leadership in ocean and earth science. https://t.co/5k8CTNYRCW — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Happy #Pride Month! As we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and all of the progress they’ve achieved so far, we must remember that there’s still work to do. Now and always, I am standing with LGBTQ+ Americans in the continued fight for true equality. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Today, we honor the brave Americans who have selflessly given their lives to protect the freedoms we cherish. They deserve our deepest gratitude — on Memorial Day and every day. https://t.co/X0uhct16Jj — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

The Senate just passed legislation to repeal a bunch of racist laws. We still have federal policies in the books that are deeply and explicitly racist, but this is an important step in the right direction. Now the bill heads to the House. https://t.co/0rVsDvzcFB — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Surfing and outrigger canoe paddling are so much more than sports. They are a part of our culture and a way of life. I look forward to seeing our kids out in the water competing in surf contests and regattas again. https://t.co/QQ50lCvD6A — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

FINALLY! They are going to let the kids surf! — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, I want LGBTQ youth to know there are people who have your back – including lawmakers like myself and @TrevorProject. If you need immediate support, contact The Trevor Project by calling 1-866-488-7386 or going to https://t.co/lQMwsajc96. https://t.co/RI8eqJzpXf — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

This #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, I want LGBTQ youth to know there are people who have your back – including lawmakers like myself and @TheTrevorProject. If you need immediate support, contact The Trevor Project by calling 1-866-488-7386 or going to https://t.co/lQMwsajc96. https://t.co/pUmyzlbcXB — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

RT @Zachary_Cohen: Ahead of debt-limit deadline expected this summer, Democrats have introduced legislation repealing the limit on the amou… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Right now, paying our national debts is treated as a politicized weapon used for leverage. These attempts to govern through threats must stop. That’s why I just introduced legislation to eliminate the arbitrary debt ceiling altogether: https://t.co/mDJlhm1pnj — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Now, we need to let the kids surf. https://t.co/BUBbT5GMjK — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Outdoor exercise is just about the healthiest thing that can be done, pandemic or not. And watching your kids play a sport is one of the great joys of life, so we’re thankful for this change. I look forward to additional announcements about ocean sports. — PolitiTweet.org