WASHINGTON, D.C, – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Abortion Funding Awareness Act. This bill requires states to publicly report detailed information about Medicaid payments to abortion providers, including how much was paid, what services were funded, and data on the abortions performed. It aims to increase transparency around taxpayer funds used in connection with abortion-related services. Rep. Erin Houchin (IN-09) is the leading the companion bill in the House. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “A majority of Americans agree that taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to fund abortions. My bill exposes states that abuse tax dollars this way, aiming to protect unborn lives in

WASHINGTON, D.C, – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Nuclear Family Priority Act. This bill ends visa categories for extended, non-nuclear family members and limits sponsorship to immediate family only. It reduces baseline caps on family-sponsored visas by 65% from 226,000 to 80,000 per year and addresses special cases involving immigrants with parents in the U.S. The bill supports President Trump’s efforts to curb illegal immigration and ease pressure on the immigration system. Rep. Eli Crane (AZ-2) is leading the companion bill in the House. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Unlimited chain migration has overwhelmed our country and abused the rule of law. Worse,

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This afternoon, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) will deliver his maiden speech on the Senate Floor. WHAT: Maiden speeches in the U.S. Senate are a long-standing tradition where newly elected Senators deliver their first formal remarks from the Senate floor.  Senator Banks is the first member of the 119th freshman class to deliver their maiden speech this Congress. WHEN: April 9, 2025 4:30 PM ET WHERE: Senate Floor. Stream live by clicking here.