Sens. Banks, Warren Probe Harms of Private Equity in Fire Truck Manufacturing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) sent a letter to the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), North America’s largest firefighters union, seeking information on how private equity consolidation is impacting firefighters and public safety in Indiana, Massachusetts, and across the country. In Indiana, Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam has raised […]
Senators Banks, Rounds Introduce Legislation to Eliminate Dept. of Ed
WASHINGTON, D.C, – Last week, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) introduced the Returning Education to Our States Act. This bill eliminates the Department of Education and returns control of education policy and funding to the states through federal block grants. It transfers key programs, like student aid, vocational training, and special education, […]
Senator Jim Banks Announces New Small Arms Range in Terre Haute for State’s National Guard
COLUMBIA CITY, IN – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) released the following statement after the Air Force announced a $13 million investment to build a small arms qualification range for the 181st Intelligence Wing at the Air National Guard Base in Terre Haute. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “I’m pleased that the Air Force is following through on its […]
Senator Jim Banks Delivers Maiden Speech on the Senate Floor
Click here to Watch the Full Speech WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) delivered the following remarks in his maiden speech on the Senate floor: “It’s the honor of my life to be here representing Indiana in the United States Senate. I want to start off by thanking Hoosiers for sending me here to […]
Sen. Jim Banks Introduces the Abortion Funding Awareness Act
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 […]
Sen. Jim Banks Introduces Legislation to Restrict Chain Migration
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 […]
***Media Advisory*** Senator Banks to Deliver Maiden Speech
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 […]
Sen. Jim Banks Introduces Bill Requiring Universities to Disclose Gifts from Foreign Adversaries
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Safeguarding American Education From Foreign Control Act. This bill requires universities to disclose gifts disclose gifts they receive from foreign adversaries, regardless of the amount of the gift or contract. This bill aligns with President Trump’s America First agenda by preventing foreign money and influence […]
Senator Jim Banks Statement on Today’s Announcement from General Motors
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) released the following statement regarding General Motors’ announcement that it will increase truck production at its Fort Wayne, Indiana assembly plant in response to President Trump’s tariffs. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Today’s announcement from General Motors is great news for Hoosiers. It hasn’t even been 24 hours and President Trump’s […]
ICYMI: Sen. Banks: President Trump Has Taken The ‘Kick Me’ Sign Off of American Workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) appeared on Fox Business’ The Bottom Line and CNN’s The Lead with Jake Tapper to discuss President Trump’s historic tariff announcement. Click the here for Fox Business and here for CNN Key Excerpts: On how the tariffs will impact Indiana “The decision by President Trump today to impose […]