The Virginia Department of Education posted annual school performance data this week. Very proud of great progress for many of my hometown Richmond schools. A special shoutout to Holston High in Washington County for its amazing performance.

1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer during their life. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we recommit to doing more to support survivors and expand access to screenings and treatment. I encourage you to get screened!

My statement on three years since Hamas’ horrific terrorist attack against Israel

Virginians in need of support should call the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.

During National Substance Abuse Prevention Month, we raise awareness about substance use disorder and stand with those in treatment and recovery. We’ve done a lot to expand access to substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery programs, but we can do more.

Coal miners make great sacrifices to keep our nation running. I was glad to host a forum with the National Black Lung Association to discuss how we can better support miners suffering from black lung disease and ensure they have protections in place to protect their safety.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We all have a role to play in addressing domestic violence. If you or someone you know needs help, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

80% of Americans say finding and affording child care is a major problem. This hurts families and our economy. Instead of building ballrooms and starting new wars, we should pass my Child Care for Working Families Act to cap costs and raise wages for providers.

On World Teachers’ Day, we celebrate the educators who inspire students and uplift communities. As the proud dad of an early childhood educator and husband of a professor, I know how much they do to invest in the next generation. Thank you!

Eight years ago today, the Saudi government directed the brutal murder of Jamal Khashoggi, a Virginia resident and journalist dedicated to shining a light on the truth. As we honor his memory and courage, we must fight for accountability and defend press freedom worldwide.

President Trump canceled over $800 million in funding that Congress approved and he signed into law. What was the funding for? Education, housing, small businesses, and health research. He wants ballrooms and arches for himself and cuts for everyone else.

Americans pay into Social Security their entire working lives. They need to understand what benefits they’re entitled to so they can make informed decisions about retirement. I’m glad that my bipartisan bill to make that information clearer is going to the President's desk.

My statement on the Trump-Vance Administration's rollback of protections for survivors of assault on campus and LGBTQ students:

On Friday in Abingdon, I met with the Regional Housing Alliance of Appalachia. We talked about how Virginia can benefit from the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act and what else we can do to support affordable housing. I'll keep fighting so everyone has a safe place to call home.

It was a pleasure to join early childhood educators and advocates in Blacksburg to hear about challenges they face and thank them for their work. We’ve made progress to expand child care, but there’s more to do to lower costs, boost the workforce, and raise wages for providers.

The Trump-Vance Administration thinks AI risks are a hoax. The American people know AI safety measures are needed. Democrats will put appropriate regulation in place.