From deepening the Port of Savannah, to rebuilding the military, to delivering COVID relief, I’ve been focused on getting results for ALL Georgians.
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. & I sent a letter on behalf of Skylar Mack, an 18-year-old student detained in the Cayman Islands, to ensure a safe return to Georgia.
We’re working alongside the U.S. Embassy & Mack’s family in calling for leniency for this young woman.
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Bonnie and I wish each of you a Merry Christmas! We hope you are filled with joy and peace today and throughout the New Year.
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In this crisis, my #1 priority has always been to protect the people of GA and help drive recovery efforts.
Today we delivered:
→ More PPP for small biz
→ 2nd round of relief checks
→ Funding for hospitals & schools
→ Efficient vaccine distribution
→ Support for farmers
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Today, we will deliver nearly $1 trillion in additional aid on top of the $3 trillion already disbursed.
Chuck Schumer & Nancy Pelosi made this harder than it needed to be, purposely holding up relief that could have been delivered months ago.
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Today, FDA issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the second vaccine for the prevention of #COVID19 caused by SARS-CoV-2. The emergency use authorization allows the vaccine to be distributed in the U.S for use in individuals 18 years and older. fda.gov/news-events/pr
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The first #COVID19 vaccine was administered at today - Thanks to everyone, including Emory researchers and healthcare professionals and vaccine trial volunteers, who helped make this amazing accomplishment possible!
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Today, we received our first delivery of #COVID19 vaccines released for healthcare workers. Tomorrow, we’ll begin administering them to patient-facing employees. This is a moment of change, and we're grateful to the many teams who made this milestone delivery possible!
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FACT: Vaccine testing was thorough and successful. More than 70,000 people participated in clinical trials for two vaccines. To date, the vaccines are nearly 95% effective in preventing COVID-19 with no safety concerns.
dph.georgia.gov/covid-vaccine
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Exciting news for #Columbus! Path-Tec is expanding its operations and creating 350 new jobs in the area.
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Today, FDA issued the first emergency use authorization (EUA) for a vaccine for the prevention of #COVID19 caused by SARS-CoV-2 in individuals 16 years of age and older. The emergency use authorization allows the vaccine to be distributed in the U.S. fda.gov/news-events/pr
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As vaccine distribution begins, I encourage all Georgians to continue following the guidance of public health officials.
While we are one step closer to getting back to normal, our work is not done and we must all remain vigilant.
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Through Operation Warp Speed, the U.S. has successfully developed a lifesaving #COVID19 vaccine in less than a year.
This is nothing short of extraordinary and a testament to the power of American ingenuity.
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A strong America requires a strong military. This defense bill:
→ Fully funds our military
→ Gives troops significant pay raise
→ Supports military families
→ Strengthens cybersecurity
→ Holds China accountable
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Thanks to ’s Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, over 373,000 rural Georgians will gain access to high-speed broadband. A critical step toward closing the digital divide.
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Major news on the @FCC's top priority of closing the #digitaldivide: we've announced the results from Phase I of the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund! Thrilled that millions of Americans in 49 states and CNMI will gain access to high-speed Internet service. twitter.com/matthewberryfc
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We will always remember the brave patriots who fought at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. No one understands the price of freedom better than those who have served and sacrificed. #PearlHarborRemembranceDay
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It’s time to get more relief to the people of Georgia right now and Senate Democrats are the only ones standing in the way of making that a reality.
Full statement with : perdue.senate.gov/news/press-rel
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While it's encouraging to see some of our Democrat colleagues come back to the negotiating table after their previously outlandish demands that had nothing to do with COVID, let’s not forget that every single Senate Democrat blocked this kind of additional relief just weeks ago.
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We should immediately reallocate the remaining #CARESAct funding, provide another round of PPP to our struggling small businesses, and extend critical relief through the end of the year so every family can make ends meet.
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When #COVID19 hit, & I both supported bipartisan relief and we are fighting to get more targeted relief to the people of Georgia right now.
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Sen. David Perdue praises Operation Warp Speed: "This is remarkable what you guys did."
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Honored to be at today with , , , and . Under President ’s leadership, we will have a vaccine before the end of the year!
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Heading to Georgia with @CDCDirector to visit the hard-working men and women of @CDCgov. Thanks to the leadership of President @realDonaldTrump we are just days away from delivering a safe and effective vaccine in record time!
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The Paycheck Protection Program has been extraordinarily successful and saved over 1.5 million Georgia jobs. I sponsored the bipartisan #RESTARTAct to expand PPP and provide additional support to the hardest-hit businesses.
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Congratulations to , , and on receiving research grants from . This effort will help our military develop new capabilities and continue building the #STEM workforce.
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Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. #ShopSmall this holiday season and support your local businesses! #SmallBusinessSaturday
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This #Thanksgiving, Bonnie and I are especially grateful for our brave military men and women, first responders, law enforcement and health care workers. Please join us in praying for them as they serve our state and country.
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Bonnie and I are blessed to serve our great state. From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.
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Congratulations to the 165th Airlift Wing and the Georgia Air National Guard on being selected to field the new C-130J Super Hercules! #SharedPurpose #SharedVictory
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On Monday, 11/30, will host a virtual Q&A for #veterans and their families.
RSVP on Facebook: facebook.com/events/4885151
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Excited to announce that a new fleet of C-130Js will be stationed at in #Savannah. These new aircraft will equip our with state-of-the-art technology as they support America’s global security interests. perdue.senate.gov/news/press-rel
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When #COVID19 hit, we got to work and brought $47 billion to Georgia to help hospitals, small businesses, communities. Together, we will defeat this virus.
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Silicon Ranch is investing $55 million in a new solar project in Houston County. This exciting investment will support economic development in #Georgia, while powering homes with low-cost, sustainable energy.
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