United States Senator Lamar Alexander

Alexander Statement on President’s Decision to Grant Executive Amnesty to Illegal Immigrants

“Our Founders did not want a king and the American people don’t want a president who acts like one. Our immigration system is broken and our border is a mess. The president should be working with Congress to secure the border and create a system of legal immigration – not disregarding the rule of law and the will of the American people.”

Alexander: Senate Democrats Should Stop Blocking Keystone XL Pipeline

“After six years of delay, Senate Democrats have yet again prevented approval of the Keystone XL pipeline, a project that will create thousands of jobs, help grow our economy, and bring the United States one step closer to energy independence with little impact on the environment. Passage of this bill is long overdue, and I hope under a new Republican Senate majority that the president will not continue stall this project for political reasons.”

Alexander: World’s Fastest Computer “Once Again Will Be at Oak Ridge”

“Once again the world’s fastest computer will be in the United States, and once again it will be at Oak Ridge. Supercomputing has helped Tennessee become a center for advanced manufacturing with the arrival of new companies, including several in the auto industry, creating thousands of good-paying jobs. Tennessee can continue to thrive and create many more good jobs with the use of this new supercomputer.”

Alexander: New Senate Majority “Determined to Fix Our Broken System

“Yesterday Americans elected a new Senate majority determined to fix our broken system and move our country in a new direction. I intend to help do this in a way Tennesseans know well—to work with others to get results. Americans want senators who know how to do more than make a speech; they want results.”

Eastman Expansion Shows Company is “Right Where It Ought to Be”

“Eastman has renewed its commitment to thousands of families in Upper East Tennessee. We are fortunate to have this global company improving the region and boosting the local economy. This expansion and the company’s continued investment in Tennessee further show that Eastman and the good jobs it is creating are right where they ought to be.”

Maryville Daily Times: Chickamauga Lock repair prospects boosted by House

Alexander, the top Republican on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development that oversees funding for the lock, said, “Replacing Chickamauga Lock keeps good jobs flowing into Chattanooga and East Tennessee — including at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, nuclear facilities and manufacturing plants — makes it easier for recreational boaters to go through the lock at no cost, and keeps 150,000 trucks from clogging up I-75.”

House Passes Legislation to Preserve Oak Ridge Manhattan Project Sites as National Historical Park

“The Manhattan Project is one of the most significant events in American history, and this legislation will protect and preserve these sites, including those at Oak Ridge, and designate them as a national historical park. Oak Ridge continues to serve as a global resource for scientific discovery, and this national historical park will provide the opportunity to learn about the significance of the Manhattan Project and how it continues to shape our history.”

Alexander Votes Against EEOC General Counsel Nominee Lopez

“During his time as general counsel, Mr. Lopez has been chiefly responsible for the agency’s pursuit of high-profile lawsuits that have been rebuked by the courts—and taxpayers are paying the cost of these rebukes,” Alexander said.

Alexander: Legislation Passed Today Means Chickamauga Lock Construction Could Resume As Early As 2016

“Replacing Chickamauga Lock keeps good jobs flowing into Chattanooga and East Tennessee – including at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, nuclear facilities and manufacturing plants – makes it easier for recreational boaters to go through the lock at no cost, and keeps 150,000 trucks from clogging up I-75.” – Lamar Alexander

Chattanooga Times Free Press: House approves tax measure that could revive Chickamauga Lock

“Passage of this legislation would mean Congress has accepted the offer by commercial barge owners to pay more to replace Chickamauga Lock, and that construction could resume as early as 2016,” said Alexander, who is the top Republican on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, which oversees funding for the lock. “Replacing Chickamauga Lock keeps good jobs flowing into Chattanooga and East Tennessee – including at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, nuclear facilities and manufacturing plants – makes it easier for recreational boaters to go through the lock at no cost, and keeps 150,000 trucks from clogging up I-75. I especially congratulate Congressman Fleischmann for his work on this legislation."

Alexander: Legislation Passed Today Means Chickamauga Lock Construction Could Resume As Early As 2016

“Replacing Chickamauga Lock keeps good jobs flowing into Chattanooga and East Tennessee – including at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, nuclear facilities and manufacturing plants – makes it easier for recreational boaters to go through the lock at no cost, and keeps 150,000 trucks from clogging up I-75.” – Lamar Alexander

Alexander on the Child Care & Development Block Grant

Alexander Calls on EEOC Nominees to Say How They Would Address Harmful EEOC Practices

Alexander on the Child Care & Development Block Grant

Alexander Says ABLE Act Will Remove Federal Barriers for 9,500 Individuals with Disabilities in Knox County

“The need for opportunities for citizens with disabilities is great in the area of Tennessee from which she and I both come from. …We’re talking about real people, people we know, people with whom we live who could be helped if we would remove some of the barriers that are in the way of people with disabilities finding a job.” –Lamar Alexander

Senator Alexander at Volkswagen Announcement in Chattanooga

Senator Alexander, who recruited the auto industry to Tennessee when he was governor, praised in Chattanooga with Governor Haslam, Senator Corker, VW executives, and other community leaders at the celebration of Volkswagen's announcement that it will be building its midsize SUV at the Chattanooga facility.

Alexander at Press Conference on Hobby Lobby Ruling

Senator Alexander joins Senator Hatch and faith leaders to speak out against the Udall/Murray bill to reverse the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. “Religious freedom is an essential part of the American character and the first part of the American Constitution. Every American should be concerned when any American’s religious freedom is trampled upon, which is what this legislation would do today. The Supreme Court very carefully said, that you should not trample on religious freedom in America unless there is a compelling reason to do it, and if you have to do it, it has to be as light as possible. The Hobby Lobby decision carefully upheld that… Any time any American’s freedom is trampled upon, every American should be deeply concerned.”

Senator Alexander at Tennessee Tuesday

Senator Alexander meets with constituents from Tennessee at Tennessee Tuesday, a weekly constituent breakfast hosted by Sens. Alexander and Corker in Washington.

Sen. Alexander meets with Jefferson Co. High School Junior ROTC cadets

Sen. Alexander meets with Jefferson County High School’s Junior ROTC cadets from Dandridge, Tenn., on the steps of the United States Capitol, where he welcomed them to Washington and talked to them about his memories of growing up in East Tennessee.

Sen. Alexander and TN Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey

Sen. Alexander and Tennessee Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey meet in Alexander’s office before heading to the State of the Union address.