Senators Call on Auto Retailer to Fully Inform Consumers of Broken Promise   [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA), authors of the Used Car Safety Recall Repair Act, issued the following statement after AutoNation, Inc. – the nation’s largest new auto retailer –... Read More

Lawmakers disappointed with automakers’ failure to prevent seatback collapse, notify federal government when death and injuries occur Washington (November 22, 2016) – Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Congresswoman Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) today sent a letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety... Read More

Americans need a roadmap for acute care that explores alternative pain management options   Washington (November 16, 2016) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass) today sent the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) a letter encouraging the agency to expand its Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain to... Read More

Senators have introduced legislation to protect drivers from auto security, privacy risks Washington (October 24, 2016) – Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), members of the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, released the following statement today after the Department of Transportation unveiled... Read More

WASHINGTON– U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA) today welcomed the Department of Transportation’s newly announced efforts to promote competition and increase transparency in the airline industry, but emphasized the need for further action. “Americans have grown all too familiar with flying the... Read More

Washington, D.C. - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward J. Markey along with Representatives Jim McGovern and Niki Tsongas announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $2,376,682 grant for track improvements along the Providence and Worcester Railroad Company's Gardner Branch rail line in Central... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Stephen F. Lynch (D-Boston) and U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)and Edward J. Markey (D-MA) announced that the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) will receive $4.2 million in grant funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Buses and Bus... Read More

Senator Markey authored mandate in law that requires the screening of all cargo on passenger airplanes in wake of 9/11 attacks Boston (September 9, 2016) – On the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today praised passage of the Senate resolution he led honoring the sacrifice and service of... Read More

Earlier this month, Senators queried major airlines about their information technology systems in light of recent widespread cancellations and delays Washington (August 24, 2016) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), members of the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following statement... Read More

WASHINGTON– U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Edward J. Markey (D-MA), and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) today called on the Administration to follow through with a recent Executive Order to promote competitive markets in all sectors, including airline pricing. Price comparison websites – like Travelocity, Priceline, and Kayak –... Read More

Senators also ask airlines about policies for reimbursement or to allow passengers to rebook on competing carriers’ flights during travel disruptions Washington (August 16, 2016) – As airline passengers suffer cancellations and delays due to unexplained airline technology issues, today, Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Richard... Read More

Senators have introduced legislation to establish federal standards to secure cars from cyberattack and protect drivers’ privacy Washington (August 4, 2016) – Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), members of the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, today sent a letter encouraging the Federal... Read More

Senator has introduced legislation with Rep. Peter Welch to ensure transparency and privacy for drone use Washington (August 2, 2016) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) a member of the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, released the following statement today after the White House announced new efforts to integrate unmanned... Read More

Senator is House author of fuel economy standard update in 2007 energy bill Washington (July 18, 2016) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Environment and Public Works Committee and Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, released the following statement today after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration... Read More

Senators release Government Accountability Office Report on Unfair Treatment and Retaliation against Whistleblowers   WASHINGTON, D.C.– U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., and Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., today released a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report that documents examples of retaliation... Read More

Recent proposed settlements between the FTC and used car dealers allow dealers to continue advertising used cars as certified and “safe” even if those vehicles have unrepaired safety recalls   Senators today called on FTC and NHTSA to redraft the proposed settlements to ensure consumers have the information they need to stay... Read More

[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA) released the following statement today after the U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a bankruptcy judge’s ruling that would have protected General Motors (GM) from lawsuits brought by victims  of GM’s defective ignition... Read More

Despite efforts and amendments from Markey, drone privacy protections for Americans not properly addressed in the final bill   Washington (July 13, 2016) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, expressed disappointment that the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act... Read More

Funding will help improve Conley Terminal at Port of Boston   Washington (July 5, 2016) – Massachusetts Senators Edward J. Markey and Elizabeth Warren and Congressmen Michael Capuano and Stephen F. Lynch applauded the Department of Transportation awarding a $42 million FASTLANE Grant to Massport for Conley Container Terminal in the Port... Read More

[WASHINGTON, DC] –U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today issued the following statement in response to a report issued by Senator Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) revealing at least four automakers have confirmed they are still equipping some new vehicles with defective Takata airbags.   “It is... Read More