"To issue a statement" means to release an official message or announcement to the public, usually coming from an organization, individual, or a spokesperson. Full definition
The school board issued a statement saying it is following state law in terms of the caps on damages a government agency can be forced to pay in a lawsuit. (host.madison.com)
For now, the company has not yet issued a statement on the same. (indianexpress.com)
Actions are a type of originating process, and are most commonly commenced by issuing a statement of claim. (mydefence.ca)