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| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/new-york-magazine-trump-ended-2018-rewarding-putin-another-year-bad | New York Magazine: Trump Ended 2018 by Rewarding Putin for Another Year of Bad Behavior | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | For most of 2018, it was conventional wisdom among Russia experts to say, knowingly, that Moscow was disappointed and more than a bit perplexed by Donald Trump. Russia wants acceptance of its annexation of Crimea and recognition of its security primacy over Ukraine and Russia's western border region, but it hasn't gotten any of that. Russia would also like to see an end to economic sanctions imposed over Ukraine; however, thanks to the U.S. Congress, it's now subject to more sanctions. More broadly, Russia seeks recognition in Syria, in Europe, and globally of its status as a top-tier power alongside Washington and Beijing. Instead, Putin is endlessly linked to Trump's clownish behavior on the world stage and disdain for democracy, while China's President Xi gets to pose as the defender of norms and international cooperation. Moscow is likely still perplexed, but it got a whole Advent calendar worth of presents from Trump this month. The departure of Defense Secretary James Mattis is a huge boost to Moscow's unrelenting campaign to weaken and undermine NATO. For the last two years, Mattis has personified U.S. commitment to NATO traveling where Trump wouldn't go, saying the things Trump wouldn't say, and, if we are honest, letting Americans and allies alike continue to believe in a commitment that Trump manifestly does not share. That security blanket is gone now. And the confusion and anxiety we're seeing across Europe in response is exactly what Moscow hoped to produce with its meddling in the first place. Then there's the policy shift that led to Mattis's resignation: Trump's abrupt troop pullouts from Syria and (possibly) Afghanistan. For years, Moscow has wanted Washington to have less influence in Afghanistan, which has floated on the edge of Russia's security reach for centuries. And for even longer, Moscow has wanted to have a voice in the security affairs of the Middle East, and to be recognized as a first-tier player there. Its presence in Syria, and its military support for both the murderous regime … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://ebjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-johnson-announces-44-million-in-federal-grants-for-martin | Congresswoman Johnson Announces $4.4 Million in Federal Grants for Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Clinic and UT Southwestern Medical Center | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Eddie Johnson | J000126 | ebjohnson.house.gov | legacy | Dallas, TX Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson today announced that the Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Clinic and UT Southwestern Medical Center have been awarded more than $4.4 million in grant funding by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The two medical facilities received $4,166,624 and $243,000, respectively. Every American needs health care, and it is the most fundamental of human rights that the government must ensure, said Congresswoman Johnson. As a non-practicing registered nurse and a Member of Congress, I've witnessed the transformative impact better health care can have on a community. It's important to remember that in addition to quality administration of health care, health care research can bring long-term and wide-ranging benefit. That is why I am particularly delighted to announce these two grants to the MLK Family Clinic and UT Southwestern. The award to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Clinic will bolster the facility's health care delivery and administrative procedures. The clinic has been serving southern Dallas County since 1986 and offers preventative, pediatric and women's health care. UT Southwestern has garnered a well-deserved reputation as one of the most prominent medical research entities in the nation, and the grant will fund new research into arboviruses, such as West Nile, that are transmitted through mosquitos and tics. In spite of the attention and focus of many committed professionals, Texas has the nation's highest number of uninsured Americans, said Congresswoman Johnson. It is my hope that this funding will help lower that number and ultimately bring better quality of life to the people of District 30. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://engel.house.gov/latest-news/engel-statement-on-bangladesh-election/ | Engel Statement on Bangladesh Election | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Eliot Engel | E000179 | engel.house.gov | legacy | 0 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | |||
| https://pallone.house.gov/media/press-releases/pallone-constituent-services-secures-more-250000-6th-district-constituents-2018 | Pallone Constituent Services Secures more than $250,000 for 6th District Constituents in 2018 | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NJ | Frank Pallone | P000034 | pallone.house.gov | legacy | LONG BRANCH, NJ Today,Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06)announced that his office helped secure a total of $254,252 for his constituents seeking assistance through his district office in 2018. His work on behalf of constituents includes help with Veterans Affairs claims, tax return issues with the Internal Revenue Service, Sandyrelated FEMA grants and claims, SBA loans, Social Security payments, and more. Over the last year, Congressman Pallone's constituent outreach representatives have made it possible for constituents to cut through red tape in order to receive money that is rightfully owed to them. I want all of my constituents to know that we're here to help,said Congressman Pallone. Whether my constituents need assistance navigating the federal bureaucracy or are concerned about a federal policy, I encourage them to stay in touch and hope that they continue to use my office as a resource. Constituents who have questions about a federal agency, or need assistance with matters ranging from Social Security benefits, federal pensions, Medicare eligibility, to passport or immigration issues should contact the Congressman for assistance. Additionally, veterans can receive help with a range of programs such as military records and awards, GI Bill benefits and VA disability claims. Staff can also be helpful in locating low-income housing options, energy assistance and various other benefits or resources. For help on any of these services or other issues, constituents should not hesitate to contact either of Congressman Pallone's district offices: New Brunswick Office-67/69 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, Phone:(732) 249-8892 Long Branch Office-504 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740, Phone:(732) 571-1140 | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://pelosi.house.gov/news/pelosi-updates/one-week-and-counting | One Week And Counting | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Nancy Pelosi | P000197 | pelosi.house.gov | legacy | Frequently Asked Questions on the Trump Government Shutdown Will my mail still arrive during the shutdown? Yes. The U.S. Postal Service is not affected by a government shutdown. The U.S. Postal Service is an independent entity that is funded through the sale of its products and services, and not by tax dollars.Will I continue to receive my Social Security checks? Yes. During a government shutdown, recipients continue to receive their Social Security checks.Will Medicare and Medicaid be interrupted? No. The operations of Medicare and Medicaid will operate normally during the shutdown.Can I get taxpayer assistance from IRS personnel during the shutdown? It will likely be difficult. If the Trump Shutdown goes into January, it will have a significant impact on the IRS.While the shutdown continues, 90 percent of the IRS staff is furloughed.IRS's tax filing season is January-April. Beginning in January, some Americans will start thinking about filing their 2018 taxes, due April 15, 2019. This will be the first year when Americans are filing their taxes under the new GOP tax law, and many will have numerous questions. If the Trump Shutdown continues, the limited IRS staff will be unable to keep up with the questions coming in from taxpayers using the IRS customer service hotline.Can I get a passport during the shutdown? Perhaps, with it depending on where you live. The U.S. Passport Agency remains open during the shutdown and continues to issue passports. However, depending on where you live, the State Department could curtail issuing passports where those passport services are offered in buildings run by another agency that is shut down. Will I be able to continue visiting the national parks during the shutdown?The Trump Administration claims that the vast majority of national parks are open during the shutdown (on the grounds that barriers have not been put up at the parks to prevent entry.) However, the fact is that there arenoservices for visitors to National Park Service sites during th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.kaine.senate.gov/press-releases/kaine-statement-on-navy-block-buy-decision | Kaine Statement On Navy Block Buy Decision | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | VA | Tim Kaine | K000384 | www.kaine.senate.gov | legacy | December 31, 2018 Kaine Statement On Navy Block Buy Decision WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement today after the Navy announced its intent to block buy two Ford-class aircraft carriers: I'm thrilled the Navy has decided to pursue a block buy for aircraft carriers, something I've been advocating to save billions in taxpayer dollars and offer more certainty to the Hampton Roads defense community. This smart move will save taxpayer dollars and help ensure the shipyards can maintain a skilled workforce to get the job done.Newport News buildsthe finest carriers in the world, and I know they are ready to handle this increase in work as we make progress toward the Navy's goal of a 355-ship fleet. Kaine has long supported the block buying of aircraft carriers. He has championed language in annual defense and funding bills to allow for a block buy and frequently discussed the benefits with military leadership. ### Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.kaine.senate.gov/press-releases/senators-urge-trump-to-reverse-course-raise-pay-for-federal-employees | Senators Urge Trump to Reverse Course, Raise Pay for Federal Employees | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | VA | Tim Kaine | K000384 | www.kaine.senate.gov | legacy | December 31, 2018 Senators Urge Trump to Reverse Course, Raise Pay for Federal Employees ~Senate had approved 1.9 percent pay increase on a bipartisan basisbut on December 28,the President unilaterallyimposed a pay freeze for non-military federal workers~ WASHINGTON Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) sent a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him in the strongest possible terms toback off aplannedpay freeze forcivilian federal employees in 2019. "We write to urge you in the strongest possible terms to reverse your decision to freeze pay rates for non-military federal workers in 2019. After months of indecisiveness and mixed signals, your decision further penalizes hard-working federal employees already straining under the impact of the unnecessary government shutdown that began on December 22nd,"the Senators told Trump."Freezing pay for federal workers adds insult to injury for dedicated public servants already subject to political attacks and gamesmanship." While the White House's FY19 budget proposed an across-the-board pay freeze for non-military federal workers, in August, the Senate approved appropriations legislation providing for a 1.9 percent pay increase for federal workers. However, the House's failure to take up the bill allowed President Trump to sign an executive order on December 28 -- day six of thepartial government shutdown -- unilaterallyfreezing pay for civilian federal employees. In today's letter, the Senators pushed Trump to change course, highlighting bipartisan support for the Senate-passed 1.9 percent pay raise. They also underscored how freezing pay hinders the federal government's hiring competitiveness with the private sector, and called out the President for not doing more to prioritize human capital investments. The Senators also committed to working towards a pay adjustmentfor FY19 if President Trump fails to reverse his decision. "There should be a … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.leahy.senate.gov/press/123118bipartisandemlegstmt | Statement Of Appropriations Committee Vice Chairman Patrick Leahy On House Democrats Introducing Legislation To Reopen the Government | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | VT | Patrick Leahy | L000174 | www.leahy.senate.gov | legacy | 12.31.18 Statement Of Appropriations Committee Vice Chairman Patrick Leahy On House Democrats Introducing Legislation To Reopen the Government There is one reason and one reason only that much of our federal government is shut down through the holidays and countless Americans are living with uncertainty and that reason is President Trump. For 10 days he has held the federal government hostage in an attempt to force us to pay for an ineffective and expensive wall on the southern border, a wall he promised that Mexico would pay for. It will not work. He does not have the votes. Today, House Democrats introduced a commonsense path forward to end the Trump Shutdown: six bipartisan appropriations bills and a continuing resolution for the Department of Homeland Security. Following this path, we can finish six of the seven appropriations bills this week and get the government back open and working for the American people. The six bills are the product of bipartisan compromise and provide billions of dollars in new resources to address critical needs of the American people and to protect U.S. national security. They provide much-needed funding to help combat our nation's opioid epidemic, and critical investments in infrastructure to help rebuild our nation's crumbling roads, bridges, and highways. They provide resources to protect the environment and help ensure that the water we drink and the air we breathe is safe and clean for this generation and the next. And they support key allies and national security programs that enable the United States to be a global leader. For 10 days this funding has been held hostage by the President. Which of this funding would he have cut to pay for his wall? The reality is, while the President has spent days hiding away in the White House and demanding via tweets billions from U.S. taxpayers to build his misguided wall, he has completely cut off funding for the very Department tasked with securing our border, as well as eight other federal departments and dozens of agenci… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.tomudall.senate.gov/news/press-releases/udall-statement-on-democratic-proposal-to-end-trump-shutdown | Udall Statement on Democratic Proposal to End Trump Shutdown | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NM | Tom Udall | U000039 | www.tomudall.senate.gov | legacy | December 31, 2018 Udall Statement on Democratic Proposal to End Trump Shutdown WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.), ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, released the following statement after Democratic leaders announced a plan to end President Trump's government shutdown and reopen the federal government: Democrats are offering a responsible path forward to end the Trump shutdown, reopen the government, and provide certainty for New Mexico workers, families, and our economy. New Mexicans never asked for a Trump shutdown, from a president who is holding government hostage to try and force taxpayers to pay for his ineffective, wasteful, and offensive border wall. It's time for Republican leaders to end this madness and support a common-sense, bipartisan way forward for the good of the country. Print Email Tweet Previous Article | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2018/12/sen-warner-on-the-president-signing-the-ashanti-alert-act-into-law | Sen. Warner on the President Signing the Ashanti Alert Act Into Law | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | VA | Mark Warner | W000805 | www.warner.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) issued the following statement after President Trump signed the Ashanti Alert Act legislation that will create a new federal alert system for missing or endangered adults between the ages of 18-64into law: "Despite the tragic loss of Ashanti Billie, with the love and support of Meltony and Brandy Billie along with the Hampton Roads community, the Ashanti Alert Act is now law of the land. In this New Year, it is my hope that this important law enforcement tool can help save countless lives." The Ashanti Alert Act is named after Ashanti Billie, the 19-year-old who was abducted in Norfolk, Va. on September 18, 2017. Her body was discovered in North Carolina 11 days after she was first reported missing. At the time of Ashanti's abduction, she was too old for an Amber Alert and too young for a Silver Alert. The Ashanti Alert, like the other alert systems, would notify the public about missing or endangered adults, ages 18-64, through a national communications network to assist law enforcement in the search. In June, Gov. Northam signed into law legislation introduced by Del. Jay Jones creating a statewide Ashanti Alert system in Virginia. In September, the House of Representatives unanimously passed its version of theAshanti Alert Act, which was introduced by outgoing Congressman Scott Taylor. After the House billin its original formwas blocked from passing in the Senate, Sen. Warner worked with his colleagues to make modifications to the bill to allow for its eventualpassage by unanimous consentin that chamber. In December, the House of Representatives passed the modified Ashanti Alert Act, sending it to the President's desk for signature. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2018/12/senators-urge-trump-to-reverse-course-raise-pay-for-federal-employees | Senators Urge Trump to Reverse Course, Raise Pay for Federal Employees | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | VA | Mark Warner | W000805 | www.warner.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Tim Kaine (D-VA), Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Sherrod Brown (D-OH) sent a letter to President Donald Trump, urging him in the strongest possible terms toback off aplannedpay freeze forcivilian federal employees in 2019. "We write to urge you in the strongest possible terms to reverse your decision to freeze pay rates for non-military federal workers in 2019. After months of indecisiveness and mixed signals, your decision further penalizes hard-working federal employees already straining under the impact of the unnecessary government shutdown that began on December 22nd,"the Senators told Trump."Freezing pay for federal workers adds insult to injury for dedicated public servants already subject to political attacks and gamesmanship." While the White House's FY19 budget proposed an across-the-board pay freeze for non-military federal workers, in August, the Senate approved appropriations legislation providing for a 1.9 percent pay increase for federal workers. However, the House's failure to take up the bill allowed President Trump to sign an executive order on December 28 -- day six of thepartial government shutdown -- unilaterallyfreezing pay for civilian federal employees. In today's letter, the Senators pushed Trump to change course, highlighting bipartisan support for the Senate-passed 1.9 percent pay raise. They also underscored how freezing pay hinders the federal government's hiring competitiveness with the private sector, and called out the President for not doing more to prioritize human capital investments. The Senators also committed to working towards a pay adjustmentfor FY19 if President Trump fails to reverse his decision. "There should be a particular sense of urgency in bolstering, rather than undermining, the competitiveness of the federal workforce considering that the share of federal employees eligible for retirement is expected to jump to 30 percent in five years,"the Senators wrote. "As a busin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2018/12/statement-sen-warner-on-navy-s-announcement-to-block-buy-two-ford-class-aircraft-carriers | Sen. Warner on Navy's Announcement to Block Buy Two Ford-Class Aircraft Carriers | 2018-12-31 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | VA | Mark Warner | W000805 | www.warner.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) issued the following statement after the U.S. Navy announced they will block buy two Gerald R. Ford aircraft carriers: I am pleased that the Navy has announced its plan to move forward in the procurement of two aircraft carriers, which will generate significant cost savings for taxpayers. This announcement is not only important for the men and women of the Newport News shipbuilding industry, it also makes a critical investment in our nation's defense by ensuring the Navy has the capabilities needed to combat any adversary. Sen. Warner has continued to express support for the block buy of Ford-class aircraft carriers that would save taxpayer dollars and strengthen our national defense. In December 2017, Sen. Warner joined Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) and 15 Senators in a letter to Defense Secretary James Mattis to support the Pentagon's pursuit in the block buy in FY2019. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sarbanes.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/with-hr-1-democrats-announce-a-new-program-for-electoral-reform | With H.R. 1, Democrats Announce a New Program for Electoral Reform | 2018-12-30 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MD | John Sarbanes | S001168 | sarbanes.house.gov | legacy | When the new Congress convenes in January, the very first item on its to-do list will be H.R. 1, a package of good-government and election reforms unveiled Friday by Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and a group of legislators led by John Sarbanes, of Maryland. Its contents haven't been fully composed yet, but Pelosi and Sarbanes previewed its three parts in a WashingtonPostop-ed earlier this week: a voting-rights plank that includes updates to the Voting Rights Act, measures to address gerrymandering, and automatic voter registration; an ethics plank that requires the President to disclose his or her tax returns and bans the use of taxpayer funds for congressional sexual-harassment settlements; and a campaign-finance plank that offers matching federal funds for small-dollar donations and requires superpacs to publicly disclose their donors. At a press conference on Friday, Sarbanes said, There's a lot of people out there in the country who feel right now that Washington doesn't listen to them, their democracy doesn't work for them, they're kind of left out and locked out. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.whitehouse.senate.gov/news/op-eds/taxing-carbon-emissions | Taxing Carbon Emissions | 2018-12-30 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Sheldon Whitehouse | W000802 | www.whitehouse.senate.gov | legacy | To the Editor: I must respectfully disagree with my friendJohn Barrasso's Op-Ed article (Cut Carbon Through Innovation, Not Regulation, nytimes.com, Dec. 18). First, the referendum result in Washington State looked like more relentless campaigning by the fossil fuel industry against climate action; without that industry onslaught, the carbon tax referendum there would probably have passed. Second, a carbon tax is notexpensive,except maybe for fossil fuel interests, as in our proposals all the money goes back to the public. In addition, taxing carbon moves energy markets toward cheaper renewables. On balance, people save money. On top of that, the savings from avoiding climate catastrophes are immense. If you really want to innovate, there has to be a cost to carbon pollution. Without that, where is the incentive to innovate? Today, fossil fuel enjoys a$700 billion-a-year subsidy in the United States, according to the International Monetary Fund. That subsidy warps the economy; it discourages innovation. We need to come together to solve this problem, not let the fossil fuel industry's talking points lead us away from a meaningful solution because leading us astray suits its interests. Sheldon Whitehouse Newport, R.I. The writer, a Democrat, is a United States senator from Rhode Island. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://grijalva.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=13&itemid=2700 | Rep. Grijalva Statement on DHS Secretary's Visit to Yuma | 2018-12-29 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | AZ | Raúl Grijalva | G000551 | grijalva.house.gov | legacy | TUCSON, AZToday, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen is visiting Yuma, Arizona as part of a two-day tour of the Southern Border. This comes at the heels of the deaths of two migrant children in U.S. custody in the past month. In response, Rep. Ral M. Grijalva issued the following statement: As Secretary Nielsen embarks on her latest photo opportunity and media tour at the Southern Border, she arrives under the dark cloud of a Republican-induced government shutdown, the President's threats to close the border, and the tragic deaths of two children in DHS custody. I've been clear from the beginning. Secretary Nielsen has no business serving as DHS Secretary, and the latest accountability and transparency issues at DHS provide more evidence that she is unfit to lead. I reiterate my call for her to resign. ### Stay in touch with Rep. Grijalva: NewsletterFacebookTwitterInstagramWebsite | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://langevin.house.gov/press-release/langevin-statement-passing-former-bishop-robert-mulvee | Langevin Statement on the Passing of Former Bishop Robert Mulvee | 2018-12-29 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Jim Langevin | L000559 | langevin.house.gov | legacy | WARWICK, RI Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI) issued the following statement on the passing of former Providence Bishop Robert Mulvee: Bishop Mulvee was a kind and gentle soul who personified what it means to be a good shepherd in the Catholic church. He was a man who devoted his life to God and provided important spiritual guidance to many while always remaining compassionate and understanding. I had the honor to know Bishop Mulvee, and I considered him a true friend. His leadership and presence in the local Catholic church will be greatly missed. May his soul rest in eternal peace. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.coons.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sen-coons-statement-on-tomorrows-elections-in-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo | Sen. Coons’ statement on tomorrow’s elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo | 2018-12-29 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | DE | Christopher Coons | C001088 | www.coons.senate.gov | legacy | 12.29.18 Sen. Coons' statement on tomorrow's elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo WILMINGTON U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement ahead of tomorrow's long-delayed elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. I call on the authorities of the Democratic Republic of Congo ensure that long delayed elections take place as scheduledtomorrow, December 30and that the Congolese people are able to participate freely. Security forces, candidates, and their supporters must refrain from violence and commit to the rule of law and transparent, accountable governance. The people of the DRC, a country the size of Western Europe, have suffered enough in recent years due to pervasive corruption, attacks by armed groups, and a lack of basic services. The current and recent outbreak of Ebola in the east compounds these challenges. Congo's 81 million people have never known the leaders they deserve. The election tomorrow represents an opportunity to turn over a new page in the country's history. But the conduct of the pre-election environment has not been encouraging. This election should have been held at the end of 2016 under DRC's constitution. The Saint Sylvestre political agreement of December 2016 provided a one-year extension, which authorities again failed to respect. Most recently, a mysterious fire that destroyed some eight thousand voting machines, which were apparently to be used in the capital of Kinshasa (an opposition stronghold), caused an additional one-week delay. Finally, the electoral commission decided unilaterally this week that some 1.2 million people in Beni, Butembo, and Yumbi (also known for supporting opposition candidates) will not be able to vote on Sunday, due to the Ebola outbreak as well as recent violence. These delays are concerning. I am also disappointed by the electoral commission's refusal to accept independent election observers from the European Union or the U.S.-based Carter Cente… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.duckworth.senate.gov//news/press-releases/duckworth-trumps-rollback-of-clean-air-rules-will-harm-childrens-health | Duckworth: Trump’s Rollback of Clean Air Rules Will Harm Children’s Health | 2018-12-29 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | IL | Tammy Duckworth | D000622 | www.duckworth.senate.gov | legacy | December 29, 2018 Duckworth: Trump's Rollback of Clean Air Rules Will Harm Children's Health [WASHINGTON, D.C.] U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) issued the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rolled back the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards. Duckworth serves on the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee. The Trump Administration is choosing to continue its attack on the public health of our children and our communities. The evidence is clear: mercury is a toxin that causes learning disabilities, loss of IQ, asthma attacks, heart attacks and premature deaths. By rolling back the lifesaving standards responsible for the dramatic reduction of mercury and other toxins in our air, the Trump Administration has once again abandoned its duty to protect the public health of our babies and our children. I'll keep working to protect the right of every child and every American to breathe clean, healthy air. -30- Print Email Tweet Next Article Previous Article | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.whitehouse.senate.gov/news/release/whitehouse-statement-on-the-passing-of-bishop-mulvee | Whitehouse Statement on the Passing of Bishop Mulvee | 2018-12-29 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Sheldon Whitehouse | W000802 | www.whitehouse.senate.gov | legacy | 12.29.18 Whitehouse Statement on the Passing of Bishop Mulvee Providence, RI U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse today released the following statement on the passing of former Providence Bishop Robert Mulvee: Bishop Mulvee was quite involved in community policing issues during my years in law enforcement, and we came to know and trust each other. He was always a wise, patient and kindly voice, and in all our personal dealings he was warm, honorable and sincere. I am saddened by his passing. ### Print Email Tweet Previous Article | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398852 | U.S. Rep. Castor's statement on her appointment as Chair of the new Select Committee on the Climate Crisis | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Rep. Castor's statement on her appointment as Chair of the new Select Committee on the Climate Crisi f t # e Washington, December 28, 2018 U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL14) released the following statement regarding her appointment as Chair of the new Select Committee on the Climate Crisis by Speaker-designate Nancy Pelosi: share: f t U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL14) released the following statement regarding her appointment as Chair of the new Select Committee on the Climate Crisis by Speaker-designate Nancy Pelosi: "I am humbled by Speaker-designate Pelosi's confidence in me to leadthe Select Committee on the Climate Crisis. She is correct to reinstitute the Select Committee and urge action to address this dire crisis that impacts my neighbors in Florida, all Americans and future generations. We must act with urgency to reduce carbon pollution and we can do so by unleashing American ingenuity and creating clean energy jobs to power our future. We cannot delay. The costs of the changing climate and extreme weather events pose greater risks every day to American families, businesses and our way of life.The Select Committee on the Climate Crisis and the new generation of leaders in Congress -- who understand the scientific imperative -- will tackle the crisis head on. Failure is not an option. ### f t # e | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://bass.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-bass-statement-appointment-cheryl-johnson-next-house-clerk | Rep. Bass Statement on Appointment of Cheryl Johnson as Next House Clerk | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Karen Bass | B001270 | bass.house.gov | legacy | Los Angeles, CA Office 4929 Wilshire Blvd Suite 650 Los Angeles,CA 90010 Phone: (323) 965-1422 Fax: (323) 965-1113 Washington, DC Office 2059 Rayburn HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-7084 Fax: (202) 225-2422 | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/news-articles/10tv-congresswoman-beattys-ceremonial-community-swearing-in | 10TV: Congresswoman Beatty's Ceremonial Community Swearing-in | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | OH | Joyce Beatty | B001281 | beatty.house.gov | legacy | On Friday, December 28, 2018, 10TV was on hand to cover all the action surronding Congresswoman Beatty's Ceremonial Community Swearing-in event at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. An archived recordinng can be viewed on Beatty's official YouTube page. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://beatty.house.gov/media-center/news-articles/nbc4-congresswoman-beattys-ceremonial-community-swearing-in | NBC4: Congresswoman Beatty's Ceremonial Community Swearing-in | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | OH | Joyce Beatty | B001281 | beatty.house.gov | legacy | 471 East Broad Street, Suite 1100 Columbus, Ohio 43215 Phone: 614-220-0003 Fax: 614-220-5640 Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://cohen.house.gov/taxonomy/story-type/enewsletters/criticizing-trumps-government-shutdown | Criticizing Trump's Government Shutdown | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TN | Steve Cohen | C001068 | cohen.house.gov | legacy | Dear Friend, This week, the federal government remained partially shutdown by an unnecessary demand by the President for funding for a border wall. In addition to pushing back against the Trump shutdown, I met with constituents and went on CNN to emphasize the need for overdue oversight of the Trump administration, announced a grant for Early Head Start programs at Porter-Leath, expressed concern at the death of a second child migrant in U.S. custody this month, and offered a holiday health tip about getting enough sleep. Keep reading to learn more about my week and follow me onTwitterandFacebookto see more updates as they happen. Criticizing Trump's Government Shutdown Talking Future Oversight of Trump Administration on CNNAnnouncing $2.3 million Early Head Start Grant to Porter-LeathExpressingConcernat a Second Death of a Child Migrant in U.S. CustodyAppearing on MSNBC on SundayOffering U.S. Capitol Historical Society Calendars Signing Up for Congress On Your Corner and this e-Newsletter Weekly Health Tip Quote of the Week Criticizing Trump's Government Shutdown This week, for the third time in Trump's presidency, portions of the federal government shut down. This time it was because of Trump's 11thhour demand for a border wallthat the President said Mexico would pay for, not taxpayers.As he boasted how proud he was to shut down the government,I spoke out against it. The public deserves and expects the programs and services it pays for to stay open and work. I will continue to work to reopen the government, and get federal employees back to work for the American people. Talking Future Oversight of Trump Administration on CNN On Wednesday, I went on CNN with Dana Bash who asked me about oversight of the Trump administrationafterDemocrats take the Majority in the House on January 3. I told her oversight is a basic duty of Congress that has been neglected during the past two years and that that will change in the year ahead. See theinterview here. Announcing $2.3 million… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://dennyheck.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/questions-and-answers-about-the-impact-of-a-partial-government-shutdown | Questions and Answers about the Impact of a Partial Government Shutdown | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Denny Heck | H001064 | dennyheck.house.gov | legacy | Will my mail still arrive during the shutdown? Yes. The U.S. Postal Service is not affected by a government shutdown. The U.S. Postal Service is an independent entity that is funded through the sale of its products and services, and not by tax dollars. Will I continue to receive my Social Security checks? Yes. During a government shutdown, recipients continue to receive their Social Security checks. Will Medicare and Medicaid be interrupted? No. The operations of Medicare and Medicaid will operate normally during the shutdown. Can I get taxpayer assistance from IRS personnel during the shutdown? It will likely be difficult. If the Trump Shutdown goes into January, it will have a significant impact on the IRS. While the shutdown continues, 90 percent of the IRS staff is furloughed. IRS's tax filing season is January-April. Beginning in January, some Americans will start thinking about filing their 2018 taxes, due April 15, 2019. This will be the first year when Americans are filing their taxes under the new GOP tax law, and many will have numerous questions. If the Trump Shutdown continues, the limited IRS staff will be unable to keep up with the questions coming in from taxpayers using the IRS customer service hotline. Can I get a passport during the shutdown? Perhaps, with it depending on where you live. The U.S. Passport Agency remains open during the shutdown and continues to issue passports. However, depending on where you live, the State Department could curtail issuing passports where those passport services are offered in buildings run by another agency that is shut down. Will I be able to continue visiting the national parks during the shutdown? The Trump Administration claims that the vast majority of national parks are open during the shutdown (on the grounds that barriers have not been put up at the parks to prevent entry.) However, the fact is that there are no services for visitors to National Park Service sites during the shutdown. Services such as restrooms, visitors' centers… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/service-spirit-and-longevity-remembering-richard-overton | Service, Spirit, and Longevity: Remembering Richard Overton | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | ***Press Release*** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 2018 Contact: Kate Stotesbery 202-225-4865 Service, Spirit, and Longevity: Remembering Richard Overton Washington, D.C. U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett released the following statement in remembrance of Austin veteran Richard Overton: Saluting Richard Overton for his service, spirit, and longevity. One of the last of our World War II vets has passed away at 112. Pleased that he could share so many honors late in life including, here, getting the Healing Garden at our Veterans Clinic named in his honor. Joined by Mayor Adler, we shared a celebration of his life that he very much enjoyed. ### Follow Lloyd Doggett Facebook:https://www.Facebook.com/RepLloydDoggett | Twitter: @RepLloydDoggett| Instagram: @RepLloydDoggett | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases/service-spirit-and-longevity-remembering-richard-overton | Service, Spirit, and Longevity: Remembering Richard Overton | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | doggett | https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett released the following statement in remembrance of Austin veteran Richard Overton: "Saluting Richard Overton for his service, spirit, and longevity. One of the last of our World War II vets has passed away at 112. Pleased that he could share so many honors late in life including, here, getting the Healing Garden at our Veterans Clinic named in his honor. Joined by Mayor Adler, we shared a celebration of his life that he very much enjoyed." Follow Lloyd Doggett | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z |
| https://engel.house.gov/latest-news/engel-to-pompeo-push-to-secure-justice-for-victims-of-the-kosovo-war/ | Engel to Pompeo: Push to Secure Justice for Victims of the Kosovo War | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Eliot Engel | E000179 | engel.house.gov | legacy | 0 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | |||
| https://foster.house.gov/media/press-releases/foster-statement-on-the-passing-of-tom-weisner | Foster Statement on the Passing of Tom Weisner | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | IL | Bill Foster | F000454 | foster.house.gov | foster | https://foster.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Aurora, IL - "I am deeply saddened to learn that Mayor Tom Weisner passed away. Mayor Weisner led the city through a period of great change and growth, leaving it a more vibrant place to live, work, and play. We are forever indebted to him for his years of public service and leadership as mayor of Aurora. I am grateful to have been able to call him a friend, and I am even more grateful for the counsel he offered me for more than a decade. Tom never forgot the real reason we enter into public service - to improve the lives of the people we represent. Aurora is a better place because of Tom's work, and his legacy will continue to live on in the community he worked to make a better place for the people who call it home. Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z |
| https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-gonzalez-reacts-president-trump-s-threat-shut-down-southwest-border | Congressman Gonzalez Reacts to President Trumps Threat to Shut Down Southwest Border | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Vicente Gonzalez | G000581 | gonzalez.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON - Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) issued the following statement in response to President Donald J. Trump'scomments that a full shutdown of the U.S. Southwest Border may be necessary to obtain funding for a border wall. It is increasingly worrisome that the president is not kept accountable for his rhetoric - be it online or on any platform. No, Mr. President, you cannot shut down the Southwest Border as a bargaining chip for your useless border wall proposal. The American people need to understand that this action would have vast, terrible implications for American consumers and businesses. If I recall correctly, the biggest threats faced at the U.S.-Mexico Border this year have been the inhumane policies enacted by the Administration. We must be diplomatic and strategic in securing our borders. We must be diligent in protecting trade relations with our neighbors. And the president must exercise the decorum expected from the White House - even from his Twitter account. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://gottheimer.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1169 | Gottheimer Claws Back More Than $6.5 Million for Hackettstown Train Project | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NJ | Josh Gottheimer | G000583 | gottheimer.house.gov | legacy | Gottheimer Claws Back More Than $6.5 Million for Hackettstown Train Project Grant for Positive Train Control on Hackettstown Line to Trenton and New York Penn Station Will Increase Rail Safety f t # e Newton, December 28, 2018 Friday, December 27, 2018, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced a federal grant from the Department of Transportation for $6,542,353 for positive train control on a NJ Transit line that travels from New York Penn Station and Trenton to Hackettstown. The grant comes as part of the FY18 Positive Train Control Grants under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Grant Program.This grant will go a long way to improving commuter and rail safety in Warren County and across northern New Jersey, said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). The new positive train control system will help keep our trains moving on time and work to prevent the type of rail accidents in New Jersey that we've seen in our state and around the country in recent years. I am proud to claw back our federal tax dollars to make long overdue improvements to our infrastructure in North Jersey. Since I took office, we've clawed back 16% more federal dollars back into the Fifth District compared to previous years -- an increase of $290 per household to help cut our property taxes and fight back against Moochers States, like Mississippi and Alabama. In April, Josh's bipartisan FRA Safety Data Improvement Act, HR 4925, passed the House of Representatives with broad bipartisan support. The legislation, which was cosponsored by Republican Congressman Paul Mitchell (MI-10), passed by a unanimous vote. The FRA Safety Data Improvement Act codifies safety accountability requirements to prevent shifting in standards from one Administration to the next. It requires a plan and the implementation of recommendations… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://lipinski.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=91&itemid=3754 | Lipinski Lends Support to Innovative National Security Program | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | IL | Daniel Lipinski | L000563 | lipinski.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON--Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) is leading a bipartisan group of lawmakers who are requesting the Department of Defense to include funding for the Hacking for Defense (H4D) program in its FY 2020 budget request. H4D combines the problem-solving techniques learned by members of the military in the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan with Silicon Valley lean business startup methods to teach students how to solve national security challenges. Earlier this month, Lipinski wrote a letter to Michael Griffin, undersecretary of defense for research and engineering, requesting that he support the MD5 National Security Technology Accelerator, which through its university partnerships and collaboration with the H4D program, has helped create a pipeline of new technology and engineering talent focused on national security issues. Fifteen senators and representatives joined Lipinski in requesting funding for the program, which has created more than 900 new applications, concepts, or solutions provided to end-users throughout DOD. H4D delivers solutions directly to the warfighter, supports the rebuilding of U.S. military readiness, and advances the mission of innovation in national security, Lipinski said. We're requesting that the DOD make MD5 a program of record and include funding for it in order to increase innovation in the department's acquisition process and improve U.S. military readiness. H4D is modeled after the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Innovation Corps (I-Corps) program, which has been teaching scientists and engineers the skills they need to turn their discoveries into commercial products since 2011. As the top Democrat on the Research and Technology Subcommittee of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Lipinski was an early supporter of the I-Corps program and was responsible for helping it proliferate through the federal government. It has changed how federally funded research is commercialized. Congress has recognized the importance of MD5 by adding more than $50 millio… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://lujan.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/udall-heinrich-harris-gillibrand-lujn-demand-investigation-into-death-of-felipe-alonzo-gomez | Udall, Heinrich, Harris, Gillibrand, Lujn Demand Investigation into Death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NM | Ben Luján | L000570 | lujan.house.gov | legacy | 0 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | |||
| https://mccollum.house.gov/media/press-releases/frequently-asked-questions-trump-government-shutdown | Frequently Asked Questions on the Trump Government Shutdown | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MN | Betty McCollum | M001143 | mccollum.house.gov | legacy | Frequently Asked Questions from Constituents on the Trump Government Shutdown Will my mail still arrive during the shutdown? Yes. The U.S. Postal Service is not affected by a government shutdown. The U.S. Postal Service is an independent entity that is funded through the sale of its products and services, and not by tax dollars. Will I continue to receive my Social Security checks? Yes. During a government shutdown, recipients continue to receive their Social Security checks. Will Medicare and Medicaid be interrupted? No. The operations of Medicare and Medicaid will operate normally during the shutdown. Can I get taxpayer assistance from IRS personnel during the shutdown? It will likely be difficult. If the Trump Shutdown goes into January, it will have a significant impact on the IRS.While the shutdown continues, 90 percent of the IRS staff is furloughed.IRS's tax filing season is January-April. Beginning in January, some Americans will start thinking about filing their 2018 taxes, due April 15, 2019. This will be the first year when Americans are filing their taxes under the new GOP tax law, and many will have numerous questions. If the Trump Shutdown continues, the limited IRS staff will be unable to keep up with the questions coming in from taxpayers using the IRS customer service hotline. Can I get a passport during the shutdown? Perhaps, with it depending on where you live. The U.S. Passport Agency remains open during the shutdown and continues to issue passports. However, depending on where you live, the State Department could curtail issuing passports where those passport services are offered in buildings run by another agency that is shut down. Will I be able to continue visiting the national parks during the shutdown? The Trump Administration claims that the vast majority of national parks are open during the shutdown (on the grounds that barriers have not been put up at the parks to prevent entry.) However, the fact is that there arenoservices for visitors to Nati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://nadler.house.gov/press-release/top-house-democrats-call-preservation-records-related-child-deaths-cbp-custody-and | Top House Democrats Call for Preservation of Records Related to Child Deaths in CBP Custody and Announce Plans for Oversight Hearings in 116th Congress | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NY | Jerrold Nadler | N000002 | nadler.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (D-CA), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security, Congressman Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD), Ranking Member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Committee, and Congressman Joaquin Castro (D-TX), Chairman-Elect of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, issued the following joint statement calling for the preservation of all evidence related to the two child deaths in Customs and Border Protection (CBP) custody, as well as announcing they will conduct hearings and oversight in the new Congress into those deaths and conditions in those facilities generally: We are devastated by the news that yet another child has died in the custody of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). After the new Congress begins next week, our Committees in the House of Representatives will hold hearings and conduct oversight of the two deaths that occurred earlier this month, as well as the conditions under which thousands of children are being held in DHS custody. We take seriously our responsibility to conduct meaningful and fair oversight, and to ensure accountability where required." As a result, we are calling on DHS to preserve any and all evidence related to these horrible incidents. This evidence includes, but is not limited to, medical records, logs of health and welfare checks, and surveillance videos at all relevant Customs and Border Protection holding facilities, forward operating bases, and processing centers. We as a country can and must do better. We look forward to working with DHS to improve the health and safety of those in its custody and to ensure that this never happens again." | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/kilili-eyes-education-subcommittee-chairmanship | Kilili eyes education subcommittee chairmanship | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Marianas Variety- U.S. Congressman Gregorio Kilili Camacho Sablan wants to chair the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce- Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. A senior member of the full committee and the current ranking member of its Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions, Kilili caucuses with the U.S. Democrats who have won control of the incoming 116th U.S. House of representatives. In a press conference at his Saipan office on Thursday, Kilili, who won a sixth term in November, said he will be in a position that will make him very effective for the people of the CNMI. Kilili is interested in chairing the early childhood, elementary and secondary education subcommittee which, he added, has a broad oversight on many issues involving elementary and secondary education, Head Start, career and technical training, among others. Since he was elected as the CNMI's first delegate to the U.S. Congress in 2008, Kilili said he has successfully obtained federal funding for the Public School System. This, he added, includes $5.3 million through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, which will benefit all individuals in the CNMI, 3 to 21 years, with disabilities, as well as the islands' early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities, and their families. In the Every Student Succeeds Act, Kilili said he came up with a formula change for insular areas that increased Title I-A funding for elementary and high schools in the CNMI by more than $4 million for a total of $11 million, with further increases through 2020. My focus has been to get myself ready for what will come in the 116th Congress, he said. I would like to get more money for our schools, our teachers, our students maybe money to build new schools, money to pay teachers higher salaries. Education is my top priority. Kilili said he will also continue to work hard on disaster recovery. Recently, he said he was able to include the CNMI in a disaster supplemental bill, H… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sewell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-sewell-statement-commutation-mayor-langford-s-sentence | Rep. Sewell Statement on Commutation of Mayor Langfords Sentence | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | AL | Terri Sewell | S001185 | sewell.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. On Friday, December 28, Judge L. Scott Coogler of the Northern District of Alabama issued a ruling reducing the sentence of Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford to time served. Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) has been in communication with the Federal Bureau of Prisons, the Office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, and the White House, urging officials to permit Mayor Langford's release after she was informed by his attorneys of the Mayor's most recent hospitalization. As I have said before, justice should be fair, but merciful. I am deeply grateful to all those who heeded our renewed call for the immediate compassionate release of Mayor Larry Langford, said Rep. Terri Sewell. I want to thank the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama Jay Town, Senator Doug Jones, our federal partners, and all those who worked side-by-side with our office despite the government shutdown to secure Mayor Langford's release. The holiday season is a reminder of the importance of family, and the commutation of Mayor Langford's sentence means that our former Mayor can spend his final days at home in Alabama with loved ones. My prayers are with the whole Langford family as they reunite and provide comfort to Mayor Langford in the days and weeks ahead. Rep. Sewell previously advocated for the compassionate release of Mayor Langford in 2015 and 2016 during the Obama Administration. Mayor Langford has suffered from worsening chronic health conditions for years and meets all of the legal criteria for a reduction in sentence. ### Rep. Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) is serving her fourth term representing Alabama's 7th Congressional district. She sits on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and was recently appointed to the powerful House Ways and Means Committee. Sewell is a Chief Deputy Whip and serves on the prestigious Steering and Policy Committee of the Democratic Caucus. She is also a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, and serves as Vice Chair of the Congressional Vot… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sewell.house.gov/media-center/speeches/larry-langford-order | Larry Langford Order | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | AL | Terri Sewell | S001185 | sewell.house.gov | legacy | 908 Alabama Avenue Federal Building, Suite 112 | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://vela.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/vela-gonzalez-push-back-border-tweets | Vela, Gonzalez push back at border tweets | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Filemon Vela | V000132 | vela.house.gov | legacy | Amid the partial federal government shutdown, President Donald Trump tweeted an ultimatum Friday morning directed at Congress: Fund his promised border wall or the United States-Mexico border will close. Either we build (finish) the Wall or we close the Border one of Trump's four tweets about the border said in part. The president's series of tweets about the border riled up Rio Grande Valley congressmen, who quickly fired back, both on the president's preferred social media platform and ina prepared statement. The shutdown is a crisis of the president's own making, U.S. Rep. Filemon Vela, D-Brownsville, said in a tweet. To suggest that the appropriate response to his own crisis to shut down operations at our nation's border and cut off humanitarian aid to Central America is grossly foolish. If he doesn't secure enough votes to fund the wall, one of his major 2016 campaign promises, Trump also threatened to cut off aid to countries fled by asylum seekers, tweeting, Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador are doing nothing for the United States but taking our money. In 2017, the U.S. spent about $257.3 million in Guatemala alone, with $30 million directed toward a counter-drug program headed by the U.S. Secretary of Defense, according to the United States Agency for International Development. That year, the U.S. directed $181 million to Honduras and $118.2 million to El Salvador. U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-McAllen, responded to the president's tweets via a prepared statement and did not address the threat to cut off aid to Central American countries. He instead pushed back on threats directed at the border. No, Mr. President, you cannot shut down the Southwest Border as a bargaining chip for your useless border wall proposal, the statement read. The American people need to understand that this action would have vast, terrible implications for American consumers and businesses. Last month, surveyors were spotted near the National Butterfly Center in Mission, weeks after the federal government awarded contracts to … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?id=3B240EDA-52E9-4B16-A047-CCF0F7961316 | Bennet Office Holds Listening Sessions in Every Colorado County in 2018 | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CO | Michael Bennet | B001267 | www.bennet.senate.gov | legacy | Denver, CO Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet invited constituents to meet in person with members of his Colorado staff in all 64 counties this year. Constituents in Colorado, and across the country, sometimes need assistance when dealing with the IRS, Social Security Administration, VA, or other federal agencies. In 2018, Bennet's Colorado staff scheduled individual appointments to listen to constituent concerns, respond to questions, and help Coloradans navigate through government red tape. Standing up for Coloradans is at the heart of our commitment to the public, saidSenator Bennet. No matter what, constituents should always reach out to our office with any questions, concerns, opinions, and requests. Bennet's office held 80+ community office hours in 2018. During his second term, Bennet fielded questions during 20+ official town hall meetings across the state, in addition to accepting invitations from constituents to discuss topics of interest, including immigration, veteran issues, and agriculture. Constituent service will remain a top priority for Bennet and his team in 2019. Submit requestsonlineor call any of Bennet'sstatewide offices. Walk-ins are welcome. Appointments are recommended, but not required. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.carper.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2018/12/carper-to-epa-dismantling-mercury-emissions-rule-puts-americans-health-at-risk | Carper to EPA: Dismantling Mercury Emissions Rule Puts Americans Health at Risk | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | DE | Thomas Carper | C000174 | www.carper.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), top Democrat on the Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW), issued the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it is rolling back critical protections by asserting that it is no longer appropriate and necessary to regulate mercury and toxic air pollution from coal and oil fired plants under the Mercury Air Toxics Standards (MATS). Once again, the Trump Administration is acting in a way that will adversely affect the health and safety of those living from coast to coast.The Trump EPA has decided despite the recommendations of scientists, public health experts and elected officials on both sides of the aisle that it is no longer appropriate and necessary' to protect the development ofinfants' brains from the serious threats posed by mercury power plant pollution. By releasing this proposal today, Acting Administrator Wheeler can only be attempting to rush an egregious policy before EPA staff are furloughed that is not only wildly unpopular, but also rolls back years of critical protections that keep toxic emissions out of the air we all breathe. With this action, EPA is also setting a dangerous precedent that a federal agency charged with protecting the environment and public health will no longer factor in all the clear health, environmental, and economics benefits of clean air polices, such as reducing cancer and birth defects.Since the Mercury and Air Toxics Rule was issued in 2012, both electric prices and mercury pollution have gone down. With this proposal, EPA has decided to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory, and all Americans will suffer as a result. Background on Senator Carper's fight to limit mercury emissions: Senator Carper in December sent aletterto the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) expressing grave concerns that in making this decision, EPA is ignoring or dismissing many of the MATS rule's public health benefits and actual costs. Senator Carper in Augustint… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.feinstein.senate.gov//public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=A562073E-498D-44A3-A299-81676BFF6B58 | Feinstein: Trump Attacks on Northern Triangle Nations Cover for Bad Border Wall Idea | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Dianne Feinstein | F000062 | www.feinstein.senate.gov | legacy | WashingtonSenate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) today responded to President Trump's call to end funding for Northern Triangle nations: President Trump this morning once again attacked Mexico and Central America, raising the specter of another so-called caravan to stoke fears of his political base and justify his ill-conceived border wall. His actions continue to be incredibly irresponsible and threaten to further destabilize the region. The only person who doesn't understand why people are leaving El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras is President Trump. The violence and intense poverty in those countries are forcing families to flee for their lives. A humanitarian crisis deserves a humanitarian response, not a heartless attack. We'll never help improve living conditions in those countries if we further isolate them, a fact that President Trump refuses to acknowledge. Even members of Trump's own administration say economic development in Central America is key to solving this crisis, but still the president refuses to listen. It's clear that President Trump is prolonging his government shutdown for political reasons. I'm hopeful that congressional leaders can come together and end this wasteful stalemate without squandering billions of taxpayer dollars on the president's absurd border wall. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.heinrich.senate.gov/press-releases/udall-heinrich-harris-gillibrand-lujn-demand-investigation-into-death-of-felipe-alonzo-gomez | Udall, Heinrich, Harris, Gillibrand, Luján Demand Investigation into Death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NM | Martin Heinrich | H001046 | www.heinrich.senate.gov | legacy | Udall, Heinrich, Harris, Gillibrand, Lujn Demand Investigation into Death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez 8-year-old is second young child to die in CBP custody this month; Lawmakers seek answers to alarming questions about the timeline and actions surrounding Felipe's death Friday, December 28, 2018 WASHINGTON Today, U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) and U.S. Representative Ben Ray Lujn (D-N.M.) wrote to leadership of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) demanding an immediate investigation into yet another tragic death of a child in U.S. custody, eight-year-old Felipe Alonzo-Gomez, near the U.S.-Mexico border this time in Alamogordo, N.M. Felipe is the second child to die in CBP custody in December, following the tragic death of seven-year-old Jakelin Caal Maquin earlier this month. Full text of the letter is available HERE. [Felipe's] death is unacceptable, the lawmakers wrote. We seek immediate answers from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and CBP about how they will ensure the health and safety of children at our borders, adequately train CBP agents and officers and allocate resources, and prevent such tragedies from happening in the future. We remain deeply concerned about the Administration's anti-immigrant policies for enforcement operations against individuals who pose no threat to our nation, as well as the policies and practices that may be causing asylum seekers to attempt a dangerous journey of crossing between ports of entry. In their letter, the lawmakers said that there are alarming questions about the timeline surrounding Felipe's death, about the conditions under which the child was held prior to his death, and about DHS's apparent lack of adherence to its own standards regarding the care of those in its custody, particularly children, due to the administration's immigration policies. Udall, Heinrich, Harris, Gillib… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.tomudall.senate.gov/news/press-releases/udall-heinrich-harris-gillibrand-lujn-demand-investigation-into-death-of-felipe-alonzo-gomez | Udall, Heinrich, Harris, Gillibrand, Lujn Demand Investigation into Death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NM | Tom Udall | U000039 | www.tomudall.senate.gov | legacy | December 28, 2018 Udall, Heinrich, Harris, Gillibrand, Lujn Demand Investigation into Death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez 8-year-old is second young child to die in CBP custody this month Lawmakers seek answers to alarming questions about the timeline and actions surrounding Felipe's death WASHINGTON Today,U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.),Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Kamala Harris (D-Calif.)andKirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.)andU.S. Representative Ben Ray Lujn (D-N.M.)wrote to leadership of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) demanding an immediate investigation into yet another tragic death of a child in U.S. custody, eight-year-old Felipe Alonzo-Gomez, near the U.S.-Mexico border this time in Alamogordo, N.M. Felipe is the second child to die in CBP custody in December, following the tragic death of seven-year-old Jakelin Caal Maquin earlier this month. Full text of the letter is availableHERE. [Felipe's] death is unacceptable,the lawmakers wrote. We seek immediate answers from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and CBP about how they will ensure the health and safety of children at our borders, adequately train CBP agents and officers and allocate resources, and prevent such tragedies from happening in the future. We remain deeply concerned about the Administration's anti-immigrant policies for enforcement operations against individuals who pose no threat to our nation, as well as the policies and practices that may be causing asylum seekers to attempt a dangerous journey of crossing between ports of entry. In their letter, the lawmakers said that there are alarming questions about the timeline surrounding Felipe's death, about the conditions under which the child was held prior to his death, and about DHS's apparent lack of adherence to its own standards regarding the care of those in its custody, particularly children, due to the administration's immigra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.warner.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2018/12/op-ed | Op-Ed: Stop treating federal employees like bargaining chips, Mr. President | 2018-12-28 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | VA | Mark Warner | W000805 | www.warner.senate.gov | legacy | Roughly 2 million civilian employees work for the federal government. They are men and women of every racial background and from every state in the country. Yet there is one thing they all have in common: They made a choice to serve, even knowing, in many cases, that they could be making more money in the private sector. Unfortunately, it appears that we have a president who, rather than leading the nation's public workforce, consistently chooses to belittle it. The latest example came when the president took to Twitter on Thursday morning, day six of an unnecessary government shutdown instigated by congressional Republicans at President Trump's behest. In what has become a familiar pattern of politicizing the largely nonpartisan, nuts-and-bolts work of the federal government, Trump tried to exert political pressure on congressional Democrats to fund his ineffective border wall by asking: Do the Dems realize that most of the people not getting paid are Democrats? What the president fails to understand is that federal employees don't go to work wearing red or blue jerseys. What they do wear are the badges of law enforcement and the hats of park rangers and the uniforms of first responders, and they make up the backbone of our government. They bring their skills and expertise to strengthen our nation and make a difference in the lives of their fellow citizens, regardless of political affiliation. As the senior senator from Virginia, I represent hundreds of thousands of federal employees and service members. I have no idea how many of them are Democrats, but I know this: They include voters and nonvoters alike; they are independents and Republicans and Democrats and libertarians and vegetarians. Those who are hurt by this shutdown include Forest Service firefighters and National Weather Service forecasters in red states, and U.S. marshals and Drug Enforcement Administration agents in blue states. What distinguishes them isn't their partisan affiliation it's their commitment to serving our country. Like … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://cartwright.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/cartwright-announces-3074309-department-of-health-and-human-services-hhs | Cartwright Announces $3,074,309 Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Grant to Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern PA | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | PA | Matt Cartwright | C001090 | cartwright.house.gov | legacy | Wilkes Barre, PA Today, U.S. Representative Matt Cartwright announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Agency (HHS) has awarded a $3,074,309 grant to Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern PA in Wilkes-Barre. This funding will continue to provide families and individuals with the preventive care and treatment they need to live healthy lives, said Rep. Cartwright a member of the House Appropriations Committee. Community health centers remain a crucial part of our system to provide everyone with access to affordable, quality care. The Health Center Cluster Grants Program is awarded on a competitive basis to grantees that have demonstrated quality care to their communities and is overseen by HHS' Health Resources and Services Administration agency. Congressman Cartwright continues to be an advocate for community health centers and health equity in Northeastern Pennsylvania and throughout the country. He recognizes the important role local health centers play in providing care to underserved communities. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-announces-23-million-early-head-start-grant-porter | Congressman Cohen Announces $2.3 Million Early Head Start Grant for Porter-Leath | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TN | Steve Cohen | C001068 | cohen.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) announced today that Porter-Leath will be receiving a $2,330,982 Early Head Start grant from the Department of Health and Human Services Head Start Office, and made the following statement: Early Head Start helps at-risk children under three years old develop the necessary skills to give them a shot at the American Dream. I'm pleased to announce this continuing grant funding for Porter-Leath which has helped meet the needs of Memphis' children and their families since 1850. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-time-has-come-reopen-government | Dingell: Time has come to reopen the government | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MI | Debbie Dingell | D000624 | debbiedingell.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) released the following comment on the continued government shutdown: As this unnecessary shutdown continues, the President needs to show leadership by reopening the government. Every single Democrat agrees keeping our nation secure is our number one priority. Let's debate in Congress, on the floor and in committee, the best ways to keep our borders secure. Using hundreds of thousands of federal workers including members of the Coast Guard working on the Great Lakes and TSA agents keeping airports safe as pawns are no way to run the government. It's disrespectful to the service and time federal employees devote to our country. Time has come for us reopen the government and leave debate for border security to regular order. Dingell and her office remain open for residents of the Twelfth Congressional District who need assistance with federal agencies, including Social Security, Medicare, veterans' benefits, and others. If you are in need of assistance please call her Dearborn Office at 313-278-2936, her Ypsilanti Office at 734-481-1100, or visit DebbieDingell.House.gov. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://debbiedingell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/dingell-time-has-come-reopen-government-0 | Dingell: Time has come to reopen the government | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MI | Debbie Dingell | D000624 | debbiedingell.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) released the following comment on the continued government shutdown: As this unnecessary shutdown continues, the President needs to show leadership by reopening the government. Every single Democrat agrees keeping our nation secure is our number one priority. Let's debate in Congress, on the floor and in committee, the best ways to keep our borders secure. Using hundreds of thousands of federal workers including members of the Coast Guard working on the Great Lakes and TSA agents keeping airports safe as pawns is no way to run the government. It's disrespectful to the service and time federal employees devote to our country. Time has come for us reopen the government and leave debate for border security to regular order. Dingell and her office remain open for residents of the Twelfth Congressional District who need assistance with federal agencies, including Social Security, Medicare, veterans' benefits, and others. If you are in need of assistance please call her Dearborn Office at 313-278-2936, her Ypsilanti Office at 734-481-1100, or visit DebbieDingell.House.gov. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://dennyheck.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/its-about-time-editorial | It's about time (Editorial) | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Denny Heck | H001064 | dennyheck.house.gov | legacy | With the Chinese American WWII Veteran Congressional Gold Medal Act now being signed into law, let freedom ring for all. This is a wonderful holiday gift to the Chinese American community. The president's signature on this bill on Dec. 20 reaffirms this administration's recognition of the contributions that people of color make in protecting our nation. They put their lives on the line, pledging loyalty to our country, and proving that we are all patriots. The passing and signing into law of this act honorably recognizes the Chinese Americans who bravely served our country. Few people know that more than 18,000 Chinese and Chinese Americans served in the U.S. Armed Forces during WWII. They served in every capacity within the armed forces, even though the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act was still in force for much of the war. Many earned citations for their heroism and honorable duty to our nation. Up until now, they were the only U.S. minority group that had not been recognized for their service. We have lost many of these patriots in the years since the end of WWII. With precious few still alive, it's about time that those still with us are getting honored and recognized for their selflessness and sacrifice. Ted Lieu (D-CA) introduced the bill, along with Ed Royce (R-CA) in the U.S. House of Representatives. Sens. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), and Thad Cochran (R-MS) introduced it in the Senate. Here are the Washington senators and congressmen who cosponsored the bill: Sen. Maria Cantwell Sen. Patty Murray Rep. Suzan DelBene Rep. Denny Heck Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler Rep. Pramila Jayapal Rep. Derek Kilmer Rep. Rick Larsen Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers Rep. Dan Newhouse Rep. Dave Reichert Rep. Adam Smith | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/ksat-condolences-pour-after-sudden-death-county-commissioner-paul-elizondo | KSAT: Condolences pour in after sudden death of County Commissioner Paul Elizondo | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | SAN ANTONIO - Condolences are pouring in for longtime county commissioner Paul Elizondo, who passed away suddenly Thursday morning. Elizondo served on the Bexar County Commissioners Court for 32 years. Paul was my dearest friend. Over 17 years, we forged a strong partnership on the commissioners court. His life's work will leave a lasting impact on our community. I will miss him terribly. - Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff "For over a generation, Paul Elizondo was an icon of the West Side and a force in Bexar County government and politics. His influence will be felt for decades to come. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time." - Mayor Ron Nirenberg Commissioner Elizondo's passing is saddening to hear. He has been a friend and a mentor to many. His institutional wealth of knowledge of the county will be sorely missed, along with his antidote of humor and wittiness, that I will miss the most. - Commissioner Sergio Chico Rodriguez A life lived in the service of others is a life well lived. Nobody personified that more than Commissioner Paul Elizondo. His career in the military, as an educator, and as an elected official spanned decades and placed service to his community before all else. - Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar Commissioner Paul Elizondo was a champion for our veterans, his constituents, and Bexar County. He was also a mentor and friend, and I will miss him very much. - Commissioner Kevin Wolff I want to ask everyone to please say a prayer for Commissioner Elizondo's, family, friends, staff and community. As the dean of Commissioners Court his passing is a huge loss with over 60 years of public service from the time he was a Marine to today. His institutional knowledge is legendary and will be missed. I am comforted to know our last conversation was jovial as he told me about his days in the Texas Legislature. My sincerest condolences to the family and to his constituents who he so proudly served. - Commissioner Tommy Calvert On behalf of our 1,400 members and the leade… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/ktsa-bexar-co-commissioner-paul-elizondo-dies-83 | KTSA: Bexar Co. commissioner Paul Elizondo dies at 83 | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) Bexar County commissioner Paul Elizondo died Thursday. No word on the cause of his death, though he died at his home. For over a generation, Paul Elizondo was an icon of the West Side and a force in Bexar County government and politics, San Antonio mayor Ron Nirenberg said in a statement Thursday. His influence will be felt for decades to come. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. My deepest condolences go out to the Elizondo family during this time. San Antonio has lost a deeply caring and thoughtful individual in County Commissioner Paul Elizondo, councilman Roberto Trevino. I am grateful to Commissioner Elizondo for his help on many issues; his extensive military and public service record; but above all, I am grateful for his friendship. Commissioner Elizondo's legacy will live on, and continue to have a positive impact on the residents of San Antonio for generations to come. A life lived in the service of others is a life well lived, Bexar County sheriff Javier Salazar said in a statement. Nobody personified that more than Commissioner Paul Elizondo. His career in the military, as an educator, and as an elected official spanned decades and placed service to his community before all else. The San Antonio business community is saddened by the news of Bexar County Commissioner Paul Elizondo's passing. Over his 36 years of dedicated public service, Commissioner Elizondo has been a champion of the underserved in our county and city, San Antonio Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Richard Perez said. Improving the quality and accessibility of healthcare for the most needy, addressing the most endemic flooding issue throughout the county, and preserving our rich heritage were but a few of the many vital projects Commissioner Elizondo shepherded through to completion. The University Health System expansion, the Alameda Theater renovation, and countless flood-control projects are a reality as a result of his commitment to the citizens of Bexar County. The b… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/kxan-reactions-passing-richard-overton-recall-texas-legend | KXAN: Reactions to the passing of Richard Overton recall a 'Texas legend' | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | AUSTIN (KXAN) Shortly after the news of World War II veteran Richard Overton's death, condolences and memories came pouring in from around Texas and the nation. Overton's cousin, Volma Overton Jr., said the family will miss the funny 112-year-old and that his memory will keep them going. "We are truly blessed for everyone who has shown support and prayers, everyone who was encouraging to him and our family," Volma Overton Jr. said. "We are so thankful." People gathered at a mural on 12th and Chicon Streets that depicts Overton. They sang songs in his honor and did two his favorite things: drank whiskey and smoked cigars. Gov. Greg Abbott called Richard Overton an "American icon and a Texas legend," in a statement. "With his quick wit and kind spirit he touched the lives of so many, and I am deeply honored to have known him," Abbott wrote. "Richard Overton made us proud to be Texans and proud to be Americans. We can never repay Richard Overton for his service to our nation and for his lasting impact on the Lone Star State." People, including Rep. Lloyd Doggett, shared photos of the veteran and remembered his "service, spirit and longevity. Sen. John Cornyn simply said "A life well lived." Rep. Roger Williams said he had the honor of knowing Overton well and will miss him dearly. "Sitting on his porch and listening to him tell stories are memories I will never forget," Williams wrote. "I am thankful for his service to our country, and I am eternally grateful to have had him in my life as a friend and role model." Rep. Will Hurd shared a quote of Overton's that said "You don't know when you get here. You don't know when you go. It's in God's hands. Hurd added that "Our words will never be enough to fully show our gratitude for your selfless service. Fair winds and following seas, my friend." A Twitter account called EverythingTX shared a picture of the born-and-raised Texan smoking his signature cigar that he claimed helped him live a long life. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/statement-passing-bexar-county-commissioner-paul-elizondo | Statement on the Passing of Bexar County Commissioner Paul Elizondo | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | ***Press Release*** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 27, 2018 Contact: Kate Stotesbery 202-225-4865 Statement on the Passing of Bexar County Commissioner Paul Elizondo Washington, D.C. Congressman Lloyd Doggett released the following statement in reaction to the sudden passing of Bexar County Commissioner Paul Elizondo today: With a long life of commitment to Bexar County families, Paul earned having his name inscribed on the Justice Center Tower. He combined the feisty toughness of a Marine vet, the insights of a teacher, and the good humor and joy of a sax player in his legendary orchestra. As a personal friend since our work together decades ago in the Texas Legislature, I am saddened by his sudden passing. Let's remember Paul by renewing our own commitment to continue building a community that advances opportunity for all. ### Follow Lloyd Doggett Facebook:https://www.Facebook.com/RepLloydDoggett | Twitter: @RepLloydDoggett| Instagram: @RepLloydDoggett | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-passing-bexar-county-commissioner-paul-elizondo | Statement on the Passing of Bexar County Commissioner Paul Elizondo | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | doggett | https://doggett.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Congressman Lloyd Doggett released the following statement in reaction to the sudden passing of Bexar County Commissioner Paul Elizondo today: "With a long life of commitment to Bexar County families, Paul earned having his name inscribed on the Justice Center Tower. He combined the feisty toughness of a Marine vet, the insights of a teacher, and the good humor and joy of a sax player in his legendary orchestra. As a personal friend since our work together decades ago in the Texas Legislature, I am saddened by his sudden passing. Let's remember Paul by renewing our own commitment to continue building a community that advances opportunity for all." Follow Lloyd Doggett | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z |
| https://gottheimer.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1168 | Gottheimer Cuts Through Red Tape for Bergen County Family | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NJ | Josh Gottheimer | G000583 | gottheimer.house.gov | legacy | Above: Gottheimer poses for a picture with BenSaturday, December 22, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) met with a Bergen County family that he helped fight bureaucratic roadblocks after adopting a baby boy. Earlier this year, Karen, Keith, and their son, Will, welcomed Ben into their family. In the summer, the family still had not received Ben's birth certificate and needed that to obtain Ben's U.S. Passport. After the family contacted Gottheimer's office, they received Ben's birth certificate and an expedited passport just two weeks later. I was lucky to spend time with Karen, Keith, Will, and Ben and see first-hand how adoption brings families together. The last thing Karen and Keith needed was red tape for their first family trip. I'm happy that we were able to help and that I could spend some time with this wonderful family last week, said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). I want anyone in the Fifth District who is experiencing trouble with a federal agency -- whether it be adoption, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, the VA, anything -- to contact me and my team. Since taking office, Congressman Gottheimer has worked extensively to cut red tape for families and businesses in the Fifth District. If anyone in the Fifth District is in need of help with a federal agency, they are encouraged to contact Josh in his Glen Rock office at 201-389-1100 or in Newton at (973) 940-1117. Video of the visit can be found HERE. Below: Gottheimer talks with the Bergen County family his office helped acquire a birth certificate and a passport | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://pascrell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pascrell-pallone-urge-fema-to-issue-flood-insurance-policies-during | Pascrell & Pallone Urge FEMA to Issue Flood Insurance Policies during Trump Shutdown | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NJ | Bill Pascrell | P000096 | pascrell.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Representatives Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) and Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ-06) sent a letter to FEMA administrator Brock Long urging the agency to resume the activities of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) during the Trump shutdown. While many departments and agencies remain without funding, Congress passed an extension of NFIP's authorization last Friday so the program could continue to issue flood insurance policies. Despite this extension, FEMA issued guidance Wednesday, December 26 claiming NFIP insurers may not collect premiums for the issuance, renewal, or monetary endorsements of NFIP policies because doing so would cause the government to incur obligations without an appropriation. However, the sale of new policies is funded by the National Flood Insurance Fund, not discretionary appropriations. The NFIP successfully helps individuals and communities secure flood insurance, Reps. Pallone and Pascrell write. Suspending the program because of Trump's decision to close the government will cause additional needless suffering for our constituents and the long-term health of the NFIP. Last week, Pallone and Pascrell helped defeat a last-minute GOP effort to add a controversial giveaway to insurance companies as part of an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) at the expense of policyholders and taxpayers. The Congressmen have also been leaders in demanding transparency and needed reforms for the program and are supporters of H.R. 3285, the Sustainable, Affordable, Fair, and Efficient (SAFE) National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization Act, bipartisan legislation that would provide long term reauthorization for NFIP. Text of the letter can be found below: December 27, 2018 The Honorable Brock Long Administrator Federal Emergency Management Agency 500 C Street SW Washington, D.C. 20472 Dear Administrator Long: We write to inquire about the decision to prevent all National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) insurers from issuing or renewing policies bec… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/week-congress-2018-year-review | THIS WEEK IN CONGRESS - 2018: The Year in Review | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | 2018: The Year in Review January Sablan, Murkowski intro CW bill Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) and I introduced theNorthern Mariana Islands U.S. Workforce Act.The bill gives the Marianas access to foreign labor for another 10 years and allows for 13,000 CW workers. The bill also creates a new category to give long-time foreign workers more certainty. (See box above for more details.) I have been working with Senator Murkowski, who chairs the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, since July 2017 on this long-term solution. She formed a working group to draft the new policy with myself and key Republicans and Democrats from the Senate and the House to help ensure the success of the legislation. I am very grateful to the Chairman and all the members of the working group. We put in many hours of discussion to reach today's agreement. There will be more fine-tuning in the days ahead, but we now have a solid foundation for a long-term labor policy for the Northern Marianas.See our news release for a more complete discussion of the bill. February Confronting the opioid crisis.As Ranking Member of HELP the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee I opened our joint hearing with the Workforce Protection Subcommittee this week on the nationwide opioid epidemic. Billions are lost and the human toll is incalculable from the injuries, absenteeism, and lost productivity stemming from opioid abuse. We need safer workplaces, stronger consumer protections in health law, and greater access to treatment through Medicaid and other forms of health insurance to combat this problem. March Students lead to stop gun violence.Along with Washington, D.C.-area students, I walked out on National Walkout Day. Sensible gun control policy is what these young adults seek. And I could not agree more. With at least 65 school shootings in the United States since the 2013 slaughter at Sandy Hook Elementary, we have to act. Students like thesesmart, articulate, politically engagedshould give us all hope both for our count… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://scanlon.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-scanlon-introduces-inaugural-fund-integrity-act | Congresswoman Scanlon Introduces Inaugural Fund Integrity Act | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | PA | Mary Scanlon | S001205 | scanlon.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-7) introduced her first piece of legislation, the Inaugural Fund Integrity Act (IFIA), which will establish limits on donations to inaugural committees, and require donations and disbursements to be disclosed. The lack of oversight of inaugural committees has created serious questions about possible quid pro quo deals with the current administration, said Congresswoman Scanlon. We need to restore faith in our democratic institutions and write into law the ethical standards which the people have the right to expect. While our President refuses to do his job - pushing our government into a shutdown - we need to continue to do what the American people elected us to do. I believe the Inaugural Fund Integrity Act is a critical component in our path forward to a government that works for the people. The Inaugural Fund Integrity Act (IFIA) will correct several loopholes in the current Inaugural Committee structure, which allows for abuse of funds. The IFIA will: Prohibit donations to inaugural funds from foreign nationals or corporations. It also bans so called straw donors, in which donations are directed through shell entities to hide their true origin. IFIA further places a $50,000 cap on any donation to an inaugural committee. Banning Personal Use of Inaugural Funds. Under IFIA, inaugural funds can only be used for their legitimate government purpose: to plan and celebrate an inauguration. Requires disclosure of all donations and disbursements. IFIA forces an inaugural committee to file a report with the Federal Elections Committee disclosing information about all donations received and disbursements made. The Trump Inaugural committee is now under criminal investigation for millions of dollars in mysterious and unexplained expenditures as well as possibly illegal donations from foreign sources, said Lisa Gilbert, Vice President of Legislative Affairs at Public Citizen, a public interest advocacy group. The absence of adequate regulation and disclosur… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sires.house.gov/media-center/washington-reviews/washington-review-december-27-2018 | Washington Review, December 27, 2018 | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NJ | Albio Sires | S001165 | sires.house.gov | legacy | Last week in Washington, important issues were addressed from local transportation to national criminal justice reform. However, Congress must remain focused on resolving the partial government shutdown currently impacting hundreds of thousands of government workers. On December, 19, 2018, the Senate unanimously passed a continuing resolution to cover federal agencies under the seven unpassed appropriations bill and extend their funding through February 8, 2019. This legislation was widely agreed upon by both Democrats and Republicans and provided crucial economic stability for American families and businesses. However, House Republicans refused to hold a vote on this package because it did not include any additional funding specifically set aside for a southern border wall. It is irresponsible to block bipartisan funding for important agencies and disrupt reliable pay for hundreds of thousands of federal workers. The continuing resolution passed by the Senate included funding for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), proven border security measures, and national nutritional assistance programs. This legislation deserves a vote on the House floor. Through the rest of 2018 and as the 116th Congress begins, I am committed to ensuring that we have a functioning and responsible federal government. NJ Transit Positive Train Control (PTC) has the power to completely revolutionize the safety of our transportation system. As one of the busiest rail hubs in the Western Hemisphere, thousands of commuters in the 8th District rely on trains to reach work every day and safely return home each night. PTC is an automated breaking system that will protect commuters from human or machine operating errors. Preventing crashes, derailment, or any number of tragic accidents, PTC is a critical investment in the safety of our loved ones and the future of our infrastructure. Last Monday, I joined Governor Murphy and other New Jersey leaders to announce the installation of PTC technology on o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.feinstein.senate.gov//public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=F17C1D0F-654E-4A4E-AB09-3730CD41587D | Feinstein Calls for Judiciary Committee Hearing on CBP Treatment of Immigrant Children | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Dianne Feinstein | F000062 | www.feinstein.senate.gov | legacy | WashingtonSenate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) today called on incoming Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) to hold a hearing on the treatment of immigrant children by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The request comes after two young children died this month while in Border Patrol custody. These heartbreaking incidents are sadly consistent with previous reports of widespread abuse of children in immigration custody and the judgement of medical and mental health organizations that Border Patrol facilities are not adequately staffed or equipped to properly care for children, Senator Feinstein wrote. Our committee is uniquely situated to examine these issues and I hope we can schedule a hearing immediately in the new year. Full text of the letter follows: December 27, 2018 The Honorable Lindsey Graham Committee on the Judiciary United States Senate 290 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Dear Senator Graham, In light of the deaths of two young children in Border Patrol custody this month, I write to request that the Committee hold a hearing upon our return on the care and treatment of children in the custody of Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This December alone, two young children have died in Border Patrol custody, and an infant has been hospitalized shortly after release. Most recently, on Christmas Eve, 8-year-old Felipe Alonzo-Gomez died after suffering flu-like symptoms in Border Patrol custody. Before his death, Felipe was detained for well over the permitted 72-hour period. It appears that Felipe was released from the hospital with a fever of 103, and no EMT was on duty to help him. Sadly, Felipe's death was not an isolated incident. Earlier this month, Jakelin Caal Maquin, a 7-year old girl from Guatemala, died after she and her father turned themselves into Border Patrol. Border Patrol initially reported that Jakelin had not eaten or drank for several days, despite having access to food and water while in custody. H… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.hirono.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hirono-to-donate-pay-to-food-banks-across-hawaii-during-partial-government-shutdown | Senator Hirono to Donate Pay to Food Banks Across Hawaii During Partial Government Shutdown | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | HI | Mazie Hirono | H001042 | www.hirono.senate.gov | legacy | December 27, 2018 Senator Hirono to Donate Pay to Food Banks Across Hawaii During Partial Government Shutdown Senator Mazie K. Hirono announced that she will donate pay she receives during the partial government shutdown to food banks in all four counties across Hawaii. More than 2,500 federal workers in Hawaii are either furloughed or working without pay during the holidays because Donald Trump shut down the government, Senator Hirono said. As long as Donald Trump refuses to re-open the government, I will be donating my salary to Hawaii's food banks who serve nearly one in eight Hawaii residents in need. Senator Hirono will divide her salary between the Hawaii Food Bank on Oahu and Kauai, Maui Food Bank, and Hawaii Food Basket on Hawaii Island. During the January 2018 shutdown, Senator Hirono donated her salary to Hawaii's 14 Federally Qualified Community Health Centers. During the 2013 government shutdown, Senator Hirono donated her salary to Lanakila Pacific, Hawaii Meals on Wheels, the Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council, Kauai Economic Opportunity, and Hale Mahaolu. Print Email Tweet Previous Article | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murphy.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/murphy-highlights-infosys-as-murphys-innovator-of-the-month-for-its-investment-in-hartford | MURPHY HIGHLIGHTS INFOSYS AS MURPHYS INNOVATOR OF THE MONTH FOR ITS INVESTMENT IN HARTFORD | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Christopher Murphy | M001169 | www.murphy.senate.gov | legacy | MURPHY HIGHLIGHTS INFOSYS AS MURPHY'S INNOVATOR OF THE MONTH FOR ITS INVESTMENT IN HARTFORD Thursday, December 27, 2018 WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.)announced on Thursday that Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting company, is Murphy's Innovator of the Month. Earlier this month, Infosys inaugurated its Technology and Innovation Hub in Hartford, the latest milestone in the company's effort to accelerate innovation for Connecticut enterprises and hire 1,000 American workers in the state by 2023.The Hartford Hub will have a focus on insurance, health care and manufacturing and serve as Infosys' global Hub for Infosys' InsurTech and HealthTech efforts. Infosys chose to expand its presence in Hartford due to the city's position as the Insurance Capital of the World and Connecticut's world-renowned academic institutions. To help its clients throughout the New England region with their digital transformations, Infosys is co-locating, co-innovating and co-creating alongside themincreasing the need for training and recruiting local talent. As part of its hiring commitment and broader workforce development efforts in Connecticut, Infosys recently partnered with Trinity College to create new educational programs that prepare liberal arts students for the digital workplace of the future. Infosys' partnership with the liberal arts college will leverage Trinity College's new space in downtown Hartford, showcasing technology and blending face-to-face personalized learning with Infosys' virtual learning platform, Infosys LEX. Infosys picked the right place to open their Technology and Innovation Hub. For years, Governor-elect Lamont has been working with Infosys leadership to bring them to Hartford, and I'm so glad they made this investment, said Murphy. Connecticut is home to the best students and innovators in the country. Infosys' partnership with Trinity makes sure students will be in a great position to work in the expanding digital w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-announces-3-million-to-get-quonset-freight-rail-expansion-on-right-track | Reed Announces $3 Million to Get Quonset Freight Rail Expansion on Right Track | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | legacy | 12/27/2018NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI U.S. Senator Jack Reed, the Ranking Member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD), today announced a new $3 million federal grant to support the Quonset Freight Rail Enhancements and Expansion (Q-FREE) project. Administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the federal funds will help the Quonset Development Corporation (QDC), a quasi-state agency responsible for the development and management of the Quonset Business Park, including the Port of Davisville, make freight rail improvements to enhance the movement of freight within Quonset Business Park and provide easier access to the northeast corridor. The Port of Davisville, which is operated by QDC, is the state's largest port and a major gateway to markets throughout Southern New England and beyond. Rail car volume in Quonset Business Park has tripled since 2007, tenants are expanding, and storage tracks are needed. This federal funding will help QDC provide operational flexibility and expansion opportunities for the rail operator to move industrial rail freight to, from, and within the Quonset Business Park while freeing up additional land for development. This is a smart investment in improving Quonset's transportation infrastructure and growing capacity to keep up with demand now and in the future. Quonest Business Park and the Port of Davisville are strong economic drivers for the state and I will continue working with my colleagues in the delegation to deliver federal funds for Rhode Island, said Senator Reed, who over the last decade has secured over $55 million for the Freight Rail Improvement Project (FRIP) at Quonset to provide a meaningful rail connection to the port. Quonset Business Park currently has over 200 companies employing nearly 12,000 workers. Although land resources within the business park are available to support continued growth, the transportation infrastructure, including the rail system, is at or approaching capacity.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.stabenow.senate.gov/news/senator-stabenow-nominates-32-michigan-students-to-military-academies | Senator Stabenow Nominates 32 Michigan Students to Military Academies | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MI | Debbie Stabenow | S000770 | www.stabenow.senate.gov | legacy | Senator Stabenow Nominates 32 Michigan Students to Military Academies Thursday, December 27, 2018 U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow announced today that she has nominated 32 Michigan students for placement at the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY, the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD, the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO and the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY. Michigan is fortunate to have so many exceptional students who want to serve our country through military service, said Senator Stabenow. Having demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence in and out of the classroom, I am confident they will represent Michigan and our country well. Students seeking appointment to a service academy must first obtain the nomination of their U.S. Senator, their U.S. Representative, or the Vice President. Students nominated by Senator Stabenow's office went through a highly competitive application process that included interviews by veteran, military and community leaders. Now that the students have been nominated, they must await acceptance for admission by the academy to which they have applied. The following students have been nominated by Senator Stabenow to a service academy (by region): Southeast Michigan: Alfred Biland Chesterfield, West Point Anthony Demitry Novi, Air Force Academy Ava Millman Ann Arbor, Naval Academy Daniel Reimchen Lake Orion, West Point Delace Jia Bloomfield Hills, Naval Academy Erika Rapp Whitmore Lake, West Point Jacob Muscato Pinckney, Air Force Academy Joshua Klein West Bloomfield, West Point Julia Marshall Belleville, Naval Academy Michael Lance Ann Arbor, West Point Michael Yamin Bloomfield Hills, Air Force Academy Rachael Baker Leonard, Air Force Academy Savannah Benson-China Detroit, Air Force Academy West Michigan: Brandon Pham Grand Rapids, Naval Academy Diego Campos Battle Creek, Naval Academy Jack Horton Hastings, West Point Janna Ercole … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/senator-warren-announces-new-staff-leadership-for-the-116th-congress | Senator Warren Announces New Staff Leadership for the 116th Congress | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | legacy | December 27, 2018 Senator Warren Announces New Staff Leadership for the 116th Congress Washington, DC -United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) today announced that Anne Reid has been named Chiefof Staff and Nikko Mendoza will return as State Director for the 116thCongress. Anne currently serves as Senior Advisor to Senator Warren.Prior to joining Senator Warren's staff, she was Chief Strategy Officer at Vision To Learn, a non-profit organization that brings free eye exams and glasses to children in low-income communities.Anne previously served as Counselor to U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell in the final years of the Obama Administrationand was a member of the Department's senior leadership team. Since December 2017, Nikko has been Senator Warren's State Director. Nikko previously served in the administration of Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick and the late Boston Mayor Thomas Menino. "Anne is a gifted leader and committed public servant," said Senator Warren. "Anne's experience serving our country and working to improve the health and well-being of millions of Americans will be invaluable as we continue our fights to level the playing field. Nikko has been instrumental as we fight for the people of Massachusetts and I am grateful she will continue to lead those efforts. Anne and Nikko are key leaders as we enter the new year and the 116thCongress. I'm proud to have them on the team." In addition to her service to Senator Warren and Secretary Burwell, for five years, Anne served as a member of the professional staff of the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce (E&C) Committee and Oversight & Government Reform Committee for Representative Henry A. Waxman (D-Calif.). In her final year on the E&C staff, she was the lead Democratic staffercovering public health agencies and issues. During her tenure on the E&C Committee,Annecollaborated with E&C Republican and Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pen… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.warren.senate.gov/oversight/letters/warren-cummings-bonamici-colleagues-demand-answers-about-collapse-of-for-profit-college-chain-education-corporation-of-america | Warren, Cummings, Bonamici, Colleagues Demand Answers about Collapse of For-Profit College Chain Education Corporation of America | 2018-12-27 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MA | Elizabeth Warren | W000817 | www.warren.senate.gov | legacy | December 27, 2018 Warren, Cummings, Bonamici, Colleagues Demand Answers about Collapse of For-Profit College Chain Education Corporation of America ECA's Sudden Collapse Immediately Displaces Roughly 18,000 Students, Over 4,000 on GI Bill Letter to ECA (PDF) | Letter to ACICS (PDF) | Letter to Secretary DeVos (PDF) Washington, DC -United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), House Oversight Committee Ranking Member Elijah Cummings (D-Md.), and Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.) have opened an investigation into the sudden collapse of the massive for-profit college chain Education Corporation of American (ECA), demanding information from ECA and the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), the failed accreditor responsible for giving ECA its stamp of approval prior to the collapse. ECA provided no warnings to its students, and left 18,000 students in 20 states scrambling for answers and a way to continue their education. On December 5, 2018, long-troubled ECA announced that it would immediately close about 70 of its campuses, including the campuses of Brightwood Career Institute, Brightwood College, Ecotech Institute, Golf Academy of America, and Virginia College. This closure immediately displaces thousands of students, many of whom, at ECA's direction, took out thousands of dollars in student loans to attend its doomed programs. According to Veterans Affairs Department data, this closure will impact nearly 4,000 student veterans who had been using their GI Bill funds at an ECA campus. In their letter to ECA, Senator Warren, Ranking Member Cummings, and Rep. Bonamici detailed ECA's long history of financial instability and demanded a full accounting of events leading up to its collapse. The lawmakers also expressed concern about whether ECA appropriately warned students and regulators about the company's precarious financial standing as it teetered on… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thompson-statement-another-death-child-our-government-s-care | Thompson Statement on Another Death of a Child in Our Governments Care | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | Thompson Statement on Another Death of a Child in Our Government's Care December 26, 2018 (WASHINGTON) Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on the death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez. This is the second death this month of a child in the federal government's care at the border: While the Department of Homeland Security is scrambling to adhere to the Trump Administration's unilateral, radical changes to our immigration system, another young child has died while in our government's care. It's clear that the Trump Administration's fly-by-night mass detention policies and changes to the asylum process are not working. The welfare of children in our care must be a top priority. Next year, under a House Democratic Majority, Congress will look for real solutions to these problems, which have been made worse by the Administration's choices. # # # Media contact: Adam Comis at (202) 225-9978 | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thompson-statement-another-death-child-our-governments-care | Thompson Statement on Another Death of a Child in Our Government’s Care | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie G. Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | benniethompson | https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | December 26, 2018 (WASHINGTON) – Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on the death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez. This is the second death this month of a child in the federal government's care at the border: "While the Department of Homeland Security is scrambling to adhere to the Trump Administration's unilateral, radical changes to our immigration system, another young child has died while in our government's care. It's clear that the Trump Administration's fly-by-night mass detention policies and changes to the asylum process are not working. The welfare of children in our care must be a top priority. Next year, under a House Democratic Majority, Congress will look for real solutions to these problems, which have been made worse by the Administration's choices." # # # Media contact: Adam Comis at (202) 225-9978 | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z |
| https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-applauds-senate-passage-open-book-equal-access-justice | Congressman Cohen Applauds Senate Passage of Open Book on Equal Access to Justice Act | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TN | Steve Cohen | C001068 | cohen.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) applauded today's Senate passage of the Open Book on Equal Access to Justice Act he and Congressman Doug Collins (R-Georgia) introduced last year and passed by the House in February 2017. The measure will increase accountability from federal agencies. TheEqual Access to Justice Act(EAJA) was enacted to bring relief to veterans, retirees, small businesses, and other individuals whose limited resources would prevent them from seeking redress against the government.EAJArequires federal agencies to reimburse plaintiffs for legal fees incurred through suits in which the agency pursued an unsupportable position. Since 1995, federal agencies have not been required to publish records ofEAJAreimbursements or the legal justifications behind them, meaning that the public has no access to how much agencies are paying out and whether the payments are justified. TheOpen Book on Equal Access to Justice Actwould bring transparency to theEAJAprocess by requiring the Administrative Conference of the United States to maintain an online database that makesEAJAdata from every federal agency available to the public and to Congress, which has oversight over government spending. Congressman Cohen made the following statement: I thank the Senate for passing this important piece of legislation and thank Representative Collins for his steadfast effort to help us get it through the House. Americans have a right to know what their government is doing, and their government has a duty to be as transparent as possible.Without adequate reporting, citizens' rights cannot be fully protected, and the government risks failing in its duty to its people. I am pleased that the Senate saw the wisdom in joining the House in this important reform that calls for the government to reopen its books to help ensure that all Americans have access to this information. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://lee.house.gov/news/press-releases/congresswoman-lees-statement-on-the-death-of-7-year-old-felipe-alonzo-gomez | Congresswoman Lee’s Statement on the Death of 7 Year Old Felipe Alonzo-Gomez | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Barbara Lee | L000551 | lee.house.gov | legacy | 12.26.18 Congresswoman Lee's Statement on the Death of 7 Year Old Felipe Alonzo-Gomez Washington, D.C. Congresswoman Barbara Lee released the following statement on the death of seven-year-old Felipe Alonzo-Gomez in CBP custody: I am deeply saddened by the passing of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez on Christmas Day. My heart is with Felipe's family and loved ones in the wake of this unimaginable loss. This is the second death of a child in CBP custody this month a stunning, horrifying and unacceptable track record for the agency. Along with my colleagues, I urge an immediate investigation from the Department of Homeland Security Inspector General into these senseless deaths of two innocent children under CBP supervision. Children don't belong in jail. We must end this inhumane zero tolerance policy immediately. ### Previous Article | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://pelosi.house.gov/news/press-releases/pelosi-statement-on-death-of-felipe-alonzo-gomez-at-the-border-on-christmas | Pelosi Statement on Death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez at the Border on Christmas | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Nancy Pelosi | P000197 | pelosi.house.gov | legacy | Contact: Ashley Etienne/Henry Connelly, 202-226-7616 San Francisco Speaker-designate Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement after reports that an eight-year-old boy died on Christmas in the custody of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, following the death of seven-year-old Jakelin Amei Rosmery Caal Maquin earlier this month: "The tragic death of an innocent child on Christmas Day breaks the hearts of all. "We all have a moral responsibility to ensure all children of God are treated with compassion and decency. The death now of two children in U.S. custody is unconscionable. "Democrats call on Homeland Security's Inspector General to immediately open an investigation into Felipe Alzono-Gomez's death. The Congress will also investigate this tragedy and the heartbreaking death of Jakelin Amei Rosmery Caal Maquin, to seek justice and ensure that no other child is left to such a fate. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sewell.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-sewell-renews-request-immediate-reduction-sentence-former-birmingham | Rep. Sewell Renews Request for Immediate Reduction in Sentence of former Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | AL | Terri Sewell | S001185 | sewell.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. On Wednesday, December 26, Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) sent a letter to the Trump Administration renewing her request for an immediate reduction in sentence for former Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford due to his deteriorating health. In spite of difficulty due to the government shutdown and the holiday season, Rep. Sewell has been in communication with the Federal Bureau of Prisons and the Trump Administration since Sunday, December 23, urging officials to permit Mayor Langford's release after Rep. Sewell was informed by Mayor Langford's attorneys of his most recent hospitalization. According to his attorneys, the former Mayor is in critical condition, and his family has been called to the federal prison in Kentucky where he is serving 15 years. During this season of hope, I am calling on the Trump Administration to act with compassion and immediately reduce Mayor Langford's sentence due to his deteriorating health, said Rep. Terri Sewell. Justice should be fair but also merciful. Mayor Larry Langford has served over eight years in federal prison and should spend his final days surrounded by family in Birmingham, Alabama. Rep. Sewell previously advocated for the compassionate release of Mayor Langford in 2015 and 2016 during the Obama Administration. Mayor Langford has suffered from worsening, chronic health conditions for years and meets all of the legal criteria for a reduction in sentence as an elderly inmate with medical conditions. ### Rep. Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) is serving her fourth term representing Alabama's 7th Congressional district. She sits on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and was recently appointed to the powerful House Ways and Means Committee. Sewell is a Chief Deputy Whip and serves on the prestigious Steering and Policy Committee of the Democratic Caucus. She is also a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, and serves as Vice Chair of the Congressional Voting Rights Caucus, and Vice Chair of Outreach for the New Democrat Coalition. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.feinstein.senate.gov//public/index.cfm/press-releases?ContentRecord_id=758234DD-7C16-440D-BFB3-3742214858A6 | Feinstein to CBP: Revise Protocol for Treatment of Immigrant Children | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Dianne Feinstein | F000062 | www.feinstein.senate.gov | legacy | WashingtonSenate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) today called on Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Kevin McAleenan to provide a detailed accounting of the death of Felipe Alonzo-Gomez and revise CBP rules concerning treatment of immigrant children. Senator Feinstein called on CBP to ensure that children are released from detention within 72 hours as required by law. She also demanded the agency account for the need to communicate with detainees in their native languages and develop standards of care in consultation with pediatricians and child welfare experts. I am writing to voice my strong concern about the recent deaths and illnesses of children detained in Border Patrol custody, and to request a full accounting and a revised protocol to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future, Senator Feinstein wrote. Full text of the letter follows: December 26, 2018 Commissioner Kevin K. McAleenan U.S. Customs and Border Protection 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington, DC 20229 Dear Commissioner, I am writing to voice my strong concern about the recent deaths and illnesses of children detained in Border Patrol custody, and to request a full accounting and a revised protocol to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future. December has been a devastating month for children in Border Patrol custody: On December 8, 7-year-old Jakelin Caal Maquin died of dehydration and shock after 36 hours in Border Patrol detention. Jakelin's father reports that she did not receive water and agents did not speak to him in his native language during this time. On December 19, a five-month-old infant was hospitalized with pneumonia shortly after her release from Border Patrol custody. The baby's mother reports that the baby was held in a freezing cell and deprived of her prescribed antibiotics. Finally, on Christmas Eve, 8-year-old Felipe Alonzo-Gomez died after suffering flu-like symptoms in Border patrol custody. Before his death, Felipe was detained for well o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murphy.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/murphy-delauro-lead-bipartisan-push-for-funding-to-improve-long-island-sound | MURPHY, DELAURO LEAD BIPARTISAN PUSH FOR FUNDING TO IMPROVE LONG ISLAND SOUND | 2018-12-26 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Christopher Murphy | M001169 | www.murphy.senate.gov | legacy | MURPHY, DELAURO LEAD BIPARTISAN PUSH FOR FUNDING TO IMPROVE LONG ISLAND SOUND Wednesday, December 26, 2018 WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, and U.S Representative Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), a member of the U.S. House of Representative Appropriations Committee, on Wednesday led 9 colleagues in sending a letter to President Trump to request robust funding for the Long Island Sound Geographic Program in his budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2020.The members requested $20 million to fund critical improvements to water quality and restore habitat around the Sound watershed. As you work to complete your final Fiscal Year 2020 budget, we urge you to fund the Long Island Sound Geographic Program at $20 million, the members wrote. The Sound is a proven economic driver in the northeast, generating at least $17 billion to the regional economy from transportation, fishing, and recreational activities it supports. If we consider the status quo acceptable the Long Island Sound and the coastline we know today will not be recognizable to the next generation, the members added. The Long Island Sound Geographic Program assists with conservation and pollution mitigation in the greater northeast. Last year, new projects improved wastewater cleanup and assisted with nitrogen removal. Joining Murphy and DeLauro in this letter were their colleagues U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), and U.S. Representatives Jim Himes (CT-4), Lee Zeldin (NY-1), John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Peter King (NY-2), and Thomas Suozzi (NY-3) The full text of the letter can be found below and here. Dear President Trump: As you work to complete your final Fiscal Year 2020 budget, we urge you to fund the Long Island Sound Geographic Program at $20 million. This year, Congress reauthorized the Long Island Sound Restoration and Stewardship Act, which allows Congress to allocate up to a $65… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/hill-house-lawmakers-look-reassure-australia-after-mattis-resignation | The Hill: House lawmakers look to reassure Australia after Mattis resignation | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | legacy | A bipartisan group of House lawmakers is reaching out to Australia to reassure the U.S. ally following the announced resignation of Defense Secretary James Mattis. In a letter spearheaded by Reps. Joe Courtney (D-Conn.) and Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.) and sent by Australian Ambassador Joe Hockey, members of the Congressional Friends of Australia Caucus stressed the importance of the alliance between the countries after Mattis said he would leave the Trump administration. We therefore share many Australians' concerns about Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis's recent announcement that he will step down from his position in February 2019, they wrote in Friday's letter obtained by The Hill. Secretary Mattis has been a stalwart proponent of American leadership and a free and open Indo-Pacific, both which have benefitted the United States and Australia for decades. He has also been an advocate for maintaining and strengthening America's alliances and partnerships around the world, including with Australia. Mattis's departure date has since been moved up to Jan. 1. The congressional group cited Mattis's resignation letter, which stated the United States, while an indispensable nation in the free world, can't protect its interests without alliances with countries with common goals and values. [W]e are writing to strongly reaffirm our agreement with Secretary Mattis that it is in the United States' enduring interest to maintain and strengthen our alliances, built of shared values and shared interests, particularly in the case of our special relationship with Australia, the lawmakers wrote. Moving forward, we want to extend our deep and sincere commitment to maintain America's special bond and alliance with your country. In addition to Courtney and Gallagher, the letter was signed by House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mac Thornberry (R-Texas) and ranking member Adam Smith (D-Wash.), as well as Reps. Tom Cole (R-Okla.), John Larson (D-Conn.), Pete King (R-N.Y.), Ed Perlmutter (D-Colo.), Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio), Ted Lieu (D-Cal… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/kxan-rep-doggett-trump-shutdown | KXAN: Rep. Doggett on the Trump Shutdown | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | 300 East 8th St, 4th Floor | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/msnbc-rep-doggett-s-interview-ali-velshi-trumpshutdown-and-us-involvement-0 | MSNBC: Rep. Doggetts Interview with Ali Velshi on #TrumpShutdown and U.S. Involvement in Yemen | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | 0 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | |||
| https://gottheimer.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1165 | Gottheimer Wraps Holiday Gifts at Bookends in Ridgewood | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NJ | Josh Gottheimer | G000583 | gottheimer.house.gov | legacy | Above: Gottheimer wraps gifts for New Jersey families for the holidaysOn Saturday, December 22, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) wrapped holiday gifts for North Jersey families at Bookends bookstore in Ridgewood. The holidays are such an important time for small businesses across the country and here in New Jersey, said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). I am so proud that there are so many great businesses in my district, like Bookends here in Ridgewood. I want to thank Walter Boyer for having me at his store and I encourage everyone to go check Bookends out, whether for the book selection or the author events they regularly host. Congressman Gottheimer went on to say, Small businesses play a vital role in our economy in the Fifth District and neighborhoods across the country, especially during this key retail season. The federal government shutdown hurt small businesses, because it impacts small business loan applications. We can prevent that by getting folks to the table to finalize a deal to reopen the government, just like business owners do every day. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, New Jersey boasts 1.7 million small business employees working for over 820,000 small businesses. 98.3% of the state's businesses are small businesses and they employ more than half of New Jersey's workers. Bookends in Ridgewood has been a staple in the community and a renowned bookstore for more than thirty years. They have hosted over 1,000 authors in the last fifteen years from politics, pop culture, and fiction. During the holiday season, they wrap gifts in their store free of charge. A video from Congressman Gottheimer's visit can be found HERE. Below: Congressman Gottheimer wraps gifts for children during the holidays Below: Gottheimer and Walter Boyer from Bookends survey the bookstore's impressive selection of autographed books | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://krishnamoorthi.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-krishnamoorthi-president-trump-destabilizing-and-hobbling-economy | Congressman Krishnamoorthi: President Trump Is Destabilizing and Hobbling the Economy for a Border Wall that Mexico was Supposed to Pay for in the First Place | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | IL | Raja Krishnamoorthi | K000391 | krishnamoorthi.house.gov | legacy | SCHAUMBURG, IL Congressman Krishnamoorthi issued the following statement in response to new developments threatening the nation's and Illinois' economies as a result of the government shutdown predicated on President Trump's demand for a border wall that was supposed to be paid for by Mexico in the first place: President Trump is destabilizing and hobbling an already wobbly economy to fulfill only half of a campaign pledge he has made since 2015. After abandoning a bipartisan budget compromise the Senate passed last week unanimously, the President has shut down the federal government to appeal to a shrinking minority of Americans and right-wing talk show personalities. Instead of having Mexico pay for the border wall as the President has promised since 2015, he is asking for as much as $5 billion from taxpayers for a wall that will not accomplish its stated goal and which most Americans do not want. The President stubbornly keeps pushing for a wall to protect himself from the far right's criticism. America needs enhanced border security using smart technology and border agents treated with respect by not being forced to work without pay during the Christmas holidays. I am calling on President Trump to end the Trump shutdown for the health and stability of our economy. The stock market is in a record freefall, he is attacking the independence of the Federal Reserve, and Treasury Secretary Mnuchin called leading banks in an unsuccessful effort to stabilize the markets, all at a time when working families across the country are relying on a strong economy to start 2019. The Trump shutdown is a self-inflicted wound that puts our economy and these families in jeopardy and that damage will only grow worse if the President drags this shutdown out to January 3rd and into the new Congress. Some 6,200 federal workers in Illinois are being furloughed or forced to work without pay over the Christmas holidays, and tours of the Lincoln Home in Springfield have stopped during the 200th birthday of the State of Illinois. The Pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://lipinski.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=91&itemid=3753 | Lipinski Invites Vets to Share Their Stories for Library of Congress' History Project | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | IL | Daniel Lipinski | L000563 | lipinski.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) is asking veterans in the Third District to share their stories so they can be preserved in the Library of Congress' Veterans History Project (VHP). For any veteran that is interested, the Congressman's office will set up a recorded interview at their home or at a local site. The VHP collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal accounts of veterans so that current and future generations can better understand the contributions and sacrifices they made. All veterans are invited to call Lipinski's Chicago office at 773-948-6223 for more information or to schedule an interview. At the conclusion of the recorded interview, participants will receive a copy and one will be sent to the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. I encourage all veterans who are able to take advantage of this unique opportunity to share their stories, Rep. Lipinski said. These interviews will be recorded for posterity. Our heroes are not just those we read about in the history books, but every man and woman who has served our nation in uniform. All recorded interviews will be housed in the permanent collections of the Library of Congress. They will be available to researchers, scholars, students, authors, filmmakers, and anyone else visiting the library. For more information, go online tolipinski.house.gov. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://pelosi.house.gov/news/pelosi-updates/trumpshutdown-0 | #TrumpShutdown | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | CA | Nancy Pelosi | P000197 | pelosi.house.gov | legacy | Trump Temper Tantrum On Thursday night, House Republicans voted to shut down government refusing to vote on a bill to keep government open that was unanimously passed by the Senate, and choosing instead to push a radical border wall bill that is dead on arrival. Now knowing that he doesn't have the votes in the Senate to fund his immoral, ineffective and expensive wall President Trump is throwing a tantrum, threatening a very long shutdown. Over and over, President Trump has declared that he'd be proud to shut down the government, even saying I will take the mantle. I will be the one to shut it down if he cannot force American taxpayers to spend billions of dollars on an immoral, ineffective and expensive wall. Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi and Senator Chuck Schumer held a press conference this week after President Trump announced that he would not keep government open if it did not include funding for a border wall. Democrats have offered three options to keep government open but President Trump and House Republicans are deciding to drive our nation into a pointless, destructive shutdown over the holidays. If they steer our nation into a Trump Shutdown, in early January, the new House Democratic Majority will swiftly pass the appropriation bills with a CR for Homeland Security to re-open government. My office was able to advocate for an emergency disability benefit check for an unhoused constituent. My constituent opened a new bank account and closed his old account prior to changing his direct deposit information with the Social Security Administration (SSA). Because of this, my constituent had not received his benefits necessary to support himself. SSA dispersed an emergency check within 24 hours of our request. Caseworkers in my San Francisco office work to address any problems or concerns you may have with a federal government agency. To submit a Casework Authorization Form, pleasevisitmy website. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.coons.senate.gov/news/videos/watch/sen-coons-joins-face-the-nation-december-23-2018 | Sen. Coons joins Face the Nation December 23, 2018 | 2018-12-24 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | DE | Christopher Coons | C001088 | www.coons.senate.gov | legacy | Look at the biggest progressive fights & you'll often find that they were religious movements Sen. Coons celebrates America 250: "Our story is stronger when we tell it in its entirety" This week, seven of my bipartisan bills advanced in the Senate, one step closer to becoming law. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z | ||
| https://bonamici.house.gov/media/press-releases/bonamici-condemns-gop-decision-postpone-votes-reopen-government | Bonamici Condemns GOP Decision to Postpone Votes to Reopen Government | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | OR | Suzanne Bonamici | B001278 | bonamici.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC [12/23/18] Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) issued the following statement in response to the decision of GOP Congressional leaders to postpone votes on government funding until at least Thursday. One of the most basic and important responsibilities of Congress is to keep the government funded. It is deeply troubling that GOP Congressional leaders and President Trump have put politics over the safety of our nation and the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of federal employees who are now furloughed through the holidays with no relief in sight, said Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici. The decision to postpone a vote to reopen the government guarantees a prolonged shutdown for significant portions of the federal government, leaving families scrambling without the certainty of knowing when their next paycheck will arrive. There is no excuse for quitting before the job is done, especially when both chambers of Congress and the White House are all controlled by leaders from the same political party. Oregonians and people across the country need certainty and stability. This dysfunction shows a total disregard for the families and communities who rely on Congress to keep our nation safe and stable. Speaker Ryan and House GOP leaders should stop governing by crisis and immediately re-open the government by allowing us to vote on the bipartisan funding plan that was already passed unanimously in the Senate. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://doggett.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/msnbc-rep-doggett-s-interview-richard-lui-trumpshutdown-and-dreamers | MSNBC: Rep. Doggetts Interview with Richard Lui on the #TrumpShutdown and Dreamers | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | TX | Lloyd Doggett | D000399 | doggett.house.gov | legacy | 0 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | |||
| https://foster.house.gov/media/press-releases/foster-introduces-legislation-to-end-congressional-perks-during-government | Foster Introduces Legislation to End Congressional Perks during Government Shutdown | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | IL | Bill Foster | F000454 | foster.house.gov | foster | https://foster.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) introduced legislation to close the gym and sauna reserved for Members of Congress during a government shutdown. The Shutdown Prioritization Act (SPA) would prohibit the Architect of the Capitol from operating the Member gym during a government shutdown. During the Trump Shutdown, not only are Members still able to access the taxpayer-funded gym, sauna, and steam room while tens of thousands of federal employees remain furloughed, but janitorial staff are still required to clean the gym and restock it with towels and other "essential items." "President Trump and Congressional Republicans' refusal to pass and sign a clean continuing resolution to reopen government is an abdication of their responsibilities as elected officials. During the Trump Shutdown, however, Republican leadership continues to deem the Congressional spa used by Members of the House of Representatives to be ‘essential.' Speaker Ryan continues to use the gym during this shutdown while federal workers face uncertainty over the holidays. The only essential task Members of Congress have during a government shutdown is negotiating an end to the shutdown," Foster said. "It's time to tell President Trump and Congressional Republicans to end their Congressional perks during a shutdown and focus on getting the government up and running. We need to get federal employees back to work and to provide funding for priorities important to the American people." Congressman Foster is also a co-sponsor of the Federal Employees' Retroactive Pay Fairness Act that would guarantee back pay to federal employees after a government shutdown. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-27T23:11:43Z |
| https://rosen.house.gov/media/press-releases/rosen-condemns-trump-administration-shutting-down-government | ROSEN CONDEMNS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION FOR SHUTTING DOWN THE GOVERNMENT | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | NV | Jacky Rosen | R000608 | rosen.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Plans to Donate Pay During Shutdown to Nevada Organizations Aimed at Helping Survivors of Sexual and Domestic Violence WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Congresswoman Jacky Rosen (NV-03) released the following statement in response to the President's decision to partially shut down the government. Rosen plans to donate her pay during the shutdown to Nevada organizations that support survivors of sexual and domestic abuse, many of whom benefit from programs funded by the Violence Against Women Act, whose authorization lapsed at midnight Friday. The government has shut down for a third time under the watch of a Republican-controlled White House and Congress, said Rosen. To make matters worse, authorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) lapsed as a result of the Trump Administration's reckless shutdown. VAWA has been pivotal in helping our state tackle one of the highest rates of domestic violence against women. I plan to donate my pay to organizations in Nevada that help survivors of domestic violence because Nevada's hardworking families shouldn't be left to suffer as a result of this President's irresponsible behavior. BACKGROUND: Congresswoman Rosen is a co-sponsor of the No Government, No Pay Act, which would prohibit Members of Congress from getting paid during a government shutdown. Congresswoman Rosen is also a lead sponsor of the bipartisan SHIELD Act (H.R. 1536), which would ensure compensation for servicemembers and federal law enforcement personnel in the event of a government shutdown or a default on the nation's debt. This week, Rep. Rosen missed votes due to her brother's death as a result of a critical medical condition. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/100m-marianas-recovery | $100M+ for Marianas recovery | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | $100M+ for Marianas recovery Dec 23, 2018 There is at least $100 million for the Marianas inlegislation passed by the House on Thursday nightthe first time ever for our islands to be included in special disaster relief above and beyond what FEMA provides. The bill's fate in the Senate is undecided, as we go to press, because it includes a controversial $5 billion President Trump has demanded for a border wall. Incoming Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi gave meher pledge of supportfor Marianas recovery a few days after Yutu struck, as did the incoming Chairman of the Appropriations Committee Nita Lowey, whenshe called on November 10. Since then, I have worked with appropriators on both sides of the aisle to ensure that any help for U.S. areas hit by natural disasters this year includes the Marianas. What's in the bill Much ofwhat I asked for in my formal request on November 26is in the bill: $1.1 billion for community development block grants is available to the Marianas as one of the areas most impacted by a disaster in 2018. The money can be used for long-term recovery efforts, restoration of infrastructure and housing, economic revitalization, or as a local match for other federal grants. $56 million for solid waste for the Marianas, enough for new sanitary landfills on Rota and Tinian and to open a new cell at the existing Marpi landfill on Saipan. A $20 million territorial set-aside for highway repairs. $2 million to the Marianas for additional technical assistance from the Office of Insular Affairs. $8.5 million for the Marianas Nutrition Assistance Program, or food stamps. $300 million for grants from the Economic Development Administration for relief, recovery, and restoration from typhoons Mangkhut and Yutu, hurricanes Florence, Michael, and Lane, and other natural disaster… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/116th-congress-open-house | 116th Congress Open House | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC Office 2411 Rayburn HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2646, Toll Free: 1-877-446-3465 Fax: (202) 226-4249 Hours: M-F 9AM-6PM EST | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/179-million-yutu-recovery | $17.9 million for Yutu recovery | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | $17.9 million for Yutu recovery Dec 23, 2018 The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Public Assistance Grants for the Northern Marianas for Super Typhoon Yutu recovery.A total of $6,929,271 was awarded for temporary classrooms and $13,447,432 for power restoration. FEMA obligates funding for these projects directly to the Commonwealth, which is then responsible for reimbursing agencies for costs associated with those activities. To date, FEMA has approved more than $7.8 million under the Individual and Households Program and more than $20.5 million for Public Assistance projects. The funds are authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/disaster-tax-relief-passes-house | Disaster tax relief passes House | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Disaster tax relief passes House Dec 23, 2018 The House passed a year-end tax package with tax relief for the Marianas and other communities hit by natural disasters this year. Under the bill, qualified disaster relief distributions will be exempt from the 10-percent penalty levied on retirement money withdrawn before age 59 and a half. The bill also allows homebuyers to re-contribute retirement plan withdrawals for home purchases that were cancelled due to eligible disasters, and provides flexibility for loans from retirement plans for qualified hurricane relief. To help disaster-affected employers retain employees, the bill provides a tax credit for 40 percent of wages (up to $6,000 per employee). There is also a temporary suspension of limitations on charitable contributions associated with qualified disaster relief made before December 31, 2018. And families that lost income in 2018 may use their 2017 income to determine their Child Tax Credit for this year. Any loss of revenue for the Commonwealth resulting from these tax changes will be covered by the U.S. Treasury. The bill must still pass the Senate and be signed by the President to be effective. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/farewell-mr-speaker | Farewell, Mr. Speaker | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Farewell, Mr. Speaker Dec 23, 2018 Retiring Speaker of the House Paul Ryan invited Members for a commemorative photo this week. The Wisconsin representative and once-vice presidential candidate is leaving after 20 years in Congress. We did not always agree, but thank you for your public service, Mr. Speaker. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/farm-bill-signed | Farm bill signed | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC Office 2411 Rayburn HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2646, Toll Free: 1-877-446-3465 Fax: (202) 226-4249 Hours: M-F 9AM-6PM EST | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/keeping-tabs-va-mission-act | Keeping tabs on the VA Mission Act | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Keeping tabs on the VA Mission Act Dec 23, 2018 Implementation of the VA MISSION Act, which authorizes the study needed for a Veterans Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in the Marianas, was the purpose of a joint hearing of the House and Senate Veterans Affairs Committees on Wednesday. I was there along with Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Rep. Beto O'Rourke (D-TX). Your congressional office has held veteran registration drives throughout the year to increase the numbers of Marianas vets and help justify having our own C-BOC. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/merry-christmas | Merry Christmas! | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC Office 2411 Rayburn HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2646, Toll Free: 1-877-446-3465 Fax: (202) 226-4249 Hours: M-F 9AM-6PM EST | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/typhoon-yutu-relief-updates-1221 | Typhoon Yutu relief updates (12/21) | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | Typhoon Yutu relief updates (12/21) Dec 23, 2018 Water Saipan has 95 percent of its water restored. Tinian has all its water service restored. Power 63 percent of power has been restored on Saipan with Tinian still operating at 20 percent power restored. Transitional shelters There are about 40 families about 150 people still at the Kagman transitional shelter. Tents 1,593 tents have been installed on Saipan. 203 tents have been installed on Tinian. SBA Loans The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved a total of 737 loans to home and business owners totaling to over $46.8 million. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://sablan.house.gov/we-must-address-climate-change | We must address climate change | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MP | Gregorio Sablan | S001177 | sablan.house.gov | legacy | We must address climate change Dec 23, 2018 With two typhoons this year, the Marianas understands the impact of climate change. That is why I joined 100 of my colleagues this week urging President Trump to pay attention to his administration's ownNational Climate Assessment. The report is a comprehensive, science-based evaluation of the consequences of climate change, the risks of inaction, and strategies we can adopt. President Trump has dismissed the findings. I believe our nation should follow the scientific evidenceand what we have seen with our own eyesand, in collaboration with nations across the globe, act to address climate change. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.brown.senate.gov/newsroom/press/release/browns-bipartisan-bill-to-help-ohio-communities-support-jobs-clean-up-lakes-and-rivers-set-to-become-law | Brown’s Bipartisan Bill to Help Ohio Communities Support Jobs, Clean up Lakes and Rivers Set to Become Law | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | OH | Sherrod Brown | B000944 | www.brown.senate.gov | legacy | Senate, House Passed Brown's Bill, Headed to President's Desk to be Signed into Law Sunday, December 23, 2018 WASHINGTON, D.C. The House and Senate have both passed legislation based on U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown's (D-OH) bipartisan Water Infrastructure Flexibility Act that would provide local communities with increased flexibility when complying with Clean Water Act requirements for updates to sewer systems. The Senate passed the final version of the bill yesterday, and the bill now heads to the President's desk to be signed into law. The bill would also encourage cost-saving green infrastructure and give communities more autonomy as they prioritize and plan for wastewater and storm water investments. Red tape shouldn't force communities to spread their resources thin just to meet an arbitrary timeline, said Brown. Let's be smarter and work with communities so they can prioritize their wastewater investments while reducing pollution. This bipartisan bill will help support jobs and protect local drinking water. My sincere thanks to Senator Brown for his leadership in securing the Senate's unanimous approval of the legislation transforming Integrated Planning from just policy to actual law. This change will allow cities to achieve the nation's clean water goals in affordable and sustainable ways, said Mayor David Berger. Many state and local governments face difficulties meeting Clean Water Act requirements for critical storm water and wastewater updates. The U.S. Conference of Mayors found, on average, municipalities spend between 6 to 7 cents of every tax dollar on water and sewer systems. This makes water infrastructure the third-largest expense for cities, after education and emergency personnel. The Water Infrastructure Flexibility Act would: Provide communities with flexibility to prioritize investments in wastewater and storm water projects needed for CWA compliance. Establish an Office of Municipal Ombudsman at EPA to assist cities in complying with federa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.cardin.senate.gov/newsroom/press/release/cardin-provisions-to-lower-sewer-bills-expand-green-infrastructure-heads-to-president-for-signature | Cardin Provisions to Lower Sewer Bills, Expand Green Infrastructure Heads to President for Signature | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MD | Benjamin Cardin | C000141 | www.cardin.senate.gov | legacy | December 23, 2018 Cardin Provisions to Lower Sewer Bills, Expand Green Infrastructure Heads to President for Signature Bipartisan Water Infrastructure Flexibility Act will help reduce disproportionate impacts of rate hikes for a substantial number of low-income Americans WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee, praised final passage of companion legislation to legislation he authored in the Senate with Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) that would provide local governments more tools to deal with stormwater and infrastructure challenges. The Water Infrastructure Flexibility Act first cleared the Senate in October and was passed in its final form Saturday.The bipartisan legislation includes provisions to prevent the disproportionate impacts of water and sewer bill hikes on low-income Americans, which has been particularly problematic in cities like Baltimore.The bill would also give communities more autonomy as they prioritize and plan for wastewater and storm water investments. Americans have a right to expect that water coming from their taps is safe to drink and that Congress will do everything within its power to ensure that happens at a reasonable cost to consumers. Having clean, safe water should not be a luxury priced out of reach for any person in this country,said Senator Cardin. I am particularly pleased to know that this legislation will help limit the disproportionate impacts of sewer and water bill hikes on low-income Americans, and make critical advancements in the use of green wastewater management strategies.Every community in America urban, rural and suburban neighborhoods will be helped by this bipartisan effort to improve our nation's water infrastructure. If consumers cannot pay their water bills, then utilities cannot make the need… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.cardin.senate.gov/newsroom/press/release/cardin-van-hollen-lead-passage-of-measure-to-ensure-that-federal-workers-will-be-paid-following-trump-shutdown | Cardin, Van Hollen Lead Passage of Measure to Ensure that Federal Workers Will Be Paid Following Trump Shutdown | 2018-12-23 | 2018 | 2018-12 | Democrat | House | MD | Benjamin Cardin | C000141 | www.cardin.senate.gov | legacy | December 23, 2018 Cardin, Van Hollen Lead Passage of Measure to Ensure that Federal Workers Will Be Paid Following Trump Shutdown The House of Representatives must pass FEFTA as soon as possible so we can provide certainty to the hardworking federal workers who protect and support Maryland and the entire nation. WASHINGTON U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen(both D-Md.) have successfully led a bipartisan effort to guarantee that federal workers will be paid retroactively following the partial government shutdown that began at midnight Friday. By unanimous consent, the senators gained Senate passage of theFederal Employee Fair Treatment Act (S. 861),which replaces a discretionary decision with a guarantee that furloughed federal employees will be paid retroactively, stipulates that all employees shall be paid as soon as possible after the lapse in appropriations ends, and clarifies that excepted employees who have scheduled previously approved leave occurring during an appropriations lapse may indeed take that leave without undue penalty. A government shutdown has real consequences for hard-working federal employees across the country and the local economies they support. This measure helps make sure that federal workers and the American economy are not additionally harmed by Republicans' inability to find a compromise solution to the appropriations crisis they have created,said Senator Cardin. Make no mistake: Responsibility for this shutdown lies squarely on the shoulders of the president, who said that he would take that mantle.' The problem is that federal workers will take it on the chin, and this measure aims to help soften that blow. The House of Representatives should pass this legislation quickly. Federal employees should not be punished and their paychecks held hostage by the government dysfunction that leads to a shutdown. I waspleased to get this legislation passed in th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |
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