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| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/over-158-million-federal-resources-awarded-gold-star-bridge | Over $158 Million in Federal Resources Awarded for Gold Star Bridge Rehabilitation, Courtney Announces | 2022-12-29 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) released the following statement after the Federal Highway Administration (FHA) announced a new federal grant award of $158,150,000 to support ongoing repairs and upgrades to the Gold Star Bridge in New London. The new federal resources are being awarded through the department’s Bridge Investment Program, and were made possible by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which Rep. Courtney voted to pass. “Today’s announcement by the Federal Highway Administration that Connecticut’s largest passenger and truck bridge—the Thames River Gold Star Bridge—has been awarded $158 million for a long overdue rehabilitation is another example of the 2021 Infrastructure Law’s positive impact on eastern Connecticut,” said Rep. Courtney. “Preliminary work at Gold Star started last summer by members of the local Ironworkers Union, and this award will ensure that follow on structural work on the north bound lane will occur. With this upgrade, the bridge will be able to safely tolerate higher weight vehicles, which is a benefit to all motorists, and will reduce truck traffic on local roads, which is more congested right now due to present weight restrictions. This award is a win-win for good paying jobs in the region, and safer traffic flow.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/connecticut-delegation-statement-sikorsky-flraa-protest | Connecticut Delegation Statement on Sikorsky FLRAA Protest | 2022-12-29 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | STRATFORD, CT –House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), Congressman John Larson (CT-01), Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04), and Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) released the following statement on the announcement of Sikorsky challenging the Army decision on FLRAA: “Today Sikorsky has made the decision to protest the Army’s recent award on Future Long Range Assault (FLRAA) Aircraft. “The public, Members of Congress, and most importantly, the workers at Sikorsky, are entitled to a robust, fair, and clear process. Our National security and Connecticut jobs are on the line. "Despite direct engagement with the Army, we as Members of Congress have not yet been able to get the answers that we need regarding how the Army came to their original decision on FLRAA. This is unacceptable. "We are hopeful that this protest action and the forthcoming process will shed light on the Army’s decision making, and that the highest level of fidelity is conducted throughout.” "We will not relent in our shared mission to ensure that Stratford continues to build the helicopters of the future, and that good paying jobs stay in Connecticut.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=A7C063AF-D076-48CF-98E9-FEDD2723F309 | Hayes Secures $23 Million for the Fifth and Historical Housatonic River Wild and Scenic Designation | 2022-12-29 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) secured more than $23 million dollars for 15 community projects in the final 2023 appropriations government funding package. This funding responds directly to many of the most pressing needs throughout the region and supports projects that were less likely to receive funding from any other sources. For the second time, every project submitted to the House Committee on Appropriations by Congresswoman Hayes was included in the final budget. Additionally, Hayes legislation to create a U.S. National Park Service protective designation for the 41 miles of the Housatonic River which runs through Sharon, Canaan, Cornwall, Salisbury, New Milford, Kent, and North Canaan, was also approved. The designation will allocate federal resources to the towns along the river to bolster conservation efforts and promote recreation in the Northwest Corner. “Throughout the appropriations process, I never stopped fighting for the Fifth and I am thrilled to have secured more than $23 million in federal funding to bolster local projects. From communications upgrades for law enforcement to facility infrastructure for community health centers to laying the groundwork to restore CT Rail from Danbury to New York City, this funding will have a lasting impact for all who live and visit the region,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “Further, after years of community organizing and advocacy, the Housatonic River will now be designated as a National Wild and Scenic River. The designation is not just symbolic; it provides critical funding to protect the rich ecosystem along the 41 miles of the river and support local recreation in the surrounding towns.” Congresswoman Hayes championed funding for 15 projects to directly benefit Fifth District residents. These include: WATERBURY: $4,000,000 for the renovation of Fulton Park Pool WATERTOWN: $3,375,000 for police department radio communications upgrades WATERTOWN: $3,000,000 for Main Street safety audit WATERBURY: $2,265,000 for education technolo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-secures-funding-increased-us-navy-shipbuilding-and-submarine | Courtney Secures Funding for Increased U.S. Navy Shipbuilding and Submarine Construction in Final FY 2023 Omnibus | 2022-12-23 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | December 23, 2022 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, voted to pass the FY 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 2617) a bipartisan spending bill that will fund the federal government through September 30, 2023. The bill was passed in the House by a vote of 225-201, and now moves to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Rep. Courtney is Chairman of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, which oversees all U.S. Navy shipbuilding and is tasked with ensuring a strong and capable U.S. Navy. On December 8, the House voted to pass the final National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2023, which the Seapower Subcommittee helped craft and authorizes new forms of support for American servicemembers, as well as continued funding for an increased amount of shipbuilding, submarine procurement and research efforts, continued support for Ukraine, and more. Now, the 2023 Omnibus provides full funding to back Courtney and the Seapower Subcommittee’s top priorities in the 2023 NDAA, delivering on behalf of the U.S. Navy and eastern Connecticut’s manufacturing workforce and supply chain. “At a time when many people wonder whether Congress can still work together to get big things done for our country, passage of our bipartisan NDAA followed back-to-back by passage of the bipartisan 2023 Omnibus should come as hard evidence that it can,” said Chairman Courtney. “America’s national security priorities around the world have an impact here at home every day—on our democracy, our economy, and our everyday lives. That’s why it was so important to ensure we got the Defense Authorization across the finish line for the 62nd year in a row this year. Our NDAA focused heavily on supplying our Navy and Armed Services with their most important priorities—from increased submarine construction and shipbuilding, to historic new support to strengthen the workforce we need to get it all done, and lots more—and now the 2023 budget… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-votes-pass-2023-consolidated-appropriations-act-spending-bill | Courtney Votes to Pass 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, a Spending Bill that Includes Important Support and Investments in Eastern Connecticut | 2022-12-23 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | December 23, 2022 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) voted to pass the FY 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 2617), a bipartisan omnibus spending package that includes all twelve annual federal appropriations bills and will fund the federal government through September 30, 2023. The bill was passed by the House by a vote of 225-201 and now moves to the President’s desk to be signed into law. "It took some tough sledding to get here, but after months of negotiations and late nights to complete the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, the final result is a budget that focuses heavily on eastern Connecticut,” said Congressman Courtney. “People in eastern Connecticut want to see Congress work together and get our jobs done, and I think we met those expectations with the 2023 Omnibus. In addition to refueling critical programs that are relied on by seniors, families, farmers, small businesses and many others in our region, the 2023 budget also includes over $21 million in direct funding that my office secured for fifteen local projects in towns throughout CT-02. Our budget fully funds the major submarine manufacturing opportunities and other priorities included in this year’s Defense Authorization, it will help ramp-up workforce development and apprenticeship programs that have already been operating successfully in our region, and it provides new support to America’s seniors, working families, and veterans. We also worked hard to ensure that the 2023 budget includes increased support for federal home energy assistance to help folks lower costs and stay warm this winter, and to make sure it contained funding specifically to support our farmers who have been impacted by severe drought conditions.” “Following President Zelenskyy’s address to a Joint Session of Congress on Wednesday, the 2023 budget also includes expansive new support for our Ukrainian allies, including training, equipment, defense articles and other supplies, and it takes steps to ensure that we are conducting thorough … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/final-2023-spending-package-includes-215-million-15-courtney-requested | Final 2023 Spending Package Includes $21.5 Million for 15 Courtney-Requested Projects Throughout Eastern Connecticut | 2022-12-23 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | December 23, 2022 WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) voted to pass the FY 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 2617), a bipartisan spending package that includes all twelve annual federal appropriations bills, and will keep America open for business through September 30, 2023. The agreement includes funding for a wide range of eastern Connecticut priorities that Rep. Courtney helped to secure—click here to read more. Now that the bill has been passed by the House, it will move on to the President’s desk for signature. Passage of the 2023 Omnibus marks the second consecutive year that Congress has approved specific, targeted funding for local projects requested by Members of Congress, known as “Community Project Funding.” After working closely with second district towns, leaders, and non-profit organizations, Rep. Courtney requested and secured funding for fifteen local projects throughout eastern Connecticut in the full 2023 spending agreement. Now, Courtney’s Community Project requests will help complete and support local initiatives in towns like Canterbury, Coventry, East Hampton, Groton, Madison, Mansfield, Plainfield, Stonington, the Quiet Corner, and more. “The government funding package we passed today includes funding specifically for important projects that many of our towns and community partners otherwise couldn’t afford,” said Rep. Courtney. “From improved childcare services, to new affordable housing opportunities, to infrastructure upgrades that will support our fishing industry on the shoreline, and protect our environment while preparing for growth in north central Connecticut. My office worked side-by-side with local leaders in town governments and the nonprofit sector to secure funding for these local projects, and we worked hard to win support for these critical initiatives. It took tough sledding to get this budget finally completed, and I want to thank House Appropriations Chair Rep. Rosa DeLauro for her leadership carrying it across the finish line. The final 2… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-leads-passage-bipartisan-government-funding-legislation | DeLauro Leads Passage of Bipartisan Government Funding Legislation | 2022-12-23 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | December 23, 2022 House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today celebrated passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, legislation consisting of all 12 fiscal year 2023 appropriations bills, along with supplemental funding to support Ukraine and aid states in their disaster recovery efforts. The investments provided by this legislation will help working and middle-class families in Connecticut and across the nation with the rising cost of living, support small businesses, and protect workers. “People are living paycheck to paycheck,” said Chair DeLauro. “By providing a 9.3 percent increase in non-defense funding for domestic programs, we make critical strides in our work to invest in the American people and help them get ahead and stay ahead for generations to come. The package makes needed investments in programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and other life sustaining programs that improve food safety, strengthen our supply chains, and protect older and younger Americans by funding resources they depend on. I am proud to have led the bipartisan negotiations for the House that produced government funding legislation that will support working people and look forward to President Biden signing this legislation into law.” Among the investments Chair DeLauro secured for Connecticut, this funding bill: Invests a total of $5 billion into the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), including the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program to help families keep their heat on this winter season; Protects workers by boosting National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) funding to $299 million, $25 million over the 2022 enacted level (and the first funding increase for the NLRB since fiscal year 2010); funding the Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) at $632 million, an increase of $20 million over the 2022 enacted level; and investing $260 million in the Department of Labo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-secures-269-million-community-project-funding-government | DeLauro Secures $26.9 Million in Community Project Funding in Government Funding Legislation | 2022-12-23 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today announced that she secured $26,940,403 in funding for local projects in Connecticut’s Third Congressional District in the final fiscal year 2023 funding bill that is heading to President Biden’s desk for signature. DeLauro led reinstituting the process for community funding projects in the 2022 spending bill, giving Members of Congress the opportunity to direct spending to projects in their district for the first time in more than 10 years. “I am pleased to announce that several projects in our community will be receiving needed financial support,” said Chair DeLauro. “As Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, I fought to bring back community project funding last year and to make the process more transparent with new requirements that ensure the funding is responsibly directed. Congressmembers know their communities best, and I am pleased that we can once again direct spending directly to our districts. This funding will go to local infrastructure projects, foster community development, invest in childcare, build climate resiliency, and help our health care centers adequately support patient medical needs. I am incredibly thankful to all the dedicated community groups across Connecticut's Third Congressional District that provided requests to make a difference for our communities.” Listed below is a summary of the fifteen projects Chair DeLauro has submitted to the House Appropriations Committee, along with quotes from the sponsoring organizations. Projects are listed in alphabetical order: City of Ansonia: This project will remove contaminated hazardous materials within the building and demolish the remaining structure and remove and dispose of all regulated materials throughout the SHW Casting Company. “I am very grateful for the work Congresswoman DeLauro and the congressional staff have done to support our efforts to revitalize our long vacant and defunct factory buildings in the heart of our downtown. These sites were once the … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=715F065E-EDFC-4D4D-9DC9-F0D9BDEFE401 | Himes Votes to Fund Government, Deliver Billions to Connecticut | 2022-12-23 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | Washington, DC – Today Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus appropriations agreement. The bill, which passed the House of Representatives with a bipartisan vote of 225-201, includes billions of dollars for Connecticut, with nearly $24 million for community projects secured by Congressman Himes that will benefit the Fourth District. “I am thrilled that this year’s omnibus includes funding for the fourteen projects that I fought for,” said Rep. Himes, “and that this legislation will make a substantive impact for families throughout Southwest Connecticut. These funds are an investment not only in our state’s infrastructure, but in our women owned businesses, our recovering veterans, our district’s working families, our schoolchildren, and many more. I was proud to vote for this legislation today, and look forward to seeing it signed into law by President Biden.” Connecticut’s Fourth Congressional District will receive a total of $23,925,351, for 14 community projects advocated for by Congressman Himes. These include: $5,500,000 for the City of Norwalk to revitalize the Norwalk City Center through the implementation of a more comprehensive and balanced transportation system; $3,000,000 for the City of Stamford to design and construct a new satellite of the Ferguson Library system on the East Side of the city; $2,000,000 for the Women’s Business Development Council to expand technical assistance and microgrants for women-owned businesses in the district; $2,000,000 for the Southwest Community Health Center to construct a health center site within the Wakeman Boys & Girls Clubhouse which would provide a full range of health care services including primary medical care, behavioral health, and dental services; $2,000,000 for the Riverbrook Regional YMCA $1,976,691 for Baldwin Holdings to construct three townhouses to be occupied by families that participate in the Housing Choice Voucher Project-Based Program; $1,425,000 for the Town of Wilton to enhance the storm sewer system … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-and-houses-vote-bill-protect-last-green-valley-will-finally-be | With Courtney and the House’s Vote, Bill to Protect The Last Green Valley will Finally be Signed Into Law | 2022-12-22 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) voted to pass the National Heritage Act (S. 1942). The bipartisan bill was included the House-passed Protecting America’s Wilderness and Public Lands Act (H.R. 803) and will establish a National Heritage Area (NHA) System to standardize the process for studying and establishing new National Heritage Areas, provide millions of acres of public land with new and lasting protections, and end the current system of piecemeal NHA reauthorizations, providing for a single re-authorization of appropriations for fifteen years (through 2037). For eastern Connecticut’s natural treasures like The Last Green Valley—whose federal NHA authorization was set to expire in 2023—the bill is particularly important. S. 1942 includes a new long-term reauthorization for The Last Green Valley and the Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Areas in Connecticut and Massachusetts, and for others across the country, and will ensure it retains federal support for the next fifteen years to operate effectively and continue conservation efforts. “At the same time that demand for accessible open spaces is sky-high across the country right now, we were on the edge of losing critical federal support for one of eastern Connecticut’s most important natural preservation areas. Passage of the National Heritage Act today gives The Last Green Valley the long-term reauthorization we’ve been pressing towards for over two years now,” said Congressman Courtney. “Families, classrooms, business outings, and lots of others have all been flocking to the trails and natural setting that places like The Last Green Valley have to offer. Heritage areas like these aren’t just great investments for keeping our land open and green, they also create jobs, establish travel destinations, and they’re a smart long-term investment. Connecticut knows that investments in our open spaces provide real dividends for taxpayers, and I’m proud that after years of working alongside Lois Bruinooge and her team at The Last Gree… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-commerce-announce-nearly-100-million-expand-opportunities | DeLauro, Commerce Announce Nearly $100 Million to Expand Opportunities for Minority Businesses | 2022-12-22 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today announced the launch of the Capital Readiness Program grant competition with the U.S. Department of Commerce. This program would dedicate $93.5 million to help minority and other underserved entrepreneurs launch and scale their businesses. “The new program launched by U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Raimondo will help provide resources and tools, like childcare, that will help more people from underrepresented backgrounds launch and scale businesses,” said Chair DeLauro. “I know how essential supporting diversity is to a thriving society and economy.I want to applaud Secretary Raimondo for leading the charge to expand opportunity to minority-owned businesses and will work to support this important work in the Congress.” The Capital Readiness Program will provide funding to incubators and accelerators across the country, with expertise to assist and train minority and other underserved entrepreneurs seeking resources, tools, and technical assistance to start or scale their businesses in high-growth industries such as healthcare, climate resilient technology, asset management, infrastructure, and more.This program, administered by the Minority Business Development Agency, marks the largest program of its kind in the history of the Commerce Department. Businesses owned by women of color represent one of the fastest growing sectors in the economy. However, structural barriers persist, preventing many women from starting their own businesses and accessing capital, childcare solutions, and peer networks. The Capital Readiness Program will provide the curriculum, tools, and resources to minority entrepreneurs to access capital and funding, and connect them to subject matter experts, vendors and peer support to help start or scale their business. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-courtney-statement-appointment-former-australian-prime-minister | Rep. Courtney Statement on Appointment of Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd as Ambassador of Australia to the United States | 2022-12-20 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) made the following statement after Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd will serve as the next Ambassador of Australia to the United States. “Today, the Albanese government made a powerful statement on the importance of the U.S.-Australia alliance by choosing former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd as the new Ambassador to the U.S.,” said Rep. Courtney. “His high profile and wide experience ensures that our nations’ common priority of supporting a healthy rules-based order will continue and deepen. Heartiest congratulations to Mr. Rudd, who I believe will receive a warm welcome on Capitol Hill.” Courtney added, “Thank you to outgoing Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos for your outstanding work across two U.S. administrations and a global pandemic—extraordinary service during extraordinary times.” Rep. Courtney is the Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces. He is also the Founder and Chairman of the bipartisan AUKUS Working Group, and of the Congressional Friends of Australia Caucus. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=DEB98CED-27C3-4615-9A09-898E95496CB1 | House Passes Hayes Bill to Find Missing Persons | 2022-12-15 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives voted 422-4 to pass the Help Find the Missing Act, also known as “Billy’s Law,” legislation led by Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), to support efforts to solve missing persons cases by closing the gaps in law enforcement databases through improved coordination across federal, state, local, and non-profit agencies. Each year, tens of thousands of Americans go missing – leaving loved ones to navigate a complicated system, often without answers. Unlike with missing children, federal law does not mandate law enforcement to report missing adults or unidentified bodies. The Senate companion bill, sponsored by Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), and cosponsored by Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) previously passed under unanimous consent in the Senate. Billy’s Law now heads to the desk of President Joe Biden for his signature. Billy’s Law was inspired by Janice Smolinski of Cheshire, Connecticut, after her 31-year-old son, Billy, went missing in Waterbury, Connecticut. While working with law enforcement to locate her missing son, Smolinski was met with systemic challenges. This legislation was introduced to curb those obstacles by streamlining the missing persons reporting process. “Each year, nearly half a million people go missing and tragically, many of them will never see their loved ones again. Yet over 40,000 sets of unidentified human remains are either held at coroners’ offices or disposed of after going unclaimed. Due to gaps in databases, missing persons and unidentified remains are rarely matched,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “Billy’s Law will strengthen cross communication among agency databases and provide guidance for local law enforcement agencies, medical examiners, and coroners on how to best handle missing persons cases. No family should have to face a complicated and disjointed system in order to find their loved one. This legislation will help bring home the missing and offer clo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/connecticut-delegation-nvcog-save-sound-announce-federal-funding | CONNECTICUT DELEGATION, NVCOG & SAVE THE SOUND ANNOUNCE FEDERAL FUNDING FOR REMOVAL OF KINNEYTOWN DAM | 2022-12-14 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro, Jim Himes and Jahana Hayes and U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy today announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is expected to award the Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments up to $15 million to remove the Kinneytown Dam. The recommended funding will allow NVCOG and its partners to finally achieve a longstanding environmental goal of restoring abundant fish passage from Long Island Sound up the Naugatuck River — improving the sound’s ecological diversity and fish stock. To receive the funding NVCOG must demonstrate compliance with certain program conditions. The removal will open 29 miles of river for blueback herring, American shad, and alewife, as well as 28 tributary miles for American eel. The restoration of a free-flowing Naugatuck River will also be a boon to the economies of the Naugatuck River Valley towns and allow for the natural flow of sediment to Long Island Sound to resume, which would greatly benefit Connecticut’s thriving shellfish industry. “This grant is a great win for Connecticut’s environment and a major victory for the Naugatuck Valley. All the Kinneytown Dam has done for years is prevent fish from getting up river — hampering ecological diversity and hamstringing the health of the Naugatuck River. Removing this dam means fish passage will be restored and the benefits will ripple all the way down to Long Island Sound,” Blumenthal said. “I’m thrilled that after so many years of fighting alongside our coalition of advocates and environmental groups, we delivered this major benefit to the Naugatuck Valley.” “The removal of the Kinneytown Dam is a huge win for the health of the Naugatuck River, the fish and wildlife who depend on it, and the communities whose economic growth has been stunted for years. I’m grateful to the advocates who have led the charge on this and proud that thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we can finally get rid of this blighted and harmful dam once and for all,” said Sen. Murphy.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-tenth-anniversary-sandy-hook | DeLauro Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of Sandy Hook | 2022-12-14 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement on the tenth anniversary of the Sandy Hook mass shooting in Newtown, Connecticut: “Today, we honor the families, the survivors, and the lives of the beautiful souls we lost ten years ago in Newtown. “We lost 26 students and teachers in an unspeakable tragedy on that cold December day. These were babies. Newtown parents continue to bear the weight of losing out on precious moments with their children that they will never get back. And while we mark another year without the sons and daughters we lost, we know that their spirits live on through the resilience of Newtown. “As we mark the tenth anniversary of this tragedy that forever changed our community, our state, and our country, we must honor the memory of those children we lost and families torn apart by taking action. No one should ever have to experience the devastating loss of a child or a family member to preventable gun violence. “It is the responsibility of Congress to protect Americans – we must enact more commonsense gun violence prevention laws and save lives. Inaction is unacceptable. “Each and every day, countless American communities are subjected to this carnage. We have seen 623 mass shootings this year, which have tragically resulted in 653 deaths. As a nation, we cannot afford to become desensitized to gun violence. We cannot afford to lose another life. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=DAEC25C3-8B3C-48FC-BF11-14F6380F9366 | Connecticut Delegation, NVCOG & Save The Sound Announce Federal Funding For Removal Of Kinneytown Dam | 2022-12-14 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | HARTFORD – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, and U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro, Jim Himes and Jahana Hayes today announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is expected to award the Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments up to $15 million to remove the Kinneytown Dam. The recommended funding will allow NVCOG and its partners to finally achieve a longstanding environmental goal of restoring abundant fish passage from Long Island Sound up the Naugatuck River — improving the sound’s ecological diversity and fish stock. To receive the funding NVCOG must demonstrate compliance with certain program conditions. The removal will open 29 miles of river for blueback herring, American shad, and alewife, as well as 28 tributary miles for American eel. The restoration of a free-flowing Naugatuck River will also be a boon to the economies of the Naugatuck River Valley towns and allow for the natural flow of sediment to Long Island Sound to resume, which would greatly benefit Connecticut’s thriving shellfish industry. “This grant is a great win for Connecticut’s environment and a major victory for the Naugatuck Valley. All the Kinneytown Dam has done for years is prevent fish from getting up river — hampering ecological diversity and hamstringing the health of the Naugatuck River. Removing this dam means fish passage will be restored and the benefits will ripple all the way down to Long Island Sound,” Blumenthal said. “I’m thrilled that after so many years of fighting alongside our coalition of advocates and environmental groups, we delivered this major benefit to the Naugatuck Valley.” “The removal of the Kinneytown Dam is a huge win for the health of the Naugatuck River, the fish and wildlife who depend on it, and the communities whose economic growth has been stunted for years. I’m grateful to the advocates who have led the charge on this and proud that thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we can finally get rid of this blighted and harmful dam once and for all,” said … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=F1C52CDB-3943-4F1E-8E22-FDECBD2C700C | Himes Statement on the Tenth Anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting | 2022-12-14 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | Washington, DC—Today, Congressman Jim Himes released the following statement marking ten years since the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut: “Ten years later, the loss of twenty schoolchildren and six educators in Newtown, Connecticut continues to weigh heavy on our hearts. We will never stop mourning the innocent victims, nor forget the horrific violence that robbed them of their futures. What’s more, our nation has never had a moment to catch our breath in the ongoing deluge of gun violence. “Each day, more communities are ravaged by shootings, more families are broken, and more lives are lost. This carnage does not end until we agree that enough is enough. Last summer, Congress finally took a step forward by advancing the first gun safety legislation in decades. These commonsense policies are a welcome reprieve from years of inaction on protecting the American people from the scourge of gun violence, but as we have seen in the last few months, they are insufficient to keep our communities safe. “We can and must do more. For the children and teachers of Sandy Hook Elementary, for the families of those we’ve lost, and for all those whose lives have been upended by this senseless violence, I will keep fighting.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-fitzpatrick-katie-couric-introduce-find-it-early-act-2022 | DeLauro, Fitzpatrick, Katie Couric Introduce Find It Early Act of 2022 | 2022-12-13 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), and award-winning journalist Katie Couric introduced their legislation, the Find It Early Act. This bill would ensure all health insurance plans cover screening and diagnostic mammograms and breast ultrasounds and MRIs with no cost-sharing. “It means a great deal to me to join Katie Couric, Congressman Fitzpatrick, and all of the breast cancer advocates here to talk about what we must do to detect breast cancer early and save women’s lives,” said Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro. “As we all know, when it comes to surviving cancer, early detection is key – as 99 percent of women who receive an early diagnosis survive it. That is why today I am introducing the Find It Early Act, which would mandate all insurance providers to cover additional screenings including diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds, and breast MRIs, with no cost-sharing.” “Like one in eight women, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. On June 21, 2022, -- that became my reality. I feel incredibly fortunate that I was diagnosed early, but so many women find out too late. We must strengthen breast cancer awareness, specifically for women with dense breasts like me,” said Katie Couric. “Breast cancer is treatable, and 99 percent of women who are diagnosed early survive. That is why everyone needs to get screened. The Find It Early Act is a critical step toward bettering access to these life-saving screenings. I am incredibly thankful to Congresswoman DeLauro and Congressman Fitzpatrick for joining with me in this effort to save millions of lives.” “The Find It Early Act is a step in the right direction towards preventing and eliminating breast cancer across the country,” said Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick. “I am proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation alongside Rep. DeLauro that will improve access to life saving screenings and increase the chances for early detection for all women.” “For far too long, we have made people pay hundreds to thousands of dollars to a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/following-deadly-shooting-home-health-care-worker-rep-courtney-urges | Following Deadly Shooting of Home Health Care Worker, Rep. Courtney Urges the Senate to Bring the Bipartisan Workplace Violence Prevention Bill to a Vote | 2022-12-09 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02) renewed his call for Congress to help curb rising rates of on-the-job violence taking place against health care and social service workers. Specifically, Rep. Courtney is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act (H.R. 1195/S. 4182)—a bipartisan bill introduced by Rep. Courtney, which has already been passed in the House and would take commonsense steps to ensure America’s nurses, EMTs, doctors, emergency responders, social workers, and other health care professionals are better protected while at work. The call comes following last week’s deadly shooting of Douglas Brant, a home health care worker in Spokane, Washington. Mr. Brant was murdered while on the job as a visiting nurse serving senior patients. The Workplace Violence Prevention Act has already been passed by the U.S. House of Representatives—twice. The bill was first passed by the House in 2019 with strong bipartisan support, and was passed again during the current 117th Congress with even more bipartisan support than the first time. The bill was introduced to the U.S. Senate this year on May 12 in honor of National Nurses Week, where it still awaits a vote. “It didn’t take long for the heartbreaking news out of Spokane, Washington last week to reach eastern Connecticut. Tragedies like these occur nationwide, and they send shockwaves through our nation’s health care workforce—they know better than anyone the sort of danger they face, and that it’s grown worse since 2020,” said Congressman Courtney. “I’ve been married to a nurse practitioner for over thirty years, I’ve worked alongside Connecticut’s nurses ever since I came to Congress, and we’ve pressed forward time and again to address the growing crisis of on-the-job violence facing our health care workers. Nurses didn’t join the profession to take abuse, and the best way to support them and to retain and recruit qualified health care professionals is to ensure they don't hav… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-announces-32-million-centers-disease-control-and-prevention-cdc | DeLauro Announces $32 Million Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Grant to Support Connecticut Healthcare Workforce Development | 2022-12-09 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) announced that a $32,253,484 grant has been awarded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to the Connecticut Department of Public Health to support the agency’s newly launched Office of Public Health Workforce Development Program. “Connecticut’s public health workforce is an anchor to our communities,” said Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro. “As Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, and Chair of the subcommittee that funds the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, I created this grant program to invest in our state and local public health departments, to support the existing workforce that day in and day out protects the health of our communities, and to create a pipeline for the next generation of public health workers. If there is one thing we have learned throughout the COVID-19 pandemic over the last three years, it is that our nation’s public health infrastructure is fragile, and we were not prepared to respond to public health emergencies of this magnitude. And it was not because of the workforce, but it was because of inadequate investments over many years in our public health infrastructure. I am excited to see this funding come to Connecticut. We must not continue the cycle of crisis to complacency in public health funding.” DeLauro created the Strengthening the U.S. Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, and Data Systems Grant Program as a part of the American Rescue Plan to provide a historic investment to support our nation’s critical public health infrastructure needs. This grant is the bedrock for CDC’s new public health infrastructure work to ensure that every community has the services, systems, and workforce to protect and promote health. A critical aspect of the grant funding is its flexibility so grantees, like Connecticut, can respond to their most critical needs. Goals of the Office of Public Health Workforce Development include: Working with academic leaders in existing public health programs at public and private … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-secures-historic-funding-submarine-construction-workforce-0 | Courtney Secures Historic Funding for Submarine Construction, Workforce Development, Shipyard Recapitalization, and More in Final 2023 NDAA | 2022-12-08 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | December 8, 2022 The NDAA includes Courtney’s provisions supporting the U.S. Navy, eastern CT, the AUKUS alliance, and more WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) (H.R. 7776). The House passed the 2023 NDAA in a bipartisan vote of 350-80, and it will now move on to the Senate for final consideration before being signed into law by the President. “The House of Representatives came together today for the 62nd year in a row to pass a bipartisan defense authorization for the United States. Many people wonder whether Congress can still work together to get big things done for our country—well here’s hard evidence that it can,” said Congressman Courtney. “The NDAA provides our nation with the resources we need to assure our allies, deter conflict, and protect our homeland. Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution charges Congress with the responsibility to ‘provide and maintain a Navy,’ and as Chairman of the Seapower Subcommittee, our panel’s work emphatically adhered to that mission by expanding the shipbuilding budget request from 8 to 11, making well-informed and independent decisions about the needs of our sea services and our industrial base.” The 2023 NDAA authorizes new forms of support for American servicemembers and their families, as well as continued funding for a historic amount of shipbuilding and submarine procurement and research efforts. Also included is a Courtney-authored provision to address our sealift capacity by authorizing the Maritime Administration (MARAD) to carry out the design and construction of a new build sealift program of up to 10 ships for the National Defense Reserve Fleet (NDRF) - built at US shipyards by American workers. It also includes a Courtney-authored amendment to strengthen the AUKUS defense alliance—a provision that comes directly from Rep. Courtney’s U.S.-Australia Submarine Officer Pipelin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-votes-protect-americans-right-same-sex-and-interracial | Courtney Votes to Protect American’s Right to Same-Sex and Interracial Marriage as House Passes the Respect for Marriage Act | 2022-12-08 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) voted to pass legislation in the House of Representatives that would uphold marriage equality for same-sex and interracial couples. The Respect for Marriage Act (H.R. 8404) enshrines protections guaranteed to Americans through U.S. Supreme Court decisions such as Obergefell v. Hodges and Loving v. Virginia in federal law. The bill also repeals the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act. The House originally passed the Respect for Marriage Act in July with bipartisan support. After the Senate passed an altered version of the legislation last week, the House passed it again with bipartisan support, and it will now be sent to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “After the Supreme Court’s divisive, radical decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, other long-settled Court precedents on Americans’ right to privacy were thrown into doubt, since the rationale of Dobbs striking down ‘unenumerated rights’ could easily be extended beyond reproductive choice. In passing the Respect for Marriage Act, Congress has taken action and protected same-sex and interracial couples’ right to marry under federal law,” said Rep. Courtney. “Now, any future attempt by the Court to turn the clock back decades and strip people of these fundamental rights has been preemptively thwarted by this legislation. I’m proud to help pass the Respect for Marriage Act and look forward to the President signing it into law.” In his concurring opinion to June’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, Justice Clarence Thomas explicitly called on the Supreme Court to reconsider its decisions protecting same-sex marriage and other unenumerated rights. Thomas wrote that although nothing in the Dobbs decision “should be understood to cast doubt on precedents that do not concern abortion […] in future cases, we should reconsider all of this Court’s substantive due process precedents, including Griswold, Lawrence, and Obergefell.” Extremists seized on this opinion and began an effort to st… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-courtney-gallagher-kilmer-and-moore-secure-first-ever-support | Reps. Courtney, Gallagher, Kilmer, and Moore Secure the First-Ever Support for AUKUS from the U.S. Congress in the 2023 NDAA | 2022-12-08 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Representatives Joe Courtney (CT-02), Mike Gallagher (WI-08), Derek Kilmer (WA-06), and Blake Moore (UT-01), co-chairs of the bipartisan AUKUS Working Group, voted to pass the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The 2023 NDAA was passed in the House by a vote of 350-80, and includes a robust amount of support for America’s Navy and Armed Services, as well as for our military personnel and defense industrial base. Click here to read more. This year’s defense authorization also marks a historic “first”: the 2023 NDAA includes the U.S. Congress’s first-ever provision in support of the AUKUS defense alliance. The undersea defense partnership between the U.S., the United Kingdom, and Australia is the most significant national security alliance that America has entered in generations, and the NDAA includes an amendment that will help ensure Australia’s Navy is trained and ready to pilot their nuclear-powered submarine fleet of the future. The amendment was authored by Rep. Courtney, and as Co-Chairs of the AUKUS Working Group, Courtney, Gallagher, Kilmer, and Moore worked together to ensure it was included in the 2023 NDAA. "As this year’s AUSMIN meetings conclude, I’m more bullish than ever on importance of our AUKUS undersea alliance, and on the seminal role it will play in our nations’ histories,” said Rep. Courtney. “The Indo-Pacific region has become increasingly important for the national security priorities of America and its allies, making it critical that AUKUS is implemented successfully. That’s going to require the help of Congress, and today, as the House voted to pass the NDAA, the AUKUS Working Group led the way in taking the very first step by the U.S. Congress towards making AUKUS a success. The amendment we worked to include in the 2023 NDAA will help ensure that Royal Australian Navy officers are ready to pilot these world-beating submarines expertly upon arrival. There’s still a lot more work ahead to develop the way forward for our nations to meet the near-… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-reagan-udall-foundation-report | DeLauro Statement on Reagan-Udall Foundation Report | 2022-12-08 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement in response to an evaluation produced by the Reagan-Udall Foundation which conducted a review of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) food program. “I have said for many years that food safety is a second-class citizen at the Food and Drug Administration, primarily as a consequence of agency culture. When FDA announced that the Reagan-Udall Foundation would be evaluating the food program and potential structural changes at the FDA, I cautiously welcomed the news as I did not want to maintain the status quo. After reviewing the report, I can say that I am pleased by the number of recommendations outlined by the Foundation that FDA can take to strengthen food safety at the agency. “Notably, the report calls for the appointment of a Deputy Commissioner for Foods, which I have called for since the start of the infant formula shortage. This is an action FDA could take today that would centralize food safety at the agency and ensure that one individual, who is properly credentialed, is overseeing the food program at FDA. Reagan-Udall’s evaluation also suggests the creation of a single food safety agency under the jurisdiction of the Department of Health and Human Services, which I have similarly proposed in a bill I introduced with my colleague Senator Durbin. “Here’s the bottom line: moving forward we need urgency, transparency, and engagement from FDA. I want to know that they are moving forward quickly to remedy the structural and cultural issues that have plagued the agency for far too long and harmed our food safety response. I want to know how they are moving forward in the decision-making process, what proposed recommendations in the report they intend to implement, a timeline of action, and what resources they would need to implement the structural changes. And finally, I want to know that the FDA Commissioner is depending on the advice of the food safety experts and that he is engaging in a meaningful way with stak… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-votes-protect-same-sex-interracial-marriages | DeLauro Votes to Protect Same-Sex & Interracial Marriages | 2022-12-08 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement following House passage of the Respect for Marriage Act, legislation that would protect same-sex marriages and interracial marriages under federal law. “Today’s action by Congress represents a determination to protect these civil rights that have been earned through generations of persistence,” said DeLauro. “I applaud the Congress for moving on a bipartisan basis to protect same-sex marriages and interracial marriages under federal law. I urge President Biden to waste no time in signing this critical civil rights legislation into law, so that millions can have the peace that their marriages are not in danger of being made void.” The bipartisan Respect for Marriage Act would require the federal government to recognize a marriage between two individuals if the marriage was valid in the state where it was performed. Second, the bill would guarantee that valid marriages between two individuals are given full faith and credit, regardless of the couple’s sex, race, ethnicity, or national origin. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=A8C52CD9-76AC-4B02-86F2-142192CFAE02 | House Passes National Defense Authorization Act with Himes Support | 2022-12-08 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | Washington, DC – Today, the United States House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2023. The NDAA funds defense and related programs and is one of the largest pieces of legislation that Congress passes each year. This year, the bill includes $847.3 billion in discretionary spending for our national defense. “I consider funding our national defense programs to keep this country safe to be one of our most important responsibilities as Members of Congress,” said Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04). “This legislation is a critical investment in protecting American families, as well as a commitment to ongoing innovation, a strong and diverse workforce, and the longevity of our global security.” The NDAA includes the fiscal year 2023 Intelligence Authorization Act (IAA), which was approved by the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, of which Rep. Himes is a senior member. The IAA includes provisions to enhance Congressional oversight of the intelligence community, ensure the ongoing innovation and adoption of new technologies, and protect the United States from foreign commercial spyware and other counterintelligence threats. “It is, of course, essential to keep our military strong,” said Rep. Himes, “but as global threats evolve so must our understanding of national security. The IAA invests in a wide range of intelligence programs and capabilities to ensure we keep pace with our adversaries in the coming years.” The NDAA also contains significant funds for Connecticut-based companies that employ thousands of workers. These include the purchase of: 69 F-35 aircrafts for the Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps; 27 UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters for the Army National Guard; 12 CH-53K heavy lift helicopters for the Marine Corps; 20 Combat Rescue Helicopters for the Air Force. In addition, the NDAA contains several provisions related to Ukraine, including committing $500 million to the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative and $2.1 billion to the European De… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/connecticut-and-rhode-island-congressional-delegations-seek-more | Connecticut and Rhode Island Congressional Delegations Seek More Support for Farmers Impacted by Drought in New Omnibus Bill | 2022-12-06 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — As Congress works to finalize the FY 2023 Omnibus appropriations package, Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02), Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), and the Connecticut and Rhode Island Congressional Delegations are pressing for additional funding to assist New England livestock feed producers and other farmers impacted by severe drought conditions. Today, Courtney and Murphy shared a letter they sent to House and Senate appropriators along with Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Jack Reed (D-RI) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and Reps. David Cicilline (RI-01), Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Jim Himes (CT-04), Jim Langevin (RI-02) and John B. Larson (CT-01), urging them to replenish funds for critical USDA disaster relief programs and to expand relief to cover farmers’ losses in 2022, in addition to 2021 and 2020. Click here to read the full letter. In August, the USDA announced a primary agricultural disaster designation for counties Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island due to severe drought conditions. The designation allowed many farmers and producers to access critical disaster relief loans through the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), as well as other important USDA relief programs. However, in their letter, the coalition highlighted that certain critical producers still need assistance: “We are thankful that these various [USDA] programs are available to help impacted producers in our States, but we are concerned that some producers have been left out of this assistance. Specifically, livestock forage (feed) producers are in dire need of help.” According to the FSA’s Connecticut Division and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, the drought has impacted the availability of feed and silage for agricultural producers. Some have reported losses of average hay production as high as 55%. The FSA warns that this could cause large price increases for many agricultural products this winter, and that the regional feed shortage will have ripple effects on local dairy enterprises. The coalition no… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-statement-awarding-future-long-range-assault-aircraft-contract | Courtney Statement on Awarding of Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Contract by the U.S. Army | 2022-12-06 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement in response to the U.S. Army’s announcement regarding the awarding of the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft contract: “Sikorsky has a long, proven track record of producing the most capable helicopters of any country on earth. The Blackhawk helicopter has been the workhorse platform for our military and our allies for decades. The Army’s decision to not select them for the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) contract was perplexing, to say the least,” said Rep. Courtney. “There’s a lot at stake for our servicemembers and the American taxpayer and right now, and as a member of the House Armed Services Committee I’ve closely overseen major contract decisions like this over the years—some that have been overturned on closer scrutiny. I will be working closely with Rosa DeLauro and the Connecticut delegation to press the Army to provide much more clarity on how they came to this decision as soon as possible.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-awarding-future-long-range-assault-aircraft-contract | DeLauro Statement on Awarding of Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Contract by the U.S. Army | 2022-12-06 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NEW HAVEN, CT – House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement in response to the announcement made today by the U.S. Army regarding the awarding of the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft contract: “I am disappointed that Sikorsky was not selected for the Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) Contract. Sikorsky makes the best helicopters in the world and is one of the largest employers in Connecticut. Sikorsky and their employees are the lifeblood of our community. Their defense manufacturing plays a critical role in helping the men and women of our armed services carry out their duties safely. I intend to receive briefings from the Army to better understand how and why the decision was made. I will continue to fight like hell to ensure Sikorsky, and other organizations and companies in Connecticut, receive funding opportunities that support our workers and our economy — and that ultimately preserve jobs.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-larson-courtney-applaud-dod-award-f135-modernization | DeLauro, Larson, Courtney Applaud DOD Award for F135 Modernization | 2022-12-02 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro, Reps. John B. Larson (CT-01), and Joe Courtney (CT-02) celebrated a Department of Defense announcement awarding Pratt and Whitney $114,500,000 for F135 modernization. “The F135 is the most advanced, reliable and capable fighter engine the world has ever known,” said Larson. “For the last decade, the Pratt & Whitney engine has exceeded expectations and powered the aircraft through three major air vehicle and weapons payloads upgrades. Now is the time to invest in its modernization and the good paying union jobs in Connecticut that it supports. I am proud to have worked with my colleagues from Connecticut to appropriate this money.” “Pratt & Whitney is one of the foremost leaders in advanced technology and defense manufacturing,” said DeLauro. “The recent announcement will protect good paying union jobs in Connecticut, while providing a much needed charge to our economy. Pratt & Whitney employs more than 11,000 people in East Hartford and Middletown and is a core component of our state’s economy. I was proud to fight for this investment in F135 modernization, and you have my word that I will always fight to keep these jobs in Connecticut.” “As a senior member of the Armed Services Committee, I am proud to support critical modernization investments in the F135 engine—not only because it will help us maintain a critical advantage by enabling advanced capabilities in future blocks of the aircraft, but also because it supports hundreds of rewarding careers throughout our state,” said Rep. Courtney. “Those jobs aren’t only at Pratt & Whitney. We’ve got dozens of suppliers in eastern Connecticut who support production of the F135 engine, and when employers like Pratt & Whitney put in the work to earn these sorts of major contracts it also means success for our local defense manufacturing suppliers. As the demand signal from our Armed Services for new technologies continues to grow stronger, I will remain laser-focused on ensuring that our state continu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=9D4791C5-928E-4323-9FD1-CD03BDBF7BD4 | Hayes, Dingell, Ross, Casey, Hirono Introduce Bill To Strengthen Protections Against Sexual Harassment, Discrimination In Education | 2022-12-02 | 2022 | 2022-12 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) and Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) introduced legislation to strengthen civil rights protections against harassment in schools. The Students’ Access to Freedom & Educational Rights Act (SAFER) Act would amend the burdensome standards for harassment lawsuits brought under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and create additional protections for students who experience sex-based harassment. The SAFER Act aims to repair years of damage to Title IX, including actions by the Trump Administration to strip away many protections for student sexual assault survivors and court rulings that have increased the burden on young people seeking justice even as standards for workplace sexual assault lawsuits remain less onerous. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) introduced the companion legislation in the Senate. “Fifty years ago, Title IX was enacted to protect educational opportunities for all students. Despite the significant progress made on this issue, pervasive discrimination continues to hinder learning experiences and threaten the success of students,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “Every student, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, or age, deserves to feel safe in the classroom. The SAFER Act builds upon the spirit of Title IX by establishing stronger civil rights protections so students may thrive in school free from harassment or discrimination.” “Students should be able to learn, compete, and succeed in safe and welcoming environments, but our nation’s federally funded education programs too often fail to live up to this promise. Student survivors should have access to the tools they need to seek justice, not encounter new obstacles that exacerbate the trauma, fear, and isolation they may be experiencing,” said Congresswoman Dingell. “With the SAFER Act, we can do more to protect students from the threat of harassment and ensure educational institutions better respo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:32:05Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-roybal-allard-statement-mccarthys-unfounded-call-resignation | DeLauro, Roybal-Allard Statement on McCarthy’s Unfounded Call for the Resignation of Mayorkas | 2022-11-28 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON —House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) and Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee Chair Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA-40) released the following statement on Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s call for Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to resign and threat to impeach him: “We strongly condemn the statement today by Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy calling for the resignation of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and threatening his impeachment by House Republicans in the 118th Congress. “Secretary Mayorkas has steadfastly led the Department through significant challenges over the last two years, including managing the flow of migrants across the southwest border while treating migrants fairly and humanely. At the same time, he has aggressively led the effort to combat cross-border smuggling operations and improve border security through the deployment of advanced technologies and support for the frontline workforce. He has also pushed hard to relieve Border Patrol Agents from migrant processing duties so they can spend more of their time doing what they were hired to do – patrol the border. “It is unfortunate that Republican obstructionism has for decades stood in the way of opening up legal pathways for migrants to come to the United States to take jobs that U.S. employers are unable to fill. It is simply unjust for House Republicans to blame the Secretary – and by extension the DHS workforce – for problems that are being continuously perpetuated by Republican intransigence. And it is unjust for House Republicans to once again engage in political theatrics instead of working with Democrats to address the many challenges facing the American people.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-statement-speaker-pelosis-decision-not-seek-new-term-house | Courtney Statement on Speaker Pelosi’s Decision to Not Seek New Term as House Democratic Leader | 2022-11-17 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) made the following statement after Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the first woman to ever serve as Speaker of the House, announced that she will step down from House Democratic Leadership after more than two decades. “Speaker Pelosi’s decision to step aside from the upcoming Leadership election is a moment of history that deserves our nation’s honor and respect. She made history from Day One as the first woman to serve as Speaker, and she kept making history as she guided the enactment of countless laws that will leave a gigantic imprint on American society,” said Congressman Courtney. “One of the most important was passage of the Affordable Care Act, which outlawed barriers to health care for patients with pre-existing conditions, prevented young adults from being removed from family insurance, and expanded coverage to tens of millions of Americans. That would be a lifetime achievement for most of us, but Speaker Pelosi’s work extended far beyond that one measure. Passage of Medicare prescription drug relief, a 21st Century Infrastructure law, a re-negotiated USMCA trade agreement, the post 9-11 G.I. Bill, Public Service Loan Forgiveness for student loan borrowers—these are just some of her achievements, and the list goes on and on.” “I had a chance to work with the Speaker to secure bipartisan passage of the Student Loan Certainty Act, repeal of the Cadillac Tax, and shipbuilding authorizations and budgets that have created historic economic growth in Eastern Connecticut,” Rep. Courtney continued. “I also joined the Speaker on two overseas trips to the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium, and a visit to London, Dublin and Belfast to defend the Good Friday Peace Accords. On both trips, the high regard that Speaker Pelosi was held in by world leaders was tangible from all political quarters. I am sure that all her deep experience and judgment will enrich the work of the House for the 118th Congress.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-speaker-pelosis-historic-leadership | DeLauro Statement on Speaker Pelosi’s Historic Leadership | 2022-11-17 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement in response to Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s announcement that she would be stepping down from House Democratic leadership. “Speaker Nancy Pelosi is an undeniable force, and to me, a dear friend, confidante, and ally. First, I have to say thank you, on behalf of myself, my constituents, and the whole of the nation to my friend Speaker Nancy Pelosi. For over two decades, she has led House Democrats with unmatched tenacity, judgment, and success. She made history as the first woman to serve as Speaker, but she will go down in history as the most effective Speaker to ever serve our nation – man or woman. “When I first joined the Appropriations Committee, Chairwoman Nita Lowey, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and I were referred to as the ‘DeLoSi’s’—a band of women who fought for women’s health at a time when women’s issues were on the fringe of our political discourse. She has remained a close friend and ally since that time, and I have been honored to work with her as we fought together to deliver a brighter future for women, children, and families. “This has been the core drive for Speaker Pelosi’s work in Congress. Chief among her accomplishments is her work with President Obama to expand affordable healthcare to millions under the Affordable Care Act, which has led to better health outcomes for Americans and drastically lowered our uninsured rate. “Speaker Pelosi stood strong in the fight to protect American’s civil rights. Since the start of her congressional career, she has been a fierce advocate for LGBTQ+ Americans, fighting for research, care, treatment, prevention and to secure for a cure for HIV/AIDS since the start of that epidemic, and working to repeal Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. She led House passage of the Respect for Marriage Act, legislation that would protect same-sex marriage that is expected to become law before the end of the year. She has also fought for the equal treatment of women – working with me to pass the Lilly Le… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-usda-announce-new-rule-special-supplemental-nutrition-program | DeLauro, USDA Announce New Rule for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children | 2022-11-17 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today announced with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) a new rule that would expand flexibilities under the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. “WIC reaches over 6 million mothers, infants, and children – and is a vital toll in our work to end hunger in the United States,” said DeLauro. “It is evidence and science based, and delivers life sustaining outcomes for moms and babies. The rule announced today will build on the National Strategy released at the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, and offer more choice and flexibility to program participants. I am especially proud that it extends the increases in the cash value voucher, which we established in the pandemic response bills and which I maintained through our government funding bills as Chair of the House Appropriations Committee. I thank my friend Secretary Vilsack for his work to produce this rule that will move forward our work to end hunger.” The rule proposed by USDA today would support the purchasing of healthier foods, like fruits and vegetables, by increasing the amount provided and the varieties available for purchase. Congress implemented a significant boost to the benefit provided to WIC participants for purchasing fruits and vegetables under pandemic relief packages, and Chair DeLauro has maintained these increases in her government funding bills. Other proposed changes include, but are not limited to: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-blumenthal-booker-introduce-bicameral-bill-curb-unhealthy-food | DELAURO, BLUMENTHAL & BOOKER INTRODUCE BICAMERAL BILL TO CURB UNHEALTHY FOOD & BEVERAGE MARKETING TARGETING KIDS | 2022-11-15 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) and U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced bicameral legislation to prevent the aggressive marketing of junk food and sugary beverages directed at children. In the last thirty years, obesity rates have doubled among children and tripled among adolescents. The Stop Subsidizing Childhood Obesity Act of 2022 would end the federal tax subsidy that allows companies to deduct expenses for marketing and advertising goods of poor nutritional value. The legislation would also use the revenue generated from eliminating the subsidy to provide healthy snacks for children at low-income schools through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. “American children are not meeting basic nutritional goals because of companies that aggressively market unhealthy food and sugary beverages to children,” said DeLauro. “This aggressive marketing includes the food, beverage, and restaurant companies that spend nearly $14 billion per year on marketing in the United States, with more than 80% of the advertising promoting unhealthy food choices. On top of that, they get a tax write off for these advertising practices that hurt our children’s health and earn them billions in revenue. We face dual obesity and diabetes epidemics. It is time we do our part to stop it. In tandem with the national strategy of the White House Conference on Hunger Nutrition, and Health, the Stop Subsidizing Childhood Obesity Act assists with achieving the goal to address the marketing of unhealthy foods by closing the tax loophole that companies use to advertise these products to children. Congress must act, and by doing so, we will help children make the right nutritional choices and stop letting companies off the hook for advertising that negatively impacts children’s nutritional health.” “This legislation will prevent the multi-billion dollar junk food industry from profiting off children and contributing to our nation’s obesity epidemic,” sai… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-pingree-announce-gao-report-food-safety-food-and-drug | DeLauro, Pingree Announce GAO Report on Food Safety at Food and Drug Administration | 2022-11-10 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Report identifies how food safety can be strengthened at FDA U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Chellie Pingree (ME-01) today announced that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report in response to their request that the GAO examine food contamination by chemical substances in our food. “Let me be clear - these are forever chemicals that do not break down and may have a detrimental impact on the health of Americans,” said DeLauro. “And over time, according to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Total Diet Study (TDS), these chemicals can be found in a variety of food products. We need action to address this issue because the health of the American people should always come first.” “From drinking water and soil to pre-packaged food at the grocery store, ‘forever chemical’ contamination is a growing public health concern for Mainers and people across the country,” Congresswoman Pingree said. “Alongside Congresswoman DeLauro, I pushed for this Government Accountability Office report to determine what actions are being taken at the federal level to evaluate the prevalence and risk of chemical food contamination. While Maine is leading the nation in our response to the PFAS crisis, GAO’s report and recommendations equips Congress with crucial insights into the FDA’s oversight of chemicals used in food processing and packaging so we can protect our communities nationwide against PFAS contamination.” The report entitled “FDA Oversight of Substances Used in Manufacturing, Packaging, and Transporting Food Could Be Strengthened” reviews FDA oversight of indirect food additives. It identifies how food processing and packaging can lead to contamination of food and may pose health risks. Food processing and packaging can introduce non-food substances that may pose a health risk into food. FDA reviews information on the safety of the substances used for packaging before their first use, and as new information becomes available, FDA will reevaluate its use based on the new information. Ho… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-pingree-announce-gao-report-food-safety-food-and-drug-0 | DeLauro, Pingree Announce GAO Report on Food Safety at Food and Drug Administration | 2022-11-10 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Report identifies how food safety can be strengthened at FDA U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Chellie Pingree (ME-01) today announced that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report in response to their request that the GAO examine food contamination by chemical substances in our food. “Let me be clear - these are forever chemicals that do not break down and may have a detrimental impact on the health of Americans,” said DeLauro. “And over time, according to the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Total Diet Study (TDS), these chemicals can be found in a variety of food products. We need action to address this issue because the health of the American people should always come first.” “From drinking water and soil to pre-packaged food at the grocery store, ‘forever chemical’ contamination is a growing public health concern for Mainers and people across the country,” Congresswoman Pingree said. “Alongside Congresswoman DeLauro, I pushed for this Government Accountability Office report to determine what actions are being taken at the federal level to evaluate the prevalence and risk of chemical food contamination. While Maine is leading the nation in our response to the PFAS crisis, GAO’s report and recommendations equips Congress with crucial insights into the FDA’s oversight of chemicals used in food processing and packaging so we can protect our communities nationwide against PFAS contamination.” The report entitled “FDA Oversight of Substances Used in Manufacturing, Packaging, and Transporting Food Could Be Strengthened” reviews FDA oversight of indirect food additives. It identifies how food processing and packaging can lead to contamination of food and may pose health risks. Food processing and packaging can introduce non-food substances that may pose a health risk into food. FDA reviews information on the safety of the substances used for packaging before their first use, and as new information becomes available, FDA will reevaluate its use based on the new information. Ho… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-new-haven-fire-fighter-thomas-mieles | DeLauro Statement on New Haven Fire Fighter Thomas Mieles | 2022-11-03 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement on the passing of New Haven Fire Fighter Thomas Mieles. “I am saddened by the news that Fire Fighter Thomas Mieles has died in a tragic accident. Thomas was young with so much life ahead of him, starting his firefighting career at 27 years old in January 2022. This is a big loss for our community, and I extend my condolences to Thomas’ family, loved ones, and his colleagues in the New Haven Fire Department. Thomas will be dearly missed.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/after-successfully-re-stocking-liheap-energy-assistance-program | After Successfully Re-Stocking LIHEAP Energy Assistance Program, Courtney Announces $86 Million in New Support for Connecticut Households | 2022-11-02 | 2022 | 2022-11 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Today, with winter quickly approaching, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) helped announce that the State of Connecticut will be re-supplied with $86 million through the federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help local families offset higher home heating and energy costs. These renewed resources to the popular home energy assistance program come following the recent passage of the stop-gap funding bill in Congress, which included $1 billion to re-supply LIHEAP—an effort that was led by Rep. Courtney. Of today’s total $86 million, nearly 20% ($19.5 million) comes thanks to that successful effort. “LIHEAP has come in handy for lots of households in eastern Connecticut, and with colder weather just around the corner we needed to re-fuel it so that it’s there when people need it this winter,” said Rep. Courtney. “Re-stocking the LIHEAP program was always going to be the fastest, most direct way to help people lower their energy costs this winter, and that’s why we pressed so hard for it starting earlier this fall. After helping to lead this effort in the House, and after pulling bipartisan support from across the country together for this approach, it’s great to see our work finally make it across the finish line and home to Connecticut. This is going to provide real, tangible support for people in our region this winter, and thanks to new program rules there are more households than ever that qualify. My office is ready to help anyone in eastern Connecticut who is interested in this support.” In Connecticut, federal LIHEAP funding is dispersed through the highly utilized Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), which provides homeowners with direct assistance to help lower the cost of heating and home energy use. LIHEAP eligibility has been expanded recently so that programs like CEAP can assist even more people, and making Rep. Courtney’s successful effort even more impactful. Of the $86 million in total re-supplied LIHEAP funding, $64 million comes from standard LIHEAP … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:24:37Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-joins-mayor-passero-mohawk-northeast-president-allan-heinke | Courtney Joins Mayor Passero, Mohawk Northeast President Allan Heinke, and Others to Announce New Port Infrastructure Investment Coming to New London | 2022-10-31 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | New London, CT—Today, Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02) joined New London Mayor Mike Passero, Allan Heinke (President, Mohawk Northeast), Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and others to announce a new $7 million federal Port Infrastructure Development Program grant award for the City of New London and Mohawk Northeast, Inc. The award represents a major new investment in eastern Connecticut’s local economy, and will support rapidly increasing activity in the region’s maritime sector for decades to come by helping to develop and construct a modern marine terminal that joins freight rail access to Mohawk’s deep-water wharf and adjacent manufacturing activity—a highly productive feature that current regional terminals lack. The federal Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) was first authorized by Rep. Courtney and his colleagues on the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) in 2020 under the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The program is operated by U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD), and grants are extremely competitive. Rep. Courtney’s office has been working directly with Mohawk Northeast to pursue funding for this project for three consecutive years, first in 2020 and again in 2021. After Rep. Courtney helped pass the new Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)—which provided $450 million for the PIDP program in 2022—his office worked with Mohawk to pursue the grant award for a third time this year, and were successful. “This Port Infrastructure grant award is the result of consistent bipartisan work, and it’s a huge win for continued economic success and job growth in our region,” said Rep. Courtney. “We’re seeing a ton of exciting activity in eastern Connecticut, and none of it’s happening by accident—in fact, when it comes to today’s grant award, my colleagues and I on the House Armed Services Committee helped originate the Port Infrastructure Development Program back in 2020 specifically for use-cases like this in New London. Too many of America’s ports have been neglected for too long, a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-courtney-and-first-selectman-hanson-highlight-upcoming-repairs | Rep. Courtney and First Selectman Hanson Highlight Upcoming Repairs to the Forge Hill Road Bridge, Funded by the IIJA | 2022-10-28 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) and First Selectman Tracey Hanson (Voluntown) met up to highlight the announcement of a long-awaited local infrastructure project: repairs and upgrades to the 101-year-old Fort Hill Road Bridge in Voluntown. The bridge was recently slated for repair work thanks to newly increased infrastructure funding for Connecticut under the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The Forge Hill Road Bridge is currently considered a “non-conforming” bridge by the CT Department of Transportation (DOT), putting it at risk for total closure. Although the repair project has long been on the CT DOT’s “to-do” list, a lack of funding at the state and local levels has kept the project from moving forward—until now. Rep. Courtney voted to pass the IIJA in November 2021, and it’s supplying the State of Connecticut with increased infrastructure funding over the next 4 years to help complete a wide range of projects—including more than $112 million for bridge repair in 2022. With IIJA funding now in place, work on the Forge Hill Road Bridge is expected to begin in 2024. The total estimated cost of the project is approximately $2.6 million, with federal IIJA funding covering 80% of the total cost, and state funding covering the remaining 20%. “The Forge Hill Bridge might look small, but the cost of replacing it was a large burden for our small town,” said First Selectman Tracey Hanson. “The 80% federal, and 20% state funding we are receiving relieves our residents of a tax burden that could have been felt for years.” “I voted to pass the new Infrastructure Law last November, and over the course of 2022 we’ve seen work in eastern Connecticut getting seriously dialed-up,” said Rep. Courtney. “Some are big, high-profile projects like the Gold Star Bridge in Groton-New London, or the Swing Bridge in East Haddam, but for small towns like Voluntown, repairs to the ‘non-conforming’ 100-year-old Forge Hill Bridge are the sort of long-term investments that really pay dividends … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-holds-press-conference-breast-cancer-awareness-highlighting | DeLauro Holds Press Conference on Breast Cancer Awareness, Highlighting Find It Early Act at the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness in Derby | 2022-10-24 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro held a press conference with breast cancer awareness advocates and medical professionals at Griffin Health in Derby to highlight the timeline she secured for nationwide reporting standard in the Breast Density and Mammography Reporting Act and her soon-to-be introduced Find It Early Act. Earlier this month, DeLauro asked the FDA to provide an update within the week on the status of the development of the breast density notification rule. The FDA’s response arrived shortly after, acknowledging that the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) final rule would publish before the end of the 2022 calendar year or early 2023. “It means a great deal to me to join Griffin Health and all of the breast cancer advocates here at the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness to talk about what we must do to detect breast cancer early and save women’s lives,” said Chair DeLauro. “I introduced the Breast Density and Mammography Reporting Act, based on Connecticut’s law, requiring the information women and their health care providers receive after a mammogram includes a patient’s relative breast density and the need for additional screenings to find breast cancer. As we all know, when it comes to surviving cancer, early detection is key – as 99 percent of women who receive an early diagnosis survive it. Let me be clear: women’s lives are at stake. That is why I will be introducing the Find It Early Act that would mandate all insurance coverage to cover screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasounds, and breast MRIs, with no cost-sharing.” “We’re proud to support greater access to leading technology, heightened awareness of the importance of early screening, and increased insurance coverage for important diagnostic tests, including mammograms, breast ultrasounds, and breast MRIs, as access to these technologies has had a positive impact on reducing breast cancer rates. The Valley had one of the highest breast cancer rates in the nation, and thanks to an evolution over past 20 years, th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=C250797B-F14D-4815-A5E0-008F8C7F4938 | Speaker Pelosi Appoints Congresswoman Hayes to National Historical Publications And Records Commission | 2022-10-24 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Speaker Nancy Pelosi has appointed Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) to serve as representative of the House on the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC), a panel charged with promoting American democracy by supporting the preservation of the most treasured historical documents. “I am honored to be designated by Speaker Pelosi as the representative of the House on the National Historical Publications and Records Commission. For fifteen years, I helped deepen my students' understanding of the most consequential moments of our nation's history through a wealth of primary source documents,” said Congresswoman Hayes. "In many ways this appointment continues the work I began in the classroom of preserving and promoting our democracy. I am grateful for the confidence and support of Speaker Pelosi and look forward to working with the Commission in preserving our nation’s history for generations to come.” “As Speaker, I am proud to appoint Congresswoman Jahana Hayes to serve as the House’s voice on the National Historical Publications and Records Commission,” Speaker Pelosi said. “Always a history teacher at heart, Congresswoman Hayes knows firsthand the importance of telling the entirety of America’s story and passing the lessons of our past onto the next generation. For nearly nine decades, the NHPRC has advanced that mission – helping preserve the stories of those who came before us so that we might forge an ever-brighter future for our children. Congresswoman Hayes will bring invaluable insight and deep-seated passion to the NHPRC’s vital work: inspiring our future leaders and strengthening the fabric of our democracy.” The NHPRC is a statutory body affiliated with the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), established by Congress in 1934 to promote understanding of American’s democracy, history, and culture through preservation of its documentary heritage. The 15-member Commission is chaired by the Archivist of the United States and is composed of representati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=3F38F854-2E87-451C-8BF1-5074BA55FDDF | Himes Leads Bipartisan Delegation to Ukraine | 2022-10-23 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | WASHINGTON, DC— Congressman Jim Himes (D-CT) yesterday returned from leading a bipartisan delegation of House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Members and staff to the country of Ukraine. He was joined by Ranking Member Mike Turner (R-OH) and Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA). The delegation began in Warsaw, where they received military and defense briefings from Embassy officials. They then travelled to Rzeszow and Kyiv to talk with soldiers, including those from Connecticut, consult with local diplomats and officials on the impact of the War, and meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ukrainian leaders. “The Ukrainian people did not intend to be heroes, but were peaceful citizens who answered the call to arms and rose up in defense of themselves, their neighbors, and their nation,” said Rep. Himes. “I was deeply honored to meet with some of these brave soldiers, and with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy: a beacon of resilience against Putin’s violent onslaught. We were able to discuss the full effect of the invasion, the necessity of global support, and the path forward towards Ukrainian victory. “The United States will always be on the side of democracy, and this bipartisan delegation represents our unwavering commitment to helping the Ukrainian people win this fight. Congress must continue to provide the military assistance necessary to defend against Russian oppression, not only to protect our strategic ally but to further our global security interests.” For more information, contact Nora Kohli at Nora.Kohli@mail.house.gov ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-abbott-formula-recall | DeLauro Statement on Abbott Formula Recall | 2022-10-20 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement in response to news that Abbott Nutrition had initiated recalls on its Similac formula manufactured at a facility in Columbus, OH. "We face a serious problem in this country. How is it that one company, that controls 43 percent of the market, is able to have several product recalls on infant formula within the same year? Infant formula should be the safest product on the market, and facilities that manufacture it should meet the highest standards of safety. "And, again, Abbott skirts responsibility and downplays the situation by saying, ‘This recall equates to less than one day's worth of the total number of ounces of infant formula fed in the U.S. and is not expected to impact the overall U.S. infant formula supply.' Let me be clear—every feeding and every day is worth a lot to families who are trying to feed their babies with safe formula. "Abbott has repeatedly failed to meet even the most basic food safety standards, resulting in product recall after product recall of a life sustaining product that families desperately need. This must change. As I have said before, I will be introducing legislation before the end of the year that supports small, domestic businesses that manufacture infant formula so they can compete with giants like Abbott. "Here's the bottom line – we cannot choose between safety and supply. I am fighting like hell to get our shelves restocked with infant formula, but it must be safe, and it must be reliable. I will not stand for lax safety practices that lead to the selling of a contaminated product, recalls, and subsequent shortages. Enough is enough." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:34:28Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-secures-timeline-fda-rollout-breast-density-notification-rule | DeLauro Secures Timeline from FDA on Rollout of Breast Density Notification Rule | 2022-10-17 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today announced that she secured a timeline from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the rollout of their new breast density notification rule, which would require providers to notify women if they have dense breasts and on the need for additional screenings to find breast cancer. "After three years, I am pleased that the FDA has finally communicated that they believe they will be able to roll out a rule requiring providers to notify women of whether they have dense breasts, what this means for their risk of breast cancer, and the importance of speaking with a health care provider about breast density," said Chair DeLauro. "40 percent of women over 40 have dense breasts, and their risk of breast cancer is much higher. When it comes to surviving cancer, early detection is key, as 99 percent of women who receive an early diagnosis survive it. I was proud to help enact the Breast Density and Mammography Reporting Act, which required FDA to develop this policy. Let me be clear: women's lives are at stake. I urge the FDA to move swiftly to release the final rule before the end of the year." Last week, DeLauro asked the FDA to provide an update within the week on the status of the development of the breast density notification rule. The FDA's response arrived shortly after, acknowledging that the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) final rule would publish before the end of the 2022 calendar year or early 2023. As the lead Democrat on the Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee, DeLauro fought for the inclusion of the Breast Density Mammography Act in the 2019 funding bill to require FDA to develop this rule. This legislation was signed into law on February 15, 2019. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-applauds-usda-proposal-reduce-salmonella-illnesses-poultry | DeLauro Applauds USDA Proposal to Reduce Salmonella Illnesses from Poultry | 2022-10-14 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement applauding a new proposal announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reduce salmonella illnesses resulting from the consumption of poultry. "I applaud the USDA, under the leadership of Secretary Tom Vilsack, for taking this action to keep contaminated foods off the market," said Chair DeLauro. "Every year, over one million Americans are made sick because of salmonella contamination and one fifth of those cases stem from chicken or turkey. It is time to ensure food manufacturers are held to the highest standard. With this proposal, poultry processing plants would be required to test poultry for salmonella before slaughter. Requiring interventions and pathogen control throughout the slaughter and processing of poultry and preventing contaminated product from eventually reaching the market is a no brainer. I am pleased the USDA is taking this step to strengthen food safety standards at poultry processing plants, and I hope the USDA works quickly to adopt these new measures to protect the safety and health of the public." Under the new proposal from USDA, poultry processing plants would be required to test incoming flocks for salmonella before slaughter and document the salmonella levels before entering an establishment. The requirement will incentivize plants to implement preharvest interventions and other measures to reduce the salmonella load in the final poultry product. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC),Salmonella bacteria cause about 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the United States every year. Salmonella is widespread in chicken in part because of the often crowded and unsanitary conditions in which they are raised. A Consumer Reports investigation found almost one-third of ground chicken samples tested contained salmonella. DeLauro has introduced legislation in the past, such as the Pathogen Reduction and Testing Reform Act, that would strengthen t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=E1DB3530-B189-4FD2-A732-5F1073606CDA | Hayes Warns About Social Security Scammers | 2022-10-14 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WATERBURY – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) released the following statement after the Social Security Administration announced beneficiaries will receive an 8.7% increase in benefits in 2023. “Yesterday, the Social Security Administration announced benefits will increase by 8.7% in 2023. That means more than 65 million seniors will see an additional $140 per month in their Social Security check. This is welcome news and will have a tremendous impact on my constituents in Connecticut,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “Unfortunately, this announcement has also presented an opportunity for scammers and bad actors who try to take advantage of seniors. My office has already begun to hear from constituents about these fraudulent calls. The Social Security Administration will not contact beneficiaries about this announcement by phone and will never ask for a Social Security number or bank account information as a means of verification. The Social Security Administration will send notice about this increase to beneficiaries by mail. You may also access information about benefits through your “my Social Security” account online at www.ssa.gov/myaccount. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-unveils-prescription-drug-savings-report-connecticut-s-third | DeLauro Unveils Prescription Drug Savings Report for Connecticut’s Third Congressional District | 2022-10-13 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Data highlights how the Inflation Reduction Act will lower cost of prescription drugs in CT-03 Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a report prepared by the Democratic staff of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform highlighting how the Inflation Reduction Act will help seniors better afford the cost of prescription drugs. She unveiled the report at Tower Lane in New Haven on Wednesday, October 12. "American seniors are living paycheck to paycheck – grappling with rising food, energy, and housing costs that are impacting working- and middle-class Americans everywhere," said Chair DeLauro. "Our seniors, many of whom are on a fixed income, are feeling the economic pinch caused by inflation right now. That is why I am committed to finding solutions in Congress to support our seniors. In fact, the recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act will take historic steps to lower prescription drug and health care costs by finally allowing Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices, capping the price of insulin at $35 a month, and setting a $2,000 annual out-of-pocket cap for prescription drug costs. This will lower prescription drug costs for tens of thousands of seniors, and I promise I will always fight to enact policies that bring down costs for hardworking seniors and families." "The Towers thanks Congresswoman DeLauro. We were so appreciative for the time and discussion about the Inflation Reduction Act. Our residents were grateful for the Congresswoman's time and were thankful to have a robust discussion surrounding the issues that matter most to our seniors." – Gustave Keach-Longo, President and CEO of the Towers at Tower Lane. "We appreciate the work that Congresswoman DeLauro has done on the Inflation Reduction Act. Expanding insurance coverage and lowering prescription drug costs are critical for older adults who on fixed incomes. Decisions to pay for rent or food rather than life-sustaining prescriptions should not be routine for older adults." – Me… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-visits-true-care-pharmacy-and-receives-flu-vaccine-new-haven | DeLauro Visits True-Care Pharmacy and Receives Flu Vaccine in New Haven | 2022-10-12 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NEW HAVEN, CT – House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro visited True-Care Pharmacy to receive her flu vaccination in New Haven. True-Care Pharmacy is a locally-owned community pharmacy dedicated to providing outstanding customer service at an affordable price. "Local pharmacies provide convenience, ease of access, and personalized care to the communities they serve – especially here in New Haven," said Chair DeLauro. "I am thankful to the True-Care Pharmacy staff for providing me with my flu vaccine – I encourage everyone to receive one this fall to keep you and your loved ones safe. True-Care Pharmacy is a locally owned pharmacy here on Whalley Avenue that provides a range of services including free prescription delivery, COVID-19 boosters, blood pressure testing, and more. True-Care knows this community intimately and wants to do everything they can to provide personalized service to our seniors and the vulnerable. Health care costs are on the rise, and I am working to ensure local pharmacies, and the communities they serve, have the supports they need to thrive. I was proud to vote for the Inflation Reduction Act that is lowering prescription drug costs and health care premiums for Connecticut's seniors and working families." "True-Care Pharmacy is at the forefront of delivering personalized services to keep the community healthy. We provide free in-home consultation, immunizations, and on-time medications. Join us today to experience the ‘True-Care' you deserve," said True-Care Pharmacy Manager Victor Fok. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-officer-involved-shooting-new-haven | DeLauro Statement on Officer Involved Shooting in New Haven | 2022-10-07 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today issued a statement in response to an officer involved shooting in New Haven late last night. "I want to first thank Officer Chad Curry for his bravery and outstanding public service. Every day our officers put their lives on the line, responding to emergencies throughout our communities without knowing what they might be walking into. That is exactly what happened to Officer Curry last night. I am relieved that he suffered no life-threatening injuries and has been released from the hospital, and I applaud New Haven and Hartford police departments for successfully apprehending the suspected shooter this afternoon. Throughout the nation, crime is on the rise, and our brave police officers stand on the frontline. I promise I will always stand by brave officers like Officer Curry, who keep our communities safe and secure." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-welcomes-us-navy-contract-electric-boat-lead-yard-services | Courtney Welcomes U.S. Navy Contract to Electric Boat for Lead Yard Services on Virginia-Class Program | 2022-10-04 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee on Seapower and Projection Forces, welcomed a new U.S. Navy contract awarded to General Dynamics Electric Boat (EB) for Lead Yard Support, Development Studies, and Design Efforts related the Virginia-class submarines. In light of Chairman Courtney’s efforts to grow the Virginia-class program—including his work to institute the two-per-year construction cadence, and to save the second sub from elimination in 2020—this contract represents additional investment on top of a previously awarded contract in 2019, and allows Electric Boat to continue services as the lead yard on research and development efforts to maintain development efforts on Virginia-class submarines. The contract award is valued at $532,921,125, with modification options to bring the cumulative value to $813,720,300. Click here to read more. “Success takes persistent effort, and it doesn’t happen overnight—that’s true in any industry, and it’s certainly the case when it comes to the booming growth at the shipyard in Groton, and in our skilled manufacturing sectors,” said Chairman Courtney. “This U.S. Navy contract award is a direct result of all the growth and success eastern Connecticut’s shipbuilding and manufacturing sectors have been seeing lately. We’ve kept Virginia-class submarine construction going strong, even staving off an attempt to eliminate an entire sub back in 2020, we’ve kept our skilled manufacturing workforce growing at an impressive pace, and this recent award represents an additional investment on top of a contract the Navy previously awarded in 2019 to support submarine design and construction in Groton. Years of bipartisan work on the Seapower Subcommittee and an immense amount of grassroots effort to grow eastern Connecticut’s workforce training pipelines are paying dividends for our region, and I’m excited to keep it going as we complete the FY 2023 NDAA.” The Seapower Subcommittee has jurisdiction over all U.S. Navy shipb… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=C94C66DE-8703-401F-A762-2335A818B199 | Hayes to Host Vice President Harris in Fifth District | 2022-10-03 | 2022 | 2022-10 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WATERBURY – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) released the following statement ahead of hosting Vice President Kamala Harris at Central Connecticut State University on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. While in New Britain, Vice President Harris and Congresswoman Hayes will be joined by Alexis McGill Johnson, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, for a moderated conversation. “It is an honor to host Vice President Kamala Harris in the Fifth District. I have worked closely with Vice President Harris during her time in the Senate on various legislative issues, and she continues to be a strong partner in the Administration. The upcoming visit will highlight federal action being taken to defend access to reproductive care. During a time when the rights of women are being threatened, having the full support of the Biden-Harris Administration is critical in paving a way forward where every woman has the freedom to make her own healthcare decisions,” said Congresswoman Hayes. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:20:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtneys-effort-re-fuel-liheap-energy-assistance-program-will-be | Courtney’s Effort to Re-Fuel LIHEAP Energy Assistance Program will be Signed Into Law as Part of Stop-Gap Funding Bill | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) voted to pass H.R. 6833, the Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act (CR). The bill provides stop-gap funding that will avoid a government shutdown, and will keep federal programs operating through December 16, 2022 as Congress works to finalize the FY 2023 budget. In addition, the CR includes funding for several other key priorities, like relief funding for Florida, Puerto Rico, and other communities hit by disaster; resources to respond to the water crisis in Jackson, Mississippi; and new support to power the fight for freedom in Ukraine. The final CR also includes funding for an effort that was led by Rep. Courtney: $1 billion to resupply the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) as colder months are on the horizon. Federal LIHEAP funding is fueling the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), which provides homeowners with direct assistance to help lower the cost of heating and home energy use. LIHEAP eligibility has been expanded recently so that programs like CEAP can assist even more people, and this stop-gap funding will help ensure that support is there when people need it. The House passed the CR in a vote of 230-201, and now the bill will be signed into law. “As colder months are on the horizon and with energy costs still too high for some families, passage of this stop-gap budget resolution was particularly important,” said Rep. Courtney. “It was clear from talking with people in eastern Connecticut that Congress needed to refuel the LIHEAP program, which is providing direct support right now to help lower home heating and energy costs. With the fiscal year ending tonight and a final 2023 budget still being finalized, we needed to make sure that support to lower home energy costs will still be there when people need it this winter. After leading this effort in the House, and after pulling together bipartisan support from across the country, it’s great to see our work make it across the finish lin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/new-forecast-shows-how-federal-funding-fueling-growth-ewib-and-powering | New Forecast Shows How Federal Funding is Fueling Growth at EWIB and Powering Eastern CT’s Manufacturing Workforce | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT—Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) shared new information that shows how funding authorized by Congress is fueling growth in eastern Connecticut’s skilled manufacturing workforce through the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board’s (EWIB) Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative (MPI). Rep. Courtney helped kick-start the MPI with its first federal funding in 2015, and since then the program has gone on to receive national recognition while placing over 2,700 graduates into high-skill, high-pay careers. Now, with so much new work opportunity at hand and on the horizon through increased submarine construction, new infrastructure projects, and more, Courtney has helped authorize new funding to help EWIB meet the booming level of demand for skills training. According to financial forecasts released by EWIB for 2023, the workforce investment board is forecasting a total budget of $30.9 million in funding, nearly 60% of which is allocated to expand the MPI program and train more workers in eastern CT and across the state. Of that total $30.9 million, more than 70% is federal funding authorized by Rep. Courtney and the U.S. Congress, and $15.3 million of it comes directly from the American Rescue Plan Act. “The MPI and the success of it has been a true testament to what can be done when you blend federal, state, and private dollars together to change the landscape of the workforce in our region. It all started with a federal grant supported by Congressman Courtney, and now the program continues to garner his support some seven years later. We are proud to have him as a partner on these initiatives and look forward to seeing these programs continue to expand,” stated Christopher Jewell, EWIB Chair. “When you look at where we started, it’s pretty incredible to see how much success our workforce and manufacturing sector have had over the past few years,” said Rep. Courtney. “The MPI began in 2015 with a $5 million grant my office helped secure—fast forward to 2022, where the MPI has placed over 2,700 people int… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-leads-bipartisan-women-s-caucus-highlighting-ovarian-cancer | DeLauro Leads Bipartisan Women’s Caucus in Highlighting Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | PHOTO HERE Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) yesterday led her colleagues in the Bipartisan Women's Caucus in highlighting September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. "The fight against ovarian cancer is very personal to me," said Chair DeLauro. "I am a more than 30 year survivor of ovarian cancer. My cancer was detected in its earliest stages during an unrelated doctors visit. I consider myself lucky that it was caught and treated early, but so many women are not as fortunate. We must do all we can to raise awareness and increase early detection, which is why I was proud to lead my colleagues in the House Bipartisan Women's Caucus to raise awareness for the risks of this disease." September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This year, nearly 20,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Hard to detect and frequently discovered in advanced stages, this disease is often deadly for many women. Structural barriers inhibit access to quality and affordable health care, and documented disparities in treatment can lead to higher mortality rates for Black women and elderly women in particular. "As Chair of the Appropriations Committee, I am fighting for strong investments in medical research to combat ovarian cancer and programs that raise awareness of ovarian cancer amongst patients and health providers," continued DeLauro. "Moreover, I am fighting to enact policies like paid family and medical leave so that women who must seek treatment are not also forced out of the workplace to do so. There is a powerful role Congress can play in this fight, and I'm proud to have strong partners in this effort in the House." A 36-year ovarian cancer survivor, Congresswoman DeLauro is the sponsor of Johanna's Law Reauthorization that passed the House in November 2021, as a part of the PREVENT HPV Cancers Act. As Chair of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee, DeLauro has ensured continued funding for Johanna's L… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-lee-introduce-diaper-bank-awareness-week-resolution-0 | DeLauro, Lee Introduce Diaper Bank Awareness Week Resolution | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Co-Chair of the Majority Leader Task Force on Poverty and Opportunity Barbara Lee (CA-13) today introduced a resolution hailing the week of September 26th as National Diaper Need Awareness Week. "One in three families do not have enough diapers to keep their children clean, dry, and healthy," said Chair DeLauro. "In one of the richest countries on earth, that is totally unacceptable. I am thrilled to join with my friend and colleague Congresswoman Barbara Lee to express our gratitude for local banks and distribution programs and encourage Americans to continue to donate generously to support their local diaper bank and children who are in need." "One in three families cannot afford diapers, and nearly half of families have opted to delay changing their child's diaper to extend their supply," said Congresswoman Lee. "We must do more to ensure that millions of families throughout our country have access to necessities for their children. I am proud to introduce this bill with my colleague Congresswoman DeLauro to ensure that families have the resources and support they need." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-food-and-drug-administration-decision-extend | DeLauro Statement on Food and Drug Administration Decision to Extend Enforcement Discretion of Foreign Infant Formula Products | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement in response to an announcement from the Food and Drug Administration decision to extend enforcement discretion until January 6 and create a pathway for foreign manufacturers to continue marketing in the U.S. permanently. "Let me be clear, I understand the need to boost our supply of infant formula very well. For months, Americans across the nation have sent me photos of the shelves at their local grocery stores, and the images show that the shortage persists in many areas in the country. "I am fighting to get safe infant formula back on the shelves – period. However, I am focused on supporting domestic small businesses and U.S. manufacturers to boost the domestic supply and development of safe infant formula – building a resilient market here in the United States and not relying on foreign manufacturers who have not been cleared through the extensive and critical pre-market approval safety process. That is why I will soon introduce legislation to increase competition in the U.S. infant formula market and give domestic infant formula manufacturers and small businesses the tools they need to boost supply and compete with giant corporations. "I encourage the Food and Drug Administration to join with me in doing its part to support U.S. manufacturers of infant formula." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-legal-challenge-against-connecticut-s-assault-0 | DeLauro Statement on Legal Challenge Against Connecticut’s Assault Weapons Ban | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro today released a statement in response to a federal lawsuit filed by the Connecticut Citizens Defense League seeking to repeal the assault weapons ban in Connecticut. "Mass shootings are becoming far too familiar in the United States, and assault rifles are often the weapon of choice. We want our communities to be safer – free of criminals and the threat of gun violence. To move us closer to that goal, Connecticut implemented a ban on assault weapons. Now, it faces a legal challenge that would make our communities less safe and allow for the sale of weapons of war in our state. That is unacceptable. "We need a federal ban on assault weapons – period. Until then, we must raise the age to purchase one of these weapons from 18 to 21. We cannot allow mass shootings to be commonplace. "I am confident that Attorney General William Tong will deter this challenge that threatens the safety of our communities." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=162E5921-3093-4414-8B16-C719D176C700 | House Intelligence Committee Members Call for Action On Foreign Commercial Spyware Risks to Americans | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04), along with a bipartisan group of 14 colleagues on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, sent a letter to Secretary of State Blinken and Secretary of Commerce Raimondo urging them to take critical steps to address the growing national security threat to U.S. citizens and residents posed by foreign commercial spyware. “We are deeply concerned by the unethical uses of this technology, particularly when it targets U.S. citizens and residents,” the letter read. “As part of our continuing oversight, we request that you provide specific details as to the steps the State and Commerce Departments are taking not only to protect U.S. citizens and residents, but also to hold accountable companies that proliferate this malicious weapon and foreign governments that are misusing it.” The letter acknowledged that these departments have made efforts to mitigate the damage, such as adding some adversarial spyware companies to the Commerce Department’s Entity List, but emphasized the need for increased action to protect U.S. citizens and residents from becoming targets of this technology. “We recognize that spyware is not going away; it will almost inevitably evolve and become more readily available, cheaper, and more widely used,” the letter continued. “We are gravely concerned that this technology will become accessible to non-state actors, such as terrorist groups, criminal cartels, or paramilitary groups and militias. A whole of government response is necessary to combat this rapidly emerging threat to the privacy of everyday Americans. We encourage you to apply pressure, particularly on those foreign governments that are recipients of U.S. assistance and continue to abuse this technology or use it to target U.S. citizens and residents.” This letter follows both an open committee hearing on foreign commercial technology and the inclusion of multiple bipartisan provisions in the Fiscal Year 2023 Intelligence Authorization Act, which the committee approved unanim… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=45B18DCA-5539-4316-B0BF-52085C6E8D14 | Himes Statement on Illegitimate Annexation of Ukrainian Territory | 2022-09-30 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04), released the following statement on Putin’s announcement that Russia will annex the Ukrainian territories of Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson, and Zaporizhzhia following the recent illegitimate and unlawful referendums. “The United States has made clear: we will not tolerate the illegal seizure of Ukrainian land by Vladimir Putin. The sham referenda overseen and enforced by Moscow officials do not represent the will of the people and serve only to further his violent authoritarian regime. “I strongly support the additional sanctions imposed today by President Biden, and am committed to working with my colleagues in Congress to provide the necessary additional funding for Ukraine’s defensive efforts. But we must go further to ensure this behavior is penalized at a global scale. The United States should cut off military and economic aid to any country that recognizes the falsely annexed territories as part of Russia. “I encourage the international community to join the United States in rejection of Putin's claims of Ukrainian sovereign territory, so that he is held fully accountable for his continued violation of international law.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-and-pascrell-statement-senate-banking-committee-urging-action | DeLauro and Pascrell Statement to Senate Banking Committee Urging Action on Outbound Investment | 2022-09-29 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | DeLauro and Pascrell, leaders of outbound investment legislation, urge Senate Banking Committee support for bipartisan and bicameral action that will safeguard national security, protect supply chains Today, Representatives Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT-03) and Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) submitted a statement for the record in support of their legislation, the National Critical Capabilities Defense Act (NCCDA) ahead of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Chair Sherrod Brown's (D-OH) hearing "Examining Outbound Investment". In a July hearing before this committee, Chair Brown committed to working with colleagues to address the issue of outbound investment in a vehicle separate from the CHIPS package, which has now been signed into law. "We cannot be weak-kneed when it comes to standing up to our adversaries, starting with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. We must take all necessary steps to protect the United States supply chain and our national security from foreign adversaries," the lawmakers wrote. "While we are encouraged by support from the Biden Administration on this issue and have encouraged executive action, we continue to believe that statutory provisions, like the NCCDA, are essential to safeguard our Nation's critical capabilities, national security, and American workers." The National Critical Capabilities Defense Act would establish an interagency outbound investment review committee in order to better understand the vulnerabilities created in U.S. supply chains as private industries continue to offshore critical capabilities to the People's Republic of China (PRC), the Russian Federation and other foreign adversaries. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=75CFF7CE-3AE5-4B23-86DD-FCE6D292F571 | House Passes Student Mental Health Package Which Includes Hayes Bill | 2022-09-29 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WATCH: Congresswoman Hayes Floor Remarks WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) voted for the Mental Health Matters Act to provide school-based support to address the alarming mental health crisis plaguing the nation. The comprehensive package aims to support the behavioral health of children and school staff, strengthen school-based behavioral health, and ensure access to mental health and substance use disorder for the school community. The Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act, led by Congresswoman Hayes, to bolster trauma support services and school based mental health care was included in the final text. The bill authorizes grant opportunities to improve the way schools address the complex needs of students coping with the devastating impact of COVID-19 and other adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) such as parental addiction, abuse, and witnessing violence. “The mental health crisis in this country, particularly for young people has reached a tipping point. In 2020, three million teenagers reported having serious thoughts of suicide as their routines were disrupted, their families suffered, and they faced uncertain futures.” said Congresswoman Hayes. “Together, the Mental Health Matters Act and my Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act provides resources and support for students, educators, and school staff to heal and recover safely.” The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of students are not yet completely understood, yet they are expected to have long-term consequences for social and emotional well-being. Additionally, the surging opioid crisis has affected more than two million children and adolescents in the United States, tearing apart many families across Connecticut’s Fifth District. The Supporting Trauma-Informed Education Practices Act would: Develop or improve prevention, screening, referral, treatment, and support services to students; Implement schoolwide positive behavioral interventions and supports or other trauma-informed mo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-white-house-conference-hunger-nutrition-and-health | DeLauro Statement on White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health & National Strategy on Hunger | 2022-09-28 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | For video of Rep. DeLauro's panel remarks at the conference, click here For video of President Joe Biden on the Child Tax Credit, click here Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement in response to the Biden Administration's Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health and their recently announced National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, which is being released in tandem with the conference. "First, I want to applaud the President and my colleagues House Rules Chair Jim McGovern, Senate HELP and LHHS Appropriations Subcommittee Chair Patty Murray, Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow, Senator Cory Booker, and House LHHS Subcommittee Ranking Member Tom Cole for their work to secure funding for this conference in the FY22 federal spending package. For the first time in 50 years, we are gathering to discuss the important business of ending hunger. I am pleased that in tandem with the conference, the Biden administration has released a National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. "Now, the question following the conference is where do we go from here? I believe we need to advance a number of policies, including extending the WIC eligibility for children until their sixth birthday or first day of kindergarten and expand WIC so that benefits do not lapse; raise the SNAP minimum benefit to at least $30 and expand D-SNAP for the territories; expand free school meals to every child; support local food systems; improve front of package labeling; and expand Food is Medicine opportunities. "However, the policy I believe would be most effective in meeting the moment is the expanded, improved, and monthly Child Tax Credit that I helped secure in the American Rescue Plan. I am glad to see the White House call for making the expanded and improved Child Tax Credit permanent. These Child Tax Credit payments drove the largest decrease in the child poverty rate in history. Moreover, these monthly payments strongly reduced food insufficiency, leadin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=1CC2BA93-3F36-47E9-878F-7CD08C954C63 | Chairwoman Hayes to Attend First White House Conference on Hunger in Over 50 Years | 2022-09-28 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Chairwoman of the Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations Subcommittee on the House of Agriculture Committee, will join President Joe Biden, government leaders, and community partners for the first White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health in fifty three years to accelerate food security programs and drive transformative change to end hunger in the United States. The conference will focus on initiatives to end hunger, improve nutrition and physical activity, and close the disparities surrounding them. Chairwoman Hayes led the effort in calling for and securing $2.5 million to fund the conference. Further, seven pieces of legislation authored by Chairwoman Hayes are included in the Biden-Harris Administration National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health which will serve as the playbook to end hunger. “In 1969, the first White House Conference on Food, Nutrition, and Health helped galvanize and expand critical life-sustaining programs, including school lunches and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Today, over fifty years later, leaders from across the nation are gathered to strategize once again to end hunger,” said Chairwoman Hayes. “Food insecurity persists due to outdated benefit levels, food deserts, underfunding, barriers between communities and local agricultural producers, and lack of outreach or nutrition education. I am thrilled to see my legislation incorporated into the Biden-Harris national strategy. This conference will bring critical insight into how we can build upon these policies and directly target the root causes of hunger and food insecurity. I sincerely thank President Biden and Chairman Jim McGovern for their partnership in making the White House Conference on Hunger a reality. I look forward to continuing this work to keep our communities healthy, fed, and safe.” The Hayes bills incorporated into the Administration National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtneys-effort-increase-liheap-funding-included-new-government | Courtney’s Effort to Increase LIHEAP Funding Included in New Government Funding Bill | 2022-09-27 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT — Today, after leading the effort in Congress to provide more resources to help Americans lower their home heating costs, Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02) highlighted the substantial increase in funding that has now been proposed for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in the Continuing Appropriations Act (CR) for FY 2022. As winter approaches, funding for LIHEAP is important for households in eastern Connecticut, and under new guidelines, more households than ever are eligible for the support. The CR would fund the federal government through December 16, 2022. At Rep. Courtney and his colleagues’ insistence, the CR now includes $1 billion in additional funding for LIHEAP—a higher amount than the $500 million proposed by the White House, in keeping with Rep. Courtney’s request. “It’s clear from talking with local families and from working with groups like TVCCA that we need to re-supply LIHEAP at the highest possible level as we head into the winter,” said Rep. Courtney. “LIHEAP has already helped people lower heating and energy costs this year, we know demand will remain high as it gets colder, and we need to make sure it’s there when people need it. Strengthening LIHEAP is the best and most direct way to provide people with support to lower their home energy costs, and under new guidelines there are more households than ever that now qualify for the assistance. Glad to see that our effort to strengthen LIHEAP has been successful so far—we’re going to keep working in bipartisan fashion until it becomes final.” In Connecticut, federal LIHEAP funding is currently fueling the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), which provides homeowners with direct assistance to help lower the cost of heating and home energy use. The LIHEAP program has received increased overall funding recently thanks to bills like the American Rescue Plan and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which has enabled programs like CEAP to be expanded and assist even more people. Additional funding f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/new-savings-medicare-part-b-beneficiaries-announced-after-rep-courtneys | New Savings for Medicare Part B Beneficiaries Announced After Rep. Courtney’s Year-Long Effort Prevails | 2022-09-27 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will officially lower costs for Medicare Part B beneficiaries in 2023. The update comes after CMS’s release of 2023 Medicare Parts A and B Premiums and Deductibles, which notes that Medicare Part B beneficiaries will see a 3% reduction in monthly premium costs and a 3% reduction in their deductibles starting in January 2023. The price reduction is a sharp reversal from the price hike that beneficiaries saw in 2022, and it represents the first lowered premium for Medicare Part B beneficiaries in a decade, since 2011. These reduced costs are being delivered following Rep. Courtney’s effort to compel CMS to re-evaluate its 2022 Medicare Part B price hike, which was brought on by the skyrocketing price of a new Alzheimer’s drug called Aduhelm. After the price of Aduhelm was subsequently cut in half by its manufacturer, Courtney began pressing U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra to re-evaluate 14.5% Medicare Part B premium hike—which was the largest in the history of the program. Now, these savings will be returned to Medicare Part B beneficiaries throughout the year in 2023, and they’ll compliment other new forms of lowered costs for seniors and families. “Seniors who rely on Medicare Part B haven’t seen a lowered premium rate in ten years—this is a great win for them, and it’s a complete one-eighty from the price hike we fought back against in 2022,” said Rep. Courtney. “The Medicare Part B price increase announced in November 2021 couldn’t have come at a worse time, and we’ve been working ever since then to get it reversed—especially after we found out that the driving force behind the increase wound up being blunted. Shifting the rudder over at CMS isn’t a small task, but we kept at it, and now these lowered costs are going to mean savings for seniors throughout 2023. Coupled with other new forms of lowered costs through bills like the Inflation Reduction Act, as wel… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/supporters-outbound-investment-legislation-urge-administration-take | Supporters of Outbound Investment Legislation Urge Administration to Take Executive Action to Safeguard National Security, Protect Supply Chains | 2022-09-27 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Bill Pascrell (D-NJ), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Victoria Spartz (R-IN), along with Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), John Cornyn (R-TX) and Chuck Schumer (D-NY), are sending a letter urging the Biden Administration to take immediate action to safeguard national security and supply chain resiliency on outbound investments to foreign adversaries. As supporters of legislation that would establish an outbound investment screen, the signatories are pushing for President Biden to issue an Executive Order to protect American workers and advance U.S. national and economic security interests. "When we cede our manufacturing power and technological know-how to foreign adversaries, we are hurting our economy, our global competitiveness, American workers, industry and national security. Government action on this front is long overdue to address the scope and magnitude of these serious risks we face as a country," the members of Congress wrote. The National Critical Capabilities Defense Act would establish an interagency outbound investment review committee in order to better understand the vulnerabilities created in U.S. supply chains as private industries continue to offshore critical capabilities to China and other foreign adversaries. Full text of the letter is below and a signed PDF is HERE. September 27, 2022 President Biden The White House Dear President Biden: We write to you as the bipartisan and bicameral supporters of the National Critical Capabilities Defense Act (S. 1854 and H.R. 6323). We championed this legislation to enhance visibility on supply chain vulnerabilities and to prevent the offshoring of critical production capacity and intellectual property to our foreign adversaries, including the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the Russian Federation, that threatens American workers and our national security. Through input and support received from stakeholders and your Administration, the sponsors are revising this bi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-announces-2-million-us-department-health-and-human-services | DeLauro Announces $2 million in U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Grants for Behavioral Health Clinics in Milford and Ansonia | 2022-09-26 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro announced BH Care, Inc. and Bridges Healthcare Inc. were both awarded $1 million for their Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC). The grant will allow BH Care to enhance access to care by expanding staff support, adopt a team-based approach to all services, track crisis services, and expand their services to additional unduplicated individuals. With these grant funds, Bridges will be funding "Project Engage," a project focused on four key initiatives; increasing community engagement, expanding the use of the Bridges' Wellness on Wheels mobile unit, promoting use of their West Haven and Stratford locations, and expanding their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. "Investing in behavioral health clinics is vital – mental health disorders are increasingly common through our communities. No person should be left to fight these battles alone," said Chair DeLauro. "Our communities need safe, nurturing, and supportive services. Behavioral health clinics like BH Care and Bridges Healthcare are providing Connecticut's families with person-centered recovery services that provide the life-saving care people deserve. Health care includes mental and behavioral health care – we must ensure that no one faces barriers to treatment." "We are grateful for the continued investment in the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic system. Connecticut's designated Local Mental Health Authorities have the unique expertise to support children, adults, and families who are struggling with mental illness, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. This funding will allow us to enhance and expand our programming to better meet the growing need in our communities," said President and CEO of BH, Care. Inc. Roberta Cook. "We are excited to be recipients of this grant and that Bridges will be able to provide increased access to services at our newest West Haven and Stratford sites to address the growing demand of mental health and substance use services. We are committed… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-hurricane-fiona-puerto-rico-power-outages | DeLauro Statement on Hurricane Fiona, Puerto Rico Power Outages | 2022-09-24 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement on Hurricane Fiona and the ongoing power outages in Puerto Rico. "First, I want to extend my strong support and deepest condolences to the people of Puerto Rico, many of whom have been injured, displaced, or tragically lost as result of Hurricane Fiona. "Over one million Puerto Ricans are without power because of the damage caused by the storm. We must act swiftly to get them the resources they need to recover. My staff and I are in close contact with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The FEMA Administrator was in Puerto Rico this week meeting with the Governor and other officials while the Agency is coordinating the Federal response and assessing damage to determine what will be needed to support their recovery. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-votes-fund-police | DeLauro Votes to Fund the Police | 2022-09-22 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today voted in support of several bills to ensure that police departments across the nation have the resources necessary to operate with efficiency and better community safety. "Violent crime is impacting every community in this country," said Chair DeLauro. "That is why we are acting on needed legislation, like the Invest to Protect Act, which funds local police departments by investing in tools to prevent crime and improve training. I am fighting to making communities safer and give our trusted local law enforcement the tools they need to prevent crime, protect our communities, and improve public safety." DeLauro and House Democrats passed a package of four public safety and policing bills to enhance public safety and support local law enforcement, including: HR 6448, Invest to Protect Act, which creates a new grant program for small police departments for police officer training and access to mental health resources as well as for improving recruitment and retention, authorizing $60 million a year through FY 2027; HR 5768, Violent Incident Clearance & Technological Methods Act, which creates a new grant program within the Justice Department's Office of Justice Programs to help police departments clear (i.e., close) open cases involving homicides, rapes, sexual assaults, kidnaping and non-fatal shootings, authorizing $100 million a year through FY 2032; HR 8542, Mental Health Justice Act, which creates a new HHS grant program to send mental health professionals instead of police officers to respond to certain types of mental health emergencies, authorizing a total of $250 million through FY 2027; and HR 4118, Break the Cycle of Violence Act, which creates new grant programs in the Health and Human Services (HHS) and Labor departments to support community-based violence intervention initiatives, authorizing a total of $6.5 billion through Fiscal Year (FY) 2029. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=90294D38-CEC8-4B26-85B8-3D72DB89EEBB | Hayes Votes to Fund Local Law Enforcement and Improve Public Safety | 2022-09-22 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) voted to pass a robust public safety package to prevent crime, save lives, and advance justice. Together, the four bills address the growing needs of local law enforcement agencies and rebuild trust between communities and police. “Today, I voted to provide police departments in the Fifth District with robust funding and training to keep themselves and our communities safe while also addressing the root causes of crime through intervention programs and mental health supports. This package builds upon the historic progress we have forged this Congress to ensure the safety of children and families. I remain fully committed to improving public safety and building trust within our communities,” said Congresswoman Hayes. The package includes: The Invest to Protect Act to make targeted investments in local police departments with fewer than 125 officers, ensuring police officers in smaller communities have the resources and training necessary to keep themselves and their communities safe. These investments include funds for training, body cameras, mental health supports, recruitment, and retention. The Break the Cycle of Violence Act to provide federal grants to communities for evidence-based community violence intervention and prevention programs designed to interrupt cycles of violence. The Mental Health Justice Act to allow states and local governments to train and dispatch mental health professionals to respond, instead of law enforcement officers, to emergencies that involve people with behavioral health needs. The Violent Incident Clearance and Technological Investigative Methods (VICTIM) Act to establish a grant program at the Department of Justice to help State, Tribal, and local enforcement agencies improve their clearance rates for homicides and non-fatal shootings. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/over-136000-federal-funding-awarded-columbia-volunteer-fire-department | Over $136,000 in Federal Funding Awarded to the Columbia Volunteer Fire Department, Courtney Announces | 2022-09-20 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a new federal grant totaling more than $136,000 to the Columbia Volunteer Fire Department. The new grant award was dispersed through FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program, and will enable the department to purchase new Firefighter Breathing Apparatuses—the foundational tool that protects firefighters airways and lungs from toxic gas and harmful particles during a fire. “The Columbia men and women that make up the dedicated group of volunteers that serves our community would like to thank Congressman Courtney for his support and FEMA for awarding the Columbia Volunteer Fire Department Inc. this Assistance to Firefighters Grant,” said Columbia Volunteer Fire Department Chief Steve Postemsky. “This ongoing support provided to small community fire departments is greatly appreciated. This grant will help us to acquire new air packs (SCBAs) that will be expiring next year. The AFG funding removes a large burden from the town and taxpayers that small communities like ours depend on.” “The Columbia Volunteer Fire Department is essential to the town’s safety and wellbeing of our residents and in return we feel it is vital that we provide the fire department with the necessary equipment needed to deliver important lifesaving services,” said Steven Everett, First Selectman of the Town of Columbia. “We are appreciative of Congressman Courtney’s level of support and FEMA for awarding the funds for this crucial equipment.” “These are highly competitive federal grant dollars, and the Columbia Volunteer Fire Department deserves a lot of credit for going out there and successfully competing for them,” said Rep. Courtney. “They were up against fire departments across the country for this grant award, they put together a strong application, and it’s great now to see more federal resources coming home to support our local first responders. This grant award means that the Columbia fire… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=A42DB725-509F-42C7-9085-FFBD2A0B9131 | Hayes Waterbury Office Named Purple Heart Congressional Office for Excellence in Veterans Assistance | 2022-09-20 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WATERBURY – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) shared that her Waterbury District Office has been named a Purple Heart Congressional Office and listed along the national Purple Heart Trail. The symbolic and honorary system of roads, highways, bridges, and buildings gives tribute to those awarded the Purple Heart medal and their sacrifice. This distinction, presented by the Military Order of the Purple Heart, recognizes the dedication of Congresswoman Hayes and her office to veterans and their families. The Fifth Congressional District Office is the only Purple Heart Congressional Office in all of New England. “I am deeply grateful my congressional office is listed alongside a network of landmarks across 45 states in honor of our combat wounded veterans and their commitment to serving our nation. Through providing quality constituent services and championing impactive legislation, I have worked tirelessly on behalf of those who have served. As a Purple Heart Congressional Office, my Waterbury Office will stand as a trusted location for service persons in need of help,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “I am committed to honoring the service of our veterans by ensuring they can access the care and benefits they have earned. Since 2019, my office has assisted over 400 veterans, secured nearly $3.8 million in overdue benefits for veterans and their families, and nominated 68 students to our nation’s military academies. I offer my sincerest thanks to the Department of Connecticut Military Order of the Purple Heart for bestowing this honor upon my office and partnering to assist the veterans of the Fifth District.” In addition to constituent services, Congresswoman Hayes has introduced nine pieces of original veteran legislation, four of which have been signed into law by President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, as part of larger legislative packages. The legislation include: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/connecticuts-crumbling-foundations-captive-reaches-600-family-milestone | Connecticut’s Crumbling Foundations Captive Reaches the 600-Family Milestone | 2022-09-14 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) joined Michael Maglaras, Superintendent of the Connecticut Foundations Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc. (CFSIC), and Governor Ned Lamont in announcing a major milestone in the effort to support homeowners impacted by the crumbling foundations crisis. As of today, CFSIC has officially placed 600 local families back into homes with safe and secure foundations since its launch on January 10, 2019. The 600th home milestone was reached as foundation remediation was completed at the home of Anna Hyde in Ellington, CT. “With claimant Anna Hyde of Ellington, who originally applied to the program on August 29, 2019, and who was very patient with this process, we have our 600th completed foundation,” said Maglaras. “This is an important day in the history of CFSIC, and for Anna, and an important day for all the victims of the crumbling foundations natural disaster.” “The Superintendent himself phoned me personally this morning to offer congratulations,” said homeowner Anna Hyde. “I have to say that the Superintendent and his whole team, particularly my wonderful claim adjuster Nicole Carrozza, made this process seamless and a happy one for me. I am so grateful to the State of Connecticut and to CFSIC." “We’ve had great cooperation from Governor Lamont and his staff,” added Steve Werbner, CFSIC President. “They believe in what we’re doing, and they realize the deep economic and human impact of CFSIC’s success.” “When the crumbling foundations crisis burst in 2016, the milestone of repairing 600 homes seemed beyond reach,” said Rep. Courtney. “The General Assembly, Governor Lamont, and CFSIC deserve great credit for taking bold action to provide direct funding to homeowners and communities. Working closely with Mike Maglaras and CFSIC, my office ensured the IRS ruled that CFSIC grants for repairs were not taxable, and secured funding for foundations testing from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, as well as the U.S. Department of Housing and Devel… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-courtney-and-pingree-lead-new-effort-press-additional-home-energy | Reps. Courtney and Pingree Lead New Effort to Press for Additional Home Energy Assistance Funding | 2022-09-14 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Reps. Joe Courtney (CT-02) and Chellie Pingree (ME-01) led a coalition of representatives from the Connecticut and New England Congressional Delegations in writing to the U.S. House and Senate Appropriations Committees, urging them to include additional funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in the upcoming government funding package. As winter approaches, funding for LIHEAP is important for households in eastern Connecticut and throughout New England. In writing to press for additional LIHEAP funding, Courtney and Pingree were joined by 17 other Members of Congress, including Reps. David Cicilline (RI-01), Richard Neil (MA-01), Ann McLane Kuster (NH-02), Lori Trahan (MA-03), Jim Langevin (RI-02), Bill Keating (MA-09), Jim Himes (CT-04), Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Jared Golden (ME-02), Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Peter Welch (VT-AL), Seth Moulton (MA-06), Chris Pappas (NH-01), Stephen Lynch (MA-08), Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), John Larson (CT-01), and Jim McGovern (MA-02). Click here to read the full letter. In Connecticut, federal LIHEAP funding is currently fueling the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), which provides homeowners with direct assistance to help lower the cost of heating and home energy use. The LIHEAP program has received increased overall funding recently thanks to bills like the American Rescue Plan and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which has enabled programs like CEAP to be expanded and assist even more people. Additional funding for the LIHEAP program would provide even more home energy assistance to people throughout the region. In their letter, Courtney, Pingree, and the New England Delegation members noted that the prices of electricity, natural gas, and heating oil remain high—a problem particularly for regions of the country that rely on heating and cooling assistance as winter approaches. Specifically, they stated: “As members of the New England delegation, we urge the Committee to include additional funding for… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=2BE32245-51C9-4D54-9011-891741AC7EBA | Hayes: National Abortion Ban is About Controlling Women's Bodies | 2022-09-14 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), member of the Congressional Pro-Choice Caucus, released the following statement after Congressional Republicans introduced legislation to ban abortion nationwide after 15 weeks: “In June, the Supreme Court reversed decades of precedent when they overturned Roe v. Wade. Congressional Republicans have maintained decisions regarding abortion are something best left to the states. However, Congressional Republicans in both the Senate and House of Representatives introduced legislation this week to ban abortion nationwide after 15 weeks. These bills already have the support of over 100 Republicans in Congress and that number continues to grow. This legislation to ban abortion nationwide makes it clear this was never an issue of states’ rights. This has always been about controlling women’s bodies and criminalizing healthcare for women in need,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “Abortion is healthcare and healthcare is a fundamental right. I will continue to oppose any effort to undermine access to this vital care.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-bennet-brown-booker-delbene-torres-statement-extending-expanded | DeLauro, Bennet, Brown, Booker, DelBene, Torres Statement on Extending the Expanded Child Tax Credit Before Year End | 2022-09-13 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, as new data from the Census Bureau showed that child poverty dropped to a record low in 2021 in large part as a result of the expanded Child Tax Credit, U.S. Representatives Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.), and Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) alongside U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), and Cory Booker (D-N.J.), released the following statement: "Today's Census data confirms that the expanded Child Tax Credit worked: it allowed the hard work of tens of millions of parents to pay off and helped them keep up with the cost of living, dramatically reducing child poverty and hunger. We should have never allowed this critical program to lapse, and we should not extend corporate tax breaks at the end of this year without also extending the expanded Child Tax Credit." Today, the Census Bureau released new data demonstrating the profound impact the expanded Child Tax Credit had, enabling families to keep up with the cost of living and fighting poverty, hunger, and homelessness last year. New data reveals that: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/fire-departments-groton-receive-over-739000-new-federal-funding-nearly | Fire Departments in Groton Receive Over $739,000 in New Federal Funding, Nearly Doubling Recent Support for Local Firefighters | 2022-09-09 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT—Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a new federal grant of $739,569 to the City of Groton that will support several local districts, including the City of Groton, the Center Groton Fire District, the Groton Long Point Fire Association, the Mystic Fire District, the Noank Fire District, the Old Mystic Fire Department, and the Poquonnock Bridge Fire District. The new firefighters’ grant award will also benefit the Mystic River Ambulance Association and the Groton Ambulance Association. Today’s new grant award was dispersed through Round 4 of FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. It is the largest single AFG award in eastern Connecticut since 2001. The federal grant will fund the purchase of an upgraded emergency communications system that will enable firefighters and first responders throughout Groton to integrate with the State of Connecticut’s state-of-the-art, statewide emergency notifications system—which includes Next-Generation 9-1-1 services (NG911), the Connecticut Land Mobile Radio Network, enhanced communications frequency coordination for public safety, and more. “This grant will allow for enhanced communications among firefighters and emergency medical personnel within the fire districts serving the Town and City of Groton, along with portions of the Town of Stonington,” said City of Groton Deputy Fire Chief Ted Sargent. “In addition, the new radio equipment will allow for communications with local police departments in Groton and Stonington during large scale events. The awarding of this grant was successful due to the cooperation of each of the agencies that participated in the grant application—now, this new emergency communications system will only further enhance our collaborative efforts.” “The importance of communications cannot be understated,” said Chief Jeffrey Post of the Center Groton Fire Department. “During emergencies, accurate and timely information needs to be relayed, and this… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B7757515-EE43-4E17-9D06-299ACE7A4D5B | Himes To Hold September Town Halls | 2022-09-08 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | BRIDGEPORT, CT—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) announced the following town hall meetings over the coming week: Wilton, CT Where: Wilton High School, Clune Auditorium, 395 Danbury Rd., Wilton, CT When: Saturday, September 10 at 10:30 a.m Darien, CT Where: Darien Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Rd., Darien, CT When: Saturday, September 10 at 3:30 p.m Bridgeport, CT Where: Paier College, Arnold Bernhard Arts & Humanities Center, 505 University Ave., When: Monday, September 12 at 5:30 p.m ***Members of the press are welcome at the town halls and are an important part of Congressman Himes’ efforts to ensure citizens who can’t attend in person are able to stay informed. Reporters, especially those with camera hookups, should plan on arriving early to set up. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-over-40-house-democrats-call-better-engagement-congress-public | DeLauro & Over 40 House Democrats Call for Better Engagement with Congress, Public on Proposed Indo-Pacific and Americas Trade Deals Ahead of IPEF Ministerial | 2022-09-07 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT), along with 42 House Democrats including 6 Committee Chairs today sent a letter to the Biden Administration requesting that the agencies involved in negotiations on the recently announced Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) and Americas Partnership for Economic Prosperity (APEP) engage in robust consultation with Congress and outside stakeholders. The letter urges the administration to learn from the failures of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). It comes as United States is set to host the first in person Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Ministerial in Los Angeles, California on September 8-9, 2022. "We urge you to consider the lessons of past trade negotiations that too often were conducted in secret, with members of Congress, workers and their unions, environmentalists, and consumer advocates largely unable to review text and ensure their interests were addressed," the lawmakers wrote. "…If negotiations on IPEF and APEP proceed, we urge you to ensure that any agreement benefits American workers, not corporate offshoring, and to provide Congress and the public with clearer insight into your approach to the negotiation process, including through robust consultation throughout the process and congressional approval of any binding commitments." The proposed partners for IPEF include nations such as Vietnam and Malaysia with autocratic governments, terrible human and labor rights practices, and poor environmental protections. While the Office of U.S. Trade Representative has committed to including strong labor standards, including country-specific provisions where needed, other agencies have yet to make a similar commitment. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-extremist-judge-s-attack-aca-s-preventive-services | DeLauro Statement on Extremist Judge’s Attack on the ACA’s Preventive Services including PrEP Medication and Birth Control | 2022-09-07 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement following news that a Texas judge ruled that employers can deny coverage for preventive health services guaranteed under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) including PrEP, a life-saving drug therapy to prevent HIV/AIDS; birth control; routine cancer screenings; and depression screenings. "As a thirty-five-year ovarian cancer survivor, I am outraged that this judge would take us back to the days before the ACA when individuals suffered pain and even death because coverage for routine cancer screenings were not guaranteed without cost-sharing. The data is overwhelmingly clear that reinstating cost-sharing for preventive services for the more than 167.5 million who rely on private health insurance, as many will choose to forego these services because of the cost. Preventive health services not only save lives, but they prevent more costly treatments and hospitalization. "For years, PrEP has been a key tool in our fight against the HIV/AIDS epidemic – a disease that does not discriminate. It prevents the spread of HIV and save lives. There is no good reason for an employer to be able to deny an employee coverage of this vital healthcare service. "This ruling comes months after the unprecedented overturning of Roe v. Wade, and shows that conservatives on the bench are on the march to overturn a number of hard won freedoms earned by Americans. "This decision is reckless and strips away life saving drugs. I promise to stand firm against their attacks with my Democratic colleagues in Congress. We will not go back." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-courtney-announces-over-887000-new-federal-support-five-eastern | Rep. Courtney Announces Over $887,000 in New Federal Support for Five Eastern Connecticut Fire Stations | 2022-09-02 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT—Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a new round federal grants totaling more than $887,000 to five eastern Connecticut fire departments in Chester, Preston, New London, Norwich, and Stafford. Each of the new federal awards were dispersed through FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program, and will assist the departments in purchasing essential new safety equipment and lifesaving medical devices, to carry out necessary firefighter training, and more. “It comes as an awesome relief to get this federal Assistance to Firefighters grant award, because we’ve had a serious need to replace our department’s breathing apparatuses—they’ve really aged,” said Chester Hose Company Fire Chief James Grzybowski. “Funding like this, which allows us to re-stock and re-supply critical equipment, is important for our department and for the entire Town of Chester, and it helps keeps our firefighters safe when they’re working hard to protect our community.” “With our department having minimum staffing when responding to incidents, these CPR Compression Devices will help us save lives,” said Poquetanuck Volunteer Fire Department Chief Keith Wucik. “Being awarded the AFG allows us to make this purchase that otherwise would not be possible with budget constraints.” “These funds will be used to host a Fire Instructor class for our members who do not currently hold this certification,” said New London Fire Department Chief Thomas Curcio. “The new AFG funding will also be utilized to help make us compliant with OSHA-required ‘live burn training’ at the Eastern Connecticut Fire School in Willimantic. With these grant dollars, we’ll be able to backfill and cover overtime costs—a really important investment for our department.” “Receiving this grant funding is a huge benefit to the Fire Officers and Firefighters of the City of Norwich Fire Department,” said Chief Tracy Montoya of the Norwich Fire Department. “The grant will provide Fire Off… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-centers-disease-control-and-prevention-internal | DeLauro Statement on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Internal Organization Review | 2022-09-01 | 2022 | 2022-09 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today applauded the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for releasing a report from their internal organization review. "First, I want to commend the CDC Director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, for leading the charge on conducting an agencywide review that will position CDC to better respond to emerging public health threats, collect data, and keep Americans better informed and healthy," said Chair DeLauro. "Dr. Walensky has listened and has already announced a number of changes to the agency's public health response so that we ensure our response both equitably protects and promotes the health of the American people." Chair DeLauro's fiscal year (FY) 2023 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS) appropriations bill aligns with key recommendations from the internal review, as it supports the strengthening of core public health capabilities at CDC, including increased funding for CDC laboratories, public health data modernization, and investments in our public health workforce. As Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, DeLauro established the public health data modernization program in her FY 2020 LHHS federal spending bill to modernize and integrate in real-time public health data systems with CDC, State, territorial, local, and tribal partners. She also established the public health infrastructure and capacity program under the FY 2022 federal spending bill to help turn the tide on the nation's public health capacity. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T03:08:33Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-thompson-introduce-bipartisan-bill-improve-rehab-therapy | Courtney, Thompson Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Rehab Therapy for Medicare Patients | 2022-08-26 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Reps. Joe Courtney (CT-02) and Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) introduced a new bipartisan bill that would support America’s seniors by preserving expanded access to skilled rehabilitation therapies for Medicare patients, even after the existing Public Health Emergency (PHE) is lifted. The Access to Inpatient Rehabilitation Therapy Act would ensure that all inpatient rehabilitation hospital patients can continue to benefit from a patient-centered, interdisciplinary care plan even after the end of the PHE. “When recovering from an injury or disabling medical event it is crucial that a patient be able to receive the types of rehabilitation services that their care team recommends. The current ‘intensity of therapy’ requirement unfairly limits the care that seniors and people with disabilities are able to access,” said Rep. Courtney. “This bill is a small but important change to Medicare to ensure that when a physician believes a patient needs a certain type of treatment, that patient can get it. I appreciate that so many patient advocates came forward to advocate for this change, and I am glad to be working with my colleague Rep. GT Thompson to fix this problem.” "As a former Rehabilitation Services Manager and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, I was honored to work with patients facing life-changing disease and disability for nearly three decades. The effectiveness of care involves the proper mix, frequency and intensity of medically necessary physician prescribed therapy.” Rep. Thompson said. “I am pleased to reintroduce bipartisan legislation that will ensure Medicare empowers physicians to exercise their medical judgement and therapy professionals to deliver the best possible care for patients recovering from accidents or illness.” “Just as no two people are exactly alike, no two brain injuries are exactly alike. People with brain injuries need a comprehensive, diverse set of therapies when in the post-acute rehabilitation stage of their treatment,” said Brain Injury Associatio… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=AF17FFE8-1984-4DF4-BE0D-CCA61581E093 | Hayes Statement on Biden Administration Action to Address Student Loan Debt Crisis | 2022-08-25 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WATERBURY – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), member of the House Committee on Education and Labor, released the following statement after the announcement by the Biden Administration regarding student loan debt relief. “Today, the President delivered on his promise to millions struggling under the devastating weight of student loan debt and interest. Many of my constituents have shared their student loan horror stories and demanded reform to a system that puts profit over the promise of education,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “I am grateful for the leadership of President Biden to address the immense student debt crisis and help families succeed in challenging economic conditions. These reforms will have a lasting impact on Connecticut residents and impact those that need it most. I have pushed for a response to this crisis from the Administration, and I will continue to work with my colleagues to decrease the burden of student loan debt, reform the financial aid system, and make higher education more affordable.” The Biden Administration Student Debt Relief plan will: Provide targeted debt relief to address the financial harms of the pandemic. The Department of Education will provide up to $20,000 in debt cancellation to Pell Grant recipients with loans held by the Department of Education, and up to $10,000 in debt cancellation to non-Pell Grant recipients. Borrowers are eligible for this relief if their individual income is less than $125,000 ($250,000 for married couples). No high-income individual or high-income household above these thresholds will benefit from this action. To ensure a smooth transition to repayment and prevent unnecessary defaults, the pause on federal student loan repayment will be extended one final time through December 31, 2022. Borrowers should expect to resume payment in January 2023. Make the student loan system more manageable for current and future borrowers by: Cutting monthly payments in half for undergraduate loans. The Department of Education is proposing a new inc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-applauds-biden-administration-action-student-loans-0 | DeLauro Applauds Biden Administration Action on Student Loans | 2022-08-24 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement following President Biden's announcement of his student debt plan. "Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. The biggest corporations are using their money to rig the game, and costs are on the rise. "I applaud President Biden for taking a necessary step today to level the playing field for working Americans by cancelling $10,000 in student debt for borrowers who earn under $125,000 a year and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients. This will completely wipe out debt for millions of borrowers and give many the economic security they need to invest in a small business, buy a home, or simply just take care of their families. "Today's announcement builds on historic actions by the Biden administration to provide student debt relief to borrowers in need. By discharging loans for borrowers ripped off by for-profit colleges, making administrative improvements to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, and canceling loans for permanently disabled borrowers, the President has already approved $36 billion in student loan relief. In addition, the Biden administration is drafting improvements to income-driven repayment programs, including proposals I have pushed for in my Affordable Loans for Any Student Act, so that no borrower has to struggle to make monthly payments. "Democrats in Congress and President Biden are delivering on commitments to make college more affordable, make student loan repayment manageable, provide relief for those in need, and hold predatory colleges accountable for ripping off students. Americans need a government that works for working families and the vulnerable – not one that answers to the wealthiest and biggest corporations. Today's announcement is a huge step toward dealing working Americans back in." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-requests-update-ag-garland-johnson-johnson-grand-jury | DeLauro Requests Update from AG Garland on Johnson & Johnson Grand Jury | 2022-08-24 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland requesting that he provide an update on the federal grand jury that reportedly has been impaneled to look into potential "criminal activities" by Johnson and Johnson (J&J) related to talcum powder products. The letter can be found here. "Johnson and Johnson knew their talcum powder products increase the risk of ovarian cancer as early as the late 60s," said Chair DeLauro. "There is evidence that J&J engaged in a premeditated assault on women of color when marketing these products. This is an unacceptable example of corporate greed, putting profits above the very lives of its most trusting customers, women. As an ovarian cancer survivor, I know the pain and anguish and fear that these women have gone through and are experiencing now. There is an added layer of horror when you understand that many of these women were being targeted with asbestos because of their race. It is unconscionable." Thousands of individuals have been harmed as a result of J&J withholding information about the negative health effects of Talc powder from its customers. In many cases, individuals have died. In September 2020, Congresswoman DeLauro wrote to the then CEO of Johnson & Johnson, Alex Gorsky, demanding the company recall all Talc based baby powder products and demanded that J&J stop all marketing and sales of this product around the world, specifically to women. Most recently, the Congresswoman was made aware that in 1992 and in 2004, J&J specifically targeted African American and Hispanic women to increase their sales of a product that J&J knew contained asbestos, a carcinogen. Thousands of men and women could also develop mesothelioma because of the asbestos in J&J's baby powder and shower products. As DeLauro outlines in her letter to Attorney General Garland, J&J has sought bankruptcy protection through what is known as the "Texas Two-Step," a procedure used by companies to dump liabilities in a newly cre… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-statement-ukrainian-independence-day | DeLauro Statement on Ukrainian Independence Day | 2022-08-24 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro today released a statement celebrating Ukrainian Independence Day, commemorating Ukraine's 1991 Declaration of Independence which established the nation as an independent state separate from the former Soviet Union. "Today, on Ukrainian Independence Day, I echo President Volodymyr Zelensky in honoring the free people of independent Ukraine. The Ukrainian people are fighting in an unprovoked war against a tyrannical Putin. But Putin has not won. The struggle continues, and Ukraine remains independent, with its free people standing strong against Russian incursions of their sovereignty and freedom. "For six months now, the people of Ukraine have been locked in an unjust war with a brutal dictator hellbent on stripping their hard-earned freedoms away. And for six months, the Ukrainian people have held the line, defending their independence, their families, and their land. Their determination to preserve their independence is something to behold. "I proudly stand with the free people of independent Ukraine, today and every day. I will continue to work to ensure that Ukraine has the tools it needs to defend itself against Russian aggression and preserve its independence for generations to come. We will lend you our support as you fight to preserve your nation, and ultimately, your freedom, in this war. The world is united. Happy Independence Day to Ukraine!" | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-announces-new-federal-funding-support-coastal-security-and | Courtney Announces New Federal Funding to Support Coastal Security and Maritime Safety in Mystic and New London | 2022-08-19 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) announced the award of four federal grants totaling $296,732 that will assist with coastal security and safety preparedness efforts in eastern Connecticut on the Long Island Sound. The three grants were awarded to the Mystic Fire Department, the New London Fire Department, and Cross Sound Ferry Services through the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Port Security Grant Program, and will assist agencies with important projects like maintaining fire boat vessels, upgrading maritime surveillance and cybersecurity systems, and purchasing water rescue equipment. In June, Courtney wrote to Christopher Logan, Acting Administrator for the FEMA Grant Programs Directorate, to specifically highlight the Mystic Fire Department’s application for Port Security Grant funding. The Mystic Fire Department is the only agency in the region that operates a marine vessel equipped with both a fire pump and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) detection equipment, Courtney noted to FEMA, and the Department needed access to funding to maintain the vessel and continue to provide vital services. Today’s grant award provides that funding—click here to read more. “Grant awards like these are really invaluable, not just for us but for all our partners in the New London Marine Group—the Norwich and New London Fire Departments, Groton Long Point, the Waterford Fire Department, and others,” said Mystic Fire Department Chief Anthony Manfredi. “Our work is a collaborative effort, and it includes our local police and Coast Guard as well, so keeping the fire boat in the water and off the sidelines for maintenance is something that makes a difference not just for our department, but for lots of our partners and surrounding communities. I’m proud of the work our team did to successfully go after this federal Port Security Grant award, and we were glad to have the support of Congressman Courtney when our application was under consideration in this very competiti… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-announces-625000-prevent-youth-substance-misuse-naugatuck | DeLauro Announces $625,000 to Prevent Youth Substance Misuse in Naugatuck | 2022-08-19 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) announced the Step Up Naugy Prevention Coalition was awarded a Fiscal Year 2022 Drug-Free Communities Support Program (DFC) grant for $625,000 by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. The funding will build the readiness and resources of the coalition and strengthen community collaboration in support of local efforts to prevent youth substance misuse. "Substance misuse among youth is devastating our communities, exacerbated by pandemic isolation, anxiety and depression, and lack of support," said Chair DeLauro. "Step Up Naugy is one of many needed community organizations that are expanding access to youth substance misuse prevention and treatment services, provider education, and increasing public awareness. This federal grant leverages the abilities of our local leaders to educate our youth, raise public awareness about available resources, and take tangible action to combat this epidemic sweeping through our communities. We know that stopping substance misuse before it begins is the most effective way to protect our loved ones and save lives." "We're thrilled to be able to bring these financial resources to Naugatuck, and even more so for the positive impact that Step Up Naugy will continue to have through empowering our most important resource – our community members. Please join us in "stepping up" to help keep Naugatuck youth safe, healthy, and drug-free," said Naugatuck Youth Services, Inc. Executive Kristin Mabrouk. The Step Up Naugy Coalition was one of 99 applicants through a competitive, peer-reviewed process. The DFC awards represent an investment by the Biden-Harris Administration of approximately $12.4 million in youth substance use prevention in communities across the country. At a time when the overdose epidemic continues to affect communities across the country, DFC-funded coalitions are making significant declines in prevalence of past 30-day youth drug use. The DFC Program is funded and administered by the Offi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-announces-federal-assistance-firefighters-grants-middletown-and | DeLauro Announces Federal Assistance to Firefighters Grants for Middletown and West Haven | 2022-08-19 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) announced a total of $287,422 in Assistance to Firefighters Grants for the Connecticut State Fire Training Academy in Middletown and City of West Haven Fire Department-Allingtown to enhance existing firefighting abilities and greater protect the people of Connecticut's Third Congressional District. "Ensuring that our firefighters have the best equipment is critical to protecting the people of Connecticut from the devastating impacts of fires and other emergencies. Those on the frontlines need and deserve adequate protection from fire and fire-related hazards," said Chair DeLauro. "These critical grants will prepare our first responders for the lifesaving work of fighting and preventing fires. Firefighters, volunteer firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians work every day to protect us, and this federal funding plays an important role in guaranteeing they have the tools to protect themselves and the health and safety of the public." "I would like to convey to Congresswoman DeLauro how much I, as the entire fire service does, appreciate all of her efforts in securing much needed additional funding to purchase vital equipment needed for fire departments to meet their mission goals" said City of West Haven-Allingtown Fire Department Chief Michael R. Terenzio. "Brave men and women who become Firefighters are able to meet the challenges presented by emergencies they are called to mitigate by being properly and appropriately trained, and equipped to do so. The funding we were just awarded will enable us to replace a 32-year-old Self Contained Breathing Apparatus bottle refill station that includes a 6000-psi compressor, compressed air storage bottles, and breathing air filters to ensure firefighters are provided with reliable, uncontaminated breathing air needed to enter into toxic atmospheres commonly encountered at fire and other emergencies. The current aging system has suffered numerous mechanical failures and is becoming non-cost effective to cont… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-courtney-join-admiral-linda-fagan-and-us-coast-guard-leadership | DeLauro, Courtney Join Admiral Linda Fagan and U.S. Coast Guard Leadership as Construction on First-Ever Coast Guard Museum Begins | 2022-08-19 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | House Appropriations Chair Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) joined U.S. Representative Joe Courtney (CT-02), Admiral Linda L. Fagan, U.S. Coast Guard Commandant, New London Mayor Michael Passero, other elected officials, and representatives from the National Coast Guard Museum Association for the Keel Laying Ceremony of the historic U.S. Coast Guard Museum. After years of working to establish New London as the site of the museum, today's Keel Laying Ceremony marks the official start of construction on the nation's first-ever U.S. Coast Guard Museum. Each U.S. military branch has a dedicated museum to honor their history and service—except for the Coast Guard. Reps. Courtney and DeLauro have worked alongside the Connecticut Congressional Delegation for years to support construction of an official U.S. Coast Guard Museum, and to establish New London as its rightful home. Under the leadership of Congresswoman DeLauro, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, this year's FY 2022 federal spending package dedicated $50 million towards construction of the museum in the heart of New London, CT—one of the final pillars needed for construction to officially begin today. "This museum will preserve and honor the heritage, traditions, and history of the U.S. Coast Guard – and the service of the defenders of the nation and enforcers of the seas," said Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro. "As Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, I strongly believe that just as their service never wavers, our support of the U.S. Coast Guard and all of our armed forces must be just as resolute and unwavering. I am proud that this year's federal spending package included $50 million for the construction of the U.S. Coast Guard Museum. This institution will bring these acts of heroism to life, along with the significance, history, culture, and values of the Service. It gives me great pleasure to mark the beginning of this museum's construction – this is a befitting honor to our heroes for their bravery and devotion to duty." "The U.S. Coast Guard is our … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/connecticut-river-bridge-set-receive-long-awaited-upgrades-under-new | Connecticut River Bridge Set to Receive Long-Awaited Upgrades Under New Infrastructure Law, Courtney Announces | 2022-08-18 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | NORWICH, CT – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) announced that the 115-year-old Connecticut River Bridge is set to receive a long-awaited upgrade, thanks to new funding through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Under the IIJA, Connecticut will receive two grants totaling $85.2 million from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for rail improvement projects on the Northeast Corridor. The first grant, in the amount of $65.2 million, will support the replacement of the existing Amtrak-owned Connecticut River Bridge between Old Saybrook and Old Lyme. The second grant will support upgrades on the New Haven Line. The Connecticut River Bridge was built in 1907. Age and deterioration to the bridge have caused significant delays to both rail and maritime traffic. The IIJA included a total of $66 billion over 5 years to address Amtrak’s backlog of improvement projects, including $30 billion to modernize the Northeast Corridor—the largest investment in passenger rail since the creation of Amtrak 50 years ago. “This is exactly the long overdue, transformative project that our region and rail users have sought for decades,” said Rep. Courtney. “The recently enacted infrastructure law’s investment in Amtrak means this 115-year-old rail bridge will finally be replaced. A new, modern span is going to mean a safer, faster transit over the Connecticut river, as well as improved maritime traffic that has struggled with chronic breakdowns of the existing drawbridge. Major projects like this have been ‘in the queue’ for years awaiting funding. Passage of the IIJA solved that problem for Amtrak.” “The Connecticut River Bridge has long-been identified as a place where, if improvements are made, speeds can increase along Shore Line East. With the recently added electric trains, the SLE service continues to receive important investments that improve services,” said CTDOT Commissioner Joe Giulietti. “Investing in rail infrastructure means speeding up trains, improving services, and increasing safety. These pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-hayes-blumenthal-murphy-announce-231-million-raise-grant-city | DeLauro, Hayes, Blumenthal, Murphy Announce $23.1 Million RAISE Grant for City of Waterbury Transportation Infrastructure | 2022-08-17 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro, U.S. Representative Jahana Hayes, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, and U.S. Senator Chris Murphy announced a $23.1 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant for the City of Waterbury's section of the Naugatuck Greenway Trail, West Main Street Renovation and Streetscaping Improvements, and the addition of electrical vehicle charging stations at the Downtown Waterbury Train Station. "The funding that is coming to the City of Waterbury for the modernization and construction of its Greenway Trail, streetscaping improvements, and addition of electrical vehicle charging stations is profound" said Chair DeLauro. "The work that goes into building a safer, more accessible, and sustainable city will provide a pipeline of technical jobs for residents not just in Waterbury, but across Connecticut. I was proud to author a letter of support for these projects that will improve infrastructure, boost local economies by closing vehicle charging deserts, and preserving the health and recreation of our trails." "I am pleased to see significant federal dollars coming back to Waterbury to help revitalize the city landscape and create an economic and environmental hub. This grant award is the epitome of collaboration at the local and federal level, as the entire CT delegation worked diligently with the U.S. Department of Transportation and local leaders to secure these funds. I will continue to make every effort to bolster support for our communities, expand access to green spaces and revitalize strategic economic zones," said Congresswoman Hayes. "This blockbuster grant builds significantly on past federal investments and I am pleased to see continued substantial investments being made in the City of Waterbury to preserve open space, enhance electric vehicle infrastructure, and improve downtown streetscaping," said U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal. "Unlocking and developing Waterbury's enormous potential for economic growth and green in… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/courtney-votes-pass-inflation-reduction-act-delivering-lower-drug-costs | Courtney Votes to Pass the Inflation Reduction Act, Delivering Lower Drug Costs, More Good Jobs, and Next-Gen Energy Production | 2022-08-12 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Joe Courtney | C001069 | courtney.house.gov | courtney | https://courtney.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act (Senate Amendment to H.R. 5376), a long-sought legislative effort that will lower health care and prescription drug expenses, reduce energy costs, and lower carbon emissions. The bill was passed by Rep. Courtney and the U.S. House of Representatives today by a vote of 220-207, and will now head to the White House to be signed into law. “The Inflation Reduction Act is going to benefit seniors, families, farmers, and so many of our small businesses and communities across eastern Connecticut,” said Congressman Courtney. “It lowers drug costs for seniors by finally giving Medicare the authority to negotiate lower costs from drug manufacturers—a proven policy used for decades in the VA that will strengthen the solvency of the Medicare Trust Fund. It invests in new incentives for farmers, homeowners, and small businesses to cut energy costs and carbon emissions. All of these reforms are paid for, and the bill cuts the federal deficit—that has been verified by the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office, the highly respected Committee for a Responsible Budget, and by multiple former Treasury Secretaries from both Republican and Democratic Administrations.” The Inflation Reduction Act includes provisions that will lower kitchen table costs for families, advance clean energy production and manufacturing in the U.S., and help create millions of good-paying jobs while lowering carbon emissions. Below is an overview of some of the key provisions included in the bill. Lowering Health Care Costs for Seniors and Families The Inflation Reduction Act will reduce the cost of health care and prescription medication for millions of Americans. The bill locks in lower health care premiums by extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, finally allows Medicare to negotiate for lower drug prices, and more. Health care highlights of the Inflation Reduction Act include: Empowering Medicare to Negotiate Drug Prices—For the first time ever, … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/delauro-votes-pass-inflation-reduction-act | DeLauro Votes to Pass Inflation Reduction Act | 2022-08-12 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Rosa L. DeLauro | D000216 | delauro.house.gov | delauro | https://delauro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Chair of the House Appropriations Committee Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) today released a statement following her vote in support of the Inflation Reduction Act, legislation that would lower the cost of health care, tackle the climate crisis, and rein in corporate greed while reducing inflation. "For years, Americans have faced rising costs at grocery stores, pharmacies, and in recent months, at the gas pump. Today, we sent the Inflation Reduction Act to President Biden's desk to be signed into law so we can provide necessary relief to hardworking people across the country. "The Inflation Reduction Act takes historic steps to reduce the deficit and fight inflation, invest in domestic energy production and manufacturing, and tackle the climate crisis by reducing carbon emissions by roughly 40 percent by 2030. The bill will also lower prescription drug and health care costs by finally allowing Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices and extending the expanded Affordable Care Act program for three years. "Notably, this legislation makes sure that the biggest corporations and billionaires pay taxes. It establishes a 15 percent corporate minimum tax and invests in Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax enforcement to ensure that the biggest corporations, the ultra-wealthy, and rich tax cheats pay their fair share. Large corporations have been using inflation as an excuse to abuse their market power, jacking up prices for American consumers at the grocery store, the pharmacy, and at the gas pump. This law puts taxpayer dollars back into the pockets of working families. "Although the legislation does not include an extension of the expanded Child Tax Credit as I have fought for, Democrats will make Republican opposition an issue in the election, and it will be at the top of Democratic priorities going forward. As I have said before, as American families face rising costs, the expanded Child Tax Credit is one of our best tools to help them face these challenges. "The Inflation Reduction Act is a needed first step. We wil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=6943EB30-9016-4ACA-B74C-DA4F659AFCB1 | Hayes Votes to Reduce Inflation and Decrease Costs for Connecticut Families | 2022-08-12 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | Jahana Hayes | H001081 | hayes.house.gov | hayes | https://hayes.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, a legislative package to fight inflation, lower prescription costs, invest in domestic energy production and manufacturing, and reduce carbon emissions. “Today, the House took an incredible step forward to building a healthier, cleaner, and fairer future for families across my district,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “my constituents are concerned about medical costs, the environment and cost of living. The Inflation Reduction Act will provide help to these families by fighting inflation, lowering health care costs, fighting climate change and reducing our carbon footprint. The effects of this legislation will improve the lives of millions struggling to afford day-to-day costs and future generations who will see the impacts of reduced carbon emissions and affordable prescription drugs. This legislation will also work to ensure our tax system is fair and equitable and corporations and the wealthiest Americans are paying their fair share. I support these groundbreaking policies and look forward to the President signing this bill into law.” The Inflation Reduction Act will lower costs, create millions of good-paying jobs delivering the most significant action on climate in history, and dramatically reduce the deficit. The bill: Lowers the cost of health care and prescription drugs: reduces the cost of health care for millions by extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced subsidies for three years, locking in lower health care premiums that save 13 million people an average of $800 a year and lowering drug prices. For the first time ever, Medicare will be empowered to negotiate the price of prescription drugs; requires drug companies to pay Medicare rebates if they raise prices faster than the rate of inflation starting in October 2022; and creates a new out-of-pocket cap for Part D drug costs for Medicare beneficiaries of $2,000 a year, starting in 2025. Lowers the deficit and reduces inflation: makes a histor… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T02:59:24Z |
| https://himes.house.gov/press-releases?ID=E6F0E2F8-63FA-4207-B174-943CB04AA5AA | Himes Statement on Release of Mar-a-Lago Warrant | 2022-08-12 | 2022 | 2022-08 | Democrat | House | CT | James A. Himes | H001047 | himes.house.gov | himes | https://himes.house.gov/press-releases | page_html | Washington, DC— Today, Rep. Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement on the public release of the search warrant for former President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago property. “As a member of the Intelligence Committee, I am deeply concerned by this week’s revelations around the improper handling of classified documents. While we do not know all the details, it is clear that, through negligence or malice, the actions of the former President present a significant risk to the national security of our country. “The removal of classified documents from secure environments does not only pose an immense security threat, but has very real implications for the Americans who are actively serving our country. When enemies obtain sensitive information, our intelligence agents in the field are directly exposed to capture, torture, and execution. I am profoundly troubled, yet unsurprised, to see the former President act with such disregard for the wellbeing of those individuals who risk their lives for this country every day. “I stand in full support of the men and women of the FBI and the Department of Justice and am grateful to Attorney General Merrick Garland for his strong leadership in this investigation.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-03-30T11:08:25Z |
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