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| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/amo-ri-delegation-urges-federal-assistance-to-help-recover-from-storm-related-flooding | Amo, RI Delegation Urges Federal Assistance to Help Recover from Storm-Related Flooding | 2023-12-21 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – As Rhode Island assesses flood damage and begins to recover from a severe storm system that moved through the state earlier this week, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo are urging President Biden to promptly approve any request for federal assistance made by the State of Rhode Island to support emergency operations and accelerate recovery from significant local flooding. The National Weather Service reported that northern Rhode Island into the Providence area saw the region’s highest rainfall totals, where at least 4.5 inches of rainfall were observed. Local utility providers also reported more than 70,000 power outages as a result of damaging winds. Governor McKee has declared a state of emergency as a result of the damaging storm. This step is an essential prerequisite for seeking federal disaster assistance. The state will now need to assess the cost of the emergency response and damages associated with the storm in order to determine if it meets the minimum thresholds required for a federal emergency or major disaster declaration. “This severe storm system wreaked havoc on certain parts of the state, and a number of neighborhoods were hit hard by flooding. We are committed to doing everything we can to help in the recovery effort. With the storm behind us, it is now important for the State to work with local leaders, FEMA, and other federal partners to quickly assess the damage and determine what assistance can be provided to help communities, businesses, and homeowners get back on their feet,” said Reed, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo in a joint statement. In an effort to help Rhode Island communities and the state respond to storm-related damage and flooding, the state’s Congressional delegation sent a letter urging President Biden to support Rhode Island and expediate any and all emergency assistance. The full text of the letter follows: President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Wash… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-urges-federal-assistance-help-recover-storm-related-flooding | RI Delegation Urges Federal Assistance to Help Recover from Storm-Related Flooding | 2023-12-21 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – As Rhode Island assesses flood damage and begins to recover from a severe storm system that moved through the state earlier this week, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo are urging President Biden to promptly approve any request for federal assistance made by the State of Rhode Island to support emergency operations and accelerate recovery from significant local flooding. The National Weather Service reported that northern Rhode Island into the Providence area saw the region’s highest rainfall totals, where at least 4.5 inches of rainfall were observed. Local utility providers also reported more than 70,000 power outages as a result of damaging winds. Governor McKee has declared a state of emergency as a result of the damaging storm. This step is an essential prerequisite for seeking federal disaster assistance. The state will now need to assess the cost of the emergency response and damages associated with the storm in order to determine if it meets the minimum thresholds required for a federal emergency or major disaster declaration. “This severe storm system wreaked havoc on certain parts of the state, and a number of neighborhoods were hit hard by flooding. We are committed to doing everything we can help in the recovery effort. With storm behind us, it is now important for the State to work with local leaders, FEMA, and other federal partners to quickly assess the damage and determine what assistance can be provided to help communities, business, and homeowners get back on their feet,” said Reed, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo in a joint statement. In an effort to help Rhode Island communities and the state respond to storm-related damage and flooding, the state’s Congressional delegation sent a letter urging President Biden to support Rhode Island and expediate any and all emergency assistance. The full text of the letter follows: Dear President Biden: Over the last two days, Rhode Island has experienced a strong storm … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/amo-supports-military-families-and-national-defense | Amo Supports Military Families and National Defense | 2023-12-14 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | “I am proud today to have voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024,” said Congressman Gabe Amo. "After months of political gamesmanship on the part of extreme House Republicans, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan NDAA which raises pay for our service members, expands assistance to the lowest-paid military families to cover the cost of food, housing, and other essential needs, and strengthens the partnerships that the United States has with our allies around the world. “This year’s NDAA also helps the United States accelerate our fight against climate change by investing over $650 million in energy resilience and conservation projects. While extreme Republicans were trying to make it more difficult for service members to access abortion services and vitally important healthcare, House Democrats worked in a bipartisan way to deliver for the American people and provide for our nation’s defense.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-votes-increase-military-pay-support-submarine-program-quonset | Magaziner Votes to Increase Military Pay, Support Submarine Program at Quonset | 2023-12-14 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) voted to pass H.R.2670, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24). The legislation – which includes support for the submarine program at Quonset, pay raises for Service Members, and language authored by Magaziner to expand affordable housing around shipbuilding hubs – will now head to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. “We owe a solemn duty to American Service Members who risk their lives to keep our country safe,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “With conflicts on the rise across the world, we need to make sure that those who serve our country in uniform have the equipment they need and the compensation they deserve.” In July, Magaziner secured the inclusion of an amendment in the House-passed NDAA to ensure the Navy is fully utilizing a federal incentive to expand housing, transportation, and other support services to defense industry workers in Rhode Island and across the country. The final version of the bill, which was negotiated between the House and Senate and sent to the President’s desk to be signed into law, includes the language. “It is also important that the final version of the NDAA removed a dangerous provision introduced by House Republicans that would have denied women who serve in the Armed Forces access to abortion,” Magaziner stated. “Women who serve deserve access to health care, and the Defense Bill is no place for Republicans to try to push through extreme culture war provisions.” The FY24 NDAA also includes language to expand the Navy’s submarine program at Quonset Point and the Port of Davisville in North Kingstown. At this location, thousands of Rhode Islanders are employed building Virginia and Columbia Class submarines for the United States, as well as our allies Australia and the United Kingdom. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/ri-delegation-wants-sba-assistance-for-local-businesses-squeezed-by-washington-bridge-closure | RI Delegation Wants SBA Assistance for Local Businesses Squeezed by Washington Bridge Closure | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to assist small businesses and nonprofits affected by the emergency closure of the Washington Bridge that began on December 11, 2023, Rhode Island's Congressional delegation sent a letter urging the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to promptly review any disaster assistance request from the state and to provide resources to help those impacted. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo say that small businesses, restaurants, and shops that lose income as a result of the emergency Washington Bridge closure should be eligible for SBA assistance, if the state formally requests disaster aid. “The emergency closure of the Washington Bridge was imperative for public safety. The extended closure of this vital corridor may take a serious toll on Rhode Islanders and people throughout the region, especially residents, commuters, and small businesses,” said Reed, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo in a joint statement. “Nearby businesses rely on the bridge for their daily operations. Customers might avoid areas surrounding the bridge due to traffic, which would hit business revenues particularly hard during the busy holiday season, and businesses are already struggling to receive and send out deliveries. “As the state looks to expedite repairs to safely reopen the bridge, we urge the SBA to provide emergency assistance to small businesses along this route, including making low-cost Economic Injury Disaster Loans available, while the bridge is being repaired. Small businesses are pillars of our community and we must do everything we can to help them stay afloat during the busy holiday season.” The delegation also encouraged residents to support local businesses, stating: “This is a critical moment for many of these local businesses. We’ve seen time and again the way Rhode Islanders come together to assist neighbors in need. We encourage everyone to make a point to continue supporting these local businesses and we’re working hard at the fe… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-delivers-floor-speech-house-republicans-impeachment-effort | Rep. Magaziner Delivers Floor Speech on House Republicans’ Impeachment Effort | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor in opposition to House Republicans using valuable time and resources on a baseless impeachment inquiry into President Biden instead of focusing on helping working people in Rhode Island and across the country. Magaziner’s full remarks are below: Mr. Speaker, the Rhode Islanders who I talk to are so disappointed in this Congress. They sent us here to fight to make their lives better, not to play political games like the sham impeachment push that House Republicans are making against the president despite no evidence of wrongdoing. The people expect us to fight to lower costs, to go after the companies that are price gouging working Americans. They expect us to fight for Social Security and Medicare and abortion rights and to fix roads and bridges. Instead, the extreme House Republicans are pushing for impeachment of the president despite having no evidence of wrongdoing. After a year of investigations, we need to remember who sent us here and what they sent us here to fight for. I urge my colleagues, let's fight for working people in this country. Stop the political games. Stop the nonsense and I yield back. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-wants-sba-assistance-local-businesses-squeezed-washington-bridge | RI Delegation Wants SBA Assistance for Local Businesses Squeezed by Washington Bridge Closure | 2023-12-13 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- In an effort to assist small businesses and nonprofits affected by the emergency closure of the Washington Bridge that began on December 11, 2023, Rhode Island's Congressional delegation sent a letter urging the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to promptly review any disaster assistance request from the state and to provide resources to help those impacted. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo say that small businesses, restaurants, and shops that lose income as a result of the emergency Washington Bridge closure should be eligible for SBA assistance, if the state formally requests disaster aid. “The emergency closure of the Washington Bridge was imperative for public safety. The extended closure of this vital corridor may take a serious toll on Rhode Islanders and people throughout the region, especially residents, commuters, and small businesses,” said Reed, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo in a joint statement. “Nearby businesses rely on the bridge for their daily operations. Customers might avoid areas surrounding the bridge due to traffic, which would hit business revenues particularly hard during the busy holiday season, and businesses are already struggling to receive and send out deliveries. “As the state looks to expedite repairs to safely reopen the bridge, we urge the SBA to provide emergency assistance to small businesses along this route, including making low-cost Economic Injury Disaster Loans available, while the bridge is being repaired. Small businesses are pillars of our community and we must do everything we can to help them stay afloat during the busy holiday season.” The delegation also encouraged residents to support local businesses, stating: “This is a critical moment for many of these local businesses. We’ve seen time and again the way Rhode Islanders come together to assist neighbors in need. We encourage everyone to make a point to continue supporting these local businesses and we’re working hard at the f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/ri-delegation-seeks-federal-aid-to-assist-with-washington-bridge-closure | RI Delegation Seeks Federal Aid to Assist with Washington Bridge Closure | 2023-12-12 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In the wake of the emergency closure of the Washington Bridge, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) urging the federal government to free up existing formula funding that could accelerate completion of the emergency work on the Washington Bridge. The Congressional delegation is also urging technical assistance from the feds to optimize work on faster repairs, lane shifts, detour design, shuttle busses, and more. They also requested a meeting with Secretary Buttigieg and urged U.S. DOT to expedite any approvals requested by the state. Today, Reed, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo issued the following joint statement: “Our offices are working together and closely monitoring this situation in coordination with federal, state, and local officials. We stand ready to help the state, support the community, and assist all those impacted by this ongoing emergency bridge closure. “Public safety is paramount. There are lots of moving parts here and we will ensure the federal government does its part to assist Rhode Island with getting this bridge repaired and reopened. “Right now our efforts are focused on working with the U.S. Department of Transportation. In the days and weeks ahead, we anticipate working with additional federal agencies, such as the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and others, on varying impacts from this emergency bridge closure. “We will continue to deliver historic investments to replace, repair, upgrade, and maintain our bridge infrastructure.” Full text of the letter: December 12, 2023 The Honorable Pete Buttigieg Secretary U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Dear Secretary Buttigieg: We are writing for your immediate assistance and focus on a Rhode Island transportation emergency. As we alerted your department yesterday, the westbound span of the Washington Bridge, which carries Interstate 195 … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-seeks-federal-aid-assist-washington-bridge-closure | RI Delegation Seeks Federal Aid to Assist with Washington Bridge Closure | 2023-12-12 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In the wake of the emergency closure of the Washington Bridge, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) urging the federal government to free up existing formula funding that could accelerate completion of the emergency work on the Washington Bridge. The Congressional delegation is also urging technical assistance from the feds to optimize work on faster repairs, lane shifts, detour design, shuttle busses, and more. They also requested a meeting with Secretary Buttigieg and urged U.S. DOT to expedite any approvals requested by the state. Today, Reed, Whitehouse, Magaziner, and Amo issued the following joint statement: “Our offices are working together and closely monitoring this situation in coordination with federal, state, and local officials. We stand ready to help the state, support the community, and assist all those impacted by this ongoing emergency bridge closure. “Public safety is paramount. There are lots of moving parts here and we will ensure the federal government does its part to assist Rhode Island with getting this bridge repaired and reopened. “Right now our efforts are focused on working with the U.S. Department of Transportation. In the days and weeks ahead, we anticipate working with additional federal agencies, such as the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and others, on varying impacts from this emergency bridge closure. “We will continue to deliver historic investments to replace, repair, upgrade, and maintain our bridge infrastructure.” Text of their letter to Secretary Buttigieg (and cc:ed to President Biden) follows: Dear Secretary Buttigieg: We are writing for your immediate assistance and focus on a Rhode Island transportation emergency. As we alerted your department yesterday, the westbound span of the Washington Bridge, which carries Interstate 195 over the Seekonk River between Providence and East Providence, Rhode Island was closed i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/amo-recommended-to-join-house-committee-on-science-space-and-technology | Amo Recommended to Join House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology | 2023-12-11 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee, led by Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY-08), recommended that Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01) be a member of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology (SST). “I am incredibly honored to be recommended to join the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology to ensure that Rhode Island can continue to build our innovation economy and fight climate change,” said Congressman Gabe Amo. “I will be a champion for strong implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act to ensure our state secures the federal resources provided by this historic law, including resources to grow our state’s Blue Economy. With a strong presence of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in our Ocean State, we can be a hub of efforts to protect our environment. I also look forward to advocating for investments in good-paying manufacturing and research jobs, especially for the biotechnology sectors. I’m excited at the work ahead to develop the supply chains of the future to add more rungs to the ladder of opportunities for all Rhode Islanders.” SST has broad jurisdiction over many areas of non-defense Federal research and development (R&D). The Committee has exclusive jurisdiction over the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). The Committee also has authority over R&D activities at the Department of Energy (DOE), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Weather Service (NWS), and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a member of SST, Congressman Amo will be uniquely positioned to advocate for Rhode Island throughout the implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act that was passed during the last Congress. The investments f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-and-gluesenkamp-perez-urge-consumer-financial-protection-bureau | Magaziner and Gluesenkamp Perez Urge Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to Remove Medical Debt from Credit Reports | 2023-12-06 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) and Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) led 57 Members of Congress in a letter urging the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to move swiftly to prevent creditors from using information about Americans’ medical debt to determine credit worthiness. Medical debt is not a reliable predictor of overall financial well-being, and unfair debt collection and coercive credit reporting practices have put a financial strain on millions of Americans. A diminished credit score caused by medical debt could make it more difficult for working people to get a job, buy a house or car, or start a small business. “A medical emergency should not destroy your credit and financial future, but for millions of Americans with medical debt from unexpected health care costs, this is the reality,” said Rep. Magaziner. “We must end unfair debt reporting practices to provide some much-needed breathing room for working people saddled with medical debt in Rhode Island and across the country.” “People don’t have control over falling ill or becoming injured, so their credit score shouldn’t be tanked for having to take on medical debt. Experiencing a health crisis isn’t an informative measure of financial well-being, nevertheless the resulting credit impacts put folks’ financial futures at risk,” said Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez. “CFPB’s proposed rule to end unfair debt reporting practices would make life easier for families in Southwest Washington who might already be facing the immense strain of a medical emergency.” The signatories of the letter include Representatives Seth Magaziner, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, Alma Adams, Jake Auchincloss, Becca Balint, Nanette Barragán, Suzanne Bonamici, Yadira Caraveo, Tony Cárdenas, André Carson, Troy Carter, Greg Casar, Kathy Castor, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Jim Costa, Danny Davis, Mark DeSaulnier, Dwight Evans, Jesús García, Sylvia Garcia, Jared Golden, Daniel Goldman, Vicente Gonzalez, Al Green, Raúl Grijalva, Jonathan Jack… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/amo-joins-congressional-armenian-caucus-and-supports-security-assistance-to-armenia | Amo Joins Congressional Armenian Caucus and Supports Security Assistance to Armenia | 2023-12-05 | 2023 | 2023-12 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01), a member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and Congressional Armenian Caucus, co-signed a bipartisan letter to the House and Senate leaders that expresses support for the inclusion of funds in any supplemental appropriations bill to strengthen the U.S.-Armenia security partnership and help address the severe humanitarian challenges caused by Azerbaijan’s recent aggression. The letter expresses funding needs as a result of the unprovoked military offensive that began in Nagorno-Karabakh on September 19th. “At this inflection point for the Caucasus, U.S. leadership is needed to deter further Azerbaijani aggression and enable Armenians to defend their democracy. To this end, we respectfully request that at least $10 million in Foreign Military Financing (FMF) for Armenia be included in the forthcoming supplemental appropriations package,” the Members wrote. “We are also pleased that the President’s supplemental request includes robust funding for humanitarian aid, and we’re hopeful that a portion of these funds will be made available to Armenia to meet the humanitarian needs of the 120,000 refugees who were recently forced from their homes in Nagorno-Karabakh.” Last week, Congressman Amo joined the bipartisan Congressional Armenian Caucus, which actively works in Congress to address the concerns of the Armenian American community on a broad range of issues. Members of the caucus strive to foster public awareness in support of a free, united, and independent Armenia, and represent the collective Armenian American viewpoint on matters of public policy. The letter was signed by a total of 60 bipartisan members of both the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate including Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), John Fetterman (D-PA), Edward Markey (D-MA), Gary Peters (D-MI), Jack Reed (D-RI), Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Representatives Anna Eshoo (D-CA),… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:14:16Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/amo-reaffirms-support-for-israel-denounces-rise-in-hate-and-announces-foreign-affairs-subcommittee-appointments | Amo Reaffirms Support for Israel, Denounces Rise in Hate, and Announces Foreign Affairs Subcommittee Appointments | 2023-11-29 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) spoke in support of H.Res. 888, which reaffirms the State of Israel’s right to exist, and H.Res. 793, which calls on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. Congressman Amo voted in favor of both measures that passed the House of Representatives. In his remarks, he also encouraged an urgent and collective response to the rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia around the country. Congressman Amo announced today that he will serve as a member of two important subcommittees as a member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Congressman Amo was appointed to the Subcommittee on Europe and Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. Both Subcommittees counted former Congressman David Cicilline (RI-01) as a member. “Today, I am honored to announce that I will join the Subcommittee on Europe and Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. As the son of Liberian and Ghanaian immigrants, I look forward to bringing my unique background to our Committee during this important time for our nation and the world,” Congressman Gabe Amo. “Rhode Islanders should know that I am proud to be a powerful advocate for the Ocean State and continue the leadership of my predecessor on these Subcommittees. We are seeing the importance of America’s engagement and diplomacy in the world unfold in real time. With a Rhode Island perspective, I look forward to helping shape our country’s foreign policy, grounded in our values of defending freedom, championing economic opportunity, upholding human rights, and ensuring the rule of law is respected.” The Subcommittee on Europe and the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia have jurisdiction over the following within its region: Matters affecting the political relations between the United States and the countries of the region, including resolutions or other legislative measures directed to such relations. Legislation with respect to disa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-announces-348-million-innovative-fishing-gear-boost-north | RI Delegation Announces $3.48 Million for Innovative Fishing Gear to Boost North Atlantic Right Whale Conservation Efforts | 2023-11-27 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Providence, RI – Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo announced $3,483,190 in grants to support the adoption of innovative fishing gear in Rhode Island and across New England to reduce the risk of gear entanglement for the endangered North Atlantic right whales. These grants, administered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), will provide additional resources to aid lobster and other fixed-gear fishermen in developing and bringing new ropeless gear technology onto their boats. Funding for the grant program, which was informed by the Right Whale Coexistence Act that Whitehouse and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced, was included in the bipartisan FY2023 government spending bill. “Rhode Island’s fishermen are a vital component of our local economy. This federal funding will ensure that our fishermen have the tools and latest technology they need while helping to protect endangered right whales,” said Senator Reed. “I’m pleased to announce this funding to support innovation in the fishing industry and help equip fishermen with the latest ropeless technology. Fewer ropes in the water will mean fewer entanglements for the endangered North Atlantic right whales,” said Senator Whitehouse, co-founder of the bipartisan Senate Oceans Caucus. “This federal funding will help Rhode Island’s fishing industry by making ropeless gear more affordable while also avoiding entanglements and protecting endangered species,” said Congressman Magaziner, a member of the House Committee on Natural Resources. “The federal funding I am pleased to announce with my colleagues will bolster our conservation efforts, help us improve the fishing industry in our region, and reduce human impacts on North Atlantic right whales,” said Congressman Amo. “Ensuring the hardworking men and women in Rhode Island’s fishing industry have the latest equipment will benefit fishery operations by helping to reduce entang… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-delivers-773k-fuel-local-small-business-growth | RI Delegation Delivers $773k to Fuel Local Small Business Growth | 2023-11-22 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – In an effort to help Rhode Island small business owners unlock the resources they need to succeed, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that the Ocean State is set to receive $773,624 to help very small and underserved businesses access more federal, state, and local funding opportunities and contracts. This federal investment in growing Rhode Island’s small and underserved businesses flows from the U.S. Department of the Treasury State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). Reed and Whitehouse voted to establish the original SSBCI program in 2010 and helped to reauthorize it and deliver a $10 billion boost to the program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act, which was signed into law by President Biden on March 11, 2021. The federal funds announced today are from the SSBCI Technical Assistance Grant Program and will be used to provide legal, accounting, and financial advisory services to help eligible small businesses apply for the SSBCI capital program and access other governmental small business programs. Earlier this year, Senators Reed and Whitehouse and former Congressman David Cicilline secured $61.7 million in SSBCI funding for the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation to establish new small business credit-assistance programs to improve Rhode Island small businesses and entrepreneurs access to capital. “Rhode Island’s small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities and help to drive our economy forward. When we invest in the resources they need to thrive, we are helping to grow their ventures and boost job creation throughout our state,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “This technical assistance funding through SSBCI will help our very small and underserved businesses access additional investments and will have a positive impact on economic development for our Main Street businesses, neighborhoods, and communities that need it most.” “More than half of all working Rhode I… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/amo-joins-bipartisan-group-of-lawmakers-in-calling-for-more-federal-funding-to-fight-antisemitism | Amo Joins Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers in Calling for More Federal Funding to Fight Antisemitism | 2023-11-21 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | PAWTUCKET, RI – Today, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) co-signed a letter urging the leaders of both the U.S. House and Senate Appropriations Committees to provide robust funding to implement the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism for Fiscal Year 2024. “As you enter into negotiations to reconcile House and Senate Fiscal Year 2024 spending measures, we write to urge robust funding to implement the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism,” the Members wrote. “We hope that the strong bipartisan and stakeholder support for the President's plan to reverse the spread of hatred will be reflected in our nation’s budget.” The first-ever U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism announced by President Joe Biden has tasked Congress with funding programs and initiatives to fight antisemitism. These programs include enforcing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act to stop antisemitic harassment on college campuses, funding Nonprofit Security Grants to protect synagogues and other centers of Jewish life, and empowering state and local law enforcement and prosecutors with the tools they need to prevent hate crimes from happening in the first place and effectively prosecute them when they do occur. Fully funding and implementing the strategy would help combat the rise in antisemitic incidents across our nation. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has reported that antisemitic incidents in the U.S. have reached the highest level ever recorded, with nearly 3,700 cases documented. Since the brutal massacre and kidnapping of over 1,400 Israeli civilians by Hamas, the ADL reports that antisemitic incidents were 316% higher than the 200 incidents reported between the October 7 and November 7 period in 2022. The letter was signed by a total of 51 bipartisan members, including Wasserman Schultz and Fitzpatrick as well as Reps. Gabe Amo, Jake Auchincloss, Don Bacon, Suzanne Bonamici, Shontel Brown, Vern Buchanan, Kathy Castor, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Yvette Clarke, Gerald Connolly, Angie Craig, Donald Davis, Lloyd Doggett, Lois… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ccri-us-department-energy-teaming-help-ri-manufacturers-go-green-save-money | CCRI, U.S. Department of Energy Teaming Up to Help RI Manufacturers Go Green & Save Money | 2023-11-17 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WARWICK, RI – The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) adds tremendous workforce value to local manufacturers and helps them improve efficiency and productivity in a variety of ways. Today, CCRI’s efforts to assist local businesses with energy savings is getting a major boost thanks to the Biden Administration selecting CCRI as one of seventeen new Industrial Assessment Centers (IAC) nationwide. And with the new designation comes the potential for significant federal funding. Today, Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation joined Community College of Rhode Island Interim President Dr. Rosemary A. Costigan to celebrate CCRI’s selection by the U.S. Department of Energy as an IAC to help local businesses with energy expenditures. This designation will help CCRI conduct energy audits and expand clean energy workforce training opportunities for in-demand, high-quality jobs. With the designation, CCRI will deliver technical expertise and assistance to conduct assessments at small- and medium-sized manufacturers and commercial and institutional buildings throughout Rhode Island while training CCRI students and incumbent manufacturing workers for quality careers. Trained CCRI experts will be able to provide small and medium enterprises with energy efficiency reports that help identify potential savings with detailed calculations and implementation cost estimates. According to the Department of Energy: “IACs typically identify more than $130,000 in potential annual savings opportunities for every manufacturer assessed, nearly $50,000 of which is implemented during the first year following the assessment. Over 20,000 IAC assessments have been conducted.” “Energy costs are a big concern for businesses of all sizes. This is a major accomplishment for CCRI and a win for local companies, particularly manufacturers, that are sure to benefit and achieve greater efficiencies and cost savings in the future,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee who helped pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://amo.house.gov/press-release/amo-office-is-open-and-ready-to-serve | Amo Office is Open and Ready to Serve | 2023-11-16 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Gabe Amo | A000380 | amo.house.gov | amo | https://amo.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Amo begins first week in Congress speaking on House floor, hiring senior staff, and planning ceremonial swearing-in for Rhode Islanders PAWTUCKET, RI – Following his swearing-in on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this week, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) addressed his colleagues, highlighting his inspiration for service to the people of the First Congressional District. Today, Congressman Amo is proud to announce that Dylan Sodaro will serve as Chief of Staff and Kate Michaud as District Director. Dylan Sodaro brings over a decade of Capitol Hill experience to his role as Congressman Amo’s Chief of Staff, having worked for senior members of the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. of New Jersey (NJ-09) and Congressman Mike Quigley of Illinois (IL-05). “I am eager to welcome Dylan to our office to serve Rhode Island’s First Congressional District,” said Congressman Amo. “He has both the legislative and management experience to effectively lead our office and deliver results for the District. Having served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for Representative Pascrell, Dylan has a deep understanding of the Congress.” Kate Michaud is serving as the District Director after serving as the Town Manager for the Town of Warren since 2018. Prior to her current role, Kate worked as the Director of Planning and Community Development for the Town of Warren and in municipal government in Tiverton. “I am excited that Kate is joining our team because she brings over two decades of experience serving communities in the First District,” said Congressman Amo. “Kate understands the importance of robust constituent services, delivering federal resources, and coordination between local, state, and federal agencies.” Congressman Amo's floor remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you Mr. Speaker. Thank you Representative Magaziner for the warm introduction. And thank you to Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse who, alongside Representative Magaziner … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-and-labor-caucus-co-chairs-urge-swift-adoption-executive-order | Magaziner and Labor Caucus Co-Chairs Urge Swift Adoption of Executive Order on Project Labor Agreements | 2023-11-15 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02), a member of the Congressional Labor Caucus, and the Co-Chairs of the Labor Caucus Reps. Mark Pocan (WI-02), Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Donald Norcross (NJ-01), and Steven Horsford (NV-04) led 87 Members of Congress in a letter urging the swift adoption of President Biden’s executive order requiring federal agencies to use project labor agreements (PLAs) on large-scale federal construction projects. “We strongly support the objectives of this executive order and, given the significant amount of new planned Federal construction projects, it is critical that the executive order be finalized and implemented as soon as possible,” the lawmakers wrote. “[PLAs] not only serve the federal government by being a successful project delivery model, but also advance the interests of contractors and subcontractors (including small businesses), and especially workers, who deserve fair pay and benefits on the job.” Project labor agreements (PLAs) are collective bargaining agreements negotiated between construction unions and contractors that establish the terms and conditions of employment for construction projects. They help ensure that federal projects are completed on-time and on-budget while also creating high-quality, stable jobs for workers, including those historically excluded from construction. Ultimately, both taxpayers and workers benefit. Under the President’s executive order, PLAs will be required for large-scale Federal construction projects that exceed $35 million in cost, but the executive order cannot go into effect until the Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council finalizes a rule to implement the order. The FAR Council proposed its rule on August 19, 2022 and the comment period on the proposal closed in October 18, 2022. This letter has been endorsed by AFL-CIO; International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC); Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, Transportation Workers International Association (SMART); International Brotherhood of Elect… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-condemns-house-republicans-proposed-cuts-education-funding-house | Magaziner Condemns House Republicans’ Proposed Cuts to Education Funding on House Floor | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to condemn House Republicans’ proposed cuts to education funding in the FY24 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. In Rhode Island, these cuts will eliminate access to Head Start for 200 children and remove up to 800 teachers from classrooms serving low-income students. “Every child deserves access to a high-quality education. But House Republicans are proposing harmful cuts that would close the doors of opportunity for millions of children at a time when we're facing a nationwide teacher shortage,” said Rep. Magaziner. “All told, this bill would cut $22.5 billion dollars from the Department of Education. And many of my Republican colleagues who are advocating for these cuts, who are saying we just can't find the money to pay teachers and help kids, had no problem voting for a tax cut program of $1.9 trillion that went disproportionately to billionaires and big corporations. “Please, if you can find trillions of dollars to give to billionaires and big corporations, you can sure as heck find money for teachers and students. “So instead of handouts for those at the top, let's focus on policies that will help working people. I urge my colleagues to oppose this bill. Fight back against extremism and stand up for our kids.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/whitehouse-collins-magaziner-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-spur-use | Whitehouse, Collins, Magaziner Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Spur Use of Innovative Materials in Rebuilding American Infrastructure | 2023-11-14 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – With a generational investment in the nation’s infrastructure underway thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Susan Collins (R-ME) and Representative Seth Magaziner (D-RI) today reintroduced the Innovative Materials for America’s Growth and Infrastructure Newly Expanded (IMAGINE) Act to encourage research and deployment of innovative construction materials in transportation and water infrastructure projects nationwide. Investing in new techniques and materials has the potential to help extend the life of critical public works. “We came together on a bipartisan basis to make historic investments in our nation’s infrastructure. To maximize those efforts, we need to use the most resilient, cost-effective composite materials available to rebuild our roads, bridges and water systems,” said Whitehouse. “Our bipartisan legislation will foster innovation and save taxpayers money along the way. “Leveraging the skills of engineers in Maine and across the country, the IMAGINE Act would support innovative research of construction materials and techniques to help revitalize our nation's manufacturing and transportation infrastructure,” said Senator Collins. “By investing in cutting-edge materials and methods, like those being pioneered at the University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Center, we can extend the lifespan of critical public works, improve their performance, increase construction efficiency, and stimulate job creation.” “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is putting people to work rebuilding our nation’s infrastructure, but we must make sure these projects are built to last,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “I’m proud to introduce the IMAGINE Act with Senators Whitehouse and Collins to include cutting edge technology and climate resiliency into American infrastructure so that our nation’s road and bridges remain strong and dependable for generations.” The IMAGINE Act would create a task force to examine standards and methods used t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/defending-abortion-rights-and-ensuring-transparency-political-spending | Defending Abortion Rights and Ensuring Transparency in Political Spending: Magaziner Leads Charge on Two Critical Provisions for Funding Bill | 2023-11-06 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) introduced and co-sponsored two amendments for the upcoming H.R. 4664 – Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) appropriations bill that would protect abortion rights and require the disclosure of political contributions by corporations. Both amendments would eliminate extreme language House Republicans included in their proposed version of the bill, which is scheduled for a vote later this week. “Women should have the right to decide whether to have an abortion, and voters deserve full transparency about who is spending money to try to influence elections,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “I’m calling on House Republicans to include these critical provisions into this upcoming funding bill, both of which have overwhelming support from the vast majority of Americans.” Rep. Magaziner introduced an amendment to HR 4664 that strikes a section of the bill that prohibits the Securities and Exchange Commission from undertaking a political spending disclosure rulemaking – helping ensure the American people know where their money is going, and whether it is fueling political activities including election denialism, environment degradation, or draconian abortion restrictions. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-magaziner-funding-requests-community-projects-totaling-nearly-2-million | PASSED: Magaziner Funding Requests for Community Projects Totaling Nearly $2 Million for Water Management in RI | 2023-11-03 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced the House passage of federal funding that Magaziner requested for two community projects across Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional district totaling $1,919,504 in the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. “My number one priority is to deliver results for Rhode Islanders, and I am proud to announce the House passage of two community projects that will benefit working people across the state,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “These projects will ensure clean drinking water, reduce pollutants entering waterways, and increase water quality for residents in Johnston and West Warwick.” The following projects passed the House, and will now be considered in the Senate for final passage before being signed into law by the President. $959,752 to manage, reduce, and recapture stormwater in the Town of Johnston. $959,752 to inspect, test, and clean sewer interceptors located within the Town of West Warwick to correct deficiencies within the collection system to prevent catastrophic failure and prevent sewage overflows entering the Pawtuxet River. “The Town of Johnston is grateful for Congressman Magaziner securing funding to assist the Town in managing, reducing, and recapturing stormwater,” said Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. “Recently, Johnston faced massive levels of flooding, which severely impacted our homes, parks, and roadways. Johnston residents deserve their voices to be heard, and we are thankful for this opportunity presented to us by Congressman Magaziner and his office." “The management team and users of the West Warwick Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility thank Rep. Magaziner for requesting this federal funding that will allow us to address pressing maintenance needs within our aging infrastructure that will ultimately benefit the health of our communities – including residents from West Warwick, Coventry, Warwick, Cranston and Scituate — as well as the Pawtuxet River,” said Mark Knott (Col. Ret.), Town Ma… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-magaziner-budzinski-call-equitable-access-restrooms-women-workplace | Reps. Magaziner, Budzinski Call for Equitable Access to Restrooms for Women in the Workplace | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC — Representatives Seth Magaziner (RI-02) and Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) led ten members of Congress in a letter to Assistant Secretary Douglas L. Parker, calling on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to assess current sanitation standards and to evaluate the extent to which workers have adequate access to bathroom facilities. Inadequate sanitation standards are denying workers, especially women in male-dominated industries, dignity, and respect in the workplace. Some women report restricting their water intake in an attempt to use the restroom less, while others report having to travel miles away from a worksite to access an adequate restroom. “We are alarmed by the growing reports from workers, particularly women, who are sharing disturbing testimonials about their lack of access to adequate bathroom facilities at their place of work,” wrote the lawmakers. “We request OSHA assess the adequacy of current sanitation standards and to evaluate the extent to which workers actually have prompt access to bathroom facilities.” “Workers everywhere, across all industries should have their basic human rights met,” the lawmakers continued. A PDF of the letter can be found HERE and the full text of the letter is below: Dear Assistant Secretary Parker: We are alarmed by the growing reports from workers, particularly women, who are sharing disturbing testimonials about their lack of access to adequate bathroom facilities at their place of work. We request OSHA assess the adequacy of current sanitation standards and to evaluate the extent to which workers actually have prompt access to bathroom facilities. While OSHA requires employers to provide all workers with sanitary and immediately-available restrooms to ensure that workers do not suffer adverse health effects, we’ve learned that’s not the case for many workers across industries. Women working on construction sites have reported limiting their intake of liquids during the workday or habitually delaying use of the bathroom to avoid … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-delivers-38-million-port-infrastructure-quonset | RI Delegation Delivers $3.8 Million for Port Infrastructure at Quonset | 2023-11-02 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner today announced $3.8 million in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) to construct a ramp at the Port of Davisville’s Pier 1 to accommodate stern offload roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) vessels that carry automobiles and other wheeled cargo. Quonset Development Corporation, which manages the Port of Davisville, is currently in the process of reconstructing the perimeter of Pier 1. The new award will support continued improvements to Pier 1, including the construction of a stern ramp that will accommodate a growing and diverse fleet of ro-ro vessels that are more commonly being used for cargo transfer due to a shortage of other kinds of transport vessels. The Port of Davisville, Rhode Island’s only public port, is a key part of the Quonset Business Park, which is home to more than 200 companies and over 13,000 jobs. Last year, the delegation secured $11.25 million through PIDP to support upgrades to the port’s North Berth at Pier 1. In 2020, an additional $11.14 million was secured under PIDP for the first phase of improvements to Pier 1. “I’m pleased to once again deliver federal funding to help the Port of Davisville make long-term infrastructure investments that will lead to substantial efficiency gains and extend the operational capabilities of the port. We have worked hard to make Quonset a strategic gateway for the import and movement of automobiles and other cargo. The new stern off-load ramp will help drive more business to Rhode Island by allowing different types of vessels to process more cargo, safely and efficiently,” said Reed. “Thanks in part to frequent federal infrastructure investments, the Port of Davisville has become a regional leader in car imports and an economic engine for the Ocean State,” said Whitehouse. “This new award will support ongoing investments in the Port’s infrastructure and overall capacity that help create … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-help-secure-56m-federal-financing-block-island-water | Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Help Secure $5.6M in Federal Financing for Block Island Water Infrastructure Upgrades | 2023-11-01 | 2023 | 2023-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In a significant win for public health, safety, and fresh water supply on Block Island, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced that the federal government is investing $5,581,000 to upgrade water infrastructure on Block Island. As an island ecosystem, Block Island relies on rainfall and wells to replenish the island’s supply of freshwater. Additionally, Block Island Water Company uses reverse-osmosis to treat brackish water wells and provide fire protection and potable water supply for residents and businesses. The new federal funds will flow to the Town of New Shoreham through a $2,509,000 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development grant and a $3,072,000 low-interest USDA loan. The Town of New Shoreham and the New Shoreham Water District will be responsible for providing $120,000 for the projects, which include: Adding a 248,000-gallon water storage tank. Constructing a reverse-osmosis treatment system to produce an additional 144,000 gallons per day of treated water; and Developing a well field which can generate 100 gallons per minute raw water supply. With these elements, the Block Island Water Department will: Increase water storage capacity to 548,000 gallons; Increase treatment system production to 231,000 gallons per day; and Total raw water production will exceed 184 gallons per minute. “A reliable, sustainable supply of clean water is vital to maintaining public health, generating economic activity, and protecting our environment,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee who worked with town officials and USDA to cut red tape for Block Island’s grant and loan application. “I am pleased to help deliver these federal funds so Block Island can meet its water needs now and in the future. This is a smart investment in clean, reliable water that is necessary for public health and safety. It’s good for homeowners, local businesses, and tourism. The fire at the Harborside Inn was a solemn re… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T01:01:09Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/grassroots-funding-reed-whitehouse-magaziner-deliver-35-million-advance | Grassroots Funding: Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Deliver $3.5 Million to Advance Community-Driven Environmental Justice Initiatives | 2023-10-25 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- In an effort to improve public health and wellness through cleaner air and reduced lead hazards, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner announced $3,439,618 to fund five environmental justice projects across the state. Reed and Whitehouse voted to commit federal funding for these grants, which are administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as part of the historic Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169), which President Biden signed into law in August of 2022. The Biden Administration is directing this round of federal investment to community-driven projects focused on neighborhoods that are underserved and overburdened by pollution with the goal of improving community health, wellness, and resiliency. “This federal funding will help plant seeds of change that lead to more greenery, cleaner air and water, and fewer lead hazards in underserved neighborhoods. This is a smart investment in community health and wellness. These programs can be a catalyst for lasting change, both in terms of creating more green space, improving public health, and also creating new opportunities for economic growth and community revitalization,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “When we invest in public health and environmental justice, we are strengthening our state for generations,” said Senator Whitehouse. “This federal funding will help reduce childhood lead poisoning and expand the state’s efforts to improve air quality in urban communities.” “Access to clean air and water must be a right for every Rhode Islander,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “This federal funding is vital to keeping Rhode Islanders healthy by ensuring clean air, preventing lead poisoning, and reducing contaminants entering waterways.” “For too long, communities of color in Rhode Island have borne the brunt of pollution, endured underinvestment in infrastructure and critical services, and consequently suffered disproportionate health and econ… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-governor-mckee-announce-ri-ocean-tech-hub-designation | RI Delegation & Governor McKee Announce RI Ocean Tech Hub Designation | 2023-10-23 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Building on decades of investment, research, and innovation in undersea robotics and ocean engineering, Rhode Island has been identified as one of 31 regions driving American global competitiveness in key technology areas. Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner joined Governor Dan McKee to announce that the Biden Administration has designated Rhode Island to be home to one of 31 inaugural regional Tech Hubs across the country. This first-of-its-kind designation was authorized by the CHIPS and Science Act. Rhode Island was selected due to the Ocean State’s potential for rapid growth in undersea robotics, automation, and advanced materials. This designation also positions Rhode Island to compete for the next phase of Tech Hubs Program funding, which will invest between $50 to $75 million in at least 5 regional hubs. The Ocean Tech Hub, a consortium led by Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, will leverage the Ocean State’s unique coastal assets – including seven commercial ports and shallow and deep ocean access – to establish digital and physical testing and manufacturing environments for rapid prototype testing and delivery to meet the growing commercial demand. In doing so, the Ocean Tech Hub seeks to advance ocean technology innovation and become a global leader in the growing ocean economy. “The Ocean State is a leader in ocean tech and the Blue Economy and I commend the Biden Administration for selecting Rhode Island as one of the 31 inaugural Tech Hubs,” said Senator Reed. “This Tech Hub designation, paired with federal funding for Rhode Island, will help foster more collaboration and development across our region to position the Ocean State as a global leader in undersea automation and technological development.” “Rhode Island’s location and access to talent has long positioned our state to be a leader in innovation across growing sectors, including cutting edge technology and artificial intelligence,” said Senator Whitehouse. “I am p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-announce-44m-federal-grant-help-ri-build-healthier | Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Announce $4.4M Federal Grant to Help RI Build Healthier Communities | 2023-10-18 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse along with U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner today announced new federal funding that will make Rhode Island a healthier place to live, work, and play by expanding access to healthy foods and increasing opportunities for exercise. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is awarding a 5-year $4.4 million grant to the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) as part of the State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN) Program to improve physical activity, nutrition, and wellness initiatives. Rhode Island may use the federal funding to support key components of RIDOH’s 2023–2028 Rhode Island Healthy Eating and Active Living (HEAL) Strategic Plan, a statewide strategic plan for physical activity and nutrition which aims to improve community health and decrease the incidence of chronic diseases. The federal grant -- which is scheduled to be distributed in annual awards of $888,000 this month and over the following four years -- is designed to help fight obesity and promote healthy nutrition, wellness, and physical activity. Rhode Island may tap the federal SPAN funds to implement statewide and local initiatives and activities in multiple settings, including in schools, childcare facilities, senior centers, worksites, or other community setting to address several target areas, such as increasing physical activity; boosting the consumption of fruits and vegetables; or decreasing the consumption of sugar sweetened beverages. The federal funds will help address health disparities related to poor nutrition, physical activity, and obesity. “When it comes to community health, Rhode Island is making progress. This new federal funding will help the state and its partners address several health priorities and end health disparities,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “Ultimately, the goal is to make it easier for everyone, regardless of their income, to lead a healthy, active lifestyle. So we must continue w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-secures-house-passage-funding-new-emergency-operations-center | Magaziner Secures House Passage of Funding for New Emergency Operations Center in Warwick | 2023-10-03 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) celebrated the House passage of his funding request to ensure a modern, fully-operational Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for Warwick’s nearly 83,000 residents that will improve emergency response in the event of a natural disaster or incidents affecting the well-being and security of the community.` The $530,437 in federal funding requested will be used to relocate the 70-year-old Warwick Fire Department’s Emergency Operations Center to the Department’s newest station in the Potowomut neighborhood and ensure the EOC is equipped with state-of-the-art security measures and upgraded equipment. This community project funding request passed in H.R. 4367, The Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act. “When Rhode Islanders are in danger, they deserve swift assistance, and this federal funding for the Warwick Fire Department will improve emergency response times to keep Warwick residents safe,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I am committed to supporting first responders in Congress and ensuring they are equipped with the tools they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. While I could not vote for H.R. 4367, which contained funding cuts in other areas that I disagree with, I am glad that my funding request for the Warwick EOC was included.” “The Warwick Fire Department is grateful for Representative Magaziner’s efforts to help secure federal funding to improve delivery of life-saving services for our communities,” said Warwick Fire Department Chief Peter McMichael. “This funding will help equip local first responders with the resources they need to respond to emergencies quickly and effectively.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-celebrates-1-million-federal-funding-expand-warwick-health-center | Magaziner Celebrates $1 Million in Federal Funding to Expand Warwick Health Center Service | 2023-10-02 | 2023 | 2023-10 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) applauded a $1 million grant for Comprehensive Community Action’s Everett C. Wilcox Health Center in Warwick. This federal funding, requested by former Rhode Island Representative James Langevin, was awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services to meet growing demands for health services at the Wilcox Center and increase patient intake. “Rhode Islanders deserve nothing but the best care, and I am fighting in Congress in furtherance of this mission,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02). “This federal funding will be used to construct a new building to ensure working people receive high-quality, timely, and accessible patient-centered care. I want to thank former Representative James Langevin again for securing this funding for our state.” “We are so grateful to both former Congressman Langevin and Congressman Magaziner for shepherding this request through the many channels of government,” said Joanne McGunagle, President and CEO of Comprehensive Community Action. “This funding will go towards the construction of a new health center for the City of Warwick. The project could not reach completion without this appropriation.” The Wilcox Center is an open access point for health care for uninsured, underinsured and publicly insured Rhode Island residents. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Wilcox Center provided health and dental services to over 6,000 patients. By expanding its primary care capacity, the Wilcox Center can generate more internal and external program referrals, ultimately benefiting Rhode Islander health outcomes. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:49:26Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-announces-43-million-enhance-public-safety-and-support-local-law | RI Delegation Announces $4.3 Million to Enhance Public Safety and Support Local Law Enforcement | 2023-09-29 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – New federal criminal justice funding is coming to Rhode Island police departments and the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety (DPS). In an effort to keep people safe and help law enforcement thwart crime, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner today announced $4,274,982 in federal funding to support local law enforcement. The federal funds will be used for a variety of programs to keep people and communities safe, including: Combating fentanyl trafficking and expanding substance use disorder treatment and recovery services and behavioral and mental health programs; Preventing domestic violence and assisting survivors; Bolstering forensic science research and services and enhancing the tracing/tracking of firearms; Upgrading criminal records systems; and Preventing children from being victimized by online predators. “From cracking down on drug traffickers to investing in cutting-edge technology, this federal funding will help local law enforcement keep people and communities safe. It will help ensure our police officers and law enforcement agencies have the equipment and training they need to effectively serve and protect and deter and solve crime. It will also help provide reliable, cost-effective and rapid methods for processing evidence and criminal justice information, and ensure that information is accurate, up to date, and widely shared across law enforcement and the criminal justice system so no one slips through the cracks and no cases are mistakenly overlooked. It also wisely invests in community violence intervention and prevention programs,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Appropriations Committee who helped deliver roughly $771 million for the Byrne-Justice Assistance Grants (JAG) program in the FY 2023 Consolidated Appropriations law. “Local law enforcement agencies protect communities across Rhode Island each day, and they deserve every resource available to do their jobs safely and effectively,” said Senator Whitehouse, … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-governor-mckee-announce-2-million-clean-energy-job-training | RI Delegation & Governor McKee Announce $2 Million for Clean-Energy Job Training | 2023-09-29 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – As Rhode Island continues building toward a clean, reliable, affordable energy future, it is critical that the state has a strong pipeline of skilled workers to meet demand. To provide job training and employment opportunities to local job seekers trying to start a career in the clean energy sector, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner today joined Governor Dan McKee in announcing $2 million in federal funds to develop and launch a new workforce and career development program aimed at preparing Rhode Islanders from historically underserved communities to attain family-sustaining careers building and expanding needed infrastructure for the transition to a net-zero emissions economy. Administered by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration (ETA) and awarded to the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training (DLT), the $2 million federal grant is from the Building Pathways to Infrastructure Jobs Grant Program. These funds will help DLT prepare Rhode Islanders for good-paying jobs in expanding sectors like renewable energy, transportation, and broadband infrastructure. The grant will be used to develop the Growing the Renewable Energy Employment Network (GREEN) program, which will target unemployed and underemployed Rhode Islanders, especially in the state’s urban core, to ensure a diverse pipeline into renewable energy infrastructure careers. “This federal job training funding will empower workers to upskill their careers, help meet growing job demand, and drive our economy forward. It’s a win for job-seekers and businesses alike and a smart investment in accelerating the transition to clean energy and combating climate change. Businesses facing workforce shortages need skilled workers and we need to prepare more Rhode Islanders for good-paying careers in skilled trades. This program will help grow the middle-class and the green economy and ensure we have a diverse, highly-skilled workforce. DLT will put this money t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/whitehouse-reed-magaziner-colleagues-urge-departments-state-and-treasury | Whitehouse, Reed, Magaziner, & Colleagues Urge Departments of State and Treasury to Impose Sanctions on Azerbaijan Officials | 2023-09-28 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Jack Reed (D-RI), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner (D-RI), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), and Frank Pallone (D-NJ) have sent a bipartisan, bicameral letter to the Departments of State and Treasury calling for sanctions on individuals in the government of Azerbaijan who are associated with the military attacks against and brutal blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh. The signatories cited the discretionary authority of the leaders of both agencies under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act to hold the perpetrators of the ongoing human rights crisis in Nagorno-Karabakh accountable. “Azerbaijan has blocked the Lachin Corridor, the only route connecting Armenia with Nagorno-Karabakh, depriving some 120,000 Armenians of freedom of movement and access to food, medication, hygiene products, and other commercial goods. The blockade’s effects are particularly acute for at-risk groups, such as children, elderly people, people with disabilities and chronic health conditions, whose access to healthcare services is severely limited or disrupted,” wrote the lawmakers. “After over nine months of trying to starve out the ethnic Armenian population in Nagorno-Karabakh, the Azerbaijani military launched a full-scale assault on the region on September 19, resulting in a ceasefire and the capitulation of the local government on September 20,” added the lawmakers. “This attack has exacerbated concerns about the worsening of the humanitarian crisis, and statements from the government of Azerbaijan about ‘re-integration’ raise the specter of ethnic cleansing and cultural genocide.” “America is a world leader on international human rights and must continue to serve as a mediating force and supporter of peace in the region,” they concluded. The letter was cosigned by Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Bob Casey (D-PA), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Dianne Feinstein … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-holds-press-conference-elevate-voices-rhode-islanders-who-will-be | Magaziner Holds Press Conference to Elevate Voices of Rhode Islanders Who Will Be Harmed By Government Shutdown | 2023-09-26 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, RI — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) held a press conference to bring attention to the devastating impact a federal government shutdown would have on working Rhode Islanders, elevate the voices of groups that would be affected, and encourage House Republican leadership to take action to avert this manufactured crisis. House Republican leadership has threatened to shut down the government — despite the fact that both parties in Congress and President Biden had already agreed to a deal on government spending levels for the coming year. The decision of House Republicans to back out of the deal they agreed to is jeopardizing services and pay for thousands of working Rhode Islanders. “A government shutdown would be devastating for working people in Rhode Island and across the country, and it is our duty to do everything we can to prevent this from happening,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I’m fighting to stop this manufactured crisis, and I’m calling on my House Republican colleagues to put aside partisanship and work with Democrats to prevent a shutdown. The jobs and paychecks of working Rhode Islanders should not fall victim to political games.” “We must not allow the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect our country go without pay,” said Matthew McCoy, a 23-year retired U.S. Navy veteran from North Kingstown, RI. “A government shutdown would threaten our national security, military readiness, and recruitment while impacting the financial stability of military families. Our service members shouldn’t suffer because of political stunts. Congress must work to ensure the government remains open and our troops are paid.” “Social Security and Medicare are bureaucratic, complex systems; and the people who use those systems – senior citizens and older adults with disabilities – often need help in order to get the benefits, care and assistance they are entitled to,” said Cindy Coyne, Executive Director of the Senior Agenda Coalition and former Rhode Island State Senator. “A governmen… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/new-11-million-federal-award-fund-rwu-nbep-partnered-watershed-protection | New $1.1 Million Federal Award to Fund RWU-NBEP Partnered Watershed Protection Projects | 2023-09-26 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | BRISTOL, RI – In an effort to protect Narragansett Bay, promote environmental stewardship, and enhance coastal resiliency and the blue economy, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner today announced $1.1 million in federal funding for Roger Williams University to continue working with the Narragansett Bay Estuary Program (NBEP) on issues pertaining to coastal ecosystems. The federal funds flow to the Ocean State under the National Estuary Program, which is a network of 28 place-based organizations working to restore “estuaries of national significance” around the United States. The Narragansett Bay Estuary Program activates a 30-member partnership of government, academic, scientific, and conservation organizations for the preservation, protection, restoration, and improvement of Narragansett Bay, Little Narragansett Bay. the Rhode Island Coastal Ponds, and their vast watersheds. This new award brings the total granted to NBEP in FY23 to more than $2 million, thanks in part to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Southeast New England Program (SNEP), and Senator Whitehouse’s Protect and Restore America's Estuaries Act. Senator Reed spearheaded the creation of SNEP as a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Whitehouse’s law nearly doubled the program’s authorization to $50 million per year annually for 2022 through 2026 to help protect 28 individual estuaries and watersheds in the United States. The federal funds may be used to further planning, research, and outreach for programs that engage local communities on issues such as wildlife and habitat restoration, water quality, storm protection and rising sea levels. “The strong community partnership between Roger Williams University and the Narragansett Bay Estuary Program is paying dividends for our coastal communities and improving the health of our waters. I commend Senator Whitehouse for his leadership in protecting not only Narragansett Bay, but estuaries and ecosystems nationwide. This ne… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-delivers-459k-local-firefighters | RI Delegation Delivers $459k for Local Firefighters | 2023-09-26 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to ensure Rhode Island firefighters have the tools they need to efficiently and effectively respond to emergencies and to stay safe while protecting and serving their communities, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced $459,475 in federal funding for East Greenwich Fire Department, Harrisville Fire District, and Hope Valley Fire District to purchase new equipment. The federal funds are being awarded through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. These federal grants are designed to enhance local fire departments’ abilities to comply with response, equipment, and operational standards established by the National Fire Protection Association. The following communities will receive AFG grants to enhance the safety of firefighters and purchase needed equipment: East Greenwich Fire Department will receive $167,464 for the purchase of interoperable P25 radios that will replace obsolete, unrepairable equipment and assist the department by providing reliable communications during local and mutual aid incidents. Harrisville Fire District will receive $271,260 to purchase 30 new self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA); 1 new RIT Pack, which supply emergency air reserves; and 10 additional facepieces. These upgrades will enable the district to outfit all members with their own fitted masks and will allow for the retirement of noncompliant SCBAs, nearly half of which are more than 10 years old. Hope Valley-Wyoming Fire District will receive $20,750 for a new hose and nozzles on the district’s fire apparatus which will allow firefighters to respond to emergencies as a full-engine company as opposed to a brush truck. These equipment upgrades are necessitated by new residential developments in the jurisdiction of Station 3. “Every time a call comes in, our firefighters risk their lives to protect their community. They deserve the best equipment… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-condemns-sen-tuberville-undermining-us-servicemembers-and-national | Magaziner Condemns Sen. Tuberville for Undermining U.S. Servicemembers and National Security | 2023-09-18 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to condemn Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville for his unprecedented action to block senior military promotions, undermining our military service members and national security. “Since February, the Alabama Senator has blocked more than 300 qualified officers in the military from receiving the promotions that they have earned, and from assuming the posts that our country needs them in. “No one is happier with the Senator from Alabama’s antics than Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, and our nation’s other adversaries. By undermining our military, he is doing their dirty work for them. “I disagree with the Senator on abortion, as do most Americans, but one thing we all ought to agree on is that whatever our differences may be, using military service members as political props is just plain wrong. “Military personnel, from the most junior rank to the highest, dedicate their lives to protecting our nation and upholding the ideals we hold dear. “It is our duty to support them, and they deserve better than the Senator from Alabama’s shameful antics.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-gets-675m-boost-inflation-reduction-act-funds-tree-planting-job-growth | RI Gets $6.75M Boost in Inflation Reduction Act Funds for Tree Planting & Job Growth | 2023-09-15 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today hailed $6.75 million in federal funding for three projects that will plant more trees in East Providence, Pawtucket, and across the state. In addition to expanding tree canopies across Rhode Island and improving air quality, the federal funds will also grow youth and job training programs helping make the community greener through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Program. Reed and Whitehouse voted to commit more than $1.5 billion in federal grants for tree planting as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169) with the goal of helping communities become more resilient to climate change, while improving access to nature and promoting health and wellness in urban areas. In April, Rhode Island received $1.2 million in Inflation Reduction Act funding for the state’s Urban and Community Forestry Program. Today’s announcement brings the total to nearly $8 million for IRA-funded urban forestry initiatives across the state. With today’s announcement, Rhode Island is getting federal funds for three key projects: $3 million for the state’s Executive Office of Health and Human Services to support community-level work and provide comprehensive urban forestry training and technical assistance (TA) to diverse stakeholders to develop Urban Forestry Action Plans, leveraging existing investments in expanding tree canopy to advance planning, management, maintenance, and stewardship of urban forests. $3 million for the Pawtucket Foundation to provide new trees and bioretention green infrastructure planting strips in five key neighborhood locations including the transit center, primary arteries out of downtown, and other residential and commercial areas. $750,000 for the City of East Providence to implement a city-wide urban forestry plan with three major components: tree planting, a workforce development program, and environmental education programs. These progra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-spends-district-work-period-meeting-constituents-across-rhode | Magaziner Spends District Work Period Meeting Constituents Across Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional District | 2023-09-13 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. – During the summer district work period, Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02) traveled across Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District to meet with constituents, hear from community leaders, and discuss his work in Congress to fight for working people. “From Burrillville to Block Island, Westerly to Warwick, I have been traveling across our state to talk directly with working Rhode Islanders,” said Rep. Magaziner. “The feedback I received from my constituents will help me best advocate for Rhode Island and inform my work in Congress to lower costs, strengthen the middle class, protect Social Security and Medicare, and defend abortion rights.” Image Some highlights from this District Work Period: Image Rep. Magaziner welcomed US Small Businesses Administrator Isabel Guzman to the Knightsville neighborhood Cranston to highlight how his office is working with the SBA to support Rhode Island small businesses. Together, they visited Lou Umberto's Italian Kitchen, Spark Bridal Outlet, and DiFruscia Industries. Rep Magaziner also hosted a seniors town hall in Cranston, where he discussed protecting Social Security and Medicare and lowering costs for working people. He joined constituents and community leaders for several events, from the Cranston Greek Festival to a LiUNA Local 271 Membership Meeting to discuss strengthening and growing the middle class, securing better wages, benefits, and working conditions for Rhode Islanders. Image At the Representative's district office in Warwick, Rep. Magaziner held a press conference with gun violence prevention activists to announce his ‘Keeping Gun Dealers Honest Act’ legislation that would help stop the flow of illegal firearms into our communities. Rep. Magaziner also held a roundtable discussion with striking RI members of SAG-AFTRA to discuss the workers’ rights to collectively bargain for better pay and benefits. Rep. Magaziner also attended several community events in Warwick, including National Night Out with the Warwick Police Department, the Gaspee … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-urges-continued-support-ukraine-house-floor | Magaziner Urges Continued Support for Ukraine on House Floor | 2023-09-13 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to urge Congress to support continued aid to Ukraine. “I rise to support continued United States assistance to the people of Ukraine, in their fight for freedom from Vladimir Putin’s terrible invasion. He is single-handedly responsible for unthinkable suffering. 70,000 Ukrainians killed. 13 million citizens forced from their homes. [...] All to fuel the ego of a dictator in Moscow. “And make no mistake, if Putin succeeds in his invasion of Ukraine he will not stop there. Like all dictators, he sees democracy anywhere as a threat. He does not want his own people to believe that nations with free elections and civil rights for their citizens can be strong. “Let’s show the world that America stands with democracies and not dictators. “The United States will not send troops to Ukraine. This is the Ukrainians’ war to fight, and they are fighting it. Fighting for their families and their freedom, with incredible bravery. But they do need our help. I urge all of my colleagues to support the supplemental budget request for aid to Ukraine.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-announces-over-66m-support-survivors-violent-crime-enhance | RI Delegation Announces Over $6.6M to Support Survivors of Violent Crime & Enhance Forensic Science | 2023-09-13 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to provide essential services to victims of violent crimes and survivors of sexual assault and bolster the state’s ability to process DNA evidence, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced new federal funding totaling $6,632,629 for the Rhode Island Department of Public Safety, the Rhode Island Department of Health, and Sojourner House. The Rhode Island Department of Public Safety is receiving two federal grants totaling $5.58 million to support victims of violent crimes who suffer personal, physical, or emotional injury. These grants include a $4,795,700 award through the Victim Assistance Formula Grant Program, which is funded by the Victims of Crime Act’s (VOCA) Crime Victims Fund, and $786,929 through the Sexual Assault Services (SASP) Formula Grant Program. Federal SASP funds support rape crisis centers and organizations that provide services and assistance to victims of sexual violence and non-offending family and household members of victims. These funds will provide survivors and their families with support services and direct compensation as a result of their experiences with violent crime. The Rhode Island Department of Health is receiving a $650,000 federal grant to increase efficiency and reduce the backlog of forensic DNA casework processed by the Forensic Sciences Laboratory (RIDOH-FSL). The laboratory serves numerous state agencies including state and municipal police, the Office of the State Medical Examiner, Attorney General, and other law enforcement agencies. These federal funds will support the hiring of two full-time Senior Forensic Scientists and will allow for additional overtime for all certified forensic analysts to process DNA casework. The RIDOH-FSL expects to reduce the casework backlog by at least 125 cases. Furthermore, this federal assistance will enable the laboratory to process incoming cases within an average 90-day time frame for non-violent crimes and 30 days for violent crimes. Sojourner Hous… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:37:48Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-holds-labor-roundtable-striking-ri-members-sag-aftra | Magaziner Holds Labor Roundtable with Striking RI Members of SAG-AFTRA | 2023-09-07 | 2023 | 2023-09 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, RI — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) held a labor roundtable discussion with Rhode Island members of SAG-AFTRA who have been on strike while seeking better pay, benefits, and working conditions. “Every worker deserves to be fairly compensated for their work,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “Fair pay and benefits means that SAG-AFTRA members can afford health care, groceries, and housing. I encourage all parties to come to the table in good faith and negotiate an equitable contract for all.” “Our demand for fair compensation isn't just about the numbers – it's about the recognition of our talent, our dedication, and our value,” said Andrea Lyman, SAG-AFTRA New England Local President. “SAG-AFTRA will not give up until we receive our fair share of residuals, a reasonable increase in rates to keep up with inflation and real, true, protections for our voices and images from Artificial Intelligence. We will continue to fight for a fair and equitable and respectful contract and we will win.” On June 5, 2023, SAG-AFTRA voted in favor of a strike authorization by 98%. Among SAG-AFTRA’s requests are increased minimum pay rates, increased streaming residuals (neither of which have kept up with inflation), safeguards from AI, and improved working conditions. Additionally, royalty payments – which are dependent on the number of a show’s reruns – have plummeted due to streaming. Many actors rely on these residuals to supplement their income until their next role. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:35:26Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/international-overdose-awareness-day-ri-delegation-announces-500000-prevent | On International Overdose Awareness Day, RI Delegation Announces $500,000 to Prevent Youth Substance Use in Communities Across Rhode Island | 2023-08-31 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Providence, RI – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner announced today that four Rhode Island Drug Free Communities (DFC) coalitions have been awarded a total of $500,000 from the White House Office of National Drug Policy (ONDCP) to combat the overdose epidemic and prevent youth substance use. Whitehouse, Chairman of the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control and a Senate leader on addiction recovery issues, helped secure more than $109 million for the DFC program in the most recent government funding bill. “I’m pleased to work with local communities to support these federal grants to help prevent and reduce substance abuse. These federal funds are part of a comprehensive approach to combatting the drug abuse epidemic through prevention, treatment, and interdiction,” said U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “As we mark International Overdose Awareness Day, these new federal funds will support local, evidence-based strategies to prevent substance use among young people and help save lives.” “The addiction epidemic has taken an enormous toll on families across Rhode Island and requires a community-centered response,” said Senator Whitehouse. "Our Drug Free Communities coalitions are leading comprehensive efforts to stop youth drug use before it starts, and I am pleased to help secure federal funding to support this life-saving work.” “So many of us know a family member, friend, or loved one who has been affected by substance use, and no one should be alone in this fight,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “This federal funding for Rhode Island’s Drug Free Communities coalitions will help prevent youth substance use, combat the overdose epidemic, and support those in recovery.” The DFC Program is the nation’s leading effort to mobilize communities to prevent youth substance use. It provides grants to community coalitions to foster collaboration among local partners to create and sustain reductions in youth substance use. The followi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-calls-continued-federal-support-wake-devastating-block-island-fire | Magaziner Calls for Continued Federal Support in Wake of Devastating Block Island Fire | 2023-08-31 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) sent a letter to Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman calling for continued federal support from the Small Business Administration to help Block Island residents, small businesses, and the community recover from a devastating fire that tore through the historic Harborside Inn and damaged neighboring buildings. “As we continue to navigate the recovery process, I kindly ask for the SBA to use all available tools to support affected businesses and individuals,” Rep. Magaziner wrote. “The loss of a historic building and damage to multiple businesses have devastated the community and continued support is crucial for our community’s sustained revival. The road to recovery is still ahead and the collaboration between the SBA and Rhode Island remains crucial. Please know that I am committed to working closely with you to address all ongoing needs.” The federal government has approved Rhode Island’s disaster declaration, opening up federal resources for the business and residents of Block Island impacted by the fire. The Disaster Loan Outreach Center, located in New Shoreham Town Hall, will be open every day – except for Labor Day – through September 13. Those interested in applying for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan have until May 28, 2024 to file a claim. A PDF of the letter can be found HERE and the full text of the letter is below: Dear Administrator Guzman: I write to express my sincere gratitude for the swift approval by the Small Business Administration of Rhode Island’s disaster declaration to aid businesses impacted by the Block Island Harborside Inn fire in New Shoreham, Rhode Island. This disaster declaration makes available crucial support that will help residents, small businesses, and the community weather the challenges of this disaster. These Economic Injury Disaster Loans will allow employers to maintain payroll, continue providing benefits, and remain in operation as the town works to rebuild. As we continue to naviga… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-thompson-ramirez-carter-and-magaziner-request-dhs-fbi-briefing-threats | Reps. Thompson, Ramirez, Carter, and Magaziner Request DHS & FBI Briefing on Threats to HBCUs | 2023-08-30 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC — Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, Rep. Delia Ramirez (D-IL), Vice Ranking Member of the Committee, and Rep. Troy Carter (D-LA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Emergency Management & Technology, and Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement & Intelligence, sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray requesting a briefing on the agencies’ assessment of threats to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and efforts to stop persistent and dangerous harassment after Saturday’s horrific shooting in Jacksonville, Florida where a domestic terrorist stalked the campus of Edward Waters University – an HBCU – prior to carrying out his deadly attack. “Threats of violence against Historically Black Colleges and Universities are part of a broader, disturbing trend of domestic extremists targeting people of color, and we must do more to ensure these communities are safe and protected,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “As the Ranking Member on the Committee on Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement & Intelligence, I’m committed to addressing these dangerous threats with urgency so we can root out racially motivated violence and domestic extremism before they occur.” Letter excerpts: As you know, HBCUs have experienced an unprecedented number of threats of violence – particularly bomb threats – over the course of last year. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the first in a related series of bomb threats occurred on January 4, 2022. Following the January 4 threat, there were 28 total bomb threats targeting Black academic institutions over the span of one month. In February 2022, there were at least another six bomb threats at HBCUs, including Howard University. In total, more than a third of all HBCUs in the Nation were targe… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-applauds-historic-announcement-lower-prescription-drug-costs | Magaziner Applauds Historic Announcement to Lower Prescription Drug Costs | 2023-08-29 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Cranston, RI — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) applauded the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' announcement of the first 10 prescription drugs selected for Medicare price negotiation. This provision, included in the Inflation Reduction Act which was signed into law last year, grants Medicare the authority to negotiate lower drug prices for seniors and beneficiaries for the first time in history. Nearly 191,000 Rhode Islanders are enrolled in Medicare Part D and could be eligible for cost savings. “No one should have to choose between paying for lifesaving medication and other basic necessities, like food and housing,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “This announcement is a major step toward slashing health care costs for seniors, but our work is far from over. We must keep fighting to lower the cost of prescription drugs for all Americans.” In 2022 alone, approximately 9 million seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries spent over $3.4 billion out-of-pocket on the 10 prescription drugs selected for negotiation. These drugs are used to treat some of the most common diseases like diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, blood clots, and cancers. In 2022, Rhode Island seniors paid an average of $6,022 in out-of-pocket costs per year for one of these prescription drugs. The Inflation Reduction Act also included additional provisions to make health care more affordable by capping the out-of-pocket cost for insulin at $35/month and out-of-pocket prescription drug costs at $2,000/year for seniors. Furthermore, the law prevents egregious price hikes by penalizing pharmaceutical companies that unfairly raised prices faster than inflation. Rep. Magaziner co-sponsored H.R.3093: Affordable Pricing for Taxpayer-Funded Prescription Drugs Act, legislation that would require federal agencies to secure affordable pricing agreements from drug manufacturers before granting exclusive rights to develop prescription drugs or other healthcare products, lowering prescription drug costs for consumers. Rep. Magaziner also … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-stands-educators-and-parents-condemn-proposed-republican-cuts | Magaziner Stands with Educators and Parents to Condemn Proposed Republican Cuts to Education | 2023-08-29 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | West Warwick, RI — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) stood with educators and parents to condemn House Republicans’ proposed cuts to education, including Head Start and school funding for teachers. As a former public school teacher and Rhode Island’s General Treasurer for eight years – where he spearheaded an initiative to rebuild school buildings across the state – Rep. Magaziner has long been an advocate for public education. The House Republican FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education bill – and its 28 percent cut of $64 billion – will slash access to early childhood education, kick teachers out of classrooms, and deny opportunities for children and young adults in Rhode Island and across the country. In Rhode Island, these cuts will eliminate access to Head Start for 200 children and remove up to 800 teachers from classrooms serving low-income students. These extreme cuts have been introduced amidst a national teacher shortage that has taken a toll on public school classrooms across Rhode Island, as well as the closure of over a quarter of Rhode Island’s Head Start classrooms due to lack of funding and staffing shortages. These closures have led to long waitlists and a lack of affordable child care for parents. “Ensuring students have access to early childhood education and outstanding schools is critical to their success, but House Republicans’ proposed education cuts would rob future generations of this opportunity,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “At a time where Rhode Island – and our nation – is facing a teacher shortage, Head Start classroom closures, and learning loss from the pandemic, these are the exact wrong priorities. We must invest in education, not slash funding for it. I am committed to fighting back against these extreme Republican cuts in Congress so that we set every child up for success.” “Head Start and Early Head Start are high-quality early learning programs that help prepare some of our state's youngest learners for success in school and life,” said Paige Claus… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-delegation-announces-642000-support-victims-crime | RI Delegation Announces $642,000 to Support Victims of Crime | 2023-08-29 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to provide essential services to victims of violent crimes and survivors of sexual assault and to strengthen the state’s support systems for people who have experienced trauma resulting from these crimes, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced $642,000 in new federal funding for the Victim Compensation Formula Grant program, which is funded by the Crime Victims Fund. The federal funds, which will be administered at the state level by Rhode Island General Treasurer James A. Diossa, will assist victims with expenses related to violent crime, including: medical, dental and counseling expenses; relocation expenses; funeral and related expenses; loss of earnings; and other expenses. These funds will help Rhode Islanders and their families who have experienced trauma as a result of violent crimes reach support systems and care. The delegation voted to make these federal funds available for the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) as part of the fiscal year 2023 appropriations law. Under the law, OVC awards each eligible state victim compensation program an annual grant equal to 75 percent of the amount the program awarded in state-funded victim compensation payments during the fiscal year 2 years prior to the present fiscal year, other than amounts awarded for property damage. “It is critical that victims of violent crimes receive proper treatment, support, and follow-up care. This federal funding will help Rhode Island provide support and care for victims and their families. It will ensure that we are doing everything we can to reduce trauma and strengthen our state’s capacity to effectively prosecute cases of sexual violence and violent crimes,” said Senator Reed. “Organizations across Rhode Island provide heroic support to survivors of sexual assault and violent crimes,” said Senator Whitehouse. “I’m glad to help secure federal funding that will strengthen resources for survivors and their families and … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-fire-departments-awarded-177m-upgrade-equipment-boost-safety | RI Fire Departments Awarded $1.77M to Upgrade Equipment & Boost Safety | 2023-08-24 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner announced $1,769,769 in new federal funding for the City of Pawtucket and Burrillville’s four Fire Districts. The federal awards through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program will support the purchasing of new radio communication systems that will improve emergency response and bolster safety of local firefighters responding to scenes of emergencies across numerous communities. The City of Pawtucket will receive $813,795 to upgrade Pawtucket Fire Department’s (PFD) communication capabilities and integrate new mobile and portable systems into the digital communications environment. These upgrades will ensure that local firefighters are able to effectively communicate while responding to emergencies and will enhance PFD’s ability to respond in neighboring communities. The number of calls fielded by PFD each year has increased by thirty-one percent since 2012 and mutual aid operations currently account for approximately one tenth of PFD’s dispatches. Currently, Pawtucket’s communications system is incompatible with the Rhode Island Statewide Communications Network (RISCON). Upgrades made possible by this federal grant will bring the Department into compliance with state and national standards and will immediately improve daily operations of PFD. The Oakland-Mapleville Fire District will receive $955,974 as part of a regional initiative with Burrillville’s Pascoag, Harrisville, and Nasonville Fire Districts to replace outdated communications equipment. These funds will be used to purchase state-of-the-art systems for each of Burrillville’s fire apparatus and a new multi-band portable radio for every firefighter. Upgraded equipment for the town’s four fire districts will significantly improve ability to respond to emergencies and will enhance safety of firefighters by ensuring they can effectively communicate with one another on scene. This grant wil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-deliver-728k-bolster-safety-strengthen-training | Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Deliver $728K to Bolster Safety & Strengthen Training for Local Fire Departments | 2023-08-16 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an effort to boost public safety and ensure Rhode Island firefighters have the equipment and training needed to stay safe while responding to emergencies, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced $728,919 to help firefighters in Lincoln, Narragansett, and Woonsocket purchase new equipment and implement new training programs. The federal funds are being awarded through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. These federal grants are designed to enhance local fire departments’ abilities to comply with response, equipment, and operational standards established by the National Fire Protection Association. The following communities will receive AFG grants to enhance the safety and training of firefighters and purchase needed equipment: Lincoln’s Quinnville Fire District will receive $139,762 for equipment upgrades, including firefighter breathing apparatus, firefighter turnout gear, and a new washer and dryer for personal protective equipment (PPE) Narragansett Fire Department will receive $164,371 to purchase new washers and dryers for PPE and to carry out firefighter training programs Woonsocket Fire Department will receive $424,785 for firefighter training “Making sure that Rhode Island’s local fire department have training opportunities and modern equipment is essential to ensuring public safety across our communities,” said Senator Reed. “These federal funds will help firefighters in Lincoln, Narragansett, and Woonsocket respond to emergencies efficiently, effectively, and safely.” “Firefighters and first responders put their lives on the line to keep our communities safe every day,” said Senator Whitehouse. “I am pleased to help secure this funding to equip three local fire departments with the resources and training to continue serving safely and effectively.” “RI firefighters stand ready to risk their lives for the health and safety of … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/anniversary-passage-social-security-magaziner-vows-protect-program-cuts | On Anniversary of Passage of Social Security, Magaziner Vows to Protect Program from Cuts | 2023-08-14 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) celebrated the 88th Anniversary of Social Security. This program, signed into law on August 14, 1935, keeps 22.5 million Americans above the poverty line. Almost 67 million Americans receive Social Security benefits, including over 230,000 Rhode Islanders. “Americans deserve to retire with dignity after a lifetime of hard work, and Social Security is how we have kept this promise for generations,” said Representative Seth Magaziner.“I’m committed to ensuring these hard-earned benefits keep up with the cost of living, and I will always fight back against any attempts to cut this vital program that so many Rhode Islanders depend on.” Some Republican members of Congress have proposed cutting Social Security benefits and raising the retirement age, while still giving tax breaks to billionaires.1 Rep. Magaziner spoke forcefully on the House Floor against Republican attacks on Social Security and vowed to protect the program from any cuts. Rep. Magaziner co-sponsored H.R. 4583, Social Security 2100, which adjusts the Social Security benefit formula to better keep up with the cost of living and extends the solvency of the Social Security trust fund. In May, Rep. Magaziner convened an RI-02 Seniors Advisory Committee to identify key issues impacting older Rhode Islands, such as the importance of protecting Social Security, and held a town hall in Cranston to hear feedback from seniors directly. Rep. Magazineris also a member of the Expand Social Security Caucus. 1 https://itep.org/gop-tax-bills-expand-corporate-tax-breaks/ | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-deliver-286k-grant-improve-drinking-water-block | Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Deliver $286K Grant to Improve Drinking Water on Block Island | 2023-08-11 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an effort to ensure all Rhode Islanders have access to clean, reliable drinking water, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced a $286,000 federal grant to improve access to and resilience of drinking water for residents of Block Island. This federal grant is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) office of Rural Development through the Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants program. These funds will be used to help finance a drinking water and well improvement project for the town of New Shoreham to replace an aging source water well. This project will enable the town to maintain drinking water quality while expanding access for residents. “This is good news for Block Island. Clean water is critical to public health and is essential for the health of our economy and environment. I am pleased to help deliver this funding to ensure that Block Island has reliable access to safe drinking water,” said Senator Reed. “This is a needed investment in expanding drinking water access that will ensure the system can meet the community’s needs for years to come.” “I’m pleased to have helped secure major federal investments to meet the needs of Block Island residents and visitors, from expanding capacity for delivering high-quality health care to improving key infrastructure to boost the Island’s economy,” said Senator Whitehouse. “This new funding will upgrade drinking water infrastructure and improve the aging well water systems that many Island residents rely on.” “Every Rhode Islander deserves safe, clean, and reliable drinking water,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “This federal funding will help ensure that Block Island residents and visitors will have access to high quality drinking water for years to come.” “Operating, maintaining, and financing the infrastructure for the stand alone public water supply on Block Island is challenging. This grant supplied financing for the replacement of a failing source water well. The r… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ahead-pact-act-anniversary-rep-magaziner-encourages-veterans-apply-benefits | Ahead of PACT Act Anniversary, Rep. Magaziner Encourages Veterans to Apply for Benefits | 2023-08-08 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. – Ahead of the one-year anniversary of the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act (PACT Act), Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02) encouraged veterans who were exposed to toxic substances to file a claim to receive benefits by an important August 9 deadline. The PACT Act — which was signed into law last August — expanded and extended eligibility for permanent VA health care and benefits for the millions of veterans, including an estimated 3.5 million post-9/11 veterans, who may have been exposed to burn pits and other toxins during military deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, and surrounding areas. While this law represents the largest expansion of VA benefits in decades, millions of veterans have yet to file their claims. “Just as our service members make a promise to leave no one behind on the battlefield, we must leave no veteran behind when they come home,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “The PACT Act honors this promise — ensuring that veterans who were exposed to toxic substances while serving our nation receive the care and benefits they deserve.” There is no deadline to apply for PACT Act-related benefits, but if a Veteran files their PACT Act claim — or quickly submits an intent to file — by August 9, 2023, they may receive benefits backdated to August 10, 2022. Furthermore, Veterans who deployed to a combat zone and were discharged or released between September 11, 2001 and October 1, 2013 can enroll directly into VA health care during a special enrollment period that ends on September 30, 2023. There are two fast approaching deadlines: August 9, 2023: Veterans and survivors must file a claim before August 9, 2023, to be eligible for retroactive compensation backdating to August 10, 2022. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-and-magaziner-call-funding-prevent-child-care-facility | Reed, Whitehouse, and Magaziner Call for Funding to Prevent Child Care Facility Closures | 2023-08-04 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Providence, RI -- This week, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Representative Seth Magaziner (D-RI) joined Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), Representative Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and a bicameral group of colleagues in calling on President Joe Biden to support needed funding to prevent a national wave of child care closures. Congress secured historic funding in the American Rescue Plan to stabilize child care during the COVID-19 pandemic, but that relief funding is set to end this September. In a recent report, The Century Foundation (TCF) estimates that more than 70,000 child care programs will likely close, leaving over 3.2 million children without child care, when the funding from the American Rescue Plan expires. Without additional funding for child care in Rhode Island, more than 21,000 kids would lose child care, at least 680 child care workers would lose their jobs, Rhode Island parents would lose $75 million in earnings after being forced to cut work hours or leave the workforce, and 419 child care programs would close. “We urge you to join us in supporting an investment of $16 billion a year by any and all means possible – including supporting Congress in efforts to extend the Child Care Stabilization grants passed in ARPA—and through emergency funding for child care in any supplemental appropriations package put forth by the Administration,” the lawmakers wrote. The letter notes that the child care system was already in crisis before the pandemic, and that it has been one of the slowest sectors to recover from the pandemic with wages remaining unacceptably low for the child care workforce. “The broken child care market has resulted in an impossible tension between families, workers, and providers: child care providers cannot afford to run their businesses or pay adequate wages to their staff using revenue from parents alone, while child care costs are unaffordable and unsustainable for working families,” the lawmakers continued. “…The impending fiscal cliff will be devastating… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-welcome-14m-federal-support-local-fire-departments | Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Welcome $1.4M in Federal Support for Local Fire Departments | 2023-08-04 | 2023 | 2023-08 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC - In an effort to help local communities and fire departments improve operations and safety, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced $1,392,552 to help firefighters in Cranston, Lincoln, Newport, Smithfield, Pawtucket, Portsmouth and other communities purchase new equipment and support advanced training programs. The federal funds are being awarded through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. These federal grants are designed to enhance local fire departments’ abilities to comply with response, equipment, and operational standards established by the National Fire Protection Association. The following communities will receive AFG grants to enhance the safety and training of firefighters and purchase needed equipment: Cranston will receive $160,156 for operations and new safety gear. Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation/Fire Academy will receive $388,695 for two fire pump training simulators and equipment. Lincoln Fire District will receive $24,095 for firefighter gloves and hoods. Newport Fire Department will receive $671,710 for enhanced paramedic training. Pawtucket Fire Department will receive $24,069 for its code enforcement inspection program. Portsmouth Fire Department will receive $40,238 for its smoke alarm installation project and $38,133 for operations and safety. Additionally a regional award of $45,454 will go to Smithfield for fire simulator training equipment. While the equipment will be located in Smithfield, several local fire departments will have access to it to conduct live fire training, including: Central Falls Fire Department; Cumberland Fire Department; Harrisville Fire Department; Lime Rock Fire Department; Lincoln Fire Department; North Smithfield Fire Department; North Providence Fire Department; Oakland-Mapleville Fire Department; Manville Fire Department; and Woonsocket Fire Department. “Our firefighters… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:30:18Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-announce-915000-wastewater-management-upgrades | Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Announce $915,000 for Wastewater Management Upgrades | 2023-07-31 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner today announced that two Rhode Island municipalities are receiving a total of $915,000 in federal funding to upgrade wastewater management systems, decrease pollution, and boost drinking water quality. These two federal grants for the towns of Glocester and North Kingston are funded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Southeast New England Program (SNEP). Glocester will receive $465,000 to support installation of innovative septic system upgrades and incentivize installments with financial assistance for residents in Chepachet Village. These upgrades will help boost the quality of drinking water and surface water in Chepachet and downstream communities. North Kingstown will receive $450,000 to improve decentralized wastewater treatment systems in the town’s coastal neighborhoods and reduce pollution that seeps from outdated systems and runs into Narragansett Bay. These funds will be used to help identify homeowners that wish to upgrade outdated systems and will support the design and installment of modern replacement septic systems. “This federal funding is an important investment in public health and safeguarding the environment. By improving wastewater treatment, we are reducing the pollutants that enter our waterways from outdated systems and flow into Narragansett Bay and helping to ensure that all Rhode Islanders have access to reliable clean water,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee who spearheaded the creation of the Southeast New England Program. “Investing in wastewater infrastructure has positive effects on health and the environment,” said Senator Whitehouse. “I am pleased to help secure federal funding that will result in cleaner drinking water and a cleaner Narragansett Bay.” “Clean water is essential for Rhode Island’s economy and quality of life,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “This federal funding will help replace aging wastewate… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ri-gets-525k-prevent-pollution-leaking-underground-storage-tanks | RI Gets $525K to Prevent Pollution from Leaking Underground Storage Tanks | 2023-07-24 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to prevent releases of hazardous substances into the environment, Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation today announced $525,000 for the Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (LUST) Program. The federal funds will assists the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) in statewide efforts to investigate suspected leaks and releases and perform corrective action to prevent the spread of harmful pollutants, and safeguard our water supplies. DEM’s Office of Waste Management maintains an inventory of LUST sites and registered underground storage tanks (UST) facilities, which includes information on abandoned, in use, permanently closed, and temporarily closed USTs. The federal funds, administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), may be used to promote programs to prevent and clean up petroleum leaks from underground storage tanks. DEM utilizes this funding to stop gasoline and other chemicals from fouling groundwater in communities across the state. Over the years, federal LUST funding has helped prevent countless releases of hazardous materials nationwide. “This federal funding will help prevent leaking underground storage tanks from contaminating water supplies and threatening the health and safety of Rhode Islanders. DEM staff does a good job ensuring polluters come into compliance with state and federal standards,” said U.S. Senator Jack Reed. “This federal funding enhances DEM’s ability to identify and prioritize problematic underground tanks so they can be cleaned up to protect public health. We must ensure that families, communities, and businesses have safe, clean air and drinking water. This federal investment will help keep that commitment by reducing pollution and preventing it from seeping into our water supply.” “Leaking underground storage tanks are a hidden hazard,” said U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. “This federal funding will boost the state’s work to keep Rhode Islanders’ drinking water free of dangerous pollutants.” “Every Rhode … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/accelerating-improvements-25m-raise-grant-ridot-paves-way-third-phase-route-37 | Accelerating Improvements: $25M RAISE Grant for RIDOT Paves Way for Third Phase of Route 37 Work | 2023-07-21 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WARWICK, RI – Members of Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation today gathered with Governor Dan McKee, House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, and transportation officials to celebrate a $25 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant to fund multimodal improvements and infrastructure upgrades along Route 37. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner secured the $25 million in federal funds to advance the third and final phase of improvements along the most eastern portion of Route 37, a heavily-trafficked corridor linking two cities and Interstates 95 and 295. “I’m pleased to deliver federal funding to accelerate improvements along Route 37. The state will put this money to use making our road systems safer, smoother, and more resilient and accessible. It’s also good news for RIPTA riders and cyclists. I helped create the RAISE grant program so Rhode Island and other states could compete for funding for projects like this that are hard to pay for, but much needed. It is going to make our roadways more efficient, while reducing pollution and congestion.” said Senator Reed, a leading member of the Appropriations Committee, who helped first established the competitive RAISE grant program back in 2009, when they were originally created under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act as TIGER grants before changing names to BUILD grants and now RAISE grants. Senator Reed helped include $7.5 billion for the RAISE grant program in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provided a major boost to the RAISE Grant Program, and I’m very pleased a good chunk of that money is coming to Rhode Island to help complete the Route 37 improvement project,” said Senator Whitehouse, a senior member of the Environment and Public Works Committee. “This significant grant builds on previous federal awards for the project, which will ultimately make navigating an important West Bay connection smoother and safer for drivers.” “Wh… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-rep-magaziners-amendment-strengthen-airport-cybersecurity-standards | PASSED: Rep. Magaziner’s Amendment to Strengthen Airport Cybersecurity Standards | 2023-07-20 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives passed Representative Seth Magaziner’s (RI-02) amendment to strengthen airport security standards and keep American travelers safe. This amendment passed in the House version of H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act, which reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). “Protecting airports from criminals, rogue states and terrorists is vital to ensure that Americans can travel with peace of mind,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “As the Ranking Member on the Subcommittee for Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence, I’m focused on keeping Americans safe. My provision, passed by the House, will help airports meet 21st century cybersecurity standards and recommendations – helping to prevent cyber attacks like ransomware and sabotage while protecting American travelers.” Rep. Magaziner’s legislation addresses vulnerabilities that were revealed after cyber attacks on some of our nation’s largest airports last year. Over a dozen airport websites were targeted in a series of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks by a pro-Russian group. The amendment will ensure cyber infrastructure upgrades at airports are eligible for $4 billion of funding for the FAA’s Airport Improvement Program. This will particularly help airports like Rhode Island’s T. F. Green International Airport, along with other small airports, that face funding challenges. This is the fourth piece of legislation Magaziner has passed through the House of Representatives, as last week the House approved three of his amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-honors-legendary-sports-journalist-bill-reynolds-house-floor | Rep. Magaziner Honors Legendary Sports Journalist Bill Reynolds on the House Floor | 2023-07-19 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to celebrate the life of former Providence Journal Columnist Bill Reynolds, an institution of Rhode Island sports and journalism. “Families across the state, including mine, started their Saturday by reading his column ‘For What It’s Worth,’ which included his latest not only on sports, but also pop culture, politics, movies and more,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Bill was one of the best sports writers in Rhode Island history, who mentored an entire generation of aspiring writers and basketball players. There will never be another like him. May he rest in peace.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-passes-first-legislation-through-house-representatives | Rep. Magaziner Passes First Legislation Through House of Representatives | 2023-07-14 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R.2670, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24), including three amendments authored by Rep. Magaziner. “The National Defense Authorization Act is key to strengthening our national security and I am especially pleased that three amendments which I authored were adopted by the House,” said Representative Seth Magaziner. “These provisions will expand access to affordable housing for defense industry workers like the thousands of tradesmen and women employed in Rhode Island, ensure that service members and retirees have accurate and up-to-date online information on their health insurance plans, and provide service members with more affordable access to smart sleepers for infants to keep their babies and families healthy and well-rested. “I am also pleased that the NDAA includes a much-needed increase in service member pay, and funds production of the Virginia and Columbia Class Submarines at Pentagon Recommended Levels, which will strengthen our national security for years to come. It is outrageous, however, that extreme MAGA Republicans in the House inserted a ‘poison pill’ culture war provision into the bill to deny women who served in the Armed Forces access to abortion, but I am hopeful that this dangerous provision will be dropped when the House and Senate versions of the bill are reconciled.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-pushes-back-against-republican-attacks-socially-responsible | Rep. Magaziner Pushes Back Against Republican Attacks on Socially Responsible Investing | 2023-07-12 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02),a founding member of the Congressional Sustainable Investment Caucus, joined his colleagues in condemning Republicans’ attacks on worker and retiree savings through their misguided war on “ESG investing.” Republicans on the House Financial Services Committee have declared July “ESG month,” voting on bills that will erode the retirement savings of working people by forbidding investors from considering environmental, social or corporate governance (ESG) risks that companies face when making investment decisions. Research has shown that companies that take steps to mitigate their environmental footprint, invest in consumer and workplace safety, and promote corporate diversity, among other ESG factors, tend to outperform their peers over the long-term. However, congressional Republicans remain determined to advance culture wars at the expense of working people by banning ESG considerations from investing. “As Rhode Island’s Treasurer for eight years, I have seen how sustainable investment practices protected teachers, first responders, and thousands of other working people from the risks inherent in bad business practices that pollute the environment, threaten employee and consumer well-being and fail to manage risk appropriately, " said Rep. Magaziner. “Attacking investors who wisely use these factors in their decision-making will help Big Oil and their benefactors delay the clean energy transition, and it will cost investors and consumers in the long run,” Magazinercontinued. “Republicans want to spend the month silencing the voices of investors who just want to make their own investment decisions in a free and fair market.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-urges-continued-investment-americas-submarine-fleet-house-floor | Rep. Magaziner Urges for Continued Investment in America’s Submarine Fleet on House Floor | 2023-07-12 | 2023 | 2023-07 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to urge Congress to continue to fund production of the Virginia and Columbia Class Submarines at Pentagon Recommended Levels. With Congress considering the National Defense Authorization Act this week – an annual, must-pass piece of legislation that directs our nation’s defense priorities and spending – Rep. Magaziner made clear that the U.S. Navy’s Submarine Program is essential to protect global democracy and support thousands of working Rhode Islanders who build these vessels. “Authoritarian dictatorships pose a threat to the United States, our democratic allies, and peaceful people across the world,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Against that backdrop, America’s submarine fleet is one of the most important advantages our nation has to defend our country and to make the world safe for democracy.” Rhode Island is a leader in submarine production, with over 6,000 Rhode Islanders employed by General Dynamics Electric Boat in North Kingstown, and its local suppliers. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:18:03Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-introduces-bill-crack-down-illegal-firearm-sales-during-national | Rep. Magaziner Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Illegal Firearm Sales During National Gun Violence Awareness Month | 2023-06-27 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, RI — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner announced the introduction of his bill, H.R.3863: Keeping Gun Dealers Honest Act, along with representatives of Rhode Island law enforcement, gun safety advocacy groups, and members of our community whose lives have been personally impacted by gun violence. This legislation, introduced during National Gun Violence Awareness Month with companion legislation by Senator Ed Markey (D-MA), will strengthen accountability measures for gun dealers who are selling guns “off the books,” falsifying records, and providing guns to straw purchasers, gun traffickers, and dangerous individuals. While the vast majority of gun dealers follow the law, a small number of bad-actor gun dealers – roughly 5 percent – supply guns used in 400,000 crimes annually according to a report by the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. The Keeping Gun Dealers Honest Act would crack down on these illegal practices by authorizing more frequent inspections of gun dealers, increasing penalties for serious offenses like failing to perform federally required background checks, and strengthening the Department of Justice’s authority and discretion in enforcing gun laws. “Rogue gun dealers who sell guns without background checks, falsify records, or knowingly provide criminals with firearms threaten the safety of all Americans. We must equip law enforcement and federal agencies with the tools and resources they need to hold these bad actors accountable,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “The billwill stiffen penalties and enact more stringent accountability measures to address the flow of illegal firearms into our communities. We must do more to end the gun violence epidemic and prevent guns from falling in the hands of criminals.” “Communities across Rhode Island continue to be affected by gun violence, and this Office prioritizes our investigatory and prosecutorial resources toward identifying the perpetrators and drivers of violent crime and bringing them to justice,” said Attorney General Peter F. Ner… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:08:25Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/ahead-one-year-mark-ruling-overturning-roe-v-wade-magaziner-signs-petition | Ahead of the One-Year Mark of the Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade, Magaziner Signs on to Petition to Force Vote on Protecting Abortion Rights | 2023-06-23 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Ahead of the one-year mark of the Supreme Court’s ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade, Representative Seth Magaziner signed on to a discharge petition to force a vote on H.R.12 - Women’s Health Protection Act, legislation that would enshrine the protections of Roe v. Wade into federal law. A discharge petition is a motion to have a bill released from its committee of jurisdiction. Once discharged, the legislation is then taken up for a vote on the floor. This motion requires a majority of the House (218 voting members) to sign the petition and vote in favor of the measure. “The Supreme Court’s disastrous decision to overturn Roe v. Wade reversed nearly a half-century ofprecedent and ripped away the right to an abortion for millions of women across the country,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Almost overnight, women woke up having less rights than their mothers. This is completely unacceptable – and as a member of the Pro-Choice Caucus, I signed on to a discharge petition to force House leadership to vote on a bill that would restore Roe v. Wade as the law of the land.” Rep. Magaziner is an original cosponsor of H.R.12 - Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA), which is the only legislation that enshrines the principles of Roe v. Wade into law. WHPA creates a statutory right for health care providers to provide abortion care and for their patients to receive that care, free from medically unnecessary restrictions that single out abortion and impede access. After the Supreme Court’s extreme decision last summer in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, the impact on reproductive health was swift and catastrophic. In the first 100 days post-Dobbs, at least 66 clinics in 15 states stopped offering abortion services. The average travel time to an abortion facility in the U.S. has more than tripled post-Dobbs. One year later, abortion care is now inaccessible in 14 states and heavily restricted in many others—with 1 in 3 women and over one fifth of the American public now living without abortion access. Attacks on rep… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:08:25Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/new-25m-raise-grant-ridot-pave-way-third-phase-route-37-improvements | New $25M RAISE Grant for RIDOT to Pave Way for Third Phase of Route 37 Improvements | 2023-06-23 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | CRANSTON, RI -- New federal money is on the way to help accelerate improvements along Route 37, a heavily-trafficked corridor linking two cities and Interstates 95 and 295. Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner announced a new $25 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) to fund multimodal improvements on Route 37. This new federal funding will advance the final piece of Route 37 work, on the road’s most eastern portion between I-295 in Cranston and Post Road in Warwick. Work will include the major rehabilitation, replacement, or removal of 8 bridges. The new federal funds will also help right-size sections of the road, replace an overbuilt loop-ramp with an at-grade interchange, and eliminate redundant infrastructure to open up land for future economic development. RIDOT will also build a new structure for high-capacity transit, install Transit Signal Priority (TSP) at approximately eight locations and queue jump lanes for buses, and construct a new bicycle separated path. RIDOT is already working to rebuild or refurbish 21 bridges along the Route 37 corridor through Phases 1 and 2 of its planned Route 37 work. This latest award is part of a larger plan for the corridor that includes Route 37 and I-295 interchange improvements to address the safety, congestion, and weaving concerns in the interchange area and along I-295 North up to Route 6. Federal funding will cover about eighty percent of the $164.5 million project costs for Phase 1 and 2. The new $25 million announced today will go toward the third and final phase of Route 37 work, which is estimated to cost about $100 million. “This is great news for the state and anyone who has ever driven through this section of Route 37. It’s going to accelerate progress and ultimately create a faster, safer, smoother drive for motorists. It’s also good news for RIPTA riders and cyclists. I helped create the RAISE gr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:08:25Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-deliver-135-m-expand-ripta-bus-service-grow-its | Reed, Whitehouse & Magaziner Deliver $13.5 M to Expand RIPTA Bus Service & Grow Its Hybrid Electric Bus Fleet | 2023-06-22 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is charging ahead to a cleaner energy future and accelerating efforts to enhance its public transit network thanks to $13.5 million in new federal funding secured by U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representative Seth Magaziner. This week, Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation helped secure $8,492,000 through a federal Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) grant to allow RIPTA to accelerate plans for an expanded Rapid Bus Network. The delegation also delivered a new $5 million federal Low and No Emission (Low-No) Vehicle grant to help RIPTA expand its fleet of new hybrid electric buses. “RIPTA helps people get where they need to go and is an economic driver for the state. This new federal funding will help RIPTA plan for the future and better connect riders and communities while growing its fleet of hybrid buses. These wise federal investments will help save money, reduce pollution, and improve air quality,” said Senator Reed, who serves on the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, which authorizes federal funds for mass-transit. He is also on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD), which appropriates federal funding for mass transit. “I am committed to delivering federal resources that will help steer us toward a cleaner energy future with less pollution and more convenient and efficient public transportation options.” “These federal investments will expand RIPTA service in the Ocean State and grow its hybrid fleet,” said Senator Whitehouse, a senior member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. “I am pleased to secure funding that makes Rhode Island’s public transportation more accessible and moves us towards a clean energy future.” “Countless Rhode Islanders depend on public transit to travel from place to place, and with this federal investment, we’re helping riders get to their destination q… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:08:25Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-help-secure-26m-block-island-state-airport | Reed, Whitehouse, & Magaziner Help Secure $2.6M for Block Island State Airport | 2023-06-21 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to enhance safety and aircraft operations at Block Island Airport, U.S. Senators Jack Reed, Sheldon Whitehouse and Representative Seth Magaziner today announced that the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) has been awarded nearly $2.6 million in federal funding for upgrades to Block Island State Airport (BID). The state-owned airport offers a 2,500-foot runway (known as Runway 10 for planes approaching from the west, or as Runway 28 if a plane is coming in for landing from the east) and provides essential air access to the Town of New Shoreham. The new federal funds, administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP) will be used to support construction of a 29,100 sq-foot terminal apron expansion to the existing 115,809 sq-foot apron. The apron is an essential area where planes park. This expansion will boost the airport’s ability to host more aircraft, and additional pavement rehabilitation, markings, and new tie-down moorings will increase operational efficiency. The project will include installation of a subsurface infiltration system and other drainage improvements to bring the facility up to standard with the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM). These improvements will also strengthen the airport’s operations during peaks in tourist travel and will meet FAA standards. Block Island State Airport offers limited commercial service along with aircraft tie-down services and parking apron support. The airport’s tenants include New England Airlines, which provides 8-passenger commuter airline service to Westerly Airport. “These federal airport improvement funds will help make Block Island State Airport safer and more efficient,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “The airport is a critical link for many residents and visitors to the island. It supports travel and commerce. This is a needed investment in the upkeep of this essential infrastruc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:15:57Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-joins-petition-force-votes-gun-safety-bills | Magaziner Joins Petition to Force Votes on Gun Safety Bills | 2023-06-13 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) signed onto three discharge petitions to compel House Republican leadership to act on common-sense gun safety legislation during Gun Violence Awareness Month. A discharge petition is a motion to have a bill released from its committee of jurisdiction. Once discharged, the legislation is then taken up for a vote on the floor. This motion requires a majority of the House (218 voting members) to sign the petition and vote in favor of the measure. “One mass shooting is too many, yet there have already been 275 so far this year. When will elected officials – who were sent to Washington, D.C. to solve our nation’s issues – start treating the gun violence problem with the urgency it deserves?” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “As a member of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, I’m committed to using every tool at our disposal to advance common-sense, gun safety legislation that will undoubtedly save lives. It’s what our communities deserve, and it’s how we honor those lost to gun violence – with action.” Watch Rep. Magaziner’s video HERE. The three bills under consideration, H.R. 698 The Assault Weapons Ban Act, H.R. 715 Bipartisan Background Checks Act, and H.R. 2403 Enhanced Background Checks Act, would help reduce gun violence and make our communities safer. Assault Weapons Ban (H.R. 698) This bill prohibits the sale, transfer, manufacture and importation of semiautomatic weapons and ammunition feeding devices capable of accepting more than fifteen rounds. It does not prohibit the continued possession of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines lawfully owned before enactment and would not apply to certain firearms like antiques and certain hunting/sporting rifles. These weapons of war have been used in some of the deadliest mass shootings in the United States. Bipartisan Background Checks Act (H.R. 715) This bill requires that every sale of a firearm includes a background check with certain exemptions for family transfers and temporary hunting… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:15:57Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-celebrates-300th-anniversary-south-kingstown-house-floor | Rep. Magaziner Celebrates the 300th Anniversary of South Kingstown on House Floor | 2023-06-13 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to celebrate the 300th anniversary of South Kingstown, located in Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District. “I rise today to celebrate the 300th anniversary of South Kingstown, home to some of Rhode Island’s most iconic historic, economic and cultural treasures,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Whether it was the farmers who tilled the land, the mill workers who built the middle class, or the university researchers on the cutting edge of innovation, everyone in South Kingstown — from Wakefield to Matunuck, Peace Dale to Usquepaug — has contributed to the town’s success in their own way,” Rep. Magaziner continued. “The people of South Kingstown built a strong and vibrant community over the past 300 years, and may South Kingstown continue to thrive for generations to come.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:15:57Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-celebrates-300th-anniversary-south-kingstown-house-floor-0 | Rep. Magaziner Celebrates the 300th Anniversary of South Kingstown on House Floor | 2023-06-13 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to celebrate the 300th anniversary of South Kingstown, located in Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District. “I rise today to celebrate the 300th anniversary of South Kingstown, home to some of Rhode Island’s most iconic historic, economic and cultural treasures,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Whether it was the farmers who tilled the land, the mill workers who built the middle class, or the university researchers on the cutting edge of innovation, everyone in South Kingstown — from Wakefield to Matunuck, Peace Dale to Usquepaug — has contributed to the town’s success in their own way,” Rep. Magaziner continued. “The people of South Kingstown built a strong and vibrant community over the past 300 years, and may South Kingstown continue to thrive for generations to come.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:15:57Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-announces-new-communications-director | Rep. Magaziner Announces New Communications Director | 2023-06-06 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that James Kwon has joined Magaziner’s office as Communications Director. “I am excited to welcome James to my office as our new Communications Director,” said Rep. Magaziner. “James’ previous experience on Capitol Hill championing the voices of working people will be a valuable addition to our team. I look forward to working with him to continue serving the people of Rhode Island.” Kwon most recently served as Digital Director and Press Secretary to Representative Jimmy Gomez (CA-34). Prior to his time in Congress, he worked as a media and public affairs strategist. He is also a Fulbright and Boren Award recipient and a graduate of American University. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:08:25Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziner-announces-2023-congressional-art-competition-winner | Rep. Magaziner Announces 2023 Congressional Art Competition Winner | 2023-06-02 | 2023 | 2023-06 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced the winner of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition at an award ceremony honoring young artists from Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional District. “This year, my office received over 50 drawings, paintings, and photographs that explored the unique stories and cultural traditions of Rhode Islanders — and I'm completely blown away by the talent of the young people in our state.” said Representative Magaziner. “I want to congratulate Gwen Ruffolo for winning this year’s Congressional Art Competition, and thank each and every one of these young artists who shared their personal stories and artistic ability in this year’s competition.” Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and in each congressional district. Since the Artistic Discovery competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated. Students submit entries to their representative’s office, and panels of local artists select the winning entries. One winner from each district is recognized both in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. The winning artwork is displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol. Overall Winner: Ram Among Sheep by Gwen Ruffolo (North Kingstown High School) | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T00:08:25Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/speaking-house-floor-magaziner-expresses-outrage-republicans-plan-hurt-rhode | Speaking on the House Floor, Magaziner Expresses Outrage at Republicans’ Plan to Hurt Rhode Island Children and Seniors | 2023-05-26 | 2023 | 2023-05 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – This morning, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to denounce House Republicans, who are threatening to drive the United States economy into default unless Congress approves their plan to slash funding for working people, including children and seniors. “I rise today to express my outrage at the extreme MAGA Republicans in this House who are fighting to take food out of the mouths of children, medicine out of the hands of seniors, and relief out of the pockets of working people, all to fund their tax cuts for the billionaires and corporations that fund their campaigns.” said Rep. Magaziner. “These reverse Robin Hoods on the Republican side who seek to steal from the working people to benefit the rich need to stop this craziness and end this thing today.” According to the U.S. Treasury Department, the debt ceiling could be breached as soon as June 1 if Congress fails to raise the debt limit. House Republicans have been threatening to allow the country to default unless funding is cut for programs that assist children, seniors and veterans. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:55:44Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-cosponsors-legislation-prevent-senior-hunger | Magaziner Cosponsors Legislation to Prevent Senior Hunger | 2023-05-25 | 2023 | 2023-05 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he has co-sponsored the Senior Hunger Prevention Act, a bill to expand seniors’ access to nutritious food and lower costs for seniors’ essential needs. The legislation, introduced by Reps. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1) and Andrea Salinas (OR-6), aims to address challenges faced by older adults, grandparents, kinship caregivers, and adults with disabilities who struggle to navigate federal nutrition assistance programs. The Senior Hunger Prevention Act will: Increase the minimum monthly SNAP benefit for all participants by improving the medical expense deduction; Simplify application and certification processes for eligible individuals in nutrition programs, including SNAP, and extend how long they can be enrolled in programs; Support outreach efforts to enroll more older adults, grandparent and kinship caregivers, and adults with disabilities in nutrition programs; Enable adults with disabilities to participate in additional programs that provide shelf-stable, supplemental food and fresh, locally sourced food; Update the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, a program to provide seniors with healthy foods in monthly food boxes, and the Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program; Provide grants to nonprofits, local aging and disability service providers, and related organizations to bring fresh, local food to accessible locations; and, Expand SNAP food delivery options through public-private partnerships and strengthen retail delivery options for older adults and adults with disabilities. “All Rhode Islanders deserve access to healthy, affordable food, and seniors are no exception,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I’m proud to co-sponsor this legislation to reduce barriers and expand access to federal nutrition programs so that no Rhode Island seniors are forced to go to bed hungry at night.” According to Feeding America, more than 5 million seniors were food insecure in 2021. Approximately three out of five older adults who are eligible f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:55:44Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/speaking-house-floor-magaziner-celebrates-rep-david-cicillines-distinguished | Speaking on the House Floor, Magaziner Celebrates Rep. David Cicilline’s Distinguished Career in Congress | 2023-05-24 | 2023 | 2023-05 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Last night, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to honor and celebrate Rep. David Cicilline’s distinguished career in the U.S. House of Representatives. “I rise today to celebrate the distinguished congressional career of one of Rhode Island’s finest public servants and my good friend, Congressman David Cicilline, who will be retiring from the House next week,” said Rep. Magaziner. “I join all of Rhode Island in thanking David Cicilline for his many years of dedicated public service to our state.” Rep. Cicilline is slated to depart the U.S. House of Representatives on June 1st to become the President and CEO of the Rhode Island Foundation. Watch Rep. Magaziner’s full floor speech HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:55:44Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-goldman-balint-moskowitz-landsman-call-censure-rep-paul-gosar | Magaziner, Goldman, Balint, Moskowitz, Landsman Call to Censure Rep. Paul Gosar for “Harboring neo-Nazi Extremists” | 2023-05-17 | 2023 | 2023-05 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington D.C. – Today, Representatives Seth Magaziner (RI-02), Dan Goldman (NY-10), Becca Balint (VT-AL), Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), and Greg Landsman (OH-01), all of whom are Jewish or have Jewish heritage, sent a letter to Speaker Kevin McCarthy asking him to censure Rep. Paul Gosar for harboring neo-Nazi extremists within his office. The letter comes after recent reporting from Talking Points Memo and the Arizona Republic, which revealed that Rep. Gosar’s digital director is a prominent follower of white supremacist leader Nick Fuentes, an online podcaster and organizer who has gained online notoriety for trafficking in extreme racist, antisemitic, homophobic sentiments. Fuentes is Holocaust denier who has warned against “Jewish control,” and repeatedly praised Adolf Hitler. Likewise, Gosar’s staffer “minimized slavery, and made disparaging comments about Blacks, Asians, and Jews” and stated that women “don’t belong in the workforce.” “It is incredibly disturbing that Rep. Gosar – who has already been censured by the House of Representatives for promoting violence against elected officials – would employ an individual who openly associates with antisemitic white supremacists like Nick Fuentes,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “Rep. Gosar must be held accountable for harboring an outright bigot who is responsible for spreading the violent ideologies of white supremacy and neo-Nazism.” “A Nazi sympathizer works in the halls of Congress. As a Jewish member, I routinely receive hateful attacks because of my religion. Now, a staffer in Congress echoes those same hateful statements. There is no place for such vile extremism in congressional offices that are here to serve all of the American people,” said Rep. Jared Moskowitz. “At a time when antisemitism and hate crimes are reaching record-breaking levels, it is absolutely unacceptable that a sitting member of Congress employs a known neo-Nazi and supporter of white nationalist ideology,” saidRep. Dan Goldman. “Rep. Gosar himself has fueled the rise in this hateful vi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:55:44Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/start-national-police-week-magaziner-announces-support-bipartisan-bill-invest | At the Start of National Police Week, Magaziner Announces Support for Bipartisan Bill to Invest Millions in Training, Recruitment, and Mental Health Resources for RI Police Departments | 2023-05-15 | 2023 | 2023-05 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. – Today at Warwick Police Headquarters, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he has co-sponsored the Invest to Protect Act, a bill to invest $50 million per year in training, recruitment, and mental health resources for small and mid-sized police departments. Magaziner was joined at the announcement by Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi and Warwick Police Department Colonel Bradford Connor. Over the next five years, the Invest to Protect Act will set aside $50 million per year to: Invest in officer safety, de-escalation, and domestic violence response training, allowing officers to receive critical training to make them more effective at their job Create grants for small departments to recruit new officers, provide retention bonuses to keep their existing officers, and fund officers’ tuition for graduate studies in mental health, public health, and social work up to $10,000 Allow departments to provide mental health resources for their officers. “National Police Week is a time for us all to thank the brave members of law enforcement who put their lives on the line every single day to keep our communities safe,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I’m proud to announce my support for the Invest to Protect Act, which will deliver critical federal funding for Rhode Island police departments to ensure the safety of frontline officers and continue to keep our cities and towns secure.” “My greatest responsibly as Mayor is ensuring public safety,” said Mayor Picozzi. “The Invest to Protect Act will go a long way to help recruit, train and retain police officers. I want to thank Congressman Magaziner for his efforts and dedication to support public safety.” “The Invest to Protect Act that is being co-sponsored by U. S. Representative Seth Magaziner falls directly in line with our commitment to provide quality policing by recruiting the finest candidates and then providing them with up to date training in the area of officer safety, de-escalation and domestic violence response,” said Colonel Connor. “… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:55:44Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/speaking-house-floor-magaziner-calls-congress-strengthen-social-security | Speaking from the House Floor, Magaziner Calls for Congress to Strengthen Social Security & Medicare | 2023-05-10 | 2023 | 2023-05 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor in support of H.Res.178, a resolution to affirm the House of Representatives’ commitment to strengthening Social Security & Medicare. “Social Security and Medicare are vital lifelines, and we must protect them,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Let’s… pass H.Res.178 to declare our sense that we are committed to protecting Social Security and Medicare.” Specifically, Rep. Magaziner called upon his colleagues to build upon the historic progress made by President Biden and Congressional Democrats to lower the cost of prescription drugs for all Americans. “Last year, Democrats and President Biden passed a measure to allow Medicare to negotiate with the drug companies to lower drug prices,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “We should expand this program!” H.Res.178 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: Social Security should be protected as a foundational promise to Americans; Social Security & Medicare are benefits Americans earned throughout their careers; Social Security & Medicare is supported by Americans; Cuts should not be made to Social Security & Medicare; Social Security should not be privatized. Watch Rep. Magaziner’s full floor speech HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:55:44Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-cosponsors-legislation-support-small-businesses-and-career-and | Magaziner Cosponsors Legislation to Support Small Businesses and Career and Technical Education Graduates | 2023-05-04 | 2023 | 2023-05 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he has co-sponsored H.R. 1730, the Supporting Small Business and Career and Technical Education Act, to require the U.S. Small Business Administration to assist small business owners in hiring graduates of career and technical education (CTE) programs. The bipartisan legislation also seeks to help CTE graduates start their own small businesses. The bill will amend the Small Business Act to direct Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) and Women's Business Centers (WBCs) to increase their services to assist small businesses in hiring graduates from career and technical education programs. The bill also supports career and technical education graduates by directing SBDCs and WBCs to assist them in starting up a small business. “Career and technical education programs are helping to train Rhode Island students for high paying careers, but too often, these young workers have a hard time identifying and connecting with local employers,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “From nursing to construction, Rhode Island businesses are in need of specialized workers. I’m proud to join my colleagues from both sides of the aisle to help recent career and technical education graduates get hired by local small businesses, as well as support graduates seeking to explore their own entrepreneurial pursuits.” The Supporting Small Business and Career and Technical Education Act is being led by Reps. Roger Williams (R-TX) and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA) and Sens. Roger Marshall (R-KS) and Chris Coons (D-DE). The bill has also been endorsed by the Association for Career and Technical Education. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:55:44Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/speaking-house-floor-magaziner-opposes-republicans-default-america-plan-hurt | Speaking from the House Floor, Magaziner Opposes Republicans’ “Default on America” Plan to Hurt RI Seniors | 2023-04-26 | 2023 | 2023-04 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to oppose Republicans’ extreme “Default on America” plan that will hurt Rhode Island seniors. “Led by the most extreme elements of his conference, Speaker Kevin McCarthy has put forward a MAGA Republican ransom note: either we go along with the Republicans’ plan to hurt seniors, or they will blow up the entire U.S. economy,” said Rep. Magaziner. House Republicans’ bill would: Force the Social Security Administration to close offices and cut staff, causing longer wait times for 253,000 RI seniors and people with disabilities to process claims. Cut off more than 1 million seniors’ access to food & nutrition services, like Meals on Wheels. Put 100,000 seniors at risk of homelessness.. Block Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) from completing 38% of the required health and safety recertification surveys of nursing homes and home health agencies, putting seniors at greater risk of unsafe conditions. Reduce funding for the Employment and Training Administration, causing 10,000 seniors in the program to lose their jobs. “We won’t stand for it. I’ll fight this ‘Default on America’ with everything I’ve got,” Rep. Magaziner stated. Watch Rep. Magaziner’s full floor speech HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:44:29Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-honors-ri-state-senator-maryellen-goodwin-house-floor | Magaziner Honors RI State Senator Maryellen Goodwin on House Floor | 2023-04-19 | 2023 | 2023-04 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the House Floor to honor and remember Rhode Island State Senator Maryellen Goodwin, who passed away this week following a long battle with colorectal cancer. “Senator Goodwin made a difference, and her efforts made life better for countless Rhode Islanders,” said Rep Magaziner. “She was a model public servant who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. I join Maryellen’s friends, family, and the entire state of Rhode Island in mourning her loss.” Watch Rep. Magaziner’s full floor speech HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:44:29Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-announces-15-community-project-funding-requests-working-rhode | Magaziner Announces 15 Community Project Funding Requests for Working Rhode Islanders | 2023-04-17 | 2023 | 2023-04 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Magaziner requested a total of $15.8 million for Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (D-RI) announced that he has submitted 15 Community Project Funding requests to the House Appropriations Committee. Local communities across Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District would directly benefit from these important investments. These funding requests include: $500,000 for the town of Burrillville to build an accessible viewing plaza overlooking a planned artificial turf field. $707,000 for the Coventry Police Department to acquire general equipment and technology upgrades, including a K9 vehicle with special equipment, two unarmored command vehicles, new portable radios and more. $344,000 for the Cranston Police Department to purchase four new, specially outfitted K9 unit vehicles. $1,500,000 for the town of East Greenwich to advance its waterfront development plan. $803,100 to provide physical safety improvements to Mount Pleasant Academy in Providence, a premiere facility for children functioning on the Autism Spectrum and those with psychiatric, emotional or behavioral challenges. $3,620,252 for the town of Johnston to manage, reduce, and recapture chronic storm water flooding, thereby improving safety for pedestrians and drivers. $485,000 for the Johnston Police Department to acquire emergency equipment, which will allow for improved communications and response times, improve traffic flow, reduce car accidents, and increase officer safety. $1,000,000 for the town of North Kingstown to construct an indoor recreation facility, which will serve as an Emergency Shelter for the Town and provide programming for people of all ages. $700,000 for the Ocean Community YMCA in Westerly to improve existing program areas and expand spaces that will provide programming and community wellness activities for disabled, elderly, and at-risk residents. $700,000 for the Providence Public Library to provide critical and functional repairs to the library and… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:44:29Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/following-unprecedented-federal-court-decision-outlawing-mifepristone | Following the Unprecedented Federal Court Decision Outlawing Mifepristone, Magaziner Signs Amicus Brief in Support of Abortion Pill Access | 2023-04-12 | 2023 | 2023-04 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (D-RI) announced that he has signed a congressional amicus brief in the case of Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine v. Texas in support of access to mifepristone, a safe and effective prescription medication that has been FDA-approved for 22 years. Mifepristone is one of two medications in the most common medication abortion regimen, which is used in more than half of abortions in the United States. Magaziner joined 239 of his colleagues on the brief to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, which comes just days after a single district judge in Texas issued an unprecedented decision that seeks to ban access to medication abortion across the country, including Rhode Island. If the decision is allowed to stand, the ruling could also threaten access to other medications previously approved by the FDA, such as cancer treatments, diabetes medications, insulin, and much more. “I won’t stand idly by as an extremist judge in Texas threatens to undermine access to safe abortion care for women in Rhode Island and across our nation,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I’m proud to join my colleagues in speaking out against this dangerous, unprecedented ruling, because all women deserve the right to make their own healthcare choices, free of government interference.” The federal government has until Friday to seek relief from the appeals court. Until then, access to mifepristone remains protected. The U.S. Department of Justice has appealed this decision. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:44:29Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-introduces-constitutional-amendment-enact-term-limits-members | Magaziner Introduces Constitutional Amendment to Enact Term Limits for Members of Congress | 2023-04-06 | 2023 | 2023-04 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Magaziner’s Legislation Will Reduce Political Gridlock in Washington and Open Doors for Next Generation of Leaders Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (D-RI) introduced a constitutional amendment to establish term limits for Members of Congress. The Amendment would limit Representatives to five consecutive terms and Senators to two consecutive terms. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA 03) is an original co-sponsor of the legislation. “Congress should not be a career,” said Rep. Magaziner. “This Amendment would allow members of Congress to focus on policy making instead of perpetual campaigning, which would reduce the influence of special interests and lessen political gridlock which has limited progress for years. Americans of all political persuasions agree – Congressional term limits would strengthen our democracy.” "Congress needs to look more like America. We need more representatives who work for a living instead of those who have made a living off politics," said Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez. "This bill will create a more representative democracy and end the gridlock caused by career politicians." Magaziner’s legislation would require a two-thirds majority in the House and the Senate, and ratification by three-fourths of States before taking effect. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:44:29Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-joins-langevin-picozzi-announce-920280-funding-warwick-public | Magaziner Joins Langevin & Picozzi to Announce $920,280 in Funding for Warwick Public Library | 2023-03-31 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) joined Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi, former Representative Jim Langein (RI-02), state elected officials, and community stakeholders to present $920,280 of Community Project Funding to the Warwick Public Library. The new federal funding will make the Warwick Public Library, an important space for the local community, more accessible for those unable to travel independently to their neighborhood library. Thanks to former Congressman Jim Langevin’s leadership, this critical funding will ensure that the Warwick Public Library will have the necessary resources to make the Apponaug and Norwood branches fully ADA-compliant and eliminate all existing accessibility barriers. “The Warwick Public Library is an invaluable resource for our entire community. I thank Congressman Langevin for securing this new Community Project Funding, so that this facility can be inclusive, accessible spaces for all Rhode Islanders,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Community libraries are a critical resource for children and families, which is why it is so important that all members of our community are able to access our libraries’ incredible services. I will always fight to bring our fair share of federal investments back to our communities, so that we can continue to make Rhode Island such a terrific place to live, work, and raise a family.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-cosponsors-womens-health-protection-act-restore-protections-roe-v | Magaziner Cosponsors Women’s Health Protection Act to Restore Protections of Roe v. Wade | 2023-03-30 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) became an original cosponsor of H.R. 12, the Women’s Health Protection Act (WHPA), which will restore the rights and protections guaranteed by Roe v. Wade. Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s devastating Dobbs decision, 14 states have taken extreme measures to ban abortion. Travel time to abortion clinics has tripled since the Dobbs decision, and women who are unable to travel or access medication abortion are being forced to carry pregnancies against their will. The Women’s Health Protection Act would establish a federal right to receive an abortion, as well as protect healthcare providers who perform that care. “Ever since the extreme, right-wing Supreme Court decided to overturn decades of settled law and strip away the constitutional rights of millions of Americans, Republicans across the country have been determined to ban abortion — even in cases of rape and incest,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “We must restore the critical protections guaranteed by Roe v. Wade, so that every woman in this country can access the healthcare they deserve. The freedom to control your own body is non-negotiable, and I’ll never stop fighting to protect abortion rights until they’re codified into federal law.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-leads-12-his-colleagues-request-support-paralyzed-americans | Magaziner Leads 12 of his Colleagues in Request to Support Paralyzed Americans | 2023-03-28 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Full text of letter Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he is leading 12 of his colleagues in requesting $10.7 million in federal funding for the National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) within the Administration for Community Living (ACL) at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The PRC was created in 2002 to help individuals living with paralysis achieve independent, high-quality lives while assisting those who care for them. Through targeted resources and programs, the PRC reinforces the development of services to support independent living within the disability community and helps address many of the problems that individuals and families living with paralysis face. “The National Paralysis Resource Center is vital to people living with paralysis, as well as to their families and caregivers,” said Rep. Magaziner. “All Americans, no matter their ability status, deserve to live with dignity, independence, and opportunities for community engagement. It’s an honor to lead this effort after it was championed for so long by my predecessor, Rep. Jim Langevin, who was the first quadriplegic ever elected to Congress. I’m proud to lead my colleagues in requesting robust funding for the PRC, so that we can continue building a society that is fully inclusive and accessible for all Americans.” Read full text of letter here: March 24, 2023 Dear Chairman Aderholt and Ranking Member DeLauro, As Members of Congress who support the 5.4 million Americans living with paralysis, their families, and their caregivers, we write to thank you for your ongoing support for this community, and to respectfully request $10,700,000 in FY 2024 for the National Paralysis Resource Center (PRC) within the Administration for Community Living (ACL) at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The PRC was authorized to provide the newly paralyzed with grants, information, support, and advocacy. The PRC was created in 2002 to help individuals living with paralysis achieve indep… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-leads-23-his-colleagues-supporting-career-and-technical-education-0 | Magaziner Leads 23 of his Colleagues in Supporting Career and Technical Education National Programs | 2023-03-28 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Full text of letter Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he is leading 23 of his colleagues in requesting $215.4 million for the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Innovation and Modernization program, which provides competitive grants to improve and modernize CTE and ensure workforce skills align with labor market needs. In their letter, Magaziner and his colleagues emphasized the importance of CTE, which expands access to skills-based learning and provides students with opportunities to gain real-life work experience, earn college credits, and make progress towards industry credentials before graduating high school. As a member of the bipartisan Congressional CTE Caucus, Rep. Magaziner also requested robust funding for noncompetitive Basic State Grants through the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act (Perkins). “Robust investments in career and technical education are critical to ensuring that today’s students are equipped with the necessary skills and education to meet the demands of the 21st century economy,” said Rep. Magaziner. “Working Rhode Islanders will benefit greatly from increased funding for CTE programs, which will enhance U.S. global competitiveness, increase economic opportunity, and expand access to training pathways in critical industries such as manufacturing, cybersecurity, and more.” Read full text of letter here: March 24, 2023 Dear Chairman Aderholt and Ranking Member DeLauro: We write to respectfully request $215,421,000 for Innovation and Modernization (I&M) grants within Career and Technical Education (CTE) National Programs in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations bill. The CTE Perkins I&M program identifies, supports, and rigorously evaluates evidence-based and innovative strategies and activities to improve and modernize CTE and to ensure workforce skills taught in CTE programs align with labor market needs. Though the vast majority of Perkins V funding is awarded on a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-leads-effort-double-pell-grant-and-make-higher-education-more | Magaziner Leads Effort to Double the Pell Grant and Make Higher Education More Affordable | 2023-03-27 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Full text of the letter Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he is leading 104 of his colleagues in requesting increased funding for the Federal Pell Grant Program and to double the maximum annual Pell Grant to $13,000. Magaziner and his colleagues also asked that appropriators secure the long-term affordability impact of the Pell Grant program for future years by indexing the maximum award amount to inflation and ensuring that funding for the program is fully mandatory. “For nearly 50 years, Pell Grants have provided much needed financial assistance to low-income families, unlocking higher education opportunities for millions of students. However, Pell Grants are simply not keeping up with the rising cost of tuition,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “Building on the outstanding legacy of Senator Claiborne Pell, we must make sure that all students, no matter their socio-economic status, can access a college education. By investing in Pell Grants, we will reinforce our national commitment to progress, moving our country forward by ensuring that the next generation of leaders has access to the education they deserve.” Pell Grants are a cornerstone of our nation’s student financial aid system, but today they cover less than one-third of the average cost of attendance at a public four-year university, the lowest share of tuition in the program’s history. Increased tuition costs, as well expenses like textbooks, housing, food, and transportation, have drastically diminished Pell Grant’s purchasing power, placing greater strain on the students and families that the program was designed to help. Congress increased the maximum annual Pell Grant to $7,395 for the 2023-2024 award year, reflecting an increase of $500 and the largest increase in 10 years. However, this still falls short of what is needed to make college affordable to the lowest-income students. Congress must increase the annual Pell Grant to $13,000, which on average would cut student debt at least in half for eligible… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-leads-effort-protect-southern-new-england-coastal-economy-and | Magaziner Leads Effort to Protect Southern New England Coastal Economy and Environment | 2023-03-27 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Full text of letter Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he is leadinghis colleagues from Southern New England, Reps. Cicilline, Auchincloss, and Keating, in requesting $8 million in federal funding for the Southern New England Estuaries Program (SNEP), which supports innovative solutions to ecological and economic issues in southeastern New England estuaries. Rep. Magaziner and his colleagues emphasized the critical role that estuaries play in maintaining healthy ecosystems, as well as the danger that human activity along coasts poses to these fragile ecosystems. They also noted that estuaries provide benefits of great economic and ecological significance, including vital nesting and feeding habitats for aquatic plants and animals. “Rhode Island is lucky to have more than 400 miles of coastline, much of which contributes to our state’s vibrant Blue Economy,” said Rep. Magaziner. “We must protect and restore our coasts and estuaries, which is why I’m leading the effort to invest in these comprehensive efforts that will support regional scientific research to restore clean water, healthy coastal ecosystems, and sustainable coastal communities.” Read full text of letter here: March 24, 2023 Dear Chair Simpson and Ranking Member Pingree: As you craft the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill, we write to request robust funding for the Southern New England Estuaries Program, which supports innovative solutions to ecological and economic issues in southeastern New England estuaries. We appreciate your strong support for the program in FY 2023, and ask for $8 million in FY 2024 to fulfill the program’s mission of preserving the ecological health of southeastern New England’s estuaries, watersheds, and coastal waters. Estuaries are critical to healthy ecosystems but are increasingly affected by the impacts of human activity along the coast. Estuaries provide benefits of great economic and ecological significance, including … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/speaking-house-floor-rep-magaziner-honors-100-year-old-rhode-island-veteran | Speaking from the House Floor, Rep. Magaziner Honors 100-Year Old Rhode Island Veteran | 2023-03-23 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor Mr. Duilio “Dewey” Turilli, a 100-year-old Rhode Island veteran who fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima. Born in Italy, Mr. Turilli came to the United States at the age of 6 from Italy. Shortly thereafter, he and his family settled in Rhode Island. After graduating from Central High School in Providence, Dewey was drafted as a radio operator for the 457th Fighter Squadron, a P-51 Mustang unit in the Army Air Force. During World War II, Mr. Turilli served on the island of Iwo Jima, where he helped U.S. forces to defeat the Japanese on February 23rd, 1945, which happens to be Mr. Turilli’s birthday. Exactly 78 years later, on February 23, 2023, Mr. Turilli celebrated his 100th birthday, surrounded by his friends and family in Warwick. To watch Rep. Magaziner’s full remarks from the House floor, click HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-gluesenkamp-perez-urge-sec-hold-silicon-valley-bank-executives | Magaziner, Gluesenkamp Perez Urge the SEC to Hold Silicon Valley Bank Executives Accountable | 2023-03-21 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Filings Show Bank Executives Sold Millions in Stock Ahead of Collapse WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, Reps. Seth Magaziner (RI-02) and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) penned a letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler urging the Commission to hold Silicon Valley Bank executives accountable for wrongdoing in the days leading up to the collapse. According to SEC filings, Silicon Valley Bank Chief Executive Greg Becker sold nearly $3.6 million in shares and Chief Financial Officer Daniel Beck sold $575,000 worth of shares – just days before the collapse – by use of 10b5-1 plans filed in January. “Together with Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez, I’m calling on the SEC to investigate the SVB executives who dumped millions of dollars in stock just days before the bank collapsed,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “Their irresponsible, potentially criminal behavior undermines the integrity of our financial institutions and harms the working Americans who rely on banks – big and small – to cover daily expenses, pay their employees, and care for their families. When wealthy bank executives use their wealth and power to protect their personal profits, they must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.” "So many small business owners who choose to bank at regional banks were put under an immense amount of stress because of the Silicon Valley Bank collapse and the reckless and potentially criminal behavior from bank executives that led to it," said Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez. "We need to make sure that white-collar crime is treated with the same level of seriousness as blue-collar crime, and that's why I'm proud to join Rep. Magaziner in demanding accountability to help restore faith and stability in our banking system.” 10b5-1 plans allow corporate insiders to sell shares by scheduling share sales in advance; however, the timing of the executives’ stock sales suggest they were attempting to “skirt” a new rule to address misuse of 10b5-1 plans, prompting an S… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/joined-local-labor-leaders-magaziner-calls-passage-pro-act-strengthen-unions | Joined by Local Labor Leaders, Magaziner Calls for Passage of the PRO Act to Strengthen Unions and Rebuild the Middle Class | 2023-03-16 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Magaziner spoke in front of a local Starbucks to highlight the company’s recent history of anti-union practices Warwick, R.I. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) joined Rhode Island labor leaders and a former Starbucks employees to call for the immediate passage of the PRO Act, a comprehensive proposal to protect the rights of workers, which will rebuild the middle class, improve the lives of workers and their families, and create an economy where everyone can succeed. Magaziner was joined at the press conference by George Nee and Patrick Crowley from the RI AFL-CIO, as well as former Starbucks employee Cassie Burke, who reiterated Magaziner’s call to pass the PRO Act and highlighted Starbucks’ recent history of illegal union-busting actions. “The right to form a union is one of the most fundamental rights afforded to all workers,” said Rep. Magaziner. “History has proven that when workers band together to collectively bargain, they secure higher wages, better benefits, and safer working conditions. As unions have come under attack from wealthy special interests, big multinational corporations, and their well-funded lobbyists, all workers – including non-union workers – have paid the price. That’s why I’m fighting so hard to pass the bipartisan PRO Act in Congress.” In the 1950’s, approximately 33% of American workers were part of a union. In the face of increased union-busting tactics over the past 50 years, the rate of union membership has declined to 10.1% of all workers. At the same time, the average wages of middle and lower income earners have remained stagnant, while corporate profits have grown. From 1973 to 2013, hourly compensation of a typical worker rose just 9% while productivity increased 74%. Between 1979 and 2013, the median hourly wages of middle-wage workers rose just 6% — and low wage workers fell by 5%. During the same time period, hourly wages of high-wage workers rose 41%. Image Image Image Image “If we want a better country, we should have a stronger labor movement. Uni… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-magaziners-statement-dr-meghan-hughess-decision-step-down-president-ccri | Rep. Magaziner’s Statement on Dr. Meghan Hughes’s Decision to Step Down as President of CCRI | 2023-03-16 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Warwick, R.I. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) issued the following statement after Dr. Meghan Hughes announced that she will be stepping down as CCRI President this summer. “Since 2016, Dr. Meghan Hughes has been a tremendous leader at one of our state’s most important institutions of higher learning. Thanks to Dr. Hughes, CCRI has developed robust partnerships across the public and private sectors, preparing thousands of Rhode Islanders for good jobs. I’m so grateful for Dr. Hughes’ abiding commitment to academic excellence, equity, and inclusion, and I look forward to seeing what she chooses to do in this next phase of her career.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-cosponsors-legislation-protect-workers-right-organize | Magaziner Cosponsors Legislation to Protect Workers’ Right to Organize | 2023-03-02 | 2023 | 2023-03 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Magaziner joined colleagues from both parties in re-introducing the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act of 2023 Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) became an original cosponsor of H.R. 20, the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act (PRO Act). The PRO Act, which is a comprehensive proposal to protect the rights of workers, will ensure workers’ ability to collectively bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces. “Every single worker ought to have the right to join a union and fight for fair benefits and wages, and for safe working conditions,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “We must protect the right for workers to organize, and hold companies who engage in anti-worker tactics accountable. I’ll always be proud to stand with labor unions and working people, so that all Rhode Islanders have an opportunity to achieve a stable middle class life.” “Working people across Rhode Island know they have a fighter for them in Congressman Magaziner,” said Patrick Crowley, Secretary-Treasurer for the RI AFL-CIO. “Union members across the Ocean State thank him for co-sponsoring the PRO Act.” “The PRO Act is the means to create a level and fair playing field,” said George Nee, President RI AFL-CIO. “It is the way of allowing workers to have a voice on their job and decide for themselves if they want union representation.” Specifically, the PRO Act will bolster the protections granted to workers by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), so that workers can more effectively stand together to organize a union. Included in the bill are provisions to enhance workers’ rights to support strikes, override so-called “Right to Work” laws that prevent unions from collecting dues from workers they represent, and establish a private right of action for workers whose rights have been violated. The bill also holds employers accountable for violating workers’ rights by closing anti-worker loopholes in existing labor law and authorizing meaningful penalties … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:30:02Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-spends-february-district-work-period-meeting-rhode-islanders-and | Magaziner Spends February District Work Period Meeting with Rhode Islanders and Visiting Economic and Education Hubs | 2023-02-27 | 2023 | 2023-02 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Over the last two weeks, Magaziner held a healthcare roundtable to discuss workforce issues, met with municipal officials, and toured RIC, URI, CCRI, and the Port of Galilee Washington, D.C. – It has been a busy February District Work Period for Representative Magaziner (RI-02), who has spent the last two weeks meeting with Rhode Islanders across the Second Congressional District. “I’ve spent the last two weeks traveling across the Second Congressional District, visiting economic hubs and talking with everyday Rhode Islanders so that I can most effectively represent our state in Washington D.C.,” said Rep. Magaziner. “I am always happy to be home, but I especially enjoyed connecting with the working people who sent me to Congress to champion their rights and needs. My time back in-district has reenergized my commitment to the fight for working Rhode Islanders in D.C.” Magaziner kicked off his time in-district by hosting a roundtable discussion about ways to support valued healthcare workers. During the roundtable, Magaziner announced his first piece of legislation, the Healthcare Worker Retention Act, which will incentivize hiring and retention in healthcare fields, improve healthcare professionals’ ability to provide high quality care to RI patients, and expand Rhode Islander’s access to safe, affordable, and reliable healthcare. Image Magaziner then began a series of visits to local institutions of higher learning by touring Rhode Island College, where he met with interim President Jack Warner to discuss future opportunities for collaboration at Rhode Island’s oldest public college. Image Magaziner then took a trip to South County, where he toured the University of Rhode Island’s Bay Campus with President Marc Parlange. During the visit, Rep. Magaziner received a firsthand look at the cutting-edge marine science and aquaculture research taking place at the University, which is creating good-paying jobs in Rhode Island and growing RI’s Blue Economy. He also toured Becton, Dickinson and Company headquarter… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:18:08Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/magaziner-condemns-speaker-mccarthys-decision-hand-over-sensitive-jan-6-tapes | Magaziner Condemns Speaker McCarthy’s Decision to Hand Over Sensitive Jan. 6 Tapes to TV Personality with History of Promoting Conspiracy Theories | 2023-02-24 | 2023 | 2023-02 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02), the lead Democrat on the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence, condemned the reckless decision by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to grant Fox News personality Tucker Carlson exclusive access to thousands of hours of Capitol Police security footage from the day of the January 6 attack on the Capitol. Speaker McCarthy’s decision – which was made without proper coordination with Capitol Police – is a deeply irresponsible move that could provide opportunities for hostile nations, terrorist organizations and domestic extremists to threaten the Capitol, the people inside it, and the continuity of American government in the future. “Elected officials have a sacred duty to protect our Capitol and our democracy from those who wish our nation harm,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “While we still do not know exactly what information Speaker McCarthy has made available to Tucker Carlson, we do know that the footage in question could include sensitive information such as the tactics Capitol Police use to secure the Capitol and the methods of evacuating key personnel in the event of an attack. If this information were to fall into the wrong hands, our nation’s security could be in grave risk. The fact that Speaker McCarthy may be providing unredacted footage to Tucker Carlson, a media personality who regularly promotes false conspiracy theories and pro-Putin propaganda is all the more disturbing. I will continue to work with my colleagues who care about the security of our nation and integrity of our democracy to learn what if any sensitive information has been released by Speaker McCarthy and to encourage him to mitigate any potential fallout.” While many hours of Capitol security footage from January 6th have been made available to the public, the Capitol Police and other law enforcement and national security experts have repeatedly cautioned that the release of certain types of security footage could impede the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:18:08Z |
| https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases/during-roundtable-healthcare-leaders-magaziner-announces-bill-address | During Roundtable with Healthcare Leaders, Magaziner Announces Bill to Address Workforce Shortages in Healthcare | 2023-02-15 | 2023 | 2023-02 | Democrat | House | RI | Seth Magaziner | M001223 | magaziner.house.gov | magaziner | https://magaziner.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, during a roundtable discussion with local healthcare leaders, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced his first piece of legislation as a Member of Congress. Magaziner’s legislation, the “Healthcare Worker Retention Act,” will provide a refundable tax credit of $2,000 over two years to any worker in a healthcare setting who has an annual salary of less than $100,000 or combined household income of less than $200,000. The bill will incentivize hiring and retention in healthcare fields, improve healthcare professionals’ ability to provide high quality care to RI patients, and expand Rhode Islander’s access to safe, affordable, and reliable healthcare. “Healthcare systems in Rhode Island – and across the country – are at a breaking point due to widespread staffing shortages,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “Exacerbated by the pandemic, these shortages have been worsening every year, threatening the health and wellbeing of our communities. Today, I’m introducing the Healthcare Worker Retention Act – my first bill as a Member of Congress – because every Rhode Islander deserves access to quality, affordable, and efficient healthcare, and all healthcare workers deserve the necessary support to provide that care.” Image Image Image The Healthcare Worker Retention Act will provide healthcare workers with a series of refundable tax credits to help retain and attract talent in the healthcare sector. This tax credit will serve as an incentive to remain in healthcare professions and will put more money back into the pockets of critical healthcare workers. Specifically, the Healthcare Worker Retention Act will: Provides a refundable tax credit of $2,000 over two years, disbursed in payments of $500 every 6 months, to any worker in a healthcare setting who has an annual salary of less than $100,000 or combined household income of less than $200,000. Eligible healthcare workers will include anyone who delivers care and services to the sick and ailing either directly as nurses and doctors or i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:18:08Z |
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