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| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-the-life-and-legacy-of-former-president-jimmy-carter | Reed Statement on the Life & Legacy of Former President Jimmy Carter | 2024-12-29 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) issued the following statement on the passing of James Earl “Jimmy” Carter Jr., 100, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981 and went on to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002: “From the Naval Academy to the White House to Habitat for Humanity, Jimmy Carter led a life of public service and personal integrity. He and his late, beloved wife, Rosalyn, were true champions for human rights, peace, and democracy. Whether it was serving in the Navy or in office, President Carter dedicated his life to public service. He was ahead of his time on issues like climate change, clean energy, and environmental conservation. Jimmy Carter was a man of uncommon principle, compassion, caring, kindness, and faith who truly lived his values and made the world a better place.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-backed-bill-to-protect-social-security-benefits-for-public-workers-approved-by-senate | Reed-backed Bill to Protect Social Security Benefits for Public Workers Approved by Senate | 2024-12-21 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Senate voted 76-20 to pass the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R.82/S.597) to correct a long-standing penalty that unfairly impacts millions of public servants and surviving spouses across the nation. The bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act was introduced in the Senate by Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Susan Collins (R-ME) and in the U.S. House by Representatives Abigail Spanberger (D-VA-7) and Garret Graves (R-LA-6). Senator Reed is an original cosponsor of the Senate bill, which had 62 cosponsors. The bipartisan legislation, which previously passed the U.S. House of Representatives in November with a vote of 327-75-1, repeals the government pension offset (GPO) and windfall elimination provision (WEP) that reduce Social Security benefits for some firefighters, police officers, public school teachers, postal workers, and other public workers and their spouses. “Thousands of hardworking Rhode Islanders who have dedicated their lives to serving our communities deserve the reassurance that they won’t be short-changed on their Social Security benefits. I’ve worked with my colleague Sherrod Brown for years to pass this legislation in order to ensure that millions of teachers, postal workers, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and other dedicated civil servants get the benefits they have earned,” said Senator Reed. “I’m glad we were able to finally deliver this correction for millions of hardworking Americans and I’m committed to protecting and strengthening Social Security to ensure all Americans are able to retire with the dignity and financial security they have earned.” According to the Congressional Research Service, the WEP and GPO provisions have limited Social Security payouts for approximately 2.8 million Americans. Now that the legislation has been approved by the Senate, it will be sent to the President’s desk to be signed into law. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-and-whitehouse-steer-extra-9m-to-ridot-in-bipartisan-water-infrastructure-bill | Reed & Whitehouse Steer Extra $9M to RIDOT in Bipartisan Water Infrastructure Bill | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to bolster Rhode Island’s water infrastructure, help the state tap into transportation dollars, and promote Ocean State economic development, U.S. Senators Jack Reed, a leading member of the Appropriations Committee, and Sheldon Whitehouse, the next Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, helped pass the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024. This legislation authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to carry out projects that enhance our nation’s ports, harbors, inland waterway navigation, flood and storm protection, and other critical water infrastructure. This year’s bill also includes provisions to help states, including Rhode Island, unlock unused transportation funds that have accumulated under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program. The bill directs the U.S. Secretary of Transportation (USDOT) to transfer $1.8 billion in unused TIFIA funding to the states through the existing Surface Transportation Block Grant program, which provides flexible funding to states for key transportation projects. It also directs USDOT to redistribute 75 percent of any future unused amounts out of the $250 million provided to TIFIA annually in each of FY 2025 and 2026. As a result, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will receive an additional one-time allocation of roughly $9 million that the state may use toward key transportation priorities. This year’s WRDA also reauthorizes the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to help spur development in distressed local communities across the country. Through its grant programs, EDA helps local communities plan for economic development activities, construct ‘last-mile’ infrastructure, and mitigate the effects of short- and long-term economic challenges and disasters. “WRDA invests in our waterways and help keeps commerce flowing. I worked on a bipartisan basis to help unlock an estimated $9 million in transportation funding for … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-applauds-final-passage-of-legislation-creating-a-southern-new-england-regional-commission | RI Delegation Applauds Final Passage of Legislation Creating a Southern New England Regional Commission | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Representatives Seth Magaziner (D-RI) and Gabe Amo (D-RI) today cheered the final passage of legislation establishing a Southern New England Regional Commission to spur region-wide economic growth and attract more federal investment to Rhode Island. The legislation passed as part of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, which authorizes improvements to our nation’s harbors and waterways, invests in coastal resiliency efforts, and supports U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects nationwide. The Senate cleared the bill by a vote of 97 to 1, and the measure passed the House last week by a vote of 399-18. The legislation now heads to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. “This is good news for Rhode Island, as is the fact that Senator Whitehouse is ascending to the top of the Environment and Public Works Committee. He’s always been a strong advocate for the Ocean State with an outstanding record of delivering for working families. The inclusion of this provision is a credit to him, as well as former Congressman David Cicilline, who worked the issue for many years as part of the Democratic leadership on the House side during his term in office,” said Reed. “Today’s bipartisan passage of WRDA has some big wins for Rhode Island, but none bigger than the establishment of a Southern New England Regional Commission. During his years in the House, my former colleague Congressman Cicilline was the driving force behind this effort, which will leverage partnerships between local, state, and the federal government to boost the regional economy across state lines and bring home additional federal funding to Rhode Island. I’m proud to have helped secure this long-fought victory for Congressman Cicilline and for Rhode Island,” said Whitehouse, who in the next Congress will be the top Democrat on the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, where WRDA is drafted. “The establishment of a Southern New Engla… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-backs-bill-to-help-state-and-local-authorities-counter-drone-threats | Reed Backs Bill to Help State & Local Authorities Counter Drone Threats | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – With an uptick in drone sightings raising security concerns and jurisdictional questions across the country, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, is teaming up with Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), the Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security Committee, on a bill to enhance law enforcement's ability to detect and counter threats posed by the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The Safeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act (S. 1631) would provide state and local authorities with more authority and tools to track drones. The measure would authorize state and local law enforcement to work with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to conduct detection operations to locate the source of drone threats. It would create a program where DHS and DOJ would designate a dozen state/local agencies each year to receive special training to allow them to both detect and bring down drones that threaten critical facilities or mass gatherings like sporting events. The bill also would allow the federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to proactively protect transportation infrastructure from drone threats, including by using detection and mitigation equipment before an emergency situation arises. It would also allow DHS and DOJ to use existing authorities to protect critical infrastructure. “There has been a lot of confusion in the wake of increased drone activity up and down the East Coast and other parts of the country. This is a commonsense measure granting law enforcement more authority to combat potential threats posed by drones and ensure that local law enforcement entities are coordinating with the federal government and have the tools, training, and protocols in place in case of an emergency. The Safeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act would allow DHS and DOJ to work with state and local officials to neutralize drones determi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-leads-passage-of-major-defense-bill | Reed Leads Passage of Major Defense Bill | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Senate voted 85-14 today to pass the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and send it to President Biden to be signed into law. The $883.7 billion NDAA strengthens existing defense programs and improves pay and benefits for servicemembers, including a 14.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers and a 4.5 increase for all other servicemembers. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), who led passage of the bill through the Senate, stated: “The 2025 NDAA strengthens America’s economic, industrial, and military might. It invests in our servicemembers -- increasing the pay of junior enlisted servicemembers by an historic level. And it contains significant raises for all other uniformed personnel and DOD employees too. It includes major quality of life improvements -- enhancing things like childcare, housing, medical services, employment support for military spouses, and more. And it authorizes critical investments in technology and advanced weapons systems; strengthens our cyber capabilities; and bolsters innovative research and development efforts.” The 2025 NDAA authorizes investments for the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and national security programs at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to safeguard the nation, enhance our deterrence capabilities, and strengthen America’s defense industrial base. The $883.7 billion topline includes $849.9 billion for DOD programs, $33.3 billion for national security programs at DOE and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, and $512.4 million for other defense-related activities. The NDAA sets defense policy and investment priorities for the next year, including military readiness, training and operations; infrastructure construction and maintenance; and research and development programs. “This NDAA will make America stronger and more secure. It includes future-oriented policies, cost-effective investments, and battlefield improvements to safeguard the n… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-the-passing-of-former-lt-governor-thomas-ross-diluglio | Reed Statement on the Passing of Former Lt. Governor Thomas Ross DiLuglio | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jack Reed today issued the following statement on the passing of former Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor Thomas Ross DiLuglio: “I’m saddened to hear of the passing of my friend, Tom DiLugio. “Tom was a dedicated public servant. He was also an adept, sharp-witted political commentator. Many Rhode Islanders will remember Tom for his insightful commentary and willingness to mix it up with pundits on shows like Rhode Island PBS’s ‘A Lively Experiment.’ “Tom’s legacy will live on through the contributions he made to our communities and the state. From advocating for our state’s economy to helping establish the first Rhode Island chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, I am grateful for his outstanding service and I will miss his friendship. “My thoughts are with Tom’s wife, Ann, and the entire DiLuglio family.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/senate-advances-reed-backed-bill-to-protect-social-security-benefits-for-public-workers | Senate Advances Reed-backed Bill to Protect Social Security Benefits for Public Workers | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to correct long-standing issues with Social Security that unfairly impact the nation’s firefighters, law enforcement officers, public school teachers, postal workers, and other public servants, the U.S. Senate today advanced the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R.82/S.597) with a vote of 73-27. The bipartisan legislation, which previously passed the U.S. House of Representatives in November with a vote of 327-75-1, repeals the government pension offset (GPO) and windfall elimination (WEP) provision that reduce Social Security benefits for some public employees and their spouses. U.S. Senator Jack Reed is an original cosponsor of the bill in the Senate and says repealing these harmful provisions is critical in ensuring career public servants are able to retire with dignity and financial security they have earned. “For thousands of hardworking Rhode Islanders, the Social Security Fairness Act makes sure that their years of dedicated service to our nation, state, or community and their contributions to Social Security result in them receiving the benefits they deserve. It has taken decades for this bill to pass through congress and this accomplishment would not have been possible without the effort and advocacy of millions of teachers, postal workers, firefighters, police officers, and other proud civil servants who made their voices heard,” said Senator Reed. “I will continue fighting to protect and strengthen Social Security for all the hardworking Rhode Islanders and Americans who have dutifully paid into and earned their benefits.” According to the Congressional Research Service, the WEP and GPO provisions have limited Social Security payouts for approximately 2.8 million Americans. The Social Security Fairness Act was introduced in the House by Representatives Abigail Spanberger (D-VA-7) and Garret Graves (R-LA-6) and in the Senate by Senators Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Susan Collins (R-ME). Senator Reed is one of 62 cosponsors of the bill. Now that the bill has cleared its firs… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/us-senate-passes-reeds-homebuyers-privacy-protection-act-to-eliminate-misuse-of-trigger-leads-and-cut-down-on-unwanted-spam-calls-texts-and-emails | U.S. Senate Passes Reed’s Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act to Eliminate Misuse of “Trigger Leads” & Cut Down on Unwanted Spam Calls, Texts and Emails | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to give prospective homebuyers more control over their personal information, the U.S. Senate approved the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act (S. 3502) to dramatically reduce spam calls, texts, and emails from irresponsible players in the mortgage industry. Authored by U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Bill Hagerty (R-TN), the bipartisan bill would crackdown on the misuse of mortgage “trigger leads” – which occur when a consumer’s credit inquiry “triggers” the sale of their information to third-party lenders and businesses. When a mortgage lender runs a credit check during the process to buy a home, it appears on the consumer’s credit report. The major credit reporting bureaus (including Equifax, Experian and TransUnion) may then sell that information to other lenders or brokers, which then use it to contact consumers unprompted, often in a predatory manner, to solicit business. According to the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) president Jim Nabors: “It is not unusual for bank customers to receive 100+ misleading texts, phone calls and emails within the first 24 hours of applying for a mortgage and the passage of this bill will go a long way in relieving this burden to homebuyers.” Prospective homebuyers who are bombarded by these kinds of solicitations typically have no idea their information was sold without their consent. The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act would limit the ability of credit reporting bureaus to sell trigger leads to mortgage brokers and lenders when the bureaus learn that a consumer has applied for a mortgage. This legislation would prohibit trigger leads, with very limited exceptions for institutions that a consumer currently knows and trusts. “Buying a home is already a complex and stressful process. Consumers should not get needlessly ‘spammed’ with unsolicited, predatory offers just because they take a necessary step in the homebuying process,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee. “The Ho… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-wants-feds-to-help-protect-residents-in-wake-of-cyberattack-on-ribridges-computer-system | RI Delegation Wants Feds to Help Protect Residents in Wake of Cyberattack on RIBridges Computer System | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to assist the state in the wake of a cyberattack against RIBridges – the state’s integrated online platform for social services – and mitigate the impact of the attack on Rhode Islanders, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) requesting additional flexibility and assistance to ensure residents are protected and do not lose access to vital services. Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation wants the federal government to coordinate efforts with the state to help keep participants enrolled in Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). “In light of a major cyberattack, we write to urge your Departments to grant the State of Rhode Island flexibility and time to comply with administrative requirements related to its public benefits programs and to provide any additional support to ensure that eligible individuals do not lose access to needed benefits,” the four members of the delegation wrote. The letter comes on the heels of a cyberattack on RIBridges (originally known as UHIP), by the international ransomware group known as Brain Cipher. RIBridges was developed by consulting firm Deloitte under a state contract. The cyberattack put the personal data (including names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and bank information) of approximately 500,000 people at risk as the hackers demand a ransom payment. The letter notes that in the wake of the attack: “The State directed the vendor responsible for administering the platform to shut down RI Bridges in order to remove all malicious code and remediate the threat. Individuals now must submit paper applications to secure their benefits. The impact could be large since RI Bridges manages enrollment and eligibility verifications for programs, including Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-backed-national-defense-bill-clears-major-senate-hurdle | Reed-backed National Defense Bill Clears Major Senate Hurdle | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – On a bipartisan basis, U.S. Senators voted 83-12 to advance a compromise version of the fiscal year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), teeing up debate and final passage of the legislation in the coming days. The $883.7 billion fiscal year 2025 NDAA was previously approved last week by a vote of 281-140 in the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation includes a 14.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers and a 4.5 increase for all other servicemembers, as well as wage increases for Defense Department employees in Rhode Island and nationwide. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) who voted to advance the bipartisan annual defense policy bill, said passing the NDAA and sending it to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law is critical to bolstering national security and deterring hostile threats from foreign adversaries. “Our nation faces a complex and evolving range of security threats, and we must provide our servicemembers with the resources they need to safeguard our nation both now and in the future. Enacting the National Defense Authorization Act is critical to this endeavor, and the floor debate is a crucial part of the process,” said Reed. The 2025 NDAA authorizes investments for the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and national security programs at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to safeguard the nation, enhance our deterrence capabilities, and strengthen America’s defense industrial base. The $883.7 billion topline includes $849.9 billion for DOD programs, $33.3 billion for national security programs at DOE and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, and $512.4 million for other defense-related activities. The NDAA sets defense policy and investment priorities for the next year, including military readiness, training and operations; infrastructure construction and maintenance; and research and development programs. In addition to the pay raise for servicemembers, the legislation also incl… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/east-providence-gets-550000-to-modernize-traffic-control-infrastructure-and-ease-congestion | East Providence Gets $550,000 to Modernize Traffic Control Infrastructure & Ease Congestion | 2024-12-13 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – In a step that could ease traffic congestion and improve public safety in the neighborhoods near the Washington Bridge, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Gabe Amo today announced a new federal grant to inform future upgrades to key infrastructure and technology related to traffic control along the City of East Providence’s most trafficked roadways. The City of East Providence has been awarded a $549,770 federal grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Grants Program. This grant will be carried out in conjunction with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and will focus on local roadways that serve as critical access points to the Interstate 195, which cuts through East Providence and serves as the only east-west access point connecting eastern Rhode Island and Massachusetts to Interstate 95. This Stage 1 funding will help East Providence determine the best ways to modernize local infrastructure, upgrade advanced traffic detection technology, replace outdated traffic signals, and help acquire new real-time data and traffic controls with the goal of relieving the pressure of gridlock traffic. “I am committed to doing everything I can to help East Providence address traffic control issues and relieve congestion resulting from the emergency closure of the westbound portion of the Washington Bridge. The increased strain on local roads from the closure heightens frustration and increases hazards, drive time, and the potential for accidents,” said Senator Jack Reed. “This grant will help modernize the City’s traffic control systems and make roads safer, more efficient, and easier to navigate.” “The Washington Bridge situation is causing backups into East Providence neighborhoods that were not designed to handle heavy traffic,” said Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. “This federal funding will support upgrades to roads and traffic signals so that drivers can travel more ef… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-announces-285-million-for-local-food-programs-across-ri | Reed Announces $2.85 Million for Local Food Programs Across RI | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – As part of his ongoing efforts to strengthen Rhode Island’s food supply chain and help local farmers, fishermen, and families in need, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today announced that Rhode Island is getting $2.85 million through two key U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs. Rhode Island is getting $1,124,836 through the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement (LFPA) program, which allows food to be purchased within the state or within 400 miles of its delivery destination and is then distributed through food banks, pantries, and other food distribution centers to hungry families in need. The state is also getting $1,730,304 through the Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement (LFS) program, which is designed to help school districts partner with local farmers and producers to offer students more access to fresh, nutritious foods unique to the area. In Rhode Island, the federal LFPA funding will be distributed through a cooperative agreement between USDA and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), working with nonprofits like Farm Fresh Rhode Island, to purchase local foods for distribution within the state’s hunger relief system. To date, DEM, Farm Fresh, and their partners have purchased food from 95 local producers and distributed it to over 65,000 Rhode Islanders through the LFPA program. The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) will be allocated the federal LFS funding to support the purchase of unprocessed and minimally processed local foods to be used in school meals. RIDE will also work with Farm Fresh to administer this funding. “Using local foods to feed hungry Rhode Islanders is a commonsense way to reduce food insecurity while also supporting Rhode Island producers. I’m proud to deliver federal investments that will increase nutritious local food options for students and families in need while creating opportunities for local farmers and fishermen to grow their businesses and strengthen the resiliency of our local food supply cha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-sullivan-and-colleagues-ask-college-football-playoffs-to-preserve-army-navy-games-time-honored-tradition | Reed, Sullivan & Colleagues Ask College Football Playoffs to Preserve Army-Navy Game’s ‘Time-Honored Tradition’ | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Ahead of the 125th annual Army-Navy game set to kickoff this Saturday at 3 p.m. just outside our nation’s capital, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), and Dan Sullivan (R-AK), a member of SASC, led a letter with over 50 of their Congressional colleagues to the executive directors of the College Football Playoff and Bowl Season asking that they preserve the annual Army-Navy football game’s “time-honored tradition” of setting “aside the second Saturday in December in future seasons solely” for the patriotic sporting event which also serves as an important recruiting tool for the U.S Armed Forces and as a patriotic, unifying force for the nation. This year’s Army-Navy game will be the first time since 2009 that other games have been scheduled on the same day (excluding the 2020 season which was modified due to the COVID-19 pandemic). “The Army vs. Navy Football Game – affectionately known as “America’s Game” – has long been recognized as one of the greatest events in all of college sports,” the 55 members of Congress wrote in the letter. “The game is so important that it continued to be played even during World War II. Citizens throughout the world look forward to the game’s telecast, which engages the interest of millions of Americans, including the hundreds of thousands of current and former military personnel who watch it. The game is always played in a sold out NFL venue and brings patriotism and pageantry to the fans in the stadium and to the people of the host city. To reflect the immeasurable esteem that this event garnered for decades, it has been played for many years on a Saturday reserved specifically for the Army vs. Navy Game without any competing college football events.” The letter continues: “We write out of concern that the additional games detract from the focus on our Armed Forces that the nationally televised Army vs. Navy Game provided with a unique day set aside for it. Young Americans often cite the pregame events as i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/house-passes-reed-backed-national-defense-bill | House Passes Reed-backed National Defense Bill | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives voted 281-140 to approve the fiscal year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) agreement, sending the measure over to the U.S. Senate for consideration and final passage. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), urged the Senate to move quickly to pass the bipartisan bill and send it to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. Totaling $883.7 billion, the 2025 NDAA authorizes investments for the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and national security programs at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to safeguard the nation, enhance our deterrence capabilities, and strengthen America’s defense industrial base. The $883.7 billion topline includes $849.9 billion for DOD programs, $33.3 billion for national security programs at DOE and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, and $512.4 million for other defense-related activities. The NDAA sets defense policy and investment priorities for the next year, including military readiness, training and operations; infrastructure construction and maintenance; and research and development programs. The 2025 NDAA includes a 4.5 percent across-the-board pay raise for America's servicemembers, an additional 10 percent pay raise for junior enlisted personnel, a 2 percent pay raise for DOD civilian employees, and a series of major quality of life improvements for servicemembers to enhance childcare, housing, medical services, employment support for military spouses, and more. “This NDAA will make America stronger and more secure. It includes future-oriented policies, cost-effective investments, and battlefield improvements to safeguard the nation, support our forces, and reform the Pentagon. It’s a major victory for our servicemembers and their families that improves their pay, health, housing, and more. This bill ensures the continued excellence of our all-volunteer force – by far the most dominant, capable, and advanced military fighting force in the world. It… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/sasc-chairman-reed-leads-advancement-of-national-defense-bill | SASC Chairman Reed Leads Advancement of National Defense Bill | 2024-12-08 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- After negotiating a bipartisan, bicameral fiscal year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) agreement, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), joined U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS), the Ranking Member of SASC, and U.S. Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Adam Smith (D-WA), the Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), to release this year’s reconciled defense bill. Totaling $883.7 billion, the 2025 NDAA authorizes investments for the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and national security programs at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to safeguard the nation, enhance our deterrence capabilities, and strengthen America’s defense industrial base. The $883.7 billion topline includes $849.9 billion for DOD programs, $33.3 billion for national security programs at DOE and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, and $512.4 million for other defense-related activities. The NDAA sets defense policy and investment priorities for the next year, including military readiness, training and operations; infrastructure construction and maintenance; and research and development programs. The FY 2025 NDAA includes a 4.5 percent across-the-board pay raise for America's servicemembers, an additional 10 percent pay raise for junior enlisted personnel, a 2 percent pay raise for DOD civilian employees, and enhances our servicemembers’ quality of life. “The NDAA is foundational for our national defense. This forward-looking, bipartisan bill prioritizes our servicemembers and their families. It authorizes critical projects, provides direction to guide the Department of Defense, and ensures the continued excellence of our all-volunteer force – by far the strongest military in the world. It is the product of months of bicameral work and wisely invests in our undersea capabilities, boosts innovation, and supports the technology and capabilities our warfighters need to deter aggression and prevail on any future battlefie… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-announces-nearly-10-million-to-boost-public-safety-and-support-local-law-enforcement | RI Delegation Announces Nearly $10 Million to Boost Public Safety & Support Local Law Enforcement | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to improve public safety, prevent crime, and serve justice, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced $9.85 million in federal funding to support police officers, law enforcement agencies, and nonprofit organizations. The funding will be used to implement a range of crime reduction strategies and criminal justice initiatives to help keep people and communities safe, including: Combating violence, drug trafficking, and various forms of crime with evidence-based, collaborative strategies and programs across the state; Preventing domestic violence and assisting survivors; Bolstering forensic science research and services; Upgrading criminal records systems, registries, and critical technological infrastructure; and Preventing children from being victimized by online predators. “Crime has no place in our communities. Along with my colleagues in the delegation, I fight and vote every year to deliver more federal funds to prevent and solve crimes, serve justice, and support victims. This federal funding is a result of those efforts. It will enhance public safety, reduce crime, and strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve,” said Senator Reed. “Rhode Island’s law enforcement and public safety organizations provide heroic support to our communities. When we equip them to best respond to our communities’ needs, we save lives,” said Senator Whitehouse, a former Rhode Island Attorney General and senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee. “I am pleased to help deliver federal investments to modernize our criminal justice system, fight the opioid epidemic, expand behavioral and mental health services, and support survivors of violent crime.” “Keeping Rhode Islanders safe is a top priority, and that means supporting Rhode Island’s police officers, law enforcement agencies and nonprofit organizations in their important work to prevent crime and deliver justice,” said Rep. S… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/new-1m-federal-grant-helps-blackstone-river-restoration-take-shape | New $1M Federal Grant Helps Blackstone River Restoration Take Shape | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – The mighty Blackstone River, originally known as ‘Mishkittakooksepe’ by the Narragansett people, flows for 48 miles through Massachusetts and Rhode Island, ending at Pawtucket Falls in Rhode Island. For centuries, the river has served as a lifeline to people living in the Blackstone Valley and continues to be rich in both history and biodiversity. The river played a crucial role in transportation, irrigation, as a drinking source, and due to its unique elevation, as a source of hydro power during the Industrial Revolution. In an effort to preserve and restore the Blackstone River and boost its resilience for future generations, U.S. Senators Jack Reed, Sheldon Whitehouse, and Congressman Gabe Amo today announced $1 million in federal funds for the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) to study the river and identify solutions to restore its natural infrastructure. The federal funds for RIDEM and its primary project partner, the Blackstone Watershed Collaborative, flow through the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) America the Beautiful Grant Program. The project, “Kittacuck Restored: Planning for an Accessible, Connected, Resilient River,” aims to directly engage more than 50 local partners in developing a collective roadmap for watershed improvements along the Blackstone. “The Blackstone River is a natural asset with tremendous cultural, historical, and ecological significance. We’ve invested heavily in cleaning up the river and transforming it into a healthier habitat for people and wildlife. This new federal funding will help RIDEM and its partners take additional steps to safeguard aquatic habitats that support wildlife, improve water quality, and support resilient landscapes,” said Senator Reed. “As climate change continues to impact our communities, it is critical that we invest in a better understanding of our changing environmental assets, like the Blackstone, and devise a plan to keep them healthy and safe for generations to come.” “Rhode Island’s Bl… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-the-2024-presidential-election | Reed Statement on the 2024 Presidential Election | 2024-11-06 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- After the Associated Press and other major news outlets called the 2024 presidential election for Donald J. Trump and after Vice President Kamala Harris called Trump to concede, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) issued the following statement: “After a hard fought election in a country that remains closely divided, the American people have spoken and Donald Trump will be the next president. I congratulate him and all those who stood for public office and ran spirited races at the federal, state, and local levels. “President Trump inherits the strongest economy and the strongest military in the world, as well as restored international alliances. We must work together to expand prosperity and opportunity, keep the American people safe, and meet the challenges our nation faces. “The greatness of our nation does not flow from one person, not even the highest office in the land, and the presidency is not a monarchy. American greatness springs from the people and the rule of law. The government exists to serve, protect, and represent the people – not retribution and revenge. Our democratic republic will flourish so long as We The People -- citizens, patriots, and especially elected officials -- uphold our oath to the Constitution. “My focus will remain on what is right for the people of Rhode Island, and I will never stop fighting for the interests of our great state.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-thanks-vice-president-harris-for-historic-service-and-hard-work | Reed Thanks Vice President Harris for Historic Service and Hard Work | 2024-11-06 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI -- U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today issued the following statement thanking Vice President Kamala Harris for her historic service and hard work: “Vice President Harris is a person of tremendous strength and grit who has given historic service to the nation. She ran a tough, energetic race under unprecedented circumstances and her character and integrity never wavered. She remained true to the core American values we all hold dear. “With President Biden, she played a crucial role in rebuilding American manufacturing, boosting energy independence and addressing climate change, repairing our roads and bridges, and restoring our international alliances. Those are major achievements, and they are spread across our country to the benefit of all. “Vice President Harris invited Americans from all walks of life to come together to expand opportunity and build an economy that works for everyone. Although she fell short of her goal, she blazed a trail for others to follow.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-denounces-trumps-dark-suggestion-that-political-rival-should-have-guns-trained-on-her-face | Reed Denounces Trump’s Dark Suggestion That Political Rival Should Have “Guns Trained on Her Face” | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI -- After former President Donald Trump suggested last night that former U.S. Representative Liz Cheney (R-WY) should have guns “trained on her face,” U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) condemned Trump’s increasingly violent and unhinged rhetoric and warned that Trump could try to purge the U.S. military, U.S Intelligence, and U.S. Department of Justice of professionals and stock them with extremists who swear an oath to Trump instead of the Constitution. Today, Senator Reed stated: “Unlike Liz Cheney or Donald Trump, I actually opposed the war in Iraq and voted against it. But there is no excuse for Trump’s vile, violent, and unhinged suggestion that a former member of Congress should be targeted like this and have guns trained on her face. “People, including myself, may not agree with Liz Cheney on policy, but she respects the Constitution and the rule of law. Donald Trump has shown through word and deed that he puts himself above the law. “Trump has made it clear that he wants to get rid of dedicated, career public servants who have sworn an oath to the Constitution in order to replace them with extremists who will not hesitate to act, without question, on his strange and disturbing statements. His attitude and rhetoric point to him firing competent officers and replacing them with people who swear allegiance to him, not the Constitution. “That is very disturbing, completely unprecedented, and should be widely condemned.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-announces-24-million-in-liheap-aid-to-help-riers-lower-home-energy-bills | Reed Announces $24 Million in LIHEAP Aid to Help RIers Lower Home Energy Bills | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to help some of the nation’s most vulnerable households pay their home energy bills, the Biden-Harris Administration today released $3.71 billion for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), including $24,063,792 for Rhode Island. Even as the U.S. has become the largest oil producer in the world, colder winters in the Northeast mean the demand for LIHEAP is high. The federally funded program is a crucial lifeline that helps low-income households and seniors on fixed incomes afford their energy bills, including those who use natural gas, propane, electricity, and home heating oil. U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a leading member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and a Congressional champion for LIHEAP, cheered the release of funds and says it will allow states to provide funds to support income eligible households with utility costs. Earlier this month, Reed joined Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) in leading a bipartisan call for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release LIHEAP funds as swiftly and at the highest level possible. “This federal funding will help keep vulnerable Rhode Islanders safe and healthy through targeted initiatives that lower utility bills. It will ease the energy cost burden for low-income residents, who pay a higher proportion of household income to heat their homes when cold winter weather hits. Nobody should have to choose between affording needed medication or having their heat turned off. LIHEAP is a real lifeline that has proven to make a real positive difference for so many Rhode Islanders,” said Senator Reed, who helped provide a total of $4.1 billion for LIHEAP in fiscal year 2024, with $4 billion through appropriations and $100 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds. Under the short-term “continuing resolution” funding package that President Biden signed into law in September, HHS is able to advance states’ funding equal to 90 percent of their FY24 allocation. Rhode Islanders wishing … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-collins-and-murkowski-welcome-release-of-371-billion-in-liheap-home-heating-aid | Reed, Collins & Murkowski Welcome Release of $3.71 Billion in LIHEAP Home Heating Aid | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – With colder weather around the corner and Congress continuing its work on appropriations bills, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today welcomed the Biden-Harris Administration’s release of $3.71 billion for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This federal funding will allow states to provide funds to support income eligible households with utility costs. LIHEAP is a crucial lifeline that helps low-income households and seniors on fixed incomes afford their energy bills, including those who use natural gas, propane, electricity, and home heating oil. Earlier this month, Reed, Collins and Murkowski led a bipartisan call for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release LIHEAP funds as swiftly and at the highest level possible. “This federal funding will help keep vulnerable Rhode Islanders safe and healthy through targeted initiatives that lower utility bills. It will ease the energy cost burden for low-income residents, who pay a higher proportion of household income to heat their homes when cold winter weather hits. Nobody should have to choose between affording needed medication or having their heat turned off. LIHEAP is a real lifeline that has proven to make a real positive difference for so many Rhode Islanders,” said Senator Reed. “With home energy costs remaining high, this federal funding will help to ensure that Mainers have access to affordable heating as we approach the cold winter months,” said Senator Collins. “LIHEAP funding provides critical relief to low-income families and older Mainers, helping them stay warm without the constant worry of choosing between heating their homes and covering other basic necessities.” “Alaskans face some of the highest home heating costs in the nation. LIHEAP—as the main federal program that helps low-income households and seniors pay their energy bills—makes a crucial difference in determining whether or not Alaskans can stay warm in the winter and afford food… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-whitehouse-amo-smiley-highlight-federal-funding-for-city-of-providence-to-combat-opioid-crisis | Reed, Whitehouse, Amo, Smiley Highlight Federal Funding for City of Providence to Combat Opioid Crisis | 2024-10-31 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Gabe Amo joined with Mayor Brett Smiley and SAMHSA Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use Miriam Delphin-Rittmon to highlight a new $2.3 million federal First Responders - Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (FR-CARA) grant to support the City’s comprehensive strategy to improve first responders’ ability to save lives. Whitehouse authored CARA, which is the primary law guiding the federal response to the opioid epidemic. “To effectively combat the opioid crisis we must invest in coordinated strategies that ensure people can easily access help and support services. Senator Whitehouse has been a tremendous leader on this issue in Congress and I’m proud to work alongside him and our colleagues in the delegation to deliver this federal funding for Providence. This $2.3 million investment will help Providence’s first responders save lives and assist residents who are struggling with addiction,” said Reed. “Rhode Islanders had a big hand in helping draft my CARA law, so it’s great to see this federal funding from CARA providing a big boost for Providence’s first responders, who are on the front lines every day responding to Rhode Island’s opioid epidemic,” said Whitehouse. “I applaud Mayor Smiley’s efforts to combat the epidemic in our Capital City and help connect Rhode Islanders with the support they need to get on the noble road to recovery. There is hopeful news that our efforts to save lives are working.” “The opioid epidemic has touched the lives of families in Rhode Island and across the country, and we need to ensure first responders are equipped with the resources they need to save lives and support those in recovery,” said Magaziner. “This federal funding will help reduce overdoses, expand access to lifesaving services and treatments, and build a safer, healthier Rhode Island.” “Thanks to champions like Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, overdose deaths in Rhode Island have been decreasing by twice the national … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/delegation-aims-to-protect-ris-nonprofits-and-places-of-worship-from-violence-and-hate-crimes | Delegation Aims to Protect RI’s Nonprofits and Places of Worship from Violence & Hate Crimes | 2024-10-29 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – In an effort to improve public safety and help better protect vulnerable faith-based institutions and nonprofits, Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation delivered a significant boost in homeland security funding and is urging local nonprofits and faith-based institutions to apply for federal funds under the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP). Earlier this year, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo delivered $2,248,436 in NSGP funds for Rhode Island to protect religious institutions against potential public safety threats. The federal funds, which were awarded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and administered by the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA), are targeted to helping synagogues, churches, mosques, and other houses of worship or faith-based organizations enhance their security infrastructure, training, and systems. The federal NSGP funds can be used for things such as purchasing and installing appropriate locks, video cameras, and bulletproof glass. Overall, the delegation helped include a total of $664 million in NSGP funds in fiscal year 2024, including over $300 million in the National Security Supplemental Appropriations bill, which was approved by Congress after Hamas’s October 7, 2023 terrorist attack on Israel. During the first round of NSGP funding, DHS received 7,584 applications nationwide requesting $973 million. Of those applicants, 3,288 were approved and allocated $454.5 million. Now, members of the delegation are encouraging Rhode Island faith based entities in need of security assistance to apply for the remaining $210 million in funds available that will be distribute in a second cycle. The federal funding is now available through a Notice of Funding Opportunity published by DHS. “Whether attending a religious service or dropping your child off at camp, everybody should feel safe when they walk into a church, synagogue, or house of worship. Unfortunately, we’ve seen a rise in an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-delivers-15-million-for-expansion-of-bryant-school-of-health-and-behavioral-sciences | Reed Delivers $1.5 Million for Expansion of Bryant School of Health & Behavioral Sciences | 2024-10-29 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | SMITHFIELD, RI – In an effort to help bridge health care education and train more mental health clinicians, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today joined students, educators, and Bryant University leadership to deliver a $1.5 million federal earmark to strengthen health and behavioral sciences instruction and prepare more mental health care and health professionals to enter the local workforce. The $1.5 million federal earmark secured by Senator Reed is for Bryant University’s School of Health and Behavioral Sciences (SHBS) and its new doctoral program in clinical psychology (Psy.D.), which will launch next fall and be the first program of its kind in Rhode Island. The funding secured by Senator Reed will support renovation and expansion of SHBS to more than double its current footprint and house state-of-the-art teaching and research labs that will support Bryant’s curricular efforts to foster the development of a modern health care workforce. “Across the nation, communities and states need more mental health professionals who have the skills needed to effectively treat patients. By expanding Bryant’s School of Health and Behavioral Sciences to include new, state-of-the-art lab and class spaces, the university is helping to address pressing needs and produce more well-trained health care providers who will graduate with hands-on experience in diverse clinical settings,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “I salute Bryant for the outstanding work they do to build our future health care workforce and to address our nation’s mental health crisis. This $1.5 million earmark will help them advance their important mission, expand Bryant’s health footprint, and train more highly-skilled health care and mental health care professionals to serve in high-demand environments.” “We are grateful to Senator Reed for enabling Bryant University to advance its ability to address the healthcare shortage in Rhode Island,” said Bryant University President Ross Gittell, Ph.D. “Aligned with our Vision 2030 p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-delivers-major-funding-for-freight-rail-infrastructure-improvements | RI Delegation Delivers Major Funding for Freight Rail Infrastructure Improvements | 2024-10-29 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PAWTUCKET, RI – Highlighting the importance of well-maintained rail networks, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation will award $19,524,497 to upgrade key segments of freight rail tracks owned by Providence & Worcester Railroad (P&W) and New England Central Railroad (NECR). The overall project is expected to cost about $26 million, with $19.5 million in federal funding and a $6.5 million local match. Approximately 55.5 percent of the work will be done along P&W tracks in the Ocean State at a total cost of roughly $14.46 million. The improvements will replace up to 48,000 feet of older, lighter rail, install 7,900 ties, and rebuild fourteen public grade crossings on the Providence & Worcester Railroad main line in Rhode Island, and reconfigure the tracks and replace nine track turnouts in the Valley Falls, Rhode Island P&W freight yard. The improved track turnouts will increase spacing and allow for more clearance for hazardous material shipments. When it is completed the new track should result in enhanced operational efficiency with fewer delays and faster travel times. The federal funding is administered by the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) and made possible through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program, which funds projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of both passenger and freight rail. These CRISI program funds are made possible through a combination of annual appropriations and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (Public Law 117–58), also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “I’m pleased to deliver federal funds for these freight rail fixes. This is a smart investment in helping Rhode Island companies and business sectors get products and materials where they need to go safely, quickly, and efficiently. Making freight rail safer, more reliable, and more resilient for shippers will help strengthen our… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-whitehouse-magaziner-deliver-700000-for-westerly-pawcatuck-ymca-upgrades-and-renovations | Reed, Whitehouse, Magaziner Deliver $700,000 for Westerly-Pawcatuck YMCA Upgrades & Renovations | 2024-10-24 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WESTERLY, RI – The second phase of renovations at the Ocean Community YMCA’s Westerly-Pawcatuck branch are moving forward thanks to a $700,000 federal earmark secured by U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Seth Magaziner. Today, Reed, Whitehouse, and Magaziner joined with leadership, staff, and volunteers of the Ocean Community Y and local youth and families to celebrate the federal earmark that will help the Westerly-Pawcatuck branch expand its reach and improve programming options. “For nearly a century, the Westerly-Pawcatuck branch of the Ocean Community Y has brought people together, served families, and strengthened our communities. This federal funding will help modernize the facility and advance critical improvements. I will continue working to ensure the Y has the resources it needs to be a community hub that serves its members and is a welcoming place for all Rhode Islanders,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “Thousands of families across southwestern Rhode Island rely on the Ocean Community YMCA,” said Whitehouse. “I’m glad to deliver federal funding to support renovations at the Westerly-Pawcatuck branch, which will allow the Y to expand programming and serve the community for years to come.” “The Ocean Community YMCA Westerly-Pawcatuck branch has served as a cornerstone of the community for nearly a century and provides crucial services including sports and recreation, youth programming and enrichment activities for seniors,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I’m proud to secure this federal funding with Senators Reed and Whitehouse to expand community spaces and activities at the Y, and improve the quality of life for residents.” “The Ocean Community Y would like to express sincere gratitude to the Congressional delegation for their support in securing this funding,” said Maureen Fitzgerald, President & CEO of the Ocean Community Y. “We are grateful for Senator Reed, Senator Whitehouse and Representative Magaziner for recognizing the import… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-lands-10m-for-concourse-upgrades-at-rhode-island-tf-green-airport | RI Delegation Lands $10M for Concourse Upgrades at Rhode Island T.F. Green Airport | 2024-10-24 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – Attention passengers in the terminal, Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) is getting some new interior upgrades and gates. In an effort to improve operational efficiency, deliver a unified and modern design, and enhance passenger flow and comfort for the traveling public, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) has been awarded $10 million in federal funding from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to advance renovations and technology upgrades at T.F. Green International Airport. This federal grant funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) FAA’s Airport Terminals Program. Established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (Public Law 117–58), the Airport Terminals Program provides competitive grants for airport terminal development projects to address aging infrastructure at airports nationwide. The federal funding will help modernize PVD’s aging airport terminal infrastructure to sustain current and future air traffic and passenger demands, drive competition, and enhance environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. Terminal improvement projects will include backup power and water upgrades to maintain public safety and minimize travel disruptions. Additional improvements include upgrades to common interior areas, the expansion of seating capacity, traveler experience enhancements, and renovating the interior space in the concourse to introduce a “sense of place” by bringing elements of local architecture inside the terminal. This funding will also improve ADA accessibility across all areas of the terminal, and upgrade mechanical systems to meet energy efficiency and smart building goals. Terminal improvements will also accommodate additional increased passenger traffic, to allow for continued growth and competition. “Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is an economic engine and the gateway to t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-pushes-for-improved-menopause-research-training-and-awareness | Reed Pushes for Improved Menopause Research, Training, & Awareness | 2024-10-22 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – In an effort to reduce stigma and boost research into a key area of women’s health that has been traditionally underfunded by Congress, U.S. Senator Jack Reed is urging passage of the Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act (S.4246). This bipartisan legislation seeks to boost menopause research, training, and education and would, for the first time, coordinate the federal government’s existing programs related to menopause and mid-life women’s health. Menopause is a natural process in a woman’s life that involves a significant hormone shift women go through in middle age, marking the end of menstrual cycles. Despite the fact that half the population in the U.S. will eventually experience menopause, menopause research has long been underinvested in and overlooked. To date, there are few federally funded clinical trials on menopause and menopausal hormone therapy and very little menopause education for doctors—only 31.3 percent of U.S. residency programs offer a formal menopause curriculum according to a survey conducted by The Menopause Society, and 80 percent of OB-GYN residents believed more menopause educational resources were needed in their program. Today, Senator Reed joined Dr. Renee Eger, MD, director of the Midlife Center at Women & Infants Hospital and medical director of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Care Center at Women & Infants Hospital and Providence Community Health Centers president and CEO Merrill Thomas and Stephanie Avila, Certified Nurse Midwife for PCHC, Title X Clinical Program Coordinator, and other health experts to discuss efforts to increase federal research on menopause, and create a national public health awareness, education, and outreach program on menopause and mid-life women’s health. Senator Reed says it essential to have comprehensive research and data to develop effective policy to address the economic, social, and health impacts of menopause and perimenopause - which precedes it. Specifically, the Advancing Menopause and Mid-Life Women’s H… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-announces-16-million-for-college-unbounds-innovative-education-to-workforce-pipeline | Reed Announces $1.6 Million for College Unbound’s Innovative Education-to-Workforce Pipeline | 2024-10-21 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – Building on a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in education and helping Rhode Island grow it’s skilled workforce, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today joined College Unbound (CU) to celebrate two major federal awards that will help improve education access and outcomes for Latino students and support CU’s efforts to strengthen and diversify workforce development pipelines to prepare adult learners for in-demand careers. College Unbound is an accredited college designed specifically for working adults that seeks to better align adult learner’s educational experience with career readiness. The non-profit’s bachelor degree program integrates interest/project-based learning with the needs of the current economic landscape and communities it serves. The federal funds for CU were awarded through a $900,000 federal earmark secured by Senator Reed and a prestigious $706,588 August F. Hawkins grant, administered by the U.S. Department of Education’s Hawkins Center of Educational Excellence, to help CU train and develop the next generation of diverse, culturally-responsive educators. “College Unbound does tremendous work ensuring that every Rhode Islander has the opportunity to achieve their educational and career aspirations. Through collaboration and learner-centered strategies, College Unbound and its partners across the state are bolstering educational opportunities, especially amongst our diverse communities, while also addressing our state’s critical workforce needs,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “This federal funding for College Unbound is a significant investment in Rhode Island’s fastest growing communities and will help raise educational attainment, expand opportunity, and build the foundation for a prosperous future.” “These grants together celebrate and uplift who our students are. Adults who are parenting, working full time, newcomers to this country or raised in multilingual homes. This funding helps us better support these students to get the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-announces-nearly-300000-to-boost-support-and-safety-for-riers-with-autism | Reed Announces Nearly $300,000 to Boost Support & Safety for RIers with Autism | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to strengthen resources, support, and services for Rhode Islanders with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today announced $296,673 in federal funds to support initiatives that spread awareness about challenges faced by individuals with ASD and to expand programs that provide support and resources for people with autism, their families, and the community. The federal funds will flow through the Department of Justice (DOJ) Kevin and Avonte Program: Reducing Injury and Death of Missing Individuals with Dementia and Developmental Disabilities. This program provides up to $150,000 per award to advance comprehensive initiatives that prevent wandering or elopement for individuals with forms of dementia or developmental disabilities and reduce associated dangers and potential injuries that stem from wandering or elopement. The Autism Project (TAP) will receive $149,994 for its work to increase awareness for first responders, families, and community members through specialized education on ASD and developmental disabilities and the associated dangers of wandering and elopement, with the goal of saving lives. Specifically, this funding will help TAP expand their educational programming and create new programs to reach underserved and Spanish-speaking communities. National Autism Association, Inc. (NAA) will receive $146,679 to support its core safety program, the Big Red Safety Box, which provides preventative tools and educational materials for families and caregivers of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or developmental disabilities, so they are better prepared to prevent and manage crises stemming from wandering and elopement within underserved populations. “Elopement and other dangers associated with ASD and developmental disabilities can be frantic, harrowing experiences for children and individuals with autism as well as for their family members, loved ones, and caregivers. These federal funds will equip law enf… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegations-lands-13m-in-new-lead-poisoning-prevention-funds-for-providence-and-woonsocket | RI Delegations Lands $13M in New Lead Poisoning Prevention Funds for Providence & Woonsocket | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – Ahead of the 25th annual National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, which starts October 20 and runs through the 26th, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo are delivering $6.5 million for Providence and $6.5 million for Woonsocket through the federal Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Program (LHR) to make more homes and apartments across the state lead-safe for children and families. Individual homeowners, renters, and landlords can apply directly through the City of Providence and City of Woonsocket, which work with local community agencies and non-profits to use the federal funds to pay specialized professionals for lead paint abatement and remediation in private residences. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), nearly 300,000 housing units in Rhode Island have potential lead paint hazards and associated lead-contaminated yards. Of these units, over 90,000 are low-income households. The Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Program can help these households save thousands of dollars on the cost of eliminating lead-related hazards and making the properties safer and more valuable. Exposure to lead-based paint is a serious health threat, especially for children under six who may touch, swallow, or breathe in lead dust. Lead exposure can cause adverse health effects such as brain damage, slowed growth and development, and other problems affecting learning, behavior, hearing, and speech. If a child is exposed to lead, early detection and intervention is critical to prevent adverse, long-term impacts. An estimated 1,300 children in Rhode Island are lead poisoned each year, according to state estimates. The $13 million in federal funds, which are administered at the national level by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) -- and spearheaded locally by the Community Action Partnership of Providence -- will help Providence and Woonsocket expand local efforts to address lead hazards in housing units, makin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-death-of-hamas-leader-yahya-sinwar | Reed Statement on Death of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, after Israeli forces killed Hamas military leader Yahya Sinwar, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement: “The elimination of Yahya Sinwar is welcome news. He has killed and terrorized Israelis, Americans, Palestinians, and countless innocent people for decades, and the world is safer without him. “With Hamas leaderless, there is a now critical opportunity in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should seize the moment to finalize a ceasefire, secure the release of the hostages, and begin the recovery process in Gaza, including greater humanitarian relief. I hope that today proves to be a practical and symbolic breakthrough that allows us to get on a better course and leads to regional deescalation.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/22098-million-in-federal-funding-now-set-for-washington-bridge-replacement | $220.98 Million in Federal Funding Now Set for Washington Bridge Replacement | 2024-10-16 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – The effort to replace the westbound Washington Bridge got a major boost today as U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined with Governor Dan McKee in announcing a $95,589,533 INFRA (Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight & Highway Projects program) grant for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT). Together, with a previous $125.39 million Mega grant (also known as the National Infrastructure Project Assistance program) that the state was awarded in September, Rhode Island has now received $220.98 million in federal funding to replace the Washington Bridge, fully funding the state’s request for the project. The new federal funds are being made available thanks to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law), which Reed and Whitehouse supported and was signed into law by President Joe Biden in 2021, delivering a 50 percent increase in the amount of available funding for INFRA grants, as well as resources for improving Rhode Island’s roads, bridges, public transportation, and water infrastructure. The Washington Bridge, which spans the Seekonk River connecting East Providence to Providence and has a daily traffic volume of 90,000 vehicles, was shut down on December 11, 2023 after RIDOT discovered broken anchor rods that put the bridge at risk of failure. “Securing this federal investment has been a top priority. Now the state must utilize this $220.98 million in federal funding to accelerate progress toward a new bridge that meets capacity and safety needs now and in the future,” said Reed, a leading member of the Appropriations Committee. “Passing the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law paved the way for this funding. I commend the Biden-Harris administration for its leadership, support, and commitment to a modern and resilient infrastructure system. The state must put this money to work and keep the public updated with a clear timetable for progress.” “This INFRA Progr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-delivers-110000-federal-earmark-to-boost-afternoon-enrichment-programs-at-mcauley-house | Reed Delivers $110,000 Federal Earmark to Boost Afternoon Enrichment Programs at McAuley House | 2024-10-11 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – In an effort to support stable housing, opportunity, and dignity for all, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today joined McAuley House in Providence to deliver a $110,000 federal earmark he secured to help reimagine the organization’s afternoon programming, expand its feeding program, and engage more Rhode Islanders who are experiencing homelessness. Senator Reed toured McAuley House with Barbara Haynes, executive director of McAuley Ministries, to meet with staff and guests, and to get a preview of how the organization’s afternoon enrichment programs and expanded offerings serve Rhode Islanders experiencing homelessness and food insecurity who visit McAuley House each day. “The team at McAuley House is on the frontlines of addressing the homelessness crisis here in Rhode Island. In order to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness, we must employ a strategy that addresses root causes and helps to put people on the path to self-sufficiency. McAuley House’s afternoon programs will help Rhode Islanders experiencing homelessness unlock self-expression, find new passions, make new connections, and advance their healing,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “I’m proud to support the great work of McAuley House and deliver this federal earmark to strengthen afternoon enrichment programs and give more people access to new activities and supports.” The federal earmark secured by Senator Reed in the fiscal year 2024 appropriations law will help McAuley House serve up to forty individuals each day and open access to new program offerings, including art classes and art therapy, stress management, health care, entertainment, and access to computers, printers, and phone charging stations. McAuley House expects to hold these programs from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day from Monday through Friday. “The needs of those we serve are many, and having the opportunity to expand the supports we offer will go a long way toward providing hope to the most vulnerable in our community,” said Ba… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-teams-up-with-aarp-and-ri-state-police-for-elder-fraud-prevention-summit | Reed Teams Up with AARP & RI State Police for Elder Fraud Prevention Summit | 2024-10-10 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – Older adults are a growing population in Rhode Island, and a growing target for criminals seeking to scam them out of their hard-earned savings. In an effort to protect older Americans from financial exploitation and the proliferation of evolving scams, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today teamed up with AARP Rhode Island and the Rhode Island State Police’s Financial Crimes Unit for an Elder Fraud Prevention Summit at the East Providence Senior Center. The presentation and Q&A session focused on a range of fraud and scams that criminals are using to target older adults and included tips for detection, prevention, and advice on how to report and recover if you or a loved one is victimized. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), elder fraud complaints rose by 14 percent in 2023, and losses grew by 11 percent. The report found that elder fraud resulted in losses of over $3.4 billion in 2023, including $7.4 million lost by Rhode Islanders over age sixty due to scams. Senator Reed says public education and outreach is needed to lower that number, which is likely underreported because many victims are too embarrassed to notify the authorities or don’t know where to turn. He credited AARP, the Rhode Island State Police, and local TV stations and the news media for helping to raise awareness and enable older Americans protect themselves, recognize telltale signs of scams, reduce victimization, and combat the financial exploitation. “Two of the most important things people can do to protect themselves against fraud is to stay informed and have open lines of communication with trusted sources. And if you do get scammed, report it to the authorities right away so they can help you. Criminals targeting older Americans try to scare victims and create a false sense of urgency. Know the signs, stay informed, and never be embarrassed if you ever get caught up in a scam. The criminals are master manipulators and with Artificial Intelligence and new technology, anyone can get scammed. Brilliant p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/to-celebrate-hispanic-heritage-month-reed-leads-tour-of-latino-owned-small-businesses | To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Reed Leads Tour of Latino-Owned Small Businesses | 2024-10-09 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | CENTRAL FALLS, RI – In an effort to highlight the Ocean State’s vibrant Latino culture, restaurants, and small businesses, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today teamed up with the City of Central Falls and the Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and lead a special walking tour along Broad Street in Central Falls. The theme of this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.” Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from September 15 to October 15. It is a time to appreciate and celebrate the colorful cultures, rich histories, and diversity of the nation’s Hispanic population whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The special walking tour: “Un recorrido por los negocios hispanos que impulsan y elevan a nuestras comunidades” (“A tour of hispanic businesses that fuel and uplift our communities”), featured several small businesses, both new and long-standing establishments, and amplified ventures that are helping power the local economy forward while also giving back to their neighbors. “The theme of this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month is about shaping the future. As we saw during today’s walking tour, Mayor Rivera, the Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Central Falls’ diverse small business community have embodied that theme through their actions, advocacy, and commitment to their neighbors,” said Senator Reed. “I will continue to stand with Rhode Island’s vibrant and diverse Hispanic and Latino communities to ensure that the future of our state remains strong, prosperous, and welcoming to all who want to plant their roots here.” “Central Falls celebrates the rich cultural contributions of our Latino and Hispanic communities and is home to many Latino-owned small businesses that make our city vibrant,” said Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera. “Thank you, Senator Reed, for your incredible partnership and support for Latino communities across Rhode Island, and to the Hispanic Cham… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-holds-manufacturing-roundtable-to-help-ocean-state-businesses-optimize-economic-growth | Reed Holds Manufacturing Roundtable to Help Ocean State Businesses Optimize Economic Growth | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PAWTUCKET, RI – Highlighting Rhode Island’s vital manufacturing sector and the continued growth of advanced manufacturing across the Ocean State, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today convened a roundtable discussion with local businesses that produce Rhode Island made products. During the forum, small business leaders, industry experts, and manufacturing assistance organizations discussed key challenges and trends facing local manufacturers and several programs geared toward helping entrepreneurs grow and optimize their businesses. Partnering with Polaris MEP, a statewide non-profit ‘manufacturing extension partnership’ that serves as a manufacturing support center, and the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association, Senator Reed today heard from several local manufacturers about challenges, successes, and a wide range of issues from child care and health care to infrastructure and supply chains to workforce development and cutting red tape. “Rhode Island’s manufacturers are critical to our economy. They are powered by innovation and produce a range of well-made products, as well as jobs and opportunities. When manufacturers grow and thrive, so does our economy. That’s why I continue working at the federal level to support our small businesses and strengthen Rhode Island’s manufacturing ecosystem. That includes investing in workforce development and making sure we have the right programs in place to connect people to in-demand job skills and ensure enough qualified candidates to fill job vacancies,” said Senator Reed. Rhode Island is home to over 1,600 manufacturing companies that employ approximately 8.5 percent of the Ocean State’s total workforce. Rhode Island’s manufacturers have a multiplying effect across the state’s economy, with every $1 in pay for manufacturing workers resulting in an income increase of 90 cents for other workers in the state. According to Rhode Island Commerce, the total economic output from the state’s manufacturers was $5.28 billion in 2021. Senator Reed says that strengthening and expandin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-collins-and-murkowski-urge-biden-administration-to-release-liheap-home-heating-aid | Reed, Collins & Murkowski Urge Biden Administration to Release LIHEAP Home Heating Aid | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – With colder weather around the corner and Congress continuing its work on appropriations bills, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) are leading a bipartisan call for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to release funds for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) as swiftly and at the highest level possible. “As Congress works to finalize the Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations bill for the Department of Health and Human Services, we urge you to immediately release the highest amount of Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding available under the Continuing Resolution (PL 118-83),” Reed, Collins, and Murkowski wrote. The Senators say the federal LIHEAP funding is a crucial lifeline that keeps vulnerable citizens safe and warm during winter by helping low-income households and seniors on fixed incomes pay their energy bills. Reed, Collins, and Murkowski helped provide a total of $4.1 billion for LIHEAP in fiscal year 2024, with $4 billion through appropriations and $100 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds. Nationwide, an estimated 5.1 million households received assistance with heating and cooling costs through LIHEAP in FY 2023. In fiscal year 2024, Rhode Islanders got approximately $26.9 million; Mainers got $41.5 million; and Alaskans got $21.2 million from LIHEAP. LIHEAP is administered by states and accessed through local Community Action Agencies. Eligibility for LIHEAP is based on income, family size, and the availability of resources. Senior citizens and those receiving Social Security Disability or SSI benefits are encouraged to apply as early as possible, but applications will be open to everyone through spring of 2025 — or until the funding is exhausted. Full text of the letter follows: October 3, 2024 The Honorable Xavier Becerra Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 330 C Street, SW Washington, D.C. 20416 Dear Secretary Becerra: As Congress works to fi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-warns-against-dismantling-critical-hurricane-agency | Reed Warns Against Dismantling Critical Hurricane Agency | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | VIDEO: Sen. Reed Calls Out Climate Change Deniers and Says Project 2025’s Plans to Gut National Weather Service and Emergency Management Would be a Major Disaster PROVIDENCE, RI -- As flood-stricken states grapple with the fallout from Hurricane Helene, U.S. Senator Jack Reed says the federal government must continue to help states prepare for emergencies like hurricanes, accurately predict storms, and effectively assist those impacted with coordinated recovery, rescue, and rebuilding efforts. As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season continues, Senator Reed visited the Fox Point Hurricane Barrier today to sound the alarm over Project 2025’s calls to “break up and downsize” the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), privatize the National Weather Service (NWS), and end aid to states for preparedness grants, which would cost Rhode Island tens of millions of dollars annually. Project 2025’s manifesto states: “The National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) should be dismantled and many of its functions eliminated” (page 664). The group’s backers falsely assert the data NOAA provides is “one of the main drivers of the climate change alarm industry,” and “harmful to future U.S. prosperity” (page 675). The report also says that the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research should be “downsized” while much of its climate change research should be “disbanded.” Senator Reed says that if Project 2025 backers follow through with their stated goals, it would hurt the Ocean State and Americans living in coastal communities especially hard. He warned that creating a new paywall for accurate weather forecasts could jeopardize public safety before and during major storms. “Trump’s Project 2025 supporters are seeking to inject politics and profit motives into what should be free, scientific, and data-driven weather forecasts,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Appropriations Committee who helped advance through the Senate Appropriations Committee a bipartisan Appropriations bill that includes… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-announces-18-million-in-federal-funding-to-support-survivors-of-domestic-violence-sexual-assault-and-human-trafficking | RI Delegation Announces $1.8 Million in Federal Funding to Support Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Human Trafficking | 2024-10-02 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo announced $1,827,502 in federal funding from the Department of Justice to support four local organizations working to help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. “This federal funding is a wise investment in coordinated strategies that support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking and help to break down barriers in accessing critical resources, housing, and care,” said Reed, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “I’m proud to work with my colleagues in the delegation to deliver these funds for Sojourner House, the Women’s Resource Center of Newport & Bristol, Day One, and the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence to support their vital work and to help survivors rebuild a healthy, safe life for themselves and their families.” “Organizations across Rhode Island do heroic work to provide a lifeline to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault – many of whom are in the darkest moment of their lives,” said Whitehouse, a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and former Rhode Island Attorney General. “This federal funding will support four outstanding local nonprofits as they carry out their important missions and help survivors reclaim their lives.” “Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking have gone through unimaginable trauma and deserve to have the resources and support they need to rebuild their lives,” said Magaziner. “This federal funding will support Rhode Island organizations dedicated to helping survivors and working toward a future where everyone can live without fear of violence.” “Survivors of domestic violence in Rhode Island are not alone — they have valiant organizations on their side that offer stability and resources for healing to occur,” said Amo. “Today’s federal funding announcement will help these Rhode Island organizations continue to support vulnerable resid… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-delivers-250000-for-saint-antoine-alzheimers-disease-and-dementia-care | Reed Delivers $250,000 for Saint Antoine Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI – In an effort to ensure more Rhode Islanders who need memory care can access the support they need and comfortably ‘age in place’ while receiving top-notch services, U.S. Senator Jack Reed has teamed up with the Saint Antoine Community to deliver a $250,000 federal earmark for a new, state-of-the-art Assisted Living Memory Care Unit. Saint Antoine’s newly renovated memory care unit features 24 home-like suites for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia and has helped develop a new model of care for seniors with cognitive needs. The memory care unit brings together elements of more skilled health care, rehab, and behavioral support services to residents on the same campus, rather than transferring the resident to a different environment. Senator Reed hopes that Saint Antoine’s new model of care can be applied elsewhere to help aging Americans across the country safely and comfortably ‘age in place’ and create a better model to advance treatment and improve care for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. “Alzheimer’s is a devastating disease that impacts millions of Americans and their families. This federal earmark for the Saint Antoine Community is helping to create a new environment of compassion and support for Rhode Islanders with developing cognitive needs and will pioneer a new model of care that hopefully can assist other seniors across the country,” said Senator Reed, who recently helped pass major legislation to combat Alzheimer’s disease and invest in finding new treatments and a cure. “I’m grateful for the team and service providers at Saint Antoine who are working every day to support Rhode Islanders with Alzheimer’s and helping them age with dignity and comfort.” Saint Antoine’s new model being employed at the Assisted Living Memory Care Unit allows for greater flexibility in the use of its facility, improved cost-effectiveness, and the ability for residents to ‘age in place.’ The new care unit has transformed two wings in an exis… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-iranian-attack-against-israel | Reed Statement on Iranian Attack Against Israel | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC—Tonight, after Iran launched hundreds of one-way attack drones and cruise missiles at Israel, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement: “I condemn Iran’s violent attack against Israel. This widespread assault was reckless and provocative. I salute the Israelis, Americans, and regional partners who worked together to shoot down hundreds of Iranian drones and missiles throughout the night. “The United States will continue to stand alongside and assist Israel as it works to defend itself. Iran must immediately cease its attack, and I urge Israeli leaders to act with prudence and wisdom.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/as-national-recovery-month-comes-to-a-close-reed-honors-lives-lost-progress-made-and-looks-to-put-recovery-within-reach-for-more-riers | As National Recovery Month Comes to a Close, Reed Honors Lives Lost, Progress Made, & Looks to Put Recovery Within Reach for More RIers | 2024-09-30 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | Use this site's search or visit the Senate Index to find pages by topic. To learn about the history of the Senate visit the About the Senate section of Senate.gov. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-congratulates-tennis-great-billie-jean-king-for-winning-the-congressional-gold-medal | Reed Congratulates Tennis Great Billie Jean King for Winning the Congressional Gold Medal | 2024-09-28 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Recognizing tennis great Billie Jean King’s groundbreaking contributions both on and off the court, President Joe Biden signed legislation into law this week honoring Billie Jean King, 80, as the first individual female athlete to be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) cosponsored bipartisan legislation (S. 2861) to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, a tennis legend and American icon who was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island in 1987 and presented with her official Hall of Fame ring in 2015. Senator Reed congratulated King, stating: “A champion on and off the court, Billie Jean King was known for having a great serve and serving as a great role model and advancing equality. She transcends sports and is someone who has blazed a trail and leveled the playing field to give others more opportunities than she herself had. I congratulate her for earning this well-deserved achievement and I know she’ll continue to serve as an ambassador for the sport and an inspiration for future generations.” Throughout her career, Billie Jean King’s outstanding play and groundbreaking leadership and advocacy helped advance equal rights for women in athletics, education, and society at large. King was instrumental in securing equal prize money in men’s and women’s tennis at the U.S. Open, spearheaded the formation of the Women’s Tennis Association, and brought worldwide attention to pay equality throughout her career and in her “Battle of the Sexes” match against Bobby Riggs. The U.S. Open, which began in 1881 as a men's-only game on grass courts in Newport, Rhode Island, is now held annually in Flushing, Queens, at the U.S. Tennis Association’s (USTA) Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Thanks in large part to the unrelenting activism of Billie Jean King, the U.S. Open became the first sporting event to offer equal prize money to female and male competitors. Over the course of her career, King captured 39 Grand Sla… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-mayor-smiley-announce-13-million-for-new-ambulance-and-fire-truck | RI Delegation, Mayor Smiley Announce $1.3 Million for New Ambulance & Fire Truck | 2024-09-27 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – In a continued effort to modernize aging parts of Providence’s emergency response vehicle fleet, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined Mayor Brett P. Smiley in announcing $1.3 million in federal funds for the Providence Fire Department. 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 (NFPA) and ensure firefighters have up-to-date, safe, reliable vehicles and equipment to keep people safe. The City of Providence will receive a $1.3 million AFG grant to assist with the purchase of a heavy-duty Type-1 Advanced Life Support ambulance (also known as a as Mobile Intensive Care Unit) and a new NFPA compliant pumper truck. Using a combination of both federal grants and City funding, Providence has significantly upgraded its fire and rescue fleet, replacing 23 out of the 27 fire and rescue vehicles with more efficient models by 2027 and allowing the Providence Fire Department to retire the last units from the 1990s. “Mayor Smiley has made public safety a priority. I am pleased to support those efforts and help deliver this $1.3 million boost for two new vehicles,” said Senator Reed. “This grant is a cost-effective investment and a real win-win for Providence. Not only will these new vehicles enhance public safety, they will also help the city save on maintenance and repairs.” “We are always working to ensure Rhode Island’s first responders are well equipped with the tools and resources they need to handle any emergency, at any time,” said Senator Whitehouse. “Well done to Mayor Smiley and Chief Silva on securing funding for a new ambulance and fire engine for the Providence Fire Department’s emergency flee… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-meets-with-zelenskyy-on-capitol-hill | Reed Meets with Zelenskyy on Capitol Hill | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and a bipartisan congressional delegation, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the U.S. Capitol. The meeting focused on Ukrainian efforts to repel Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine. After the meeting, Senator Reed issued the following statement: “We had a productive, bipartisan meeting with President Zelenskyy and heard firsthand about the tremendous sacrifices Ukrainians are making as they stand as a bulwark against Putin’s illegal invasion. Putin’s attempts to redraw Europe’s borders by force is a serious security threat. If Putin takes Ukraine, the disastrous economic and security consequences would reverberate world-wide. The U.S. and our international partners will continue to support Ukraine and stand against tyranny. “Members of both parties reaffirmed the strategic importance of the U.S.-Ukraine relationship and pledged to continue supporting Ukraine’s self-defense. Not out of the kindness of their hearts, but because it is in America’s direct security interests to do so. “Two years on from Russia’s illegal invasion, Putin’s attempt to resurrect the Russian Empire is flailing, Ukraine continues to fight heroically, and it is clear that American leadership matters and is making a positive difference. Members of both parties committed to defending freedom and standing up for U.S. interests by supporting Ukraine. We will keep that commitment.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-announces-1136-million-in-state-opioid-response-grants | RI Delegation Announces $11.36 Million in State Opioid Response Grants | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to save lives and better connect Rhode Islanders struggling with opioid use disorder to treatment, recovery, and prevention services, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced $11,363,011 for Rhode Island through the federal State Opioid Response (SOR) grant, administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). SOR funding supports evidence-based practices to help states strengthen prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction programs in their communities. Rhode Island may use the federal grant to fund a wide range of action, including expanding access to the opioid overdose-reversal drug naxolone -- better known by its brand-name Narcan -- along with recovery support for those struggling with addiction. The three-year grant aims to connect more people to services and help prevent opioid addiction statewide; reduce the number of prescription drug/opioid overdoses; and increase access and reduce unmet needs through prevention, treatment, and by gathering data on addiction treatment and recovery resources. The state has also used federal funding to improve data collection and tracking mechanisms to gauge the effectiveness and reach of its initiatives, creating a public dashboard at PreventOverdoseRI.org (PORI). PORI provides the public with up-to-date resources for overdose prevention supplies, access to treatment, and public events. According to PORI, using data collected from the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH), accidental overdose deaths in Rhode Island have been trending downward in recent years, from 436 in 2022 to 164 so far in 2024. “Too many families have lost loved ones to overdoses and opioid addiction has shattered too many lives. This federal funding will strengthen the state’s coordinated response to combat addiction, reduce overdose rates, and put recovery within reach for more Rhode Islanders. It will better connect people in need to services … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/defying-trumps-call-for-a-wasteful-government-shutdown-congress-passes-3-month-stopgap-cr | Defying Trump’s Call for a Wasteful Government Shutdown, Congress Passes 3-Month Stopgap CR | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Ahead of a September 30 deadline, Congress today approved a stopgap spending measure known as a continuing resolution (CR) that will keep the government funded through December 20. After weeks of foot dragging by House Republican leaders, members of the House and Senate agreed to and passed a clean, three-month CR. U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a member of the Appropriations Committee, stated: “The American people deserve a functioning government that works for them and is responsive to their needs. The bipartisan agreement is a rebuke of hardliners and Donald Trump, who urged a government shutdown because they thought the resulting chaos and dysfunction would help his campaign. The simple fact is a shutdown would have needlessly harmed U.S. interests, tax payers, and working Americans nationwide and made America less safe. So averting a manufactured crisis with a clean CR is a better outcome. Still, we need to get back to regular order and passing bipartisan bills.” The 49-page CR largely extends current spending levels and policy until December 20, giving the House and Senate additional time to come together after the upcoming November elections to hammer out the final details of the dozen full-year appropriations bills. President Biden signaled his support for the stopgap CR, releasing a Statement of Administration Policy calling “for swift passage of this bill in both chambers of the Congress to avoid a costly, unnecessary Government shutdown and to ensure there is adequate time to pass full-year FY 2025 appropriations bills later this year.” The bill was first passed by the U.S. House of Representatives and then the full U.S. Senate voted 78-18 to approve it. The measure now goes to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/rhode-island-to-receive-500000-to-improve-dna-evidence-processing-and-bring-justice-to-victims-of-cold-cases | Rhode Island to Receive $500,000 to Improve DNA Evidence Processing & Bring Justice to Victims of Cold Cases | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to help Rhode Island’s law enforcement community close cases on violent crimes that, in many cases, have been left unsolved for decades, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that the Office of the Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha will receive a $500,000 federal grant for the office’s cold case unit of investigators and prosecutors. The federal funds are administered by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA Program. The Attorney General’s Office will utilize the funds for its “Closure Project” to strengthen the state’s DNA analysis capabilities and search capacity, better inventory cold cases, and review and select cases that have developed DNA suspect profiles to assist investigators in prosecuting suspects. The Rhode Island Department of Health will also receive funding from the grant, which will help provide additional capacity for DNA analysis in cold cases. “This federal funding for Attorney General Neronha and his skilled team of prosecutors, investigators, and law enforcement personnel will help make Rhode Island safer and will bring justice to victims of violent crimes and their families who have gone too long without answers and deserve closure,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “Modern technology is constantly adding new tools that are incredibly useful to investigators. By strengthening Rhode Island’s ability to efficiently process and inventory DNA evidence, we’re making a smart investment in public safety, reducing violent crime, and bolstering our ability to pursue justice.” “No victim of a violent crime should have to wait decades for justice to be served,” said Whitehouse, a senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and former U.S. Attorney and Rhode Island Attorney General. “This federal investment will strengthen the state’s ability to process DNA evidence and prosecute violent cold cases, bringing ju… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/osdri-wins-100000-federal-grant-to-assist-veterans-and-military-spouses-with-career-counseling-and-transitional-services | OSDRI Wins $100,000 Federal Grant to Assist Veterans and Military Spouses with Career Counseling & Transitional Services | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | JOHNSTON, RI — Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse along with Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo saluted Operation Stand Down Rhode Island’s (OSDRI) for winning a new $100,000 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) through its new Veteran and Spouse Transitional Assistance Grant Program. This federal funding will help OSDRI target employment-based assistance to support recently separated members of the Armed Forces and their spouses. The funding may be used for a variety of activities, such as: resume assistance, interview training, job recruitment training, employment placement services, employment education and training, and referrals to employment. “I salute Operation Stand Down Rhode Island for empowering those who serve and their families. I am excited that OSDRI will be among the first non-profits to partner with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on this new program aimed at expanding job counseling services and enhancing the post-service transition experience for veterans and military spouses. The men and women of our Armed Forces and their families make tremendous sacrifices to defend our freedom. It’s important that we help them effectively transition to civilian life,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Milcon-VA, who attended OSDRI’s annual veterans outreach event last week. “OSDRI does a great job offering tailored support to military families to help people achieve their career and life goals. This new federal grant will help them extend their reach and help more veterans and their spouses make a smooth transition from service to success.” “We have a sacred commitment to honor and support our veterans long after they return home,” said Senator Whitehouse. “This new funding for Operation Stand Down Rhode Island will provide veterans and their spouses with resources to land well-paying jobs and achieve their career goals. Well done to the team at Operation Stand Down Rhode Island for all of their work to help vetera… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-helps-congress-pass-two-bills-to-combat-alzheimers-and-improve-dementia-care | Reed Helps Congress Pass Two Bills to Combat Alzheimer’s & Improve Dementia Care | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – The number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s is growing fast. One in three older Americans dies with dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. And Congress needs to wisely prioritize research dollars to effectively combat Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The fight to find a cure and new treatments for Alzheimer’s got a significant boost this week as the U.S. House of Representatives approved a pair of bipartisan bills backed by U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) that previously cleared the U.S. Senate. Now that they have cleared both chambers, the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) Reauthorization Act and the Alzheimer’s Accountability and Investment Act (AAIA), are headed to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law. The NAPA Reauthorization Act reauthorizes NAPA through 2035 as a much needed roadmap for coordinated federal efforts in responding to Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Since NAPA was first passed in 2011, Alzheimer’s research funding has increased seven-fold. Today, funding for research into Alzheimer’s and other dementias totals over $3.8 billion. The Alzheimer’s Accountability and Investment Act would require the Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to submit an annual budget to Congress estimating the funding necessary to fully implement NAPA’s research goals. This will help ensure Congress can make a well-informed decision to determine necessary Alzheimer’s research funding levels. “This is a positive step toward renewing the nation’s commitment to healthy aging, boosting funding for Alzheimer’s research, and improving dementia care in Rhode Island and nationwide,” said Senator Reed, a cosponsor of both bills. “Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that impacts millions of families. While real progress has been made over the last decade since we enacted NAPA, we've got to keep up the positive momentum. These bipartisan bills will help ensure federal research investments into Alzheimer’s and dementia are wisely allocated and c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-and-magaziner-deliver-795000-boost-for-uris-secure-computing-capabilities_capacity | Reed & Magaziner Deliver $795,000 Boost for URI’s Secure Computing Capabilities & Capacity | 2024-09-23 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | KINGSTON, RI – U.S. Senator Jack Reed and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner today joined with University of Rhode Island (URI) leadership, researchers, scientists, professors, and students to celebrate a $795,000 federal earmark to boost secure computing and data infrastructure capabilities, capacity, and storage through high-performance computing (HPC) upgrades that will advance research in undersea vehicle technology as well as research focus areas across URI’s departments. The federal funds secured by Senator Reed and Congressman Magaziner will help advance the “RI-SEC: Secure Computing & Data Infrastructure for the University of Rhode Island” project. This initiative will help ensure URI can keep up with the evolving role that HPC plays in a wide range of academic disciplines and will strengthen and expand the partnership between researchers at URI’s National Institute of Undersea Vehicle Technology (NIUVT) and subject matter experts with the U.S. Navy and Electric Boat. “As Rhode Island’s flagship public research institution, the University of Rhode Island needs access to cutting-edge technology and computing capabilities to ensure they can stay up to speed on developments and breakthroughs in a wide range of academic fields,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. “I’m glad to have worked with Congressman Magaziner to deliver this federal funding for URI which will help make strategic upgrades and strengthen partnerships with experts at the U.S. Navy and Electric Boat. This project will help URI make new, exciting advancements, better educate students on modern technology, and attract more researchers, scientists, professors, and others.” “This funding will help the University of Rhode Island build on its leadership status as a center for cutting-edge research and education,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “This grant will enhance the technology available to students and researchers across a variety of high tech fields, and will help make our state more economically competitive.”… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-lands-1254-million-mega-grant-to-help-with-washington-bridge-replacement | RI Lands $125.4 Million Mega Grant to Help with Washington Bridge Replacement | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined with Governor Dan McKee in announcing $125,390,467 in federal funding for Rhode Island to help replace the Washington Bridge. The federal funds are being awarded to the state through the “Mega grant” program, also known as the National Infrastructure Project Assistance program, which is designed to support large transportation projects that are difficult to fund. The Mega grant program was created and enacted as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law), which Senators Reed and Whitehouse helped pass into law. “This grant is a mega-win for Rhode Island and a major down payment on replacing the Washington Bridge. We are incredibly grateful to President Biden and Secretary Pete Buttigieg for their responsiveness to our calls for assistance. Their leadership has made a difference for Rhode Island and for strengthening our nation’s transportation infrastructure as a whole,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Appropriations Committee who helped create the Mega program as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “There is a lot more work to do to get the bridge back up and running, and hopefully this boost of federal funding will accelerate progress. We will continue to pursue additional funding streams because this bridge is a vital lifeline for commuters, residents, and businesses. We’ve got to get it replaced and done right so it’s there for future generations.” “The Washington Bridge situation has been a headache for drivers and small businesses, but I am very pleased to announce that federal help is on the way to build a new bridge,” said Senator Whitehouse, a senior member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. “Once again, our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has come through for Rhode Islanders in a big way. This is a great start, and we will continue working together with the Biden-Harris administrat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-secures-nearly-5-million-in-cops-grants-for-local-law-enforcement-to-hire-more-officers-and-improve-public-safety | RI Delegation Secures Nearly $5 Million in COPS Grants for Local Law Enforcement to Hire More Officers & Improve Public Safety | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Several local police departments will soon have more backup and additional federal resources to crack down on heroin and opioid dealers thanks to a new round of federal ‘COPS grants’ totaling $4,921,873 that is being awarded to local law enforcement agencies across Rhode Island. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo helped make the funds available through the U.S. Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program. The new federal grants will allow local police departments to hire additional officers, conduct investigations and other activities related to the unlawful distribution of heroin and prescription opioids, and invest in community policing. “This federal investment will help put more cops on the beat to reduce crime, enhance public safety, and combat the spread of deadly drugs that are poisoning communities. It also invests in advancing the community policing model, which helps law enforcement build robust partnerships with the people they serve and protect, and invests in police training, safety, and well-being. It helps ensure police officers have the resources they need to prevent violence in our communities. Our police officers do an outstanding job and it’s important that the federal government be a reliable partner when it comes to ensuring local police departments have the right tools and staffing levels,” said Senator Reed. “I also want to thank Director Clements for his assistance in ensuring Rhode Island’s police departments can successfully compete for these awards.” “Police officers deserve our appreciation for heroically protecting and serving Rhode Islanders every single day,” said Whitehouse, a former Rhode Island Attorney General and senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee. “One way to express our thanks is to ensure we have enough officers on the beat to get opioids and other harmful drugs off the streets and to work with neighborhood leaders to prevent violent crime. This funding fr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/us-senate-passes-supplemental-funding-patch-to-address-va-shortfall-sends-bill-to-potus | U.S. Senate Passes Supplemental Funding Patch to Address VA Shortfall, Sends Bill to POTUS | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Ahead of a September 20 deadline, the U.S. Senate today unanimously approved the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act to avoid an imminent budget shortfall and provide $3 billion in mandatory funding for veteran benefits. The bill was approved a day earlier by the U.S. House of Representatives. It now goes to the President’s desk to be signed into law. U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, says the bill will ensure veteran benefits remain uninterrupted. “We’ve got to take care of our veterans and deliver benefits and lifesaving care to those who were exposed to toxins during their service,” said Reed, who serves on the Appropriations subcommittee that oversees veterans funding. “Congress passed the PACT Act to strengthen care for all veterans who were exposed to toxins, burn pits, and other hazards while serving in the military. It’s been a bigger success than was initially anticipated. Now, we have to make sure the resources are there to uphold our promise to these men and women and care for all of our veterans. Today, the Senate did the right thing and kept that promise.” The budget shortfall is due to the fact that the 2022 PACT Act law has been successful in helping more veterans exposed to toxins during their military service get the help they need. In July, VA officials told Congress that the department would need the emergency funding by September 20 to avoid a delay in compensation and pension benefit payments that go to 7 million veterans and their survivors. The VA also required those funds in order to pay on time the readjustment benefit payments to more than 800,000 veterans and their beneficiaries. Overall, the VA’s updated projections indicated a need of approximately $15 billion above what was originally requested, including $3 billion for the remainder of FY24 for Compensation and Pensions and Readjustment Benefits (mandatory funding), that was provided today. According to the VA, about 740,000 ve… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/north-kingstown-designated-world-war-ii-heritage-city-by-national-park-service | North Kingstown Designated World War II Heritage City by National Park Service | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | NORTH KINGSTOWN -- In recognition of its historic contributions to the war effort during World War II and continued patriotism, the Town of North Kingstown is being honored by the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) with the prestigious designation of being named an American World War II Heritage City. The American World War II Heritage Cities program honors the contributions of towns, cities, counties and their citizens who stepped into the workforce to support America's war effort during World War II. Only one American World War II Heritage City can be designated in each state or territory. The Town of North Kingstown, applied from Rhode Island, and was one of eight communities nationwide to earn the distinction this week, joining a total of 38 American World War II Heritage Cities recognized nationwide. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), a member of the Appropriations Committee who supported North Kingstown’s application, stated: “Rhode Island may be small, but communities across the state made a big impact during World War II. On the home front and across the sea, North Kingstown’s unique contributions to the war effort stood out. The birthplace of the Seabees, cradle of the Quonset Hut, and so much more, I am pleased that North Kingstown is being recognized on the national stage for playing a critical role throughout the course of World War II. And as the town celebrates its 350th anniversary, I urge people to visit North Kingstown to see how it continues to support our troops and veterans and pay a visit to the Seabee Museum and Memorial Park, which attracts and educates visitors about the courage, resolve and ingenuity of the Seabees during war and peacetime.” “The Town of North Kingstown was quickly and forever transformed by its accommodation of the war demands of WWII. We are humbled to be selected as Rhode Island’s only American World War II Heritage City by the U.S. National Park Service for significant contributions to our nation’s history,” states A. Ralph Mollis, Town Manager of the Town of North King… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-overdue-interest-rate-cut-is-good-news-for-ri-consumers-and-businesses | Reed: Overdue Interest Rate Cut is Good News for RI Consumers and Businesses | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – After the Federal Reserve hiked interest rates eleven times in the wake of the pandemic, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) today announced it would cut their benchmark borrowing rate by half of a percentage point. U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, hailed the move as overdue and good for consumers, stating: “This is the Fed’s first rate cut in more than four years, and it’s both welcome and overdue. It will support further job growth while helping bring down costs for consumers and businesses. Chairman Powell noted the U.S. economy is in good shape and growing at a solid pace, with inflation coming down and a strong labor market. This rate cut will help as we continue to strengthen U.S. economic growth, increase wages, and ease the burden of high prices on consumers.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-urges-passage-of-bill-to-ensure-veterans-and-their-survivors-receive-benefits | Reed Urges Passage of Bill to Ensure Veterans and Their Survivors Receive Benefits | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- Ahead of a September 20 deadline, the U.S. House of Representatives finally voted yesterday to pass a nearly $3 billion supplemental appropriations bill to ensure millions of veterans and their survivors receive their monthly benefits. U.S. Senator Jack Reed is urging the Senate to take up and pass the bill to fill the multi-billion dollar hole in veterans benefits funding. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has warned that up to 7 million veterans and their beneficiaries are at risk of missing their October 1 benefits if Congress fails to act. The budget shortfall is due to the fact that the 2022 PACT Act law has been successful in helping more veterans exposed to toxins during their military service get the help they need. “Congress needs to do its job and provide these funds to our veterans and their families and prevent any adverse impacts to VA patients. The men and women who served our nation in uniform are depending on these benefits and deserve them in a timely manner without needless uncertainty. This bill should have already passed on a bipartisan basis to ensure VA hospitals are fully staffed, and can deliver care for our veterans without needless delay or disruption,” said Reed, who helped pass the PACT Act, and is a cosponsor of the Veterans Supplemental Appropriations Act (S.4997). According to the VA, about 740,000 veterans have enrolled in VA health care since the PACT Act was signed. That is approximately a 33 percent increase over the previous two-year period before the PACT Act was signed into law. VA Secretary Denis McDonough told lawmakers earlier this year that claims filed by veterans exposed to toxic materials increased spending for disability compensation and health care services, with veterans filing about 1.5 million claims for compensation over the last two years. Earlier this summer, Senators had tried to fast-track the funding patch but several Republicans objected and demanded a hearing before voting on the measure. The Senate Veterans Affairs Committee… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-rallies-ahead-of-key-vote-on-ivf-access-and-protections | Reed Rallies Ahead of Key Vote on IVF Access & Protections | 2024-09-17 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Earlier this year, Senate Republicans blocked legislation that would enshrine a nationwide right to access in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment and other fertility care. But after the Republican nominee for president reversed course on his support for access to IVF treatment, the U.S. Senate will take a second vote on the Right to IVF Act (S.4445). U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a cosponsor of the Right to IVF Act, today joined with Senate Democrats on the steps of the U.S. Capitol in urging passage of the bill, which would provide nationwide protections for in vitro fertilization treatment and lower costs for fertility care and other assisted reproductive technology (ART) services nationwide. “Instead of taking away people’s opportunity to have a child of their own, senators should do the right thing and help Americans who struggle with infertility have access to IVF treatment. Passing the Right to IVF Act would guarantee women’s rights to reproductive care nationwide. I urge Republicans to join us in advancing this critical bill,” said Senator Reed. Americans’ access to IVF has been in jeopardy since 2022, when Trump-appointed justices on the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. Then, in February of this year, the right-wing effort to ban or severely limit IVF was exposed when the state supreme court of Alabama ruled that frozen embryos are considered children under state law, prompting providers to halt fertility treatment and placing the medical fertility procedure at risk. In June, the Senate held a vote to protect nationwide access to IVF, but every Republican except Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) voted against the measure and it failed. However, as the national debate over reproductive rights continues to unfold, it is clear that the vast majority of Americans support nationwide IVF access and protections. So this week, Senate Republicans will get another chance to vote on the Right to IVF Act. “Trump has made all sorts of gr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-shots-fired-at-trump-golf-course | Reed Statement on Shots Fired at Trump Golf Course | 2024-09-15 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, after reports indicated that a person pointed an AK-47-type rifle with a scope into the Trump International Golf Course in Florida while former President Donald Trump was playing a round of golf and the would-be gunman was fired upon by the Secret Service and apprehended, U.S. Senator Jack Reed issued the following statement: “Political violence has no place in America, and an AK-47 has no place near a golf course or near a presidential candidate. I’m relieved to hear former President Trump is safe and was several holes away from the potential gunman. I commend security personnel, including the Secret Service, for quickly spotting and neutralizing the perpetrator and taking proper precautions to rush the former President to safety. I urge law enforcement to be forthcoming with the facts so the American people have as much information as possible. The alleged perpetrator must be held accountable and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-commissioning-of-uss-new-jersey-launches-a-new-era-for-gender-integrated-submarines | Reed: Commissioning of USS New Jersey Launches a New Era for Gender-Integrated Submarines | 2024-09-13 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- One hundred and twenty-six years after the U.S. Navy’s first submarine, USS Holland (SS-1), was launched from a New Jersey shipyard with a six-man crew, the U.S. Navy is set to commission the first submarine fully integrated for mixed gender crews. The Navy will hold a special ceremony tomorrow in Middletown, New Jersey to commission the future USS New Jersey (SSN 796) into the silent service. USS New Jersey is 377 feet long, weighs 7,800 tons, can cruise at speeds of 25 knots (28.8 miles per hour) and remain submerged under water for up to three months, diving deeper than 800 feet below the waves. This Virginia-class submarine can carry a crew of 120 enlisted Sailors and 15 officers. It will be armed with Tomahawk missiles and torpedoes, and can conduct anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface ship warfare, strike warfare, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and mine warfare missions. While the USS New Jersey is the 23rd Virginia-class submarine to be built and delivered, it is the first of its kind to be designed from the keel up with specific modifications for gender integration. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, says the commissioning of USS New Jersey is an historic milestone for the Navy, national defense, and the future of our Armed Forces. “Our nation is at its best when all Americans, regardless of race, gender, or creed, can fully contribute their talents to the greater good. For over a decade, women have proven to be outstanding submariners and our submarines themselves will now be better equipped to support those already serving, and all who will serve in the future. The ship modifications themselves are minor, but the progress toward gender equality is major,” said Senator Reed. “Fully integrating women into the submarine force has increased the Navy’s talent pool, improved readiness, created new career pathways for female leaders, and strengthened national security. I salute the submariners serving at the tip of the undersea spea… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-leads-letter-urging-cfpb-to-apply-credit-card-like-rules-and-protections-for-buy-now-pay-later-purchases | Reed Leads Letter Urging CFPB to Apply ‘Credit Card-Like’ Rules and Protections for Buy Now, Pay Later Purchases | 2024-09-12 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Three leading U.S. Senators are urging the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to follow through with an interpretive rule that would treat buy now, pay later (BNPL) lenders essentially the same as credit-card issuers for the purpose of consumer protection. BNPL products allow shoppers to divide the cost of their purchases over several months, often interest-free. If they are well-designed, transparent, accountable, and supervised for compliance with federal consumer protection laws, BNPL products can legitimately serve an important role in meeting the needs of consumers who may be weary of credit cards. However, some of these products can include hidden fees, create negative history in a consumer’s credit report, and encourage consumers to rack up debt they cannot afford to repay that could later harm their long-term financial health. There are also serious questions about BNPL’s systemic impact on consumer debt. U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) sent a letter to the head of the CFPB urging the independent consumer watchdog “to begin supervising the biggest BNPL providers on a compulsory basis and to publish additional data on the BNPL market.” While credit-card firms must comply with stringent rules regarding refunds, reasonable and proportional penalty fees, and transparent bill disclosures under the decades-old Truth in Lending Act, BNPL firms don’t adhere to the same standards. The CFPB’s rule would clarify that BNPL firms are responsible for providing consumers with credit card-like protections. “We are pleased that the Rule will deliver many of these protections to consumers and will help them avoid hidden fees, better manage their finances, and have more transparency into the terms and conditions of BNPL loans. The Rule is an important step toward clarifying the regulatory status of BNPL loans in order to keep pace with consumer adoption of this new and emerging loan product,” the Senators wrote. The Senators are also callin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-whitehouse-and-durbin-team-up-to-better-protect-seniors_push-bitcoin-atm-operators-to-curb-fraud | Reed, Whitehouse & Durbin Team Up to Better Protect Seniors & Push Bitcoin ATM Operators to Curb Fraud | 2024-09-12 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – The FBI just released a report which says people in Rhode Island have lost over $10.3 million to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, reporting over 150 complaints of fraud related to cryptocurrency. One way scammers have targeted people is through the use of Bitcoin ATM (BTM) machines, also known as a crypto kiosk. Thousands of unsuspecting seniors and others are getting ripped off by criminals who use all kinds of shady techniques to trick people into using the digital currency kiosks to deposit cash. Over the summer, the Woonsocket Police Department warned residents about a rash of Bitcoin scammers targeting local residents and stealing about $100,000, mostly through Bitcoin ATMs. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) there has been a massive increase in the amount of money consumers report losing to scammers involving Bitcoin ATM machines. Since 2020, the amount consumers reported losing has increased nearly tenfold and the median amount of money lost by victims this year was $10,000 per person. In 2023, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) received more than 5,500 complaints regarding crypto kiosks being used for fraudulent activity with losses over $189 million. Americans over 60 years old filed the vast majority of complaints and suffered the vast majority of losses. And this data from the FTC and FBI likely under-report the true extent of the scams and fraud associated with crypto kiosks. The New York Times outlines egregious examples of criminals contacting elderly Americans and using threats and other forms of intimidation to coerce them into depositing large sums of money in the criminals’ crypto wallets via local BTMs, which look like a regular ATM, and allow users to insert cash to buy Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency. The machines are increasing equipped with warning messages, but for many seniors who’ve lost their retirement savings at Bitcoin ATMs, those warnings are not enough. Now, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Sheldon Whitehouse are teaming up with U.S. Senator Dick … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-cassidy-lead-bipartisan-resolution-declaring-september-as-national-literacy-month | Reed, Cassidy Lead Bipartisan Resolution Declaring September as “National Literacy Month” | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to raise awareness about the importance of literacy, boost literacy support programs, and encourage more Americans of all ages to read, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) are teaming up on a bipartisan resolution to designate September 2024 as “National Literacy Month.” The measure is being cosponsored by U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Mike Braun (R-IN), Katie Britt (R-AL), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), John Cornyn (R-TX), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Angus King (I-ME), James Lankford (R-OK), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Tim Scott (R-SC), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and Roger Wicker (R-MS). Reading is a cornerstone for personal growth, economic opportunity, and a strong society. Reading proficiency by third grade is one of the most important predictors of whether a student will graduate high school and succeed in a career, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. “Reading unlocks opportunity and strengthening literacy for Americans of all ages will help us build a stronger society,” said Senator Reed. “I’m proud to work with Senator Cassidy and our colleagues to introduce this important resolution that amplifies the need for more effective literacy instruction for students of all ages. We need to do a better job of reaching learners where they are and not letting them slip through the cracks.” “Our students deserve better. Unless reading proficiency improves, we are at risk of losing an entire generation of productive, successful adults,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This resolution highlights this crucial issue and the importance of our work to improve child literacy.” According to a 2020 study by Gallup in partnership with the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy, it is estimated that low levels of adult literacy could be costing America as much as $2.2 trillion a year. In recognition of National Literacy Month, thr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-passing-of-alan-shawn-feinstein | Reed Statement on Passing of Alan Shawn Feinstein | 2024-09-09 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) today issued the following statement regarding the death of Alan Shawn Feinstein, a champion for education and a noted philanthropist, who passed away over the weekend at the age of 93: “Alan Shawn Feinstein was a transformational philanthropist. “He uplifted countless students through the Feinstein Foundation and Feinstein Junior Scholar program, helping to feed millions around the world through initiatives with leading universities across our region, and serving as a fixture of our communities for decades. “Above all, Alan urged us all to be kind and compassionate toward one another. He knew that good deeds reverberate throughout our neighborhoods and that every one of us can make a difference. “Alan will be sorely missed. His memory will live on through the countless lives he touched and improved. His dedicated and thoughtful approach to making the world a better place will continue to inspire us. My thoughts are with the entire Feinstein family.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-delivers-50000-to-help-reach-out-and-read-ri-expand-home-libraries-and-strengthen-childhood-literacy | Reed Delivers $50,000 to Help Reach Out and Read RI Expand Home Libraries & Strengthen Childhood Literacy | 2024-09-06 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – In an effort to help more Rhode Island families build their home libraries and spark a love of reading from an early age, U.S. Senator Jack Reed has teamed up with Reach Out and Read Rhode Island (RORRI) to deliver a $50,000 federal earmark that will help expand the organization’s early literacy program. Senator Reed today joined with Aimee Falso, executive director of RORRI, Dr. Joseph Singer of Providence Community Health Centers’ (PCHC) Randall Square clinic, and local families to discuss how federal funding secured by Reed will help connect thousands of new Rhode Island children with free, age-appropriate books during pediatric doctor visits. “A seemingly simple addition to regular visits with pediatricians – a new book and the doctor’s recommendation for parents to read aloud with their kids – can have serious, long-term positive impacts on the development, wellness, and academic prospects of our children. I’m proud to team up with Reach Out and Read and their tremendous partners within Rhode Island’s medical community to deliver this $50,000 federal earmark which will help get more books into the hands of more kids,” said Senator Reed. “Providing free books for at-home reading is one of the most cost-effective things we can do to equip families with tools and strategies to strengthen their bonds and promote healthy brain and social development for our kids. I will continue working to support programs like Reach Out and Read RI and expand efforts like my Innovative Approaches to Literacy program to ensure families have the tools they need to help their children thrive.” Through its successful early childhood literacy program, RORRI partners with Rhode Island’s pediatric medical community at nearly 70 locations throughout the state to provide new, developmentally appropriate books to children starting at birth through age 5. During pediatric doctor visits, parents and caregivers are given free books and encouraged to read aloud with their children. “For 25 years, Reach Out and Read Rhode … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-secures-22-million-in-federal-funds-to-boost-staffing-at-local-fire-departments | RI Delegation Secures $22 Million in Federal Funds to Boost Staffing at Local Fire Departments | 2024-09-06 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – In an effort to enhance public safety and help local fire departments recruit and retain firefighters, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined with Providence Mayor Brett P. Smiley, East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva, Chief Richard A. Susi (ret.) of the Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs (RIAFC), and local firefighters to announce $22.05 million in federal funds for fire departments in Providence and East Providence and volunteer departments throughout the state. The federal funds are being awarded through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant 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 (NFPA). The City of Providence will receive a $16.9 million SAFER grant to hire 44 new firefighters. The $16.9 million SAFER grant surpasses the $15 million SAFER grant Providence received in 2015. The City of East Providence will receive a $3.75 million SAFER grant to hire 12 new firefighters. The Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs will receive a $1.4 million SAFER grant to support local volunteer fire departments across the state in recruiting and retaining volunteer firefighters. “Increasing firefighter staffing levels helps increase public safety and expands emergency response capabilities. This is a smart investment that will support firefighter recruitment and retention and help communities add more firefighters to the ranks. I want to commend Mayor Smiley and Mayor DaSilva and their teams for putting together outstanding applications,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee who leads an annual firefighter federal grant workshop each year. “I want to congratulate everyone involved for their efforts throughout this process. This is… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/in-wake-of-shootings-reed-calls-for-stronger-gun-safety-laws | In Wake of Shootings, Reed Calls for Stronger Gun Safety Laws | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Following the latest school shooting that took place in Georgia, where a 14-year-old suspect opened fire with a military-style weapon at Apalachee High School, killing four, injuring dozens, and sending at least nine to the hospital, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) says elected officials must offer more than condolences to stop the violence and Congress must take legislative action to prevent more deadly mass-shootings. Reed stated: “Once again, we are left heartbroken by a tragic, senseless and horrific mass shooting that took the lives of innocent students and teachers. Supporting the community doesn’t mean just sending thoughts and prayers – it means taking concrete action to put a stop to the epidemic of gun violence in this country. It means commonsense action to prevent teenagers and others from getting their hands on weapons of war that are designed to inflict mass-harm. “Technology exists that can secure firearms effectively and prevent unsupervised kids from getting their hands on guns. The law should hold people accountable if they fail to take proper precautions. “I will continue to speak out against gun violence and call for meaningful action to prevent it. “Congress can and should come together to pass commonsense gun violence prevention measures like reinstating the assault weapons ban, improving background checks, banning high-capacity magazines, ending the liability shield for gunmakers, and requiring safe storage of firearms. “We must also crack down on untraceable ghost guns like the one that was used to take the innocent life of seven year old Ny’eil Pires as she sat in the backseat her family’s car car on Florence Street in Providence. “Our hearts go out to the Pires family, the Apalachee High School community, and Americans everywhere who are impacted by gun violence. “We must take action to advance comprehensive, bipartisan reform before more families, schools, and communities suffer. From Providence to Georgia to Connecticut to Texas, Colorado, Oregon and California, t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-announces-115-million-for-rhode-islands-regional-environment | Reed Announces $11.5 Million for Rhode Island’s Regional Environment | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI — The Southeast New England Program (SNEP), funded by Congress and managed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), works to restore clean water, healthy ecosystems, and sustainable communities in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. On Thursday, Sept. 5, U.S. Senator Jack Reed joined with federal, state and local partners to announce $11.5 million in grants and technical assistance for local organizations working on high-priority environmental projects throughout the region. The funding announced includes $1.5 million in grants to seven Rhode Island organizations through SNEP Watershed Implementation Grants (SWIG), managed by Restore America’s Estuaries (RAE) (more on the individual grants below). At the event, EPA also announced $8.75 million in new funding for technical assistance to help communities working on clean water and healthy ecosystems. The assistance will be provided over the next five years through the SNEP Network, managed by the New England Environmental Finance Center at the University of Southern Maine, part of the University of Maine system. “I helped create the Southeast New England Program to strengthen our ecosystems by bringing people together across communities to develop a strategic, informed approach to protecting and improving the health of Narragansett Bay and our entire coastal watershed,” said Senator Jack Reed. “The SNEP awards we are celebrating today will advance several key projects that will enhance water quality and improve the overall health and well-being of our communities, waterways, and estuaries.” “EPA New England is thrilled to help announce this year’s grant awards under the Southeast New England Program (SNEP). Through its partners Restore America’s Estuaries and the Environmental Finance Center of the University of Southern Maine, SNEP has worked closely with local communities to improve water quality and restore coastal habitats in Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts.” said EPA New England Deputy Regional Administrator Karen … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-announces-15-million-to-remove-languishing-sunken-crane-topped-barge-from-providence-river-and-turn-the-eyesore-into-art | RI Delegation Announces $1.5 Million to Remove Languishing Sunken Crane-Topped Barge from Providence River and Turn the Eyesore Into Art | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Representatives Seth Magaziner (D-RI) and Gabe Amo (D-RI) today announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has awarded a $1,500,512 grant to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) to remove a sunken, crane-topped barge from the Providence River. The 114-foot barge, which is located at the end of Public Street in South Providence, sank into the river during a nor'easter in October 2017. Upon the barge’s removal, RIDEM will partner with The Steel Yard to engage local community groups and high school students to help transform materials recovered from the barge into community-informed art and amenities for a public waterfront access point at the end of Public Street. “This will provide a major lift to the years-long effort to remove the sunken barge, which is an eyesore and safety hazard,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “Not only is the federal government providing funds, thanks to the role of Senator Whitehouse, to clean up this mess, but there is a coordinated effort to salvage the material so The Steel Yard can transform it into engaging works of art.” “Finally getting that sunken crane out of the water will be a big deal. I am looking forward to seeing what The Steel Yard and some talented Rhode Island students can do to turn the eyesore into public artwork befitting its location across the highway from the iconic Big Blue Bug,” said Senator Whitehouse, a senior member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee and a champion for cleaning up marine debris. “Art and activism often go hand in hand, and this federal funding will be used to not only clean up the ocean but also beautify the community with art from repurposed materials,” said Congressman Magaziner. “Turning a derelict barge into beautiful décor is just the latest example of how Rhode Island leverages its past to create a better tomorrow,” said Congressman Amo. “This… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-and-whitehouse-announce-85-million-to-support-family-health-programs | Reed & Whitehouse Announce $8.5 Million to Support Family Health Programs | 2024-09-03 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse today announced that Rhode Island is being awarded over $8.5 million in federal funding to support the state’s Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program. Originally created as part of the Affordable Care Act, these federal funds help families voluntarily receive home visits from nurses, social workers, trained educators, and other service providers to improve maternal and child health, boost healthy development, school readiness, and economic self-sufficiency. The MIECHV program is administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Rhode Island’s home visiting program is overseen by the Rhode Island Department of Health and provides free assistance to women during pregnancy and for families with young children, with an emphasis on connecting vulnerable families with information on health insurance, early education opportunities, parenting skills, nutrition programs, and other supports that promote healthy development. “Rhode Island’s home visiting program helps expectant mothers, new parents, and their babies get off to a healthier start by connecting them to nurses, social workers, other service providers, and information on key programs that have been proven to promote healthy development. These types of evidence-based home visiting programs for families in need are a smart investment in improving the health and well-being of our communities and ensuring families have the support they need to help their children thrive. I will continue to work with my colleagues to strengthen supports for Rhode Island families,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “I’m committed to ensuring Rhode Island families are supported right from the start,” said Senator Whitehouse. “Rhode Island’s home visiting programs have been a success, and I am so pleased that this federal investment will help more kids grow up healthy and ready to learn.” … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/rhode-island-scores-40-million-federal-grant-to-improve-literacy | Rhode Island Scores $40 Million Federal Grant to Improve Literacy | 2024-08-30 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to support high-quality literacy instruction to build strong readers, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined Governor Dan McKee and Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green in announcing that the Ocean State will receive a new Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) grant providing a projected $40 million over the next five years. The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) will receive $6.4 million this year in CLSD funding and could net up to $40 million over the next five years, subject to benchmarks and future federal appropriations. The purpose of the CLSD grant program is to advance literacy skills, including pre-literacy skills, reading, and writing, for students from birth through grade 12, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities. RIDE will use the funds to help improve reading instruction in K-12 classrooms, not just K-3, and help students who have fallen behind with reading comprehension get back on track. The funds are made possible through the Literacy Education for All, Results for the Nation (LEARN) program, which provides competitive grants to states to help local school districts develop comprehensive literacy plans to guarantee high-quality instruction and evidence-based intervention strategies for all students from birth through grade 12. It allows local school districts to support high-quality professional development for teachers, teacher leaders, principals, and specialized instructional support personnel to improve literacy instruction for struggling readers and writers, including English language learners and students with disabilities. “Literacy is the foundation of learning and these federal funds will help Rhode Island students develop strong reading skills, putting our students on the pathway to success in the classroom and beyond,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee who led the effort to make $194 million available in… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-highlights-270000-to-help-grow-ris-specialty-crop-sector | Reed Highlights $270,000 to Help Grow RI's Specialty Crop Sector | 2024-08-29 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI - In an effort to help Rhode Island farmers and the competitiveness of the state’s specialty crops while also helping to create new market opportunities for agricultural producers, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today announced $270,657 in Specialty Crop Block Grants. Administered at the federal level by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), these federal funds will be awarded to several projects designed to grow Rhode Island's 'specialty crop' sector, which include fruits, vegetables, and horticulture and nursery crops. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and local non-profits will harness the federal USDA funds to expand the availability of fresh, locally-grown produce, strengthen the state's specialty crop industry, and promote Rhode Island grown produce to a broader audience. “This federal funding is good news for Rhode Island growers and small-scale specialty food producers. As Congress moves forward with a new Farm Bill, it is imperative that it includes strong support for family farmers and local food networks,” said Senator Reed, who has championed the program in past Farm Bills. “This federal funding will help DEM promote locally-grown and buy-local initiatives. It will continue to enhance the competitiveness and marketing of Rhode Island grown produce. It will also help develop effective, sustainable farming methods, training, and best practices.” In order to qualify for the competitive USDA specialty crop grants, projects had to demonstrate a benefit to the industry as a whole, rather than one product, individual, or organization. This year’s awards include: • $119,588 for DEM’s Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment to expand RI Grown to the retail sector in order to drive the knowledge and consumption of locally grown specialty crops and value-added products made with local specialty crops. The project will focus on expansion and awareness in the retail space, specifically groceries and restaurants. Additionally, the project will support specialty cro… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-backs-new-treasury-rule-to-combat-money-laundering-fraud-and-sanctions-evasion | Reed Backs New Treasury Rule to Combat Money Laundering, Fraud, and Sanctions Evasion | 2024-08-28 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, after the U.S. Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued new rules to require investment advisers to abide by anti-money laundering (AML) rules similar to what banks do, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), who has been asking for these changes for years, strongly backed the move. Reed said Treasury’s final rule will go a long way toward cracking down on money derived from foreign corruption, fraud, and tax evasion entering the United States through unregulated private funds. This includes money from Russian oligarchs and Chinese Communist Party officials and military companies. FinCEN’s rule strengthens oversight of investment advisers, who collectively manage tens of trillions of dollars, but until now, have been largely exempt from the AML regulations. Reed, a senior member of the Banking Committee, stated: “The rule strengthens our national security. It prevents the worst actors in the world from profiting through investing in our public stock markets and in private U.S. companies. It also ensures that money from these bad actors does not seep into our communities. Americans should have confidence that private equity-backed companies on Main Street are not financed by foreign criminals who want to harm Americans. It also closes an avenue for foreign state-funded entities to gain access to sensitive technology like AI and quantum computing that they can use to gain a military edge. Treasury has said that the Chinese and Russian government entities conceal their investments in private funds, which own early-stage companies in these industries, and then steal this technology. This final rule ensures that institutional investors who invest in private equity funds and hedge funds, such as public pension funds and university endowments, will not have their money commingled with money from Russian oligarchs, entities linked with the Chinese military, and other transnational criminals. “I look forward to vigorous enforcement of the rule and expect that the SEC wil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-delivers-200000-to-help-ri-combat-eee | Reed Delivers $200,000 to Help RI Combat EEE | 2024-08-28 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – Sometimes the best defense is a good offense - at least when it comes to arboviruses (a scientific term used to describe a group of viral infections transmitted to humans from a group of infected insects). That is why U.S. Senator Jack Reed led the successful effort to include $200,000 in FY24 federal funding to help Rhode Island officials combat Eastern equine encephalitis, the rare but life-threatening mosquito-borne infection known as EEE. EEE is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The virus, which can cause inflammation and swelling of the brain, may also be carried by horses, other mammals, and birds. Approximately 30 percent of people with EEE die, and many survivors have ongoing neurologic problems, according to the CDC. Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, included $1 million in the most recent Appropriations law to spur the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help Rhode Island and other states at risk of EEE outbreaks track, prevent, and respond to EEE as a part of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). This week, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is using a portion of this federal funding for aerial drops of mosquito larvicide across some 3,000 acres of swamps in Westerly and South Kingstown. “EEE is rare, but outbreaks are spreading and the federal government needs to do its part to help states prepare and protect residents,” said Senator Reed, who also included $1 million to fight EEE in the latest Senate Appropriations bill that was approved by the full committee and is pending before the full U.S. Senate. “The $200,000 in federal funding is helping DEM protect public health and safely target mosquito populations that are most likely to carry EEE.” Rhode Island and other states can use the federal EEE funding for things like public education, surveillance of the mosquito population, elimination of standing water, and a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/rhode-island-to-receive-336-million-to-help-students-gear-up-for-college | Rhode Island to Receive $33.6 Million to Help Students GEAR UP for College | 2024-08-27 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to help public school students across the state capitalize on educational opportunities and become college and career ready, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined Governor Dan McKee in announcing that Rhode Island will receive a new federal grant providing a projected $33.6 million over the next seven years. The federal funds will flow to the Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner (OPC) through the U.S. Department of Education’s Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grant program. The grant will provide $4.8 million per year for seven years, subject to future federal appropriations, to support promising economically disadvantaged students. This federal grant will help serve 4,000 students annually in Providence, Pawtucket, Central Falls, Woonsocket, Cranston, and Newport by connecting students to wrap-around services and comprehensive supports beginning in grade six and continuing through the first year of college. Rhode Island’s GEAR UP program is administered by the Rhode Island Office of the Postsecondary Commissioner in partnership with Onward We Learn (formerly known as the College Crusade of Rhode Island). “Rhode Island’s GEAR UP program is a critical, multi-faceted program that stays with our students as they grow and helps them prepare to succeed in the classroom and beyond. This is a smart investment in uplifting promising young people and helping them achieve their full potential,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations subcommittee which oversees federal spending on education programs and who led efforts to secure $388 million for GEAR UP in the fiscal year 2023 appropriations law. “Onward We Learn is an outstanding organization that helps young people from diverse backgrounds prepare for college and careers. This federal funding will help Onward We Learn, in partnership with Rhode Island OPC, expand their efforts and services to reach … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-welcomes-336000-to-improve-water-quality-in-schools-and-boost-lead-testing | Reed Welcomes $336,000 to Improve Water Quality in Schools & Boost Lead Testing | 2024-08-26 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI -- U.S. Senator Jack Reed is welcoming $336,000 in new federal funding for Rhode Island to test for lead in drinking water at schools and child care facilities. The federal funds will pay for analytical water testing for schools and child care facilities, and help communities develop and implement plans to reduce lead in drinking water and communicate to parents, staff, and the larger school community. The Biden-Harris Administration announced today the release of $26 million in funding to help communities across the country get the lead out of schools and day care centers that serve children. The money flowing to the Ocean State today stems from the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that Senator Reed helped champion. Overall, Congress included $15 billion to replace lead pipes nationwide, and set aside $200 million for lead testing and remediation in schools and child care facilities. Lead can leach from pipes and taint water. No amount of lead is safe, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and consuming it can lead to behavioral and learning problems in children, as well as heart, kidney, and reproductive issues in adults. “We must ensure every child has a safe and healthy environment to learn and grow. When kids drink from the water fountain at school or in day care they deserve clean, healthy water that passes every test. This new federal grant will help identify potential sources of contamination and remove lead from water in schools and child care facilities,” said Senator Reed, a member of the Appropriations Committee who helped authorize the federal funding for lead testing in school and child care facilities' drinking water under a section of the national Water Infrastructure Improvement (WIIN) Act. “This is a health and wellness issue and it is also an education issue because ensuring kids have access to clean, safe, lead-free water means they perform better in the classroom and get a healthy start to life.” Water can be treated with chemicals to prevent lead … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-delivers-246-million-boost-for-local-firefighters | RI Delegation Delivers $2.46 Million Boost for Local Firefighters | 2024-08-26 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo announced $2,459,605 in federal grants to strengthen safety, training, and staffing for fire departments in South Kingstown, Pascoag, Foster, West Warwick, Woonsocket, and Central Falls. 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 and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant 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 (NFPA). The following communities will receive federal grants to enhance the safety of firefighters through new training courses, the acquisition of needed equipment, and recruitment of new firefighters: Union Fire District of South Kingstown will receive a $648,270 SAFER grant to carry out its recruitment and retention program to attract new firefighters to the volunteer department. Pascoag Fire Department will receive a $628,571 AFG award to acquire a new specialized all-wheel drive 2,000-gallon tanker vehicle that will replace an outdated tanker that does not meet current NFPA standards, lacks safety features, and is in critical need of replacement. Moosup Valley Volunteer Fire Department in Foster will receive a $428,571 AFG award to acquire a new specialized Quick Attack vehicle that will improve the capabilities of the department in a variety of terrain conditions and emergencies. West Warwick Fire Department will receive a $412,158 AFG award to acquire 41 new firefighter self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) units and 25 mask mounted regulators to replace outdated equipment that is critical to the safety of firefighters. Woonsocket Fire Department will receive a $251,035 AFG award to purchase new firefighting hoses, nozzles, and appliances that will upgrade… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-gets-new-15m-boost-to-expand-publicly-available-electric-vehicle-charging-stations | RI Gets New $15M Boost to Expand Publicly Available Electric Vehicle Charging Stations | 2024-08-25 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI -- Rhode Island’s efforts to increase publicly available electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and make it more convenient for drivers of electric vehicles to charge up their cars is getting a $15 million jolt in federal funding. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Governor Dan McKee today announced $15 million in new federal funding for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) to help install over 200 new electric vehicle charging stations at convenient locations across the state. The funding is made available through the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant Program, which was established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (P.L. 117-58), which Reed and Whitehouse helped enact in 2021. RIDOT and its partners, the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM), will use the federal funds to boost the state’s charging infrastructure through its statewide plan: Charging Ahead: Rhode Island Working Together for Electrification (Charging Ahead). Charging Ahead is an interagency project that aims to further the design, installation, management, and maintenance of EV charging stations in public and accessible locations throughout the state. Funds would support increased public awareness of EVs and their benefits through community engagement, education, and workforce training in support of the state’s EV network. The 206 new chargers will be installed at 85 charging sites across Rhode Island. “Charging an electric vehicle should be as easy as filling up at a gas station. This new $15 million investment will grow the state’s electric charging infrastructure network in a smart, sustainable way that reduces pollution and helps people lower their fuel costs. It will accelerate 24/7 access to public charging stations that are convenient, affordable, and reliable for Rhode Island’s growing population of EV drivers,” said Senator Reed, a senior member… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-urges-national-strategy-and-local-and-global-action-to-curb-the-flow-of-toxic-microplastic-pollution | Reed Urges National Strategy & Local and Global Action to Curb the Flow of Toxic Microplastic Pollution | 2024-08-22 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WATCH: video from this event available here PROVIDENCE, RI – Microplastics are everywhere these days: Oceans, lakes, rivers, and streams across the planet are increasingly burdened with plastic pollution. To protect people and wildlife and prevent our waterways from drowning in toxic microplastic pollution, U.S. Senator Jack Reed is calling for coordinated action at the local, federal, and global level to tackle plastic waste and pollution. Today, standing along the shores of Narragansett Bay, Senator Reed joined with officials from Save The Bay, the University of Rhode Island, and Roger Williams University (RWU) to discuss the threat of microplastics and outline steps households, communities, and elected officials can take to better protect people from the threat of microplastic pollution and preserve access to clean, safe water. Reed joined experts in urging stepped-up research, regulation, and coordinated action around microplastics. When plastic refuse degrades and breaks down it becomes microplastics -- tiny particles of plastic waste less than 5 millimeters in diameter -- that are an ubiquitous pollutant found in waterways, oceans, mountains, household dust, food, and water. These particles pose a significant risk to water quality, human and animal health, and climate and ecosystem stability. According to the Ocean Conservancy: “Ingestion of microplastics by animals has been associated with negative health outcomes, including reduced food consumption, impaired growth and behavior, decreased reproductive output, reduced energy for growth, altered gene expression and damage to cells and DNA.” Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee, secured $1.69 million in federal funding to help RWU researchers study human-derived pollutants in the air, soil, and water and $1 million to help URI track the flow of plastic particles through the environment and develop new solutions to stop plastic waste and pollution. According to URI researchers, the top two inches of Narragansett Bay’s floor cont… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-announces-485-million-flood-prevention-and-assistance-project-for-cranston_johnston | RI Delegation Announces $48.5 Million Flood Prevention & Assistance Project for Cranston & Johnston | 2024-08-21 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | CRANSTON, RI – Building on years of work to assist flood-prone residents in the Pocasset River Watershed, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced the Rhode Island office of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS) has been authorized to implement the Pocasset River Flood Damage Reduction Project. The total authorized project cost is estimated at $48.5 million to help prevent and mitigate damage to homes within critical flooding areas along the Pocasset River. An initial tranche of $12 million is being made available this year thanks to $12 million in earmarks secured by Senator Reed in fiscal year 2022, 2023, and 2024 appropriations laws. The delegation will work together to make additional federal funding available for the program in the years ahead to provide support for the Pocasset River Flood Damage Reduction Project and advance flood prevention infrastructure upgrades and initiatives in the hardest hit areas. The Pocasset River routinely floods areas of Cranston and Johnston with flood damage becoming more frequent in recent years. Flood prevention and mitigation upgrades made possible by this federal funding will protect the safety of Rhode Islanders and help minimize damage to homes in Johnston and Cranston during significant rainfall events. Johnston and Cranston have teamed up to sponsor this project, which will be implemented by Rhode Island NRCS in partnership with the Rhode Island Association of Conservation Districts (RIACD). A 2008 NRCS study of the Pocasset River Watershed produced recommendations for the plan moving forward today to help residents hardest hit by flooding with voluntary property buyouts. “Rhode Islanders living in the Pocasset River Watershed deserve the peace of mind of knowing that their families and homes are safe. I’ve been working on the federal level for more than two decades to channel resources and support to residents in Johnston and Cranston who have been… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/uri-led-research-team-awarded-8m-epscor-grant-from-national-science-foundation | URI-Led Research Team Awarded $8M EPSCoR Grant from National Science Foundation | 2024-08-20 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI – Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation today announced that the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is awarding a team of academic researchers led by the University of Rhode Island (URI) $8 million through the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems Research Infrastructure Improvement Program (E-CORE RII). EPSCOR is designed to fulfill NSF’s mandate to promote scientific progress nationwide. Through the program, NSF establishes partnerships with government, higher education, and industry that are designed to effect lasting improvements in a state's or region's academic research infrastructure, research and development (R&D) capacity, and hence, its national R&D competitiveness. The new federal EPSCoR funds will go to the Rhode Island Network for Excellence in Science and Technology (RI-NEST), which is a partnership of several Ocean State universities and colleges, including URI, Rhode Island College, Brown University, Roger Williams University, and Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). By leveraging partnerships with diverse institutions and organizations, the project will boost collaboration, education, and workforce development initiatives in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (fields collectively known as STEM) across the Ocean State. Over the next four years, the RI-NEST team will utilize the unique capacities of its partner institutions -- including Rhode Island’s position as a national leader in the Blue Economy and oceanographic space – to support workforce development, catalyze research partnerships, strengthen science translation, and administer broad, inclusive, and coordinated science and technology activity across Rhode Island. “This is a win for Rhode Island students, researchers, and future economic growth. This federal investment will help local researchers advance scientific discovery, innovation, and education while strengthening our research pipeline and bolstering the state’s research… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/from-slavery-to-freedom-and-survival-to-achievement-reed-helps-newport-historical-society-preserve-historic-wanton-lyman-hazard-house-and-make-it-a-new-hub-for-learning-about-the-black-experience-in-rhode-island | From Slavery to Freedom and Survival to Achievement: Reed Helps Newport Historical Society Preserve Historic Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House & Make it a New Hub for Learning About the Black Experience in Rhode Island | 2024-08-19 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | NEWPORT, RI – Standing in front of the oldest surviving residence in Newport, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today joined the Newport Historical Society (NHS) to deliver nearly $400,000 in federal funds to help historians preserve the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House (WLHH) and use it as a multi-purpose center and museum that elevates the stories of enslaved and freed Africans, African Americans, and their descendants. The NHS is taking steps to preserve the major landmark which was built during the 1690s – around the same time that “the first slaving voyage to bring captive Africans to Rhode Island took place in 1696, when a Boston ship, the Seaflower, brought forty-seven captives from the coast of Africa and sold fourteen of them in Newport.” Reed says he hopes the renovated WLHH will draw people to learn more about Black history and illuminate the early Black experience in Newport from slavery to freedom and from survival to achievement. Upgrades made possible by Senator Reed’s $300,000 federal earmark will help fix issues with the building’s exterior and foundation, increase accessibility in accordance with ADA standards, and install plumbing, electrical upgrades, an HVAC system, safety features, and other improvements to make the museum safe and comfortable for visitors. Reed also helped secure a $91,260 federal Preservation Planning grant from the U.S. National Park Service last month to assist the Newport Historical Society with their project titled “Interpretive Planning for the c. 1697 Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, Anchor Site on the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route Historic Trail.” “The Wanton-Lyman-Hazard house has many important stories to tell about Newport, our nation’s founding, and our evolution as a community and society. The Newport Historical Society is doing critical work preserving and sharing the history of this home and the people who lived here, and uncovering the stories that were too often pushed aside or forgotten,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “I am pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-denounces-donald-trump-for-belittling-americas-military-heroes-and-calls-on-former-president-to-apologize | Reed Denounces Donald Trump for Belittling America’s Military Heroes and Calls on Former President to Apologize | 2024-08-16 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, in response to Donald Trump once again denigrating American servicemembers and belittling our military heroes who were injured or killed in the line of duty, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI), the Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement: “Donald Trump’s repeated pattern of disgraceful insults about wounded warriors and their families is outrageous and a national embarrassment. Someone who repeatedly belittles our military men and women and mocks wounded soldiers isn’t fit to be Commander-in-Chief. Even Trump’s own White House Chief of Staff said the former President referred to our troops buried at a military cemetery as “losers and suckers.” Members of both parties should condemn these insults and Trump should apologize to our brave men and women who risk their lives and make tremendous sacrifices to serve our nation and defend our freedoms. Very few of them will ever win the Medal of Honor. But all who serve honorably deserve our thanks and praise. They deserve a president of high character who is worthy of their sacrifice. Not someone like Donald Trump who avoided service and who callously and routinely insults the military and the memories of our fallen soldiers.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/us-senate-designates-august-16-as-national-airborne-day | U.S. Senate Designates August 16 as National Airborne Day | 2024-08-16 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC -- Nearly 84 years after the first official Army parachute jump at what was then Fort Benning (now Fort Moore), Georgia in 1940, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution designating August 16, 2024 as “National Airborne Day,” commemorating the anniversary of that first jump and the creation of the first American airborne divisions, including the 82nd and the 101st. The bipartisan resolution (S. Res 797), led by U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Jack Reed (D-RI), which was approved by the full Senate earlier this month, calls on all Americans to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. “From individual paratroopers to riggers, jumpmasters, pilots, and everyone who contributes to success of the mission, we salute the entire airborne community. National Airborne Day recognizes the outstanding service, skill, and sacrifice of members and former members of the United States airborne forces. They continue a proud and honorable tradition of jumping out of perfectly good airplanes and going behind enemy lines to undertake and achieve the seemingly impossible, but for them – due to their training and capability – they make it look routine,” said Senator Reed, who served in the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division as an Infantry Platoon Leader, a Company Commander, and a Battalion Staff Officer. “It’s a day to honor those who came before us and those who continue to serve with bravery and distinction.” The U.S. Senate unanimously approved the resolution, which was also cosponsored by U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Tammy Baldwin (D-MN), Jon Ossoff (D-GA), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Joe Manchin (I-WV), Kirsten Sinema (I-AZ), Angus King (I-ME), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Tom Tillis (R-NC), and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK). The resolution notes that the members of the airborne forces of the Armed Forces… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-backed-law-helping-to-lower-rx-drug-prices-through-medicare-negotiation | Reed-Backed Law Helping to Lower Rx Drug Prices Through Medicare Negotiation | 2024-08-15 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | PROVIDENCE, RI -- U.S. Senator Jack Reed today welcomed the historic announcement by the Biden-Harris administration of lower drug prices for ten of the most expensive prescription drugs in Medicare, which were subject to negotiations between the federal government and drugmakers. Senator Reed helped pass the landmark Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (P.L. 117-169), granting the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) the authority to use the purchasing power of Medicare to negotiate lower prices for consumers. Now, U.S. taxpayers are set to save an estimated $6 billion in the first year from new, lower prices the Biden-Harris Administration has negotiated down by as much as 79 percent on ten top-selling prescription drugs for the Medicare health program for older Americans. Reed noted that Republicans unanimously opposed the law and Vice President Kamala Harris cast the deciding vote to use negotiating power to help lower the cost of prescription drugs. “This historic step is great news for all Americans. It will soon mean lower prices at the pharmacy counter, easing the financial burden on millions of seniors who struggle to pay for needed medications. It's also a win for taxpayers and will achieve real cost savings,” said Senator Reed. “This is just the start. Under the Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare can negotiate lower prices of more prescription drugs each year. I will continue working to lower prescription drug prices and improve health care coverage, access, and affordability. Lowering these unnecessarily high drug prices means more Americans can afford to manage their health and it will improve the health of our communities.” Last year, Medicare selected ten of the highest-cost drugs for negotiations: Eliquis, Jardiance, Xarelto, Januvia, Farxiga, Entresto, Enbrel, Imbruvica, Stelara and NovoLog. Together, these 10 prescription drugs accounted for $50.5 billion, or 20 percent, of Medicare Part D spending from June 1, 2022, to May 31, 2023 according to CMS. Next, 15 drugs will be selec… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-helps-land-92-million-for-tf-green-international-airport | RI Delegation Helps Land $9.2 Million for T.F. Green International Airport | 2024-08-13 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) has been awarded $9.2 million in federal funding to advance the next phase of constructing a new cargo facility and aircraft parking apron at T.F. Green International Airport. This federal U.S. Department of Transportation grant, totaling $9,212,959, will be administered through the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Airport Improvement Program (AIP). The federal funding will be used for the fourth phase of the South Cargo Project to construct 5,800 square yards of a new cargo apron. Once completed, the project will add 60,000 square yards of new cargo apron space, enabling greater volumes of cargo to be processed through the airport, bolstering economic activity, and increasing efficiency for cargo tenants. “Our airports are engines of economic growth. I’m pleased to work with my colleagues to help land this grant for RIAC to improve and expand T.F. Green Airport’s cargo operations to better serve tenants and drive Rhode Island’s economy forward,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “T.F. Green International is already one of the most convenient airports in the country for travelers, and we want to make it more commerce-friendly as well,” said Senator Whitehouse. “This federal funding will support an expansion of the cargo facility and increased economic activity in Rhode Island.” “T.F. Green airport is more than a convenient airport for passengers, it is also a hub for commerce,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “This federal funding will help enhance T.F. Green’s cargo operation, creating jobs and expanding the local economy.” “T.F. Green Airport is a key pillar of trade and commerce in Rhode Island,” said Congressman Gabe Amo. “Today’s federal investment will grow its capacity for cargo operations as it helps our local economy soar to new heights — ensuring reliable, efficient, and safe service for all… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-delivers-328m-to-bolster-public-safety-and-training-for-local-firefighters | RI Delegation Delivers $3.28M to Bolster Public Safety & Training for Local Firefighters | 2024-08-08 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to ensure Rhode Island firefighters have the equipment and training they need to safely and effectively protect and serve their communities, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced $3,277,138 in federal grants for fire departments in Warwick, Pawtucket, and Burrillville and the Rhode Island Fire Academy. 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 (NFPA). The following communities will receive AFG grants to enhance the safety of firefighters through training and the acquisition of needed equipment: Warwick Fire Department will receive $1 million to strengthen training for paramedics and firefighters and to purchase new self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) units. Warwick’s current SCBA units are no longer NFPA compliant and are in need of replacement. Pawtucket Fire Department will receive $1 million to upgrade the licenses of 16 department members from AEMT-Cardiacs to Paramedics and to purchase new cardiac monitors. Last year, Pawtucket responded to over 14,000 emergency medical (EMS) calls and assisted in more than 800 mutual aid EMS requests, making up approximately 79 percent of all emergency responses by the department. Oakland-Mapleville Fire Department in Burrillville will receive $928,571 to acquire a new pumper vehicle that will replace the department’s outdated and obsolete 47-year-old engine that is no longer in compliance with NFPA standards. Rhode Island Fire Academy will receive $348,566 to purchase new equipment that will strengthen the safety of firefighters and help improve training, including two new fire pump simulators and various safety equipment that will allow… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/after-delivering-465000-earmark-reed-and-whitehouse-tour-demolition-of-1904-ashaway-school-building | After Delivering $465,000 Earmark, Reed & Whitehouse Tour Demolition of 1904 Ashaway School Building | 2024-08-07 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | HOPKINTON, RI – Long-standing plans to address public health and safety concerns posed by the vacant 120-year-old Ashaway School Building property have moved forward thanks to a $465,000 federal earmark for the Town of Hopkinton secured by U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse. Senators Reed and Whitehouse today joined town officials and workers on the site of the Ashaway School Building, which has been vacant for two decades, to discuss how the federal funding helped complete needed abatement and demolition work that started in June. “The health, well-being, and safety of the Ashaway community and all Rhode Islanders is paramount,” said Senator Reed. “I’m glad to have worked with Senator Whitehouse to deliver this critical federal funding for the town to help strengthen public health and safety for residents and students at the nearby Ashaway Elementary School. I commend town leaders and members of the community for working to preserve the rich history and artifacts from the 1904 building so that it will be preserved for generations to come.” “Thanks to federal funding, the town has been able to safely begin knocking down the hazardous Ashaway School. This demolition and abatement project will help protect the health of the kids who go to school nearby,” said Whitehouse. The $465,000 federal earmark secured by Reed and Whitehouse in the fiscal year 2023 appropriations law is helping Hopkinton address the significant safety concerns posed by the building, which has been deemed a community hazard. Discussions about the future of the building have been ongoing since the school’s closure in 2004. Given hazards posed by lead contaminants, asbestos, roof and floor cave ins, and costly repairs, as well as the old wooden building’s close proximity to Ashaway Elementary, the decision was made to demolish the structure. The Hopkinton Town Council voted to approve the demolition in 2018. “First, I want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Senator Reed and Senator Whitehouse for their invaluable support and assi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/peace-dale-library-upgrades-advancing-with-700000-secured-by-reed-and-magaziner | Peace Dale Library Upgrades Advancing with $700,000 Secured by Reed & Magaziner | 2024-08-06 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WAKEFIELD, RI – Thanks to a federal earmark secured by U.S. Senator Jack Reed and Congressman Seth Magaziner, South Kingstown’s most utilized public library is moving forward with planning much-needed renovations to transform underutilized spaces and create multipurpose community gathering places for learning, reading, working, and more. Today, Senator Reed and Congressman Magaziner joined with town officials, librarians, staff, and community members at Peace Dale Library to celebrate a $700,000 federal earmark secured by Reed and Magaziner in the fiscal year 2024 appropriations law for renovations at the historic library. The federal funds will be used by the library to create a new, fully accessible community space with free and reliable high-speed internet access, flex meeting spaces, independent workstations, and dedicated teaching spaces. Renovations will also include HVAC upgrades and reconfiguration of safety features like lighting and sprinkler systems. “Public libraries are about so much more than books. They are places where Rhode Islanders can unlock opportunities, discover new passions, and create new connections,” said Senator Reed, the leading champion of public libraries in Congress. “This federal funding for Peace Dale Library and the South Kingstown community will help create excited new spaces to explore, learn, and develop new skills. I was glad to work with Congressman Magaziner on this, and I look forward to seeing these renovations, improvements, and upgrades being implemented with input and guidance from library patrons, librarians, staff, and residents.” “The Peace Dale Library is an invaluable resource that provides Rhode Islanders with a safe and welcoming place to read, work and learn,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “I am proud to help secure federal funding to renovate the library and create more community spaces for Rhode Islanders to come together.” “Library programming focused on workforce growth, health monitoring and educational support will have a tremendous impact on our reside… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-and-amo-deliver-850000-for-boys_girls-club-of-northern-ris-cumberland-lincoln-clubhouse-renovation | Reed & Amo Deliver $850,000 for Boys & Girls Club of Northern RI’s Cumberland-Lincoln Clubhouse Renovation | 2024-08-05 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | CUMBERLAND, RI – In an effort to help the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island continue to strengthen and expand programming and services for local youth, U.S. Senator Jack Reed and Congressman Gabe Amo teamed up to deliver an $850,000 federal earmark to support a renovation project at the Cumberland-Lincoln Clubhouse and Grounds. Senator Reed and Congressman Amo today joined with Governor Dan McKee, BGCNRI President & CEO Gary Rebelo, students, staff, and community members to discuss how the renovation will help the organization bolster its ability to serve as a critical community space for local youth, providing out-of-school opportunities for fun, fitness, recreation, and education. “Every dollar invested in the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and our community. The Cumberland-Lincoln Clubhouse is a place where all kids are welcome. And the $850,000 federal earmark that Congressman Amo and I are celebrating today will support critical renovations and expansion to ensure no child is turned away because of a lack of space or programming,” said Senator Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Committee. “Since 1956, the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island has been serving youth in our state,” said Congressman Gabe Amo. “Today, we build on that legacy through $850,000 in federal funding to renovate the Cumberland-Lincoln Clubhouse — ensuring that it continues to deliver for the 2,600 young people who rely on it for out-of-school programming. I thank Senator Jack Reed for his leadership and partnership in securing this transformative investment for our community.” “We are incredibly grateful for the $850,000 federal earmark awarded for renovations to our Cumberland-Lincoln Clubhouse. This funding, secured with the invaluable support of Senator Reed and Congressman Amo, will allow us to enhance our facilities and better serve the youth in our community. Their dedication to our mission and the future of our children is truly comme… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-announces-750000-to-help-survivors-of-violent-crime-access-critical-legal-support | RI Delegation Announces $750,000 to Help Survivors of Violent Crime Access Critical Legal Support | 2024-08-05 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – For over five decades, Rhode Island Legal Services (RILS) has provided critical, comprehensive legal services to victims of domestic and intimate partner violence. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that RILS will receive a $750,000 federal grant to expand its civil legal assistance for Rhode Islanders experiencing domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The federal grant will enable RILS to expand its work, particularly among underserved communities that experience disproportionate rates of domestic violence, to support survivors of sexual violence and violent crimes throughout the legal process. RILS expects to utilize this funding to assist an estimated 3,600 Rhode Islanders in gaining access to high-quality legal representation and wraparound services. “To better support victims of sexual violence and violent crimes, we must invest in proven strategies and effective supports that help survivors and create a safer Rhode Island. This federal funding will assist Rhode Island Legal Services in continuing their vital work to help survivors by providing needed assistance, support, and wraparound services,” said Senator Reed. “Far too many survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault don’t have the resources to navigate the justice system on their own. I spent years prosecuting domestic violence, and I’m very pleased to help secure these federal funds to expand the heroic work Rhode Island Legal Services does to secure justice for survivors,” said Whitehouse, a senior member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and former U.S. Attorney and Rhode Island Attorney General. “Survivors of domestic violence deserve the resources and support to set them on the path to safety, justice and healing,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “This federal funding will help connect survivors to the support systems they need to get back on their feet and will ultimately save lives across Rhode Island.” “Keeping Rhode Islanders s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-capito-introduce-bipartisan-plan-to-accelerate-pediatric-rare-disease-research-and-treatment-advances | Reed, Capito Introduce Bipartisan Plan to Accelerate Pediatric Rare Disease Research & Treatment Advances | 2024-08-02 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to accelerate research and treatment advances for rare diseases that affect children, U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) teamed up this week to introduce the Innovation in Pediatric Drugs Act (S.4905). This bipartisan bill would ensure drugs for rare diseases are studied in children and drug companies are accountable for completing pediatric study requirements. It would close research gaps created by the growth in so-called “orphan drug” approvals by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Children are not just small adults who can take smaller doses of adult medication. They metabolize drugs differently and in order for drugs to be safe and effective for kids, they must be studied specifically for children’s use. Yet too often, drug development still leaves children behind. The Innovation in Pediatric Drugs Act of 2024 would help speed therapies to children who need them, making needed changes to the Best Pharmaceuticals for Children Act (BPCA) and the Pediatric Research Equity Act (PREA), two laws that encourage and require the study of drugs in children. “Congress must work together to help address the unmet needs of those affected by rare diseases, particularly children. The Innovation in Pediatric Drugs Act would include children in the drug development process to expand access to safe and effective treatments and therapies for children with rare ailments and appropriately meet their needs. Our bipartisan bill would provide new paths for pediatric rare disease research and development and ensure patients with rare diseases aren’t left behind,” said Senator Reed. “As I meet with doctors, researchers, and parents, I am often reminded that while children sadly can get adult diseases, they are not in fact small adults. That’s why it is essential medicines be studied specifically for children’s use, especially for rare diseases,” Senator Capito said. “This legislation will help ensure pediatric studies are actually being done on both new and innova… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ri-delegation-touts-134000-boost-to-help-ri-museums-expand-exhibits-accessibility-and-training | RI Delegation Touts $134,000 Boost to Help RI Museums Expand Exhibits, Accessibility, & Training | 2024-08-02 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that three Rhode Island organizations are set to receive $134,000 in federal grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services’ (IMLS) Inspire! Grants for Small Museums program. The federal funds will help Newport Historical Society, the Tomaquag Museum, and Providence College Galleries carry out various projects meant to increase offerings for visitors, significantly improve accessibility, and provide specialized training for museum staff and mentorship opportunities for local youth artists. The federal grants were made possible under the Museum and Library Services Act of 2018 (Public Law No: 115-410), authored by Senator Reed, which authorizes up to $299 million annually through 2025 to advance the roles of libraries and museums in education, lifelong learning, historic preservation, and workforce development. “These local museums help trace our heritage, understand our culture, and preserve our history. I’m proud to deliver federal investments to help these institutions protect, preserve, and make accessible stories that are unique to Rhode Island and bring them to a wider audience,” said Senator Reed, who last year hosted the director of IMLS, Crosby Kemper, in Rhode Island to visit the headquarters of the Newport Historical Society. “This $134,000 in federal funding will help Newport Historical Society, the Tomaquag Museum, and Providence College Galleries to offer and expand some exciting and illuminating exhibits.” “Rhode Island’s museums play an important role in educating the public and preserving our state’s history,” said Whitehouse. “This federal funding will help three Ocean State gems – the Tomaquag Museum, the Newport Historical Society, and Providence College – create and expand exhibits while making programming more accessible to Rhode Islanders.” “It is vital that we preserve the rich history and culture of Rhode Island,” said Rep. Seth Magaziner. “Local museum… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/to-better-protect-us-financial-system-reed-urges-federal-reserve-to-place-additional-guardrails-around-banks-involvement-in-credit-risk-transfer | To Better Protect U.S. Financial System, Reed Urges Federal Reserve to Place Additional Guardrails Around Banks’ Involvement in “Credit Risk Transfer” | 2024-08-02 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to strengthen the U.S. financial sector, protect the U.S. economy, and hold banks and private equity firms accountable, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) is urging the Federal Reserve to scrutinize the risks associated with “credit risk transfer” transactions (CRTs). CRTs, also known as synthetic risk transfers, are transactions where banks pay investors, often private equity firms, to assume potential losses on loans that the banks have originated. According to press and industry reports, interest in CRTs has picked up considerably this year. U.S. banks of all sizes have executed transactions totaling an estimated $17 billion to cut capital charges on a variety of commercial and consumer assets, including cars, multifamily housing projects, private equity funds, and industrial equipment. According to an analysis by ratings agency S&P, a record number of U.S. banks are engaging in CRT transactions. Rapid growth is expected to continue. For example, BlackRock has predicted that U.S. issuance could grow by 30% to 40% each year for the next two years, citing “crucial regulatory guidance [from the Federal Reserve] late last year.” Senator Reed, a senior member of the Banking Committee, is warning that a new financial crisis could arise if the market rapidly evolves without stronger oversight and additional transparency. In recent months, banks have increasingly been engaging in exotic transactions that reduce their capital requirements by purportedly offloading risks to the opaque private market. In a letter to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, Senator Reed writes: “As the size of this market has grown, so too have the sophistication of these instruments and the associated risks to the banking system. Most notably, these transactions are becoming leveraged. According to analysts, most investors in CRTs are borrowing money—often from a Wall Street bank—to finance their investments. Investors can borrow up to 60% of the funds for an investment. If riskier loans in CRTs fail at the same t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-statement-on-release-of-evan-gershkovich-paul-whelan-alsu-kurmasheva-and-vladimir-kara-murza | Reed Statement on Release of Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, Alsu Kurmasheva, and Vladimir Kara-Murza | 2024-08-01 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, after Russia freed 16 unjustly detained prisoners, including three American citizens and an American green card holder, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) issued the following statement on the historic multinational agreement, involving seven nations, that was made possible by President Joe Biden’s global leadership: “I join all Americans in welcoming home Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, Alsu Kurmasheva, and Vladimir Kara-Murza. I applaud the determined efforts of President Biden and his skilled team of diplomatic negotiators for achieving this historic breakthrough. “For years, and on a bipartisan basis, members of Congress demonstrated great resolve and unwavering commitment to the safe return of these individuals. This is another example of why global alliances are critical to the safety of all Americans, and why the U.S. is strengthened by our NATO allies, who were instrumental in freeing these prisoners. “I know that it took painstaking and intense negotiations to return these prisoners to freedom. The previous administration tried and failed to bring a number of them home. Joe Biden got the job done, and for that, we are grateful.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/ahead-of-key-vote-reed-urges-senators-to-provide-tax-relief-to-working-americans-families-and-small-businesses | Ahead of Key Vote, Reed Urges Senators to Provide Tax Relief to Working Americans, Families, & Small Businesses | 2024-07-31 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Ahead of a key procedural vote scheduled for tomorrow to provide tax relief to families and businesses, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) is urging his colleagues in the U.S. Senate to support the bipartisan, House-passed Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. This bipartisan bill expands the child tax credit and extends several pro-growth tax policies, including a full, upfront deduction for research and development costs. Tomorrow’s cloture vote requires support from 60 Senators to advance. The bipartisan, bicameral measure was negotiated by U.S. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and House Ways and Means Committee Chair Jason Smith (R-MO). The U.S. House of Representatives passed the bill by a vote of 357-70 earlier this year. But despite the deep, broad bipartisan support in the House, Senate Republican leaders have signaled their intent to prevent the measure from getting an up or down vote in the Senate. News reports suggest a significant number of Senate Republicans are stalling until next year when they think they could control the White House and more seats in Congress and would therefore pass a bill filled with their partisan priorities like further tax giveaways to big corporations and the super wealthy. “Congress is supposed to work together to make Americans’ lives better. I urge every Senate Republican to join us in passing this bill to deliver tax relief and help children, families, workers, and Main Street businesses nationwide. This is a bipartisan, balanced approach that would provide tax relief to working families and businesses alike. Expanding the child tax credit and enhancing the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and other key tax cuts are big steps forward. This bipartisan bill would uplift 16 million children, help millions of families, and build a stronger middle-class. It would invest in Main Street, help build more affordable housing, and spur innovation and economic growth,” said Senator Reed. “I urge every Senate Republi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases/reed-welcomes-23m-jobs-plus-grant-for-providence-housing-authority-residents-at-chad-brown-and-admiral-terrace | Reed Welcomes $2.3M Jobs Plus Grant for Providence Housing Authority Residents at Chad Brown and Admiral Terrace | 2024-07-31 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Democrat | Senate | RI | Jack Reed | R000122 | www.reed.senate.gov | jackreed | https://www.reed.senate.gov/news/releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jack Reed welcomed a new infusion of federal funds to Rhode Island to expand job training, economic opportunities, and upward financial mobility for residents of public housing in Providence’s Wanskuck neighborhood. The Providence Housing Authority (PHA) is one of 14 housing authorities nationwide selected by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) this month for a federal Jobs Plus grant. The $2.3 million federal grant will help residents living in the Admiral Terrace and Chad Brown Apartments increase their earned income and improve their economic mobility through the Jobs Plus program. PHA will use the federal funds for its Jobs Plus Providence a Bright Future Initiative which seeks to expand critical job training and adult education opportunities for residents of Admiral Terrace and Chad Brown Apartments. Participants in the program will access resources to help them attain their educational and employment goals in an on-site Jobs Plus program center that offers comprehensive education, employment programming, and wrap around services in a convenient, in-house location. In addition to HUD’s core Jobs Plus Initiative Program components, the PHA’s Jobs Plus a Bright Future Initiative also provides program services that are tailored to residents’ individual needs. These services will be drawn from a menu of on-site and referral services for a wide range of needs that, in addition to directly related workforce development needs, include equitable access to health care, counseling, childcare, and support for survivors of trauma. And unemployed residents can work with case managers to identify short and long-term employment goals and create plans to accomplish them. “Jobs Plus has a strong track record of success when it comes to helping enrolled participants overcome economic challenges and achieve greater financial stability and independence. It is not a one-size fits all program and can be tailored to the needs of those it serves. Working in a supportive and f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
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[collected_at] TEXT,
[updated_at] TEXT
);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_date]
ON [releases] ([date]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_year]
ON [releases] ([year]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_party]
ON [releases] ([party]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_chamber]
ON [releases] ([chamber]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_state]
ON [releases] ([state]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_bioguide_id]
ON [releases] ([bioguide_id]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_has_text]
ON [releases] ([has_text]);