U.S. Congressional Tipoffs Involving Virginia
Rep. Bacon Congratulates Youngkin, Sears, Miyares on Decisive Wins
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Nebraska, issued the following statement on Nov. 2, 2021:
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"Congratulations to Glenn Youngkin, Winsome Sears and Jason Miyares on their respective elections in Virginia, a state that went for Joe Biden by 10% just 12 months ago.
"Glenn ran a positive campaign focused on improving state services, getting businesses fully opened again, and improving the local schools.
"More importantly, this election largely reflects what the nation is seeing and wh
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Rep. Beyer Issues Statement on Virginia Elections
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 3, 2021:
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Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), who represents the Northern Virginia suburbs of the nation's capital, issued the following statement today on Virginia's election results.
"I congratulate Governor-elect Youngkin on his victory. He will be Virginia's next Governor, and while he and I have many disagreements, we both want what is best for the Commonwealth. I look forward to working with him in areas wh
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Rep. Crist Statement on Urgent Need to Pass Build Back Better Agenda
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Charlie Crist, D-Florida, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
U.S. Representative Charlie Crist (D-St. Petersburg) released the following statement after the results of Tuesday night's elections.
"Last night's results in Virginia and New Jersey were deeply concerning," said Rep. Crist. "It's clear we have a lot of work to do to reconnect with independents and suburban voters, to make clear what we stand for, and just as importantly, what we do not.
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Rep. Foxx: It's a Great Day for the Future of Education in Our Country
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, ranking Republican member of the House Education and Labor Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC) joined House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), House Republican Whip Steve Scalise (R-LA), House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Rep. Rob Wittman (R-VA), Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX), and Rep. Julia Letlow (R-LA) to discuss ho
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Rep. Luetkemeyer Statement on Saule Omarova's Nomination
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Missouri, issued the following statement on Nov. 3, 2021:
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Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03), Ranking Member on the Consumer Protection & Financial Institutions Subcommittee released the following statement regarding one of President Joe Biden's most radical nominees, Cornell Law Professor Saule Omarova, to be Comptroller of the Currency.
"It is ironic that on the same day voters in Virginia, Minneapolis, Buffalo, and towns across the
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Rep. Luetkemeyer Statement on Virginia Governor's Race
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Missouri, issued the following statement on Nov. 2, 2021:
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Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) released the following statement regarding Glenn Youngkin's projected victory to serve as Governor of Virginia.
"Today, voters in Virginia made clear what people in Missouri and across the country have been saying for months: our children will not be used to push radical agendas and undermine our country.
"From critical race theory to never e
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Rep. McEachin, Sen. Merkley Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Bolster Rural Health Care Services
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. A. Donald McEachin, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
Congressman A. Donald McEachin (VA-04) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced the bicameral Rural Health Equity Act to establish an Office of Rural Health within the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
"Millions of Americans living in rural areas throughout the country face challenges in accessing health care services and unique threats to their health and well-being," said Rep. McEa
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Rep. Scott Fact Sheet: Build Back Better Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, chairman of the House Education and Labor Committee, issued the following fact sheet:
The Education and Labor Committee's portion of the Build Back Better Act will lower costs for families, secure good-paying jobs for American workers, and set a strong foundation of America's children. These investments will:
* Lower the cost of child care by ensuring a vast majority of families pay no more than 7 percent of their income on child care
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Rep. Scott Statement on Death of Former Virginia Delegate Crittenden
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 3, 2021:
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Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement on the passing of former Virginia Delegate Flora D. Crittenden.
"Newport News and the Commonwealth of Virginia have lost a fearless leader and public servant today with the passing of Flora Crittenden.
"She served our community in many ways as a teacher, guidance counselor, city councilwoman, and delegate in the Virginia
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Rep. Spanberger Statement on Virginia Governor's Race Result
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 3, 2021:
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"I want to extend my congratulations to Glenn Youngkin on his victory -- and I want to thank the Virginia Department of Elections for their tireless efforts in ensuring a free and fair election.
"Additionally, I want to thank former Governor McAuliffe for his continued commitment to the workers, families, and communities of Virginia.
"As we continue to recover from the COVID-19 cr
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Rep. Stefanik: Republicans Are the Party of Parents, Education, Choice, Freedom, and Family
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following remarks on Nov. 3, 2021:
Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joined House Republican Leadership in a press conference to respond to last night's referendum of Democrats' radical agenda in Virginia and across the nation.
Full remarks below:
"Last night was not just a big night for Republicans, it was a big night for America. Americans across the country rejected President Biden and Speaker Pelosi's radical Socialist agenda.
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Reps. Foxx, Allen, Sens. Braun, Burr Demand Answers From Labor Secretary on Strike Activity
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-North Carolina, ranking Republican member of the House Education and Labor Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Rep. Rick Allen (R-GA), Senator Mike Braun (R-IN), Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) are demanding answers from Labor Secretary Marty Walsh on his participation in the strike activity with the Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers Inte
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Sen. Braun, Reps. Burr, Foxx, & Allen Demand Answers From Labor Secretary on Strike Activity
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
Senator Mike Braun, Senator Richard Burr, Representative Virginia Foxx, and Representative Rick Allen are demanding answers from the Secretary of Labor, Martin J. Walsh, on his participation in the strike activity with the Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union against Kellogg conducted on October 27, 2021. Secretary Walsh's participation served only the interest of organiz
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Sen. Burr, Rep. Foxx Demand Answers on Loudoun County Public Schools Inadequate Response to Sexual Assault Reports
WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- Sen. Richard Burr, R-North Carolina, ranking member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news release:
Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, and Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Ranking Member of the House Education and Labor Committee, sent letters to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, U.S. Department of Education Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Catheri
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Sen. Capito Issues Opening Statement for Economic Development Administration Oversight Hearing
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following opening statement at a Nov. 3, 2021, oversight hearing to examine programs at the U.S. Economic Development Administration and review programs for reauthorization:
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"Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and I'm looking forward to the rest of the hearing. Assistant Secretary Castillo, I thank you for coming, and the stakeholders on the second panel
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Sen. Capito Joins Official Challenge to President Biden's Private Sector Vaccine Mandate
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) today joined 40 of her colleagues in moving to formally nullify President Joe Biden's private sector vaccine mandate requirement for employees at private businesses with more than 100 employees. The rule, expected to be issued this week, will affect more than 80 million Americans and imposes $14,000 fines for persons who do not comply.
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Sen. Capito Moves to Block Taxpayer-Funded Payments to Illegal Immigrants
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, today joined a group of her colleagues in introducing an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (NDAA) and standalone legislation to block President Joe Biden's reported plan to spend upwards of a billion dollars to provide $45
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Sen. Capito Statement on Vote Against Federal Takeover of State Election Laws
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) released the below statement after voting not to advance the latest attempt by Senate Democrats to empower Washington, D.C. bureaucrats and federalize state voting laws. The legislation, like the two previous failed attempts, did not receive enough votes to advance.
"I am unequivocally opposed to discrimination, however, today's vote w
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Sen. Capito Works to Ensure Rural States Get Fair Share of EDA Funding
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, today participated in a hearing examining the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)'s programs. She questioned EDA Administrator Alejandra Castillo, as well as a panel of local economic devel
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Sen. Capito Works to Ensure Rural States Get Fair Share of EDA Funding
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, today participated in a hearing examining the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)'s programs. She questioned EDA Administrator Alejandra Castillo, as well as a panel of local economic development professionals, including West Virginia's Region VII Planning a
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Sen. Manchin Announces American Rescue Plan Funding for West Virginia Mine Wars Museum
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $24,656 from the American Rescue Plan to West Virginia Mine Wars Museum in Matewan. The funding is allocated through the Institute of Museum and Library Sciences (IMLS) and will support the museum as it recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.
"The American Rescue Plan continues to be a lifeline for many museums strugg
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Sen. Manchin Announces Bipartisan Compromise on John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
Yesterday, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) released a bipartisan compromise on the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. The bipartisan compromise was agreed to in order to gain support on both sides of the aisle while staying true to the same bipartisan blueprint followed by Congress in each of the five times it has
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Sens. Capito, Manchin Applaud Senate Passage of Bill to Improve Transparency at VA Medical Centers
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2021:
U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today applauded the Senate passage of legislation Tuesday evening that would require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to submit to Congress a report on the use of security cameras in VA medical centers.
The Senate-approved bill, which passed the House earlier this year, is sponsored by Representatives D
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Sens. Manchin, Capito Applaud Senate Passage of Bill to Improve Transparency at VA Medical Centers
WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) today applauded the Senate passage of legislation Tuesday evening that would require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to submit to Congress a report on the use of security cameras in VA medical centers.
The Senate-approved bill, which passed the House earlier this year, is sponsored by Representatives David McKinley (W.Va.-01), Alex
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