U.S. Congressional Tipoffs Involving Virginia
Beyer Statement On The Passing Of Congressman A. Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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"The loss of Donald McEachin is heartbreaking.
"We have been friends for many years, and in all the time I've known him he has been a fighter. He fought for families, for children, and for the needy.
"As a public servant he fought for his community and his constituents.
"Even as he became one of the leading champions for environmental justice in Congress, he was fighting a quiet, diffic
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Capito, Klobuchar Urge Administration To Increase Cyber Investigations Of Fentanyl Trafficking
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release and letter:
U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) urged the Biden administration to increase cyber investigations of fentanyl trafficking. In a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Administrator Anne Milgram, and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the senators highlight
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Capito, Manchin Protecting Jessica Grubb's Legacy Act Proposed Rule Announced
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 29, 2022:
U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin's (D-W.Va.), Protecting Jessica Grubb's Legacy Act (Legacy Act) proposed rule was announced by U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS). The Legacy Act will change existing privacy regulations, known as 42 CFR Part 2, surrounding medical records for those suffering with substance use disorder. This proposed rule will impl
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CHAIRMAN HAKEEM JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF REP. DONALD MCEACHIN
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- House Democratic Caucus issued the following statement on Nov. 28, 2022:
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Upon the passing of Rep. Donald McEachin (VA-04), House Democratic Caucus Chair Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) released the following statement.
Our Caucus family is heartbroken that we will return to Washington this week without our dear friend and colleague, Donald McEachin.
Don's presence will be sorely missed in the Caucus, the Congress and the Commonwealth of Virginia. From his time serving in
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Congresswoman Lee Statement On Passing Of Congressman Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-California, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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Congresswoman Barbara Lee issued the below statement on the passing of Congressman Donald McEachin.
"I am devastated at the loss of my colleague and friend, Congressman Don McEachin. From his decades of service in the Virginia legislature to starting the first environmental justice taskforce in Congress, Don was a consummate public servant and champion for the marginalized.
"Don was
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Connolly Statement On The Passing Of Congressman A. Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Gerald "Gerry" Connolly, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 28, 2022:
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Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA) released the following statement regarding the passing of Congressman A. Donald McEachin (D-VA).
"I am heartbroken to learn of Don McEachin's passing A noble friend, husband, and father.
"An environmentalist, civil rights advocate, faithful public servant, and a man of consequence.
"There was no better ally to have.
"I will miss him terri
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Griffith Statement On Congressman Don McEachin's Passing
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 28, 2022:
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Congressman Griffith issued the following statement upon hearing the news of Congressman Don McEachin's passing.
"I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, Congressman Don McEachin.
"I had the pleasure of serving with Don in the Virginia House of Delegates and in the United States Congress, where we worked together on the Energy and Commerce Committee.
"He was an honorable
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Hoyer Statement on the Passing of Congressman A. Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement on the passing of Congressman A. Donald McEachin (VA-04).
"I join in mourning the loss of Congressman A. Donald McEachin, who succumbed to the secondary effects of his decade-long battle with colorectal cancer yesterday.
"I extend my sincerest condolences to his family. Although Donald's condit
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Kaine Statement On Passing Of Congressman A. Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 28, 2022:
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U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement after the passing of Congressman A. Donald McEachin.
"I met Donald McEachin in 1985 and we became fast friends. Anne and I went to the Richmond party celebrating his marriage to Colette.
"Our kids were the same age, we shared a statewide ticket with Mark Warner, and we've been together in the Virginia federal delegation for years.
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Kaine Statement On Senate Passage Of Respect For Marriage Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement on the Senate passage of the Respect for Marriage Act, legislation which will ensure that same-sex and interracial marriages are recognized by every state.
"I am deeply gratified by today's passage of a bill protecting marriage equality in the United States. In 2006, over my objection, Virginia passed a referendum amending the state
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Making Expectations Clear, Senate Environment Committee Ranking Member Capito Votes in Favor of Shailen Bhatt to Lead Federal Highway Administration
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release:
The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee held a business meeting to consider multiple nominations, including Shailen Bhatt to serve as administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Before voting in favor of his nomination, Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) noted the importance of
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Manchin Statement On Announcement Of Alaska Offshore Lease Sale
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement on the U.S. Bureau of Energy Ocean Management's (BOEM) announcement that Cook Inlet Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Lease Sale 258 will take place on December 30, 2022. This follows a requirement--included in the Inflation Reduction Act by Chairman Manchin--that Lease Sale
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Manchin Statement on Announcement of Alaska Offshore Lease Sale
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement on the U.S. Bureau of Energy Ocean Management's (BOEM) announcement that Cook Inlet Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Lease Sale 258 will take place on December 30, 2022. This follows a requi
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Manchin, Capito's Protecting Jessica Grubb's Legacy Act Proposed Rule Announced
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 29, 2022:
U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito's (R-WV), Protecting Jessica Grubb's Legacy Act (Legacy Act) proposed rule was announced by U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS). The Legacy Act will change existing privacy regulations, known as 42 CFR Part 2, surrounding medical records for those suffering with substance use disorder. This proposed rule will implement the Legac
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Mooney Announces $1,863,000 Grant For The Adrian Public Service District In Upshur County
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Alex Mooney, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
Congressman Alex X. Mooney announced a $1,863,000 grant for the Adrian Public Service District in Upshur County. The funding is distributed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
This USDA Water and Waste Disposal Loans and Grant will be used to provide 10 waterline extensions. These extensions will reach 166 potential new customers located in currently unserved areas of the public serv
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PLASKETT MOURNS DEATH OF HOUSE COLLEAGUE REP. DONALD MCEACHIN
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Del. Stacey Plaskett, D-Virgin Islands, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett, a Member of the House Ways and Means, Budget and Agriculture Committees, released the following statement expressing her condolences to the family and friends of Congressman Donald McEachin of Virginia.
"It is with deep sadness that I convey my condolences to the family, loved ones and friends of Congressman Donald McEachin. Donald had a treme
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Rep. Adams Statement On The Passing Of Rep. Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-North Carolina, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the passing of her colleague, Rep. Donald McEachin (VA-04).
"Congressman Donald McEachin was a fighter for the people of Virginia, and he wasn't afraid to share stories of his personal fight with cancer so he could inspire others to get screened and see their doctor.
"As a fellow member of the Congressional Bl
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Rep. Rodgers Issues Statement on Passing of Rep. McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Washington, Republican leader of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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House Energy and Commerce Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement on the passing of Rep. Donald McEachin (D-VA):
"I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Congressman McEachin yesterday evening. He was a respected voice on the Energy and Commerce Committee, and serve
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Rep. Sewell Statement On The Passing Of Rep. Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) released the following statement regarding the passing of Rep. Donald McEachin (VA-04).
"I am heartbroken by the passing of our friend and colleague, Congressman Donald McEachin.
"I was honored to serve alongside him in the House and on the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Board of Directors.
"Virginia has lost a dedicated public servant and fighter
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Scott Statement On The Passing Of Congressman Donald McEachin
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 28, 2022:
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Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman A. Donald McEachin (VA-04).
"It was with the deepest sadness that I learned of the passing of my colleague and friend Donald McEachin. Throughout his career of public service in the Virginia House of Delegates, the Senate of Virginia and the U.S. House of Representatives, Donald was a relent
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Senate Environment Committee Ranking Member Capito, EPW Republicans Vote Against Nomination of Joe Goffman to Lead EPA Air Office
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release:
The U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee held a business meeting to consider multiple nominations, including Joseph Goffman to be an assistant administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Air and Radiation. Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va), along with every Republican,
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Spanberger Statement On Passing Of U.S. Rep. Donald McEachin
HENRICO, Virginia, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger tonight released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Representative A. Donald McEachin (D-VA-04).
"Tonight, I am mourning my friend, colleague, and mentor Congressman Donald McEachin. He was a good man who endeavored to make others feel important and heard whether in the courtroom, the General Assembly, the U.S. Congress, o
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Warner & Kaine Urge USDA To Update Standards For Commercial Dog Breeding Facilities
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release and letter:
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) joined Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) and 21 Democratic colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Thomas Vilsack urging him to update standards for commercial breeding facilities regulated under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). In the letter, the Senators call on Secretary Vilsack to implement the strong standards for veterinary care, h
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Warner, Kaine Urge USDA To Update Standards For Commercial Dog Breeding Facilities
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release and letter:
U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) joined Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) and 21 Democratic colleagues in sending a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Thomas Vilsack urging him to update standards for commercial breeding facilities regulated under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). In the letter, the Senators call on Secretary Vilsack to implement the strong standards for veterinary care,
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West Virginia Delegation Applauds Disaster Declaration Approval For Severe Storms In McDowell, Fayette Counties
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and U.S. Representatives David McKinley (W.Va.-1), Alex Mooney (W.Va.-2) and Carol Miller (W.Va.-3) applauded President Joe Biden's approval of a federal disaster declaration for the state of West Virginia to help communities recover from the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred on July 12th and 13
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West Virginia Delegation Applauds Disaster Declaration Approval For Severe Storms In McDowell, Fayette Counties
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and U.S. Representatives David McKinley (WV-1), Alex Mooney (WV-2) and Carol Miller (WV-3) applauded President Joe Biden's approval of a federal disaster declaration for the state of West Virginia to help communities recover from the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred on July 12th and 13th, 2022 in McDowell Cou
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WEST VIRGINIA DELEGATION APPLAUDS DISASTER DECLARATION APPROVAL FOR SEVERE STORMS IN MCDOWELL, FAYETTE COUNTIES
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Alex Mooney, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and U.S. Representatives David McKinley (WV-1), Alex Mooney (WV-2) and Carol Miller (WV-3) applauded President Joe Biden's approval of a federal disaster declaration for the state of West Virginia to help communities recover from the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred on July 12th and 13th, 2022 in McDowell Cou
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Wexton Statement On The Passing Of Rep. Donald McEachin
STERLING, Virginia, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Jennifer Wexton, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on Nov. 29, 2022:
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Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) issued the following statement on the death of her friend, mentor, and colleague Congresswoman A. Donald McEachin.
"My heart is heavy tonight after learning about the passing of my dear friend, mentor, and an exceptional public servant, Donald McEachin. I send my deepest sympathies to Colette and his entire family, his many friends and co
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