WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, chairwoman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: Nov. 15 marks the third anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), a once-in-a-generation investment in America's infrastructure. Since 2021, the investments included in the law have delivered $9.89 billion to transportation infrastructure projects across Washington state. As Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce,  more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: NASHVILLE, Tenn U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona regarding the agency's decision to turn a blind eye to academic institutions using federal funding to promote radical, anti-Israel viewpoints: Biden-Harris' Education Department Has Funneled Millions of Dollars to Universities with Extremist, Anti- more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Chair of the Regional Leadership Council, released the following statement today on the three-year anniversary of the enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law:"After four years of waiting for President Trump's 'Infrastructure Week,' President Biden led 265 Democrats and 32 Republicans to pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law three years ago today. That historic l more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, chairwoman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: On the third anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), Senate Commerce Committee Democrats are highlighting some of the impacts this once-in-a-generation investment in America's infrastructure is having across the country. Since 2021, the law has channeled $568 billion across all 50 states for more than 66,000 project more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11677) on Nov. 15, 2024, by Christina L. Arabia, security assistance, security cooperation and global arms trade analyst. Here are excerpts: * * * Defense Primer: DOD Title 10 Security Cooperation Security Cooperation Overview The Department of Defense (DOD) uses the term security cooperation (SC) to refer broadly to DOD interactions with foreign security establishments. SC a more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48215) on Oct. 8, 2024, entitled "Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing - Frequently Asked Questions:" (Continued from Part 2 of 3) * * * What Actions Are U.S. Agencies Taking to Address IUU Fishing? Several federal departments and agencies, including DOD, the Department of State, NOAA, and the USCG, engage in various efforts to combat IUU fishing on the high seas and in the EEZs of pa more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R42972) on Oct. 8, 2024, entitled "Sequestration as a Budget Enforcement Process - Frequently Asked Questions" by Megan S. Lynch, congress and legislative process specialist: * * * Contents What Is a Sequester? ... 1 What Is the Purpose of a Sequester? ... 1 What Current Budget Requirements Are Enforced by Sequestration? ... 1 When Will a Sequester Occur? ... 2 How Is a Sequester Administe more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced that Chautauqua County will receive $1,300,000 in federal funding to support the Chautauqua Comprehensive Addiction Response and Evaluation (CARES) program. Funded by the Office of Justice Programs, this grant will advance efforts to address the substance use crisis affecting families and communities across the region. "The CARES program is a critical more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Deborah Ross, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) introduced a resolution to designate November 4 through November 10 as Forensic Nursing Week. For survivors of violence and abuse, forensic nurses provide specialized care that addresses the specific needs of the individual. Along with providing health care for survivors, forensic nurses often provide other critical support for victims of violence, including l more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Hartford, CT Today, the members of Connecticut's Congressional delegation and Governor Ned Lamont announced $291 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for railroad improvements at five projects across the state. The grants, which are being awarded to the Connecticut Department of Transportation and Amtrak, are funded through the Northeast Corridor (NEC) Federal-State Partnership for Intercity more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: ? U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today announced $31,933,577 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Fiscal Year 2022 Low Carbon Transportation Materials Grants Program. Administered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), the Illinois Department of Transportation will receive this federal funding to implemen more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: Last Year, The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Provided Over 1.7 Million Benefits To New York Households; Eligible Households Can Receive Up To $1,000 in Heating Assistance New Yorkers Can Now Apply For Benefits For This Winter With winter fast approaching, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand held a virtual press conference to share how New Yorkers can apply to receive federal assistance to more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) voted to pass H.R. 8932, the FAFSA Deadline Act, which passed the House of Representatives on a bipartisan 381-1 vote. The FAFSA Deadline Act requires the U.S. Department of Education to ensure the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available every year on October 1 so students have access to critical financial information when planning their fut more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Oversight and Accountability Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2024: Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Chairman Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) opened today's hearing titled "Preparing for the Next Pandemic: Lessons Learned and the Path Forward" by detailing the serious flaws in the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Public health agencies faile more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2024: Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) applauded the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for awarding $1.2 billion to 39 recipients through the Low-Carbon Transportation Materials (LCTM) Discretionary Grant program. "The Inflation Reduction Act is rebuil more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: MADISONVILLE, La. Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,781,660 in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grants for Louisiana disaster aid. "Hurricane Laura struck our communities hard and damaged our electrical systems. This $5.8 million will help cover Jefferson Davis Electric's emergency response," said Kennedy. The FEMA aid will fund the follow more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: Yesterday, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV), Congressman Alex Mooney (R-WV), and Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) sent a letter urging President Joe Biden and FEMA Region III Administrator MaryAnn Tierney to consider West Virginia's appeal for a major disaster declaration. Severe weather events during Hurricane Helene, including heavy rains, high winds and flooding, caused e more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: Since passage of the historic bipartisan infrastructure law 3 years ago today, Metro Atlanta & North Georgia have already received over $3.6 billion in Federal infrastructure investments Atlanta, Ga. Since passage of the bipartisan infrastructure law three years ago today, Metro Atlanta and North Georgia communities have already received over $3.6 billion in Federal infrastructure funding to upgrade roads, ex more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: Since passage of the historic bipartisan infrastructure law 3 years ago today, Chattahoochee Valley communities have already received over $147 million in Federal infrastructure investments Columbus, Ga. Since passage of the bipartisan infrastructure law three years ago today,Columbus and communities across the Chattahoochee Valley have already received over $147 million in Federal infrastructure funding to u more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr., Ranking Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee and a key architect of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), announced today that the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) will receive $27.85 million through the Low-Carbon Transportation Materials Grants Program created by the IRA. This funding, disbursed by the Federal Highway Administration, will help impl more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: CHARLOTTE - Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) celebrated two recently-awarded federal grants in her district. Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA), the public health authority of Cabarrus County, received a $1,000,000 STOP School Violence Program grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. The grant enables CHA to reduce rates of suspension for students targeted for violen more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jared Huffman, D-California, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Crescent City Harbor District $8 million for its Citizens' Dock Replacement Project. "It's terrific that DOT's Maritime Administration understands the need for important infrastructure improvements in Crescent City Harbor," Rep. Huffman said. "These funds will help modernize the p more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Washington, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the below statement on the three-year anniversary of the signing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Since 2021, the BIL and the Inflation Reduction Act have invested more than $386 million into infrastructure projects that benefit WA-02 communities. "Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, every day is infrastructure day in Northwest Washin more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Monica de la Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) has introduced H.R. 10113, the "South Texas Agriculture Emergency Assistance Act," aimed at providing vital financial support to agricultural producers in Texas with operations along the Rio Grande. The bill is designed to address the economic losses these producers have endured during the 2023 and 2024 crop years due to Mexico's failure to meet its water delivery o more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Rob Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) announced that the Federal Railroad Administration has awarded $286.4 million in grant funding to Amtrak for critical rail infrastructure upgrades throughout the Northeast Corridor and New Jersey's Eighth Congressional District. "Since coming to Congress, I've tirelessly advocated for funding to improve our region's public tran more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) announced the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded over $1.5 million in federal funding to the City of Long Beach to support the Long Beach City Police Department (LBCPD) Body-Worn Camera Expansion Project and to scale up Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD), which supports individuals struggling with substance abuse by offer more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: Today, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (D-TX-29) proudly announced a $25,359,216 federal grant awarded to the Port of Houston through the Biden-Harris Administration's Port Infrastructure Development Program. Earlier this year, Congresswoman Garcia called for funding to expand the port's grain export capacity and improve flood resilience. Today's award, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrast more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Florida, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: Today, on the three-year anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure law, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) is proud to announce that Florida will receive $1,164,947,415.71 from the Biden-Harris administration to expand high-speed internet access through the National Telecommunications Information Administration's (NTIA) Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. The BE more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: Law is bringing nearly $13 billion into Massachusetts for public transit, bridge replacement, electric buses, accessibility and safety upgrades, and more On the third anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee and chair of the Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on C more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: Murray, a longtime congressional leader on health care, forcefully opposes RFK Jr.'s nomination Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement in response to President-elect Donald J. Trump announcing his intention to select Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS): "Donald Trump's selection of a notoriou more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release: Localities and entities receiving federal funding include ATLANTA REGIONAL COMMISSION, CHATTAHOOCHEE HILLS, DUBLIN, GLYNN COUNTY, HARTWELL, NORCROSS, RIVER VALLEY REGIONAL COMMISSION, UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, WHITFIELD COUNTY Federal investments will help local communities create action plans to strengthen road safety for bicyclists, pedestrians, and drivers, as well as promote better connectivity Atl more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Arizona, issued the following news release: Sinema and Kelly negotiated the CHIPS and Science Act in 2022 historic legislation bringing semiconductor manufacturing back to the U.S., creating strong careers, and strengthening supply chains Sinema's CHIPS and Science Act included the funding to make the CHIPS in America Act operational Arizona Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly announced the finalized $6.6 billion award to Taiwan Semiconductor M more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: Here's what to watch for on the House Floor today: Keeping FAFSA On Schedule for Students, Families, and Schools FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, aims to increase accessibility and affordability of postsecondary education for students across the country who wish to continue their studies. These students must complete the FAFSA in order to access f more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: Here's a recap of what Republicans achieved on the House Floor this week: Unleashing American Geothermal Energy Production Geothermal energy is a clean, renewable energy source that provides efficient and dependable power for long periods of time, making it a great resource for the United States to diversify our energy supply and restore our energy independence. Currently, however, bu more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) joined the U.S. Department of Transportation in announcing a $53.3 million federal grant for the PEV Regional Port Operations With Emissions Reductions Project. This crucial project propels the decarbonization of Port Everglades by enabling the transition to electric, zero-emissions cargo-handling equipment and retiring older, diesel-powered equip more PR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), along with U.S. Representatives Carol Miller (R-WV) and Alex Mooney (R-WV), urged U.S. President Joe Biden and FEMA Region III Administrator MaryAnn Tierney to consider the State of West Virginia's appeal for a major disaster declaration. Severe weather events during Hurricane Helene, including heavy rains, high winds and flooding, more PR