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| U.S. Congressional Tipoffs Involving Hawaii Newsletter for 2024-11-24 ( 9 items ) |
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Following Release Of Updated Funding Request From White House, Schatz Calls On Congress To Immediately Pass Disaster Funding For Maui And Other Disaster-Impacted Communities (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i), a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today released the following statement on an updated disaster funding request submitted by the White House. The updated request follows remarks delivered by Schatz on the Senate floor calling for long-term disaster relief funding.
"Maui and communities across the country hit by disasters can't rebuild alone. They need more PR
Hirono Announces $8.4 Million in Funding to Strengthen Food and Nutrition Security on Hawaii Island (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) announced $8.4 million in funding for The Food Basket, a food bank on Hawaii Island working to end hunger and distribute safe, high quality food in the community. The funding will go toward the "DA BUX" program, a partnership with local food retailers to make Hawaii-grown fruits and vegetables more affordable for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)-Electronic Ben more PR
Hirono Leads Colleagues in Introducing Resolution Commemorating Transgender Day of Remembrance (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) led 13 of her Senate colleagues in introducing a resolution commemorating November 20, 2024, as Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR). The House companion bill was introduced by U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), Sara Jacobs (D-CA), and Mark Pocan (D-WI).
"No one should have to live their lives in fear simply for existing as they are. With anti-transgen more PR
Hirono Statement on Vote for Joint Resolutions of Disapproval (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) released the following statement after voting for three Joint Resolutions of Disapproval introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) to prevent the transfer of offensive weapons including tank rounds, mortars, and Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAMs) to Israel.
"I have and always will support Israel's right to defend itself, including in the wake of Hamas' horri more PR
Rep. Tokuda Leads Bipartisan Coalition in Elevating Rural Health Priorities (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Rep. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release on Nov. 22, 2024:
This week, as the country celebrates National Rural Health Month, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02), co-chair of the Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus, led several bipartisan efforts to recognize the importance of rural health care, medical providers, and the communities they serve.
On Thursday, Rep. Tokuda, along with Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN-01), introduced a resolution recognizing more PR
Schatz Calls On Congress To Pass Long-Term Relief For Disaster Survivors On Maui, Nationwide Before End Of Year (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) once again urged colleagues in Congress to pass disaster relief for survivors on Maui and across the country before the end of the year. Schatz has continually stressed the need for passing long-term assistance to help survivors rebuild in Lahaina. In the coming weeks, Congress is expected to debate an aid package for nearly 40 states affected by disasters nationwide.
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Sen. Barrasso Bill Secures Fair Share of Funding for Wyoming Hospitals (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 23 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), joined by U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), and Peter Welch (D-Vt.), recently introduced bipartisan legislation to secure increased federal support for hospitals that care for a large number of Medicaid and uninsured patients in Wyoming and other rural states. The legislation would ensure these hospitals receive their fair share of federal fun more PR
Welch Leads Bill to Restore Funding for UNRWA (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) led Senators Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) in introducing legislation that would restore congressional funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Senator Welch's legislation would help address the mounting humanitarian crisis in Gaza and t more PR
Welch Votes to Block Certain Offensive Weapons Sales to Israel (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
Welch Speaks on Senate Floor Ahead of Vote
Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) today voted in favor of Joint Resolutions of Disapproval (JRD) to block the sales of certain offensive arms and weapons to Israel. The JRDs, led by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and cosponsored by Senator Welch, and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), would block 120mm tank rounds, 120mm high-explosive mortar rounds, and Joint Direct Attack more PR
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