Wednesday evening the House passed a piece of legislation Senator Casey and I have been working on for nearly 8 years. The Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act passed with broad bipartisan support, 404-17. I am incredibly pleased that the House passed the ABLE Act this week. Families of individuals with disabilities often face overwhelming financial burdens associated with the expensive costs of healthcare, education, housing and transportation. The ABLE Act will make it easier for parents of disabled …
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Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: Wrapping up the 113th Congress
Picture of the Week: On Monday evening, the Architect of the Capitol, members of Congress, and the Forest Service gathered outside on the west terrace of the U.S. Capitol to light the Capitol Christmas tree. This has been a tradition since 1964, and every year the Christmas tree gets more beautiful. As we approach the end of the 113th Congress, the House of Representatives remains hard at work. This past week, the House passed Representative Ted Yoho’s bill to …
White House Weekly Address: Ensuring Americans Feel the Gains of a Growing Economy
In this week’s address, the President highlighted the good news in yesterday’s jobs report — that American businesses added 314,000 new jobs this past month, making November the tenth month in a row that the private sector has added at least 200,000 new jobs. Even with a full month to go, 2014 has already been the best year of job creation since the 1990s. This number brings total private-sector job creation to 10.9 million over 57 consecutive months — the …
White House: Following through after Ferguson
Following Michael Brown’s tragic death, millions of people across the nation and around the world have focused their attention on unfolding events in Ferguson, both grieving together and making their voices heard. In recent days, many have been captivated by ongoing developments, anguished emotions, peaceful protests — and, too often, deeply unfortunate images of unnecessary destruction. And this tragic incident has sparked a necessary, national conversation about the need to ensure trust and build strong relationships between law enforcement officials …
White House Weekly Address: Happy Thanksgiving from the Obama Family
In this week’s address, the President wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving and reflected on the history of our country and its celebration of diversity. He gave thanks for the many Americans who sacrifice every day, from volunteer workers who serve their communities, to men and women in uniform who serve us all. On Thanksgiving, a holiday that is uniquely American, he reminded us to focus on what unites — our commitment to American ideals like justice and equality and our …
Congresswoman Renee Ellemers: Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving I wish you and your loved ones a Thanksgiving full of joy and laughter with close friends and family. Today is a day for remembering the many blessings present in each of our lives. On this day of thanks, I hope you will join me in remembering those who are serving our country and are unable to be home with their family this holiday season. Please continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers. I am grateful …
Representative Nathan Baskerville Bulletin
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President Obama Delivers a Statement on the Ferguson Grand Jury’s Decision
Speaking from the White House Briefing Room, President Obama spoke to the American people about the announcement of the grand jury’s decision in the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri. The President joined Michael Brown’s parents in calling on anyone who protests to do so peacefully.
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: Unilateral Executive Action is Not the Answer
Video of the Week: This week I joined Greta Van Susteren live in studio to discuss comments made by Obamacare architect, Jonathan Gruber, where he referred to the American people as “stupid.” Gruber’s remarks further illuminate the lack of transparency and deception prevalent throughout the formation and rollout of Obamacare. Click here or on the image above to watch my interview. The president announced he would issue an executive action on immigration. Americans are tired of political games and …
Legislative Update from Senator Burr
This week the Senate finally took a vote on the Keystone XL Pipeline after years of stalling. Unfortunately, the legislation did not pass. As an original cosponsor of the bill and supporter of its authorization, it’s inexplicable that Senate Democrats and the President continue to block legislation supported by this Administration’s own State Department and a strong majority of Americans. We know that you, along with Americans all across our nation, want real leadership and a genuine opportunity to build …
White House Weekly Address: Immigration Accountability Executive Action
In this week’s address, the President laid out the steps he took this past week to fix our broken immigration system. Enacted within his legal authority, the President’s plan focuses on cracking down on illegal immigration at the border; deporting felons, not families; and accountability through criminal background checks and taxes. These are commonsense steps, but only Congress can finish the job. As the President acts, he’ll continue to work with Congress on a comprehensive, bipartisan bill — like the …
Newsletter from the Office of Sen. Angela R. Bryant
NEWS FROM RALEIGH… I always welcome your comments, project updates, suggestions, and visits. My office door and electronic door are always open to you! As always, thank you for your support! NEWSLETTER NEWS Two Upcoming Education Forums –Nash/Edgecombe and Wilson Counties Around the District and More: Warren County Education Forum Successful Warren County Education Forum The More You Know: Childcare in Wilson County; Latino Screening Day for HIV and Syphilis (English and Spanish version); Affordable Care Act Health …
Sen. Angela Bryant Seeks Pages for the 2015 Long Session
The office of Sen. Angela R. Bryant is currently seeking Page applicants for the the 2015 Long Session. The Senate Page Office will accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis. Each Senator can only select eight (8) Pages for the Long Session. Pages will be appointed to serve beginning Feb. 2nd and continuing to the end of June To be eligible the Page must be at least 15 years of age or currently in the 9th – 12th grade in …
Butterfield Elected Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus
Since coming to Congress, I have been a tireless advocate for the residents of the First Congressional District of North Carolina and all those in need of a fair shot. Due to my steadfast leadership on many important issues, the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has elected me to serve as their Chairman for the next two years. I am excited about this opportunity to lead the CBC which will see the largest membership in the Caucus’s history. Founded in 1971 …
Butterfield Commends Passage of Bill to Name Rich Square Post Office in Honor of the late Chief Joseph E. White, Jr.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today commended the House passage of H.R. 5142, a bill he introduced to name the U.S. Post Office in Rich Square, North Carolina as the “Chief Joseph E. White, Jr. Post Office Building.” Butterfield said, “For more than 20 years, Chief Joseph White, Jr. served Northampton County with honor and courage. Within law enforcement he was regarded as a courageous leader, and within the larger community as a selfless hero. We show …
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: It’s Time to Build the Keystone XL Pipeline
Photo of the Week: The Republican-controlled House voted for the ninth time this week to approve the Keystone XL pipeline, and I look forward to the Senate finally taking up this legislation for a vote this coming week. The above photo was taken right before my live interview on Fox Business Network, where we discussed the passage of the Keystone XL pipeline. Since jobs and veterans are top priorities, I was thrilled to hear Majority Leader McCarthy announce this …
Legislative Update from Senator Burr
During the month of October, I was in North Carolina for a state-work period. While I was there, I sat down with WRAL about our state’s ability to respond to Ebola and penned an op-ed with my colleague Senator Coburn on an Ebola vaccine. I had a chance to spend the day at Pope Airfield with some of our men and women in uniform and spoke at the 2014 Federal Construction, Infrastructure & Environment (FEDCON) Summit in Wilmington, NC. This …
White House Weekly Address: Open Enrollment Starts Today
In this week’s address, the President reminded Americans that Affordable Care Act open enrollment begins this weekend. In the past year more than 10 million people have gained health insurance, including more than seven million who enrolled in Health Insurance Marketplace coverage. They are proof that the Affordable Care Act is working, making health care more affordable, accessible, and of higher quality for millions of people. The President encouraged all Americans to take advantage of open enrollment, and remind their …
Butterfield Congratulates U.S. Representative Alma Adams on Becoming a Member of Congress
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement congratulating U.S. Representative Alma Adams on becoming a Member of Congress: “I congratulate U.S. Representative Alma Adams, of North Carolina’s 12th Congressional District, on being sworn-in as one of Congress’s newest representatives tonight. Today marks an historic occasion as Representative Adams becomes the 100th woman to serve in the 113th Congress. I am proud to call her my colleague and friend, and I look forward to working …
White House: U.S. and China Climate Protection Actions
Tuesday night, President Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping jointly announced crucial new actions to protect our climate. And because of American leadership, China is making critical new commitments. Building on the progress we’ve already made, the U.S. will set a new target of cutting our net greenhouse gas emissions 26% to 28% below 2005 levels by 2025. And President Xi announced new plans to increase the share of renewable energy and nuclear power that China uses to roughly 20% …