In this week’s address, the President recapped his visits with folks who have written him letters about their own American stories — their successes and struggles. While congressional Republicans are blocking meaningful measures that would strengthen the middle class, the President continues looking for ways to grow the economy and expand opportunity for more hardworking Americans. The President again urged Congress to join him, as they were elected to do, in working on behalf of everyday Americans — including those …
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Butterfield Seeks Answers to USPS-Proposed Changes at Rocky Mount Mail Processing Plant
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today sent a letter to United States Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe seeking specifics on the impact of the upcoming change in mailing processing operations at the Rocky Mount Processing and Distribution Facility. In his letter, Butterfield expressed concern over how the proposed changes will affect employees of the Rocky Mount facility and the customers it serves. Butterfield wrote, “While many Americans have adopted electronic forms of communication, there are …
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: Weekly Congressional Update — Hobby Lobby decision, Wounded Warrior Tournament, and more
I hope you are enjoying a relaxing 4th of July weekend as we celebrate America’s birthday and 238 years of freedom. At the beginning of the week, the Supreme Court delivered a victory for religious freedom and a devastating blow to Obamacare with their decision in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby. Below you will find more information about this decision and a link to my full statement on the case. I started my week in the district at the 3rd Annual …
Fourth of July Message from Senator Burr
Every year, we look forward to the Fourth of July holiday as an opportunity to celebrate with family and friends by grilling out, enjoying the warm weather, and viewing the community fireworks display. However, as we enjoy the day of fun, we must not let the significance of our nation’s birthday escape us. Two hundred and thirty-eight years ago our Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence. By signing the Declaration, a new nation was established, ruled by the people and for …
Whtie House: Celebrating Independence Day
In this week’s address, President Obama commemorated Independence Day by noting the contributions and sacrifices from individuals throughout the history of this country — from our Founding Fathers, to the men and women in our military serving at home and abroad.
Newsletter from the Office of Sen. Angela R. Bryant
Volume 9, Issue VI July 3, 2014 **Happy 4th of July** 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 INDEX Around the District … and More Scholarships/Grant Awards, Jobs and Other Opportunities For your information Ethics Tip Legislative News Because You Care – Thank you —————————————————————————- …
White House: 9.7 Million Jobs over 52 Straight Months
The latest jobs report came out this morning, and we’re seeing some encouraging trends: 1.4 million jobs were added in the first half of this year — the most in any first half since 1999 Private employment has increased for 52 consecutive months — the longest streak on record The unemployment rate has fallen 1.4 percentage points over the past year — the sharpest year-over-year decline in nearly three decades June marked the fifth straight month that the U.S. has …
Butterfield Statement on the 50th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement today to mark the 50th anniversary of President Lyndon Johnson enacting the landmark Civil Rights Act on July 2, 1964: “Without question, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is one of the most significant laws in this nation’s history. This 50th anniversary is a time to remember the debt all of us owe to the courageous leaders of the civil rights movement of the 1960s. “This landmark law …
White House: 50 Years Later
In the latest installment of Being Biden, the Vice President reflects on the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, and shares a photo of himself with Representative John Lewis, Jesse Jackson, and other leaders of the civil rights movement. It was 50 years ago today that President Lyndon Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act into law. And Vice President Biden reminds us that, as we celebrate the Fourth of July, we must also celebrate and remember the struggles of …
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: the economy, Medicare, Obamacare & more
This week, we learned that the U.S. economy declined at a 2.9% annual rate in the first quarter of 2014 — the most in five years! This latest news just highlights the need for the Senate to pass the dozens of House jobs bills that are still awaiting action. In addition to the bad economic news this week, we received even more bad news on Obamacare, including news that health insurance premiums are increasing dramatically as a result of the …
Legislative Update from Senator Burr
Tuesday, I joined my Senate colleagues and members from the House to discuss legislation which would address the deeply rooted problems at VA. It is now time for us, in partnership with VA, to begin to repair the damage that has resulted from the systemic failures that have undermined the trust veterans had placed in VA. Most importantly, we must ensure that veterans get the appointments they need from the doctor of their choice, provide the transparency needed to do …
Hagan, Butterfield Introduce Legislation to Allow Justice for Individuals Harmed by Toxic Pollution
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Kay Hagan and Congressman G.K. Butterfield introduced legislation in the Senate and House that will protect the ability of North Carolinians harmed by toxic chemicals to seek legal recourse, including Marines harmed by contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune and families exposed to toxic chemicals at the CTS superfund site near Asheville. A recent Supreme Court ruling could prevent these individuals and families from pursuing legal recourse, and Hagan and Butterfield’s legislation clarifies that federal law preempts …
White House Weekly Address: Focusing on the Economic Priorities for the Middle Class Nationwide
In this week’s address, the President discussed his recent trip to Minneapolis where he met a working mother named Rebekah, who wrote the President to share the challenges her family and many middle-class Americans are facing where they work hard and sacrifice yet still can’t seem to get ahead. Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that’s happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, and beyond. This week takes us south of the border with the Vice President, to …
Butterfield Statement on One Year Anniversary of Supreme Court Ruling in Shelby County v. Holder
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement today on the one-year anniversary of the Shelby County v. Holder ruling: “In the year since the Supreme Court overturned Section 4 of the 1965 Voting Rights Act (VRA) in Shelby County v. Holder, many Republican-led states passed laws that severely diminish Americans right to vote. “In my home state of North Carolina, Governor Pat McCrory and his party members have destroyed the progressive reputation for voting inclusion …
Disposal of Coal Ash Timelines
From senator Angela Bryant: SB 729- Coal Ash Timelines Disposal of coal ash (G.S. 130A-309.208, page 10): July 1, 2014 – No new impoundments or expansion of existing impoundments. October 1, 2014 – No coal ash disposed in impoundments at retired plants. December 31, 2018 – No stormwater discharged into impoundments at retired plants. December 31, 2019 – No stormwater discharged into any impoundment. December 31, 2018 – Must convert to disposal of dry fly ash or retire the electric …
Congresswoman Renee Ellmers: Obamacare Causes NC Premiums to Skyrocket
This week marked the 4th anniversary of President Obama’s “Recovery Summer,” but the American economy continues to struggle. House Republicans remain focused on ways to create new jobs and expand opportunity for everyone. Visit GOP.gov/jobs to see our plan for jobs. Unfortunately, Obamacare continues to negatively affect our economy as a whole, as well as our individual households. In a recent 3,137-County Analysis by the Manhattan Institute, we see more evidence that the “Affordable” Care Act doesn’t live up to …
White House Weekly Address: Bringing Our Workplace Policies into the 21st Century
In this week’s address, the President previewed Monday’s first-ever White House Summit on Working Families where he will bring together businesses leaders and workers to discuss the challenges that working parents face every day and lift up solutions that are good for these families and American businesses. Many working families can’t afford basic needs like childcare or receive simple benefits such as paid family leave that are common in most countries around the world. When hardworking Americans are forced to …
Legislative Update from Senator Richard Burr
Yesterday, I spoke on the floor about the growing threat in the Middle East. I understand that our nation is weary of war. I respect the sacrifices made by our service members and I work every day to ensure that our brave men and women, our veterans, are provided the care and treatment they deserve. Their efforts should not be in vain. Our service members served and sacrificed overseas so we could be safe at home. We cannot in good …
Butterfield Disappointed by VA’s Explanation of Durham Medical Center Wait Times
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) “interim response” to his request made last week for an explanation of the long wait times for new mental health patients at the Durham Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC), and the 79-day discrepancy in reported wait times by the Durham VAMC and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA): “I am deeply troubled that the VA did not provide clear, sufficient …
Representative Baskerville’s Statement on Additional Coal Ash Discoveries
Henderson, NC — North Carolina State Representative Nathan Baskerville released a statement today detailing his growing concerns regarding the discovery of additional coal ash problems. On June 18, 2014, DENHR identified additional problems at multiple coal ash sites. There are discoveries that Coal Ash is leaking from deteriorated pipes and cracked joints and has contributed to concrete flaking and chipped pipes in multiple sites, all spelling one thing – another disaster waiting to happen. Plans written by the Governor’s office …