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SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON TENTATIVE FAIRPOINT COMMUNICATIONS LABOR AGREEMENT
(MANCHESTER, NH) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement in response to the tentative agreement between FairPoint Communications and its workers: "FairPoint Communications employees support vital services for New Hampshire's public safety, consumers and our state's economy. The tentative agreement announced this afternoon that will allow FairPoint's dedicated employees to return to work in the near future is great news."… Continue Reading
February 19, 2015
FRIDAY IN NEW CASTLE: SHAHEEN TO TOUR U.S. COAST GUARD STATION, HIGHLIGHT DAMAGING CONSEQUENCES OF DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY SHUTDOWN
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) will meet with Rear Admiral Linda L. Fagan Commander of the First Coast Guard District at the U.S. Coast Guard Station Portsmouth Harbor to discuss the potentially damaging consequences of a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown, Friday, February 20 at 11:15 a.m. in New Castle. Shaheen will tour the station with Admiral Fagan and receive a briefing on the critical operations of the station. DHS funding is set to expire at the end of the month, threaten… Continue Reading
February 18, 2015
THURSDAY IN CLAREMONT: SHAHEEN TO HOST ROUNDTABLE WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIALS ON HEROIN EPIDEMIC
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) will host a roundtable discussion with law enforcement officials on New Hampshire's growing heroin and prescription drug epidemic in Claremont at 2:00 p.m. Shaheen and law enforcement will discuss ways to combat the heroin and prescription opioid abuse epidemic in New Hampshire while also highlighting the local consequences of a shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security at the end of February if Congress doesn't pass legislation funding the agency through… Continue Reading
February 17, 2015
AT GRANITE STATE BUSINESSES, SHAHEEN EMPHASIZES IMPORTANCE OF DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING
(MANCHESTER, NH) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) toured local Granite State businesses in Manchester and Tilton today to highlight the impact a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding lapse could have on local companies and national security. With ten days remaining before DHS funding is currently set to expire, Shaheen met with company officials at AssureTec in Manchester and Sealite in Tilton to discuss how the New Hampshire businesses would be impacted if Congress does not authoriz… Continue Reading
February 17, 2015
WEDNESDAY IN MANCHESTER: SHAHEEN TO ADDRESS BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
Later in Nashua: Shaheen to host roundtable on Department of Homeland Security funding with law enforcement officials Wednesday evening in Portsmouth: Shaheen to offer remarks at Truman National Security Project Screening of 'The Burden' U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) will offer remarks to the Business and Industry Association (BIA) of New Hampshire in Manchester on Wednesday, February 18 at 12:00 p.m. Shaheen will update New Hampshire business leaders on her legislative priorities in the… Continue Reading
February 16, 2015
TUESDAY IN MANCHESTER AND TILTON: SHAHEEN TO HIGHLIGHT IMPACT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING LAPSE AT LOCAL BUSINESSES
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) will visit AssureTec in Manchester at 10:25 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17 to meet with company officials and discuss the impact a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding lapse would have on the company and national security. AssureTec develops and deploys high quality ID authentication solutions that help provide security at critical locations from borders to nuclear facilities. Currently, DHS funding is set to expire February 27. Later, Shaheen will visi… Continue Reading
February 12, 2015
ON SENATE FLOOR SHAHEEN HIGHLIGHTS BIPARTISAN PRIORTIES IN CLEAN HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING BILL
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) spoke on the Senate floor this morning to call for passage of a clean bill, free of extraneous riders, to fund Department of Homeland Security (DHS) operations through the remainder of fiscal year (FY) 2015. The clean DHS bill incorporates critical increases in funding and support for border security, cybersecurity, the Secret Service and other national security initiatives including complete disaster funding. Currently, DHS funding is set to… Continue Reading
February 12, 2015
SENATORS SHAHEEN, KIRK, TOOMEY INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN SUGAR REFORM BILL
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Mark Kirk (R-IL) and Pat Toomey (R-PA) today reintroduced the Sugar Reform Act, legislation that would save taxpayers and consumers money by rolling back unnecessary provisions that unfairly benefit a small group of sugar producers and processors. Current law protects domestic sugar producers by providing generous price support loans, restricting the amount sugar farmers can sell and the number of sugar imports, resulting in higher prices f… Continue Reading
February 12, 2015
SHAHEEN, TOOMEY, DURBIN, SESSIONS REINTRODUCE BILL TO REAUTHORIZE PROGRAM TO CURB PRESCRIPTION DRUG ADDICTION
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Pat Toomey (R-PA), Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Jeff Sessions (R-AL) today reintroduced bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the National All-Schedules Prescription Electronic Reporting (NASPER) program which provides grants to states to maintain, improve, and expand their prescription drug monitoring programs. Prescription narcotic drugs are the number one cause of overdoses in the United States with more than 22,700 reported deaths due to pres… Continue Reading
February 11, 2015
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON AUTHORIZATION OF MILITARY FORCE AGAINST ISIS
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement on the Obama Administration's request for an Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF) against ISIS: "Congress has a solemn responsibility to our troops to ensure that any decision to send them into conflict is thoughtfully and thoroughly debated. The Administration's decision to pursue a congressionally approved AUMF is long overdue, and debating and passing a narrowly-defined authorization of force… Continue Reading
February 11, 2015
SHAHEEN, KIRK, LANKFORD, KING INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN ‘DRIVE LESS’ ACT TO SAVE TAXPAYERS $500 MILLION
(WASHINGTON, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) has re-introduced bipartisan legislation cosponsored by Senators Mark Kirk (R-IL), James Lankford (R-OK) and Angus King (I-ME) to save taxpayer dollars by reducing the federal funding available for the acquisition and leasing of new federal vehicles. The Domestic Reduction In Vehicle Expenditure and Lowering Emissions from State Sources Act, or the DRIVE LESS Act, moves on the recommendations of the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibili… Continue Reading
February 11, 2015
SHAHEEN, AYOTTE, LEAHY, SANDERS CALL FOR FULL FEDERAL FUNDING FOR BEYOND YELLOW RIBBON PROGRAM
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Kelly Ayotte (R-NH), Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT) are calling on the Pentagon to continue its support of the Beyond Yellow Ribbon program, urging the department to utilize all allocated funding for the program. Last year, Congress appropriated $15 million for the Beyond Yellow Ribbon program which connects service men and women and their families with community support, including health care services, marriage and financia… Continue Reading
February 11, 2015
SENATORS SHAHEEN, COLLINS REINTRODUCE BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION TO PROHIBIT LGBT DISCRIMINATION DURING JURY SELECTION PROCESS
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Susan Collins (R-ME) today reintroduced legislation that would prevent discrimination against LGBT citizens during the federal jury selection process. The Jury ACCESS (Access for Capable Citizens and Equality in Service Selection) Act would amend federal statute to prohibit the practice of striking jurors in federal courts on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. The Shaheen-Collins effort is co-sponsored by Senators Sheldo… Continue Reading
February 10, 2015
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON THE DEATH OF KAYLA MUELLER
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement on the death of Kayla Mueller an American hostage held by ISIS: "I'm deeply saddened by Kayla Mueller's death and my thoughts are with all of Kayla's family and loved ones. Kayla was a humanitarian aid worker who dedicated her life to helping those in need. She embodied the caring and giving spirit that represents the best of our country. "ISIS has proven themselves time and time again to be nothing but cowa… Continue Reading
February 10, 2015
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON PASSING OF NEW HAMPSHIRE VETERAN DWIGHT CLARK
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement on the passing of New Hampshire Vietnam veteran Dwight Clark: "Throughout his life Dwight demonstrated an incredible commitment to his country, New Hampshire and his fellow service members, starting from his service in Vietnam, up through his time as American Legion Post 4 Commander. He was a strong voice for New Hampshire veterans, advocating for better access to healthcare for veterans across the state. I w… Continue Reading
February 10, 2015
SHAHEEN INTRODUCES LEGISLATIVE PACKAGE TO ENCOURAGE STEM EDUCATION, HELP STUDENTS MANAGE DEBT
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today reintroduced three pieces of legislation aimed at promoting education in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects and helping borrowers better manage their student loan debt. SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING and MATH: The Innovation Inspiration School Grant Program Act establishes a grant program within the Department of Education to support STEM education efforts, particularly those that are considered to be non-tra… Continue Reading
February 09, 2015
MEDIA ADVISORY: TOMORROW: Senators Shaheen and Booker, Houston Mayor Parker and Philadelphia Mayor Nutter to Host Press Conference Call to Discuss Department of Homeland Security Funding Deadline
Washington, DC - Tomorrow at 2 P.M. EST U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Cory Booker (D-NJ), U.S. Conference of Mayors Criminal and Social Justice Committee Chair, Houston Mayor Annise Parker, and U.S. Conference of Mayors Past President, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter will host a press conference call to discuss the importance of fully funding the Department of Homeland Security through the remainder of the 2015 fiscal year. Currently Republicans are pursuing legislation that would be… Continue Reading
February 06, 2015
SHAHEEN, AYOTTE INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO PROTECT NEW HAMPSHIRE VETERANS CHOICE CARD PROGRAM
(Washington, DC) - In a letter this week to President Barack Obama, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) expressed opposition to a provision in the administration's Fiscal Year (FY) 2016 budget that seeks to cut funding from the Veterans Choice Card program. The senators urged the president to faithfully implement the expanded health care options for New Hampshire veterans included in the 2014 bipartisan Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act. Shaheen and Ayott… Continue Reading
February 04, 2015
TOMORROW: SHAHEEN TO HOST PRESS CONFERENCE CALL WITH NEW HAMPSHIRE FIREFIGHTERS ON IMPORTANCE OF HOMELAND SECURITY FUNDING
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Dave Lang, President of Professional Firefighters of New Hampshire, and Chief Kenneth Erickson of the Laconia Fire Department will host a press conference call tomorrow, February 5 at 2:00 p.m. to discuss the importance of fully funding the Department of Homeland Security in the interest of New Hampshire's public safety. Shaheen has repeatedly called for Congress to pass a clean bill, free of extraneous policy riders, to fully fund the department through the r… Continue Reading
February 04, 2015
ICYMI: U.S. Conference of Mayors Calls for “Clean” DHS Funding Bill
In case you missed it, earlier today the U.S. Conference of Mayors called on Congress to stop putting the Department of Homeland Security at risk of a shutdown and instead pass a "clean" bill funding the agency through the end of the fiscal year "The mayors are right - we cannot afford the consequences of shutting down the Department of Homeland Security," said Senator Shaheen. "The Department of Homeland Security plays a critical role in keeping our communities safe on a day to day basis. We n… Continue Reading
