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SHAHEEN: INDISCRIMINATE CUTS IRRESPONSIBLE, CONGRESS MUST ACT
(Manchester, N.H.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) met with small business and community leaders, teachers and students across New Hampshire today to renew her call for bipartisan, comprehensive action on the country's deficit and debt. Shaheen, who has repeatedly called for Congress to come together and develop a balanced and fair plan to reduce our debt and deficits, visited Manchester, Keene and Milford the day after Congress failed to reach a bipartisan agreement to avert automatic, a… Continue Reading
March 01, 2013
SHAHEEN JOINS 211 MEMBERS OF CONGRESS TO FILE HISTORIC AMICUS BRIEF ON DOMA CASE BEFORE SUPREME COURT
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen joined 211 members of Congress today in filing an amicus brief in the United States Supreme Court in U.S. v. Edith Schlain Windsor, a landmark challenge to Section 3 of the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act also known as DOMA. The brief outlines a legal rationale for repealing DOMA on grounds that it is unconstitutional. "LGBT Americans and families deserve equal treatment under the law but as long as DOMA remains in place, same-sex couples will be w… Continue Reading
February 28, 2013
Senators Coburn and Shaheen Reintroduce Bill to Reduce Federal Vehicle Budget
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - U.S. Sens. Tom Coburn, M.D. (R-OK) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today introduced a bill that would reduce the federal funding available for the acquisition and leasing of new federal vehicles by 20 percent. The legislation would save approximately $500 million by reducing the amount the federal government can spend on buying and leasing non-essential vehicles according to President Obama's debt commission, the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform, which also… Continue Reading
February 28, 2013
SHAHEEN: SEQUESTER THE WRONG WAY TO DEAL WITH OUR DEFICIT
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) expressed her disappointment today at the Senate's failure to reach a bipartisan agreement to avert the automatic, across-the-board federal budget cuts that will begin tomorrow. Two proposals were considered in the Senate today but both did not gain the 60 votes needed for passage. The first, which failed by a vote of 38 to 62, would have kept the same level of spending cuts but would have given authority to the President to rearrange … Continue Reading
February 28, 2013
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON CONGRESSIONAL REAUTHORIZATION OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN’S ACT
(Washington, D.C.) -U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement commending the Congressional reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The House approved the bipartisan Senate bill 286-138 and it will now head to the President's desk for his signature. "The Violence Against Women Act is a critical, bipartisan piece of legislation that will bring comprehensive and critical services to the millions of domestic violence victims across the country. While I re… Continue Reading
February 27, 2013
SHAHEEN MEETS WITH NATIONAL WOMEN’S LEADERS, RENEWS COMMITMENT TO PROTECTING ACCESS TO REPRODUCTIVE HEALTHCARE
(Washington, DC) -U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) convened with national women's health care advocates today at a Democratic Steering and Outreach Committee meeting to promote efforts to protect and enhance women's access to health services, including preventative and reproductive care. At the meeting, Shaheen also renewed her call for the House to pass the Senate version of the Violence Against Women Act, a bill that cleared the Senate with strong bipartisan support earlier this month. … Continue Reading
February 26, 2013
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON HAGEL CONFIRMATION VOTE
(Washington, D.C.) -U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Secretary of Defense nominee Chuck Hagel: "Chuck Hagel is a man who valiantly defended our country in Vietnam and will bring proven leadership skills and a strong record of service to the Pentagon. I am pleased that the Senate confirmed his nomination this afternoon and am confident that he will be the type of strategic leader… Continue Reading
February 26, 2013
SHAHEEN CALLS FOR BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL ACTION ON ENERGY EFFICIENCY AT HOUSE ENERGY AND COMMERCE SUBCOMMITTEE
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) testified before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy Power today to provide expert insight into energy efficiency policy and renew her call for bipartisan, bicameral action on the issue which will help create jobs and save businesses and consumers money. Shaheen, who coauthored the bipartisan Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act (S.1000) with Sen. Rob Portman (R-OH), is a recognized leader in energy efficien… Continue Reading
February 21, 2013
SHAHEEN APPLAUDS ANNOUNCEMENT OF $1 MILLION LOAN TO CITY OF BERLIN
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) applauded the announcement that the city of Berlin has received a $1 million loan from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development project to repair the Godfrey Dam raw water transmission line. The Godfrey Dam serves as the primary storage reservoir for the city's water supply. "Godfrey Dam is an important priority and this loan will provide for necessary repairs to help keep Berlin's water supply clean and safe,… Continue Reading
February 21, 2013
SHAHEEN RECEIVES PERFECT SCORE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL, PUBLIC HEALTH RECORD
(Washington, D.C.) - The League of Conversation Voters recognized U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today for her record of protecting public health and the environment. Shaheen received a 100 percent rating on the National Environmental Scorecard for her votes in the 112th Congress and has been a leading voice on energy issues, particularly with a focus on energy efficiency and clean energy technologies, throughout her career. "Senator Shaheen was on the right side on every important envir… Continue Reading
February 20, 2013
SHAHEEN, AYOTTE TO LEAD KEY ARMED SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) have been appointed to serve as Chairman and Ranking Member, respectively, of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support. As the senior Democrat and Republican on the subcommittee, Senators Shaheen and Ayotte will be in a strong position to advocate for military facilities and programs that are important to New Hampshire and the nation -- including the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and Pea… Continue Reading
February 19, 2013
SHAHEEN: CONGRESS MUST ACT TO AVOID SEQUESTER
(Salem, N.H.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) repeated her strong opposition to the slated automatic cuts to the federal budget today while meeting with Salem-based small business Micro-Precision Technologies. Shaheen visited Micro-Precision Technologies to tour their manufacturing facility and discuss the dire need for Congressional action to avoid the automatic budget cuts scheduled to go into effect March 1. "Domestic manufacturing companies like Micro-Precision Technologies are cri… Continue Reading
February 19, 2013
SHAHEEN VISITS PEASE AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, RENEWS SUPPORT FOR BASE AS IDEAL LOCATION FOR KC-46A TANKER
(Newington, N.H.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen visited Pease Air National Guard base today to receive an update from New Hampshire Air National Guard officials and continue her support of Pease as the ideal location for the new KC-46A refueling tanker. The Air Force announced last month that Pease - home to the 157th Air Refueling Wing - was one of five finalists to receive the next generation tanker. Air Force officials visited Pease last week to assess the base's qualifications. "The men … Continue Reading
February 15, 2013
SHAHEEN VISITS WOMEN’S SHELTER, MEETS WITH ADVOCATES AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
(Concord, N.H.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) met with New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence leaders and allies and visited the New Beginnings shelter to discuss the critical services offered by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Shaheen, a long-time and vocal supporter of VAWA, has called on the House of Representatives to swiftly reauthorize VAWA and send to the President for his signature. "Domestic violence plagues far too many women and children. It's a… Continue Reading
February 15, 2013
SHAHEEN RENEWS CALL FOR SWIFT CONGRESSIONAL ACTION ON VAWA AT NEW HAMPSHIRE SHELTERS
(Concord, N.H.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) met with New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence leaders and allies and toured the New Beginnings shelter this afternoon to discuss the critical services offered by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and the need for swift reauthorization of the legislation. At both stops, Shaheen, a long-time and vocal supporter of VAWA, specifically renewed her call for the House of Representatives to reauthorize VAWA and send to the… Continue Reading
February 15, 2013
SHAHEEN, GILLIBRAND INTRODUCE CHARLIE MORGAN ACT GRANTING EQUAL BENEFITS FOR LGBT MILITARY FAMILIES
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) last night introduced legislation to make additional benefits available to all military spouses and families, regardless of sexual orientation. The Charlie Morgan Military Spouses Equal Treatment Act of 2013 is named after New Hampshire National Guard Chief Warrant Officer Charlie Morgan who passed away earlier this week after a battle with breast cancer. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) is an original co-sponsor of the legislation. Morg… Continue Reading
February 14, 2013
SHAHEEN: JOB CORPS CENTER WILL CREATE LOCAL JOBS, PROVIDE CRITICAL TRAINING TO YOUNG NEW HAMPSHIRE WORKERS
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today applauded the news that the construction of the Manchester Job Corps Center has taken a step forward with the selection of an apparent winning bid for the construction of the center. Shaheen voiced her hope that construction will begin shortly and create new jobs for New Hampshire workers. "The Manchester Job Corps Center is all about giving young American workers the knowledge, skills and abilities they need to compete for quality w… Continue Reading
February 14, 2013
SHAHEEN SPEAKS ON SENATE FLOOR IN HONOR OF CHARLIE MORGAN
SHAHEEN SPEAKS ON SENATE FLOOR IN HONOR OF CHARLIE MORGAN (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) spoke on the Senate floor today to honor the life of New Hampshire Chief Warrant Officer Charlie Morgan, who passed away earlier this week after a battle with breast cancer. Morgan, a leading advocate for LGBT rights in the military, leaves behind her wife, Karen, and five-year old daughter, Casey Elena. Her family will not be eligible for survivor benefits because of the Defense … Continue Reading
February 14, 2013
SHAHEEN AND COLLINS SPEAK ON SENATE FLOOR IN CALL FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION ON SEQUESTER
SHAHEEN AND COLLINS SPEAK ON SENATE FLOOR IN CALL FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION ON SEQUESTER (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Susan Collins (R-ME) spoke on the Senate floor yesterday evening to once again call for immediate action to avoid the automatic, across-the-board federal budget cuts scheduled to take place March 1. Shaheen and Collins spoke about the devastating impact these cuts would have on the United States economy, national security and defense programs. "We… Continue Reading
February 14, 2013
SHAHEEN SPEAKS ON SENATE FLOOR IN HONOR OF CHARLIE MORGAN
SHAHEEN SPEAKS ON SENATE FLOOR IN HONOR OF CHARLIE MORGAN (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) spoke on the Senate floor today to honor the life of New Hampshire Chief Warrant Officer Charlie Morgan, who passed away earlier this week after a battle with breast cancer. Morgan, a leading advocate for LGBT rights in the military, leaves behind her wife, Karen, and five-year old daughter, Casey Elena. Her family will not be eligible for survivor benefits because of the Defense … Continue Reading
