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SHAHEEN POSTHUMOUSLY HONORS MANCHSTER WORLD WAR II VETERAN WITH MEDALS FOR SERVICE
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen posthumously honored George Giotas, a World War II veteran and Manchester native, at a military medals ceremony yesterday. Shaheen presented the Giotas family with six awards to honor Mr. Giotas for his service to the United States. The awards included the Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal, Honorable Service Lapel Button and Marksmanship Badge with Carbine Bar. Mr. Giotas worked as an automo… Continue Reading
January 09, 2013
SHAHEEN HIGHLIGHTS COST SAVINGS OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY DURING TOUR OF HIGH LINER FOODS
(Portsmouth, N.H.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) toured High Liner Foods in Portsmouth this afternoon where she discussed her bipartisan energy efficiency bill and learned how the company has reduced its energy consumption by using energy efficient technologies. Several provisions of Shaheen's legislation, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act (S. 1000), were recently passed through Congress with broad bipartisan support and signed into law by President Obama. During her … Continue Reading
January 09, 2013
SHAHEEN, AYOTTE ANNOUNCE PEASE IS CANDIDATE FOR KC-46A TANKER
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) today announced that New Hampshire's Pease Air National Guard base is one of only five Air National Guard installations selected for the Air Force's candidate base list for the new KC-46A air refueling tanker. This important announcement represents a significant step in the process of determining where the new tankers will be based. Shaheen and Ayotte, both members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, have worked… Continue Reading
January 09, 2013
SHAHEEN VISITS NUTE HIGH SCHOOL TO HELP BOY SCOUT OBTAIN COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) visited Nute High School in Milton to meet with Boy Scout Joey Boulanger to thank him for his community service and help him obtain his "Citizenship in the Nation" badge. Joey suffers from Fragile X Syndrome, which makes writing difficult. Because Joey's award requires writing an elected official, Senator Shaheen instead met with Joey at his school to help him fulfill his requirements.… Continue Reading
January 07, 2013
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF JOHN KING
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today released the following statement on the passing of Manchester native and former State Senator John King. "John King was a longtime friend to me personally and to so many in the Granite State. John and I shared an office while serving together in the New Hampshire State Senate and I will always remember his unfailing kindness and generosity. We will miss his warmth and grace. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire King family."… Continue Reading
January 07, 2013
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON NOMINATION OF CHUCK HAGEL TO DEFENSE SECRETARY
(Washington, D.C.) -U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after President Barack Obama announced he was nominating former Nebraska Senator Chuck Hagel to be Secretary of Defense: "Throughout his career Senator Chuck Hagel has proven to be a strong and independent leader. He valiantly defended our nation in Vietnam where he earned two Purple Hearts and in the senate served as a voice of pragmatism and principle. I loo… Continue Reading
January 07, 2013
SHAHEEN NOMINATES NEW HAMPSHIRE STUDENTS FOR UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMIES
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) has nominated 35 New Hampshire students to the United States Service Academies. The nomination from Senator Shaheen recommends students for acceptance into the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and West Point. "Each of these young men and women have demonstrated an inspiring commitment to service and have already made valuable contributions to their communities," said Senator Shaheen. "I applaud th… Continue Reading
January 03, 2013
SHAHEEN AMENDMENT SIGNED INTO LAW
(Washington, D.C.) - An amendment introduced by U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) to provide health care equity to women serving in the military was signed into law last night with President Barack Obama's signature approving the 2013 National Defense Authorization Act. The Shaheen Amendment, which would provide servicewomen coverage for abortions if they are victims of rape or incest, was passed through both chambers of Congress last month with broad bipartisan support. "After three decades … Continue Reading
December 21, 2012
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON KERRY NOMINATION TO SECRETARY OF STATE
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement today in response to the nomination by President Obama of Senator John Kerry (D-MA) to serve as the next United Sates Secretary of State. "Senator Kerry carries tremendous international qualifications and has proven himself time and again as a strong leader for our country," Shaheen said. "Having had the opportunity to work closely with him as a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, I have the u… Continue Reading
December 21, 2012
SHAHEEN AMENDMENT PASSED BY CONGRESS
(Washington, D.C.) - Both Houses of Congress have approved a provision introduced by Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) that will repeal a policy in place since 1981 that denied women in the military coverage for abortion in cases of rape or incest. The Shaheen Amendment was included in the National Defense Authorization Act approved by the House of Representatives yesterday by a vote of 315-107 and by the Senate today in a vote of 81-14. The bill will now go to President Obama for his signature. "… Continue Reading
December 20, 2012
SHAHEEN: WE NEED TO LEARN FROM THE MISTAKES OF BENGHAZI
(Washington, D.C.) - At a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) pushed State Department officials for additional answers on the deadly attacks that took the lives of four Americans in Benghazi, Libya. In the wake of a new report by the Accountability Review Board, Shaheen questioned William Burns, Deputy Secretary of State, and Thomas Nides, Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, on how the United States could learn from the mistake… Continue Reading
December 18, 2012
SHAHEEN AMENDMENT INCLUDED IN FINAL DEFENSE BILL
(Washington, D.C.) - Congressional conferees have approved a repeal of a policy in place since 1981 that denied women in the military coverage for abortion in cases of rape or incest. An effort led by Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) will put Department of Defense rules in line with other federal policies and ensure that women in uniform receive the same reproductive rights as the civilians they protect. "With the inclusion of my amendment in the final defense bill, we've made an important step … Continue Reading
December 18, 2012
LONDONDERRY MARCHING BAND SELECTED TO REPRESENT NEW HAMPSHIRE AT PRESIDENTIAL PARADE
(Washington, D.C.) - After representing New Hampshire in the 2009 Presidential Inaugural Parade, the Londonderry High School Marching Lancer Band is returning to Washington for an encore performance. The Marching Lancers were selected today to represent the Granite State in the 2013 Presidential Inaugural Parade on January 21, 2013 in Washington. Senator Shaheen sent a letter this October to the Presidential Inaugural Committee in support of the Marching Lancers' application. "The Londond… Continue Reading
December 17, 2012
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON PASSING OF SENATOR INOUYE
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement today on the passing of Senator Daniel Inouye. "Senator Daniel Inouye was a remarkable man who lived his life with an incredible commitment to our country. As a soldier and as a Senator, he demonstrated an unbreakable resolve and a fierce devotion to the United States. With his passing, our country has lost a hero."… Continue Reading
December 17, 2012
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON NEWTOWN TRAGEDY
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement today regarding the deadly shooting last Friday in Newtown, Connecticut. "After a heartbroken weekend where the nation grieved with the families of Newtown, it's time for elected leaders to come together and determine what we can do to help end the culture of violence that is leading to these tragedies. We need a comprehensive approach that includes improving access to mental health services, better enfor… Continue Reading
December 17, 2012
SHAHEEN TOURS POLARTEC IN HUDSON TO STRESS ECONOMIC IMPERATIVE OF RESOLVING BUDGET NEGOTIATIONS
(Hudson, N.H.) - With the January 1 deadline for automatic spending cuts and tax increases approaching, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) spoke at Polartec, LLC in Hudson to discuss the need to resolve budget negotiations and protect the American economy and middle class. Shaheen called on Congress to avoid automatic spending cuts and tax increases and instead achieve a balanced deficit reduction plan that addresses discretionary spending, mandatory spending and revenues. "Across-the-board cut… Continue Reading
December 12, 2012
SENATOR SHAHEEN NAMED TO SENATE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) was selected today by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to serve on the Senate Appropriations Committee, restoring New Hampshire's voice to the powerful committee that determines where the federal government spends taxpayers' money. Former Senator Judd Gregg (R-NH) served on the Appropriations Committee from 1995 through 2010. "I'm honored to be chosen to serve on the Senate Appropriations Committee. It's important to have a New Hampshire… Continue Reading
December 12, 2012
SHAHEEN ANNOUNCES $642,028 GRANT FOR LACONIA FIRE DEPARTMENT TO RECRUIT AND TRAIN FIREFIGHTERS
(Washington, D.C.) - The Laconia Fire Department has received a grant worth $642,028 through the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program to recruit and train firefighters, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) announced today. Shaheen sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in August in support of Laconia's application for funding. "Over the past eight years, the Laconia Fire Department has responded to an increasing number of emergencies while their st… Continue Reading
December 10, 2012
GENERAL COLIN POWELL JOINS RETIRED MILITARY LEADERS IN SUPPORT OF SHAHEEN AMENDMENT
(Washington, D.C.) - General Colin Powell, USA (Ret.), the former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the 65th United States Secretary of State, joined a letter today with dozens of military leaders urging Congressional support for an amendment introduced by U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) that would allow the Department of Defense to cover the cost of abortions for servicewomen who are survivors of rape and incest. The letter was sent to the Chairman and Ranking Member in the Senate an… Continue Reading
December 10, 2012
SHAHEEN: TIME IS NOW TO COME TOGETHER FOR LONG-TERM, BIPARTISAN DEAL TO ADDRESS DEBT AND DEFICIT
(Somersworth, N.H.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today spoke about the need for a comprehensive plan to address the United States debt and deficits during a tour of Velcro USA in Somersworth. Shaheen called on Congress to avoid the automatic spending cuts and tax increases scheduled to take effect January 1st and come to the table to achieve a balanced deficit reduction plan that addresses discretionary spending, mandatory spending and revenues. As she toured the company's manufacturing… Continue Reading
