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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
February 14, 2013
BIPARTISIAN GROUP PRESS FOR SUGAR PROGRAM REFORM
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Pat Toomey (R-PA) and Mark Kirk (R-IL) renewed their effort to make commonsense, price-saving reforms to the U.S. sugar program this afternoon when they introduced the Shaheen-Kirk Sugar Reform Act at a joint press conference with Congressmen Joe Pitts (R-PA), Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Danny Davis (D-IL). "American families are footing the bill for an outdated program that offers a sweet deal to a small group of sugar growers and… 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 a… Continue Reading
February 13, 2013
SHAHEEN WELCOMES AXENICS LEADERSHIP TO CAPITOL HILL TO HIGHLIGHT WORK ON JOB CREATION, INNOVATION
Senator Shaheen and Haywood Schmidt, President of Axenics, Inc. (February 13. Washington, DC) (Washington, DC) -U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) welcomed leadership from Nashua-based equipment manufacturer Axenics to Capitol Hill this morning at a meeting of the Democratic Steering and Outreach Committee. President Haywood Schmidt and VP for Manufacturing Chris Coutis represented the Nashua-based company as the featured New Hampshire business at this morning's meeting to showcase their w… Continue Reading
February 13, 2013
SHAHEEN: EUROPEAN TRADE OFFERS ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ON BOTH SIDES OF ATLANTIC
(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) continued her ongoing efforts to promote trade between the United States and Europe as she applauded last night's announcement that the Obama Administration is poised to launch trade talks with the European Union on a $5 trillion transatlantic trade agreement. President Obama announced the intent to launch negotiations on the Transatlantic Trade and Investment partnership last night during his State of the Union address. As the former C… Continue Reading
February 13, 2013
NAVY PRESENTS SHAHEEN WITH HIGHEST CIVILIAN HONOR
(Washington, D.C.) -U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) has received the Navy's Distinguished Public Service Award, the Navy's highest award for non-navy civilians. Shaheen, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, was recognized for her commitment to the Navy and Marine Corps. "This award recognizes Senator Shaheen's outstanding support of the Department of the Navy," said Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, who presented Shaheen the award. "Senator Shaheen's willingness to chair last ye… Continue Reading
February 13, 2013
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT OBAMA’S STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement reacting to President Obama's State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress. At this evening's address, Shaheen hosted Derry native and Army veteran David Taylor as her guest of honor. Taylor was wounded by an improvised explosive device while serving on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan in 2011 and the two first met at Walter Reed Army Medical Center following Taylor's return from Afghanistan… Continue Reading
February 12, 2013
SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON SENATE PASSAGE OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN REAUTHORIZATION ACT
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement this afternoon applauding the passage of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA) in the Senate and renewing her call for swift passage of the legislation in the House of Representatives. VAWA was passed by a vote of 78-22. "Reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act and providing critical services to victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence has been a top priority of mine and I'm pleased … Continue Reading
February 12, 2013
SHAHEEN ANNOUNCES SUBCOMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS FOR SENATE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) announced this afternoon her subcommittee assignments for the Senate Committee on Appropriations for the 113th Congress. Shaheen will serve on the following subcommittees that will allow her oversight of the spending of taxpayer dollars: Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies; Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies; Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies; and Department of State, Fore… Continue Reading
