Press

February 12, 2013

SHAHEEN: CONGRESS MUST COMPROMISE TO AVOID AUTOMATIC CUTS

(Washington, DC) - Today U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) denounced Congress' current inability to arrive at "a long-term solution to address this country's deficits" at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on the impact of budget sequestration. Shaheen also renewed her call for bipartisan action to avoid the impact of automatic budget cuts. Deputy Secretary of Defense Ash Carter, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Martin Dempsey and each member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff te… Continue Reading


February 11, 2013

SHAHEEN, GILLIBRAND APPLAUD DOD DECISION TO EXTEND BENEFITS TO LGBT MILITARY FAMILIES

(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) today applauded the decision by Defense Secretary Leon Panetta to extend a slate of benefits to LGBT military families. Together, Shaheen and Gillibrand have been vocal advocates calling for the extension of benefits to LGBT servicemen and women and their families since the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell in 2011. Some of the extended benefits announced by Secretary Panetta this morning include access to fami… Continue Reading


February 11, 2013

NEW HAMPSHIRE DELEGATION: PEASE IDEAL FOR KC-46A

(Washington, D.C.) - In a letter to Air Force Chief of Staff General Mark Welsh, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Kelly Ayotte (R-NH) along with Congresswomen Carol Shea-Porter (NH-1) and Annie Kuster (NH-2) encouraged the Air Force to select Pease Air National Guard Base as a home for the new KC-46A aerial refueling tanker. Last month, the Air Force announced that Pease - home to the 157th Air Refueling Wing - was one of five finalists to receive the KC-46A, which will replace the Eis… Continue Reading


February 10, 2013

SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON PASSING OF CHARLIE MORGAN

Washington, DC - Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) issued the following statement this morning on the passing of Chief Warrant Officer Charlie Morgan of the New Hampshire National Guard: "Charlie Morgan epitomized courage - in her military service, her fight for LGBT equality, and her battle with cancer. She showed us how to live and to die with dignity. I am honored I got to know Charlie and my heart goes out to her wife Karen, her daughter Casey Elena and her entire family."… Continue Reading


February 07, 2013

SHAHEEN: WE MUST LEARN FROM BENGHAZI ATTACKS, WORK TOGETHER TO PREVENT FUTURE ATTACKS

(Washington, D.C.) - Today U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) continued her efforts as a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee to learn from the mistakes that were made in Libya in order to implement policies to prevent and protect diplomats overseas from future attacks. Since the attacks in Benghazi, Senator Shaheen has used her position as a member of the Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees to call for more accountability from federal officials and ensure that they are tak… Continue Reading


February 07, 2013

SHAHEEN INVITES DERRY VETERAN AS GUEST OF HONOR FOR STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS

(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) announced today that Derry native David Taylor will be the Senator's guest of honor at Tuesday's State of the Union address in Washington. Taylor, an Army veteran and former Derry Fire Explorer, was wounded by an improvised explosive device while serving on his third tour of duty in Afghanistan in 2011. He lost a leg below the knee as a result of his injuries. As her guest of honor, Taylor will join Shaheen in the House Chamber for the joint… Continue Reading


February 07, 2013

SHAHEEN CALLS FOR SENATE FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE HEARING ON ADMINISTRATION’S USE OF DRONES

(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement this morning calling for a public hearing of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations to examine the Obama Administration's use of drones overseas. Shaheen is a member of both the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the Senate Committee on Armed Services. "Drones play a critical role in our national security as they have been very effective in devastating core parts of al Qaeda. However, that doesn'… Continue Reading


February 07, 2013

SHAHEEN CONTINUES CALL FOR SWIFT PASSAGE OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT

SHAHEEN CONTINUES CALL FOR SWIFT PASSAGE OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) spoke on the Senate floor today to urge her colleagues to come together and reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) without further delay. Shaheen has been a strong advocate of VAWA and has visited crisis centers across New Hampshire to emphasize the essential services the program offers to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Shaheen was introd… Continue Reading


February 06, 2013

SHAHEEN: PERMANENT IG’S NECESSARY TO PROTECT TAXPAYER DOLLARS

(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) today urged President Barack Obama to fill six vacancies for permanent Inspectors General at key federal agencies to improve government oversight and accountability that could result in the savings of billions in taxpayer dollars. According to a 2012 report from the Government Accountability Office, Inspectors General identified $43.3 billion in potential savings to the government during FY2009. Presently there are 32 Inspectors General … Continue Reading


February 06, 2013

SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON CORRIDOR TRANSIT STUDY

(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement in support of the Capitol Corridor transit study which was approved by the New Hampshire Executive Council by a 4-1 vote this morning. The study will explore the viability of a commuter rail line along the Merrimack River corridor from the Massachusetts border to Concord. "I'm pleased that the Executive Council is moving forward with this important viability study that will help officials make critical deci… Continue Reading


February 05, 2013

THURSDAY: SHAHEEN STAFF TO HOLD EXTENDED OFFICE HOURS IN DOVER, MANCHESTER, NASHUA, KEENE, BERLIN AND CLAREMONT

THURSDAY: SHAHEEN STAFF TO HOLD EXTENDED OFFICE HOURS IN DOVER, MANCHESTER, NASHUA, KEENE, BERLIN AND CLAREMONT Members of U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen's staff will hold extended office hours on Thursday, February 7 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Shaheen's office locations in Dover, Manchester, Nashua, Keene, Berlin and Claremont. The staff members will be available to speak one-on-one with area residents who are seeking help with federal agencies on issues such as veterans' benefits, fede… Continue Reading


February 05, 2013

SENATE PASSES SHAHEEN SUPPORTED BILL STRENGTHENING EMBASSY SECURITY

(Washington, D.C.) - Legislation cosponsored by U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) that will bolster security at U.S. embassies and other diplomatic facilities worldwide cleared the Senate late Monday by unanimous consent. The bill, sponsored by Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), aims to prevent further tragedies such as the deadly assault last year at the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya that killed four Americans by transferring already existing resources to boost security at high threat diplomati… Continue Reading


February 04, 2013

SHAHEEN: TIME IS NOW TO REAUTHORIZE VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT

(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement this afternoon as the Senate began consideration of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA). "Reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act and providing critical services to victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence is a top priority of mine. Since 2011, there have been roughly 16 million reported incidents of domestic violence in the United States and all of us share an obligation to stop t… Continue Reading


February 04, 2013

SHAHEEN, COLLINS CALL ON SENATE LEADERSHIP TO ACT, AVOID AUTOMATIC DEFENSE CUTS

(Washington, DC) - In a letter to Senate leaders Harry Reid and Mitch McConnell, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Susan Collins (R-ME) have called for a balanced, bipartisan deficit reduction solution that protects jobs and national security interests. The letter and call for action comes in the wake of the United States Navy announcing extraordinary budget-cutting measures in preparation for further cuts under sequestration. The New England senators lambasted Congress' inaction in the p… Continue Reading


January 31, 2013

SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON REDUCTION OF COD CATCH ALLOTMENTS

(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement on the New England Fishery Management Council's decision to approve drastic cuts in cod catch limits in the Gulf of Maine: "The New England Fishery Management Council's decision to reduce catch limits on cod is certainly disappointing and will have a devastating impact on New Hampshire fishermen. The new limits will not only put the livelihood of our state's fishermen at risk, but will also threaten the his… Continue Reading


January 30, 2013

SHAHEEN CONGRATULATES LONDONDERRY THIRD GRADER FOR NATIONAL ART AWARD

U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) met with Annabella Wu and her father, Yongge Wu, at the United States Capitol on Tuesday. Annabella was in Washington to participate in the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Reflections Art Exhibit Opening and Ribbon Cutting ceremony at the U.S. Department of Education, where a video of her award-winning dance choreography was featured. The National PTA's Reflections Program encourages art in education and honors students who submit theme-based photog… Continue Reading


January 30, 2013

SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON DISAPPOINTING GDP REPORT

"Today's disappointing growth report underscores the need for our primary focus to remain on fostering economic growth and job creation. It also highlights the importance of avoiding the automatic cuts in the sequester, which will recklessly slash investments in education, research, and other critical areas of job growth, and to instead come to a long-term, comprehensive agreement to address our debt and deficits in a fair and responsible manner."… Continue Reading


January 29, 2013

SHAHEEN STATEMENT ON CONFIRMATION OF SECRETARY OF STATE JOHN KERRY

(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement on the confirmation of Senator John Kerry as the next U.S. Secretary of State. The Senate voted to confirm Kerry's nomination in an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 94-3. "I have known Secretary Kerry for many years and have had the opportunity to see firsthand the exceptional leadership he has provided for the United States. During our time in the Senate … Continue Reading


January 29, 2013

SHAHEEN, BIPARTISAN COALITION OF SENATORS INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO INCREASE VISAS FOR HIGHLY SKILLED WORKERS

(Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) joined a bipartisan group of Senators today in introducing the Immigration Innovation Act of 2013. The bill, also referred to as the I-Squared Act of 2013, offers a specific plan to address the shortage of visas and green cards for highly skilled immigrants working in science and technology fields and is already supported by businesses and business advocacy groups nationwide. "New Hampshire is one of the country's greatest incubators for… Continue Reading


January 29, 2013

SHAHEEN: WE MUST PROVIDE CRITICAL RELIEF TO N.H. FISHERMEN AND COASTAL ECONOMIES

SHAHEEN: WE MUST PROVIDE CRITICAL RELIEF TO N.H. FISHERMEN AND COASTAL ECONOMIES (Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) spoke on the Senate floor Monday to reiterate her call for Congress to grant disaster relief funding for fishermen in New Hampshire. Shaheen successfully urged the U.S. Department of Commerce to declare a disaster for New England fishermen and fishing communities struggling with revenue losses and the impact of fishery management decisions. The disaste… Continue Reading

Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 84 Page 85 Page 86 Page 87 Page 88 Page 89 Page 90 Page 91 Page 92 Page 93 Page 94 Page 95 Page 96 Page 97 Page 98 Page 99 Page 100 Page 101 Page 102 Page 103 Page 104 Page 105 Page 106 Page 107 Page 108 Page 109 Page 110 Page 111 Page 112 Page 113 Page 114 Page 115 Page 116 Page 117 Page 118 Page 119 Page 120 Page 121 Page 122 Page 123 Page 124 Page 125 Page 126 Page 127 Page 128 Page 129 Page 130 Page 131 Page 132 Page 133 Page 134 Page 135 Page 136 Page 137 Page 138 Page 139 Page 140 Page 141 Page 142 Page 143 Page 144 Page 145 Page 146 Page 147 Page 148 Page 149 Page 150 Page 151 Page 152 Page 153 Page 154 Page 155 Page 156 Page 157 Page 158 Page 159 Page 160 Page 161 Page 162 Page 163 Page 164 Page 165 Page 166 Page 167 Page 168 Page 169 Page 170 Page 171 Page 172 Page 173 Page 174 Page 175 Page 176 Page 177 Page 178 Page 179 Page 180 Page 181 Page 182 Page 183 Page 184 Page 185 Page 186 Page 187 Page 188 Page 189 Page 190 Page 191 Page 192 Page 193 Page 194 Page 195 Page 196 Page 197 Page 198 Page 199 Page 200 Page 201 Page 202 Page 203 Page 204 Page 205 Page 206 Page 207 Page 208 Page 209 Page 210 Page 211 Page 212 Page 213 Page 214 Page 215 Page 216 Page 217 Page 218 Page 219 Page 220 Page 221 Page 222 Page 223 Page 224 Page 225 Page 226 Page 227 Page 228 Page 229 Page 230 Page 231 Page 232 Page 233 Page 234 Page 235 Page 236 Page 237 Page 238 Page 239 Page 240 Page 241 Page 242 Page 243 Page 244 Page 245 Page 246 Page 247 Page 248 Page 249 Page 250 Page 251 Page 252 Page 253 Page 254 Page 255 Page 256 Page 257 Page 258 Page 259 Page 260 Page 261 Page 262 Page 263 Page 264 Page 265 Page 266 Page 267 Page 268 Page 269 Page 270 Page 271 Page 272 Page 273 Page 274 Page 275 Page 276 Page 277 Page 278 Page 279 Page 280 Page 281 Page 282 Page 283 Page 284 Page 285 Page 286 Page 287 Page 288 Page 289 Page 290
Showing page   of 290