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Shaheen Visits Wilcox Industries in Newington to Discuss Contributions to Defense Industry
Shaheen stopped by Newington-based Wilcox Industries, a local defense company. (Manchester, NH) - Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship and the Senate Committee on Armed Services, toured Wilcox Industries in Newington. Shaheen was joined by New England Regional Administrator for the Small Business Administration (SBA), Mike Vlacich, where they met with employees to discuss Wilcox's operations and projects suppor… Continue Reading
December 01, 2022
Shaheen Stands with Rail Workers, Votes to Advance Agreement to Avoid Rail Shutdown
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) today voted in favor of legislation that would avert a national rail shutdown by adopting an agreement reached between railroad unions and operators. She also voted in favor of legislation that provides seven days of paid sick leave, which failed to pass the 60-vote threshold. "While I'm relieved our nation avoided a rail shutdown that would deal a hard blow to our economy and upend the lives of those who rely on our railway system, the fai… Continue Reading
November 30, 2022
Shaheen Applauds $80M Available for Public Schools to Implement Energy Upgrades
**Funding comes from bipartisan infrastructure law, which Shaheen helped negotiate** (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) welcomed the Biden administration's announcement that the Department of Energy (DOE) will make available $80 million for public schools across the nation to perform energy improvements, particularly in underserved and rural schools. The first-of-its-kind program was made possible by the bipartisan infrastructure law, of which Shaheen was a key negotiator. S… Continue Reading
November 29, 2022
Shaheen Statement on Senate Passage of the Respect for Marriage Act
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate passed the Respect for Marriage Act, key legislation that gives millions of same-sex and interracial couples the certainty they deserve to enjoy the freedoms and rights that all other marriages experience."Today's vote is a monumental step forward in protecting the liberty of millions of Americans in same-sex marriages and interracial couples," said Shaheen. "Legislation to protect the righ… Continue Reading
November 29, 2022
ICYMI: Shaheen Addresses Need for U.S. Policy toward Black Sea Region with WSJ
**Shaheen leads bipartisan legislation with Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) that would establish a U.S. policy toward the Black Sea region, which is a critical geopolitical area amid Putin's war in Ukraine** (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation, spoke with Daniel Michaels at the Wall Street Journal on the importance of Black Sea states amid Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine. Specifically… Continue Reading
November 29, 2022
NH Delegation Welcomes Over $13M to Bolster Public Health Infrastructure to Safeguard Against Future Outbreaks & Diseases
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and U.S. Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01) announced today that $12,914,171 is heading to New Hampshire to support public health infrastructure. Specifically, the funding will provide flexibility for the State to support recruiting and training a robust public health workforce, as well as helping protect people from preventable diseases, stopping outbreaks, and monitoring public health dat… Continue Reading
November 25, 2022
Shaheen Statement Ahead of Small Business Saturday
(Manchester, NH) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, issued the following statement ahead of Small Business Saturday, which takes place this weekend - Saturday, November 26th. Occurring during one of the busiest shopping periods of the year, Small Business Saturday aims to encourage Americans to buy from and support local small businesses. Shaheen was in Laconia this week visiting local small businesses - includin… Continue Reading
November 23, 2022
Shaheen Statement on Passing of Ray Wieczorek
(Manchester, NH) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) issued the following statement on the passing of former Manchester Mayor and New Hampshire Executive Council member, Ray Wieczorek: "A five-term Mayor of Manchester and later a member of the Executive Council, Ray was a devoted public servant. I had the opportunity to work with him when I was Governor of New Hampshire and he was on the Executive Council. He made a career fighting for Granite Staters. My thoughts are with his family and all t… Continue Reading
November 22, 2022
Shaheen Visits Laconia to Highlight Small Business Saturday with Downtown Walk
**Earlier: Shaheen delivers remarks at Families in Transition's annual Thanksgiving breakfast & participates in the 37th Annual Toys for Tots Campaign Kickoff** Shaheen stopped by Laconia small businesses ahead of Small Business Saturday. Shaheen delivered remarks at Families in Transition's annual Thanksgiving breakfast. Shaheen at the 37th Annual Toys for Tots Campaign Kickoff. (Laconia, NH) - Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) stopped by Laconia small businesses… Continue Reading
November 22, 2022
ICYMI: Shaheen, Risch Lead Largest U.S. Congressional Delegation to Halifax International Security Forum, Reaffirm U.S. Bipartisan Commitment to Confront National Security Challenges
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) - a senior member of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees - and U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID) - ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee - led the largest bipartisan congressional delegation to date to the Halifax International Security Forum over the weekend. Shaheen and Risch were joined by U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Chris Coons (D-DE), Mike Rounds (R-SD) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV). The Senato… Continue Reading
November 21, 2022
Shaheen, Johnson, Tillis and Van Hollen Issue Joint Statement Urging Serbia and Kosovo to Continue on Diplomatic Track & Prevent Political Escalation
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) - chair and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation - issued a joint statement with U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) after leaders of Serbia and Kosovo did not reach a solution to resolve disagreements over the use of automobile license plates by the ethnic Serbian minority. Shaheen and Tillis visited Kosovo and Ser… Continue Reading
November 21, 2022
Shaheen, Collins Applaud Passage of Senate Resolution Recognizing American Diabetes Month
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Susan Collins (R-ME), co-chairs of the Senate Diabetes Caucus, applauded the Senate passage of their bipartisan resolution recognizing November as American Diabetes Month. The resolution supports the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month, including public awareness of prevention and treatment options, and enhancing education of the risks of developing diabetes. It also recognizes the importance of decreasing the incidences of type… Continue Reading
November 19, 2022
Shaheen and Risch Lead Bipartisan Congressional Delegation Press Conference at Halifax International Security Forum
U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Jim Risch with members of the congressional delegation during a press conference at the Halifax International Security Forum on Saturday. (Halifax, Canada) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) -?a senior member of the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees?- and U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID) -?ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee?- today led the bipartisan Senate delegation to the Halifax International Security Forum in a pres… Continue Reading
November 18, 2022
ICYMI: Shaheen Joins Bipartisan Call for Secretary Austin to Terminate DoD Agreements That Infringe on Military Families' Housing Rights
(Washington, DC) - Earlier this week, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) joined a bipartisan group of Senators in sending a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, calling on him to use all tools and authorities at his disposal to protect military families from private housing contractors that are not providing protections guaranteed by the military tenant's bill of rights. Despite requirements in the fiscal year (FY) 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), five private military hou… Continue Reading
November 18, 2022
Shaheen, Warren Call on CFPB, Federal Reserve and IRS to Investigate Issues Experienced by TurboTax Clients in NH & MA
**Constituents using TurboTax are facing undue delays and fees. Senators Shaheen and Warren urge an investigation into TurboTax's relationship with Green Dot Bank.** (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) sent a letter to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Charles Rettig to express concerns regarding the relationship between Intuit TurboTax and G… Continue Reading
November 16, 2022
Shaheen Statement on Advancement of Crucial Marriage Equality Legislation
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate advanced the Respect for Marriage Act, key legislation that gives millions of same-sex and interracial couples the certainty they deserve to enjoy the freedoms and rights that all other marriages experience. "Today, the U.S. Senate paved the way to ensure millions of same-sex and interracial couples continue to enjoy the same rights as all other spouses in the United States. Long overdue… Continue Reading
November 16, 2022
Amid Concerns over New England Energy Supplies this Winter, Shaheen Leads Delegation Call to Energy Secretary to Expedite Distribution of Federal Resources for NH Residents
**Lawmakers also asked Secretary Granholm to convene stakeholders in the New England region to plan for potential supply shortages or risks to grid reliability in the event of severe weather this winter.** (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, sent a letter with U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and U.S. Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01) to the Department of Energy, urging Secretary Granholm t… Continue Reading
November 16, 2022
Ahead of 2022 Halifax International Security Forum, Shaheen & Risch Announce Additional Participants and Plenaries
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, and U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-ID), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, announced additional members of the bipartisan congressional delegation that they will lead to the Halifax International Security Forum this weekend, as well as details surrounding panels and plenaries that will address the most pressing issues facing U.S. national securit… Continue Reading
November 15, 2022
Shaheen & Tillis, Co-Chairs of Senate NATO Observer Group, Reaffirm Bipartisan Support for Poland and Transatlantic Alliance
Joint Statement from Shaheen and Tillis, who co-chair the Senate NATO Observer Group which they restarted in 2018, comes amid reports of missiles crossing into Poland and killing two civilians. (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Thom Tillis (R-NC), co-chairs of the Senate NATO Observer Group, issued the following joint statement in response to reports that missiles landed in Poland, a NATO ally, killing two civilians: "We offer our sincere condolences to the families of… Continue Reading
November 15, 2022
Shaheen Urges DHS to Address Delays in Work Authorization for TPS-Seekers
**TPS applicants, including applicants from Afghanistan and Ukraine, are facing excessive processing delays and inconsistent policies.** (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas expressing concern about the Department's processing of work authorization applications filed by new Temporary Protected Status (TPS) seekers. Discrepancies betwe… Continue Reading
