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October 24, 2008
Langevin Applauds Rocky Point Open Space - Congressman Jim Langevin today released the following statement celebrating 41 acres of open space at the former Warwick amusement park, Rocky Point:
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October 21, 2008
R.I. Has Nation's Highest Unemployment Rate - Congressman Jim Langevin today sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reiterating his strong support for a new stimulus measure to extend unemployment benefits and spur job creation. Rhode Island’s jobless rate, currently the highest in the nation, continues to grow.
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October 3, 2008
Langevin Supports Extra Unemployment Benefits for Rhode Islanders - Congressman Jim Langevin joined a bipartisan majority today in voting for H.R. 6867, the Unemployment Compensation Extension Act. The vote comes on the same day a new report indicates that 159,000 jobs were lost in September – the biggest decline since March of 2003. The bill passed by a vote of 368 to 28.
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October 3, 2008
Langevin Fights for Taxpayer Protection in Financial Rescue Bill - Congressman Jim Langevin joined a bipartisan majority today in voting for the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, a proposal for addressing the crisis in the financial markets. The bill passed by 263-171.
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September 29, 2008
Financial Rescue Bill Fails - Congressman Jim Langevin today voted for the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, a proposal for addressing the crisis in the financial markets. The bill failed to pass.
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September 29, 2008
Statement on Emergency Economic Stabilization Act -
Madam Speaker, we’re here today with the unenviable task of considering H.R. 3997, the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. During this difficult economic crisis, I am proud of this Congress for coming together at a critical moment to reach a bipartisan compromise to rescue our financial markets and, indeed, our entire economy. However, no one is celebrating today about the tough decisions that had to be made.
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September 23, 2008
Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Statement -
Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 5244, the Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights Act. As a cosponsor of this legislation, I believe it is a sensible approach to reforming major credit card abuses and improving consumer protections for cardholders.
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September 18, 2008
Statementon No Child Left Inside -
Madam Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 3036, the No Child Left Inside Act, which would amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to promote the expansion and development of environmental education in our classrooms from kindergarten to grade 12.
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September 17, 2008
Statement Passing the ADA Amendments Act -
Madam Speaker, it is my honor to rise in support of S. 3406, the Senate-approved ADA Amendments Act of 2008. Passage of this bill will clear the way for the President’s signature and finally renew our promise to the American people that discrimination, in any form, will never be tolerated.
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September 16, 2008
Statement on Comprehensive Energy Act -
Madam Speaker, I rise today in strong support of the Comprehensive American Energy Security and Consumer Protection Act, and I would thank to thank the Democratic Leadership of the House of Representatives for bringing this critical bill to the floor. In my home state of Rhode Island, the high cost of oil and gas have become the top concern for families and businesses struggling to keep up in today’s economy. This legislation promotes short term solutions to increase supply of domestic oil and gas, while establishing a long term national energy policy that invests in the development of renewable energy resources.
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June 2008
Here to Help, Improving Access, No Veteran Left Behind - These are indeed challenging times, and I am working tirelessly in Washington, D.C., to try to ease the burdens on Rhode Island families however I can. As always, if you or someone you know needs help, please do not hesitate to call my office. We can point you in the right direction. Many in our community – from our Community Action Programs and Rhode Island Housing to food pantries – are ready to help, especially during tough times like these.
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