Titus: $43 Million in Additional Neighborhood Stabilization Funds Will Help the Housing Market in Southern Nevada
"I have pushed the Obama Administration to do more to help the areas, such as Southern Nevada, that have been hit the hardest by the housing crisis. There is not a ‘one size fits all’ solution to this crisis, and these funds will allow local governments to respond to the individual needs of the housing market in their communities throughout Southern Nevada."

Titus Highlights Additional $7 Million for Nevada to Weatherize Homes
“As a result of funds from the Recovery Act, thousands of Nevadans are paying less for their energy bills at a time when saving every dollar counts.  Investing in weatherizing homes across the state has also helped our hard-hit construction sector, creating jobs in an industry that greatly needs a boost.”

Titus Visits Site for the New USO Lounge at McCarran
Congresswoman Titus speaks during her visit to the site of the new USO Lounge at McCarran International Airport, which will open in November.

Titus on New Location for Veterans’ Clinic in Las Vegas
“Our veterans have earned the health care they need through their brave service to our country, and it is important that this care is accessible to veterans across Southern Nevada.  This new facility will provide veterans with a range of services including mental health, primary, and specialty care.”

Titus Announces $2.9 Million in Homeland Security Preparedness Grants for Nevada
"Southern Nevada’s law enforcement should be applauded for their efforts to keep visitors and residents alike safe; however our work to improve and increase our preparedness capabilities must be an ongoing effort.  This money will help finance that effort and can be used to strengthen our soft targets."

2011 Investements in Southern Nevada

Titus Resolution Honors the Bravery of Security Personnel During January Courthouse Shooting
"The brave security personnel at the courthouse, U.S. Marshalls, and other emergency responders acted quickly and valiantly to ensure the safety of courthouse, staff, visitors, and other bystanders in the area."

Titus Applauds Senate Passage of Travel Promotion Act
“The Travel Promotion Act will bring millions of additional travelers to the United States at no cost to the taxpayers by creating a public-private partnership to promote our nation as a leading international travel destination.  And with its world-class amenities for work and pleasure, Las Vegas will benefit greatly from this effort to increase tourism from around the world.”

Titus Letter to Gibbons Encourages State to Move Quickly with a Plan for Housing Funds
"I write to you today to ask that you do all in your power to ensure that the Nevada Housing Division is capable and ready to submit an excellent application for this critical funding. Receiving these funds will be vital to helping families in Southern Nevada avoid foreclosure and stay in their homes. As our residents struggle with high unemployment and record foreclosure, we cannot afford to leave a penny on the table."

Titus Announces $34 Million in Recovery Act Funding for Sahara Ave. Bus Rapid Transit
“Improving the speed and reliability of our transit service will enable the movement of more people through this section of town, spurring economic growth and development.  This project will also improve and increase service in an area that has a higher than average number of disabled and elderly, enhancing their ability to get around our community.”

Titus Statement on President’s Comments Regarding Las Vegas
"Hundreds of thousands of hard-working Las Vegas men and woman make a living in the travel and tourism sector, and the President’s comment disparaging travel to Las Vegas is a blow to all of them.  From affordable accommodations to world-class entertainment, Las Vegas is a top travel and convention destination for a reason."

Titus Statement on Shooting at Las Vegas Courthouse
"My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families of this morning’s senseless act of violence.  Our federal marshals and security personnel serve bravely and with distinction every day.  They are committed to the safety of all who set foot in the federal courthouse as they place themselves in harm’s way to ensure our security."

Titus Statement on Announcement that FEMA Training Exercise Will Not Take Place in Las Vegas
"Today’s announcement that the Department of Homeland Security has ruled out Nevada as the location for a training exercise simulating the detonation of a nuclear device is welcome news.  With our state facing a number of economic challenges, now is the wrong time for this type of security exercise that could deal another blow to Southern Nevada’s tourism industry."

Berkley, Titus Urge White House to End Bush-Era Directives Against Travel to Las Vegas, Other Destinations
“Government travel for meetings, conferences and seminars is an important source of economic activity for many communities throughout the United States, and every destination should have an equal and fair opportunity to host federal meetings and events.  The federal government should make meeting location decisions based on factors such as overall cost, meeting facility space, and the quality of services provided in a particular city, convention facility or hotel.”

Titus Highlights Housing Funds Through Recovery Act to Reduce and Prevent Homelessness
“At a time when our state leads the nation in foreclosures, funds for homeless prevention are critical to help families in our community who have lost their homes and are struggling to put a roof over their heads.  This money in conjunction with other recovery funds, such as Community Development Block Grants and neighborhood stabilization funds, will help Nevada and our efforts to get through this difficult foreclosure crisis.”