News List

  • Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke Expresses Deep Concern about Slow Snow Clean Up in New York City
    Dec 28, 2010 - Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement expressing her concern about the slow snow removal following the recent blizzard that hit the northeastern United States: “With more than 20 inches of snow covering much of New York City, I am dismayed by the lack of preparedness demons... More
  • Rep. Clarke Wishes Brooklyn Residents a Safe Holiday Season and Happy New Year
    Dec 23, 2010 - Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke releases the following statement wishing residents of the 11th Congressional District of New York a safe holiday season and a Happy New Year: “I want to take the opportunity to send my holiday greetings and special thanks to the residents of the 11th Congressional Dist... More
  • Rep. Clarke Applauds New SBA Programs
    Dec 23, 2010 - Last week, the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the creation of the “Small Loan Advantage” and “Community Advantage.” These two programs are aimed at increasing access to capital in underserved communities. “The recent economic downturn has affected all businesses, however, Minority and... More
  • The James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act Heads to the President’s Desk
    Dec 22, 2010 - Today, the Senate Amendment to H.R. 847, The James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act passed in the House of Representatives with a vote of 206 to 60. Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement in support of the bill: “I rise today to strongly support the Senate Amendment ... More
  • Rep. Clarke’s Statement on Cipha Sounds’ Derogatory Remarks Made on Hot 97
    Dec 21, 2010 - Last week, Hot 97 FM radio host Cipha Sounds, who’s real name is Mr. Luis Diaz, made an inflammatory statement which he considered to be a joke. He said “the reason I’m HIV negative is cause I don’t mess with Haitian girls.” Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement rega... More
  • The DREAM Act Blocked in the Senate
    Dec 18, 2010 - Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement after the Senate failed to gain the 60 votes need bring the Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minor (DREAM) Act up for a vote: “It is unfortunate and a great disappointment that the Senate was not able to bring the DREA... More
  • Rep. Clarke’s statement on the House Passing the Senate Tax Proposal
    Dec 17, 2010 - Late Thursday night, the House of Representatives passed the Senate Tax proposal negotiated by Senate Republicans and President Obama by a vote of 277 to 148. The Senate proposal was an amendment to H.R. 4853 the Middle Class Tax Relief Act of 2010 which was passed out of the House last week. The S... More
  • House Passes Repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell
    Dec 15, 2010 - Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 2965, the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell Repeal (DADT) with a vote of 250 to 175. This policy allows the U.S military service members to reveal their sexual orientation while serving in the armed forces. “I am proud to support the repeal of the Don’t Ask Don’t T... More
  • House Passes the Museum and Library Services Act
    Dec 14, 2010 - Today, the House of Representatives passed S. 3984, the Museum and Library Services Act (MLSA) by way of voice vote. This bi-partisan bill is a reauthorization and update to the Museum and Library Services Act, which will provide federal funding for libraries and museums to ensure the continued pres... More
  • House Passes Legislation To Help Stop a 25% Cut In Medicare Payments to Doctors
    Dec 9, 2010 - Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke joined her colleagues in the House of Representatives to pass the Medicare and Medicaid Extenders Act.“Earlier today, I joined with my colleagues in the House of Representatives in passing H.R. 4994 Medicare and Medicaid Extenders Act. This bipartisan legislatio... More
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