Restoring the Middle Class PDF Print
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Spotlight on the Middle Class

Rep. Welch has worked to protect middle class consumers from abusive credit card company practices by sponsoring a Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights (H.R. 5244), which first passed the House in September 2009. Welch attempted to strengthen the legislation in April 2009 by proposing an 18 percent cap on credit card interest rates. The bill – which protects consumers from arbitrary rate increases, double-cycle billing and due-date gimmicks – was signed into law by President Obama in May 2009.

"Even before the current economic crisis, hardworking Vermonters were feeling the squeeze of low wages and ever-increasing costs. The United States has a long history of supporting the middle class, but we must recommit to ensuring that those who work hard to make a living have the resources they need to support their families, get ahead and save for a secure retirement. With every issue I face in Congress – from health care to education to energy – I am focused on increasing affordability and expanding the middle class."

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Rep. Welch's Recent Work on the Middle Class

Rutland Herald: 'Vermont way making a difference in Washington'

December 11, 2012

Vermont's congressman is hoping the Vermont way can restore trust in Washington and help local businesses compete with Internet vendors.

Rep. Peter Welch told Springfield Rotarians on Monday that gridlock continues on Capitol Hill. Republicans and Democrats are gearing up for the 113th session of the U.S. Congress next month and finding common ground is taking a back seat to partisan bickering.

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Southern Vermont receives $470,000 to bolster long-term recovery efforts following Irene

December 11, 2012

The Windham Regional Commission and the Bennington County Regional Commission will receive $470,000 in Economic Development Administration (EDA) funds to bolster long-term recovery efforts in southern Vermont following Tropical Storm Irene, Vermont's congressional delegation announced today.

The funds will be used by the regional planning commissions to expand the capacity of public officials and economic development organiza... Read More


Addison Independent: 'Rep. Welch talks Medicare benefits in Burlington'

December 6, 2012

Congressman Peter Welch was in Burlington on Monday ostensibly to encourage elders to take advantage of Medicare’s open enrollment period and re-evaluate their health care coverage. But no current discussion of Medicare is complete without addressing Congressional negotiations that could cut the senior health care program’s budget. And no Congressional press conference is complete these days without questions arising about ongoing negotiations aimed at reduc... Read More


VPR: 'As Deadline Approaches, Welch Urges Seniors To Enroll For Medicare'

December 3, 2012

Congressman Peter Welch says Vermont seniors can sign up for Medicare benefits now under the new health care law.

Welch visited with residents of the Cathedral Square complex in Burlington on Monday, and he reminded them that it's open enrollment season in Medicare.

"A lot of folks have already made their decision but some have yet to make it and it's time to review your medical situation ... Read More


Photo Album: 'Rep. Welch Encourages Seniors To Take Advantage Of Medicare Open Enrollment'

December 3, 2012

 

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