Press Releases

Dec 8, 2012

Statement by Congressman Cicilline on Hanukkah

As we celebrate the Festival of Lights, I am especially proud of the sense of unity and purpose that has been shared across our state by men and women of every faith - Rhode Islanders have never lost sight of the fact that we're all in this together.

Dec 7, 2012

Cicilline Statement on Passing of Former Rhode Island Supreme Court Chief Justice Joseph Weisberger

I was saddened to learn of the passing of former Rhode Island Supreme Court Chief Justice Joseph Weisberger whose long record of service includes time in the General Assembly and on the Superior Court before the start of his tenure on the Rhode Island Supreme Court.

Nov 27, 2012

RI Congressional Delegation Announces $218,000 in Grants from the National Endowment for the Arts for Local Organizations

“As a longtime advocate for robust funding of arts and humanities programs, I know the significant impact these funds will have on Rhode Island in terms of economic development, job creation, and cultural enrichment," said Cicilline.

Nov 26, 2012

Touring First District, Cicilline Touts 3rd Annual Small Business Saturday

U.S. Congressman David Cicilline (D-RI) emphasized the importance of supporting Rhode Island's small business owners today as he visited area entrepreneurs in Woonsocket, Providence, Newport, and Barrington as part of "Small Business Saturday."

Nov 16, 2012

Federal Resources for Hurricane Sandy Recovery

This week, FEMA announced that the major disaster declaration for the State of Rhode Island following Hurricane Sandy was amended to include Newport County for assistance from the Individuals and Household Program.

Nov 13, 2012

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Revitalization of Lower South Providence

Issues: Housing

Every Rhode Islander should have access to quality, affordable housing and I will continue to support this important effort.

Oct 3, 2012

State of Rhode Island, in Cooperation with City of Providence, Takes Lead of ProvPort TIGER II Project

Governor Lincoln D. Chafee today announced that the State of Rhode Island has partnered with the City of Providence to formally assume control of the $10.5-million Transportation Investments Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER II) grant originally awarded to the City of Providence to purchase two mobile, barge-based cranes. The state has taken over the grant at the City of Providence’s request. Providence has taken significant measures to strengthen the Capital City’s fiscal ground

Oct 3, 2012

Cicilline Applauds State Efforts to Keep College Costs Low

Issues: Education

On the heels of the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education's finance committee’s decision to approve a 2013-2014 budget that will not raise tuition or student fees, U.S. Congressman David Cicilline (D-RI) praised the committee’s action and pledged to continue fighting in Congress to keep tuition costs low for Rhode Island families.

Oct 3, 2012

As House Begins Six Week Recess, Cicilline Slams Lack of Leadership From Republicans Boehner, Cantor

With Congress beginning recess on the earliest date since 1960, U.S. Congressman David Cicilline (D-RI) spoke on the House floor and joined colleagues for a press conference urging the Republican leadership to remain in session until more challenges are addressed.

Sep 19, 2012

Cicilline Discusses Make it in America Agenda on NECN’s DC Dialogue

U.S. Congressman David Cicilline (D-RI) discussed his work to promote the House Democratic Make it in America Agenda during an appearance on NECN’s DC Dialogue yesterday.

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