Press Releases

Courtney Statement on Confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court

April 7, 2022

“Congratulations to the eminently qualified Judge Jackson for her confirmation to the Supreme Court,” said Rep. Courtney.

Courtney Votes to Provide New COVID Relief and Preparedness Funding to Local Restaurants and Small Businesses Left Out from Previous Pandemic Assistance

April 7, 2022

Press Release

“There wasn’t an industry hit harder by COVID-19 than our local restaurants, bars, and eateries, [...] these small business owners urgently need assistance if we want them to be around for us in the months and years ahead,” said Rep. Courtney.

Issues: COVID-19 Resource Page Economy & Jobs

House Education and Labor Committee Advances Courtney Priorities on Workforce Development and Employee Ownership

April 7, 2022

Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC—This week, the House Education and Labor Committee voted to advance two bills during a legislative markup session that include several provisions championed by Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02): the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2022 (WIOA) (H.R. 7309) and the Protecting America's Retirement Security Act (H.R. 7310). WIOA would update and strengthen America's workforce development system at a time when many Americans are seeking new high-skill, high-pay job opportunities—and while many employers are looking to fill these positions.

Issues: Economy & Jobs

AUKUS Working Group Issues Statement as New Details of the Trilateral Defense Alliance Emerge

April 6, 2022

Press Release

“The trilateral statement on the implementation of the AUKUS partnership is an encouraging update of the work done to date to translate that security agreement from a concept into real, tangible change,” said the Co-Chairs in a joint statement.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

Reps. Courtney, Gallagher, Kilmer, and Moore Announce Formation of the New Bipartisan AUKUS Working Group, in Support of the Undersea Alliance Between the U.S., U.K., and Australia

April 1, 2022

Press Release

The AUKUS Working Group will provide a forum for congressional attention on the implementation of AUKUS and on completing the steps needed to strengthen our already-existing security relationship.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

Courtney Votes to Lower Insulin Costs for Thousands of Eastern Connecticut Workers and Families

March 31, 2022

Press Release

"Americans deserve fair, affordable insulin prices—proud to help pass this bill," said Rep. Courtney.

Issues: Health Care

Chairman Joe Courtney's Opening Statement: “Posture and Readiness of the Mobility Enterprise”

March 31, 2022

Press Release

"Today, the ships and aircraft that comprise our sealift and airlift capabilities are challenged by readiness shortfalls, obsolescence, and an evolving threat landscape. Congress has acted on a bipartisan basis to address some of these issues, and I fully expect that our panels will continue this work as we develop this year’s defense authorization."

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

Chairman Courtney Statement on President Biden’s 2023 Budget Request for Submarines, Seapower Programs

March 29, 2022

Press Release

“President Biden’s budget request continues to prioritize investment in one of the most critical pieces of our nation’s defense: our undersea platforms and capabilities,” Chairman Courtney said.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

HHS Reevaluation of Medicare Part B Premiums Coming Soon, Courtney Announces

March 18, 2022

Press Release

"There's no way seniors can be expected to overcome this sort of rate increase when the rationale for it is no longer there," said Rep. Courtney. "I will keep working across the aisle to make sure seniors get the right result."

Issues: Health Care

Historic Support for U.S. Navy Shipbuilding and Submarine Construction Included in House’s Final FY 2022 Omnibus

March 10, 2022

Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, voted to pass the FY 2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 2471). The House's 2022 Omnibus includes critical new support for Ukraine, increased funding for eastern Connecticut priorities like the special education and workforce development, and more. The House passed the bill today by a vote of 361-69, it is expected to receive a vote in the Senate in the coming days.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee Economy & Jobs Veterans & Military Personnel