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Courtney Statement on the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Conference Report

December 4, 2020

"The fact that we are on path to pass the NDAA for the 60th consecutive year exemplifies the bipartisan nature of the House Armed Services Committee. I’m proud of the way we came together once again to get the job done for both the security of our nation..."

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee Eastern Connecticut Veterans & Military Personnel

Rep. Courtney Statement on the National Defense Authorization Act

December 2, 2020

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“The scope of a bipartisan conference committee’s work is clearly and strictly limited to the language of the bills that already passed out of the House and Senate,” said Congressman Courtney. The two bipartisan NDAA bills..."

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

Rep. Courtney Prepares to End Quarantine with Doctor’s Approval

December 1, 2020

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VERNON, CT—Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) issued an update following last week's announcement that he had tested positive for COVID-19. Courtney has remained on the job while quarantining and recovering at home in eastern Connecticut, and is expected to return to Washington this week for votes and other official duties following clearance from his doctor.

Issues: Eastern Connecticut

Courtney Statement on OMB Request for Second Virginia Class Submarine

November 25, 2020

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VERNON, CT – Congressman Joe Courtney, Chairman of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, today welcomed the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) request to Congress to fully fund a second Virginia Class submarine in the 2021 defense appropriations bill.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee Eastern Connecticut

Chairman Courtney Statement on Air Force C-130J Basing Decision

November 24, 2020

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VERNON, CT – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, today issued the following statement in response to the Air Force's strategic basing decision for new C-130J aircraft for the Air National Guard.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

Courtney Issues Statement After Testing Positive for COVID-19

November 22, 2020

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VERNON, CT – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) issued the following statement this evening shortly after testing positive for COVID-19:

Issues: Eastern Connecticut

Courtney Appointed to Panel Tasked with Negotiating the Final FY2021 Defense Authorization

November 18, 2020

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“In a year of absolute uncertainty, the Trump Administration’s original proposal to have America construct the fewest number of combatant vessels in over a decade, and to eliminate construction of an entire Virginia-class submarine in the process, remains one of the most puzzling aspects,” said Chairman Courtney.

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

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Courtney Applauds Decision by NOAA to Uphold EB’s Permit Application to Begin Utilizing ELDS

November 18, 2020

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“There has been a groundswell of input from small marinas, local and state officials, large stakeholders like Submarine Naval Base New London, Electric Boat, and many others, all strongly in favor of the sound selection of the ELDS,” said Congressman Courtney.

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

Courtney and House of Representatives Pass Bipartisan Bill to Provide $483 Million in Funding for Sea Grant

November 17, 2020

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“UCONN’s Connecticut Sea Grant program has worked to support our local fishermen and shellfish farmers for years,” said Congressman Courtney.

Issues: Agriculture

Courtney Statement on New Court Ruling Ordering VA to Make Retroactive Payments to Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans and Their Survivors

November 16, 2020

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“This is a real victory for so many of our Vietnam veterans and their families who have fought tooth and nail for years to simply be granted the benefits they rightfully earned and deserve,” said Congressman Courtney.

Issues: Veterans & Military Personnel Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act