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Rep. Courtney Celebrates Groundbreaking on Electric Boat’s New Submarine Production Facility in Groton
September 13, 2019
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“Once again, Groton has demonstrated that it is truly the ‘Submarine Capitol of the World,’” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee
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Courtney Announces Federal Funding Award for New London Fire Department
September 6, 2019
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VERNON, CT – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) today announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Management Agency has awarded a federal grant of more than $415,000 to the New London Fire Department.

Issues: Eastern Connecticut
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Rep. Courtney District Director Ayanti Grant Recognized as Congressional Staffer of the Year
September 6, 2019
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“Both my office and the people of eastern Connecticut are lucky to have Ayanti Grant working on our behalf. There’s no shortage of opportunities for someone with Ayanti’s knowledge and talent, but for years she’s given her time and energy to serving the people of eastern Connecticut."
Issues: Eastern Connecticut
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Rep. Courtney Statement on Trump Administration’s Transfer of Billions in Military Spending to Fund Trump Border Wall
September 5, 2019
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VERNON, CT – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) issued the following statement on the Trump Administration's decision to transfer $3.6 billion from military construction funds to pay for President Trump's border wall:

Issues: Defense & National Security
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Courtney Announces Host of Federal Grant Funding Bound for Putnam, Thompson, and Willimantic
August 30, 2019
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Vernon, CT – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) today announced a host of federal grant awards totaling over $100,000 that are bound for projects throughout eastern Connecticut. The U.S.

Issues: Eastern Connecticut Federal Resources to Eastern Connecticut
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Rep. Courtney Statement on Eversource Change in Policy Towards Crumbling Foundations Victims
August 23, 2019
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VERNON, CT – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) welcomed the announcement by Eversource that the company has reconsidered its practice of charging homeowners to reactivate gas lines before moving back into their homes following repairs related to crumbling concrete foundations:

Issues: Crumbling Foundations
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Rep. Courtney Leads Bipartisan Coalition Urging Protecting of Post-9/11 G.I. Bill Benefits Ahead of House and Senate Conferencing of 2020 NDAA
August 14, 2019
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“We strongly disagree with this change in policy,” wrote the bipartisan coalition. “It
Issues: Veterans & Military Personnel
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Courtney Statement on Need for Senate Action After El Paso and Dayton Mass Shootings
August 5, 2019
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Norwich, CT– Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) released the following statement on the need for Senate action on House-passed gun violence prevention legislation following this weekend's deadly mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio.

Issues: Public Safety & Homeland Security
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Courtney Announces Federal Funding to Replace Essex Fire Department Vessel
August 2, 2019
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“Essex is a beautiful and important part of our region’s maritime heritage and economy, and I am proud to have worked with local officials to win support for this important investment in the safety of the town’s waters,” Congressman Courtney said.
Issues: Eastern Connecticut
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Courtney Announces Federal Funding to Replace Essex Fire Department Vessel
August 2, 2019
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“Essex is a beautiful and important part of our region’s maritime heritage and economy, and I am proud to have worked with local officials to win support for this important investment in the safety of the town’s waters,” Congressman Courtney said.
Issues: Eastern Connecticut
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