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Courtney, DeLauro, Zeldin Announce Inclusion of Language Restricting the Sale of Plum Island in Homeland Appropriations Bill
June 11, 2019
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“Plum Island is an ecological treasure, and I appreciate that the House Appropriations Committee has acknowledged this by including the repeal of the requirement for the island’s sale in this year’s Homeland Security spending bill,” said Courtney.
Issues: Energy & Environment
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Congressman Courtney’s Remarks at the House Education & Labor Committee Markup of H.R. 1309, the Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act
June 11, 2019
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Thank you, Chairman Scott for convening today's mark up and Chairwoman Adams for taking urgent action on this issue in the Workforce Protections Subcommittee early in the 116th Congress.

This is a momentous step in a years-long process to address the serious problem of violence against the caregivers, medical professionals, and social workers who are enduring frightening rates of violent attacks while they are healing, caring for, and consoling patients all across America.

Issues: Health Care Workplace Violence Prevention For Healthcare And Social Service Workers Act
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Courtney Statement on UTC-Raytheon Merger
June 10, 2019
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“Like any merger, this one comes with a long list of questions,” said Congressman Courtney, “but the primary concern is determining what sort of impact this will have on our UTC employees and manufacturers here in Connecticut."
Issues: Economy & Jobs
LONG ISLAND SOUND DREDGING CHALLENGE LACKS MERIT
June 5, 2019
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“The Eastern Long Island Sound Disposal Site is the final step in over a decade of regional collaboration on dredging management that dates back to the 2005 Dredged Material Management Plan for Long Island Sound, which was agreed to at the time by the Governors Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island,” Courtney said.
Issues: Eastern Connecticut Transportation & Infrastructure
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Reps. Courtney, Thompson Introduce School Milk Nutrition Act to Mark the Start of National Dairy Month
June 5, 2019
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“Milk provides the cornerstone of a healthy meal for our nation’s children,” Rep. Courtney said. “It packs valuable nutrients including protein, potassium, and calcium—a solid foundation for building a healthy menu in America’s schools."
Issues: Agriculture
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Chairman Courtney’s Opening Remarks for House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces Markup of H.R. 2500 the Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act
June 4, 2019
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Good afternoon everyone. We are here today to consider the Seapower and Projection Forces subcommittee's portion of the FY2020 National Defense Authorization Act.

Since I first joined this panel in 2007, the Seapower Subcommittee has had a well-earned reputation for productive bipartisanship. I am pleased to report today that our subcommittee continues that tradition, with the help of Ranking Member Rob Wittman and all the members of our panel, particularly the impressive class of new members that have brought new energy and life experience to the committee's work.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee
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Congressman Courtney Observes Memorial Day
May 24, 2019
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WASHINGTON, DC – In advance of Monday's observance of Memorial Day, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) issued the following statement:

"On Monday, Memorial Day, we remember the men and women of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Whether attending a parade, picnic or family gathering, please join me in keeping their commitment to life, liberty and freedom on your hearts and minds."

Issues: Veterans & Military Personnel
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Service and Sportsmanship: ECSU All-American Softball Player Competes in NCAA Tournament while Honoring Her Military Commitment to Her Country
May 23, 2019
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“It was great to be able to cheer Eastern Connecticut State University on to victory today, and there was a little added excitement to it as we watched the team advance to the second round behind the strong pitching of Morgan Bolduk,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Eastern Connecticut
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Congressman Courtney Statement on Senate Armed Services Committee Approval of Third Submarine Funding
May 23, 2019
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“It’s good news that the Senate Armed Services Committee, in alignment with actions taken by the House Appropriations Committee last week, include authorization for a third submarine in its FY20 National Defense Authorization Act,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee
Rep. Courtney Helps Pass Legislation to Lower Prescription Drug Costs
May 16, 2019
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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney voted to pass the Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act (H.R. 987), a bipartisan bill that seeks to lower prescription drug costs by helping lower-priced generic drugs get to market faster, to reinforce protections for people with pre-existing conditions, and to expand enrollment in quality, affordable health care coverage to more Americans. The Strengthening Health Care and Lowering Prescription Drug Costs Act passed the House this evening with bipartisan support by a vote of 234-183.

Issues: Health Care
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