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April 7, 2020
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“Today’s decision by former Acting Secretary of the Navy Thomas Modly to resign was a necessary step to restore the confidence of every sailor and member of the US Navy that its leadership is committed to their wellbeing,” said Chairman Courtney.
April 6, 2020
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"Acting Secretary Modly's gratuitous personal attack on a Naval Officer infected with COVID-19 and in quarantine is stunning, and outrageous,” said Congressman Courtney.
Rep. Courtney Statement on Electric Boat President Kevin Graney’s Announcement of COVID-19 Diagnosis
“Kevin is a talented engineer and shipbuilder, a good leader at the shipyard, and most importantly a really good person – we’re all rooting for him to get healthy as soon as possible, and it’s good to know that right now his symptoms are mild."
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April 3, 2020
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“While Captain Crozier clearly went outside the chain of command, his dismissal at this critical moment – as the Sailors aboard the U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt are confronted with the COVID-19 pandemic-"
April 2, 2020
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“This federal funding was authorized as part of the bipartisan CARES Act six days ago, it’s incredibly flexible, and it can be put towards a wide range of uses to support some of the people and families who have been hit hardest here in eastern Connecticut,” said Congressman Courtney.
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April 2, 2020
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“We write to you today with urgent concern about the health and safety of our sailors and Marines embarked on Navy vessels facing the spread of COVID-19."
April 1, 2020
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“Passage of the bipartisan CARES Act opened up numerous additional resources for small business owners, and kickstarted brand new programs that will help streamline cashflow directly to small businesses,” said Rep. Courtney.
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March 30, 2020
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“Concerns about retaining the value of a home are even more important during times of economic uncertainty like these,” said Congressman Courtney.
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March 29, 2020
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“Today’s announcement that FEMA has approved Connecticut’s request for a Stafford Act disaster declaration is a critical order that provides a strong financial backstop to state and local COVID-19 emergency efforts,"
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March 27, 2020
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“The COVID-19 pandemic has upended life for everyone, but people in eastern Connecticut need to know that more help is on the way,” said Rep. Courtney.
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