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Courtney Secures Historic Funding for Submarine Construction, Workforce Development, Shipyard Recapitalization, and More in Final 2023 NDAA

December 8, 2022

Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) (H.R. 7776).

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

Courtney Votes to Protect American’s Right to Same-Sex and Interracial Marriage as House Passes the Respect for Marriage Act

December 8, 2022

Press Release

In passing the Respect for Marriage Act, Congress has taken action and protected same-sex and interracial couples’ right to marry under federal law,” said Rep. Courtney.

Australian Defence Minister Marles Tours Electric Boat as Part of Visit for Australia-United States Ministerial Consultations

December 7, 2022

In The News

By Adam Creighton, The Australian

“The trajectory of the American presence in Australia has been growing … and that’s what we would anticipate,” Defense Minister Marles said.

Issues: Defense & National Security

Courtney Statement on Awarding of Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Contract by the U.S. Army

December 6, 2022

Press Release

“Sikorsky has a long, proven track record of producing the most capable helicopters of any country on earth. The Blackhawk helicopter has been the workhorse platform for our military and our allies for decades. The Army’s decision to not select them for the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) contract was perplexing, to say the least,” said Rep. Courtney.

Issues: Defense & National Security

Connecticut and Rhode Island Congressional Delegations Seek More Support for Farmers Impacted by Drought in New Omnibus Bill

December 6, 2022

Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC — As Congress works to finalize the FY 2023 Omnibus appropriations package, Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02), Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), and the Connecticut and Rhode Island Congressional Delegations are pressing for additional funding to assist New England livestock feed producers and other farmers impacted by severe drought conditions.

Issues: Agriculture

Courtney Statement on Speaker Pelosi’s Decision to Not Seek New Term as House Democratic Leader

November 17, 2022

Press Release

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) made the following statement after Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the first woman to ever serve as Speaker of the House, announced that she will step down from House Democratic Leadership after more than two decades.

After Successfully Re-Stocking LIHEAP Energy Assistance Program, Courtney Announces $86 Million in New Support for Connecticut Households

November 2, 2022

Press Release

“Re-stocking the LIHEAP program was always going to be the fastest, most direct way to help people lower their energy costs this winter, and that’s why we pressed so hard for it starting earlier this fall," said Rep. Courtney.

Issues: Energy & Environment

Courtney Joins Mayor Passero, Mohawk Northeast President Allan Heinke, and Others to Announce New Port Infrastructure Investment Coming to New London

October 31, 2022

Press Release

New London, CT—Today, Rep. Joe Courtney (CT-02) joined New London Mayor Mike Passero, Allan Heinke (President, Mohawk Northeast), Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and others to announce a new $7 million federal Port Infrastructure Development Program grant award for the City of New London and Mohawk Northeast, Inc.

Issues: Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee Economy & Jobs Transportation & Infrastructure

Rep. Courtney and First Selectman Hanson Highlight Upcoming Repairs to the Forge Hill Road Bridge, Funded by the IIJA

October 28, 2022

Press Release

Although the repair project has long been on the CT DOT’s “to-do” list, a lack of funding at the state and local levels has kept the project from moving forward—until now.

Issues: Transportation & Infrastructure Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Courtney Welcomes U.S. Navy Contract to Electric Boat for Lead Yard Services on Virginia-Class Program

October 4, 2022

Press Release

“Success takes persistent effort, and it doesn’t happen overnight—that’s true in any industry, and it’s certainly the case when it comes to the booming growth at the shipyard in Groton, and in our skilled manufacturing sectors,” said Chairman Courtney.

Issues: Defense & National Security Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee

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