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October 4, 2021
“I wanted to share with the Chamber the latest statistics form the Centers for Disease Control and the Department of Health and Human Services regarding infection rates and vaccination rates in the country,” Rep. Courtney began on Thursday.
Issues:
Eastern Connecticut
September 29, 2021
“The American Rescue Plan has helped thousands of eastern Connecticut families, it’s helped local businesses reopen their doors, and it kicked our vaccination effort into high-gear,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues:
Health Care
Eastern Connecticut
September 27, 2021
“United Services is extremely excited to bring a much-needed expansion to crisis services for northeastern Connecticut,” said United Services President/CEO Diane L. Manning. “We believe this program can save lives and we are grateful for the support of SAMHSA and Congressman Joe Courtney.”
September 27, 2021
“Today is great news for the many workers in eastern Connecticut who rely on both Shore Line East and Amtrak trains to get to work every day—connecting them back with their jobs and livelihoods is another important step in our recovery,” said Rep. Courtney.
September 24, 2021
This year, Courtney has commended Secretary Cardona and the Biden Administration for taking steps to address the looming student loan crisis, and to fix problems hampering PSLF.
Issues:
Education
September 23, 2021
“At a time when America’s national security priorities continue to shift towards the maritime domain—a necessity underscored just recently by the historic new AUKUS alliance—our 2022 NDAA is exactly what’s needed to ensure we’re prepared to overcome tomorrow’s challenges,” said Rep. Courtney.
September 22, 2021
“It was an honor to welcome Prime Minister Morrison to the U.S. Capitol today, and to continue discussing details of the new AUKUS partnership,” said Courtney.
September 21, 2021
“Congratulations to all the students and teachers at Thames River Magnate School on the hard work and dedication that it took to earn this national recognition today."
Issues:
Eastern Connecticut
September 20, 2021
"Australia, the U.K. and the U.S. share a common history and a common destiny," the Members said. "As co-chairs of the Friends of Australia Caucus, we welcome the announcement of the Australia-UK-US (AUKUS) trilateral security partnership as a critical venue for further cooperation."
September 20, 2021
“The employer interest in that is extremely strong,” Courtney said this week. “This morning one of my staffers was on a conference call with the workforce boards in Connecticut, [they said] the phone is ringing off the hook..."
Issues:
Economy & Jobs
Eastern Connecticut