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Rep. Courtney Helps Pass Historic Cannabis Banking Bill
September 25, 2019
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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) voted to pass the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act (H.R. 1595). The SAFE Act would allow hemp and marijuana-related businesses in states with existing regulatory structures to access the banking system. Congressman Courtney is an original cosponsor of the SAFE Banking Act, which passed the House by a vote of 321-103.

Issues: Agriculture
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Rep. Courtney Announces More Than $2.9 Million in Federal Funding for City of Norwich
September 25, 2019
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“Congratulations to Mayor Nystrom and City of Norwich for identifying this federal funding opportunity and putting together a successful grant application,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Eastern Connecticut Federal Resources to Eastern Connecticut Information For Homeowners With Crumbling Foundations
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Congressman Courtney Calls for Impeachment Inquiry
September 24, 2019
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“Over the last several months, I have remained firmly committed to taking the process of investigating the President’s actions in 2016 one step at a time to methodically uncover the facts, to inform the American public, and build the case for any actions that may be needed to ensure accountability wherever it is required."
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Rep. Courtney: Whistleblower Complaint Has Brought United States to a “Critical Juncture”
September 23, 2019
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“We have arrived at a critical juncture in time for the rule of law in the United States, and for this Administration’s faithfulness to our Constitution,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Defense & National Security
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Courtney Announces More Than $2 Million in Federal Funding for Connecticut Sea Grant Program
September 20, 2019
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“Connecticut Sea Grant handles everything from connecting aquaculture producers to communities to jumpstarting fisheries,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Eastern Connecticut Federal Resources to Eastern Connecticut
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Rep. Courtney Announces $900,000 in Federal Funding for Eastern Connecticut Health Centers
September 20, 2019
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“Congratulations to each of these three health centers for earning these highly sought after federal grant dollars,” said Congressman Courtney.
Issues: Eastern Connecticut Federal Resources to Eastern Connecticut
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Courtney Announces New Federal Funding Award for Woodstock Volunteer Fire Association
September 19, 2019
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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a federal grant of over $19,000 to the Woodstock Volunteer Fire Association, Inc. The new federal funding will support the procurement of new washing and drying equipment for the station's protective gear.

Issues: Eastern Connecticut Federal Resources to Eastern Connecticut
Courtney Announces New Federal Funding Award for Preston’s Poquetanuck Volunteer Fire Department
September 19, 2019
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“The Poquitanuck Volunteer Fire Department deserves major congratulations for successfully applying for these federal grant dollars,” said Congressman Courtney. “
Issues: Eastern Connecticut Federal Resources to Eastern Connecticut
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Rep. Courtney, House Education & Labor Committee Vote to Approve Bipartisan Bill Reauthorizing the Older Americans Act
September 18, 2019
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“Eastern Connecticut is home to a large number of seniors, and nationwide the population of Americans aged 60 and over is growing,” said Congressman Courtney. “
Issues: Seniors and Retirement Security
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Courtney Announces Federal Funding Award for Sprague’s Baltic Fire Engine Company
September 17, 2019
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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) today announced that the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a federal grant of more than $170,000 to the Town of Sprague, on behalf of the Baltic Fire Engine Company. The new federal funding will support the critical procurement of 24 new firefighter breathing apparatuses for Baltic Fire Engine Company.

Issues: Eastern Connecticut Federal Resources to Eastern Connecticut
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