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Courtney Amendment Preserving Post-9/11 G.I. Bill Transferability Approved in 2020 NDAA

June 13, 2019 Press Release

“We passed the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill back during my first term as a representative, and the intent was to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans by providing them and their loved ones with educational opportunities,” said Congressman Courtney.

Congressman Courtney Observes Memorial Day

May 24, 2019 Press Release

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.”

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Congressman Courtney Votes to Pass the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act

May 14, 2019 Press Release

“For 17 years, Blue Water Navy veterans have been forced to endure an insult on top of the injuries they sustained due to exposure to Agent Orange,” said Congressman Courtney.

Courtney, Thompson, Pascrell Reintroduce Fire Police Fairness Act

May 14, 2019 Press Release

“Fire police across eastern Connecticut serve critical roles protecting both the public and their fellow public safety officers by securing the areas around dangerous emergencies,” said Congressman Courtney.

WENY News Special Report: Fighting for a Change

May 10, 2019 In The News

Decades after their service, several local Vietnam veterans say they are dealing with the side effects from their contact with Agent Orange. Under current VA regulations, 14 presumptive conditions are related to its exposure. Of those 14, three of those conditions have end dates and must be at least 10% disabling within 1-year of contact with the herbicide. Those conditions are Cloracne, which is a skin condition, Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, which is liver dysfunction, and Peripheral Neuropathy, which causes a variety of things like tumors and cancers.

Courtney To Support Legislation Opposing Trump’s National Emergency Declaration

February 17, 2019 Press Release

NORWICH, CT – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, released the following statement signaling support for upcoming legislation that would disapprove of President Trump’s recently announced national emergency declaration:

Courtney Statement on President Trump's National Emergency Declaration

February 15, 2019 Press Release

NORWICH, CT – Today, Representative Joe Courtney (CT-02), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement on President Trump’s declaration of a national emergency and plans to divert critical military construction funding to build a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border.

Courtney Applauds Court Decision Favoring Blue Water Navy Veterans

January 29, 2019 Press Release

“It is welcome news that the Court corrected a 17-year injustice today,” said Congressman Courtney.

Courtney Reacts to President Trump’s Announcement to Accept Deal to Temporarily End Partial Government Shutdown, Continue Border Security Negotiations Separately

January 25, 2019 Press Release

Washington – Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, released the following statement on President Trump and Republicans’ decision to accept a deal to temporarily reopen the federal government following 35 days of a partial government shutdown:

Congressman Courtney Responds to President Trump’s Proposal to Adjudicate Deportations in Exchange for Border Wall Funding

January 19, 2019 Press Release

Vernon, CT –Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) issued the following statement after President Donald Trump’s speech today: