Posts Tagged ‘Congresswoman lisa blunt rochester’
VIDEO | What Are Infrastructure Act’s Investments Into Delaware?
The Delaware congressional delegation takes a victory lap of sorts following recent passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. “Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that President Biden signed…
Read MoreDel. Entertainment Venues, Individuals Get Shares Of Relief Funding
Delaware live performance venues will receive shares of more than $30-million through the Shuttered Venue Operator Grant program. Legislation sponsored by the state’s congressional delegation, the Save Our Stages Act,…
Read MoreVirtual Conference Addresses Potential And Challenges of Del. Global Trade And Investment
More than one in five jobs in Delaware, is dependant on international trade. The COVID-19 pandemic and the supply chain crisis may impact the potential of economic activity among various…
Read MoreUS Energy Secretary Visits Del. To Highlight Energy Efficiency, Infrastructure
During a visit to Delaware Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm – recently under fire for laughing off a question about high prices during an interview – took part…
Read MoreVIDEO | Gov. Minner Remembered as ‘tough, but extremely warm and kind… remarkable… inspirational’
Governor Ruth Ann Minner’s lasting legacy as a two-term governor and the first woman in Delaware to be elected to that position was highlighted at her funeral service Wednesday in…
Read MoreSen. Carper Hosts Field Hearing On Drinking Water Infrastructure
Senator Tom Carper, D.-Del., will host a field hearing in Dover today (Friday) to examine local challenges surrounding drinking water. Carper is Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment…
Read MoreDel. To Invest $50-Million Into Job Training, Workforce Development
Job training and workforce development in Delaware will get a $50-million investment, using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. The state’s Pathways program that allows students to gain real-world…
Read MoreVIDEO | $110-Million Del. Broadband Expansion Announced In Bridgeville
Delaware plans to invest $110-million in federal funds from the American Rescue Plan Act into reaching more parts of The First State with broadband access. Governor John Carney and other…
Read MoreRescue Plan Brings $16-M To Del. For COVID Vax Efforts
Delaware’s COVID-19 vaccination program is getting a big boost through the American Rescue Plan Act. Members of Delaware’s Congressional Delegation visited Christiana Care Monday to detail how Delaware’s $16-million share…
Read MoreVIDEO | Del. Delegation Highlights Relief Available For Small Businesses
The recently-passed American Rescue Plan contains numerous elements that could help small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic – including some that might not have been able to get into…
Read MoreUS Education Secretary Visits Laurel Elementary School
A member of President Biden’s cabinet paid a visit to Laurel Elementary School Wednesday. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona visited classrooms and took part in a panel discussion about the…
Read MoreHarris, Blunt Rochester Discuss Impeachment Vote
The vote on the impeachment of President Donald Trump carried on without the presence of Maryland Congressman Andy Harris, who represents the Eastern Shore. Harris, MD, said in a statement…
Read MoreBlunt Rochester Calls For Removal Of President Trump
Delaware Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D- Del.) Thursday called for the removal of President Trump from office, joining a movement that grew out of Wednesday’s breach at the US Capitol…
Read MoreUS Capitol Stormed On Day Of Electoral Debate
Demonstrators scaled barricades and proceeded unimpeded through security at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington DC Wednesday, rushing Senators, Representatives and staffers to secure locations. The chaotic events came on…
Read MoreCoons, Blunt Rochester, Harris Begin New Terms
A new Congress has been sworn in in Washington. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) have begun their third terms. Also, Congressman Andy Harris (R-Md. 1st)…
Read MoreDel. Democratic Leadership Endorses Slate Of Incumbents
The Delaware Democratic Party State Executive Committee has endorsed Joe Biden for President and a slate of incumbent candidates for re-election. The Committee is comprised of 25 Democrats from all…
Read MoreDelaware Congresswoman votes in favor of Iran War Powers Resolution
Delaware Congresswoman Lisa Blunt-Rochester voted in favor of a War Powers Resolution that limits the President’s ability to engage militarily with Iran. Congresswoman Blunt-Rochester issued a statement following the vote,…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE | Delaware Congressional Campaign ignited over impeachment inquiry
Republican Congressional candidate Lee Murphy slammed Congresswoman Lisa Blunt-Rochester over her support of the current impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. “She’s out of touch with the people of Delaware,”…
Read MoreFederal Energy Regulatory Commission Denies Rehearing on Artificial Island Costs
A rehearing request on the cost allocation of the $278-million Artificial Island transmission line project has been denied by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. A fair allocation has been established…
Read MoreVA Mission Act Passes in US House
The US House has passed legislation that will benefit Veterans. The VA Mission Act will institute critical reforms to the VA’s health care system. 1st District Congressman Andy Harris voted…
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