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Dec. 20, 2021
Pressley, Clark Tour Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee, Call for Build Back Better Act Passage and Extension of Child Tax Credit
Rep. Ayanna Pressley
Dec. 20, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America; Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary Dept. of Health and Human Services - Child Needs Who Lost Care Takers Due to Covid
Rep. Yvette Clarke, ...
Dec. 19, 2021
Tweet - "In the spirit of the season, I hope the Senator from West Virginia will at least give kids in the lowest income families a helping hand and millions of Americans suffering from diabetes affordable insulin."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Dec. 19, 2021
SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON THE STATUS OF BUILD BACK BETTER NEGOTIATIONS
Rep. Brad Schneider
Dec. 19, 2021
Pressley Responds to Manchin Announcement Refusing to Support Build Back Better Act
Rep. Ayanna Pressley
Dec. 19, 2021
Tweet - "Faith-based adoption & foster care agencies perform vital services for foster children across #Iowa and the nation. My colleagues and I are pressing @HHSgov for answers after reversing protections for these faith-based providers."
Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 18, 2021
Tweet - "Anyone ages 16 and up can--and should--get a COVID-19 booster shot. Click the link below to find a vaccination appointment near you. http://vaccinelocator.doh.wa.gov"
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Faith-based childcare providers and agencies play an integral role in caring for our nation's families and children. I'm proud to sign on to this letter to stand up for their rights to run according to their convictions."
Rep. Gary Palmer
Dec. 17, 2021
CAPITO, MANCHIN ANNOUNCE FUNDING FOR HEAD START PROJECTS IN WEST VIRGINIA
Sen. Shelley Capito, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Rep. Sewell Kicks off "Building a Better Alabama" Infrastructure District Tour with Stops in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa
Rep. Terri Sewell
Dec. 17, 2021
Republican Senators Blast Democrats' Senseless Child Care Plan
Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Folks, I still believe in BBB because I know it would be an incredible piece of legislation for working families. It would cut costs where it matters, giving a break to families that are struggling to keep up with rising child care expenses."
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 17, 2021
SCOTT APPLAUDS BIDEN ADMINISTRATION EFFORT TO HELP SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAMS ADDRESS SUPPLY CHAIN CHALLENGES
Rep. Bobby Scott
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "When my child care plan in #BuildBackBetter is implemented, most working parents will be able to send their child to a provider they choose. Right now the question is, can I find it and can I afford it. This flexibility will be a gamechanger for so many families."
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 16, 2021
REP. HUFFMAN JOINS SPEAKER PELOSI FOR TELEPHONE TOWN HALL ON BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep. Jared Huffman
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Finding affordable, quality pre-K was difficult even before the pandemic. To get parents and our economy back to work, our #BuildBackBetter legislation invests in early childhood education and makes child care more affordable."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "We know the #ChildTaxCredit is working -- already it's reducing childhood poverty & hunger. We must extend it. AND make it permanent."
Rep. Katherine Clark
Dec. 16, 2021
Congressman Morelle Takes Action to Lower the Cost of Childcare for Monroe County Families
Rep. Joe Morelle
Dec. 16, 2021
Kennedy, Scott, Norman Lead Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Sen. John Kennedy
Dec. 16, 2021
Senate Passes Van Hollen-Sullivan "Foreign Service Families Act"
Sen. Dan Sullivan, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "We'll pursue every means to achieve a path to citizenship in #BuildBackBetter Americans understand fixing our broken immigration system is a moral, economic imperative We stand with millions of immigrant families who deserve better--We won't stop fighting"
Sen. Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "The Child Tax Credit caused a 40% reduction in child poverty -- an unprecedented accomplishment. We must make this permanent by passing #BuildBackBetter."
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021
Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Announce More Than $10 Million in Funding to Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Working families in Wisconsin face rising costs and for many, finding affordable child care has been a major barrier to re-entering the workforce. I'm working to lower costs and make high quality child care more affordable. #BuildBackBetter"
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 16, 2021
Senator Scott, Representative Norman Lead Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Rep. Ralph Norman
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Here's what the #ChildTaxCredit is going towards: keeping food on the table providing child care or daycare buying school supplies paying the bills We have to extend this program for the millions of families counting on it. We have to #BuildBackBetter."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 16, 2021
Huizenga Statement on Safe Release of American Hostages
Rep. Bill Huizenga
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Just announced the Preventing Mandates on Toddlers Act to block the federal gov't from forcing toddlers in the Head Start program to wear masks, even on the playground. This is yet another example of a burdensome Biden admin mandate that is being forced onto American families."
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 16, 2021
Thune, McClain Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Protect Toddlers From Federal Mandates
Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - SENS. CRUZ, SCOTT, REP. NORMAN SEND LETTER URGING HHS SEC. BECERRA TO PROTECT FAITH-BASED CHILD WELFARE PROVIDERS
Rep. Daniel Webster, ...
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "$3,000 extra in a family's annual income when their kid is less than 5 y/o leads to 19% higher future earnings. Investing in the financial security of our children is one of the smartest economic decisions we can make, and that's why it's time to extend the Child Tax Credit."
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021
REP. FRANKEL STATEMENT ON THE LAST ROUND OF MONTHLY CHILD TAX CREDIT PAYMENTS HITTING BANK ACCOUNTS
Rep. Lois Frankel
Dec. 15, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Introduces Bipartisan Legislation To Prevent Big Tobacco And Vaping Companies From Preying On Children With Synthetic Nicotine Loophole
Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Pictured below is the #GOP laughing at a policy that will cut costs for parents and save them over $8,000 a year. The only thing that's funny is how out of touch they are with American families.."
Rep. Katherine Clark
Dec. 15, 2021
One Month Until Child Tax Credit Payments Stop if Senate Doesn't Pass Build Back Better
Rep. Lloyd Doggett
Dec. 15, 2021
VIDEO: CAPITO HEARS FROM LOCAL CHILD CARE PROVIDERS ON IMPACT OF DEMOCRATS' DISASTROUS CHILDCARE PLAN
Sen. Shelley Capito
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "$3,000 extra in a family's annual income when their kid is less than 5 y/o leads to 19% higher future earnings. Investing in the financial security of our children is one of the smartest economic decisions we can make, and that's why it's time to extend the Child Tax Credit."
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021
Young Discusses Rising Cost of Child Care under Democrats' Build Back Better Plan
Sen. Todd Young
Dec. 15, 2021
Tuberville Bill Passes Senate VA Committee
Sen. Tommy Tuberville
Dec. 15, 2021
Carter introduces For the Parents Act
Rep. Buddy Carter
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Fewer options & higher costs -- that's Democrats' idea for childcare reform. A liberal think tank estimated their plan would RAISE costs $13,000 per child. But, Dems have shown they aren't interested in facts or figures, they've set their sights on socialism & aren't looking back."
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 15, 2021
Espaillat Delivers $185 million in Tax Cuts for 77,000 Hardworking New York Families in 2021
Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Virginia families have received over $2 billion from the expanded Child Tax Credit this year -- but today marks the final day families will receive the monthly payment. In order to extend it, we must pass #BuildBackBetter."
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 14, 2021
ICYMI -- On CNN's State of the Union, Klobuchar Highlights Importance of Build Back Better, Legislation to Protect Kids Online
Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 14, 2021
Over 100 Republican Co-Sponsors Join Letlow on the Parents Bill of Rights
Rep. Julia Letlow
Dec. 14, 2021
Bennet Calls For Child Tax Credit Extension In Build Back Better Budget
Sen. Michael Bennet
Dec. 13, 2021
Tweet - "Democrats' child care plan in #BuildBackBetter will give parents more choices and more affordability. It's a practical solution to a huge financial barrier working parents face--and I'm determined to get it done."
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2021
Tweet - "A great editorial out of Leesburg about the ways the Child Tax Credit is impacting real families -- this is a transformative investment that has helped families afford essentials like food and health care. The Senate must extend it."
Sen. Mark Warner
Dec. 13, 2021
Tweet - "More than a million children in Wisconsin have benefited from the monthly Child Tax Credit -- from groceries, day care, to other living costs. I'm working to extend this tax cut into next year for families and put more money in their pockets to support themselves and our economy."
Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 13, 2021
NH Delegation Welcomes $571K to NH to Expand Home Visiting Assistance for Families during Pandemic
Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
Date
Title
Politician
Dec. 20, 2021
Pressley, Clark Tour Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee, Call for Build Back Better Act Passage and Extension of Child Tax Credit
Rep.Ayanna Pressley
Dec. 20, 2021
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America; Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary Dept. of Health and Human Services - Child Needs Who Lost Care Takers Due to Covid
Rep.Yvette Clarke, ...
Dec. 19, 2021
Tweet - "In the spirit of the season, I hope the Senator from West Virginia will at least give kids in the lowest income families a helping hand and millions of Americans suffering from diabetes affordable insulin."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Dec. 19, 2021
SCHNEIDER STATEMENT ON THE STATUS OF BUILD BACK BETTER NEGOTIATIONS
Rep.Brad Schneider
Dec. 19, 2021
Pressley Responds to Manchin Announcement Refusing to Support Build Back Better Act
Rep.Ayanna Pressley
Dec. 19, 2021
Tweet - "Faith-based adoption & foster care agencies perform vital services for foster children across #Iowa and the nation. My colleagues and I are pressing @HHSgov for answers after reversing protections for these faith-based providers."
Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 18, 2021
Tweet - "Anyone ages 16 and up can--and should--get a COVID-19 booster shot. Click the link below to find a vaccination appointment near you. http://vaccinelocator.doh.wa.gov"
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Faith-based childcare providers and agencies play an integral role in caring for our nation's families and children. I'm proud to sign on to this letter to stand up for their rights to run according to their convictions."
Rep.Gary Palmer
Dec. 17, 2021
CAPITO, MANCHIN ANNOUNCE FUNDING FOR HEAD START PROJECTS IN WEST VIRGINIA
Sen.Shelley Capito, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Rep. Sewell Kicks off "Building a Better Alabama" Infrastructure District Tour with Stops in Birmingham and Tuscaloosa
Rep.Terri Sewell
Dec. 17, 2021
Republican Senators Blast Democrats' Senseless Child Care Plan
Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "Folks, I still believe in BBB because I know it would be an incredible piece of legislation for working families. It would cut costs where it matters, giving a break to families that are struggling to keep up with rising child care expenses."
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 17, 2021
SCOTT APPLAUDS BIDEN ADMINISTRATION EFFORT TO HELP SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAMS ADDRESS SUPPLY CHAIN CHALLENGES
Rep.Bobby Scott
Dec. 17, 2021
Tweet - "When my child care plan in #BuildBackBetter is implemented, most working parents will be able to send their child to a provider they choose. Right now the question is, can I find it and can I afford it. This flexibility will be a gamechanger for so many families."
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 16, 2021
REP. HUFFMAN JOINS SPEAKER PELOSI FOR TELEPHONE TOWN HALL ON BUILD BACK BETTER ACT
Rep.Jared Huffman
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Finding affordable, quality pre-K was difficult even before the pandemic. To get parents and our economy back to work, our #BuildBackBetter legislation invests in early childhood education and makes child care more affordable."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "We know the #ChildTaxCredit is working -- already it's reducing childhood poverty & hunger. We must extend it. AND make it permanent."
Rep.Katherine Clark
Dec. 16, 2021
Congressman Morelle Takes Action to Lower the Cost of Childcare for Monroe County Families
Rep.Joe Morelle
Dec. 16, 2021
Kennedy, Scott, Norman Lead Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Sen.John Kennedy
Dec. 16, 2021
Senate Passes Van Hollen-Sullivan "Foreign Service Families Act"
Sen.Dan Sullivan, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "We'll pursue every means to achieve a path to citizenship in #BuildBackBetter Americans understand fixing our broken immigration system is a moral, economic imperative We stand with millions of immigrant families who deserve better--We won't stop fighting"
Sen.Chuck Schumer
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "The Child Tax Credit caused a 40% reduction in child poverty -- an unprecedented accomplishment. We must make this permanent by passing #BuildBackBetter."
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 16, 2021
Sarbanes, Maryland Delegation Announce More Than $10 Million in Funding to Early Childhood Education Programs
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Working families in Wisconsin face rising costs and for many, finding affordable child care has been a major barrier to re-entering the workforce. I'm working to lower costs and make high quality child care more affordable. #BuildBackBetter"
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 16, 2021
Senator Scott, Representative Norman Lead Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Rep.Ralph Norman
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Here's what the #ChildTaxCredit is going towards: keeping food on the table providing child care or daycare buying school supplies paying the bills We have to extend this program for the millions of families counting on it. We have to #BuildBackBetter."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 16, 2021
Huizenga Statement on Safe Release of American Hostages
Rep.Bill Huizenga
Dec. 16, 2021
Tweet - "Just announced the Preventing Mandates on Toddlers Act to block the federal gov't from forcing toddlers in the Head Start program to wear masks, even on the playground. This is yet another example of a burdensome Biden admin mandate that is being forced onto American families."
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 16, 2021
Thune, McClain Introduce Bicameral Legislation to Protect Toddlers From Federal Mandates
Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 16, 2021
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - SENS. CRUZ, SCOTT, REP. NORMAN SEND LETTER URGING HHS SEC. BECERRA TO PROTECT FAITH-BASED CHILD WELFARE PROVIDERS
Rep.Daniel Webster, ...
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "$3,000 extra in a family's annual income when their kid is less than 5 y/o leads to 19% higher future earnings. Investing in the financial security of our children is one of the smartest economic decisions we can make, and that's why it's time to extend the Child Tax Credit."
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021
REP. FRANKEL STATEMENT ON THE LAST ROUND OF MONTHLY CHILD TAX CREDIT PAYMENTS HITTING BANK ACCOUNTS
Rep.Lois Frankel
Dec. 15, 2021
Congressman Krishnamoorthi Introduces Bipartisan Legislation To Prevent Big Tobacco And Vaping Companies From Preying On Children With Synthetic Nicotine Loophole
Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Pictured below is the #GOP laughing at a policy that will cut costs for parents and save them over $8,000 a year. The only thing that's funny is how out of touch they are with American families.."
Rep.Katherine Clark
Dec. 15, 2021
One Month Until Child Tax Credit Payments Stop if Senate Doesn't Pass Build Back Better
Rep.Lloyd Doggett
Dec. 15, 2021
VIDEO: CAPITO HEARS FROM LOCAL CHILD CARE PROVIDERS ON IMPACT OF DEMOCRATS' DISASTROUS CHILDCARE PLAN
Sen.Shelley Capito
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "$3,000 extra in a family's annual income when their kid is less than 5 y/o leads to 19% higher future earnings. Investing in the financial security of our children is one of the smartest economic decisions we can make, and that's why it's time to extend the Child Tax Credit."
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 15, 2021
Young Discusses Rising Cost of Child Care under Democrats' Build Back Better Plan
Sen.Todd Young
Dec. 15, 2021
Tuberville Bill Passes Senate VA Committee
Sen.Tommy Tuberville
Dec. 15, 2021
Carter introduces For the Parents Act
Rep.Buddy Carter
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Fewer options & higher costs -- that's Democrats' idea for childcare reform. A liberal think tank estimated their plan would RAISE costs $13,000 per child. But, Dems have shown they aren't interested in facts or figures, they've set their sights on socialism & aren't looking back."
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 15, 2021
Espaillat Delivers $185 million in Tax Cuts for 77,000 Hardworking New York Families in 2021
Rep.Adriano Espaillat
Dec. 15, 2021
Tweet - "Virginia families have received over $2 billion from the expanded Child Tax Credit this year -- but today marks the final day families will receive the monthly payment. In order to extend it, we must pass #BuildBackBetter."
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 14, 2021
ICYMI -- On CNN's State of the Union, Klobuchar Highlights Importance of Build Back Better, Legislation to Protect Kids Online
Sen.Amy Klobuchar
Dec. 14, 2021
Over 100 Republican Co-Sponsors Join Letlow on the Parents Bill of Rights
Rep.Julia Letlow
Dec. 14, 2021
Bennet Calls For Child Tax Credit Extension In Build Back Better Budget
Sen.Michael Bennet
Dec. 13, 2021
Tweet - "Democrats' child care plan in #BuildBackBetter will give parents more choices and more affordability. It's a practical solution to a huge financial barrier working parents face--and I'm determined to get it done."
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2021
Tweet - "A great editorial out of Leesburg about the ways the Child Tax Credit is impacting real families -- this is a transformative investment that has helped families afford essentials like food and health care. The Senate must extend it."
Sen.Mark Warner
Dec. 13, 2021
Tweet - "More than a million children in Wisconsin have benefited from the monthly Child Tax Credit -- from groceries, day care, to other living costs. I'm working to extend this tax cut into next year for families and put more money in their pockets to support themselves and our economy."
Sen.Tammy Baldwin
Dec. 13, 2021
NH Delegation Welcomes $571K to NH to Expand Home Visiting Assistance for Families during Pandemic
Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
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