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March 28, 2019 Tweet - "The Community Health Center & Primary Care Workforce Expansion Act of 2019 expands access to health care for millions of Americans who live with barriers to quality health care access such as income, geography, and insurance status." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 28, 2019 Tweet - "These migrant families are coming to our borders fleeing violence and seeking a better life, but instead of providing them a safe haven this Administration is caging them in parking lots. This is immoral and inhumane. We must stop this madness." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 27, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. James Clyburn Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 27, 2019 Joint Hearing of the Oversight Subcommittee and the Environment Subcommittee for the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Norman, Hearing on "EPA's IRIS Problem" Rep. Ralph Norman
March 27, 2019 Tweet - "Climate change is a fact, not a myth. By pulling us out of the Paris Climate Agreement, this administration is denying accountability in curbing emissions and cutting pollution. We must have #ClimateActionNow so future generations aren't left with the consequences." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 27, 2019 Tweet - "Equal pay for equal work = equal rights. Women still earn 80 cents on average for every dollar men earn. Employers who discriminate must be held accountable. #EqualPay" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2019 Scott, Casey Introduce Anti-Semitism Awareness Act Sen. Tim Scott, ...
March 26, 2019 Sen. Scott Statement on Green New Deal Vote Sen. Tim Scott
March 26, 2019 House Democrats Unveil Legislation to Strengthen Protections for Pre-Existing Conditions and Lower Health Care Costs Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "We must have 100% broadband deployment in our rural communities. The #SaveTheNet Act helps establish broadband access for rural communities through programs like Lifeline and the Connect America Fund." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "Hyper-partisan #gerrymandering has gotten out of hand. The packing and stacking of minority voters are producing districts that don't reflect the diversity of their jurisdictions. This needs to be fully and judiciously addressed. Today @Scotus has the chance to do that." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 24, 2019 Tweet - "We should not construe a four page letter from the Attorney General with the complete findings of Special Counsel Mueller's investigation. The entire findings of the report must be made public to Congress and the American people before we draw any conclusions. #ReleaseTheReport" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "The American people have a right to know everything that is in special counsel Robert Mueller's report. The DOJ must submit the full report to Congress and make it public. #ReleaseTheReport" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 21, 2019 Tweet - "Without #NetNeutrality, internet service providers can slow down speeds, charge inflated prices, and block competitors. The #SaveTheNet Act gives control back to the people, not the providers." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 18, 2019 Tweet - "The 1963 Gideon v. Wainwright @Scotus decision ruled that all defendants have the right to counsel, freeing thousands of people who would have otherwise been imprisoned for crimes they did not commit. However, there is still work to be done in our criminal justice system." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 14, 2019 Sen. Scott Statement on the Emergency Declaration Resolution of Disapproval Sen. Tim Scott
March 14, 2019 Letter to Rep. Bobby Scott, Chair of the House Education and Labor Committee and Rep. Federica Wilson, Chair of the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee of the House Education and Labor Committee - Committee Republicans Request Hearing on "Medicare-for-All" Rep. William Timmons, ...
March 14, 2019 Cassidy, Warren, Scott, Whitehouse Introduce Groundbreaking College Transparency Act Sen. Tim Scott, ...
March 13, 2019 Letter to Rep. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Budget Committee - HASC Republicans Release Views and Estimates Letter Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
March 13, 2019 Tweet - "Fairness & equality are central to our nation's values, yet members of the #LGBTQ community can still be discriminated against in employment, housing, & other areas. Civil rights should apply equitably to all Americans. We must end this discrimination and pass the #EqualityAct." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 12, 2019 Wilson, Deutch, Frankel, Waltz Introduce Resolution on Bob Levinson, Longest-Held American Hostage Rep. Joe Wilson
March 12, 2019 Proposed FY 2020 Budget Shows Strong Commitment to South Carolina Rep. Joe Wilson
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "The #TrumpBudget continues to push tax cuts for the rich & increases the deficit while slashing funds for programs that benefit hard-working Americans most. A budget is a statement of our values, & the president's budget shows that he values corporations over working families." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 11, 2019 Deutch, Wilson, Lieu, Waltz Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S. Hostage Recovery Efforts Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
March 11, 2019 Congressman Wilson Supports Budget Request from President Donald Trump Rep. Joe Wilson
March 11, 2019 Tweet - "This president wants $8.6 billion for his ineffective border wall, but wants to cut money from: -Education -Healthcare -Environmental Protection -Medicare & Medicaid #TrumpBudget" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Enzi, Barrasso sign letter urging administration to increase the number of H-2B workers Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
March 7, 2019 Scott, Sasse, Cotton Introduce Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act of 2019 Sen. Tim Scott
March 6, 2019 Congressman Norman Applauds HHS Secretary Azay for Exempting South Carolina Foster Agencies from Misguided Obama-Era Regulations Rep. Ralph Norman
March 6, 2019 Scott, Klobuchar Launch Bipartisan Senate Entrepreneurship Caucus Sen. Tim Scott
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "Last year, 276,000 gun background checks were not completed in the 3-day window, meaning those guns could have gone to prohibited owners. Our #CharlestonLoophole bill gives the FBI more time to do its job so we can keep guns from prohibited owners." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "In the 21st century, access to a free and open internet isn't a privilege, it's a right. Democrats are working to give power back to the people and #SaveTheNet." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 5, 2019 Congressman Wilson Applauds President Donald Trump's State Of The Union Address Rep. Joe Wilson
March 5, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks how long AAPI women must work into this year, on average, to match the annual pay of white men during the previous calendar year. People ought to be paid equally for doing equal work, regardless of their gender or ethnicity. We must #CloseTheWageGap now!" Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2019 Tweet - "This president's threat to shut down the U.S.-Mexico border or impose auto-tariffs as an attempt to stop asylum is outrageous Any implementation of auto-tariffs would threaten jobs and our economy. We need real immigration reform, not extremist demands." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today, 90 percent of background checks are completed within 90 seconds, and 96 percent are completed within three days. Our bill would allow law enforcement additional time to review the backgrounds of the other 4 percent." Rep. Jim Clyburn
March 2, 2019 Op-Ed-Aiken Standard - Guest column: Calling for public comment on lock and dam Rep. Joe Wilson
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2017, 23% of cases where a gun was transferred to a prohibited purchaser involved someone who had been convicted of domestic violence or who had a restraining order. We must fix the #CharlestonLoophole to keep these weapons from falling into the wrong hands!" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Minority McCarthy, Majority Leader McConnell, Minority Leader Schumer - Rep. Rice Leads Letter Urging Passage of Disaster Supplemental Appropriations Measure Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Cornyn, Murphy Urge Agencies to Fully Implement Fix NICS Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Scott, Cruz Champion Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act Sen. Tim Scott
Feb. 28, 2019 Sen. Cruz Introduces Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Floor Statement on Passage of The "Charleston Loophole" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "FBI analysis of the current background check system shows that 3 business days isn't enough time to decide if someone shouldn't be allowed to own a gun. #HR1112 gives them the time they need to conduct a thorough investigation." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "The #CharlestonLoophole is something all members of Congress should have the courage to change, and I am proud of my House colleagues for displaying that courage today. By doing so, we are one step closer to granting the American people the peace and serenity they deserve." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2015, 9 innocent people were gunned down at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC. The gun used was sold even though the background check wasn't completed. It's past time for thoughts and prayers. We need action. #HR1112 is an important first step." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "96% of gun background checks are completed within 3 business days. #HR1112 would allow the FBI additional time to complete the remaining 4% of background checks to ensure firearms don't fall into the wrong hands." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 27, 2019 Resolution To Recognize the National Debt as a Threat to National Security Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 26, 2019 Letter to Mike Pompeo and Acting Secretary Patrick Shanahan - House Foreign Affairs Committee Presses Administration for Answers on U.S. Weapons with Al-Qaeda Groups in Yemen Rep. Joe Wilson, ...
Feb. 26, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn and Congressman Cunningham Praise Passage of Lands Package Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Date Title Politician
March 28, 2019 Tweet - "The Community Health Center & Primary Care Workforce Expansion Act of 2019 expands access to health care for millions of Americans who live with barriers to quality health care access such as income, geography, and insurance status." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 28, 2019 Tweet - "These migrant families are coming to our borders fleeing violence and seeking a better life, but instead of providing them a safe haven this Administration is caging them in parking lots. This is immoral and inhumane. We must stop this madness." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 27, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. James Clyburn Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 27, 2019 Joint Hearing of the Oversight Subcommittee and the Environment Subcommittee for the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee - Opening Statement of Rep. Norman, Hearing on "EPA's IRIS Problem" Rep.Ralph Norman
March 27, 2019 Tweet - "Climate change is a fact, not a myth. By pulling us out of the Paris Climate Agreement, this administration is denying accountability in curbing emissions and cutting pollution. We must have #ClimateActionNow so future generations aren't left with the consequences." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 27, 2019 Tweet - "Equal pay for equal work = equal rights. Women still earn 80 cents on average for every dollar men earn. Employers who discriminate must be held accountable. #EqualPay" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2019 Scott, Casey Introduce Anti-Semitism Awareness Act Sen.Tim Scott, ...
March 26, 2019 Sen. Scott Statement on Green New Deal Vote Sen.Tim Scott
March 26, 2019 House Democrats Unveil Legislation to Strengthen Protections for Pre-Existing Conditions and Lower Health Care Costs Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "We must have 100% broadband deployment in our rural communities. The #SaveTheNet Act helps establish broadband access for rural communities through programs like Lifeline and the Connect America Fund." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 26, 2019 Tweet - "Hyper-partisan #gerrymandering has gotten out of hand. The packing and stacking of minority voters are producing districts that don't reflect the diversity of their jurisdictions. This needs to be fully and judiciously addressed. Today @Scotus has the chance to do that." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 24, 2019 Tweet - "We should not construe a four page letter from the Attorney General with the complete findings of Special Counsel Mueller's investigation. The entire findings of the report must be made public to Congress and the American people before we draw any conclusions. #ReleaseTheReport" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 22, 2019 Tweet - "The American people have a right to know everything that is in special counsel Robert Mueller's report. The DOJ must submit the full report to Congress and make it public. #ReleaseTheReport" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 21, 2019 Tweet - "Without #NetNeutrality, internet service providers can slow down speeds, charge inflated prices, and block competitors. The #SaveTheNet Act gives control back to the people, not the providers." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 18, 2019 Tweet - "The 1963 Gideon v. Wainwright @Scotus decision ruled that all defendants have the right to counsel, freeing thousands of people who would have otherwise been imprisoned for crimes they did not commit. However, there is still work to be done in our criminal justice system." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 14, 2019 Sen. Scott Statement on the Emergency Declaration Resolution of Disapproval Sen.Tim Scott
March 14, 2019 Letter to Rep. Bobby Scott, Chair of the House Education and Labor Committee and Rep. Federica Wilson, Chair of the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee of the House Education and Labor Committee - Committee Republicans Request Hearing on "Medicare-for-All" Rep.William Timmons, ...
March 14, 2019 Cassidy, Warren, Scott, Whitehouse Introduce Groundbreaking College Transparency Act Sen.Tim Scott, ...
March 13, 2019 Letter to Rep. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Budget Committee - HASC Republicans Release Views and Estimates Letter Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
March 13, 2019 Tweet - "Fairness & equality are central to our nation's values, yet members of the #LGBTQ community can still be discriminated against in employment, housing, & other areas. Civil rights should apply equitably to all Americans. We must end this discrimination and pass the #EqualityAct." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 12, 2019 Wilson, Deutch, Frankel, Waltz Introduce Resolution on Bob Levinson, Longest-Held American Hostage Rep.Joe Wilson
March 12, 2019 Proposed FY 2020 Budget Shows Strong Commitment to South Carolina Rep.Joe Wilson
March 12, 2019 Tweet - "The #TrumpBudget continues to push tax cuts for the rich & increases the deficit while slashing funds for programs that benefit hard-working Americans most. A budget is a statement of our values, & the president's budget shows that he values corporations over working families." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 11, 2019 Deutch, Wilson, Lieu, Waltz Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S. Hostage Recovery Efforts Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
March 11, 2019 Congressman Wilson Supports Budget Request from President Donald Trump Rep.Joe Wilson
March 11, 2019 Tweet - "This president wants $8.6 billion for his ineffective border wall, but wants to cut money from: -Education -Healthcare -Environmental Protection -Medicare & Medicaid #TrumpBudget" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 7, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Enzi, Barrasso sign letter urging administration to increase the number of H-2B workers Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
March 7, 2019 Scott, Sasse, Cotton Introduce Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act of 2019 Sen.Tim Scott
March 6, 2019 Congressman Norman Applauds HHS Secretary Azay for Exempting South Carolina Foster Agencies from Misguided Obama-Era Regulations Rep.Ralph Norman
March 6, 2019 Scott, Klobuchar Launch Bipartisan Senate Entrepreneurship Caucus Sen.Tim Scott
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "Last year, 276,000 gun background checks were not completed in the 3-day window, meaning those guns could have gone to prohibited owners. Our #CharlestonLoophole bill gives the FBI more time to do its job so we can keep guns from prohibited owners." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "In the 21st century, access to a free and open internet isn't a privilege, it's a right. Democrats are working to give power back to the people and #SaveTheNet." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 5, 2019 Congressman Wilson Applauds President Donald Trump's State Of The Union Address Rep.Joe Wilson
March 5, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks how long AAPI women must work into this year, on average, to match the annual pay of white men during the previous calendar year. People ought to be paid equally for doing equal work, regardless of their gender or ethnicity. We must #CloseTheWageGap now!" Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2019 Tweet - "This president's threat to shut down the U.S.-Mexico border or impose auto-tariffs as an attempt to stop asylum is outrageous Any implementation of auto-tariffs would threaten jobs and our economy. We need real immigration reform, not extremist demands." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today, 90 percent of background checks are completed within 90 seconds, and 96 percent are completed within three days. Our bill would allow law enforcement additional time to review the backgrounds of the other 4 percent." Rep.Jim Clyburn
March 2, 2019 Op-Ed-Aiken Standard - Guest column: Calling for public comment on lock and dam Rep.Joe Wilson
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2017, 23% of cases where a gun was transferred to a prohibited purchaser involved someone who had been convicted of domestic violence or who had a restraining order. We must fix the #CharlestonLoophole to keep these weapons from falling into the wrong hands!" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Letter to Speaker Pelosi, Minority McCarthy, Majority Leader McConnell, Minority Leader Schumer - Rep. Rice Leads Letter Urging Passage of Disaster Supplemental Appropriations Measure Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, United States Attorney General - Cornyn, Murphy Urge Agencies to Fully Implement Fix NICS Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Scott, Cruz Champion Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act Sen.Tim Scott
Feb. 28, 2019 Sen. Cruz Introduces Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 28, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Floor Statement on Passage of The "Charleston Loophole" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "FBI analysis of the current background check system shows that 3 business days isn't enough time to decide if someone shouldn't be allowed to own a gun. #HR1112 gives them the time they need to conduct a thorough investigation." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "The #CharlestonLoophole is something all members of Congress should have the courage to change, and I am proud of my House colleagues for displaying that courage today. By doing so, we are one step closer to granting the American people the peace and serenity they deserve." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "In 2015, 9 innocent people were gunned down at the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC. The gun used was sold even though the background check wasn't completed. It's past time for thoughts and prayers. We need action. #HR1112 is an important first step." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 28, 2019 Tweet - "96% of gun background checks are completed within 3 business days. #HR1112 would allow the FBI additional time to complete the remaining 4% of background checks to ensure firearms don't fall into the wrong hands." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 27, 2019 Resolution To Recognize the National Debt as a Threat to National Security Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Feb. 26, 2019 Letter to Mike Pompeo and Acting Secretary Patrick Shanahan - House Foreign Affairs Committee Presses Administration for Answers on U.S. Weapons with Al-Qaeda Groups in Yemen Rep.Joe Wilson, ...
Feb. 26, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn and Congressman Cunningham Praise Passage of Lands Package Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
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