Press Releases

Cicilline, Langevin, McKee Pushing for Stronger Federal Investments in Child Care

U.S. Congressmen David N. Cicilline (RI-01) and James Langevin (RI-02) held a press conference this morning with Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee to underscore the importance of federal investments in child care for growing Rhode Island’s economy from the bottom up and the middle out. Cicilline and Langevin are working to pass President Biden’s American Families Plan, which would invest a historic amount in child care and universal pre-k.

Cicilline, Murphy Introduce ‘Buy American’ Legislation to Ensure U.S. Government Prioritizes American-Made Goods and American Manufacturers

U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (RI-01) and U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) on Friday reintroduced the 21st Century Buy American Act, legislation that will strengthen existing Buy American laws to eliminate loopholes and ensure government procurement prioritizes American-made goods. The legislation could help create up to 100,000 jobs, according to the non-partisan Economic Policy Institute.

Cicilline Remarks on January 6th Commission

Cicilline Leading Push in Congress to Crack Down on Untraceable Firearms

In order to address the growing threat that ghost guns present to public safety, U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (RI-01) today announced the introduction of the Untraceable Firearms Act of 2021.

Congressional Delegation Encourages Rhode Islanders to Take Advantage of Expanded, Improved Child Tax Credit

Rhode Island’s Congressional Delegation held a press conference with the United Way this morning to encourage eligible Rhode Islanders to take advantage of the expanded, improved Child Tax Credit that Congress established through the American Rescue Plan earlier this year. Eligible Rhode Islanders can take advantage of the Child Tax Credit when filing their federal income taxes, which are due one week from today, May 17th.

Cicilline to Host Smithfield Resident as Virtual Guest for President Biden’s Joint Address to Congress

Cicilline Praises President Biden’s Address

“In his first 100 days, President Biden has taken bold action to address multiple crises facing our country. In the midst of a global pandemic, he has led the way as we delivered much-needed relief for families, small businesses, and communities that are struggling. Tonight, he made clear that his administration is committed to building on this progress and making a once-in-a-generation investment to good-paying create jobs.”

Congressional Equality Caucus Welcomes HUD Action to Prevent Discrimination

Cicilline Statement on DC Statehood

“I was proud to vote for legislation making Washington, D.C., our country’s 51st State today. More than 700,000 Americans call the District of Columbia home. Yet, they still do not have a voice in Congress. This isn’t just wrong, it’s un-American. America is the only democracy in the world that does not provide residents of its capital with voting representation in their national legislature. The Senate should bring this bill up for a vote as soon as possible.”

Cicilline Remarks on NO BAN Act