Press Releases
Nov 24, 2015
Delegation, NOAA, Clean The Bay Roll Out Plans for Marine Debris Cleanup of Providence & Seekonk Rivers
“For decades, people have talked about cleaning up the Providence and Seekonk Rivers, but today we’re finally moving forward on a plan that will rehabilitate and preserve these critical natural resources. This initiative will create jobs for hardworking Rhode Islanders and strengthen Rhode Island’s tourism industry over the long run."
Nov 23, 2015
Workforce Training Partnerships Look to Fill Open Jobs Now
Issues: Jobs and the Economy
Congressman David N. Cicilline, along with his colleagues in the Rhode Island Congressional Delegation and Governor Gina M. Raimondo, today announced the recipients of the Real Jobs RI implementation grants available through the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training (DLT).
Nov 19, 2015
Cicilline Statement on H.R. 4038
I will continue to work with my colleagues on ways to improve our national security, but today’s bill does nothing to make us safer
Nov 14, 2015
Cicilline Statement on Terrorist Attacks in Paris
These violent acts were designed to strike fear in the hearts of all who value liberty, equality, and fraternity, but they will not succeed.
Nov 10, 2015
Cicilline Statement on Obama Administration’s Endorsement of the Equality Act
Issues: LGBT Issues
As we saw last week in Houston, it is critical that we guarantee LGBT Americans in all 50 states the same rights and protections as all other Americans. I look forward to continuing the fight to pass this bill into law, and I thank President Obama for joining us in this effort.
Nov 4, 2015
East Providence & Woonsocket Awarded $2.2 Million in Federal Housing Assistance
The federal funds will help the cities improve housing and expand economic opportunity in their communities; help homeless residents find shelter and access services; and support local programs that supply affordable housing.
Nov 3, 2015
As Prescription Drug Costs Surge, Cicilline Applauds HHS Efforts to Identify Innovative Solutions
"I look forward to continuing to work with the Administration on ways to improve access to quality, affordable health care in Rhode Island.”
Oct 29, 2015
Cicilline Statement on Speaker Ryan’s Election
"I hope that Speaker Ryan will seize this opportunity to restore bipartisanship and cooperation in the interest of serving the American people."
Oct 28, 2015
Cicilline Statement on House Passage of Two-Year Budget Agreement
Issues: Fiscal Responsibility, Jobs and the Economy
While this budget agreement is far from perfect, it shows how Congress can work together in a bipartisan way to get things done for our country.
Oct 28, 2015
Langevin and Cicilline Speak at “Make It In America: What’s Next?” Member Day Hearing
Congressmen Jim Langevin (RI-02) and David Cicilline (RI-01) joined House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer and other House Democrats today for a “Make It In America: What’s Next?” hearing.
