Despite deep divisions in Congress, Welch says progress is possible on infrastructure, energy, debt
“When we don’t pass a budget it’s an indication that Congress is not functioning,” Welch told Rotarians.
Leahy statement at hearing on Video Privacy Protection Act
For immediate release Jan. 31, 2012 [Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) spoke today at a Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing focusing on the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA). Leahy was the lead author of the VPPA, which is considered one of the nation’s model privacy laws. The VPPA was swiftly passed by Congress following concerns raised [...]
Kunin: Occupy Congress
I believe it is time for the Occupiers to focus. If there is one issue, that cuts across all the others–it is need to curb the power of money to influence politics.
Leahy invites Stenger to testify in Congress about EB-5 foreign investor program
Leahy has invited Bill Stenger, the president and co-owner of Vermont’s Jay Peak Resort, to testify at the hearing. Among other important Vermont businesses, both Jay Peak and Sugarbush, two of Vermont’s destination ski resorts, have successfully raised capital through the Regional Center program, and have been engaged in ambitious development projects.
On video: Welch tries to find consensus as partisans continue to wage bitter fights in Congress
In a letter to the Super Committee, which is charged with finding $1.5 billion in savings by Nov. 23, Rep. Peter Welch said the move would save $122 billion over the next 10 years.
Shumlin: Vermont faces financial disaster if Congress doesn’t act
The governor told reporters at a “working session” on Thursday that the state could face a budget crisis that could set the state’s transportation program back by 10 years.
Welch fights GOP attempt to gut Clean Air Act standards VIDEO
Over the strong objection of Rep. Peter Welch, the House today passed yet another bill aimed at dismantling landmark environmental protection laws and handcuffing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The anti-environmental measure passed by a vote of 249 to 169.
FEMA: Vermonters should sign up for federally-backed flood insurance
While funding for the National Flood Insurance Program has traditionally been extended by Congress, officials warn that during the period between its expiration and when a new funding measure is approved, residents seeking flood insurance may be unable to acquire it.
Welch to House leaders: “Vermont needs major disaster assistance”
“Vermont is responding promptly and energetically to repair and rebuild,” Welch said in the letter to House Speaker John Boehner and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi. “But we cannot do it alone.”
Sanders to pitch payroll tax expansion to shore up Social Security
Sanders is pushing for an expansion of the 6.2 percent payroll tax to include earned income that exceeds $250,000 per year. Sanders also wants Congress to hold the fund harmless as it develops deficit reduction proposals.
