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Rep. Joe Courtney

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U.S. Congressman proudly fighting for the residents of Connecticut’s 2nd Congressional District.

Vernon, CT
Joined October 2009
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@RepJoeCourtney
Rep. Joe Courtney
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3/Liat’s release through a bilateral, negotiated ceasefire is further proof that we need a lasting ceasefire which returns all Israeli hostages still held by Hamas, ends civilian bloodshed in Gaza, and puts the region on a path to lasting peace.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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2/On Oct 8th, Waterford's Jerry Fischer called me with the news that his cousin, Liat Beinin Atzili, had been taken hostage by Hamas. My office worked closely with Jerry to ensure her safe release. After over 50 days in captivity, Liat returned home during the November ceasefire.
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@RepJoeCourtney
Rep. Joe Courtney
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1/One year after Hamas’ October 7th brutal terrorist attack on Israel, we remember the innocent lives lost on that day. We must achieve a ceasefire agreement as soon as possible.
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@RepJoeCourtney
Rep. Joe Courtney
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Veterans benefits should increase to match the cost of living. Last week, we successfully tied the 2025 VA cost of living adjustment to the Social Security COLA. I shared the good news and more at the Stafford Veterans Coffeehouse with American Legion Post 26 CDR John Barry.
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@RepJoeCourtney
Rep. Joe Courtney
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Thank you to the members of the CT National Guard who are answering the call to help the people of North Carolina!
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Governor Ned Lamont
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In response to a request from North Carolina seeking additional assistance with Helene recovery, we are sending a second @CTNationalGuard team to help. This includes another CH-47 Chinook helicopter, a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter, and a 16-member aircrew. Thanks to these soldiers!
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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Eastern CT is helping make AUKUS a success. I welcomed @UnderSecT  for visit to Navy Sub School with RADM Van Poots & Sub School CO CAPT Fanning. Thanks to my bipartisan Courtney-Gallagher 2023 NDAA amendment, Aussie submariners are training here alongside U.S. Navy officers.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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For far too long, America’s seniors have been forced to overpay for the medications they need. Starting next year, out-of-pocket Rx drug costs will be capped at $2,000/year for Medicare beneficiaries.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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This new Navy contract for Electric Boat is a testament to EB's skilled shipbuilders. They are delivering on submarine repair and maintenance while keeping momentum strong in new sub construction. We authorized this funding in Congress. Great to see awarded by the Navy.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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Great to join the ribbon cutting for Westbrook High School’s renovated welding lab! The lab was made possible in part funds I secured in Congress. Through a collaboration with Electric Boat, Westbrook is expanding the number of students who can gain skills for good careers.
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@RepJoeCourtney
Rep. Joe Courtney
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Oakdale’s James A. LaCouriere (USAF, Ret.) is a longtime leader in eastern CT’s veteran community. Now, he is serving millions of veterans nationwide as the elected national commander of the American Legion. Congratulations on this huge achievement, James! A proud moment for CT.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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Such a great time at Greek Fest in Norwich. The moussaka & baklava were fabulous! Greek values are at the core of American values, and @OrderOfAHEPA carries them on today. Thanks to AHEPA Previous Supreme President John Grossomanides for updating me on their work in eastern CT.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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This week, I met with ANCOR during their visit to Congress. ANCOR provides critical care and services for Connecticut residents with disabilities. We discussed the challenges they face with staffing, and how I can help address them with support from Congress.
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@RepJoeCourtney
Rep. Joe Courtney
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From retail shops to cutting edge precision defense manufacturing companies, Enfield is home to great innovators and entrepreneurs. This week, I had the privilege to highlight how my office and I are helping fuel economic opportunity across the town.
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@RepJoeCourtney
Rep. Joe Courtney
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Expanding affordable child care is critical to helping parents in the workforce. This week, the American Rescue Plan, a bill I helped enact, delivered $17M in federal funds to expand affordable child care to nearly 30% of CT families with kids under 5.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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Contrary to what you might hear at political rallies or read on social media, America is not a nation in decline. For proof of our nation’s bright future, look no further than the newest U.S. Navy sailors and our strong global alliances.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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Today, I joined my Rep. & Dem. colleagues to avert a shutdown with a short-term funding bill. Passage of the bill will ensure federal employees, including over 9,000 sailors in Groton and thousands of Coast Guard Academy personnel, continue to receive pay without interruption.
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Rep. Joe Courtney
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Old Saybrook's Common Cents EMS Supply has been in business since 1996 – providing equipment for first responders, including Electric Boat’s fire department. Thanks to Owner J.T. Dunn and VP Joe Johnson for updating me on their critical work when I stopped by earlier this month.
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