
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT 2009 INAUGURATION
Unfortunately, due to the high number of requests already received, we are no longer accepting requests for constituent tickets to the upcoming 2009 inauguration of President Barack Obama. Those who have already submitted their names will be notified in approximately two weeks as to the process for distribution and delivery.
11/7/2008 New Unemployment Data Shows Need for Urgent Action Congressman Rangel notes that data released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics underscored the growing needs of millions of American workers struggling in an economy that has shed jobs for ten consecutive months. Full Story
11/5/2008 Rangel: Obama Victory One for All Americans "This is an historic victory, because it proves that the promise of America -- that if you work hard that you can achieve anything that you set out to be -- is still alive and strong....Full Story
10/30/2008 Rangel & Advocates Call On States To Take Advantage Of New Federal Funding To Improve Child Welfare System Congressman Charles Rangel and coalition of local child welfare advocates called on state agencies around the country to take advantage of newly signed federal legislation that promises to invest as much as $3 billion over the next ten years to benefit children who are in foster care, those who transition out of the system, and who are living in adoptive homes. Full Story
10/9/2008
The Bailout Bill: Needed Protection For Affordable Housing "Last week's passage of the $800 billion financial rescue package is only the beginning of what we need to do to return order to Wall Street and relief to taxpayers. More must be done at all levels of government to lend a hand to hard-working families around this country, especially in the area of affordable housing." Full Story
10/8/2008 Congressman Rangel Gets "A" Grade For Votes On Veterans
Congressman Charles Rangel has received an "A" grade from the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) for his votes in the 110th Congress in support of legislation affecting Middle East war veterans. Full Story
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