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Wednesday August 24, 2016
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Friday July 08, 2016
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Saturday June 04, 2016
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Friday April 29, 2016
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Tuesday March 08, 2016
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Tuesday March 01, 2016
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the statement below on the passing of Dr. Jay McGowan, President of Bellarmine University
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Thursday February 04, 2016
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the passing of former Kentucky Senator Marlow Cook.
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Saturday January 30, 2016
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the passing of civil rights leader Georgia Powers.
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Wednesday January 20, 2016
Representatives John Yarmuth (D-Ky.) and Anna G. Eshoo (D-Calif.) are calling on the FCC exercise its authority under existing law to require the disclosure of the true sponsors of political ads.
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Tuesday January 12, 2016
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the statement below following President Obama's final State of the Union address:
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Wednesday December 02, 2015
The House approved a bipartisan reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) that included two measures championed by Rep. John Yarmuth (KY-3).
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Wednesday December 02, 2015
This morning, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear in the closing week of his final term.
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Thursday November 19, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the statement below following his votes on legislative proposals addressing our country's refugee system.
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Monday October 26, 2015
A huge swath of Dixie Highway, from Broadway to the Gene Snyder Freeway, soon will be transformed into a modern, safer, more pedestrian-friendly corridor, thanks to a $16.9 million federal grant announced today by U.S. Rep. John Yarmuth, Gov. Steve Beshear and Mayor Greg Fischer.
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Monday October 05, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) announced that YouthBuild Louisville will receive a $1.1 million grant from the Department of Labor for workforce development and academic and occupational skills training.
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Saturday August 01, 2015
By Reps. Luis Gutiérrez (D-Ill.) and John Yarmuth (D-Ky.)
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Tuesday July 14, 2015
"This historic agreement is a victory for American diplomacy and international security. We now have a clear plan to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon...
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Thursday July 09, 2015
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Friday July 03, 2015
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Friday June 26, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's 5-4 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges
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Thursday June 25, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's 6-3 decision on King v. Burwell
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Saturday June 20, 2015
By Rep. John Yarmuth and Rep. Ed Whitfield for the Courier-Journal
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Friday May 15, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) introduced a Constitutional amendment to override a key element of the Supreme Court's disastrous Citizens United and McCutcheon decisions
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Thursday April 30, 2015
Legislation would unmasks donors behind organizations paying for political ads
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Thursday April 30, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senior District Judge John G. Heyburn II
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Wednesday April 15, 2015
Bill would reauthorize the only federal program targeted solely to help runaway youth
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Thursday April 02, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the announcement of a framework agreement between P5+1 negotiators and Iran.
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Friday March 27, 2015
Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) will host Louisville-area middle and high school students on Tuesday evening for U.S. Service Academy Information Night, an event designed to help students interested in the military academies understand the nomination and appointment process.
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Tuesday March 10, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on Senate Republicans' Iran letter:
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Monday March 09, 2015
Trinity High School senior Ben Kline has won the National Competition and Louisville Male High School senior Hannah Seaver has won of the online Community Choice Competition
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Thursday February 26, 2015
As a strong supporter of an open internet, I welcome today's vote at the Federal Communications Commission to ensure that the internet remains a catalyst for innovation, commerce, and creativity.
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Friday February 20, 2015
The legislation would use public television to expand education and workforce training initiatives
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Thursday February 12, 2015
Bill would halt new mountaintop removal permits while officials assess health dangers
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Thursday February 12, 2015
As a Jewish member of Congress, and as someone who proudly supports the State of Israel, I am saddened by the breakdown of the traditionally bipartisan cooperation on issues affecting that nation, precipitated by the impending speech of Prime Minister Netanyahu to Congress on March 3.
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Tuesday February 10, 2015
LEARN Act would help students read and write at grade level, address needs of new economy
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Monday February 02, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on President Obama's FY2016 budget proposal...
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Thursday January 22, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the passing of former United States Senator and Kentucky Governor Wendell Ford:
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Tuesday January 20, 2015
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement in response to President Obama's State of the Union address:
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Wednesday December 10, 2014
"We are better than this – America doesn't condone torture or hide from the truth."
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Tuesday November 11, 2014
"Every year on Veterans Day, we come together to honor those who have sacrificed for our liberty and our national defense."
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Thursday October 30, 2014
Training will be available in 13 counties in Kentucky, Southern Indiana.
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Friday October 17, 2014
"We have clear scientific evidence that mountaintop removal coal mining jeopardizes the health of coalfield residents, and today's study is more proof that we can no longer ignore the dangerous impact of this destructive practice."
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Thursday October 16, 2014
Hearing to examine the national public health response to Ebola in the United States.
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Tuesday October 07, 2014
Grants totaling $1.25 million were awarded to the 7th Street Corridor PAL Coalition and the Louisville Alliance for Youth.
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Friday September 26, 2014
Major federal investment supports more fleet upgrades.
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Wednesday September 24, 2014
Lawmaker renews call to fix broken immigration system with comprehensive reform.
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Monday September 22, 2014
Congressman, JCPS Superintendent Hargens highlight importance of broader access to preschool for Louisville families.
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Wednesday September 10, 2014
Tonight, Congressman Yarmuth issued the following statement on President Obama's plan to confront the terrorist group ISIL.
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Wednesday September 10, 2014
Watch Congressman Yarmuth's recent remarks on campaign finance reform.
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Tuesday September 09, 2014
Federal investment under VAWA will bolster civil legal assistance programs.
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Monday September 08, 2014
Appliance Park has been a fixture in our community for generations, powered by a strong and dedicated workforce that has helped keep Louisville at the forefront of the revitalization of American manufacturing.
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Saturday September 06, 2014
Republican Leadership in Congress has spent the past two years blocking and undermining attempts -- even bipartisan ones -- to fix our broken immigration system.
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Monday September 01, 2014
"I am honored to stand with workers as we fight for policies to empower Louisville families, grow our economy, and keep America at the top of the world economy."
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Wednesday August 27, 2014
Strong federal investment will help at-risk youth turn lives around.
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Wednesday August 06, 2014
Affordable Care Act grants will help expand behavioral health care services to low-income and underserved residents.
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Monday August 04, 2014
Congressman rallies with workers, business owners, labor leaders, and local lawmakers to call for a $10.10 federal minimum wage.
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Saturday August 02, 2014
"Rather than punishing children seeking refuge from violence, Congress should be working to find ways to accommodate them as they move through our legal immigration system."
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Wednesday July 30, 2014
"This legislation is a strong first step, but there is more work to be done to ensure every veteran gets the care they need, when they need it."
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Wednesday July 30, 2014
Rep. Yarmuth marks health care reform's success in the Commonwealth.
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Thursday July 24, 2014
The Paul Ryan poverty initiative claims to consolidate and streamline federal anti-poverty programs without cutting current resource levels. Yet the Ryan budget guts federal anti-poverty programs to subsidize new tax cuts for the wealthy and corporate special interests.
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Wednesday July 23, 2014
House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee discusses Yarmuth bill to require first federal health study of mountaintop removal coal mining.
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Tuesday July 22, 2014
"Congress clearly intended for the law to help Americans purchasing health insurance in the new marketplaces regardless of whether the federal government or a state was operating the exchange."
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Tuesday July 15, 2014
With House set to vote on a short-term bill, Yarmuth calls on colleagues to think bigger.
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Monday July 14, 2014
Taking responsible steps to reduce poverty is not merely a moral imperative but an economic one. And Congress should act now.
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Friday July 11, 2014
As Republican Leadership pursues this lawsuit, Congressman Yarmuth continues to support legislation to create good jobs and raise workers' wages, rebuild our crumbling infrastructure, and fix our broken immigration system.
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Wednesday July 02, 2014
"We must continue working to improve our laws to combat injustice while never forgetting the extraordinary sacrifices that brought us to this point."
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Tuesday July 01, 2014
Ruling striking down Kentucky's marriage ban affirms once again that there is no government interest in discrimination against same-sex couples.
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Monday June 30, 2014
Rep. Yarmuth was part of the House "Gang of 8," a group of four Republicans and four Democrats that worked to craft a comprehensive immigration reform bill.
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Monday June 30, 2014
"No one should come between a woman and her doctor – including her boss."
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Friday June 20, 2014
"Our nation has sacrificed enough, and it is time for the Iraqi people to make the tough choices and decide their future."
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Wednesday June 11, 2014
The Congressional response to the senseless loss of our children, educators, friends, and neighbors to gun violence has been silence – moments of silence on this Floor, amplified only by the cowardice from those in this body who refuse to stand up for basic public safety.
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Friday May 30, 2014
The ongoing revelations of undelivered care and misconduct at VA medical facilities are a national disgrace.
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Thursday May 29, 2014
McConnell's claim that we can keep Kynect and still repeal the Affordable Care Act is as absurd as it is disingenuous, and our constituents deserve to know that.
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Friday May 23, 2014
On Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation.
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Thursday May 22, 2014
The allegations of delayed and deferred care at VA medical facilities, as well as separate waiting lists and other strategies that obscure the truth, are absolutely shameful.
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Tuesday May 20, 2014
Every week Congress fails to act, an additional 72,000 Americans – or one person every 8 seconds – lose their emergency unemployment insurance.
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Monday May 12, 2014
Grey's watercolor portrait, "Jeff," will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol's "Artistic Discovery" corridor for one year.
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Friday May 09, 2014
Resolution recognizes 50th anniversary of Congressional declaration of bourbon as a distinctive product of the United States, economic contributions to Kentucky.
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Thursday April 10, 2014
New report shows damaging impact on Kentucky seniors, students, and middle-class families.
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Wednesday April 09, 2014
Republican Budget cuts to domestic investments next year would mean 1,400 fewer grants for scientific and medical research through the National Institutes of Health.
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Wednesday April 02, 2014
Without aggregate limits, an individual may contribute millions to candidates and political parties, providing the wealthy even more influence on public policy through our elections.
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Tuesday April 01, 2014
Democrats have a different vision. We are working to create jobs and strengthen the middle class, protect Medicare, make education more affordable, and build our economy by investing in workers – not special interests.
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Wednesday March 26, 2014
A fair minimum wage reaffirms the basic American idea that if you put in 40 hours a week, you should be able to put food on your family's table every day.
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Tuesday March 25, 2014
Holding up a bottle of Eastern Kentucky well water turned orange by mine waste contamination, Congressman Yarmuth implored his colleagues to address the public health crisis in mining communities in a speech on the House floor this afternoon.
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Monday March 24, 2014
Congressman Yarmuth issued the following statement in recognition of the fourth anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, which became law on March 23, 2010.
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Monday March 10, 2014
Third HOPE VI revitalization in Louisville will include 454 new homes.
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Tuesday March 04, 2014
"Attorney General Conway gave this case the thorough analysis it required, and his conclusion will place him and our Commonwealth on the right side of history."
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Tuesday February 25, 2014
$70 million grant will help university establish applied science and engineering park.
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Wednesday February 12, 2014
"Today's ruling is an important step forward in the march toward recognition of all marriages under the law and full equality in our Commonwealth."
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Thursday January 30, 2014
Ford Motor Company is investing $80 million and add 350 new jobs at the Kentucky Truck plant in Louisville.
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Wednesday January 29, 2014
"A good education, a fair wage for a day's work, the guarantee of a secure retirement, and access to affordable health care are pillars of our economy and fundamental responsibilities of our society."
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Wednesday January 22, 2014
"It's not hard to figure why Congress is so unpopular right now: As outside money has flooded the political system, the public's perception of government has eroded."
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Wednesday January 15, 2014
"The progress achieved thus far demonstrates that diplomacy is working," Yarmuth said. "Congressional action now could jeopardize that progress, undermine the diplomatic process, and weaken our nation's position in future negotiations."
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Wednesday January 08, 2014
Eradicating poverty is a 'moral imperative.'
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Saturday December 14, 2013
"The losses we have endured from gun violence will remain forever, but the way we respond to them can change today."
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Thursday December 12, 2013
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Thursday December 12, 2013
In a speech on the House Floor this afternoon, Congressman Yarmuth congratulated the DeSales Colts on their victory in Saturday's Class 2A High School Football Championship game.
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Friday December 06, 2013
East Broadway Community Health Center, fueled by Affordable Care Act grant, is largest expansion project in nonprofit health center's history.
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Tuesday December 03, 2013
In a speech on the House floor, Congressman Yarmuth highlighted the story of Will Russell, a Louisville small-business owner who is benefiting from the Affordable Care Act.
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Wednesday November 20, 2013
During a House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing on the Affordable Care Act yesterday, Congressman Yarmuth questioned Deputy Chief Information Officer Henry Chao of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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Thursday November 14, 2013
"In some cases, the grandfathering provision of the Affordable Care Act did not protect consumers from insurance companies' decisions to cancel policies, and this change will help fix that," Congressman Yarmuth said.
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Wednesday November 13, 2013
In a speech on the House floor this afternoon, Congressman Yarmuth cited the success of kynect, Kentucky's health care exchange, while warning against a return to a broken health care system.
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Wednesday November 13, 2013
Ford will produce new Lincoln MKC in Louisville.
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Monday November 11, 2013
Each Veterans Day, we come together to honor those who have sacrificed for our nation's defense, democracy, and prosperity...
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Thursday November 07, 2013
"There are no exceptions to equality," Congressman Yarmuth said.
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Tuesday October 08, 2013
Rep. Yarmuth on eliminating aggregate limits for campaign contributors: ‘The last thing Congress needs is more special-interest candidates who don't answer to the American people'
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Friday October 04, 2013
Next week, Sen. McConnell and his big-money allies in the Republican Party will once again ask the Supreme Court to give billionaires more influence on public policy through our elections.
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Tuesday October 01, 2013
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Thursday September 19, 2013
"Today's House vote to strip nearly $40 billion from federal food assistance programs directly threatens the health and financial security of the more than 44,000 Louisville families who depend on these programs to put food on their tables."
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Wednesday September 18, 2013
Congressman Yarmuth selected to serve on the influential House Committee on Energy and Commerce, which oversees critical issues relating to Americans' health, safety, and security, as well as energy policy and manufacturing.
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Wednesday September 11, 2013
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Tuesday September 10, 2013
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Monday September 02, 2013
Labor Day is an opportunity to honor the hardworking men and women who helped lay the foundation of American prosperity while we also recognize those who work hard every day to keep our nation and our economy strong.
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Friday August 23, 2013
Up to 75 homes being renovated with federal funds.
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Wednesday July 17, 2013
LEARN Act would help students read and write at grade level, address needs of new economy.
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Thursday July 11, 2013
Legislation would use public television to expand education and workforce training initiatives.
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Wednesday July 10, 2013
Investment will help nonprofit health providers implement comprehensive outreach and enrollment programs.
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Tuesday July 09, 2013
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Monday July 01, 2013
Congressman Yarmuth and Mayor Fischer announce additional shared lane and bike symbol markings for cyclists.
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Wednesday June 26, 2013
Today, the Supreme Court affirmed marriage equality as a fundamental right.
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Tuesday June 25, 2013
This plan will not only make the air we breathe safer, it will also spur investments in clean, sustainable energy technologies that will help our businesses grow and create new jobs.
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Tuesday June 25, 2013
In wake of Supreme Court decision on Voting Rights Act, it's now up to Congress to preserve voting rights for all citizens.
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Friday June 14, 2013
It is shameful that six months after Newtown, Congress has failed to enact a single gun-safety measure.
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Thursday June 06, 2013
Honor Flight brings veterans to Washington on 69th Anniversary of D-Day.
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Wednesday June 05, 2013
In a speech on the House Floor today, Congressman Yarmuth called on Congress to enact legislation to update the 1963 Equal Pay Act and guarantee pay equity for women in the workplace.
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Thursday May 09, 2013
With the expansion of Medicaid, 308,000 uninsured Kentuckians will soon have access to affordable, quality health care and the economic stability that comes with it.
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Tuesday April 23, 2013
U.S. Department of Education honors school for reducing environmental impact, improving health, and offering environmental education.
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Monday April 22, 2013
Jingjing Xiao of duPont Manual voted Community Choice winner
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Wednesday April 17, 2013
A bipartisan group of eight Members from the U.S. House of Representatives released the following statement today regarding their efforts for comprehensive reform of the U.S. immigration system.
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Thursday April 11, 2013
Congressman praises Louisville Cardinals basketball teams in a speech on the House Floor.
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Thursday March 28, 2013
Congressman Yarmuth writes in The Courier-Journal that Congress should vote immediately to end the sequester, which is hurting Louisville families.
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Thursday February 28, 2013
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Wednesday February 20, 2013
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Tuesday February 12, 2013
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Tuesday February 12, 2013
Bipartisan bill to significantly strengthen original law approved in Senate today
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Wednesday February 06, 2013
Bill would halt new mountaintop removal permits while officials assess health dangers.
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Monday February 04, 2013
Sign up now for financial assistance in high-growth career training
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Wednesday January 16, 2013
Fair Elections Now Act Would Elevate Small-Dollar Campaign Donors in Elections
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Tuesday January 15, 2013
Legislation would establish grants to promote global understanding and communication.
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Monday January 14, 2013
The full text of Congressman Yarmuth's op-ed in Sunday's Courier-Journal.
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Monday December 31, 2012
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) spoke on the House Floor regarding the looming fiscal cliff deadline.
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Thursday December 20, 2012
Fourth-term lawmaker will have prominent role in debates that will dominate 113th Congress.
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Wednesday December 19, 2012
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Monday December 17, 2012
Last Friday's incomprehensible tragedy in Connecticut requires every citizen, and certainly every public official, to reflect on our responsibilities to our fellow citizens.
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Monday December 10, 2012
Third HOPE VI revitalization in Louisville will include 454 new homes.
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Tuesday December 04, 2012
Louisville-based organization receives $10,000 federal investment.
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Friday November 30, 2012
Bank Enterprise Award Program supports financial institutions that invest in distressed communities.
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Thursday November 08, 2012
$10.5 million federal grant will help provide training and technical assistance to more than 400 runaway and homeless youth agencies across the country.
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Thursday November 08, 2012
"Access to affordable education is key to helping families build strong futures and enriching our community," said Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3). "That is why I am proud to support this federal investment, which will help Spalding students pursuing care
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Monday September 17, 2012
Federal investment will provide scholarships to support core studies in science, math, and engineering.
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Tuesday September 11, 2012
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Tuesday September 04, 2012
Funding supports community coalitions that work to prevent substance abuse among young Louisvillians.
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Monday September 03, 2012
LOUISVILLE -- Congressman John Yarmuth issued the following statement to mark Labor Day.
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Wednesday August 29, 2012
In a ceremony Wednesday afternoon, Congressman Yarmuth presented two Louisville-based members of the Montford Point Marines – the first African-Americans in the U.S. armed forces – with the highest civilian award in the United States.
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Monday August 27, 2012
Expanded route follows success of two frequent bus arrivals made possible through federal investments.
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Thursday August 23, 2012
Funds will support infrastructure improvements and upgrades at the Bluegrass Commerce Park, enhancing its economic competitiveness in the region.
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Monday August 06, 2012
Funds to continue program that provides for homelessness prevention services and case management for veterans and their families in the Louisville, Lexington, and Ashland areas of Kentucky.
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Thursday August 02, 2012
Republican tax plan would raise taxes on members of U.S. military by as much as $1,100, middle-class families by $1,000
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Wednesday August 01, 2012
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the final federal approval of the Ohio River Bridges Project.
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Wednesday August 01, 2012
Yarmuth says new buses will lower costs, help clean up the environment.
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Wednesday August 01, 2012
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the resignation of Congressman Geoff Davis (KY-4).
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Thursday July 26, 2012
New Rule in Affordable Care Act Requires Insurers to Refund Portion of Premiums.
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Wednesday July 25, 2012
Corporate Voices for Working Families and Working Mother Media named Yarmuth a recipient of the 2012 Best of Congress Award, which celebrates lawmakers for their leadership in improving the quality of life for working families.
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Monday July 23, 2012
Century-old buildings saved for planned investment; contaminated buildings to be razed for interstate widening.
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Wednesday July 18, 2012
More than 50 local employers looking to fill 1,500-plus jobs will attend.
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Tuesday July 17, 2012
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the announcement that Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear has issued an executive order creating the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange.
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Monday July 02, 2012
Project will reduce harmful particulate pollution by city vehicles.
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Friday June 29, 2012
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Yarmuth issued the following statement on the passage of legislation to keep student loan interest rates from doubling for more than 7 million American students:
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Thursday June 28, 2012
Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement on the selection of the Brownsboro Road/Watterson Expressway site for the new VA Hospital
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Thursday June 28, 2012
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Yarmuth issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Affordable Care Act:
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Wednesday June 27, 2012
Consumer-centered insurance plans created under Affordable Care Act are designed to increase competition in individual and small-business markets
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Monday June 25, 2012
Congressman John Yarmuth issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision to reverse a Montana court's ruling to maintain the state's ban on corporate campaign contributions.
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Wednesday June 20, 2012
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) released the following statement on the Federal Highway Administration's approval of the Record of Decision for the Ohio River Bridges Project:
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Wednesday June 13, 2012
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Thursday June 07, 2012
National Network to End Domestic Violence Thanks Yarmuth for Commitment to Supporting Victims, Ending Domestic Violence.
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Wednesday June 06, 2012
"As part of the Greatest Generation, these veterans will always be defined by their honor, sense of duty, and sacrifice on behalf of our nation."
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Monday May 28, 2012
"Today, we remember the thousands of American troops lost, in war and in peace, throughout our great history..."
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Monday May 21, 2012
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Friday May 18, 2012
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Wednesday May 16, 2012
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Wednesday May 02, 2012
Affordable Care Act grants will provide services to more than 10,000 new patients.
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Thursday April 26, 2012
Amendment exempts any rule or regulation related to health or safety of U.S. service members and veterans from Regulatory Freeze for Jobs Act.
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Monday April 23, 2012
Second group completes training for electrical trade employment;program uses federal investments for job training in skilled trades.
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Friday April 20, 2012
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Tuesday April 17, 2012
Achieving equal pay for women has been a top priority for Yarmuth and Congressional Democrats.
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Wednesday April 11, 2012
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Wednesday March 28, 2012
Federal Highway Administration expects to approve Supplemental Final Environmental Impact Statement soon.
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Wednesday March 28, 2012
Congressmen say the game is "already a victory for the Commonwealth.
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Friday March 23, 2012
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Monday March 19, 2012
Savings of nearly $40 billion will provide direct assistance to American drivers struggling with high gas prices through one-time payments.
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Thursday March 15, 2012
The Commonwealth was one of 25 states and the District of Columbia to receive the grants.
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Monday February 27, 2012
The winning artist's work will hang in the halls of the United States Capitol for an entire year.
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Monday February 13, 2012
DISCLOSE 2012 Act counters effects of unlimited, anonymous special-interest money in campaigns by implementing disclosure requirements.
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Friday February 10, 2012
Company opening first new manufacturing facility in Louisville in more than 50 years.
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Thursday February 09, 2012
State cleared to move ahead with its own innovative education reforms.
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Monday February 06, 2012
New study reveals signature industry in the midst of a worldwide resurgence centered in the Commonwealth.
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Friday January 20, 2012
"It has been two years since the Supreme Court rendered its decision, and American politics is becoming more corrupt by the dollar," Yarmuth said.
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Wednesday January 18, 2012
Establishes federal grant program to preserve Ali's legacy of global respect, understanding, and communication.
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Tuesday December 20, 2011
Constitutional amendment overturns key provision of Citizens United, establishes that money does not equal speech; also allows for public financing of federal elections.
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Thursday November 17, 2011
Supports Alternative that Reins in Deficit, Protects Social Security, Provides for Emergency Response and Investment in Large-Scale Infrastructure Projects
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Thursday November 17, 2011
A Key Component of President Obama's American Jobs Act, Bipartisan Bill Will Provide Tax Credits to Spur Hiring, Resources to Ease Transition into the Workforce
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Wednesday November 16, 2011
Event Also Features More than 40 Currently-hiring Employers Representing 500+ Jobs
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Thursday November 03, 2011
Amendment would have exempted the federal agencies serving Veterans arbitrary workforce cuts required by Republican legislation
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Thursday November 03, 2011
More than Twenty-Five Currently-Hiring Local Employers to be Represented
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Wednesday October 26, 2011
(Washington, DC) Yesterday, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) voted to approve legislation awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to the Montford Point Marines – the nation's first African-American members of the United States Marine Corps.
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Wednesday October 19, 2011
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Thursday October 13, 2011
Yarmuth's amendment to Postal Reform Bill would have preserved funding for the delivery of ballots to and from active duty military and military families
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Wednesday September 28, 2011
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Wednesday September 28, 2011
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Wednesday September 21, 2011
Congressman Yarmuth Addresses the Closure of the Sherman Minton Bridge
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Tuesday September 20, 2011
Created by legislation authored by the Congressman, new center will
revolutionize education through advanced technologies
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Tuesday September 20, 2011
Dr. Garrett Adams Testifies in Front of Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee on Primary Health and Aging
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Tuesday September 06, 2011
Three Local Community Coalitions Receive Support for Initiatives Proven to Reduce Youth Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Usage
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Thursday August 25, 2011
$1.57 million in federal funding over five years awarded to Educational Talent Search program to help 750 students annually finish High School and advance to college
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Monday August 01, 2011
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Thursday July 21, 2011
Free Event features Louisville employers and workshops on Resume Writing, Interviewing and Job-Hunting
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Thursday July 14, 2011
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-03) called on his colleagues in the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee to take immediate steps to investigate illegal foreclosures on active duty members of the military.
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Thursday July 07, 2011
1,800 Jobs to be added to re-tooled Louisville Assembly Plant thanks to federal investment
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Wednesday July 06, 2011
New sessions added following successful workshops last month
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Friday June 24, 2011
LEARN Act Supported by Dozens of Literacy Organizations Nationwide
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Wednesday June 15, 2011
Funds vital to completion of upgrades that will help bring larger, long-range aircraft to Louisville
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Monday June 13, 2011
Louisville's efforts to reposition the Park Hill Industrial Corridor to attract a new generation of innovative businesses received a boost thanks to $900,000 in federal funds Mayor Greg Fischer and Congressman John Yarmuth announced today.
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Monday June 13, 2011
As part of $75.8 million grant, YouthBuild Louisville is awarded funds to continue local youth programs for two more years.
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Tuesday May 31, 2011
$26 million Recovery Act investment in Southwest Louisville will support construction of new classrooms, a new auditorium, and a new gymnasium.
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Thursday May 26, 2011
Louisville Native Troy Yocum's 7,000 Mile Walk Across U.S. to Support Military Familes Stops in Washington
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Monday May 23, 2011
"With the help of Congressman John Yarmuth's leadership hundreds more Louisville families will have the opportunity to live in vibrant mixed-income communities thanks to the $22 million dollar HOPE VI grant awarded today," said HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan.
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Thursday May 05, 2011
Democratic Effort to Force Vote on Legislation to End Billions in Taxpayer Giveaways
to Exxon, BP, and Chevron Defeated Today Along Party Lines
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Monday May 02, 2011
"The death of Osama bin Laden stands as our nation's most significant strike in the fight against al-Qaeda to date and a military victory unrivaled for decades. While we hear so much about what divides this country, there is no question that with this historic victory, America stands united, as one."
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Saturday April 16, 2011
Congressman Questions Reckless Republican Choice to End Medicare while Cutting Taxes for the Wealthiest Americans
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Friday April 08, 2011
Congressman Answers Constituent Questions, Urges Support of Bipartisan Legislation to Guarantee Members of the Military are Paid
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Tuesday April 05, 2011
Today, Congress John Yarmuth (KY-03) announced an open invitation to Louisville's aspiring young artists to take part in the 2011 Congressional Art Competition. This marks the fifth year Yarmuth has hosted the prestigious competition and the first during which Louisville high school students can submit their work online.
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Friday March 18, 2011
Fairness in Taxation Act Creates New Tax Brackets For Super-Rich
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Wednesday March 16, 2011
Congressman Yarmuth to Participate in "Gabrielle Giffords Honorary Save-a-Life Saturday"
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Tuesday March 08, 2011
Healthy Start Award Celebrates Yarmuth's support of efforts that have nearly doubled availability of prenatal care in Louisville
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Wednesday February 23, 2011
(Louisville, Kentucky) – Today, White House Drug Policy Director Gil Kerlikowske and Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) spoke with veterans at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville to learn about their experiences in treatment for substance abuse and barriers to recovery.
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Wednesday February 23, 2011
Federal Funds will help provide training opportunities and career support over the next two years for job seekers and adults already working in health care and auto manufacturing in Kentucky and Southern Indiana
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Wednesday February 09, 2011
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement following the news that Rep. Paul Ryan (WI-1) entered his preferred federal spending levels into the Congressional Record yesterday– the only action now required to set these levels for the federal budget.
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Wednesday February 02, 2011
Louisville, KY (02/02/11) – Lyndon Fire and Rescue has recently been awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) from the Federal Government. The grant, in the amount of $51,745, will be used to enhance the department's Information Technology Systems.
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Friday January 28, 2011
New Role Places Louisville Lawmaker on Three High-Profile Committees
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Tuesday January 25, 2011
"Tonight was about the difficult choices we face as a nation, and President Obama mapped out an ambitious plan for fiscal responsibly that focuses on programs that are critical to our economic recovery. In Louisville, federal investments have revitalized manufacturing at Ford and Appliance Park, leading to the creation of thousands of jobs. If we do not continue to make these investments in innovation as well as education and infrastructure we will essentially surrender our nation to our global competitors."
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Friday January 21, 2011
(Louisville, KY) On Monday, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) will join Secretary of State Trey Grayson and University of Louisville Political Science professor Jasmine Farrier for a panel discussion entitled "Do Words Matter in Political Discourse? A Community Discussion."
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Friday January 21, 2011
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement regarding President Obama's decision to name GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt as head of the Administration's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness:
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Friday January 21, 2011
(Washington, DC) Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) has been selected to serve on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for the 112th Congress, well-positioning the third-term lawmaker to evaluate the federal government's efforts on issues ranging from the housing crisis and regulation of the financial industry to implementation of the new health care law and programs to revitalize our economy, to national security and our military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Thursday January 20, 2011
Congressman's First Action is to Introduce Bill to End "King-for-a-Day" Rule and Halt Unprecedented, Unilateral Budgeting Power Grab by Republican Leadership
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Saturday January 08, 2011
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Tuesday January 04, 2011
Proposal to Give One Member Extraordinary Unilateral Power Over Federal Spending, Makes Mockery of Legislative Process, Attacks Principles of Our Democracy
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Thursday December 16, 2010
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement after voting against the extension of Bush-era tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans:
"The long-term costs of this bill are far more damaging to our nation than the short-term gains. Borrowing money to give tax cuts to the rich – tax cuts that are more than most families make in a year – is unconscionable. Economics shows this is a dead-end. History proves it would be disastrous. And basic morality dictates that our priorities should focus on making our economy work for everyone – not just the wealthy few."
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Thursday December 09, 2010
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement regarding Ford's announcement of a new $600 million investment to re-tool its Louisville Assembly Plant and adding 1,800 new workers to build the next-generation Ford Escape.
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Monday October 18, 2010
1,100 New Jobs Announced at GE Since June of 2009
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Friday October 01, 2010
Funding Will Put More Police on Louisville's Streets than Ever Before
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Thursday September 23, 2010
Small Business Jobs Act Expected to Help Expand Lending to Millions of Entrepreneurs
and Create 500,000 New Jobs
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Wednesday September 22, 2010
General Electric's Appliance Park in Louisville, Kentucky included in Vice President Biden's New Report on 100 Recovery Act Projects Changing America
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Wednesday September 15, 2010
Technology Project Funded by Recovery Act Grant and Library Foundation Match
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Wednesday September 08, 2010
Funding will help Hundreds of Louisville Students Break Barriers to Attending College
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Monday August 30, 2010
Renovation of Jackson Woods will Provide 60 Affordable Housing Units and Create up to 80 Jobs
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Friday August 20, 2010
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) called on the current and incoming CEOs of General Motors Company (GM) to immediately reconsider opening new facilities in Mexico while that company remains indebted to American taxpayers.
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Wednesday August 18, 2010
LOUISVILLE, KY – In front of the former St. Bartholomew school, Congressman John Yarmuth announced $3 million for Catholic Charities of Louisville and co-developer, The Housing Partnership, Inc., to develop the structure into 24 units of senior housing.
"Catholic Charities and the Housing Partnership continually make invaluable contributions to our community," said Congressman Yarmuth. "I am thrilled that federal dollars will soon support this latest project, providing critically needed affordable housing options for Louisville seniors, as well as spurring economic development and creating jobs."
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Tuesday August 10, 2010
Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act Keeps Teachers, Police, and Firefighters on the Job while shutting tax loopholes that encourage outsourcing
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Thursday July 29, 2010
This week, Congress approved and sent to your desk the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2010. As you are aware, this legislation includes $37.1 billion for military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, and $21.7 billion for urgent domestic priorities. I voted in favor of this bill, but I want to be clear that my vote should not be mistaken as support for our Afghanistan war strategy.
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Thursday July 29, 2010
(Washington, DC) Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives approved Congressman John Yarmuth's (KY-3) request for $534,000 in funding for the Kentucky Air National Guard's new Contingency Response Group facility. Housing the Louisville-based 123rd Airlift Wing's new unit, this facility will allow the Contingency Response group to support and fulfill military, emergency response, and Homeland Security missions.
"When our Commonwealth was struck by natural disasters over the past two years, the men and women of the Guard's Contingency Response Group were among the first on the scene to provide Kentucky families with critical assistance and support," said Congressman Yarmuth. "I am honored to help ensure the Guard has the resources needed to continue to carry out critical missions at home and abroad."
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Friday July 16, 2010
(Louisville, KY) – Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) and Mayor Jerry Abramson announced that the Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government will receive more than $2.2 million in federal funding from the Department of Homeland Security to help upgrade the local and regional emergency communication systems used by police, firefighters, and other first responders.
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Friday July 16, 2010
(Louisville, KY) Yesterday, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) introduced new legislation that will encourage the growth of the domestic manufacturing sector and help create new American jobs. Extending and expanding tax credits available to manufacturers of energy efficient products, the Revitalizing American Manufacturing Act will help decrease domestic production costs, incentivizing private sector employers to build their products within the United States - and not overseas.
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Thursday July 01, 2010
New Legislation Ends "Too Big to Fail" and Creates Unprecedented New Consumer Protections to End Abusive Predatory Lending
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Thursday July 01, 2010
DISCLOSE Act Includes Strict New ‘Sunlight' Provisions to Prevent Manipulation of American Elections
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Friday June 25, 2010
Facility tour will showcase the success of the Recovery Act in spurring innovation in energy-efficient technology, creating hundreds of new jobs, and ushering in a new era American manufacturing at Appliance Park.
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Thursday June 17, 2010
New Health Care Reform Law Offers $250 Rebate to Seniors Who Fall in Medicare's "Donut Hole" Coverage Gap
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Wednesday June 02, 2010
Legislation uses innovative Public Television model to develop adult education and job training programs and improve teacher training, classroom instruction and school readiness efforts
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Wednesday May 26, 2010
Day-long Event will Feature Free Workshops on Resume Writing, Interview Coaching, Career Counseling, and Job-Hunting Advice
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Tuesday May 11, 2010
Endorsed By National Association of Realtors, The Real Estate Investment Incentive Act Would Encourage Investment in Sector Currently Lagging Behind Economic Recovery
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Monday May 10, 2010
Students from Male and Fern Creek Also Honored At Ceremony For Yarmuth's 4th Annual Competition
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Monday May 03, 2010
As of May 1, Children of Fallen Heroes Can Apply for John David Fry Scholarship
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Tuesday April 27, 2010
Legislation to Block Automatic Pay Raise Approved in House
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Friday April 23, 2010
Department of Education has now provided more than $1.1 billion to Commonwealth from Recovery Act
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Tuesday April 20, 2010
Resolution Condemns Supreme Court's Decision to Allow Unlimited Spending By Foreign-Owned Corporations, Wall Street Banks, and Bailed-Out CEOs
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Tuesday April 20, 2010
Eligible Businesses Will Receive Postcards From IRS Explaining Immediate Benefit of New Health Care Reform Law
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Thursday April 15, 2010
Recovery Act Tax Credits and Other Cuts Signed into Law Last Year Put An Average of $1,037 Back in the Hands of Working People
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Tuesday April 13, 2010
Grants include $170,000 in funds for electronic program to expedite issuance of domestic violence/ emergency protection orders
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Thursday April 08, 2010
Welcoming Home Students Returning from Educational Exchange in Serbia, Louisville Lawmaker Presents Funds to Promote Service Learning and Leadership Training
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Wednesday April 07, 2010
Funds will go toward purchase of snow removal equipment, runway improvements, noise reduction programs, and the construction of a new taxiway
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Thursday March 25, 2010
3/25/2010
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Monday March 22, 2010
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act will help 15,000 Louisville small businesses, end discrimination for pre-existing conditions, and improve Medicare for 117,000 Louisvillians
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Wednesday March 17, 2010
(Washington, DC) Health care reform legislation that will soon come to a vote in the House of Representatives will bring significant benefits to Kentucky's 3rd Congressional District.
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Wednesday March 10, 2010
Yarmuth Implemented Same Policy for His Congressional Office in 2008
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Wednesday February 24, 2010
New Legislation Will End Exemption from Antitrust Law for Insurance Industry, Increasing Competition Among Insurers and Helping Control Costs for Consumers
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Friday February 19, 2010
(Louisville, KY) – Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) and Mayor Jerry Abramson announced the Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Emergency Management Agency (EMA) would receive $300,000 in federal funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to develop a new plan to minimize energy shortages in the case of severe weather or disaster.
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Tuesday February 02, 2010
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) released the following statement in response to President Barack Obama's new Small Business Lending Fund:
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Tuesday February 02, 2010
Budget includes $450 million to set the stage for enactment of Yarmuth's Comprehensive Literacy Legislation and $4 billion for Infrastructure Bank
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Thursday January 21, 2010
Monday, February 22, 2010
8:30am - 12:00pm
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Wednesday January 20, 2010
H.R. 4462 Would Allow Individuals Who Donate to Quake Relief in 2010 to claim a Charitable Tax Deduction Immediately.
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Tuesday January 19, 2010
(Louisville, KY) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) released the following statement in response to the news that Francene Cucinello, long-time radio host at 84 WHAS in Louisville, had passed away
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Friday January 15, 2010
Information on Earthquake Response and U.S. Citizens in Haiti
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Thursday January 14, 2010
Wall Street Bonus Tax Act Will Penalize TARP-funded Wall Street Banks for
Irresponsible Bonuses
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Monday January 11, 2010
Funding Will be Used to Spur Clean Energy Innovation and Create Jobs in Louisville
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Monday January 11, 2010
Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) announced $2.95 million in federal funding he secured in the FY2010 budget for three research initiatives at the University of Louisville.
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Wednesday December 23, 2009
Defense Appropriations Act Includes Funds for Major Research Initiatives at UofL
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Tuesday December 22, 2009
Yarmuth's Digital Learning Initiative Also Gains Steam, $500k
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Wednesday December 16, 2009
New Group Focuses on Long-term Job-Creation Initiatives, Economic Growth, and Strengthening Domestic Industries
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Wednesday December 16, 2009
(Washington, DC) Today, the House of Representatives approved – by a vote of 423 to 1 - H. Res. 905, legislation introduced by Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) honoring the life of one of Louisville's most distinguished natives - Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis - on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of his retirement from the Court.
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Monday December 14, 2009
The "Give Credit to Main Street Act" Will Provide $20 Billion in Low-Interest, Direct Loans to American Small Businesses
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Friday December 11, 2009
Legislation Will Crack Down on Predatory Lending and Harmful Financial Products
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Thursday December 10, 2009
Bill Also Includes Provision Sponsored by Yarmuth to Name VA Hospital after Robley Rex
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Wednesday December 09, 2009
Legislation will provide $31 billion in tax relief to spur investment and job growth
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Tuesday November 24, 2009
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) announced that YouthBuild Louisville will receive $100,000 in funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to fund vocational instruction programs and energy-efficient building training for Louisville young people.
"During difficult economic times, we need to focus more than ever on creating employment opportunities," said Congressman Yarmuth. "This Recovery Act funding invests directly in preparing Louisville young people for jobs in fields that will be thriving for decades to come."
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Tuesday November 17, 2009
(Washington, DC) Yesterday, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) introduced H. Res. 905, legislation recognizing the career of Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of his retirement from the Court.
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Thursday November 12, 2009
More Louisvillians Can Now Get Help Thanks to Extension and Expansion
of Homebuyer Tax Credit
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Tuesday November 10, 2009
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 10, 2009)– Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3), Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Ken Lucas, and representatives from the Legal Aid Society of Louisville announced that the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has awarded a $79,000 grant to the Legal Aid Society to provide legal assistance to low-income veterans in Kentucky.
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Saturday November 07, 2009
Affordable Health Care for America Act Will Make High-Quality Health Care More Affordable for Hundreds of Thousands of Louisvillians
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Thursday November 05, 2009
New bill will create a comprehensive federal program to support literacy instruction in states; comes at a time when literacy funding is limited by state budget shortfalls
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Thursday October 29, 2009
Funds To Support Metro Fire Department, expand New UofL Research Initiatives, Strengthen Flood Control Measures Signed into Law
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Tuesday October 13, 2009
Registration Options Available Online or via Phone
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Tuesday October 13, 2009
Funding will be used to support 7th Street Corridor PAL Coalition
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Tuesday October 06, 2009
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) was announced as the 2009 recipient of the National Aging Impact Award by the Southeastern Association of Area Agencies on Aging. Given to just one national public policymaker each year, the Aging Impact Award recognizes contributions that benefit the quality of life for older Americans in the areas of advocacy, public policy change, and developing and expanding support programs.
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Wednesday September 30, 2009
Today, the House of Representatives approved H.Res. 314, a resolution sponsored by Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) to honor the 125th Anniversary of the production of Hillerich & Bradsby's Louisville Slugger baseball bats.
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Tuesday September 29, 2009
Up to $3,000 to be made available to veterans due assistance from Post 9/11 G.I. Bill
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Wednesday September 23, 2009
Legislation will provide Louisvillians searching for work with 13 more weeks of assistance
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Friday September 18, 2009
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement in support of the recent decision by the Department of Energy to provide a $5.9 billion loan federal loan closed to help Ford Motor Company retool facilities in Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, and Ohio.
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Tuesday September 15, 2009
(Washington, DC) Today, Congressman John Yarmuth (KY-3) issued the following statement in support of the decision by the Environmental Protection Agency to conduct detailed reviews of pending permits for surface coal-mining projects.
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Monday August 31, 2009
Funding will be used for life-saving research and the development of new disease treatments
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Thursday August 27, 2009
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Wednesday August 26, 2009
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Tuesday August 11, 2009
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Monday July 27, 2009
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Tuesday July 14, 2009
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Friday July 10, 2009
$600,000 will expand facilities used for military and Homeland Security missions
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Monday July 06, 2009
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Wednesday July 01, 2009
Yarmuth's successful, year-long fight for Louisville HIDTA designation will mean significant resources for local law enforcement to combat drug trafficking
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Wednesday July 01, 2009
Federal Stimulus Funding Will Help Provide Job Training and Educational Opportunities for Louisville Youth
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Thursday June 25, 2009
Funds to help stations purchase emergency generators
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Monday June 22, 2009
Funds will be used to support program seeking to reduce infant mortality
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Wednesday June 17, 2009
Bipartisan group will work to strengthen the bourbon industry and protect the Commonwealth's most well-known export
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Thursday June 11, 2009
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Tuesday June 09, 2009
Funds will be used to revamp taxiways and airfield safety improvements
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Tuesday May 26, 2009
Funding will be used for educational and counseling programs on prevention and treatment
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Wednesday May 20, 2009
Legislation will protect consumers from arbitrary rate hikes and unfair practices
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Wednesday May 13, 2009
Yarmuth Announces Legislation to Save Money for Working Parents
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Thursday April 30, 2009
Yarmuth-sponsored law will pay for college education of 21st century veterans
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Wednesday April 29, 2009
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Wednesday April 29, 2009
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Wednesday April 29, 2009
PACE Act would lift unfair burden on Churchill Downs & horse racing fans
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Monday April 27, 2009
Senators Kennedy and Dodd, Chairmen Miller & Kildee among those joining Yarmuth
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Monday April 20, 2009
Cutting edge projects for City and Zoo will save money, utilize renewable technology
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Sunday April 19, 2009
Yarmuth delivers overdue medals at ceremony for family and friends
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Friday April 17, 2009
Colleen O'Dell's work to be displayed in Capitol as part of year long national exhibition
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Thursday March 26, 2009
Payments will inject more than $13 Billion into Economy
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Tuesday March 24, 2009
Action follows conversation between Louisville Lawmaker and CEQ Chair
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Thursday March 12, 2009
President Obama signs bill that provides funds to airport, bridges, TARC, Iroquois Park, and other community programs
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Monday March 09, 2009
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Thursday March 05, 2009
The Helping Families Save Their Homes Act comes at no cost to the taxpayer
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Friday February 13, 2009
Funding will be used to install new airfield signage
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Thursday February 12, 2009
House passes resolution honoring civil rights group
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Tuesday February 10, 2009
Modeled on local success, nationwide initiative will coordinate, expand emergency services
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Tuesday February 10, 2009
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Thursday February 05, 2009
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Wednesday February 04, 2009
President Obama signs law to insure 11 million kids, 115,000 in Kentucky
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Wednesday February 04, 2009
Yarmuth supports bill to help Louisvillians in need of assistance
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Wednesday February 04, 2009
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Monday February 02, 2009
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Thursday January 29, 2009
Legislation, co-sponsored by Louisville lawmaker, becomes first law signed by President Obama
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Wednesday January 28, 2009
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Tuesday January 27, 2009
Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act restores American workers' rights
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Monday January 26, 2009
Plan would get kids much-needed attention, streamline bureaucracy, cut govt. waste
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Friday January 23, 2009
Ways & Means package to provide tax relief, spur job creation, invest in clean energy
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Thursday January 15, 2009
Will also serve on Ways & Means Social Security and Select Revenue Measures Subcommittees
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Wednesday January 14, 2009
SCHIP bill will ensure 11 million kids, including 4 million who are not currently covered
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Thursday December 11, 2008
Selection Committee names second term member in rare move
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Thursday October 30, 2008
Yarmuth given national award for legislation that originated at his disconnected youth forum in Louisville
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Wednesday October 08, 2008
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Friday October 03, 2008
Yarmuth writes open letter to Louisville on Emergency Economic Rescue Plan
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Saturday September 27, 2008
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Wednesday September 24, 2008
Bill to clear final hurdle this week, head to President's desk
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Tuesday September 23, 2008
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Tuesday September 23, 2008
Modeled after local success, nationwide initiative will coordinate and expand emergency services
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Friday September 19, 2008
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Thursday September 18, 2008
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Monday September 15, 2008
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Friday August 22, 2008
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Tuesday August 12, 2008
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Friday August 01, 2008
Louisville hospital is sole project to receive funding not requested by President
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Thursday July 31, 2008
Bill to make college more affordable is expected to pass Senate tonight, and go to President's desk to be signed into law
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Wednesday July 23, 2008
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Thursday July 17, 2008
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Friday July 11, 2008
Yarmuth lauds enactment of crucial economic provision
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Thursday July 10, 2008
Louisville lawmaker takes House Floor to demand immediate action
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Wednesday July 09, 2008
Funding will provide good jobs, revitalize Russell neighborhood
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Wednesday July 02, 2008
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Tuesday July 01, 2008
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Friday June 27, 2008
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Thursday June 26, 2008
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Wednesday June 25, 2008
Bill will provide tax relief for 43,000 in Louisville
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Wednesday June 25, 2008
Louisville hospital is sole project to receive funding not requested by President
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Saturday June 21, 2008
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Thursday June 19, 2008
Initial funding part of FY09 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Bill
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Thursday June 12, 2008
Provision requires NASA to make global warming information, taxpayer-funded research available to the public
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Thursday June 12, 2008
For oil companies not producing on 68 million acres of U.S. land they hold, bill requires them to ‘use it or lose it'
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Monday June 09, 2008
5-year reauthorization legislation grew out of community-wide effort in Louisville
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Wednesday May 28, 2008
Modeled after local success, nationwide initiative will coordinate and expand emergency services
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Friday May 23, 2008
House Passes Defense Authorization, President threatens veto
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Wednesday May 14, 2008
Yarmuth called for measure that halts purchases for Strategic Petroleum Reserve
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Thursday May 08, 2008
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Tuesday May 06, 2008
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Monday April 28, 2008
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Friday April 25, 2008
Winning piece will hang in the Capitol as part of year long national exhibition
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Wednesday April 23, 2008
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Wednesday April 23, 2008
Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act halts harmful Medicaid regulations
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Tuesday April 22, 2008
Federal Funding Will Go Toward Noise Mitigation for Surrounding Areas
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Tuesday April 22, 2008
Congressman brings stories of Louisville residents to House Floor
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Wednesday April 09, 2008
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Tuesday April 08, 2008
"Voice of the People" encourages Louisvillians to submit stories, experiences for the House Floor and Congressional Record
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Monday April 07, 2008
Public-private partnership initiative would create jobs, spur long-term economic growth, and provide much-needed funds for transportation and infrastructure
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Thursday March 27, 2008
Mayor Abramson, Dr. Troutman laud the Congressman's work in securing federal funds to fill gap in services
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Wednesday March 19, 2008
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Monday March 10, 2008
Louisville lawmaker pursuing legislation to expand organization's Emergency Crisis Response Team Program this spring
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Friday March 07, 2008
Funds will provide 38 new positions at Louisville's Every 1 Reads, Community Action Partnership
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Wednesday March 05, 2008
Bipartisan advocacy group of more than 100,000 members praise Louisville lawmaker
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Monday March 03, 2008
Introduction of five-year authorization comes after Louisvillians testify in Washington
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Friday February 29, 2008
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Friday February 29, 2008
Key national child advocacy group gives Louisville lawmaker 100% score for 2007
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Thursday February 28, 2008
Hikes Point Post Office to be renamed "Iraq and Afghanistan Fallen Military Heroes of Louisville Memorial Post Office"
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Wednesday February 27, 2008
Action comes as Louisville gas prices skyrocket, top $3.30 per gallon
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Monday February 25, 2008
winning piece will hang in the Capitol as part of year long national exhibition
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Friday February 22, 2008
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Thursday February 21, 2008
Louisville lawmaker is among 33 to earn 100% on National Environmental Scorecard
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Wednesday February 20, 2008
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Tuesday February 19, 2008
Louisville Mayor Abramson, Shively Mayor Conner laud announcement
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Thursday February 07, 2008
Landmark reauthorization expected pass the House today
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Monday February 04, 2008
$492,000 for LMPD mobile data terminals presented to Mayor Abramson, Chief White
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Thursday January 24, 2008
Provisions provide relief for small business, hard-working families
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Wednesday January 23, 2008
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Wednesday January 23, 2008
Provision is Yarmuth's fourth favored by leadership to be included in bipartisan stimulus plan
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Tuesday January 22, 2008
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Friday December 21, 2007
Areas receiving support include the city's transportation infrastructure, flood control, healthcare, education, and scientific research.
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Tuesday December 18, 2007
Bill increases Fuel Efficiency, reduces dependence on foreign oil, reduce energy bills
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Wednesday December 05, 2007
[Audio Included]Bill is Now on its way to the President's Desk to be Signed into Law
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Thursday November 15, 2007
First Reauthorization in a Decade Includes Five Yarmuth Initiatives
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Wednesday November 14, 2007
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Wednesday November 14, 2007
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Friday November 09, 2007
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Friday November 09, 2007
Yarmuth Supports Tax Relief for 43,000 Louisville Families
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Thursday November 01, 2007
HUD funding will go toward affordable housing for seniors
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Thursday October 25, 2007
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Thursday October 18, 2007
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Tuesday October 02, 2007
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Tuesday October 02, 2007
Some Businesses in Jefferson County Eligible for Small Business Loans.
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Thursday September 27, 2007
Largest Investment in Higher Ed since G.I. Bill, No New Cost to Taxpayer
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Tuesday September 25, 2007
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Friday September 21, 2007
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Friday September 21, 2007
Other Award Honorees Include Former Presidents Clinton and Bush
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Wednesday September 12, 2007
Funding will provide services for Louisville families in need
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Monday September 10, 2007
Audio Attached
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Friday September 07, 2007
Congressman Fought to Restore JAG Funding that will Benefit Louisville, Shively
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Thursday September 06, 2007
Federal Funding Will Help Construct New Taxiway
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Tuesday August 28, 2007
Congressman takes "great pride" in South End
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Friday August 24, 2007
Congressman lauded for "steadfast commitment to providing our service men and women with the best possible care"
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Wednesday August 01, 2007
Other Award Recipients Include Former Presidents Clinton and Bush
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Monday July 30, 2007
Legislation Aims to Guarantee Students with Autism a Quality Education
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Thursday July 26, 2007
Yarmuth's total secured for local projects this year now more than $50 million
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Wednesday July 25, 2007
Federal Program Helps Reduce Violent and Drug Related Crime
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Tuesday July 24, 2007
17 year-old Rusty Booker moves committee with tale of abuse to accomplishment
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Friday July 20, 2007
Brings Yarmuth's total funding secured for local projects this year to nearly $50 million
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Wednesday July 18, 2007
Funds will be used for McAlpine Locks & Dam, Louisville Science Center, Flood Prevention
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Tuesday July 17, 2007
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Friday July 13, 2007
Funding will go to Airport, TARC, Ohio River Bridges, and Community Development Projects
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Thursday July 12, 2007
House Backs Measure to Responsibly Redeploy American Troops
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Wednesday July 11, 2007
$18 Billion Investment in Higher Ed is Largest since G.I. Bill, No New Cost to Tax Payer
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Sunday July 01, 2007
Community offers expertise and feedback as Yarmuth prepares to improve the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act
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Thursday June 28, 2007
Funding will Provide Relief for 1,500 Households Plagued by Sewer Overflow
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Tuesday June 26, 2007
"The catholic conference of Kentucky welcomes this opportunity to endorse legislation that will improve the lives of low income childless workers..."
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Saturday June 23, 2007
Yarmuth's Legislation will Prevent 250,000 Americans from being Taxed into Poverty
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Friday June 22, 2007
Funding that will Help Create Louisville Laboratory for Development of Small Business Clears Legislative Hurdle
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Wednesday June 20, 2007
Funds will support regional workforce development
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Tuesday June 19, 2007
Yarmuth's Legislation: A Crucial Step Forward
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Wednesday June 13, 2007
Amendment Includes Aid for Those in Teaching, Law Enforcement, Nursing, and other Public Service Fields
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Wednesday June 06, 2007
"I was really impressed that Congressman Yarmuth... It shows he listens to people." -Joe Cain, Director of National Affairs for Kentucky Farm Bureau.
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Tuesday June 05, 2007
Program will Help Louisville Organizations Keep up with Federal Funding Opportunities
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Sunday June 03, 2007
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Wednesday May 30, 2007
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Friday May 25, 2007
House and Senate Approve Provision to Support Local Vets, President Expected to Sign
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Thursday May 24, 2007
Hearing Follows Passage of Largest Veteran Healthcare Funding Increase in History
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Tuesday May 22, 2007
Legislation Tackles Oil Company Collusion and Price Gouging
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Friday May 18, 2007
Facility Provides Health Services for 40,000 People
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Tuesday May 15, 2007
Legislation Would Provide $10 Million for Louisville Law Enforcement
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Monday May 14, 2007
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Monday May 14, 2007
Legislation, Introduced Today, Focuses on Youth Literacy
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Wednesday May 09, 2007
Measure will End Preferred Status of Lenders that Exploit Students
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Thursday May 03, 2007
"Shield Bill" Reaffirms Anonymity of Sources
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Tuesday May 01, 2007
Late Freeze Costs Farmers Millions
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Tuesday May 01, 2007
VA: Flexible on Location, will Include Community in Decision Making Process
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Friday April 27, 2007
Federal Grant to Fund Two Sewage Pump Out Facilities
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Thursday April 26, 2007
Federal Funding to Oral and Neurological Diseases
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Wednesday April 25, 2007
House Passes Iraq Policy, Bush Vows Veto
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Tuesday April 24, 2007
Doctor Admits to Yarmuth He Signed Unique Agreement to Keep Details Quiet
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Friday April 20, 2007
Yarmuth Investigates Reading First, "The Enron of Education"
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Wednesday April 18, 2007
Yarmuth Co-sponsors Voter Confidence & Increased Accessibility Act
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Friday April 13, 2007
Federal Funding to Study Listening Skills in Children
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Wednesday April 04, 2007
Federal Funding Will Go Toward Noise Mitigation for Surrounding Areas
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Tuesday April 03, 2007
Bipartisan Legislation Focuses on Teenage Literacy
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Thursday March 29, 2007
Congressman Leads Effort to Block Several of President's Budget Cuts
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Wednesday March 28, 2007
Yarmuth Championed Efforts Following Historic Walter Reed Hearing
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Tuesday March 27, 2007
Louisville Leaders Hear from Top Officials at Yarmuth's Briefing
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Friday March 23, 2007
Yarmuth Hails "Historic Opportunity to Bring About an End to this Catastrophe"
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Monday March 19, 2007
Programs with Proposed Cuts are Vital to Louisville Law Enforcement, Security
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Friday March 16, 2007
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Wednesday March 14, 2007
Secretary Peters Commits to Working on Bridges with Congressman Yarmuth
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Tuesday March 13, 2007
Rare Bicameral Hearing Kicks off No Child Left Behind Reauthorization
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Friday March 09, 2007
Yarmuth Continues Work to Ensure Troops and Veterans Receive Proper Treatment
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Tuesday March 06, 2007
Weak Disclosure Regulations Cause Some Workers Lose More Than $100,000
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Monday March 05, 2007
Hearing to Examine Care and Conditions of the Facility is First of its Kind
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Monday March 05, 2007
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Thursday March 01, 2007
House Passed Legislation will Ensure Employees can 'Negotiate for Better Wages, Benefits, and Working Conditions'
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Thursday March 01, 2007
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Tuesday February 27, 2007
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Friday February 16, 2007
Legislation Will Provide Boost for Business, Bring Momentum to Minimum Wage Increase
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Friday February 16, 2007
Yarmuth: Vote Sends Signal to White House to Halt Escalation, Change Course
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Monday February 12, 2007
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Wednesday February 07, 2007
Measure Confronts Growing Number of Meth Lab Seizures in Louisville
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Wednesday February 07, 2007
Measure will End Preferred Status of Lenders that Exploit Students
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Wednesday January 31, 2007
Congressman Given Subcommittees of Choice, Highest Freshman Seniority
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Friday January 19, 2007
The 'Ville Honored on the Hill'
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Wednesday January 10, 2007
Congressman Yarmuth Victorious in First Floor Speech
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Tuesday January 09, 2007
Congressman Yarmuth Hails Measure as Vital to National Security
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