Press Releases

Mar 23, 2016

Cicilline: Eendracht Maakt Macht

U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (D-RI), a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, spoke on the House floor to condemn terrorist attacks in Brussels and pledge support for the Belgian people.

Mar 16, 2016

Cicilline Statement on Nomination of Merrick Garland to Supreme Court

"I congratulate Judge Merrick Garland on his nomination to the Supreme Court of the United States."

Mar 15, 2016

Cicilline and Kennedy Fight to Ensure Fair Utility Rates for New England Consumers

Electric capacity payments tripled in 2014 without allowing consumers opportunity to appeal

Mar 11, 2016

Delegation Announces $650,000 in Federal Funding to Fight Opiate Addiction in Rhode Island

Rhode Island Department of Health estimated 248 drug overdose deaths in 2015

Mar 10, 2016

CVS Endorses Equality Act

Issues: LGBT Issues

Legislation authored by Congressman Cicilline will prohibit discrimination against LGBT Americans

Mar 9, 2016

Rhode Island Delegation Announces $891,243 to Help Protect Rhode Island Coastline

Issues: Environment

NOAA Funding to Help Coastal Communities in New England Prepare for Severe Storms and Rising Sea Levels

Mar 7, 2016

Cicilline Statement on Death of Tiffany Joslyn

Tiffany, who grew up in Cumberland, was a talented and dedicated lawyer working for the House Judiciary Committee in Congress.

Mar 6, 2016

Cicilline Statement on Passing of Former First Lady Nancy Reagan

“I offer my deep condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time.”

Mar 3, 2016

Leading Bipartisan Effort, Cicilline Fights to Ensure 24-Hour Staffing for Veterans Suicide Hotline

Issues: Veterans

I was beyond angry when I found out that veterans calling a suicide prevention hotline were directed to voicemail. It is completely unacceptable than any of our nation’s heroes would be unable to access life-saving resources during a critical moment.

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