The Republican endorses Rep. Richard E. Neal for Massachusetts’ 1st Congressional District
MassLive
“Where was U.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal on Saturday afternoon? He was in Washington, D.C., for the special House session convened by Speaker Nancy Pelosi to help save the U.S. Postal Service from dismantling by President Donald J. Trump and Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. It’s right where Neal should have been, delivering an impassioned speech on the floor of the House in which he shared the damage being done to the lives of veterans and seniors, of businesses and municipalities, from Springfield to North Adams, from Easthampton to Great Barrington.”
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Letter: Congressman Neal consistently delivers
Daily Hampshire Gazette
“As readers of the Gazette’s local news reporting may know, I retired last year after serving as Cummington’s fire chief for nearly 40 years. It’s no secret rural volunteer firefighters have a tough job — but nevertheless, we are as capable and hardworking as any department in the state. Congressman Neal helps with that. He has worked tirelessly to bring funding to our communities through the Federal Fire Act Grant program, to make sure our firefighters are well-equipped and our towns are safer.”
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Letter: Richard Neal hears the voices of the district
MassLive
“I grew up in Berkshire County, and have lived in Pittsfield my whole life. I have also fostered a passion for politics since high school, and I have always been impressed with the way Congressman Neal has represented me, my family, and my community. Here in western Mass, there has always been a sentiment that our part of the state gets left behind while the eastern part of the state receives preferential treatment. Congressman Neal fights hard for my district to have its voice heard.”
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FEMA to fund more than $500,000 for Massachusetts fire departments
WWLP 22 News
“Congressman Richard E. Neal announced close to $547,000 in FEMA Assistance to fire departments across western and central Massachusetts. Neal’s office says the money will be used to support training, acquire critical equipment and emergency vehicles, and secure personal protective equipment in eight communities. “Firefighters and first responders put their lives on the line each day they go to work, and our communities are grateful for their dedication to keeping our families safe,” Neal said in a statement accounting for the funds.”
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Letter: There's a reason Olver was a fan of Neal
Berkshire Eagle
“When [former Congressman John Olver] retired and Richie became our congressman, John knew we were in good hands — and he was right. In seven-plus years as our congressman, Richie picked up where Olver left off and has consistently delivered for the Berkshires and beyond.”
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Letter: Reelect Neal for experience, influence
Daily Hampshire Gazette
“Neal has achieved a position of great power and influence in the Democratic leadership, and he is well positioned to help bring about positive change if the voters deliver our nation from Trump and his Republican enablers in the fall.”
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Chicopee’s $300,000 federal brownfield grant will include focus on Willimansett sites
MassLive
“Local officials on Wednesday announced plans to use a recent $300,000 federal grant to expand assessment of contaminated properties to include key brownfield sites in Willimansett. Mayor John Vieau and U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, D-Springfield, were among officials gathered to discuss the grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The details were presented at the central maintenance garage on Meadows Street, and in a news release from Neal’s office.”
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Congressman Neal visits small businesses in Easthampton ahead of debate
WWLP 22 News
“Congressman Richard Neal was in Easthampton Monday, one week before facing challenger Mayor Alex Morse in a debate. Well, the purpose of Neal’s visit was to hear from small businesses. He’s also looking ahead to next week’s debate against Morse. Neal visited Rock Valley Tool and Precision to find out how recent federal legislation has helped local businesses. Easthampton business owners expressed their gratitude for the PPE loans and CARES ACT so that they can stay afloat. Congressman Neal addressed President Trump’s executive orders and the need for more federal funding to those struggling economically.”
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Letter: Richard Neal is a seasoned, proven leader
MassLive
“Congressman Neal’s Committee handles most, if not all financial decisions that come before the legislature and have a direct impact on all financial matters concerning the 50 states. An extremely large responsibility.”
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Rep. John Lewis, civil rights hero: "I’ve had the great pleasure of calling Richie Neal my colleague, friend and brother"
“Richie has consistently used this national leadership position to listen, learn and amplify the voices of underrepresented populations. In his first months as Chairman, he held hearings on how to address racial disparities and social determinants in the nation’s maternal mortality crisis, at a time when no one else would pay attention to the issue. Richie shows up for the fight always ready to speak out and help those most in need.”
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Retirement industry looks for encore to SECURE Act
Pensions & Investments
“Even with the passage of the first retirement security package in more than a decade shortly before the holiday recess, there is more retirement-related legislation that could get a look in 2020… In the House, Rep. Richard Neal, D-Mass., chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, has indicated that work on retirement security bills does not end with the SECURE Act.”
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