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Claudia Tenney

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Claudia Tenney is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing New York's 22nd congressional district since January 3, 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Tenney has been involved in various capacities within state and federal government. She has focused on issues such as economic development, tax reform, and veterans' affairs during her time in office. Tenney has also been vocal on matters related to higher education and accountability in academic institutions.

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Sep 8, 2021

It is an insult to the many businesses and small businesses struggling in my community today.

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Aug 31, 2021

It has been a lifesaver for my community.

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Aug 24, 2021

I am strongly opposed to H.R. 4. When our Founders created this self-governing constitutional republic, they vested the power to administer time, place, and manner of elections with our State legislatures. They knew the sacred right to…

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Jul 27, 2021

There are plenty of programs that are covered by this bill, including the 2018 farm bill with the mission and expertise to manage invasive species. The Civilian Climate Corps should be debated and considered in the House before it is…

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Jul 27, 2021

In 1994, a senior U.S. Senator was asked by a constituent how he felt about taxpayer-funded abortion. The Senator responded, ``I will continue to abide by the same principle that has guided me throughout my 21 years in the Senate: Those of…

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Jul 27, 2021

I am here today with the support of seven of my House colleagues to introduce an amendment to section B of H.R. 4502. This amendment will restore the principle of good governance, preventing precious, hard-earned taxpayer dollars from…

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Jul 26, 2021

Supporters of the Green New Deal too often actually ignore the science of energy.

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Jul 21, 2021

I was in my mom's home county of Madison County last week to announce the details of my new bill, the Local Law Enforcement Protection Act, H.R. 4500. I made this announcement standing alongside the respected men and women of our local law…

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Jul 20, 2021

For the past 40 years, community service block grants have been vital to providing communities the resources needed to address poverty and expand opportunities for children and families. CSBG is a targeted program with strong oversight and…

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Jun 29, 2021

I rise before you today to share the heartbreaking stories from Americans around the country, including my own district, who were cut off from their loved ones in long-term care facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. For the next several…

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Jun 28, 2021

I thank the gentleman for hosting this great Special Order on a fundamental right. Madam Speaker, our Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms for self-protection is a fundamental right protected by the Constitution and the Bill of…

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Jun 22, 2021

I think what is essential is that the program remain merit based, because there are always many suggested solutions to any problem, but we, as Americans, have to have the best solution so that we can continue to remain the world technology…

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Jun 15, 2021

I wanted to emphasize I am concerned about the situation in New York State where we continue to put millions of dollars into providing a virtual monopoly to Spectrum Cable, which has been a huge problem.

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Jun 15, 2021

The internet connection can determine your destiny, and nothing shapes our ability to access education, healthcare, and employment opportunities like access to rural broadband.

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Jun 15, 2021

The only solution is to increase competition in our internet marketplace.

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Jun 14, 2021

I join my colleagues today urging commonsense policies to carry out the goals of the Endangered Species Act while allowing our communities to flourish. As stewards of our planet, we each have a responsibility to care for the environment…

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Jun 6, 2021

We hope that you'll continue to support that and the Burmese people in our communities will have some kind of relief and restore democracy there.

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Jun 6, 2021

Have you heard any of this alleged activity where State Department officials have discouraged the use of the term Abraham Accords?

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May 25, 2021

I am just concerned that if we do not have a more targeted approach, we are going to see a collapse in our economy.

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May 25, 2021

I am very disappointed that Secretary Yellen has not made the effort to be here.

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May 19, 2021

It is my great honor to recognize my constituent services director, Jason Phelps, of New Hartford, New York, for 20 years of outstanding service to the people of upstate New York. Jason began his service as an intern for former Congressman…

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May 17, 2021

Over the past decade, as our economy has rapidly gone digital, communities like mine have been left behind.

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May 12, 2021

I thank Mr. Johnson so much for holding this very important evening of Special Orders to honor National Police Week. I am so honored to be here on behalf of our men and women in blue, who do such a great job supporting us. Mr. Speaker, I…

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May 11, 2021

It is a tremendous honor for me to recognize Eileen Ucekay, a hardworking and outstanding constituent of the 22nd Congressional District in New York. She retired on May 9 of this year after working 45 years as the village clerk and…

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May 3, 2021

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you for having this important meeting...

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