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daily review brief: Thursday September 18 2014

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Gallego Highlights Sanderson During “23 in 1” Series: Washington – U.S. Representative Pete P. Gallego (D-Alp... http://1.usa.gov/1wKSqva

Congressman Cleaver’s Comment on the Arrest and Charges Following the Incident at His Kansas City District Off... http://1.usa.gov/1tsgcJI

Murray, Cantwell and Heck won’t give up, will continue to pursue meaningful, long-term extension of Export-Imp... http://1.usa.gov/YWGngv

Guidance regarding Consular Assistance to Americans in the areas of Mexico affected by Hurricane Odile: Guidan... http://1.usa.gov/YWGngs

Levin, Rangel and Becerra Statements on Guatemala Labor Enforcement Case: WASHINGTON – Today, Ways and Means C... http://1.usa.gov/1mipuXW

Michigan Delegation Pushes for Emergency Disaster Declaration: Washington, D.C. – Today, a bipartisan group of... http://1.usa.gov/1trpjua

NJ Delegation Secures $1.5B in USDOT Sandy Resiliency Funding: (WASHINGTON D.C.) – U.S. Senators Robert Menend... http://1.usa.gov/YWyO9p

Connolly to Hold Open Season Workshop for Federal Employees/Retirees Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014: To help federal ... http://1.usa.gov/1wtTjVL

President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:29:21 +0000 http://bit.ly/1BRNVyS

FACT SHEET: Obama Administration Takes Actions to Combat Ant: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:28:38 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wKdJwE

The Thom Hartmann Program - September 18, 2014: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:27:50 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wKdHVE

"Months Later": Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:27:15 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wKdHFi

Rep. Himes Discusses His Vote Against Plan to Arm Syrian Reb: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:26:31 +0000 http://bit.ly/1BRNXGR

Rep. John Lewis Wins Two Creative Loafing Best of Atlanta Awards: Rep. John Lewis won kudos in two categories ... http://1.usa.gov/1trKFHI

Remarks as Delivered by The Honorable James R. Clapper Director of National Intelligence AFCEA/INSA National S... http://1.usa.gov/1BQwnmC

DNI Unveils 2014 National Intelligence Strategy: The Director of National Intelligence James R. Clapper today ... http://1.usa.gov/XnyT4i

H.Res.734: (09/18/2014 legislative day) http://1.usa.gov/1sxRlzV

H.Res.707: Condemning all forms of anti-Semitism and rejecting attempts to justify anti-Jewish hatred or viole... http://1.usa.gov/1sxRkfj

S.J.Res.40: A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Michael Lynton as a citizen regent of the Boar... http://1.usa.gov/1sxRlzQ

Larsen: Russia Must Respect Ukraine’s Territory: WASHINGTON—Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, issued the following stat... http://1.usa.gov/1BRKfNG

Rep. Chu Statement on ISIL Vote: Washington, DC – Rep. Judy Chu on Wednesday voted in support of President Oba... http://1.usa.gov/1wK911Y

.Vegas Domain Names Now Available For Purchase On City Of Las Vegas Website: Click the article header for the ... http://bit.ly/1mid02B

Cantwell responds to House vote on Ex-Im Bank extension: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:20:28 +0000 http://bit.ly/1trArY3

Why I #WalkTheWalk on Climate Change: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:20:04 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wtOzQa

Panel Discussion: The Industrial History of Denial: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:19:46 +0000 http://bit.ly/1trArXP

Senator Markey Joins Online Companies in Support of Net Neut: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:19:22 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wtOzQ2

Senator Donnelly and Jim Cantore remind Hoosiers to be prepa: Last reply by bot on Fri, 19 Sep 2014 00:18:58 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wtOzPX

Sen. Carper Statement on Senate Passage of Measure to Fund the Government and Support Presidents Plan to Confr... http://1.usa.gov/1trzWNq

POCAN, MILLER, MURRAY INTRODUCE BILL TO INVEST IN APPRENTICESHIPS, INCREASE SKILLED WORKERS: WASHINGTON, D.C.—... http://1.usa.gov/1sxDOs9

Pocan Introduces Bill to Help Low-Income Households Pay Off Student Loan Debt: WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Mark... http://1.usa.gov/1sxDMAv

U.S. Senate Approves Measure to Deny ISIL Terrorists Safe Haven: http://1.usa.gov/XqNQ5R

COLORADO 2014 SENATE RACE TRENDING: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 23:29:41 +0000 http://bit.ly/1BRAoHt

Gingrich Not Happy with GOP: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 23:15:52 +0000 http://bit.ly/1BRAqPD

Thomas Mulcair - Full speech on Iraq // Discours complet sur: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 23:04:24 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wJYALW

Gov. Hickenlooper announces more than $6 million from Department of De... http://bit.ly/1sxyS6L

Peters Statement on H.R. 4: WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Gary Peters (MI-14) released the following... http://1.usa.gov/1BRwjTK

Audit Reports of Authorized Committees for Federal Election: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 23:01:40 +0000 http://bit.ly/1BRuGp4

DAILY WHIP: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2014: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 23:01:06 +0000 http://bit.ly/1BRuHcC

Highlights: Joint Statement on National Dialogue in Sudan: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 23:00:38 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wJRmYm

SBA Partners with SEC on Jumpstart Our Business Startups (Jo: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 22:59:54 +0000 http://bit.ly/1wJRmYk

Just the Facts: House Republicans' Failed Record on Promotin: Last reply by bot on Thu, 18 Sep 2014 22:58:52 +0000 http://bit.ly/1BRuG8K

Lowey Statement on Authorization to Train and Equip Moderate Regional Forces to Combat ISIL: WASHINGTON, D.C.–... http://1.usa.gov/1mhTS4B

Feinstein Applauds National Strategy to Preserve Efficacy of Antibiotics: Washington—Senator Dianne Feinstein ... http://1.usa.gov/YWglKc

President Calls for New Actions to Combat the Growing Threat of Drug Resistance: (Washington, D.C.) – Today, P... http://1.usa.gov/XqzJgT

Opposing H.R. 2: Mr. Speaker, I rise today in opposition to H.R. 2, American Energy Solutions for Lower Costs ... http://1.usa.gov/XqzHFy

9/18/2014: Today on the show, justice is served on the Middle East, guns, Congress, terrorism, Australia, Seni... http://bit.ly/XqvotY

Tonko: I'm a fan of recycling, but HR2... http://bit.ly/1tqUm9l

Plunkett Named to New Position: FORT MEADE, MD - Debora Plunkett was named as the new Senior Advisor for Equal... http://1.usa.gov/1mhCSM7

Lowey Announces $200,000 in Federal Grants for Westchester and Rockland Organizations Helping Identify Mental ... http://1.usa.gov/1tqxuXN

JOHNSON HOLDS HEARING ON CONSUMER PROTECTIONS: Today, Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee Cha... http://1.usa.gov/1sx5JIH

The Cost of War

Senator Jon Tester speaks on the floor of the Senate about the cost of fig... http://bit.ly/1mhDam3

Introducing ChattaData, the City's Performance Dashboard: https: Introducing ChattaData, the City's Performanc... http://bit.ly/YW34Bv

H.R.2: American Energy Solutions for Lower Costs and More American Jobs Act (09/18/2014 legislative day) http://1.usa.gov/1tqvQW3

Schumer Gillibrand and Owens announce $8.6M in funding for major expansion at Plattsburgh International Airpor... http://1.usa.gov/YW1Nu1

Committee Passes Lynch Legislation to Support Wounded Warriors in the Federal Workforce: WASHINGTON, DC - Toda... http://1.usa.gov/1BRb3NY

Governor Releases $1.52 Million in Grants to Local Nonprofits: HONOLULU – Gov. Neil Abercrombie today announce... http://1.usa.gov/1tqpIwQ

Manchin Argues Against Arming Syrian Rebels on MSNBC's All In with Chris Hayes: http://1.usa.gov/1wJ8cGN

Governor Steve Bullock to Lead Montana Business Delegation on Monumental Trade Mission to China: HELENA, MT - ... http://1.usa.gov/1tqoSjC

Schumer, Gillibrand and Owens Announce $8.6M in Funding for Major Expansion at Plattsburgh International Airport: http://1.usa.gov/1swRAeu

Schumer, Gillibrand Announce More Than $300,000 To Combat Human Trafficking In Rochester: http://1.usa.gov/1tqowto

Schumer, Gillibrand Step Up Push To Protect Nucor & Other Steel Manufacturers Against Dumping Of Cheap Foreign... http://1.usa.gov/1tqowd5

After Gillibrand’s Push, FEMA Awards Jewish Community Council Of Greater Coney Island Nearly $500,000 In Disas... http://1.usa.gov/1swRBzg

Cartwright Announces $76,180 Grant Awarded to the Nurture Nature Center in Easton to Educate Public on Environ... http://1.usa.gov/Xq5Xsw

Levin, Stabenow introduce Senate companion to Kildee House resolution opposing permanent storage of nuclear wa... http://1.usa.gov/1swN8wi

U.S. Senate Passes Reed’s Sunscreen Innovation Act: http://1.usa.gov/1tqaTdE

Levin, Stabenow introduce Senate companion to Kildee House resolution opposing permanent storage of nuclear wa... http://1.usa.gov/1tq6vvp

Levin floor statement in support of provision to train and equip Syrian opposition forces to defeat ISIS: http://1.usa.gov/1wtlvIv

H.R.4: Jobs for America Act (09/18/2014 legislative day) http://1.usa.gov/1tq5eUX

Lowey: $2.59 Billion in Federal Superstorm Sandy Resiliency Funds for New York Transit Agencies This Week: New... http://1.usa.gov/1tpRw4A

Rep. Ron Kind Introduces Bipartisan "Teacher Tax Relief" Act: WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Ron Kind (D-W... http://1.usa.gov/1tpPHEJ

Rep. Ron Kind Statement Following Vote in Favor of Keeping Government Open and Funding Efforts to Confront ISI... http://1.usa.gov/1swoGLL

Jim Burns, Deputy Director of Trading and Markets, to Leave SEC:
The Securities and Exchange Commission toda... http://1.usa.gov/1tpOOvL

SEC Charges Eight for Roles in Widespread Pump-and-Dump Scheme Involving California-Based Microcap Company:
... http://1.usa.gov/1tpORb4

Jim Burns, Deputy Director of Trading and Markets, to Leave SEC:
The Securities and Exchange Commission toda... http://1.usa.gov/1wtg50d

SEC Charges Eight for Roles in Widespread Pump-and-Dump Scheme Involving California-Based Microcap Company:
... http://1.usa.gov/1tpOQnp

Michigan Delegation Pushes for Emergency Disaster Declaration: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, a bipartisan group of... http://1.usa.gov/XpG0Jr

Michigan Delegation Pushes for Emergency Disaster Declaration: Today, a bipartisan group of thirteen members o... http://1.usa.gov/XpFk6R

CONGRESSMAN BISHOP RELEASES STATEMENT REGARDING PASSAGE OF CR: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Sanford D... http://1.usa.gov/XpvGBr

Titus Applauds Move to Include Animal Cruelty Crimes in the FBI National Incident Based Reporting System: Sept... http://1.usa.gov/1wta9UW

Titus Pushes for Restoration of Las Vegas Passenger Rail at Transportation Committee Meeting: September 17, 20... http://1.usa.gov/1tpIdS2

I'm calling their bluff: The excuses have started. Once again, the Republicans blocked a vote on our student l... http://bit.ly/1wIY1lI

Mayor Hodges Supports Collaboration with Law Enforcement and Somali Community to Defeat ISIL: Updated:
Web... http://bit.ly/1tpznE4

U.S. Rep. Collin Peterson Honored as Guardian of Small Business by NFIB: WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 17, 2014 – Th... http://1.usa.gov/1BQrudn

Horsford Urges IRS To Address Flawed Regulation Of 501(c)(4) Groups: *Watch Remarks*

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today... http://1.usa.gov/1sv88DV

Horsford Votes For Title X Authority: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Steven Horsford (NV-4) released... http://1.usa.gov/1BQI4tC

Horsford Statement On Change To Air Force Reenlistment Oath Requirement: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representat... http://1.usa.gov/1BQI64C

Horsford Signs Discharge Petition To Force Vote On Employment Non-Discrimination Act: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today... http://1.usa.gov/1wIQL9j

SEC Charges Tacoma, Wash.-Area Firm for Undisclosed Principal Transactions and Misleading Performance Advertis... http://1.usa.gov/1uLozjT

SEC Charges Tacoma, Wash.-Area Firm for Undisclosed Principal Transactions and Misleading Performance Advertis... http://1.usa.gov/1svK6Zs

$1M in funding for toolkit to monitor international child labor projects announced by DOL: The U.S. Department... http://1.usa.gov/1wIMlzp

H.Res.727: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to remove Federal Government obstacles to the prod... http://1.usa.gov/1tpaiJl

Larsen Votes For Short-Term Spending Bill To Keep Government Open: WASHINGTON—Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, today v... http://1.usa.gov/1wt2VAi

Larsen Votes in Favor of Training and Equipping Syrian Opposition Forces: WASHINGTON—Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, ... http://1.usa.gov/1wt2VAg

Kuster Helps Introduce Resolution Honoring Wilderness Act on 50th Anniversary: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congr... http://1.usa.gov/1wsNEzj

Harkin Investigation Finds Persistent Barriers to Economic Success for
Americans with Disabilities: http://1.usa.gov/1uLmkwU

Levin, Wyden, McCain release GAO report showing large partnerships avoid IRS audits: http://1.usa.gov/1toZZoy

USTDA Helps Modernize Transit Systems and Power Grids in Vietnam: HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM (September 18, 201... http://1.usa.gov/1mgzp0i

Murray, Alexander Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Designating National Adult Education and Family Literacy Wee... http://1.usa.gov/1svDr1b

Senator Murray Accepts Award for Education Advocacy, Calls for Bipartisan Action to Continue Investments in Ed... http://1.usa.gov/1wI90vz

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Parents, Need a Night Out?: The Sue McCollum Community Center will host a special Parents Night Out camp on Fr... http://bit.ly/1wsTlNO

Rep. Nadler to Vote Against the Syria Amendment: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jerrold Nadler, a veter... http://1.usa.gov/1svpArN

Maloney and Nadler announce $1.5 billion in Sandy recovery grants for New York: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswom... http://1.usa.gov/1toysUl

HOUSE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE APPROVES THE TRADE SECRETS PROTECTION ACT: WASHINGTON – Today, the House Judiciary C... http://1.usa.gov/1svpAbi

Rep. Nadler Hails Port Authority’s Approval of the Redevelopment of Greenville Yards, Jersey City: WASHINGTON,... http://1.usa.gov/1svpAYQ

Rep. Nadler: Amtrak Continues to Be Woefully Underfunded: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jerrold Nadler... http://1.usa.gov/1svpAba

Crowley Announces Plans to Introduce New Legislation and Form Congressional Caucus to Raise Awareness and Prev... http://1.usa.gov/1svn6d2

Nightmare: Manchin on target | Charleston Gazette: When Washingtin tries to impose its will on the Middle East... http://1.usa.gov/1wIjM4Y

Manchin Correct On Syrian Rebels | The Intelligencer, Wheeling News-Register: Most of President Barack Obama's... http://1.usa.gov/1mghIhk

ReSurfaced Launch Party Friday: A vacant section of West Main Street downtown that has been transformed into a... http://bit.ly/XoIQOT

CÁRDENAS, GARRETT INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN FAIR ACT TO PROTECT AMERICANS FROM UNCONSTITUTIONAL CIVIL ASSET FORFEIT... http://1.usa.gov/1svjU0W

Enyart: EPA Extends Comment Period on Proposed Power Plant Regulations: SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – U.S. Congressman B... http://1.usa.gov/1wsPkJ6

House Passes Bipartisan Bill to Increase Community Input for C&O Canal National Historical Park: WASHINGTON – ... http://1.usa.gov/1wIi8As

Congressman Cohen Statement on House Passage of Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown, Authorize Training of ISI... http://1.usa.gov/1topWVn

Lowey Announces $1.3 Million Federal Grant for Westchester County Airport: Grant money goes toward design phas... http://1.usa.gov/1wsKyLV

Ranking Member Adam Smith’s Statement at ISIL Hearing: Washington D.C. – House Armed Services Committee Rankin... http://1.usa.gov/XoBKdg

USDA Invests $68 Million in 540 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects Nationwide: BUNN, N.C., Sept. ... http://1.usa.gov/1wIanKF

Fattah Announces $524,000 in Grants to Four Philadelphia Museums: The Institute of Museums and Library Science... http://1.usa.gov/1tobfla

Kaptur Discusses Iraq Policy on C-SPAN: WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 18, 2014) - Congresswoman Kaptur said this... http://1.usa.gov/1wsJO9z

SEEC Members Voice Support for People’s Climate March and UN Climate Summit: On Sunday, September 21st constit... http://1.usa.gov/1sv49XY

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Santander Holdings USA: Federal Reserve Board issues enfo... http://1.usa.gov/Xop4D8

Rep. Bonamici Statement on Passage of Amendment to Train and Equip Syrian Opposition Forces: Washington, D.C. ... http://1.usa.gov/1to2mb8

Senator Murray Accepts Award for Education Advocacy, Calls for Bipartisan Action to Continue Investments in Ed... http://1.usa.gov/1suQnVb

Himes Opposes Plan to Arm Syrian Rebels: Washington, DC — Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) issued the following st... http://1.usa.gov/1mfBd9E

6 Reasons Union Member Mike Michaud is a Candidate Who Cares About Working Families: It's an election year and... http://bit.ly/1uKx0fq

Shea-Porter Statement on McKeon Amendment on Syria “Train and Equip”: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Naomi An... http://1.usa.gov/1suh7oQ

Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report: In the week ending September 13, the advance figure for seasonall... http://1.usa.gov/1suhcJ8

Recognizing the 25th anniversary of Laurium Manor Inn: http://1.usa.gov/1BPPmxK

Cicilline Presses Key Panel to Adopt Stronger House Ethics Training Rules: WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Congressman D... http://1.usa.gov/1uKrIk2

Travel and Tourism Satellite Accounts, 2nd quarter 2014: Real spending on travel and tourism turned up in the ... http://1.usa.gov/1sug0Fx

Congressman Garamendi Speaks Up for Vital Missions at Travis and Beale Air Force Bases at Meeting with Senate ... http://1.usa.gov/XmJnkn

Maloney Statement on Authorizing Aid to Syrian Rebels: Newburgh, NY - Representative Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-... http://1.usa.gov/1BOJ5Co

Maloney’s Legislation To Help Railroads Invest in PTC Passes Committee: Washington – Representative Sean Patri... http://1.usa.gov/1wGh4gr

U.S. Rep. Gregory W. Meeks Statement on the Passage of the McKeon Amendment: U.S. Rep. Gregory W. Meeks Statem... http://1.usa.gov/1wGCgTu

Maloney and Nadler announce $1.5 billion in Sandy recovery grants for New York: WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Car... http://1.usa.gov/1tlbbCL

U.S. SENATE AND HOUSE LAWMAKERS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY INTRODUCE CRITICAL REAUTHORIZATION OF JAMES ZADROGA 9... http://1.usa.gov/1ssPc8O

Rep. Bera statement on ISIL: Earlier today, Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. voted for an amendment offered by Representati... http://1.usa.gov/XmhHMy

Rep. Bera Participates in Problem Solving National Ideas Meeting: Earlier today, Rep. Ami Bera, M.D. met with ... http://1.usa.gov/1uJwy0M

Truth About the Border: No Evidence of ISIS Plot on U.S. - Mexico Border: Hearing Video Clips:

Domestic Threa... http://1.usa.gov/1me0Jfm

Gallego Highlights Fabens During “23 in 1” Series: Washington – U.S. Representative Pete P. Gallego (D-Alpine)... http://1.usa.gov/1wrqKZ9

Sires Supports Bipartisan Bills to Fund Amtrak and Reauthorize National Estuary Program: (Washington, D.C.)- T... http://1.usa.gov/1srpdi1

Dingell Statement on Continuing Resolution Vote: Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman John D. Dingell (D-MI12... http://1.usa.gov/1tjbCgV

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