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July 16, 2020

Clarke Calls for Immediate Senate Action on Gun Violence

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  BROOKLYN, NY– Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09)  issued the following statement regarding the uptick in gun violence throughout…
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July 1, 2020

Clarke Leads Push to Expand Access to Electric Vehicles and Promote Digital Equity in “Moving Forward Act” House Infrastructure Package

Washington, D.C.– Late this afternoon House Energy & Commerce Committee Vice Chair Yvette D. Clarke  (NY-09)  took bold steps in investing in our nation’s infrastructure…
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July 1, 2020

House Climate Crisis Action Plan Highlights Multiple Bills Spearheaded by Congresswoman Clarke

Washington, D.C. –The House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis unveiled a comprehensive congressional climate action plan, highlighting several of Energy & Commerce…
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June 30, 2020

Clarke Acts to Make Health Care, Prescription Drugs More Affordable

Brooklyn Congresswoman Votes in favor of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act Washington, DC – Rep. Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) took bold action yesterday to …
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June 16, 2020

New Congressional Initiative Will Tackle Racial Disparities

Working Group Founders Reps. Clarke and Kelly say first focus will be COVID-19 WASHINGTON, D.C.– A new initiative focused on race in America has made its way to Capitol Hill.…
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June 12, 2020

Clarke, Cárdenas and Chu Speak Out on the Discrimination Against Journalists of Color in the Era of Fake News

Washington, D.C.—Congressional Multimedia Caucus co-chairs Reps. Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09), Tony Cárdenas (CA-29) and Judy Chu (CA-27) issued the following statement in response…
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