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June 16, 2014

Congresswoman Clarke Celebrates the Second Anniversary of DACA

Brooklyn, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement on the second anniversary of the Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program…
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June 16, 2014

Statement on the Passing of Ruby Dee

Brooklyn, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement in honor of award-winning actress, writer, and civil rights activist Ruby Dee, who passed away…
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June 12, 2014

Congresswoman Clarke Asks Armed Forces to Suspend Enforcement of Hairstyle Regulations

Brooklyn, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement on her request that the Armed Forces suspend enforcement of regulations that prohibit many hairstyles…
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June 11, 2014

Congresswoman Clarke’s Statement on Unnecessary Delays for Young Immigrants

Brooklyn, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement about the Supreme Court’s decision in Scialabba v. De Osorio, which will require nearly every underage…
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June 10, 2014

Governor Cuomo Announces Nearly $76 Million for Road Safety Projects Across the State

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $75.6 million in federal Highway Safety Improvement Program funding for 33 projects that will enhance mobility and safety on roadways across…
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June 10, 2014

Congresswoman Clarke’s Statement on Lower Payments for Student Loans

Brooklyn, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke  released the following statement commending President Obama for his decision to expand an alternative repayment program for federal…
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