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December 21, 2010

Rep. Yvette D. Clarke’s FAST Redress Act Passes the U.S. House of Representatives

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Yvette D. Clarke’s (D-NY) Fair, Accurate, Secure and Timely Redress Act of 2009 (FAST Redress Act), was approved by the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote…
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December 21, 2010

Statement by Rep. Yvette D. Clarke on the nomination of Judge Sonia Sotomayor to serve as an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court

“Choosing a Supreme Court Justice is one of the most important decisions a president makes. I think President Obama made an excellent choice in nominating Judge Sonia Sotomayor.…
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December 21, 2010

Clarke Votes to Expand Transportation Security Officers’ Workplace Rights

Yesterday, Congresswoman Clarke voted on legislation that would grant Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) the same workplace protections that other federal employees enjoy.  …
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December 21, 2010

Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke’s Statement on DHS Regulation Changes to Immigration Detention System

Today, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke released the following statement on the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) sweeping changes to the Immigration Detention System: “I…
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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke Calls for Full Funding of Community Development Program in Obama’s FY’10

“Mr.Chairman, Ranking Member Ryan, and Members of the Committee, I would like to thank you for thisopportunity to discuss the federal budget and its impact on New York City. …
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December 21, 2010

Rep. Clarke Returns to Haiti

The trip is hosted by Rep. Kendrick Meek, of Florida and will include meetings with President René Préval, Embassy officials and a site visit to various areas damaged by the recent…
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