Pittsfield, MA | Jack Guerino, iBerkshiresPITTSFIELD, Mass. — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, in partnership with Vanguard Renewables and H.P. Hood, delivered 400 gallons of milk to the South...
Neal Delivers Milk to Pittsfield Food Pantry
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House Democrats unveil $1.5 trillion ‘green’ infrastructure package
Jun 19, 2020
Washington, DC | Hazel Bradford, Pensions and InvestmentsHouse Democrats unveiled a $1.5 trillion infrastructure package Thursday that addresses everything from roads, public housing and broadband...
Juneteenth celebrations in Springfield salute Black businesses, community
Jun 19, 2020
Springfield, MA | Elizabeth Román, MassLiveSPRINGFIELD — In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic and protests in defense of Black lives, Athena Gamble decided to launch her own business...
Congressman Neal, Mayor Sarno show support for “Moving Forward Act” under consideration in Washington
Jun 19, 2020
Springfield, MA | Ariana Tourangeau, Sy Becker, WWLPSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Congressman Richard Neal and Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno met at Union Station’s Platform C, which recently...
Neal Comments at Press Event Unveiling the Moving Forward Act, Democrats’ Bold Plan to Rebuild America’s Infrastructure
Jun 18, 2020
Washington, DC(As prepared for delivery) The Moving Forward Act is the next crucial step we are taking to help make Americans and our country whole again. We have endured unthinkable loss at the...
Neal Statement on the Passing of Jean Kennedy Smith
Jun 18, 2020
Springfield, MASpringfield, MA – Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement on the passing of Jean Kennedy Smith on Wednesday. “I am deeply saddened to learn that Jean Kennedy...
Neal, House Dems roll out $1.5T infrastructure bill
Jun 18, 2020
Washington, DC | Chris Lisinski, State House News ServiceWhile their $3 trillion COVID-19 relief bill remains before the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate, House Democrats heralded a sweeping $1.5...
Neal Opening Statement at Hearing on the 2020 Trade Policy Agenda
Jun 17, 2020
Washington, DC(As prepared for delivery) I would like to welcome U.S. Trade Ambassador Robert Lighthizer to discuss important trade issues that impact the health and economic opportunity of all...
Neal Statement Following Supreme Court Ruling on Anti-LGBTQ Workplace Discrimination
Jun 15, 2020
Springfield, MASpringfield, MA – Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia, ruling that federal...
Following the Trump Administration’s Refusal to Release Names of PPP Loan Recipients, Neal, Waters, Velázquez Demand Transparency: “Taxpayers Have a Right to Know How Their Money Was Spent”
Jun 13, 2020
Washington, DCOn the heels of the Trump Administration’s decision not to release the names of companies that received funding through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), House Ways and Means...
Springfield Announces $2 Million To Help People Pay Housing Costs Amid Pandemic
Jun 12, 2020
Washington, DC | Paul Tuthill, WAMCWith concern Massachusetts could be heading for a housing crisis, the city of Springfield has announced an assistance program. The city of Springfield is...
Neal, Pallone React to New CMS Guidance Prohibiting Seizure of Nursing Home Residents’ Economic Impact Payments
Jun 11, 2020
Washington, DC | The clarified information follows a letter to Administrator Verma raising concerns about the practiceToday, House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Richard E. Neal (D-MA) and House...
Neal, Lewis Urge IRS to Consider Relief for Taxpayers Receiving Outdated Balance Due Notices
Jun 11, 2020
Washington, DCToday, House Ways and Means Chairman Richard E. Neal (D-MA) and Oversight Subcommittee Chairman John Lewis (D-GA) expressed their concern over the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS)...
Massachusetts Lawmakers Announce Over $71 Million Awarded in CARES Act Funding for emergency shelter and support for individuals experiencing homelessness
Jun 11, 2020
Washington, DC United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA), along with Representatives Richard E. Neal (D-MA-01), James P. McGovern (D-MA-02), Stephen F. Lynch...
Congressman Neal and Mayor Sarno Announce Local Partnership with Way Finders for $2 Million Mortgage, Rent and Utility Assistance
Jun 11, 2020
Springfield, MASpringfield, MA – Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Congressman Richard E. Neal, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, and President and CEO of Way Finders Peter A. Gagliardi for an...
Way Finders make $2M in federal funds available for rent, mortgages in coronavirus pandemic
Jun 11, 2020
Washington, DC | Jim Kinney, MassLiveWay Finders, the Springfield based housing agency, received $2 million in federal money that will help 800 to 1,000 Springfield families who’ve lost income in...
Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal to announce partnership with Way Finders, $2 million assistance grant
Jun 11, 2020
Springfield, MA | Ariana Tourangeau, WWLPSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and Congressman Richard Neal are announcing a partnership with Way Finders for $2 million...
Lawmakers move to stop nursing homes from taking residents’ stimulus checks
Jun 10, 2020
Washington, DC | The Associated PressSome nursing homes have demanded that low-income residents turn over their $1,200 economic stimulus checks — a cash grab lawmakers want to halt. Senators Chuck...
Hundreds gather to pray for nation at Springfield City Hall
Jun 10, 2020
Springfield, MA | G. Michael Dobbs, The Reminder PublicationsSPRINGFIELD – A man playing the shofar – the sacred Jewish ram’s horn trumpet – stood at the top of the steps of City Hall, released a...
Neal, Pallone Call on CMS to Stop Nursing Facilities from Seizing Residents’ Economic Impact Payments
Jun 8, 2020
Washington, DC | Nursing homes and assisted living facilities have been hotspots for COVID-19 and represent nearly one in three related deathsFollowing reports that some nursing homes and...