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US Rep. Richard Neal touts $1.5 trillion infrastructure plan for trains, green energy with Springfield Union Station visit

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SPRINGFIELD — Speaking over the rumbling locomotive of the 12:05 Amtrak train to Hartford, U.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal touted a $1.5 trillion infrastructure plan he and his fellow Democrats introduced with a Friday visit to Springfield’s Union Station. “This is the first substantive step the Congress has taken toward east-west rail,” said Neal, chairman of…

$1.5 trillion infrastructure bill would give big boost to east-west rail

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SPRINGFIELD — Standing on a platform Friday morning at Union Station, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal touted an expansive $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill unveiled by House Democrats this week that includes $19 billion in federal grant funding that he said will benefit east-west rail. Calling the proposal “the most ambitious infrastructure plan” since former President Dwight D.…

Neal Delivers Milk to Pittsfield Food Pantry

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, in partnership with Vanguard Renewables and  H.P. Hood, delivered 400 gallons of milk to the South Congregational Church Community Food Pantry.   It is hard enough for the food pantry to serve all those in need. Throw a pandemic in the mix and resources have to be stretched even further.    "Food security in the…

Congressman Neal introduces a new act to help with the country's infrastructure

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SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) -- On Friday, Congressman Richard Neal spoke at Union Station in Springfield to address his new $1.5 trillion "Moving Forward" Act. The act was introduced yesterday by House Democrats and legislation aims to rebuild America's infrastructure. This includes roads, transit systems, schools, and housing - among other things. Congressman Neal also spoke about the…

House Democrats unveil $1.5 trillion green infrastructure package

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House Democrats unveiled a $1.5 trillion infrastructure package Thursday that addresses everything from roads, public housing and broadband to climate change and clean energy, as well as the need to get more Americans back to work. The ambitious Moving Forward Act would tackle the nation's infrastructure needs "in a green and resilient way," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said a…

Neal, House Dems roll out $1.5T infrastructure bill

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While their $3 trillion COVID-19 relief bill remains before the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate, House Democrats heralded a sweeping $1.5 trillion infrastructure plan Thursday that authors say could fuel a long-term recovery from the recession. The proposal would direct hundreds of billions of dollars to transportation priorities, including funding for a passenger rail expansion…

Springfield Announces $2 Million To Help People Pay Housing Costs Amid Pandemic

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With concern Massachusetts could be heading for a housing crisis, the city of Springfield has announced an assistance program.  The city of Springfield is making available $2 million in federal grant money for renters and homeowners who have lost income because of the pandemic public health orders. Way Finders, the Springfield-based nonprofit housing agency, will administer the…

Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal to announce partnership with Way Finders, $2 million assistance grant

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and Congressman Richard Neal are announcing a partnership with Way Finders for $2 million Mortgage, Rent, and Utility Assistance Thursday morning. According to a news release sent to 22News, the City of Springfield is making available $2 million in grant funding for renters and homeowners who have lost income due to the…

Way Finders make $2M in federal funds available for rent, mortgages in coronavirus pandemic

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Way 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 the coronavirus pandemic pay the rent, mortgage or for utilities. “Keeping people in their homes, or helping you get back in a home if you’ve lost your home,” said President and CEO of Way Finders Peter A.…

Hundreds gather to pray for nation at Springfield City Hall

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SPRINGFIELD – A man playing the shofar – the sacred Jewish ram’s horn trumpet – stood at the top of the steps of City Hall, released a blast of sound to underscore statements being made by one of the many speakers below. It added an additional religious layer to the prayer vigil at City Hall on June 2 addressing the murder of George Floyd and the issues it has…

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