Washington, DCBy Michael Levenson Globe Staff May 17, 2017 The allegations that President Trump tried to stop the probe into his campaign’s ties to Russia have made it even harder for Congress...
US Rep. Richard Neal says focus on Trump-Russia investigation could hinder tax overhaul, other measures in Congress
May 17, 2017
Washington, DCAlthough the White House and congressional leaders have pledged to overhaul the tax system, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal recently raised concerns that continued focus on President Donald...
Statement of Congressman Richard E. Neal on the Firing of FBI Director Comey
May 10, 2017
Washington, DCCongressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement today on the firing of FBI Director James Comey by President Donald Trump. “Last night, President Donald Trump fired FBI...
Neal Statement on House Passage of Trumpcare
May 4, 2017
Washington, DCWays and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA) today released the following statement after the House passed the Trumpcare bill: “Despite the absence of analysis from the...
Scott, Pallone, Neal Blast Executive Order Targeting Vital Health Services
May 4, 2017
Washington, DCEducation and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Bobby Scott (D-VA), Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) and Ways and Means Committee Ranking...
Neal Statement on Senate Passage of Auto IRA Congressional Review Act
May 3, 2017
Washington, DCWays and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA) today released the following statement after the United States Senate passed a Congressional Review Act (CRA) blocking U.S....
Neal, Doggett Statements on President Trump’s Tax Proposal
Apr 26, 2017
Washington, DCWays and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA) and Tax Policy Subcommittee Ranking Member Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) today released the following statements after President...
Rep. Neal: What Democrats Are Thinking As Trump Unveils His Tax Plan
Apr 26, 2017
Washington, DC President Trump on Wednesday reveals his plan to overhaul the tax code, and it's expected to include some big rate cuts. The president has previously said he wants to slash the 35...
FERC asked to revoke permit for pipeline through Otis State Forest
Apr 25, 2017
Washington, DCMassachusetts’ political heavyweights and environmental groups are not giving up on the Otis State Forest without a fight. On April 24, Congressman Richard Neal wrote the Acting Chair...
Congressman Neal Statement on U.S. Military Strikes in Syria
Apr 7, 2017
Washington, DCCongressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement following the U.S. military airstrikes in Syria last night in direct response to President Bashar al-Assad use of...
Rep. Neal Calls For ‘Full-Fledged Debate’ Before More Action In Syria
Apr 7, 2017
Boston, MAWGBH (BOSTON) - Rep. Richard Neal called for congressional approval before more military intervention in Syria during an appearance on Boston Public Radio today. “I’m supportive of a...
US Rep. Richard Neal says he will push Trump administration for tax overhauls that benefit all Americans
Apr 1, 2017
Washington, DCWith the White House turning its attention to tax system overhauls, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, D-Springfield, said he will push President Donald Trump's administration to ensure that any...
Neal, Pascrell Statements on Trade Executive Orders
Mar 31, 2017
Washington, DCWays and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA) and Trade Subcommittee Ranking Member Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ) today released the following statements after President...
Neal Statement on Speaker Ryan’s Refusal to Work with Democrats on Health Care
Mar 30, 2017
Washington, DCWays and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA) today released the following statement after House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) said in an interview that he did not want to...
Mass. lawmakers, officials express relief at bill’s halt
Mar 25, 2017
Washington, DCFriday, March 24, 2017 Members of Congress from Massachusetts have made their voices heard concerning the Republican Obamacare replacement plan, and, faced with a lack of support,...
Neal Statement on TrumpCare Failure
Mar 24, 2017
Washington, DCWays and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard Neal (D-MA) today released the following statement after House Republicans pulled a vote on the TrumpCare bill: “Today the American...
Tiberi and Neal Introduce the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act
Mar 21, 2017
Washington, DCToday, Congressman Pat Tiberi (R-OH) and Ranking Member of the Ways and Means Committee Richard E. Neal (D-MA) introduced the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act, legislation...
Statement of Congressman Richard E. Neal on the Passing of Martin Mcguinness
Mar 21, 2017
Washington, DC Congressman Richard E. Neal, Co-Chairman of the Friends of Ireland Caucus in the United States Congress, released the following statement today on the passing of Sinn Fein’s...
Rep. Neal vows to fight Trump budget cuts
Mar 17, 2017
Washington, DCPage 5 of President Donald Trump's budget this week paused to flag "highlights" in the plan. For arts advocates in Massachusetts, and for U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, D-Springfield, what...
Editorial: Could Neal inspire change in Congress?
Mar 13, 2017
Washington, DCStories emanating from the Washington press corps recently suggest that Congressman Richard E. Neal may just be centrist enough to have some influence on the Republican budget and tax...