by Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill House Republicans during a Tuesday hearing blamed hospital and health systems for high health costs, excoriating a group of CEOs...
GOP takes aim at hospital CEOs over affordability crisis
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Thirty-five years ago, Representative Neal boycotted the Queen. With the King’s visit, things have changed.
Apr 28, 2026
By Tal Kopan, Boston Globe WASHINGTON — US lawmakers on Tuesday heartily welcomed the British monarch, King Charles III, as he addressed a joint meeting of Congress.It was a first for Springfield...
‘I’ll be there’: Richard Neal, a key ally of Ireland, objected to the last British monarch’s address to Congress — but not this time
Apr 28, 2026
The congressman absented himself from queen Elizabeth II’s address in 1991. Three decades on, times have changed as King Charles prepares to address both houses of the US Congress By Keith Duggan,...
Lee breaks ground on $36.7 million public safety complex. Here’s when it’s expected to be finished
Apr 26, 2026
By Nate Harrington, The Berkshire Eagle LEE — Town first responders are about to get a major upgrade. On Friday, a group of lawmakers and town officials broke ground with silver shovels...
DHS funding advances, Neal still hoping for negotiation
Apr 23, 2026
LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier Early Thursday, the US Senate started the process of trying to fund the Department of Homeland Security. The Republican majority is using what...
Neal Opening Statement at Full Committee Hearing on the Trump Administration’s 2026 Trade Policy Agenda with United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer
Apr 22, 2026
(As prepared for delivery) Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you to Ambassador Greer for being here today. When you were here a year ago, one may have been able to say a reckless experiment...
Neal Fights for Taxpayers, Calls Out Trump’s Pardons for Convicted Fraudsters at Ways and Means Hearing on Medicare Fraud
Apr 21, 2026
WATCH HERE “Want to thank our witnesses today for this helpful dialogue. So let me disabuse all in the room today of the following. I'm not aware of anybody here who's for fraud. I think that's a...
Neal calls RFK, Jr.’s testimony on vaccines ‘vague’ during hearing
Apr 17, 2026
LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. went before the House Ways and Means Committee Thursday in Washington, D.C....
Neal Opening Statement at Full Committee Hearing with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Apr 16, 2026
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We share heritage as sons of the Commonwealth. I go way back with your family. I supported your father for President and was a delegate for your uncle when he ran,...
Neal Statement on the Failure of the Big Ugly Law
Apr 15, 2026
WASHINGTON, DC—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement marking the end of the 2026 tax filing season: “We knew exactly how this story would...
Funding approved for new East Springfield Branch Library
Apr 14, 2026
By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — The long-awaited plan to replace the East Springfield Branch Library was finally realized on Monday with money officially allocated to pay for...
MBTA cars were impounded by the federal government. Representative Neal’s old-school charm may have aided their return.
Apr 13, 2026
By Julian E.J. Sorapuru Globe Staff WASHINGTON — It was St. Patrick’s Day, and a who’s who of Washington politicians with Irish roots had assembled at the Friends of Ireland Luncheon on Capitol...
Congressman Richard Neal honors Easthampton students bound for national civics competition
Apr 13, 2026
WATCH HERE By Ben Goodman and Ryan Trowbridge EASTHAMPTON, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Congressman Richard Neal visited Easthampton High School on Monday to honor those on their way to the 2026...
Neal Announces $500,000 Earmark for the East Springfield Branch Library
Apr 13, 2026
Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal joined Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, members of the Springfield City Library, members of the Springfield Library Commission, and local...
Neal Statement on the 28th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement
Apr 10, 2026
Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement regarding the 28th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement: “Twenty-eight years ago, the governments of Ireland...
Local lawmakers demand clarity on U.S. Middle East goals
Apr 10, 2026
WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Uncertainty continues in the Middle East after Iran accused the United States on Wednesday of breaking a cease-fire agreement. Western...
Westfield State students gain insights from Rep. Richard Neal
Apr 10, 2026
WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Congressman Richard Neal visited Westfield State University to address students, primarily political science majors, about the...
BCC Sees $1M in Federal Funds for Trades Academy
Apr 9, 2026
By Brittany Polito, iBerkshires PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College was awarded nearly $1 million in federal funds to support a Trades Academy. On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal...
At Rockwell business breakfast event, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal takes swings at President Trump, Iran war, healthcare system and media
Apr 9, 2026
“America has a real skill set problem” - U.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal (D – Massachusetts 1st Congressional District). Written by Shaw Israel Izikson, The Berkshire Edge Stockbridge — Business...
Rep. Neal visits Berkshires for federal funding announcement, school tour, business breakfast
Apr 9, 2026
LISTEN HERE WAMC Northeast Public Radio | By Josh Landes Democratic Congressman Richard Neal was in Berkshire County today to discuss business, education, and jobs training with local leaders. The...