GAO Findings Released Today Raise Serious Concerns about Progress in Implementing Markey-Authored 100% Air Cargo Screening Requirement
For Immediate Release March 17, 2009 Contact: Daniel Reilly 202-225-2836
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Edward Markey (D-Mass.) today expressed serious concerns about the Transportation Security Administration’s...
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For Immediate Release March 17, 2009 Contact: Daniel Reilly 202-225-2836
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Chairman Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) convened a hearing today of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Environment titled, “Competitiveness and Climate Policy: Avoiding Job Losses and Global Warming Progress in International Business...
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For Immediate Release March 11, 2009 Contact: Daniel Reilly 202-225-2836
Studies show harmful chemical can affect neural development in infants, small children, and increase cancer risk
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 13, 2009) - Representative Edward Markey (D-Mass.), U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), and U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.)...
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Rep. Markey (D-Mass.), chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Environment led a closed-door briefing with United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. Markey and a bipartisan group of panel members discussed domestic energy and climate legislation and the role of the United States in the upcoming UN climate change...
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For Immediate Release March 12, 2009 Contact: Daniel Reilly 202-225-2836
Subcommittee members discuss path to Copenhagen with UN’s top diplomat
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Chairman Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) is currently holding a hearing of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Environment entitled,...
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For Immediate Release March 12, 2009 Contact: Eben Burnham-Snyder 202-225-4012
Weatherization Funds Will Create More Than 6,500 Jobs in Mass. $177 Million Will Reduce Energy Bills, Cut Pollution, Put People Back to Work
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 12, 2009) - The Obama administration announced today that they will release $177 million...
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For Immediate Release March 11, 2009 Contact: Daniel Reilly 202-225-2836
Subcommittee members discuss path to Copenhagen with UN’s top diplomat
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Environment today led a closed-door...
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Re-powering America on underutilized lands a “win-win”
Washington, DC – Representative Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), chairman of twin climate and energy panels in the House, today sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson asking for information on the EPA’s plans to generate clean, renewable...
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Migel Medal Recognizes Markey’s Leadership on Behalf of Blind or Visually Impaired People
Washington, DC – The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) has awarded Representative Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) the Migel Medal—the highest award in the field of blindness—for his work on improving technology access for people with...
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Six largest manufacturers of baby bottles in the United States announce they will halt sales of baby bottles containing BPA
Washington, DC – Representative Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), author of legislation to prohibit the use of bisphenol A (BPA) in all food and beverage containers, today praised the decision by the six largest manufacturers...
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DOE report vindicates money and energy savings from Markey-Upton legislation extending Daylight Saving Time
Washington, DC – Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Rep. Fred Upton (R-Mich.), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Energy and Environment, today said that the...
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Migel Medal Recognizes Markey’s Leadership on Behalf of Blind or Visually Impaired People
Washington, DC – The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) has awarded Representative Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) the Migel Medal—the highest award in the field of blindness—for his work on improving technology access for people with...
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Washington, DC – Rep. Mike Capuano and Rep. Edward Markey joined Speaker Nancy Pelosi at a meeting with President Obama to discuss the recent trip to Afghanistan taken by the Members of Congress. Last month, they joined Speaker Pelosi on a congressional delegation (CODEL) trip her office organized to Italy and Afghanistan and the President...
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Washington, D.C. -- Rep. Markey participated in the National Clean Energy Project roundtable to discuss the path to a bold new energy policy, combating climate change and fostering energy independence. Rep. Ed Markey joined Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, President Bill Clinton, Majority Leader...
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Markey’s Energy And Environment Subcommittee Explored Path To Greater Energy Efficiency As Part Of New National Energy Policy
Washington, DC – Chairman Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) today chaired a hearing titled “Energy Efficiency: Complementary Polices for Climate Legislation.” He delivered the following opening...
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Kabul, Afghanistan -- Rep. Markey and members of a congressional delegation met with members of the military while visiting Afghanistan, including Winchester native, Brigadier General Mark Milley of the Deputy Commanding General of the U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division. “I am grateful for the sacrifice and dedication of all of our...
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