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CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS ISSUES STATEMENT ON PUBLIC SAFETY LEGISLATION September 22, 2022 “Today, House Democrats, with the support of the Congressional Black Caucus, passed a comprehensive package to break the cycle of violence in our comm... More
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Congressional Black Caucus Applauds President Biden's Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Plan August 24, 2022 “The Congressional Black Caucus has remained at the forefront of the fight for student loan forgiveness, regularly meeting with the President and his executive team to ensure this issue remains a priority. The Biden Administration’s Student Loan Debt Plan will provide much-needed relief to Black borrowers. We applaud the elimination of up to $20,000 in debt cancellation for Pell Grant recipients and up to $10,000 in debt cancellation for most non-Pell borrowers for individuals making up to $125,... More
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CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE ABHORRENT BEHAVIOR DISPLAYED AT SESAME PLACE July 23, 2022 “Sesame Street is one of the nation's highest-rated TV shows that, at one time, more than 95 percent of all American Preschoolers watched. So, naturally, Sesame Place should be where all children can go to have fun and celebrate. Sadly, that has not been the case. Over the past week, we’ve seen multiple glaring examples of racism coming from the park, including the viral video in which two beautiful little Black girls were blatantly rejected by a character they idolized while white children were... More
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Congressional Black Caucus Condemns Roe Reversal June 24, 2022 “The hands of time have once again been turned back. The extreme right-wing Supreme Court majority’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, the law of the land for 49 years that gave a woman the right to choose, will have far-reaching and painful consequences. Moreover, in the midst of a Black maternal mortality crisis, restricting access to abortion care will disproportionately endanger the lives of Black Americans,” said Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman Joyce Beatty. “Let me be very clear: gov... More
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Congressional Black Caucus Issues Statement on Historic Bipartisan Gun Control Framework June 22, 2022 “This bipartisan legislation is the culmination of strategic efforts and leadership from the Congressional Black Caucus and underscores the historic nature of our efforts to stem the tide of gun violence in our communities. There are many CBC Member-led provisions included and we accept this bipartisan, common-sense legislation to better protect America's children and families, keep our schools safe and reduce the threat of violence across our country. Included in this legislation: $250 million ... More }
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