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Today, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) voted in favor of H.R. 9, the Climate Action Now Act, a bold step forward in addressing the threat of climate change to our nation and our planet. H.R. 9 passed the House this afternoon.  “I believe in science, and it’s clear that climate change is an urgent threat to our public health, infrastructure, economy, and national… Read more »

Today, President Donald Trump announced in a tweet that Stephen Moore has withdrawn his name from consideration to serve on the Federal Reserve Board. Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (VA-10), who serves on the House Financial Services Committee, has been an early and outspoken critic of Moore’s nomination‒first drawing attention to some of Moore’s long held and… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (VA-10) submitted a letter to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure highlighting a number of district-specific transportation and infrastructure priorities. The letter was sent as part of the Committee’s Members’ Day hearing, which provides Members of the House of Representatives an opportunity to share issues of… Read more »

Congresswoman Wexton’s amendment would ensure an accurate assessment of the impact ocean acidification will have on Virginia’s robust commercial fishing industry and outdoor recreation  An amendment offered by Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) during the Science, Space, and Technology Committee markup of H.R. 1716, the Coastal Communities Ocean Acidification Act of… Read more »

 – Today, U.S. Representatives Brad Schneider (D-IL), Susan W. Brooks (R-IN), Jennifer Wexton (D-VA), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced legislation to extend clear and consistent non-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people in housing. H.R. 2402, the Fair and Equal Housing Act of 2019 would include “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” as… Read more »

Sterling, VA -- Today, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) held a roundtable with constituents, health care providers and counselors to discuss their personal experiences with the high costs of diabetes drugs and how it affects patient health.  “No one should have to choose between buying insulin or paying their rent or putting food on the table,” said Congresswoman… Read more »

In response to Attorney General William Barr’s press conference and release of the redacted Mueller Report, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton issued the following statement: “The Mueller investigation has already resulted in the public indictment of 34 individuals and three companies, seven guilty pleas, and one conviction following a jury trial—including the… Read more »

Sterling, VA -- On Tax Day, many homeowners in Virginia’s 10th Congressional District will take a hit under the new law passed by Congressional Republicans according to a report from the House Committee on Oversight and Reform released today by Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (VA-10).   “Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress chose to prioritize outsized and… Read more »

Today marks 100 days since Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (VA-10) took office on January 3rd. Congresswoman Wexton was sworn in during what would become the longest government shutdown in history. The Congresswoman spent her first month in office fighting to reopen the government and assisting constituents impacted by the 35 day shutdown. Since her swearing in, Congresswoman Wexton has… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) introduced the Shutdown Guidance for Financial Institutions Act. This legislation would require federal financial regulators to issue guidance encouraging banks and other financial institutions to work with consumers and businesses affected by a federal Government shutdown.  This legislation was drafted by the Congresswoman in response… Read more »