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Representatives Becca Balint and Nick Langworthy Introduce the Supporting All Producers Act of 2023 (SAP Act)

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Representatives Becca Balint and Nick Langworthy Introduce the Supporting All Producers Act of 2023 (SAP Act)     WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Becca Balint and Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Supporting All Producers Act of 2023, also known as the SAP Act, which would ensure that the Department of…

Rep. Balint Joins LGBTQ Freshman in Introduction of Resolution to Expel Rep. George Santos

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Rep. Balint Joins LGBTQ Freshman in Introduction of Resolution to Expel Rep. George Santos   Washington D.C.- Today, Rep. Becca Balint joined Rep. Robert Garcia (CA-42) and Rep. Eric Sorensen (Il-17) in introducing a resolution to expel George Santos from Congress. This resolution would force the full House to vote on the resolution to expel, potentially leading to the expulsion of…

Rep. Balint Co-Leads the ‘Honoring All Families’ Resolution After Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene Made Offensive Comments on Motherhood

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: May 12, 2023 Contact:  Sophie Pollock   Rep. Balint Co-Leads the ‘Honoring All Families’ Resolution After Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene Made Offensive Comments on Motherhood Rep. Balint Joins Rep. Robert Garcia and Oversight Members in Defending Families     WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, ahead of Mother’s…

Rep. Balint Calls out GOP Committee for Anti-LGBTQ Comments Amid Continued Attacks on Queer Youth

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WATCH: Rep. Balint Calls out GOP Committee for Anti-LGBTQ Comments Amid Continued Attacks on Queer Youth    “My Republican colleagues seem to delight in attacking the LGBTQ people and their families and blaming us for all things, including now, it turns out, the deficit.”   “It is morally bankrupt and deeply un-American to continue to attack these kids. It's time…

Rep. Becca Balint Introduces Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act

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Rep. Becca Balint Introduces Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act    Washington, D.C – Today, Rep. Balint introduced the Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act. The bill would expand access to the US Department of Agriculture emergency funding to combat the threat of non-native species to our forests.    “I, like so many…

Joint Release: Vermont Congressional Delegation Celebrates $20 Million National Science Foundation Award to Fund Data Science Research in Vermont

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JOINT RELEASE: Vermont Congressional Delegation Celebrates $20 Million National Science Foundation Award to Fund Data Science Research in Vermont WASHINGTON – This week, Vermont’s Congressional Delegation announced that the University of Vermont (UVM) would receive a $20 million award through the National Science Foundation (NSF)’s Established Program to Stimulate…

Balint Joins Rep. Steil (WI-01) to Introduce Protecting Young Minds Online Act

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Balint Joins Rep. Steil (WI-01) to Introduce Protecting Young Minds Online Act Nonpartisan Legislation introduced during Mental Health Awareness Month to address children’s mental health. WASHINGTON, DC – Today, during Mental Health Awareness Month, Congresswoman Becca Balint (VT-AL) and Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced the Protecting Young Minds Online Act, legislation…

Rep. Balint Statement on Passage of “Default on America Act”

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Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Becca Balint, a member of the House Budget Committee, voted against the “Default on America Act.”  “A budget reflects our values, and we can plainly see where Republicans’ priorities lie. Their dangerous list of demands that passed the House today are reckless and clearly for political gain. But American families see through these games.…

Rep. Balint Calls out GOP Anti Trans Legislation

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WATCH: “Trans kids and their families are being targeted and harassed for political gain. Is this the nation we want to live in?” Washington, D.C – Today, Rep. Balint delivered remarks on the House floor in opposition to the rule and against HR 734, the “Protection of Women and Girls in Schools Act.” Read her remarks below:  “I rise in opposition to the rule,…

Rep. Becca Balint Introduces Youth Mental Health Legislation

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Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Becca Balint introduced the Peer Education and Emergency Response (PEER) for Mental Health Act. This legislation would establish a grant program that supports training for teachers, school personnel, parents, caregivers, and students in mental health first aid. Increased isolation following the pandemic, greater academic and social pressures, and social…