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11/18/2009
Payne Votes to Boost Resources for America's Fire Departments - Today, Congressman Donald M. Payne voted to provide local firefighters with the tools and resources they need to prevent and fight fires and keep our communities safe.  At a time when many towns and cities are facing budget shortfalls and cuts to basic services, the Fire Grants Reauthorization Act (HR 3791) invests in the vital firefighter assistance programs that allow local fire departments to provide training, purchase equipment and vehicles, and hire personnel.  The overwhelmingly bipartisan measure passed by a vote of 395 – 31. more

11/10/2009
HOUSE PASSES HISTORIC HEALTH CARE REFORM BILL - Today, House Democrats passed an historic bill that reforms our nation's health insurance system, brings down the deficit and expands access to affordable, quality health care to nearly every American. The Affordable Health Care for America Act offers security and stability to all Americans, reduces costs, improves coverage and preserves our choice of doctors, hospitals and health plans. more

11/5/2009
Payne Announces Health Insurance Reform Will Strengthen Coverage, Lower Costs for Seniors - As the U.S. House of Representatives prepares to vote on health insurance reform, the nearly 40 million-member American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) has endorsed the bill. AARP cites benefits for America's seniors, including strengthening Medicare, lowering prescription drug costs by closing the "donut hole," and improving the coordination and quality of care. more

11/5/2009
Payne Votes to Extend Unemployment Insurance Benefits, Homebuyers' Tax Credit, Business Tax Relief to Stimulate Local Economy - Today, Congressman Donald M. Payne, senior Member on the House Education and Labor Committee, voted to stimulate the local economy and provide stability to American families hit hardest by the recession by extending unemployment benefits, the homebuyers' tax credit, and tax relief for military families and businesses. The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009, HR 3548, will provide immediate assistance, extending relief to millions of workers, families, and businesses nationwide.   The bipartisan bill overwhelmingly passed by a vote of 403 – 12. more

11/4/2009
Payne Votes to Further Protect Consumers from Unfair, Abusive Credit Card Company Actions - Today, Congressman Donald M. Payne voted to accelerate critical reforms that will protect consumers from the abusive practices of the credit card industry. By moving up the start date of much of the Credit CARD Act, Congress can limit the worst practices of credit card companies before the full law takes effect. The Credit CARD Act implemented tough regulations on the credit card industry and empowered consumers by equipping them with the tools they need to manage their own credit. more

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Congressman Payne meets with friends from the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. The Congressman is a strong supporter for funding of Juvenile Diabetes research and treatment.

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