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January 28, 2009: Perriello Statement on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Today, Congressman Tom Perriello voted in favor of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. He released the following statement:“This was a gut-check moment for our country, and Congress acted quickly, transparently, and responsibly to get something done for American families. There is nothing fancy about this recovery package,... …More

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January 22, 2009: 
In Break from Party, Perriello Opposes Release of Bailout Funds
Urges President Obama to Adopt New Accountability Measures for Funds January 22, 2009—Washington, DC—Breaking from Democratic leadership, Congressman Tom Perriello today voted against releasing the... …More
January 22, 2009: 
Reps. Doggett-Perriello $13.5 Billion Higher Ed Tax Credit Headed to House Floor
Ways and Means Committee Approves $2,500 Tax Credit for Tuition and Textbooks Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) and Congressman Tom Perriello (D-Virginia)... …More
January 15, 2009: 
Congressmen Doggett and Perriello Announce Victory for Students in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) and Congressman Tom Perriello (D-Virginia) today announced success in including an estimated $12.5 billion for students and their... …More

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Speeches

January 14, 2009: 
Congressman Perriello's First Floor Speech
“I rise today to support an economic recovery based on investing in America's competitive advantage. Voters in Virginia’s 5th district sent me here because they... …More

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Latest News

Perriello Backs Bipartisan Bill to Provide Healthcare to Children of Working Families
January 14, 2009—Washington, DC—Congressman Tom Perriello today voted in favor of the bipartisan State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) Reauthorization...…
Perriello Named to House Veterans' Affairs Committee
January 12, 2009—Washington, DC—Congressman Tom Perriello proudly announced that he has been appointed to the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee for...…
Perriello Introduces First Bill to Make Higher Education More Affordable
CLASS Act Provides New, Simplified $3,000 Tax Credit January 12, 2009—Washington, D.C.—Congressman Tom Perriello (D-Virginia) and Congressman Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas)...…