Press Releases

Rep. Barney Frank’s statement about the news that Congressman John Olver plans to retire

“We will miss John Olver as a legislative leader and effective advocate for Massachusetts, and I will miss him as a colleague. His career exemplifies public service at its best.”

Barney Frank’s statement on the legacy of LGBT rights pioneer Frank Kameny

WASHINGTON – Congressman Barney Frank today released this statement about the passing of LGBT rights pioneer Frank Kameny.

Barney Frank announces town hall meetings to discuss the need to cut military spending

Congressman Barney Frank today announced that he will hold three town hall meetings in Massachusetts during the next two weeks -- in New Bedford, Wellesley and Taunton -- as part of his intensifying initiative to cut excessive military spending.

Frank requests Attorney General to consider LGBT family ties in immigration deportation cases

Frank addresses a letter to Attorney General Eric Holder requesting that he consider family ties of LGBT individuals when determining cases that should be relieved from deportation

Frank Commemorates the End of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"

Frank intensifies efforts to cut excessive military spending

Congressman Barney Frank announced today that in coming weeks he will intensify his efforts to cut excessive military spending.

Kerry, Frank and McGovern announce transportation funds for Southeastern Regional Transit

The USDOT will provide $950,000 to help SRTA build a new bus terminal at 118 Fourth Street in Fall River. It will also provide $665,000 to purchase two new buses to replace vehicles that are over 16 years old.

Frank responds to Senator Kyl’s threats to leave “Super Committee” if military cuts are on the table

"Senator Kyl’s announcement that he will quit the committee if it dares to consider any reduction in the nearly $700 billion military budget ... is, if taken seriously, a declaration that there will be no deficit reduction package."

Frank calls for increased democratization of the Federal Open Market Committee

Congressman Barney Frank today released a detailed statement calling for increased democratization of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), the body within the Federal Reserve that oversees monetary policy by setting targets for interest rates. This issue is particularly important because of the powerful role being played by the FOMC during the current period of considerable economic distress.

Frank requests Historical Commission to reconsider decision that would block new jobs in Southeastern Massachusetts

Congressman Barney Frank today addressed a letter to the Massachusetts Historical Commission, criticizing the commission for issuing a decision that would make it very difficult for Meditech, a maker of medical information systems, to proceed with plans to build a facility in Freetown.