- 10/17/2012
A NEW REPORT LOOKS AT THE IMPACTS OF THE RYAN BUDGET ON SENIORS IN THE 11TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT. THE REPORT DETAILS INCREASED COSTS TO SENIORS FOR MEDICARE AND THREATS TO NURSING HOME COVERAGE AND QUALITY.
< Read more > - 10/16/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE STATEMENT REGARDING THE U.S. SUPREME COURT'S DECISION TO DENY OHIO SECRETARY OF STATE JON HUSTED'S APPEAL TO BLOCK IN-PERSON EARLY VOTING DURING THE LAST THREE DAYS BEFORE THE NOVEMBER 6TH ELECTION.
< Read more > - 10/9/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE ISSUED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT TODAY REGARDING THE DECISION BY OHIO SECRETARY OF STATE JON HUSTED TO APPEAL TO THE U.S. SUPREME COURT A FEDERAL APPEALS COURT RULING THAT ALLOWS FOR IN-PERSON EARLY VOTING DURING THE LAST THREE
< Read more > - 9/24/2012
THE NUMBER OF OBESE ADULTS, ALONG WITH RELATED DISEASE RATES AND HEALTH CARE COSTS, ARE ON COURSE TO INCREASE DRAMATICALLY IN EVERY STATE IN THE COUNTRY OVER THE NEXT 20 YEARS, ACCORDING TO F AS IN FAT: HOW OBESITY THREATENS AMERICA'S FUTURE 2012, A R
< Read more > - 9/17/2012
For Jewish families in our Congressional District and throughout the world, Rosh Hashanah, the Days of Awe and Yom Kippur are a time Jewish families come together for prayer and introspection, renewal and repentance. It is also a time for reflection on t
< Read more > - 8/31/2012
"I welcome the court decision to restore voting rights to the people of Ohio," said Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge. The judge in his case has reinforced a cherished principle of our nation; equal treatment under the law."
< Read more > - 8/31/2012
THE CUYAHOGA COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS ANNOUNCED THAT VOTE BY MAIL APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN ARRIVING IN VOTERS' MAILBOXES AS EARLY AS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH. APPLICATIONS ARE STILL AVAILABLE BY CALLING OR VISITING THE BOARD, OR PICKING THEM UP AT ANY
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- 8/27/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE (OH-11) WELCOMED THE ANNOUNCEMENT IN CLEVELAND TODAY OF MORE THAN $132,000 IN FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR CUYAHOGA COUNTY URBAN FARMERS.
< Read more > - 8/24/2012
(WASHINGTON)–Last Wednesday August 15th, Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted issued a directive requiring specific rules and operating hours for county boards of elections. Specifically, the directive eliminated early voting on weekends, and barred a
< Read more > - 8/15/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN FUDGE ISSUED A STATEMENT TODAY REGARDING A NEW DIRECTIVE FROM OHIO SECRETARY OF STATE JON HUSTED ESTABLISHING STANDARDIZED EARLY VOTING HOURS
< Read more > - 8/2/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge sent a letter, cosigned by Representatives Marcy Kaptur, Dennis Kucinich and Tim Ryan to Michael Colbert, Director of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. The letter calls on the agency to improve its alarming rat
< Read more > - 7/31/2012
"CONGRESSMAN LATOURETTE'S DEPARTURE FROM CONGRESS IS A LOSS TO THE OHIO DELEGATION. I WILL MISS HIS WIT AND ABILITY TO GET THINGS DONE. WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE STEVE WHO ARE GRACIOUS AND WILLING TO REACH ACROSS THE AISLE. HE IS A CHAMPION FOR THE PE
< Read more > - 7/13/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge expressed her outrage today over a decision by Ohio Secretary of State John Husted to limit In-Person Absentee Voting hours. Husted's decision was a tie breaker for the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections
< Read more > - 7/12/2012
AFTER A MEETING OF THE HOUSING AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE THAT LASTED INTO THE EARLY MORNING HOURS, CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE (OH-11) IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE PASSAGE OF TWO AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL AGRICULTURE REFORM AND RISK MANAGEMENT ACT OF 2012, KN
< Read more > - 7/11/2012
HOUSE REPUBLICANS VOTED TO REDUCE OR TAKE AWAY PATIENT PROTECTIONS AND AGAINST UPHOLDING THE HEALTH AND ECONOMIC SECURITY OF THE MIDDLE CLASS AND ALL THOSE ENTITLED TO HEALTHCARE.
< Read more > - 7/2/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE (OH-11), HAS SENT A LETTER TO OHIO GOVERNOR JOHN KASICH URGING HIM TO IMPLEMENT THE MEDICAID EXPANSION PROVISION INCLUDED IN THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (ACA).
< Read more > - 6/29/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE (OH-11) IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE HOUSE PASSED H.R. 4348 TODAY, LEGISLATION WHICH INCLUDED PROVISIONS TO HELP MAKE HIGHER EDUCATION FINANCIALLY MANAGEABLE FOR STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES BY MAINTAINING INTEREST RATES ON NEED
< Read more > - 6/28/2012
"TODAY THE SUPREME COURT HAS REAFFIRMED THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE, CARRIED OUT BY A DULY ELECTED CONGRESS TO FIX A BROKEN HEALTH CARE SYSTEM AND ENSURE THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF ALL AMERICANS," SAID CONGRESSWOMAN FUDGE
< Read more > - 6/22/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE AND CHAIRMAN EMANUEL CLEAVE LED THE CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS IN SENDING A LETTER TO THE CHAIRMAN AND RANKING MEMBER OF THE HOUSE COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE OPPOSING THE DESTRUCTIVE CUTS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANC
< Read more > - 6/26/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE (OH-11) SENT A FORMAL REQUEST TO OHIO SECRETARY OF STATE JOHN HUSTED YESTERDAY REQUESTING THE NUMBER OF REGISTERED VOTERS, ORGANIZED BY COUNTY, WHO HAVE BEEN REMOVED, OR "PURGED" FROM THE OHIO VOTER ROLLS SINCE 2008.
< Read more > - 6/23/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN MARCIA L. FUDGE (OH-11) JOINED CONGRESSWOMAN CAROLYN MALONEY (NY-14) AND CONGRESSWOMAN GWEN MOORE (WI-4) IN INTRODUCING A RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF TITLE IX.
< Read more > - 6/13/2012
Congresswoman Fudge is pleased to announce the appointment of LeMia Beatrice Jenkins as her Press Secretary. LeMia is based in the Washington, D.C. office and will among other duties, coordinate media inquiries and outreach regarding legislative matters
< Read more > - 6/5/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN FUDGE ISSUED A STATEMENT ON THE PARTISAN EFFORT TO BLOCK A VOTE ON THE PAYCHECK FAIRNESS ACT: "IT IS A SAD DAY WHEN FAIRNESS FOR AMERICA'S WORKING WOMEN FALLS VICTIM TO PARTISAN POLITICS. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR THE DECISION BY SENATE RE
< Read more > - 5/25/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN FUDGE URGES ALL AMERICANS TO JOIN HER IN REMEMBERING THE U.S. SERVICE MEMBERS WHO LOST THEIR LIVES IN DEFENSE OF OUR FREEDOM.
< Read more > - 5/17/2012
CONGRESSWOMAN FUDGE VOTED NO ON THE BILL ADVANCED BY HOUSE REPUBLICANS THAT WEAKENS PROTECTIONS FOR VICTIMS OF SPOUSAL/PARTNER ABUSE. "I CANNOT SUPPORT A MEASURE THAT CHOOSES TO PROTECT SOME WOMEN AND NOT OTHERS," SAID CONGRESSWOMAN FUDGE
< Read more > - 5/14/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) is pleased to announce winners of the Eleventh District Congressional Art Competition. The Best in Show winner is Marcus Billingsley, a student at the Cleveland School of the Arts, Cleveland Metropolitan School Dist
< Read more > - 5/10/2012
At the invitation of Congresswoman Fudge, Ranking member of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight & Credit, an urban farmer from Cleveland testified today about the needs of urban agriculture entrepreneurs
< Read more > - 5/8/2012
"HB 194 was an attack on voting rights and should never have been enacted in the first place. While I am pleased that Ohio voters will now be spared from measures that cut the early voting period in half, make it harder to vote by mail or find the correct
< Read more > - 5/7/2012
Following a Senate hearing in Cleveland today, Senators Dick Durbin and Sherrod Brown and Congresswoman Marcia Fudge spoke out against infringements to voting rights posed by Ohio House Bill 194 and other restrictive election law changes.
< Read more > - 5/7/2012
"Ohioans and every citizen across the nation need to know there is a concerted effort underway to limit, suppress and undo the uninhibited right to vote," said Congresswoman Fudge. The Congresswoman was the lead-off witness at a Senate field hearing in Cl
< Read more > - 5/1/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) will testify at an official hearing of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Human Rights in Cleveland on Monday, May 7. The hearing, being held by Senate Majority Whip and Subcommit
< Read more > - 4/19/2012
Recognizing the critical need to prepare all students for jobs of the 21st Century, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge has introduced the Project Ready STEM Act of 2012. This legislation, H.R. 4366, is designed to improve opportunities for minority youth to b
< Read more > - 4/16/2012
Congresswoman Fudge today will introduce legislation to support sustainable agriculture in American cities, promote urban farming, eradicate hunger and improve access to healthy food. The legislation is called The Let's Grow Act of 2012.
< Read more > - 4/11/2012
"This is a Cleveland project, and we need Cleveland workers."
< Read more > - 3/29/2012
WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) made this statement after the passage of the 2013 Republican Budget, H.Con.Res. 112, in the House of Representatives...
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- 3/29/2012
In recognition of April as National Minority Health Month, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) urges her constituents to stay active, make healthy choices and take steps to promote wellness for themselves and their families despite disparities in access
< Read more > - 3/28/2012
WASHINGTON D.C.-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) denounced the passage of S.B 295 by the Ohio Senate because the bill reaffirms a ban on early voting during the three days prior to an election and removes the opportunity for Ohioans to voice their
< Read more > - 3/26/2012
"It is possible for Democrats and Republicans to work together on legislation that stands to benefit American business and our nation's economy."
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- 3/21/2012
"Through my new committee assignment, I will continue to promote policies that ensure we have a robust American workforce and economy, in addition to safe conditions for American workers. I will work with my colleagues to support early childhood programs
< Read more > - 3/20/2012
Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) and Steven LaTourette (OH-14) today unveiled the Restore our Neighborhoods Act of 2012, HR 4210. This bipartisan legislation provides up to $4 billion for states and establishes land banks...
< Read more > - 3/20/2012
Congresswoman Fudge spoke about the importance of the Affordable Care Act on the House floor in March. She noted that many Americans agree with the provisions of the Affordable Care Act when asked, even if they do not believe they support the law as a wh
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- 3/19/2012
This morning, Reps Fudge and LaTourette hosted a press conference in Cleveland to introduce the Restore Our Neighborhoods Act of 2012.
< Read more > - 3/16/2012
Today, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11), U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack highlighted a new jobs initiative that would give federal procurement preference to companies who make bio-based products.
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- 3/16/2012
This legislation establishes a bond program to finance demolitions to eliminate blight, recover property values of homeowners who don't want to leave their neighborhoods, and curb crime.
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- 3/9/2012
The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland is hosting, with the support from partner agencies, a first come, first served free advice clinic for low-income individuals with civil legal issues.
< Read more > - 3/8/2012
Unfortunately, due to the funeral arrangements for, a long serving Member of Congress, I am unable to be in the district on Wednesday, March 14, 2012. Therefore, I must postpone the previously announced town hall meeting scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on that
< Read more > - 3/8/2012
Are you wondering how many jobs Congresswoman Fudge's Infrastructure Bank bill will help create? Or what she has done to protect Social Security and Medicare? Take a look at the Spring 2012 newsletter to learn more about what the Congresswoman has...
< Read more > - 3/6/2012
Today is a sad day for the residents of the 10th District of New Jersey, and so many others around the world. Congressman Donald Payne will be remembered for his advocacy and his passion during over twenty years in the House of Representatives...
< Read more > - 3/1/2012
Women have played an integral role in the creation and development of our nation. Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) encourages residents of the 11th District and throughout the nation to honor all women during the month of March, Women's History
< Read more > - 3/1/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) today calls on concerned citizens of the 11th District to voice their opposition to the State of Ohio's decision to delay construction of the second I-90 (Inner Belt) bridge in Cleveland until 2023.
< Read more > - 2/29/2012
Cleveland has a "Bridge to Somewhere", somewhere important and the State of Ohio has decided to spend federal money on other projects and delay its construction for another seven years.
< Read more > - 2/28/2012
I was truly honored to be presented recently with the Defender of Children Award by First Focus Campaign for Children...
< Read more > - 2/28/2012
In response to new hardship data, Members of Congress, Community Leaders Call for Adequate Funding of SNAP
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- 2/16/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11), in collaboration with Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer (MD-5), Rep. John Conyers (MI-14), and Rep. John Lewis (GA-5) and in partnership with the Congressional Black Caucus, will host a Voting Rights Briefing, The Evo
< Read more > - 2/14/2012 < Read more >
- 2/13/2012
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) will join students at Charles Elliot Elementary School in Cleveland on Monday, February 13th as they design Valentine's Day greetings for veterans.
< Read more > - 2/10/2012
As we observe Black History Month, there is no better time to stop and recognize that the struggle of many Americans to exercise their right to vote is not confined to the past. A disturbing new chapter of that struggle is playing out now.
< Read more > - 2/9/2012
The number of people struggling with hunger in America is rising – and it's due in large part to a struggling economy, but even more people would go hungry if it weren't for SNAP.
< Read more > - 2/7/2012
My office recently received this letter from a participant of the Job Fair I hosted in Cleveland in August of last year. Through the event, hundreds of Northeast Ohio residents were able to secure employment. Here is one of their stories...
< Read more > - 2/7/2012
WASHINGTON – The National Veterans Small Business Conference, the government's premier event for Veteran-owned small businesses, is coming to Detroit's Cobo Center June 25-29, the Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced.
< Read more > - 2/3/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) led a letter, with 36 members of the House of Representatives, urging payroll conferees not to cut Medicare in a manner that would reduce payments to the nation's urban safety-net hospitals to pay for the extensio
< Read more > - 2/2/2012
"Income inequality is real in America. It's time we start making sure our laws strengthen the middle class, not weaken it. The American people believe in fundamental fairness. It's about the nation in which we live, and what it means to realize t
< Read more > - 2/1/2012
Turn in Your Application on Feb. 4 and save on postage
< Read more > - 2/1/2012
In recognition of February as National African American History Month, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) encourages residents of the 11th District and throughout the nation to reflect on the contributions of African Americans in our nation's histo
< Read more > - 2/1/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge is pleased to announce the nomination of 5 outstanding 11th District Students to our nation's service academies.
< Read more > - 1/31/2012
It's time we take a step back and reevaluate our priorities. The American people deserve it.
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- 1/25/2012
WASHINGTON, DC--The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled new standards for school meals today that will help nearly 32 million kids receive more nutritious foods during the school day.
< Read more > - 1/24/2012
"Democrats and Republicans in Congress should unite around supporting job creation. Members can either stand in the way of progress or lead the way to a stronger economy."
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- 1/24/2012
As President Obama gives the State of the Union address Tuesday night, Marine Sgt. Joseph Collins will be in the audience. "Gosh. It's very nice, very swell. It's humbling. I'm very fortunate," said Collins, 27, who served for four years in t
< Read more > - 1/23/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) announced today that 23 Representatives, 13 Democrats and 10 Republicans, will participate in her bipartisan initiative to invite a veteran of the Iraq War to President Obama's State of the Union Address tomorrow
< Read more > - 1/23/2012
A bipartisan group of Ohio and Michigan members of Congress is asking President Barack Obama to help communities in the two states deal with abandoned and vacant homes. In a letter dated Monday, the 16 lawmakers say stressed local governments need federa
< Read more > - 1/23/2012
U.S. Representatives Marcia L. Fudge and Steven LaTourette, joined by 14 other Representatives from Ohio and Michigan, sent a letter today to President Obama urging his administration to support efforts that help communities address the large quantity of
< Read more > - 1/18/2012
"Instead of wasting valuable time on a disapproval resolution, House Republicans should be quickly moving forward on job creation bills...
< Read more > - 1/17/2012
Warrensville Heights Democratic Rep. Marcia Fudge is asking her colleagues in Congress to invite Iraq War veterans to be their guests at President Obama's Jan. 24 State of the Union speech.
< Read more > - 1/17/2012
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) today announced that she will invite an Iraq War Veteran from the 11th district of Ohio to join her at the State of the Union address. Joseph Collins, who served in Iraq in 2005, is an honorably disc
< Read more > - 1/11/2012
Another bright spot is the initiative President Obama announced last week to create summer jobs for youth. His proposal would accomplish what I set out to do by authoring the National Youth Summer Jobs Act. My bill, which was recently endorsed by the pr
< Read more > - 1/11/2012
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH – Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) urges the media and the community to join her in promoting awareness of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC is a refundable federal income tax credit for low income working
< Read more > - 1/9/2012
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency is pleased to announce important changes that will help even more Ohioans avoid foreclosure. Starting January 1, 2012, more unemployed and underemployed Ohioans may be eligible for mortgage assistance through Restoring Stab
< Read more > - 1/4/2012
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge applauds President Obama's decision to proceed with the recess appointment of Richard Cordray to head the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
< Read more > - 12/22/2011
"In what seems like a Christmas miracle, House Republicans have ended their objection to the passage of a tax cut for 160 million middle class Americans. Delaying this tax break could have a devastating impact on families across the nation, and on our ec
< Read more > - 12/22/2011
As the holidays and the New Year approach, I am mindful of my blessings in life, although I never lose sight of the sufferings and unmet needs of our citizens. Despite recent setbacks on hard-earned voting and worker rights, 2011 brought glimmers...
< Read more > - 12/22/2011
Republicans and Democrats agree that we need to extend the payroll tax cut, yet we don't have a deal. My Democratic colleagues and I would prefer a year-long deal, but we are willing to take a two-month compromise in order to prevent a tax increase f
< Read more > - 12/20/2011
"Republicans have just pulled a bait and switch on the American people by taking a bill to conference that has overwhelming bipartisan support. The Tea Party Republicans have revolted again, walking away from a bipartisan agreement and demonstrating that
< Read more > - 12/16/2011
"Homeowners are depending on us to help stop the free fall of their property values. It's time we develop and pass meaningful legislation that promotes the revitalization of our neighborhoods."
< Read more > - 12/16/2011
Sandra along with 6 million Americans will be cut off from this emergency lifeline in 2012, unless Congress acts. That's why I have urged my colleagues in Congress to extend unemployment insurance.
< Read more > - 12/15/2011
Congresswoman Marcia Fudge congratulates the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) for winning a competitive grant to build the Mayfield Road Transit station under the old Mayfield Road bridge in Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood. Th
< Read more > - 12/15/2011
"This year the brave men and women who continue to honorably serve their nation will be home in time to spend the holidays with their families. We must never forget the enormous sacrifice made by over 1 million Americans who served in our nation's lo
< Read more > - 12/14/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11), along with her colleague Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-9), led a letter urging Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Speaker John Boehner to include an extension of the New Markets Tax Credit...
< Read more > - 12/13/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) made this statement in reference to H.R. 3630, the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2011. "This legislation only furthers the agenda of House Republicans: to eliminate the deficit at an
< Read more > - 12/9/2011
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) will speak at two public events today and Saturday on topics of vital interest to residents of Northeast Ohio. She will participate in the "Jobs for Justice Rally" this evening, December 9, 2011, to discuss her init
< Read more > - 12/8/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) made this statement regarding the Senate, today, blocking the nomination of Richard Cordray to head the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). "It's disgraceful that Republicans are obstruc
< Read more > - 12/1/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) spoke out, on the House floor, against Republican attempts to abolish the Election Assistance Commission. Eliminating the EAC would remove oversight and create obstacles to ensuring that every eligib
< Read more > - 11/30/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) voted NO today on H.R. 3094, Workforce Democracy and Fairness Act, a bill that would be yet another blow to American workers and their families. "We've seen attempts like this before. On November
< Read more > - 11/29/2011
WASHINGTON – Recently, the State of Ohio announced the selection of KPMG for a federally subsidized state contract to study changes to the Ohio Turnpike including privatization. KPMG LLP, the US member firm of the Switzerland-based KPMG Internationa
< Read more > - 11/17/2011
"Although I agree with most of the provisions in the legislation, I voted no because many of the cuts in this legislation would hurt our neighborhoods and hit our most vulnerable citizens the hardest. I could not, in good faith, vote for a bill that cuts
< Read more > - 11/15/2011
The forum was entitled "Excluded from Democracy: The Impact of Recent State Voting Law Changes." Chaired by Ranking Member Conyers, House Democrats joined voting rights groups to discuss new state measures adopted over the last year that would make it...
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- 11/9/2011
Veterans E-newsletter
< Read more > - 11/9/2011
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH - On Veteran's Day, November 11th, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) urges all Americans to join her in remembering those who served their country in the name of freedom and democracy.
< Read more > - 11/8/2011
"No veteran should have to fight for a job at home after they fight for our nation overseas," said President Obama. "Congress should pass the Returning Heroes and Wounded Warrior tax credits, but we can't wait for Congress to act. That's why today
< Read more > - 11/8/2011
WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) today announced the appointment of Veleter Mazyck as her Chief of Staff. Ms. Mazyck has served as in-house counsel in urban public education for over 20 years, including General Counsel for two urban
< Read more > - 11/4/2011
With the frigid weather approaching, the Ohio Department of Development prepares to protect Ohioans for another winter season with the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Winter Crisis Program.
< Read more > - 11/4/2011
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) will visit a Dave's Supermarket in Cleveland at 12 noon on November 7th as part of her participation in a national Food Stamp Challenge. At that time, the Congresswoman will purchase one week's worth of food;
< Read more > - 11/3/2011
On Nov. 1, I hosted a session on the House floor on efforts to suppress voting by state legislatures and Governors across the nation. I was joined by Whip Steny Hoyer and 12 other members including
< Read more > - 11/1/2011
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) announced she will be participating in the Food Stamp Challenge beginning on November 7th. The challenge, living off the average Food Stamp benefit for one week, is part of the "Fighting Pov
< Read more > - 10/31/2011
Rep. Fudge will be taking the Food Stamp Challenge for one week starting on Nov. 7. She will only have $31.50 to spend on meals. That's $4.50 per day. She will only be participating for 1 week, but SNAP recipients have to live on this every day.
< Read more > - 10/28/2011
Rep. Marcia Fudge, D-Ohio, announced an infrastructure bill late Tuesday similar to one Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., will take from the American Jobs Act and put up for a vote next week. Both plans would create a federal bank to loan money t
< Read more > - 10/27/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Recently the Cleveland Metropolitan School Board voted to cut 13.2 million dollars in funding from the school district's budget, resulting in the elimination of preschool, spring sports programs, summer school, and busing for high sch
< Read more > - 10/25/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11), today, is introducing the National Infrastructure Bank Act of 2011, a companion bill to Senator Sherrod Brown's bill, S. 1550. The Cleveland region ranked 9th in the nation (for metro areas with
< Read more > - 10/24/2011
WASHINGTON, DC--Congresswoman Marcia L Fudge (OH-11),today, reintroduced the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Fire Prevention Act. The legislation, supported by 14 organizations, would authorize funds to provide competitive matching grants to universities and colle
< Read more > - 10/21/2011
WASHINGTON, DC –Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime; an estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault
< Read more > - 10/21/2011
Congresswoman Fudge issued a statement today regarding President Obama's decision to end all U.S. combat operations in Iraq. "The withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq is long overdue. May all our brave men and women return home safely. "
< Read more > - 10/18/2011
"The release of Gilad Shalit is a remarkable end to a five-year saga, and I wish him success in acclimating upon his return to Israel. May he gain strength from the many people who rejoice in his release."
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Governor Kasich's administration had planned to utilize federal funds for a contractor to advise the state on turnpike financing and privatization. My colleagues Reps. Tim Ryan, Marcy Kaptur, Dennis Kucinich, Betty Sutton and I expressed deep concern.
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- 10/11/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) calls on Medicare officials to investigate complaints from frustrated beneficiaries and physicians about changes to a program that determines where beneficiaries obtain diabetes testing supplies and o
< Read more > - 10/5/2011
One in every four women will have breast cancer in her lifetime; 1.3 million women are diagnosed annually. It's the most prevalent form of cancer in the world today, and African-American women experience higher death rates from breast cancer...
< Read more > - 10/5/2011
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge invites you to attend her U.S. Passport and Immigration Resources Fair, where representatives from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services will be available to answer your questions.
< Read more > - 10/4/2011
For the Jewish community in Ohio, the United States and around the world, the New Year has begun. This week, the High Holidays continue with the Days of Awe and observance of Yom Kippur, a day of reflection and repentance.
< Read more > - 10/4/2011
I rise today to speak about jobs. While we operate in a divided Congress, Americans are struggling. Millions are unemployed, underemployed and without the skills to be employed. More than 1.4 million Americans have been out of work for more than 99 weeks. These Americans want jobs. These Americans don't understand the delay – many can't afford to wait.
< Read more > - 10/3/2011
At a press conference in Cleveland on September 27, Rep. Fudge spoke out against Ohio House Bill 194. On September 29, the state announced they had over 300,000 signatures, enough to get the repeal on the ballot in 2012.
< Read more > - 9/28/2011
The City of Cleveland will be recalling 25 of the Division of Police (CPD) officers affected by the state-imposed layoffs, after receiving a grant in the amount of $5,864,275.
< Read more > - 9/27/2011
The obstacles facing our nation right now are some of the greatest in recent memory, but I am hopeful that we are turning a corner. I hosted a Telephone Town Hall on the economy, last week. Seven thousand people, from around the district, joined the call to ask questions about resources for small businesses, and how to find job training programs. These people, like so many others, are looking for progress. They are looking for jobs. Our focus needs to move from cutting budgets and eliminating jobs to expanding job opportunities and strengthening our communities.
< Read more > - 9/27/2011
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH – Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) will hold a news conference on Tuesday, September 27th in Cleveland to discuss immediate and future restrictions on voting rights caused by Ohio's voter suppression law known as HB 194.
< Read more > - 9/14/2011
The following groups are now accepting applications for grants: Job Ready Sites Program, Brownfield Action Plan Pilot Program, Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit
< Read more > - 9/13/2011
"Whatever the boundaries are, my priorities remain the same. I intend to listen and to be a voice for the people of my district. The hard working families of Northeast Ohio, our elderly and our children deserve the best service and highest quality of life," said Congresswoman Fudge.
< Read more > - 9/9/2011
"As we commemorate the 10th anniversary of September 11, we are reminded of the terrible loss of innocent life. Let us remember the victims and pray for the families they left behind. Let us recall the selfless sacrifice and courage of the first responders," said Congresswoman Fudge. "Now, we must come together as a nation and find meaningful solutions to our challenges. That's the best legacy to honor Americans lost in 9/11. Let's strengthen our nation for future generations."
< Read more > - 9/8/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) made this statement in response to the President's speech to the joint session of Congress tonight: "The American people want to see progress on jobs, and tonight the President showed leadership and initiative. I believe this is the direction in which we need to take our country. It's time we put partisanship aside. I'm hopeful we will come together and pass this legislation," said Rep. Fudge.
< Read more > - 9/8/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Today, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) spokeon the House floor against unsupported accusations that Social Security is a Ponzi scheme: "I spend a lot of time at home talking to my senior citizens. And on one of my visits home, they gave to me a package of 25,000 signatures asking if I would pledge to support Social Security. I want them to know I'm going to pledge to do that, but I also want to say to them, yes we need to make some changes, but it is not a Ponzi scheme.
< Read more > - 9/7/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) is leading a letter to Postmaster General Patrick Donaho that supports the USPS workforce and opposes action to break labor agreements.The U.S. Postal Service will ask Congress to approve a proposal t
< Read more > - 9/2/2011
Allows students to use the Post-9/11 GI Bill for: Non-college degree (NCD) programs, on-the-job and apprenticeship training, Correspondence training, Housing allowance, and more
< Read more > - 9/2/2011
Please note that this year, Medicare Open Enrollment will take place at a different time: October 15th to December 7th.
< Read more > - 9/2/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) with original sponsor Congresswoman Kay Granger (TX-12),and 16 other cosponsors, introduced H.R. 339, which designates September 2011 as Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, earlier this year. This resolution has the support of over 30 national organizations that have joined together to combat childhood obesity.
< Read more > - 9/2/2011
In advance of U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan's visit to Cleveland, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge will host a working meeting with Cleveland area public school leaders and special guest, Acting U.S. Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education, Michael Yudin. The meeting will take place Tuesday, September 6th at 1pm at the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) Administration Center. CMSD CEO Eric Gordon and 13 superintendents from public school districts in Cuyahoga County are expected to attend.
< Read more > - 9/1/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) today recognized the grand opening of the Minority Business Development Agency's Business Center in Cleveland. "We're proud that many large corporations call Cleveland home, but we also value and recognize the importance of our small and mid-sized businesses as an engine to generate jobs and spur economic development in our region. The picture is not complete if we ignore our minority run businesses and fail to give them the tools to succeed...
< Read more > - 8/26/2011
Many have joined me this month to discuss job growth and economic development. I want to thank you all. This is the most pressing issue facing our nation right now. We need to come up with solutions to lower the unemployment rate now. There is no more ti
< Read more > - 8/25/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- For the second year in a row, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) has introduced legislation aimed at combating childhood obesity. Fit for Life, H.R. 2795, is a comprehensive approach to addressing the obesity crisis by improving the quality of and access to food, advancing preventative measures, expanding treatment of obesity in children and encouraging physical activity in under-served communities.
< Read more > - 8/18/2011
Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) made this statement in reference to funds awarded from The U.S. Department of the Treasury to the state of Ohio through the State Small Business Credit Initiative, allowing Ohio to access $55.1 million in federal money to encourage small business lending.
< Read more > - 8/17/2011
Congresswoman Fudge expressed her deep concern that despite findings of a new report, important federal nutrition programs remain on the chopping block. The Food Research and Action Center found that more than 1 in 4 Ohio households with children did not have enough money to buy food in the past 12 months.
< Read more > - 8/17/2011
A joint venture between University Hosptials and Centerre Healthcare Corp. will bring a $17 million dollar project and approximately 150 new jobs to the 11th District. Congresswoman Fudge applauds University Hospitals for developing a needed health care facility in Beachwood.
< Read more > - 8/5/2011
It seems that many in Congress have completely lost sight of our nation's priorities. My colleagues spent months debating a deal that should have been nothing more than a clean raising of the debt ceiling. I voted no on the deal last week, because the agreement will kill jobs and further weaken a recovery that has already left too many people behind.
< Read more > - 8/1/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) made this statement after the passage of the Debt Ceiling Deal in the House of Representatives: "I voted no because this is a job killing bill that puts our nation's economy at risk. I can't in good faith tell my constituents that Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security are safe under this plan because we don't know what will happen. We don't know what cuts the Committee will come up with, but it is a safe bet that the largest mandatory spending programs (Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid) will be at the top of the list. Above all, the deficit is not the biggest obstacle to the nation's prosperity; the lack of jobs is."
< Read more > - 8/1/2011
The job fair will include employers from Cleveland as well as nation companies. There are already over 80 employers registered, with over 1200 positions available. There are numerous positions available in healthcare, banking, sales, retail, hospitality, education, manufacturing, nonprofits, and government affairs. See below list of confirmed employers.
< Read more > - 7/30/2011
Congresswoman Fudge discusses the need for a compromise to avoid default by the U.S. "There is no reason for us to be at this place at this time, so I'm happy that he believes that there is going to be some settlement. And I'm looking forward to being part of that as we vote on the floor to make sure that this country does not go into default."
< Read more > - 7/28/2011
I voted for a clean debt ceiling a few weeks ago because I believe there should be two separate conversations about where our country has been-- and debts accrued under past Presidents-- and where we will go in the future. Raising the ceiling is about honoring our obligations, not agreeing to more spending.
< Read more > - 7/27/2011
WARRESNVILLE HEIGHTS, OH- With Ohio's unemployment rate heading in the wrong direction, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) is pleased to announce she will host a For the People Job Fair and Town Hall meeting at Cleveland State University on August 8th, 2011. Approximately 50 employers have confirmed their participation and the list continues to grow.
< Read more > - 7/22/2011
A year ago today President Obama signed the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act into law. This law creates a strong Consumer Financial Protection Bureau–the CFPB–that will protect consumers, especially the poor and the most vulnerable, from unscrupulous practices in the financial industry. The Dodd-Frank law levels the playing field. The CFPB has taken steps to protect Americans against abuses by the financial industry – like payday lenders and debt collectors – that we were unable to monitor before the passage of the law.
< Read more > - 7/14/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Today the House approved, with bipartisan support, an amendment offered by Congresswoman Marcia Fudge (OH-11), Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Congressman Charles Bass (R-NH) in the FY2012 Energy and Water Appropriations bill to restor
< Read more > - 7/11/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) hosted the Stand Up for Voting Rights press conference on Wednesday, July 13, 2011 with 13 members of Congress and numerous civil rights leaders, including Rev. Jesse Jackson, to draw attention to rec
< Read more > - 7/8/2011
Right now, many of our friends and neighbors are unemployed in an economy that is recovering too slowly, but the solution is not cutting taxes for millionaires while dismantling Medicare, Medicaid, Head Start and SNAP. It's getting people back to work.
< Read more > - 7/1/2011
WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) made this statement in recognition of the 45th anniversary of the launch of Medicare...
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- 6/15/2011
It has become an all-too-familiar scenario played out in a score of struggling lower income communities across the country. A large hospital, often the only provider of medical care for the population, closes a local facility putting the population it served at even greater risk... Last week's events regarding the Cleveland Clinic Foundation's imminent decision to close Huron Hospital in East Cleveland were a textbook example. The heroine of this story is Northeast Ohio's courageous Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (D-OH 11) who stepped forward immediately to lead the crusade to get answers and results for her constituents.
< Read more > - 6/9/2011
Congresswoman Fudge believes that during this difficult time, the Cleveland Clinic and the community need to come together to discuss how losses to the community can be mitigated. She is concerned about the potential harm the closing might cause to the community and wants to avoid the Huron hospital building remaining vacant for years, causing a blight in the community and dragging down the local economy. She is concerned about the loss of jobs, but has high expectations for employees to stay in the Cleveland Clinic system. She plans to meet with the Clinic again within 60 days, but will continue to monitor progress in the meantime.
< Read more > - 6/9/2011
Many families in my district are now fearful of the future. After passage of the Republican budget in the House, dramatic cuts and changes to essential programs like Medicare and Medicaid are becoming our reality. The Republican proposal would have a detrimental impact on seniors, children, and disabled individuals in the 11th District. For current Medicare recipients, it would...
< Read more > - 6/2/2011
Rep. Fudge discusses funding for essential security programs on the House floor. "Large cities are not the only targets for terrorist attacks. We now know Osama bin Laden urged his followers to plot attacks in smaller U.S. Cities. Smaller cities were to be used as staging grounds to plan and test attacks in larger cities. This is why the Urban Areas Security Initiative is so important."
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