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Lori Trahan discusses leadership roles and housing issues on Twitter

Lori Trahan highlighted recent electoral victories within her party while also reaffirming her dedication as a leader within the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee through tweets dated November 19-20, 2024.

By Merrimack Valley News | Nov 20, 2024

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Lori Trahan highlights historical preservation and community aid efforts

U.S. Congresswoman Lori Trahan recently highlighted key initiatives on social media regarding historical preservation efforts in Billerica, securing federal funds for home heating assistance during Massachusetts winters, and recognizing vital...

By Merrimack Valley News | Nov 19, 2024

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U.S. Rep. McGovern votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

By Merrimack Valley News | Jul 25, 2024

U.S. Rep. James P. McGovern (D-MA) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Middlesex County in 2021

By Merrimack Valley News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Middlesex County received $1.5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Norfolk County rise or fall in 2021?

By Merrimack Valley News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Norfolk County received $642,947 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Norfolk County farmers in 2021 reached $66,901

By Merrimack Valley News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Norfolk County received $66,901 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Middlesex County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Merrimack Valley News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Middlesex County received $1,414,539 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Trahan, Markey Lead Introduction of Bipartisan Cambodia Democracy and Human Rights Act

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jul 19, 2023

On July 14, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03), Chair of the Congressional Cambodia Caucus, and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA) led the reintroduction of the Cambodia Democracy and Human Rights Act, bipartisan and bicameral legislation that would hold the Cambodian government accountable for abuses and corruption that undermine democracy and human rights as Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen continues to engage in a crackdown against human rights, democratic institutions, and political opposition.

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Trahan, Cassidy, Lujan Reintroduce Bipartisan Tldr Act

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jul 18, 2023

On July 11, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) and Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) reintroduced the bipartisan Terms-of-service Labeling, Design and Readability (TLDR) Act, legislation requiring that online companies make their terms of service contracts more accessible, transparent, and understandable for consumers.

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How Do I… Report a Missed Trash, Recycling, or Yard Waste Collection?

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jul 13, 2023

Remember, yard waste is currently every-other-week collection as part of the summer schedule through mid-October.

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City of Lowell Welcomes Aaron Fox as New Executive Director of Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jul 12, 2023

The City of Lowell welcomes Aaron Fox as the new Executive Director of Lowell Regional Wastewater Utility (LRWWU), replacing outgoing Executive Director, Mark Young.

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Trahan, Warren, Markey, Golden Announce $21.4 Million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Lowell Bridges

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jul 1, 2023

On June 26, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03), Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA), and Lowell City Manager Tom Golden announced the City of Lowell is receiving $21,400,000 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to support four bridge rehabilitation and preservation projects across the city.

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July 15: Black Joy Sculpture Unveiling

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 29, 2023

All are welcome to the July 15 unveiling of Black Joy, a new public art sculpture in downtown Lowell.

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Trahan, Bipartisan Coalition Lead Introduction of Youth Poisoning Protection Act

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 28, 2023

On June 22, Representatives Lori Trahan (D-MA-03), Mike Carey (R-OH-15), Katie Porter (D-CA-47), and Chris Stewart (R-UT-02) as well as Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and JD Vance (R-OH) introduced the Youth Poisoning Protection Act, bipartisan and bicameral legislation that would ban the consumer sale of products containing high concentrations of sodium nitrite, a meat-curing chemical that can be lethal when ingested.

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Trahan, Edwards, Cassidy, Ossoff Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Rein in Data Brokers

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 28, 2023

On June 22, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Innovation, Data, and Commerce Subcommittee, partnered with Congressman Chuck Edwards (R-NC-11) and Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and John Ossoff (D-GA) to reintroduce the Data Elimination and Limiting Extensive Tracking and Exchange (DELETE) Act.

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Trahan Statement on House Republicans’ Attempt to Impeach President Biden

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 28, 2023

On June 22, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement after voting against legislation proposed by House Republicans to impeach President Joe Biden.

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July 5 to September 27: Lowell Senior Center Art Exhibition

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 28, 2023

The Lowell Council on Aging Senior Center's mission is to promote the well-being and independence of adults over the age of 60.

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City of Lowell Unveils New Black History Trail in Downtown

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 27, 2023

In advance of Lowell's Juneteenth celebrations, eleven new permanent Black history markers were installed throughout downtown Lowell in recognition of various sites and individuals important to the city's Black heritage.

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Cybersecurity Awareness Q&A

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 21, 2023

Cybersecurity Awareness is focused on helping individuals protect themselves online as threats to technology and confidential data continue to evolve, become more commonplace, and increase in complexity.

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Trahan Defends Boston Children’s Hospital During Congressional Hearing

By Merrimack Valley News Report | Jun 19, 2023

On June 14, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) defended Boston Children’s Hospital during a House Energy and Commerce Committee Health Subcommittee hearing on legislation that would block critical federal funding for teaching programs at children’s hospitals that provide gender-affirming care.