WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03), Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), and Democratic Women’s Caucus Chair Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) applauded the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights’ newly released fact sheet clarifying colleges’ obligation under Title IX to offer equal opportunity to college athletes with ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement regarding the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas: “I welcome the news of the long-sought ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which will finally halt the devastating bloodshed in Gaza and guarantee the release of dozens of hostages who have endured unimaginable suffering. This breakthrough o... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03), the only former Division I woman athlete in Congress, spoke on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 28, House Republicans’ proposal to empower Washington to determine who gets to play sports at every level. “I wish I was talking about a bill that will lower costs for hardworking families or help more Americans buy a home. You know, the is... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) applauded the U.S. Department of Commerce’s signing of a preliminary memorandum of terms with MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (MACOM) to provide up to $70 million in funding from the CHIPS and Science Act to support the expansion and modernization of MACOM’s facilities in Lowell, Massachusetts and Durham, North Carolina. The project would c... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement after being sworn in for her fourth term representing Massachusetts’ Third Congressional District: “I’m honored to continue representing the district that means everything to me – the place where my grandparents first settled as immigrants in search of opportunity, where I was born and raised, and where my hus... Read More »
LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) released the following statement regarding the passing of President Jimmy Carter: “I’m deeply saddened by the news of President Carter’s passing, and my condolences go out to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who he and Rosalynn adored more than anything in the world.” “Jimmy Carter left his mark on our nation’s history throu... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued her 2023-2024 End of Term Report to residents of Massachusetts’ Third Congressional District. The report details the work she has done during the 118th Congress to respond to constituent requests, advance legislation, and secure key investments in the communities she represents. “My guiding principle as your representative is simple:... Read More »
Trahan Issues End of Term Report Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued her 2023-2024 End of Term Report to residents of Massachusetts’ Third Congressional District this morning. The report details the work she has done during the 118th Congress to respond to constituent requests, advance legislation, and secure key investments in the communities she represents. “My guiding principle as your rep... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement after voting to pass government funding legislation to avert the shutdown demanded by Elon Musk: “I voted for this legislation to avert a government shutdown and protect the livelihoods of millions of Americans from the reckless demands of Elon Musk, the capitulation of Donald Trump, and the weak leadership of... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) announced a total of $143,806 in federal funding secured to support law enforcement initiatives in Lowell, Lawrence, Haverhill, Fitchburg, and Marlborough. The funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Justice’s Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Byrne JAG) Program. “Police officers across the Commonwealth go to work e... Read More »
LOWELL, MA – On Friday, December 6th, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) announced Chelmsford High School students Obinna Onyemauwa, Wilson Ochie, and Kensmyth Taveras as the winners of the Third Congressional District’s annual Congressional App Challenge (CAC). Their app, “Ecosense”, was selected by a local judges from the pool of submissions from middle and high school students who participated i... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03), Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10), and Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) introduced the Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity (PURE) Act, a bill that aims to provide Medicare beneficiaries with more flexibility for care through an update to Medicare reimbursement for portable dia... Read More »
U.S. Rep. Trahan wins reelection to leadership post BOSTON — Congresswoman Lori Trahan has won another term leading a key House committee, as Democrats position themselves to steer the minority caucus through complete Republican control of Washington next year. Trahan, a Westford Democrat, was reelected Tuesday to her post as co-chair of the House’s Democratic Policy and Communications Committee, ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC) Co-Chair Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement after her re-election to House Democratic Leadership: “I'm grateful to colleagues for their support to continue serving as Co-Chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. Together, we will work to rebuild trust with working families, ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03), a former Division I volleyball player, was joined by Congresswomen Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) and Alma Adams (NC-12) in leading a request from members of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) to U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona asking for clarity on how Title IX applies to collegiate athlete pay. Specifically, the Members are inqui... Read More »
