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Joe Biden, Jr.'s Public Statements on Issue: Federal, State and Local Relations

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On The Ballot: Running, Democratic for President

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12/27/2021 Tweet - "Tune in as I join the White House COVID-19 Response Team and the National Governors Association to discuss our Administration's response to the Omicron variant and to hear from the Governors on the needs in their states."
09/03/2021 Tweet - "I'm in New Orleans, Louisiana to see the aftermath of Hurricane Ida firsthand and to meet with state and local leaders from impacted communities. They have the full support of the Federal government to provide assistance as needed."
09/01/2021 Tweet - "This week, I met with state and local leaders from communities impacted by Hurricane Ida. It's going to take a whole-of-government effort to recover, and we're committed to providing federal support every step of the way."
07/30/2021 Remarks by President Biden and Vice President Harris in Virtual Meeting with Governors on Wildfires
07/30/2021 Tweet - "As the eviction moratorium deadline approaches tomorrow, I call on all state and local governments to take all possible steps to immediately disburse these funds given the imminent ending of the CDC eviction moratorium."
07/30/2021 Tweet - "We're in for a long fight against wildfires this year -- and the only way we'll meet the challenge is by working together. That's why the Vice President and I brought together a bipartisan group of governors today to discuss the urgent danger at hand and plan for the future."
07/18/2021 Tweet - "Wildfires don't stop at a county or state line. That's why we're working hand-in-hand with state and local leaders to invest in prevention and preparation to fight wildfires."
07/13/2021 Tweet - "Today, the U.S. Conference of Mayors -- Republican and Democratic mayors from across the country -- announced support for our bipartisan infrastructure deal. Mayors and governors know we need to get this done."
06/26/2021 Tweet - "My heart is with the community of Surfside as they grieve their lost loved ones and wait anxiously as search and rescue efforts continue. Yesterday I spoke with Gov. DeSantis to let him know that we are ready to provide assistance as needed by state and local officials."
05/24/2021 Tweet - "Today, I signed the Alaska Tourism Restoration Act into law. Tourism is vital to the state of Alaska -- and this law will help revitalize the industry and support Alaskans by allowing large cruise ships to return to the state this summer."
05/13/2021 Tweet - "The extraordinary measures my Administration has taken, we estimate, sent enough fuel to gas stations to fill the tanks of over five million vehicles in the last few days."
05/11/2021 Tweet - "Today, I met with a bipartisan group of governors to thank them for their partnership in the fight against COVID-19 and to discuss our next steps. This is not about red states and blue states. It's about what America can achieve when we come together and all do our part."
03/29/2021 Remarks by President Biden on the COVID-19 Response and the State of Vaccinations
03/28/2021 Tweet - "Two weeks ago, I directed all states, tribes, and territories to make all adult Americans eligible for the vaccine no later than May 1 -- and we're already making progress."
03/11/2021 Tweet - "Tonight, I am announcing that I will direct all states, tribes, and territories to make all adult Americans eligible for the vaccine no later than May 1."
02/27/2021 Tweet - "Yesterday I traveled to Texas to visit an emergency operations center, food bank, and vaccination site. Each stop represented our nation at its best--people coming together to help their fellow Americans. It's a reminder that there's nothing we can't do when we do it together."
02/18/2021 Tweet - "Jill and I are keeping Texas, Oklahoma, and other impacted states in our prayers. I've declared states of emergency, authorized FEMA to provide generators and supplies, and am ready to fulfill additional requests. Please heed the instructions of local officials and stay safe."
02/18/2021 Tweet - "Tonight, I called Governor Greg Abbott to discuss the ongoing situation in Texas and identify ways we can support the state's recovery from this storm. I made clear to the Governor that I'll work relentlessly to get his state what they need."
02/13/2021 Tweet - "America's governors and mayors understand the fight against COVID-19 and the urgency of another relief bill. Yesterday, I met with a bipartisan group of them to discuss the American Rescue Plan and how we can work together to meet the crises we face."
11/23/2020 Tweet - "Vice President-elect @KamalaHarris and I spent the afternoon meeting with a bipartisan group of mayors. It was just the start of what I know will be a strong partnership in the months and years ahead. Together, we're going to beat COVID-19 and build back better."
09/15/2020 Tweet - "For months, President Trump has failed to provide desperately needed fiscal relief to our state and local governments -- and we're seeing the consequences every day. Our students and educators deserve better. As president, I'll make sure they always have the resources they need."
06/25/2020 Tweet - "DC should be a state. Pass it on."
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