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Patrick Leahy's Public Statements

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12/02/2022 Tweet - "The 25th anniversary of the int'l treaty banning landmines is tomorrow. It is long past time for the U.S. to join with 164 other nations and renounce these inhumane weapons. https://leahy.senate.gov/press/statement-on-the-25th-anniversary-of-the-ottawa-landmine-treaty https://whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/12/02/statement-by-nsc-spokesperson-adrienne-watson-on-biden-harris-administrations-work-to-limit-anti-personnel-landmine-use/"
12/01/2022 Tweet -'Thank you, @LeaderMcConnell for your kind words today. I am proud of the work we have been able to accomplish together."
12/01/2022 Tweet - "By making our IP system more accessible to Americans of all walks of life, the bipartisan Unleashing American Innovators Act would boost our economy & strengthen our place as the world's innovation capital. Let's get this bill done. #LetsUnleashAmericanInnovation"
12/01/2022 Tweet - "Today, my bipartisan IP bill w/ @SenThomTillis and @maziehirono , the Unleashing American Innovators Act, unanimously passed out of the Judiciary Committee. This bill would help us better tap into America's greatest natural resource: the ingenuity of the American people."
11/30/2022 Tweet - "ALL Americans should have the right to marry--the right to love someone and build a life with them--regardless of gender or race. The Senate took one step closer last night to enacting that right. Looking forward to action from the House, then on to POTUS."
11/30/2022 Tweet - "It makes me very proud that #VT continues to be a leader in green innovation. #BraveLittleState"
11/29/2022 Tweet - "Senate Unanimously Passes The Leahy-Grassley Patents For Humanity Act Of 2022 @GrassleyPress https://leahy.senate.gov/press/senate-unanimously-passes-the-leahy-grassley-patents-for-humanity-act-of-2022"
11/29/2022 Tweet - @SenatorLeahy I am saddened by the announcement that the northern long-eared bat is now considered endangered by #USWF. In my remaining days in the Senate, as we finalize #Appropriations bills, I will continue the work I've led for many years to secure funding for white-nose syndrome research.
11/29/2022 Tweet - "BREAKING: Leahy REAX As Senate Tonite Passes The RESPECT FOR MARRIAGE Act, Repealing the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) -- https://leahy.senate.gov/press/statement-on-senate-passage-of-the-respect-for-marriage-act"
11/29/2022 Tweet - "Was so honored to be recognized by @uspto & @CopyrightOffice for my legislative legacy on intellectual property issues. As I said during my remarks, I could not have accomplished anything w/out partners in Congress, the Exec. Branch, and our dedicated staff."
11/28/2022 Tweet - "Honduran President Xiomara Castro pledged to support an independent CICIH under UN auspices. It is time to honor that pledge, and to put Honduras on a path to real justice and accountability where no one is above the law. https://leahy.senate.gov/press/statement-on-the-urgent-necessity-of-independent-justice-in-honduras"
11/28/2022 Tweet - "Congratulations to Montpelier on receiving $13.5M in #usdaRD for an innovative wastewater project that will both reduce carbon emissions and increase revenue."
11/24/2022 Tweet - "Marcelle and I wish a Happy #Thanksgiving to all!"
11/24/2022 Tweet - "This week I slipped out of my office in the Capitol and went out on the balcony so Marcelle and I could watch the Capitol tree going up. Looks a lot more like winter back home in Vermont but it is an historical view with the Washington Monument on the Mall."
11/21/2022 Tweet - "The Latin American and Caribbean nations deserve praise for electing a president of the IDB from the region and with the experience and temperament to repair the damage inflicted during the past two years and focus on pressing challenges. https://leahy.senate.gov/press/reaction-of-senator-patrick-leahy-d-vt-and-chairman-of-the-committee-on-appropriations-to-the-election-of-a-new-president-of-the-inter-american-development-bank"
11/18/2022 Senator Patrick Leahy Announces $1M In USDA Funding For Turning Point Center Of Central Vermont
11/18/2022 Tweet - "Senator Patrick Leahy Announces $1M In USDA Funding For Turning Point Center Of Central Vermont https://leahy.senate.gov/press/senator-patrick-leahy-announces-1m-in-usda-funding-for-turning-point-center-of-central-vermont"
11/18/2022 Tweet - "Senator Patrick Leahy Announces $1M In USDA Funding For Turning Point Center Of Central Vermont https://leahy.senate.gov/press/senator-patrick-leahy-announces-1m-in-usda-funding-for-turning-point-center-of-central-vermont"
11/18/2022 Tweet - "The Inflation Reduction Act provided funding for NRCS to assist farmers in implementing climate-friendly practices. USDA is seeking comments on how to target these programs thru Dec. 22. Visit https://nrcs.usda.gov/news/usda-requests-public-input-on-implementation-of-inflation-reduction-act-funding for details."
11/17/2022 Tweet - "This week Marcelle and I had the privilege of attending a dinner honoring our newest Senators-elect, including @PeterWelch . They make me hopeful for the 118th Congress and the future of our country."
11/17/2022 Tweet -"On this #NationalRuralHealthDay, Marcelle and I want to thank all health care professionals who serve our rural communities in #VT and across the country. Your critical work ensures that all Americans, regardless of where they call home, have access to the care that they need."
11/17/2022 Tweet - "Visit https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/fuel or call the Benefits Service Center at 1-800-479-6151 to apply. Qualified households are also able to receive free home weatherization services."
11/17/2022 Tweet - "With energy prices rising, I encourage all Vermonters to explore if they may be eligible for fuel assistance through the #LIHEAP program."
11/17/2022 Tweet - "A big congratulations in particular to Senator-elect @PeterWelch ! Vermonters will be so lucky to have you fighting for them in the Senate. And I know you will stay true to Vermont values all along the way."
11/17/2022 Tweet - "Vermont Delegation Supports Locality Pay For Southeastern Vermont @SenSanders @PeterWelch https://leahy.senate.gov/press/vermont-delegation-supports-locality-pay-for-southeastern-vermont"

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