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WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) celebrated today’s announcement by Vice President Kamala Harris of $5.5 billion in new funding dedicated to improving affordable housing, which will bolster economic growth, build intergenerational wealth, and address homelessness across the country.
Congressman Steven Horsford, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, highlighted the importance of economic inclusivity and the rights of Black Americans amidst ongoing legal and political challenges. He addressed the recent legal trial of Donald Trump and emphasized the fatigue of the American public with Trump's policies and their impact on freedoms and opportunities.
Congressman Steven Horsford, Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, joins Vice President Kamala Harris on a multi-state tour to promote economic opportunities for minority communities. In an interview with CNN International, he highlighted the White House's dedication to economic growth and the historical achievements under President Biden, such as reducing unemployment among Black Americans and supporting minority entrepreneurship.
NORTH LAS VEGAS – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford joined U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and other local leaders to break ground on the Brightline West high-speed rail connection between Las Vegas and Los Angeles. The 218-mile rail project will cut travel times between Las Vegas and Los Angeles in half and remove 3 million cars and 400,000 tons of carbon emissions annually.
This month, I introduced new legislation to increase opportunities for minority entrepreneurs to own broadcast stations in our communities. The Broadcast Varied Ownership Incentives for Community Expanded Service, or Broadcast VOICES Act, restores a program once proven effective and is very much needed today. The legislation will increase diversity among owners in the broadcasting industry by restoring mechanisms that encourage investment in broadcast stations owned by minorities and women.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) introduced the Broadcast Varied Ownership Incentives for Community Expanded Service (VOICES) Act. The legislation will increase diversity among owners in the broadcasting industry by restoring mechanisms that encourage investment in broadcast stations owned by minorities and women. It will be introduced in the Senate by Senator Gary Peters (D-MI).
A new federal proposal from Nevada US Rep. Steven Horsford seeks to provide funding for states to support nursing home workers in a bid to keep qualified staff from leaving for other lines of work.
Congressman Steven Horsford invites businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government entities to table at his Clean Energy Job Fair to share insights about the employment opportunities in the clean energy sector offered by your business/organization. This event is for job seekers interested in exploring diverse career paths in clean energy, making it an ideal opportunity for anyone looking to advance their career in Nevada's clean energy industry. This event is free of cost to the employer and the job seeker.
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WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) voted no on the H.R. 7521, a bill to force divestment in TikTok. National security is paramount to protecting our democracy and our people, but so are the First Amendment rights of our citizens. This legislation was rushed from committee to the House floor, raising concerns about the unintended consequences.
Congressman Horsford made the following statement after the vote: