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NORTH LAS VEGAS – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04), a member of the Democrats for Border Security Task Force, announced federal funding for Nevada to combat drug trafficking and address the opioid epidemic. The grants are focused on reinforcing law enforcement capabilities and assisting community-led initiatives to end this crisis.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressmen Steven Horsford (NV-04) announced $6.5 million in federal grants from the Department of Health and Human Services to improve HIV/AIDS health care services in Clark County. These funds will boost health initiatives that combat HIV and improve community health outcomes.
Congressman Horsford discussed the achievements in public safety funding during National Police Week. He outlined the impacts of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Law, such as improvements in school safety and mental health resources, and detailed the significant funding provided to local law enforcement in his district, advocating for continued support to enhance community safety.
In an interview with NewsNation, Congressman Horsford addressed Israel's right to self-defense, the need for comprehensive foreign aid, and the importance of congressional action on the fentanyl crisis and border security.
Congressman Steven Horsford joined NewsNation to address the pressing issues at the U.S. southern border and the challenges Congress faces in implementing effective solutions. He shed light on the recent bipartisan efforts hindered by political stalemates and emphasized the importance of comprehensive immigration reform.
Congressman Steven Horsford spoke in support of urgent action to address mental health issues, particularly within the Black community, during a Congressional Black Caucus special order hour. He underscored the startling statistics of mental illness and the disturbing rise in suicide rates among Black youth, declaring Mental Health Awareness Month as a critical time for legislative action.
Congressman Horsford highlighted the pressing issues of housing and healthcare for military members in his district, which includes Nellis and Creech Air Force Bases, during a recent House Armed Services Hearing. He discussed the severe unmet housing needs at Nellis Air Force Base and the significant challenges faced by military members at Creech who must travel extensively for basic services.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) applauded the announcement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to invest $28,650,000 to help Nevada identify and replace lead service lines, preventing exposure to lead in drinking water. Lead can cause a range of severe health impacts, including irreversible harm to brain development in children.
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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.
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) introduced the Nursing Home Workforce Support and Expansion Act. The bill would improve nursing home care by strengthening wages and benefits for long-term care workers.