Press Releases
STATEMENT: Auchincloss on Defeat of the Crewing Amendment in the NDAA
STATEMENT: Auchincloss on Defeat of the Crewing Amendment in the NDAA “The defeat of the crewing amendment in the defense bill is a win for offshore wind and for Massachusetts.” Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss, (D, MA-04) released the following statement in response to release of the NDAA and defeat of the crewing amendment. “The defeat of the crewing amendment in the defense bill is a win for offshore wind and for Massachusetts. I’m proud to have … Continue Reading
September 29, 2022
RERELEASE: Auchincloss Leads Letter to Yellen Calling for Cap on Russian Oil
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) is leading a bipartisan letter with Congressman Anthony Gonzalez (R, OH-16) to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen calling for a cap on Russian Oil Prices. In the letter the members stated, “A well-designed, comprehensive price cap will help the democratic world stand with Ukraine and protect economies threatened by Putin’s weaponization of energy…We agree that the G-7 proposed price cap, which would allow … Continue Reading
July 29, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Secures District Wins in House Appropriations Package
RELEASE: Auchincloss Secures District Wins in House Appropriations Package “Minibus” Includes Auchincloss Community Project Funding Requests Washington, DC — The House passed part of its annual appropriations package in a “minibus” that included key wins for the Fourth District. Included in passage was funding for Community Project Funding (CPF) requests sponsored by Congressman Auchincloss. “The Massachusetts Fourth, from Fall River to Brookline, is a powerhouse of talent and work … Continue Reading
July 27, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Financial Services Bill Sent to Senate As Standalone
RELEASE: Auchincloss Financial Services Bill Sent to Senate As Standalone “I believe this bill is a necessary step towards advancing economic equality in our country” Washington, DC —Congressman Auchincloss’ Promoting New and Diverse Depository Institutions Act (H.R. 4590), passed the House of Representatives as a standalone bill with bipartisan support after having previously passed as part of a larger package. H.R. 4590 will now head to the Senate for consideration. Auchincloss’ bill … Continue Reading
July 14, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Votes Against NDAA, Leads Members in Letter to Cantwell and Wicker
RELEASE: Auchincloss Votes Against NDAA, Leads Members in Letter to Cantwell and Wicker “I cannot vote for a bill that would unnecessarily inflate the Pentagon’s budget at the cost of clean energy jobs in my district” WASHINGTON, D.C.— Tonight, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA04) is expected to once again be the only Democratic veteran to vote against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Congressman Auchincloss is a Major in the Marine reserves and a member of the Defense … Continue Reading
June 24, 2022
VIDEO: Auchincloss: “We Need the Senate to Step Up and Make Roe the Law of the Land”
VIDEO: Auchincloss: “We Need the Senate to Step Up and Make Roe the Law of the Land” WASHINGTON, D.C.— This morning, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA04) released a video statement after the Supreme Court ruled to overturn Roe. WATCH: Auchincloss on SCOTUS Decision Transcript: “For the first time in my life, the Supreme Court has rolled back a fundamental individual right. And a majority of Americans are angry. We’re angry because we know that women should control decisions … Continue Reading
June 21, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Financial Services Bill Passes House
RELEASE: Auchincloss Financial Services Bill Passes House “Consumers should have access to affordable banking services” Washington, DC —Congressman Auchincloss’ Promoting New and Diverse Depository Institutions Act (H.R. 4590), has passed the House of Representatives as part of the Financial Services Committee’s Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Economic Justice Act. Auchincloss’ bill directs banking regulators to work together to address the challenges that new depository institutions face … Continue Reading
May 10, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Earns 100% Rating on End Citizens United/Let America Vote Scorecard
RELEASE: Auchincloss Earns 100% Rating on End Citizens United/Let America Vote Scorecard Scorecard includes key votes to protect democracy and defend voting rights WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) received top marks on a new legislative scorecard released by End Citizens United/Let America Vote. You can view his scorecard here. This scorecard tracked key votes related to ending big money in politics, protecting elections from foreign interference, and … Continue Reading
March 31, 2022
STATEMENT: Compromise on COVID Bill that Cuts Global Vaccination Funding is Unacceptable
STATEMENT: Compromise on COVID Bill that Cuts Global Vaccination Funding is Unacceptable Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) led fellow Co-Chairs of the COVID-19 Global Vaccination Caucus, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D, WA-07), Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D, IL-08), Congressman Tom Malinowski (D, NJ-07), and Congressman Mark Pocan (D, WI-02) in the following statement after reports indicate that the Senate may cut $5 billion in global coronavirus … Continue Reading
March 31, 2022
VIDEO: ICYMI: Auchincloss: “Now Is The Time To Hit And Hit Hard”
VIDEO: ICYMI: Auchincloss: “Now Is The Time To Hit And Hit Hard” Washington, D.C. - This morning, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), a Major in the Marine Reserves and former cybersecurity manager, joined MSNBC’s “Way Too Early” to discuss the latest in Ukraine following yesterday’s classified congressional briefing. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vc_FfOHQBFM KEY EXCERPTS: On the Latest in Ukraine: Now is the time to hit and to hit hard. Yachts for Ukraine is a … Continue Reading
March 29, 2022
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “Tonight, I Voted with My District”
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “Tonight, I Voted with My District” Washington, D.C. - Please see the below statement from Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04). LINK: https://twitter.com/RepAuchincloss/status/1508940519384223745?s=20&t=nNmiaguojuzoewDZpkhMTQ “Tonight, I voted with my district. While I strongly support funding the Coast Guard, a hidden provision in this bill would grind offshore wind production to a halt, costing thousands of local jobs and impeding our ability to … Continue Reading
March 14, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Secures $16.2 Million for Fourth District in Government Funding Bill
RELEASE: Auchincloss Secures $16.2 Million for Fourth District in Government Funding Bill “Too much of politics is about performance and pitting people against each other. Today is about policy and partnerships.” Washington, DC — The House and Senate have passed the annual appropriations package in a “omnibus” that included key wins for the Fourth District. Today, Congressman Auchincloss announced that the bill includes funding for all of his Community Project Funding (CPF) requests. The … Continue Reading
March 09, 2022
STATEMENT: Auchincloss on Removing COVID Funding from the Omnibus
STATEMENT: Auchincloss on Removing COVID Funding from the Omnibus Washington, D.C. - Please see the below statement from Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D,MA-04). “As co-chair of the Global Vaccination Caucus, it is gravely disappointing that the House is stripping $15B in COVID funding from the budget. The funds would be used to prepare for and prevent future variants and to help other countries vaccinate their populations. What should be a slam dunk for Democrats as the party of science … Continue Reading
March 09, 2022
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “Putin Has Caused This Pain”
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “Putin Has Caused This Pain” Washington, D.C. - Please see the below statement from Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D,MA-04). LINK: https://twitter.com/RepAuchincloss/status/1501633439165988865?s=20&t=cJ0_R-nb_nfu2L_IqsdXgg “President Biden’s executive order is welcome but insufficient. Here are 10 actions to deepen President Putin’s pain and support Ukraine, while using diplomatic and legal channels to contain the conflict. Vladimir Putin has caused this … Continue Reading
March 09, 2022
VIDEO: Auchincloss On Ukraine: “We Need To Go Further”
VIDEO: Auchincloss On Ukraine: “We Need To Go Further” Washington, D.C. - This morning, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) joined “Way Too Early” on MSNBC to discuss the latest in Ukraine, supporting our NATO allies including Poland, and the rise of refugees fleeing Eastern Europe. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmXnfJg8Yn4 KEY EXCERPTS: On Newly Announced Sanctions: “Yes I support it, and indeed I think it should go further. We need to coordinate a global … Continue Reading
February 28, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Invites Rep. Tommy Vitolo As Virtual Guest for the State of the Union Address
RELEASE: Auchincloss Invites Rep. Tommy Vitolo As Virtual Guest for the State of the Union Address Auchincloss and Vitolo will highlight how federal, state, and local governments have been working together to deliver results with the Biden Agenda Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) announced that Massachusetts State Representative Tommy Vitolo (D, 15th Norfolk District) will be his virtual guest to President Biden’s State of the Union Address to Congress … Continue Reading
February 23, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Leads Letter to Buttigieg Calling for Focus on On-Demand Transit
Auchincloss Leads Letter to Buttigieg Calling for Focus on On-Demand Transit “The Department can support transit innovations, including on-demand transit, that will better connect our constituents to jobs, goods, and services while advancing policy goals shared by Congress and the Administration” WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) led 14 other members of Congress in a letter to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Senior Advisor to the President And … Continue Reading
February 10, 2022
RELEASE: Auchincloss Marks Gun Violence Survivors Week and Parkland Anniversary with Two New Gun Safety Bills
RELEASE: Auchincloss Marks Gun Violence Survivors Week and Parkland Anniversary with Two New Gun Safety Bills Washington, DC — Following Gun Violence Survivors Week and ahead of the anniversary of the Parkland shooting, Congressman Jake Auchincloss, (D, MA-04), became an original co-sponsor of two gun safety measures introduced in the House. The first, introduced by Congressman Andy Levin (D, MI-09), is the Protect Children Through Safe Gun Ownership Act, which will reduce the number … Continue Reading
February 07, 2022
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “We Cannot Fail Ourselves Or Our Allies”
STATEMENT: Auchincloss: “We Cannot Fail Ourselves Or Our Allies” Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss, (D, MA-04), a Marine veteran of the war in Afghanistan and current major in the reserves, released the following statement ahead of President Biden’s meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz: “Members of Congress have a responsibility to protect democracy at home and abroad - and to hold the president to account for that imperative. It is clear that the Biden … Continue Reading
February 04, 2022
VIDEO: Auchincloss Amendments Included in Passage of America COMPETES Act
Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed the America COMPETES Act of 2022, a generational investment in our economy, and our young and growing workforce. This legislation will build resilient supply chains, drive worker productivity by investing in research and development, and reinforce US global leadership in science and technology. Rep. Auchincloss introduced four amendments to the America COMPETES Act, all of which were included in the final passage of the … Continue Reading