Press Releases
RELEASE: Auchincloss Priorities Included in INVEST in America Act
Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), a member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, voted for Committee passage of the “Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act,” a transformational surface transportation reauthorization bill that will create good-paying jobs and bring Massachusetts’ infrastructure into the modern era. The INVEST in America Act will now go to the full House for … Continue Reading
June 09, 2021
RELEASE: Auchincloss Advocates for Massachusetts Priorities at Appropriations Hearing
Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) appeared before the United States House Appropriations Committee to advocate for his community project funding requests that will directly benefit the Fourth District. WATCH: Auchincloss Testimony before House Appropriations Committee Among the priorities Auchincloss discussed were: Bristol Community College’s National Offshore Wind Institute City of Fall River Battleship Cove Off Street Parking and Pier … Continue Reading
May 25, 2021
RELEASE: Auchincloss Leads 17 Members Urging DeFazio to Fund Innovative, On-Demand Public Transit
Auchincloss Leads 17 Members Urging DeFazio to Fund Innovative, On-Demand Public Transit “We urge you to invest in accessible, on-demand public transit to advance equity, increase economic and social mobility, and help combat the climate crisis.” WASHINGTON, D.C.— Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, is leading a letter of 17 colleagues to Chairman DeFazio urging him to include funding for on-demand public transit … Continue Reading
May 20, 2021
RELEASE: Members of Massachusetts Congressional Delegation Statement on Biden Administration Decision to Terminate Immigration-Detention Agreements with Bristol County Sheriff's Office
Members of Massachusetts Congressional Delegation Statement on Biden Administration Decision to Terminate Immigration-Detention Agreements with Bristol County Sheriff's Office "This is a just and humane step... the BCSO should not be engaged in immigrant detention." Washington, DC - United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA), along with Representatives Richard E. Neal (D-MA-01), James P. McGovern (D-MA-02), William Keating (D-MA-09), Katherine Clark … Continue Reading
May 17, 2021
RELEASE: WATERS ANNOUNCES AUCHINCLOSS AS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE VICE CHAIR
Waters Announces Auchincloss as Financial Services Committee Vice Chair WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), Chairwoman of the House Financial Services Committee, announced that Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) will serve as Vice Chair of the Committee in the 117th Congress. Representative Auchincloss was elected to serve as Vice Chair by Committee Democrats. “I am pleased to announce that Congressman Jake Auchincloss will serve as Vice Chair of the Financial … Continue Reading
May 13, 2021
RELEASE: Auchincloss Becomes One of the First Freshman Members to Have A Bill Pass the House in the 117th Congress
RELEASE: Auchincloss Becomes One of the First Freshman Members to Have A Bill Pass the House in the 117th Congress The Non-Judicial Foreclosure Debt Collection Clarification Act will serve as an important consumer protection tool that will directly benefit Massachusetts residents. Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) became one of the first freshman members of this Congress to have a bill pass the House. The Non-Judicial Foreclosure Debt Collection … Continue Reading
May 13, 2021
VIDEO: Auchincloss: “We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to provide mobility for all Americans”
VIDEO: Auchincloss: “We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to provide mobility for all Americans” Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) outlined his priorities for the fourth district in the upcoming transportation bill during a speech on the House floor. A member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Auchincloss recently sent a letter to Chairman DeFazio highlighting the initiatives he’ll be fighting for in the bill’s passage, including … Continue Reading
May 06, 2021
Auchincloss Leads Members of Massachusetts Delegation in Letter to Secretary Yellen
Auchincloss Leads Members of Massachusetts Delegation in Letter to Secretary Yellen Letter urges the Department of the Treasury to allow maximum flexibility for the American Rescue Plan Act’s Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund to support sectors like child care and workforce training. WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) led other members of the Massachusetts Delegation—Congressman William R. Keating (D, MA-09), Congressman Stephen F. Lynch (D, MA-08), and … Continue Reading
April 28, 2021
Statement on President Biden's Joint Address to Congress
Washington, D.C. - Tonight, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), issued the following statement in response to President Biden's joint address to Congress: “President Biden has already ushered in transformative change in his first 100 days. Thanks to his leadership, we’ve gotten shots into arms, we’ve returned our kids to school, and Americans are getting back to work. In doing so, he’s also fulfilled his promise of unity: Democrats and Republicans alike that I talk to back home are … Continue Reading
April 27, 2021
Auchincloss Announces Virtual Guest for Biden’s Joint Address to Congress
Auchincloss Invites Dr. Jeffrey Marsden, Medfield School District Superintendent as Virtual Guest to President Biden’s Joint Address to Congress 100 Days into Administration Newton, MA — Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) is announcing Medfield Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Marsden as his virtual guest to President Biden’s Joint Address to Congress on Wednesday. Dr. Marsden and Congressman Auchincloss will chat together in a Facebook Live at 5:30 PM … Continue Reading
April 22, 2021
Auchincloss, Steil Introduce Banking Transparency for Sanctioned Persons Act
Auchincloss, Steil Introduce Banking Transparency for Sanctioned Persons Act WASHINGTON, D.C.—House Financial Services Committee members Jake Auchincloss (MA-04) and Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced H.R. 2710, the Banking Transparency for Sanctioned Persons Act. H.R. 2710 requires the U.S. Treasury Department to regularly report to Congress any sanctions waivers provided to allow transactions between financial institutions and targeted individuals. "Congress cannot continue to abdicate its … Continue Reading
April 21, 2021
Auchincloss Will Serve as Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Chairs DeFazio and Carbajal Announce Rep. Auchincloss Will Serve as Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Washington, D.C. — Today, Chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure … Continue Reading
April 16, 2021
To Mark 100th Day of Congress, Auchincloss Introduces First Bill, for Consumer Protection Against Debt Collectors
RELEASE: To Mark 100th Day of Congress, Auchincloss Introduces First Bill, for Consumer Protection Against Debt Collectors “We can’t rebuild an economy that works for everyone without protecting consumers.” Washington, DC — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) marked 100 days in Congress by introducing his first piece of legislation, The Non-Judicial Foreclosure Debt Collection Clarification Act. When passed into law, this legislation will serve as an important … Continue Reading
April 08, 2021
Auchincloss Tours Medfield High School COVID-19 Testing Operation with Ginkgo Bioworks Staff
RELEASE: Auchincloss Tours Medfield High School COVID-19 Testing Operation with Ginkgo Bioworks Staff Medfield, MA — Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04) and Ginkgo Bioworks staff toured the Medfield High School COVID-19 testing operation. Auchincloss visited the school as part of his American Rescue Plan tour, highlighting the success of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and the economic recovery taking place. Each stop in the district has focused on at least one of the three … Continue Reading
April 01, 2021
Auchincloss Tours COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center at Tripadvisor's Global Headquarters
Auchincloss Tours COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center at Tripadvisor's Global Headquarters Needham, MA - Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss; Errol Norwitz, MD, President, Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Ellen Moloney, Chief Operating Officer, Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Jonathan Snider, MD, Associate Chair of Family Medicine Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Seth Kalvert, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, Tripadvisor Inc.; State Senator Becca Rausch; State Senator Mike Rush; … Continue Reading
March 31, 2021
VIDEO: ICYMI: Auchincloss: Vaccines An Opportunity for the United States to Reclaim Moral Leadership
VIDEO: ICYMI: Auchincloss: Vaccines An Opportunity for the United States to Reclaim Moral Leadership Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), joined MSNBC to discuss his call for a Marshall Plan for Vaccines. Auchincloss made the case for the United States using vaccine diplomacy as a means of creating jobs at home, reclaiming our moral standing in the world, and jumpstarting a 21st Century foreign policy agenda. WATCH: … Continue Reading
March 16, 2021
Auchincloss, Lee, and Pocan Lead 50 Members Urging Biden to Cut Defense Budget
Auchincloss, Lee, and Pocan Lead 50 Members Urging Biden to Cut Defense Budget WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), a Major in the Marine reserves, and co-chairs of the Defense Spending Reduction Caucus, Representatives Mark Pocan (D, WI-02) and Barbara Lee (D, CA-13), led a letter of 50 colleagues to President Biden urging him to decrease the Pentagon’s budget in his forthcoming proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022. Under Donald Trump, the defense budget … Continue Reading
March 07, 2021
VIDEO: ICYMI: Auchincloss on American Rescue Plan, Raising the Wage, and Abolishing the Filibuster
VIDEO: ICYMI: Auchincloss on American Rescue Plan, Raising the Wage, and Abolishing the Filibuster Washington, D.C. - This morning, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), joined MSNBC to discuss how Democrats are delivering results with the American rescue plan and to advocate for abolishing the Senate filibuster and raising the minimum wage. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ft4Q_O4kss KEY EXCERPTS: On The American Rescue Plan: "This is a good bill. This is … Continue Reading
March 03, 2021
RELEASE: Auchincloss Amendments Included in Passage of “For the People” Act
Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the “For the People Act,” which will expand voting rights and empower citizens through sweeping electoral reform. Included in the final passage were two amendments from Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04). The first amendment offered by Congressman Auchincloss would expand the requirements for states to receive grants for poll worker recruitment and training to ensure the state includes dedicated poll worker recruitment … Continue Reading
February 27, 2021
RELEASE: Auchincloss Celebrates District Wins in American Rescue Plan
Washington, D.C. - This morning, Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), voted for passage of the American Rescue Plan, which includes wins for the fourth district that Auchincloss called for in a letter to House and Senate leadership earlier this month. Passage of President Biden’s American Rescue Plan will crush the virus, return children safely to the classroom, put dollars into families’ pockets, and get people back to work. “We are in a race between vaccinations and variants. It was … Continue Reading