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December 13, 2024
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – In a step that could ease traffic congestion and improve public safety in the neighborhoods near the Washington Bridge, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman Gabe Amo today announced a new federal grant to inform future upgrades to key infrastructure and technology related to traffic control along the City of East Providence’s most trafficked roadways.
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Congressman Gabe Amo
December 13, 2024
PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) announced introduction of his new legislation, the Responsible Retirement of Law Enforcement Firearms Act. This legislation, which is co-led by Congressman Jamie Raskin (MD-08), would prevent former police service weapons from being sold or transferred to unscrupulous firearms dealers.
December 11, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) released the following statement on the National Defense Authorization Act:
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December 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) voted to pass the bipartisan Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, which included several priorities to bolster climate resiliency, strengthen flood protection, invest in infrastructure, and increase regional collaboration with neighboring states.

December 10, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) introduced the Southern New England Regional Commission Act. The Southern New England Regional Commission Act would establish a commission that would encourage jurisdictions at different levels to work together to leverage federal support to strengthen the area’s economy.
December 10, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo in announcing the reopening of the Global Entry Enrollment Center at T.F. Green International Airport. When it abruptly closed for renovations on July 6, 2020, the center left Rhode Islanders unable to conveniently schedule their required in-person interviews for Global Entry.

December 6, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to improve public safety, prevent crime, and serve justice, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced $9.85 million in federal funding to support police officers, law enforcement agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
December 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – The mighty Blackstone River, originally known as ‘Mishkittakooksepe’ by the Narragansett people,flows for 48 miles through Massachusetts and Rhode Island, ending at Pawtucket Falls in Rhode Island.  For centuries, the river has served as a lifeline to people living in the Blackstone Valley and continues to be rich in both history and biodiversity.  The river played a crucial role in transportation, irrigation, as a drinking source, and due to its unique elevation, as a source of hydro power during the Industrial Revolution.

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Congressmen Amo and Magaziner address the crowd at an event hosted by the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island
December 2, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressmen Gabe Amo (RI-01) and Seth Magaziner (RI-02) participated in a breakfast and briefing hosted by the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island to the discuss the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) and new opportunities to apply for funding. This program provides funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements for at-risk nonprofits. Federal funding is awarded by the Department of Homeland Security, which has warned about increases in violence against nonprofits and faith institutions.
November 27, 2024

CENTRAL FALLS, RI – In an effort to assist immigrants on their path to citizenship, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced that Progreso Latino is receiving a $293,888 federal grant from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Office of Citizenship.