Boccieri Amendment To Energy Bill Helps Secure Jobs Of The Future
WASHINGTON, DC – June 26, 2009, the House of Representatives passed landmark energy legislation designed to secure American energy jobs and move America away from foreign sources of energy. The American Clean Energy and Security Act (HR 2454) passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 219 to 212.
Congressman John Boccieri, who voted for the bill, was particularly grateful for the inclusion of language he requested that will establish a $30 billion Manufacturing Revolving Loan Fund to assist small and medium-sized firms in retooling, expanding or establishing domestic clean energy manufacturing operations, and in becoming more energy efficient; and expand and focus Manufacturing Extension Partnerships (MEPs) on Clean Energy Manufacturing.
National Peace Conference in Pittsburgh July 10-12
The National Assembly to End the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars and Occupations, a national network of hundreds of peace groups is holding its second annual meeting to discuss and formulate dates for mass actions in the coming year. The conference takes place Friday-Sunday, July 10-12, in Pittsburgh, Pa. The Progressive Democrats of America Ohio chapter encourages anyone interested to attend.
Dems hope Boccieri can go to bat for his party -- literally
The Daily Record — President Obama still has not accepted U.S. Rep. John Boccieri's challenge to a basketball game, and now the freshman congressman is getting ready to play hardball. Literally.
Boccieri is trying to work his way into a starting position in the annual Roll Call Congressional Baseball game. The bipartisan competition is Wednesday, June 17, and it will be played in the Washington Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.
John Boccieri Meets With Wooster Community Hospital Leaders to Discuss Healthcare
The Daily Record — Repairing the health care dilemma that's gripped the nation will be the most important work done in Congress this year, Ohio's 16th District representative John Boccieri said at a roundtable discussion at Wooster Community Hospital on Monday, June 1.
Daily Kos Poll Shows Americans Want More Democrats Elected in 2010 Than Republicans
The Daily Kos runs a very reputable weekly tracking poll, which it also did during the 2008 election. View Full Crosstabs.
For the week ending May 28, 2009, when voters were asked “Would you like to see more Democrats or Republicans elected to Congress in 2010?,”, the answer was 41%-29% in favor of Democrats.
The Wayne County Democratic Party proudly presented the 154th annual Jackson Day banquet on May 22, 2009
For the second year in a row, the Wayne County Jackson Day Banquet featured a star-studded guest list. Ohio Governor Ted Strickland made a special appearance for the second year in a row, as did Lieutenant Governor Lee Fisher, who is running for the Ohio Senate seat that will be vacated in 2010 by retiring Senator George Voinovich.
Giving a tremendous speech was Congressman John Boccieri, who represents Wayne County as part of the 16th District. Boccieri is the first Democrat to represent Wayne County in the House of Representatives since 1948. He is up for re-election in 2010.
New Announcements on Recovery.Ohio.Gov
News about the state of the Ohio Federal Stimulus Initiative are updated on a daily basis on this Web site: http://recovery.ohio.gov/news/
Governor's Remarks to Columbus Metropolitan Club
Dear Friends,
Below are Ohio Governor Ted Strickland's prepared remarks to the Columbus Metropolitan Club on Monday, May 4.
Ohio's Revival: Reforming Education for the 21st Century Economy
"Three months ago I stood before the people of Ohio and delivered a comprehensive education reform plan in my State of the State address.
Much has transpired since that time. We've debated the details and talked about specifics.
While this has been important, we must guard against losing sight of why we must reform Ohio's education system and what's at stake if we fail to act. That's exactly why I am here to speak to you today.
New Health & Human Services Director Kathleen Sebelious Visited College of Wooster in March 2008
Then Governor of Kansas Kathleen Sebelius spoke at The College of Wooster on March 2, 2008, in support of then Democratic candidate for President Barack Obama. Her speech, given in Lowry Center, was broadcast live on C-SPAN. Here are some photos from the event. Her father, John Gilligan, was the governor of Ohio from 1971-1975.
Resource Guide to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
Provided by office of Representative John Boccieri (D, OH-16). This is a 78-page detailed breakdown of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Includes tax incentives that you may be able to take advantage of.
Wayne Dems Move to New Headquarters
The new Democratic headquarters is located in the old Kinder/Tyler House. It was moved from 220 N. Market St. 1½ blocks to its present location at 527 N. Market St. in 2000. Hugh Hothem of Hothem Realty purchased the property, saving it from the wrecking ball. His office is now located next door. The house has an interesting history. It was built in 1885 by William Tyler of Tyler Feed and Grain. Other owners/occupants throughout the years include the Lutheran Church, Veterans’ Services, the American Legion, Wayne County Soldiers’ Relief, the Wayne Insurance Association and, most recently, Dick Kinder Realty.
A notable feature is the John McSweeney Memorial Book Case. The book case is being used to house a lending library of politically themed books and biographies. Congressman John McSweeney, born in Wooster in 1890, served five terms in Congress between the years 1923 to 1951. He was a graduate of Wooster High School, fought in World War I, and was awarded the Purple Heart and the Croix de Guerre. He studied law at the Inns of Court in London, England and served on Wooster City Council.
Office Hours: Weekdays, noon to 4:00 and Saturdays 9:30 to noon.
Governor Establishes the Ohio Complete Count Committee for the 2010 Census
Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today (April 9) signed an executive order that establishes the Ohio Complete Count Committee for the 2010 Census and names State Treasurer Kevin Boyce to serve as chair.
Congressman John Boccieri Talks
Health Care With Constituents April 7
The Daily Record —One of his campaign mottos was government needed to be more concerned with Main Street than with what's happening on Wall Street.
On Monday (April 7), U.S. 16th District Rep. John Boccieri, D-Alliance, spent time trying to get a clearer view of how business owners on Main Street feel about various federal issues, answering questions from chamber of commerce members from Wooster, Orrville, Rittman and Ashland.
Democratic Party Chair Jean Mohr Featured in
The Daily Record
The Daily Record — For years, a green thumb kept Jean Mohr busy, and today it's her pursuit to keep the state blue, as in Democratic control.
Mohr became chairwoman of the Wayne County Democratic Party in 2006, and since then she has had the opportunity to meet Democratic leaders for the state and nation.
Boccieri Announces More Than $23 Million in Recovery Funds For Transportation Projects
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative John Boccieri (D-Alliance) today (3/25/09) announced that 14 road and bridge projects in the 16th Congressional district, totaling more than $23.1 million, will receive full or partial funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, as prioritized through the office of Ohio Governor Ted Strickland.
These funds are in addition to transportation money already designated to the district, including $6.6 million for the Metropolitan Planning Organization of Canton.
Boccieri said, “Based on projects submitted to the Governor’s website and information provided to our office from across the 16th Congressional District, we engaged in an ongoing dialogue with the Governor’s office about the importance of funding qualified projects in our communities. We advocated bringing as much funding back to our congressional district as possible.”