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Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Frank Pallone (NJ-06) issued the following statement on the resignation of Michael Flynn as National Security Advisor.

“Michael Flynn’s time as National Security Advisor was the shortest in American history, but his resignation was long overdue. Since the White House was informed by the Acting Attorney General weeks ago about Flynn’s engagement with the Russians, it is fair to question whether he would have been forced to step down if not for the public outcry over his conduct.

New Brunswick, NJ – Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) visited Planned Parenthood in Perth Amboy to show his strong support for comprehensive health care coverage, women’s reproductive rights, and the organization’s mission. Pallone is the Ranking Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which has jurisdiction over health care.

Since the Affordable Care Act was enacted, millions have signed up for health insurance and the percentage of uninsured Americans is at a record low. More than 20 million additional Americans have healthcare, and a million additional enrollees are expected this year. Millions more are benefiting from the law’s many strong provisions, such as a ban on denial of insurance coverage for those with pre-existing conditions and allowing children to stay on their parent’s health insurance until age 26.

Washington, DC – Today Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) made the following statement on the news that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will grant a permit request to complete the Dakota Access Pipeline, reversing an earlier decision by the Obama Administration to explore alternative routes for the pipeline.

Washington, DC – Today Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) made the following statement on Betsy DeVos being confirmed as the Secretary of Education.

“Rarely has a nominee for a cabinet position shown such little knowledge and commitment to the mission of her department. In her confirmation hearings Betsy DeVos has shown a stunning ignorance of basic challenges in American education, including how we measure the success of our students and the student loan debt crisis facing American families.

Washington, DC – Today, at the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, a spokesperson for Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) provided a statement arguing that proposed reductions for Summer Flounder quotas would harm many coastal communities including those along the Jersey Shore that rely on the recreational and commercial fishing industries. The Commission, despite opposition by New Jersey representatives, elected to finalize regulations that will result in a 34% cut in summer flounder quotas for the state.

Washington- DC – Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) Energy Ranking Member on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, applauded USA Football, the national governing body for amateur football, for making several changes to the rules and format for youth football in an effort to improve player safety and reduce the risks of long-term brain damage.

Washington, DC- Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) released the following statement on the celebration of Black History Month, which begins on February 1.

“Every February we commemorate Black History Month and recognize the important contributions African Americans have made to our nation’s history and identity. African Americans in New Jersey and across the country have withstood obstacles and prejudices to enrich our national life in enumerable ways, from business to culture to public service.