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Richmond doctor: 'The nose is an anti-infection system in your body'

By Richmond Leader Report | Jul 18, 2023

As of last year, reports have shown that more than one-third of Americans live in areas with poor air quality.

McClellan Applauds Biden-Harris Administration’s Actions to Lower Childcare Costs & Support Providers

By Richmond Leader Report | Jul 12, 2023

On July 11, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement after the Biden-Harris administration announced new actions to lower the cost of childcare for American families and improve the financial stability of childcare providers:

Richmond doctor: 'I've had patients come in who have been depressed because they can't breathe'

By Richmond Leader Report | Jul 10, 2023

Studies have shown that sinusitis sufferers are 50% more likely to struggle with depression.

McClellan, Beyer, Connolly, Scott, & Wexton Submit Amicus Brief to Support Legal Challenge to Mountain Valley Pipeline

By Richmond Leader Report | Jul 6, 2023

On July 5, Reps. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), Don Beyer (VA-08), Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), and Jennifer Wexton (VA-10) submitted an amicus brief in support of the Southern Environmental Law Center and The Wilderness Society’s lawsuit to prevent the automatic approval of the Mountain Valley Pipeline.

McClellan Leads Members in Urging EPA to Finalize MATS Rule & Reduce Toxic Air Pollution

By Richmond Leader Report | Jul 6, 2023

On July 7, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) led more than 50 House Democrats in calling on Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan to swiftly finalize a protective Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule to limit harmful air pollution, achieve better health outcomes for vulnerable Americans, and advance environmental justice.

McClellan Statement on SCOTUS Student Loan Cancellation Decisions

By Richmond Leader Report | Jul 1, 2023

On June 30, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court released its decisions in Biden v. Nebraska and Department of Education v. Brown:

Collection notice and temporary closure of recycling drop-off locations for the Fourth of July 4

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 30, 2023

In observance of the Fourth of July 4 holiday, the Department of Public Works will be closed Tuesday, July 4.

McClellan Urges Longer Public Comment Period for MVP’s Southgate Pipeline Request

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 29, 2023

On June 29, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) sent a letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie Phillips, urging the agency lengthen the public comment period for Mountain Valley Pipeline’s (MVP) requested extension of its Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity.

City Gears Up for Annual July 4th Celebration

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 29, 2023

As part of the 66th annual Festival of Arts, the City of Richmond is hosting its Fourth of July celebration at Dogwood Dell on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

McClellan Statement on SCOTUS Decision in Moore v. Harper

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 28, 2023

On June 27, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision in Moore v. Harper, which opposed the independent state legislature (ISL) theory:

McClellan Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 26, 2023

On June 24, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization ruling:

Background Information and Frequently Answered Questions for Riverside and Southcliff Blasting Project

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 23, 2023

Removal of bedrock and granite through a controlled blasting process.

McClellan Votes to Pass NDAA Out of House Armed Services Committee

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 23, 2023

On June 22, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) voted to advance H.R. 2670, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, out of the House Armed Services Committee to the House Floor for consideration.

McClellan Joins Blunt Rochester in Co-Leading Legislation to Bolster EPA’s Ability to Monitor Air Quality

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 22, 2023

On June 20, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) joined Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (DE-AL) in introducing the Technology Assessment for Air Quality Management Act to expand the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) air quality monitoring capabilities.

McClellan Welcomes VA-04 Congressional Art Competition to Washington

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 21, 2023

On June 20, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) welcomed Joshua Crenshaw, a senior from Varina High School in Henrico, to Washington to celebrate his success in the annual Congressional Art Competition

McClellan Leads Introduction of GRAD Act to Support HBCUs and PBIs

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 19, 2023

On June 15, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) and Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) introduced the Growing Reputable Academic Departments (GRAD) Act to help bolster graduate-level STEM programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs).

McClellan Marks Her First 100 Days in Congress

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 16, 2023

On June 15, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) marked her first 100 days in Congress, highlighting some of the major accomplishments she has made since being sworn in as the first Black woman to represent Virginia on March 7th.

Parks and Recreation Hosts 2nd Jubilation in June Festival

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 15, 2023

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities (PRCF) will host the 2nd Annual Jubilation in June Festival on Sunday, June 18, co-sponsored with Radio One Richmond and Unlocking RVA at Intermediate Terminal (3101 Wharf Street) beginning at 3 p.m.

Connolly, Ciscomani Introduce Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 14, 2023

Republicans Attempt to Strike Down Ban with House Resolution

McClellan Leads Introduction of RESEARCHER Act to Curb Financial Insecurity in Higher Education & Improve American Competitiveness

By Richmond Leader Report | Jun 13, 2023

Joined by Caraveo, Green, Grijalva, Kilmer, Lee, McCollum, Sarbanes, Tlaib, & Tokuda

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