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August 10, 2010

Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives today approved legislation that will save or create 319,000 American jobs in local communities, including 161,000 teacher jobs, and also discourages American corporations from shipping jobs overseas. By a vote of 247 to 161, the House passed H.R. 1586, the Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act.

July 21, 2010

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II, today urged Senate Republicans to stop blocking critical legislation that would boost America's economic recovery, reduce the number of people standing in Missouri’s unemployment lines, and provide relief for those in between jobs.

June 15, 2010

Washington, D.C. – On Tuesday, June 15, 2010, after the last votes of the day, Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, II, will join with his neighbors, Rep. Albio Sires, Rep. John Linder, Rep. Yvette Clarke, Rep. Mark Kirk, Rep. Judy Biggert, Rep. Jason Chaffetz, Rep.

Issues:Civility
June 14, 2010
“Smart Lights for Smart Cities” will test efficient lighting technologies in 26 cities throughout the region
March 17, 2010
Money to invest in student classrooms and buildings as District is reorganized
March 14, 2010

(Washington, D.C.) --- When I was young man, I participated in the civil rights movement, and felt like I contributed to passage of landmark legislation that fundamentally made our nation more fair, just and equitable. This weekend I was able to participate directly, in the passage of a measure that will rank along side those great laws of civil justice.

Issues:Health
December 8, 2009
Cleaver asks why billions in bailout have not helped minorities homeowners and businesses
December 1, 2009

“I appreciate the thoughtful and comprehensive approach the President has outlined to establish clear benchmarks for successfully concluding our involvement in Afghanistan. I want our troops to be brought home safely to their families in a sane and swift way. Our attention should never have been diverted from rooting out Al Qaeda and its successor in terror, the Taliban.