Press Releases

DeLauro, Cartwright, Democratic Appropriators Urge Biden to Nominate Young as OMB Director

March 4, 2021

In a new letter, House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03), Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Subcommittee Chair Matt Cartwright (D-PA-08), and Democratic Members of the House Appropriations Committee today urged President Biden to nominate Shalanda Young as Director of the Office of the Management and Budget.

"Shalanda Young has an impressive, lengthy record of hard work and smart budgeting across all of the federal Departments and programs," the Appropriators wrote. "We urge that you choose her now for the Director position at the Office of Management and Budget."

The Appropriators noted Ms. Young's long service to the House Appropriations Committee, including a history-making tenure as Clerk and Staff Director, and her deep knowledge of the federal budget-setting process.

DeLauro Statement on the Director of the Office of Management and Budget

March 3, 2021

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“Neera Tanden is a skilled public servant and a close ally in our shared fight for working families. While I am disappointed her nomination was withdrawn, she will remain a trusted partner and I look forward to working with her in a new capacity. To fill the position of Director of the Office of Management and Budget, I unreservedly recommend Shalanda Young. As Appropriations Chair, I have seen firsthand her commitment to America’s working families."

DeLauro Announces Community Project Funding in Fiscal Year 2022

February 26, 2021

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House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) today announced that the House will accept Member requests for Community Project Funding in appropriations bills for the upcoming fiscal year.

DeLauro Statement on Retirement of Senator Richard Shelby

February 8, 2021

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In his decades of public service, Senator Richard Shelby has made a significant mark on the Congressional appropriations process and indeed the Congress as a whole. I respect his strong advocacy for his priorities and his diligent work to deliver for his beloved home state of Alabama.

DeLauro, Lee Applaud Biden for Ending Support for Saudi-Led War in Yemen

February 4, 2021

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“President Biden’s announcement ending support for offensive operations in Yemen is the first step toward ensuring the United States is only engaging in humanitarian and diplomatic efforts to end the crisis in Yemen."

Appropriations Committee Organizes for 117th Congress

February 4, 2021

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The House Appropriations Committee today organized for the 117th Congress by adopting Committee Rules and Subcommittee Jurisdictions.

DeLauro Announces Appropriations Subcommittee Vice Chairs

February 4, 2021

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House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) today announced Vice Chairs for the House Appropriations Committee’s 12 subcommittees in the 117th Congress.

DeLauro, Lee Statement on Biden Executive Actions Promoting Reproductive Health

January 28, 2021

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“The Trump administration’s ideological assault on reproductive health was a disgrace, and President Biden’s decision to overturn the global gag rule and review the domestic gag rule is welcome news."

DeLauro Statement on Appropriations Briefing on January 6 Security Failures

January 26, 2021

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“The breach of the United States Capitol on January 6 was one of the darkest days in American history. Today, we learned that the attack on the People’s House was preventable and that the government agencies tasked with keeping our country safe failed in their most basic responsibilities."

DeLauro Announces Appropriations Committee Roster

January 25, 2021

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House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) today announced the Democratic rosters for the House Appropriations Committee’s 12 subcommittees in the 117th Congress, including the Subcommittee Chairs and full Committee Vice Chair who were elected by the Committee’s Democratic Members.