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April recess for Congress … Speak UP ~ Heather Hargreaves


Donald Trump and his enablers in Congress continue to push their dangerous agenda on the American people, but we’re fighting back.

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Members of Congress will be in their districts for the next two weeks during the April recess, meaning this is our chance to speak up and take action.

Over the last few months, people from across the country have mobilized in their communities to stand up for our shared values. And many of these people are speaking out for the first time.

Just weeks ago, the GOP was just a few votes away from passing their disastrous healthcare plan. Historic grassroots pressure helped stop this plan in its tracks, but we can’t stop now.

We know that Trump and the Republican leaders in Congress aren’t done yet. From gutting environmental protections to defunding Planned Parenthood, the GOP has only begun their assault on everything we care about.

Stand up for our values: Attend a town hall this April.

Thanks for speaking up,

Heather Hargreaves
Senior Vice President, Advocacy
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the senate 4/10 April Recess **CONGRESS** Pro Forma 4/24 the house


Schedule for Pro Forma Sessions and Monday, April 24, 2017 The Senate stands adjourned to then convene for pro forma sessions only with no business conducted on the following dates and times:   Monday, April 10 at 1:30pm; Thursday, April 13 at 8:30am; Monday, April 17 at 4:30pm; and Thursday, April 20 at 7:20pm.   When the Senate adjourns on Thursday, April 20, it will… More

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House Activity 4/11/2017

11:00:13 A.M. The House convened, starting a new legislative day.
11:00:29 A.M. The Speaker designated the Honorable Michael K. Simpson to act as Speaker pro tempore for today.
11:00:47 A.M. Today’s prayer was offered by the House Chaplain, Rev. Patrick J. Conroy.
11:02:11 A.M. Pursuant to section 2(a) of H. Res. 242, the Journal of the last day’s proceedings was approved.
11:02:13 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – The Chair led the House in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
11:03:06 A.M. BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE OFFICE OF COMPLIANCE – Pursuant to section 301 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1381) as amended, and section 1(b) of Public Law 115-19, the Chair announced on behalf of the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, and the Majority and Minority Leaders on the United States Senate, their joint reappointment of the following individuals to the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance: Ms. Barbara Childs Wallace, Ridgeland, MS, Chair; Mr. Alan V. Friedman, Los Angeles, CA; and Ms. Susan S. Robfogel, Rochester, NY.
11:03:40 A.M. The House received a message from the Clerk. Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk notified the House that she had received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on April 7, 2017, at 10:41 a.m.: Appointments: National Commission on Military, National, and Public Service.
11:04:45 A.M. The Speaker announced that the House do now adjourn pursuant to section 2(b) of H. Res. 242. The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on April 12, 2017.

 The House adjourned pursuant to a previous special order.

The next meeting is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on April 8, 2017, unless it sooner has received a message from the Senate transmitting its concurrence in H. Con. Res. 48, in which case the House shall stand adjourned pursuant to that concurrent resolution.

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organizations like Oxfam America, Mercy Corps, and USA for UNHCR, all working to help the victims of the Syrian conflict.
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Today, the thoughts and prayers of the world are with the victims of the continued violence in Syria which reached new heights this week.

The images of women and children who were the victims of chemical attacks that emerged this week were undeniably heartbreaking and horrifying. During moments like this, it can be difficult to know how to respond. But we wanted to try to bring a little light to this dark moment. That light is the action people across the world have been taking throughout the duration of the Syrian crisis.

Helping the victims of this conflict has been the mission for many in our online community since the beginning. One such person is Dr. Hamza Al Khatib, who was one of the last remaining doctors in Aleppo until recently. Dr. Khatib called out to the world for more help, describing a nightmare situation hard to fathom.

His petition has received more than 700,000 signatures, and the need for doctors is even greater. It’s not too late to show your support for Dr. Khatib and help put a spotlight on his call to action, either by signing his petition, or sharing it if you’ve already signed.

Change.org is fortunate to partner with great humanitarian organizations. A few such organizations are Oxfam America, Mercy Corps, and USA for UNHCR, all working to help the victims of the Syrian conflict. They help make our mission of empowerment possible. Today, they could use your help. You can donate now to help the victims of the Syrian crisis no matter where you are.

Oxfam America is helping Syrian refugees get the essential supplies they need, and working to provide clean water and sanitation to those still living in Syria. Your donation may help provide families with tarps for shelter and other critical resources.

Mercy Corps has team members in eight countries helping 2.5 million people affected by the Syria crisis. Your gift may help provide emergency food kits to refugee families fleeing Syria.

USA for UNHCR is the official UN Refugee Agency. By making a donation, you’re supporting programs that may provide medicine, clean water and first-aid to Syrian children and families.

These moments are hard. There are no easy solutions and lives are at stake. We know no single donation will end the suffering of the Syrian people. But together, we can have a voice and make a difference. We don’t have to be bystanders to history. Instead, we can fight back with our activism, compassion and generosity.

No one is powerless to make change, locally or internationally. That belief drives our mission and it’s why, even in the worst of times, we find hope in a community of people like you who are shaping the world to be a better place.

Thank you.

Jason Barnaby
North American Campaigns Team

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