Massachusetts Member seeks to grow accessibility and inclusivity within the CaucusWashington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Katherine Clark (MA-5) announced her candidacy for Democratic Caucus Vice...
The Hill: House panel votes to limit use of restraints on pregnant border detainees
By: Niv ElisThe House Appropriations Committee on Wednesday approved an amendment that would limit the use of shackles on pregnant women detained by immigration and border patrol."ICE has recently...
Clark and Durbin Introduce Haiti and Armenia Reforestation Bill
Legislation authorizes USAID and the U.S. Forest Service to provide technical and financial aid to rebuild forests and fuel economic and environmental viabilityWashington, D.C.— Congresswoman...
The Boston Globe: Animal abusers shouldn’t own guns
By: The Editorial BoardA person who has abused animals is five times more likely to commit violence against people, according to decades-old research. That stark correlation suggests policy...
The MetroWest Daily News: Clark: A fight over pre-existing conditions
By: Katherine Clark/Guest ColumnistAt 19, Jen was diagnosed with Lupus. She had to navigate her way into adulthood balancing doctors' visits and frequent prescription refills. Jen knew health...
Congresswoman Clark Introduces AVERT Future Gun Violence Act
Legislation would stymie gun violence by preventing perpetrators of animal cruelty from accessing firearmsWashington, D.C.— Congresswoman Katherine Clark (MA-5) today introduced the Animal Violence...
MassLive: Massachusetts congresswoman offers bill to prevent those convicted of animal cruelty from accessing firearms
By: Shannon YoungWith studies suggesting a link between animal abuse and future violence, a Massachusetts congresswoman announced legislation Thursday that seeks to keep guns out of the hands of...
BuzzFeed: Government Contractors Asked About The Religion Of Immigrant Women Trying To Reunite With Their Kids, Lawyers Say
By: Lissandra VillaFederal contractors working to reunite families separated at the border asked about the religious affiliation of at least two immigrant women seeking to get their children back,...
The MetroWest Daily News: Guatemalan mom reunited with daughter taken at border crossing
By: The Associated PressAngelica Rebeca Gonzalez-Garcia, who is living in Framingham, was reunited with her 8-year-old daughter at Logan International Airport in Boston Thursday. The pair were...
CNN: It took this mother 55 days to be reunited with her young daughter
By: Ray Sanchez and Linh TranAngelica Gonzalez-Garcia waited 55 days for this moment.She wept as she embraced her 8-year-old daughter Thursday afternoon at Boston's Logan Airport, more than 2,500...
USA Today: Capital Gazette gunman constantly harassed journalists on Twitter. Why wasn’t he stopped?
By: Aamer Madhani and Jessica GuynnThe police knew about his threats. The newspaper he assailed considered him a danger. And in tweets available for anyone to see, the man suspected of killing five...
Congresswoman Katherine Clark’s Statement on Supreme Court Upholding Muslim Ban
Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on the Supreme Court upholding President Trump's Muslim ban: "The Supreme Court's decision upholding President...
Congresswoman Katherine Clark’s Statement on Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Deceptive Crisis Pregnancy Centers
Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on the Supreme Court ruling in favor of deceptive crisis pregnancy centers:"The Supreme Court's decision this...
MassLive: Massachusetts congresswoman calls Supreme Court’s crisis pregnancy centers decision ‘devastating blow to the rights and health of women’
By: Shannon YoungA Massachusetts congresswoman condemned the U.S. Supreme Court Tuesday for blocking a state law that requires "crisis pregnancy centers" to provide women with information about...
The Boston Globe: Democrats flood border, demanding answers on immigrant child separations
By: Liz GoodwinWASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats are flocking to the border, investigating conditions in immigrant detention centers and denouncing President Trump.Senator Elizabeth Warren and...
Congresswoman Clark Ushers E-Prescribing Bill Through U.S. House
Legislation marks the Representative's second opioid bill to pass Congress this month Washington, D.C.—Today, Representative Katherine Clark (D-MA) secured unanimous passage of the Every...
Congresswoman Katherine Clark’s Statement on Trump’s Executive Order that Continues to Detain Families
Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on President's Trump executive order that continues the detainment of families:"Trump's executive order is a...
NECN: U.S. House Passes Rep. Clark’s Bill to Ease Addiction Workforce Shortage
Winchester Star: Recovering from a concussion, Winchester High student discovered a gift
With so many of his other physical abilities impaired, drawing was an activity that Jens could do, a creative process that gave him a sense of purpose during a difficult time."Drawing was my refuge...
The Hill: Members of Congress demand new federal gender pay audit
By Niv EllisMembers of Congress from both parties and both chambers called on Thursday for the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to embark on a new study of pay differences between men and...