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Senate Confirms Norton's Pick for District Court

March 14, 2011

WASHINGTON, DC -- The Senate today confirmed D.C. Superior Court Judge James E. Boasberg for U.S. District Court Judge for the District of Columbia, who Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) recommended to President Obama. Last month, the Senate Judiciary Committee approved Judge Boasberg's nomination.

Norton Introduces Resolution Supporting All Workers' Rights and Calls for End of the Attacks on Workers

March 10, 2011

WASHINGTON, DC -- Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today introduced a resolution, co-sponsored by Representative Donna Edwards (D-MD), supporting the rights of all workers, including federal employees, and calling for an end to attacks on their ability to organize and collectively bargain. Norton offered her resolution prior to a special order she will lead this evening in support of federal employees.

Norton to Lead a ‘Speak Up' for Federal Employees During Hour Special Order Today

March 10, 2011

WASHINGTON, DC -- Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) will lead a Democratic 60-minute special order on the House floor this evening, Thursday, March 10, after votes to support America's federal and other public employees. Following the two-year salary freeze for federal employees, bills to reduce federal employee pay and benefits have been repeatedly introduced in the House and in the Senate.

Norton Introduces Bill to Permanently Authorize D.C. to Spend Its Local Funds When Congress Fails to Pass Budget

March 9, 2011