Newsletter: MOULTON MINUTES - March Edition
Dear Friends,
With March in our rearview mirror, I want to share some of what my team and I have been working on. We’ve been hard at work, both in the district and in Washington, to deliver for you all. I wanted to take a moment to highlight some of those things for you here.
Whereabouts in Washington
In Congress, I’ve been focused on tackling the everyday challenges facing working families.
That includes supporting fair wages for home care workers and backing common sense reforms to make government work better for people. I also cosponsored the Energy Bills Relief Act, aimed at lowering utility costs and strengthening our power grid.
As a veteran, I stood alongside my Democratic veteran colleagues in the House to speak out against the Trump Administration’s decision to launch another war in the Middle East. We know the cost of conflict all too well, and we must end this reckless war of choice in Iran as soon as possible. In light of the President’s dangerous rhetoric, I am calling on Republicans in Congress to bring us back in session, vote to end this war, and hold President Trump accountable for his catastrophic escalation. Enough is enough.
In response to the Republican-led DHS funding lapse, I co-sponsored H.R. 7481, which would fund TSA and the rest of DHS—excluding ICE and CBP. We must ensure FEMA, TSA, and the Coast Guard can operate while demanding reforms that stop the masked thugs murdering Americans in our streets.
Protecting access to healthcare during Trump’s onslaught on reproductive care remains a top priority for our office. That’s why I pushed the Administration to release delayed Title X funding, which supports essential reproductive health services.
Closer to home, I was proud to help lead the Captain Accursio “Gus” Sanfilippo Young Fishermen’s Development Act and get it signed into law. Fishing is core to the North Shore’s identity, and this bill helps ensure the next generation can carry that tradition forward.
I also believe strongly that public service should be held to the highest ethical standards. That’s why I became the first member of Congress to ban prediction market betting for myself and my staff, because maintaining trust in government must always come first.
Alongside the Massachusetts delegation, I pushed back on a proposed rule that would restrict access to federal student loans for key professional fields like nursing and social work—jobs our communities depend on.
Down in the District
Back home, connecting directly with constituents remains one of the most important parts of this job.
This month my team hosted five office hours. This was an opportunity for constituents to drop in, share their concerns, and seek assistance for any issues they are having. If you missed these, don’t worry, my team will be hosting another session in April.
Check it out:
Monday, 4/13: Peabody
10 AM - 11 AM
Peabody Council on Aging
79 Central St
Peabody, MA 01960
I also had the honor of speaking at the commissioning of the USS Massachusetts, a powerful reminder of the service and sacrifice of those in uniform.
And it was great to once again host our annual Congressional Art Competition, showcasing the incredible talent of students across the district.
We also secured $13.2 million in federal funding for 14 local projects. These projects will improve water infrastructure, address PFAS contamination, and strengthen workforce development, transportation, and education.
In addition, I was glad to deliver more than $27 million in FEMA funding that will help protect critical infrastructure in Ipswich and Salem from rising sea levels and extreme weather.
This is just a snapshot of the work we’ve been doing, and there’s more to come in April. I’m honored to represent the Sixth District and look forward to continuing this work on behalf of you all in the months ahead.
All the best,
SWM