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WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Susie Lee was awarded the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Abraham Lincoln Leadership for America Award, which recognizes Members of Congress from both parties based on their leadership on legislation important to the business community and our economy during this pivotal moment for our country.

WASHINGTON – Rep. Susie Lee announced today that the IRS will continue to provide tax credits to help local small businesses cover the costs of providing paid sick and family leave for workers through September. Workers can use these paid leave opportunities to care for themselves, to care for family members who are sick, or to get vaccinated and take time off to recover from any temporary side effects from the shot.

WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (D-NV) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced the Seniors Securing Access to Vital and Essential (SAVE) Prescription Drugs Act. If enacted, this bill would help more low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities afford their prescription drugs. This bill would also incentivize responsible saving for retirement by excluding covered retirement accounts when determining who qualifies for the Medicare Part D "Extra Help" program, which helps seniors cover their prescription drug costs.

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Las Vegas, NV – Today, U.S. Rep. Susie Lee co-hosted a Housing Resource Talk with Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones, Nevada Assemblywoman Brittney Miller, the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and the Clark County Social Service Department. Just this past month, the eviction moratorium in Nevada came to an end. This event provided advising and a discussion of resources available to those experiencing housing instability and eviction.

WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Susie Lee announced that under the American Rescue Plan, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is distributing more than $28 million to support Nevada substance abuse and mental health resources. These funds, which will be distributed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, mark a historic investment in mental health services in Nevada.

WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Susie Lee voted for S. 937, the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, landmark legislation that strengthens the nation's defenses against hate crimes committed against Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities.

WASHINGTON – Today, Rep. Susie Lee announced more than $200 million in emergency funding for colleges, universities, and students in Nevada under the American Rescue Plan. Of this $200 million, more than $9 million will go to Nevada State College, which is in Nevada's Third District, and more than $59 million will go to College of Southern Nevada, which has a campus in Henderson in Nevada's Third District.