Jobs and the Economy
In Congress, Representative Magaziner’s top priority is fighting for working Rhode Islanders. Rep. Magaziner is determined to restore the promise of the American Dream, so that everyone who is willing to work hard and do the right thing can build a great life for themselves and their children.
As your Member of Congress, Rep. Magaziner is fighting to:
- Bring back good-paying manufacturing jobs from overseas
- Protect worker’s right to unionize and collectively bargain
- Invest in education, including Career and Technical Education programs and apprenticeships for those who don’t go to college
- Support Rhode Island small businesses
More on Jobs and the Economy
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) applauded the House passage of federal funding for five local community projects included in an annual government funding package at his request. The funding, included in the Commerce, Justice, and Science and Interior appropriations bills, will support projects that improve public safety, strengthen infrastructure, and reduce flooding in Rhode Island.
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02), along with other Democratic colleagues, filed an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court challenging President Donald Trump’s sweeping and chaotic tariffs.
The brief reaffirms Congress’s constitutional authority over trade policy and challenges President Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose sweeping tariffs that are driving up costs for Rhode Islanders.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02) released the below statement as the federal government nears a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday.
“Rhode Islanders are facing a health care crisis, with costs set to increase dramatically due to Republican funding cuts. It is unacceptable that with the government about to shut down and the health care system in crisis, House Republicans left Washington and are on vacation.
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, along with U.S. Representatives Seth Magaziner (RI-02) and Gabe Amo (RI-01) issued the following statement in response to a preliminary injunction issued by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia that will allow work to resume on the Revolution Wind Project:
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02), a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, questioned Department of the Interior official Adam Suess about the Department's decision to issue a stop-work order for the Revolution Wind project. Suess serves as the Acting Assistant Secretary and the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management at the Department of the Interior, and oversees the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM.)
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) secured the inclusion of five amendments to the annual Defense Appropriations bill, which passed the House of Representatives last night. The amendments reflect national defense priorities, particularly marine research and manufacturing, where Rhode Island has long been a leader.
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) today issued the following statement following his vote early this morning against a House Republican-led budget reconciliation bill:
“While Americans were sleeping, House Republicans pushed through their Billionaire Tax Cut plan under the cover of night - and early this morning I voted no.
"I’m worried for Rhode Islanders who rely on LIHEAP after reports that President Trump abruptly fired its entire staff with no explanation.
Gutting the team that helps people keep up with energy bills, stay warm during freezing temperatures, and keep cool during blistering heat is as reckless as it is cruel."
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced he has been named Vice Chair of the Congressional Labor Caucus and will co-lead the Caucus’ new Building Trades Task Force for the 119th Congress. These roles will allow Magaziner to continue to champion working Rhode Islanders, including the building trades – a backbone of the state’s economy and a source of good-paying union jobs.