Stimulus Reporting Says Nev. Money Went to Non-Existent Districts Nov 20, 2009
Shelley Berkley says, "The mistakes were in calculating the figures and putting them in the database. The Congresswoman is not defending these mistakes, but they should not have happened and need to be corrected.". The Republicans attack it as an attempt to make the stimulus look more effective. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Nevada Road Stimulus Helps Rural Areas Most So Far Oct 31, 2009
Shelley Berkley and Dina Titus, Democrats whose congressional districts encompass the Las Vegas metropolitan area, have criticized Gov. Jim Gibbons' administration, saying a House committee report showed Nevada lagging most other states in allocating the funds for "shovel ready" projects. "This funding was meant to be spent quickly and efficiently to maximize its job-creating potential," the two wrote in a September letter to the governor. (ABC News -- Wire)
Podesta Bash Lures High-Profile Democrats Oct 25, 2009
Shelley Berkley, and his brother John Podesta, head of the Center for American Progress. Several partners from Podesta's firm were also in attendance, including John Scofield, Jaime Harrison and Donni Turner. (Roll Call)
Rep. Berkley to Host Weekend Health Care Forum Oct 24, 2009
Shelley Berkley plans to host a forum on health care to continue talking to citizens about health care plans being pushed by Democrats in Congress. Berkley's office says the forum will be held Saturday at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, on the first floor theater of the Moyer Student Union. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Ensign's parents donate to Reid Oct 21, 2009
Shelley Berkley (D-Nev. between April 2004 and January 2006. (TheHill.com)
Medical, Insurance Organizations Discuss Health Care Reform Oct 21, 2009
Attendees heard from politicians, including Governor Jim Gibbons and Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. There was also insurance executives, doctors and nurses. (KLAS-TV)
I-Team: Nevada Ranks Poorly on Stimulus Spending Sep 17, 2009
Congresswomen Dina Titus and Shelley Berkley say that's not good enough. According to NDOT, some of the first money spent didn't go to Clark County, but to Humbolt County. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
* US representatives prepare Obama letter on F-16s Sep 17, 2009
US Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, the Nevada democrat who co-chairs the Taiwan caucus, told a Washington conference on Tuesday that she was preparing to write a letter to US President Barack Obama asking him to sell Taiwan the F-16 fighter aircraft it has requested. A similar letter to former US president George W Bush about a year ago, spurred the White House to announce the last major arms deal with Taipei. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Labor Secretary Backs Las Vegas Vets Sep 12, 2009
Congresswomen Shelley Berkley and Dina Titus were also at the U.S. Vets center speaking along side Secretary Solis. You must be logged in to rate this story. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
No Health Care Town Hall Meetings Planned for Nevada Aug 12, 2009
Spokespersons for Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign and Congresswomen Dina Titus and Shelley Berkley say they plan to schedule tele-town halls. They will use robo-calls giving people the option to join or opt out of the discussion. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Dina Babbitt; fought to regain paintings she did at Auschwitz Aug 3, 2009
From her childhood in a Jewish-Czech family to her later success as a Hollywood animator, Mrs. Babbitt was a witty, upbeat woman whose personality belied the tragedies she endured, noted US Representative Shelley Berkley, the Nevada Democrat and family friend who worked on her cause. For her to continue this quest took not only a certain strength of character, but a very optimistic view of life, rather than a pessimistic view, Berkley said Friday. (Boston Globe)
House Dems look at taxing the rich for health care Jul 9, 2009
Shelley Berkley, a Democrat from Nevada and a member of the panel, said the proposed surtax on high-income taxpayers appealed to her and others as a way to avoid a "nickel-and-dime" approach involving numerous smaller tax increases. Lawmakers cautioned that no final decisions have been made, either by the tax-writing committee or by the Democratic leadership, which hopes to have legislation drafted by the end of the week and through the House by month's end. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
THE R-J GOES TO A PARTY: Massachusetts scientist honored by Desert Research Institute Jul 5, 2009
Committee members wore outfits and hairstyles of the 1950s as they greeted guests including the event's speakers Mayor Oscar Goodman, Congresswoman Shelley Berkley and architectural historian Alan Hess. Later in the evening, Hess presented a lecture on midcentury modern architecture, including the Morelli house, which was built in 1959 in the Desert Inn Estates. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Ensign takes offensive in affair drama Jun 20, 2009
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Key Democrats Slam Obama on Israel Jun 5, 2009
The administration's stance "was a decisive change of American policy and prior American-Israeli agreements" of the past 20 years, said Shelley Berkley, a Nevada Democrat. "We are very, very concerned that the statements were made so publicly to such a close and strong ally as the state of Israel.". (Newsmax)
Obama, GOP Battle Over Impact Of Stimulus May 28, 2009
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Veterans, dignitaries mark Memorial Day in Nevada May 26, 2009
Congresswoman Shelley Berkley called for remembering the stories behind each of the fallen being honored on Memorial Day. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (KLAS-TV)
Las Vegas Celebrates Memorial Day May 26, 2009
Hundreds of people came to honor the nation's fallen soldiers, including Senator John Ensign, Representatives Dina Titus, Shelley Berkley, and Dean Heller, and the mayor of Boulder City. A ceremony was also held at the Davis Memorial Park and Cemetery. (KLAS-TV)
Lawyer: Man admits phony Toni Braxton scam May 8, 2009
Shelley Berkley of Nevada involved in her case, said he was "ecstatic" that Ventura confessed but that Nanhoe's comments made clear his wife's ordeal in Suriname was far from over. Finn also alleged that Ventura, who was arrested Monday in a bar in Paramaribo, the capital of this small former Dutch colony, pilfered the box office proceeds. (MSNBC -- News)
Promoter admits Braxton scam May 8, 2009
Shelley Berkley of Nevada involved in her case, said he was "ecstatic" that Ventura confessed but that Nanhoe's comments made clear his wife's ordeal in Suriname was far from over. Meanwhile, police have detained Ventura's girlfriend, Signet Sampson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
NYT: Doctor shortage an obstacle to Obama goals Apr 28, 2009
We dont have enough doctors in primary care or in any specialty, said Representative Shelley Berkley, Democrat of Nevada. Senator Orrin G. Hatch, Republican of Utah, said, The work force shortage is reaching crisis proportions. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Nevada lawmakers start 9th week Mar 28, 2009
Shelley Berkley, D-Nev. is scheduled to address the Senate and Assembly. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
* Congress rallies in support of Taiwan Mar 26, 2009
We must do everything in our power to continue protecting Taiwan and ensuring its survival, said Shelley Berkley, a Democrat from Nevada. Republican Dan Burton said Taiwan was a true friend. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
White House says it encourages business travel Mar 13, 2009
Shelley Berkley, D-Nev. called the remarks "a boost to our tourism and convention industry.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
No Bunny Train? Mar 9, 2009
Shelley Berkley, a fellow Democrat, thought twice about criticizing President Obama when she took the House floor this week to bash critics of Sin City. Mr. Goodman, you will recall, said Mr. Obama has contributed to Las Vegas' recent economic decline by warning companies not to visit the convention city on the taxpayer's dime. (Townhall.com)
Nevada's GOP governor criticizes Democratic congresswoman Mar 5, 2009
Shelley Berkley, D-Nev. for saying it would be "foolish" for Nevada to turn down unemployment money that's part of the federal stimulus package. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
* US resolution would reaffirm commitment to TRA Feb 26, 2009
The resolution was sponsored by representatives Shelley Berkley, a Nevada Democrat, and Lincoln Diaz-Balart, a Florida Republican, the co-chairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus. The cosponsors included Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, a Florida Republican and ranking member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, nine Democrats and five other Republicans. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
MAYOR: OBAMA SHOULD APOLOGIZE FOR VEGAS TRIP QUIP... Feb 12, 2009
Shelley Berkley, D-Nev. asked Obama and others in Congress to refrain from making comments that harm Las Vegas and other destinations whose economies rely on business travelers. (The Drudge Report)
Flash Flood Info Feb 10, 2009
"You see those floodwaters; they look inviting. Kids go out and play in them, and the consequences could be devastating to the family," said Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. Legislation is also being written that will propose to make it a misdemeanor if drivers don't obey traffic-control devices. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
