Berkley, Titus Urge White House to End Bush-Era Directives Against Travel to Las Vegas, Other Destinations
“Government travel for meetings, conferences and seminars is an important source of economic activity for many communities throughout the United States, and every destination should have an equal and fair opportunity to host federal meetings and events.  The federal government should make meeting location decisions based on factors such as overall cost, meeting facility space, and the quality of services provided in a particular city, convention facility or hotel.”

Titus Highlights Housing Funds Through Recovery Act to Reduce and Prevent Homelessness
“At a time when our state leads the nation in foreclosures, funds for homeless prevention are critical to help families in our community who have lost their homes and are struggling to put a roof over their heads.  This money in conjunction with other recovery funds, such as Community Development Block Grants and neighborhood stabilization funds, will help Nevada and our efforts to get through this difficult foreclosure crisis.”

Titus Announces Nearly $17 Million in Homeland Security Funding for Nevada and Las Vegas Area
"These grants from the Homeland Security Department will help prepare and protect Southern Nevada in order to keep our communities safe.  Las Vegas is a world-class destination, and it is critical to our tourism sector that the area continues to be seen as a safe location for both business and recreation."

Titus Applauds Release of $33 Million in Stimulus Funds for Regional Transit in Southern Nevada
“These funds will not only help improve our region’s growing transportation needs, but it will stimulate our economy by putting people to work at a time when our unemployment is at a 25-year high.  These investments in public transportation can also help relieve congestion while providing travel options that are better for our environment.”

Nevada Delegation Introduces Southern Nevada Higher Education Land Act
“A quality education is the key to the future success of Nevada’s children and young people.  With this legislation, the Nevada System of Higher Education will have the space it needs to build top-notch facilities to prepare our students for the jobs of tomorrow.”

Titus Calls for More Assistance for Homeowners Under Water
"Every day, my offices receive phone calls from individuals who want to refinance as part of 'Making Home Affordable,' but their LTV is greater than 105%, therefore prohibiting them from participating in the program. Increasing this threshold would offer assistance to countless families in my district and across the country who are looking for help to stay in their homes."

Titus Statement on President Obama’s Remarks on Las Vegas
"We certainly want to encourage tourism to Las Vegas and let people know our city is a wonderful destination for business trips – but for companies who haven’t taken billions in bailout money."

Titus: TSA Reauthorization Critical to Aviation Security and World-Class Destinations Like Las Vegas
"General aviation flights are also critical to supplying goods to Las Vegas, and they also are an efficient means for businesses travelers to reach our great city, one of the most popular business travel destinations.   This is a vital industry to my district and I will be a voice for it here in Congress."

Congresswoman Titus Announces Housing Grants for Southern Nevada
“With the announcement of these grants, Nevada will begin to see the effects of the recovery plan only weeks after its passage.  This critical funding will invest in our communities while creating much-needed jobs as we work to turn our economy around.”

Investments in Southern Nevada's Surface Transportation

Investments in Southern Nevada

Titus Highlights $9.7 Million in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Grants for Southern Nevada
“These grants, along with other important energy efficiency initiatives in the recovery plan, can help the region take advantage of our abundant renewable energy resources and stimulate economic growth that will put Nevadans back to work.”