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Leger Fernández Has Delivered More Than $6.7 Billion for New Mexico Communities, Water Infrastructure, Disaster Recovery Since Coming to Office

Santa Fe, N.M. — Since taking office, Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández has helped deliver more than $6.74 billion in federal funding to strengthen New Mexico communities, invest in critical infrastructure, and help families recover from devastating natural disasters. The funding includes: $5.48 billion for disaster relief, including compensation and recovery efforts for survivors of the Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and flooding in Chaves County. $738.45 million for the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project, bringing reliable, clean drinking water to Navajo Nation, the Jicarilla Apache Natio

Carbajal Statement Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary

Today, U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24) issued the statement below ahead of the United States Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence. “This Fourth of July marks our nation’s 250th birthday. It is a milestone worthy of celebration and a moment that calls for reflection. “For over two and a half centuries, generations of Americans have worked to build the more perfect Union envisioned by our Founders. That work has never been simple or straightforward, but the American people have always persisted. “Today, some of us might feel like

Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter 7.3.26

The Republican Congress continues to use the reconciliation process to produce conservative wins for the American people. Not only were the Working Families Tax Cuts (WFTC) done in a reconciliation bill, but earlier this June, Congress passed another reconciliation bill to fully fund federal immigration enforcement agencies through the rest of President Trump’s term. This had to happen after “open borders” Democrats refused to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Because of their obstruction, the DHS shutdown was the longest agency shutdown in U.S. history. With Republicans’ pa

Congresswoman Nikema Williams Condemns the FBI’s Reassigning of Field Agents to Atlanta to Investigate the 2020 Election Results in Georgia

ATLANTA – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) sent a congressional oversight letter to Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel condemning reports of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s decision to reassign field agents from across the country to Atlanta to investigate the 2020 Election results in Georgia. Congresswoman Nikema Williams wrote: “This is […] The post Congresswoman Nikema Williams Condemns the FBI’s Reassigning of Field Agents to Atlanta to Investigate the 2020 Election Results in Georgia appeared first on Nikema Williams.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Ahead of 4th of July and America’s 250th, Gottheimer Announces Summer Safety Plan

Above: Gottheimer announces Summer Safety Plan. TEANECK, N.J. — Today, Thursday, July 2, 2026, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) unveiled his “Summer Safety Plan” at the Teaneck Community Pool, announcing new federal action on pool safety, sun exposure, and grill safety ahead of the July 4th holiday and America’s 250th anniversary. “A massive heat wave is coming […] The post FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Ahead of 4th of July and America’s 250th, Gottheimer Announces Summer Safety Plan appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

Merkley, Oregon Delegation Decry Sudden Loss of Columbia River Hatchery Funding 
Senator Jeff MerkleyDORJul 2, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and the Oregon Congressional Delegation members Senator Ron Wyden, and Representatives Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Janelle Bynum (OR-05), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), and Maxine Dexter (OR-03) decried the decision of Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) to abruptly end its participation in the Safe Area Fisheries Enhancement (SAFE) program. The SAFE program has been operational since 1993, and provides reliable stocks of hatchery raised fish including Spring chinook and […] The post Merkley, Oregon Delegation Decry Sudde

KHTS: Whitesides Calls On President To Immediately Sign Bipartisan Housing Bill To Lower Costs, Increase Affordable Housing Supply

KHTS | News Release On Wednesday, Rep. George Whitesides called on President Trump to sign the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a substantial bipartisan housing package that will increase housing supply and lower costs for American families. Despite Republicans and Democrats coming together to overwhelmingly pass the bill, President Trump has refused to sign […]

DACA delays push local workers out of jobs, stoke ICE fears

U.S. Rep. Julia Brownley, D-Westlake Village, said her office has seen an 80% jump in cases related to DACA, many involving the loss of jobs. ”The increase has been dramatic, and DACA-related cases now account for nearly half of our immigration casework,” she said. The post DACA delays push local workers out of jobs, stoke ICE fears appeared first on Congresswoman Julia Brownley.

Rep. George Whitesides Calls on President to Immediately Sign Bipartisan Housing Bill to Lower Costs, Increase Affordable Housing Supply

The 21st Century Road to Housing Act – which already passed the House and Senate – would increase the housing supply and lower costs for American families. Yesterday, Rep. George Whitesides called on President Trump to sign the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a substantial bipartisan housing package that will increase housing supply and lower costs for […]

Carey Introduces Housing and Preservation Enhancement Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Carey (R-Ohio-15), a member of the Ways & Means Committee, introduced the Housing Opportunities and Preservation Enhancement (HOPE) Act to create new tax incentives that encourage the renovation of older, existing rental properties to preserve them as affordable housing. “We were able to expand and make permanent the […]

In Celebration of America’s 250 Years of Independence, Rosen Visits Hoover Dam
Senator Jacky RosenDNVJul 2, 2026

Senator Rosen Also Visited the Boulder City Airport, Met with Small Business Leaders at the Chamber of Commerce, and Watched the USA World Cup Game at a Local Brewery Watch her video at the Hoover Dam HERE BOULDER CITY, NV – Yesterday, as part of the America 250 celebrations, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen visited the […] The post In Celebration of America’s 250 Years of Independence, Rosen Visits Hoover Dam appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

Wyden, Merkley Ask State Data Center Advisory Committee to Consider Multiple Issues Raised by Oregonians
Senator Jeff MerkleyDORJul 2, 2026

Oregon senators: “Several issues have been raised by constituents regarding responsible data center development with our offices, ranging from local to state to federal jurisdiction.” Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley today wrote Gov. Tina Kotek’s data center advisory committee to convey concerns both senators have heard from Oregonians as the […] The post Wyden, Merkley Ask State Data Center Advisory Committee to Consider Multiple Issues Raised by Oregonians appeared first on Merkley.

Reps. Finstad, Schmidt Introduce National Fraud Enforcement Division Act to Strengthen Federal Fraud Prosecution Efforts

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) and Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) introduced the National Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026, which would make permanent the newly established National Fraud Enforcement Division within the Department of Justice (DOJ). The legislation would establish an Assistant Attorney General, appointed by the President and confirmed by the […] The post Reps. Finstad, Schmidt Introduce National Fraud Enforcement Division Act to Strengthen Federal Fraud Prosecution Efforts first appeared on United States Congressman Brad Finstad.

Gluesenkamp Perez Works to Bring Quilt Show to Nation’s Capital

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last month, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez passed an amendment to elevate the ethic and craftsmanship of quilters in the nation’s capital as part of a Congressional Quilt Show. As political violence and polarization is on the rise, and the efficacy of congress is at an all time low, Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez seeks […] The post Gluesenkamp Perez Works to Bring Quilt Show to Nation’s Capital appeared first on Marie Gluesenkamp Perez.

Husted celebrates America’s 250th birthday
Senator Jon HustedROHJul 2, 2026

“For 250 years, America has endured because ordinary people were willing to do extraordinary things for the common good. If we want this nation to remain strong for the next 250 years, we must reignite that spirit.” View Husted’s remarks here.  WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) is commemorating America’s 250th birthday with remarks and an op-ed reflecting on […]

Murray Leads Colleagues in Calling on RFK Jr. to Reinstate 50+ Recently Cancelled Teen Pregnancy Prevention Grants
Senator Patty MurrayDWAJul 2, 2026

On Friday, Trump admin cancelled vast majority of grants awarded to communities nationwide to prevent teen pregnancy Washington, D.C. — Today, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, led a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. blasting his recent decision to terminate nearly all Teen Pregnancy […] The post Murray Leads Colleagues in Calling on RFK Jr. to Reinstate 50+ Recently Cancelled Teen Pregnancy Prevention Grants appeared first on Senator Patty Murray.

Reps. George Whitesides, Sean Casten, and Mike Levin Introduce Bill to Provide Climate Finance to Countries in the Global South While Reducing Debt

Today, Reps. George Whitesides, Sean Casten, and Mike Levin introduced the Global Climate Resilience Act, legislation that would create a new debt-for-resilience program to improve the United States’ ability to provide climate finance and debt relief to countries in the Global South. This new program would enhance the United States’ ability to negotiate debt reductions with countries in the Global […]

Murray, Peters, Schumer, & Merkley Lead All Senate Democrats in Demanding OMB Rescind Rule Giving President Sweeping Power to Politicize Federal Grants
Senator Patty MurrayDWAJul 2, 2026

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee; Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee; Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Democratic Leader; and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, led the entire Senate Democratic caucus in demanding Office of Management and Budget (OMB) […] The post Murray, Peters, Schumer, & Merkley Lead All Senate Democrats in Demanding OMB Rescind Rule Giving President Sweeping Power to Politicize Federal Grants appeared first on Senat

Rep. Lucas Hosts House Financial Services Task Force Field Hearing in OKC

The hearing focused on the structure of the Federal Reserve System Oklahoma City, OK – Recently, Representative Frank D. Lucas (OK-03), Chairman of the House Financial Services Task Force on Monetary Policy, Treasury Market Resilience, and Economic Prosperity, hosted a field hearing in Oklahoma City discussing the importance of the federated structure of the Federal Reserve system with the Reserve […] The post Rep. Lucas Hosts House Financial Services Task Force Field Hearing in OKC appeared first on Frank Lucas.

Rep. Lucas Implores Colleagues to Support the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act

Washington, DC – Yesterday, Representative Frank D. Lucas (OK-03) delivered remarks on the House floor supporting landowners facing natural disaster damages by imploring his colleagues to vote in support of the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act. Remarks as prepared for delivery: Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of S.629, the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, introduced by […] The post Rep. Lucas Implores Colleagues to Support the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act appeared first on Frank Lucas.

Gallego Holds Community Conversation with Native Veterans
Senator Ruben GallegoDAZJul 2, 2026

TUBA CITY – This week, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) hosted a Tribal Veterans Community Conversation in Tuba City, Arizona, to hear directly from Native veterans in Northeastern Arizona. ICYMI: Navajo Times: In Tuba City, Gallego says feds are failing Navajo veterans Find more photos from the event HERE. During the event, Senator Gallego met with Gold Star families and reflected […]

ICYMI: Buchanan Celebrates 250 Years of the American Dream in Sarasota Herald-Tribune Op-Ed

“The American Dream is Still Alive” WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan penned an op-ed in the Sarasota Herald-Tribune celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence and applauding our shared ideals. Buchanan shares his personal story living the American Dream and lays out his hopes for the next 250 years. “As we gather this Fourth […]

Jayapal Introduces Legislation to Help Working Families Afford Fresh Food

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) is introducing the Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act, legislation to help families buy fresh fruits and vegetables modeled on a successful program launched in Jayapal’s district. “As families struggle to keep food… The post Jayapal Introduces Legislation to Help Working Families Afford Fresh Food appeared first on Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.

Peters, Schumer, Murray & Merkley Lead Senate Democrats in Demanding OMB Rescind Rule Giving President Sweeping Power to Politicize Federal Grants
Senator Jeff MerkleyDORJul 2, 2026

WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee; Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Democratic Leader; Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee; and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, led the entire Senate Democratic caucus in demanding Office of Management and Budget […] The post Peters, Schumer, Murray & Merkley Lead Senate Democrats in Demanding OMB Rescind Rule Giving President Sweeping Power to Politicize Federal Grants appeared first on Merkley.

Budd Releases Statement After FEMA Announces Over $197M in Federal Aid to Rebuild Western North Carolina After Hurricane Helene
Senator Ted BuddRNCJul 2, 2026

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced over $179M in Public Assistance (PA) grants for another 30 projects to repair damages caused by Hurricane Helene, Tropical Storm Chantal, and other disasters. Additionally, FEMA announced $18M for North Carolina under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). “Ever since Hurricane Helene, Tropical Storm Chantal, […]

NEWS: Schiff, Padilla Announce $107 Million to Modernize California Airports
Senator Adam SchiffDCAJul 2, 2026

The largest awards include $28.1 million for Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, $15 million for Long Beach Airport, $14.4 million for Fresno Yosemite International Airport, and $11.5 million for San José Mineta International Airport. Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla (both D-Calif.) announced that 16 California airports will receive $107 […]

NEWS: Schiff Joins Peters, Schumer, Murray, Merkley & Senate Democrats in Demanding OMB Rescind Rule Giving President Sweeping Power to Politicize Federal Grants
Senator Adam SchiffDCAJul 2, 2026

Washington, DC — U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined Senators Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee; Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Senate Democratic Leader; Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee; and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, and the entire Senate Democratic caucus in demanding […]

Warner, Van Hollen, Colleagues Press Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Rule Restricting Federal Whistleblowers, Congressional Oversight
Senator Mark WarnerDVAJul 2, 2026

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Mark Warner (D-VA) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) along with more than 15 of their colleagues are pushing back on the Trump administration’s Office of Personnel Management (OPM) proposed rule on government-wide nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) for all federal employees. The senators noted concerns that the proposed rule would prohibit the discussion of […]

Landsman Leads Effort to Ban SCOTUS, Others from Participating in Prediction Markets and Stock Trading

Cincinnati, OH – This week, Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01) led efforts in Congress to ban stock trading and prediction market participation for federal officials. Congressman Landsman, along with Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08), Congressman Kevin Kiley (CA-03), and Congressman Eugene Vindman (VA-07), introduced the bipartisan No Profiting from Public Service Act to ban politicians, Supreme […] The post Landsman Leads Effort to Ban SCOTUS, Others from Participating in Prediction Markets and Stock Trading appeared first on Greg Landsman.

Welch Meets with Health Care Leaders in Bennington to Discuss Future of Rural Health Care, Improving Access to Affordable Care Statewide 
Senator Peter WelchDVTJul 2, 2026

BENNINGTON, VT – U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Member of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health Care, this week hosted a roundtable on rural health care innovation, featuring local health care leaders, medical experts, and community members. The Senator discussed challenges faced by health care providers and patients in Vermont. While at the Bennington Firehouse, he highlighted the Emergency Medical Services Reimbursement for On-scene Care and Support (EMS ROCS) […]

ICYMI: Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Legislation to Keep Family Homes in the Family Passes Unanimously Out of Committee

WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, the Heirs’ Estate Inheritance Resolution and Succession (HEIRS) Act advanced out of the Financial Services Committee. The HEIRS Act, led by Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05), incentivizes states to adopt the Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act and provides grant funds for legal assistance for heirs’ property owners to clear title. A […] The post ICYMI: Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Legislation to Keep Family Homes in the Family Passes Unanimously Out of Committee appeared first on Nikema Williams.

Rep. Young Kim Introduces Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act to Strengthen U.S. Leadership, Support American Jobs, and Help Families Globally 

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) introduced the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act to deploy proven, American-made interventions that reduce maternal and child mortality around the globe while supporting U.S. national security and foreign policy interests. Each year, nearly 260,000 women die from preventable pregnancy-related complications. Evidence-based solutions like Multiple Micronutrient Supplement (MMS) prenatal vitamins, […] The post Rep. Young Kim Introduces Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act to Strengthen U.S. Leadership, Support American Jobs, and Hel

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