Press Releases

LEWISBURG, WV – Today, Senator Jim Justice released a statement following the Supreme Court upholding West Virginia law in the case of West Virginia v. B.P.J: “As Governor, I signed the Save Women’s Sports Act into law because it was just plain common sense. As a coach, I know our girls work too hard and sacrifice too much to have the deck stacked against […]

Washington, D.C.— Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled in Trump v. Barbara: “Today’s decision should never have been in question, but with the Court upholding more than 157 years of legal precedent, a pillar of our democracy has been preserved. America has always been a beacon of freedom and […]

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) today released the following statement on the Supreme Court of the United States decision upholding Idaho’s Title IX law protecting women’s sports. “Today’s ruling is a major victory for women, fairness, and the Gem State. Idaho was the first state in the nation to ban biological men from […]

WILLISTON, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded $4.7 million to the City of Williston through the Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Infrastructure […]

WASHINGTON, DC — This week, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) took to the House Floor to honor the life and legacy of Ed Scott, a beloved member of the Midland community whose life was tragically taken on June 12th, 2026. In his remarks, Rep. Pfluger celebrated Mr. Scott's faithful service as a City of Midland employee, his three decades of umpiring softball, and the generations of young athletes across the Permian Basin who were shaped by his mentorship. Watch his full remarks HERE. Read his remarks as delivered below: I rise today in memory of Ed Scott, whose life was taken by a senseless a

🚨SAVE AMERICA ACT quick facts: - 68% of Americans support the SAVE AMERICA ACT - 81% favor requiring voter ID - 78% want states to purge non-citizens from voter rolls - 74% support proof of citizenship to vote 56% call SAVE AMERICA “commonsense.” GET THIS PASSED.

WASHINGTON — This morning, at the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson discussed the genius of the American experiment in self-governance and celebrated the endurance of our Republic as we mark our 250th Anniversary this week. Speaker Johnson also discussed the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act, which furthers President Trump’s America first, peace through strength agenda. “The insurgent Left hates America and hates our founding principles. They hate the idea of borders and prisons. They even want to remove the President and the Supreme Court. Very dangero

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM) and Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) introduced the 21st Century Federal Writers’ Project Act, legislation to create a new grant program administered by the National Endowment for the Arts that will empower America's writers and journalists to capture and document the American experience. As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding, this legislation establishes a coordinated national effort to chronicle the full breadth of American life across all 56 states and territories. Modeled on the Federal Wr

Washington, D.C. – 6/30/26… Following today’s House Judiciary Committee hearing, "Sanctuary Policies: Victims’ Perspectives," Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) issued the following statement after introducing the mother of Sheridan Gorman, Jessica, as a witness: “Today, Jessica Gorman sat before this committee, a grieving mother forced to share the most painful moment of her life, because her beautiful 20-year-old daughter Sheridan was shot and killed in Chicago by an illegal immigrant who should never have been in this country. While Jessica showed extraordinary courage and strength, some of my

Mr. Speaker, Today I am introducing the Cruise Ship Fair Share Act, which confirms that states, territories and other non-federal entities may levy taxes on cruise ships, their passengers and their crew when those vessels are operating as tourist accommodations. My legislation is prompted in part by recent litigation by cruise ship companies challenging Hawaii's application of its transient accommodations tax (TAT), a tax on all short-term accommodations like hotels, vacation rentals, timeshares and similar locations, to cruise ship operations in Hawai’i waters at Hawai’i ports. The TAT helps

Washington, D.C. – 6/30/26… Following today’s House Judiciary Committee hearing, "Sanctuary Policies: Victims’ Perspectives," Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) issued the following statement after introducing the mother of Sheridan Gorman, Jessica, as a witness: “Today, Jessica Gorman sat before this committee, a grieving mother forced to share the most painful moment of her life, because her beautiful 20-year-old daughter Sheridan was shot and killed in Chicago by an illegal immigrant who should never have been in this country. While Jessica showed extraordinary courage and strength, some of my

At a Capitol Hill hearing chaired by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission (TLHRC), expert witnesses detailed the declining human rights situation in Northern Cyprus since Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan rose to power 23 years ago. “During these 23 years, no territory neighboring Turkey has provided a clearer window into Erdoğan’s worldview, his ambitions, and his approach to power than Cyprus,” said Smith during his opening statement. “Cyprus serves as an important object lesson as we assess Erdoğan’s intentions toward Greece, Armenia, Israel, Syri

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), and Congressman Gil Cisneros (CA-31) held a press conference to provide updates on the flu outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio and to push the Pentagon to restore its vaccine mandate for all servicemembers. "When our troops volunteer to risk their lives for our country, the least we can do is not ask them to risk their lives because their leaders abandoned decades of military medicine," said Congresswoman Houlahan. "The House Rules Committee's refusal to make our amendment in or

Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) issued the following statement following the Supreme Court’s Trump v. Barbara decision: “For more than 150 years, ever since the ratification of the Fourteenth Amendment in the aftermath of the Civil War, the rule has been clear: if you are born on American soil, you are an American. That principle has endured through generations because it reflects both our Constitution and our values. Donald Trump tried to erase it with the stroke of a pen, and today he failed.” “The idea that a child can be born in the United States and be told they are not American

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) is proud to introduce the Veterans and Servicemembers PTSD Emerging Treatment Review Act, legislation designed to provide our nation’s veterans with increasing healthcare options. The legislation, which directs the Pentagon to provide Congress with a comprehensive assessment of emerging clinical research and service-related treatments for PTSD, is being hailed by healthcare providers and veterans’ groups alike. “We appreciate Congressman Hamadeh and his team for this groundbreaking victory. His staff visited our Sonoran Research Institute Lab

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) joined Reps. Joe Courtney (CT-02), Mike Simpson (ID-02), and Suzan DelBene (WA-01) in relaunching the Congressional Dairy Caucus. Central Valley dairy producers continue to struggle due to high input costs, competitive pressures from trade partners, and shifting consumption patterns, and this bipartisan caucus will work to elevate those concerns at the federal level and advocate for healthy and wholesome milk and dairy products. “As the sole dairyman in Congress, I’m proud to join my colleagues in launching the Congressional Dairy Caucus,”

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) released the following statement after the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship and rejected Donald Trump’s attack on the 14th Amendment: “Birthright citizenship isn't a gift from a president. It's a promise in the Constitution itself. “Today, the Supreme Court reaffirmed what the 14th Amendment has guaranteed for more than 150 years: if you are born in the United States, you are a citizen. That promise should never have been up for debate, and the fact that not every justice agreed should alarm every American. “As the proud son of Mexi

Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Marketplace Fraud Accountability (MFA) Act, legislation requiring the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to implement multifactor authentication for enrollees in federal health care programs governed by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to better protect Americans' personal information and reduce fraud. "Fraudsters are constantly looking for ways to exploit weak security systems, and the federal government shouldn't make it easy for them," said Grothman. "Multifactor authentication has become a standard security measure

Bacon, Kaptur, Fitzpatrick, Quigley, McCaul, Costa Introduce Bipartisan Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act to Increase Security Cooperation and Strengthen Defense Capabilities Between the United States and Ukraine Washington, DC – Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Cyber, Information Technologies, and Innovation Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) and Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) today introduced the bipartisan Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act to increase security cooperation and strengthen defense

For Immediate Release Contact: massie.press@mail.house.gov Contact #: 202-225-3465 Washington, D.C.- Today, Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) introduced legislation to honor the men of the USS Liberty. The Massie resolution recognizes the fallen members of the USS Liberty's crew by name and urges the President to declassify and publicly release all records related to Israel's unprovoked attack on the ship. "59 years ago, on June 8, 1967, Israel attacked the USS Liberty in international waters," said Rep. Thomas Massie."34 Americans were killed, and 174 were wounded by the Israel Defense Forc

Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement after the Supreme Court upheld the Constitutional right to Birthright Citizenship: "The 14th Amendment clearly states: “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States.” "Today, in what should have been a 9-0 vote, the Supreme Court didn’t just make the right decision, they made the only constitutional decision. Birthright citizenship has been fundamental to our nation’s economy, culture, and identity for more than 150 years. Upholding this co

Today, House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC) Co-Chair Lori Trahan (MA-03) joined House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, Vice Chair Ted Lieu, DPCC Chair Debbie Dingell, and DPCC Co-Chairs Maxwell Frost and Lauren Underwood to mark one year of Donald Trump’s One Big, Ugly Bill. “Instead of calling a single vote to bring prices down, Republican leaders have put a toothless resolution on the floor this week celebrating the one-year anniversary of their One Big, Ugly Bill,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “They're taking a victory lap on the same bill that ripped health care a

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger announced a $40 million investment from Rural King to establish a new distribution plant in Henry County, Virginia. According to a press release, this investment will support 150 new jobs. Following news of this announcement, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Henry County continues to gain traction by attracting company investments. Not only will Rural King continue serving Henry County, but the creation of a new distribution facility shows that the groundswell for opportunity in the region is real. “This $40 million i

Washington, D.C. – 6/30/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) welcomed the Department of Education's decision to comply with a federal court’s order to expand its list of professional degree programs, a move that restores access to higher federal student loan limits for students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician assistant studies, audiology, and other critical healthcare fields. This is a direct result of Rep. Lawler’s persistent advocacy. “After months of pushing the Department of Education through legislation, formal comments, bipart

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “The Supreme Court today has affirmed what anyone who has read the Constitution knows: people born in the United States are U.S. citizens. Once again, the President’s attempt to shred the Constitution by Executive Order has failed. “Thanks to the 14th amendment, birthright citizenship is a cornerstone of American history, culture and law. I stand with proud U.S. citizens in Northwest Washington and across America celebrating this decision. “I will keep fighting to protect civil rights and defend the Constitution.”

Families of Veterans Lack Critical Mental Health Support After the Discontinuation of the VA’s Coaching Into Care Program Kennedy’s Legislation Would Restart the Program, Providing Families and Caregivers with Accessible Support from Health Professionals Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced the introduction of the VA Coaching Into Care Act, a bill to address a major gap in support for families and loved ones of at-risk veterans. This legislation would restart the VA’s Coaching Into Care program, strengthening access to real-time mental health resources for veterans and the family members

For Immediate Release Contact: Tionee Scotland June 30, 2026 202-808-6129 PRESS RELEASE CONGRESSWOMAN PLASKETT’S ST. THOMAS OFFICE TO CLOSE FOR ST. JOHN COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS U.S. Virgin Islands — Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (D-USVI) announces that her St. Thomas district office will be closed on the following dates as staff participates in community engagement events on St. John: · Tuesday, June 30 — Closed all day · Wednesday, July 1 — Closed from 12:00 p.m. · Thursday, July 2 — Closed from 12:00 p.m. During this time, Congresswoman Plaskett's team will be on St. John for a series

The following are excerpts of Co-Chairman Chris Smith’s (R-NJ) opening statement at the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission’s June 30th hearing, entitled “Human Rights in Turkish-Occupied Cyprus: Erdoğan’s Record & Its Implications for the Ankara NATO Summit”: Good morning, and welcome to today’s hearing of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission on “Human Rights in Turkish-Occupied Cyprus: Erdoğan’s Record and Its Implications for the Ankara NATO Summit.” This hearing follows another, which I chaired on June 3, “Can Turkey Find Its Way Back to Freedom? Authoritarian Consolidation versus the Def

TAMPA, Fla.—Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) was joined by Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera, Hillsborough County Commissioner Harry Cohen, CEO of Boricuas de Corazón and caseworkers with Hillsborough County to highlight the County’s Rebuilding for Tomorrow Hurricane Recovery and Resilience initiatives made possible through $709 million in federal funding through the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR). Hillsborough County caseworkers were on-site and available to assist residents directly in submitting applications for available hurricane recovery assistance. Pho

Anniston, AL – Yellowhammer News published the following story detailing a new conditional agreement between the U.S. Army and Titan Mining Corporation to build a critical mineral processing plant for graphite at the Anniston Army Depot. Read the full story in Yellowhammer News here and below. Army turns to Anniston to break China’s stranglehold on graphite Grayson Everett June 30, 2026 Anniston Army Depot is about to become part of America’s effort to break China’s grip on the minerals that power modern weapons. Titan Mining Corporation, the only end-to-end producer of natural flake graphite

WASHINGTON—Today, Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson released the following statement in response to the United States Supreme Court's formal decision in Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. “Today is a historic day for female athletes in America,” said Rep. Simpson. “The Supreme Court’s decision in State of Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J. has confirmed what we have known all along: men have no place in women’s sports. Idahoans owe a debt of gratitude to Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador and Idaho State Representative Barb Ehardt for leading the charge to protect women’s spor

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Paul D. Tonko (NY-20) announced that Montgomery County is being awarded $1.5 million for a Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment and Cleanup (MAC) Assessment Coalition Grant. The funding, awarded through the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be used to conduct environmental site assessments and support cleanup plans for several sites across the county. “For decades, the Brownfields Program has helped breathe new life into communities across our nation, bolstering local economies, creating new jobs, supporting environmental justice communities and pro

WASHINGTON—United States Congressmen Jim McGovern (D-MA), Chris Smith (R-NJ), and Ro Khanna (D-CA) today announced that a bipartisan group of 14 House lawmakers sent a letter asking Secretary of State Marco Rubio to condemn the People’s Republic of China’s Ethnic Unity Law as a tool of forced assimilation, ideological control, and transnational repression. “Far from promoting genuine equality among ethnic groups, this law codifies and expands the Chinese Communist Party’s majoritarian campaign of forced assimilation against Tibetans, Uyghurs, Southern Mongolians, and other non-Han Chinese comm

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD), made a statement following a decision by Judge Jeannette Vargas, U.S. District Court Judge for the Southern District of New York, to vacate the Trump administration’s September 30, 2025 decision to freeze billions in federal funding […] The post Gillibrand Statement On Federal Court Ruling Citing Freezing Of Gateway Funds As “Contrary To Law” appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement after voting against the Kids Internet and Digital Safety (KIDS) Act, legislation that does not impose strong enough safeguards to protect children online. “I am incredibly concerned about… The post Jayapal Statement on Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act NO Vote appeared first on Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.