Press Releases

As the U.S. House of Representatives resumes votes this week on Capitol Hill, we'll be considering several important issues, including: Keeping the Government Open: We will consider a Continuing Resolution, a short-term stop gap funding bill, to avoid a government shutdown and extend our work on federal funding bills through December 11, 2026 (H.R. 6500); Protecting the Supreme Court: H.J. Res.1, Proposing a Constitutional amendment to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices; Denouncing Socialism: H.R. 1490, Condemning and Denouncing Socialism in All It

Rogers, McConnell Led Federal Law for Designation LONDON, KY (August 18, 2026)– The federal courthouse where Judge Eugene Siler, Jr. continues to serve after nearly 50 on the federal bench, now bears his name as the “Eugene E. Siler, Jr. United States Courthouse Annex.” U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers and U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell championed the legislation in Congress that designated the courthouse in Judge Siler’s honor. In London today, 200 people gathered in Judge Siler’s courtroom to celebrate his ongoing legacy and dedication to justice in southeastern Kentucky. “I'm honored to have this building n

First of 12 Federal Funding Bills for 2027  WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) announced House passage of the first of 12 federal funding bills for fiscal year 2027 on Friday, providing $157 billion for Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies. The bill includes more funding to support President Trump’s America First agenda with critical investments for veterans’ care, military readiness and modernization.  “Supporting our American heroes – both our veterans and active servicemembers – remains at the top of our priority list on Capitol Hill,” said Congre

WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, as amended in H.Res. 1299, with support from Congressman Hal Rogers (KY-05).    “In Eastern Kentucky, catastrophic flooding and tornadoes have magnified the need for more affordable housing options in Kentucky’s Appalachian region. We need to help more American families who are ready to buy a home,” said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. “This legislation not only works to drive down housing costs, but it also removes unnecessary regulations that slow down the construction process.”    Part of

U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers, Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommitte on Commerce, Justice, Science, gave the following opening statement during an Oversight Hearing today with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche:  "I’d like to welcome our witness, the Honorable Todd Blanche, Acting Attorney General of the United States, to testify before our subcommittee today. Last month, the Fiscal Year 2027 Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Bill cleared the full House Appropriations Committee. "Your leadership of the Department of Justice comes at a crossroads. On the one hand, the subcomm

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) announced $35 million for Kentucky projects passed a critical hurdle on Wednesday after being approved by the House Appropriations Committee in the fiscal year 2027 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill. The federal funding bill invests in key infrastructure projects, champions American energy dominance, strengthens national security, reins in burdensome red tape and slashes unnecessary EPA funding. “This bill includes big wins for Eastern Kentucky, by creating jobs and spurring economic development where it’s needed the most, impro

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers announced nearly $85 million for Eastern Kentucky projects won the approval of the House Appropriations Committee, moving on for a vote in the House. The federal funding will be used to provide flood-resilient housing, a veterans’ ranch, safer roads, clean water and stronger infrastructure in Kentucky’s Appalachian region. Congressman Rogers secured the Community Project Funding for ten projects through the Fiscal Year 2027 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. “This funding will address major need

Includes Nearly $3.4 Million for Morgan County Emergency Services Facility WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers voted for the Fiscal Year 2027 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.  The comprehensive federal funding bill supports America’s farmers, invests in rural development programs, bolsters food and drug safety, and protects nutrition programs for those who need it the most.  Congressman Rogers announced that his Community Project Funding request for nearly $3.4 million for a Regional Emergency Services and Training

SOMERSET, KY — U.S. Congressmen Hal Rogers (KY-05) and Andy Barr (KY-06) applaud President Trump's historic investment in Clean, Beautiful Coal. President Trump infused nearly $1 billion in federal funds into coal projects across the nation, including $124 million in Kentucky. The two recipients in Kentucky are Eastern Kentucky Power Cooperative (EKPC) and Duke Energy Kentucky. These funds will go to upgrade and modernize coal-fired power plants in Boone, Lawrence, and Pulaski Counties. These plants have kept the lights on in hundreds of thousands of Kentucky homes for years, and this funding

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, September 3, 2026, U.S. Representative Warren Davidson (OH-08) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize Hamilton West Side Little League for its outstanding run at the 2026 Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. To watch Rep. Davidson’s speech, click HERE, or read his remarks as prepared for delivery below: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise today to recognize Hamilton West Side Little League for an outstanding run at the Little League World Series. West Side arrived in Williamsport representing the Great Lakes Region and lost a c