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Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY-06) introduced the Lawful Hemp Protection Act, bipartisan legislation to establish the first comprehensive federal regulatory framework for hemp-derived consumer products while protecting Kentucky farmers, enhancing consumer and child safety, and preserving the long-term viability of the domestic hemp industry. This legislation establishes a clear federal framework for the hemp industry by setting consistent standards for cultivation, manufacturing, testing, and labeling, while prohibiting synthetic cannabinoids in finished hemp-derive

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In case you missed it, House Republican Leadership Chairwoman Elise Stefanik led an Intelligence Committee hearing on new and emerging threat streams since the attacks on 9/11. This hearing is part of a year-long bipartisan review of the 9/11 Commission Report recommendations ahead of the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks later this year. Watch the Full Hearing HERE: Read a full transcript of her opening statement as prepared for delivery: Elise Stefanik: A “failure of imagination” was one of the key failures leading up to the September 11 attacks. At the time, Afgha

Allowing Democrats to shut down the government would only create instability for hardworking Americans.

... But on top of remembrance and sympathy rests another national responsibility every bit as important: to give weight to the words Never Again. From the smoke and rubble of 9/11 came lessons about the fragility of our nation’s security and what it takes to preserve it. We paid for these lessons with thousands of precious American lives. If we are still resolved never again to pay such a price, we must look with clear eyes at a dangerous world and redouble our efforts to outcompete those who would do us harm.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez (FL-28) joined House Republican leadership for a press conference highlighting the dangers of socialism and reaffirming America's commitment to freedom. An exile from communist Cuba, Congressman Gimenez shared his family's story of fleeing the Castro dictatorship and warned against embracing the same failed ideology that has oppressed and killed millions around the world. He emphasized that the fight against communism is not only a moral imperative but also a national security priority, citing the Cuban regime's deepening alliances with C

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez (FL-28) joined House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) for a roundtable highlighting the dangers of socialism and reaffirming their commitment to defending freedom and American democracy. "As someone who fled communist Cuba as a child, I know firsthand where socialism leads," said Congressman Carlos Gimenez. "It destroys freedom, crushes opportunity, and empowers government at the expense of the people. We cannot allow the failed ideas that have devastated nations around the world to take root here in the United Stat

WASHINGTON— Today, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) applauded President Donald Trump for signing his legislation, H.R. 1276, into law. The new law removes outdated National Park Service (NPS) restrictions on property owned by the City of Paducah, clearing the way for local officials to transfer the property to the Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club so the organization can renovate and improve its facilities. “Today is a major victory for the Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club and the entire McCracken County community. For more than sixty years, the club has provided generations of young people with o

Legislation has 60+ Cosponsors and Honors Late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Legacy...

Twenty-five years ago, radical terrorists shockingly and ruthlessly attacked our nation. In a matter of hours, 2,977 innocent lives were taken, families were changed forever and America entered a new era. A quarter of a century later, we still remember those lost and honor the heroes who ran toward danger that fateful day. One of those victims was Sara Low, a 28-year-old flight attendant from Batesville who was working on American Airlines Flight 11. After terrorists seized control of the plane, authorities believe Sara gave her telephone calling card to fellow flight attendant Madeline Amy Sw