Press Releases

Washington D.C. — Congressman Jerrold Nadler (NY-12) released the following statement after voting against final passage of the Surface Transportation Reauthorization bill during the Transportation and Infrastructure full committee markup:   "I appreciate the bipartisan work that went into this bill and the good faith we engaged in today, but I must oppose final passage.   "At a moment when our transportation system needs bold, balanced investment, this legislation is insufficient. It co

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (AZ-04) celebrated the selection of Mesa Gateway Airport as one of only two airports in the nation chosen to participate in a new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot program that will transition high-activity contract air traffic control towers to direct FAA staffing and management.

WASHINGTON – Today Congresswoman Dina Titus (NV-01), a senior member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, helped pass the Build America 250 Act. This legislation includes several highway and hazardous materials provisions championed by Congresswoman Titus.  “It feels like just yesterday that we enacted the most significant infrastructure investment in our nation’s history through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act,” said Congresswoman Dina Titus. “I am proud to help pass this bipartisan package to build on that progress that includes my provisions to help prevent

(Washington, DC) – U.S. Representatives Ed Case (Hawaiʻi-01) and Jill Tokuda (Hawaiʻi-02) today introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives proposed legislation to crack down on illegal fireworks by allowing prosecutors to pursue money laundering charges against criminals moving illegal fireworks across state lines.  “Our legislation addresses the source dealers in illegal fireworks who engage in large-scale national criminal enterprise that threatens public safety, fuels illicit financial activity and has devastated communities in Hawai‘i and across the country,” said Case. Current fe

Yesterday, the Education and Workforce Committee advanced H.R. 7895, Congressman Rick W. Allen's (GA-12) PBM Kickback Prohibition Act. Congressman Allen introduced this legislation in March, which would amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) to prohibit pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) from paying kickbacks or referral fees to brokers, consultants, advisors, or similar intermediaries in exchange for directing employer health plan or insurer business to the PBM.  During yesterday's markup, Congressman Allen d

Following a markup of legislation in the House Committee on Energy & Commerce, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) urges his colleagues and House leadership to advance critical provisions of his bipartisan legislation, the Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act, to the House floor following the exclusion of these provisions in H.R. 7389, the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026. While the version included in yesterday’s markup represents some progress, the legislation considered by the committee does not fully reflect the original REPAIR Act and fails to protect

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) is demanding answers from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on the despicable conditions at the Sycamore Meadows apartment complex in Superior Township. The HUD-funded apartment complex is facing scrutiny due to neglectful property management, inadequate maintenance services, and unhealthy and unlivable conditions. In a new letter to HUD Secretary Scott Turner, Congresswoman Dingell is raising concerns over prolonged periods without functioning furnaces during the winter months, recurring sewage backups and flooding, foul odors

This reauthorization marks a historic step toward modernizing America’s transportation and infrastructure programs that will serve the American people for generations to come.

Yesterday, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Representative Dan Newhouse (WA-04) to introduce the Ensuring Rural Health Care Access for Military and Tribal Families Act. This legislation would allow Island Health, a rural hospital in Anacortes, to be designated as a Critical Access Hospital.    “As health care costs continue to rise, rural hospitals that provide care for local servicemembers, like Island Health in Anacortes, are struggling to maintain their current operations,” said Rep. Larsen. “This legislation will help more rural hospitals receive Critical Access Hospita

Suffern, N.Y. – 5/22/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) today welcomed President Donald J. Trump to Rockland County, where the President delivered remarks at Rockland Community College’s Eugene Levy Fieldhouse focused on affordability, tax relief, and strengthening opportunities for working families across New York’s Hudson Valley. The event marked the first public visit by a sitting President to Rockland County in nearly 50 years. “It was an honor to welcome President Trump to the Hudson Valley today. If you want to get things done, you have to be in the arena. You have to have a

May 22, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our commun

Washington, D.C.— Today, the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure voted to advance key provisions of Representative Jamie Raskin’s (MD-08) bicameral, bipartisan Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Safety Transportation Act. These provisions will expand access to federal funding opportunities for local governments to make roadways safer for all, including bicyclists, pedestrians and roadside workers.  Now that the legislation has advanced out of committee, the next step is a vote on the House floor. “Sarah Langenkamp—a loving mother, dedicated wife and patrio

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced Olivia Hamm of Oak Harbor High School as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition in Washington state’s 2nd congressional district with her piece, "Sleepy." "It takes courage to put yourself out there as a young artist, and I want to thank all the artists who submitted their work to the Congressional Art Competition," said Larsen. "Congratulations to Olivia Hamm for winning this year’s competition. I look forward to seeing 'Sleepy' in the Capitol throughout the year.

WASHINGTON—House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) and LIBRE Initiative Executive Director Sandra Benitez published a joint op-ed in The Hill. “Too often, Washington treats Hispanic Americans as a political constituency first and an economic force second,” wrote Chairwoman McClain and Director Benitez. “But Hispanic entrepreneurs are looking for something more concrete: the freedom and certainty to grow their businesses, hire workers, and invest in their communities.” Read the full piece below:  Washington has spent decades treating the Hispanic community as a monolithic

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15), joined by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Reps. Yvette Clarke (NY-09), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Dan Goldman (NY-10), Timothy Kennedy (NY-26), George Latimer (NY-16), John Mannion (NY-22), Gregory Meeks (NY-05), Grace Meng (NY-06), Joseph Morelle (NY-25), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Thomas Suozzi (NY-03), Paul Tonko (NY-20), and Nydia Velázquez (NY-07), […] The post Rep. Ritchie Torres Leads Bicameral New York Delegation in Urging Education Department to Protect TRIO Programs appeared first on Torres.

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) sent a letter to the Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) urging NIH to take immediate action to ensure the timely obligation of all congressionally appropriated FY 2026 grant funding. “Failure to disburse appropriated funds not only forfeits critical investments but also delays […]

Today, in a bipartisan vote, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.1041, the Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act, which would codify the Trump administration’s recent directive ending the VA’s decades‑long practice of reporting certain veterans to the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background...

WASHINGTON, D.C. -— This week, during the Department of Homeland Security’s reconciliation bill markup, committee Republicans blocked all of U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin’s (D-MI) amendments that put necessary guardrails on DHS, tackles corruption, and protects free speech.    These amendments come after Slotkin recently traveled to the North Lake Processing Center and a warehouse in Romulus, Michigan that DHS purchased for […] The post Republicans Block Slotkin’s 5 Amendments to Stop Warehouse Detention, Ban Armed Federal Agents at our Polls, Prevent Ballot Seizures, Tackle Insider Trading, and

GOP Congress Goes After the ‘Ethnic Scam’ Crippling America Virginia Grace McKinnon | The Daily Signal Republicans are discovering billions of taxpayers’ dollars going to waste, being spent fraudulently, and abused by American bureaucracy systems, specifically the welfare state. Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, is leading the fraud investigations, rooted in immigration policy issues, in Congress. […] The post GOP Congress Goes After the ‘Ethnic Scam’ Crippling America appeared first on Cloud.

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) led several Senate Republican colleagues in introducing the Detention Authority Clarification Act today, which would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) to make unambiguous Congress’ intent that illegal aliens be subject to detention without bond pending removal from the United States. This is in response to split decisions by federal […]

The Security and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) for Survivors Act of 2026 addresses economic barriers faced by survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, ensures 40 days of leave for victims—10 of which must be paid Senator Murray: “Survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault should not be forced to choose between their health and safety […] The post Murray, Dingell, Moore reintroduce the SAFE for Survivors Act to Provide Economic Security for Domestic Violence Survivors appeared first on Senator Patty Murray.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and John Hoeven (R-ND), along with Representatives Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) and Troy Carter (D-LA) led a bipartisan, bicameral effort, along with 108 of their colleagues, urging U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer to utilize a Section 301 investigation into unfair and discriminatory trade practices by foreign sugar-producing countries. […] The post Slotkin, Hoeven Press Ambassador Greer to Investigate Unfair, Predatory Sugar Trade Practices  appeared first on Senator Elissa Slotkin.

WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act this week, a major step toward tackling the housing affordability crisis. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led the inclusion of multiple legislative action points within the housing bill. A champion for both affordable AND desirable housing, Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ inclusions build […] The post ICYMI: Congresswoman Nikema Williams Passes Legislation in ROAD to Housing that Helps Homeowners Keep & Maintain Their Homes appeared first on Nikema Williams.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) today celebrated the House Committee on Energy and Commerce’s passage of the FDA Modernization Act 3.0, a bill directing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to fully implement provisions to reduce unnecessary animal testing for drug development.    Each year in the United States, millions of animals — including an estimated 50,000 dogs — are used in laboratory experiments and testing. This bill would require the FDA to fully implement the FDA Modernization Act 2.0, ensuring that safe and effective treatments are developed using

San Mateo, CA – U.S. Rep. Kevin Mullin (CA-15) led a national coalition of lawmakers to submit several requests as part of the Fiscal Year 27 House Appropriations process, encompassing a wide range of issues including climate resiliency, clean energy, election... The post Rep. Mullin Seeks Investments in Clean Energy, Election Integrity, Public Health & More in the 2027 Federal Budget Process appeared first on Congressman Kevin Mullin.

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, joined 24 of their colleagues sending a letter to Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Valden raising strong concerns about the plan to reorganize the Food […] The post In Letter, Murray, Klobuchar Raise Concerns about Food and Nutrition Service Reorganization appeared first on Senator Patty Murray.

This bill would create a non-profit organization focused on supporting veterans and their beneficiaries who fall victim to scams WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. George Whitesides (CA-27), Rep. Jefferson Shreve (IN-06), and Rep. Austin Scott (GA-08) announced their introduction of the Veteran Scam Victim Foundation Act, legislation that would establish a foundation to direct charitable contributions to assist veterans and their […]

Advocate to Pass ASAP Act with 100+ Bipartisan Cosponsors WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health Subcommittee, joined Congressman Paul Tonko (D-N.Y.) for an interview with Andrew Desiderio, Senior Congressional Reporter at Punchbowl News, to discuss the importance of early detection, prevention […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) led members of the Pennsylvania delegation in a bipartisan letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins to request Secretarial Disaster Designation after unprecedented spring weather events led to devastating economic loss for the Commonwealth’s farmers. The letter was signed by U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) and U.S. […] The post Fetterman Leads Pennsylvania Colleagues In Letter of Support for Farmers appeared first on U.S. Senator John Fetterman.

WASHINGTON, D.C. —  Vice Chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee Rep. Burgess Owens’ (UT-04) Civics and History Advancement to Restore Learning, Integrity, and Education Act, H.R. 8705, or the CHARLIE Act, was successfully passed by the House Education and Workforce Committee. The CHARLIE Act amends Section 2231 of the Elementary and Secondary Education […] The post Rep. Owens’ CHARLIE Act Passes Out of Committee appeared first on Burgess Owens.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, questioned the Air Force after their announcement of an additional five-year delay to clean up the lake in Oscoda, MI, where residents have spent over a decade waiting for their water to be made safe.  Watch here.  Download here.   ###  The post ICYMI: Slotkin Presses Air Force to Clean Up Forever Chemicals in Michigan’s Water  appeared first on Senator Elissa Slotkin.

WASHINGTON, D.C.  –  Today, the bipartisan Evidence-Based Youth Suicide Prevention Act of 2026, led by Congressman Rudy Yakym (R-IN-02) and Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (D-CO-07), was introduced in the House of Representatives. The bill would direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop evidence-based strategies to help prevent youth suicide. “As a father of […] The post Yakym Introduces Evidence-Based Youth Suicide Prevention Act appeared first on Rudy Yakym.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 21, 2026 MEDIA CONTACT: e: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov c: 202.913.0126 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Yvette D. Clarke… The post CLARKE AND NEGUSE CELEBRATE ADVANCEMENT OF THEIR BILL, THE MAGNUS WHITE AND SAFE STREETS FOR EVERYONE ACT, IN E&C FULL COMMITTEE MARKUP appeared first on Congresswoman Yvette Clarke.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation will provide $10 million in federal funding for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) in Hebron, Kentucky. Senator McConnell helped secure this funding that will be used by CVG to modernize outdated equipment in Concourses A & B, as well as procure and install new passenger conveyance systems to improve passenger mobility and accessibility at the airport. Senator McConnell wrote a letter of support to U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy advocating for

‘Last year, the ink was barely dry on the one-time reconciliation investment in shipbuilding when this Subcommittee began to hear from uniformed leaders about budget discrepancies, shortfalls, and broken glass in major accounts. This didn’t come as a surprise – it was the avoidable consequence of treating one-time infusions of cash like a substitute for full-year base budget spending. This is not a mistake worth repeating. But the way OMB has structured your budget suggests the Administration is willing to run even more significant risks in FY27.’

WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today introduced the Protecting Americans from Treatment-related Credit Harm (PATCH) Act, a bill that would prevent credit reporting agencies from including medical debt on consumer credit reports. “Fair-minded Americans know medical debt is different from a mortgage or a car loan. Patients don’t choose to get sick, and they don’t get to shop around for the best price from the back of an ambulance, either. Medical debt is gutting the American people like a fish, and my bill will make sure this unfair debt doesn’t appear on any American’s credit report,” s

“As long as [Republicans are] in charge, there will be agents at our borders to prevent terrorists, traffickers, and other dangerous individuals from making their way into our country, and there will be agents to take criminal illegal immigrants off of America’s streets.”...