Press Releases

“Every dollar that is misused because of waste, fraud and abuse is a dollar we cannot invest in our local communities and strengthening our economy.” WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today joined Vice President JD Vance, the Task Force to Eliminate Fraud and other lawmakers at the White House for a roundtable discussion on […]

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Senators Jim Justice and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) introduced legislation that would provide families with enrollment information to establish Trump Accounts for eligible newborns while still at the hospital. Specifically, the bill would amend the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Enumeration at Birth (EAB) program to provide for the creation of a Trump Account when a child’s birth is registered, streamlining enrollment and […]

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) delivered a joint speech on the U.S. Senate floor emphasizing the dire need for congressional action to address Social Security’s looming insolvency. The Social Security trust fund is expected to become insolvent in 2032, resulting in an automatic reduction in benefits for millions of […]

WASHINGTON – Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) reintroduced a bipartisan resolution designating August 2–8, 2026, as National Farmers Market Week alongside Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (ME-01). This resolution honors the critical role farmers markets play in bridging the gap between urban and rural communities, helping people better understand the realities of farming and ranching. Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) reintroduced the companion resolution in the Senate. “The Central Valley grows a quarter of our nation’s food on less than one percent of America’s farmland, yet t

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-Tyler) has introduced a bill aimed at incentivizing shipbuilding in the United States. The “American Shipyard Investment Act of 2026” would create a 25% tax credit for shipbuilders to mitigate what Moran says are national security and regulatory concerns. In 2022, BRS Shipbrokers said China had 1,794 ships under construction, compared to 5 in the United States. “When you talk about the number of maritime warships that we need to keep up with China, we cannot rely on even South Korea and Japan to help us in that,” Moran said. “The problem with

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger announced a $3.6 million industrial investment from Virginia Steel and Fabrication, Inc. to expand operational capabilities in Bland County, Virginia. According to a press release, this investment will support 52 new jobs. Following news of this announcement, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Earlier this year, I participated in a tour of the Virginia Steel plant in Bastian with Bland County Administrator Cameron Burton. We appreciate Virginia Steel leadership and officials for serving the interests of Virginia’s Ninth

BAKERSFIELD – Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) attended the Housing Authority of the County of Kern’s groundbreaking for the site of the new Bakersfield Senior Center. Once constructed, this project will provide thirty-six additional affordable housing units for seniors and connect residents with the services and support needed to live safely and independently. As a member of the House Committee on Appropriations, Congressman Valadao fought to secure over $7.57 million in Community Project Funding for this facility in the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Rel

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) led nearly 30 of his House Republican colleagues in sending a letter Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Director Robert Cekada urging the agency to limit the retention of firearm records to 20 years and immediately destroy digitally recorded firearm registration records. On May 6th, the ATF issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled “Firearm Records Retention Periods” (RIN 1140-AA95). This NPRM proposes that Form 4473s be retained for either 20 or 30 years by both federal firearms licensees (FFLs) and t

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) participated in a press conference with several community leaders to tout federal funding for a new veterans' cemetery in Augusta, Georgia. With Congressman Allen's support, the funding for this project was appropriated via H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and made available through the Veterans Cemetery Grant Program. The grant opportunity will provide up to $10 million in federal funding to support the construction of a new ve

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) wrote Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin, urging the agency to prioritize processing religious worker visa applications. Processing delays have impacted religious leaders in Texas and those who rely on these individuals for religious and community services. In the letter, De La Cruz urges DHS to use all available resources to minimize delays and ensure religious leaders are able to support their congregations. In addition to the letter, De La Cruz co-sponsored the bipartisan Religious Worker Protection Act. The

Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) announced today that he led every Republican member of Wisconsin’s congressional delegation in urging the Trump Administration to protect Marine Corps readiness, preserve competition, and strengthen America’s tactical vehicle industrial base. In a letter sent to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Deputy Secretary of War Steve Feinberg, and Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought, the lawmakers expressed support for the Administration’s Arsenal of Freedom initiative and called for qualified alternative production capacity to remain available for the

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is designating more localities in Virginia’s Ninth District as primary natural disaster areas due to recent drought. As part of this action, the Counties of Bland, Craig, Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, Roanoke and Russell are set for primary natural disaster area designations. Additional localities eligible for drought assistance include the Counties of Bedford, Buchanan, Carroll, Dickenson, Franklin, Patrick, Scott, Washington, Wise and Wythe and the City of Radford. In response to this USDA action, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued t

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27) introduced the Permanent CBDC Ban Act, legislation that would permanently prohibit the Federal Reserve from issuing or creating a Central Bank Digital Currency. A CBDC would expose Americans to unconstitutional financial surveillance and give the Federal Reserve unchecked power over individual finances. The Permanent CBDC Ban Act is […] The post RELEASE: Congressman Cloud Introduces the Permanent CBDC Ban Act appeared first on Cloud.

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.), member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, and Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) released the following statements after their Foreign Robocall Elimination Act passed the Senate floor with unanimous support. The bill brings together government and private sector experts to eliminate unlawful robocalls originating abroad and prevent them from […]

GRANGER, Ind. — Today, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) kicked off his “Hoosier Heartland Tour,” his annual August District Tour, traveling to all 11 counties of the Second District to visit manufacturers, farms, and local organizations and hear directly from constituents, including how the Working Families Tax Cuts are impacting Hoosier paychecks and businesses. “This is […] The post Yakym Kicks Off “Hoosier Heartland” District Tour to Highlight Working Families Tax Cuts appeared first on Rudy Yakym.

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) called on United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins to address Farm Service Agency (FSA) office closures and reduction of services in Missouri. His letter comes after the Missouri FSA State Committee announced a reduction of services in Ralls County starting in October of this year, a crucial time […] The post Hawley Urges Secretary Rollins to Keep Farm Service Agency Offices Open in Missouri appeared first on Josh Hawley.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:August 4, 2026 CONTACT:Chrissy Harbin, Miranda Dabney WTAS: Momentum Builds Behind Armstrong’s Push to Get America Building Again Lawmakers, labor, energy producers, manufacturers, clean-energy developers and policy leaders are rallying around comprehensive permitting reform. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Support is growing for Senator Alan Armstrong’s (R-OK) campaign to modernize America’s broken permitting system and […]

“Senator Schumer has said he wants to avoid a shutdown. It’s time to prove it. The question is: Do Democrats in this body have the courage to stand up to the extremists who have taken over their party?” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today urged Senate Democrats to vote to keep ... Read more The post Barrasso Calls on Senate Democrats to Avoid Another Painful Shutdown appeared first on John Barrasso.

“I’ve heard from too many Ohioans who have been targeted by foreign scammers and robocalls, and it’s clear we need stronger tools to stop them.” WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today announced the Senate has passed the Foreign Robocall Elimination Act, a bill he co-sponsored to strengthen efforts to stop foreign scam calls. “I’ve heard from […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined the Ingraham Angle on Fox News Channel to discuss the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) influence on the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and anti-American billionaire Neville Roy Singham’s funding network of pro-CCP groups. Click the image above for the full discussion. Key Excerpts on the DSA’s Pledge to the CCP: Sen. […]

“By freeing up existing resources, I’m proud this bipartisan bill gives first-time homebuyers another tool to use in pursuing their version of the American Dream.” WASHINGTON – Sens. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) today introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act. This bill would help first-time homebuyers by allowing them to put unused college […]

Washington, D.C. – 8/4/26… Yesterday, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at providing tax relief for hardworking families and supporting educators who use their own funds and resources to help students succeed in the classroom. The Supporting Students and Families Act creates a new refundable tax credit of up to $200 for families to help offset the cost of books, supplies, and equipment needed for a child’s enrollment or attendance in elementary or secondary school. The credit would apply to eligible expenses incurred at public, private, or religious sch

Washington, D.C. – 8/4/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) has earned a Bridge Score of 99.2 out of 100, and an “A” grade in the latest Bridge Grades report evaluating the 119th Congress, placing him among the highest-rated members of the U.S. House of Representatives and earning the top score of any member of New York’s congressional delegation. Bridge Grades, a nonpartisan project of the Mediators Foundation, evaluates every member of Congress based on objective third-party data measuring whether lawmakers govern collaboratively or divisively. The organization places greater weight on

Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04), Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, recently published an opinion piece recognizing the 236th Anniversary of the United States Coast Guard and highlighting the service's enduring role in protecting America's maritime borders, supporting national security, and safeguarding Mississippi's Gulf Coast. In the op-ed, Ezell reflects on the Coast Guard's deep roots in Mississippi—from Coast Guard Air Station Biloxi's anti-submarine operations during World War II to lifesaving search and rescue

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA) reintroduced the Veterans Entrepreneurship Act of 2026, which would allow veterans the opportunity to pursue their small business and entrepreneurial aspirations by giving them access to resources through their federal government benefits. Congressman Cline issued the following statement. “Veterans often face significant challenges as they transition from military service back to civilian life,” said Rep. Cline. “Throughout my time in public service, it has been a top priority to serve those who served and sacrificed for our Nation. My legislatio

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Trent Kelly (R-Miss.), Michael Guest (R-Miss.), and Mike Ezell (R-Miss.) sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump expressing their strong support for his legislative efforts to address critical national defense, agricultural, and election-security priorities. “The threats facing our nation require the Department of War to have the resources necessary to defend the United States and protect American interests,” the lawmakers wrote. “Our brave men and women in uniform deserve the equipment, munitions, and support needed to carry out their missions and re

Washington, D.C. – 8/4/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) has earned a Bridge Score of 99.2 out of 100, and an “A” grade in the latest Bridge Grades report evaluating the 119th Congress, placing him among the highest-rated members of the U.S. House of Representatives and earning the top score of any member of New York’s congressional delegation. Bridge Grades, a nonpartisan project of the Mediators Foundation, evaluates every member of Congress based on objective third-party data measuring whether lawmakers govern collaboratively or divisively. The organization places greater weight on

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) recently sent a letter to Governor Tim Walz expressing his concern about the decline in Minnesota’s educational performance. The letter cited a recent report that found Minnesota’s education system has fallen in the national ranking from #7 to #21 in five years, noted declining reading and math proficiency, […] The post Finstad Sends Letter to Governor Walz Expressing Concerns About Minnesota’s Educational Performance first appeared on United States Congressman Brad Finstad.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 3, 2026 Sheehy Introduces Special Operations Forces Concealed Carry Act U.S. SENATE – Senator Tim Sheehy today introduced the Special Operations Forces Concealed Carry Act, extending nationwide carry privileges to elite special operations veterans similar to the privileges given to trained and vetted law enforcement officers under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40) introduced the North Korean FAKER Act to authorize the Secretary of State to coordinate sanctions with U.S. allies against North Korean IT worker fraud perpetrators and their foreign enablers. North Korea has transformed remote work fraud into a major source of funding for its nuclear weapons […] The post Rep. Young Kim Launches Fight Against North Korean Remote Worker Schemes Funding Foreign Weapons Programs first appeared on Congresswoman Young Kim.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Sunday Night in America with Trey Gowdy on Fox News Channel to discuss the ongoing conflict in Iran, efforts to dismantle Hamas, and next steps towards peace. Click the image above for the full discussion. Key Excerpts on Iran: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “President Trump wants a peaceful resolution; I think the whole […]

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV – Today, Senator Jim Justice addressed industry leaders at the Gas & Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) Summer Meeting, where he provided an update on the energy landscape in Washington and discussed the importance of advancing policies that keep West Virginia at the forefront of American energy production. “America cannot be […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This weekend, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street on Fox Business Network to discuss the conflict in Iran, Middle East diplomacy, AI policy, and Senate priorities. Click the image above for the full discussion. Key Excerpts on Iran: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Nobody should be surprised that China is aligned with Iran; they have supported them militarily, economically, they are […]

“I appreciated the opportunity to welcome Acting Secretary Sonderling to Owens Community College and highlight one of the many outstanding programs that are equipping students with the skills needed for today’s jobs and tomorrow’s opportunities.” TOLEDO, Ohio – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) today hosted Acting Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling at Owens Community College for […]

Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of August. August 11, 2026 Tazewell County (Bluefield): 10:00 am – 11:30 am Town of Bluefield Council Chambers 112 Huffard Dr Bluefield, VA 24641 Buchanan County: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Town of Grundy Offices 1185 Plaza Dr. Grundy, VA 24614 August 12, 2026 Scott County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am County Administrator’s Office Conference Room 190 Beech Street Gate City, VA 24251 Lee County: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Lee County Sheriff’s Office Conference Room 33640 Main Street Jonesville, VA 24263 Wise County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 3, 2026 Congressman Brecheen Announces August Town Halls Oklahoma–On Monday, Congressman Brecheen announced his August town hall schedule which includes stops in 15 different cities. Monday, August 24th, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am Tishomingo Town Hall Johnston County Library 116 W. Main St. Tishomingo, OK 73460 10:00am - 11:00am Durant Town Hall Donald W. Reynolds Library 1515 W. Main St. Durant, OK 74701 12:00pm - 1:00pm Coalgate Town Hall Coal County Public Library 115 W. Ohio Ave. Coalgate, OK 74538 2:00pm - 3:00pm McAlester Town Hall Southeast Expo Center Room 101 45

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) reintroduced a bipartisan bill designating the first week of August as National Community Health Center Week. He was joined by Reps. Troy Balderson (OH-12), Danny Davis (IL-07), and Jake Auchincloss (MA-04). This resolution recognizes the important partnership between health centers and the communities they serve. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) reintroduced the companion bill in the Senate. “As a member of the Congressional Community Health Center Caucus, I’m proud to join my colleagues in reintroducing this bipart