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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) questioned Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) commissioners about electricity markets and the Seminoe Pumped Storage Project, a proposed hydropower project located in central Wyoming. The post Barrasso Questions FERC Commissioners on Wyoming’s Seminoe Pumped Storage Project appeared first on John Barrasso.

(Click here to watch.) WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) delivered a speech on the U.S. Senate floor honoring Michael Andrew Hanson, a fallen U.S. Deputy Marshal from the Western District of Louisiana. Cassidy honored Deputy Hanson for his service to the state of Louisiana and asked for a moment of silence for Hanson’s family, friends, […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Burgess Owens (UT-04) held a moment of silence for the family of Provo Fire Captain Spencer Long, his wife Katrina, and their three sons, Reid, Thayne, and Gage, who lost their lives in a sudden and unexpected flash flood in Wayne County, Utah last week. Below are Rep. Owens’ remarks, […] The post Owens Holds Moment of Silence for Long Family Lost in Flash Flood appeared first on Burgess Owens.

“I have been fortunate to play a role in many of those reforms during my years in public service, and I have witnessed firsthand the difficult decisions that helped Ohio climb from near the bottom of the pack to the top.” WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) penned an op-ed in the Cincinnati Enquirer tracing Ohio’s transformation […]

“If You Target Our Officers, You Will Face Justice” WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) took to the House floor to address a rash of violence against law enforcement in Northwest Indiana, where three officers have been shot in the line of duty in the past two months. “If you target our officers, […] The post Yakym Condemns Rash of Violence Against NW Indiana Officers Shot in the Line of Duty appeared first on Rudy Yakym.

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) requested that the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development fully fund the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program to provide much-needed relief to Missourians. This program can provide additional, flexible resources for long-term rehabilitation and recovery for the St. Louis region following the 2025 tornadoes. Senator Hawley […] The post Hawley Requests Additional Disaster Relief Funds for Missouri Following 2025 Tornadoes appeared first on Josh Hawley.

Washington, D.C. (July 22, 2026) | Rep. Barry Loudermilk (GA-11), issued the following statement following the U.S. House vote on Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The legislation authorizes funding for the Department of Defense, strengthens military readiness, improves quality of life for servicemembers and their families, and reinforces America’s ability to deter […]

WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40), Chairwoman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on East Asia and the Pacific, introduced the Strategic Technology and Resilient Alliances (STRATA) Act to establish a Critical Mineral Innovation (CMI) Initiative at the State Department, coordinating allied partnerships, technology deployment, and new commercial tools to reduce U.S. dependence on China. China currently dominates […] The post Rep. Young Kim Leads STRATA Act to Counter China’s Critical Minerals Dominance first appeared on Congresswoman Young Kim.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 22, 2026 ICYMI: SENATOR TIM SHEEHY: Crazy conspiracy theories are undermining America’s defens Senator Tim Sheehy penned an opinion piece for FOX News highlighting Section 1217 of the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which establishes the United States-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative. The op-ed details how Section 1217 became the target of a misinformation campaign […]

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson today released the following statement after House Republicans passed H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act. “For too long, Americans struggling to make ends meet have watched as lawmakers have entered office just to leave as multi-millionaires. This type of behavior is unacceptable and diminishes the American people’s trust in this institution. Today, with passage of the Stop Insider Trading Act, House Republicans took a critically important step to restore that faith and trust in both Congress and American elections. “The Stop Insider Trading Act does exactly w

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) issued the following statement following the House passage of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act, FY2027 (NDAA). This legislation would authorize $1.15 trillion in discretionary defense spending, matching President Trump’s presidential budget request. At its core, this NDAA focuses on reinvigorating America’s defense industrial base to ensure our troops can continue to keep our country safe. “As a graduate of West Point and former officer in the U.S. Army, I am proud to support this year’s NDAA, which ensures America’s heroes

WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 22, 2026…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today voted in support of H.R. 8800, the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 National Defense Authorization Act that was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. Congressman Womack said, “Peace through Strength requires us to address supply chain vulnerabilities, strengthen competition and innovation across the defense industry, and provide manufacturers with the certainty needed to replenish our arsenal. The Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act is instrumental in advancing these goals by implementing critical reforms to ena

WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027. Click here or above to watch Rep. Jackson’s full remarks. Rep. Ronny Jackson’s remarks as prepared: I rise today in support of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027. I would like to begin by thanking Chairman Rogers for his leadership in bringing the NDAA to the Floor for the 66th consecutive year. As Chairman of the Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, I am e

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ahead of today’s House Appropriations Committee hearing on government shutdowns and the federal funding process, Congressman Mark Alford introduced the Federal Employee Financial Protection Act to protect federal employees from financial harm caused by delayed pay during a lapse in appropriations. During a government shutdown, federal employees can face missed payments and financial uncertainty through no fault of their own. The Federal Employee Financial Protection Act would provide temporary protections by preventing credit reporting agencies from reporting shutdown-relate

WASHINGTON — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) announced that all four of his amendments were included in the House-passed Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), advancing efforts to strengthen national security, improve transparency, and enhance accountability within the Department of Defense. “Passing these amendments in the House is a major win, but the work isn't complete until they're included in the final FY27 NDAA and signed into law,” said Congressman Norman. “At a time of growing threats to our nation, these commonsense reforms will strengthen our military, improve

Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.Con.Res.113, advancing the reconciliation process to support our troops, secure our elections, and strengthen our food supply. House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement: “I am humbled by the steadfast unity and unwavering determination from House Republicans to break the Democrat obstruction so we can provide emergency support for our troops, safeguard the integrity of our elections, and continue delivering on the priorities of the American people,” said Chairman Arrington. “I urge the Senat

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson, Leader Scalise, Whip Emmer, and Chairwoman McClain today released the following statement after House passage of the Budget Resolution for Reconciliation 3.0 — the SAVE and Protect America Act: “Today, House Republicans passed the Budget Resolution for Reconciliation 3.0 — the SAVE and Protect America Act — which puts Congressional Republicans on a path to enacting two fundamentally simple and crucial goals: securing American elections and strengthening our homeland by providing supplemental funding requested by the Administration to support our national defense a

Today, Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) voted for the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27 NDAA) to strengthen and support America’s military. This bipartisan bill authorizes spending for national defense, delivers a pay raise for servicemembers, rebuilds America’s defense industrial base, and strengthens deterrence capabilities against China and other adversaries. “Our men and women in uniform deserve a military that is ready, capable, and dominant,” said Rep. Moran. “This year’s NDAA strengthens our arsenal, delivers real relief on pay and housing for our troops a

Congressman Scott Franklin issued the following statement after House passage of H.R. 9770, the Continuing Appropriations Act: “For too long, Congress has relied on last-minute negotiations and massive omnibus spending bills instead of doing the work the Constitution requires. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I’ve been committed to restoring regular order by considering each of the twelve annual funding bills individually, debating them openly and moving them through the legislative process. “This continuing resolution keeps the government open through December 4th while pres

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) celebrated House passage of the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes a record $160 million investment for Dyess Air Force Base – $40 million more than last year's record funding and the third consecutive year Arrington has secured the largest investment in the base's history. “The first and foremost responsibility of the federal government is to provide for the common defense. Congress must ensure our military remains the most capable, lethal, and technologically advanced fighting force in the wor

WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 22, 2026…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) today voted in support of H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act. This legislation aims to prevent Members of Congress from using their positions and nonpublic information to benefit financially from purchases or sales made on the U.S. stock market. The legislation also includes measures to strengthen voter ID laws nationwide. Congressman Womack said, “Our government is built on a foundation of mutual trust. Americans should be able to trust that their elected officials in Congress have their constituents’ best interests at hear

Washington, D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Stop Insider Trading Act, marking a significant step forward in efforts to prohibit Members of Congress from trading individual stocks while serving in office. For years, Americans have raised concerns about whether lawmakers should be allowed to personally trade stocks while making decisions that directly impact the economy and financial markets. Congressman Mark Alford has been a leading voice on this issue, introducing the Preventing Elected Leaders from Owning Securities and Investments (PELOSI) Act to establish a stronger

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN), a member of the House Armed Services Committee and co-chair of the Congressional Hypersonics Caucus, applauded passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) in the House of Representatives. “My Republican colleagues and I are proud of our collaboration with President Trump to advance a national defense agenda that puts America first, and I am pleased the House has passed the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act,” said Rep. Messmer. “The passage of this historic investment in our nation’s warfighters

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) secured major wins in the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which passed the House today. The NDAA is the legislative vehicle that authorizes policies, programs, and spending for the Department of War. As a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, fighter pilot with nearly two decades of experience, and retired Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, Rep. Pfluger has been an outspoken advocate for ensuring this legislation properly equips the Department of War to implement President Trump's National Security agenda of Peace Through

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Mark Messmer (R-IN) welcomed Evansville Army veteran and artist Ken Eppler and his family to the U.S. Capitol, where Eppler presented his painting, The Enduring Spirit, for display in the Congressman’s office in honor of America’s 250th Anniversary. “Indiana’s 8th District is proud to call Ken Eppler one of our own, and I am honored to display his beautiful art piece – which I think reflects the very best of Hoosier and American patriotism,” said Rep. Mark Messmer. Eppler served with distinction in the United States Army, earning both Airborne and Air Assault qua

Washington, D.C.— Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) is urging the U.S. Senate to finally pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act after the House advanced it by attaching its key provisions to both the NDAA and Budget Resolutions. As part of the House Budget Resolution and consideration of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, the House adopted a special rule directing that the text of the SAVE America Act be added to the legislation at engrossment, ensuring that it’s pushed to the Senate alongside one of Congress's most important legisla

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee’s Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, celebrated the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (FY27 NDAA). This year’s NDAA strengthens America's military, advances the quality of life of our servicemembers, and delivers key national security provisions for Sheppard Air Force Base, Bell Helicopter, the Pantex Plant, and the broader defense industrial base in Texas’ Thirteenth Congressional District. "I'm proud to support

Today, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) applauded the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the Stop Insider Trading Act (HR 7008). “Today, I supported—and the House passed—critical legislation to enhance transparency and accountability for Members of Congress and their families, as well as bolster the security of our elections,” said Smith, an original cosponsor of HR 7008. The Stop Insider Trading Act will unequivocally prohibit Members, their spouses, and their dependent children from purchasing securities issued by publicly traded companies. Members and their families will also be required to f

By Tessa Gervasini Published July 22, 2026 at 3:52 PM ET Nearly five dozen U.S. lawmakers sent a letter to the Department of Justice (DOJ) urging a federal investigation into the deaths of “the D.C. Five,” the five allegedly late‑term aborted babies recovered from a Washington, D.C., abortion clinic four years ago. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, along with more than 50 other GOP lawmakers, called on Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to “comprehensively investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths.” The lawmakers also requested DOJ ensure the “children rec

By Calvin Freiburger Published Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - 12:06 PM EDT WASHINGTON, D.C. (LifeSiteNews) — More than 50 Republican members of Congress are urging Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche to investigate the remains of unborn babies discarded years ago by an abortion facility in the nation’s capital for possible cases of infanticide that so far have evaded justice. In 2022, the group Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising (PAAU) discovered the remains of five aborted babies (warning: graphic images) in a crate outside the Washington Surgi-Clinic in D.C., operated by notorious late-ter

Washington, D.C. – 7/22/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17), an original cosponsor, voted in support of the Stop Insider Trading Act, bipartisan legislation to prohibit Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from purchasing individual stocks while serving in office. The bill passed the House with a vote of 231 to 198, and now heads to the Senate for consideration. WATCH: REP. LAWLER SPEAKS IN SUPPORT OF THE STOP INSIDER TRADING ACT ON THE HOUSE FLOOR Specifically, the bill requires Members to publicly disclose any planned sale of covered investments between seven to

U.S. Representative Ron Estes (KS-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of the House passage of H.R. 8800, the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Providing for a strong national defense and ensuring our service members have the tools they need to protect our homeland is one of Congress’s most critical constitutional duties. This year’s NDAA delivers on rebuilding the arsenal of freedom, including provisions to bolster readiness, strengthen quality of life and military families, restore lethality, reinvigorate our defense industrial base, and reinf

The U.S. House of Representatives yesterday passed H.R. 6955, Rep. French Hill's (AR-02) Main Street Capital Access Act, by a vote of 270-155-1. As Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Rep. Hill led the effort to pass the bill alongside Financial Institutions Subcommittee Chairman Andy Barr (KY-06). The bipartisan bill revitalizes local bank formation and ensures community lenders can focus on serving families, small businesses, and local economies, making life more affordable for Americans and empowering Main Street. Rep. Hill said, “As a former community banker in central Arka

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02), Congressman Troy Carter (LA-02), and Congresswoman Angie Craig (MN-02) introduced the Improving Coordination and Access to Resources Equitably for Youth Act (Improving CARE for Youth Act). This bipartisan legislation increases access to mental health services for children enrolled in Medicaid. Under current Medicaid policy, health care providers generally may only bill for one service per patient per day. As a result, when a child visits a primary care physician and is identified as needing behavioral or mental health services, practices with an integrated

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc., based in Saltville, Virginia, a $750,000 grant. The funding supports local opioid response programs. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems operates numerous New Day Recovery facilities and community health centers. As someone who has visited its Saltville location, I understand the impacts of the synthetic opioid crisis on rural communities. “This HHS grant for $750,000 helps Southwest Virginia Commu

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the House passed the Ensuring Federal Purchasing Efficiency Act introduced by Rep. Pat Fallon (TX-04). This bill requires the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council to adjust certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds for inflation every three years instead of every five years. “Our House majority promised the American people that we would work to make the federal government more streamlined and efficient,” commented Rep. Pat Fallon. “It’s our duty to deliver on this promise to the American taxpayer, which is why I’m glad to join my House colleagues in passing my

WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 22, 2026…Today, Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3), a senior appropriator and Chairman of the House Appropriations Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD), and Related Agencies Subcommittee, stressed the need for policy reform to prevent future government funding lapses during a full committee hearing. The hearing witnesses were Senator James Lankford (OK), Representative Tom McClintock (CA-5), as well as former Director of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, and current New York University School of Law Distinguished Scholar Shalanda Young. Congressman

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded the Mount Rogers Community Services Board, based in Wytheville, Virginia, a $1 million grant. The funding supports local substance abuse and mental health services. U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Mount Rogers Community Services leads specialized programs for those impacted by mental health struggles and substance use disorders. “This HHS grant for $1 million helps Mount Rogers Community Services make our communities healthier.” BACKGROUND According to its website, the Mount Rogers Commu

Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02) voted for H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027, which passed the House by a vote of 216-212. The bipartisan bill supports our military personnel and families, strengthens our national defense, modernizes our military capabilities, and includes four amendments introduced by or cosponsored by Rep. Hill, three of which will directly benefit the Arkansas National Guard. Rep. Hill said, “It is critical that Beijing, Moscow, and Tehran have no doubt about the lethality of the United States military or our ability to project pow

Washington, D.C. – 7/22/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027, legislation that strengthens America’s military readiness, rebuilds the nation’s domestic supply chains, and supports our servicemembers and their families. The measure passed the House in a bipartisan vote of 216 to 212 and now heads to the Senate for consideration. “America’s greatest responsibility is protecting our nation and ensuring our servicemembers have the resources, equipment, and support they need to succeed. This year’s NDAA inves

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) today voted in support of the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The FY27 NDAA strengthens America’s national defense by revitalizing the defense industrial base, improving quality of life for servicemembers and their families, and investing in the production and acquisition of key capabilities needed to protect the United States and our allies around the world. “Under the weak leadership of the Biden administration, our military suffered as supply chains weakened, recruitment declined, critical programs stalled,

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including an amendment introduced by Rep. Ben Cline (VA-06) that will direct the Department of War to remove any Chinese-owned and operated point-of-sale systems from their facilities and safeguard sensitive information. Congressman Cline issued the following statement on the inclusion and passage of his amendment. “Our government agencies should never rely on technology owned or operated by companies tied to our foreign adversaries, like the Chinese Communist Party,” said Rep. Cli

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) released the following statement after voting in support of the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NDAA authorizes funding for all discretionary military programs and activities, including personnel, operations, maintenance, procurement, research, and development. “At a time of growing threats around the world, it’s more important than ever that we provide our servicemembers with the resources they need to keep our country safe,” said Congressman Valadao. “I was proud to support the bipartisan FY27 National Defe

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson released the following statement after House passage of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027. “The FY27 National Defense Authorization Act will ensure America maintains the most lethal, most dynamic, most capable fighting force in the world. This year’s NDAA builds on key investments in the Working Families Tax Cuts as Republicans lead the charge to restore America’s military dominance and rebuild the arsenal of freedom. “This legislation provides our brave servicemembers with an overdue pay raise, strengthens our nuclear de

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (NDAA). The NDAA authorizes annual funding levels for the U.S. Armed Forces and sets expenditures for the Department of War (DoW). Included in H.R. 8800, and secured by Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), is legislative text (Sections 704-705) that establishes the "prohibition on and reversal of actions to modify the scope of medical services provided at certain military medical treatment facilities," including Eisenhower Army Medical Center (EAMC). After voting in support of t

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Mark Alford (R-MO), alongside Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (D-TX), introduced the bipartisan Streamlining Military Infrastructure Act, legislation to help the Department of Defense complete minor military construction projects faster, reduce unnecessary delays and make better use of existing partnerships with state and local governments. Military installations across the country rely on timely infrastructure improvements to support servicemembers, strengthen readiness, and maintain mission capabilities. The legislation would examine how the Department of Defens