Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Carlos A. Gimenez (R-FL), along with Representatives Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) and Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), sent a letter to the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) at the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) at the U.S. Department of Commerce demanding a full review and immediate action to deny any licenses that allow U.S. persons or entities to conduct business with the Cuban regime, a designated State Sponsor of Terrorism. HERE is a list, provided by BIS to the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector’s Office, identifyi

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers invites High School and Middle School students in Southern and Eastern Kentucky to participate in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition - Celebrating 250 Years of America. The winner from Kentucky's Fifth Congressional District will have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. Winning students from across the country are awarded two free airline tickets to attend a national reception in Washington, DC this summer to celebrate their achievement and see their artwork on display.  "

WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman Donald Norcross, a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee and father of a veteran, announced and congratulated his 2026 congressional nominees for the United States service academies.  “Every year, I’m inspired by the young people in New Jersey who step forward ready to serve our nation,” said Congressman Norcross. “Our nominees have demonstrated the character, discipline, and leadership our nation’s service academies demand. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee and the father of a veteran, I do not take this responsibility lightly. T

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21) sent a letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. urging an immediate federal investigation into reports alleging that employees of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health) used taxpayer-funded time, personnel, and facilities to hold an antisemitic "Global Oppression and Public Health Working Group" meeting. Stefanik additionally requested that HHS and the Office of Inspector General: 1.    Open a formal investigation into whether federally funded resources, including staff t

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives passed Congressman John James’ (MI-10) Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act. The bill is aimed at strengthening U.S. energy supply chains, ensuring Americans have access to reliable and secure energy resources while supporting next-generation technologies and the defense industrial base. It passed the House with bipartisan support. This is James’ 12th legislative item to pass the House of Representatives. The Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act (H.R. 3617) directs the Department of Energy to assess vulnerabilitie

The SAVE America Act strengthens election security by establishing clear verification standards that protect every lawful vote.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Darin LaHood voted in favor of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act to strengthen our current election laws by requiring proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections.  "I was proud to vote for the SAVE America Act on the House floor today, and believe it is an important step toward strengthening the American public's confidence in our elections," said Rep. LaHood. "My home state of Illinois, and others across our country, have failed to properly maintain their voter rolls and implement basic election security pr

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) voted today in support of the SAVE America Act, which protects the voice of every lawful American voter by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and photo ID when voting in federal elections, and ordering states to remove noncitizens from their lists of eligible voters. “Only U.S. citizens should vote in U.S. elections,” said Rep. Hern. “By closing loopholes and reinforcing accountability, we help ensure Americans' voices are accurately represented when they cast their ballots. The overwhelming majority of Americans support

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) issued the following statement upon House passage tonight of the SAVE America Act, legislation requiring voters to show a photo identification to cast a ballot: “I voted for the SAVE America Act because the right to vote in American elections belongs to American citizens, period. This bill puts commonsense safeguards in place by requiring proof of citizenship to register, photo ID to cast a ballot, and real accountability to clean up voter rolls. If we can require an ID to board a plane, rent an apartment, drive a car, or buy prescript

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) and Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) introduced the Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act. This legislation aims to help youth transitioning out of foster care obtain housing by partnering with states and local services to better coordinate housing vouchers and opportunities. The bill builds on First Lady Melania Trump's commitment to providing America’s youth with the necessary resources as they age out of the foster system.  "As Chairman of the Work and Welfare Subcommittee, I take seriously our responsibility to ensure that future generatio

Legislation Targets Interstate Transport of Minors for Irreversible Gender Medical Procedures WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) today introduced H.R.7420 - The Stop Gender Trafficking of Minors Act, legislation to establish clear federal protections against the interstate transport of minors for irreversible gender transition medical procedures. The bill makes it a federal offense to knowingly transport a minor across state lines to obtain gender transition procedures intended to alter a child's sex characteristics in a manner inconsistent with their biological sex, creates civil re

Congressman John Carter Secures $9.68 Million for Connell Street Widening and Reconstruction Project in Belton   Belton, Texas — Congressman John Carter announced that he secured $9,680,000 in federal funding to support the Connell Street Widening and Reconstruction Project, a major infrastructure investment aimed at improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting continued growth in Belton.   Connell Street serves as a key north–south corridor for the community and plays an important role in daily travel for families, businesses, and first responders.   “Roads are one of tho

WASHINGTON, DC–Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) and Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) announced that their bipartisan legislation, HR 7386, The First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act, advanced out of the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology with favorable consideration. This legislation would reauthorize FirstNet, a nationwide, preemptive broadband network used exclusively by first responders on the ground during emergencies and disaster responses. Created by Congress to address a clear need for improved public safety communicatio

Today, U.S. Congressman William Timmons (SC-04) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Housing for the 21st Century Act by a vote of 390–9. The legislation reflects a year-long bipartisan effort led by members of the House Committee on Financial Services to address rising housing costs, cut unnecessary regulations, and increase America’s housing supply.  “The Housing for the 21st Century Act returns the dream of homeownership to millions of Americans,” said Congressman Timmons. “America’s housing shortage and years of inflation have pushed c

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman John James (MI-10) is continuing his long-standing effort to protect the integrity of America’s elections by authoring a letter with House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (KY-01) to the U.S. Department of Justice demanding answers and accountability following reports of non-citizens appearing in Michigan jury pools and voter registration systems.  The letter, sent to Attorney General Pam Bondi, requests a formal briefing from the Department of Justice regarding these issues and steps being taken to prevent non-citizens from being improperly incl

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Donald Norcross (D-NJ-01) secured $11.98 million for 15 Community Project Funding (CPF) awards throughout New Jersey’s First Congressional District to support economic development, create jobs, and respond to the most pressing needs of the community.  “There’s been a lot of tough news lately, but this funding is a real reminder of what can happen when government listens and delivers for our communities. I came to Congress to fight for working families and make our South Jersey neighborhoods safer, healthier, and stronger. This funding will do just that,” sai

Washington, D.C. — A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers today announced the introduction of the House companion to S.278, the Kids Off Social Media Act, landmark legislation aimed at protecting children and teenagers from the growing harms associated with social media use. The bill is led in the House by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna with bipartisan […] The post Congress Introduces Landmark Bipartisan Bill to Protect Children Online appeared first on Anna Paulina Luna.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) today introduced the Accelerating Reliable Capacity (ARC) Act to accelerate investment in and encourage completion of new commercial nuclear reactors by minimizing the risk of project cost overruns. “The U.S. must remain the undisputed global leader when it comes to nuclear energy. To do so, we need advanced reactors […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Max Miller (OH-07) alongside Brad Schneider (IL-10), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), and Michael McCaul (TX-10) sent a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Noem asking to ensure that the terms and conditions for the Non-profit Security Grant Program are related to the physical security of Churches, Synagogues, and the other religious institution that depend on these grants […] The post ICYMI: Congressman Max Miller Leads Letter to Secretary Noem Advocating for Faith-based Organizations  appeared first on Max Miller.

Congressman John Carter Secures Funding to Expand Rural Health Care Access at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls Marble Falls, Texas — Congressman John Carter announced that he secured federal funding to support the purchase of a new computerized tomography (CT) scanner and contrast injector at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls, a critical investment that will expand access to lifesaving diagnostic care for patients across rural Central Texas. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls serves as the only full-service community hospital acros

Last week, Reps. Jack Bergman (MI-01), Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), and Chris Pappas (NH-01), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Postal Service Caucus, led eight Members of Congress in a letter to Postmaster General David P. Steiner, demanding that he reverse a new policy in which a postmark will no longer reflect the date that someone originally mailed a letter. As a result of the Regional Transportation Optimization (RTO) plan, USPS can no longer reliably postmark mail on the day it is sent.  The lawmakers emphasized that this change would harm Americans impacted by existing mail delays, make it ha

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., and U.S. Representatives Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., Trent Kelly, R-Miss., Michael Guest, R-Miss., and Mike Ezell, R-Miss., today applauded President Trump for approving Mississippi’s request for a major disaster declaration following deadly Winter Storm Fern which struck the state from January 23-27, 2026. This approval unlocks federal resources to support recovery efforts across Mississippi. The declaration approves Public Assistance for 38 counties. “We thank President Trump for approving Mississippi's major

Earlier this week, Congressman Mike Rulli (OH-06) delivered on his promise to strengthen our communities by securing nearly $12 million in federal funds for infrastructure projects throughout the Ohio Valley. These long-awaited investments will address pressing local needs, strengthen essential public infrastructure, and improve quality of life for families in Eastern Ohio. Secured through sustained […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08) announced that he has secured more than $16.5 million in federal funding for projects in Maryland’s Eighth Congressional District, including significant investments in public safety, infrastructure and workforce development. “Even at a time of chaos and polarization, we’re making major investments across Maryland’s beautiful Eighth Congressional District, from improving public safety to supporting workforce development and upgrading critical transportation and water infrastructure,” said Rep. Raskin. “At a time when Donald Trump and

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2026 Congressman Pete Sessions Secures $750,000 for Pflugerville Water Infrastructure, Announces Funding at Press Conference with Mayor Doug Weiss Pflugerville, Texas – Today, Congressman Pete Sessions held a press conference alongside Pflugerville Mayor Doug Weiss to announce $750,000 in federal funding he secured for the City of Pflugerville’s Pump Station and Storage Tank Project, a critical investment in local water infrastructure that will support current needs and future growth. The funding was included in H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energ