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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Hamadeh proudly voted in favor of the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act, meant to protect children from radical gender ideology in schools and restoring parental authority in education.  The bill’s sponsors, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT) introduced the legislation to “increase transparency in K-12 schools, strengthen parents’ rights, and ensure federal education dollars are not used to advance radical political or ideological agendas in the classroom.” “Indoctrination of any kind does

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored a resolution to designate the America 250 Betsy Ross Flag as an official flag of the United States, and therefore eligible to be displayed from all United States federal government buildings, properties, installations, and military bases at home and abroad. This resolution is sponsored by Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA). “The most recognized and powerful national symbol is the American flag. Old Glory represents freedom and independence. As our great nation approaches its 250th birthday, there is no better way to celebrate than by proudly fl

Washington, D.C. – 5/26/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) led colleagues in sending a letter to the Trump Administration expressing serious concerns regarding the continued role of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) across the Middle East and urging decisive action to dismantle the agency and transition its responsibilities to more credible and transparent partners.  UNRWA has long faced serious concerns over its ties to Hamas and its role in fostering radicalization among Palestinians for decades. In recent years, both Congress and President Trump have taken action

MANDAN, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in recognition of Memorial Day, honoring those servicemembers who lost their lives in defense of the nation. Senator Hoeven […]

For every veteran who put on our nation’s uniform and served, Memorial Day is solemn and personal.

WASHINGTON—Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson cosponsored a Memorial Day resolution honoring the men and women of the Armed Forces and recognizing the more than one million Americans who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States. This resolution is sponsored by Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS). “As we approach our country’s 250th birthday, we are reminded that freedom is not free. This Memorial Day, and always, we pause to honor and remember those who gave their lives to protect the freedoms that we have enjoyed for the past two and a half centuries. I join Idahoans in expressing

Securing Record Investment in Dyess Air Force Base May 24, 2026 By Rep. Jodey Arrington AS SEEN IN THE ABILENE REPORTER-NEWS The first and most important responsibility of the federal government is to provide for the common defense. This year’s Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill delivers on that duty by strengthening America’s military readiness and advancing President Trump’s Peace Through Strength agenda. I’m especially proud this legislation delivers the largest investment in the history of Dyess Air Force Base — providing more than $164 million for

WEST POINT, N.Y. — May 23, 2026…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3), Chairman of the West Point Board of Visitors (BOV), today joined Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll, Superintendent of the U.S. Military Academy Lieutenant General Steven Gilland, and other Army senior leaders at the U.S. Military Academy’s (USMA) graduation ceremony. The event honored nearly a thousand young men and women, including five cadets from Arkansas’s Third District. Congressman Womack said, “As these cadets live out the principles of ‘Duty, Honor, Country,’ they also carry with them the

This week’s edition of Week in Review.

WASHINGTON, D.C. —  After a 14-hour marathon markup in the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04) today celebrated the passage of the BUILD America 250 Act, a landmark, bipartisan surface transportation reauthorization bill that delivers more than $2.5 billion in funding for Utah infrastructure projects. “This is what teamwork looks like. After […] The post Owens Secures More Than $2.5 Billion for Utah in BUILD America 250 Act appeared first on Burgess Owens.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The House Appropriations Committee passed the FY27 Energy and Water Appropriations Bill this week, which contains critical funding supporting work on the Matagorda Ship Channel Improvement Project (MSCIP). This pivotal project being led by the Army Corps of Engineers will help increase port efficiencies, reduce costs, and risk erosion to local infrastructure. […] The post RELEASE: Congressman Cloud Secures Critical Funding Path for the Matagorda Ship Channel appeared first on Cloud.

Washington D.C. (May 22, 2026) | Rep. Barry Loudermilk (GA-11) issued the following statement following the introduction of H.Res. 1314: America 250 Commemorative Flag Act. This Act would allow the 250 commemorative flag to fly on all federal buildings, along with our official U.S. flag and the POW/MIA flag. “As the United States celebrates our Semiquincentennial, […]

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This op-ed by Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) first appeared in The Washington Times on May 21, 2026. Government shutdowns cause nothing but pain for most Americans. Our national park rangers, FBI agents and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention scientists work without pay. Airports begin to resemble the game room at a psych ward. And our economy loses an estimated $15 billion a week in gross domestic product. For some politicians, though, government shutdowns can be a win-win. They can throw the country into chaos to further their political agenda, and they never miss a single paycheck along t

WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) penned this op-ed in The Washington Times explaining why his resolution to withhold pay from senators during government shutdowns could prevent future funding lapses—and how Congress could make shutdowns even more painful for lawmakers in the future.  Key excerpts of the op-ed are below: “Government shutdowns cause nothing but pain for most Americans. Our national park rangers, FBI agents, and CDC scientists work without pay. Airports begin to resemble the game room at a psych ward. And our economy loses an estimated $15 billion per week in GDP. “For some

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) announced the introduction of a resolution expressing support for continued efforts to safeguard Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health care programs from waste, fraud, and abuse through strengthened program integrity measures, enhanced oversight, and coordinated enforcement actions. The resolution also recognizes the work of the Trump administration and congressional Republicans to investigate […] The post Finstad Introduces Legislation Expressing Support for Efforts to Combat Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Federal Health Care Progr

For many, Memorial Day means the official start of summer. And while we all enjoy the cookouts, the gatherings, and...

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WASHINGTON — U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo (both R-Idaho) signed a bipartisan, bicameral letter in support of efforts by U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer to initiate a Section 301 investigation into unfair and discriminatory trade practices by foreign sugar-producing countries. The letter calls on USTR to take appropriate action to protect American […]

Buchanan’s Sunshine Protection Act Sent to House Floor  WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.), Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade, released the following statement after Buchanan’s Sunshine Protection Act (H.R. 139), a bill to make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent year-round, was successfully marked up and sent to the House floor for consideration within […]

SARASOTA — U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) this week announced Lucia De Valle, a 12th grade student at Cardinal Mooney High School, as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Florida’s 17th Congressional District.

WASHINGTON, D.C.  –  Yesterday, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) introduced the Preserving Community Food Assistance Act of 2026 (H.R. 8953). The bill enables food distributors to best serve their community by restoring their ability to request identification from individuals seeking food assistance. “Hoosiers are generous by nature, but that charity should not be abused,” Rep. Yakym […] The post Yakym Introduces Legislation to Support Local Food Pantries appeared first on Rudy Yakym.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the DoD and USDA Research Act. This bill wouldcodify and expand the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of War (DoW) and Department of Agriculture (USDA) to strengthen coordination on research to protect America’s agriculture supply chain from domestic and foreign threats. Representative Mark Messmer (IN-08) introduced the bill in the House. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Protecting America’s food supply is part […]