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WASHINGTON D.C. — The Utah federal delegation welcomes President Trump’s action modifying the boundaries of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. This decision represents a return to an appropriate application of the Antiquities Act as Congress intended. When Congress passed the Antiquities Act in 1906, it authorized presidents to protect historic and scientific objects by […] The post Utah Delegation Welcomes President Trump’s Monument Proclamation appeared first on Burgess Owens.

Buchanan’s Sunshine Protection Act to Receive House Vote Tomorrow WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan released the following statement ahead of the House floor vote tomorrow on his Sunshine Protection Act (H.R. 139), a bill to make daylight saving time (DST) permanent year-round and end the twice-annual clock change: “My bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act will bring us one step closer to ending the outdated and unpopular practice of changing our clocks twice […]

NEW ULM, MN – Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) hosted a roundtable discussion in Mankato with Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins and southern Minnesota veterans. Congressman Finstad and Secretary Collins heard directly from southern Minnesota’s veteran community, discussing how Congress can increase access to VA healthcare and enhance benefits. While in […] The post Finstad Hosts Roundtable Discussion with VA Secretary, Southern Minnesota Veterans first appeared on United States Congressman Brad Finstad.

Banks uses Wong Kim Ark exceptions to deny birthright citizenship to birth tourists and children of illegal immigrants Click the here to read the full story from Fox News Digital or read below. EXCLUSIVE: Sen. Jim Banks will introduce legislation Monday aimed at ending birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants and birth tourists by defining them as children of […]

Freedom Caucus presses House leadership for a vote to make Trump’s border policies law Washington Times George Caldwell | July 13th, 2026 The House Freedom Caucus wants the chamber’s GOP leaders to tee up a vote to codify President Trump’s immigration policies before the midterm elections in November, giving Republicans a major win by ensuring […] The post Freedom Caucus presses House leadership for a vote to make Trump’s border policies law appeared first on Cloud.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This afternoon, Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Citizenship Act of 2026 to end birthright citizenship for the children of illegal aliens and birth tourists. The legislation codifies President Trump’s January 20, 2025 Executive Order declaring that the United States is under invasion by illegal aliens. The bill responds to President Trump’s call for Congress to act on […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the Senate reconvenes, Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) is continuing his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration by cosponsoring three pieces of legislation to strengthen immigration enforcement, protect American workers, and close the loopholes that fueled the border invasion under President Biden.  These bills would require all employers to verify new hires are […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Gillian Turner on Fox News Sunday to discuss the impact and legacy of the late Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and the ongoing strikes and negotiations in Iran. Click the image above for full discussion. Key Excerpts: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “I met Lindsey Graham about a dozen years ago when […]

WASHINGTON, DC – Senator Alan Armstrong (R-OK) today released a new video outlining his agenda to reform America’s broken permitting system and get the nation building again. Drawing on decades of experience in the energy industry, Armstrong explains how regulatory delays and litigation are holding back economic growth, energy development, critical infrastructure, and America’s ability […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator Alan Armstrong (R-OK) joined Bloomberg TV’s “Balance of Power” to remember the late Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), who passed away suddenly over the weekend.

GAINESVILLE, GA — Today, Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) invited Georgians throughout the Ninth District to participate in “America 250: Through Our Eyes,” a community photo exhibit in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. “As we continue celebrating America 250 this year, I’m excited to invite my fellow Northeast Georgians to capture and share images depicting what our country and this major milestone means to them,” said Clyde. “I encourage folks to take part in this unique opportunity, and I look forward to seeing everyone’s patriotic photos.” America 250: Through Our Eyes | How to Partici

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded a Hurricane Helene-related grant of $1,203,957 to the Commonwealth of Virginia. This funding will support repairs to a 160-feet long and 14-feet wide bridge in Damascus, Virginia, that was lifted off its foundations and washed downstream as a result of intense flooding from Hurricane Helene. In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Hurricane Helene’s impact continues to be felt in Virginia’s Ninth District. “This FEMA grant for more

WASHINGTON — Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) officially announced his candidacy to serve as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. Rep. Jackson brings decades of military service and national security leadership to the race. A retired United States Navy Rear Admiral with 25 years of service, he currently serves as Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee's Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, where he oversees some of the nation's most important defense and intelligence capabilities. He also currently serves as a member of the House Permanent Select Comm

Washington, D.C. — The Utah federal delegation welcomes President Trump's action modifying the boundaries of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. This decision represents a return to an appropriate application of the Antiquities Act as Congress intended. When Congress passed the Antiquities Act in 1906, it authorized presidents to protect historic and scientific objects by reserving only "the smallest area compatible with the proper care and management of the objects to be protected." The law was never intended to place millions of acres under monument designation w

WASHINGTON — One year after President Trump signed the Working Families Tax Cuts into law, hardworking American families across the nation are paying lower taxes and keeping more of what they earn – outcomes the legislation was written to achieve. Democrats unanimously opposed these transformational tax provisions for working families, instead voting for a $5 trillion tax hike – the largest in history. However, despite Congressional Democrats’ vehement and unanimous opposition and state-level Democrat attempts to actually block implementation of these tax provisions, many Democrats are now cla

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) introduced the Freedom to Build Act to lower housing costs and eliminate the "bureaucrat tax", the hidden cost per new build caused by regulatory delays and red tape. The Freedom to Build Act directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to establish a voluntary "Freedom to Build" designation for localities nationwide. This initiative recognizes and rewards communities that make regulatory reforms. Certified localities will receive priority consideration for existing HUD housing grants. "Government overregulation has created a

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2025 Sheehy’s Bipartisan VA Home Loan Awareness Act Becomes Law U.S. SENATE – Senator Tim Sheehy’s bipartisan VA Home Loan Awareness Act has officially become law as part of the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, marking a major victory for veterans and military families across the country. The legislation, the first […]

Today, Rep. French Hill (AR-02), Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, held a press conference to celebrate his bill, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, becoming law. The bipartisan, bicameral bill is the first major housing legislation in decades. It cuts red tape, increases housing supply, and makes homeownership more attainable for families across Arkansas and the nation. The bill passed the Senate 85-14 and the House 358-32. Rep Hill said, "When I first ran for Congress, I set out to author and pass legislation that improves the lives of central Arkansans and prove that Wa

Washington, D.C. – 7/11/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) celebrated the enactment of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, landmark bipartisan legislation that will help address the nation’s severe housing shortage and lower costs for American families. The United States faces a shortage of as many as 8 million housing units. Regulatory delays and outdated zoning have worsened the crisis, while small and midsize banks that finance new construction have struggled under heavy regulatory burdens. WATCH: REP LAWLER DEBATES IN FAVOR OF 21ST CENTURY ROAD TO HOUSING ACT ON HOUSE FLOOR The 2

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04) introduced the Less Bureaucracy, Better Tribal Education Act (H.R. 9604), legislation that permanently moves federal Native education and workforce training programs out of the Department of Education and into the Department of the Interior, the agency that already carries the federal trust responsibility to Tribal communities. The […] The post Owens Introduces the Less Bureaucracy, Better Tribal Education Act appeared first on Burgess Owens.

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Pennsylvania pavilion was named top state exhibit during America’s 250th Anniversary celebration on the National Mall – a win Senators McCormick and Fetterman say belongs to all of Pennsylvania. WASHINGTON — Pennsylvania was recognized as one of the top state pavilions at America’s 250th birthday celebration, receiving one of the event’s “Best in Show” honors during the […]

Rep. David Schweikert recognized two AZ-01 students for earning the Congressional Award Gold Medal after completing more than 400 hours...

WASHINGTON – One year ago, Senator Dave McCormick convened the inaugural Pennsylvania Energy and Innovation Summit in Pittsburgh, where leading companies in energy and artificial intelligence announced more than $90 billion in investments, including approximately $50 billion in energy and power projects and $40 billion in data centers, in addition to millions for workforce and AI training. […]

11 days. 32 stops. 26 counties. Over 2,000 miles. One mission: hearing directly from Pennsylvanians. WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) recently completed an 11-day, 32-stop tour across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, marking the milestone of visiting all 67 counties in the Commonwealth since taking office. In total, his 67-county visit included 297 official stops across the […]

“The $25 million applied for was the maximum the region could get under the program, with leaders crediting U.S. Sen. Jon Husted for pushing the project.” COLUMBUS – An article from the Cincinnati Business Courier highlights Sen. Jon Husted’s (R-Ohio) efforts to secure $25 million in federal funding for the Fort Washington Way Project, a transformational infrastructure […]

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Rob Schmitt Tonight on Newsmax to discuss Graham Platner, the state of Democratic Party leadership, and the Democrats’ leftward shift. Click the image above for full discussion. Key Excerpts: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Platner, what a dirt bag that guy is, and everybody knew it, the Democrats knew it, Republicans knew it, the voters in Maine […]

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined The Hugh Hewitt Show on Salem News Channel to discuss the importance of fighting for President Trump’s agenda and the SAVE America Act. Click the image above for full discussion. Key Excerpts: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “It shows the contrast between us and them. And the biggest contrast, by the way, in polling just over […]

By Mark Magnier Published July 10, 2026 at 11:16 AM The heads of a US Congressional committee and a commission focused on China have called on the Justice Department to fully investigate a break-in and reported vandalism at a California museum commemorating the Tiananmen Square crackdown. “The Justice Department and FBI should investigate vandalism at the [June 4th Memorial Museum] to protect the inalienable rights of the Chinese diaspora seeking freedom in the United States,” said a three-page letter delivered to the agency on Thursday. The note was signed by John Moolenaar, a Republican from

A core pillar of the economy for Virginia’s Ninth District is agriculture. Whether they raise corn or cattle, cut timber or Christmas trees, agricultural producers all play a vital role in rural America’s success. Thanks to our agricultural communities, we can deliver fresh produce, supply grocery stores, feed American families, spur small business economic activity, support local communities and so much more. Given these meaningful contributions, I explore opportunities in Congress to support America’s agricultural sector. Often that means voting for better federal policy. In April, I voted f

Today, Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act, legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the Hmong people in recognition of their extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and loyalty to the United States during the Vietnam War. The legislation pays tribute to the thousands of Hmong soldiers who courageously fought alongside American forces against communist aggression and celebrates the lasting legacy and contributions of Hmong Americans across the United States. "The Hmong people stood shoulder to shoulder with the United States in defense of

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Washington, D.C. – 7/10/26… Today, Congressman Lawler (NY-17) introduced a resolution congratulating the New York Knicks, the 2026 National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals Champions, securing the team’s first NBA title since 1973 after winning in five games against the San Antonio Spurs. The resolution recognizes the Knicks’ historic championship run and the team’s remarkable postseason performance, including a 16-3 playoff record, historic comeback victories, and the leadership of Jalen Brunson, the 2026 NBA Finals' Captain and Most Valuable Player. “For generations of New Yorkers, we’ve

Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) joined Jason Hsu, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, to discuss the importance of securing American data. The discussion centered on Rep. Moran’s Deterring Adversarial Access to Americans’ Data Act,key legislation preventing federal tax incentives from supporting foreign adversary-controlled technologies — a gap that currently allows companies doing business with Chinese-controlled platforms to claim billions in U.S. tax benefits. “Every day that adversarial nations can freely harvest Americans’ personal data, they gain ground in a competition that wil

Pearl River, N.Y. – 7/10/26… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced guidance extending the validity of employment authorization documents for eligible Haitian TPS beneficiaries. Instead of expiring today, documents will remain valid until July 24, 2026. This decision comes after Rep. Lawler advocated for an extension directly with the Trump Administration, highlighting the importance of an orderly transition for Haitians on TPS, many of whom serve as essential healthcare workers and other cri

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Kudlow on Fox Business Network to discuss the importance of codifying President Trump’s America First agenda, Reconciliation 3.0, military funding, and the SAVE America Act. Click the image above for full discussion. Key Excerpts: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Cutting capital gains tax is good for working-class Americans, the Trump voters that we need to show up in November to keep […]

Advocates For Collegiate Athletes’ Health and Wellbeing WASHINGTON — During a House Ways and Means Committee hearing on federal tax policy’s impact on college and professional athletes, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, questioned a panel of sports, tax and economic experts on the health impacts on athletes and […]

Senator McCormick backs critical transportation investment to improve safety, reduce congestion, and strengthen regional economic growth in Western Pennsylvania. WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy urging the Department of Transportation to give full and favorable consideration to Butler County’s application for funding through the Nationally […]