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Murray: “More fish—fewer tariffs and fewer wars.” ICYMI: Murray Introduces Bill to End Trump’s Trade War with Canada & Lower Costs, Slams Trump’s Latest Tariffs as “Economic Arson” Murray has been a longstanding champion of the maritime industry, consistently securing key federal funding increases under tough fiscal conditions; Murray also recently established the first-ever seafood […] The post In Bellingham, Senator Murray Hears How Trump’s Trade War with Canada and War in Iran Are Driving Up Costs for the Maritime Industry; Murray Pushes Bill to End Trade War with Canada, Continues to Press

“Trump Accounts, as currently implemented, actually make the problem worse, and that’s what we would expect from an Administration that... The post Pressley in Hearing: Trump Accounts Fail at Closing Wealth Gap and Addressing Affordability Crisis appeared first on Ayanna Pressley.

FAYETTEVILLE, NC - Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) announced today the City of Fayetteville and the Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority (FMHA) have been awarded a $25,115,578 grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the Fiscal Year 2025 Choice Neighborhoods Implementation (CNI) Grant program. The grant will support the transformation of the Murchison Townhouses public housing community into the new mixed-income Murchison Choice Neighborhood. “This is a major investment in the future of Fayetteville and, most importantly, in the families who call Mu

WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) pressed U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence during a House Veterans Affairs Committee hearing on the VA’s plans to give Oracle an additional $17 billion for the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) program. Budzinski, who has been overseeing the VA’s EHRM program as Ranking Member of the […] The post $27 Billion and Counting: Budzinski Demands Answers from VA Admin on Exploding Oracle Costs appeared first on Nikki Budzinski.

Washington, DC – As deaths and serious injuries from nitrous oxide abuse continue to rise across the nation, a grassroots coalition of parents and family members from across America traveled to Washington, D.C., to demand federal action against the addictive chemical and urge support of the bipartisan Nitrous Oxide Safety... The post Nationwide Coalition of Parents Travel to D.C. to Demand Congress Take Action on Nitrous Oxide appeared first on Congressman Kevin Mullin.

Washington, D.C. — The House Committee on Veterans Affairs formally welcomed Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) to two subcommittees today, unanimously adopting a resolution to appoint Goodlander to the Subcommittee on Health and Subcommittee on Technology Modernization. Goodlander served as an intelligence officer in the United States Navy Reserve for more than a decade and also serves on […] The post Goodlander Joins House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittees on Health and Technology Modernization appeared first on Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander.

Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Kevin Kiley (I-CA) testified before the House Rules Committee and proposed a change that would enable a Member of Congress who does not belong to either party caucus or conference to serve fully on House standing committees. This would restore the historical practice, which was changed in the 1970s and […] The post Rep. Kiley Proposes Change to House Rules to Assure Committee Seats for Independent Members appeared first on Kevin Kiley.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40) questioned witnesses during a House Financial Services Committee hearing titled “Strengthening the American Economy,” highlighting her work to protect Americans’ hard-earned money from fraud, expand investment in affordable housing and keep the United States at the forefront of financial innovation. Rep. Kim raised concerns about the growing […] The post Rep. Young Kim Highlights Work to Strengthen U.S. Economy first appeared on Congresswoman Young Kim.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, MS NOW’s Morning Joe reported that Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, sent letters to Attorney General Todd Blanche, Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Kash Patel, and Chief of the National Guard General Steven Nordhaus asking for a written response and commitment to keep federal forces and law enforcement agents out of the midterm elections. Slotkin […] The post After Top General Says No Troops at Our Polls, Slotkin Seeks Same Assurances from DOJ, DHS/ICE, FBI a

(As submitted for the record) President Trump has spent his term running the economy into the ground. Despite bold promises to deliver for the people on lower prices and abundant jobs and opportunity, he has brought the opposite. He abandoned his promises to chase a relentless campaign of war, chaos, and self-enrichment. All the American […]

Welch delivered remarks at this year’s Vermont Agricultural Hall of Fame awards ceremony ESSEX JUNCTION, VT — U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today delivered remarks at the Vermont Agricultural Hall of Fame’s awards ceremony to celebrate this year’s inductees and discuss the future of the agricultural industry in Vermont. In his remarks, Senator Welch highlighted how Vermont agriculture is […]

Senator Merkley will provide a brief update about the extent of corruption and discuss proposed solutions, before turning to attendees to discuss the impact of corruption and why it must be stopped. Medford ‘Stop the Corruption Town Hall Meeting’ Date: September 10, 2026 Time: 5:15 pm PT Location: Abraham Lincoln Elementary – Gym 3101 McLoughlin […] The post Medford ‘Stop the Corruption Town Hall Meeting’ – 9/10/26 appeared first on Merkley.

Senator Merkley will provide a brief update about the extent of corruption and discuss proposed solutions, before turning to attendees to discuss the impact of corruption and why it must be stopped. Springfield ‘Stop the Corruption Town Hall Meeting’ Date: September 10, 2026 Time: 12:45 pm PT Location: Bob Keefer Center – Wood Courts Gym […] The post Springfield ‘Stop the Corruption Town Hall Meeting’ – 9/10/26 appeared first on Merkley.

Senator Merkley will provide a brief update about the extent of corruption and discuss proposed solutions, before turning to attendees to discuss the impact of corruption and why it must be stopped. Portland ‘Stop the Corruption Town Hall Meeting’ Date: September 10, 2026 Time: 9:00 am PT Location: East Portland Community Center – Gym 740 […] The post Portland ‘Stop the Corruption Town Hall Meeting’ – 9/10/26 appeared first on Merkley.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led 12 members of the House in introducing the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, which will reestablish the National Equal Pay Enforcement Task Force. According to the National Women’s Law Center, women stand to lose $542,800 over the course of a 40-year career. For Black women, […] The post Congresswoman Nikema Williams Reintroduces the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act appeared first on Nikema Williams.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) announced that Nevada will be receiving more than $1.5 million in federal funding that she helped secure to lower energy costs for hardworking families. This funding comes from the Weatherization Assistance Program, which helps American families save money on their energy bills through cost-effective measures, such as […] The post Rosen Helps Secure Funding to Lower Energy Costs for Nevada Families appeared first on Jacky Rosen.

WASHINGTON – Following President Trump’s latest tariffs, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) and 12 of their Senate colleagues introduced the End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act, legislation that would revoke and refund Trump’s newest barrage of tariffs, and rein in the president’s tariff authority by repealing the archaic authorities he has used to continue […]

Ahead of Labor Day, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) announced the Don’t Stand for Taking Employed Americans’ Livings (Don’t STEAL) Act, which would make large-scale wage theft a felony nationwide. Representative Seth Magaziner (D-RI-02) and 28 cosponsors have introduced companion legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Working Americans deserve to take home every penny […] The post Gillibrand Announces Bill To Make Large-Scale Wage Theft A Felony Nationwide appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

EMERADO, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today showcased North Dakota’s unmanned aerial systems (UAS) ecosystem for Undersecretary of the Army Michael Obadal in a bid to demonstrate how Army counter-drone research […]

Newark, DE — Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, joined Delaware state leaders last week to sign Senate Bill 301 (SB 301)— requiring in-state hospitals to create discharge plans for pregnant patients experiencing labor symptoms. SB 301 models the Women Expansion of Learning and Labor Safety […]

Above: Gottheimer attends a wreath-laying ceremony at the Pentagon Memorial with other House Intelligence members. ARLINGTON, VA — Yesterday, Tuesday, September 1, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) attended a wreath-laying ceremony at the Pentagon Memorial to honor the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, in advance of the 25th anniversary. The Congressman joined […] The post PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Attends Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Pentagon 9/11 Memorial Ahead of 25th Anniversary of September 11th appeared first on Josh Gottheimer.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As President Trump continues to ignore skyrocketing costs and hit American families with a new round of tariffs, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Member of the Senate Finance Committee, joined Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and 12 Senate colleagues in introducing the End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act to stop the president’s newest global tariffs and 50% tariffs on Canada and curtail his ability to continue waging a unilateral trade war. The Senators’ new legislation […]

Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew responded to findings from a federal audit of Atlantic City Electric (ACE) that found the company overbilled customers and made errors related to federal tax law. "For years, we have been saying something was wrong with what people in South Jersey were paying for electricity," said Congressman Van Drew. "We were told that we were crazy and that there was nothing to see here. We held public hearings on the issue, we pushed ACE for answers, we challenged the explanations we were being given, and when the numbers still did not add up, I asked FERC to s

It was an honor to stand on hallowed ground at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and pay tribute to the 40 passengers and crew members who gave their lives to save others on September 11, 2001. Their courage and sacrifice are a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the American people. As we approach the 25th anniversary of 9/11, I was humbled to join my colleagues on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence for a roundtable discussion with the families of the heroes of Flight 93 and first responders. As a member of the House Intelligence C

WASHINGTON — This week, after funding the federal government and preventing another Democrat shutdown, House Republicans offered two commonsense measures to condemn socialism and preserve the integrity of the Supreme Court. Predictably, an overwhelming majority of House Democrats voted against both. “House Democrats just confirmed that socialism and the communist playbook are on the ballot this November. 192 House Democrats voted against a resolution condemning socialism, communism, and the 100 million deaths those dangerous ideologies have wrought over time, while an additional 205 Democrats

Rep. Brittany Pettersen is reupping her push to allow new parents to vote by proxy in the House, centering the issue ahead of the 120th Congress after the same bipartisan effort fizzled last year. The Colorado Democrat and a bipartisan group of lawmakers will make the case for brand new moms and dads to vote remotely on House bills at a House Rules Committee member day hearing Wednesday morning, she said during an interview Tuesday in her office. Currently, no form of proxy voting is available for any House lawmaker, including new parents. “I am the 13th voting member to give birth while servi

For Immediate Release Contact: massie.press@mail.house.gov Contact #: 202-225-3465 Washington, D.C.- Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) announces the introduction of H.R. 10221, the Flock-Off Act. The legislation responds to Americans' concerns about the growing surveillance state by prohibiting the use of federal funds to purchase, install, maintain, operate, or upgrade automated license plate readers (ALPRs) and biometric surveillance cameras. Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) is co-leading the legislation. "The federal government shouldn’t provide 'security' grants to cities and police departments that have

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Congressman Nathaniel Moran brought East Texas foster care groups and advocates together in Tyler to discuss the Fostering the Future Act, a bill that would reform the federal John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood, for current and former foster youth, ages 14 to 21. “The best ideas don’t come from DC. They come from local individuals, the neighbors that are loving on neighbors, the people that are involved in the trench work to help these kids and to love on these kids,” Moran said. The Chafee program was created in 1999. The Fostering

Congressman Scott Franklin (FL-18) today announced he secured $2.9 million for Florida Polytechnic University to establish a new Public Service Applied Innovation Laboratory (PSAIL). “Florida Poly is doing important work to prepare the next generation of American innovators and tackle real-world challenges in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and public safety,” said Congressman Scott Franklin. “As a member of the House Appropriations Committee, I’m pleased we were able to secure $2.9 million to help build on that work. This investment will give students valuable hands-on experience, stre