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Congressman Scott Franklin issued the following statement after the House Appropriations Committee advanced the Fiscal Year 2027 Defense Appropriations Act, completing committee action on all 12 annual spending bills: “For too long, Congress has relied on continuing resolutions and massive year-end spending packages that limit transparency and prevent lawmakers from properly reviewing how taxpayer dollars are spent. Completing committee work on all 12 annual spending bills is an important step toward a more transparent and accountable funding process. “These bills reflect the priorities that m

Enough stalling from the Senate. This ends now. The American people have demanded we pass the SAVE AMERICA ACT. GET IT DONE. 🚨

WASHINGTON D.C. – America’s warfighters should be paid the same way members of Congress are. That is why Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) introduced the Combat Pay Protection Act this week. Combat pay has not increased since 2003. Currently, America’s warfighters’ combat pay amounts to only $7.50 per day, capped at $225 per month. That is barely enough to buy a large coffee while serving in harm’s way. This bill provides a one-time boost, followed by permanent annual increases, and covers numerous other hazardous duties, deployment-based, and special incentive pays that have not increased in ma

On Tuesday, June 30th, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission (TLHRC), will chair a congressional hearing on the worsening human rights situation in Cyprus following Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s rise to power. The hearing will examine the Government of Turkey’s Cyprus policies under President Erdoğan within the broader trends of foreign policy—including the human rights and humanitarian implications relating to nationalism—the ongoing closure of Turkey’s border with Armenia and genocide denial, support for Azerbaijan’s aggression against Nagorno

Whether it’s public lands or designated wilderness areas, the people of Idaho value recreation and have proven to be responsible stewards for generations. As a lifelong Idahoan and Chairman of the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee, I have worked long and hard to protect Idahoans’ way of life by preserving access to Idaho’s public lands and ensuring wilderness status provides the strongest possible protections for these lands. Public lands and wilderness areas serve as places for all Americans to enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, hunting, and camping. These recr

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) and members of the Texas Congressional Delegation urged President Trump to implement a whole-of-government strategy to fight outbreaks of the New World Screwworm. Following confirmed cases of the flesh-eating parasite across Texas, lawmakers warn that failure to contain the pest could cause catastrophic losses of up to $1.3 billion for the U.S. livestock industry. The letter is co-signed by Representatives Randy Weber (TX-14), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Nathaniel Moran (TX-01), Brian Babin (TX-36), Jodey Arrington (TX-19),

Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) today introduced the AI Incident Reporting Act, legislation that would create a federal framework requiring developers of the most advanced artificial intelligence models to report dangerous capabilities, security breaches, and safety incidents to the Secretary of Commerce. As AI systems grow more autonomous — capable of modifying their own behavior, evading human oversight, and accelerating their own development — the U.S. has had no clear and formal mechanism to learn when something goes wrong. This bill closes that gap. Under the legislation, the Departme

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) joined Reps. Vince Fong (CA-20), Jay Obernolte (CA-23), and members of the California delegation in sending a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom and California State Medicaid Director Tyler Sadwith expressing concerns about the state’s revised health care tax, which would raise healthcare costs for millions of Californians already struggling with the rising costs of healthcare. “I’m deeply concerned by the Newsom Administration’s decision to dramatically increase taxes on health plans serving working families, employees, and employers across C

In a 6-3 ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a major victory for gun rights. A Hawaii state law originally put unconstitutional restrictions on concealed carry gun owners. This ruling comes as Virginia begins to enforce a new state law effective July 1, 2026, which makes it a crime for any person to import, sell, manufacture, purchase or transfer an “assault firearm.” In response to the SCOTUS ruling and Governor Abigail Spanberger’s gun grab, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Second Amendment rights are fundamental to rural communities in Virginia’s

Bacon, Panetta Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Waive Overtime Pay Cap and Protect Federal Firefighters Washington, D.C. – Representative Don Bacon (NE-02) joined Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) today to introduce the Support Our Firefighters Act. This bipartisan legislation would waive the overtime cap for federal wildland firefighters and ensure they receive mandatory rest and recuperation time. The bill is also co-led by Reps. Jack Bergman (MI-01), Rob Bresnahan (PA-08), Josh Harder (CA-09), and Joe Neguse (CO-02). Federal wildland firefighters are subject to an annual compensation cap, wh

A Republican lawmaker ‌on Thursday proposed legislation that would require AI model developers to report dangerous capabilities, security breaches and safety incidents. The draft legislation, introduced by U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran of Texas, would mandate AI companies to report to the U.S. Commerce Department within seven days of discovering dangerous activity, with Commerce required to notify Congress within 48 hours of the most serious incidents. "It's a catch-it-early ⁠and sound-the-alarm bill," Moran said in an interview about the AI Incident Reporting Act. The bill comes as ever

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new federal funding for U.S. communities through the Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment and Cleanup grant program. The EPA awarded the City of Martinsville a $1 million Multipurpose grant to support brownfield inventories, planning, environmental assessments, community outreach and cleanup activities at a local brownfield site. Congressman Griffith continues to voice his support for the Brownfields Program, which delivers millions of dollars to Southwest Virginia communities to help with potential economic development projects. Followi

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security's Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, spoke in favor of his legislation, the I&A Mission Reorientation Act of 2026. The legislation was advanced out of the Committee on Homeland Security by a bipartisan vote. The "I&A Mission Reorientation Act of 2026" would update I&A’s statutory responsibility to clearly define its focus, reinforce accountability, and improve operational effectiveness. The legislation would strengthen information sharing with state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) pa

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) was selected by the America250 Congressional Caucus to decorate the State of Texas's scene for America's 250th Birthday Cake, a landmark commemorative project that will be displayed in Washington, D.C. for millions of visitors. Representing Texas's proud energy heritage, Congressman Pfluger decorated an oil derrick and pumpjack made entirely from modeling chocolate and finished with edible gold paint. The decoration will be incorporated into the final cake alongside representations from all 50 states and four U.S. territories. Joining Congres

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new federal funding for U.S. communities through the Brownfields Multipurpose, Assessment and Cleanup grant program. The EPA awarded Mount Rogers Planning District Commission, based in Marion, Virginia, a $1.5 million assessment grant to support brownfield inventories, planning, environmental assessments, and community outreach activities. Congressman Griffith continues to voice his support for the Brownfields Program, which delivers millions of dollars to Southwest Virginia communities to help with potential economic development project

Today, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-5) welcomed Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition, Sarah Mathey, to the U.S. Capitol. Mathey, a recent graduate of Bowling Green High School, joined fellow winners from across the country in Washington, DC, for the unveiling of their artwork displayed at the Capitol. Her piece, “Hometown,” will hang in the Capitol for the next year. “I am delighted to welcome Sarah to the U.S. Capitol for the unveiling of her artwork. Ohio’s Fifth District is home to tremendous talent, and I am proud that her piece will be displaye

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Energy advanced the Load Forecasting Enhancement Act (H.R. 9332), legislation introduced last week by Congressman Troy Balderson (OH-12) to help protect ratepayers and strengthen grid planning amid rapidly growing energy demand. The United States is experiencing unprecedented growth in electricity usage, driven by expanding manufacturing, electrification, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. At the same time, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation's (NERC) 2025 Long-Term Relia

Today, the House Committee on Education and Workforce advanced H.R. 4122, the Health Care for Energy Workers Act, to increase access to care for current and former energy workers. H.R. 4122 would benefit over 10,000 Georgia energy workers, including many employed at Plant Vogtle and the Savannah River Site. Specifically, this bipartisan, bicameral legislation, introduced by Representatives Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Lucy McBath (GA-06), would update the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act (EEOICPA) to allow nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) to o

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) held a hearing on how apprenticeships are a proven way to help workers acquire new skills, help employers build talent pipelines, and ensure our workforce can adapt to the demands of a changing economy. In his opening statement, Chairman […] The post HEARING RECAP: Owens Hearing on Apprenticeships in the Workforce appeared first on Burgess Owens.

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) grilled the Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service, David P. Steiner, in a Senate Homeland Security hearing over his agency’s dismal service and untimely mail delivery in Missouri. Senator Hawley also questioned why Postmaster General Steiner has accepted large bonuses for himself while Missourians’ mail fails to be […] The post Hawley Presses Postmaster General for Accountability for Undelivered Mail in Missouri appeared first on Josh Hawley.

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) held a press conference to introduce the Rural Hospital Emergency Room Guarantee Act, which would ensure Americans living in rural areas have access to top-notch and close-to-home healthcare. Senator Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) joins him as a lead cosponsor of this legislation. Nearly 200 rural hospitals have shut their doors since 2005, leaving millions stranded […] The post Hawley Introduces Groundbreaking Legislation to Fund Rural Hospitals, Ensure Access to Emergency Care appeared first on Josh Hawley.

“We must strongly recommit to defending truth: every life has inherent dignity and deserves protection” WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines today introduced a resolution commemorating the fourth anniversary of the historic Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which caused the historic overturn of Roe v. Wade. “Four years ago today was […] The post Daines Commemorates 4th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade’s Historic Overturn appeared first on Senator Steve Daines.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Carey (R-OH-15) and Emilia Sykes (D-OH-13) introduced bipartisan legislation to help improve pedestrian safety in rural, urban, and suburban communities. “The Columbus metro region has seen rapid population growth, but unfortunately our transportation and pedestrian infrastructure has not kept up,” said Rep. Carey. “I want to thank Representative […]

Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce held a legislative hearing on the bipartisan Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2025, legislation introduced by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) to accelerate the cleanup of abandoned hardrock mines across the country. The bill would codify...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation to modernize data collection on homeless populations in the United States. The PIT Count Modernization Act would update the methods used by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to measure homeless populations. This updated approach would allow federal and state governments to better assess homelessness programs and determine funding allocations. The post Barrasso Introduces Bill to Improve Homelessness Data Collection appeared first on John Barrasso.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40), a member of the House Financial Services Committee, participated in a hearing titled “The Future of Payments: Promoting Innovation and Fair Markets.” During the hearing, Rep. Kim discussed her legislation, the Payments Access and Consumer Efficiency (PACE) Act and how charter reform, faster settlement times, and access to Federal Reserve payment services […] The post Rep. Young Kim Highlights PACE Act, Payments Modernization at House Financial Services Hearing first appeared on Congresswoman Young Kim.

This morning, the House Administration Committee unanimously advanced the U.S. Capitol Police Empowerment Act, legislation introduced by Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) to authorize the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) to intercept drones that pose a risk to Capitol facilities. Although D.C. prohibits drone flights...

“Where a person lives should not determine whether they have access to high-quality medical care… That’s why, one year ago, Republicans passed the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Fund.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today celebrated how the Rural Health Transformation Fund is strengthening and expanding access to high-quality medical care ... Read more The post Barrasso Celebrates Historic Investment in Rural Healthcare appeared first on John Barrasso.

Washington D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40), member of the House Financial Services Committee, introduced the Review the Expansion of Government (REG) Act to bolster Congressional oversight of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The REG Act would require the SEC to consider the cumulative impact of related existing and proposed rules, ensuring regulators measure the full weight of their actions […] The post Rep. Young Kim Introduces REG Act to Rein in SEC Overregulation first appeared on Congresswoman Young Kim.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) delivered the following remarks on the Senate Floor, commemorating America’s 250th anniversary, celebrating the courage of our Founding Fathers, the sacrifices of generations of Americans, and the enduring spirit of the American people. Watch full floor remarks here. Read remarks as prepared below: “Mr. President, next week the country will be celebrating an incredible […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) and Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate June 22-26 “National Boys & Girls Club Week.” “Every kid deserves a real shot at a great future, and Boys & Girls Clubs deliver that every single day through afterschool and summer programs. As former […] The post Yakym, Scholten Introduce Bipartisan Resolution in Support of “National Boys & Girls Club Week” appeared first on Rudy Yakym.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.), Sen. Tim Sheehy (R-Mont.), and Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), sent a letter to President Trump expressing concerns about the proposed design for the Global War on Terror Memorial in Washington D.C. The letter argues that the abstract concepts of the Global War on Terror Memorial Foundation’s proposed design fail […]

Urges President Trump to Permanently Ban Export of American Horses for Slaughter WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Co-Chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus, led a letter signed by 17 members of Congress to President Donald J. Trump praising the Administration’s actions to suspend live horse exports to Mexico to combat the New World Screwworm threat and […]

Two-Day Summit Will Convene the Nation’s Top Defense, Technology, Finance and Government Leaders Driving the Next Era of Defense Innovation and Investment WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) today announced that President Donald J. Trump will headline the 2026 Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, on July 14 […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 23, 2025 Sheehy’s Bipartisan VA Home Loan Awareness Act Clears Congress, Headed to President Trump’s Desk U.S. SENATE – Tonight the U.S. House of Representatives advanced Senator Sheehy’s bipartisan VA Home Loan Awareness Act as part of a larger package of housing legislation, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The VA Home […]

Senator Alan Armstrong convened a bipartisan coalition of federal and state leaders alongside industry executives from energy, manufacturing, mining, and industrial sectors. The event, titled “Getting America Building Again: Permitting Reform and America’s Competitive Future,” brought together over 150 business leaders and policy experts to advance comprehensive permitting reform. Attendees included Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, […]

Last night, I joined 31 of my colleagues to STAND FIRM with President Trump in refusing to pass ANY SENATE BILLS until the SAVE America Act is passed. That included voting NO on Elizabeth Warren’s housing package. It wasn't conservative enough, added more Washington involvement, and failed to address the spending crisis. The American people demand the Senate be held ACCOUNTABLE!!

GAINESVILLE, GA — Last week, Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) honored Alexander Lee, Tanner Brannock, and Divya Tiwary during a signing ceremony celebrating their U.S. Service Academy appointments. Rep. Clyde proudly nominated all three Georgians for the prestigious appointments. Alexander Lee of Buford, GA | Peachtree Ridge High School | USMA Tanner Brannock of Dacula, GA | University of North Georgia | USAFA Divya Tiwary of Suwanee, GA | Georgia Military Academy | USAFA On Thursday, Rep. Clyde hosted Alexander, Tanner, Divya, and their families at his Gainesville District Office to recognize

Bacon, Kelly Lead Bill to Award Artemis II Crew the Congressional Gold Medal Read in USA TODAY: New effort in Congress would grant Artemis II astronauts rare honor Washington, D.C. – Representative Don Bacon (R-NE-02) and retired NASA astronaut and Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) today introduced the Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act to honor the four crewmembers of the historic Artemis II mission around the Moon. Cosponsors of the bill include Representatives George Whitesides (D-CA-27), Gabe Evans (R-CO-08), and Glenn Ivey (D-MD-04) and Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Jerry Moran (R-KS), Chri

Election integrity is the foundation of our Republic. Pass the SAVE America Act. Everything else can wait. The American people have demanded action, yet the Senate continues to stall out on President Trump's agenda.

On the fourth anniversary of the Supreme Court’s historic ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, and Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT) introduced companion resolutions (H.Res.1382) in both the House and the Senate to celebrate the reversal of the infamous Roe v. Wade decision. Smith’s and Daines’ resolutions call upon both chambers of Congress to passionately “[protect] the unalienable right to life,” strongly support new and expectant mothers and their children, and proudly “[proclaim] the humanity of the unborn,

WASHINGTON — This morning, at the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson addressed the New York primary elections and the socialist takeover of the Democrat Party. Speaker Johnson also addressed Republican efforts to advance a third reconciliation bill to continue lowering costs for working families. “These radical candidates are self-described, self-identifying Marxists. They want to fundamentally transform this country. And sadly, many of these Democrat candidates and their voters just don't have the same zeal and affection for America,” Speaker Johnson said. “T

🚨Tomorrow, I'll join fellow House Freedom Caucus members to demand action on what Americans voted for: President Trump's America First agenda. The House passed the Save America Act. President Trump has made clear he wants it on his desk. Senators, stop stalling.

Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), the Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission (TLHRC), highlighted recent reports that Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu—an imprisoned Azerbaijani economist and anti-corruption advocate, whom Smith sponsors through the Defending Freedoms Project—has been unable to obtain urgently needed medical testing and treatment for a potentially life-threatening condition. Dr. Ibadoghlu reportedly requires a contrast-enhanced CT scan to assess a potentially dangerous enlargement of his aorta. After waiting two weeks for a scheduled appointment on May 30th, he was turned away from Yeni

WASHINGTON, D.C. — June 24, 2026…Representatives Steve Womack (AR-3), Ed Case (HI-1), Bill Huizenga (MI-4), and Scott Peters (CA-50) today introduced the Budgeting for a Better America Act, aimed at reforming Congress’ broken budget process. This bill would require Congress to adopt a biennial budget framework, establish a bipartisan fiscal commission, and implement other good governance reforms. Representative Womack said, “Each year, Congress operates from the same broken blueprint when it comes to our budget process. These failures have compounded, leading to runaway debt and the impending