Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued a statement after the House passed H.R. 2071, the Save Our Shrimpers Act. Higgins introduced the bill in March 2025 alongside Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX). The legislation directs the United States to oppose taxpayer-funded projects that bankroll foreign shrimp farming and processing.  Read the bill text here.  “Domestic […] The post Higgins, Nehls Legislation to Protect American Shrimpers from Taxpayer-Funded Foreign Competition Passes House first appeared on Congressman Clay Higgins.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) introduced a resolution recognizing the service and sacrifice of America’s law enforcement officers during National Police Week. The resolution expresses support for police officers across the country, honors those killed or injured in the line of duty, and calls for increased resources for law enforcement. “Law enforcement officers run toward […]

Establishing the NAIRR as a shared national research infrastructure will give students, researchers and workers access to resources to advance safe AI development, drive innovation and strengthen America’s leadership in emerging technologies.” WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Sens. Todd Young (R-Ind.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and Cory Booker’s (D-N.J.) Creating Resources […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and John Hickenlooper (D-Col.) introduced the Medical Device Electronic Labeling Act. This bill would let patients access their medical device labels and instructions online, while preserving the option to request paper versions free of charge, for those who still want paper. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Patients should be able to access their medical device […]

GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today announced that AeroVironment has been awarded a $43 million contract by the Test Resource Management Center (TRMC) to equip Range Hawks with […]

WASHINGTON—House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) joined House Republicans to highlight legislation supporting law enforcement officers and reaffirm House Republicans’ commitment to public safety during National Police Week. Remarks as prepared for delivery: Good morning everyone. This week is National Police Week. And House Republicans are making something very clear: We Back the Blue. Not just with words. With action. Because while too many Democrats demonize police officers, excuse violent criminals, and side with chaos, Republicans are standing with the men and women

I’ll keep doing my part to make sure every driver on our interstates is qualified, vetted, and accountable, so that what happened to those three families in August never happens to another family on the Treasure Coast.

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) introduced the bipartisan Supporting Newborn Parents Act of 2026 to create a newborn tax credit, separate from the existing Child Tax Credit (CTC), to help new families cover the significant costs associated with welcoming a child. In the United States, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care alone can cost families thousands of dollars, and expenses during a child's first year of life can exceed $17,000—especially in California. This legislation would provide immediate, targeted relief to help ease the financial burden on parents during

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In case you missed it, today, Congressman Cline (R-VA) introduced the Servicemember Payment Data Privacy and Security Act to ensure federal facilities are not using any Chinese hardware in point-of-sale technology, limiting the exposure and infiltration by foreign adversaries like the Chinese Communist Party. House GOP’s Cline Moves to Ban Use of Foreign Point-of-Sale Tech Bloomberg Government By: Rachel Schilke The Defense Department would be barred from using point-of-sale technology owned and operated by companies connected to “foreign adversaries” under a bill Re

WASHINGTON – Congressman Lance Gooden (TX-05) introduced the Protecting American Railroad Workers Jobs Act, legislation to close a dangerous loophole that allows foreign rail crews to operate deep into the United States—undermining American jobs and weakening border security. Under current policy, foreign rail crews can bypass crew changes and safety inspections at the U.S.-Mexico border, taking work from American crews and creating vulnerabilities for drug smuggling. This bill restores long-standing protections by requiring trains entering the U.S. from Mexico to stop at the border for mandat

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1346—the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. Passed on a 218-203 vote, the bipartisan bill allows for permanent year-round sales of E15 (Unleaded 88) while making reasonable reforms to the Renewable Fuel Standard’s small refinery exemption program. The Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA) is thrilled with today’s vote, which is a win for corn farmers, rural communities, and U.S. drivers and recognizes that in order to deliver these wins, there are still legislative steps to be taken before it becomes law. The bill will ens

Today, U.S. Representatives Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ, 2), Ami Bera (D-CA, 6), and U.S. Senators John Boozman (R-AR) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced the launch of the Congressional International Exchanges Caucus. The members are launching this caucus to bolster engagement and support for international exchange programs, particularly those administered by the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). “International exchange programs are a smart investment in America’s future," said Congressman Van Drew. "They strengthen our relationships around the world and give peop

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jim Baird (IN-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 1346, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act: “For states like Indiana and districts like mine, this legislation is not just about fuel policy. Year-round E-15 nationwide will support the countless corn farmers in my district, strengthen our rural economies, and lower energy costs for hardworking families. This legislation will provide a strong, reliable market for corn farmers in Indiana, giving them more confidence to plan for the future. E-15 is also an Amer

Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) and Congressman Lou Correa (D-CA) introduced the Veterans Suicide Prevention and Care Enhancement Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at improving mental health outcomes for veterans and helping reduce veteran suicide rates by expanding access to evidence-based suicide prevention care. The legislation seeks to increase the number of Community Care Network providers who complete evidence-based suicide prevention training administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs while also creating a publicly available preferred provider list to help veterans ident

Washington, D.C. – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) led a group of lawmakers representing districts with significant cotton production in sending a letter to the Trump Administration calling for elimination of China's 10 percent tariff on American cotton as part of the ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations.  The letter thanks Ambassador Greer for his continued efforts to eliminate foreign trade barriers and open new market access for American farmers and ranchers while highlighting the critical importance of China as an export market for U.S. cotton.   “As you continue effor