Statements and posts
10 press releases and posts, newest first.
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McBath, Merkley, Brown Champion Legislation to Improve Educational Outcomes and Experiences
Introduced bill to increase federal funding for schools to reduce class sizes.
“Smaller class sizes help personalize education in ways that can fuel a child’s love of learning. When teachers have more opportunities for one-on-one time with their students, they can provide tailored instruction, individualized feedback, and the support each child needs to thrive.”
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Mentions H.R. 10631
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Led bipartisan resolution recognizing National Hazing Awareness Week.
“I have been honored to work with families and advocates to pass legislation to end campus hazing. I know what it’s like to lose a loved one, and no parent should ever have to bury their child.”
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Mentions H.R. 5646
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Introduced bipartisan resolution designating September 13-19, 2026 as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.
“Education is the key to opportunity. Our goal is to give all Americans, no matter their age, the chance to create the best possible lives for themselves.”
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Mentions H.Res. 1550
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Introduced bipartisan resolution honoring Connie Clery, campus safety advocate.
“I’m proud to lead this resolution in Connie Clery’s name alongside my colleagues. After the horrific assault and murder of their daughter Jeanne, Connie and Howard turned their grief into action and passed the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 into law, which was renamed the ‘Jeanne Clery Campus Safety…”
Campus Sexual Assault Prevention and Survivor SupportAI-read
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McBath Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Market
Introduced bipartisan bill to increase transparency in prescription drug pricing.
“Families in Georgia and across this country are struggling with the high cost of prescription drugs. Convoluted PBM bidding practices have continued far too long without the safeguards in place to protect patients.”
Prescription Drug PricingAI-read
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Today, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report on the Department of Defense’s (DOD) use of Intergovernmental Support Agreements (IGSAs) to obtain services from state and local governments and the impact on the…
“After hearing from workers in Georgia, I partnered with Ranking Member Scott to examine the increasing number of Intergovernmental Support Agreements on military bases across the country. 3 out of the 5 of the jobs examined in the report paid workers less than they would have under the Service Contract Act. The…”
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Today, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15) introduced the FEMA for Safe Recovery Act, legislation that strengthens federal disaster response by ensuring it is equipped to protect women, girls, and other…
“I’m proud to lead this effort to strengthen how our nation responds when natural disasters strike.”
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McBath, Harder Announce New Legislation to Scale Up Job Training Programs Across the U.S.
Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) announced new legislation to scale up local workforce development programs and kickstart a national job training model.
“I’m proud to lead the Better Jobs Through Evidence and Innovation Act alongside my colleagues, because there is more than one path to a successful career.”
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Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) is once again leading the Democratic members of Georgia’s congressional delegation in urging Governor Brian Kemp to allow Georgia families to participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA)…
“Summer EBT is one of the simplest tools we have to prevent child hunger, yet Georgia continues to reject it.”
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McBath Leads House Introduction of Bipartisan READ Act
Yesterday, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06) led the House introduction of the bipartisan and bicameral Reading Excellence and Achievement for Development (READ) Act, legislation which will address America’s literacy crisis using…
“One of my most treasured memories as a mother was instilling a love of reading in my son Jordan.”