Higgins, Carter Pass Bipartisan TWICE Act to Fill Transportation Workforce Needs

Passed bipartisan TWICE Act to improve transportation worker credential access for returning citizens.

“A man’s character shouldn’t be measured by how he falls, it should be measured by how he stands back up.”

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Higgins Leads Week of Oversight to Investigate Cartel Trafficking of Migrant Children and DOJ’s Posture Toward Firearm Suppressors

Higgins led oversight roundtables on cartel trafficking of migrant children and DOJ firearm suppressor prosecutions.

“Today we turn to the engine that has powered this crisis from the start: the cartels who built a multi-billion-dollar business around trafficking children, and the financial networks that keep their profits moving”

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Higgins Introduces Bills to Protect America’s Elders from Financial Exploitation and Government Error

Higgins introduced two bills to protect seniors from financial exploitation and government overpayment errors.

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Higgins Celebrates Groundbreaking of Advanced Air Mobility Pilot Program at Houma-Terrebonne Airport

Celebrated groundbreaking of advanced air mobility pilot program at Louisiana airport.

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Higgins Urges President Trump to Direct Army Corps Action on the Vermilion River in Conjunction with UL-Lafayette, Renews Call for Civil Works Reform

Urged President Trump to direct Army Corps of Engineers to dredge Vermilion River.

“After the historic 2016 flood that impacted more than 7,000 structures across Acadiana, I facilitated the Corps and top researchers at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to develop an objective hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of spot dredging the Vermilion River.”

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Honoring the Champagne Family and 100 Years of Champagne's Marche

Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Champagne family and celebrate the 100th anniversary of Champagne's Marche, a family-owned business that has served the people of Louisiana with exceptional service for three generations exemplifying a commitment to family and community. One hundred years ago,…

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Higgins Qualifies for Reelection to U.S. House, Pledges to Continue to Deliver for Louisiana

Announced reelection qualification and pledged to continue advancing America First agenda.

“This week, I am honored to announce that I have officially qualified for reelection in Louisiana’s Third Congressional District.”

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Higgins Works with Louisiana Farm Bureau to Modernize USDA Program

Introduced bill to raise USDA Commodity Credit Corporation borrowing authority from $30 billion to $45 billion.

“With the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation’s strong advocacy behind it, the Defend American Agriculture Act will help ensure our farmers can keep food on Americans’ tables”

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Higgins Outlines Strategy to Pass the SAVE America Act through Senate

Urged Senate to pass voter ID and citizenship documentation requirements legislation.

“Conservatives in the House of Representatives consider the SAVE America Act to be a non-negotiable, nation-saving piece of legislation. When polled, mandatory voter ID is repeatedly supported by over 70 percent of Americans. Yet some Senators seem indifferent to the will of the American people.”

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Higgins Asks FBI to Examine Orleans Parish Grand Jury Indictment of LA AG Murrill

Requested FBI investigation into Louisiana Attorney General's indictment.

“disturbing defects in the grand jury proceedings and in the trial court’s handling of those proceedings.”

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Higgins Secures Louisiana Wins in FY27 National Defense Authorization Act

Secured $411 million in FY27 NDAA for Louisiana military projects and shipbuilding.

“This year’s NDAA strengthens America’s standing as the most powerful military force the world has ever known. President Trump has brought new meaning to the term ‘Peace Through Strength.’ This legislation provides American warfighters with the tools they need to win in any conflict, anywhere around the world.”

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Higgins’ Legislation Cracking Down on Toxic Foreign Imports Passes House

Announced House passage of bill authorizing FDA to destroy hazardous imported products.

“The House is prioritizing the health and safety of the American people by ensuring that predatory foreign actors are not offloading harmful products at our ports”

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Higgins’ Legislation Naming Lafayette VA Clinic after Veteran Rodney C. Hamilton Sr. Passes House

House passed legislation designating Lafayette VA clinic after veteran Rodney C. Hamilton Sr.

“Rodney Hamilton dedicated his life and career in service to the United States of America and our Veterans. His lifelong advocacy made it possible to establish Lafayette’s state-of-the-art VA clinic, and it is fitting that every Veteran assisted by this clinic will know his name”

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Higgins Reintroduces Legislation to Combat Computer-Generated Comment Abuse in Federal Rulemaking

Reintroduced bill requiring human verification for federal rulemaking comments.

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Higgins Announces Lafayette Student as Winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition

Announced Lafayette homeschool student as winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition.

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Higgins Urges Federal Investigation Into Los Angeles Election Fraud Allegations, Calls for Funding Freeze

Sent letter urging federal investigation into Los Angeles election fraud and funding freeze.

“As the Department of Justice (DOJ) continues to investigate alleged election fraud in California, I urge your administration to pause all federal funding to Los Angeles, including federal projects and grants, until the investigation is complete”

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Higgins Urges Nation to ‘Stand Back Up in the Glory of God’ in House Floor Speech

Delivered House floor speech celebrating National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving.

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Higgins, Nehls Legislation to Protect American Shrimpers from Taxpayer-Funded Foreign Competition Passes House

Celebrated House passage of Save Our Shrimpers Act restricting taxpayer-funded foreign seafood competition.

“Domestic shrimpers have been undercut by foreign competitors who often receive U.S. taxpayer dollars by way of international financial institutions. This legislation orders an end to American subsidization of foreign seafood production”

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Higgins Leads Effort to Initiate Investigation into Foreign Seafood Importers Engaging in Harmful Trade Practices

Sent letter requesting Section 301 investigation into unfair foreign seafood trade practices.

“Time and again I hear from Louisiana Farm Bureau members who have a simple request of their lawmakers: help us do business on a level playing field. Congressmen Carter and Congressman Higgins clearly have heard that plea and are raising their voices for us in a big way.”

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Higgins Introduces Legislation to Close “Made in America” Loophole in Law Enforcement Body Armor

Introduced legislation requiring body armor sold to law enforcement to contain domestically produced fibers.

“Federal law enforcement should wear ballistic armor made in America, not China. This is a national security issue, as well as a matter of integrity in government procurement. As chairman of the Oversight Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement, I will continue to stand with the Thin Blue Line.”

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Higgins Announces Additional $27M for Hurricane Recovery Projects in South Louisiana

Announced $27.4 million in FEMA funding for hurricane recovery projects in Louisiana.

“DHS Secretary Mullin is a friend, and he is working with President Trump to ensure that communities in South Louisiana are properly looked after. My office will continue to work side by side with our federal partners to ensure necessary resources are delivered.”

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Higgins Urges Oversight Committee to Rescind Bondi Subpoena

Urged House Oversight Committee to rescind subpoena to former Attorney General Pam Bondi.

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Higgins Earns Perfect 100% Rating on Heritage Action Scorecard

Achieved 100% rating on Heritage Action Scorecard for conservative voting record.

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Higgins Calls for Major Reforms to Army Corps Civil Works Mission

Called for reforms to Army Corps of Engineers civil works mission.

“The Army Corps is hoarding tens of billions of dollars that have been appropriated and allocated but remain unspent. The current model feeds study after study, while projects get delayed, construction costs increase, and navigation benefits and flood protection go undelivered.”

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Higgins Helps Secure $772,800 for Port of Morgan City Equipment Upgrades

Announced $772,800 Department of Transportation grant for Port of Morgan City crane equipment.

“The Port of Morgan City is a major economic asset to the surrounding region, and the new crane project makes it even more competitive”

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