Cleaver, Fletcher, Sanders, 111 Colleagues Demand Trump Stop Illegally Blocking Solar for All

Demanded Trump administration restore $7 billion Solar for All clean energy program.

“Currently, nearly $7 billion that Congress allocated to slash utility bills, create jobs, and strengthen the electric grid is sitting idle in the EPA’s bank account instead of working to benefit American families”

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Two Federal Courts Rule Trump Administration’s Elimination of Solar For All Program Unlawful, Advancing the Effort of Congressman Cleaver, Congresswoman Fletcher, Senator Whitehouse, Senator Sanders, and Senator Merkley to Save the Program

Celebrated federal court rulings invalidating Trump administration's elimination of Solar for All program.

“I am pleased that multiple courts have affirmed our belief that the power of the purse belongs to people’s representatives, and that no administration has the unilateral power to defund programs authorized by Congress, including the Solar For All program enacted in 2022”

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House of Representatives Passes Water Resources Development Act with Multiple Priorities Secured by Rep. Cleaver

Secured water infrastructure funding for Missouri district in Water Resources Development Act.

“The investments made in this year’s WRDA legislation, including several infrastructure improvements I was able to secure for our congressional district, will lead to better protection for the Missouri River, cleaner water for Missouri families, and stronger economic development for communities throughout the region”

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Reps. Cleaver and Wagner Introduce Backlog Justice Act of 2026

Reintroduced bipartisan bill to address backlog of untested sexual assault kits.

“Too often, the trauma of sexual assault is made even more painful by delayed justice”

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Congressman Cleaver Votes for Legislation to Protect Missourians from Paying for Development of Data Centers

Voted for Ratepayer Protection Act to shield Missouri families from data center energy costs.

“At a time when Missouri families are already struggling to stay afloat, they should not have to bear the costs of data center development in the form of higher energy bills at the end of every month”

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Quindaro Townsite National Historic Landmark Act Receives Hearing in Natural Resources Committee

Introduced bipartisan bill to designate Quindaro Townsite as National Historic Landmark.

“The history of the Quindaro Townsite is an important piece of the story of Kansas City that must be told for generations to come”

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Congressman Cleaver Votes to Pass Bipartisan Funding Bill, Avoid Another Government Shutdown

Voted for continuing resolution to fund government through December 11.

“Government shutdowns are deeply harmful to Missouri families and workers across our congressional district.”

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Congressman Cleaver Calls on President Trump to Reconsider Importation of Foreign Beef Products

Urged Trump to reverse plan to import 300,000 metric tons of foreign beef.

“Flooding the market with Argentinian beef isn’t how you show support for American cattle producers”

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Congressman Cleaver Sounds the Alarm Regarding Potential Closure of Missouri Farm Service Agency Offices

Raised concerns about potential closure or service reductions at Missouri Farm Service Agency offices.

“American farmers are facing an economic crisis that’s made it nearly impossible for many of them to continue producing crops or raising livestock”

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Congressman Cleaver Reintroduces Legislation to Remove Transportation Barriers for Formerly Incarcerated Citizens

Reintroduced bill to expand public transportation access for formerly incarcerated individuals.

“Too often, we tell returning citizens to get a job, keep appointments, support their families, and contribute to their communities, while denying them one of the most basic tools needed to accomplish those goals: a reliable way to get there”

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Congressman Cleaver Celebrates Passage of Amendment to Provide $5 Million for Alpha-Gal Syndrome Research

Secured $5 million for alpha-gal syndrome research in defense authorization bill.

“My opposition to the final bill should not be mistaken for opposition to our troops or the important bipartisan priorities included in the underlying legislation.”

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Congressman Cleaver Introduces CHARTS Act to Modernize and Improve Long-Term Care for Seniors

Introduced CHARTS Act to modernize electronic health records for long-term care providers.

“Healthcare doesn’t stop when a patient leaves the hospital, and neither should access to their medical records”

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Congressman Cleaver Celebrates More than $34 Million for Kansas City Bio Tech Hub, Applauds Additional Investment in Missouri Innovation

Celebrated $34 million EDA funding for Kansas City BioSecure Manufacturing Hub.

“Today’s announcement is a major victory for the region and our nation’s future”

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Reps. Cleaver, Davids Call for Release of Delayed Funding Supporting Local History and Tourism

Called on Trump Administration to release delayed federal funding for museums and heritage areas.

“These repeated delays in funding are causing significant strain on our [National Heritage Areas] - many of which rely on small staffs and robust volunteer networks”

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Congressman Cleaver’s Statement on Rep. Massie's Amendment to GOP Foreign Aid Budget Bill & Policy in the Middle East

Opposed Massie amendment to block foreign aid to Israel, citing support for peacebuilding programs.

“If Congress is serious about examining and changing U.S. policy, then we should debate and vote on legislation that actually does what it claims to do.”

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Congressman Cleaver Named Co-Chair of House Democratic Task Force to Defend 14th Amendment

Named co-chair of House Democratic task force to defend 14th Amendment protections.

“As someone whose life has been shaped by the Civil Rights Movement and whose ministry and public service have always been rooted in the pursuit of justice, I know the promises of our Constitution are only as strong as our willingness to defend them”

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Congressman Cleaver Celebrates UMKC-Led Critical Materials Crossroads Engine Selection for $160 Million NSF Award

Celebrated NSF selection of UMKC-led Critical Materials Crossroads Engine for $160 million award.

“Today’s announcement proves that the future of American innovation is being built right here in Missouri’s Fifth Congressional District”

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Congressman Cleaver Receives Carl A.S. Coan, Sr., Lifetime Achievement Award for Public Service

Received Carl A.S. Coan, Sr. Lifetime Achievement Award for housing legislation work.

“The American people do not wish to see their elected officials bicker and grandstand when they go to Washington—they want to see cooperation, compromise, and concrete solutions that will improve the lives of everyday Americans”

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Congressman Cleaver’s Statement on the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Becoming Law

Celebrated most significant bipartisan housing reform in nearly 50 years becoming law.

“That spirit of partnership produced landmark legislation that will expand housing supply, modernize our housing finance system, remove unnecessary barriers to development, and help make homeownership and affordable housing more attainable for millions of Americans.”

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Rep. Cleaver Secures Key Missouri Priorities in House Water Resources Bill

Secured $45 million authorization and water protections in House water resources bill.

“Investing in our nation’s infrastructure means investing in safer communities, cleaner water, and a stronger economy”

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Congressman Cleaver Visits Heroes Home Gate Campus, Presents $850,000 Federal Investment to Support Homeless Veterans

Announced $850,000 federal investment to expand transitional housing for homeless veterans.

“After serving our country in uniform, no veteran should have to wonder where they will sleep at night”

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Congressman Cleaver Submits Amendment to Provide $5 Million for Alpha-gal Syndrome Research

Submitted amendment to provide $5 million for alpha-gal syndrome research in the NDAA.

“Due to the lack of research and monitoring systems, it is difficult to know for certain the exact number of Americans living with alpha-gal syndrome—but we know the number is rising and its impact is devastating to thousands of Missourians across our state”

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House of Representatives Passes Historic Housing Package, Sending Legislation to President’s Desk

House passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act with bipartisan support addressing housing affordability.

“The cost of housing is the number one concern of American families. The historic housing package passed today is the culmination of years of bipartisan work to cut unnecessary red tape, modernize federal housing programs, and address our national housing affordability crisis”

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Congressman Cleaver Celebrates Deal to Pass Historic Housing Legislation

Celebrated bipartisan agreement to pass historic housing affordability legislation.

“As American families struggle with our national housing affordability crisis, I am thrilled that the House and the Senate, Republicans and Democrats, have come together to reach a compromise that will enable the passage of historic and desperately needed housing reforms.”

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Reps. Cleaver, Wasserman Schultz, Miller, Bacon Introduce Legislation to Accelerate Cures for Polycystic Kidney Disease

Introduced bipartisan bill to expand polycystic kidney disease research at NIH.

“Despite roughly 600,000 Americans living with Polycystic Kidney Disease across the country, it is a condition that too often gets overlooked, both in terms of public awareness and medical research”

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