Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2025

Mr. Speaker, Congress cannot sit on the sidelines while government projects continue to soar above the cost projections and run behind schedule. Each year, the Government Accountability Office reports on such projects, including Federal information technology programs and National Nuclear Security…

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Tuskegee Airmen Memorial Post Office

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this bill which would rename a post office in Tuskegee, Alabama, for the Tuskegee Airmen. The Tuskegee Airmen played a vital part in American history as the first African-American military aviators in the United States Armed Forces. The program was established in…

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Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this bill, which would rename a post office in Virginia Beach, Virginia, for Colonel Edward Shames. Shames was born in Norfolk, Virginia, in 1922. Shortly after the United States entered World War II, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and volunteered for airborne…

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Comer’s Legislation Supporting Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club Signed into Law

Applauded President Trump for signing legislation removing National Park Service restrictions on Paducah property.

“Today is a major victory for the Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club and the entire McCracken County community.”

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Comer Announces $24 Million Secured for Frankfort’s Singing Bridge

Announced $24 million federal grant for Frankfort's Singing Bridge replacement project.

“The Department of Transportation’s award of a $24 million BUILD grant for the Singing Bridge Project in Frankfort is a significant investment in the future of Kentucky’s capital city.”

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Comer Announces $24 Million Secured for Paducah’s Riverport West Project

Announced $24 million federal grant for Paducah's Riverport West Project.

“The Department of Transportation’s decision today to award a $24 million BUILD grant for the Riverport West Project is a major win for McCracken County and will help unlock new opportunities for economic growth across our region.”

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Comer, Speaker Johnson, and Republican Lawmakers Urge Trump Administration to Let Jones Act Waiver Expire to Bolster America's Maritime Industry

Urged Trump administration to let Jones Act waiver expire to protect maritime industry.

“We appreciate your longstanding support and attention to the challenges facing our domestic shipping industry.”

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Comer: Taxpayer Dollars are Being Stolen and Kentucky State Leaders Are Failing to Act

Held hearing on fraud prevention in federally funded state programs, highlighting Medicaid fraud concerns.

“Fraud Prevention: Understanding Fraud in Federally Funded Programs Run by the States.”

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Comer Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition for 1st District High School Students

Announced 2026 Congressional Art Competition for high school students in district.

“I encourage every high school student in Kentucky’s 1st District with an interest in art to participate in this year’s competition”

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Congressman Comer Announces 2025 Service Academy Nominations for Kentucky’s 1st District

Announced service academy nominations for sixteen high school students in Kentucky's 1st District.

“On behalf of Kentucky’s 1st Congressional District, I am proud to congratulate these outstanding students on earning nominations to the United States service academies. These students are local leaders and will now have the opportunity to attend our nation’s service academies”

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UPDATE: Congressman Comer Henderson County Events Postponed

Postponed scheduled events in Henderson County.

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Comer Reintroduces the MARINA Act to Protect Kentucky’s Marina Owners

Reintroduced MARINA Act to provide transparency and stability in marina fee structures.

“I am proud to reintroduce the MARINA Act. Kentucky’s 1st Congressional District is home to the largest number of marinas in the state, and these businesses are vital to our local economies.”

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Comer Secures Over $4 Million in Funding for Hickman County Industrial Development Authority Business Commerce Building Project

Secured $4.05 million for Hickman County Industrial Development Authority business commerce center.

“I’m proud to have worked with Hickman County leaders to secure federal funding that will support the construction of a new business commerce center, helping attract new industry and expand economic opportunities.”

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Congressman Comer to Speak in Paducah, Highlight Funds Secured for the McCracken County Joint Sewer Agency

Announced event to highlight secured funding for Paducah sewer facility upgrade.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Congressman Comer to Speak in Eddyville, Highlight Funds Secured for the Wastewater Treatment Plant

Announced $1 million in federal funding for Eddyville Wastewater Treatment Plant.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Congressman Comer to Speak in Madisonville, Highlight Funds Secured to Improve Critical Infrastructure

Announced $1.75 million in federal funding for Madisonville sewer and water district projects.

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Comer Secures $1 Million in Funding for the Marion-Crittenden County Airport Parallel Taxiway Project

Secured $1 million for Marion-Crittenden County Airport parallel taxiway construction.

“I’m proud to have worked with local leaders to support the Marion-Crittenden County Airport Parallel Taxiway Project. The airport’s impressive growth in recent years, including the construction of additional hangars, makes a full parallel taxiway essential.”

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Comer Secures $1 Million in Funding for the Oak Grove Water Infrastructure Project

Secured $1 million for Oak Grove municipal water system infrastructure improvements.

“I’m proud to work with local leaders and support efforts to improve water availability and systems in Oak Grove, Kentucky. This investment will help improve water infrastructure across the area, providing residents and visitors with consistent and reliable service.”

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Comer Secures Over $5 Million in Funding for the Frankfort Riverbank Stabilization Project

Secured $5.8 million for Frankfort Riverbank Stabilization flood protection project.

“I saw firsthand the devastating toll flooding took on families and neighborhoods in Frankfort, and I met with local leaders to understand what was needed to support recovery. I’m proud to have led efforts in Congress to secure funding for critical riverbank stabilization.”

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Comer Secures $1 Million in Funding for Springfield Industrial Park Waterline Improvements

Secured $1 million for Springfield Industrial Park waterline infrastructure improvements.

“I am proud to support the City of Springfield in its efforts to modernize essential waterline infrastructure, strengthening service reliability, safeguarding public health, and fostering long-term economic growth for the region.”

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Congressman Comer to Speak at Henderson City County Airport Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Announced $12 million in federal funding for Henderson City County Airport renovations.

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Congressman Comer to Speak in Henderson, Highlight Funds Secured to Improve Water Pipeline Infrastructure

Announced $1 million in federal funding for Henderson water pipeline infrastructure upgrade.

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Comer in Herald-Leader: It’s Time to Finally Balance America’s Budget

Urged constitutional Balanced Budget Amendment and Article V convention to address federal spending.

“to obtain a single amendment … taking from the federal government the power of borrowing.”

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WATCH: Comer and Hemp Industry Leaders Push Bipartisan Legislation to Support America’s Hemp Farmers

Hosted press conference with hemp industry leaders to support regulatory framework.

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Comer Secures $1 Million in Funding for Eddyville Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Project

Secured $1 million in federal funding for Eddyville wastewater treatment plant improvements.

“I’m proud to have worked alongside local leaders in Eddyville to address the catastrophic failure at the Eddyville Sewer Treatment Plant earlier this year.”

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