Robert F. Onder, Jr.
U.S. Representative · MO-3 · Republican
Statements and posts
43 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Pick a week or a day to set the dates below. One count per message: copies of one post on X and Bluesky count once, and reposts aren’t counted. Shading is scaled to Onder’s own volume over the last 12 months (a typical active day = 1). May 25, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026.
All 43 statements
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Congressmen Onder and Landsman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Patients
Introduced bipartisan bill preventing Medicare Advantage plans from reversing approved care.
“As a physician, I know that when a plan approves a treatment, the doctor and the patient need to be able to count on it”
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Congressman Onder Examines Healthcare Regulations at Judiciary Field Hearing
Questioned witnesses at House Judiciary Committee field hearing on healthcare fraud and competition.
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Making Technical Amendments to Title 49, United States Code, as Necessary to Improve the Code
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, H.R. 4523, which provides technical corrections to Federal transportation law related to the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing program. The meaning of the law remains unchanged. It simply improves the statute for legal clarity and…
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Rep. Onder Introduces Bill to Hold Union Leaders Accountable for Withheld Financial Info
Introduced bill to require unions to disclose financial information to members about dues spending.
“Transparency should not depend on whether a worker can take time off to review hundreds of pages of financial records at a union office”
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Congressman Onder’s Chloe Cole Act Advances Out of House Judiciary Committee
Advanced legislation restricting gender-affirming medical care for minors through House Judiciary Committee.
“It is unacceptable that politics and woke ideology have been allowed to override sound medical judgment, leaving vulnerable children to undergo irreversible procedures without a comprehensive psychological evaluation, treatment of underlying mental health conditions, or truly informed parental consent.”
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Committee Advances Rep. Onder’s Bill to Transfer CCAMPIS Administration to HHS
Advanced bill transferring CCAMPIS program administration from Education Department to HHS.
“Every student deserves access to a quality education, and decisions that affect school funding can have a significant impact on the educational experience. Right now, too much funding allocated to the Department of Education is diverted to administrative costs instead of directly supporting students' education.”
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Rep. Onder Introduces Legislation to Transfer CCAMPIS Administration to HHS
Introduced bill to transfer child care program administration from Education to HHS.
“Every student deserves access to a quality education, and decisions that affect school funding can have a significant impact on the educational experience. Right now, too much funding allocated to the Department of Education is diverted to administrative costs instead of directly supporting students’ education.”
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Rep. Onder Earns 2025 Club for Growth Defender of Economic Freedom Award
Rep. Onder received 2025 Club for Growth Defender of Economic Freedom Award for voting record.
“Economic freedom is the foundation of prosperity, opportunity, and innovation. By advancing pro-growth policies that empower Americans to start businesses, invest in their futures, and promote fiscal responsibility, we can build a stronger economy while ensuring taxpayers keep more of their hard-earned money.”
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Rep. Onder's Bill to Strengthen Transparency in Employer-Sponsored Health Plans Passes Committee
Advanced bill strengthening transparency in employer-sponsored health plans through committee.
“Employers need access to all the information necessary to manage health plans, control costs, and protect workers’ benefits.”
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Rep. Onder’s Bill to Strengthen Accountability in Child Care Monitoring Passes the House
Passed bill strengthening oversight of federal child care funding and auditing state programs.
“Recent investigations in Democrat-run states have exposed widespread fraud in child care assistance programs, with millions of taxpayer dollars funneled to services that were never provided”
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Rep. Onder Leads Letter Calling for Greater Transparency in Medicare Advantage
Led letter to CMS urging national standards for Medicare Advantage drug coverage.
“One of the most concerning trends in Medicare Advantage is the growing use of step therapy requirements.”
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Sent letter to Army Corps of Engineers requesting stronger oversight of Missouri River management.
“America’s inland waterways are one of our greatest natural advantages over our competitors, and they’re currently managed through a patchwork of disconnected regional structures, with limited centralized oversight and little long-term strategic coordination.”
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Rep. Onder’s Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act (PAPA) Passes the House
Announced House passage of Pilot and Aircraft Privacy Act to protect aircraft tracking data.
“This is an important step forward for pilots, passengers, and the safety of our national airspace. ADS-B technology is a vital tool that enables pilots and air traffic controllers to maintain real-time awareness of an aircraft’s location, speed, altitude, and direction.”
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Rep. Onder’s Bill to Strengthen Accountability in Child Care Monitoring Passes Committee
Passed bill strengthening oversight of federal child care funding.
“Recent investigations in Democrat-run states like Minnesota have exposed widespread fraud in child care assistance programs, with millions of taxpayer dollars funneled to services that were never provided”
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House passed bill designating America's National Churchill Museum as National Historic Landmark.
“Nearly 80 years ago this week, Sir Winston Churchill delivered one of the most consequential speeches of the 20th century: Winston Churchill’s ‘Sinews of Peace,’ better known as the ‘Iron Curtain’ speech, in my district in Fulton, Missouri.”
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Reintroduced Chloe Cole Act restricting gender-affirming medical treatments for minors.
“As a member of Congress, a physician, a parent, and a concerned American, I am committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of our nation’s children. That is why I am proud to reintroduce the Chloe Cole Act of 2026. The importance of this legislation is non-negotiable.”
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Rep. Onder Introduces the Curtailing Agency Reach and Bureaucracy Overreach on Net-Zero (CARBON) Act
Introduced bill to exclude greenhouse gases from EPA air pollution regulation.
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Applauded committee passage of bill designating America's National Churchill Museum as national historic landmark.
“Sir Winston Churchill inspired generations of leaders through his resilience, determination, and steadfast resolve. Today, my bill to formally designate America’s National Churchill Museum as a historic landmark passed out of committee—a critical step toward preserving Churchill’s legacy.”
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The Senate Passes ROTOR Act to Strengthen Aviation Safety
Led House companion to Senate-passed ROTOR Act strengthening aviation safety and aircraft tracking requirements.
“The collision that occurred in January over the skies of our nation’s capital was a horrific tragedy. Sixty-seven lives were lost, with no survivors. My heart goes out to every family who lost a loved one, and to the first responders who confronted unimaginable devastation”
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Congressman Onder Applauds Trump Administration’s Announcement on Sex-Rejecting Procedures
Applauded Trump administration actions ending transgender surgeries and prescriptions for children.
“The dark days of subjecting children like Chloe Cole to irreversible harm that they cannot consent to are over. Secretary Kennedy’s announcement today will protect children, their families, and the majority of doctors who want to uphold their promise to ‘do no harm’.”
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Rep. Onder’s Self-Insurance Protection Act Passes the House
House passed bill including provision protecting self-insurance options for employers.
“Americans deserve autonomy in their health coverage decisions, and small businesses should have the flexibility to choose a health plan that best meets the needs of their employees. As a physician, I’ve seen firsthand how greater competition and choice can drive down costs.”
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Senate Advances Onder’s Churchill Museum Legislation
Senate passed bill designating America's National Churchill Museum as a National Historic Landmark.
“Sir Winston Churchill inspired generations of leaders through his resilience, determination, and resolve. I am proud to lead America’s National Churchill Museum National Historic Landmark Act in the House, which designates America’s National Churchill Museum at Westminster College as a National Historic Landmark.”
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Rep. Onder’s Bill to Increase Transparency in Higher Education Costs Passes Committee
Co-sponsored Student Financial Clarity Act to increase higher education cost transparency.
“I am proud to join Congressman Guthrie in leading the Student Financial Clarity Act. With the cost of higher education continuing to rise, it is crucial that we help students thrive by creating transparency around institutions, programs, and costs.”
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Rep. Onder Introduces House Companion to Sen. Cruz’s ROTOR Act
Introduced House companion bill to strengthen aviation safety and aircraft tracking requirements.
“The collision that occurred in January over the skies of our nation's capital was a horrific tragedy. Sixty-seven lives were taken, with no survivors. My heart goes out to every family who lost a loved one, and to the first responders who confronted unimaginable devastation”
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Congressman Bob Onder Introduces the Endorsement Transparency Act
Introduced bill requiring labor unions to poll members before endorsing presidential candidates.
“The Endorsement Transparency Act is an important first step towards restoring accountability amongst union leaders”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.