Statements · since Aug 1, 2026
What Congress is saying
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Fetterman Leads Colleagues in Letter to HUD Urging Implementation of Whole Home Repairs Law
Led letter to HUD urging implementation of Whole Home Repairs program.
“Almost 7 million Americans live in homes that are in need of significant repair, with deficiencies including leaky roofs, faulty wiring, and mold. This is an issue that disproportionately affects America’s seniors, many of whom would like to downsize but do not want to sell the home at a steep discount due to the…”
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Senate Democrats Block Ricketts’ Stop Insider Trading Act
Criticized Senate Democrats for blocking his Stop Insider Trading Act.
“Democrats disagreed when they blocked my bill to ban members of Congress from insider trading. Senate Republicans voted to deliver for Americans and help restore their faith in government officials. The House passed this bill in a bipartisan manner. It’s discouraging that Senate Democrats failed to do the same.”
Stop Insider Trading Act VoteCongressional Stock TradingAI-read
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Ricketts Votes to Protect Ratepayers from Rising Energy Costs
Voted to support the Ratepayer Protection Act to protect energy costs.
“It would protect families’ wallets from rising energy costs. And it would help us stay ahead of Communist China in the AI race. Democrats once again blocked this bill and failed to stand up for Americans.”
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Senator McCormick Celebrates Transformational $3 Billion Investment in Carnegie Mellon University
Celebrated $3 billion investment in Carnegie Mellon University from Citadel founder Ken Griffin.
“This extraordinary investment from my great friend Ken Griffin is a tremendous vote of confidence in CMU, in Pittsburgh, and in the innovation that will continue to define America’s future.”
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Senator Justice Releases Statement in Support of Trump’s Immigration Agenda
Expressed support for Trump's immigration enforcement agenda.
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Democrats block Husted’s bill forcing data centers to pay their own way
Democrats blocked Husted's Ratepayer Protection Act requiring data centers to pay for grid infrastructure.
“Let’s rise above the politics that often drag this place down and deliver for the American people and do our jobs.”
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Criticized Democrats for blocking Stop Insider Trading Act and Ratepayer Protection Act.
“This is exactly why Americans are frustrated with Washington. Democrats had the opportunity to join us in restoring some faith in our government by banning members of Congress from trading stocks and protecting families from paying the costs for massive data centers, and they said NO. Instead of working to benefit the…”
Ratepayer Protection ActStop Insider Trading Act VoteCongressional Stock TradingEnergyAI-read
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Praised bipartisan permitting reform package incorporating his priorities for faster federal approvals.
“Just as important, this agreement reflects a massive, cross-sector coalition that has hit the exact same regulatory wall. From conventional energy and manufacturing to mining, electric transmission, transportation, and renewables, industries across our economy are pounding the table together because they recognize that…”
Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs ActEnergy Project PermittingAI-read
Mentions S. 4944
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Senator Darline Graham Stands Up for Life on the 50th Anniversary of Hyde Amendment
Cosponsored resolution commemorating 50th anniversary of Hyde Amendment.
“I’m proud to join my Senate colleagues in commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment. The legacy that the Hyde Amendment created is one of hope and promise, with 2.6 million lives saved thanks to this legislation.”
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Rep. Calvert Applauds Senate Passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act
Praised Senate passage of ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act supporting research and drug development.
“The passage of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act is a renewal of Congress’s commitment to finding cures and treatments for ALS.”
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Mentions H.R. 8205
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Reps Carson and Spartz, Senator Warren Urge Action on BlackRock Acquisition
Urged FERC to reject BlackRock subsidiary's acquisition of AES Indiana over rate concerns.
“A public utility company should answer to the public, not shareholders”
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CLARKE ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF CALYPSO ICON, SLINGER “MIGHTY SPARROW” FRANCISCO
Issued condolences on death of calypso musician Slinger Francisco.
“Well done, thou good and faithful servant; enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.”
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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.”
EnergyAI-read
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Courtney Statement on New Navy Contract Award for F/A-XX Program
Praised Navy's selection of Boeing for F/A-XX carrier aircraft program.
“The long-overdue final downselect for the F/A-XX program is great news for the U.S. aircraft carrier fleet.”
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Chairman Griffith Bill Featured in Energy & Commerce Committee Package to Combat Health Care Fraud
Sponsored bill to combat Medicaid fraud by incentivizing state program integrity efforts.
“Through this kind of action, we can improve fraud identification efforts and prevent foreign criminal actors from stealing valuable benefits that belong to patients.”
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Mentions H.R. 10621Mentions H.R. 3887
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Griffith Announces $529,133 ARC Grant for Wise County
Announced $529,133 ARC grant for Wise County water line replacement project.
“This ARC grant for more than $529,000 helps Wise County modernize local water line infrastructure to better serve residents with potable water.”
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Released staff report detailing Medicare and Medicaid fraud and recommending 37 reforms.
“Every dollar stolen from Medicare and Medicaid is a dollar taken from the seniors, children, pregnant women, and Americans with disabilities these programs were created to serve.”
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Congressman Harris Addresses Ocean City Beach Erosion with Army Corps Following Weekend Storm
Applauded $25.7 million Army Corps contract for Ocean City beach erosion recovery.
“I spoke directly with Army Corps Baltimore District Commander Colonel Pera about restoring Ocean City’s beach following this weekend’s storm, and I applaud the new $25.7 million contract for the town’s berm reconstruction. This funding will help Ocean City recover from the storm and prepare for future storms.”
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Urged Trump administration to strengthen Russia sanctions and implement Graham Act.
“Two weeks ago, Congress passed the most significant Russia sanctions legislation since 2017. As long as Russia’s full-scale invasion to conquer Ukraine and threaten our European allies continues, the United States must take every step necessary to stop war criminal Vladimir Putin in his tracks. Sanctions relief will…”
Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia ActInternational AffairsAI-read
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Secured $233,955 in Head Start funding for two Northwest Ohio programs.
“Equipping our region’s youth and families with the resources they need to succeed in life has ripple effects on our entire community.”
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Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Leona Bridges
Issued statement mourning the passing of San Francisco public servant Leona Bridges.
“Leona Bridges was a devoted public servant and dear friend whose life was a blessing to San Francisco. From her work serving the public on San Francisco’s retirement board to supporting students at San Francisco State, Leona leaves an historic legacy of service that lives on in the countless lives she enriched.”
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Led bipartisan bill to prohibit demolition of presidential memorials without congressional authorization.
“The Kennedy Center is our nation’s living memorial to President John F. Kennedy—someone who truly cherished the arts. For Donald Trump to attempt to usurp this great memorial by putting his own name above JFK’s—and then threaten to demolish the building if he doesn’t get his way—is beyond the pale.”
Protecting Presidential Memorials ActGovernment Operations and PoliticsAI-read
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Quigley's Bill Reauthorizing the ACT for ALS Passes the Senate
Senate passed bill reauthorizing ALS research and treatment access programs.
“Since 2021, the ACT for ALS has helped thousands of Americans access the promising treatments and research they need.”
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Congressman Rogers Announces $85 Million Federal Grant for Somerset’s Northern Bypass
Announced $85 million federal transportation grant for Somerset's Northern Bypass project.
“We are going to blast through rock walls to open up a new expressway for southern Kentucky. This 8-mile bypass paves the way for I-365, linking us east to west from I-65 to I-75 and on throughout Eastern Kentucky.”
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Joint statement from Congressman Brad Sherman and Congresswoman Judy Chu on Talks with North Korea
Welcomed Trump's efforts to restart talks with North Korea and urged diplomatic steps.
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Applauded State Department's new visa restrictions to combat international parental child abduction.
“restrict visa issuance to individuals responsible for, or complicit in, impeding the prompt resolution of international parental child abduction cases, as well as their immediate family members”
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Smith welcomes release of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu
Welcomed release of imprisoned Azerbaijani economist and anti-corruption advocate.
“I am overjoyed that Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu is finally free and safe in Germany, where he can receive the medical care he so urgently needs.”
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CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON ANNOUNCES NEARLY $1 MILLION IN TALENT SEARCH FUNDING FOR MISSISSIPPI HBCUs
Announced $992,477 in federal TRIO Talent Search funding for three Mississippi HBCUs.
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Announced $343,065 in DOJ funding to combat domestic and sexual violence in Mississippi.
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Walberg Honors Hillsdale County Veteran
Honored Hillsdale County Marine Corps veteran Turner Korotzer as September Veteran of the Month.
“It is a privilege to honor Turner as the Veteran of the Month for September.”
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Congressman Wittman Earns Guardian of Small Business Award
Earned National Federation of Independent Business Guardian of Small Business Award.
“I am honored to receive the Guardian of Small Business Award for my work to support Main Street businesses. I am proud to advance policies that cut taxes, reduce burdensome regulations, and make it easier for small businesses to create jobs and invest in their communities. I will continue working to ensure our small…”
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Peters Demands Answers for Afghan Allies and Military Families Stranded Abroad
Led letter urging State and Homeland Security to reunite service member families stranded abroad.
“This decision shows that the process to exempt certain migrants from both entry restrictions on foreign nationals as well as refugee resettlement works when leaders choose to use it.”
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Praised Boeing's selection to build Navy's next-generation F/A-XX fighter jet.
“I have been an ongoing advocate for Missouri-made Boeing defense products during my time in Congress, leading the support for programs like these in our National Defense Authorization Act and Appropriations legislation. I believe in the ingenuity and hard work of our local workers here in St. Louis and their continuous…”
Military ReadinessAI-read
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Called for decisive congressional action to make life more affordable for Americans.
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Joyce, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts
Introduced bipartisan bill to expand federal support for Great Lakes research and conservation.
“The Great Lakes are a critical resource for the economies and communities that surround them.”
Regional Great Lakes Partnership ActEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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Called on NIST to restore California's Manufacturing Extension Partnership Center funding.
“California manufacturers should not have to wait another year for resources that businesses across the country are already receiving.”
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BOST ANNOUNCES $1 MILLION GRANT FOR ROBINSON WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Announced $1 million EPA grant for Robinson water treatment plant construction and upgrades.
“Reliable access to clean, safe drinking water is something every Southern Illinoisan should be able to count on.”
Water InfrastructureAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan legislation to designate Great Lakes Commission as official regional partnership within NOAA.
“The Great Lakes and their connected waterways are invaluable resources for Michigan and the United States.”
Regional Great Lakes Partnership ActEnvironmental ProtectionAI-read
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Chairman Babin Leads Texas Delegation in Push to Bring U.S. Space Academy to Texas
Led Texas delegation letter endorsing Texas proposal to host U.S. Space Academy.
“For more than 60 years, Texas has been at the heart of America’s space program, and President Trump has made American leadership in space a priority. With Johnson Space Center and a thriving space industry already here, it’s only right that the academy carrying the President’s vision forward calls Texas home. I urge…”
United States Space Academy LocationScience, Technology, CommunicationsAI-read
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Amata’s Statement on the Anniversary of the 2009 Tsunami
Released statement commemorating 2009 tsunami anniversary and honoring victims in American Samoa.
“May God preserve our people from waves and storms, and bless the memories of the families.”
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