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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Aumua Amata (Western Samoa)

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is pleased to welcome notice of a health services EMSC partnership grant for Emergency Medical Services for Children for LBJ Tropical Medical Center designated to American Samoa Medical Center Authority.

This is a discretionary continuation grant of $43,446 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). 

“Thank you Lata Allen for the efforts involved in this grant, and the pediatric emergency services it supports. Thank you as always to everyone involved in fulfilling federal qualifications to receive the funds that Congress appropriates,” said Congresswoman Amata. “Thank you to the administration of Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula and Lt. Gov. Pulumataala Ae Ae, Jr., as well as HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and HRSA Administrator Thomas Engels.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Aumua Amata (Western Samoa)

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming a federal funding notice from the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Department (HUD) totaling 1,363,722 in three programs under the Fiscal Year 2026 HUD Community Planning and Development (CPD) formula grant allocations. 

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The largest of the three grants is a Community Development Block Grant (CBDG) of $1,029,433, along with a HOME program grant of $248,993, and an Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) of $85,296.

“Thank you to Commerce Director Aliimuamua Magdalene ‘Lina’ Petaia-Suisala and anyone else involved in administering these funds,” said Congresswoman Amata. “Thank you to HUD Secretary Scott Turner for the economic development and housing support for American Samoa, and congratulations to Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula and Lt. Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae, Jr.”

Each fiscal year, Congress appropriates budgeted funds for all federal departments and agencies. For 2026, Congress funded HUD at $77 billion, including CBDG at $3.3 billion nationwide, which maintains the prior year’s funding. This notification is American Samoa’s portion of CPD’s programs allocated by formula to provide affordable housing, boost community development and economic opportunity, and provide housing support to families.

CDBG provides annual grants on a formula basis to develop viable communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment, and by expanding economic opportunities, principally for low to moderate-income families.

HOME provides funding to states and localities that communities use in partnership with local nonprofit groups for wide range of activities including building, buying, or rehabilitating affordable housing, which can be for rent or homeownership, or providing direct rental assistance to low-income families.

ESG provides funds for the operation of local shelters, social service and homeless prevention programs.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (12th District of Michigan)

U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and Lisa McClain (R-MI-09) led the introduction of a bipartisan resolution honoring the University of Michigan men’s basketball team for their victory in the 2026 NCAA March Madness tournament. On Monday, April 6, the Michigan Wolverines defeated the University of Connecticut Huskies to claim their first NCAA basketball title since 1989. The final score was 69-63. 

“Congratulations to the Michigan Wolverines on their historic win. Their victory is the culmination of their hard work, discipline, and dedication, and they represent the best of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and the United States. It is an honor to join my colleagues on both sides of the aisle in uplifting their remarkable teamwork and success. Go Blue!” said Congresswoman Dingell. 

“Michigan basketball gave our entire state something to celebrate. This team brought the University of Michigan community—alumni, students, and fans—together around a shared sense of pride,” said Chairwoman McClain. “Regardless of which jersey we wear in Congress, Congresswoman Dingell and I will always come together to celebrate this team. Go Blue!”

Additional lawmakers supporting the resolution include Tom Barrett (R-MI-07), Jack Bergman (R-MI-01), Bill Huizenga (R-MI-04), Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI-08), John Moolenaar (R-MI-02), Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03), Haley Stevens (D-MI-11), Shri Thanedar (D-MI-13), Rashida Tlaib (D-MI-12), and Tim Walberg (R-MI-05).

In addition to the support demonstrated by members of Michigan’s U.S. House delegation, University of Michigan alum serving in the U.S. House of Representatives also signed on, including Janelle Bynum (D-OR-05), Grace Meng (D-NY-06), Greg Stanton (D-AZ-04), and Lauren Underwood (D-IL-14).

A copy of the resolution can be found HERE and text is below:

Congratulating the University of Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball team on winning the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Championship. 

Whereas, on April 6, 2026, the University of Michigan Wolverines defeated the University of Connecticut Huskies 69-63, to win the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana;

Whereas the Wolverines earned the 1-seed in the Midwest Region of the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament, known as March Madness, finishing the season with a program-record 37 wins;

Whereas the Wolverines began their championship run with a 101-80 victory over Howard University in the first round;

Whereas the Wolverines advanced to the Sweet Sixteen with a 95-72 victory over Saint Louis University, marking the ninth Sweet Sixteen appearance in the last 13 tournaments;

Whereas, in the Sweet Sixteen, the Wolverines defeated the University of Alabama, 90-77, setting a new program record for single-season wins;

Whereas the Wolverines delivered a dominant 95-62 victory over the University of Tennessee in the Elite Eight, securing its first Final Four appearance since 2018;

Whereas the Wolverines advanced to the national championship game by defeating the University of Arizona, 91-73;

Whereas the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Championship victory represents the University of Michigan’s second men’s basketball national championship in program history;

Whereas the Wolverines previously won a National Championship in 1989;

Whereas the success of the 2025-2026 University of Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball team was made possible by the contributions of its student-athletes, including Ricky Liburd, Trey McKenney, L.J. Cason, Elliot Cadeau, Nimari Burnett, Oscar Goodman, Howard Eisley Jr., Winters Grady, Roddy Gayle Jr., Charlie May, Harrison Hochberg, Aday Mara, Morez Johnson Jr., Yaxel Lendeborg, Malick Kordel, and Will Tschetter;

Whereas the Wolverines’ championship victory marks the program’s first national title since 1989 and the first NCAA men’s basketball championship for a Big Ten Conference team since 2000;

Whereas Head Coach Dusty May and his coaching staff have instilled a culture of excellence, resilience, and teamwork in the University of Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball team, leading the Wolverines back to the pinnacle of college basketball;

Whereas the University of Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball team exemplified extraordinary teamwork throughout the season, coming together to form a unified, disciplined, and resilient team that elevated one another and prioritized collective success;

Whereas Michigan students, faculty, staff, alumni, and all fans of the University of Michigan Wolverines are to be congratulated for their sportsmanship, dedication, and support of their team; and

Whereas the University of Michigan Wolverines’ victory in the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Championship Game was also a victory for the entire State of Michigan: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That the House of Representatives—

congratulates the 2026 national champions, the University of Michigan Wolverines, for their win in the 2026 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Men’s Basketball Championship Game;

recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, students, and support staff who were instrumental in the University of Michigan Wolverines’ victory;

invites the University of Michigan men’s basketball team to the United States Capitol Building to be honored; and

directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make available enrolled copies of this resolution to University of Michigan President Domenico Grasso, Athletic Director Warde J. Manuel, and Head Coach Dusty May for appropriate display.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Michael McCaul (10th District of Texas)

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressmen Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (D-Texas) reintroduced the Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program (BITMAP) Authorization Act, which would authorize a successful Department of Homeland Security (DHS) program that partners with other countries to help identify and stop dangerous criminals and potential terrorists from reaching our borders.

“Bad actors like traffickers, terrorists, and transnational gang members may lie about their identity in an attempt to enter our country undetected, but they can’t fake biometrics,” said Congressman McCaul. “The successful BITMAP program empowers our regional partners to identify and stop these individuals long before they reach our borders. I’m proud to reintroduce this bill on a bipartisan basis with Congressman Cuellar. The more we push our borders out, the safer our homeland will be.”

“Strong border security depends on international coordination and having the resources to stop threats before they reach our communities. The BITMAP Authorization Act will help us identify dangerous individuals earlier, expand collaboration with regional partners, and strengthen congressional oversight through firm reporting requirements on partner agreements and program outcomes,” said Congressman Cuellar. “As Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Appropriations, I thank my friend and colleague Congressman McCaul for his collaboration on this bipartisan effort to ensure law enforcement has what it needs to protect the American people and stay ahead of future security threats.”

Background:

The Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program (BITMAP) authorizes the U.S. government to provide foreign partners with the technical equipment and specialized training necessary to collect biometric and biographic data from individuals using illegal travel pathways, ensuring high-threat individuals are identified before they reach U.S. ports of entry. The BITMAP Authorization Act would codify the program within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and strengthen congressional oversight. American citizens can opt out of providing biometrics for the entry-exit system.

Click here to read full text of the bill.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Sanford D Bishop Jr (GA-02)

ALBANY, Ga. – On Saturday, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop Jr. (GA-02) hosted a reception to honor the winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition from Georgia’s 2nd Congressional District. The event was hosted at the Albany Museum of Art. The first-place winner’s art will be displayed in the underground walkway between the Cannon House Office Building and the U.S. Capitol. This walkway is commonly used by thousands of Americans, spotlighting artists and their talents to a wider audience.

“I am happy that this competition brought together so many young artists. Their work adds to the rich fabric of our community, and I am grateful for our schools, art faculties, community art organizations, museums, parents, and others who all play a crucial role in nurturing their talent and success,” said Congressman Bishop.

This year’s 1st place winner is Queasia Arnold, a 12th grade student at Westover High School in Albany, Georgia, whose work is titled, “Chin Up.”

This year’s 2nd place winner, Brianna Edward, is an 11th grade student at Thomasville High School in Thomasville, Georgia, whose work is titled “Moving Forward.”

The 3rd place winner is Makayla Bailey, an 11th grade student at Monroe High School in Albany, Georgia, whose work is titled “Rooted in Remembrance.”

An Honorable Mention award goes to Jemiah Hall from Dougherty Comprehensive High School, Albany, Georgia, whose artwork is titled, “Soul of the Orchid.”

The annual competition, sponsored by the Congressional Institute, began in 1982. Nearly every U.S. House of Representatives office participates in the annual competition which is open to high school students from across the country.

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PHOTO CAPTIONS: Congressman Bishop with the 2026 competition winners and honorable mention awardees along with their teachers, parents, and Albany Museum of Art Executive Director, Andrew Wulf

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23)

“We need to make life easier for the folks brave enough to be their own boss and keep our economy running,” said Wasserman Schultz. “These are the folks who put our local values into the Florida economy, and I’ll do all I can to support them and save them from being crushed by Republicans’ massive tariffs.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Don Beyer (D-VA)

Ahead of the April 15th deadline for tax filing, Joint Economic Committee Chairman David Schweikert (R-AZ), Ranking Member Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Vice Chairman Eric Schmitt (R-MO), and Senior House Democrat Don Beyer (D-VA) issued a bipartisan alert today warning Americans about common tax season scams. These scams have become increasingly common, especially with emerging AI tactics, and nearly one in four Americans have reported being victimized by a tax scam.

“Criminal enterprises are exploiting tax season to target Americans, including seniors,” said Chairman Schweikert. “Scammers are impersonating the Internal Revenue Service through fake websites and calls in an effort to steal your money. Please remember, the IRS will not contact you via social media, demand immediate payment, or threaten to call law enforcement. If something seems suspicious, don’t click on links or share personal information. Stay vigilant and only use a reputable tax service or go directly to IRS.gov.”

“As Americans file their taxes this month, scammers are deploying an onslaught of attacks – often enhanced by artificial intelligence – designed to steal people’s money,” said Senator Hassan. “I encourage all taxpayers to review the tips in this bipartisan scams alert so that they can stay vigilant and protect their identities and accounts.”

“With tax season upon us, it’s important Americans remain vigilant and stay aware of possible scams,” said Senator Schmitt. “During filing season scammers will often prey on Americans by impersonating the IRS, using fraudulent links, or launching fake websites to steal personal information. Using these tips from the Joint Economic Committee, Americans can protect themselves from scammers and keep their information private and secure during filing season.”

“This tax season, it’s more important than ever for American taxpayers to stay vigilant as tax scams continue to rise,” said Representative Beyer. “Scammers are using increasingly sophisticated technologies, including AI, to make fraudulent communications appear credible. Taking extra care to verify any IRS outreach is the best defense against becoming victims of these crimes.”

Read the Committee’s tax season scams alert here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green Ohio)

Last Friday, Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05) joined U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer for visits to the First Solar manufacturing campus and one of Whirlpool’s several facilities in Ohio. The visits included tours of both campuses and discussions surrounding strengthening America’s supply chains and advancing American innovation and manufacturing. 

First Solar continues to play a key role in building domestic supply chains for solar energy, creating American jobs, and supporting local communities. The company remains committed to manufacturing in the United States and investing in its future. By the midpoint of President Trump’s term, First Solar expects to bring $1.5 billion in new U.S. manufacturing capacity online across the United States, creating 1,400 additional good-paying American manufacturing jobs. 

Whirlpool is making significant investments in Ohio, announcing a $60 million expansion that is expected to create up to 150 new jobs in Perrysburg. This investment further strengthens the region’s manufacturing base and supports continued economic growth in Northwest Ohio. 

“It was great to visit both First Solar and Whirlpool with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. When companies like First Solar and Whirlpool invest in expanding American manufacturing, they create good-paying jobs, strengthen our supply chain resilience, and help keep our nation competitive in Ohio and across the country. These investments will bring additional jobs to Wood County, further strengthening our local economy and creating more opportunities for Ohio workers,” said Latta.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09)

MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today applauded the decision of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide individual assistance to those affected by the January 22-27 storms. Congressman Cohen wrote Governor Bill Lee on January 30 and February 9 asking him to seek assistance, noting that financial damage thresholds for the federal relief had been crossed.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“I am pleased to see that my constituents will receive the necessary assistance I have been seeking since shortly after the storms ended in January. While the Trump Administration’s response has been sluggish, I am confident that recovery from this disaster can now be fully realized.” 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09)

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