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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Mike Thompson Representing the 5th District of CALIFORNIA

Napa, CA — Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04) applauded the City of Napa’s new anaerobic digestion system, a transformative clean energy project that will convert organic waste into renewable natural gas to power the city’s garbage and recycling trucks. The project is utilizing federal clean energy tax incentives secured by Congressman Thompson under the Inflation Reduction Act, including the 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and an additional 10% Domestic Content Bonus Credit.

“This is a major win for Napa and for our climate,” said Thompson. “Instead of sending food scraps and organic waste to landfills where they produce harmful methane emissions, this system will capture that gas and turn it into clean, renewable fuel to power our city’s fleet. I’m proud to see the Inflation Reduction Act’s clean energy tax credits I secured are helping communities like Napa take real action on climate change while creating local jobs and strengthening American manufacturing.”

“This project has been over 15 years in the making and will further reduce our reliance on fossil fuels,” said Napa City Councilmember Beth Painter. “It is a model for how a small city like Napa can take big steps to address climate change. Congressman Thompson’s tax credits made this project possible. I could not be more proud of all who have contributed to this project.”

“We are excited to be partnering with the City of Napa, and Napa Recycling on this important carbon reducing project,” said Zero Waste Energy President Eric Herbert. “Not only will this project eliminate methane emissions from organic waste being disposed of currently from the service area, we will also be replacing the fossil fuel derived gas used by the trucking fleet with Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) generated from organic waste converted onsite. A truly circular solution. We appreciate the support that the ITC provides to this project. As an American manufacturing company, we are able to realize the full value of available credits offered through that program. Job creation, cleaner communities, and decarbonization is the result.”

The $30 million project will be constructed at the Napa Materials Diversion Facility, operated by Napa Recycling & Waste Services, and is expected to be operational by mid-2027.

Once complete, the system will:

• Process between 32,000 and 44,000 tons of organic waste annually
  Generate approximately 350,000 diesel gallon equivalents of renewable natural gas each year — enough to fuel 36 waste collection trucks
  Reduce greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to removing approximately 21,000 passenger vehicles from the road over 10 years

In addition to producing renewable natural gas, the system will generate compost and liquid fertilizer as byproducts, further advancing Napa’s sustainability goals and helping the city meet state climate requirements.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Gregory W Meeks (5th District of New York)

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY-05), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, released the following statement following the Trump administration’s decision to greenlight AI chip sales to China, which NVIDIA made public on February 25:

“In December, we called on the Department of Commerce to follow the law and provide us information about the Trump administration’s approval of any sale of advanced AI chips to China. We’ve finally received information about the administration’s first license approval and are now more concerned than ever that the Trump administration is undercutting U.S. national security by approving this sale. Congress must pass bipartisan legislation to prevent China from obtaining our advanced technology in order to protect U.S. economic and national security.” 

Last December, Ranking Members Meeks and Warren invoked the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (ECRA), demanding that the Department of Commerce turn over information related to the administration’s plan to approve the sale of advanced AI chips to China despite the significant military application potential of this technology. 

Under ECRA, the Department of Commerce is required to provide any information obtained in administering the Export Administration Regulations, including license applications, upon the request of the ranking minority member of the appropriate committee. The administration was nearly two months late in providing the requested license information. The public disclosure of the details of those license applications is prohibited under ECRA, unless our committees “determine that the withholding of that information is contrary to the national interest.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Bill Foster (11th District of Illinois)

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) announced that 14 of the Community Project Funding requests he submitted on behalf of Illinois’ 11th Congressional District were funded for a total of $16,383,000. Project funding was included in the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations packages signed into law by President Trump. 

Community Project Funding allows Members of Congress to request direct funding for projects that benefit the communities they represent. These projects are restricted to a limited number of federal funding streams, and only state and local governments and eligible non-profit entities are permitted to receive funding. 

“Since I was elected to Congress, I’ve remained committed to ensuring communities in Illinois and my district receive their fair share of federal resources,” said Foster. “That’s why I’m proud I secured over $16.3 million this year for 14 worthwhile projects back home. These initiatives will strengthen transportation infrastructure throughout the district, invest in clean drinking water and modernized sewer systems, and expand critical public safety and community services.”

In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Congressman Foster has certified that he and his immediate family have no financial interest in any of the projects selected. Links to these certification forms are available below each project description.

The 14 projects that received funding are listed below in no particular order.

Illinois Route 47 Expansion and Water Main Relocation

Amount funded: $3,150,000

City of Woodstock

121 W. Calhoun St, Woodstock, IL 60098

The funding will support the City of Woodstock’s share of the Illinois Department of Transportation’s IL-47 widening project, which includes the relocation of a city-owned water main, upgrades to lights and traffic signals, pavement resurfacing, and the construction of roundabouts, sidewalks, and a multi-use path. This project will improve road safety and enhance opportunities for regional economic development and tourism in McHenry County.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Second Fire Station for the Village of Hampshire

Amount funded: $1,000,000

Hampshire Fire Protection District

202 Washington Ave, P.O. Box 245, Hampshire, IL 60140

With their current fire station hindered by railroad traffic, this funding was used for a second fire station in the Hampshire community – significantly improving emergency response time and increasing the fire station’s capacity to serve the growing community.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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City of Batavia Fox River Bike Path

Amount funded: $1,200,000

City of Batavia

100 N Island Avenue, Batavia, IL 60510

The funding will be used to construct a new segment of the Fox River Regional Trail with improved safety and guidance features. With the variety of outdoor recreational uses for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists that the trail provides, this project will support its continued role as an economic driver for the region.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Eola Road Branch Library Renovation

Amount funded: $850,000

Aurora Public Library District

101 S River Street, Aurora, IL 60506

The funding will be used to renovate existing infrastructure at the Eola Road Branch: the busiest location of the Aurora Public Library District. This project will support the expansion and accessibility improvements needed to address diverse community needs including access to technology, language services, meeting rooms, educational programming, and space for after-school activities.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Village of Holiday Hills Sanitary Sewer Extension

Amount funded: $1,092,000

Northern Moraine Wastewater Reclamation District (NMWRD)

113 Timber Trail, Island Lake, IL 60042

The funding will be used for the continuation of a multi-phased project extending NMWRD-owned sanitary sewers to two unsewered communities in a floodplain, thereby improving quality of life and water safety for the Village of Holiday Hills and surrounding communities.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Weber Road Corridor Improvements: 135th Street to Airport Road

Amount funded: $850,000

Will County

302 N Chicago Street, Joliet, IL 60432

The funding will be used to complete the final segment of the Weber Road corridor improvements with increased accessibility for pedestrians and motorists.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Equipping the Kane County Forensic Laboratory

Amount funded: $1,031,000

Kane County Coroner’s Office

37W699 IL-38, Building A, St. Charles, IL 60175

The funding will be used to purchase post-mortem toxicology testing equipment, validate DNA equipment, and implement a laboratory information management system. This project will help generate leads in criminal investigations, streamline the process of obtaining information related to pending court cases, and help determine the cause of death in a timely manner for grieving families.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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City of Aurora Homelessness Prevention

Amount funded: $1,000,000

City of Aurora

44 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60507

The funding will be used to renovate the existing Family Shelter space, or to acquire an expansion property to increase the availability of shelter and services for Aurora’s homeless community.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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91st Street Infrastructure

Amount funded: $750,000

DuPage County Division of Transportation

421 N County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187

The funding will be used for the construction of a sidewalk and pedestrian lighting system to a local school and public transportation to assist families with limited income. This project will remove existing transportation barriers that contribute to the social and economic isolation of over 3,500 residents in this community.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Village of Wauconda Lead Service Line Replacement – Phase 1

Amount funded: $1,092,000

Village of Wauconda

101 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084

The funding will be used to replace 289 lead and galvanized service lines. This project is vital for protecting the health and safety of residents in the Village of Wauconda from potential lead contamination.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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City of Crystal Lake Lead Service Line Replacement

Amount funded: $1,092,000

City of Crystal Lake

100 W. Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

The funding will partially cover the cost to replace approximately 2,000 residential lead service lines in Crystal Lake. In addition to ensuring residents have safe drinking water, this project will also create job opportunities for construction workers and plumbers.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Springbrook Water Reclamation Center Expansion

Amount funded: $1,092,000

City of Naperville

400 South Eagle Street, Naperville, IL 60540

The funding will be used to partially cover the cost of expanding and upgrading the water treatment plant to remove grit and sludge. This project will extend the life of the facility and ensure all water discharged into the DuPage River is in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Darrell Road Collection System

Amount funded: $1,092,000

Northern Moraine Wastewater Reclamation District (NMWRD)

113 Timber Trail, Island Lake, IL 60042

The funding will be used to provide sanitary sewer service to unsewered areas of Lake and McHenry Counties. NMWRD’s existing sewer infrastructure limits the growth potential of underdeveloped property and the addition of sewer conveyance and a lift pump station will remedy this barrier.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

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Lead Water Service Line Replacement

Amount funded: $1,092,000

City of Aurora

44 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60507

The funding will be used to replace the remaining lead water service lines within the city’s system. This project has replaced an estimated 20,000 lead service lines to provide safe potable water and comply with state law.

Click HERE to read the required financial disclosure letter.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-1)

Gaylord – Today, after months of collaborative effort from state, federal, and local leaders, Rep. Jack Bergman announced that FEMA has officially amended the disaster declaration for the March 2025 ice storm – opening additional funding through Public Assistance (PA) Category F for public utilities.

In addition to countless meetings, discussions, and advocacy on behalf of the affected counties, Rep. Bergman and his Republican colleagues in Michigan sent a letter to President Trump requesting that he overturn FEMA’s denial of certain categories of federal assistance following the historic ice storm. The letter recognized the incredible recovery efforts already underway while emphasizing that the work is far from finished and that communities still face significant challenges ahead.

Bergman has repeatedly warned that without additional federal support, the remaining recovery costs would ultimately fall on individual households and families across Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula – those least able to shoulder the burden.

Following FEMA’s amended declaration, Bergman thanked President Trump and partners across all levels of government for their work to secure this support.

“I’m grateful that President Trump corrected FEMA’s initial decision to deny key categories in the disaster declaration and ensured Northern Michigan was not left hanging out to dry,” Bergman said. “Through countless hours of work with my colleagues in Congress, Governor Whitmer, state legislators, and local leaders, we were able to deliver this critical support for the communities still recovering from this historic storm.”

Background:

In the months following the devastating March 2025 ice storm, Rep. Bergman worked continuously with federal, state, and local partners to secure essential disaster assistance for the impacted communities of Northern Michigan.

Rep. Bergman first supported Governor Whitmer’s May 16, 2025, request for a Major Disaster Declaration under the Stafford Act, emphasizing the widespread damage to homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure across thirteen counties and the need for federal support to supplement strained local resources.

As recovery efforts progressed, Rep. Bergman joined Senators Peters and Slotkin on June 9, 2025, in sending a letter to the Small Business Administration urging approval of the Governor’s request for a Rapid Disaster Declaration so that small businesses across the region could access federal disaster loans and begin rebuilding.

On June 25, 2025, Rep. Bergman led the full Michigan congressional delegation in sending a letter to President Trump reinforcing the need for federal disaster assistance and pressing for approval of the Governor’s request as communities continued to face substantial recovery costs.

When FEMA later denied certain categories of aid, on November 13, 2025, Rep. Bergman and the Michigan Republican delegation again appealed directly to the President to reconsider the decision and extend Public Assistance Category F and Individual Assistance to help households and electric cooperatives struggling with the financial burden of recovery.

Throughout this process, Rep. Bergman has remained in close communication with FEMA leadership to identify any available administrative or statutory flexibilities that could deliver additional financial relief to affected communities and not-for-profit utilities.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Donald Norcross (1st District of New Jersey)

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) released the following statement on the Trump Administration’s strikes on Iran.

“Last night, President Trump unilaterally ordered a military strike against Iran. For decades, the Iranian regime has posed a persistent threat to U.S. national security, beginning with the 1979 hostage crisis and continuing through its pursuit of nuclear weapons capabilities, its role as a leading global sponsor of terrorism, and its oppression of the Iranian people.

“In response to the recent U.S. strike, Iran has reportedly launched attacks on four of the thirteen U.S military bases in the region, where more than 40,000 U.S. service members are currently stationed. In June of last year, the President asserted that Operation Midnight Hammer had “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear program. 

“The American people deserve to understand why this latest strike was undertaken, why it was initiated at this time, and what clear strategy exists to bring this situation to a responsible conclusion.

“Above all, we must ensure the protection of our troops abroad and safeguard religious institutions and vulnerable communities here at home from potential retaliation. I am therefore calling for an immediate classified briefing to Congress to fully explain the rationale for this action and the path forward.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Donald Norcross (1st District of New Jersey)

WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) released a statement on his support for the War Powers Resolution. 

“As a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, I received classified briefings after Operation Epic Fury and am still left with serious questions. The American people deserve to know why this strike was undertaken at this time, why it happened now, and what strategy exists to prevent a wider conflict,” said Congressman Donald Norcross. “The Iranian regime has posed a persistent threat to U.S. national security for decades, is the leading global sponsor of terrorism, and has oppressed its own people. Undertaking a war in the Middle East without a full understanding of the conflict is not the right strategy and puts our servicemembers at risk. The War Powers Resolution makes clear that the President must go to Congress and justify any use of military force against Iran.”  

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Donald Norcross (1st District of New Jersey)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Donald Norcross (1st District of New Jersey)

CHERRY HILL, NJ – Today, Congressman Donald Norcross (D-NJ-01) delivered $850,000 in Community Project Funding to Pennsauken Township to support renovations and upgrades to the township’s Public Works facility.

The project will be used to establish a new, accessible public office facing Clement Avenue to improve public access, construct a covered storage structure to protect critical equipment and support the Fleet Maintenance Division, upgrade maintenance and garage areas, and replace aging building infrastructure.

“It’s great to be in my hometown of Pennsauken today to deliver an investment that supports the people who keep our community running,” said Congressman Donald Norcross. “From trash collection to snow removal and pothole repair, Public Works crews provide essential services we rely on every day. Modernizing this facility will help ensure our crews have the safe workspace they need to serve South Jersey residents.”

“Pennsauken’s Department of Public Works is the backbone of many of the critical services our residents rely on every day, from maintaining our roads and public spaces to responding when our community needs us most,” said Mayor Patrick Olivo. “These funding resources will allow us to make essential infrastructure upgrades to our Public Works Facility and Vehicle Repair Garage, ensuring our team has the safe, modern space they need to continue serving effectively. We are grateful to Congressman Norcross for recognizing the importance of this investment and supporting Pennsauken’s goals to strengthen the foundation of the services our community depends on.”

These improvements will help create a safer, more efficient workplace for employees while strengthening services for more than 36,000 residents. The existing complex, built more than 70 years ago, is aging and in need of upgrades.

This investment is a part of the $11.98 million Congressman Norcross secured for 15 Community Project Funding (CPF) awards throughout New Jersey’s First Congressional District to support economic development, create jobs, and respond to the most pressing needs of the community.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Donald Norcross (1st District of New Jersey)

CHERRY HILL, NJ – Today, Congressman Donald Norcross (D-NJ-01) delivered $1,900,000 in Community Project Funding to Rowan University and Gloucester County to support the research, development, and testing of concrete 3D printed housing and critical roadway infrastructure improvements at Rowan’s West Campus.

“With this new Community Project Funding we are making smart investments that keep South Jersey on the map as a leader in education and innovation,” said Congressman Donald Norcross. “One project will support groundbreaking 3D printing research into new housing technology and the other will strengthen the roads and infrastructure needed to support Rowan’s continued expansion. “I always say that my three priorities are jobs, education, and security in our nation and our neighborhoods, and this funding helps deliver on all three—expanding educational opportunities that prepare the future workforce while improving traffic safety in our communities.”

“We are deeply grateful to Congressman Norcross for securing federal support for these transformative projects,” said Dr. Ali A. Houshmand, president of Rowan University. “This investment will accelerate our work to develop affordable, resilient housing through advanced 3D-printing research and will strengthen the infrastructure needed to support the continued growth of our West Campus. These initiatives will expand economic opportunity, attract new industry partners and help us continue building a stronger future for South Jersey.”

“This is a huge win for Gloucester County and Rowan’s West Campus, helping us deliver the road and infrastructure upgrades that will support growth for decades to come,” said Matthew Weng, Gloucester County Commissioner. “We’re excited to keep moving this project forward and to make travel safer, smoother, and more reliable for students, residents, and local businesses.”

The $1,050,000 grant to Rowan University will help students research, develop, and test advanced concrete 3D printing technology to build affordable and resilient homes. Rowan partners closely with labor unions and trade schools to cultivate the future workforce.

The $850,000 grant to Gloucester County will support Phase II of the County’s roadway infrastructure project at Rowan’s West Campus. The project includes the continued construction of Gilbreth Parkway in Mantua, from its existing terminus near the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine and extending it up along route 55 right-of-way to Edison Parkway and ending at Lambs Road.

These projects is a part of the $11.98 million Congressman Norcross secured for 15 Community Project Funding (CPF) awards throughout New Jersey’s First Congressional District to support economic development, create jobs, and respond to the most pressing needs of the community.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (3rd District of Ohio)

WASHINGTON – Today’s scanty document production shows that there is no adequate basis to close the Kennedy Center and that Donald Trump’s statements to the contrary are not founded. 

 

President Trump claims that his proposed closure of the Kennedy Center was based on a “a one-year review” including “Art Institutions” and other experts and advisors. Rep. Beatty’s court filings (see here and here) establish that indeed such an extensive review is required for a decision of this magnitude. 

 

Accordingly, on Saturday, March 14, 2026, a federal court issued an emergency order requiring the government to provide Congresswoman Joyce Beatty–a Kennedy Center trustee–with proof backing up the President’s statement. That includes “a list of the experts or advisors who provided input during [the] ‘one year review.’” The court also ordered production of “any reports provided by those experts and advisors” “relating to the ‘one year review’ or the planned closure of the Center.”

 

“We called Donald Trump’s bluff, and the results are in,” said Congresswoman Joyce Beatty.  “These inadequate documents prove that there is absolutely no basis to shutter this precious living memorial and beloved institution. It certainly looks like President Trump is shutting down the Center because he is embarrassed that ticket sales are down and artists are fleeing since his illegal renaming. I’m not letting him get away with it – we’re holding him accountable.”

 

The documents just produced fall far short. “President Trump’s February 1, 2026 Truth Social post claimed he conducted a one-year review with contractors, musical experts, art institutions, advisors and consultants to determine whether to shut down the Kennedy Center,” said the Congresswoman’s counsel Amb. Norm Eisen (ret.), executive chair of Democracy Defenders Action, and Nathaniel Zelinsky, Senior Counsel at the Washington Litigation Group.  “According to the scanty materials we have received, the Kennedy Center did not consult a single outside expert or adviser from February 1, 2025 to February 1, 2026 as part of a one year review, and there appears to be no report from the supposed one year review during that period. This only confirms that there is no legal or other basis to close the Kennedy Center.” 

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