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Hoyer Statement on U.S. Strike on Nuclear Facilities in Iran

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steny H Hoyer (MD-05)

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement today after the United States carried out a strike on nuclear facilities in Iran:

“The U.S. strike on Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan yesterday was essential to preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon.

“Every American president since Jimmy Carter, regardless of party, as well as multiple generations of both Democratic and Republican leadership in Congress, articulated the bipartisan policy that allowing Iran to develop nuclear weapons was unacceptable. They made it clear that the United States would take whatever action necessary to prevent that outcome and counter the dire threat a nuclear-armed Iran would pose to the world, the Middle East, and directly to America and Israel.

“In the past few weeks, the International Atomic Energy Agency censured Iran for continuing its nuclear weapons program. Iranian leaders sent a clear message that they were ignoring our longstanding policy. Israel believed that Iran was on the verge of achieving its goal and struck Iranian nuclear sites. Yesterday, the United States did the same, bombing Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. That was in keeping with our stated position against Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

“I am relieved that our service members were able to conduct this limited, one-time operation safely, and I thank them for their courage. These strikes were designed to dismantle Iran’s nuclear program, but neither the U.S., nor Israel, nor any other nation wants to go to war with the Iranian people, or Iran itself. We don’t know what the coming days will hold, but we must do everything possible to protect U.S. and allied forces from Iranian retaliation.

“Sadly, the threat of a nuclear-armed Iran became this dire because the Trump Administration chose to back out of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action in 2018. Yesterday’s operation helped counter that threat, but America must continue working to close Iran’s path to nuclear weapons permanently.”

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Hoyer Leads Hospital Roundtable to Highlight Damage of Trump’s Cuts to Medicaid and Health Care Services

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Steny H Hoyer (MD-05)

PRINCE FREDERICK, MD — As part of House Democrats’ Save Our Hospitals Week of Action, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) hosted a roundtable with doctors, medical professionals, and hospitals to discuss the implications of Trump and House Republicans’ cuts to Medicaid and health care services. Congressman Hoyer and roundtable participants highlighted how nearly 17 million Americans stand to lose their health care coverage and millions more will pay higher premiums, copays, and deductibles under the reconciliation bill that House Republicans passed. Experts predict over 21,000 people in the MD-05 alone will lose coverage by 2034 because of this bill. That includes over 8,000 people losing ACA coverage and 13,000 losing Medicaid coverage in MD-05.

The discussion took place at the Calvert Health Medical Center in Calvert County. Participants included the CalvertHealth Medical Center, Maryland Department of Health, Maryland Hospital Association, MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, and the University of Maryland Medical System.

“Donald Trump and his Republican allies in Congress are laser focused on making health care unaffordable for millions of Americans in order to give a tax break to the wealthiest 0.1% of Americans,” Congressman Hoyer said. “As Trump’s administration decimates federal health care services and fires the federal employees providing those services, more pain will befall Maryland households. Seniors might have to ration medications; families with disabled children may have to forgo treatment; hospitals will be squeezed; and the number of uninsured Americans will rise. That’s why I will not stop working to protect Americans’ access to quality, affordable health care.”

“The Maryland Department of Health was proud to join Congressman Hoyer to hear directly from hospitals on how changes at the federal level will impact Maryland’s health care delivery system. Maryland has been a national model for innovation and population health improvement, paving the way for other states to learn from our system that has both improved health and reduced overall health care costs,” said Ryan Moran, Deputy Secretary of Healthcare Financing and Medicaid Director, Maryland Department of Health.

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House Republicans Put America’s Strength, Security, and Servicemembers First

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04)

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House approved H.R. 3944, the FY26 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.

“The passage of this legislation builds on Republicans’ commitment to put America’s strength, security, and servicemembers first.

“This bill reflects President Trump’s Peace through Strength agenda by restoring the Pentagon’s focus on defending America and prioritizing our troops and veterans. This posture embodies the leadership and values the American people expect from their military and government.

“It fully funds veterans’ health care, benefits, and critical VA programs to ensure America’s heroes receive the care and benefits they have earned and deserve.

“This legislation also delivers billions of dollars to restore military readiness by upgrading barracks, improving military housing and childcare resources, and modernizing base infrastructure because taking care of America’s troops and their families is nonnegotiable.

“We expected broad bipartisan support for this bill, but instead, 206 House Democrats chose to oppose this commonsense measure. House Republicans will always support America’s men and women in uniform. It’s a shame House Democrats do not.” 

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House Stands United to Condemn Deadly Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mike Johnson (LA-04)

House Stands United to Condemn Deadly Attack on Minnesota Lawmakers

Washington, June 25, 2025

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House passed H.Res.519, a resolution condemning the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota.

“Today, every House Republican and Democrat stood united in condemning the horrific, politically motivated shootings in Minnesota. We pray for the Hortman family, who mourn the devastating loss of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, as well as the Hoffman family, as their father fights to recover from the attack. We also extend our profound gratitude to the brave law enforcement officers whose swift response prevented further tragedy.

“All acts of political violence are unconscionable, and every leader across the political spectrum must speak with one unequivocal voice against it. As elected officials, we have a responsibility to set the example for civility and demonstrate that our political rivals are not our enemies.”

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Congressman Cleaver’s Statement on President Trump’s Unconstitutional Bombing of Three Sites in Iran

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II (5th District Missouri)

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) released the following statement on the bombing of three sites in Iran.

“President Trump’s bombing of 3 sites in Iran was unconstitutional; only Congress can declare war. 

“I remain hopeful that Iran’s nuclear capabilities have been seriously weakened or destroyed. However, I’m concerned that Trump’s actions threaten to trap the U.S. in an escalating conflict. 

“Recently both Democratic and Republican presidencies have felt comfortable in overstepping their article 2 constitutional authorities. This is a power grab.

“Any further military action must first be voted on by Congress.”

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Emanuel Cleaver, II is the U.S. Representative for Missouri’s Fifth Congressional District, which includes Kansas City, Independence, Lee’s Summit, Raytown, Grandview, Sugar Creek, Greenwood, Blue Springs, North Kansas City, Gladstone, and Claycomo. He is a member of the exclusive House Financial Services Committee and Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance.

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Congressman Cleaver Co-Sponsors War Powers Resolutions to Prohibit U.S. Involvement in Iran

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II (5th District Missouri)

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) co-sponsored two War Powers Resolutions to prohibit American involvement in Iran, following President Trump’s unilateral, unconstitutional, and dangerous decision to use U.S. Armed Forces to strike Iran directly. 

The first resolution, introduced by Reps. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and Ro Khanna (D-CA), would prohibit the U.S. Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran. 

The second resolution, introduced by the Democratic Ranking Members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, House Armed Services Committee, and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, would order the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran absent a Congressional authorization, while preserving the ability for U.S. Armed Forces to defend the U.S. and its partners and allies from imminent attack.

“For far too long and on a bipartisan basis, the Congress has ceded its Article I power to declare war, eliminating an essential check on the Executive Branch and giving one individual far too much power to drag the nation into protracted military conflicts,” said Congressman Cleaver. “While we all agree that Iran can never be allowed to procure a nuclear weapon, it is also critical that Congress leave no doubt that the president is not allowed to unilaterally begin a war with Iran, or any other country, without the approval of the People’s representatives. Both of these resolutions make clear that the president does not have this authority and ensure that the U.S. will not enter yet another costly conflict in the Middle East unless granted explicit approval from Congress.”

 

Emanuel Cleaver, II is the U.S. Representative for Missouri’s Fifth Congressional District, which includes Kansas City, Independence, Lee’s Summit, Raytown, Grandview, Sugar Creek, Greenwood, Blue Springs, North Kansas City, Gladstone, and Claycomo. He is a member of the exclusive House Financial Services Committee and Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance.

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Rep. Sherrill and Harshbarger Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Modernize Prescription Information

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) and Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) reintroduced the bipartisan Prescription Information Modernization Act, legislation designed to update how prescribing information (PI) is distributed to pharmacists and physicians. This long-overdue reform would allow the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to finalize a proposed rule permitting drug manufacturers to send prescribing information electronically instead of on printed paper — a change that would improve patient safety and reduce waste.

“I’m focused on improving our healthcare system to ensure healthcare providers are able to provide the best possible care to patients,” said Rep. Sherrill. “Under outdated rules, providers are prohibited from receiving prescribing information for medications digitally. This legislation would finally modernize our system, allowing pharmacists to access real-time updates on prescription medications that will ensure they can dispense medicines to patients safely while reducing waste at the same time.” 

“Pharmacists and physicians deserve timely, accurate data when making decisions that impact patient health, not pages of printed material that often arrive late and are immediately discarded,” said Rep. Harshbarger. “This bipartisan bill is a practical update that empowers healthcare professionals with real-time digital access, cuts waste, and ensures patients are receiving the most up-to-date information. Thank you to my colleague, Representative Sherrill for working with me to bring prescribing information into the 21st century.”

Currently, prescribing information — detailed technical documents intended for healthcare providers, not patients — must be printed and distributed on paper. These documents average 45 pages per prescription and are often bulky, outdated, and discarded soon after arrival. This outdated system, established in 1962, creates significant waste and environmental harm, with roughly 90 billion sheets of paper printed annually to comply with the mandate.

In 2014, the FDA proposed a rule to allow electronic distribution of prescribing information, but Congress has blocked the rule’s finalization through appropriations riders, forcing providers to continue receiving paper copies that are often outdated as it takes up to 8 to 12 months from printing to shipment of the information. This legislation would give providers the choice of how they receive prescribing information and allow them to opt for digital delivery that offers real-time updates — improving patient care and reducing environmental waste.

This legislation has drawn support from leading pharmacy and healthcare advocacy organizations, including the Alliance to Modernize Prescribing Information (AMPI) and the following groups: Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP), Allergy & Asthma Network, American Pharmacists Association, AmGen, Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Association for Accessible Medicines, Beyond Type 1, Biotechnology Innovation Organization, BioNJ, BioUtah, Boomer Esiason Foundation, Environmental Paper Network, Georgia Bio, Healthcare Distribution Alliance, HealthCare Institute of New Jersey, LUNGevity Foundation, Lupin, Maryland Tech Council, MassBio, McKesson, National Association of Chain Drug Stores, National Consumers League, National Grange, NewYorkBIO, North Carolina Biosciences Organization, Texas Healthcare and Biosciences Institute, and Zero Cancer.

Additional sponsors of this legislation include Reps. David Valadao (R-CA), Don Davis (D-NC), Ken Calvert (R-CA), Scott Peters (D-CA), Julia Letlow (R-LA), Deborah Ross (D-NC), Brad Schneider (D-IL), Steve Womack (R-AR), and Paul Tonko (D-NY).

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Casten Introduces Package of Legislation to Reform American Democracy

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Sean Casten (IL-06)

June 25, 2025

Casten seeks to increase the size of the House and Senate, and rebalance the Supreme Court’s power

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced a package of legislation to reform American democracy by increasing the size of the United States Senate and House of Representatives, as well as restoring the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction to better align with Article III of the US Constitution.

A one-page summary of the legislation can be found here.

The legislation – two bills and a constitutional amendment – would:

  • Establish 12 at-large senators to be elected through a national popular vote

  • Add approximately 230 additional Members of the House (if it had been implemented after the 2020 census)

  • Rebalance the power of the Supreme Court by creating a 13-judge multi-circuit panel to hear cases where the United States or a federal agency is a party

Prior to Rep. Casten introducing similar legislation in 2023, there had been no attempts in Congress to expand the Senate or reinstate the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. The last time the House was expanded was in 1911. After an inability to settle disputes over reapportionment after the 1920 Census, the size of the House was arbitrarily locked in place at 435 in 1929.

An overview of the legislation can be found below, including bill text and section-by-sections of the legislation.

“The fundamental promise of our democracy is to fulfill the will of the people,” said Rep. Sean Casten. “In modern times, we have failed to meet that promise. There is a growing list of issues – from climate action to gun control to health care to voting rights – where the federal government has consistently ignored the priorities of the majority of Americans, and often acted in direct contradiction. This failure not only breeds cynicism but ultimately risks the very survival of our government. We must act against the counter-majoritarian institutions of our political system and seek to reestablish the government as a stalwart for the people.

“The Equal Voices Act will increase the size of the House to be in line with the growing population of the United States. Not only will this bill create smaller districts to allow Members to be more responsive to the needs of their constituents, but it will also rebalance inflated representation between districts and allow for greater diversity that is more representative of our great nation. On top of that, it will grow and equalize the Electoral College, better aligning outcomes with the national popular vote.

“Our Founders purposefully constructed the Senate to act as a counter-balance to the will of large, populous states. This may have been effective in their time, but it no longer meets the needs of our country. A government that doesn’t represent the people cannot sustain the support of the people. My amendment establishes 12 at-large senators to be elected through a national popular vote. By creating this bloc of senators, comprising roughly 10% of the body, who are directly responsible to the public will, the Senate will be forced to move its agenda towards the will of the majority.

“The current judicial system allows biased parties to game the system, seeking out judges who allow them to further policy objectives instead of blindly seeking justice. This distorts the actual and perceived fairness and independence of the Court and must be remedied. The Constitution gives Congress the power to address the structural concerns of the Supreme Court, and we must do so. It’s time for Congress to restore the Court’s jurisdiction to align with Article III of the Constitution and eliminate the current elements that allow the Court to be gamed for political advantages.”

“These are bold but necessary measures that seek the norms of modern American politics to remedy longstanding problems in our institutions and return power to the will of the people. This is the next step in our quest to form the more perfect union of our Founders’ dreams.”

House Reform – Equal Voices Act

Bill Text  | Section-by-Section and Summary

  • This bill directs that after the first census following enactment, the size of each Congressional District be limited to approximately 500,000 people.

  • States with populations which do not neatly fit into 500,000-person districts may opt to create multi-member districts using ranked choice voting.

  • This would bring the size of House districts in line with US population growth since the last expansion of the House in 1911 and reduce disparities in district size across states.

  • If this method of apportionment had been implemented after the 2020 census, a congressional district would have added 228 new members in the 2022 election, growing to 689 total seats.

  • By increasing the size of the House, this would also expand and rebalance the Electoral College, bringing outcomes more in line with the popular vote.

Senate Reform – Amendment to the US Constitution

Bill Text | Section-by-Section and Summary

  • This is a constitutional amendment to establish 12 at-large senators to be elected through national popular vote.

  • All voters eligible to vote in presidential elections will be eligible to vote for these senators.

  • This would also establish 12 at-large Electors who shall cast their votes in the Electoral College for the winner of the national popular vote.

Supreme Court Reform – Restoring Judicial Separation of Powers Act

Bill Text | Section-by-Section and Summary

  • Restructures the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of the United States to align with Article III of the Constitution.

  • Allows for any party to appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia to be heard and determined by a district court of three-judges.

  • Creates a 13-judge multi-circuit panel to hear cases that the United States or a Federal agency is a party, cases concerning constitutional or statutory interpretation of Federal law, or cases clarifying the functions or actions of an executive order.

    • This panel will consist of 1 judge randomly selected from each circuit court of appeals (minus the federal circuit) and 1 chief judge randomly selected from the same circuit courts of appeals.

    • Each judge of the multi-circuit panel shall serve during the period beginning at 10amET on the first Monday in October and ending at 9:59amET on the first Monday in October of the following year.

    • A supermajority of not less than 70% of judges shall be required to affirm any decision which holds that any Act of Congress is unconstitutional, unlawful, or otherwise invalid.

  • Actions before a court of the United States seeking injunctive relief restraining the enforcement of any Federal statute, regulation or order against a nonparty will be transferred to the U.S. Court of Appeals of the District of Columbia Circuit.

  • The SCOTUS, U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, and Multi-circuit panel will have to issue a written explanation supporting decisions which shall be published on the respective websites and must be signed by the judge or judges.

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Latta’s Bills to Unleash American Energy & Power AI Approved By Energy and Commerce Committee

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

Latta’s Bills to Unleash American Energy & Power AI Approved By Energy and Commerce Committee

Washington, June 25, 2025

Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee approved two bills introduced by Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH-5) to unleash American energy as artificial intelligence technology continues to evolve and require increased energy generation: the Electric Supply Chain Act and the Researching Efficient Federal Improvements for Necessary Energy Refining (REFINER) Act. The legislation now awaits consideration on the House floor.   

The Electric Supply Chain Act directs the Secretary of Energy to conduct regular assessments and submit reports on the supply chain for electricity generation and transmission. The REFINER Act requires the National Petroleum Council to produce a report on the state of petrochemical refineries in the United States.   

These bills aim to strengthen domestic energy production and infrastructure, priorities Congressman Latta has consistently championed. At today’s full Energy and Commerce markup, he spoke about the importance of supporting these measures. Watch him speak in support of the Electric Supply Chain Act HERE and the REFINER Act HERE. 

“Generative artificial intelligence isn’t a trend; it’s the backbone of the next industrial era. Countries around the globe are racing to build the full AI stack: data centers, chips, power, and platforms. Here in the United States, we must ensure that we have the right policies in place to have enough energy to power AI and make America an attractive place to build the entire AI supply chain. I’m grateful to my colleagues on the House Energy and Commerce Committee for advancing my two bills to not only support progress in the AI space but also strengthen American-led energy production across the board,” Latta said.    

Read more about the Electric Supply Chain Act HERE.  

Read more about the REFINER Act HERE.   

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Rep. Mark Pocan Opens Military Service Academy Applications for 2025

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Mark Pocan (2nd District of Wisconsin)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) announced that his office is now accepting applications for nominations to the U.S. Military Service Academies. The U.S. Service Academies are among the most highly respected educational programs in the nation. Admission requires a Congressional nomination and meeting rigorous academic, physical, and medical standards. Accepted students receive a fully funded four-year college education and, upon graduation, are commissioned as officers in their respective branches of the military. Applications close October 17, 2025.

For more information, click here or email Diego Benitez at diego.benitez@mail.house.gov.