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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Angie Craig (MN-02)

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig released the following statement after a woman was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. You can watch Rep. Craig’s video statement on this incident HERE.

“For months, I – along with many of my fellow elected officials, law enforcement agencies and community members – have warned of the dangers of the Trump Administration’s chaotic, reckless and unnecessary ICE operations in our cities.

Today, our worst fears became reality when an ICE agent shot and killed a woman in South Minneapolis. This is beyond unacceptable. It’s unconscionable and sickening.

President Trump and his Administration will try to justify their meddling in Minnesota – they will continue to lie and say it’s about keeping folks safe – but Minnesotans know this isn’t true. It’s a flat-out lie. Today, the President’s political stunt got a woman killed.

Trump’s actions have never been about keeping people safe. They have never been about catching criminals. They have always been about weaponizing our immigration system and using immigrant communities as political pawns.

President Trump, Secretary Noem, hear me loud and clear: ICE must leave Minnesota – NOW.

We are a nation of immigrants. Immigrants are essential members of our communities. Immigrants make up the fabric of our state – and they make us stronger.

To my fellow Minnesotans, stay peaceful. Take care of one another and know that I am fighting this reckless Administration at every turn. We won’t back down.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-3)

Today, Representative Sharice Davids voted to pass a bipartisan funding agreement that includes five of her project requests aimed at improving education, public safety, and water infrastructure across Kansas’ Third District. She applauded the cooperative effort as a critical step toward avoiding another costly government shutdown while making smart, targeted investments in communities.

“Working together across the aisle is how Congress should operate, and it’s about time we got back to it,” said Davids. “The projects we secured are fiscally responsible, developed in partnership with local leaders, and strengthen our communities by ensuring cleaner water, enhancing public safety, and driving economic growth. This is how we deliver concrete results for Kansans.”

The funding agreement includes the following projects championed by Davids:

• K-State Olathe Manufacturing Equipment ($5,004,000): To buy lab equipment so students can train for high-tech, good-paying supply chain research and advanced manufacturing jobs as domestic manufacturing grows in Kansas City. Source.
  • “Kansas State University Olathe is honored and thrilled to receive federal funding to invest in education and research supporting the bio and advanced manufacturing industries. We are deeply grateful for the strong leadership and support of Representative Sharice Davids, Senator Jerry Moran, and others who made this investment possible. This transformational funding will have a lasting impact on the City of Olathe, Johnson County, the State of Kansas and the broader Midwest. As an innovation campus advancing Kansas State University’s Next Gen Strategic Plan, K-State Olathe is committed to building an ecosystem that helps meet the demand for a highly skilled manufacturing workforce and provides research solutions to industry,” said Ben Wolfe, Dean and CEO, K-State Olathe.
• Bonner Springs Sewage ($1,092,000): To build new sewer lines to prevent overflows, as the current system is already at capacity, and better serve the 3,500 residents and local businesses. Source.
  • “We are incredibly grateful to Representative Sharice Davids for championing the Lonestar Interceptor project through the Community Project Funding process. This critical infrastructure investment lays the foundation for future development, protects public health, and ensures our city is prepared for long-term growth. Her support brings us one step closer to a more resilient and sustainable Bonner Springs,” said Tom Stephens, Mayor, City of Bonner Springs.
• Overland Park Police Department (OPPD) Body Camera Replacement ($1,031,000): To purchase body cameras for all OPPD officers and improve video systems to increase safety, transparency, and trust. Source.
  • “Supporting our body-worn camera program is a vital step in our commitment to transparency and public trust, ensuring that every interaction between our officers and the community is documented with accuracy and integrity. We are incredibly grateful to Representative Sharice Davids for securing the federal funding necessary to equip our team with this essential technology, which helps keep both our residents and our officers safe,” said Curt Skoog, Mayor, City of Overland Park.
• Olathe Sewer Rehabilitation ($884,466): To replace old, worn-out sewer pipes and manholes in Olathe to prevent leaks and protect the health and safety of Kansas families. Source.
  • “The City of Olathe is grateful to Rep. Davids and our other federal partners for their support of these critical infrastructure upgrades. Maintaining and rehabbing our sanitary sewer is essential to deliver first-class city services, and most importantly, to ensure the health and safety of our residents for many years to come,” said John Bacon, Mayor, City of Olathe.
• Princeton Stormwater Improvements ($610,680): To improve Princeton’s storm drainage system to prevent flooding and support future business and job growth in the area. Source.
  • “We are grateful for the efforts of Representative Davids to bring funding to the City of Princeton. These funds will help this rural community make improvements to the streets and storm drainage that would not be possible without this funding,” said Paul Bean, Executive Director, Franklin County Development Council.

Today’s vote approved the compromised versions of the three Fiscal Year 2026 spending bills: Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water; and Interior. The bills place guardrails on the Trump Administration from cutting critical federal investments and do not include proposed harmful provisions to weaken gun safety regulations, renewable energy investments, or personal freedoms.

This bipartisan approach in the U.S. House aligns with Davids’ long-standing call to pass responsible, bipartisan funding measures to avoid shutdowns. While today’s passage is a major step forward, six additional appropriations bills must still be passed before the January 30 funding deadline. Appropriations leadership anticipates one or two additional packages will be passed in the coming weeks to fully fund the remaining priorities, including Davids’ additional project requests.

Each of the Davids-requested projects was submitted in tandem with local officials and selected for their potential to improve health and safety in the community and bring economic opportunity to the Third District. Appropriations requests are subject to strict transparency and accountability rules, which can be found here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02)

WASHINGTON — Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) voted today for a package of three appropriations bills — Commerce-Justice-Science; Interior and Environment; and Energy and Water — to fund part of the government through the end of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. The package, also known as a minibus, includes more than $5.1 million for local projects across Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.

The minibus passed the House in a 397-28 vote. 

“Securing federal funding for local projects is one of the most direct ways that we as representatives can make a difference in our communities,” Golden said. “It’s always encouraging to find Mainers who are doing good work to help their neighbors, and it’s just as rewarding to ensure there’s money in the federal budget to help bring those plans to life.” 

Today’s minibus includes funding for the following projects in ME-02:

• $1,000,000 for the American Lobster Settlement Index Maine Collector Survey, which would support needed equipment, supplies and staff to expand American Lobster Settlement Index (ALSI) sites in the Gulf of Maine. The ALSI is an international collaborative monitoring program that was initiated in Maine in 1989 to track the health of juvenile American lobster populations at their youngest, most vulnerable stage during their life;

• $1,031,000 for the Northern Maine Regional Law Enforcement Equipment Modernization Project, which would help the Maine State Police improve public and officer safety, increase the transparency of law enforcement through technology improvements and allow local law enforcement agencies to work together across Maine to reduce crime;

• $1,004,000 for the Central and Western Maine Regional Law Enforcement Equipment Modernization Project, which would help local law enforcement agencies in the regions make critical upgrades to equipment and technology to support local law enforcement;

• $982,000 for the Northeastern Maine Regional Law Enforcement Equipment Modernization Project, which would help local law enforcement agencies in Maine’s northeastern region make critical upgrades to equipment and technology to support local law enforcement;

• $1,092,000 to upgrade the town of Wilton’s water system to meet current demand, potential future growth, and boost fire protection.

More details on Golden’s requests for FY2026 Community Project Funding can be found here.

If today’s three bills are passed by the Senate and signed by the President, six of the 12 appropriations bills needed to fully fund the federal government will have passed. Remaining appropriations include funding for the Departments of Defense, Labor, and Health and Human Services. Failure to pass those spending bills by the January 30 deadline would cause furloughs and other disruptions in those agencies.

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING:

Colonel William G. Ross, Maine State Police: “This federal funding secured by Congressman Golden will enhance our ongoing efforts to equip Troopers with the tools they need to perform their duties safely and effectively, supporting our shared priority of keeping Maine one of the safest places to live and work. On behalf of the men and women of the Maine State Police, along with our partners in the broader law enforcement community, we thank Congressman Golden for his work, his strong support for public safety, and his dedication to Maine.” 

Maria Greeley, Wilton town manager: “Approval of Community Project Funding (CPF) would allow the Town of Wilton to complete the critical stretch goals of its Waterline Main Replacement Project, addressing long‑standing infrastructure deficiencies and alleviating inadequate water pressure in East Wilton. This investment would significantly improve water system reliability, fire protection capacity, and overall public safety for Wilton residents and businesses. Just as importantly, CPF approval ensures these essential upgrades can be completed without placing an unsustainable financial burden on a small rural community, while representing a vital infrastructure investment that protects public health and supports long‑term economic and residential stability.” 

John Drouin, vice president of the New England Fisherman’s Stewardship Association: “The New England Fishermen’s Stewardship Association thanks Congressman Jared Golden for spearheading appropriations funding for the Maine Lobster deep-water collector survey. NEFSA is proud to have provided funding for this project for the last two consecutive years, as it delivers the only data on deep-water lobster settlement, helps inform regulators and stock assessment scientists, and validates fishermen’s observations of smaller lobsters appearing at greater depths.” 

Virginia Olsen, political director of the Maine Lobstering Union: “The Maine Lobstering Union would like to express our sincere gratitude to Congressman Jared Golden for his support in funding the American Lobster Settlement Index Expansion. Maine lobstermen have long been regulated and often overregulated by the incomplete data collected. This will go a long way to better regulate our industry.” 

Chris Cash, director of the University of Maine Lobster Institute: “Lobster is central to Maine’s economy and identity, and expanding the Maine Collector Survey into Midcoast Maine is essential to understanding its future. This funding will support the establishment of a much-needed third monitoring site and extend the survey into deeper waters where young lobsters are increasingly found. With the right equipment, staff, and industry partnerships, additional deep water collectors can fill a critical information gap that will give fishermen and managers additional insight to help inform decisions for years to come.” 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jared Huffman Representing the 2nd District of California

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman John Garamendi – Representing California’s 3rd Congressional District

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman John Garamendi – Representing California’s 3rd Congressional District

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman John Garamendi – Representing California’s 3rd Congressional District

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (25th District of FLORIDA)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after House passage of three Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations bills: Commerce, Justice, and Science, the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies, and the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies.

“As House Republicans begin the second session of the 119^th Congress, we are prioritizing the interests of America and the American people with the passage of these three additional Fiscal Year 2026 full-year funding bills. These bills unleash U.S. energy dominance and nuclear deterrence, strengthen law enforcement and combat illicit drugs, and expand access to critical minerals – all while maintaining fiscal responsibility, public safety, national security, and advancing President Trump’s America First agenda.

I’m thrilled to once again deliver for Florida’s 26^th Congressional District, including communities across Miami-Dade and Collier Counties. These bills include enhanced safety for our schools and first responders, critical investments for our police departments, infrastructure improvements, environmental protection, and continued vital Everglades restoration.

I commend Chairman Tom Cole’s leadership and thank Subcommittee Chairmen Mike Simpson and Chuck Fleischmann for working directly with me to address key priorities in Florida.”

Funding Highlights for FL-26:

Ensures the safety of our schools 

• $135M for STOP School Violence Act
• Of this, $53M for school hardening measures administered by the Community Oriented Policing Services.
• $11.5M for the POLICE Act administrated by the Community Orientated Policing Services to provide active shooter training programs for law enforcement.
• Language directing the Bureau of Justice Assistance and Office of Community Orientated Policing Services to notify States, localities, Tribes and school districts of the availability of funding under the STOP School Violence Act upon releases, and to provide microgrants for school districts, including rural, Tribal, and low-resourced schools.

Fights against fentanyl and other illicit drugs:

• Increases funding for the DEA to end the scourge of fentanyl & other illicit drugs
• Continues supporting takedowns, including Nicolas Maduro’s “El Cartel de los Soles

Supports our local community

• $2,504,543 for Collier County Sheriff’s Office Marked Vehicle Expansion Project
• $2,004,000 for City of Hialeah Gardens High Priority Marked Police Patrol Vehicles
• $4,200,000 for Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Global Public Safety and Equipment Expansion Project
• $1,050,000 for Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Mobile Operation Command Center Project
• $500,000 for Miami Springs Police Department Marked Fleet Modernization Project
• $350,000 for Miccosukee Tribe Police Department’s Marked Police Patrol Vehicle Project
• $1,200,000 for Town of Medley Wastewater Pump Station Project
• $3,100,000 for University of Miami, Miami Project to Cure Paralysis Research and Innovation Hub Equipment Expansion Project
• $450,000 for Village of Virginia Gardens Law Enforcement Technology Upgrades Project

Ensures the protection of our environment

• $425M for continued Everglades Restoration.
• $40M for the National Estuary Program, which the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve will directly benefit from
• $9M for the South Florida Geographic Program, which monitors coral health and enhances water quality
• $1M carveout for South Florida expansion of water quality and ecosystem health monitoring and prediction network which uses cutting-edge technologies for long-term monitoring of Florida waters, including molecular, algal, ocean floor and seagrasses.
• Under the EPA, South Florida will receive:
• $2M to monitor coral health in South Florida.
• $1.15M to enhance water quality and seagrass monitoring in Florida Bay and Biscayne Bay.
• $1M for the expansion of the water quality and ecosystem health monitoring and prediction network which will use vetted, modern procedures for long-term monitoring of Florida waters, including molecular, algal, ocean floor and seagrasses.
• $72.274M for the EPA’s Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act program, which our local jurisdictions can utilize to upgrade their water and wastewater infrastructure.

Supports our first responders

• $253M administrated by the Community Oriented Policing Services Program for the COPS Hiring Grant.
• $10M for the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act grant program to establish mental health and wellness programs for law enforcement officers.
• $44M for Regional Information Sharing Activities.

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

Washington, DC — Today, U.S. Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement after he voted in favor of the FY 2026 appropriations minibus, which passed the House:

“This funding package reflects the hard work of Democrats to push back against the Trump Administration’s repeated attacks on American science. While the Administration proposed devastating cuts that would have undermined our national labs, hollowed out basic research, and weakened our global competitiveness, this agreement protects core investments in agencies like the Department of Energy’s Office of Science, the National Science Foundation, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. These programs support the fundamental research that drives innovation, strengthens our economy, and keeps the United States secure. 

“As Congress’s only PhD physicist, I will continue fighting to ensure our scientists have the support they need to keep America at the forefront of discovery.”

FY 2026 Minibus Science Funding Highlights

• Department of Energy – Office of Science:

  The bill provides $8.4 billion for the DOE Office of Science, rejecting the deep cuts proposed by the Trump Administration and making it the only major DOE research office to receive an increase relative to prior enacted levels. The Office of Science supports basic research at national laboratories across the country, including Argonne National Laboratory and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Illinois’ 11th Congressional District.

• National Science Foundation (NSF):
  The minibus includes $8.76 billion for NSF — far above the Trump Administration’s proposed $3.9 billion request. The bill also includes new guardrails to prevent disproportionate cuts to individual NSF directorates, helping protect merit-reviewed, fundamental research from political interference.
• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST):
  Funding for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is preserved, including full support for the Manufacturing Extension Partnership, which helps small and mid-sized manufacturers modernize operations, strengthen supply chains, and create jobs.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Brett Guthrie (2nd District Kentucky)

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) issued the following statement following the House passage of H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act. 

“I am thrilled to support the passage of this legislation, which counters the opioid epidemic, unleashes our nation’s vast energy potential, supports our hardworking law enforcement officers, and modernizes our nuclear arsenal,” said Congressman Guthrie. “I’m especially proud of the inclusion of $13.9 million in funding for local projects across Kentucky’s Second District. These projects will invest in crucial infrastructure projects and keep our communities safe.”

Background: 
Once signed into law, H.R. 6938 will allocate nearly $175 billion across three appropriations bills to fund projects and programs to support law enforcement, crack down on illicit drugs, unleash American energy, and support new water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This bill now awaits consideration in the Senate.

This bill allocates over $4.3 million for six community projects requested by Congressman Guthrie. 
$817,491 to improve and replace undersized waterlines in Vine Grove, improving water pressure, reliability, and providing highly effective fire flow protection for the community.
– $854,400 towards infrastructure upgrades at the Greenville Wastewater Treatment Plant.
– $750,000 to rehabilitate the wastewater collection system for Louisville Metropolitan Sewer District, previously the Bullitt County Sanitation District, that serves the cities of Hillview, Pioneer Village, Fox Chase, Hebron Estates, and Hunters Hollow.
– $656,000 to replace 3,000 linear feet of galvanized water lines that have been in service since 1938 in Logan County.  
– $470,617 for the Barren County Sheriff’s Department to purchase critical technology improvements such as body and cruiser cameras, software for cell phone recovery and access technology to expedite criminal investigations, license plate identification management equipment, a firearm training simulator, thermal imaging equipment, and digital speed monitors. 
– $796,528 for the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office Community Response and Safeguard Initiative to purchase critical equipment and provide tactical services that are needed to safeguard the public.

Congressman Guthrie and Senator McConnell continue to work together advocating for county projects in the district. Congressman Guthrie supported a provision, secured by Senator McConnell as a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, providing $9.25 million to support a water treatment plant modernization effort within the Edmonson County Water District. The package also includes a provision, secured by Senator McConnell and supported by Congressman Guthrie, for Warren County to receive $352,000 for a new emergency operations center and updated law enforcement equipment.

This legislation also notably:

– Provides $300 million for Interagency Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces to enhance multi-agency efforts to combat transnational organized crime and reduce the availability of illicit drugs. 
– Increases funding for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) by $63 million to end the scourge of fentanyl and other illicit drugs, and to continue to support notable takedowns, including the co-founder of the notorious Sinaloa Cartel.
– Includes provisions related to state and local law enforcement assistance and community-oriented policing services programs established under my SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act.
– Provides $20.38 billion for the continued modernization of the nuclear weapons stockpile and infrastructure.
– Prohibits the sale of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to the Chinese Communist Party.
– Includes $3.27 billion for the National Park Service to support the continued success of parks like Mammoth Cave.

A one-pager on the Commerce, Justice, Science sections of this bill, provided by the House Appropriations Committee, can be found here.

A one-pager on the Energy and Water Development section of this bill, provided by the House Appropriations Committee, can be found here.

A one-pager on the Interior and Environment sections of this bill, provided by the House Appropriations Committee, can be found here.

Full text for the three-bill package can be found here.