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

January 8, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Rep. Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05) voted to pass the Commerce-Justice-Science, Energy-Water, and Interior-Environment funding package. This package advances numerous Democratic priorities and represents a significant improvement over the original Republican proposal in addressing the needs of the American people.  

The bill tackles affordability issues like rising utility costs, advances clean energy and environmental protections, and invests in public safety grants. It also includes $4.1 million to support important local community projects in New York’s 5^th Congressional District. 

“Today, I voted for a spending bill that tackles rising energy costs, invests in water infrastructure, and makes our communities safer across America,” said Congressman Gregory W. Meeks. “I applaud my Democratic colleagues on the Appropriations Committee for their diligent negotiations to secure key investments while resisting harmful cuts proposed by the Trump administration.” 

In this package, Rep. Meeks secured $4,101,000 in Community Project Funding to directly support four local projects in New York’s 5th Congressional District, including: 

• $1,031,000 for the Research Foundation of CUNY, Preparing the Next Generation of STEM Environmental Researchers to Serve Workforce Needs. 

• $1,039,000 for the Research Foundation of CUNY, Empowering Underrepresented Students with Technology-based STEM Education. 

• $1,000,000 for the Police Athletic League, Crime Prevention Through Youth Development. 

• $1,031,000 for the Research Foundation of CUNY/Queens College CUNY, STEM Improvement Through Authentic Research Project.  

“This funding is important for supporting STEM research priorities at institutions in Queens that provide students and faculty with the resources they need to innovate and prepare the next generation of leaders,” Congressman Meeks said. “It supports crime prevention efforts by promoting youth development and keeping our communities safe. Investments such as these enhance our borough and keeps Queens at the forefront of opportunity and innovation.” 

This funding legislation will enact significant investments that: 

• Reasserts Congress’ power of the purse through mandatory staffing thresholds, notification requirements, and funding tables. 

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

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) issued the following statement regarding the passage of Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credit extension in the House of Representatives:

“Today I proudly joined House Democrats to enthusiastically vote YES to extend the ACA tax credits, taking a monumental step forward in the fight to protect affordable health care for Ohioans and all Americans.”

“Let’s be clear: House Republicans fought us every step of the way in passing this bill and protecting health care. However, House Democrats prevailed, in spite of Republican-led efforts to sink this major health care win for Americans.”

“Now that the bill has achieved passage in the House, it is en route to the Senate for vote. I encourage Ohioans and all who depend on affordable health care to participate in your democracy by ensuring your elected representatives know where you stand on the extension of these credits.”

“These crucial tax credits lift the financial burden of health care for so many members of our valued Columbus community–especially the most vulnerable and marginalized among us: our elders, disabled people, kids, and other neighbors, depend on health care that doesn’t break the bank.”

“Without this extension, Affordable Care Act enrollees in Ohio could see their health insurance premiums skyrocket. Nationally, 1 in 4 ACA Marketplace enrollees say they will likely go uninsured if their costs doubled – this means people remain sick and some will die; leaving families to face impossible decisions regarding the health of their loved ones.”

“There’s still time not only for this vote but for open enrollment to secure affordable health care.”

 

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

WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) released the following statement after Congresswoman Julia Brownley (CA-26) announced she will not seek another term in the House of Representatives:

“Congresswoman Julia Brownley is a leader guided by integrity and purpose and a relentless advocate for communities across Southern California.

 

From her early service on a local school board, where she fought to ensure students with disabilities were supported, to her work in the California State Assembly and the United States Congress, Julia has built a career grounded in compassion, persistence, and a steadfast belief in public service. She has never lost sight of who government is meant to serve.

 

Julia is my classmate, dear friend and a proud founding member of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, Julia has been a fierce and effective champion for women veterans. She helped lead the fight to address the unique and often overlooked challenges they face, including her leadership on the Female Veterans Suicide Prevention Act and the Deborah Sampson Act. Because of her work, women who served our nation are better supported and better protected.

 

On the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Julia focused on advancing federal investments that modernize critical infrastructure, create jobs, and drive economic growth across Southern California and the nation.

 

Julia is a trusted colleague and friend, and I have been honored to serve, travel and strategically plan alongside her. She will be missed in the House, and I wish her and her family every success and fulfillment in the next chapter ahead.”

 

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

Today, Representative Sharice Davids announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded a total of $1,516,174 for infrastructure upgrades at two local airports in Johnson County. This new funding was made possible by the bipartisan infrastructure law, which Davids was the only member of the Kansas delegation to support.

 

“Johnson County sits at the heart of the country, giving our community a real chance to lead in transportation and logistics,” said Davids. “These airport upgrades from the bipartisan infrastructure law will boost safety, strengthen local businesses, create good-paying jobs, and help our region grow and thrive for years to come.”

 

These new federal investments will support efficient, fiscally responsible airport upgrades in line with the Johnson County Airport Commission’s master plan, which supports economic growth and creates good-paying jobs for the region:

• Johnson County Executive Airport: $712,500
  • For taxiway reconstruction and rehabilitation.
• New Century AirCenter: $803,674
  • For new airfield signage and runway and lighting reconstruction.

 

Davids, a member of the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, previously announced additional federal investment for the two airports. With more than 96,000 operations annually and 183 aircraft based on-site, New Century AirCenter is the second-busiest airport in Kansas. The Executive Airport, which is the fourth busiest towered airport in the state, sees more than 56,000 operations annually and has 143 aircraft based on site.

 

“These funds let us deliver high-impact improvements that enhance safety and prepare our airports to meet growing demand,” said Bryan Johnson, Executive Director, Johnson County Airport Commission. “Just as important, updating the airport’s master plan ensures we’re making smart, future-focused decisions about airfield infrastructure investments that support business expansion, create workforce opportunities, and sustain the momentum of the aviation industry in Johnson County.”

 

The bipartisan infrastructure law, which has been called the most fiscally responsible infrastructure bill in the last decade by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is funded through a combination of new revenues and existing savings. To date, more than $3.2 billion has been invested in Kansas through the bipartisan infrastructure law – from expanding statewide rural broadband access, lead pipe replacements in Olathe, safety initiatives in KCK, and long-overdue upgrades to K-68 in Miami County.

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

Congressman will continue to lead bipartisan, bicameral efforts to prevent disastrous price spikes for tens of thousands of Mainers

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

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-42)

Congressman Ken Calvert voted along with a bipartisan majority (397 to 28) of the House of Representatives to pass H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026.

“The package of appropriations bills approved by the House funds many American priorities, including the fight against fentanyl, restoring American energy dominance, bolstering our nuclear defense systems, and improving water infrastructure,” said Rep. Calvert. “Many of my priorities for our region, California, and the nation were incorporated into this bill. As a senior member of the Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee, I’m pleased this final package includes funding for California water infrastructure. I also strongly support the significant investment the bill makes for the continued modernization of the nuclear weapons stockpile and infrastructure.”

Energy and Water Priorities

• $62.5 million for surface and groundwater storage projects in the Western U.S.
• $12.5 million for water recycling projects in the Western U.S.
• $19.4 million for Forecast Informed Reservoir Operations (FIRO) research program in the West to optimize water storage and reduce flood risk using watershed monitoring and weather forecasts including a report that quantifies the economic value of the water supply benefits produced by this program.
• $20 million to support the Lower Basin States’ work to conserve Colorado River water.
• $14 million for the Coastal Ocean Data System (CODS) buoy network that produces data models for safe and efficient coastal infrastructure planning, maritime commerce, military operations, and emergency response.

Interior and Environment Priorities

• Language directing the EPA to provide a briefing on air quality monitoring data in the Coachella Valley.
• $1.5 billion for Wildland Fire Management
• Eliminates the Office of Navajo and Hopi Relocation
• $3.2 billion for the National Park Service

CJS Priorities

• $105 million, a $2 million increase, for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, which operates the Cyber Tipline that processes and analyzes reports of child exploitation and shares them with the relevant law enforcement agency.
• $3 million for NOAA monitoring and study of atmospheric rivers for the purpose of emergency preparedness.
• $58 million for NASA’s Space Grant Program, which provides monetary support to 52 programs throughout the United States that give kids an introduction into science and aeronautics.
• $2 million for the Drug Enforcement Agency to use emerging wastewater testing technology to monitor and track production and usage of fentanyl.

 

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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 on the December jobs report: 

“With the release of the December jobs report this morning, the results are in: 2025 was the worst year for U.S. job growth since 2020 – the peak of the pandemic. Last month saw only 50,000 jobs added to the U.S. economy, with unemployment hovering around 4.4 percent. Additionally, we saw revisions indicating that 76,000 fewer jobs were created in October and November than previously reported. In all, only 584,000 jobs were added to the economy in the first year of Donald Trump’s second term. That pales in comparison to the more than two million jobs that were added to the US economy in 2024.

“Last month, Donald Trump said America was poised ‘for an economic boom the likes of which the nation has never seen,’ but the numbers suggest we’re going bust. The number of long-term unemployed Americans increased by 375,000 in 2025. Youth employment, Black employment, and manufacturing employment are all lower today than they were a year ago. Indeed, despite Trump’s promise to bring back manufacturing jobs, the American economy lost some 58,000 manufacturing jobs in the past year. 

“And yet, Trump claims that America has the ‘hottest’ economy in the world. As the numbers make clear, however, Trump’s promises about creating new jobs and growing the economy were nothing but hot air.”

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

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV)

Washington D.C. – On Thursday, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) joined her House colleagues in passing a minibus funding package, securing $11.8 million for projects in West Virginia’s First Congressional District. This funding package included the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, and the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. 

“I am thrilled that yesterday’s minibus secured funding for nine of my Community Project Funding requests, bringing meaningful results to West Virginia by investing in public safety, modern infrastructure, and water projects that directly benefit local communities. By prioritizing responsible spending and targeted investments, Congress is ensuring that West Virginia families, businesses, and first responders have the resources they need to thrive now and well into the future,” said Congresswoman Carol Miller.

The projects funded in each bill include: 

Commerce, Justice, and Science:
$340,000 – Fayette County Sheriff’s Department Fleet Upgrades

Energy and Water: 
$5,725,000 – City of Lewisburg’s Water System Improvements

Interior and Environment: 
$750,000 – Webster County Economic Development Authority’s Diana-Guardian Water Line Extension Project

$750,000 – Boone County Public Service District’s Water Improvement Project

$1,000,000 – Buffalo Creek Public Service District’s Water Treatment and Plant Upgrade and Expansion Project

$750,000 – City of Welch’s Combined Sewer Overflow Removal Project 

$750,000 – North Beckley Public Service District’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project 

$750,000 – Region 2 Planning and Development Council’s Crum Water Treatment Plant Project

$1,000,000 – Town of West Hamlin’s Water Treatment Plant Upgrades  

Two additional Community Project Funding requests passed in November 2025, securing over $4 million for West Virginia hospitals. The details of that funding package can be found here.