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

(Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) led 33 House lawmakers in urging the administration to restore displays commemorating the contributions of Black soldiers at the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial that were recently removed. In a letter to the Acting Secretary of the American Battle Monuments Commission, the lawmakers also requested information on why the displays were removed and the process that led to the decision.

“More than one million African Americans fought in WWII, most of whom served in segregated units,” the lawmakers wrote. “They were willing to die for a country that didn’t dignify them with equal opportunities, accommodations, or recognition. Among the thousands of American soldiers laid to rest in Margraten are 172 Black servicemen.

“Following a months-long crusade against diversity initiatives, including attacks on the National Museum of African American History and the removal of slavery exhibits in some national parks, this action marks this administration’s latest attempt to erase not only Black history, but our shared American history,” the lawmakers continued.

“As our country commemorates its veterans this month, it is troubling to see the administration erase many of their contributions,” the lawmakers concluded.

In addition to calling on the ABMC to restore the displays, the lawmakers requested response to the following questions:

1. Why were the two displays removed from the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial?
   1. Was the removal related to the administration’s anti-DEI initiatives?
2. Does the ABMC intend to erase all exhibits acknowledging the accomplishments of Black servicemen?
3. Does the ABMC no longer recognize the contributions made by the 960th QMSC?
   1. Are the sacrifices of the Black servicemen buried in Margraten no longer valued by the ABMC?
4. Will the ABMC commit to putting the panels back on display?
   1. If so, when will the panels be put back on display?

The letter was co-signed by Representatives Joyce Beatty (D-OH), Wesley Bell (D-MO), Shontel Brown (D-OH), Janelle Bynum (D-OR), André Carson (D-IN), Troy Carter (D-LA), Herbert Conaway (D-NJ), Danny Davis (D-IL), Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), Dwight Evans (D-PA), Cleo Fields (D-LA), Al Green (D-TX), Steven Horsford (D-NV), Jonathan Jackson (D-IL), Hank Johnson (D-GA), Robin Kelly (D-IL), Lucy McBath (D-GA), Jennifer McClellan (D-VA), LaMonica McIver (D-NJ), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Stacey Plaskett (D-VI), Mike Quigley (D-IL), David Scott (D-GA), Terri Sewell (D-AL), Lateefah Simon (D-CA), Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Bennie Thompson (D-MS), Rashida Tlaib (D-MI), Marc Veasey (D-TX), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), and Frederica Wilson (D-FL).

Official text of the letter is available here.

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.

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

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), Ranking Member of the Housing & Insurance Subcommittee, and John Rose (R-TN), along with Representatives Mike Flood (R-NE), Lou Correa (D-CA), Monica De La Cruz (R-TX), and Scott Peters (D-CA), introduced the Housing Supply Expansion Act of 2025. The legislation, which has broad bipartisan support, will remove a federal chassis requirement that has served to unnecessarily raise the price of manufactured housing. Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate by Sens. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) and Thom Tillis (R-NC).

Since 1974, federal law has required that manufactured homes include a permanently installed chassis that allows it to be moved even after installation.  This has significantly reduced the ability of young and low-income families to buy their own homes. Removing the permanent-chassis requirement for manufactured homes will lower construction costs, unlock modern design flexibility, and open far more locations for quality, affordable housing.

“Manufactured housing is a key component to the nation’s supply of quality, safe, and affordable housing,” said Ranking Member Cleaver. “By removing an outdated requirement that manufactured homes retain a permanent chassis, we can increase design innovation, reduce costs, and provide relief to more American families and communities. I look forward to working with Representative Rose and our colleagues to see this bipartisan, common sense update passed into law.”

“Manufactured housing is a great way to get more families into homes that they own,” Rep. Rose said. “Rent prices across Tennessee continue to soar because demand for housing still far exceeds supply. By striking this outdated restriction on manufactured homes, my legislation will increase supply and ultimately help bring home prices down for everyone.”

“In order to get more young families on the path towards achieving the American Dream, we need more single-family homes at affordable price points. Manufactured homes are one type of product that can help fill that void in our market,” said Congressman Flood. “The Housing Supply Expansion Act updates outdated rules applying to manufactured housing, and it makes changes that will ultimately get more supply on the market. I am proud to join Congressman John Rose, Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, Congressman Scott Peters, Congressman Lou Correa and Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz in introducing this very important piece of legislation.”

“Manufactured housing is one of the most affordable options on the market, but outdated regulations are keeping new designs from becoming widely available,” Rep. Correa said. “This legislation is a win-win, it unlocks more opportunities for affordable housing in California, without driving up costs for the government.”

“Access to affordable housing is a top concern for South Texas families.,” said Rep. De La Cruz. “By updating outdated regulations and cutting red tape, the Housing Supply Expansion Act will expand housing options and open the door for innovation in manufactured housing. As Vice Chair of the Housing and Insurance Subcommittee, I am committed to ensuring families can find a home that meets their needs and achieve their dream of homeownership.”

“San Diego suffers from a housing crisis that threatens prosperity; we can help remedy this by building more affordable and accessible housing,” said Rep. Peters. “The Housing Supply Expansion Act will make it easier and cheaper to build manufactured homes. This provision has already advanced through the Senate. I look forward to working with Congressman Rose to get this bill across the finish line so we can put homeownership back within reach for countless San Diegans.”  

Official text of the Housing Supply Expansion Act is available here.

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.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (District of Columbia)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) released her remarks and question line after speaking at today’s Transportation Subcommittee on Aviation hearing on Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), a term that refers to electric aircraft or unmanned aircraft. Norton used the hearing as an opportunity to highlight how AAM produces less aviation noise than a conventional aircraft, particularly through the ability of some electric models to take-off and land virtually. 

Norton’s remarks follow, as prepared for delivery.

Remarks of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton

House Transportation Subcommittee on Aviation Hearing on “America Builds: The State of the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry”

December 3, 2025

As a co-chair of the Quiet Skies Caucus and the member who represents the District of Columbia, which is plagued by airplane and helicopter noise, I support advanced air mobility technology that can reduce aviation noise.  I am pleased we were able to get advanced aviation mobility provisions included in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.  Advanced aviation mobility that allows for electric vertical takeoff and landing would be especially beneficial to airport-adjacent communities like DC, since takeoffs and landings are a source of aviation noise. 

Q: Mr. Clark, in your testimony, you mentioned the noise benefits of electric airplanes and helicopters.  Could this technology be incorporated into the federal government helicopters that frequently fly over the District of Columbia?

Q: What else can Congress do to facilitate the development of low noise advanced aviation mobility?

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (District of Columbia)

The Committee also pulled Norton’s bill to rename a post office after Chuck Brown from the agenda less than an hour before the markup began.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (District of Columbia)

The Oversight Committee will mark up the two bills at 10:00 a.m. today. The live stream is available to view here.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (District of Columbia)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) introduced the District of Columbia Special Elections Home Rule Act, which would give the District complete authority to set the date of special elections for local offices, as other jurisdictions already have. The bill would remove a limitation on the District that is not only inconsistent with the self-government authority granted by the Home Rule Act, but is also counterproductive. This bill would strengthen the District’s home-rule authority and does not require statehood.

“Originally, the Home Rule Act required the Board of Elections to hold special elections on the first Tuesday more than 114 days from when the vacancy occurred,” Norton said. “This inflexibility led to special elections being held on religious holidays and forced the District to hold a special election separate from an upcoming general election, costing taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars in unnecessary extra costs. A 2012 law I got enacted requires the Board of Elections to hold a special election on a Tuesday occurring between 70 and 174 days after the vacancy. This bill would provide even greater flexibility for the District.”

Pending passage and enactment of her D.C. statehood bill, Norton introduces legislation to reduce the federal government’s control over local D.C. matters and to expand D.C. equality.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (District of Columbia)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) announced the victories she secured in the Senate’s fiscal year (FY) 2026 District of Columbia Appropriations bill, which was released yesterday. In addition to other victories for D.C., the bill would secure $40 million for the D.C. Tuition Assistance Grant Program (DCTAG) and increase the DCTAG annual and lifetime awards. Notably, the bill does not contain 18 of the anti-home rule riders included in the House version of the bill.

Norton secured the following victories:

• The bill provides $40 million for DCTAG, an increase in the annual DCTAG award from $10,000 to $15,000, and an increase in the lifetime DCTAG award from $50,000 to $75,000.
• The bill has only the two existing legacy riders, prohibiting D.C. from spending its own local funds on abortion services for low-income women and prohibiting D.C. from spending its own local funds to commercialize adult-use marijuana, whereas the House version of the bill contained 20 anti-home rule riders.
• The bill would provide $50 million for emergency planning and security costs related to the federal presence in D.C.
• The bill exempts D.C. from federal government shutdowns in FY 2027.
• The bill provides $6 million for D.C. Water for ongoing work to control flooding in D.C. and to clean up the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers and Rock Creek Park.
• The bill provides $4 million to combat HIV/AIDS in D.C.
• The bill provides $600,000 for the Major General David F. Wherley, Jr. District of Columbia National Guard Retention and College Access Program.

Norton expressed disappointment that the bill would continue to prohibit the District from spending its own local funds on abortion services for low-income women and on recreational marijuana commercialization.

“Although I am disappointed that the marijuana and abortion riders are included yet again in the D.C. appropriation bill, I am pleased that the 18 other riders that were included in the House version were not,” Norton said. “D.C. has a larger population than two states, and its residents are equally worthy of deciding their own local affairs. The 700,000 people who live in the nation’s capital are no less worthy of the benefits of democracy than any other American, and I will use every tool at my disposal to see that they receive as many of those benefits as possible.”

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

COLUMBUS, Ga. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) shared the following statement upon the passing of Bishop Reginald Jackson:

“Bishop Reginald Thomas Jackson was a revered leader and a steadfast advocate for justice, equality, and compassion. His unwavering commitment to serving both our faith community and the broader society has left an indelible mark on countless lives both in Georgia and beyond.

“He tirelessly pursued social justice, education, and community service and was instrumental in addressing the pressing challenges of our time. 

“Though we are deeply saddened by his loss, we take comfort in his legacy which will continue to inspire future generations.

“My wife, Vivian, and I extend our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to his family, friends, and all who were touched by his ministry. May his soul rest in peace, and may we honor his memory by continuing the work he so passionately championed.”

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

PHOTO: Congressman Bishop welcomes presenters and audience members to the 2025 Military Family Summit hosted by the Congressional Military Family Caucus at the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center in Georgia in August.

WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Representatives Jen Kiggans (R-VA) and Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Military Families Caucus, introduced H.R. 6146, the Stabilizing Tours to Advance Readiness (STAY) Act, a bipartisan bill to reduce unnecessary Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves and improve quality of life for military families.

Military families move every 2–3 years, often with little predictability. This creates challenges for retention, spouse employment, children’s education, and community stability. These frequent moves also impose substantial costs on the Department of Defense.

The STAY Act requires the Department of Defense to conduct a comprehensive review of PCS frequency and Navy sea–shore rotations, and to identify opportunities to extend tour lengths where mission readiness would not be affected.

“Our servicemembers put themselves in harm’s way and make huge sacrifices in defense of our country. By instructing the Defense Department to review PCS frequency, not only are we ensuring that we do our best to reduce waste and improve efficiency as well as retention, but also we are creating greater stability for our military families so that they can live, learn, work, and enjoy stronger ties to the communities in which they live,” said Rep. Bishop.

“As a Navy veteran, military spouse, and mom of a servicemember, I know how disruptive constant PCS moves can be,” said Rep. Kiggans. “Frequent relocations strain families, impact children’s education, and make it harder for military spouses to build stable careers. The STAY Act takes a data-driven approach to reduce unnecessary moves, strengthen family stability, and help the services retain the talented people they need to win.”

About the STAY Act

The bill requires the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness to submit a report to Congress evaluating ways to reduce unnecessary moves and rotations. Specifically, the report must:

• Analyze PCS and sea–shore rotation costs and the potential savings of reducing move frequency;
• Assess the impacts of frequent PCS moves on retention, spouse employment, and children’s education;
• Identify billets and duty stations where longer tours would be feasible without harming readiness or career progression;
• Recommend any legislative or policy changes needed to pilot or implement longer tour lengths.

Why It Matters

Frequent PCS moves create well-documented challenges for military families, including:

• Spouse unemployment rates consistently 3–5 times the national average;
• School transitions that disrupt academic achievement and special education continuity;
• Loss of community ties and support networks;
• Significant relocation costs borne by DoD and taxpayers.

Virginia’s Second Congressional District is home to thousands of Navy families and NAS Oceana and Georgia’s Second Congressional District, home to a multitude of Army, Air Force, and Marine Corps families at Ft. Benning, Robins AFB, and Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany. Reducing unnecessary moves for these communities, as well as the hundreds of others across the country and world that are home to U.S. military installations, would provide greater stability for local schools, employers, and service members.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Danny K Davis (7th District of Illinois)

Chicago, Il — Congressman Danny K. Davis (IL-07) has been named the most effective Democratic lawmaker in the U.S. House of Representatives on Welfare policy for the 118th Congress, according to the newly released Interest & Legislative Effectiveness Scores from the Center for Effective Lawmaking (CEL).

CEL’s comprehensive analysis ranks Members of Congress based on their ability to advance substantive, meaningful legislation. Congressman Davis earned the top ranking among all House Democrats in the Welfare policy arena—an area in which he has long been a national leader, championing legislation to strengthen social safety-net programs, reduce poverty, support children and families, expand access to healthcare, and promote economic mobility.

“I have spent my entire career fighting to ensure every person, no matter their circumstance, has access to opportunity, dignity, and the basic supports needed to thrive,” said Congressman Danny K. Davis. “This recognition reflects the work of my staff, my colleagues in Congress, and the advocates and organizations on the ground in Chicago and across the nation who push us to keep expanding justice. Our communities deserve effective representation, and I will continue legislating with urgency and purpose.”

Davis has consistently been one of Congress’ most active lawmakers on issues central to working families and vulnerable populations, authoring and advancing legislation on child welfare, foster care, reentry, nutrition programs, childcare access, and family economic stability.

CEL’s full analysis and rankings are publicly available:
• Executive Summary: https://thelawmakers.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/118th_ILES_Highlights_final_20251117.pdf
• Full Scores: https://thelawmakers.org/find-representatives