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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Judy Chu (CA2-27)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 341-88 to pass H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. This minibus provides full Fiscal Year 2026 funding for three appropriations bills: Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education; Defense; and Transportation and Housing and Urban Development. Rep. Chu (CA-28) released the following statement: 

“Today’s bill makes important progress toward protecting the programs our communities rely on and rejecting the Trump administration’s plan to cut funding for public services by tens of billions of dollars. While I would have liked to see even stronger investments, I am pleased that this bill makes progress in relieving cost-of-living pressures for American families by mandating robust funding for affordable child care and housing, public health, transportation infrastructure, and more. Democrats also successfully eliminated dozens of extreme Republican policy riders that would have limited access to reproductive health care, removed worker protections, cut infrastructure projects in blue states, and more,” said Rep. Chu. “However, I am disappointed that this bill would increase funding to a Department of Defense budget that is already bloated, while also putting no meaningful guardrails on the Trump administration’s reckless actions in Venezuela or their threats of use of force against places like Iran and Greenland. Despite my disappointment, this legislation helps restore Congress’s role in deciding how taxpayer dollars get spent and makes meaningful progress in preserving some of our federal government’s most important functions.”

Rep. Chu secured more than $7 million in funding for nine projects that will directly benefit residents of California’s 28th District.

• $2 million for the Arcadia and U.S. Forest Service Joint Fire Training Center
  • This funding will support a joint fire training center between the City of Arcadia and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to facilitate Class-A live fire training including structural firefighting, wildland urban interface firefighting, Urban Search & Rescue, and more. This will contribute to faster and more effective response times for real incidents.
• $500,000 for the Altadena Community Center Facility Improvements and ADA Upgrades
  • The funding will help install updated fixtures, lighting, HVAC, and ADA accessibility upgrades in the Altadena Community Center, the sole remaining community center in the area following the Eaton Fire.
• $1 million for the Pasadena Jackie Robinson Community Center – Facility Improvements and ADA Upgrades
  • This funding will help make facility-wide ADA accessibility upgrades, energy-efficient lighting upgrades, HVAC maintenance, remodeling of community service staff areas, and more to revitalize the Jackie Robinson Community Center of Northwest Pasadena.
• $850,000 for the Temple City Lower Azusa Road Resurfacing and ADA Improvements
  • This funding will institute street resurfacing, sidewalk construction, and ADA improvements for Lower Azusa Road, a major east-west corridor that runs through the City of Temple City, to bolster pedestrian mobility and accessibility and improve the flow of traffic.
• $850,000 for the Foothill Transit Zero-Emissions Bus Program
  • This funding will replace 6 retirement-eligible compressed natural gas buses with zero-emissions buses and will help construct fueling stations throughout the service area, to deliver cleaner, smarter transit service.
• $850,000 for the Claremont South Village Public Infrastructure Improvements
  • This funding will make public improvements, including streets, medians, traffic signals, sewers, storm drains, utilities, and public open spaces to support the development of the South Village and stimulate more housing production, public transit ridership, and economic activity in the region.
• $500,000 for the Rosemead Garvey Avenue Community Center Renovation Project
  • This funding will help renovate the Garvey Avenue Community Center, including the repainting of the entire facility, replacement of flooring, renovation of the existing six restrooms, replacement of the exterior lighting fixtures with brighter and energy-efficient fixtures, and renovation of the kitchen.
• $250,000 for the San Gabriel Valley Regional Housing Trust Project Pipeline
  • This funding will support site acquisition, construction, and capital improvements of affordable housing developments as prioritized by the San Gabriel Valley Project Pipeline, a list of affordable and homeless housing projects in need of gap financing.
• $250,000 for the Monterey Park Fire Station 63 Reconstruction Project
  • This funding will support the demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station 63 and the attached training tower that were previously damaged and made unsafe by an earthquake. The reconstructed station will improve public safety and will be better sized and equipped to handle increased demand for fire and emergency services.

“I am proud to have secured $7,050,000 in Community Project Funding in this bill to support projects across my district,” Rep. Chu continued. “These investments will advance public safety, modernize infrastructure and community services, and improve transportation throughout our region. This funding will be especially critical as we continue to recover and rebuild from the Eaton Fire, and I’m proud to be bringing these federal dollars directly to our community.”

The bill also: 

• Reasserts Congress’s power of the purse through mandatory staffing thresholds, notification requirements, and funding tables
• Increases funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) by $400 million, investing in cutting-edge research to develop cures and treatments
• Increases funding for Child Care and Head Start by $170 million, helping provide hard-working families access to early childhood education and child care
• Provides $66.6 billion in funding for rental assistance programs, rejecting President Trump’s efforts to cut funding for these programs in half
• Provides an increase of $1.6 billion for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), including funding to expand the air traffic controller workforce by 2,500 personnel, improve facilities and equipment, and modernize the nation’s air traffic control towers
• Fully funds the 3.8 percent pay raise for military personnel

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Judy Chu (CA2-27)

“Under President Trump and Secretary Noem’s watch, ICE has devolved into a lawless militia with no regard for the rule of law or the American people’s safety. Trump has enabled ICE to operate with impunity, violate civil rights, and arrest anyone they please, even for explicitly discriminatory reasons like their accent or ethnicity. I cannot support legislation that increases funding while delivering no accountability measures for an out-of-control agency that has brought violence to communities across the country, including my district in Southern California. People – citizens and immigrants alike – are living in fear. 

“But Republicans advanced a Homeland Security funding bill that fails to include any oversight or accountability measures to curb ICE’s reign of terror and protect immigrants and U.S. citizens from the Trump administration’s mass deportation agenda. Because of Trump’s Big Ugly Law, ICE is already the largest law enforcement agency in the country. Congress should be reining them in, not expanding their resources. 

“I will always fight to protect the rights of immigrants and all Americans who call our country home, especially as Donald Trump works to do the opposite. That is why I voted no against this bill, and will continue to work in Congress to hold ICE and the Trump administration accountable.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04)

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) voted in favor of H.R. 7149, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026, which includes funding for Defense; Labor, Health, and Human Services, Education; and Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development, and H.R. 7147, the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2026. After voting in favor of the bills, Congressman Cole released the following statement:

“Over the past 250 years in America, we have created the greatest volunteer military in the world, made significant medical advances through biomedical research, improved transportation through the Interstate Highway System, and transformed security preparedness across all domains. Today, in passing these full-year funding measures, we recognized that legacy and our obligation to carry it forward,” said Congressman Cole.

“These bills champion American military power, support lifesaving biomedical research and resilient medical supply chains, and back the growth of America’s transportation sector. Additionally, the Homeland Security funding bill provides for much-needed investments into enhanced border security, as well as other measures essential to protecting the American homeland from terrorists, narco-traffickers, criminals, and other bad actors who wish us harm,” said Congressman Cole.

“Today, the House of Representatives finished the job, as we have now officially passed all twelve funding bills for the Fiscal Year 2026. Subcommittee Chairmen Calvert, Aderholt, Womack, and Amodei have worked hard to get this legislation across the finish line, and I look forward to seeing it placed on President Trump’s desk,” said Congressman Cole. 

Key Provisions in the Defense; Labor, Health, and Human Services, Education; Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development; and Homeland Security Appropriations Acts of 2026

Defense

• Champions American military superiority enhancing investments in 5^th and 6^th generation aircraft.
• Boosts production of munitions critical to winning conflicts with pacing adversaries like China.
• Provides $13.3 billion for Special Operations Forces operations, equipment, and capabilities development.
• Provides a 3.8% pay raise for all servicemembers.
• Provides a 1% civilian employee pay increase.
• Combats international actors who facilitate drug manufacturing and trafficking into our country.
• Ensures no funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, Critical Race Theory, or abortion-related travel at the Pentagon.

Labor, Health, and Human Services, Education

• Protects the right to life by maintaining the Hyde Amendment, which prohibits taxpayer funding for abortion on demand.
• Maintains the Dickey Amendment, which ensures that federal funds cannot be used to advocate or promote restrictions to Second Amendment rights.
• Rescinds the Biden Administration’s massive expansion of the IRS.
• Champions President Trump and Secretary Kennedy’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda.
• Increases funding to train workers and educate students in rural America.
• Provides $48.7 billion to ensure America remains the pioneer in biomedical research.
• Prioritizes increased funding for the Social Security Administration to enhance frontline customer service provided directly for America’s seniors.

Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development

• Increases funding for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by $1.588 billion, which will keep our skies safe and help build a world-class air traffic control system.
• Provides the FAA with resources to hire 2,500 new air traffic controllers.
• Invests in highway and airport infrastructure.
• Codifies DOGE recommendations to reduce the federal bureaucracy at Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development agencies by 29%.
• Reinforces citizenship requirements for housing assistance.
• Prohibits the Department of Transportation from enforcing COVID-19 mask mandates on public transportation conveyances and transportation hubs.
• Maintains “Buy American” provisions.

Homeland Security

• Realigns the Department of Homeland Security’s priorities around its fundamental mission: defending the nation against the threat imposed by terrorists, criminals, and foreign adversaries to ensure the safety and security of every American.
• Enhances resources to detect and counter the spread of deadly drugs.
• Partners with state and local law enforcement to enhance immigration enforcement and homeland defense capabilities.
• Bolsters disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts for U.S. communities through increased grant funding for firefighters and first responders.
• Includes a military pay raise for Coast Guard servicemembers.
• Provides $513 million to sustain 22,000 Border Patrol agents, $3.8 billion for custody operations to strengthen this Administration’s efforts to detain and deport all criminal and removable aliens, and $420 million to hire critical positions at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to counter the threat from China.
• Ends programs that incentivize illegal immigration.

Oklahoma Priorities/ Congressman Cole Secured in the Defense; Labor, Health, and Human Services, Education; Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development; and Homeland Security Appropriations Acts of 2026

Defense

• $715 million for Paladin Integrate Management to support ammunition operations and testing at Fort Sill.
• $740 million for programs that support operations, soldier health, and counter-UAS advancements at Fort Sill.
• Includes language to safeguard and prevent the closure of the Fort Sill National Historic Landmark and Museum.
• $1.1 billion for research, development, test, and evaluation of the E-7 Wedgetail to help accelerate this replacement for the aging E-3 AWACS platform at Tinker Air Force Base.
• Includes language to protect and bolster the E-7 Wedgetail aircraft program and prohibits funds to pause, cancel, or terminate the program.
• $1.17 billion for programs that support operations at Tinker Air Force Base including advancements in additive manufacturing and 3D printing capabilities.
• $17 million for the Indian Incentive Program to support Native American economic development initiatives.
• $1.043 billion for TACAMO Modernization to support the Navy’s strategic command missions at Tinker Air Force Base.
• Over $180 million for programs and industry support located within the Fires Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator (FISTA) in Lawton, Oklahoma. This includes support for advancements in counter-UAS, AI implementation, and surveillance technology.
• Over $160 million for advancements in radar technology, MRADS, software innovations, and fuel capability enhancements in partnership or led by the University of Oklahoma.
• Over $256 million in cutting-edge technologies and innovations spearheaded by industries in Lawton, Ardmore, Chickasha, Duncan, and Oklahoma City.

Labor, Health, and Human Services, Education

• 3 to 13% in tribal set-asides for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program, Tribal Epidemiology Centers, Child Care and Development Block Grant, and opioid response grants.
• $207.4 million for tribal behavioral grants for substance abuse prevention and mental health programs.
• $6 million for Tribal minority HIV/AIDS Prevention and Treatment program.
• Includes language supporting a National Rural Water Apprenticeship Program to promote workforce development and opportunities.
• $116.8 million for Native American Caregiver, Nutrition Support Services, and Native American training and employment programs.
• $67.8 million for Tribally Controlled Colleges, Universities, and Postsecondary Career and Technical Institutions.
• $602.9 million for universal flu vaccine research, pandemic influenza preparedness, and Infectious Disease Rapid Response Reserve Fund.
• $415 million increase for the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
• $100 million increase in Alzheimer’s disease research funding across the NIH.
• $75 million for Medical Student Education grants to improve primary care physician training in rural and underserved areas.
• $27 million for the Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country program to promote chronic disease prevention in Tribal communities.
• $735 million in Public Health Emergency Preparedness Cooperative Agreement Program, which aids public health departments to respond effectively to public health threats.
• $450.95 million for the Institutional Development Award Program (IDeA), which increases biomedical research capacity in States with the lowest levels of NIH funding.
• $63.5 million for Native American social and economic programs to improve the wellbeing of Native people and local economy.
• $9 million for the Improving Native American Cancer Outcomes Program to address higher cancer incidence and mortality among Native Americans.
• $12.4 million in funding for Head Start.
• $1.05 billion for Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA).
• $850 million for Project Bioshield, a secure funding source for the purchase of critical medical countermeasures, such as vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics.
• $1 billion for the Strategic National Stockpile.
• $1.191 billion for TRIO.
• $388 million for GEAR UP.
• $13 million for Rural Community Facilities Technical Assistance Program.
• $4.045 billion for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
• Report language requiring CDC funds to State health departments be passed through to local health departments.
• $10 million for the ALS Registry.
• $2.1 million for Interstitial Cystitis research.
• $6 million for the Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health.
• $440 million for the Charter Schools Program.
• Report language promoting training and technical assistance to Community Health Centers.
• $14.365 million for national activities within the Office of Indian Education.
• $1.477 billion for Impact Aid Basic Support Payments, which provides support for federally impacted schools that don’t receive traditional funding through local taxes, such as schools serving a high percentage of military or Native American students.
• $38 million for Special Olympics.
• $185 million in state grants for employment and training services for veterans.
• $3 million for Strengthening State Indian Child Welfare Act Compliance.

Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development

• $7 million for Haliburton Field Improvements at Duncan Municipal Airport.
• $15 million for Ada Regional Airport improvements.
• $17.1 million for the University of Oklahoma Westheimer Airport improvements.
• $3.96 million for the City of Lindsay’s New Electrical Substation.
• $4.34 million for the Walters Public Works Authority Substation Rebuild and Capacity Enhancement Project.
• $5 million for the City of Lawton’s Alternate Water Supply.
• $6.286 million for the Pauls Valley Lake Emergency Overflow Spillway project.
• $7 million for Goldsby Municipal Water improvements.
• $7.5 million for Ardmore Storm Water and Street improvements.
• $8.45 million for the Chickasaw Nation Water Quality and Hazardous Substance Testing Center.
• $11.5 million for the Fires Innovation Science and Technology Accelerator’s (FISTA) Science and Technology Convergence Institute.
• $12 million for the Newcastle Wastewater Treatment Facility.
• $4 million for the FAA to continue the work established in Fiscal Year 2024 at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, in partnership with aviation manufacturers, to accelerate testing, certification, and the implementation of new radio altimeter capabilities consistent with the next generation of avionics standards.
• Includes language preventing funds to be used for the construction of a second Air Traffic Control Training Academy.
• $13.71 billion for FAA operations.
• $4 billion for FAA facilities and equipment.
• $1.236 billion for the Native American housing block grant program.
• $200 million for the Tribal transportation program.
• $1.8 million for the Indian housing guarantee fund program.
• $1 million for the Title VI Loan Program under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA).
• $10 million for the Tribal HUD-VASH program.
• $14 million for Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) research that will support the FAA in their mission to integrate UAS into the National Airspace System, complimenting the work being done at the University of Oklahoma.
• $158 million for the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation.
• $57.5 million for housing counseling assistance at HUD.
• $1.031 billion for housing for the elderly.
• $529 million for housing opportunities for people with AIDS.
• $5 million to support the wide adoption of multiple technologies that provide the necessary GPS backup and complementary position, navigation, and timing.
• $3.3 billion for the community development block grant program at HUD.
• $10 million to test the utilization of high-powered microwave systems in the national airspace system to defend against unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center.
• $7.426 million for consolidated rail infrastructure and safety improvements.
• $10 million to address lead and other residential environmental stressors in low-income communities in older housing stock.

Homeland Security

• $48 million for the Next Generation Warning System Grant Program that funds public safety communications infrastructure.
• $11.4 million for the National Dam Safety grants to assist states in mitigating and repairing high risk dams.
• $494 million for the State Homeland Security Program, which funds the Oklahoma Counter Terrorism Intelligence Center (OCTIC).
• $14.25 million provided for the Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program.
• $5 million for Long-Endurance Unmanned Aircraft Systems within CBP, which are currently developed at Fort Sill.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House will consider a four-bill package including the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill. 

“As Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, as well as Chairman of the House Values Action Team, I strongly support the package on the floor today.”

“Negotiations through a deliberate, Member-driven process led to this legislation– including community project funding that invests directly in communities across this country—all of which is subject to longstanding pro-life protections. “

“Protection of life is foundational to the success of this country and will always be a top priority for me as I consider legislation that is pending before the House.  I applaud the continued pro-life protections in this bipartisan, bicameral package.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04)

It has now been one year since President Donald J. Trump was inaugurated for a second term, and America began a long overdue course correction. It was a great moment standing in the Capitol Rotunda last year watching President Trump take the oath of office.

In just twelve months, the Trump administration has delivered real results that Americans can see in their daily lives by restoring law and order at our border, reining in a runaway federal government, and reaffirming a simple but essential principle: this nation belongs to its citizens, and its leaders are accountable to them.

Probably the clearest example of that leadership is the southern border. For years, Americans were told by the Biden administration that nothing could be done without Congress passing a new law. That excuse has now been fully exposed. We did not need new laws; we needed a President willing to act.

I saw firsthand the consequences of inaction when I visited the border in January 2024. What I witnessed was a system in collapse. Large stretches were effectively wide open. I could literally see people walking across the shallow areas of the Rio Grande River and into the United States, unimpeded. Border patrol agents were overwhelmed. Communities were strained. The message being sent to the world was unmistakable: come now, and you will likely get in.

Today, that message has been reversed. Under President Trump’s leadership, illegal crossings have plummeted in many sectors. The border is no longer treated as a suggestion, but as a sovereign boundary. The difference is simple. The Biden administration chose to look the other way and then blamed Congress. President Trump chose to enforce the law. The result has been immediate, measurable, and historic.

Border security is not just about stopping illegal entry; it is about protecting our communities. That is why President Trump has directed federal law enforcement to focus on removing criminal illegal aliens. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has increased enforcement actions nationwide, targeting offenders who have already demonstrated contempt for our laws. Here in Alabama, ICE recently worked alongside the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office to detain 14 illegal aliens, 12 of whom had prior criminal offenses for serious crimes. That is exactly the kind of coordinated enforcement effort Americans expect and deserve.

Restoring the rule of law at the border and within our communities is essential to ensuring families can once again feel safe in their neighborhoods. A country that cannot control its borders cannot control its future.

Just as importantly, President Trump and congressional Republicans have renewed their commitment to putting taxpayers first and restoring fiscal discipline. The One Big Beautiful Bill reflects that effort and shows what can happen when the White House and Congress work together to deliver real solutions. I fought to include priorities that directly benefit hardworking families, including a strong child tax credit and support for rural hospitals. Those provisions matter. They help parents keep more of what they earn and ensure that families in rural communities can continue to access care close to home.

America’s renewed strength at home has also restored respect abroad. After years of drift and hesitation, President Trump has reestablished a foreign policy rooted in strength, clarity, and results. When Iran threatened regional and global stability, President Trump acted decisively against its nuclear facilities, making clear that the United States will not tolerate nuclear brinkmanship. That resolve reassured our allies and sent a clear message to adversaries that America means what it says. And likewise, he did not allow Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro to hide in his palace to avoid justice for his crimes against Americans. 

That same leadership helped bring an end to the war in Gaza, demonstrating that firm diplomacy backed by credible strength can still produce peace. Beyond the Middle East, President Trump has worked to negotiate peace agreements and security arrangements around the world, prioritizing stability over endless conflict. While the Russia–Ukraine war remains unresolved, he continues pressing all sides toward a negotiated solution that ends bloodshed without drawing the United States into another open-ended foreign entanglement.

I can’t talk about President Trump’s first year in office without also mentioning United States Space Command. As you are well aware, Redstone Arsenal was selected as the permanent home of Space Command based on merit. Its temporary location in Colorado Springs didn’t even finish second, third, or fourth in the evaluation process. Nevertheless, President Biden reversed that decision for purely political reasons. President Trump restored Space Command to where it rightfully belongs, and I was proud to participate in the groundbreaking ceremony with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in December.

The contrast after one year is undeniable. We have moved from excuses to action, from chaos to order, and from a Washington that too often protects itself into a government that is being forced to answer to the American people again.

This anniversary is more than a milestone. It is proof that leadership matters. When a President enforces the law, defends our sovereignty, stands up for taxpayers, and leads with strength on the world stage, America wins. President Trump’s first year back in office has shown what is possible when we put America first, and we are just getting started.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Suzanne Bonamici (1st District Oregon)

WASHINGTON, DC [1/21/26] – Today Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) announced the details for two upcoming town hall meetings.

The first town hall meeting will be held at Forest Grove High School on January 28 at 6 p.m. The second town hall meeting will be held virtually by phone during the State of the Union, which is expected to take place at 6 p.m. on Feb. 24.

“This is a critical time for Oregonians to come together and discuss how federal policies are affecting their lives,” said Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici. “The Trump administration’s aggressive tactics and policies are making life more expensive, unpredictable, and dangerous for people across the state. These town hall meetings will be opportunities for Oregonians to come together during these challenging times to express their concerns and share their ideas.”
             
Members of Bonamici’s staff will be at the Forest Grove town hall meeting to assist anyone who is experiencing problems with federal agencies, including the VA, Social Security Administration, immigration, and IRS.

Town Hall Meeting at Forest Grove High School
Wednesday, January 28 – 6 p.m.
Forest Grove High School – Auditorium
1401 Nichols Ln, Forest Grove

Telephone Town Hall Meeting During the State of the Union
Expected February 24 at 6 p.m.
Click here to sign up to receive a call

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE)

Today, during an emergency session of the House Rules Committee, Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE), reaffirmed his commitment to securing nationwide, year-round E15 ahead of the summertime driving season.

During his testimony, Smith confirmed his participation in the newly formed E15 Rural Domestic Energy Council. Additionally, Smith stressed a results-driven commitment to securing a viable path forward for the updated proposal of his Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailers Choice Act.
 

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Remarks as prepared for delivery:

Thank you for the opportunity to speak on this important issue today.

America’s farmers have been clear from the very beginning: they need reliable markets to sell their products. They need certainty. They need opportunity. They need access.

My updated proposal of the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailers Choice Act delivers exactly that. Expanding ethanol blends has a proven track record of expanding market access, lowering prices at the pump, and giving consumers more choices—without mandates or new costs to taxpayers. It works, and it works for everyone in the fuel supply chain.

The amendment before you today is the result of diligent discussions over the last few months. While I recognize there is still much to be ironed out, it is important to recognize how far we have come.

For the past two years I have been leading the charge to bring agriculture, biofuel, and petroleum stakeholders together in order to deliver regulatory relief and provide certainty. Something that strengthens every link in our domestic energy supply chain.

Now, I recognize there is still work to be done and I am encouraged by the creation of the E15 Rural Domestic Energy Council.

But let me be absolutely clear: this council is not a substitute for action, and I refuse to let it be utilized as a delaying tactic. It is a results-driven commitment.

My colleagues and I on this council will deliver a viable, durable path forward for nationwide, year-round E15.

Right now, Congress faces a choice. A simple choice. We can stick with the bureaucratic and uncertain status quo with patchwork regulations. Or we can work together to take meaningful action that supports America’s farmers, lowers fuel costs for families, and strengthens our nation’s energy security.

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

Today, Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03), founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus, announced that the U.S. House passed $100 million to help transit agencies cover costs associated with hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026. The investment follows a Capitol Hill briefing hosted by Davids, who represents a host city, where transit leaders from across the country made the case for federal support to ensure the tournament’s success.

“With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to be the largest sporting event in history, this $100 million investment ensures fans can get to every match safely and efficiently,” said Davids. “But it’s also about more than just moving people — it’s about supporting local communities, strengthening transit systems for generations to come, and making sure this historic tournament leaves a lasting benefit long after the final whistle. I’m hopeful that all levels of government will continue working together to make this an incredible success for everyone involved.”

“As Georgia prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the more than $9 million in transit funding will help ensure that visitors and fans from around the world experience the warm hospitality the South is known for,” said Representative Buddy Carter (R-GA-01). “Having successfully hosted international events in the past, Georgia is well-prepared to put these transportation dollars to work to deliver a seamless, world-class event that fans will remember for a lifetime.”

The Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) Fiscal Year 2026 spending bill, passed by the U.S. House today, included $100,250,212 for “eligible planning, capital, and operating expenses for equipment and facilities in support of matches or other public events held in domestic host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026.” Transit agencies in host cities praised the bipartisan funding effort.

Davids’ previous World Cup transit discussion brought together representatives from World Cup host cities to share the planning already underway, the anticipated challenges facing their transit systems, and the resources needed from all levels of government. The event served as a call to action for coordinated, proactive investment in infrastructure and operations, which the U.S. House passed today.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest sporting event in history, with the United States hosting 78 matches over 39 days across 11 cities in nine states. Each host city will not only manage the matches themselves, but also the daily celebrations and movement of tens of thousands of visitors. To meet FIFA’s requirements, each stadium must be supported by a nearby airport capable of handling at least 1,450 passengers per hour. The economic impact is expected to be significant — generating an estimated 185,000 full-time jobs nationwide, $30.5 billion in gross output, and $17.2 billion in GDP.

Partner Quotes:

“We’re pleased Congress recognizes that world-class events require world-class public transportation,” said Paul P. Skoutelas, President and CEO, American Public Transportation Association (APTA). “The $100.3 million for FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities will help transit agencies plan, operate, and expand service to move millions of fans safely and efficiently. We are especially grateful to Rep. Davis for her leadership in championing this funding. These investments put American public transportation on the global stage while delivering long-term benefits for the communities that host them.”

“KCATA has been proud to support Representative Davids’ efforts to secure transit funding for the FIFA World Cup since she founded the bipartisan Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus. Her leadership and persistence will help ensure the Kansas City region can deliver the expanded, reliable transit service needed to safely move residents and visitors during the summer of 2026, while supporting local businesses and maximizing the World Cup’s regional economic impact,” said Reginald Townsend, Board Chairman, Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA). “We are deeply grateful for her commitment to public safety, economic vitality, and the long-term mobility needs of our region.”

“We appreciate the U.S. Congress taking the important step to approve transit-related funding to help Dallas-Fort Worth and other U.S. markets hosting the FIFA World Cup this summer,” said Michael Morris, P.E., Director of Transportation, Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Planning Organization, Volunteer Transportation Chair to the North Texas FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Committee. “Transit will play a crucial role in safely and efficiently delivering fans from across the world to matches and related events. We thank the U.S. Congress for highlighting the importance that transit plays in the delivery of major international special events. This funding will help our region’s transit systems provide our valued national and international visitors with a world-class experience while in Dallas-Fort Worth.”

“Johnson County is proud to pilot two new transit routes that will maximize the community and economic benefits of FIFA World Cup 2026 by connecting residents and visitors to the unique retail, dining, and entertainment destinations in the County,” said Mike Kelly, Chairman, Johnson County Board of County Commissioners. “We’re thrilled to showcase Johnson County on a global stage and are grateful to Rep. Davids for championing federal investment in this innovative infrastructure project.”

“This critical funding will help us to offer a world-class transit experience as the Bay Area prepares to host six matches for the FIFA World Cup,” Robert M. Powers, General Manager, Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). “Newly installed Next Generation Fare Gates have dramatically reduced fare evasion, our increased safety presence has helped to drive down crime by more than 40 percent, we’re running all Fleet of the Future trains, and we’ve introduced Tap and Ride, which allows visitors to easily enter our system by simply taping their contactless bank card or mobile payment option. We can’t wait to share the New BART with the world.”

“This funding will allow Metro and other transit agencies across the country to safely and reliably move millions of fans while continuing to serve our daily riders during the historic World Cup tournament,” said Stephanie Wiggins, CEO, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. “Investments like this strengthen our ability to help ensure that fans can get to and from these unforgettable matches safely and seamlessly while the world is watching. We appreciate and thank the bipartisan leadership recognizing that transit is essential to the success of a global event of this scale.”

“With seven matches in Massachusetts and many related activities in the Boston area this year, we are ready to showcase the MBTA on a global stage. We continue to collaborate closely with host cities across the country in preparation for delivering the robust levels of service needed to ensure the success of this international event,” said Phillip Eng, General Manager & CEO, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). “The success of our World Cup transit efforts rely on securing federal support for operational expenses. Ensuring we have the drivers, staff, and frequency required to move thousands of fans safely per match day is our top priority, and by working with our transit partners in other cities, we’re striving to make public transportation a consistently reliable and accessible option during the games and beyond.”

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

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

“Working across the aisle is how Congress should operate — and when we do, people see real results,” said Davids. “These projects were shaped with local leaders and designed to make everyday life safer and more reliable, from the roads we drive to the water we drink and the parks where our children play. This is a fiscally responsible, community-driven investment that delivers real, lasting results for Kansans.”

The funding agreement includes nine projects championed by Davids, totaling $9.2 million, as part of the Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) Fiscal Year 2026 spending bill:

• John Brown Park Infrastructure Refurbishment ($2,250,000): To refurbish the museum and aging infrastructure, allowing space for improved public engagement and historical education opportunities.
  • This was a joint project request with Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS)
  • “On behalf of the people of Osawatomie, I want to thank the entire Kansas Congressional delegation, especially Congresswoman Sharice Davids and Senator Jerry Moran, for their bipartisan leadership and commitment to our community. Their support for improvements to John Brown Park and the new John Brown Visitors Center recognizes the national importance of Osawatomie’s role in Kansas and American history. These investments will drive tourism, create economic opportunity, and help us tell our story for generations to come,” said Nick Hampson, Mayor, City of Osawatomie.
• Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) at New Century AirCenter (IXD) ($2,000,000): To build a new, safer air traffic control tower, replacing an operationally obsolete tower, making flights safer and more efficient.
  • “This $2 million funding is a major step toward delivering a modern air traffic control tower that strengthens safety, improves operational reliability, and supports future growth. With dedicated federal funding for this project, we can enhance visibility and communications while better serving business aviation, medical flights, and emergency response. We appreciate Representative Davids’ leadership in securing this investment for our community,” said Bryan Johnson, Executive Director, Johnson County Airport Commission.
  • “New Century AirCenter contributes $1.1 billion annually to the local and regional economy. Upgrading the Air Traffic Control Tower is essential to maintaining the safety, efficiency, and economic value the airport brings to Johnson County and the entire region. We appreciate Rep. Davids’ support for this vital infrastructure investment,” said Mike Kelly, Chairman, Johnson County Board of County Commissioners.
• Overland Park Street Signal Replacement and Sidewalk Improvement ($1,300,000): To replace the traffic signal and sidewalk at Metcalf Avenue and I-435 westbound, Metcalf Avenue and I-435 eastbound, and Metcalf Avenue and 110th Street.
  • “The Metcalf and I-435 corridor is a critical artery for our city, and this $1.3 million investment is vital for modernizing our infrastructure to meet today’s safety and mobility standards. We are incredibly grateful for Representative Davids’ dedicated work in securing this bipartisan funding, which allows us to replace aging signals and enhance pedestrian accessibility for everyone who travels through this busy area,” said Lorraine Basalo, Public Works Director/City Engineer, City of Overland Park.
• Kansas Avenue Bridge Design and Environmental Clearance Project ($1,200,000): To reconnect the Kansas City region and connect the urban freight corridor crucial to the many local industrial and manufacturing businesses in the Kansas City metropolitan region.
  • “On behalf the Unified Government Board of Commissioners and staff, I want to express our gratitude to Representative Davids for her championing these important projects. Mount Marty Park is a community treasure and we are very excited to see it get a much needed refurbishment,” said Christal Watson, Mayor, Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas.
• Spring Hill Intersection Improvements ($850,000): To construct a safety upgrade and modernization for the intersection of U.S. Highway 169 and 191st Street to provide safety improvements for motor vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.
  • “The intersection of U.S. 169 and 191st St. is dangerous for the thousands of residents, workers, and visitors who travel through Spring Hill each day. We’re grateful for Rep. Davids’ support and efforts in securing funding for a traffic signal at this intersection, which will significantly improve safety,” said Chad Young, Mayor, City of Spring Hill.
• Johnson County Building Security Upgrades ($850,000): To modernize county building security panel access systems. By modernizing existing security technology, this project enhances security for all citizens, public employees, and elected officials throughout the system of county buildings.
  • “Enhancing building security helps protect our public facilities, employees, and the residents who rely on our services. We’re grateful for Rep. Davids’ partnership in supporting the safe and effective delivery of these essential services,” said Byron Roberson, Sheriff, Johnson County.
• UG Mount Marty Park Refurbishment ($250,000): To update park wayfinding signage, lighting, resurfacing of the roadway into Marty Park, trail work, structural repairs, sidewalk installation, and landscaping.
  • “Representative Davids has been a big supporter of our efforts to reopen the Kansas Avenue bridge and we very much appreciate her continued advocacy for this major priority,” said Christal Watson, Mayor, Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas.
• BPU Electric Grid System Improvements ($250,000): To construct three additional feeders from the new Rosedale Substation to the University of Kansas Medical Center campus.
  • “Reliable power underpins daily life in our community, from homes and schools to local businesses and critical services. This investment strengthens the electric system Wyandotte County depends on, improving reliability today while preparing us for the future. We’re grateful to Representative Davids for her bipartisan leadership and continued commitment to public power and the people it serves,” said Jeremy Ash, General Manager, Kansas City Board of Public Utilities.
• Prairie Village Municipal Complex Improvements ($250,000): To upgrade driveways, sidewalks, curbs, underground retention, drainage pipes, fencing, pavement markings, landscaping, retaining walls, covered carports, and utilities.
  • “We appreciate Representative Davids’ support for our municipal civic center improvement. This significant Prairie Village project addresses aging and failing infrastructure, provides improved working conditions for police and city staff, and creates adequate space for public meetings and future growth. By planning ahead, we will ensure that we have a functional, modern facility to benefit current residents and future generations,” said Eric Mikkelson, Mayor, City of Prairie Village.

The THUD bill lowers costs for families and strengthens communities by expanding access to affordable housing, preventing evictions, improving highways and air traffic control systems, and protecting passenger rail investments that keep people and goods moving. The bill also rejects extreme Republican policies that would have undermined local law enforcement, weakened tenant protections, and raised household energy costs. 

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 step forward, the Senate must still pass the bills, and President Trump must sign them into law. 

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 – Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV)

Washington, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) and Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced The Secure Revenue Clearance Channel Act. This bill addresses the growing backlog of goods at America’s express ports by fostering close cooperation between express carriers and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). This crucial legislation will allow low-value shipments to move quickly to their final destinations while ensuring the collection of tariffs and halting the flow of fentanyl and other illicit goods. 

“Shipments have recently faced significant backlogs at our ports of entry. This bill creates a critical mechanism to help small businesses, manufacturers, and hardworking Americans by allowing express shippers to move goods more efficiently through the system, while also cutting unnecessary penalties and fees that slow commerce and raise costs. I am committed to supporting our supply chains while ensuring shipments enter our country securely and responsibly, with strong safeguards in place to keep dangerous and illicit products far from our communities,” said Congresswoman Miller.

”In recent months, American consumers and small businesses have suffered as their goods, particularly lower cost but still time-sensitive items, have been held up waiting to be cleared by Customs. The expedited shipping channel this bill creates would help resolve this growing problem while also maintaining a high level of security at our ports of entry to keep out drugs, counterfeits, and other illicit products,” said Congressman Beyer. 

A copy of the bill text can be found here.
 

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