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

WASHINGTON, DC [2/25/2026] – Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) and Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen marine carbon dioxide removal research and development in the United States.

Marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) can address climate change by enhancing the ocean’s natural ability to reduce carbon emissions through natural and technological strategies. Many of these technologies remain in the early stages of development, and the United States lacks a coordinated federal framework to guide research, monitoring, and public engagement.

The Removing and Sequestering Carbon Unleashed in the Environment and Oceans Act (ReSCUE Oceans Act) would establish the United States as a leader in mCDR research, development, and responsible testing by investing in science-based measurement tools, creating environmental and community safeguards, and strengthening coordination between federal research agencies.

“We must do all we can to reduce carbon pollution, which fuels more frequent and extreme weather events,” said Congresswoman Bonamici. “Marine carbon dioxide removal is a promising strategy that can enhance the ocean’s role as a natural carbon sink to absorb and store emissions. But we need more rigorous science, meaningful federal investment, and a clear research framework to safely deploy it. Oregon’s coastal communities understand the power and vulnerability of the ocean, and they should have a voice in studying mCDR. As Co-Chair of the House Oceans Caucus, I’m pleased to join my colleagues in leading this bipartisan legislation to explore responsible use of mCDR.”

“Marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR) is an emerging tool to help us reduce and capture emissions while spurring economic innovation,” said Rep. Buddy Carter. “Our oceans absorb 30 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions. Funding further research for mCDR will help us better understand this emerging and exciting technology, and I am proud to colead this legislation with Congresswoman Bonamici, Congressman Tonko, Senator Murkowski, and Senator Schatz.”

“Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is an essential tool in the fight against the climate crisis, in addition to being a driver of American innovation,” said Senator Brian Schatz. “Our bill will encourage research into marine CDR to ensure it’s safe, effective, benefits coastal communities, and protects ecosystems.”

“Alaska has unrivaled potential for carbon sequestration and carbon dioxide removal, both onshore and offshore. As the state with by far the most coastline, emerging marine options, such as seaweed and kelp farming, have shown great promise as we seek to responsibly reduce emissions on a net basis,” said Senator List Murkowski. “Our bipartisan, bicameral legislation will provide for new research and development of these technologies in close partnership with local governments, communities, and the private sector. As we seek to develop them the right way – fully protecting our marine environment – I’m excited by what lies ahead and the opportunities this will help create across Alaska.”  

Specifically, the ReSCUE Oceans Act would:

• Establish a dedicated research program and grants at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to evaluate mCDR efficacy and safety, including effects on ecosystems and coastal communities;
• Invest in monitoring infrastructure to evaluate environmental effects, measure outcomes, develop mCDR standards and protocols, and make findings publicly available;
• Develop a framework to designate mCDR field research sites to coordinate science resources and create clarity for researchers and communities;
• Establish an interagency working group co-chaired by NOAA and the U.S. Department of Energy to develop a federal mCDR research plan with monitoring goals, standards, and clear safeguards;
• Create a research code of conduct based on transparency and ecosystem protection to collect critical data to inform mCDR development, regulation, and siting; and
• Leverage research, workforce, measurement, and standards development resources across federal science agencies, including the National Science Foundation, National Aeronautics and Atmospheric Administration, and National Institute of Standards and Technology.

This legislation is endorsed by Carbon180, Carbon Removal Alliance, Carbon To Sea Initiative, ClearPath Action, Climate Innovation Action, Ocean Conservancy, Ocean Visions, World Resources Institute, and Third Way.

Additional statements of support can be found here.

A one-page summary of the ReSCUE Oceans Act can be found here and a section-by-section summary of the bill can be found here. The full text of the legislation is available here.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Norma Torres (35th District of California)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman David G Valadao (CA-21)

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman David Valadao (CA-22) updated his Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) appropriations deadlines.

Community Project Funding requests

The deadline to submit Community Project Funding requests is Monday, March 9 at 11:59 PM PT. Click here for the FY27 Community Project Funding request portal.

Non-Defense programmatic funding and language requests

The deadline to submit non-Defense funding requests is Friday, March 6 at 11:59 PM PT. Click here for the FY27 non-Defense Appropriations request portal.

Defense programmatic funding and language requests

The deadline to submit Defense funding requests is Friday, March 6 at 11:59 PM PT. Click here for the FY27 Defense Appropriations request portal.

Our office encourages entities to complete their requests as soon as possible.

For questions regarding Defense Appropriations; Legislative Branch Appropriations; Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations; or Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations; please reach out to Kellie Hartl at Kellie.Hartl@mail.house.gov.

For questions regarding Energy and Water Appropriations; National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations; Homeland Security Appropriations; or Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations; please reach out to Olivia Speno at Olivia.Speno@mail.house.gov.

For questions regarding Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations; Financial Services and General Government Appropriations; Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations; and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations; please reach out to William Klepp at William.Klepp@mail.house.gov.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s State of the Union address: 

“Tonight, President Trump delivered an uplifting address to the nation and his message to the American people was clear: as America approaches our 250^th year, our nation is stronger and back on the path to prosperity. 

“After four years of devastating Biden policies that drove up inflation and decline, Congressional Republicans and President Trump have swiftly turned the tide. In one short year, we closed the southern border, removed dangerous illegal criminals from our communities, unleashed domestic energy production that lowered prices, and made life more affordable for working families once again.

“Among the many accomplishments highlighted by the President tonight, I am most proud of the Working Families Tax Cuts, and it was great to see so many Americans present tonight who benefited from the provisions included in this bill. Whether it’s a local law enforcement officer who benefited from no tax on overtime, or a mom who works as a waitress and benefits from no tax on tips, this landmark legislation is putting more money in hardworking Americans pockets. 

“As President Trump continues to lead from the front, I urge my colleagues on the other side of the aisle to stop obstructing and start working with us for the betterment of the American people. We must all unite against the rampant fraud plaguing elections and social programs nationwide, as my guest Nick Shirley and David Hoch powerfully exposed in their viral videos. Fraud is not a victimless crime; it robs working families and the most vulnerable among us. Luckily, President Trump and Congressional Republicans are committed to rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse in order to protect every dollar and restore election integrity.

“Together, we will end the waste, secure our future, and build a nation that is safer and more prosperous than ever before. The best days for our nation are ahead of us. This is just beginning. God bless America.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) announced Nick Shirley and David Hoch as his guests to President Trump’s February 24^th State of the Union Address. Nick and David are both independent investigative journalists who gained national attention through their video highlighting large scale fraud in Minnesota’s childcare assistance programs, prompting federal investigations. 

“Nick Shirley and David Hoch did the state of Minnesota a tremendous service by highlighting just how much fraud was allowed to occur under Tim Walz and Keith Ellison’s watch,” said Congressman Pete Stauber. “By revealing stunning levels of obvious fraud to the American people, Nick and David did more work and showed more transparency than the Minnesota Department of Human Services. It is deeply concerning that private citizens, and not the Walz Administration, were the ones to reveal the true extent of the problem. Exposing the fraud, however, is only the first step. Minnesotans now want to see full accountability. Until then, faith in these institutions will not be restored.

Stauber continued, stating, “From the establishment of Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to the provisions included in the Working Families Tax Cuts, President Trump and the Republican-run Congress have taken great strides this past year to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. In that spirit, Nick and David embody the citizen-driven oversight that makes these reforms possible. It is an honor to bring them both to the State of the Union as a reminder to every American that the federal government under President Trump is committed to ending the abuse of programs meant to help working families and the most vulnerable.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) introduced the Judicial Loyalty Act, legislation that will require all American judges to be natural-born citizens, thereby safeguarding against potential foreign influence in judicial decisions involving foreign policy, immigration, and national security.

In the case that a judge is a United States citizen who is also a citizen of a foreign country, the judge must officially renounce their citizenship by no later than 60 days after this law’s enactment. 

Of this legislation, Congressman Stauber stated, “Just as our Founding Fathers wisely required our President to be a natural-born citizen to ensure unwavering loyalty to the United States and protect the White House from foreign influence, I believe the same standard should extend to the judiciary. Judges wield enormous power to resolve sensitive disputes that directly impact American interests. At a time when confidence in our institutions is more important than ever, it is concerning to see foreign born judges rule in a manner that contradicts these interests. Those who interpret our laws must have the utmost loyalty to our country and our people.”

For an example of a foreign born judge ruling against American interests, look no further than U.S. District Judge Amir Ali, a native of Canada, who ordered the Trump Administration to release billions in taxpayer dollars to wasteful foreign projects. 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Roger Williams (25th District of Texas)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) took to the House floor to recognize Stephenville High School’s NFF Hatchell Cup Victory.

Williams’ remarks are below:

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Stephenville High School, which I am honored to represent in the United States Congress.

On February 9th, the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame named Stephenville High School the national winner of the NFF Hatchell Cup Award.

This is the highest academic team honor in high school football. The Yellow Jackets were awarded this distinction with an outstanding 4.0 team GPA.

Our community was proud to see Stephenville High School complete the football season undefeated and bring home another State Title.

The young men and coaches on this team have spent countless hours preparing both on and off the field. This Hatchell Cup recognition is a testament to their hard work and success.

I congratulate the players, Head Coach Sterling Doty, and the Stephenville community.

Go yellow jackets!

In God we trust, I yield back.”

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Congressman Roger Williams is the Chairman of the House Small Business Committee and a member of the House Financial Services Committee. He proudly represents the 25^th Congressional District of Texas.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Ben Cline (VA-06)

Today, Rep. Ben Cline (VA-06), introduced the No Tax on Takings Act, a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to spare unsuspecting property owners from paying harsh federal taxes on a sale the government compelled them to make.

“Families should never be hit with a federal tax bill after the government forces them to sell their own property,” said Rep. Cline. “When eminent domain is used, property owners are already navigating a difficult process through no fault of their own. The federal government should not increase that burden by taxing a transaction into which they did not voluntarily enter. My bill delivers a simple, commonsense fix to the tax code to ensure Americans are treated fairly and protected from punitive tax consequences when their property is taken.”

“When governments force the sale of private property through eminent domain, taxpayers may be subject to a tax liability through no fault of their own. That’s not fair, and the No Tax on Takings Act rightly corrects this problem by amending the Internal Revenue Code to shield unsuspecting property owners from paying punitive federal taxes on a transaction they did not choose. NTU commends Congressman Cline for protecting taxpayers and we look forward to working to see this commonsense legislation signed into law,” said Thomas Aiello, Senior Director of Government Affairs at National Taxpayers Union.

“The No Tax on Takings Act aligns with Conservatives for Property Rights’ eminent domain principles. Taxing the compensation paid to a landowner reduces the amount of ‘just compensation’ received. The government compels property owners to sell land they may have had no intention of selling. So, Rep. Cline’s legislation is consistent with the Takings Clause, and CPR supports it,” said James Edwards, Founder and Executive Director at Conservatives for Property Rights.

BACKGROUND:

Currently, citizens who are compelled to give up their home, business, or land face a “double whammy” since they are:

1. Forced to take a dubious and subjective “fair market value” for their property; and 
2. Required to pay capital gains taxes on any proceeds from the mandated sale.

Congressman Ben Cline represents the Sixth Congressional District of Virginia. He previously was an attorney in private practice and served both as an assistant prosecutor and a Member of the Virginia House of Delegates. Cline and his wife, Elizabeth, live in Botetourt County with their two children.

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

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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after attending President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union address:

“Throughout the first year of President Trump’s term as the 47^th President of the United States, the President has delivered on the mandate of the American people and truly ushered in the golden age. Tonight, President Trump delivered a powerful speech that illustrated just that,” said Congressman Cole.

“At the border, we have seen a complete one-eighty, as illegal “getaways” are down by 95 percent and migrant crossings are down by 99.99 percent. Rampant crime and disorder are turning into safer communities. We have made national security a priority again, making generational investments in America’s defense through the One Big Beautiful Bill and utilizing decisive leadership to make bold but necessary decisions like air striking Iran last year and capturing Venezuelan President Maduro earlier this year,” said Congressman Cole.

“I would be remiss not to mention the significant economic strides. The One Big Beautiful Bill provided the largest tax cuts in history and will bring long-lasting financial relief to families, workers, and small businesses. Years of inflation and stagnation are being replaced with renewed growth and a resurgent economy. Measurable progress has been made on cost-of-living pressures, drug costs have been lowered on the consumer, and red tape has been cut for small businesses,” said Congressman Cole.

“In just one year, President Trump has turned this country around. Under the previous Administration, our country had turned a blind eye to illegal immigration, we had lost respect on the world stage, and inflation was skyrocketing. Now, the American Dream is back. The United States is strong, prosperous, and respected – and, as President Trump said, the state of our union is strong,” said Congressman Cole.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Brad Schneider (D-IL)

WASHINGTON – Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s State of the Union Address:

“If you were fortunate to be watching the State of the Union at home tonight, you could have changed the channel after the USA Men’s Hockey Team was honored for bringing home gold. That was the best part of the longest-ever State of the Union Address. Congratulations to them – and to the USA Women’s Hockey Team and to all of our winter Olympians. 

“Nearly two hours later, the President presented the Congressional Medal of Honor to two war heroes. It was a moment that rightly united the entire chamber inspired by these two heroes’ sacrifice for our nation.

“Unfortunately, the rest of the President’s address was just more of Mr. Trump’s tired old grievances and lies. It’s obvious he has no serious plan to help hardworking Americans get ahead, no plan to lower the cost of groceries, to make it easier to buy a home or afford healthcare for their families. 

“Because of President Trump’s failed agenda, Americans are paying too much at the grocery store. Housing and utility costs are preventing families from reaching the American dream. Healthcare costs are so high, millions of Americans are being priced out of basic care altogether. 

“Instead of offering real solutions, the President bragged about kicking millions of people off food stamps, including children and seniors. He defended and doubled down on his illegal tariff taxes that raised costs for consumers and pushed small businesses to the brink of disaster. He brushed aside his administration’s vicious, violent, and cruel immigration policies that have resulted in the killing of American citizens. 

“I want to make life better for all Americans, to lower costs, to keep our communities safe and healthy, to preserve democracy, and to protect our national security. I wish that was the case as well for our President. Unfortunately, all the American people continue to get are broken promises, higher costs, and endless chaos. 

“Our nation deserves better. While Republicans continue to bury their heads in the sand and bend their knees in supplication to their failed, corrupt President, Democrats are fighting back, using every tool available to stop Trump and Republicans’ extreme policies and make life better for the American people.”

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