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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Congressman Jack Bergman (R-MI) led a bipartisan group of 72 total members of Congress in demanding that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) take immediate action to stop Eli Lilly and Company from unlawfully conditioning access to 340B drug discounts.

“We write to express our serious concern regarding the recent action by Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly) terminating 340B pricing for covered entities’ (CE) that do not comply with its in-house claims data policy,” wrote the lawmakers.

“Congress established 340B to enable safety-net providers to stretch scarce federal resources, expand access to care, and furnish more comprehensive services to vulnerable patients. Congress did not authorize manufacturers to unilaterally impose additional reporting mandates or data-sharing requirements as a prerequisite for obtaining those discounts.”

“Lilly and a growing number of other pharmaceutical companies have announced policies that threaten to bar access to 340B discount pricing for their drugs unless the CE shares claims-level data from in-house pharmacies, including from mixed-use pharmacies for drugs administered in the hospital to outpatients… [which] extend beyond the statutory framework established by Congress.”

“We respectfully request that HRSA and HHS take immediate action to reinstate covered entities’ uninterrupted access to 340B pricing for eligible drugs and use all available enforcement authorities to ensure manufacturers comply with their obligations under Section 340B of the Public Health Service Act,” the lawmakers conclude. “The 340B program remains a critical tool for supporting hospitals, health centers, and other providers that serve vulnerable populations.”

BACKGROUND

The 340B Drug Pricing Program was enacted by Congress in 1992 with bipartisan support and is overseen by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The program requires that pharmaceutical companies give safety net and rural healthcare providers discounts on their drugs, in exchange for having their drugs covered by Medicaid.

The program has a demonstrated record of protecting patients who are low-income, live in underserved communities, or suffer from serious chronic illnesses from the threat of skyrocketing prices for the drugs they depend on the most.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (12th District of Michigan)

Ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) introduced a new resolution honoring the historic milestone for our republic, as well as reaffirming the importance of prevention, public health, and access to healthcare. 

“America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect not only on where we’ve been, but where we’re going. Building a stronger future means investing in prevention, protecting public health, and ensuring every American has access to the care they need. That’s how we’ll leave the next 250 years even stronger than the last,” said Congresswoman Dingell. 

“The next 250 years won’t be defined by what we inherited, but by what we chose to protect—our health, our environment, and each other,” said Bill Couzens, founder of Next Generation Choices Foundation. 

The resolution can be found HERE and text is below:

Recognizing the 250th Anniversary of the United States and reaffirming the importance of prevention, public health, and access to healthcare.

Whereas the United States celebrates its 250th Anniversary in 2026;

Whereas the Declaration of Independence affirms the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness;

Whereas a healthy Nation is essential to preserving those ideals for future generations;

Whereas General George Washington recognized the importance of disease prevention when he ordered the inoculation of the Continental Army against smallpox; and

Whereas prevention, early detection, and access to healthcare save lives and strengthen communities: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved, That—

(1) the House of Representatives—

(A) recognizes America’s 250th Anniversary as an opportunity to renew the Nation’s 5 commitment to health and prevention;

(B) affirms that prevention and access to healthcare contribute to a stronger, healthier, and more resilient Nation;

(C) encourages efforts to improve access to preventive healthcare, screenings, health education, clean air, clean water, and healthy communities; and

(D) calls upon all Americans to work together to build a healthier Nation for the next 250 years; and

(2) it is the sense of Congress that one of the greatest gifts we can leave future generations is a healthier America.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (12th District of Michigan)

U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced the United States will not renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA):  

“Today’s announcement regarding the USMCA review process is an important step toward strengthening North American manufacturing and ensuring this agreement continues to work for American workers and businesses. I want to work with this administration, labor, industry, and all stakeholders, because we need a strategic approach to ensure our workforce and manufacturing industries are supported. And it is important we continue working closely with our Canadian friends,” said Congresswoman Dingell. “As we continue to negotiate and fine tune this agreement, we must improve rules of origin, enforce stronger labor and environmental standards, and prevent China from exploiting loopholes in our supply chains that undermine domestic manufacturing. We must provide certainty for automakers, suppliers, workers, and communities who rely on an integrated North American auto industry, including many in Southeast Michigan. I will continue working to ensure this agreement supports American competitiveness, strong union jobs, and long-term economic and national security.”

On July 1, 2026, the United States declined to renew the USMCA in its current form. By not automatically renewing the 16-year term, the U.S. triggers a mandatory transition to annual reviews until the agreement’s expiration in 2036.

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

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) introduced the Federal Responsibility and Accountability for Unchecked Dereliction (FRAUD) Act to strengthen accountability when state officials become aware of significant fraud involving federal funds. This legislation comes on the heels of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform’s bombshell report finding that high-level Minnesota state officials – including Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison – knew of widespread fraud in Minnesota since 2019 and repeatedly failed to act. 

“Billions of taxpayer dollars were stolen in Minnesota because state leaders like Tim Walz looked the other way and even threatened to retaliate against state whistleblowers who tried to sound the alarm,” said Congressman Pete Stauber. “To this day, none of these so-called leaders have been held accountable for this stunning failure of public trust. My FRAUD Act will change that by ensuring any official who knowingly fails to report fraud faces criminal prosecution and is never able to oversee the distribution of federal funds ever again. Turning a blind eye to fraud is just as bad as committing it, and it’s time the consequences reflect that.”

Congressman Stauber was joined by his Minnesota Republican delegation colleagues in introducing this legislation. 

“Fraud is wrong, plain and simple. Unfortunately, we have state leaders who ignored and enabled the problem, resulting in billions of dollars in fraud,” said Congressman Tom Emmer. “The House Oversight Committee confirmed what we all knew: Governor Walz and other state officials were aware of the fraud and yet did nothing. The FRAUD Act will ensure accountability and protect taxpayer funds.”

“In Minnesota, and across the country, a state’s highest elected officials – those responsible for safeguarding taxpayer dollars – have an obligation to take action against fraud when it’s reported,” said Congressman Brad Finstad. “I am committed to bringing accountability to Gov. Walz and Attorney General Ellison for ignoring the rampant fraud that’s robbed our fellow Minnesotans of billions of dollars, and am proud to support the FRAUD Act to restore transparency and accountability in federally funded, state administrated programs.” 

“The scale of fraud we saw in Minnesota is flat-out unacceptable, and it’s infuriating that Governor Walz and other state leaders looked the other way while billions were stolen,” said Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach. “They need to be held accountable. We need the FRAUD Act in place so the next Minnesota governor, or any future leader, will never be allowed to let something like this happen again. Taxpayers deserve to know their hard-earned money is actually being protected.”

Specifically, the FRAUD Act will do the following: 

• Require a Governor, state agency head, or State Inspector General who receives a credible fraud warning involving federal funds to report it to the FBI within 180 days. 
• Require states to annually certify compliance with these reporting requirements in order to remain eligible for certain federal funding. 
• Impose criminal penalties on covered officials who knowingly fail to report fraud or obstruct federal, state, or inspector general investigations. 
• Allow federal agencies to prohibit or debar convicted officials from overseeing the distribution of federal funds. 

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23)

“I’ve been to this facility many times alongside my late colleague Alcee Hastings because of reports of a lack of sun cover, water, and toilets for people waiting to check in. Today, I had to do this surprise inspection to see inside for myself, and what I saw were people packed in like sardines, in conditions I wouldn’t wish upon my worst enemy,” said Wasserman Schultz. “I’ll continue to conduct oversight of South Florida ICE operations and fight to hold them accountable for their brutality.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Hank Johnson (GA-04)

Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts Ranking Member Hank Johnson Released the Following Statement at the Conclusion of the Supreme Court’s Recent Term

WASHINGTON, D.C. — “As America marks 250 years of independence from imperialist governance, with growing alarm we are witnessing the most activist Supreme Court in our nation’s history, as it reshapes our democracy into a plutocracy.

“While this just-ended term brings a temporary pause to the Roberts Court’s continued assault on Congressional authority, there can be no doubt that this Supreme Court will continue its power grab transition into a “super legislature”, as it vests more and more power upon the most corrupt president in world history.

“Mitch McConnell and the Federalist Society have built a Court that has upset the delicate system of checks and balances between the three co-equal branches of government, which has left democracy for all hanging by a thread.

“To ensure the survival of American democracy, we must bring reform to a reckless and hyper-partisan United States Supreme Court. Calls for reforming the court with commonsense policies such as term limits, a binding and enforceable code of conduct and transparency and accountability measures will continue to grow as the 6-3 MAGA majority rush to remake our society and government in their pro-corporate, pro-authoritarian executive dogmatic vision.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (8th District of Illinois)

WASHINGTON — Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi today issued the following statement after a report from MS NOW that the FBI directed hundreds of intelligence analysts and other personnel to support an investigation related to the 2020 election in Georgia:

“The FBI exists to protect the American people and uphold the rule of law, not to serve as a taxpayer-funded opposition research firm for the President’s political grievances. Diverting hundreds of FBI personnel to relitigate conspiracy theories about the 2020 election, despite its results having long been settled, is a profound misuse of the Bureau’s resources for partisan purposes. Director Patel owes Congress and the American people an immediate explanation of the legal basis for this investigation, the resources being devoted to it, and what urgent public safety priorities are being pushed aside as a result. The American people should be deeply concerned that the Trump Administration appears to be using law enforcement to justify greater federal control over our elections.”

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-06)

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House Ways and Means Committee passed H.R. 7972, the Taxpayer Workforce Modernization Act, legislation introduced by Congressman David Schweikert (R-AZ) to modernize the IRS workforce and improve tax administration through private-sector data science expertise.

The bill would require the IRS to establish a fellowship program to recruit qualified data scientists to work alongside tax law specialists on complex and emerging tax administration issues. Fellows would help the agency improve data acquisition, data quality, advanced analytics, statistical modeling and core IRS functions related to taxpayer service and enforcement.

“Taxpayers deserve an IRS that uses modern tools to solve modern problems,” said Congressman Schweikert. “This bill brings data scientists into the agency to help identify complex tax issues, improve customer service and make tax administration smarter, faster and more accountable. We have the technology today. The federal government should be using it to better serve taxpayers.”

The Taxpayer Workforce Modernization Act would:

• Establish an IRS fellowship program to recruit qualified data scientists from the private sector.
• Create a task force within the IRS and the Office of Chief Counsel to apply advanced analytics, statistical modeling and machine learning to tax administration.
• Support data-driven improvements to audit case selection, taxpayer service and improper payment prevention.
• Require fellows to help train and mentor IRS employees on the use and limitations of data analytics and emerging technologies.
• Require annual reports to Congress on the program’s effectiveness, return on investment, applicant pool and recommended changes.

The bill requires the IRS to establish the fellowship program by Sept. 30, 2026. Fellows would serve terms of two, three or four years, and the IRS would have the authority to permanently hire fellows at the end of their service.

The full text of the bill is available HERE.

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-06)

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Linda Sanchez (38th District of CA)

WASHINGTON – Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Ranking Member Linda T. Sánchez (D-Calif.) today released the following statement after the Trump administration announced it would not extend the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement for 16 years, triggering an annual review process:

“Trade, supply chains and industries evolve, and our trade agreements should evolve with them. Today’s summit is a good sign that all three countries are ready to review and hopefully strengthen the agreement.

“I recently led my Democratic Ways and Means Committee colleagues in calling on the Trump administration to preserve the trilateral structure of the agreement while pushing for better enforcement and stronger protections for American workers, the environment and our economic security. 

“When I first voted for it, I did so because of the changes House Democrats were able to make to the agreement, including the landmark labor Rapid Response Mechanism in the USMCA. It’s important that the administration works to enhance that review mechanism, address the offshoring of jobs to Mexico and push for new reforms, such as a similar environmental Rapid Response Mechanism.

“I’m hopeful that this review will be able to seriously take on these issues. But I remain concerned that instead of addressing these priorities which would benefit American workers and help level the playing field, President Trump will use it to extract unrelated demands from Canada and Mexico and to enrich himself and his billionaire friends.

“That’s why Congress must have a voice in this review. It’s too important to leave to President Trump alone.”

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