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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09)

Washington, DC – Tonight, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09) released the following statement after House Republicans reconvened a Budget Committee hearing at 10 pm on Sunday evening. While most Americans are preparing for the work week and not tuned in, The GOP has failed to advance its legislation to kick 13.7 million Americans off their health care, and make middle-class families suffer in order to fund Trillions in tax giveaways to Millionaires, Billionaires, and wealthy corporate donors.

“This bill that is being rammed through the Budget Committee in the dead of night on a weekend is a betrayal to the American people. It is just another bonanza for Billionaires,” said Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09). “Don’t they have enough yet? Now the GOP Majority is making it harder for struggling people on Medicaid, by pushing legislation that would kick 13.7 million Americans off their health care. They are voting to reduce food to the hungry, by cutting back $300 Billion in SNAP funding for those struggling just to get by.”

“Our nation is the richest nation on Earth. Surely we can and must do better than this cruel, damaging and harmful legislation. When a handful of top Billionaires in our nation hold half the wealth of our nation, that is too much to few,” continued Congresswoman Kaptur. “The Billionaire class owns as much as the 160 million American and families in the bottom half of our population in the middle-class and working-class. Such a radical financial stratification of our nation’s population is dangerous. It must not be perpetuated. As the late President John F. Kennedy said, ‘if a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.’”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09)

ICYMI: Kaptur, Murray call for reversal of arbitrary cap on DOE-funded research — a policy already blocked in federal court for university grants

Washington, DC — Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, sent a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright expressing deep concern about the Department’s recently announced caps on indirect costs for DOE research for a variety of recipients. The new caps, which follow the Department’s previously announced arbitrary cap on indirect costs for research at universities, will jeopardize critical research and innovation — and Kaptur and Murray call for the immediate reversal of the policy.

“We write in response to the Department of Energy’s (DOE) decision to impose sweeping new caps on indirect cost rates across a wide spectrum of its funding recipients — including state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and for-profit partners,” write Kaptur and Murray. “Capping indirect cost rates far below their current values compounds the detrimental policy you have already announced cutting funding for university-led research, and these proposed cuts put energy innovation and economic development in communities across the country at serious risk.”

The lawmakers note the policy will disproportionately hurt smaller research institutions: “Ultimately, this policy threatens to prevent smaller, under-resourced organizations from getting the support they need to conduct cutting-edge research, which will stifle innovation in regions that need investment the most.”

“If left to stand, the consequences of these cuts will be severe: multi-sector collaboration will be chilled, community-led innovation efforts across the US will be disrupted, and thousands of jobs supporting energy and infrastructure will be at risk. This abrupt policy change will undercut the very institutions — state and local governments, non-profits, and research organizations — that drive energy innovation, workforce development, and clean energy solutions in local communities,” Kaptur and Murray write.

They conclude by calling for an immediate reversal of the policies and demanding answers on how the Department determined the caps, whether it consulted with stakeholders, and whether it considered the economic consequences.

The full letter is available HERE and below:

The Honorable Christopher Wright
Secretary of Energy
U.S. Department of Energy
1000 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20585

Dear Secretary Wright,

We write in response to the Department of Energy’s (DOE) decision to impose sweeping new caps on indirect cost rates across a wide spectrum of its funding recipients — including state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and for-profit partners. While direct costs support salaries, supplies, and equipment, indirect costs provide essential support for general operations and infrastructure. Capping indirect cost rates far below their current values compounds the detrimental policy you have already announced cutting funding for university-led research, and these proposed cuts put energy innovation and economic development in communities across the country at serious risk. Like so many actions your Department has already taken, these new cuts will also raise energy costs for American families and businesses.

By imposing an arbitrary, inflexible cap of 10 or 15% on indirect costs — regardless of organizational type, mission, or financial structure — the Department is undermining the ability of its grantees and partners to deliver on DOE’s core priorities. Ultimately, this policy threatens to prevent smaller, under-resourced organizations from getting the support they need to conduct cutting-edge research, which will stifle innovation in regions that need investment the most. These indirect cost caps disregard the essential infrastructure required to administer safe, scalable, and high-impact projects.

Local governments and non-profits, already stretched thin, now face arbitrary limitations that will squash efforts to fortify electricity grids to be robust to storms and other disruptions, initiatives to ensure all community members can access affordable and reliable energy, and emerging technology deployment at the local level.

If left to stand, the consequences of these cuts will be severe: multi-sector collaboration will be chilled, community-led innovation efforts across the US will be disrupted, and thousands of jobs supporting energy and infrastructure will be at risk. This abrupt policy change will undercut the very institutions — state and local governments, non-profits, and research organizations — that drive energy innovation, workforce development, and clean energy solutions in local communities. America’s energy future must be built on strong partnerships — not policies that penalize those on the front lines of progress.

These abrupt changes have been announced without the transparency you have promised, without public engagement, and without any meaningful justification. Worse, they appear to ignore the diverse cost structures and compliance burdens that entities must absorb to responsibly manage federal funds. These are not “wasteful” administrative expenses — they are essential costs of conducting federally sponsored research that benefits the American people.

We reiterate our call to immediately reverse these harmful caps, urge you to engage stakeholders and experts in crafting any future reforms, and request written responses to the following questions by no later than May 30:

1. What will happen to existing (conditional and nonconditional) awards if they do not meet the new terms and conditions in this policy?
2. What data and models did DOE use to conclude that a uniform 10 or 15% cap would be sufficient and sustainable across such varied institutional types (e.g., local governments, non-profits, for-profits)? Will DOE release this analysis publicly?
3. How does DOE justify this cap given that many organizations and governments currently operate with indirect cost rates significantly higher than the new proposed cap?
4. How does DOE reconcile these cost caps with existing negotiated indirect cost rates under OMB Circulars and 2 CFR 200, particularly where they exceed the new ceilings?
5. What outreach or consultation — if any — did DOE undertake with non-profit, municipal, or private-sector stakeholders prior to issuing these policy changes?
6. What specific exemptions, waivers, or appeal mechanisms will DOE make available for awards where capped indirect costs would result in program delays, layoffs, or funding shortfalls?
7. Has DOE assessed the potential regional economic and workforce consequences of capping indirect costs on state, local, and non-profit implementation partners? If so, will DOE release that analysis publicly?

We look forward to your responses and attention to this critical issue.

Sincerely,  

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07)

30-Year-Old Pregnant Mother Declared Brain-Dead at 9 Weeks Pregnant Forced to Remain on Life Support Under Georgia’s Cruel Abortion Ban

WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) and Congresswoman Diana DeGette (CO-01), Co-Chairs of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus, released the following statement on the tragic case of Adriana Smith, a 30-year-old Georgia mother who was declared brain dead in February and forcibly remains on life support due to the state’s abortion ban:

“Over the last three years, we have witnessed devastating stories across the country. We have heard the pain and seen the irreparable harm done to women and families by cruel abortion bans. There is no desensitizing to the horror of this moment.

Three months ago, Adriana Smith was a 30-year-old nurse and mom to a vibrant little boy. Like so many Black women, her pain was dismissed when she went to the hospital. She was sent home with the blood clots in her brain undetected until it was too late, leaving her brain dead. Despite her family’s wishes, she has been kept on life support for 90 days. Why? Because she was 9 weeks pregnant. 

Because of Georgia’s abortion ban, doctors are being forced to keep her breathing as an incubator while her family can only stand by. There are still 11 weeks before she reaches the point of “viability” that will free her and her family from this inhumane reality. Adriana’s mother spent Mother’s Day watching her daughter undergo unconscionable medical torture by orders of the state. Her young son spent Mother’s Day thinking his mom was just asleep and will soon wake up to hold him again. 

There are no words that can provide clarity or comfort. There is only the promise that we will say her name until her family sees peace and justice. Adriana, we fight for you.”

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Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-1)

This week, Rep. Jack Bergman expressed his full support for Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration in response to the devastating ice storm that struck Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula in March.

In a letter to President Donald J. Trump, Rep. Jack Bergman urged the President to swiftly approve the disaster declaration to provide urgently needed federal support and ensure the full recovery of impacted communities across Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.

The letter stated in part, “I write to offer my full support for Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s May 16, 2025, request for a Major Disaster Declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (Stafford Act) in response to the severe ice storm that struck Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula from March 28-30, 2025.”

“I firmly believe the severity and scope of this storm exceed the ability of the State of Michigan and local governments to respond without federal support. I respectfully urge you to approve Governor Whitmer’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration without delay. The people of Northern Michigan are among the toughest and most resilient in our Nation, but they should not be left to shoulder the burden of this disaster alone.”

The storm brought historic levels of freezing rain across thirteen counties – Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Montmorency, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Kalkaska, and Mackinac. The resulting ice caused widespread damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure, knocking out power and heat for tens of thousands of residents. In the hardest-hit areas, outages persisted for more than two weeks.

Rep. Bergman commended the rapid and coordinated response by local emergency personnel, volunteers, the Michigan National Guard, and thousands of utility workers.

“These men and women worked around the clock in freezing, hazardous conditions to clear debris, conduct wellness checks, restore communications, deliver food and medical supplies, and reconnect entire communities to critical services.”

“While no lives were lost to the storm, the absence of fatalities should not be viewed as a reflection of the storm’s intensity – it is rather a testament to the tireless and heroic efforts of all those who responded when their communities needed them the most,” said Bergman.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-1)

Yesterday, at a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs hearing, Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI) spoke with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins to underscore the importance of the Department’s ongoing research into psychedelic-assisted breakthrough therapies for Veterans living with service-connected conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder. As co-chair of the Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus, Rep. Bergman has been a leading advocate for advancing research into these innovative treatments, and in December 2024 – following his sustained efforts – the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced $1.5 million in funding for MDMA-assisted therapy, marking the agency’s first investment in psychedelic-assisted treatment research in over six decades.

When asked by Rep. Bergman about the preliminary results of these studies, Secretary Collins noted, “What we’re seeing so far is positive. What we’re seeing so far in some of the studies that are related to VA and also outside of VA as well is that there has been – especially when it comes to [post-traumatic stress] and also traumatic brain injury and others – we’re seeing some actual positive outcomes there.”

During his remarks, Rep. Bergman also asked Secretary Collins about his efforts to improve the timeliness of Veteran benefits processing and reduce care wait times. Highlighting his CHOICE for Veterans Act, which was recently approved by the Committee, Rep. Bergman underscored the importance of expanding Veterans’ access to trusted, accredited representatives to help them more effectively navigate the claims system and access the care and benefits they’ve earned through their service to our Nation.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-1)

Today, in recognition of National Police Week 2025, Rep. Jack Bergman (R-MI) reintroduced the School Resource Officer (SRO) Funding Protection Act—legislation designed to shield school safety programs from sudden state budget cuts and ensure continued support for law enforcement officers serving in schools.

The bill was originally prompted by Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s FY 2025 budget, which slashed nearly $302 million—or 92 percent—of funding for statewide school safety and mental health programs. While $125 million was later restored following strong pushback from lawmakers, law enforcement, and school officials, the incident revealed just how vulnerable SRO programs are to sudden, politically driven budget swings.

The SRO Funding Protection Act would require states to maintain SRO program funding at either the previous year’s funding level or their five-year average—whichever is greater—in order to receive full federal education funding. This safeguard would help ensure stable support for school safety programs even during volatile state budget cycles.

“The necessity of school safety demands more than just meaningless political rhetoric—it demands real action,” said Rep. Jack Bergman. “We cannot leave our children vulnerable. This bill ensures that states uphold their commitment to funding SRO programs. Every child deserves to learn in an environment where they are safe and protected, and this legislation will help guarantee the unnecessary state cuts to the SRO program that were proposed last year don’t happen again.”

Bergman emphasized that, particularly during National Police Week, it’s important to honor the role of law enforcement in keeping communities safe—especially within schools. “School resource officers are more than just a line of defense—they’re trusted mentors, community leaders, and first responders. Protecting their presence in our schools is not optional—it’s essential,” he added.

“The Harbor Springs Police Department strongly supports the School Resource Officer Funding Protection Act. By ensuring that funding for our School Resource Officer is maintained, this legislation provides a vital safeguard for the safety and well-being of our students, educators, and school staff. Our School Resource Officer plays an essential role in fostering safe learning environments, building relationships between youth and law enforcement, and responding to threats at our schools. In addition to this, our School Resource Officer poses as a deterrent to future acts of violence,” said Chief Kyle Knight of the Harbor Springs Police Department, and Immediate Past President of the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.

Knight continued, “This bill reinforces the importance of those efforts by helping states prioritize and sustain School Resource Officer programs without imposing new financial burdens. I commend Representative Bergman for his leadership in advancing policies that protect our schools and support public safety.” 

Speaking on the bill, Kenneth Grabowski, Legislative Director of the Police Officers Association of Michigan, said, “Everyone wants to talk about school safety, but far too often politicians fail to put their money where their mouth is. Last year, the state changed budget priorities and cut millions of dollars in dedicated school safety funding, putting our students and teachers at risk. We commend Rep. Bergman for stepping up and introducing the School Resource Officer Funding Protection Act to ensure our kids are safe at school and our SRO’s are properly funded.”

“The Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police strongly supports the School Resource Officer Funding Protection Act. By ensuring that funding for school resource officer programs is maintained, this legislation provides a vital safeguard for the safety and well-being of our students, educators, and school staff. School resource officers play an essential role in fostering safe learning environments, building trust between youth and law enforcement, and responding to threats on campus. This bill reinforces the importance of those efforts by helping states prioritize and sustain SRO programs without imposing new financial burdens. We commend Representative Bergman for his leadership in advancing policies that protect our schools and support public safety,” said Chief Ron Wiles, Executive Director of the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.

State Rep. Cam Cavitt stated, “Representative Bergman’s School Resource Officer Funding Protection Act is exactly the kind of leadership our students, teachers, and communities need. Ensuring stable, dedicated funding for SROs means safer schools, stronger relationships between law enforcement and youth, and peace of mind for parents. I’m proud to stand with Rep. Bergman in this important effort to prioritize real school safety over political gamesmanship.”

State Rep. Parker Fairbairn who has complementary legislation moving through the State House of Representatives expressed his full support for Congressman Bergman’s efforts, “Congressman Bergman’s focus on the safety and well-being of students is exactly on point, and I truly believe that his push to ensure funding of school resource officers, and my state level legislation to have each ISD designate an Emergency and Safety Manager and a Mental Health Coordinator, will combine to make our schools better, safer places for our students to grow and learn.”

State Senator John Damoose noted, “Anyone with kids in school knows how important the School Resource Officer program is to keep our children safe from obvious threats. Just as critical, the officers build meaningful relationships with our children in a way that allows them to notice subtle changes that could signal bigger issues in the future. This is the ultimate preventative measure that helps build character and trust amongst our students and stops tragedies before they occur. I am so proud to see Congressman Jack Bergman again taking the lead on this critical matter.”

“Resource officers are on the frontline keeping our schools and students safe,” said State Rep. Ken Borton. “Many kids don’t interact with law enforcement until meeting their local resource officer. These interactions help students grow up with a positive relationship with police officers. Ensuring the long-term viability of SRO funding ensures these foundational relationships continue to positively impact our kids.”

“The decision to go after this funding in the first place was a clear example of how Democrats’ priorities are doing real harm to our northern Michigan communities,” said Senator Michelle Hoitenga. “I fully support Rep. Bergman’s bill because parents deserve to know their kids are safe at school, and that starts with keeping trained officers in the building.”

“Funding for School Resource Officers and mental health are a critical part of keeping our children safe. Cuts in these areas make it difficult for police departments and school districts to keep this lifesaving service available in our state.  In rural communities, where police response if often delayed due to a limited amount of law enforcement, these cuts make it next to impossible to provide adequate security for our students and faculty,” Gaylord City Police Chief Frank Claeys stated.

“As Sheriff, one of the most important jobs I have is protecting our children at our schools. I’m grateful that Representative Bergman introduced this legislation to protect our School Resource Officers following massive cuts at the State level,” said Otsego County Sheriff Matthew Nowicki.

“Our students represent the future of our communities and our country. Ensuring their safety is not just a priority—it is one of our most fundamental responsibilities. At a time when threats to schools are more frequent and complex than ever, restoring full funding for our School Resource Officers is both urgent and necessary. I applaud Representative Bergman for introducing this much-needed legislation to help protect our children, educators, and school staff,” said Emmet County Sheriff Matt Leirstein.

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Paul A Gosar DDS (AZ-04)

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-09), issued the following statement after participating in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement ceremony to approve the State of Arizona’s request to oversee Safe Drinking Water Act permitting for all underground injection wells in the state:

“After years of the Biden Administration dragging its feet and delaying approvals of more than 150 applications for underground injection wells, including in my great state of Arizona, President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin are taking swift action.

Under the Trump Administration, the EPA has moved quickly to review and approve long-delayed projects. The approval of this project recognizes that Arizona is well-positioned to protect its underground sources of drinking water and will provide much-needed certainty to the fast-growing carbon capture industry while maintaining America’s leadership in deploying these technologies. 

President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin are advancing conservation and environmental stewardship while promoting economic growth for families in Arizona and all across America.

Today’s approval is yet another example of the Trump Administration’s efforts to achieve U.S. energy dominance and fulfill its promise of “Powering the Great American Comeback,” concluded Congressman Paul Gosar.

“Advancing economic growth and energy production in the United States, while safeguarding water resources, are common sense priorities to Power the Great American Comeback,” added EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. “With this proposal, we are advancing cooperative federalism and supporting energy dominance as Arizona becomes the primary regulator of underground injection wells within their state.” 

Background:

After conducting a comprehensive technical and legal review, EPA has preliminarily determined that Arizona’s UIC program meets all requirements for approval and the state will implement and enforce a UIC program consistent with the Safe Drinking Water Act. EPA is requesting public comments on the Agency’s proposed decision within 45 days after the date of publication in the Federal Register. 

The EPA will hold a virtual public hearing on June 25, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST). Registration for the hearing is available here. 

Visit EPA’s Underground Injection Control (UIC) website for more information. 

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Raul Ruiz (36th District of California)

Washington, D.C. –Today, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) released the following statement on the explosion reported near American Reproductive Centers IVF facility. 

“The explosion at the American Reproductive Centers IVF facility in Palm Springs is horrible. My heart is with Dr. Abdullah and staff and the people in Palm Springs, and I pray for the family of the person who died. My team and I are closely monitoring the situation and investigations. I thank all law enforcement officers and first responders for their excellent work.”

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

Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06), David Joyce (OH-14), and Michael McCaul (TX-10), introduced a resolution honoring May 17 as Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) Awareness Day to support expanded research for treatments and care for DIPG. DIPG is the leading cause of childhood death due to brain tumors, and less than one percent of its victims live more than five years after diagnosis. 

“It’s impossible to express the pain and devastation a family faces when their child is diagnosed with cancer. A battle with cancer at any age is hard, but especially for a child who should have a lifetime full of opportunities ahead of them,” said Dingell. “DIPG is responsible for the most pediatric brain tumor deaths each year and consistently has one of the lowest survival rates. We must redouble our efforts to confront childhood cancer with the urgency it requires by supporting efforts that will spread awareness and spur new research endeavors that inspire new treatments and cures. Together, we can show these young children and their families that they are not alone in their fight.”

“I am proud to introduce this bipartisan resolution to raise awareness for the more than 300 children in America suffering from this heartbreaking disease,” said Joyce. “DIPG is one of the deadliest forms of pediatric cancer, devastating children, parents, and families. We must work together to find a cure to ensure no child has to face this illness ever again.”

“With a heartbreaking survival rate of less than one percent, DIPG is considered the most lethal form of childhood cancer,” said McCaul. “We must do everything in our power to change that and give these children the futures they deserve. As founder of the Childhood Cancer Caucus, I’m proud to join Rep. Dingell and others in raising awareness of DIPG as we work toward a cure. For the precious young lives diagnosed with this disease, there’s no time to waste.”

“I am so very grateful to Congresswoman Dingell for not giving up on our kids by continuing to champion this resolution! They truly have no other voice or national visibility and I’m indebted to her for her unwavering commitment to them and to representing the interests of the American People. The most devastating part of the DIPG diagnosis experience for my 3-year old son Jack and our family was to hear that there were no solutions for him because the lives of children with brain cancer don’t represent a good enough “investment incentive” to the powers that be. If no one knows, no one cares and nothing changes. Congresswoman Dingell won’t let that happen!” said Janet Demeter, Founder of DIPG Advocacy Group.

This resolution aims to raise awareness and support efforts by the Carr family, who launched the Chad Tough Foundation in 2015 in honor of five-year-old Chad Carr of Ann Arbor, who lost his battle with DIPG in 2015; Jack’s Angels Foundation that was launched in honor of three-year-old Jack Demeter who lost his battle with DIPG in 2012; and every family impacted by DIPG.

View the full text of the resolution here. 

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

Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Don Beyer (VA-08), co-chairs of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Caucus, along with Vern Buchanan (FL-16), introduced a resolution recognizing Friday, May 16 as Endangered Species Day. The resolution highlights the strong role that the ESA has played in safeguarding America’s imperiled species and the need to prioritize conservation efforts to address the biodiversity crisis impacting plants and wildlife worldwide. 

The critical protections in the Endangered Species Act are currently at risk due to a Trump Administration proposal to rescind the definition of “harm” under the law. The proposed rule change would prohibit only actions that directly hurt or kill actual animals, but not the habitats they rely on. We know that habitat loss and destruction are the leading causes of species decline and extinction. If finalized, this change would be devastating to already fragile species and put currently healthy ones at risk.

“For more than five decades, the Endangered Species Act has been our most effective tool to protect America’s imperiled wildlife, preventing the extinction of some of our most beloved animals like the bald eagle, grizzly bear, and Florida manatee,” said Dingell. “Healthier wildlife populations mean healthier ecosystems, which results in stronger shorelines, less intense wildfires, better water quality, and fewer pests, among many other positive impacts. As the United States continues to face an unprecedented and worsening biodiversity crisis, and the critical protections of the ESA are under attack, we must fight harder than ever to defend them.”
 
“When the Trump-Musk-Vance Administration wrongly and carelessly fired probationary federal workers, the ESA programs based here in the Northern Virginia office lost species expert biologists with important state and community relationships critical to recovery goals. They lost people who were working to make the endangered species consultation process more efficient so infrastructure projects could move forward in ways that helped protect vulnerable wildlife.” said Beyer. “The ESA is currently working to protect and recover more than 2,000 species of plants and animals, all crucial to maintaining our country’s rich biodiversity and natural heritage. Cutting the core, dependable investment of the federal government’s staff time, expertise, and dollars could have devastating impacts, including breaking up longstanding public-private partnerships. It’s on all of us who support the ESA to support those that work, often silently, to keep the Endangered Species Act alive and properly functioning! I thank my colleagues, Reps. Dingell and Buchanan for helping champion this fight with me.” 

In the United States and around the world, more than 2,300 species are recognized as at risk of extinction now or in the foreseeable future, and many more are experiencing declines in populations and future viability. Many scientists categorize our planet’s current biodiversity crisis as the sixth mass extinction event, with plant and wildlife species across the globe facing heightened risk of extinction that is largely driven by human activity.
 
Dingell has long worked to protect endangered species across America, fighting to prevent the rollback of the critical safeguards in the Endangered Species Act under the previous Trump Administration.
 
View the full text of the resolution here. Learn more about the ESA Caucus here.