{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\", state = \"KY\" and year = 2023 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=2E293847-42A7-41AD-A838-E542BB91A0EE", "Barr Secures Blue Grass Army Depot Priorities in NDAA", "2023-12-15", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C.\u2013 This week, Congressman Barr (KY-06) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act which authorizes $886 billion for the Department of Defense and national security programs for fiscal year 2024. This vital legislation includes a 5.2% increase in servicemember pay (the highest pay raise in 22 years), addresses the needs of military families by improving housing and healthcare policies, bans drag shows and critical race theory in the military, provides critical support for Israel, and equips our military to counter Chinese, Russian, and Iranian threats to our national security.\n\nCongressman Barr proudly secured priorities for Kentucky\u2019s 6th Congressional District including a provision for the Blue Grass Army Depot (BGAD) regarding the Feasibility Study for the Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant in Madison County, Kentucky.\n\n\u201cI am proud to have secured language again this year in the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act which builds upon the findings of the Blue Grass Army Depot Feasibility Study published earlier this year,\u201d said Congressman Andy Barr. \u201cThe Depot plays a vital role in our national defense; I look forward to working with the local community in Madison County and federal stakeholders on opportunities for its bright future.\u201d\n\n\u201cMadison County has much to celebrate this year. We can finally mark the end of chemical weapons sitting in our backyard at Blue Grass Army Depot. This achievement was a major milestone. As we work to identify plans for the Depot and its workforce in the future, I\u2019m grateful to see this year\u2019s national defense bill push forward this local and national imperative at record speed. I\u2019m grateful for Congressman Barr\u2019s advocacy on this matter, and I look forward to partnering with him to continue to support Madison County in the future,\u201d said Madison County Judge/Executive Reagan Taylor.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B168D678-0C8F-4766-B711-1C51D5C74372", "Rep. Barr\u2019s Introduces UDAAP Reform Legislation", "2023-12-15", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) introduced legislation to amend the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010 to clarify standards for unfair, deceptive, acts and practices (UDAAP) enforcement actions brough by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB). This legislation reforms the UDAAP authority granted to the CFPB by the Dodd-Frank Act to provide certainty for lenders and credit providers.\n\n\u201cSince the Dodd-Frank Act passed, financial institutions and providers have been left without clarity of the definition for the term \u201cabusive,\u201d and inadequate guidance from CFPB on what would constitute a UDAAP violation. Regulatory uncertainty leads to fewer choices and higher prices for consumers, and the agency tasked with protecting consumers should not be complicit in regulation that is causing these outcomes,\u201d said Congressman Andy Barr. \u201cMy legislation, the Rectifying Undefined Definitions of Abusive Acts or Practices or the Rectifying UDAAP Act, requires the CFPB to provide the transparency financial institutions need to serve consumers and ensure there is ample access to credit in our consumer markets.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe consumer credit industry ensures that tens of millions of American consumers have access to credit products \u2013 from car loans to small dollar installment loans \u2013 that benefits them and the U.S. economy,\u201d said Celia Winslow, Senior Vice President of American Financial Services Association. \u201cClear and certain rules of the road for our industry ensure that the largest number of consumers can get the credit they need from reputable and ethical lenders. Congressman Barr\u2019s proposal ensures the CFPB adds both accountability for the agency and greater clarity to such rules and we strongly support such an approach.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe CFPB has attempted to exert its power well beyond what Congress ever intended, most strikingly with its UDAAP authority,\u201d said CUNA President and CEO Jim Nussle and NAFCU President and CEO Dan Berger. \u201cI applaud Rep. Barr\u2019s efforts to rein in the CFBP\u2019s abuse of this authority to help credit unions continue to advance communities and support the financial well-being of American families.\u201d\n\n\u201cICBA and the nation\u2019s community banks have long sought much-needed clarity on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau\u2019s definition and regulation of unfair, deceptive, and abusive acts and practices within the legal authority defined by Congress,\u201d Independent Community Bankers of America President and CEO Rebeca Romero Rainey said. \u201cWe thank Congressman Barr for introducing the Rectifying UDAAP Act to clarify the CFPB\u2019s regulatory authority related to UDAAP and to ensure it does not restrict the ability of community banks to meet the needs of the customers and communities they serve.\u201d\n\n\u201cIt is imperative that Congress better define the Bureau\u2019s UDAAP authority to ensure it acts within its statutory boundaries. If history is any guide, even the most well-intentioned rules without clear expectations can lead to unintended consequences when applied to the marketplace,\u201d said Consumer Bankers Association President and CEO Lindsey Johnson. \u201cThank you to Rep. Barr for introducing this important legislation which would ensure the Bureau operates beyond reproach while also providing industry with the clarity needed to comply with current and future regulatory requirements.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn recent years, the CFPB has attempted to dramatically expand its regulatory reach beyond its statutory authority, with significant implications for consumers, small businesses, banks and the broader financial services market,\u201d said American Bankers Association President and CEO Rob Nichols. \u201cChairman Barr\u2019s Rectifying UDAAP Act would more clearly define what the Bureau can and cannot do, and would rein in the Bureau\u2019s overly aggressive stance on \u2018abusive\u2019 acts or practices by requiring it to prove intentional misconduct. This bill would also make clear that the Bureau\u2019s UDAAP authority does not extend to discriminatory practices, which are already governed by our nation\u2019s anti-discrimination laws. This common-sense legislation would be a win for American consumers and the banks that serve them.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=542F71EF-AB83-4B86-B0E2-2AE5507EFE94", "Congressman Rogers Votes for 2024 National Defense Bill", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Provides Troops with largest pay raise in 20 years\n\nWASHINGTON, DC -- Today, the U.S. House of Representatives sent the fiscal year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to the President's desk to be signed into law. Congressman Hal Rogers (KY-05) voted for the bill, securing key victories for our military and national defense in the year ahead, including the largest pay raise in 20 years for U.S. Servicemembers.\n\nThe bill authorizes investments in military readiness, a stronger defense, more support for our troops and their families, and adds strength against aggression from China and other adversaries. It also supports the work of the Kentucky National Guard and paves the way for future usage of the Blue Grass Army Depot.\n\n\u201cOur military must remain focused on the tasks at hand and prepared for mounting aggression from foreign enemies. The United States must sustain our posture of military excellence with innovative hypersonic technology, intelligence and warfighters who stand ready to defend our homeland,\u201d said Congressman Rogers. \u201cThis bill takes care of our military servicemembers and provides them with the tools and training that they need to be successful, from improving military housing and childcare, to reducing barriers to healthcare and improving resources for suicide prevention.\u201d\n\nThis NDAA takes the necessary steps to save American taxpayers billions by strategically cutting inefficient programs, obsolete weapons systems, and burdensome red tape. It also refocuses our defense spending on national security and away from advancing misaligned political agendas, and bans teaching and promotion of Critical Race Theory.\n\nThe NDAA increases authorized funding for key military initiatives left unfunded or underfunded in the Biden budget, including the Pacific Deterrence Initiative, an essential tool in combatting Chinese aggression. It also protects the U.S. Navy by prohibiting the premature decommissioning of critical ships.\n\nThe legislation also provides a process for reinstatement for servicemembers who were discharged for refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine and ensures that no future adverse action is taken on those who have not received the COVID-19 vaccine.\n\nThe NDAA has passed through the House and Senate and now moves to the President's desk to be signed into law.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=652F9D7A-7B8C-47F9-8CAD-7D7285C2CA9C", "Congressman Rogers Votes for National Plan to End Parkinson's Act", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) voted for the National Plan to End Parkinson's Act, H.R. 2365, to help prevent, diagnose, treat and cure the disease that plagues millions of Americans.\n\nAccording to the National Institutes of Health, Parkinson's disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disorder in the United States, following Alzheimer\u2019s disease. Approximately 500,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, but considering the lack of awareness and diagnoses, some experts estimate that as many as one million Americans may have the disorder.\n\n\"More awareness, research and therapy is needed for Parkinson's Disease across the country, and especially in rural areas like Eastern Kentucky. The greatest success comes from planning your work and working your plan, and this bill puts a plan in motion to help diagnose and treat the disease that impacts more than half a million people every year,\" said Congressman Rogers. \"In Eastern Kentucky, the nonprofit group Parkinson's In Motion, is actively working to raise awareness, build family support, and connect patients to a variety of resources such as exercise and cognitive therapies. I applaud their local efforts and I hope this bill will pave the path forward nation-wide.\"\n\nThe bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to coordinate federal efforts and carry out a national project, including a review, assessment, plan, and strategy to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure Parkinson\u2019s Disease and related neurodegenerative Parkinsonisms.\n\nThis bill would also require HHS to establish an advisory council, comprised of federal and non-federal expert stakeholders, to evaluate current efforts, issue recommendations and implementation steps, and evaluate the national plan and strategy related to Parkinson\u2019s Disease.\n\nParkinson's In Motion, a nonprofit organization in Laurel County, was launched by former Kentucky Administrative Law Judge Janie Rice Williams who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. She applauded Congressman Rogers' support of the National Plan to End Parkinson's Act and is hopeful for the impact it could have in Eastern Kentucky.\n\n\"This national plan is desperately needed as more people across the country are faced with Parkinson's, the fastest growing neurological condition on the planet. This disease not only impacts the patient, but the whole family. While we find a cure, our mission helps those who otherwise face this degenerative condition alone. We provide resources to strengthen body, mind and community,\" said Williams. \"I'm thankful for the support we have received in Eastern Kentucky, but more resources are needed to help connect individuals to information and therapy options, especially in rural areas. That's why I'm working hard in Eastern Kentucky to let families know that they don't have to face this journey alone. I appreciate Congressman Rogers for voting for this important bill to help people here at home and across the country.\"\n\nThe bipartisan bill passed the House on Thursday and now moves on to the Senate for consideration.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-introduces-bill-to-support-the-families-of-mine-workers-afflicted-by-black-lung-disease", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Support the Families of Mine Workers Afflicted by Black Lung Disease", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 14, 2023) \u2013 This week, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act alongside Congressman Matt Cartwright (PA-08) and cosponsors Reps. Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Dan Kildee (MI-08), Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), Joe Neguse (CO-02), and Abigail Spanberger (VA-07). The bill will make it easier for survivors of miners who died of pneumoconiosis, also known as \u201cblack lung disease\u201d, to access benefits through the Black Lung Benefits Act of 1972. An identical bill has been introduced in the Senate by Senator Mark Warner of Virginia.\n\n\u201cGenerations of mine workers have worked in dangerous conditions to power America and provide for their families and communities,\u201d said Rep. Morgan McGarvey. \u201cKentucky was at the forefront of the last energy revolution, but we paid for it with the health and safety of our miners. I\u2019m proud to join with my colleagues Senator Warner and Congressman Cartwright in righting a past wrong, and I\u2019ll continue fighting to ensure these families receive the benefits they\u2019ve more than earned.\u201d\n\nResearch has shown that repeated exposure to coal dust and other materials puts miners at risk of developing black lung disease. Inhaling dust on the job scars the lungs, impairs breathing, and other respiratory complications that can have life-altering consequences and lead to disability and death.\n\nThe Black Lung Benefits Act of 1972 makes those disabled by black lung due to occupational exposure eligible for monthly payments and medical benefits. The miner\u2019s surviving dependents are also able to claim benefits in the event of a miner\u2019s death. However, under current law, the burden is on the survivor to prove that black lung substantially contributed to the miner\u2019s death, despite many of these families facing significant grief and economic insecurity.\n\nThe Relief for Survivors of Miners Act would fix these barriers to benefits to ensure families of miners are properly compensated. Specifically, the legislation:\n\nRe-establishes a pre-1981 \u201crebuttable presumption\u201d that a miner who died from respiratory-related conditions had died due to black lung if the miner was previously disabled due to black lung.\n\nImproves legal representation by paying attorney\u2019s fees and medical expenses incurred during the claim process.\n\nRequests a Government Accountability Office report on the financial impact of these payments and other ways to improve the claims process and benefits for survivors.\n\n\u201cMiners from Northeast Pennsylvania \u2013 and across the country - have made tremendous sacrifices to power our nation, and the families of miners who lost their lives to black lung disease deserve our support,\u201d said Rep. Cartwright. \u201cThis bill is critical to removing the unwarranted red tape preventing families from receiving the benefits they deserve and will expand resources to help families secure the support they need.\u201d\n\n\u201cWhen a miner dies, their families are left not only grieving and planning a funeral, but they also often lose the benefits they relied on for groceries and paying the bills.\u201d said Vonda Robinson, Vice President of the National Black Lung Association. \u201cThe Relief for Survivors of Miners Act will make their lives a little easier, and help to make sure that families are not left in poverty after their loved ones die.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe UMWA has been at the forefront of battling black lung disease for more than fifty years,\u201d said Cecil E. Roberts, International President of the United Mine Workers of America. \u201cEnacted by Congress in 1969 as part of the Federal Mine Health and Safety Act, the black lung benefits system has been helpful to thousands of miners and their families. But more needs to be done. The cost of living has dramatically increased since 1969, miners are contracting the disease at younger ages and there are more severe forms of the disease. Congressman McGarvey\u2019s, \u2018Relief for Survivors of Miners Act\u2019 would ease burdens families of deceased miners face claiming black lung benefits so these families receive the benefits they deserve.\u201d\n\n\u201cToo many families have to navigate the black lung benefits process alone, often fighting tooth and nail with coal companies to prove that the coal miner died of black lung,\u201d said Quenton King, Federal Legislative Specialist, Appalachian Voices. \u201cThis legislation will not only encourage more attorneys to take on black lung cases, but also will level the playing field for dependents by reestablishing a provision that anti-coal miner lawmakers removed in the 1980s. We applaud Rep. McGarvey for his leadership in introducing this bill in the House for the first time, and we urge Congress to swiftly enact this legislation.\u201d\n\n\"Losing a loved one is a difficult experience but widows and survivors of miners who pass from black lung face the task of navigating the stresses of the black lung process,\u201d said Courtney Rhoades Mullines, Black Lung Organizer at the Appalachian Citizens\u2019 Law Center. \u201cThis bill, and its matching Senate bill, will make this process more accessible for those that have lost a loved one to this preventable disease. We are thankful for Representative McGarvey\u2019s leadership and being a voice for miners and their families.\"\n\nThe Relief for Survivors of Miners Act is endorsed by Appalachian Citizens\u2019 Law Center, Appalachian Voices, National Black Lung Association, and United Mine Workers.\n\nThe bill text can be found HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/12/comer-delivers-remarks-on-house-floor-in-support-of-impeachment-inquiry-as-congress-faces-obstruction-from-white-house-we-must-take-action-to-hold-president-biden-accountable", "Comer Delivers Remarks on House Floor in Support of Impeachment Inquiry: As Congress Faces Obstruction from White House, We Must Take Action to Hold President Biden Accountable", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON\u2014House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today delivered remarks on the House floor in support of House Resolution 918, a resolution to formalize the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.\n\nBelow are Chairman Comer\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery.\n\nThank you, Chairman Cole.\n\nMr. Speaker, I rise today to support House Resolution 918.\n\nJoe Biden has repeatedly lied to the American people about his family\u2019s corrupt influence peddling schemes.\n\nHe told the American people he never spoke to his son about his family\u2019s business dealings.\n\nHe claimed there was an \u201cabsolute wall\u201d between his official government duties as Vice President and his family.\n\nHe said his family never made money from China.\n\nAll of these are blatant lies.\n\nOur investigation has revealed how Joe Biden knew of, participated in, and benefited from his family cashing in on the Biden name around the world.\n\nSince January, we have learned some of the following:\n\nThe Bidens created 20 shell companies \u2013 most of which were created when Joe Biden was Vice President.\n\nThe Bidens and their associates then raked in over $24 million through these shell companies from China, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Romania between 2014-2019. At least ten members of the Biden family benefited or participated in these schemes.\n\nThe Bidens layered these payments through their bank accounts to hide the sources of the money.\n\nThe banks even flagged many of these transactions in more than 150 suspicious activity reports to the Treasury Department.\n\nOne bank investigator was so concerned about Hunter Biden\u2019s financial transactions with the Chinese company that he wanted to re-evaluate the bank\u2019s relationship with him. He noted that his transactions served \u201cno current business purpose.\u201d\n\nAccording to Devon Archer, a Biden family associate, Joe Biden was THE BRAND of the business.\n\nThe BRAND showed up.\n\nJoe Biden spoke to his son\u2019s associates by speakerphone over 20 times, dined with foreign oligarchs and a Burisma executive, and had coffee with his son\u2019s Chinese associate \u2013 all when he was Vice President.\n\nWeeks after Joe Biden left the Vice Presidency, money from this CCP-linked entity began to make its way to the bank accounts of several Biden family members.\n\nBased on one Biden associate\u2019s interview with the FBI, these payments were sent to the Bidens as a \u201cthank you.\u201d\n\nAsk any Justice Department public corruption investigator about the importance of payments received after one leaves public office. It\u2019s a hallmark of corruption.\n\nWe are now at a pivotal moment in our investigation. We will soon depose and interview several members of the Biden family and their associates about these influence peddling schemes.\n\nBut we are facing obstruction from the White House.\n\nThe White House is seeking to block key testimony from current and former White House staff.\n\nIt is also withholding thousands of records from Joe Biden\u2019s time as Vice President.\n\nPresident Biden must be held accountable for his lies, corruption, and obstruction.\n\nWe have a duty to provide the accountability and transparency that Americans demand and deserve.\n\nI urge my colleagues to support this important and necessary resolution.\n\nI yield back the balance of my time.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-morgan-mcgarvey-and-suzanne-bonamici-lead-effort-to-improve-family-access-to-housing-assistance", "Reps. Morgan McGarvey and Suzanne Bonamici Lead Effort to Improve Family Access to Housing Assistance", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 13, 2023) \u2013 Today Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) led 25 of their colleagues in drawing attention to the decline in federal housing assistance programs for families with children.\n\nSection 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit are two of the largest federal housing programs that can help prevent homelessness. Unfortunately, data from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Section 8 vouchers shows that families with children have received a smaller share of voucher recipients over the last decade.\n\n\u201cThe Biden Administration has shown historic dedication to improving opportunities for homeownership and increasing protections for families who rent,\u201d the Representatives wrote. \u201cUnfortunately, the number of families experiencing homelessness is on the rise nationally. We write to request information from your agencies so we can work together to improve federal programs to better serve vulnerable families.\u201d\n\nIn 2009, households with children received 42 percent of the benefits from subsidized HUD programs. By 2022, that percentage had declined to 33 percent. This includes Section 8 choice vouchers, public housing, and project-based vouchers.\n\nThe letter requests HUD and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) provide information on policies to enhance support for families and youth at risk of homelessness, including:\n\nData on how many new families are being accepted in federal housing programs;\n\nA breakdown of information about families\u2019 access to developments subsidized by the Low Income Housing Tax Credit and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers;\n\nConfirmation of the downward trend of families with children accessing federally subsidized housing and details on what may be the potential causes;\n\nInformation on initiatives HUD and IRS are undertaking to promote housing stability for families\n\nThe letter is supported by First Focus Campaign for Children and SchoolHouse Connection.\n\n\u201cAccess to safe and affordable housing is critical for healthy child development, yet publicly available data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development shows that over the past decade, families with children are a declining share of subsidized housing recipients,\u201d said Bruce Lesley, President, First Focus Campaign for Children. \u201cFirst Focus Campaign for Children applauds Reps. Bonamici, McGarvey, and the rest of the signers for prioritizing children by sending this letter to HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge and IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel to inquire about this concerning trend, as well as ask for more information about actions taken by HUD and the IRS to increase support for families and youth experiencing homelessness and housing instability.\u201d\n\nIn addition to Reps. Bonamici and McGarvey, the letter was signed by 25 of their colleagues, including Yvette Clarke (D-NY), Dwight Evans (D-PA), John Garamendi (D-CA), Sylvia Garcia (D-TX), Jimmy Gomez (D-CA), Ra\u00fal Grijalva (D-AZ), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA), Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX), Sara Jacobs (D-CA), Barbara Lee (D-CA), Doris Matsui (D-CA), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Scott Peters (D-CA), Delia Ramirez (D-IL), Deborah Ross (D-NC), Andrea Salinas (D-OR), Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA), Janice Schakowsky (D-IL), Adam Schiff (D-CA), Shri Thanedar (D-MI), David Trone (D-MD), Juan Vargas (D-CA), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), and Nikema Williams (D-GA).\n\nReps. Bonamici and McGarvey lead the bipartisan, bicameral Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention Act together.\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found below.\n\nDear Secretary Fudge and Commissioner Werfel,\n\nWe write today to inquire about efforts to safeguard affordable housing for families in the United States. The Biden Administration has shown historic dedication to improving opportunities for homeownership and increasing protections for families who rent. Unfortunately, the number of families experiencing homelessness is on the rise nationally.] We write to request information from your agencies so we can work together to improve federal programs to better serve vulnerable families.\n\nThe Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers are our largest programs to secure housing stability for vulnerable Americans. It is essential that all our federal housing programs, but especially LIHTC and Section 8, directly serve the needs of low-income families. There is a potentially concerning trend of fewer families with children accessing stable housing through federal assistance, especially LIHTC and Section 8 vouchers. The database on the Department of Housing and Urban Development\u2019s website shows that the percent of people with children in subsidized housing nationally has fallen to 33 percent, which is the lowest percentage in a decade and an overall decline of eight percent from 2010. According to research from the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities, the number of families receiving rent assistance fell by 250,000 or 13 percent from 2004 to 2016.\n\nAlthough Congress has not provided needed investments to expand federal housing programs to fully meet the demands of our housing crisis, we remain concerned about fewer and fewer families with children being served by these programs. We ask that you provide responses to the following questions:\n\n1. Do your agencies have data showing how many new families are being accepted in federal housing programs?\n\na. Please provide a breakdown of information about families\u2019 access to developments subsidized by the Low Income Housing Tax Credit and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.\n\n2. Does data available to your agencies reflect a downward trend of families with children accessing federally subsidized housing? If so, please detail the cause of this trend, including whether it is related to any or a combination of the following:\n\na. Prioritization of people other than families with children by housing developers or local and state housing agencies;\n\nb. Rehabilitation and construction of units that are not accessible to families with children;\n\nc. Children in families who entered housing developments moving out and the rest of their family staying, which in turn keeps these units off the market;\n\nd. Discrimination based on source of income or familial status by landlords against vouchers or other screening practices that disproportionately harm low-income families with children; and,\n\ne. Lack of accessible units for families with children because of limited appropriations for housing programs.\n\n3. What initiatives is HUD taking to promote housing stability for families?\n\na. What resources are needed to fully meet the mission of the Family Unification Program?\n\nb. When does HUD anticipate publishing guidance to better integrate services with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in response to the 2021 report, GAO-21-540?\n\nc. How will family housing stability be integrated into the LGBTQI+ Youth Homelessness Initiative?\n\nThe need for expanded resources to address housing and houselessness is clear. As demonstrated by the Emergency Rental Assistance Program created during the COVID-19 pandemic, dedicated federal resources prevent evictions, improve wellbeing and financial security, and fill gaps to mitigate housing cost increases. We remain committed to addressing underinvestment in housing and making housing and homeownership affordable and achievable for all Americans. It is essential that Congress addresses this important issue and our effort must be coupled with policies that remove barriers to family access and enhance coordination of the full spectrum of services for people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.\n\nThank you again for your dedication to making affordable housing attainable for all Americans. We look forward to your answers and opportunities to partner with you to deliver the resources needed so everyone has a safe and affordable place to call home.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=8BC45E65-8E51-436D-9B2C-4461D5C2CDA0", "Congressman Rogers Votes for Federal Bill to Continue Opioid Treatment and Recovery Efforts", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Includes Rogers' STAR Loan Repayment Act to increase the number of treatment professionals\n\nWASHINGTON, DC -- On Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Support for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act. The bill continues providing treatment and recovery services for addiction as millions of Americans work to overcome substance use disorder through long-term recovery and workforce training. Congressman Hal Rogers (KY-05) voted for the bill, which includes his Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery (STAR) Loan Repayment Program, incentivizing medical students to work in the treatment field.\n\n\"Eastern Kentucky was once dubbed the 'Nation's Painkiller Capital', but thanks to comprehensive efforts to expand treatment and education in our region, we're leading the country in access to recovery. This bill will help continue those efforts with critical funding for programs that are saving lives here at home and across America,\" said Congressman Rogers, cofounder of Operation UNITE, a nonprofit organization combatting the opioid epidemic through law enforcement, treatment and education. \"I'm thrilled that this bill includes the student loan repayment program to help close the gap in treatment providers needed to help individuals, and especially pregnant women, through recovery.\"\n\nLast week, a new report from the University of Kentucky and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ranked the Commonwealth among the highest in the nation for babies born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). NAS is developed from mothers taking opioids or other substances while pregnant, causing an infant to experience withdrawals after birth. The report noted more than 77 of every 1,000 babies born in Eastern Kentucky in 2020, were born with the syndrome.\n\n\"We must do more to help these babies suffering with NAS, and that starts with helping their mothers. This bill will ensure there are more medical professionals prepared for the treatment field, safer prescribing in every state, and more access to recovery in every corner of the country,\" said Rogers.\n\nCongressman Rogers' STAR Loan Repayment Program is expanded for five more years in the bill. It also increases the authorized amount from $25 million to $40 million, allowing more treatment professionals to participate in the program.\n\nThe bill continues the work of the Substance Use Disorder Prevention That Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities (SUPPORT) Act, which first passed in 2018. It enhances access to services for pregnant and postpartum women, provides training and support for first responders, and empowers individuals to participate in the workforce and live independently. The legislation also provides coverage for certified opioid treatment programs for patients on Medicare and temporarily provides coverage of medication assisted treatment for Medicaid recipients.\n\nThe legislation also strengthens coordination between the FDA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to prevent illicit drug trafficking at our southern border and through the mail.\n\nThe bill now moves to the U.S. Senate for consideration.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-celebrates-closing-more-than-1000-constituent-cases-in-first-year-in-congress", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Celebrates Closing More Than 1,000 Constituent Cases in First Year in Congress", "2023-12-11", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LOUISVILLE, KY (December 11, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced his office has closed more than 1,000 constituent cases during his first year in Congress.\n\n\u201cWe hit the ground running and our office has closed over 1,000 constituent cases and returned more than $3.7 million to Louisvillians in my first year in Congress,\u201dsaid Rep. McGarvey. \u201cFrom ensuring Louisvillians receive their hard-earned benefits to getting passports returned in time for family trips, my team is working hard to assist our community. There is nothing more important than helping the people of Louisville.\u201d\n\nFor assistance with a federal agency, please visit mcgarvey.house.gov.\n\n###\n\nCongressman Morgan McGarvey represents Kentucky\u2019s Third Congressional District, including Louisville and Jefferson County. He serves on the House Veterans Affairs and House Small Business Committees.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=9719B339-4F19-46B9-8C72-B219377A219F", "Congressman Rogers Keynotes Deployment Ceremony in Monticello", "2023-12-09", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "MONTICELLO, Ky. -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) joined local leaders, family and friends at Wayne County High School in Monticello, Kentucky on Saturday to salute 79 soldiers who are deploying to Southwest Asia this holiday season. In total, 300 Soldiers from the 1-623rd Field Artillery (FA) will deploy from Kentucky to support the U.S. Army Central Command's Operation Spartan Shield to maintain and strengthen partnerships with regional allies. They have trained for over a year to prepare for this deployment.\n\n\"Nothing gives me greater pride than returning to the armory where I first enlisted to serve my country, and seeing the next generation of warfighters and defenders standing strong to answer the call of duty,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House and a veteran of the Kentucky National Guard's 623rd. \"These soldiers have provided invaluable support during recent natural disasters across the Commonwealth, and now they will use their skill and training for this key mission overseas. They are not only highly trained to be a part of Task Force Spartan, but they are equipped with the most high-tech artillery and intelligence that this nation can provide. What better soldiers to guard our assets around the globe, to protect freedom and liberty for our nation and our friends abroad, than the brave members of the Kentucky National Guard?\"\n\nTask Force Spartan is a unique, multi-component organization made up of active Army, National Guard, U.S Army Reserve units. Since 2011, Operation Spartan Shield, Task Force Spartan has maintained U.S. military presence in Southwest Asia where they have been involved in a range of military activities aimed at promoting regional security and stability.\n\n\"I salute our Kentucky soldiers and their families for sacrificing so much for our nation throughout the year, and especially during the holidays,\" said Congressman Rogers.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=DC109123-E15E-46CA-B577-2AA4A1FEDC59", "Congressman Rogers Delivers New Books to the Wayne County Library", "2023-12-09", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "MONTICELLO, KY -- Last Christmas Eve, the Wayne County Library was flooded by 5,000 gallons of water after a main water line burst. More than 3,000 books were damaged by the water that spilled into the library from the ceiling. On Saturday, Congressman Hal Rogers helped replace the ruined books with a special Christmas delivery from the Library of Congress.\n\n\"During this season of giving, it's an honor to put books back into the hands of children and adults in Wayne County,\" said Congressman Rogers, a Wayne County native. \"As soon as I heard about my hometown library losing thousands of books, I contacted the Library of Congress to help replace as many books as possible. There is nothing sweeter than seeing our children's imagination light up as they turn the pages of a good book.\"\n\nThe Library of Congress maintains a collection of more than 100 million items, including books, transcripts, and the Congressional Record. The nation's official library donates surplus books to eligible organizations and institutions, including schools, libraries, museums, government entities and nonprofit organizations that maintain a library or research center.\n\n\"On behalf of the Library\u2019s patrons, staff, and board of trustees, we thank Congressman Rogers for his most generous donation of two-thousand children\u2019s and young adult books to our collection. In the wake of this year\u2019s flood-related losses, his support has not only expedited our recovery efforts, but has also granted us an opportunity to put new and exciting titles into the hands of developing readers,\" said Logan Anderson, Library Director. \"Wayne County\u2019s young learners will enjoy these books for many years to come. Thank you, Congressman Rogers, for helping us to promote literacy and a love of reading among the young people in our community.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-on-planned-parenthoods-lawsuit-to-restore-abortion-rights-in-kentucky", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Planned Parenthood\u2019s Lawsuit to Restore Abortion Rights in Kentucky", "2023-12-08", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LOUISVILLE, KY (December 08, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement in support of Planned Parenthood\u2019s lawsuit to restore abortion rights in Kentucky:\n\n\u201cHope has been rekindled for countless Kentuckians who, for much of the last 18 months, have been forced to live without the long held right to bodily autonomy and healthcare, sometimes lifesaving healthcare, without recourse. Today, Kentuckians got their recourse, thanks to the courage of a Jane Doe \u2014 whose privacy, like any other patient of our healthcare system, must be respected.\n\n\"Since the fall of Roe, Kentucky's draconian abortion ban has created second-class citizenship for half our commonwealth and caused undue suffering for women in need. It is beyond time to restore equal rights under the law.\n\nThis is a great day for Kentucky. And if the court strikes down this cruel law, which I believe it should, today will be remembered as a historic turning point toward freedom.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=D61A473B-CF24-4332-BBA4-142E8B51D091", "Reps. Rogers, Cartwright Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Rural Communities", "2023-12-07", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representatives Hal Rogers (KY-05) and Matt Cartwright (PA-08) introduced the Transforming Hiring in Rural Industries and Vital Economies (THRIVE) Act, legislation that would strengthen and create new economic opportunities in rural areas.\n\nThis bipartisan bill would permanently establish a federal interagency council to coordinate investment in our nation\u2019s rural areas, ensuring that the federal government maximizes its investments in rural communities. The council would be directed to ensure that federal dollars go towards a wide range of needs of rural communities, including conservation of agricultural and working lands, improvement of online educational resources for teachers and students, strengthening rural broadband, improvements to transportation, and other key priorities.\n\n\u201cRural America deserves a prominent council in Washington that will advocate for the incredible workforce, natural resources and abundance of opportunities we have to offer,\u201d said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \u201cI\u2019m pleased that this legislation will bring together key decisionmakers to prioritize rural needs across various federal agencies to ensure investments are maximized for the benefit of our communities most in-need. I\u2019m honored to join my friend across the aisle, Congressman Cartwright, to champion this important legislation for our rural regions.\"\n\n\u201cRural communities deserve a seat at the table,\u201d said Rep. Cartwright. \u201cI\u2019m proud to join my Republican colleague Representative Hal Rogers in this bipartisan effort to make sure that the federal government gives rural communities every opportunity for growth and economic development.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the legislation can be found HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=4C796D44-1294-4C12-B011-FCE324B96C91", "Congressman Rogers Reintroduces Black Lung Bill Named for Whitley County Coal Miner", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers (R-KY) and U.S. Rep. Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to expedite approved benefits from the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund for coal miners with black lung disease. The John \"J.L.\" White Ensuring Timely Black Lung Benefits Act is named in memory of a former coal miner from Williamsburg, Kentucky who passed away before receiving the benefits he was approved for.\n\n\"Mr. White's story is far too common. Fighting black lung disease can be a costly burden after many years of hard work, and our coal miners shouldn't have to fight through red tape while fighting for their lives,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"I was honored to help J.L's family finally receive the benefits he rightfully earned to pay his medical expenses, but unfortunately, he never got to see the first check. That's why I keep pushing for this legislation, which will allow the trust fund to help black lung patients in waiting.\"\n\nThis bill would ensure former coal miners who have met the Department of Labor\u2019s (DoL) medical eligibility requirements can begin receiving payments from the trust fund 60 days after approval, while the DoL continues its diligent, and often lengthy work, to determine the responsible payer.\n\nMedicare coverage for disabled coal miners with black lung disease ceases for some medical services and prescriptions, like inhalers, even though the miners have not yet started receiving payments, making this bill a critical fix.\n\n\u201cCoal miners who have developed black lung disease do not have the luxury to wait for their benefits from the Black Lung Disability Fund,\u201d said Congressman Bishop. \u201cThis important legislation will help ensure that coal miners now, and in the future, will be able to receive the assistance they need in a timely manner so that they will not have to face lengthy delays like John White did. I commend my friend and colleague Hal Rogers for his outstanding bipartisan leadership on this vital issue.\u201d\n\nLiable companies will be responsible for reimbursing the trust fund, providing longevity to this important fund. If a liable company is not found, the miner would continue to receive benefits from the trust fund.\n\nWhite\u2019s daughter, Johnna Robinson, says her dad was recruited to the coal mines as a highly skilled dozer operator, and quickly worked his way up the ranks.\n\n\"This bill will ensure that these miners in need receive their benefits in a timely manner. My Dad loved coal mining, but nothing frustrated him more than red-tape and policies that protected larger corporations at the expense of hard-working men and women,\" said Robinson. \"He would be so honored to know about this bill, and how it could be a help and benefit to miners in need. To have this bill named for him means so much to our family because it means that the legacy and passions of our family patriarch, John L. White, can live on and remind us how blessed we all were to have him in our lives.\"\n\nSince 1973, the Department of Labor has received more than 119,000 black lung claims in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, which is the third highest in the country.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-introduces-bill-to-crack-down-on-labor-rights-violations", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Labor Rights Violations", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 06, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced the Workers Protecting Our Wage Earners\u2019 Rights Act, or Workers POWER Act, alongside Rep. Bobby Scott (VA-03), Ranking Member of the House Education & Workforce Committee, Congressional Labor Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01), and Rep. Greg Casar (TX-35). The bill will equip the Department of Labor with the resources needed to tackle federal labor law violations including child labor, wage theft, and workplace health and safety violations.\n\n\u201cEveryday working people are the ones who power this country, and they deserve to work with dignity, free from concerns of stolen wages or having their health and safety put at risk,\u201d said Rep. Morgan McGarvey. \u201cThis bill creates a better future for our country\u2019s workers by empowering the Department of Labor to crack down on bad actors engaging in conduct ranging from child labor violations to wage theft. I\u2019m proud to lead my colleagues in the fight to prevent our workers from being exploited and will continue working to ensure every worker in our country makes good wages and has safe working conditions.\u201d\n\nThe Workers POWER Act grew out of a federal investigation into several Louisville McDonald\u2019s which were found in violation of child labor law and fined $212K by the Department of Labor\u2019s Wage and Hour Division. The investigators uncovered numerous violations, including 305 minors working illegally and two 10-year-old children working as late as 2:00 a.m. Despite the best efforts of the hardworking federal investigators, reports of child labor have continued to make headlines while staffing shortages at the Wage and Hour Division remain pertinent due to underfunding.\n\nThis legislation improves the pipeline, capacity, and resources into the Department of Labor\u2019s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). To do so, the legislation seeks to increase the slots in pipeline programs, incentivize recruitment and retention, promote reports on the needs of the Department of Labor to best enforce labor laws, and create a grant program to states to increase labor violations enforcement.\n\n\u201cThe Department of Labor\u2019s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are an essential line of defense against wage theft, abusive child labor, and unsafe workplaces. Regrettably, these agencies and their staff have been left without the resources and support they need to fulfill DOL\u2019s promise to workers. This is particularly dangerous at a time when unscrupulous employers are robbing workers of hard-earned pay and there is a surge in horrific incidents of child labor and workplace injuries and deaths,\u201d said Ranking Member Scott. \u201cThe Workers POWER Act would help ensure that WHD and OSHA have access to a strong pipeline of talent and can provide their staff with the support they deserve. We must invest in the individuals who dedicate themselves to protecting the rights and safety of American workers.\u201d\n\n\u201cNo worker should be subjected to unsafe and unhealthy working conditions. As a former electrician, I saw many friends and coworkers seriously injured and killed on the job due to dangerous and exploitative working conditions,\u201d said Congressman Norcross, co-chair of the Labor Caucus. \u201cI\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in introducing the Workers POWER Act to empower the Department of Labor with the tools and resources it needs to enforce federal labor laws, protect workers, and crack down on exploitative labor practices. The health and safety of America\u2019s workers remains one of my top priorities in Congress, and I will continue to work with both sides of the aisle to keep them safe and healthy.\u201d\n\n\u201cRight now, people are being forced to work unsafe and dangerous jobs by some of the biggest corporations across the country,\u201d said Congressman Casar. \u201cWe must increase the Department of Labor\u2019s resources to help them tackle the increasing number of labor violations, hold these big corporations accountable, and protect U.S. workers for the long haul.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur labor laws are only meaningful when we adequately fund the agencies that oversee enforcement,\u201d said USW International President David McCall. \u201cThe USW commends Rep. McGarvey and his Workers POWER Act, which would finally give the Department of Labor and its state partners the resources they need to protect workers from employers who seek to exploit or endanger them.\u201d\n\n\"Working people should not have to compromise when it comes to safety on the job,\u201d William Samuel, AFL-CIO Government Affairs Director. \u201cThe Workers POWER Act will bolster the Department of Labor's resources, staffing and enforcement capabilities. This legislation is long overdue and absolutely necessary to prevent unacceptable labor violations like wage theft, child labor, and occupational hazards. We urge legislators to pass this critical bill to create specialized positions and allocate grants to states, all of which are necessary to protect American workers and ensure stronger enforcement of federal labor laws.\"\n\n\u201cLabor laws without proper enforcement are as good as the paper they\u2019re written on. The Workers POWER Act will empower workers across the country by giving the Department of Labor the resources it needs to enforce labor law to the fullest extent,\u201d said UFCW International President Marc Perrone. \u201cLabor violations impact workers in every single district of this country while major corporations continue to profit. It is high-time to increase the number of trained investigators that our members need to stay safe from both injuries and substandard employers. We applaud Rep. McGarvey for giving the Department of Labor and its agencies the tools to fight back against widespread labor problems that continue to plague this country, such as wage theft, workplace safety, and violations of child labor laws.\u201d\n\n\u201cSMART members know as well as anyone that rules and regulations designed to protect workers are only effective when they are enforced \u2013 and that\u2019s especially true when it comes to labor law,\u201d said SMART General President Michael Coleman. \u201cAs child labor law violations skyrocket, and as workers continue to organize in the face of well-documented violations of federal law, it is more crucial than ever that the Department of Labor\u2019s Wage and Hour Division has the funding and staffing needed to protect working Americans and their families. SMART strongly supports the Workers POWER Act, and we encourage all pro-worker members of Congress to sign onto this commonsense legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Child Labor Coalition is delighted that Rep. McGarvey has introduced legislation, the Workers POWER Act, to help the Department of Labor increase its inspectorate. We\u2019ve seen a huge increase in hazardous child labor this year and last. With less than 800 inspectors for 11 million workplaces, the Wage and Hour Division must have additional resources as it works to protect vulnerable teen workers. We believe that the U.S. needs at least 1500 labor inspectors, a doubling of current levels. We thank Rep. McGarvey and other original cosponsors for this nuanced, well-designed legislation,\u201d said Reid Maki, coordinator of the Child Labor Coalition and the director of child labor advocacy for the National Consumers League.\n\nThe Workers POWER Act is endorsed by the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), American Postal Workers Union (APWU), Association of Flight Attendants (AFA), Association of Professional Flight Attendants (APFA), International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART), International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Media Voices for Children, National Child Labor Coalition, National Consumers League, National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU), Transport Workers Union of America (TWU), United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), United Steelworkers (USW), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).\n\nThe bill text can be found HERE.\n\nA section-by-section breakdown of the bill text can be found HERE.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-on-voting-present-on-hres-894", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Voting Present on H.Res. 894", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 05, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after voting present on Republican-led H.Res. 894:\n\n\u201cToday, for the first time in 11 years of serving in public office, I voted present on a bill. I voted present today not because I\u2019m undecided on the question of antisemitism - I condemn antisemitism wholeheartedly and in all its forms - but because I could not in good conscience vote for a partisan resolution designed exclusively to score political points rather than address antisemitism. Just last week, I joined my colleagues in a nearly unanimous bipartisan vote affirming Israel\u2019s right to exist and condemning antisemitic attacks on Israel; but with the rise of antisemitism across the country, we have to get this right, and I do not believe the resolution we voted on today was right. It did not receive the endorsement of the bipartisan Antisemitism Task Force, and it came to the floor without a single Democratic cosponsor. I agree wholeheartedly with what Representatives Jerry Nadler, Jamie Raskin, Dan Goldman said of this resolution: \u2018The threat of antisemitism and the safety of Jewish lives is not a game. It is beneath the dignity of Congress and it is an affront to Jews everywhere to treat rising antisemitism as an opportunity to create partisan division with conceptual confusion\u2019. I\u2019m appalled that Republican leadership chose to play political games with such a serious issue. I will continue fighting for Congress to address antisemitism seriously.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-announces-holiday-cards-for-heroes-program", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces \u201cHoliday Cards for Heroes\u201d Program", "2023-12-04", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Louisvillians are invited to leave their holiday greetings at Congressman McGarvey\u2019s Louisville office\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. (December 04, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) launched his \u201cHoliday Cards for Heroes\u201d program for the 2023 holiday season, encouraging Louisvillians to drop off holiday greetings for active duty service members and veterans at his downtown Louisville office.\n\n\u201cThe holiday season is often a time to gather with our friends and loved ones, but many service members and veterans won\u2019t have that opportunity this year,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cMy brother is currently stationed overseas and, while grateful for his service, we missed having him with us for Thanksgiving. That\u2019s why I\u2019m honored to lead this effort to connect our service members to our community, and I hope Louisvillians join me in sending heartfelt messages to the hardworking Americans proudly serving our country to spread some holiday cheer.\u201d\n\nA holiday card drop box can be found inside Congressman McGarvey\u2019s district office at the Romano L. Mazzoli Federal Building, Suite 216, 600 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Pl, Louisville, KY, 40202. Congressman McGarvey has also invited Jefferson County Public Schools District (JCPS) students to participate.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=A0FE9429-6BCF-4BFD-AEA5-30BF20ACB1FB", "Congressman Rogers Votes to Freeze Iranian Funds Released by Biden", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) voted for the No Funds for Iranian Terrorism Act, a bill passed by House Republicans on Thursday, to effectively freeze $6 billion in Iranian funds that the Biden Administration released in exchange for American hostages in September.\n\n\"Iran continues to fund brutal terrorism around the world, and the United States should not be in the business of negotiating billions of dollars that could be used to do more harm, and inspire more hostage operations,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"Iran continues to support evil groups, like Hamas and Hezbollah, with total disregard for innocent lives. The terrorist attack on Israel magnified the need to freeze these funds. We must continue to stand against all forms of tyranny, and this bill ensures proper sanctions are restored to protect our allies.\"\n\nOne month after the Biden Administration waived sanctions for the money transfer, Iran-backed Hamas terrorists brutally murdered more than 1,300 people in Israel, kidnapping 130 others, creating another hostage situation.\n\nThe legislation imposes immediate, mandatory sanctions on any financial institution that attempts to engage in transactions with the $6 billion currently held in Qatar banks, effectively freezing the funds.\n\nThe bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.\n\nClick here to read the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/transcript-of-congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-remarks-on-premature-awareness-month", "Transcript of Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Remarks on Premature Awareness Month", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 29, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) joined his colleagues, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) and Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02), and March of Dimes President and CEO Dr. Elizabeth Cherot, at a press conference marking November as Premature Awareness Month. A transcript of his remarks are below:\n\nThank you so much, Congresswoman McClellan. Thank you to Dr. Cherot for sharing those statistics. D plus is simply unacceptable \u2014 particularly when we are talking about women's health. We're talking about our most fragile human beings and premature babies. We're talking about the health disparities, particularly in black and brown women in this country. We've got to do better.\n\nThank you, Emma Lee, for your story. I know how difficult that is. And you were making me relive a lot of what we went through and thinking about this week. We can talk about the statistics, but the turmoil it takes on every family that goes through this as well is significant.\n\nI remember we went in for our 24 week scan; we had twins, it was our first pregnancy, it was fantastic. The doctor said everything looks so good, don't come back for another month. The next day, my wife called me laughing from work and she said, \u201cyou're not going to believe this \u2014 I just peed my pants\u201d. And the next call, she called crying from the emergency room and she said \u201cmy water broke\u201d.\n\nAnd we couldn't be cared for at the hospital where we were \u2014 they didn't have a level of NICU high enough for us and we were transported to a different hospital in an ambulance. We didn't leave for 109 days. And our babies were born fortunately at 26 weeks and had gotten some of the surfactant, some of the things we know help these premature babies, but they were a half and a pound and 15 ounces, respectively.\n\nWe went through the ventilator, we went through all the pumping stories, we had to use other people's freezers \u2014 it makes me think about all the things you have to go through. But even then with these such fragile, fragile human beings, they got one cc of breast milk over eight hours delivered through a hydraulic arm because they can't tolerate it and then they have to grow. And you can't change the caloric content of breast milk. And we know with premature babies that if you're using a cow supplement, a bovine supplement, to up the caloric count of that breast milk \u2014 it has terrible consequences for preemies. And we know the advantages of human fortified breast milk.\n\nSo we found out about that and in Kentucky, insurance wouldn't cover it. And so we fought and we fought and we fought to try and get our babies out of the hospital just as any parent would do. And it makes me realize the way policy interacts with this because when you're sleeping in a hospital chair, you say a lot of prayers and you make a lot of promises.\n\nAnd one of the promises I made, I said if we ever get out of here, we're going to do something about this. I didn't know what but we'll do something to help. And a year later I ran for the state senate and passed the first insurance mandate in Kentucky history where we mandated the coverage of human fortified breast milk for premature babies. So raising this awareness, getting people to understand what goes on, to know the humans behind these stories, the successful outcomes. And of course, the nearly million babies who die worldwide from prematurity \u2014 that we can help out is just going to be so beneficial for our families in this country, in this world. And so, Congresswoman McClellan, thank you so much for what you're doing, the March of Dimes team, thank you for what you're doing. And let's continue raising awareness for these kids, these moms, these parents who so need it.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/-congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-introduces-bill-to-expand-access-to-capital-for-small-business-owners", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Expand Access to Capital for Small Business Owners", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 28, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Supporting Community Lenders Act, a bill which expands access to capital for underserved small business owners. The bill would establish a dedicated position within the Small Business Administration to support and advocate on behalf of community lenders \u2013 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Community Development Corporations (CDCs), Microloan Intermediaries, and Minority Development Institutions (MDIs).\n\n\u201cEvery American deserves a chance to start a business and achieve the American dream,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cBut too many entrepreneurs, particularly those from underserved communities and backgrounds, struggle to access critical capital when they start or grow their businesses. I\u2019m proud to introduce this bipartisan bill that will make it easier to create small businesses across our country. I\u2019ll continue working with my colleagues to create equal opportunity for everyone, so that anyone who wants to be a small business owner can do just that \u2014 regardless of their race, ethnicity, or zip code.\u201d\n\nAs it currently stands, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Community Development Corporations (CDCs), Microloan Intermediaries, and Minority Development Institutions (MDIs) do not have a designated advocate within the federal government. As a result, these institutions and those they serve often struggle to navigate the federal bureaucracy and take advantage of capital access programs and other federal assistance.\n\nThe Coordinator for Community Financial Institutions would be tasked with advocating for community lenders across federal agencies, providing support and education, and connecting these institutions to SBA\u2019s capital access programs. Community lenders support veterans, rural Americans, and other traditionally underserved groups, and creating a position at SBA to support these lenders will increase their effectiveness and ensure every American benefits from critical federal programs.\n\n\u201cCapital access is a priority for small businesses\u2014they need capital to survive. In Missouri\u2019s Fourth Congressional District, this can be a challenge because we have banking deserts,\u201d said Rep. Alford. \u201cCDFIs, like those in our district, help keep the American Dream alive by providing capital to entrepreneurs in rural America. Too often, I am told in Committee hearings that constituents do not know the resources available to them. This legislation will make sure CDFIs and the small businesses they benefit are properly supported and know what resources they can access.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Supporting Community Lenders Act is a great opportunity to integrate mission-focused CDFI and MDI banks into SBA\u2019s outreach and servicing of small businesses in underserved, low income and minority communities,\u201d said Brian Blake, Chief Public Policy Officer, Community Development Bankers Association. \u201cThe capital gap for these businesses is acute. The members of the Community Development Bankers Association thank Representatives McGarvey and Alford for introducing this important legislation on the House side.\u201d\n\nText of the bill can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=4594C8F7-7A4A-4780-923D-3939C3975F56", "Congressman Rogers stands ready to assist Rockcastle County families impacted by train derailment", "2023-11-22", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "LIVINGSTON, KY -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) issued the following statement after Rockcastle County families were urged to evacuate the night before Thanksgiving, following a trail derailment and chemical spill in the Livingston area.\n\n\"Tonight, some families in Rockcastle County have been encouraged to evacuate from their homes on this Thanksgiving holiday after a train derailed, causing a chemical spill.\n\n\"Governor Beshear has declared a State of Emergency for the county and residents are encouraged to evacuate in the Piney Branch Road and Livingston areas. Impacted families can take shelter at the Rockcastle County Middle School, where cots have been set up. Local officials tell me CSX is also helping impacted families with hotel rooms and food.\n\n\"I applaud our local volunteer firefighters for going door-to-door to alert residents about the chemical spill in the area. My staff and I will remain in contact with local and state officials, as I stand ready to assist in any way possible. My prayers are with every family whose Thanksgiving gatherings have been disrupted by this derailment.\"\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-ceasefire-agreement-release-hostages", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on the Ceasefire Agreement to Release Hostages and Provide Humanitarian Relief", "2023-11-22", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LOUISVILLE, KY (November 22, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement:\n\n\u201cThe freeing of 50 hostages, a temporary ceasefire, and the increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza is a welcome and desperately needed development. I\u2019m grateful that President Biden managed to navigate the complexities of the crisis and negotiate an agreement that will save lives.\n\n\"Whether we will look back on this as a momentary pause or a significant step toward stopping the violence and achieving peace remains to be seen. I will continue to advocate for an immediate end to this war that stops the rockets going into and out of Gaza and Israel, saves innocent lives, sees the safe return of all hostages, and results in new leadership, free from terrorism, for the Palestinian people in Gaza so a two-state solution can be realized.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/11/comer-proud-to-support-murray-state-university-s-plan-to-develop-a-school-of-veterinary-medicine", "Comer: Proud to Support Murray State University\u2019s Plan to Develop a School of Veterinary Medicine", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014Today, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) met with officials from Murray State University (MSU) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to discuss the development of an accredited school of veterinary medicine at the MSU Hutson School of Agriculture.\n\n\u201cI am proud to support Murray State University\u2019s plan to develop a top-tier, accredited school of veterinary medicine,\u201d said Congressman Comer. \u201cToday\u2019s meeting with USDA and Murray State officials was productive. I know that Murray State University\u2019s Hutson School of Agriculture is well-positioned to not only address the growing demand for rural large animal veterinarians but meet the needs of Kentucky farmers throughout the state. Kentucky\u2019s livestock and equine industries are world renowned and it\u2019s time for the Commonwealth to establish itself as a top destination for students seeking an education in veterinary medicine. I look forward to continuing to work with local, state, and federal leaders, including USDA and the Kentucky General Assembly, to make this plan a reality.\u201d\n\nCurrently, there are no veterinary schools in Kentucky. Murray State University is proposing the development of an accredited school of veterinary medicine that will grant Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees and bolster their existing pre-veterinary program, the largest in the state. In Kentucky, there are only 54 vets dedicated to full-time services of large animals, and nationally there is an approximate shortage of 5,000 veterinarians. Murray State University\u2019s Hutson College of Agriculture conducts groundbreaking and crucial research at the main campus and their Breathitt Veterinary Center, one of 23 nationwide diagnostic laboratories to be designated by USDA as a Level 1 facility within the National Animal Health Laboratory Network. The USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture recently released a call for applicants to fill the void in rural veterinarians in Kentucky following the request of Dr. Katherine Flynn, State Veterinarian with the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-ongoing-violence-gaza", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on the Ongoing Violence in Gaza", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 16, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement on the ongoing violence in Gaza:\n\n\u201cThe images coming out of Gaza are horrifying. Thousands of Palestinians have been killed and so many more have fled their homes. I have seen Palestinians crying in agony while holding blood-stained toddlers, I have watched families digging through rubble searching for loved-ones, I have heard the doctors who refuse to leave patients as their hospitals fail. The pain, fear and anguish are palpable.\n\n\u201cThe dire humanitarian situation unfolding before our eyes demands compassion and action. Over the last month, I have met with Palestinians and Muslims in Louisville, members of our Jewish community, as well as scholars, military, and intelligence officials in Washington, and two things are clear to me: (1) we must do all we can to protect innocent lives, and (2) nothing about this conflict is simple, even if we want it to be. I stand with Israel and its people, while opposing Prime Minister Netanyahu and the extremists in his party. Simultaneously, I stand with the Palestinians yearning for a future without war, while standing against Hamas both for what it has done to Israelis and to its own people. These truths can co-exist, even if it\u2019s difficult to get to them on various social media platforms (or in response to a phone message).\n\n\u201cI remain deeply saddened by the terrorist attack on October 7th. The jarring images of terrorists paragliding into Israel, celebrating killing families in their homes, and dragging innocent Israelis into cars and taking them hostage are gut-wrenching. Hamas\u2019 brutal terrorist attack killed over a thousand people, wounded thousands more, and took over 200 people hostage. American citizens are among the dead, wounded, and captive. I unequivocally condemn these attacks. Israel has a right to defend itself and its people. At the same time, innocent civilians in the Gaza Strip, half of whom are children who bear no guilt for Hamas\u2019 terrorism, have the right to live free from violence.\n\n\u201cTo pursue peace I believe we must free the hostages and avoid killing innocent civilians, even if they are being used as human shields by Hamas. For a two-state solution to become a reality, there must be an immediate release of the hostages held by Hamas, including innocent women and children, the dismantling of Hamas, and a ceasefire on both sides of the conflict.\n\n\u201cI support President Biden\u2019s emphasis on the imperative to protect the lives of Palestinian civilians and reduce civilian harm in the course of Israel\u2019s military operations. Additionally, innocent civilians must have access to food, water, fuel and medicine; that\u2019s important to the values of peace, justice and freedom our country shares with Israel. I will continue to support the Biden Administration\u2019s push for humanitarian pauses in order to get more critically needed aid to the people that need it most, and I will advocate for an immediate end to this war that stops the rockets going into and out of Israel, sees the safe return of all hostages, and removes the terrorist organization Hamas so a two-state solution can be realized.\n\n\u201cI remain steadfast in my commitment to ensuring our country is a force for good and always uses its strength to protect democracy and innocent life. My heart aches for every Israeli and Palestinian family robbed of a loved one in this conflict. It\u2019s important to know that some of our Louisville neighbors have lost family and loved ones in Gaza and others had family taken hostage by Hamas on October 7th. Our community is hurting. As a person of faith, I am praying for peace. I remain committed to finding a peaceful path to a two-state solution in the region, which means the release of the hostages, the dismantling of Hamas, and an end to this war.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-introduces-bipartisan-resolution-celebrating", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 15, 2023) \u2013 This week, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced a bipartisan resolution supporting the designation of the week of November 13th, 2023 as \u201cNational Apprenticeship Week.\u201d\n\n\u201cBuilding the workforce of tomorrow begins with our investments today,\u201d said Rep. Morgan McGarvey. \u201cRegistered apprenticeship programs are critical to ensuring our country provides the high-quality, high-paying jobs that hard working people deserve, with the training and support they merit. I\u2019m so grateful to join my bipartisan colleagues to support the people who power and build our country.\u201d\n\nRegistered apprenticeships are an \u201cearn and learn\u201d model where employers can develop and train their future workforce while workers receive progressively increasing wages, classroom instruction, a portable, nationally recognized credential, and a pathway to a high paying career. Apprenticeships can range from the electrical field to information technology and tech. After completion, registered apprenticeship participants have a 93% placement rate, an average starting salary of $77,000, and earn $300,000 more over their lifetime compared to their peers not in apprenticeship programs.\n\nThis bipartisan resolution is co-led by Rep. Bobby Scott, Ranking Member of the House Education & Workforce Committee, (VA-3), Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-3), Rep. Bill Johnson (OH-6), and Rep. Alex Mooney (WV-2). The resolution celebrates \u201cNational Apprenticeship Week\u201d and highlights the importance of apprenticeship programs and applauds their benefits. The resolution encourages the expansion of registered apprenticeship programs, increases awareness about the value of the model, and supports the important work of its participants \u2013 uniting labor, industry, and a wide swath of stakeholders.\n\n\u201cEvery year, Registered Apprenticeships connect workers across the country with in-demand skills and good-paying jobs and allow employers to tap into a pipeline of talented workers. In short, Registered Apprenticeship programs are critical to strengthening our workforce, businesses, and economy. That is why I remain committed to passing the National Apprenticeship Act, which invests in expanding and modernizing the apprenticeship programs for the next generation of workers,\u201d said Ranking Member Scott, House Committee on Education and the Workforce. \u201cI am proud to co-lead this resolution to officially designate National Apprenticeship Week and raise awareness about the need to reinvest in our apprenticeship system where workers can earn while they learn. We must continue fighting to ensure that workers and employers across America can access the proven benefits of our nation\u2019s most successful federal workforce development initiative.\u201d\n\n\"As our country faces workforce shortages and a gap in skills, it is crucial that we encourage more young Americans to pursue apprenticeship programs,\" said Congressman Fitzpatrick, co-chair of the Building Trades Caucus. \"I'm proud to join a bipartisan group of colleagues on this resolution to recognize the impacts that apprenticeships have on our students, our businesses, and our economy by preparing highly skilled technical employees who are ready for the workforce.\"\n\n\u201cFor anyone who\u2019s looked at getting into the trades or buying their own tool set \u2013 it\u2019s expensive and it takes resources. Apprenticeship programs equip young people with the training and support they need to build a fulfilling, good-paying career in the trades,\u201d said Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez. \u201cBefore coming to Congress, I ran an auto repair and machine shop and we were able to bring on an apprentice who has been with us ever since. I\u2019m excited to stand alongside my bipartisan colleagues to support these opportunities and commit to empowering the next generation of tradespeople.\u201d\n\n\u201cProviding specialized skills for the American tradesmen and women in manufacturing, construction, the oil and gas sector, and many other areas is critical,\u201d said Rep. Bill Johnson. \u201cThere is high demand in Eastern Ohio and across the state for many of these trades, and I have seen firsthand the benefit these programs have for those looking to gain skills specific to their craft. By investing in these programs and expanding access, we can work together to ensure that all Americans have access to well-paying jobs and the skills they need to succeed. The skills and trades learned through these apprenticeship programs are going to be in demand for a long time to come.\u201d\n\n\u201cCollege is not the only route to a successful career. In West Virginia and across America apprenticeships prepare workers for high-paying jobs so they can support their families,\u201d said Rep. Alex X. Mooney. \u201cI\u2019m proud to join with this bipartisan group of colleagues to support National Apprenticeship Week and highlight the importance of apprenticeships to building the American workforce.\u201d\n\nThe resolution text can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=D29913E5-B737-496C-AB6D-518A3E72B6ED", "Barr Introduces Bill to Increase Tailoring for Mid-Size Banks", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) introduced the \"Financial Institution Regulatory Tailoring Enhancement Act\" which would raise critical regulatory asset thresholds for financial institutions across our country.\n\nThe bill proposes substantial modifications in the asset thresholds at which financial institutions become subject to various regulatory requirements. Specifically, it seeks to amend the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010, the Electronic Fund Transfer Act, the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, the Truth in Lending Act, and the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act. These amendments will increase the asset thresholds from $10 billion to $50 billion, marking a significant shift in current regulations.\n\n\u201cThis legislation represents a crucial step towards ensuring that our financial regulatory framework is both effective and appropriately scaled,\u201d said Congressman Barr. \u201cBy adjusting these thresholds, we aim to alleviate undue burdens on smaller institutions while maintaining robust safeguards for our financial system. This legislation will foster economic growth and support tailoring in the banking industry.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=E56FF5F5-D49F-4D7A-80D0-8E13F5D08C9C", "U.S. House passes bill to fund government operations through the new year", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) voted to extend government operations through the beginning of 2024 to avoid a harmful shutdown before the holidays. The House passed Speaker Mike Johnson's proposed two-step, stop-gap measure, fully funding U.S. troops and providing Congress more time to thoroughly complete federal funding bills for fiscal year 2024.\n\n\"I applaud Speaker Johnson's first big win on the House Floor, giving the American people added confidence through the upcoming holidays,\" said Congressman Rogers. \"On the heels of Veteran\u2019s Day, it ensures that we continue providing critical resources to our military members defending America and our interests around the world, and takes care of our country\u2019s heroic veterans. It also includes temporary extensions for critical expiring programs, such as Community Health Centers, the National Flood Insurance Program, and others that are important to rural regions like Kentucky\u2019s Fifth District.\"\n\n\"While a CR is not my preferred method of conducting business, a government shutdown, right before the holidays, does our nation no good. We need more time to complete our fiscal year 2024 appropriations bills to give the House a better negotiating position with the Senate, so we can eventually pass full year appropriations bills,\" added Congressman Rogers.\n\nThe bipartisan bill passed 336-95 and now heads to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-voting-avoid-another-republican-led", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Voting to Avoid Another Republican-Led Government Shutdown", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 14, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement after voting in favor of a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through January 19th and February 2nd at current spending levels. The continuing resolution avoids a catastrophic shutdown and allows Congress to continue negotiating a funding agreement for fiscal year 2024.\n\n\u201cFor the second time this year, I voted to avoid a catastrophic government shutdown,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cLet me be clear \u2014 this continuing resolution is not a solution, and it will harm our ability to meet needs at home and respond to crises around the world. It\u2019s been six weeks since Congress passed a CR at the end of September so we could come together and figure out a sustainable funding plan. Instead, House Republicans spent that time ousting their Speaker, trying and failing to elect a new leader, repeatedly bringing forward bills too draconian for even their own members to vote for, and refusing to negotiate an agreement with our Senate counterparts to fund the government for the rest of fiscal year 2024. This CR funds the government at levels agreed to in 2022, before I even got to Congress. These funding levels are wholly inadequate. They leave school meal programs underfunded, diplomats and soldiers without the resources to address global wars on multiple fronts, ignore humanitarian needs, and project general dysfunction at a time when we need to be showing strength and leadership. This is not how the government should work. I will continue working on a bipartisan path forward so we avoid more near-shutdowns, remain a global force for good, and fund our country\u2019s needs.\u201d\n\nThe continuing resolution now moves to the Senate. Funding for the government will run out at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, November 18, if not passed by both chambers and signed into law by the President. If signed into law, funding for the government will expire on January 19th and February 2nd.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=4CDA39AE-2D3C-4795-AC4B-B764590EB416", "Barr Presents $350,000 Award to Saint Joseph Berea Hospital", "2023-11-13", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Berea, KY \u2014 On Friday, November 10th, 2023, U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) presented $350,000 in funding from the Fiscal Year 2023 Community Project Funding process to Saint Joseph Berea Hospital. This funding will be used to purchase a cardiac focused nuclear medicine camera with multiple components of advanced technology. It will improve heart care in Berea and surrounding communities and the advanced technology will provide patients with high-quality cardiac imaging while keeping radiation as low as practical, leading to appropriate medical interventions and treatment at Saint Joseph Berea Hospital.\n\n\u201cI am thrilled to announce $350,000 through the Fiscal Year 2023 Community Project Funding to Saint Joseph Berea Hospital\", said Congressman Andy Barr. \"This funding is vital to enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality in Central Kentucky, ensuring that Saint Joseph Berea Hospital remains at the forefront of medical excellence and patient care.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/11/comer-u-s-army-corps-of-engineers-appears-to-be-levying-inconsistent-and-exorbitant-fees-against-marina-owners", "Comer: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Appears to be Levying Inconsistent and Exorbitant Fees Against Marina Owners", "2023-11-13", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nComer: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Appears to be Levying Inconsistent and Exorbitant Fees Against Marina Owners\n\nReintroduces the MARINA Act to bring much needed transparency and security for Kentucky marina owners\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) introduced the Maintaining Access to Recreational Industry and Necessary Adjustments (MARINA) Act today. In recent years, communities that rely on tourism in Kentucky\u2019s 1st Congressional District have seen the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (the Corps) recklessly wield their authority to charge administrative fees for improvement projects and events located on property leased by local marina businesses.\n\n\u201cToday, I am proud to reintroduce the MARINA Act. Kentucky\u2019s 1st Congressional District has the largest number of marinas in the state, and each provides critical economic opportunities for our local communities. Struggling marinas are now confronting an unchecked Army Corps, which appears to be levying inconsistent and exorbitant fees against marina owners without sufficient justification or transparency. Unexpected fees can cripple these small businesses, and I have made it a priority to challenge the Corps to provide explanations for their unclear fee policies. As Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, I understand the need to secure transparency and stability for marina owners and ensure all fees incurred on private businesses are calculated consistently and properly,\u201d said Congressman James Comer.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=63C1B6D7-D5E2-4020-9323-7E1725103226", "Barr Hosts Annual Youth Ambassador Conference", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Lexington, KY \u2014 Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) hosted the annual Youth Ambassador Conference at the University of Kentucky\u2019s Gatton College of Business and Economics on Saturday, October 28th, 2023.\n\n\u201cThank you to all students in Kentucky 6th Congressional District who participated in this year\u2019s Youth Ambassador Conference,\u201d said Congressman Andy Barr. \u201cThis annual conference provides a unique opportunity for high school students to hear directly from Kentucky leaders, while also serving as an ambassador to their school. I am pleased to announce that the 2023 Conference had student representatives from 25 schools in the 6th District including Bath, Bourbon, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, Montgomery, Powell, Scott, and Woodford counties. I would also like to thank the following public servants and business leaders who shared their advice with the students:\n\nElmer Keith Whitaker, President & CEO, Whitaker Bank\n\nJason Wells, Chief, Lexington Fire Department\n\nAllison Lankford, Executive Director, Town Branch Park\n\nJim Coleman, President & CEO, Coleman Crest Farm, LLC\n\nChristopher M. Campbell, Colonel, USAF (Ret)\n\nRobert B. Trusell, Founder, Tempur-Pedic USA\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-introduces-bill-protect-veterans-against-scams-and", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Protect Veterans Against Scams and Fraud", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 09, 2023) \u2013 Today, as Americans prepare to honor our military veterans on Veterans Day, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced the Veteran and Servicemember Consumer Protection Act. This bill gives the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) new authorities to crack down on fraud and scams targeting veterans and servicemembers.\n\n\u201cVeterans who have served our country and those who serve today have earned the right to enjoy every single dollar of their earned benefits,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cUnfortunately, veterans and servicemembers are considerably more likely than their civilian counterparts to be targeted by criminals. This is unacceptable. My bill gives the Federal Trade Commission the tools it needs to prevent identity theft, phishing schemes, robocalls, and other scams seeking to steal from those who have served and continue to serve today.\u201d\n\nVeterans and servicemembers - especially those who receive disability compensation and other cash benefits - are criminals\u2019 preferred targets for scams and fraud. According to the AARP,\n\n78 percent of veterans report schemes designed to take advantage of their service benefits, and 16 percent of veterans have reported losing money to fraud. In 2021, according to FTC data, veterans, servicemembers, and their families lost $267 million to fraud.\n\nThe Veteran and Servicemember Consumer Protection Act directs the FTC to create a coordinator position within the Bureau of Consumer Protection to prevent fraud targeting veterans and servicemembers and to monitor mail, TV, robocalls, and other fraud schemes targeting them. The coordinator will be required to consult with other federal agencies to educate veterans and servicemembers on how criminals target them and provide information on how to report attempted fraud. The bill also requires the FTC to maintain a website with resources on how veterans can protect themselves from fraud.\n\nText of the bill can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/11/comer-issues-subpoenas-to-biden-family-associates", "Comer Issues Subpoenas to Biden Family & Associates", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON\u2014House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today issued subpoenas to President Joe Biden\u2019s son, Hunter Biden, brother, James Biden, and Biden family associate, Rob Walker, to appear for depositions. Chairman Comer also requested additional members of the Biden family and their associates appear for transcribed interviews. Chairman Comer plans to send additional subpoenas and transcribed interview requests later this week.\n\n\u201cThe House Oversight Committee has followed the money and built a record of evidence revealing how Joe Biden knew, was involved, and benefited from his family\u2019s influence peddling schemes. Now, the House Oversight Committee is going to bring in members of the Biden family and their associates to question them on this record of evidence,\u201d said Chairman Comer. \u201cUnlike the many lies President Biden told the American people about his family\u2019s business schemes, bank records don\u2019t lie. These records reveal how the Bidens sold Joe Biden around to the world to benefit the Biden family, including Joe Biden himself, to the detriment of U.S. interests. The House Oversight Committee, along with the Committees on Judiciary and Ways and Means, will continue to follow the facts and deliver the transparency and accountability that the American people demand and deserve.\u201d\n\nAccording to financial records obtained by the House Oversight Committee, the Biden family set up over 20 shell companies \u2013 most of which were created when Joe Biden was Vice President \u2013 in a concerted effort to hide payments from foreign adversaries. The Biden family, their business associates, and their companies received over $24 million from foreign nationals over the course of approximately five years \u2013 including millions of dollars from China, Russia, Ukraine, Romania, and Kazakhstan. The Bidens and their associates made complicated financial transactions to conceal the source and total amount of money they received from foreign nationals and companies.\n\nDevon Archer, a Biden family associate, testified that Joe Biden was \u201cthe brand\u201d the Bidens sold around the world and used to send signals of access, power and influence. Archer admitted that Joe Biden was put on speakerphone by Hunter Biden with his business associates over twenty times; dined with his family\u2019s foreign associates, including Russian and Kazakhstani oligarchs, and a Ukrainian executive being investigated for corruption; and had coffee with Hunter\u2019s Chinese business partner and went on to write his daughter a college letter of recommendation.\n\nRecently, the House Oversight Committee identified two checks labeled as \u201cloan repayments\u201d from James and Sara Biden to Joe Biden that were funded by laundered China money and domestic influence peddling schemes. After Chairman Comer called on President Biden to provide proof of loans to his brother, the White House refused.\n\n\u201cPresident Biden and his administration have continually changed their stories throughout this inquiry. You know who\u2019s been consistent? The IRS whistleblowers. With each piece of evidence we gather, their whistleblower accounts are corroborated. These subpoenas are a necessary next step as House Republicans deliver accountability for the American people,\u201d said House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio).\n\n\u201cThe American people are learning the truth about how the Biden Family sold access to Joe Biden and his political influence all around the world,\u201d said Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (R-Mo.). \u201cBased on the evidence uncovered by an ongoing Congressional investigation that includes the testimony of two brave IRS whistleblowers, we know President Biden lied when he said he had no knowledge of his son\u2019s business dealings; we know he was not only aware but involved; and it has now become abundantly clear that he in fact benefited. No one should be shielded from legal scrutiny based on their last name. Congress has a constitutional duty to conduct oversight to determine whether our nation\u2019s elected leaders have used public office to enrich themselves or their families, and more importantly, whether those public officials may be compromised by their family\u2019s foreign business dealings. Subpoenaing key members of the Biden family influence peddling operation is the next logical step in this investigation.\u201d\n\nBelow are the links for today\u2019s subpoenas and transcribed interview requests:\n\nHunter Biden\n\nJames Biden\n\nRob Walker\n\nSara Biden\n\nHallie Biden\n\nElizabeth Secundy\n\nMelissa Cohen\n\nTony Bobulinski\n\nRead More:\n\nBiden Family Investigation", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/11/comer-honoring-our-nation-s-heroes-this-veterans-day", "Comer: Honoring Our Nation\u2019s Heroes This Veterans Day", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON- In an op-ed, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) pays tribute to the resilience and dedication of America\u2019s veterans who have selflessly defended our values and freedoms. As the nation prepares to celebrate Veterans Day, Congressman Comer underscores his unwavering commitment to advocating for the needs and benefits of our country\u2019s veterans.\n\nRead Congressman Comer\u2019s op-ed below:\n\nI am grateful to represent Kentucky\u2019s 1st Congressional District and the many veterans that call it home. Throughout my time in Congress, I have had the opportunity to meet many of the men and women who fought to protect our country and our freedoms. It is a great honor to represent these brave veterans and I will continue to be a strong advocate for defending their benefits and responding to their needs. This Veterans Day, I want to take the time and recognize our current and retired servicemembers and reflect on all they have and continue to accomplish for our country.\n\nIn the face of adversity, our veterans have shown resilience and a sense of duty. They fought to protect the values and freedoms that we hold dear. Their unwavering dedication and service to this country is why I am committed to doing everything I can for them in Washington. Recently, I was a proud supporter of the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2024 (H.R. 4366). This bill will provide $317.4 billion in funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and military construction projects and $138.2 billion for critical veteran\u2019s programs and healthcare. This kind of comprehensive legislation is vital for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.\n\nIn addition, reforming and improving the VA has always been a high priority of mine and I am proud to be a continual pioneer for legislation that not only benefits our military and defense programs, but also focuses on the needs of our veterans. It has become clear that backlogs and poor customer service at the VA and other federal agencies have created headaches and hardships for our veterans trying to access their personnel records and benefits. As Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, I have pushed the Biden Administration to abandon outdated federal telework policies to ensure the federal workforce returns to the office and addresses the significant delays and backlogs that veterans across the country are experiencing. I will continue to not only advance policies that benefit our nation\u2019s heroes but use the power of the Oversight Committee to ensure the VA is meeting its mission.\n\nWe should never take for granted the sacrifices our servicemembers, veterans, and their families have made for this country. Every uniform represents a commitment to something greater than oneself, a dedication to safeguarding the liberties that make our country great. Although we can never fully repay them for their service, we have a responsibility to make sure our nation\u2019s patriots receive the first class, timely care and benefits they deserve.\n\nThis Veterans Day, I want to give my thanks to all who have served this nation and remind them that my office door is always open if they need assistance. Freedom does not come free, and its defenders deserve our gratitude. Thank you to all our veterans who have selflessly served the United States, may you feel the gratitude of a nation that holds you in the highest esteem. God bless America and our brave military veterans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/11/comer-on-sunday-morning-futures-joe-biden-benefitted-from-his-family-s-influence-peddling-schemes", "Comer on Sunday Morning Futures: Joe Biden Benefitted from His Family\u2019s Influence Peddling Schemes", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nComer on Sunday Morning Futures: Joe Biden Benefitted from His Family\u2019s Influence Peddling Schemes\n\nComer discusses next steps: \u201cI would predict somewhere around two dozen subpoenas in the very near future.\u201d\n\nWASHINGTON\u2014\u201cWhat we have proven in the last two weeks with the checks to Joe Biden is Joe Biden benefitted directly from his family\u2019s shady influence peddling scheme,\u201d House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) said on \u201cSunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo on Fox News. Chairman Comer outlined how Joe Biden lied to the American people about his knowledge of and participation in his family\u2019s shady business dealings and how he personally benefited from them. Comer also announced that subpoenas will soon be issued.\n\nOn bank records memoranda showing Joe Biden benefited from laundered China money earned by his family cashing in on his name:\n\n\u201cWe traced the $40,000 check that Joe Biden received all the way back to that WhatsApp message where Hunter Biden claimed his father was sitting beside him while he was shaking down the Chinese operative. That\u2019s where that $40,000 was triggered.\n\n\u201cJust a few weeks after that text message, that $40,000 landed in Joe Biden\u2019s pocket after the Biden\u2019s laundered it. But that money came from China \u2013 further evidence that Joe Biden benefited from his family\u2019s influence peddling scheme.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE: Comer Reveals How Joe Biden Received Laundered China Money\n\nOn issuing subpoenas to the Bidens:\n\n\u201cThis has been a painful process. We\u2019ve been obstructed, we\u2019ve been fought at every turn not just by the Bidens\u2019 big money attorneys, but also by the federal government. The IRS has obstructed, the DOJ has obstructed, the Treasury has obstructed, FBI has obstructed, and the Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have pretty much been the Biden legal defense team.\n\nComer continued, \u201cI would predict somewhere around two dozen subpoenas in the very near future.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE: Chairman Comer Subpoenas Hunter & James Biden\u2019s Personal and Business Bank Records\n\nOn the Bidens claiming payments were \u201cloans\u201d to avoid reporting them on taxes:\n\n\u201cThe reason they did these complicated transactions was to disguise the source of the revenue and to deceive the IRS from paying taxes. What you\u2019re going to see in the coming weeks are a lot of loans. Anytime the Bidens have money, they\u2019re going to claim it was a loan, because you don\u2019t have to report loans on your taxes.\n\nJoe Biden lied to the American people when he said he had nothing to do with his family\u2019s business dealings.\n\n\u201cI can\u2019t emphasize this enough. This was a very organized criminal scheme by the Bidens. Here\u2019s the problem for Joe Biden. He lied about his knowledge and involvement of his family\u2019s shady influence peddling schemes.\n\n\u201cWe\u2019ve proven the family was influence peddling. Even the Democrats and the media won\u2019t touch that. We have proven the Bidens were influence peddling. Now what we\u2019re looking at is Joes involvement.\n\n\u201cWhat we have proven in the last two weeks with the checks to Joe Biden is Joe Biden benefitted directly from his family\u2019s shady influence peddling scheme.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE:\n\nWSJ Opinion: Oversight Committee Evidence Proves Joe Biden Benefitted From His Family Cashing In On His Name", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=54ED6C47-A47B-4435-B615-3734E5012ABB", "Congressman Rogers Secures Important Funding for Kentucky in Federal Interior Bill", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) voted for the House Appropriations Interior and Environment bill, funding related agencies with over $25 billion, which is $21 billion below President Biden's inflated budget request. Congressman Rogers continues to serve as a senior appropriator in Washington and was able to secure nearly $13 million in Community Project Funding earmarks for four water and wastewater projects in Boyd, Rowan, Floyd and Lawrence counties in Eastern Kentucky. Congressman Rogers also secured an additional $135 million for the Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) grant program that he created in 2016, with $29 million exclusively for Appalachian Kentucky coal communities.\n\n\"This important federal funding bill reigns in the Biden Administration's wasteful spending and job killing regulations. House Republicans are committed to reducing our nation's deficit one spending bill at a time, and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used wisely,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"I was proud to secure critical funding for water and wastewater projects in Eastern Kentucky, as well as grant funding to continue revitalizing our coal communities that have been devastated by the war on coal.\"\n\nThe Interior bill fully funds the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program, which provides much needed funding in communities, like McCreary County, that have reduced tax revenue due to an abundance of federal land in their borders. Eastern Kentucky communities received more than $2 million from PILT funds in fiscal year 2023. It also blocks unnecessary restrictions on hunting, fishing and recreational shooting on federal lands.\n\nPushing back on the Biden Administration's extreme climate agenda, the bill also reduces the EPA's budget by 39 percent, clawing back climate justice funding, and repealing job killing regulations such as the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) regulation.\n\nThe House passed the bill 213 to 203 and it now moves on to the U.S. Senate for consideration.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=79F27432-2AB2-4C5D-A6A5-18EC37A2D0D7", "Congressman Rogers Votes for Israel Security Bill", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) cosponsored the Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act, as the war against terrorism continues in the Holy Land. The bill will ensure the safe return of American citizens, and provides $14.3 billion in federal funding to support Israeli missile defense systems and military equipment for Israel Defense Forces. House Republicans fully offset the emergency funding by cutting the Biden Administration's unnecessary IRS expansion.\n\n\"The United States will always stand with Israel. This emergency funding will not only support the Iron Dome and David's Sling, but also sends a powerful message to all terror support groups who brutally attack our allies,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"It is vital that we not only condemn Hamas' acts of terrorism, but ensure Israeli forces have the resources necessary to defeat this evil enemy.\"\n\nThe House passed a resolution in October strongly condemning acts of terrorism by Hamas.\n\nIn addition to replenishing Israeli defense systems and advanced weapons, the bill provides $200 million for the protection of U.S. personnel, embassy security and evacuations of U.S. citizens.\n\nThe House passed the bill by a vote of 226 to 196. It now moves on to the Senate for consideration.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-highlights-casework-wins-during-his-first-year", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Highlights Casework Wins During His First Year in Congress", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 03, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released updated casework statistics, highlighting his work to directly serve and help Louisvillians during his first year of Congress.\n\n$3,706,831 has been returned to constituents\n\n$440,913,346 has been awarded to organizations in district through federal grants\n\n31,943 response letters have been sent to constituents\n\n917 constituent cases have been closed\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=21B4764E-40D5-40F4-AB69-08C488580639", "Barr Releases Statement on GAO\u2019s SEC Decision Today", "2023-10-31", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06), Chair of the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy, released the following statement on the Government Accountability Office\u2019s (GAO) decision on Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 (SAB 121).\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s Government Accountability Office decision on Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 is a positive step in reining in the unaccountable Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). By failing to engage in the APA process, the SEC published SAB 121 with a blatant lack of public comment and engagement from the prudential regulators. This regulatory overreach has deterred financial institutions from providing digital asset custody services, putting them at a competitive disadvantage to their peers. It is not the job of the SEC to pick winners and losers in our capital markets, yet it is their job to follow the administrative procedures Congress put in place to ensure proper oversight, and I applaud the GAO\u2019s recognition of this.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/10/comer-releases-evidence-of-direct-payment-to-joe-biden", "Comer Releases Evidence of Direct Payment to Joe Biden", "2023-10-30", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON\u2014House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today announced the committee obtained bank records revealing a $200,000 direct payment from James and Sara Biden to Joe Biden in the form of a personal check. In September, Chairman Comer issued three subpoenas for Hunter and James Biden\u2019s personal and business bank records.\n\nIn 2018, James Biden received $600,000 in loans from, Americore\u2014a financially distressed and failing rural hospital operator. According to bankruptcy court documents, James Biden received these loans \u201cbased upon representations that his last name, \u2018Biden,\u2019 could \u2018open doors\u2019 and that he could obtain a large investment from the Middle East based on his political connections.\u201d\n\nOn March 1, 2018, Americore wired a $200,000 loan into James and Sara Biden\u2019s personal bank account \u2013 not their business bank account. On the same day, James Biden wrote a $200,000 check from this same personal bank account to Joe Biden.\n\nChairman Comer released a video outlining this direct payment and the questions President Biden must answer for the American people.\n\nWatch the full video here.\n\nBelow are Chairman Comer\u2019s remarks:\n\nThis summer, Joe Biden said: \u201cWhere\u2019s the money?\u201d\n\nWell, we found some.\n\nWe\u2019re still digging into evidence subpoenaed from bank accounts belonging to Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, and James and Sara Biden \u2013 the brother and sister-in-law of the President.\n\nA document that we\u2019re releasing today raises new questions about how President Biden personally benefited from his family\u2019s shady influence peddling of his name and their access to him.\n\nBank records obtained by the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability have revealed a $200,000 direct payment from James and Sara Biden to Joe Biden in the form of a personal check.\n\nHere is some important context about this check we\u2019ve obtained in our investigation:\n\nIn 2018, James Biden received $600,000 in loans from, Americore\u2014a financially distressed and failing rural hospital operator.\n\nAccording to bankruptcy court documents, James Biden received these loans \u201cbased upon representations that his last name, \u2018Biden,\u2019 could \u2018open doors\u2019 and that he could obtain a large investment from the Middle East based on his political connections.\u201d\n\nOn March 1, 2018, Americore wired a $200,000 loan into James and Sara Biden\u2019s personal bank account \u2013 not their business bank account.\n\nAnd then on the very same day, James Biden wrote a $200,000 check from this same personal bank account to Joe Biden.\n\nJames Biden wrote this check to Joe Biden as a \u201cloan repayment.\u201d Americore\u2014a distressed company\u2014loaned money to James Biden who then sent it to Joe Biden.\n\nEven if this was a personal loan repayment, it\u2019s still troubling that Joe Biden\u2019s ability to be paid back by his brother depended on the success of his family\u2019s shady financial dealings.\n\nSome immediate questions President Biden must answer for the American people:\n\nDoes he have documents proving he lent such a large sum of money to his brother and what were the terms of such financial arrangement?\n\nDid he have similar financial arrangements with other family members that led them to make similar large payments to him?\n\nDid he know that the same day James Biden wrote him a check for $200,000, James Biden had just received a loan for the exact same amount from business dealings with a company that was in financial distress and failing?\n\nThe House Oversight Committee will soon announce our next investigative actions and continue to follow the money.\n\nThe bank records don\u2019t end here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=8A0C1187-815D-4C28-9DCC-78F78FC0CABF", "U.S. House Passes Energy and Water Federal Funding Bill", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) voted for the fiscal year 2024 Energy and Water House Appropriations Bill, providing nearly $58 billion to bolster national security, energy security and economic competitiveness. The bill passed the House on Thursday, offsetting $5.58 billion by clawing back the Democrats' wasteful spending over the last two years. Eastern Kentucky gains important funding in the bill, including Congressman Rogers' Community Project Funding request for $500,000 for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to study flood control options along the Kentucky River, following historic flooding in the region in 2022 and 2021.\n\n\"This bill not only provides funding for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to study potential flood control solutions along the Kentucky River, but also directs the Corps to do so in an expeditious manner. To put it plainly, we cannot afford to drag our feet on this important cause,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House and a senior appropriator. \"Indeed, this is a herculean effort, and I have been blown away by the responsiveness and helpfulness of the Army Corps of Engineers in responding after catastrophic flooding took 45 lives in Eastern Kentucky last year.\"\n\nThe bill also provides $200 million for the Appalachian Regional Commission, including $10 million for Congressman Rogers' Appalachian Broadband Initiative, as well as $16 million for infrastructure improvements in Central Appalachian and $65 million for the POWER initiative.\n\n\"The Appalachian Regional Commission has helped countless communities in Kentucky's Appalachian region revitalize in the wake of the downturn of the coal industry, by supporting workforce development, combatting the region's opioid crisis, helping repair our aging infrastructure, expanding rural broadband, and much more. This funding is a godsend for our rural communities, and after last year's flooding, it's needed now more than ever,\" said Congressman Rogers.\n\nAmong other specific funding for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the bill protects Congressman Rogers' annual requested prohibition preventing the Army Corps from carrying out a water-supply reallocation study for Lake Cumberland to protect local communities from being charged fees for accessing the lake for municipal water supply. It also includes nearly $3 million for the Army Corps to continue operations at Fishtrap Lake in Pike County.\n\nIn addition to funding critical programs across the country, the federal bill secures $132.8 million for rural water projects, $344 million for state and community energy programs, like weatherization assistance, and investments in important energy security development.\n\nThe bill now moves on to the U.S. Senate for consideration.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-announces-nearly-500000-environmental-justice", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces Nearly $500,000 in Environmental Justice Funding for Louisville\u2019s Parks Alliance", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 26, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced the Parks Alliance will receive nearly $500,000 in funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency\u2019s (EPA) Environmental Justice Collaborative Problem-Solving Cooperative Agreement Program.\n\n\u201cThanks to Democrats\u2019 Inflation Reduction Act, we will have the resources necessary to bolster our climate change resiliency,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cThese funds will help the Parks Alliance address decades of underinvestment in our community, particularly in West Louisville, by building and fostering healthy neighborhoods. I\u2019m proud to support President Biden\u2019s environmental justice initiatives and will continue working at the federal level to advance health equity and justice across our country.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis grant will allow us to launch a new model of resident-driven leadership at the soon to be opened Alberta O. Jones Park in the California neighborhood. The voice of the community has informed every aspect of the design and development of the park,\u201d said Brooke Pardue, President and CEO of the Parks Alliance of Louisville, the nonprofit organization spearheading the project. \u201cWe believe residents know best how to make their parks vibrant community assets that are well-loved, maintained, and used by folks in the neighborhood. This award will help us to achieve that goal.\u201d\n\nThe Environmental Justice Collaborative Problem-Solving Cooperative Agreement Program provides financial assistance to organizations working to address local environmental or public health issues in their communities. The Parks Alliance is the only Kentucky-based nonprofit selected for this funding cycle, and their partners include MSD, UofL Health Equity Hub, the YMCA, Brightside, and Bernheim Forest.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B04EF093-6371-4345-9A40-DCFF63012670", "Congressman Rogers Swears in the 56th Speaker of the House", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- The U.S. House of Representatives elected U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson from Louisiana as the 56th Speaker of the House on Wednesday. House Republicans voted unanimously to give the conservative four-term congressman the Speaker's gavel. U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05), who serves as Dean of the House, gave Speaker Johnson the official oath of office.\n\n\"When our founding fathers chose a new bold and innovative self-rule of governing, it was met by deep skepticism by the world's monarchs. They said self-rule is only a dream. Our founders said, they're right - it's the American dream. Now it's our dream. We're in charge. The Speakership of the United States House of Representatives is the crucial outpost for the well-being of the people's government - the keeper, if you will, of the dream,\" said Congressman Rogers, before swearing in Speaker Johnson on the House Floor.\n\nSpeaker Johnson first took office in 2017, rising to power with the shortest tenure in Congress since House Speaker John Carlisle from Kentucky in 1883.\n\nFollowing the formal proceedings, Speaker Johnson called the first vote for a House Resolution condemning the Hamas attack on Israel, condemning terrorist support from Iran, and demanding the immediate release of all hostages.\n\n\"We've lost three weeks of governing due to the Speaker vacancy, and this House is eager to get back to work, specifically to address our southern border crisis and to stand firm with Israel,\" said Congressman Rogers. \"The United States should always support Israel, our long-time ally, and condemn all forms of terrorism. As Speaker Johnson said, this nation should be a beacon of hope in a world that desperately needs it, and this resolution is a meaningful first step with our new leader and a united Republican conference.\"\n\nThe bipartisan House Resolution overwhelmingly passed the House, also urging full enforcement of U.S. sanctions against Iran.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-mike-johnson-becoming-speaker-house", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Mike Johnson Becoming Speaker of the House", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 25, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after Republicans elected Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n\u201cWe finally have a Speaker so we can get back to work. It is frustrating and embarrassing it took House Republicans more than three weeks and four speaker votes to overcome their own civil war and install Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cAnd for what? To reach any consensus, traditional Republicans still had to bow to the most extreme wing of their Party and select a far-right Republican who reflects their unpopular and extremist views. Speaker Johnson played a key role in trying to invalidate the 2020 election results, supports a national abortion ban, and has introduced a federal \u2018don\u2019t say gay\u2019 bill to further isolate vulnerable LGBTQ youth. It\u2019s unconscionable that House Republicans essentially halted all legislative business for nearly a month and ignored the bipartisan path forward offered by House Democrats so they could settle internal scores and weaken the institution. However, I\u2019m at least relieved we can resume our work to keep the government open and send critical aid to our international allies. Regardless of which party is in power, Democrats remain united and will continue our work for the American people.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=9A88BFFD-5412-4C7C-BDCF-161E7E661700", "Barr, McHenry Demand GAO Examine Role of U.S. Regulators in Basel Committee, Basel III Endgame Proposals", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Last week, Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy Subcommittee Chairman Andy Barr (KY-06) and House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO). The letter asks the GAO to examine the role U.S. federal banking agencies played in work at the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision to develop the recent Basel III Endgame proposal, which calls for massive increases in capital requirements for already well-capitalized U.S. financial institutions.\n\nAs Democrat-appointed federal banking regulatory officials continue proposing an onslaught of new, under-analyzed, and significant regulatory proposals, it is crucial to provide transparency on how global governance bodies are setting the U.S. regulatory framework behind closed doors without accountability.\n\nRead the full letter here or below:\n\n\u201cDear Mr. Dodaro:\n\n\u201cWe write to request that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) assistance in evaluating the role each federal banking agency played in the development of the international capital standards commonly known as \u2018Basel III Endgame\u2019 that were finalized by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) in 20171 and 2019 respectively.\n\n\u201cOn July 27, 2023, the federal banking agencies, including the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (FRB), the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPR) that would substantially revise the capital requirements of large U.S. banking organizations with an aim to implement the Basel III Endgame. These requirements would fundamentally change the policy of the U.S. banking system. Yet, Congress has very little insight into the basis of such policy changes. The negotiations and \u2018agreements\u2019 made by representatives of the federal banking regulators during the BCBS deliberations are opaque. While such agreements are not binding, are not treaties, and have no force in U.S. law, U.S. federal banking agencies are now using the standards as the basis for rulemaking impacting trillions of dollars in U.S. and global resource allocations.\n\n\u201cCongress has long had concerns about transparency at the Basel Committee. Forty years ago, Congress mandated that each federal banking agency establish minimum levels of risk-based capital. In doing so, federal banking regulators encouraged their international counterparts to do the same. However, Congress expressed concerns with the lack of transparency, accountability, and other risk posed by international forums such as the BCBS and authorized GAO to audit each federal banking agency\u2019s participation in the international forums.\n\n\u201cSimilarly, we are requesting that you evaluate each federal banking agency\u2019s participation in the development of Basel III Endgame. GAO\u2019s evaluation should include:\n\nA summary of each material proposal submitted by a federal banking agency to the Basel Committee (including the secretariat or any technical working group, task force, or other effort coordinated by the Basel Committee) in connection with the development of Basel III Endgame (each such proposal, a \u201cU.S. Endgame proposal\u201d).\n\nA summary of concerns raised by a federal banking agency with respect to a consultative document or other proposal considered by the Basel Committee (including the secretariat or any technical working group, task force, or other effort coordinated by or through the Basel Committee (including the secretariat or any technical working group, task force, or other effort coordinated by or through the Basel Committee) with respect to each U.S. Endgame proposal and U.S. Endgame concern, with a particular focus on whether the Basel Committee offered a considered rationale for rejecting, or not otherwise accepting, that U.S. Endgame proposal or U.S. Endgame concern (each such response, a \u201cBasel Committee response\u201d).\n\n\u201cGAO\u2019s evaluation should prioritize each U.S. Endgame proposal, U.S. Endgame concern, or Basel Committee response relating to:\n\nAny U.S. Endgame proposal or U.S. Endgame concern that did not receive a fulsome Basel Committee response.\n\nThe evidence or other rationale supporting the Basel III Endgame requirement that a corporate entity (or its parent) must have securities outstanding on a recognized securities exchange for an exposure to that entity (or parent) to be eligible for the reduced risk weight for investment-grade corporate exposures.\n\nThe absence of a tailored approach to high-fee revenue banks under the Basel III Endgame business-indicator approach to operational risk capital. This includes the rationale for not finalizing the tailored approach for high-fee revenue banks that was contemplated by the last Basel Committee consultative document on operational risk capital.\n\nThe calibration of the scaling factor, multiplier, dampener, and other coefficients for that business-indicator approach, including any correspondence relating to the significant evolution in those coefficients after the 2016 Basel Committee consultative document. GAO should evaluate whether it would have been appropriate to refit or otherwise revise those coefficients following the changes in the specification of the underlying formula.\n\nThe calibration of the correlation factors and the profit-and-loss attribution test thresholds for the models-based measure of market risk capital, including any correspondences relating to the use of simulated profit-and-loss data and the rationale for not adopting a transition period or other approach to recalibrating those correlation factors and thresholds after collecting actual profit-and-loss data.\n\n\u201cWe appreciate your prompt attention to this request.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=9F7BA457-7F6A-4861-9914-6F1AEF9B1938", "Barr Releases Statement on U.S. Banking Regulators' Community Reinvestment Act Final Rule", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) released the following statement on the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and Federal Reserve Board's Final Rule on Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Regulations.\n\n\u201cWhile I support the intent of the CRA to eliminate redlining and encourage financial institutions to invest in the areas in which they do business, the rule voted on today is under analyzed, not forward-looking, and will only lock in the status quo. By micromanaging how banks should operate, it runs a high risk of reducing credit availability to underserved communities and harms the customers and communities that the CRA was intended to protect. The anti-consumer rule creates a new definition of what constitutes a \u201clarge\u201d bank, with unexamined and likely negative consequences. Unfortunately, to the detriment of consumers and underserved communities, Federal banking agencies are increasingly abandoning analysis of their proposals and rules, rolling the dice on unintended consequences, and further opening the doors for partisan credit channeling.\n\nThe CRA was not intended to be a tool for activists to channel credit and investments to progressive causes. Sadly, today\u2019s CRA rule may be abused by activists and politically unaccountable regulators.\n\nMy Republican colleagues and I have long called for modernization of the CRA regulations \u2013 something that hasn\u2019t been done meaningfully since 1995 \u2013 including increasing consistency, clarity, and objectivity in assessments. Unfortunately, the rule federal banking regulators promulgated sticks to the outdated, existing state of affairs.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=5D2821A4-D533-4E80-B09D-09F95F5044B5", "Somerset Pastor gives congressional prayer during historic time on Capitol Hill", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) invited his own pastor Rev. Ryan Coffey, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Somerset, Kentucky, to offer the morning prayer on Friday as the U.S. House of Representatives reconvened to take a third vote to elect a new House Speaker.\n\n\"We are in unchartered waters on Capitol Hill, now entering the seventeenth day without a leader in the House. Pastor Coffey's prayer for discernment, integrity, courage and unity, was a welcomed blessing for this historic time in Congress,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"We cannot allow the small fractures in our party to paralyze our ability to govern. We need to get back to work for the American people. It was a tremendous honor to close this challenging week with a heartfelt prayer from my pastor, as we navigate the path forward for our great nation.\"\n\nCongressman Rogers personally gave the Coffey family a tour of the Capitol Building and invited Coffey's children, Tyler and Campbell, to join him on the House Floor on Friday morning.\n\nRev. Coffey gave the following prayer as the guest chaplain for the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n\"Our most precious, gracious, Heavenly Father, we humbly bow before You, acknowledging You as Lord of all. We pray as David prayed, 'For everything in the heavens and earth is yours, O Lord, this is your kingdom. We adore you as being in control of everything. Riches and honor come from you alone, you are the ruler of all mankind; your hand controls power and might, and it is at your discretion that men are made great and given strength.'\n\n\"So now O Lord, make these servants great. Grant to them discernment to govern rightly, integrity beyond reproach, courage to fight for a bright and greater tomorrow, and a spirit of unity to move our nation forward together.\n\n\"Lord, in this hour, we need more of You. So lead us, guide us, bless us according to Your will and may Your name be glorified forever and ever. Amen.\"\n\nRev. Coffey and his wife, Holly, have been serving the First Baptist Church of Somerset since April 2021.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-never-ending-house-republican-chaos", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on the Never-Ending House Republican Chaos", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 20, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after Republicans failed three times to elect Rep. Jim Jordan as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n\u201cWith almost three weeks of chaos, infighting and uncertainty, House Republicans have sent Congress home after failing to elect a Speaker of the House again,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cMake no mistake \u2014 I\u2019m glad Jim Jordan was not elected Speaker. He worked with Trump to overturn the 2020 election, voted for a nationwide abortion ban with no exceptions for rape and incest, not to mention the allegations of his coverup in the Ohio State sexual abuse scandal; Jim Jordan was not fit for the Speakership. But we are about to enter our third week without a Speaker and House Republicans are further away from securing a leader, with no clear end in sight. There is, however, a bipartisan path forward. Democrats stand ready to get back to work for the American people and end these political games once and for all.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-chaos-within-house-republican", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Chaos Within House Republican Conference", "2023-10-18", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 17, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after Republicans once again failed to elect a Speaker of the House:\n\n\u201cToday, House Republicans nominated Jim Jordan, the founder of the extreme House Freedom Caucus, to unite the GOP as Speaker of the House,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cTheir effort failed, with Jim Jordan receiving even fewer votes than Kevin McCarthy ever did. It\u2019s ridiculous that at a time when our international allies need aid and our government is one month from a shutdown, House Republicans still refuse to get it together. Democrats continue offering a path forward through compromise and bipartisanship, and we stand ready to elect a Speaker and get back to work for the American people.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=3006564D-1169-49D6-A1B0-BD351BFD86A3", "Barr Leads Letter Demanding Transparency Regarding Leaks of Confidential Supervisory Information at the Federal Reserve", "2023-10-16", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Last week, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy, led 23 Republicans on the House Financial Services Committee in a letter to Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman Jerome Powell demanding transparency regarding an August 30 leak of nonpublic confidential supervisory information (CSI) involving multiple financial firms. The lawmakers have reason to believe that the leak came from within the Federal Reserve or agencies with whom the CSI was shared and are requesting that the Fed provide additional details to ensure accountability.\n\nRead the full letter here.\n\nRead excerpts from the letter below.\n\n\u201cWe write to express our concerns about leaks of confidential, market-moving information from your agency regarding supervisory and regulatory plans and actions.\n\n\u201cOn July 17, 2023, ten days prior to your agency issuing notices of proposed rulemakings (NPRs), details of the proposals were reported in the press. Those details unveiled significant and accurate aspects of the NPRs, including information sought by members of the Financial Services Committee prior to publication that was not provided to the Committee.\n\n\u201cOn August 30, 2023, confidential supervisory information (CSI) was revealed in the press. Included in those press reports are details of CSI, identified by firm name, on regulatory warnings labeled matters requiring attention (MRAs) and matters requiring immediate attention (MRIAs). Press reports sourced the nonpublic CSI information that was inappropriately revealed to \u2018people familiar with the matter.\u2019\n\n\u201cIn our mind, it is unlikely \u2018those people familiar with the matter\u2019 are from each of the individual firms listed in the press reports. Equally unlikely is that the press reports involve unsubstantiated speculation by reporters. We are concerned that the leaks may be from within your agency or other agencies with whom you shared the CSI. Any leak of CSI, especially tied to individual firms\u2019 identities, would be a revelation of highly market-sensitive information.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=7CDCE1CA-73B7-4974-BD58-B4B7C18E3F61", "Barr Releases Statement on Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant Success", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) released the following statement recognizing the Blue Grass Chemical Agent Destruction Pilot Plant's destruction of the last chemical weapons on property.\n\n\u201cI am thrilled to celebrate the efforts taken by the Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) team in the elimination of America\u2019s last chemical weapons located at the Blue Grass Army Depot. Since 1940, more than 523 tons of chemical agents have been stored in this stockpile of the nation's chemical weapons collection. Because of this feat, the United States will meet its international treaty obligations and provide an example to the world that we are committed to an end to chemical weapons.\n\nThe workforce at BGCAPP set the standard for safe and efficient munitions destruction. As this mission closes, I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress, the local community, and the Department of Defense to identify opportunities for additional future missions at the Blue Grass Army Depot. My gratitude goes out to all in Madison County who were involved in this historic milestone. Our nation and the world are better off for your service and dedication to the mission now completed.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=EF96AFE3-1E21-4DB0-8F3B-136F1F151CA0", "Barr Releases Statement on CFPB Guidance on Junk Fees", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) released the following statement on the CFPB guidance to halt large banks from charging illegal junk fees for basic consumer service. \u201cThe Director\u2019s Advisory Opinion issued by the CFPB today is overly vague and disadvantages smaller and regional institutions. Republicans agree that providers of financial services owe it to their customers to be responsive to consumer requests for information regarding their accounts without imposing unreasonable impediments. However, the CFPB Director\u2019s advisory opinion released today does little to nothing to help consumers. It appears to be aimed mostly at continued promotion of a political campaign to disparage the private sector. It is ironic that the CFPB\u2019s latest tirade against provision of customer service by private-sector financial institutions comes from an agency that itself is unresponsive to requests for information from Congress and charges its own \u201cjunk fees\u201d for Freedom of Information Requests made by citizens interested in piercing the increasingly opaque and unaccountable Bureau.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-mcgarveys-statement-ongoing-violence-israel", "Congressman McGarvey's Statement on the Ongoing Violence in Israel", "2023-10-13", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC (October 13, 2023) \u2014 Today, Congressman McGarvey released the following statement regarding the ongoing violence in Israel:\n\n\u201cI continue to be horrified by the terrorist attacks perpetrated by Hamas on October 7th, and I condemn them in no uncertain terms. Israel has a right to exist and to defend itself, and as the Biden administration and my colleagues in Congress work to understand Israel\u2019s needs, I pledge my support for humanitarian and military aid to Israel and her people. I too offer my moral support and prayers.\n\n\u201cIn all times, including times of war, we must hold human life sacred and protect it. In war, this is especially true of civilian life. Hamas\u2019 brutal and indiscriminate violence reveals the contempt with which they hold the very existence of Jews and the people of Israel. But their actions, and the response they knew they would trigger, demonstrate also how little they care for the lives of the millions of Palestinian civilians trapped in the Gaza Strip, for whom they claim they fight.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B9AB04E7-2CC2-4F62-885A-427A9676617B", "Barr Releases Statement on Support for Israel, Need to Hold Hamas Accountable", "2023-10-12", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) released the following statement on the attack on the ongoing counterterrorism efforts by Israel against Hamas.\n\n\u201cIsrael is fully justified to pursue terrorists in Gaza to defend its own national security, deter further rocket and missile strikes and incursions into its borders, and bring to justice those who have carried out these brutal and murderous attacks against innocent Israeli civilians. As Israel takes needed action over the next weeks and perhaps months to root out terrorists in Gaza, the United States and the entire civilized world must stand resolute in support of Israel to defeat the perpetrators of this bloodbath. Hamas and the cowardly mullahs in Tehran who support them can never be given the incentive to repeat these atrocities ever again.\n\nAdditionally, as details emerge about the extent to which Iran\u2019s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corp helped to plan and finance the multi-front attack against Israel by Hamas terrorists, leaving over 1,300 Israelis and 25 Americans confirmed dead so far, it is imperative that Congress work to claw back the $6 billion recently unfrozen by the Biden Treasury Department as part of a hostage deal with Iran. Weakness invites aggression and the Biden policy of appeasing Iran, pursuing sanctions relief and releasing Iranian assets frozen by the Trump Treasury Department has proven to be a catalyst for terrorism and an incentive for hostage taking.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-mcgarvey-statement-hamas-terrorist-attacks", "Rep. McGarvey Statement on Hamas Terrorist Attacks", "2023-10-07", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LOUISVILLE, KY (October 7, 2023) \u2013 Following reports of terrorist attacks in Israel, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement:\n\n\"I\u2019m saddened by the terrorist attacks in Israel and unequivocally condemn the violence committed by Hamas. There is never a justification for terrorism. Israel has a right to defend itself. The United States stands with our ally & my thoughts are with the victims and their families.\"\n\n###\n\nCongressman Morgan McGarvey represents Kentucky\u2019s Third Congressional District, including Louisville and Jefferson County. He serves on the House Veterans Affairs and House Small Business Committees", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-voting-avoid-republican-shutdown", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Voting to Avoid a Republican Shutdown", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 30, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after voting for a 45-day continuing resolution to keep the government open at current spending levels. The continuing resolution avoids a catastrophic, Republican-caused shutdown and allows Congress to continue negotiating a funding agreement for fiscal year 2024.\n\n\u201cI came to Washington to stand up and fight for our community while working to get things done,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cToday, I did just that, joining House Democrats to keep our government open \u2014 paying our troops, keeping nutrition benefits for moms and babies, and providing vital services \u2014 despite the best efforts of extremist republicans to shut it all down. But our work is not over. Ninety-one MAGA Republicans proved today they prefer performative politics and pain over progress and people. This funding expires in 45 days and I will continue doing all I can to make sure we do our job as legislators, to fund our government and take care of the needs of our community and our country.\u201d\n\nThe continuing resolution now moves to the Senate. Funding for the government will run out at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, October 1, if not passed by both chambers and signed into law by the President.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-voting-remove-kevin-mccarthy-speaker", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Voting to Remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 3, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement ahead of voting on a motion to vacate the chair, a procedural vote that removes Rep. Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n\u201cTime and time again, Kevin McCarthy has shown his ambition to be Speaker has completely compromised his ability to govern effectively or with integrity,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cMcCarthy created this problem by empowering the extremists in his conference, making promises he did not intend to keep, and changing the rules to allow any member of the majority to remove the speaker. McCarthy isn\u2019t trusted in our caucus either, as shown by the fact he entered into a deal on spending limits this May to avoid defaulting on our debt, only to renege four months later as we tried to avoid a government shutdown. We are only as good as our word. Going back to my days in the state senate, I have always been willing to work with people across the aisle \u2013 people with whom I have real and sincere disagreements \u2013 as long as I knew they were honest brokers who could be trusted. I cannot in good conscience vote to save a Speaker who has not honored his deals, made a mockery of the speaker\u2019s election, brought our country to the brink of a catastrophic debt default and government shutdown, refused to denounce insurrectionists, and cannot be trusted. I will always fight for our community and our country, regardless of which party is in power, but it is not on House Democrats to save House Republicans from themselves; we are ready for the House Majority to stop their infighting so we can get back to work for the American people.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/transcript-congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-remarks-potential-house-republican", "Transcript of Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Remarks on the Potential House Republican Government Shutdown", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 29, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives ahead of the potential House Republican government shutdown. Below are Rep. McGarvey\u2019s remarks:\n\nI rise today because I\u2019m frustrated. I came here to work \u2014 to work across the aisle and get things done. Right-wing extremists are preventing us from doing our most important job: passing a budget. It is catastrophic for our country, our community, and our economy if extremist Republicans shut down our government.\n\nLet me be clear: Kentuckians cannot afford a shutdown. 119,884 Kentucky moms and babies will lose access to vital nutrition assistance, and nearly 556,000 SNAP recipients lose access to their benefits in a prolonged shutdown. 10,672 federal civilian workers in my district could be furloughed or have to work without pay. These are real consequences to Republicans\u2019 harmful actions.\n\nSo pass a spending bill; it\u2019s our job. And when you\u2019re done playing political games, we\u2019re ready to work together to avoid a disastrous shutdown.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=BBB83D48-0AED-42EA-985B-FEF74AF2A1A2", "Gov. Beshear, Congressman Rogers Announce More Than $26 Million for Economic Revitalization in 9 Counties", "2023-10-04", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "CORBIN, Ky. (Oct. 4, 2023) \u2013 Today at the SOAR Summit, Gov. Andy Beshear and U.S. Rep. Harold \u201cHal\u201d Rogers (KY-05), who was represented by his district director, Carlos Cameron, presented more than $26.6 million in Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) program funds to support economic development projects in nine counties.\n\nThe 14 recipients, including two previously announced awardees in Boyd County, are projected to retain or create more than 200 jobs, train up to 240 Kentuckians annually and serve more than 100,000 people via tourism, infrastructure development or training opportunities.\n\nCongressman Rogers established the AMLER program in 2016 to help coal-producing states revitalize in the midst of the downturn of the coal industry. Over the last seven years, he has secured more than $900 million for the program, including nearly $200 million for Kentucky alone.\n\nDue to historic votes on Capitol Hill, Congressman Rogers greeted SOAR Summit attendees via video from Washington, D.C., applauding the competitive projects that were submitted for the AMLER program.\n\n\u201cThe AMLER program is generating innovation, job creation, boosting tourism and expanding access to health care and education in the mountains. This competitive grant program is a great example of how federal, state and local leaders can work together to invest in projects that are designed to leverage the assets we have in each community,\u201d said Congressman Rogers, dean of the U.S. House of Representatives. \u201cWe have a unique opportunity to diversify and revitalize our rural economy with access to this federal funding, and I applaud our local leaders for bringing competitive projects to the table that will help shape a better future in Southern and Eastern Kentucky.\u201d\n\nWhen completed, the projects in Boyd, Breathitt, Estill, Floyd, Johnson, Letcher, McCreary, Pike and Whitley counties will enable a jobs training program at the Appalachian Valley Autism (AVA) Center, water and wastewater infrastructure projects, renovations to the Mountain Arts Center and Elkhorn City Railroad Museum, a park compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in Floyd County, equipment for the University of Pikeville (UPIKE), College of Dental Medicine and more.\n\n\u201cOnce again, this program is funding innovative projects that are bringing jobs to Southern and Eastern Kentucky,\u201d said Gov. Beshear. \u201cToday we are taking another step forward in building that better Kentucky we all want \u2013 one where none of our kids and grandkids have to leave home to chase their dreams, because every opportunity they could want is right here.\u201d\n\nEnergy and Environment Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Goodman selected the projects for initial vetting by the U.S. Office of Surface Mining, Reclamation and Enforcement. Seventy-four applications for funding were received by the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet\u2019s Division of Abandoned Mine Lands.\n\n\u201cThese projects are making Kentuckians\u2019 lives better,\u201d Secretary Goodman said. \u201cThey happen because communities have a vision and a deep commitment to Eastern Kentucky.\u201d\n\nThe projects selected for funding include:\n\nPikeville Medical Center was selected to receive $2.76 million for a jobs training program and the construction of 8,000 square feet of space for therapy services at the AVA Center satellite campus in Floyd County.\n\nBaptist Health Corbin Foundation in Whitley County was selected to receive $2.5 million for site work, utilities and excavation for a new medical tower, located at the northeast end of the campus.\n\nThe city of Hazard was selected to receive $3.38 million to replace about 45,000 feet of waterline to increase the capacity of water available to the Coal Fields Regional Industrial Park in Breathitt County from 1 million gallons per day (MGD) to 1.75 MGD.\n\nMcCreary County Water District was selected to receive $2 million for the engineering and partial construction of a sewer line connection impacting the Cumberland Falls State Park and 110 households in the Daniel Boone National Forest.\n\nJohnson County Fiscal Court was selected to receive $2 million to enable the Hager Hill Industrial Job Creation Project to put production equipment in its new manufacturing facility on a 15-acre Build-Ready site and the only rail-served industrial property in the region.\n\nThe city of Jenkins was selected to receive $372,600 to rehabilitate its wastewater treatment plant with equipment that will enable a more efficient treatment process.\n\nThe Mountain Arts Center was selected to receive $1.02 million for a renovation that will include a new roof, HVAC and lighting system. The funding also will allow the facility to be updated and remain open.\n\nThe Elkhorn City Heritage Council was selected to receive $59,800 to renovate the Railroad Museum to make it more inviting and appealing as a destination for travel and tourism. Renovations would include improvements to the roof and deck, as well as HVAC, lighting, windows, and signage.\n\nThe Kent Rose Foundation was selected to receive $500,000 to build an ADA-compliant, all-inclusive sensory park in Floyd County that would include playground equipment for various age groups, including those with physical and developmental disabilities.\n\nThe East Kentucky Heritage Foundation Inc. was selected to receive $4.5 million for the construction of the 8,500-square-foot Raven Rock Resort Lodge in Letcher County. Work will include utility connections for water, sewer and power as well as earthwork.\n\nThe Yard, in Estill County, was selected to receive $1.9 million for the construction of the R.J. Corman Pavilion Building and Glass House, track installation, restoration of the fuel tank and rail equipment and construction and renovation of the historic yard office.\n\nThe University of Pikeville, College of Dental Medicine was selected to receive $3 million to purchase equipment such as oral scanners, oral microscopes, integrated computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing for its College of Dental Medicine.\n\nProjects previously announced were:\n\nThe Clark Family Discovery Center & Interactive History Museum will receive $1.38 million for the design and construction of a 12,000-square-foot Local and Regional History Museum on the center\u2019s second floor.\n\nAshland Community and Technical College (ACTC) was selected to receive $1.32 million to create a simulation laboratory for several degree programs. This lab will provide an environment for practicing job skills and will serve as a training facility for current employees of King\u2019s Daughters Medical Center.\n\nRecipients shared the impact the grants will have on their communities:\n\n\u201cThe Appalachian Valley Autism Center has become an invaluable asset to our region by providing much-needed services to children on the autism spectrum. We continue to positively impact health care and economic development outcomes in central Appalachia by strengthening and building a competitive workforce by enhancing health care opportunities and diversifying the economy,\u201d said Pikeville Medical Center President and Chief Executive Officer Donovan Blackburn.\u201cAnyone who knows me also knows my family\u2019s personal story and my attachment to the AVA Center, which bears my granddaughter\u2019s name. Thanks to God\u2019s great mercy for many answered prayers that helped us to establish what has now become the nation\u2019s single largest Applied Behavioral Analysis Center, right here in Eastern Kentucky.\u201d\n\n\u201cEKY Heritage Foundation Inc. is honored to be awarded $4.5 million in AMLER funding to construct a lodge and restaurant at Raven Rock Resort in Jenkins, Kentucky. This grant will allow us to make Raven Rock Resort a tourist destination while helping our local economy,\u201d said Missy Matthews, president of the East Kentucky Heritage Foundation. \u201cWe are thankful Congressman Rogers and Gov. Beshear advocate for our region and recognize the beauty and possibilities of Eastern Kentucky. Because of their vision for our region, we will continue to grow and showcase our natural assets.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are excited about the growth taking place in Johnson County, and the opportunity to bring in an employer that will create much-needed jobs in our region. This grant funding ensures that we are not only build-ready but job-ready, by providing the funding necessary to purchase production equipment for the facility,\u201d said Johnson County Judge/Executive Mark McKenzie. \u201cJohnson County appreciates the support of Congressman Rogers and Gov. Beshear as we work to fill and expand the Hager Hill Industrial Park with good-paying jobs for our skilled workforce.\u201d\n\n\u201cOn behalf of the citizens of McCreary County, we would like to thank all those who were involved in awarding this grant. A big thank you to Congressman Rogers, the Governor, the state legislature and the Lake Cumberland Area Development District,\u201d said McCreary County Judge/Executive Jimmie W. Greene II. \u201cThis grant will be a big step for wastewater improvements for Cumberland Falls State Park and the 100-plus residents on Highway 1045 in McCreary County. With these improvements, this will reduce the risk of overflows to the tourist area and the almost one million visitors each year to the park.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are so grateful for Congressman Rogers\u2019 and Gov. Beshear\u2019s support for the University's efforts to provide for the ongoing medical needs of the region. Oral health is challenging in rural Kentucky, and we hope to meet the needs of the region by training the next generation of dental professionals here,\u201d said UPIKE PresidentDr. Burton Webb.\n\n\u201cBaptist Health Corbin operates one of the busiest emergency departments in the state. The impact of this grant will allow us to begin construction of a brand new, state-of-art emergency department, along with a new critical care unit with advanced equipment to ensure that we can continue to meet the growing medical needs of our people, here in Southern Kentucky,\u201d said Anthony Powers, president/CEO of Baptist Health Corbin. \u201cWe appreciate the incredible support of Congressman Rogers and Gov. Beshear as we work together to expand access to medical services, ensuring our region is a healthier place to live.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe sensory park that we are working on in partnership with the Kent Rose Foundation, Courtney Crider and with Big Sandy Community Technical College is going to be an inclusive park. It is 100% for all children \u2013 to let them learn to play together and let them be a part of the same fun,\u201d said Prestonsburg Mayor Les Stapleton.\n\n\u201cEver since being the mayor, I have wanted to address the issues that the Buckhorn community faces with water. This funding will help solve that issue as well as get more water to the industrial park to allow us to recruit companies and jobs that we never could before,\u201d said Donald \u201cHappy\u201d Mobelini, mayor of Hazard.\n\n\u201cWe are so thankful for the grant which will allow us to get more water to the citizens of our community and to the industrial park. This project is key to job growth and opportunities for years to come,\u201d said Perry County Judge/Executive Scott Alexander.\n\n\u201cAt the Highlands Museum & Discovery Center in Ashland, we are shooting for the stars and the AMLER grant is just the vehicle to get us there. We are honored to have been selected and excited to move forward with the infrastructure improvements that will solidify our position as a key downtown destination,\u201d said Executive Director Kim Jenkins. \u201cOn the heels of opening the state-of-the-art Clark Family Discovery Center, we will be able to forge ahead with the development of another floor of our museum to fulfill our mission to provide avenues of discovery for explorers of all ages. We are grateful for Congressman Rogers\u2019 and Gov. Beshear\u2019s continued support.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Elkhorn City Heritage Council wishes to thank all of those that were involved with the process of receiving the AMLER grant. Our town will benefit greatly from the substantial upgrade to the Elkhorn City Railroad Museum,\u201d said Larry Lounsberry, president of the Elkhorn City Heritage Council. \u201cWe have had visitors from across the country and the world since opening in 1991. Now this one-time coal company office can be a foundation to a thriving tourist destination helping to revitalize our community!\u201d\n\n\u201cThis 2023 AMLER award is a game-changer for our project and is positive proof that the commonwealth is committed both to our project and to real investment in Appalachia and coal country,\u201d said Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation Board President Chris Campbell. \u201cThe capital infusion validates the hard work our all-volunteer organization has put in over the past seven years and gives a big boost to the community that has welcomed us since our inception in 2016. We appreciate the Governor\u2019s Office, Energy and Environment Cabinet and the entire federal delegation, including Congressmen Rogers and Barr for their show of support of our endeavor.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe at the Mountain Arts Center are so excited and appreciative to be awarded this funding from AMLER. The money will go a long way to fix crucial and needed facility and safety upgrades for our beloved arts center,\u201d said Executive Director Joe Campbell. \u201cThe MAC is such an important part of the regional arts education and tourism industry. We can\u2019t thank Congressman Rogers, Gov. Beshear and AMLER enough for their continued support.\u201d\n\n\u201cAshland Community and Technical College is grateful for this funding as it will allow us to create a state-of-the-art simulation lab for all our allied health programs. This is critical as we strive to meet the workforce demands in the health care sector within Eastern Kentucky,\u201d said Dr. Larry Ferguson, president and CEO of ACTC.\n\n\u201cI want to thank Congressman Rogers and Gov. Beshear for helping the city of Jenkins. This funding will allow us to maintain and build additional capacity within our community for housing for flood survivors, Gateway Industrial Park and other economic development projects in our city,\u201d said Mayor Todd DePriest.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=FAFFF798-8E44-4C9F-BCFE-6027BC699B55", "Congressman Rogers' Statement on Speaker McCarthy", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) released the following statement after the House voted to remove Congressman Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. The historic vote marks the first time that a House Speaker has been stripped of the gavel. As Dean of the House, Congressman Rogers had the honor of swearing in Speaker McCarthy in January.\n\n\u201cThe House made a monumental mistake by ousting Speaker McCarthy. He showed immense courage and leadership by negotiating a deal to avoid a government shutdown, even at the risk of losing his gavel. I am grateful for Speaker McCarthy\u2019s service, and I pray this chamber will select a new leader quickly, so we can get back to work for the American people without reckless targets on the leaders selected by this governing body,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House.\n\nThe House is in now in recess until October 10, when Members are expected to resume for a speaker candidate forum.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=10B38D4F-9442-4F87-91B0-FB8CCA13D8C3", "Congressman Rogers Votes for Stop-Gap Funding Bill to Keep the Government Open", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan stop-gap funding bill on Saturday to avoid a government shutdown, providing an additional 45 days for Congress to finalize funding bills for fiscal year 2024. The Continuing Appropriations Act (H.R. 5860) passed by a vote of 335-91, funding the government through November 17, 2023.\n\nThe legislation provides $16 billion in supplemental funding for disaster relief, extends vital healthcare and welfare programs, and includes extensions for National Flood Insurance Protection and the Federal Aviation Administration.\n\n\"This short-term extension is necessary to keep vital government programs in operation, ensuring the American people are not lacking healthcare or the assistance they need, as a result of disagreements on Capitol Hill,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"I applaud Speaker McCarthy for bringing this clean bill to a vote, and renewing faith in House government. We have a lot to accomplish in the next 45 days, and this bill is a step in the right direction.\"\n\nThe Continuing Appropriations Act does not include any additional funding for Ukraine, a primary concern during negotiations.\n\nThe bill now moves to the Senate for consideration before the looming deadline.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/9/comer-mountain-of-evidence-reveals-joe-biden-abused-his-public-office-for-his-family-s-financial-gain", "Comer: Mountain of Evidence Reveals Joe Biden Abused his Public Office for his Family\u2019s Financial Gain", "2023-09-29", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nComer: Mountain of Evidence Reveals Joe Biden Abused his Public Office for his Family\u2019s Financial Gain\n\n\u201cUnlike Democrats, this Committee will not pursue witch hunts or string the American people along for years with false promises of evidence.\u201d\n\nWASHINGTON\u2014At today\u2019s hearing on \u201cThe Basis for an Impeachment Inquiry of President Joseph R. Biden, Jr.,\u201d House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) detailed how overwhelming evidence shows President Joe Biden lied to the American people about his knowledge of and participation in his family\u2019s corrupt international and domestic business schemes.\n\nSince January, the Oversight Committee has uncovered how the Bidens and their associates created over 20 shell companies, raked in over $24 million dollars from China and other foreign countries, identified nine members of the Biden family who have participated or benefited from the business schemes, and confirmed that Joe Biden interacted with his family\u2019s business associates at least two dozen times. By opening an impeachment inquiry, Chairman Comer pointed out that the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, Judiciary, and Ways and Means are now investigating whether President Biden engaged in impeachable offenses under the U.S. Constitution. The House Oversight Committee, along with the Committees on the Judiciary and Ways and Means, will continue to follow the money and the evidence to provide accountability so that Americans know their public offices are not for sale.\n\nBelow are Chairman Comer\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery.\n\nSince assuming our Republican majority in January, the House Oversight and Accountability Committee has uncovered a mountain of evidence revealing how Joe Biden abused his public office for his family\u2019s financial gain.\n\nFor years, President Biden has lied to the American people about his knowledge of and participation in his family\u2019s corrupt business schemes.\n\nAt least ten times, Joe Biden lied to the American people that he never spoke to his family about their business dealings.\n\nHe lied by telling the American people that there was an \u201cabsolute wall\u201d between his official government duties and his personal life.\n\nLet\u2019s be clear: there was no wall. The door was wide open to those who purchased what a business associate described as \u201cThe Biden Brand.\u201d\n\nEvidence reveals that then-Vice President Joe Biden spoke, dined, and developed relationships with his family\u2019s foreign business targets. These business targets include foreign oligarchs who sent millions of dollars to his family. It also includes a Chinese national who wired a quarter of a million dollars to his son.\n\nJoe Biden also lied to the American people about his family making money in China. He has continued to lie about it even when the House Oversight Committee uncovered bank wires revealing how the Bidens received millions from Chinese companies with significant ties to the Chinese intelligence and the Chinese Communist Party.\n\nJust this week, we uncovered two additional wires sent to Hunter Biden that originated in Beijing from Chinese nationals. This happened when Joe Biden was running for President of the United States. And Joe Biden\u2019s home is listed as the beneficiary address.\n\nTo date, the House Oversight Committee has uncovered how the Bidens and their associates created over 20 shell companies \u2013 most of which were created when Joe Biden was Vice President \u2013 and raked in over $24 million dollars between 2014-2019.\n\nWe\u2019ve also identified nine members of the Biden family who have participated in or benefited from these business schemes.\n\nWhat were the Bidens selling to make all this money?\n\nJoe Biden himself.\n\nJoe Biden is \u201cThe Brand.\u201d And Joe Biden showed up at least two dozen times with business targets and associates sending signals of access, influence, and power to those prepared to pay for it.\n\nThe American people demand accountability for this culture of corruption.\n\nThey demand to know how these schemes have compromised President Biden and threaten our national security.\n\nThey demand safeguards to be put in place to prevent public officials from selling access to their public office for private gain.\n\nUnder the leadership of Speaker Kevin McCarthy, House Republicans have now opened an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.\n\nBy opening an impeachment inquiry, our investigation is now focused on whether President Biden engaged in impeachable offenses under the U.S. Constitution.\n\nIt empowers Congress, elected by The People, to continue providing the answers, transparency, and accountability that the American people demand and deserve.\n\nIn recent history, Democrats inflicted much damage on the credibility of congressional investigations by peddling the Russia Collusion Hoax.\n\nBut this Committee, under this majority, will not pursue such witch hunts based on manufactured allegations, innuendo, and no real evidence.\n\nToday, the House Oversight Committee will examine over two dozen pieces of evidence revealing Joe Biden\u2019s corruption and abuse of public office. This includes e-mails, text messages, bank records, and testimony of Biden business associates.\n\nWe will hear from legal and financial experts about this evidence and crimes that may have been committed as Joe Biden was sold around the world.\n\nThe House Oversight Committee, along with the Committees on the Judiciary and Ways and Means, will continue to follow the money and the evidence to provide accountability so that Americans know their public offices are not for sale.\n\nI now yield to Jim Jordan, the Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee for his opening statement.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=00E11412-1C0E-46D4-B76F-13E91ADD2A48", "McConnell, Rogers Help Secure Millions in Federal Funding for Eastern Kentucky\u2019s Water Infrastructure", "2023-09-29", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and Congressman Hal Rogers (KY-05), Dean of the U.S. House of Representatives, announced today the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) will award $1,400,000 to the Wolfe County Sanitation District, $1,275,396 to the City of Beattyville, $1,219,000 to the Letcher County Water and Sewer District, and $984,000 for the Breathitt County Water District for several improvements to their water infrastructure.\n\nThe Wolfe County Sanitation District plans to use this competitive federal funding to construct a new wastewater treatment plant and install 11,100 linear feet of sewer line, providing sewer service to households and businesses in the community. The City of Beattyville will utilize its federal grant to rehabilitate three water tanks that will help deliver safe drinking water to Beattyville residents. The Letcher County Water and Sewer District plans to use the federal funding for expanding service to over 220 homes that are currently unserved. The Breathitt County Water District will use the federal funds for improvements to the water infrastructure and to extend new water service in the area.\n\nThis federal funding is made possible through an ARC program, established by Senator McConnell, for water and other infrastructure priorities in distressed counties throughout Central Appalachia. Senator McConnell, a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, contacted ARC Chairwoman Gayle Manchin in support of these competitive grant applications and advocated for ARC funding in the annual government funding bill.\n\n\u201cInvesting in our water infrastructure can have a tremendous impact on families living in Kentucky\u2019s rural communities, improving quality of life standards for thousands and paving the way for future growth,\u201d said Senator McConnell. \u201cI\u2019m proud to see the Appalachian Regional Commission continue to deliver for the people of Kentucky. Congressman Rogers and I are committed to delivering for Eastern Kentuckians and ensuring the federal government continues to prioritize this wonderful region of the Commonwealth.\u201d\n\n\u201cEvery day, we rely on the water and sewer lines in our homes and businesses, and when those necessities are disrupted, we can\u2019t get them repaired fast enough. These ARC investments in Breathitt, Lee, Letcher and Wolfe Counties will go a long way to provide security and reliability for these vital utility services in the region,\u201d said Congressman Rogers. \u201cHaving access to clean water and secure wastewater service is also key for future business development and expansion. Senator McConnell and I have been long-time supporters of the Appalachian Regional Commission, because of the unwavering support they give to Kentucky\u2019s Appalachian communities.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=4CBA29CD-DD87-4456-8C92-2AA35BA12AE8", "Congressman Rogers Votes for Federal Funding Bills to Strengthen National Defense and Secure the Southern Border", "2023-09-29", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) voted for three federal funding bills for fiscal year 2024 that passed the House on Thursday night, including Homeland Security, Defense, and State and Foreign Operations. The bills provide vital funding for national security, border control, and important measures to counter aggression from China, while also cutting wasteful spending and rejecting President Biden's failed economic and border policies.\n\n\"As we work diligently to avoid a government shutdown, we must continue to press forward by passing commonsense funding bills that fulfill our commitment to the American people to serve and protect this great nation. The Biden Administration's reckless spending has resulted in greater inflation and high interest rates that are still impacting families and businesses across the country, especially in rural areas, like Eastern Kentucky where fixed incomes are stretched far too thin,\" said Congressman Rogers, a senior appropriator. \"It is my hope that these funding bills will build support and unity as we move forward.\"\n\nThe Homeland Security Appropriations Bill provides $91.5 billion to secure our borders, including a record number of Border Patrol Agents, improved technology and construction of physical barriers at the southwest border. It also prohibits funding facilitating abortions and gender-affirming care for ICE detainees. It also includes more than $20 billion for major disasters.\n\nThe Defense Appropriations Bill provides more than $826 billion to bolster national defense, support our military service members with modernized resources, prioritize the fight against China, and thwart the flow of fentanyl and other illegal drugs into the United States.\n\nThe State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Bill includes $51.5 billion to strengthen national security, while reining in wasteful spending by more than $11 billion over the last two years. The legislation increases oversight of all funds, maintains pro-life protections, continues our unwavering support for Israel and key allies in the Middle East, and focuses on national security interests in the Indo-Pacific to counter influence from Communist China. It also prohibits funding to be used to advance the Biden Administration's liberal agenda.\n\nThe House Appropriations Committee has taken action on all 12 federal spending bills for fiscal year 2024, of which the full House has passed four. The bills now head to the U.S. Senate for consideration.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work on Capitol Hill and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov or follow him on social media.\n\nClick here to read the Homeland Security Appropriations Bill.\n\nClick here to read the Defense Appropriations Bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-announces-1-million-grant-address-youth-violence", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces $1 Million Grant to Address Youth Violence in Louisville", "2023-09-28", "2023", "2023-09", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 28, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced YouthBuild Louisville has received a $1 million grant from the Department of Justice (DOJ) to enhance schools\u2019 capacity to address youth violence. The grant will allow YouthBuild Louisville to expand its services to Smoketown youth by developing a school safety plan with Meyzeek Middle School, training Smoketown residents in de-escalation and positive youth development, and recruiting community members to serve on the Smoketown Anti-Violence Coalition.\n\n\u201cYouthBuild Louisville is doing incredible work to keep our community safe, and this $1 million grant will increase their ability to stop youth violence,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cThis will allow YouthBuild Louisville to expand their services to young people in Smoketown and empower them with positive development programs, setting them up for success later in life. This federal funding will support our youth and continue efforts to keep our communities safe.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe are thrilled to be supported by OJJDP to work with partners, parents, young people and Meyzeek Middle School to boost attendance, academic performance and regulate behavioral responses to stress,\u201d said Lynn Rippy, President and CEO of YouthBuild Louisville. \u201cOur work aims to reduce young people\u2019s exposure to violence, build coping and resiliency skills. The design is to increase student\u2019s personal protective factors and their sense of safety and community at school. In short, young people will use their internal strength and brilliance to build their personal agency to be thriving students and active community members.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=7E413504-8529-4039-8EDA-08E811373046", "Barr Introduces Legislation to Ensure Longevity of Kentucky Bourbon Industry", "2023-09-21", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) introduced the White Oak Resilience Act, a crucial piece of legislation which would ensure a sustainable future of the American white oak. At current consumption rates, the American white oak tree population will begin to decline significantly in the next 10-15 years, with even more extreme declines over the next several decades. White oak is not only a cornerstone to the ecosystem, but it also directly impacts our signature Kentucky bourbon industry.\n\nThis legislation addresses the critical shortages faced by the white oak population, underlining its vital importance to the environment, the economy, and the bourbon industry. The act\u2019s key provisions range from authorizing the Department of the Interior (DOI) and the Forest Service to actively participate in white oak restoration projects to harnessing private investment and establishing a white oak restoration fund to support white oak regeneration on national forests.\n\n\"The White Oak Resilience Act is not just about saving trees; it's about preserving our heritage, safeguarding biodiversity, and fortifying an industry that is critical to Kentucky\u2019s economy,\u201d said Congressman Barr. \u201cThe future of the bourbon industry, which relies on the unique characteristics of white oak barrels, and the future of countless ecosystems are intertwined with the sustainability of the white oak.\"\n\n\u201cI am proud to join Rep. Barr and our colleagues in introducing the White Oak Resilience Act to provide long-term sustainability for our white oak forests. White Oak forests cover millions of acres across the country and support numerous wildlife and plant ecosystems while also providing a critical resource for several American industries from furniture to wine and spirits. This bill is a comprehensive investment in the conservation and restoration activities across several federal land management agencies for white oak trees. I look forward to getting this bill passed into law so we can conserve this critical resource for generations to come.\u201d -Congressman Ami Bera (CA-06)\n\n\u201cWhite Oak trees are an essential part of the whiskey making process for our many Tennessee distilleries. I support the White Oak Resilience Act so that these businesses can continue to thrive and our famous Tennessee whiskey enjoyed around the world.\u201d- Congressman Scott DesJarlais (TN-04)\n\n\u201cMaintaining healthy white oak forests is important for the environment and for a wide range of industries in Tennessee, including furniture, flooring and in the manufacture of oak casks for Jack Daniels whiskey production. Since it takes 60 to 100 years for white oaks to reach maturity, the time to act is now to ensure white oak is available for future generations.\u201d- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09)\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to join Rep. Barr to protect the white oak tree population for decades to come,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey (KY-03). \u201cIt\u2019s crucial we take action to grow more white oak trees now \u2014 it\u2019s good for our planet, our economy, and let\u2019s face it, you can\u2019t make bourbon without it. The White Oak Resilience Act will help maintain our white oak population, ensuring economic success, environmental stewardship, and good bourbon well into the future.\u201d\n\n\"While there are plenty of white oak trees out there right now, the data clearly shows that regeneration isn\u2019t happening at the levels we\u2019ve historically seen, and soon this will be a serious problem for everything from the American bourbon industry to native plants and wildlife if we don\u2019t act today,\u201d said Jason Meyer, Executive Director of the White Oak Initiative. \"Fortunately, this bill proposes much-needed measures to rejuvenate our white oak forests, promoting biodiversity and supporting the hard-working folks who rely on them.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=68DC7A75-3E7D-444C-9138-A615F28DAE3C", "Barr\u2019s Bill to Stop The Financing of China\u2019s Military-Industrial Complex Moves Out of Committee", "2023-09-20", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Barr\u2019s (KY-06) bipartisan legislation, the Chinese Military and Surveillance Company Sanctions Act of 2023, passed unanimously out of the House Financial Services Committee.\n\nThe Chinese Military and Surveillance Company Sanctions Act is a vital and comprehensive measure to safeguard global interests. Under this proposed legislation, the President would be required to sanction Chinese entities that are crucial to China\u2019s defense and surveillance technology sectors. Unlike standard investment restrictions, these comprehensive sanctions would prohibit nearly all economic interactions with blacklisted firms.\n\n\"In the face of the CCP's unambiguous ambitions to reshape the global order, the 'Chinese Military and Surveillance Company Sanctions Act' stands as a crucial tool to cut off financing to PRC firms threatening U.S. national security\u201d, said Congressman Barr. \u201cThis bill targets the very core of China\u2019s military-industrial prowess, ensuring that firms integral to their defense and surveillance capabilities are isolated from the global financial system. In a world with intricate economic ties and challenges, this bill utilizes tested sanctions authorities that are targeted but effective while also providing \u2018red light, green light\u2019 clarity to global investors.\u201d\n\n\u201cThere is a lot of tough talk on China in Washington, but the House Financial Services Committee is walking the walk. Today, we advanced Congressman Barr\u2019s Chinese Military and Surveillance Company Sanctions Act\u2014the strongest measure ever considered by the House to target the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s military-industrial complex\u2014with bipartisan support. This bill limits China\u2019s ability to wage war by cutting off funding and technology from bad actors using our most effective time-tested tool\u2014sanctions. I\u2019m proud to support Congressman Barr\u2019s bill to confront the generational threat posed by the CCP without sacrificing core American values.\u201d \u2013 Chairman Patrick McHenry (NC-10)\n\n\"China and Russia have enjoyed relatively unfettered access to U.S. capital markets. Both countries have essentially shrugged off past half-measures and continued operating with near impunity. Mr. Barr's sanctions represent thoughtful, direct action to hamstring companies involved in these military-industrial complexes and dissuade the global community from funding their atrocities. I am proud to support this impactful legislation.\"- Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03)\n\nH.R. 760 is cosponsored by Rep. Luetkemeyer (R-MO-3), Rep. Dunn (R-FL-2), Rep Wittman (R-VA-1), Rep. Hinson (R-IA-2), Rep. Moolenaar (R-MI-2), Rep. Sherman (D-CA-32), and Rep. Scott (D-GA-13)\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/9/comer-pharmacy-benefit-managers-deploy-drug-pricing-tactics-to-line-their-own-pockets", "Comer: Pharmacy Benefit Managers Deploy Drug Pricing Tactics to Line Their Own Pockets", "2023-09-19", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Today, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) delivered opening remarks at a full committee hearing titled \u201cThe Role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers in Prescription Drug Markets Part II: Not What the Doctor Ordered.\u201d In his opening statement, Chairman Comer noted that this is the committee\u2019s second hearing on PBMs and emphasized that their tactics are causing Americans to suffer from rising health care premiums and expensive prescription drug prices. He described how these deliberate, anticompetitive pricing tactics aim to prevent payers\u2014including government payers like Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and the Federal Employee Health Benefits program\u2014from understanding how PBMs are making billions at the expense of patients and taxpayers. Three large PBMs have now monopolized the pharmaceutical market and engage in these self-benefitting practices that boost their bottom line without a benefit to patients. He stressed that greater transparency and accountability is needed in the PBM industry. In addition to the PBM Committee report released in 2021, Chairman Comer concluded that the Committee will continue to press forward to shine a light on PBMs undermining health practices and work to inform legislative solutions.\n\nBelow are Chairman Comer\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery.\n\nI want to welcome everyone to today\u2019s hearing on the role of Pharmacy Benefit Managers in Pharmaceutical Markets.\n\nThis is the second hearing in our series discussing pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, and their role in the pharmaceutical market.\n\nLast Congress, Oversight Republicans conducted a review of PBMs.\n\nWhat we found was deeply concerning and raised many questions about PBMs\u2019 role in the healthcare industry.\n\nPBMs started out as beneficial additions to the healthcare system because they were competing with each other to provide clarity to pharmacies, payers, and patients about drug costs.\n\nBut that environment of competition and transparency is no longer true today.\n\nInstead of fierce competition, now just three PBMs control 80 percent of the market.\n\nAnd each of the three major PBMs\u2014CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and Optum Rx\u2014is owned by a major health insurer and owns, or is owned, by a pharmacy.\n\nThis means that when PBMs negotiate with a pharmacy or a health insurer, they are either negotiating with themselves or one of their direct competitors.\n\nThis can create incentives to do things that have negative impacts on patients.\n\nThat is why the Committee\u2019s examination of PBMs is a priority this Congress.\n\nOur concerns were compounded by what we learned in our first PBM hearing, held earlier this year in the spring.\n\nWe heard from Greg Baker, a pharmacist in Jacksonville, Florida, who discussed how he is unable to serve Tricare beneficiaries in his community.\n\nThis is because Express Scripts is forcing Tricare beneficiaries to use specific pharmacies on military bases.\n\nWe heard from Dr. Miriam Atkins, an oncologist in Georgia, who discussed how PBMs\u2014not doctors\u2014can dictate which drugs a patient can use.\n\nThey do this through tactics that require a patient to fail on a certain drug before trying another drug, and by requiring the use of mail order pharmacies, which can be unreliable and wasteful.\n\nWe also heard from Greg Baker, the CEO of AffirmedRx, a transparent PBM that works to provide clear pharmacy benefit services to employers.\n\nHe discussed how typical PBM practices could be considered price gouging and gave examples of a cancer drug, Imatinib, and the difference in price for a 30-day supply of Imatinib at Cost Plus Drugs versus CVS.\n\nThat difference is astounding.\n\nA 30-day supply at Cost Plus Drugs costs $72.\n\nThat very same 30-day supply at CVS costs more than $17,000.\n\nThose two prices are for the exact same prescription.\n\nIt begs the question, why is one prescription so much more expensive? And what is happening with that extra money?\n\nWe know that PBMs regularly engage in spread pricing, where PBMs overcharge payers and underpay pharmacies, and pocket the extra money.\n\nWe also know that drug manufacturers pay rebates to PBMs in order to be placed in a favorable tier on a formulary, which can make it difficult for competing prescriptions\u2014often generics or biosimilars\u2014to get on formularies.\n\nThese practices have real world consequences, and impact constituents in all our districts.\n\nI hope today\u2019s hearing provides more clarity into the pharmaceutical market so that Congress can determine what actions are necessary.\n\nI thank the witnesses, and now yield 5 minutes to Ranking Member Raskin for his opening statement.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-passes-first-bill-us-house-representatives", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Passes First Bill in the US House of Representatives", "2023-09-18", "2023", "2023-09", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC (September 18, 2023) \u2013Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s (KY-03) legislation to protect the education benefits of veterans. H.R. 3981, the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act, strengthens the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) oversight capacity to prevent fraud and protect veterans from exploitative educational institutions. The bill now awaits passage in the U.S. Senate. The Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act is Congressman McGarvey\u2019s very first bill to pass the House.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m ecstatic that this bill is one step closer to making it across the finish line,\u201d said Rep. Morgan McGarvey. \u201cOur veterans in Louisville and across the country deserve the absolute best. I\u2019ve always said that we need to put as much effort into supporting our veterans when they come out of active duty as when they go in. This bill gives the VA the tools it needs to ensure that all veterans who are entitled to their education benefits can use them at reputable entities, free from the concern that they may be defrauded. I\u2019m proud to lead my colleagues in this bipartisan effort to ensure our veterans and their benefits are supported and protected.\u201d\n\nThrough their service, many veterans earn federal support to help pay for college, graduate school, and training programs with the GI Bill education benefit. However, some veterans have been exploited by predatory, fraudulent, or unscrupulous educational and vocational programs. The Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act builds on the successes of the comprehensive Isakson and Roe Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2020 to boost oversight, foster accountability, and most of all, help veterans access the quality education they deserve. Congressman Mike Levin (CA-49), the sponsor of the original Isakson-Roe Act, is the co-lead for Congressman McGarvey\u2019s bill.\n\n\u201cVeterans should never have to worry that their education will be jeopardized by a predatory institution. Any school that seeks to defraud veterans must be held accountable,\u201d said Rep. Levin. \u201cThis bill would strengthen VA\u2019s capacity to rein in unscrupulous education practices and ensure that our veterans are treated fairly. I am proud that the full House passed our legislation and now we hope the Senate will act quickly for it to become law.\u201d\n\nThe Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act strengthens reporting requirements imposed on entities that are recipients of GI Bill education benefits. This bill requires educational entities to self-report any noncompliance within 30 days; schools that have not reported noncompliance and are found in violation of compliance may face additional penalties. Additionally, the bill requires the VA to create a previously mandated database of risk-based surveys within 180 days to ensure programs receiving federal funds are legitimate and properly serving their veteran populations.\n\n\u201cThe American Legion has long been a proponent of oversight of academic institutions where veterans are enrolled,\" said the American Legion in a statement. \u201cToo often, veterans fall victim to predatory institutions that aim to take advantage of their GI Bill benefits. H.R. 3981 The Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act will counter predatory practices by placing more accountability on academic institutions, while mandating that VA create a risk-based survey database to track the legitimacy of academic institutions. The American Legion supports this critical piece of legislation, and we commend Rep. Morgan McGarvey and his staff for the important work they do on behalf of veterans and their families.\u201d\n\n\"We applaud the House passage of the much-needed technical improvements proposed in the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act.\u201d said Will Hubbard, Vice President at Veterans Education Success. \u201cBy establishing a timeline for the Department of Veterans Affairs to implement the risk-based survey database and simplifying the reporting process for schools to self-report adverse issues, this bill represents a significant step forward in veterans' education. Congressman McGarvey's unwavering commitment to veterans and his exemplary leadership on this important legislation deserve great credit.\u201d\n\nCongressman McGarvey\u2019s legislation has the endorsements of the American Legion, Black Veterans Empowerment Council, Black Veterans Project, Blinded Veterans Association, Blue Star Families, Combined Arms, Common Defense, Disabled American Veterans, Military Family Advisory Network, Military-Veterans Advocacy, Modern Military Association of America, National Guard Association of the United States, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Service to School, Student Veterans of America, National Military Families Association, Veterans Education Success, Veterans for Common Sense, Veterans for Peace, and Vietnam Veterans of America.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B5F98565-FB99-43DB-94A3-1D950863AF7F", "Congressman Rogers Brings NASA Administrator to Morehead State Space Science Center", "2023-09-15", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "MOREHEAD \u2013 U.S. Rep. Harold \u201cHal\u201d Rogers (KY-05) and NASA Administrator Bill Nelson visited Morehead State University\u2019s Space Science Center on Friday during the inaugural ASTRA-CON event, celebrating the future of space science. They also served as keynote speakers for MSU\u2019s annual McBrayer Presidential Lecture Series.\n\nCongressman Rogers, who chairs the House Appropriations Subcommittee that funds NASA, invited Administrator Nelson to see MSU\u2019s satellite tracking stations, which are part of NASA\u2019s network. Rogers has requested an earmark for nearly $10 million to advance the current satellite tracking stations for future NASA activities.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m incredibly proud of the accomplishments at Morehead State University, and especially their efforts to help the United States lead the charge back to the Moon,\u201d said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \u201cI\u2019ve had the opportunity to meet some of our nation\u2019s greatest space explorers, including Sally Ride, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. When I see the work that MSU\u2019s space science students are accomplishing, I can\u2019t help but wonder who the next great NASA explorers will be.\u201d\n\nSeveral MSU Space Science graduates have been hired by NASA and Rajant Corporation in Morehead.\n\nFormer U.S. Senator Bill Nelson was sworn in as the 14th NASA Administrator in 2021 after dedicating more than four decades in public service. In 1986, he flew on the 24th flight of the Space Shuttle Columbia, orbiting Earth for six days.\n\n\u201cI am grateful for the leadership of Congressman Rogers that is creating new opportunities in Southern and Eastern Kentucky and helping the United States lead in space,\u201d said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. \u201cNASA\u2019s partnerships throughout the state prove there is no limit to American ingenuity, and nothing is beyond our reach if we do it together. Our collaboration is inspiring the Artemis generation to lead in science, technology, and research that will help take NASA back to the Moon and onward to Mars.\u201d\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers\u2019 work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/9/comer-oversight-committee-has-uncovered-mounting-evidence-tying-joe-biden-to-family-business-schemes", "Comer: Oversight Committee Has Uncovered Mounting Evidence Tying Joe Biden to Family Business Schemes", "2023-09-14", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON\u2014House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today provided an update on how the Oversight Committee is working to follow the facts and hold President Biden accountable at a House Republican Conference Leadership press conference. Chairman Comer laid out how, through its investigations, the Oversight Committee has revealed President Biden was involved in his family\u2019s influence peddling schemes despite lying to the American people.\n\nPresident Biden lied at least 16 times to the American people about his knowledge and participation in his family\u2019s influence peddling schemes.\n\n\u201cI want to go back to where we were in January when we started this investigation. This was the narrative: the President\u2019s son\u2019s laptop was Russian disinformation; Hunter Biden was a legitimate business guy, just like Jared Kushner; No Biden ever took money from China -- that\u2019s what Joe Biden said; No money ever changed hands while Joe Biden was Vice President; Joe knew nothing about his son\u2019s dealings; And Joe never met with or spoke with any of the foreign nationals who had wired the family money.\n\n\u201cAll of those things have been proven wrong because of the Republican majority and our investigation.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE:\n\nEvidence of Joe Biden\u2019s Involvement in His Family\u2019s Influence Peddling Schemes\n\nJoe Biden Lied At Least 16 Times About His Family\u2019s Business Schemes\n\nThe Biden family set up over 20 shell companies and made a concerted effort to hide payments from foreign adversaries.\n\n\u201cWhat exactly do these companies do? What good or service do these companies provide? The answer is nothing. They are not legitimate companies.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE: Key Whistleblowers to Testify on the Biden Family\u2019s Influence Peddling Schemes\n\nAfter viewing financial records at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Committee identified nine family members who have benefited from the Biden family\u2019s business.\n\n\u201cWe found 170 major bank violations. These were from six major banks, and they alleged that the Bidens were, among other things, money laundering, and receiving suspicious wires from state-owned entities. [\u2026] The bank is alleging that the Bidens took a suspicious wire from the Chinese government, and then laundered it through these shell companies. Many laws were broken there.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe also learned nine Biden family members have received money from foreign entities, including the President\u2019s granddaughter, who received a wire that had been laundered to the shell companies from Romania days after the President left Romania when he was Vice President. That\u2019s hard to explain.\n\n\u201cThe Bidens received over 20 million dollars. My question to you: What did they do to receive that money? No one can answer that question.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE: Comer: Treasury Department Caves, Provides Access to Biden Family & Their Associates\u2019 SARs\n\nThe Committee gained access to an FD-1023 form alleging then-Vice President Biden and Hunter Biden received $5 million as part of a bribery scheme. The form was not shared with tax investigators.\n\n\u201cWe also found an FD-1023 \u2013 an FBI form alleging Joe Biden took a bribe. What we learned from this is the FBI never investigated this allegation.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE: Comer\u2019s Fox News Op-ed: Did Joe Biden sell out America? 4 things to know about Democrats\u2019 claims\n\n\u201cWe also discovered that Joe Biden has used at least three pseudonyms on over five thousand emails.\u201d\n\n[\u2026]\n\n\u201cWe also have testimony from Devon Archer saying that at that same time period Joe Biden went to Ukraine to fire the prosecutor, Hunter was being squeezed by the owners of Burisma to call DC for help.\n\n\u201cThis is all in a timeline here. This is why Speaker McCarthy launched the impeachment inquiry.\u201d\n\nREAD MORE: Comer Releases Devon Archer\u2019s Transcribed Interview Transcript\n\nCLICK HERE to watch the full stakeout.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=8CCFAEAD-D518-4721-93AE-EDCAC09DA6E9", "Barr Announces Over $110,000 FEMA Grant to Flemingsburg Volunteer Fire Department", "2023-09-13", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) announced a $111,428.57 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to the Flemingsburg Volunteer Fire Department (FVFD). The grant will be instrumental in replacing 13 outdated Self-Contained Breathing Apparatuses (SCBAs), ensuring that each firefighter is equipped with a personal mask, bolstering their safety while in the line of duty.\n\n\"The FVFD plays a vital role in protecting their community, and by replacing 13 outdated SCBAs, we're not just providing equipment; we're investing in the safety of our firefighters and the well-being of our constituents\u201d, said Congressman Barr. \u201cI am proud to have supported FVFD\u2019s grant application and will continue to advocate for the tools and resources that ensure our first responders are well-equipped to face any emergency.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/9/comer-left-wing-activists-are-funneling-millions-into-america-s-legal-system-to-cement-radical-agenda", "Comer: Left-Wing Activists are Funneling Millions into America\u2019s Legal System to Cement Radical Agenda", "2023-09-13", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON \u2013 Today, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) delivered opening remarks at a full committee hearing titled \u201cUnsuitable Litigation: Oversight of Third-Party Litigation Funding.\u201d In his opening statement, Chairman Comer emphasized that many lawsuits are being funded by left-wing activists aiming to hijack America\u2019s legal system to influence policy decisions and determine outcomes. He highlighted how these progressive funded lawsuits are currently impacting the mining of critical minerals, development of new medications, energy production, and U.S. national security. He stressed that this detrimental form of political activism is not only implementing a radical agenda, but taxpayers are also being forced to cover attorney\u2019s fees, settlement payouts, and economic impacts to the affected American industries. Chairman Comer concluded that activist groups shouldn\u2019t be legislating via litigation and will work to identify ways Congress can address third-party litigation funding to ensure fairness in our legal system.\n\nBelow are Chairman Comer\u2019s remarks as prepared for delivery.\n\nToday we examine a growing concern in our nation\u2019s legal system.\n\nMillions of lawsuits are filed each year.\n\nThese suits range from simple disputes between neighbors to complex multi-district litigation spanning the entire country.\n\nMany of these lawsuits have significant merit requiring serious analysis by courts, but some are frivolous as well.\n\nWith the millions of cases being brought each year, our courts have become overburdened, creating delays, and making it difficult and expensive for many litigants to prosecute their cases.\n\nThe complexity and expense of some of these cases makes litigation funding important.\n\nIn fact, for some, litigation funding necessary to enable them to pursue justice through the legal system.\n\nBut there are some concerning trends in how litigation is funded.\n\nThe spread of untraceable and undisclosed funding of lawsuits across the country raising significant ethical and legal questions.\n\nFor example, many lawsuits are funded by progressive activists or private equity seeking to hijack America\u2019s legal system to implement their policy desires or make a quick buck.\n\nLawsuits that impact the mining of critical minerals, development of new medications, energy production, and our national security.\n\nThese lawsuits raise concerns about attorneys\u2019 ethical duties, whether the proper parties are at the negotiating table, and whether litigants are being hurt by limitations on the funding they receive.\n\nThey raise concerns about whether attorneys are acting in the best interests of their clients or those they receive funding from.\n\nThey raise concerns about whether the funders should be included at the negotiating table during settlement talks.\n\nThey raise concerns that some litigation financers are not acting in the best interests of the litigants.\n\nWe know that activist groups use this funding to push policies that they could not enact through the legislative process.\n\nSome left-wing groups funnels millions to law firms to sue companies across the country on questionable legal grounds.\n\nThey are trying to use the courts to put these companies out of business or limit their ability to bring new products to market.\n\nThese activist groups will find plaintiffs and pour millions into claims against energy, mining, and manufacturing companies to the detriment of consumers, innovation, national security, the workforce, and even to plaintiffs themselves.\n\nAll in the name of political activism.\n\nThese groups know that their tactics and goals are too extreme for the American people to support.\n\nSo rather than use the electoral process, they are implementing their agenda through litigation against both the public and private sectors.\n\nOther groups are entering into funding agreements with plaintiffs\u2019 attorneys, where they pay to support litigation in exchange for a significant portion of the money awarded should the plaintiffs win.\n\nIn some cases, these outside groups can effectively override a settlement agreement if they don\u2019t like the payoff amount.\n\nIn fact, a recent study by the Institute for Legal Reform found that for every dollar paid in damages through tort litigation, a meager 53 cents actually found its way into the rightful pockets of the claimants.\n\nWhen American companies are under threat of frivolous litigation, those companies must set aside hundreds of millions of dollars to fight against claims from these groups.\n\nAnd the American people are then affected when companies are forced to offset the cost of litigation by raising prices.\n\nThe mass torts litigation sector raked in an astonishing $443 billion in 2020 alone, the equivalent of 2.1 percent of the entire GDP of the United States.\n\nToday, we\u2019re going to hear from American industry to see how unnecessary litigation can freeze essential sectors of the economy and hurt consumers.\n\nWe will also hear how activist groups use \u201csue-and-settle\u201d tactics to encourage government agencies to regulate well beyond the laws Congress passed for them to administer.\n\nThese suits cost taxpayers\u2019 unknown sums in attorney\u2019s fees, settlement payouts, and economic impacts to the affected industries.\n\nLet me be clear, agencies should not be conducting rulemaking via litigation.\n\nAnd activist groups certainly shouldn\u2019t be legislating via litigation.\n\nToday is a first step to identifying how pervasive third-party litigation funding is and how deep the abuses go.\n\nI look forward to hearing the testimony of our witnesses and to discussing how we can ensure fairness in our legal system.\n\nWith that, I now yield to the Ranking Member Mr. Raskin.\n\nWatch the full video here: https://x.com/GOPoversight/status/1701973756510351531?s=20\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=F3002181-558B-4307-A535-1C71D4775A76", "Congressional Taiwan Caucus Co-Chairs' Statement Supporting Taiwan's Participation in International Organizations", "2023-09-12", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY), Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA), Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), and Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, released the following statement:\n\n\"As co-chairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus noting the start of the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), we express Congress\u2019 steadfast support for Taiwan\u2019s meaningful participation in international organizations and strongly reject prior actions by the United Nations, most notably the adoption of UNGA Resolution 2758, would prohibit Taiwan from such meaningful participation on the world stage.\n\nThe United States Congress unequivocally supports Taiwan. This July, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 1176, the Taiwan International Solidarity Act, which made clear that UNGA Resolution 2758 \u201cdid not address the issue of representation of Taiwan and its people in the United Nations or any related organizations.\u201d In fact, over the last decade, Congress has overwhelmingly adopted numerous bills and resolutions which explicitly call for Taiwan\u2019s meaningful international participation and inclusion in international efforts with regional or global implications. Over the past decades, Taiwan has proven to be a responsible and reliable partner in supporting global health, expanding regional prosperity, and promoting international security.\n\nAs the People\u2019s Liberation Army (PLA) continues to encroach upon neighbors, including Taiwan, the United States must once again demonstrate resolute support for this strategic partner. Administrations of both political parties in the U.S. have sought to advance Taiwan\u2019s meaningful participation in international organizations. Despite these efforts, Taiwan continues to be denied access to most international organizations. For these reasons, we urge the Biden Administration to continue robust advocacy for Taiwan while using all diplomatic and other appropriate means to encourage more countries to join the effort.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-announces-mobile-office-hours-across-louisville", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces Mobile Office Hours Across Louisville and Jefferson County", "2023-09-11", "2023", "2023-09", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LOUISVILLE, KY (September 11, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced upcoming mobile office hours at locations across Louisville and Jefferson County. At each location, Rep. McGarvey\u2019s team will be available to assist anyone who has questions regarding Social Security benefits, Medicare, immigration, veterans benefits, passports, IRS, and other federal programs.\n\n\u201cIn an ongoing effort to help Louisvillians get connected to a wide range of resources available to them, my team hosts mobile office hours throughout our community,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cIt\u2019s so important to meet people where they are and ensure community members know what resources we can provide \u2014 whether it\u2019s renewing your passport before a trip or receiving VA benefits, my office is here to assist you. These mobile office hours will make it easier for people to get the services they need.\u201d\n\nUpcoming dates and locations for Congressman McGarvey\u2019s mobile office hours are listed below:\n\nWednesday, September 13 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Fairdale Public Library, 10620 W Manslick Rd., Louisville, KY\n\nWednesday, September 27 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Highlands-Shelby Park Library, 1250 Bardstown Rd., Suite 4, Louisville, KY\n\nWednesday, October 11 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Jeffersontown Public Library, 10635 Watterson Trl., Louisville, KY\n\nWednesday, October 25 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Shawnee Public Library, 3912 W Broadway, Louisville, KY\n\nWednesday, November 8 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Southwest Regional Library, 9725 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=93680BB4-FED7-4CA3-A874-3A76D91168CB", "Barr, Meeks Introduce Technology Exports to India Act to Bolster US-India Ties", "2023-09-08", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Representatives Andy Barr (R-KY), Vice Chair of the House India Caucus and Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement upon introducing the \u201cTechnology Exports to India Act\u201d to facilitate the sale of high-performance computers and related equipment to India and strengthen United States-India technology cooperation:\n\n\u201cAs President Biden visits India for the G-20 Summit, we are happy to introduce the \u2018Technology Exports to India Act\u2019 to bolster technology cooperation between the United States and India. This bill removes restrictions on the sale of U.S. products, such as digital computers and electronic assemblies, to India without a Department of Commerce license, thereby enhancing U.S.-India technology trade, linkages between our technology companies, and supply chain resilience for a critical industry. In light of the further strengthening of our strategic partnership with India, this legislative change reduces regulatory barriers to technology cooperation.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=E33528C8-8D55-48B7-90C6-F87FB46817F6", "Barr Releases Statement on U.S. District Court UDAAP Ruling", "2023-09-08", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, Representative Andy Barr (R-KY) released the following statement after the U.S District Court for the Eastern District of Texas ruled that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau\u2019s (CFPB) Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP) manual changes are unconstitutional.\n\n\"I am pleased with the District Court's ruling, which underscores the importance of regulatory agencies acting within the bounds of their statutory and constitutional authority. The CFPB's unilateral decision to alter the UDAAP examination manual without due process and proper industry engagement was not only in contrast to the intent of Congress but also threatened the stability of our financial system and the products and services that countless Americans depend.\n\nThe Dodd-Frank Act was clear about the parameters of the CFPB's authority, and today's decision reaffirms that the agency cannot arbitrarily expand its powers. It is paramount that our regulatory bodies act with transparency, accountability, and respect for the rule of law. I encourage the CFPB to engage in constructive dialogue with stakeholders and follow the appropriate rulemaking procedures in the future. It is essential for both the stability of our financial system and for ensuring that Americans have access to a wide array of reliable and transparent financial products and services.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=5CF7A600-3CEE-4201-99BE-173D42B3E626", "Barr, McConnell Comment on Blue Grass Army Depot", "2023-09-07", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY-06) and U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) commented today on the United States Army\u2019s report on the feasibility of reusing the Blue Grass Chemical Agent-Destruction Pilot Plant and the Blue Grass Army Depot infrastructure in Richmond, Kentucky.\n\nCongressman Barr and Senator McConnell worked together to authorize this feasibility study in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2022. Congressman Barr introduced the provision in the U.S. House of Representatives, and Senator McConnell shepherded this legislation to passage in the U.S. Senate.\n\nThis comprehensive study identifies opportunities to enhance the Depot\u2019s role as a defense logistics node and identifies new missions for its infrastructure once the chemical munitions destruction mission concludes. The Army\u2019s report evaluates 14 opportunities for growth of the mission at Blue Grass Army Depot and identifies multiple promising options, including new defense manufacturing facilities to provide independence from foreign suppliers and munitions components critical to national security.\n\n\u201cEnsuring the longevity and adaptability of the Blue Grass Army Depot has been a top priority for me in Congress. This feasibility study underscores the Depot\u2019s potential to not only bolster our national defense but also drive economic growth in the heart of the Commonwealth. Our collaboration can transform this historic site into a linchpin of innovation, job creation, and American resilience. I remain committed to partnering with Senator McConnell, the U.S. Army, and the people of Madison County to realize this vision,\u201d said Congressman Barr.\n\n\u201cI\u2019ve spent the last four decades securing federal funding for the chemical weapons destruction mission at Blue Grass Army Depot. Now, with the end of that project within reach, we must explore the Depot\u2019s promising future and the expansion of its world-class facilities. The Army\u2019s feasibility study takes us closer to shaping that future mission and unlocking new economic opportunities for Central Kentucky,\u201d said Senator McConnell. \u201cI look forward to further working with the Army, Congressman Barr, and the local community to ensure the continued importance of the Blue Grass Army Depot to our national security.\u201d\n\n\u201cI want to thank Senator McConnell and Congressman Barr for their longtime support of Madison County throughout the chemical weapons demolition mission and now, as we look to the future,\u201d said Madison County Judge/Executive Reagan Taylor. \u201cBlue Grass Army Depot continues to be a pillar of our local economy and our community, and I\u2019m pleased to see the Army take strides to preserve their investment in this region.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=C9C010B0-BE8B-486D-9226-0D43998558E7", "Rogers, Guthrie & McConnell Announce the First Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers Grant In Kentucky", "2023-08-30", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman Hal Rogers (KY-05), Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), and U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced the first Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers (CORC) grant awarded to the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The $850,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services was awarded to Mountain Comprehensive Care Center in Prestonsburg, providing wrap around substance-use disorder treatment and recovery support services to those most affected by opioid use disorder.\n\n\u201cThis is a life-saving grant program that is needed now, more than ever before. Last year, more than 100,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, so every investment that we make into recovery programs, workforce training, counseling and other resources could mean the difference between life and death for someone,\u201d said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \u201cIt is an honor to work alongside Congressman Guthrie and Senator McConnell on Capitol Hill to support this program. I\u2019m thankful that the Commonwealth\u2019s first award will continue Mountain Comprehensive Care Center\u2019s work in Eastern Kentucky.\u201d\n\n\"Mountain Comprehensive Care Center is proud to be the first grantee for the Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Center program in the Commonwealth. This grant will allow us to provide treatment for Substance Use Disorder to persons whose insurance coverage is not sufficient for the treatment required,\" said Promod Bishnoi, CEO of MCCC. \"These funds will create meaningful impact in the community through expanded availability of treatment. We thank Congressman Rogers for his continued dedication to the issue of opioid recovery in eastern Kentucky.\"\n\nThe Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers Act was passed as part of the 2018 Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act and was signed into law by President Trump with overwhelming bi-partisan support. Congressman Guthrie recently re-introduced the Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers Reauthorization Act of 2023 which would extend the grant program through 2028.\n\n\u201cThis is welcomed news that Kentucky received its first Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers grant. I was proud to lead legislation establishing the Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Center program five years ago. These centers provide targeted resources to communities most impacted by the overdose crisis, including workforce training, medication assisted treatment services, recovery housing, and peer to peer counseling. The lifesaving services this program provides further shows the importance of reauthorizing the Support for Patients and Communities Act, which I am leading, and includes the reauthorization of the CORCs program,\u201d said Congressman Guthrie.\n\nThe bill established a grant program for treatment facilities to offer all FDA-approved treatments for opioid use disorder, as well as to provide residential rehabilitation, recovery housing, and community-based and peer recovery support services.\n\n\u201cKentucky tragically remains one of the states hardest hit by the opioid epidemic. The good news is care centers across the Commonwealth are constantly stepping up and finding new ways to combat this crisis. I\u2019m happy to see Kentucky receive its first Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Center grant, which funds crucial services to communities devastated by the opioid epidemic,\u201d said Senate Republican Leader McConnell. \u201cAs Senate Republican Leader and a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I was proud to leverage my leadership position to secure funding for this important program established in Congressman Guthrie\u2019s legislation. Substance abuse treatment offers a lifeline to countless Kentuckians, and I\u2019ll continue working with Congressmen Guthrie and Rogers to mobilize the federal government to deliver for Kentucky\u2019s fight against addiction.\u201d\n\nThe SUPPORT Act also includes the STAR Loan Repayment Program, led by Congressman Rogers, to repay student loans up to $250,000 for participants who agree to serve as a full-time substance use disorder treatment provider in underserved areas.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers' work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-asks-us-department-education-provide-resources", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Asks U.S. Department Of Education to Provide Resources to Address Bus Driver Shortages", "2023-08-24", "2023", "2023-08", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LOUISVILLE, KY (August 22, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) sent a letter asking the U.S. Department of Education to provide any available grants, funding, or other resources to address bus driver shortages following the bus delays that impacted JCPS earlier this month.\n\n\u201cEvery parent deserves to send their kids to school with peace of mind that they\u2019re being taken care of and will come home safely,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cThe extreme bus delays at the start of this school year meant many young students, including our own, didn\u2019t get home from school until late in the evening \u2014 and some kids didn\u2019t get picked up at all. This isn\u2019t normally a federal issue, but I\u2019m asking the Department of Education to provide our community with additional resources to help alleviate the shortage of bus drivers and provide extra relief for the drivers who are working hard to take our kids to and from school. While Congress doesn\u2019t \u2014 and shouldn\u2019t \u2014 control Jefferson County bus routes, I\u2019m exploring every possible solution to make sure this never happens again.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter is below:\n\nDear Deputy Assistant Secretary Schott:\n\nPublic schools are the core of our communities. As a tenet we all hold dear, public education is the foundation upon which we ensure that each successive generation is equipped to flourish and thrive with dignity. A strong education system forges strong minds which forge a strong country. When our schools succeed, we all succeed.\n\nOne of the pillars of the American education system is the idea that all students, regardless of race, gender, disability, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic, are entitled to a free and comprehensive education that promotes their growth, intellect, and personhood. Part of that mission is transportation to and from school to ensure that all students have ready access to success. As a proud product of Jefferson County Public Schools (\u201cJCPS\u201d) and fierce supporter of public education, I understand how critical it is to uphold this bedrock commitment.\n\nI applaud all those who serve our public schools and help to enlighten the minds of the next generation. It is up to all of us to ensure that those public servants have the tools, resources, and support they need to carry this mission through. As you know, a shortage of bus drivers and fiscal constraints have plagued schools across the country. Jefferson County Public Schools has lost a third of its bus drivers since before the COVID-19 pandemic. This bus driver shortage, in addition to other salient factors, led to a bus fiasco on the first day of school at JCPS with long delays and logistical potholes.\n\nLike many JCPS parents, I sent my son on a bus for his first day at a new school, and he didn\u2019t get home until after dinner. Some kids weren\u2019t picked up at all or didn\u2019t get home until nearly ten o\u2019clock at night, leading to worried parents and hungry kids. Every parent deserves to send their kids to school with peace of mind that they\u2019re being taken care of and will come home safely. Let me be clear: our school bus drivers and our JCPS faculty and staff went above and beyond in ensuring that these kids got home safely despite the challenges that arose. Nevertheless, we cannot allow this to happen again.\n\nAs the dust settles and students begin to return to the classroom, I will continue to monitor ways we can best uplift and support our school system. In the meantime, I will continue to support efforts on Capitol Hill to ensure that our schools receive the robust federal supports they deserve and the resources they need. The bus driver shortage not only afflicts JCPS, but also school districts across the country.\n\nThus, I write to ask that the Department of Education identify and provide Jefferson County Public Schools with any existing grants, tools, or other resources the district can use to address the school bus driver shortage. As this shortage affects districts all over the country, I also write to ask what actions the Department is taking to address the shortage and support affected state and local education agencies.\n\nI look forward to your timely response along with the other parents of JCPS. I appreciate all that you and your office do to uphold the dignity and development of our youth. Their success is our success.\n\nSincerely,\n\nMorgan McGarvey\n\nMember of Congress\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-jcps-bus-delays", "Rep. Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on JCPS Bus Delays", "2023-08-24", "2023", "2023-08", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LOUISVILLE, KY (August 10, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement on JCPS bus delays:\n\n\u201cYesterday, like many JCPS parents, I sent my son on a bus for his first day at a new school, and he didn\u2019t get home until after dinner,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cSome kids weren\u2019t picked up at all or didn\u2019t get home until nearly ten o\u2019clock at night. This morning, parents and families woke up scrambling again \u2014 it\u2019s frustrating, scary, and unacceptable. Every parent deserves to send their kids to school with peace of mind that they\u2019re being taken care of and will come home safely. Right now, JCPS families deserve to see accountability and concrete steps to make sure this never happens again.\n\n\u201cWe also can\u2019t simply pile on or give up altogether. Strong public school systems are crucial to the success of our students, working families, and our community as a whole. We all want to see our kids, teachers, bus drivers, and schools succeed as we start a new school year. My office is here to help wherever we can, and I\u2019ll continue working at the federal level to give schools the tools they need to support our kids, teachers, and staff.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=DEDE0ABF-535F-4D35-84C8-4DE18D56196C", "Barr Introduces Bill to Strengthen Oversight on U.S.-China Science and Technology Agreement", "2023-08-23", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 This week, U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) introduced the \"Science and Technology Agreement Enhanced Congressional Notification Act of 2023\". The legislation seeks to establish a new era of rigorous transparency and accountability in United States and People\u2019s Republic of China relations by enforcing congressional supervision on any scientific and technological partnership agreements between the two nations. If passed, the Secretary of State would be required to provide comprehensive details to Congress about any new agreement and wait for at least 30 days post-submission before proceeding. Notably, this new provision encompasses thorough risk assessments, human rights considerations, and consistent monitoring mechanisms.\n\n\"America's collaborations, especially with nations like the PRC, should prioritize our national security, human rights, and technological leadership,\" said Congressman Andy Barr. \"This legislation ensures that Congress has a significant say in any science and technology agreements with the Chinese Communist Party. It's about safeguarding American innovation and assessing risks diligently. With this bill, we aim to establish a clear framework for transparent and responsible international collaborations which will safeguard American interests, values, and global leadership.\"\n\n\u201cFor years, thanks to its strategy of military-civil fusion, the Chinese Communist Party has abused the openness of the American scientific community to steal American research and coopt it for its own malign purposes, including to surveil the Chinese public and strengthen its military-industrial complex. Amid rumors that the Biden admin will try to quietly extend the Science and Technology Agreement between the US and China, this bill would require any administration to notify Congress if it plans to further jeopardize our research and intellectual property by entering, renewing, or extending this deal.\u201d -Chairman Mike Gallagher (WI-08)\n\n\u201cUnder no circumstances should we enable the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s exploitation of diplomatic agreements to advance their malign agenda to undermine the United States,\u201d said Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01). \u201cI\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in introducing this critical piece of legislation to alert Congress of any future potential science and technology agreements with the People\u2019s Republic of China that could threaten U.S. sovereignty and security \u2013 we must stand united in countering the CCP\u2019s insidious military objectives and global ambitions.\u201d\n\nBilateral collaborations are vital for scientific progress, but not at the cost of our national security and intellectual property. I have strong concerns with the U.S. government entering into any technology sharing compacts with the CCP. It is critical to establish a framework for transparent and responsible collaborations that prioritize American interests and values and promote U.S. competitiveness with the CCP. -Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02)\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=C4F3413A-4AC8-45EA-ABD1-BC67D1FDFF17", "Congressman Rogers Applauds Dock Expansion Proposal on Lake Cumberland", "2023-08-16", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "SOMERSET, KY -- U.S. Rep. Harold \"Hal\" Rogers (KY-05) applauds the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' (USACE) new proposed Wolf Creek Dam and Lake Cumberland Shoreline Management Plan to expand existing private and community dock facilities. Congressman Rogers welcomed Lt. Col. Robert Green, Commander of the USACE Nashville District, to Somerset on Wednesday to discuss the details of the updated management plan.\n\n\"Lake Cumberland had a record number of lake enthusiasts and tourists last year, generating more money for our region than ever before. With more demand for water access, requests for dock expansions have also grown at Woodson Bend and other popular parts of the lake,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"This proposed updated plan will make Lake Cumberland more accessible and more enjoyable for local families and visitors as our tourism economy continues to grow. I was happy to support local requests for expansion.\"\n\nTourism generated nearly $145 million for Pulaski County in 2022, according to Lake Cumberland Tourism, a new record for local tourism spending. Statewide, the tourism industry also reached a record high of nearly $13 billion last year, according to the Kentucky Department of Tourism.\n\nThe public comment period will end on August 18, and the proposed plan will then move on for final review.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=07BC77D8-DD2A-49D9-8842-4B97124488F7", "Barr Hosts Financial Crimes Enforcement Networking Event", "2023-08-14", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Lexington, KY \u2014 Last week, Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) hosted U.S. Department of Treasury Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian Nelson, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) Acting Director Him Das, local financial institutions, small business representatives, state regulators, and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies for a discussion on financial security issues facing the financial services industry and FinCEN\u2019s Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting rule.\n\nThis event enabled the U.S. Treasury Department, FinCEN, and participating stakeholders to discuss how public and private sector tools can be leveraged to protect individuals, businesses, consumers, and clients from financial crimes. Participants highlighted important concerns regarding the Corporate Transparency Act and how the newly updated BOI reporting requirements will specifically impact Kentucky\u2019s financial institutions and small businesses.\n\n\"I would like to thank Undersecretary Nelson, Acting Director Das, and stakeholders in Kentucky for participating in this important event,\" said Congressman Barr. \"Financial intelligence is the backbone of the safety of our financial system, protecting institutions from and granting law enforcement agencies the tools needed to catch malicious actors who work against our national security interests. This event will kickstart open dialogue between institutions, businesses, and law enforcement in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and federal financial intelligence agencies.\"\n\n\u201cI am thankful to Congressman Barr for bringing this important event together with stakeholders from the private sector and local law enforcement,\u201d said Under Secretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Brian E. Nelson. \u201cOur partnership is vital to protect the people of Kentucky and across the United States by countering financial crimes such as the trafficking of fentanyl, and to minimize burdens on small businesses with the forthcoming beneficial ownership registry, which will be an important tool in keeping American businesses from being abused by illicit actors.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=EE4AAF7F-0705-42DB-9FD9-5E48F9DC4F9B", "Congressman Rogers Announces $1 Million for Water Service to New Housing Development for Flood Survivors", "2023-08-07", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "JACKSON, KY \u2013 U.S. Rep. Harold \u201cHal\u201d Rogers (KY-05) announced $1 million from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 531 Southern and Eastern Kentucky Program have been awarded to the City of Jackson to extend water and wastewater service to the northern part of the city where new homes will soon be built for flood survivors.\n\n\u201cThis is another important step in our long-term recovery efforts in Eastern Kentucky. We are rebuilding better, stronger and safer communities, and this funding will go a long way to provide a safe haven for 14 new homes,\u201d said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \u201cI am proud to join Jackson Mayor Laura Thomas and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in support of this worthy project to help more of our flood survivors move forward.\u201d\n\nThe project will replace an aging 10,000-gallon water tank with a 300,000-gallon water storage tank, along with new water lines and pump stations to provide clean, reliable water service to individuals and families impacted by the July 2022 flooding disaster. The City of Jackson has committed a local match of $250,000 for the project as well.\n\n\u201cThe city of Jackson is grateful for these federal dollars that will support infrastructure improvements in the north Jackson area and provide water and wastewater services for 14 new homes being built for flood survivors by Samaritan\u2019s Purse,\" said Laura Thomas, Mayor of Jackson. \"This project is truly a blessing for our community\u201d.\n\nCongressman Rogers established the Southern and Eastern Kentucky Section 531 Program in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 1996, setting aside funding exclusively for improvements to publicly owned wastewater treatment and clean water systems in Southern and Eastern Kentucky through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Including this announcement, $44.5 million have been invested through this program to improve water and wastewater systems across Kentucky's Appalachian region.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarveys-statement-anniversary-kentucky-abortion-ban", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey\u2019s Statement on Anniversary of Kentucky Abortion Ban", "2023-08-04", "2023", "2023-08", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 1, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement to mark the one year anniversary of Kentucky\u2019s abortion ban:\n\n\u201cOne year ago today, Kentucky\u2019s abortion ban went into effect, placing Kentucky women at risk,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cKentuckians have not had access to a safe and legal abortion for one year \u2014 you have to be close to death for doctors to consider an abortion. It\u2019s abhorrent. And banning abortions isn\u2019t the end, it\u2019s just the beginning; extremist politicians have made it clear that more legislative attacks against women\u2019s bodies are on the horizon. This is a dark day for Kentucky, but I believe there\u2019s a light at the end of the tunnel. I\u2019ll continue fighting for every woman\u2019s right to have a safe and legal abortion, to receive quality reproductive health care, and for every single woman to make her own choices with her doctor and no one else. As long as extremist politicians are trying to limit what women can and can\u2019t do with their own bodies, we\u2019ll keep fighting and pushing forward. Abortion is health care.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/8/icymi-comer-on-hannity-archer-confirms-joe-biden-lied-when-he-denied-knowledge-of-hunter-biden-business-dealings", "ICYMI Comer on Hannity: Archer Confirms Joe Biden Lied When He Denied Knowledge of Hunter Biden Business Dealings", "2023-08-01", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON\u2014House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) joined \u201cHannity\u201d on Fox News last night with House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) after Devon Archer provided testimony to the Oversight Committee which revealed that President Biden was dishonest with the American people about his knowledge of his son Hunter Biden\u2019s business dealings and his involvement.\n\n\u201cThe evidence continues to mount and today we saw Joe Biden has lied to the American people. He knew exactly who his son was getting those millions and millions of dollars of wires from, he spoke to them, and he spoke to them often,\u201d Chairman Comer said during the interview.\n\nDevon Archer\u2019s testimony confirms that Joe Biden lied to the American people when he said he had no knowledge about his son\u2019s business dealings.\n\n\u201cEvery day this bribery scandal becomes more credible. I mean look at what Devon Archer testified today. [Archer] said that Joe Biden was on the phone over 20 times with people, talking about whatever, even though the president denied that he never spoke to any of these people.\n\n\u201cHe also said that Hunter Biden was under immense pressure while they both served on the Burisma board to call Washington, D.C. immediately and try to get Shokin fired. That's the Ukrainian prosecutor. Not many days later, Joe Biden traveled to Ukraine, and we've all seen the video where Joe Biden brags about withholding foreign aid to Ukraine in exchange for the Ukrainian president firing the prosecutor who was investigating his son\u2019s corrupt energy company.\u201d\n\nDevon Archer also testified that the value of adding Hunter Biden to Burisma\u2019s board was \u201cthe brand\u201d and confirmed that then-Vice President Joe Biden was \u201cthe brand.\u201d\n\n\u201cWell, Devon Archer testified that they were influence peddling. We\u2019ve wondered what the business was. I suspected it was influence peddling. But we heard today from someone on the inside, it was influence peddling. They sold Joe Biden. That's what the business was. Joe Biden himself talked to every single person that has wired money to the Bidens.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-fights-survivors-louisville-shootings-receive-tax", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Fights for Survivors of Louisville Shootings to Receive Tax-Exempt Donations", "2023-07-28", "2023", "2023-07", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 28, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) sent a letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requesting that donations received by the survivors, victims, and families of the Old National Bank and Chickasaw Park shootings are tax-exempt in accordance with IRS policy.\n\n\u201cOur community is still grieving after experiencing two mass shootings in one week,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cI\u2019m grateful to the National Compassion Fund for creating the Love for Louisville Old National Bank Survivors Fund and Chickasaw Park Survivors Fund to ensure one hundred percent of donations go directly to survivors, victims, and loved ones in need of support. Anyone impacted by these tragedies should receive these funds as a tax-exempt gift. We can never bring our loved ones back, but we can lend a helping hand as our community continues to heal.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter is below:\n\nIn April 2023, Louisville, Kentucky, endured two mass shootings \u2013 the first at the Louisville Old National Bank and the second, only a matter of days later, in our city\u2019s Chickasaw Park. Seven people were killed in these tragedies, including a 17 year old boy. A number of other people suffered injuries in these attacks, but the people of Louisville have come together in support of the survivors, victims, and their families. While the road to recovery is long and the people of Louisville still grieve, the support from the community has been a source of comfort to us all.\n\nIn response to this tragedy, the National Compassion Fund has established two funds for the victims, the Love for Louisville Old National Bank Survivors Fund and Love for Louisville Chickasaw Park Survivors Fund. Additional support comes from the Community Foundation of Louisville, who is working with the National Compassion Fund to ensure that one hundred percent of donated funds go directly to the victims. These funds serve to support survivors and their loved ones whose lives have been disrupted by these tragedies.\n\nThe funds will be provided as a gift to the recipients and, therefore, we request that they be treated as tax-exempt in accordance with IRS policy. To ensure that the National Compassion Fund does not violate any IRS policy in distributing these gifts, we would appreciate your written confirmation indicating that they are aligned with IRS tax policies regarding gifts.\n\nOn behalf of the victims and the people of Louisville, I thank you for your prompt response and guidance.\n\nThank you,\n\nMorgan McGarvey\n\nMember of Congress\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=8E586538-0BE1-454D-A20C-7254822C6135", "Rep. Barr Releases Statement on Fed\u2019s Basel Proposal", "2023-07-27", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Barr released the following statement regarding the Federal banking regulators\u2019 release of the Basel III Endgame proposal.\n\nToday, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and Federal Reserve (Fed) released a partisan proposal to further regulate the U.S. banking system under the guise of protecting safety and soundness to align with global governance schemes engineered by a committee headquartered in Switzerland.\n\nThe so-called Basel III Endgame proposal released today will increase capital requirements for bank holding companies up to 16 percent. This comes as the Chair of the Fed Board, multiple banking regulators and experts, and U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen have said time and again that the banking system is well capitalized. Increasing capital requirements on top of 22-year high interest rates will compound an already growing credit crunch, which will harm Americans\u2019 access to banking services and products.\n\nFurthermore, the new imposition of increased capital, liquidity, and oversight of mid-size and regional banks will reinforce a barbell banking system, with a small number of Too-Big-To-Fail banks and a scattering number of small banks, and increase consolidation, further threatening the diversity of our system. Additionally, the proposed overhaul will impose disproportionate burdens on U.S. global financial institutions, placing them at a competitive disadvantage relative to their international peer institutions and handicapping the U.S. economy\u2019s global posture.\n\nAs seen by the dissents of FDIC board members Hill and McKernan and Fed Governors Bowman and Waller, a handful of regulators are yet again prioritizing partisan goals over the safety and soundness of the U.S. financial system, risking further economic hardship for American families, workers, and small businesses. The Financial Services Committee and, specifically the Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy Subcommittee, will monitor the evolution of today\u2019s partisan regulatory proposal and the growing politicization of our regulatory system and the capital regime.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=223CB42E-4BE1-44BD-8CE2-4EA8C0C99089", "Congressman Rogers\u2019 Request for Nearly $86 Million for Community Projects in Southern and Eastern Kentucky Gains Momentum", "2023-07-27", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 U.S. Rep. Harold \u201cHal\u201d Rogers has requested $85.85 million in Community Project Funding for critical projects in Southern and Eastern Kentucky. The funding will support 15 projects across Kentucky\u2019s Fifth Congressional District, including water and sewer service expansion, transportation improvements, investments in aerospace education and bolstering drug abuse prevention efforts. As we approach the one-year anniversary of the catastrophic flood in East Kentucky on July 28 that took the lives of more than 40 individuals, Congressman Rogers included requests for a flood mitigation study along the Kentucky River and its three forks, as well as construction funds for housing in flooded counties.\n\n\u201cOur region was devastated by a historic flood last July, taking the lives of at least 44 Eastern Kentuckians, and wiping out homes, businesses, schools and major parts of our infrastructure. The flood\u2019s path was unexpected, ravaging communities that have never experienced flooding before. That\u2019s why I have asked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct an in-depth study as we search for ways to prevent a flood of this magnitude in the future,\u201d said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House and a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee. \u201cWhile we try to address the immense list of needs across Kentucky\u2019s Appalachian region, these requests focus on essential needs, like water, sewer, and housing for individuals still in need of a home after the flood.\u201d\n\nCongressman Rogers submitted each request on behalf of local government leaders and eligible non-profit organizations that applied for fiscal year 2024 Community Project Funding.\n\n\u201cThese earmarks provide an opportunity for our rural communities to advocate for their priority projects, as they work to address their most pressing issues. I applaud our local leaders for submitting competitive applications that will make our region a better place to live,\u201d said Congressman Rogers. \u201cThe funding has a long way to go, but we have passed some major hurdles that are worth celebrating.\u201d\n\nTwelve of the 15 requests have been approved by the full House Appropriations Committee, with the remaining three expected to pass as the committee continues its work to finalize federal funding bills.\n\nCongressman Rogers included the following Community Project Funding requests for Kentucky\u2019s Fifth Congressional District:\n\n1. Kentucky River Flood Mitigation Study \u2013 $500,000 will enable the United States Army Corps of Engineers to investigate potential flood mitigation solutions along the Kentucky River and its watershed. East Kentucky experienced disastrous flooding in July 2022, which led to the loss of at least 44 lives, as well as the destruction of thousands of homes and businesses.\n\n2. Somerset Northern Bypass \u2013 $45 million to construct the Somerset Northern Bypass from US27/LN 9008 Louie Nunn Cumberland Parkway Interchange to the KY 461/KY 80 Interchange in Pulaski County. The bypass will provide a vital artery for state and regional economic growth from western to eastern Kentucky. It will help provide a true east-west connector linking I-65 to I-75, facilitating greater economic access.\n\n3. Operation UNITE \u2013 $2 million to enhance and expand prevention and treatment efforts through school-based drug prevention clubs and community anti-drug coalitions.\n\n4. Eastern Kentucky PRIDE Septic System Program \u2013 $1 million to provide grants to install septic systems or connections to sewer lines for qualifying low-income homeowners who currently have a failing septic system or no wastewater treatment method.\n\n5. City of Ashland Wastewater Treatment Plant \u2013 $4 million to provide for the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant in Ashland, Kentucky. This will upgrade and expand existing facilities in compliance with federal code, providing safe and reliable water services to thousands of customers.\n\n6. Morehead Utility Plant Board Water System Improvements \u2013 $3 million to provide critical water system improvements in Morehead, Kentucky. This project would expand water treatment plant capacity, install a new raw water intake to meet demand, and provide system resiliency measures to ensure reliable service.\n\n7. Morehead State University Space Tracking Stations \u2013 $9,953,000 for equipment to improve the Space Tracking Stations at Morehead State University to achieve higher data rates in support of future NASA programs, including the Near Space Network, Artemis, Gateway, and Moon to Mars programs. They will also provide communication, tracking, and navigation services to NASA, while enhancing the aerospace workforce pipeline in East Kentucky.\n\n8. City of Cumberland Water System Improvements \u2013 $1 million to implement critical water system improvements. The project would also provide first-time city water service to some residents in Letcher County who live in the most difficult terrain for water infrastructure construction.\n\n9. Southern Water and Sewer District Water System Improvements \u2013 $3 million to update and replace aging and outdated equipment at the water treatment plant and intake structure, to meet state and federal drinking water regulations. The water treatment plant and distribution system will supply clean and reliable drinking water to the communities of Allen, Eastern, Garrett, Langley, McDowell, Minnie, Wayland and Weeksbury, located in Floyd County.\n\n10. Homes for Flood Victims \u2013 $3 million for the Housing Development Alliance, Inc. to construct new affordable homes for victims of the catastrophic 2022 flooding in East Kentucky. Housing remains the number one need for those impacted by this disaster. The homes will be sold at appraised value and financed for the home buyer through forgivable grants and loans.\n\n11. City of Manchester Raw Water Pump Station \u2013 $1 million for construction of a new raw water pump station in the City of Manchester. Currently, the station is only working at 75% capacity and needs major repairs, which often impacts the community and its schools, hospital, and Manchester FCI. The additional capacity provided by this project will help maintain the needs of existing customers and provide for growth opportunities to their industrial park.\n\n12. Challenger Learning Center of Kentucky \u2013 $650,000 to provide a new, comprehensive STEM education program based in Hazard, Kentucky, in collaboration with community partners and K-12 schools throughout Eastern Kentucky. The program will motivate and inspire young people to learn while exposing them to exciting STEM careers in growing industries, like healthcare, engineering, robotics and aerospace.\n\n13. Martin County Water System Improvements \u2013 $5 million to help repair the aging and dilapidated water system in Martin County. The project includes the installation of nearly 50,000 linear feet of water distribution lines, and replacement of 240 residential meters and services lines. Martin County Water District has a long history of water outages, with the entire water system having a water loss of 72%. This project will help alleviate extended outages and supply residents with clean, reliable drinking water.\n\n14. Wayne County High School Repurpose \u2013 $4 million to rehabilitate the former Wayne County High School building and repurpose it for a community center. The facility would be used for a farmers\u2019 market, as well as afterschool activities for children, a community event venue, and a recreational area that will connect to walking paths at the nearby park.\n\n15. Louisa Water Treatment Plant \u2013 $2,750,000 for replacement of an aging wastewater treatment plant that is reaching its operational capacity. The new plant would be built on property adjacent to the current location, moving it out of the floodplain and into compliance with state regulations.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers\u2019 work on the House Appropriations Committee and his efforts at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-morgan-mcgarvey-leads-colleagues-take-next-steps-open-louisvilles-first", "Rep. Morgan McGarvey Leads Colleagues to Take Next Steps to Open Louisville\u2019s First Passport Agency", "2023-07-27", "2023", "2023-07", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 26, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03), Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09), Congressman Thomas Massie (KY-04) and Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) sent a letter to the Assistant Secretary for Consular Affairs, Rona Bitter, calling for the Bureau of Consular Affairs to consider opening a passport agency in Louisville Kentucky.\n\n\u201cWe write to you today to urge you to consider opening a passport agency in Louisville, Kentucky \u2013 a major hub of national and international travel and a significant regional powerhouse without ready access to a nearby passport processing location,\u201d they wrote. \u201cIndeed, those in the area must travel roughly 5 hours to Chicago or Detroit, 7 hours to Atlanta, or 9 hours to Hot Springs, Arkansas, to get to their closest passport agency. This distance places an undue economic, time, and social burden on those in the area, exacerbating frustration and overall constituent dissatisfaction with the system. Moreover, the lack of a passport agency in this heavily populated area of the country hikes wait times in other passport agencies in a spillover effect that increases backlogs across the board and strains workloads for our public servants.\u201d\n\n\u201cLouisville needs a passport agency,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cThis would make people\u2019s lives easier so they don\u2019t have to travel all the way to Atlanta or Chicago just to get their renewed passports. This year, my office has received nearly 400 passport requests, and we\u2019re expecting even more. Creating a passport agency in my district would not only help my constituents, but everyone in Kentucky, and people in surrounding states, to process their applications in a timely manner.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter is below:\n\nThe American people\u2019s ability to travel is integral to intercultural exchange, economic development, and the reunification of travelers with family and friends who live abroad. Unfortunately, passport application backlogs, geographic barriers, and costs keep too many Americans from sharing equitably in this vision of a mobile and internationally involved populace.\n\nWe write to you today to urge you to consider opening a passport agency in Louisville, Kentucky \u2013 a major hub of national and international travel and a significant regional powerhouse without ready access to a nearby passport processing location. Indeed, those in the area must travel roughly 5 hours to Chicago or Detroit, 7 hours to Atlanta, or 9 hours to Hot Springs, Arkansas, to get to their closest passport agency. This distance places an undue economic, time, and social burden on those in the area, exacerbating frustration and overall constituent dissatisfaction with the system. Moreover, the lack of a passport agency in this heavily populated area of the country hikes wait times in other passport agencies in a spillover effect that increases backlogs across the board and strains workloads for our public servants.\n\nA new passport agency in Louisville, Kentucky, would help reduce these aches by servicing population centers in Nashville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, St. Louis, and other population hubs, not to mention the wide swaths of rural areas within the Ohio River Basin. As an accessible location, Louisville sits at the crossroads of several major interstates, and its airport serves as a major regional hub.\n\nThus, we write to ask:\n\nAre there any current initiatives to explore the opening of a passport agency in Louisville, Kentucky?\n\nIf not, what steps can be taken to explore the idea?\n\nWe appreciate all that you and the Bureau of Consular Affairs undertake to bolster the international travel and exchange of Americans abroad. We respectfully request that the Bureau consider the construction of a passport agency in Louisville, Kentucky, to ensure that all Americans can share in the vision of international cooperation and travel without undue hassle, distance, or delay.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=62EA6619-F938-4C2D-B794-29B7207E49F5", "House Passes Barr\u2019s Legislation to Hold Chinese Opioid Manufacturers Accountable", "2023-07-25", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC \u2014 Today, the United States House of Representatives passed legislation championed by Congressman Andy Barr to hold Chinese opioid manufacturers accountable. The Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act modifies the Fentanyl Sanctions Act by allowing Chinese entities to be sanctioned as foreign opioid traffickers if they are involved in the production, sale, financing, or transportation of synthetic opioids or their precursors but do not take sufficient actions to prevent opioid trafficking. This includes cooperating with U.S. counternarcotics efforts and implementing know-your-customer procedures. This legislation also permits the imposition of sanctions on Chinese officials who have significant regulatory or law enforcement responsibilities over such entities if they fail to take credible steps to combat opioid trafficking.\n\n\"The Chinese Communist Party plays a prominent role in every step of the fentanyl crisis from producing precursor chemicals to transferring expertise to laundering cartel profits who illegally traffic it into the United States\u201d, said Congressman Andy Barr. \"The Biden administration has abandoned control of the southern border and I am proud to lead this effort to defend our national security.\u201d\n\nThe Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act also updates the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to specify the relevant congressional committees for required reporting and consultations, namely the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and Financial Services, and the Senate Committees on Foreign Relations and Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill further demands periodic reviews of sanctions' effectiveness under IEEPA authorities and extends the statute of limitations for prosecuting sanctions violations from five years to ten.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/7/congressman-comer-s-staff-to-hold-community-office-hours-in-franklin-county", "Congressman Comer\u2019s Staff To Hold Community Office Hours in Franklin County", "2023-07-25", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON \u2014 On Wednesday, August 9, 2023, Congressman James Comer\u2019s (R-Ky.) District Director Sandy Simpson and Field Representative Corey Elder, will host office hours on behalf of the Congressman at the Franklin County Fiscal Court in Frankfort, Kentucky. Staff will answer questions and assist residents with federal casework issues.\n\nWednesday August 9th\n\n10:00am \u2013 11:30am ET\n\nFranklin County Fiscal Court\n\nConference Room\n\n321 West Main Street\n\nFrankfort, Kentucky 40601\n\nFor further information or assistance, please visit Congressman Comer\u2019s website.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/7/congressman-comer-s-staff-to-hold-community-office-hours-in-boyle-county", "Congressman Comer\u2019s Staff To Hold Community Office Hours in Boyle County", "2023-07-24", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON \u2014 On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, Congressman James Comer\u2019s (R-Ky.) Field Representative Corey Elder, will host office hours on behalf of the Congressman at the Boyle County Public Library in Danville, Kentucky. At the Library, Elder will answer questions and assist residents with federal casework issues.\n\nTuesday August 8th\n\n11:30am \u2013 1:00pm ET\n\nBoyle County Public Library\n\n307 W. Broadway\n\nDanville, Kentucky 40422\n\nFor further information or assistance, please visit Congressman Comer\u2019s website.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://comer.house.gov/2023/7/congressman-comer-s-staff-to-hold-community-office-hours-in-caldwell-county", "Congressman Comer\u2019s Staff To Hold Community Office Hours in Caldwell County", "2023-07-24", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "James Comer", "C001108", "comer.house.gov", "comer", "https://comer.house.gov/media", "scraper", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nContact:Austin Hacker\n\nWASHINGTON \u2014 On Friday, August 4, 2023, Congressman James Comer\u2019s (R-Ky.) District Director Sandy Simpson, will host office hours on behalf of the Congressman at the Caldwell County Courthouse in Princeton, Kentucky. At the Courthouse, Simpson will answer questions and assist residents with federal casework issues.\n\nFriday August 4th\n\n12:00pm \u2013 1:30pm CST\n\nCaldwell County Courthouse\n\n100 East Market Street\n\nPrinceton, Kentucky 42445\n\nFor further information or assistance, please visit Congressman Comer\u2019s website.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=87483C0F-414A-46ED-A239-1F7DB39C47C4", "Congressman Rogers Requests $45 Million for Northern Bypass in Pulaski County", "2023-07-24", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "SOMERSET, KY -- U.S. Rep Harold \u201cHal\u201d Rogers has requested $45 million in Community Project Funding to begin construction on the highly anticipated northern bypass in Pulaski County. Rogers made the announcement during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new KY 461 and KY 80 interchange project with the Kentucky Department of Transportation and local leaders.\n\n\u201cThe interchange at KY 461 and KY 80 is a stamp of economic success and growth for southern and eastern Kentucky, but we\u2019re far from finished,\u201d said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \u201cWe have another mountain before us to build the northern bypass in Pulaski County, and I was proud to request the federal funding on behalf of the Pulaski County Fiscal Court to begin the next phase of this greater vision, which will connect to the Cumberland Expressway.\u201d\n\nEarlier this month, the House Appropriations Committee passed the $45 million Community Project Funding for the northern bypass, making it one step closer to becoming a reality.\n\n\u201cSouthern Kentucky needs a four-lane highway that runs east to west, attracting new business and tourism dollars through the most beautiful parts of our state,\u201d said Congressman Rogers. \u201cWe are making significant progress towards that goal as we continue strategic planning across the federal, state and local levels.\u201d\n\nState legislators have also included a $1 million study in the 6-year road plan to four-lane the Hal Rogers Parkway from London to Hazard. The study is slated to begin in 2024.\n\nIn 2021, Congressman Rogers also secured an $8 million earmark to help four-lane KY 461 in Rockcastle County from Highway 150 to I-75. Construction on that project is scheduled to begin in 2024.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers\u2019 work in Washington and at home in Southern and Eastern Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-morgan-mcgarvey-and-gregory-meeks-lead-congressional-colleagues-calling", "Reps. Morgan McGarvey and Gregory Meeks Lead Congressional Colleagues in Calling for Creation of Muhammad Ali Postage Stamp", "2023-07-21", "2023", "2023-07", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 21, 2023) \u2013 Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and Congressman Gregory Meeks (NY-05) led their Congressional colleagues in sending a letter to the United States Postal Service\u2019s (USPS) Citizens\u2019 Stamp Advisory Committee calling for the creation of a Muhammad Ali postage stamp. The letter highlights Muhammad Ali\u2019s accomplishments both inside and out of the boxing ring and recognizes his contributions to justice and progress in the United States.\n\n\u201cMuhammad Ali is an inspiration to generations of Louisvillians and Americans,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cI\u2019m proud to honor his legacy and work alongside my colleagues to have his image on a postage stamp. From his accomplishments in the boxing ring to his global humanitarian work, Muhammad Ali\u2019s steadfast commitment to advancing civil and human rights makes him more than deserving of this recognition. It\u2019s high time we get the champ a stamp.\u201d\n\n\u201cMuhammad Ali's life journey was an embodiment of courage, conviction, and determination,\" said Rep. Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05). \u201cA postage stamp honoring his remarkable legacy would immortalize a man who fought not only opponents in the ring but also the injustices of his time. Let us unite in recognizing the unparalleled contributions of Muhammad Ali, a true champion for civil rights, peace, and equality. Through a stamp, we can send his message of inspiration to every corner of the world, ensuring that his spirit continues to ignite hearts and minds for generations to come. In the great words of Mr. Ali himself, \u2018I should be a postage stamp, because that's the only way I'll ever get licked.\u2019\u201d\n\n\u201cDuring his lifetime, my husband was one of the most recognized and beloved individuals on the planet,\u201d said Muhammad\u2019s wife, Lonnie Ali. \u201cAs an athlete, social justice activist, and humanitarian, he touched people on a personal basis, and inspired literally millions to do better, and to be better. Muhammad was always humbled by all the attention, and he would be humbled today to know that so many people and organizations around the country are supportive of having his image appear on a U.S. Postal Service stamp. I am especially appreciative for Congressman McGarvey\u2019s support, as Muhammad was always proud to hail from Louisville, Kentucky.\u201d\n\nThe letter was signed by Reps. Gregory Meeks (NY-05), Andr\u00e9 Carson (IN-07), Troy Carter (LA-02), Yvette Clarke (NY-09), Jim Clyburn (SC-06), Al Green (TX-09), Steven Horsford (NV-04), Glenn Ivey (MD-04), Jonathan Jackson (IL-01), Hank Johnson (GA-04), Robin Kelly (IL-02), Barbara Lee (CA-12), Gwen Moore (WI-04) Eleanor Holmes Norton (DEL-DC), Donald Payne (NJ-10), Bennie Thompson (MS-02), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) Nikema Williams (GA-05), and Frederica Wilson (FL-24). The full text of the letter is below:\n\nWe write today to express our support for the creation of a postage stamp commemorating the extraordinary life and accomplishments of Muhammad Ali. The greatest heavyweight boxer in history and most celebrated sportsman of the 20th century, Ali\u2019s accomplishments in the ring were surpassed only by his role as a champion for civil rights, peace, and equality, and we believe they merit this recognition.\n\nBorn Cassius Clay in Louisville\u2019s Smoketown neighborhood, Ali began boxing at age 12 after his brand new bike was stolen. With lightning quick feet and fists, the Louisville Lip took Olympic gold at the 1960 games in Rome, won the world heavyweight title at the age of 22, and \u2013 after a three year absence from boxing \u2013 took part in the greatest boxing matches of boxing\u2019s greatest age. His accomplishments in the ring are well documented and recognized. Not just the greatest heavyweight of all time, or greatest boxer of all time, Sports Illustrated named him the Sportsman of the Century in 1999, and the same year, the BBC called him the Sports Personality of the Century. He was, and is, The Greatest.\n\nAli\u2019s dominance inside the ring was matched only by his reach outside the ring. When he was drafted to fight in the Vietnam War, Ali asserted a conscientious objection\u2014citing his conversion to Islam and the injustice he observed against Black Americans during the Civil Rights Movement. His protest, which preceded the anti-war sentiment that eventually swept the nation, cost him the prime of his career, which was only revived after the Supreme Court sided with him unanimously three years later. But he never threw in the towel; his fidelity to his beliefs inspired the most influential Black athletes of his time to stand with him and put their careers at risk during the now-iconic Cleveland Summit\u2014cementing the influence of athletes in combatting social injustice.\n\nIn the face of Jim Crow segregation, Ali rose as a beacon of hope for the future. After becoming heavyweight champion, Clay changed his name to Muhammad Ali, meaning beloved of God, to demonstrate his convictions about racial injustice. During his exile from boxing, Ali gave rousing speeches at college campuses across the nation, encouraging them to roll with the punches as they called for an end to the Vietnam War and to white supremacy. He visited Chicago the summer after the West Side uprising of 1966 and started amateur boxing leagues to keep at-risk Black youth out of harm\u2019s way. After Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, Ali spoke to the Poor People\u2019s March on Washington in 1968 during their stop-over in Louisville, encouraging them to persevere on their journey to the nation\u2019s capital in Dr. King\u2019s honor.\n\nIn addition to his civils rights activism, Ali was a staunch advocate for people suffering from degenerative brain diseases. Ali was diagnosed with Parkinson\u2019s Disease in the early 1980s and lived with the disease for almost half his life, but his spirit was never on the ropes. Along with his wife, Lonnie, Muhammed opened the Muhammed Ali Parkinson Center in Phoenix to serve as a hub for people suffering from the disease and advocated for increased Parkinson\u2019s research funding in Congress. His indomitable will and magnetic personality showed the nation and the world how to live a fulfilling life after a Parkinson\u2019s diagnosis. In 2005, Muhammed and Lonnie Ali also co-founded the Muhammed Ali Center in their hometown of Louisville to carry his legacy and continue inspiring people for generations to come.\n\nMuhammed Ali is an icon of Louisville, our country, and the world. His unparalleled contributions to civil rights, sports, and culture cannot be overstated. A man of many notable quips, Ali once aptly stated, \"I should be a postage stamp. That's the only way I'll ever get licked.\" We could not agree more. It\u2019s far past time that we get the Champ a stamp. Thank you for your consideration to our request.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://barr.house.gov/press-releases?ID=7E2857E3-CB99-466B-8CF6-9BFC478C9C38", "Barr Votes for Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act", "2023-07-14", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Andy Barr", "B001282", "barr.house.gov", "barr", "https://barr.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman Andy Barr voted for the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a critical piece of legislation that includes a 5.2% increase in servicemember pay, addresses the needs of military families, and equips our military to counter the growing threats from Communist China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The FY24 NDAA also emphasizes oversight and tackles waste, fraud, and abuse to save taxpayers billions of dollars.\n\nThe FY24 NDAA reflects the commitment of House Republicans to ensure a safe and secure nation. It includes several provisions to counter the aggression of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), safeguard our homeland, support our Pacific allies. Furthermore, it focuses on budget savings, reforms, and demands accountability from the Biden administration.\n\nDeterrence is a key aspect of the FY24 NDAA, as it extends the Pacific Deterrence Initiative to enhance the U.S. defense posture in the Indo-Pacific region. The initiative is funded at $9.7 billion, an increase of $600 million over Biden's budget request. Additionally, the FY24 NDAA rejects the Biden administration\u2019s attempts to reduce the size of the Navy and strengthens U.S. forces to ensure superiority in any potential conflict with the CCP. It also provides funding for military construction projects, logistics capabilities, and essential munitions critical to countering CCP aggression.\n\nThe FY24 NDAA reaffirms the U.S. commitment to the defense of Taiwan, authorizes U.S. Special Operations Forces to train Taiwan and other partner nations, and strengthens military cybersecurity cooperation with Taiwan. It provides funding for military exercises in the Pacific, enhances local acquisition agreements with Pacific Island nations, and supports the expansion of security cooperation workforce development. Additionally, it increases funding for military information operations assistance, countering Chinese influence, and requires assessments of CCP cooperation with Iran and CCP presence in the Caribbean and South America.\n\nWith a strong focus on eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse, the FY24 NDAA authorizes $886.3 billion for national defense discretionary programs, an increase of $28 billion over the FY23 enacted level. It saves taxpayers $40 billion or 5% of current defense spending levels through cuts to inefficient defense programs, obsolete weapons systems, and redundant Pentagon bureaucracy. The NDAA penalizes DoD for cost overruns, enhances oversight, and establishes measures to curtail wasteful spending, including a pilot program to reimburse costs incurred from denied contract award protests.\n\nThis authorization bill shows our committment to ending \"wokeness\" in the military, ensuring its focus remains on national defense. The FY24 NDAA includes provisions to ban Critical Race Theory (CRT) from military training and advisory committees, repeal the unnecessary Chief Diversity Officer position, and limit funding for politically biased programs. It prohibits funds for drag shows, Drag Queen Story Hours, and similar events, and protects parents' rights by including a Parents Bill of Rights to ensure their involvement in curriculum review and consent for medical exams or screenings.\n\nThe FY24 NDAA also addresses important issues related to servicemembers and their families. It provides assistance to the 8,000 servicemembers discharged for declining to take the COVID-19 vaccine, allowing them a path back to service while protecting their benefits. The legislation supports a 5.2% increase in servicemember basic pay, expands housing benefits, enhances support for military spouses, improves childcare and schools, and strengthens healthcare services, including mental health support.\n\n\u201cI am proud to support the FY24 NDAA, a comprehensive and robust legislation that prioritizes the safety of our nation, supports our servicemembers, and ensures a strong and well-equipped military\u201d, said Congressman Andy Barr. \u201cBy passing this bill, House Republicans reaffirm their commitment to delivering on the Commitment to America - a nation that remains safe and secure. I was proud to secure several amendments in the House-passed bill that support the Blue Grass Army Depot and recognizes the service of our veterans.\u201d\n\nCongressman Barr secured several provisions included in the NDAA:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases?ID=19098BC6-F8E2-44E2-96C8-2B66B11416B2", "Congressman Rogers Votes for 2024 National Defense Authorization Act", "2023-07-14", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "KY", "Harold Rogers", "R000395", "halrogers.house.gov", "halrogers", "https://halrogers.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC -- The U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan 2024 National Defense Authorization Act on Friday. Congressman Hal Rogers, Chairman of the Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations Subcommittee, voted for the annual legislation to invest in a stronger national defense, support our servicemembers and their families, and to stand firm against aggression from China. This year, the NDAA will save American taxpayers $40 billion by cutting inefficient defense programs, outdated weapons systems and red tape.\n\n\"We're refocusing our military efforts toward global readiness and strength by reining in the radical woke agenda that distracts from the monumental military tasks at hand,\" said Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. \"The NDAA sends a clear message with additional oversight and accountability across the board, ensuring Ukraine aid is effective and closely guarded, while we stand firm against Russia and China. Vladimir Putin will not stop at Ukraine\u2019s border if he succeeds. We must remain vigilant for our allied nations as well.\u201d\n\nThe NDAA increases authorized funding for key military initiatives left unfunded or underfunded in the Biden budget, including the Pacific Deterrence Initiative -- an essential tool in combatting Chinese aggression -- and the entire U.S. Navy, by prohibiting the premature decommissioning of critical ships. It also prohibits taxpayer dollars from being used for military drag shows and teaching of Critical Race Theory.\n\n\u201cThe United States must sustain our posture of military excellence with innovative hypersonic technology, intelligence and warfighters who stand ready to defend our homeland,\u201d said Congressman Rogers. \u201cThis bill takes care of our military servicemembers and provides them with the tools and training that they need to be successful, from improving military housing and childcare, to reducing barriers to healthcare and improving resources for suicide prevention.\u201d\n\nThe legislation also provides assistance to the 8,000 servicemembers who were discharged for failing to take the COVID-19 vaccine and supports their reentry for service.\n\nThe NDAA moves on for consideration by the U.S. Senate next week.\n\nFor more information about Congressman Rogers\u2019 work in Washington and at home in Kentucky, visit halrogers.house.gov and follow him on social media.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-denounces-house-republicans-playing-political", "Congressman Morgan McGarvey Denounces House Republicans Playing Political Games to Undermine our National Security", "2023-07-14", "2023", "2023-07", "Democrat", "House", "KY", "Morgan McGarvey", "M001220", "mcgarvey.house.gov", "mcgarvey", "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 14, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after voting against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which continues House Republicans\u2019 attacks on freedom and undermines our national security:\n\n\u201cThe NDAA is a historically bipartisan piece of legislation to preserve national security, provide critical resources to our military, and ensure our servicemembers are taken care of,\u201d said Rep. McGarvey. \u201cFor 63 years, Congress has used the bipartisan NDAA to advance our defense needs and protect our service members. Today, House Republicans chose to pass a shameful bill through a partisan process. This bill undermines our national security, weakens our military readiness and effectiveness, and takes away rights from millions of servicemembers. Instead of authorizing crucial funding to modernize and strengthen our military, House Republicans moved forward with an extremist bill that erodes our decades-long effort to build a fighting force that reflects the strength and diversity of our nation. I\u2019m dedicated to making sure all who want to serve our country have the opportunity to do so \u2014 regardless of their race, gender, or sexuality \u2014 and am committed to fighting in Congress for our servicemembers, so I voted against the bill.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"]], "truncated": false, "filtered_table_rows_count": 226, "expanded_columns": [], "expandable_columns": [], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "units": {}, "query": {"sql": "select url, title, date, year, month, party, chamber, state, member_name, bioguide_id, domain, scraper, source, date_source, text, has_text, collected_at, updated_at from releases where \"chamber\" = :p0 and \"state\" = :p1 and \"year\" = :p2 order by date desc limit 101", "params": {"p0": "House", "p1": "KY", "p2": "2023"}}, "facet_results": {"party": {"name": "party", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "Republican", "label": "Republican", "count": 173, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY&year=2023&party=Republican", "selected": false}, {"value": "Democrat", "label": "Democrat", "count": 53, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY&year=2023&party=Democrat", "selected": false}], "truncated": false}, "chamber": {"name": "chamber", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "House", "label": "House", "count": 226, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=KY&year=2023", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "state": {"name": "state", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "KY", "label": "KY", "count": 226, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&year=2023", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "year": {"name": "year", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "2023", "label": "2023", "count": 226, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}}, "suggested_facets": [], "next": "2023-07-14,https~3A~2F~2Fmcgarvey~2Ehouse~2Egov~2Fmedia~2Fpress-releases~2Fcongressman-morgan-mcgarvey-denounces-house-republicans-playing-political", "next_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=KY&year=2023&_next=2023-07-14%2Chttps~3A~2F~2Fmcgarvey~2Ehouse~2Egov~2Fmedia~2Fpress-releases~2Fcongressman-morgan-mcgarvey-denounces-house-republicans-playing-political&_sort_desc=date", "private": false, "allow_execute_sql": true, "query_ms": 180.2101139910519, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}