{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\", state = \"LA\" and year = 2023 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-carter-commends-president-bidens-new-marijuana-pardons", "Rep. Carter Commends President Biden\u2019s New Marijuana Pardons", "2023-12-22", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) issued the following statement commending new marijuana pardons and clemencies by President Biden.\n\n\u201cIn April of last year, I met with the White House to discuss pardons and clemency for individuals incarcerated for marijuana possession. These offenses have disproportionally impacted Black Americans, creating barriers to employment, education, and housing. I commend today\u2019s announcement as a positive step towards correcting this injustice. This is the vital next step to give thousands of people their lives back.\n\n\u201cNow, I call on Congress to pass my misdemeanor expungement legislation so that these returning citizens can fully move on with their lives.\"\n\nRead about H.R.8557 Marijuana Misdemeanor Expungement Acthere.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Applauds-Lease-Sale-in-Gulf-of-Mexico%2C-Calls-for-More-Lease-Sales", "Scalise Applauds Lease Sale in Gulf of Mexico, Calls for More Lease Sales", "2023-12-20", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "JEFFERSON, LA. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement after Gulf of Mexico Lease Sale 261 was held on Wednesday. The lease sale was rescheduled after a court-ordered temporary injunction following last-minute changes to cut the acreage and impose restrictions on the sale in a backroom negotiation between the administration and radical anti-American energy extremists. Wednesday's lease sale resulted in $382 million in high bids from 26 companies in the Gulf of Mexico.\n\n\"Today, we saw resoundingly strong demand for energy exploration and production in the Gulf of Mexico, despite attempts by the Biden administration to prevent this sale at every turn. At a time when Americans are struggling with sky-high inflation and expensive energy costs, this administration continues to fail American families and small businesses by doing everything possible to make energy more expensive and leave us more dependent on foreign, hostile nations.\n\n\u201cInstead, we should be unleashing American energy with additional lease sales in the Gulf to lower energy costs for hardworking American families, create more jobs here at home, secure funds for coastal restoration and hurricane protection in Louisiana, while also helping our allies abroad.\n\n\"While I\u2019m happy to see today\u2019s lease sale move forward with such strong interest, President Biden has failed to schedule any lease sales for 2024, and is putting America\u2019s energy and national security in jeopardy. We simply can\u2019t afford to continue these failed policies, and I\u2019ll continue fighting to restore America\u2019s energy security.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-carter-praises-738-million-port-new-orleans", "Rep. Carter Praises $73.8 Million for Port of New Orleans", "2023-12-17", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will grant $73,779,805 to the Port of New Orleans Louisiana International Terminal Project to build a new container terminal in St. Bernard Parish along the Mississippi River. This funding was made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which Congressman Carter helped craft and voted for.\n\n\u201cThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is bringing critical investments in our water systems, roads, bridges, and broadband,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cLouisiana continues to receive outsized benefits from this historic legislation which I championed. With this grant, the Port of New Orleans will be able to modernize and grow its operations for this century and ensure that it continues to be the economic driver for the entire region.\u201d\n\nLearn more about the Louisiana International Terminal Project here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%2C-Delegation-Introduce-Legislation-to-Expand-Atchafalaya-National-Heritage-Area-to-Include-Lafourche-Parish", "Scalise, Delegation Introduce Legislation to Expand Atchafalaya National Heritage Area to Include Lafourche Parish", "2023-12-15", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) and members of the Louisiana delegation announced the introduction of legislation to include Lafourche Parish, La., as part of the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area (ANHA).\n\n\u201cFrom Cajun cuisine and Zydeco music to our bayous and abundant natural resources, Louisiana has an unparalleled culture and heritage and is home to some of the most unique and special landscapes and traditions in the world. The Atchafalaya National Heritage Area protects our region\u2019s storied culture and resources, and I\u2019m proud to lead the effort with my congressional delegation colleagues to ensure that Lafourche Parish \u2013 the only parish in the historic boundary area left out of the original designation \u2013 is included in this important National Heritage Area,\u201d said Majority Leader Scalise.\n\n\u201cAs the representative of the east and west boundaries of the Atchafalaya Basin, it is evident that the people and culture of Lafourche Parish are inextricably linked to the heritage of this nationally significant region that I have the honor to represent. We were proud to author the reauthorization of the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area last year, and it is rewarding that colleagues from all parts of the state have come together to embrace Lafourche Parish and \u201cAmerica\u2019s Foreign Country\u201d \u2013 the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area,\u201d said Congressman Garret Graves (R-La.).\n\n\u201cA paragon of Cajun culture and a sportsmen\u2019s paradise, the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area is a celebration of the history of Louisiana. This bill extends the footprint while preserving the land and creating jobs,\" said U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.).\n\n\u201cThe Atchafalaya National Heritage Area is a gem of natural beauty and Louisiana history. I\u2019m happy to join our delegation in working to expand the area so Louisianians can enjoy more of Acadiana\u2019s Cajun culture and diverse landscapes,\u201d said U.S. Senator John Kennedy (R-La.).\n\n\u201cThe Atchafalaya National Heritage Area is an integral part of South Louisiana\u2019s culture and history. I\u2019m honored to join my colleagues in the Louisiana delegation to introduce legislation expanding the covered area. We are working to ensure Louisianans and tourists from all over can enjoy this unique landscape and its contributions to our state\u2019s culture,\u201d said Congressman Clay Higgins (R-La.).\n\n\u201cThe expansion of the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area to include Lafourche Parish is wonderful news for Louisiana. Not only will it enhance economic development in the region, it will improve quality of life and provide a clean environment to enjoy. I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in the Louisiana delegation for this expansive effort and look forward to watching this nationally historic landscape thrive,\u201d said Congresswoman Julia Letlow (R-La.).\n\n\u201cBy expanding the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area to include Lafourche Parish, we are preserving Louisiana\u2019s diverse heritage. I\u2019m proud to partner with the entire Louisiana delegation to celebrate our state\u2019s rich natural, cultural, and historic resources,\u201d said Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.).\n\nWhat Louisiana Leaders are saying:\n\n\u201cDesignated by Congress, the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area raises local, regional, and national awareness of the Atchafalaya region and the uniqueness of our Louisiana culture, heritage and invaluable natural resources. Historically bounded by Bayou Teche and Bayou Lafourche, Lafourche Parish was left out of the original designation, and we are pleased to see Leader Scalise\u2019s leadership to modify the boundary to include Lafourche Parish in this legislation,\u201d said Lafourche Parish President Archie Chaisson, III.\n\n\u201cThe Atchafalaya National Heritage Area program has preserved and enhanced the cultural, recreational, and natural resources of the region since its designation in 2006. The vitality of our communities is what makes this region so culturally strong. With the addition of Lafourche Parish, a place so rich with natural resources and a strong Louisiana identity, our Atchafalaya story is complete,\u201d said Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Executive Director Justin K. Lemoine.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-praises-louisianas-internet-all-initial-proposal", "Congressman Carter Praises Louisiana\u2019s \u201cInternet for All\u201d Initial Proposal", "2023-12-15", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BATON ROUGE, LA \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) joined Governor John Bel Edwards, Commissioner of Higher Education Kim Hunter Reed, Ph.D., Baton Rouge Community College Chancellor Dr. Willie E. Smith, Louisiana Community & Technical College System Vice President of Education Susie Schowen, students, and local partners to celebrate Louisiana\u2019s approved Initial Proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. This was made possible because of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which Congressman Carter helped craft and voted for.\n\nLouisiana is the first state to reach this important milestone, which will enable the state to move from the planning phase to the implementation phase for the BEAD program, a major step towards closing the digital divide in Louisiana. The state may now request access to $1.4 billion that Department of Commerce\u2019s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) allocated in June.\n\n\u201cThis is a is a monumental achievement that emphasizes Louisiana\u2019s commitment to equity in internet usage. Being the first state authorized to request access to BEAD funds, we are leading the way in closing the digital divide, ensuring that every citizen has affordable, reliable, high-speed broadband access,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cBy prioritizing the internet as an essential tool for communication, Louisiana sets an example for other states in utilizing BEAD funds to bridge technological disparities, creating a more inclusive and connected society.\u201d\n\n\u201cI want to thank the Biden Harris administration for ushering in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that made this possible along with Senator Bill Cassidy and Congressman Troy Carter,\u201d said Gov. John Bel Edwards. \u201cToday's announcement is a testament to the sense of urgency that my administration has worked to ensure that high speed internet is not only accessible but reliable for every single Louisianan. Our plan stresses resilience, connectivity, and affordability, and we will implement it as submitted with shovel ready projects set to begin next year. Not only that, but our partnership with the Louisiana Community and Technical College System will make certain we develop a very strong, skilled and credentialed workforce for the infrastructure jobs that are to come.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nThe BEAD program is a $42.45 billion state grant program authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and is the federal government\u2019s largest and most ambitious investment in high-speed, affordable broadband in history. States and territories will use the funding to deploy or upgrade broadband networks to ensure that everyone has access to reliable, affordable, high-speed Internet service. Once deployment goals are met, any remaining funding can be used on high-speed Internet adoption, training, and workforce development efforts, among other eligible uses.\n\nLouisiana expects to conclude its BEAD challenge process in December. With its Initial Proposal approved, the state may request to commence the selection of subgrantees. One year from Initial Proposal approval, Louisiana must submit a Final Proposal that details, among other things, the outcome of the subgrantee selection process and how the state will ensure service to all unserved and underserved locations.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%E2%80%99s-End-of-Year-Recap%3A-Republicans-Lead-on-Every-Crisis-Facing-Americans", "Scalise\u2019s End-of-Year Recap: Republicans Lead on Every Crisis Facing Americans", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 As we approach the end of the first year of the 118th Congress, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement on the progress House Republicans have made in fulfilling their Commitment to America agenda:\n\n\"Throughout the first year of the 118th Congress, House Republicans fought hard on behalf of American families reeling from President Biden\u2019s crime and inflation crises by upholding our Commitment to America and changing the way Washington runs.\n\n\"House Republicans have been leading with solutions on every issue \u2013 passing more rule bills than House Democrats did with one party control in the first year of the 117th Congress \u2013 even as the Senate and the President continue their tactic of refusing to take up our bills to fix their self-created crises.\n\n\"On the House floor, the Republican majority has passed legislation to confront rising crime, unleash American energy, lower costs for families, secure President Biden\u2019s wide-open border, combat executive overreach and burdensome agency rules, and refocus our military on its core mission of national security. We\u2019ve also been fighting to fix our broken education system by passing a Parents\u2019 Bill of Rights and exposing the rampant antisemitism and hypocritical wokeism on university campuses.\n\n\"House Republicans have also worked tirelessly to increase transparency, oversight, and accountability in the federal government. The House Judiciary, Ways and Means, and Oversight Committee investigations continue to reveal new evidence of President Biden\u2019s involvement in his family\u2019s shady business dealings and his Administration\u2019s efforts to impede the criminal investigation into Hunter Biden. The American people deserve the truth, and we won\u2019t stop until we get it.\n\n\"Washington must work for the American people \u2013 not against them. In the next year, House Republicans will hit the ground running, continuing to address the problems that are hurting families across the country and deliver on our promises.\"\n\n117th First Year v. 118th First Year:\n\nRule Bills passed:\n\n118th: 67\n\n117th: 66\n\nA Future That\u2019s Built on Freedom \u2705\n\nSmall Businesses\n\nS.J. Res. 32 (Kennedy) \u2013 A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to \"Small Business Lending Under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (Regulation B)\" : Repeals the final rule that requires financial institutions to collect and report credit application data for small businesses to the bureau and protects small businesses from government overreach.\n\nPassed 221-202-1\n\nRepublicans: 215-0-1\n\nDemocrats: 6-202\n\nH.R. 3799 (Hern) \u2013 CHOICE Arrangement Act: Codifies the Trump Administration's two rules to ensure small business owners and employees are able to have more affordable health care options, includes a new notification to employers to make sure they know these options exist, and protects the self-insured market that employers depend on.\n\nPassed 220-209\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 0-209\n\nH.R. 1640 (Lesko) \u2013 Save Our Gas Stoves Act: Prohibits the Department of Energy from imposing their proposed rule to ban gas stoves by amending the Energy Policy and Conservation Act and clarifies that the DOE cannot issue standards that effectively ban a product based on the fuel it uses.\n\nPassed 249-181\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 29-181\n\nH.R. 1615 (Armstrong) \u2013 Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act: Blocks the CPSC from issuing a radical rule to ban gas stoves and bars the use of federal funds to regulate gas stoves as a banned hazardous product.\n\nPassed 248-180\n\nRepublicans: 219-0\n\nDemocrats: 29-180\n\nSecond Amendment\n\nH.J. Res. 44 (Clyde) \u2013 Pistol Brace CRA: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to \"Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached 'Stabilizing Braces.'\"\n\nPassed 219-210\n\nRepublicans: 217-2\n\nDemocrats: 2-208\n\nH.R. 3091 (Fry) \u2013 Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act: Directs the General Services Administration to allow law enforcement officers to buy retired service weapons.\n\nPassed 232-198\n\nRepublicans: 219-0\n\nDemocrats: 13-198\n\nWomen's Sports\n\nH.R. 734 (Steube) \u2013 Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act: Prevents biological males from competing in school athletic programs for women or girls.\n\nPassed 219-203\n\nRepublicans: 219-0\n\nDemocrats: 0-203\n\nSchools\n\nH.R. 5 (Letlow) \u2013 Parents Bill of Rights Act: Provides transparency for parents and guardians by establishing various notification requirements for school curriculum.\n\nPassed 213-208\n\nRepublicans: 213-5\n\nDemocrats: 0-203\n\nH.R. 1147 (Thompson) \u2013 Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2023: Modifies requirements for milk provided by the National School Lunch Program of the Department of Agriculture to permit schools to offer students whole, reduced-fat, low-fat, and fat-free flavored and unflavored milk.\n\nPassed 330-99\n\nRepublicans: 218-1\n\nDemocrats: 112-98\n\nCOVID-19\n\nH.J. Res. 7 (Gosar) \u2013 Terminates the COVID-19 national emergency.\n\nPassed 229-197\n\nRepublicans: 218-0\n\nDemocrats: 11-197\n\nSigned into law 4/10/2023\n\nScheduling H.R. 382 and H.J. Res. 7 on the floor accelerated the need for the Biden Administration to announce the end of the COVID-19 emergency declarations.\n\nHouse Democrats overwhelmingly opposed this bill by a vote of 11-197.\n\nH.R. 185 (Massie) \u2013 Ends CDC\u2019s requirement for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers entering the United States.\n\nPassed 227-201\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 7-201\n\nH.R. 139 (Comer) \u2013 SHOW UP Act: Requires federal agencies to return to pre-pandemic teleworking policies.\n\nPassed 221-206\n\nRepublicans: 218-1\n\nDemocrats: 3-205\n\nH.R. 497 (Duncan) \u2013 Freedom for Health Care Workers Act: Terminates the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers.\n\nPassed 227-203\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 7-203\n\nH.R. 382 (Guthrie) \u2013 Pandemic is Over Act: Terminates the COVID-19 public health emergency.\n\nPassed 220-210\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 0-210\n\nThe Biden administration released a Statement of Administration Policy on January 30, 2023 announcing the expiration of the COVID-19 public health and national emergency on May 11, 2023\n\nStanding up to Socialism\n\nH. Con. Res. 9 (Salazar) \u2013 Denouncing the horrors of socialism.\n\nPassed 328-86\n\nRepublicans: 219-0\n\nDemocrats: 109-86-14\n\nKeeps America free from the implementation of socialist policies in the United States\n\nAn Economy That\u2019s Strong \u2705\n\nEnergy\n\nH.R.1 (Scalise) \u2013 Lower Energy Costs Act: Increases domestic energy production and exportation, reduces regulatory burdens, and reforms permitting across all sectors of the economy.\n\nPassed 225-204\n\nRepublicans: 221-1\n\nDemocrats: 4-203\n\nH.R. 4394 (Fleischmann) \u2013 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024: Provides FY2024 appropriations for the Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers civil works projects, the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation, and several independent agencies to enhance our energy security, invest in our national defense, and bolster our economic competitiveness.\n\nPassed 210-199\n\nRepublicans: 210-1\n\nDemocrats: 0-198\n\nH.R. 4821 (Simpson) \u2013 Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024: Provides FY24 appropriations for the Department of the Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and related agencies that increase access to critical minerals, get rid of burdensome red tape on American oil and gas, prioritize public safety, rein in the EPA and their regulations, and make cuts to stop out-of-control spending.\n\nPassed 213-203\n\nRepublicans: 212-3\n\nDemocrats: 1-200\n\nH.R. 21 (Rodgers) \u2013 Strategic Production Response Act: Limits the drawdown of petroleum in the Strategic Petroleum Reserve until DOE develops a plan to increase percentage of federal lands leased for oil and gas production.\n\nPassed 221-205\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 1-205\n\nModified open rule allowed for the consideration of 78 amendments on the House floor\n\n147 amendments were submitted for pre-printing\n\nH.R. 22 (Rodgers) \u2013 Protecting America\u2019s Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China: Prohibits the Secretary of Energy from selling petroleum products from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to any entities under the ownership or influence of the CCP.\n\nPassed 331-97\n\nRepublicans: 218-0\n\nDemocrats: 113-97\n\nBudget\n\nH.R. 2811 (Arrington) \u2013 Limit, Save, Grow Act: Limits federal spending, saves taxpayer dollars, and grows the economy.\n\nPassed 217-215\n\nDemocrats: 0-211\n\nRepublicans: 217-4\n\nH.R. 3746 (McHenry) \u2013 Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023: Makes vital and meaningful cuts to government spending, gets rid of red tape that\u2019s limiting American growth, holds the executive branch accountable for its spending, and avoids default on our national debt.\n\nPassed 314-117\n\nRepublicans: 149-71\n\nDemocrats: 165-46\n\nReining In Executive Actions\n\nH.R. 357 (Cline) \u2013 Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act: Requires that rules from federal agencies be issued and signed by the head of the agency, who is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, to keep federal rulemaking in check and constitutional.\n\nPassed 218-203\n\nRepublicans: 215-0\n\nDemocrats: 3-203\n\nH.R. 347 (Stefanik) \u2013 REIN IN Act: Requires the Biden administration to publish the inflationary impact of executive actions before enacting them.\n\nPassed 272-148\n\nRepublicans: 213-4\n\nDemocrats: 59-144\n\n15 amendments offered on the floor\n\nFraud\n\nH.R. 1163 (Smith-MO) \u2013 Protecting Taxpayers and Victims of Unemployment Fraud Act: Protects taxpayers by incentivizing states to recover fraudulent payments, improving program integrity to prevent future fraud, and extending the statute of limitations for prosecuting fraud.\n\nPassed 230-200\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 10-200\n\nProtecting Reliable Borrowers\n\nH.R. 3564 (Davidson) \u2013 Middle Class Borrower Protection Act of 2023: Cancels the Federal Housing Finance Agency\u2019s changes to single-family mortgage pricing framework that makes reliable borrowers with good credit subsidize riskier loans, and makes sure such changes cannot be done in the future.\n\nPassed 230-189\n\nRepublicans: 216-0\n\nDemocrats: 14-189\n\nH.R. 2 (Diaz-Balart) \u2013 Secure the Border Act of 2023: Fixes our broken asylum system, hires more Border Patrol agents and provide them with resources they need, reinstates Trump-era policies like Remain in Mexico, and forces the Biden Administration to resume building the border wall.\n\nPassed 219-213\n\nRepublicans: 219-2\n\nDemocrats: 0-211\n\nH.R. 5283 (Malliotakis) \u2013 Protecting our Communities from Failure to Secure the Border Act of 2023: Prohibits the use of federal funds to provide housing to illegal immigrants on land that falls under the jurisdiction of the Federal land management agencies.\n\nPassed 224-203-1\n\nRepublicans: 218-0-1\n\nDemocrats: 6-203\n\nH.R. 4367 (Joyce-OH) \u2013 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2024: Provides FY24 appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to secure the southern border, counter China, remove criminals from the United States, and strengthen our national security, while defunding far-left initiatives in the Department.\n\nPassed 220-208\n\nRepublicans: 218-0\n\nDemocrats: 2-208\n\nH. Res. 461 (Miller-Meeks) \u2013 Condemning the use of elementary and secondary school facilities to provide shelter for aliens who are not admitted to the United States.\n\nPassed 223-201\n\nRepublicans: 216-0\n\nDemocrats: 7-201\n\nH.R. 3203 (Barr) \u2013 Stop Chinese Fentanyl Act of 2023: Strengthens sanctions authorities aimed at Chinese opioid traffickers and officials who are complicit in trafficking.\n\nPassed by voice vote\n\nH.R. 467 (Griffith) \u2013 HALT Fentanyl Act: Permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances (FRS) in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act, guarantees law enforcement has the resources to keep these drugs off the street, and allows for further research of FRS.\n\nPassed 289-133\n\nRepublicans: 215-1\n\nDemocrats: 74-132\n\nH.R. 3941 (Molinaro) \u2013 Schools Not Shelters Act: Bans the use of public elementary schools, secondary schools, or institutions of higher education as shelters for illegal immigrants.\n\nPassed 222-201\n\nRepublicans: 218-0\n\nDemocrats: 4-201\n\nNational Defense\n\nH.R. 5961 (McCaul) \u2013 No Funds for Iranian Terrorism Act: Freezes the funds released to Iran involved in the 2023 hostage deal between the United States and Iran and ensures these $6 billion remain permanently off limits to the Iranian regime.\n\nPassed 307-119-1\n\nRepublicans: 217-1-1\n\nDemocrats: 90-118\n\nH.R. 4665 (Diaz-Balart) \u2013 Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024: Provides FY24 appropriations that combat the People\u2019s Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party, support our allies, promote American values here and abroad, and prioritize our national security, while defunding counterproductive climate programs, unnecessary regulations that hurt American business, and controversial organizations like the World Health Organization.\n\nPassed 216-212\n\nRepublicans: 216-2\n\nDemocrats: 0-210\n\nH.R. 4365 (Calvert) \u2013 Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2024: Provides FY24 appropriations to the Department of Defense that prioritize the fight against China, invest in modernizing the military, and counter the flow of fentanyl while cutting wasteful spending in the President\u2019s budget that funds divisive social programs.\n\nPassed 218-210\n\nRepublicans: 216-2\n\nDemocrats: 2-208\n\nH.R. 2670 (Rogers) \u2013 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024: Counters the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s aggression, boosts oversight of the Biden Administration\u2019s Department of Defense, supports members of our military and their families, and saves taxpayers billions of dollars by cutting wasteful programs while still investing in a secure defense industrial base and innovative technologies to support our national defense.\n\nPassed 310-118\n\nRepublicans: 147-73\n\nDemocrats: 163-45\n\nH.R. 4366 (Carter) \u2013 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024: Provides FY24 appropriations for military construction, the VA, and related agencies that honor our commitment to veterans, support a strong national security, and keep the executive branch in check.\n\nPassed 219-211\n\nRepublicans: 219-2\n\nDemocrats: 0-209\n\nH.R. 3152 (McCaul) \u2013 Fight CRIME Act: Imposes sanctions on Iran\u2019s missile and drone programs.\n\nPassed 403-8\n\nRepublicans: 210-1\n\nDemocrats: 193-7\n\nH.R. 3848 (Chavez-DeRemer) \u2013 Housing our Military Veterans Effectively Act of 2023: Provides increased funding for VA programs supporting homeless veterans.\n\nPassed 408-10\n\nRepublicans: 206-10\n\nDemocrats: 202-0\n\nH.R. 3774 (Lawler) \u2013 SHIP Act: Imposes sanctions on people and companies that facilitate Iran\u2019s black-market oil sales.\n\nPassed 342-69\n\nRepublicans: 209-1\n\nDemocrats: 133-68\n\nH.R. 589 (Banks) \u2013 MAHSA Act: Imposes sanctions on senior Iranian officials complicit in human rights abuses or terrorism.\n\nPassed 410-3\n\nRepublicans: 209-1\n\nDemocrats: 201-2\n\nH. Res. 240 (Williams-NY) \u2013 Condemning recent actions taken by the Russian military to down a United States Air Force drone.\n\nPassed 410-0\n\nRepublicans: 212-0\n\nDemocrats: 198-0\n\nH. Con. Res. 7 (Tenney) \u2013 Condemning the Iranian regime's human rights abuses against the brave women and men of Iran peacefully demonstrating in more than 133 cities.\n\nPassed 420-1\n\nRepublicans: 216-1\n\nDemocrats: 204-0\n\nFederal Aviation Reauthorization\n\nH.R. 3935 (Graves-MO) \u2013 Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act: Reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration and aviation safety and infrastructure programs for the next five years.\n\nPassed 351-69\n\nRepublicans: 187-31\n\nDemocrats: 164-38\n\nH.R. 5933 (Steel) \u2013 DETERRENT Act: Holds American institutions of higher education to a stricter standard on reporting gifts, donations, and investments made to them by foreign adversaries, lays out the punishments institutions will face if they fail to comply, and protects American education from harmful and dangerous foreign influence.\n\nPassed 246-170\n\nRepublicans: 215-0\n\nDemocrats: 31-170\n\nS. 619 (Hawley) \u2013 COVID-19 Origin Act of 2023: Requires the Biden administration to declassify information relating to the potential links between Wuhan Institute of Virology and the origins of COVID-19.\n\nPassed 419-0\n\nSigned into law 3/20/2023\n\nH. Res. 104 (McCaul) \u2013 Condemning the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s use of a high-altitude surveillance balloon over United States territory as a brazen violation of United States sovereignty.\n\nPassed 419-0\n\nH. Res. 11 (McCarthy) \u2013 Establishing the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.\n\nPassed 365-65\n\nRepublicans: 219-0\n\nDemocrats: 146-65\n\nH.R. 1107 (Kim) \u2013 PRC is Not a Developing Country Act: Requires the Department of State to take actions to stop China from being classified as a developing country by international organizations.\n\nPassed 415-0\n\nRepublicans: 215-0\n\nDemocrats: 200-0\n\nH.R. 1159 (Wagner) \u2013 Amending the Taiwan Assurance Act of 2020: Modifies an existing requirement for the Department of State to review and report on its guidance to federal agencies on the U.S.-Taiwan relationship.\n\nPassed 404-7\n\nRepublicans: 216-0\n\nDemocrats: 188-7\n\nH.R. 1189 (Mast) \u2013 Undersea Cable Control Act: Prevents foreign adversaries from acquiring goods and technologies capable of supporting the construction, maintenance, or operation of undersea cable projects.\n\nPassed by voice vote\n\nH.R. 1154 (Smith-NJ) \u2013 Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2023: Imposes sanctions on persons involved in forced organ trafficking and authorizes the Department of State to revoke the passports of individuals convicted of certain crimes related to organ trafficking.\n\nPassed 413-2\n\nRepublicans: 211-2\n\nDemocrats: 202-0\n\nH.R. 1093 (McCaul) \u2013 AUKUS Reporting: Requires the State Department to report to Congress on their efforts to implement the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States.\n\nPassed 393-4\n\nRepublicans: 209-0\n\nDemocrats: 184-4\n\nCrime & Oversight\n\nH.J. Res. 26 (Clyde) \u2013 Disapproving the action of the D.C. Council in approving the Revised Criminal Code Act.\n\nPassed 250-173\n\nRepublicans: 219-0\n\nDemocrats: 31-173\n\nSigned into law 3/20/2023\n\nHouse Democrats overwhelmingly opposed this legislation.\n\nAfter Biden announced he would sign the bill if passed by the Senate, the Senate passed H.J. Res. 26 by a vote of 81-14.\n\nForced Dems to vote against D.C. statehood or vote against making America safe\n\nH.J. Res. 24 (Comer) \u2013 Disapproving the action of the D.C. Council in providing voting rights for non-residents.\n\nPassed 260-162\n\nRepublicans: 218-0\n\nDemocrats: 42-162\n\nPolice\n\nLife\n\nOversight Investigations\n\nImpeachment Inquiry:\n\nFor months, the Oversight, Judiciary, and Ways and Means Committees have conducted an investigation that built a record of overwhelming evidence revealing how Joe Biden knew, was involved, and benefited directly from his family\u2019s influence peddling schemes.\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.\n\nThe Biden family and their associates received over $24 million between 2014 and 2019 from foreign nationals including companies in China, Russia, Ukraine, Romania, and Kazakhstan.\n\nThe Bidens sold access to Joe Biden around the world to benefit the Biden family, including Joe Biden himself, likely to the detriment of U.S. interests.\n\nThe committees revealed two checks to Joe Biden that prove Joe Biden benefited directly from his family\u2019s influence peddling.\n\nJoe Biden received $40,000 in laundered China money from the account of his brother, James Biden, and sister-in-law, Sara Biden, in the form of a personal check.\n\nJoe Biden also received a $200,000 check labeled from James Biden the same day that James Biden received a $200,000 loan from a failing rural hospital operator. James Biden swindled the hospital by claiming his last name would open doors in the Middle East.\n\nThe committees are taking action to bring in key witnesses from the Biden family and their associates to question them on the record of evidence.\n\nThe House voted to formalize the impeachment inquiry into President Biden on December 13, 2023. This vote will allow Congress to function at the apex of its power to compel witness testimony and the production of documents to ensure that the American get the answers they deserve.\n\nThe House Oversight Committee, Committee on Judiciary, and Ways and Means will continue to follow the facts and deliver transparency and accountability for the American people.\n\nKey Evidence:\n\nAn interactive timeline of the Biden\u2019s pay for play schemes.\n\nOversight Committee report showing the Bidens\u2019 dealings with foreign countries.\n\nBiden Bank Records Memorandum showing the family created over 20 shell companies.\n\nKey Findings from the IRS Whistleblowers.\n\nWhistleblowers\u2019 transcripts, press release, and links.\n\nFollow-up letters seeking more transcribed interviews in the wake of the IRS whistleblowers\u2019 explosive testimony.\n\nFBI Form 1023 alleging then-Vice President Joe Biden engaged in a bribery and extortion scheme and ultimately received $5 million from a Burisma executive.\n\nTransparency\n\nH. Res. 12 (Jordan) \u2013 Establishing a Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government as a select investigative subcommittee of the Committee on the Judiciary.\n\nPassed 221-211\n\nRepublicans: 221-0\n\nDemocrats: 0-211\n\nHolding Democrat Representatives Accountable\n\nH. Res. 914 (McClain) \u2013 Censuring Representative Jamaal Bowman.\n\nPassed 214-191-5\n\nRepublicans: 211-0-1\n\nDemocrats: 3-191-4\n\nH. Res. 845 (McCormick) \u2013 Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for promoting false narratives regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and for calling for the destruction of the state of Israel.\n\nPassed 234-188-4\n\nRepublicans: 212-4-1\n\nDemocrats: 22-184-3\n\nH.Res. 521 (Luna) \u2013 Censuring Adam Schiff, Representative of the 30th Congressional District of California.\n\nPassed 213-209-6\n\nRepublicans: 213-0-6\n\nDemocrats: 0-209\n\nHolding the Biden Administration Accountable\n\nH. Res. 918 (Armstrong) \u2013 Directing certain committees to continue their ongoing investigations as part of the existing House of Representatives inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.\n\nPassed 221-212\n\nRepublicans: 221-0\n\nDemocrats: 0-212\n\nH.R. 4468 (Walberg) \u2013 Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2023: Protects consumer choice by prohibiting Biden\u2019s Environmental Protection Agency from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing any proposed rule with regards to emissions from vehicles.\n\nPassed 221-197\n\nRepublicans: 216-0\n\nDemocrats: 5-197\n\nH.R. 1435 (Joyce-PA) \u2013 Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act: Amends the Clean Air Act and blocks Biden\u2019s EPA from issuing waivers for regulations that ban the sale or use of new motor vehicles with internal combustion engines.\n\nPassed 222-190\n\nRepublicans: 214-0\n\nDemocrats: 8-190\n\nH.J. Res. 88 (McClain) \u2013 Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to \"Improving Income Driven Repayment for the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program and the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program\": Prevents the implementation of a new income-driven repayment plan that would force American taxpayers to repay student loan debt that doesn't belong to them.\n\nPassed 210-189\n\nRepublicans: 208-0\n\nDemocrats: 2-189\n\nH.R. 4364 (Amodei) \u2013 Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2024: Provides FY2024 appropriations for the legislative branch, including the House of Representatives, to maintain essential oversight responsibilities and faithfully serve the American people in a fiscally responsible manner.\n\nPassed 214-197\n\nRepublicans: 210-0\n\nDemocrats: 4-197\n\nS.J. Res. 11 (Fischer) \u2013 Trucker Emissions CRA: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to \"Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards.\"\n\nPassed 221-203\n\nRepublicans: 217-1\n\nDemocrats: 4-202\n\nH.R. 277 (Cammack) \u2013 REINS Act of 2023: Requires congressional approval before \u201cmajor rules\u201d \u2013 such as those with an annual effect on the economy of at least $100 million or those that cause a major increase in prices \u2013 can take effect, instead of expressing disapproval after.\n\nPassed 221-210\n\nRepublicans: 220-0\n\nDemocrats: 1-210\n\nH.J. Res. 45 (Good) \u2013 Student Loans CRA: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to \"Waivers and Modifications of Federal Student Loans,\" blocking President Biden's student loan giveaway.\n\nPassed 218-203\n\nRepublicans: 216-0\n\nDemocrats: 2-203\n\nH.R. 288 (Fitzgerald) \u2013 Separation of Powers Restoration Act of 2023 (SOPRA): Restores proper constitutional separation of powers by amending the Administrative Procedure Act to override Chevron deference and require courts to decide disputes over interpretation of statutory text.\n\nPassed 220-211\n\nRepublicans: 219-1\n\nDemocrats: 1-210\n\nH.J. Res. 39 (Posey) \u2013 Solar Panel CRA: Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to \"Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414.\"\n\nPassed 221-202\n\nRepublicans: 209-8\n\nDemocrats: 12-194\n\nH.R. 23 (Smith-NE) \u2013 Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act: Rescinds funding for 87,000 IRS agents allocated by the Inflation Reduction Act.\n\nPassed 221-210\n\nRepublicans: 221-0\n\nDemocrats: 0-210\n\nH.R. 140 (Comer) \u2013 Protecting Speech from Government Interference Act: Prohibits federal employees from advocating for censorship of viewpoints in their official capacity.\n\nPassed 219-206\n\nRepublicans: 219-0\n\nDemocrats: 0-206\n\nH.J. Res. 30 (Barr) \u2013 Disapproving of the Biden administration\u2019s ESG requirements for retirement investments.\n\nPassed 216-204\n\nRepublicans: 215-0\n\nDemocrats: 1-204\n\nForced first veto of the Biden administration on March 20, 2023.\n\nH.J. Res. 27 (Graves-MO) \u2013 WOTUS CRA: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to \"Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States.'\"\n\nPassed 227-198\n\nRepublicans: 218-1\n\nDemocrats: 9-197\n\nAfter passing the Senate by a 53-43 vote, the White House vetoed this legislation.\n\nS.J. Res. 9 (Marshall) \u2013 Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to \"Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Lesser Prairie-Chicken; Threatened Status with Section 4(d) Rule for the Northern Distinct Population Segment and Endangered Status for the Southern Distinct Population Segment.\"\n\nPassed 221-206\n\nRepublicans: 217-1\n\nDemocrats: 4-205\n\nS.J. Res. 24 (Mullin) \u2013 Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to \"Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for Northern Long-Eared Bat.\"\n\nPassed 220-209\n\nRepublicans: 218-1\n\nDemocrats: 2-208", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-troy-carter-statement-passing-amos-e-pierce-jr", "Congressman Troy Carter Statement on the Passing of Amos E. Pierce Jr.", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) issued the following statement after the announcement that Amos E. Pierce Jr. passed away.\n\n\u201cToday, we celebrate the life of celebrate the life of Amos E. Pierce Jr., a World War II hero and New Orleans native. His life, spanning 98 years, was a testament to resilience, courage, and the pursuit of justice.\n\n\u201cAmos\u2019 enduring spirit, active involvement in church, and unwavering support for his son Wendell Pierce\u2019s artistic pursuits define a life rich in love and a profound sense of purpose. As a World War II veteran, father, and community pillar, Amos leaves behind an enduring legacy.\n\n\u201cTo my friends Wendell and Ron, your father was an inspiration to me and so many others. My prayers are with the entire family. May he rest in peace.\u201d\n\nWatch Congressman Carter\u2019s floor speech honoring Amos here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-julia-letlow-la-05-introduces-emergency-conservation-program", "Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) Introduces the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2023", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Julia Letlow introduced H.R. 6717, the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2023. This proposed bill will revise two programs within the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 - the Emergency Conservation Program and the Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP), to provide farmers and owners of nonindustrial forest land who have been impacted by natural disasters with the option to receive advance emergency payments prior to carrying out emergency measures.\n\nFarmers and owners of nonindustrial forest land can be provided with up to 75% of the upfront cost of the emergency measures they plan to take in the future.\n\nImportantly, this bill expands the eligibility for payments to include damage caused by man-made fires when the damage was spread due to natural causes, as well as wildfires that are caused by the federal government. It also includes payments for damage caused by hurricanes, another type of natural disaster that heavily impacts the state of Louisiana.\n\n\u201cI want my constituents to know that the issue of natural disasters that so many of them experience are not lost on me,\u201d said Rep. Letlow. \u201cNatural disasters like forest fires and hurricanes wreak havoc on farmers and producers, and the effects are lasting. Having the option to receive assistance before they begin carrying out emergency measures gives them a jump start on minimizing the damage.\u201d\n\n\u201cFarmers and foresters need help right when disaster strikes, not years afterward. Yet again, Congresswoman Letlow is taking the lead by proposing common sense legislation that would keep Louisiana agriculture viable when the worst happens. The Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act and The Drought Assistance Improvement Act are proof that Congresswoman Letlow listens to her constituents and takes action.\u201d said Jim Harper, Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation President.\n\n\u201cI thank Congresswoman Letlow for sponsoring this important legislation that will give producers the ability to access emergency assistance up-front to begin the recovery process more quickly following a natural disaster,\u201d said Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, Dr. Mike Strain.\n\nClick HERE for the full bill text.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-With-Impeachment-Inquiry-Vote%2C-House-GOP-is-Voting-to-Get-All-Facts-Out", "Scalise: With Impeachment Inquiry Vote, House GOP is Voting to Get All Facts Out", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox News\u2019 Fox & Friends to discuss the impending Biden impeachment inquiry vote and the evidence exposed by House Republicans of President Biden\u2019s involvement in his family\u2019s dirty business dealings. Leader Scalise highlighted how the White House continues to withhold information, exacerbating the need for investigating committees to have stronger subpoena enforcement power. Additionally, Leader Scalise emphasized that House Republicans are actively working to uncover the truth and hold President Biden accountable.\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Highlights-2023-Republican-Wins", "Scalise Highlights 2023 Republican Wins", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Committee on Energy and Commerce Chairwoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.), and Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-Ind.) to discuss the House Republicans\u2019 accomplishments during the first year of the 118th Congress. Leader Scalise highlighted House Republicans\u2019 wins over 2023 including confronting crime, putting American energy first and lowering costs, passing the strongest border security legislation in history, and standing with Israel and holding those who allow antisemitism on college campuses accountable.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-issues-statement-algiers-ferry-hours", "Congressman Carter Issues Statement on Algiers Ferry Hours", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) released the following statement in response to proposed cuts in service to the Algiers Ferry hours.\n\n\u201cEnhancing our public transportation is essential to providing Louisianans with more access to opportunities. I am deeply invested in our community's growth and infrastructure development and recognize the significance of this terminal for both New Orleans and Algiers residents and visitors alike.\n\n\u201cGrowing up on the Westbank, I know the importance of the ferry and have been a lifelong advocate for its services. Between the union passenger terminal, the Algiers Ferry Terminal Upgrade through the Passenger Ferry Grant Program, East Bank/West Bank bus rapid transit project, and other exciting endeavors, we have delivered over $21 million in federal funding for the RTA. Part of this funding came from competitive federal grants where the RTA made pledges to better serve commuters. Changing these hours could result in RTA noncompliance.\n\n\u201cCutting the hours of this vital resource will harm residents, businesses, and tourists alike \u2013 who rely on this mode of transportation to bring them across the Mississippi.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-julia-letlow-la-05-urges-us-department-agriculture-support", "Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) Urges the U.S. Department of Agriculture to Support Drought Relief Assistance", "2023-12-08", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) wrote a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Vilsack urging him to ensure our farmers and producers receive the drought assistance that they need.\n\nThis past summer, Louisiana was faced with record drought and extreme weather conditions. Because of this, the Louisiana agriculture sector experienced an estimated loss of $1.37 billion in 2023 alone. This kind of loss is detrimental and demands action.\n\n\u201cI represent the largest agriculture district in the state of Louisiana, and I\u2019ve heard directly from our farmers and producers how droughts have affected my constituents and their livelihoods,\u201d said Rep. Letlow. \u201cIt is crucial our farmers and producers receive the assistance they need when they are faced with these extreme weather conditions.\u201d\n\n\u201cUSDA has taken administrative liberties through the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) that are not adequately and equitably addressing the losses farmers have experienced. ERP for 2020 and 2021 poorly accounted for many farmers' losses by using a one-size-fits-all approach requiring use of tax documents for loss calculations that often didn\u2019t reflect the full loss a farm incurs due to natural disaster. Now, in ERP 2022, USDA continues with that model, but goes even further by picking winners and losers through their progressive factoring of assistance. We are proud to have an ally in Representative Julia Letlow to listen to the farmers and ranchers in her district and carry their message in Congress.\u201d said Jim Harper, Louisiana Farm Bureau President.\n\nSee below for the full letter:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Announces-2023-Congressional-App-Challenge-Winner", "Scalise Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winner", "2023-12-08", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) announced Alex Jorns of Chalmette, La., as the 2023 Congressional App Challenge winner for Louisiana's First Congressional District. Jorns created College Collage, an app designed to help high school students choose a college during the selection process.\n\n\u201cCongratulations to our 2023 Congressional App Challenge winner, Alex Jorns from Chalmette! Choosing a college can be one of the biggest decisions in a young person\u2019s life, and College Collage can help them make that decision with filters to find a school that fits their interests and needs. As a former computer programmer, I\u2019m always pleased to see our students identify challenges in their lives and create real-world solutions using technology,\u201d said Majority Leader Scalise.\n\nThe application utilizes spreadsheet filters to help students view colleges that fit their needs using location, enrollment size, cost, acceptance rate and required ACT score. College Collage compiles other useful resources for students including tips on using the spreadsheet, contact information and data visualizations to help students choose where to apply.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-launches-bipartisan-unified-voices-caucus", "Congressman Carter Launches the Bipartisan Unified Voices Caucus", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 On Thursday, November 30, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) and Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-Fl.) announced the Congressional Bipartisan Unified Voices Caucus to advocate for individuals facing communication challenges, with a primary focus on stuttering. Joined by Change & Impact Founder & CEO, and NBA veteran, Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, the caucus announcement was followed by a panel of guest speakers who share a variety of expertise in the stuttering community.\n\n\u201cAccess to effective speech therapy, with specialized interventions, is not just about improving speech; it\u2019s about enhancing social and emotional welfare, promoting greater confidence, and fostering more effective communication. It can make the difference in a child\u2019s achievement, an adult\u2019s success, and a community\u2019s understanding. I especially want to thank Congresswoman Kat Cammack and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist for partnering with me to make this launch possible,\u201d said Congressman Carter.\n\n\u201cAs we embark on this journey, it is essential to underscore the significance of the cause we stand united for. Stuttering, a communication challenge affecting over 70 million people worldwide and approximately 3 million Americans, demands our attention and advocacy. The Caucus that Congressman Troy Carter, Sr., and I are starting is a testament to the bipartisan commitment we share to address the needs of those who stutter,\u201d said Congresswoman Cammack.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s an honor to be here today to witness the bipartisan support for a cause and community that is so special to me. I give great thanks to Congressman Troy Carter and Congresswoman Kat Cammack for both making a commitment to stuttering advocacy and awareness. I\u2019m excited for the opportunities ahead,\u201d said Michael Kidd-Gilchrist.\n\nView more photos from the event here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Speaks-Out-Against-Antisemitism-on-College-Campuses", "Scalise Speaks Out Against Antisemitism on College Campuses", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Education and Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.), Representative Kevin Kiley (R-Calif.), members of the Republican Conference, and Jewish students from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, and Harvard Law School to discuss the unacceptable rise of antisemitism on college campuses across the United States. Leader Scalise highlighted the importance of speaking out against these injustices \u2013 something administrators at these universities are failing to do \u2013 and emphasized House Republicans\u2019 priority to stand up for Jewish American students.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-leads-letter-calling-bilateral-ceasefire-middle-east", "Congressman Carter Leads Letter Calling for a Bilateral Ceasefire in the Middle East", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) led 10 Members of Congress in sending a letter to President Biden, calling for him to support a bilateral ceasefire in the ongoing Middle East conflict.\n\nRep. Carter was joined in sending the letter by Representatives Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Nikema Williams (D-GA), Valerie P. Foushee (D-NC), Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA), Donald M. Payne, Jr. (D-NJ), Andr\u00e9 Carson (D-IN), Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), Terri A. Sewell (D-AL), and Henry C. \u201cHank\u201d Johnson, Jr. (D-GA).\n\nThe full letter is available below:\n\nDear President Biden,\n\nThank you for all the work you\u2019ve done to bring a humanitarian pause and bring about the return of innocent hostages. Your Administration has met this incredibly complex multifaceted conflict with the highest level of diplomacy and leadership in the pursuit of peace.\n\nThis pause in violence is set to expire tomorrow, and it is our fervent hope that negotiations can continue and extend the current pause in hostilities and continue the release of those held hostage by Hamas. We urge you to use your immense influence and the full power of your office to continue negotiations and extend the bilateral pause beyond tomorrow so that both sides can build towards a bilateral ceasefire and, ultimately, a two-state solution.\n\nRecognizing the ongoing conflict, we acknowledge the devastating impact these atrocities have had on innocent lives. We stand united to promote peace, stability, and justice for all people. Too many innocent lives have been lost already. The bloodshed must end. We are committed to standing steadfast with your Administration in calling for an extension of this pause and building on these negotiations toward a permanent two-state solution.\n\nWe acknowledge that a unilateral ceasefire is impossible. One side of a conflict cannot create peace on their own. It is essential that this ceasefire be bilateral. Both sides must come to the table in agreement; only then can we lay the groundwork to create a true two-state solution.\n\nBy rejecting hate, terrorism, prioritizing the protection of innocent lives, providing humanitarian assistance and engaging in meaningful dialogue, we can lay the groundwork for a better future for all people in the region. We call upon all parties involved to demonstrate the humanity, courage, empathy, and commitment necessary to achieve a comprehensive and sustained peace in the region.\n\nAgain, we thank you for everything that you have done to push towards peace and know that is your ultimate goal. A release of all hostages and an immediate bilateral ceasefire will not only stop the bloodshed but ultimately lead us to peace in the region.\n\nSincerely,", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-%246-Billion-for-Iran-is-%246-Billion-for-Hamas", "Scalise: $6 Billion for Iran is $6 Billion for Hamas", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House floor in support of H.R. 5961, the No Funds for Iranian Terrorism Act. Leader Scalise slammed President Biden for making $6 billion available to Iran despite their known sponsorship of terrorist groups like Hamas, and for failing to rescind the funds even after the horrific October 7th attacks on Israel. Additionally, Leader Scalise pointed to the Iranian President\u2019s statement that the Iranian government will spend this money wherever they decide \u2013 including to support terrorism \u2013 and emphasized that releasing any funds to Iran ultimately provides funds for terrorism.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-What-are-They-Trying-to-Hide-at-the-White-House", "Scalise: What are They Trying to Hide at the White House?", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman Jamie Comer (R-Ky.), Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), and Committee on Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith (R-Mo.) to discuss the ongoing investigation into the Biden family\u2019s shady business dealings. Leader Scalise made it clear that Republican-led committees are working effectively together to investigate President Biden\u2019s involvement in his family\u2019s business deals with foreign countries and uncover the facts for the American people. Leader Scalise also outlined the ways in which House Republicans are fighting to freeze the $6 billion Biden released to Iran, the world\u2019s largest state sponsor of terrorism, and block Democrats\u2019 plan to house illegal immigrants in national parks.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to watch Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/11/20/higgins-announces-3-4m-for-lafayette-and-lake-charles-airports/", "Higgins Announces $3.4M For Lafayette And Lake Charles Airports", "2023-11-20", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $2,374,819 to Lafayette Regional Airport and $1,041,789 to Lake Charles Regional Airport through the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program. \u201cWhile I opposed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in its totality as a matter of principle, some of the proposals in the bill were solid. Ultimately, the bill became law, and the funding was allocated,\u201d said Congressman Higgins. \u201cMy office will continue to advocate for the advancement of Louisiana projects that aim to provide the necessary tools to improve our local airports and infrastructure so that Southwest Louisiana can advance its economic prosperity.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-highlights-investment-battery-materials-processing-good", "Congressman Carter Highlights Investment in Battery Materials Processing \u2013 Good for Innovation and Good for St. Gabriel Community", "2023-11-17", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "ST. GABRIEL, L.A. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) joined U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm, Governor John Bel Edwards, federal and local partners, to celebrate a $100 million Battery Materials Processing Grant for Koura Flour, Inc. This was made possible through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Congressman Carter helped craft and voted for.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m excited to celebrate a significant step forward in our nation's pursuit of sustainable energy and technological innovation,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cThis funding is investing in the first U.S. manufacturing plant for LiPF6 \u2013 and it\u2019s happening right here in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. Beyond the technological strides, it\u2019s important to highlight the positive impact this venture will have on our local communities. Koura has been an integral part of St. Gabriel since 1991, demonstrating a commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. I look forward to the positive impact this will have on our communities, our workforce, and the generations to come.\u201d\n\nKoura\u2019s proposed plant will produce up to 10,000MT of LiPF6 per year which is sufficient to support domestic production of more than a million full electric vehicles (EVs) and will expand employment at the St. Gabriel facility by up to 80 new jobs.\n\nAdditionally, Koura plans to Implement a scholarship program for students attending local community colleges and universities. The scholarships will be prioritized for students in disadvantaged or underserved communities with preference given to those who live closest to the operating site. Koura will also partner with River Parishes Community College and the Iberville Parish School Board to create a Summer Industry Institute for St Gabriel high school students. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a weeklong summer program that will expose them to industry careers, STEM-based activities, and a Koura site tour. This will increase interest in industry-based jobs, increase female participation in STEM, and increase participation of underrepresented minorities and underserved communities in higher-paying, industry-based jobs.\n\nBackground\n\nThe Battery Materials Processing Grants Program is designed to provide grants for battery materials processing to ensure that the United States has a viable battery materials processing industry. Funds can also be used to expand our domestic capabilities in battery manufacturing and enhance processing capacity.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-praises-grand-opening-7th-community-lighthouse", "Congressman Carter Praises Grand Opening of 7th Community Lighthouse", "2023-11-17", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "LAPLACE, L.A. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) proudly announced the grand opening of the next \u201ccommunity lighthouse\u201d that will serve residents during extended power outages.\n\nCongressman Carter secured $3.8 million in FY2023 federal appropriations funding \u2013 the single largest community project funding in the nation for a solar-related project. This was the catalyst for an additional $249,329,483 grant from the Department of Energy through the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program. The state of Louisiana and relevant agencies will allocate this investment to several projects around the state to boost the resilience and reliability of electrical grid infrastructure and deliver affordable, clean energy.\n\nResidents across New Orleans remember the misery caused by the catastrophic power failure that followed Hurricane Ida for several weeks. Our nation\u2019s climate emergency is causing more frequent and destructive weather events, and extended power outages are becoming a common threat to Louisianians.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m excited to celebrate this momentous step toward a sustainable solution to the many challenges created by frequent disasters and the power outages they cause. These lighthouses will enable our houses of faith and nonprofits to better serve Louisianians when it\u2019s needed most. Seven down, and many more to come,\u201d said Rep. Carter.\n\nThe Community Lighthouse project aims to provide commercial-scale solar power and back-up battery capacity to 86 congregations and community institutions across the city. During extended power outages the lighthouses will immediately assess need and aid their surrounding communities. They will provide charging stations, food distribution, cooling and heating stations, oxygen exchange, light medical equipment, and more. When the entire network of 86 lighthouses is complete, every New Orleans resident will live within a 15-minute walk of one.\n\nBackground\n\nNew Orleans and communities across Louisiana are on the front lines of the climate crisis, suffering the effects of more frequent and destructive weather events. The extended power outages they cause leave residents vulnerable to extreme temperatures and without critical medical supplies and necessities.\n\nAs a solution, Together New Orleans put forward a vision to build the nation's largest network of solar + storage resilience hubs at churches and community centers across Louisiana.\n\nThe Community Lighthouse is being funded through public-private partnerships, and philanthropic efforts, including:\n\n$3.8 million community project funding by Congressman Carter - the single largest in the nation for a solar-related project.\n\n$1 million from the Greater New Orleans Foundation through a \u201cLeadership Challenge Grant\u201d to launch the initiative.\n\n$2 million from the City of New Orleans, from Wisner Grant and American Rescue Plan Act funds.\n\nOther funders include the U.S. Department of Energy, Direct Relief, and Episcopal Relief and Development, among others.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-julia-letlow-la-05-rep-jill-tokuda-hi-02-rep-john-james-mi-10-and-rep-juan", "Rep. Julia Letlow (LA-05), Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Rep. John James (MI-10), and Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) Introduce the Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Letlow (LA-05), Congresswoman Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Congressman John James (MI-10), and Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) introduced the Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act. This bipartisan legislation authorizes State Entities who receive grants through the Charter Schools Program (CSP) to use a portion of their funding to support the application process and development of new charter schools.\n\nCurrently, the CSP does not allow funding to be used for the planning phase of charter schools. If passed, this bill will allow for up to 5% of CSP grants to go towards the pre-planning that is required to apply for a new charter school. The applications are long and tedious, so the funding will be used to ensure high-quality prospective charter school applicants have the tools and assistance they need to successfully complete the process. Additionally, the bill allows State Entities to use a percentage of grant funds towards technical assistance and quality improvements for charter schools.\n\n\u201cCharter Schools provide children with excellent opportunities in education,\u201d said Rep. Julia Letlow (LA-05), \u201cI\u2019m proud to introduce this critical legislation with my colleagues Congresswoman Jill Tokuda, Congressman John James, and Congressman Juan Ciscomani to support high-quality charter school developers so we can continue to expand learning opportunities for our students.\u201d\n\n\u201cAll of our students deserve the best when it comes to their education, and who knows better than our teachers,\u201d said Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02). \u201cThat\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to join Rep. Letlow in introducing the Empowering Educators to Lead Act, which would provide more equitable access to pre-planning resources for educators looking to start public charter schools. In Hawai\u02bbi, public charter schools provide our keiki with innovative, high quality educational opportunities in their community. This bill will provide the funding and support needed for the often burdensome and complex process of opening a public charter school.\u201d\n\n\u201cI believe every child should have the best possible shot at success through education. By slashing red tape and making it easier to start a charter school through legislation like the Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act, we can expand academic opportunity, put parents back in the driver\u2019s seat and ensure students reach their full potential. I\u2019m proud to stand with my colleague, Rep. Julia Letlow, to introduce this legislation.\u201d said Rep. John James (MI-10).\n\n\u201cOur education system cannot be one size fits all, and families should have all options available to them when finding an education that best fits their child. The Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act alleviates major burdens on high-quality charter school developers, which often serve as barriers for establishing charter schools in our communities. By cutting this red tape, we are making charter school education available to more families and new communities.\u201d said Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06).\n\n\u201cThe Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act is a great step forward in attracting a diverse pool of educators and community leaders across the country to open high-quality public charter schools,\u201d said Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. \u201cThis is a win for communities, families, and students. Local educators and leaders know best how to serve their students and this bill offers them the critical resources they need to put a plan to open a charter school. On behalf of the charter school community, we thank Representative Letlow for her leadership in introducing this bill and Representatives Tokuda, James, and Ciscomani for sponsoring the bill and their lifelong support for greater educational opportunities for all kids and families.\u201d\n\nSpecifically, this bill would:\n\nAuthorize State Entities to make pre-planning awards of up to $100,000 to the prospective charter applicants.\n\nAllow State Entities to use up to 5% of their CSP grant funds for their pre-planning awards.\n\nRaise the cap on the percentage of State Entities grant funds that can be used for State technical assistance and quality improvement from 7% to 10%.\n\nConfirm that States\u2019 technical assistance activities can include assistance to charter schools for locating and accessing a facility.\n\nImportantly, the technical assistance can be used to help locate and access a facility for charter schools, which is a major barrier to starting a charter school. The full bill text can be found HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-President-Biden-Turns-a-Blind-Eye-To-Iran", "Scalise: President Biden Turns a Blind Eye To Iran", "2023-11-16", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network\u2019s Mornings with Maria Bartiromo to talk about successfully ending the Christmas omnibus cycle, House Republicans fight to secure the border, and President Biden\u2019s refusal to take a stand against Iran. Leader Scalise slammed President Biden for continuing to release billions of dollars to Iran and lift sanctions on Iranian oil production after the horrific attack on Israel and amidst attacks on American troops in the Middle East. Additionally, Leader Scalise highlighted how House Republicans\u2019 are exposing the Biden family\u2019s dirty business dealings in their committee investigations.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to watch the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-We-Must-Unleash-American-Energy-in-the-Gulf", "Scalise: We Must Unleash American Energy in the Gulf", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement today regarding the ruling by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals to move forward with Lease Sale 261 later this year:\n\n\u201cThis court decision requiring the offshore lease sale to move forward is welcome news for American families and small businesses that are sick and tired of liberal special interests and the Biden Administration doing everything in their power to shut down American energy production. We are seeing the real-time consequences of this administration\u2019s energy failures as President Biden chooses to rely on hostile foreign nations like Iran, Venezuela, and Russia instead of unleashing cleaner, lower-cost American energy right here at home in the Gulf of Mexico.\n\n\u201cIt is infuriating to see this administration make every attempt to sabotage this lease sale in the Gulf when so many hard-working families are bearing the brunt of high energy prices. I applaud the decision by the 5th Circuit to move ahead with the sale with the original acreage for later this year.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-House-GOP-Will-Vote-to-Freeze-%246-Billion-Biden-Gave-to-Iran", "Scalise: House GOP Will Vote to Freeze $6 Billion Biden Gave to Iran", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), and Committee on Foreign Affairs Chairman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) to discuss the importance of passing a two-step continuing resolution on the House floor to keep the government open while Republicans fight to change the way Washington runs. Additionally, Leader Scalise emphasized that Congress must not allow Iran, which funds terrorist organizations like Hamas, access to the $6 billion President Biden gave to them.\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Releasing-Funds-to-Iran-is-an-Attack-on-Israel-and-Our-Troops", "Scalise: Releasing Funds to Iran is an Attack on Israel and Our Troops", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network's Kudlow to discuss President Biden\u2019s failure to take action against Iran and the need to reform Washington's broken spending habits. Leader Scalise slammed the Biden Administration for continuing to release billions of dollars to Iran, freeing up more funds they can use to support terrorism, and highlighted House Republicans\u2019 bill to prevent Iran from receiving any more money. Additionally, Leader Scalise stressed that Congress needs to break the Christmas Eve omnibus cycle and change Washington\u2019s spending trajectory.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to watch the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/11/10/higgins-working-to-return-postal-service-to-henderson/", "Higgins Working to Return Postal Service to Henderson", "2023-11-10", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) released an update on efforts to restore postal delivery in Henderson, LA after speaking with senior United States Postal Service (USPS) officials today.\n\nThe USPS was recently forced to terminate its lease for a Contracted Postal Unit (CPU) in Henderson, which has left around 200 residents without local mail service. Many of these citizens are elderly, vulnerable, or otherwise unable to drive to Breaux Bridge to retrieve their mail.\n\nOn a call with senior USPS officials from DC and Louisiana, Congressman Higgins proposed potential solutions to restore local mail services in Henderson. This includes extending nearby carrier routes to cover the 50-60 impacted households and contracting with a private business to establish a new CPU in Henderson.\n\nThe USPS is currently reviewing a potential lessor for a new contracted postal unit in Henderson, which is considered the most expedient solution.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-statement-louisiana-special-session-redraw-congressional", "Congressman Carter Statement on Louisiana Special Session to Redraw Congressional Maps", "2023-11-10", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) released the following statement in response to governor-elect Jeff Landry\u2019s intent to call a special redistricting session after the recent ruling of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit:\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s past time for the Legislature to face simple math. One third of six is two. It has been clear for over a year and a half that Louisiana is operating under a Congressional map that clearly violates the Voting Rights Act. History has not been kind to Legislatures that wait for courts to force them to do what they are clearly required to do. I sincerely hope that the new Legislature draws two majority-minority districts as required by the Voting Rights Act. The law is clear. It\u2019s never too late to do the right thing.\n\n\u201cI look forward to doing all within my power to assist in bringing about maps that will fairly represent the people of Louisiana.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-praises-committee-passage-his-securing-cities-improvement", "Congressman Carter Praises Committee Passage of his Securing the Cities Improvement Act", "2023-11-09", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) praised the passage of his bill, H.R. 4403, the Securing the Cities Improvement Act, in the House Committee on Homeland Security. This bill would ensure stability within the Securing the Cities (STC) program and partnerships with at-risk cities.\n\n\u201cI was proud to introduce this legislation with my colleagues from across the aisle. This bill would help cities build and maintain their security capabilities against nuclear or radiological threats,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cI would like to stress while my bill is a priority and of the utmost importance, it can only help cities if the CWMD is reauthorized before the December 21, 2023, sunset. Without CWMD, there is a real possibility that the Securing the Cities program would cease to operate. I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues to address the sunset issue so that programs like Securing the Cities will continue to be fully operational.\u201d\n\nThe Security the Cities Improvement Act would allow the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) to determine which cities to partner with for the STC program based on the jurisdiction's capability and capacity to prepare for and respond to threats or vulnerabilities against a terrorist attack and other high-consequence events utilizing nuclear or other radiological materials. It would also establish performance metrics and milestones for the STC program and monitor expenditures for the program. Furthermore, this legislation would require DHS to provide a report to Congress regarding participation in the STC program, the establishment of metrics and milestones for the program, and plans for any changes to the program.\n\nBackground\n\nThe STC Initiative was launched by the Department of Homeland Security in Fiscal Year 2007 as a pilot program to support New York City, Jersey City, and Newark in detecting and preventing nuclear or radiological threats. The STC program has now grown and provides 14 local governments with detection equipment, training, exercise support, operational and technical subject matter expertise, and programmatic support. However, the program is limited to \u201chigh-risk urban areas\u201d designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) program. This linkage between STC and UASI can create uncertainty for local governments participating in the program, as the composition of jurisdictions in the UASI program can vary considerably from one year to the next.\n\nThe Securing the Cities Improvement Act is cosponsored by Reps. Thompson, Bennie G. (D-MS) and Clay Higgins (R-LA).\n\nRead the fill bill text here.\n\nWatch Rep. Carter\u2019s remarks here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-letlow-and-rep-landsman-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-increase-access", "Rep. Letlow and Rep. Landsman Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Access for Child Care Small Businesses", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Julia Letlow (R-LA-05) and Representative Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) introduced bipartisan legislation to increase access for child care small businesses across the country.\n\nRep. Letlow and Rep. Landsman\u2019s bipartisan legislation titled the Child Care Small Business Insight and Improvement Act will increase the U.S. Small Business Administration\u2019s role in supporting for-profit child care small businesses.\n\nThe Child Care Small Business Insight and Improvement Act will:\n\nDesignate a point-person at the U.S. Small Business Administration whose focus is on supporting for-profit child care providers\n\nRequire the U.S. Small Business Administration to conduct a study on the needs and challenges of for-profit child care providers, identify what resources the SBA currently provides to for-profit child care providers, and make recommendations to address the challenges faced by for-profit child care providers\n\n\u201cQuality access to affordable child care is essential for working parents across our nation,\u201d said Rep. Letlow. \u201cAs a single mom, I see firsthand how important child care is in order for women to return to the workforce after having children. I\u2019m proud to help introduce this bipartisan legislation so those parents can focus on going to work each day to provide for their families, and ensure child care providers have the resources needed to be successful and help move our economy forward.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur goal is to make life better for children and families, and increasing access to quality, affordable child care is a huge part of that,\u201d said Rep. Landsman. \u201cThe U.S. Small Business Administration has a role to play, which is why our legislation would make sure there is a point-person at the federal level whose focus every day is improving child care in our country. Our legislation also requires SBA to study the child care crisis inside and out so that Congress has the information it needs to fix this crisis. When child care providers are successful, children are taken care of, parents can go to work, and our economy continues to grow.\u201d\n\nThe full bill text can be found HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-2024-House-Calendar", "Scalise: 2024 House Calendar", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) announced the 2024 legislative calendar for the second session of the 118th Congress.\n\nClick here to download the calendar.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-House-GOP-Stands-With-Families-of-Missing-Israelis", "Scalise: House GOP Stands With Families of Missing Israelis", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) and the families of four hostages taken by Hamas terrorists to discuss the horrific attacks perpetrated by Hamas on the Israeli people and the need for unified support for Israel from the United States. Leader Scalise emphasized that House Republicans will stand by these families and the families of all missing or murdered Israelis in their pursuit of answers and justice, and will support Israel every step of the way in their war against these barbaric terrorists.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/11/06/higgins-announces-2-9m-in-hurricane-recovery-efforts/", "Higgins Announces $2.9M in Hurricane Recovery Efforts", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $2,949,776.63 million in federal grants for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana.\n\nThe funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported.\n\nThe reimbursement includes:\n\n\u00b7 $1,608,031.43 to the Society of the Roman Catholic Church for repairs to St. Margaret School. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n\u00b7 $1,341,745.20 to the City of Lake Charles for repairs to the Henry Heights Recreation Center. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\nMuch of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient.\n\nA more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins\u2019 actions on hurricane recovery is available here.\n\nCongressman Higgins issued the following statement:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/bipartisan-paid-family-leave-working-group-completes-briefing-series-prepares", "Bipartisan Paid Family Leave Working Group Completes Briefing Series, Prepares for Next Steps", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Members of the bipartisan Paid Family Leave Working Group, Co-Chairs Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Stephanie Bice (R-OK) and Representatives Julia Letlow (R-LA), Colin Allred (D-TX), Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D. (R-IA), and Hayley Stevens (D-MI),highlighted their progress since launching in January. The first-of-its-kind working group has held six Member-level meetings with policy and business experts. The meetings, mostly closed to the press, covered a range of topics and helped the working group explore possible legislative initiatives. Following the six-part briefing series, Member-level conversations will begin on a legislative framework to put forward in the coming months.\n\n\u201cPaid family leave remains a major priority as we continue working to support American families,\u201d said the Paid Family Leave Working Group members. \u201cOur bipartisan approach reflects our commitment to finding enduring solutions, and we look forward to sharing what we\u2019ve learned and our recommendations for next steps.\u201d\n\nFollowing the creation of the House working group, the Senate stood up a similar bipartisan group dedicated to advancing paid family leave policies for more Americans.\n\nA summary of the six meetings to date can be found below.\n\nHistory of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA): On February 7, 2023, the working group was joined by former Senator Chris Dodd (D-CT) and former Republican HELP Committee Staffer Stephanie Monroe \u2013 both individuals who were instrumental in passing FMLA 30 years ago.\n\nLessons Learned from Successful State-Level Paid Leave Efforts: On March 28, 2023, representatives from Colorado, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Washington, and the District of Columbia briefed the working group on their successful efforts to enact paid leave legislation.\n\nHearing from Private Insurance Industry: On April 18, 2023, various insurance companies came to Capitol Hill to discuss the role they might play in implementing paid leave policies.\n\nConvening Small Business Leaders: On May 11, 2023, nearly a dozen leaders in the small business sector shared their hopes and concerns about the impact of a federal paid leave policy on staffing and operating costs.\n\nLarge Employers and Trade Association Collaboration: On July 18, 2023, the working group hosted large companies such as The Home Depot and IBM, alongside trade associations, to discuss their current paid leave policies and how a federal framework might operate.\n\nIntersection of Caregiving and Paid Leave: On September 28, 2023, the working group held their sixth and final fact-finding meeting to talk about how related issues like childcare and senior care affect the paid leave landscape.\n\nEarlier this year, the working group also sent a letter to then Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, urging consideration of paid leave legislation during the 118th Congress.\n\nICYMI: Read what they\u2019re saying about the bipartisan Paid Family Leave Working Group in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, CNN, and Forbes.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-julia-letlow-la-05-co-leads-building-infrastructure-local", "Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) Co-Leads the Building Up Infrastructure for Local Departments (BUILD) Act of 2023", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05), Congressman Chris Pappas (D-NH), and Congressman Tom Kean (R-NJ) introduced the Building Up Infrastructure for Local Departments (BUILD) Act of 2023. This bill will prioritize new grants for small and rural public agencies that will be focused on upgrading local law enforcement and fire department facilities that serve fewer than 50,000 residents.\n\nThese grants will be given through the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Emergency Management Act (FEMA). Over three years, $250 million will be allocated annually for the DOJ program, BUILD, and $250 million will be annually allocated for the FEMA program, BUILD-FIRE.\n\nMany local departments operate out of facilities that date back to the 1980s or before, and are in need of modifications to meet current standards. With this bill, the Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security will be directed to conduct a study of the construction and renovation needs of police and fire department facilities to make sure the necessary modifications and upgrades are met.\n\n\u201cOur local law enforcement, first responders, and firefighters are the lifeline of the safety and well-being of our communities,\u201d said Congresswoman Letlow. \u201cIt is critical that the brave men and women who put themselves in harm\u2019s way in service to our communities have the proper resources they need to keep us safe. I\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in introducing the bipartisan BUILD Act, to ensure our rural public safety agencies have the adequate investments to continue their critical work for our communities.\u201d\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s clear from the conversations I\u2019ve had with our law enforcement, fire fighters, and town representatives that this legislation would help our communities and departments fund much needed public infrastructure upgrades,\u201d said Congressman Pappas. \u201cOur public safety agencies must have access to the funds they need to upgrade their facilities to modern standards, supporting our officers as well as community safety. I will continue to work alongside our communities, and with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle, to advocate for the resources they need to promote public safety and keep us safe.\u201d\n\n\"Supporting funding for local law enforcement and firefighters is paramount to safeguarding the heart of our communities,\u201d said Congressman Kean. \u201cWe must invest in these courageous professionals who risk their lives to protect us daily, respond to emergencies, and keep our neighborhoods secure. I am proud to co-sponsor the BUILD Act. We owe it to our first responders to provide adequate funding so they can do their jobs effectively.\"\n\nSpecifically, the BUILD Act would:\n\nAuthorize a new BUILD grant program at the Department of Justice to modify, upgrade, or construct facilities for small local law enforcement agencies serving jurisdictions of less than 50,000\n\nAuthorize a new BUILD-FIRE grant program at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to modify, upgrade, or construct facilities for small fire departments serving jurisdictions of less than 50,000\n\nFor fire departments with EMS contingents, EMS projects would be eligible too\n\nRequire a GAO study of the sufficiency of the existing capital infrastructure of small public safety agencies over the near term and long term\n\nRequire the Attorney General to conduct and publish a study of the met and unmet construction and renovation needs of a national sample of police departments\n\nRequire the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct and publish a study of the met and unmet construction and renovation needs of a national sample of fire departments", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/letlow-stefanik-allen-steel-re-introduce-bill-modernize-workplace-effectively", "Letlow, Stefanik, Allen, Steel Re-Introduce Bill to Modernize the Workplace to Effectively Identify and Validate Workers\u2019 Skills", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Julia Letlow (R-LA) joined Representatives Elise Stefanik (R-NY) Rick Allen (R-GA), Michelle Steel (R-CA) to re-introduce the Validate Prior Learning to Accelerate Employment Act. This legislation will accelerate the advancement of job seekers in the workforce by more effectively identifying and validating their existing skills gained through prior work experience, military service, life experience, or education.\n\n\u201cHelping citizens find jobs and connecting employers with skilled workers is one of the most essential building blocks of a strong economy,\u201d stated Congresswoman Julia Letlow. \u201cThis bill is a great measure to help put more Americans back to work and leverage the skills and education they have.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am proud to reintroduce the Validate Prior Learning to Accelerate Employment Act to modernize how the workforce system weighs skills learned from military service and prior work,\u201d stated Congresswoman Elise Stefanik. \u201cUpstate New Yorkers, including our Servicemembers with nontraditional experiences and backgrounds, are ready to get to work but are often overlooked due to their lack of traditional academic degrees. Experience is an invaluable teacher, and this bill is a win for NY-21 as it gets qualified candidates back into the workforce benefiting our economy.\u201d\n\n\u201cToo often qualified job seekers who possess valuable skills from prior work experience are overlooked by employers,\u201d stated Congressman Rick Allen. \u201cBut having started my own construction business, I know firsthand how important it is to hire employees with the skills necessary to step right into the job. With nearly ten million unfilled jobs across our nation, it is imperative we move past the status quo and recognize that a four-year college degree is not the only measure of what a worker can bring to the table. That\u2019s why I am proud to join my colleagues in re-introducing the Validate Prior Learning to Accelerate Employment Act, which will help ensure employers can find qualified job candidates through skills-based hiring and empower more individuals to achieve the American Dream.\u201d\n\n\u201cReal life experience is invaluable in the workplace,\u201d statedCongresswoman Michelle Steel. \u201cThis bill could be the catalyst for changing many workers' lives for the better and filling a critical need in the labor market. I am grateful to Rep. Stefanik for introducing the Validate Prior Learning to Accelerate Employment Act and to my colleagues for supporting this legislation to invest in the futures of countless Americans.\u201d\n\nSpecifically, this legislation updates the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to enhance the use of competency-based assessments in the workforce system. It directs States to coordinate with industry organizations, employers, training providers, local workforce boards, and institutions of higher education to identify or develop assessments that measure an individual\u2019s knowledge, skills, and abilities for the purposes of:\n\nAwarding recognized postsecondary credentials valued by employers in the state or postsecondary credit towards earning such credentials.\n\nDeveloping individual employment plans that identify in-demand industry sectors or occupations that require similar knowledge, skills, and abilities, and any upskilling needed to secure employment in those fields.\n\nHelping individuals communicate their skills to prospective employers through skills-based resumes, profiles, or portfolios.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/11/02/higgins-announces-grant-funding-for-south-louisiana-law-enforcement/", "Higgins Announces Grant Funding for South Louisiana Law Enforcement", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the Department of Justice\u2019s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) is awarding $62,975 to the Town of Lake Arthur for the hiring of additional law enforcement officers and $500,000 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for school security improvements.\n\nThe COPS office was created after the passage of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 to advance effective policing practices through direct award of competitive discretionary grants to law enforcement agencies across the United States. The grants engage and support law enforcement agencies to advance public safety to protect the communities that they serve.\n\nThe grant funding includes:\n\n\u00b7 $62,975 to the Town of Lake Arthur for the hiring of entry-level career law enforcement officers to create and preserve jobs and increase crime prevention efforts.\n\n\u00b7 $500,000 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for the improvements to security at schools and on school grounds.\n\n\u201cThis funding is welcome news. I have spent most of my career dedicated to uniformed service. My Brothers and Sisters of the Thin Blue Line risk their lives every day. They deserve respect and proper funding to protect the communities that they serve,\u201d said Congressman Higgins. \u201cOur nation has seen a steep rise in crime over the past few years and recruitment numbers are down nationwide for officers. Now more than ever they need our help.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Biden-is-M.I.A.-on-the-Border-Crisis", "Scalise: Biden is M.I.A. on the Border Crisis", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Yesterday, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) on Fox News Channel's Hannity. Leader Scalise slammed President Biden for his failure to address the border crisis, highlighting how House Republicans came together to pass H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, to fix the problem. Leader Scalise also addressed how President Biden shows weakness to our adversaries.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-House-Republicans-are-Standing-Up-to-Iran", "Scalise: House Republicans are Standing Up to Iran", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) to discuss getting the House back on track, passing appropriations bills, and standing with our ally Israel. Leader Scalise highlighted how House Republicans are bringing forward a bill to ensure Israel has what they need in their fight to defend themselves. Leader Scalise also slammed President Biden for not taking strong action against Iran and emphasized the importance of reimposing sanctions on Iranian oil.\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-issues-statement-israel-security-supplemental", "Congressman Carter Issues Statement on Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 6126, Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act:\n\n\u201cI am very disappointed that Speaker Johnson and extreme MAGA Republicans have chosen to put conditions on aid to Israel. The Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act provides none of the over $10 billion in humanitarian assistance requested by President Biden. This would deny life-saving humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza, to displaced Ukrainians, and to millions globally who are experiencing the devastating effects of Putin\u2019s war and other global conflicts.\n\n\u201cThis ill-conceived strategy also leaves out vital security and economic assistance to Ukraine while it fights to defend its sovereignty against Putin\u2019s brutal war of aggression. The key components of U.S. assistance to Ukraine have been exhausted and now is the time to aid our ally at a pivotal moment in the war without delay, not embolden Vladimir Putin and his desire to crush our democracy as we know it.\n\n\u201cFinally, this bill sets a dangerous precedent of tying strings to emergency funding. Emergency spending is intended to respond to urgent, evolving needs, and conditioning this aid only endangers vulnerable communities at the time they need it most. As a Louisiana member, a state that requires more hurricane-related, disaster assistance than anywhere else in the country, I will not be responsible for establishing this practice. Congress has historically responded to emergencies in a bipartisan manner without conditions and must do so again.\n\n\u201cOur ally Israel, and the Palestinian people, urgently require aid. The political gamesmanship is unacceptable, particularly at a time when we can least afford it.\n\n\u201cI grieve the tragic loss of innocent lives witnessed over the past 26 days. I join with all my Palestinian and Israeli friends who are heartbroken and terrified watching the horrors of war unfold, destroying the lives of innocent people.\n\n\u201cIsrael has the right to defend itself; however, they must do so in a manner consistent with the Geneva Convention. There are rules to war that everyone needs to follow. We MUST concentrate our attention on protecting the innocent while abolishing the terrorist Hamas. Civilians \u2013 Israelis and Palestinians, men and women, babies and the elderly \u2013 must be protected.\n\n\u201cI also want to stress the importance of allowing civilians to evacuate. As I vote tonight, hundreds of thousands of people in Gaza are waiting by the border and praying for an escape to safety. We must open an evacuation corridor and expedite humanitarian aid.\n\n\u201cHamas is the enemy of Israelis and the Palestinian people. Israelis and Palestinians have a common enemy in Hamas and Iran.\n\n\u201cI want this violence to end. As a man of faith, I believe that every single life on Earth is precious, and the last month has shown me how fragile the pursuit of peace is and how quickly life can be taken away.\n\n\u201cMy heart aches for the people of Israel and the Palestinian people. My heart aches for everyone in Louisiana and around the globe who has felt hopeless watching the atrocities of war unfold. I am praying for an end to this crisis. We must lay the groundwork for a better future for ALL people living in the Middle East.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-graves-introduce-bipartisan-bill-help-remaining-2016-flood", "Congressman Carter, Graves Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Remaining 2016 Flood Victims", "2023-10-30", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) and Congressman Garret Graves (R-La.), members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, introduced legislation to extend the Duplication of Benefits (DoB) relief provision in the Disaster Recovery Reform Act (DRRA) of 2018 for an additional five years. Without this bill, the provision will expire this year, putting current and future disaster victims at risk.\n\n\u201cStorms don\u2019t discriminate. They affect us all, regardless of race, political party, or socioeconomic status,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cOur bipartisan bill would allow governors to ask the federal government not to consider a loan a duplication of a grant following a disaster. It\u2019s wrong to tell someone desperate to return home after a storm that because they took out a loan, they will be unable to benefit from future federal programs. A loan is not a grant, and I\u2019ll happily provide a copy of the dictionary to anyone who thinks otherwise.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe federal government has spent less time expediting the recovery process for our community than they have developing reasons why we shouldn\u2019t receive recovery assistance at all,\u201d said Rep. Graves. \u201cTheir crazy policies have made it nearly impossible for families to recover, and our bill changes this trajectory. We promised the 2016 Flood victims that we would not give up \u2013 and the majority of Duplication of benefits victims were promised relief through our previous efforts. We aren\u2019t going to stop until the remaining flood victims receive the relief that they deserve.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nAfter the 2016 Flood, the Louisiana delegation secured $2.9 billion in Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds to help flood victims rebuild and protect our community from future flooding events.\n\nHowever, recovery funds promised to victims were reduced or eliminated if a homeowner had qualified for a federal disaster recovery loan from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Because the homeowner was already approved for federal relief, HUD stated it would be a \u201cduplication of benefits\u201d for them also to receive a federal recovery grant from the CDBG-DR program. While SBA loans are required to be repaid to the federal government, CDBG-DR grants were one-time payments to victims and do not require repayment.\n\nIn 2018, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee included language in DRRA to clarify that a loan is not duplicative of a grant because the federal government makes different kinds of assistance available at different times after a disaster.\n\nBut, when HUD implemented this DoB fix, the agency said that a loan is still considered duplicative of a grant if a homeowner makes more than 120 percent of the area median income (AMI). As a result, many remaining DoB homeowners were prevented from accessing the grant dollars, even if they had simply applied for a loan and never received it. The AMI requirement did not apply to original flood victims, only those who had received eligibility through the DRRA DoB fix. Carter and Graves\u2019 legislation clarifies that HUD cannot use an additional income test to determine eligibility for duplication of benefits relief.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Slams-Further-Delay-of-Lease-Sale-in-Gulf-of-Mexico", "Scalise Slams Further Delay of Lease Sale in Gulf of Mexico", "2023-10-27", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "JEFFERSON, LA. \u2014 House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement today slamming the continued delay of Lease Sale 261 in the Gulf of Mexico by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans:\n\n\u201cNow, more than ever, we need to be laser-focused on unleashing American energy to lower costs for hard-working families and small businesses, while also helping our allies abroad. We should not be relying on hostile foreign nations for energy like Iran, Venezuela, and Russia that use those funds to advance dangerous agendas that are at odds with our national security. The continued delay of this lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico is absurd and once again caves to radical extremists without giving a single thought to the impact on our energy and national security and the thousands of jobs that will be jeopardized if this sale doesn\u2019t move forward.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-carter-celebrates-39-million-new-orleans-recycling-expansion-and-planning", "Rep. Carter Celebrates $3.9 Million for New Orleans Recycling Expansion and Planning", "2023-10-27", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "NEW ORLEANS, LA \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) joined Dr. Earthea Nance, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Administrator for South Central Region and community partners to celebrate a $3,982,000 million grant for the City of New Orleans. This funding was made possible through the EPA\u2019s the Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant Program (SWIFR) and will be used to construct a new Materials Recovery Facility, expand current residential curbside recycling, and develop a 10-year solid waste master plan.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m committed to environmental sustainability, and this grant funding is a significant milestone in New Orleans\u2019 journey towards a greener and more environmentally responsible future,\u201d said Rep. Carter \u201cI\u2019m also proud that this grant aims to ensure that federal investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved, and overburdened by pollution. Environmental justice MUST be at the center of any action to address disproportionate health and environmental impacts on communities, especially communities of color. Together, we will make New Orleans a shining example of environmental stewardship, equity, and progress.\u201d\n\nCongressman Carter voted for and helped craft the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which made this grant possible. The Infrastructure, Investment, and Jobs Act provided the largest EPA investment in recycling in 30 years to support National Recycling Strategy implementation.\n\nBackground\n\nThe City of New Orleans will expand its current residential curbside recycling program to all eligible households. This expansion will ensure universal and equitable access to curbside recycling, providing new recycling access to about 73,000 households and to replace 10,000 legacy recycling carts. The city also will develop a 10-year solid waste master plan that evaluates regional recycling processing infrastructure and capacity, explores opportunities for organics diversion including food waste, and explores infrastructure and policy needs to address waste diversion in multifamily and commercial operations. These project components will help the city meet its Climate Action Plan goal of a 25% waste diversion rate by 2030.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/10/25/higgins-supports-mike-johnson-for-speaker-of-the-house/", "Higgins Supports Mike Johnson for Speaker of the House", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued the following statement after voting for Congressman Mike Johnson (R-LA) to become the 56th Speaker of the House.\n\n\u201cOur country is at a critical juncture, and Mike Johnson is the right man to unify and lead our Republican Majority. He\u2019s been a Brother to me since we came to Congress in 2017. We have stood shoulder to shoulder, battling for conservative principles and working to advance Louisiana\u2019s interests. He is a true and dedicated Patriot who will lead our Republican Conference with strength, intellect, and determination.\n\n\u201cWith Speaker Mike Johnson, we can now resume our efforts to significantly reduce our nation\u2019s debt, combat inflation, secure our southern border, continue our impeachment investigations, and affirm the United States\u2019 support for Israel.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-The-House-Stands-United-With-Israel-Against-Hamas", "Scalise: The House Stands United With Israel Against Hamas", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House Floor supporting Israel's right to defend itself. Leader Scalise strongly condemned the heinous acts of Hamas against the Israeli people. Additionally, Leader Scalise called for the U.S. to stand up against Iran for funding these attacks by freezing the $6 billion dollars released to Iran by the Biden Administration and preventing the sale of Iranian oil on world markets.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise\u2019s full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Celebrates-Election-of-Speaker-Mike-Johnson", "Scalise Celebrates Election of Speaker Mike Johnson", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), and members of the House Republican Conference to celebrate the election of Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.). Leader Scalise highlighted how Speaker Johnson upholds the principles this great nation was founded upon and emphasized the importance of getting Washington working for the American people.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise\u2019s full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-issues-statement-speaker-house", "Congressman Carter Issues Statement on Speaker of the House", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) released the following statement in response to today\u2019s vote for Speaker of the House:\n\n\u201cMy vote for Speaker will always be Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Leader Jeffries and the Democratic agenda put people over politics. It\u2019s a vote I proudly cast. However, a Speaker is chosen from the majority party. In this case the Republican Party has chosen Congressman Mike Johnson. I trust that Speaker Johnson will do everything in his power to bring order back to the People\u2019s House.\n\n\u201cI will continue to work across the aisle to address key issues facing every American \u2013 from keeping the government open, fighting for environmental justice, fixing risk rating 2.0, providing disaster relief, enshrining voting rights, and much more.\n\n\u201cMike Johnson and I are ideologically worlds apart, but I consider him a friend and colleague. Together, we must continue to fight for Louisiana and our great country. Congratulations, Mr. Speaker. Let\u2019s move forward and get back to work.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-julia-letlow-and-lisa-blunt-rochester-introduce-bipartisan-resolution", "Reps. Julia Letlow and Lisa Blunt Rochester Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing October as World Menopause Awareness Month", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (DE) introduced a bipartisan resolution that will make October \u201cWorld Menopause Awareness Month,\u201d and October 18th \u201cWorld Menopause Day.\u201d The goal of this resolution is to raise awareness of this condition that millions of women around the world naturally experience and increase access to care during menopause and postmenopause.\n\n\u201cAwareness is an essential agent for the future of women\u2019s healthcare decisions. Oftentimes very little guidance is available to women who experience menopause symptoms,\u201d said Rep. Letlow. \u201cI\u2019m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation with Rep. Rochester to improve awareness, so when women experience menopause they have a much better understanding of what healthcare options and treatments are available to them.\u201d\n\n\u201cMillions of women throughout the United States and throughout the world going through menopause experience this natural, yet often challenging, phase of life without the information or support they need,\u201d said Rep. Blunt Rochester. \u201cThat\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to join Rep. Letlow in introducing this bipartisan resolution recognizing World Menopause Day. We know that women can experience the symptoms of menopause for as long as a decade - and that those symptoms can drive women out of the workforce and severely impact their quality of life. We must continue to raise awareness, and ensure that women have the resources they need so that no one suffers in silence.\u201d\n\nThe resolution will:\n\nIncrease global awareness of menopause by designating October as \u201cWorld Menopause Awareness Month.\u201d\n\nRecognize the effect that menopause has on women, and the effect it has on the health and economic development of the U.S.\n\nSupport training on menopause and menopause treatments for health workers.\n\nIncrease access to health information and services that promote healthy aging quality of life before, during, and after menopause.\n\nEncourage the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to\n\nConduct research on menopause and treatments\n\nProvide information to women, patients, and health care providers regarding menopause, screening tools, and treatment options with the goal of improving the quality of life of women affected by menopause\n\nUpdate the information, tools, and studies currently available that focus on helping women live with menopause\n\nRequest the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.\n\nTo read the full resolution text, click HERE.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Supports-Mike-Johnson-for-Speaker", "Scalise Supports Mike Johnson for Speaker", "2023-10-24", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) issued the following statement in support of Speaker-designate Mike Johnson (R-La.):\n\n\u201cI am proud to support my dear friend Mike Johnson for Speaker of the House. Mike is a strong leader who has the full support of our entire conference, and has a proven track record as a conservative leader who will fight for the American people against President Biden\u2019s radical agenda that is crushing hard-working families. Mike has already done a fantastic job serving as Vice Chairman of the House Republican Conference, and on the Judiciary Committee, he has been a key voice in our investigations holding the Biden Administration accountable. Mike is honest, hardworking, and principled \u2013 he is a great man and will make a great Speaker. I look forward to continuing to work with my good friend to get this country back on track and deliver results for American families who deserve better from Washington. Congratulations to my friend, Speaker-designate Mike Johnson!\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-celebrates-300-million-investment-louisianas-electric-grid", "Congressman Carter Celebrates $300 Million Investment in Louisiana\u2019s Electric Grid", "2023-10-19", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) announced over $300 million for two Louisiana projects which he championed that will boost the resilience and reliability of electrical grid infrastructure and deliver affordable, clean energy. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Rep. Carter voted for and helped craft, these projects will deliver affordable, clean electricity to Louisiana and ensure that our communities have a reliable grid that is prepared for extreme weather worsened by the climate crisis.\n\n\u201cThe GRIP program is bringing real results to Louisiana by addressing critical infrastructure challenges,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cWe aren\u2019t just fortifying our state\u2019s electric grid against the escalating impacts of climate change, we are also fostering community resilience and committing to social equity. This funding is a beacon of progress, demonstrating a comprehensive and inclusive approach to modernizing infrastructure for a sustainable and resilient future. Louisiana continues to experience the positive impacts of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. I will continue to partner with Secretary Granholm and the Biden-Harris Administration on the implementation of these transformative investments.\u201d\n\nThe Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) Program funds activities to modernize the electric grid which will reduce the impacts of natural disasters and extreme weather worsened by climate change; increase the flexibility, efficiency, and reliability of the electric power system with a particular focus on unlocking more solar, wind, and other clean energy and reducing faults that may lead to wildfires; and improve reliability by deploying innovative approaches to electricity transmission, storage, and distribution.\n\n\u201cExtreme weather events fueled by climate change will continue to strain the nation\u2019s aging transmission systems, but President Biden\u2019s Investing in America agenda will ensure America\u2019s power grid can provide reliable, affordable power,\u201d said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm. \u201cToday\u2019s announcement represents the largest-ever direct investment in critical grid infrastructure, supporting projects that will harden systems, improve energy reliability and affordability\u2014all while generating union jobs for highly skilled workers.\u201d\n\n\"These awards for Entergy New Orleans and the State of Louisiana mark a major, positive step for our community following the destruction and long-term outages from Hurricane Ida just over two years ago,\u201d said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. \u201cThis federal funding will allow Entergy to strengthen our grid infrastructure in the face of increasingly stronger storms, while adding critical solar backup storage power. Funding for the State's HERO project will expand residential access to critical solar-powered resilience hubs, including at City and NORD facilities. I want to thank our partners in Louisiana's Federal Delegation who voted to make this funding available, and to the Biden Administration for the vote of confidence to expand the innovative resilience work being pioneered here in New Orleans.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nThe GRIP Program seeks to enhance grid flexibility and improve the resilience of the power system against growing threats of extreme weather. Funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and administered by the Department of Energy\u2019s (DOE) Grid Deployment Office, the GRIP program leverages federal and private investments to ensure that communities across the nation have a reliable grid that's prepared for extreme weather while also delivering affordable, clean energy and creating robust local opportunities for economic investment and jobs.\n\nIn Louisiana, the two projects chosen will focus on better positioning disadvantaged communities to withstand extreme weather. The state of Louisiana will launch a strategic initiative with 15 government entities, energy companies, and community and academic institutions to enhance statewide emergency response operations by deploying a network of Community Resilience Hubs powered by distributed energy resources microgrids. These microgrids can stand alone or integrate with utility-owned electric grid infrastructure and back-up generation assets.\n\nUnder a separate project, Entergy New Orleans will enhance the local grid\u2019s resilience to severe weather, including hardening existing transmission lines and distribution systems to reduce outage frequency and duration. It will also deploy a battery backup project that will reduce energy bills for disadvantaged communities.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-praises-800k-pollution-prevention-resources-southern", "Congressman Carter Praises $800K Pollution Prevention Resources for Southern University", "2023-10-19", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) announced that Southern University in Louisiana will receive a $796,428 Pollution Prevention Grant through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The grant is one of 24 recipients recently announced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This funding will be used to reduce water pollution from nearby industrial facilities.\n\nLast Congress, Rep. Carter helped secure $100 million in pollution prevention grants through the enactment of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which he proudly championed.\n\n\u201cThis is great news for Louisianians who have endured environmental injustice for far too long,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cAll Americans \u2013 no matter where they live \u2013 deserve to breathe clean air, drink safe water, and live in a healthy environment. That's why I worked so hard to craft the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and am proud to see underserved communities access this critical funding and technical assistance to improve public health at the local level. As the Member for Region 7 of the Regional Leadership Council, I will continue to work closely with the Biden-Harris Administration to ensure these transformative environmental protection policies and programs reach every American in every community in our region.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nSouthern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center\n\nSouthern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center\u2019s proposed project will provide technical assistance to manufacturing clusters located within East Baton Rouge and New Orleans East to increase P2 implementation rates (for example, promoting safer chemical substitutions). Technical assistance will include on-site water quality assessments and workshops that offer practical solutions to reduce the amount of hazardous substances released to aquifers, such as leveraging EPA\u2019s Safer Choice program. Additionally, the project includes a place-based approach to assess and empower communities to identify, track, and recognize the most impactful solutions that curb hazardous discharge to bodies of water and air. The proposed project will improve human health and the environment in disadvantaged communities by improving clean water and clean air outcomes in East Baton Rouge and New Orleans East, two historically disinvested regions.\n\nThe full list of recipients can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-I-Never-Came-Here-For-A-Title", "Scalise: I Never Came Here For A Title", "2023-10-12", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Scalise (R-La.) announced to his colleagues his withdrawal from the race for Speaker of the House. Following his announcement, he spoke to the press about his decision. See his full statement below:\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise\u2019s full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/10/11/higgins-supports-steve-scalise-speaker-house/", "Higgins Supports Steve Scalise for Speaker of the House", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued the following statement announcing his support of Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) for Speaker of the House.\n\n\u201cThe country and the world need a functioning Congress. We must be capable of responding to national and international crisis, and we have an obligation to elect a Speaker. None of our priorities can move forward without a Speaker \u2013 forcing significant reductions in federal spending, restoring law and order at the southern border, moving deeper into impeachment investigations, and responding to the atrocities committed against Israel.\n\n\u201cBoth Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise are dear friends, and I\u2019m the only individual in the Louisiana Delegation who is a core member of the House Freedom Caucus. My support for Steve is not opposition to Jim. However, we have an urgent duty to perform as a body. We must unify behind our Party\u2019s nominee for Speaker of the House and return to serious legislative business.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/House%20Republicans%20Nominate%20Scalise%20for%20Speaker", "House Republicans Nominate Scalise for Speaker", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, the House Republican Conference voted to nominate Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) for Speaker of the House. Speaker-designate Scalise highlighted that, as Speaker, he would hold the Biden Administration accountable for its refusal to secure America's southern border, which allowed for an unchecked flow of fentanyl and suspected terrorists to cross into the United States. Speaker-designate Scalise also highlighted his support for Israel and highlighted landmark legislation passed through the House to help families struggling under inflation, and called out Senate Democrats for failing to take action.\n\nClick here or the image above to view the Speaker-designate Scalise's remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Leader-Scalise-Discusses-The-House-Speaker-Race%2C-The-Border%2C-%26-Israel", "Leader Scalise Discusses The House Speaker Race, The Border, & Israel", "2023-10-11", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox News\u2019 Fox & Friends to highlight his candidacy for Speaker of the House of Representatives. Leader Scalise outlined how his record as Republican Whip and Majority Leader has given him critical experience in unifying Republicans to pass major legislative wins. Leader Scalise highlighted that his top priority as Speaker would be to secure America\u2019s border, which the Biden Administration leaves undefended amidst historic surges of illegal border crossings, record-high gottaways, and fentanyl deaths in communities across the country. Leader Scalise also highlighted our support for Israel and how the Biden Administration\u2019s open border policies allowed individuals on the terror watch list to enter into America.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Statement-on-Attack-on-Israel", "Scalise Statement on Attack on Israel", "2023-10-08", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement today:\n\n\u201cThe United States will always stand with Israel, our greatest ally in the Middle East. This is war, not an isolated terrorist attack. Israel must defend itself, and I will firmly back them as they take all steps necessary to eradicate these terrorists. We must work to make sure Israel has what it needs to destroy Hamas and any others involved in this attack while deterring other threats to its security. Let me be clear: this is a deliberate, unprovoked and evil attack by Iranian-backed terrorists who want nothing more than to destroy Israel, and America will not stand by idly. Israel has our full support and prayers.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-release/Rep.-Burgess-Owens-Oped%3A-Choose-Scalise-for-Speaker", "Rep. Burgess Owens Oped: Choose Scalise for Speaker", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 In case you missed it, today Congressman Burgess Owens (R-Utah) penned an oped for The Hill urging his Republican colleagues to nominate Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) to be their nominee for Speaker of the House. Congressman Owens noted that Leader Scalise is the conservative uniter with a proven track record the Conference needs.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view the full article.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-release/Scalise%3A-As-Speaker%2C-I%27d-Lead-In-The-Fight-For-American-Families", "Scalise: As Speaker, I'd Lead In The Fight For American Families", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox News\u2019 Fox & Friends to discuss his candidacy for Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. The full interview can be seen below.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/10/05/higgins-announces-33m-hurricane-recovery-efforts-total-delivered-now-totals-42/", "Higgins Announces $33M in Hurricane Recovery Efforts, Total Delivered Now Totals $4.2 Billion", "2023-10-05", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $33,665,799.56 million in federal grants for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana.\n\nThe funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported.\n\nThe reimbursement includes:\n\n$2,599,655.79 to the Office of Risk Management for building repairs to McNeese University. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$2,360,537.10 to the Office of Risk Management for repairs to the LERC Building at McNeese University. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$4,362,027.89 to the Office of Risk Management for repairs to the Farm Building at McNeese University. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$2,801,975.04 to the Office of Risk Management for repairs to the Rockefeller Office Buildings at McNeese University. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$2,247,619.50 to the Office of Risk Management for repairs to the Equine Center at McNeese University. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$2,264,528.62 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for repairs to Vinton Elementary School. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$7,887,056.40 to Jefferson Davis Electric Co-Op Inc for permanent restoration of damaged 69kV transmission lines. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 428 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$3,675,311.55 to the Jefferson Davis Electric Co-Op Inc. for permanent restoration of the damaged Hackett Substation power transmission and distribution facility. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$1,918,229.67 to the Calcasieu Parish School Board for building repairs for Oak Park Elementary School. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$3,362,076.00 to Calcasieu Parish for residential mitigation of 16 properties. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 404 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$186,782.00 to Calcasieu Parish for management costs related to the residential mitigation efforts. The award is made pursuant to Section 1215 of the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018, which amended Section 324 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\nMuch of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient.\n\nA more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins\u2019 actions on hurricane recovery is available here.\n\nCongressman Higgins issued the following statement:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Announces-Run-for-Speaker-of-the-House", "Scalise Announces Run for Speaker of the House", "2023-10-04", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) sent a letter to his colleagues today seeking their support for the House Republican Conference\u2019s nomination for Speaker of the House. The full text of the letter can be found here and below:\n\nDear Colleague,\n\nWe all came here to save this country from being taken down a dangerous path of destruction. We don\u2019t sacrifice time with our families to come to Washington to fight over the small things \u2013 we are here because we care about our children\u2019s futures and the kind of country they will grow up in. Under the failed leadership of President Biden, our country is being pushed to the brink. Americans cannot afford life\u2019s daily expenses, and for many the American Dream is getting further out of reach. Our debt will cripple our grandchildren. Our border is wide open and must be secured. Our energy supply is being willingly depleted. Crime is surging, our cities are being destroyed, and drugs are flowing into our communities from Biden\u2019s open border. Every state is now a border state, with millions of unvetted illegal immigrants being shipped across the country, robbing social services meant for hard-working citizens. The rule of law is in doubt; the Justice Department is weaponized to target political enemies and shield allies. Our standing around the world is in question, and there is no accountability for the decisions that allowed 13 of our soldiers to be killed in the failed surrender of Afghanistan.\n\nI firmly believe this Conference is a family. When I was shot in 2017, it was Members of this Conference who saved my life on that field. When I made it to the hospital and my family was told my chances of surviving were low, it was the prayers from all of you that carried us through. When I was in the hospital for nearly 15 weeks, it was the possibility of getting back to work with all of you that kept me motivated to get better. During that time, I was often asked why after nearly losing my life because of this job I would want to go back. But it was never a question for me: I love this country, and I believe we were sent here to come together and solve the immense challenges we face. As I face new challenges, I feel even more strongly about that today. I know the coming weeks ahead will be some of the most arduous times we will face together, but this Conference is worth fighting for \u2013 we cannot lose sight of our shared mission. Now, more than ever, we must mend the deep wounds that exist within our Conference and focus on our objectives so we can get back to work for the millions of people who are counting on us.\n\nIt is with that sense of responsibility and purpose that I am seeking the Conference\u2019s nomination for Speaker of the House.\n\nYou know my leadership style I\u2019ve displayed as your Majority Leader and Whip.\n\nI have a proven track record of bringing together the diverse array of viewpoints within our Conference to build consensus where others thought it impossible.\n\nWhen I ran to be your Majority Leader, I made a commitment to turn our conservative agenda into legislative action, facilitate a legislative process built on regular order and Member input so all Members and their constituents have a voice in the House of Representatives, and to hold the Biden Administration accountable.\n\nWe moved our top agenda items through the House based on those three commitments. We ran an efficient, collaborative, and successful process involving multiple committees of jurisdiction to pass H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, which would lower costs, lower inflation, and make America energy independent once again. When we ran into challenges on our border package, we pressed pause on that committee process to bring in dozens of Members, both on and off committee, to iron out our differences on border and immigration policy. The result of that work was H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, the most conservative border bill the House has ever passed. And we delivered on our commitment to ensure that parents have a say in their children\u2019s education through the passage of H.R. 5, the Parents Bill of Rights.\n\nWhile we have made tremendous progress so far this Congress and have demonstrated that we can unite against failing liberal policies, more work needs to be done. We have an extremely talented Conference, and we all need to come together and pull in the same direction to get the country back on the right track.\n\nNow is not the time to slow down. We are conducting critical oversight of a corrupt administration. We are in the midst of considering individual appropriations bills in an open and transparent process, with Members from across the Conference offering amendments to ensure their constituents and districts are represented. We laid out an aggressive schedule to complete floor consideration of all 12 appropriations bills to go into Senate negotiations with the strongest hand possible, and we cannot afford to lose any more time achieving that goal.\n\nOur strength as a Conference comes from our unity, and we have seen when we unite as a Conference, we can deliver wins for the American people. Now we need to take those unified positions and work to extract conservative wins from the Democrat Senate and White House by leveraging upcoming deadlines. While we need to be realistic about what can be achieved, if we stay united, we can preserve leverage for the House to secure tangible wins in our impending policy fights. The task before us is not without its challenges, but I believe in this Conference and our ability to come together and achieve great things.\n\nGod already gave me another chance at life. I believe we were all put here for a purpose. This next chapter won\u2019t be easy, but I know what it takes to fight and I am prepared for the battles that lie ahead. I humbly ask you for your support on this mission to be your Speaker of the House.\n\nGod Bless,\n\nSteve", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/10/03/higgins-comer-investigate-potential-regulatory-overreach-mortons-salt-mine/", "Higgins, Comer Investigate Potential Regulatory Overreach at Morton\u2019s Salt Mine", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and House Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-KY) delivered a letter to Assistant Secretary of Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Christopher Williamson, raising concerns about MSHA\u2019s issuance of a pattern of violations notice at Morton\u2019s Salt Inc.\u2019s Weeks Island and Mine in New Iberia, Louisiana.\n\n\u201cUpon identifying a pattern of violations, MSHA\u2019s standard procedure includes notifying the mine operator and providing it with the opportunity to implement a Corrective Action Program (CAP). Morton Salt proactively engaged with MSHA to implement corrective measures as early as May 2022, even before submitting a CAP to MSHA for its approval in June of 2022,\u201dwrote the lawmakers.\n\n\u201cThe International Chemical Workers Union Council of the UFCW, the union at Weeks Island, noted significant improvements and urged MSHA to allow the CAP to be fully implemented. However, MSHA did not follow its own regulations, ignored mitigating circumstances, and prematurely issued a POV notice, which Congress authorized MSHA to use only as a \u2018last resort.\u2019 MSHA\u2019s actions and forthcoming decisions will have profound implications for Morton Salt and the livelihood of its employees.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-issues-statement-house-republican-civil-war", "Congressman Carter Issues Statement on House Republican Civil War", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) released the following statement in response to the motion to vacate Speaker Kevin McCarthy:\n\n\u201cThis Speakership has been dysfunctional since day one. Americans deserve better, and it is our job as elected officials to move our country forward. The \u2018House Republican Civil War\u2019 we\u2019re witnessing today is at best distasteful, and at worst defective.\n\n\u201cI came to Congress to make Louisianian\u2019s lives better, to guarantee vital resources for combatting natural disasters, to defend social security and Medicaid, and to protect our most vulnerable. I will continue to find bipartisan solutions with my colleagues whenever possible in the best interest of the people I serve.\n\n\u201cI will always put people over politics; progress over partisanship.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-praises-house-passage-bill-honor-dr-rudy-lombard", "Congressman Carter Praises House Passage of Bill to Honor Dr. Rudy Lombard", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) praised the House passage of H.R. 996, his bill to designate the Post Office located at 3901 MacArthur Blvd. in New Orleans, Louisiana, in the heart of Algiers where the Lombard and Carter families grew up, as the \"Dr. Rudy Lombard Post Office.\" This legislation was supported by the Louisiana House Congressional delegation in a bipartisan effort.\n\nDr. Rudolph \u201cRudy\u201d Lombard was born in the Algiers neighborhood in 1939 and is remembered as a New Orleans icon for his work as a Civil Rights Hero, educator, and lifelong community advocate. He grew up witnessing widespread discrimination against Black New Orleanians and his early life experience prompted him to become an activist. As a college student at Xavier University, Rep. Carter\u2019s alma mater, Lombard famously led a sit-in at the McCroy\u2019s Five & Dime store in protest of Jim Crow laws. Joining him in these protests were the \u201cCORE Four,\u201d Lanny Goldfincy, Cecil Carter, Jr., and Oretha Castle. Their case made its way to the Supreme Court in 1963 and, after review, their criminal mischief arrests were tossed out. This was one of several cases that became precedent for striking down segregation laws and practices.\n\n\u201cToday, we are not just bestowing an honor on a distinguished individual. We are cementing a legacy, recognizing a man whose life exemplified leadership by example,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cDr. Lombard was not only a standard-bearer; he was a force for positive change, a catalyst for movements that brought people together. I pray this serves as a reminder to future generations that the struggle for justice is real, and the impact of one person's commitment can resonate across the ages.\u201d\n\nRead the fill bill text here.\n\nWatch Rep. Carter\u2019s Floor Speech here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/10/02/icymi-higgins-lays-foundation-impeachment-president-biden/", "ICYMI: Higgins Lays the Foundation for Impeachment of President Biden", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) joined the Oversight Committee in investigating the Impeachment of President Biden.\n\nOver the past year, the committee has investigated the Biden family\u2019s domestic and international business dealings to determine if these activities have compromised U.S. national security and Biden\u2019s ability to lead with impartiality.\n\nClick here or the image above to watch.\n\nCongressman Higgins\u2019 remarks and questioning below:\n\nCongressman Clay Higgins\n\nThank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Turley. Professor, we\u2019re gonna be moving quickly here. Let us retract from the absurdities of 21st-century Twitter. Let\u2019s go back to 1787, shall we.\n\nArticle Two, Section Four: the President, Vice President, and all civil officers of the United States shall be removed from office on impeachment for and conviction of treason, bribery, and other high crimes and misdemeanors.\n\nHigh crimes and misdemeanors is not, and never has been limited to indictable criminality. Mr. Turley, Professor, please tell us briefly, sir, what was the actual meaning in 1787 of high crimes and misdemeanors?\n\nProfessor Jonathan Turley\n\nWell, this has been a matter of obviously robust debate for many decades. What we do know is that there were various terms that were offered and were rejected.\n\nThe most famous being maladministration and James Madison was uncomfortable with that. But they were also uncomfortable with limiting it to like treason and bribery.\n\nCongressman Clay Higgins\n\nExactly. It was never designed to be limited by writ of statute. Was it professor? Would Madison argue that quote-unquote, \u201cbetrayal of trust to foreign powers is an impeachable offense?\u201d\n\nProfessor Jonathan Turley\n\nThere are references into that type of betrayal of trust. But also, if you take a look at past impeachments, they have gone to the violation of public trust, including the use of office to perpetuate false accounts or to obstruct this body.\n\nCongressman Clay Higgins\n\nAgreed. So impeachment is a mechanism of our congressional authority is not a criminal proceeding, is a professor?\n\nProfessor Jonathan Turley\n\nit\u2019s not. What I\u2019ve said previously is that I happen to believe you should start with the Criminal Code and look at things that would be crimes for others because those resonate the most in turn.\n\nCongressman Clay Higgins\n\nThose criminal code violations would be revealed through the investigative effort of the congressional endeavor to inquire into impeachable offenses like this hearing, would you agree?\n\nProfessor Jonathan Turley\n\nThat\u2019s right.\n\n\u2026.\n\nCongressman Clay Higgins\n\nMr. Turley based upon the constitutional parameters of the House of Representatives. Do you agree that our Oversight Committee, Judiciary Committee, and Ways and Means Committee should be judiciously investigating reasonable suspicion of impeachable actions by President Joe Biden?\n\nProfessor Jonathan Turley\n\nI do. I think it is your duty to get answers to these questions and to see if the President was involved in what I think is a confirmed corrupt influence-peddling effort.\n\nCongressman Clay Higgins", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-carter-hosts-youth-mental-health-panel-congressional-black-caucus-annual", "Rep. Carter Hosts Youth Mental Health Panel at Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference", "2023-10-02", "2023", "2023-10", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) hosted the panel \u201cOur Kids are NOT Ok, and Neither are We!\u201d at the 52nd Annual Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference (CBC ALC). This panel brought together health care experts and stakeholders for a discussion about Black youth mental health.\n\n\u201cYouth mental health is a global crisis. Regardless of age, location, education, and economic standing, racism is the biggest barrier to mental health for the Black community,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cI was proud to host this CBC ALC session where we heard from the experts on the ground who are talking to our young people every day. This event was an extraordinary gathering of visionaries, activists, and leaders who are shaping the future of Black community.\u201d\n\nIn May, Congressman Carter introduced H.R. 3760, the Mental Health Workforce Act, to create more diversity and increase the number of culturally competent mental health care providers in the United States. Numerous barriers to access mental health care treatment persists in communities of color, including the stigma associated with mental illness, general distrust of healthcare institutions, and lack of health insurance.\n\nIn July, Congressman Carter convened the annual \u201cHBCU Cares Mental Health Symposium\u201d to bring together Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) president\u2019s and stakeholders for a discussion about Black student\u2019s mental health. This dialogue focused on themes including reducing isolation, improving campus safety, and increasing access to health care providers.\n\nPanelists for this event included Dr. Shairi Turner, Chief Health Officer, Crisis Text Line, Dr. Sabrina N\u2019diaye, Psychologist, Center for Mind-Body Medicine, Brandon Johnson, Bureau Chief, Suicide Prevention Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Admin (SAMHSA), and Dr. Linda Henderson, Director, Evelance Health. The conversation was moderated by Patrice Webb, Kindness Gangsta and Brandon Coleman, Sole Cole. It was presented by Amazon.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/09/30/higgins-garbarino-lead-efforts-extend-national-flood-insurance-program/", "Higgins, Garbarino Lead Efforts to Extend the National Flood Insurance Program", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and Congressman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY) have introduced legislation to extend the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through March 31, 2024.\n\nThis extension would ensure continued coverage for NFIP policyholders and allow new policies to be written while the government works through appropriations bills and toward a long-term reauthorization and reform of the NFIP.\n\nEarlier this week, Congressman Higgins also introduced standalone legislation to extend the program through January 15, 2024.\n\nSince being elected to Congress, Congressman Higgins has supported the long-term reauthorization of NFIP, including reforms to improve the program. Over the summer, he helped introduce the bipartisan and bicameral National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization (NFIP-RE) Act of 2023, which would reauthorize the program for five years and provide greater stability for homeowners and small business owners.\n\n\u201cFlood insurance for Louisiana home and business owners is an unfortunate necessity. Many rely heavily on the NFIP to protect their livelihoods,\u201dsaid Congressman Higgins. \u201cSince coming to Congress, I have worked with bipartisan and bicameral colleagues to advance a reauthorization bill that ensures Louisiana residents are well protected from flooding. Congress should not allow this important program to lapse. My office remains deeply committed to prioritizing reforms that lower premiums, provide more accurate flood plain mapping, and focus on pre-disaster mitigation.\u201d\n\nRead Congressman Higgins\u2019 legislation here.\n\nRead the joint legislation here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Time-for-Senate-To-Do-Their-Work", "Time for Senate To Do Their Work", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) to highlight the bipartisan passage of a continuing resolution to keep America\u2019s government funded. Leader Scalise emphasized that, as House Republicans fight to rein in out-of-control government spending and secure America\u2019s southern border, the Senate has not taken up a single appropriations bill. As the White House and Democrats refuse to address the crisis at our border, Leader Scalise highlighted that the Republican-led bills will curb the unmitigated flow of crime and deadly fentanyl into American communities.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise\u2019s full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-issues-statement-government-funding-extension", "Congressman Carter Issues Statement on Government Funding Extension", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) released the following statement in response to the continuing resolution passed in the U.S. House of Representatives today to extend the government funding deadline:\n\n\u201cFunding the government is a fundamental responsibility of elected officials. This extension protects Louisiana jobs, safeguards important programs that people rely on, and provides much-needed disaster relief. Republicans were forced to do the right thing because of mounting pressure from Leader Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic Caucus, and most importantly the American people. This is a victory.\n\n\u201cA bipartisan compromise is the only way forward. This short-term solution gives us time to find that compromise.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/09/29/higgins-slams-biden-administration-weaponization-federal-government-oil-and/", "Higgins Slams Biden Administration for the Weaponization of the Federal Government on the Oil and Gas Industry", "2023-09-29", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) delivered an official letter to President Biden urging him to retract his proposed policies through the Department of Interior\u2019s five-year plan for federal offshore oil and gas leasing.\n\n\u201cThe plan announced today contains significant measures that restrict our ability to provide clean, affordable, reliable energy to the American people,\u201dwrote Congressman Higgins. \u201cIt represents the further weaponization of the federal government against the oil and gas industry and sets the stage for escalating energy costs that will burden American families and workers.\u201d\u2026.\u201cThis jeopardizes our national security and energy independence. Our current trajectory is unsustainable.\u201d\n\nThe letter continues to discuss the impacts the new leasing plan has on Louisiana. \u201cIn Louisiana, the offshore oil and gas industry is vital and supports economic prosperity for the entire country. Your proposed policies directly threaten American interests. I advise you to immediately retract your anti-American energy leasing plan.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Biden-Five-Year-Plan-is-%E2%80%98Too-Little%2C-Too-Late%E2%80%99", "Scalise: Biden Five-Year Plan is \u2018Too Little, Too Late\u2019", "2023-09-29", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement today slamming the Biden Administration after the release of the most restrictive Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program for 2024 \u2013 2029 in history:\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s announcement is the most restrictive five-year plan in our history. Once again, President Biden has sided with the radical climate mob rather than with hardworking families who are already suffering from sky-high gas prices and his self-created inflation crisis.\n\n\u201cPresident Biden intentionally delayed this plan by over a year and has attempted to sabotage American energy at every turn since. It further jeopardizes our energy and national security and will only continue to embolden our enemies abroad as we - and our allies \u2013 are forced to become more reliant on hostile foreign nations for our energy.\n\n\u201cSadly, this five-year plan offers too little, too late, and is an insult to the American people.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/09/28/higgins-crawford-introduce-prioritizing-offensive-agriculture-disputes-and/", "Higgins, Crawford Introduce the Prioritizing Offensive Agriculture Disputes and Enforcement Act", "2023-09-28", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA), a staunch advocate for Louisiana\u2019s agricultural community, and Congressman Rick Crawford (R-AR) introduced the Prioritizing Offensive Agriculture Disputes and Enforcement Act. The bill identifies trade barriers to the United States agriculture exports and develops strategies to enforce violations of trade agreements.\n\nThe initiative enhances Congressman Higgins\u2019 ongoing efforts to support Louisiana\u2019s unique agricultural needs in the Farm Bill.\n\nThis legislation has support from USA Rice and bicameral backing, including a Senate Companion Bill led by Sen Cassidy (R-LA). The Prioritizing Offensive Agriculture Disputes and Enforcement Act is a vital piece of legislation that will fortify the U.S. agriculture industry and promote fair trade practices.\n\n\u201cThis legislation aligns with our commitment to provide critically needed financial, trade, and workforce development to our farmers, fishermen, and producers,\u201d said Congressman Higgins. \u201cIt is imperative that we ensure an even playing field for American exports and strengthen fair trading relationships with foreign countries.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis bill helps get us to a point where our government is going to coordinate and strategize to get more wins for agriculture on the board, and there\u2019s no better place to start than with India. This bill is a win for all of U.S. agriculture because what our trading partners and our export competition are doing has an effect on us, so we need to use all of our tools available to resolve the tipping of the scales we\u2019re seeing,\u201dsaid Rep. Crawford.\n\n\u201cWe appreciate Senator Cassidy, Congressman Higgins and their colleagues for leading in Congress on this critical issue for the U.S. rice industry,\u201d said Bobby Hanks, CEO of Supreme Rice in Crowley, Louisiana, and chair of the USA Rice International Trade Policy Committee. \u201cA WTO case against India\u2019s rice subsidies is long overdue and long-term policy changes in India would help to make rice farmers from the U.S. and other origins that play by the rules, more competitive on the world market.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-introduces-prime-act", "Congressman Carter Introduces PRIME Act", "2023-09-28", "2023", "2023-09", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 With homecoming season fast approaching, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) introduced thePerformance, Resources, Inclusion, Matters for Equity (PRIME) Act to improve athletics at Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs) and Junior Colleges (JUCOs). Sports have been an important part of HBCU culture since the beginning. From the first Howard homecoming football game in 1924 to the annual Bayou Classic, these events bring the Black community together from around the country. Despite their reputation as beacons of culture, the success of these teams is often thwarted by a lack of funding.\n\n\u201cSupporting athletic programs at HBCUs would attract talented student-athletes and sports administrators by offering them the best athletic and academic experiences possible,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cIn turn, HBCUs would generate more revenue to provide the support and resources that their students deserve. My PRIME Act is the first of many investments that underfunded institutions are severely lacking.\u201d\n\nWhile programs at Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs) like Louisiana State University (LSU) have athletic budgets of $192 million annually, right down the road, Southern University reported an $18.5 million budget in 2022. Larger budgets allow universities to fund state-of-the-art training facilities and hire talented coaching staff for their athletes. For example, Texas A&M\u2019s Kyle Field is a $485 million facility, while Morehouse's Forbes Arena is only $8 million. HBCUs cannot compete with these programs given their current budgets. Talented student athletes often opt for PWIs when making their college decisions because of the difference in athletic program offerings.\n\nBackground\n\nTo attract and maintain talent, schools must have equitable funding for their athletic programs. The \u201cPRIME\u201d Act would provide this support in the form of grants to HBCUs and JUCOs with endowments lower than $900 million and an annual operating revenue for athletic programs that is less than $20 million, allowing like institutions to compete against one another for funding. These grants will be awarded by the Department of Education on a competitive basis and may be used to maintain athletic facilities and equipment as long as they are in accordance with NCAA guidelines.\n\nThe PRIME Act is cosponsored by Reps. Alma Adams (D-NC), James Clyburn (D-SC), Bennie Thompson (D-MS), Shelia Jackson Lee (D-TX), Yvette Clarke (D-NY), Hank Johnson (D-GA), Terri Sewell (D-AL), Donald Payne (D-NJ), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), Dwight Evans (D-PA), Donald Davis (D-NC), Glenn Ivey (D-MD), David Scott (D-GA), Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) and endorsed by the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF).\n\nFull bill text for the PRIME Act can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-julia-letlow-la-05-introduces-drought-assistance-improvement-act", "Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) Introduces the Drought Assistance Improvement Act", "2023-09-27", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Julia Letlow", "L000595", "letlow.house.gov", "letlow", "https://letlow.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) announced the introduction of H.R. 5691, the Drought Assistance Improvement Act. This bill will amend the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) and improve the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP).\n\nAs it currently stands, the Livestock Forage Disaster Program requires cattle producers to be at a level of Severe Drought (D2) for eight consecutive weeks to qualify for one month of disaster relief. The U.S. Drought Monitor is responsible for documenting the location, intensity, and length of droughts across the country, which is then used by USDA to determine when drought relief programs kick in. However, the Drought Monitor has not always been able to update information quickly enough, potentially leaving producers who are experiencing rapid drought conditions without any aid. Letlow\u2019s Drought Assistance Improvement Act makes common sense changes to allow for one monthly payment when a parish has four consecutive weeks of a Severe Drought (D2) rating and two payments for eight consecutive weeks of D2. This change will match a farmers safety net closer to the losses they are experiencing at the farm gate real-time.\n\nIn addition, the bill will expand ELAP coverage for farm-raised fish producers (including crawfish farmers) who have experienced losses caused by extreme weather or drought.\n\n\u201cLouisiana has been experiencing record droughts, affecting the livelihood of our farmers and producers,\u201d said Letlow. \u201cEight weeks of drought conditions is far too long for farmers to have to wait for assistance while they only receive one month of payment in return. I\u2019ve proposed we lower this metric to four weeks to ensure our farmers and producers can continue their family farming operations that are crucial to our region.\u201d\n\nThis bill will:\n\nModify the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) to allow for one monthly payment when a Parish has 4 consecutive weeks of a Severe Drought (D2) rating and two monthly payments for 8 consecutive weeks of D2.\n\nExpand coverage of the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP) for losses caused by adverse weather or drought.\n\nRequire the Secretary of Agriculture to provide documentation standards relating to decreased production of crawfish due to drought conditions, providing producers with clearer rules and better understanding of program requirements.\n\nLetlow continued: \u201cThis proposal is the first step in addressing shortcomings of how we use the drought monitor system to distribute disaster relief payments to our hardworking producers.\u201d\n\nThe Drought Assistance Improvement Act has garnered support from the Louisiana Farm Bureau, noting: \u201cFarm Bureau stands behind the Drought Assistance Improvement Act to make the disaster programs in the Farm Bill work better for our cattle ranchers and crawfish farmers. As a crawfish farmer myself, I see what a lack of rain does to yields. I\u2019m glad Congresswoman Letlow is working to have this unique Louisiana commodity added to the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm Raised Fish Program. Congresswoman Letlow\u2019s bill brings common sense to the Farm Bill by having one month of drought equal one month of support,\u201d said Jim Harper, Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation President.\n\nAdditionally with support from the National Cattlemen\u2019s Beef Association, noting: \u201cCattle producers across the country are currently facing significant hardships due to the continued impact of multiple years of unprecedented drought and skyrocketing input costs. This legislation will give producers another important tool in the toolbox to combat severe drought, while still giving the highest quality care to their cattle. NCBA thanks Rep. Letlow for introducing this critical legislation to help deliver timely relief to cattle producers experiencing extreme drought conditions,\u201d said Allison Rivera, NCBA Executive Director of Government Affairs.\n\nThe text of the legislation is available here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-House-GOP-Won%E2%80%99t-Let-Biden-Continue-To-Be-Derelict-On-Border", "Scalise: House GOP Won\u2019t Let Biden Continue To Be Derelict On Border", "2023-09-27", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House Floor in support of an amendment to hold the Secretary of the Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, accountable for his abject failure to secure America\u2019s southern border. Leader Scalise slammed Secretary Mayorkas and the Biden Administration for their forfeiture of control over the southern border to drug cartels and human traffickers, effectively turning every American community into a border town. Leader Scalise bashed the Biden Administration\u2019s open border policies which permit a virtually unchecked flow of fentanyl across our southern border, killing hundreds of young Americans every single day. Leader Scalise also highlighted the work of House Republicans to combat these harmful policies and equip America\u2019s Border Patrol agents with the necessary tools to secure our southern border, while also working to fund the government and rein in Washington\u2019s reckless spending.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise\u2019s full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-The-Border-Must-Be-Secured", "Scalise: The Border Must Be Secured", "2023-09-27", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), and Congressman Michael Cloud (R-Texas) to stress the urgency of addressing the issues that matter to American families: securing our border, having a strong national defense, and stopping reckless, wasteful, and unsustainable spending. Leader Scalise slammed Democrats and the White House for doing nothing to secure the border and refusing to cut spending in favor of reckless borrowing that would add trillions more to our national debt and leave our grandchildren to foot the bill. Leader Scalise also shared an update on his health and the successful conclusion of his first round of chemotherapy as he manages multiple myeloma.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/09/26/higgins-will-introduce-legislation-fight-against-federal-overreach-and/", "Higgins Will Introduce Legislation to Fight Against Federal Overreach and Oppressive Mandates to Improve Integrity of Horse Racing", "2023-09-26", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will introduce the Racehorse Health and Safety Act of 2023 (RHSA), which would protect the health and welfare of racing horses and improve the integrity and safety of horse racing.\n\nIn December 2020, through an omnibus bill, Congress passed the Horseracing Safety and Integrity Act (HISA), which was later signed into law by President Trump. HISA was passed with the intention of bringing uniformity to the horse racing industry by establishing a wide set of rules that would be implemented and enforced by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.\n\nSince its passage, which Congressman Higgins opposed, HISA has been riddled with legal setbacks. After its full implementation, Churchill Downs Racetrack, home of the Kentucky Derby, was forced to shut down after twelve horses died in six weeks. Despite spending millions, the HISA Authority has failed to identify the cause of the problem.\n\nThe Racehorse Health and Safety Act would:\n\nRepeal the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA).\n\nGrant states the right to enter into the interstate compact, which is a contract between multiple states to develop nationwide rules governing scientific control and racetrack safety for horse racing.\n\nEstablish the Racehorse Health and Safety Organization (RHSO) which will regulate the horse racing industry.\n\nEstablish three Scientific Medication Control Committees (SMCCs) to draft recommended rules for each breed.\n\n\u201cGovernment should be a partner to Americans, not a predator,\u201d said Congressman Higgins. \u201cThis legislation brings Constitutional liberties and rights to the forefront, protecting the horse racing industry and the beautiful animals that we love.\u201d\n\nThis legislation is endorsed by the National Horsemen\u2019s Benevolent & Protective Association (HBPA), the United Trotting Association (USTA), the North American Association of Racetrack Veterinarians (NAARV), and others.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/09/25/higgins-reintroduces-legislation-combat-fentanyl-drug-cartels/", "Higgins Reintroduces Legislation to Combat Fentanyl, Drug Cartels", "2023-09-25", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) is reintroducing the Homeland Security Fentanyl Enforcement Act of 2023, which would authorize Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), the investigative unit of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with full Title 21 authority for five years, subject to reauthorization.\n\nWith a force of 6,000 special agents, HSI is the primary DHS agency responsible for investigating transnational crime, including human smuggling, money laundering, gun trafficking, and transnational gang activity. Under current statute, HSI agents are limited by a reliance on the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to investigate Title 21 crimes.\n\nCongressman Higgins\u2019 bill was developed in consultation with frontline DHS law enforcement officers. This legislation would provide independent authority to empower HSI to employ its extensive knowledge of cartels and other criminal networks to engage in drug interdiction.\n\n\u201cCriminal cartels have control of our southern border and we need every resource available to restore law and order,\u201d said Congressman Higgins. \u201cDue to bureaucratic constraints, HSI lacks the independent statutory authority to enforce drug crimes and target these transnational criminal organizations. It\u2019s absurd. This common-sense bill adds thousands of highly skilled federal law enforcement officers to lead the fight against drug trafficking at no cost to the American taxpayers. We must work to keep deadly drugs out of our communities and keep America\u2019s borders safe.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Leader-Scalise-Applauds-Injunction-on-Biden%E2%80%99s-Anti-American-Energy-Deal-with-Climate-Radicals", "Leader Scalise Applauds Injunction on Biden\u2019s Anti-American Energy Deal with Climate Radicals", "2023-09-22", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "JEFFERSON, La. \u2014 House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement today after a federal judge ordered a halt to a Biden Administration decision to reduce the acreage of Lease Sale 261 and impose additional restrictions on operations as part of a back room deal with radical environment extremists:\n\n\u201cI applaud the Court for correctly deciding that the Biden Administration violated the law and circumvented Congress in their latest attempt to shut down energy exploration and production in the Gulf.\n\n\u201cIn a back room deal with radical anti-American energy extremists, the Biden Administration not only put nearly 20 percent of our nation\u2019s domestically-produced oil and gas at risk, but also acted illegally in disregarding federal law, failing to seek proper input from the public, and completely dismissing the significant impact this would have on funding for coastal restoration in Louisiana and other Gulf coast states.\n\n\u201cThis decision is a victory for the rule of law and for American families and small businesses who are sick and tired of secret deals between this Administration and radical special interest groups determined to make America beholden to foreign countries for our energy.\u201d\n\nThis ruling comes after Leader Scalise led a letter to federal agencies in August demanding information behind the agreement and questioning the legality of this decision.\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-issues-statement-response-saltwater-intrusion", "Congressman Carter Issues Statement in Response to Saltwater Intrusion", "2023-09-22", "2023", "2023-09", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-La.) released the following statement in response to the potential saltwater contamination in drinking water.\n\n\u201cI have joined with local and federal partners to closely monitor the potential saltwater contamination poised to threaten the Plaquemines, St. Bernard, Jefferson, and Orleans Parishes drinking water. I will work to provide all resources at my disposal in response to this situation.\n\n\u201cLocal officials have announced that it will notify residents well in advance of any changes that will be made to their water usage. I want to reassure you that our city\u2019s water is presently safe to drink. Please follow all government safety guidelines and stay informed.\u201d\n\nSign up to receive NOLA Ready emergency alerts to your phone or email. Text NOLAREADY to 77295 for alerts.\n\nFor more information about the Saltwater Wedge from the U.S. Army Corps. of Engineers, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/09/19/higgins-announces-grant-funding-port-morgan-city/", "Higgins Announces Grant Funding for the Port of Morgan City", "2023-09-19", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that U.S. Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD) is awarding $3,320,000 to the Port of Morgan City for the procurement, delivery, and assembly of cargo transloading equipment.\n\nThe United States Marine Highway Program funding, which is made available through regular appropriations, will provide the port with a 220-ton crane and 25-ton forklift that will be utilized to improve the efficiency and safety of the port transportation service.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-%26-Comer-Renew-Request-for-Information-on-FEMA%E2%80%99s-National-Flood-Insurance-Program", "Scalise & Comer Renew Request for Information on FEMA\u2019s National Flood Insurance Program", "2023-09-19", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON\u2014House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) and House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) are threatening the compulsory process to obtain compliance with a May 1, 2023, oversight request for documents and information related to the Federal Emergency Management Agency\u2019s (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). In the new letter to FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, the lawmakers emphasized they expect a substantive production of the previously requested information by September 25, 2023.\n\n\u201cOn May 1, 2023, a bipartisan group of fifty-one Members of Congress including those on the Committee on Oversight and Accountability sent a request for documents and information to inform oversight efforts of the Federal Emergency Management Agency\u2019s National Flood Insurance Program,\u201d wrote the lawmakers. \u201cMore than three months later on August 4, 2023, FEMA finally responded with a preliminary production; however, the response falls far short of expectations and appears to consist entirely of publicly available information already known to the requestors. At this point, the Committee is considering whether compulsory process is necessary to gain compliance with the May 1 oversight request.\u201d\n\nReporting earlier this year showed that FEMA\u2019s NFIP lumped nearly four million Americans in the Risk Rating 2.0 version of the program which has caused significant premium increases, making flood insurance to be unattainable for many. It is concerning if mispriced flood insurance based on inaccurate data is causing massive increases in premium rates and a rapid decline in the number of NFIP policies nationwide.\n\n\u201cThis oversight initiative is important to provide transparency to the rate setting process, inform policy and appropriations decisions, assess the overall marketplace for flood insurance, and evaluate impacts on program sustainability, affordability and housing markets,\u201d continued the lawmakers.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Returns-to-Capitol", "Scalise Returns to Capitol", "2023-09-14", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) returned to the Capitol following his recent diagnosis of multiple myeloma, a treatable form of blood cancer. Leader Scalise spoke with reporters about his treatments moving forward, as well as House Republicans\u2019 plans to rein in reckless government spending, and continue investigations into the corruption of President Biden and his family.\n\nClick here or the image above to view Leader Scalise's full remarks.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/09/10/higgins-introduce-legislation-banning-government-weaponization-artificial/", "Higgins to Introduce Legislation Banning Government Weaponization of Artificial Intelligence Technology", "2023-09-10", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) will introduce legislation that forbids the federal government from using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology as a tool to enforce laws and regulations.\n\nRecently, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that they will launch a \u201csweeping, historic\u201d tax enforcement initiative incorporating AI technology to allege \u201cunpaid taxes\u201d and seize money from American individuals and companies. In addition to using AI to act as a massive enforcement machine that continuously monitors all financial transactions, the IRS stated that an element of the new AI initiative includes monitoring and investigating digital assets. This would target taxpayers involved in digital currency transactions as well as traditional currency movement.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/29/higgins-harder-introduce-bipartisan-safeguarding-our-levees-act/", "Higgins, Harder Introduce Bipartisan Safeguarding Our Levees Act", "2023-08-29", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and Congressman Josh Harder (D-CA) introduced the Safeguarding Our Levees Act, which would protect communities from severe flooding by repairing damaged levees as quickly as possible.\n\n\u201cFrom the north, Louisiana receives all the water from the entire Mississippi River basin, and the Gulf of Mexico itself presents endless threat of flood,\u201d said Congressman Higgins. \u201cOur levee systems have not been adequately modernized and maintained for decades, primarily because of unnecessarily complex bureaucracy and endless delays caused by government interference. This legislation forces the federal government to act in a very timely manner once Congress approves and funds a project. It\u2019s a win for all of America.\u201d\n\n\u201cFamilies in San Joaquin County are still dealing with flood damage from the heavy rain earlier this year and we need to do everything we can to prevent future catastrophic flooding before the next big storm,\u201d said Rep. Harder. \u201cThe fact that there are broken levees that still haven\u2019t been fixed simply because of red tape is unacceptable, and my bill aims to change that. The Central Valley is incredibly vulnerable to severe flooding, and this is an important step to protect homes, businesses, farms, and communities in our region.\u201d\n\nThe Safeguarding Our Levees Act would:\n\nRequire broken levees to be rehabilitated by the Army Corps of Engineers in 180 days; and\n\nRemove the financial burden on local communities by creating a 75% federal/25% non-federal cost share for levee improvements.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/29/higgins-issues-statement-leader-scalise/", "Higgins Issues Statement on Leader Scalise", "2023-08-29", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) issued the following statement on Majority Leader Steve Scalise:\n\n\u201cSteve Scalise is one of the most courageous men I\u2019ve ever known. He\u2019ll beat cancer, because the Lord has blessed him with everything he needs to beat cancer, including a devoted, loving Wife and a beautiful family. Becca and I are confident Steve will fully heal, and our prayers for my Brother and his family will be constant.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Update-from-Majority-Leader-Steve-Scalise", "Update from Majority Leader Steve Scalise", "2023-08-29", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement today:\n\n\u201cAfter a few days of not feeling like myself this past week, I had some blood work done. The results uncovered some irregularities and after undergoing additional tests, I was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a very treatable blood cancer.\n\n\u201cI have now begun treatment, which will continue for the next several months. I expect to work through this period and intend to return to Washington, continuing my work as Majority Leader and serving the people of Louisiana\u2019s First Congressional District.\n\n\u201cI am incredibly grateful we were able to detect this early and that this cancer is treatable. I am thankful for my excellent medical team, and with the help of God, support of my family, friends, colleagues, and constituents, I will tackle this with the same strength and energy as I have tackled past challenges.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/28/higgins-issues-statement-impending-mask-mandates-and-covid-restrictions/", "Higgins Issues Statement on Impending Mask Mandates and COVID Restrictions", "2023-08-28", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "LAFAYETTE, LA \u2013 Congressman Higgins (R-LA) issued the following statement on the slow release of mask mandates and school shutdowns across the country.\n\nRecently, three school districts, two in Kentucky and one in Texas, closed schools down due to a lack of attendance from both teachers and students as many tested positive for COVID or had other illnesses. Mask mandates have begun to rise across the country as new variants are being reported. After reports broke of the new variants, the CDC recommended that individuals stop the spread by wearing masks, getting vaccinated and socially distancing. These recent shutdowns, mandates, and recommendations were a precursor to the pandemic back in 2020.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-and-senior-advisor-mitch-landrieu-announce-207-million", "Congressman Carter and Senior Advisor Mitch Landrieu Announce $207 Million for Climate Resilience in Louisiana", "2023-08-28", "2023", "2023-08", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "JEFFERSON PARISH, LA \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) joined Senior Advisor to the President, White House Infrastructure Coordinator, and former Mayor of New Orleans Mitch Landrieu where they announced project selections for new climate resilience funding for Louisiana totaling $207M. The selections, through two competitive grant programs, will help communities nationwide enhance resilience to climate change and extreme weather events.\n\n\"With this announcement, we celebrate a tremendous step towards securing our nation's future against the ravages of the climate crisis and extreme weather events,\" said Rep. Carter. \"This new climate resilience funding marks a pivotal moment in safeguarding our communities and building a more resilient nation. Millions of Americans bear the brunt of climate change's impact every year, whether through droughts, extreme heat, wildfires, or floods. These funds reflect a recognition of the growing threats posed by climate change and a commitment to addressing them head-on.\"\n\nThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Congressman Carter championed, provides FEMA with nearly $7 billion to help communities proactively reduce their vulnerability to flood, hurricanes, drought, wildfires, extreme heat, and other climate-fueled hazards. Since President Biden took office, Democrats have provided record funding to FEMA's annual resilience grant programs, increasing them from $700 million to $3 billion this year. This increased funding allows FEMA to expand its geographic scope in funding selections and protect more of our nation's communities that are most in harm's way from the effects of climate change and extreme weather.\n\n\u201cMillions of Americans in communities big and small feel the effects of climate change each year from more extreme and unpredictable weather, flooding, drought, extreme heat, wildfires and more \u2013 and of course in Louisiana, we\u2019re seeing impacts of them all,\u201d said Mitch Landrieu, Senior Advisor to the President and White House Infrastructure Coordinator. \u201cPresident Biden\u2019s Investing in America agenda provides the largest investment in resilience in American history, and the funding we\u2019re delivering to Louisiana will be a lifeline for many communities as we build a stronger, more resilient America.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nBuilding Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC)\n\nFor the BRIC national competition, FEMA selected 124 projects across 115 communities. These are critical mitigation projects and activities to reduce natural hazard risks for states, local communities, tribes, and territories. Projects selected in Louisiana\u2019s Second Congressional District include:\n\n$19 million to strengthen the electrical grid in Jefferson Parish, including by equipping poles and wires to withstand 150 mph winds. The project should decrease the risk of power outages to residents and critical facilities.\n\nFlood Mitigation Assistance (FMA)\n\nFor the Flood Mitigation Assistance program, FEMA selected 149 projects in National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)-participating communities in 28 states and the District of Columbia. This funding will go towards flood control and individual property mitigation projects such as elevation, acquisitions and mitigation reconstruction of repetitively flood-damaged buildings insured by the NFIP. Projects selected in Louisiana\u2019s Second Congressional District include:\n\n$34.8 million for the city of New Orleans to raise 193 flood-prone structures to reduce flooding, prevent future flooding, and addresses flood risk to Revere Repetitive Loss and Repetitive Loss properties.\n\n$23.18 million for Jefferson Parish to elevate 132 flood-prone structures, install green infrastructure to detain stormwater, and prevent future damage.\n\n$17.70 million for East Baton Rouge Parish to elevate 84 structures to two feet above the Base Flood Elevation and open green space for the community.\n\n$9.85 million for St. John the Baptist Parish to raise 52 flood-prone structures to prevent future flooding.\n\n$3.75 million for The Parish of St. Charles to reduce 39 Severe Repetitive Loss properties from future damage and reduce National Flood Insurance Program paid claims.\n\n$3 million for theparish of Ascension to elevate 18 Severe Repetitive and Repetitive Loss structures and elevate flood-prone properties and use nature-based solutions to reduce risk.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-convenes-affordable-housing-roundtables", "Congressman Carter Convenes Affordable Housing Roundtables", "2023-08-23", "2023", "2023-08", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "NEW ORLEANS, LA \u2013 Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) brought together USDA-RD State Director Deidre Deculus Robert, Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) Executive Director Joshua G. Hollins, local elected officials, and community partners to convene three Partnership for Housing roundtables across Louisiana. These conversations focused on the latest updates in federal housing, affordability, and insurance.\n\n\u201cI believe that housing is a basic human right and should be accessible to every Louisiana resident,\u201d said Rep. Carter. \u201cOur state has always faced unique challenges, and affordable housing and insurance resonate deeply in our hearts and homes. I understand that access to safe and affordable housing isn\u2019t just a fundamental right, but the foundation for families to build their dreams. Louisiana\u2019s vulnerability to natural disasters highlights insurance's essential role in safeguarding our homes and livelihoods. With recent memories of hurricanes and flooding, we recognize the urgency of finding comprehensive solutions that provide the protection we need and deserve. I was proud to partner with the Louisiana Housing Corporation, the Louisiana Department of Insurance, and USDA Rural Development to host today\u2019s important conversations.\u201d\n\n\u201cHomeownership remains a big piece of the American dream for many families. Connecting families to resources that provide them with a pathway to affordable homeownership is one of the flagship programs we offer at USDA Rural Development,\u201d said State Deidre Deculus Robert, Esq., Louisiana State Director at USDA Rural Development. \u201cThe Biden-Harris Administration, USDA, and Congressman Carter share that commitment. Joining Congressman Carter is his passion for affordable housing, we stand ready to provide information, resources, and homeowner workshops in any community in Louisiana. My office started conducting workshops recognizing that our citizens were not aware of our low interest loans, home repair products and other affordable housing opportunities. These workshops aid in understanding our programs and the application process.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/22/higgins-announces-37m-hurricane-recovery-efforts/", "Higgins Announces $3.7M in Hurricane Recovery Efforts", "2023-08-22", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C.\u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that FEMA is awarding an additional $3,753,290.81 million in federal grants for hurricane recovery efforts in Southwest Louisiana.\n\nThe funding is made available through the major disaster declaration for Hurricane Laura (DR-4559-LA), which Congressman Higgins supported.\n\nThe reimbursement includes:\n\n$1,233,425.80 to the city of Sulphur for emergency protective measures. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\n$2,519,865.01 to the South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association (SLECA) for system-wide repairs. The reimbursement is made at 90% federal cost-share and authorized under Section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Act.\n\nMuch of our official Congressional work to advance recovery projects occurs behind the scenes. Funding finalization and the associated formal announcement of funding are the result of constant efforts over many months with FEMA and state and local stakeholders. All funding will be delivered to the State of Louisiana. The state is responsible for disbursing the funds to each sub-recipient.\n\nA more extensive timeline of Congressman Higgins\u2019 actions on hurricane recovery is available here.\n\nCongressman Higgins issued the following statement:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%2C-McCaul%2C-Stefanik-Express-Concern-over-Biden-Admin-Deal-with-Iran", "Scalise, McCaul, Stefanik Express Concern over Biden Admin Deal with Iran", "2023-08-22", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), and House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) co-led a letter to President Biden underscoring concern over reports his administration has contemporaneously brokered a $6 billion prisoner deal and a nuclear understanding with the Iranian regime that are intrinsically linked, without submitting it for Congressional review pursuant to the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015 (\u201cINARA\u201d; 42 U.S.C. 2160e).\n\n\u201cOur citizens deserve answers about why your Administration is rewarding an Iranian regime that is targeting Americans overseas and at home,\u201d the lawmakers wrote. \u201cThe Administration must adhere to U.S. law which requires that any agreement, arrangement, or understanding, formal or informal, with Iran needs to be submitted to Congress pursuant to [the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act] INARA, and submit the information required by law to Congress, as prescribed by statute. Should the Administration continue to ignore U.S. law and flout congressional oversight, we will use all the tools at our disposal to bring transparency and accountability to the American people and return to a policy of maximum pressure that reverses Iran\u2019s nuclear advancements and deters its targeting of American citizens and servicemembers, support for terrorism, and other malign activities.\u201d\n\nThe full text of the letter can be found here and below.\n\nDear President Biden,\n\nWe write with significant concern that your Administration is pursuing a nuclear understanding with Iran alongside a hostage release deal.\n\nThe Wall Street Journal reported on August 11 that Iran had \u201cdiluted a small amount of 60% enriched uranium in recent weeks and slowed the rate at which it is accumulating new material.\u201d This report coincided with news of a deal for Iran to release five American hostages in exchange for several Iranian prisoners and access to at least $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets held in South Korea and potentially billions more held in Iraq. Taken together, this strongly suggests your Administration has contemporaneously brokered a $6 billion prisoner deal and a nuclear \u201cunderstanding\u201d with the regime that are inextricably linked. This would be a clear violation of your Administration\u2019s legal obligation under the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015 (\u201cINARA\u201d; 42 U.S.C. 2160e), which requires you to submit any \u201cagreement related to the nuclear program of Iran\u201d requiring U.S. action \u201cregardless of the form it takes, whether a political commitment or otherwise, and regardless of whether it is legally binding or not\u201d (42 U.S.C. 2160e(h)(1)) to Congress for formal review within five days.\n\nAny such deal or understanding with Iran that does not permanently and completely halt Iran\u2019s nuclear enrichment raises concerns that your Administration is entrenching an Iranian nuclear program that threatens U.S. national security. Iran now has enough fissile material to make two nuclear weapons and could field a nuclear weapon within several months should it decide to do so. Reducing the rate at which Iran is stockpiling 60% enriched uranium does not significantly change this threat, particularly as Iran continues to install advanced centrifuges. Iran has ceased complying with the terms of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and continues to refuse full cooperation with an ongoing International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) investigation. Moreover, Iran continues to support attacks on U.S. forces, threaten U.S. citizens, fund terrorist proxies, undermine freedom of navigation, commit human rights abuses against its own citizens, and fuel Russia\u2019s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine.\n\nThe Iranian regime, the world\u2019s number one state sponsor of terror, utilizes hostage-taking as a negotiating tactic and funding mechanism. The innocent Americans still under detention in Iran have endured years of false allegations, wretched conditions, and separation from their loved ones simply because the regime believes it can profit from them. Iran must release them, unconditionally. Even so, we are deeply concerned that allowing Iran to utilize $6 billion in exchange for innocent Americans creates a direct incentive for future hostage-taking by U.S. adversaries, especially Iran. This deal follows a dangerous precedent set by the Obama Administration, which settled a $1.7 billion claim by Iran, including a $400 million payment in pallets of cash, at the same time that Iran released four U.S. hostages, even as some U.S. government officials reportedly warned this could be seen as ransom. If the United States government continues to pay for hostages, Iran will keep taking them, and may demand a higher price every time.\n\nWe are also concerned that Iran will use these funds, directly or indirectly, to support its malign activities. Assurances that the money will be limited to humanitarian goods are insufficient because money is fungible. Regardless of restrictions, this deal frees up $6 billion in funds for the regime to finance its military program, terrorist proxies, nuclear activities, and repression. Iran has also previously lied about such humanitarian transactions. The Department of Justice has charged a bank for \u201cfacilitating transactions fraudulently designed to appear to be purchases of food and medicine by Iranian customers, in order to appear to fall within the so-called \u2018humanitarian exception\u2019 to certain sanctions against the Government of Iran, when in fact no purchases of food or medicine actually occurred.\u201d There are also concerns that there are U.S. nationals imprisoned in Iran whose release is not covered by this arrangement.\n\nOur citizens deserve answers about why your Administration is rewarding an Iranian regime that is targeting Americans overseas and at home. Should the Administration continue to ignore U.S. law and flout congressional oversight, we will use all the tools at our disposal to bring transparency and accountability to the American people and return to a policy of maximum pressure that reverses Iran\u2019s nuclear advancements and deters its targeting of American citizens and servicemembers, support for terrorism, and other malign activities.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise%3A-Left-Refuses-to-Acknowledge-Its-Own-Climate-Hypocrisy", "Scalise: Left Refuses to Acknowledge Its Own Climate Hypocrisy", "2023-08-21", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network\u2019s Kudlow to discuss the Biden Administration\u2019s halfhearted reaction to wildfires in Maui, which claimed over 100 lives and caused billions of dollars in damage. Leader Scalise slammed woke regulators who are funneling money into expensive, ineffective green energy options instead of maintaining safe and proven safety measures. Leader Scalise also discussed the widespread climate hypocrisy within the Biden Administration, which greenlights travel on private jets for Administration officials while pushing policies that raise costs for American families across the board.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Who-Is-Robert-L.-Peters%3F", "Who Is Robert L. Peters?", "2023-08-19", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Yesterday, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) appeared on Fox Business Network\u2019s Maria Bartiromo\u2019s Wall Street to discuss scandalous new evidence of President Biden\u2019s direct interactions with Hunter Biden\u2019s foreign business associates, despite continued denials of such activity by the White House. Evidence recently unveiled by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee shows President Biden used pseudonyms in emails where Hunter was copied. Leader Scalise also discussed ongoing efforts to pass key funding bills that rein in the Biden Administration\u2019s out-of-control spending and promote fiscal responsibility.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to view the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/18/higgins-dunn-introduce-legislation-protect-commerce-gulf-mexico/", "Higgins, Dunn Introduce Legislation to Protect Commerce in the Gulf of Mexico", "2023-08-18", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and Congressman Neal Dunn (R-FL) introduced the Gulf of Mexico Commerce Protection Act, which would prevent the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) from issuing a vessel slowdown zone in the Gulf of Mexico until the Department of Commerce demonstrates that the protocols developed to protect Rice\u2019s Whales (RWs) in the Gulf will not negatively impact our supply chains or maritime commerce.\n\nEarlier this year, environmental activist groups filed a petition with the NOAA to establish a year-round 10-knot (approx. 11.5 mph) vessel speed restriction zone in the Rice\u2019s whale \u201ccore\u201d habitat area in the Gulf of Mexico. Since then, over 75,000 comments were submitted to the NOAA, many opposing the overly broad restriction.\n\nThis legislation has support from the Gulf Ports Association, Marine Retailers Association of the America\u2019s (MRAA), Florida Ports Association, and St. Andrew Bay Pilots Association.\n\nThe Gulf of Mexico Commerce Protection Act would:\n\nStop NOAA from issuing rulemaking to establish a vessel slowdown zone in the Gulf of Mexico.\n\nRequire NOAA to consult relevant government agencies and affected stakeholders in developing RWs protection protocols that do not resort to industry-killing policies such as vessel speed and night transit restrictions.\n\nDirects the Department of Commerce to study the protocols to demonstrate no net negative impact on supply chains or maritime commerce to ensure that the protocols developed will balance interests in marine protection with our national maritime priorities.\n\nEnhances accountability to Congress by demanding a report from the Department of Commerce with findings from the study within 60 days.\n\nText of the bill can be found here.\n\n\u201cSouthwest Louisiana is home to a thriving maritime industry. Our ports serve as critical economic engines for our community and this great nation,\u201dsaid Congressman Higgins. \u201cAs our nation continues to grapple with the effects of the supply chain crisis of the past three years, enforcing further limitations on vessel transit could cause catastrophic losses. By allowing partisan politics to dictate the future of our country\u2019s economic prosperity, we\u2019re setting ourselves up for massive failure. This legislation will ensure the security of both our maritime and commerce industries.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://scalise.house.gov/press-releases/Scalise-Discusses-Weaponization-of-Government-on-Mark-Levin-Show", "Scalise Discusses Weaponization of Government on Mark Levin Show", "2023-08-16", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Steve Scalise", "S001176", "scalise.house.gov", "scalise", "https://scalise.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Yesterday, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined The Mark Levin Show to discuss the latest sham indictment against Donald Trump and Democrats\u2019 attempts to weaponize federal agencies against political opponents. Leader Scalise also discussed House Republicans\u2019 ongoing investigations into Hunter Biden\u2019s criminal activities as the White House attempts to conceal President Biden\u2019s own involvement. Leader Scalise condemned the efforts of the Biden Administration to use the Department of Justice to target and suppress political rivals.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to listen to the full interview.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-and-leader-hakeem-jeffries-tour-first-72", "Congressman Carter and Leader Hakeem Jeffries Tour the First 72+", "2023-08-11", "2023", "2023-08", "Democrat", "House", "LA", "Troy A. Carter", "C001125", "troycarter.house.gov", "troycarter", "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "(New Orleans, Louisiana) - Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined Congressman Troy Carter for a tour at The First 72+, a nonprofit that provides formerly incarcerated people in Louisiana with resources and support so that they are given the greatest opportunity to grow and thrive.\n\n\u201cIt was an honor to join Congressman Troy Carter, a champion in Congress for criminal justice reform, on this informative tour of The First 72+,\u201d said Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. \u201cThe work that this organization is doing is critical to reducing rates of recidivism and breaking the cycle of incarceration that is tearing so many communities and families apart. It was inspiring to hear about their successes in the New Orleans area and learn about how we can continue to partner with them at the federal level. In 2018, I was proud to be the lead Democratic sponsor of the First Step Act which helped stand up an infrastructure so that formerly incarcerated individuals can successfully transition back into society and become productive citizens. I\u2019m grateful to Congressman Carter and The First 72+ for their tremendous leadership in providing individuals with housing, job support and more so that they can return to their communities and pursue their God-given potential.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am truly honored to have Leader Hakeem Jeffries join me in visiting The First 72+,\u201d said Congressman Troy Carter. \u201cThe First 72+ is a non-profit based on returning those incarcerated and returning them to mainstream life. Leader Jeffries and I both believe that once the debt is paid to society, they must have a fair chance to live a respectable and normal life. This auspicious organization assists with housing, employment, health care and a host of other programs that aid in returning citizens to the community where they can thrive.\u201d\n\nLearn more about the First 72+ here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/10/higgins-commends-first-solars-11b-investment-iberia-parish/", "Higgins Commends First Solar\u2019s $1.1B Investment in Iberia Parish", "2023-08-10", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "LAFAYETTE, LA \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) commended First Solar\u2019s announcement of a $1.1 billion solar manufacturing facility at the Acadiana Regional Airport in Iberia Parish. The project will create 700 new direct manufacturing jobs and is believed to be the single largest capital investment in the area\u2019s history.\n\nRead more about the announcement here.\n\n\u201cFirst Solar\u2019s commitment to Iberia Parish is welcome news. This facility will help Louisiana lead the way in energy development while creating good-paying jobs,\u201dsaid Congressman Higgins. \u201cMy office supports private investment projects and will continue to support new economic opportunities for South Louisiana.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/04/higgins-announces-27m-flood-mitigation-calcasieu-parish/", "Higgins Announces $2.7M in Flood Mitigation for Calcasieu Parish", "2023-08-04", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) announced today that the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury will receive a $2,719,840.00 million Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) grant from FEMA.\n\n$2,719,840 for the elevation of seven properties and the acquisition of four residential properties in Calcasieu Parish. This funding is made at 100% federal cost share.\n\nFunding for the FMA grant program is made available through regular Congressional appropriations. Our office works continuously with the House Appropriations Committee to prioritize Louisiana projects and ensure funding for disaster and flood mitigation programs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://clayhiggins.house.gov/2023/08/03/higgins-announces-grant-funding-chennault-international-airport-0/", "Higgins Announces Grant Funding for Chennault International Airport", "2023-08-03", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "LA", "Clay Higgins", "H001077", "clayhiggins.house.gov", "clayhiggins", "https://clayhiggins.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Clay Higgins announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding $1,168,133 to the Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles for repairs to the Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) and the tower\u2019s radio communication equipment.\n\nThe funding includes:\n\n$468,133 for the ATCT to shield the base building from heavy rains and prevent water intrusions during storm conditions. 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