{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where state = \"TN\" and year = 2023 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-counters-cfpb-illegal-alien-credit-plan", "Rep. Ogles Counters CFPB Illegal Alien Credit Plan", "2023-12-20", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) introduced legislation that would ensure financial institutions are able to consider immigration status when opening credit lines and accounts. This bill is in response to a joint statement from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) warning banks and other financial institutions that evaluating one's immigration status could \u201crun afoul\u201d of the law when determining an individual\u2019s eligibility for an extension of credit.\n\n\"Joe Biden's Administration has no problem throwing red tape over American essentials like water heaters, and gas stoves, but when it comes to protecting American credit lenders, he is nowhere to be found. Make no mistake: illegal aliens have violated the law, and banks have the right to know to whom they are lending money. Democrats want to force banks to bow to big government, but I won\u2019t let them,\" said Congressman Ogles. \"To make matters worse, the CFPB and DOJ placed this atrocious regulation in the text of a press statement which is highly unorthodox and intentionally confusing to banks. At this point, calling any action by the CFPB legitimate would be crazy. It\u2019s an unconstitutional agency doing unconstitutional things through press releases, and I am proud to fight against it.\"\n\nCongresswoman Boebert said: \u201cYet again, Joe Biden and his cronies are circumventing Congress to implement their unconstitutional immigration policies. Biden will stop at nothing to make it as easy as possible for illegal migrants to come here and stay here, now telling banks they cannot take a person\u2019s immigration status into account when extending them credit. I am proud to cosponsor Congressman Ogles\u2019 bill to put a stop to this tyrannical overreach. Banks absolutely have the right to refuse service to an illegal alien if they deem that would harm their financial interests. I want to thank Congressman Ogles for standing up for businesses to make these decisions for themselves.\u201d\n\nCongressman Nehls stated: \u201cProhibiting banks from considering if someone is an illegal alien is not only bad business but is a threat to our national security. Due to Joe Biden\u2019s failure to secure our border, millions of people from all over the world have infiltrated into our country, with no idea of how many terrorists are walking in broad daylight. Banks should have every right to determine if someone is an American citizen before lending them money. It\u2019s just pure fact.\u201d\n\nCongressman Good said: \u201cPresident Biden and Secretary Mayorkas have intentionally surrendered operational control of our southern border to the Mexican crime cartels. I am pleased to join Rep. Andy Ogles\u2019 efforts to stop the flood of illegal entries and end the Biden border invasion.\u201d\n\nCongressman Tiffany stated: \u201cInstead of securing the border, the Biden administration is focused on encouraging more illegal immigration by telling banks not to reject illegal alien loan applications. This is the next step in completing their deliberate invasion of our nation, and this ill-advised financial directive must be revoked.\u201d\n\nCongressman Neal Dunn said: \u201cBarring banks from considering an individual\u2019s immigration status will put many banks, especially small local banks at risk of closure. They cannot afford to compromise financial stability. The banking industry shouldn\u2019t have to pay the price for the Biden Administration\u2019s failed border policies.\u201d\n\nCosponsors (12): Reps. Tiffany [WI-07], Andrew Clyde [GA-09], Dr. Neal Dunn [FL-02], Bob Good [VA-05], Ralph Norman [SC-05], Keith Self [TX-03], Roger Williams [TX-25], Lauren Boebert [CO-03], Rich McCormick [GA-06], Randy Weber [TX-14], Alex Mooney [WV-02], and Troy Nehls [TX-22].\n\nBill Text", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-denounces-using-ndaa-vehicle-warrantlessly-spy-americans", "Rep. Rose Denounces Using NDAA as Vehicle to Warrantlessly Spy on Americans", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) voted \u2018No\u2019 on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024, the bill that authorizes programs for the United States\u2019 national defense, Defense Department, and related programs.\n\nThe NDAA for Fiscal Year 2024 included a poison pill provision that granted an extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) without reforms through April 19, 2024, ostensibly extending the program for 18 months until April 19, 2025, since existing statutory \u201ctransition procedures\u201d allow certification for surveillance to continue for a year from the date the Foreign Surveillance Court issues certification for surveillance.\n\nRep. Rose released the following statement:\n\n\u201cIn what has become a typical Christmas tradition in Washington, Congress couldn\u2019t resist its desire to attach an extremely unpopular program to a piece of must-pass legislation,\u201d said Rep. Rose. \u201cIt\u2019s shameful. Because of this backroom deal, Americans\u2019 constitutional right to privacy will continue to be trampled on. Although I support several provisions in this NDAA, like the much-needed pay raise for our troops that I previously voted for back in July, I could not support this bill because of the inclusion of such an egregious and flagrant poison pill that violates our constitutional principles.\u201d\n\nOn November 29th, Representative Rose signed a letter to Congressional leadership along with 53 Members of Congress\u2014on both sides of the aisle\u2014demanding a clean extension of Section 702 of FISA to not be attached to the NDAA. The letter said, \u201cA temporary extension would be entirely unnecessary, and it would be an inexcusable violation of the public\u2019s trust to quietly greenlight an authority that has been flagrantly abused.\u201d\n\nRep. Rose voted for the House-passed NDAA in July, which included a 5.2% pay increase for servicemembers and numerous provisions to counter China\u2019s aggression and halt woke social and diversity initiatives at the Department of Defense.\n\nBackground:\n\nIn 2008, Congress enacted Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, a critical intelligence collection authority that enables the Intelligence Community to collect, analyze, and appropriately share foreign intelligence information about national security threats. Section 702 authorizes targeted intelligence collection of specific types of foreign intelligence information\u2014such as information concerning international terrorism or the acquisition of weapons of mass destruction\u2014identified by the Attorney General and the Director of National Intelligence. For more information, read here.\n\nHowever, Section 702 of FISA has been widely abused to target U.S. citizens. Intelligence agencies have used legal loopholes to turn Section 702 into a go-to domestic spying authority, using it to conduct hundreds of thousands of warrantless \u2018backdoor\u2019 searches for Americans\u2019 private communications every year\u2014including members of the 2016 Trump campaign team.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/burchett-bill-stop-taliban-getting-us-tax-dollars-passes-committee", "Burchett bill to stop Taliban from getting U.S. tax dollars passes committee", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 13, 2023) \u2013 Today, H.R. 6586, To Require a Strategy to Oppose Financial or Material Support by Foreign Countries to the Taliban, which was introduced by U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02), was passed through the House Foreign Affairs Committee.\n\n\u201cWe should understand how the Taliban is funded and be good stewards of our taxpayers\u2019 dollars,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \"I was proud to work with Republicans and Democrats to get this bill through the committee and I look forward to seeing it move through Congress.\u201d\n\nH.R. 6586 would:\n\nRequire the Secretary of State to report on countries that have provided the Taliban with assistance, the amount of assistance, and how the Taliban has used that assistance.\n\nRequire the Secretary of State to develop a strategy to discourage foreign countries from providing aid to the Taliban and to determine whether countries that do should still receive U.S. assistance.\n\nRequire a report on Direct Cash Assistance Programs in Afghanistan that includes identification of partners and recipients of direct cash assistance, descriptions of how these payments occur, and how the State Department prevents the Taliban from accessing cash assistance.\n\nRequire a report on the Afghan Fund which includes a list of Taliban members working at Da Afghanistan Bank (Afghanistan\u2019s central bank), a description of the influence the Taliban has over the bank and the Afghan Fund\u2019s Board of Trustees, and what controls are in place to ensure disbursements are not diverted to the Taliban from the Afghan Fund.\n\nThe full text can be found here. Rep. Burchett\u2019s remarks about the bill in the House Foreign Affairs Committee can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-congressman-jared-moskowitz-joins-tim-burchett-discuss-israel-tennessee", "U.S. Congressman Jared Moskowitz joins Tim Burchett to discuss Israel on Tennessee Talks", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (December 13, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Democrat U.S. Congressman Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) joined Rep. Burchett to discuss the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas and why supporting our Israeli allies should be a bipartisan issue.\n\n\u201cJared is a member of the Jewish community and I consider him a good friend,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cHe\u2019s also got an incredibly analytical mind, and he has a valuable perspective on this conflict and how we should respond. It was an honor to get him to talk with me on the podcast about something so current and important.\u201d\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/fleischmann-statement-on-vote-to-advance-impeachment-inquiry-of-president-biden", "Fleischmann Statement on Vote to Advance Impeachment Inquiry of President Biden", "2023-12-13", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cSince September, when former Speaker McCarthy announced the impeachment inquiry into President Biden, my colleagues on the Oversight and Accountability Committee, Judiciary Committee, and Ways and Means Committee have done thorough work gathering and investigating facts into allegations that President Biden has used his positions in government as an elected official to sell access and influence to enrich himself and his family. Despite the thorough work done by the three Committees, the White House and Biden Administration continue to resist and not fully cooperate with the House of Representatives\u2019 lawful and Constitutional investigation into President Biden\u2019s actions.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe American People are calling for the truth from President Biden and his Administration. Today\u2019s passage of H. Res. 918 is an important next step to formally establish the House\u2019s impeachment inquiry and give investigators the legal tools to continue their investigation and follow the facts wherever they lead. My colleagues and I in the House are committed to delivering the truth, transparency, and accountability that the American People demand and deserve.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-demands-answers-about-jeffrey-epsteins-flight-logs", "Congressman Burchett demands answers about Jeffrey Epstein's flight logs", "2023-12-11", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (December 11, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) sent a letter to House Oversight & Accountability Committee Chairman James Comer (R-KY) requesting he subpoena flight logs for Jeffrey Epstein\u2019s private plane.\n\nU.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) previously tried to request a subpoena for Jeffrey Epstein\u2019s flight logs, but the effort was blocked by Senate Democrats.\n\n\u201cThis shouldn\u2019t be a partisan issue, but Senate Democrats completely disrespected my friend Marsha\u2019s attempts to find out who participated in Epstein\u2019s disgusting business so we can hold them accountable,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cWe should all be concerned about the horrors of sex trafficking, especially when it involves kids, but I\u2019ll call on Republicans to show some leadership in this field if the Democrats insist on stonewalling it like this.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-office-makes-book-delivery-east-tennessee-schools-libraries", "Harshbarger Office Makes Book Delivery to East Tennessee Schools, Libraries", "2023-12-08", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "KINGSPORT, TN - This week, staff from the office of U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) visited schools and libraries throughout East Tennessee to deliver books in partnership with the Library of Congress' Surplus Books Program.\n\n\"Fostering success for our students throughout East Tennessee is a cause I deeply value,\" said Congresswoman Harshbarger. \"The U.S. Library of Congress Surplus Books Program, led by Joe Mahar and his colleagues, is a blessing for schools across Tennessee's First Congressional District, and I thank them for their continued assistance in our effort to foster a love for reading among our youth. Through the continued communication of librarians throughout East Tennessee, my office had an opportunity to play a modest role in cultivating a creative learning environment for our future generation.\"\n\nBackground: Library of Congress Surplus Books Program\n\nThe Office of Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger has delivered thousands of books throughout East Tennessee, fulfilling requests from libraries, schools, non-profits, and qualifying early childhood and senior centers.\n\nEligibility requirements include one of the following:\n\nFull\u00adtime, tax\u00ad supported or non-profit educational institution: school, school system, library, childcare or early learning center, college, university, or museum as a few examples.\n\nAgency of local, state, or federal government.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-introduces-no-tax-dollars-taliban-act", "Rep. Burchett introduces the No Tax Dollars for the Taliban Act", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 6, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced the No Tax Dollars for the Taliban Act to stop countries that receive U.S. foreign aid from sending money to the Taliban.\n\n\u201cThere should be strict measures in place to stop any country that receives foreign aid from the United States from turning around and sending money to terrorists,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cWe know the Taliban has already intercepted a lot of weapons and resources it shouldn\u2019t have, and it\u2019s our duty to cut them off wherever we can.\u201d\n\nThe No Tax Dollars for the Taliban Act would:\n\nRequire the Secretary of State to report on countries that have provided the Taliban with assistance, the amount of assistance, and how the Taliban has used that assistance.\n\nRequire the Secretary of State to develop a strategy to discourage foreign countries from providing aid to the Taliban and to determine whether countries that do should still receive U.S. assistance.\n\nRequire a report on Direct Cash Assistance Programs in Afghanistan that includes identification of partners and recipients of direct cash assistance, descriptions of how these payments occur, and how the State Department prevents the Taliban from accessing cash assistance.\n\nRequire a report on the Afghan Fund which includes a list of Taliban members working at Da Afghanistan Bank (Afghanistan\u2019s central bank), a description of the influence the Taliban has over the bank and the Afghan Fund\u2019s Board of Trustees, and what controls are in place to ensure disbursements are not diverted to the Taliban from the Afghan Fund.\n\nThe full text can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-house-committee-financial-services-holds-hearing-rep-roses-bill-increase", "U.S. House Committee on Financial Services Holds Hearing on Rep. Rose\u2019s Bill to Increase Affordable Housing", "2023-12-06", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014Today, the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance held a hearing entitled \u2018Housing Affordability: Governmental Barriers and Market-Based Solutions.\u2019 The hearing focused on the continuing affordability challenges that many currently face in both the single-family housing and rental markets. Witnesses discussed the factors that have contributed to those challenges, particularly government-created barriers such as restrictive land-use and zoning policies, and various market-based solutions.\n\nRep. Rose\u2019s legislation, H.R. 5198, the Expansion of Attainable Homeownership Through Manufactured Housing Act of 2023, was one of the pieces of legislation that became a topic for discussion amongst witnesses and lawmakers. The bill, which Rep. Rose introduced in August of this year, would amend the definition of \u201cmanufactured home\u201d in the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974 by striking \u201cbuilt on a permanent chassis and.\u201d\n\nDuring the hearing, Rep. Rose gave the following remarks:\n\n\u201cThe growing scarcity of affordable housing in this country for both homeowners and renters is a serious crisis. Helping to alleviate this crisis will require, as our hearing title suggests, knocking down government barriers that are standing in the way of helping to supply more affordable housing.\n\n\u201cOne such government barrier to more affordable housing is HUD\u2019s outdated requirement that manufactured housing be built on a permanent chassis. A permanent chassis allows manufactured housing to be more easily transported. This is helpful if a manufactured home will be moved multiple times during its lifetime.\n\n\u201cHowever, many manufactured homes are now built with the intention of being permanently placed in one location and thus do not need to be built with a permanent chassis.\n\n\u201cEliminating the permanent chassis requirement for manufactured housing from the federal construction code administered by HUD will help to potentially save thousands of dollars on new manufactured homes made without a permanent chassis.\n\n\u201cI am proud to have introduced my bipartisan bill H.R. 5198 the Expansion of Attainable Homeownership Through Manufactured Housing Act of 2023 along with my colleague Congressman Correa of California that will eliminate this outdated requirement.\n\n\u201cI thank the Subcommittee for attaching H.R. 5198 to today\u2019s hearing and look forward to working with my colleagues to advance this important piece of legislation.\u201d\n\nThe Members of Congress present heard from expert witnesses: Mr. Seth Appleton, President, U.S. Mortgage Insurers (USMI), Mr. Norbert Michel, Vice President and Director, Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives, CATO Institute, Dr. Emily Hamilton, Senior Research Fellow and Director of the Urbanity Project, the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, Ms. Arianna Royster, President, Borger Residential on behalf of the National Apartment Association (NAA), and Ms. Diane Yentel, President and CEO, National Low Income Housing Coalition.\n\nWatch Rep. Rose\u2019s questioning of the witnesses here.\n\nMore information about Rep. Rose\u2019s bill can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-harshbarger-salinas-introduce-bill-expand-mental-telehealth-services", "Reps. Harshbarger, Salinas Introduce Bill to Expand Mental Telehealth Services for Rural Patients", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, Representatives Diana Harshbarger and Andrea Salinas (OR-6) introduced the Home-Based Telemental Health Care Act, bipartisan legislation that expands access to mental health and substance abuse services for rural patients, particularly for individuals in the farming, fishing, and forestry industries.\n\nThe Home-Based Telemental Health Care Act would direct the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in coordination with the Department of Agriculture to award grants to entities to establish health and substance use telehealth services for rural Americans, especially for those working in farming, fishing, and forestry. This bill would also authorize up to $10 million annually through 2027 for the aforementioned grants, without additional federal spending.\n\n\"As a community pharmacist for over three decades in one of our nation's most rural Congressional Districts, I understand the unique challenges faced by rural patients all too well,\" said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \"Seeking access to mental health and substance abuse services often entails a long and arduous journey for rural patients, especially those working in Tennessee's farming, fishing, and forestry industries. Our common-sense bill will allow patients to receive the critical care they need from the comfort of their own home, and improve patient outcomes for individuals residing in rural areas throughout the country.\"\n\n\u201cAccessing mental health care shouldn\u2019t require an in-person visit, especially for Americans in rural areas who have to travel long distances to see a provider,\u201d said Rep. Salinas. \u201cOur bipartisan bill would expand telemental health services in rural Oregon, with an emphasis on those working in the farming, fishing, and forestry industries. This legislation would save folks time and resources and help more Oregonians get the care they need, when they need it.\u201d\n\nThe legislation has been endorsed by the National Rural Health Association, American Psychological Association, American Psychiatric Association, Tennessee Farm Bureau, Tennessee Cattlemen's Association, and East Tennessee State University's Director for the Institute for Integrated Behavioral Health.\n\n\u201cThe National Rural Health Association applauds Representatives Harshbarger and Salinas for their introduction of The Home Based Telemental Health Care Act of 2023,\u201d said Alan Morgan, Chief Executive Officer of the National Rural Health Association. \u201cThis important legislation creates a telemental health demonstration program designed to address specific behavioral health and substance use needs for folks in farming, fishing, and forestry occupations. This bill will increase access to behavioral health and substance use services for our most rural and medically underserved populations.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am excited to support our Congresswoman in co-leading bipartisan legislation that will expand our capacity to help rural Tennesseans,\" said Jodi Polaha Jones, Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist, Professor, Director, Institute for Integrated Behavioral Health, East Tennessee State University. \"The Home-Based Telemental Health Care Act will infuse needed funding to an evidence-based approach that has not been fully adopted in East Tennessee. As behavioral health professionals in primary care, we see this as an opportunity to provide more accessible and acceptable follow-up care for our rural patients.\u201d\n\nU.S. Senators Mike Rounds (R-UT) and Tina Smith (D-MN) are leading a companion bill in the Senate.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-resolution-condemning-antisemitism-passed-house-representatives", "Kustoff Resolution Condemning Antisemitism Passed House of Representatives", "2023-12-05", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) and Congressman Max Miller's (R-OH) resolution to condemn and denounce antisemitism in the United States and around the world passed the United States House of Representatives with bipartisan support.\n\nCongressman Kustoff spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives about his resolution. Click here to watch his remarks or read them as prepared below:\n\nI rise today in support of this resolution that strongly condemns the drastic rise of antisemitism both here in our nation and abroad.\n\nLast week, I had the privilege and honor of speaking with Amir Ohana, Speaker of the Knesset. We discussed a lot of things. We talked about how since Hamas\u2019 horrific and brutal terrorist attack against Israelis on October 7, 2023, life has changed not only in Israel but around the world.\n\nWe also talked about how we have seen an explosion, an absolute explosion, of antisemitic incidents, attacks, and harassment, in Israel, here in our own nation, and across the world.\n\nAccording to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), since Hamas\u2019 massacre on October 7th, antisemitic incidents around this nation have increased nearly 400% compared to the same period last year.\n\nMore Jews were murdered on October 7th than on any other single day since the Holocaust. Let that sink in.\n\nWe have even seen members of this very body repeat blatantly antisemitic rhetoric and spread lies about Israel and her right to exist.\n\nLet me be absolutely clear: such hate has no place in the halls of Congress nor our national discourse.\n\nIt is our fundamental responsibility as leaders and Members of Congress to condemn and fight these horrific acts of hate and discrimination against the Jewish community.\n\nThat is why I am proud to work with my colleague Congressman Max Miller to introduce this critical resolution to condemn and denounce all instances of domestic and global antisemitism.\n\nA few months ago, I had the opportunity, really the privilege, to take a group of people through the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. A little over a mile away from where we are standing, the museum serves not only as a reminder of the atrocities that took place during the Holocaust, but also as a stark reminder that we can never forget the horrors of the Holocaust and that we as leaders have an obligation and a duty to make sure it never happens again.\n\nFor these reasons, I urge all of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this simple yet critical resolution. It is essential we send a clear and firm message to the world that the United States House of Representatives stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the Jewish community here in the United States and abroad.\n\nAs Jews around the world celebrate Hanukkah, we should remember the words of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, \u201cHanukkah tells us not to curse the darkness, but instead to bring light to the world. It tells us to fight back and not to be afraid.\u201d\n\nWe should truly heed those words. Thank you to my colleagues for supporting this resolution.\n\nThis resolution was cosponsored by Reps. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Jared Moskowitz (D-FL).\n\nClick here to read the full text of the resolution.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-criticizes-postal-service-over-recent-knoxville-meeting", "Rep. Burchett criticizes Postal Service over recent Knoxville meeting", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (December 1, 2023) \u2013 Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) sent a letter to U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy criticizing the United States Postal Service over their recent meeting regarding relocating distribution operations from Knoxville, Tenn. to Louisville, Ky.\n\n\u201cThis is going to have an impact on my constituents and the way the meeting was handled is unacceptable,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cThere was hope that the employees whose families would be impacted would get additional information at a public meeting held by the Postal Service yesterday in my district, but the meeting was a complete waste of time. If the goal was to check a box and move on, then the Postal Service was successful. But if the goal was to make postal employees and customers feel heard, then they failed miserably.\"\n\nA member of Rep. Burchett\u2019s staff attended the meeting held on November 30, 2023, in Knoxville while Rep. Burchett was in Washington. The meeting was advertised as an opportunity for the U.S. Postal Service to share the results of its review of this possibility, as well as an opportunity to receive public feedback that would be considered prior to a final decision. However, the USPS staff conducting the meeting refused to take any questions from members of the community or acknowledge those who tried to ask about how this potential change would impact them.\n\nIn the letter, Rep. Burchett (TN-02) requested a meeting with USPS Postmaster General DeJoy in his Washington, D.C. office to discuss the matter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/ride-along-rep-burchett-joins-sheriff-james-berrong-latest-episode-tennessee", "Ride-along: Rep. Burchett joins Sheriff James Berrong on latest episode of Tennessee Talks", "2023-11-29", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (November 29, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) joins Blount County Sheriff James \"Jimbo\" Berrong for a ride-along to discuss how law enforcement has changed, the unique challenges facing law enforcement in Blount County, the fentanyl crisis, and the new drug task force center currently being constructed.\n\n\u201cJimbo has been a good friend of mine for years,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cHe's got the Blount County Sheriff's Department in great shape and keeps the folks that live in the area safe because of his leadership.\u201d\n\nSheriff Berrong has remained committed to maintaining law and order for the citizens of Blount County for more than 30 years. He began his career with the Sheriff\u2019s Office in 1977 before transferring to Maryville Police Department as a reserve officer from 1980 through 1989. In 1989 Berrong inherited a staff of 65 men and women. Now, with the help of his staff, the Sheriff\u2019s Office has 350 professional deputy sheriffs.\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-announces-december-mobile-office-hours-0", "Congressman Kustoff Announces December Mobile Office Hours", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) announced mobile office hours for the month of December. Mobile office hours will be held on Tuesday, December 5, and Thursday, December 7.\n\n\u201cMobile office hours are a good way for constituents to connect with our office and let us know how we can continue to best represent Tennessee\u2019s Eighth Congressional District in Washington,\u201d said Congressman Kustoff. \u201cIf you need assistance with a federal agency such as the Small Business Administration, Social Security Administration, or the Department of Veterans Affairs, I encourage you to visit our mobile office sites across West Tennessee.\u201d\n\nTuesday, December 5\n\nLauderdale \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nLauderdale County Courthouse\n\n100 Court Square\n\nRipley, TN 38063\n\nTipton \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nCovington City Hall\n\n200 W. Washington Ave\n\nCovington, TN 38019\n\nCrockett \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nCrockett County Mayor\u2019s Office\n\n10 S. Bells St.\n\nAlamo, TN 38001\n\nHaywood \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nBrownsville City Hall\n\n15 E Main St\n\nBrownsville, TN 38012\n\nHenry \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nParis Henry County Chamber of Commerce\n\n2508 E Wood St\n\nParis, TN 38242\n\nHenderson \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHenderson County Court House\n\n17 Monroe Ave\n\nLexington, TN 38351\n\nChester \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHenderson City Hall\n\n121 Crook Ave\n\nHenderson, TN 38340\n\nLake \u2014 9:00am \u2013 11:00am\n\nLake County Courthouse\n\n116 S Court St\n\nTiptonville, TN 38079\n\nObion \u2014 1:00pm \u2013 3:00pm\n\nObion County Mayor\u2019s Office\n\n316 S Third St\n\nUnion City, TN 38261\n\nThursday, December 7\n\nFayette \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nFayette County Chamber of Commerce\n\n120 E Court Square Unit 101\n\nSomerville, TN 38068\n\nHardeman \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHardeman County Courthouse\n\n100 N Main St\n\nBolivar, TN 38008\n\nCarroll \u2014 9:00am - 11:00 am\n\nTown of Huntingdon City Hall\n\n19810 E Main St\n\nHuntingdon, TN 38344\n\nGibson \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nMilan City Hall\n\n1061 S Main St\n\nMilan, TN 38358\n\nMcNairy \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nMcNairy County Court House\n\n170 Court Ave\n\nSelmer, TN 38375\n\nHardin \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nTennessee River Museum\n\n495 Main St\n\nSavannah, TN 38372\n\nPlease note, Congressman Kustoff will not be present at these mobile office hours.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-miller-introduce-resolution-condemn-antisemitism-united-states-and", "Kustoff, Miller Introduce Resolution to Condemn Antisemitism in the United States and Abroad", "2023-11-28", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) and Congressman Max Miller (R-OH), the only two Republican Jewish members in the House of Representatives, introduced a resolution to condemn and denounce antisemitism in the United States and around the world.\n\nSince Hamas\u2019 horrific and barbaric attack on October 7, 2023, that killed over 1,000 innocent Israeli civilians and 30 Americans, antisemitic incidents across the U.S. have spiked 388% over the same period last year, according to reports from the Anti-Defamation League\u2019s (ADL) Center on Extremism.\n\n\"Since October 7th, we have seen an alarming rise in antisemitic incidents, attacks, harassment, and discrimination both in the United States and across the globe,\" said Congressman Kustoff. \"Such hate has no place in our national discourse, and it is imperative leaders voice their strong opposition to these horrifying acts of violence and discrimination. I urge my colleagues to support this important resolution that will show the world that the United States\u2019 support for the State of Israel and the Jewish community is steadfast and unwavering.\"\n\n\u201cThe World has seen a drastic rise of antisemitism since October 7th that is deeply disheartening and extremely concerning,\u201d said Congressman Max Miller. \u201cElected leaders must have the courage to condemn and fight all forms of domestic and global antisemitism.\u201d\n\nThis resolution was endorsed by the Republican Jewish Coalition.\n\nClick here to read the full text of the resolution.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-ogles-cruz-lead-effort-block-bidens-woke-preferred-pronoun-mandate", "ICYMI: Ogles, Cruz Lead Effort to Block\u00a0Biden\u2019s Woke \u2018Preferred Pronoun\u2019 Mandate", "2023-11-22", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05), joined by Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), introduced the Safeguarding Honest Speech Act, which would prevent federal departments and agencies from forcing employees and contractors to use an individual\u2019s \u2018preferred pronouns.\u2019 This bill comes after the Biden Administration\u2019s Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a new mandate that made failure to use \u2018preferred pronouns\u2019 a fireable offense for employees.\n\nRep. Ogles said, \u201cCompelled speech has no place in America. Can you imagine getting reprimanded or fired from your job for not using an individual\u2019s \u2018preferred pronouns\u2019? Unfortunately, that is exactly what the Biden regime has imposed in its latest guidance from the Department of Health and Human Services. The radical Left is actively coercing the speech of individuals \u2013 all in service of a delusional woke agenda. The American people shouldn\u2019t be asked by their government to subsidize violations of the Constitution of the United States. I\u2019m grateful for Senator Cruz\u2019s efforts to lead the fight in the Senate, and look forward to considering this legislation in the 118th Congress.\u201d\n\nSen. Cruz stated, \u201cI am proud to join Rep. Andy Ogles in introducing the Safeguarding Honest Speech Act. Forcing anyone to use pronouns that don\u2019t accord with a person\u2019s biological sex is an unconstitutional violation of the First Amendment. As the Supreme Court held, \u2018If there is any fixed star in our constitutional constellation, it is that no official, high or petty, can prescribe what shall be orthodox in politics, nationalism, religion, or other matters of opinion.\u2019 The government has no business compelling anyone to use pronouns that contradict biological reality.\u201d\n\nRep. Boebert said, \u201cIn a society built on freedom and expression, it's concerning to see government agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services imposing radical gender ideologies, with potential disciplinary action for not conforming to preferred pronouns. This goes against our democratic values; forced speech has no place in our Country. Kudos to Rep. Ogles for defending free speech in the workplace against the pressures of the 'woke' mob.\u2019\u2019\n\nRep. Biggs stated, \u201cWokeness continues to infiltrate the Biden Administration. Mandating radical gender terminology for federal employees is asinine. The Biden Administration\u2019s agencies should be prioritizing department readiness before anything else. I\u2019m grateful to co-sponsor Congressman Ogles\u2019s latest legislation that helps end this madness.\u201d\n\nRep. Gosar said, \u201cOur nation is already faced with woke, left-wing propaganda rewarding one person over another simply for holding preferred pronouns that may not align with their biological sex. Rather than furthering a division amongst the American people, the federal government has far greater problems to address than mandating using preferred pronouns as a condition of employment.\u201d\n\nRep. LaMalfa stated, \u201cFree speech doesn\u2019t mean forcing an individual\u2019s delusions down everyone\u2019s throats. An employee shouldn\u2019t have to worry about being fired for referring to their colleague by their correct, biological sex pronoun, and it's comical that legislators need to protect the right for an individual to say the truth: that boys are boys and girls are girls.\u201d\n\nRep. Duncan said, \u201cNo one should be forced to affirm the ludicrous belief that an individual can change their gender. The First Amendment protects truthful speech from being infringed or curtailed. I\u2019m proud to stand with Representative Ogles to ensure citizens are not forced to deny science that people are born either male or female and that you remain that gender for life.\u201d\n\nCosponsors: Reps. Lauren Boebert [CO-03], Jeff Duncan [SC-03], Doug LaMalfa [CA-01], Mary Miller [IL-15], Andy Biggs [AZ-05], Andy Harris [MD-01], Paul Gosar [AZ-09], Randy Weber [TX-14], Eli Crane [AZ-02], Ralph Norman [SC-05], Andrew Clyde [GA-09], Clay Higgins [LA-03].\n\nSupporting Groups: CatholicVote and Concerned Women for America.\n\nREAD WASHINGTON EXAMINER EXCLUSIVE\n\nBILL TEXT", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-nominates-west-tennessee-students-us-military-academies-0", "Congressman Kustoff Nominates West Tennessee Students to U.S. Military Academies", "2023-11-20", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Image\n\nCongressman Kustoff calls to congratulate students nominated to a U.S. Military Academy\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) recently nominated West Tennessee students to the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and the U.S. Naval Academy.\n\nCongressman Kustoff released the following statement after calling to congratulate each nominee:\n\n\"Congratulations to these West Tennessee students who received a nomination to our military service academies,\" said Congressman Kustoff. \"One of my favorite parts of this job is calling these young men and women to let them know they are receiving a nomination. I am proud of these students for offering themselves to serve our nation in the United States Military, and to dedicate their life to the preservation of freedom.\"\n\nSee full list of all nominations below:\n\nU.S. Naval Academy:\n\nAbigail O\u2019Mara (Arlington HS), Alexander \"Ross\u201d Sickler, Alexis Grace Parent (Hutchison School), Andrew \"Reece\u201d Taylor (St George's Independent School), Gregory DeMeyer (Norwich University), Hunter Heflin (Arlington HS), Jacob Geiser (Houston HS), Michael Joseph Davidson (St George's Independent School), Noah Wood (Lexington HS), Samuel \"Sam\u201d Sherrod (Westminster Academy)\n\nUnited States Military Academy at West Point:\n\nAnnalise Klobe (University of Memphis), Eli Culbreth (Georgia Military College), Jacob Geiser (Houston HS), Joshua McKenna (Faith Heritage Academy), Logan Taylor (University of Tennessee at Knoxville), Michael Joseph Davidson (St George's Independent School), Samuel \"Sam\u201d Sherrod (Westminster Academy), Tyler Behan (Houston HS)\n\nU.S. Air Force Academy:\n\nAbigail O\u2019Mara (Arlington HS), Alexander David Guild (Houston HS), Alexander \"Ross\u201d Sickler, Alexis Grace Parent (Hutchison School), Andrew \"Reece\u201d Taylor (St George's Independent School), Joshua McKenna (Faith Heritage Academy), Kyle Benjamin Park (Lexington HS), Michael Joseph Davidson (St George's Independent School), Samuel \"Sam\u201d Sherrod (Westminster Academy), Samuel Tankerskly (USAFA Prep School)\n\nU.S. Merchant Marine Academy:\n\nMichael \"Mike\u201d Chernitzer (Arlington HS)", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-biggs-introduce-trust-verify-act", "Ogles, Biggs Introduce The \u2018Trust But Verify\u2019 Act", "2023-11-17", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05), along with Congressman Andy Biggs (AZ-05), introduced the Trust But Verify Act, which would temporarily suspend the State of Qatar\u2019s status as a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA) until the President certifies that it no longer directly supports terrorists (including Hamas).\n\n\u201cRelationships are built on trust. The United States\u2019 relationship with the State of Qatar is no different, and right now, unfortunately, there is reason to fear a breach of trust. As Hamas terrorists continue to wreak havoc on the lives of innocent Israeli civilians, the United States must ensure there is no ally supporting them. Sadly, the State of Qatar is still funding and supporting Hamas as its leadership enjoys political refuge in Doha. Therefore, I have introduced the Trust But Verify Act, which would temporarily suspend Qatar\u2019s Major Non-NATO Ally status until the President certifies that Qatar is no longer directly supporting or funding terrorism.\u201d - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05).\n\n\"EMET wholeheartedly endorses Representative Ogles\u2019 \u201cTrust but Verify Act.\u201d Qatar is the main funder of Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, al-Qaeda, the Al-Nusra front, and other terrorist organizations. As we all know, Hamas waged their sadistically savage war against the citizens of Israel on October 7th, when they butchered and burned babies, raped, murdered or abducted young men and women attending an outdoor music conference, along with the elderly and holocaust survivors. Qatar has played a duplicitous game all along, whitewashing its facilitation of Hamas, which has an annual turnover of one billion dollars, and other terrorist organizations that commit war crimes and crimes against humanity. Hamas, in a distinctly cowardly fashion, hides behind women and children, the hostages, and in schools and hospitals as it inserts itself among civilians fleeing across the Rafa Crossing into Egypt. Meanwhile, it has provided billions of dollars to American think tanks and universities. Qatar has provided safe refuge to the current heads of Hamas, including Ismael Haniyah, Talel al-Hindi, Azzam al-Akrah, and other Hamas chieftains who are sitting on millions and millions of dollars in Doha. All of this as the people of Gaza have been incited to wage a brutal war against the citizens of Israel. Qatar has got to decide that it is either an ally of the United States or one of Hamas. They cannot have it both ways.\u201d - Sarah Stern, President and Founder of Endowment for Middle East Truth.\n\n\"The Zionist Organization of America (ZOA) strongly commends Rep. Ogles for introducing this bill to hold Qatar accountable for their direct support of the murderous terrorist group Hamas, the Muslim Brotherhood Islamist group which butchered over 1400 Israelis including hundreds of children, raped Israeli women and holds more than 200 hostages from October 7, including Americans. Qatar allows Hamas to maintain its political office in Doha, and provides luxury accommodations to senior Hamas leaders, including Khalid Mashaal and Ismail Haniyeh.\n\n\"Qatar has a virtually state-owned media operation, Al Jazeera, which is hostile to the United States and Israel, and has supported the terrorist narrative repeatedly in every terrorist attack since 1996. Since the obscene terrorist attack on October 6, Al Jazeera has purposely lied about Israeli military responses to Hamas in Gaza, directly causing rioting against American and Jewish targets throughout the world.\"\n\n\"Rep. Ogles bill to revoke the 'Major Non-NATO Ally' status is an appropriate step to put pressure on the ruling family of Qatar. Minimum standards of decency should be required of all US allies when it comes to relations with terrorist entities.\" - Morton A Klein, National President for Zionist Organization of America (ZOA).\n\n\u201cCEP strongly supports the Trust But Verify Act. Qatar has long played both arsonist and firefighter, harboring and funding terrorists responsible for the deaths of Americans and Israelis and the captivity of many more. The U.S. must force Qatar to choose between being an American ally or a partner of terrorists. We thank Congressman Ogles for sponsoring this bill and urge Congress to pass it.\u201d - Counter Extremism Project.\n\n\u201cThe Biden administration named Qatar a major non-NATO ally to the United States in 2022. However, even while cooperating with the U.S. in some areas, Qatar has failed to live up to this important status. It continues to provide material support to Hamas, a U.S.-designated terrorist organization, and gives safe haven to its leaders. Qatar-funded Al Jazeera fuels disinformation and drives hate toward Israel. No ally of the United States should financially sponsor terrorism, harbor terrorists, or support a media organization that routinely amplifies hateful anti-Israel incitement. FDD Action proudly endorses the Trust But Verify Act, which revokes Qatar\u2019s major non-NATO ally status. If Qatar is committed to its alliance with the United States, it should cease its support of Hamas immediately and extradite this brutal terrorist organization\u2019s leaders, who continue to live comfortably in Doha.\u201d - FDD Action.\n\nRead The Full Bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-statement-vote-against-two-tier-continuing-resolution", "Rep. Burchett statement on vote against two-tier continuing resolution", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (November 14, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement on his vote against the two-tiered continuing resolution.\n\n\u201cContinuing to fund our government at its current levels will only send our economy deeper into crisis. I couldn\u2019t vote for this bill in good conscience, but I will continue to support Speaker Johnson\u2019s efforts to pass clean single-subject spending bills that address our nation\u2019s awful fiscal situation.\u201d\n\nThis bill would extend funding at current levels through January 19, 2024, for four appropriations bills:\n\nAgriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration\n\nEnergy and Water Development\n\nMilitary Construction, Veterans Affairs, and related agencies\n\nTransportation, Housing and Urban Development, & and related agencies\n\nIt would extend funding at current levels through February 2, 2024, for eight appropriations bills:\n\nCommerce, Justice, Science, and Related agencies\n\nDepartment of Defense\n\nFinancial Services and General Government\n\nHomeland Security\n\nInterior, Environment, and related agencies\n\nLabor, Health and Human Services, Education, and related agencies\n\nLegislative Branch\n\nState and Foreign Operations and related programs\n\nThe continuing resolution passed in the House of Representatives.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/ryan-graves-founder-americans-safe-aerospace-joins-rep-burchett-tennessee", "Ryan Graves, founder of Americans for Safe Aerospace, joins Rep. Burchett on Tennessee Talks", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (November 15, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, former Navy pilot and founder of Americans for Safe Aerospace Ryan Graves joins Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to discuss his experiences as a Navy pilot, the founding of Americans for Safe Aerospace, and work that needs to be done on the UAP issue.\n\n\u201cRyan was a key player in the Oversight hearing we had on UAPs in July,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cHe's the first active-duty pilot to come forward to Congress to testify about UAPs and he was brave to do so. He cares about transparency and wants to see some serious movement on this issue.\u201d\n\nRyan Graves is a former Navy F-18 pilot and T-45C Goshawk instructor pilot. Ryan deployed aboard the USS Enterprise in 2012 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and again in 2015 aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt in support of Operation Inherent Resolve over Iraq & Syria.\n\nGraves is currently the CEO and founder of Merged Point and host of the Merged podcast. Merged is an open-minded exploration of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) through the lens of pilots, scientists, and innovators. Ryan volunteers his time in service of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, where he serves as Chair of the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Integration & Outreach Committee.\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-diana-harshbarger-senator-mike-lee-r-ut-re-introduce-immediate", "Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) Re-Introduce Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act", "2023-11-15", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger and Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) re-introduced the Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act, which would remove the burdensome waiting period for terminally ill patients' access to their Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program benefits.\n\nAmericans who are unable to work due to a terminal illness qualify for SSDI, providing them with a monthly cash benefit. However, despite past reforms, most patients are required to undergo a five-month waiting period before receiving their benefit - even if they are expected to pass away within that time, resulting in some Americans receiving no benefits at all prior to their passing.\n\nThis critical legislation would eliminate this wearisome waiting period, allowing those suffering from terminal illnesses immediate access to their SSDI benefits, and do so in a fiscally responsible manner.\n\n\u201cVulnerable Americans with grave medical conditions should not be shouldering the burden of Washington bureaucracy when navigating end-of-life decisions,\u201d said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \u201cIt is crucial to ensure prompt access to benefits for those enduring significant hardships, and I am proud to join Senator Mike Lee in introducing this vital legislation. Our common-sense bill will guarantee timely benefits for individuals with terminal illnesses, in a fiscally responsible way.\u201d\n\n\u201cSocial Security Disability Insurance provides a financial safety net for disabled workers but requires a five-month waiting period prior to receipt of benefits,\" said Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) \"Unfortunately, for some Americans who suffer from illnesses that are clearly disabling long-term, have short life expectancies, and have no known cure, five months is simply too long. If passed, my bill could put SSDI benefits into patients\u2019 hands sooner, relieving some of the stress associated with end-of life care.\u201d\n\nThe legislation has strong support amongst patient advocacy groups, including the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR) and Patients Rising.\n\n\u201cWe applaud Senator Lee and Representative Harshbarger for their leadership on this important legislation,\u201d said David Camp, interim Chief Executive Officer of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants\u2019 Representatives (NOSSCR). \u201cNOSSCR supports all efforts to eliminate or limit the 5-month exclusion period, but this is especially critical for the most vulnerable Americans who suffer from fatal diseases with no known cure and short life expectancies. Because many Social Security claimants die, lose savings or homes, and suffer as they wait for 5 months for their earned disability benefits.\u201d\n\n\"The role of health insurance and our social safety net programs are to shield patients from major financial hardship when serious illness strikes. For patients facing terminal illness, the current five-month waiting period in the Social Security Disability Insurance program is unethical and inhumane,\u201d said Terry Wilcox, Co-Founder and CEO of Patients Rising. \u201cThe Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act will offer patients and their families important financial support and dignity during a devastating moment.\"\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act is a compassionate and fiscally responsible, good-government proposal to ensure that the most vulnerable Americans have quicker access to their earned SSDI benefits. The legislation would help relieve some of the stress and costs associated with end-of-life care, as well as make common-sense reforms to strengthen SSDI program integrity.\n\nEligible disabled Americans would be those with a disease listed on the Social Security Compassionate Allowance List, suffer from a disease with no known cure, and have an average life expectancy of five years or less from the date of diagnosis.\n\nThe Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act would:\n\nGive eligible disabled Americans the choice of immediately accessing their monthly SSDI cash benefits in exchange for a 7% reduction; or waiting the current five-month waiting period and receiving their normal full benefits\n\nRequire any future additions to the Compassionate Allowance Initiative to be recommended by the Social Security Administration and approved by Congress\n\nUpdate the overpayment collection threshold for Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) from $10 to 10 percent, aligning it with the overpayment threshold in the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program\n\nEliminate the ability of individuals to access at the same time both SSDI benefits and unemployment benefits\n\nThe Social Security Administration currently lists 42 diseases that would qualify under the legislation for immediate access to SSDI.\n\nAn analysis by the Social Security Office of the Chief Actuary (OCACT) concludes this legislation would save the Social Security program $5.6 billion over the next decade, and would improve Social Security's long-term actuarial balance.\n\nA summary of the bill can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-rep-rose-votes-no-continuing-biden-pelosi-schumer-spending", "U.S. Rep. Rose Votes \u2018NO\u2019 on Continuing Biden-Pelosi-Schumer Spending", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014U.S. Representative John Rose released the following statement after voting \u2018NO\u2019 on H.R. 6363, Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extension Act:\n\n\u201cTennesseans did not send me to Washington to continue spending their tax dollars at levels rubber-stamped by Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer, and Joe Biden,\u201d said Rep. Rose. \u201cTennesseans shouldn\u2019t be forced to pay for Washington\u2019s dysfunction, which is why I voted \u2018NO\u2019 on the continuing resolution. I remain committed to continuing our work on the twelve single-subject appropriations bills. I have voted \u2018YES\u2019 on all eight that have come to the House Floor, to deliver commonsense fiscal reforms for my constituents and the American people that get our country\u2019s dire financial situation back on track.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-schneider-introduce-legislation-revoke-tax-exempt-status-nonprofits", "Kustoff, Schneider Introduce Legislation to Revoke Tax-Exempt Status to Nonprofits Supporting Hamas", "2023-11-14", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) and Congressman Brad Schneider (D-IL) introduced bipartisan legislation to revoke the tax-exempt status for any organization that provides financial support or resources to designated terrorist groups.\n\nRecent reports have indicated that U.S. based, tax-exempt nonprofits may be providing funding and support to Hamas.\n\n\"A crucial pillar in the global fight against terrorism is dismantling the financial networks of terrorist organizations, including Hamas,\u201d said Congressman Kustoff. \"Under no circumstances should organizations supporting terrorism be allowed to receive preferential treatment under the U.S. tax code. I urge the swift passage of this legislation that will significantly diminish the ability of Hamas and other terrorist groups to finance their operations and carry out future attacks.\"\n\n\"In the weeks following Hamas\u2019s barbaric massacre of Israelis on October 7th, America has witnessed a dramatic increase in incidents of hateful speech, threats of violence and, shockingly, support for the Hamas terrorists. American taxpayer funds should never be used to support terrorist groups like Hamas, Hezbollah or ISIS. That\u2019s why I am proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation to prevent American taxpayers from directly or indirectly assisting any groups that support or advance the interests of terrorists,\" said Congressman Brad Schneider.\n\nClick here to read the full text of the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-offers-amendment-reduce-sec-chairman-salary-1", "Rep. Burchett offers amendment to reduce SEC Chairman salary to $1", "2023-11-08", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (November 8, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) offered an amendment to the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act which would reduce the salary of Gary Gensler, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), to $1. The amendment did not pass the House.\n\nIn his remarks on the House floor, Rep. Burchett said, \u201cRather than implementing his rules to protect and grow investors, which he is supposed to do, Mr. Speaker, Gensler is focused on catering to the left-wing mob. He is forcing companies to prioritize Green New Deal-style climate initiatives and diversity quotas over the interests of investors.\u201d\n\nRepublicans and Democrats have both previously expressed concerns regarding Gensler implementing new rules without allowing adequate time for public comment.\n\nMany of these new rules have focused on forcing companies to comply with more Equity, Social, Governance (ESG) policies and increasing reporting requirements for racial and gender demographics in the name of prioritizing diversity quotas over the interests of investors.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-leads-letter-irs-demanding-plan-uphold-taxpayer-rights", "Congressman Kustoff Leads Letter to IRS Demanding Plan to Uphold Taxpayer Rights", "2023-11-07", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) sent a letter to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Daniel Werfel demanding answers about a recent report that concluded IRS officials had violated taxpayers\u2019 rights by directly contacting taxpayers who are represented before the IRS.\n\n\"The findings of this report are deeply concerning, but not unexpected. Under President Biden, the IRS has exhibited a consistent disregard for U.S. taxpayer rights; repeatedly violating taxpayer protections and mismanaging sensitive taxpayer information. The IRS\u2019s incompetence and abuse are especially concerning given its plan to hire 87,000 new enforcement agents to increase audits on U.S. taxpayers. The last thing families and small businesses need right now is more scrutiny from the IRS. It is crucial the IRS has the processes and policies in place to ensure U.S. taxpayers have the privacy and protection they deserve,\" the lawmakers wrote.\n\nThe letter was signed by House Ways and Means Committee Reps. Claudia Tenney (R-NY), Lloyd Smucker (R-PA), Adrian Smith (R-NE), and Vern Buchanan (R-FL).\n\nClick here to read the full text of the letter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-mnpd-chief-continues-ignore-request-information-about-evidence-seized", "Rep. Rose: MNPD Chief Continues to Ignore Request for Information About Evidence Seized in Covenant School Shooting Case", "2023-11-06", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC\u2014Today, U.S. Rep. John Rose released a statement after Metro Nashville Police Department Chief John Drake refused to respond to a letter, sent by the Representative 191 days ago, about the evidence seized in the Covenant School shooting investigation.\n\n\u201cNashvillians and Tennesseans deserve greater transparency and responsiveness on an issue that so deeply affects our community,\u201d Rep. Rose said. \u201cChief Drake has completely ignored my reasonable request for more information regarding the evidence seized in the Covenant School shooting. This lack of cooperation is leaving those of us in positions of leadership in the dark, without critical insights that may be helpful as we discuss policy solutions that may prevent future tragedies.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nOn April 26, Rep. Rose sent a letter to MNPD Chief John Drake requesting that the materials seized in relation to the Covenant School shooting be released without delay. If that was not possible, Rep. Rose requested a written explanation and timeline as to when this information could be released.\n\nRead Rep. Rose\u2019s full letter here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-office-makes-book-delivery-sevier-schools", "Harshbarger Office Makes Book Delivery to Sevier Schools", "2023-11-03", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "KODAK, TN. - This week, staff from the office of U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) visited Northview Primary school and Northview Junior Academy in Kodak to deliver book donations.\n\n\"Preparing our future leaders with the resources they need to find success in and out of the classroom is near and dear to my heart,\" said Congresswoman Harshbarger. \"The U.S. Library of Congress Surplus Books Program, led by Joe Mahar and his colleagues, is a godsend for schools throughout East Tennessee, and I would like to thank them for their continued assistance in our effort to promote a successful future for our next generation. Through the continued communication of librarians Jessica Randles and Michele Bowman, my office was able to play a small role in supporting their tremendous efforts to foster a creative learning environment for inquisitive young minds.\"\n\nNational Book Month is observed during the month of October, which focuses on the importance of promoting an interest in and highlighting the importance of reading, writing, and literature.\n\nAbout: Northview Primary School, Junior Academy\n\nIn partnership with the Library of Congress Surplus Books Program and on behalf of Rep. Harshbarger\u2019s office, this surplus book donation will help fill the shelves of Northview Primary School\u2019s and Junior Academy's libraries and instill a love of reading in every student. To date, both schools have received over 100 books through crucial donations from the Library of Congress Surplus Books Program.\n\nNorthview Primary School, the first awarded a Tennessee STEM School Designation in Sevier County, serves students in pre-kindergarten through the third grade. Northview Primary School places an emphasis on nurturing the needs of each student to foster an optimal learning environment, teaches the value of perseverance to ensure students are prepared to overcome any obstacle, and equips the school's young minds with the knowledge they need to reach their full potential. Read more about Northview Primary School here.\n\nAs part of the Sevier County Schools System, Northview Junior Academy offers a variety of courses for its student population, including accelerated STEM classes and Career Technical Education for seventh to ninth graders. Northview Junior Academy prides itself on providing students a safe, respectful learning environment in preparation for their success beyond the classroom. Read more about Northview Junior Academy here.\n\nBackground: Library of Congress Surplus Books Program\n\nThe Office of Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger has delivered thousands of books throughout East Tennessee, fulfilling requests from libraries, schools, non-profits, and qualifying early childhood and senior centers.\n\nEligibility requirements include one of the following:\n\nFull\u00adtime, tax\u00ad supported or non-profit educational institution: school, school system, library, childcare or early learning center, college, university, or museum as a few examples.\n\nAgency of local, state, or federal government.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-wasserman-schultz-introduce-resolution-denouncing-antisemitism-college", "Kustoff, Wasserman Schultz Introduce Resolution Denouncing Antisemitism on College Campuses", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) and Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) introduced a bipartisan resolution in the House of Representatives to condemn and denounce antisemitism at institutions of higher education. This resolution was co-sponsored by over 50 of their colleagues.\n\nThe resolution is in response to the horrific uptick in antisemitic attacks, incidents, and harassment on college campuses. Antisemitic incidents have spiked 388% across the U.S. since Hamas\u2019s massacre of Israelis on October 7, 2023, according to Anti-Defamation League (ADL) preliminary data.\n\n\"The rise of antisemitism, especially within young people on college campuses, is abhorrent,\" said Congressman Kustoff. \"Hate has no place in our national discourse, and it is imperative leaders condemn and voice their strong opposition to such horrifying acts of violence and discrimination. Jewish students deserve to feel safe on their campuses, not be subjected to intimidation and harassment. I am proud to introduce this critical, bipartisan resolution that reiterates the need to combat antisemitism in higher education. I urge the swift passage of this resolution in the House of Representatives.\u201d\n\n\"Blatant antisemitism masked in pro-Palestinian activism is, sadly, nothing new on college campuses,\" said Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz. \"But I am horrified by the sheer volume of threats, vandalism, doxing, and violence targeting Jewish students, often encouraged by morally bankrupt faculty members who praised the massacre and kidnapping of Jewish families. The pernicious spread of Jew hatred on our campuses must be reversed.\"\n\nThe companion resolution was introduced in the United States Senate by Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), James Lankford (R-OK), and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD). It passed by unanimous consent on October 26, 2023.\n\nThis resolution is supported by the American Jewish Committee, Anti-Defamation League, B\u2019nai B\u2019rith International, Hadassah -- The Women\u2019s Zionist Organization of America, Jewish Federations of North America, Jewish on Campus, Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC), Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America, and World Jewish Congress.\n\nClick here to read the full text of the resolution.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/patricia-bible-president-katom-restaurant-supply-joins-rep-burchett-tennessee", "Patricia Bible, President of KaTom Restaurant Supply joins Rep. Burchett on Tennessee Talks", "2023-11-01", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (November 1, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Patricia Bible, President and Owner of KaTom Restaurant Supply joins Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to discuss starting a business in her garage in the 1980s and turning it into one of the largest restaurant equipment suppliers with over 130,000 items in its inventory.\n\n\u201cPatricia is a businesswoman and a good one at that,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cShe started a business from scratch and has watched it grow into the 6th largest firm in the industry that employs hundreds of East Tennesseans.\u201d\n\nKaTom Restaurant Supply employs over 200 people and has earned a number of accolades. They include being named to business magazine Inc. 500/5000\u2019s list of the country\u2019s fastest-growing companies for 13 years running as well as awards for Woman-Owned Business Excellence and Large Business Excellence.\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-reps-rose-and-desjarlais-blast-usda-threatening-future-tennessee-walking", "U.S. Reps. Rose and DesJarlais Blast USDA for Threatening Future of Tennessee Walking Horse Industry, Without Giving Stakeholders Time to Address Its Potential Harm", "2023-10-27", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC\u2014Today, U.S. Representatives John Rose (TN-06) and Scott DesJarlais (TN-04) criticized the USDA\u2019s decision not to extend the 60-day public comment period for a proposed rule that would result in a sweeping change to the Tennessee Walking Horse Industry.\n\n\u201cWhen the government proposes a new rule that threatens to decimate an entire industry, 60 days of public comment is insufficient,\u201d Rep. Rose said. \u201cI\u2019m more than disturbed by the USDA\u2019s decision to deny the many stakeholders of the Tennessee Walking Horse Industry more time to prepare thoughtful, data-driven, and science-based comments on the proposed rule. This is another example of government gone wrong.\u201d\n\n\u201cPresident Biden\u2019s liberal USDA is pushing forward with a flawed rule that will do nothing to protect the already well cared for horses. This industry, in the heart of my district, has been under attack for years,\u201d said Rep. DesJarlais. \u201cI have a long history of defending the walking horse industry from overburdensome and ineffective government regulation since I came to Congress in 2011.\u201d\n\nThe proposed change, published by the USDA\u2019s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) on Aug. 21, 2023, would ban action devices and pads and thus eliminate entire categories of competition for Tennessee Walking Horses. Performance categories currently account for 70% of horses entered in shows, including the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration.\n\nIn September, Reps. Rose and Scott DesJarlais (TN-04) led three Members of Congress, Reps. David Kustoff (TN-08), Hal Rogers (KY-05), and James Comer (KY-01), in sending a letter to USDA requesting a 60-day extension and outlining why more time is critical to ensure the most comprehensive and focused comments are submitted to APHIS for review. In the letter, the Members also noted that the proposed rule was published at the height of the Walking Horse Industry\u2019s largest show.\n\nRead the full letter here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-announces-november-mobile-office-hours", "Congressman Kustoff Announces November Mobile Office Hours", "2023-10-27", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) announced mobile office hours for the month of November. Mobile office hours will be held on Thursday, November 2, and Tuesday, November 7.\n\n\u201cMobile office hours are a great way for constituents to connect with our office and let us know how we can continue to best represent Tennessee\u2019s Eighth Congressional District in Washington,\u201d said Congressman Kustoff. \u201cIf you need assistance with a federal agency such as the Small Business Administration, Social Security Administration, or the Department of Veterans Affairs, I encourage you to visit our mobile office sites across West Tennessee.\u201d\n\nThursday, November 2\n\nFayette \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nFayette County Chamber of Commerce\n\n120 E Court Square Unit 101\n\nSomerville, TN 38068\n\nHardeman \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHardeman County Courthouse\n\n100 N Main St\n\nBolivar, TN 38008\n\nCarroll \u2014 9:00am - 11:00 am\n\nTown of Huntingdon City Hall\n\n19810 E Main St\n\nHuntingdon, TN 38344\n\nGibson \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nMilan City Hall\n\n1061 S Main St\n\nMilan, TN 38358\n\nMcNairy \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nMcNairy County Court House\n\n170 Court Ave\n\nSelmer, TN 38375\n\nHardin \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nTennessee River Museum\n\n495 Main St\n\nSavannah, TN 38372\n\nTuesday, November 7\n\nLauderdale \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nLauderdale County Courthouse\n\n100 Court Square\n\nRipley, TN 38063\n\nTipton \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nCovington City Hall\n\n200 W. Washington Ave\n\nCovington, TN 38019\n\nCrockett \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nCrockett County Chamber Office\n\n25 N Bells St\n\nAlamo, TN 38001\n\nHaywood \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nBrownsville City Hall\n\n15 E Main St\n\nBrownsville, TN 38012\n\nHenry \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nParis Henry County Chamber of Commerce\n\n2508 E Wood St\n\nParis, TN 38242\n\nHenderson \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHenderson County Court House\n\n17 Monroe Ave\n\nLexington, TN 38351\n\nChester \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHenderson City Hall\n\n121 Crook Ave\n\nHenderson, TN 38340\n\nLake \u2014 9:00am \u2013 11:00am\n\nLake County Courthouse\n\n116 S Court St\n\nTiptonville, TN 38079\n\nObion \u2014 1:00pm \u2013 3:00pm\n\nObion County Mayor\u2019s Office\n\n316 S Third St\n\nUnion City, TN 38261\n\nPlease note, Congressman Kustoff will not be present at these mobile office hours.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-fleischmann-s-energy-and-water-development-appropriations-bill-passes-house", "Chairman Fleischmann\u2019s Energy and Water Development Appropriations Bill Passes House", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cI applaud my colleagues in the House for passing my energy and water development appropriations bill. I\u2019m proud that my bill is the outcome of months of hard work that included an open process for all Representatives to bring their ideas to the table. The result is a historic bill that invests in modernizing our nuclear deterrent and enterprise, prioritizes America\u2019s energy security by revitalizing domestic uranium enrichment capabilities, funds upgrades to water infrastructure projects nationwide, and keeps the United States the world leader in scientific research and discovery.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs Chairman of the Energy and Water Development Subcommittee, I vowed to create a conservative bill that invests in America while cutting and clawing back billions in wasteful and inflationary federal spending \u2013 this bill delivers on my promise. I thank all my colleagues in the House, on the Appropriations Committee, and Chairwoman Kay Granger for their support throughout this process. I urge the Senate to begin passing their funding bills and look forward to conference negotiations so we can move forward.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-honors-fallen-macon-county-sergeant-house-floor", "Rep. Rose Honors Fallen Macon County Sergeant on House Floor", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC\u2014Thursday, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) honored the life of a fallen officer on the House Floor.\n\nThe full remarks, as prepared for delivery, are below:\n\nMister Speaker, I rise today to remember a fallen officer from Tennessee: Sergeant William Cherry of the Macon County Sheriff\u2019s Office.\n\nSgt. Cherry passed away following a head-on collision that occurred while he was conducting a routine patrol on July 29, 2023.\n\nThose who worked alongside him describe the sergeant as a leader and mentor. They say he wore the badge with honor and that he truly carried out his oath as a law enforcement officer.\n\nSgt. Cherry cared deeply about protecting his community, especially protecting children from potential harm. The outpouring of support shown to his family since his passing is a testament to his impact on the community he cared so much about \u2013 an impact that will be felt for some time.\n\nWe lost a truly dedicated public servant and a great example of what it means to be a Tennessean.\n\nMister Speaker, I extend my deepest condolences to his wife and daughter.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-rep-rose-slams-fbi-no-response-covenant-inquiry", "U.S. Rep. Rose Slams FBI for No Response to Covenant Inquiry", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C\u2014Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) issued a statement after finally receiving a response to his letter to the FBI, dated April 26, regarding the Covenant School shooting.\n\nU.S. Rep. John Rose released the following statement:\n\n\u201cThe FBI took an unacceptable length of time - five months - to answer my letter relating to the horrible Covenant School shootings, and the nine-sentence reply was neither comprehensive in nature nor responsive to my questions in any substantive way. Such a response is insulting to my constituents and completely unhelpful to anyone personally connected with the shooting tragedy and in need of answers,\u201d said Rep. Rose. \u201cAs a Member of Congress, it is my duty to ask our taxpayer-funded federal authorities like the FBI tough questions on behalf of the people of Tennessee whom I represent. But it is also their duty to make a good faith effort to adequately respond to such queries, and in this case, the FBI failed miserably.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nOn April 26, 2022, Rep. Rose sent a letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray requesting that the materials seized in relation to the Covenant School shooting be released without delay. If that was not possible, Rep. Rose requested a written explanation and timeline as to when this information could be released.\n\nRead Rep. Rose\u2019s full letter here.\n\nOn October 13, 2022, more than five months after receiving Rep. Rose\u2019s letter, the FBI\u2019s Office of Congressional Affairs responded, \u201cWe apologize for our delay\u2026 The FBI would therefore respectfully refer you to the MNPD.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-mccaul-resolution-supporting-israel-passes-house-representatives", "Kustoff, McCaul Resolution Supporting Israel Passes House of Representatives", "2023-10-26", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, a bipartisan resolution introduced by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX), Ranking Member Gregory Meeks (D-NY), and co-sponsored by Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) overwhelmingly passed the House of Representatives. This critical resolution condemns Hamas, an Iranian-backed terrorist group, for launching the surprise and barbaric attack on Israel and reiterates the United States\u2019 unwavering support for our strongest ally in the Middle East.\n\nCongressman Kustoff spoke on the House floor in favor of the resolution. Click here to watch his remarks or read below:\n\nI rise today to speak in favor of this critical resolution to condemn Hamas\u2019 brutal attack on Israel and reiterate our nation\u2019s strong support for our greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel.\n\nWe all know that Hamas\u2019 heinous and unprovoked attacks on innocent Israelis are barbaric.\n\nIt is our responsibility as Members of Congress to stand united with Israel.\n\nAnd let me be clear: Israel has a fundamental right to defend herself and her people during this conflict, during this war.\n\nI am honored to be Chairman of the bipartisan, House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group.\n\nFrom both sides of the aisle, our members\u2019 support for the only democracy in the Middle East is absolutely ironclad.\n\nThis resolution demonstrates our unwavering commitment to Israel and our relationship.\n\nIt's important for our nation and the rest of the world, to hear this strong support and commitment from the United States House of Representatives.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-votes-mike-johnson-speaker", "Rep. Burchett votes for Mike Johnson for Speaker", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (October 25, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement on his vote for Rep. Mike Johnson (LA-04) for Speaker of the House.\n\n\u201cMike Johnson is a good man who answers to the people, not the lobbyists. He will unite our party and push fiscally responsible policies because he fears God and puts this country first. I was proud to vote for him on the floor and I look forward to his leadership.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fleischmann-mike-johnson-will-be-an-excellent-speaker-for-the-american-people", "Rep. Fleischmann: \u201cMike Johnson will be an excellent Speaker for the American People\u201d", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cMike Johnson is a man of strong faith and firm conservative convictions, and will be an excellent Speaker for the American People. I\u2019m proud that our House Republican majority united to elect Mike on the first ballot to be our Speaker. It\u2019s time for us to get back to work delivering commonsense, conservative solutions to fix Democrats\u2019 disastrous policies that are hurting Americans and making our country less safe,\u201d said Congressman Fleischmann. \u201cMike believes in individual freedom, limited government, the rule of law, fiscal responsibility, and peace through strength \u2013 this is the agenda the American People demand, and that House Republicans are committed to delivering. I look forward to working closely with Speaker Johnson to get back to work to fix Democrats\u2019 disastrous record of high inflation, open borders, out-of-control crime, and weakness abroad.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-speaks-house-floor-support-israel", "Rep. Rose Speaks on House Floor in Support of Israel", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC\u2014U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) took to the House Floor Wednesday to express his unwavering support for Israel and its people.\n\nThe full remarks, as prepared for delivery, are below:\n\nMister Speaker, today, I rise in support of America\u2019s greatest ally in the Middle East\u2014Israel\u2014its people, and its right to defend itself against the horrifying Hamas terrorist attacks that have taken the lives of so many innocent individuals\u2014including thirty-three Americans.\n\nSince that deadly attack, I have been working to assist Tennesseans and their families and friends in Israel in their attempts to come home. I have also joined Members of the Tennessee delegation in a letter to President Biden urging him to support Israel by any means possible, including by providing any weapons and munitions necessary and punishing all involved in aiding the Hamas terrorists.\n\nAnd lastly, I was proud to be an original of this resolution we are here voting on today, which reaffirms our commitment to Israel and condemns Hamas\u2019 brutal terrorist attacks.\n\nMister Speaker, we must do everything we can to protect and defend Israel.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-rep-roses-statement-support-rep-mike-johnson-speaker", "U.S. Rep. Rose\u2019s Statement in Support of Rep. Mike Johnson for Speaker", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cI\u2019d like to express my enthusiastic support for Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) to be elected the 56th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives,\u201d said Rep. Rose. \u201cI\u2019ve had the pleasure of watching his steadfast leadership and commitment to his faith and conservative values as Chairman of the largest Republican caucus in Congress, the Republican Study Committee, and as Vice-Chair of the Republican Conference, and from working with him during my time in Congress, I know that his values closely match the values of the people of Middle and East Tennessee in the Sixth District. Republicans are united and ready to govern under his leadership, and I am excited to get back to work on behalf of the American people and the folks I\u2019m honored to represent in Tennessee\u2019s Sixth District.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-statement-congratulating-house-speaker-mike-johnson", "Kustoff Statement Congratulating House Speaker Mike Johnson", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) released the below statement following the election of Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) as Speaker of the House of Representatives:\n\n\u201cCongratulations to my friend, Mike Johnson, on being elected Speaker of the House. Mike is a steadfast conservative leader who is ready and able to lead the House Republican Conference. I look forward to working with him to deliver much needed assistance to Israel, fund our government, secure our southern border, and get our economy back on track. It\u2019s time to get to work.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-6-others-who-ousted-mccarthy-offer-accept-conference-consequences", "Rep. Burchett, 6 others who ousted McCarthy offer to accept Conference consequences to help unite around a Speaker", "2023-10-20", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (Oct. 20, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) and six other members of the House Republican Party who voted for the motion to vacate the chair and remove Speaker McCarthy from office sent a letter offering to accept consequences from the Republican Conference to help unite the party around Jim Jordan for Speaker.\n\n\u201cThis is bigger than me. Electing a Speaker of the House who can get our fiscal crisis in order is more important than any one member of Congress. No matter what happens, I will always remain a proud Republican who will always fight for what\u2019s best for our country.\u201d Said Rep. Burchett.\n\nThe letter was sent as a Dear Colleague and states that while the eight members stand by their votes for the motion to vacate the chair, they are willing to accept censure, suspension, or removal from the Republican Conference if it means uniting the party around the Speaker-Designate Jim Jordan.\n\nThe letter was signed by Reps. Tim Burchett (TN-02), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Eli Crane (AZ-02), Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Bob Good (VA-05), Nancy Mace (NC-01) and Matt Rosendale (MT-02).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-members-meet-inspectors-general-scif-discuss-uaps", "House Members to meet with Inspectors General in SCIF to discuss UAPs", "2023-10-19", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (Oct. 19, 2023) \u2013 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives will meet separately with the Department of Defense Inspector General (DOD IG) and the Intelligence Community Inspector General (IC IG) in classified settings to discuss Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs).\n\nOn October 26, 2023, members will meet with the DOD IG to discuss the office\u2019s recent evaluation on how the administration analyzes and tracks UAPs.\n\nOn November 16, 2023, members will meet with IC IG to discuss the office\u2019s ongoing work on evaluating UAPs and its role in investigating UAP and retaliatory claims by personnel in the intelligence community.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-leads-letter-senate-leaders-reject-tying-foreign-aid-together", "Rep. Burchett leads letter to Senate leaders to reject tying foreign aid together", "2023-10-19", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (Oct. 19, 2023) \u2013 U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) led a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell opposing tying together funding for Ukraine, Israel, and our Southern border.\n\n\"We can't continue to fund a war in Europe that is heading into its third year. This president believes Americans are fine with passing a package that gives Ukraine another $60 billion while one of our closest allies, Israel, gets only $10 billion. That's just not reality. We also can't simply put more taxpayer money toward the Biden administration's failed immigration policies that have led to a crisis at our Southern border instead of a separate comprehensive border package. We need to let these bills stand alone and vote on them individually\" said Rep. Burchett.\n\nThe letter was signed by: U.S. Reps. Tim Burchett (TN-02), Mike Collins (GA-10), Mike Garcia (CA-27), Mark Green (TN-07), and Matt Rosendale (MT-02).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-kustoff-miller-lawler-introduce-bill-urging-biden-confirm-no-aid-will-go", "Reps. Kustoff, Miller, Lawler Introduce Bill Urging Biden to Confirm No Aid Will Go to Hamas", "2023-10-19", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, Reps. David Kustoff (R-TN), Max Miller (R-OH), and Mike Lawler (R-NY) introduced the Stop Taxpayer Funding of Hamas Act in the House of Representatives. This bill will ensure that no American taxpayer dollars will be authorized to Gaza until President Joe Biden ensures Congress these funds will not benefit terrorist organizations, such as Hamas.\n\n\"It is imperative that no American taxpayer dollars fall in the hands of terrorists, such as Hamas, who call for the destruction of the State of Israel,\" said Congressman Kustoff. \"I urge President Biden to confirm with Congress that no aid going to Gaza will end up in the hands of Hamas.\"\n\n\u201cTime and again, well-intentioned American and Israeli aid is stolen out of the hands of innocents and used to fund HAMAS\u2019s brutal terror campaigns,\u201d said Congressman Miller. \u201cThese barbaric savages should have ZERO claim to American taxpayer dollars. This legislation must be brought forward immediately.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe United States cannot subsidize terrorism. That is why for weeks I have called for the enforcement of the Taylor Force Act to stop prevent aid to the Palestinian Authority while it continues to pay the families of terrorists and it is why I said from the start that the $6 billion Iran deal never should have happened. The Palestinian Authority is already giving nearly $3 million to the families of Hamas terrorists who massacred Israeli civilians, including women, children, Holocaust survivors, and babies. With President Biden\u2019s announcement of $100 million in humanitarian assistance to Gaza and the West Bank, it is critical that we ensure not a single cent of this money goes into the hands of Hamas terrorists. The Stop Taxpayer Funding of Hamas Act will ensure these funds are not disbursed until that fact can be verified,\" said Congressman Lawler.\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Stop Taxpayer Funding of Hamas Act will:\n\nProhibit funds from being authorized for expenditure in the territory of Gaza until the president certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that U.S. funds can be expended without benefitting organizations and persons who are members of Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or any other terrorist organization as identified by U.S. law, nor controlled or influenced by Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or any other terrorist organization as identified by U.S. law.\n\nEnsures U.S. funds are not authorized for expenditure in the territory of Gaza through any United Nations entity or office that the President cannot certify is not encouraging or teaching anti-Israel and anti-Semitic ideas and propaganda.\n\nThis legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Rick Scott (F-FL), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), and Mike Braun (R-IN).\n\nClick here to read the full text of the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-matt-gaetz-joins-rep-burchett-tennessee-talks-discuss-speaker-vote", "Rep. Matt Gaetz joins Rep. Burchett on Tennessee Talks to discuss Speaker vote", "2023-10-18", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (October 18, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, U.S. Congressman Matt Gaetz (FL-01) joins Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to discuss their votes to remove Speaker McCarthy from his position.\n\n\u201cMatt is a friend of mine who works hard and isn\u2019t afraid to make tough decisions, and here in Washington that\u2019s a rare trait,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cWe didn\u2019t take this vote lightly, and I\u2019m glad we could have a real conversation about what happened so the American people can hear it directly from us instead of just hearing the mainstream media spin on it.\u201d\n\nRep. Gaetz offered a motion to vacate the chair on October 3, 2023, which would remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his position. The House voted in favor of the resolution, with Reps. Gaetz and Burchett joining six other Republicans to pass the motion.\n\nRep. Gaetz currently serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Judiciary Committee and hosts the popular \u201cFirebrand\u201d podcast.\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-statement-scalises-speaker-nomination", "Rep. Burchett statement on Scalise's Speaker nomination", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (Oct. 11, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement in response to Rep. Steve Scalise (LA-01) being nominated for Speaker of the House:\n\n\"Congratulations to my good friend Steve on receiving the Republican nomination for Speaker. I hope my colleagues will rally around Steve so we can get back to governing and advancing a conservative agenda. It's time for us to take this to the House floor and quickly start serving our constituents.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-votes-jim-jordan-house-speaker", "Rep. Burchett votes for Jim Jordan for House Speaker", "2023-10-17", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (October 17, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement regarding his vote for Jim Jordan as the next Speaker of the House:\n\n\u201cI voted for Jim Jordan because he's a hardworking patriot who doesn't give up on his country or his beliefs. I'm disappointed the vote didn't pass, but I won't stop fighting for leadership that can unite our party and get our country onto a fiscally conservative track.\u201d\n\nThe vote did not pass. Final tally below:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-releases-statement-race-speaker-house", "Rep. Harshbarger Releases Statement on the Race for Speaker of the House", "2023-10-16", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C - Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger released the following statement on the race for Speaker of the House of Representatives.\n\n\"Jim Jordan is the proven conservative champion that America needs as Speaker of the House and has my full support. Under his leadership, Republicans will stand united in our fight to secure our borders, rein in reckless government spending, and hold the Biden administration accountable. The Democrats\u2019 disastrous policies are destroying our country and Republicans must support our conference\u2019s nominee so that we can get back to work for the American People.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-rep-john-rose-announces-2023-military-service-academy-day", "U.S. Rep. John Rose Announces 2023 Military Service Academy Day", "2023-10-10", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "GALLATIN, Tenn.\u2013U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) is pleased to announce details for the 2023 Military Service Academy Day. The annual event gives students and parents from across the 6th Congressional District a chance to hear from representatives, alumni, cadets, and midshipmen from various Military Service Academies and ROTC programs. Any middle or high schooler interested in attending one of the nation\u2019s premiere Military Service Academies or learning about available college scholarship opportunities is encouraged to attend.\n\n\u201cOne of the highest honors of my job as a Member of Congress is the opportunity to nominate the best and brightest young, patriotic Tennesseans from the 6th District to our nation\u2019s four extraordinary Military Service Academies,\u201d Rep. Rose said. \u201cEvery year, I look forward to meeting so many students who are eager to serve their country.\u201d\n\nThe event will also provide details about the application process for those seeking a nomination from Congressman Rose. Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five U.S. Military Academies: U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY.\n\nThose interested in a Military Academy nomination must apply by Oct. 27, 2023. More information may be found at johnrose.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations.\n\nWhen: Saturday, October 14, 2023\n\n9:30 a.m. Registration\n\n10:00 a.m. Program\n\n11:00 a.m. Meet & Greet with Academy and ROTC Representatives\n\nWhere: Hendersonville High School\n\n123 Cherokee Road, Hendersonville, TN 37075", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-knesset-parliamentary-friendship-group-joint-statement-hamas-terrorist", "House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group Joint Statement on Hamas Terrorist Attack in Israel", "2023-10-10", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Chairman David Kustoff (R-TN), Ranking Member Dean Phillips (D-MN), and members of the bipartisan House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group issued the following statement in response to the horrific terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel:\n\n\u201cWe strongly condemn the brutal, barbaric terrorist attack committed by Hamas, an Iranian-backed terrorist organization, on Israel. As of now, these terrorists have reportedly wounded thousands, killed over 1,000 Israelis, and have taken at least 150 people as hostages, including women, children, and the elderly. Through their despicable acts of terror, Hamas has chosen to put innocent lives on all sides in danger and placed its desire for violence over the prospect for peace.\n\n\"As members of the bipartisan House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group, we unequivocally stand united with our ally, Israel, her people, and our friends in the Knesset during this tumultuous time.\n\n\"Let there be no mistake: The United States\u2019 commitment to Israel\u2019s security is ironclad. We must continue to support the State of Israel\u2019s right to defend herself against Hamas and other terrorists\u2019 heinous aggression, including by providing additional assistance as requested. As we mark this time of deep sorrow and sadness, our commitment to the U.S.-Israel relationship is steadfast and unwavering.\u201d\n\nThe House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group is made up of Reps. David Kustoff, Chairman (R-TN), Dean Phillips, Ranking Member (D-MN), Ann Wagner (R-MO), Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY), Anthony D\u2019Esposito (R-NY), John James (R-MI), Mike Lawler (R-NY), Max Miller (R-OH), Brad Sherman (D-CA), Kathy Manning (D-NC), Ritchie Torres (D-NY), and Nikema Williams (D-GA).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/fleischmann-joins-tennessee-congressional-delegation-to-urge-president-biden-to-take-swift-and-strong-action-to-support-israel", "Fleischmann Joins Tennessee Congressional Delegation to Urge President Biden to Take Swift and Strong Action to Support Israel", "2023-10-09", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Chattanooga, TN \u2013 U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) joined Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), along with Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) and Representatives Diana Harshbarger (TN-01), Tim Burchett (TN-02), Scott DesJarlais (TN-04), Andy Ogles (TN-05), John Rose (TN-06), and Mark Green (TN-07) in sending a letter to President Joe Biden urging his Administration to support Israel however possible, including by providing any weapons and munitions necessary and punishing all involved in aiding the Hamas terrorists.\n\n\u201cThis violent attack deserves a strong, unequivocal condemnation by the United States,\u201d Congressman Fleischmann and the Tennessee Congressional Delegation Members wrote. \u201cInstead, while the attacks persisted and Israel was threatened, your administration initially issued a statement calling on Israel to \u201crefrain from violence.\u201d So far, the administration\u2019s response has been far weaker than Israel\u2014a shining beacon of democracy and our most important ally in the Middle East\u2014deserves.\u201d\n\n\u201cWhile this is not the first act of aggression by the Hamas terrorists against one of our greatest allies, it is certainly the boldest,\u201d the members of Congress continued. \u201cThe failures of this administration on the world stage have no doubt emboldened those who would wish America and our allies harm. Reports indicate that U.S. arms abandoned during the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal ended up in Hamas\u2019 hands. This terrorist organization is also funded by the Iranian regime, the world\u2019s largest state sponsor of terrorism, whose coffers this administration has filled with over $6 billion in sanctions relief\u2026 The world needs American leadership, and this administration has left a void that the New Axis of Evil and terrorist groups like Hamas have already begun exploiting.\u201d\n\n\u201cOver 75 years ago, the United States was the first nation to recognize the Jewish state of Israel and affirm its right to exist. Now, in the face of senseless attacks by Iran-backed Hamas terrorists, we must again stand with Israel and reaffirm its right to defend itself. The United States of America does not abandon its friends. We urge this administration to support Israel however possible, including by providing any and all weapons and munitions necessary, and to punish the terrorists who did this, along with those who aid them. We must act swiftly and strongly,\u201d the members of Congress concluded.\n\nA copy of the letter can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congressman-fleischmann-congresswoman-torres-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-to-recognize-october-6-2023-as-manufacturing-day", "ICYMI: Congressman Fleischmann & Congresswoman Torres Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize October 6, 2023 as Manufacturing Day", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Chattanooga, TN \u2014 Congressman Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) and Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced the introduction of a bipartisan resolution to recognize the first Friday of October as Manufacturing Day. The day \u2013 which falls on October 6th this year \u2013 recognizes the importance of manufacturing to the United States and East Tennessee. According to recent data, manufacturers contribute $2.79 trillion to the U.S. economy and employ nearly 13 million people across the country.\n\n\u201cManufacturing is a crucial part of our economy that creates good-paying jobs, increases economic growth, and allows workers to learn and develop new skills. We should set aside a day to highlight America\u2019s manufacturing sector and the hardworking men and women who work every day in domestic manufacturing,\u201d saidCongressman Fleischmann. \u201cI\u2019m proud to join my colleagues to introduce this bipartisan resolution and vow to continue to work in Congress to strengthen and support American manufacturing.\u201d\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to represent almost 35,000 hardworking Americans who are employed by manufacturers in California\u2019s 35th Congressional District, and the goods we produce in the Inland Empire are used across the globe,\u201d said Congresswoman Torres. \u201cManufacturing is critical to the economic prosperity of our community, state, and the rest of the United States. By recognizing Manufacturing Day, Congress can show its commitment to ensuring manufacturers will drive our economy forward for decades to come.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-releases-statement-romeike-family", "Rep. Harshbarger Releases Statement on the Romeike Family", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C - Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger released the following statement on the Romeike family.\n\n\"Good news! ICE has granted a one-year stay of removal for the Romeike family. My colleagues in Congress, beginning with those on the Judiciary Committee, now have time to consider my bill, H.R. 5423. This bill would grant the Romeikes permanent residency. I appreciate that so many East Tennesseans were among the 100,000 Americans who petitioned support. In doing so, they conveyed firsthand knowledge of the Romeikes\u2019 contributions to our Morristown community and support of their right to homeschool their children free from persecution. I would also like to thank the Home School Legal Defense Association for its guidance in helping me secure this one-year stay as a stopgap so my work to pass H.R. 5423 may continue.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/shawn-ryan-former-navy-seal-and-host-shawn-ryan-show-joins-rep-burchett-latest", "Shawn Ryan, former Navy SEAL and host of the Shawn Ryan Show, joins Rep. Burchett on latest episode of Tennessee Talks", "2023-10-04", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 4, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Shawn Ryan, former Navy SEAL and CIA contractor joins Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to discuss what stuck with him most from his time being a SEAL, how he helps veterans transition back into civilian life, and his dive into mental health research.\n\n\u201cShawn served our country in the armed forces and is now a resident of the great state of Tennessee,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \"We both share a passion for improving mental health for veterans, and Shawn has done so much to help veterans transition back into civilian life. I have a great amount of respect for Shawn for his service and his work helping our veterans every day.\"\n\nShawn founded Vigilance Elite where his podcast attracts millions of viewers and provides a platform for veterans to share their stories of triumphs and struggles. Shawn is a proponent of psychedelic research for the mental health and TBI treatment of veterans, and he also helps them navigate difficulties in the VA.\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-statement-knox-county-sheriff-killed-line-duty", "Congressman Burchett statement on Knox County Sheriff killed in line of duty", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (October 3, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement about the death of Officer Tucker Blakely, an officer with the Knox County Sheriff's Department.\n\n\u201cKelly and I are praying for family of Officer Tucker Blakely, who was shot and killed in the line of duty. Our law enforcement officers risk their lives every time they put on the uniform, and we are grateful for that every day. We will never forget their sacrifice. God bless the Knox County Sheriff\u2019s Department.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-votes-motion-vacate-chair", "Congressman Burchett votes for motion to vacate the chair", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (October 3, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) voted for the motion to vacate the chair. He released the following statement:\n\n\u201cThis was a tough decision. I voted for McCarthy for Speaker of the House back in January and I consider him a friend. However, I had to vote for what I think is best for the American people. We need leadership that will take real action to address our country\u2019s serious financial crisis and steer us in a better direction, and we shouldn\u2019t settle for anything less than that.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-statement-motion-vacate-chair", "Rep. Burchett statement on motion to vacate the chair", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (October 3, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement on his intention to vote for the motion to vacate the chair.\n\n\u201cI have to vote my conscience. We failed to do our job and pass a budget and then passed a temporary spending bill to extend the deadline like we do every year. It\u2019s a tough decision, but I\u2019m poised to vote for the motion to vacate because we are $33 trillion dollars in debt. We either need to change our direction or change our leadership.\u201d\n\nThe vote is expected to happen in the early afternoon.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-fleischmann-brings-america-s-newest-national-cemetery-to-east-tennessee", "Rep. Fleischmann Brings America\u2019s Newest National Cemetery to East Tennessee", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cFor decades, Chattanooga\u2019s veteran community has been rightfully sounding the alarm that the Chattanooga National Cemetery is rapidly running out of space. In fact, in less than a decade, the current cemetery will be fully at capacity, and there will be no more room for burials \u2013 this is why expanding Chattanooga\u2019s National Cemetery is critically important to our veterans and their families,\u201d said Congressman Fleischmann. \u201cFor nearly 160 years, the current national cemetery in Chattanooga has served as the final, noble resting place for generations of service members who\u2019ve worn our country\u2019s uniform. With the VA\u2019s announcement that they will expand the Chattanooga National Cemetery, generations of veterans and their families will continue to have a sacred place to be buried with dignity, honor, and respect.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am so proud to be able to bring America\u2019s newest national cemetery to East Tennessee. I worked diligently with the VA and local leaders to ensure that the expansion of the Chattanooga National Cemetery remained in East Tennessee. There is no better place in the U.S. to honor our nation\u2019s veterans than the property the VA has chosen in Meigs County. Our nation\u2019s veterans, their families, and their loved ones deserve the best. This includes the best possible place for our nation to honor our heroes and their loved ones. I\u2019m proud to have secured the best new national cemetery for our service members and veterans.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-releases-statement-following-vote-motion-vacate", "Rep. Rose Releases Statement Following Vote on Motion to Vacate", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cSince taking the majority in January, Republicans under Speaker McCarthy\u2018s leadership have kept our promise to pass legislation that secures our southern border, rein in Washington\u2019s reckless spending, restore America\u2019s energy independence, investigate the Biden Family\u2019s shady business dealings, and restore the American people\u2019s voice in the People\u2019s House,\u201d said Rep. Rose.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-votes-nay-motion-vacate", "OGLES VOTES \u2018NAY\u2019 ON MOTION TO VACATE", "2023-10-03", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) issued the following statement regarding his \u2018nay\u2019 vote on the motion to vacate former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (CA-20):\n\n\u201cLast week, we watched House leadership force through a 45-day CR that continued out-of-control spending in Washington. We have had months to pass 12 appropriations bills and fund the government through regular order. I did not come to Washington to do business as usual. I came here to represent the people of Tennessee\u2019s Fifth District diligently and with wisdom,\u201d said Congressman Ogles.\n\n\u201cRight now, we are in the middle of a battle to get the government funded. I fear vacating the Speaker would be premature and risk another bloated CR in November. I share the frustrations and disappointment surrounding McCarthy\u2019s leadership. However, I cannot, in good conscience, act rashly and without proper consideration of the consequences. A team might fire a coach at the end of the season but would not do it mid-game. I think House Republicans are in a similar position; the game we need to win right now is funding the government through regular order. What happens after we secure this win for the American People is still up for debate, but at this moment, I am focused on achieving victory for my constituents and the country.\u201d\n\nThe motion passed the House by a margin of 216-210, and McCarthy was removed from his position as Speaker of the House of Representatives. Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) has been appointed Speaker Pro Tempore.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/burchett-amendment-prohibit-funding-art-embassies-included-house-spending", "Burchett amendment to prohibit funding for art in embassies included in House spending package", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (September 29, 2023) \u2013 An amendment submitted by U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) was included in the State and Foreign Operations appropriations bill that passed the House of Representatives.\n\nThis amendment prohibits funds from being used in the State Department\u2019s Art in Embassies program.\n\n\u201cThis program is a huge waste of our taxpayers\u2019 hard-earned dollars. Our country\u2019s credit rating was recently downgraded because of the government\u2019s out-of-control spending, and this is a prime example of what that looks like,\" said Rep. Burchett. \"We\u2019re spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on art for embassies when our country is $33 trillion in debt, and that needs to end today.\u201d\n\nThe State Department has previously spent:\n\n$420,000 for a statue in Montenegro\n\n$350,000 for a wall mosaic in Brazil\n\n$290,000 for a statue in Kenya\n\n$250,000 for a painting in Guatemala City\n\n$250,000 for a piece in Mexico City", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/burchett-amendment-prohibit-funding-special-climate-envoy-included-house", "Burchett amendment to prohibit funding for Special Climate Envoy included in House spending package", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (September 29, 2023) \u2013 An amendment submitted by U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) was included in the State and Foreign Operations appropriations bill that passed the House of Representatives.\n\nThis amendment prohibits funds from being used for the Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, which is led by multimillionaire and former secretary of state John Kerry.\n\n\u201cThis office doesn\u2019t do anything except send John Kerry on private jets to fly around the world and push woke Green New Deal agendas,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cThis special envoy is a waste and needs to be cut off. \u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-statement-voting-against-another-continuing-resolution", "Congressman Burchett statement on voting against another continuing resolution", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (September 30, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement about his vote against H.R. 5860 \u2013 Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act.\n\n\u201cMy reasons haven\u2019t changed since I voted against the continuing resolution yesterday. By law, we have one job and that is to pass 12 appropriations bills and a budget. We aren\u2019t doing that, which is why we are $33 trillion in debt. I won\u2019t vote to let Congress continue kicking the can down the road when we should have been working on this in August. We can\u2019t keep playing games with Americans\u2019 hard-earned money.\u201d\n\nOn September 29, Rep. Burchett voted against H.R. 5525 \u2013 Spending Reduction and Border Security Act, 2024, a continuing resolution to fund the government through October 31, 2023.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-votes-against-continuing-resolution", "Rep. Burchett votes against continuing resolution", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (September 29, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement on his vote against H.R. 5525, the Spending Reduction and Border Security Enhancement Act.\n\n\u201cI didn't vote for a continuing resolution under President Trump and I haven't voted for one under President Biden,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cWe've had more than eight months to pass fiscally responsible, single-subject appropriations bills. Leadership knows the deadline to fund the government and the American people know they're getting hosed when the House passes a continuing resolution that leads into an omnibus.\u201d\n\nRep. Burchett has not voted for a continuing resolution since entering the U.S. House of Representatives.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-releases-statement-following-no-short-term-funding-bill", "Rep. Rose Releases Statement Following \u2018No\u2019 on Short-Term Funding Bill", "2023-09-30", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC\u2014U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 5860, a short-term government funding bill:\n\n\"I voted \u2018NO\u2019 on today\u2019s Continuing Resolution (CR) because we are simply in too much debt and Tennesseans cannot continue to pay for the out-of-control spending enacted by Biden, Pelosi, and Schumer,\" said Rep. Rose. \"In a classic demonstration of DC's dysfunction, at the 11th hour, Congress was given the doomsday scenario of shutting down the government or continuing the flawed spending policies that have resulted in record inflation. To me and my constituents\u2014this is unacceptable, and just another reason why I voted \u2018NO\u2019 and remain committed to passing 12 single-subject appropriations bills that deliver conservative wins for the American people amidst divided government.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-announces-october-mobile-office-hours-0", "Congressman Kustoff Announces October Mobile Office Hours", "2023-09-28", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08), announced mobile office hours for the month of October. Mobile office hours will be held on Tuesday, October 3, and Thursday, October 5.\n\n\u201cMobile office hours are a great way for constituents to connect with our office and let us know how we can continue to best represent Tennessee\u2019s Eighth Congressional District in Washington,\u201d said Congressman Kustoff. \u201cIf you need assistance with a federal agency such as the Small Business Administration, Social Security Administration, or the Department of Veterans Affairs, I encourage you to visit our mobile office sites across West Tennessee.\u201d\n\nTuesday, October 3\n\nLauderdale \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nLauderdale County Courthouse\n\n100 Court Square\n\nRipley, TN 38063\n\nTipton \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nCovington City Hall\n\n200 W. Washington Ave\n\nCovington, TN 38019\n\nCrockett \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nCrockett County Chamber Office\n\n25 N Bells St\n\nAlamo, TN 38001\n\nHaywood \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nBrownsville City Hall\n\n15 E Main St\n\nBrownsville, TN 38012\n\nHenry \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nParis Henry County Chamber of Commerce\n\n2508 E Wood St\n\nParis, TN 38242\n\nHenderson \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHenderson County Court House\n\n17 Monroe Ave\n\nLexington, TN 38351\n\nChester \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nHenderson City Hall\n\n121 Crook Ave\n\nHenderson, TN 38340\n\nLake \u2014 9:00am \u2013 11:00am\n\nLake County Courthouse\n\n116 S Court St\n\nTiptonville, TN 38079\n\nObion \u2014 1:00pm \u2013 3:00pm\n\nObion County Mayor\u2019s Office\n\n316 S Third St\n\nUnion City, TN 38261\n\nThursday, October 5\n\nFayette \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nFayette County Chamber of Commerce\n\n120 E Court Square Unit 101\n\nSomerville, TN 38068\n\nHardeman \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nHardeman County Courthouse\n\n100 N Main St\n\nBolivar, TN 38008\n\nCarroll \u2014 9:00am - 11:00 am\n\nTown of Huntingdon City Hall\n\n19810 E Main St\n\nHuntingdon, TN 38344\n\nGibson \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nMilan City Hall\n\n1061 S Main St\n\nMilan, TN 38358\n\nMcNairy \u2014 9:00am - 11:00am\n\nMcNairy County Court House\n\n170 Court Ave\n\nSelmer, TN 38375\n\nHardin \u2014 1:00pm - 3:00pm\n\nTennessee River Museum\n\n495 Main St\n\nSavannah, TN 38372\n\nPlease note, Congressman Kustoff will not be present at these mobile office hours.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-introduces-bill-federally-ban-chemical-abortions", "Rep. Ogles Introduces  Bill To Federally Ban Chemical Abortions", "2023-09-28", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) introduced the Ending Chemical Abortions Act of 2023, a bill that would federally block the use of chemical abortions in the United States. On Thursday, the Congressman held a press conference with Students for Life Action and anti-abortion activist Kristan Hawkins to highlight the importance of the legislation and to encourage elected leaders from both sides of the aisle to join the effort to restrict the use of dangerous drugs for the purpose of chemical abortions.\n\nCongressman Ogles said, \u201cChemical abortions not only end a human life but pose a serious risk to the lives of the mothers. The FDA has failed to protect women and unborn children for over 20 years. In 2021, it went even further and eliminated the in-person dispensing requirement. This decision has led to an overwhelming increase in chemical abortion-related ER visits, health complications, and even deaths. It\u2019s a tragedy that the Biden Administration and the FDA would put their radical pro-choice agenda ahead of the health and safety of women and girls across the country. I\u2019m taking a stand against the irresponsibility of the Democrats and working to protect women and girls across America. I\u2019m taking a stand for life because, born or unborn, every single person is uniquely and wonderfully made. It's not merely a political issue; it's a moral duty to uphold the sanctity of life. I am committed to safeguarding the innocent and voiceless in our society.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe abortion radicals in the Biden Administration, while claiming to care about the environment, actually allow chemically tainted placenta tissue, blood, and human remains to be flushed into our waterways, where plant, animal, and aquatic life are exposed to what remains. The pills are clearly deadly to the preborn and exceptionally harmful to women. In fact, Students for Life of America & SFLAction have prioritized ending exposure to the killing metabolites in Chemical Abortion pills, which have four times the rate of injury and ten times the death rate of surgical abortions, which are also deadly. Also troubling, during the Clinton, Obama, and now Biden Administration, no FDA or EPA environmental assessments were completed to ensure that dumping human remains was not a hazard to all life. Not even hospitals or brick-and-mortar abortion vendors can get away with that.\u201d - Kristan Hawkins, President of Students for Life\n\n\u201cDo-it-yourself chemical abortion-by-mail is quickly becoming the abortion industry\u2019s method of choice for targeting the unborn. In this particularly dangerous method of abortion, mothers are often not seen by a doctor; ectopic pregnancies, for which chemical abortion can be deadly to the mother, are not diagnosed, and the age and size of the unborn child are not observed. We are grateful for Rep. Ogles\u2019 work to shed light on this dangerous industry practice. As we work for a culture where the intentional taking of an unborn child\u2019s life is unthinkable, we are glad to support this legislation.\u201d - Quena Gonzalez, Senior Director of Government Affairs at the Family Research Council.\n\n\u201cWe applaud Representative Ogles\u2019 leadership on \u201cThe Ending Chemical Abortions Act of 2023.\u201d Chemical abortions fail at an alarming rate, putting women and the unborn child at risk of a second abortion procedure. The Abortion Survivors Network is committed to serving survivors of abortion at any gestational age, along with their mothers, who deserve compassionate prenatal and postpartum care, a delivery plan, and emotional support. Let us continue to work together to ensure survivors and their families receive the best medical and emotional care possible. We look forward to continuing our work with Congressman Ogles and others who support this bill.\u201d - Melissa Ohden, President and CEO of The Abortion Survivors Network.\n\nCosponsors [13]: Diana Harshbarger [TN-01], Rep. Jeff Duncan [SC-03], Rep. Randy Weber [TX-14], Rep. Mary Miller [IL-15], Barry Moore [AL-2], Trent Kelly [MS-5], Paul Gosar [AZ-09], Jodey Arrington [TX-19], Dan Crenshaw [TX-02], Andrew Clyde [GA-09], Rick Allen [GA-12], Keith Self [TX-03], Robert Aderholt [AL-4]\n\nSupporting Groups: Students for Life Action, CatholicVote, Family Research Council, Family Policy Alliance, Concerned Women for America Legislative Action Committee, Abortion Survivors Network, Heritage Action, Americans United for Life.\n\nBILL TEXT", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-diana-harshbarger-marks-successful-kickoff-event-bipartisan-rural-health", "Rep. Diana Harshbarger Marks Successful Kickoff Event of the Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus", "2023-09-25", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, the Chairs of the Congressional Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus, Representative Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) and Representative Jill Tokuda (D-HI), held a kick-off event marking its formal launch. The event received wide participation, including caucus members Rep. Glenn \u201cGT\u201d Thompson (R-PA), Rep. Susan Wild (D-PA), Rep. Carol Miller (R-WV), Rep. Andrea Salinas (D-OR), Rep. Nikki Budzinski (D-IL), Rep. James C. Moylan (R-GU), and Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM).\n\nThe event also featured remarks by Carrie Cochran-McClain, Chief Policy Officer of the National Rural Health Association (NRHA).\n\n\u201cAs a community pharmacist in East Tennessee for over 30 years, I understand the health care issues faced by rural communities,\u201d said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \u201cI was proud to join my fellow co-chair, Representative Jill Tokuda, and our congressional colleagues to highlight the needs of patients and health care professionals in rural and remote areas. I look forward to working with my counterparts to address issues such as workforce shortages, medical supply scarcities, limited access to care, and other health care challenges to improve patient outcomes.\u201d\n\n\u201cRepublicans and Democrats from across the country came together to share health care issues impacting their districts,\u201d said Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02). \u201cFrom increasing mental health needs to expanding broadband to support telehealth and addressing provider shortages, it\u2019s clear that while our districts vary in location and demographic, we are united in the fight to improve health care access. We agree that Congress must do more to target resources to address the health disparities in rural and remote communities. I am proud to co-lead the Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus with my esteemed colleague, Rep. Harshbarger, and look forward to continuing this important work together.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe National Rural Health Association (NRHA) applauds Representatives Tokuda and Harshbarger for relaunching the Congressional Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus, and for all the participating members for their advocacy on rural health issues. The Caucus will be a great opportunity to bring critical issues facing rural providers and patients to the forefront and develop solutions. NRHA is excited to work closely with the Rural Health Caucus and advance rural health priorities in Congress,\u201d said Alan Morgan, Chief Executive Officer of the National Rural Health Association.\n\n\u201cHaving spent nearly 30 years in health care before coming to Congress, I am acutely aware of the many challenges facing rural communities,\u201d Rep. Glenn \u201cGT\u201d Thompson (PA-15) said. \u201cThe Rural Health Care Caucus will raise awareness about the unique issues my constituents, and others in rural America, face when accessing medical services. I will always use my voice in Congress to support policies that improve access to quality health care services, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to address these challenges.\u201d\n\n\u201cI\u2019m excited to work with my colleagues, Republicans and Democrats, to address barriers to accessing quality health care in rural areas across the country,\u201d said Congresswoman Susan Wild (PA-07). \u201cWhether it\u2019s advocating for fair reimbursement rates for rural hospitals, or pushing to protect the 340B drug pricing program, I\u2019ll continue pushing to make sure that everyone\u2014no matter where they live\u2014can access the quality, affordable care they need to stay healthy.\u201d\n\n\u201cHaving access to affordable health care is the difference between life and death for many rural Americans,\u201d said Congresswoman Miller (WV-01). \u201cIt is unacceptable that all West Virginian\u2019s don\u2019t have quality health care available to them when they need it. I am looking forward to working with the Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus on health care policies that will provide quality care in our communities, prioritize our health care workforce, and educate members of Congress on why rural America needs better and more accessible health care.\u201d\n\n\"Every American deserves to have access to affordable, high-quality health care, no matter where they live,\" said Congresswoman Budzinski (IL-13). \"I'm excited to help launch the Bipartisan Rural Health Care Caucus to focus on addressing the challenges too many of my constituents face in receiving the care they need.\"\n\n\u201cNo one should have to travel for hours through treacherous terrain to see a doctor. But for so many in rural Oregon, this is simply reality,\u201d said Rep. Andrea Salinas (OR-06). \u201cThat\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to be a founding member of the Rural Health Care Caucus. Together, we will find ways to increase access to quality, affordable health care \u2013 including mental health care \u2013 for our rural communities. As Oregon continues to experience an unprecedented mental health and substance use crisis, it\u2019s even more critical that we address these issues now. I\u2019m excited to get to work, and I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to unite behind this caucus and its important mission.\u201d\n\nThe Caucus, which currently has 34 members, provides a forum for Members of Congress to advocate for legislation and policy actions that improve access to quality, affordable health care and mental health services for people living in rural and remote communities across the country.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-statement-house-going-home", "Congressman Burchett statement on House going home", "2023-09-21", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (Sept. 21, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) released the following statement on the possibility of members of Congress going home without a spending deal:\n\n\u201cI\u2019m totally disgusted we are talking about going home when a shutdown is looming. This is a terrible idea when we should stay in D.C. and work through our differences and deliver the results we all promised the American people.\u201d\n\nSeptember 30 marks the end of the fiscal year. If Congress fails to pass 12 appropriations bills or a continuing resolution to temporarily fund the federal government by that date, the federal government will shut down until a spending package is passed.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-introduces-hot-showers-act", "Rep. Ogles Introduces The Hot Showers Act", "2023-09-21", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) introduced legislation to require the Biden Administration to remove a proposed rule that would significantly limit the availability of water heaters in the United States. The proposed rule would impose stringent standards on water heater manufacturers to increase so-called \u2018climate benefits\u2019 and, in turn, dramatically lower the availability of reliable water heaters, all while hiking up the cost for Americans.\n\n\u201cJoe Biden\u2019s climate crusade has gone too far. He has weaponized the federal rulemaking process to place non-electric technology off the market artificially. When it seemed like prices couldn\u2019t get any higher, this rule continues that trend and bankrupts consumers even more.\u201d said Congressman Ogles. \u201cI will always fight against any \u2018Green New Deal\u2019 directive that actively targets consumers and puts America last. Dealing with big government is stressful enough, and a good cure for those woes is a long hot shower. But, like most good things, Joe Biden wants to take that away from you too.\u201d\n\n\u201cSeniors will face significant increases in maintenance costs for water heaters already in operation as they attempt to comply with this rule. This will further stress their cash flow that is already compromised due to Bidenomics.\u201d - Bob Carlstrom, President of AMAC Action\n\n\u201cDOE\u2019s proposed rule would raise water heater costs while compromising features and performance. This bill would stop the regulators and protect consumers.\u201d - Ben Lieberman, Senior Fellow, Competitive Enterprise Institute\n\n\u201cThis is a critical step in preventing the government from making another attack on American families just trying to live their lives without government controlling every aspect of their lives, including the simple freedom to heat water.\u201d - Rep. Scott Perry (PA-10)\n\n\u201cFrom gas stoves to dishwashers, and now showers\u2014the Biden Administration continues to sacrifice consumer choice and the American way of life just to push its extreme climate agenda. Their proposed rule would force reliable and affordable water heaters off the market, making it harder on the wallets of Central Washingtonians and the American people who are tired of the government trying to overregulate our lives. - Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04)\n\n\u201cThe Department of Energy\u2019s proposed rule will do nothing but burden Americans further with nonsensical green new deal requirements on their hot water heaters. It\u2019s not the job of the government to regulate every facet of American life, from banning gas stoves, forcing everyone to drive electric cars, and limiting hot water heaters. These bureaucrat designed rules are being made to purposefully inflict misery on our citizens. Are we seriously talking about restricting hot water now- an essential for cleaning as well as hygiene? How about Department of energy permit some new power plants and we leave American Citizens to purchase what they want. I\u2019m happy to cosponsor this bill to stop the Biden Administration\u2019s assault on families.\u201d - Rep. Doug LaMalfa (CA-01)\n\n\u201cFrom gas stoves to electric vehicles, and now hot water heaters, it seems that the Biden administration will stop at nothing to ensure its \u2018clean energy\u2019 agenda is accomplished. The Hot Showers Act will stop the latest encroachment on American energy freedom that our citizens deserve.\u201d - Rep. Doug Lamborn (CO-05)\n\nCosigners [12]: Reps. Scott Perry (PA-10), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Andrew Clyde (GA-09), Darell Issa (CA-48), Joe Wilson (SC-02), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), David Rouzer (NC-07), Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Brian Babin (TX-36), and John Moolenaar (MI-02).\n\nBILL TEXT", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-will-not-take-salary-during-government-shutdown", "Congressman Burchett will not take salary during government shutdown", "2023-09-20", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (Sept. 20, 2023) Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) announced he will not accept a salary during a government shutdown.\n\n\u201cA government shutdown is right around the corner, yet our leaders fail to act. Now we are going to punish hardworking Americans and once again exempt Congress. This is unacceptable. If we go into a shutdown I refuse to be paid until it\u2019s over.\u201d said Rep. Burchett.\n\nSeptember 30 marks the end of FY2023. If Congress does not pass its 12 appropriations bills or a continuing resolution by then, non-essential federal services and agencies will shut down.\n\nIn the event of a government shutdown, Rep. Burchett will send a letter to the Clerk of the House requesting his pay be withheld for the duration of the shutdown.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/kansas-city-chiefs-offensive-lineman-trey-smith-joins-rep-burchett-latest", "Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Trey Smith joins Rep. Burchett on latest episode of Tennessee Talks", "2023-09-20", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 20, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Trey Smith, offensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs and former Tennessee Volunteer joins Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) to discuss why he chose Tennessee over other top-tier programs, his journey through the NFL draft, and his expectations for the upcoming season.\n\n\u201cTrey and I share a faith in Christ, a passion for UFOs, and a love for Tennessee,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \"We had a great conversation about his experience making it to the NFL along with a whole bunch of other things, and I think this episode is really worth a listen.\"\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://desjarlais.house.gov/media-center?ID=5C2D4F68-8994-4E87-92A9-3BA199901843", "REP. DESJARLAIS TO SERVE AS HASC CORE CONFEREE DURING NDAA CONFERENCE", "2023-09-20", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Scott DesJarlais", "D000616", "desjarlais.house.gov", "desjarlais", "https://desjarlais.house.gov/media-center", "scraper", "(WASHINGTON, DC)\u2013House Speaker Kevin McCarthy appointed Representative Scott DesJarlais on Tuesday, September 19th, to serve as a core conferee during the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) conference.\n\nThe House and Senate each passed their own versions of the NDAA. In order for the bill to move on to President Biden\u2019s desk, each chamber must pass the same version of the bill.\n\n\u201cI am honored to be chosen as a conferee. Ensuring that our military is fully funded is our best line of defense against our adversaries,\u201d said DesJarlais. \u201cI will work to make sure that Arnold Air Force Base, Fort Campbell, Y12 National Security Complex, and other Tennessee military assets have the resources they need to continue providing valuable capabilities to our armed forces.\u201d\n\nHouse and Senate members appointed as conferees will negotiate and vote on a final version of the bill that will then be sent back to House and Senate floor to be voted on by all members.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-introduces-seniors-access-critical-medications-act", "Rep. Harshbarger Introduces the Seniors' Access to Critical Medications Act", "2023-09-19", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger introduced the bipartisan Seniors' Access to Critical Medications Act, which would make permanent a waiver issued by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that allowed for Medicare patients to receive critical medications by mail, or allow for caregivers and family members to obtain medications for them.\n\nDuring the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE), CMS allowed for independent physicians to mail medications directly to their patients, or have them delivered by a family member or caregiver, if a Medicare patient was unable to be present in the office. CMS has ruled that the end of the COVID-19 PHE marks the end of such policies. Consequently, many patients in need of critical medicines, many of whom are cancer patients, lack the means to receive their prescriptions in a timely manner from their healthcare provider.\n\nFor many patients, especially in rural communities, a trip to one's doctor entails a long journey and puts patients at risk who don't have access to reliable transportation, or are otherwise too ill to safely travel. This legislation would allow for patients to have medications delivered to them via the mail, or by those overseeing their care.\n\nIn April of 2023, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger sent a bipartisan letter, signed by 53 Members of Congress, to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Beccerra and Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, urging them to address this issue.\n\n\"Burdensome and unnecessary CMS policies should not force patients, especially our seniors, to take an arduous journey or have their access to critical medications threatened,\" said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \"My bill, the Seniors' Access to Critical Medications Act, will modernize Medicare, promote patient safety and ensure that seniors, cancer patients, and those suffering from serious illness are able to receive the medications they need, when they need them. Our government should not be creating obstacles for Medicare patients, and this legislation is a leap forward for Medicare beneficiaries.\"\n\nThis legislation has bipartisan support, being co-introduced by Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL), Chuck Fleischmann (R-TN), Donald Davis (D-NC), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA), and Troy Balderson (R-OH).\n\n\u201cIncreasing access to care is vital, and few places is it more important than for cancer survivors. As a breast cancer survivor, I know the difficult realities that patients, their families, and caregivers face along their journey of survivorship \u2013 and my goal is to remove as many as possible,\u201d said Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz. \u201cThe Seniors\u2019 Access to Critical Medications Act, which I am proud to co-lead with Rep. Harshbarger, will pull down another obstacle for survivors to access the drugs they need. Our legislation would make it clear that physicians can deliver medicines to their patients by mail without fear of violating federal law, ensuring Medicare beneficiaries have timely access to them. Seniors, cancer survivors, and many others should not have to face additional hurdles to receiving the care and treatment they need, when they need it.\u201d\n\nA summary of the bill can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-demands-answers-yellen-treasury-committee-racial-equity", "Ogles Demands Answers From Yellen, Treasury Committee on Racial Equity", "2023-09-19", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) sent a letter to Department of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, demanding to know what the Advisory Committee on Racial Equity has done to fulfill its mission to address financial \u2018inclusion,\u2019 capital access, and housing stability. So far, the Committee has focused on advancing radical Leftist environmental, social, and governance policies.\n\n\u201cInstead of using resources to address the economic destruction of millions of Americans, Secretary Yellen and the Treasury\u2019s Advisory Committee on Racial Equity (TACRE) are focusing on forcing ESG policies on folks,\u201d said Congressman Ogles. \u201cYellen has done nothing to address the crippling inflation plaguing hardworking taxpayers. Instead, she propagates the Biden Administration\u2019s big-spending agenda, which no longer fools the American people. If Secretary Yellen can\u2019t explain her failures, I have requested she disband the TACRE committee and disclose just how much taxpayer money she wasted on this pet project.\u201d\n\nLETTER TEXT", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-calls-speaker-mccarthy-re-establish-byrd-committee", "Rep. Ogles Calls on Speaker Mccarthy To Re-establish Byrd Committee", "2023-09-19", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) called on House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (CA-20) to re-establish the Byrd Committee. The Byrd Committee, formally known as the Joint Committee on Reduction of Non-Essential Federal Expenditures, existed from 1941 to 1974. The purpose of the committee was to examine all federal government spending and identify non-essential funding. The committee would then recommend the reduction or elimination of the wasteful spending.\n\n\u201cAt a time when federal spending is out of control, and Congress truly has no idea where exactly all the money is going, renewed accountability is necessary. Crippling rates of inflation and unprecedented levels of expenditures are destroying the financial well-being of Americans,\u201d said Congressman Ogles. \u201cThe re-establishment of a Byrd Committee to identify all of the waste in current and proposed spending would help drive down costs and bring relief to millions of hard-working folks. Furthermore, it would create desperately needed transparency in Washington. I\u2019m calling on Speaker McCarthy to take action and protect the interests of the American people.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-fleischmann-mourns-passing-of-kevin-west", "Congressman Fleischmann Mourns Passing of Kevin West", "2023-09-18", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cBrenda and I are heartbroken to hear about the passing of Kevin West. Kevin was a dear personal friend whom we had known for years, and his passing is a great loss for not only both of us but for all of Chattanooga. He was dedicated to our community and our nation and served both nobly as a member of the United States Navy, a trusted radio host for decades, and finally as Director of Public Affairs for the Chattanooga Police Department.\u201d\n\n\u201cKevin West has left a legacy of service to others that is unmatched. Brenda and I will miss our friend very much. Please join us in praying for Kevin\u2019s wife, Carlene, their children, and their entire family during this difficult time.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-rep-rose-submits-amendment-continuing-resolution-prevent-fbi-director-using", "U.S. Rep. Rose Submits Amendment to Continuing Resolution to Prevent FBI Director from Using Taxpayer-Funded Jet", "2023-09-18", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C\u2014Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) introduced an amendment to H.R. 5525, Continuing Appropriations and Border Security Enhancement Act, 2024, that would prevent the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation from using taxpayer funds for air travel via enormously expensive jet aircraft.\n\nU.S. Rep. John Rose released the following statement:\n\n\u201cFBI Director Wray has abused taxpayer funds to fly privately around the world for far too long. It\u2019s time Congress ended this disgraceful use of taxpayer dollars. My amendment sends a clear message to the FBI Director that the American People aren\u2019t the ones that should be funding Biden Administration officials\u2019 lavish lifestyles.\u201d\n\nYou can read the full text of the amendment here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-kustoff-owens-harder-introduce-legislation-protect-college-sports", "Reps. Kustoff, Owens, Harder Introduce Legislation to Protect College Sports", "2023-09-18", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN), along with Congressmen Burgess Owens (R-UT) and Josh Harder (D-CA), introduced the bipartisan NCAA Accountability Act. This bill will establish due process protections for universities and individuals under investigation by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) for rule infractions.\n\n\"College sports play an important role in American life; they bring people together and contribute to many local economies across the country,\"said Congressman Kustoff. \u201cUnfortunately, the NCAA has nearly omnipotent power over college athletics and a pattern of unfair treatment towards its members. It is time Congress holds them accountable. This bill will provide the necessary due process, transparency, and fairness needed to protect our universities and student-athletes.\"\n\n\"The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has consistently wielded unchecked authority, exploitative behavior, and unfair disciplinary power over America's student-athletes, coaches, and universities, violating their right to due process,\"said Congressman Owens. \"I'm proud to join Reps. Kustoff and Harder to champion the NCAA Accountability Act, our bill to level the playing field and ensure unbiased, transparent investigation proceedings in college sports.\"\n\n\"Our Central Valley student athletes compete at the highest levels of college sports across the country and go on to be some of the greatest professional athletes,\"said Congressman Harder. \"They deserve protections, especially when they're expected to balance their education and sports careers at the same time. This bill will do right by them, their coaches, and their universities.\"\n\nBackground:\n\nWith nearly 1,100 member universities and 460,000 student athletes, the NCAA is the largest collegiate athletic association in the U.S. It governs the athletic programs of and competition between member universities. Through its monopoly power and lack of oversight, the NCAA investigates and punishes its members with little regard for fairness, due process, or transparency. Its rules are irregularly enforced, and its investigations lack established procedures. Further, the NCAA punishes universities inconsistently and unpredictably.\n\nThe NCAA Accountability Act will:\n\nDue Process:\n\nRequire the NCAA to provide its member universities with fair notice regarding enforcement proceedings.\n\nRequire the NCAA to complete any investigation no later than one year after it begins.\n\nEstablish a two-year statute of limitations.\n\nProhibit information from confidential sources from being offered into the NCAA's enforcement decisions.\n\nProhibit the NCAA from publicly disclosing information relating to an ongoing investigation until formal charges are filed.\n\nFairness, Consistency, Accountability:\n\nProvide member universities the right to resolve disputes (over sanctions for bylaw infractions) with the NCAA through arbitration. The 3-person arbitration panel will provide an independent, unbiased review and legally binding decision.\n\nRequire the NCAA to conduct its enforcement proceedings and investigations in a fair and consistent manner. The penalties issued against member institutions for bylaw infractions shall be equitable with respect to severity of the infraction and the institution's history of infractions.\n\nDirect the NCAA to submit an annual report to the DOJ summarizing its enforcement proceedings. The NCAA must also submit separate reports to each state's Attorney General summarizing its interactions with member universities headquartered in their respective states.\n\nEnforcement:\n\nDirect the DOJ to establish supervisory and investigatory procedures to determine the NCAA's compliance with this bill.\n\nAuthorize the DOJ, through an administrative law judge, to fine the NCAA or individuals on staff up to $15,000,000 for violating the provisions of this bill.\n\nAuthorize the DOJ to order the permanent removal of any member on the NCAA's Board of Governors.\n\nClickhere to read the full text of the bill.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-davidson-introduce-bill-block-entry-malign-actors-us-ahead-iranian", "Ogles, Davidson Introduce Bill to Block Entry of Malign Actors to U.S. Ahead of Iranian President\u2019s Visit", "2023-09-18", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) introduced the Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act, along with co-lead Congressman Warren Davidson (OH-08). The legislation would amend the Foreign Relations Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1990 and 1991, expanding the President\u2019s authority to deny a foreign national\u2019s admission to the United States as a representative to the United Nations.\n\n\u201cThe Biden Administration has failed the American People in negotiating the United States\u2019 relationship with Iran. The tumultuous history between Americans and the Iranians has kept foreign relations tense, yet President Biden intends to allow the Iranian President - a criminal sanctioned under US law and responsible for the senseless murder of thousands of innocents - to attend and speak at the UN\u2019s General Assembly meeting. Raisi is exactly the type of foreign national who should be refused entry to the United States for reasons of national security. His past is filled with support for state-sponsored terrorism and disregard for human rights, and that is the last person we should be allowing to enter the United States,\u201d said Rep. Ogles.\n\n\u201cSince day one in office, President Biden has been weak on Iran. We saw the Biden administration recently release a ransom payment of $6 billion to Iran, a deal that further encourages bad behavior from the world\u2019s leading state sponsor of terrorism. The United States shouldn\u2019t allow the Iranian President access to the UN General Assembly meeting this week,\u201d said Rep. Davidson.\n\nBILL TEXT", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-votes-protect-gas-powered-vehicles", "Congressman Burchett votes to protect gas-powered vehicles", "2023-09-14", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (Sept. 14, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) voted in favor of H.R. 1435, the Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act. This bill amends the Clean Air Act to prohibit the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency from granting waivers that limit the use or sale of new cars with gas-powered engines.\n\nThis bill was brought to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in response to California\u2019s Air Resource Board\u2019s decision to effectively ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035.\n\n\u201cElectric vehicles are out of most Americans\u2019 price range, and they have a whole bunch of problems that gas-powered cars don\u2019t have,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \u201cThe government has no business passing regulations that effectively force people to buy cars that are more expensive and less reliable. We need to leave those choices to the buyers.\u201d\n\nAccording to J.D. Power, fewer than 1% of cars and trucks on the road are electric, and a recent study showed that 20% of electric vehicle users who visited a charging station did not charge their vehicles, with reasons ranging from broken chargers to long lines.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-stopping-ccp-fentanyl-us-border", "OGLES: Stopping CCP Fentanyl at US Border", "2023-09-14", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) submitted a bill imposing property-blocking sanctions on Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials involved in the trafficking of fentanyl across the Southern border. This bill also makes those same individuals inadmissible to the United States.\n\n\u201cThe Biden Administration routinely chooses to placate and dignify the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s efforts to poison America through fentanyl. China remains the principal source of the illicit drug that is flooding across our southern border and killing hundreds of thousands of Americans,\u201d said Congressman Ogles. \u201cCongress cannot continue to stand idly by while the CCP and cartel thugs line their pockets while killing Americans through overdoses.My bill would require the White House to impose property sanctions on any CCP officials who are found to be complicit in killing Americans through fentanyl smuggling. It\u2019s time to send a message to the CCP that their scheme to scourge the American population will not be tolerated.\u201d\n\nRep. Tiffany said, \u201cThe Biden administration continues to put the interests of Communist China above the lives of American citizens. We know China is the primary source of fentanyl trafficked into the United States and while Democrats refuse to do anything about it, Republicans are providing solutions to stop the deadly flow.\"\n\nRep. Donalds said, \u201cJust days ago, President Biden declared, \u2018I don\u2019t want to contain China.\u2019 This defeatist admission is emblematic of his administration\u2019s failed appeasement agenda. It\u2019s imperative that we stand up to our adversary China, which is why I\u2019m proud to support The Countering CCP Fentanyl Trafficking Act. Simply put, Chinese Communist officials involved in fentanyl trafficking should be sanctioned and barred from entering our country.\n\nRep. Mooney said, \u201cWe can no longer sit back idly while China floods our streets with fentanyl. I\u2019m proud to cosponsor Rep. Ogles bill to hold China accountable for their involvement in the trafficking of the poison that has killed thousands of West Virginians a year.\u201d\n\nRep. Norman said, \u201cFentanyl is the number one cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 45. It is sickening to watch China poison our country. The Countering CCP Fentanyl Trafficking Act is necessary to punish China and CCP officials who are involved with this act of evil. We cannot stand idle any longer.\u201d\n\nRep. Crawford said, \"We have concrete evidence from the DEA that China is the main source for nearly all fentanyl related substances trafficked into the United States. It\u2019s time we take this fact seriously and go after the CCP officials who have been profiting off the deaths of thousands of Americans. The threat of the CCP isn\u2019t oceans away, it\u2019s right here at our doorstep, spilling across our southern border.\"\n\nCosigners [8]: Reps. Mary Miller (IL-15), Michael Cloud (TX-27), Tom Tiffany (WI-07), Byron Donalds (FL-19), Ralph Norman (SC-05), Alex Mooney (WV-02), Randy Weber (TX-14), and Rick Crawford (AR-01).\n\nBill Text\n\nRead FOX 17 Exclusive", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-recounts-border-trip-amidst-spending-negotiations", "Rep. Ogles Recounts Border Trip Amidst Spending Negotiations", "2023-09-14", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Andrew Ogles", "O000175", "ogles.house.gov", "ogles", "https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) wrapped up the House\u2019s August recess with a trip to the U.S./Mexico border in Arizona. During his trip, the Congressman assessed first-hand the state of the border\u2019s integrity and lack of security. As Washington politicians are in the middle of spending negotiations, Congressman Ogles and his House Freedom Caucus colleagues are doubling down on a clear message to the leadership in Congress and President Biden: No security, no funding.\n\nHe recounted the following:\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s shocking to see first hand. We have known for years now that the Biden Administration has been derelict in its duty to secure our southern border, leading to millions of illegal crossings, an unprecedented fentanyl crisis, and an increase in violent crime across the U.S. Still, I was not prepared for just how appalling the situation is. Some wall sections have been removed for \u2018deer crossings,\u2019 but the evidence is overwhelming that this is not the case.\n\nInstead, the areas surrounding these deliberate openings are littered with trash, clothing, carpet shoes, and even abandoned birth control from women and girls forced to \u2018pay their way\u2019 to the States. It is an absolute disaster. According to recent reports, the U.S./Mexico border is the most dangerous migration route in the world.\n\nSomething needs to be done immediately to curb this crisis. As we look at the spending proposals on the table, it is evident that a condition of any legislation being considered needs to deal with the border. I have personally introduced articles of impeachment against President Biden and Vice President Harris. I have also cosponsored Congressman Andy Biggs\u2019 (AZ-05) articles of impeachment against Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. Furthermore, I have introduced the Stop the Invasion Act and voted in favor of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act of 2023.\n\nInstead of rebuilding the wall in places it has been torn down for the \u2018deer,\u2019 President Biden is selling off the materials purchased using taxpayer dollars and halting any future construction. It is unfathomable how utterly out of touch with the situation the Washington Democrats are and that the White House is essentially encouraging more folks to make the treacherous journey to illegally enter the United States.\n\nAnd once illegal aliens arrive, they are placed in overcrowded detention facilities that lack the infrastructure to meet the ever-growing demands. Towns along the border are ghosts of what they once were, completely overwhelmed and overrun by illegals and makeshift facilities to house them.\n\nAs we consider a continuing resolution this month, I am more committed than ever to ensuring that we get the southern border under control once and for all. The Biden Administration has stood by for over two years and watched American communities be destroyed and people die. The neglect has to come to an end, and I will not compromise. No security, no funding. Period.\u201d\n\nBORDER TRIP FOOTAGE", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-diana-harshbarger-introduces-life-gov-act", "Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger Introduces Life .Gov Act", "2023-09-12", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger, a strong pro-life advocate and co-chair of the Congressional Family Caucus, introduced the Life .Gov Act, a bill which will support the creation of a first-of-its-kind website that would provide information on local resources available to those who are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy, as well as expectant mothers and families.\n\nWhile there are privately-run directories that provide information to expectant families, they are independent efforts with limited resources themselves. With no net cost to the federal government, the implementation of this legislation would allow for the government's resources and other local assistance programs to be readily accessible to mothers and families in need.\n\nAdditionally, this bill would provide a grant program for states to establish and support efforts to organize resources for expecting mothers online. The bill explicitly prohibits organizations that perform or promote abortion from receiving grant funding or having any resources included on the website.\n\nResources for expectant mothers would include, but are not limited to: adoption information and services, alternatives to abortion, breastfeeding information, childcare and family leave assistance, foster care information, legal support, housing support, OB-GYN and other health care services, fetal development resources, substance abuse recovery, mental health services, transportation support, and tax preparation.\n\n\"No mother should ever feel left behind, unsupported, or fear for the future of their child,\" said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \"The Life .Gov Act is a critical government commitment to provide expecting mothers and families with access to resources that will help ensure their child will have a healthy birth and wholesome childhood. I am honored to introduce legislation that will increase access to care for expecting mothers, our children, and promoting life as the clear choice for our future families.\"\n\nThe Life .Gov Act has broad support amongst pro-life organizations, including Concerned Women for American LAC, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, Students for Life Action, Americans United for Life, National Right to Life Committee, March for Life Action, Abortion Survivors Network, and Heritage Action.\n\n\u201cWomen facing an unexpected pregnancy need information and they need resources to know they are not alone and have the ability choose life,\u201d said Penny Nance, CEO and President of Concerned Women for America, the nation\u2019s largest public policy women\u2019s organization. \u201cLife .Gov will be a one-stop-shop listing everything from the local pregnancy resource centers, to food and nutrition assistance, education opportunities, and adoption and legal services. We are delighted Rep. Harshbarger has championed this legislation and will work to help gain widespread support for women.\u201d\n\n\u201cNo mother should ever feel alone when she faces an unplanned pregnancy. There are thousands of pregnancy centers, maternity homes, and other organizations nationwide that stand ready to provide hope and encouragement as well as vital material, medical, and educational support to millions of families each year. We thank Representative Harshbarger and her colleagues for supporting mothers in need by working to get them access to these critical life-affirming resources.\u201d \u2013Hon. Marilyn Musgrave, Vice President of Government Affairs for SBA Pro-Life America.\n\n\u201cMany people who advocate for abortion claim the pro-life movement does not care about the woman in the unexpected pregnancy nor the child after they are born. This is clearly far from the truth. The Life .Gov Act would give all mothers who find themselves in unexpected pregnancies access to affirming resources, both private resources supported by the pro-life movement and governmental resources, available in their community and state. According to the Guttmacher Institute - the think tank formally affiliated with Planned Parenthood - 64% of women who seek abortion felt pressured or forced into an abortion. The Life .Gov Act is one way to greatly reduce the number of abortions and traumatized mothers who thought they had no other option than to end the life of their own child.\u201d \u2013Kristan Hawkins, President of Students for Life of America and Students for Life Action.\n\nJoining Congresswoman Harshbarger in introducing the Life .Gov Act are Representatives Mary Miller (R-IL), Jeff Duncan (R-SC), Brian Babin (R-TX), Andy Harris (R-MD), Paul Gosar (R-AZ), Jack Bergman (R-MI), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA), Jim Banks (R-IN), Rich McCormick (R-GA), Bob Latta (R-OH), Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Ralph Norman (R-SC), Mike Bost (R-IL), Andy Ogles (R-TN), Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and George Santos (R-NY).\n\nA summary of the bill can be found here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/us-rep-roses-statement-impeachment-inquiry", "U.S. Rep. Rose\u2019s Statement on Impeachment Inquiry", "2023-09-12", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014Today, U.S. Representative John Rose issued a statement following Speaker McCarthy\u2019s announcement about an impeachment inquiry into President Biden:\n\n\u201cI wholeheartedly support Speaker McCarthy\u2019s decision to move forward with an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. House Republicans have uncovered substantial evidence that suggests the president may have been involved in his son\u2019s nefarious, unethical, and potentially illegal business dealings but have been stonewalled by the Biden Administration in our good-faith efforts to uncover more evidence. An impeachment inquiry, which is far different than Nancy Pelosi\u2019s political impeachment of Donald Trump, is a logical step toward bringing accountability to the White House.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-burchett-casten-introduce-bill-help-teachers-afford-school-supplies", "Reps. Burchett, Casten introduce bill to help teachers afford school supplies", "2023-09-08", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 8, 2023) \u2013 Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) and U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced the Educators Expense Deduction Modernization Act. This bill would increase the amount of money qualified teachers may deduct on certain out-of-pocket classroom expenses on their annual tax returns from $250 to $1,000.\n\n\u201cI come from a family of public educators, and time and time again I saw them gladly spend their own limited income on their students. The federal government has no business putting such a low cap on what teachers can deduct from their taxes when they are being so generous with these kids.\u201d said Rep. Burchett.\n\n\u201cEducators are the backbone of American society,\u201d said Rep. Casten. \u201cThey play a critical role in developing future generations, and no teacher should have to dig into their own pockets to buy essential classroom supplies. Ensuring our students get the best educational experience means having functional, comfortable, and resource-filled learning environments. We should not expect teachers to pay hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to provide the supplies necessary to educate students. It is past time that the federal government invests in our educators.\u201d\n\nMore than 90% of public school teachers reported spending their money on classroom supplies without reimbursement, according to a 2018 survey by the National Center for Education Statistics.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:35:26Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-answers-listener-questions-latest-episode-tennessee-talks", "Rep. Burchett answers listener questions on latest episode of Tennessee Talks", "2023-09-06", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (September 06, 2023) \u2013 On the latest episode of Tennessee Talks, Rep. Tim Burchett (TN-02) fielded questions from listeners. People were able to submit a question through a survey or on Twitter.\n\n\u201cI had a lot of fun doing this and I was curious about what my listeners wanted to ask me,\u201d said Rep. Burchett. \"We had a lot of great questions asked about a range of issues that we're facing, so I'm glad I was able to give my viewers some direct responses.\u201d\n\nEpisodes of Tennessee Talks are available on the show\u2019s official website, Rep. Burchett\u2019s official YouTube channel, and the following streaming services:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-leads-house-republicans-demanding-sec-mayorkas-find-dhs-released", "Rep. Rose Leads House Republicans in Demanding that Sec. Mayorkas Find DHS-Released Uzbek Nationals with Isis Ties", "2023-09-01", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, DC\u2014Today, U.S. Representative John Rose led seven Members of Congress in a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas following a report that Uzbek nationals entered the United States with assistance from a smuggler with ISIS ties.\n\n\u201cWe see the real-world consequences of President Biden\u2019s and DHS Secretary Mayorkas\u2019 failed open-border policies every day,\u201d said Rep. Rose. \u201cWhile the President\u2019s decision to allow our border to be overrun by deadly cartels, human smugglers, and sex traffickers is already costing thousands of lives\u2014there is no doubt that a system-wide failure resulting in a deadly terrorist attack could cost thousands more. But it doesn\u2019t have to be this way, especially considering the House-passed Secure Our Borders Act awaits consideration in the Senate and approval from the President. We must do everything in our power to secure our borders and defend our national security, Mr. President, and passing the Secure Our Borders Act is a logical first step.\u201d\n\nAccording to reporting by CNN, the Uzbek nationals were released by the Biden-led DHS pending a court date. Some Biden Administration officials said this episode is an \u2018example of the system working as it should.\u2019 The letter refutes this by saying, \u201cAllowing the release of any individual into the U.S. only to later find out that they have a clear connection to ISIS is not an example of the \u2018system working,\u2019 but is a clear indication of the incompetence of the Biden Administration to secure our border from terrorist threats.\u201d\n\nThe letter goes on to say that it is \u2018beyond comprehension\u2019 that Biden Administration officials are publicly concluding to CNN that the individuals who entered the U.S. through the ISIS-connected network are not a threat despite not locating all of the individuals since discovering this connection. It concludes by imploring the federal government to locate the missing individuals immediately while keeping the signers of the letter informed of the status of the search and urging DHS to immediately update its policies to ensure that asylum seekers with connections to ISIS or other terrorist groups are not permitted to enter the United States.\n\nRead the full letter here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-host-third-annual-military-academy-day", "Rep. Harshbarger To Host Third Annual Military Academy Day", "2023-08-29", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) is pleased to announce that she will be hosting her third annual Military Service Academy Day for students and their families in Tennessee's First Congressional District who are interested in learning about the educational opportunities available at the United States Service Academies.\n\n\"Attending one of our nation's elite service academies is a tremendous honor, and I am proud to assist students in East Tennessee who seek to serve our country in the future,\" said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \"I am excited to announce my office's third annual Military Service Academy Day, and connect prospective cadets with representatives from our nation's military academies. Through sharing their distinct experiences and unique programs with students intending to serve, this annual event is an important opportunity for our nation's next generation of military leadership.\"\n\nStudents will have an opportunity to speak with representatives about course selections, extracurricular activities, and more.\n\nThe event will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at the Kingsport Center for Higher Education, located at 300 W. Market Street in Kingsport, TN. Registration begins at 9:00 AM.\n\nRSVPs are required for attendance. Attendees are encouraged to contact Congresswoman Harshbarger's office for updates and seat confirmations at: TN01.Academy@mail.house.gov.\n\nRepresentatives from the following Military Academies will be in attendance:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-statement-passing-governor-don-sundquist", "Congressman Kustoff Statement on Passing of Governor Don Sundquist", "2023-08-27", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) released the following statement regarding the death of former Governor Don Sundquist:\n\n\u201cRoberta and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Don Sundquist. Over his long and successful career, Don Sundquist has served as a business leader, Member of Congress, and Governor. In public office and out of public office, Don Sundquist cared greatly and profoundly about the people of Tennessee and worked tirelessly for their betterment. Don was a true friend to both Roberta and me. He will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, former First Lady of Tennessee, Martha and their children, Tania, Andrea, and Deke.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-fleischmann-leads-groundbreaking-of-new-disposal-cell-at-the-oak-ridge-national-laboratory", "ICYMI: Fleischmann Leads Groundbreaking of New Disposal Cell at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory", "2023-08-24", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cSince I first came to Congress, I\u2019ve vowed to the Oak Ridge community that cleanup of contaminated sites dating back to the Manhattan Project and Cold War eras would continue. I\u2019m proud that with the groundbreaking of the new disposal cell at ORNL and Y-12, I have kept my promise. Because of the work now being done to construct a new disposal cell, legacy cleanup will continue in Oak Ridge until it\u2019s complete\u201d, said Congressman Fleischmann. \u201cThat means that ORNL will be able to take down excess facilities. That means that our friends at NNSA will be able to do the critical work on our nuclear arsenal to keep our country safe.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn my role as Chairman of the Energy and Water Subcommittee of Appropriations and Co-Chair of the Nuclear Cleanup and National Lab Caucuses, I\u2019ve long said that we have an obligation to communities nationwide to continue the important work of legacy nuclear cleanup. Too many communities, including Oak Ridge, are dealing with contaminated buildings, soil, and groundwater. The government has an obligation to clean up these sites and return them for localities to use.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-launches-uap-caucus-leads-letter-intelligence-community-inspector", "Rep. Burchett launches UAP caucus, leads letter to Intelligence Community Inspector General about UAP retrieval programs", "2023-08-22", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "KNOXVILLE, Tenn., (Aug. 22, 2023) \u2013 U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) recently launched the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Caucus and led five of his colleagues on the caucus in a letter to the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community Thomas A. Monheim. The members asked for follow-up information regarding David Grusch\u2019s testimony in the recent hearing on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs).\n\nDuring the hearing on July 26, 2023, in the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, Air Force veteran and former intelligence officer David Grusch said he could not provide specific details regarding UAP crash retrieval programs or UAP reverse engineering programs because those details are classified. However, he testified that he provided the details to the Intelligence Community Inspector General\u2019s office.\n\nRep. Burchett and his colleagues requested information from the Intelligence Community Inspector General regarding which people and facilities are involved with UAP crash retrieval programs and reverse engineering programs.\n\nThe letter was sent by: U.S. Reps. Tim Burchett (TN-02), Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13), Nancy Mace (SC-01), Eric Burlison (MO-07), and Andy Ogles (TN-05)", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-host-three-conversations-your-congresswoman-events", "Rep. Harshbarger to Host Three 'Conversations With Your Congresswoman' Events", "2023-08-18", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. - Next week, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) will host three 'Conversations With Your Congresswoman' events to share updates from Washington, give information on ways her office can help constituents with federal agency-related issues, and answer questions from attendees.\n\nConstituents are encouraged to RSVP by email: TN01.RSVP@mail.house.gov\n\nAll events are open to press. Press is encouraged to RSVP to Jon.George@mail.house.gov if attending or interested in a one-on-one interview with Congresswoman Harshbarger prior to or following the event.\n\nElizabethton\n\nWhen:\n\nTuesday, August 22nd at 10:00 AM ET\n\nWhere:\n\nBonnie Kate Theater\n\n115 S Sycamore St\n\nElizabethton, TN 37643\n\nGreeneville\n\nWhen:\n\nWednesday, August 23rd at 10:00 AM ET\n\nWhere:\n\nWalters State Community College (Lyceum Theater)\n\n221 N College St, Greeneville, TN 37745\n\nKingsport\n\nWhen:\n\nFriday, August 25th at 10:00 AM ET\n\nWhere:\n\nKingsport Academic Village\n\n300 W Market St, Kingsport, TN 37660", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-arraignment-president-donald-j-trump", "Statement on Arraignment of President Donald J. Trump", "2023-08-03", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger released a statement on the arraignment of President Donald J. Trump.\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s politically-motivated arraignment of President Trump marks a dark day for our nation,\u201d said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \u201cJoe Biden\u2019s persecution of President Trump is a blatant power grab and an attempt to silence the voices of millions of Americans. It\u2019s designed to be a distraction for his criminal behavior. I call on Congress to launch a full investigation into the politicization of our government agencies, and for an immediate impeachment inquiry against Joe Biden, who is directly responsible for this despicable witch hunt.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-introduces-innovative-cognitive-care-veterans-act", "Rep. Harshbarger Introduces Innovative Cognitive Care for Veterans Act", "2023-08-01", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Diana Harshbarger", "H001086", "harshbarger.house.gov", "harshbarger", "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger, joined by Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX), introduced the Innovative Cognitive Care for Veterans Act. This legislation will direct the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement a pilot program that increases access to innovative cognitive care in partnership with private organizations.\n\nWith recent studies forecasting increases in cognitive impairments among veterans in the coming decade, it is crucial that the VA broadens the scope of their services. Through this pilot program, veterans will have access to innovative treatment models under the care of a provider and in a comfortable setting of their choice.\n\n\"As a representative of a rural district that is home to many veterans, I'm committed to finding new and resourceful ways to ensure our nation's heroes receive the quality care they deserve, when and where they need it,\" said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. \"My bill, the Innovative Cognitive Care for Veterans Act, will address the pressing needs of our veterans by allowing them access to premier alternative, innovative care models in a pleasant setting. This legislation marks a leap forward in the VA providing expanded choices for those who made sacrifices for our freedoms.\"\n\n\"Veterans should have the freedom to avail themselves of the incredible innovative healthcare options that are available in the private sector. This is particularly vital when we consider the growing need for long-term care for our nation's aging heroes and the myriad challenges and struggles associated with cognitive impairment,\" said Congressman Chip Roy. \"I am proud to stand alongside Rep. Harshbarger and co-sponsor her bill to open up more options for veterans suffering from cognitive impairment under the VA's Community Care Program.\"\n\nThe Innovative Cognitive Care Act has broad support amongst veterans' advocacy groups, including the the Wounded Warrior Project, National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations, and American Legion.\n\n\u201cOver 35% of Wounded Warrior Project alumni report experiencing traumatic brain injury as a result of serving in the military. Many of them experience significant impacts on their physical and mental health, including serious cognitive impairments,\u201d said Wounded Warrior Project Vice President for Government and Community Relations Jose Ramos. \u201cThe Innovative Cognitive Care for Veterans Act establishes a pilot program for veterans with these cognitive impairments to receive treatment through telehealth and other technologies and could bring groundbreaking improvements to how we address and treat traumatic brain injury. We want to thank Congresswoman Harshbarger for her commitment to improving the lives of veterans with this important legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cCreating an evolved and inclusive space for veteran cognitive care goes beyond the status quo and puts veterans at the forefront of a transition to an improved form of care,\" said National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations Chief Executive Officer Hawk Tran. \"The Innovative Cognitive Care for Veterans Act has potential to be a crucial step forward and we fully support its purpose and mission.\u201d\n\nBACKGROUND:\n\nAccording to a 2020 study by the Office of the Assistant Deputy Under Secretary for Health for Policy and Planning at the VA, it is projected that the number of VA patients with Alzheimer\u2019s dementia will increase by 28.9 percent between FY 2021 and FY 2033, amounting to an estimated 48,000 new patients with cognitive impairments.\n\nVA expenditures for long-term care are growing fast. A GAO report from 2020 estimates that the amount the VA will spend for long-term care is projected to double by 2037.\n\nAs observed by the VA, Veterans can also be prone to unique factors that increase their risk for future cognitive impairment. For example, it has been found that Vietnam-era veterans exposed to Agent Orange are nearly twice as likely as those without exposure to receive a dementia diagnosis. This and other data underscore the need for our government to do more for Veterans with respect to cognitive care.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-joins-colleagues-sending-letter-speaker-mccarthy-uaps", "Rep. Burchett joins colleagues in sending letter to Speaker McCarthy on UAPs", "2023-07-28", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Tim Burchett", "B001309", "burchett.house.gov", "burchett", "https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C., (July 28, 2023) \u2013 This week, U.S. Representatives Tim Burchett (TN-02), Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13), and Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), sent a letter to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (CA-20) calling for the establishment of a Select Committee to investigate \u201cUnidentified Anomalous Phenomena\u201d or UAPs.\n\nThe letter calls for the establishment of a Select Committee to investigate and conduct oversight over the federal government\u2019s response to UAPs in addition to highlighting the sworn testimony from an Air Force veteran and 14-year intelligence officer, which revealed that the Pentagon is leaving Congress in the dark about programs and information about UAPs in possession of the United States government.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/fleischmann-receives-distinguished-leadership-award-from-the-united-states-nuclear-industry-council", "Fleischmann Receives Distinguished Leadership Award from the United States Nuclear Industry Council", "2023-07-28", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cI am honored to receive the USNIC\u2019s Distinguished Leadership Award. Since coming to Congress in 2011, I have made it one of my top priorities to keep America the world leader in nuclear technologies and advance nuclear power, research, and technologies throughout our great nation. I am proud that because of my efforts to increase funding and support from Congress for all things nuclear, we are seeing breakthroughs in nuclear fusion, cancer-curing isotopes, safer and more effective advanced nuclear power reactors, and unlocking the mysteries of the atom.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a Tennessean and Representative for Tennessee\u2019s Third Congressional District, I am especially proud to have made East Tennessee the number one place in the U.S. for advancements in new nuclear. It\u2019s one of my proudest accomplishments that I have built the strong Chattanooga-Oak Ridge partnership that is developing not only new nuclear technology and research but also advancing state-of-the-art technologies like quantum and supercomputing.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs Chairman of the Energy and Water Subcommittee of Appropriations, I am very aware of the unbelievable efforts taking place coast-to-coast from Oak Ridge, Tennessee to Hanford, Washington to Los Alamos, New Mexico to Long Island, New York. I\u2019m proud to be the champion for America\u2019s entire nuclear sector from sea to shining sea. The Energy and Water bill that I have written will advance our nuclear industry, make America safer, and ensure we do not fall behind in developing new nuclear technologies and sciences.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am committed that I will do everything in my power to be the strongest advocate for strengthening America\u2019s nuclear leadership here at home and abroad. Our great nation was the first to fully harness the power of the atom 80 years ago, and the United States must continue to lead the way.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/kustoff-named-chairman-house-knesset-parliamentary-friendship-group", "Kustoff Named Chairman of House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group", "2023-07-28", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "TN", "David Kustoff", "K000392", "kustoff.house.gov", "kustoff", "https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 Today, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) named Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) Chairman of the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group. During a bipartisan congressional delegation to Israel, Speaker McCarthy committed to forming a Parliamentary Friendship Group with the Israeli Knesset. Now, following last week\u2019s Joint Meeting of Congress with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Speaker McCarthy and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) are appointing 12 members of Congress to serve as part of this historic alliance, led by Congressman Kustoff.\n\n\"I am honored to be appointed Chairman of the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group,\u201d said Congressman Kustoff. \"I applaud Speaker McCarthy for establishing this group tasked with strengthening the U.S.-Israel relationship and building a better understanding of our two democracies. Now more than ever, it is imperative we show the rest of the world that the United States stands firmly with our greatest friend and ally in the Middle East, Israel. I look forward to working with my colleagues on this important initiative.\"\n\n\u201cI am proud to appoint Congressman David Kustoff as chairman of the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group,\" said Speaker McCarthy. \"Since coming to Congress, David has acted and spoken forcefully about the need to support Israel on a bipartisan basis and condemn anti-semitism, which is unfortunately on the rise. Today, as the co-chair of the House Republican Israel Caucus, he is leading the efforts to strengthen our relationship with Israel. I am confident that his leadership on the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group will further bolster our bonds with Israel, build mutual understanding, and forge a brighter future for our two democracies.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nDuring his historic trip to Israel in May, Speaker McCarthy and Speaker of the Knesset Amir Ohana signed a joint pledge to establish a mutual friendship group that memorializes the special relationship between Israel and America and further strengthens it. Members of this Group will be able to engage more directly with Israel\u2019s Knesset, continue to travel to Israel on a bipartisan basis, and host Knesset members who travel to America.\n\nThe following Members will serve on the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group:\n\nDavid Kustoff, Chairman (R-TN)\n\nAnn Wagner (R-MO)\n\nNicole Malliotakis (R-NY)\n\nAnthony D\u2019Esposito (R-NY)\n\nJohn James (R-MI)\n\nMike Lawler (R-NY)\n\nMax Miller (R-OH)\n\nDean Phillips, Ranking Member (D-MN)\n\nBrad Sherman (D-CA)\n\nKathy Manning (D-NC)\n\nRitchie Torres (D-NY)\n\nNikema Williams (D-GA)\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-fleischmann-applauds-the-appointment-of-stephen-k-streiffer-as-the-director-of-oak-ridge-national-laboratory", "Chairman Fleischmann Applauds the Appointment of Stephen K. Streiffer as the Director of Oak Ridge National Laboratory", "2023-07-27", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "TN", "Charles J. \"Chuck\" Fleischmann", "F000459", "fleischmann.house.gov", "fleischmann", "https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "\u201cI congratulate Dr. Stephen K. Streiffer on his appointment to be the next Director of the Oak Ridge National Lab. ORNL is the top national lab in America that, for 80 years, has contributed a major role in promoting scientific discovery and research. The United States is the world leader in advancing new sciences and technologies because of the groundbreaking work done every day at ORNL. I am confident that Dr. Streiffer will be an excellent Lab Director and build on the amazing achievements that the dedicated men and women at ORNL have accomplished.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-gop-spending-bill-supports-rural-communities-strengthens-national", "Rep. Rose: GOP Spending Bill Supports Rural Communities, Strengthens National Security and Food Supply", "2023-07-27", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "TN", "John W. Rose", "R000612", "johnrose.house.gov", "johnrose", "https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, DC\u2014U.S. Representative (TN-06) spoke on the House Floor Thursday in support of the spending bill that funds agriculture, rural development, the Food and Drug Administration, and other related agencies for the 2024 fiscal year.\n\nThe full remarks, as prepared for delivery, are below:\n\nMister Speaker, the Fiscal Year 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill supports our rural communities and strengthens our national security and food supply by continuing critical investments in agriculture research, rural broadband, and animal and plant health programs.\n\nThe bill also provides sufficient funds to ensure the safety of food, drugs, and medical devices, which is especially important after the Biden Administration\u2019s failure to protect our children from the baby formula debacle last year at the FDA. And it reins in harmful regulations that dictate how poultry and livestock producers raise and market their animals.\n\nThese provisions will be sure to help those farmers and agricultural producers in my district and across Tennessee who are fed up with bureaucrats in Washington telling them how to farm and tend to their land and animals.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"]], "truncated": false, "filtered_table_rows_count": 323, "expanded_columns": [], "expandable_columns": [], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "units": {}, "query": {"sql": "select url, title, date, year, month, party, chamber, state, member_name, bioguide_id, domain, scraper, source, date_source, text, has_text, collected_at, updated_at from releases where \"state\" = :p0 and \"year\" = :p1 order by date desc limit 101", "params": {"p0": "TN", "p1": "2023"}}, "facet_results": {"party": {"name": "party", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?state=TN&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "Republican", "label": "Republican", "count": 323, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=TN&year=2023&party=Republican", "selected": false}], "truncated": false}, "chamber": {"name": "chamber", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?state=TN&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "House", "label": "House", "count": 323, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=TN&year=2023&chamber=House", "selected": false}], "truncated": false}, "state": {"name": "state", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?state=TN&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "TN", "label": "TN", "count": 323, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?year=2023", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "year": {"name": "year", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?state=TN&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "2023", "label": "2023", "count": 323, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=TN", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}}, "suggested_facets": [], "next": "2023-07-27,https~3A~2F~2Fjohnrose~2Ehouse~2Egov~2Fmedia~2Fpress-releases~2Frep-rose-gop-spending-bill-supports-rural-communities-strengthens-national", "next_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=TN&year=2023&_next=2023-07-27%2Chttps~3A~2F~2Fjohnrose~2Ehouse~2Egov~2Fmedia~2Fpress-releases~2Frep-rose-gop-spending-bill-supports-rural-communities-strengthens-national&_sort_desc=date", "private": false, "allow_execute_sql": true, "query_ms": 196.6182137839496, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}