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| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-the-supreme-court-permitting-trump-administration-to-use-expanded-database-for-potential-voter-purges | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on the Supreme Court Permitting Trump Administration to Use Expanded Database for Potential Voter Purges | 2026-09-25 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | ATLANTA, GA – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court permitting the Trump administration to use an expanded federal database to purge voter rolls. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “I led a Congressional letter in December 2025 demanding that DHS not overhaul the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) system. The Supreme Court’s decision to allow Trump and DHS to use this system to purge voter rolls is a disgrace to our constitutional right to vote. This action is a direct assault on Americans’ right to privacy and an affront to the power of Congress. Information from the overhauled SAVE system will almost certainly include errors and other inaccuracies, leading to Americans being incorrectly removed from the voter rolls and denied their right to vote for no reason. The use of the SAVE system for the purpose of determining voter eligibility is dangerous and unreliable, and it will be used as a tool against our democracy and free and fair access to the ballot.” Congresswoman Nikema Williams sent a Congressional Oversight letter in December of 2025 concerning the SAVE system and its use to purge voters. Read more here. | 1 | 2026-09-26T09:43:57Z | 2026-09-26T09:44:55Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-hosts-two-panels-cbcf-alc-55 | Congressman Johnson Hosts Two Panels at CBCF ALC 55 | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. -- At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 55th Annual Legislative Conference, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) held two panel discussions. His first panel, “Protect The Culture: Stopping the Assault on Black Voices, Talent, and Influence”, explored legislative pathways and industry strategies to end targeted assaults on Black voices, ensuring Black journalists can report freely, Black athletes are protected from plantation exploitation, and Black entertainers can create without fear of their work being weaponized against them. The event was moderated by media personality Dr. Rashad Richey and included Georgia State Representative (D-108) and Democratic nominee for Georgia’s 13th Congressional District, Dr. Jasmine Clark; respected journalist and author April Ryan; and Executive Director of Athletes.org, Brandon Copeland, as panelists. “Music artists have their lyrics used as evidence in court against them,” said Congressman Johnson, who is the author of the RAP Act that would put guardrails on the use of lyrics in criminal prosecutions. “Journalists receive threats for telling the truth. Black athletes like Colin Kaepernick, who spoke by taking a knee for justice, are blackballed – which sends a message to keep your mouth shut.” WATCH HERE His second panel, Judiciary/Justice for All Braintrust, explored that if our democracy is to survive the delicate system of checks and balances that has undergirded our system for 250 years must be restored. Congressman Johnson is the author of several court reform bills, including requiring SCOTUS justices to adhere to a binding code of ethics, setting term limits for justices at 18 years and expanding the court from nine to 13 justices. “Our democracy is under great threat,” said Congressman Johnson. “In my opinion, the greatest threat is not Donald Trump. It’s not the legislative branch under Republican control. It’s the Supreme Court. Our country was founded on the principles of three co-equal branches of government each operating as a check a… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/09/24/representatives-mcbath-thompson-and-senators-klobuchar-cassidy-introduce-national-hazing-awareness-week-resolution/ | Representatives McBath, Thompson and Senators Klobuchar, Cassidy Introduce National Hazing Awareness Week Resolution | 2026-09-24 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC – This week, Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and Glen “GT” Thompson (R-PA-15) are leading a resolution to recognize September 21-25, 2026 as “National Hazing Awareness Week.” The resolution recognizes the hundreds of students who have died or suffered severe, life-altering injuries because of collegiate hazing and promotes efforts to prevent hazing. A companion resolution has been introduced by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA). This is the fourth year that Rep. McBath has led this resolution to recognize the pain felt by families who have lost a child to hazing. “I have been honored to work with families and advocates to pass legislation to end campus hazing. I know what it’s like to lose a loved one, and no parent should ever have to bury their child,” said Rep. McBath. “I’m glad to lead efforts once again to spread awareness about the pain of these incidents and am grateful to my colleagues for their continued commitment to protecting our students.” “Hazing has left countless students with life-altering injuries, and too many families have had to endure the loss of a loved one. I am pleased to introduce this bipartisan resolution to bring awareness, accountability, and transparency to campuses in an effort to help protect students from hazing,” Rep. Thompson said. “When parents send their kids away to college, they expect they will get a good education and make new friends. They don’t expect them to be harassed and hazed. Hazing is a dangerous — and at times deadly — reality that students are confronted with,” said Sen. Klobuchar. “With this resolution, we honor the students who have died or been severely injured due to hazing and promote preventive efforts. This goes hand in hand with our bipartisan Stop Campus Hazing Act, which is improving hazing reporting and prevention on college campuses.” “Students should not have to fear getting physically or emotionally harmed while they are simply trying to find community at college,” said Dr. Cassidy. “Thanks t… | 1 | 2026-09-25T10:04:52Z | 2026-09-25T10:05:46Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-hernandez-and-wilson-call-on-secretary-robert-f-kennedy-to-expand-access-to-colonoscopy-screenings-to-fight-colon-cancer | Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Hernandez, and Wilson Call on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy to Expand Access to Colonoscopy Screenings to Fight Colon Cancer | 2026-09-21 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05), Rep. Pablo Hernandez (PR), and Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-02) sent a congressional oversight letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, urging the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to expand colonoscopy access for individuals with a history of polyps as part of preventative screenings in Affordable Care Act (ACA) regulated health plans. Members urged the HHS to issue new ACA FAQ guidance, stating that a follow-up surveillance colonoscopy is a “screening” and therefore part of the ACA preventive services benefit. Specifically, they suggest the following language to be included in the FAQ guidance: If a follow-up, screening colonoscopy is scheduled and performed prior to the 10-year window, is it permissible for a plan or issuer to impose cost-sharing for the cost of the procedure and polyp removal during the colonoscopy? Members wrote: “Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the country’s second leading cause of cancer mortality among women and men combined. However, colorectal cancer is unique in that it is largely preventable. Even when found and treated early, the five-year colorectal cancer survival rate is 90 percent; unfortunately, less than 40 percent of colorectal cancer cases are caught early.” “According to data released earlier this year, colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths for Americans under 50 years old — a sobering reality which was not initially projected to occur until 2030. It is also expected to be the leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women aged 20 to 49 by 2030.” “Affordability and patient cost-sharing are demonstrated barriers to colorectal cancer screening. We must make a concerted effort to address this public health crisis and increase screening rates throughout the continuum of care. This includes patients with a personal history of polyps, but who are otherwise asymptomatic.” “Based on clinical practice an… | 1 | 2026-09-22T09:42:49Z | 2026-09-22T09:44:35Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/09/18/bipartisan-coalition-introduce-resolution-designating-national-adult-education-and-family-literacy-week/ | Bipartisan Coalition Introduce Resolution Designating “National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week” | 2026-09-18 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Resolution promotes adult foundational education, workforce development, and family literacy programs Washington, DC – Representatives Lucy McBath (GA-06), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Frank Mrvan (D-IN-01), and Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07) have introduced H.Res.1550 designating September 13th through September 19th of 2026 as “National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.” The resolution is led in the Senate by U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Susan Collins (R-ME). It recognizes the importance of adult education, family literacy, and efforts to support an educated population with the literacy skills necessary to succeed in the 21st century. “Education is the key to opportunity. Our goal is to give all Americans, no matter their age, the chance to create the best possible lives for themselves,” said Rep. McBath. “Low literacy and numeracy rates among adults hinder opportunities not only for themselves, but for their children. By recognizing National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, we are highlighting the need for increased investment in initiatives that help adults build the skills they need to be successful.” “Adult education and family literacy are the gateway to opportunity, dignity, and a stronger workforce,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. “By investing in foundational skills, workforce readiness, and family literacy, we’re closing gaps and unlocking potential. This bipartisan resolution reaffirms our commitment to every adult learner striving for a better future, equipping parents to guide the next generation, strengthening our communities, and securing a more competitive, resilient America for decades to come.” “Thank you to Rep. McBath and my House colleagues for this bipartisan resolution to support National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. Let us continue to advocate for more life-long educational opportunities that improve literacy rates and empower individuals across the country to thrive in the workforce and succeed in our economy,” said Rep. Mrvan. “Adult education and family literacy … | 1 | 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z | 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/icymi-congresswoman-nikema-williams-speaks-and-introduces-fighting-fifth-small-business-owner-at-fighting-for-an-affordable-america | ICYMI: Congresswoman Nikema Williams Speaks and Introduces Fighting Fifth Small Business Owner at “Fighting for an Affordable America” | 2026-09-18 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) joined House Democrats for the “Fighting for an Affordable America” press conference to speak about the affordability crisis and introduce a small business owner from Georgia’s Fighting Fifth who has had to make tough decisions as costs have risen. Terri-Nichelle Bradley, owner of Brown Toy Box, a company that makes STEAM toys, puzzles, and games, spoke about her insurance premium increasing to more than $1,000 after ACA subsidies expired, leaving her uninsured, and the challenges she faces affording healthcare for her employees. Congresswoman Nikema Williams said: “Affordability isn’t just a talking point, it’s not a ‘hoax.’ It’s the gas in your tank, the groceries in your cart, and the doctor’s bill you’re trying to pay. And for small business owners, it’s the rising cost of keeping your doors open, your employees paid, and your business running.” Terri-Nichelle Bradley, Owner of Brown Toy Box said: “I used to get my own insurance through the ACA marketplace. When the federal subsidies expired in January, my premiums more than doubled to over $1,000 a month. I held on as long as I could, but by July, I had to drop it. I’m uninsured right now, and at my age, that means skipping preventative care like mammograms that I shouldn’t have to skip.” | 1 | 2026-09-19T09:11:33Z | 2026-09-19T09:12:45Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/09/17/mcbath-thompson-klobuchar-cassidy-introduce-bipartisan-bicameral-resolution-honoring-connie-clery/ | McBath, Thompson, Klobuchar, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution Honoring Connie Clery | 2026-09-17 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC— Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA) and GT Thompson (R-PA) introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution to honor the life of Connie Clery during National Campus Safety Awareness Month. After Connie Clery’s 19-year-old daughter Jeanne Clery was murdered on campus in 1986, Clery became the driving force behind the Clery Act, which requires colleges to disclose their campus safety policies and information about crimes that occur on and near their campuses.Connie Clery passed away on June 23, 2026. U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) introduced a companion resolution in the Senate. “I’m proud to lead this resolution in Connie Clery’s name alongside my colleagues. After the horrific assault and murder of their daughter Jeanne, Connie and Howard turned their grief into action and passed the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 into law, which was renamed the ‘Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act’ through the passage of our bill, the ‘Stop Campus Hazing Act’,” said McBath. “Just as I have been for my son Jordan, Connie was committed to honoring her late daughter’s legacy and fighting to make sure that no other families have to go through the pain of losing a loved one. May Connie’s memory serve as proof that there is no force on Earth stronger than a mom.” “Connie Clery took her family’s tragedy and transformed it into a national movement to make college campuses safer,” said Thompson. “Thanks to her advocacy, numerous state and federal laws were passed to improve student safety. Connie’s vision and legacy will live on through the work of the Clery Center, and I am grateful to her unwavering commitment to this cause.” “Following the tragic loss of her daughter Jeanne, Connie Clery led a national movement to make campuses safer for students. Her tireless advocacy led to the first federal law requiring colleges to disclose crimes that occur on their campuses, a legacy that to this day provides students and families with transparency about the safety of the campuses they call … | 1 | 2026-09-18T09:27:43Z | 2026-09-18T09:29:09Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/subcommittee-ranking-member-johnsons-opening-statement-hearing-trumps-0 | Subcommittee Ranking Member Johnson’s Opening Statement At Hearing On Trump’s Attacks On American Global Leadership | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 15, 2026)—Today, Rep. Hank Johnson, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, delivered opening remarks at a hearing on the International Criminal Court (ICC), highlighting how President Trump’s attacks on international institutions and America’s closest allies are weakening U.S. sovereignty and global leadership. Below are Ranking Member Johnson’s remarks, as prepared for delivery, at today’s hearing. WATCH Ranking Member Johnson’s opening statement. Ranking Member Hank Johnson Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet Hearing on “The International Criminal Court’s Threat to the Sovereignty of the United States and its Allies” September 15, 2026 I thank the Chairman for yielding. Normally, I would thank him for holding this very important, very timely hearing, but this is far afield from what the American people want us to be talking about right now. You know, they’re concerned with paying the bills, groceries, gas, diesel, rent. They’re concerned about living in America and being able to make ends meet. They can’t do it, but yet they look up and they see a few millionaires and billionaires corruptly, you know, soaking their profits—soaking money directly out of the pockets and pocketbooks of regular working people. And they don’t like what they see, and they don’t like what they’re hearing when they see us addressing issues like the International Criminal Court, which has nothing to do with their cost of living. America’s commitment to the rule of law should not end at our borders. If we believe accountability is the foundation of justice at home, then we should not undermine or ignore it when the crimes are committed abroad. But for some reason, that is exactly what we are doing here today. On its face, this hearing serves to benefit Donald Trump and his friends like Vladamir Putin, Kim Jong Un and Bukele. And this all while he leaves the American people to… | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/williams-merkley-booker-lead-push-to-close-constitutional-loophole-allowing-for-slavery | Williams, Merkley, Booker Lead Push to Close Constitutional Loophole Allowing for Slavery | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (OR) today teamed up with New Jersey’s U.S. Senator Cory Booker to reintroduce the End the Exception Amendment. The bicameral resolution would strike the ‘Slavery Clause’ of the 13th Amendment, a constitutional loophole that allows slavery “as a punishment for crime” in the United States. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Slavery was wrong from day one, and we should have abolished it when the 13th Amendment was ratified. I will keep pushing, no matter how long it takes, for Congress to close the Slavery Loophole in the Constitution, finally ending slavery in America in every form, once and for all. It’s been one hundred sixty years since we passed the 13th Amendment. We’ve waited long enough. The time to pass the End the Exception Amendment is now.” U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley said: “For over 160 years, the 13th Amendment has sought to ensure our democratic republic lives up to the principles of equality and justice that America was founded on, but our work still remains to fully confront the horrific legacies of slavery and white supremacy. For too long, the sinister Slavery Clause in our Constitution has denied the dream of a more perfect union, stripping millions of people—particularly people of color—of their most basic human rights and preventing true justice and equality for all. We must pass the End the Exception Amendment to eliminate the loophole that drove legal slavery long past passage of the 13th Amendment.” U.S. Senator Cory Booker said: “Over one hundred and sixty years after Congress passed the Thirteenth Amendment to abolish slavery and involuntary servitude, the law has failed to fully fulfill its promise of freedom for all. A loophole in the Thirteenth Amendment allows individuals to be sentenced to forced labor as ‘punishment for a crime. We cannot claim to be a free country while allowing people to be enslaved—it is a violation of our founding principles that continues to disproportionately … | 1 | 2026-09-16T09:43:13Z | 2026-09-16T09:44:22Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/09/15/mcbath-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-increase-transparency-in-prescription-drug-market/ | McBath Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Market | 2026-09-15 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC — This week, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06) introduced the bipartisan Net Effective Cost Transparency and Prescription Drug Affordability Act of 2026, legislation to increase transparency and competition in the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) market and help lower prescription drug costs. The bill is co-led by Representatives Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07), Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Rick Allen (GA-12), and Carol Miller (WV-01). PBMs serve as middlemen between health plans, pharmacies, and drug manufacturers and play a major role in determining prescription drug costs. However, rebates, discounts, fees, and other payments can make it difficult for health plans to determine what they are actually paying for prescription drugs. The legislation introduced this week would require greater transparency around the “net effective cost” of prescription drugs — essentially, what drugs actually cost after rebates, discounts, fees, and other price concessions are taken into account. By allowing PBM bids to be compared on a more consistent basis, the bill would promote greater competition and accountability across Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and employer-sponsored health plans. “Families in Georgia and across this country are struggling with the high cost of prescription drugs. Convoluted PBM bidding practices have continued far too long without the safeguards in place to protect patients,” said Congresswoman McBath. “This bill would help to simplify a complicated process and allow Americans access to health plans that work for them, not a PBM’s bottom line.” “Families and seniors in the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos deserve real transparency when it comes to what they pay for prescription drugs,” said Congressman Mackenzie. “Our bipartisan legislation will make it easier to understand the true cost after rebates, discounts, and fees are taken into account. By increasing transparency and competition among PBMs, we can help lower costs and ensure patients and health plans are getting a better deal.” “Healthcare … | 1 | 2026-09-17T09:52:05Z | 2026-09-17T09:53:00Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-remembers-the-september-11-2001-terrorist-attacks-on-the-united-states | Congressman Bishop Remembers the September 11, 2001, Terrorist Attacks on the United States | 2026-09-11 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | COLUMBUS, Ga. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement solemnly commemorating the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States: “Today, we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on our country which claimed the lives of 2,977 people and injured thousands of others. I was in Washington, DC, and I clearly remember that day. I remember the friends who lost loved ones. “Our solemn commemoration keeps alive the memory of those who were lost and honors the first responders who selflessly put themselves in harm’s way to protect others and save lives. Many died while others were left with lasting wounds, both visible and invisible. We are indebted to them forever. “Today is also a reminder about what happened in the aftermath of these attacks. Americans came together, recognizing that there is more that binds us together than what separates us. Now, more than ever, we must take this lesson to heart and never let anyone succeed in using their power to stoke fear, anger, uncertainty, and division that only serves to tear us apart and weaken our great nation and its foundations. “As the smoke and dust cleared in the days, weeks, months, and years following the September 11 terrorist attacks, our country unrelentingly pursued the terrorists involved. In 2011, President Obama solemnly announced that Osama Bin Laden, the mastermind of this heinous crime, had been killed in the process of apprehending him. “Today, we continue to stand tall and reaffirm that those who attempted to wipe away the symbols of our power and greatness ultimately failed. We quickly rebuilt. We continue to grow. We remain resolute in our purpose and strength to uphold and defend the Constitution and the highest ideals upon which our country is based so that we can be a beacon and rampart of good in this world.” ### | 1 | 2026-09-12T09:02:30Z | 2026-09-12T09:03:27Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/icymi-congressmembers-nikema-williams-announces-700000-in-federal-support-for-community-schoolyards | ICYMI: Congressmembers Nikema Williams Announces $700,000 in Federal Support for Community Schoolyards | 2026-09-10 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | ATLANTA, G.A. — Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) announced that Atlanta Public Schools has received $700,000 in congressionally directed spending to support future community schoolyard projects in Atlanta. Congresswoman Williams joined Atlanta Public Schools and Trust for Public Land leaders to celebrate the new federal investment, which will help transform school grounds into vibrant outdoor spaces that support student learning and recreation while expanding neighborhood access to green space beyond the school day. Congresswoman Nikema Williams said: “As a proud APS mama, I know how much it means for our children to have places where they can learn, play, explore and just be kids. These projects aren’t just playgrounds and outdoor spaces. They support outdoor education, build climate resilience, connect us to nature and improve park equity — because all children deserve a safe and accessible place to play, no matter their ZIP code or bank account.” The Schoolyards Program is a national initiative of Trust for Public Land designed to expand community access to schoolyards during non-school hours and increase the percentage of people who live within a 10-minute walk of a park. In Atlanta, the program is implemented in partnership with APS, other non-profit organizations, and city agencies, with additional support from the philanthropic community. George Dusenbury, Georgia State Director of Trust for Public Lands said: “Community schoolyards are one of the smartest ways we can expand access to green space in Atlanta neighborhoods. This federal investment will help Atlanta Public Schools create places that support students during the school day and serve families and neighbors after hours, ensuring more Atlantans have safe, high-quality places to play, learn and gather.” In Atlanta, 18 percent of residents still do not live within a 10-minute walk of a park. Over the past six years, TPL has worked with 14 Atlanta schools to redesign schoolyards so they can serve as parks during non-school hours. The firs… | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/09/09/government-watchdog-finds-defense-department-is-robbing-workers-of-fair-wages-and-benefits-in-report-requested-by-mcbath-ranking-member-scott/ | Government Watchdog Finds Defense Department is Robbing Workers of Fair Wages and Benefits in Report Requested by McBath, Ranking Member Scott | 2026-09-09 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report on the Department of Defense’s (DOD) use of Intergovernmental Support Agreements (IGSAs) to obtain services from state and local governments and the impact on the workers employed under these contracts. Requested by House Committee on Education and Workforce Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) and Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06), the report revealed that the intergovernmental support agreements adopted by DOD are undermining worker protections under the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act and robbing contract workers of fair wages and benefits. The McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA) has long provided protections to ensure that unionized firms are not disadvantaged in competition for federal contracts and that these contracts provide wages consistent with prevailing local standards. GAO found that the military services’ use of IGSAs has increased dramatically in recent years. In 2018, GAO reported that 45 IGSAs had been approved across all DOD installations. That number increased to 316 in 2025. The report examined at the minimum hourly wages for five positions and found that the minimum wages for three of the five positions under IGSAs were lower than the minimum hourly wage required under SCA, raising concerns that IGSAs are being used simply as a loophole to avoid complying with federal law. The report also found that DOD does not always conduct required cost-benefit analyses for prospective IGSAs. “The McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA) was adopted by Congress to prevent the exploitation of workers by employers looking to win federal contracts by simply offering the lowest bids. Today’s GAO report shows that not only is the Department of Defense using intergovernmental support agreements (IGSAs) to bypass the law, but it is also relying on them,” said Ranking Member Scott. “While the DOD may argue that IGSAs save the government money, it comes at the cost of shortchanging workers of fair wages and … | 1 | 2026-09-11T09:25:29Z | 2026-09-11T09:27:08Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-reintroduces-legislation-to-increase-access-to-child-care | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Reintroduces Legislation to Increase Access to Child Care | 2026-09-04 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) reintroduced the Care is an Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Act. This legislation would require Economic Development Districts to show in their Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies how they will increase access to care-based services, including child care. 3 in 4 families looking for childcare have difficulty finding a spot in a center-based program or a home-based program. Families need a strong care economy because access to care makes every aspect of our lives possible. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “As a mama, I know how critical early education and childcare are to the future of our children and the well-being of our families. We are in the midst of a childcare crisis. Too many working families in Georgia and across the country are struggling to find affordable, high-quality care for their children. As a Congresswoman, I know it doesn’t have to be this way. Families need a strong care economy because access to care makes every aspect of our lives possible. With the CEDS Act, families can count on their communities to plan for access to care for everyone — no matter their ZIP code, no matter their bank account.” The CEDS Act is endorsed by: Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students (GEEARS), First Five-Year Fund, Chamber of Mother, KinderCare Learning Companies, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF), and National Children’s Facilities Network (NCFN) Kristin Bernhard, CEO of GEEARS: Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students said: “A strong economy depends not only on creating jobs, but also on ensuring people can fill them. In Georgia alone, child care challenges cost our state an estimated $2.5 billion in lost economic activity each year. By incorporating care into regional economic development planning, the CEDS Act helps communities build a stronger workforce and a more resilient economy.” Patrick Murray, Vice President of Government Affairs at KinderCare… | 1 | 2026-09-05T08:49:07Z | 2026-09-05T08:50:44Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/09/03/mcbath-lee-introduce-bill-to-protect-vulnerable-communities-from-violence-and-exploitation-during-disasters/ | McBath, Lee Introduce Bill To Protect Vulnerable Communities From Violence and Exploitation During Disasters | 2026-09-03 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15) introduced the FEMA for Safe Recovery Act, legislation that strengthens federal disaster response by ensuring it is equipped to protect women, girls, and other vulnerable communities when disaster strikes. “I’m proud to lead this effort to strengthen how our nation responds when natural disasters strike,” said Rep. McBath. “The FEMA for Safe Recovery Act closes the gaps that leave women, girls, and survivors of natural disasters vulnerable to violence and exploitation. By making disaster response more adaptable to the realities communities face, we can ensure that every survivor is seen, heard, and protected.” “Fighting human trafficking and exploitation in the wake of natural disasters takes a coordinated response,” said Rep. Laurel Lee. “The FEMA for Safe Recovery Act will strengthen our disaster response by ensuring FEMA personnel have the training and guidance to recognize potential violence, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking. I am proud to work with Congresswoman McBath on this bipartisan effort to ensure survivors have the support and protection they need when disaster strikes.” “Natural disasters amplify existing vulnerabilities, leaving women, children, and underserved communities at heightened risk of gendered violence, housing instability, and trafficking. Informed by our Congressional briefing and groundbreaking research with Tagnawa following the Lahaina wildfires, the bipartisan FEMA for Safe Recovery Act turns that evidence into action by making disaster response more gender-responsive and trauma-informed. We’re grateful to Representatives Lucy McBath and Laurel Lee for their leadership in ensuring disaster recovery is safer for survivors and communities nationwide,” said Yasmin Vafa, Executive Director, Rights4Girls. “The FEMA for Safe Recovery Act is historic because it acknowledges that commercial sexual exploitation is a tragic aspect of U.S. environmental disasters and shows that giving … | 1 | 2026-09-04T09:19:37Z | 2026-09-04T09:20:58Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-mourns-the-passing-of-former-us-rep-charles-hatcher-of-georgia | Congressman Bishop Mourns the Passing of Former U.S. Rep. Charles Hatcher of Georgia | 2026-09-02 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement upon the news that former Congressman Charles Floyd Hatcher of Georgia has passed away: “Today, Georgia lost a true public servant and leader. Former Congressman Charles Hatcher was born in Georgia, served our country in the United States Air Force, and returned to Southwest Georgia after earning his law degree and practicing in Albany. “He served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 1973 to 1980 and subsequently in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1981 through 1993. “While we competed in the 1992 Democratic Primary for Georgia’s Second Congressional District, which I won, I was glad to have his support and counsel nonetheless as I started my tenure on Capitol Hill. “He continued to serve Americans as a presidential appointee in the U.S. Department of Agriculture during the Clinton Administration and continued to serve the Virginia community in which he resided thereafter, volunteering his time with a number of local charities, including Meals on Wheels, and through his local church, the Washington Street United Methodist Church in Alexandria. “He leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion through his work and the relationships he built. “My wife, Vivian, and I extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife Krysta, his children, his grandchildren, and loving family as well as all those whose lives he touched and helped make better. We will miss him dearly.” ### | 1 | 2026-09-03T09:29:33Z | 2026-09-03T09:31:32Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ranking-member-johnsons-opening-statement-hearing-protecting-americas | Ranking Member Johnson’s Opening Statement At Hearing On Protecting America’s Patent System And Innovation Economy | 2026-09-02 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. (September 2, 2026)—Today, Rep. Hank Johnson, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, delivered opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing on renewing the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) fee-setting authority and protecting a fair, accessible patent system that rewards American innovation and ingenuity. Thank you, Chairman Issa. The USPTO’s fee-setting authority has given it the flexibility to move its workers remote, plan its budgets ahead, and tailor fees for small and micro entities. Originally, it was set to expire in just a few days on September the 16th. Yesterday, however, House and Senate Republicans were generous enough to kick the can down the road until after they are reelected. The authority is now set to expire on December 12th, 2026. Failing to reauthorize the USPTO’s fee setting authority risks transforming a traditionally nonpartisan agency into one that serves political ideology over merit. Ensuring that USPTO remains a beacon of American innovation means not just reauthorizing the fee setting authority but ensuring USPTO advisory committees can continue to advise the USPTO without interference by this administration. Two months after he was inaugurated, Trump’s Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick fired every member of PPAC and TPAC. A year and a half later, they finally swore in the first few new members. When Congress originally authorized fee setting authority under the America Invents Act, we built in several oversight measures to ensure that this power could not be exercised without transparency but rather with public input and independent expert review. PPAC and TPAC remain a critical part of those guardrails. Their full and independent participation is essential to ensuring that fee-setting remains accountable to all who rely on our patent and trademark systems, the big and the small. That is why these committees must be fully constituted as they are a necessary safeguard for independenc… | 1 | 2026-09-03T09:29:33Z | 2026-09-03T09:31:32Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-reintroduces-the-equal-pay-for-equal-work-act | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Reintroduces the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act | 2026-09-02 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led 12 members of the House in introducing the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, which will reestablish the National Equal Pay Enforcement Task Force. According to the National Women’s Law Center, women stand to lose $542,800 over the course of a 40-year career. For Black women, Latinas, Indigenous women, and Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander women, the losses are over $1 million over a lifetime. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Pay discrimination has been illegal for more than 60 years, yet too many women, especially Black women, are still fighting to be paid equally for the work they do. Black women working full-time, year-round earn just 65 cents for every dollar paid to their white male counterparts. That gap means less money for families, less opportunity to build generational wealth, and less economic security for working people across our state. The Equal Pay for Equal Work Act is about making sure the laws already on the books actually work — and that workers have a government willing to enforce them. Equal pay for equal work should not be a promise we keep pushing into the future. It should be the standard today.” The Equal Pay for Equal Work Act is co-sponsored by Rep. Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Rep. Donald Beyer (VA-08), Rep. James McGovern (MA-02), Rep. Henry C. “Hank” Johnson Jr. (GA-04), Rep. André Carson (IN-07), Rep. Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Rep. Shontel Brown (OH-11), Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Rep. Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), and Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC) Click here to read the text of the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. | 1 | 2026-09-03T09:29:33Z | 2026-09-03T09:31:32Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-supports-bipartisan-funding-bill-protects-vital-services-on-which-americans-rely | Bishop Supports Bipartisan Funding Bill, Protects Vital Services on Which Americans Rely | 2026-09-01 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, voted to support a short-term funding bill that would fund federal departments and agencies at Fiscal Year 2026 levels through December 11, 2026, while Congress continues to negotiate a full-year funding bill for Fiscal Year 2027. The bill was passed with overwhelming bipartisan support, 370-48, and now goes to the President for his signature. “Our responsibility in Congress is to make sure that the government is open and working for the people. Today’s bipartisan bill reasserts Congress’s Constitutional authority to direct funding and check the Executive Branch. This bill funds the government through early December, giving Congress time to work towards a full-year funding bill,” said Congressman Bishop. “It also removes the immediate threat of a shutdown that would jeopardize Americans’ healthcare, access to affordable food, quality education, support for local law enforcement, and our country’s national security. I will continue to work hard in Congress to ensure long-term certainty for our federal departments and agencies so that they can best serve Georgians and all Americans.” ### | 1 | 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z | 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-calls-on-secretary-robert-f-kennedy-to-take-action-on-endometriosis-diagnosis-and-care | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Calls on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy to Take Action on Endometriosis Diagnosis and Care | 2026-09-01 | 2026 | 2026-09 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) sent a congressional oversight letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy inquiring about what action the Department of Health and Human Services is taking to improve diagnosis and access to care for individuals living with endometriosis. Congresswoman Nikema Williams wrote: “Endometriosis is a chronic, systemic, inflammatory disease affecting millions of Americans and an estimated 200 million people worldwide. Despite its increasing prevalence and substantial health burden, patients continue to face prolonged diagnostic delays, limited access to knowledgeable providers, inconsistent insurance coverage, and barriers to evidence-based care. These barriers contribute to unnecessary suffering, increased healthcare costs, disease progression, and poorer health outcomes.” “As scientific knowledge continues to evolve, we respectfully seek information regarding how the Department of Health and Human Services is working to improve diagnosis and access to care for individuals living with endometriosis.” In the letter, Congresswoman Nikema Williams requested answers to the following questions regarding diagnosis and access to care: What steps has HHS taken to reduce diagnostic delays for individuals with endometriosis? Has HHS established measurable goals or benchmarks to improve timely diagnosis? Has HHS evaluated the downstream consequences of prolonged diagnostic delay, including disease progression, infertility, repeated surgeries, chronic pain, mental health conditions, organ dysfunction, and preventable healthcare utilization? Has HHS assessed the economic impact of delayed diagnosis and inadequate treatment, including healthcare utilization, productivity loss, disability, and workforce participation? What initiatives are underway to promote earlier diagnosis through evidence-based imaging, clinical evaluation, and referral pathways? Has HHS evaluated disparities in diagnosis among adolescents, racial and ethnic … | 1 | 2026-09-02T09:19:58Z | 2026-09-02T09:20:51Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-honors-local-nonprofits-fourth-annual-week-hope | Congressman Johnson Honors Local Nonprofits at Fourth Annual Week of H.O.P.E ceremony | 2026-08-27 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | LITHONIA – On Saturday, August 22, at the Lou Walker Senior Center, Congressman Hank Johnson held his 2026 H.O.P.E. Awards ceremony to close out his 4th Annual Week of H.O.P.E. The Week of H.O.P.E. (Helping Other People Elevate), which centers around National Nonprofit Day, is a celebration of the nonprofit organizations, leaders, and volunteers who dedicate themselves to improving the lives of others throughout Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District. The honorees: Georgia Latino Alliance for Human Rights (GLAHR), Habitat for Humanity DeKalb, Kids'-Doc-On-Wheels, Inc., Lady T's Homeless Ministry, Made for Bigger, and Parent to Parent of Georgia (P2PGA). “From helping low-income residents get access to quality healthcare, building homes, feeding the homeless to supporting our immigrant communities, all six of our awardees tonight are pillars of our community,” said Congressman Johnson. “You feed, heal, shelter, and nurture people of every age, gender, race, socioeconomic status and political persuasion – but I can’t help but reflect that your impact on young people is most profound. Your work benefits all Georgians by pouring into our next generation, and today we say thank you.” To watch the ceremony, click HERE. Photos of the winning organizations attached. More photos are available upon request. | 1 | 2026-08-27T16:10:01Z | 2026-08-27T16:10:50Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-the-eleventh-circuit-courts-decision-on-georgia-district-maps | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on the Eleventh Circuit Court’s Decision on Georgia District Maps | 2026-08-26 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | ATLANTA, GA – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement in response to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ordering a review of Georgia’s district maps under new voting rights rules based on the Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Georgia voters deserve representation, not maps rigged by politicians to protect their own power. For too long, partisan gerrymandering has divided Black communities and diluted the power of Black voters who are central to Georgia’s democracy. The Eleventh Circuit’s decision means Georgia’s maps will once again be reviewed under the new standards established in Louisiana v. Callais. But no court decision changes this fundamental principle: Black voters deserve the opportunity to elect candidates of their choice, and their political power cannot be erased at the mapmaking table. Voters should choose their representatives–politicians shouldn’t choose their voters. I will keep fighting against partisan gerrymandering and for fair maps that protect Black representation. We must ensure every Georgian’s voice is heard.” | 1 | 2026-08-27T16:10:01Z | 2026-08-27T16:10:50Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/08/26/mcbath-harder-announce-new-legislation-to-scale-up-job-training-programs-across-the-u-s/ | McBath, Harder Announce New Legislation to Scale Up Job Training Programs Across the U.S. | 2026-08-26 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Atlanta, GA – Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) announced new legislation to scale up local workforce development programs and kickstart a national job training model. The Better Jobs through Evidence and Innovation Act would unlock new federal funding to expand programs which help vulnerable youth build skills and get hired at local businesses, while also building a national workforce development model around proven local strategies. “I’m proud to lead the Better Jobs Through Evidence and Innovation Act alongside my colleagues, because there is more than one path to a successful career,” said Rep. McBath. “Consider the single parent looking for a more targeted training program to move into a stable, well-paying job. This legislation will modernize our workforce development pipeline, directing resources where they will have the greatest impact and supporting folks from every background chasing every kind of career.” “Finding a good-paying job to support a family on has gotten way too hard, but Valley organizations have already proven that evidence-based training can bridge that gap,” said Rep. Harder. “What we need now is for the federal government to supercharge these efforts and make sure that the next generation has the training to develop skills, get hired in high-demand jobs, and achieve lifelong career success. My bill takes what’s working in the Valley and jumpstarts efforts to build a national model around these local workforce successes.” How the Better Jobs through Evidence and Innovation Act scales up proven local programs: New Federal Funding – Three tiers of funding to support the development and expansion of evidence-based employment and training programs that generate demonstrated, long-term economic improvements for jobseekers and employers. Cuts Red Tape – Makes it easier for proven workforce programs to scale nationally without navigating the eligibility requirements of more than one hundred local workforce development boards. Local Leadership – Puts funding in t… | 1 | 2026-09-01T09:48:49Z | 2026-09-01T09:49:51Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-denounces-scotus-decision-opening-door-trumps | Congressman Johnson Denounces SCOTUS Decision Opening Door for Trump’s Attacks on Mail-in Ballots Ahead of November Elections | 2026-08-25 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), ranking member of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence and the Internet, issued the following statement: “As it did with Trump’s unauthorized and illegal quest to build his golden ballroom, the 6/3 MAGA Supreme Court has used the shadow docket to grant Trump’s emergency petition that allows him to proceed with his nefarious plan to decide who gets to vote by mail. The real emergency is that a hyper-partisan Supreme Court is headed toward allowing Trump to steal the November elections. It is urgent that Congress passes my bill that places term limits on lifetime-tenured, unaccountable Supreme Court justices. ### | 1 | 2026-08-26T05:33:32Z | 2026-08-26T05:34:56Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/08/11/mcbath-georgia-dems-highlight-governor-brian-kemps-final-opportunity-to-participate-in-summer-meal-program-for-hungry-children/ | McBath, Georgia Dems Highlight Governor Brian Kemp’s Final Opportunity to Participate in Summer Meal Program for Hungry Children | 2026-08-11 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Atlanta, GA — Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) is once again leading the Democratic members of Georgia’s congressional delegation in urging Governor Brian Kemp to allow Georgia families to participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Summer EBT program. The members are calling on Governor Kemp to finally accept federal funding that would feed low-income children during the summer months and commit to participating in summer of 2027. For the third consecutive year, Governor Kemp has declined to enroll Georgia in Summer EBT, making the state one of only 12 nationwide refusing the program. This year represents Governor Kemp’s final opportunity to reverse course before leaving office in January. The letter is signed by Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff and Representatives Henry C. “Hank” Johnson, Jr. (GA-04), Sanford Bishop (GA-02), and Nikema Williams (GA-05). Summer EBT provides $40 per eligible child per month, totaling $120 over the summer. This support is a lifeline for families struggling to keep food on the table when school meal programs pause. Of Georgia’s 2.8 million children, more than 40% qualify for the program but remain blocked from receiving it due to the Governor’s continued refusal. “Summer EBT is one of the simplest tools we have to prevent child hunger, yet Georgia continues to reject it,” said Rep. McBath. “Families are facing higher grocery prices and fewer resources, and denying children this benefit only makes life harder. We are urging Governor Kemp to finally allow Georgia to participate and ensure our children have the food they need.” “Committing to participate in Summer EBT is a basic step to ensuring that every child in our state, regardless of where they live or how much money their parents make, has access to the basic necessity of food when they are not in school,” the members write. The delegation emphasizes that this need is even more urgent following cuts to Medicaid and SNAP included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. These cuts have already r… | 1 | 2026-08-12T06:18:38Z | 2026-08-12T06:20:33Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-joins-legislation-to-ban-ice-from-using-tsa-data | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Joins Legislation to Ban ICE from Using TSA Data | 2026-08-10 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) co-sponsored the No TSA Data for ICE Act, introduced by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), that would prevent the two agencies from coordinating to enforce the Trump administration’s mass deportation agenda. In a dramatic violation of privacy rights, the Transportation and Security Administration is sharing passenger names, birth dates, and other data with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, leading to a surge of arrests at airports. ICE agents are targeting immigrants in the process of changing status, including those waiting for visa extensions, with employment authorization documents, or recently married to a U.S. citizen. A Freedom of Information Act lawsuit obtained an information-sharing agreement between TSA and ICE from May 2025, exposing that acting TSA Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill lied in her testimony before Congress. “TSA is complicit in ICE expanding its chaos and cruelty to target our communities in our airports and has been openly lying about it,” said Tlaib. “Through an information-sharing agreement signed in 2025, TSA is readily offering up our immigrant residents to suffer at the hands of ICE agents so they can fulfill their daily arrest quota. One source from ICE even said it makes for ‘easy targets’ at airports—a disgusting exploitation of immigrants in status limbo. Immigrants should be able to safely fly in this country without the fear of arrest or deportation.” The bill would also prevent the Department of Homeland Security from retaliating against critics of ICE and the Trump Administration by revoking their status in trusted traveler programs, including TSA PreCheck and Global Entry. DHS is currently being sued by three U.S. citizens who lost Global Entry status after filming ICE activity. “When people fly, they should be able to trust that TSA won’t divulge their sensitive information or use it for political retaliation,” said Tlaib. “TSA has broken that trust in a gross violation of people’s First Amendment rights. This data sha… | 1 | 2026-08-11T05:54:29Z | 2026-08-11T05:56:25Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/08/04/mcbath-leads-house-introduction-of-bipartisan-read-act/ | McBath Leads House Introduction of Bipartisan READ Act | 2026-08-04 | 2026 | 2026-08 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06) led the House introduction of the bipartisan and bicameral Reading Excellence and Achievement for Development (READ) Act, legislation which will address America’s literacy crisis using evidence-based reading instruction known as the Science of Reading. The legislation is co-led in the House by Representatives Erin Houchin (IN-09), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Kevin Kiley (CA-03), Josh Harder (CA-09), and Burgess Owens (UT-04). Companion legislation in the Senate is led by Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH), John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Jim Banks (R-IN), and Tim Scott (R-SC). Introduction of this legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives follows passage of the READ Act in the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions in an overwhelming vote of 20-2 last week. According to the latest National Assessment of Educational Progress, 12th-grade reading scores dropped to the lowest average since the assessment was first completed in 1992. Millions of young people in America are leaving school without the ability to read proficiently, significantly impacting their readiness for college, a career, and civic life. It is estimated that low literacy rates in America cost taxpayers an estimated $224 billion annually and nearly $40 billion in lost productivity. “One of my most treasured memories as a mother was instilling a love of reading in my son Jordan,” Congresswoman McBath said. “Tragically, far too many young people in America are graduating high school without basic literacy skills. The READ Act will affirm our country’s commitment to ensuring that all students can develop the skills needed for success beyond high school. I thank my colleagues for their collaboration on this essential bipartisan legislation.” “Reading is the foundation of every child’s education, yet too many students are graduating without the basic literacy skills the… | 1 | 2026-08-05T07:37:37Z | 2026-08-05T07:38:44Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-legislation-to-increase-access-to-sti-testing | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Increase Access to STI Testing | 2026-07-24 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | New legislation to create a more equitable healthcare system Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Equity in STI Testing Act, legislation that would make certain tests for sexually-transmitted diseases free of charge. Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) is co-leading the introduction of the Equity in STI Testing Act. The Equity in STI Testing Act will require coverage for STI testing without patient cost sharing under Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, CHIP, TRICARE, the Indian Health Service and for veterans. The Equity in STI Testing Act will make regular STI testing available for millions of Americans, without out of pocket costs. Please join us in supporting this common-sense legislation to protect reproductive and public health. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “For years, I worked on the front lines bringing sexual healthcare to those who needed it most. Far too often, those people were already excluded from our healthcare system. My Equity in STI Testing Act will help ensure that everyone has access to STI testing. This is one step toward creating a more just and equitable healthcare system, and I won’t stop fighting until there are no barriers to essential healthcare, including STI testing.” Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) said: “In the Bronx, I’ve seen what happens when people can’t afford the care they need until it’s too late. STIs are common, treatable, and preventable, but only if people can get tested without worrying about the bill. The Equity in STI Testing Act is a simple, common-sense fix: no cost sharing for testing under Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, CHIP, TRICARE, the Indian Health Service, and for our veterans. Public health shouldn’t come with a price tag. I’m proud to co-lead this bill with Congresswoman Williams.” The Equity in STI Testing Act is endorsed by AID Atlanta, American Academy of Family Physicians, Empowerment Resource Center, Georgia AIDS Coalition, HIV + Hepatitis Policy Institute, HIV Medicine Association, Human Rights… | 1 | 2026-07-25T07:13:44Z | 2026-07-25T07:15:09Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-opposes-politicized-house-defense-bill-pledges-to-protect-georgia-military-priorities | Bishop Opposes Politicized House Defense Bill, Pledges to Protect Georgia Military Priorities | 2026-07-23 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) voted against the House version of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, H.R. 8800. The legislation passed the House by a vote of 216-212, with Congressman Bishop voting no. “The National Defense Authorization Act should represent Congress at its best—Republicans and Democrats working together to provide for our national defense and support the men and women who wear our nation’s uniform,” said Congressman Bishop. “Unfortunately, Republican leadership took legislation that should unite us and loaded it down with unrelated, divisive provisions that have little to do with military readiness or national security.” The House-passed bill contains several provisions Congressman Bishop strongly supports, including a 5% to 7% military pay raise, improvements to military housing, childcare and education, and investments in munitions production, advanced technology, and the defense industrial base. The legislation also includes provisions that could benefit Georgia’s military communities. It would prevent proposed service reductions at the 78th Medical Group at Robins Air Force Base, and it also authorizes investments in Army maneuver units, combat training centers, infantry weapons, next-generation combat vehicles, and short-range air defense capabilities that support the training and modernization missions carried out at Fort Benning. Congressman Bishop also supported a bipartisan amendment included in the bill that removes the cap on the number of accrued leave days for which separating servicemembers may receive payment. “These investments matter to military families throughout Middle and Southwest Georgia,” continued Congressman Bishop. “I support providing our troops with a well-earned pay raise, strengthening the readiness and modernization mission at Fort Benning, protecting access to health care at Robins Air Force Base, and ensuring servicemembers receive the compensation they have earned. “However, House Republican le… | 1 | 2026-07-24T07:30:11Z | 2026-07-24T07:31:13Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-bill-to-make-the-ballot-box-more-accessible | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Bill to Make the Ballot Box More Accessible | 2026-07-22 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | New legislation would ensure voters have access to a polling location in their area for federal elections. Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Polling Place Standards Act that would provide a minimum number of polling places for voters to cast a ballot in an election for Federal office and to ensure that such polling places are not concentrated in a specific area, and for other purposes. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Voting is a constitutional right, and no one should have to wait for hours or travel miles just to cast a ballot. Yet for decades, polling place closures have been used to make voting harder and silence communities. As Trump and his allies continue trying to undermine our democracy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, Congress must ensure every eligible voter has a fair opportunity to cast a ballot and have their voice heard. That’s why I’m introducing the Polling Place Standards Act to establish a national standard to polling place access ensuring where you live never determines whether you can exercise your constitutional right to vote.” The bill is endorsed by Democracy Defenders Action. What the Bill Does The Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act would require states and local governments to provide 1 polling place or vote center (a polling place that accepts a ballot cast for a Federal Election from any voter regardless of the precinct of such voter), for every 2000 registered voters. This formula allows for a clear standard across the country, in rural and urban areas alike. And these new polling places would be required to be located in geographically diverse areas and not be concentrated in a certain part of a locality. Click here to read the text of the Polling Place Standards Act. | 1 | 2026-07-23T07:31:02Z | 2026-07-23T07:32:26Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/07/21/rep-lucy-mcbath-announces-cobbworks-inc-will-receive-1-5-million-department-of-labor-grant/ | Rep. Lucy McBath Announces CobbWorks, Inc. Will Receive $1.5 Million Department of Labor Grant | 2026-07-21 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Atlanta, GA — Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) announced that CobbWorks, Inc. will be the recipient of a $1.5 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Labor YouthBuild program. This training program will be implemented in partnership with Construction Ready as the primary construction training provider and Cobb Adult Education as the education and GED preparation provider. In February, McBath wrote a letter to Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer in support of CobbWorks’ application. “Today’s grant announcement is a reaffirmation of the transformational impact CobbWorks has on young jobseekers in our community,” said Rep. McBath. “I was proud to voice my support for this collaborative grant application, and I look forward to seeing how CobbWorks uses this investment to expand upon their mission. So much of my work in Washington focuses on making sure that every Georgian can get a good job and keep it. I look forward to continuing to do my part at the federal level.” “We are deeply grateful to Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her unwavering support in securing this YouthBuild grant,” said Sonya Grant, Executive Director, President, and CEO of CobbWorks. “This investment represents more than funding, it is a commitment to the future of our young people and the strength of our community. Through this program, we will expand access to hands-on training, education, and career pathways for youth who need it most, helping them build sustainable, in-demand careers. The impact will be felt not only in the lives of participants, but across our local economy—strengthening our workforce, supporting business growth, and advancing economic development throughout Cobb County and beyond.” “This grant is a significant step forward empowering our youth and enhancing workforce development in Cobb County,” said Cobb County Chairwoman Lisa Cupid. “I want to express my deep gratitude to Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her generous support in making this funding a reality. CobbWorks has a proven track record of connecting individuals wi… | 1 | 2026-07-22T07:34:13Z | 2026-07-22T07:35:16Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-republicans-proposed-blank-check-to-ice | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on Republicans’ Proposed Blank Check to ICE | 2026-07-21 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement on the latest Continuing Resolution by House Republicans that could continue funding Trump’s lawless Border Patrol and ICE: Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Trump’s violent ICE operations continue to terrorize communities, and families are living in fear after ICE’s latest deadly shootings. Instead of demanding accountability, House Republicans want to hand Border Patrol and ICE a blank check. I won’t vote to fund Trump’s campaign of fear and violence. Not one penny.” | 1 | 2026-07-22T07:34:13Z | 2026-07-22T07:35:16Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-introduces-historic-bill-prevent-judges-justices | Congressman Johnson Introduces Historic Bill To Prevent Judges, Justices From Trading Stocks | 2026-07-20 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Johnson leads House effort requiring judges and justices to place financial assets into blind trusts WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) introduced The Justice is BLIND Act, which would prevent judicial conflicts of interest by requiring federal judges and Supreme Court justices to place their financial assets into blind trusts. Under this bill, all federal judges, Supreme Court justices, magistrate judges, and bankruptcy judges, as well as their spouses and dependent children, must place covered financial interests into a qualified blind trust within 90 days of enactment or being sworn into office. Judges must provide a written compliance attestation within 15 days of establishing the trust, which the Administrative Office of the United States Courts will publish on a searchable public database. In the Senate, this legislation is led by Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and is co-sponsored by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.). In the House, the bill is cosponsored by Reps. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37), Dan Goldman (NY-10), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), and Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03). “Transparency and accountability are at the heart of the public’s trust in government,” said Rep. Johnson, Ranking Member of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet. “Americans deserve to know that officials in every branch of government — including the judiciary — are acting honorably and in the interest of the people, not their bank accounts. The Justice is BLIND Act would go a long way in preventing any conflicts of interest that might arise and help restore trust in our judiciary by requiring judges and justices to place their financial assets in blind trusts.” “The federal judicial system is desperately in need of reform to prevent further ethical lapses. The Supreme Court, and our federal judiciary at large, must be held to the highest standards, but time after time, judges have engaged in troubling acts, putting personal interests above the law an… | 1 | 2026-07-21T07:32:02Z | 2026-07-21T07:33:33Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-opposes-funding-bill-and-amendment-that-undermines-diplomacy-and-regional-security | Congressman Bishop Opposes Funding Bill and Amendment that Undermines Diplomacy and Regional Security | 2026-07-16 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement after voting against an amendment offered by Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky to the Fiscal Year 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. The amendment prohibited funds in the bill from being used for Israel as well as humanitarian aid for Palestinian refugees and civilians in Gaza. “Today, I opposed the Fiscal Year 2027 funding bill that funds our State Department and provides the resources to implement American foreign policy. This bill will lead to the continued erosion of American diplomacy, a foreign policy that ignores our highest ideals, and compromises our national security. “I also could not support the Massie Amendment. While it drew attention to how our support, including military aid, can be misused and abused, its broad language effectively cut off our nose to spite our face. I remain committed to supporting the rights, security, freedom, and self-determination of both Israelis and Palestinians. I remain opposed to expanding settlements and occupation. “But this amendment does not limit its effects to just Israelis and Palestinians. It jeopardizes the investment we need in regional missile defense and our ability to counter other regional state and non-state groups that threaten the United States. “This amendment did not enjoy bipartisan support and no Republicans, other than Congressman Massie, supported the measure. If we are going to help Israelis and Palestinians achieve a just and sustainable resolution, we need to work together to find a bipartisan solution.” ### | 1 | 2026-07-17T07:15:58Z | 2026-07-17T07:17:05Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-joins-24-colleagues-joint-statement-massie | Congressman Johnson Joins 24 Colleagues In Joint Statement on Massie Amendment to Republican Foreign Aid Budget Bill | 2026-07-16 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON—Today, 25 Members of Congress, led by Congressman Jim McGovern, Co-Chair of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission and Ranking Member of the House Rules Committee, released the following statement in advance of voting yes on Amendment #8, which would halt certain U.S. funding to Israel, to the National Security, Department of State and Related Programs Appropriations Act: “As Members of Congress, it is our duty to ensure that our constituents’ hard-earned money is used in a way that advances America’s interests and values. For this reason, we do not support providing an additional $3.3 billion of American taxpayer dollars to be used for Israeli military operations in Gaza and Lebanon—operations which have killed tens of thousands of civilians, led to the indiscriminate destruction of civilian infrastructure, and caused severe and ongoing humanitarian catastrophes. These are just the latest in a long string of human rights violations inflicted on Palestinian civilians. For nearly six decades, Israeli security forces and military authorities have enforced the occupation of the Palestinian territories, including through restrictions on freedom of movement, arbitrary detention, torture, and extrajudicial killings. It is clear that existing human rights conditions on the use of American security assistance have not been meaningfully enforced. Enough is enough. “Palestinians and Israelis alike deserve peace, freedom, security, stability, and self-determination. Those aims will only be achieved when their inherent dignity and inalienable rights are at the center of U.S. policy in the region. Diplomacy is the answer, and as long as America provides constant funding for more war, peace will always remain out of reach. “Our vote should not be interpreted as opposition to initiatives such as the Nita M. Lowey Middle East Partnership for Peace Act programs or others that foster people-to-people engagement, strengthen civil society, and advance the long-term prospects for a just and lasting peace. We remain comm… | 1 | 2026-07-17T07:15:58Z | 2026-07-17T07:17:05Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnsons-statement-president-trumps-unhinged-election | Congressman Johnson’s Statement on President Trump’s Unhinged Election Security Speech | 2026-07-16 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | DECATUR, GA — “Voters are not going to be distracted by Trump’s release of what are massively redacted declassified files that fail to prove that the 2020 election was stolen from him. Voters remain focused on the facts that he and his wealthy friends are getting richer and richer as gas, groceries and housing cost are driving everyone else towards the poorhouse, while his war of choice against Iran spirals out of control. Trump is desperate, and we must be on guard to defeat his devious scheme to interfere with the administration of the upcoming elections to avoid the butt-kicking he is about to get from the voters.” ### | 1 | 2026-07-17T07:15:58Z | 2026-07-17T07:17:05Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-opposing-republicans-cuts-to-international-aid | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement Opposing Republicans’ Cuts to International Aid | 2026-07-16 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement on Republicans’ slate of policies making cuts to humanitarian aid and promoting isolationism: Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “I voted no on the Massie amendment and the underlying bill yesterday because they were poorly written and overly broad. The bill would make across-the-board cuts to humanitarian aid that could impact embassy operations, educational and cultural exchanges, and ongoing support for Palestinian Security Forces. I believe our decisions and policies must be concise and decisive, especially when addressing the actions of the far-right Netanyahu regime. Palestinian people have a right to self-determination and American policy actions should support that goal through thoughtful and deliberate considerations of the path forward for the Israeli and Palestinian people. The Massie amendment was not a genuine step toward lasting peace. I believe Congress should always evaluate how taxpayer dollars are spent and work toward a foreign policy that advances peace, security, and accountability. The Republican proposals before us did not do that. Instead, these sweeping cuts would essentially isolate America from the world.” | 1 | 2026-07-17T07:15:58Z | 2026-07-17T07:17:05Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-introduces-historic-bill-fight-hepatitis-c | Congressman Johnson Introduces Historic Bill To Fight Hepatitis C | 2026-07-15 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), Congresswoman Diana DeGette (CO-01), and Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-10) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Cure Hepatitis C Act of 2026 that builds a nationwide, federally coordinated “test-to-treat” elimination program for hepatitis C (HVC). The bill is supported by more than 100 public health and education organizations and is the House companion to the Cure Hepatitis C Act introduced by Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA). “I am asking that we work together to raise awareness about hepatitis C – a silent killer – so that others at risk can get tested and treated,” said Rep. Johnson. After his own diagnosis and treatment for hepatitis C, the Congressman became a national advocate for access to treatment and destigmatization. “As a physician, I have seen what happens when a curable disease goes untreated simply because a patient couldn't access care,” said Dr. Miller-Meeks. "Hepatitis C is beatable. We have the tools to eliminate it, and this bill puts them within reach of the Americans who need them most. This is a commonsense, fiscally responsible effort that will save lives and save taxpayer dollars. I am proud to lead it alongside my colleagues on both sides of the aisle.” “Thanks to the tireless efforts of biomedical researchers and innovators, Hepatitis C is curable. Yet far too many people remain undiagnosed or unable to access treatment, and dozens die from the disease every day,” said Rep. DeGette. “This is simply unacceptable. We have the tools to stop this epidemic and curb the human and financial costs of this disease going untreated. I am pleased to work with my colleagues on legislation that will have the greatest positive impact to public health this Congress.” The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) scored the bill saving $6.6 billion over the next decade. Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes liver swelling and inflammation. It can lead to serious liver damage, even deat… | 1 | 2026-07-16T07:21:44Z | 2026-07-16T07:23:13Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/reps-williams-smith-khanna-and-sanchez-introduce-protecting-american-homes-from-hedge-funds-act | Reps. Williams, Smith, Khanna, and Sánchez Introduce Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act | 2026-07-14 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | New legislation would permanently drive hedge funds out of the single-family housing market Washington, D.C. (July 13, 2026) – This week, Representative Nikema Williams (GA-05) joined Representatives Adam Smith (WA-09), Ro Khanna (CA-17), and Linda Sánchez (CA-38) to introduce the Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act, legislation to remove hedge funds and large institutional investors from America’s single-family housing market and restoring opportunities to working-class communities these homes were intended to serve. This bill is introduced after the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act — the largest federal housing package in decades — became law over the weekend. That law caps institutional investor ownership of single-family homes at 350 units per entity, marking the first time Congress has acted to restrict corporate ownership of family homes. The Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act builds on that foundation by phasing hedge funds out of the single-family housing market entirely. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Homeownership remains one of the most powerful pathways to building generational wealth and closing the racial wealth gap. Yet, across Atlanta and communities nationwide, working families are being priced out of the American Dream by hedge funds and corporate investors that can outbid them and buy up entire neighborhoods. The Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act puts families—not Wall Street—first by helping level the playing field so more Americans can afford to buy a home, build wealth, and invest in their communities. The chance to own a home should never depend on whether a hedge fund got there first,” Though the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is a step in the right direction, hardworking Americans deserve the chance to build wealth through homeownership without the threat of corporate greed. “This bill takes the next step. In 1971, my father bought the house I grew up in for $15,000 on the salary he earned as a baggage handler at SeaTac … | 1 | 2026-07-15T07:12:08Z | 2026-07-15T07:13:45Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-applauds-21st-century-road-to-housing-act-becoming-law-secures-key-provisions-to-preserve-homeownership-and-generational-wealth | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Applauds 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Becoming Law, Secures Key Provisions to Preserve Homeownership and Generational Wealth | 2026-07-13 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement on the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act becoming law. The legislation includes two provisions championed by Congresswoman Williams: the Whole Home Repairs Act, which would provide essential home repair assistance to low- and moderate-income homeowners and small landlords, and a requirement for a federal survey on heirs properties based on the Congresswoman’s HEIRS Act. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Despite Trump’s refusal to sign the most significant housing package in decades, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law. This legislation makes meaningful investments in families and communities and takes an important step toward addressing our nation’s affordable housing crisis. I’m especially proud that it includes two of my bipartisan bills—the Heirs Property Preservation Act and the Whole-Home Repairs Act—which will help families keep the homes they worked so hard to secure, preserve generational wealth, and continue closing the racial wealth gap. This legislation is rightly called the ROAD to Housing Act because it is not the destination—it is the beginning. It puts us on a path toward ensuring that everyone has a fair shot at the promise of America and the security and dignity that come with having a place to call home. No one’s ZIP code or bank account should determine whether they can build wealth, put down roots, and thrive.” | 1 | 2026-07-14T07:08:55Z | 2026-07-14T07:10:52Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnsons-statement-uspto-selecting-georgia-hbcus-southeast | Congressman Johnson's statement on USPTO selecting Georgia HBCUs for Southeast Community Engagement Office expansion | 2026-07-10 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), ranking member of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence and the Internet, released the following statement that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) selected Georgia for their Southeast Community Engagement Office expansion to include Atlanta University Center Consortium (AUCC–Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Morehouse School of Medicine, Spelman College) and the Center for Black Entrepreneurship (CBE). “Atlanta is internationally renowned as a hub for culture and creativity, and for technology and innovation, and I am delighted that the USTPO has selected Georgia’s HBCUs and Center for Black Entrepreneurship for their Southeast Community Engagement Office,” said Rep. Johnson. “But this is not an adequate replacement for the abandoned Atlanta Southeast Regional Outreach Office project, which was chosen according to explicit statutory vetting requirements. I call on the USPTO to serve the women, people of color, military veterans, and individual inventors in Southern communities and comply with governing law by establishing a regional outreach office outside of USPTO headquarters. ### | 1 | 2026-07-11T07:10:48Z | 2026-07-11T07:14:29Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/07/08/mcbath-adams-introduce-landmark-legislation-to-address-extreme-temperatures-in-prisons/ | McBath, Adams Introduce Landmark Legislation to Address Extreme Temperatures in Prisons | 2026-07-08 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — This week, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-6) and Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12),introduced the Extreme Temperatures Injustice in Prisons Act, landmark legislation to protect incarcerated people and prison staff from dangerous temperatures in facilities across the country managed by the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). This bill is a continuation of work that Congresswomen McBath and Adams began last year. In March 2026, they successfully launched a U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) study to further understand how the BOP currently tracks and addresses instances of extreme temperatures in their facilities. They also sent a letter of inquiry to the BOP in August 2025 regarding current conditions in their facilities, which informed this bill. In their response letter, the BOP stated that 18,736 incarcerated individuals reported symptoms of heat-related illness and 42 were diagnosed with heat stroke between January 2022 and September 2025. Extreme temperatures inside federal prisons can pose life-threatening risks. Incarcerated individuals have limited ability to insulate themselves and staff face occupational hazards that are routinely unregulated. Many BOP facilities lack basic climate control, leaving people in cells where temperatures can reach deadly levels during record heat waves and winter freezes. The Extreme Temperatures Injustice in Prisons Act would establish the first comprehensive, mandatory federal standards to address this crisis. “Incarcerated persons do not lose their rights to basic standards of living and safety in federal prison,” Congresswoman McBath said. “As states across the country face record breaking temperatures this summer, it is common sense to require standardized installation and maintenance of HVAC systems in all federal prison facilities. This legislation is another important step towards improving our federal prison system.” “The conditions in our federal prisons are unacceptable,” said Congresswoman Adams. “Across all 122 BOP facilities, there a… | 1 | 2026-07-09T08:24:13Z | 2026-07-09T08:26:05Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-judiciary-democrats-urge-judicial-conference-ban | Congressman Johnson, Judiciary Democrats Urge Judicial Conference to Ban Prediction Market Participation for the Federal Judiciary | 2026-07-07 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Ranking Members Hank Johnson, Jamie Raskin Call for Strong Safeguards Against Insider Trading and Ethical Conflicts By Federal Judges, Clerks, And Staff Washington, D.C. (July 7, 2026) — Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, and Rep. Hank Johnson, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, sent a letter to the Honorable Robert J. Conrad Jr., Director of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, urging the Judicial Conference to prohibit federal judges, clerks, and judicial staff from participating in online prediction markets. “Federal officials in all three branches of government often have advance knowledge of, if not direct influence or control over, the prospective outcome of a wager related to public policy events and decisions. It is no surprise that, in this setting, prediction markets appear rife with insider trading and other abuses,” wrote the Ranking Members. The growing use of prediction markets—platforms that allow users to wager on future events—poses serious ethical risks to the federal judiciary. These markets enable betting on matters directly related to the courts, including case outcomes, the length of judicial opinions, and even the timing of a Supreme Court Justice’s retirement. Prediction markets such as Kalshi, Polymarket, and PredictIt currently operate largely outside of state gambling restrictions and, under the Trump Administration, have faced limited federal oversight. Because judges and court personnel may have access to nonpublic information or influence over judicial outcomes, their participation in such markets raises significant concerns about insider trading, conflicts of interest, and the appearance of impropriety. While existing judicial ethics rules may address some aspects of this conduct, a clear, categorical ban is needed to eliminate ambiguity and fully safeguard the integrity of the courts. “We respectfully urge the Judicial Conference to take prompt action … | 1 | 2026-07-08T07:27:19Z | 2026-07-08T07:28:28Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnsons-statement-end-scotus-2025-2026-term | Congressman Johnson’s Statement on End of SCOTUS 2025-2026 Term | 2026-07-02 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts Ranking Member Hank Johnson Released the Following Statement at the Conclusion of the Supreme Court’s Recent Term WASHINGTON, D.C. — “As America marks 250 years of independence from imperialist governance, with growing alarm we are witnessing the most activist Supreme Court in our nation’s history, as it reshapes our democracy into a plutocracy. “While this just-ended term brings a temporary pause to the Roberts Court’s continued assault on Congressional authority, there can be no doubt that this Supreme Court will continue its power grab transition into a “super legislature”, as it vests more and more power upon the most corrupt president in world history. “Mitch McConnell and the Federalist Society have built a Court that has upset the delicate system of checks and balances between the three co-equal branches of government, which has left democracy for all hanging by a thread. “To ensure the survival of American democracy, we must bring reform to a reckless and hyper-partisan United States Supreme Court. Calls for reforming the court with commonsense policies such as term limits, a binding and enforceable code of conduct and transparency and accountability measures will continue to grow as the 6-3 MAGA majority rush to remake our society and government in their pro-corporate, pro-authoritarian executive dogmatic vision.” | 1 | 2026-07-03T08:00:00Z | 2026-07-03T08:01:30Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-condemns-the-fbis-reassigning-of-field-agents-to-atlanta-to-investigate-the-2020-election-results-in-georgia | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Condemns the FBI’s Reassigning of Field Agents to Atlanta to Investigate the 2020 Election Results in Georgia | 2026-07-02 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | ATLANTA – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) sent a congressional oversight letter to Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel condemning reports of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s decision to reassign field agents from across the country to Atlanta to investigate the 2020 Election results in Georgia. Congresswoman Nikema Williams wrote: “This is another dangerous diversion of resources from the FBI and Department of Justice’s true mission, which is to make sure the American people are safe. This diversion is also playing into the dangerous lie that President Trump won the 2020 Presidential election.” “This sweeping deployment of FBI agents and resources to Atlanta to investigate the 2020 election results is another troubling sign of a pattern in this administration to attempt to toss out, overturn, or cast doubt on election results that do not fit partisan narratives.” “This new redeployment of FBI field agents to Atlanta to investigate the 2020 Presidential lection not only represents a massive waste of taxpayer dollars, but also represents a shift in focus in the work that the FBI normally does to make Americans safer. I condemn these efforts in the strongest possible terms and oppose the Department of Justice putting the American people’s safety at risk by taking away our country’s agents to assist in the President’s witch hunt.” In the letter, Congresswoman Nikema Williams requested answers to the following questions: How much does this massive redeployment of FBI field agents to Atlanta cost taxpayers? What particular aspects of the 2020 Presidential election have you assigned the field agents to investigate? From which divisions, projects, and priorities are these field agents being diverted? Has the Department of Justice informed local election officials of the FBI field agents’ presence? Does your office plan to brief the House Administration and House Judiciary Committees of this new redeployment? Does your office plan to disclose the results of this new inves… | 1 | 2026-07-04T07:41:55Z | 2026-07-04T07:42:45Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/icymi-congresswoman-nikema-williams-legislation-to-keep-family-homes-in-the-family-passes-unanimously-out-of-committee | ICYMI: Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Legislation to Keep Family Homes in the Family Passes Unanimously Out of Committee | 2026-07-02 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, the Heirs’ Estate Inheritance Resolution and Succession (HEIRS) Act advanced out of the Financial Services Committee. The HEIRS Act, led by Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05), incentivizes states to adopt the Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act and provides grant funds for legal assistance for heirs’ property owners to clear title. A requirement for a federal survey on heirs properties based on Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ HEIRS Act was included in the bicameral, bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act. Video of amendment remarks and Vote: “Across this country, millions of families: Black families, Indigenous families, rural, Appalachian, and farming communities — are sitting on land they cannot sell, cannot borrow against, and cannot fully call their own.” – Congresswoman Nikema Williams Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) on the introduction of the HEIRS Act: “Black families face numerous barriers that are intentionally designed to make transferring heirs’ property difficult. I’ve experienced this firsthand, as my family’s land in rural Alabama was informally passed down through generations, including to me. After our property taxes increased, we had to plan how to protect our land, and eventually, we made it work. For far too many Black families, their story doesn’t end that way. This legislative package will equip families with the resources necessary to ensure the family home stays in the family, that assets are legally protected, and help create generational wealth to ultimately close the racial wealth gap.” The HEIR Act has received endorsements from the American Land Title Association, Land Loss Prevention Project, National Association of Counties, National Association of Real Estate Brokers, Council of State Community Development Agencies, National Community Development Association, National Community Stabilization Trust, National Consumer Law Center (on behalf of its low-income clients), National Fair Housing Alliance, National Housing Law Project, National … | 1 | 2026-07-04T07:41:55Z | 2026-07-04T07:42:45Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-sanford-bishop-and-austin-scott-highlight-their-bipartisan-ocmulgee-mounds-bill-at-house-subcommittee-hearing | Reps. Sanford Bishop and Austin Scott Highlight Their Bipartisan Ocmulgee Mounds Bill at House Subcommittee Hearing | 2026-07-01 | 2026 | 2026-07 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | PHOTO: Congressman Bishop and Congressman Scott with the Macon-Bibb Delegation at the U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee Hearing on July 1 WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) and Austin Scott (GA-08) testified before the U.S. House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands regarding their bill, H.R. 9416, the Ocmulgee Mounds National Park Redesignation Act. H.R. 9416 continues a more than decade long, but steady and combined effort of local, state, and federal leaders to create Georgia’s first National Park and more closely realize the original vision for this historic and cultural treasure which will also bring more visitors and jobs to Middle Georgia. “As our nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday this Saturday, it is vital that we preserve and protect our ancient history, including the stories of the indigenous peoples who lived here long before July 4, 1776,” said Congressman Bishop. “Our bill today represents a small, albeit meaningful, step forward that will strengthen Ocmulgee and ensure that its cultural and religious sites are protected now and into the future.” “In Georgia's 8th Congressional District, and across the state, the Ocmulgee Mounds are a source of deep pride. Just as the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Yellowstone reflect the heritage of their regions, the Ocmulgee River corridor represents one of the most important cultural landscapes in the Southeast. By redesignating the Ocmulgee Mounds as a National Park, we can ensure that this extraordinary history is recognized at the national level and shared with visitors from across the country and around the world. I’m proud of the bipartisan work that has brought us to this point, and I look forward to continuing our efforts to move this legislation all the way to President Trump's desk and establish Georgia's first national park,” said Congressman Scott. WATCH: Congressman Bishop’s Testimony and Congressman Scott’s Testimony The area is the ancestral home of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and has be… | 1 | 2026-07-02T06:20:02Z | 2026-07-02T06:21:32Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-announces-20-million-in-grants-to-help-georgia-longleaf-pine-forests | Congressman Bishop Announces $20 Million In Grants to Help Georgia Longleaf Pine Forests | 2026-06-30 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) announced that the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is awarding $20 million for projects that will restore and protect longleaf pine forests in Georgia. “Longleaf pine forests are part of Georgia’s natural heritage, and restoring them means healthier working lands, stronger wildlife habitat, cleaner water, and a more resilient rural economy for the families who live and work here,” said Congressman Bishop. “Georgia’s forest industry supports more than 140,000 jobs and contributes billions of dollars to the state’s economy, so investments like these are not just about conservation, they are also about protecting livelihoods, communities, and a way of life. This funding will help landowners, farmers, and foresters voluntarily care for their land while keeping it productive for generations to come.” The grants are part of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s 2026 Longleaf Landscape Stewardship Fund, a public-private partnership supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, the U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and private partners. The grants will fund 25 projects covering Georgia and surrounding states. These projects are expected to establish more than 30,000 acres of new longleaf pine and improve another 350,000 acres through prescribed burning, private landowner assistance, wildlife habitat improvements, seedling production, and at-risk species recovery. In Georgia, this work is especially important as communities continue recovering from Hurricane Helene, which damaged forestland across the state and increased the need for replanting, forest health treatments, and responsible fuel-load reduction to help protect landowners, forestry businesses, and nearby communities. The longleaf pine ecosystem is one of the most biologically diverse forest systems in North America. The Natural Resources Conservation Service has designated the Longleaf Pine Range as one of the country’… | 1 | 2026-07-01T06:34:07Z | 2026-07-01T06:35:35Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/subcommittee-ranking-member-johnsons-opening-statement-subcommittee | Subcommittee Ranking Member Johnson’s Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Protecting Creators in the Age of AI and the Internet | 2026-06-30 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. (June 30, 2026)— Today, Rep. Hank Johnson, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, delivered opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing on how to address piracy, copyright theft, and privacy challenges in the age of artificial intelligence, when creators are increasingly being exploited as AI companies use their work without consent or compensation. Below are Ranking Member Johnson’s remarks, as prepared for delivery, at today’s hearing. WATCH Ranking Member Johnson’s opening statement. Ranking Member Hank Johnson Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet Hearing on “A Midlife Crisis? IP and the Internet After 40” June 30, 2026 When the modern internet was born in January of 1983, many considered it just another Department of Defense project for the military. But thanks to taxpayer funding, the United States was able to partner with research universities and eventually private companies to harness this innovation for use by the general public. Over its first 10 years, the internet evolved from an application to compete with the Soviets to a place to conduct business, to where we communicate with others, and even to a medium for artistic expression. Today, it’s hard for many of us to imagine a world without new recipes at our fingertips, instant news updates, or pictures of our friends and family on our social media newsfeeds. Good or bad is no longer the question—the Internet is inescapable in modern society. This is quickly becoming the same with generative artificial intelligence, which has been adopted by businesses and consumers alike in just a few short years. Even with widespread adoption of transformative technology, it is imperative that we continue to protect rightsholders when technology is used to steal intellectual property, defraud consumers, and increase inequality. Products available online from a trusted website can seem identical to those at brick-and-mor… | 1 | 2026-07-01T06:34:07Z | 2026-07-01T06:35:35Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/30/mcbath-scott-omar-investigate-nlrb-general-counsels-potential-conflicts-of-interest/ | McBath, Scott, Omar Investigate NLRB General Counsel’s Potential Conflicts of Interest | 2026-06-30 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06), Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, and Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN-05) are questioning National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) General Counsel Crystal S. Carey about potential conflicts of interest and improper influence in cases against companies accused of violating the law. The request follows Carey’s appearance before the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions (HELP), in which she admitted that she is no longer recusing herself from cases involving her former clients, despite making a commitment to do so during her Senate confirmation process. In addition to walking back her commitment to these recusals, the Members highlighted concerning reports that the NLRB is taking actions that appear to benefit the clients of General Counsel Carey’s former employer, Morgan Lewis & Bockius, LLP (Morgan Lewis), as well as allies of President Trump. According to Bloomberg Businessweek, in April 2026, General Counsel Carey’s office offered Amazon, a client of Morgan Lewis, a unilateral settlement that would allow the company to continue to evade accountability at the expense of its workers. And just last week, there was another report that the NLRB approved another settlement of a case that alleged Amazon was a joint employer of delivery drivers just a day prior to Carey’s appearance before the Committee. The Members also raised concerns over General Counsel Carey’s commitment to enforce workers’ rights, “The combination of advantageous enforcement actions for certain companies and your reversal on recusals after being sworn in as General Counsel raises additional concerns about the potential for improper influence in the prosecution of NLRB cases…As the General Counsel of the NLRB, you are the only avenue for workers to enforce their rights under the NLRA as there is no private right of action. If you or your office intervenes to benefit a company, workers are without any recourse,” wrote the Members. The… | 1 | 2026-07-01T06:34:07Z | 2026-07-01T06:35:35Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/29/mcbath-co-leads-colleagues-in-calling-for-study-on-post-secondary-outcomes-for-students-with-disabilities/ | McBath Co-Leads Colleagues in Calling for Study on Post-Secondary Outcomes for Students with Disabilities | 2026-06-29 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06), alongside Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), and Representative Bobby Scott (D-VA) sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting that the Trump-Vance Administration conduct a study to help improve post-secondary outcomes for American students with disabilities. The letter comes shortly after the Administration announced it will further dismantle the Department of Education by shifting the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, a move that will make it more difficult for families to ensure that children with disabilities get the appropriate education they are entitled to under federal law. “We write to ask that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) examine how states and local school districts are implementing post-secondary transition services for youth with disabilities served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehab Act) as amended by Title IV of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA),” wrote the Members. “Transition services are defined by law as a coordinated set of activities that support movement from school to post-school life, representing one of the most consequential supports for determining long-term outcomes of youth with disabilities.” “While federal law has been amended over time to improve the quality of services provided in each state, data continues to show that these services are inconsistently administered and insufficiently studied, leaving millions of students unprepared for life after high school,” the Members continued. “We deeply appreciate GAO’s previous work analyzing services that help students with disabilities transition from school to work and believe this inquiry would provide critical insight into how to raise expectations and improve post-school outcomes for students with disabilities nationwide.” … | 1 | 2026-06-30T06:29:10Z | 2026-06-30T06:30:42Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-co-introduces-resolution-calling-reforms-protect | Congressman Johnson Co-Introduces Resolution Calling for Reforms to Protect Democracy | 2026-06-26 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee over Federal Courts, joined leaders of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), and the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) in announcing a new House resolution calling for reforms to restore voting rights in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais that eviscerated the Voting Rights Act of 1965. “At this 250-year mark of the beginning of American democracy, we see democracy under attack,” said Rep. Johnson. “We see democracy for all under attack. There cannot be democracy in this country for just a privileged few. Democracy must exist for us all. Unfortunately, it's the United States Supreme Court that's leading the movement to deconstruct our democracy, and it must be reformed.” The resolution calls for the House to adopt legislation to restore and strengthen the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and – when Democrats retake the majority in the House – the elimination of the 60-vote threshold in the Senate and enactment of fundamental reforms to the Supreme Court. The resolution also raises the alarm about a years-long campaign by the Supreme Court’s rightwing majority to undermine minority representation nationwide and highlights the threat that the Court’s far-right majority poses to Congressional efforts to advance workers’ rights, curb executive power, and combat corruption. The resolution is co-led by Rep. Johnson (GA-4), CPC Chair Greg Casar (TX-35), CBC Chair Yvette Clarke (NY-9), CHC Chair Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), and CAPAC Chair Grace Meng (NY-6). SUPPORTING GROUPS: Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote), Demand Justice, Democracy for America Advocacy Fund, Empowering Pacific Islander Communities (EPIC), End Citizens United, Everybody Votes Campaign, Free Speech For People, Greenpeace USA, Indivisible, Japanese American Citizens League, Lawyers for the Rule of Law, League o… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/25/mcbath-gun-violence-prevention-task-force-host-press-conference-marking-4-years-of-bipartisan-safer-communities-act/ | McBath, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Host Press Conference Marking 4 Years of Bipartisan Safer Communities Act | 2026-06-25 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Atlanta, GA — With the arrival of severe weather threats during the summer months, Rep. Lucy McBath is... Atlanta, GA — Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and her office have received the 2026 Democracy Award for “Best... Washington, DC — Last night, U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) hosted an interactive Telephone Town Hall event... By Max Rego The Hill Rep. Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) on Tuesday renewed her push for legislation expanding red... Washington, DC – Today, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Crime Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) hosted a Spotlight... Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon) led... Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) joined Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and... ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Georgia’s two U.S. senators and congressmembers representing Fulton County want... By Irene Wright NORCROSS, GA (USA Today) – "Hey, everybody. I'm grateful to be here." Rodney Taylor,... | 1 | 2026-06-26T06:29:35Z | 2026-06-26T06:31:46Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-bill-to-expand-internet-access-in-homes-across-the-country-2 | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Bill to Expand Internet Access in Homes Across the Country | 2026-06-25 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Home Internet Accessibility Act. Congresswoman Williams previously introduced this bill in the 117th and 118th Congress. People rely on high-speed Internet for work, learning, and connecting with the community. The Home Internet Accessibility Act will gather information on all federally assisted housing that lacks the capacity to support broadband service and will task the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development with producing an action plan, including retrofitting homes, to close Internet service gaps across our country. Congresswoman Nikema Williams said: “In today’s economy, reliable high-speed internet isn’t a luxury, it’s essential infrastructure—it’s a necessity. Families need it to work, students need it to learn, patients need it to access health care, and small businesses need it to compete. Yet far too many communities—especially Black, Brown, rural, and low-income neighborhoods—are still being left behind. My constituents have made it clear: too many families face unnecessary barriers simply trying to get connected at home. We cannot close the digital divide if we don’t know where it exists. The Home Internet Accessibility Act will give us the data we need to identify connectivity gaps, expand broadband access, and ensure every family has a fair shot at the opportunities of the digital economy—no matter their ZIP code or bank account.” This legislation is endorsed by the following organizations: American Library Association, LeadingAge, Local Initiatives Support Corporation, and the National Affordable Housing Management Association Dale Royal, Executive Director, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Atlanta said: “LISC Applauds the introduction of the Home Internet Accessibility Act. Affordable, reliable home internet is essential to enabling working families to prosper. Addressing access gaps in federally assisted housing is a cost-effective solution to expand opportunities for millions of households acros… | 1 | 2026-06-26T06:29:35Z | 2026-06-26T06:31:46Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/reps-williams-mcgarvey-lead-democrats-from-abortion-ban-states-to-demand-end-to-growing-criminalization-of-miscarriages | Reps. Williams, McGarvey Lead Democrats from Abortion Ban States to Demand End to Growing Criminalization of Miscarriages | 2026-06-24 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Reps. Nikema Williams (GA-05) and Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) led lawmakers representing states with severely restrictive or near-total abortion bans in a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche regarding the growing criminalization of miscarriages across the country. Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, prosecutors and law enforcement agencies have increasingly treated pregnancy loss as a potential crime rather than a deeply personal medical tragedy. During the first two years after Dobbs, prosecutors across the country filed more than 400 criminal charges related to pregnancy, pregnancy loss, or birth, and 15 states have maintained century-old criminal bans related to “concealing” a pregnancy loss. The letter highlights recent cases where women were criminally charged after a stillbirth or miscarriage, including a 24-year-old in Georgia and a 26-year-old in Nevada. Members wrote: “These cases are not isolated. They show a national pattern where miscarriage is treated as intentional, and individuals are subjected to criminal investigation and prosecution for events that are unavoidable and naturally occurring.” In the letter, lawmakers warn of a growing climate of fear where “patients are afraid to seek medical care, physicians are afraid to provide it, and families are caught in the crosshairs of politicized enforcement.” “No one should be afraid to go to jail during what could be one of the most devastating moments of their life,” the Members concluded. “No family should face police interrogation when experiencing a health crisis.” Read the full letter to Secretary Kennedy and Acting Attorney General Blanche here. | 1 | 2026-06-25T06:30:03Z | 2026-06-25T06:31:21Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-sen-hirono-push-judiciary-be-more-open-accountable | Congressman Johnson, Sen. Hirono Push Judiciary To Be More Open, Accountable | 2026-06-23 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Courts Subcommittee Ranking Member Introduces Open Meetings Act to Bring More Transparency to Judicial Conference WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee over Federal Courts, introduced the Open Meetings Act, a bill that would require Judicial Conference meetings to be more open and accessible to the American people. Sen. Mazie Hirono (HI), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, introduced the Senate companion. Bill text here. The Open Meetings Act would require the Judicial Conference to: provide public notice of any meeting 30 days beforehand — including the agenda — require audio of meetings be livestreamed that are accessible to the public without charge or registration — and published on the internet — and mandate that if the Judicial Conference wishes to have a closed session, it must state the reason for closing meetings to the public. The Judicial Conference is the national policymaking body for the federal court system. Established by Congress, it sets guidelines for court administration, oversees the rules of practice and procedure, and advises Congress on legislation affecting the judiciary. “There’s no reason these meetings should be so secretive,” said Rep. Johnson. “Americans have lost faith in the Roberts Court. This crisis of confidence is in part because of the perception of partisan politics, dark money in the court system, and blatant ethical violations. If Chief Justice Roberts is consulting AI companies before issuing rules for AI evidence, Americans deserve to know. If the Judicial Conference is going to change gift rules to make it easier for conservative groups to invest in cases, Americans deserve to know. Opening their proceedings to the public can help them regain the trust that’s been eviscerated over the past three decades.” “The federal judiciary is a key pillar of our constitutional system of government,” said Senator Hirono. “Americans need to have confidence that the judiciary is beholden only to the law a… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-legislation-to-help-build-credit-and-increase-access-to-homeownership | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Help Build Credit and Increase Access to Homeownership | 2026-06-18 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) reintroduced the Expanding Access to Credit through Consumer-Permissioned Data Act. The legislation would increase access to homeownership by tasking lenders—at the request of applicants–to consider financial data that historically is not included in credit scores, such as rental payment history, bank statement information, and pay stubs. Considering this data would help individuals who are credit invisible to have a fairer opportunity to buy a home. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “I’ve been unbanked. I know what it’s like to work hard, pay your bills, and do everything right, only to have the financial system tell you that you don’t qualify. Today, I’m a homeowner, and I’m committed to making sure others have the same opportunity. If someone can show they’re a responsible borrower, they shouldn’t be locked out of homeownership because they lack a traditional credit score. Homeownership is one of the most powerful tools we have to build generational wealth and close the racial wealth gap. My legislation will expand access to homeownership by recognizing financial responsibility wherever it’s found, helping more families secure the promise of America and build lasting wealth for future generations.” 32 million Americans, disproportionately people of color and low income borrowers, are locked out of homeownership despite paying rent and bills on time, simply because that financial behavior isn’t captured in traditional credit scores. This bill gives those borrowers a way to put their real financial history in front of a lender and have it actually count. The Expanding Access to Credit through Consumer-Permissioned Data Act is co-sponsored by Congresswomen Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Alma Adams (NC-12) and Gwen Moore (WI-04). The Expanding Access to Credit through Consumer-Permissioned Data Act is endorsed by the Consumer Federation of America and National Consumer Law Center. Click here to read the text of the E… | 1 | 2026-06-19T06:50:32Z | 2026-06-19T06:53:40Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/16/mcbath-encourages-georgians-to-prepare-for-severe-weather/ | McBath Encourages Georgians to Prepare for Severe Weather | 2026-06-16 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Atlanta, GA — With the arrival of severe weather threats during the summer months, Rep. Lucy McBath is encouraging residents in Georgia to be prepared. Alongside meteorologist Jim Cantore, McBath recorded her sixth annual public service announcement advising Georgians to plan, prepare, and practice for severe storms and weather. This year’s announcement featuring McBath and Cantore will air on The Weather Channel this summer. View the PSA by clicking here or on the image below: “In recent years, Georgia has experienced the devastating impact of unexpected severe weather,” McBath said. “I am proud to once again team up with Jim Cantore and The Weather Channel to help keep weather emergency preparedness at the top of mind for families in my district and across Georgia. I want to thank Jim, The Weather Channel, and all meteorologists in local news stations and in our government who work to keep communities prepared, informed, and safe.” | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/16/rep-lucy-mcbath-receives-2026-democracy-award-for-best-of-bipartisan-collaboration/ | Rep. Lucy McBath Receives 2026 Democracy Award for Best of Bipartisan Collaboration | 2026-06-16 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Atlanta, GA — Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and her office have received the 2026 Democracy Award for “Best of Bipartisan Collaboration” by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF). This is the second CMF award McBath has won, with her office receiving the “Best of Constituent Service” award in 2024. The award honors the representative’s fostering bipartisan relationships and collaboration on behalf of Georgia. The Best of Bipartisan Collaboration category recognizes offices that foster bipartisan relationships and collaboration to achieve positive outcomes and advance effective governance. McBath has led 12 pieces of legislation into law since coming to Congress in 2019. “Working well with both parties has always been central to how I serve the people of Georgia in Congress. Too often, people expect Washington to be stuck in conflict, but I believe real progress is possible when colleagues on both sides work together to deliver for our neighbors,” said Rep. McBath. “It has been a priority for my office to build the trust needed to find solutions that help our constituents. I am honored to receive this recognition from the Congressional Management Foundation, and I thank my staff for their hard work in building these relationships on behalf of those we serve.” “Effective bipartisan collaboration requires more than a willingness to work together—it requires trust, persistence, and a commitment to finding common ground where progress is possible. What distinguished Rep. McBath’s office was not simply a willingness to work across the aisle, but a sustained commitment to doing so. By building relationships, establishing credibility, and focusing on shared goals, the office demonstrated how bipartisan collaboration can translate into meaningful results and more effective governing,” said Jen Daulby, CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. The Congressional Management Foundation is the premier bipartisan foundation dedicated to strengthening the first branch of government. The Democracy Awards are CMF’s s… | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-ambassador-andrew-young-the-right-to-vote-and-fair-representation-is-worth-fighting-for-again | Congresswoman Nikema Williams & Ambassador Andrew Young: “The Right to Vote and Fair Representation is Worth Fighting for — Again” | 2026-06-16 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | As published by the Atlanta Journal Constitution: On April 29, the U.S. Supreme Court dismantled the Voting Rights Act, setting off a wave of attacks on Black representation and Black communities’ ability to elect Black leaders across the South. In the court case of Louisiana v. Callais, the Supreme Court ruled that the drawing of a majority-Black congressional district in Louisiana to remedy previous racial gerrymandering constituted an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. The Supreme Court also ruled that to prove racial gerrymandering, the plaintiff must prove racial intent and must “disentangle” racial intent from partisan motives. This essentially gutted Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, by making it much harder for Black voters to prove racial gerrymandering. Southern ‘domino effect’ What followed was a domino effect of Southern states attempting to silence Black voters. Florida passed its redrawn map and Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the map into law on May 4. Tennessee’s new map, which eliminated their only majority Black congressional district, was signed into law on May 7. Louisiana drew a new map with only one majority Black congressional district and was signed into law on May 29. On June 2, the Supreme Court ruled that Alabama could move forward with a congressional district map containing only one majority-Black district instead of its current two. On May 13, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp called state lawmakers back for a special session to redraw our own state’s congressional and state legislative district lines. The special session begins in the Georgia State Capitol on Wednesday and we could have new, racist maps signed into law on Juneteenth itself. This is not a Southern issue or a Black issue; it impacts us all. An attack on Black political power threatens democracy for everyone. Right now, they are targeting Black representation in the South, but tomorrow it could be a blue district in any state. ‘This is our Civil Rights Movement’ If you have ever wondered what you would’ve done during the… | 1 | 2026-06-17T06:49:24Z | 2026-06-17T06:50:53Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-pride-act-to-promote-lgbtq-financial-inclusion | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces PRIDE Act to Promote LGBTQ+ Financial Inclusion | 2026-06-11 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) reintroduced the Promoting Responsive Inclusion and Diverse Engagement (PRIDE) Act, a bill that ensures equal access to financial services and inclusion for LGBTQ+ individuals in the financial services industry. This legislation strengthens diversity within federal financial agencies by expanding their existing Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion to include the LGBTQ+ community. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “At a time when the Trump administration is dismantling DEI initiatives across the federal government, we must continue fighting to ensure everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. The PRIDE Act would help ensure that LGBTQ+ Americans are considered in the policies, programs, and services administered by federal agencies. By making protections based on gender identity and sexual orientation part of the Offices of Minority and Women Inclusion’s mission, the bill would help ensure that federal services work for all Americans. The Fifth District has long embraced the principle that everyone deserves equal treatment and representation, and I am committed to bringing that same principle to our nation’s financial regulators.” The PRIDE Act raises the importance of financial inclusion for LGBTQ+ individuals, who continue to face significant discrimination in the financial industry. With only 0.9% of Fortune 500 board seats held by out LGBTQ+ individuals, this bill addresses the underrepresentation and workplace discrimination that persists in the industry. Furthermore, same-sex couples are 73% more likely to be denied loans compared to different-sex couples with similar characteristics. The PRIDE Act is co-sponsored by Mark Takano (CA-39), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-At Large), Chuy Garcia (IL-04), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), Dina Titus (NV-01), Hank Johnson (GA-04), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), and Adriano Espaillat (NY-13). The PRIDE Act is endorsed by SAGE. | 1 | 2026-06-12T06:37:16Z | 2026-06-12T06:39:00Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/10/mcbath-hosts-town-hall-event-with-8100-participants-during-gun-violence-prevention-awareness-month/ | McBath Hosts Town Hall Event with 8,100 Participants During Gun Violence Prevention & Awareness Month | 2026-06-10 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC — Last night, U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) hosted an interactive Telephone Town Hall event with featured guest Stephanie Stone, an Associate Director with Everytown for Gun Safety. Stephanie became involved with Moms Demand Action after her son, Paul Sampleton Jr., was murdered in 2012 inside their home in Grayson, Georgia at age 14. She joined Everytown for Gun Safety in 2017 and has dedicated her life to supporting survivors, advocating for safer gun laws, and building communities of healing and action. As part of the Everytown Survivor Network team, she manages SurvivorsConnect, a peer-to-peer support program for gun violence survivors, and the Survivor Membership Lead Program, which supports volunteer survivor leaders in Moms Demand Action chapters across the country. McBath provided updates on her work in Congress, including her efforts during Gun Violence Awareness Month. Approximately 8,100 participants joined the event to listen and ask questions. “I’m grateful to all who tuned for their presence and participation as we continue to observe June as Gun Violence Prevention and Awareness Month,” said Rep. McBath. “This time is a solemn reminder of why we must continue fighting for common-sense solutions to this public health crisis that has touched far too many of our families and communities. I am especially grateful to have had my friend Stephanie Stone speak with folks. Her powerful advocacy is an inspiration, and I know her voice will continue to motivate each of us.” | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-raises-questions-on-anonymous-shell-companies-money-laundering-in-financial-services-committee | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Raises Questions on Anonymous Shell Companies & Money Laundering in Financial Services Committee | 2026-06-10 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) continued fighting for transparency, accountability, and safer communities as she raised questions in the exclusive House Financial Services Committee on how foreign criminals are laundering money through American real estate using anonymous LLCs. Neighborhoods like Atlanta’s Ashview Heights have been impacted by these anonymous shell companies, leaving blighted properties in communities with no record of a property owner. Congresswoman Nikema Williams highlighted how the Corporate Transparency Act could shine a light on this issue as Republicans attempt to dismantle the legislation. Remarks as prepared: “I represent Georgia’s Fighting Fifth Congressional District, centered in Atlanta. And I want to talk about something that sounds complicated but is actually very simple. Foreign criminals laundering money through American real estate using anonymous LLCs. Here is how it works. They buy property, the LLC has no identifiable owner, the property sits while the money gets clean. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution documented exactly what anonymous LLC ownership looks like on the ground in Ashview Heights when a shell company owned a blighted property and a reporter spent a week trying to find the actual owners. This is because the U.S. law didn’t require anyone to say. And that is a problem. We can’t know if it’s a small investor, a multinational company, or a criminal network. And right now we have no way to find out. Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act to fix this but Republicans are determined to roll it back. I have a few questions about what that actually cost us.” | 1 | 2026-06-11T06:38:38Z | 2026-06-11T06:41:07Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-votes-yes-to-supporting-organized-labor | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Votes YES to Supporting Organized Labor | 2026-06-10 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement after voting YES on the Faster Labor Contracts Act and the legislation being approved in the House of Representatives: Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Workers who vote to unionize are exercising a fundamental right. They deserve a fair and timely path to a collective bargaining agreement. That’s why I voted YES on the Faster Labor Contracts Act. I will always fight for workers’ rights, support organized labor, and stand with working families.” | 1 | 2026-06-11T06:38:38Z | 2026-06-11T06:41:07Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-pushes-administration-provide-safe-working | Congressman Johnson Pushes Administration to Provide Safe Working Conditions for Workers Dealing with Rat Infestation at Chamblee IRS Office | 2026-06-10 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | CHAMBLEE, GA – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), along with Georgia U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA), are calling on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Chief Executive Officer Frank Bisignano to immediately address a rat and cockroach infestation that has plagued the office for weeks and allow employees at the IRS Atlanta campus to work remotely until conditions improve. “No one should have to deal with unsafe and unsanitary working conditions like this,” said Congressman Johnson, who represents the area where the IRS facility is located. “I’m pleased to join our Senators in calling for Trump Administration officials to allow these workers to work remotely until this terrible situation is remedied.” According to reports, some employees have also fallen ill from exposure to rodent-borne diseases, forcing some staff members to resign from their positions. Constituents have also called the Congressman's office to express concern over the conditions at the facility. A copy of the letter can be found HERE, and the text is below: Dear Secretary Bessent and Chief Executive Officer Bisignano: We are writing to urge you to take all steps necessary to address the ongoing rat and cockroach infestation at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Atlanta Campus in Chamblee, Georgia. We ask that the IRS give full and fair consideration of employees’ requests to close the facility until it has been thoroughly cleaned and determined safe for occupancy and to telework during the remediation process. We also ask that the IRS provide a briefing to our offices on the IRS’ specific plan to address this occupational health and safety issue. According to local news reporting and a statement by the National Treasury Employees Union, the IRS Atlanta Campus in Chamblee has been infested with rats and cockroaches for several weeks. IRS employees have shared photos and videos of living and dead rats, rat droppings, and rat traps throughout the office complex, as well as emp… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/09/mcbath-democratic-womens-caucus-thompson-dingell-highlight-domestic-violence-solutions-during-gun-violence-prevention-month/ | McBath, Democratic Women’s Caucus, Thompson, Dingell Highlight Domestic Violence Solutions During Gun Violence Prevention Month | 2026-06-09 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (D‑GA‑06), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Crime Subcommittee and a member of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, convened a press conference to spotlight common‑sense, evidence‑based tools proven to prevent domestic violence. The event, titled “Stopping Domestic Violence with Common‑Sense Tools,” highlighted key legislative efforts during Gun Violence Awareness & Prevention Month. Rep. McBath leads the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act (FERPO), legislation that empowers loved ones and law enforcement to intervene in moments of crisis through federal “red-flag” laws. Members participating included Democratic Women’s Caucus Chair Teresa Leger Fernández (NM‑03), Chair of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Mike Thompson (CA‑04), and Co‑Chair of the Bipartisan Working Group to End Domestic Violence Debbie Dingell (MI‑06). The full video of the press conference can be found here. “Every day in this country, survivors of domestic violence are navigating a terrifying reality. Too often, the most dangerous moment is when a victim tries to leave an abuser. When a gun is present, that danger becomes deadly,” said Rep. McBath. “I know the pain of gun violence personally. My son Jordan was taken from me, and that loss drives every step of my work. Red flag laws save lives. They empower loved ones and give law enforcement the tools to intervene before a crisis becomes a tragedy. During Gun Violence Awareness & Prevention Month, we are calling on our Republican colleagues to bring this legislation to the floor. The American people deserve better. They have been crying out for safety, for humanity, and for action. I am grateful to my colleagues with the Democratic Women’s Caucus, the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, and the Bipartisan Working Group to End Domestic Violence for standing in this fight. We have never forgotten the families who carry this trauma, and we will not stop until life‑saving tools are available to every community. Together, we will protect the Ame… | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-the-reckless-republican-budget | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on the Reckless Republican Budget | 2026-06-09 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement after Republicans passed their $70 billion blank check to ICE and Trump’s $1.8 billion slush fund to reward his friends and violent insurrectionists. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “As families in the Fighting Fifth struggle to fill their gas tanks, pay for doctor’s visits, keep food on the table, and keep a roof over their head, Republicans are pushing a $70 billion blank check for ICE through Congress without a shred of reform, oversight, or accountability. At the same time, they are backing Trump’s $1.8 billion slush fund for January 6 insurrectionists. Last year, Republican yes-men cut healthcare and food assistance to pay for Trump’s billionaire tax cuts. Now, instead of taking action to make life more affordable for Americans, Republicans are spending even more money on ICE’s violence and creating a fund that allows Trump to reward his friends. Republicans are complicit in Trump’s corruption.” | 1 | 2026-06-10T06:36:00Z | 2026-06-10T06:37:32Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-applauds-us-court-ruling-blocking-trump-administration-s-100000-visa-fee | Congressman Bishop Applauds U.S. Court Ruling Blocking Trump Administration’s $100,000 Visa Fee | 2026-06-08 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) applauded the ruling by a federal judge today blocking President Trump’s $100,000 fee for employers’ H-1B applications. Judge Leo Sorokin declared in the ruling in the U.S. District Court in Massachusetts that “the substance and application of the $100,000 payment reveal that it is a tax” and that Congress had not delegated that power to the executive branch. Hospitals and health care centers from underserved and rural areas, including Southwest Georgia, informed members of Congress that they already were facing challenges recruiting enough staff and that the Trump Administration fee made providing care even more expensive to these communities. In response, Bishop, along with Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), and Yvette Clarke (D-NY), introduced bipartisan legislation in March 2026 (H.R. 7961), which will exempt physicians and other health care workers from the new $100,000 fee for H-1B petitions. It also prohibits new H-1B fees from being imposed on health care workers that exceed the existing fees under the U.S. Code. “The $100,000 fee for employers’ H1-B applications would have discouraged the best and the brightest from coming to America and helping our economy grow and to innovate,” said Congressman Bishop. “While the bipartisan legislation that I introduced earlier this year applied only to health care professionals, the ruling by Judge Sorokin is a victory for every American concerned about attracting the world’s smartest talent to our country.” ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/06/05/crime-subcommittee-ranking-member-mcbath-hosts-spotlight-hearing-on-gun-violence-prevention/ | Crime Subcommittee Ranking Member McBath Hosts Spotlight Hearing on Gun Violence Prevention | 2026-06-05 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Crime Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) hosted a Spotlight Hearing on Gun Violence Prevention titled “Resilience & Innovation: How Communities Are Leveraging Democratic Investments to Combat Gun Violence.” The hearing, held on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, examined how state and local leaders have successfully reduced gun violence using evidence‑based strategies supported by Democratic-led investments, including the American Rescue Plan Act and the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. Ranking Member McBath’s opening testimony is available here. Participating in the hearing were Representatives Becca Balint (D-VT-At Large), Robin Kelly (D-IL-02), Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA-05), Bobby Scott (D-VA-03), and Lou Correa (D-CA-46). “Today, on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, we honor the lives stolen by gun violence, including my son, Jordan.” said Rep. McBath. “As a mother who has lived through this pain, I know the immeasurable weight carried by families and survivors across this country. But I also know what is possible when I refuse to give up. During the pandemic, gun violence surged and communities were stretched thin. Yet leaders, advocates, and service providers stepped forward with determination and innovation. For four consecutive years, fewer Americans have been killed by gun violence. This progress is real and it is happening because communities have been empowered to prevent violence before it occurs. Congress must recommit to comprehensive, community‑driven crime prevention so that every family can live in a safe neighborhood and every child can grow up free from fear.” The Subcommittee heard testimony from leaders on the front lines of gun violence prevention, including: Chief Stephen Jenkins, Chief of Police, Portsmouth Police Department Greg Hopkins, Director of Justice Services, City of Richmond Shontel Brunson-Wright, Executive Director, Atlanta Victim Assistance, Inc. Dr. Kyle Fisher, Policy Director, The Health Alliance for Violence I… | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-says-funding-bill-falls-short-for-families-farmers-rural-communities | Bishop Says Funding Bill Falls Short for Families, Farmers, & Rural Communities | 2026-06-05 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), the top Democrat on the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food & Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, outlined his opposition to and voted against H.R. 8646, the subcommittee’s Fiscal Year 2027 funding bill. “Everyone eats the food America’s farmers produce. Everyone needs safe medicine and medical devices, clean drinking water, and affordable fuel, utilities, and internet,” said Congressman Bishop. “This bill slashes funding for water and wastewater grants needed by small, rural communities across the country that have a low tax base. This bill guts rural energy programs, reduces rural broadband investments and affordable housing programs, and takes development grants away from our rural businesses.” Congressman Bishop also noted that, “Agricultural producers are facing increased fuel and input costs because of an unauthorized war in Iran and chaotic tariffs. And this bill will cut staff at the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Rural Development Agency – leaving offices closed or understaffed – when farmers need them the most. Increased ag production costs and less USDA support means the cost of food for families also goes up. And, for the first time, we are not guaranteeing full funding for WIC which means as many as 5 million women, infants, and children may go hungry.” “As the appropriations process continues, Democrats and Republicans in the House and Senate must put aside partisanship to craft a better bill which ensures that Americans can produce the highest quality, safest, most abundant, and affordable, food, fiber, and medicine,” concluded Congressman Bishop. WATCH: Congressman Bishop’s opening remarks during debate on the FY27 agriculture, rural development, FDA, and related agencies funding bill Unfortunately, in its present form the bill hurts local, rural communities and economies: By steeply cutting critical investments, including water and wastewat… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-legislation-to-protect-mothers-and-fight-the-black-maternal-health-crisis-2 | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Protect Mothers and Fight the Black Maternal Health Crisis | 2026-06-04 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Blood Pressure MATTERS Act that would require healthcare insurers to provide pregnant and postpartum moms blood pressure monitoring devices, without cost sharing with the patient. High blood pressure during pregnancy carries significant risks for the mother and baby, including preeclampsia, placental abruption, and premature birth. Rates of gestational hypertension are higher among Black and Native American mothers, contributing to racial health disparities and the Black maternal mortality crisis. Hypertension during pregnancy can lead to harmful outcomes for the pregnant person and baby. High blood pressure can limit blood flow to the placenta, slow fetal growth, contribute to placental abruption and premature delivery. To address gestational hypertension, this bill will provide the tools pregnant people need to monitor their health at home and seek the care they need. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Preeclampsia is one of the leading causes of maternal mortality, yet in so many cases, early intervention and access to care can save lives. During the final weeks of my pregnancy, my doctors placed me on bed rest because of preeclampsia. After giving birth, I was preparing to go home when a nurse checked my blood pressure one more time—and it was dangerously high again. I spent two additional days in the hospital receiving treatment for postpartum preeclampsia, and that extra care made all the difference. I was able to go home healthy with my newborn son in my arms. But too many mothers, especially Black mothers, do not get that same chance. The Blood Pressure Matters Act will help give moms the tools and resources they need to protect their health and their babies, save lives, and help end the Black Maternal Health Crisis—one blood pressure reading at a time.” Endorsing Organizations: 4Kira4Moms, Abortion Forward (OH), Advocates for Youth, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network, Bir… | 1 | 2026-06-05T06:35:23Z | 2026-06-05T06:36:42Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-harshbarger-joins-rep-bishop-as-new-co-chair-of-bipartisan-congressional-automotive-performance-motorsports-caucus | Rep. Harshbarger Joins Rep. Bishop as New Co-chair of Bipartisan Congressional Automotive Performance & Motorsports Caucus | 2026-06-04 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – This week, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) joined Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) as co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus. They will serve as the Republican and Democratic co-chairs of the caucus, respectively. “Cars and motorsports embody America’s creative spirit, technological innovation, grit, and drive,” said Congressman Bishop. “I look forward to working with Congresswoman Harshbarger to support these engineering marvels which push the limits of competition, are iconic national treasures, and inspire new generations of collectors and enthusiasts.” “Motorsports and automotive performance are woven into the fabric of American culture and support an industry that drives innovation, fuels small businesses, and sustains more than a million jobs across the country,” said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. “From manufacturers and suppliers to racers, collectors, and enthusiasts, this industry represents the ingenuity and craftsmanship that make America exceptional. I’m honored to serve as Co-Chair of the Congressional Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus alongside Congressman Bishop, and I look forward to working in a bipartisan way to support an industry that means so much to our economy and to communities like ours in East Tennessee. The Automotive Performance and Motorsports Caucus was formed in 1996 to recognize the contributions the automotive performance and motorsports industry has made, and continues to make, to the U.S. economy. At the outset of the 119th Congress, Doug LaMalfa was the Republican co-chair of the caucus but sadly he passed away earlier this year. Many Middle and Southwest Georgia communities host regular meets and annual expos, including events like Albany’s Southwest Georgia Car Show and the Moultrie Automotive Swap Meet which draws car enthusiasts and collectors from across the state. Current members of the bipartisan, bi-cameral caucus include: In the U.S. House Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA),… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/johnson-blumenthal-warren-call-bank-america-restore-consumers-legal | JOHNSON, BLUMENTHAL & WARREN CALL ON BANK OF AMERICA TO RESTORE CONSUMERS’ LEGAL RIGHTS & PROTECTIONS | 2026-06-04 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | “We expect companies that pride themselves on consumer protection, like Bank of America, to stand up for its customers and not rely on forced arbitration clauses that quietly strip customers of their rights.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Congressman Hank Johnson (D-GA) wrote to Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan, calling on the bank to immediately remove its recently added forced arbitration agreement, hamstringing consumers’ legal rights and denying them the ability to hold corporations accountable. “The new forced arbitration provision will force Bank of America’s customers into a private and secretive system, rigged against their interests. During the arbitration process, corporations can write the rules and have no obligation to make proceedings public. Without access to the public court system, discovery is typically limited, making it hard for consumers to obtain the evidence needed to prove their case,” wrote the lawmakers. “We expect companies that pride themselves on consumer protection, like Bank of America, to stand up for its customers and not rely on forced arbitration clauses that quietly strip customers of their rights,” continued the lawmakers. “At a time when costs are rising, Americans are struggling to get by, and the Trump administration has abandoned enforcement of even the most basic consumer protection policies, we are deeply disappointed that Bank of America is imposing yet another obstacle for customers seeking accountability and protection.” The full letter to Moynihan can be found here and below. Dear Mr. Moynihan, We write to urge Bank of America to immediately remove the forced arbitration provision recently added to its Online Banking Service agreement. This inherently unjust provision denies consumers the right to hold corporations accountable and enforce their rights. [1] In 2009, Bank of America ended its use of forced arbitration clauses in credit card disputes.[2] The change, welcomed by advocates and co… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/williams-colleagues-urge-federal-investigation-into-canvas-cyberattack-call-for-stronger-cybersecurity-support-for-schools | Williams, Colleagues Urge Federal Investigation into Canvas Cyberattack, Call for Stronger Cybersecurity Support for Schools | 2026-05-29 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) joined Representatives Laura Friedman (CA-30), Maxine Dexter, M.D. (OR-03), Eugene Simon Vindman (VA-07), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-AL), Mike Thompson (CA-04), James Walkinshaw (VA-11), Dwight Evans (PA-03), Donald S. Beyer Jr. (VA-08), and Betty McCollum (MN-04) in sending a letter to the Department of Justice and Department of Education urging a full investigation into the recent cyberattack targeting Instructure and its subsidiary, Canvas, and calling for expanded cybersecurity resources for schools. Canvas, a widely used online learning platform serving millions of students, educators, and institutions nationwide, was targeted in a cyberattack that disrupted access to coursework during final exams and raised concerns about the security of student and faculty data. The Members wrote: “We write to urge the Department of Justice to take swift action to investigate, and prosecute to the fullest extent of the law, the cyber-attack perpetrated against Instructure, and its subsidiary, Canvas…This appears to be the culmination of an ongoing cyber-attack against Instructure–wherein the company was initially breached on May 1st. By May 3rd, Shiny Hunters claimed to have breached 275 million users’ data across nine thousand schools. While it appears that most students regained access by May 8th, this incident highlights the vulnerability of student, faculty, and staff data, and demands thorough investigation.” The Members also emphasized the need for stronger cybersecurity protections across the education system. “This beach left schools in the lurch, having to act urgently to attempt to protect their students’ data…With so much learning happening online, it is imperative that schools have the resources they need to maintain their student and faculty data privacy.” | 1 | 2026-05-30T06:11:53Z | 2026-05-30T06:13:24Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-the-federal-court-decision-on-alabamas-congressional-maps | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on the Federal Court Decision on Alabama’s Congressional Maps | 2026-05-26 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | ATLANTA – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement on the federal court’s decision to block Alabama’s congressional maps. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “The federal court’s decision today confirms what we all knew: these new congressional maps were deliberately drawn to dilute Black political power and are in violation of the Voting Rights Act. Today’s ruling is a victory for justice and fair representation, but the fight is far from over. Across the country, we continue to see coordinated attacks on the fundamental right to vote and attempts to silence Black communities. We will keep fighting to protect the Voting Rights Act, defend our democracy, and ensure every voter has an equal voice at the ballot box.” May 22, 2026 Press Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Study Impact of Federal Programs on Racial Inequity WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Reviewing the Effects of Policies, Orders, and Rules with Thorough Study (REPORTS) Act. This legislation is designed to study the impact of federal programs and policies on people living near or under the poverty line and racial inequity, including the racial wealth gap. The REPORTS Act […] May 21, 2026 Press ICYMI: Congresswoman Nikema Williams Passes Legislation in ROAD to Housing that Helps Homeowners Keep & Maintain Their Homes WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act this week, a major step toward tackling the housing affordability crisis. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led the inclusion of multiple legislative action points within the housing bill. A champion for both affordable AND desirable housing, Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ inclusions build […] May 13, 2026 Press Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Reduce Noise from Nearby Interstate Highways in Underserved Neighborhoods WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) reintroduced the Negating Neig… | 1 | 2026-05-27T06:38:34Z | 2026-05-27T06:40:17Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-legislation-to-study-impact-of-federal-programs-on-racial-inequity | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Study Impact of Federal Programs on Racial Inequity | 2026-05-22 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Reviewing the Effects of Policies, Orders, and Rules with Thorough Study (REPORTS) Act. This legislation is designed to study the impact of federal programs and policies on people living near or under the poverty line and racial inequity, including the racial wealth gap. The REPORTS Act is co-led by Representatives Shontel Brown (OH-11), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Kweisi Mfume (MD-07), and Robin Kelly (IL-02). Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Clear and reliable data is essential to understanding which federal programs are actually helping working families and underserved communities in Georgia’s Fifth District and across the country. The REPORTS Act will give us the information we need to better shape policies that address racial inequities and help ensure everyone can share in the promise of America—no matter your ZIP Code, no matter your bank account.” “I’m proud to join Congresswoman Nikema Williams on the REPORTS Act. We need economic justice, racial justice, and a strong safety net. Federal policies need to make things better, not worse, especially with a White House that is implementing massive cuts. The REPORTS Act will help us get the information we need to shape policies that are fair and equitable,” said Congresswoman Shontel Brown. “For too long, the federal government has implemented major programs and policies without fully understanding their consequences on our most vulnerable communities,” Norton said. “I am proud to co-lead the REPORTS Act because data-driven governance is essential to dismantling systemic barriers. By explicitly requiring federal agencies to analyze how their policies impact families living in poverty and affect racial inequality, we can ensure taxpayer dollars are actively closing equity gaps rather than widening them. This legislation will provide the transparency necessary to keep our limited federal resources focused on what actually works for the people who need it most.” “Our gover… | 1 | 2026-05-23T06:08:46Z | 2026-05-23T06:10:20Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/icymi-congresswoman-nikema-williams-passes-legislation-in-road-to-housing-that-helps-homeowners-keep-maintain-their-homes | ICYMI: Congresswoman Nikema Williams Passes Legislation in ROAD to Housing that Helps Homeowners Keep & Maintain Their Homes | 2026-05-21 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act this week, a major step toward tackling the housing affordability crisis. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led the inclusion of multiple legislative action points within the housing bill. A champion for both affordable AND desirable housing, Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ inclusions build policy around making sure working families can own and maintain their homes and property. Introduced by Congresswoman Nikema Williams, the Whole Home Repairs Act was included in the housing bill passed by the House. This legislation will: Ensure resources reach homeowners and small landlords with the most need, providing grants to low- and moderate-income homeowners (including owner-occupants of manufactured homes) and smaller landlords who agree to fair rental practices (ensuring that benefits accrue to the community). Create one-stop shops to coordinate existing federal, State, and local home repair programs and assist applicants with navigating and leveraging these funding opportunities more effectively. Direct HUD to prioritize applicants with plans to implement the program across entire states, as well as applicants that ensure equal resources go to rural areas. Permit implementing organizations to incorporate workforce training and other related programs. Create reporting mechanisms to ensure that resources are used effectively and fairly, and that coordinating activities reduce redundancies. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act also included language from the HEIRS Act, introduced by Congresswoman Nikema Williams, requiring the U.S. Government Accountability Office (U.S. GAO) to study the impact of heirs properties. This builds momentum for the future passage of the HEIRS Act that would incentivize states to adopt the Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act and provides grant funds for legal assistance for heirs’ property owners to clear title—making sure that family homes stay in the family. To read the full text of t… | 1 | 2026-05-22T06:27:39Z | 2026-05-22T06:29:18Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-honors-local-small-businesses-during-small-business | Congressman Johnson Honors Local Small Businesses During Small Business Month | 2026-05-21 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | DECATUR, GA – On Saturday, May 16, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) held his annual Pinnacle Awards ceremony, honoring 11 outstanding businesses in his district that are making a difference in the lives of others. The 2026 Pinnacle Award honorees were small business owners, executives, leaders, and advocates who, through their selfless service and altruism, have made Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District a better place to live, work, and play. “The small business owners we celebrated today matter so deeply,” said Rep. Johnson. “In a time when so many feel discouraged, uncertain, and left behind, they continue to persevere. They continue to build, to serve, to employ, to invest, and to uplift others despite the challenges before them. In many ways, their resilience is an act of resistance in itself. Their success, their service, and their commitment to community are reminders that the American Dream cannot survive unless ordinary people continue to fight for it every day.” THE HONOREES: Walter Adams, Prestige Uniforms. Greg Baranco, Baranco Automotive Group. Beverly W. Davis, Bee Wise Cleaning. Dee Dee Harbin, Redan Trophies & Custom Laser Engraving. DeVon Hudson, DeVon Hudson Insurance Agency State Farm Agent. Jeff Ordner, Ordner Construction. Charles David Moody, Jr., C.D. Moody Construction. Tony Ramirez, Luciano’s Ristorante Italiano. Waleed Shamsid-Deen, Supreme Foods Worldwide. Drs. Coreen and Conrad Wilson, Columbia Belvedere Animal Hospital. Tony Royal, A.J. Royal Enterprises Inc. LIVESTREAM: Facebook and YouTube. ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:21:02Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/05/20/mcbath-merkley-lead-bipartisan-bill-to-tackle-child-care-workforce-shortage/ | McBath, Merkley Lead Bipartisan Bill to Tackle Child Care Workforce Shortage | 2026-05-20 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon) led a bipartisan group of lawmakers to introduce the Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act. The bipartisan bill would address the child care workforce shortage by investing in career and technical education (CTE) programs and incentivizing more students to enter the early childhood workforce upon graduation. “Every parent deserves the peace of mind that comes with knowing their child is in good hands while they go to work and provide for their family. For too long, finding affordable, quality childcare has been out of reach for working Americans,” said McBath. “The Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act will invest in career and technical programs that open doors for students who want to serve their communities as early childhood educators. It’s our responsibility to prepare the next generation of childcare workers and give families the support they need to thrive.” “As I hold town halls in all of Oregon’s 36 counties every year, I hear from folks about child care being too inaccessible. Ensuring working families can access decent, affordable child care is an essential foundation for the middle class to thrive,” said Merkley. “Our bipartisan bill invests in the child care workforce, a win for parents who need child care and for Oregon businesses who need more child care providers.” In the House, U.S. Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-01), Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA-15), John Mannion (D-NY-22), Mike Lawler (R-NY-17), and Jen Kiggans (R-VA-02) co-led the introduction of the Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act. The bill is also co-sponsored by U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Ron Wyden (D-OR). “Child care is essential for children, families, businesses, and communities to thrive,” said Bonamici. “We need more students to enter this critical profession, and career and technical education (CTE) programs have great p… | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/05/19/mcbath-warren-70-lawmakers-reintroduce-bicameral-bill-to-address-maternal-health-risks-during-public-health-emergencies/ | McBath, Warren, 70+ Lawmakers Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Address Maternal Health Risks During Public Health Emergencies | 2026-05-19 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) joined Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Representative Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.) in leading more than 70 lawmakers to reintroduce the Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act to address maternal health risks during public health crises like COVID-19 and the ongoing hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks. In such emergencies, pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women are uniquely vulnerable and face an increased risk for adverse maternal health outcomes. In October 2022, a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report found that during the COVID-19 pandemic, maternal health outcomes severely worsened. In 2020 and 2021, the disease contributed to 25% of maternal deaths — 80% higher than before the pandemic hit. Women of color proved to be especially vulnerable, with the maternal mortality rate increasing by more than 50% for Black women and doubling for Hispanic women from 2019 to 2021. This bill would advance pivotal policies to address current and future maternal health risks during public health emergencies. The Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act will: Authorize robust funding for federal programs that support maternal and infant health during public health emergencies. Improve maternal health data collection, reporting, and transparency standards during public health emergencies. Support public health education campaigns on providing safe maternity care during public health emergencies. Establish a task force on birthing experiences and safe, respectful maternity care during public health emergencies. This bill is cosigned in the Senate by Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), and Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.). This bill is cosigned in the House by: Representatives LaMonica McIver (D-N.J.), Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.), Gwen Moore (D-Wis.), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.), Sydney Kamlager-Dove… | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-supports-bipartisan-bill-to-fund-national-defense-invest-in-military-families-veterans | Congressman Bishop Supports Bipartisan Bill to Fund National Defense, Invest in Military Families & Veterans | 2026-05-15 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, supported the passage of H.R. 8469, the Fiscal Year 2027 funding bill for Military Construction and Veterans Affairs. He supported the bill during its consideration by the subcommittee and full committee earlier this year. “Today’s funding bill is a crucial investment in the people and facilities that are vital to our national defense. Quality of life is fundamental to our military readiness. I was glad to work together with Democrats and Republicans to make this investment in our military families and veterans who earn our support through their service and sacrifice,” said Congressman Bishop. Highlights of the Fiscal Year 2027 Military Construction & Veterans Affairs funding bill include: $665 million in additional funding for child development centers, barracks, demolition, installation resilience, and other unfunded requirements which directly touches quality of life and readiness. Veterans medical care is funded at $121 billion, which is $6.5 billion above what was enacted for Fiscal Year 2026. Also included are increases for women veterans’ care, suicide prevention and treatment, substance use disorder programs, and rural health. $53.7 billion in advance funding for the Fiscal Year 2028 Toxic Exposures Fund. Congressional control and transparency provisions to improve VA efficiency and accountability. Continued push for and funding Electronic Health Record Modernization, but with quarterly reporting requirements to ensure better progress towards demonstrated implementation and patient-safety performance. ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:21:02Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-legislation-to-reduce-noise-from-nearby-interstate-highways-in-underserved-neighborhoods | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Reduce Noise from Nearby Interstate Highways in Underserved Neighborhoods | 2026-05-13 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) reintroduced the Negating Neighborhood Noise Act, legislation to give communities the ability to build noise barriers along existing federal interstate highways. Currently, federal funds cannot be used for noise barriers. The Negating Neighborhood Noise Act allows Highway Trust Fund dollars to be used to build noise barriers in residential areas built before the interstates that are now impacting them. Communities will also have the power to create noise barriers that are aesthetically pleasing and can be used for dual purposes, such as hosting broadband infrastructure or solar panels. Highways I-20, I-75, I-85, and I-285 are some of the loudest, most disruptive interstates in the country and all run through neighborhoods in Georgia’s Fifth Congressional District. Congresswoman Williams introduced similar legislation in the 117th and 118th Congress. Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) is co-leading the introduction of the Negating Neighborhood Noise Act. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Constituents and elected officials have made it clear: we must address the disruptions caused by congested highways. For too many communities—particularly those intentionally divided by the construction of our interstate system—these roads have long brought not just displacement, but lasting harm. Today, the constant noise and pollution from those same highways continue to burden the neighborhoods they cut through and more. The Negating Neighborhood Noise Act is a simple solution that allows existing federal resources to be used for desperately needed noise barriers. This is exactly how infrastructure investments should be made: tailored to the needs of communities. The Negating Neighborhood Noise Act would bring meaningful relief from the noise and air pollution affecting families living near our interstate highways.” Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) said: “Far too many Americans have come to accept highway noise as the grating soundtrack of their lives. A cacophony… | 1 | 2026-05-14T06:11:37Z | 2026-05-14T06:12:56Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-mourns-the-passing-of-friend-colleague-former-ga-state-rep-john-white | Congressman Bishop Mourns the Passing of Friend & Colleague, Former GA State Rep. John White | 2026-05-12 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | ALBANY, Ga. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop Jr. issued the following statement regarding the passing of former Georgia State Representative John White: “John’s life was a testament to courage, service, and dignity — a man who broke barriers, lifted others, and never stopped working for the common good. “As one of the first Black television anchors at WALB, John opened doors and set an example for generations, carrying himself with professionalism, grace, and an unshakable commitment to truth. In 1975, he answered another call to serve, joining the General Assembly where we worked together. Over nearly two decades he fought tirelessly for his constituents by championing education, public safety, and opportunity for working families. He was a relentless leader who measured success by the number of lives that were improved. “John introduced the Georgia Lottery bill in 1977, which was later championed by Governor Zell Miller, and which now funds the Hope Scholarship that supports thousands of Georgia’s college students each year. “He enlightened classrooms, strengthened neighborhoods, and instilled hope in countless people who benefited from his compassion and conviction. “My wife, Vivian, and I offer our deepest sympathies to John’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. Words cannot fully convey the magnitude of this loss, but may the memory of his warmth, his courage as a barrier-breaker, and his extraordinary devotion to public service bring you comfort. We are better because of him. “Let us honor John White by carrying forward the values he embodied — leadership, fierce care for our neighbors, and a steadfast commitment to justice and opportunity. “Rest in peace, my friend. Your life changed lives, and your example will light our way for years to come.” ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:21:02Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-delivers-keynote-speech-innovation-alliance | Congressman Johnson Delivers Keynote Speech for the Innovation Alliance | 2026-05-11 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Ranking Member Johnson House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet Keynote Speech for the Innovation Alliance May 11, 2026 Thank you for that introduction and thank you for inviting me here to speak with all of you today. Patent and innovation policy is often viewed by people not in the business of inventing as an esoteric area of the law, meant more for corporations than everyday people like you and me. But America’s founders meant for patents to be for the people—not giants. They believed that by rewarding any individual who can meet the standard for a patent, all of us would thrive. But reputations like patent’s “sport of kings” can be difficult to overcome. And it’s been made worse by two decades of system change that have made it harder to own and enforce a patent. I’m here today to say it’s time to make the patent system work for the people again. One of the reasons America’s economy became the envy of the world is not just because we have smart people here. It’s because we have a system to allow those people to make a living by coming up with new and better ideas. Innovators with the confidence to invest in themselves know that a novel idea can change not just the world but the course of their own life. But it’s not always so easy. Anyone who works with innovators and inventors can tell you that unpredictability is the hallmark of innovation. Patents are granted to creations that are, among a few other requirements, new. To invent, we need to do something that has never been done before. Individuals need the resources, investment, and most of all the promise that if they are able to discover something new, they can own their idea, without someone stealing it. Yes, nothing is stopping inventors from getting to work inventing. But to make those innovations and discoveries worth the time, energy, and money needed to obtain a patent, the resulting patent needs to be more than a piece of paper they can hang on their wall. A patent should be re… | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:21:02Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/05/08/reps-mcbath-williams-sens-ossoff-rev-warnock-upgrading-stormwater-infrastructure-in-east-point/ | Reps. McBath & Williams, Sens. Ossoff & Rev. Warnock Upgrading Stormwater Infrastructure in East Point | 2026-05-08 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | East Point, Ga. — U.S. Representatives Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Nikema Williams (GA-05), alongside Senators Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock, are delivering resources to upgrade stormwater infrastructure in East Point. $1,092,000 is being delivered for the project through bipartisan government funding legislation that became law on January 23. The members brought Republicans and Democrats in Congress together to deliver Federal funding for key stormwater infrastructure upgrades along Norman Berry Drive in East Point, including a storm water main replacement and headwall restoration to improve stormwater flows and prevent sink holes in the area. “Failing stormwater infrastructure isn’t just an eyesore–it can cause serious safety hazards and street flooding,” McBath said. “Working together, my colleagues and I helped to bring needed federal investments to repair storm lines in our community. This funding will reduce flooding concerns and keep our community clean.” Williams said: “Securing clean, safe, and dependable water infrastructure for the families of East Point is just one way we can deliver the most basic of needs for Georgians. I’m proud to join my Georgia colleagues in bringing $1,092,000 back to the people of East Point.” “Every town in Georgia deserves safe, effective water infrastructure,” said Sen. Ossoff. “That’s why we bought Republicans and Democrats together to upgrade stormwater infrastructure in East Point.” “Safe and clean water infrastructure is something that every thriving community needs,” said Senator Warnock. “I am proud to work alongside my Georgia colleagues to bring these federal funds to Georgia.” | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-on-the-passing-of-entrepreneur-humanitarian-ted-turner | Congressman Bishop on the passing of entrepreneur & humanitarian, Ted Turner | 2026-05-06 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | ALBANY, Ga. – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement after the passing of humanitarian and entrepreneur, Ted Turner: "I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ted Turner. His vision transformed the landscape of American media—creating outlets that changed how we receive news, how we watch sports, and how the world sees itself. As an entrepreneur and innovator, he displayed a rare combination of bold risk-taking and relentless determination that pushed an entire industry forward. "Beyond his business accomplishments, Ted Turner was a committed philanthropist whose generosity extended far beyond monetary gifts. His investments in conservation, education, and public discourse reflected a belief that those who prosper must also give back. That spirit of service and stewardship is a legacy that will continue to benefit communities here at home and around the globe. "Vivian and I extend our deepest condolences to his family, his colleagues, and the many people whose lives were touched by his work. In moments like this we remember not only the accomplishments but the human being behind them—the curiosity, the drive, and the capacity to imagine a different future. May his family find comfort and strength in the memories they share, and may his contributions inspire future generations to lead with both ambition and compassion." ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:21:02Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-demands-trump-reverse-ending-programs-that-support-minority-owned-small-businesses | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Demands Trump Reverse Ending Programs that Support Minority-Owned Small Businesses | 2026-05-05 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led 22 other members of Congress in a congressional push demanding President Trump reverse his efforts to dismantle programs that support minority-owned small businesses. On March 26, 2026, Trump signed the executive order “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors,” which does not protect against discrimination but instead reinstitutionalizes it. The order prohibits federal contractors from conducting targeted outreach to vendors of color, establishing mentoring or leadership development programs for underrepresented entrepreneurs, or directing any resources toward inclusion. Contractors who fail to comply face cancellation, suspension, and permanent debarment. In January 2026, the Trump administration went beyond what any court required and declared the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Business Development Program a burden on white Americans, stripping race from eligibility determinations entirely. Under the pretense of fraud and abuse associated with DEI favoritism, approximately 4,300 firms were required to submit years of financial records in a sweeping data call. Over 1,000 were suspended for missing the compliance deadline, and more than 600 are now being terminated. In 2025, only 65 businesses were admitted to the program—down from more than 700 the year prior. In October 2025, Trump gutted the Department of Transportation’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program, which served as the primary pathway for minority- and women-owned firms to access airport contracting opportunities that had been closed to them. In March 2025, Trump signed an executive order to eliminate the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the only federal agency created specifically to support the growth of minority-owned businesses. The Members wrote: “For decades, the federal government has recognized a simple truth: equal opportunity cannot exist where equal access has never been granted. From the Small Business Act of 1953 to the establishment of… | 1 | 2026-05-06T06:05:57Z | 2026-05-06T06:07:49Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/2026/05/04/mcbath-announces-winners-of-the-2026-congressional-art-competition/ | McBath Announces Winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition | 2026-05-04 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | McBath Encourages Georgians to Prepare for Severe Weather Atlanta, GA — With the arrival of severe weather threats during the summer months, Rep. Lucy McBath is... Rep. Lucy McBath Receives 2026 Democracy Award for Best of Bipartisan Collaboration Atlanta, GA — Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and her office have received the 2026 Democracy Award for “Best... McBath Hosts Town Hall Event with 8,100 Participants During Gun Violence Prevention & Awareness Month Washington, DC — Last night, U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) hosted an interactive Telephone Town Hall event... McBath, Democratic Women’s Caucus, Thompson, Dingell Highlight Domestic Violence Solutions During Gun Violence Prevention Month Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (D‑GA‑06), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Crime Subcommittee... The Hill: Georgia Democrat renews push for federal red flag law By Max Rego The Hill Rep. Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) on Tuesday renewed her push for legislation expanding red... Crime Subcommittee Ranking Member McBath Hosts Spotlight Hearing on Gun Violence Prevention Washington, DC – Today, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Crime Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) hosted a Spotlight... McBath, Merkley Lead Bipartisan Bill to Tackle Child Care Workforce Shortage Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon) led... McBath, Warren, 70+ Lawmakers Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Address Maternal Health Risks During Public Health Emergencies Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) joined Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and... Atlanta News First: Georgia lawmakers press DOJ for details on subpoena for Fulton County election worker information ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Georgia’s two U.S. senators and congressmembers representing Fulton County want... USA Today: Double amputee in Georgia ICE detention shares horrifying story of centers By Irene Wright NORCROSS, GA (USA Today) – "Hey, everybody. I'm grateful to be here." Rod… | 1 | 2026-06-18T06:41:00Z | 2026-06-18T06:43:25Z |
| https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=5C1B217F-9070-4C22-A9E1-4B50D892C913 | McBath Announces Winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition | 2026-05-04 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Lucy McBath | M001208 | mcbath.house.gov | mcbath | https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | Atlanta, GA — This weekend, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) hosted students and their families at the Cultural Arts Council Douglasville for her 2026 Sixth District Congressional Art Competition reception and awards ceremony. During the event, she announced the top 3 winners for this year’s competition. “I am so proud of how well-represented our entire district was in this competition,” McBath said. “It is a joy each year to celebrate the talent and creativity on display by young people in our community. I give thanks to their parents and teachers who helped inspire a love of the arts at such a young age. Congratulations to our winners and to all our competing students!” This year’s competition received 25 submissions from 10 high schools across Georgia’s Sixth Congressional District. Schools represented in the competition were Atlanta Classical Academy, Atlanta International School, Chapel Hill High School, Creekside High School, Douglas County High School, The Galloway School, McEachern High School, New Manchester High School, North Atlanta High School, and Woodward Academy. A digital gallery of all 25 submissions can be viewed on McBath’s website at https://mcbath.house.gov/art-competition. The winners of the Sixth District 2026 Congressional Art Competition are: Third Place: Amya Newell, Crossandra (McEachern High School) Second Place: Tim Wang, Still Face (Woodward Academy) First Place: Sarah Vinnik, Out of The Moment (North Atlanta High School) Pictured above: Rep. McBath with competing students at Saturday’s competition Pictured above from left to right: Amya Newell, Rep. McBath, Tim Wang, and Sarah Vinnik The first-place winner of the competition will have their work displayed in the Cannon Tunnel at the U.S. Capitol. The second-place winner will have their work displayed in Rep. McBath’s Washington, D.C. office. The third-place winner will have their work displayed in Rep. McBath’s Atlanta district office. | 1 | 2026-05-05T05:58:12Z | 2026-05-05T05:59:44Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-condemns-the-prosecution-of-southern-poverty-law-center | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Condemns the Prosecution of Southern Poverty Law Center | 2026-05-04 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) led 16 other members of Congress in condemning the Department of Justice for its prosecution efforts of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). On Tuesday, April 21, the Department of Justice sought and obtained an indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center on 11 counts of wire and bank fraud. The indictment that the Department of Justice sought was a troubling escalation of the attacks on non-profits, educational institutions and law firms, an ever expanding enemies list. The Members wrote: “The prosecution efforts of your Justice Department are troubling, sinister, and suspect. We condemn these efforts in the strongest possible terms and will not allow the Department of Justice to dismantle civil rights organizations while simultaneously abdicating your civil rights responsibilities.” “The Department of Justice is weaponizing its powers to weaken the Southern Poverty Law Center and the entire infrastructure of civil rights advocacy. Your attack on the Southern Poverty Law Center began last year when the Department of Justice completely severed its relationship with the Southern Poverty Law Center, a relationship going back decades. Now, your indictment represents a dangerous departure from anti-white supremacist work that Department of Justice has pursued for decades and that Southern Poverty Law Center conducts to protect our communities.” “This indictment not only impacts the efficacy and operation of the Southern Poverty Law Center; it also sends a chilling message to other civil rights organizations. As the Trump Administration continues to implement policies which limit and curtail the fundamental rights of Americans. The message is clear:if you stand up against your administration’s civil rights abuses, then you will endanger your tax-exempt status, and come under legal fire.” In addition, the Members demanded answers to the following questions: What is the history and practice of the FBI using paid informants in its investigations? … | 1 | 2026-05-05T05:58:12Z | 2026-05-05T05:59:44Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-republican-farm-bill | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on Republican Farm Bill | 2026-05-02 | 2026 | 2026-05 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement in regards to voting NO to the Republican-led Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567): Congresswoman Nikema Williams said: “The Republican Farm Bill ignores the millions of working families struggling to keep food on the table—the kids going to school hungry and the parents skipping meals to afford healthcare. It also leaves our 1890 land-grant HBCUs stuck with stagnant funding, even as inflation drives up costs and demand for their services grows. These institutions are pillars of education, research, and opportunity in our communities, and they deserve real investment—not neglect. As Trump’s trade war, tariffs, and inaction on affordability strain family budgets, Republicans are choosing to cut SNAP benefits that keep people fed while shortchanging the very institutions that help communities build a path forward.” | 1 | 2026-05-03T06:05:54Z | 2026-05-03T06:07:11Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-voting-against-mass-surveillance | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on Voting Against Mass Surveillance | 2026-04-30 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement in regards to voting NO to the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: Congresswoman Nikema Williams said: “Mass surveillance is a civil rights issue. This Administration has shown little interest in protecting the civil and Constitutional rights of the American people, and this legislation only makes matters worse. It lacks meaningful warrant requirements and judicial oversight, effectively asking the very agencies with a history of abuse to police themselves. That is not accountability. Congress must establish real guardrails to address the growing risks of over-surveillance. We cannot protect our freedoms by chipping away at our privacy. Our fundamental rights should never be sacrificed under the guise of national security. The American people deserve transparency, accountability, and enforceable safeguards—not expanded government surveillance. That’s why I voted no on the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.” | 1 | 2026-05-01T06:06:26Z | 2026-05-01T06:08:22Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-statement-on-supreme-courts-gutting-of-voting-rights-act | Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement on Supreme Court’s Gutting of Voting Rights Act | 2026-04-29 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement in reaction to the Supreme Court’s ruling on Louisiana v Callais: Congresswoman Nikema Williams said: “The Supreme Court’s decision is another step away from the promise of equal representation under the Voting Rights Act. This decision weakens the voting power of Black Americans and is a direct attack on Black representation in Congress. It’s clear that Republicans, carrying the water for Donald Trump, are doing anything possible to take power while gutting the voting power of millions of Americans who would hold them accountable. We have fought this before, and we will fight this again to protect our fundamental right to vote and elect leaders who truly represent us.” | 1 | 2026-04-30T06:05:15Z | 2026-04-30T06:07:09Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-bishop-statement-on-supreme-court-decision-destroying-the-voting-rights-act | Congressman Bishop Statement on Supreme Court Decision Destroying the Voting Rights Act | 2026-04-29 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) issued the following statement in response to today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais, which erodes Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965: “The price of freedom is truly eternal vigilance. Today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision is the latest in a line of decisions which has decimated the Voting Rights Act and left it a shell of the landmark legislative achievement of the Civil Rights Movement. This decision ignores our country’s history of racism and reopens the door to Jim Crow era, undemocratic tactics that suppressed and denied power to minority voters and communities. “Nonetheless, we shall not be moved, and I will not be deterred. I will continue to use the democratic process to fight for free and fair elections and do all I can to strengthen democratic safeguards. “Congress should pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, forthwith. As John Lewis, my dear friend and colleague, once said, ‘the right to vote is precious, almost sacred. It is the most powerful nonviolent tool or instrument in a democratic society. We must use it.’” ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:19:40Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-hank-johnsons-statement-supreme-court-decision-eviscerating | CONGRESSMAN HANK JOHNSON'S STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION EVISCERATING THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT | 2026-04-29 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts Ranking Member Johnson released the following statement: WASHINGTON, D.C. – "Today’s 6 to 3 MAGA Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v Callais hurtles the precept of democracy for all backwards, in the same way as the equally egregious 1896 Louisiana case of Plessy v. Ferguson, which legalized Jim Crow racism. Today’s throwback decision legalizes Jim Crow 2.0 and is a devastating blow to the voting rights of Black people, and to American democracy itself. In the words of the immortal John Lewis -- 'we must get out and vote like our lives depended on it.' " ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:19:40Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-hosts-2026-fighting-fifth-congressional-art-competition | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Hosts 2026 Fighting Fifth Congressional Art Competition | 2026-04-27 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | ATLANTA, GA – This weekend, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) joined high school students from across the Fifth Congressional District of Georgia, their families, art professionals and teachers, and elected officials to celebrate the participants of the 2026 Fighting Fifth Congressional District Art Competition and award this year’s winners. The Congresswoman also presented the Janke Studio with a Congressional Proclamation recognizing them as a powerful example of how Atlanta cultivates creativity, builds community, and influences culture on every level. The awards recognized were People’s Choice, Staff Choice, Carter’s Choice, 3rd Place, 2nd Place, and 1st Place. The winners were: First Place: “Destined for Greatness” by Mariyah Thompson, Frederick Douglass High School Second Place: “The Future Is In Your Hands” by Madison Brown, Maynard Jackson High School Third Place: “Origains” by Amina Jabbi, Benjamin E. Mays High School Carter’s Choice: “2 Face” by Jayden Lawless, Benjamin E. Mays High School, & “Vermilion Bush” by DaShaun Tucker, Riverdale High School Staff Choice: “Affliction” by Ashton Grakoui, C&H Art Studio People’s Choice: “The Future Is In Your Hands” by Madison Brown, Maynard Jackson High School 2026 Fighting Fifth Congressional Art Competition first place winner, “Destined for Greatness” by Mariyah Thompson, Frederick Douglass High School Second place winner and People’s Choice award winner, “The Future Is In Your Hands” by Madison Brown, Maynard Jackson High School Third place winner, “Origains” by Amina Jabbi, Benjamin E. Mays High School Carter’s Choice winner, “2 Face” by Jayden Lawless, Benjamin E. Mays High School, & “Vermilion Bush” by DaShaun Tucker, Riverdale High School Staff Choice winner, “Affliction” by Ashton Grakoui, C&H Art Studio Congresswoman Nikema Williams with the art competition winners and participants and their families. Congresswoman Nikema Williams with the 2026 Congressional Art Competition Committee. | 1 | 2026-04-28T06:05:12Z | 2026-04-28T06:07:17Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/congresswoman-nikema-williams-introduces-the-wise-act-to-permanently-fund-clean-water-projects-2 | Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces the WISE Act to Permanently Fund Clean Water Projects | 2026-04-22 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Water Infrastructure Sustainability and Efficiency (WISE) Act. The bill will permanently set aside 20 percent of the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for environmentally friendly water infrastructure projects. The Clean Water State Revolving Fund provides states with funds for water quality projects at the state and local level and is the largest source of federal financing for clean water infrastructure projects. Congresswoman Williams introduced similar legislation in the 117th and 118th Congress. Congresswoman Emilia Strong Sykes (OH-13) is co-leading introduction of the WISE Act. Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “Environmental justice means clean water for all. However, in too many communities, neglected infrastructure leads to unsafe water that puts people’s health and future at risk. No family should have to worry about what’s coming out of their tap. I’m committed to investing in modern, resilient infrastructure and ensuring safe, affordable water so everyone can live healthy, thriving lives—no matter their ZIP code or bank account.” “All Ohioans deserve access to clean water, but our aging infrastructure threatens the health and safety of our communities,” said Rep. Sykes. “The WISE Act will build upon the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s historic investments to strengthen our water systems by ensuring critical funding from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund is used to build resilient water infrastructure that safeguards our environment. As the Vice Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment on the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, I am proud to support innovative efforts like these that improve the quality of our water and environment.” The WISE Act is supported by numerous environmental organizations including the American Society of Landscape Architects, the Alliance for Water Efficiency, the Water Environment Federation, and the National Wildlife Federation. Torey Carter-C… | 1 | 2026-04-23T05:48:52Z | 2026-04-23T05:50:10Z |
| https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/posts/honoring-the-life-and-legacy-of-congressman-david-scott | Honoring the Life and Legacy of Congressman David Scott | 2026-04-22 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Nikema Williams | W000788 | nikemawilliams.house.gov | nikemawilliams | https://nikemawilliams.house.gov/press | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement on the passing of Congressman David Scott (GA-13). Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing of my colleague, Congressman David Scott. He devoted his life to public service and never wavered in his commitment to lifting up the voices of those in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District and communities across our state and country. As the first Black Chair of the House Agriculture Committee in the United States House of Representatives, he leaves a legacy of working to expand our agricultural sector, make food more affordable, ending hunger and supporting our nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Throughout my career, I had the privilege of working alongside him—from my days at Planned Parenthood to the Democratic Party to serving together on the House Financial Services Committee. He was always generous with his time, steady in his support, and committed to our shared mission to serve the people of Georgia. Leslie, Carter, and I are keeping Congressman Scott’s entire family, especially his wife of 57 years, Mrs. Alfredia Aaron Scott, friends, staff, and constituents in our prayers as we mourn this loss and honor his remarkable legacy of service to Georgia and beyond.” | 1 | 2026-04-23T05:48:52Z | 2026-04-23T05:50:10Z |
| https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-bishop-mourns-passing-of-friend-colleague-rep-david-scott | Rep. Bishop Mourns Passing of Friend & Colleague, Rep. David Scott | 2026-04-22 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | B000490 | bishop.house.gov | bishop | https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), led the U.S. House of Representatives in a moment of silence following the passing of Congressman David Scott (GA-13). Following the moment of silence, he released this statement: “David and I served side by side for decades — first in the Georgia General Assembly and later together in the United States House of Representatives. More so, we shared a friendship rooted in faith, family, and a deep commitment to the people we represent. I have known David and his family for many years. My wife, Vivian, and I join countless Georgians in mourning his loss and in holding his loved ones close. “As a leader on the House Agriculture Committee, David’s voice was both steady and compassionate. It was particularly poignant when, in 2020, he became the first African-American chair of that committee — a historic moment that reflected his years of principled leadership. He used that platform to fight for 1890 land‑grant institutions and disadvantaged farmers who too often have been left behind, working tirelessly to secure resources for the agricultural producers, rural communities, and nutrition programs that sustain our state and our nation. “David’s devotion to the larger agricultural community — from small family farms across Georgia to cooperative extension and HBCU researchers — was personal and persistent. He understood that the health of our farms, the dignity of our workers, and the nourishment of our people are bound together, and he labored each day to translate that understanding into results. “To Alfredia, his children, grandchildren, and all who loved him: words cannot fully express our sorrow. We will honor David’s memory by continuing the work he loved — by standing with our farmers, defending nutrition programs, and fighting for opportunity for all. “May God comfort his family and may David rest in peace.” ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:19:40Z |
| https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-passing-congressman-david-scott | Congressman Johnson on the Passing of Congressman David Scott | 2026-04-22 | 2026 | 2026-04 | Democrat | House | GA | Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | J000288 | hankjohnson.house.gov | hankjohnson | https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Congressman Hank Johnson released the following statement: WASHINGTON, D.C. -- “I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my dear friend and colleague, David Scott. He was a man of deep faith who constantly studied the Bible, but he was never pompous and was simply a regular guy. When I came to Congress, he took me under his wing, showed me the ropes, and offered me some guidance that I have carried with me and tried to follow. He was a good man, and I will miss him. My and Mereda’s prayers are with David’s wife Alfredia, his daughters Dayna and Marcye, and the entire family and staff during this difficult time.” ### | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:19:40Z |
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