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https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3564 Bill to Help Non-Profit Organizations Goes to President Trumps Desk to be Signed 2020-12-31 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga) issued the following statement after the Senate and House of Representatives passed his bill, the Building Up Independent Lives and Dreams (BUILD) Act: share: f t Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga) issued the following statement after the Senate and House of Representatives passed his bill, the Building Up Independent Lives and Dreams (BUILD) Act:It's great to see the BUILD Act on its way to the president's desk to be signed into law. The bipartisan support for this bill was overwhelming; and it's clear that many of my colleagues agree we should make it easier for charitable organizations to help those in need. This bill is a major help for non-profits, like Habitat for Humanity, which provide low-cost housing for needy families. The BUILD Act cuts government red-tape by reducing some of the overly burdensome regulations placed on charities through the Dodd-Frank Act. The difficulty and cost of compliance has been too much for some non-profits, causing them to spend more time doing regulatory paperwork and less time fulfilling their missions. The BUILD Act recognizes that these non-profit organizations operate under different business models than traditional financial institutions, and provides a simpler method for providing mortgage disclosures. Summary of the BUILD Act (S. 371): Allows Habitat for Humanity affiliates, and similar organizations, to choose whether to use the TRID loan estimate and closing disclosure form or use the less complex GFE, HUD-1, and TILA forms. You can view the text of this legislation by HERE. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3565 Rep. Loudermilk to Object to Georgia Electors in U.S. House of Representatives 2020-12-31 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga) issued the following statement regarding the November 3rd election, and the certification of the electors for the Presidential election in the U.S. House on January 6, 2021:"Since the November 3rd election, I have received numerous reports of election irregularities, mismanagement of the election system, and multiple incidents of voter fraud. While contacting voters who needed to cure their absentee ballots just after the election, I and my team heard from several voters who reported that when they went to vote on Election Day, they were told they had already voted absentee, though they had not. Two weeks before the election, I received credible information that a Georgia-based non-profit group was actively calling residents of other states and encouraging them to register as Georgia voters. I reported this information, and the contact for my source, to the Georgia Secretary of State. Two weeks after the election, I found out that the informant had never been contacted by the Secretary of State's office. "Over the past several weeks, I have been in contact with members of the Georgia General Assembly who have conducted hearings on potential voter fraud in the November general election. I have received hundreds of testimonies, affidavits, and witness accounts of voting irregularities, lack of ballot accountability, and violations of state election law. While I am fully supportive of Governor Brian Kemp and how he is leading Georgia during these trying times, I do not believe the Governor's office, nor the Secretary of State, have adequately answered the most significant claims of voter fraud and election mismanagement made by several individuals and entities. "After weeks of researching Georgia's handling of the 2020 General Election, I have a reasonable and significant doubt that the electors selected to represent Georgia in the electoral college actually reflect the true will of the people of Georgia. Due to the many unanswered and credible charges of potential fraud, highly respec… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=66B4E161-F01B-492B-A314-B07DF4823BC4 Rep. Austin Scott Statement on FY21 NDAA 2020-12-30 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper TIFTON, GA – Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), released the below statement on his vote to override President Trump’s veto of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (FY21 NDAA), which authorizes spending for the Department of Defense. “The NDAA is one of the most important pieces of legislation our body passes each year, as it pays our warfighters and provides them with the resources they need to tackle their missions and return home safely. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee and as the grandson of a World War II POW, this is a task I take very seriously,” said Rep. Austin Scott. President Trump ultimately vetoed the measure due the package not addressing concerns over Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which created federal immunity for providers and users of social media companies and generally prevents them from being held liable for hosting content that someone else created. “While I believe the President is founded in his concerns over Section 230, it is in our nation’s best interest to pass the NDAA to deliver much-needed resources to our men and women in uniform, including a 3% pay raise and critical resources for installations like Robins and Moody Air Force Bases in Georgia’s Eighth District,” said. Rep. Scott. “Social media companies should be held accountable for their selective censorship and bias that in many cases impedes the First Amendment of American citizens, but this issue can and should be addressed separate from the defense bill. I look forward to working with my colleagues in Congress and President Trump to address this measure.” In November, Rep. Scott was chosen to serve on a conference committee which was charged with working through differences of the House and Senate versions of FY21 NDAA to comprise a final bill for passage. The final bill provided resources for Robins and Moody Air Forces Bases in Georgia’s Eighth District, as well as a 3% pay raise for troops and resources to… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=D5591622-5DC2-41BC-BDE5-CA8FB264B275 Rep. Lucy McBath Announces Winners of the 2020 Congressional App Challenge 2020-12-30 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-supports-cash-act-desperately-needed-relief Congressman Johnson Supports CASH Act, Desperately Needed Relief for Families 2020-12-28 2020 2020-12 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. — Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) returned to Washington this week to vote on a stand-alone bill to increase economic impact payments to $2,000 for Americans struggling during the pandemic. The bill passed the House 275-134 and now goes to the Senate. "There's a light at the end of the tunnel, but until we get there Americans struggling to pay rent, put food on the table and stay healthy need our help," said Rep. Johnson. "This money will go a long way in helping make people whole during this difficult time." House and Senate Democrats have repeatedly called for larger direct payments for the American people. Unfortunately, House and Senate Republicans have repeatedly rejected this proposal, both during negotiations on the omnibus package and on Christmas Eve, when they blocked an attempt to pass today's bill by unanimous consent. House Overrides Trump NDAA Veto The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has consistently been passed on a bipartisan, bicameral basis for 60 years – the President's reckless veto harms our troops, their families, and our veterans. It also blocks hazard pay for troops, stops a provision that renames confederate bases, and stymies new paid parental leave initiatives. "The House will do its part to protect the safety of our servicemembers and the security our Nation as we vote to override the President's veto," said Rep. Johnson. The House voted to reject the President's veto of the NDAA. It now heads to the Senate, which also must pass the veto override with a 2/3 or greater majority. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3563 Rep. Loudermilk Votes Against Veto Override of NDAA; Stands with the President 2020-12-28 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Loudermilk Votes Against Veto Override of NDAA; Stands with the President f t # e Washington, December 28, 2020 Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga) issued the following statement after he voted against the veto override of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021:I had some reservations with certain provisions in the NDAA; but, as a veteran, I felt responsible to ensure our national defense and military were properly funded, which is why I voted for the NDAA earlier this month. However, no one has a better pulse on the security of this nation and our military than the President of the United States, and I believe his objections to the bill are reasonable and intended to protect all Americans. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=8138A913-B822-4290-96D4-7E79A9816D22 McBath Votes to Approve CASH Act and Provide Needed Relief to American Families 2020-12-28 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=2712FC29-8533-4FBE-8AF2-40A7B8E0ECFE McBath Announces Service Academy Nominations 2020-12-23 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-secures-non-emergency-medical-transportation-for-medicaid-recipients BISHOP SECURES NON-EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION FOR MEDICAID RECIPIENTS 2020-12-22 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement after legislation to enshrine the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) benefit in the Medicaid law was included in the Fiscal Year 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act (H.R. 133): "The NEMT Medicaid benefit, which had been mandatory by regulation since 1966, was in danger of becoming optional under a Trump Administration regulation. Thousands of Medicaid patients in Georgia and across the nation who relied upon NEMT to transport them to and from health services such as dialysis and COVID-19 testing would have been placed at risk if the benefit had been eliminated. By codifying NEMT under the Medicaid statute, we can rest assured that the benefit will remain protected now and into the future." The NEMT provisions in the Fiscal Year 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act are substantially similar to those in the Protecting Patients Transportation to Care Act (H.R. 3935), which Congressman Bishop introduced with Representatives Buddy Carter (R-GA), Tony Cardenas (D-CA), and Tom Graves (R-GA). H.R. 3935 had been unanimously approved by the United States House of Representatives in September 2020. Medicaid NEMT provides over 100 million rides annually to medical appointments for Medicaid beneficiaries who do not have their own means of transportation. The benefit is used primarily by people with chronic conditions including end-stage renal disease, substance use disorder, and AIDS. These patients who depend on NEMT for access to life-sustaining medical services such as chemotherapy, dialysis, and medication-assisted addiction treatment. During the COVID-19 pandemic, NEMT providers also are repurposing their businesses to deliver meals, groceries, and medical supplies to beneficiaries who are at high risk of COVID-19 infection if they leave their homes. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://ferguson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3158 Ferguson Votes for Targeted COVID Relief 2020-12-22 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA A. Ferguson F000465 ferguson.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congressman Drew Ferguson (R-Ga.) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 133, the Consolidated Appropriations Act. This bill will provide approximately $900 billion for COVID relief of which $429 billion is repurposed from unused funds included in the CARES Act enacted in March. The bill also provides funding for the federal government for the remainder of the fiscal year within previously established budget caps.Led by Speaker Pelosi, Congressional Democrats have for months withheld relief from families and small businesses in desperate need of assistance. What we passed today was necessary to bring targeted relief to Americans during these unprecedented times. By reforming how rural health clinics are paid and giving rural hospitals the tools they need to thrive, this bill will significantly improve health care in rural and underserved areas. Urgently needed funding for rural hospitals and our children's hospitals as well as $8.75 billion for vaccine distribution was included. Operation Warp Speed has brought forth two safe and effective vaccines. The tools are now there for Americans to receive a vaccine if they feel it is right for them and their family. Another issue that is incredibly important to Georgians in the Third District is broadband. I am pleased that $300 million in funding for rural broadband was included which is urgently needed to ensure rural areas have access to telemedicine, mental health services, and the same economic, educational, and workforce opportunities as do those in urban and suburban areas. The relief package also appropriately includes over $280 billion in additional funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), which has been the lifeline for many small businesses throughout the pandemic. We fought for extending key tax provisions and reversed the ridiculous IRS ruling which would have prevented small businesses from deducting expenses paid with PPP loans. The intent of Congress was to help small businesses and their employees su… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-extends-hand-americans-struggling-pay-power-bills Congressman Johnson Extends Hand to Americans Struggling to Pay Power Bills 2020-12-22 2020 2020-12 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. — Congressman Hank Johnson's (D-GA) Preventing Termination of Utility Services in Bankruptcy Act became law today when it passed both Houses of Congress and was expected to be signed by the president as part of the 2021 Omnibus spending package. The bill, which Congressman Johnson took over from retiring Congressman Conyers in 2018, would end the practice of utility companies forcing individuals to pay additional assurances simply because they have filed for bankruptcy. Amidst a worsening winter pandemic with millions of Americans struggling to pay rent, bills and put food on the table, Rep. Johnson's bill protects consumers from having to pay additional fees to keep their lights on and ensures that they are less likely to have their utilities suspended. Millions of low-income Americans and seniors across the United States struggle to pay their utilities and some even have their electricity shut off during the coldest time of the year. Lack of access to electricity presents serious health concerns, including heat stroke, dehydration, and hypothermia. "People are really hurting out here and during these cold winter months, with a pandemic expected to grow worse before things get better, the least we can do as lawmakers is protect people from getting their power cut off just because they're in bankruptcy," said Johnson. "Attempts by utility companies to extract additional fees from customers in bankruptcy endangers Americans, particularly in the summer and winter months. This practice needs to end." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnsons-bipartisan-bicameral-trademark-modernization-act Congressman Johnson’s Bipartisan, Bicameral Trademark Modernization Act Becomes Law 2020-12-22 2020 2020-12 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. — Congressman Hank Johnson's (D-GA) Trademark Modernization (TM) Act of 2020 (H.R. 6196/S. 3449), bipartisan, bicameral legislation to give the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office tools to address recent significant increases in fraudulent trademark filings became law today when it passed both Houses of Congress and was expected to be signed by the president as part of the 2021 Omnibus spending package. The bill was introduced in March along with Congressman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), Congressman Doug Collins (R-GA) and Congresswoman Martha Roby (R-AL), and Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Senator Chris Coons (D-DE). In particular, the bill provides options to combat an influx of trademark applications from China that rely on doctored photographs to procure trademark registrations. The TM Act would also help to ensure that in trademark infringement cases, courts issue appropriate remedies to ensure that confusingly similar trademarks do not remain in the marketplace, because that can undermine a core function of the trademark system—to help ensure that customers can look at a trademark and reliably know who is selling them a given good or service. "The Trademark Modernization Act is the first significant update to U.S. trademark laws in some time," said Congressman Johnson (GA). "The Lanham Act was enacted in 1946. It is critical that we update the law to respond to contemporary concerns when they arise." "Consumers and brand owners rely on trademark laws for confidence in the products they buy and sell. I am pleased to have worked with Representatives Nadler, Collins, and Roby, and Senators Tillis and Coons on this bi-partisan effort to combat fraud in the trademark system, and to ensure that brand owners and consumers are properly protected under the law," said Congressman Johnson. "Consumers rely on trademarks to purchase products and services from sources they trust," said Sen. Chris Coons (DE). "I am concerned that the recent flood of fraudulent trademark filings, many of which originate in Chi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4579 Rep. Allen: Relief Is On The Way 2020-12-21 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Rick Allen A000372 allen.house.gov     legacy Rep. Allen: Relief Is On The Way f t # e Washington, December 21, 2020 Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today released the following statement after voting in support of the Bipartisan-Bicameral Omnibus & COVID Relief Deal: After months of unnecessary delay from Congressional Democrats who put partisan, presidential politics over the American people, COVID-19 relief is finally on its way to workers and families. As our nation continues to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic and Americans are hurting by no fault of their own, I continue to prioritize targeted relief for small businesses, making Operation Warp Speed vaccines widely available, and reopening our schools and the economy. While the package is far from perfect and I am irritated by this entire process, it delivers on these urgent goals while denying the Democrats' liberal wish list demands like direct payments for illegal immigrants and federal prisoner release. The COVID-19 relief package utilizes unused PPP funds to continue helping small businesses and workers, and additionally rescinds $429 billion in unused funding that could have gone to blue state bailouts. The net total is approximately $325 billion a fraction compared to Speaker Pelosi's $3.4 trillion Heroes 1 and $2.4 trillion Heroes 2 packages. Highlights of the COVID-19 relief package: Providing Small Business Relief Provides over $280 billion to reopen and strengthen the Paycheck Protection Program Creates a simplified PPP loan forgiveness application for loans under $150,000 dollars Allows employers to deduct PPP related businesses expenses Extends the repayment period of deferred payroll taxes through December 31, 2021. Penalties and interest on deferred unpaid tax liability will not accrue until January 1, 2022. … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=891D7D4C-000A-469C-AC64-F9977957F7CF Rep. Austin Scott Votes for Extended COVID-19 Relief for Small Businesses, Georgia Families 2020-12-21 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC ­– Today, Representatives Austin Scott (GA-08) released the below statement upon House passage of the Bipartisan-Bicameral Omnibus and COVID Relief Deal, which will provide extended relief for Georgia families and small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19. “After months of needless waiting, the American people can rest a little easier knowing that extended COVID-19 relief is on the way. This legislative package, which includes money for routine government operations as well as extended COVID-19 relief, is a bipartisan-bicameral compromise that meets many Republican priorities to help American families, small businesses, and states continue to combat COVID-19 and get our economy back on track. While not perfect, I’m satisfied with the package and will continue to work to provide resources for those struggling with the impacts of the virus,” said Rep. Austin Scott. This COVID-19 relief package is approximately $900 billion, or a net of approximately $325 billion after rescinding $429 billion in Federal Reserve 13(3) authority and repurposing unused Paycheck Protection Program funds, compared to the $3.3 trillion spending in Heroes 1 (H.R. 6800) and $2.4 trillion in Heroes 2 (H.R. 925). Key COVID-19 relief provisions: Small Business Relief: Extends the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and adds deductibility for PPP expenses Gives businesses experiencing severe revenue reductions an opportunity to apply for a second draw PPP loan Includes 501(c)(6) organizations but excludes unions from eligibility $15 billion in funding for entertainment venues, movie theaters, and museums that are experiencing significant revenue loss Codifies federal rules that ensure churches and faith-based organizations are eligible for PPP loans Vaccine Assistance: $20 billion for purchase of vaccines that will make the vaccine available at no charge for anyone who needs it $8 billion for vaccine distribution $20 billion to assist states with testing $20 billion distribution from existing provider relief fu… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-calls-for-more-covid-19-relief-says-to-do-nothing-is-a-dereliction-of-duty BISHOP CALLS FOR MORE COVID-19 RELIEF—SAYS TO DO NOTHING IS A DERELICTION OF DUTY 2020-12-21 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement regarding the passage of H.R. 133, the emergency COVID-19 relief and the FY21 funding bill by the full U.S House of Representatives: "Georgia is long overdue for more COVID-19 relief, which is why I supported this bill even though I think it does not provide sufficient direct payments, unemployment benefits, or funding for state, local, and tribal governments. In the House, we passed the Heroes Act in two different forms in hopes the Senate Majority Leader would understand the urgency of more aid for the American people. Unfortunately, he rejected our bills containing $1200 direct payments, $600 per week unemployment benefits, and $436 billion for state, local, and tribal governments—and instead sought to protect the ultra-wealthy and hang working families out to dry. "It is unacceptable and heartless. However insufficient I find this relief proposal; it is still better than nothing. If it had been up to the Senate Republicans, Georgians would have received nothing. People are struggling more now than at the beginning of this pandemic—to do nothing is a dereliction of duty. "In the House, we continued to fight for Americans everywhere who continue to struggle through this pandemic. We were able to negotiate $600 direct payments, $300 weekly unemployment payments, increased nutrition assistance, rental assistance, and an extension of the eviction moratorium. The bill replenishes the Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses and recognizes we will not be able to revive our economy until we get this virus under control. This bill will accelerate free vaccine distribution to as many Americans as soon as possible, as well as increase testing and tracing efforts so we can finally crush the virus. "Though I am critical of the COVID-19 relief, I am very pleased with the FY … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=5CCDDFDD-417B-4511-8498-4A0E2D0773D1 McBath Votes to Pass COVID-19 Relief and Government Funding Package 2020-12-21 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-hopeful-moderna-vaccine-holds-promise-for-rural-america BISHOP HOPEFUL MODERNA VACCINE HOLDS PROMISE FOR RURAL AMERICA 2020-12-19 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement after receiving a briefing from FDA Commissioner Hahn and the Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, Dr. Peter Marks, on the details of FDA‘s efforts so far to review and authorize vaccines to prevent COVID-19: "I am very encouraged by the information I received from Commissioner Hahn and Dr. Marks about the two highly effective COVID-19 vaccines approved by the FDA. The Moderna vaccine seems to hold promise for rural areas that make up much of the 2nd Congressional District and our nation. Unlike the Pfizer vaccine, the Moderna vaccine can be stored in standard freezers for up to 30 days once it arrives at its destination. I am hopeful this will make it quicker for every American, regardless of their zip code, to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. "The FDA has worked around the clock to apply its rigorous safety standards to authorize numerous diagnostic tests, therapeutics, and now vaccines. I am proud to be in a position to provide the FDA the funding it needs to continue this fight and ensure they have the necessary tools to review future vaccine applications so we can crush the virus, restart the economy, and put this pandemic behind us." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=F4C6C8CB-432B-41A1-AA8A-B15C91C92EE3 Bipartisan Legislation to Support Child Care Providers, Led By McBath, To Become Law 2020-12-19 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-receives-first-dose-of-covid-19-vaccine BISHOP RECEIVES FIRST DOSE OF COVID-19 VACCINE 2020-12-18 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) released the following statement after receiving the first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine: "Today, I received my first dosage of the COVID-19 vaccine in compliance with government continuity guidelines. Additionally, because of my age and cancer remission, I am considered high risk should I contract the virus and am fortunate to be among the first to get the vaccine. "I understand many people are skeptical and uncertain, particularly communities of color where there is a long history of nonconsensual experiments and other horrors conducted by medical providers. Please know that I trust the incredibly talented and culturally diverse scientists who created, developed, and evaluated this vaccine. I received it without any reservations whatsoever. The vaccine is 95% effective after both doses and the reported side effects are minimal, especially compared to the terrible effects of the COVID-19 virus. "This virus has devastated our nation with a disproportionate impact on communities of color. With widespread vaccinations and following the CDC COVID-19 guidelines we can crush the virus, restart the economy, and put this pandemic behind us." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6256 Oglethorpe County Resident Receives Hice Headliner Award 2020-12-18 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Jody Hice H001071 hice.house.gov     legacy Oglethorpe County Resident Receives Hice Headliner Award f t # e Monroe, GA, December 18, 2020 Monroe, GA In this week's edition of his email newsletter, Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) honored Dee Pelewski, the director of the Oglethorpe County Senior Citizen Center, as the Hice Headliner for the month of December. Each month, Congressman Hice recognizes one outstanding local citizen who goes above and beyond to help their neighbors and strengthen our community. I'm grateful for people like Dee Pelewski who provide seniors with meals, activities, transportation, and other important services, said Congressman Hice. While she gladly serves throughout the year, this Christmas season, Dee and volunteers go the extra mile to deliver gifts to each member of the Oglethorpe County Senior Center. Thank you, Dee, for working long hours and driving countless miles on rural roads to ensure that seniors are cared for. You're making Christmas a little merrier for many in our community. To nominate an outstanding individual who is making a positive impact in your community, please send an email toJessica.Hayes@mail.house.gov. ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-bishop-bill-to-make-carter-historic-site-a-national-historical-park HOUSE PASSES BISHOP BILL TO MAKE CARTER HISTORIC SITE A NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK 2020-12-17 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) released the following statement after the full U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 5472, the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park Resignation Act. Congressman Bishop is the original sponsor of H.R. 5472 and the bill is supported by the entire Georgia delegation: "I am very pleased the House passed our bill to make the Jimmy Carter National Historic Site the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park. President Carter has spent his life making Plains, Georgia, and America a better place for all and it is fitting that we honor him with this change. The Jimmy Carter National Historical Park will increase tourism in Plains for many years to come, as President and Mrs. Carter desire. I urge the Senate to bring this bill to the floor for a vote so we can send it to the President's desk to sign into law." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=8674FDF8-C15F-4FCD-B8E5-D53DF2F3EC24 McBath, Cline Bill Encouraging Humanitarian Innovation to Become Law 2020-12-17 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6245 Rep. Hice & House GOP Oversight: Restore American Confidence, Investigate Election Irregularities 2020-12-16 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Jody Hice H001071 hice.house.gov     legacy Rep. Hice & House GOP Oversight: Restore American Confidence, Investigate Election Irregularities f t # e Washington, D.C., December 16, 2020 Subcommittee on Government Operations Ranking Member Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA) led the following letter from Oversight Committee Republicans requesting a briefing on voter fraud and election irregularities from Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. Millions of Americans have lost faith in the integrity of our elections, and that is especially true in my home state of Georgia. Unfortunately, to date, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has largely dismissed these legitimate concerns, asserting that the November election was the most secure in history' while simultaneously saying his office is investigating more than 250 cases of potential wrongdoing,said Congressman Hice. The pathway to restoring America's confidence in our elections is through total transparency and aggressively investigating all reports of fraud and irregularities. My colleagues and I on the House Committee on Oversight and Reform are presenting Secretary Raffensperger with the opportunity to explain his actions and inaction to the American people, and reassure the nation that the two upcoming Senate runoffs in Georgia will be secure from fraud. To read the letter, click here. ## f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3559 Rep. Loudermilk Quarantining with COVID-19 2020-12-15 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Loudermilk Quarantining with COVID-19 f t # e Washington, December 15, 2020 Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA)was tested late last week, after finding out he had come in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19. He tested positive and is currently quarantining. He has issued the following statement:I'm quarantiningat home in Georgia,withmild symptoms, but I look forward togetting back to my full legislative duties as soon as possible. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=A94BD16E-83C3-4BB3-A875-50D51AB847FF Rep. Austin Scott Leads Push to Protect American Blueberry Growers 2020-12-11 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC ­– Today, Representatives Austin Scott (R-GA-08) and Al Lawson (D-FL-05) led several of their colleagues in sending a letter to the International Trade Commission (ITC) voicing support for a Section 201 safeguard investigation for the U.S. blueberry industry currently before the ITC. The members contend that extremely low pricing on rising imports during U.S. harvest periods have had a devastating impact on the domestic industry and request a prompt determination in the Section 201 case. “Thousands of workers across the country have been laid off or not rehired. Scores of blueberry growers have gone out of business causing hardship on family farmers, economic harm to providers of packing and freezing services, and damage to the growers’ local communities and tax bases. Grower profits have declined or vanished as prices have plummeted and blueberries have been left on bushes because it is uneconomic to harvest. In short, the effects of the import surge have been and remain devastating to the domestic blueberry industry,” wrote the Members. “As the Commission develops the evidentiary record in this case, it will be clear that imports are a substantial cause of serious injury to the domestic blueberry industry. We urge the Commission to promptly make an affirmative determination in this regard.” In addition to the co-signers, the American Blueberry Growers Association and American Farm Bureau Federation support today’s letter. Below is the text of the letter. You can also click here to read the letter. December 11, 2020 U.S. International Trade Commission 500 E Street, SW Washington, DC 20436 RE: Investigation No. TA-201-77 (Fresh, Chilled, and Frozen Blueberries) Dear Chairman Kearns and Commissioners: We write to express our support for the Commission’s ongoing Section 201 investigation regarding fresh, chilled, and frozen blueberries. The significant surge of imports of blueberries in recent years, the timing of such imports during U.S. harvest periods, the extremely low pricing of the im… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B6457815-202F-47F2-9E02-ECE99D642E4B Rep. Austin Scott Fights for COVID-19 Tax Relief for Small Businesses 2020-12-10 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper TIFTON, GA ­– Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) joined several of his colleagues in sending a bipartisan letter yesterday urging House leadership to ensure small businesses who utilized the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) are able to claim normal business expense deductions. Following the sending of the letter, Rep. Scott released the below comment: “PPP has been a lifeline for millions of American small business owners and their employees, including many in Georgia. If Congressional leadership doesn’t include a substantive fix soon, small businesses who have been struggling to keep their doors open during the COVID-19 pandemic are estimated to pay over $120 billion in taxes on forgivable PPP loans. Any end-of-year legislation should include provisions that allow small businesses who participated in the Paycheck Protection Program to deduct necessary business expenses as Congress intended in the CARES Act. Without this change, I fear many more American small businesses could close for good, impacting our national, state, and local economies for years to come,” said Rep. Austin Scott. Below is the text of the letter. You can also click here to read the letter. December 9, 2020 The Honorable Nancy Pelosi The Honorable Kevin McCarthy Speaker of the House Minority Leader U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives H-232, U.S. Capitol H-204, U.S. Capitol The Honorable Steny Hoyer The Honorable Steve Scalise Majority Leader Minority Whip U.S. House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives H-107, U.S. Capitol H-148, U.S. Capitol Dear Speaker Pelosi, Leader McCarthy, Leader Hoyer, and Whip Scalise, Thank you for your continued efforts to provide assistance to the American people through these challenging times. As we continue working on additional coronavirus assistance measures, we want to bring your attention to an important issue affecting small businesses across the United States and ask for your help in providing much-needed relief. O… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7734 Carter, Bishop, Fleischmann Encourage LG Chem and SK Innovation to Seek Resolution to Electric Vehicle Battery Trade Dispute 2020-12-10 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Representative Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.), along with Representatives Sanford Bishop (D-Ga.) and Chuck Fleischmann (R-Tn.) are encouraging LG Chem and SK Innovation to "find a workable, amicable and accountable resolution" to their electric vehicle battery trade dispute. A letter was sent in light of the U.S. ITC having determined today to extend the target date for completion of the investigation to February 10, 2021.The letter notes that through their considerable foreign direct investments throughout the United States, both "LG Chem and SK Innovation have contributed significantly to U.S. economic growth, high wage job creation, and green technology development as well as local community impact." It also further points out that "a potential adverse ruling to either of the two companies by the ITC will have a known negative impact on the U.S. economy and an adverse effect on the public interest." "In Georgia, SK has invested $2.58 billion in battery facilities that will employ more than 2,500 Georgians. In Michigan, Ford seeks to utilize SK Innovation's EV batteries for its iconic F-Series electric pickup trucks to be produced in Dearborn. A disruption in their EV battery supply would only serve to harm the U.S. workers on those assembly and production lines and further delay introduction of its model line. Like Ford, Volkswagen is planning to use SK Innovation's batteries for use in its new ID.4 Battery Electric Vehicle that goes on sale in 2022. Volkswagen invested $800 million in a new production line for this vehicle, and a disruption would harm thousands of U.S. workers in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and dealers across the country," the letter read. The members conclude by highlighting that a resolution will not only be in the two companies' mutual best interest, "it will be in the best interest of a stronger U.S. economy and cutting edge EV battery manufacturing that will be the envy of the world." Read the full letterhere. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7738 Carter Applauds Unanimous Supreme Court Decision in Rutledge v. Pharmaceutical Care Management Association 2020-12-10 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.) today applauded the unanimous Supreme Court decisionin Rutledge v. Pharmaceutical Care Management Association.Arkansas law, Act 900, required pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to raise reimbursement rates for drugs if they are below the pharmacy's wholesale acquisition costs. The PBMs argued that federal lawsupersedes the state law and it was invalid under ERISA. Today, the Supreme Court ruled to uphold the state law and allow states to regulate pharmacy benefit managers. "The Supreme Court's decision today is a huge win for patients, lowering prescription drug costs, and the health care system as a whole,"said Carter."Pharmacy benefit managers, who bring absolutely no value to the system, were acting with a carte blanche and ignoring state regulations using ERISA as an excuse. This ruling today is not only important in the Arkansas case, but it also sets a precedent that PBMs can and should be regulated by the states where they operate. This will be a critical tool in our fight to lower prescription drug costs because states will now be able to address and stop the predatory practices of these middle men who work in the shadows." At least 38 states have passed laws regulating PBM pricing that are similar to the Arkansas statute. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7739 Carter Files Amicus Brief with Concerns About 2020 Election 2020-12-10 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Carter Files Amicus Brief with Concerns About 2020 Election f t # e Washington, December 10, 2020 Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.) today filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court in support of the Texas v. Pennsylvania, et al. case.Recently, the Texas Attorney General filed a lawsuit in the Supreme Court to invalidate the presidential elections in four states, arguing that those states used the coronavirus pandemic as an excuse to unlawfully change election laws and weaken the integrity of the election. The amicus brief signed by 106 Members of Congress ensures the Supreme Court is aware of the crucial facts in the case that Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan, and Wisconsin unconstitutionally bypassed their state legislatures to change how presidential electors are chosen. "This case is about protecting the Constitution and our elections,"said Carter."The Constitution is clear - only state legislatures can change how presidential electors are chosen. Whether you are a Democrat, Independent, or Republican, we should all agree that we need fair, honest, and transparent elections. The Supreme Court needs to ensure the integrity of our elections." Clickhereto view the amicus brief. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=FBDEC360-14C6-4FC9-A3E7-E52E267350E7 McBath Convenes COVID-19 Vaccine Town Hall 2020-12-10 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://ferguson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3157 Congressmen Ferguson & Doyle introduce PASTEUR Act to promote new antimicrobial drugs 2020-12-09 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA A. Ferguson F000465 ferguson.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. December 9, 2020 Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Doyle (D-PA) and Drew Ferguson (R-GA) introduced the Pioneering Antimicrobial Subscriptions to End Upsurging Resistance (PASTEUR) Act to encourage the development of critically needed antimicrobials and antibiotics and to ensure their appropriate use and domestic supply. Antimicrobial resistance is an urgent public health threat that requires a comprehensive, bipartisan solution, said Congressman Doyle.Infectious disease experts agree that our next public health crisis could be caused by drug-resistant infections, and we mustn't be caught flat-footed. The PASTEUR Act will help scientists and researchers bring better antimicrobials to the market, and it will help hospitals and doctors ensure these drugs are used properly. The public health, economic, and national security threats of antimicrobial resistance could have serious implications if left unresolved, said Congressman Ferguson. Pandemic preparedness is first and foremost about having the right preventative tools available, and antibiotics are without question one of these key tools. The PASTEUR Act brings together the public and private sectors to research and develop strong and effective antibiotics. This important piece of legislation will safeguard new antibiotic developments and prevent R&D from falling behind. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reportAntibiotic Resistance Threats in the United States, more than 2.8 million antibiotic-resistant infections occur in the United States each year, and at least 35,000 people die as a result. Unfortunately, financial incentives to develop drugs to treat many of these life-threatening infections are lacking. The PASTEUR Act would address these market failures and increase public health preparedness by keeping novel antibiotics on the market and improving appropriate antibiotic use across the health care system. While current contracts between the government and drug makers base payment on volume, the P… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4575 Rep. Allen Votes For Critical Defense Funding 2020-12-08 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Rick Allen A000372 allen.house.gov     legacy Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today voted in support of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Conference Report. The NDAA is the annual bill that authorizes defense spending and sets priorities for America's military. Passing today's bill fulfills our greatest responsibility supporting our military, said Congressman Allen. Every year, Congress is tasked with ensuring our men and women in uniform have the resources needed to keep Americans safe. This legislation authorizes $740.5 billion in defense funding, including a pay raise for our troops and ensuring the Department of Defense maintains a 30-day supply of PPE and access to diagnostic equipment and testing. I was proud to help secure authorization for vital funding for Georgia's 12th District, including $80 million for Advanced Training Barracks at Fort Gordon to support U.S. Army Cyber Command. The bill also continues nuclear modernization to ensure our nuclear deterrent is safe and reliable, including authorizing funds for the Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility at the Savannah River Site. I am committed to ensuring the critical missions at Fort Gordon and the Savannah River Site continue to receive necessary funding. While the NDAA has historically been a bipartisan measure, over the past few years Democrats have tried to insert partisan poison pills completely unrelated to military readiness. However, after making its way through the legislative process in both the House and Senate, I'm glad to see that many of these provisions -- specifically those aimed at restricting the Second Amendment and curtailing the President's authority to deploy the National Guard -- were ultimately rejected in the final bill. Our national security is of the utmost importance and I'm proud to support our military. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=D7426870-D43C-4793-99FC-6B4EC80BF65F Rep. Austin Scott Statement on Final Passage of Defense Bill 2020-12-08 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper TIFTON, GA – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08), a senior Member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), released the below statement upon House passage of the Conference Report for the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (FY21 NDAA), which authorizes funding for Department of Defense (DOD) programs. “The NDAA is one of the most important pieces of legislation we pass each year, and I am glad we were able to deliver this critical legislation to provide for our warfighters and their missions,” said Rep. Scott. “While the FY21 NDAA certainly isn’t perfect, it accomplishes many important goals, including a much needed 3% pay raise for our troops, resources for new programs across the DOD, and support for missions at Robins and Moody Air Force Bases in Georgia’s Eighth District. I encourage the President to sign this Conference Report to ensure our ability to tackle the threats we face today while planning for those of tomorrow.” In November, Rep. Scott was chosen to serve on a conference committee which was charged with working through differences of the House and Senate versions of FY21 NDAA to comprise a final bill for passage. The legislation passed today is the result of House-Senate compromises and authorizes funding DOD for FY21. The FY21 NDAA Conference Report includes the following provisions important to Georgia’s Eighth District: PROVIDING FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE NEEDS AT ROBINS: The Conference Report includes language authored by Rep. Scott to prohibit the retirement of 16 critically important E–8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) aircraft at Robins, which provide airborne surveillance, intelligence, and command and control to our military through on-board radar and computer subsystems equipment that gathers and distributes detailed battlefield information. Rep. Scott was also able to secure an increase of $27 million above the President’s budget request for much-needed modernization upgrades to the JSTARS aircraft to ensure the system can continue to su… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-reintroduces-bill-battle-neglected-infections Congressman Johnson Reintroduces Bill to Battle Neglected Infections of Poverty 2020-12-08 2020 2020-12 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. — Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) today announced he is re-introducing his bill to address the growing problem of parasitic diseases in America — found mostly in poor, minority populations along the U.S.-Mexico border, the rural South, Appalachia and distressed urban areas. The bill passed the House of Representatives in 2010 but stalled in the Senate. The "Neglected Infections of Impoverished Americans Act of 2020" would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to report to Congress annually on the impact of prevalent parasitic infections, address their threat and make funding recommendations on how to eradicate them. These diseases affect hundreds of thousands of mostly poor, minority residents with no health insurance. People suffer from heart disease, lung ailments, birth defects, seizures, difficult pregnancies and child developmental problems as a result of infection. "There is no reason that a nation with as many resources as the United States of America should tolerate these kinds of health disparities to exist among the poor and otherwise disadvantaged populations," said Johnson. "These diseases are closely tied with adverse pregnancy outcomes and inhibited child development, and they disproportionally harm Black and minority communities. As the state with the worst maternal mortality rate in the country, addressing these diseases is critical to the safety of women and families in Georgia." "It's time that we study and make a plan to battle these preventable diseases. Americans' health should not depend on where they live and how much money they make." "It's becoming apparent that parasitic diseases and neglected infections of the poor are now widespread among Americans living in extreme poverty in the U.S.," said Dr. Peter Hotez, dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. "As poverty accelerates because of our COVID epidemic, we might expect that neglected infections will continue to dominate and remain important health disparities, … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-johnsons-bipartisan-bill-making-federal-court-records-free-public Rep. Johnson’s Bipartisan Bill Making Federal Court Records Free to the Public Passes House 2020-12-08 2020 2020-12 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. – Rep. Hank Johnson (GA-04), chairman of the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet, today announced The Open Courts Act of 2020, H.R. 8235, which would modernize the federal judiciary's court records systems and eliminate the paywall (called PACER) that currently forces the public to pay more than $140 million each year to access these records, passed the House. The new system will provide a centralized, easily searchable site to access court records free of charge. Rep. Doug Collins (GA-09) co-introduced the bill, which was marked up and passed out of Judiciary Committee in September. The product of years of bipartisan effort, the Act's common sense solutions respond to mounting alarm that the PACER paywall and the outdated programs PACER fees subsidize have harmed access to justice, infringed on the foundational right of public access to court records, stifled innovation, and fostered wasteful spending. "Everyone wants to have a system that is technologically first class and free," Rep. Johnson told The Washington Post recently. A modern system, he said, "is more efficient and brings more transparency into the equation and is easier on the pocketbooks of regular people." The new system is projected to cost only $4.6 million per year on average — far less than the $140 million per year the judiciary spends on its existing system. The Open Courts Act would: Create a cost-effective, modernized court records system for the federal judiciary. Make court records freely available to the public; eliminate the pay wall currently established by PACER. Ensure that the public can easily search for and access court records. Provide funding for the new system without requiring new appropriations. A section-by-section analysis of the bill as amended can be found HERE. To read H.R. 8235 as amended on the floor, click HERE. Rep. Johnson's floor speech managing H.R. 8235 HERE. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3552 Rep. Loudermilk: NDAA Includes Critical Military Resources Necessary to Combat China and Russia 2020-12-08 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga) issued the following statement after the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2021:The NDAA has been the primary way Congress executes its Constitutional duty to provide our men and women in uniform with the tools, weapons, resources and support they need to effectively protect our nation. I am pleased to see Congress negotiate in a bipartisan manner and come to a consensus on an NDAA that provides our military with the defensive capabilities necessary to combat China and Russia's growing influence around the world. This bill also provides our military service members with a well-deserved pay raise and looks after our military families and veterans. Among many other important provisions, the bill calls for seven new C-130J Super Hercules aircraft and 93 new F-35 Join Strike Fighters, which are important to Georgia's 11th Congressional District because the C-130J and part of the F-35 are assembled in the 11th District and employ thousands of hardworking Georgians. Background - Recognizes China and Russia's role as revisionist powers and prioritizes responding to those threats. - Provides for seven C-130Js and $9.1 billion for 93 F-35's. - Provides $740.5 billion for national defense programs. - Provides 3% pay raise for the military. - Creates the Pacific Deterrence Initiative to combat China's malign influence in the Indo-Pacific. - Fully funds the European Deterrence Initiative to resist Russia's influence in Europe. - Modernizes currency transaction reports (CTRs) and suspicious activity reports (SARs) under the Bank Secrecy Act so to require the administration to conduct a formal review of CTR and SAR reporting, and to issue rules to make changes to these reports to reduce overly burdensome regulations. - Requires regulators to review and determine whether reporting thresholds should be adjusted, and to propose rules as appropriate, including potentially tying the CTR and SAR thresholds to inflation. - Requires state, local and tribal law en… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=DFBE8320-72EB-47E3-BC8A-6DE159735DF3 McBath Votes to Approve Bipartisan Conference Report on H.R. 6395, the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act 2020-12-08 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6243 ICYMI: Hices H.R. 306 Passes House Floor 2020-12-07 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Jody Hice H001071 hice.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C,-- Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA), a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, took to the House Floor last week to speak on behalf of his legislation, H.R. 306, the Kettle Creek Battlefield Study Act, which passed that evening. Congress has made significant strides in preserving the history of America's brutal Civil War, and rightfully so. Unfortunately, we have not done the same with many Revolutionary War battlefields and these hallowed grounds of our Nation's founding moments are slowly disappearing with time,said Congressman Hice. This legislation is a critical step forward in preserving the battlefield at Kettle Creek one that has tremendous local support in the community. I strongly believe that the storied grounds of what Colonel Pickens described as the most significant victory of the Southern Campaign, and a place where a young African American Patriot earned his freedom 86 years prior to the end of slavery, is more than significant enough to preserve for future generations. I look forward to Kettle Creek being studied for inclusion in the park system, and I urge my colleagues to support this piece of history. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-supports-more-act BISHOP SUPPORTS MORE ACT 2020-12-04 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement after the passage of H.R. 3884, Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act of 2020 by the full U.S. House of Representatives: "Reforming the federal government's laws on marijuana is long overdue. Forty-seven states have already done so and if this bill becomes law, states will not have to worry about federal intervention. In addition to decriminalizing marijuana, this bill will create taxes on marijuana to fund new grant programs and will expunge previous marijuana convictions of non-violent offenders only. "States have been on the forefront of this issue and its time the federal government caught up. The MORE Act will right historical wrongs and move our country forward." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-statement-on-congressman-kwanza-hall BISHOP STATEMENT ON CONGRESSMAN KWANZA HALL 2020-12-03 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Dean of the Georgia Congressional Delegation, released the following statement after Congressman Kwanza Hall (GA-05) was sworn in to serve the remainder of Congressman John Lewis' term in the 116th Congress: "I was proud to be involved in Congressman Hall's swearing in ceremony today. He is a wonderful public servant who will serve in Congressman Lewis' spirit for the rest of his term in the 116th Congress. Congressman Hall knows the Fifth Congressional District and will represent his constituents well until Congresswoman Nikema Williams is sworn in to represent the Fifth District in January for the 117th Congress. Georgians appreciate his service to our state and nation for the remainder of 2020." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-johnson-introduces-measure-honor-freedom-riders-gold-medal Congressman Johnson Introduces Measure to Honor Freedom Riders With Gold Medal 2020-12-03 2020 2020-12 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), chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet, introduced a resolution this week calling on Congress to award the Freedom Riders the Congressional Gold Medal. More than 40 members of Congress – including more than 20 members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) – joined Rep. Johnson to cosponsor the bill. The Freedom Rides, which lasted from May to November 1961, included more than 400 black and white Americans who risked their lives to challenge Jim Crow laws – particularly public transportation – in the South. Despite enduring vicious attacks and imprisonment for simply traveling together on buses and trains as they traveled through the Deep South, the Freedom Riders challenged bitter racism and mob violence with nonviolent activism. "When we understand that mobility is essential to freedom – to control your own destiny – we see that what the Freedom Riders accomplished was nothing less than holding America to the true meaning of the Constitution," said Rep. Johnson. "As much as anyone, they risked their lives to defend the promise of America." "The original riders – including my constituents Hank Thomas and Charles Person and my dear friend and former colleague John Lewis – endured insults and beatings and risked their lives 60 years ago because they believed in a different future for their children and their grandchildren." The 13 original Freedom Riders, who departed on the morning of May 4, 1961, were: Genevieve Hughes Houghton, Charles Person, Hank Thomas, John Lewis, Edward Blankenheim, James Farmer, Walter Bergman, Frances Bergman, Joseph Perkins, Jimmy McDonald, Mae Francis Moultrie, Benjamin Elton Cox, and Albert Bigelow. The two surviving original Freedom Riders are Hank Thomas of Stone Mountain, Ga. and Charles Person of Atlanta. In 2015, Thomas and Person joined Rep. Johnson for a Black History Month program at MLK High School in DeKalb County to discuss the Freedom Rides. "A number of Freed… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3546 New C-130J Squadron to take flight in Georgia 2020-12-02 2020 2020-12 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement after the United States Air Force announced Georgia as one of the four states set to receive a squadron of C-130J Super Hercules aircraft an aircraft which is solely manufactured in Georgia's 11th Congressional District. share: f t Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement after the United States Air Force announced Georgia as one of the four states set to receive a squadron of C-130J Super Hercules aircraft an aircraft which is solely manufactured in Georgia's 11th Congressional District. This is a big win for the United States Military, our men and women in uniform, and our ability to quickly respond to conflicts across the globe. With the addition of these new C-130Js to Georgia, the world's preeminent military superpower just got stronger. Every C-130J is manufactured in Georgia's 11th Congressional District, at Lockheed Martin's facility in Marietta, which employs close to 5,000 hardworking Georgians. "I have long advocated for increased C-130J production because they are the only U.S. airlifter still in production, and I've often emphasized the importance of having a squadron of C-130Js for the Georgia Air National Guard. I want to thank Barbara Barrett, Secretary of the Air Force, for supporting Georgia's Air National Guard. I'd also like to thank Georgia Adjutant General, Thomas Carden, for his steadfast leadership and his tireless dedication to increasing opportunities for Georgia guardsmen." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=6570EA43-184E-4575-9995-B6BA98E4FBE5 McBath Convenes Senior Resource Town Hall 2020-12-02 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-supports-congresswoman-fudge-as-agriculture-secretary BISHOP SUPPORTS CONGRESSWOMAN FUDGE AS AGRICULTURE SECRETARY 2020-12-01 2020 2020-12 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement in support of Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) as a candidate for the Secretary of Agriculture in the Biden Administration: "President-Elect Biden has said he wants his administration to reflect the highest level of competence while being inclusive of the diversity that is the strength of America. I believe Representative Fudge would be a great Secretary of Agriculture because of her high level of competence in that space. "She is cognizant of the needs of our farmers and the many challenges they face in producing and marketing their product at home and abroad. She is passionate about assuring that rural America receives much needed attention and resources such as Internet, healthcare, infrastructure, and economic development opportunities. She is committed to assuring that every American, rural or urban, has access to the highest-quality, safest, most abundant, and most economical food and fiber in the world. "She is smart, disciplined, innovative and has the administrative, communication, and political skills to implement the Administration's policies through USDA that will move our country safely through the pandemic; help America's families, businesses, and communities recover; and lead our country into a bright new era of hope and prosperity. "I have every confidence that President-Elect Biden will make the appropriate choice to lead the agency and as Chairman of the Agriculture and Rural Development Subcommittee on Appropriations, I look forward to working with whomever is confirmed." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=2D607E57-7DC9-495D-B73A-F750721D6F6F McBath Statement on the Murder of Aidan Ellison 2020-11-30 2020 2020-11 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4569 Congressman Allen Tests Positive for Coronavirus 2020-11-24 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Rick Allen A000372 allen.house.gov     legacy Congressman Allen Tests Positive for Coronavirus f t # e Washington, November 24, 2020 Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement after testing positive for COVID-19: "I have been undergoing regular COVID-19 testing and learned today that I have tested positive for COVID-19. I do not have any symptoms and will continue to work on behalf of the 12th District from home as I quarantine." f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4570 Allen Statement on New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Court Decision 2020-11-24 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Rick Allen A000372 allen.house.gov     legacy Allen Statement on New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam Court Decision f t # e Washington, November 24, 2020 Yesterday, the United States District Court for South Carolina ordered in favor of the State of South Carolina and the City of Augusta in the case against the Savannah District Army Corps of Engineers regarding their proposed plan to remove the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam and move forward with a rock weir that would not maintain the current pool of water. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement: "This ruling states what I've been saying all along: Maintaining the pool means adhering to the pool level on the date of the WIIN Act's enactment -- 114.5 ft. Our Congressional delegation and local leaders have worked tirelessly on this issue and I am very encouraged by this news. I look forward to continue working toward a solution that is best for our community." f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7715 Carter Applauds Air Force Decision to Replace C-130 Aircrafts at the 165th Airlift Wing in Savannah 2020-11-24 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Carter Applauds Air Force Decision to Replace C-130 Aircrafts at the 165th Airlift Wing in Savannah f t # e Washington, November 24, 2020 Followingrequestsfrom Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.), the United States Air Force announced today they will replace aging C-130H aircraft at the 165th Airlift Wing in Savannah with newer C-130J models."This is great news,"said Carter."This decision will ensure longevity for the mission in Savannah and assist them in their role as the region's pre-eminent airlift wing. Whether it's supporting combatant commanders in the field or assisting in disaster relief, the 165th Airlift Wing continues to do tremendous work for the Air National Guard and our communities." Background: Today, the U.S. Air Force announced the basing decisions for the next round of C-130J aircraft and the 165th Airlift Wing in Savannah made the list. Contingent on aircraft being included in the FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act, the wing will receive the newer C-130J models to replace their aging C-130H models in late 2023. Clickhereto view the request from Carter and Senators Perdue and Loeffler. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://ferguson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3156 Ferguson on IRS Deductible Eligibility Ruling for Paycheck Protection Program Loans 2020-11-24 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA A. Ferguson F000465 ferguson.house.gov     legacy Ferguson on IRS Deductible Eligibility Ruling for Paycheck Protection Program Loans WASHINGTON, DC Representatives Drew Ferguson (R-Ga.), released the following statement after the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) ruled that Paycheck Protection Program loans are ineligible to deduct from small business tax filings: In order to help small businesses keep their doors open during the unprecedented global pandemic, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act which put in place the Paycheck Protection Program. This legislation brought financial relief to vulnerable small businesses to assist them through this troubling time. Congress's goal was to lift up businesses by allowing these PPP loans to be forgivable if business owners retained their workforce. The program has been a major success in preventing many small businesses from permanently shutting their doors. The intent of Congress under the CARES Act was to provide financial support and flexibility to businesses and job creators to weather this unpredictable economic storm. That is why in May I joined my colleague Rep. George Holding (R-NC) as an original co-sponsor of H.R.6821, the Small Business Expense Protection Act of 2020. This bill would amend the CARES Act to allow ordinary business expenses purchased with PPP funds to still qualify for the standard business tax deductions. Unfortunately, the ruling from the IRS last week to make funds from the Paycheck Protection Program ineligible for standard business tax deductions undermines the objective of the program. When so many workers and small businesses are scrapping to get from one day to the next, this bureaucratic interpretation of the law does not go far enough to assist American workers and businesses fighting to survive. It is now up to Congress to ensure a legislative solution to this problem impacting American businesses. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-johnson-speier-torres-urge-gao-review-workplace-harassment Reps. Johnson, Speier, Torres Urge GAO Review on Workplace Harassment in the Judicial Branch 2020-11-24 2020 2020-11 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), chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet; Congresswoman Jackie Speier (CA-14), co-chair of the Democratic Women's Caucus and the Bipartisan Task Force to End Sexual Violence; and Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35), member of the House Appropriations and Rules Committees, sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting a comprehensive review of the protections against sexual harassment and other forms of workplace misconduct available to federal judicial branch employees. "In recent years, the extent to which judicial branch employees are protected from workplace harassment — including sexual harassment, other forms of discrimination including racial discrimination, and retaliation — has been the subject of persistent Congressional oversight," the Members wrote. "However, concerns remain as to whether there are adequate safeguards in place to protect employees from and facilitate redress for workplace misconduct. We ask GAO to review the judicial branch's current efforts to stop workplace sexual harassment and other forms of workplace discrimination and retaliation." The letter requests GAO to examine to what extent the Judicial Branch has implemented and provided oversight of its policies for addressing incidents of sexual harassment, discrimination and retaliation in the workplace; whether and how the Judicial Branch tracks complaints and investigations of workplace misconduct; and the extent to which perpetrators are held accountable. The Members have requested GAO's efforts include outreach, to the extent possible, to victims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other workplace misconduct. Chairman Johnson held a hearing on the issue in February. To read the full letter, click HERE. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=BC4BFC20-80FB-4076-933A-31D9ED1B5849 Rep. Austin Scott Leads Bipartisan Push to Level the Playing Field for Georgia’s Specialty Crop Producers 2020-11-20 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Austin Scott (R-GA-08) lead a bipartisan letter to U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Robert Lighthizer requesting a Section 332 investigation request to the International Trade Commission for cucumbers and squash to make a meaningful determination as to the impact of these seasonal imports on Southeastern markets. Joining Rep. Scott on the letter were Reps. Sanford Bishop (D-GA-02), Rick Allen (R-GA-12), and Buddy Carter (R-GA-01). “Georgia growers testified at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) hearings in August regarding seasonal perishable fruit and vegetable imports. These fruit and vegetable imports from Mexico continue to dramatically impact U.S. markets and threaten the future of domestic farm production of perishable produce. As the fall season in Georgia is now in full swing, it appears that the problem is only getting worse,” wrote the Members. “A Section 332 investigation request to the International Trade Commission for cucumbers and squash is needed in order to make a meaningful determination as to the impact of these seasonal imports on Southeastern markets. These market changes occur quickly and can make or break a grower’s season in a matter of days if import increases and the resulting price decreases coincide with harvest.” On November 18, Senators David Perdue (R-GA) and Kelly Loeffler (R-GA) sent a similar letter to Ambassador Lighthizer requesting this investigation for cucumber and squash imports. You can click here to read their letter. The full letter can be found by clicking here or below. November 20, 2020 The Honorable Robert Lighthizer United States Trade Representative 600 17th St NW, Washington, D.C. 20006 Dear Ambassador Lighthizer: Georgia growers testified at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) hearings in August regarding seasonal perishable fruit and vegetable imports. These fruit and vegetable imports from Mexico continue to dramatically impact U.S. markets and threaten the future of domestic farm produ… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z
https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B72B10F8-D467-4269-BCA1-94570D5EF8F3 McBath Votes to Pass Legislation Strengthening America’s Workforce 2020-11-20 2020 2020-11 Democrat House GA Lucy McBath M001208 mcbath.house.gov mcbath https://mcbath.house.gov/press-releases scraper   0 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z
https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4567 Rep. Allen Opposes Rollback of Trump-Established Apprenticeship Program 2020-11-19 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Rick Allen A000372 allen.house.gov     legacy Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke during debate on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 8294, partisan legislation that would rollback the apprenticeship program established and championed by President Trump, instead opting for a one-size-fits-all federal registered apprenticeship system that imposes more bureaucratic red tape and requirements. Congressman Allen's remarks can be found below. I rise today in strong opposition to H.R. 8294. I come from the construction industry, which I learned from the ground up, and I know firsthand how apprenticeships provide our workforce with the unique opportunity to gain valuable skills that are needed to secure a good-paying job and a long-lasting career. The reason why apprenticeships are so successful is because employers know exactly what skills are in demand. That is why we must encourage more employer-led innovation in the apprenticeship space. But this legislation denies workers and employers autonomy to create programs that are responsive to workforce needs. This shortsighted bill would undo the Department of Labor's Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs, created under President Trump. This program provides companies an alternative avenue to train skilled workers and develop apprentice programs for their specific industry needs. This year has already been tough on our employers with COVID-19 devastating businesses across the country and the last thing we need is to impose more bureaucratic red tape and requirements. I am disappointed that my Democrat colleagues are pushing a plan that would put these job-filling programs in jeopardy and prevent more workers from accessing these opportunities. I believe that this is a space for bipartisanship, and I urge my colleagues to oppose this flawed approach and work with us to encourage innovation and flexibility. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3538 Press Release: Rep. Loudermilk Introduces THRIVE Act to Reduce Bureaucratic Overreach 2020-11-19 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga) issued the following statement after he introduced the Terminating Heavy Regulations to Invigorate a Vibrant Economy (THRIVE) Act: For decades now, the executive branch has undergone tremendous change, and it has drifted further and further from what the Framers outlined in Article II of the Constitution. Some presidents have used the executive branch to circumvent Congress sometimes unconstitutionally - and impose or pressure government agencies or institutions into following an ideological agenda. Thankfully, the Congressional Review Act [cra] provides Congress with the ability to undo some of these actions. Unfortunately, the CRA does not give Congress the ability to undo all unconstitutional and over regulatory actions taken by an administration. This bill would help bring the executive branch back into accordance with what the Founders of our nation outlined in the Constitution by expanding the scope of the CRA to include regulatory guidance. This bill will also limit the scope of the CRA to exclude deregulatory actions, including those actions used to increase the effectiveness of Operation Warp Speed. This would make it more difficult to restore heavy-handed regulations. Operation Warp Speed and related deregulatory actions have led to scientific breakthroughs long thought impossible. Recent deregulatory actions are supporting an improving economy after the effects of COVID-19. The THRIVE Act makes critical reforms to focus and improve the Congressional Review Act of 1996, which serves as a critical tool providing expedited legislative accountability for federal red tape. Seizing upon Trump Administration reforms requiring agencies to identify deregulatory' actions, this bill would ensure that Congress' disapproval of regulations are focused on those rules, often finalized at the end of a presidential term, that expand government power and impose costs on the country. This would protect recent beneficial reforms to streamline federal infrastructure reviews, protect retirees… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=B2A6AEBB-5AE8-48AF-8983-00AC8DD00423 Rep. Austin Scott Named Negotiator for Defense Bill 2020-11-18 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08), a senior Member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), was chosen to serve on a conference committee for the House and Senate versions of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (FY21 NDAA), which will work through differences in the House and Senate versions of FY21 NDAA. This morning, the conference committee held their first meeting to outline each Chamber’s priorities for the final legislation. During the virtual event, Rep. Scott stressed the importance of continuing to support current systems which provide battle-proven capabilities around the world, like the E-8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) and the A-10C Warthog, until there are systems in place which exceed the capabilities that these systems provide to the warfighter. Following today’s announcement and the committee’s first meeting, Rep. Scott released the following statement: “I’m very honored to be chosen to serve on the FY21 NDAA Conference Committee. While the House’s FY21 NDAA wasn’t perfect, I believe we were able to accomplish many goals important to Georgia and the nation, including new investments in systems and platforms across the Department of Defense and a 3% pay raise for our troops. Over the coming weeks, I look forward to hammering out a final piece of legislation that meets the unique challenges we face in securing freedom and keeping Americans safe,” said Rep. Austin Scott. “Throughout his time serving his constituents in Georgia’s 8th district, Austin has distinguished himself as a selfless leader who holds true to conservative principles and understands the importance of a strong and capable military. That is why he was hand-picked to serve as a conferee on this year’s NDAA. His entrepreneurial expertise and work in risk management will help navigate the most important piece of legislation Congress takes on - the defense bill that supports our service members and keeps our military strong. With Austin on the team, I know we w… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z
https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6235 McDuffie County Student Receives Hice Headliner Award 2020-11-18 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA Jody Hice H001071 hice.house.gov     legacy Thomson, GA Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) today announced Thomson-McDuffie Middle School student Reagan Rhodes as the Hice Headliner for the month of November. Diagnosed at age five with Type 1 diabetes, 12-year-old Reagan has made kindness and volunteerism a focus of her young life. Reagan's work to improve opportunities for local students by creating a lending library for her elementary school, reading books to younger children, and championing kindness through anti-bullying campaigns is nothing short of exceptional,said Congressman Hice.Just as admirable is her work to comfort and encourage young patients at the Children's Hospital of Georgia. Through Reagan's Dogs for Diabetes initiative, she has donated 425 stuffed dogs to the Endocrinology Department so that newly diagnosed Type 1 diabetics have a friend' to receive the first shot' as a means to offering comfort to those children. And her volunteer work doesn't stop there. From delivering gifts to teachers, healthcare providers, and seniors in her community to donating food items and clothing to those in need, it is clear that Reagan may be small in stature, but she has a giant and generous heart. Reagan will compete in Orlando next week at the USA National Miss Scholarship Pageant as the Southern Coast Preteen. If you would like to nominate an outstanding member of the community for the Hice Headliner Award, send an email toJessica.Hayes@mail.house.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chair-bass-secretary-johnson-urge-ag-barr-stop-federal-executions CHAIR BASS, SECRETARY JOHNSON URGE AG BARR TO STOP FEDERAL EXECUTIONS 2020-11-17 2020 2020-11 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, Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Karen Bass (D-CA) and CBC Secretary Hank Johnson (D-GA) sent a letter to Attorney General William Barr urging him to put an immediate stay in the upcoming scheduled federal executions of Orlando Hall (November 19), Lisa Montgomery (December 8), and Brandon Bernard (December 10). "Spikes in COVID-19 not only endanger the public, they decrease the accessibility of essential services. The ability to effectively see a client, schedule a hearing, or argue a case decreases as our hospitals fill and our leaders are afflicted. To preserve the sanctity of all Americans' constitutional rights, it is imperative that we maintain a climate where men and women who have been sentenced to death have every available legal recourse in the days before their execution. The only way to ensure this is to stay these executions," members wrote. To read the full letter, click HERE or read below. Here's what the experts saying: Cassandra Stubbs, director of the ACLU's Capital Punishment Project "Proceeding with Orlando Hall's execution this week — as the nation, the state of Indiana, and Vigo County all battle unprecedented surges in COVID-19 cases — is indefensible and dangerous. Federal executions require hundreds of people, many of whom travel across the country by plane, to gather in close contact within the Terre Haute prison complex. The Bureau of Prisons' own records show that this summer's executions contributed to spikes in COVID-19 cases within the Terre Haute prison. They reveal that the Bureau of Prisons was not prepared to address or minimize the risk of massive spread of COVID-19 caused by carrying out the executions. The BOP failed to ensure that staff wore masks, failed to promptly isolate individuals who were sick with COVID-19 within the prison, and failed to conduct contact tracing to prevent exposed individuals from passing the illness on to others. The wholly predictable and reprehensible result of these failings was hundreds of COVID-19 infections … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-on-third-annual-department-of-defense-audit Senator David Perdue On Third Annual Department Of Defense Audit 2020-11-17 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senators-perdue-loeffler-introduce-safe-votes-act Senators Perdue, Loeffler Introduce SAFE Votes Act 2020-11-12 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-honors-georgias-veterans-2020 Senator David Perdue Honors Georgia’s Veterans 2020-11-11 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-on-protecting-senate-majority Senator David Perdue On Protecting Senate Majority 2020-11-10 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-takes-action-to-ensure-fair-elections Senator David Perdue Takes Action To Ensure Fair Elections 2020-11-10 2020 2020-11 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=065E6758-05B5-4F71-942C-89D4A8790849 Rep. Austin Scott: EPA’s Expansion of Dicamba Registrations Gives Farmers More Certainty in the Midst of COVID-19’s Negative Impacts 2020-10-27 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper TIFTON, GA – Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08), a senior member of the House Agriculture Committee, today released the below statement upon U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler announcing that EPA is approving new registrations for two dicamba products and extending the registration of an additional dicamba product. All three registrations include stringent control measures to protect the environment, including non-target plants, animals, and other crops not tolerant to dicamba. The announcement coincides with Administrator Wheeler and Regional EPA Administrator Mary Walker today visiting Cromley Farm in Brooklet, Georgia. Rep. Scott, as well as Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall, and U.S. Representatives Rick Allen (GA-12), Buddy Carter (GA-01) and Doug Collins (GA-09), joined the EPA officials for the visit. Click here to read more. “Our farmers make the fiber, food, and fuel for the world, and without close partnerships with agencies like the EPA and risk management tools to plan operations, they would be unable to do so. I’m very glad to see this MOU between EPA and the Georgia Department of Agriculture, and the announcement to allow new registrations of dicamba products for cotton and soybeans – two important crops in rural Georgia. This will balance environmental concerns while giving our farmers impacted by the effects of COVID-19 more certainty as they plan for the upcoming crop year. This move will better help farmers recover from market losses and collapses associated with the pandemic, and I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of this change for the industry and our rural communities who support agriculture,” said Rep. Austin Scott, Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Commodity Exchanges, Energy, and Credit. “With today’s decision, farmers now have the certainty they need to make plans for their 2021 growing season,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “After … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-statement-on-passing-of-sheriff-scott-worsley BISHOP STATEMENT ON PASSING OF SHERIFF SCOTT WORSLEY 2020-10-27 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) released the following statement regarding the passing of Miller County Sheriff Scott Worsley: "I am saddened to hear that Sheriff Scott Worsley has transitioned from labor to reward. May he be remembered for his tireless dedication to serving and protecting the people of Miller County. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and the people of Miller County as we mourn the loss of this great public servant." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senate-confirms-judge-amy-coney-barrett-to-supreme-court Senate Confirms Judge Amy Coney Barrett To Supreme Court 2020-10-26 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-praises-instacart-ebt-snap-partnership-with-aldi BISHOP PRAISES INSTACART EBT SNAP PARTNERSHIP WITH ALDI 2020-10-22 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement after Instacart announced its Electronic Benefit Transfer and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (EBT SNAP) integration in partnership with ALDI. This launch will begin in Georgia in more than 60 stores, and will expand to Illinois, California, Florida, and Pennsylvania to more than 570 stores in the coming months: "With a global pandemic where we are encouraging social distancing and quarantine, it is good to see the private sector work to make grocery delivery accessible to all. This move by Instacart will help increase food security in a time where more than 54 million are experiencing food insecurity. I am very pleased Georgians in Columbus and Macon will be among the first in line to try this out and I hope Americans everywhere will have this option soon." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-johnson-beatty-introduce-new-legislation-combat-discrimination-our Reps. Johnson, Beatty Introduce New Legislation to Combat Discrimination in Our Nation’s Financial Services Industry 2020-10-22 2020 2020-10 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. – On Friday, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet, and Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03), chair of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Diversity and Inclusion, introduced the House companion bill to the Senate's "Fair Access to Financial Services Act." The bill would prohibit banks and other financial institutions from discriminating against consumers on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation. While the Civil Rights Act of 1964 outlawed discrimination in certain places of public accommodation, it does not cover banks and other financial institutions. This new legislation would ensure that all people receive equal treatment when trying to access services at financial institutions and hold them accountable when they engage in discriminatory acts. The Senate version – S. 4801 – was introduced Oct. 21 by U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) – ranking member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and Senators Tina Smith (D-MN), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Bob Menendez (D-NJ), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD). "Banking While Black isn't a slogan, it's real," said Rep. Johnson. "Just ask Clarice Middleton of Atlanta, who recently tried to cash a $200 check, only to be accused of fraud by three branch employees, who then called the cops. Her experience is just a microcosm of a larger, systemic problem of racial profiling and unequal treatment Black and Brown people face when dealing with banks and other financial institutions." "It is truly unconscionable that in 2020—some six decades after the passage of the Civil Rights Act—financial institutions can still discriminate against Americans because of the color of their skin," said Rep. Beatty. "The Fair Access to Financial Services Act will right this wrong, making sure that no customer is denied access to vital banking services as a result of their race or ethnicity. I am … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-helps-launch-new-stem-center-at-spelman-college Senator David Perdue Helps Launch New STEM Center At Spelman College 2020-10-22 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-highlights-savannah-port-progress Senator David Perdue Highlights Savannah Port Progress 2020-10-22 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-announces-new-jobs-in-albany BISHOP ANNOUNCES NEW JOBS IN ALBANY 2020-10-21 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper ALBANY, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Vice Chair of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, announced 100 new jobs will be coming to Albany, Georgia, between now and early 2021 for Outdoor Network (ODN) in the former MacGregor Golf Facility at 1601 South Slappey Boulevard: "This is really great news for Albany, where many jobs were lost 11 years ago when the former owners of the MacGregor Facility unexpectedly left. For Albany to gain 100 new jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic is wonderful. I will continue supporting efforts to create new jobs and prosperity for Albany and the rest of our district," said Congressman Bishop. Douglas Natoce, President of ODN Manufacturing arm, Diesel Outboards LLC, indicated the decision to locate in Georgia was aided by the strength found within the congressional delegation. "The congressional delegation provided tremendous support and encouragement to bring these jobs to Georgia," commented Natoce. "This facility is in the heart of Congressman Bishop's district and his support will be crucial to our ability to expand manufacturing opportunities." The House-passed defense appropriations bill includes $2 million for the Navy to purchase the type of diesel outboard motors that will be built in Albany. Outdoor Network will expand its current distribution center into the former McGregor Golf facility, investing approximately $22 million into the project and creating a 230,000 square foot advanced distribution and manufacturing facility. One hundred jobs will initially be created, 40 of which are new manufacturing jobs. Manufacturing jobs are expected to grow at this location over the next several years. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/democrats-continue-to-block-additional-covid-relief Democrats Continue To Block Additional COVID Relief 2020-10-21 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/bipartisan-senators-express-strong-support-for-the-quad-and-australias-return-to-exercise-malabar Bipartisan Senators Express Strong Support For The Quad & Australia’s Return To Exercise Malabar 2020-10-20 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senate-democrats-block-additional-small-business-aid Senate Democrats Block Additional Small Business Aid 2020-10-20 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-statement-on-court-ruling-for-food-assistance BISHOP STATEMENT ON COURT RULING FOR FOOD ASSISTANCE 2020-10-19 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia blocked a Trump Administration rule that would strip Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) away from millions: "I am pleased the Court has stopped the Administration from taking food off the tables of American families. It is unconscionably cruel to try and take away SNAP—a matter of life-and-death—from millions of Americans during a pandemic and a recession, particularly without passing another stimulus bill. The benefits of the CARES Act have expired, and 17 million children are now living in a food-insecure household. To take away SNAP benefits, an effective way out of poverty, would be to kick food insecure Americans while they are down and harm our economic recovery. SNAP puts back $1.79 into the economy for every dollar we give it and lowers health care costs by about $1,400 per person. ‘There is no world where cutting SNAP during this pandemic makes sense, humanely or fiscally. This is why we increased SNAP benefits in the Heroes Act by 15 percent, which nearly doubled the minimum benefit to $30 and added assistance to state and local governments. We must keep working to pass another stimulus bill for the Americans who continue to experience the worst of this recession." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6215 Hice to Unveil Historical Document Display at Washington County Courthouse 2020-10-19 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Jody Hice H001071 hice.house.gov     legacy Hice to Unveil Historical Document Display at Washington County Courthouse f t # e Monroe, GA, October 19, 2020 On Friday, October 23, 2020, Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) will participate in a dedication ceremony for the display of the Foundations of American Law & Government, a set of nine historic documents that will be prominently featured at the Morgan County Courthouse. Eight years ago, I was privileged to stand with Governor Nathan Deal as he signed the law permitting this collection of historical documents to be displayed in any public building in Georgia,said Congressman Hice.It was the culmination of the work I undertook as a private citizen long before I became a Member of Congress, and it gives me great pleasure to participate in the dedication ceremony of this important display in Sandersville. Friday, October 23, 2020 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Dedication of Historical Document Display Washington County Courthouse 132 W. Haynes Street Sandersville, GA 31082 The Foundations of American Law & Government display contains documents that played a significant role in the establishment of our system of law and government, including the Ten Commandments, Mayflower Compact, and Declaration of Independence. ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-perdue-applauds-cvs-and-walgreens-partnership-to-administer-covid-19-vaccine-to-vulnerable-communities Senator Perdue Applauds CVS & Walgreens Partnership To Administer COVID-19 Vaccine To Vulnerable Communities 2020-10-19 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-supports-georgia-pecans-and-peanuts BISHOP SUPPORTS GEORGIA PECANS AND PEANUTS 2020-10-16 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, visited Sunnyland Farms in Albany to meet with members of the National Pecan Shellers, Georgia Pecan Growers Association, Georgia Pecan Commission, and the University of Georgia's Associate Deans of Research and Engineering. Afterwards, he visited the Agricultural Research Service Peanut Lab in Dawson to meet with members of the American Peanut Shellers Association, Alabama Peanut Producers Association, National Peanut Buying Points Association, Golden Peanut Company, and the President of Fort Valley State University. The group received briefings from scientists conducting research at the ARS National Peanut Lab. "One of the most important things to me as the Agriculture Appropriations Chairman is making sure the crops we grow here in Georgia continue their massive contributions to our local, state, and national economies while also feeding our citizens nutritious food. Pecans and peanuts are very healthy and are also two of our largest agricultural exports as a state. At Sunnyland Farms, we discussed the many issues facing the pecan industry such as prices, Mexican imports, and expansion into additional markets. We also discussed the benefits of the $40 million purchases made by USDA for the TFAP programs and our food banks. Continuing to learn about the cutting-edge research on aflatoxin at the ARS Peanut Lab from Dr. Marshall Lamb and the research scientists keeps me informed on the needs of Georgia's peanut industry," said Congressman Bishop. "Peanut Industry officials gathered at the National Peanut Lab in Dawson, Georgia today to update Congressman Bishop on the tremendous negative impact that aflatoxin has on the peanut industry each year. Congressman Bishop was the driving force in obtaining USDA funds for scientific research on aflatoxin research and ways to mitigate the impact," said John Powell, … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=582B9EA7-F8C6-4045-B5F3-09B768FE64BE Rep. Austin Scott Leads Bipartisan Push to Increase International Market Access for U.S. Pecans 2020-10-15 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08), a senior member of the House Agriculture Committee, along with 32 colleagues, today sent a bipartisan letter to U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer encouraging the Administration to prioritize reducing India’s tariffs on American pecans as trade negotiations continue. “As you may know, American pecan producers have faced many challenges due to rising imports from Mexico, Chinese tariffs, natural disasters like Hurricane Michael, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Gaining access to new markets for pecans will help ease the pain while orchards are replanted and a trade deal is negotiated with China,” wrote the Members. “Lowering the tariff on pecans would provide the Indian people with more economical access to tree nut varieties, while providing a much-needed economic boost to rural America.” You can click here for a copy of the letter or read the text below. October 15, 2020 The Honorable Robert Lighthizer United States Trade Representative 600 17th St NW Washington, DC 20006 Dear Ambassador Lighthizer: We write to you about ongoing negotiations between the Office of the United States Trade Representative and the Government of India. As you continue discussions with Prime Minister Modi’s Administration to reach a trade deal and potentially reinstate India’s Generalized System of Preference Status, we would like to stress the importance of removing existing barriers to the export of U.S. agricultural products, specifically pecans. As you may know, American pecan producers have faced many challenges due to rising imports from Mexico, Chinese tariffs, natural disasters like Hurricane Michael, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Gaining access to new markets for pecans will help ease the pain while orchards are replanted and a trade deal is negotiated with China. The growing middle class in India has demonstrated its desire for consumer-oriented agricultural products, like tree nuts, and the Indian market represents one of the most dynamic and fastest growing in th… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-fights-for-additional-covid-relief-for-georgia Senator David Perdue Fights For Additional COVID Relief For Georgia 2020-10-15 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-praises-georgias-action-to-lower-health-premiums-increase-choice Senator David Perdue Praises Georgia’s Action To Lower Health Premiums, Increase Choice 2020-10-15 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-statement-on-passing-of-sheriff-pete-smith BISHOP STATEMENT ON PASSING OF SHERIFF PETE SMITH 2020-10-14 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) released the following statement regarding the passing of Sumter County Sheriff Pete Smith: "I am deeply saddened to hear that Sheriff Pete Smith passed away. He was a truly dedicated and passionate sheriff for Sumter County who will be missed. I will keep his family and the people of Sumter County in my prayers as we mourn this great man and public servant." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-perdue-talks-supreme-court-with-sean-hannity Senator Perdue Talks Supreme Court With Sean Hannity 2020-10-14 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=3517 Rep. Loudermilks Letter Urges IRS and NPRC to Get Back to Work Helping Americans 2020-10-13 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Barry Loudermilk L000583 loudermilk.house.gov     legacy Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement after sending a letter to the Internal Revenue Service and the National Personnel Records Center urging them to reopen and return to full strength immediately.At the beginning of this pandemic, it was believed to be important to shut down parts of our economy so our doctors, nurses, and medical facilities could catch up with the flood of COVID-19 patients and save lives. It's now been seven months since our economy was shut down; and, in that time, Americans have learned how to better protect themselves and their families, businesses have learned how to better protect their employees and customers, and people are returning to their jobs; but, unfortunately, employees at the IRS and the National Personnel Records Center continue to stay home, to the detriment of millions, and our veteran's physical and financial health. This is why I sent a letter to IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig and National Personnel Records Center Director Scott Levins urging them to return to work at full capacity, so they can help our constituents with many critical issues. Our veterans, and all Americans, deserve better. To read Rep. Loudermilk's letter, please click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6168 Hice Celebrates Athens Couple as 2020 Angels in Adoption Honorees 2020-10-08 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Jody Hice H001071 hice.house.gov     legacy Hice Celebrates Athens Couple as 2020 Angels in Adoption Honorees f t # e Athens, GA, October 8, 2020 Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) today announced that Dustan and Holly Barker, of Athens, have been selected as 2020 Angels in Adoption Honorees. Each year, the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) recognizes individuals, families, and organizations across the nation who have demonstrated commitments to improving the lives of children in need of permanent, loving homes. Congressman Hice was pleased to recommend the Barkers for their work with Acceptance Recovery Center (ARC) in Athens and their choice to enter a kinship adoption. The Barker's lives forever changed when, tragically, Holly's brother died from an overdose,explained Congressman Hice.In the wake of their loss, the Barkers received support from Acceptance Recovery Center, and they soon became mentors, consultants, and donors to this growing organization. They also became relative adoptive parents to their 11-year-old nephew and godparents to yet another adopted child. The Barkers are champions of ARC's goal to reunite and strengthen families. On behalf of Georgia's 10th Congressional District, I proudly welcome them to the small group of distinguished leaders who CCAI has honored with the title Angels in Adoption. The Angels in Adoption program gives a platform to the families, advocates, and experts who so often serve quietly behind the scenes yet make a huge impact on behalf of children and families,said CCAI's Executive Director, Nancy Kay Blackwell.Together with the Adoption Caucus, we are thril… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-fights-for-georgia-veterans Senator David Perdue Fights For Georgia Veterans 2020-10-08 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-bishop-and-mcmorris-rodgers-will-hold-annual-military-family-caucus-summit-friday ADVISORY: BISHOP AND MCMORRIS RODGERS WILL HOLD ANNUAL MILITARY FAMILY CAUCUS SUMMIT FRIDAY 2020-10-07 2020 2020-10 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) and Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Military Family Caucus, will hold the annual Military Family Caucus Summit virtually this Friday from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time. WHO: Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02); Co-Chair of the Congressional Military Family Caucus Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05); Co-Chair of the Congressional Military Family Caucus Colonel Cassius T. Bentley III, Commander Fairchild Air Force Base Former Under Secretary of the Air Force Matthew P. Donovan KEYNOTE: Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper PANEL: Jennifer Drake Patrick, Assistant Professor at George Mason University PANEL: Stacy Huisman, Journalist, Military Spouse, and Author PANEL: Susie Sincock, Teacher and Military Spouse PANEL: Pete LuPiba, Commissioner, Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission PANEL: Michelle Norman, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Partners in PROMISE PANEL: Rear Admiral Charles W. Rock, Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic PANEL: Jennifer Barnhill, Chief Operating Officer of Partners in PROMISE PANEL: Grace Kim, Principal Attorney at Law Office of Grace E. Kim, Co-Founder of Partners in PROMISE PANEL: Congressman Trent Kelly (MS-01) PANEL: Jessica Strong, Blue Star Families PANEL: Chelsea Hull, Special Education Teacher and Parent PANEL: Kellie Artis, Chief Operating Officer of MILLIE PANEL: Rick Marsh, DP3 Director of USTRANSCOM PANEL: Megan Harless, PCS Activist and Military Spouse PANEL: Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) PANEL: Colonel Rojan Robotham, U.S. Air Force PANEL: Eryn Wagnon, Director of Government Relations for Military Family Policy and Spouse Programs at MOAA PANEL: Karen Ruedisueli, Director of Government Relations for Health Affairs at MOAA PANEL: Kara Tollett Oakley, Esq., Principal and Founder at Oakley Capitol Consulting PANEL: Maureen Elliott, Military Housing Advocate PANEL: Shannon Razsadin, Executive Director at… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-announces-usda-grant-for-fort-valley-state-university BISHOP ANNOUNCES USDA GRANT FOR FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY 2020-10-07 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper COLUMBUS, GA – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement regarding the recent Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program Grant awarded to Fort Valley State University by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA): "Fort Valley State University has long been at the forefront of cutting-edge agricultural research and science. I know they will do great things with this grant to improve children's nutrition in the Baldwin County School District with the Baldwin Grows Farm to School Community Action Committee. The things learned in Baldwin County will be helpful to rural school districts across America. Congratulations on this award and thank you for your hard work!" The purpose of the Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program is to increase the knowledge of agricultural science and improve the nutritional health of children. The program's goal is to increase the capacity for food, garden, and nutrition education within host organizations or entities, such as school cafeterias and classrooms, while fostering higher levels of community engagement between farms and school systems by bringing together stakeholders from distinct parts of the food system. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7530 Carter, Dingell Honor Rosalynn Smith Carter’s 50 Years of Mental Health Advocacy 2020-10-06 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Carter, Dingell Honor Rosalynn Smith Carter's 50 Years of Mental Health Advocacy f t # e Washington, October 6, 2020 Today, Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Cater (R-GA) andCongresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize Rosalynn Smith Carter's 50 year legacy in mental health advocacy. Recently in September, Senator David Perdue (R-GA) introduced the Senate companion to this resolution.Since her time in the White House, Former First Lady Rosalynn Smith Carter has dedicated her life to helping others,Carter said.Certainly one of her most admirable missions has been her work on mental health. She has fought to end the stigma against mental health illnesses and to increase access to mental health care. There is no question that Mrs. Carter has made Georgians proud with this work. As we continue these efforts to support mental health issues, Mrs. Carter deserves to be recognized for championing this fight. Former First Lady Rosalynn Smith Carter has spent her lives work improving the lives of those affected by mental health disorders and substance use disorders in the United States and around the world,"Dingell said.Over 50 years of advocacy to destigmatize mental health and end discrimination against affected people, Mrs. Carter continues her work to this day and we are proud express our profound gratitude and to honor her enduring legacy with this bipartisan, bicameral resolution. There is more work to do but without Mrs. Carter's dedication we would not have come as far as we have as a society. The full text of the resolution isavailable here. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/roswell-based-foster-care-support-foundation-receives-national-honor Roswell-Based Foster Care Support Foundation Receives National Honor 2020-10-06 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-statement-on-president-s-diagnosis-of-covid-19 BISHOP STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT’S DIAGNOSIS OF COVID-19 2020-10-02 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) released the following statement regarding President Trump and the First Lady's diagnosis of COVID-19: "I will keep the President, First Lady, and every American who has been infected with this terrible virus in my thoughts and prayers. This virus is not a hoax or joke. Wear a mask, follow CDC guidelines, and stay safe." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=6165 Barrow County Resident Receives Hice Headliner Award 2020-10-02 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Jody Hice H001071 hice.house.gov     legacy Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) today announced that the Hice Headliner for the month of October is Barrow County resident Kirsten Medlam. Working as a volunteer, she serves as the Director of Operations at New Path 1010, a nonprofit organization that provides weekend food bags to children in need through the Barrow County School System. It's Kirsten's passion for the organization that led her to retire from teaching and pour herself fully into the ministry,said Congressman Hice.As the Director of Operations at New Path, she works weekly with volunteers to assemble food bags and deliver them to schools. According to a board member, Kirsten faithfully works behind the scenes not seeking any attention. She is fiercely dedicated, a hard worker, and is an essential member of the team. Thanks to volunteers, like Kirsten, New Path is able to make a difference in its community by working to end the cycle of systemic poverty. New Path's program provides food bags across seven schools and has eliminated a waiting list of students in need of supplemental food. To learn more about the program, visit New Path's website at newpath1010.org. Hice is pleased to recognize outstanding local citizens who go above and beyond to help their neighbors and strengthen our community. To submit a nomination for this monthly award, send an email toJessica.Hayes@mail.house.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=1F64B1E7-CD9B-4DB2-B23B-F9F0075DF73D ICYMI: Rep. Austin Scott Slams Democrats for Resolution Regarding the Irwin County Detention Center 2020-10-01 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Austin Scott S001189 austinscott.house.gov austinscott https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases scraper Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) today spoke on the House Floor in regards to a whistleblower complaint filed with the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Office of the Inspector General (IOG) which alleged mass hysterectomies were being performed on detainees at the Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, Georgia. The complaint also cited a lack of adherence to COVID-19 safety precautions. On September 26, several Congressional Democrats visited the center in Georgia’s Eighth District. Today, they brought a resolution to the House Floor condemning the facility, DHS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the medical staff named in the allegations. Rep. Scott contends that House Democrats should wait for the allegations to be investigated by DHS, as requested by Rep. Scott and several Members of Congress from both parties, before asserting them as true. On September 25, Rep. Scott and Rep. Doug Collins (GA-09) sent a letter to Joseph Cuffari, DHS Inspector General, urging the OIG to consider recently reported facts disputing the allegations and the radical agenda of Project South, the non-profit at the center of the claims, while conducting their investigation into the complaint. You can click here to read their letter. You can click here or the image below to watch Rep. Scott’s remarks. [[{"fid":"607","view_mode":"full","fields":{"format":"full","field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]":false},"link_text":null,"type":"media","field_deltas":{"1":{"format":"full","field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]":false}},"attributes":{"height":1327,"width":2424,"style":"width: 425px; height: 233px;","class":"media-element file-full","data-delta":"1"}}]] Rep. Austin Scott speaks on the House Floor in response to allegations made against the Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, Georgia. Below is a transcript of Rep. Scott’s remarks edited for clarity: “I'd like to thank my colleague and all my colleagues, and Madam Speaker. “I'd like to focus my comments on the attacks on the Irwin County Hospital… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-and-guest-lead-call-for-new-registrations-for-dicamba-products BISHOP AND GUEST LEAD CALL FOR NEW REGISTRATIONS FOR DICAMBA PRODUCTS 2020-10-01 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Sanford Bishop (D-GA), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, and Congressman Michael Guest (R-MS) led a bipartisan letter encouraging the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Andrew Wheeler, to issue new registrations for four dicamba products. Because the Ninth Circuit Court's ruling in June of this year vacated prior registrations for Engenia®, Xtendimax®, and FeXapan®, many farmers face an uncertain future about the use of products they rely on to help manage soybean, cotton, and other crops. New registrations of the products would help clarify the use of these critical products as farmers begin making decisions on their management strategies for next year. "The 9th Circuit court ruling to vacate the registration for dicamba products Engenia®, Xtendimax®, and FeXapan® was disruptive to our farming community nationwide as well as in Georgia. Our farm producers are now faced with identifying alternative weed control methods. As the next growing season approaches, the release of a new registration with the most up-to-date, scientifically based data will aid in meeting the demands for our food supply chain," said Congressman Sanford Bishop. "I am pleased to join my colleagues in this bipartisan effort. We are working in support of American farmers and trying to bring confidence and clarity to our producers before the upcoming crop year," Congressman Michael Guest said. Last year's court decision put in jeopardy millions of acres of crops across our country, and especially Mississippi. As our farmers continue to battle a pandemic, natural disasters, and fluctuating markets, it is critical they have the tools necessary to a successful growing season." A bipartisan group of 30 Members of Congress joined the letter. A copy of the letter is available here. You can find the full text of the letter below: Dear Administrator Wheeler: We write today to encourage t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bishop-supports-more-coronavirus-funding BISHOP SUPPORTS MORE CORONAVIRUS FUNDING 2020-10-01 2020 2020-10 Democrat House GA Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. B000490 bishop.house.gov bishop https://bishop.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02), Chairman of the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, released the following statement regarding the passage of the updated Heroes Act by the full U.S. House of Representatives: "The longer this pandemic goes on, the clearer it is we need a strong national response to support our citizens and to combat this virus directly. This updated version of the Heroes Act reflects these priorities and I am proud to support it. I urge the Senate and President to support this bill to help our nation in this extremely difficult time. The American people need and deserve this long overdue aid!" The updated Heroes Act: provides a second round of direct payments of $1200 per taxpayer and $500 per dependent improves the Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses supports testing, tracing, and treatment with $75 billion and ensures every American has access to free coronavirus testing provides more assistance for airline industry workers bolsters funds for education and childcare with $225 billion provides $436 billion for one year of assistance to state, local, territorial and tribal governments to pay employees in danger of losing their jobs due to lack of funds strengthens food security with a 15% increase to the maximum SNAP benefit and targeted support for farmers and producers affected by the crisis boosts housing assistance to help keep renters and homeowners in their homes restores unemployment benefits with weekly $600 federal unemployment payments preserves health coverage and provides opportunities for the uninsured to get health coverage protects workers and their safety with OSHA standards based on CDC expertise protects payrolls by enhancing the new employee retention tax credit for employers safeguards our democracy with new resources to ensure safe elections, an accurate Census, and well-functioning Postal Service 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7518 Carter, Blunt Rochester Introduce Legislation to Create Essential Medicines Strategic Stockpile 2020-10-01 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Carter, Blunt Rochester Introduce Legislation to Create Essential Medicines Strategic Stockpile f t # e Washington, October 1, 2020 Representatives Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.) andLisa Blunt Rochester (D-De.) today introduced legislation to establish an essential medicines strategic stockpile."At the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic, we quickly realized how reliant our medical supply chain is on foreign countries like China and India,"said Carter."This reliance creates both public health and security risks for the American people. For example, as the COVID-19 virus spread around the world earlier this year, India withheld 26 essential drugs from exportation, vastly limiting supply and access to other countries. Americans should not have to rely on other countries for access to the most basic medicines like acetaminophen, penicillin, and amoxicillin. This legislation ensures that Americans have a constant stockpile of essential medicines that can be deployed to any part of the country at a moment's notice." As we've seen throughout the pandemic, one of our greatest public health challenges is ensuring that patients have reliable access to essential generic medicines,"said Blunt Rochester."I'm proud to join Congressman Carter in introducing critical legislation that will ensure Americans have sustained access to their medications during national emergencies. TheEssential Medicines Strategic Stockpile Act of 2020establishes a three year pilot program that creates public-private partnerships to stockpile generic medications that are at risk of experiencing shortages. During the pilot program, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will work with stakeholders and other government agencies to establish a list of 50 generic medications that are essential in public health emergencies. Medical … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7521 Carter Secures NFIP Extension, Calls for Long-Term Reforms 2020-10-01 2020 2020-10 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Carter Secures NFIP Extension, Calls for Long-Term Reforms f t # e Washington, October 1, 2020 The federal funding bill signed into law last night by President Donald J. Trump extends the authorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through the end of September 2021.Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.) fought for this extension for more than a year, while working on long-term reforms for the program. "It is good news that the NFIP has been extended for another year,"said Carter."This extension ensures the rug will not be pulled out from underneath endangered populations as we work to make much needed long-term reforms for the program. Now, during this extension, we should implement a full reauthorization of the program to increase financial stability without forcing property owners to drop their coverage through unaffordable rates. Congress should encourage private insurance to compete with the federal government to lower rates, significantly improve flood mapping to be more accurate and better align rates to risk. I will continue fighting to make this happen." f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7515 Carter Signs Petition to Reopen Paycheck Protection Program for a Second Round 2020-09-30 2020 2020-09 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Carter Signs Petition to Reopen Paycheck Protection Program for a Second Round f t # e Washington, September 30, 2020 Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.) has signed a discharge petition to force a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on legislation to reopen the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to allow certain small businesses to apply for a second loan from the funding that remains in the program."As small businesses in the First District and across the nation suffer due to no fault of their own, there is more than $130 billion left in the Paycheck Protection Program,"said Carter."I have signed on to legislation that would allow certain small businesses to apply for a second loan since there is money leftover. However, Speaker Pelosi has decided to hold this funding hostage and has refused to bring this legislation to the floor. I am proud to sign this discharge petition to force a vote because small businesses simply do not have time to wait for the Speaker of the House to play political games. They need help, and they need it now." The discharge petition would force a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on H.R. 8265. The legislation would allow small businesses that employ fewer than 300 employees or meet SBA size standards and have had at least a 25% reduction in gross revenue to apply.$25 billion would be set aside for businesses with 10 or fewer employees. The legislation also expands eligible covered expenses and simplifies the forgiveness process. Carter is a cosponsor of H.R. 8265. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=7516 Carter Condemns Threats to Pack the Supreme Court 2020-09-30 2020 2020-09 Republican House GA Buddy Carter C001103 buddycarter.house.gov     legacy Carter Condemns Threats to Pack the Supreme Court f t # e Washington, September 30, 2020 Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.) has signed on to a resolution to condemnany attempt to expand the number of justices on the Supreme Court of the United States."Since 1869, the number of justices on the Supreme Court has remained at nine. It should stay that way,"said Carter."Unfortunately, because President Trump has rightfully made a nomination to the Supreme Court, Democrats are threatening to expand or 'pack' the Supreme Court. This is dangerous and threatens the delicate system of separation of powers and checks and balances that is in place. I will fight any attempt to pack the Court." Carter has signed H. Res. 1138. f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hankjohnson.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-johnson-works-bring-copyright-law-digital-age Rep. Johnson Works To Bring Copyright Law Into The Digital Age 2020-09-30 2020 2020-09 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. – Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04), chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet, participated in a Judiciary Committee hearing on Copyright and the Internet in 2020: Reactions to the Copyright Office's Report on the Efficacy of 17 U.S.C. 512 After Two Decades. The hearing examined the current state of section 512 of title 17, which establishes a notice-and-takedown regime that limits the copyright infringement liability for four types of online service providers ("OSPs"). The hearing came on the heels of the Copyright Office's recent conclusion of a comprehensive, five-year study of section 512. The hearing allowed Members to hear perspectives from the copyright, online, and user communities about their experiences with section 512 and their views on the Copyright Office's report and recommendations, and to consider what, if any, legislative measures are warranted moving forward. Chairman Johnson's hearing statement The IP Subcommittee I chair has spent much of this Congress exploring how to promote and protect intellectual property rights in the patent and trademark space, and today's discussion from the copyright angle has been particularly informative. Copyright law governs the work of artists and innovators, designers and developers, and it is crucial that these creators are able to rely on its protections to make their living. This is even more true in an age where the click of a button can plagiarize a lifetime of work. As Chairman of the Subcommittee on Intellectual Property, Courts, and the Internet, I believe it's important that we work with the Copyright Office to ensure that the rules of the road are clear for content users, platforms, and internet service providers. Section 512 was created before the internet had permeated our lives, and I'm concerned that the law has failed to keep up, not adequately protecting creators and not necessarily providing clear guidance to users and others. This needs to change. I look forward to hearing… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-28T00:28:51Z
https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-meets-with-judge-amy-coney-barrett Senator David Perdue Meets With Judge Amy Coney Barrett 2020-09-30 2020 2020-09 Republican House GA David Perdue P000612 www.perdue.senate.gov     legacy Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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