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| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-applauds-205-million-obbba-funding-strengthen-wyomings | Congresswoman Hageman Applauds $205 Million in OBBBA Funding to Strengthen Wyoming’s Rural Health Care | 2025-12-30 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) applauded the announcement that Wyoming would receive more than $205 million for fiscal year 2026 through the Rural Health Transformation Program, which Rep. Hageman and Congressional Republicans created this summer in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), also known as the Working Families Tax Cut. Additional funding will follow in the subsequent years. “This summer, Republicans in Washington delivered an unprecedented $50 billion investment in rural health care through the Rural Health Transformation Program enacted as part of the Working Families Tax Cuts legislation,” said Rep. Hageman. “Wyoming’s rural communities deserve reliable, high-quality health care without having to travel hundreds of miles. This initial $205 million investment strengthens our hospitals and clinics, supports the health care professionals who serve our communities, and expands access to care for families across Wyoming. It reflects a clear commitment to rural America and shows that Republicans and the Trump administration are delivering real, measurable results by prioritizing long-term sustainability of rural health care.” Background: Wyoming will be able to use this funding to address long-standing challenges unique to rural health care. The investment supports efforts to expand primary, preventive, maternal, emergency, and behavioral health services, recruit and retain a strong rural health workforce, and modernize aging facilities and technology. The program also encourages innovation, including telehealth, remote monitoring, and new models that help keep care local and sustainable. This program represents the largest federal investment in rural health care in American history. Congress created the initiative to ensure access to care does not depend on zip code and to give states flexibility to design solutions that reflect local needs. Funding will roll out over multiple years, providing Wyoming with a stable foundation to strengthen health care delivery and im… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-honors-senator-cynthia-lummis-her-retirement-public | Congresswoman Hageman Honors Senator Cynthia Lummis on her Retirement from Public Service | 2025-12-19 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C.– Today, Rep. Harriet Hageman (R–WY) honored Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis upon the senator’s announcement that she will retire from public life after nearly a half-century, effective at the end of her current term in January 2027. Lummis blazed a wide trail in her native state, serving in the U.S. Senate since 2021, and also holding the state’s only U.S. House of Representatives seat, currently occupied by Hageman, from 2009 to 2017. Lummis spent two stints in the Wyoming House (1979-1983 and 1985-1993) and one in the state Senate (1993-1995), and also served as Treasurer of Wyoming from 1999 to 2007. There are few figures in the history of Wyoming public service who have had an impact as large and substantial as Sen. Lummis. “For forty-six years in jobs with the public trust, Cynthia Lummis has embodied the clear-eyed common sense that Wyoming is known for. Her retirement marks the close of an extraordinary era in our state’s political history—one defined by integrity, independence, and an unwavering devotion to the people she served,” Rep. Hageman said. “Cynthia built one of the most distinguished and consequential careers in the history of Wyoming public life. She will leave having made Wyoming and America stronger, and I will always consider her a lifelong friend.” Growing up on a family ranch near Cheyenne, Lummis learned the lessons that would guide her life, shape her view of the world, and form her leadership style. She has always subscribed to faith, fidelity to principle, and hard work. Whether she was talking about cattle, studying law, or debating policy in the halls of power, she carried herself with trademark honesty and strength that reflect the very best of the people of Wyoming. Her two degrees from the University of Wyoming—one in animal science and the other in law—formed an apt foundation for a life dedicated to serving a western state in elected office. But she felt the calling when she was just 24 years old, and she won her first election to the Wyoming House of Represe… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-introduces-bill-strengthen-parental-oversight | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Introduces Bill to Strengthen Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced the Parental Rights Relief Act to give parents and eligible students a private right of action to enforce their rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA). This bill requires the Department of Education to expeditiously resolve complaints within 90 days. “Parents and students deserve clear, enforceable rights when it comes to educational records and privacy,” said Rep. Hageman. “While we’ve seen decisive leadership from President Trump and Secretary McMahon to protect parental rights, the Biden administration’s actions led to families being shut out, ignored, or forced to wait indefinitely while their concerns go unanswered. The Parental Rights Relief Act gives parents and eligible students a private right of action to enforce their rights under FERPA and PPRA and requires the Department of Education to resolve complaints within 90 days. My legislation provides a permanent solution and makes clear that parental rights are not optional, and schools and the federal government will be held accountable when those rights are violated.” "Many schools continue to withhold information from parents about their children or do not allow them to review the curriculum used to teach their children. They know parents lack an effective legal mechanism to seek redress when their rights over their children's education and privacy are infringed. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman's Parental Rights Relief Act (PARRA) rectifies this unfair situation by allowing parents to sue schools to enforce compliance with FERPA and PPRA. Establishing a private right to action would safeguard parental rights and ensure accountability within educational institutions. It would also serve as a strong deterrent against potential violations, encouraging schools to uphold the confidentiality and integrity of student information and respect the fundamental role of parents in their children's education,” state… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-bipartisan-permitting-reform-bill | House Passes Bipartisan Permitting Reform Bill | 2025-12-18 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) voted in favor of the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act, which modernizes the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). “In May, the Supreme Court clarified that NEPA is a purely procedural statute after decades of frivolous NGO litigation and judicial activism. While other nations are building out modern infrastructure, increasing energy generation, and pushing to win the AI race, America is stuck in the 20th century. The modernization of NEPA through the SPEED Act adheres to the purely procedural nature of NEPA, requires project specific focus, and provides reasonable judicial review that will provide the certainty needed for a functioning U.S. permitting system. I urge the Senate to quickly take up and send this crucial legislation to President Trump’s desk,” stated Rep. Hageman. Background: NEPA is a procedural statute that established parameters for assessing and disclosing the environmental impact of all major federal actions. However, decades of environmental activism from NGOs and courts morphed our national permitting system to either prevent projects entirely, or to add years and millions of dollars in costs before their completion. The Supreme Court’s decision in Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County, CO reaffirmed the procedural nature of the law and corrected decades of its misapplication. The SPEED Act builds off this judicial relief to modernize NEPA by: Explicitly stating that NEPA is a procedural statute which does not mandate specific outcomes Refocuses the scope of review for environmental analysis only on effects that are proximately caused by the project itself and may not include effects that are speculative or separate in place and time Clarifies the major federal action definition to reduce the number of projects requiring NEPA review Balances the need for a swift, efficient permitting system with early, meaningful consultation with state, local, and tribal partners… | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hagemans-bill-streamline-tribal-land-leases-advances-full-house | Congresswoman Hageman’s Bill to Streamline Tribal Land Leases Advances to the Full House | 2025-12-17 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM) bipartisan legislation promoting tribal economic development advanced out of the Natural Resources Committee, sending it to the full House for consideration. The bill amends the Long-Term Leasing Act, allowing all federally recognized tribes to enter into leases for up to 99 years, giving tribes flexibility and certainty for long-term planning and investment. “This legislation proactively extends to all tribes flexibility needed for long term economic growth,” said Rep. Hageman. “Limiting leases to 25 years, as is currently mandated by federal law, creates uncertainty that prevents businesses, investors, and communities on tribal lands from planning for the future. By extending optional leases to 99 years, we give tribes the security they need to invest in infrastructure, housing, economic ventures, and sustainable prosperity on their land.” “Under current law, tribes must come before Congress every time they need to lease their lands for extended periods of time. It’s a burdensome and unnecessary process that stands in the way of economic prosperity and tribal sovereignty,” said Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández. “I am co-leading this bill to fix the law and allow all federally recognized tribes to enter into leases for up to 99 years. Long-term leases are essential for tribes to build affordable housing, health care centers, and other buildings that offer resources for the community. The Natural Resources Committee has done its job, now it’s time for the House to pass this bill.” Background: Congress passed the Long-Term Leasing Act in 1955 which authorizes trust land to be leased by the Indian owner for 26 years, which may be renewed for one additional period Congress has acted more than 50 times to allow for lease terms greater than 25 years As business opportunities and economic considerations change, private businesses desire leases longer than 25 years, and 99 year terms are often needed … | 1 | 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z | 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-introduces-sunset-reform-section-230-act-curb-big-tech | Congresswoman Hageman Introduces the Sunset to Reform Section 230 Act to Curb Big Tech Censorship | 2025-12-16 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced the Sunset to Reform Section 230 Act to force Congress to reform the broad authorities it has granted to Big Tech. “Congress commits legislative malpractice when it does not adopt sunset provisions simultaneously with granting broad authority. Technology and the private sector will always outpace the speed of the federal government, and Section 230 is a perfect example of good ideas with unintended consequences. Enacted in 1996, Section 230 granted tech companies broad immunity for content removal at a time when we could not have anticipated the influence, scope, and pervasiveness of social media and other ways to communicate. After years of censorship and abuse, it is now time for Congress to reform this authority and constrain the essentially limitless power that we have granted to these companies. We know, however, that outside interests will work tirelessly to block any serious reforms from coming forward, and we must therefore find a way to force the issue through the reauthorization process. Including a sunset provision in Section 230 will require Congress to continuously monitor these companies for abuse and to ensure that the American people are protected from being silenced merely for the views that they hold,” stated Rep. Hageman. Background: To facilitate the Internet revolution, Congress enacted Section 230 to protect the tech companies and free speech of users, a noble and necessary balance that is still needed today. However, it also grants tech companies immunity from civil liability for the removal of content that Big Tech considers to be “obscene, lewd, lascivious, filthy, excessively violent, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.” The current statute does not define what otherwise objectionable means, nor could it because it is not a common standard. What is objectionable to one person might not be to another. In this absence, Big Tech has defined what is objectionable based on its own beliefs. For years, that was wit… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-route-act-expand-opportunities-young-commercial-drivers-and | Hageman Introduces the ROUTE Act to Expand Opportunities for Young Commercial Drivers and Strengthen America’s Supply Chain | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced the Responsible Opportunity for Under-21 Trucking Engagement (ROUTE) Act, a bill that expands opportunities for qualified 18–21-year-old commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders to operate commercial vehicles on limited interstate routes. Current federal regulations restrict CDL holders under 21 to intrastate driving only. The ROUTE Act removes this outdated barrier by allowing these drivers—already licensed and trusted to operate within their state—to cross state lines as long as they remain within a 150 air-mile radius of their normal work reporting location. “Federal barriers prevent capable young Americans from entering the trucking industry. At the same time, we are removing illegal aliens who unlawfully obtained CDLs. That makes it even more important to open doors for American workers to fill these jobs and strengthen our economy,” said Rep. Hageman. “Wyoming and other rural states face needless challenges because federal regulation blocks young CDL holders from making short interstate trips. It makes no sense that drivers are allowed to travel from Gillette to Evanston but prohibited from driving right across the state line to Belle Fourche, South Dakota. America should never rely on illegal labor to move our goods.” “OOIDA supports Representative Hageman’s commonsense proposal to allow truck drivers to operate within a 150 air-mile radius across state lines. The current system creates situations that simply do not make sense, like allowing a driver in Kansas City, KS to haul clear across the state to its border with Colorado, but not deliver a few miles away in Kansas City, MO. The ROUTE Act fixes this problem in a safe and practical way. A 150 air-mile operating radius gives drivers the chance to build skills in familiar conditions, receive the training they need, and stay closer to home while gaining experience. OOIDA appreciates Representative Hageman’s leadership in advancing a commonsense solution without opening the door … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/wyoming-delegation-joins-president-trump-white-house-he-strikes-down-biden-era | Wyoming Delegation Joins President Trump at White House as He Strikes Down Biden-Era Buffalo Management Plan | 2025-12-11 | 2025 | 2025-12 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.— In a major victory for Wyoming energy and America’s economic future, Senators Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso, and Representative Harriet Hageman (all R-WY) joined President Donald Trump at the White House for the signing of their Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution nullifying the Biden administration’s Buffalo Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA). “It was such an honor to be at the White House with Senator Barrasso and Representative Hageman to see President Trump sign our legislation officially undoing the Biden administration’s last-minute Buffalo RMPA, which would’ve devastated Wyoming’s economy and ended future coal mining in the Powder River Basin,” said Senator Cynthia Lummis. “Wyoming is the key to President Trump’s energy dominance agenda and rolling back this asinine, anti-Wyoming plan is critical for our state’s future. It’s a great Christmas present to see this signed into law.” “With President Trump’s signature, we’ve officially ended the Biden-era war on Wyoming coal,” said Senator John Barrasso. “I’m proud of the work Senator Lummis and Representative Hageman and I did to pass this resolution and stand up for Wyoming’s coal miners and energy workers. Reversing this harmful proposal opens up thousands of acres for coal leasing and protects more than 4,000 good-paying jobs. Wyoming plays an important role in producing energy that is affordable, reliable, and abundant. Together with the Trump administration, we’re unleashing Wyoming energy and getting America back on track.” “Today is a victory for Wyoming and our nation’s energy security,” said Congresswoman Harriet Hageman. “With President Trump signing H.J. Res. 130 into law, we overturned the Biden administration’s Buffalo RMPA that ended future coal leasing in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin, threatening thousands of jobs, undermining local communities, and jeopardizing affordable, reliable energy for millions of Americans. This law allows our state to responsibly develop its resources and upholds our leadership in A… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congresswoman-hageman-co-leads-commercial-motor-vehicle-english | ICYMI: Congresswoman Hageman Co-Leads the Commercial Motor Vehicle English Proficiency Act | 2025-11-26 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) joined Congressman Dave Taylor (R-OH) and Congressman Greg Steube (R-FL) in introducing the Commercial Motor Vehicle English Proficiency Act, legislation that strengthens federal safety standards for commercial driver licensing by requiring all components of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exam—both skills and knowledge—to be administered exclusively in English. This measure serves as the House companion to S. 2114, led by Senators Roger Marshall (R-KS), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), and John Barrasso (R-WY). The bill has additional support from Representatives Buddy Carter (GA-01), Tracey Mann (KS-01), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Mary Miller (IL-15), and Paul Gosar (AZ-09). "Our bill ensures the CDL knowledge test is administered only in English, closing dangerous loopholes. When an individual operating a vehicle weighing up to 80,000 pounds cannot understand warnings like ‘Slow Down’ or ‘Accident Ahead,’ lives are put at risk. Improving road safety is a significant issue across Wyoming, where tragic accidents claim lives year after year. Our legislation is essential to protect the safety and security of every driver on our roads," said Congresswoman Hageman. “It’s a no-brainer – if you want to drive an 80,000-pound vehicle on American roads, you should be able to read the road signs,” said Congressman Taylor. “Ohio families should be able to get in their cars without fear of being in a tragic collision at the hands of a driver of a heavy vehicle who can’t understand critical warning signs. This bill will ensure safety for everyone and prevent any more innocent American lives from being lost.” Background: Under current law, states may offer the CDL knowledge exam in multiple languages, a policy that has allowed individuals with limited English fluency to obtain a commercial license despite being unable to read warning signs, construction alerts, or emergency notifications. Congresswoman Hageman joined Congressman Taylor in introducing H.R. 3608, Conno… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-releases-statement-speed-act-advancing-through-committee | Congresswoman Hageman Releases Statement on SPEED Act Advancing Through Committee | 2025-11-20 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources advanced the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development (SPEED) Act to the full House for a vote. The bipartisan legislation, led by Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-AR) and Rep. Jared Golden (D-ME), that Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) is a cosponsor of, modernizes and streamlines the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to eliminate needless delays, reduce litigation abuse, and provide long-overdue permitting certainty for energy, infrastructure, and economic development projects across the country. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman released the following statement. “Wyoming powers America, and today’s markup was another important step toward ensuring that federal permitting policy keeps pace with our nation’s energy and infrastructure needs, rather than standing in the way of them,” said Rep. Hageman. “For far too long, radical environmentalists and bureaucratic red tape have manipulated NEPA to stall critical projects for years, sometimes decades. The SPEED Act brings clarity, certainty, common sense, and fairness back to the permitting process.” The Wyoming Chamber of Commerce and the Wyoming Mining Association expressed strong support for the SPEED Act. Key provisions of the SPEED Act include: Clear timelines for environmental reviews, ending open-ended analysis that delays major projects. Limits on the scope of NEPA reviews, ensuring agencies evaluate only environmental effects with a direct causal relationship to the proposed action. Judicial review reforms, including a 150-day deadline for filing claims and the elimination of injunction and vacatur as remedies, reducing frivolous litigation designed to halt projects. Allowance for state, Tribal, and previously completed NEPA documents to satisfy federal requirements, reducing duplication and reinforcing Tribal sovereignty. Early engagement requirements to ensure federal, state, local, and Tribal governments collaborate from the start, improving efficiency and tra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-congresswoman-hagemans-bill-overturn-biden-era-buffalo-rmpa | House Passes Congresswoman Hageman’s Bill to Overturn Biden-Era Buffalo RMPA | 2025-11-18 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, the House passed H.J. Res. 130, which repeals the Biden-era Buffalo Field Office Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA). Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced this joint resolution alongside Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and John Barrasso (R-WY). “The House’s passage of H.J. Res. 130 is a major win for Wyoming and for America’s energy security. The Biden administration’s Buffalo RMPA ended future coal leasing in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin, threatening thousands of jobs, undermining local communities, and jeopardizing affordable, reliable energy for millions of Americans,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “Wyoming coal powers this country, and once this misguided, ideologically driven policy is overturned, we can better meet our nation’s growing energy demands.” “The Biden administration repeatedly pursued ridiculous, expensive, Washington-driven agendas that prioritized radical environmental policies over American energy consumers. This Congressional Review Act is essential to undo their insane Buffalo Resource Management Plan Amendment, which was a last-minute plan from a lame duck administration to kill jobs in Wyoming and increase the cost of electricity. I'm so pleased that Representative Hageman has successfully navigated this through the U.S. House. I'll continue leading the fight with Senator Barrasso to advance it in the Senate and deliver it to President Trump's desk, where he will sign it and help us defend Wyoming's future energy dominance,” said Senator Lummis. “I’m proud of the Wyoming delegation’s efforts to overturn the Biden administration’s assault on American energy and the West,” said Senator Barrasso. “As a result of Rep. Hageman’s strong work in the House, we’re one step closer to rolling back this outrageous rule.” “This resolution will reinvigorate America’s coal industry by unlocking resource-rich lands in the Powder River Basin, protecting jobs, and generating much-needed revenues in rural Wyoming communities. Representative Hageman is an indispen… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-votes-end-government-shutdown | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Votes to End the Government Shutdown | 2025-11-13 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Senate Amendment to H.R. 5371 - Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, ending the longest government shutdown in our nation’s history: “American families have paid the price for the Democrats’ decision to keep the government closed for six long weeks. Their reckless and performative standstill accomplished nothing other than imposing hardship on millions of people. Meanwhile, President Trump and Republicans stepped up to ease the burden on our hardworking citizens and to get our country back on track. We will not allow the Democrats’ partisan games to hinder our work for the American people. Our focus has always been, and will continue to be, on putting the needs of our citizens first. It is time to move full steam ahead to deliver real results, restore fiscal responsibility, and address the needs of hardworking Americans. I’m relieved to finally put this shutdown behind us and to keep working for the people of Wyoming.” This bill reopens the government with a new continuing resolution to provide funding through January 30, and with it, our military servicemembers and air traffic controllers will once again be paid, SNAP and WIC benefits will be reinstated, and agencies will open their doors to do the work of the people. This measure also extends for one year the Farm Bill programs that were not reauthorized last summer in the reconciliation package. This three-bill package also includes full-year appropriations for the Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Congress, military construction, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. This legislative package has several Wyoming-specific priorities that Rep. Hageman has fought for, including: $3 million for the Casper airport to construct a new air traffic control tower with terminal radar approach Language forcing the USDA to acknowledge the shortages in eartags that Wyoming livestock producers have faced since t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-reintroduces-bill-streamline-tribal-land-leases | Congresswoman Hageman Reintroduces Bill to Streamline Tribal Land Leases | 2025-11-05 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM) reintroduced legislation to provide flexibility and certainty in the tribal land leasing process. The bill would amend the Long-Term Leasing Act to allow all federally recognized tribes to enter into leases for up to 99 years. This legislation passed the House of Representatives during the 118th Congress. “For many tribes, the current leasing framework under the Long-Term Leasing Act is a barrier to meaningful, long-term development. The limitation of 25-year leases creates uncertainty that hinders businesses, investors, and communities on tribal lands from planning for the future. By extending the optional lease term to 99 years, we are giving tribes the flexibility and security they need to invest in infrastructure, housing, economic ventures, and sustainable prosperity on their land,” Rep. Hageman stated. "Time after time, the Indian and Insular Affairs Subcommittee has held hearings on individual bills to allow tribes to lease their lands for extended periods to spur economic development, affordable housing, and more,” said Leger Fernández. “It is burdensome and unnecessary for tribes to require an act of Congress for each individual tribe and their leases. It stands in the way of economic sovereignty, which is key to tribal sovereignty. I am pleased to co-lead Congresswoman Hageman’s bill to allow all federally recognized tribes to enter into leases for up to 99 years." Background: Congress enacted the Act of August 9, 1955, codified at 25 U.S.C. Sec. 415, commonly known as the Long-Term Leasing Act, to overcome the prohibition of the Non-intercourse Act. The Long-Term Leasing Act permitted some land transactions between Indian tribes and nonfederal parties--specifically, the leasing of Indian lands. The Act required that leases of Indian lands be approved by the Secretary of the Interior and limited lease terms to 25 years. As business opportunities and economic considerations changed, leas… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-releases-statement-passing-vice-president-dick | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Releases Statement on the Passing of Vice President Dick Cheney | 2025-11-04 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) released the following statement after learning of the passing of Vice President Dick Cheney: “You couldn’t grow up in Wyoming and not know who Dick Cheney was. He dedicated most of his life to serving his country, working across multiple administrations and finally capping his public career as an extremely consequential vice president. He was known as a meticulous, detail-oriented planner who prioritized his family. Dick Cheney had an undeniable impact on American policy, both foreign and domestic, for decades, and will be studied and remembered for many years more than that.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-reintroduces-fight-illicit-pill-presses-act | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Reintroduces the Fight Illicit Pill Presses Act | 2025-11-03 | 2025 | 2025-11 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) reintroduced the Fight Illicit Pill Presses Act, legislation designed to help law enforcement crack down on the production of counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl. This legislation is both bipartisan and bicameral, with Reps. Fry (R-SC), Crenshaw (R-TX), and Harder (D-CA) cosponsoring in the House of Representatives, and Senators Cornyn (R-TX) and Coons (D-DE) introducing the Senate version alongside Senators Moran (R-KS), Fetterman (D-PA), Tillis (R-NC), Klobuchar (D-MN), McCormick (R-PA), Gallego (D-AZ), Cantwell (D-WA), and Blackburn (R-TN). The Fight Illicit Pill Presses Act would amend the Controlled Substances Act to add a serialization requirement for pill presses and punches. It prohibits the removal or alteration of these serial numbers and prohibits the distribution of machines with tampered serial numbers. “Fentanyl continues to devastate communities across America,” said Rep. Hageman. “Cartels are using pill presses to disguise deadly fentanyl as legitimate prescription drugs. This bill gives law enforcement stronger tools to trace this equipment and hold traffickers accountable. It is a commonsense solution to protect our families and stop these poisonous pills at their source.” “The fentanyl crisis has devastated far too many families across the country—and continues to touch down close to home. As we know, addiction doesn’t care about geography, economic status, or identity," said Rep. Melanie Stansbury. "That is why we must address this crisis at every front—and that is why I am proud to co-lead this bi-partisan bill to help stop fentanyl trafficking—by cracking down on the manufacturing of deadly and illegal fentanyl-laced pills.“ “The fentanyl epidemic is killing our community. We have to use every tool available to stop criminals who are poisoning our families, starting with taking down the counterfeit pill industry,” said Rep. Harder. “Drug dealers make millions of lethal pills by using pil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congresswoman-hageman-joins-house-leadership-and-rsc-call-end-democrat | ICYMI: Congresswoman Hageman Joins House Leadership and RSC to Call for an End to the Democrat Shutdown | 2025-10-31 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Harriet Hageman joined Speaker Mike Johnson, Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, and members of the Republican Study Committee (RSC), including Chairman August Pfluger, to address the ongoing Democrat-led government shutdown, now in its 30th day. Congresswoman Hageman stood with her colleagues in urging Senate Democrats to stop using the American people as leverage for their far-left policy demands and to advance the House-passed clean continuing resolution that would immediately reopen the government, pay our troops, restore federal services, and protect essential programs such as SNAP and WIC. “Wyoming federal employees, small business owners, and families are feeling the pain of this shutdown, pain caused entirely by Democrat obstruction,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “House Republicans did our job. We passed a responsible bill to fund the government and ensure critical services continue. Meanwhile, Senate Democrats are holding our government hostage to push radical, wasteful spending that benefits illegal aliens and foreign programs rather than our own citizens. Enough is enough. It is time to put the American people first, reopen the government, and get back to work.” House Republicans also highlighted: Senate Democrats voted 13 times to keep the government closed. The shutdown caused missed paychecks for federal workers and delays across the transportation system, including thousands of flight delays nationwide. By this weekend, 42 million Americans are projected to lose their SNAP benefits if Democrats continue to block reopening legislation. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-reintroduces-country-origin-labeling-enforcement-act | Congresswoman Hageman Reintroduces the Country of Origin Labeling Enforcement Act | 2025-10-24 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) reintroduced the Country of Origin Labeling Enforcement Act, which reinstates mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef. Representatives Hageman and Khanna were joined by Representatives Warren Davidson (R-OH), Thomas Massie (R-KY), Chip Roy (R-TX), and Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (R-AZ). “American consumers deserve accurate information on the products they buy, and U.S. ranchers deserve honest and fair competition in the marketplace. The U.S. abandoned MCOOL for beef in 2016 following a World Trade Organization ruling. This change lifted the profit margins of monopolistic big packers at the expense of the American rancher. The domestic market is finally providing the means for our producers to keep family ranches alive, and we must protect these operations by providing full transparency of the origin of beef in the marketplace. MCOOL is more important than ever to grow the size of the national herd and stop the blending of cheap foreign beef in high-quality U.S. products,” stated Rep. Hageman. “The Trump administration is quadrupling Argentinian beef imports while our farmers continue to struggle. We need trade policy that puts America first. I’m proud to lead legislation with Rep. Hageman that blocks multi-national meat packing companies that are importing cattle and falsely labeling it as American,” said Rep. Ro Khanna. "Rocky Mountain Farmers Union thanks Representative Hageman for standing up for the best interests of both America’s cattle producers and its consumers through the introduction of the Country of Origin Labeling Enforcement Act of 2025," said Chad Franke, President of Rocky Mountain Farmers Union. "American ranchers produce the highest-quality beef — and consumers want to purchase that premium product and support family ranches and rural communities. To make informed choices, American consumers deserve to know where their food comes from. The implementation of Mandatory Country of Origin Lab… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-releases-statement-senate-democrats-voting-government | Congresswoman Hageman Releases Statement on Senate Democrats Voting for a Government Shutdown for the Fourth Time | 2025-10-03 | 2025 | 2025-10 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – On Friday afternoon, and for the fourth time, the Senate Democrats blocked the House-approved Continuing Resolution that was designed to keep the government running through November 21, 2025. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman issued the following statement in response: “Under President Joe Biden, Congressional Democrats voted 13 times for this exact type of bill to avoid a government shutdown. Under President Trump, Democrats are now voting against this same short-term measure. This is not just Trump derangement syndrome; the Democrats are throwing a tantrum because we refuse to allow them to spend $1.5 trillion on nonsense, such as healthcare for illegal aliens and refunding NPR and PBS. Democrats are also seeking to repeal the $50 billion we appropriated for rural healthcare, which would hit Wyoming especially hard,” said Rep. Hageman. “Wyoming’s congressional delegation chose to govern rather than engage in political blackmail, as both Senators Barrasso and Lummis supported all four votes in the Senate, and I in the House. Now our state, which shoulders an unfair federal burden to begin with, is being injured by Senate Democrats.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:32:54Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-delivers-more-10-million-casework-relief-constituents | Congresswoman Hageman Delivers More Than $10 Million in Casework Relief for Constituents | 2025-09-30 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) announced her office has successfully resolved more than 4,000 individual cases, returning over $10,600,000 in funds, benefits, reimbursements, or corrections for Wyoming constituents through its federal casework efforts. Providing services to constituents is one of the key roles members of Congress play. They act on behalf of individual constituents advocating for them based on an agency’s actions or inactions; these scenarios are most often referred to as “Congressional Casework." This milestone underscores her office’s commitment to serving Wyomingites, not just through legislation, but by directly intervening in matters with federal agencies to help everyday citizens. “Each solved case represents a person my office helped navigate what often feels like an impossible system,” said Rep. Hageman. “If you or someone you know needs assistance with a federal agency, please do not hesitate to reach out. My team and I are here to serve you.” Constituent casework is one of the most direct ways a congressional office delivers tangible results directly to citizens. When facing a scenario of awaiting a delayed tax refund from the Internal Revenue Service, correcting their benefit amount with the Social Security Administration, or getting the right disability rating from the Veterans Administration, many individuals may struggle to get answers or a resolution when dealing with federal agencies on their own. By intervening, advocating, and guiding the processes, Congresswoman Hageman’s office ensures accountability in federal agencies and helps Wyoming families access what is rightfully theirs. Wyoming residents who need assistance with a federal agency, such as the Social Security Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, ATF, or IRS, can visit Congresswoman Hageman’s website to submit an assistance request. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-announces-remote-office-hours-veterans-and-military | Congresswoman Hageman Announces Remote Office Hours for Veterans and Military Personnel | 2025-09-22 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) announced that her office will hold remote office hours dedicated to assisting veterans, active-duty servicemembers, and their families. “If you are a veteran, active duty servicemember, or military family member, I want to hear from you,” Rep. Hageman said. “My staff is available to provide one-on-one, personalized assistance with any issues you are experiencing with the VA, DFAS, DoD, or any other federal agency.” To date, Congresswoman Hageman’s office has successfully resolved over 4,000 cases for Wyomingites facing struggles with federal bureaucracies. Upcoming dates: Platte County: Friday, September 26, 2025 Guernsey, WY 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Carbon County: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Saratoga, WY 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Carbon County: Thursday, October 2, 2025 Rawlins, WY 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Stay up to date on upcoming remote office hours by subscribing to Congresswoman Hageman’s weekly newsletter at hageman.house.gov/join. If you would like to reserve a time to meet with a member of Congresswoman Hageman’s staff, complete the sign-up form at hageman.house.gov/services/ciyc-sign-up/. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-introduces-legislation-protect-american-taxpayer-climate | Congresswoman Hageman Introduces Legislation to Protect the American Taxpayer from Climate Change Reparations | 2025-09-18 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL), alongside Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), introduced legislation protecting the American taxpayer from attempts by international courts to impose climate change reparations on the U.S. In July, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), one of the six principal organs of the United Nations (UN), issued an advisory opinion contending that international climate change treaties are binding on UN member states, and that breaching these agreements is an “international wrongful act.” According to the ICJ, countries that produce or consume fossil fuels could be subject to orders demanding they cease all “climate change” activities and pay full reparations to harmed nations. Reps. Hageman and Tiffany’s bill would block the use of federal funds to pay a demand for reparations issued by any international bodies or courts for alleged violations of international law. “The UN’s war on affordable and reliable energy is well known. This is just another effort to push forward with radical policies that have no basis in fact or science. Pursuant to the ICJ theory, every single country in the world would be subject to paying reparations, as every single country consumes fossil fuels. Yet, we know that such an outcome isn’t the UN’s intent. This is just another effort to force America to prop up the economies of failed states and impoverished nations. American citizens are not going to be forced to pay reparations based on vague, speculative claims about so-called climate damage,” said Rep. Hageman. “This bill protects both U.S. sovereignty and Congress’s constitutional authority. It guards against financial risks born of international lawsuits or opinions built on unproven assumptions.” “While President Trump did the right thing in pulling the United States out of the UN’s Paris Climate Agreement, we must continue to protect American sovereignty from international organizations trying to dictate the U.S. economy. This bill ensures that future presidents cannot bl… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-introduces-fair-act-safeguard-truth-and | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Introduces the FAIR Act to Safeguard Truth and Objectivity in Federal AI Procurement | 2025-09-16 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL), joined by Congressman Barry Moore (AL-01), introduced H.R. 5315, the Fair Artificial Intelligence Realization (FAIR) Act, to codify the principle that the federal government may only use artificial intelligence (AI) that is truthful when asked for facts or analysis, respects historical integrity, acknowledges when information is incomplete or in dispute, and remains strictly neutral without bending to any social or political agendas. “AI is advancing faster than our institutions are prepared for, and we either allow technology to become a tool for propaganda or insist it serves the truth,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “The FAIR Act draws that line. It demands that government-procured AI be factual and remain neutral without bending to any social or political agendas.” “The American people don’t want AI that pushes propaganda, they want tools they can trust,” said Congressman Moore. “Too often we’ve seen Big Tech twist facts, rewrite history, and promote political agendas instead of the truth. Rep. Hageman’s FAIR Act builds on President Trump’s leadership on this issue and ensures AI serves truth and innovation, not woke agendas. This is about protecting both our future and our history from being rewritten by the tech elites in Silicon Valley.” Background: AI and advanced system capabilities have made remarkable strides in recent years. While these innovations promise new efficiencies and transformative solutions, it is imperative that AI, especially when used by the federal government, be developed and deployed responsibly, free from partisan ideologies that the American people have largely rejected. Concerns about AI bias are not hypothetical. Reports surfaced last year showing that Google’s AI chatbot Gemini generated historically inaccurate output, portraying allegedly “diverse” versions of America’s Founding Fathers. When asked, Gemini defended these portrayals as aiming to provide a “more accurate and inclusive representation of the historical con… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-loudermilk-issues-statement-after-speaker-johnson-appoints | Chairman Loudermilk Issues Statement After Speaker Johnson Appoints Republicans to Serve on New Select Subcommittee on January 6 | 2025-09-15 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Chairman Barry Loudermilk (R-GA-11) issued the following statement after Speaker Mike Johnson announced the five Republican members that will serve on the newly formed Select Subcommittee on January 6, a panel created under the Judiciary Committee which will conduct a thorough review of the security failures that occurred on January 6: “Speaker Johnson’s announcement of Reps. Griffith, Nehls, Higgins, and Hageman to our Select Subcommittee on January 6 reaffirms Republicans' commitment to transparency, accountability, and the rule of law," said Chairman Loudermilk. "While Dems seem keen on playing political games and doubling down on the predetermined political narrative of Pelosi’s former committee, Republicans will continue to pursue the facts in an objective manner no matter where they lead. The American people deserve a complete and accurate account of the security failures that occurred on January 6, so this level of security failure never happens again.” Subcommittee Members: Chairman: Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA-11) Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA-09) Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX-22) Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA-03) Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY At-Large) “I look forward to continuing the investigative work accomplished by the Oversight Subcommittee of House Administration during the 118th Congress," said Congressman Griffith. "Our investigations will seek to recover, document and publish all relevant materials and information. As a result, the American people and historians should be able to draw their own conclusions.” “I’m honored to be selected to serve on the Select Subcommittee on January 6,” said Congressman Nehls. “I know firsthand what happened on January 6, and I’m looking forward to permanently setting the record straight and shining the light on what truly happened on January 6, 2021, the days leading up to January 6, and the days following. The American people deserve the truth and transparency about the security failures that occurred on January 6, and I look forward to providi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/wy-delegation-applauds-move-rescind-biden-public-lands-rule | WY Delegation Applauds Move to Rescind Biden Public Lands Rule | 2025-09-10 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, along with U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman, all R-Wyo., issued the following statements in support of Interior Secretary Doug Burgum’s announcement that the Trump administration intends to rescind the Biden Public Lands Rule. The Biden-era Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rule, which was finalized in April 2024, had the potential to block access to hundreds of thousands of acres of multiple-use land. “The people of Wyoming depend on access to public lands for our livelihoods – including energy and mineral production, grazing, and recreation,” said Barrasso. “The Biden Public Lands Rule was a direct attack on our way of life. The Trump administration is right to rescind this outrageous rule.” “The Biden administration's Public Lands Rule was a direct hit to the west, threatening to shut down hundreds of thousands of acres of working land and hurt the livelihoods of hardworking Wyoming families who've depended on these lands for generations,” said Lummis. "Leftist Washington bureaucrats have worked overtime to lock up federal lands, block our energy production, hurt our timber industry, take away grazing rights, and shut out the ranchers, loggers, and energy workers who actually live in these communities and know how to take care of the land. Getting rid of this harmful rule brings back sensible federal land management and makes sure we can use our public lands for energy, ranching, timber, and recreation like we always have.” “The Biden-era Public Lands Rule was designed to lock up hundreds of thousands of acres from multiple use and convert them to no-use,” said Hageman. “President Trump and Secretary Burgum are restoring common sense by returning management of the lands to the people who depend on them. This is a huge win for Wyoming, securing grazing rights, bolstering energy production, and protecting rural economies from overreaching, absurd mandates.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-discusses-reauthorization-great-american-outdoors-act | Congresswoman Hageman Discusses Reauthorization of the Great American Outdoors Act at Grand Teton National Park | 2025-09-09 | 2025 | 2025-09 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) joined members of the House Natural Resources Committee for a field hearing on the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), held at the Jenny Lake Visitor Center in Grand Teton National Park, to discuss the need for reauthorization and meaningful reform in GAOA 2.0. “Our hearing at Grand Teton National Park highlighted the successes of the Great American Outdoors Act as its authorization nears expiration. The hearing showed that the GAOA has the potential to drive meaningful improvements in infrastructure, public access, and outdoor recreation opportunities, while still implementing much-needed reforms to improve the legislation,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “I look forward to continuing to work with my colleagues and local communities to protect these national treasures and support rural economies.” "The Natural Resources Committee is focused on modernizing and maintaining our national parks ahead of America’s 250th birthday next year. The field hearing in Grand Teton National Park gave us a firsthand look at how the Great American Outdoors Act is delivering critical investments to our national parks and where we must improve. I appreciate the opportunity to hear from local stakeholders and see projects completed through the Great American Outdoors Act. These conversations and experiences are crucial to guiding our work reauthorizing and improving this legislation,” said House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) Background: Despite $5.32 billion in funding to the National Park Service since 2021, the deferred maintenance backlog has increased by $10.3 billion, raising concerns about data accuracy, project prioritization, and transparency in spending. During the hearing, the House Natural Resources Committee members heard from experts who are on the ground to help identify the most effective ways to expand public access, modernize park infrastructure, and diversify funding sources, while demanding stronger oversight to ensure tax… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:10:29Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-introduces-bipartisan-bill-empower-states | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Empower States with Greater Flexibility in Highway Funding | 2025-08-12 | 2025 | 2025-08 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswomen Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) and Dina Titus (NV-01) introduced the Highway Funding Transferability Improvement Act, a bipartisan bill that will provide state Departments of Transportation (DOTs) with greater flexibility in managing federal highway funds. Currently, approximately 90% of federal highway funding is distributed to states through a complex set of formula-based programs, including the National Highway Performance Program, Surface Transportation Block Grant Program, Highway Safety Improvement Program, and others. Under existing law, states may only transfer up to 50% of funding from any one formula program to another. The Highway Funding Transferability Improvement Act raises that cap to 75%, empowering states to better prioritize and allocate resources to meet their unique transportation needs. By allowing states to shift a greater share of funds between programs, the bill enhances their ability to respond to pressing infrastructure challenges with agility and efficiency. “States know best where their most urgent transportation needs lie,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “This commonsense, bipartisan legislation gives states the flexibility they need to invest in high-priority infrastructure projects that will improve safety, reduce congestion, and enhance economic competitiveness. It ensures that Wyoming, and every other state, can make the most effective use of federal resources.” "As a Senior Member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, I am working to improve the movement of people and products around Southern Nevada," said Congresswoman Titus. "By providing flexibility for funding, this bill will support projects that will be most transformative to Southern Nevadans, whether by reducing congestion on our roads, making them safer, or making them more resilient." “AASHTO's core policy principles for surface transportation reauthorization call on Congress to strengthen the federally-assisted state administered program by increasing transferability among … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T14:57:50Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-praises-valid-acts-inclusion-senates-road-housing-act | Congresswoman Hageman Praises the VALID Act’s Inclusion in the Senate’s ROAD to Housing Act | 2025-08-11 | 2025 | 2025-08 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) praised the Veterans Affairs Loan Informed Disclosure (VALID) Act’s inclusion in the Senate’s ROAD to Housing Act, which recently advanced out of the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee. Congresswoman Hageman co-led this bipartisan legislation with Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-7) to improve the homebuying process for veterans by ensuring they are fully informed about the benefits of VA home loans alongside FHA and conventional loans. “Veterans have sacrificed so much to protect our freedoms, and it is our responsibility to ensure they fully benefit from the programs designed to support them,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “The inclusion of the VALID Act in the ROAD to Housing Act is a critical step toward making the homebuying process more transparent and accessible for veterans. By clearly informing them of the advantages of VA home loans alongside other options, we empower our veterans to make the best financial decisions for their futures.” Currently, only 10 to 15 percent of eligible veterans utilize VA home loans, despite their potential to save thousands of dollars over the life of a mortgage. The VALID Act updates Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage disclosures to include VA home loan options and ensures lenders receive vital information about a borrower’s military service early in the application process. This change will help veterans compare loan options side-by-side and choose the most advantageous path to homeownership. The bill has been endorsed by the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP), the Broker Action Coalition, and the National Association of REALTORS®. Full text of the bill is available here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T14:57:50Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-applauds-interiors-decision-advance-coal-mining-antelope | Congresswoman Hageman Applauds Interior’s Decision to Advance Coal Mining at Antelope Mine | 2025-08-08 | 2025 | 2025-08 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Harriet Hageman today released the following statement applauding the U.S. Department of the Interior’s decision to approve the West Antelope II South Tract Mining Plan Modification. This action authorizes the recovery of 14.5 million tons of federally owned coal across approximately 857 federal acres in Converse and Campbell Counties and extends the operational life of the Antelope Mine through 2037. The Antelope Mine plays a key role in supplying low-sulfur, low-ash, subbituminous coal to utilities and industrial consumers across the country. With a rail-served facility and surface mining techniques, it is one of the Powder River Basin’s top energy producers. Congresswoman Hageman released the following statement: “The Department of the Interior's approval of the mining plan modification for the Antelope Mine is not only a major win for Wyoming, but a win for all national consumers of Wyoming’s energy. While this decision follows a rigorous, multi-year federal review process, it is important to recognize that it works hand in hand with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The OBBBA strengthens the long-term viability of operations like Antelope Mine by lowering federal royalty rates and making more land available for coal leasing. Together, these measures create a cohesive strategy that helps ensure Wyoming’s coal remains at the forefront of securing America’s energy independence. By aligning regulatory reform with economic incentives, this legislation supports both sustainable resource development and a robust energy future for the nation. Energy security is national security. I will continue fighting to ensure federal agencies work with us to unleash our resources, support our workers, and fuel our nation for generations to come.” For more information on the mining plan, visit https://www.osmre.gov/programs/regulating-active-coal-mines/federal-lands. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T14:57:50Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-votes-favor-historic-rescissions-package | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Votes in Favor of Historic Rescissions Package | 2025-07-18 | 2025 | 2025-07 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Harriet Hageman joined her Republican colleagues in passing a historic rescission package, sending it to President Trump’s desk. This measure removes $1.1 billion in annual federal funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (PBS & NPR), and $7.9 billion from USAID foreign aid programs, totaling $9 billion in reclaimed taxpayer dollars. The Congresswoman released the following statement: “For too long, American families have been forced to subsidize liberal-leaning media under the guise of ‘public service.’ When NPR/PBS were started, there were few options available. There are now so many different outlets that need for government funded media has been replaced by the free market, and public media now prioritizes far-left narratives over balanced journalism. This federal funding should not support woke indoctrination in children’s programming, including, drag queen story hours, political lectures from popular characters, and anti-American messaging, when parents can choose from a vast, private media landscape,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “In emergency situations like the recent Texas floods, taxpayers discovered private broadcasters stepped up with immediate alerts and lifesaving updates, while NPR affiliates lagged behind, remaining silent for hours. This proves that public safety is not uniquely tied to taxpayer-funded media. This rescission marks our first major strike against federal waste, fraud, and abuse, and it is just the beginning. We will continue to scrutinize every dollar the federal government claims it needs. American families deserve a government that is lean, accountable, and focused on results, not politicized media subsidies.” Examples of what we are defunding: PBS programming includes "Real Boy," a program about a trans teen, and "Our League" about a trans woman returning to her hometown $1 million for voter ID in Haiti $3 million for Iraqi Sesame Street $1 million for programs to strengthen the resilience of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgend… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T14:40:33Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/lummis-wy-delegation-introduce-legislation-modernize-wyoming-school-trust-fund | Lummis, WY Delegation Introduce Legislation to Modernize Wyoming School Trust Fund Investments | 2025-07-10 | 2025 | 2025-07 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), alongside Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) and Representative Harriet Hageman (R-WY), today introduced the Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act, legislation to amend Wyoming’s State Act of Admission to provide the state’s permanent school land fund with enhanced investment flexibility, potentially increasing annual returns for K-12 education. “Wyoming’s school trust fund represents one of our state’s most valuable assets for supporting public education and the next generation of Cowboy students,” said Senator Lummis. “My legislation would allow Wyoming to modernize our investment policies while maintaining the strong protections that have served this fund for more than a century. I believe we can do better for our kids by investing that money more strategically and increasing Wyoming’s returns. That result would mean millions of dollars more every year for Wyoming classrooms, without raising taxes or touching Wyoming’s principal.” “Wyoming has done an incredible job investing in the future of our students,” said Senator Barrasso. “The Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act will help build on this success by giving our state more flexibility when it comes to investing our permanent school land fund. Diversifying investments of this vital fund will increase resources for students and teachers across Wyoming.” “Wyoming’s students deserve every opportunity we can provide, and that starts with strengthening the long-term stability of our education funding,” said Representative Hageman. “The Wyoming Education Trust Modernization Act is a commonsense, forward-looking solution that honors our constitutional protections while unlocking the full potential of our permanent school land fund. By allowing for modern investment strategies, we can responsibly increase returns and better support K-12 education. This is about keeping our promises to future generations and ensuring that Wyoming’s children benefit from the resources entrusted to the state over a century ago.” … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T14:40:33Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-celebrates-landmark-15th-town-hall-2025 | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Celebrates Landmark 15th Town Hall of 2025 | 2025-06-20 | 2025 | 2025-06 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) today hosted her 15th town hall of the year, marking another milestone in her commitment to hold at least one meeting in each of Wyoming’s 23 counties annually. With two-thirds of counties already reached, Congresswoman Hageman is well on track to fulfill her promise for a third consecutive year. “I promised to host a town hall in every county, every year, and I am continuing to honor that promise in 2025, just as I did in 2024. After several weeks in Washington, there were many issues to discuss, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, public lands, sanctuary cities, election reform, and so much more. I value the opportunity to hear ideas, feedback, and questions from my constituents. Thank you to everyone who showed up to one of my town halls this past week to ask questions and express your concerns,” said Hageman. Look out for upcoming town halls near you by subscribing to Congresswoman Hageman’s newsletter at https://hageman.house.gov/join or by following her on social media @RepHageman. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T01:08:28Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-introduces-bill-stop-washington-dc-codifying-agency | Congresswoman Hageman Introduces Bill to Stop Washington, D.C. from Codifying Agency Deference | 2025-06-06 | 2025 | 2025-06 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Harriet Hageman introduced a bill aimed at halting the District of Columbia's efforts to codify Chevron deference, a practice that would empower unelected bureaucrats to interpret and enforce laws without adequate judicial oversight. “Washington, D.C.’s effort to codify Chevron deference is a direct response to the Supreme Court’s recent decision overturning Chevron and is nothing more than a political maneuver to give more power to unelected bureaucrats,” Hageman stated. “My bill ensures D.C. courts maintain their independence and upholds the principle that judges, not agencies, should interpret the law when there is a dispute. We cannot allow the administrative state to circumvent the Constitution by granting agencies unchecked power.” The legislation underscores the role of Congress in overseeing Washington, DC and limiting the reach of administrative agencies to substantively change the law through “interpretation,” thereby reinforcing the principle that courts must exercise independent judgment in interpreting the law. The bill reflects a broader movement across the country to protect judicial review, preserve due process for litigants in their disputes with the government, require agencies to comply with the law as it is written rather than as they would like it to be, and prevent the growth of the administrative state. Through this legislation, Congress can help advance the relief achieved in Loper Bright by blocking these political efforts in Washington, D.C. Background: For decades the courts outsourced their interpretative authority pursuant to the judicially created doctrine known as Chevron deference, which required judges to “defer” to an agency’s interpretation of the meaning of statutes. In Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the Supreme Court overturned the Chevron deference doctrine, requiring courts to independently interpret the law and curbing unchecked agency power. In March, the D.C. Council enacted a temporary law requiring courts to defer to t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:34:38Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-insists-blm-listen-cooperators-they-consider-amendments | Congresswoman Hageman Insists BLM Listen to Cooperators as They Consider Amendments to the Rock Springs Resource Managment Plan | 2025-06-05 | 2025 | 2025-06 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Hageman welcomed a Wednesday announcement confirming that cooperating agencies will have an opportunity to once again meet with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to discuss amendments to the Rock Springs Resource Management Plan (RMP). “The long-term economic harm of this RMP cannot be overstated. The current Biden plan fundamentally conflicts with the decades-long work undertaken by the stakeholders as they developed a reasonable RMP that complies with FLPMA. The previous administration, in its effort to elevate “conservation” over the statutory required multiple use policies, violated long-standing land use law.” Hageman stated, “As BLMreturns to the drawing board, it is important that they protect our legacy industries and access for recreation. FLPMA is clear in its mandate regarding what types of uses are allowed on these federal lands, and BLM need look no further than the law itself to carry out congressional intent. I have every expectation that the current administration will fully engage with the local community and the cooperators and we will end up with a more robust RMP as a result.” Congresswoman Hageman has engaged with the BLM since being elected and has urged them to select the alternative that protected our long history of multiple-use management, including energy production, mining, grazing and recreation. Upon the BLM’s publication of the revised RMP in the fall of 2023, through which it chose the most restrictive alternative possible, Congresswoman Hageman has worked to block its implementation, including introducing a bill to do just that. Background: The Rock Springs RMP covers 3.6 million acres of BLM-administered surface estate and 3.7 million acres of mineral estate in portions of southwest Wyoming. Of the four alternatives analyzed during the planning process, the BLM selected the most restrictive and least studied of them all. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:34:38Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/pettersen-van-hollen-boozman-hageman-williams-kim-introduce-bipartisan | Pettersen, Van Hollen, Boozman, Hageman, Williams, Kim Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Homebuying Process for Veterans | 2025-06-03 | 2025 | 2025-06 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) – alongside Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and John Boozman (R-AR) and Representatives Harriet Hageman (WY-AL), Nikema Williams (GA-05), and Young Kim (CA-40) – introduced the Veterans Affairs Loan Informed Disclosure Act of 2025 (VALID Act). Despite potentially offering thousands of dollars in savings over the life of a loan, VA loans are underused – with only 10% to 15% of eligible veterans using the benefit, and some states as low as 6%. The bill introduced today provides a simple fix, ensuring veterans see VA loan options clearly laid out alongside conventional and FHA loans when applying for an FHA mortgage – making it easier to choose the best option for their needs. Specifically, this bipartisan legislation would update Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage disclosures to include VA Home Loans alongside FHA and conventional loan options. The bill would also ensure lenders are provided with important information regarding an applicant’s military service so they can provide information about VA loans early in the homebuying process. “Our veterans put everything on the line to defend us, but far too often come home without the support they need,” said Pettersen. “No veteran should miss out on a benefit they’ve earned simply because they didn’t know it was an option. At a time when finding an affordable home is harder than ever, ensuring veterans have clear access to every funding resource available is critical. This legislation helps make homeownership possible and builds long-term stability for the brave men and women who’ve served our country.” “We enjoy freedom in America due to the incredible sacrifices of our servicemen and women,” said Hageman. “Guaranteeing that our veterans receive the care and benefits they deserve is the least we can do. The VALID Act provides for this assurance by ensuring our veterans are informed of the advantageous home loan programs available to them as they chart their future." “Our veterans have earned… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T01:08:28Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-taylor-introduces-connors-law-requiring-english-proficiency-cdl | Congressman Taylor Introduces Connor’s Law, Requiring English Proficiency for CDL Drivers | 2025-05-29 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Dave Taylor (OH-02) and Representative Harriet Hageman (WY-AL) today announced the introduction of Connor’s Law, which will codify President Trump’s Executive Order requiring CDL drivers to maintain a basic proficiency in English in order to be licensed to drive on American roads. This bill includes an out-of-service provision, which will revoke CDL licensure from any current license holders who fail to adhere to language requirements. Representatives Mike Collins (GA-10), Paul Gosar (AZ-08), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), and Brad Finstad (MN-01) joined Congressman Taylor in the introduction of this bill. In 2017, an 18-year-old named Connor Dzion was killed in an automobile accident in Northern Florida by a distracted truck driver who was found unable to speak English or read signs warning of upcoming traffic. Although English standards were initially included in the qualification process for commercial drivers, previous Democratic administrations removed violations of English Language Proficiency (ELP) from the out-of-service criteria. This action made CDL requirements more lax and increased the risk of accidents on the road, like the one that resulted in Connor’s death. Due to this, Congressional action is needed to restore proper CDL requirements and ensure safety on American roads. “It’s Ohio common sense that if you want to drive trucks on our Nation’s roads, you should be able to read the road signs,” said Congressman Taylor. “Tragic deaths like Connor’s are absolutely preventable, and it starts with ensuring drivers operating large and heavy commercial vehicles are capable of being alerted to hazards and updates on the road. President Trump demonstrated leadership through his executive order requiring CDL drivers to speak English, which paved the way for driver safety, and I’m proud to introduce this bill to codify it and do the same.” "Requiring truck drivers to be proficient in reading and speaking the English language is just common sense,” said Rep. Harriet Hageman. “Drivin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-supported-bill-advances-designating-zip-code-town-mills-wy | Hageman Supported Bill Advances Designating a ZIP Code for the Town of Mills, WY | 2025-05-22 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Legislation supported by Congresswoman Hageman to designate a unique ZIP Code to the Town of Mills, Wyoming passed out of the Committee of Oversight and Government Reform on Wednesday. “It is important that each of our municipalities have the tools they need to fulfill their duties to their constituents.” Hageman stated, “I’ve been working with Mayor Juarez on this issue to ensure that Mills residents are able to receive their mail, that no barriers exist for municipal operations, and that the census is accurate. The passage of the bill is a win for the people of Mills and for Wyoming as our municipalities continue to be beacons of excellence for those living within them, and I look forward to its consideration by the full House of Representatives.” In addition to its impact on mail service, lacking a unique ZIP Code puts public safety at risk with delayed emergency management service response times and further convoluted voter registration. H.R. 672 solves these challenges and allows for the accurate reflection of the boundaries of Mills addresses. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-votes-one-big-beautiful-bill-act | Hageman Votes for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act | 2025-05-22 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Hageman voted for, and the House passed, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This bill fulfills the mandate issued by the American people in November and delivers on President Trump’s agenda by cutting taxes, securing the border, and unleashing American energy. “In November, commonsense was restored and the American people spoke with a clear voice – unleash American energy, secure the southern border, and restore the economy. Today, the House passed legislation to deliver on President Trump’s promise. I worked diligently to ensure Wyoming’s voice was reflected in this historic legislation, including: unleashing our coal industry, accessing more of our oil and gas, increasing timber production, repealing IRA green spending, eliminating costly Biden regulations, rescinding the taxation, regulation and registration of suppressors, and more,” stated Rep. Hageman. “We also voted to prevent tax hikes on Wyomingites and our businesses, provided the resources needed to secure our border and stop the flow of illegal immigrants and deadly drugs into our country, and enacted critical spending reforms.” Background Budget reconciliation allows for expedited consideration of certain tax, spending, and debt limit legislation and is the primary opportunity for this Republican majority to deliver for the American people. Key provisions of the bill which raise revenue and achieve budgetary savings include: - Enacts $1.6 trillion in mandatory savings - Ends the coal moratorium, reduces coal royalty rates, and mandates the Secretary of Interior to lease federal coal resources - Resumes quarterly oil and gas leases, reversing Biden’s anti-energy policies - Requires BLM and USFS to increase timber production by 25% and to offer a certain number of 20-year contracts to better manage our forests - Establishes a fee structure for aliens who seek to file immigration-related applications and processes, ensuring the cost of immigration benefits are not subsidized by American taxpayers - Provides… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-joins-wyoming-law-enforcement-officers-honor-officer-nevada-krinkee | Hageman Joins Wyoming Law Enforcement Officers to Honor Officer Nevada Krinkee of Sheridan | 2025-05-14 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – This week Congresswoman Hageman joined Law Enforcement Officers from across Wyoming in the nation’s capital to honor the life of Seargent Nevada Krinkee from Sheridan, WY. “I am humbled to take a moment to recognize Seargent Nevada Krinkee. His death shook our state and law enforcement community to the core and left his family without a father and a husband. Seargent Krinkee is an example of someone who selflessly served his country, both in the U.S. Army and as a Sheridan police officer. His life will be remembered in Wyoming for generations.” Hageman stated, “He was a man of honor and integrity and serves as an example to all of us of living a life for the betterment of others. This week was a particularly special opportunity to join with some of Seargent Krinkee’s colleagues and to ensure his name is ever etched in our hearts and on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. I encourage all of Wyoming to take a moment to visit the memorial when you have the opportunity and, when you do, to pray for the perseverance and peace of mind for his wife and young daughter.” National Police Week is a collaborative effort of many organizations dedicated to honoring America’s law enforcement community and is taking place May 11-17th, 2025. Pictured above: The Wyoming Delegation with the Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police Executive Board. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hagemans-bill-protect-upper-colorado-river-basin-fund-passes-house | Hageman’s Bill to Protect the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund Passes House of Representatives | 2025-05-13 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman’s bill requiring the Bureau of Reclamation and Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) to analyze the economic consequences that bypass flows at Glen Canyon Dam have had on the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund, passed the House of Representatives earlier today. Representative Hageman stated, “Our water and energy-producing infrastructure must be protected. America needs more hydropower, not less of it. Reducing hydropower generation is counterintuitive and my bill addresses that by keeping the Basin Fund intact as a short-term means ensuring operating, maintenance and other expenses are paid so that this dispatchable and reliable energy source remains viable for everyone dependent on this supply.” Background: The Biden-Harris Administration’s Colorado River Long Term Experimental Management Plan SEIS Record of Decision (ROD) was signed on July 5, 2024, with Reclamation implementation beginning just three days later, on July 8. The ROD calls for bypass flows at Glen Canyon Dam, meaning higher flows to combat the presence of predatory smallmouth bass that threaten the federally protected humpback chub. These higher flows bypass hydropower generators in order to cool the river temperature below the dam to attempt to disrupt smallmouth bass downstream. The lost hydropower generation must be replaced with power purchased on the open market at more expensive prices during the middle of summer peak electricity demand. The WAPA makes these purchases from the Upper Colorado River Basin Fund, which is financed by power revenues; or, in other words, it is customer funded. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hagemans-expedited-appeals-review-act-passes-house-representatives | Hageman’s Expedited Appeals Review Act Passes the House of Representatives | 2025-05-13 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Hageman’s Expedited Appeals Review Act (EARA) passed the House of Representatives. The bill will provide those individuals and businesses appealing before the Department of the Interior’s Board of Land Appeals (IBLA) the opportunity to file for an expedited review so they can quickly go to court in front of a neutral arbiter. Under current law, challengers of an agency decision within the Department of Interior (DOI), must appeal to the IBLA, an administrative court that is also housed within the DOI itself. The use of administrative courts poses a variety of constitutional issues, including in relation to the separation of powers, as the agencies who adopt the regulations then pursue enforcement of them through their own in-house court system, such as the IBLA. This system tips the scale in favor of the agency who enjoy outsized success before their own courts, with the DOI winning 98% of the challenges that are filed before the IBLA and decided on the merits. “After spending three decades practicing law and witnessing cases argued before agency-appointed judges on numerous occasions, and then being forced to wait as the IBLA delayed issuing a decision, it is fulfilling to see this bill to move forward,” Hageman stated. “The government works for the people, not the other way around. The EARA creates an alternative path for expedited review, allowing stakeholders to request an accelerated decision of their appeals within six months of the request. It gives parties the opportunity to expedite the process and pursue an impartial route in circumstances where the IBLA is failing to timely address matters under its review.” House Natural Resource Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) said in support of the bill, “As of today, there are more than 650 backlogged appeals before the Interior Board of Land Appeals, some a decade old. Ms. Hageman’s bill will revive the process and ensure appellants get their day in court by requiring the board to issue final decisions in a tim… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-introduces-no-student-visas-sanctuary-cities-act | CONGRESSWOMAN HAGEMAN INTRODUCES NO STUDENT VISAS FOR SANCTUARY CITIES ACT | 2025-05-07 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Earlier today Congresswoman Hageman introduced the No Student Visas for Sanctuary Cities Act, an action which will hold sanctuary cities accountable for their violation of federal law and for their aiding of illegal aliens. The bill seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit student visas for educational institutions in sanctuary jurisdictions. "Leftist proponents of open borders, or no borders at all, have infiltrated many of our states, cities, and counties and caused the so- called leaders within them to completely undermine the rule of law. Instead of protecting their citizens, sanctuary city officials have chosen those here unlawfully - many of them members of international cartels and other transnational criminal organizations - over their constituents.” She stated. “Prohibiting student visas is an accountability measure to pressure obstructors of justice to take action in complying with the rules set forth by Congressional representatives of the American people.” Original co-sponsors of the bill include Brandon Gill (TX-26), Paul Gosar, (AZ-9), and Troy Nehls, (TX-22). This legislation fortifies the President’s Executive Order issued last week holding sanctuary cities liable for obstruction of justice. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hagemans-house-natural-resource-committee-sets-america-path-increased-energy | HAGEMAN’S HOUSE NATURAL RESOURCE COMMITTEE SETS AMERICA ON A PATH OF INCREASED ENERGY AND MINERAL PRODUCTION AND WORKS TO BLOCK THE BUFFALO AND ROCK SPRINGS RMPs | 2025-05-07 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – In a House Natural Resource Committee markup yesterday, as part of the budget reconciliation process, Congresswoman Hageman worked with her colleagues to generate $18.5 billion in revenue for the United States by bolstering the extraction of energy and mineral resources in states like Wyoming. Now passed by the Committee, the next step is consideration by the Budget Committee. “America is $36 trillion and counting in debt, and Congressional Republicans are working to reconcile the budget to advance reforms which put us back on the right track. Wyoming can generate extensive revenues through our rich energy portfolio, but has long been stifled by bad actors peddling a crazed ‘green energy’ political agenda rather than leveraging our energy capital to better the lives of everyday Americans. Through this markup, we are answering President Trump’s call to unleash American energy through a litany of proposals that will mandate oil, gas, and coal leasing, lower coal royalty rates to pre-Inflation Reduction Act levels, promote federal mineral leasing, mandate coal lease sales and stipulate the requirements for such lease sales, roll-back the federal coal moratorium, and more.” Hageman said, “Included in this package, of incredibly high importance to Wyomingites, is the prohibition of the implementation of the Buffalo and Rock Springs Resource Management Plans.” Congresswoman Hageman worked with local County Commissioners from across Wyoming who submitted letters expressing the disparate impact of the Resource Management Plans on their counties and the communities within. Hageman delivered the letters to the Committee as part of the hearing and to serve as direct evidence from her constituents that this action must take place. She concluded, "I could not be more proud of my colleagues on the Natural Resources Committee who took a stand today to allow for a more prosperous tomorrow. Our future is promising and by getting government out of the way, we can expect affordable, reliable and dispatchable e… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/harriet-hageman-selected-green-and-gold-congressional-aide-program | Harriet Hageman Selected for the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program | 2025-05-05 | 2025 | 2025-05 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Hageman's office has been selected for the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program. The program offers eligible veterans, Gold Star Families, and active-duty spouses a two-year paid fellowship within the U.S. House of Representatives with a goal to provide hands-on experience and professional exposure, expanding career prospects for participants. “Wyoming has an incredible veteran population, and my office serves as a resource to assist them with receiving their benefits and ensuring our active military and veteran community are well represented in Congress. It's important that we honor our service members with Congressional assistance provided by someone who understands their needs due to personal experience and this program will do just that." Representative Hageman stated, "I am pleased to be working with the House of Representatives to help ensure veterans and military personnel living in Wyoming have access to our federal government and the care and services they have earned.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:49:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/harriet-hageman-join-trump-administration-officials-press-conference-support | Harriet Hageman to Join Trump Administration Officials For a Press Conference in Support of the Maude Family Upon USDA Announcing Criminal Charges Dropped | 2025-04-29 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Hageman will join U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, Attorney General Pam Bondi, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Krisi Noem and Charles and Heather Maude on Wednesday, April 30th following the USDA’s announcement to drop criminal charges against the ranching family. Charles Maude and his wife Heather, who is a Wyoming native, were served with separate federal grand jury indictments on June 24, 2024 for alleged theft of government property. The Maudes, like many ag producers in very similar situations, had a portion of federal grasslands that has been incorporated in their ranching operation since the early 1900’s which was the focus of the dispute. This is the culmination of a case that will set precedent for the relationship between the federal land-management agencies and their agricultural partners moving forward. WHAT: Press conference in support of Maude family following announcement that U.S. government has dropped all criminal charges against the family. WHEN: Wednesday, April 30th, 7:00am MT/9:00am ET. WHERE: The livestream link is here: www.usda.gov/live ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T18:06:22Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-visits-sheridan-va-house-veterans-affairs-committee | Congresswoman Hageman Visits Sheridan VA with House Veterans’ Affairs Committee | 2025-04-24 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Sheridan, WY – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman and her team joined staff members of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee for an oversight visit to the Sheridan Veterans’ Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) to review veteran care, facility conditions, and the implementation of recent reforms aimed at improving outcomes for Wyoming veterans. This visit was driven by multiple concerning reports received by Rep. Hageman’s office indicating that the Sheridan VAMC was not fulfilling its mission with transparency, efficiency, and accountability. “Our Wyoming veterans are incredibly important to me, to their communities, and to our state as a whole. It is of utmost importance that we give these men and women the medical care that is due them,” said Rep. Hageman. “I have had numerous constituents reach out to me with legitimate concerns around their treatment at the Sheridan VA, and after gathering substantial information, those concerns culminated with today's visit. My advocacy for veterans will continue well past today, and I will work with my team, the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and local stakeholders to ensure that our veterans receive the care they deserve.” The visit included meetings with local service providers and staff on issues ranging from mental health services to claims processing and facility modernization needs. The visit reflects Congresswoman Hageman’s ongoing commitment to protecting those who wore the uniform and ensuring federal agencies operate with the accountability and urgency our veterans deserve. There are over 45,000 veterans in Wyoming, and Congresswoman Hageman will continue to advocate for them all. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:33:40Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hagemans-statement-budget-resolution-vote | Congresswoman Hageman's Statement on the Budget Resolution Vote | 2025-04-10 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – “Voters gave us a mandate to act on the America First Agenda, and reconciliation is key to delivering on the promises that we made. Before deciding to vote in favor of this budget, I met with President Trump to discuss Wyoming’s priorities in relation to the budget process, and we are in agreement on the best path to implement lasting change. I voted today to move forward in the budget reconciliation process, because this will allow us to draft legislation to pursue those priorities and pass laws that will benefit not only Wyoming, but the country as a whole. We’re building a stronger future where energy independence, economic freedom, and American values thrive,” said Rep. Hageman. ### Contact: Esteban Elizondo, Communications Director | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:33:40Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-champions-conservation-easement-reform | Congresswoman Hageman Champions Conservation Easement Reform | 2025-04-09 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Congresswomen Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Julie Fedorchak (R-ND), introduced the Landowner Easement Rights Act. This bill would prohibit the Department of the Interior (DOI) from entering into new conservation easements exceeding 30 years and empower landowners to renegotiate terms, renew agreements, or buy back conservation easements at fair market value. This does not prevent Americans from entering into conservation easements or force them to renegotiate easements they wish to continue, but instead provides optionality to those seeking to change their agreements, an option not currently available. “Under our current system of perpetual conservation easements, the devil is in the details. Americans seeking new means of conservation and financial returns on their land enter conservation easements and soon discover they’ve ceded some of their most important private property rights, including development rights and management decisions, to third parties who increasingly work more as government agents than with the landowner. Intergenerational land use restrictions can cause serious problems with little to no recourse. This bill ends the current policy and allows a landowner to enter into time-limited conservation easements, thereby ensuring that each generation can make decisions regarding their property,” said Rep. Hageman. “North Dakota landowners are among the best stewards of our natural resources, and they don’t need the federal government locking up their land forever,” Rep. Fedorchak said. “Easements shouldn't last multiple generations. This bill restores balance, gives landowners flexibility, and allows them the freedom to reassess, renegotiate, and reclaim control over their property. Conservation should be a partnership, not a one-sided permanent restriction.” “No one has the right to permanently impair the property rights of future generations, but that is exactly the role forever conservation easements play,” said Margaret Byfield, Executive Director of American Stewards for L… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:33:40Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-applauds-president-trumps-executive-order-coal | Congresswoman Hageman Applauds President Trump’s Executive Order on Coal | 2025-04-08 | 2025 | 2025-04 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, President Trump issued Reinvigorating America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Industry, a massive win for Wyoming coal. Rep. Hageman is a champion for Wyoming coal in Congress, serving as co-chair of the Coal Caucus and spearheading legislation to overturn the Buffalo RMP and increase coal leasing in the Powder River Basin. These policies and more are included in the President’s order, fulfilling his promise to unleash American energy and bolster our prosperity. “Coal is the energy of the future – Wyoming understands that, and so does President Trump. This is yet another promise made and delivered from President Trump, and one which rightly recognizes that coal is key to powering the great American comeback. Decades of dystopian environmental policies manifested in the Obama and Biden presidencies, the Inflation Reduction Act, and more, all designed to shutter Wyoming and decrease the affordability and reliability of American power. I do not believe that the role of the federal government is to force despair on its people, and neither does President Trump. Today is a win for Wyoming and a win for America,” said Rep. Hageman. This executive order implements policy to maximize current coal mining operations and encourage new projects for generations to come. This includes streamlining coal leasing, providing royalty rate relief, prioritizing coal exports, designating metallurgical coal as a critical mineral, and expanding categorical exclusions for coal. This executive order is on top of actions already taken by President Trump to stave off coal power plant closures and nullify harmful Biden regulations. Since assuming office in 2023, Rep. Hageman has introduced legislation to terminate the Biden administration’s Buffalo RMP revision, end the federal coal moratorium, and require leasing of federal coal reserves. As a member of the Natural Resources Committee, she is also working to include coal policy derived from her bills and the President’s executive order in the budget reconciliation process… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:33:40Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-plans-future-events-be-held-virtually-because-democrat-threats-0 | Hageman Plans Future Events to Be Held Virtually Because of Democrat Threats of Violence | 2025-03-25 | 2025 | 2025-03 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) today announced her office is changing the way town hall meetings with constituents are conducted, at least in the short-term, based on recent incidents at public events, credible threats to Hageman, and the related national outbursts of politically motivated violence and attempts at intimidation. Until now, Hageman has held town hall meetings in person in public venues, but that will shift to tele-town halls or virtual settings until it is safer for all Wyomingites. Hageman had previously announced town hall meetings on March 28 in Cheyenne and March 29 in Torrington, both will now be held via tele town hall at the same date and times as previously announced. Laramie County residents may sign up here and Goshen County residents may sign up here. Since running for Congress in 2022, Hageman has held 75 in-person town halls, with at least three occurring in each of Wyoming’s 23 counties. Over that time, 73 of those meetings have occurred without incident, even though there has been spirited discussion with constituents at each one. In the past week, however, one town hall erupted in chaos fomented by activists, resulting in tense confrontations that threatened to spiral out of control. At a town hall in Laramie on March 19, hundreds of protestors organized by the local Albany County Democratic Party and national influencers made such consistent and sustained disruptions that “shouts, boos and explicit language filled the theater,” according to local news coverage. Because of the events in Laramie, more than 20 officers from multiple agencies were assigned to keep the peace at a town hall in Wheatland the next day on March 20. Despite the law enforcement presence, an attendee followed Hageman leaving the venue and initiated a physical confrontation with staff, into which local police were forced to intervene. Hageman also reported that staff in her Washington, D.C. and Wyoming offices have received numerous, credible threatening phone calls and emails, curre… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T00:15:27Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-bill-protect-rural-postal-facilities | Hageman Introduces Bill to Protect Rural Postal Facilities | 2025-02-21 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Representatives Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), introduced the Postal Processing Protection Act to require the United States Postal Service (USPS) to follow the same standards for closing or consolidating sorting, distribution, or processing facilities as it does for storefront post offices under existing law. Senators Mike Rounds (R-SD) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) are leading the Senate version of the bill. Under this bill, if USPS moves forward with such a closure or consolidation, it must notify the affected community and provide the reasoning behind its decision. Additionally, USPS would be required to wait at least 60 days after notification before proceeding, allowing those impacted to appeal the closure to the Postal Regulatory Commission, which would have up to 120 days to review the appeal. "Without these protections, USPS can arbitrarily close or consolidate processing and distribution centers, leaving rural communities—like so many in Wyoming—dependent on facilities in distant cities outside their state,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “Such closures threaten the timely and secure delivery of mail, including election mail and life-saving medications, and disrupt local jobs.” “The Postal Processing Protection Act stands as a crucial safeguard, ensuring that mail processing centers remain to serve our communities nationwide,” said Congressman Cleaver. “By preserving these centers and examining the consequences of their potential closures, we uphold the continuity of essential services, mitigate the far-reaching consequences of their elimination, and alleviate the burden on an already strained postal service. It’s a measure that not only preserves efficiency but also reinforces the interconnectedness of each and every community throughout the country. I am proud to introduce the bipartisan Postal Processing Protection Act alongside Congresswoman Hageman and look forward to working together to avoid fractures in the postal service delivery network by first studying the effect… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-legislation-reinforce-parental-rights-education | Hageman Introduces Legislation to Reinforce Parental Rights in Education | 2025-02-20 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswomen Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Mary Miller (R-IL) introduced the Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency Act to provide parents with clear and timely information about their children’s education and require direct parental consent for certain school activities. Current law requires schools to notify parents annually about activities involving the collection, disclosure, or use of personal student information, as well as surveys containing sensitive questions or non-emergency, invasive physical examinations, but many districts ignore these requirements. This bill enhances enforcement of existing law by requiring additional notification and written parental consent at least two weeks before a child participates in any such activities. Representative Hageman stated, “Parents have a fundamental right to be actively involved in their children’s education and privacy. Yet, too often, that right is undermined by school officials who exclude parents. While most teachers are dedicated professionals, activist bureaucrats continue to push their leftist agendas on children and sideline families. This bill empowers parents to stay informed and engaged in decisions about their children’s education and personal data.” "Rep. Hageman's Parental Oversight and Transparency Act puts much-needed teeth on the Pupil Protection Rights Amendment (PPRA). Schools too often forget to give parents proper notification about potentially invasive surveys given to their children during the school day. This bill ensures parents are provided with a timely notice and are given enough time to review materials before they are administered, allowing parents to opt their children out of intrusive or divisive surveys. Parents Defending Education Action is proud to endorse this bill." – Parents Defending Education Action “We are grateful to Rep. Hageman and Rep. Miller for introducing the Parental Oversight and Educational Transparency Act,” said Meg Kilgannon, Senior Fellow for Education Studies at the Family Resou… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-inform-act-improve-usps-transparency | Hageman Introduces the INFORM Act to Improve USPS Transparency | 2025-02-12 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman, alongside Congressman Jared Golden (D-ME), introduced the Instituting Notification Formalities on Reorganizing Mail (INFORM) Act of 2025 to improve transparency and accountability within USPS. This bill responds to USPS’s failure to properly notify customers about significant reforms under its Delivering for America (DFA) Plan which has exacerbated delays and increased costs, particularly in rural areas. The INFORM Act enhances transparency by requiring USPS to post physical notices in affected post offices when requesting an advisory opinion from the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC), ensuring the public is informed about proposed changes, impacts, timelines, and opportunities for input. “I have heard from USPS employees and customers in Wyoming frustrated by postal service disruptions with no clear resolution in sight,” said Rep. Hageman. “The Postal Regulatory Commission found that the Delivering for America plan would negatively impact Wyoming and other rural states, yet USPS continues to pursue these changes without properly informing the public. One glaring example from the Advisory Opinion reveals that mail sent from central to western Wyoming would be diverted through four processing facilities in three different states, causing substantial delays. When mail service is disrupted, USPS customers—who rely on it for everything from prescription medications to business operations—deserve clear and timely notice. This bill helps protect Americans from being blindsided by future reforms.” “Over several years, Mainers have been blindsided by proposed changes to postal operations that would undermine service and delivery times, particularly in rural Maine,” said Rep. Golden. “USPS is slow to respond to questions from the public, routinely refuses to share information, and gives short notice of new proposals or public comment deadlines. Mainers, through great effort, have nonetheless successfully fought off closures and consolidation, but it shouldn’t be this ha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/western-lawmakers-urge-president-trump-delist-grizzly-bears | Western Lawmakers Urge President Trump Delist Grizzly Bears | 2025-02-07 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Representatives Harriet Hageman (R-WY), Russ Fulcher (R-ID), Ryan Zinke (R-MT), and Troy Downing (R-MT), urged President Trump and Department of Interior (DOI) Secretary Doug Burgum to reverse a last-minute Biden Administration policy proposal to reclassify grizzly populations into a single Distinct Population Segment (DPS) and its decision to deny Wyoming and Montana’s petitions to delist grizzlies in the Greater Yellowstone (GYE) and Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem (NCDE). Creating a single DPS that spans all six grizzly bear recovery areas—covering nearly all of Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming—undermines species revitalization efforts and endangers communities affected by exploding grizzly populations. The letter ultimately calls on the current administration to return management of recovered grizzly populations to state wildlife agencies, where it rightfully belongs. “Instead of celebrating one of the greatest conservation success stories in American history, states were punished for doing their job too well,” Rep. Hageman stated. “The previous administration’s agenda-driven reasoning against delisting the grizzly is absurd: because grizzlies have expanded beyond their designated recovery zones, they supposedly cannot be delisted. My colleagues and I are optimistic that President Trump's administration will restore sensibility by delisting the grizzly bear and returning management to state control.” “The grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Area have fully recovered, just ask the wildlife experts and locals who see it firsthand every day,” Rep. Zinke said. “Congresswoman Hagaman and I are asking Secretary Burgum to recognize this conservation win and return management of grizzlies back to the states. At this point, ESA protection for the grizzly is about government control of land and resources, not about true conservation. If we are managing populations based on science, instead of a radical green agenda, the grizzly would have been delisted decades ago. ” “I was very di… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-legislation-bolster-gun-industry-protections-against | Hageman Introduces Legislation to Bolster Gun Industry Protections Against Politically Motivated Lawsuits | 2025-02-06 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman introduced the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) Federal Jurisdiction Act, and Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) is introducing the Senate companion bill. This legislation strengthens legal defenses against frivolous lawsuits aimed at bankrupting gun makers and undermining constitutional freedoms. Amending the PLCAA will ensure firearm manufacturers can remove cases to federal court, while also providing for fair legal proceedings and more consistent application of procedural rules. Rep. Hageman stated, “Anti-Second Amendment activists have long used lawfare as a weapon to attack our constitutional rights. Throughout my time in Congress, I’ve consistently defended law-abiding gunowners. This legislation reinforces my commitment by ensuring radical gun-control advocates cannot hurt firearm manufactures by filing politically motivated cases in state courts.” Background: The PLCAA was enacted in 2005 to shield gun manufacturers and dealers from liability when their legally made and sold products are later misused in crimes. However, due to a loophole in federal law, these cases often remain stuck in activist-run state courts rather than being moved to a more neutral federal venue. Right now, because the PLCAA does not include a clear path for removal to federal court, defendants (gun manufacturers) must rely on the federal question jurisdiction statute which is subject to the “well-pled complaint rule.” This rule limits removal to federal court by requiring that the legal grounds for removal be apparent in the plaintiff’s (anti-gun activists) complaint—completely ignoring the fact that the defendant’s legal rights under the PLCAA should allow them to seek a fairer venue. This enables state attorneys general to deliberately craft lawsuits to evade federal jurisdiction, ensuring these cases stay in courts where they can manipulate the system to advance their gun control agenda. ### Contact: Esteban Elizondo, Communications Director | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T23:42:11Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/anti-woke-caucus-calls-transparency-department-education-spending | Anti-Woke Caucus Calls for Transparency in Department of Education Spending | 2025-02-03 | 2025 | 2025-02 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC—Congresswoman Harriet Hageman and the Anti-Woke Caucus sent Acting Secretary of Education Denise Carter a letter identifying wasteful and divisive federal education programs that misallocated over $1 billion toward radical ideological programs including DEI initiatives, Critical Race Theory, and other race-based education schemes. Among the most egregious examples, the Department of Education awarded millions for racially exclusive teacher recruitment programs and “equity-centered” curriculum development that prioritizes ideology over academic excellence, exclusionary professional development training, and “social-emotional” learning instead of hard skills. “My colleagues and I urge Acting Secretary Carter to take immediate action in examining these harmful DEI programs and redirecting federal education funding toward policies that benefit all students,” said Rep. Hageman. “I applaud President Trump’s swift action to halt the reckless DEI programs that have plagued federal agencies for far too long, especially when it comes to educating our children. The Anti-Woke Caucus will continue to support President Trump’s efforts to scale back wasteful, counterproductive federal programs.” Nicki Neily, Executive Director, Parents Defending Education Action, stated, “He who pays the piper calls the tune—and for the past four years, states, districts, and universities got the message loud and clear, submitting grant proposals that prioritized race-centered programming rather than addressing the needs of all students. This poison was encouraged by the Biden Administration from day one, and we are now seeing the results of this fiscal mismanagement through the most recent NAEP scores. America betrayed a generation of children who can barely read and write because activists and bureaucrats chose to fund DEI over ABCs, and as a country we will be grappling with this fallout for decades to come.” Other signees from the Caucus include Representatives Glenn Grothman, Barry Moore, Josh Brecheen, Paul Gosar, Troy N… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:38:04Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-hageman-attends-president-trumps-signing-laken-riley-act-law | Congresswoman Hageman Attends President Trump's Signing of the Laken Riley Act into Law | 2025-01-29 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman stood alongside President Trump as he signed the Laken Riley Act into law. The signing marked a first step in the efforts to codify border security, and Congresswoman Hageman’s presence reflects her leadership and dedication to safeguarding the country. “The deaths of Laken Riley, Sarah Root, and countless others are an unnecessary and heartbreaking loss, and this is how we honor their memory,” said Congresswoman Hageman. “This legislation gives our state and federal law enforcement the tools they need to ensure criminal illegal aliens are detained and not given the opportunity to commit additional crimes. The American people demanded action on immigration, and this legislation is the first of many that will deliver on that promise. I am honored to stand with the President as he signs this bill into law and gives voice to the victims and their families who have suffered unspeakable loss as a result of the Biden-Harris Administration’s horrific border policies.” Background: The Laken Riley Act: Laken Riley was a 22-year-old nursing student murdered by an illegal alien on the University of Georgia’s campus on February 22, 2024. This legislation requires ICE to issue detainers and take custody of illegal aliens who committed theft, burglary, larceny, shoplifting, assault a law enforcement officer, or a crime that resulted in death or serious bodily injury to another person so they cannot commit additional crimes. It also allows state attorneys general to sue the Secretary of Homeland Security for injunctive relief if immigration actions harm their state or citizens. Sarah’s Law: Sarah Root was struck and killed by an illegal immigrant driving with a BAC more than three times over the legal limit. Her killer was released on bond and never seen again due to a loophole in federal law. This legislation closes the loophole that allowed her killer to avoid ICE detention. ### Contact: Esteban Elizondo, Communications Director | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-champions-private-property-rights-against-federal-intrusion | Hageman Champions Private Property Rights Against Federal Intrusion | 2025-01-28 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC— Congresswoman Harriet Hageman reintroduced the No Net Gain in Federal Lands Act, the PASTURES Act, and legislation to repeal the SUSTAINS Act to protect Wyoming’s landowners and preserve the fundamental constitutional right to own and manage private property. Hageman is pushing back against federal expansion and ensuring that land management decisions are returned to the hands of the people where they belong. By prioritizing private property rights and local control, Hageman’s legislation seeks to empower Wyoming landowners, provide more certainty for our communities, and safeguard our livelihoods as intended by the founders. The No Net Gain in Federal Lands Act stops the USDA and DOI from expanding federal land holdings without giving up a similar amount or value of acreage to the state. Hageman’s second bill, the PASTURES Act, will shield landowners bordering federally leased land by requiring agencies to construct fences before enforcing trespassing penalties after sudden permit adjustments. Finally, her third bill repeals the SUSTAINS Act, a misguided Pelosi-backed piece of legislation that changes USDA conservation programs to advance the United Nations’ natural capital accounting agenda on private lands. “The federal government already controls 640 million acres of land, along with a maintenance backlog of tens of billions of dollars, and I promise you they don’t need any more,” stated Rep. Hageman. “I’ve spent countless hours in court defending landowners from the feds and understand the compounding problems associated with federal land control. With Republican majorities now in Congress and President Trump in the White House, real change is within reach. We must block the USDA and DOI from expanding their real property empire, thereby protecting ranchers and innovators from federal overreach and the states from losing even more land to the federal behemoth. Private property is the foundation of our prosperity and freedom. The federal government has proven that it does a terrible job of m… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-leads-legislative-efforts-unleash-wyoming-energy-and-fight-federal | Hageman Leads Legislative Efforts to Unleash Wyoming Energy and Fight Federal Overreach | 2025-01-24 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC—Congresswoman Harriet Hageman reintroduced a NEPA reform bill, the Expression of Interest Sensibility Act, and the Expedited Appeals Review Act protect Wyoming’s energy industries and landowners. These bills are reintroductions which target federal regulations and administrative processes that stifle energy production, mineral leasing, and property rights essential to Wyoming’s economy. The first bill addresses agency abuses related to implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act, which is often weaponized against Wyoming’s oil, gas, coal, and mineral industries. Hageman’s bill ensures that these sectors receive the same expedited regulatory relief as other industries that are favored by the powers that be in D.C. The second bill reforms Expression of Interest fees under the Mineral Leasing Act to protect Wyoming operators from being forced to pay for leases the Bureau of Land Management refuses to issue. Finally, the third provides citizens and companies recourse to challenge the Department of Interior’s administrative law courts and to pursue impartial resolution of disputes. “Energy independence is the backbone of America, and energy production is the backbone of Wyoming,” stated Rep. Hageman. “I am reintroducing these bills that are aligned with President Trump’s vision for American energy dominance and to begin reversing the national energy emergency created by the former Biden Administration’s relentless attacks on our legacy industries. In my decades as an attorney, I witnessed firsthand how federal bureaucratic overreach harms hardworking families and businesses. These bills will restore fairness, protect Wyoming’s vital industries, and put the power back where it belongs—in the hands of the people and their elected representatives.” ### Contact: Esteban Elizondo, Communications Director | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-calls-end-anti-rural-usps-policy | Hageman Calls for End of Anti-Rural USPS Policy | 2025-01-23 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman signed a letter to President Trump, led by Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01), calling on the President to suspend the USPS’s “Delivering for America” (DFA) plan, citing its harmful impact on rural and remote communities. Hageman and her colleagues expressed serious concerns over how key elements of the plan have created significant delays and inefficiencies, particularly for rural Americans who rely heavily on USPS for essential services. “USPS has a fundamental duty to serve all Americans, including and especially those in rural and remote areas,” said Rep. Hageman. “Unfortunately, the so-called ‘Delivering for America’ plan has resulted in substantial delays for U.S. citizens. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy failed in his responsibilities, creating unnecessary disruptions that hurt the very communities that depend on the USPS the most. We must hold the USPS accountable and ensure Wyoming receives the same reliable mail service as everyone else.” Background: The DFA plan, introduced in 2021, was intended as a 10-year strategy to address USPS’s financial challenges and operational inefficiencies. However, the plan’s facility consolidations and the Regional Transportation Optimization (RTO) initiative will disproportionately affect rural communities. Centralizing smaller processing facilities into regional hubs has resulted in mail being carried longer distances, sometimes across state lines, before being delivered locally, significantly delaying mail delivery timelines. The RTO, piloted in various locations nationwide, eliminated afternoon mail collection at post offices over 50 miles from these regional hubs resulting in worsened service performance in rural areas and increased costs by over $7.1 million, according to a report from the USPS Inspector General. ### Contact: Esteban Elizondo, Communications Director | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-reintroduces-legislation-slow-administrative-state | Hageman Reintroduces Legislation to Slow the Administrative State | 2025-01-16 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman reintroduced the Regulatory Cooling Off Act, which amends the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) to slow the regulatory onslaught perpetrated against the American people by federal bureaucrats. By slowing down the rulemaking timeline, increasing transparency, and streamlining judicial relief, this bill aims to empower the American people rather than unelected officials. “Since its passage in 1946, Congress has failed to substantially amend the APA, while also giving administrative agencies more power and resources,” Congresswoman Hageman said. “This dynamic has created the administrative state we see today, one which can impose trillions in new regulatory costs without any congressional oversight. While there have been some recent victories, such as the overturning of Chevron deference, the American people will only see real relief if Congress acts and reclaims its authority as the people’s representatives. The Regulatory Cooling Off Act takes this first step by slowing the administrative state and making it more accountable to the public, which opens our governing system for Congress to once again claim the mantle as the main drivers of national policy.” Background: The APA establishes how the agencies make rules, adjudicate administrative litigation, and provide for judicial review. Because of quick timelines and unspecified constraints, the executive branch can quickly develop and enforce rules, even if it lacks authorization from Congress. President Biden imposed over $1.7 trillion in new federal regulatory costs, increasing the annual cost to comply with federal regulation to at least $2.117 trillion, which comes out to $15,788 annually per household. The Regulatory Cooling Off Act slows the regulatory process itself by requiring the agencies to wait six months before enforcing any new regulations it develops. It extends timelines for public participation, forces the agencies to transparently provide all information the public needs to meaningfully … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-legislation-protect-americans-right-civil-proceedings | Hageman Introduces Legislation to Protect Americans’ Right to Civil Proceedings | 2025-01-15 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman introduced the Seventh Amendment Restoration Act which is designed to secure Americans’ right to a jury trial as protection against federal agency use of administrative law courts (ALCs). Last year, the Supreme Court ruled that the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) use of ALCs violated a defendant’s right to a jury trial, and Rep. Hageman’s legislation would further solidify this decision by requiring its government-wide applicability in response to the Biden-Harris Administration arguing otherwise. “I spent decades in private practice representing Wyoming citizens and businesses against federal agencies who use their own internal courts to target the regulated community. Our Constitutional Republic is underpinned by the separation of powers, so no unit of government is law maker, judge, jury, and executioner. The modern executive branch, however, has found a way to create the law, enforce it, and then prosecute alleged violators before their ALCs. The right to a jury trial is so important that our Founders enumerated it as a grievance in the Declaration of Independence and then secured that right in the Seventh Amendment. Paired together, my legislation and the Supreme Court’s ruling would secure this fundamental right across all federal agencies, thereby minimizing the threat of the modern administrative state,” stated Rep. Hageman. “Rep. Hageman's Seventh Amendment Restoration Act would throw a lifeline to Americans stuck in the swamp of the agency court system. Her legislation represents a critical return to proper separation of powers by restoring the Article III branch's constitutional role and helping individuals reclaim their right to fair proceedings in an impartial court," said Stewart Whitson, Senior Director of Federal Affairs for the Foundation for Government Accountability. Background: The Seventh Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees a jury trial in civil cases in federal court. In 1946, Congress passed the Administrative … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-republicans-pass-bill-protect-womens-sports | House Republicans Pass Bill to Protect Women’s Sports | 2025-01-14 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – The Biden administration’s effort to fundamentally rewrite the very meaning and purpose of Title IX would threaten the integrity and safety of women’s sports nationwide by allowing men and boys to compete alongside women and girls. These actions have undermined decades of progress and robbed female athletes of fair competition and opportunity. From high school gymnasiums to collegiate arenas, anti-women policies endanger players and jeopardize hard-earned championship prospects. The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025, introduced by Representative Greg Steube (FL-17) and cosponsored by Congresswoman Hageman, will restore fairness to female athletics by establishing commonsense definitions for sports eligibility and deny federal funding to any organizations that violate these standards. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman voiced her support for this bill: “As one of the first generations to benefit from Title IX, I want all girls to have the same opportunity to safely participate in athletics. The ideological war on womanhood completely disregards biological facts, putting our daughters in danger on courts, fields, and tracks. This isn’t progress—it’s insanity. The left’s anti-woman agenda is a slap in the face to every female who has trained, sacrificed, and excelled in their sport and the generations who fought to give them that opportunity. The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act is a commonsense solution to ensure fairness, safety, and respect for biological realities. Republicans will not back down in this fight to protect our daughters and their futures.” Background: The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 establishes clear definitions for sports participation based on biological sex at birth. It prohibits federal funding for schools or athletic programs that allow biological males to compete in female categories. With Republican majorities in Congress and support from President Trump, this legislation is poised to defend the rights of women and girls acr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-will-return-natural-resources-and-judiciary | Hageman Will Return to Natural Resources and Judiciary | 2025-01-12 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswoman Hageman will again serve on the House Natural Resources and Judiciary Committees for the 119th . Additionally, Congressman Bruce Westerman (AR-04) announced Hageman will serve as Chair of the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries and as a member of the Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee. These assignments place Hageman in key positions to address issues vital to Wyoming, including federal regulations on land use, energy production, and wildlife conservation. In these roles, she will amplify Wyoming’s voice in Congress and ensure state interests are represented in federal policymaking. “I am honored to serve on the Natural Resources and Judiciary Committees alongside Chairmen Westerman and Jordan, and I look forward to working with President Trump and my colleagues on committee to advance the will of the American people,” Rep. Hageman continued. “Federal regulators who have overstepped their bounds should consider this their warning: serious oversight is coming their way. It’s time to rein in the bureaucrats, restore accountability, and put power back where it belongs—in the hands of states and the people. Together, we will fight to protect Wyoming’s interests and dismantle the federal overreach that has hurt hardworking Americans for far too long.” Background: In Congress, committees oversee broad policy areas and set legislative priorities, while subcommittees focus on specific issues within those areas. Members draft, debate, and amend bills in subcommittees before advancing them to the full committee and then the House floor. ### Contact: Esteban Elizondo, Communications Director | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-coal-act-end-biden-administrations-war-coal | Hageman Introduces COAL Act to End Biden Administration’s War on Coal | 2025-01-11 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman introduced the Combating Obstruction Against Leasing (COAL) Act to end the Biden Administration’s attempt to end coal mining in America. The bill requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to promptly process coal lease applications, upholding federal obligations under the Mineral Leasing Act. Representatives Dan Meuser (PA-09) and Carol Miller (WV-01), fellow co-chairs of the Congressional Coal Caucus, cosponsored the bill as well. “The Biden Administration ideological assault on coal is crippling Wyoming’s energy potential and setting our nation on a path to energy poverty,” Congresswoman Hageman stated. “The COAL Act ensures the federal government fulfills its obligation to lease public resources fairly and efficiently. I am thrilled to work with the new Trump Administration to unleash America’s full energy potential. This is a win for Wyoming, for the economy, and for the energy independence that makes America stronger and more secure.” Congresswoman Miller (WV-01), a cosponsor, said “Coal is a powerful energy resource that keeps West Virginia and our country running, but the Biden administration has made it nearly impossible to obtain a permit to have a lease or mine. The Combating Obstruction Against Leasing Act of 2025 requires the Department of Interior to take necessary steps to responsibly approve applications so companies can proceed with coal mining operations. For the United States to be energy dominant, we must increase our energy supply by allowing more permits and opportunities for extraction and mining.” Background: Radical eco-extremists spent four years and millions of dollars lobbying the Biden Administration, resulting in crippling anti-energy policies. This resulted in needless regulation and blatant sabotage of our energy industry. The COAL Act mandates the Department of the Interior to act on pending coal lease applications and grant necessary approvals for mining activities. Additionally, it nullifies Secretarial Order 3338, which sough… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-reintroduces-legislation-delist-grizzly-bears | Hageman Reintroduces Legislation to Delist Grizzly Bears | 2025-01-11 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswoman Harriet Hageman announced the reintroduction of the Grizzly Bear State Management Act, legislation that directs the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to delist the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) grizzly bear from the endangered species list. This effort marks a bold step by Congress to counteract years of federal lethargy and wildlife policy dictated by special-interest lobbyists under the Biden Administration. The Grizzly Bear State Management Act will remove federal protections for the GYE grizzly and return management authority to Wyoming and other affected states. Grizzly bear delisting has been a consistent priority for Rep. Hageman, who also included language to delist the grizzly in the recently passed Interior Appropriations Act. “Federal officials at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service, influenced by wildlife lobbyists, have disregarded recovery data and the unique needs of states like Wyoming for far too long,” said Rep. Hageman. “The Greater Yellowstone Grizzly has far exceeded its recovery goals, yet Washington bureaucrats continue to obstruct delisting with needless delays and politicized decisions. These desk activists aren’t the ones dealing with the realities of an overgrown grizzly population—Wyoming families are. With the grizzly population exploding, we’ve seen a troubling uptick in attacks on people, livestock, and property. Families shouldn’t have to live in fear of grizzly bears rummaging through their trash or endangering their children. My legislation addresses the concerns of the people of Wyoming that are being ignored by Washington.” Background: The GYE grizzly bear has been listed as "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) since 1975. Its original recovery goal for Wyoming was set at 500 bears. Today, the population has more than doubled to 1,100 bears, far exceeding recovery benchmarks. Despite this success, federal agencies under the Biden Administration have delayed delisting for nearly two years, citing no factual basis for the decisio… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-blasts-fish-and-wildlife-service-new-grizzly-bear-delisting-policy | Hageman Blasts Fish and Wildlife Service for New Grizzly Bear Delisting Policy | 2025-01-09 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Representative Harriet Hageman condemned the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) for today’s arbitrary decision to refuse to delist the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) and Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem (NCDE) grizzly bear populations. Rather than delisting the grizzly as local authorities have advocated, FWS has proposed creating a single Distinct Population Segment (DPS) that combines all six recovery zones, including those well outside of the GYE. This bureaucratic sleight of hand represents a brazen shift in criteria and an effort to bury the fact that Wyoming has successfully protected a recovered grizzly population for over two decades. This approach not only violates the law by ignoring historical recovery goals and the viability of Wyoming’s grizzly management plan, but it is also contrary to the FWS’s own data and undermines the very purpose of the ESA. “The GYE grizzly population far exceeds the long-standing recovery goals as set by the Fish and Wildlife Service itself,” said Rep. Hageman. “Yet unelected bureaucrats at the agency are yet again putting politics over science by shifting the goalposts on their own recovery policies. In July, Deputy Director Stephen Guertin testified to me under oath that he would provide an answer on Wyoming’s delisting petition that month. We finally received that answer today. In addition to rejecting Wyoming’s petition to delist, which is fully supported by the experts on grizzly recovery and management, they are pursuing a bogus policy change from behind their taxpayer-purchased desks in Washington. The fact that they are willing to ignore both the law and the science speaks volumes as to their real agenda—which isn’t to recover endangered or threatened species but to control land use and resource development. That is why I’m reintroducing legislation to delist the grizzly bear at the federal level this week.” Background: The GYE grizzly bear has been listed as "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) since 1975, with an init… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/hageman-introduces-legislation-block-destructive-blm-rmps | Hageman Introduces Legislation to Block Destructive BLM RMPs | 2025-01-07 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today,Congresswoman Harriet Hageman introduced two pieces of legislation to halt the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Buffalo and Rock Springs Resource Management Plans (RMPs). The RMPs amount to a federal land lockout, shutting down over 11 million acres of Wyoming’s public lands by reclassifying multiple-use management as non-use or restricted access. Grazing, mining, recreation, and energy development—key pillars of Wyoming’s economy—will be devastated as the Biden-Harris administration prioritizes radical environmentalism over practical and responsible land stewardship. Her legislation protects Wyoming land by blocking the RMPs implementation. “BLM’s Buffalo and Rock Springs RMPs are a nothing short of a federal sabotage of Wyoming’s economy, heritage, and way of life,” stated Hageman. “These RMPs ignore multiple-use principles mandated by Congress and jeopardize our industries, communities, and economic future. By prioritizing the agendas of the radical green lobby over responsible local stewardship, the Biden-Harris administration disregards generations of Wyomingites who have sustainably managed our own lands. This is not about conservation—it is about control. If the eco-terrorists employing BLM Director Tracy Stone-Manning had their way, they would dismantle rural livelihoods and have us all freeze to death this winter under the pretense of ‘sustainable’ climate action. I will continue to fight for our state’s rights and ensure federal lands are managed for prosperity, not bureaucratic consolidation of power." Background: In Buffalo, BLM’s RMP prohibits new federal coal leasing on nearly 50 billion tons of reserves. No new coal leases will be accepted, with existing leases projected to run out by 2041. In Rock Springs, the BLM’s rushed restrictions lock up over one million acres of well-managed, highly productive land. BLM's decision process was a flawed and hasty “check-the-box” effort pushed through at the Biden administration’s tail end. Hageman vowed to reintroduce legislation in… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-bill-honor-laken-riley-and-support-public-safety | House Passes Bill to Honor Laken Riley and Support Public Safety | 2025-01-07 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, House Republicans delivered a decisive victory for public safety with the passage of H.R. 29, the Laken Riley Act. This bill, named in honor of a young woman whose life was tragically cut short by a criminal illegal alien, seeks to correct the systemic failures of our immigration policies that have prioritized foreign criminals over American lives. Illegal aliens who enter the U.S. unlawfully and commit crimes represent an unchecked threat to homeland security. Currently, official estimates put the number of illegal aliens granted safe harbor by the Biden Administration at over 12 million, but some estimates say that number is as high as 25 million. Laken Riley’s murder, committed by an illegal alien protected from deportation by the Biden Administration’s weak immigration policies, exemplifies the deadly consequences of ignorant pro-illegal immigration policies. These tragedies could be easily prevented if Democrats valued the lives of young Americans as much as they value appeasing open-border advocates. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congress-certifies-2024-election | Congress Certifies the 2024 Election | 2025-01-06 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Congress certified Donald J. Trump as President and JD Vance as Vice President of the United States, fulfilling the clear mandate from nearly 80 million Americans who placed their trust in their leadership. This moment marks a renewed opportunity to deliver on the principles that guided their choice and the promise of a government that puts its citizens first. “With President Trump at the helm, I am optimistic about the future of our nation,” Rep. Hageman stated. “His unwavering commitment to restoring American greatness has inspired millions, and I am confident that together, we can reverse the damage done by the Biden-Harris Administration and achieve remarkable progress. Now more than ever, Congress must work alongside the President to pass the Republican agenda that reflects the will of the people. I am eager to collaborate with my colleagues in Congress and the executive branch to prioritize sound legislation. From securing our borders and unleashing energy independence to supporting small businesses and reducing federal overreach, we have a chance to create lasting positive change. Today, we honor the voices of Americans across this nation and set our country on a path to greater strength and unity.” Background: The certification process is Constitutionally required and codified into federal law. Following the Electoral College's December vote, Congress meets in a joint session to count and certify the electoral votes. The Vice President presides, and the electoral certificates from each state are read aloud and recorded. When the election is certified, the session concludes with the formal declaration of the President-elect and Vice President-elect. ### Contact: Esteban Elizondo, Communications Director | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
| https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-harriet-hageman-introduces-first-amendment-accountability-act | Congresswoman Harriet Hageman Introduces First Amendment Accountability Act | 2025-01-03 | 2025 | 2025-01 | Republican | House | WY | Harriet M. Hageman | H001096 | hageman.house.gov | hageman | https://hageman.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC – On the opening day of the 119th Congress, Rep. Hageman introduced her first bill of the new session, the First Amendment Accountability Act, the next step in her fight against the weaponization of the federal government against the American people. This bill would empower Americans to sue federal employees who violate their First Amendment rights. Rep. Hageman stated: “As a member of the Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government in the 118th Congress, I helped uncover the Censorship Industrial Complex, the FBI’s spying on Catholics, the DOJ’s classifying of concerned parents as domestic terrorists, FEMA employees not helping Trump supporters in disaster zones, and much more. Current law allows Americans to sue their state officials for violations of their rights, but no equal right exists at the federal level. I developed this bill to further secure the First Amendment against the growing disdain for liberty by Washington. Since upholding the Constitution and the natural liberties secured in it is my top priority for my constituents and all Americans, I introduced this as my first bill of the 119th Congress.” Background: 42 U.S.C. 1983 is a federal statute which allows Americans to sue state officials for deprivation of their Constitutional rights. No current right is afforded when federal officials violate your rights, as was seen through the struggles to hold Biden-Harris Administration officials accountable for colluding with social media companies to censor Americans’ speech. The First Amendment Accountability Act takes the structure under Section 1983 and provides Americans with a way to obtain relief for violations of their First Amendment rights by federal employees. Not only does this stand to make American whole for violations of their rights and further secure the First Amendment, but it will make federal officials think twice before violating your rights, or else suffer the consequences. Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene (GA-14), Thomas Massie (KY-04),… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T17:10:36Z |
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