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| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-recaps-this-years-results-previews-2018-on-fox-news | Senator David Perdue Recaps This Years Results, Previews 2018 on Fox News | 2017-12-30 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-2017-in-photos | Senator David Perdue: 2017 In Photos | 2017-12-29 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-highlights-president-trumps-year-of-accomplishments | Senator David Perdue Highlights President Trumps Year of Accomplishments | 2017-12-28 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/air-force-advanced-technology-and-training-center-coming-middle-ga | (Houston Home Journal): Air Force Advanced Technology and Training Center Coming to Middle GA | 2017-12-27 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE Scientists, engineers, technicians and educators in Middle Georgia will have a state-of-the-art facility to help revolutionize future manufacturing technologies by late 2018. "Middle Georgia has a long and strong relationship with the Unites States Air Force, and I couldnt be more supportive or proud of the Air Forces decision to bring a new Advanced Technology and Training Center (ATTC) to Warner Robins, said U.S. Rep. Austin Scott.Brig. Gen. John Kubinec, Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex commander, agreed. "Innovation is about people working together, he said. "The Air Force Advanced Technology and Training Center is a place where people can collaborate and marry great ideas with technology. The ATTC will be a place to train on and test new technologies without interrupting actual aircraft maintenance production. The center will seek to capitalize on the government and academic talent of people in the Middle Georgia region and encourages new opportunities for local high schools, community colleges and universities. "This center is going to help us reach beyond the fence to interact with the men and women of the local community in ways we couldnt before, said Thomas Fischer, director of Engineering and Technical Management for the Air Force Sustainment Center. "This center will enable Robins Air Force Base and Middle Georgia to strengthen ties to work together in order to solve the Department of Defenses most difficult challenges and educate the current and future industry experts to ensure our air superiority. The facility will provide: quick reaction and qualification capabilities for new technologies and processes in a non-production environment; training capabilities for advanced technology equipment and processes; and, cross-discipline collaboration space to share ideas and interact real-time in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. By leveraging these capabilities, the center will allow the staff to work collaboratively to foster innovative thinking, increase education and trainin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://woodall.house.gov/media-center/e-newsletter-archive/washington-watch-122617 | Washington Watch - 12/26/17 | 2017-12-26 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rob Woodall | W000810 | woodall.house.gov | legacy | PRESIDENT TRUMP TO SIGN WOODALL LEGISLATION INTO LAW When I visit schools around the Seventh District, I am often asked, Where do the ideas for new laws come from? The answer that I give most often is that a constituent came to me with a problem, and we worked together to craft a solution. That was the case last week when the House passedS. 1393, the Jobs for Our Heroes Act.Section 2 of this bill, which is now on its way to the White House to be signed into law, is the exact text of my bill, H.R. 2547. It allows VA medical professionals physicians, physician assistants, chiropractors, advance practice nurses to conduct the medical examinations necessary for a veteran to be able to operate a commercial motor vehicle under the rules and regulations of the Department of Transportation. This common-sense legislation was approved by bipartisan majorities in both the House and Senate, and it is going to help veterans get back to work faster. I was proud to have worked with my main Democrat co-sponsor, Representative Julia Brownley (D-CA) on this measure as well as my friend Representative Pete Aguilar (D-CA) on the final version of this bill. Despite what you may hear elsewhere, bipartisanship is alive and well in Congress, and the Jobs for Our Heroes Act is a prime example of how we can work together to make a difference. FUNDING GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORTING DISASTER AREAS While most of the focus last week was on tax reform, Congress also passed a couple of spending bills. The first was a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund our federal agencies and programs through January 19, 2018. The CR also included a temporary extension of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act as well as funding through March 2018 for the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP). President Trump signed the CR into law at the end of last week. The House has passed full-year measures for funding and reauthorizations for CHIP and Community Health Centers, but the Senate has not yet acted on any of these bills. My expectation is that Se… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1008 | A Big, Beautiful Christmas Present for America | 2017-12-22 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rick Allen | A000372 | allen.house.gov | legacy | A Big, Beautiful Christmas Present for America f t # e Washington, December 22, 2017 Just days before Christmas, President Donald J. Trump has kept his promise to the American people to deliver comprehensive tax reform. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) released the following statement after President Trump signed H.R. 1, comprehensive tax reform, into law:"Promises made, promises kept - this has been the cornerstone of President Trump's first year in office. Together, we have kept our promise to the American people to deliver the first major tax reform legislation in more than 31 years. Since this legislation passed the Senate and the House earlier in the week, numerous American companies have announced rising minimum wages and bonuses for their employees - great news for individuals and businesses across the nation." "I hope everyone in Georgia-12 can sleep a little better tonight, knowing that they will soon see more money in their pockets, and a flourishing American economy. This is a truly historic day and in the words of President Trump, we have delivered 'a big, beautiful Christmas present' for America." ### f t # e | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-center?ContentRecord_id=BAB201B7-F40E-4892-8976-01266E877AAD | History | 2017-12-22 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Dear Friends, After spending countless hours voting on amendments and debating the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the House and Senate passed this historic, once-in-a-generation legislation this week, and the president signed it into law today. By taking these long-awaited and important steps to update our tax code, we are helping grow the economy and create jobs while putting money back into the pockets of Americans. This pro-growth, pro-jobs tax overhaul will restore the American promise and show the world that the United States will again be a world-class nation, a competitor to fear, and a land of great opportunity for every American. On Tuesday, I gave Senate floor remarks highlighting some of the provisions that will benefit Georgia families and individuals including cutting individual income tax rates across the board, doubling the standard deduction, and doubling the child tax credit. Senate Working Hard For Veterans As chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, I take very seriously our responsibility to serve those who have served us. The Senate has accomplished significant bipartisan victories this year on behalf of our nations veterans. These efforts include the passage of 10 major pieces of veterans legislation--all of which have been signed into law-- that aim to strengthen veterans health care, benefits and support. The Senate has unanimously confirmed 10 of President Trumps nominees to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals, including the number one and number two spots at the department. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the teamwork, leadership and commitment of all members of Congress, regardless of political party. The veterans of the United States have better health care, better benefits and a more modern and responsive VA in the years ahead as a result of our work this year, and Im proud to have been a part of it. On Thursday, I gave remarks on the Senate floor urging my colleagues to support the Caring for Our Veteran… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-leads-effort-to-strengthen-secure-mail-initiative-program | Senator David Perdue Leads Effort To Strengthen Secure Mail Initiative Program | 2017-12-22 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-tackles-false-claims-about-the-tax-plan | Senator David Perdue Tackles False Claims About The Tax Plan | 2017-12-22 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=947 | Collins Introduces Music Modernization Act to Reform Licensing Landscape | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTONRep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) today introduced H.R. 4706, the Music Modernization Act, to bring music licensing its first meaningful update in almost 20 years. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) is the bills lead cosponsor. Songs reframe the world. They show us reality as it is and as it could be. I introduced the Music Modernization Act to move music licensing law closer to where it should be. Today, the music industry is shackled to laws devised before streaming, and even basic recordings, existedlaws that penalize music creators and music lovers alike. Only by ushering music licensing into the twenty-first century can we promote artistry and its appreciation long into the future, and thats exactly what were doing with the Music Modernization Act,said Collins. The House Judiciary Committee has undertaken a thorough review of the issues that adversely affect stakeholders in the copyright ecosystem. We have heard a diverse array of perspectives, and it is clear that stakeholders on all sides believe the copyright system is outdated and needs reform, particularly in the area of music licensing. The Music Modernization Act is carefully crafted legislation that will improve music licensing by increasing efficiency and providing greater transparency. One change it would make is requiring digital services to pay for a Mechanical Licensing Collective that would match songwriters and publishers with recordings to ensure proper payments. I am a proud cosponsor and look forward to working with industry and my colleagues across the aisle and in the Senate on advancing this legislation as well as other needed components of copyright reform,said Jeffries. Additional cosponsors of this legislation include Chairman of the Democratic Caucus, Rep. Joseph Crowley (D-N.Y.), as well as Reps. Diane Black (R-Tenn.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.), Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) and Pete Sessions (R-Texas). Overview of the Music Modernization Act The bill reforms the music licensing landscape in four main dimensions. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1007 | Allen Applauds Public Service Commission Decision on Plant Vogtle | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rick Allen | A000372 | allen.house.gov | legacy | Allen Applauds Public Service Commission Decision on Plant Vogtle f t # e Washington, December 21, 2017 The Georgia Public Service Commission members voted unanimously to move forward with construction of Plant Vogtle units 3 and 4 today. Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) released the following statement: I am proud to represent the 12th Congressional district of Georgia, where we are leading the way in Americas nuclear energy expansion. Employing nearly 6,000 people in my district and continuing our dominance in the global nuclear industry, the importance of the Plant Vogtle project cannot be overstated. Today I am grateful to the Georgia Public Service Commission for their unanimous decision to move forward with the construction of Plant Vogtle units 3 & 4. I believe this project is vital to our district, our state and Americas nuclear energy future. Looking forward, it is still critical for Congress to modify the Nuclear Production Tax Credit to extend the 2020 sunset date. Although this was not included in the final Tax Cuts and Jobs Act legislation, my colleagues on the Senate Finance Committee introduced a bill to extend these provisions yesterday. I thank my Senate colleagues for their continued commitment on this important issue and I will continue to do all I can to get the Nuclear Production Tax Credit extension over the finish line. ### f t # e | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://tomgraves.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398893 | Reps. Graves and Boyle introduce bipartisan bill to strengthen US-Israel cooperation on high-tech weapons | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Tom Graves | G000560 | tomgraves.house.gov | legacy | Reps. Graves and Boyle introduce bipartisan bill to strengthen US-Israel cooperation on high-tech weapons Washington, December 21, 2017- Reps. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) and Brendan F. Boyle (D-PA-13) today introduced the Procure PGMS for Israel Act (H.R. 4707), which would authorize the Department of Defense to add precision-guided munitions into the United States War Reserve Stockpile in Israel, enabling it to transfer the high-tech weaponry to Israel in the event of a conflict. The United States and Israel share an unbreakable bond, which Congress is committed to guarding and strengthening, said Rep. Graves, a member of the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee. By ensuring Israel has access to precision-guided munitions, were improving security for Israelis, discouraging conflict in the region and reaffirming our sacred relationship with Israel. Israelis live each day under the threat of attack by rockets, missiles and armed drones. Israel is our steadfast ally and the only strong democracy in the Middle East, said Rep. Boyle, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. We must be exceedingly vigilant about the constant threat it faces from bad actors in the region such as Hezbollah and Hamas. That means improving access to our most advanced weaponry for Israels military in the event of a deadly conflict. This bill would ensure that the U.S. stockpile in Israel includes precision-guided munitions that are constantly at the ready and within reach for Israeli forces, significantly improving their security capabilities and safeguarding millions of lives. The United States maintains a War Reserve Stockpile in Israel, authorized by Congress in 1989, which it can draw upon to augment Israeli weaponry in the event of war. Precision-guide… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://woodall.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/woodall-legislation-expand-veteran-employment-opportunities-heads | Woodall Legislation to Expand Veteran Employment Opportunities Heads to Presidents Desk | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rob Woodall | W000810 | woodall.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC Today, legislation introduced in the House by U.S. Representative Rob Woodall (GA-07), and in the Senate by Majority Whip John Cornyn (R-TX), received final approval in Congress before heading to the Presidents desk for signature. The Jobs for Our Heroes Act, builds upon current law, the Veterans Expanded Trucking Opportunities (VETOPPS) Act, originally authored by Woodall and signed into law as part of the FAST Act in December of 2015 to remove regulatory barriers for military veterans continuing or beginning work in the trucking industry. Specifically, Woodalls 2015 provision required the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Veterans Administration (VA) to develop a streamlined process for VA physicians to join the National Registry for Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME), which will save veterans time and money by allowing them to receive a DOT physical from their own VA healthcare team. The DOT requires all commercial drivers to be examined by a health professional listed on the NRCME, and while there are more than 50,000 certified medical examiners (CME) nationwide, FMCSA found during their rulemaking that there were only 25 within the entire VA health system a mere .0005%. This forced many veterans to look outside the VA for a medical professional eligible to perform the required physical, possibly having to pay out of pocket as well. The Jobs for Our Heroes Act further increases veterans access by allowing all qualified VA medical professionals, including advanced practice nurses and physician assistants, to provide physical examinations for veterans using the new streamlined process. This bill has always been about crafting a common sense, bipartisan solution that provides opportunities for our veterans returning to the civilian workforce as quickly as possible while also filling much-needed positions within the trucking industry, said Rep. Woodall. These kinds of seemingly small, targeted solutions may not always make the front page news, but they make a big difference in the live… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-center?ContentRecord_id=61796054-2CF7-4AC6-B4AB-FBA3F8332F78 | Isakson Delivers Remarks on the 'Caring for Our Veterans Act' | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Atlanta Office One Overton Park 3625 Cumberland Blvd, Suite 970 Atlanta, GA 30339 Tel: (770) 661-0999 Fax: (770) 661-0768 E-mail Me | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-center?ContentRecord_id=BE048B67-8702-46CF-8CB1-B805D873DEF4 | History | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Dear Friends, After spending countless hours voting on amendments and debating the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the House and Senate passed this historic, once-in-a-generation legislation on Tuesday evening, sending it to the presidents desk. By taking these long-awaited and important steps to update our tax code, we are helping grow the economy and create jobs while putting money back into the pockets of Americans. This pro-growth, pro-jobs tax overhaul will restore the American promise and show the world that the United States will again be a world-class nation, a competitor to fear, and a land of great opportunity for every American. On Wednesday, I gave floor remarks highlighting some of the provisions that will benefit Georgia families and individuals including cutting individual income tax rates across the board, doubling the standard deduction, and doubling the child tax credit. Senate Working Hard For Veterans As chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, I take very seriously our responsibility to serve those who have served us.In working hard for our veterans, the Senate has accomplished significant bipartisan victories this year on behalf of our nations veterans.The Senates efforts this year include the passage of 10 major pieces of veterans legislation all of which have been signed into law that aim to strengthen veterans health care, benefits and support. The Senate has unanimously confirmed 10 of President Trumps nominees to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals, including the number one and number two spots at the department. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the teamwork, leadership and commitment of all members of Congress, regardless of political party. The veterans of the United States have better health care, better benefits and a more modern and responsive VA in the years ahead as a result of our work this year, and Im proud to have been a part of it. On Thursday, I gave remarks on the Senate floor urging my coll… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=133AB09E-3A8F-44DF-9268-F96D92F386A9 | Georgia Congressional Delegation Urges Administration to Fully Fund Savannah Harbor Expansion Project | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., along with the entire Georgia congressional delegation, today called on the administration to include critical funding for the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project (SHEP) in the presidents fiscal year 2019 budget request. In their letter to Mick Mulvaney, director of the Office of Management and Budget, the congressional delegation called for the inclusion of at least $100 million in the presidents budget to ensure the project remains on schedule, avoids cost overruns and meets the federal governments project partnership agreement with the state of Georgia. Upon completion, [SHEP] will deliver the highest benefit-to-cost ratio of any pending deep-draft project in the nation (7.3 to 1) and produce annual economic benefits to the nation of $282 million, the letter states. The letter goes on to note that the state of Georgia has invested nearly $1 billion in infrastructure over the past decade to support the Port of Savannah and that $2 billion is planned for the next 10 years. All of this work and all of this money cannot deliver any new value to the taxpayers and our national economic growth until the channel construction is completed, the letter continues. Continued funding of the project at the [fiscal year] 2018 level of $50 million annually is estimated to delay the project for five years and cost an additional $56 million due to inflation while generating an irretrievable, cumulative loss of $1.4 billion in annual economic benefits. The delegation further argues that when prioritizing taxpayer dollars, In the case of SHEP, we respectfully submit that we have a project that is fully underway, that will deliver proven benefits and has maximum matching support from the local sponsor. A copy of the letter from Sens. Isakson and David Perdue, R-Ga., along with along with U.S. Reps. Earl L. Buddy Carter, R-Ga.-01, Sanford Bishop, D-Ga.-02, Drew Ferguson, R-Ga.-03, Hank Johnson, D-Ga.-04, John Lewis, D-Ga.-05, Karen Handel, R-Ga.-06, Rob Woodall, R-Ga.-07, Austin Sc… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=1BF7D6BF-5AEE-45E8-B6CA-A6B7EF5C0DBF | Isakson Reintroduces 'Global Food Security Act' | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., today introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure that the life-saving food security programs managed under the Feed the Future Initiative will continue for another five years. Isakson introduced the bipartisan Global Food Security Act reauthorization legislation with U.S. Senator Bob Casey, D-Pa., with whom he introduced the original Global Food Security Act that was signed into law in 2016. The legislation reauthorizes the program for five years and is crucial to ensuring the success of the program beyond next year. The Global Food Security Act has not only helped our neighbors abroad, but also has been an investment in our own national security, said Senator Isakson, a member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. The strategy helps ensure that every dollar thats invested in our foreign assistance is getting a maximum return for the American taxpayer, including Georgias farmers. Im proud to introduce legislation to reauthorize this program that has already saved lives. Specifically, the Global Food Security Act: Requires the administration to develop a whole-of-government strategy to address global food insecurity and hunger. The strategy would emphasize agricultural development, improving maternal and child nutrition, building the resilience of communities, and civil society engagement. Ensures the alignment of U.S. assistance with country-owned strategies to enhance agricultural productivity, household income, local economies, and food and nutrition security to work toward the ultimate goal of transitioning countries and communities away from the need for U.S. assistance under this act. Improves upon existing monitoring and evaluation practices to ensure the effective use of U.S. taxpayer dollars. This includes a requirement for the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to issue a report in 2019. Requires that the administration report to Congress and to the American people annually about the strategy, its results, and the use of foreign assis… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=21309CDA-4043-4973-B623-62DD9B9FD102 | Isakson Urges Senate to Pass 'Caring for Our Veterans Act' | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, today spoke on the floor of the U.S. Senate to highlight the Senates significant bipartisan victories this year on behalf of our nations veterans and to urge his colleagues to support the Caring for Our Veterans Act of 2017, which is currently awaiting a full Senate vote. The Senates efforts this year include the passage of 10 major pieces of veterans legislation all of which have been signed into law that aim to strengthen veterans health care, benefits and support. Isakson expressed his hope to add the Caring for Our Veterans Act to the list before the end of the year to make critical reforms to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) community care programs. The Caring for Our Veterans Act is bipartisan legislation that would streamline and strengthen veterans community care services at the VA. It was overwhelmingly approved by the Senate VA committee on Nov. 29, 2017, and is supported by 26 leading veterans and military advocacy groups. Isaksons full remarks as delivered are included below: Mr. President, Im glad to join my colleague, Senator Tester from Montana, on the floor today for a discussion of our Veterans Affairs [Committee] accomplishments over the last three years and our challenges for the future But I want to start out my part of this conversation by saying this: Three years ago, the Department of Veterans Affairs made big headlines. Those headlines were that it wasnt working well, our veterans were waiting too long for care, there were failures in our system throughout, and people were looking for an alternative to the VA system because it was in such a quagmire. Thanks to the work of our committee we sought out to fix a lot of problems. Number one was the hospital in Denver which was 40 percent finished, three years behind pace and was going to be closed down. That hospital is open today and operating because the Veterans Affairs Committee in the Senate buckled its shoes, got to work… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-highlights-historic-tax-cuts-on-conservative-radio | Senator David Perdue Highlights Historic Tax Cuts On Conservative Radio | 2017-12-21 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=946 | Collins Answers Questions at Tax Reform Final Passage | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTONRep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) joined Fox News today to address questions as the House voted in favor of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act's final passage. Collins also said of today's vote,"The House just took the final, confident step to send pro-family, pro-growth, pro-hope tax reform to President Trumps desk. This process started in the House, and I'm excited to have voted to keep our promise to the American peopleagain." The interview is available here, and select comments are below: On who will see the benefit of tax reform: "The majority of Americans are going to see money in their pockets. . . . That's the kind of growth we're looking for, that's the kind of thing that, come Februarywhen they see their paychecksthey're going to know that what we're talking about here actually matters to the American public." On Democrats' claims that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is a bad bill: "The problem here is not the tax code. The problem here is that [Democrats] want to politicize the tax code because they believe that the government is a much better way to spend people's money. . . . Come February, let them look some of their constituents in the eyes and say, 'You know, I really didn't want you to get that money back in your paycheck. We could spend it better.' That will be an interesting argument." | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1006 | Allen: Historic Tax Reform Legislation headed to President Trumps Desk | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rick Allen | A000372 | allen.house.gov | legacy | Allen: Historic Tax Reform Legislation headed to President Trumps Desk f t # e Washington, December 20, 2017 The House and the Senate passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and it is now headed to President Trumps desk. This historic legislation will fix our broken tax code and provide the first major tax reforms in more than 30 years. Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) released the following statement after House and Senate passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: I am encouraged by our current economic growth under President Trump and I am hopeful that with the passage of this historic legislation we will continue to see Americas economic potential unleashed. Thankfully, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is on its way to President Trumps desk, ready to be signed into law a true Christmas miracle! For Individuals and Families, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Lowers individual taxes and sets the rates at 0%, 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37% so people can keep more of their hard-earned money. Significantly increases the standard deduction. Continues to allow people to write off the cost of state and local taxes up to $10,000. Expands the Child Tax Credit from $1,000 to $2,000 for single filers and married couples to help parents with the cost of raising children. Preserves the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit to help families care for their children and older dependents such as a disabled grandparent who may need additional support. Preserves the Adoption Tax Credit so parents can continue to receive additional tax relief as they open their hearts and homes to an adopted child. Preserves the mortgage interest deduction providing tax relief to current and aspiring homeowners. Provides relief for Americans with expensive medical bills by expanding the medical expense deductio… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1710 | Hice Statement on Final Passage of Tax Reform | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Jody Hice | H001071 | hice.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C Representative Jody Hice (R-GA) today released the following statement after the passage of the conference report to accompany H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Today, were crossing the finish line and establishing a competitive and fair tax system so that future generations will thrive, said Congressman Hice. For Americans, this significant tax rewrite will create economic opportunity and keep more money in the pockets of hardworking families and individuals. It will also encourage American businesses to keep their jobs and revenue here, and our job creators will once again be competitive internationally. Rather than being a safe haven for special interests and tax manipulators, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will be simple and fair, help create jobs and increase paychecks, and support working families, while restoring certainty to our tax code and our economy, Hice continued. I applaud President Trump, Speaker Ryan, Ways and Means Chairman Brady, and all of my colleagues for harnessing this historic opportunity to reform our outdated tax code and deliver on a decades-long promise to the American people. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Nearly doubles the standard deduction from $6,500 and $13,000 to $12,000 and $24,000 for individuals and married couples respectively; Lowers individual taxes to Zero, 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%; Expands the Child Tax Credit from $1,000 to $2,000 for single filers and married couples; Repeals Obamacares individual mandate; Preserves the child adoption credit; Preserves the mortgage interest deduction; Preserves the graduate student tax credit; and Sets the corporate tax rate at 21%, down from 35%. The full text of the billcan be found here.A summary of the measure can be found here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://woodall.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-historic-bicameral-tax-reform-agreement-sends-president | House Passes Historic Bicameral Tax Reform Agreement, Sends to President | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rob Woodall | W000810 | woodall.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC Today, The U.S. House of Representatives, along with the Senate, passed the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which will now be sent to the Presidents desk for his signature. The achievement is the first major tax reform measure since Ronald Reagans Presidency. It provides across the board tax rate reductions and takes steps to simplify the tax code while positioning U.S. businesses and job creators to be significantly more competitive globally. Seventh District Representative Rob Woodall supported the measure and issued the following statement after passage. Todays historic agreement to reform Americas tax code for the first time in more than three decades marks tremendous progress and is the fulfillment of a commitment made to the American people, said Rep. Woodall. As a long-time advocate for the FairTax, which I believe is the truest form of fundamental tax reform, Im pleased to see many of its principles of simplicity, transparency, and competitiveness incorporated into H.R. 1. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act reduces individual rates, empowers our businesses and job-creators to be more competitive at home and abroad, and sets the invaluable precedent that consensus on big ideas is not only attainable, but also replicable, and I look forward to building on this consensus as we take on new legislative challenges next year. Key measures of the reform enacted through H.R. 1 include, but are not limited to, the following: For individuals and families, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Retains seven brackets, but at reduced rates (10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%). Significantly increases the standard deduction to protect roughly double the amount of what you earn each year from taxes from $6,500 and $13,000 under current law to $12,000 and $24,000 for individuals and married couples, respectively. Increases the child tax credit to $2,000. Of this, $1,400 would be refundable, with the refundable portion indexed to inflation. All dependents ineligible for the child tax cr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=0AE568D2-99FB-4844-BEE3-F923D45478E1 | Isakson Applauds Passage of Historic Tax Reform Legislation | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance with jurisdiction over tax reform, today applauded Senate passage of H.R.1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, by a vote of 51-48. Im very proud to be a part of this Senate today and whats going to prove to be an historic day in the future, Isakson said Tuesday in remarks on the Senate floor ahead of the vote. When you take a risk, at the end of that rainbow is a reward. And in the case of risking lower taxes, the greater reward is more jobs, more opportunity, and a better America for our children and our grandchildren. During his remarks, Isakson also highlighted some of the provisions that will benefit Georgia families and individuals including cutting individual income tax rates across the board, doubling the standard deduction, and doubling the child tax credit. On the personal side, you really cant argue with doubling the standard deduction, Isakson continued while addressing the benefits of the legislation. You cant argue with the doubling of the child tax credit. You cant argue with simplifying the tax process itself and the filing of taxes. You cant really argue with all this because you know its better for the American people and their pocketbook in the short run, while in the long run, its better for their children and their grandchildren. Isakson pulled from his own experience as a small businessman to point out benefits for Main Street and small businesses, You know, when I ran a company for 25 years, I made investments where I knew I had a place to grow. I made business decisions where there was positive growth ahead if I made the right decision. This tax code, this change in our tax code, this opportunity that we have does all those things. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act also overhauls the U.S. corporate tax system by lowering rates and adopting new international tax rules similar to our trading partners. These changes will enable American companies to compete on a level playing field with the rest of the world … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=2208F9EB-38F2-480D-8920-03FC2A4B4437 | Isakson Applauds Introduction of Energy Incentives | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Measure will aid Georgias Plant Vogtle nuclear project WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., today joined his colleagues on the Senate Finance Committee in introducing a bill to extend a number of tax provisions that expired at the beginning of this year, many of which provide incentives for American energy production. Among the tax provisions is a nuclear tax credit extension that Isakson has championed that would aid nuclear reactors under construction at Plant Vogtle in Georgia. I encourage my Senate colleagues to act quickly to prevent tax increases that could hamper Americas energy security, said Isakson. In Georgia, keeping the Plant Vogtle nuclear energy project on track will not only strengthen Americas energy security and national security, but it will preserve the more than 6,000 Georgia jobs created by this project. I remain committed to doing whatever I can to ensure that the Plant Vogtle project stays on track for completion. Isakson has worked closely with Congressional leadership and the Georgia congressional delegation to ensure the nuclear production tax credits are extended in the near future. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=6BD48381-75D9-4047-B645-148E0180B50E | Isakson: Senate Keeping Our Promises to Our Nation's Veterans | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Efforts include major improvements to veterans health care, benefits, accountability at VA WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, today highlighted the Senates significant bipartisan victories this year on behalf of our nations veterans. The Senates efforts this year include the passage of nine major pieces of veterans legislation all of which have been signed into law that aim to strengthen veterans health care, benefits and support. The Senate has unanimously confirmed 10 of President Trumps nominees to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the U.S. Court of Veterans Appeals, including the number one and number two spots at the department. As chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs, I take very seriously our responsibility to serve those who have served us, said Isakson. The Senate has passed nine major veterans bills this year that have all been signed into law. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the teamwork, leadership and commitment of all members of Congress, regardless of political party, Isakson continued. The veterans of the United States have better health care, better benefits and a more modern and responsive VA in the years ahead as a result of our work this year, and Im proud to have been a part of it. I thank my colleagues for their tireless efforts to ensure we keep our promises to our veterans. The Senate has passed the following nine pieces of veterans legislation that have been signed into law this year: The Veterans Choice Program Improvement Act (S.544), to extend the Veterans Choice Program and ensure veterans have access to timely care in their own communities, signed into law on April 19, 2017 (Public Law 115-26). The Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act (S.1094), to improve accountability at the VA, signed into law on June 23, 2017 (Public Law 115-41). The VA Choice and Quality Employment Act of 2017 (S.114), to authorize and appropriate funding for the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-this-is-an-historic-achievement | Senator David Perdue: This Is An Historic Achievement | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-this-is-the-capstone-on-a-very-successful-year | Senator David Perdue: This Is The Capstone On A Very Successful Year | 2017-12-20 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=945 | Collins Praises House Passage of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Conference Report | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTONThe House of Representatives passed the conference report to H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This move sends the bill to the Senate for a final vote that would land the bill on the presidents desk. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.), Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference, issued the following statement in response: Todays vote in the Peoples House helps turn promise and potential into reality. Republicans have confidence in the potential of the American worker to make our country grow againthats why they are the foundation of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Were giving job creators more reasons to invest in America's workforce, strengthening our economy and our communities. Were making the IRS less ravenous and putting more money back in the hands of American families so that they can pursue more of their ambitions on their own terms. A decade of the status quo has guaranteed us only a stagnant economy. Republicans promised to reform a broken, bloated tax system so that Americans can chart a path out of economic anxiety and into economic empowerment. Were keeping that promise today. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://allen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1005 | House Passes the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rick Allen | A000372 | allen.house.gov | legacy | House Passes the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act f t # e Washington, December 19, 2017 The day has finally come! After 30 years with no major reforms to our broken tax code, the House just passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) released the following statement after House passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: During this blessed Christmas season, I am so grateful for the opportunity to cast a historic vote to cut, simplify and reform taxes for middle class families and small businesses. The hardworking people of Georgia-12 and across America deserve to keep more of their paychecks and have the opportunity to grow their businesses. Not only will this legislation cut taxes for individuals and businesses, but it also preserves many credits important to my constituents and Americans across the nation. This includes the expansion of the child tax credit, preservation of the adoption tax credit, preservation of the mortgage interest deduction and expansion of the charitable contributions deduction just to name a few. Now it is up to our Senate colleagues to deliver tax reform to President Trumps desk! For Individuals and Families, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Lowers individual taxes and sets the rates at 0%, 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37% so people can keep more of their hard-earned money. Significantly increases the standard deduction. Continues to allow people to write off the cost of state and local taxes up to $10,000. Expands the Child Tax Credit from $1,000 to $2,000 for single filers and married couples to help parents with the cost of raising children. Preserves the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit to help families care for their children and older dependents such as a disabled grandparent who may need additional support. Preserves the Adop… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/editorials/recruiting-sportsmen-protect-our-pastime-future-generations | Recruiting Sportsmen to Protect Our Pastime for Future Generations | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | The holiday season is a special time when Georgians can come together to enjoy good food, football, and spend time with family and friends. Its also a time to enjoy the great outdoors. Growing up in South Georgia instilled in me a passion for the outdoors and a desire to ensure that future generations have the opportunity to share that same feeling. Many of my fondest memories involvehunting and fishing in our beautiful country. However, decades of population relocation to urban areas has made it more difficult for many Americans to regularly participate in sportsmens activities. Unfortunately, this decline in outdoor recreation has also had a negative impact on our countrys wildlife conservation funds. Enacted in 1937, the Pittman-Robertson Act provides federal aid to states for management and restoration of wildlife areas. Specifically, through a system of user pay/public benefits, Pittman-Robertson uses proceeds from an existing federal excise tax on firearms, ammunition, and archery equipment to fund wildlife conservation and hunter education grants for state and territorial fish and wildlife agencies As the base of hunters and recreational shooters has diminished across the country, so have Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Conservation funds. To address this, I have introduced H.R. 2591, Modernizing the Pittman-Robertson Fund for Tomorrows Needs Act of 2017. Without increasing existing user fees or taxes, this bill would give state fish and wildlife agencies more say in how they can use their allotted Pittman-Robertson funds. Think about our country in 1937now think about our country today. In order to reach younger generations and introduce them to the opportunities that sportsman activities provide, we must modernize the ways in which we can use our limited resources to recruit and retain outdoorsmen and women, all while protecting our public lands and waters. My bill would remove the existing prohibition on Pittman-Robertson funds being used for public relations and permit fish and wildlife agencies to use thes… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-austin-scott-statement-tax-reform-vote | Rep. Austin Scott Statement on Tax Reform Vote | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) released the following statement upon the U.S. House of Representatives passing the Conference Report to Accompany H.R. 1 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: For families across Georgia, todays legislation means more jobs, more take-home pay, and more money in their own pockets, said Rep. Scott. While I am very happy with the first major overhaul of our tax code in overthirty years, there is still a lot of work to be done getting our economy back on track, and I look forward to continuing to work with the Trump Administration and my colleagues in Congress to expand our economy, grow wages, and ease burdensome federal regulations. Highlights of the bill include: Lowers individual tax rates for all Americans; Significantly increases the standard deduction from $6,500 to $12,000 for individuals and from $13,000 to $24,000 for married couples; Eliminates special-interest deductions; Eliminates the Affordable Care Acts (ACA) individual mandate tax; Establishes a new Family Credit, which includes expanding the Child Tax Credit from $1,000 to $2,000; Preserves the Earned Income Tax Credit and the home mortgage interest deduction for existing mortgages and maintains the home mortgage deduction for newly purchased homes up to $750,000; Lowers the corporate rate to 21%, down from 35%; and, Reduces the tax rate on small business to no more than 29.6%. Click here for policy highlights of the Conference Report to Accompany H.R. 1 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. -30- | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://ferguson.house.gov/media/press-releases/ferguson-votes-give-american-families-tax-relief | Ferguson Votes to Give American Families Tax Relief | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | A. Ferguson | F000465 | ferguson.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON D.C. Congressman Drew Ferguson (R-Ga.) today released the following statement after the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: This is an exciting day for Georgians in the Third District and people across America. The individual tax cuts in this bill give Americans real tax relief for the first time in a generation, ensuring hard-working folks can take home more of the money they earned. Under this bill, the typical family of four earning $73,000 a year will receive a tax cut of $2,059, and a single parent earning $41,000 will receive a tax cut of $1,300, a 73% reduction in their tax bill. That is money you can use to pay your bills, send your children to college or pay for a vacation; things every American would rather do than send their hard-earned money to a wasteful federal bureaucracy. For too long, we have had a tax regime that is a barrier to the meaningful economic growth, but, with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, we are finally lowering the tax burden on job creators and ensuring businesses can invest in their communities and workers. I have said time and again that the United States should be the most competitive place in the world to do business, and todays vote creates an environment where businesses and innovators can grow, create jobs and increase wages for hard-working employees. This bill also gives Americans freedom from Obamacares individual mandate. Forcing Americans to either purchase a product they dont want or pay a penalty is the worst kind of government overreach. I am proud to keep my promise to my constituents to provide relief from this regulatory burden. There is still a lot of work to be done to fix our broken healthcare system, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to increase access to care and decrease costs for all Americans. The bill passed by a vote of 227-203 and now heads to the Senate for a final vote. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://ferguson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=61 | Ferguson Votes to Give American Families Tax Relief | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | A. Ferguson | F000465 | ferguson.house.gov | legacy | 0 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | |||
| https://handel.house.gov/media/press-releases/karen-handel-votes-give-transformative-tax-cuts-american-people | Karen Handel Votes to Give Transformative Tax Cuts to the American People | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Karen Handel | H001078 | handel.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Karen Handel issued the following statement after the House on Tuesday voted to pass the most sweeping tax cut bill in over three decades. This is a historic moment, Rep. Handel said. The provisions of this tax cut bill will be transformative for hardworking American families and American companies, especially our small businesses. More than half of Americans currently live paycheck to paycheck. In the end, theTax Cuts and Jobs Act is about letting hardworking Americans keep more of their money. The typical American family of four earning the median family income of $73,000 will see a tax cut of $2,059. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Actpassed the House of Representatives Tuesday afternoon by a vote of 227-203. This bill, which is the result of compromise negotiations between the House and Senate, lowers federal income tax rates for all low and middle-income Americans. It also nearly doubles the standard deduction, increases the Child Tax Credit from $1,000 to $2,000 per child, retains deductibility of up to $10,000 in state and local property taxes, and preserves $750,000 in mortgage interest deduction benefits. Additionally, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act lowers the corporate tax rate from 35% to 21% - helping put U.S. companies on par with the global averages and their international competitors. Americas current corporate rate is far and away the highest in the industrialized world, as these other nations place - on average - a roughly 22% rate on their corporations. Most of Americas small businesses will have their rates slashed from the current 40% down to 25%. And each of these entities will be able to fully and immediately deduct investments in equipment and other resources. This bill also benefits Americas main street businesses - those small businesses that are the backbone of our economy and job creation, Rep. Handel continued. "By lowering the small business tax rates, these companies can do what they do best - innovate and grow. The bill now heads to the Senate - where it is e… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=1245 | Congress Passes Historic Tax Reform | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Barry Loudermilk | L000583 | loudermilk.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement today after the House voted on final passage of the historicTax Cuts and Jobs Act:This is an investment in the American people. By lowering taxes for millions of middle-income Americans, by doubling the standard deduction, and by getting government out of the way so American businesses can grow - we are investing in America. This bill is about Americans and the American dream. It is about restoring the land of opportunity for every American. It is about empowering the individual to succeed, not continuing to let the government choose winners and losers. This bill allows Americans to keep more of their hard-earned money so they can invest in what is important to them and their families. By passing this historic tax cut and tax reform bill, we are saying we trust the American people to handle their own money more than we trust the Washington establishment. Although this bill isnt perfect, it is a giant step forward. I was proud to cast my vote on behalf of the people of Georgia. Tax Reform Highlights (Courtesy of the House Committee on Ways and Means) For individuals and families, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Lowers individual taxes and sets the rates at 0%, 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%so people can keep more of their hard-earned money. Significantly increases the standard deductionto protect roughly double the amount of what you earn each year from taxes from $6,350 and $12,700 under current law to $12,000 and $24,000 for individuals and married couples, respectively. Continues to allow people to write off the cost of state and local taxes just like current law up to $10,000. Gives individuals and families the ability to choose among sales, income and property taxes to best fit their unique circumstances. Takes action to support more American families by: Expanding the Child Tax Credit from $1,000 to $2,000for single filers and married couples to help parents with the cost of raising children. The tax credit is fully refun… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://tomgraves.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398875 | House Passes Final Version of Historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Bill | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Tom Graves | G000560 | tomgraves.house.gov | legacy | House Passes Final Version of Historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Bill This bill is a Christmas present for every American Washington, December 19, 2017- Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) today voted for and the House passed the Conference Report to Accompany the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1), which is the final version of legislation to cut taxes for families and businesses and create more American jobs. This legislation worked out differences between the previously-passed House and Senate versions of the bill. This is a historic moment for our country, said Rep. Graves. When President Trump signs the Tax Cut and Jobs Act into law later this week, it will mark the first time the tax code was reformed in more than three decades. Our bill creates a simpler, flatter and fairer tax code, continued Rep. Graves. It puts more money in the pockets of hard-working Georgia families and makes the annual tax filing process much easier. It also spurs economic growth and private-sector job creation by slashing the corporate tax rate, which is currently the highest in the developed world, and cutting tax rates for small business income to the lowest levels since the 1940s. This bill is a Christmas present for every American family and business. Beginning on January 1, 2018, the new tax code will take effect, meaning Americans will start taking home more of their hard-earned money as soon as February. The American people elected President Trump and the Republican Congress to do big things, and this fulfills one of our promises, concluded Rep. Graves. The bills highlights include: Cutting individual tax rates for every bracket Nearly doubling the standard deduction from $6,350 to $12,000 for individuals and $12,700 to $24,000 for married couples Incre… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/floor-and-committee-statements?ContentRecord_id=0EBC90F7-B6F1-480F-BD9F-085FBD21BE41 | Floor Speech Urging Colleagues to Support Historic Tax Reform Bill | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Mr. ISAKSON. Mr. President, I would like to take a moment to commend Senator Orrin Hatch. I listened to the debate over this bill not just today but for the better part of 3 years I have been a member of the Finance Committee. I have never heard a more dignified, deliberate, intelligent delivery on any subject than we all just heard from Orrin Hatch on the tax bill. Regardless of your politics, regardless of where you are from, it is good to know that America has dignified statesmen like Orrin Hatch to take the tougher issues, simplify them, get people to join hands, work together, and pass what is right for the American people. I am glad the American people are going to get to see that over the next couple of days. I publicly want to thank Senator Hatch for all he has done and all I know he has done in Washington during the last 3 years. In the 3 years on this committee, I have seen us--Republican and Democratic committee and subcommittee alike--work on every facet of the Tax Code to try to simplify changes down to doable amounts and doable jobs. I have seen everybody have input. I have seen everybody work together. Sure, we have had differences. Senator Hatch has always kept the mainstream there, kept his hand on the tiller, and saw to it that we never lost sight of doing what we need to do, which is to reform our Tax Code. I want to commend Senator Hatch and Senator Enzi, as well, for the work they have done on the Budget Committee to get us to this point and the unsung heroes that all of us know about, our staffs, whom we cannot do without. Jay Khosla and Mark Prater on the Finance Committee have been outstanding and have made this thing work, and I commend them for their work. On my staff, I could not have done what I have done without Amanda Maddox, Trey Kilpatrick, Monica McGuire, and Jay Sulzmann, who have all worked hard to see to it that we made the right decisions for the right reasons for the people of Georgia. I am very proud to be a part of this Senate today and of what is going to prove to be a … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-center?ContentRecord_id=EC3B8B68-CA08-4525-8DE4-E0ECE37C8FBF | Isakson Urges Colleagues to Support Historic Tax Reform Bill | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Atlanta Office One Overton Park 3625 Cumberland Blvd, Suite 970 Atlanta, GA 30339 Tel: (770) 661-0999 Fax: (770) 661-0768 E-mail Me | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-discusses-historic-tax-cuts-on-cnbc- | Senator David Perdue Discusses Historic Tax Cuts On CNBC | 2017-12-19 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=119836C7-392E-468F-8961-18D65BFE6E18 | Rep. Austin Scott Statement on Tax Reform Vote | 2017-12-18 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | austinscott | https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) released the following statement upon the U.S. House of Representatives passing the Conference Report to Accompany H.R. 1 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: “For families across Georgia, today’s legislation means more jobs, more take-home pay, and more money in their own pockets,” said Rep. Scott. “While I am very happy with the first major overhaul of our tax code in over thirty years, there is still a lot of work to be done getting our economy back on track, and I look forward to continuing to work with the Trump Administration and my colleagues in Congress to expand our economy, grow wages, and ease burdensome federal regulations.” Highlights of the bill include: Lowers individual tax rates for all Americans; Significantly increases the standard deduction from $6,500 to $12,000 for individuals and from $13,000 to $24,000 for married couples; Eliminates special-interest deductions; Eliminates the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) individual mandate tax; Establishes a new Family Credit, which includes expanding the Child Tax Credit from $1,000 to $2,000; Preserves the Earned Income Tax Credit and the home mortgage interest deduction for existing mortgages and maintains the home mortgage deduction for newly purchased homes up to $750,000; Lowers the corporate rate to 21%, down from 35%; and, Reduces the tax rate on small business to no more than 29.6%. Click here for policy highlights of the Conference Report to Accompany H.R. 1 - Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. -30- | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z |
| https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1701 | Hice to Host Telephone Town Hall Tuesday | 2017-12-18 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Jody Hice | H001071 | hice.house.gov | legacy | Hice to Host Telephone Town Hall Tuesday f t # e Washington, December 18, 2017 WASHINGTON, D.C On Tuesday, December 19th at approximately 6:00 p.m., Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA) will host a live telephone town hall with constituents from across the 10th District of Georgia. This is will be the seventh and final telephone town hall meeting of 2017 and the 13th Hice has held since taking office in 2015. During the event, residents will hear a brief legislative update from Representative Hice and will have the opportunity to ask questions regarding current events and issues of general concern. Constituents can submit questions prior to the call here. Im excited to once again connect with my constituents and talk about the important issues facing our country, said Congressman Hice. Telephone Town Halls are interactive, completely free to participate in and fully accessible by allowing thousands of individuals to share their views and get answers without having to leave their homes. This proven format is all about providing the most convenient service to every 10th District resident who wishes to engage in a constructive community discussion, and I look forward to speaking with many of you on Tuesday evening. Who:Congressman Hice and 10th District residents What:DecemberTelephone Town Hall When:Tuesday, December 19 from 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. The forum is open to the public. Residents can sign up to participate by clicking here or calling Representative Hices Was… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://woodall.house.gov/media-center/e-newsletter-archive/washington-watch-121817 | Washington Watch - 12/18/17 | 2017-12-18 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rob Woodall | W000810 | woodall.house.gov | legacy | HOUSE WILL APPROVE FINAL TAX BILL AND SEND IT TO THE SENATE As you all know, tax reform has beena goal for decades anda hot topic in recent months. Its been discussed around kitchen tables at dinner time and conference rooms during business meetings. Its been debated on live television by policy experts and political talking heads. Its been considered in various forms in hallways and committee rooms on Capitol Hill for years.The reason, of course, that all this debate and discussion has been happening is because our tax code impacts Americans from all walks of life, and that reality makes reaching a consensus on a reform plan an uphill battle. But Im pleased to report that we are nearing the top of the mountain. Last week the House-Senate Tax Reform Conference Committee successfully reconciled the separate tax reform bills passed in each chamber. Thats right, an agreement on the first fundamental overhaul of our tax code since 1986 has been reached, and the final tax reform bill has been signed by the conferees and posted online for the world to see. CLICK HERE TO READ THE BILL As I pointed out in last weeks newsletter, the final bill still needs approval from the full House and Senate before it can be sent to the Presidents desk. Myhope andexpectation is the House will pass ittomorrow(Tuesday), and the Senate will follow suit before the week ends. I invite you all to take a look at the bill and the accompanying summary documents to see exactly how you will benefit from the new plan. I think what youll find in the agreement are many of the ideas and policy proposals that many of you have contacted me about in recent monthsand thank you again to all who have reached out about tax reform over last few months and years! As you can see from the below tax reform timeline, this legislation has been years in the making. It is the result of countless hours of deliberation and debatemany of those hours occurring during the more than 100 tax reform hearings held in the House and Senate in recent years. In the few years tha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-comments-on-president-trumps-national-security-strategy | Senator David Perdue Comments On President Trumps National Security Strategy | 2017-12-18 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/lawmakers-urge-congress-fund-warthog-wing-work | (Valdosta Daily Times): Lawmakers urge Congress to fund 'Warthog' wing work | 2017-12-16 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | VALDOSTA -- Lawmakers are pressing for Congress to find funding for replacing worn-out wings for the Air Force's A-10C inventory, including Georgia congressmen who represent Moody Air Force Base, where some of the A-10Cs are located. The defense bill for 2018, signed by President Donald Trump last week, authorizes the wing replacements, but Congress still has to authorize spending the $103 million needed. The Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee omitted the funding, according to a statement from the office of Rep. Austin Scott, R-Ga. Friday, Scott and 19 other lawmakers, including both Georgia senators, signed a letter to the Senate and House appropriations committees urging them to arrange for the needed A-10C funding. The A-10C "Warthog" is the Air Force's only plane designed for low-level ground-attack missions for troop support. As of 2015, the Air Force had 283 A-10Cs. In 2014, then-Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel proposed retiring the fleet of tank-killer planes for an estimated savings of $3.5 billion during five years. More recently, former Defense Secretary Ash Carter postponed the planned retirement of the planes. He cited the Warthog's success in strikes against ISIS forces as a factor in the decision. In September, Gen. Ellen Pawlikowski, commander of Air Force Materiel Command, said some Warthogs would have to be grounded in 2018 because their wings will have reached the end of their service life, meaning they cannot be safely flown, according to Daryl Mayer, media operations section chief for 88th Air Base Wing Public Affairs at Wright-Patterson AFB in Ohio. "We expect to ground up to 55 A-10s across the entire fleet by fiscal year 2025, although there are many factors which could change those projections," Mayer said in a statement. The lawmakers' letter says one-third of the Air Force's A-10Cs are in "desperate need of wing set replacements" and that 173 A-10Cs had already gotten them but, as the Air Force was considering retiring the Warthogs at the time, the contract for wing production was … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-scott-colleagues-press-10c-wing-funding-fy18-appropriations | Rep. Scott, Colleagues Press for A-10C Wing Funding in FY18 Appropriations | 2017-12-15 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08), a Member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), joined nineteen of his House and Senate colleagues in expressing their concern on the Senate Appropriations Committee omitting funding to begin re-winging the A-10C Thunderbolt II fleet. One third of the A-10C aircraft fleet are in desperate need of wing set replacements in order to safely continue their critical missions, and as the only plane in the U.S. military specifically designed for Close Air Support and Combat Search and Rescue it is critical the fleet undergo wing replacement to continue their important missions fighting ISIS and providing ground support to troops around the world, said Rep. Scott. Earlier this week, President Trump signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which authorized the wing replacement projects for Fiscal Year 2018, but without the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee appropriating the funding, the project cannot be completed. The A-10C, also known as the Warthog, has been instrumental in the fight against ISIS, and its armored capabilities have aided in its critical deployments to the Demilitarized Zone south of the North Korean border, Eastern Europe and the Baltics in face of Russian aggression, and missions in the South China Sea after illegal Chinese military expansion in the region. Joining Rep. Scott on todays letter are Senators Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and David Perdue (R-GA) and Representatives Martha McSally (AZ-02), Mike Turner (OH-10), Vicky Hartzier (MO-04), Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), Collen Hanabusa (HI-01), Tom OHalleran (AZ-01), Walter Jones (N.C.-03), Mike Coffman (CO-06), Paul Cook (CA-08), Carol Shea-Porter (NH-01), Thomas Suzzoi (NY-03), Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Jim Banks (IN-03), Adam Kinzinger (IL-16), Don Bacon (NE-02), Earl L. Buddy Carter (GA-01), and Kyrsten Sinema (AZ-09). Click here to read todays letter. -30- | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://buddycarter.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2756 | Carter Applauds Protection of Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives | 2017-12-15 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Buddy Carter | C001103 | buddycarter.house.gov | legacy | Carter Applauds Protection of Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives f t # e Washington, December 15, 2017 Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.) today praised the conferenced version of theTax Cuts and Jobs Actwhich maintains the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives program. Carter fought to protect these historic tax credits in the final agreement."As soon as I heard these historic tax credits were on the line, I went straight to the chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee,"said Carter."I told him how lucky I am to be from one of the most beautiful places in the world, and an important part of this beauty is the continued historic preservation across the district. I also told him what I heard from constituents in the First District of Georgia to make sure he knew how important this program is for our area. Throughout the negotiations we maintained this dialogue and I am thrilled to see the program has been preserved to help protect the charm of our great cities for generations to come." The Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives program encourages private sector investment in the rehabilitation and re-use of historic buildings. The program was eliminated in the original House version of theTax Cuts and Jobs Actand modified in the Senate version. The final compromised version released today maintains the programand requires that the credit has to be claimed over five years. f t # e | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-center?ContentRecord_id=1C2E65E8-D1F4-44D7-A7AF-EC7113BEB9E5 | A Stronger Military and a Safer Nation | 2017-12-15 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Dear Friends, This week, President Trump signed into law the fiscal year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act, and it benefits Georgias more than a dozen military installations. The measure includes pay increases for service members and an increase in troop numbers, providing military leaders with additional forces needed to carry out critical mission assignments and confront threats to our nation. Georgia is the home to critical assets in our national defense. From cutting edge capabilities such as cyber warfare, to strategic defense platforms like Ohio-class submarines, to Armor Brigade Combat Teams, and intelligence assets like the E-8 Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) program, Georgia heavily contributes to our national efforts to project power and strength.Our service members put everything on the line for our security, and Im glad that theyll receive a pay raise. This legislation addresses many of our military's needs and will provide stronger security. Keeping Our Promises to Veterans This week, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary David Shulkin notified Congress that funding for veterans community care, called the Veterans Choice Fund, will run out within the next month if Congress does not act. The Caring for Our Veterans Act of 2017, legislation I introduced with Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., addresses this funding deadline by providing an additional $4 billion for the program while permanently enhancing veterans access to care in their communities as well as expanding the caregiver assistance program for Vietnam-era veterans. It is critical that the Senate and House pass this bipartisan legislation before the end of the year to ensure veterans continue to have access to efficient, timely and quality health care. The legislation was passed out of the Senate VA committee by a vote of 14-1 and awaits action by the full Senate. In Other News: This week, the Senate joined the House in a conference to resolve differences between the two chambers tax reform bill… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=AEDB2A2A-DE52-458C-A8AE-411C6F1D4343 | Isakson: Tax Reform Will Strengthen America's Future | 2017-12-15 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance with jurisdiction over tax reform, released the following statement regarding the agreement reached between the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives on a final tax reform package: Now is the time for Congress to finally deliver after years of work to overhaul the outdated federal tax code that has held our economy back. Combined with the rollback of regulations by this administration, comprehensive tax reform will put America on a strong path that will allow us to compete in a global marketplace well into the future. With this bill, we are helping hardworking families and small businesses now and providing greater opportunities for future generations. I look forward to voting on this final tax bill soon to provide stronger economic growth, increased wages and a higher standard of living for Americans. Highlights of the final tax bill for individuals and families include: Cutting individual income tax rates across the board, Doubling the standard deduction, and Doubling the child tax credit. For small businesses, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provides tax relief that will enable them to expand and create jobs. Additionally, the legislation overhauls the U.S. corporate tax system by lowering rates and adopting new international tax rules similar to our trading partners. These changes will enable American companies to compete on a level playing field with the rest of the world while removing the incentive to move U.S. facilities and jobs overseas. The Senate and House must each pass the final, bicameral, agreed to bill before it can be sent to the president to be signed into law. Both chambers are expected to vote on it before Christmas. Related:Isakson: Tax Reform Helps Americans Now, Supports Future GenerationsIsakson Applauds Committee Passage of Tax ReformIsakson Statement on Tax ReformIsaksons Floor Remarks on the Senate Tax Reform ProposalFox News: Isakson Talks Tax Reform and Veterans Day on F… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=7ED560BE-B58B-4526-B3EA-1030C778F781 | Rep. Scott, Colleagues Press for A-10C Wing Funding in FY18 Appropriations | 2017-12-14 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | austinscott | https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08), a Member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), joined nineteen of his House and Senate colleagues in expressing their concern on the Senate Appropriations Committee omitting funding to begin re-winging the A-10C Thunderbolt II fleet. “One third of the A-10C aircraft fleet are in desperate need of wing set replacements in order to safely continue their critical missions, and as the only plane in the U.S. military specifically designed for Close Air Support and Combat Search and Rescue it is critical the fleet undergo wing replacement to continue their important missions fighting ISIS and providing ground support to troops around the world,” said Rep. Scott. Earlier this week, President Trump signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which authorized the wing replacement projects for Fiscal Year 2018, but without the Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee appropriating the funding, the project cannot be completed. The A-10C, also known as the Warthog, has been instrumental in the fight against ISIS, and its armored capabilities have aided in its critical deployments to the Demilitarized Zone south of the North Korean border, Eastern Europe and the Baltics in face of Russian aggression, and missions in the South China Sea after illegal Chinese military expansion in the region. Joining Rep. Scott on today’s letter are Senators Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and David Perdue (R-GA) and Representatives Martha McSally (AZ-02), Mike Turner (OH-10), Vicky Hartzier (MO-04), Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), Collen Hanabusa (HI-01), Tom O’Halleran (AZ-01), Walter Jones (N.C.-03), Mike Coffman (CO-06), Paul Cook (CA-08), Carol Shea-Porter (NH-01), Thomas Suzzoi (NY-03), Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Jim Banks (IN-03), Adam Kinzinger (IL-16), Don Bacon (NE-02), Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (GA-01), and Kyrsten Sinema (AZ-09). Click here to read today’s letter. -30- | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z |
| https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=1240 | House Bill Puts Irans Terror-Financing Under the Microscope | 2017-12-14 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Barry Loudermilk | L000583 | loudermilk.house.gov | legacy | House Bill Puts Iran’s Terror-Financing Under the Microscope f t # e Washington, December 14, 2017 Rep. Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement today after voting on legislation to call for greater transparency in Iran’s financial dealings: “Iran has repeatedly proven that it cannot be trusted. As the world’s leading state-sponsor of terror, Iran continues to show a complete disregard for human life through its tangled, highly-financed web of terror. The bills passed by the House today put Iran’s illicit financial activities under the microscope, shedding light into the regime’s volatile mix of money laundering, human rights abuses, and terrorist financing. “Iran provides millions of dollars of funds and weapons to Hamas and other terrorist organizations. These organizations use these funds and weapons to carry out attacks on United States citizens and our allies. That’s why I voted for legislation that would make it more difficult for Iran to purchase commercial aircraft from the United States – or companies that do business with us – without strict oversight and control.” Background H.R. 1638, the Iranian Leadership Asset Transparency Act Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to report to Congress on the assets held by Iran’s senior political, military, and business leaders, and on the probable sources and uses of the assets. If necessary, this report could be classified and available to Members of Congress. Urges the U.S. Treasury Secretary to seek information for the report from sources that would search and, if necessary, translate publicly available “high-veracity official records” overseas, and provide methods to search and analyze such data in ways that are useful to law enforcement. H.R. 4324, Strengthening Oversight of … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://tomgraves.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398874 | Rep. Tom Graves Statement on FCC Vote to Repeal Net Neutrality Regulations | 2017-12-14 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Tom Graves | G000560 | tomgraves.house.gov | legacy | Contact: Garrett Hawkins 202-225-5211 Rep. Tom Graves Statement on FCC Vote to Repeal Net Neutrality Regulations Washington, December 14, 2017 - Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) issued the following statement after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to dismantle net neutrality regulations: “I commend Chairman Pai and the FCC for approving this plan to restore internet freedom. It’s the result of an open and transparent process that provided all relevant documents and information to the public ahead of the vote. The plan will repeal Obama-era net neutrality regulations, which stifled innovation and competition on the internet and did nothing to protect consumers. Returning to a free and open internet will ensure the online marketplace continues to flourish while increasing broadband access for rural and low-income Americans.” ### Print version of this document | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-un-report-on-iran-validates-us-concerns | Senator David Perdue: UN Report On Iran Validates U.S. Concerns | 2017-12-14 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://ferguson.house.gov/media/press-releases/ferguson-votes-pass-prosper-act-out-committee | Ferguson Votes to Pass PROSPER Act out of Committee | 2017-12-13 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | A. Ferguson | F000465 | ferguson.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON D.C. –Congressman Drew Ferguson (R-Ga.), a member of the Education and the Workforce Committee, today voted to pass The Promoting Real Opportunity, Success and Prosperity Through Education Reform (PROSPER) Act out of the committee following a markup. The PROSPER Act will reauthorize the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965 for the first time since 2008. “While the last half century has seen millions of students gain access to higher education, the reforms added to the 1965 HEA over the years have created cumbersome policies for students and institutions alike,” said Ferguson. “With six million jobs unfilled, there is clearly a skills gap between our higher education system and the realities of our economy and a growing number of students who are struggling to afford or even complete their educations. The PROSPER Act addresses these issues by limiting the federal government’s over-regulation of higher education and instead creating more transparency, accreditation accountability and modernized market-alignment to put downward pressure on college costs. I look forward to continuing to support this bill as it heads to the House floor.” Ferguson’s bill, the Help Students Repay Act, aimed at helping students make progress towards paying down their student loan debt is included in the PROSPER Act. Currently, student loan borrowers must choose from nine different loan repayment plans, five of which are income-driven. Ferguson’s proposal would replace these five plans with a single, simplified income-based repayment plan. A bill Ferguson cosponsored, the Reverse Transfer Efficiency Act of 2017, was also included in the final package. Ferguson also introduced an amendment to the PROSPER Act to ensure high school students receive information about the financial aid options available for higher education. The amendment passed with bipartisan support. The PROSPER Act passed out of committee by a vote of 23-17. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://ferguson.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=105 | Ferguson Votes to Pass PROSPER Act out of Committee | 2017-12-13 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | A. Ferguson | F000465 | ferguson.house.gov | legacy | 0 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | |||
| https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=1238 | Rep. Loudermilk Sponsors Regulatory Relief for Community Banks and Credit Unions | 2017-12-13 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Barry Loudermilk | L000583 | loudermilk.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Loudermilk Sponsors Regulatory Relief for Community Banks and Credit Unions f t # e Washington, December 13, 2017 Rep. Loudermilk (R-GA), a member of the House Financial Services Committee, introduced the Comprehensive Regulatory Review Act, H.R. 4607. This legislation will strengthen, improve, and expand the Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act’s (EGRPRA) review process. “When I meet with community banks and credit unions across Georgia, I consistently hear of one issue that makes it difficult for them to best serve their customers. Most describe it as the “death by a thousand cuts,” administered by excessive, and often non-applicable or outdated, regulations from federal bureaucracies. “In the short time I have been in Congress, one truth I have learned is that there are some bureaucrats who never saw a regulation they didn’t like, no matter how outdated, non-relevant or burdensome it may be. The Comprehensive Regulatory Review Act requires financial regulatory agencies to complete a review of their regulations every seven years and identify those regulations that are duplicative, outdated or over-burdensome. “The CRRA will require these agencies to eliminate, modify or tailor unnecessary regulations every seven years, not just pencil-whip a report to Congress, as is required by the current EGRPRA laws. This bill is about rightsizing government regulators so they are more efficient, effective and up-to-date.”The Comprehensive Regulatory Review Act: o Requires EGRPRA (Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act) reviews to be done every 7 years instead of every 10 o Expands EGRPRA reviews to include all regulated institutions, not just insured depository institutions o Expands EGRPRA to include the CFPB in addition … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-introduces-atlanta-based-us-circuit-judge-nominee-in-confirmation-hearing | Senator David Perdue Introduces Atlanta-Based U.S. Circuit Judge Nominee In Confirmation Hearing | 2017-12-13 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-introduces-georgia-federal-judge-nominee-in-confirmation-hearing | Senator David Perdue Introduces Georgia Federal Judge Nominee In Confirmation Hearing | 2017-12-13 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=943 | President Trump Signs NDAA, Collins TRICARE Language into Law | 2017-12-12 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump today signed the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) into law. The NDAA included language authored by Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) to require pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to update their MAC pricing lists every seven days so that those lists reflect market prices accurately. Without this provision, PBMs routinely wait weeks and months to update the MAC reimbursement lists, enabling them to underpay pharmacies and overcharge TRICARE. “PBMs keep their operations in the shadows in order to take advantage of patients and taxpayers. I worked to have this language included as part of the NDAA to help America’s service members and their families get the medicines they need while keeping drug prices appropriately competitive for patients and taxpayers under the TRICARE program,” said Collins. Collins’s provision can be found in section 714 of the NDAA and took effect immediately upon becoming law. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/president-trump-signs-national-defense-authorization-act | President Trump Signs National Defense Authorization Act | 2017-12-12 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) released the following statement upon President Trump signing the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act: “Today, President Trump and Congress continued their commitment to our Armed Forces by authorizing critical funding for our troops to address our readiness crisis, confront aggression, address threats, rebuild our military, protect force structure, and provide for our military families,” said Rep. Scott. “One of the most important responsibilities as a Member of Congress is providing for our men and women in uniform. I am proud to have worked on this piece of legislation, and we are ready to begin work on the FY2019 NDAA.” In addition to providing new resources to address troop and infrastructure readiness, this bill also continues Congress’ commitment to our warfighters and their families including fully funding a 2.4% pay raise for our warfighters and permanently preserving the Special Survivor Indemnity Allowance (SSIA) payments to surviving military spouses, among other things. As the only Republican from Georgia on the House Armed Services Committee and a negotiator to the House-Senate Conference Committee, Congressman Scott was instrumental in fighting on behalf of Georgia’s military installations during the Committee’s markup of the NDAA. PROVIDING FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE JSTARS NEEDS AT ROBINS: The E–8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) is a joint Air Force and Army program that provides critical airborne surveillance, intelligence, and command and control to our military through on-board radar and computer subsystems equipment that gathers and distributes detailed battlefield information. Combatant commanders utilize the JSTARS fleet around the world, and it is based at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins. JSTARS’ mission is enabled by leveraging its extremely capable active radar system providing invaluable moving target indicator (MTI) intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance targeting information … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hice.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1700 | Hice Applauds President Trump on Restoring Military Readiness | 2017-12-12 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Jody Hice | H001071 | hice.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Jody Hice today applauded the President’s signing of the Conference Report of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2018 into law. The NDAA authorizes funding for the U.S. Department of Defense, establishes our national security priorities for the next fiscal year, and provides crucial resources for servicemembers and their families. “After too many years of inadequate funding, outdated equipment, and readiness shortfalls, this NDAA supports increasing defense spending and prioritizes the safety and security of the American people,” said Congressman Hice. “Our top priority is and has always been to keep America safe. The policies within the FY’18 NDAA achieve the goal of countering threats from rogue nations like North Korea, support cyber operations at the U.S. Army’s Cyber Center of Excellence at Fort Gordon in Augusta, and provide our troops with a well-earned 2.4% pay raise. I’m very proud of the work on this legislation by Chairman Thornberry and members of the House Armed Services Committee, and I applaud President Trump's leadership in strengthening our national security as we work to modernize the Department of Defense.” Hice spoke in opposition to an amendment offered by Representative Jared Polis (D-CO), which would mandate a one percent reduction in defense spending, except for personnel and health accounts. Hice also delivered remarks in favor of amendments offered by Representatives Ron DeSantis (R-FL) and Robert Pittenger (R-NC), which would prohibit the U.S. Department of Defense from contracting with telecommunication companies found to be complicit with North Korean cyberattacks or any Chinese company found to be providing support for the North Korean regime. Additionally, Hice praised an amendment offered by Representative Mike Bishop (R-MI), which calls upon President Trump to encourage our NATO allies to fulfill their commitments and recognize those allies that currently meet them. Specifically, the bill: Authoriz… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://tomgraves.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398873 | Rep. Tom Graves Votes to End Operation Chokepoint, Help Consumers | 2017-12-12 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Tom Graves | G000560 | tomgraves.house.gov | legacy | Contact: Garrett Hawkins 202-225-5211 Rep. Tom Graves Votes to End ‘Operation Chokepoint,’ Help Consumers Washington, December 12, 2017 - Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) yesterday voted for and the House passed the Financial Institution Customer Protection Act (H.R. 2706), bipartisan legislation prohibiting the Department of Justice and federal banking regulators from forcing financial institutions to terminate customer accounts for political reasons.“The Obama administration used Operation Chokepoint to block businesses they disliked – such as gun stores and short-term lenders – from accessing bank loans and other financial services,” said Rep. Graves. “It was an undeniable abuse of power. This legislation eliminates Operation Chokepoint and prohibits any future administration from implementing a similar program.”Rep. Graves also included a provision to end Operation Chokepoint in this year’s Financial Services Appropriations bill, which passed the House in September. ### Print version of this document | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-on-the-signing-of-major-defense-bill-into-law | Senator David Perdue On The Signing Of Major Defense Bill Into Law | 2017-12-12 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/what-they-are-saying-annual-defense-bill-critical-to-georgias-military-community | What They Are Saying: Annual Defense Bill Critical To Georgias Military Community | 2017-12-12 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=117CE3DC-83A7-47DB-80D8-658F64E5CB0D | President Trump Signs National Defense Authorization Act | 2017-12-11 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | austinscott | https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) released the following statement upon President Trump signing the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act: “Today, President Trump and Congress continued their commitment to our Armed Forces by authorizing critical funding for our troops to address our readiness crisis, confront aggression, address threats, rebuild our military, protect force structure, and provide for our military families,”said Rep. Scott. “One of the most important responsibilities as a Member of Congress is providing for our men and women in uniform. I am proud to have worked on this piece of legislation, and we are ready to begin work on the FY2019 NDAA.” In addition to providing new resources to address troop and infrastructure readiness, this bill also continues Congress’ commitment to our warfighters and their families including fully funding a 2.4% pay raise for our warfighters and permanently preserving the Special Survivor Indemnity Allowance (SSIA) payments to surviving military spouses, among other things. As the only Republican from Georgia on the House Armed Services Committee and a negotiator to the House-Senate Conference Committee, Congressman Scott was instrumental in fighting on behalf of Georgia’s military installations during the Committee’s markup of the NDAA. PROVIDING FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE JSTARS NEEDS AT ROBINS: The E–8C Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) is a joint Air Force and Army program that provides critical airborne surveillance, intelligence, and command and control to our military through on-board radar and computer subsystems equipment that gathers and distributes detailed battlefield information. Combatant commanders utilize the JSTARS fleet around the world, and it is based at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins. JSTARS’ mission is enabled by leveraging its extremely capable active radar system providing invaluable moving target indicator (MTI) intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance targeting informat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z |
| https://woodall.house.gov/media-center/e-newsletter-archive/washington-watch-121117 | Washington Watch - 12/11/17 | 2017-12-11 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rob Woodall | W000810 | woodall.house.gov | legacy | TAX REFORM LEGISLATION MOVES TO CONFERENCE COMMITTEE For those of you who are following the tax reform process closely, you’ll know that last week brought us another step closer to wrapping up our work on a comprehensive tax overhaul before the end of the year. The House led the way last Monday by voting to meet the Senate in Conference Committee to hash out the differences in each chamber’s tax reform plan, and the Senate followed our lead on Wednesday. Once the members of the Conference Committee reach an agreement on a unified tax reform bill, it will come before the House and Senate for final passage, and if approved by each chamber, the tax reform bill will head to the President’s desk for his signature. You may be wondering what those outstanding differences are in the House and Senate tax bills. The good news is that the bills are pretty similar, but there are several areas in which the plans differ. For example, the House-passed version of H.R. 1 would consolidate the current seven tax brackets into four, while the Senate bill maintains all seven of today’s brackets. Another outstanding issue is how to deal with certain deductions and credits, including the deduction for medical expenses, which the House bill eliminates and the Senate bill retains, and the child tax credit, which both bills expand but in different ways, to name a few. Even in areas where there is agreement, such as lowering the corporate tax rate to 20%, the two chambers currently disagree on whether the changes should take place in 2018 or be delayed a year until 2019. My expectation is that, after much consideration and debate, the Conference Committee will reach an agreement on each and every one of these issues in the coming days. For those of you who are interested in learning more about each of chamber’s tax reform bill and the sections that need to be reconciled, I encourage you to take a look at the Tax Foundation side-by-side comparison. And as I’ve said many times in past newsletters, I hope you all will continue to reach out to… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-we-must-remain-vigilant-in-protecting-our-homeland | Senator David Perdue: We Must Remain Vigilant In Protecting Our Homeland | 2017-12-11 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-center?ContentRecord_id=66AB5335-6520-4BA3-A560-597099DA8B9D | Keeping Our Promises to Veterans | 2017-12-08 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | Dear Friends, This week, I joined a number of members of our Georgia congressional delegation who represent Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Ga., in our second annual Robins Air Force Base congressional breakfast hosted by the 21st Century Partnership, an organization that supports Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Ga. I also had the pleasure of meeting with Robins Air Force Base officials regarding the Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) platform. As home to the Air Force Reserve Command, the 78th Air Base Wing and Air Logistics Complex, and the entire U.S. fleet of JSTARS aircraft, Robins Air Force Base plays a vital role in our national defense and provides support to all branches of the military throughout the world. The efficiency and effectiveness of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center contributes significantly to U.S. military operations worldwide, and I am proud to support this, and all of our Georgia-based installations in Washington. Reducing Opioid Abuse Across America, communities and families are dealing with the devastating effects of the opioid crisis, and drug overdose deaths are on the rise. Georgia, unfortunately, is no stranger to the malicious effects of the epidemic. Sadly, 982 Georgians lost their lives due to opioid-related overdoses in 2016. Unfortunately, too many of our brave veterans are now dependent on opioids to address chronic pain as a result of injuries sustained in combat. Between 2010 and 2015, the number of veterans addicted to opioids rose 55 percent to roughly 68,000 individuals, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). While our veterans' military service may have concluded, our duty as a country to support and honor our veterans continues. It is critical that we do everything we can to combat this tragic opioid epidemic. This week, I penned an op-ed along with Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr focused on our shared commitment to making sure that veterans and all Georgians are protected from the devastation of … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-tax-changes-are-a-win-for-americans | Senator David Perdue: Tax Changes Are A Win For Americans | 2017-12-08 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/georgia-delegation-hosts-second-annual-robins-air-force-breakfast | Georgia Delegation Hosts Second Annual Robins Air Force Breakfast, Features U.S. Air Force Secretary | 2017-12-07 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Austin Scott (R-GA-08) and Sanford Bishop (D-GA-02), along with U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and David Perdue (R-GA) welcomed U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Dr. Heather Wilson at the second annual Robins Air Force Base congressional breakfast today in Washington, D.C. Highlighted at today’s meeting were the economic and military contributions that Robins Air Force Base brings to Georgia. As home to the Air Force Reserve Command, the 78th Air Base Wing and Air Logistics Complex, and the entire U.S. fleet of Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) aircraft, Robins Air Force Base plays a vital role in our national defense and provides support to all branches of the military throughout the world. The efficiency and effectiveness of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center contributes significantly to U.S. military operations worldwide. The Georgia congressional delegation members were joined at the Washington, D.C., event by Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and other senior leaders from the Air Force, Brigadier General John Kubinec, commander of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex and other Robins Air Force Base officials, as well as 21st Century Partnership members, community representatives and local elected officials from Warner Robins, Ga. “I’d like to thank Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen Goldfein, Lt Gen Levy, Brig Gen Kubinec, Warner Robins Air Logistics Center Commander Col Drew, and JSTARS Active and Guard component commanders Col Bass and Col Grabowski, as well as 21st Century Partnership and the greater Warner Robins community for their continued support of Robins,” said Congressman Austin Scott, member of the House Armed Services Committee. “Robins Air Force Base is a boon to Middle Georgia, and I will continue to fight for their missions and the active duty and DOD civilians supported by the base.” “With its logistical and maintenance facilities, Robins Air Force Base serves as an integral pa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=1236 | Loudermilk Supports Concealed Carry Reciprocity | 2017-12-07 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Barry Loudermilk | L000583 | loudermilk.house.gov | legacy | Loudermilk Supports Concealed Carry Reciprocity f t # e Washington, December 7, 2017 Rep. Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement in support of legislation that protects law-abiding citizens’ ability to carry firearms: “The only thing that can stop a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun. A few months ago, my colleagues and I were in a fight for our lives on a baseball field in Alexandria, Virginia. Due to gun laws in Washington D.C., my colleagues and I – many of whom hold valid gun licenses in our respective states – were unarmed. I never want to be in a gun fight again, but definitely not without a gun. "Our Constitution is clear; ‘the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.’ Governments at all levels have sought to restrict our Second Amendment protections, but the House has just taken a momentous step in protecting this right. “Law abiding citizens should not have to wonder if their right to carry is 'valid' from state to state. This legislative package, which includes the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, protects a law-abiding citizens’ right to protect themselves across state lines.” Background H.R. 38, the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act · Allows law-abiding individuals with valid concealed carry permits to carry a concealed handgun in any state that allows concealed carry. · Retains private individual, state or local government’s ability to restrict the possession of concealed firearms on certain property. · Clarifies that federal law enforcement officers, including retired and off-duty officers, are not subject to gun restrictions in federally-defined school zones. H.R.4477, the Fix NICS Act of 2017 · Strengthens the National Instant Criminal Background Check … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-blasts-government-funding-process | Senator David Perdue Blasts Government Funding Process | 2017-12-07 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=941 | Collins Statement on President's Jerusalem Announcement | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | President Trump today recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and announced plans to move the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) issued the following statement in response: “I commend President Trump for officially recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital, reaffirming both the United States’ deep bond with Israel and the importance of Jerusalem to Judaism. Under the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Act, U.S. law states that our nation should locate its embassy in Jerusalem, but until now there has been no action to make that a reality. I have long supported such a move and believe it strengthens our relationship with Israel, while keeping the door open for continued negotiations toward a two-state solution. “President Trump's announcement brings our diplomatic policy toward Israel into alignment with our posture toward other sovereign nations around the world, which determine their own capitals. The president’s decision also affirms that Israel is the United States’ strongest ally, and he is right to act accordingly.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=942 | Collins Supports Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON—Today the House passed H.R. 38, the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, which would allow individuals who are lawfully permitted to carry a concealed firearm in their home states to carry concealed firearms in other states that allow the practice. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) is a cosponsor of this legislation and managed the rule debate for the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act on the floor. “As a member of Congress, I have a duty to uphold American liberties—including the right to bear arms—for current and future generations. I cosponsored the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act because I believe the Second Amendment doesn't end at state borders. "Our forefathers didn't cement our right to defend ourselves and our families as a philosophical exercise—they were protecting freedoms that they recognized as essential elements of our democracy. The Second Amendment will always be one of those foundational liberties, and today's vote affirms that,” said Collins. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/sens-perdue-and-isakson-rep-austin-scott-support-jerusalem-decision | (Albany Herald): Sens. Perdue and Isakson, Rep. Austin Scott support Jerusalem decision | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | ALBANY -- Republican congressional lawmakers who represent Southwest Georgia were supportive Wednesday of President Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. "I have determined that it is time to officially recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel," Trump, who had promised to recognize Jerusalem during his presidential campaign, said. "After more than two decades of waivers, we are no closer to a lasting peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians." U.S. Sen. David Perdue, R-Sea Island, quickly applauded Trump's decision, which has received a chilly response from U.S. allies who see it as counterproductive to Israeli-Palestinian peace efforts. "It's long overdue we send a powerful message of support to one of our closest allies, Israel," Perdue, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, said. "I commend President Trump for taking continued steps to reaffirm the United States' relationship with Israel after years of questionable policies from the Obama Administration. "As a new U.S. senator, I made my first international trip to Israel and personally met with Prime Minister Netanyahu. By recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, the president is recognizing both an historic and modern reality, Jerusalem is the center for the Jewish people and all parts of Israeli government reside there today. President Trump has shown Israel is a priority, and we will continue to work together in support of our longtime friend and ally." U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Marietta, said, "Israel has been a reliable and valuable partner to the United States in a volatile region. For nearly seven decades, Jerusalem has been recognized as the capital of Israel and the seat of its democratic institutions. Two decades ago, Congress passed bipartisan legislation recognizing the same reality. Today's news solidifies that the United States is steadfast in our commitment to Israel. "As we start the process of moving the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv, we must ensure the safety of our diplomatic corps.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-austin-scott-lauds-house-passage-concealed-carry-reciprocity-bill | Rep. Austin Scott Lauds House Passage of Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) released the following statement upon the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (H.R. 38) passing the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 231 to 198. The legislation would allow concealed carry permit holders from one state to legally carry their firearm in any state while also improving the accuracy of background check data used by gun store owners through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) to prevent the sale of firearms to people who are prohibited from buying them. “The Founding Fathers valued the right to keep and bear arms so much so that it was included as the Second Amendment of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution. I believe that this right is as important today as it was then,” said Rep. Austin Scott. “I also believe that Americans should not have to ask for permission to exercise their Constitutional rights when they cross state lines. That is why I am a cosponsor of the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and was proud to vote in favor of it when it passed the House today.” Click here to read more about the legislation. -30- | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=E8DF441C-2A8A-441B-B712-2D02A6CE21A4 | Georgia Delegation Hosts Second Annual Robins Air Force Breakfast, Features U.S. Air Force Secretary | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | austinscott | https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Austin Scott (R-GA-08) and Sanford Bishop (D-GA-02), along with U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and David Perdue (R-GA) welcomed U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Dr. Heather Wilson at the second annual Robins Air Force Base congressional breakfast today in Washington, D.C. Highlighted at today’s meeting were the economic and military contributions that Robins Air Force Base brings to Georgia. As home to the Air Force Reserve Command, the 78th Air Base Wing and Air Logistics Complex, and the entire U.S. fleet of Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) aircraft, Robins Air Force Base plays a vital role in our national defense and provides support to all branches of the military throughout the world. The efficiency and effectiveness of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center contributes significantly to U.S. military operations worldwide. The Georgia congressional delegation members were joined at the Washington, D.C., event by Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and other senior leaders from the Air Force, Brigadier General John Kubinec, commander of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex and other Robins Air Force Base officials, as well as 21st Century Partnership members, community representatives and local elected officials from Warner Robins, Ga. “I’d like to thank Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen Goldfein, Lt Gen Levy, Brig Gen Kubinec, Warner Robins Air Logistics Center Commander Col Drew, and JSTARS Active and Guard component commanders Col Bass and Col Grabowski, as well as 21st Century Partnership and the greater Warner Robins community for their continued support of Robins,” said Congressman Austin Scott, member of the House Armed Services Committee. “Robins Air Force Base is a boon to Middle Georgia, and I will continue to fight for their missions and the active duty and DOD civilians supported by the base.” “With its logistical and maintenance facilities, Robins Air Force Base serves as an integra… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z |
| https://loudermilk.house.gov/news/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=1232 | Loudermilk Statement on Decision to Recognize Jerusalem as Capital of Israel | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Barry Loudermilk | L000583 | loudermilk.house.gov | legacy | Loudermilk Statement on Decision to Recognize Jerusalem as Capital of Israel f t # e Washington, December 6, 2017 Rep. Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement in support of President Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the Capital of Israel: “When I visit with members of the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament, I go to Jerusalem. Both times I have met with the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, we met in Jerusalem. And my meeting with President Reuven Rivlin, of Israel, was also in Jerusalem. Jerusalem is the seat of the Israeli government; it is the location of their Parliament building and the offices of the Prime Minister and President. “It is the diplomatic right of any sovereign nation to choose where their nation’s capital is located; and, for 67 years, Israel has recognized Jerusalem as their capital. It is beyond time for the United States to embrace reality and formally recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. “In 1995 Congress passed, by an overwhelming bi-partisan majority, an act to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and to move the United States Embassy to Jerusalem. I applaud President Trump for addressing this and formally recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.” f t # e | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://tomgraves.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398871 | Rep. Tom Graves, House Pass Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Tom Graves | G000560 | tomgraves.house.gov | legacy | Contact: Garrett Hawkins 202-225-5211 Rep. Tom Graves, House Pass Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill “Bill reaffirms the constitutional right of every law-abiding American to keep and bear arms” Washington, December 6, 2017 - Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) today voted for and the House passed the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (H.R. 38). The legislation permits individuals with a concealed carry permit to carry a concealed firearm in any state that allows it.“The Second Amendment is alive and well, and passing this bill reaffirms the constitutional right of every law-abiding American to keep and bear arms,” said Rep. Graves. “With concealed carry reciprocity, those who legally hold a concealed carry permit in one state can carry in another state without fear of accidentally breaking its laws.”The case of Shaneen Allen is an example of why H.R. 38 is necessary. In 2013, Ms. Allen, a single mother of two, was arrested in New Jersey for unlawful possession of a weapon even though she was licensed to carry a concealed firearm in her home state of Pennsylvania. After spending 40 days in jail and losing her job, she was pardoned by New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. ### Print version of this document | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://woodall.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/woodall-house-clear-legislation-promoting-second-amendment | Woodall, House Clear Legislation Promoting Second Amendment | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rob Woodall | W000810 | woodall.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 38, the “Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act,” to enable those properly authorized to carry a concealed firearm in their state to also carry that concealed firearm in any state that offers concealed carry privileges. The measure reaffirms the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms, while satisfying the concerns of many conservative Members of Congress that it could supersede or limit the Tenth Amendment rights of any state to permit private persons or entities to prohibit or restrict the possession of concealed firearms on their property. U.S. Rep. Rob Woodall (GA 07), who is among those conservatives who have that concern, supported the bill, and applauded its protections of both the Second and Tenth Amendments to the Constitution. “Today in the House, we passed H.R. 38, the ‘Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act,’ which I was glad to see address not only the reciprocity issue among states across the country, but also many of the Tenth Amendment considerations regarding the protection of states’ sovereignty. The Second and Tenth Amendments to our Constitution are both integral parts of our Republic, and any legislation addressing one should be mindful of the other. I have long had Tenth Amendment concerns about bills such as H.R. 38, but with the advocacy of Georgia's chief law enforcement officer, Attorney General Chris Carr, for the bill as one that protects Georgia as a state and Georgians as citizens, I cast a yes vote on the consensus language in H.R. 38.” Beyond the support of H.R. 38 on Capitol Hill, the measure has garnered broad support from state and local leaders across the country, including Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, who joined 23 state attorneys general in urging Congress to approve the legislation passed by the House today and affirming that the new legislation would not infringe upon the State of Georgia’s right to govern themselves. Congressman Woodall represents the Seventh Congressional District of Georgia, which i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=31B399E6-C20B-4203-A5B9-1593882A17ED | Georgia Delegation Hosts Second Annual Robins Air Force Base Breakfast, Features U.S. Air Force Secretary | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and David Perdue, R-Ga., along with U.S. Representatives Austin Scott, R-Ga.-08, and Sanford Bishop, D-Ga.-02, welcomed U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Dr. Heather Wilson at the second annual Robins Air Force Base congressional breakfast today in Washington, D.C. Highlighted at today’s meeting were the economic and military contributions that Robins Air Force Base brings to Georgia. As home to the Air Force Reserve Command, the 78th Air Base Wing and Air Logistics Complex, and the entire U.S. fleet of Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System (JSTARS) aircraft, Robins Air Force Base plays a vital role in our national defense and provides support to all branches of the military throughout the world. The efficiency and effectiveness of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Center contributes significantly to U.S. military operations worldwide. The Georgia congressional delegation members were joined at the Washington, D.C., event by Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson and other senior leaders from the Air Force, Brigadier General John Kubinec, commander of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex and other Robins Air Force Base officials, as well as 21st Century Partnership members, community representatives and local elected officials from Warner Robins, Ga. “I’m so glad to have so many stakeholders from Robins Air Force Base, the U.S. Air Force and the Department of Defense come together to discuss the pertinent issues confronting our military and Robins Air Force Base in particular,” said Sen. Isakson, chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. “This installation delivers a huge benefit to our national security and to Middle Georgia, and I am committed to protecting both.” “I’m constantly impressed by the significant impact Robins Air Force base has on our national security,” said Sen. David Perdue, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee. “Robins is mission-ready and provides direct support to our women and men in uniform around the wo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=DE6C5E68-142D-41AC-8A80-DB0796D47A78 | Isakson Statement on Recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's Capital | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., today issued the following statement on the president’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel: “Israel has been a reliable and valuable partner to the United States in a volatile region. For nearly seven decades, Jerusalem has been recognized as the capital of Israel and the seat of its democratic institutions. Two decades ago, Congress passed bipartisan legislation recognizing the same reality. Today’s news solidifies that the United States is steadfast in our commitment to Israel. As we start the process of moving the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv, we must ensure the safety of our diplomatic corps. If we continue to work closely with Israel and with our other regional partners, the United States can be a catalyst for a lasting peace in the Middle East.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-acts-to-roll-back-dodd-frank-regulations | Senator David Perdue Acts To Roll Back Dodd-Frank Regulations | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-addresses-local-elected-officials-at-white-house | Senator David Perdue Addresses Local Elected Officials At White House | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-comments-on-president-trumps-decision-on-jerusalem | Senator David Perdue Comments On President Trumps Decision On Jerusalem | 2017-12-06 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=940 | A Second Special Counsel Would Boost the DOJ's Credibility | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON—This op ed by Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) first appeared in RealClearPolicy on December 5, 2017. Recently, the House Judiciary Committee conducted an oversight hearing of the Department of Justice (DOJ) that allowed representatives from both parties to question Attorney General Jeff Sessions. In response, some have asserted that appointing a second special counsel to investigate decisions made by the DOJ in 2016 would be a partisan maneuver, damaging the independence of the Department. I too am concerned about preserving the independence of the Justice Department—which is precisely why Judiciary Committee Republicans have called for a special counsel to investigate matters outside the scope of Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation. The Judiciary Committee’s letters have been belittled as “a laundry list of Republican grievances about Clinton and former FBI director James B. Comey.” But they document persistent and unanswered questions about the independence of the DOJ, and specifically whether it may have been compromised under the Obama administration. These letters are themselves tools of oversight to be used on behalf of the millions of Americans whose democratic government owes them answers. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s independent e-mail server warranted a DOJ investigation, even if former Attorney General Loretta Lynch provided one in name only. (Actually, she failed to deliver even that, instructing former FBI Director James Comey to call the investigation a “matter.”) Americans are well-stocked with outstanding questions about how the DOJ handled these issues, and the specter of favoritism still looms over the Obama DOJ. The possibility that the department made decisions to aid a political candidate is a potential threat to democracy—one that deserves a DOJ investigation today just as it did in 2016. At the same time, I recognize that some of my friends across the aisle lack confidence that a Republican-appointed DOJ would conduct such an investigation impartially. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/georgia-us-rep-austin-scott-says-tax-overhaul-benefits-working-americans | (WGXA): Georgia U.S. Rep. Austin Scott says tax overhaul benefits working Americans | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.- U.S. Georgia Representative Austin Scott said he supports the overalltax overhaul planon Capitol Hill. Scott calls the senate-approved plan a win-win for working families. "One from the overall economic growth I think it's going to help every family in the United States in that there will be more jobs available for people. If there are more jobs available for people, then the environment becomes more competitive and that drives wages up and that's good for every American out there", said Scott. The Senate approved their version Saturday morning. Next, the House of Representatives and the Senate will need to come up with a compromise bill and approve it in both chambers. Critics have said the Republican tax plan benefits the wealthiest Americans and hurts the poor and working class. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases?ID=589FC43E-9AC2-4050-9A99-07873B1BEA10 | Rep. Austin Scott Lauds House Passage of Concealed Carry Reciprocity Bill | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Austin Scott | S001189 | austinscott.house.gov | austinscott | https://austinscott.house.gov/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) released the following statement upon the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (H.R. 38) passing the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 231 to 198. The legislation would allow concealed carry permit holders from one state to legally carry their firearm in any state while also improving the accuracy of background check data used by gun store owners through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) to prevent the sale of firearms to people who are prohibited from buying them. “The Founding Fathers valued the right to keep and bear arms so much so that it was included as the Second Amendment of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution. I believe that this right is as important today as it was then,” said Rep. Austin Scott. “I also believe that Americans should not have to ask for permission to exercise their Constitutional rights when they cross state lines. That is why I am a cosponsor of the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and was proud to vote in favor of it when it passed the House today.” Click here to read more about the legislation. -30- | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-08T22:19:19Z |
| https://tomgraves.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398870 | Rep. Graves Applauds Progress of Tax Cuts and Jobs Bill | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Tom Graves | G000560 | tomgraves.house.gov | legacy | Contact: Garrett Hawkins 202-225-5211 Rep. Graves Applauds Progress of Tax Cuts and Jobs Bill Washington, December 5, 2017 - Rep. Tom Graves’ (R-GA-14) issued the following statement concerning Senate passage on Saturday of legislation to cut taxes for families and businesses and create more American jobs, which was followed last night by House passage of instructions to go to conference with Senate to work out the differences between each Chamber’s version of the bill:“These are big steps toward getting President Trump’s tax cut and jobs plan across the finish line. The House and Senate bills will both put more money in the pockets of hard-working Georgia families, ensure a competitive environment for American businesses and create good-paying jobs. A Conference Committee will soon meet to hash out the differences between the bills so we can send a final tax reform plan to the president as soon as possible. The American people are counting on us.”The House and Senate will establish a “Conference Committee” where a select group of members from each chamber will work out the differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill. After the Conference Committee agrees on a final version, the House and Senate will pass the final product and send it to the president to be signed into law.Click HERE to read about the House-passed Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1). ### Print version of this document | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/opinions-and-speeches?ContentRecord_id=964CF902-B409-4249-B88A-58606596FFFF | Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Cooperating to reduce opioid abuse, harm to vets | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | By U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson and Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr Americans consume more opioids than any other country in the world. In 2015, the quantity of opioids prescribed in the United States was enough for every American to be medicated around the clock for three weeks. Georgia, unfortunately, is no stranger to the malicious effects of the epidemic. In Georgia alone, from June 2016 to May 2017, the total number of opioid doses prescribed to patients surpassed 541 million. To put that in perspective, that is approximately 54 doses for every man, woman and child in our state. Sadly, 982 Georgians lost their lives due to opioid-related overdoses in 2016, making opioids responsible for approximately 69 percent of drug overdose deaths in Georgia. The consequences of opioid abuse and over-prescription are devastating every community, every age group, every demographic and countless families in our state. In November, we celebrated Veterans Day to honor the millions of Americans who put their lives aside to protect our freedom. Unfortunately, too many of our brave veterans are now dependent on opioids to address chronic pain as a result of injuries sustained in combat. Between 2010 and 2015, the number of veterans addicted to opioids rose 55 percent to roughly 68,000 individuals, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In another harrowing statistic, our nation’s veterans are twice as likely to die from accidental overdoses from prescription drugs as civilians. While our veterans' military service may have concluded, our duty as a country to support and honor our veterans continues, and we must care for our veterans and empower them in their lives and careers. That means recognizing and addressing the challenges they are facing, including opioid addiction. Through our roles as a United States Senator and Georgia’s Attorney General, we have made it a priority to dig deep into this issue by collaborating with colleagues in the public sector and leaders in the nonprofit and pri… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/icymi-senator-david-perdue-discusses-raise-act-at-center-for-immigration-studies-event | ICYMI: Senator David Perdue Discusses RAISE Act At Center For Immigration Studies Event | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/republican-senators-author-plan-to-resolve-daca-situation-improve-integrity-and-confidence-in-immigration-system_ | Republican Senators Author Plan to Resolve DACA Situation, Improve Integrity & Confidence in Immigration System | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/what-they-are-saying-industry-leaders-praise-bipartisan-plan-to-reduce-dodd-frank-regulations | What They Are Saying: Industry Leaders Praise Bipartisan Plan To Reduce Dodd-Frank Regulations | 2017-12-05 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://tomgraves.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398869 | Rep. Graves Introduces Bipartisan Resolution to Stop CFPB Rule | 2017-12-04 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Tom Graves | G000560 | tomgraves.house.gov | legacy | Rep. Graves Introduces Bipartisan Resolution to Stop CFPB Rule Washington, December 4, 2017 - Rep. Tom Graves (R-GA-14) and a group of House Republicans and Democrats introduced legislation to nullify a controversial rule that would effectively ban millions of consumers from accessing short-term, small-dollar credit. The rule was issued by the former director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) shortly before he left office. Short-term, small dollar credit is essential to nearly 12 million American consumers who have difficulty qualifying for many other types of credit. Many people also use these short term loans to bridge an emergency, such as an unexpected car repair or medical bills. These loans are already regulated by all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Native American tribes. The CFPB’s rule would mark the first time the federal government has gotten involved in the regulation of these loans. The legislation introduced today uses Congressional Review Act authority to repeal the rule and prevent the Bureau from issuing a similar rule in the future. The bill is sponsored by Rep. Dennis Ross (R-FL) and, in addition to Rep. Graves, co-sponsored by Reps. Alcee Hastings (D-FL), Henry Cueller (D-TX), Steve Stivers (R-OH) and Collin Peterson (D-MN). Rep. Graves said, “While we all support safeguards to prevent predatory lending practices, the CFPB’s rule on small dollar loans will actually hurt the very people it intends to help – a familiar pattern with the CFPB. Under this rule, many low-income consumers with a limited credit history will face little, if any, access to cash during an emergency because the rule will push lenders out of the marketplace leaving fewer and worse options for individuals in need. Right now… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://woodall.house.gov/media-center/e-newsletter-archive/washington-watch-12417 | Washington Watch - 12/4/17 | 2017-12-04 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Rob Woodall | W000810 | woodall.house.gov | legacy | TOWN HALL MEETING THIS THURSDAY Since we last had the opportunity to check-in with each other and discuss those issues that are most important to the 7th District, a lot has happened in Washington, D.C., chief among them is the House and Senate passage of the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act." We are working on the final version of this critically important measure, and as we do, I hope that you will take some time to join me on Thursday evening and share your thoughts with me on this or any other piece of legislation. Telephone Town Hall Meeting Thursday, December 7th 7:00PM - 7:30PM Dial-In: (877) 229-8493 Passcode: 17849 HOUSE PASSES SERIES OF BILLS MAKING GOVERNMENT MORE ACCOUNTABLE As is often the case with Congress, good intentions can sometimes result in poor policy making. In one such case, federal employees are offered job protections which shield them from being unduly terminated, guaranteeing them job security regardless of the administration or their personal political affiliation. This is an important protection, and one that I know every Member of Congress supports. However, federal managers have found it increasingly difficult to dismiss poor-performing employees, and one of the reasons for that is a lack of adequate time during the probationary employment period to evaluate the employee’s work. H.R. 4182, the “Ensuring a Qualified Civil Service Act” would fix that. Rather than allowing a new hire to have only one year to prove themselves to a supervisor, new hires under this bill will be provided a two year probationary period after they have completed their training, giving them ample time to demonstrate their ability and allowing managers the opportunity to evaluate performance metrics before determining if the employee is a good fit for a permanent position on the civil service team. This will ensure that those who do work at our federal agencies are up to the task of serving the American people. Another case of poor policy execution came to affect those seeking out loans to purchase manuf… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/fact-vs-fiction-senator-perdue-lays-out-the-facts-about-tax-on-fox-news | Fact vs. Fiction: Senator Perdue Lays Out The Facts About Tax On Fox News | 2017-12-04 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-discusses-historic-tax-cuts-on-fox-news-sunday-morning-futures | Senator David Perdue Discusses Historic Tax Cuts On Fox News Sunday Morning Futures | 2017-12-03 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.isakson.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?ContentRecord_id=387D77B9-EB21-4ECE-9213-36E6BACCFCD1 | Isakson: Tax Reform Helps Americans Now, Supports Future Generations | 2017-12-02 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Johnny Isakson | I000055 | www.isakson.senate.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance with jurisdiction over tax reform, released the following statement after the Senate today passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act by a vote of 51-49: “I am so proud to cast a vote in favor of the Senate’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act because it is an investment in the middle class, 21st century jobs and higher economic growth—all of which will be good for Georgians, Americans and their families. With this vote, we have demonstrated our commitment to providing stronger economic growth, increased wages and a higher standard of living for hardworking Americans and their families. “Americans are the big winners in this once-in-a-generation opportunity. This plan will empower Americans by allowing them to keep more of their hard-earned money rather than sending it to Washington for someone else to decide how it will be spent. This is our time, and this is our challenge. For future generations of Americans – our children and our grandchildren – this moment is critical.” Highlights of the Senate bill for individuals and families include: Doubling the standard deduction, Doubling the child tax credit, and Cutting individual income tax rates across the board. For small businesses, the Senate-passed Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provides tax relief for small businesses, which will enable them to expand and create jobs. Additionally, the legislation overhauls the U.S. corporate tax system by lowering rates, and adopts new international tax rules similar to our trading partners so American companies can compete on a level playing field with the rest of the world here at home, removing the incentive to move U.S. headquarters overseas. The next legislative step is to convene a House-Senate conference committee to resolve differences between the two chambers’ bills. The House and Senate must each pass the new reconciled bill before it can go to the president to be signed into law. Related: Isakson Applauds Committee Passage of T… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.perdue.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-david-perdue-comments-on-historic-tax-cuts | Senator David Perdue Comments On Historic Tax Cuts | 2017-12-02 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | David Perdue | P000612 | www.perdue.senate.gov | legacy | Skip to primary navigation Skip to content Meet David Connect Helping You News | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://dougcollins.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=939 | Collins Statement on Verdict in Kate Steinle Case | 2017-12-01 | 2017 | 2017-12 | Republican | House | GA | Doug Collins | C001093 | dougcollins.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON—A jury has acquitted Jose Ines Garcia Zarate of murder, manslaughter and assault with a deadly weapon in the 2015 death of Kate Steinle. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) released the following statement in response: “While I’m dismayed at this unfortunate verdict, I’m even more disturbed that Americans continue to face violence at the hands of criminal aliens who have been released into our communities by misguided authorities in our own country. “America was founded on the rule of law, and Kate Steinle’s death reminds us why the rules of our democracy matter. When individuals or local authorities refuse to enforce the law, they put their neighbors at risk. In order to increase the penalties for illegal aliens who re-enter the country illegally after being deported and to hold sanctuary cities accountable, I supported both Kate’s Law and the No Sanctuary for Criminals Act when they passed the House this year. “The outcome of the Garcia Zarate trial demonstrates that these bills are more necessary than ever, and I will continue to work with my colleagues to make our immigration enforcement laws stronger and smarter for the sake of my neighbors in northeast Georgia and across these United States.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |
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