url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://fry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1021,Rep. Fry’s Trafficking Survivors Relief Act Passes the United States Senate,2025-12-19,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Russell Fry,F000478,fry.house.gov,fry,https://fry.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Russell Fry celebrates the passage of his bill, the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act in the United States Senate, marking a significant step forward in ensuring justice for survivors of human trafficking who were forced or coerced into committing non-violent crimes as a direct result of their exploitation. Human trafficking remains a pervasive crisis across the United States, with victims often compelled by traffickers to engage in criminal activity such as fraud, drug offenses, or identity theft. Too often, survivors are arrested, prosecuted, and left with permanent criminal records—while their traffickers evade accountability. At the outset of a prosecution, this legislation establishes an affirmative defense to provide survivors with the opportunity to defend against only those charges that arose directly from their trafficking victimization. It also provides critical relief for survivors who have already been convicted as a result of their trafficking victimization through vacatur, expungement, and sentencing mitigation. Specifically, for a court to grant a motion to vacate a conviction or expunge an arrest, a defendant must show by a preponderance of the evidence that the offense was committed as a direct result of having been a victim of trafficking. Additionally, the defendant must establish, by clear and convincing evidence, that the defendant was a victim of human trafficking at the time the offense was committed. The bill only allows for non-violent offenses that were committed as a direct result of trafficking to be eligible for vacatur and expungement. Additionally, this bill clarifies that any crimes eligible for expungement are crimes that do not involve a child as a victim. “No survivor of human trafficking should carry a criminal record for non-violent crimes they were forced to commit under threat, abuse, or coercion,” said Congressman Fry. “This bill recognizes a simple truth: victims are not criminals. Too often, survivors are punished for their exploitation, instead of receiving the support they need to rebuild their lives. Passing the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act is a critical step toward restoring justice, dignity, and a real second chance to those who endured unimaginable exploitation.” Supporting groups of the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act include South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, 3Strands Global Foundation, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association, AHLA, CPAC, Engage Together, Hope for Justice, survivor leader Hollie Nadel, Justice Restoration Center, Major County Sheriffs of America, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), PACT, Paving the Way Foundation, Pearl at the Mailbox, Raven, Right On Crime, Rights4Girls, Shared Hope International, Street Grace, The Moore & Van Allen Human Trafficking Pro Bono Project, Thistle Farms, the UPS Foundation, and World Without Exploitation.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-reintroduces-bill-crack-down-illegal-foreign-fishing-and,Rep. Nancy Mace Reintroduces Bill To Crack Down On Illegal Foreign Fishing And Protect American Fishermen,2025-12-19,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 19, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) reintroduced the Protect American Fisheries Act of 2025 to strengthen protections for U.S. fisheries and coastal communities against foreign interference and illegal fishing. The bill modernizes the Magnuson-Stevens Act to include economic harm caused by foreign actors as a valid trigger for disaster declarations, giving the federal government the power to intervene when American fishing communities are put at risk. This is especially critical for South Carolina, where coastal fishermen have been undercut by unfair foreign competition and alleged mislabeling of foreign shrimp as “local.” “South Carolina’s fishing industry is the backbone of our coastal economy and our way of life,” said Congresswoman Mace. “For far too long, foreign actors have cheated the system with illegal fishing, forced labor, and this bill finally brings real accountability. It defends the livelihoods of hardworking American fishermen instead of leaving them to pay the price.” South Carolina’s Lowcountry fisheries support thousands of jobs, from shrimpers and captains to processors and marine service industries. Foreign interference threatens those jobs and the coastal economy depending on them. The legislation expands the definition of a fishery disaster to include economic harm caused by foreign activity, such as: Market distortion by foreign producers, Disruptions to sustainable harvests, and Threats to the operational or economic viability of U.S. fisheries. It also directs the Secretary of Commerce to consider evidence of: Illegal, unreported, or unregulated (IUU) foreign fishing, including operations using forced labor, Predatory pricing from foreign competitors, and Subsidies that undercut U.S. seafood prices or distort markets. The United States Shrimpers Coalition provided the following letter in support of Congresswoman Mace’s bill: South Carolina fishermen, along with industry leaders nationwide, expressed strong support for Congresswoman Mace’s bill: “This is a common-sense bill that provides a critical support to our industry when we need it most. Our fishermen are some of the hardest working small business owners in the country, and they shouldn't be forced out of business because of the actions of bad actors on the other side of the world. We wholeheartedly support Congresswoman Mace in her fight to get this bill passed and signed into law. To support this bill is to support the preservation and continuity of the American Dream,” said Rocky Magwood, President of the South Carolina Shrimpers Association. “Fishermen are, by nature, a community that comes to the aid of anyone in trouble on the water. This bill isn't a handout, but a lifeline for our industry when we find ourselves in stormy economic seas. It’s a matter of economic justice, and we appreciate Congresswoman Mace for her tireless efforts to support the American seafood industry,” said Bryan Jones, Vice President of the South Carolina Shrimpers Association. “When we lose our fishing industry to unethically produced supply chains, we lose our food security. Representative Mace understands that supporting American fishermen in a crisis means protecting America’s ability to feed itself. We’re grateful she’s fighting for our food independence and the hardworking families that support coastal economies by sustainably harvesting wild-caught shrimp,” said John Williams, Executive Director of the Southern Shrimp Alliance. ""No other U.S. fishery has suffered greater harm from having to compete in the U.S. market with illegal and unfairly traded imports than the Atlantic pelagic longline fishery. NOAA needs to recognize that the failure to effectively enforce U.S. trade laws has enabled imports from IUU fisheries, through the abhorrent use of forced labor, and with the benefit of foreign government subsidies, to continue to enter our market placing our fishermen at a severe competitive disadvantage. It's become a total disaster for our fishery. We really need help and thankfully, Rep. Mace's bill would provide it,” said Marty Scanlon, President of the Blue Water Fishermen's Association. ""Currently the only way fishermen and seafood support businesses can get disaster relief assistance is when there is a resource disaster. While this is important and valuable to the industry when there is a resource collapse, there is no assistance available in the event of an infrastructure or market related disaster. The hurricane that devastated the industry in southwest Florida did not qualify because the resource was intact but the whole harvesting infrastructure was destroyed. Likewise, the shrimp resource in the southeast USA is robust, however, the market price has collapsed due to over importation of farm-raised shrimp, typically below the cost to produce. More shrimp was imported over the last few years than this country can consume. This leaves the wild-caught, American shrimp industry very little market space at prices too low to cover the expense to harvest. This is a fisheries disaster created by unregulated importation but does not qualify for fisheries disaster funding. We need to protect American seafood food producers for the people of the United States or we will have no domestic food to choose from,” said Mike Merrifield, President, Southeastern Fisheries Association. ""For far too long domestic seafood producers have been harmed by the anti-competitive practices of foreign interests, the Protect American Fisheries Act of 2025 is a timely lifeline to level the playing field for fishermen providing wild, American seafood to the public,” said Ryan Bradley, Director, Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United, Inc. “This bill aims at making the fishery disaster determination process more comprehensive and helps ensure the longevity of the seafood industry and the communities that it supports,” said Dave Donaldson, Executive Director, Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission. ""NOAA's fishery disaster program must finally come to terms with the reality that imports completely dominate the U.S. market including for cod, haddock and other New England groundfish. As covered by this bill, such imports distort the market for our fishery, disrupt our sustainable harvest of groundfish stocks, and hinder the operational or economic viability of our fishery. All that on top of the dysfunctional management of our fishery has led us to the brink of disaster. Like so many U.S. fisheries, we need Rep. Mace's bill,” said Jackie Odell, Executive director of the Northeast Seafood Coalition. “The Texas Shrimp Association strongly endorses the Protect American Fisheries Act of 2025 re-introduced by South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace which will amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management (MSFCM) Act. This bill will add an economic cause as an allowable criterion to declare a fishery resource disaster. This provision is much needed to help the Texas and United States shrimp industry with recovery from financial disaster as a result of the overabundance of largely uninspected farm-raised shrimp being imported into the U.S. The passage of this bill will allow fishery disaster provisions of the MSFCM to go into effect to provide immediate and critical relief to the many struggling fishermen who are on the brink of financial ruin and in need of recovery assistance for survival,” said Chris Londrie, President of Texas Shrimp Association. ""Since the 1990s, America’s commercial fishermen have set the global gold standard for sustainability, delivering wild-harvested U.S. seafood to our nation’s kitchen and restaurants. Yet they’ve many times been undercut by container-ship-sized imports from nations with zero environmental safeguards, often caught or processed by modern-day slave labor. Despite following some of the strictest rules in the world, U.S. fishermen have never had the backing of their own government against foreign price-dumping. The Protect American Fisheries Act changes that, placing them at the bow and reeling in long-overdue protection from predatory importers. We are deeply appreciative of Congresswoman Mace’s efforts to bring this bill to fruition,” said Bonnie Brady, executive director, Long Island Commercial Fishing Association. ""The Protect American Fisheries Act strengthens protections for U.S. fishermen against unfair foreign practices. By recognizing economic harm as a disaster, it ensures swift federal support when foreign subsidies or illegal fishing threaten our industry. This act defends American jobs, seafood supply, and coastal communities,” said Acy Cooper, President, Louisiana Shrimp Association. ""For far too long domestic seafood producers have been harmed by the anti-competitive practices of foreign interests, the Protect American Fisheries Act of 2025 is a timely lifeline to level the playing field for fishermen providing wild, American seafood to the public,” said Ryan Bradley- Director, Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United. ""American fisheries are under constant threat in the USA seafood market from cheaper, less regulated foreign imports. Economic safeguards such as those provided in the bill are necessary to respond to financial disasters due to unfair market competition from subsidized foreign produced seafood,” said Eric K. Kingma, Executive Director, Hawaii Longline Association. “There is a lack of awareness by the American consumer of the origin of most seafood, this Bill will assist in protecting the hard working American Fishermen sustainability into the future,” said Fred Mattera, Executive Director, Commercial Fisheries Center of Rhode Island. ""The Port Arthur Area Shrimper's Association is supportive of the ""Protect American Fisheries Act of 2025."" We will do anything that we can to help the U.S. legislators in their passage of this bill. We are fighting for the survival of not just the shrimp industry, but the American fisheries as a whole. We are brothers and sisters in the shrimping community and we pray that all fishermen from all states are successful and we stand in solidarity with them. Although this legislation does not cure all of the ills in our industries, it is the start of a conversation and I hope that this conversation will continue into the future as we address the many issues of the shrimp industry and other fisheries as well in their fight for survival. All that we ask for is a level playing field and fair prices for our catches without interference from foreign countries,” said Tricia Kimball, Vice President, Port Arthur Area Shrimpers Association. ""The New England Fishermen’s Stewardship Association stands firmly behind the Protect American Fisheries Act. This critical legislation empowers our fishermen and seafood businesses to combat the deleterious effects of foreign market manipulation and unfair competition. By recognizing economic factors as valid grounds for declaring a federal fishery resource disaster, we are not only protecting our livelihoods but also maintaining the integrity and sustainability of our local fishing communities. We are proud to support the Protect American Fisheries Act as it represents a vital step toward ensuring a level playing field for American fishermen. The act addresses the urgent need to confront the challenges posed by subsidized foreign competitors who jeopardize our industry with their substandard, low-priced seafood. By endorsing this legislation, we are advocating for the future of our fisheries and the economic stability of our coastal communities,” said Jerry Leeman, CEO, New England Fishermen's Stewardship Association. “The unfair trade practices allowing foreign shrimp to flood our markets at artificially low prices have made it increasingly difficult for our watermen to sustain their livelihoods. When chicken feet cost more than shrimp, it highlights the urgent need for action. The Protect American Fisheries Act addresses these issues by including economic disasters—such as shrimp dumping and the ongoing trade imbalances—as part of the Magnuson-Stevens Act. This inclusion is a critical piece of the puzzle needed to keep our domestic commercial fishing industry functioning and sustainable,” said H. Huger McClellan, President of the McClellanville Watermen’s Association. “Disaster relief for watermen needs to be done in a timely manner. This relief comes at a time that watermen need it the most. If disaster hits, most watermen are hit pretty hard, and being self-employed they need immediate relief. Thanks to everyone involved in supporting this bill,” said J.C. Hudgins, President of the Virginia Waterman’s Association. ### For press inquiries, please contact SC01Press@mail.house.gov",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-reintroduces-bill-designate-taliban-foreign-terrorist,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Reintroduces Bill To Designate Taliban As Foreign Terrorist Organization,2025-12-18,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 18, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace reintroduced the Preventing the Recognition of Terrorist States Act of 2025, legislation which would formally designate the Taliban as a foreign terrorist organization, designate the Taliban-led government of Afghanistan as a State Sponsor of Terrorism, and prohibit federal agencies from recognizing the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. Since taking control of Afghanistan following the Biden administration’s botched withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan in August 2021, resulting in the deaths of 13 American service members, the Taliban have only further proven themselves to be a terrorist organization. The regime has systematically stripped away the rights of Afghan women and girls, banning them from schools and most workplaces. Despite pledging in the 2020 Doha Agreement to sever ties with terrorist organizations, the Taliban have continued to harbor al-Qaeda, a fact confirmed by the July 2022 U.S. strike which killed al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri in central Kabul. Introduced in the 118th Congress with Rep. Mace serving as House lead and then-Sen. Marco Rubio leading the companion effort in the Senate, the Preventing the Recognition of Terrorist States Act of 2025 comes amid the Taliban’s continued consolidation of power following their 2021 takeover of Afghanistan. ""The Taliban are terrorists, and any effort to legitimize them is reckless and dangerous,"" said Congresswoman Mace. ""They harbor America's enemies, oppress women and girls, and represent every value our nation stands against. The United States must never legitimize terrorists or terrorism."" The Preventing the Recognition of Terrorist States Act would: Designate the Taliban as a Foreign Terrorist Organization under Section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Designate the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan as a State Sponsor of Terrorism, subjecting the regime to significant sanctions and restrictions. Prohibit federal agencies from taking any action which states or implies recognition of the Taliban's sovereignty over Afghanistan. Block federal funding from being used to extend diplomatic recognition to the Taliban-led government. The bill establishes as U.S. policy the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan was a coup d'état and therefore illegitimate, and acknowledges U.S.-designated terrorists, including Sirajuddin Haqqani, play key roles in the Taliban regime. “We’ve seen what happens when America sends mixed signals to our enemies,” continued Congresswoman Mace. “This legislation draws a bright line in the sand and makes clear—now and forever— the Taliban will never be treated as a legitimate government by the United States.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-backs-protect-childrens-innocence-act-calls-end,"Congresswoman Nancy Mace Backs Protect Children’s Innocence Act, Calls To End Irreversible Procedures On Minors",2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 17, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) delivered remarks on the House floor in strong support of the Protect Children’s Innocence Act, legislation which would make it a felony under federal law to perform chemical or surgical gender-transition procedures on minors, punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Mace condemned what she described as efforts to normalize irreversible medical procedures on children and urged swift action to protect minors from permanent harm. “There is a lie at the heart of this debate we have to correct — no child is born in the wrong body,” Mace said. “There are only two biological sexes, male and female. They are assigned at birth, and cannot be changed.” Congresswoman Mace’s full remarks are below: Thank you, Madam Speaker. I rise in strong support of the Protect Children’s Innocence Act. And when we’re talking about shameful – shameful is castrating a kid. Shameful is chopping off the breasts of an underage girl, and that is what the Democrats are doing today. It is obscene. It is disgusting. You’re seeing in real time Democrats wanting and defending grooming of children. And it is abhorrent. There is a lie at the heart of the debate we’re having today that I have to correct – no child is born in the wrong body. There are only two sexes – male and female. There are no others. Every child is created in the Lord’s image, and we cannot remain silent while demonic forces are here today on the floor. The Left, here to groom children and defend it. Children are innocent, and for too long Democrats have tried to mainstream satanic, irreversible procedures which DESTROY the bodies of young children and often lead to kids being sterilized for life. It leads to disease. Leads to cancer. Leads to suicide. Democrats say protect trans kids. I came here today to the floor of the House of Representatives to say there is no such thing as a trans kid. Transgenderism is a mind virus perpetrated by the far-left to groom young children. This is not gender-affirming care, it is genital-destroying child abuse. This chemical and surgical mutilation of children has devastating consequences on their physical and mental health and so many live to regret it. Many live to detransition if they make it out at all. This is sick. This is disgusting. And we cannot allow the left to prey on underage kids any longer. I yield back. LINK TO WATCH REMARKS: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7u0ESIqH8-c ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-introduces-bill-force-transparency-healthcare-costs,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Introduces Bill To Force Transparency On Healthcare Costs For Illegal Aliens,2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 17, 2025) – Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduced the American Citizenship Healthcare Integrity Act of 2025, legislation to force transparency and accountability for the immense cost and burdens illegal aliens place on our healthcare system. ""While hardworking Americans struggle to pay their medical bills and insurance premiums, illegal aliens are getting FREE healthcare on the American taxpayer's dime,"" said Congresswoman Mace. ""The free-loading must end."" The American Citizenship Healthcare Integrity Act ends the era of turning a blind eye to the massive costs illegal aliens impose on American healthcare. Under this legislation, hospitals participating in Medicare must ask the citizenship status of patients during the intake process and report the number of illegal aliens receiving care and the total cost of uncompensated care provided to illegal aliens to the Department of Health and Human Services. The legislation also requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to publicly release an annual report detailing exactly how much uncompensated care is provided to illegal aliens and the cost to taxpayers of this uncompensated care. ""For years, politicians have allowed illegal aliens to exploit our healthcare system while American families foot the bill,"" Mace continued. ""Hospital emergency rooms are overwhelmed. Insurance premiums keep rising. American citizens are rationing their medications, delaying care, and going without coverage because they can't afford it, while illegal aliens are receiving care for free. This madness has to end, and it starts with forcing transparency and accountability with our bill."" The legislation addresses a crisis facing hospitals and American families daily: the unsustainable financial burden of providing uncompensated care to millions of illegal aliens who violated U.S. law. Americans deserve full transparency on healthcare costs affecting insurance premiums and hospital bills, and the amount of their tax dollars spent to foot the bill. Key Provisions: Requires hospitals who participate in Medicare to ask the citizenship status of patients during the intake process Requires hospitals who participate in Medicare to report to the Department of Health and Human Services on the number of illegal aliens receiving care and the total cost of uncompensated care for illegal aliens Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to publish an annual report on the total cost of uncompensated care for illegal aliens and the amount of taxpayer dollars spent to cover uncompensated care for illegal aliens Establishes a 180-day implementation timeline to ensure compliance ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-responds-occs-confirmation-completely-unverified,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Responds to OCC's Confirmation: Completely Unverified Documents,2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"December 17, 2025 Press Release Image Image Image Image",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:11:15Z https://fry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1020,House Passes Congressman Russell Fry’s Kayla Hamilton Act to Prevent Violent Crimes by Unaccompanied Alien Children,2025-12-16,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Russell Fry,F000478,fry.house.gov,fry,https://fry.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Kayla Hamilton Act, critical legislation introduced by Congressman Russell Fry (SC-07) aimed at closing dangerous gaps in the federal government’s handling of unaccompanied alien children (UACs) and preventing tragedies like the murder of Kayla Hamilton, a 20-year-old autistic woman from Maryland. Original cosponsors of the legislation include Congressmen Troy Nehls (TX-22) and Barry Moore (AL-01). Kayla Hamilton was brutally murdered by Walter Javier Martinez, a UAC who had been released to a sponsor by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) before background checks were completed. Martinez, who had a criminal history and gang affiliation with MS-13, later admitted to multiple murders, rapes, and other violent crimes. The Kayla Hamilton Act implements a series of reforms to strengthen oversight of UACs, including: Requiring HHS to consider whether a UAC poses a danger to themselves or the community when determining placement. Mandating HHS contact the consulate or embassy of a UAC’s home country for criminal history or gang affiliation for minors aged 12 and older. Screening for gang tattoos during standard medical assessments and requiring UACs with such indicators to be housed in secure HHS facilities. Prohibiting placement of UACs with sponsors who are in the United States illegally. Requiring HHS to collect and share background information on all potential sponsors and adult household members, including immigration status and FBI fingerprint check results, with the Department of Homeland Security. Removing discretionary authority that allowed HHS to ignore risk factors, such as gang activity or criminal history, during placement decisions. “Kayla’s story is heartbreaking, and it exposed a catastrophic failure in our federal system,” said Congressman Fry. “This bill is not about politics—it is about learning from a preventable tragedy and making sure the federal government never again releases a known gang-affiliated individual into an American community without basic safeguards. Kayla Hamilton should still be alive, and no child should ever be placed in harm’s way or subjected to exploitation because the government failed to do its job. Kayla was a vibrant young woman with a future, and her life mattered. By passing the Kayla Hamilton Act in the House, we are taking a decisive step to protect families, ensure children are placed with safe sponsors, and prevent tragedies like this from ever happening again.” “The tragedy that took the life of Kayla Hamilton was a senseless and predictable consequence of President Biden’s wide open border and dangerous, morally indefensible policies,” said Speaker Mike Johnson. “The Kayla Hamilton Act puts an end to this madness so no future administration can make such reckless decisions. House Republicans worked to honor Kayla’s memory today with the passage of this bill and our efforts will continue to ensure a tragedy like this never happens again.” “The murder of Kayla Hamilton was a tragedy and entirely preventable,” said Chairman Jim Jordan. “The Biden-Harris Administration’s radical open-borders policies failed to protect American communities and allowed dangerous MS-13 gang members to roam our streets. The Kayla Hamilton Act puts public safety first, restores accountability, and protects American citizens.” “Kayla Hamilton should still be alive today,” said Congressman Nehls. “Tragically, due to the Biden-Harris Administration’s negligence, Kayla’s murderer was let into our country with no background check completed. I’m extremely pleased to see the Kayla Hamilton Act pass the United States House of Representatives, which would ensure that no administration can do the same. I’m proud to support this America first legislation that prioritizes the safety of not only American citizens but also prevents the exploitation of UACs.” “Congressman Fry’s bill puts the safety of children first, plain and simple,” said Congressman Moore. “Kayla Hamilton’s tragic story is a stark reminder of what happens when the government fails to do its most basic job - protect innocent children. The Kayla Hamilton Act closes dangerous loopholes that have allowed traffickers, gang members, and illegal aliens to exploit vulnerable children, and it requires background checks, gang screenings, and accountability before a child is placed with a sponsor. Protecting Americans is non-negotiable, and this bill ensures that stricter requirements are in place for both the unaccompanied minors and the sponsors they are placed with.” Endorsing groups include NumbersUSA, Eagle Forum, and the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), Immigration Accountability Project (IAP), and the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). “The Kayla Hamilton Act will go a long way to protecting unaccompanied alien children who are sent across the border or found in the United States, preventing their placement with sponsors who are criminals, traffickers, sex offenders and child abusers,” said NumbersUSA. “More than 500,000 children were encountered at our borders under the Biden administration and put in harm’s way, many released to be exploited and many others lost because of poor management. This bill will drive down illegal border crossings of children and strengthen vetting of sponsors while at the same time ensuring that children, while they await their court proceedings, are placed in secure and safe settings. It also makes sure illegal aliens are properly screened for any criminal history, strengthening the safeguards that should have prevented the horrific crime committed against Kayla Hamilton.” “The Kayla Hamilton Act will put more stringent vetting and placement processes in place for minors who cross our borders illegally and their sponsors, and will require HHS to conduct thorough background and criminal record checks on UACs and potential sponsors prior to their placement and detain those with dangerous backgrounds until proceedings end,” said Eagle Forum President Kris Ullman. “We are proud to endorse this legislation, which ensures children are placed in safe, responsible homes, protects families and communities from preventable harm, and holds the federal government accountable for keeping our citizens safe.” ""The Kayla Hamilton Act is a crucial measure to protect Americans and restore integrity to our immigration system by strengthening vetting for unaccompanied alien children and their sponsors,” said FAIR Director of Government Relations Joe Chatham. “Under the Biden administration, over half a million unaccompanied alien children poured across our borders as safeguards were dismantled, allowing traffickers and violent criminals like the MS-13 gang member who tragically murdered Kayla Hamilton to exploit our laws. FAIR is proud to support this critical bill to ensure those failed policies are never repeated and applauds Congressman Fry’s fight to keep American communities safe.""",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-mace-introduces-accountable-leadership-veterans-act-improve-va,Congresswoman Mace Introduces Accountable Leadership For Veterans Act To Improve VA Care And Protect Taxpayer Dollars,2025-12-16,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 16, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), a member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, introduced the Accountable Leadership for Veterans Act, legislation aimed at improving care for veterans by strengthening leadership accountability at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Developed in coordination with the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, the bill is part of a broader VA reform package designed to modernize the department, reduce delays in care, and ensure taxpayer dollars are directed where they matter most—serving veterans. The Accountable Leadership for Veterans Act increases the allowable percentage of non-career Senior Executive Service (SES) employees at the VA from 5 percent to 10 percent, bringing the VA to the same standards as other federal agencies. This change gives VA leadership greater flexibility to fill critical management roles quickly and hold senior officials directly accountable for performance, and outcomes for veterans. The bill also reforms the current, overly complex process for appointing the Under Secretary for Health and the Under Secretary for Benefits by requiring both positions simply be appointed by the President, with the advice and consent of the Senate. These reforms streamline the appointment process so these critical roles don’t sit vacant and ensure leaders overseeing veterans’ health care and benefits delivery are directly accountable. “When veterans need care, every second counts, and VA leadership must be able to act without bureaucratic slowdowns,” said Congresswoman Mace. “This bill brings the VA in line with the rest of the executive branch by clarifying chains of command and ensuring leaders responsible for health care, benefits delivery, and modernization are accountable to appointed leadership. Veterans who served our nation with decisive action deserve a VA that can respond with equal urgency.” House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Chairman Mike Bost praised the legislation as part of his comprehensive VA reauthorization strategy: “Veterans have earned a system that works with them – not against them,” said Chairman Bost. “For far too long too many VA programs have gone unchecked and too many employees who don’t have VA’s core mission of serving veterans well in mind have flown under the radar. During the Biden administration we uncovered real problems that were directly impacting the delivery of care and services. The VA reauthorization strategy I am leading is to build on the changes Secretary Collins and the Trump administration are doing to right the ship and make VA programs work better.” The Accountable Leadership for Veterans Act supports the Trump Administration’s efforts on making the VA more accountable while improving efficiency, oversight, and outcomes for veterans and taxpayers alike. As a member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Congresswoman Mace continues to advance reforms to put veterans first and ensure the VA delivers results worthy of those who served. The legislation builds on Congresswoman Mace’s record of delivering results for veterans, including her work to help approve the authorization of more than $30 million for a new VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Beaufort County, bringing critical health care services closer to home for nearly 17,000 Lowcountry veterans. The full legislative text of the Accountable Leadership for Veterans Act can be found below: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://timmons.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=213,Timmons Announces House Passage of the Federal Supervisor Education Act of 2025 (H.R. 5810),2025-12-16,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,William R. Timmons IV,T000480,timmons.house.gov,timmons,https://timmons.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 5810, the Federal Supervisor Education Act of 2025, legislation introduced by Representative William Timmons (R-S.C.) to reform federal workforce procedures, increase efficiency, and reduce wasteful spending. H.R. 5810 directs federal agencies to strengthen existing, legally required training programs to enhance supervisory competencies and support mission execution. By requiring agencies to improve development initiatives for future managers, the bill ensures government processes run more smoothly and effectively for the American people. ""Taxpayers deserve a federal workforce that is well managed, accountable, and focused on results,"" said Rep. William Timmons. ""H.R. 5810 restores basic expectations for leadership by requiring real training, clear standards, and accountability for federal supervisors. This bill strengthens the federal workforce and ensures government works better for the American people."" The bill was passed as part of a package of reform measures approved by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform aimed at modernizing federal operations, increasing productivity within agencies, and eliminating barriers that block Americans from fully engaging in their government. By fostering professional development and establishing higher standards for management, H.R. 5810 works to ensure federal agencies are technologically up-to-date and sufficiently serving the American public. The legislation now moves to the U.S. Senate for consideration.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-opens-hearing-technology-combat-human-trafficking,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Opens Hearing On Technology To Combat Human Trafficking; Slams Attorney General Alan Wilson’s Failure To Act,2025-12-15,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 15, 2025) — Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace opened a congressional hearing on modern technological tools to combat human trafficking, while sharply criticizing South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson for presiding over skyrocketing trafficking rates and failing to prosecute offenders. In her opening remarks, Chairwoman Mace underscored Wilson’s alarming record, noting reports showing a more than 400 percent increase in human trafficking under his 16-year tenure and zero prosecutions of pedophile cases last year. Mace emphasized while state leaders like Wilson have failed to act, Congress must embrace innovative law enforcement technologies and update outdated systems to protect victims and hold traffickers accountable. The hearing, titled “Using Modern Tools to Counter Human Trafficking,” examined how artificial intelligence, digital forensics, and advanced data analytics can help law enforcement identify trafficking networks, rescue victims faster, and build stronger cases against predators. WATCH Subcommittee Chairwoman Mace’s opening remarks: https://youtu.be/Ir5W2KtugG4 Below are Subcommittee Chairwoman Mace’s opening remarks: Good afternoon. Thank you all for being here today for this important hearing on using technology to counter human trafficking. Human trafficking is not an abstract crime. It is happening right now, everywhere—on the phones in our teenagers’ pockets, on the websites we scroll past without thinking, and in the hotel rooms just off the interstates which run through all of our districts all across the country. The average age a victim is first trafficked in the United States could be as low as twelve to fourteen years old. Let that sink in. When you look at the Epstein victims for example, they were 14, many of them. While we’re sitting here, children are being bought and sold online like commodities. These websites and communications platforms allowed traffickers to operate in unimaginable ways. But—and this is why we are here today—technology also provides us with a huge opportunity to fight this terrible crime with 21st-century tools. Artificial intelligence, data analytics, and digital forensics are no longer science fiction. They are recovering victims in hours instead of months, identifying networks once hidden in plain sight, and building courtroom-ready cases against predators who thought the internet made them untouchable. But here’s the hard truth: we’re still fighting this fight with one hand tied behind our backs. Law enforcement is drowning in more than twenty million Cyber Tipline reports a year while task forces are understaffed and underfunded and sometimes stuck using tools that were considered cutting-edge 20 years ago. Tech companies are generating mountains of raw data, requiring increased resources to sort through it all. And well-meaning initiatives with the best intentions have, in some cases, driven trafficking deeper into the dark corners of the Internet, making it harder for our investigators to follow. According to South Carolina’s corrupt Attorney General, Alan Wilson, in the state of South Carolina, a position he’s held for 16 years, human trafficking is up over 400%. And he’s proud of it. It’s obscene. It’s disgusting. And Alan, if you're listening or watching this right now, I’ve got it coming for you. We can do better. We must do better. I am hoping to learn from our witnesses today what is working, what is not, and—most importantly—what Congress needs to do next. Because many in our states, like Attorney General Alan Wilson, aren’t doing anything. In fact, I just learned recently, Alan Wilson prosecuted zero pedophile cases last year in the state of South Carolina. Zero. Are our current laws helping or hurting? Do we have the funding, the data-sharing authorities, and the public-private partnerships we need to turn good technology into rescued lives? And how do we make sure innovation outpaces the criminals who adapt overnight? Congress has both the responsibility and the ability to remove bureaucratic roadblocks, fund proven solutions, and write smarter laws which actually protect the vulnerable, instead of just making us feel like we did something. There is no issue more urgent, and there is no excuse for inaction. I look forward to the testimony of our witnesses and to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to turn today’s conversation into tomorrow’s results. Thank you. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-maces-samosa-act-passes-house,Rep. Nancy Mace’s SAMOSA Act Passes House,2025-12-15,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 15, 2025) – Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced the House passage of the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets (SAMOSA) Act. This bipartisan legislation modernizes how the federal government purchases and manages software, strengthens accountability, and saves taxpayer dollars. The SAMOSA Act requires federal agencies to conduct comprehensive reviews of their software licensing and management practices, helping streamline government purchasing and cut unnecessary costs. The legislation previously passed the House with bipartisan support in December 2024. ""We need to end wasteful, unchecked spending on software. The federal government spends over $100 billion annually on IT, cybersecurity, and software licenses, yet agencies often lack basic visibility into the software they have already purchased,” said Congresswoman Mace. “With House passage of the nonpartisan SAMOSA Act, we're one step closer to improving oversight of software procurement, eliminating waste and duplicative purchases, and ensuring the federal government serves as a faithful steward of taxpayer dollars."" Under the SAMOSA Act, federal agencies would: Conduct independent assessments of software license inventories and management practices Develop consolidation and modernization plans to reduce duplication and improve oversight Empower Chief Information Officers (CIOs) to negotiate enterprise-wide licensing agreements that strengthen purchasing power and transparency Require the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue a governmentwide software modernization strategy Submit annual progress reports and savings results as part of their budget submissions to Congress The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-biggs-leads-push-bring-faith-based-mental-health-tools-va,Congresswoman Biggs Leads Push to Bring Faith-Based Mental Health Tools to the VA,2025-12-15,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Sheri Biggs,B001325,sheribiggs.house.gov,sheribiggs,https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Sheri Biggs (SC-03), who holds a degree in Christian Ministries and has served veterans firsthand as a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, is leading the charge in Congress to expand veterans’ access to faith-based mental health care. In a letter sent to VA Secretary Doug Collins, Congresswoman Biggs called on the agency to evaluate and implement faith-based mental health resources, such as those provided by Pray.com, as optional tools for veterans facing trauma, moral injury, and other invisible wounds. “Veterans need more than another prescription. They need healing that acknowledges the spiritual wounds of service and points them toward the hope only God can provide,” said Congresswoman Biggs. “Faith‑based tools are already helping restore peace and purpose, and the VA should act now to make these options accessible to the veterans who need them most.” The letter, led by Congresswoman Biggs and signed by 16 other Members of Congress, urges the VA to move beyond conventional care models and embrace proven, spiritually grounded alternatives. These tools are accessible, scalable, and aligned with the beliefs of millions of veterans seeking a path to healing. Congresswoman Biggs’s letter is supported by a nationwide wave of momentum, including two aligned advocacy letters: One signed by over 20 Veterans Service Organizations, such as the American Legion, Vietnam Veterans of America, and the Independence Fund. Another signed by more than 20 state-based Family Policy Councils, including the Palmetto Family Council in South Carolina. Signers of the Letter:",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:39Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-calls-third-denial-bond-after-new-reports-escalating,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Calls For Third Denial Of Bond After New Reports Of Escalating Threats Against Her Life,2025-12-12,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Dec. 12, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace submitted a formal victim impact statement to the 13th Judicial Circuit Solicitor’s Office urging the Court to deny bond for the third time to Samuel Theodore Cain, who previously threatened to murder the Congresswoman. Due to active House business, Congresswoman Mace was unable to attend the hearing in person and requested the Solicitor’s Office read her statement aloud on her behalf before Judge G.D. Morgan, Jr. at the Greenville County Courthouse. Cain originally threatened to shoot the Congresswoman, prompting law enforcement to increase security around her home and offices and forcing immediate changes to her daily schedule, staff operations, and family safety planning. Since his arrest, the threat has continued and escalated. According to new information provided to authorities, a jailhouse informant reported during a discussion about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Cain was asked directly whether he would kill Congresswoman Mace if given the opportunity. The informant stated Cain responded “yes.” The informant later came forward to law enforcement after being released from custody. Congresswoman Mace’s statement, delivered by the Solicitor’s Office, is below: Your Honor, Thank you for allowing this statement to be presented. I offer it today knowing this is now the third bond hearing for the defendant, Samuel Theodore Cain. I respectfully urge the Court to consider not only the threat which brought us here initially, but the pattern of conduct which has continued and escalated since his arrest. Earlier this year, Mr. Cain issued a direct, explicit threat to murder me. He threatened to shoot me. His statement was not ambiguous, emotional, or made in passing, it was targeted and violent. At the first and second bond hearings, the Court denied bond because of the seriousness of this threat. Since then, the danger has not diminished. In fact, it has grown. I have been informed since the defendant has been in jail, Mr. Cain continued to make threats against my life. More alarming, during a discussion about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a jailhouse informant asked him: “If you had the opportunity to kill Congresswoman Nancy Mace, would you?” According to the informant, Mr. Cain answered, “yes.” The informant later came forward after his release and reported this to law enforcement. This is not the behavior of someone who has reconsidered his actions, who regrets what he said, or who can be trusted to abide by conditions of release. This is the behavior of someone who remains a danger to society – someone who has reaffirmed an intent to carry out violence if given the chance. When the original threat came in, my staff urged me to seek immediate shelter in a secure location. Law enforcement had to increase patrols around my home and offices. My daily routines, my children’s safety planning, and my staff’s operations all changed instantly. This disruption continues today. As a Member of Congress, I accept scrutiny. I do not accept credible threats on my life. No elected official — regardless of party or position — should have to live or serve under ongoing, escalating threats of violence. Your Honor, this is now the third time the question of bond has been brought before the Court. Each time, the evidence of danger has only increased. Mr. Cain’s own words confirm he continues to pose a threat, even from within a secure facility. During this time of political violence, especially after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, we cannot afford even one mistake. One mistake is the difference between life and death. For these reasons, I respectfully ask the Court to deny bond for the third time, or, if bond must be considered, to set it at the highest level permitted under South Carolina law. Releasing a defendant who has twice been denied bond and has since escalated his threats — including confirming he would kill me if given the chance — would put me, my family, my staff, and the public at unacceptable risk. This is a serious crime. It must continue to be treated as such. Thank you, Your Honor. Congresswoman Nancy Mace Member of the United States House of Representatives ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/judge-denies-bond-third-time-after-defendant-reaffirms-threats-assassinate,Judge Denies Bond For Third Time After Defendant Reaffirms Threats To Assassinate Congresswoman Nancy Mace,2025-12-12,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Dec. 12, 2025) — A South Carolina judge denied bond for the third time to Samuel Theodore Cain, the defendant charged with threatening to murder Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01), ordering Cain remain in custody at the Greenville County Detention Center. The ruling came after a bond hearing before Honorable G.D. Morgan, Jr. in the 13th Judicial Circuit, where the Solicitor’s Office strongly opposed Cain’s release and presented a formal victim impact statement submitted by Congresswoman Mace. Cain was previously denied bond twice after issuing a direct and explicit threat to shoot and kill the Congresswoman earlier this year, a threat which required immediate law enforcement response, increased security around her home and offices, and significant changes to her family’s safety planning and staff operations. According to information provided to authorities, the threat continued and escalated while Cain was in custody. A jailhouse informant later reported during a discussion about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Cain was asked whether he would kill Congresswoman Mace if given the opportunity. The informant stated Cain responded “yes.” The informant came forward after being released from custody and reported the exchange to law enforcement. In her statement to the Court, Congresswoman Mace urged denial of bond, warning Cain’s conduct demonstrated an ongoing and credible danger to public safety. Following the Court’s ruling, Congresswoman Mace issued the following statement: “I want to express my deepest appreciation for the work of our law enforcement officers who acted swiftly, professionally, and decisively from the moment this threat was made. Their vigilance, judgment, and commitment to public safety quite literally saves lives. “I also want to thank the jailhouse informant who had the courage to come forward. Speaking up was not easy, but it was the right thing to do. This bravery provided critical information to law enforcement and the Court and helped prevent a potentially deadly outcome. “Threats against elected officials are not just politics, they are crimes. Thanks to strong law enforcement, a diligent Solicitor’s Office, Judge Morgan’s responsible ruling, and a justice system willing to take these threats seriously, this dangerous individual remains where he belongs. “In a time of escalating political violence, we cannot afford even one mistake.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-introduces-vamosa-act-crack-down-waste-va,Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces VAMOSA Act To Crack Down On Waste At The VA,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 11, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC 01) introduced the Veterans Affairs Management and Oversight of Software Assets (VAMOSA) Act, a reform bill to fix how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) manages the $1 billion it spends each year on software and digital services. The bill has strong support from veterans’ leaders, technology watchdogs, and House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost. The VA currently lacks a complete inventory of its software, leading to duplicate purchases, unused licenses, overbilling, and cybersecurity risks. The VAMOSA Act requires the VA to track what it buys, eliminates waste, and adopts basic accountability standards. The VAMOSA Act requires the VA to create a complete software inventory, eliminate duplicative spending, and ensure every dollar goes toward serving veterans, not paying for unused programs. ""The VA spends nearly a billion dollars on software with no tracking system, leading to duplicate licenses and millions in wasted taxpayer funds,"" said Congresswoman Mace. ""This is basic fiscal responsibility to safeguard taxpayer dollars, and supports President Trump's commitment to cutting waste, fraud, and abuse."" House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost praised the legislation’s focus on modernization and fiscal responsibility. “Every year, VA spends nearly a billion dollars on software and related services – it is up to Congress to ensure software purchases are coordinated and cost effective to protect the taxpayers’ investment in VA,” said Chairman Bost. “I am proud of my colleague, Rep. Mace’s new bill, which would require VA to manage its software strategically, improve cybersecurity safety, and modernize its digital infrastructure to give veterans the best possible systems to delivery care and services."" The legislation has also been endorsed by key stakeholders in the technology and software accountability community. ""The Coalition for Fair Software Licensing applauds Representative Nancy Mace for championing long-overdue transparency in federal software spending,”said Ryan Triplette, Executive Director of the Coalition. “By requiring cost-effective and competitive software asset management strategies, the VAMOSA Act will help the VA strengthen security, reduce waste, and protect taxpayer dollars. We urge swift, bipartisan passage of the VAMOSA Act.” Key Reforms in the VAMOSA Act The legislation requires the VA to do the following: Establish a complete, department-wide inventory of every software product, license, and cloud subscription. Eliminate duplication and inefficiencies, including unused licenses and vendor billing inconsistencies. Coordinate major software acquisitions through the VA Chief Information Officer to improve accountability and prevent unnecessary overlap. Adopt cost-effective licensing strategies, including enterprise-wide agreements where appropriate. Ensure full compliance with software license terms and identify underutilized or unauthorized licenses. Mandate annual training for VA employees involved in software procurement or management. Report annually to Congress on cost savings, progress toward implementation, and improvements in oversight. Undergo an independent GAO audit within three years to evaluate implementation, savings, and reductions in duplication. The bill uses no new spending and relies entirely on existing VA personnel and systems, reinforcing its commitment to efficiency and responsible governance without expanding bureaucracy. Without modern oversight, the VA cannot guarantee taxpayer dollars are safeguarded or veterans receive the reliable, secure technology they depend on for healthcare, benefits, and essential services. The VAMOSA Act moves the VA toward a mature, accountable software management ecosystem, one which reduces waste, promotes transparency, strengthens cybersecurity, and supports more efficient outcomes for veterans. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3304,Congressman Norman Introduces the Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) introduced H.R. 6536, the Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act, legislation directing federal banking regulators to identify concrete solutions to strengthen rural banks, protect small-town depositors, and keep local credit flowing. Across the country, rural depository institutions are facing growing pressures — from consolidation in the banking sector to burdensome regulations and rising compliance costs. As these pressures mount, smaller banks serving rural communities are finding it harder to compete and to keep essential credit within reach for local families and employers. “When a community loses its local bank, it loses far more than a storefront. It loses a lifeline,” said Congressman Norman. “Whether it’s a family trying to secure a mortgage, a farmer needing seasonal credit, or a small business dealing with tight margins, rural banks keep these communities moving.” This legislation directs the Federal Reserve, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to examine ways to improve the growth, capital adequacy, and profitability of rural depository institutions, as well as identify laws and regulations that limit de novo banking activity. “As the representative of a district filled with proud, hardworking rural communities, I’m committed to ensuring federal regulators take this threat seriously,” Norman continued. “Rural America deserves a strong, stable banking system — not one governed by one-size-fits-all rules built for Wall Street.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://timmons.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=212,Timmons Announces House Passage of the ICAN Act (H.R. 4431),2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,William R. Timmons IV,T000480,timmons.house.gov,timmons,https://timmons.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 4431, the Improving Capital Allocation for Newcomers (ICAN) Act. The ICAN Act is a straightforward fix that updates the Qualifying Venture Capital Fund Exemption under Section 3(c)(1) of the Investment Company Act by raising the cap on permissible fund size from $10 million to $50 million and increasing the allowable number of investors from 250 to 500. These changes are designed to help venture capital funds raise more investor capital and improve access to funding for startups and growing businesses—especially outside traditional financial hubs. “Three-quarters of venture capital supports entrepreneurs in just three states: California, Massachusetts, and New York,” said Rep. William Timmons. “Congress must ensure that all Americans have greater access to the capital they need to keep our nation at the forefront of innovation. The ICAN Act is a commonsense, bipartisan step toward making it easier for American startups to grow, hire, and build here at home.”",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-issues-statement-house-passage-fy26-national-defense,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Issues Statement On House Passage Of FY26 National Defense Authorization Act,2025-12-10,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 10, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace issued the following statement after the House passed the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act: “The House passage of the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act reflects 19 hard-fought wins our office secured to strengthen national security and deliver results for South Carolina,” said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. “This legislation incorporates the reforms we led — from ending DEI bureaucracy and protecting women and service members to banning painful dog and cat testing. The FY26 NDAA also includes critical authorizations, and extensions of authorizations, of over $387 million for Joint Base Charleston, MCAS Beaufort, and Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. These victories reinforce the Lowcountry’s strategic role in defending the homeland and ensuring our military is focused on readiness, lethality, and mission success.” Read more about the amendments and authorizations secured by Congresswoman Mace in the FY26 NDAA at: https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-secures-major-wins-lowcountry-and-national-security ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-introduces-charlie-kirk-freedom-speech-plaza-act-three-month,Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Charlie Kirk Freedom Of Speech Plaza Act On Three-Month Anniversary Of His Death,2025-12-10,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Dec. 10, 2025) — Today, on the three-month anniversary of the assassination of American patriot Charlie Kirk, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) introduced the Charlie Kirk Freedom of Speech Plaza Act, legislation which would redesignate the area of 16th Street Northwest between H Street Northwest and K Street Northwest in Washington, D.C. as ""Charlie Kirk Freedom of Speech Plaza.” ""Three months ago, we lost a champion of free speech and a voice for millions of young Americans,"" said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. ""Charlie Kirk's assassination was an attack not just on one man, but on the fundamental American principle declaring every citizen has the right to speak freely and engage in civic discourse. By designating this plaza in the heart of our nation's capital, we ensure Charlie's legacy and his unwavering commitment to the First Amendment will never be forgotten.” The area was previously symbolically designated as “Black Lives Matter Plaza” by the D.C. Government under the Black Lives Matter Plaza Designation Act of 2020, following the death of George Floyd. This period in America’s history became defined not by unity, but by chaos and destruction. After Floyd’s death, America watched criminals burn cities while police officers were ordered to stand down. The men and women in uniform who tried to keep the peace were attacked, vilified, and abandoned by leaders who should have supported them. Prior to his death, Charlie Kirk himself visited the site and called for an end to what he termed ""mass race hysteria,"" stating ""Make America Great Again, get rid of Black Lives Matter Plaza,"" while characterizing the plaza's designation as part of divisive policies under former D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. The contrast between these two moments in history is unmistakable, and it underscores why renaming this plaza matters. George Floyd’s death triggered unrest which divided the nation and devastated the law enforcement community: more than $2 billion in property damage, more than 2,000 officers injured, and at least 25 Americans killed. After Charlie Kirk was assassinated in cold blood, the nation responded with zero riots, zero looting, zero injuries, and zero destruction. Americans gathered in prayer, peace, and unity, exercising the very free speech rights Charlie spent his life defending. Renaming this plaza in Charlie Kirk’s memory reflects those values: peace over violence, dialogue over destruction, and the First Amendment over mob rule. “Our officers were assaulted, vilified, and abandoned in 2020,” added Congresswoman Nancy Mace. “This redesignation sends a clear message: we will always stand for American values and fiercely defend the brave men and women who wear the badge.” The bill designates a prominent location in the nation's capital and mandates the installation of signs similar in design to those used by the District of Columbia to mark Metro stations, ensuring high visibility of the plaza's new name. Under the legislation, any reference in federal law, maps, regulations, or other official records to this area would be updated to reflect the ""Charlie Kirk Freedom of Speech Plaza"" designation. The full text of the bill is below: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-biggs-leads-push-firearm-reform,Congresswoman Biggs Leads Push for Firearm Reform,2025-12-10,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Sheri Biggs,B001325,sheribiggs.house.gov,sheribiggs,https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Sheri Biggs is marking progress in the fight to defend Second Amendment rights after the ATF responded to a letter she led, joined by 27 of her House colleagues, urging reform of outdated firearm travel regulations. Just days after receiving the letter, the Trump administration opened a public rulemaking process to examine and modernize how the ATF handles interstate travel with short-barreled firearms. The move reflects growing momentum to ease unnecessary burdens on law-abiding gun owners and modernize a decades-old system that no longer serves the public or law enforcement effectively. “Law-abiding citizens in South Carolina and across the country should not have to register their firearm every time they cross a state line,” said Congresswoman Biggs. “This process is outdated, it doesn't improve safety, and it infringes on constitutional rights. We’ve gotten this issue moving in the right direction, and now we’ll keep pushing until these reforms are finalized.” National Firearm Rights Groups Applaud the Effort “NRA-ILA applauds Representative Sheri Biggs for leading this letter. Americans should not have to ask the government for permission to travel with their lawfully owned firearms,” said John Commerford, Executive Director of NRA-ILA. “The Second Amendment does not stop at the state line. It is long past due for the ATF to amend the notification requirement for the interstate transportation of short-barreled firearms.” “Gun owners should not have to beg a bureaucrat's permission each time they wish to cross state lines with their lawfully owned firearms to go hunting, compete in a shooting event, or protect themselves while traveling,” said Aidan Johnston, Director of Federal Affairs at Gun Owners of America. “We thank Congresswoman Sheri Biggs for urging the ATF to reform its outdated and unnecessary process by allowing a gun owner to automatically receive lifetime approval to travel with their short-barreled firearms when they first acquire the firearm.” The lawmakers argue that the current rule is legally unnecessary, administratively burdensome, and technologically outdated. Lawful NFA firearm owners already undergo enhanced vetting, including fingerprinting, federal tax payments, and background checks under 26 U.S.C. § 5812 and § 5841. The letter requests that the ATF allow lifetime travel approval for legally owned SBRs and SBSs at the time of registration, avoiding repetitive use of Form 5320.20 for each trip. It also cites recent Supreme Court rulings (Heller, Bruen) that emphasize historical traditions and constitutional protections for firearms ownership. Following the lawmakers’ letter, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives opened a 60-day public comment period to review and revise the current process for transporting short-barreled firearms across state lines. The proposed changes would modernize Form 5320.20 by allowing full digital submission through ATF’s eForms platform, eliminating mailing delays and paperwork redundancies. While the underlying registration requirement remains in place, the agency’s action signals a willingness to modernize an outdated system; a step aligned with concerns raised in the letter led by Congresswoman Biggs. Signers of the Letter: Sheri Biggs, Jeff Crank, Scott DesJarlais, Tony Wied, Clay Higgins, Pat Harrigan, Mary E. Miller, W. Gregory Steube, Ben Cline, David J. Taylor, Cory Mills, Lance Gooden, Kat Cammack, Brian Babin, Mike Haridopolos, Wesley Hunt, Ralph Norman, Andy Ogles, Derek Schmidt, Lauren Boebert, Rich McCormick, John Rose, Richard Hudson, Mike Collins, Abraham Hamadeh, Diana Harshbarger, Riley Moore.",1,2026-06-10T06:36:00Z,2026-06-10T06:37:32Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-introduces-60th-piece-legislation-2025,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Introduces 60th Piece Of Legislation In 2025,2025-12-09,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Dec. 9, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) just introduced her 60th piece of legislation in 2025, reinforcing her commitment to delivering results for South Carolina and the country. “These 60 pieces of legislation place our office in the top 2% of the House in terms of legislation introduced this year – more than any other member of the South Carolina delegation by far. Despite the gridlock in Washington, we are putting forward meaningful, commonsense solutions to the issues South Carolinians tell us matter most, from defending the homeland and supporting our veterans to protecting women and girls and our coastal communities,” said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. “Serving the Lowcountry is the honor of my life. No one will work harder for South Carolina – and we are just getting started.” Rep. Mace's most recent legislation, the Food Assistance Integrity and Responsibility (FAIR) Act and the Tax Fairness for Abuse Survivors Act, exemplify her focus on accountability and protecting vulnerable Americans. The FAIR Act requires photo identification on EBT cards to prevent fraud, while the Tax Fairness for Abuse Survivors Act provides critical relief for domestic violence survivors facing unfair tax liability from their abusers. Throughout 2025, Rep. Mace has secured significant legislative victories, including two bills which passed out of the Committee with unanimous bipartisan support—the Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act and the Veterans Affairs Distributed Ledger Innovation Act of 2025. Additionally, her Federal Contractor Cybersecurity Vulnerability Reduction Act and Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act have both passed the House and are currently awaiting consideration in the Senate. Complete List of Legislation Introduced by Rep. Mace in 2025: Passed the House: H.R. 30 – Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act H.R. 872 – Federal Contractor Cybersecurity Vulnerability Reduction Act of 2025 Advanced Out of Committee: H.R. 5235 – Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act H.R. 3455 – Veterans Affairs Distributed Ledger Innovation Act of 2025 Continued List of Introduced Legislation in 2025: H.R. 6457 – Food Assistance Integrity and Responsibility (FAIR) Act H.R. 6362 – Tax Fairness for Abuse Survivors Act H.R. 6150 – Protect American Fisheries Act of 2025 H.R. 5324 – No More Missing Children Act H.R. 3984 – Expedited Removal Expansion Act of 2025 H.R. 3920 – Lawless Cities Accountability Act of 2025 H.R. 3883 – Muslim Brotherhood Is a Terrorist Organization Act of 2025 H.R. 3724 – No Amnesty for Hamas Sympathizers Act H.R. 3550 – No Resettlement Without Representation Act H.R. 2606 – Stop Importing Terrorism Act H.R. 2374 – American Students First Act H.R. 1879 – No Tax Breaks for Sanctuary Cities Act H.R. 1619 – No Funds for Fascists Act H.R. 1485 – Alien Removal Not Resort Stays Act H.R. 5149 – Protecting Girls' Sports for Military Kids Act H.R. 5090 – HONOR Act H.R. 6209 – American Hemp Protection Act of 2025 H.R. 5047 – No Woke Indoctrination of Military Kids Act H.R. 5046 – Restoring Merit in the Military Service Academies Act H.R. 5025 – Restoring Merit in the Military Act H.R. 4188 – VA Flood Preparedness Act H.R. 2864 – Veterans for Mustangs Act H.R. 2730 – Military Moms Act H.R. 443 – Parris Island Protection Act H.R. 4953 – Gender-Affirming Child Abuse Prevention Act H.R. 4698 – PAAW Act H.R. 4600 – RESPECT Act H.R. 3596 – Rape Shield Enhancement Act of 2025 H.R. 3246 – Violet's Law H.R. 2564 – Protect Victims of Digital Exploitation and Manipulation Act of 2025 H.R. 2373 – Increased Accountability for Nonconsensual Pornography Act of 2025 H.R. 1205 – Safe Shelters Act of 2025 H.R. 1204 – Sue VOYEURS Act H.R. 1203 – Stop VOYEURS Act of 2025 H.R. 1017 – Stop the Invasion of Women's Spaces Act H.R. 1016 – Protecting Women's Private Spaces Act H.R. 1015 – Prison Rape Prevention Act of 2025 H.R. 688 – Standing with Moms Act H.R. 5592 – Childhood Genital Mutilation Prevention Act H.R. 5474 – No DEI in DC Act H.R. 5405 – Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025 H.R. 5000 – Cybersecurity Hiring Modernization Act H.R. 4984 – No Appointments by Rogue Judges Act H.R. 4138 – Restoring Biological Truth in Government Act H.R. 3775 – AI Training Extension Act of 2025 H.R. 2985 – Modernizing Government Technology Reform Act H.R. 4512 – TRANS MICE Act H.R. 4374 – American Homeowner Crypto Modernization Act of 2025 H.R. 4340 – Tyler's Law H.R. 3516 – Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act of 2025 H.R. 3403 – SEAT Act of 2025 H.Con.Res. 48 – Honoring Charles James Kirk H.Res. 893 – Censuring Representative Cory Mills H.Res. 713 – Censuring Representative Ilhan Omar H.Res. 439 – Expulsion of Representative LaMonica McIver H.Res. 132 – Censuring Representative Robert Garcia ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-secures-major-wins-lowcountry-and-national-security,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Secures Major Wins For The Lowcountry And National Security In FY26 NDAA,2025-12-09,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 9, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) announced a series of major victories she helped secure in the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), delivering major policy wins and securing major investments for the Lowcountry’s military installations. Rep. Mace helped deliver over $387.93 million in authorizations, or extensions of authorizations, for critical infrastructure projects in the Lowcountry at Joint Base Charleston, MCAS Beaufort, and MCRD Parris Island. ""Our wins in the NDAA represent a victory for taxpayers and our national security – ending DEI distractions, recognizing biological reality, protecting women and girls, and refocusing our military on readiness and lethality by making consequential defense investments in South Carolina,"" said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. ""From Joint Base Charleston to MCAS Beaufort to Parris Island, the over $387 million in authorizations and extensions will strengthen our national security, ensure South Carolina continues to play a crucial role in defending the homeland, and support the thousands of military families who call the Lowcountry home."" “White Coat Waste is proud to partner with Congresswoman Mace, whose leadership is delivering the first-ever law to defund the Pentagon’s painful pet experiments,” said Justin Goodman, Senior Vice President at non-profit watchdog White Coat Waste. “Our watchdog's investigations uncovered how the Defense Department has been forcing taxpayers to bankroll wasteful and cruel experiments on dogs and cats worldwide—and thanks to Rep. Mace, that ends now.” MAJOR POLICY VICTORIES Protecting Women and Service Members: Sec. 559A – Protects women's sports at Service Academies. See press releaseHERE Sec. 564 – Revises Military Sexual Trauma Response Training to include available VA resources Sec. 702 – Provides rape kits be furnished to American DoW civilian workers and contractors at military medical treatment facilities overseas Sec. 587 – Expands maternal health care resources on Military OneSource Reforming the Department of War: Sec. 901 – Prohibits DEI practices in DoW, eliminating DEI offices and trainings Sec. 525 – Advances merit-based principles in military promotions (modified provision addressing command selection) Animal Welfare: Sec. 732 – Prohibits painful dog and cat research. See press release HERE. Strengthening U.S.-Israel Security Cooperation: Sec. 1231 – Authorizes U.S.-Israel anti-tunneling cooperation Sec. 1232 – Authorizes U.S.-Israel counter-unmanned aerial systems cooperation Sec. 1234 – Authorizes U.S.-Israel emerging technology cooperation Additional Key Provisions: Sec. 1048 – Authorizes an Eastern Regional Range Complex Sec. 831 – Advances Buy American Seafood principles for Countries of Concern. Sec. 563 – Requires analysis of potential UCMJ modifications regarding revenge porn and deepfakes Sec. 4201 – Authorizes $2.5 million for Talent and Technology for Navy Power and Energy Systems Sec. 319 – Establishes Advanced Nuclear Transition Working Group LOWCOUNTRY INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS Rep. Mace secured over $387.93 million in military construction authorizations, or extensions of authorizations, for the Lowcountry: Joint Base Charleston: $65.4 million in FY26 authorization ($357.9 million authorized overall) for a Nuclear Power Training Facility Simulation Expansion. See press release HERE. $33 million in FY26 authorization for an Aeromedical Evacuation Facility. MCAS Beaufort: Extension of $122.6 million FY22 authorization for Aircraft Maintenance Hangar. MCRD Parris Island: Extension of $81.89 million and $85.04 million (total of $166.93 million) FY23 authorizations for Recruit Barracks. ""Joint Base Charleston, MCAS Beaufort, and Parris Island are strategic assets for our nation, and this funding will ensure they remain at the cutting edge of military readiness for decades to come,” added Congresswoman Nancy Mace. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-helps-secure-over-400-million-federal-grants-south-carolina,Rep. Nancy Mace Helps Secure Over $400 Million In Federal Grants For South Carolina,2025-12-08,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Dec. 8, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) today announced she has helped local governments, nonprofits, small businesses, and organizations secure over $400 million in federal grants since the start of 2024. These competitive awards span infrastructure, public safety, education, veterans, and economic and workforce development across South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District. “Over the past two years, we've helped bring home more than $400 million in federal funding for the Lowcountry,” said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. “We move fast, coordinating with agencies and delivering letters of support within 24 to 48 hours, because when South Carolina is competing, every hour matters. No one will outwork us to bring your tax dollars back home.” Federal grants are among the most competitive forms of funding in the nation, typically taking six to nine months from application to award. Mace’s office has supported or submitted letters for 25 successful federal grant applications since 2024 totaling over $401 million, with additional requests under review. Infrastructure and Economic Development – $381 Million+ SCDOT Multimodal Project (I-526 Long Point Interchange): $195,000,000 Hilton Head Island Bridge Project: $120,000,000 Lowcountry Rapid Transit (BCDCOG): $25,900,000 Dorchester County BUILD Grant: $24,000,000 BCDCOG Round 2 Clean Fuels Infrastructure Grant: $6,602,400 Hilton Head Island Airport Terminal Program: $5,000,000 Beaufort Cyber Center: $1,300,000 Town of Moncks Corner Transportation Alternatives Program: $1,248,000 City of North Charleston RCE Grant: $1,000,000 Humanities Foundation Low-Income Housing Tax Credit: $1,000,000 Hilton Head Island Airport ATCT Grant: $300,000 Deveaux Bank NFWF Coastal Resilience Study: $209,400 Wassamasaw Tribe Community Development Block Grant: $75,000 Education and Workforce Development – $18 Million+ Beaufort County School District MSAP Grant: $14,300,000 University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) Nurse Retention HRSA Grant: $3,870,000 Peculiar Pigs Farm VAPG (Value-Added Producer Grant): $250,000 Public Safety and Law Enforcement – $2.3 Million+ City of Charleston Fire Department PSGP: $832,600 Hopeful Horizons DOJ LAV Grant: $500,000 Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office COPS Hiring Program: $500,000 Hanahan Police Department Officer Safety Equipment (GSA Program): Approved Animal Welfare, Veterans and Community Support – $45,000+ Dorchester Paws Adoption Staff Grant: $30,000 Towns4Troops Summerville Grant: $10,000 Dorchester Paws Veterinary Services Grant: $5,000 Lowcountry Food Bank (GSA Surplus Generator Program): Approved ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://fry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1015,Congressman Russell Fry Introduces the Kids Internet Safety Partnership Act (KISPA),2025-12-05,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Russell Fry,F000478,fry.house.gov,fry,https://fry.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Russell Fry (SC-07) introduced the Kids Internet Safety Partnership Act (KISPA), along with co-lead Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01), establishing a coordinated national effort to better understand the harms minors face online and provide parents, platforms, and policymakers with clear, evidence-based tools to protect kids in the digital age. Currently, guidance on kids’ online safety comes from a patchwork of platform whitepapers, academic research, state settlements, and international codes. KISPA brings these threads together into a single U.S. federal framework. Specifically, the bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to create the Kids Internet Safety Partnership, a collaborative body that will work with federal agencies along with parents, child-safety experts, constitutional and privacy scholars, industry partners, and state Attorneys Generals. The Partnership will be tasked with identifying the risks and benefits impacting children online and address harms while preserving and enhancing what helps. Under the bill, the Partnership will publish biannual reports that measure the efficacy and adoption of safeguards and parental tools, rather than simply cataloging recommendations. These reports will include a publicly available “best practices” playbook addressing key areas such as: Age verification, assurance, and estimation techniques Design features that promote child safety Parental controls and account tools Default privacy settings Effectiveness of third-party safety software Transparency and limitations around personalized recommendation systems and chatbots",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-introduces-fair-act-crack-down-ebt-fraud-and-protect-taxpayer,Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Fair Act To Crack Down On EBT Fraud And Protect Taxpayer Dollars,2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 4, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduced the Food Assistance Integrity and Responsibility (FAIR) Act, a bill which brings long-overdue accountability to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by requiring a photo ID on every EBT card and ensuring benefits are redeemed only by the individuals who are legally eligible to receive them. Under current law, there is little to no identity verification when a SNAP EBT card is used, opening the door to card sharing, unauthorized purchases, stolen cards being exploited, and taxpayer dollars going to people who aren’t legally eligible at all. Across the country, states are reporting massive losses from SNAP fraud and misuse. In just the first quarter of FY 2025, more than $102 million in stolen or fraudulent benefits were approved. During this same period, states recorded over 226,000 fraudulent SNAP claims and 691,000 unauthorized transactions nationwide, including 4,209 stolen benefits in South Carolina. These numbers show the system is wide open to abuse. Our bill aligns with President Donald Trump’s efforts to crack down on SNAP fraud and ensure benefits go only to the Americans who are truly eligible to receive them. “Taxpayers have had enough of watching their hard-earned dollars abused by people with no legal right to these benefits,” said Congresswoman Mace. ""This isn't complicated, if you're eligible for SNAP, your photo goes on the card and you're the only one who uses it. Not fraudsters, not criminals, not someone borrowing a card they have no right to use. This is basic common sense, fairness, and protecting taxpayers and the American families who truly need food assistance.” The FAIR Act protects taxpayer dollars and makes sure SNAP benefits go only to the households they are meant to support. The bill: Requires a photo ID on every SNAP EBT card so retailers and states can verify the cardholder’s identity at the point of purchase Prevents unauthorized use by allowing benefits to be redeemed only by the individual whose name and photograph appear on the card. Allows states to issue additional photo-verified cards for households with multiple authorized users. Protects vulnerable families by providing accommodations for caregivers assisting minors, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Requires retailers to verify the photo on every EBT card before completing a SNAP transaction. Directs USDA to update regulations within 18 months to fully implement these reforms nationwide. See the bill text below: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://fry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1008,House Passes Congressman Russell Fry’s Trafficking Survivors Relief Act,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Russell Fry,F000478,fry.house.gov,fry,https://fry.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives has passed Congressman Russell Fry’s (SC-07) bipartisan Trafficking Survivors Relief Act (H.R. 4323), legislation co-led by Ann Wagner (R-MO) and Hank Johnson (D-GA), and co-sponsored by Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA). This bill provides federal criminal record relief to survivors of human trafficking who committed non-violent offenses as a direct result of their exploitation. Human trafficking remains a widespread crisis across our country. Traffickers often force or coerce their victims into committing crimes such as financial fraud, drug-related offenses, and identity theft. As a result, many trafficking survivors face arrest, conviction, and incarceration—often without recognition of their victim status. At the outset of a prosecution, this legislation establishes an affirmative defense to provide survivors with the opportunity to defend against only those charges that arose directly from their trafficking victimization. It also provides critical relief for survivors who have already been convicted as a result of their trafficking victimization through vacatur, expungement, and sentencing mitigation. Specifically, for a court to grant a motion to vacate a conviction or expunge an arrest, a defendant must show by a preponderance of the evidence that the offense was committed as a direct result of having been a victim of trafficking. Additionally, the defendant must establish, by clear and convincing evidence, that the defendant was a victim of human trafficking at the time the offense was committed. The bill only allows for non-violent offenses that were committed as a direct result of trafficking to be eligible for vacatur and expungement. Additionally, this bill clarifies that any crimes eligible for expungement are crimes that do not involve a child as a victim. “I’m proud to see the House pass my bill, the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, which delivers relief to trafficking survivors and their families,” said Congressman Fry. “Victims of human trafficking are often forced into criminal activity, leaving them with federal records that follow them for life. That means they can’t get a job, secure housing, or meet basic needs—all because of crimes they were coerced into committing. This legislation breaks that cycle and gives survivors the chance to move forward.” “Victims of human trafficking are often revictimized by their traffickers who coerce them into committing crimes against their will, making it that much harder to escape from their abuse,” said Congresswoman Wagner. “This can leave them with a criminal record that follows them for the rest of their lives. The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act would help survivors break that cycle of exploitation so they can reenter the working world and access critical support services. Survivors of trafficking need every tool we can give them as they seek to find justice and hold the perpetrators accountable. I’ve been proud to champion the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act over multiple Congresses, and I look forward to the Senate taking up this bill so we can send it to the President’s desk.” “Survivors of human trafficking deserve justice and compassion, not criminalization,” said Congressman Lieu. “For too long, survivors have faced criminal charges because of crimes they were forced to commit while being trafficked, making it harder for them to obtain housing, jobs, and the chance to rebuild their lives. I am pleased that the House passed our bipartisan legislation to provide much-needed relief to trafficking survivors. I urge my Senate colleagues to pass this bill.” ""The American Hotel & Lodging Association applauds the passage of the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act,” said President and CEO of AHLA Rosanna Maietta. “The hotel industry stands firmly behind Representative Fry's efforts to ensure that our nation's response to human trafficking includes meaningful support for those who have endured unimaginable harm. Through the work of the AHLA Foundation, we have long been committed to elevating the visibility of this issue and uplifting survivors through investments in support to help them move forward. The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act is a vital step which allows survivors to truly heal and build independent lives."" Additional supporting individuals and organizations include South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, 3Strands Global Foundation, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association, CPAC, Engage Together, Hope for Justice, survivor leader Hollie Nadel, Justice Restoration Center, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), PACT, Paving the Way Foundation, Pearl at the Mailbox, Raven, Rights4Girls, Shared Hope International, Street Grace, The Moore & Van Allen Human Trafficking Pro Bono Project, Thistle Farms, the UPS Foundation, and World Without Exploitation.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-introduces-bill-strengthen-protections-domestic-violence,Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Bill To Strengthen Protections For Domestic Violence Survivors In The Tax Code,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 2, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduced the Tax Fairness for Abuse Survivors Act, legislation focused on protecting domestic violence survivors and ensuring no victim is ever left carrying tax burdens created under fear, manipulation, or threats. This legislation delivers long-overdue safeguards to stop forcing survivors to pay the tax debts of the abusers who hurt them. Abuse steals years, safety, dignity, and too often, financial freedom. Survivors have paid more than enough already, and they should never be punished for crimes committed against them. Rep. Mace’s legislation protects survivors' financial freedom, building a safe and fair process for relief, locking down survivor privacy, and shutting the door on abusers using the tax code as a weapon. “When survivors of domestic violence finally flee, the IRS shouldn’t be waiting on the other side of the door,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Many survivors are pressured, intimidated, or outright threatened into signing joint returns they never wanted to sign. No one should carry the financial wounds of the predator who abused them. Our legislation strengthens and expands vital protections so survivors can seek relief without fear of retaliation from their abuser.” The Tax Fairness for Abuse Survivors Act will: Provide tax liability relief for survivors who unknowingly signed a joint return with an understatement, or who signed under fear, coercion, threats, or duress. Allow survivors to submit evidence of domestic violence or abuse when seeking relief. Create a presumption in the survivor’s favor when they provide evidence of abuse, making it the default presumption they signed due to fear, pressure, threats of retaliation, or duress. Protect survivor safety by prohibiting the IRS from notifying the abusive spouse the survivor requested relief, or from mentioning abuse in any notice. This legislation solidifies updates to the Internal Revenue Code to ensure survivors can reclaim financial independence without fear of retaliation. It applies to all relief requests submitted after the bill becomes law. Read the full bill text here: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-maces-skills-based-federal-contracting-act-passes-out-oversight,Rep. Nancy Mace's Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act Passes Out Of The Oversight Committee,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 2, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) announced H.R. 5235, the Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, has passed out of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. During an Oversight Subcommittee hearing last year, a witness testified federal contractors are “rarely able to place an individual without a four-year degree on a technology services contract, regardless of their qualifications.” With fewer than 40 percent of Americans holding a bachelor’s degree, and with many in-demand technical skills now obtained through apprenticeships, certifications, military service, and alternative training, Congresswoman Mace emphasized the status quo “makes no sense.” Congresswoman Mace’s legislation ensures federal agencies prioritize skills and competency over rigid educational credentials when evaluating contractor personnel. Under the bill, agencies may not impose minimum degree requirements unless they are demonstrably necessary for the work. If such requirements are included, contracting officers must provide a written justification to prevent unnecessary degree mandates. “Washington has been keeping over 60 percent of the American workforce from federal job opportunities for no good reason. Not because they lack the necessary skills and expertise or talent, but because they didn’t sit in an ivory tower reading Shakespeare,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Our Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act puts merit first and opens doors and strengthens our workforce by valuing what workers can do, not what diploma they have.” H.R. 5235 amends title 41 of the United States Code to ensure federal contract solicitations reflect genuine workforce needs, promote transparency, and expand access to high-quality jobs for Americans with valuable training and hands-on experience. Congresswoman Mace also highlighted the bill’s bipartisan support: “Skills-based hiring shouldn’t be a partisan issue. Thank you to Representative Krishnamoorthi for joining us in this effort to open the federal contracting process to millions of talented Americans.” H.R. 5235 now heads to the House floor for consideration. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-excoriates-patrick-bryant-fictitious-ethics,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Excoriates Patrick Bryant For Fictitious Ethics Investigation,2025-11-21,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Nov. 21, 2025) - Today Congresswoman Nancy Mace announced Patrick Bryant helped initiate an Office of Congressional Conduct (OCC) investigation into her lodging reimbursements in a sleazy attempt to defame her for reporting his potential criminal wrongdoing to law enforcement. Congresswoman Mace turned Bryant in to law enforcement for potential criminal wrongdoing to include but not limited to: child sexual abuse material (CSAM), sexual assaults, voyeurism, extortion, harassment, domestic violence, and more. This fictitious ethics investigation overlooks all Mr. Bryant has done to discredit himself and shows very obvious ulterior motives and many of his own substantial accounting errors. Rep. Mace is speaking out now to expose how victims are targeted by their abusers. ""I incurred over $100,000 on lodging expenses in DC and received approximately $29,000 after taxes to get reimbursed for lodging expenses. Do the math,” Congresswoman Mace stated. “Bryant is terrified he might go to jail. And if he does, my female constituents will be safer for it. This just goes to show how broken the system is when a predator can viciously go after his victims in this way and is permitted to do so regardless of the facts.” The OCC investigation is an old story from 2024, planted by Bryant about Congresswoman Mace’s lodging reimbursements. During an approximately 18 month time period, Congresswoman Mace incurred over $100,000 in lodging expenses to live in Washington DC. During this same time period Congresswoman Mace received approximately $29,000 after taxes in lodging reimbursements. Rep. Mace used all of her lodging reimbursements on lodging expenses and very obviously didn’t keep a dime. Mace added, “Make it make sense.” Attached please find Rep. Mace’s letter to the OCC and a second, detailed addendum of some of the abuses she incurred at the hands of Mr. Bryant and some of his associates during this time period, and exposes the many significant accounting errors Bryant provided or omitted to the press and the OCC. Mace now resides in her Office when in Washington due to the cost of accommodations in DC and the limited amount in lodging reimbursements Members of Congress may receive. It’s just not worth it. While the OCC has not yet made a referral to the Ethics Committee, Rep. Mace has nothing to hide and believes it will be referred regardless of the actual facts. This is another political hit job. Nothing about the process has been fair or transparent. There has been no consideration for circumstances of domestic violence and spousal financial abuse during the time period in question. There has been no consideration for the steep lodging expenses Rep. Mace incurred during the time period in question. And there has been no consideration for Bryant leaking fictitious documents to the press, and providing fictitious documents to the OCC, which are the basis for this inquiry. Rep. Mace is speaking out now to expose how victims are targeted by their abusers. It’s why Rep. Mace is so passionate about fixing what is clearly, very broken at the federal, state and local level. OCC Letter: READ THE ADDENDUM TO THE LETTER HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-helps-secure-832600-grant-strengthen-charleston-first,"Rep. Nancy Mace Helps Secure $832,600 Grant To Strengthen Charleston First Responders’ Emergency Operations At The Port Of Charleston",2025-11-21,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Nov. 21, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace announced the Charleston Fire Department has been awarded an $832,600 grant through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Port Security Grant Program. The funding represents a major federal investment to strengthen Charleston’s emergency response capabilities and safeguard one of the nation’s most vital ports. The Port of Charleston ranks as the eighth-largest container port in the United States, serving as a key gateway for American commerce and defense operations. As South Carolina continues to expand as the fourth fastest growing state in the country, ensuring first responders have the modern tools and training they need is critical to keeping the Lowcountry safe and supporting the state’s economic success. The Charleston Fire Department will use the funding for a portable fire pump and advanced marine fire training to strengthen its response to waterborne emergencies. The City of Charleston will contribute a 25 percent local match of $208,150 to support the initiative. “The Port of Charleston drives South Carolina’s economy, supports 32,000 jobs in the region and plays a vital role in America’s national defense,” said Congresswoman Mace. “We helped deliver this funding as part of more than $400 million we’ve brought home for the Lowcountry. We’re leading the charge to strengthen our ports, protect the Lowcountry, and make sure South Carolina’s tax dollars come back where they belong, right here at home.” Charleston Fire Chief Dan Curia highlighted Congresswoman Mace’s support in the statement below: “Charleston’s waterways present unique challenges to first responders. Securing a Port Security Grant to enable the Charleston Fire and Police Departments to take steps toward meeting those challenges is crucial to our success. We appreciate the assistance of Representative Mace and her team in making this a reality,” said Chief Curia. Mace’s office worked closely with leadership at the Charleston Fire Department through meetings and ongoing correspondence to support the Department’s critical need for this grant. The office submitted a congressional letter of support to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to strengthen the application. and coordinated with FEMA regarding the grant posting and application timeline. Rep. Mace’s Letter of Support: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-raskin-huffman-wyden-call-on-trump-administration-to-stop-politicizing-houses-of-worship-defend-separation-of-church-and-state-ahead-of-court-arguments/,"Clyburn, Raskin, Huffman, Wyden Call on Trump Administration to Stop Politicizing Houses of Worship; Defend Separation of Church and State Ahead of Court Arguments",2025-11-20,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,SC,James E. Clyburn,C000537,clyburn.house.gov,clyburn,https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives James E. Clyburn (SC06), Chair of the Democratic Faith Working Group, and Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and Jared Huffman (CA-02), co-chairs of the Congressional Freethought Caucus, along with Senator Ron Wyden, Ranking Member of the Senate Finance Committee, led six of their colleagues in objecting to the Trump Administration’s attempts to exempt two specific organizations from the law. In a new letter to Acting Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service Scott Bessent, the lawmakers urged the Trump Administration to withdraw a proposed settlement in National Religious Broadcasters Association v. Bessent which carves out exceptions to the foundational principle of separation of church and state. For the past 70 years, a provision of the tax code known as the Johnson Amendment has insulated nonprofits, faith-based organizations and houses of worship from electoral politics. In order to qualify for 501(c)(3) status, nonprofits and houses of worship cannot engage in tax-exempt political speech. Despite widespread support for the Johnson Amendment among thousands of nonprofits and houses of worship, the Trump Administration reversed course on a lawsuit targeting the Johnson Amendment in an attempt to exempt two churches from complying with the law. “Congress has considered and rejected multiple attempts to modify the Johnson Amendment,” the lawmakers wrote. “Members have long understood the moral imperative of shielding nonprofit service organizations, including houses of worship, from electoral politics while protecting taxpayers from being compelled to subsidize political speech. Your Proposed Consent Decree is nothing more than a transparent end-run around Congress, which has consistently rejected attempts to change this 70-year-old law. “The Proposed Consent Decree seeks to exempt two specific organizations favored by the government out of the more than 1.5 million 501(c)(3) organizations in the United States from following the law,” the lawmakers continued. They noted that the reasoning in the proposed settlement “blows the door wide open for both secular nonprofits and all other religious organizations to petition the courts for their own free pass to engage in tax-exempt electoral speech. This settlement radically reinterprets the law and creates another opening for political actors to use charitable nonprofits to anonymously funnel unlimited money into elections.” “The IRS should reject the false tension that the religious Right has tried to create between these two principles,” the lawmakers concluded. “The Religious Free Exercise and Establishment Clauses are equally essential, and they stand best when they stand together.” The letter was also signed by Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) and Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Tom Suozzi (NY-03), Lloyd Doggett (TX-37), Emanuel Cleaver (MO-05), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and André Carson (IN-07). Read the full letter below and here. Dear Acting Commissioner Bessent, The great Congressman John R. Lewis, an ordained Baptist Minister and hero of the Civil Rights Movement, issued a moral call to his colleagues on November 8, 2017: “Fifteen years ago…Democrats and Republican came together to preserve the last remaining sanctuary that was free from partisan politics. In our heart of hearts, we understood that we had a moral responsibility to put the good of our nation before campaigns. My friends, we need that vision and unity again today.” Congressman Lewis was defending the Johnson Amendment—a foundation stone in the nation’s wall of separation between church and state and a shield for tax-exempt organizations’ integrity—as the House Committee on Ways and Means considered an ultimately unsuccessful attempt to demolish it. In this same spirit, we are writing to express our serious concerns regarding the settlement that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has proposed in the matter of National Religious Broadcasters Association et al v. Bessent. The Proposed Consent Decree asks the Court to exempt two religious organizations from obeying the law by reinterpreting the verbs “participate” and “intervene” and classifying communications from houses of worship to their congregations as compliant with the Johnson Amendment without any accompanying explanation for that classification. This reinterpretation is not permissible under the statute as enacted and sustained by Congress; presents serious constitutional concerns as a potential violation of the Equal Protection Clause; fails to disclose any fiscal effects of reinterpreting the law; and sidelines the principled and compelling opposition expressed by thousands of nonprofits, houses of worship and faith-based organizations that would be harmed by adopting this proposal. Congress was in the process of modernizing the tax code in 1954 when then-Senator Lyndon Baines Johnson offered a provision clarifying reasonable boundaries between electoral politics and tax-exempt activities, including religious exercise. It was so noncontroversial at the time that Congress incorporated the Johnson Amendment without extended debate and Republican President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into law. Congress has considered and rejected multiple attempts to modify the Johnson Amendment because, as Congressman Lewis noted, Members have long understood the moral imperative of shielding nonprofit service organizations, including houses of worship, from electoral politics while protecting taxpayers from being compelled to subsidize political speech. Your Proposed Consent Decree is nothing more than a transparent end-run around Congress, which has consistently rejected attempts to change this 70-year-old law. As explained in a letter sent to then-Commissioner Billy Long on July 18, 2025, the Proposed Consent Decree seeks to exempt two specific organizations favored by the government out of the more than 1.5 million 501(c)(3) organizations in the United States from following the law. In exempting two religious entities in terms limited to religious activities, the IRS is creating an Equal Protection Clause violation which could spread as organizations seize upon this Proposed Consent Decree to sue for their own exemptions. The settlement’s reasoning blows the door wide open for both secular nonprofits and all other religious organizations to petition the courts for their own free pass to engage in tax-exempt electoral speech. This settlement radically reinterprets the law and creates another opening for political actors to use charitable nonprofits to anonymously funnel unlimited money into elections. The Proposed Consent Decree also fails to acknowledge the potential costs of implementing this ill-judged settlement. The Congressional Joint Committee on Taxation evaluated the Johnson Amendment repeal measure that Congressman Lewis opposed in 2017 and determined that such legislation would cost taxpayers $2.1 billion over 10 years. While the ultimate cost of the Proposed Consent Decree would ultimately depend on the extent of the exemptions granted, we are concerned that there will be very real costs to taxpayers if more nonprofits are able to engage in electoral activity. Under current law, political donations are subject to federal and state taxes. If this Proposed Consent Decree takes effect, contributions could be redirected from taxable sources to the churches covered by the settlement to become newly tax-deductible, with more to follow if and when other religious organizations and nonprofits seek the same allowance. The result would be reduced federal revenue. If you have prudently estimated the potential costs of this settlement and its aftermath, we urge you to publicize the results of your calculations. We are also concerned that your Proposed Consent Decree would harm the many religious institutions and people of faith who oppose weakening the Johnson Amendment. During previous attempts to weaken the law, more than 4,600 faith leaders, 5,800 nonprofit organizations and 106 religious and denominational organizations expressed strong and principled opposition. Faith leaders across religious denominations united across their differences to affirm that “faith leaders are called to speak truth to power, and we cannot do so if we are merely cogs in partisan political machines.” If this decree weakening the Johnson Amendment shield goes into effect, houses of worship in which the clergy and congregation wish to remain apolitical could be pressured to engage in taxpayer-subsidized electoral politics by elected officials, candidates or donors. Such an outcome would be highly detrimental to religious freedom in America. The First Amendment protects religious communities in two different ways—through the Establishment Clause, which prevents the government from imposing or endorsing one or more religions, and the Free Exercise Clause, which protects every person’s right to worship in whatever manner they choose. The IRS should reject the false tension that the religious Right has tried to create between these two principles. The Religious Free Exercise and Establishment Clauses are equally essential, and they stand best when they stand together. Neither has been violated by the Johnson Amendment as it has been interpreted since 1954, with equal applicability to all nonprofit organizations. Congress has repeatedly chosen to maintain the Johnson Amendment in statute, and we reject the notion that the IRS can unilaterally reinterpret 70 years of this settled law. We urge you to withdraw your Proposed Consent Decree.",1,2026-04-07T15:46:19Z,2026-04-07T20:18:39Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-drops-letter-speaker-johnson-calling-cory-mills-removal,Rep. Nancy Mace Drops Letter To Speaker Johnson Calling For Cory Mills’ Removal From Committees,2025-11-19,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 19, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) today sent a formal letter to Speaker Mike Johnson urging the immediate removal of Rep. Cory Mills (FL-07) from the House Committee on Armed Services and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs following a series of alarming ethical, legal, and personal misconduct allegations. ""We write with grave concern regarding the fitness of one of our colleagues, Mr. Cory Mills of Florida's 7th Congressional district, to serve on the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs,"" Rep. Mace wrote in her letter to Speaker Johnson. “The severity of these allegations, when combined with the national-security implications and the credibility required for service on these committees, leaves no room for hesitation,” Mace stated. “We cannot afford to look the other way.” Personal Conduct Allegations The letter addresses serious allegations regarding Mills' personal conduct: ""This year, Mr. Mills, a married man, has also faced multiple, credible accusations of having committed crimes against women whom he had romantic relationships with, including allegedly physically assaulting a woman and allegedly threatening to release intimate photographs and videos of another."" Rep. Mace stands firmly with survivors and will not tolerate abusive, coercive, or threatening behavior toward women, especially from a sitting Member of Congress. “I will not sit quietly while women come forward with credible accusations of abuse. Survivors deserve a voice, and they have one in me,” added Rep. Mace. Federal Contracting and Conflicts of Interest Prior to serving in the U.S. House of Representatives, Mills founded Pacem Solutions International LLC and Pacem Defense LLC, and acquired AMTEC Corporation (now renamed as ALS, Inc.), companies which engage in security and military contracting with the U.S. government as well as foreign governments. Mills retains an ownership interest in these entities. In 2024, the Office of Congressional Conduct (OCC) found ""from January 2023 to present, Pacem Defense/ALS, has been actively contracting with the federal government, securing close to $1,000,000 in federal contracts for munitions and weapons, distributed to prisons across the country. Specifically, since January 9, 2024, 94 contracts have been awarded to entities owned by Rep. Mills."" The report concluded ""there is substantial reason to believe that Rep. Mills may have entered into, held, or enjoyed contracts with federal agencies while he was a Member of Congress in violation of House rules, standards of conduct, and federal law."" International Arms Dealing Concerns The Office of Congressional Conduct (OCC) report also noted, ""According to its website, Pacem Solutions is currently registered and/or partnered with trusted local firms to work in the following countries: United States, Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, UAE, Australia, Kenya, Malaysia and Kuwait."" Public reports also indicate Mills has either sought, or entered into contracts to sell munitions to foreign nations, including Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, and Colombia. Rep. Mace stated in the letter: ""This represents a clear conflict of interest given he serves on the House Committee on Armed Services and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs."" Military Service Misrepresentations The letter details credible accusations including Mills’ misrepresentation of his military record. Mills claimed elite service in the 75th Ranger Regiment and attendance at the U.S. Army Sniper School, including on his employment application to DynCorp International. However, none of these claims are supported or corroborated by his Official Military Personnel File, DD214, or any portion of his military records. Questions Surrounding Bronze Star Award There have also been credible reports calling into question the Bronze Star awarded to Mills in 2021. When questioned about his Bronze Star, Mills produced a DA Form 638 recommending him for the award, which included a signature from then-Army Brigade Commander Arnold N. Gordon-Bray. However, retired Brigadier General Bray disputes having written, read or signed such a recommendation for Mills. Rep. Mace's letter states: ""We actually spoke to General Bray who acknowledged he did not physically sign the form, nor did he read it prior to his signature being affixed on the DA Form 638. And he never wrote it either."" Furthermore, numerous individuals who served with Mills have disputed his assertions he was involved in their rescue or provided aid to them of any kind. ""This type of purported stolen valor dishonors the sacrifices of all warfighters who bravely defend our nation and undermines public trust in our armed forces and the House,"" Rep. Mace wrote. Call for Immediate Action ""Given the gravity of these allegations against Mr. Mills, the clear conflicts of interest and potential illegality presented by his business dealings, and the potential implications on U.S. national security and foreign policy, we urge you to take action to remove Mr. Mills from the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs,"" Rep. Mace wrote to Speaker Johnson. “Every man and woman who served this country, who earned their stories, their scars, and their medals, deserves our utmost respect,” Congresswoman Mace stated. “Cory Mills has no business serving on the House Armed Services Committee and he is an insult to every veteran who paid the price for their service. Ethics complaints this serious, combined with national-security concerns and credible allegations involving women, demand immediate attention. Ignoring them is not an option.” ATTACHED LETTER BELOW: DOWNLOAD THE LETTER: HERE ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-offer-privileged-resolution-censure-cory-mills-and-remove-him,Rep. Nancy Mace To Offer Privileged Resolution To Censure Cory Mills And Remove Him From National Security Committees,2025-11-19,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 19, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) announced she will offer a privileged resolution to censure Rep. Cory Mills (FL-07) and remove him from the House Committee on Armed Services and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution outlines a pattern of alleged misconduct Rep. Mace says makes Mills unfit to serve on committees with national-security responsibilities. ""These allegations are far too serious to ignore,"" said Congresswoman Mace. ""A Member of Congress accused of assaulting women, profiting off federal contracts from his seat, and inflating or falsifying his service record has no business anywhere near national-security committees. This isn't about partisan politics, it's about protecting the integrity of this institution and the safety of women."" Key Allegations Detailed in the Resolution: Federal Contracting Violations: The Office of Congressional Conduct found in August 2024 companies owned by Mills secured nearly $1 million in federal contracts for munitions and weapons while he served in Congress, with 94 contracts awarded since January 2024. The Office of Congressional Conduct concluded ""there is substantial reason to believe that Rep. Mills may have entered into, held, or enjoyed contracts with federal agencies while he was a Member of Congress in violation of House rules, standards of conduct, and federal law."" International Arms Dealing Conflicts: Public reports indicate Mills-owned entities sought or entered into contracts to sell munitions to foreign nations including Saudi Arabia, Ukraine, and Colombia while he served on the Foreign Affairs and Armed Services Committees, committees with direct oversight of U.S. military aid and arms sales policy. Disputed Bronze Star and Military Record Multiple service members who served with Mills have disputed the account of events which formed the basis for his 2021 Bronze Star recommendation. Retired Brigadier General Arnold N. Gordon-Bray stated he did not personally write, read, or sign the DA Form 638 recommending Mills for the award. Five individuals who served with Mills, including two men Mills allegedly saved, disputed Mills was involved in their rescue or provided life-saving care. One sergeant called the account a ""fabrication."" Additionally, Mills claimed on his DynCorp International employment application he served in the elite 75th Ranger Regiment and attended Army Sniper School, claims not supported by his military records. Allegations of Violence Against Women On February 19, 2025, DC Metropolitan Police were called to Mills' residence for a reported assault. Police reports confirmed a 27-year-old woman, identified as Mills' significant other for over a year (not his wife) accused him of grabbing, shoving, and pushing her out of the door. Officers observed fresh bruises on her arm. The woman reportedly let officers hear Mills instruct her to lie about the origin of her bruises. Police determined probable cause existed for misdemeanor assault and sent an arrest warrant to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia. In July 2025, a different former romantic partner reported Mills threatened to release nude images and intimate videos of her and threatened to harm her future romantic partners after she ended their relationship. On October 14, 2025, a Florida court issued a Final Judgment of Injunction for Protection Against Dating Violence against Mills. Congresswoman Nancy Mace issued the following statement on her privileged resolution seeking to censure Rep. Cory Mills: “I will not stand by while women risk everything to come forward with credible allegations of abuse and threats. I will not stay silent while a Member of Congress may be lining his pockets through federal contracts. And I will not look the other way while allegations of stolen valor, a slap in the face to every veteran who earned their service and sacrifice, goes unchecked. “Cory Mills’ alleged conduct makes him unfit to serve on any committee responsible for our national security. And as a survivor, these allegations involving women strike at a place I know too well, and I refuse to ignore them or let this institution minimize them. “This privileged resolution is about drawing a line: defending the integrity of Congress, standing with survivors who are too often dismissed or silenced, and respecting veterans whose courage is not up for debate. This is bigger than politics, it’s about right and wrong. “And that is why we are forcing a vote on the House floor to censure him. Accountability will not wait.” The privileged resolution will force a vote on the House floor within two legislative days. View the full resolution text: Download the full resolution text: HERE ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-votes-release-all-epstein-files-standing-survivors-long-denied,"Rep. Nancy Mace Votes To Release All Epstein Files, Standing With Survivors Long Denied Justice",2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 18, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace cast a vote which echoes across decades of silence, pain, and injustice. Congresswoman Mace voted YES to release all Jeffrey Epstein files. Congresswoman Mace stood as one of four Republicans who signed House Resolution 1434, the discharge petition to force a floor vote on releasing the Epstein files. As a survivor of sexual assault and domestic violence, Congresswoman Mace knows exactly how personal and painful this fight is. Rep. Mace has seen firsthand what happens when women come forward and seek justice — they get sued, smeared, and defamed by the Fake News media and by their abusers. “Today is a historic day for every survivor across the country. I know the toll this trauma takes on a survivor's life and the courage it takes to come forward. The Epstein survivors' voices are not just a vessel for the justice they are seeking for themselves. They are a vessel for the justice owed to the millions of other survivors who will never get this day. Most of us never get the opportunity to face our accuser, let alone see them prosecuted or put behind bars,” said Congresswoman Mace. “This is a symbolic day because it represents a fight not only for these survivors, but for so many of us who feel like we will never see justice."" Congresswoman Mace recognizes President Donald Trump for stepping up when it mattered most—putting survivors like herself, and countless others across America, first by backing this critical fight for justice. In a world where powerful men have spent decades protecting predators and silencing victims, President Trump has chosen to stand with survivors. ""Real men protect women,"" Congresswoman Mace stated. ""President Trump understands justice delayed is justice denied, and he's not afraid to stand with survivors when we need it most."" Earlier today, Congresswoman Mace met with Epstein survivors in a closed-door meeting held in her Washington, DC office. Rep. Mace listened as they described the moment their childhood ended, some at just 14 years old. She heard about their innocence stolen, the years they lost to their rights being violated, and the impossible burden of carrying this trauma too heavy for any human soul to bear alone. Congresswoman Mace emphasized she will never allow survivors’ voices to be silenced and will continue to be a fighting force in Congress for every woman and girl who has endured abuse, assault, or exploitation. “This is bigger than one case. This is a reckoning,” said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. “These survivors represent every woman who was told to stay quiet, every girl who was made to feel it was her fault, every person who learned power protects predators while survivors are left to rebuild their shattered lives alone."" ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3284,Congressman Norman Introduces Resolution to Censure Del. Stacey Plaskett for Coordination With Jeffrey Epstein,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) introduced a resolution to censure Delegate Stacey Plaskett (D-VI) and remove her from the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence following newly released documents revealing her inappropriate coordination with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during official congressional business. The documents, released from Epstein’s estate, show that during the 2019 House Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing involving testimony from Michael Cohen, Delegate Plaskett consulted with Epstein and incorporated his suggestions into her line of questioning. “Jeffrey Epstein was a predator who exploited minors. The idea that any Member of Congress would coordinate with him on official proceedings is beyond comprehension,” said Congressman Norman. “This was not casual contact. These were deliberate communications that shaped part of a hearing designed to attack President Trump. It raises serious questions about judgment, integrity, and fitness to serve.” Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to two charges, procuring a minor for prostitution and solicitation of prostitution, and was later charged federally in 2019 for sex trafficking of minors. His criminal history was well-known long before the 2019 congressional hearing in question. “Members of Congress owe the American people honesty and ethical conduct,” Norman continued. “No one who turns to a convicted predator for input on how to conduct official business, especially in a congressional hearing, should sit on the Intelligence Committee or any committee, for that matter. This is about restoring trust in an institution that desperately needs it.” The resolution: Censures Delegate Plaskett for her inappropriate and unethical communications with Epstein Condemns her use of a sex offender’s guidance during a congressional hearing Directs the House Ethics Committee to fully investigate the extent of her relationship and any additional improprieties Removes her from the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence",1,2026-04-07T15:46:19Z,2026-04-07T20:18:39Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3297,Congressman Norman Reintroduces Bill to Restore Oversight and Accountability at the CBO,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) reintroduced the Congressional Budget Office Oversight (CBO) Act, legislation designed to restore accountability and transparency within the CBO, an agency whose cost projections are used in the legislative process. “Washington is steering this country toward a $39 trillion debt cliff,” said Congressman Norman. “If Congress is ever going to get serious about reining in spending, then the CBO must be subject to routine, mandatory oversight. This bill ensures that happens.” Under Republican leadership, the Budget Committee has strengthened its focus on holding the CBO accountable. The CBO Oversight Act would require the Director of the CBO to appear before both the House and Senate Budget Committees at least twice each year. Currently, these hearings are sporadic and infrequent, creating enormous gaps in Congress’s ability to examine and question the projections, scoring, and underlying assumptions that guide federal spending decisions. “For years, the CBO has operated with little direct scrutiny from the very people its work guides,” Norman continued. “That’s unacceptable. Taxpayers deserve a system where budget estimates are transparent, where Congress can routinely ask tough questions, and where agencies know they’re accountable to the public.”",1,2026-04-07T15:46:19Z,2026-04-07T20:18:39Z https://clyburn.house.gov/ranking-members-clyburn-delauro-statement-on-trump-administration-plan-to-slash-and-delay-funding-for-housing-assistance/,"Ranking Members Clyburn, DeLauro Statement on Trump Administration Plan to Slash and Delay Funding for Housing Assistance",2025-11-17,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,SC,James E. Clyburn,C000537,clyburn.house.gov,clyburn,https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Ranking Member James Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement regarding a newly released plan from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to dramatically cut funding for housing assistance programs, potentially pushing as many as 170,000 veterans, unaccompanied youth, and people with disabilities onto the street: “This plan is reckless and cruel. Homeless service providers throughout the country will begin to run out of money next month. Under HUD’s new funding requirements, as many as 170,000 veterans, youth that have aged out of the foster care system, and people with disabilities could be pushed out onto the streets in the dead of winter. “We have the money to continue funding this program. There are already more than 771,000 people experiencing homelessness across the United States. But President Trump and Republicans’ plan is to choke off funding for programs that have been proven to help provide vulnerable people with stable housing for years, while delaying grants to nonprofits, faith-based organizations and local governments who help get people housed to next spring. “The administration should be focused on addressing their cost-of-living crisis that has made housing so unaffordable, not targeting vulnerable people and making the homelessness crisis worse.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://fry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1007,Congressman Fry Secures Federal Funding for Cheraw Fire Station and Lake View Police Department,2025-11-17,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Russell Fry,F000478,fry.house.gov,fry,https://fry.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Russell Fry (SC-07) today announced that $2.65 million in federal funding has been secured for two critical public safety projects in South Carolina’s Seventh Congressional District — including $2,487,375 million for the Cheraw Fire Station Replacement Project and $150,000 for upgrades to the Lake View Police Department. The Cheraw Fire Station Replacement Project will receive around $2.5 million to design and construct a modern, fully equipped fire station to serve the Town of Cheraw and the surrounding area. The new facility will expand emergency response capabilities within a five-mile service radius — home to more than 3,500 manufacturing workers — and will include properly sized bays, live fire training space, and accommodations for female firefighters. The Lake View Police Department Upgrades Project will receive $150,000 to renovate and modernize the department’s facility, which currently faces significant safety concerns, including water damage, mold, and deteriorating infrastructure. The upgrades will include roof replacement, mold mitigation, new steel security doors, evidence room improvements, and installation of safety/privacy glass in the public lobby — ensuring officers can operate safely and professionally while protecting the community. “These investments in Cheraw and Lake View will ensure our first responders have the tools and resources they need to serve the Seventh District of South Carolina,” said Congressman Fry. “Strengthening public safety will always be one of my top priorities, and I’ll always back the men and women who risk their lives to keep the Seventh District safe.” “Improved public safety continues to be one of my top priorities and is a primary responsibility of any local government,” said Cheraw Mayor David Byrd. “This funding will help ensure that Cheraw can continue to provide top notch fire response for the Town and our surrounding industrial job creators. We greatly appreciate Congressman Fry’s work delivering this for us.” “This critical funding will help to replace our current outdated and undersized fire station and will help to ensure we can meet the growing needs of our community,”said Cheraw Fire Chief Marvin Murray. “Moving forward with this project will allow us to accommodate the equipment and training we need and will greatly benefit the Cheraw area for many years.” “We are deeply grateful to Congressman Fry for his commitment and support in securing the funding needed to restore and renovate our Lake View Police Department,” said Lake View Mayor David Suggs. “This investment not only strengthens our public safety but also reaffirms the value of partnership between local and federal leadership. Our officers will soon return to a facility they can once again take pride in. I would also like to commend our Municipal Clerk & Treasurer, Amanda Garris, whose professionalism and eloquent preparation of the funding request were instrumental in helping this project come to implementation.” “On behalf of the entire Lake View Police Department, I extend my deepest gratitude to Congressman Fry for securing the funding to repair and renovate our police headquarters,” said Lake View Police Chief James Smith. “After being displaced for the past two years, this support means more than just a building — it restores our foundation, our morale, and our ability to better serve and protect the Community we’re proud to call home.” The funding was secured as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 federal appropriations process. It was included in FY2026 Agriculture Appropriations Act — part of the Continuing Resolution — which passed the House on November 12th, 2025 and was then signed into law by President Trump.",1,2026-04-07T05:38:05Z,2026-04-07T05:39:14Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/two-additional-women-report-alleged-abuse-patrick-bryant-congresswoman-nancy,"Two Additional Women Report Alleged Abuse By Patrick Bryant, Congresswoman Nancy Mace Urges Victims To Come Forward",2025-11-15,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Nov. 15, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace's office confirmed today that two additional women have come forward to report alleged abuse by Patrick Bryant, bringing renewed urgency to ongoing investigations and the need for potential victims to seek help. ""I don't know what's worse: Finding all this evidence or turning in a loved one,"" said Congresswoman Mace in a video statement released today. ""Each new allegation, more disturbing than the last."" The allegations against Bryant include purported child sexual exploitation material, multiple rape accusations, and hidden cameras used to film women without their knowledge or consent. ""Patrick Bryant and his attorneys continue to harass his victims for doing what's right,"" Mace continued. ""I WILL NOT be silenced. I will fight for you."" Call to Action for Victims and Witnesses Congresswoman Mace is urging anyone who believes they may have been victimized by Patrick Bryant or who has information relevant to ongoing investigations to come forward immediately. Individuals can reach out to Congresswoman Mace's official federal office at: mace.house.gov/contact The office will: Provide victims contact information for law enforcement investigators, including SLED (South Carolina Law Enforcement Division) - if they wish to report it to the appropriate authorities Connect victims with appropriate resources and support services Handle all communications discreetly and with the utmost sensitivity ""If you have information, come forward. We will protect you,"" said Mace. Since uncovering evidence related to these allegations, Congresswoman Mace has drafted more than a dozen bills aimed at protecting women and children from sexual exploitation and abuse. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://clyburn.house.gov/i-voted-no-on-the-republicans-government-funding-bill-heres-why/,I voted no on the Republicans’ government funding bill. Here’s why.,2025-11-13,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,SC,James E. Clyburn,C000537,clyburn.house.gov,clyburn,https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"Friends— I just came off the House floor, and I voted No on the Republicans’ government funding bill. The government shut down in the first place because Republicans refused to work with Democrats to prevent health care premiums for nearly 20 million Americans from soaring next year. This shouldn’t be a partisan issue. Just as many Republicans as Democrats—if not more—rely on the Affordable Care Act for coverage. We were fighting for all Americans who will be harmed when these premiums rise, but Republicans refused to budge. The Right was willing to put the country through unnecessary pain before lifting a finger to help the American people afford health care—including their own supporters. They actually sought to make the pain worse. We saw that when SNAP funding ran dry and the Trump administration went to court to block the use of a backup fund to help Americans buy food. We saw it again when, even as federal employees went without pay, they tried to lay off more workers. I will not reward Republicans with my vote for betraying millions of Americans, forcing them to pay skyrocketing premiums or lose health coverage altogether. The shutdown may be over, but Democrats’ fight to make health care accessible and affordable for all continues. We’ll keep raising awareness, sharing people’s stories, and working with any Republican who believes—as we do—that millions of Americans shouldn’t see their health care premiums double in January, especially when so many families are already struggling with high costs. Is our health care system affordable for everyone? Of course not—and no Democrat is claiming it is. But it’s been Democrats who have consistently offered solutions to bring costs down: empowering Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices, capping insulin costs, and more. Republicans have opposed these measures time and again. And when Republicans are in charge, they have no plan at all. Earlier this year, they passed a bill that will strip health insurance from 10 million people, and their inaction on these premium increases will cause more than 4 million more to lose coverage. The bottom line is this: Democrats are fighting to prevent HealthCare.gov premium costs from rising. Republicans did not join us. The Right was willing to inflict harm on everyday Americans rather than work with us to protect people’s coverage. My Democratic colleagues and I will continue fighting to prevent Obamacare premiums from increasing and to make health care in this country more affordable. I hope Republicans will join us in that effort. Sincerely, Jim",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-votes-yes-reopen-government-after-schumer-shutdown,Rep. Nancy Mace Votes Yes To Reopen Government After Schumer Shutdown,2025-11-12,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Nov. 12, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) today released the following statement after voting to reopen the government and end the Schumer Shutdown: “After 43 days of the Schumer Shutdown, the government can finally take care of our troops and others in need. We voted YES on the continuing resolution endorsed by President Trump to get our troops paid, federal employees back to work, and America back on track. “Democrats dragged the country through a record shutdown and are now grasping at straws to hide the devastating consequences in their own party. Once again, they’ve proven they’ll always choose party over country. President Trump ended the Schumer Shutdown and with it, Chuck Schumer’s career.” ### For press inquiries, please contact Carlie Baker at SC01Press@mail.house.gov",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-urges-more-whistleblowers-come-forward-after-learning-she-was,Rep. Nancy Mace Urges More Whistleblowers To Come Forward After Learning She Was Allegedly Targeted By TSA And Charleston Airport,2025-11-11,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Nov. 11, 2025) – Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) called on additional whistleblowers to come forward after receiving credible information she was allegedly subjected to inappropriate surveillance and targeting by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Charleston International Airport security personnel (CHS). According to information provided by current and former airport employees Rep. Mace was allegedly: Subjected to mandatory surveillance by airport security personnel every time she was present at CHS Targeted by TSA officials who allegedly attempted to or wanted to revoke her TSA status Targeted by TSA officials who wanted her blocked from using the Known Crewmember (KCM) checkpoint as is standard operating procedure for all Members of Congress Separately, current and former airport employees were allegedly punished or retaliated against for speaking out about other alleged security issues, breaches, and abuses. ""This appears to be yet another example of the weaponization of government agencies against a conservative,"" said Rep. Mace. ""If these allegations are true, it represents a disturbing abuse of power and a clear case of political retaliation. No American - let alone a sitting Member of Congress - should be subjected to this kind of targeted harassment simply for doing their job and standing up for their constituents. But this isn’t just about me, I am also deeply concerned about the alleged targeting of airport employees who speak up and are retaliated against."" Rep. Mace is calling on any current or former TSA employees, airport security personnel, airport employees, or other individuals with knowledge of this alleged targeting - or similar incidents - to come forward with information. Whistleblowers may contact Rep. Mace's office through the following secure channel: mace.house.gov/contact ""I want to assure any potential whistleblowers that your information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and seriousness,"" Rep. Mace continued. ""People deserve to know if their government is abusing its authority to target political opponents and private citizens."" Rep. Mace indicated she will refer this matter to all appropriate federal and state oversight committees and inspectors general for investigation. Rep. Mace will also be contacting law enforcement agencies about any potential laws that may have been broken and will pursue this to the fullest extent of the law. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-thanks-capitol-police-and-charleston-police-department-full,Rep. Nancy Mace Thanks Capitol Police And Charleston Police Department For Full-Time Security Detail At Federal Office,2025-11-10,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C. (Nov. 10, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) today thanked the City of Charleston Police Department and U.S. Capitol Police for providing her federal office in Charleston with a full-time security detail following the Charleston Airport incident. The House of Representatives security resources remain limited with protections typically reserved for top leadership only, despite numerous members facing significant, credible threats. Rep. Mace receives over 1,300 credible threats annually. The publicity of airport-gate immediately prompted the Capitol Police to jump in and work with local law enforcement to immediately assist the Congresswoman. ""I am deeply grateful to the City of Charleston Police Department and Capitol Police for stepping up and to provide the protection our office needs,"" said Rep. Nancy Mace. ""Apparently, it took an airport falsifying police reports and retaliating against a Member of Congress to wake everyone up to the reality of the threats we face daily. I pray no one else gets hurt or killed due to today’s politically violent environment."" The enhanced security measures come after Rep. Mace is preparing a lawsuit against Charleston International Airport and American Airlines for allegedly fabricating incident reports and subsequently retaliating by suspending security services for all other elected officials. ""With over 1,300 credible threats per year, this protection is not a luxury, it's a necessity,"" Mace continued. ""I shouldn't have to sue an airport and expose their lies to get the security detail I've requested for years, but I am eternally grateful today for the swift assistance from law enforcement!"" Rep. Mace expressed particular gratitude to Charleston's law enforcement community, many of whom volunteered to assist her at her office before this official detail was approved. ""The men and women of the Charleston Police Department and Capitol Police put their lives on the line every day to protect public servants and citizens alike,"" stated Mace. ""Their professionalism stands in stark contrast to what we witnessed in one or two bad apples at the airport. I am honored by their service and grateful for their protection."" ""Law enforcement officers understand duty and integrity,"" Mace added. ""I'm thankful to work with the best at Charleston PD and the Capitol Police."" SECURITY THREATS AGAINST REP. NANCY MACE To date, Congresswoman Mace has had many serious security incidents and credible death threats, to include but not limited to: Over 1,300 credible threats per year Rep. Mace and President Trump have the same guy in jail behind bars without bail for death threats Rep. Mace has a trans person in Greenville County jail for death threat(s) Rep. Mace was assaulted at the Capitol and received a wrist and rotator cuff injury Her home was spray painted Her home has been broken into Her home was vandalized (again) in 2023 Her vehicle has been keyed twice A few weeks ago she was followed home from her Charleston office Shortly after this incident, one of her employees was followed out of their office parking lot 5 of her employees have had 10 flat tires in the last 90 days; the majority of which are miraculously due to “broken” valves; one had a blade inserted Multiple individuals have shown up to her office unannounced and behaving erratically over the years Charleston Airport released security footage of her employee’s vehicle and the Congresswoman’s drop off location details further impeding her safety when traveling through Charleston South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson released footage of her personally owned vehicle and further impeding her safety Most blue state prosecutors will not arrest, or charge, let alone prosecute credible threats against the Congresswoman even though these predators are breaking federal and state laws GRAPHIC: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-calls-on-republicans-to-end-government-shutdown/,Clyburn Calls on Republicans to End Government Shutdown,2025-10-30,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,SC,James E. Clyburn,C000537,clyburn.house.gov,clyburn,https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"Clyburn Cites Looming Crisis with Air Traffic Controllers Working Without Pay; GOP is Pitting Workers’ Pay Against Americans’ Health Care and Hunger WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies, released the following statement calling for the Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans to end to the government shutdown: “The Trump Administration and Congressional Republicans have shown a reckless disregard for hardworking American families and federal workers amid this government shutdown. “Whatever talking points Republicans may be reciting today, our 10,000+ air traffic controllers deserve better than the treatment they are getting under unified Republican control of Washington. Following the Trump executive order on March 27 canceling collective bargaining agreements at several other federal agencies—which was the largest single action of union-busting in American history, air traffic controllers and other aviation safety professionals are under threat. In spite of its claims that they are putting American workers first, the Trump Administration has done the complete opposite. “The ongoing government shutdown is causing additional pain and uncertainty as air traffic controllers and other federal employees are showing up each day without pay to continue ensuring the safety and reliability of air travel. With crises looming in air travel, health care, and hunger, my Republican colleagues must finally come to the table to negotiate a resolution to all of them. “If we are serious about protecting these essential workers and maintaining the safety and integrity of our nation’s skies, I call on my colleagues to end this Republican-led shutdown.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-nancy-mace-wins-financial-sanctions-court-today-fictitious,Representative Nancy Mace Wins Financial Sanctions In Court Today For Fictitious Lawsuit Created By Attorney Barrett Brewer And His Client Patrick Bryant,2025-10-30,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLESTON, S.C., October 30, 2025 — Today, the Charleston County Court of Common Pleas issued a final sanctions order against Patrick Bryant’s company, GLT2, LLC, and attorney Barrett Brewer after finding they violated South Carolina state law to target Congresswoman Nancy Mace. In its 26-page ruling, the court determined Brewer and his client, Bryant, used shell companies GLT1 LLC and GLT2 LLC to secretly subpoena and depose individuals without court approval, actions the court called “wholly inconsistent” with South Carolina’s civil procedure rules. “Today’s ruling sends a clear message: no one is above the law,” said Congresswoman Mace. “This was an outrageous case of lawfare by individuals trying to weaponize the courts against a sitting member of Congress and rape victim Jane Doe. We stood our ground, We fought back, and justice was served cold. They earned all of it and then some. They will get everything coming to them and I will not feel an ounce of pity or pain for what they’ve done.” According to the Court, Brewer’s filings were purposely deficient and misleading, deliberately concealing Rep. Mace as the true subject of a proceeding and violating South Carolina’s requirement to name adverse parties. The order described his actions as “without regard for the requirements of Rule 27 and Rule 11,” the state’s rules for lawful pre-suit discovery and attorney ethics. The Honorable T.J. Rode concluded the sanctions were warranted “to deter future litigation abuse” and to ensure accountability for those who “knowingly filed a deficient petition and issued various subpoenas for depositions which had not been sanctioned or ordered by the Court.” Congresswoman Mace was represented by attorneys Robert Wyndam and Mary Grace Wyndam of the Wyndam Law Firm. “Sanctions are extremely rare, they’re reserved for the most serious misconduct,” said Congresswoman Mace. “The court made clear this wasn’t a mistake. This was a deliberate abuse of power. This was lawfare. This was weaponization.” The Court’s order also requires Brewer to deliver all witness affidavits, statements, and deposition materials obtained through his unlawful subpoenas to Rep. Mace’s counsel within fifteen days. In addition, the Court ordered Brewer and his firm to pay attorney’s fees to both Congresswoman Mace’s legal team and to Jane Doe’s counsel, a combined total of $48,456.74. READ THE FULL COURT ORDER HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/wilson-cohen-introduce-resolution-supporting-international-day-political,"Wilson, Cohen to Introduce Resolution Supporting International Day of Political Prisoners",2025-10-30,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Joe Wilson,W000795,joewilson.house.gov,joewilson,https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congressmen Joe Wilson (R-SC), Co-Chairman of the Helsinki Commission, and Steve Cohen (D-TN), the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly’s Special Representative on Political Prisoners, will introduce on Friday a House resolution supporting the designation of October 30 – today – as the International Day of Political Prisoners. “The resolution reads: “Whereas there are an estimated 1,000,000 political prisoners across the world, including cases of journalists, academics, political opposition activists, dissidents, antiwar campaigners, and human rights defenders being detained, arrested, imprisoned, convicted, and otherwise punished for political motives without connection to any credible offense; “Whereas authoritarian and repressive regimes around the world, including the Republic of Belarus, the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of Cuba, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of the Union of Burma, the Russian Federation, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, have engaged in systematic imprisonment of independent voices; “Whereas, in 2024 and 2025, the United States Government, through bilateral and multilateral negotiations, secured the release of several dozen political prisoners from the Republic of Belarus, the Russian Federation, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela; “Whereas, on October 30, 1974, Ukrainian and Russian prisoners of conscience in the Soviet Gulag initiated the tradition of marking the annual Day of Political Prisoners in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) to draw public attention to the plight of those imprisoned for their political or religious beliefs and to express solidarity with them; and “Whereas, in subsequent years, the Day of Political Prisoners on October 30 was marked by hunger strikes by prisoners inside the Soviet Gulag and by public demonstrations of solidarity in cities across the USSR: Now, therefore, be it “Resolved, That the House of Representatives— deplores all forms of political repression and imprisonment and conveys its unwavering solidarity with all those imprisoned around the world for peacefully expressing their political or religious beliefs; supports efforts by the United States Government to condemn political imprisonment, hold accountable those regimes responsible for persecuting and imprisoning dissenters, raise international awareness of political prisoners, and secure their release through bilateral and multilateral negotiations with other states, and urges it to continue such efforts in the future; and supports the designation of an ‘International Day of Political Prisoners’ in the United States.” # # #",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:14Z https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/turkiye-caucus-statement-celebrating-turkish-national-day,Türkiye Caucus Statement Celebrating Turkish National Day,2025-10-29,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Joe Wilson,W000795,joewilson.house.gov,joewilson,https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. - Congressmen Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Steve Cohen (D-TN), the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Caucus on U.S.-Türkiye Relations and Turkish Americans issued the following statement: ""As Co-Chairs of the Congressional Caucus on U.S.-Türkiye Relations and Turkish Americans, we join millions around the world in celebrating the 102nd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye. Since its establishment in 1923, Türkiye has played a pivotal role as a bridge between continents, cultures, and global alliances. We fondly remember Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founding father of the Republic of Türkiye, and one of the great leaders of the 20th century. The United States and Türkiye have long shared a relationship grounded in mutual strategic interests, robust economic ties, and a shared commitment to regional security and prosperity. Türkiye’s contributions to the Gaza peace plan and progress in Syria are the most recent examples of its role in advancing regional stability. As NATO allies, our cooperation remains essential to addressing the complex challenges facing our world today — from counterterrorism and energy security to trade and global stability. Equally important are the strong people-to-people connections that bind our two nations. The vibrant and successful Turkish American community continues to enrich the fabric of American society, contributing in countless ways to our economy, culture, science, and public life. Their achievements exemplify the enduring friendship between our countries and the promise of our continued partnership. On this Republic Day, we honor Türkiye’s progress over the past 102 years and reaffirm our commitment to continue to work on strengthening the political, strategic, and economic dimensions of the U.S.-Turkish relationship. We extend our warmest congratulations to the people of Türkiye and Turkish Americans across the United States as they celebrate this historic milestone."" ###",1,2026-06-16T06:53:21Z,2026-06-16T06:55:02Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-secures-ban-cruel-animal-testing-ndaa,Rep. Nancy Mace Secures Ban On Cruel Animal Testing In NDAA,2025-10-29,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C., October 29, 2025 — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced the House-passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 includes her provisions to prohibit the Department of War (DoW) from conducting painful and unnecessary testing on cats and dogs and other forms of animal testing. The legislation delivers three critical reforms: Temporarily Prohibits Painful Animal Testing: Permanently bans the DoW from using taxpayer dollars to conduct painful research on cats and dogs. Blocks Funding for Adversarial Research Facilities: Prohibits DoW funds from supporting animal research facilities in FY26 located in, or owned or controlled by, countries of concern including China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia. Prohibits Gain-of-Function Research: Bars the DoW from funding any gain-of-function research in FY26 on potential pandemic pathogens. “There’s no excuse for painful experiments on pets, and absolutely no reason U.S. tax dollars should flow to research facilities run by our adversaries,” said Congresswoman Mace. “These provisions are about protecting animals, protecting taxpayers, and protecting our values. This is a commonsense, bipartisan step toward ending unnecessary animal suffering.” Rep. Mace has consistently championed reforms to reduce animal testing across federal agencies, pushing for modern, humane alternatives to outdated practices. The inclusion of these provisions in the NDAA builds on her broader efforts to ensure the federal government pursues innovation without cruelty. This includes leading legislation such as the PAAW Act (Preventing Animal Abuse and Waste Act), Violet’s Law, the TRANS MICE Act, and efforts to ban mink farming. She has also chaired high-profile hearings such as “Transgender Lab Rats and Poisoned Puppies: Oversight of Taxpayer-Funded Animal Cruelty” to hold federal agencies accountable for cruel and wasteful research practices. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/democrats-forced-shutdown-appease-radical-left,Democrats Forced a Shutdown to Appease the Radical Left,2025-10-28,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Sheri Biggs,B001325,sheribiggs.house.gov,sheribiggs,https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – The federal government entered a shutdown today after Democrat leaders in Washington rejected a clean, commonsense funding extension supported by President Trump, Congresswoman Sheri Biggs, and House Republicans. The legislation, known as a Continuing Resolution, would have kept the government open through November 21st, ensured pay for our troops and border agents, protected veterans' programs, and allowed critical services to continue for South Carolina families. Instead, Democrats walked away from the deal and demanded nearly $1.5 trillion in radical left-wing spending: including funding for DEI programs overseas, healthcare for illegal immigrants, and cuts to rural hospitals. ""This is a Democrat Shutdown, plain and simple. President Trump, my Republicans colleagues, and I stood together to keep the government open for the American people,"" said Congresswoman Sheri Biggs. ""Democrats chose to shut it down over their woke wishlist and for political games. Meanwhile, our troops, border agents, veterans, and families are left to suffer. It’s shameful, and the people of South Carolina deserve better."" The continuing resolution rejected by Democrats was virtually identical to short-term funding bills they supported thirteen times under the Biden Administration. Their refusal to support the same type of extension now shows a dangerous level of partisanship aimed at undermining progress and causing chaos. Congresswoman Biggs remains committed to working with her Republican colleagues and President Trump to deliver real solutions, not political stunts, for South Carolina’s Third District and the nation.",1,2026-04-24T05:51:25Z,2026-04-24T05:53:00Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-helps-secure-12-million-federal-grant-improve-infrastructure,Rep. Nancy Mace Helps Secure $1.2 Million Federal Grant To Improve Infrastructure In Moncks Corner,2025-10-27,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 27, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) announced the town of Moncks Corner has been awarded a $1.2 million federal grant through the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), funded by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) allocated through the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT). Mace’s office worked with SCDOT and the town of Moncks Corner, including submitting a congressional letter of support. The funding will advance a key infrastructure project designed to improve pedestrian safety, connectivity and access throughout Moncks Corner. The project will establish a safe mobility corridor linking several neighborhoods to major destinations, including Old Santee Canal Park, Moncks Corner Elementary School, Roper Hospital and local businesses, ensuring residents, students, and visitors can travel more safely and efficiently. This grant not only strengthens local infrastructure but also supports the Lowcountry economy. “When Moncks Corner needed help making its streets safer, we delivered,” said Congresswoman Mace. “South Carolina is the fourth fastest-growing state in America, and investing in infrastructure isn’t optional—it’s essential. This $1.2 million grant is part of more than $400 million in federal infrastructure funding we’ve secured for the Lowcountry over the past two years—a major win for South Carolinians.” Moncks Corner Mayor Thomas J. Hamilton Jr. praised Congresswoman Mace’s support in the statement below: “We’re incredibly grateful for the support of Congresswoman Mace for investing in Moncks Corner’s future. This grant helps us take a meaningful step toward improving pedestrian safety and connectivity for our residents—especially our students, families and seniors. It’s projects like this that enhance the quality of life in our community, and we’re excited to see it move forward.” The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) provides federal funding for local projects which improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians and bicyclists. It supports efforts such as building sidewalks, bike paths and trails, improving access to public transportation, enhancing mobility and creating safer routes for students traveling to and from school. Rep. Mace’s Letter of Support: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/wilson-leads-bipartisan-delegation-introducing-repo-implementation-act,Wilson Leads Bipartisan Delegation Introducing REPO Implementation Act,2025-10-24,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Joe Wilson,W000795,joewilson.house.gov,joewilson,https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, Marcy Kaptur (D-OH), Tom Kean (R-NJ), and Steve Cohen (D-TN) introduced the REPO Implementation Act of 2025. This bipartisan legislation builds off the REPO law of last Congress by repurposing a sizeable subset of the frozen Russian sovereign assets for Ukraine on a regular, set, timetable. REPO 2.0 jumpstarts the process of transferring assets to Ukraine, providing a way forward for allies to finally implement this common sense measure to make Russia pay for its war. “War criminal Putin chose to invade Ukraine. Despite losing his war, he continues mass murder and destruction while abducting and erasing identities of Ukrainian children. I was grateful to be among the first supporters of the original REPO Act, and I am grateful to sponsor the REPO Implementation Act of 2025 to ensure that Putin’s own money is used to help Ukraine defend itself against Russian aggression,” said Rep. Wilson. “Last year, Congress overwhelmingly passed the Rebuilding Economic Prosperity and Opportunity (REPO) for Ukrainians Act to ensure that Russia alone is held responsible for the death and destruction that Dictator Putin has forced upon the free people of Ukraine,” said Rep. Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair and Co-Founder of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus. “While that step was an essential one, which we took along with our other allies for Liberty, more can be done. Today, Congress follows through on the promise of the REPO Act and ups the pressure on Putin’s Russia to come to the table for peace with the introduction of this new bipartisan legislation. Together, we will push Russia’s bloody incursion back across their own borders and rebuild Ukraine so that it can take its long-sought place among the free democratic nations in Europe.” “Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine continues to inflict tremendous suffering on the Ukrainian people. By repurposing frozen Russian sovereign assets in the United States, we can ensure that Russia bears the cost of Putin's aggression. The REPO Implementation Act establishes a clear framework to provide Ukraine with consistent investments from the United States and encourages our G7 allies to do the same. Together, these efforts will help Ukraine sustain its defense and sovereignty, rebuild what Putin’s forces have destroyed, and strengthen Europe’s collective security,” said Rep. Kean. “Vladimir Putin put his corrupt money in the United States and Europe, and we froze it. The REPO for Ukrainians Act was a major accomplishment last year, and we must continue this progress with the REPO Implementation Act. This bill ensures that this blood money will now be put to good use supporting the Ukrainians who Putin has attacked. This is a matter of basic justice—the aggressor must pay for his aggression,” said Rep. Cohen. A copy of the full text is available here.",1,2026-06-10T06:36:00Z,2026-06-10T06:37:32Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3280,Democrats Say The Quiet Part Out Loud,2025-10-22,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C. — It’s day 22 of the government shutdown and the second-highest ranking Democratic Member of the House of Representatives openly admitted to using the suffering of the American people as political leverage. In an interview with Fox News, Democrat Whip Katherine Clark said: ""Of course there will be families that are going to suffer... but it is one of the few leverage times we have."" “Democrat Whip Katherine Clark admitted what we all knew — Democrats are fine with Americans suffering if it gives them leverage for their radical political demands to give healthcare for illegal aliens, support LGBT programs in foreign countries, and add on $1.5 trillion in spending,” said Congressman Norman. “House Republicans passed a clean bill to keep the government open and pay our troops. It’s time for Democrats to stop playing politics and put the American people first.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:10:06Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-issues-statement-charges-against-judge-gosnell,Rep. Nancy Mace Issues Statement On Charges Against Judge Gosnell,2025-10-21,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 21, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) released the following statement on the charges against Judge Gosnell: “Not only are these charges horrific, they expose a deep and dangerous failure within South Carolina’s judicial system. We fully support the death penalty for anyone who rapes children. No one, not even a judge, is above the law.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-torches-democrats-holding-america-hostage-their-political,Rep. Nancy Mace Torches Democrats For Holding America Hostage To Their Political Meltdown,2025-10-20,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 20, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) says it’s time for Democrats to stop the theatrics and start governing. Today marks day 20 of the federal government shutdown, making it the third longest in U.S. history, yet Democrats refuse to end their political tantrum. Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) released the following statement as the Schumer Shutdown enters its fourth week: “Day 20 of the government shutdown. “What the Democrats want to do is, they want to put African locusts ahead of paying our troops. They want more than two million dollars to pay for insects in Africa. They want LGBTQ, alphabet soup, millions to go to those people, again, in the continent of Africa. They want QT stuff in Honduras, feminine democracy, it has nothing to do with America. “In the meantime, what they’ve done is put our troop pay at risk. We have 34,000 troops here in South Carolina whose pay is at risk on November 1st. Thank God Donald Trump found some money to pay our troops on the 15th. I don’t know if he will be able to come up with that on the 1st, but they’re putting all these foreign insects even and LGBTQ stuff ahead of getting our troops paid, which, we’re also risking 25,000 federal employees getting furloughed, as well as our troops not getting paid November 1st. “It’s so un-American, what’s happening today in this country. “And just so you’re aware, if our troops aren’t getting paid, I’m not getting paid.” stated Congresswoman Mace. See the full clip of Congresswoman Mace delivering this statement HERE. As Democrats hold the government hostage, here’s the ransom they’re demanding: $24.6 million for “climate resilience” projects in Honduras $13.4 million for “civic engagement” initiatives in Zimbabwe $3.9 million for LGBTQI+ democracy grants in the Balkans $2.3 million for “desert locust reduction” in Africa with a “gender equality” focus $2 million for “organizing for feminist democratic principles” in Africa $400 million per year for global climate projects, including a “Blue-Green Bank” in Barbados $2.7 million to advance “inclusive democracy” in South Africa $4 million for the “New Alliance for Global Equality” to expand global LGBTQI+ awareness $45 million for the Pan American Health Organization, accused of forced labor and human trafficking $75 million annually for United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), which promotes divisive global agendas and anti-Israel bias $107 million for the International Labor Organization (ILO), which works to unionize foreign workers and punish U.S. corporate interests abroad $29 million for the World Trade Organization, long enabling China’s trade abuses Nearly $300 million each year for Somalia peacekeeping operations Unlimited taxpayer funds for free healthcare for illegal aliens In solidarity with South Carolina’s servicemembers, Congresswoman Mace continues to refuse her own paycheck during the government shutdown, emphasizing members of Congress should not be paid while America’s troops go without. Congresswoman Mace sent a letter to South Carolina financial institutions urging them to protect military families from penalties, fees, or foreclosures during the ongoing shutdown. Our office will remain open during the shutdown. Please reach out at Mace.House.Gov/Contact. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3275,Congressman Norman Condemns Mecklenburg Judge’s Decision to Free Accused Accomplice in Mary Collins Murder Case,2025-10-20,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"ROCK HILL, S.C. — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) issued the following statement after a Mecklenburg County judge refused to revoke the bond of America Diehl, an accused accomplice in the 2020 murder of Mary Collins, who was brutally murdered. Diehl, a violent criminal, is now back on the streets of York County, South Carolina, as she awaits trial. “Mary’s family has endured unthinkable pain,” said Congressman Norman. “Yet this judge let a violent offender remain free, proof of how liberal, soft-on-crime policies fail victims and endanger communities.” In 2020, 20-year-old Mary Collins was lured to a Charlotte apartment by people she thought were friends, then stabbed more than 130 times and wrapped in plastic. Her murder shocked the community and prompted widespread calls for justice. Norman met Collins’ grandmother, Mia Alderman, during a Judiciary Committee field hearing in Charlotte, where she shared her fight for justice reform.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:10:06Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3269,Congressman Norman Ranked Among Most Aligned with President Trump,2025-10-16,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) has been recognized as one of the members of Congress most closely aligned with President Donald Trump’s policies, according to the new GOPScorecard.com. Congressman Norman’s score of 95.33% ranks highest among South Carolina’s congressional delegation. “President Trump is leading our country with strength and common sense — and I’m proud to stand with him,” said Congressman Norman. “We’re securing the border, rebuilding the economy, and restoring American energy dominance. The America First agenda is working, and I’ll keep backing the President every step of the way.” The new scorecard tracks how often lawmakers support President Trump’s policy agenda, updating a version originally popularized by FiveThirtyEight.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:10:06Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/500k-grant-backed-rep-mace-strengthens-survivor-services-lowcountry,$500k Grant Backed By Rep. Mace Strengthens Survivor Services In The Lowcountry,2025-10-15,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 15, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced Hopeful Horizons in Beaufort, South Carolina, will receive a $500,000 grant from the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Office on Violence Against Women to strengthen services for survivors. This funding, awarded through the DOJ’s Legal Assistance for Victims (LAV) Grant Program, will expand free civil legal services for survivors across Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties. With this grant, Hopeful Horizons will add one full-time and one part-time attorney, along with two full-time court advocate paralegals, to provide life-saving representation and safety planning for victims. Rep. Mace’s office worked closely with Hopeful Horizons and the DOJ throughout the process, including providing a letter of support for the grant application to highlight the urgent need for survivor services in the Lowcountry. Without this support, many victims would continue to face overwhelming barriers to justice and safety. “This issue is deeply personal. As a survivor of rape and sexual assault, justice and safety for victims must never be negotiable,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Far too often, survivors are left without the legal resources they need to protect themselves, safeguard their families, and reclaim their lives. Hopeful Horizons has been a steadfast lifeline in the Lowcountry, walking alongside survivors in their most difficult moments. This grant ensures victims will not be left to face those battles alone. They’ll have attorneys and advocates in their corner every step of the way.” Kristin Dubrowski, Chief Executive Officer of Hopeful Horizons, praised Congresswoman Mace’s support in the statement below: “The Legal Assistance for Victims grant program provides critical funding for Hopeful Horizons’ pro-bono civil legal services for victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in the Southern Lowcountry,” said Dubrowski. “Hopeful Horizons’ Legal Program helps more than 200 people each year obtain additional safety measures and support that they would otherwise not be able to access. We are grateful to Representative Mace and her team for their support of this essential program.” “Justice is not a privilege reserved for a few; it is a fundamental right owed to every survivor,” added Congresswoman Mace. “We are committed to equipping survivors with the resources they need to achieve safety, stability, and hope for the future.” Rep. Mace’s Letter of Support: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-issues-statement-charlie-kirk-receiving-presidential-medal,Rep. Nancy Mace Issues Statement On Charlie Kirk Receiving The Presidential Medal Of Freedom,2025-10-15,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., October 15, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) released the following statement on President Donald Trump awarding Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom: “The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award in the United States, and there is no one more deserving than Charlie Kirk. “Charlie dedicated his life to the values making America strong: faith, freedom, and courage. He gave a generation of young people the confidence to live their beliefs out loud and never apologize for standing up for what is right. He inspired millions, led countless souls to Christ, and never flinched in his defense of free speech and the First Amendment. “This award is more than a recognition of Charlie’s work. It is a symbol of the movement he built and the values he stood for. His legacy lives on in every young American inspired by his faith and love of freedom. Happy first Heavenly birthday, Charlie Kirk.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-supported-387-million-grant-awarded-uscb,Rep. Nancy Mace Supported $3.87 Million Grant Awarded To USCB,2025-10-09,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 9, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) announced the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) has been awarded $3.87 million over four years through the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) Nursing Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention (NEPQR) Workforce Expansion Program Grant. The funding will support USCB’s Lowcountry IMPACT project, which addresses South Carolina’s nursing shortage, a challenge felt across the Lowcountry. The program provides stipends, strong support services, and a 12-month transition program to prepare graduates for success and keep more nurses serving in the Lowcountry. According to the National Center for Health Workforce Analysis, South Carolina is projected to face a 19% shortage of registered nurses by 2037, which is nearly 11,900 nurses. Investments like USCB’s grant are critical to closing this gap, ensuring families have access to quality care and nurses have the support they need. “This grant is a significant victory for the Lowcountry and for the future of our nursing workforce,” said Congresswoman Mace. “South Carolina faces a growing shortage of nurses, and this grant provides the resources, training, and long-term support needed to keep more nurses on the frontlines of care. Strengthening our healthcare workforce is essential to ensuring families across the Lowcountry have access to quality care and to building a healthier, stronger future for our state.” USCB leadership echoed the importance of this investment. “We are beyond excited! The grant brings in $3.87 million over four years. As always, we are appreciative of Rep. Mace and team for their support of USCB,” said Dr. Dudas, Interim Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Rep. Mace’s office supported this application and worked closely with HRSA & USCB, including submitting a letter of support to HRSA on behalf of USCB, underscoring the university’s strong record in nursing education, including a 100% NCLEX-RN pass rate. See the Letter of Support below: ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-urges-financial-institutions-stand-servicemembers-democrats,Rep. Nancy Mace Urges Financial Institutions To Stand With Servicemembers As Democrats Hold Troop Pay Hostage,2025-10-09,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., October 9, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) is calling on South Carolina banks and credit unions to take immediate steps to protect military families and servicemembers from financial penalties during the ongoing government shutdown. If Senate Democrats fail to act by October 15, servicemembers nationwide, including approximately 34,000 in South Carolina, will miss their next paycheck. While our troops continue to show up for duty, the Schumer Shutdown has left their families facing financial uncertainty. In a letter to the South Carolina Bankers Association, the Carolinas Credit Union League, the Independent Banks of South Carolina, and the Mortgage Bankers Association of the Carolinas, Congresswoman Mace is urging financial institutions in South Carolina not to penalize our military families for a government shutdown beyond their control. Specifically, Congresswoman Mace is asking banks and credit unions not to impose late fees or penalties, or to foreclose on the homes or repossess the vehicles or assets of our servicemembers. “In six days, our troops will miss a paycheck because Senate Democrats continue to put illegal aliens ahead of the American people,” said Mace. “South Carolina is home to nearly 34,000 active-duty servicemembers and their families. They put their lives on the line for our freedom, and they should never have to worry about missing a paycheck or losing their home because of the Left’s political games in Washington.” House Republicans already passed a clean continuing resolution, the same kind Democrats supported 13 times during the Biden administration, to keep the government open and ensure our troops are paid. Instead of working across the aisle, Senate Democrats blocked the measure to push a $1.5 trillion ransom note on taxpayers, a partisan grab bag packed with far-Left demands unrelated to funding the government. In the letter, Congresswoman Mace reaffirmed her commitment to reopening the government as quickly as possible and ensuring those who serve our nation are paid on time and treated with the respect they deserve. Congresswoman Mace’s full statement on forgoing her congressional salary until the government is reopened and military pay is restored HERE. Read Mace’s full letter to South Carolina banking leaders here: ### For press inquiries, please contact SC01Press@mail.house.gov",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3268,Congressman Norman Demands Answers From SLED After Murder of Logan Federico,2025-10-09,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C. — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) is calling on South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) Chief Mark Keel to explain how a violent repeat offender was able to remain free and fatally murder Logan Federico on May 3, 2025. Alexander Dickey, the suspect, had eleven prior arrests and roughly 40 charges, yet gaps in his criminal record, including missing fingerprints from a 2014 burglary, allowed him to avoid proper accountability. “An incomplete rap sheet is not a clerical error; it’s a public safety failure with deadly consequences,” wrote Congressman Norman in the letter. “Logan Federico is dead because a violent repeat offender’s record was full of holes. South Carolina cannot afford a criminal justice bureaucracy that allows violent offenders to slip through the cracks.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:10:06Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-recognizes-domestic-violence-awareness-month-reaffirming,"Rep. Nancy Mace Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Reaffirming Commitment To Survivors",2025-10-08,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 8, 2025) – Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace is recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month by standing in solidarity with survivors and calling for tougher laws to prioritize their safety, deliver justice, and bring real consequences for abusers. “This fight is personal. As a survivor of domestic violence, we will never stop working to ensure victims are protected and abusers are punished,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Too often, survivors are failed by the system meant to protect them.” Rep. Mace has led the charge to strengthen protections for women and children, with legislation including: RESPECT Act – Toughens sentences for sharing or threatening to share private explicit images, including both revenge porn and AI-generated deepfakes. The Rape Shield Enhancement Act – Strengthens courtroom protections to ensure proceedings aren’t used to interrogate victims about their past but to hold predators accountable for their crimes. HONOR Act – Updates the Uniform Code of Military Justice to enhance penalties for revenge porn and explicitly criminalizes deepfakes and other digital exploitation in the military, ensuring service members are protected and offenders face strict penalties. Increased Accountability for Nonconsensual Pornography Act – Raises the maximum civil penalty for offenders to $500,000 and broadens the definition of explicit conduct, giving victims of voyeurism and nonconsensual pornography stronger tools to hold perpetrators accountable. Stop the Invasion of Women’s Spaces Act – Bars biological men from women’s facilities in federally funded locations. Stop Voyeurs Act – Closes loopholes in federal voyeurism law by expanding protections beyond maritime jurisdictions and raises the maximum prison sentence for offenders from one year to five years. The Sue VOYEURS Act gives victims of video and photo voyeurism the power to sue perpetrators, recover damages, and prevent further sharing of nonconsensual intimate images. Protecting Women’s Private Spaces Act – Prohibits biological men from women’s facilities on federal property. Protect Victims of Digital Exploitation and Manipulation Act – Criminalizes AI-generated deepfake pornography without consent. Prison Rape Prevention Act – Stops housing biological men in women’s prisons. Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act – Expands the grounds for denying entry and deporting foreign nationals to include sex offenses, domestic violence, and crimes against children, ensuring the removal of dangerous predators who are a danger to our citizens. Tyler’s Law – Requires rapid reporting of deadly children’s products. Rep. Mace emphasized community resources are available to support survivors of abuse, including: National Domestic Violence Hotline RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline My Sister’s House Hopeful Horizons Tri-County S.P.E.A.K.S Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center Kay Phillips Child Advocacy Center Constituents can contact our Daniel Island or Beaufort offices at any time for assistance, guidance, or support. Contact information can be found here. You can find all of Rep. Mace’s ongoing efforts to champion women’s and victims’ rights here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3267,Congressman Norman Statement on Israel-Hamas Peace Deal,2025-10-08,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON D.C. — Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC) issued the following statement after President Donald Trump announced a peace agreement between Israel and Hamas: “Today’s peace deal between Israel and Hamas is a step in the right direction and long overdue. I commend the Israeli people for showing unwavering strength in the face of terror, and I give full credit to President Trump for his leadership in making this deal happen. Once again, President Trump is showing the world peace is achieved through strength, not weakness.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:10:06Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-foias-sc-attorney-general-data-mishandled-child,Congresswoman Nancy Mace FOIAs S.C. Attorney General For Data On Mishandled Child Exploitation Cases,2025-10-07,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 7, 2025) – Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) sent a formal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson’s office seeking detailed data on how the Attorney General’s Office has handled cases involving child pornography and the sexual exploitation of minors since January 1, 2019. In her letter, Rep. Mace asks for comprehensive statewide information including the number of cases filed, dismissed, and resulting in convictions; average case duration; plea agreements; sentencing outcomes; and details of bond releases, broken down by county and year. The request follows previous findings from a 2022 memorandum by First Circuit Solicitor David M. Pascoe, obtained by Congresswoman Mace’s office through an earlier FOIA request, which revealed that of 385 cases related to child exploitation in Dorchester County between 2019 and 2022, more than 92% were dismissed and only 7.5% resulted in conviction, none by jury trial. “These are some of the most heinous crimes imaginable, and it appears Alan Wilson has turned South Carolina into a sanctuary state for p*dophiles,” said Rep. Mace. “Families deserve to know how p*dophile cases are being handled and whether justice is truly being served for our children. If the system is this broken in one county, we need to know how far Alan Wilson’s negligence has infected the rest of the state. The public has a right to know what’s happening across all 46 counties. And we need to know NOW.” Mace’s FOIA request urges the Attorney General’s Office to release the data to ensure accountability and public confidence in the prosecution of crimes involving the sexual exploitation of minors. READ THE FOIA REQUEST: ### For press inquiries, please contact SC01Press@mail.house.gov",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-statement-anniversary-october-7-attack-israel,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Statement On The Anniversary Of The October 7 Attack On Israel,2025-10-07,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., October 7, 2025) – “Two years ago, Hamas terrorists brutally murdered over 1,200 innocent men, women, and children in the deadliest attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. On October 7th, the world witnessed pure evil, and we vowed “Never Again.” Today, this promise must mean something. It means standing firmly with Israel’s right to defend itself against terrorism. It means bringing every hostage home. It means confronting antisemitism wherever it appears, on college campuses, in our streets, or in the halls of Congress. We remember the lives lost, the families shattered, and the courage of a nation who refuses to be broken. Am Yisrael Chai, The People of Israel Live.” Attributed to Congresswoman Nancy Mace ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-uncovers-south-carolina-attorney-general-alan-wilson-dismissed,Rep. Nancy Mace Uncovers South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson Dismissed Over 92% Of Pedophile Cases In SC-01 County From 2019 To 2022,2025-10-06,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Charleston, S.C. Monday, October 6, 2025 - Congresswoman Nancy Mace called for transparency from South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson following revelations he dismissed over 92% of child pornography and child sexual exploitation cases in Dorchester County from 2019 to 2022. According to official data obtained through a South Carolina Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office (SCAG) disposed of 385 cases involving child pornography and sexual exploitation of minors in Dorchester County from January 1, 2019 to 2022. Of those: 356 cases were dismissed outright, representing 92.5% of all cases he “prosecuted.” Only 29 cases resulted in convictions, a conviction rate of just 7.5%. Of those 29 convictions, only two defendants received any active prison time, with the rest receiving probation or time-served sentences. The average age of pending cases in Dorchester County is 740 days, more than two years, with 324 cases pending. “This data is appalling and indefensible,” said Congresswoman Mace. “When almost every single child predator case is being dismissed and nearly every conviction results in a slap on the wrist, it is a betrayal of justice and an active threat to Lowcountry children.” The data, originally documented in the First Circuit Solicitor’s 2022–2023 Dorchester County budget request, explicitly stated law enforcement agencies within the First Judicial Circuit have lost confidence in the Attorney General’s Office due to its failure to prosecute child exploitation cases efficiently and its leniency in negotiating sentences. First Circuit Solicitor David Pascoe formally requested his office take over prosecution of these cases from the SCAG, citing both “failure by the SCAG to prosecute these cases efficiently” and a pattern of lenient plea bargains that undermine pedophile victims. Mace added, “The Attorney General has a duty to protect the most vulnerable among us: our children. Instead, he’s failing them, and local prosecutors are being forced to pick up the pieces.” Calls for State Oversight and Reform Mace called on the South Carolina Legislature and oversight bodies to conduct an immediate review of how the SCAG has been managing these cases statewide. “If this is happening in Dorchester County, where 92.5% of all pedophile cases prosecuted by the Attorney General are dismissed, how many other counties are seeing the same failures?” Mace asked. “We need full reporting from the Attorney General’s Office. Families deserve to know why so many child predators are walking free, not on any sex registry and free to continue to abuse children on the AG’s watch.” Congresswoman Mace emphasized this is not a partisan issue but a moral one. “Protecting children from sexual exploitation should never be political,” she said. “The data speaks for itself and parents in South Carolina deserve answers.” Rep. Mace announced plans to send a formal letter to the U.S. Department of Justice requesting an independent audit of the SCAG’s handling of Internet Crimes Against Children prosecutions and coordination with local solicitors. Rep. Mace also plans to demand an investigation by the S.C. Inspector General’s Office. And if the Attorney General doesn’t provide statewide data immediately it’s not out of the realm of possibility that he be forced to resign. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://clyburn.house.gov/clyburn-statement-on-shootings-at-south-carolina-state-university/,Clyburn Statement on Shootings at South Carolina State University,2025-10-05,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,SC,James E. Clyburn,C000537,clyburn.house.gov,clyburn,https://clyburn.house.gov/press-releases/,scraper,"COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) released the following statement on the shootings at South Carolina State University on Saturday, October 4: “I offer my sincere condolences and heartfelt empathies to the victims of the shootings that took place at South Carolina State University. As a ‘loyal son’ and proud alumnus of SCSU, this incident is a horrific tragedy to many of us who celebrated homecoming this weekend. “Homecoming is about students, their friends and families, none of whom should be subjected to such senseless acts. The epidemic of gun violence exacts far too high a toll on our communities – and we experienced it happening right here in South Carolina and Montgomery, Alabama this past weekend. “None of the victims, or currently identified perpetrators, are South Carolina State students. But these shootings call into question “open carry” laws that make the lives of college administrators difficult and put the lives of innocents at risk. “But we know something fundamental needs to change to protect South Carolinians from these kinds of tragedies. The scourge of violence must end, and it is incumbent upon all of us to do what is right to safeguard our communities.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-urges-doj-intervene-logan-federico-murder-case-after,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Urges DOJ To Intervene In Logan Federico Murder Case After SC Attorney General Alan Wilson Jeopardizes Case,2025-10-03,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., October 3, 2025) - Congresswoman Nancy Mace is calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to intervene and prosecute Alexander Dickey for the brutal murder of 22-year-old Logan Federico. Dickey has been arrested over 40 times in the past decade for violent crimes, including armed robbery and burglary. Following a high-speed chase after fleeing a traffic stop, smoking methamphetamine, and crashing his vehicle in a residential neighborhood, without provocation, Dickey shot Logan at point-blank range. Killing an innocent girl, naked and on her knees. Mace cited, under Executive Order 14164, signed by President Trump, the Department of Justice is directed to “pursue the death penalty for all crimes of a severity demanding its use.” Mace argues this case clearly meets the standard and provides sufficient federal jurisdiction, making this crime only punishable by death. “We are asking for the DOJ to immediately intervene and take over the murder case of Logan Federico,” stated Congresswoman Mace. “The state Attorney General, Alan Wilson, who has never prosecuted a death penalty case, may have just TOTALLY and COMPLETELY JEOPARDIZED the case's standing and the ability for the state to pursue the death penalty. The feds need to step in immediately and take over from Wilson and get this done correctly without prejudice or politicizing this young woman's murder.” Mace expresses deep concerns about the Fifth Circuit Solicitor Byron Gipson, who has reportedly informed Logan’s family, he will not be pursuing the death penalty. Additionally, Mace and other prosecutors are questioning the handling of the case by South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, whose office has politicized the matter, and lack experience prosecuting capital crimes. Furthermore, Wilson’s overall politicizing of this case has severely jeopardized the state’s case and the ability for the state to pursue the death penalty may be completely off the table now because of Wilson’s ineptitude and incompetence. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-nancy-mace-statement-government-shutdown,Congresswoman Nancy Mace Statement on Government Shutdown,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Let’s be clear: Democrats own this shutdown. They’re putting a bloated $1.5 trillion wish list and free healthcare for illegal aliens over hardworking Americans. They even defunded our troops. President Trump is fighting to keep the government open for you, but Democrats walked away from common-sense a long time ago. ### Attributed to Congresswoman Nancy Mace",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-refuses-paycheck-while-troops-work-without-pay-during-schumer,Rep. Nancy Mace Refuses Paycheck While Troops Work Without Pay During Schumer Shutdown,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., October 1, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced she will not accept her congressional salary until government funding is restored and the Schumer Shutdown, caused by Senate Democrats’ reckless obstruction, has ended. On September 19, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5371, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026, a clean continuing resolution to keep the government open through November 21. Rep. Mace voted in favor, along with 216 of her colleagues. Nearly every House Democrat voted no, and Senate Democrats blocked it, deliberately causing the government to shut down at midnight. “Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats are holding the government hostage, demanding $1.5 trillion in reckless spending and partisan handouts like free healthcare for illegal immigrants, all paid for by the American people,” said Congresswoman Mace. “They don’t care if our troops go unpaid or if families suffer. Democrats would rather shut down the government to bankroll their far-left agenda and buy votes with handouts.” Mace emphasized her decision to reject her congressional salary until the shutdown is resolved: “If our servicemembers are forced to work without pay, then Congress has no business cashing checks either,” Mace added. “I will not accept my salary until this Schumer Shutdown ends and our troops get the pay they’ve earned.” Rep. Mace is calling on Senate Democrats to stop the brinkmanship and pass a clean bill now to reopen the government immediately instead of playing politics with Americans’ lives. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z https://timmons.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=210,"Timmons Statement on Democrat Shutdown, Offices to Remain Open",2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,SC,William R. Timmons IV,T000480,timmons.house.gov,timmons,https://timmons.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"""Washington Democrats are refusing to do their job and have shut down the government — but our team will be hard at work for the duration of the Democrat-led shutdown in both South Carolina and D.C. I, along with my fellow Republicans, voted to keep the government open and operating for the American people. Our offices will remain open to serve SC-04 residents who need assistance with federal agencies during the Democrats’ unnecessary and costly shutdown.""",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z https://norman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3249,Congressman Norman Reintroduces Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Member Pay During a Government Shutdown,2025-09-30,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Ralph Norman,N000190,norman.house.gov,norman,https://norman.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Ralph Norman has reintroduced a constitutional amendment that would bar Members of Congress from receiving any compensation during a government shutdown. For decades, Congress has failed to pass its appropriations bills by the September 30 deadline, triggering repeated shutdowns. Yet during these shutdowns, Members of Congress continue to receive pay, while service members, federal workers, and essential employees suffer. Under the amendment, if Congress allows the government to shut down, disrupting critical services, then all Members would forfeit their pay, without later backpay. This reform holds leadership accountable and gives added urgency to funding responsibly. “Members of Congress have a constitutional duty to fund the government’s essential functions,” said Congressman Norman. “If Congress fails to meet that obligation, we should not expect taxpayers to continue paying us for inaction. No one else in America would get paid for failing to fulfill their duties—Congress should face the same principle.” Congressman Norman also stressed that the impending shutdown is avoidable, but Democrats in Washington are choosing to play politics rather than put the American people first. House Republicans did their part passing a clean Continuing Resolution to keep the government funded while long-term negotiations continue.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:07:37Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-reintroduces-bipartisan-samosa-act-streamline-federal-software,Rep. Nancy Mace Reintroduces Bipartisan SAMOSA Act To Streamline Federal Software Spending,2025-09-29,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 29, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01), Chairwoman of the House Oversight Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation, has reintroduced the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets (SAMOSA) Act, bipartisan legislation to modernize how the federal government purchases and manages software, increase accountability, and save taxpayer dollars. The SAMOSA Act requires federal agencies to conduct comprehensive reviews of their software licensing and management practices, helping streamline government purchasing and cut unnecessary costs. The legislation previously passed the House with bipartisan support in December 2024. The federal government is the largest software customer in the world, spending billions each year on information technology and cybersecurity. Yet agencies routinely overspend on unused licenses, duplicate contracts, and outdated systems. The SAMOSA Act fixes this by requiring every federal agency to track what software they own, eliminate redundancies, and consolidate purchases to reduce waste and improve accountability. “The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has found the federal government spends more than $100 billion annually on information technology and cybersecurity, including software licenses. Far too often, taxpayer dollars are wasted on these systems and licenses agencies fail to use,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Our SAMOSA Act requires agencies to account for existing software assets and consolidate purchases: reducing redundancy, increasing accountability, and saving potentially billions for American taxpayers. By modernizing federal IT procurement, this legislation ensures greater oversight and demonstrates our responsibility to be faithful stewards of every taxpayer dollar.” The SAMOSA Act is co-led by the Oversight Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Ranking Member Shontel Brown (D-OH), Congressman Pat Fallon (R-TX), and Congresswoman April McClain Delaney (D-MD). “The SAMOSA Act is straightforward legislation to streamline federal software purchasing and make sure taxpayer dollars are used effectively. We all know how complicated it can be to manage software and this legislation will help agencies track and manage purchases. I’m proud to reintroduce this legislation that our former Oversight Ranking Member Connolly championed, and look forward to building more bipartisan support for this bill,” said Ranking Member Shontel Brown. “Our government spends billions on software, but outdated purchasing practices lead to waste and inefficiency,” said Congressman Pat Fallon (TX-04). “The SAMOSA Act requires agencies to assess their software assets in depth, cutting redundant spending and boosting transparency. This bill is a critical step toward modernizing federal IT while protecting hard-earned taxpayer dollars.” ""I’m proud to co-lead this commonsense, bipartisan legislation to reduce wasteful spending and promote efficient government operations. The SAMOSA Act requires in-depth assessments of how agencies buy and use software, ensuring that decisions are data-driven and that taxpayer funds will be used effectively and transparently,” said Congresswoman McClain Delaney. “It’s a pragmatic solution to improve our government’s work for the American people, all while saving their taxpayer dollars.” “This bill is a commonsense way to make sure the federal government keeps better track of its software purchases,” said Ranking Member Robert Garcia. “It will save taxpayer dollars, prevent waste, and improve transparency by stopping unnecessary purchases and protecting against vendor price gouging. This is just one step in our plan to bring our government into the 21st century and make it work better for everyone.” Under the SAMOSA Act, federal agencies would: Conduct independent assessments of software license inventories and management practices Develop consolidation and modernization plans to reduce duplication and improve oversight Empower Chief Information Officers (CIOs) to negotiate enterprise-wide licensing agreements that strengthen purchasing power and transparency Require the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue a governmentwide software modernization strategy Submit annual progress reports and savings results as part of their budget submissions to Congress. The legislation also directs the GAO to review implementation and report to Congress on cost savings and efficiency outcomes. The bill authorizes no new spending, ensuring all improvements come from smarter management, not more bureaucracy. The SAMOSA Act is supported by the Coalition for Fair Software Licensing, the Computer & Communications Industry Association, NetChoice, and the Alliance for Digital Innovation. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-secures-amendment-house-passed-ndaa-authorizing-death-penalty,Rep. Nancy Mace Secures Amendment In House-Passed NDAA Authorizing Death Penalty For Child Rape Under UCMJ,2025-09-29,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 29, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced she secured an amendment in the House-passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 authorizing the death penalty under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) for individuals convicted of raping a child. “Child rape is not a crime you walk away from, it’s a crime demanding the harshest punishment we can deliver,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Through this amendment, military prosecutors are empowered to seek the death penalty for child rapists. We are sending an unmistakable message: predators don’t get second chances, they get execution.” The amendment gives military prosecutors the power to seek the death penalty for child rape, bringing accountability equal to the crime. “With this amendment, we are rooting predators out of our ranks, protecting the innocent, and guaranteeing those who commit the most heinous of crimes pay the highest price,” Mace added. The NDAA sets annual defense policy and authorizations for the Department of War. With House passage complete, the NDAA now heads to the Senate for consideration. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-wins-major-court-victory-and-sanctions-against-attorney-barrett,Rep. Nancy Mace Wins Major Court Victory And Sanctions Against Attorney Barrett Brewer And Patrick Bryant For Misconduct In Fake Blackmail Court Case,2025-09-29,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Charleston, SC - September 29, 2025 — Today, the Charleston County Court of Common Pleas issued an interim order sanctioning Patrick Bryant of GLT2, LLC and his counsel, Barrett Brewer, for abusing the legal system in an attempt to target U.S. Representative Nancy Mace. The case, known as GLT2, drew public attention for falsely accusing Rep. Mace of blackmail. The case was intentionally leaked to defame Mace and taint a jury pool in an upcoming trial on behalf of rape victim Jane Doe, who was allegedly filmed by Patrick Bryant while she was unconscious and allegedly sexually assaulted by one of Bryant’s business associates, John Osborne. South Carolina attorney Barrett Brewer has been sanctioned for misconduct tied to the GLT2 lawsuit - a case Patrick Bryant filed to harass and defame his victims while he is the target of an active and ongoing SLED investigation. The order details how Bryant, GLT2 and his attorney, Brewer, knowingly issued improper subpoenas and conducted an unauthorized deposition, actions the judge said violated South Carolina’s rules of civil procedure. In other words, a severe abuse of the court process. The Honorable Judge Rode ruled that sanctions are warranted, stating that GLT2’s actions were not reasonable or made in good faith and were carried out in disregard of court rules. The court emphasized these efforts appeared designed to investigate and discredit Rep. Mace following her public remarks in February exposing sexual misconduct allegations. While the exact financial penalties are still to be determined, the court confirmed that sanctions will be imposed and set a future hearing to decide the amount of attorney’s fees and other remedies. Rep. Mace and victim Jane Doe have approximately $100,000 in legal fees related to fighting this court abuse by Brewer and Bryant. Rep. Mace welcomed the ruling, calling it “a clear message that the courts will not tolerate harassment or abuse of process. This isn’t about a lawyer making a simple mistake. This is about Bryant and his attorney Barrett Brewer weaponizing the legal system to harm victims and intimidate witnesses,” said Rep. Mace. “The judge looked at the facts in this case and came down on the side of truth and justice for all.” Mace added, “I look forward to pursing all available legal avenues to hold these guys accountable for making up all sorts of wild lies, for the fake news headlines that will cost them dearly. I’m fighting against the weaponization of the same justice system that tried to take down Donald Trump as it tries to take me down too. And, like Trump, I hope they have saved up for this fight, cause I’m coming for them. I won’t back down.” In December 2023, Rep. Mace turned over documents she accidentally discovered of what she believed to be evidence of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), sexual assault, and filming of women without their knowledge or consent. The hidden camera videos were saved for YEARS without any of the victim’s knowledge. The court found Brewer’s actions crossed the line., Rep. Mace stepped in, asking the court to intervene in what she and her attorneys described as abuse of process and weaponizing the court system against victims and intimidating witnesses. The judge assigned to the case held an emergency hearing and ruled that Brewer and Bryant’s behavior deserved severe court sanctions. Sanctions are one of the harshest, formal reprimands a court can issue. Sanctions mean the court believes an attorney abused the process, acted in bad faith, or filed something without a proper legal basis. The judge cited both South Carolina court rules and the court’s power to protect the legal process as reasons for the decision. Mace added, “Play stupid games. Win stupid prizes. I can promise you this, anyone attempting to weaponize our court system, lie about witnesses and victims, won’t get away with it.” LINK TO COURT DOCUMENTS: https://www.courtplus.org/DocHandler.ashx?id=0200000051692645F1F2B070396A473C85AD647D7104D5530DAB189ABEF8112942944F9F829A3E5ECE885AAE0BCC80C6D5313445C83D107296BCBD8F1021250A10BFCF11&casenum=2025CP1000981 ### CONTACT Carlie Baker, Press Assistant",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congresswoman-nancy-mace-judge-gosnell,Statement From Congresswoman Nancy Mace On Judge Gosnell,2025-09-29,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., September 29, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) released the following statement on Judge Gosnell: “The allegations against Judge Gosnell are sickening. Anyone who preys on children is a monster, and when the accused is a judge entrusted to uphold the law, the betrayal is even more vile. Our justice system must send a clear message: zero tolerance for those who exploit women and children. Protecting the most vulnerable in our community is not optional, it is the first duty of government. We wholeheartedly support the death penalty for child rapists. Federal investigators deserve recognition for acting quickly to stop this predator and to identify potential victims. We will not rest until every child is safe from abuse and every abuser is held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.” Attributed to Congresswoman Nancy Mace ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/statement-congresswoman-nancy-mace-rj-may-pleading-guilty,Statement From Congresswoman Nancy Mace On RJ May Pleading Guilty,2025-09-29,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., September 29, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) released the following statement on RJ May pleading guilty: ""The allegations against former South Carolina State Representative RJ May aren’t just vile, they’re evil. His guilty plea proves it. He betrayed children, the public trust, and the most basic standards of human decency. Predators deserve the harshest penalties under the law. For child rapists, that should mean the death penalty. Our job is to protect kids, not coddle predators. And anyone who harms a child should know: justice will be swift, severe, and without exception."" Attributed to Congresswoman Nancy Mace ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://fry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=962,"Reps. Fry, Pfluger, Sessions, and Williams Introduce Resolution Condemning Attacks on ICE Officers and Facilities",2025-09-26,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Russell Fry,F000478,fry.house.gov,fry,https://fry.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Russell Fry (SC-07), Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Congressman Pete Sessions (TX-17), and Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) introduced a resolution condemning the growing wave of violent attacks against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and facilities while reaffirming congressional support for ICE’s mission to protect national security and public safety. This resolution comes in response to a string of recent attacks, including the September 24, 2025, deadly shooting at an ICE field office in Dallas, Texas where detainees were struck, killing one and critically injuring two. Other recent incidents include riots at ICE facilities in Illinois and Oregon, bomb threats, and violent assaults against federal officers across the country. Specifically, the resolution: Condemns violent attacks and threats against ICE officers, facilities, and detainees. Reaffirms Congress’s support for ICE’s mission and acknowledges the difficult and dangerous work its agents perform daily. Calls on DHS, DOJ, and other federal and local law enforcement partners to investigate and prevent violence, strengthen coordination, and address digital threats such as doxxing of ICE personnel. Urges public officials and media figures to reject rhetoric that incites hostility toward law enforcement and instead encourage responsible discourse. “ICE officers put their lives on the line every day to protect our nation, enforce our immigration laws, and safeguard our communities,” said Congressman Fry. “It is unacceptable that ICE agents are being targeted for upholding the laws of this country. Congress must send a clear and unmistakable message: violent attacks will not be tolerated, reckless rhetoric will not be excused, and we will stand firmly with those who protect us every day.” ""Our ICE officers and facilities have been hit with an unprecedented wave of violent threats this year,” said Congressman Pfluger. “Radical leftists would rather see the criminal illegal aliens that the Biden administration let in our country continue to wreak havoc in our communities than support the brave men and women who put their lives on the line every single day to uphold our laws and defend American citizens. As Americans, we must protect our ICE agents and equip them with the tools, resources, and equipment they need to carry out their mission effectively. Any attack on our law enforcement will not be tolerated.” ""The attack in Dallas was a horrific act of political violence directed at those who put their lives on the line to protect our communities,” said Congressman Sessions. “I am grateful for the men and women of ICE and federal law enforcement who serve with courage every day no matter the circumstances. Political violence has no place in America, and we must stand united in condemning these attacks and support those who keep our nation safe."" “The heinous targeted attacks on our ICE facilities and officers are unacceptable and must never be tolerated,” said Congressman Williams. “These men and women put their lives on the line every day to uphold the rule of law, protect our borders, and keep American families safe,” said Congressman Williams. “I am proud to support this Resolution, as we stand firmly behind ICE’s mission and will continue to support their critical work to defend our national security and enforce our immigration laws.""",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-07T15:07:37Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-re-introduces-bill-ban-taxpayer-funded-child-mutilation,Rep. Nancy Mace Re-Introduces Bill To Ban Taxpayer-Funded Child Mutilation,2025-09-26,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 26, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) reintroduced the Childhood Genital Mutilation Prevention Act, legislation to protect children from irreversible gender surgeries and permanently shut off taxpayer dollars for these procedures. This legislation makes it a federal crime to knowingly perform or attempt gender-related medical experiments on minors, with penalties of up to 10 years in prison. The bill also permanently cuts off Medicare coverage, bans providers who perform these procedures from participating in Medicare, and blocks federal funds from subsidizing these procedures or health plans covering them. “A 16-year-old can’t buy a pack of cigarettes, but the Left thinks they can consent to chemical castration,” said Congresswoman Mace. “No taxpayer dollars for child mutilation. No free passes for doctors who profit off it. No more loopholes for the radical Left to exploit our kids. Protecting children is the line in the sand. Cross it, and you’ll pay the price.” This legislation builds on President Trump’s executive order Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation, which prohibits federal funding for gender procedures on minors. Congresswoman Mace’s Childhood Genital Mutilation Prevention Act makes those protections permanent in law and enforces them with the tough criminal penalties to protect children from abuse. Key Provisions of the Childhood Genital Mutilation Prevention Act: Criminal Prohibition: Makes it a federal crime to mutilate children with gender procedures, hitting doctors and activists who push this agenda on kids with steep fines and up to 10 years in prison. Medicare Restrictions: Ends Medicare funding for child mutilation and permanently bans providers who perform them from the program. Federal Funding Ban: Bans Federal funds from being funneled into child gender procedures, or health plans covering them. Exceptions for Medical Necessity: Allows only the narrowest exceptions for minors with legitimate medical disorders of sex development or conditions caused by injury, disease, or prior medical care. “No parent should be pressured and no doctor should be protected for using kids to advance a political agenda,” Mace added. “The Left doesn’t get to gamble with children’s lives. Protecting kids from irreversible harm is a line they will never cross under our watch.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-supports-350-million-authorization-joint-base-charleston-0,Rep. Nancy Mace Supports $350 Million Authorization For Joint Base Charleston In House-Passed NDAA,2025-09-25,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 25, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced the House-passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 includes $357.9 million authorized for Joint Base Charleston, with $65.4 million authorized in FY26 to build a state-of-the-art Nuclear Power Training Facility Simulator at the base. “House passage of this year’s NDAA is a major win for the Lowcountry and for our national defense,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Nearly $358 million authorized for Joint Base Charleston means stronger national defense, better training for our servicemembers, and a major investment right here at home.” Joint Base Charleston is home to more than 90,000 servicemembers, families, civilians, and retirees, and is estimated to contribute nearly $11 billion annually in economic impact in South Carolina, according to the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs. Rep. Mace’s support for these authorizations strengthens Joint Base Charleston by focusing on critical training infrastructure and securing its role as a pillar of national defense and South Carolina’s future. “Joint Base Charleston plays a critical role in keeping America safe, and with these authorized funds now headed to the Senate, we’re one step closer to ensuring the base remains at the forefront of our nation’s defense for years to come,” added Congresswoman Mace. The NDAA sets annual defense policy and authorizations for the Department of War. With House passage complete, the NDAA now heads to the Senate for consideration. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-supports-major-us-israel-defense-wins-house-passed-ndaa,Rep. Nancy Mace Supports Major U.S.–Israel Defense Wins In House-Passed NDAA,2025-09-25,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 25, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced she supported critical provisions in the House-passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, reinforcing America’s unbreakable defense partnership with Israel and extending joint programs through 2028. The provisions Rep. Mace advanced include: Broadening U.S.–Israel Counter-UAS Cooperation: Expands efforts beyond drones to cover all unmanned threats in the air, on land, at sea, and in space, while extending authority through 2028. Launching Emerging Technology Cooperation: Creates a new program with Israel and allied nations to co-develop cutting-edge defense technologies, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and advanced weapons, keeping America and its allies one step ahead of adversaries. Extending Anti-Tunneling Cooperation: Strengthens and extends joint technology to detect and destroy cross-border tunnels used by terrorists and smugglers through 2028. “Israel is one of America’s strongest allies, and standing with the Jewish people is both a moral obligation and a strategic necessity,” said Congresswoman Mace. “These provisions strengthen our partnership with Israel: shutting down terror tunnels, countering drones, and advancing next-generation defense technology. The NDAA makes clear America will continue to stand alongside Israel and the Jewish community against those who wish them harm.” The NDAA sets annual defense policy and authorizations for the Department of War. With House passage complete, the NDAA now heads to the Senate for consideration. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-announces-over-35-million-returned-lowcountry-constituents,Rep. Nancy Mace Announces Over $35 Million Returned To Lowcountry Constituents,2025-09-23,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., September 23, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) today announced her office has successfully returned a total of $35,450,097 to Lowcountry constituents through casework assistance since taking office. This milestone underscores Representative Mace’s results-oriented leadership and her steadfast commitment to serving the people of the Lowcountry. From day one, Rep. Mace has made constituent service a top priority. Her office has provided critical support to residents navigating federal agencies, including veterans’ benefits, Social Security claims, Medicare assistance, and passport processing delays. “Since taking office, our office has returned more than $35 million to constituents by breaking down bureaucratic barriers and holding federal agencies accountable to the people they serve,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Every dollar recovered and every case resolved represents a family supported, a veteran helped, or a neighbor given peace of mind. No one works harder for the Lowcountry than we do.” Frequently addressed matters include: Assistance with the Social Security Administration on disability applications, benefit appointments, and hearing requests; Guidance regarding the Internal Revenue Service, including federal tax returns and Employee Retention Tax Credit claims; Support with the Department of Veterans Affairs, covering community care appointments, patient care needs, and disability or benefits claims. Representative Mace reiterated her office's stand ready to assist all constituents in need of federal casework support. Residents are encouraged to contact her Charleston or Beaufort offices directly, or to visit Mace.house.gov/constituentservices for additional information and assistance. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-introduces-bill-end-unaccompanied-alien-child-crisis,Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Bill To End Unaccompanied Alien Child Crisis,2025-09-22,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 22, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) introduced the No More Missing Children Act, legislation creating the Unaccompanied Alien Child (UAC) Anti-Trafficking Program to protect unaccompanied alien children from trafficking, kidnapping, and exploitation. During the Biden Administration, more than 32,000 unaccompanied alien children were unaccounted for by ICE, and nearly 291,000 unaccompanied alien children were released without proper documentation, leaving them vulnerable to traffickers and predators. The Coalition Against Trafficking in Women estimates 60% of unaccompanied migrant children are caught by cartels and exploited through child pornography and drug trafficking. This chaos is costing children their lives. Under President Trump’s initiative to locate missing children, 22,638 have been found, more than 400 sponsors arrested, and tragically, 27 minors were discovered dead due to murder, suicide, or drug overdose, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. “The Biden Administration’s reckless negligence left unaccompanied alien children to roam a lawless system, preyed upon by traffickers, predators, and cartels,” said Congresswoman Mace. “As a mother and a lawmaker, we refuse to sit by while children are exploited. Building on President Trump’s mission to rescue missing children, our No More Missing Children Act restores law and order and takes the fight to the criminals exploiting our immigration system.” The No More Missing Children Act establishes the Unaccompanied Alien Child Anti-Trafficking Program, implementing strict safeguards to ensure children remain safe, including by requiring: Extensive vetting of the sponsor and all adult members of their household, including with biometric and DNA information Continuous GPS monitoring of both child and sponsor Pre-placement home inspection and unannounced home visits after placement monthly telephonic check-ins Immediate re-assumption of custody if a child is endangered or program conditions are violated The legislation bars criminals, gang members, sex offenders, and individuals with terrorist ties from obtaining custody of UACs and ensures every placement prioritizes the child’s safety and well-being. Sponsors who fail to comply with program conditions, such as ensuring court appearances, lose custody and are permanently barred from sponsoring again. By codifying these protections into law, Rep. Mace’s No More Missing Children Act reinforces President Trump’s ongoing mission to track down missing children and restore accountability to a system left broken by the Biden Administration. This legislation underscores Rep. Mace’s unwavering commitment to protecting children, strengthening America’s immigration system, and restoring the rule of law. Beyond the No More Missing Children Act, Rep. Mace has introduced the following legislation addressing immigration, border security, and the protection of children: Immigration and Border Security Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act: Imposes swift penalties for predators in the U.S. illegally. Expedited Removal Expansion Act: Grants faster removal authority for illegal immigrants. American Students First Act: Blocks funding to colleges offering in-state tuition and state-based financial aid to illegal immigrants. No Tax Breaks for Sanctuary Cities Act – Removes tax perks from sanctuary cities defying federal law. Stop Importing Terrorism Act: Bars entry to individuals linked to terrorist organizations. Protecting Children RESPECT Act: Tougher sentencing for deepfakes and revenge porn targeting women and children. Childhood Genital Mutilation Prevention Act: Puts an end to gender-related surgeries and treatments for minors. Tyler’s Law: Requires rapid reporting of deadly children’s products. Safe Shelters Act: Prohibits registered sex offenders from emergency shelters shared with women and children during disasters. No Woke Indoctrination of Military Kids Act: Bans CRT and DEI in schools overseen by the Department of War to focus on education, not political agendas. Protecting Girls’ Sports for Military Kids Act: Stops biological men from taking opportunities from female athletes, ensuring schools overseen by the Department of War provide women the fair playing field they deserve. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-targets-bloated-dei-bureaucracy-dc,Rep. Nancy Mace Targets Bloated DEI Bureaucracy In DC,2025-09-18,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 18, 2025) – Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) introduced the No DEI in DC Act to defund and eliminate the Left’s political machine inside D.C.’s government and bulldoze the DEI offices wasting taxpayer dollars on identity politics. D.C. officials have kept taxpayers in the dark about how much of their money is being burned funding DEI programs and offices. What’s clear is there are at least 16 taxpayer-funded offices and commissions related to DEI embedded across D.C.’s government including the Office of Racial Equity, the Commission on Reparations, the Office of LGBTQ Affairs, and the Commission on Health Equity, all written into the D.C. Code and shielded from accountability. Under Congress’s constitutional authority to oversee D.C., the No DEI in DC Act will dismantle this bloated bureaucracy, defund its political brainwashing mandates, eliminate racial equity training, and advance President Trump’s mission to Make D.C. Safe Again. “For years, the Left have used D.C.’s government as their ideological playground,” said Congresswoman Mace. “D.C. officials are wasting taxpayer dollars to divide Americans by race and gender while their basic services crumble. The No DEI in DC Act ends this scam and puts President Trump’s vision to Make D.C. Safe Again into action.” Key provisions of the No DEI in DC Act include: Prohibits DEI practices: Eliminates and defunds DEI programs in the D.C. government Ends forced indoctrination: Eliminates mandatory DEI and racial equity training across all D.C. agencies. Removes ideological language from the D.C. Code: Strikes terms like “LGBTQIA+ birthing people” and “justice-involved youth” from statute. Dismantles the DEI bureaucracy: Abolishes 16 taxpayer-funded offices and commissions, including the Office of Racial Equity, the Commission on Reparations, the Office of LGBTQ Affairs, and the Commission on Health Equity. Prevents back-door revival: Blocks the re-creation of these offices under new names or disguises. Creates real enforcement: Authorizes a private right of action against the D.C. government for violations. The legislation is part of Rep. Mace’s broader push to end DEI politics and stop taxpayer dollars from funding divisive agendas, including: Restoring Merit in the Military Act: Ensures all military personnel decisions are based solely on merit, fitness, capability, and performance: not race, ethnicity, or national origin. Restoring Merit in the Military Service Academies Act: Reforms service academy admissions to prioritize merit and prohibit consideration of race, ethnicity, or other unrelated factors. No Indoctrination of Military Kids Act: Requires schools overseen by the Department of War to focus on education, not political agendas, banning Critical Race Theory (CRT) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices, training, and programs at DoW schools. NDAA Amendment to Defund DEI in the Military: Added to this year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Rep. Mace’s amendment eliminates DEI bureaucrats, programs, and training across the Department of War, cutting off taxpayer funding for divisive political agendas in the armed forces. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-democrats-and-4-republicans-protect-ilhan-omar-after-she-mocked,Rep. Nancy Mace: Democrats And 4 Republicans Protect Ilhan Omar After She Mocked Charlie Kirk’s Assassination,2025-09-17,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 17, 2025) – Tonight, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 214–213 to table Congresswoman Nancy Mace’s resolution to censure Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and strip her of all committee assignments following her indefensible comments mocking the cold-blooded assassination of Charlie Kirk. 210 Democrats and 4 Republicans (Mike Flood, Jeff Hurd, Tom McClintock, and Cory Mills) rushed to shield Omar from justice following her own actions. “Tonight, 210 Democrats and 4 Republicans sold out and chose to protect Ilhan Omar, a woman who mocked the cold-blooded assassination of an innocent American husband and father, who has openly supported ISIS and the Muslim Brotherhood, and who has repeatedly incited political violence,” said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. “They didn’t stand with Charlie Kirk. They didn’t stand with the millions of Americans mourning his death. They stood with the one who mocked his legacy. They showed us exactly who they are, and we won’t forget.” Just days after Kirk’s murder, Omar appeared on the Breaking Points podcast where she: Claimed those saying “Charlie Kirk just wanted to have a civil debate” are “full of s—”. Said there is “nothing more f—ed up than to pretend his words and actions have not been recorded” over the past decade. Dismissed the grief of millions as “complete rewriting of history”. Omar also reposted a video calling Charlie Kirk a “stochastic terrorist” and a “reprehensible human being,” doubling down on her attacks while his family was still planning his memorial. Rep. Mace’s resolution would have: Formally censured Rep. Ilhan Omar before the full House of Representatives. Required her to stand in the well of the House chamber as the censure is read aloud. Stripped her of committee assignments on the House Education and Workforce Committee and the House Budget Committee. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-reintroduces-government-shutdown-prevention-act-ahead-budget,Rep. Nancy Mace Reintroduces Government Shutdown Prevention Act Ahead Of Budget Deadline,2025-09-17,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 17, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) introduced the Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025 to end Washington’s cycle of shutdown brinkmanship by removing shutdown threats as leverage and forcing Congress to budget responsibly, without punishing taxpayers, servicemembers, or federal workers. As Congress nears the September 30 deadline to pass FY2026 appropriations, the bill offers a long-term solution to stop the waste, chaos, and last-minute spending sprees accompanying shutdown threats. Under Rep. Mace’s legislation, if Congress misses its deadlines, automatic continuing resolutions would keep the government running at 94% of the previous year’s funding level. Every 90 days lawmakers fail to act, funding would decrease by an additional 1%, tightening spending until Congress completes its work. “Shutdowns cost billions, reward dysfunction, and push Congress into passing bloated omnibus packages at the last minute,” said Congresswoman Mace. “This bill flips the script and protects taxpayers, cuts spending, and forces Congress to finally do its job.” Unlike temporary stopgap measures pushing the budget crisis down the road, Rep. Mace’s Government Shutdown Prevention Act restores fiscal discipline and delivers certainty for businesses, federal workers, and military families, while ensuring lawmakers face consequences for failing to govern. “This bill is about ending reckless spending by ending reckless behavior,” Mace added. “It makes Congress live within its means, just like every American family has to.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/mace-moves-strip-ilhan-omar-committee-seats,Mace Moves To Strip Ilhan Omar Of Committee Seats,2025-09-15,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 15, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) has filed a resolution to censure Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and strip her of all House committee assignments for her vile comments mocking the assassination of Charlie Kirk. “Ilhan Omar has shown us exactly who she is: someone who defends political violence and refuses to condemn the loss of innocent lives when it doesn’t suit her agenda, even the cold-blooded assassination of Charlie Kirk,” said Congresswoman Mace. “If you mock a political assassination and celebrate murder, you don’t get to keep your committee seat, you get consequences.” The resolution follows Omar’s September 11 interview on the “Breaking Points” podcast, which she later reposted on her own social media, where she demeaned Charlie Kirk, belittled his grieving family, and all but blamed him for his own assassination. In the interview, just days after his murder, Omar mocked those mourning Kirk, claiming people who say “Charlie Kirk just wanted to have a civil debate” are “full of s—.” She added, “There is nothing more f—ed up than to completely pretend that his words and actions have not been recorded and in existence for the last decade or so.” When told that millions are mourning Kirk and that some described him as a civil debater, Omar dismissed their grief outright, calling it “complete rewriting of history.” Omar also shared a separate video calling Charlie Kirk a “stochastic terrorist” and a “reprehensible human being,” accusing him of promoting hatred right up to his final moments. Key Provisions of the Resolution: Formally censures Omar before the full House of Representatives. Requires Omar to stand in the well of the House as the censure is publicly read aloud by the Speaker. Strips Omar of her committee assignments on the House Education and Workforce Committee and the House Budget Committee. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/mace-urges-doe-cut-federal-funding-schools-celebrating-charlie-kirks,Mace Urges DOE: Cut Off Federal Funding To Schools Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Assassination,2025-09-15,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 15, 2025) - Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) is pressing the U.S. Department of Education following disturbing reports of educators and institutions celebrating or excusing the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Mace called on Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to cut off every dime of federal funding to any elementary, secondary, or post-secondary school who refuses to remove or discipline staff who glorify or justify political violence. “Charlie Kirk spent his life defending free speech and standing for faith, family, and freedom, while inspiring young Americans to stand up for their beliefs,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Educators who celebrate his assassination are not just unfit, they’re dangerous, and they will not collect paychecks on the backs of American taxpayers.” Educators in South Carolina have been exposed for applauding Kirk’s assassination, drawing Rep. Mace’s calls for immediate accountability: Clemson University: Three professors have publicly cheered Kirk’s assassination. Greenville County Schools: A teacher openly celebrated Kirk’s death; the district swiftly placed the individual on leave. Charleston County School District: Reports of a teacher in the district celebrating Kirk’s assassination; the district has confirmed this report is false and the teacher in question is not employed or affiliated with the district. Coastal Carolina University: An employee allegedly suggested Kirk was to blame for his own assassination because he “repeated bigoted ideas.” Rep. Mace is calling on the Department of Education to: Cut off every dime of federal funding from schools refusing to act against staff who excuse or glorify the murder of Charlie Kirk. Hold educators fully accountable when they promote or defend political violence, removal, not excuses. Shield students from rhetoric normalizing violence as a political weapon. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/wilson-introduces-bill-re-impose-jackson-vanik-sanctions-russia,Wilson Introduces Bill to Re-Impose Jackson-Vanik Sanctions on Russia,2025-09-12,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Joe Wilson,W000795,joewilson.house.gov,joewilson,https://joewilson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Joe Wilson introduced the No Trade with Terrorists Act. This legislation will reimpose the Jackson-Vanik Sanctions on the Russian Federation. “After the attack on Poland, I’m grateful to introduce this bill to reimpose Jackson-Vanik on Russia cutting off all trade with this terrorist dictatorship. President Obama and John Kerry wrongfully repealed this law during the misguided Russia Reset which encouraged war criminal Putin to occupy Crimea. Trump will fix it,” said Rep. Wilson. Read the full text of H.R. 5292 here. # # #",1,2026-05-28T06:29:45Z,2026-05-28T06:31:18Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-reintroduces-bill-backing-trumps-push-expand-mortgage-access,Rep. Nancy Mace Reintroduces Bill Backing Trump’s Push To Expand Mortgage Access For Crypto Investors,2025-09-12,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 12, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-1) reintroduced the American Homeowner Crypto Modernization Act of 2025, a bill to bring outdated federal mortgage rules in line with the realities of today’s digital economy. Led by President Trump’s crypto agenda, this legislation cuts outdated restrictions and paves the way for broader adoption of digital assets across America’s financial system. “Owning cryptocurrency shouldn’t disqualify someone from the American dream of homeownership,” said Congresswoman Nancy Mace. “Federal mortgage guidelines are stuck in the past. Our bill brings them into the 21st century and supports President Trump’s vision for a smarter, fairer government which reflects how Americans live and invest today.” The legislation requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Department of Agriculture (USDA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to update their mortgage underwriting guidelines, systems, and standards. These changes would ensure assets held in brokerage accounts linked to cryptocurrency exchanges are considered when evaluating mortgage applications. Under the bill, lenders participating in federal mortgage programs must factor in a borrower’s verified crypto holdings, not just their traditional bank assets, when assessing creditworthiness. This could help millions of Americans, particularly younger and tech-savvy investors, qualify for mortgages which currently overlook their full financial picture. This legislation is part of a broader effort to align housing policy with the Trump administration’s push for fairer, innovation-driven financial access. It supports the administration’s work to modernize regulatory frameworks around digital assets and end outdated barriers which penalize responsible crypto investors. The bill gives federal agencies 24 months to implement the necessary updates. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-releases-voicemails-vile-threats-and-harassment-calls-following,Rep. Nancy Mace Releases Voicemails Of Vile Threats And Harassment Calls Following Charlie Kirk’s Assassination,2025-09-12,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Charleston, S.C., September 12, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) today released the following statement after her office was bombarded with hundreds of hateful and threatening phone calls from unhinged Leftists who are using Charlie Kirk’s tragic assassination as an excuse to spew more hate. “The hate pouring into our office from Democrats is vile, evil, and unhinged,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Instead of serving veterans, seniors, and families who need real help, our office is stuck listening to deranged rants from the party of hate. Every threat is being recorded, every threat is being reported, and no amount of rage from the left will silence us.” For years, people called Charlie Kirk every vile name imaginable: a “Nazi,” “Hitler,” “dangerous,” “evil” simply for defending his beliefs. This kind of dehumanizing language matters because it teaches people to see someone as less than human. This climate of hatred has consequences, and we are seeing those consequences play out in real time. The threats began pouring in within hours of Kirk’s assassination and have continued nonstop for the past 48 hours. The surge of harassment has forced the Congresswoman’s office to send all calls to voicemail so threats can be recorded and reported to the U.S. Capitol Police. This has directly disrupted the office’s ability to assist constituents. While staff are required to review, log, and report each threat, caseworkers are unable to return calls, process new casework requests, or connect constituents with critical federal services such as VA appointments, resolving problems with the IRS, or securing Social Security and Medicare benefits. No staff member should have to sit in fear, wondering if the next call is a constituent needing help or another unhinged extremist making threats. This harassment isn’t just hurting the office; it’s hurting the people of the Lowcountry. Below is just one mashup of the many vile phone calls received over the last 48 hours. LINK: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p24zhlJoQwp_nTFtMD72qUlL1rURQCPh/view?usp=sharing TRANSCRIPT: Shut her f****** p**** hole that Donald Trump’s always f******. Fill it in with f****** super glue or something. Fill that p**** in any way. She’s been f****** in it anyway and r*ped, a f****** w****. She's bringing death upon herself because she's going to die of f****** cancer, going to get a f****** cancer in her sexual organs. It's going to be painful. We don't even know who shot him. You know who I think shot him. I think you did. You are so deeply into child r*pe. You probably r*pe children yourself. With the soul of a vile c***. Throw herself in the alligator pit or I’ll push her in I don’t give a s***. I’m sure you will all pretend to be Christians too, so go f*** yourselves, ya f****** c***. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://timmons.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=208,Congressman William Timmons’ CAMPS Act (H.R. 5163) Passes House Oversight Committee,2025-09-12,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,William R. Timmons IV,T000480,timmons.house.gov,timmons,https://timmons.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Congressman William Timmons' (SC-04) Clean and Managed Public Spaces Act (CAMPS Act, H.R. 5163) has successfully passed out of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, marking a critical step toward restoring safety, order, and dignity in the Nation’s Capital. The CAMPS Act addresses the growing public safety and public health crisis caused by encampments throughout Washington, D.C. Specifically, the legislation: Bans camping on public property — no tents, tarps, or makeshift shelters on sidewalks, parks, or other public areas. Establishes penalties for violations, with fines of up to $500 or up to 30 days in jail. Empowers federal law enforcement to enforce the law when D.C. refuses to act. “Allowing people to sleep in tents on the streets is not compassion — it is neglect,” said Congressman Timmons. “A tent is not housing, a sidewalk is not a home, and leaving men, women, and families exposed to crime, addiction, and despair is unacceptable. By passing the CAMPS Act out of the Oversight Committee, we are one step closer to ensuring that America’s capital is clean, safe, and worthy of the nation it represents.” “President Trump is leading the charge to restore law and order across America. The CAMPS Act is part of that mission — ensuring Washington, D.C. reflects the strength, pride, and safety that his America First agenda delivers nationwide,” Congressman Timmons added. The CAMPS Act now advances to the House floor for consideration. The full bill text can be found HERE. ###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z https://fry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=952,Congressman Russell Fry (SC-07) Introduces Bill to Help Small and Rural Broadband Providers Secure Their Networks,2025-09-11,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Russell Fry,F000478,fry.house.gov,fry,https://fry.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Russell Fry (SC-07) introduced the Timely Replacement Under Secure and Trusted for Early and Dependable (TRUSTED) Broadband Networks Act, a bill designed to help small and rural broadband providers secure their networks by removing and replacing insecure foreign telecommunications equipment. The bill builds on the bipartisan Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019, which provided funding to help small and rural providers replace insecure foreign-supplied equipment. Congressman Fry’s legislation streamlines that process by cutting through bureaucratic red tape and ensuring America’s communications infrastructure remains safe from foreign adversaries—notably, the Chinese Communist Party. Specifically, the TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act: Exempts replacement projects from unnecessary reviews Removal and replacement of insecure communications equipment (e.g., Huawei or ZTE hardware) will not be treated as a “major federal action” under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). These projects will also not be considered “undertakings” under the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Clearly defines “covered projects” Permanent removal of communications equipment/services deemed insecure under the 2019 Act. Replacement with secure, trusted communications equipment/services. Covers all federal authorizations Streamlines permits, certifications, approvals, and other federal authorizations needed for covered projects. Cuts red tape for small providers Ensures rural and small telecom providers can secure their networks without delays caused by duplicative federal review processes. By expediting the removal of insecure, foreign-subsidized telecom hardware and accelerating deployment of trusted equipment, the TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act strengthens America’s communications networks, particularly in rural and underserved areas. “Securing our broadband infrastructure is essential to protecting not only national security, but also the everyday lives of Americans who rely on fast, safe, and reliable internet,” said Congressman Fry. “The TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act puts our small and rural providers in a position to act quickly and ensures adversaries cannot exploit vulnerabilities in U.S. networks.” “CCA appreciates Representative Fry's leadership in reintroducing the TRUSTED Broadband Networks Act,” said President and CEO of Competitive Carriers Association Tim Donovan. “Our members participating in the Rip and Replace Program are committed to secure networks, and this important national security program should not face unnecessary delays caused permitting and siting challenges. Addressing these obstacles is important to keep the program on track to meet the timeline Congress intended and secure our nation’s networks. I commend Congress’s commitment to this important effort and urge swift action on this bill.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T15:07:37Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-introduce-resolution-authorize-charlie-kirk-lie-honor-us,Rep. Nancy Mace to Introduce Resolution to Authorize Charlie Kirk to Lie in Honor in the U.S. Capitol,2025-09-11,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 11, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced she will be introducing a concurrent resolution authorizing Charlie Kirk to lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, should the Kirk family wish. Charlie Kirk devoted his life to defending the freedoms defining our nation. He inspired millions, led countless souls to Christ, and never wavered in defense of the First Amendment. Such a legacy makes him uniquely worthy of this distinction. “Charlie Kirk was more than a leader, he was a man of faith, integrity, and conviction,” said Congresswoman Mace. “He gave young Americans the courage to speak boldly, to live out their beliefs, and to never waver in the defense of freedom. It is only fitting his life be remembered in the Capitol, where the freedoms he defended are enshrined. His legacy will endure, and his faith will continue to inspire millions.” If adopted by both the House and Senate, the resolution permits Kirk’s remains to lie in honor in the Capitol Rotunda on a date and for a period of time determined by Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate. The Architect of the Capitol will oversee all necessary arrangements under the direction of the Speaker and the President pro tempore. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-mace-announces-five-amendments-made-order-fy26-ndaa,Congresswoman Mace Announces Five Amendments Made in Order to FY26 NDAA,2025-09-09,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 9, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) announced five of her amendments have been made in order for consideration during floor debate on the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The House Rules Committee has advanced the following proposals, which prioritize fairness, accountability, and American strength in our armed forces. Congresswoman Mace’s amendments advanced for debate in the FY26 NDAA: Amendment No. 14 (#24): Prohibits the Department of War from covering or furnishing gender-related medical treatment under TRICARE. Amendment No. 15 (#25): Prohibits the Superintendent of a Service Academy from allowing a male cadet or midshipman to participate in an athletic program or activity designated exclusively for females. Amendment No. 16 (#27): Prohibits the Secretary of War from soliciting information through a form or survey regarding the gender identity of an individual, providing an option to indicate the sex or gender of an individual is something other than male or female, and requiring the Secretary reject a response other than male or female to a required question on a form or survey regarding sex or gender. Amendment No. 17 (#50): Prohibits individuals from accessing or using single-sex spaces on military installations which do not correspond to their biological sex. Amendment No. 194 (#600): This amendment strengthens Buy American requirements by ensuring statutory exceptions to Department of Defense procurement rules (Berry Amendment) will not apply to fish, shellfish, or seafood products. Statement from Congresswoman Nancy Mace: “Our armed forces must remain focused on strengthening military readiness, supporting servicemembers, and protecting America, not diverting taxpayer resources to validate gender delusions. Our amendments in the FY26 NDAA restore common sense to military policy, protect taxpayer dollars from funding the grotesque chemical and surgical mutilations of our warfighters and their family members and other sick, deranged gender delusions, and let our troops focus solely on defending the greatest nation on Earth. For the Lowcountry, this means supporting our bases, shipyards, and military families while also defending our local fishing industry and jobs. The brave men and women who wear the uniform deserve nothing less than our full commitment to their mission and to America’s national security.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/nancy-mace-introduces-ndaa-amendment-single-sex-military-facilities,Nancy Mace Introduces NDAA Amendment On Single-Sex Military Facilities,2025-09-09,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 9, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) has submitted an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to prohibit individuals from accessing or using single-sex spaces on military installations which do not correspond to the biological sex of the individual. Building on President Trump’s executive order, Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism, and Restoring Biological Truth, which directs federal agencies to base single-sex facilities and policies on biological sex, Rep. Mace is committed to protecting women’s spaces. By applying the same principle to the military, her amendment ensures bathrooms, showers, barracks, and locker rooms on U.S. bases will remain grounded in biological reality. “Our men and women in uniform deserve privacy, safety, and common sense on base,” said Congresswoman Mace. “This amendment enforces the mandate President Trump put in place to uphold immutable biological truth by ensuring single-sex spaces are protected from the opposing sex. Men do not belong in women’s facilities: not in the military, not on taxpayer-funded property, not anywhere.” The measure reinforces Rep. Mace’s fight to restore accountability and common sense in the military, keeping our armed forces focused on mission readiness. It also advances Rep. Mace’s legislative efforts to protect women’s spaces, including the Protecting Women’s Private Spaces Act, which safeguards single-sex facilities on federal property, and the Restoring Biological Truth in Government Act, which requires federal agencies to recognize only male and female based on biological sex. The amendment will now be taken up by the House Rules Committee for possible inclusion in the NDAA. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-files-ndaa-amendment-end-taxpayer-funded-gender-transition,Rep. Nancy Mace Files NDAA Amendment To End Taxpayer-Funded Gender Transition Procedures,2025-09-09,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 9, 2025) — Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) has introduced an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) prohibiting the Department of War from allocating taxpayer resources toward gender-transition procedures or treatments through TRICARE. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we are restoring truth and common sense to the government,” said Congresswoman Mace. “Taxpayer dollars should never be used to fund gender-bending surgeries or hormone treatments. Our military’s purpose is to defend America, not to indulge radical experiments in gender ideology. This amendment ensures defense resources strengthen our fighting force and protect our nation, not bankroll procedures with no place in our armed forces.” The amendment draws a clear line: TRICARE, the military’s health care program, may not cover gender-transition treatments. This amendment reinforces President Trump’s leadership in restoring common sense across the federal government. In the President’s executive order, Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth, President Trump made clear taxpayer resources must not be wasted on gender ideology. Rep. Mace’s amendment applies the same standard to the Department of War, ensuring defense dollars go to strengthening our military, not funding gender-transition procedures. Background: Creates a new section of Title 10, U.S. Code, codifying gender-transition procedures as ineligible for coverage under TRICARE. Bars TRICARE from offering these services to dependents of service members. Prohibited treatments include surgeries, puberty blockers, and hormone therapies for the purpose of gender transition. Exceptions apply only for rare cases of disorders of sex development, ambiguous biological sex characteristics, or medical care required due to injury, infection, or disease. This amendment builds on legislation previously introduced by Rep. Mace as part of her broader fight to stop radical gender ideology, including the following bills: Protecting Girls’ Sports for Military Kids Act – Puts a stop to biological men taking away opportunities from female athletes in women’s sports. The legislation ensures female athletes at schools operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) get the fair playing field they deserve. Gender-Affirming Child Abuse Prevention Act – Holds predators accountable by giving victims of so-called “gender-affirming care” as minors the right to seek justice in court. This bill makes clear: mutilating children isn’t medicine, it’s abuse. Protecting Women’s Private Spaces Act – Puts an end to woke policies by requiring federal facilities to keep bathrooms, locker rooms, and other single-sex spaces reserved for biological women, protecting privacy, dignity, and common sense. Restoring Biological Truth in Government Act – Restores common sense in government by requiring federal forms and surveys to reflect biological reality: male or female, nothing else. Prison Rape Prevention Act – Bans housing biological men in women’s correctional facilities, preventing dangerous individuals from endangering female inmates. TRANS MICE Act – Puts an end to the use of taxpayer dollars for radical transgender-related experiments on animals. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-introduces-bipartisan-bill-eliminate-degree-barriers-federal,Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Eliminate Degree Barriers In Federal Contracting,2025-09-09,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 9, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) introduced the Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act, bipartisan legislation to ensure federal contractors are evaluated on demonstrated skills and abilities rather than unnecessary degree requirements which often exclude qualified Americans from federal opportunities. This legislation would prohibit federal agencies from including minimum education or experience requirements in contract solicitations unless the agency provides a written justification demonstrating such standards are essential to meeting mission needs. “For far too long, federal contracting has favored paper credentials over proven ability,” said Congresswoman Mace. “This outdated approach doesn’t serve taxpayers, and it doesn’t serve the American workforce. The Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act restores common sense by ensuring agencies look first at what people can do, not what’s printed on their diploma. It’s about accountability, competition, and opening doors for American workers whose skills keep this country strong.” Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), who is serving as the Democratic co-lead on the legislation, emphasized the bipartisan commitment to expanding opportunity: “Too many talented Americans are locked out of good-paying jobs because of outdated degree requirements that have nothing to do with the skills needed to succeed,” said Congressman Krishnamoorthi. “The federal government should be leading by example in breaking down the ‘paper ceiling’ and making sure workers are judged by what they can do, not just where they went to school. The bipartisan Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act is about expanding opportunity, strengthening our workforce, and ensuring we harness the full potential of every American.” The Skills-Based Federal Contracting Act builds on President Trump’s executive order, “Restoring Merit to Government Service,” which directs federal hiring to be based on merit, practical skill, and dedication to the Constitution. By extending these principles to contracting, the legislation reinforces a merit-based system, ensures taxpayer dollars are spent more efficiently, and opens federal opportunities to hardworking Americans with the skills to deliver results. This bipartisan bill also reflects a growing effort to eliminate outdated hiring barriers, prioritize skills over degrees, and build a stronger American workforce. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-leads-fight-keep-men-out-womens-sports-service-academies,Rep. Nancy Mace Leads Fight To Keep Men Out Of Women’s Sports At Service Academies,2025-09-09,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 9, 2025) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) has submitted an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to protect female athletes and keep men out of women’s sports at U.S. Service Academies. Rep. Mace’s amendment makes it clear: the Superintendent of a Service Academy cannot allow male cadets or midshipmen to compete in athletic programs reserved exclusively for women. Rep. Mace’s amendment defines female and male by biological reality, not ideology, putting athletic eligibility back on the side of science, not politics. “Women who fight to earn their spot on Service Academy teams deserve a level playing field,” said Congresswoman Mace. “This amendment ends the nonsense, protects fairness, and ensures female athletes at our nation’s military academies are not forced to give up opportunities they’ve worked hard to earn.” Rep. Mace’s amendment reflects President Trump’s leadership in protecting women’s sports and rooting out woke ideology from federal policy. By extending his executive order Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to U.S. Service Academies, Rep. Mace ensures America’s future military leaders compete on a fair, level playing field grounded in biological reality. Rep. Mace’s amendment underscores her commitment to protecting women’s rights, defending fairness in athletics, and demanding accountability in federal policy. It now heads to the Rules Committee for consideration as part of the NDAA. Rep. Mace has championed a series of bills to defend biological reality, including: Protecting Girls’ Sports for Military Kids Act – Puts a stop to biological men taking away opportunities from female athletes in women’s sports. The legislation ensures female athletes at schools operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) get the fair playing field they deserve. Gender-Affirming Child Abuse Prevention Act – Holds predators accountable by giving victims of so-called “gender-affirming care” as minors the right to seek justice in court. This bill makes clear: mutilating children isn’t medicine, it’s abuse. Protecting Women’s Private Spaces Act – Puts an end to woke policies by requiring federal facilities to keep bathrooms, locker rooms, and other single-sex spaces reserved for biological women, protecting privacy, dignity, and common sense. Restoring Biological Truth in Government Act – Restores common sense in government by requiring federal forms and surveys to reflect biological reality: male or female, nothing else. Prison Rape Prevention Act – Bans housing biological men in women’s correctional facilities, preventing dangerous individuals from endangering female inmates. TRANS MICE Act – Puts an end to the use of taxpayer dollars for radical transgender-related experiments on animals. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-maces-amendment-fights-protect-american-seafood,Rep. Nancy Mace's Amendment Fights To Protect American Seafood,2025-09-09,2025,2025-09,Republican,House,SC,Nancy Mace,M000194,mace.house.gov,mace,https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"(Washington, D.C., September 9, 2025) — Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) announced new action to safeguard South Carolina’s shrimpers, fishermen, and coastal economy by introducing an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) requiring the Department of War (DoW) to purchase only American-caught seafood. “For too long, foreign competitors have undercut American workers, threatened our economy, and exploited loopholes in federal law. Our amendment ends it,” said Congresswoman Mace. “If the Pentagon is buying seafood, it will come from American waters, caught by American hands, not from our adversaries.” First enacted in 1941, the Berry Amendment ensures the DoW buys American-made products critical to national security. Rep. Mace’s amendment specifically closes the loophole for seafood, requiring every fish, shrimp, and shellfish the Pentagon buys to come from U.S. sources, not foreign imports. This amendment comes as South Carolina shrimpers battle unfair competition and alleged mislabeling of foreign shrimp as “local.” By enforcing fair rules and putting American-caught seafood first, it ensures the Pentagon buys only American-caught seafood, giving South Carolina shrimpers the fair shake they deserve. Bryan Jones the Vice President of the South Carolina Shrimpers Association provided the following quote: ""This amendment is a matter of fairness, and we are grateful to Congresswoman Mace for her leadership. The Department of War has a responsibility to feed our troops and their families safe, high-quality seafood. By closing this loophole, the Congresswoman is ensuring that our military's food supply is not only secure but also supports the very American workers who are the backbone of our coastal communities. This is a common-sense measure that protects both our national security and our domestic industry."" “South Carolina’s shrimpers and fishermen are the backbone of our coastal economy and they feed American families,” added Mace. “They work from sunup to sundown, carrying on generations of tradition and keeping our Lowcountry alive. We will not allow foreign interests to game the system at their expense. Our people deserve a level playing field, and we will always stand up to make sure they get it.” This amendment is one of five Mace proposals made in order for consideration during floor debate on the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:10:29Z