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://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-releases-term-review-118th-congress,Congresswoman Lee Releases Term in Review for 118th Congress,2024-12-30,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"DOWNLOAD: Lee’s 118th Congress Term in Review WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released her Term in Review report for the 118th Congress, spanning her work from 2023 to 2024 in Washington and in Nevada. Among deeper summaries and highlights of her legislation signed into law, investments secured, and constituents helped, the report includes the following topline numbers: Ranked #1 Most Bipartisan Member of Congress 3,199 cases closed for southern Nevadans by a nationally recognized casework team Five Lee-led bipartisan bills signed into law $7.7+ million secured for individual constituents through casework $5.06 billion returned to Nevadans through grants and other federal investments 60 bills led, 82% of which were bipartisan 14 passed out of the U.S. House of Representatives 51,000+ responses to legislative emails, calls, and letters 425+ events attended and hosted across Nevada 180 letters sent to the Administration and Congressional Leadership 177+ legislative meetings held with constituents and advocacy groups in Washington The report highlights significant milestones throughout the year, such as: Breaking ground on Brightline West, the nation’s first-ever high-speed rail, made possible by legislation that Lee helped negotiate and pass. Brightline West is creating 35,000 good-paying jobs. Hosting Lee’s second annual Southern Nevada Water Summit. Passing bipartisan legislation to lower housing costs, secure southern Nevada’s water, clean up toxic abandoned hardrock mines, protect children online, strengthen outdoor recreation and more. Securing millions of federal investments for local projects like completing the Red Rock Legacy Trail, procuring a new emergency command vehicle for LVMPD, upgrading streetlights and traffic safety in one of Las Vegas’s most dangerous intersections, and more. The full report is available to be downloaded here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-stands-against-government-shutdown-advocates-for-nevada-s-working-families,"Horsford Stands Against Government Shutdown, Advocates for Nevada’s Working Families",2024-12-20,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) released the followed statement emphasizing the urgent need to avert a government shutdown: “A government shutdown would be disastrous for Nevada’s working families. Elon Musk and Donald Trump ordered House Republicans to walk away from a bipartisan deal that would have included $70 million in investments for Nevada, including $34 million towards disaster and economic relief for our farmers and $8.55 million in critical infrastructure repair funding. And now, over 12,000 federal employees in Nevada could be furloughed, days before the holidays. “Once again, the public servants that help Nevadans are being used as pawns in partisan games. Rather than giving in to the chaos and division, I am focused on practical solutions that protect Nevada families and keep the government open and working for the people. Nevadans deserve leadership that prioritizes stability and progress, and I will continue to work for the resources our communities need to thrive.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-vote-prevent-government-shutdown-would-devastate,Congresswoman Lee Statement on Vote to Prevent Government Shutdown That Would Devastate Nevada,2024-12-20,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, ahead of a looming December 20th government shutdown, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement on her vote in support of a short-term government funding continuing resolution (CR): “House Republican Leadership should not have betrayed their word on a negotiated bipartisan deal to prevent a shutdown because Elon Musk — an unelected multi-billionaire — told them to. “We stood strong against Musk and House Republicans’ failed attempt to defund Social Security. “This bill protects Nevada’s working families, economy, seniors, veterans, and servicemembers. It will keep the government open, lower costs, invest $70 million in Nevada, and strengthen our national security. “I am once again asking House Republican Leadership to work with both parties on a long-term budget.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-republican-leadership-betraying-their-word,Congresswoman Lee Statement on Republican Leadership Betraying Their Word on Bipartisan Deal,2024-12-19,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement after Republican Leadership betrayed their word on a negotiated bipartisan deal to fund the government: “Republicans and Democrats negotiated a deal in good faith that would prevent a government shutdown, lower costs for working families, and provide $70 million to Nevada in disaster, agriculture, and economic relief. “Because of Elon Musk — an unelected multi-billionaire — House Republicans betrayed their word and chose to play politics with the well-being of our working families, servicemembers, seniors, veterans, and economy. “I am once again asking House Republican Leadership to work with both parties on a bipartisan solution to keep the government running because our families, economy, and military depend on it.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-congresswoman-lees-bipartisan-legislation-expand-biking-and-rock,PASSED: Congresswoman Lee’s Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Biking and Rock Climbing Passes Senate,2024-12-19,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, two of Congresswoman Susie Lee’s (NV-03) bipartisan bills to expand recreational biking and climbing opportunities passed out of the U.S. Senate with overwhelming support as part of the Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act — a broader bipartisan package to bolster outdoor recreation and promote public lands in Nevada and across the United States. The EXPLORE Act passed out of U.S. House in April and now heads to President Biden to be signed into law. Lee’s two provisions in the EXPLORE Act are: The Biking On Long-Distance Trails (BOLT) Act to expand outdoor recreation opportunities by identifying potential long-distance bike trails and expanding mapping resources for long-distance bikers. The Protecting America’s Rock Climbing (PARC) Act to clarify Congress’ intent for climbing to be an allowable and compatible activity on wilderness designations, with the goal of preventing land management agencies from prohibiting fixed anchors as illegal installations. “Nevada is home to some of the world’s most incredible public lands and my bipartisan legislation will expand access to hiking, biking, and climbing opportunities for all,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “I look forward to the President signing my BOLT and PARC Acts into law to strengthen outdoor recreation.” Read more about the bipartisan legislation here. Below: Congresswoman Lee biking and climbing across southern Nevada, including with world-famous free solo climber and NV-03 constituent Alex Honnold. Congresswoman Lee has been a champion for expanding access to Nevada public lands and frequently hikes and bikes through them. Last year, she joined world-famous free solo climber Alex Honnold, a constituent of Nevada’s Third Congressional District, on a local climb to discuss the importance of recreational climbing sites and her legislation to protect them.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-announces-nv-04-winners-of-the-2024-congressional-app-challenge,Horsford Announces NV-04 Winners of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge,2024-12-18,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Nevada’s Fourth Congressional District. “The students who participated in this year’s Congressional App Challenge demonstrated creativity and a drive to solve real-world problems through technology,” said Congressman Horsford. “I’m inspired seeing them use their skills to make a difference in our community and beyond. I’d like to extend my congratulations to all the participants and especially to our first-place winner, Abesalom Webb, whose app, Emotion Matcher, stands out as an innovative tool to foster emotional intelligence.” First Place: Emotion Matcher by Abesalom Webb Emotion Matcher uses artificial intelligence to help users recognize emotions by analyzing hand-drawn facial expressions. It’s especially beneficial for individuals seeking to improve their emotional intelligence or those with conditions like Alexithymia that make emotion recognition challenging. The app’s inspiration came from personal experiences with his cousin Nate, who struggles with identifying emotions. Second Place: Diplomat by Asher Kay Diplomat streamlines the process of organizing Model United Nations tournaments by eliminating the need for email communication. The app’s inspiration came from Asher’s involvement in Speech and Debate and his desire to bring similar efficiency and modernization to the Model UN community. Third Place: Mental Health Forum by Ronan Fay Mental Health Forum facilities community support through user-generated posts and provides a map of mental health facilities in the Las Vegas area. The app’s inspiration came from a desire to provide accessible resources and support for those experiencing mental health challenges. Additionally, Congressman Horsford would like the recognize these Honorable Mentions: Fresh Start 2Day by Kai Boulware: Connecting incarcerated individuals with housing, employment, and other reintegration resources. Winged Words & Equations by Jonah Lee: An educational game for children to strengthen their skills in math and English through interactive challenges. The Congressional App Challenge aims to engage students in STEM education and celebrate their technical achievements. As the First Place winner for Nevada’s Fourth District, Abesalom Webb will have the opportunity to present Emotion Matcher at the #HouseOfCode event in Washington, DC and have the app displayed in the United States Capitol Building.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-congresswoman-lees-bipartisan-bill-speed-housing-infrastructure-and-0,"PASSED: Congresswoman Lee’s Bipartisan Bill to Speed Up Housing, Infrastructure, and Conservation Projects Passes Senate with Overwhelming Support",2024-12-18,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee’s (NV-03) bipartisan Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts (AACE) Act passed the U.S. Senate with overwhelming support from both parties. The legislation — co-led by Republican David Joyce (OH-14) and supported by stakeholders ranging from the Nevada Conservation League to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce — will ensure that Department of the Interior (DOI) public land transactions are completed effectively and efficiently by increasing access to qualified and cost-competitive appraisers. It was led by Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) in the Senate and is endorsed by Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. With its passage in the House and the Senate, the bill now heads to the President’s desk. “We can’t let red tape get in the way of key land transactions that will help build more homes and cut housing costs,” said Congresswoman Lee. “The AACE Act cuts through red tape by giving the Department of the Interior a much-needed tool to more quickly get land deals done at no additional cost to the American taxpayer. My bipartisan bill is just one step away from being signed into law.” DOI oversees hundreds of millions of acres of public lands nationwide, but before it can complete any land transactions, it must first guarantee that these transactions are done at fair market value. With growing demands, the agency has had to rely increasingly on private appraisers who can only work in the specific states where they are credentialed — unlike full-time federal appraisers, who have been able to work quickly and easily across state lines for decades. This creates bottlenecks that undermine conservation, economic, housing, and infrastructure projects on public lands. The AACE Act will tackle federal appraisal bottlenecks by making more appraisers available to DOI. The bill will cut government red tape and maximize DOI's efficiency without spending a single additional dollar of taxpayers' money. It will also require DOI to continue to prioritize working with local appraisers, unlocking the enhanced flexibility provided by the bill only when no qualified and cost-competitive local appraisers are available to perform needed services. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/signed-law-congresswoman-lees-bipartisan-bill-clean-toxic-abandoned-hardrock,SIGNED INTO LAW: Congresswoman Lee's Bipartisan Bill to Clean Up Toxic Abandoned Hardrock Mines Signed into Law,2024-12-18,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"DOWNLOAD VIDEO: Lee’s 12/10 floor speech ahead of House vote WASHINGTON – Last night, President Joe Biden signed into law the bipartisan, bicameral Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act, or “Good Sam legislation,” led by Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03), Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) and Congresswoman Mary Peltola (AK-AL), to clean up toxic abandoned hardrock mines. The legislation had previously passed out of the House and Senate with overwhelming support from both parties. It is also supported by Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. “Abandoned hardrock mines in Nevada and across the country are poisoning our waters, threatening Tribal lands, and their hazardous landscapes have injured and killed Americans. For 25 years, bills like this one to clean up these mines have stalled because of Washington politics. Today, we made history by finally empowering nonprofits and agencies that are willing and able to assist this long overdue clean up,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03). “Because of commonsense bipartisanship, our nation is now on a path to cleaner waters and safer landscapes.” In a statement, President Biden thanked Congresswoman Lee and her fellow co-leads for their leadership. There are hundreds of thousands of abandoned hardrock mines scattered throughout the country, particularly concentrated in the American West — with an estimated 300,000 historic mining-related features and sites located in Nevada alone. Many of these sites pose direct risks to human health, the environment, and tribal lands, sending mercury, arsenic, lead and other toxic materials into Western waters and communities in addition to the physical dangers they present. State and local agencies and non-profit organizations that have no legal or financial responsibility for these abandoned hardrock hazards — true Good Samaritans — actively want to volunteer to clean up some of these sites, but they currently risk incurring the same liability that would have applied to the original and often long-defunct polluters who can no longer be held to account. To date, this has deterred would-be Good Samaritans from moving ahead with cleanup efforts. This Good Sam legislation will create a new, carefully crafted pilot program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for qualified Good Samaritans to begin remediating up to 15 low-risk abandoned hardrock mine sites — while preserving a backstop of Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and Clean Water Act enforcement. The Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act is supported by the National Mining Association, the American Exploration and Mining Association, American Rivers, American Sportfishing Association, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, National Parks Conservation Association, National Wildlife Federation, Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, The Conservation Alliance, The Nature Conservancy, Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, and Trout Unlimited. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-attends-first-meeting-as-a-member-of-the-doge-caucus,Horsford Attends First Meeting as a Member of the DOGE Caucus,2024-12-17,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) participated in his first meeting as a member of the Delivering Outstanding Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus, a bipartisan group focused on addressing inefficiencies and waste within the federal government. As an advocate for working families, Congressman Horsford released the following statement about his participation in the caucus to protect their interests: “I’m here to defend the working families in Nevada that I represent. Being part of the DOGE Caucus makes sure I have a seat at the table during conversations about streamlining government programs and cutting waste. While we work to make our government more efficient, I appreciate that Republicans have made clear they will not propose cuts to vital programs like Social Security and Medicare, which are essential to our seniors and working families. I will continue to advocate to make sure any changes benefit our communities, not harm them. There’s a lot of work to be done, and I intend to make sure that the priorities of Nevadans are front and center.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:07:19Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-applauds-president-biden-s-historic-clemency-action,Horsford Applauds President Biden’s Historic Clemency Action,2024-12-12,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) praised President Biden’s announcement of the largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history. “President Biden’s clemency actions are an important step toward restoring fairness and equity in our justice system, giving hope to families in Nevada and across the country,” said Congressman Horsford. “By granting second chances to those who have demonstrated their rehabilitation, this action will correct past injustices and strengthen our communities for the future. These commutations build on the success of the CARES Act, which I voted for to allow individuals to reintegrate safely into society during the pandemic. But even as we celebrate this progress, let’s remember that thousands of individuals remain trapped in outdated and unjust sentences that would be shorter under today’s laws. President Biden has the power to bring more families together and set a precedent for future administrations to follow. I urge him to continue reviewing petitions and take steps to urgently address these inequities.” Congressman Horsford has long supported addressing systemic inequities in the justice system and creating opportunities for redemption and rehabilitation, including voting for the CARES Act to provide a pathway for individuals to reintegrate into their communities.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-secures-wins-for-nevada-while-opposing-harmful-provisions-in-fy25-nda,Horsford Secures Wins for Nevada While Opposing Harmful Provisions in FY25 NDA,2024-12-11,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) voted for the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to deliver major wins for Nevada and historic investments in military pay and defense infrastructure he secured through his work in the Armed Services Committee. While he opposes the last-minute inclusion of provisions that undermine the dignity and well-being of military families, he voted in favor of addressing Nevada’s unique defense needs and supporting local servicemembers. The FY25 NDAA passed the House with a vote of 281-140. “This year’s NDAA includes significant resources for Nevada that I worked to secure, including funding for military construction, pay raises for servicemembers, and expanded support for military families,” said Congressman Horsford. “I am proud to have fought for these wins that will improve the lives of service members and their families in Nevada and across the nation. However, I remain concerned about the harmful, last-minute provisions that strip healthcare away from military families and put politics ahead of their well-being. I will work to reverse these policies so we uphold the dignity and well-being of all military families.” The FY25 NDAA includes wins secured by Congressman Horsford, including $25 million for the Nevada National Security Site’s PULSE project, $18 million for military construction at the Hawthorne Army Depot, and measures to evaluate quality-of-life improvements at Creech and Nellis Air Force Bases. Additionally, he helped ensure the bill includes funding to modernize military allowances, including raising the Basic Needs Allowance threshold to 200% of the federal poverty guidelines and improving the Basic Allowance for Subsistence. The bill also invests $102.3 million in Historically Black Colleges and Universities, establishes a perinatal mental health program, advances key reporting on military child care access and energy resilience, and retains Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives that promote fairness and opportunity within the Armed Forces. While he voted for the bill, Congressman Horsford condemned the last-minute inclusion of Section 708, which prohibits TRICARE from covering gender-affirming care for transgender youth, as a harmful and unnecessary attack on military families. He remains committed to reversing these policies and ensuring all military families are treated with dignity and respect.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lees-defense-bill-provisions-nevada-pass-house,Congresswoman Lee’s Defense Bill Provisions for Nevada Pass House,2024-12-11,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) voted to pass the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025. The legislation includes a number of wins for military families, national security, and Nevada-specific projects. “This year's bipartisan defense bill makes critical investments in our national security and the military families who make sacrifices every day to keep us safe. Notably, it includes a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers and a 4.5% raise for all other troops. I was proud to also secure several provisions to improve health care for southern Nevada’s servicemembers and boost our military readiness,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. Lee’s amendments and legislation passed as part of the defense bill include: Improved trauma care for civilians at military treatment facilities, such as through the program run by Nellis AFB’s Mike O’Callaghan Military Medical Center, strengthening emergency care services for the entire southern Nevada community. Language paving the way for Lee’s Military and Educational Data Integration Act to help states provide better information to students about military service as a possible career path, as well as language protecting and expanding the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC). Requirements from the Blast Overpressure Safety Act, which Lee co-leads, to better protect servicemembers from blast overpressure and traumatic brain injuries sustained in the line of duty. Additionally, the bipartisan defense bill makes significant improvements to quality of life for military servicemembers and their families, including: A 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers and 4.5% pay raise for all other servicemembers. Expanding childcare benefits through Department of Defense Child Development Programs, fully funds childcare fee assistance programs, and ensures that pay for childcare staff at Department of Defense childcare centers is competitive with private industry. Improving servicemember housing with $177 million in military construction design funds to accelerate replacement of poor and failing unaccompanied housing and barracks. Combatting servicemember food insecurity through a re-evaluation of the Basic Allowance for Subsistence. Eliminating copays for contraceptives and establishes a demonstration program for cryopreservation storage, effectively lowering the cost of and expanding protections for servicemembers’ reproductive care. Supporting opportunities for military spouses to find gainful employment and take care of their families. The defense bill also includes key priorities for Nevada national security installations and servicemembers: $136.3 million for construction projects at the Nevada National Security Site and military installations across Nevada. No funding for defense nuclear waste storage at Yucca Mountain. $220 million for the procurement of two additional C-130Js, which will bring the Nevada Air National Guard one step closer to securing the aircraft they need to continue their wildland fire fighting and national defense missions. The FY25 NDAA also includes critical investments to our ally Israel for programs such as the Iron Dome, David’s Sling Weapons System, and the Arrow 3 Upper Tier Interceptor Program. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-applauds-wins-for-nye-county-in-the-water-resources-development-act,Horsford Applauds Wins for Nye County in the Water Resources Development Act,2024-12-10,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) celebrated the passage of the Water Resources Development Act and highlighted the federal investments for Nye County and the town of Pahrump. The legislation will help to transform the region’s water infrastructure and drought management. “This is a big win for Nye County and our rural communities,” said Congressman Horsford. “With $14 million secured for water and wastewater infrastructure in the Pahrump Valley, we’re taking a major step toward ensuring reliable, clean water for Nevadans. I’m proud to support this legislation to address long-standing water challenges and invest in the future of our state.” The Water Resources Development Act of 2024 allocates $10 million for environmental infrastructure projects, including a water wellfield and pipeline in Nye County, and an additional $4 million for water and wastewater directly in the town of Pahrump. These funds will provide support for modernizing local water systems, improving quality of life, and fostering economic growth.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-congresswoman-lees-bipartisan-bill-clean-toxic-abandoned-hardrock-mines,PASSED: Congresswoman Lee's Bipartisan Bill to Clean Up Toxic Abandoned Hardrock Mines Passes House with Overwhelming Support,2024-12-10,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"DOWNLOAD VIDEO: Lee’s floor speech ahead of vote WASHINGTON – Today, the bipartisan, bicameral Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act, or “Good Sam legislation” led by Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03), Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02) and Congresswoman Mary Peltola (AK-AL), to clean up toxic abandoned hardrock mines passed the House of Representatives with overwhelming support from both parties. Companion legislation that has already passed the Senate on July 31 is being led by Senators Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Jim Risch (R-ID). This legislation now heads to the White House, where the President is expected to sign it. It is also supported by Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. There are hundreds of thousands of abandoned hardrock mines scattered throughout the country, particularly concentrated in the American West — with an estimated 300,000 historic mining-related features and sites located in Nevada alone. Many of these sites pose direct risks to human health, the environment, and tribal lands, sending mercury, arsenic, lead and other toxic materials into Western waters and communities in addition to the physical dangers they present. State and local agencies and non-profit organizations that have no legal or financial responsibility for these abandoned hardrock hazards — true Good Samaritans — actively want to volunteer to clean up some of these sites, but they currently risk incurring the same liability that would have applied to the original and often long-defunct polluters who can no longer be held to account. To date, this has deterred would-be Good Samaritans from moving ahead with cleanup efforts. This Good Sam legislation will create a new, carefully crafted pilot program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for qualified Good Samaritans to begin remediating up to 15 low-risk abandoned hardrock mine sites — while preserving a backstop of Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and Clean Water Act enforcement. “Abandoned hardrock mines in Nevada and across the country are poisoning our waters, threatening Tribal lands, and their hazardous landscapes have injured and killed Americans. For 25 years, Good Sam bills — which would clean up these mines — have stalled because of Washington politics. Today, Republicans and Democrats made history by finally empowering Good Samaritan organizations that are willing and able to assist this long overdue clean up,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03). “Because of commonsense bipartisanship, our nation is now on a path to cleaner waters and safer landscapes.” “The State of Nevada applauds the passage of the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act of 2024 today,” said Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. “This legislation will ensure significant progress in our efforts to clean up abandoned mines in Nevada and across the United States. I was proud to voice my support for this bill, and I’m deeply grateful to our entire federal delegation who worked tirelessly on this bipartisan initiative that will benefit of our state and country.” The Biden Administration has already communicated its support for the bill to Congress, emphasizing that cleaning up America’s abandoned hardrock mines “will require investments and support beyond the federal government.” The pilot program established by the bill, administration officials have added, will allow “the federal government to learn lessons on how to best permit and manage remediation of these sites going forward.” “For more than 25 years, Good Samaritans have tried to clean up abandoned mines but have faced significant hurdles and liability rules that hold them responsible for all the pre-existing pollution from a mine — despite having no involvement with the mines before their cleanup efforts. With today’s passage, we’ve now cleared one of the final hurdles preventing these groups from helping to protect the land, water, fish, and wildlife our communities rely on. This victory belongs to every single person who rolled up their sleeves to fix this longstanding injustice, and I’d like to thank those who have carried the baton to get us to this point. I am grateful for President Biden’s support of the bill, and his signature will allow Good Samaritans to get to work,” said Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM). “I introduced the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act with Senator Heinrich to remove unnecessary barriers to clean up long-abandoned mine sites in Idaho and across the United States,” said Senator Jim Risch (R-ID). “This work is long overdue. I am pleased to see our bill pass the House of Representatives with resounding bipartisan support and look forward to its swift signing into law.” “Despite having no legal or financial responsibility to do so, state agencies, non-profits, and advocates are eager to contribute to abandoned hardrock mine cleanup efforts,” said Congresswoman Mary Peltola (AK-AL). “But, right now, over-burdensome permitting requirements bar them from doing so. Too often, government red tape prevents good work from getting done — that’s why passing our Good Samaritan bill is huge for mine cleanup throughout Alaska!” ""This legislation has been decades in the making,” said Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (UT-02). “I'm grateful for the bipartisan support of my colleagues and the many stakeholders across the country who helped us achieve this milestone. With my bill in place, state agencies, non-profits, mining companies and other volunteers can clean up abandoned mines without being held liable by the EPA or undergoing extensive permitting requirements. Thanks to this bill, Utahns will have the freedom to make their state a safer and cleaner place."" The Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act is also supported by the National Mining Association, the American Exploration and Mining Association, American Rivers, American Sportfishing Association, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, National Parks Conservation Association, National Wildlife Federation, Outdoor Recreation Roundtable, The Conservation Alliance, The Nature Conservancy, Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, and Trout Unlimited ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-congresswoman-lees-provisions-bipartisan-water-bill-pass-out-house-0,PASSED: Congresswoman Lee’s Provisions in Bipartisan Water Bill Pass Out of House,2024-12-10,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) applauded the passage of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024 out of the U.S. House of Representatives. The biennial, bipartisan legislation includes her requests to protect southern Nevada’s water supply, including support for Laughlin’s water system and the Las Vegas Wash program. This version of the legislation has already been negotiated by both chambers of Congress and now heads to the Senate for final passage. It is expected to be signed into law by the President this year. “No one knows better than a Nevadan just how precious our water is. That’s why I made securing water infrastructure investments for Laughlin and the Las Vegas Wash my top priorities for the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2024,” said Colorado River Caucus Vice-Chair Susie Lee. “The Senate has included my provisions for Laughlin and the Las Vegas Wash in the final bill, and we expect it to be signed into law by President this year.” Included in the bipartisan legislation are Congresswoman Lee’s top priorities for Southern Nevada: To authorize $29 million in United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) environmental infrastructure assistance for improvements to the Big Bend Water District Water Treatment and Delivery System in Laughlin, NV. To include an adapted version of Congresswoman Lee’s Las Vegas Wash Program Extension Act as part of WRDA 2024, which will raise the funding cap of the Las Vegas Wash program from $40 million to $60 million. Sitting at the southern tip of Nevada, Laughlin is struggling with water infrastructure no longer sufficient to meet its needs, especially in the event of an emergency. The town’s water treatment and delivery system is the only such system managed by the Las Vegas Valley Water District that lacks a secondary water source and lags in water storage capacity. To meet this crisis, Congresswoman Lee requested assistance to update Laughlin’s water system, which includes the construction of a new groundwater well. Farther north, the Las Vegas Wash carries more than 200 million gallons of water to Lake Mead every day and allows southern Nevada to recycle nearly every drop of water it uses indoors. Raising the funding cap on the federally supported Las Vegas Wash program would help ensure that projects to protect and restore the channel receive necessary resources. Just last year, Congresswoman Lee announced a separate $20 million investment in the Las Vegas Wash, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which she helped negotiate and pass. The full text of WRDA 2024 can be found here. As Vice-Chair of the bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, Congresswoman Susie Lee has been dedicated to finding solutions to the ongoing effects of Nevada’s megadrought. Last Congress, her Large-Scale Water Recycling Project Investment Act was signed into law as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. In 2023, she secured more than $122 million for local water projects, including the Las Vegas Wash and Lake Mead. She also led a bipartisan group of U.S. Representatives calling on the Biden Administration to take federal action to safeguard the Colorado River System after a series of missed deadlines, which helped build the momentum necessary for the Colorado River Basin states to reach a historic agreement to voluntarily conserve 3 million additional acre-feet of water through 2026. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/one-year-later-congresswoman-lee-statement-one-year-anniversary-unlv-shooting,ONE YEAR LATER: Congresswoman Lee Statement on the One Year Anniversary of UNLV Shooting,2024-12-06,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement remembering last year’s UNLV shooting that took the lives of three professors: “My heart is with UNLV and our southern Nevada community today. One year ago, UNLV students and faculty were instructed to RUN-HIDE-FIGHT. They barricaded themselves behind classroom doors, hid under their desks, and texted their family ‘I love you.’ By day’s end, three faculty members were taken from us: Patricia Navarro-Velez, Jerry Chang, and Naoko Takemaru. “We must end this sick cycle of gun violence, and it can never be normalized. This was not normal last year and it is not normal today. In Congress, we have passed historic gun safety legislation, but it’s not enough. We have to honor all those we lost with more action.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-cosponsors-the-fair-housing-for-disabled-veterans-act,Horsford Cosponsors the Fair Housing for Disabled Veterans Act,2024-12-05,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) cosponsored the Fair Housing for Disabled Veterans Act to support Nevada’s disabled veterans. This legislation would ensure that veterans’ disability and pension payments don’t count as income when determining eligibility for affordable housing programs, removing a significant barrier to safe and affordable housing. “Our veterans have given so much for this country, and it’s our responsibility to make sure they aren’t left behind when it comes to affordable housing,” said Congressman Horsford. “This bill is about fairness and making sure that those who served aren’t penalized for the benefits they earned. I’m proud to stand with my colleagues to ensure that our disabled veterans have the support they need to thrive.” The Fair Housing for Disabled Veterans Act removes an issue in current housing programs that disqualifies many disabled veterans from affordable housing because their service-related benefits push them over income limits. This bill would ensure disabled veterans can access these programs without sacrificing the stability those benefits are intended to provide. By removing the barrier, the legislation would take a step forward to combat veteran homelessness and support veterans as they transition to civilian life.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-introduces-the-total-care-act-to-improve-access-to-women-s-healthcare-for-military-families,Horsford Introduces the TOTAL Care Act to Improve Access to Women’s Healthcare for Military Families,2024-12-05,2024,2024-12,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04), introduced the bipartisan TRICARE OBGYN Treatment and Access without Lags in Care Act (TOTAL Care Act) with Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) and Congresswoman Maria Salazar (FL-27). This legislation would eliminate referral requirements for obstetric and gynecologic care under TRICARE Prime, providing service members and their families with more timely and effective access to critical health services. “Military families face enough challenges without unnecessary barriers to essential healthcare,” said Congressman Horsford. “The TOTAL Care Act will streamline access to OB-GYN care to ensure families don’t experience delays that can lead to more serious health concerns. Every servicemember and their dependents deserve healthcare that works for them.” ""OB-GYN care is primary care,” said Congresswoman Houlahan. “As a veteran, I am proud to stand with my colleagues to introduce this long overdue legislation to ensure our servicemembers and their families receive care in line with their civilian counterparts and without additional referrals or barriers,"" said Houlahan. ""Today, there are more women in our armed forces than ever. They should not be unfairly burdened simply because they raised their right hands in service. With retention issues looming and increasing global conflicts abroad, now is the time to double down in our dedication to our servicemembers. This bipartisan effort reaffirms that they matter and that their care is paramount to our collective security.” The TOTAL Care Act establishes a pilot program to allow TRICARE Prime beneficiaries to seek obstetric and gynecologic care without a referral. This includes ordering related medical items and designating an OB-GYN provider as an additional primary care provider. By addressing delays caused by referral requirements, this legislation seeks to improve outcomes for women’s health while reducing the strain on primary care providers. The pilot program would last five years and include a detailed assessment of its impact on enrollment and costs to ensure transparency and accountability in its implementation. This initiative reflects a bipartisan desire to support military families by ensuring their healthcare needs are met with the urgency and quality of care they deserve.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:13:55Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/photo-release-congresswoman-lee-honors-local-veterans-vietnam-veteran-pins,PHOTO RELEASE: Congresswoman Lee Honors Local Veterans with Vietnam Veteran Pins,2024-11-03,2024,2024-11,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,###,1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T22:07:06Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/ahead-winter-congresswoman-lee-announces-15-million-federal-investments-lower,"Ahead of Winter, Congresswoman Lee Announces $15 Million in Federal Investments to Lower Energy Costs in Nevada",2024-10-31,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced that the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) is delivering $15 million in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) investments to help lower energy costs for low-income families ahead of the winter season. For more than 40 years, the LIHEAP program has provided federal assistance for families to protect their homes against hot summers and cold winters. LIHEAP helps prevent energy shutoffs, restore services, make minor energy-related home repairs, and weatherize homes to make them more energy efficient. The investment comes in part through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Lee helped negotiate and pass. “Lowering energy costs are top of mind for southern Nevadans, especially as temperatures start to drop this winter,”said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “Federal investments like this can give working families a little bit more breathing room. I’m glad that I could help play a part in delivering these investments through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-helps-secure-375m-recreation-and-restoration-projects-nevada,"Congresswoman Lee Helps Secure $375M+ for Recreation and Restoration Projects in Nevada, Lake Tahoe Basin",2024-10-29,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced that she helped secure a $375 million federal investment for 36 local and regional infrastructure and conservation projects in Nevada and the Lake Tahoe Basin. Provided by targeted land sales under the Southern Nevada Public Land Management Act (SNPLMA), this investment will support recreation improvement, wildlife habitat conservation, hazardous fuels reduction, wildfire prevention, and job creation, through the Department of the Interior. As Southern Nevada’s only member of the House Appropriations Committee, Lee has consistently fought to protect SNPLMA funding to ensure that this important program can continue to benefit Nevadans. “This new investment will help ensure that Southern Nevada remains a world-class outdoor recreation destination and conservation leader. It will protect our water and lands, improve our outdoor recreation infrastructure, and combat the climate crisis,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “As Southern Nevada’s only voice on the Appropriations Committee, I will continue to secure federal investments for environmental conservation, economic development, and job creation.” “Since 1998, public land sales in the Las Vegas Valley have fueled projects that benefit communities and elevate quality of life for residents and visitors,"" said Acting Deputy Interior Secretary Laura Daniel-Davis. ""This program supports jobs and local economies, improves recreation in rural and underserved areas, and aligns with our commitment to conserve at least 30% of U.S. lands and waters by 2030 under the America the Beautiful initiative."" Lee has also worked with local and federal partners to leverage SNPLMA sales to address Nevada’s housing crisis. Earlier this month, Lee helped unveil a new housing project of more than 200 affordable, single-family homes in Nevada’s Third Congressional District, provided by a first-of-its-kind sale of public lands below fair market value. Read more about SNMPLA investments here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-applauds-new-lithium-project-bringing-jobs-and-critical-minerals-to-nevada,Horsford Applauds New Lithium Project Bringing Jobs and Critical Minerals to Nevada,2024-10-25,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford applauded the approval of the Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron project, an important milestone towards advancing America’s clean energy future and securing a domestic supply of critical minerals. As an early supporter of the project, Congressman Horsford played a key role in ensuring its progress, working closely with the Department of the Interior and the Council on Environmental Quality. “I’m proud to have America’s most advanced new lithium project right here in Nevada’s Fourth Congressional District,” said Congressman Horsford. “This project reinforces Nevada’s leadership as the only state with significant lithium production and strengthens our country’s domestic reliance on a critical mineral essential for fighting climate change. The Rhyolite Ridge project will power our transition to clean energy, create hundreds of good-paying jobs, and boost our local economy.” The Rhyolite Ridge project will provide enough lithium to power nearly 370,000 electric vehicles annually, supporting the Biden-Harris Administration’s climate goals. Located in Nevada’s Fourth District, this project cements Nevada’s role as a leader in lithium production and ensures long-term economic benefits through the creation of up to 500 construction jobs and 350 permanent jobs during operations. The mine is expected to generate $125 million in annual wages, providing significant economic support to local communities, including job training and scholarship opportunities. Environmental protections are a key part of the project’s design. The Bureau of Land Management and the project developers collaborated with federal agencies to protect Tiehm’s buckwheat, a rare plant found only in the project area. Conservation measures include redesigning project features to limit impacts on the plant and developing a formal protection plan.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-more-21-million-protect-nevadas-water-resources,Congresswoman Lee Announces More Than $21 Million to Protect Nevada’s Water Resources,2024-10-23,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced more than $21 million in federal investments from the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) to help safely manage wastewater, protect local water resources, and deliver safe drinking water to homes, schools, and businesses in Nevada. These Fiscal Year 2025 investments were made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Congresswoman Lee helped negotiate and pass. Specifically, the federal investments are coming to Nevada by way of EPA’s State Revolving Funds: $13,270,000 is coming via the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) — $1,054,000 of which will specifically address emerging contaminants such as PFAS in wastewater, stormwater, and nonpoint source pollution. $7,921,000 is coming via the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF), with the primary purpose of addressing emerging contaminants — including PFAS — in drinking water. “Protecting our local water supply means making sure that Nevada’s water is clean and safe from harmful contaminants like PFAS,” said Congresswoman Lee. “I helped negotiate and pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law because it I knew it would secure the federal resources we need in Nevada, just like today’s investments. I’ll continue working to bring back federal dollars so we can deliver clean drinking water to our homes, schools, and businesses while safely managing our wastewater.” In 2023 alone, Congresswoman Lee helped deliver more than $122 million in federal water investments to southern Nevada and recently secured all three of her priorities in the bi-annual Water Resources Development Act that passed out of the House.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-horsford-moderates-roundtable-with-local-small-businesses,Congressman Horsford Moderates Roundtable with Local Small Businesses,2024-10-22,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS - Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) yesterday joined local TikTok small business owners and creators at a roundtable event in Nevada’s Fourth Congressional District. The event highlighted TikTok’s economic impact in the state and featured a panel of local small businesses discussing how they use TikTok to expand their business and reach new customers. “You all are helping to drive job creation; you’re helping to drive wealth generation for families, not just here in Nevada, but all across the country,” said Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) to the business owners. “If you are an entrepreneur, creator, small business owner, I encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities and all the unique tools that TikTok provides.” The panel included a diverse mix of women-owned, Hispanic-owned, and Black-owned small business owners and creators sharing their experience on the platform and success stories, featuring: Alexandra Lourdes, creator and owner of several Las Vegas businesses - Café Lola, Saint Honoré, and 3LC Jen Gay, tourism creator behindVegas Starfish, the go-to source for food, entertainment, gaming, resort and attraction recommendations Kari Garcia, owner ofTsp Baking Company, a bakery serving fresh mini cupcakes, cakes, and cookies Marsean Nelson, owner ofTaste Budz Creole Kitchen, a food truck turned viral brick and mortar restaurant serving gumbo, alfredo, famous crab boils, shrimp and grits Vanessa Barreat, owner ofLa Vecindad, a Mexican restaurant where each dish is a celebration of flavor, tradition, and the artistry of Mexican cuisine. “TikTok gives you all the resources for you to have so you don’t have an excuse,” said Marsean Nelson, owner of Taste Budz Creole Kitchen. “When I first started my business, we didn’t have money, but if you go to TikTok, TikTok is your billboard; TikTok is your delivery vehicle; TikTok is your staff; TikTok is your customer base; TikTok is your high school, your college, your honors courses. So everything that you need is right there for you to begin and flourish.” “I never expected the success that we have right now,” said Vanessa Barreat, owner ofLa Vecindad. “COVID closed our doors, but at the same time, TikTok opened the door to success for us. And thanks to TikTok, I’m proud to say that I can pay for college for my son.” TikTok has been a powerful economic engine across Nevada -- driving growth, creating wealth-building opportunities, and strengthening community connections for the 1.1 million Nevadans and 70,000 businesses on TikTok. According to a report from Oxford Economics, Nevada small and midsize businesses (SMBs) use of TikTok contributed $200 million to the state’s gross domestic product (GDP), generated nearly $46 million in federal, state, and local tax revenue, and supported 1,900 Nevada jobs. The report says for small businesses, the impact of the platform is significant -- 50% of SMBs in Nevada say that their business needs to continue to use and improve upon TikTok marketing content in order to stay competitive.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-helps-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-boost-law-enforcement,Congresswoman Lee Helps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Law Enforcement Coordination at Southern Border,2024-10-22,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) helped introduce the bipartisan Advanced Border Coordination Act with Reps. Dave Joyce (OH-14), Chris Pappas (NH-01), and Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06). The legislation would improve coordination between various law enforcement agencies to secure the southern border. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has periodically established joint operations hubs to help multiple law enforcement agencies work together to strengthen border security and crack down on transnational criminal activity, such as drug, weapon, and human trafficking. This bill expands on this successful interagency cooperation model by establishing additional Joint Operation Centers along the southern border. The bill has been endorsed by the National Border Patrol Council, National Immigration Forum, the Texas Border Coalition, and the Major Cities Chiefs Association. A companion bill was previously introduced in the Senate by Senators Cortez-Masto (D-NV) and Blackburn (R-TN). “Border Patrol officers need all the help they can get to protect our southern border, and Joint Operation Centers are a proven way to make that happen,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “I’ve consistently voted to secure the resources and reforms we need to fix our broken immigration system, and this bipartisan bill is a big step in the right direction. I’ll continue working with Republicans and Democrats to get this much-needed legislation signed into law.” The Advanced Border Coordination Act would: Direct DHS to establish at least two joint operations centers along the southern border. These hubs would help law enforcement from multiple Federal, State, local, and Tribal agencies work together. Establish that these centralized hubs serve as resources to improve field operations, help detect and deter criminal activity like drug and human trafficking, and support workforce development and training coordination between participating agencies. Require an annual report to Congress on the centers' operational activities and recommendations for coordinated federal actions at the southern border. Participating agencies would include DHS, the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice, other federal agencies as the DHS Secretary determines appropriate, and state, local, and Tribal agencies that voluntarily choose to participate. Congresswoman Lee has worked to fix our broken immigration system since her first year representing southern Nevada in Congress. She has been an outspoken supporter of legislation such as the Dignity Act, which was just endorsed by Republicans and Democrats in the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus, as well as the bipartisan Senate border agreement that was killed by Republican Leadership. “I’ve visited the southern border, including in Arizona’s Sixth Congressional District with Congressman Ciscomani and seen the crisis unfolding there firsthand,” said Congressman DaveJoyce. “For the safety of our communities, we have to restore the rule of law and secure our borders, and DHS must take serious steps to improve its coordination with partner agencies. This bill will help us do just that. As a former prosecutor, I know how successful joint operations centers can be, especially when it comes to detecting drug and human trafficking, and have no doubt they will help us address the national security crisis that has exploded at our southern border. I’m proud to join colleagues in this bipartisan effort and will continue to provide our law enforcement officers with the resources and tools they need to effectively defend and maintain our borders.” “For the last three and a half years, border-districts, like mine, have been on the frontlines of the crisis at the southern border,” said Congressman Juan Ciscomani. “As a result, our communities are less safe and Customs and Border Protection agents and local law enforcement officers are overwhelmed and overworked. This bipartisan legislation will address this issue by establishing joint operation centers to enhance coordination between federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement and provide officers and agents the tools they need to combat drug traffickers, human smugglers, and other bad actors."" “Strengthening border operations coordination will bolster efforts to crack down on drug trafficking, help enforce our immigration laws, and keep our communities safe. I’m helping introduce the Advanced Border Coordination Act, which will do just that,” said Congressman Chris Pappas.“This bipartisan bill would establish joint centers along the southern border to serve as centralized hubs to coordinate border operations between Border Patrol personnel and federal, state, and local law enforcement. I’ll keep fighting to support the work of our law enforcement, provide them the resources they need, and address the root causes of the issues at the southern border.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-hosts-senior-wellness-town-hall-arioso-senior-apartments,Congresswoman Lee Hosts Senior Wellness Town Hall at Arioso Senior Apartments to Highlight Lower Rx Costs,2024-10-21,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) hosted a senior wellness town hall at the Arioso Senior Apartments to highlight successful efforts to lower health care costs for seniors on Medicare and connect them with local resources. In 2023, thanks to legislation Lee helped pass, Medicare capped the cost of insulin for beneficiaries at $35 a month. Starting in 2025, Medicare will also begin capping annual out-of-pocket prescription drug costs at $2,000 a year. Medicare has also begun negotiating lower prescription drug prices from big pharmaceutical companies, adding up to a projected $1.5 billion in savings for seniors in the first year of the program alone. Image Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-77-million-power-grid-resilience-investments,Congresswoman Lee Announces $77 Million for Power Grid Resilience Investments in Nevada and the West,2024-10-18,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has selected a coalition of public energy utilities – including NV Energy and other partners – to receive more than $77 million to protect the Western power grid against extreme weather, improve grid reliability, and lower costs for consumers. This investment stems directly from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Congresswoman Lee helped negotiate and pass. The project will be implemented in collaboration with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). “Southern Nevada is on the front lines of the climate crisis, and as we invest in clean energy projects that create jobs and lower costs, we must also continue to strengthen our power grid to withstand some of the worst impacts of this crisis, including extreme heat and wildfires,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “I helped negotiate and pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to bring much-needed investments in our infrastructure and long-term savings to Nevada communities. Today’s award does exactly that, and I will continue working to ensure that Nevadans have the support they need to thrive.” DOE is providing this $77,021,741 grant to the coalition including NV Energy, Idaho Power, Northern Lights, and Puget Sound Energy through the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) program, which was established and is funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The grant is part of a broader investment in 38 projects across 42 states that will upgrade nearly 1,000 miles of transmission infrastructure. You can read more about the GRIP program here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-helps-unveil-new-affordable-housing-project,Congresswoman Lee Helps Unveil New Affordable Housing Project,2024-10-11,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"October 11, 2024 First-of-its-kind public land sale will bring more than 200 affordable, single-family homes to NV03 Image",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-help-students-pursue,Congresswoman Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Help Students Pursue Military Careers,2024-10-11,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) and Congressman Jake LaTurner (KS-02)introduced bipartisan legislation to help improve secondary school and military career outcomes. The Military and Educational Data Integration Act would help states access military enlistment data to better inform both high school students and educators on military careers and more accurately track the outcome of students who choose a career in the military after graduation. This bipartisan legislation addresses a critical gap in information that currently prevents schools from effectively informing students about the diverse and rewarding career options available within the military and verifying that they have adequately prepared students for military careers. With accurate and timely data, educators can provide students with a clearer understanding of the benefits and opportunities military service offers, ranging from engineering to healthcare roles. “Serving our country in the armed forces is an honor and a legitimate career path for students with a wide variety of professional and academic interests,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “Students and families deserve the best information possible to choose the path that best fits their needs and goals. This bipartisan legislation is a big step toward fostering partnerships and filling critical information gaps between educational and military organizations.” “Serving in our nation’s military is an honorable calling, and the courageous men and women who answer it also open the door to a variety of career pathways,” said Congressman LaTurner. “The military offers careers in engineering, health care, public affairs, and much more. This legislation provides our state educational systems with accurate and readily available information about military careers, and in turn gives students better insight on how they can pursue their interests after high school while serving their country.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-anniversary-1-october-mass-shooting,Congresswoman Lee Statement on Anniversary of 1 October Mass Shooting,2024-10-01,2024,2024-10,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement on the seventh anniversary of the tragic October 1, 2017, shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada: “Seven years ago, our community was forever changed by the deadliest mass shooting in our nation’s history. 60 innocent lives taken, more than 800 people injured, and thousands across Las Vegas traumatized. I am grateful to the first responders that day, along with the nurses, doctors, and hospital staff, who worked through the night to care for victims and save lives. “In the days, months, and years that followed, southern Nevadans united in strength and resilience. And in Congress, we translated that strength into action by passing historic gun safety legislation. But it is not enough. Gun violence remains the number one cause of death for children in our country. “This anniversary is an opportunity to remember all the lives lost as well as all the work that lies ahead. Today and every day, we are Vegas Strong.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:57:20Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-introduces-bill-to-make-healthcare-more-affordable-for-families,Horsford Introduces Bill to Make Healthcare More Affordable for Families,2024-09-26,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) introduced the Dependent Income Exclusion Act of 2024 to make health insurance more affordable and accessible for families with dependents who are working part-time, attending school, or enrolled in job training programs. The bill would adjust the household income calculation used to determine eligibility for Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium subsidies, which would ease financial burdens and expand health coverage. “While I’ve worked to lower prescription drug costs and expand healthcare tax credits through the Inflation Reduction Act, families in Nevada and across the country continue to face unacceptably high health insurance costs,” said Congressman Horsford. “This bill will help parents and guardians and make healthcare more affordable and attainable by easing the unintended costs on families with working children. As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee and its Subcommittee on Health, I will continue to push for policies that expand access to affordable, quality healthcare to all families.” ""Congressman Horsford is a champion of hardworking families and making health care affordable,” said Brad Woodhouse, Executive Director of Protect Our Care. “The Dependent Income Exclusion Act will ensure that families with children who pick up a part-time job or enroll in a job training program aren't penalized by having to pay more for their health care. This bill demonstrates how Democrats are working tirelessly to give families more room to breathe and to ensure that people can afford the health care they need to thrive.” The Dependent Income Exclusion Act would address the healthcare affordability gap by allowing families to exclude a portion of their dependents' income from the modified adjusted gross income used to determine eligibility for premium tax credits. Specifically, this exclusion applies to dependents under the age of 18 or those under 24 who are part-time students, apprentices, or participants in job training programs. The excludable income is capped at 15 percent of the filer’s income. By expanding the availability of premium tax credits, this legislation will allow previously ineligible families to access ACA subsidies and increase the credit for those who already qualify. The bill aims to ensure that families with young adults working toward a brighter future—whether through education, apprenticeship, or job training—aren’t penalized when it comes to affordable healthcare access. The bill is supported by Protect Our Care.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-ftc-action-against-second-largest-owner-clark,Congresswoman Lee Statement on FTC Action Against Second Largest Owner of Clark County Single-Family Rental Homes,2024-09-25,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made an announcement that it was taking action against Invitation Homes — the second largest owner of single-family rental homes in Clark County — for deceiving and taking financial advantage of renters: “Invitation Homes owns about 3,500 homes in Clark County. That’s 3,500 families in southern Nevada who have been mistreated in the name of corporate greed. I applaud the FTC for cracking down on the corporate landlords who take advantage of working families. ""This is exactly why Congress must pass the HOME Act to go after more of these Big Corporate Landlords so we can lower costs and protect our families, seniors, and veterans from predatory practices.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-lee-and-steels-bipartisan-bicameral-bill-unleash-american-geothermal,"PASSED: Lee and Steel’s Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Unleash American Geothermal Energy Passes House",2024-09-25,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Susie Lee’s (NV-03) bipartisan, bicameral bill (H.R.6474) to expedite geothermal exploration and development passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation cuts government red tape by giving geothermal projects the same flexibility to explore and develop on previously disturbed or studied public lands that the oil and gas industry has had for nearly two decades. That means clean energy projects will be on a more level playing field while creating jobs, cutting emissions, and reducing foreign energy dependence. Congresswoman Lee championed this legislation with Congresswoman Michelle Steel (R-CA-45) in the House and Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) in the Senate. Nevada is already the second-largest producer of geothermal in the country, but government red tape is getting in the way of truly maximizing Nevada’s — and the nation’s — abundant resources with next-generation geothermal technology. Nevada is now home to the country’s first enhanced geothermal plant, “Project Red,” the result of a partnership between Google and Fervo Energy — which is actively producing carbon-free energy to power Google Cloud operations in Las Vegas as well as data centers across the state. The U.S. Department of Energy has found that enhanced geothermal systems such as Project Red could extend geothermal energy production nationwide and affordably power the equivalent of more than 65 million U.S. homes. “If we want to fully unleash our renewable energy potential, then we need to cut the red tape that has been a barrier to the growth of geothermal energy development,” said Congresswoman Lee. “I want to thank Congresswoman Steel for partnering on this commonsense, bipartisan bill to strengthen energy independence and help lower costs for the working families we represent.” “Geothermal energy is a vital tool to make America more energy independent and less reliant on our adversaries. This legislation will provide a cleaner energy future and allow my home state of California to seize the reins as a leading national energy provider,” said Congresswoman Michelle Steel. “I was honored to work with Representative Susie Lee to successfully pass this legislation through the House of Representatives and look forward to its passage in the Senate.” “The common-sense improvements to geothermal leasing and permitting passed by the U.S. House of Representatives will help expedite geothermal exploration,” said Tim Latimer, Co-Founder and CEO, Fervo Energy. “Thank you to Representatives Michelle Steel (R-CA) and Susie Lee (D-NV) for leading on this critical issue. We urge the U.S. Senate to pass similar improvements - like those in the Energy Permitting Reform Act -- which the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee advanced on a 15-4 bipartisan vote.” Congresswoman Lee has made cutting government red tape a priority — in March, she sent a letter to Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland calling for the Department to reduce barriers to geothermal projects. Lee is also leading bipartisan legislation to cut red tape that is slowing down housing, infrastructure, conservation, and other projects on public lands, which passed the House in July and was endorsed by Republican Governor Joe Lombardo. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-introduces-legislation-to-support-airmen-and-families-at-creech-air-force-base,Horsford Introduces Legislation to Support Airmen and Families at Creech Air Force Base,2024-09-24,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) introduced the Helping Understand Needs to Ensure Resilience at Creech Air Force Base Act of 2024, also known as the Creech HUNTER Act. This legislation aims to address the unique challenges faced by the Airmen and families stationed at Creech Air Force Base to ensure they receive the support they need while serving at this important military installation in Nevada. “The servicemembers at Creech Air Force Base are a crucial part of our national security, but they face challenges accessing necessary services like housing, healthcare, and childcare,” said Congressman Horsford. “The Creech HUNTER Act will ensure we are meeting the needs of these Airmen and their families by providing greater transparency and accountability. Their resilience deserves our full support.” Creech Air Force Base, located near Indian Springs, is home to the ""Hunters"" of the 432d Wing and 432d Air Expeditionary Wing, as well as the Air Force’s global Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Enterprise. Despite its importance to national defense, the Airmen at Creech and their families face significant hardships due to the base's remote location and lack of essential on-base services. This legislation responds to the long-standing issues facing servicemembers at Creech, including long commutes to Nellis Air Force Base for essential services, rising living costs, and limited on-base resources. It reflects Congressman Horsford’s commitment to making sure that these Airmen and their families receive the necessary support to thrive, both in service and their daily lives. The bill would require the Secretary of the Air Force to provide a briefing to Congress by December 31, 2024 about:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-additional-20-million-construct-new-erosion,Congresswoman Lee Announces Additional $20 Million to Construct New Erosion Control Structure in Las Vegas Wash,2024-09-24,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced she helped secure another $20 million for Nevada from the Bureau of Reclamation to strengthen the Las Vegas Wash. This federal investment, to be provided to the Southern Nevada Water Authority, will go toward the construction of an erosion control structure, known as a weir, in the Lower Las Vegas Wash within Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The Las Vegas Wash is a critical drought mitigation tool and the primary drainage channel for the Las Vegas Valley watershed, carrying around 200 million gallons of water to Lake Mead daily. The additional weir will help filter the water returning to the lake and improve habitat conditions for endangered wildlife, fortifying the Wash for years to come. ""Nobody knows better than a Nevadan how important our water is, and today’s announcement is another huge win to protect both our local and regional water supply,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “The Las Vegas Wash is critical to keeping more water in Lake Mead as well as ensuring safe and clean water for this generation and those to come. I’ll keep fighting to bring back federal dollars to strengthen southern Nevada’s water infrastructure.” The investment is funded in part by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Congresswoman Lee helped negotiate and pass last Congress. In 2023 alone, Lee delivered more than $122 million for local water projects and infrastructure. This year, she secured another $4 million for the Lake Mead/Las Vegas Wash Program. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-congresswoman-lee-led-bipartisan-legislation-expand-health-care-access,PASSED: Congresswoman Lee-led Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Health Care Access for Non-English Speakers Passes House,2024-09-23,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Susie Lee’s (NV-03) bipartisan legislation to expand health care access for non-English and limited English proficiency speakers passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The Supporting Patient Education And Knowledge (SPEAK) Act, co-led by Congresswoman Michelle Steel (CA-45), would improve access to health care information technologies such as telehealth and patient portals. Nearly 30% of Nevadans regularly speak a language other than English at home, but local health care services do not reflect appropriate language capabilities to get them the care they need. Meanwhile, every county in Nevada is already designated as a health professional shortage area with inadequate telehealth services, making it difficult to get care to southern Nevadans regardless of the language they speak. The SPEAK Act would require the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create a task force of industry experts and stakeholders to improve health care information technology such as teleheath and patient portals, as well as using interpreters, providing accessible instructions, and enabling multi-person video calls. The task force would then develop recommendations and best practices for addressing barriers for people with limited English proficiency. “Understanding our health care options can sometimes be complicated, and that is especially true for the 300,000 Nevadans who don’t speak English as their first language,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “Many of these same people rely on telehealth services to access their health care, as they are either homebound, disabled, or have limited transportation. My bipartisan bill will make it easier for the millions of Americans across this country who struggle with language and transportation barriers to access this health care tool that they need and in a way that they can understand.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-september-20th-votes,Congresswoman Lee Statement on September 20th Votes,2024-09-20,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, September 20, 2024, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement on her absence from today’s votes: “I was unable to attend today’s votes, and I have submitted to the congressional record how I intended to vote.” Below is Lee’s vote record had she been in attendance on September 20, 2024: Yes to passage of H.R. 5717 – No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act No to passage of H.J.Res. 136 Yes to passage of H.R. 9106 – Enhanced Presidential Security Act of 2024, as amended ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congresswoman-lee-congratulates-aja-wilson-house-floor-breaking-historic,ICYMI: Congresswoman Lee Congratulates A’ja Wilson on the House Floor for Breaking Historic WNBA Record,2024-09-20,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Watch and download the full clip here WASHINGTON – This week, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to congratulate A’ja Wilson on making history as the first woman to score 1,000 points in a single WNBA season. Last Sunday, Wilson scored 29 points for the Las Vegas Aces in an 84-71 victory over the Connecticut Suns, with her record-breaking 1,000th point coming in the final minutes of the fourth quarter. “I had the honor of witnessing A’ja make history last Sunday against the Connecticut Suns, where her signature fade-away mid-range jumper landed her in the history books once again,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee in her remarks. “A’ja and the rest of her back-to-back World Championship Vegas Aces are well-known for breaking records. But this one felt particularly special. Thank you to A’ja and everyone in the Vegas Aces family for making your city proud. “We look forward to cheering you all on as the Aces get one step closer to going back-to-back-to-back this year.” Lee’s full remarks can be found on Twitter HERE. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-steven-horsford-appointed-as-chief-deputy-whip,Congressman Steven Horsford Appointed as Chief Deputy Whip,2024-09-19,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) has been appointed to serve as a Chief Deputy Whip in the U.S. House of Representatives, a key leadership position within the Democratic Caucus. Congressman Horsford will work closely with Democratic Whip Katherine Clark and House leadership to help coordinate legislative strategy, build consensus among Democratic members, and advance key priorities for the American people. ""I am honored to serve as a Chief Deputy Whip and to work alongside my colleagues to deliver results for my constituents in Nevada and the American people. Our focus remains clear—creating good-paying jobs, lowering costs and making life more affordable for families, and ensuring every American has access to the opportunities to thrive,” said Congressman Horsford. “I look forward to helping lead our Caucus as we put people over politics and work toward a stronger, fairer, and more equitable future."" As Chief Deputy Whip, Congressman Horsford will play a pivotal role in advancing policies that strengthen the middle class, lower costs for families, and promote economic equity, all while standing firm against the extreme agenda of House Republicans. Democratic Whip Katherine Clark praised Horsford’s leadership and effectiveness: ""Rep. Steven Horsford is a highly effective advocate for the people of Nevada’s 4th District and an invaluable member of the House Democratic Caucus. In addition to being the Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, I’m thrilled that he will serve as a Chief Deputy Whip and help lead our fight to lower costs, grow the middle class, and stop the Republicans' extreme MAGA agenda."" As the representative for Nevada's 4th Congressional District, Congressman Horsford has consistently advocated for working families, economic equity, and justice. As chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, he has been a powerful voice on issues such as criminal justice reform, affordable healthcare, and economic opportunity for underserved communities. In this new role, Congressman Horsford will continue to represent the interests of Nevada’s 4th District while working to advance the priorities of the Democratic Caucus and the interests of working families in the U.S. House of Representatives.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-4-million-nevada-small-businesses-key-economic,Congresswoman Lee Announces $4 Million to Nevada Small Businesses in Key Economic Growth Sectors,2024-09-19,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced more than $4 million in federal investments to help small businesses in key sectors of the economy grow and hire new workers. The investment is being awarded to the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Investing in America Small Business Opportunity Program (SBOP). SBOP provides funding to connect underserved and small businesses to the financing needed to participate in key supply chains, including electric vehicle manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, construction, transportation, clean energy generation, and more. It was designed to catalyze additional private sector investment by supporting small business technical assistance services. “Small businesses and their workers are the lifeblood of our economy and our communities,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “I will always fight to bring back the federal dollars southern Nevada small businesses need to grow so we can create more local, good-paying jobs right here at home.” This week, Congresswoman Lee was awarded the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Advocate for American Business Award for her strong bipartisan record of supporting businesses of all sizes. To date, she has helped secure nearly $4 billion in federal investments for hardworking Nevadans. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-wins-us-chamber-commerce-advocate-american-business-award,Congresswoman Lee Wins U.S. Chamber of Commerce Advocate for American Business Award,2024-09-19,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) was awarded the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Advocate for American Business Award during this week’s annual Vegas Chamber in D.C. Week. The award recognizes Congresswoman Lee’s strong track record of working across the aisle to support southern Nevada businesses and create good paying jobs. “One of my most important jobs in Congress is to support our business community back home so we can create more jobs, strengthen our workforce, and diversify our economy. It is an honor to be recognized by the U.S. Chamber for that work,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “From cutting government red tape to bringing back federal dollars for our community, I’m committed to supporting our local and state economies. I will continue working with Republicans and Democrats to build on our critical public-private partnerships.” “The U.S. Chamber appreciates Congresswoman Susie Lee’s focus on economic growth and bipartisanship,” said Jennings Imel, Vice President of the U.S. Chamber’s Western Regional Office. “We are proud to present her with our Advocate for American Business Award in recognition of her leadership, support for job creators, and bipartisan approach to tackling critical issues facing businesses and families in Southern Nevada.” The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations. Read more about the US Chamber of Commerce online here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-against-speaker-johnsons-dangerous-attempt,Congresswoman Lee Statement Against Speaker Johnson’s Dangerous Attempt to Restrict Voting Rights for Millions of U.S. Citizens,2024-09-18,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement after voting against a government funding bill that included dangerous provisions to restrict voting access for millions of U.S. citizens: “The American people deserve to have a Speaker who will not waste precious time and bring this government to the brink of a shutdown in order to score cheap political points. Instead of bringing a long-term spending package to the floor, the Speaker is bringing a package to the floor that has no chance of being signed into law. “I’ve repeatedly supported legislation to prevent noncitizens from voting. The SAVE Act is not that. Instead, it would gut mail and online voter registration for Americans and put millions of U.S. citizens at risk of having their names erroneously removed from state voter rolls. Under the SAVE Act, birth certificates for U.S. citizens who have changed their names, like married women, military IDs for servicemembers and their families, and tribal IDs would not be considered proof of citizenship to vote. “By attaching the SAVE Act to the government funding bill, Speaker Johnson is pushing our country one step closer to a government shutdown. This is an avoidable shutdown that would endanger our national security, send Nevada’s economy into a tailspin, and threaten Meals on Wheels for seniors, benefits for veterans, pay for servicemembers and TSA workers, and much more. “It’s time for Speaker Johnson to work with both parties on a bipartisan solution to keep the government running because our families, military, and economy depend on it.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-steven-horsford-introduces-tips-act-to-eliminate-subminimum-wage-and-taxes-on-tips-for-service-workers,Congressman Steven Horsford Introduces TIPS Act to Eliminate Subminimum Wage and Taxes on Tips for Service Workers,2024-09-17,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) introduced the Tipped Income Protection and Support (TIPS) Act, landmark legislation aimed at eliminating the subminimum wage for tipped workers across the United States. It also ends the income tax on tips these workers receive. The bill seeks to ensure that all workers, regardless of their profession, receive fair wages and are not forced to rely on tips to make ends meet. VIDEO OF PRESS CONFERENCE HERE PHOTOS FROM THE PRESS CONFERENCE Under the current federal law, tipped workers can be paid as little as $2.13 an hour in several states, allowing employers to rely on customer tips to meet the minimum wage requirements. This system disproportionately impacts women, people of color, and low-wage workers in states such as Texas, Virginia, and Alabama, where the tipped minimum wage remains at $2.13. Nationwide, over 4 million tipped workers rely on this precarious wage system. Congressman Horsford highlighted the urgency of the TIPS Act, saying, ""No one working full-time in America should live in poverty, yet millions of tipped workers do just that—many of whom are women and people of color. The TIPS Act is about fairness, dignity, and economic justice. By eliminating the subminimum wage, we can ensure that every worker is paid fairly for their labor without relying on the uncertainty of tips."" “For too long, tipped workers—many of them women and people of color—have been forced to survive on poverty wages,” said Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage and Director of The UC Berkeley Food Labor Research Center. “The subminimum wage is a direct legacy of slavery and continues to keep millions of hardworking people trapped in financial instability. By eliminating this unjust practice and ensuring workers are not taxed on their tips, the TIPS Act gives workers the chance to earn a fair living. It’s time to stop asking customers to subsidize wages and start holding corporations accountable. With the cost of living and affordability crisis being the number one priority for voters this election cycle, this bill is critical to ensuring workers can pay their bills, feed their families, and live with dignity.” Several states, including Nevada, have already abolished the subminimum wage for tipped workers, with positive results. In Nevada, where the minimum wage applies to all workers, restaurants have seen an increase in productivity, employee retention, and customer satisfaction. Studies show that when workers are paid a fair wage, they experience less financial stress, leading to higher quality service and improved overall workplace morale. California and Washington have also eliminated the subminimum wage with similar outcomes, showing that fair wages do not harm the restaurant industry—in fact, they lead to long-term success. The TIPS Act is part of a broader effort to close the racial and gender income gap and increase full economic participation for all. With the introduction of this legislation, Congressman Horsford continues his fight to uplift working families and advance economic equity across the nation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-lee-amodei-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-expand-health-care-nv,"Reps. Lee, Amodei Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Health Care for NV Veterans’ Exposed to Radiation and Toxins",2024-09-17,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) and Republican Congressman Mark Amodei (NV-04) introduced bipartisan legislation expanding access to health care for Nevada veterans who have suffered from exposure to radiation and toxic materials as a result of nuclear testing in Nevada. The Presumption for Radiation or Toxin Exposure Coverage for Troops (PROTECT) Act would establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR). In 2000, Congress passed the Energy Employee Occupational Illness Compensation Act (EEOICPA) which entitled nuclear weapons workers as well as some Department of Energy personnel to receive free medical treatment and fair financial compensation for specific illnesses they contracted as a result of nuclear weapons production and testing. However, it did not cover veterans not involved in DOE operations or that were otherwise omitted for national security reasons. This bipartisan legislation would expand similar VA benefits to veterans that were assigned to impacted areas of NTTR, offering them the potentially life-saving medical treatment and financial compensation they need and deserve. ""Our men and women in uniform make countless sacrifices to keep our nation safe, so it’s our duty to ensure that we take care of them and protect them from invisible enemies like toxic radiation exposure,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “I helped pass the bipartisan PACT Act last Congress to do just that, and I’m proud to continue that work to get these veterans the long overdue care they deserve. This law will help save lives and bring justice to thousands of veterans who proudly served in Nevada.” “A quick look at the facts shows that this group of veterans were in serious need of additional support as a result of their service. As with every veteran, those serving at NTTR during the determined time frame are entitled to care for illness and injury sustained in the line of service to our nation. I’m glad to lead the charge on this and will continue to push until this change is actualized,” said Congressman Mark Amodei. The legislation is endorsed by The Invisible Enemy, a veterans-rights organization composed of veterans and downwinders fighting for the thousands of military personnel who suffered or died from exposure to toxic radiation and materials from decades of nuclear weapons testing at NTTR. You can read more about their work here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-highlights-impact-federal-investment-secured-salvation-armys,Congresswoman Lee Highlights Impact of Federal Investment Secured for Salvation Army’s Veteran Housing Services,2024-09-16,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Watch video from the press conference here LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) highlighted the impact of more than $3 million in federal investments she helped secure for the Salvation Army’s housing support services for southern Nevada veterans and their families. As a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, Congresswoman Lee helped ensure robust funding for the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program that provided this federal investment to the Salvation Army through the Department of Veterans Affairs. “This new $3 million federal investment is helping ensure Nevada veterans don’t have to worry about how to keep a roof over their heads,” said Congresswoman Lee. “The Salvation Army does incredible work for southern Nevada’s veterans and I want to thank Brandon and his family for sharing their story of accessing this support. There is nothing more important in my job than having our veterans’ backs.” “We very much appreciate the assistance of Congresswoman Lee in securing funding for veteran services, and we could not provide these services without the help of local, state, and federal partners and our donors,” said Major Harold Laubach, Divisional Secretary, Salvation Army. “The Salvation Army offers many different programs, from emergency shelters and permanent housing to vocational training, mental health services, and case management. Veterans in our community are able to take part in these programs because of the public’s help.” Over the past year, the Salvation Army has provided rapid rehousing and homeless prevention services to nearly 800 veterans and their family members, including disabled and low-income veterans, as well as seniors and children. Programs like these have collectively helped place more than 46,500 homeless veterans across the country into permanent housing last year alone. Lee was joined by regional leadership for the Salvation Army, including Majors Maggie and Harold Laubach, as well as Case Managers — some of whom are veterans themselves — who work directly with veterans in need, and a local veteran and his family who have directly benefitted from the housing services that the Salvation Army provides. Lee also toured the campus’ case management offices and food pantry facility. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-and-80-bipartisan-members-congress-call-action-organized,Congresswoman Lee and 80+ Bipartisan Members of Congress Call for Action on Organized Retail Crime,2024-09-13,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03), alongside Congressman David Joyce (OH-14), Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15), and Congresswoman Dina Titus (NV-01), led a bipartisan group of over 80 lawmakers demanding action from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to help crack down on Organized Retail Crime (ORC). The letter calls for DHS to provide immediate updates to Congress on their efforts to address this violent crime, specifically their progress on establishing an organized retail crime coordination center. “The risk of ORC is not only due to the violence displayed during the act of retail theft, especially to retail workers, but also health risks posed by consuming stolen goods like baby formula or pharmaceuticals, which may be improperly stored or tampered with prior to the final purchase by a consumer,” wrote the lawmakers. “ORC also endangers Main Street businesses, the economy, and public safety. A Retail Industry Leader’s Association report indicated that ORC caused nearly $70 billion worth of financial loss due to stolen goods from American retailers in 2019. That number has only continued to increase today.” The letter comes on the heels of Congresswoman Lee introducing the bipartisan Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act. The bill would legally require both the establishment of an ORC Coordination Center and future DHS updates to Congress, as well as designate ORC a federal crime to help federal law enforcement to combat these operations. Congresswoman Lee has also fought for additional language encouraging the establishment of an ORC Coordination Center from her seat on the House Appropriations Committee, as well as multiple meetings with law enforcement and retailers in southern Nevada on the issue. In Nevada, ORC caused an estimated loss of $85 million in tax revenue in 2021 alone. Last year, a Summerlin beauty store was the victim of ORC and the year before that, Metro uncovered a 30-foot-long trailer of stolen goods from dozens of retailers totaling over $1 million. Full text of the letter can be found here and below: September 12th, 2024 The Honorable Patrick J. Lechleitner Acting Director Executive U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Washington, D.C. 20024 The Honorable Katrina W. Berger Associate Director Homeland Security Investigations Washington, D.C. 20536 Dear Acting Director Lechleitner and Executive Associate Director Berger: With the rise of organized retail crime (ORC) in our communities and its growing threat to our constituents, we write to request an update on Homeland Security Investigations (HIS) efforts to address this problem. The fiscal year (FY) 2024 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Appropriations Act incorporated bipartisan language that encouraged HIS to consider establishing an Organized Retail Crime Coordination Center. According to HIS’s 2022 report in collaboration with the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, “organized retail crime is leading to more brazen, more violent attacks in retail stores throughout the country, and many of the criminal rings orchestrating these thefts are also involved in other serious criminal activity” such as drug and human trafficking, posing significant societal and health risks to our communities. The risk of ORC is not only due to the violence oftentimes displayed during the act of retail theft, especially to retail workers, but also health risks posed by consuming stolen goods like baby formula or pharmaceuticals, which may be improperly stored or tampered with prior to the final purchase by a consumer. Beyond public safety, ORC also endangers Main Street businesses and the economy. A Retail Industry Leader’s Association report indicated that ORC caused nearly $70 billion in financial losses due to stolen goods from U.S. retailers in 2019. That number has continued to increase year by year, impacting businesses of all sizes, communities, and consumers. Notably, a Forbes survey recently found that 90 percent of small business retailers nationwide have experienced theft at their stores. Costs associated with ORC due to stolen merchandise or heightened security measures also trickle down directly to American families, costing them more than $500 annually according to DHS estimates. We applaud the significant progress being made at the state level in combating ORC and encourage DHS to work collaboratively with law enforcement to disrupt these significant criminal operations and help keep employees, consumers, and communities safe. Currently, 18 states have established Task Forces dedicated to fighting ORC. In collaboration with the California Highway Patrol and other agencies, California’s Attorney General has actively arrested and charged individuals involved in ORC. Additionally, the state’s Southern Division Organized Retail Crime Task Force has been instrumental in tackling these crimes, as evidenced by the recent arrests related to a large-scale theft operation targeting Home Depot stores across Southern California. ORC is widespread and impacts every state. Ohio’s Franklin County Sheriff’s Department has an ongoing investigation into a retail theft ring occurring across central Ohio and the Las Vegas Metro Police Department’s Organized Retail Theft Section recovered over $300,000 of stolen merchandise last year. These efforts underscore the importance of coordination among multiple levels of law enforcement to address ORC effectively across the country. HIS is critical in combating organized retail crime due to its broad jurisdiction and expertise in investigating complex transnational crimes. We acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of Operation Boiling Point in coordinating with federal, state, local, and international law enforcement agencies to combat ORC. We continue to believe, however, that establishing a formalized Organized Retail Crime Coordination Center within HIS would significantly enhance the ability of law enforcement and businesses to mitigate the threats posed by these sophisticated criminal networks. This Center could facilitate better information sharing, resource allocation, and strategic planning, ultimately leading to more effective prevention and enforcement actions. Given the urgency and importance of this issue, we respectfully request an update on the status of HIS’s engagement with external stakeholders and any progress on establishing an Organized Retail Crime Coordination Center, including details on the actions already taken by the agency to consider congressional intent, planned next steps, implementation challenges encountered, and additional resources or authorities that you believe may be needed. We request this update in writing no later than September 27, 2024. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to working together towards protecting our communities. Sincerely, MEMBERS OF CONGRESS",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/joint-statement-on-the-basel-iii-endgame-speech-by-michael-barr-vice-chair-of-supervision-federal-reserve-board-of-governors,"Joint Statement on the Basel III Endgame Speech by Michael Barr, Vice Chair of Supervision, Federal Reserve Board of Governors",2024-09-11,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"“We are pleased by Vice Chair Barr’s announcement that he will recommend that the Board re-propose the Basel endgame rules and the acknowledgment that broad and material changes to the proposals are warranted. We agree that there are benefits and costs to increasing capital requirements. In January, we sent a letter to the Agencies, signed by nearly 60 members of Congress, asking that they carefully consider how the proposal may impact underserved and minority communities seeking small business credit and mortgage loans. While the details of the re-proposal are yet to be determined, we are encouraged by this new direction and believe it reflects that the regulators listened and seriously considered input from stakeholders. We look forward to remaining engaged as the process moves forward.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-reappointed-to-influential-house-ways-means-committee-championing-key-issues-for-nevada,"Horsford Reappointed to Influential House Ways & Means Committee, Championing Key Issues for Nevada",2024-09-10,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) has been reappointed to the prestigious HouseWays&Means Committee, the oldest and only committee named in the U.S. Constitution. This critical committee shapes national policies on healthcare, Social Security, Medicare, tax fairness, and trade. Congressman Horsford’s reappointment underscores his leadership in crafting policies that directly benefit Nevada’s 4th Congressional District and working families across the country. “I am deeply honored to continue serving on the House Ways & MeansCommittee, where I will keep fighting for Nevada’s working families on the most pressing economic issues—from securing Social Security and promoting tax fairness to ensuring access to quality healthcare,” said Congressman Horsford. “This committee is central to creating policies that lift up working families and strengthen our economy. For the people of Nevada’s 4th District, this meansadvocating for the expansion of the Child Tax Credit, homeownership incentives, ending subminimum wages and taxes on tips for service workers, and advancing renewable energy tax credits that create jobs and support small businesses.” As a strong advocate for fair tax policies, Congressman Horsford will prioritize working families over corporate interests. He will use his position to protect the retirement security of the 143,642 Social Security beneficiaries in Nevada’s 4th District, most of whom rely on these benefits as their primary income source. Horsford remains committed to defending Medicare, ensuring that more than 140,000 Nevadans in the district who have paid into the system receive the healthcare they’ve earned. His commitment is clear: every family should have the opportunity to thrive. This reappointment comes at a pivotal moment as Congress works to expand the Child Tax Credit, lower prescription drug prices, and ensure long-term stability for vital programs like Medicare and Social Security. As part of his duties on the committee, Congressman Horsford has been appointed to both the Health and Social Security Subcommittees. On the Health Subcommittee, he will focus on protecting and expanding the Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medicaid, while fighting to lower prescription drug prices and make healthcare more affordable for all Nevadans. In the Social Security Subcommittee, Horsford will work to safeguard the nation’s Social Security trust fund and stand against efforts to raise the retirement age or cut benefits.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-maximize-nevadas-wildlife,Congresswoman Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Maximize Nevada’s Wildlife Conservation Investments on Lower Colorado River,2024-09-10,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03), Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41), Congresswoman Grace Napolitano (CA-31) and colleagues introduced the bipartisan Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act, which would ensure that state contributions to conservation projects in the Lower Colorado River Basin are able to earn interest and grow before being allocated. Nevada — along with California, Arizona, and the federal government — contributes funds to the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program (LCR MSCP), which works to protect species currently listed under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and reduce the likelihood of additional species listings. But while the program prepares for new projects, state-funded contributions currently sit in accounts that do not earn interest. This effectively costs the LCR MSCP at least $2 million annually that could be used to fund future projects. The Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act addresses these lost returns by establishing an interest-bearing account for state contributions to the LCR MSCP, ensuring that Nevada taxpayers get the most for their investment in conservation projects in the Lower Colorado River Basin. “As one of the most biodiverse places in the country, Nevada helps lead state and federal investments to protect endangered species and keep wildlife off the endangered list. But government red tape is getting in the way of maximizing Nevada taxpayer dollars that invest in wildlife conservation in the Lower Colorado River Basin,” said Congresswoman Lee. “I’m championing bipartisan legislation to ensure that these funds earn interest and grow before being used for conservation projects. Smart use of Nevadans’ tax dollars should be the norm.” “As we continue to face unpredictable drought cycles in Southern California and across the Lower Colorado Region, every dollar invested into protecting our precious habitats and resources is critical,” said Rep. Napolitano. “The successes of the LCR MSCP will be multiplied by allowing its funds to earn interest, as many funds within the Bureau of Reclamation already do, further benefiting our taxpayers, agencies, and the environment. I am proud to join Congresswoman Lee and Congressman Calvert in introducing this important bill for the well-being of our communities, ecosystem, and economy.” “Providing additional resources for the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program at no cost to taxpayers will support one of our most important natural resources in the Southwest,” said Rep. Calvert. “This bill is a common-sense step that allows excess funds in the LCR MSCP to earn interest and maintain their effectiveness. I’m thankful for the support of California water agencies, as well as Senator Padilla, and my House colleagues in this effort.” The Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act has been endorsed by the Colorado River Commission of Nevada, the Southern Nevada Water Authority, and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-highlights-new-report-on-corporate-diversity-equity-and-inclusion,"Horsford Highlights New Report on Corporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion",2024-09-09,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Horsford (NV-04) released the following statement regarding the release of the Congressional Black Caucus' new report, ""What Good Looks Like: A Corporate Accountability Report on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion"": ""As the only Black representative to Congress in Nevada history and the current Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), I’m proud to highlight this report from the CBC that shines a light on corporate America’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The findings of the report are important not just nationally, but for our communities right here in Nevada. ""Nevada’s diverse workforce is one of our greatest strengths and ensuring that businesses continue to reflect this diversity is key to our economic success. Most of the companies survey in the report have maintained their diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments and show what good looks like in corporate America. ""The report also provides best practices that can guide companies in Nevada and across the country to strengthen their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts going forward. These practices will contribute to a more inclusive economy and help close the racial wealth gap. Together, we can ensure that all Nevadans have access to the opportunities they deserve.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-honors-local-veterans-vietnam-veteran-pins,Congresswoman Lee Honors Local Veterans with Vietnam Veteran Pins,2024-09-07,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image Watch video from the pinning ceremony here LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Lee (NV-03), joined by the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 711, held a ceremony to recognize the heroic service of more than 20 southern Nevada Vietnam War veterans who were wounded in combat and honor them with Vietnam Veteran Lapel pins. “There is nothing more important in this job than my responsibility to have the backs of our veterans. These are not Democratic or Republican issues — they are principles of the country we live in,” said Congresswoman Lee. “I’m grateful for the work of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 711 as the voice of combat wounded. The Purple Heart Vietnam veterans we’re honoring today exemplify our nation’s best, and it’s our duty to ensure that we take care of our veterans when they return home.” Last Congress, Leehelped pass the bipartisan PACT Act to expand health care to veterans exposed to toxic substances during their military service, whichjust awarded its one millionth veteran and survivor disability compensation claim. Lee is alsoleading legislation to implement more comprehensive, systems-focused suicide prevention programs for veterans across the country. Lee was joined by Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 711 Commander Vince Palmieri and local Vietnam veterans and their families. Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-meets-consulate-general-japan-tours-konami-gaming-us,"Congresswoman Lee Meets with Consulate-General of Japan, Tours Konami Gaming U.S. Headquarters",2024-09-04,2024,2024-09,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image LAS VEGAS – Congresswoman Lee (NV-03) joined Consulate-General of Japan Osumi Yo in a tour of Konami Gaming’s U.S. Headquarters located in Nevada’s Third Congressional District. Part of an industry that drives nearly $2 billion in economic output for Nevada, Konami’s 360,000 square foot facility in southern Nevada supports 500 jobs in the heart of Las Vegas. During the tour, Congresswoman discussed the importance of working with local, state, and federal partners to support workforce development in the gaming industry and across southern Nevada, as well as how partnerships with countries like Japan help to keep Nevada as the entertainment and tourism capital of the world. Congresswoman Lee was joined by Consulate-General of Japan Osumi Yo, members of the Konami Gaming executive team — including President and CEO Steve Sutherland, and local gaming industry workers. Image Image Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:43:57Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-joins-sba-administrator-laughlin-rural-small-business-tour,Congresswoman Lee Joins SBA Administrator for Laughlin Rural Small Business Tour,2024-08-30,2024,2024-08,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image Pictures and video file are available here LAS VEGAS – Congresswoman Lee (NV-03) welcomed Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabel Guzman to Laughlin, Nevada to take part in a rural small business tour.f Congresswoman Lee and Administrator Guzman visited small businesses on the Colorado River, met with Laughlin residents and community leaders, held a roundtable on investing in rural communities, and attended a Rural Partners Network resource fair featuring representatives from local, state, and federal partners. Small businesses included the Double Shot Coffee Clinic and Laughlin River Tours. “I’ve worked with Republicans and Democrats to secure critical investments for Laughlin — including to upgrade the town’s water infrastructure — because that’s how we ensure our rural communities prosper,” said Congresswoman Lee. “It was great to welcome SBA Administrator Guzman to Laughlin so we can continue our work to support small businesses, seniors, and working families.” Supporting Laughlin small businesses means addressing Laughlin’s water supply concerns. That’s why Congresswoman Lee successfully fought to put federal investments to address Laughlin’s water storage problem in the Water Resources Development Act — which recently passed the House. Lee’s priorities include delivering $29 million in United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) environmental infrastructure assistance for improvements to the Big Bend Water District Water Treatment and Delivery System in Laughlin and another $20 million for the Las Vegas Wash that carries 200 million gallons of water to Lake Mead every day. Congresswoman Lee was joined by SBA Administrator Isabel Guzman, representatives from the White House Rural Partners Network, rural advocates from the U.S. Departments of Agriculture, Health and Human Services, and Housing and Urban Development, as well as leaders from the Laughlin Chamber of Commerce, Laughlin Town Advisory Board, and Laughlin small business owners. Image Image Image Image Image Image Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:36:13Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-welcomes-clark-county-students-families-and-educators-back,"Congresswoman Lee Welcomes Clark County Students, Families, and Educators Back to School with Two Campus Visits",2024-08-26,2024,2024-08,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image Above: Congresswoman Lee with Clark High School AP Government Students LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) visited Clark High School and Roundy Elementary School to welcome back students, families, and educators for the new school year. She also toured the Site Rooms operated by local non-profit Communities in Schools (CIS) Nevada at each school campus. Lee was joined by school administrators and staff, CIS Site Coordinators, and students on each of her visits. Prior to her time in Congress, Congresswoman Lee served as President of CIS Nevada where she worked to reduce school dropout rates and provide students in need with resources such as food, clothes, and school supplies. Below: Congresswoman Lee touring Clark High School Image Image Image Image Image Image Congresswoman Lee is a staunch fighter for our students and public schools. In Washington, she is working to pass bipartisan bills such as the Full-Service Communities in Schools Act, which would provide after-school wraparound services for students and families; the Keep Our PACT Act, which would fully fund Title I schools and IDEA programs; and the PATHS to Tutors Act, which would support targeted tutoring programs and help teacher-candidates become full-time teachers.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:36:13Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-hosts-2nd-annual-water-summit-announces-141-million,"Congresswoman Lee Hosts 2nd Annual Water Summit, Announces $141 Million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for Nevada Water Projects",2024-08-14,2024,2024-08,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Watch video from the summit here LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Lee (NV-03) hosted her second annual water summit at the Springs Preserve with national and regional water leaders to discuss water related ideas, solutions, and research. Lee also announced that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that she helped negotiate and pass has allocated $141 million to 20 water projects across Nevada since being signed into law. Congresswoman Lee held her first-ever Water Summit last year to bring an all-hands-on-deck effort to meet this climate and drought crisis with the urgency it demands. This year, local, state, and federal partners joined in discussing federal investments in Nevada and the Colorado River Basin, efforts to protect water resources and support water recreation, and funding for the U.S. Drought Monitor. Congresswoman Lee was joined by Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner Camille Touton, Southern Nevada Water Authority General Manager John Entsminger, Lake Mead National Recreation Area Superintendent Mike Gauthier, National Drought Mitigation Center Director Dr. Mark Svoboda, Shana Tighi with the Bureau of Reclamation’s water operations staff, and representatives from the Desert Research Institute. “No one knows better than a Nevadan just how precious our water resources are. I brought today’s coalition together because our water conservation is an all-hands-on-deck effort that demands cooperation from our local advocates all the way to our leaders in Washington,” said Colorado River Caucus Vice-Chair Congresswoman Susie Lee. ""Today's water summit was all about ideas, solutions, and research that can help Nevada as we face the effects of the worst drought in twelve centuries. I will continue working in Congress to ensure that our partners have the resources needed to carry on their good work here in Nevada and across the Colorado River Basin."" “I want to thank Congresswoman Lee for bringing together local, state, and federal partners to address the water management challenges the Colorado River Basin faces due to drought and climate change,” said Reclamation Commissioner Camille Calimlim Touton. “Addressing the drought crisis requires an all-hands-on-deck approach and that’s exactly what we saw at today’s summit. Together, we can find solutions to meet the challenges of these unprecedented drought conditions.” “Congresswoman Lee continues to champion solutions to protect the Colorado River,” said Southern Nevada Water Authority General Manager John Entsminger. “Working collaboratively with Nevada’s congressional delegation, Congresswoman Lee has helped secure federal funding for critical water projects that enhance Nevada’s long-term sustainability and support Nevada’s leadership on water resource issues.” Lee’s work to protect southern Nevada’s water: In 2023, Lee delivered more than $122 million for local water projects, including $20 million for the Las Vegas Wash and Lake Mead. This year, Lee secured another $4 million for the Lake Mead/Las Vegas Wash Program. Last Congress, Lee helped pass the Inflation Reduction Act — the most significant action on the climate crisis in our history, and priority is being given to drought mitigation projects. It includes $4 billion in investments specifically for water conservation along the Colorado River Basin. Lee’s Large-Scale Water Recycling Project Investment Act was signed into law as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This Congress, Lee is leading reauthorization to extend a water recycling grant program for large-scale projects in southern Nevada and sixteen other Western states. This year’s bipartisan Water Resources Development Act included all three of Lee’s requests to protect southern Nevada’s water supply, including support for Laughlin’s water system and the Las Vegas Wash program. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:36:13Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-helps-break-ground-new-maryland-parkway-bus-rapid-transit,Congresswoman Lee Helps Break Ground on New Maryland Parkway Bus Rapid Transit Project,2024-08-12,2024,2024-08,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image LAS VEGAS – Yesterday, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) joined union workers, local transportation leaders, members of the Nevada federal delegation, and U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in a groundbreaking ceremony for the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada’s (RTC) Maryland Parkway Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that Congresswoman Lee helped negotiate and pass, the BRT project covers a 13-mile corridor beginning in Nevada’s Third Congressional District and ending at the Las Vegas Medical District. The project will include dozens of enhanced transit shelters, shared bus-bike lanes, improved sidewalks and crossings, and new lighting and landscaping. For the more than 60,000 residents and 100,000 workers in this corridor, this investment will mean safer streets, increased accessibility, and better traveling experiences. Congresswoman Lee was joined by U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, Congressman Steven Horsford, Congresswoman Dina Titus, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones, Nevada Department of Transportation Tracy Larkin Thomason, RTC CEO M.J. Maynard, and union workers. Image Image Image Image",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:36:13Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-introduces-bipartisan-bicameral-cyber-workforce-legislation,"Congresswoman Lee Introduces Bipartisan, Bicameral Cyber Workforce Legislation",2024-08-05,2024,2024-08,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) announced the introduction of the bipartisan, bicameral Cyber Ready Workforce Act that would direct the U.S. Department of Labor to award grants to increase access to registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity. Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate last month by Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN). The cybersecurity field has a severe shortage in talent, with nearly 500,000 current job openings in the U.S. and over 4,300 openings in Nevada alone. The Cyber Ready Workforce Act would help address this problem by establishing a new program within the Department of Labor to award competitive grants to businesses, industry and community-based organizations, workforce development boards, educational institutions, joint labor-management partnerships, and nonprofits to develop registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity. “Cybersecurity is increasingly important across all sectors, from our small businesses to our national security. But we don’t have enough talent to fill these jobs — Nevada alone is facing a shortage of over 4,300 cybersecurity professionals,” said Congresswoman Lee. “I’m introducing bipartisan, bicameral legislation to address this shortage by boosting cybersecurity apprenticeships to recruit and train a new generation of this critical workforce. This bill will help ensure that we don’t fall behind when it comes to cybersecurity while putting Nevada at the forefront of the high-demand, high-impact, and high-paying jobs of the future.” “The continued shortage of cybersecurity professionals has exposed our nation to severe vulnerabilities, threatening our economy and national security. Now, more than ever, a strong cybersecurity workforce is necessary to protect our interests at home and abroad,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. “Our bipartisan, bicameral initiative will provide the next generation of cybersecurity experts the opportunity to gain in-demand skills for high-paying jobs here in Pennsylvania and across the nation without the burden of student loan debt, while fortifying our critical infrastructure and safeguarding our data systems.” The cybersecurity registered apprenticeship program would include industry-recognized certification in cybersecurity, encourage stackable and portable credentials, and increase access to jobs in cybersecurity. In addition to developing curriculum and technical instruction, grant funding could be used to provide support services to apprentices including career counseling, mentorship, and assistance with transportation, housing, and child care costs. You can find endorsements and more information about the Cyber Ready Workforce Act here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:36:13Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-introduces-bipartisan-veteran-transportation-initiative,Horsford Introduces Bipartisan Veteran Transportation Initiative,2024-07-30,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS – This month, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04), Congresswoman Mary Peltola (AK), and Representative James Moylan (Guam) introduced the Veteran Service Organization Transportation Act to empower Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) in highly rural areas to apply for grants to purchase transportation for veterans in their communities to get to medical appointments. Veterans who live in counties with less than seven people per square mile will have access to the grant program. “Nevada’s Fourth District is one of the most geographically diverse in the country, with rural communities from Pahrump to Tonopah to Ely,” said Congressman Horsford. “I know the unique challenges that rural veterans face in accessing the healthcare they need and deserve. This legislation is an important step toward ensuring that no veteran is left behind, regardless of where they live. I’m honored to work with Representatives Peltola and Moylan on this bipartisan effort to support those who have served our country.” “When it comes to getting the benefits they were promised after their service, rural veterans suffer the most,” said Congresswoman Peltola. “In vast states like Alaska, we need to make policy changes to ensure our vets get the same care as those in the Lower 48.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-housing-plan-help-lower-costs-new-senior-housing,Congresswoman Lee Announces Housing Plan to Help Lower Costs at New Senior Housing Complex,2024-07-29,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Watch video from the press conference here LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Lee (NV-03) announced her three-part plan to help lower costs and build more affordable housing during a tour of the West Sahara Senior Housing Complex. This 5-acre site, which features 171 affordable units with one- and two-bedroom apartments, elevator access, and supportive services free to residents, was made possible by federal investments that Congresswoman Lee helped secure. Over $34 million via the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit helped fund this project. Nevada faces a shortage of rent units and housing prices have risen. Congresswoman Lee’s housing plan to help lower costs includes: Cutting government red tape and speeding up housing projects that leverage supply and demand to help drive down costs. Lee’s bipartisan AACE Act to get this done just passed the U.S. House and was endorsed by Governor Joe Lombardo. It will expand access to appraisers of federal land who are integral to approving key land transactions. Cracking down on big corporate landlords who are buying up homes and jacking up prices. Lee is fighting to pass the HOME Act to make it illegal to rent or sell a unit at an unreasonable price during a housing crisis. It's estimated that 15% of the single-family homes in Las Vegas are owned by corporate investors and these massive corporations are trading homes likes stocks. Continuing to secure more federal investments for affordable housing projects like the West Sahara Senior Housing Complex. As southern Nevada’s voice on the House Appropriations Committee, Lee secured millions for local housing projects. The American Rescue Plan, which Lee helped get signed into law, is delivering $1 billion dollars in housing investments across Nevada. Lee also helped secure more than $175 million in federal investments this fiscal year to expand affordable housing and combat homeless in southern Nevada. These investments are supporting projects across Clark County, including several 200-unit affordable housing developments and 1,000 new senior apartments. “My plan to lower housing costs requires that we continue to work across the aisle to deliver results for our community. It’s the reason my legislation to help lower housing costs is endorsed by Governor Joe Lombardo and why I work with my Republican colleagues in Congress every day,” said Congresswoman Lee. “It’s a major achievement to literally be standing here at West Sahara Senior Housing — a product of the federal investments I’ve helped secure for southern Nevada.” Congresswoman Lee toured the West Sahara Senior Housing Complex with local developers, contractors, and Silver State Housing to view affordable senior housing units and services offered on site. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-introduces-legislation-to-secure-healthcare-for-school-support-staff,Horsford Introduces Legislation to Secure Healthcare for School Support Staff,2024-07-25,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) introduced the Securing Continued Healthcare for Our Operations and Logistics (SCHOOL) Professionals Act. This legislation would fix a long-standing loophole that has prevented contracted school custodians, bus drivers, security guards, nurses, cafeteria workers, and other essential support staff from accessing affordable healthcare coverage. “Every worker who dedicates their time and energy to our schools deserves access to affordable healthcare,” said Congressman Horsford, Co-Chair of the Congressional Labor Caucus. “The SCHOOL Professionals Act will ensure that our school support staff are not left behind due to an outdated regulatory loophole. This is about fairness and ensuring that everyone who serves our students and schools receive the same benefits.” ""Our education support staff and bus drivers are critical to our education system and need access to affordable healthcare,"" said Congressman Norcross (NJ-01), Co-Chair of the Congressional Labor Caucus. ""Whether they are employed by the school district or an outside contractor they are doing the same job and deserve the same rights. I'm proud to introduce the SCHOOL Professionals Act with Congressman Horsford to ensure that all school employees who work full-time schedules receive this essential benefit. It's just common sense."" “The Teamsters are proud to support the SCHOOL Professionals Act because all workers deserve access to quality and reliable health care. Unfortunately, the Affordable Care Act created a glitch preventing thousands of contracted custodians, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, and nurses from accessing the same health care that their colleagues in the classroom receive. It was never intended for these workers to be locked out from quality health care and this legislation will fix that unfair oversight. Congress must take immediate action and pass this critical legislation before the end of this term so that workers do not have to go one day longer without health care coverage,” said Mr. Sean O’Brien, General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Currently, employees of private companies contracted by school districts are subject to a 12-month calendar for determining full-time status, unlike their counterparts directly employed by educational institutions who are evaluated on a nine-month school year basis. This discrepancy has left many contracted workers without employer-sponsored health benefits despite their full-time work schedules during the school year. This legislation would align the healthcare benefit requirements for contracted employees with those of direct school employees, ensuring that all workers who support educational institutions have access to the same affordable healthcare coverage. The introduction of the SCHOOL Professionals Act follows a letter sent by Congressman Horsford and Norcross to the Secretary of the Department of the Treasury, Janet Yellen, urging the Biden-Harris Administration to address this loophole. The Obama-Biden Administration acknowledged the issue in 2015, but formal action has yet to be taken. The bill is also cosponsored by Labor Caucus Co-Chairs Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06). It is endorsed by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the National Education Association, and the American Federation of Teachers.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-s-bill-to-support-families-affected-by-parental-substance-abuse-sails-through-ways-means-committee,Horsford’s Bill to Support Families Affected by Parental Substance Abuse Sails through Ways & Means Committee,2024-07-25,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) announced that his Regional Partnership Grants Reauthorization Act was approved by the House Ways and Means Committee in a 38-0 bipartisan vote and now makes its way to the House floor. The bill, included in the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act, aims to reauthorize and strengthen support for families affected by parental substance abuse. “The well-being of children in communities across the country depends on ensuring that families affected by substance abuse receive the support they need,” said Congressman Horsford. “The passage of my Regional Partnership Grants Reauthorization Act through the House Ways and Means Committee takes a step forward toward providing essential services and stability for vulnerable families. I’m committed to working for these families and ensuring we invest in programs that make a real difference.” The Regional Partnership Grants Reauthorization Act would extend the successful Regional Partnership Grant Program for an additional five years. This program supports families affected by parental substance abuse and offers a range of services, including peer recovery coaching, family-centered services, and specialized support for fathers and pregnant women. Since its inception, the program has served over 41,000 children and 25,500 families across 40 states. The inclusion of the legislation in the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act underscores the importance of efforts to improve child welfare systems. Its passage through the Ways and Means Committee advances the effort to provide necessary resources to help families overcome challenges posed by substance abuse.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-president-bidens-oval-office-address,Congresswoman Lee Statement on President Biden’s Oval Office Address,2024-07-25,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement on the President’s Oval Office address: “President Joe Biden is the ultimate patriot. During his long, storied career serving our country, he has never forgotten where he came from and put working families first. “His selfless decision to pass the torch to the next generation is a great investment in our country and builds on his impressive legacy. From leading the greatest investment in infrastructure and climate action in U.S. history to bringing manufacturing jobs back to America and lowering drug and healthcare costs for our families, Joe Biden has put our next generation first. I was proud to work with the President on these historic pieces of legislation, and it was his leadership that allowed for the successful negotiation and passage of these policies. “President Biden will be remembered as one of the most consequential and effective presidents of our lifetime and it was an honor to serve with him. Thank you, Mr. President. “P.S. He’s not done yet!” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/world-ivf-day-congresswoman-lee-signs-discharge-petition-force-vote-federal,"On World IVF Day, Congresswoman Lee Signs Discharge Petition to Force Vote on Federal IVF Protections",2024-07-25,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Watch Congresswoman Lee’s Video Here WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) signed a discharge petition on the House floor that would force a Congressional vote on the Access to Family Building Act. The legislation would protect every American’s right to access in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and other assisted reproductive technology (ART) that millions of women rely on to have children. Since 1981, over one million infants have been born with the help of assisted reproductive technology, including IVF. One in six women have difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term – including Congresswoman Lee, who used IVF to conceive her two children after struggling with infertility. The Access to Family Building Act would establish a legal right to IVF and other assisted reproductive services, overriding any state effort to unnecessarily limit or ban access. Specifically, it would: Establish a statutory right for an individual to access, without prohibition or unreasonable limitation or interference, ART services, such as IVF, and for a healthcare provider to provide ART services. Establish an individual’s statutory right regarding the use or disposition of their reproductive genetic materials. Allow the Department of Justice to pursue civil action against any state, government official, individual or entity that violates protections in the legislation. Create a private right of action for individuals and healthcare providers in states that have limited access to ART. Congresswoman Lee filmed a video on the steps of the U.S. House of Representatives calling out anti-choice extremists who refuse to bring the bill up for a vote. The full transcript is below: Hi everyone, it's Congresswoman Susie Lee on World IVF Day. This is such an important day to me personally because both of my children were conceived with IVF like thousands, millions, of families across this country. And listen, Congress could do something to protect access to IVF by passing the Access to Family Building Act right here today. But unfortunately, there are anti-choice extremists in the House and across this country who want to prevent parents from using this important tool for infertility to grow their families. I have just signed a discharge petition that would force the leadership of the House to bring this bill to a vote to protect the right to IVF across this country. And again, this to me is about giving people a tool. Infertility is the disease, and IVF is the treatment. So, I'm going to continue to fight like hell to make sure that, number one, government does not control women's bodies, but two, that families who are facing infertility have an important tool to be able to grow their own families. And we can start today, by passing the Access to Family Building Act. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-joins-bipartisan-no-tax-tips-act,Congresswoman Lee Joins Bipartisan No Tax on Tips Act,2024-07-23,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today,Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced she is cosponsoring the bipartisan No Tax on Tips Act to exempt 100% of all tips from the federal income tax. All tips are currently subject to federal taxes, which hits states like Nevada – with the highest concentration of tipped workers in the nation – especially hard. “We need to be doing everything we can to keep more dollars in Nevadans’ pockets. No one should lose out on the tips they earned, especially while big corporations make record profits,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “This bipartisan legislation will bring immediate relief to many Nevadans and must be part of a broader effort to raise wages while protecting workers from corporate greed.” Congresswoman Lee is working to lower costs and keep more money in southern Nevadans’ pockets. Earlier this year, she helped pass a bipartisan tax package that made significant progress to expand the Child Tax Credit and the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and has fought to increase the minimum wage since her first days in Congress. She also helped pass the Inflation Reduction Act, which capped the cost of insulin at $35/month and caps annual drug costs at $2,000 for seniors. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-congresswoman-lees-provisions-bipartisan-water-bill-pass-out-house,PASSED: Congresswoman Lee’s Provisions in Bipartisan Water Bill Pass Out of House,2024-07-22,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) applauded the passage of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024 out of the U.S. House of Representatives. The biennial, bipartisan legislation includes all three of her requests to protect southern Nevada’s water supply, including support for Laughlin’s water system and the Las Vegas Wash program. “No one knows better than a Nevadan just how precious our water resources are. That’s why I made securing water infrastructure investments for Laughlin and the Vegas Wash my top priorities for the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2024,” said Colorado River Caucus Vice-Chair Susie Lee. “I look forward to getting this bipartisan legislation to the President’s desk so we can tackle the ongoing effects of drought and protect our water supply across southern Nevada.” Included in the bipartisan legislation are all three of Congresswoman Lee’s top priorities for Southern Nevada: To authorize $29 million in United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) environmental infrastructure assistance for improvements to the Big Bend Water District Water Treatment and Delivery System in Laughlin, NV. To include language from Congresswoman Lee’s Las Vegas Wash Program Extension Act as part of WRDA 2024, which will raise the funding cap of the Las Vegas Wash program from $40 million to $60 million. To elevate water supply to a primary mission area of the USACE nationwide. Sitting at the southern tip of Nevada, Laughlin is struggling with water infrastructure no longer sufficient to meet its needs, especially in the event of an emergency. The town’s water treatment and delivery system is the only such system managed by the Las Vegas Valley Water District that lacks a secondary water source and lags in water storage capacity. To meet this crisis, Congresswoman Lee requested assistance to update Laughlin’s water system, which includes the construction of a new groundwater well. Farther north, the Las Vegas Wash carries more than 200 million gallons of water to Lake Mead every day and allows southern Nevada to recycle nearly every drop of water it uses indoors. Raising the funding cap on the federally supported Las Vegas Wash program would help ensure that projects to protect and restore the channel receive necessary resources. Just last year, Congresswoman Lee announced a separate $20 million investment in the Las Vegas Wash, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which she helped negotiate and pass. The full text of WRDA 2024 can be found here. As Vice-Chair of the bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, Congresswoman Susie Lee has been dedicated to finding solutions to the ongoing effects of Nevada’s megadrought. Last Congress, her Large-Scale Water Recycling Project Investment Act was signed into law as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. In 2023, she secured more than $122 million for local water projects, including the Las Vegas Wash and Lake Mead. She also led a bipartisan group of U.S. Representatives calling on the Biden Administration to take federal action to safeguard the Colorado River System after a series of missed deadlines, which helped build the momentum necessary for the Colorado River Basin states to reach a historic agreement to voluntarily conserve 3 million additional acre-feet of water through 2026. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-joins-communities-schools-annual-fill-bus-event,Congresswoman Lee Joins Communities in Schools at Annual Fill the Bus Event,2024-07-18,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) joined Communities in Schools (CIS) Nevada at their annual Las Vegas Fill the Bus event as they collected school supplies and additional resources for students and their families. CIS of Nevada is an education non-profit serving more than 91,000 students annually in Clark County School District, where nearly 60% of students attend a Title I institution. Their programs are in over 100 schools, focusing on providing equitable access to educational resources and support. For the 2022-2023 school year, 99% of K-11 students involved in CIS programs were promoted to the next grade level. 95% of CIS students go on to graduate. Lee previously served as president of CIS of Nevada. Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:32:29Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/release-congresswoman-lee-joins-local-roundtables-acting-labor-secretary-su,RELEASE: Congresswoman Lee Joins Local Roundtables with Acting Labor Secretary Su,2024-07-18,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) joined two roundtables with Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su, White House Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden, and southern Nevada community leaders. The first roundtable included local business and labor leaders to discuss how new federal investments are creating thousands of good-paying jobs in Nevada and helping boost workforce development programs. Lee and over 25 local leaders committed to signing the Good Jobs Principles. The second roundtable included leaders from the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders (AANHPI) community to discuss issues related to housing, small businesses, workforce development, and language access. Nevada is just one of five states where Asian Americans make up ten percent of the population. “The investments made by the Biden administration in infrastructure, manufacturing, and renewable energy are already having generational impacts in southern Nevada. Those investments are intended to get to every part of our community, and that only happens with partners at the regional, state, and local level,” said Congresswoman Lee. “When working families and small businesses succeed, our communities prosper, and we all benefit.” Lee was also joined by Congressman Steve Horsford (NV-4). Image Image Image Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:32:29Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-applauds-biden-harris-administration-actions-on-housing-affordability-and-access-that-will-have-immediate-impact-on-southern-nevada,Horsford Applauds Biden-Harris Administration Actions on Housing Affordability and Access That Will Have Immediate Impact on Southern Nevada,2024-07-17,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford applauded the announcement from the White House on taking action to address the housing affordability crisis here in Nevada and across the country. In the 117th Congress, Horsford first introduced the HOME Act, now H.R. 702 in the 118th Congress, to deal with the housing affordability crisis that was growing due to corporate landlords buying up single family homes and other properties, pricing out first-time home buyers including veterans and single-mothers, while also artificially driving up rental prices. Now, the White House has announced major new actions to lower housing costs. “Housing is a fundamental issue that affects all aspects of our lives, from economic stability to health and education. Today's announcement by President Biden is a significant step forward in addressing the housing crisis in Southern Nevada and across the country, but we must continue to push for more comprehensive solutions to ensure everyone has a fair shot at owning a home and living safely and securely,” saidCongressmanHorsford. “This proposed policy to cap rent increases at 5% targets large landlords with more than 50 units and encourages rent stabilization by making it less attractive for corporate landlords to raise rents because they would lose valuable tax benefits if they did. My HOME Act would give the President the flexibility to define a housing emergency and protect renters from the egregious price increases we have seen in the last few years.” Today’s announcement takes action to make renting more affordable for millions of Americans and takes immediate steps to address housing access and affordability in Nevada. Today, President Biden announced he would be: Calling on Congress to pass legislation giving corporate landlords a choice to either cap rent increases on existing units at 5% or risk losing current valuable federal tax breaks; Repurposing public land sustainably to enable as many as 15,000 additional affordable housing units to be built in Nevada; and Rehabilitating distressed housing, building more affordable housing, and revitalizing neighborhoods, including in Las Vegas, Nevada.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:32:29Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/photo-release-congresswoman-lee-tours-t-mobile-customer-experience-center,PHOTO RELEASE: Congresswoman Lee Tours T-Mobile Customer Experience Center in Spring Valley,2024-07-17,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) joined T-Mobile regional and local leadership in a tour of their new Customer Experience Center located in the heart of Nevada’s Third Congressional District. The nearly 81,000 square foot facility supports more than 500 jobs and focuses on workforce investments and community partnerships. T-Mobile and UNLV STEM Internship Program will focus on Women in Technology and the Las Vegas Apprenticeship program to create career opportunities for underserved populations. “Las Vegas is known around the world as the entertainment and sports capital of the world, and we are quickly becoming a hub for cutting-edge innovation and technology,” said Congresswoman Lee. “T-Mobile’s investment in southern Nevada is key to our workforce development, job creation, and economic growth.” “It was an honor to welcome Congresswoman Lee at our T-Mobile for Business Customer Experience Center in Las Vegas today,” said Erin Corson, Senior Director, T-Mobile for Business Care Operations. “We had the opportunity to highlight the amazing work of our award-winning team which includes interns and apprentices from the local area, our vision for expanding and developing a diverse workforce, and our engagement with the community across the valley.” Congresswoman Lee was joined by T-Mobile leadership and local employees of the Spring Valley center. Image Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:32:29Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-new-investments-build-more-affordable-homes-and,Congresswoman Lee Announces New Investments to Build More Affordable Homes and Lower Housing Costs,2024-07-16,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced $50 million federal investment for the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority and the City of Las Vegas to build and revitalize southern Nevada homes, as well as broader community investments for healthier living and a stronger local economy. Specifically, the Department of Urban Development and Housing (HUD) investment will restore 235 existing affordable housing units for extremely low-income renters and build 400 new units of housing. It will also invest in an early learning center and provide support for small businesses. The funds will leverage an additional $212 million in public and private resources in this community, that will activate indoor and outdoor community spaces, and provide supportive services to residents. In addition to new investments, the announcement also includes plans for the Department of the Interior (DOI) to repurpose public land sustainably to enable as many as 15,000 additional affordable housing units to be built in Nevada. This comes shortly after Congresswoman Lee’s bipartisan legislation to speed up housing projects on federal lands passed out of the U.S House of Representatives. “Affordable housing isn’t just a priority in southern Nevada, it’s a necessity,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “These wide-ranging investments to lower housing costs by going after Big Corporate Landlords and freeing up land for more affordable homes is critical to addressing our housing crisis. I’ll continue fighting in Congress for commonsense solutions and federal dollars to keep a roof over every southern Nevadan’s head.” Congresswoman Lee also cosponsors legislation to crack down on corporate landlords who buy up local homes and raise costs for working families, seniors, and veterans, while also securing millions in federal dollars to continue investing in lower housing costs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:32:29Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-presidents-new-housing-announcement,Congresswoman Lee Statement on President’s New Housing Announcement,2024-07-16,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement on the President’s new housing announcement: “The President’s new housing announcement is sorely needed. “I support using the power of the purse to motivate corporate landlords to do the right thing and keep costs down for hardworking American families. This is not rent control, it’s a tax disincentive. Throughout history, the government has provided tax write-offs to incentivize corporate investors to develop certain industries. Why should it not eliminate those write-offs when those corporations make record profits while hardworking Americans struggle to put a roof over their head? Federal resources should go toward building new housing, mortgage relief, freeing up federal lands for affordable housing, and helping lower rents — not to corporate shareholders. “This work builds on my bipartisan bill to expand housing projects on public lands, and Rep. Horsford’s legislation that I co-sponsored that will further crack down on corporate price gouging in the housing industry. “This announcement is a good start and there is still more work to be done to address the many complex causes of our housing crisis.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:32:29Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-epa-head-tour-solar-powered-cooling-center-southern-nevada,"Congresswoman Lee, EPA Head Tour Solar-Powered Cooling Center as Southern Nevada Temperatures Soar",2024-07-15,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image Above: Congresswoman Lee meets with EPA Regional Administrator Guzman, local clean energy advocates LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Lee (NV-03) joined Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan, Region 9 Administrator Martha Guzman, and state and local clean energy advocates in a press conference after touring a solar-powered cooling center. The policymakers and advocates discussed more than $156 million in solar investments for the Nevada Clean Energy Fund as part of the Solar for All grant program, which was made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act that Congresswoman Lee helped pass. As extreme heat continues to soar, the investments are not only supporting cooling centers to help keep folks safe and healthy, but also capture an abundance of renewable energy from southern Nevada’s 300+ sunny days per year while lowering energy costs for southern Nevada communities. “As we all know, communities across the country are dealing with extreme heat – we just happen to be a little more extreme,” said Congresswoman Lee. “This solar-powered cooling center is just one example of how we're helping families beat the heat. And because of the federal Solar Power for All program, we’ll soon be seeing more of these projects as southern Nevada leads the nation in efforts to build a clean energy economy.” The press conference also comes on the heels of an announcement by Congresswoman Lee and Unimacts Solar Manufacturing of over 200 new jobs in southern Nevada earlier this year, which was also a direct product of investments made by the Inflation Reduction Act. Image Above: Congresswoman Lee meets EPA Administrator Michael Regan Image Above: Congresswoman Lee and Administrator Regan listen to a solar panel demonstration",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-applauds-biden-harris-administration-s-historic-investment-in-registered-apprenticeships,Horsford Applauds Biden-Harris Administration's Historic Investment in Registered Apprenticeships,2024-07-11,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) applauded the recent federal investments in Registered Apprenticeships by the Biden-Harris Administration. These investments are the largest federal commitment to modernize, diversify, and expand Registered Apprenticeships in US History. The $244 million in funds aims strengthen workforce pipelines across growing industries in states across the country, including Nevada, to ensure equitable access to high-quality, good-paying jobs. He released the following statement: “I’m thrilled to see the Biden-Harris Administration making record investments in Registered Apprenticeships, which will have big impacts on Nevada’s workforce. These investments will provide our residents with opportunities to gain new skills and secure good-paying jobs in growing sectors like clean energy and advanced manufacturing. By expanding access to apprenticeship programs, we are building a stronger, more inclusive economy that benefits all Nevadans. I look forward to working with local stakeholders to maximize the benefits of these investments and continue to drive economic growth in our state.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-and-rosen-advocate-for-increased-housing-support-in-nevada,Horsford and Rosen Advocate for Increased Housing Support in Nevada,2024-07-10,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and Senator Jacky Rosen (NV) sent a joint letter to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), requesting an increase in the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority’s (SNRHA) Housing Choice Vouchers allocation by 10,000 vouchers over five years. This request aims to address the affordable housing crisis in Nevada and provide greater flexibility in voucher administration to better serve low-income households. “Affordable housing is a critical issue affecting families in Nevada,” said Congressman Horsford. “By increasing the allocation of Housing Choice Vouchers and allowing more flexibility in their use, we can ensure that more Nevadans have a safe and affordable place to call home. This is about giving our community the tools it needs to thrive.” “Hardworking Nevada families are feeling the squeeze of sky-rocketing housing prices, which is why I’m doing everything I can to lower costs and make housing more affordable in our state,” said Senator Rosen. “Congressman Horsford and I are pushing the Administration to expand the Housing Choice Voucher program so that more Nevadans can have access to affordable, reliable housing. I’ll continue fighting to lower prices for hardworking families.” The letter emphasizes the urgency of addressing the affordable housing shortage in Nevada, which is among the most severe in the nation. With the SNRHA dealing with a waitlist exceeding 42,000, it would take more than three years just to clear the backlog at the current rate of voucher assistance without adding any additional individuals. The letter proposes increasing the Housing Choice Voucher allocation by 10,000 vouchers over the next five years, raising the project-based voucher program cap and granting waivers to enhance flexibility in voucher selection and portability. These steps aim to improve the efficacy of the Housing Choice Voucher Program and provide relief to Nevada’s low-income households.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-recognizes-the-black-homeownership-collaborative-s-efforts-to-close-the-black-homeownership-gap,Horsford Recognizes the Black Homeownership Collaborative’s Efforts to Close the Black Homeownership Gap,2024-07-10,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) applauded the achievements of the Black Homeownership Collective for their three years of work dedicated to closing the Black homeownership gap and creating 3 million new Black homeowners by 2030. He released the following statement: “I applaud the Black Homeownership Collaborative for their commitment over the past three years in working to close the Black homeownership gap. This initiative, led by the National Housing Conference and supported by investments from partners such as the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, aims to create 3 million new Black homeowners by 2030 through the 3by30 plan. “I’m pleased to work with them to benefit my constituents in Nevada and advance my efforts as Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus to close the racial wealth gap. They are not just talking about solutions; they are leading them, and I’m proud to spotlight their efforts to close the Black homeownership gap, a crucial step toward building generational wealth.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-against-legislation-make-it-more-difficult,Congresswoman Lee Statement Against Legislation to Make it More Difficult for Millions of U.S. Citizens to Vote,2024-07-10,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement after voting against extreme legislation that would make it more difficult for millions of U.S. citizens to register to vote: “It is already illegal for noncitizens to register or vote in federal elections and I’ve repeatedly supported legislation to prevent noncitizens from voting. I believe it’s important that we find a common sense, bipartisan solution to verify citizenship when registering and ensure only eligible U.S. citizens are able to vote. “Today’s extreme legislation did not do that — it would gut mail and online voter registration in states like Nevada and make it nearly impossible for millions of citizens to register to vote. “Under this dangerous legislation, birth certificates for individuals who have changed their names, like married women, would not be considered proof of citizenship, and Americans would be prohibited from using military IDs or tribal IDs when registering to vote. This would put millions of U.S. citizens at risk of having their names removed from state voter rolls. “I voted against this legislation because it would threaten Americans’ constitutional right to vote.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-new-center-excellence-within-nevada-system-higher,Congresswoman Lee Announces New Center of Excellence within Nevada System of Higher Education,2024-07-09,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced that the Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $5 million to academic institutions across the country, including the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents, to establish brand-new Centers of Excellence focusing on stormwater control. Funding for this award comes from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that Congresswoman Lee helped negotiate and pass. Despite being in a desert, southern Nevada is not immune to the severe impacts of stormwater — over the Labor Day weekend last year, most of Clark County was overwhelmed by thunderstorms and floods that delayed flights, damaged homes and cars, and turned streets into waterways. As the climate crisis intensifies, these severe weather events are on the rise across the Southwest, leading to more stormwater runoff and water supply pollution. “Southern Nevada is on the front lines of the climate crisis, but that doesn’t mean we have to accept severe stormwater impacts as another new reality,” said Congresswoman Lee. “We need the infrastructure and technology to not only tackle drought in the West, but also emerging extreme weather events and pollution. That’s why I helped pass historic, bipartisan water investments, and I’m proud to see those investments returned to southern Nevada to continue developing our leadership in sustainable technologies.” One of four new centers across the country, Nevada’s Center of Excellence will play an important role in conducting new research and providing technical assistance to state, local, and tribal entities to safeguard the environment while improving stormwater management and climate resilience. As Vice-Chair of the bipartisan Colorado River Caucus, Congresswoman Susie Lee has been dedicated to finding solutions to the worst drought in the American West in 12 centuries. This Congress, Lee has introduced bipartisan legislation to close the biggest data gap in water management and led bipartisan calls for action in the Colorado River negotiations following a series of missed deadlines, as well as a bill to unlock funding for Hoover Dam. Last year, Congresswoman Lee announced that $63 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding has been awarded to 13 water infrastructure projects across Nevada. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/passed-congresswoman-lees-bipartisan-bill-speed-housing-infrastructure-and,"PASSED: Congresswoman Lee’s Bipartisan Bill to Speed Up Housing, Infrastructure, and Conservation Projects Passes House with Overwhelming Support",2024-07-08,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee’s (NV-03) bipartisan Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts (AACE) Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives with overwhelming support from both parties. This legislation — co-led by Republican David Joyce (OH-14) and supported by stakeholders ranging from the Nevada Conservation League to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce — will ensure that Department of the Interior (DOI) public land transactions are completed effectively and efficiently by increasing access to qualified and cost-competitive appraisers. With its passage in the House, the bill is one step closer to being signed into law and now heads to the Senate, where Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) sponsors a companion bill. The legislation has also been endorsed by Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. DOI oversees hundreds of millions of acres of public lands nationwide, but before it can complete any land transactions, it must first guarantee that these transactions are done at fair market value. With growing demands, the agency has had to rely increasingly on private appraisers who can only work in the specific states where they are credentialed — unlike full-time federal appraisers, who have been able to work quickly and easily across state lines for decades. This creates bottlenecks that undermine conservation, economic, housing, and infrastructure projects on public lands. The AACE Act will tackle federal appraisal bottlenecks by making more appraisers available to DOI. The bill will cut government red tape and maximize DOI's efficiency without spending a single additional dollar of taxpayers' money. It will also require DOI to continue to prioritize working with local appraisers, unlocking the enhanced flexibility provided by the bill only when no qualified and cost-competitive local appraisers are available to perform needed services. “We can’t let red tape get in the way of key land transactions that will support conservation, build critical infrastructure, and help cut housing costs,” said Congresswoman Lee. “The AACE Act cuts through red tape by giving the Department of the Interior a much-needed tool to more quickly get land deals done at no additional cost to the American taxpayer. I’m proud that my bipartisan bill is one step closer to being signed into law.” “As land-related activities continue to skyrocket nationwide, so does the need for accurate and timely appraisals,"" said Congressman David Joyce. ""The bipartisan AACE Act will help to alleviate the appraisal backlog by expanding the Department of the Interior's ability to work with credentialed private appraisers. I am proud to see this legislation pass the House so that we can help support preservation efforts and spur economic growth in Ohio and across the country."" ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-helps-deliver-investments-new-laughlin-senior-housing,Congresswoman Lee Helps Deliver Investments for New Laughlin Senior Housing Project,2024-07-03,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced that the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLBank) of San Francisco will deliver a targeted investment of $540,000 for a new Laughlin Senior Apartments project in Laughlin, Nevada. Laughlin Senior Apartments will create 36 units for low-income individuals aged 55 and over. Each apartment will have a private entry, dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and outdoor patios. The larger building will have a community room with kitchen, grilling area, business center, fitness center, library, outdoor area, and parking. The Laughlin Senior Apartments project is part of FHLBank’s larger $9.4 million investment in nine housing projects across the state from the Nevada-specific fund Lee fought for and helped secure. Last year, Lee partnered with the FHLBank San Francisco for a community forum about housing needs and the necessary steps to bring more affordable housing solutions to southern Nevada. “I hear from families and seniors across southern Nevada that rents and home costs are too high,” said Congresswoman Lee. “To tackle this crisis, I’ve worked with FHLBank of San Francisco to secure new investments for more affordable housing in Laughlin and across the state. I’m also working with Republicans and Democrats on legislation to cut governmental red tape that drives up housing costs and to crack down on price gouging by corporate investors.” “The lack of affordable housing supply is one of the most challenging issues our country faces today, and this shortage is particularly acute in Nevada,” said Alanna McCargo, president and CEO FHLBank San Francisco. “Nevada faces a unique set of challenges as one of the least populated states with a diverse array of communities from urban, rural and tribal communities that are all in dire need of affordable housing. We are pleased to be able to nearly double the amount of targeted grant funding this year and deploy resources to nine projects across the state that will have a meaningful impact on mitigating the affordable housing crisis.” The $9.4 million investment for Nevada will support: 36 new homes for low-income seniors at Laughlin Senior Apartments in Laughlin 192 new affordable homes for seniors on Yale Street in North Las Vegas 22 new homes and a new community center for working families on Fallon Paiute Shoshone Indian Colony Tribal land in Fallon 85 renovated apartments for Fallon seniors 20 new homes and a park for members of the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Tribal land in Wadsworth 24 affordable homes for families in Pershing County 93 homes for middle-class families renovated by Northern Family Housing in Fallon Transitional housing to support women recovering from drug or alcohol addiction at the Empowerment Center II in Reno 50 new apartments at Tropicana Trails to help homeless Las Vegas residents get back on their feet Lee is leading the bipartisan Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts (AACE) Act to speed up appraisals and approvals for Nevada housing projects and cut governmental red tape that drives up housing costs. Lee is also a cosponsor of the Housing Oversight and Mitigating Exploitation (HOME) Act to help lower housing costs for Nevadans by cracking down on price gouging by corporate investors who are buying up housing stock and driving up home prices. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-honors-local-korean-american-veterans-vietnam-veteran-pins,Congresswoman Lee Honors Local Korean American Veterans with Vietnam Veteran Pins,2024-07-01,2024,2024-07,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image Watch video from the ceremony here LAS VEGAS – TODAY, ahead of Independence Day, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) held a ceremony at the Pacific Asian Plaza to recognize the heroic service of local southern Nevada Korean American Vietnam War veterans and honor them with Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pins. Lee also wrote today to the secretaries of the Department of Veterans Affairs and the State Department, calling on the Administration to expedite the delivery of medical benefits to Korean veterans who served side-by-side with U.S. troops during the Vietnam War and have since become naturalized U.S. citizens. The letter can be found here. Lee helped get the VALOR Act signed into law to give these veterans access to VA benefits. Veterans of Allied Forces from World Wars I and II have been able to enroll in VA health care, but before the VALOR Act, Korean veterans who also became U.S. citizens were denied these same benefits. More than 300,000 Korean soldiers fought alongside Americans throughout the Vietnam War and have since become naturalized U.S. citizens. Since these veterans are now U.S. citizens, they receive very limited help from the South Korean government. “There is nothing more important in this job than my responsibility to have the backs of our veterans. These are not Democratic or Republican issues — they are principles of the country we live in,” said Congresswoman Lee. “The Korean American Vietnam veterans we’re honoring today exemplify our nation’s best, and we owe them a great deal of gratitude. It is our duty to ensure that we take care of our veterans when they return home.” Lee was joined by President of the Korean American Association Las Vegas Alex Kim, Honorary Consul representing Korea in the State of Nevada Joseph Campos, Robert Davidson with Vietnam Veterans of America, and local Korean American veterans and their families. Image Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:24:45Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-introduces-bill-to-support-families-affected-by-parental-substance-abuse,Horsford Introduces Bill to Support Families Affected by Parental Substance Abuse,2024-06-28,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressmen Steven Horsford (NV-04) and Danny Davis (IL-07), Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support, introduced the Regional Partnership Grants Reauthorization Act of 2024 to reauthorize the Regional Partnership Grant Program for five years. This bill aims to improve substance abuse services within the child welfare system, supporting children and families in need. “Substance abuse impacts families across our country, and we need to provide strong support systems to help those in need,” said Congressman Horsford. “The Regional Partnership Grants Reauthorization Act ensures that children and families receive the services they need to overcome these challenges. We need action now to support and protect our most vulnerable families.” “Research is clear that Regional Partnership Grants successfully strengthen families affected by both substance use and child welfare to increase child stability, safety, and reunification” said Rep. Danny K. Davis. “Substance use is one of the primary reasons that children enter foster care. I am proud to partner with Rep. Horsford in leading the Regional Partnership Grants Reauthorization Act to modernize these grants that help children and families affected by substance use to thrive.” The Regional Partnership Grants Reauthorization Act of 2024 will: Reauthorize the Regional Partnership Grant Program through Fiscal Year 2028; Build the child welfare evidence base and strengthen implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA); and Incorporate important lessons learned from prior rounds of the program.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-supreme-court-decision-regarding-emergency,Congresswoman Lee Statement on Supreme Court Decision Regarding Emergency Abortion Care,2024-06-27,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement on the recent Supreme Court decision in Moyle v. U.S. and Idaho v. U.S. regarding whether emergency abortion care is included under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA): “Do not be fooled by this decision. While I’m relieved that this will protect some women in Idaho seeking lifesaving care, it does nothing to protect one in three women in this country who live in states that have banned or severely restricted a woman’s choice after Roe v. Wade was overturned. “Today’s decision leaves the door open to future attempts to control women’s bodies, all pulled from the same playbook that anti-choice extremists have been using to dismantle women’s rights. I will not rest until every woman has the freedom to make private decisions about her own body.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-announces-9-million-high-speed-internet-access-investments,Congresswoman Lee Announces $9 Million for High-Speed Internet Access Investments,2024-06-26,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) announced that the National Telecommunications Information Administration (NTIA) has awarded more than $9 million to the Governor's Office of Science, Innovation, and Technology (OSIT) to expand high-speed internet access across Nevada, and especially in rural and underserved communities. Investments were secured through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law which Congresswoman Lee helped negotiate and pass. Last year, more than 50,000 Nevada homes and small businesses lacked access to high-speed internet. Access is particularly challenging for rural Nevadans — in recent years, as much as one third of rural residents did not have access to standard-level broadband service. And for rural Nevadans who are able to get online, half do not have adequate service for their needs. “Access to the internet means access to jobs, health care, and education opportunities,” said Congresswoman Lee. “I helped negotiate and pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand internet access in rural and underserved communities, and today’s award does just that. I look forward to continuing to work with local, state, and federal partners to bridge the digital divide here in Nevada and across the country.” Awarded through NTIA’s Capacity Grant Program, this $$9,200,545.75 award will support the implementation of OSIT’s Statewide Digital Equity Plan. The investment will help improve access to devices and technical support, provide more opportunities for Nevadans to attain digital skills, and create a data-driven understanding of how to close the digital divide. As the most bipartisan Member of Congress, Congresswoman Lee is working with Republicans and Democrats to deliver federal broadband investments to Nevada. Last summer, Congresswoman Lee introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to ensure that states like Nevada receive their fair share of federal broadband funding, which includes $416 million from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-names-joi-holliday-sparrow-district-director,Horsford Names Joi Holliday-Sparrow District Director,2024-06-24,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS—Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) announced that he has named Joi Holliday-Sparrow his District Director. Holliday-Sparrow is an experienced government and public affairs professional who most recently served as the University of Nevada, Las Vegas's director of advocacy. “Constituent services and outreach are at the core of my work as Representative of Nevada’s 4th Congressional District. I am proud to have Joi Holliday-Sparrow lead my district staff in our efforts to deliver for my constituents and Nevada overall,” said Congressman Horsford. “She brings a wealth of experience that will enhance our partnerships with community leaders and organizations throughout Nevada and ensure that leaders throughout the vast district I am honored to represent will be heard.” As District Director, Holliday-Sparrow will be the main point of contact for constituents, community leaders, business owners, and local elected officials throughout the 4th Congressional District. She will lead strategic planning and coordinate community events to connect with congressional district residents, ensuring information and resources about federal programs reach everyone. She will lead the district office staff, who together ensure constituent service remains a top priority for Congressman Horsford. Before working at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Holliday-Sparrow was the Public Affairs Administrator for Southwest Gas Corporation. She was the Director of Legislative and Internal Affairs in the Office of the Governor of Nevada. She was a Senior Policy Analyst for the Nevada System of Higher Education. Holliday-Sparrow started her career at the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce. She graduated from Winston-Salem State University and received her M.Ed. in Higher Education and Policy from UNLV. She is currently a Ph.D. Candidate in Public Affairs, also at UNLV. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/on-anniversary-of-father-s-death-horsford-s-break-the-cycle-of-violence-act-reaches-new-milestone,"On Anniversary of Father’s Death, Horsford’s Break the Cycle of Violence Act Reaches New Milestone",2024-06-24,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, on the 32nd anniversary of the death of his father due to gun violence, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) announced that his Break the Cycle of Violence Act (H.R. 5003) reached a new high mark of 112 co-sponsors and committed to achieving a goal of 150 co-sponsors. The legislation would prevent the problem of gun violence before it starts in communities by investing in community violence intervention programs, which have been proven in research to reduce crime, save lives and break the cycle of violence. “58 percent of Americans or someone they care for have experienced gun violence in their lifetime, and sadly, I am among that segment of our population. In 1992, my father was shot and killed during a robbery at this job. I never got to say goodbye to him. Still, I have honored his legacy and that of so many other victims of gun violence in Southern Nevada and across the country by pushing for making the Break the Cycle of Violence Act the law of the land,” said Congressman Horsford. “My legislation would fund evidence-informed community violence intervention programs in our communities that keep guns out of the hands of folks and prevents crime before it can start, which will reduce crime, saves lives and break the cycle of violence that impacts so many people in Nevada and across the country.” The Break the Cycle of Violence Act was voted on and passed in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2022. Language from the bill was included in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which became law in 2022 and was the first comprehensive, meaningful gun reform legislation to pass Congress in more than 28 years. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-two-years-fall-roe-v-wade,Congresswoman Lee Statement on Two-Years Since Fall of Roe v. Wade,2024-06-24,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement to mark the two-year anniversary of the Dobbs decision, which overturned nearly 50 years of precedent settled by Roe v. Wade, taking away a woman’s right to choose for millions of women in states across the country: “With the fall of Roe v. Wade two years ago, millions of women in states across America were stripped of the freedom to make choices about their own bodies. If anti-choice extremists in Congress get their way and pass a national abortion ban, millions more women, including here in Nevada, will lose that same freedom. “The extreme far-right won't rest until they ban abortion nationwide with no exceptions for rape or incest, as well as IVF and birth control because they are more concerned about controlling women’s bodies than protecting life. “I’m fighting to stop these extremists and protect access to care for all women.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-applauds-decision-to-protect-domestic-violence-survivors-and-the-right-to-live-free-from-gun-violence,Horsford Applauds Decision to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors and the Right to Live Free from Gun Violence,2024-06-21,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) expressed support for the recent decision to uphold the federal law prohibiting domestic abusers from owning firearms. He released the following statement: “Today’s ruling will help save the lives of countless domestic violence survivors. By keeping guns out of the hands of abusers, we are making our communities safer and protecting the vulnerable. This decision reaffirms our commitment to gun laws that safeguard our communities. “As a long-time advocate for violence prevention, I know that this ruling will save lives and help create safer environments for those at risk. It underscores our nation's dedication to sensible gun regulations that prioritize public safety and the right to live free from gun violence by prohibiting domestic partners under a protective order from using a gun or threatening gun violence. “We must continue to build on this progress by supporting comprehensive gun violence prevention legislation and strengthening protective measures for domestic violence survivors.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-applauds-biden-harris-administration-s-measures-to-keep-families-together,Horsford Applauds Biden-Harris Administration’s Measures to Keep Families Together,2024-06-18,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) issued the following statement in response to the Biden-Harris Administration’s recent announcement of new measures aimed at keeping American families together and providing relief for undocumented spouses and children of U.S. citizens. “I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration on this effort to support American families,”said Congressman Horsford. “The new measures to provide work permits and a path to citizenship for undocumented spouses and children are important steps forward, and we must continue to work together in a bipartisan and balanced approach on future immigration and border policy. This means allocating robust funding for both the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and passing common-sense solutions to ensure the safety and well-being of our constituents.” These new policies will help over 500,000 undocumented spouses and children of U.S. citizens who have lived in the country for at least ten years and have passed criminal and background checks. Those eligible will be able to apply for ""parole-in-place"" to remain in the U.S. for three years, receive work permits, and work towards permanent residency. Additionally, it will streamline the process for certain work visas, making it easier for employers to hire and retain Dreamers with advanced degrees. Congressman Horsford is a member of the Democrats for Border Security Task Force and has been an advocate for advocate for moving beyond partisan rhetoric to pass comprehensive immigration reform and enhance border security. With the task force, he urged the President to use all the tools at his disposal to better address security at the Southern border, stop the import of illicit fentanyl, and allow for orderly legal immigration. He has also supported initiatives that keep families together and has signed letters during the appropriations process to advocate for robust funding of USCIS and the Department of Homeland Security. Additionally, he is a cosponsor of the American Dream and Promise Act and supports the Protecting Children of Long-Term Visa Holders Act.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-engages-constituents-in-a-full-day-of-action-in-the-district,Horsford Engages Constituents in a Full Day of Action in the District,2024-06-18,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS – Yesterday, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) participated in a series of events across the district he represents, emphasizing fundamental freedoms, economic opportunity, and community safety as part of “Defending Our Freedoms” Week of Action. “I had a productive and meaningful day meeting with diverse groups of people in our community,” said Congressman Horsford. “We discussed critical issues like the economic empowerment of foster youth, the benefits of clean energy, and the urgent need for comprehensive immigration reform. The conversations I have with constituents are vital for shaping policies that benefit Nevadans when I return to DC.” Event Highlights: Interview on Gun Violence Prevention: Congressman Horsford began the morning with an appearance on KSNV NBC 3’s morning show ""The Arc,"" discussing the recent Supreme Court decision on bump stocks and broader issues of gun violence prevention. He reiterated his commitment to advancing comprehensive gun safety measures, including the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and his own Break the Cycle of Violence Act, aimed at reducing gun violence and supporting affected communities. Empowering Foster Youth Roundtable: Later in the morning, Congressman Horsford joined a roundtable discussion with foster youth and community leaders at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). The conversation focused on the challenges faced by foster youth in securing housing, employment, and financial stability as they transition out of the foster care system. The event highlighted ongoing efforts to support these young individuals through the iFoster Jobs Program, which provides job training and placement services to help them achieve financial independence and stability. Energy Efficiency Home Visit: In the afternoon, Congressman Horsford accompanied Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm on a tour of a constituent’s home in Las Vegas undergoing an energy audit. The visit showcased the benefits of clean energy initiatives and the cost savings they bring to Nevadans. Congressman Horsford emphasized Nevada's leadership in clean energy and the significant investments made under President Biden’s clean energy plan, which aim to reduce pollution, create jobs, and lower energy costs for families. Work Authorization Roundtable: Congressman Horsford concluded the day with a roundtable at the Latin Chamber of Commerce, discussing the importance of expanding work authorization access for undocumented individuals married to U.S. citizens. Participants shared personal stories, highlighting the urgent need for fair and just immigration policies that benefit families and the economy.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/on-juneteenth-rep-horsford-and-senior-white-house-advisor-tom-perez-join-roundtable-on-civil-rights-with-nevada-community-leaders,"On Juneteenth, Rep. Horsford and Senior White House Advisor Tom Perez Join Roundtable on Civil Rights with Nevada Community Leaders",2024-06-18,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS – Rep. Steven Horsford, D-North Las Vegas, will be joined by Tom Perez, Senior Advisor and Assistant to the President, at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the ACLU of Nevada. The roundtable discussion will focus on protecting democracy, criminal legal system reform, and closing the racial wealth gap in Nevada and nationwide. Horsford and Perez plan to address the Biden-Harris Administration and House Democrats’ transformative policies that have helped advance civil rights for all people, including legislation to support traditionally underserved communities made possible by Horsford. WHO: Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) Tom Perez, Senior Advisor and Assistant to the President of the United States WHAT: Civil Rights Roundtable with Rep. Horsford, Senior WH Advisor Tom Perez, and Nevada Community and Civil Rights Leaders",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/photo-release-congresswoman-lee-tours-nonprofit-care-chest-providing-medical,PHOTO RELEASE: Congresswoman Lee Tours Nonprofit CARE Chest – Providing Medical Equipment to Community,2024-06-18,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"LAS VEGAS – Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) toured CARE Chest, a southern Nevada nonprofit that provides free medical equipment, supplies, and prescription assistance to those in need. CARE Chest collects, recycles, refurbishes, and then loans gently used medical equipment. CARE Chest was founded more than 30 years ago by three local pharmacists Bill Kahl, Alex Rassuchine, and Craig Collins. To help address health care costs and shortages, Lee helped pass the Inflation Reduction Act which: Was one of the strongest investments in our health care system since the ACA. Caps the cost of insulin at $35/month for seniors on Medicare. Caps annual out of pocket drug costs for seniors on Medicare at $2,000. Allows Medicare to negotiate lower drug prices. Lee also led bipartisan bills to increase the availability of mobile health units, expand telehealth in rural and underserved areas, and provide greater transparency for the cost of drugs and insurance plans. She also secured millions in federal investments for mental health, mobile health, and medical training. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-blasts-supreme-court-decision-allowing-bump-stocks-back-in-civilian-hands,Horsford Blasts Supreme Court Decision Allowing Bump Stocks Back In Civilian Hands,2024-06-14,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"NORTH LAS VEGAS – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) blasted the Supreme Court decision to allow dangerous bump stocks in civilians' hands again. He issued the following statement: ""Once again, Donald Trump’s handpicked Supreme Court has put the interests of corporations, in this case the gun lobby, over the lives of everyday Americans. ""October 1, 2017 was a traumatic day for the Las Vegas community and a seminal moment for our nation. Sadly, on this day, the largest mass shooting event in our country occurred at the hand of a shooter and their use of bump stocks - killing sixty people and injuring 867 survivors who are still dealing with the lingering effects to this day. ""Today, the Supreme Court sided with violent criminals and against our right to live free from gun violence in our communities. This must not stand. ""It’s why I voted to pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which is now law, co-sponsored legislation to end bump stocks and authored the Break the Cycle of Violence Act to stop crime before it starts, save lives and break the cycle of violence in all of our communities.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-hosts-foster-youth-for-congressional-foster-youth-shadow-day,Horsford Hosts Foster Youth for Congressional Foster Youth Shadow Day,2024-06-14,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) hosted Arria, a former foster youth from Nevada’s Fourth Congressional District, for the annual Congressional Foster Youth Shadow Day. Arria had the opportunity to gain a firsthand look at the workings of Congress and discuss crucial issues related to foster care and child welfare in Nevada. “It was an honor to have Arria shadow me for the day,”said Congressman Horsford. “Her insights and experiences are invaluable as we work to shape policies that support foster youth in our communities. Congressional Foster Youth Shadow Day underscores the importance of listening to and empowering our youth to drive meaningful change.” Throughout the day, Arria attendeda Financial Services hearing where Congressman Horsford questioned CFPB Director Rohit Chopra regarding their enforcement efforts and work to protect servicemembers, observed a constituent stakeholder meeting with the Nevada Paralyzed Veterans of America, and watched him record a video for the National Hispanic Construction Alliance. Arria also had the chance tointerview Congressman Horsford about foster and child welfare in Nevada, met with his staff, and enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of the Capitol and the House and Senate office buildings. The Congressional Foster Youth Shadow Day is sponsored by the National Foster Youth Institute and the bipartisan Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth. This event allows current and former foster youth to share their stories and provide valuable insights into the impact of child welfare policies. Nearly 40 young people participated in this year’s event, culminating in an awards luncheon featuring special guests and notable speakers.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-statement-following-vote-on-national-defense-authorization-act-hijacked-by-extremists-in-amendment-process,Horsford Statement Following Vote on National Defense Authorization Act Hijacked by Extremists in Amendment Process,2024-06-14,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, voted against Final Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025. As a member of the committee, Congressman Horsford worked through the committee process to improve the legislation for Nevadans and servicemembers overall, and voted to send the bill to the House floor after that committee process. However, during the floor debate, MAGA extremists added amendments to the bill that attacked women’s reproductive health and LGBTQ+ servicemembers while essentially eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within the Armed Services. “When we approved this legislation out of committee, it was a great bill that would deliver a historic 19.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted members. It would also provide raises for all other levels and address concerns around health care for our enlisted men and women. From investigating the challenges servicemembers have told me they face at Creech Air Force Base when it comes to housing and childcare to pushing for Assignment Incentive Pay for those serving at the base to prioritizing employment for military spouses, this bill would represent significant improvements for our servicemembers throughout my district in Nevada and across the country,” said Congressman Horsford.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-introduces-bill-to-address-healthcare-workforce-shortage,Horsford Introduces Bill to Address Healthcare Workforce Shortage,2024-06-13,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – This week, Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) introduced the Health Providers Training Act to address the critical shortage of healthcare professionals across the country. “The healthcare worker shortage is a crisis that demands immediate action,” said Congressman Horsford. “The Health Providers Training Act will help hospitals recruit qualified staff by investing in healthcare training. This will equip Nevadans with the necessary skills to fulfill these essential roles.” “The shortage of healthcare workers in Nevada is a huge problem. More than 2.2 million Nevadans live in areas with a shortage of primary care providers,” said Patrick Kelly, President and CEO of the Nevada Hospital Association. “We often hear about the shortage of nurses and physicians, but a great need exists for other healthcare workers too such as Certified Nursing Assistants, technicians, and therapists. Congressman Horsford’s bill will enable hospitals to access the Health Profession Opportunity Grant Program which trains low-income individuals for great career opportunities in healthcare.” Approximately 81 percent of Nevadans live in primary care health professional shortage areas. Factors contributing to this shortage include high population-to-provider ratios, poverty in urban areas, and extensive travel times to access care in rural regions. The Silver State Health Improvement Plan highlights that Nevada needs an additional 255 family medicine physicians, 626 nurse practitioners, and 3,162 registered nurses to meet national provider-to-patient averages. Limited graduate medical education opportunities and faculty shortages in nursing programs also exacerbate these shortages. The Health Providers Training Act makes hospitals eligible for the Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) Program. This program trains Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) recipients and low-income individuals for high-demand healthcare positions. Through HPOG, participants can receive higher education, training, and support services needed to secure well-paying jobs in healthcare, providing Nevadans with opportunities for financial security. HPOG has a proven track record of successfully preparing low-income Americans for in-demand healthcare careers. By offering career coaching, job placement, and support services, HPOG empowers participants to achieve economic stability and strengthens the healthcare workforce. Congressman Horsford’s Health Provider’s Training Act was included H.R. 4783, The Pathways to Health Careers Act. This legislation was introduced by the Ranking Member of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support, Congressman Danny Davis (IL-07), and seeks to modernize and expand the HPOG program to better support low-income workers in pursuing education and training for healthcare careers, creating good-paying jobs and addressing workforce shortages nationwide. Congressman Horsford previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Culinary Training Academy, an organization dedicated to reducing unemployment through workplace education and vocational training.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-statement-supreme-court-mifepristone-decision,Congresswoman Lee Statement on Supreme Court Mifepristone Decision,2024-06-13,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision to preserve access to the abortion pill mifepristone: “This is good news, but the fight is far from over. It never should have gotten this far in the first place. After far-right extremists overturned Roe v. Wade, 21 states have restricted or banned abortion, and they have continued their crusade to ban IVF and certain types of contraception. “Anti-choice extremists in Nevada and across the country are hellbent on implementing a nationwide abortion ban. I won’t rest until every woman has the freedom and the resources to make her own healthcare choices.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-calls-extension-and-expansion-radiation-exposure,Congresswoman Lee Calls for Extension and Expansion of Radiation Exposure Compensation Act for Suffering Nevadans,2024-06-10,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Above: Congresswoman Lee at the Atomic Museum Watch video from the press conference here LAS VEGAS – TODAY, at the Atomic Museum, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) sounded the alarm on the recently-expired Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) and called on Speaker Mike Johnson to let the House vote to extend the program and expand its coverage for thousands of downwinders, including in southern Nevada. Lee was joined by Nevada downwinder Linda Chase who contracted autoimmune disease from radiation exposure in Las Vegas during nuclear testing, principal investigator in the Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP) and the Nevada Test Site Screening Program Dr. Laura Shaw, and CEO of the National Atomic Testing Museum Rob McCoy. The National Cancer Institute estimates that 11,000 to 212,000 cases of thyroid cancer across the country are linked to exposure to radioactive fallout from these nuclear tests in Nevada. The nuclear tests from 1945 and 1992 have caused more cancers and chronic radiation-related illnesses than doctors are able to count. RECA expired on June 7, but June 10 is the last day to submit new claims for compensation for those who qualify for coverage. RECA does not currently cover all of Nevada, but the Senate passed bipartisan legislation in a 69-30 vote to extend the program and expand compensation for hundreds of thousands more radiation victims. Speaker Johnson has refused to bring this bill for a vote in the House. In April, Lee joined 30 Republicans and Democrats to call on House leadership to pass the Senate-passed bipartisan legislation that would ensure funding for radiation victims doesn’t expire and expand eligibility for compensation. Lee also cosponsored an amendment in the House version of the National Defense Authorization Act to extend RECA and expand compensation and coverage for all Nevadans. The Senate-passed version of RECA would: Expand eligibility to those downwind of the New Mexico Trinity Site and the Nevada Test Site. Expand eligibility to Nevadans in Clark County and double compensation for downwinders to $100,000. Expand compensation to an estimated 600,000 additional people who need treatment for radiation exposure. “Nevada has a long nuclear history that still lingers with thousands of ‘downwinders.’ Sadly, many Washington lawmakers have forgotten that there are still families here suffering from radiation exposure. I have not forgotten,” said Congresswoman Susie Lee. “The Radiation Exposure Compensation Act was a much-needed program to get radiation victims the help they need. Speaker Johnson must allow the House to vote on bipartisan Senate-passed legislation to extend this program and expand eligibility for thousands of downwinders in Nevada and across the country who are sick and dying before our eyes.” “We lived only 70 miles from the test site. We lived in Clark County, which was not one of the 22 counties covered by RECA. I guess they figured the radiation came to the county line, then went around it,” said Nevada downwinder Linda Chase. “The message was clear to me and to all of the residents of Clark County and other excluded areas: your sacrifice does not count; you do not matter [...] It’s not too late to do the right thing and pass the RECA expansion bill.” “Many of the patients we see are very ill and have personal and extensive family histories of cancer. Just last week, we screened a mom, daughter, and aunt, all with cancer. It’s heartbreaking to hear these stories and we want to help in any way we can,”said Dr. Laura Shaw in her remarks, speaking about the Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP) and the Nevada Test Site Screening Program. “According to the National Cancer Institute, the average cost of cancer is $150,000 per cancer. And RECA currently awards $50,000 for downwinders, $75,000 for on-site participants, and $100,000 for uranium miners. So, we see that, again, this compensation and these services are needed.” Below: Linda Chase, a downwinder from Nevada Below: Dr. Laura Shaw, a principal investigator in the Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program (RESEP) and the Nevada Test Site Screening Program who screens downwinders in Nevada ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-lee-joins-local-law-enforcement-and-retail-partners-combat,Congresswoman Lee Joins Local Law Enforcement and Retail Partners to Combat Organized Retail Crime,2024-06-07,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Susie Lee,L000590,susielee.house.gov,susielee,https://susielee.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Image LAS VEGAS – Today, at the Target on Rainbow Boulevard, Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) joined the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the Retail Association of Nevada, and local retail asset protection teams to discuss ways that they are combatting organized retail crime (ORC) in southern Nevada. In Nevada, ORC caused an estimated loss of $85 million in tax revenue in 2021 alone. Last year, a Summerlin beauty store was the victim of ORC and the year before that, Metro uncovered a 30-foot-long trailer of stolen goods from dozens of retailers totaling over $1 million. ORC affects consumers, workers, and businesses — costing over $1 billion in lost products, higher insurance, increased prices of goods, and unrealized wages in Nevada alone. ORC costs retailers $720,000 for every $1 billion in sales – up 50 percent since 2015. Lee convened a roundtable discussion with Metro Police Sergeant and supervisor of the department’s Organized Retail Crime Section Patrick Flynn, members of Target’s asset protection team, Walgreens Major Crimes Investigations Manager Jake Crank, and Retail Association of Nevada’s Senior Vice President Bryan Wachter. In Congress, Lee is leading the bipartisan Combating Organized Retail Crime Act and the bill has 122 cosponsors. 93% of retailers support the legislation. The bipartisan Combating Organized Retail Crime Act would: Establish an Organized Retail Crime Coordination Center within Homeland Security. Designate ORC a federal crime and equip federal investigators and prosecutors to combat these operations. Require the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice to report to Congress on this type of crime and enforcement. “Organized retail crime puts all of us in danger, while hurting consumers, taxpayers, and businesses of all sizes. Our local and state law enforcement are doing incredible work, but we need coordination at the federal level to investigate and prosecute these crimes,” said Congresswoman Lee. “These criminal groups are driving up prices for hardworking Nevadans, and using their stolen goods to fund human trafficking, weapons smuggling, and terrorism. That's why I'm proud to lead bipartisan legislation that will support law enforcement with the tools they need to crack down on these criminal operations.” “We just want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Congresswoman Lee for being able to be an original cosponsor of the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act. This is vital legislation that is going to help our smallest and our largest businesses here in Nevada be able to succeed,” said Retail Association of Nevada’s Senior Vice President Bryan Wachter. Image Image ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-requests-over-60-million-for-nevada-s-growth-and-safety,Horsford Requests Over $60 Million for Nevada’s Growth and Safety,2024-06-05,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) submitted a request for over $60 million to bolster Nevada’s infrastructure and community services as part of the annual Community Project Funding (CPF) process. These investments would improve public safety, educational resources, and environmental sustainability in communities across Nevada’s Fourth Congressional District. “Each of these projects is about making real improvements in the lives of Nevadans,” said Congressman Horsford. “I’m seeking to assist in tackling everything from public safetyand library services to road safety and water conservation. We’ll ensure that our infrastructure meets the needs of Nevadans today and in the future.” Congressman Horsford is championing 15 projects to benefit his constituents. These include: Historic Westside Library Project: $9,500,000 Rancho Drive Complete Streets: $2,000,000 Climate Adaptive Bus Shelters: $2,560,000 Tonopah Downtown Rehabilitation: $2,000,000 Vision Zero Program Implementation: $3,000,000 LVMPD Air Support Section Equipment: $1,037,000 North Las Vegas Library Expansion: $3,212,000 Nye County Security Enhancements: $3,212,000 Nevada State Police VR Training: $360,000 Moapa Valley Sewer Infrastructure: $4,000,000 Moapa Valley Water Transmission Line: $9,520,000 Virgin Valley Water District Line Replacement: $6,760,000 Clark County Joint Communications Center: $1,500,000 Losee Wash Diversion Project: $11,494,142 Lyon County Mobile Outreach Safety Vehicle: $90,000 Community Project Funding (CPF) is a process through which federal funds are allocated to projects that serve the public good and meet specific community needs. The process involves the submission of comprehensive proposals which are reviewed for the project’s potential impact and urgency. Congressman Horsford’s requests seek to address many of the most pressing issues facing his constituents to provide federal support for Nevada’s sustainable and equitable development.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases/horsford-statement-on-executive-actions-on-border-security,Horsford Statement on Executive Actions on Border Security,2024-06-04,2024,2024-06,Democrat,House,NV,Steven Horsford,H001066,horsford.house.gov,horsford,https://horsford.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON—Congressman Steven Horsford issued the following statement today following the White House’s announcement of Executive Actions on Border Security: “House Republicans have thwarted efforts at legislative solutions to keep fentanyl and other illicit drugs from entering our communities. Today’s actions are an essential step to protect our border, but as I’ve said before, we must have a balanced approach to future immigration policy, which requires Congressional action. ""I will continue working with the Administration to ensure DREAMers and the spouses of U.S. Citizens have access to work permits and that our Border Patrol has the resources, including technology and manpower, it needs to keep our communities safe.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-07T21:11:47Z