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://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/remembering-mike-leach-executive-session,REMEMBERING MIKE LEACH (Executive Session),2022-12-20,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 198 (Senate - December 20, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I come to the floor today to pay tribute to a very special man who was held dear by many Mississippians, Mississippi State University head coach Mike Leach, who passed away on December 12, 2022. Today, thousands of Mississippians and people from across the country will gather in Starkville to celebrate the life of Mike Leach, who began his coaching at Mississippi State in 2020. Coach Leach's quirkiness, youthful spirit, and dynamic coaching style immediately endeared him to football fans across my State. His likeable and unique personality broke barriers among schools. Whether you were cheering for Mississippi State, Jackson State, Ole Miss, Southern, or any other school, you couldn't help but chuckle at the entertaining sideline interviews or admire how his ""Air Raid"" offense was changing the game. Coach Leach was an attorney. He started his coaching career shortly after graduating from law school. Mike Leach made a lasting impact on the game of football, to be sure, but, more importantly, his extraordinary leadership and passion for the game made a lasting impact on his players, his colleagues, and his loved ones. These remarks can't fully encompass Mike Leach's life as a husband, father, grandfather, scholar, mentor, and charitable man. Still, Mississippi is blessed to have been able to call Mike Leach one of our own these past years. While our State mourns, we remain grateful for the memories and the stories his legacy leaves. My heart goes out to his family and the entire Bulldog family. Hail State, and rest in peace, Coach.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-guest-introduces-end-fentanyl-act,Congressman Guest Introduces the END FENTANYL Act,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – In response to the rising threat of illicit fentanyl, Congressman Michael Guest (R-MS), joined by Congressman David Trone (D-MD), introduced the bipartisan and bicameral Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of Life (END FENTANYL) Act. “The damage that has already been caused by fentanyl is irreparable. Overdoses caused by fentanyl is now the leading cause of death in Americans aged 18 to 45, but we can act to mitigate the continued devastation that the drug is causing in communities across our nation,” Congressman Michael Guest said. “This bill is a strong step forward in our mission to save as many lives as possible from this deadly drug, and we must continue to work with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to stop the flow of fentanyl into our communities. I’m grateful for Congressman Trone and Senator Scott for their efforts towards this important goal.” “Far too many Americans have lost loved ones to opioid overdoses, and millions more are currently suffering from substance use disorder. Working together, we must do everything we can to stem the flow of illicit fentanyl into our communities,” said Congressman David Trone. “The END FENTANYL Act will allow us to keep inspection practices at the border up to date to better combat this ever-evolving epidemic and save lives. This is a common-sense, bipartisan effort that we can all get behind.” The END FENTANYL Act would require CBP to update its manuals at least every three years to identify ways to help prevent drug and human smuggling activity through ports of entry. It also would require the CBP Commissioner to report any changes that are made to the House Committee on Homeland Security and the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee. The Senate companion to the bill, S. 4460, was introduced by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and has been approved by the Senate’s Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee. “For too long, the crushing heartbreak felt from losing a loved one to a drug overdose, and the opioids that cause them, have plagued American families. This epidemic, fueled by the massive amounts of fentanyl flowing illegally over our southern border into our communities, has only grown worse. Every life taken by an accidental drug poisoning is a preventable tragedy and we must do everything in our power to stop them. We must continue our work to support our brave CBP agents, and all who are on the frontlines of this battle, ensuring they have every tool needed to fight back, keep these dangerous drugs out of our country and save lives. I am thankful for Congressmen Guest and Trone for leading this bipartisan charge in the House, and look forward to working together to get this important legislation passed into law,” Senator Rick Scott said. As the Vice Ranking Member on Homeland Security, Congressman Guest has focused on combatting the fentanyl epidemic by cutting off its source in Mexico. Earlier this year, Congressman Michael Guest cosponsored another piece of legislation to combat the smuggling of fentanyl into the U.S. The bill would increase the sentence of those found smuggling fentanyl into the U.S. to life in prison. “It’s time we take a hard stance against the smuggling of this deadly drug. With this legislation, we’re letting drug smugglers know that if they choose to bring fentanyl into American states, communities, and homes, the price they’ll pay will be severe,” Rep. Michael Guest said at the time of introduction. Background: Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid used clinically for the treatment of severe pain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “it is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine.” According to the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), illicit fentanyl is primarily manufactured in Mexico. It is then smuggled into the United States. Fentanyl overdoses have become the leading cause of death for adults aged 18-45, according to a report by Families Against Fentanyl that analyzes data released by the CDC. The amount of fentanyl seized by CBP agents increased by over 200% from FY20 to FY22. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/tribute-bill-cotter,TRIBUTE TO BILL COTTER,2022-12-07,2022,2022-12,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 190 (Senate - December 7, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I am pleased to commend Mr. Bill Cotter for his service and contributions to the State of Mississippi in his 23 years of service with the Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission. Bill is retiring as CEO, but his record of leadership with the commission extends well beyond his latest role. In addition to CEO, Bill has served as the director of Stennis International Airport, as well as the chief operations officer for the facility as a whole, which includes the airport, its surrounding commercial property, and the Port Bienville Industrial Park, located on the Pearl River in southwest Mississippi. While advancing into greater positions of responsibility, Bill's guidance helped the Hancock Port and Harbor Commission meet challenges head-on and achieve enormous success. As airport director, Bill led Stennis Airport's recovery from Hurricane Katrina, and he coordinated the tasks necessary for transitioning the airfield into a disaster response staging area during the BP Deepwater Horizon crisis. Bill's contributions to the agency are also felt through his project management undertakings. Since 2005, Bill has overseen nearly $40 million in capital improvements at Stennis International Airport, which have proved invaluable in enabling the facility to serve as a resource in meeting the aviation needs of both the military, businesses, and industry. The Port and Harbor Commission's maritime business has also thrived under Bill's leadership. During his tenure as chief operating officer, existing docks at Port Bienville were refurbished and improved, and construction is underway on a new 600-foot dock. The Hancock Port and Harbor Commission has consistently fulfilled its economic development mission, and Bill is a big reason why. Through his efforts, numerous companies have located on commission properties, including the U.S. Department of Defense contractor Tyonek Service Group, which performs a wide range of aircraft service operations and has been a vital catalyst in the success of the Stennis International Airport in attracting and serving military customers. In conclusion, the value provided by Hancock Port and Harbor Commission has been made more appealing through Bill's leadership and hard work. The resulting economic growth and development is felt on multiple layers throughout Hancock County and has brought about a quality of life revered by residents and visitors alike.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-introduces-legislation-permanently-authorize-cbp-operate-foreign,Guest Introduces Legislation to Permanently Authorize CBP to Operate in Foreign Countries,2022-10-13,2022,2022-10,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03), joined by House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member and fellow Committee on Homeland Security Member Michael McCaul (TX-10), introducedH.R. 9167, theCombatting International Drug Trafficking and Human Smuggling Partnership Act of 2022, which would grant Customs and Border Protection (CBP) permanent authority to operate in foreign countries in order to advance its mission to protect Americans from international criminal activity. “CBP is responding to increased levels of criminal activity as the current border crisis continues. In its mission to safeguard our homeland, CBP often works with foreign countries to fight drug smuggling, human trafficking, and other threats from international criminals and terrorist organizations. I’m proud to introduce this legislation to authorize these continued efforts to protect American citizens,” Guest said. “Our southern border is broken, and we must take every step necessary to regain operational control. This legislation will ensure that the CBP will have the resources available to them to conduct joint operatives outside of the U.S. in concert with international partners to help put an end to the deadly flow of drugs, such as fentanyl, terrorists, and human trafficking and smuggling. This will strengthen international partnerships, not only on security matters, but also for assistance in disaster recovery as well as humanitarian aid,” McCaul said. The legislation grants statutory authorization for CBP to work with foreign countries and conduct joint operations with other nations’ law enforcement partners to support humanitarian and law enforcement efforts, fight drug and human trafficking, and combat terrorist and other security and economic threats. Annual appropriations have made clear that CBP can work with other countries and provide these services. This legislation would grant permanent authorization for these activities. You can view the legislative text by clicking here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-votes-against-continuing-resolution-citing-inflation-concerns,Guest Votes Against Continuing Resolution Citing Inflation Concerns,2022-09-30,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) voted against the continuing resolution to fund the government through December 16th. “I voted against increasing government spending at a time when Mississippians are experiencing record high inflation. I have and will continue to fight for legislation that restricts the size of government and addresses our national debt,” Guest said. Congressman Guest also addressed the $20 million dollars included in the bill for the City of Jackson’s water system. “I continue to be committed to working with local, state, and federal leaders to help with long-term solutions to the Jackson water system problem, but the Continuing Resolution did not address the situation on a long-term basis. The Continuing Resolution included concerning levels of spending and a risk for additional inflation that the people of our state cannot afford,” Guest said. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/republicans-announce-their-plans-118th-congress-commitment-america,Republicans Announce Their Plans for the 118th Congress — The Commitment to America,2022-09-23,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael Guest joined his fellow Republicans in announcing their plans to revitalize America in the 118th Congress. “When Republicans retake the House, we have a plan to create a government that’s more accountable, a nation that values freedom, communities that are safe, and an economy that’s strong,” Guest said. “This is our Commitment to America.” The Commitment to America is comprised of four priorities for Republicans in the 118th Congress — to build: An Economy That’s Strong A Nation That’s Safe A Future That’s Built on Freedom A Government That’s Accountable More information on the Republican Commitment to America can be found here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/inflation-0,INFLATION,2022-09-21,2022,2022-09,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"INFLATION Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 152 (Senate - September 21, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, over the past week, Americans were hit once again with a grave inflation report. Worse, the American people got more evidence of just how out of touch the White House and congressional Democrats are with the damage inflation is doing to families across the country. We were all hoping President Biden's crushing inflation might show signs of easing and give folks a chance to catch their breath after months and months of watching their paychecks shrink. That is not what happened at all. Inflation is up 8.3 percent from a year ago--a disastrous number. We are feeling the inflation in every aspect of our lives, from paying utility bills to gassing up cars, to rent and insurance, and, especially, to the basics like food. Grocery prices are up 13.5 percent from this time last year, which is a crushing blow to most Americans who visit their local store once a week, like I do. Milk is up 17 percent. Bread and chicken are up 16 percent. Eggs are up an outrageous 40 percent. And the list goes on and on. I do my own shopping for my family, and I see this weekly, and it is incredible. This is a reality, but President Biden appears to be living in a very, very different reality. When the latest bad inflation numbers were released last week, the President and Washington Democrats threw a party on the White House lawn. That is right, a party--a lawn party. The President and Democrats celebrated as the rest of us watched the Dow plummet and received an inflation report confirming that this is the worst year for food and electricity inflation since the fallout from President Jimmy Carter. What exactly did they celebrate? Their latest reckless, Big Government spending bill. I don't have to remind you that, just over a year ago, the Democrats rammed through their $2 trillion spending spree despite economists warning that it would be a catalyst for rampant inflation. Economists warned us then, and they are warning us now, about the misnamed Inflation Reduction Act; namely, that it won't do anything to ease inflation, but it will certainly add to the deficit. Apparently, hosting a big party is preferable than heeding these nonpartisan warnings and getting to work to get our Nation back on the right track. When the ""Inflation Act"" was on the floor, Republicans tried countless times to adopt solutions to tackle inflation, crime, and secure our border. But our efforts were consistently shut down because not one Senate Democrat could spare a penny from the Green New Deal. No, they have their own priorities, and they are awfully out of touch with the priorities of American families. On Sunday, we were given more evidence that the President is living in a completely different world than the rest of us. The President appeared on ""60 Minutes,"" where he discussed several challenges currently facing our Nation, only, according to him, our Nation is doing swell. And indeed, the President seemed to paint a rosy picture of little to no inflation and suggested we should be relieved by the new inflation numbers. When asked what he could do better and faster to help Americans get some relief at the grocery store checkout line, he claimed inflation was up ""hardly at all."" ""Hardly at all?"" Say that to parents paying 40 percent more for a dozen of eggs just to feed their children breakfast. Say that to workers who are watching their savings dwindle month after month because their paychecks can't keep up with these prices. Say that to the Americans who are just barely getting by in this economy. President Biden, you may not have to visit the grocery store or pay an electricity bill, but my constituents do. Time and time again, the President and his allies in Congress have proven he is out of touch with American priorities and in denial about the real suffering and fears of the American people. They are right to question whether they can still afford the leadership they are getting out of the White House and the Democrat-led Congress. It is high time for the President and Democrats to align their priorities with those of the people, allow real solutions to be considered on the Senate floor, and get out our economy back on its feet.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/following-presidents-announcement-end-pandemic-guest-calls-end-national,"Following the President’s Announcement of the End of the Pandemic, Guest Calls for the End of the National Emergency Declaration",2022-09-20,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) and 15 other Republicans in a letter to President Biden requesting the termination of the COVID-19 national emergency declaration. “The President made it clear that the pandemic is over in his interview on ‘60 Minutes.’ It appears that the only reason the President would continue this national emergency declaration is to wield it as a tool to push through his own agenda,” Guest said. “The pandemic is behind us — it’s time we move forward by ending the emergency declaration.” “In a Sept. 18, 2022 episode of ‘60 Minutes’ you stated that ‘the pandemic is over.’” wrote the Members. “We firmly agree with this statement and request you terminate the national emergency concerning the COVID-19 outbreak declared in Proclamation 9994.” “Under the emergency declaration, the federal government is estimated to have spent upwards of $10 trillion, resulting in an economic crisis, record inflation, and contributing to our nearly $31 trillion national debt,” the letter continues. “While Americans continue to deal with the lasting effects of COVID-19, the powers provided to the federal government by Proclamation 9994 are unnecessary.” You can read the full letter by clicking here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-criticizes-democrats-focus-climate-change-over-border-security,Guest Criticizes Democrats’ Focus on Climate Change Over Border Security,2022-09-15,2022,2022-09,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) criticized the focus on climate change legislation by Democrats on the House Committee on Homeland Security (CHS) during a CHS markup. “Our primary mission is securing the people of this country. We can’t ask this agency to continue to do things such as include the impact of climate change when we are failing right now in the primary mission of this agency.” During the CHS markup, the Committee considered H.R. 3756, the “Department of Homeland Security Climate Change Research Act, just days after a report found that the volume of illegal immigration under President Biden will cost the American taxpayers $20 billion a year. “We’re not talking about securing the border, we’re not talking about doing what we can to protect border communities, we’re not talking about the $20 billion that the immigrants who have come across over this Administration is costing the taxpayers of the government. Instead, we’re talking about a climate change bill,” Guest said. Congressman Guest argued that the current stresses on the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are already straining the department’s ability to perform its primary duty of protecting our nation. “We need to be focused on our primary mission. We can’t ask the Department [of Homeland Security] to deal with cybersecurity, to deal with disaster response, to deal with securing the border, and then at the same time put another unnecessary federal regulation on this agency. That, to me, is asinine,” Guest said. Click here to watch Congressman Guest’s statement. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-calls-action-mitigate-risks-dirty-bombs,Guest Calls for Action to Mitigate Risks for “Dirty Bombs”,2022-08-24,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Vice Ranking Member of the House Committee on Homeland Security Michael Guest (R-MS) joined a bipartisan group of leaders from the House Committee on Homeland Security (CHS) and House Committee on Energy & Commerce (E&C) in a letter to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) concerning security gaps in the purchase of radiological materials that could increase the risk of the construction of a dirty bomb in the United States. The letter urges the NRC to address these gaps in order to reduce the risk of a terrorist attack with the use of a dirty bomb. The letter was penned following a covert investigation by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) that revealed vulnerabilities in its oversight of purchases of radiological materials. “The possibility of nefarious actors being able to buy such dangerous quantities of radiological material should be a call to immediate action,” the Members write. “The threat is real – a recent publication by the Terrorgram Collective, a Racially and Ethnically Motivated Extremist group, claimed that dirty bombs are the ‘holy grail of terrorism’ and provided rough instructions on manufacturing a device using uranium ore. As law enforcement has recently been under threats of violence, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Homeland Security have observed calls for using dirty bombs against law enforcement, including suggesting the placement of one in front of FBI Headquarters. Moreover, officials from the National Nuclear Security Administration have assessed that bad actors are showing an increasing interest in making dirty bombs.” The original press release from CHS can be found here. The full letter can be found here. Background A dirty bomb is a weapon that combines radioactive material with explosive components. The explosion causes damage and disperses the radioactive material across an area. A dirty bomb is not a nuclear weapon, but it can still cause significant damage while exposing large populations to radioactive material. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-votes-against-misleading-inflation-reduction-act,Guest Votes Against the Misleading “Inflation Reduction Act”,2022-08-12,2022,2022-08,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Click Here to View Speech Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) voted against H.R.5376, the so-called Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. In a speech on the floor of the House of Representatives, Congressman Guest said that Americans have suffered enough under the current economic crisis and outlined many of the concerns that constituents have with the legislation. “The American people are tired of this economic crisis, and they have been clear: do not raise taxes, do not add to the recession with more wasteful spending, do not weaponize the IRS, and DO NOT vote for this legislation. This Congress must listen to the American people and vote against this bill,” Guest said. The bill passed the House of Representatives along party lines in a 220-207 vote. A transcript of Congressman Guest’s speech can be found below: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise in strong opposition to this destructive piece of legislation. Every day, I hear from Mississippians who struggle to buy gas and groceries because of the inflation crisis fueled by the Left’s reckless spending. Now, instead of acknowledging the impact their out-of-control spending policies have had on Americans, my colleagues across the aisle are trying to pass legislation that will increase taxes on Americans, spend hundreds of billions of taxpayer dollars on far-left priorities that will fuel inflation, and pass legislation that will add an army of IRS agents. It’s time to acknowledge that the American people are suffering because of legislation exactly like this bill. The American people are tired of this economic crisis, and they have been clear: do not raise taxes, do not add to the recession with more wasteful spending, do not weaponize the IRS, and DO NOT vote for this legislation. This Congress must listen to the American people and vote against this bill. Background: The Inflation Reduction Act passed the Senate last week on a party line vote 51-50 with Vice President Kamala Harris casting the tie-breaking vote. Included in the bill is $80 billion in new funding for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that would enable the agency to hire more than 87,000 new IRS agents. The funding included in the bill is six times the IRS’s current annual budget. Also included in the bill are tax increases on oil and natural gas companies and costly fees applied to new leasing for oil and natural gas expansion, which could raise the cost of energy. While hindering oil and gas expansion, the legislation creates a $250 billion loan program for risky “green energy” projects. This move has been likened to the Obama-era Solyndra scandal. The bill also increases taxes on Americans across income levels. The Joint Committee on Taxation — a nonpartisan Congressional committee that studies the impact of tax policies — has indicated that the increase in taxes would be felt by every income level, even those making less than $10,000 a year. Low- and middle-income Americans would pay billions of dollars more in taxes next year if the legislation becomes law, according to their study. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-guest-votes-against-path-higher-taxes-and-more-inflation,Congressman Guest Votes Against Path to Higher Taxes and More Inflation,2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.– Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) voted against the Senate Amendment to H.R. 4346, the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, arguing that raising taxes, as proposed in Congressional Democrats’ new Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, during an economic recession would cripple the economy. “On day one of President Biden’s economic recession, Senate Democrats struck a deal that would raise taxes and increase inflation. Although the CHIPS Act contains provisions that are intended to strengthen an important sector of our economy, Democrats have turned CHIPS into a path to higher taxes and more inflation that will fall on the shoulders of middle-class Americans — adding more pain on top of President Biden’s economic recession,” Guest said. Today, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) announced a consecutive quarter of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) decline in 2022 — meeting the technical definition of a recession. “A recession is never good news, but Americans are going to be in a much tougher spot if Biden, Pelosi, and Schumer raise taxes during this one,” Guest continued. Background:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-releases-statement-following-signs-economic-recession,Guest Releases Statement Following Signs of Economic Recession,2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.– Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) announced a consecutive quarter of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) decline in 2022, a strong signal of an economic recession. “Across Mississippi’s Third Congressional District, I’ve spoken to people who are struggling under the economic crisis of the Biden Administration. They’re paying more for gas, groceries, and just about everything else,” Guest said. “President Biden has focused on the political fallout a recession would have on his Administration instead of the real-world problems that affect the pocketbooks of the American people.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/tribute-dr-thomas-e-dobbs-iii,"TRIBUTE TO DR. THOMAS E. DOBBS, III",2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 125 (Senate - July 27, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I rise to express deep appreciation for Mississippi State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs, a friend and leader to all of the frontline healthcare workers in my State. Dr. Dobbs joined the Mississippi State Department of Health as the State health officer in December 2018. After 3\1/2\ years and a global pandemic that none of us saw coming, he will soon step down from his role and return to the clinical side of medicine. Mississippi's State health officer is responsible for directing public health activities related to the State's many health challenges, which included my State's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Dobbs' experience and his expertise made him the perfect professional to lead Mississippi through this pandemic. With a belief that each person in Mississippi was his patient, Dr. Dobbs worked tirelessly throughout his tenure to care for our nearly 3 million residents. From the start, Dr. Dobbs was steadfast in informing and advising citizens, policymakers, and healthcare providers on the best practices to combat the deadly coronavirus. He never wavered despite evolving challenges and so many tragic COVID-related deaths. He is one of the country's most respected public health officers, having earned a stellar reputation for his clinical work in the field of infectious diseases. Dr. Thomas Dobbs proved himself to be the leader Mississippi needed during a very difficult time. I am saddened to see Dr. Dobbs leave the Mississippi State Department of Health, but I am confident he will continue to do great things. There are not enough thanks in the world that could cover all that Dr. Dobbs has done for Mississippi, but I say from the bottom of my heart, thank you, Dr. Dobbs. Your service and sacrifice on behalf of Mississippi reflects well on you and your profession. I am also grateful for his wife, Dr. Kim Dobbs, and their two sons, Wyn and Max, for sharing so much of their husband and father during this time. As Dr. Dobbs departs the State department of health, I look forward to continuing to work with him and the new State health officer, Dr. Dan Edney, in making Mississippi healthier and happier. Thank you again so much, Dr. Dobbs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-introduces-resolution-condemn-biden-administration-politicizing-actions,Guest Introduces Resolution to Condemn Biden Administration for Politicizing Actions of Border Agents to Secure Border,2022-07-26,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.– Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) introduced a resolution expressing support for U.S. Border Patrol agents and condemning the Biden Administration for politicizing the measures taken by mounted Border Patrol agents to respond to an influx of illegal Haitian immigrants in Del Rio, Texas, in September of 2021. “President Biden, Vice President Harris, and others in the Biden Administration manufactured a political scandal by targeting the agents who are working hard every day to secure our border and protect our nation,” Guest said. “As the morale of our border agents remains low due to extreme pressure and long hours exacerbated by the President’s border crisis, the last thing they need is their elected officials turning their backs on them or, in cases such as Del Rio, publicly betraying them. Congress must continue expressing its support for our law enforcement agents and work with them, not against them, to secure our border.” The resolution goes on to cite the successful efforts of border patrol agents in combating the drug, crime, and humanitarian crises that are symptoms of the greater border crisis. Specifically, the resolution mentions the 56 suspected terrorists detained by border agents, the more than 1 million pounds of drugs seized, and the more than 3 million encounters with illegal migrants under the Biden Administration. Background: Photos of border agents on horseback holding long reins who were working to protect the southwest border in Del Rio, Texas, circulated online and in print publications in September 2021. The Biden Administration quickly responded with negative comments about the agents before any investigation took place and as the photographer who released the photos claimed that the images could be misconstrued and that he did not see the agents whipping anyone. “It’s outrageous. I promise you, those people will pay,” President Biden said in response to the photos. “What I saw depicted about those individuals on horseback treating human beings the way they were, was horrible,” Vice President Harris said. Earlier this month, the Biden Administration released its findings from an inquiry into the events, deciding to discipline agents involved despite the report finding that there was no evidence to support the initial “whipping” allegations. The report cites one agent using “denigrating and offensive language” and a “failure to make good decisions” as reasons for the disciplinary actions.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/update-guest-delivers-speech-his-resolution-condemn-biden-administration,UPDATE: Guest Delivers Speech on His Resolution to Condemn Biden Administration for Politicizing Actions of Border Agents to Secure Border,2022-07-26,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"View the speech by clicking here. Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) delivered a speech on the floor of the House of Representatives in support of H. Res. 1255, his resolution expressing support for U.S. Border Patrol agents and condemning the Biden Administration for politicizing the measures taken by mounted Border Patrol agents to respond to an influx of illegal Haitian immigrants in Del Rio, Texas, in September of 2021. The text of the speech as prepared can be found below. “Mister Speaker, I rise to oppose the previous question so we can immediately consider H. Res. 1255. This resolution expresses support for U.S. Border Patrol agents and condemns the Biden Administration for politicizing the measures taken by mounted Border Patrol agents to respond to an influx of illegal Haitian immigrants in Del Rio, Texas, in September of 2021. During that encounter, border agents performed the jobs they were hired to do. However, photos were released that showed agents using long reins to control their horses. Those photos were then used by the Biden Administration to manufacture an attack on law enforcement agents, a common political tactic that we’ve seen implemented by those on the far-left for far too long in movements such as Defund the Police and Defund ICE. Before any inquiry was made into the events, we saw President Biden and those in his Administration attack these officers to pander to the Progressives within his party. Before the investigation, President Biden made the promise to make those agents “pay.” And even after the allegations were debunked by CBP and by the journalist who took the photos, President Biden and those on the Left who supported those false claims refused to retract their statements and refused to apologize to the agents they publicly attacked. We were promised a swift investigation, but the investigation took months to complete and, once completed, the allegations of assault were dropped and replaced with punishment for using “offensive language” and other minor infractions. National Border Patrol Council President Brandon Judd summed it up best when he said, “The moment he made that statement [referring to President Biden], the moment he said that those agents would pay, the moment he convicted those agents without any evidence, without any investigation, there could be no doubt in anybody's mind that these investigators were going to come back with some sort of charge against the agents,"" Mister Speaker, I have been to the border. I have spoken to law enforcement agents stationed there. They all say the same thing. They say that this Administration has abandoned them. They feel that President Biden, Vice President Harris, and others in the Biden Administration manufactured a political scandal by targeting the agents who are working hard every day to secure our border and protect our nation. This is the last thing our hard-working law enforcement agents deserve. The morale of our border agents remains low due to extreme pressure and long hours exacerbated by the President’s border crisis. The last thing they need is their elected officials turning their backs on them or, in cases such as Del Rio, publicly betraying them. They need to know that their elected officials stand with them, not in opposition to them, to secure our border and end this crisis that is bringing drugs into our communities and endangering the lives of law enforcement agents, American citizens, and the migrants themselves. That’s why this legislation is so important. Congress must continue to express its support for our law enforcement agents and work with them, not against them, to secure our border. The law enforcement community needs to know that this Congress stands with them, even when they are attacked by the people who are elected to support them. I encourage my colleagues to vote no on ordering the previous question so that we can send a simple message to the men and women who are working overtime to secure our border and our nation - We stand with you and we will not abandon you.” Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-joins-mcclain-resolution-support-dobbs-v-jackson-decision,Guest Joins McClain in Resolution to Support Dobbs v. Jackson Decision,2022-07-15,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (R-MS) joined Representative Lisa McClain (R-MI) in a House Resolution to support the U.S. Supreme Court decision in the Dobbs v. Jackson case. “Our Declaration of Independence establishes the right to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness, and the Supreme Court’s sound decision upholds a cornerstone of our democracy and will save an untold number of lives. I commend the Justices on their judicial insight and for taking a bold step to protect the lives of our unborn children,” Rep. Guest said. “There is nothing more important than standing up for the unborn and fighting for life,” said Rep. McClain. “The Supreme Court made the correct decision in the Dobbs case by declaring that there is no Constitutional right to abortion. I applaud the courage of the Justices to uphold their Constitutional duty despite intimidation tactics and threats of violence. Congress should recognize this landmark decision and celebrate this win for life.” Background: On June 24, 2022, in its ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson, the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the Gestational Age Act, the 2018 Mississippi law that would limit abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. The ruling effectively overturned Roe v. Wade, opening up states to implement their own restrictions on abortions. Last year, the Mississippi Republican delegation in Congress led an amicus brief that outlined the legal foundation for the court to uphold the Mississippi law. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-kustoff-call-action-address-crime,"Guest, Kustoff Call for Action to Address Crime",2022-07-15,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – This week, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) in a resolution calling on President Biden to work with Congress to address the rise in crime seen across the United States. “The rate of crime in the United States has risen to unprecedented levels. Criminals are emboldened by the leniency of liberal prosecutors in large cities across the nation and are acting with disregard to the law because they no longer believe that any repercussions for breaking the law exist,” Rep.Guest said. “It’s the duty of Congress and the President to reinstate law and order where it has broken down in our cities, and President Biden must join Congress in our efforts to reestablish a justice system that protects innocent citizens by prosecuting criminals.” “Violent crime continues to drastically increase in every major city nationwide. My Republican colleagues and I are committed to providing solutions that will keep dangerous criminals off our streets and out of our communities.” said Rep. Kustoff. “This commonsense resolution identifies urgent issues that need to be addressed for the sake of public safety, as well as sends a strong message to our brave law enforcement that we are focused on upholding the rule of law. I thank my House and Senate colleagues for joining me in introducing this critical and timely resolution.” The resolution cites progressive prosecutors, certain bail reform policies, and increased cartel and drug activity in the United States due to the southern border crisis as causes of the high rates of crime seen across the United States. The legislation calls on the President of the United States to work with Congress to curb the crime crisis by ""reinforcing strong criminal justice policies, by laying blame on the perpetrators of violent crime, and by securing the southern border.” You can view Congressman Kustoff’s press release here. You can view the full text of the resolution here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/kelly-palazzo-guest-introduce-resolution-honoring-university-mississippi,"Kelly, Palazzo, Guest Introduce Resolution Honoring University of Mississippi Baseball Team For NCAA Championship",2022-07-14,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Trent Kelly (MS-01), Steven Palazzo (MS-04), and Michael Guest (MS-03) introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize the University of Mississippi baseball team for winning the 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men's College World Series at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska. On June 26, 2022, the team became the first in school history to win the Division I championship. ""Congratulations to the University of Mississippi baseball team for their hard work and dedication,"" Rep. Kelly said. ""Generations of young people will be inspired by their success on the diamond."" ""The University of Mississippi baseball team's win in Omaha is a win for all of Mississippi,"" Rep. Palazzo said. ""Congratulations to the entire team and to all those who helped them reach this tremendous achievement. First it was Mississippi State, now it's Ole Miss, next it'll be Southern Miss's turn to bring home the World Series trophy!"" ""The Ole Miss Rebels made our state proud with a display of incredible talent and sportsmanship on the diamond as they fought to be national champions. These young men earned this title and I commend them on an incredible performance that will be remembered for many years to come,"" Rep.Guest said. ""Congratulations to the Ole Miss Rebels, Coach Bianco, and everyone who worked to create a championship team."" The resolution commends the University of Mississippi baseball team, which under the leadership of Head Coach Mike Bianco displayed outstanding dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship throughout the 2021-2022 season. Additionally, the resolution recognizes the team for bringing great pride and honor to the University of Mississippi, their loyal fans, and to all the citizens of the great State of Mississippi. Read the full text of the resolution here. Read Congressman Trent Kelly’s original press release here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5783,"Kelly, Palazzo, Guest Introduce Resolution Honoring University of Mississippi Baseball Team For NCAA Championship July 14, 2022 | Posted in Press Releases WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Trent Kelly (R-Miss.), U.S. Representative Michael Guest (R-Miss.), and U.S. Representative Steven Palazzo (R-Miss.) have introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize the University of Mississippi baseball team for winning the 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men's College World Series at Charles Schwab… Read more »",2022-07-14,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Trent Kelly,K000388,trentkelly.house.gov,trentkelly,https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Trent Kelly (R-Miss.), U.S. Representative Michael Guest (R-Miss.), and U.S. Representative Steven Palazzo (R-Miss.) have introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize the University of Mississippi baseball team for winning the 2022 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men's College World Series at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska. On June 26, 2022, the team became the first in school history to win the Division I championship. ""Congratulations to the University of Mississippi baseball team for their hard work and dedication,"" Rep. Kelly said. ""Generations of young people will be inspired by their success on the diamond."" ""The Ole Miss Rebels made our state proud with a display of incredible talent and sportsmanship on the diamond as they fought to be national champions. These young men earned this title and I commend them on an incredible performance that will be remembered for many years to come,"" Rep. Guest said. ""Congratulations to the Ole Miss Rebels, Coach Bianco, and everyone who worked to create a championship team."" ""The University of Mississippi baseball team's win in Omaha is a win for all of Mississippi,"" Rep. Palazzo said. ""Congratulations to the entire team and to all those who helped them reach this tremendous achievement. First it was Mississippi State, now it's Ole Miss, next it'll be Southern Miss's turn to bring home the World Series trophy!"" The resolution commends the University of Mississippi baseball team, which under the leadership of Head Coach Mike Bianco displayed outstanding dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship throughout the 2021-2022 season. Additionally, the resolution recognizes the team for bringing great pride and honor to the University of Mississippi, their loyal fans, and to all the citizens of the great State of Mississippi. Read the full text of the resolution here. ###",1,2026-04-07T14:16:54Z,2026-04-07T14:20:42Z https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/recognizing-ole-miss-rebels-and-pearl-river-community-wildcats-executive-calendar,RECOGNIZING OLE MISS REBELS AND THE PEARL RIVER COMMUNITY WILDCATS (Executive Calendar),2022-07-12,2022,2022-07,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 114 (Senate - July 12, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I also am very pleased to congratulate the University of Mississippi baseball team on its recent 2022 NCAA World Series championship. If there is anything an Ole Miss fan is sure of it is that the Rebels love to keep you on the edge of your seat. Some fans were nervous when the Rebels hit a midseason slump, but, boy, this talented team hit its stride right at the perfect time. The players knew all along they had it in them to take it all the way. They even issued a warning in early May: Don't let the Rebels get hot. Well, the Rebels did get hot, and they were able to be there to be the team that no one saw coming and the team that no one could stop. Their impressive and exciting run through this year's College World Series speaks volumes to the Ole Miss baseball program, its leadership, its players, and, of course, its fan base. Mississippi's energy has been electric following the win, especially at Ole Miss's first-ever national baseball championship this year occurred after Pearl River Community College clinched the NJCAA Division II baseball championship in June and after Mississippi State University's win just last year. Mississippi's sports culture is strong and it is not to be underestimated. We take great pride in the legacy and inspiring example of these young athletes and their coaches. To the entire Rebel baseball family, thank you for your hard work and dedication to the sport. To Ole Miss and to our great State, congratulations and Hotty Toddy.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-leads-effort-combat-drug-crisis-tco-illicit-activity,Guest Leads Effort to Combat Drug Crisis & TCO Illicit Activity,2022-07-06,2022,2022-07,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Last week,Congressman Michael Guest (R-MS), Vice Ranking Member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, introduced the Border Enforcement Security Task Force Act (BEST Act). This legislation would reauthorize the Border Enforcement Security Task Force (BEST) and help stop the flow of illicit narcotics into the United States by thwarting the criminal activity of transnational criminal organizations (TCO). The BEST Act would enhance state and local law enforcement participation by supporting salary reimbursement for state and local municipalities that join BEST task forces. Furthermore, this effort would require both the Coast Guard Investigative Service and Coast Guard Intelligence participation in every maritime BEST, furthering collaboration and combating maritime smuggling. “Due to the Biden administration’s reckless open border policies, illegal narcotics are flowing across our nation’s borders daily, fueling America’s drug crisis and impacting communities and families in my home state of Mississippi,” said Vice Ranking Member Guest. “Our country is suffering from the largest drug trafficking and drug overdose epidemics in the history of the United States. Thankfully, there is a federal task force dedicated to combatting the flow of illicit narcotics. I’m proud to lead the effort in taking steps towards protecting Americans and shutting down these illicit pathways.” “I am proud to join my colleagues to compensate local law enforcement who serve on federal task forces that combat criminal organizations,” Stefanik said. “State and local law enforcement should be incentivized to participate in these initiatives, but requiring law enforcement agencies to pay their own way is presenting an unnecessary barrier. This bill will ensure our law enforcement agencies are properly reimbursed for their hard work and sacrifice to keep our communities safe.” Background: In response to the significant increase in violence along the southwest border in Mexico, the U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), in partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), as well as other federal, state, local, and international law enforcement officials, created the Border Enforcement Security Task Force in Laredo, Texas, in 2005. This program has experienced significant growth over the past decade and, as of today, has a total of 83 BEST units across the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These teams are comprised of over 2,000 members who represent over 200 law enforcement agencies that have committed to jointly investigate transnational criminal activity along the Southwest and Northern Borders and at our nation’s major seaports. Since inception through March of this year, their collective efforts have initiated more than 46,000 investigations, which have resulted in 56,000 criminal arrests, the seizure of 3.75 million pounds of narcotics, 32,000 weapons, and more than $860 million in cash and monetary instruments. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5767,"House Armed Services Committee Passes FY23 NDAA June 28, 2022 | Posted in Press Releases Tags: National Defense / Veterans WASHINGTON - The Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has been passed out of the House Armed Services Committee by a vote of 57 - 1. More than 70 proposals from our office were included in the final passage of the NDAA. Passage of the NDAA moves this process forward to ensure our warfighters have all the tools and resources they need to defend our great Nation and… Read more »",2022-06-28,2022,2022-06,Republican,House,MS,Trent Kelly,K000388,trentkelly.house.gov,trentkelly,https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON - The Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has been passed out of the House Armed Services Committee by a vote of 57 - 1. More than 70 proposals from our office were included in the final passage of the NDAA. Passage of the NDAA moves this process forward to ensure our warfighters have all the tools and resources they need to defend our great Nation and keep us safe. To read Congressman Kelly's key priorities for NDAA, please click on the link. ###",1,2026-04-07T14:16:54Z,2026-04-07T14:20:41Z https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5765,"Dental Care for our Troops Act June 27, 2022 | Posted in Press Releases WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Andy Kim and U.S. Congressman Trent Kelly have introduced the Dental Care for our Troops Act. This legislation would provide access to premium-free TRICARE for dental services for the Reserve and National Guard component. “When I speak with National Guard members, Reservists, and military support organizations, they tell me that access to affordable dental… Read more »",2022-06-27,2022,2022-06,Republican,House,MS,Trent Kelly,K000388,trentkelly.house.gov,trentkelly,https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Andy Kim and U.S. Congressman Trent Kelly have introduced the Dental Care for our Troops Act. This legislation would provide access to premium-free TRICARE for dental services for the Reserve and National Guard component. “When I speak with National Guard members, Reservists, and military support organizations, they tell me that access to affordable dental care is a concern for them, and that dental issues are a top reason reservists are found unfit to deploy,” said Congressman Kim. “With this bill, we’re making sure that all National Guard and reservists have access to premium-free TRICARE for dental. My other bill makes sure that military families have peace of mind while their family member is on active duty by capping interest rates for loans taken out by families of servicemembers. Both servicemembers and military families sacrifice so much for us, and I’m proud to support providing these benefits they earn every single day.” ""Our men and women in the Reserve and National Guard component stand at the ready to defend America at home and across the world,"" Rep. Kelly said. ""It is our sworn duty as members of Congress to ensure they have access to preventative and continuous dental care - just as we do for active-duty military personnel. All too often, these men and women have not been able to deploy when needed because of a dental issue. I am proud to be a lead co-sponsor for this important legislation that is key to military readiness."" Click to read The Dental Care for Our Troops Act.",1,2026-04-07T14:16:54Z,2026-04-07T14:20:41Z https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/tribute-karen-goode,TRIBUTE TO KAREN GOODE,2022-06-14,2022,2022-06,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 101 (Senate - June 14, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, it is an honor to pay tribute today to Ms. Karen Goode, who has retired after 47 years of dedicated public service with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office in Jackson, MS. Since becoming a U.S. Senator in 2018, I have come to appreciate Ms. Goode who has earned consistent high praise from my State office staff responsible for assisting veterans with their VA claims. Karen's knowledge, responsiveness, reliability, and trustworthiness have enabled me to serve Mississippi's veterans better and more effectively, and I am very thankful to her for that. Karen began her career with the VA in 1975 in a clerical position with the finance department. A GS-3 at the time she was hired, Karen is retiring as a GS-13 supervisory veterans service representative, which is evidence of her meritorious work leading to continual promotions throughout her Federal civil service career. In the process, she acquired the knowledge and skill sets for processing all claims for compensation, pension, education, vocational, and rehabilitation. Ms. Goode's thorough understanding of the claims review process, along with her excellent management skills, propelled her into key senior leadership roles that led her to supervising seven different employee teams over her VA career. Ms. Goode's high degree of professionalism earned her multiple special recognitions. At the recommendation of the veterans service center manager, Karen in 2006 served as the representative for the southern area on a quality assurance detail HELP team in Washington, DC. In 2012, at the completion of a designated special project as quality team coach, Karen obtained Lean Six Sigma Green Belt designation. Even though Congress writes the laws regarding veterans' benefits, it is up to teams set up within the VA to review veterans' claims and determine if they are eligible for benefits. It can be a complex and lengthy process, which I highly respect. Covering a broad range of benefit categories, I understand the effectiveness in which VA team member groups review and process claims can differ greatly. Despite exercising most of her leadership away from the public eye, Mississippi's veterans are fortunate to have been served by Ms. Karen Goode for so many years working in this capacity. She has been unwavering in her commitment to ensuring that Mississippi's veterans receive the benefits to which they are entitled under the law.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/tribute-patrick-johnson-jr,"TRIBUTE TO PATRICK JOHNSON, JR.",2022-06-09,2022,2022-06,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 99 (Senate - June 9, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Madam President, I am pleased to commend Mr. Patrick Johnson, Jr., of Tunica, MS, for his service and contributions to the State of Mississippi while serving as the 86th president of Delta Council. Organized in 1935, Delta Council plays an important role in uniting agricultural, business, and economic development leadership to solve problems and promote greater opportunities in the Mississippi Delta region, which encompasses 19 counties in northwest Mississippi. Mr. Johnson has worked tirelessly this year to advance the priorities of Delta Council, including farm policy, economic development, flood control, and education. As a partner in Cypress Brake Planting Company, Tunica Air, Inc., and Buck Island Seed Company, he knows all too well the challenges producers currently face with increased costs and volatility in the agricultural industry. As a member of the Mississippi Commission on Environmental Quality, he is dedicated to helping find solutions to the Delta's groundwater and alluvial aquifer issues so that future generations can continue to produce crops and enjoy the recreation that is such a large part of the rich history of the Mississippi Delta. Mr. Johnson also understands the importance of economic development to the viability of the Delta and that, through efforts like Delta Strong, the region will continue to successfully attract new opportunities. Mr. Johnson assumed the role of Delta Council president during a time characterized by difficulties, such as the ongoing and disruptive pandemic, rising inflation, and many other challenges. Patrick Johnson has been a steady and calm leader over the past year and has contributed his vast knowledge and service to many critical issues during his tenure as president. Outside of his time spent working on his farm and serving Delta Council, Mr. Johnson contributes his time as a leader to many valuable organizations. He serves as a Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality commissioner, National Cotton Council Environmental Task Force member, American Cotton Producers Farm Bill Task Force chairman, and Tunica County Chamber of Commerce member. In addition to serving as a member of Delta F.A.R.M., Mr. Johnson has also served on the Tunica County Farm Service Agency Committee and is a past director of the Tunica County Farm Bureau. Mr. Johnson and his wife, Emily, are members of Tunica Presbyterian Church where he sings in the choir.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:13:54Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-joins-resolution-establish-womens-bill-rights,Guest Joins Resolution to Establish Women’s Bill of Rights,2022-06-03,2022,2022-06,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) cosponsored H.Res.1136, which would establish a Women’s Bill of Rights to reaffirm legal protections afforded to women under Federal Law. “This legislation comes at a critical time as the radical left continues to push a woke ideology on women at the cost of their safety and mental health,” Guest said. “Women should have the right to compete in women’s sports against other women. They should be able to use women’s restroom facilities without worrying about intrusion. They should be able to overcome traumatic experiences through women’s group mental health counseling with other women. This resolution is a strong step in pushing back against radical gender identity politics by protecting every woman’s right to privacy and safety.” The resolution was introduced by Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08), and the Senate companion was introduced by U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.). The resolution details the biological difference between men and women, defines “sex” as a person’s biological sex, and mentions important reasons to distinguish between the sexes with respect to athletics, prisons, domestic violence shelters, restrooms, and other areas. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-concerned-who-membership,Guest Concerned with WHO Membership,2022-05-31,2022,2022-05,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. –Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined 88 Republican Members in a letter to President Joe Biden requesting internal documents and communications related to the World Health Organization (WHO) in an effort to hold the Biden Administration accountable for supporting the international organization. “It is clear the WHO is—and will remain—incapable of leading global responses to health emergencies… We believe that the U.S. should withdraw from the WHO. Absent such a withdrawal, your administration should at the very least work to overhaul its operations, not expand its power… In short, the WHO is not working in the interests of the American people – if it ever was. We are committed to holding your administration accountable for wasting taxpayer dollars by continuing to fund this corrupt international bureaucracy,” the Members write in their letter. The Members also cite Russia’s membership, the targeting of Israel, and the election of the Syrian Assad regime to the WHO’s executive board as examples of the organization’s divergence from the interests of the American people. You can read the entire letter by clicking here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:09:24Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/wicker-hyde-smith-guest-welcome-grant-improving-rail-highway-traffic-rankin,"Wicker, Hyde-Smith, Guest Welcome Grant Improving Rail, Highway Traffic in Rankin County",2022-05-31,2022,2022-05,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), and U.S. Representative Michael Guest (R-Miss.) today welcomed the approval of a $1.5 million Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to help construct a new rail crossing on Highway 18 in Brandon. The project would eliminate an at-grade crossing and replace it with a grade-separated bridge and additional travel lane over the Kansas City Southern Railway (KCS). “For far too long, drivers along Highway 18 looking to get to school, the airport, or to work have faced delays because of the current rail crossing in Brandon,” Wicker said. “Improving this crossing will play a key role in reducing congestion, improving safety, and boosting commerce in Rankin County as it continues to grow.” “Steady and projected growth of Brandon and Rankin County requires important infrastructure improvements. This important project is exciting because it will expand rail and traffic capacity, while boosting safety in a significant way,” Hyde-Smith said. “Rail is a critical piece of Mississippi’s infrastructure, and creating a more modern rail system in Mississippi will help ensure that our economy remains competitive in the years to come,” Guest said. “The announcement of this funding is welcome news, and I applaud my colleagues and our local, state, and federal stakeholders for their efforts to advance this project.” The project is expected to improve travel time for both commuters and KCS operations, while eliminating crashes at the crossing. The project is considered essential, as daily trips in the area are estimated to increase 49 percent and rail traffic by almost 70 percent by 2040.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:09:24Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/miss-lawmakers-seek-withdrawal-who-abortion-guidelines,Miss. Lawmakers Seek Withdrawal of WHO Abortion Guidelines,2022-05-24,2022,2022-05,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), and U.S. Representatives Steven Palazzo and Michael Guest (R-Miss.) are among more than 50 lawmakers asking the World Health Organization (WHO) to retract its recent far-reaching guidelines on abortion. In a letter to WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the lawmakers express strong opposition to the agency’s updated Abortion Care Guideline, which advocates for abortion on demand, dismisses conscious objections of healthcare providers, and puts pressure on governments to adopt the recommended policies. The updated guidelines follow years of controversy regarding the role, allegiance, and effectiveness of the WHO, an arm of the United Nations. U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) and U.S. Representative Doug Lamborn (R-Colo.) spearheaded the effort. “We, members of the U.S. Congress, write to you today with concerns about the World Health Organization’s (W.H.O.) dangerous new abortion guidelines. These extreme new guidelines aim to remove all legal and policy safeguards on abortion, impose restrictions on the conscience rights of health workers, and ignore the right to life and the safety of the mother and child,” the lawmakers wrote. The letter criticizes the WHO for attempting to dehumanize preborn children, categorizing abortion as “self-care,” and demanding “the full decriminalization of abortion” without any gestational age limits. “To categorize abortions as ‘self-care’ not only strips away the humanity and dignity of a preborn child but also contradicts international standards recognizing the preborn child as a rights-holding person,” the lawmakers continued. The guidance, the lawmakers assert, also dismisses the rights of individuals and institutions that oppose abortions on ethical, moral, personal, or religious grounds. “The W.H.O.’s radical stance reveals that it is all too willing to cave to pressure from the abortion industry and to force health care providers to choose between committing violence against an innocent baby and her mother, or being unemployed,” the lawmakers added. “This stance also inevitably threatens patient access to health care in geographic areas that are primarily served by faith-based health care providers given that those who hold conscience objections would be deemed unfit for service.” The lawmakers conclude, “Given the W.H.O.’s influence, this guidance will likely cause severe, irreversible harm, not only to U.S. citizens but to women and children worldwide. Such overreach and trampling of national sovereignty also further delegitimizes the W.H.O. and U.N. in the eyes of many people around the world. For these reasons, we ask that the W.H.O. reverse course and retract the anti-life recommendations that it has promoted through the release of its 2022 abortion care guidelines.” Click here to read the letter.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:29:07Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-guest-warns-number-border-encounters-will-soon-surpass-population,Congressman Guest Warns Number of Border Encounters Will Soon Surpass Population of Mississippi,2022-05-20,2022,2022-05,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – In a Committee on Homeland Security hearing, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) warned that the number of encounters on the southern border since President Biden took office will soon surpass the population of Mississippi. “Total encounters under this [Biden] Administration, taking numbers since February of 2021, are 2,735,000 encounters — a number greater than the population of thirteen states — a number greater than the population of Vermont, Alaska, North and South Dakota, Delaware, Rhode Island, Montana, Maine, New Hampshire, Hawaii, West Virginia, Idaho, Nebraska, and New Mexico. At the current rate, next month it will eclipse three additional states, including my home state of Mississippi.” Customs and Border Protection encountered 234,088 immigrants in the month of April, which represents the highest levels in 22 years, over 10,000 more encounters than the Department saw in March, and almost 80,000 more encounters than the lowest number of encounters seen in FY22, which was recorded in January. At the current rate and with Title 42 set to expire, it is expected that the May numbers will bring the total number of encounters under President Biden to a total greater than the population of Mississippi, which stands at 2.982 million, according to the 2020 census. Congressman Guest has been a vocal opponent of ending Title 42, stating in a tweet, “I’ve been to the border more times than the President. I’ve spoken directly to border patrol agents. They want Title 42, and Republicans are fighting to support them.” Congressman Guest also joined Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-39) in the introduction of the Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act that would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary to submit a comprehensive southern border strategy to Congress. Image Click here to watch video Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:29:07Z https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5713,"Duckworth, Blackburn, Brown, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Improve the Promotion Process for National Guard Servicemembers, Ensure Officers Don't Fall Behind in Careers or Compensation May 19, 2022 | Posted in Press Releases Tags: National Defense / Veterans Contacts: Rachel Huxley-Cohen (Duckworth), Rachel_huxley-cohen@duckworth.senate.gov Spencer Hurwitz (Blackburn), spencer_hurwitz@blackburn.senate.gov Christian Unkenholz (Brown), christian.unkenholz@mail.house.gov Susan Parker (Kelly), susan.parker@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Chair of the U.S. Senate Armed Services… Read more »",2022-05-19,2022,2022-05,Republican,House,MS,Trent Kelly,K000388,trentkelly.house.gov,trentkelly,https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Contacts: Rachel Huxley-Cohen (Duckworth), Rachel_huxley-cohen@duckworth.senate.gov Spencer Hurwitz (Blackburn), spencer_hurwitz@blackburn.senate.gov Christian Unkenholz (Brown), christian.unkenholz@mail.house.gov Susan Parker (Kelly), susan.parker@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Chair of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Airland, and U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) today introduced a bipartisan, bicameral bill to improve and streamline the promotion process for National Guard officers and warrant officers to ensure these servicemembers can progress in their careers without needless bureaucratic delays. The National Guard Promotion Improvement Act would assess and review the current process, provide recommendations on how to improve it and ensure backpay to servicemembers for delayed promotions. U.S. Representatives Anthony G. Brown (D-MD-04) and Trent Kelly (R-MS-01) are introducing the House companion legislation. “Every day, our National Guardsmen and women work to protect and defend our Constitution as well as respond to communities in times of crisis—the least we can do is make sure they receive their earned promotion in a timely manner, so their pay and benefits match the job they’re doing,” said Senator Duckworth. “The current bureaucratic process results in lengthy delays that are unacceptable. Every member of the National Guard deserves their promotions to be recognized on time so they don’t fall behind in their careers, which is why I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan, bicameral bill that would assess and review the process, provide recommendations to improve it and ensure backpay for delayed promotions.” “Facing wildfires, floods, statewide emergencies, and international crises, Tennessee's National Guard troops are always ready, always there,” said Senator Blackburn. “Complicated red tape has prevented these servicemen and women from receiving the on-time promotions they earned. This bill removes unnecessary obstacles, requires ongoing research to streamline processes, and provides our servicemembers with backpay to support themselves and their families.” “The steadfast service of our National Guardsmen and women was on full display throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, as they worked tirelessly to provide relief for families. That commitment to protecting and being there for our communities in times of crisis is core to what it means to serve as a citizen soldier,” said Congressman Brown. “Through their service, they’ve earned our deepest respect and deserve timely promotions and benefits for all they do for our country. Ending these unacceptable delays and streamlining this system is the right thing to do. We owe our Guardsmen and women nothing less.” “Our men and women in the National Guard stand at the ready to protect our great nation in times of war and peace,” said Congressman Kelly. “As member of Congress, it is our duty to make sure they are fully compensated for the outstanding work they do. That begins by ensuring promotions are carried out in a timely process without forcing service members to wade through federal government red tape.” Currently, National Guard officer and warrant officer promotions are managed through a unique process that begins at the state level before going through an additional step unique to the Guard called the federal recognition (FEDREC) process, managed by National Guard Bureau (NGB), the Army, Air Force and the Department of Defense. This process has suffered from significant delays affecting servicemembers’ careers and pay. NGB reports that for Army promotions it is taking an average of 240 days for federal recognition to be extended to a promotion once it arrives at NGB. For the Air National Guard, it is taking an average of 180-210 days once a promotion arrives. Since the National Guard primarily does vacancy promotions, affected servicemembers are serving in and performing the duties of positions suited for their next promotion rank but earning the pay of their current rank. It also slows their career progressions compared to their colleagues in the other service components. While service secretaries have the authority to adjust the effective date of rank for delayed promotions, they have seldom used it, complicating servicemembers’ backpay for their delayed promotions. The National Guard Promotion Improvement Act would: • Request an outside review of the National Guard FEDREC system. This bill will require DoD enter into a contract with a federally funded research and development corporation to study the National Guard officer and warrant officer promotion system and provide recommendations for improvements. • Provide consistent Congressional oversight of this longstanding issue. Requires an annual report to Congress on various specific metrics to ensure consistent oversight of the status of delayed promotions. This reporting requirement is reduced in frequency as DoD makes progress in shortening the average delay for federal recognition of promotions. • Ensure servicemembers receive backpay for delayed promotions. This bill will require the service secretaries to backdate the date of rank for servicemembers with delayed promotions to no later than 60 days after the date NGB receives the promotion ensuring servicemembers receive their proper benefits and progress in their careers. Servicemembers should not be financially punished for promotions that are significantly delayed due to an inefficient process or forced to wait years for pay they have earned performing the duties of their delayed rank. Along with Duckworth and Blackburn, this bill is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA). In the House of Representatives, it’s cosponsored by Representative Kaialiʻi Kahele (D-HI-02) and Steven Palazzo (R-MS-04). ### Related News Congressman Kelly Announces Service Academy Appointment June 6, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases Kelly Announces Service Academy Appointment June 3, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases Kelly Announces Service Academy Appointment April 28, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases",1,2026-04-07T14:16:54Z,2026-04-07T14:20:40Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-joins-letter-calling-action-baby-formula-shortage,Guest Joins Letter Calling for Action on Baby Formula Shortage,2022-05-13,2022,2022-05,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – As reported by Fox News, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined more than 100 House Republicans in a letter to the Biden Administration demanding action on the ongoing baby formula shortage. The letter is addressed to President Joe Biden and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Robert M. Califf, and it requests data on the nationwide shortage and clarification on actions the Biden Administration is taking to mitigate the impact of the crisis. ""Baby formula shortages are an urgent problem that must be addressed immediately. This new problem is compounded by the historic inflation caused by the Biden administration that is already burdening families. The office of the U.S. Surgeon General states that families typically spend $1,200 to $1,500 on infant formula in the first year…. This issue is a matter of life and death, and it is time this administration treats it with the appropriate urgency it deserves,"" the lawmakers write in the letter. Background: The share of out of stock baby formula rose from 29 percent in March to 40 percent as of April 24th, according to NBC News. This has resulted in companies like CVS limiting the amount of baby formula they will sell to customers. Reports of parents rationing formula have also surfaced, as many are unable to find stores with baby formula available.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:29:07Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-guest-and-letlow-introduce-resolution-recognize-fallen-officers-during,Reps. Guest and Letlow Introduce Resolution to Recognize Fallen Officers During National Police Week,2022-05-13,2022,2022-05,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) and Congresswoman Julia Letlow (LA-05) introduced a resolution expressing support for recognizing National Police Week and the 619 law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty or whose stories were otherwise recovered during 2021. “With this resolution, I hope to let our officers know that Congress supports their efforts and joins the nation in remembering the brave heroes who gave their lives in service to their fellow Americans. This legislation signals that, as their elected officials, we stand with them to honor those men and women who paid the ultimate price in service to our communities and to our nation. I encourage all Americans to thank a law enforcement officer this week and continue to pray for the safety of every man and woman in blue. May God continue to protect our law enforcement officers,” Guest said. “Every single day, our brave police officers put themselves in harm’s way to keep our communities safe,” Letlow said. “This is the week that a grateful nation pauses and pays tribute to those who have given their lives in service. I’m honored to help lead this resolution and I encourage all Louisianans to take the time this week to pray for and show support to our law enforcement officers.” March 15th will mark the 60th anniversary of the day President John F. Kennedy signed into law legislation authorizing the President of the United States to declare the week that includes May 15th each year as Police Week. It is a time to pay special recognition and respect to those officers who lost their lives in the previous year and honor our law enforcement community. In addition to Congressman Guest and Congresswoman Letlow, the legislation has received support from 77 original cosponsors: Rep. Steve Scalise (LA-01), Rep. John Katko (NY-24), Rep. Val Demings (FL-10), Rep. Andrew Garbarino (NY-02), Rep. Carlos Gimenez (FL-26), Rep. Kat Cammack (FL-03), Rep. Robert J. William (VA-01), Rep. Trent Kelly (MS-01), Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-10), Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-01), Rep. Ted Budd (NC-13), Rep. Tom McClintock (CA-04), Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-02), Rep. Bill Huizenga (MI-02), Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-05), Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Rep. Andre Carson (IN-07), Rep. Tim Ryan (OH-13), Rep. Bill Johnson (OH-06), Rep. Tom O’Halleran (AZ-01), Rep. Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Rep. Mike Rogers (AL-03), Rep. Steven Palazzo (MS-04), Rep. Darrell Issa (CA-50), Rep. Bob Good (VA-05), Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), Rep. Madison Cawthorn (NC-11), Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (GA-01), Rep. Mike Garcia (CA-25), Rep. Jim Costa (CA-16), Rep. Troy Nehls (TX-22), Rep. Young Kim (CA-39), Rep. Louie Gohmert (TX-01) Rep. John Moolenaar (MI-04), Rep. Peter Meijer (MI-03), Rep. Tracey Mann (KS-01), Rep. Garret Graves (LA-06), Rep. Daniel Kildee (MI-05), Rep. Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Rep. Lisa McClain (MI-10), Rep. Abigail Spanberger (VA-07), Rep. Steve Chabot (OH-01), Rep. Robert Latta (OH-05), Rep. Warren Davidson (OH-08), Rep. Bryan Steil (WI-01), Rep. Jake LaTurner (KS-02), Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15), Rep. Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Rep. Alex Mooney (WV-02), Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02), Rep. Mike Kelly (PA-16), Rep. Mike Johnson (LA-04), Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04), Rep. Liz Cheney (WY-At Large), Rep. David Kustoff (TN-08), Rep. William Timmons (SC-04), Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-08), Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), Rep. Greg Pence (IN-06), Rep. Brad Wenstrup (OH-02), Rep. Jody Hice (GA-10), Rep. David P. Joyce (OH-14), Rep. Troy Balderson (OH-12), Rep. Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Rep. Chris Jacobs (NY-27), Rep. Tom Emmer (MN-06), Rep. Pete Stauber (MN-08), Rep. Dusty Johnson (SD-AL), Rep. Andrew S. Clyde (GA-09), Rep. Dan Bishop (NC-09), Rep. Joe Wilson (SC-02), Rep. Richard Hudson (NC-08), Rep. Bruce Westerman (AR-04), Rep. Andy Harris (MD-01) Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:29:07Z https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/national-police-week-3,NATIONAL POLICE WEEK,2022-05-01,2022,2022-05,Republican,Senate,MS,Cindy Hyde-Smith,H001079,www.hydesmith.senate.gov,hydesmith,https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/newsroom,scraper,"Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 81 (Senate - May 12, 2022) PDF Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, every single day, law enforcement officers across the Nation put on a badge and leave for work to protect and serve our families and communities, not knowing if they will return to their own. Whether it be by ensuring safety on our roadways or responding to life-or-death crises, these brave men and women consistently honor their solemn oath in safeguarding the people of this blessed Nation. As we commemorate 2022 National Law Enforcement Week, we offer special honors for the 619 officers our Nation lost last year in the line of duty, sadly including officers from Mississippi. This week is dedicated to remembering their ultimate sacrifice, which is dearly felt by loved ones, friends, and entire communities. Law enforcement officers have remained steadfast in their commitment to serve, even when faced with harsh, unfair criticism, scrutiny, and limited resources. Their ability to carry out their already stressful duties in such a challenging and sometimes hostile environment is remarkable. I want to make it known to all the law enforcement officers across the State of Mississippi and around the country that I greatly admire you for your rock solid tenacity and loyalty throughout such challenges. I will continue to work to ensure you have what you need to do your job. These officers, who are truly hometown heroes, are strongholds in our communities, and the loss of any officer is deeply felt by all. This Police Week, we honor and mourn five heroes from Mississippi, officers who died in the line of duty in 2021. Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol Trooper John Martin Harris, 44, died on May 28, 2021, after a vehicle struck him during a traffic stop. Harris' childhood dream was to be a policeman and serve his community. Having earned two Purple Hearts throughout his 24-year law enforcement career is a testament to his dedication, bravery, and selflessness. He leaves behind his wife and his two children. Jefferson Davis County Deputy Sheriff Thomas Patrick ""Pat"" Barnes, 50, lost his life on April 10, 2021, after he sustained injuries in a single vehicle car crash while responding to a call for assistance from another agency. Barnes' passion for law enforcement began while working in security. He joined and graduated from the police academy in 2017 and began his career with Jefferson Davis County Sheriff's department shortly thereafter. He leaves behind his wife, four children, and his grandchildren. Hancock County Lieutenant Michael Anthony Boutte, Sr., was tragically shot and killed after responding to an emergency situation involving a suicidal man who turned his weapon onto arriving deputies. He died on February 1, 2021, at the age of 57. Before his law enforcement career, Boutte served in the U.S. Air Force, where he was deployed during Operation Desert Storm. Boutte is survived by his wife, his child, his step-children, and his grandchildren. Deputy Sheriff Bobby Daffin of George County Sheriff's Office passed away August 12, 2021, following a battle with COVID-19. He was 37 years old. Daffin served his community for 14 years and had recently served as a narcotics agent for the Southeast Mississippi Narcotics Task Force. He leaves behind a young daughter. Hinds County Sheriff Lee D. Vance, 63, lost his life from cardiorespiratory failure as a result of COVID-19 on August 3, 2021. Vance, who has always had a love for the city of Jackson, served as Jackson police chief from 2014-2017 and was later elected Hinds County Sheriff in 2019. He leaves behind four daughters, a son, and numerous grandchildren. We also honor the lives of many officers, whose stories of sacrifice had been lost to history until now. In addition to these recent losses, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial will include the name of Deputy Town Marshal Walker Cobb of Saucier, MS. At the age of 41, Cobb was fatally shot on December 25, 1903, while attempting to arrest an impaired suspect for disorderly conduct. More than a century later, his loss and sacrifice will be remembered. Throughout our Nation's history, our men and women in blue have often risked personal peril to safeguard their fellow citizens, and we owe them our staunch support. As we mark National Police Week, let us acknowledge our debt to these fallen officers and recommit ourselves to support them and their families, especially when tragedy strikes. I will continue to be an advocate for law enforcement professionals and do all I can to honor the legacy of those lost in the line of duty.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:29:07Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-michael-guest-slams-secretary-mayorkas-hearing-following-visit,Congressman Michael Guest Slams Secretary Mayorkas in Hearing Following Visit to the Border,2022-04-27,2022,2022-04,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.– Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03), Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, criticized Secretary Mayorkas for being untruthful to the American people and to Congress for stating that the border is not open. “You’re wrong,” Guest said following Mayorkas’s testimony. “You’re not being truthful with this committee, and you’re not being truthful with the American public. I have been to the border twice within the last two weeks. I have spoken with CBP agents. I have spoken with elected officials. They all say the same thing. They all say that this administration has abandoned them. They say that they feel like they are left to deal with this problem all by themselves. The border is not secure. The border is wide open. Under your leadership, this problem has only gotten worse, and in fact this is the worst immigration crisis that our nation has ever seen.” Earlier this week, Congressman Guest visited the border with Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy and a group of other Republicans. There, they visited with law enforcement and local leaders about the impact that a worsening border crisis and the removal of Title 42 would have on their communities. The week before, Congressman Guest met with local sheriffs at the border to discuss strategies to address the growing border crisis. Click here to watch video Click here to download the clip of Congressman Guest’s questions during the hearing. Click here to download full video of Congressman Guest’s questions during the hearing. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest is a member of the Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:19:30Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-guest-speaks-media-during-southern-border-visit,Congressman Guest Speaks to Media During Southern Border Visit,2022-04-25,2022,2022-04,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.– Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) addressed members of the media following his visit to Eagle Pass, Texas led by Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy. You can find a transcription of Congressman Guest’s speech below. “I’d like to echo the comments of many of my colleagues. Our hearts and our prayers go out to Specialist Evans, someone who died doing what he loved, someone who died protecting his country, someone who died helping others. We must never forget the service of the men and women who wear the uniform, who protect this country each and every day, who fight to see that the rule of law is enforced. I’ll tell you throughout our visit we have encountered one thing from every person that we’ve spoken with — that this is the worst they have ever seen the southwest border. Without exception every man and woman, whether it be those serving in law enforcement or those serving in the community, echoed those remarks. We know that last month there was 221,000 immigrants who were apprehended across our southwest border. We’ve been told that once Title 42 expires — and it’s set to expire in less than 30 days — that that number will grow exponentially. The Department of Homeland Security has said [that] possibly as many as 18,000 immigrants a day will flood into our communities. As we met with community leaders, community leaders told us two things: one they said that they felt abandoned — that this administration, that the federal government had abandoned them; and then they gave one very simple plea — please provide help. To those members we met with today, I want them to know that those pleas do not fall on deaf ears — that myself and my colleagues behind us, we will take those pleas to Washington, DC, and that we will fight on their behalf. We will fight on behalf of the men and women who stand behind us, who stand here on this border protecting this great country that we love.” Image Click here to view/download video Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest is a member of the Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:19:30Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-rep-guest-discusses-border-crisis-fox-business,ICYMI: Rep. Guest Discusses Border Crisis on Fox Business,2022-04-20,2022,2022-04,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Click to watch/download video Washington, D.C. – In case you missed it, Vice Ranking Member of Homeland Security Michael Guest joined Mornings with Maria on Fox Business this morning to discuss his efforts to help the men and women of law enforcement in their fight to secure our homeland. In his conversation, the Congressman discussed the Early Migration Alert Program (EMAP) Actand the Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act. See below for a transcription of the interview with slight edits for content, technical, and sound issues: “Two pieces of legislation that we’ve recently authored that we hope… that we can at least get out of committee and hopefully on to the House Floor is the first bill that you just spoke about, the EMAP bill, which would require CBP, require the Department of Homeland Security to notify local law enforcement agencies before immigrants are released into their communities. We’ve seen that in communities across our country. I’ve seen that in communities in my district where immigrants are taken to the local bus station, they’re dropped off, and then law enforcement then has to respond to the fact that there are large numbers of immigrants who are there, and they were dropped off without any notice. The other piece of legislation that I’ve cosponsored along with Representative Kim from California seems to make even more sense and what that legislation would be is we are just asking the administration to provide us a comprehensive southern border strategy. You know we have a comprehensive strategy as to how we’re going to secure the northern border — the most secure border probably in the entire world — yet we do not have the comprehensive strategy as to how were going to secure the southern border. So, these are two pieces of legislation that we think should receive bipartisan support. They’re not partisan in any manner. They protect our communities and set forth the plan as to how this administration is going to regain control of the southern border. But, like you said, because these are pieces of legislation that make sense and pieces of legislation that you would think would have support — that may prevent from being able to ever receive a vote in Congress.” Background: Experts have warned that the crisis on the border is likely to grow worse following the removal of Title 42, a tool the Trump Administration used to expel illegal immigrants who could pose health risks during the COVID-19 pandemic. Border agents have been relying on Title 42 as their primary border enforcement tool following the Biden Administration's actions to undermine other enforcement provisions. This morning, the Committee on Homeland Security Republicans released updated border statistics from March showing a huge increase in the amount of drugs and number of humans crossing the border. Experts warn that daily encounters could reach as many as 18,000 per day if Title 42 is removed. The Early Migration Alert Program (EMAP) Actand the Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act would help address the crisis and alleviate the economic and humanitarian impact on American communities, as well as immigrants themselves. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:19:30Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-introduces-legislation-alert-localities-migrant-releases-immigration,Guest Introduces Legislation to Alert Localities of Migrant Releases as Immigration Surge Looms,2022-04-07,2022,2022-04,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – As first reported by Fox News, Congressman Michael Guest, the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, introduced the Early Migration Alert Program (E-MAP) Act to require Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to notify local law enforcement agencies and local government authorities of an impending release of migrants into their jurisdictions. The legislation was introduced days after the Biden administration announced its plans to terminate Title 42, which many officials warn will significantly increase the already record-setting number of migrant encounters on the southern border. “Currently, there is no requirement for ICE or CBP to alert local police officers or social services agencies of a potential influx of migrants into their communities. When migrants are released without warning, the lack of communication can overwhelm law enforcement agents and public services and create desperate situations for migrants who find themselves in an unknown town with no direction. As we prepare for another surge of migrants on the border, an alert system like the one E-MAP would establish is imperative. The Biden administration cannot be allowed to continue dropping off migrants in towns across America at all times of the day and night without notice,” Vice Ranking Member Guest said. “By rolling back commonsense border security policies, the Biden administration has created the worst border crisis in our nation’s history resulting in more than 2 million migrant encounters so far,” said Ranking Member John Katko. “It’s no secret that the administration has been releasing illegal migrants into towns across the country. Local communities and law enforcement are completely caught off guard and overwhelmed by the release of migrants who are left wandering the streets in a country they have never set foot in before. To make matters worse, most often there is no communication between ICE, CBP and local officials prior to the release of migrants into our communities. I commend Vice Ranking Member Guest for his leadership and I’m proud to cosponsor this commonsense solution to ensure communities aren’t crushed under the strain of the Biden administration’s reckless policies.” Already this fiscal year, there have been record-breaking monthly encounters that are expected to continue at an overwhelming pace. Last year, encounters at the southern border peaked at a startling 213,539 encounters in July— a 21-year high and 420 percent increase compared to July 2020. During last year’s immigration surge, migrants dropped off at bus stations inundated local communities and put a significant burden on public resources. Current encounters at the border are already outpacing last year’s record-setting monthly numbers. “Every state is a border state,” Guest continued. “The strain of the border crisis is felt across America in local towns and cities that are often unprepared for an influx of migrants in their communities. We have felt it in my district in Mississippi, and I’ve talked to lawmakers across the country who have seen the same problems. We cannot allow that to continue. This legislation would establish better communication channels between local and federal officials so communities across our nation know who is coming and when they will arrive.” The E-MAP Act would require ICE and CBP to create an email subscription system to alert State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial municipalities and provide information regarding the impending release of migrants into local communities, including the: Number of migrants to be released Number of migrants with known criminal histories Initial destination of the migrants Final destinations and where they intend to settle The legislation would require ICE and CBP to give municipalities at least a 24-hour notice before releasing an alien into the United States. The E-MAP Act is endorsed by the National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO) and the Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCCA). “The MCCA appreciates Rep. Guest for introducing the E-MAP Act. Robust federal and local information sharing plays an important role in keeping our communities safe,” President of MCCA and Chief of the Phoenix Police Department Jeri Williams said. “The E-MAP Act will help promote this collaboration by requiring DHS to provide local authorities with advance notice before releasing migrants into their jurisdictions. This will allow local officials, including law enforcement, to conduct planning, ensure the necessary services are available, and address any threats to public safety.” Joining Congressman Guest as original cosponsors on the bill were Republican Members of the House Committee on Homeland Security, including Ranking Member John Katko (R-NY); Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX); Rep. Clay Higgins (R-LA); Rep. Dan Bishop (R-NC) Rep. Jefferson Van Drew (R-NJ); Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC); Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA); Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN); Rep. Carlos Giminez (R-FL); Rep. Jake LaTurner (R-KS); Rep. Peter Meijer (R-MI); Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL); Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX); Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-NY). The full text of the legislation can be found here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:19:30Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-joins-kim-introduction-comprehensive-southern-border-strategy-act,Guest Joins Kim in Introduction of Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act,2022-03-29,2022,2022-03,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – As first reported by Fox News, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-39) in the introduction of the Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act that would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary to submit a comprehensive southern border strategy to Congress. “For over a year, the Biden Administration has targeted the legal and physical infrastructure that law enforcement agents rely upon to secure our southwest border and has continued to send mixed messages often interpreted by potential migrants that the border is open to any and all who wish to cross,” said Guest. Despite the chaos caused by the Biden Administration’s actions, the President, Vice President, and Biden-appointed DHS officials have refused to develop any actionable plan to address the border crisis. It’s time to hold them accountable to the American people.” “Border security is imperative for national security, public safety and economic success of communities. As we see the border crisis continue to reach record-high numbers of illegal migrant and illicit drug encounters, we must ensure that our government, regardless of who is leading the administration, is making border security a priority,” said Kim. “The Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act will help better allocate resources to secure our border and equip our border patrol and CBP officers on the front lines with the tools they need to gain operational control of every mile of our U.S.-Mexico border. We have a strategy for our Northern border, and it’s past time we have one for our Southern border. I thank I urge my colleagues to support this commonsense bill.” The legislation introduced by Rep. Kim would require the Department of Homeland Security Secretary to lay out a plan for the border to Congress and inform them of the state of current border security measures, including existing deficiencies in physical border wall structures, the existence of tunnels undermining the border wall, the types of tools being used to combat human trafficking and drug trafficking with an emphasis on the transfer of fentanyl, and other accounts of infrastructure used to secure the border. The Biden Administration has targeted Executive Orders implemented by the Trump Administration for removal without developing a plan to address the rise in illegal immigration that officials warned would be the result of such actions. Policies targeted for removal include Migrant Projection Protocols (MPP), border wall system construction, and Title 42. The Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act was introduced as officials predict a surge in migration due to seasonal trends and the Biden Administration’s potential elimination of Title 42. February marked the 12th straight month with more than 150,000 migrant encounters by border law enforcement. Before President Biden took office, the last instance of encounters that came close to 150,000 was in May of 2019 when encounters peaked at 144,116 before falling to 52,546 encounters in September. You can view the full legislation here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:06:17Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-guest-responds-president-zelenskyys-address-congress,Rep. Guest Responds to President Zelenskyy’s Address to Congress,2022-03-16,2022,2022-03,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – This morning, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined Members of Congress at the Capitol complex to listen to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy deliver a passionate address to United States congressional leaders. “President Zelenskyy made a very compelling speech on behalf of the people of Ukraine,” Guest said in a recorded statement. “I think I speak not only for myself but for every Member of Congress that was present that America continues to stand in solidarity with Ukraine and we will continue to provide both economic and military support.” In response to President Zelenskyy’s request for more U.S. aid, Congressman Guest said that the U.S. and NATO will help supply intelligence, military assistance, and humanitarian aid to the fight. “Congress and our NATO allies will continue to supply the Ukrainian army with the weapons they need to defend their homeland,” Guest said in a recorded statement. “We will continue to provide intelligence that is necessary for them to be effective on the battlefield and we will be providing humanitarian aid for those people who are fleeing Ukraine during the course of this conflict.” Last week in an interview with Newsmax, Congressman Guest said that the United States must do everything within its power to stop Vladimir Putin without risking the spread of further conflict. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:06:17Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-joins-letter-rebuking-hhs-pro-abortion-task-force,Guest Joins Letter Rebuking HHS Pro-Abortion Task Force,2022-03-15,2022,2022-03,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (R-MS) has joined 52 House Republicans in a letter led by Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) to Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Xavier Becerra expressing concern on a pro-abortion task force established by HHS. “On the 49th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision, your Department announced the formation of a new Task Force that has labeled terminating the lives of unborn children to be “essential sexual and reproductive health care,” the Members write. The authors argue that the efforts to advance the use of abortions could be better directed toward supporting women and children. “We adamantly disagree with your premise – abortion is not health care,” the Members continue in the letter. “Abortion robs a person of health and life itself. Since 1973, 63 million innocent lives have been lost to abortion. Women deserve better than abortion. They deserve the support they need to care for their babies and themselves.” The Members also argue that the actions of the pro-abortion task force would be a misuse of taxpayer dollars. “The taxpayer dollars that fund HHS should be focused on promoting the highest quality of health information and care to all individuals, both born and unborn. They should not be used to promote a pro-abortion agenda in a shameless attempt to override the pro-life legislation that is being promoted in the states and defended in countries around the world,” the Members summarize. The letter closes with requests for answers on seven questions along with organizing documents of the task force in order to provide transparency to the American people on the purpose of the task force. The questions are: Will HHS commit to following and enforcing all federal laws in the operation of this Task Force? Does the Task Force intend to use federal funds to advocate against state laws that regulate abortion? What did Assistant Secretary for Global Affairs Loyce Pace mean by her statement: ""Advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights is central to our core global health goals”? What funds will be used to set up and operate this Task Force? What offices at HHS will be invited to be a part of the Task Force? Please provide a list of all “senior-level HHS officials” who have been assigned to this Task Force. Will the Task Force be both an intra-agency task force, as well as a coordinating unit for a similar inter-agency effort? If not, will all agencies set up similar task forces? Please send the organizing documents stating the purpose, breadth, and measures for success for the Task Force You can find the full text of the letter by clicking here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:06:17Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-joins-resolution-urging-removal-russia-un-security-council,Guest Joins Resolution Urging the Removal of Russia from UN Security Council,2022-03-04,2022,2022-03,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) has joined a resolution as an original cosponsor supporting the removal of the Russian Federation from its seat as a permanent member of the United Nations (UN) Security Council. The resolution was introduced by Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-03). The resolution expresses that the Russian Federation did not legitimately inherit the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics’ (USSR) seat on the UN Security Council following the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991. The resolution would formally announce that the United States House of Representatives does not recognize the Russian Federation as the inheritor of the USSR’s UN Security Council seat. “I fully support any measure by the UN to remove the Russian Federation from the security council,” Guest said. “Russia’s removal would be an important step if the UN is to be taken seriously as a global peacekeeping organization.” Congressman Crenshaw expressed his support for the move in a Twitter thread that opens, “Kick Russia out of the UN Security Council. They should not have a veto vote. Period.” In the resolution, the Members also argue that Russia has violated Article 2, Paragraph 4 of the Charter of the United Nations when the country invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine. The referenced section of the charter reads, “All Members shall refrain in their international relations from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State.” Congressman Guest condemned the Russian invasion of Ukraine in a statement released last week. “Last night, Vladimir Putin ordered a full-scale invasion into the autonomous country of Ukraine. Despite his attempts to justify this direct breach of international law through falsehoods and lies, the world understands this move for what it is — a reckless and evil attempt to seize control of a sovereign and democratic country. The consequences of weak leadership during this time will result in devastating consequences for the world. If peace and democracy are to prevail, the United States and NATO must issue swift and crippling economic sanctions against Russia and its leaders responsible for these clear actions of war. I fully condemn Russia’s attack on Ukraine, and I stand ready to join our leaders in Washington and across the world in holding Putin accountable for his actions.” Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:06:17Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-introduces-bill-ban-tiktok-over-security-concerns,Guest Introduces Bill to Ban TikTok Over Security Concerns,2022-02-28,2022,2022-02,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Last Friday, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) introduced legislation to ban the application TikTok on Department of Homeland Security devices. “In today’s world, we cannot risk compromising important homeland security information to our foreign adversaries,” Congressman Guest said. “Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could embolden the CCP’s own expansionary goals. In such a scenario, a security breach would be catastrophic to a U.S. response, which is why we must move to ban on DHS devices the use of apps that obtain data on their users and could make that information available to our adversaries. This is a common-sense step to close a potential tool of the CCP to spy on the U.S.” The bill was introduced as the Biden Administration begins looking to readdress TikTok security issues and eight months after President Biden revoked a Trump Administration attempt to crack down on the Beijing-based app. A similar ban on the use of TikTok in the United States military has been active since early 2020. You can read the text of the bill by clicking here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:57:46Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/wicker-hyde-smith-guest-welcome-327-million-award-miss-broadband,"Wicker, Hyde-Smith, Guest Welcome $32.7 Million Award for Miss. Broadband Infrastructure",2022-02-25,2022,2022-02,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., and Congressman Michael Guest, R-Miss., today praised the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) award of $32.7 million to expand broadband infrastructure in Mississippi. This grant, sought by the State of Mississippi, will fund 10 unique projects in middle-mile and last-mile broadband deployment and serve 12,487 households across 10 counties. “This announcement is great news for Mississippi,” Wicker said. “This $32.7 million investment will help connect nearly 12,500 households to high quality internet, which will make a significant difference in their daily lives. I look forward to working with the NTIA, other federal agencies, and those in Mississippi to expand broadband access to every unserved household in our state.” “Mississippi understands that broadband expansion is critical to closing the gap on the rural digital divide. I am thankful for the NTIA approving Mississippi’s application for these appropriated funds,” said Hyde-Smith, who serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee. “I remain ready to continue my support for collaborative projects that will ensure more families receive the necessary benefits of strong broadband service.” “Ensuring Mississippians have access to broadband service is a top priority for me,” Guest said. “I am pleased that the NTIA has awarded these funds to support the build out of critical broadband projects to the benefit of Mississippians across our state.” The grants, which are being made available as part of The Broadband Infrastructure Program, were funded by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. The program was designed to support broadband infrastructure deployment in unserved areas, especially rural areas. NTIA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce, thoroughly and objectively reviewed applications using a three-stage process, and the Commerce Department awarded grants to 12 states and one territory. For more information on the latest round of NTIA broadband, click here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:57:46Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-guest-statement-russian-invasion-ukraine,Congressman Guest Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine,2022-02-24,2022,2022-02,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) released a statement following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: “Last night, Vladimir Putin ordered a full-scale invasion into the autonomous country of Ukraine. Despite his attempts to justify this direct breach of international law through falsehoods and lies, the world understands this move for what it is — a reckless and evil attempt to seize control of a sovereign and democratic country. The consequences of weak leadership during this time will result in devastating consequences for the world. If peace and democracy are to prevail, the United States and NATO must issue swift and crippling economic sanctions against Russia and its leaders responsible for these clear actions of war. I fully condemn Russia’s attack on Ukraine, and I stand ready to join our leaders in Washington and across the world in holding Putin accountable for his actions.” Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:57:46Z https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5594,"Lawmakers Request Funding for Ships Critical to National Defense February 22, 2022 | Posted in Press Releases Tags: National Defense / Veterans WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., and U.S. Representatives Steven Palazzo, R-Miss., and Trent Kelly, R-Miss., joined lawmakers from the Maine congressional delegation in a letter urging Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro to include funding for three Arleigh Burke-class destroyers in next year’s FY2023 budget. “As you work to finalize… Read more »",2022-02-22,2022,2022-02,Republican,House,MS,Trent Kelly,K000388,trentkelly.house.gov,trentkelly,https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker, R-Miss., and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., and U.S. Representatives Steven Palazzo, R-Miss., and Trent Kelly, R-Miss., joined lawmakers from the Maine congressional delegation in a letter urging Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro to include funding for three Arleigh Burke-class destroyers in next year’s FY2023 budget. “As you work to finalize the Department of the Navy’s FY 2023 budget, we write to respectfully request support for a robust shipbuilding budget, and to include the procurement of three Arleigh Burke-class Destroyers,” began the lawmakers. “We urge the Navy to develop a multi-year procurement program of 15 destroyers which maximizes the procured number of ships under the contract, with the understanding that if adequately funded, the industrial base can support at least three ships per year.” The lawmakers highlighted the importance of Arleigh Burke-class ships to our national defense – including their value in countering the growing threat of China – and the impact of the shipbuilding efforts on Mississippi and Maine communities. These ships are currently built at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Mississippi and Bath Iron Works in Maine. “Furthermore, to address the growing threat of China and its increasing fleet size, hedge against a belligerent Russia, and assure allies, we urge you to mature and submit the Department’s acquisition plan for the next Large Surface Combatant,” continued the lawmakers. “A strategy closely tied to the industrial base and with extensive oversight will help prevent the issues of cost increases, program delays, and end-product reliability issues seen in other ship classes.” “These issues are imperative to maintaining our National Defense Strategy and advantage in the maritime commons, and sustaining our military-industrial base,” the lawmakers concluded. In addition to the Mississippi lawmakers, the letter was signed by U.S. Senators Angus King, I-Maine, and Susan Collins, R-Maine, and U.S. Representatives Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, and Jared Golden, D-Maine. The Mississippi and Maine congressional delegations have long championed funding for both Ingalls Shipbuilding and Bath Iron Works. In the recent 2022 National Defense Authorization Act, the lawmakers secured authorization of $3 billion for the procurement of two Arleigh Burke-class destroyers at Ingalls Shipbuilding. Last month, Wicker, Hyde-Smith, and Palazzo joined Del Toro at Ingalls Shipbuilding, where the Secretary toured the facilities and saw the importance of the work being done at the shipyard. ###",1,2026-04-07T14:16:54Z,2026-04-07T14:20:38Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-introduces-stop-act-support-colleagues-prevent-chinese-abuse-developing,"Guest Introduces STOP Act, with Support from Colleagues, to Prevent Chinese Abuse of Developing Nation Status",2022-02-17,2022,2022-02,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) recently introduced the Securing Transparent Operations to Prevent (STOP) China’s Abuse of International Financing Act, along with original cosponsors: House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Michael McCaul (TX-10), and Representatives Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), David McKinley (WV-01), Brian Mast (FL-18), and Brian Babin, D.D.S. (TX-36). The legislation aims to expose and prevent the China’s Communist Party (CCP) from abusing its false status as a “developing nation” to access international financing tools to further its geopolitical strategy across the globe. “The history of the CCP’s influence in global financial institutions should worry freedom-loving people everywhere,” Rep. Michael Guest said. “The CCP is taking advantage of international financing reserved for struggling nations to further expand their Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and predatory lending practices to actual developing nations. This legislation will expose the CCP for these practices and further prevent the abuses that lead to diminished freedoms and financial independence around the globe.” “For too long the CCP has taken advantage of international institutions to further their goals at the expense of democracy and freedom,” Ranking Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee Michael McCaul said. “The CCP likes to say that China is a developing nation; the fact is it is not. We must continue the efforts of the Trump administration to delist China as a developing nation. I am proud to be an original cosponsor of this important legislation.” “Any criteria that defines the second largest economy in the world as a ‘developing nation’ is clearly flawed,” said Rep. Brian Mast. “That mistake has allowed the Chinese Communist Party to take advantage of international financial institutions and given it an unfair boost over other countries. China is abusing the rules, so it’s time for some new ones.” The CCP is using China’s status as a developing nation to influence IFIs through international banking practices. The STOP Act would bring transparency and accountability to China’s international financing by: Requiring a report from the Treasury Department to unveil China’s use of International Financial Institutions (IFIs) to advance its diplomatic goals; Expressing a Sense of Congress that China should not be considered a developing country by IFIs and other international organizations and that U.S. representatives to these institutions should work to ensure China is not considered a developing nation; Requiring the USTR to develop a strategy for ensuring U.S. trade agreements do not provide special treatment reserved for developing countries to those that are actually high income; and Prohibiting U.S. contributions to IFIs from being used to support contracts or procure goods from China. You can view the full text of the bill by clicking here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:57:46Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-praises-mississippi-workers-governor-and-economic-development-agencies,"Guest Praises Mississippi Workers, Governor, and Economic Development Agencies on Nissan Announcement",2022-02-17,2022,2022-02,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) released the following statement following the announcement of Nissan’s plans to invest $500 million to expand electrical vehicle manufacturing at the company’s plant located in Madison County. “For two decades, hard-working Mississippians have produced quality products at the Nissan plant. As Americans begin buying more electric vehicles, it makes sense that Nissan would bring this production to a plant that can meet the growing demand. I’m proud they’ve chosen Mississippi, and I want to congratulate Governor Tate Reeves, the Mississippi Development Authority, Madison County Economic Development Authority, and the Madison County Board of Supervisors for their hard work to make this project possible,” Congressman Michael Guest said. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:57:46Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-and-republicans-federal-workers-must-return-office-address-irs-and-other,Guest and Republicans: Federal Workers Must Return to Office to Address IRS and Other Casework Backlog,2022-01-31,2022,2022-01,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA) and a group of Republican House Members in a letter to President Biden concerning the cause of delays in federal agency operations during the pandemic. The Members blame the delays on continued telework operations in the Biden Administration, despite available vaccinations, accommodations for those who do not receive the vaccine, and social distancing possibilities within federal offices. “With effective vaccines and strategies to combat COVID-19, telework should be viewed as an alternative to in-office work as long as it does not interfere with the services the American people need and deserve. However, the backlog of requests left unfilled by federal agencies is very troubling. If continued telework operations are resulting in this delay, then federal employees need to return to the office so that they can address the backlog of services that the American people fund through their own taxes,” Guest said. “Congress has appropriated trillions of dollars since the pandemic effectively began in March 2020. Now, almost two years later, the numerous reports of agencies that handle some of our constituents’ requests operating at subpar level is indeed troubling. Some of the most profound examples, though certainly not all of them, include Personnel Records for our Veterans, the Social Security Administration for those with disabilities or those required to register prior to retirement, the Internal Revenue Service’s processing of tax returns, the United States Postal Service’s on time delivery, and the Small Business Administration’s slow response to businesses attempting to access COVID-related programs,” the Members write in their letter. Click here to read the letter. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:50:39Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-cosponsors-legislation-provide-lethal-aid-ukraine,Guest Cosponsors Legislation to Provide Lethal Aid to Ukraine,2022-01-27,2022,2022-01,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) has cosponsored H.R. 6367, the Guaranteeing Ukrainian Autonomy by Reinforcing Its Defense (GUARD) Act, a bill to support Ukraine and its people in a potential conflict with Russia. “Whenever Russia threatens military action against a free and sovereign nation, it’s the duty of NATO and its allies to respond accordingly. America must always project strength, especially toward tyrants like Vladimir Putin who view weakness as opportunity. By bolstering Ukraine’s military, Putin will think twice about attacking a nation that can fight back.” The GUARD Act would authorize $450 million for Ukraine in Foreign Military Financing and grant Ukraine a level of NATO status that would enable consideration of the sale of certain defense articles and services. It also would authorize $155 million in 2022 for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty to promote accurate journalism against Russian disinformation. In addition to bolstering Ukraine’s defensive capacity, the legislation would establish sanctions against Russia’s Nord Stream 2 pipeline. According to a press release from the House Foreign Affairs Committee Republicans, this bill would create Congressional oversight over the Biden Administration’s sanctions against Russia by: Providing Congress a veto over the removal of a wider range of Russia-related sanctions, including those related to the Nord Stream 2 pipeline and the Biden Administration’s April Executive Order 14024 (Blocking Property With Respect To Specified Harmful Foreign Activities Of The Government Of The Russian Federation). Establishing a mechanism to require the Administration to review certain persons submitted by Congress for eligibility for Russia-related sanctions. It would also strengthen diplomatic and military tools to deal with Russia: Reaffirming NATO’s 2008 Bucharest Summit Declaration supporting Ukraine and Georgia’s bid to become members of the alliance. Rejecting Russia’s proposal for a deployment moratorium of intermediate-range ground-launched missiles in Europe and requiring a strategy on cooperation with NATO allies on conventional intermediate-range missiles. Calling on the Administration to move expeditiously to submit a nominee for the Ambassador to Ukraine. Requiring a determination on whether the Government of Russia is a state sponsor of terrorism. Limiting security risks related to U.S.-Russian military cooperation. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:50:39Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/guest-joins-colleagues-end-use-arrest-warrant-tsa-checkpoints,Guest Joins Colleagues to End Use of Arrest Warrant at TSA Checkpoints,2022-01-26,2022,2022-01,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) cosponsored the Crime Doesn’t Fly Act, introduced in the House by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), which would prohibit the use of civil immigration warrants as identification to pass Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screening checkpoints at airports. Following the introduction of the legislation, Congressman Guest released the following statement: “This swift action of putting together this bill and introducing it in Congress shows the commitment of Republicans in cleaning up the open-border policies of the Biden Administration. Individuals with deportation or arrest warrants should be arrested at TSA checkpoints, not allowed to travel across the country. With this bill, Members of Congress are working to reinstate common sense in our immigration system.” News that the TSA was accepting warrants as identification was first reported by the Daily Caller last week. After learning of the policy, Congressman Guest, who also serves as Vice Ranking Member on the Committee on Homeland Security, called it “a complete failure in policy” and said that it “should trouble all Americans” in a tweet. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:50:39Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-guest-fentanyl-smugglers-should-spend-life-behind-bars,Congressman Guest: Fentanyl Smugglers Should Spend Life Behind Bars,2022-01-21,2022,2022-01,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) joined as an original cosponsor as Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) introduced legislation that would increase the sentence of those found guilty of smuggling fentanyl into the United States to life in prison. According to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) website, fentanyl is primarily manufactured in foreign countries and smuggled into the United States through Mexico. Fentanyl overdoses have become the leading cause of death for adults aged 18-45 according to a report by Families Against Fentanyl that analyzes data released by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), fentanyl seizures increased 134 percent in FY21 compared to FY20. “It’s time we take a hard stance against the smuggling of this deadly drug. With this legislation, we’re letting drug smugglers know that if they choose to bring fentanyl into American states, communities, and homes, the price they’ll pay will be severe,” Rep. Michael Guest said. “Smugglers aren’t deterred by the existing penalties for trafficking fentanyl into the United States,” said Rep. Tim Burchett. “You better be ready to spend the rest of your life in prison if you willingly bring illegal fentanyl across any of our borders. No longer can we shrug off this criminal activity that is responsible for killing hundreds of thousands of Americans.” Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest serves as the Vice Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, as a Member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and as a Member of the Committee on Ethics.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:50:39Z https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5563,"Congressman Trent Kelly Earns A+ on the Susan B. Anthony List National Pro-Life Scorecard January 19, 2022 | Posted in Press Releases Tags: Life WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Trent Kelly (MS-01) was awarded an A+ on the Susan B. Anthony List National Pro-Life Scorecard for his work in 2021 to give the unborn a voice. On December 1, 2021, Congressman Kelly joined Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., in support… Read more »",2022-01-19,2022,2022-01,Republican,House,MS,Trent Kelly,K000388,trentkelly.house.gov,trentkelly,https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Trent Kelly (MS-01) was awarded an A+ on the Susan B. Anthony List National Pro-Life Scorecard for his work in 2021 to give the unborn a voice. On December 1, 2021, Congressman Kelly joined Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch on the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., in support of historic legislation passed by the Mississippi Legislature in 2018 that restricts abortions after 15 weeks. Following their remarks, U.S. Supreme Court Justices heard oral arguments from General Fitch's legal team on Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization to determine whether or not states should have the authority to restrict abortions. Click here to view Congressman Kelly's speech. ###",1,2026-04-07T14:16:54Z,2026-04-07T14:20:37Z https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-guest-scotus-made-right-call-osha-lacks-authority-enforce-vaccine,Congressman Guest: SCOTUS Made Right Call; OSHA Lacks Authority to Enforce Vaccine Mandate,2022-01-13,2022,2022-01,Republican,House,MS,Michael Guest,G000591,guest.house.gov,guest,https://guest.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Michael Guest (MS-03) applauded the decision of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) on its ruling to overturn the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) federal vaccine mandate. Congressman Guest joined a bicameral group of legislators in an amicus brief supporting the arguments to overturn the vaccine mandate. “Vaccine mandates—a prototypical state police power—are not within the purview of the OSH Act, let alone something on which Congress intended OSHA to take unilateral action under its ‘emergency’ powers. The ETS Mandate proposed by OSHA cannot stand,” the amici curiae argue. Congressman Guest has been critical of OSHA’s overreach into public health policy and has questioned the authority of the agency to issue a nationwide vaccine mandate on certain businesses. “OSHA does not have the authority to operate as a type of health police. I’m proud to join my colleagues in the House and Senate to fight against this Administration’s use of OSHA to burden businesses and hard-working Americans with a vaccine mandate,” Guest said in a statement on Twitter early this year. This morning, Guest reiterated the OSHA’s lack of authority to enforce a vaccine requirement and encouraged the Supreme Court to overturn the mandate. “OSHA does not have the authority to issue such a mandate, and it should be overturned by the court,” Guest said. You can find the amicus brief signed by Congressman Guest and other Members of Congress that encouraged SCOTUS to overturn the mandate by clicking here. Congressman Michael Guest represents Mississippi's Third Congressional District. Currently serving his second term, Congressman Guest is a member of the Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Committee on Ethics. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T01:50:39Z https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=5549,"Reps. Eshoo, Kelly Introduce Bill to Address Semiconductor Supply Shortage January 4, 2022 | Posted in Press Releases Tags: Economy / Jobs, Government Reform WASHINGTON – Today U.S. Reps. Anna G. Eshoo (D-CA-18) and Trent Kelly (R-MS-01) announced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to bolster American semiconductor production and supply chains. The Investing in Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Act ensures that federal incentives to increase domestic semiconductor manufacturing include U.S. suppliers that produce the materials and… Read more »",2022-01-04,2022,2022-01,Republican,House,MS,Trent Kelly,K000388,trentkelly.house.gov,trentkelly,https://trentkelly.house.gov/newsroom/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today U.S. Reps. Anna G. Eshoo (D-CA-18) and Trent Kelly (R-MS-01) announced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to bolster American semiconductor production and supply chains. The Investing in Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Act ensures that federal incentives to increase domestic semiconductor manufacturing include U.S. suppliers that produce the materials and manufacturing equipment that enable semiconductor manufacturing, strengthening the supply chain for semiconductors. This bill comes amid a major global shortage of semiconductors that has caused disruptions for a wide range of industries. “The current semiconductor shortage is a major blow to our nation’s economy, and addressing this supply chain issue is critical for our national security,” said Rep. Eshoo. “Our bipartisan legislation ensures microchip manufacturing tools and materials can be made domestically, creating good paying American jobs and improving the resiliency of our domestic semiconductor industry. Semiconductors are the foundation of Silicon Valley, which I’m proud to represent in the House, and are essential to countless aspects of our modern economy.” “The semiconductor shortage is a critical issue impacting the lives of Mississippians and scores of Americans,” Rep. Kelly said. “The battle to overcome the supply shortage can be won on the domestic front through investment. The Investing in Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Act will incentivize more American manufacturers to meet the demand, reduce supply chain disruptions, and create more jobs in the process.” U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) introduced companion legislation to the Investing in Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Act in the Senate. The bill text can be found here. ###",1,2026-04-07T14:16:54Z,2026-04-07T14:20:37Z