House Committee On Appropriations
Recent News About House Committee On Appropriations
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U.S. bipartisan delegation visits Middle East for defense talks
Amid escalating threats and instability in the Middle East, House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole led a bipartisan delegation to strengthen U.S. defense and partnerships with allies in the region.
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New video series sheds light on U.S. appropriations process
Today, a new video series titled "Appropriations 101" was highlighted, featuring Interior and Environment Subcommittee Chairman Mike Simpson (R-ID). The initiative aims to provide insights into the appropriations process by bringing together key members of the committee. The first episode features Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), where both discuss the development and passage of 12 bills each fiscal year.
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House Republicans question VA healthcare budget shortfall
This week, two prominent House Republicans addressed a letter to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough. The correspondence, from Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Chairman John Carter (R-TX) and House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-IL), concerns a reported $12 billion healthcare budget shortfall within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
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House GOP chairmen demand release of unclassified Ukraine strategy
On September 25, 2024, several U.S. Representatives called for the Biden-Harris Administration to release an unclassified version of its Ukraine strategy. The demand was made by Tom Cole (R-OK), Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee; Ken Calvert (R-CA), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense; Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs; Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee; Michael McCaul (R-TX), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs...
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Tom Cole addresses need for continuing resolution before fiscal year end
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) addressed the Rules Committee today regarding H.R. 9747, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025. He emphasized the necessity of keeping the government operational to serve the American people.
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Chairman Calvert criticizes Navy's handling of shipbuilding program
Washington, D.C. – Ahead of a classified oversight briefing with Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro, Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA) released prepared remarks addressing the Navy's persistent delays and cost overruns in its shipbuilding program.
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Tom Cole advocates for continuing resolution amid national challenges
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) addressed the House floor today, advocating for H.R. 9494, the Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act, 2025.
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House passes supplemental bill addressing $3B shortfall in veteran benefits
The House of Representatives has passed the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act, allocating $3 billion in mandatory funding to address a shortfall in veteran benefits. The measure was approved by voice vote.
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Joint subcommittees address severe food shortages in tribal and elderly communities
On September 11, 2024, the House Appropriations Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration Subcommittee and the House Agriculture Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture Subcommittee held a joint oversight hearing addressing severe food distribution shortages in Tribal and elderly communities.
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House Republicans introduce bill addressing veteran benefit shortfalls
House Appropriations Committee Member Mike Garcia (R-CA), along with House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Chairman Judge Carter (R-TX), Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA), Legislative Branch Subcommittee Chairman David Valadao (R-CA), and House Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-IL), have introduced the Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act. The bill aims to ensure uninterrupted veteran benefits and hold the Administration accountable for budgeting...
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Lawmakers seek answers from USDA over tribal food distribution shortages
House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), alongside leaders from the House and Senate Appropriations Committees, has called for answers from U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Thomas Vilsack regarding significant shortcomings in the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR). These issues have led to a severe food shortage crisis affecting Tribal communities across the nation. The lawmakers are seeking detailed information to understand the causes of this situation and implement swift corrective measures.
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House Appropriations Committee approves FY25 transportation appropriations act
Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Committee considered and approved the Fiscal Year 2025 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act with a vote of 31 to 26.
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House committee releases FY25 commerce justice science appropriations act
The House Appropriations Committee has released the Fiscal Year 2025 bill for the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Subcommittee. The bill will be considered in subcommittee on June 26 at 8:30 a.m. The markup will be live-streamed on the Committee’s website.
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House subcommittee approves FY25 agriculture appropriations act
Washington, D.C. – The House Appropriations Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee convened today to consider its Fiscal Year 2025 bill. The measure received approval from the Subcommittee.
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House committee approves FY25 state & foreign operations appropriations act
The House Appropriations Committee has approved the Fiscal Year 2025 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act with a vote of 31 to 26. This legislation proposes significant funding reductions compared to both the President’s Budget and the Fiscal Year 2024 enacted levels.
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House leaders advocate full funding for veteran health care
Washington, D.C. – House Appropriations Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Chairman John Carter (R-TX) and Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) addressed the House floor today in support of the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (H.R. 8580). They emphasized the bill's commitment to fully fund health care and benefits for veterans, support military families, and enhance America's defense capabilities.
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House subcommittee approves FY25 defense appropriations bill
The House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee convened today to deliberate on its Fiscal Year 2025 bill, which was subsequently approved.
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House committee releases FY25 state & foreign operations appropriations bill
Washington, D.C. – The House Appropriations Committee today released the Fiscal Year 2025 bill for the State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Subcommittee. The bill will be considered in subcommittee tomorrow, June 4th at 10:00 a.m., with the markup to be live-streamed on the Committee’s website.
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Cole Releases Series of Security Supplemental Bills
Washington, D.C. – House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), along with Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA) and State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chairman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), have announced the release of a series of critical security supplemental bills aimed at providing defense assistance to allies worldwide.Chairman Cole emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "We are living in what feels like a time in the past. Dangers are ever-escalating, with tyrannical aggression threatening the free world." He added, "If we don’t help our...
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Chairman Cole Announces Final Subcommittee Leadership
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) has revealed the lineup of subcommittee chairs for the 118th Congress, with Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) taking the helm of the Homeland Security Subcommittee. Cole expressed his confidence in the appointed chairs, stating, “I’m proud to partner with such a skilled and seasoned group of subcommittee chairs. Working together, we will leverage their expertise and leadership to responsibly fund the needs of the American people."The full list of subcommittee chairs for the 118th Congress includes:- Agriculture, Rural...