House Committee On Appropriations
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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...
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Cole Statement Regarding Iran’s Attack on Israel
In response to Iran’s recent airborne attack against Israel, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) has expressed his strong condemnation and support for Israel's right to defend itself. Cole stated, "Israel has the right to defend itself, and I strongly condemn Tehran’s attack on one of our greatest allies. This is a dangerous escalation that further derails the safety and security of the region and the world."Cole emphasized the importance of Congress's role in ensuring Israel's readiness to defend itself against such threats, stating, "Congress must...
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Granger Announces Changes to Republican Subcommittee Rosters
WASHINGTON - House Appropriations Chairwoman Kay Granger has revealed adjustments to the Republican subcommittee rosters for the remainder of the 118th Congress. The changes were announced in preparation for the Committee's upcoming hearings on the President's Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Request.Rep. Jake Ellzey from Texas is set to transition from the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education subcommittee to Defense. Meanwhile, Rep. Juan Ciscomani from Arizona will make a move from Financial Services and General Government to State, Foreign Operations. Additionally, Rep....
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Joint Statement on FY24 Appropriations Agreement
Speaker Johnson, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, and Leader Jeffries, along with House Appropriations Committee Chairwoman Granger and Ranking Member DeLauro, and Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Murray and Vice Chair Collins, issued a joint statement on the FY24 Appropriations Agreement. The leaders emphasized the importance of bipartisan cooperation in funding the government, stating, "We are in agreement that Congress must work in a bipartisan manner to fund our government."The agreement reached includes funding for six bills: Agriculture-FDA, Commerce-Justice...
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Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act Provides $17.6 Billion in Military Assistance
The Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act was released today by Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert, providing $17.6 billion in military assistance for Israel. This measure also includes important funding for U.S. Forces in the region. Subcommittee Chairman Calvert is joined by Committee Chairwoman Kay Granger, State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chairman Mario Diaz-Balart, Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, and Conference Chair Elise Stefanik as original cosponsors of the bill.The House took action in response to the October 7th...
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Diaz-Balart Remarks at State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Hearing on United Nations (As Prepared)
Diaz-Balart Remarks at State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Hearing on United Nations (As Prepared)
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Calvert Remarks at Defense Subcommittee Hearing on Ukraine (As Prepared)
Calvert Remarks at Defense Subcommittee Hearing on Ukraine (As Prepared)
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Carter Remarks at Military Construction & Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Hearing on Quality of Life in the Military (As Prepared)
Carter Remarks at Military Construction & Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Hearing on Quality of Life in the Military (As Prepared)
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Calvert Remarks at Defense Subcommittee Hearing on Ukraine (As Prepared)
Calvert Remarks at Defense Subcommittee Hearing on Ukraine (As Prepared)
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Carter Remarks at Military Construction & Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Hearing on Quality of Life in the Military (As Prepared)
Carter Remarks at Military Construction & Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Hearing on Quality of Life in the Military (As Prepared)
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Diaz-Balart Remarks at State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Hearing on United Nations (As Prepared)
Diaz-Balart Remarks at State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Hearing on United Nations (As Prepared)
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Carter Remarks at Military Construction & Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Hearing on Quality of Life in the Military (As Prepared)
Carter Remarks at Military Construction & Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Hearing on Quality of Life in the Military (As Prepared)
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Calvert Remarks at Defense Subcommittee Hearing on Ukraine (As Prepared)
First, I would like to welcome our two witnesses: Celeste Wallander, who serves as the Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, and Lieutenant General Douglas Sims II, the Director for Operations at the Joint Chiefs of Staff. We look forward to your testimony.
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Barrasso Calls for Briefing on Department of Energy Lab Leak Report
U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), sent a letter to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm regarding reports that DOE has determined the COVID pandemic began from a lab leak in China.
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Granger Remarks at 118th Organizational Meeting (As Prepared)
Granger Remarks at 118th Organizational Meeting (As Prepared)
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Granger Gavels First Meeting of 118th Congress
Granger Gavels First Meeting of 118th Congress
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Interior and Environment Subcommittee Announces American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Dates
Interior and Environment Subcommittee Announces American Indian and Alaska Native Public Witness Hearing Dates
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Labor, Health And Human Services, Education Announces Public Witness Hearing Date
Labor, Health And Human Services, Education Announces Public Witness Hearing Date
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Granger Remarks at 118th Organizational Meeting (As Prepared)
Granger Remarks at 118th Organizational Meeting (As Prepared)