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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee convened today to deliberate on its Fiscal Year 2025 bill, which was subsequently approved.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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)
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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)