{"url": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/photo-release-josh-on-the-job-gottheimer-visits-magpie-bakery-in-bloomingdale", "title": "PHOTO RELEASE: “Josh on the Job” — Gottheimer Visits Magpie Bakery in Bloomingdale", "date": "2026-11-01", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/press", "domain": "gottheimer.house.gov", "scraper": "gottheimer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000583", "name": "Josh Gottheimer", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Above: Gottheimer with staff at Magpie Bakery.\n\nBLOOMINGDALE, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Magpie Bakery in Bloomingdale to meet with local owners and employees, working with their team and hearing first-hand from Jersey customers as part of his “Josh on the Job” series highlighting locally owned small businesses and franchises across northern New Jersey.\n\n“Small businesses like Magpie Bakery are the backbone of our economy and the heart of our communities,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). “They’re up before dawn every morning serving Jersey families, and they deserve a partner in Washington who’s fighting to lower costs, cut red tape, and help them grow. I had a great time getting behind the counter with this team, and I’ll keep showing up to hear directly from the workers, owners, and customers who keep Bloomingdale running.”\n\nDuring his visit, Gottheimer joined staff behind the counter, speaking with employees and customers from across the community about the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses today.\n\nGottheimer regularly visits small businesses and franchises across New Jersey’s Fifth District as part of his Josh on the Job series to hear directly from workers, owners, and customers about the issues impacting their jobs and their communities.\n\nBelow: Gottheimer with staff at Magpie Bakery.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-02T13:06:47Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-02T13:07:30Z"}
{"url": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/release-gottheimer-joins-darren-drake-foundation-drake-family-for-darren-drake-memorial", "title": "RELEASE: Gottheimer Joins Darren Drake Foundation, Drake Family for Darren Drake Memorial", "date": "2026-11-01", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/press", "domain": "gottheimer.house.gov", "scraper": "gottheimer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000583", "name": "Josh Gottheimer", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Above: Gottheimer at Darren Drake Memorial.\n\nNEW MILFORD, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) joined the Darren Drake Foundation and the Drake family at New Milford High School for a special memorial flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the life of Darren Drake and highlight Gottheimer’s bipartisan Darren Drake Act, which was signed into law to help combat lone-wolf terror attacks.\n\nWatch Gottheimer’s full remarks here.\n\n“It’s hard to believe that it’s been nine years since New Milford and the Drakes lost Darren. A blink of an eye. Yet, as we promised then, we would always honor Darren’s memory. This community has never forgotten,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). “The Darren Drake Act has become an essential tool in our arsenal to eradicate terrorist threats in our country. And, it exists because of Jimmy and Barbara – and Darren.”\n\nGottheimer’s bipartisan Darren Drake Act, signed into law in December 2022, helps stop terrorists from easily acquiring trucks and other vehicles to use as weapons in attacks. Working closely with vehicle rental companies and in consultation with federal, state, and local law enforcement, the legislation requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to take concrete steps to stop known terrorists from renting vehicles.\n\nOn October 31, 2017, Darren was murdered in a terrorist attack while on a New York City bike path, where he was deliberately run down by an ISIS sympathizer in a rented pickup truck. The Darren Drake Foundation was created to honor his legacy and pursue the ideals and vision he was so passionate about.\n\nGottheimer was joined by Mayor Michael Putrino, Councilman Matthew Seymour, and Councilman Arthur Zeilner.\n\nBelow: Gottheimer at Darren Drake Memorial.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-02T13:06:47Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-02T14:24:05Z"}
{"url": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/release-gottheimer-joins-north-jersey-families-helped-with-military-pension-back-pay-health-insurance-coverage-irs-refunds-and-more", "title": "RELEASE: Gottheimer Joins North Jersey Families Helped With Military Pension Back Pay, Health Insurance Coverage, IRS Refunds, and More", "date": "2026-11-01", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/press", "domain": "gottheimer.house.gov", "scraper": "gottheimer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000583", "name": "Josh Gottheimer", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Above: Gottheimer joins Jersey constituents.\n\nHACKENSACK, NJ — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) joined North Jersey constituents, including veterans, seniors, nurses, and local families, to discuss how his office helped them receive benefits and services they were owed from federal agencies and private companies. Their cases included military pension back pay, health insurance coverage, identity theft, immigration paperwork, and delayed IRS refunds.\n\nGottheimer’s full remarks can be found here.\n\n“One of the most important parts of my job is being an advocate and a champion for the families I’m lucky to represent here in North Jersey. By fighting for our Fifth District families, we’ve helped thousands of residents who’ve been denied Social Security checks, unemployment benefits, VA benefits, critical health care, tax refunds, or crucial resources they need, often because of bureaucratic red tape,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). “Whether it’s the IRS, an insurance company, or a federal agency that’s gotten it wrong, I’ll always fight for Jersey families across the Fifth District to get what they are owed and deserve. If you need help with any issues, including Medicare, Social Security, passports, VA benefits, and so much more, please reach out to me.”\n\nIn the last five years alone, Gottheimer’s office has helped more than 780 veterans access their VA benefits and service medals; more than 1,834 Fifth District seniors access their earned Social Security checks and claw back over $2.6 million from the Social Security Administration; get more than 65 constituents back home from being trapped overseas, including some stranded in Israel after October 7; more than 4,500 constituents get their unemployment benefits; and claw back over $120 million owed to small businesses, non-profits, and constituents from the IRS. In total, Gottheimer’s office has clawed back more than $173 million to date for constituents through its casework team. Just among the cases highlighted today, the office helped get back more than $171,000 for Fifth District families.\n\nGottheimer joined Fifth District residents today:\n\nTom Gallagher of Mahwah: Tom’s brother, Retired Air Force Major John P. Gallagher, served in the U.S. Air Force for over 20 years and now lives in an assisted living facility after being diagnosed with early dementia. Tom holds power of attorney and looks out for him. For five months, Retired Major John’s pension was not being deposited because his bank account had been closed due to fraudulent and unauthorized withdrawals. Tom reached out to Gottheimer’s office for help working with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), and Gottheimer’s team got right to work and contacted DFAS. The next day, DFAS processed John’s forms and placed his pension account back in active pay status. Within a week, DFAS confirmed the issue was resolved and that his brother’s back pay had been issued. In less than two weeks, Tom confirmed that his brother’s owed pension had received the gross pay he earned after waiting for five months.\n\nSuzanne Jackson of Highland Lakes: Suzanne is a registered nurse who has spent more than 40 years caring for patients at Englewood Hospital. This past July, she reached out to Gottheimer’s office after UnitedHealthcare denied coverage for a prosthetic limb, initially deeming it not medically necessary. Although her doctor said she qualified for a K3 prosthetic with a microprocessor knee, UnitedHealthcare only approved a K2 prosthetic after her first appeal, which meant she could not continue working 12-hour shifts as a nurse. After months of fighting the decision, and being unable to reach anyone at UnitedHealthcare to escalate her appeal, Suzanne turned to Gottheimer. His team contacted UnitedHealthcare and asked them to take another look. Just a day later, UnitedHealthcare approved the K3 prosthetic with a microprocessor knee, and Suzanne is still on the job at Englewood Hospital.\n\nJoey Shimm of Tenafly, on behalf of his wife, Yoko: Yoko’s green card arrived with a typo, an extra initial in her name, and the replacement came back with the very same mistake. When Yoko’s 95-year-old mother suffered a cerebral hemorrhage in Japan, Yoko needed a USCIS-approved travel document to get to her side, and the earliest appointment USCIS would offer was after her planned flight. Joey turned to Gottheimer’s office. His team immediately contacted the USCIS Newark Field Office Congressional Lead and secured an appointment for the very next day. Yoko received an ADIT stamp in her Japanese passport, which provides temporary proof of her lawful permanent resident status, and she traveled to Japan to be with her hospitalized mother. Gottheimer’s office will keep working with the family until the green card itself is fully corrected.\n\nRobert Lunzer of Englewood: For a year, money had been coming out of Robert’s monthly Social Security retirement benefit, and he had no idea why. It turned out to be from missing payments on a more than $93,000 Small Business Administration (SBA) COVID loan he never took out. The application didn’t even have his real name on it, only a signature he never signed, and the money was going to an offshore bank account. After two weeks of getting nowhere with the SBA, Robert called Gottheimer’s office. His team contacted the SBA the very next day, and the inquiry was sent to the SBA’s fraud unit. In just one week, the SBA validated Robert’s identity theft claim, forgave the entire $93,600 fraudulent debt, stopped the garnishment of his Social Security benefits, and refunded about $4,500 to him in a lump sum.\n\nAnn Marie and Jim Dunlop of Haworth: Ann Marie and Jim, both in their eighties, filed their taxes in mid-March, on time. The IRS told them to complete an ID verification over the phone, and then they never heard another word, aside from a letter every six weeks saying the IRS needed more time. Gottheimer’s team contacted the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS), learned that the return was under review because of unverifiable income and withholding, and worked with Ann Marie and her accountant to gather the records needed to verify her withholding. Gottheimer’s office got the documents to TAS, a referral then went to the IRS, and in just a few short weeks, the Dunlops’ refund of more than $22,500 was in the mail.\n\nKevin Noah of Vernon: Kevin filed his federal tax return, and eight months went by without a word from the IRS. When the agency finally asked for additional documentation, it was documentation he could no longer get his hands on. Kevin reached out to Gottheimer’s office. His team contacted TAS and followed up to explain Kevin’s situation, including that his wife, Maryellen, had stopped working in January and that he had become her primary caregiver after she was hospitalized. In less than a month, Kevin’s refund of more than $7,000 was released. From his first call to a refund in hand, it took about a month. Kevin put it best: “This is how the government is supposed to work.”\n\nDavid Mitnick of Glen Rock: David and his wife, Shelly Berger-Mitnick, reached out to Gottheimer’s office for help with their federal tax refund and a penalty abatement request. After the IRS audited them and found them ineligible for the energy tax credit they listed, they learned they were actually eligible for the credit in the following year. David repaid the previous year’s federal income tax amount in full, requested a penalty abatement, and filed an amended return, but after more than eight months, no refund or decision came. Gottheimer’s office contacted TAS right away and worked with David and their CPA to get TAS the forms and documents it asked for. Two months after they first called, the IRS confirmed $4,427.59 for their penalty abatement and $20,413.78 for their federal tax refund, more than $24,800 in total was sent to them.\n\nIf you are experiencing an issue with a federal agency, Gottheimer and his Constituent Services Team are here to listen and help with VA benefits, Social Security, Medicare, passports, delayed IRS refunds, and more. Reach out to Gottheimer in Fair Lawn at 201-389-1100, by email at HelpNJ5@mail.house.gov, or visitGottheimer.House.Gov for more information and resources.\n\nBelow: Gottheimer joins Jersey constituents.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-02T13:06:47Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-02T13:07:30Z"}
{"url": "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-condemns-haley-stevens-break-democrats-and-endorsement-gop", "title": "Congressman Carter Condemns Haley Stevens’ Break with Democrats and Endorsement of GOP Candidate Mike Rogers", "date": "2026-11-01", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "troycarter.house.gov", "scraper": "troycarter", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001125", "name": "Troy A. Carter", "party": "Democrat", "state": "LA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Today, Congressman Carter released a statement following Haley Stevens’ endorsement of GOP Candidate Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race:\n\n“In my opinion, Haley Stevens’s decision has more to do with a bruised ego than a commitment to the people she was elected to serve. I could not be more disappointed.\n\n“I understand that losing a primary hurts. I also understand that policy disagreements can be deeply held. But when we seek public office, we accept a responsibility to put the people ahead of our own disappointment. That responsibility does not end when we lose an election or feel slighted by another candidate.\n\n“Haley has chosen to endorse Republican Mike Rogers, whose Trump-style policies she once vehemently opposed. What changed for the families of Michigan? What changed about their need for affordable health care, good jobs, lower costs, and protection of their rights? Those needs remain, regardless of how she feels about the Democratic nominee.\n\n“Antisemitism is serious, and we have an obligation to confront it. Dr. Abdul El-Sayed has said clearly that he disagrees with the contents of the outside group’s advertisement.\n\n“Michigan Democrats chose their nominee. Haley had every right to challenge him in the primary and to continue pressing him on policy. But endorsing his Republican opponent days before the election calls into question the convictions she asked voters to believe in throughout her campaign.\n\n“I have worked with colleagues with whom I strongly disagree. Public service requires that. We cannot allow a personal grievance to outweigh the consequences of our decisions for millions of people.\n\nI expected better from my colleague. The people who supported her, volunteered for her, and trusted her word deserved better, too.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-02T13:06:47Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-02T13:07:30Z"}
{"url": "https://vasquez.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-gabe-vasquez-announces-birth-his-son", "title": "Rep. Gabe Vasquez Announces the Birth of His Son", "date": "2026-11-01", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://vasquez.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "vasquez.house.gov", "scraper": "vasquez", "member": {"bioguide_id": "V000136", "name": "Gabe Vasquez", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NM", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. – On November 1, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) and his fiancée, Nikki, announced they welcomed their first son to the world.\n\n“Nikki and I are overjoyed to share that our son has arrived, and both Nikki and the baby are happy and healthy,” said Vasquez. “In these precious first few weeks, I will be supporting my family as we begin this new chapter together, and I look forward to bringing my perspective as a new dad to my work on behalf of all New Mexico families.”\n\nAs Vasquez spends time supporting his family and fulfilling his duties as a new dad, in the coming weeks, he will dedicate the majority of his time to his newborn. Vasquez will return to vote on the House floor as soon as possible, and his offices in Washington, Las Cruces, and Albuquerque will remain open and fully staffed to serve constituents across the district.\n\n“Thank you to all of the New Mexicans and my colleagues in Congress who have shared their well wishes and kind words with Nikki and me. It means the world to our family and brings a renewed sense of public service to create a better future for all of our kids,” Vasquez added.\n\nVasquez supports policies to guarantee paid parental leave to all Americans and has introduced the Careworker Visa Act, a bill to bring down the cost of childcare for hardworking American families by creating commonsense legal pathways for immigrant careworkers.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-02T13:06:47Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-02T13:07:30Z"}
{"url": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-al-green-invites-you-aloha-legislative-update-saturday-november-7", "title": "CONGRESSMAN AL GREEN INVITES YOU TO AN ALOHA LEGISLATIVE UPDATE   ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "algreen.house.gov", "scraper": "algreen", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000553", "name": "Al Green", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "CONGRESSMAN AL GREEN INVITES YOU TO AN ALOHA LEGISLATIVE UPDATE ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2026", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-cryptoslate-article-below-titled-crypto-scammers-used-secs-website-lure", "title": "ICYMI: The CryptoSlate article below, titled “Crypto scammers used SEC’s website to lure investors into alleged $130 million fraud.\"", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "algreen.house.gov", "scraper": "algreen", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000553", "name": "Al Green", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The CryptoSlate article below, titled “Crypto scammers used SEC’s website to lure investors into alleged $130 million fraud,” speaks for itself.\n\nYou can access the article by clicking the link here.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases/ansari-leads-bipartisan-effort-in-demanding-answers-on-care-and-resettlement-of-afghan-women-and-children-in-qatar", "title": "Ansari Leads Bipartisan Effort in Demanding Answers on Care and Resettlement of Afghan Women and Children in Qatar", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://ansari.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "ansari.house.gov", "scraper": "ansari", "member": {"bioguide_id": "A000381", "name": "Yassamin Ansari", "party": "Democrat", "state": "AZ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON – Representatives Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) and Don Bacon (NE-02) recently led a bipartisan effort calling on the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security to provide urgent answers regarding the conditions and future resettlement plans for Afghan allies and their families currently housed at Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) in Doha, Qatar.\n\n“Our Afghan allies stood alongside us, and we have the responsibility to ensure they and their families are treated with dignity and compassion,” said Rep. Ansari. “These women and children deserve access to medical care, education, and safe living conditions. We must uphold our country’s commitments and ensure these families have a clear path permanent resettlement and asylum. I’m glad to lead this bipartisan effort with my colleague, Congressman Don Bacon, to deliver the answers and accountability our Afghan allies deserve.”\n\n“We made a commitment to the Afghan allies who stood alongside our servicemembers, and we have an obligation to honor it,” said Rep. Bacon. “We need clear answers about the care these families are receiving, particularly women and children, and the steps being taken to ensure their safe and orderly resettlement.”\n\nWith Afghan families enduring prolonged stays at CAS, the lawmakers are demanding accountability for the conditions they face and the services available to them. The letter calls for answers on access to essential maternal and OB-GYN care for pregnant women, routine pediatric services for young children, and safe, adequate living conditions. It also urges the provision of structured educational programming, English-language instruction, and recreational activities to support children’s development and well-being. Additionally, the lawmakers demand transparency around proposed third-country transfers, including clear assurances that any agreements uphold U.S. humanitarian standards, protect Afghan families’ well-being, and provide concrete pathways to safe, supported resettlement.\n\n“More than 1,000 Afghan allies are waiting at Camp As Sayliyah, and most of them are women and children. They include family members of U.S. service members, and every one of them was brought there on an American promise. Representatives Ansari and Bacon are asking the right questions: Are pregnant women getting care? Are children learning? Is there a real path to resettlement? These families have kept their word to us, and they deserve clear answers and a way forward. AfghanEvac is grateful to every member who signed on,” said Shawn VanDiver, President and Founder of AfghanEvac.\n\n“Last year, my team and I were at Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) helping secure flights and resettlement for hundreds of our wartime allies. Many of our allies, including the family members of U.S. veterans and service members, are still waiting for a safe path forward and still depend on health care and education at the camp,” said Andrew Sullivan, Executive Director of No One Left Behind. “We applaud this bipartisan recognition that a safe resolution for these allies, reached by Congress and the executive branch working in partnership, is in America’s best interest,” said Andrew Sullivan, Executive Director of No One Left Behind.\n\nAnsari’s letter was cosigned by Representatives Don Bacon (NE-02), Jason Crow (CO-06), María Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Stephen F. Lynch (MA-08), Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), Diana DeGette (CO-01), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-AL), Seth Moulton (MA-06), George Latimer (NY-16), James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11), Mike Quigley (IL-05), Adelita S. Grijalva (AZ-07), Ami Bera (CA-06), Deborah K. Ross (NC-02), Julia Brownley (CA-26), Veronica Escobar (TX-16), Emily Randall (WA-06), Jennifer L. McClellan (VA-04), William R. Keating (MA-09), Dina Titus (NV-01), and Sara Jacobs (CA-51).\n\nThe letter is also endorsed by One Left Behind, AfghanEvac, Afghans For A Better Tomorrow, Association of Wartime Allies (AWA), FAER, With Honor, USAHello, Center for Gender & Refugee Studies, Borderlands Resource Initiative, Human Rights First, Humanitarian Legal Assistance Project, Special Operations Association of America (SOAA), Refugee Council USA (RCUSA), Lawyers for Good Government, Feminist Majority, Frontera Federation, Keeping Our Promise Inc., Instant Aid, Cross Cultural Communications, LLC, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Hearts & Homes for Refugees, Unitarian Universalists for Social Justice, The 5ive Pillars Organization, Allied Shepherd, International Institute of New England, Dialogue Center for Resilience and Empowerment (DCRE), Paws Unite People Inc, SunEx Aviation, Our Culture is Giving, U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California, Afghan Scout Relief Fund, Afghan Advantage, Global Refuge, Union for Reform Judaism, and Immigrant Defenders Law Center.\n\nRead the letter HERE and below.\n\nDear Secretary Rubio and Secretary Mullin,\n\nWe write to follow up on the ongoing transit operations at Camp As Sayliyah (CAS) in Doha, Qatar, where Afghan allies and their families remain in temporary housing awaiting final resettlement processing. In particular, we wish to learn more about the conditions faced by the hundreds of women and the young children currently in processing at the facility, and to request an update on plans for their safe resettlement.\n\nThese individuals were brought out of Afghanistan on U.S.-provided flights with the promise and understanding that CAS would serve as a short-term transit hub for temporary stay in the final stages of their processing for secure resettlement to the United States. With this sacred promise to the heroes who supported our forces in Afghanistan at the heart of our inquiry, we want to ensure that the most vulnerable among those at CAS receive the necessary processing support, health care, and clear communications on their next steps.\n\nHealth and Support Services for Women and Children\n\nGiven the extended stays for many families, maintaining adequate specialized care remains a priority. We request an assessment of the medical services available at CAS, particularly maternal and OBGYN health resources for pregnant women and routine pediatric care for young children. Ensuring appropriate living conditions and consistent medical oversight for these families is essential as their immigration processing moves forward.\n\nEducational Opportunities and Developmental Support for Children\n\nBeyond immediate health and security considerations, we also ask for an evaluation of the educational and developmental resources available to the school-aged children residing at CAS. Given the extended length of stay for many families, access to structured educational programming, English language learning, and recreational activities is essential to minimize learning disruptions and support childhood development. Ensuring there are routine learning environments at the facility not only helps prepare these children for integration into American schools and communities, but also provides critical stability and psychological support during a period of prolonged transition.\n\nPathways to Final Resettlement\n\nClear and transparent communication regarding resettlement pathways is vital for maintaining the trust of our allies now and in future engagements. We ask for clarification on the open U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) P-1/P-2 applications and family reunification cases at CAS. Additionally, we request information on how the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security are handling any proposed third-country transfers to ensure the underlying bilateral agreements align with U.S. humanitarian standards and provide established resettlement support in the receiving country.\n\nTo inform Congress’ collaboration with your departments to shape an effective path forward, we\n\nrequest your response addressing the following questions by November 27, 2026:\n\nWhat medical care is available for the Afghan evacuees at CAS, particularly maternal and OBGYN health resources for pregnant women and routine pediatric care for young children?\n\nWhat learning support is available to school aged children? What cultural and educational resources are available to prepare adults for employment and resettlement in the United States?\n\nHow many individuals have ongoing USRAP referrals? What resources do your departments need to ensure all these individuals can renew their requisite documents and medical panels?\n\nWhat specific steps are your departments taking to communicate the status of resettlement options (including USRAP and third country agreements) to the individuals at CAS?\n\nThank you for your continued work to uphold U.S. national security by fulfilling our commitments to Afghan allies and their families. We look forward to working with your departments to ensure a swift, safe, and organized resolution for those at CAS.\n\nSincerely,\n\nYassamin Ansari\n\nMember of Congress\n\nFollow @RepYassAnsari on all social media platforms and visit Ansari.House.gov to learn more.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://baumgartner.house.gov/2026/11/02/baumgartner-releases-healthy-forests-incentives-act-to-reduce-wildfire-risk/", "title": "Baumgartner Releases Healthy Forests Incentives Act to Reduce Wildfire Risk", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://baumgartner.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "domain": "baumgartner.house.gov", "scraper": "baumgartner", "member": {"bioguide_id": "B001322", "name": "Michael Baumgartner", "party": "Republican", "state": "WA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) released the text of his Healthy Forests Incentives Act of 2026, legislation to reduce wildfire risk by connecting long-term forest stewardship with targeted incentives for businesses that put removed wood to productive use.\n\n“Today, many of our Western forests have up to 7 times thicker tree density than they did 100 years ago,” said Congressman Baumgartner. “These levels of unhealthy fuel loads contribute to extreme fire risk, particularly in forested areas near residential areas. My legislation creates incentives and a pathway to clear out these dangerous forests by harvesting timber in targeted areas. We must take action now to reduce risks for the next, possible catastrophic forest fire. We lost more than 700 homes this summer, I don’t want us losing another 700 next year,” he said.\n\n“By connecting long-term stewardship in high-risk areas with incentives for businesses that use the wood we remove, this bill makes prevention a sustained economic activity—not just a series of isolated federal projects,” Baumgartner continued.\n\nOver the past 10 years, Congress appropriated $64.7 billion in wildfire-specific funds, with more than half directed toward response and only 17 percent toward mitigation. “My bill seeks to better target federal resources toward preventive restoration in high-risk landscapes, while reviving forest economies across the west with more energy, jobs and cutting-edge building materials,” Baumgartner concluded.\n\nThe Healthy Forests Incentives Act would:", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://bonamici.house.gov/media/press-releases/bonamici-wyden-merkley-demand-investigation-ice-tire-slashing-incident", "title": "Bonamici, Wyden, Merkley Demand Investigation into ICE Tire Slashing Incident", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://bonamici.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "bonamici.house.gov", "scraper": "bonamici", "member": {"bioguide_id": "B001278", "name": "Suzanne Bonamici", "party": "Democrat", "state": "OR", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, DC [11/2/26] – Today Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) and Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley demanded an investigation into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents for slashing a couple’s tires in Hillsboro.\n\nThe couple was observing and recording ICE agents in a supermarket parking lot on October 7, 2026, before multiple masked ICE agents in three vehicles tailed the couple, boxed them in, and repeatedly stabbed and slashed their tires before driving away. A video of the incident can be viewed here.\n\n“ICE agents cannot act with impunity,” the lawmakers wrote. “The First Amendment protects the right to observe, gather information, and record law enforcement officers performing their duties in public. These constitutional protections are necessary for the public to learn about and freely debate the government’s actions, including potential misconduct, and demand accountability when necessary.”\n\nThe lawmakers noted that there have been many documented cases of excessive use of force and intimidation tactics against peaceful community members and legal observers by ICE in Oregon and across the country. They called for the Inspector General for the Department of Homeland Security to immediately investigate the Oct. 7 incident in Hillsboro, identify the agents involved, and preserve all evidence, so that those responsible may be disciplined.\n\n“Without videos from bystanders, observers, journalists, and protestors, the public would never know the full scale of federal retaliation against those who seek to document ICE activity,” the lawmakers wrote.\n\nBonamici, Wyden, Merkley, and Dexter also recently raised concerns about the lack of access to counsel for individuals detained by ICE and what appear to be new protocols for bypassing the Portland ICE facility entirely. That letter can be found here.\n\nThe full letter about the Oct. 7 incident can be read here and below:\n\nDear Inspector General Cuffari:\n\nWe write to request an investigation into an alarming incident that occurred on October 7, 2026, in which U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents harassed, intimidated, and retaliated against a couple in Hillsboro, Oregon for engaging in First Amendment activities. The incident occurred when our constituents observed and recorded ICE agents in a supermarket parking lot. Soon thereafter, multiple masked ICE agents in three vehicles recklessly tailed the couple, boxed them in, and dangerously vandalized their vehicle by repeatedly stabbing and puncturing one of their tires before driving away.1\n\nICE agents cannot act with impunity. The First Amendment protects the right to observe, gather information about, and record law enforcement officers performing their duties in public.2 These constitutional protections are necessary for the public to learn about and freely debate the government’s actions, including potential misconduct, and demand accountability when necessary.\n\nSince President Trump returned to office in January 2025, federal ICE agents across the country have repeatedly failed to respect rights afforded under the Constitution, especially the First Amendment. We have seen many documented cases of excessive use of force and intimidation tactics by ICE in Oregon, including federal agents needlessly deploying tear-gas and other projectiles against peaceful community members as well as driving erratically and verbally threatening legal observers. This pattern of irresponsible and illegal behavior from federal agents is also evident across the country. For example, federal agents in Memphis, Tennessee harassed observers by swerving at them, tailing them, boxing them in, and pulling them over without reasonable suspicion; sitting outside of their homes; and assaulting and arresting them.3 In Los Angeles, federal agents fired crowd control weapons into the heads and other sensitive areas of observers, journalists, and protestors. A judge later granted an injunction against this behavior4 and found that the plaintiffs have plausibly alleged that DHS had a policy of retaliating against people who record the activities of agents.5\n\nMost troubling, federal immigration agents killed Alex Pretti while he was peacefully recording and protesting ICE’s actions.6 Through all of this, the Trump administration has repeatedly covered up officer misconduct and obstructed investigations.7 To this day, there is no evidence that the federal government has meaningfully investigated Mr. Pretti’s killing, with his parents noting that “at every turn, they have ignored us, misled us and shielded Alex’s killers.”8 This reckless behavior and senseless violence endangers everyone across the country and does not advance ICE’s mission of enforcing immigration laws to preserve national security and public safety.\n\nWithout videos from bystanders, observers, journalists, and protestors, the public would never know the full scale of federal retaliation against those who seek to document ICE activity.\n\nWe hereby demand that your offices immediately undertake an investigation of the October 7, 2026, incident in Hillsboro, Oregon outlined above. Please identify the ICE agents involved and preserve all relevant evidence so the officers can be disciplined and prosecuted as appropriate.\n\nFurther, we request that you undertake a comprehensive investigation of the pervasive pattern of ICE agents acting unlawfully and retaliating against individuals exercising their First Amendment rights. We ask that you work with Congress to make lasting changes to ICE training, oversight, and accountability. The rights of our constituents must not be jeopardized any longer.\n\nSincerely,", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://bonamici.house.gov/media/press-releases/oregon-delegation-celebrates-federal-support-oregons-hazelnut-seafood", "title": "Oregon Delegation Celebrates Federal Support for Oregon’s Hazelnut, Seafood Industries", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://bonamici.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "bonamici.house.gov", "scraper": "bonamici", "member": {"bioguide_id": "B001278", "name": "Suzanne Bonamici", "party": "Democrat", "state": "OR", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington, D.C. – Today, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley led Oregon Congressional Delegation members—including Senator Ron Wyden and U.S. Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), and Janelle Bynum (OR-05)—to announce that after pressure from the delegation, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will purchase hazelnuts and Pacific Whiting fillets under the agency’s Section 32 purchase program. These purchases will benefit communities and rural economies across Oregon by supporting domestic production and distribution of these agricultural goods during periods of significant market disruption and economic uncertainty.\n\n“Our fisheries and farms deliver incredible products all around the world and are the lifeblood of our communities,” said Merkley, who led the Oregon delegation in pressing USDA to include hazelnuts and whiting in its latest food purchase. “This announcement ensures Oregon’s harvesters, processors, and producers will receive critical financial assistance needed to continue operating and providing services here in Oregon and beyond. I am elated the USDA has decided to make these purchases—this is a win for communities across our state.”\n\n“Iconic state industries like agriculture and fishing count on the U.S. Department of Agriculture to do its job and support Oregonians working hard to keep producing their world-class goods,” said Wyden. “I’m glad the full-court press from the delegation has unlocked this win for Oregonians fishing Pacific whiting and growing hazelnuts.”\n\n“Oregonians know that hazelnuts and seafood are some of the state’s most popular and delicious products,” said Bonamici. “Our growers and producers work tirelessly and bolster the local economy. I’m glad the USDA is making this investment.”\n\n“These investments from the USDA will support the people who harvest, process and bring Pacific Whiting fish and hazelnuts to market,” said Hoyle. “By putting Oregon fishermen and farmers first, we’re boosting our coastal and rural economies.\"\n\n“Oregon’s specialty crop growers are the backbone of our economy, but too many are struggling with rising costs and uncertain markets,” said Salinas. “In the Willamette Valley, generations of farmers have depended on the hazelnut industry for their livelihoods. That’s why I joined my colleagues in pushing USDA to purchase Oregon hazelnuts and Pacific whiting. These purchases will provide much-needed support for our growers and fishing communities while putting more Oregon-grown and Oregon-caught food onto kitchen tables. I’m proud we secured this win for Oregon producers, and I’ll keep fighting to make sure our specialty crop farmers have the markets and resources they need to succeed.”\n\n\"Oregon’s farmers and fishermen work hard to feed our communities, and they deserve a federal government that stands behind them,” said Dexter. “Our delegation pushed USDA to act, and these $34 million in purchases will support Oregon’s hazelnut growers and fishermen during a difficult economic stretch. This investment will help sustain local jobs, strengthen rural and coastal economies, and get nutritious food to families who need it.”\n\n“Our farmers are putting in the work every day to keep Oregon families fed,” said Bynum. “And they’re not just helping put food on the table, they’re keeping money with our families, creating good jobs close to home, and giving people what they need to put down roots here in Oregon. Money back in our state and with our farmers is a win-win.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://bonamici.house.gov/media/press-releases/salinas-bonamici-merkley-wyden-secure-over-500000-tualatin-soil-and-water", "title": "Salinas, Bonamici, Merkley, Wyden Secure over $500,000 for Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://bonamici.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "bonamici.house.gov", "scraper": "bonamici", "member": {"bioguide_id": "B001278", "name": "Suzanne Bonamici", "party": "Democrat", "state": "OR", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Tualatin, OR — Today, Congresswomen Andrea Salinas (OR-06) and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), alongside Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, announced they secured the release of over $530,000 in federal funding from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to support Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District (TSWCD).\n\nIn 2022, TSWCD applied to the NRCS for funding to improve fish habitat in Washington County. This work included replacing deteriorated culverts with bridges and modern culverts that help threatened species like steelhead trout move through local waterways. In February 2024, NRCS approved and obligated $1,074,887 to reimburse TSWCD for their work.\n\nAs of early September 2026, NRCS had only paid $543,837 of the over $1.07 million they had promised to TSWCD. This $531,000 shortfall has severely challenged TSWCD’s budget and would have stuck the taxpayers of Washington County with the bill. Following outreach from the Oregon delegation, NRSC honored its commitment and released the final sum to TSWCD.\n\n“When Oregonians make a promise, we keep it. The federal government should be held to the same standard,” said Rep. Salinas. “Tualatin Soil and Water did the work to improve our waterways, and Washington County taxpayers should never have been left holding the bag. I’m glad we got this money out the door and where it belongs.”\n\n“Supporting threatened species and their habitats reflects Oregon values and our commitment to environmental protection, and I was grateful when the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District secured federal funds to improve fish habitat in Washington County,” said Rep. Bonamici. “Unfortunately, the Trump administration paid only about half of the promised funding, leaving Washington County taxpayers to pick up the balance. I’m glad that my colleagues and I were able to help resolve this issue and secure all the funds the water conservation district needed for the project.\"\n\n“Thanks to our efforts, this funding is finally moving forward and will help ensure the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District can continue its work to improve waterways in Washington County,” said Sen. Merkley. “Oregon’s native fish are the lifeblood of our state, supporting the health and vitality of our communities, local economies, and Tribes who have been here since time immemorial. I’ll keep pushing to secure the necessary federal funds to protect our state’s ecosystems for generations to come.”\n\n“I’m glad the full-court press by the delegation unlocked these resources promised by the federal government to the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District,” Wyden said. “These funds will keep waterways improvements on track, helping with water quality and fish habitat alike in Washington County.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://castro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-castro-vasquez-cisneros-introduce-resolution-recognizing-hispanic-and-latino-servicemembers", "title": "Reps. Castro, Vasquez, Cisneros Introduce Resolution Recognizing Hispanic and Latino Servicemembers", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://castro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "domain": "castro.house.gov", "scraper": "castro", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001091", "name": "Joaquin Castro", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. — Reps. Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Congressional Hispanic Caucus Vice Chair of Diversity and Inclusion, Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), and Gil Cisneros (CA-31) introduced a resolution recognizing the contributions of Hispanic and Latino servicemembers in the United States Armed Forces and calling for stronger Hispanic and Latino leadership across every branch of the military. Between 2017 and 2025, Hispanic representation in the military grew by 6.8 percent, and Hispanic servicemembers now make up 20.81 percent of the force across all branches. They remain underrepresented in leadership. Hispanic servicemembers hold only about 3 percent of general and flag officer positions and less than 10 percent of officer positions in any branch.\n\n“San Antonio, known as Military City, USA, is home to generations of military heroes,” said Congressman Castro. “Latino servicemembers have proudly served in every major war in our nation’s history, and today they are the fastest-growing segment of our armed forces. Yet their contributions have not been equally honored. I’m proud to join Congressman Cisneros in honoring and supporting these servicemembers, and in pushing for leadership that reflects the people who serve.”\n\n“I’m honored to recognize the generations of Latino servicemembers who have served our nation with valor,” said Congressman Cisneros. “But honoring their contributions also means acknowledging the work that needs to be done. While Hispanic and Latino servicemembers account for the largest growing population across the military, they are too often overlooked for leadership roles, and that needs to improve. Our forces are at their best when they reflect our nation’s diversity.”\n\n“The Hispanic community has proudly demonstrated its pride and willingness to serve our nation for decades, diversifying our ranks and strengthening our national defense,” said Congressman Vasquez. “In New Mexico, that tradition runs deep — we are a state of proud Americans who answer the call. This is a reminder that diversity at all ranks makes us stronger as a nation and reflects who we are.”\n\nRead the full text of the resolution here.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://chrissmith.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=415903", "title": "“A key source of innovation in our fight against Lyme disease”Smith congratulates Lakewood constituent and winner of LymeX Visible Voices Prize", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://chrissmith.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "domain": "chrissmith.house.gov", "scraper": "chrissmith", "member": {"bioguide_id": "S000522", "name": "Christopher H. Smith", "party": "Republican", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), the founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Caucus, welcomed U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s announcement of the 16 winners of the LymeX Visible Voices Prize, including YMD from Lakewood Township.\n\nSmith noted that one of the winners, YMD—based in his congressional district in Lakewood, NJ—created a card that allows patients to organize their symptom histories, enabling them to better communicate their experiences to their clinicians.\n\n“I want to extend my congratulations and thanks to all the winners of the LymeX Visible Voices Prize for their outstanding submissions—including and especially NJ-04’s very own, YMD,” said Smith. “The initiatives launched by this effort will help public to identify and prevent tick bites, as well as empower physicians to better treat patients with Lyme and other tick-borne diseases.”\n\nThe Lyme X Visible Voices Prize—a competition sponsored by the LymeX Innovation Accelerator, a public private partnership between HHS and the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation—challenged participants to develop creative ways to improve understanding and visibility of Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases.\n\nThe winning submissions—which include educational resources for care providers, as well as interactive educational platforms for the general public—will each receive a share of the $250,000 total prize amount. For their impressive invention, YMD received an “Impact Award,” valued at $10,000.\n\n“The LymeX Innovation Accelerator has been a key source of innovation in our fight against Lyme disease. By engaging a variety of private and public sector stakeholders to advance diagnostics and treatments, we get closer to our ultimate goal of finding a lasting cure for Lyme disease,” noted Smith, who has previously secured millions of dollars in federal funding for the continuation of the program.\n\n“It is time for Congress to follow Secretary Kennedy’s example and codify the LymeX program, ensuring sustained funding for future breakthroughs,” he continued.\n\nSmith is the author of the LymeX Authorization Act (HR 7482), which would codify and authorize $5 million towards the LymeX Innovation Accelerator. Since its establishment in 2018, LymeX has played a critical role in advancing federal research for patient-centered Lyme treatments and diagnostics.\n\nIn January of last year, LymeX completed its third phase, which saw six teams plan and present their clinical performance studies and publicize their diagnostic tests. A total of five winning teams received a share of the total Phase 3 award of $2.1 million.\n\nIn March, LymeX commenced its fourth phase, wherein teams will submit summary papers on their study results and commercialization plans. Phase 4 winners can expect to receive a share of the corresponding $3 million dedicated to this stage.\n\nIn December of 2025, Smith attended and served as a key panelist at the HHS’ Lyme Disease Roundtable, where Secretary Kennedy announced the $10 million renewal of the LymeX Innovation Accelerator.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-ciscomani-champions-clean-energy-investment-kitt-solar-project", "title": "Congressman Ciscomani Champions Clean Energy Investment at Kitt Solar Project in Eloy", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://ciscomani.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "ciscomani.house.gov", "scraper": "ciscomani", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001133", "name": "Juan Ciscomani", "party": "Republican", "state": "AZ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Eloy, AZ - Congressman Juan Ciscomani recently toured the Kitt Solar project currently under construction in Eloy, underscoring his commitment to advancing Arizona’s energy future. The Congressman highlighted the project as a model for supporting American energy production and driving economic growth in local communities across Southern Arizona, including Eloy. Once complete, Kitt Solar will deliver up to 100 megawatts of clean electricity paired with advanced battery storage, enough to power approximately 32,000 Arizona homes. The project supported nearly 500 well-paying jobs at peak construction earlier this year, while boosting business for local restaurants, markets, and small businesses throughout Eloy.\n\n\"Arizona’s energy needs are growing rapidly, and projects like Kitt Solar are essential to meeting that demand while creating good-paying jobs and attracting investment to our communities,\" said Congressman Juan Ciscomani. \"It was inspiring to witness the progress underway in Eloy and to learn about the opportunities this project brings to local families. In Congress, I have worked to protect the incentives that make initiatives like Kitt Solar possible. We need an all-of-the-above approach that keeps energy affordable, reliable, and made in America.\"\n\nCiscomani has been a vocal advocate for protecting domestic energy production of all kinds and ensuring American businesses have the certainty to invest and expand. During the debate on the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, he signed multiple letters to Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith and House leadership, urging them to safeguard clean energy tax incentives and prevent abrupt disruptions that could hinder growth.\n\nIn Congress, Ciscomani also spearheaded efforts to support American energy production and strengthen domestic manufacturing, particularly for battery storage components. His advocacy helped preserve critical incentives that benefit projects like Kitt Solar, which utilizes federal tax credits for its battery systems and the overall project. Earlier this year, the Congressman was awarded the American Energy Champion Award by the American Energy Alliance for his all-of-the-above energy approach.\n\n\"We are proud to bring the Kitt Solar project to Eloy and invest in the community and Arizona’s energy future,\" said Antonia Castro-Graham, Senior Vice President of Policy & Regulatory Affairs at Avantus. \"We were glad to welcome Congressman Ciscomani to see firsthand the impact this project is having, from nearly 500 construction jobs to decades of local tax revenue. Kitt Solar exemplifies how clean energy investment delivers lasting benefits to local communities and helps meet the rising demand for reliable electricity.\"\n\nArizona’s continued growth relies on robust energy infrastructure to support new homes, businesses, and industries. Investments in energy generation and storage are vital to meeting these needs. Projects like Kitt Solar are expanding the resources necessary for Southern Arizona’s future and bringing new economic opportunities to communities like Eloy.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://deluzio.house.gov/media/press-releases/thirty-armed-services-democrats-veterans-raise-alarm-over-march-attack-nsa", "title": "Thirty Armed Services Democrats, Veterans, Raise Alarm Over March Attack on NSA Bahrain, Pentagon’s Poor Treatment of Evacuated Military Families", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://deluzio.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "deluzio.house.gov", "scraper": "deluzio", "member": {"bioguide_id": "D000530", "name": "Christopher R. Deluzio", "party": "Democrat", "state": "PA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, 30 members of Congress signed on to a letter demanding action and answers from the Pentagon about the poor treatment of military servicemembers and their families who were evacuated from Naval Support Activity Bahrain (NSA Bahrain) in March 2026.\n\nThis letter comes after MS NOW reported on the details of a hasty and traumatic evacuation from NSA Bahrain in March, noting that many military family members have been living out of hotels and short-term rentals and are being required to pay out of pocket to cover these expenses. The letter demands that the Department of Defense right this wrong and support these evacuated military families.\n\nThe members of Congress also asked the Secretary how much it would cost to repair the severe damage to NSA Bahrain and how the incapacitation of the base has impacted U.S. operations in the Iran War and the wider Middle East.\n\nThe letter is co-led by Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Congressman Pat Ryan (NY-18), and Senator Richard Blumenthal (CT). The letter signatories are members of the House Armed Services Committee, the Senate Armed Services Committee, or are members of the Democratic Veterans Caucus.\n\nThe letter reads, “President Trump launched the Iran War on February 28th before evacuating the roughly 8,300 military personnel, DoD civilians, and their families stationed at NSA Bahrain. Families were authorized to evacuate only after the war started, subjecting them to the Iranian retaliatory strikes that heavily damaged the base. Since March, these evacuees have been under constant emotional, financial, and psychological stress... While the Department of Defense has provided safe haven entitlements to offset the cost of living for evacuees, this funding is scheduled to be terminated in November or after the 180th day of receiving the entitlement, before many have found permanent housing and transportation.”\n\nThe members continue, “Because NSA Bahrain was a critical logistics hub for U.S. Central Command, we require a better understanding of how the severe damage to the base has impacted U.S. operations… We have significant concerns about the morale and welfare of the troops deployed to the region, especially in light of the reporting on the conditions onboard the USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln, which both served record breaking deployments.”\n\nSpecifically, the members requested answers by November 13, 2026 to the following questions:\n\nWhy was the Navy’s request to extend the safe haven entitlements for evacuees denied?\n\nWho made this decision?\n\nWhy are safe haven entitlements for evacuees being terminated before the arrival of household goods?\n\nWhat will the Department of Defense do to ensure that evacuees from NSA Bahrain are not paying out of pocket for living expenses incurred by the evacuation?\n\nWhat processes, if any, are in place for evacuees to receive reimbursement for expenses incurred, and how many reimbursement cases are pending?\n\nGiven the damage to NSA Bahrain, which logistic hub (or hubs) has the Department of Defense been using amidst the Iran War?\n\nWhat has been the operational impact of the loss of NSA Bahrain?\n\nDoes the Department of Defense intend to repair and rebuild NSA Bahrain?\n\nIf so, how much is the expected cost for such work?\n\nWhat is the financial cost of the damage to NSA Bahrain?\n\nThe House signatories of the letter are: Reps. Chris Deluzio (PA-17, co-lead), Pat Ryan (NY-18, co-lead), Wesley Bell (MO-01), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Gil Cisneros (CA-31), Herb Conaway (NJ-03), Joe Courtney (CT-02), Jason Crow (CO-06), Sarah Elfreth (MD-03), John Garamendi (CA-08), Maggie Goodlander (NH-02), Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Bill Keating (MA-09), Ro Khanna (CA-17), Ted Lieu (CA-36), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Adam Smith (WA-09), Eric Sorensen (IL-17), Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Mike Thompson (CA-04), Derek Tran (CA-45), Eugene Vindman (VA-07), and George Whitesides (CA-27).\n\nThe Senate signatories of the letter are: Sens. Richard Blumenthal (CT, co-lead), Tammy Duckworth (IL), Kirstin Gillibrand (NY), Mazie Hirono (HI), Jacky Rosen (NV), Elizabeth Warren (MA).\n\nThe full text of the letter is below and is linked here.\n\nDear Secretary Hegseth:\n\nWe write to raise concern over reporting that servicemembers and their families are continuing to face significant hardship following their evacuation from Naval Support Activity Bahrain (NSA Bahrain) in March this year. Additionally, we seek to better understand how the incapacitation of NSA Bahrain has impacted U.S. operations in the Iran War and the broader Middle East. In an August town hall, Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Daryl Caudle, said that the Navy would not be using NSA Bahrain for the foreseeable future. This is significant not only for the thousands of servicemembers and their families personally involved, but also because NSA Bahrain is a critical logistics hub that has served as the headquarters for U.S. Naval Forces Central Command and U.S. Navy Fifth Fleet since 1995.\n\nServicemembers and Their Families are Not Receiving Adequate Support\n\nAs you know, President Trump launched the Iran War on February 28th before evacuating the roughly 8,300 military personnel, DoD civilians, and their families stationed at NSA Bahrain. Families were authorized to evacuate only after the war started, subjecting them to the Iranian retaliatory strikes that heavily damaged the base. Since March, these evacuees have been under constant emotional, financial, and psychological stress. Some have had to move across continents, stay in temporary lodging for months, enroll their children in a new school mid-year, pay out of pocket for significant costs associated with a move and more, all often without access to belongings they were forced to leave behind. While the Department of Defense has provided safe haven entitlements to offset the cost of living for evacuees, this funding is scheduled to be terminated in November or after the 180th day of receiving the entitlement, before many have found permanent housing and transportation.\n\nIn a recent town hall, Navy officials relayed that your Department of Defense leadership had denied a request to extend the safe haven entitlements, and that each evacuee had to seek individual approval from the Acting Secretary of the Navy. This is unacceptable. To make matters worse, the signing of a lease is being used as a triggering event for termination of the safe haven entitlement. This is bad policy. Although a family may have signed a lease for a permanent residence, they may still have to use a rental vehicle or stay in temporary lodging while they wait for their household goods to arrive from overseas. Requiring servicemembers to pay out of pocket for expenses that were forced upon them by your mismanagement of the Iran War is wrong. You must fix this.\n\nLoss of NSA Bahrain and U.S. Presence in the Middle East\n\nAs the Iran War reaches the ninth month, our constituents have expressed increasing concern about the cost of the conflict and the lack of transparency surrounding U.S. operations and strategic goals in the region. Because NSA Bahrain was a critical logistics hub for U.S. Central Command, we require a better understanding of how the severe damage to the base has impacted U.S. operations. In August, the New York Times reported that the U.S Navy is now resupplying from Diego Garcia, an island in the Indian Ocean 2,200 miles away from the Persian Gulf. We have significant concerns about the morale and welfare of the troops deployed to the region, especially in light of the reporting on the conditions onboard the USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln, which both served record breaking deployments.\n\nIn executing the Congress’s oversight authority under Article I of the Constitution, we request answers to the following questions by November 13, 2026.\n\nWhy was the Navy’s request to extend the safe haven entitlements for evacuees denied?\n\nWho made this decision?\n\nWhy are safe haven entitlements for evacuees being terminated before the arrival of household goods?\n\nWhat will the Department of Defense do to ensure that evacuees from NSA Bahrain are not paying out of pocket for living expenses incurred by the evacuation?\n\nWhat processes, if any, are in place for evacuees to receive reimbursement for expenses incurred, and how many reimbursement cases are pending?\n\nGiven the damage to NSA Bahrain, which logistic hub (or hubs) has the Department of Defense been using amidst the Iran War?\n\nWhat has been the operational impact of the loss of NSA Bahrain?\n\nDoes the Department of Defense intend to repair and rebuild NSA Bahrain?\n\nIf so, how much is the expected cost for such work?\n\nWhat is the financial cost of the damage to NSA Bahrain?\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://dondavis.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-davis-announces-26-million-va-award-eastern-carolina-state", "title": "Congressman Davis Announces $2.6 Million VA Award for Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Expansion", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://dondavis.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "dondavis.house.gov", "scraper": "dondavis", "member": {"bioguide_id": "D000230", "name": "Donald G. Davis", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NC", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $2,613,394 to support the expansion of the Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Goldsboro.\n\n“Such a historic investment in the Veterans Cemetery Grants Program will help to expand the Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, allowing more veterans to be laid to rest closer to home,” said Congressman Don Davis.\n\nAs a former U.S. Air Force mortuary officer, Congressman Davis remains committed to the support of our veterans, our military families, and the resources and programs available to them. “Our veterans should be able to receive the final honor they so rightfully deserve. They stood for America. We owe them and their families the honor, respect, and dignity they have earned,” Davis added.\n\nThe Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery is one of 21 cemeteries across the country that will receive VA cemetery grants in Fiscal Year 2026. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will also reimburse the cost of pre-placed crypts and their delivery to the cemetery up to $2,878.\n\nThe Veterans Cemetery Grants Program is used by states, territories, and Native American tribes to establish, expand, improve, and maintain veterans cemeteries across the country. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs awarded a record $106.5 million in grants through the program in Fiscal Year 2026.\n\nCongressman Don Davis is a 1994 U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and a U.S. Air Force veteran. He serves as the vice ranking member of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, where he serves on the Readiness and Tactical Air and Land Forces subcommittees.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-02T13:06:47Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-02T13:07:30Z"}
{"url": "https://finstad.house.gov/2026/11/02/finstad-helps-secure-over-10-million-for-red-wing-port-authority-and-red-wing-grain/", "title": "Finstad Helps Secure Over $10 Million for Red Wing Port Authority and Red Wing Grain", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://finstad.house.gov/media", "domain": "finstad.house.gov", "scraper": "finstad", "member": {"bioguide_id": "F000475", "name": "Brad Finstad", "party": "Republican", "state": "MN", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) helped secure $10,161,985 from the Maritime Administration’s Port Infrastructure Development Program for Red Wing Port Authority and Red Wing Grain, LLC. The more than $10 million in funding will help replace aging barge infrastructure and support needed upgrades to improve efficiency and loading speeds for corn and soybeans. Congressman Finstad sent a letter to U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy in May expressing his support for the City of Red Wing and Red Wing Grain, LLC’s grant application and advocating for this important project.\n\nRed Wing Grain purchases corn and soybeans from more than 1,200 producers within a 60- to 115-mile radius of Red Wing and ships over 500 river barges of grain annually to global markets through the Gulf of America. This investment is a part of a greater $498 million investment in modernizing America’s ports and helping secure America’s maritime dominance by the Trump administration.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases/gallagher-demands-accountability-following-audit-exposing-billions-questionable-medi-cal-billing", "title": "Gallagher Demands Accountability Following Audit Exposing Billions in Questionable Medi-Cal Billing", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gallagher.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "gallagher.house.gov", "scraper": "gallagher", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000607", "name": "James Gallagher", "party": "Republican", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman James Gallagher (CA-01) joined Congressman Jay Obernolte (CA-23) and fellow members of California's congressional delegation in demanding answers from the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) following a troubling state audit that revealed significant failures in oversight of the state's Medi-Cal program.\n\nIn a letter to DHCS Director Michelle Baass, the lawmakers raised serious concerns about California's failure to investigate thousands of providers flagged for potentially improper billing and recover hundreds of millions of dollars in overpayments. The findings raise questions about the state's management of taxpayer funds intended to provide health care to millions of vulnerable Californians.\n\nAccording to an October 15 report from the California State Auditor, DHCS identified approximately 28,000 Medi-Cal providers as high risk for potentially improper billing during fiscal year 2024–2025. Despite these warning signs, the department had not initiated referrals or investigations for more than 26,000 of those providers, which collectively accounted for at least $12 billion in Medi-Cal services.\n\nThe audit also found that DHCS identified more than $2 billion in provider overpayments between fiscal years 2020 and 2025, approximately $300 million of which remain unrecovered.\n\n“California taxpayers are pouring billions of dollars into Medi-Cal, and they deserve to know that money is being spent responsibly, not lost to fraud, waste, and bad oversight,” said Congressman Gallagher. “The State Auditor’s findings raise serious questions about why thousands of high-risk providers went without further investigation and why hundreds of millions of dollars in overpayments remain unrecovered. We cannot afford to ignore these warning signs. Period. Medi-Cal must protect the vulnerable Californians who depend on it, and that starts with holding the system accountable, rooting out fraud, and ensuring taxpayer dollars go toward legitimate patient care.”\n\nThe audit's findings come as California faces additional federal scrutiny over its management of Medi-Cal. On October 20, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it would defer an additional $1.2 billion in federal Medicaid payments to California over concerns about documentation supporting certain program expenditures.\n\nThe lawmakers are requesting information about DHCS's efforts to strengthen oversight of Medi-Cal, investigate potentially fraudulent billing practices, and recover improper payments.\n\n“Medi-Cal provides critical care to millions of Californians, and every dollar lost to fraud is a dollar that is not available to help our most vulnerable citizens access the care they need,” said Congressman Obernolte. “California taxpayers deserve to know that their money is being used wisely and appropriately. Stronger oversight is necessary to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse while protecting the patients who depend on this critical program.”\n\nGallagher joined Representatives Ken Calvert (CA-41), Tom McClintock (CA-05), David Valadao (CA-22), Young Kim (CA-40), and Vince Fong (CA-20) in signing the letter led by Obernolte.\n\nThe lawmakers are calling for greater transparency and stronger accountability to protect taxpayer dollars while preserving access to care for Californians who rely on Medi-Cal.\n\nRead the full letter HERE.\n\n###\n\nClick the link here to subscribe to Rep. Gallagher’s eNewsletter!\n\nRep. James Gallagher | 408 Cannon House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515 US", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-vicente-gonzalez-delivers-800000-safer-streets-improved-trauma", "title": "Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Delivers $800,000 for Safer Streets, Improved Trauma Response to Roadway Crashes", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gonzalez.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "gonzalez.house.gov", "scraper": "gonzalez", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000581", "name": "Vicente Gonzalez", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Contact: Alexis Torres\n\nWashington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) announced $800,000 in federal funding for the Rio Grande Valley Regional Advisory Council on Trauma, Service Area V to save lives by reducing the risk of serious injuries on roadways across Cameron, Willacy, Hidalgo and Starr Counties. The funds, allocated through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All program, will be used to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan focused on post-crash care and to conduct training at Regional Medical Operations Centers. This work will include regional coordination planning, performance analysis, and piloting real-time trauma resource and prehospital whole blood monitoring technology to improve EMS routing, resource visibility, and survivability.\n\n“Safer streets require stronger investments in our communities. Today’s announcement gives our trauma centers additional resources and support to deliver the best possible care in life-or-death situations where every second matters,” said Congressman Gonzalez. “Since being elected to Congress, I have brought down nearly $8 billion in federal funding to our region, and I will continue working with our federal and local partners to build on these investments to create a better future for South Texas families.\n\nToday’s announcement was made possible by Congressman Gonzalez’s support of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was enacted in 2021, and authorized $5 billion in appropriated funds over five years (2022-2026) to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injury. The Rio Grande Valley Trauma Regional Advisory Council is committed to improving specialized healthcare to South Texans through education, outreach, collaboration and communication. Trauma Service Area V consists of the four counties, Cameron, Willacy, Hidalgo and Starr, located at the southernmost tip of Texas. There are 13 hospitals in the region and 12 of which serve as trauma-designated facilities.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/photo-release-josh-on-the-job-gottheimer-visits-river-road-hot-bagels-in-fair-lawn", "title": "PHOTO RELEASE: “Josh on the Job” — Gottheimer Visits River Road Hot Bagels in Fair Lawn", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/press", "domain": "gottheimer.house.gov", "scraper": "gottheimer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000583", "name": "Josh Gottheimer", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Above: Gottheimer with staff at River Road Hot Bagels.\n\nFAIR LAWN, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited River Road Hot Bagels in Fair Lawn to meet with local owners and employees, working alongside their team and hearing first-hand from Jersey customers as part of his “Josh on the Job” series highlighting locally owned small businesses across northern New Jersey.\n\n“Small businesses like River Road Hot Bagels are the backbone of our economy and the heart of our communities,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). “They’re up early every morning serving Jersey families, and they deserve a partner in Washington who’s fighting to lower costs, cut red tape, and help them grow. I had a great time getting behind the counter with this team, and I’ll keep showing up to hear directly from the workers, owners, and customers who keep Fair Lawn running.”\n\nGottheimer regularly visits small businesses and franchises across New Jersey’s Fifth District as part of his Josh on the Job series to hear directly from workers, owners, and customers about the issues impacting their jobs and communities.\n\nBelow: Gottheimer with staff at River Road Hot Bagels.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/release-gottheimer-claws-back-450k-from-washington-for-englewoods-dispatch-and-emergency-management-center", "title": "RELEASE: Gottheimer Claws Back $450K from Washington for Englewood’s Dispatch and Emergency Management Center", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/press", "domain": "gottheimer.house.gov", "scraper": "gottheimer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000583", "name": "Josh Gottheimer", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Above: Gottheimer announces clawed-back funds in Englewood for Dispatch and Emergency Management Center.\n\nENGLEWOOD, NJ — Today, Monday, November 2, 2026, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced that he secured $450,000 in federal funding from Washington for the City of Englewood to invest in the completion of its new Dispatch and Emergency Management Center.\n\nWatch full remarks here and facility tour footage here.\n\n“This funding finishes the construction and fits out the technology, so this center can go live. That means the police chief, the fire chief, and our other partners can sit together and run the response to a major storm, fire, or other incident,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5).\n\nThe funding will complete construction of the center and fit it out with the technology it needs to go live. Once operational, police, fire, EMS, and city officials will be able to work off the same information in real time during a major storm, fire, or evacuation, with the people making decisions in the same room as the people talking to units on the ground.\n\nSince coming to Congress, Gottheimer has also clawed back $4,099,061 in federal funding for Englewood’s firefighters, including $739,931 through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program and $3,359,129 through the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program.\n\nGottheimer was joined by Bergen County Commissioner Tracy Zur, Englewood Mayor Michael Wildes, Councilwoman Dr. Lisa Wisotsky, Police Chief Thomas Greeley, Deputy Police Chief Matthew De La Rosa, Fire Chief Jeffrey Kaplan, Deputy Fire Chief Kyle Hummel, and City Manager Robert Hoffmann.\n\nBelow: Gottheimer announces clawed-back funds in Englewood.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://hernandez.house.gov/media/press-releases/comisionado-residente-presenta-comentarios-sobre-las-reglas-propuestas-para-el", "title": "Comisionado Residente presenta comentarios sobre las reglas propuestas para el Censo 2030 y su impacto en Puerto Rico", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://hernandez.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "hernandez.house.gov", "scraper": "hernandez", "member": {"bioguide_id": "H001103", "name": "Pablo José Hernández", "party": "Democrat", "state": "PR", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Caguas, Puerto Rico — El Comisionado Residente Pablo José Hernández presentó comentarios ante el Negociado del Censo de Estados Unidos para advertir sobre los posibles efectos de las reglas propuestas para el Censo 2030 en la contabilización de la población de Puerto Rico y de las comunidades puertorriqueñas en Estados Unidos.\n\nEl 30 de octubre, Hernández firmó junto a otros miembros del Congreso una carta dirigida al Negociado del Censo en la que expresaron su oposición a la propuesta y solicitaron su retiro. La comunicación planteó preocupaciones sobre los nuevos criterios de residencia, el uso de récords administrativos y las restricciones a la recopilación de información sobre raza, origen étnico y orientación sexual. En sus comentarios específicos sobre Puerto Rico, el Comisionado Residente detalla cómo estos cambios podrían afectar el conteo de nuestra población.\n\n“Nos preocupa que esta propuesta limite la información demográfica esencial que se recopila sobre nuestra población. Sin datos precisos, se hace más difícil identificar las necesidades de nuestras comunidades y priorizar lo básico: los servicios, los recursos y la atención que nuestra gente necesita. Por eso, me opuse a esta regla y solicité su retiro”, expresó el Comisionado Residente.\n\nEntre sus señalamientos, Hernández advierte que utilizar únicamente récords contributivos federales podría excluir a residentes bona fide de Puerto Rico que no tienen obligación de radicar una planilla federal. Por ello, plantea considerar también información del Departamento de Hacienda, incluidos los formularios W-2PR. Asimismo, señala que los sistemas automatizados podrían dejar fuera hogares en comunidades rurales cuyas direcciones no siguen los formatos convencionales.\n\nLos comentarios también cuestionan las posibles restricciones a las preguntas sobre raza y origen hispano, cuya información permite identificar a las comunidades puertorriqueñas dentro y fuera de la Isla. Además, señalan la importancia de considerar los movimientos de personas entre Puerto Rico y los estados para evitar que sean omitidas o contadas incorrectamente.\n\nLa importancia de un conteo preciso queda reflejada en los resultados de 2020. Según el propio Negociado del Censo, en el Censo de 2020 se estima que aproximadamente 217,000 residentes de Puerto Rico, equivalentes al 7.1% de la población estimada en hogares, fueron omitidos del conteo.\n\nLos datos del Censo ayudan al Gobierno de Puerto Rico a planificar los servicios que necesitan los municipios y las comunidades, revisar los distritos legislativos y administrar programas federales. Por eso, Hernández plantea que las reglas del Censo 2030 deben evitar que Puerto Rico y su población queden insuficientemente representados en la información oficial.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://houchin.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-houchin-helps-secure-79-million-grant-improve-madison-infrastructure", "title": "ICYMI: Houchin Helps Secure $7.9 Million Grant to Improve Madison Infrastructure Safety", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://houchin.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "houchin.house.gov", "scraper": "houchin", "member": {"bioguide_id": "H001093", "name": "Erin Houchin", "party": "Republican", "state": "IN", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "November 2, 2026\n\nWASHINGTON—Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) helped secure a $7.9 million federal grant to improve the safety and reliability of the Madison Railroad, following her letter of support to Federal Railroad Administration Administrator David Fink on behalf of the City of Madison Port Authority.\n\nThe City of Madison Port Authority was recently awarded a $7,915,813 grant through the Federal Railroad Administration’s Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program. This funding will address critical safety concerns along seven miles of the century-old Madison Railroad, helping preserve and improve a vital piece of infrastructure.\n\n“Indiana is the Crossroads of America, and the Madison Railroad is an important part of the infrastructure that keeps our economy moving,” said Rep. Houchin. “I was proud to support the Madison Port Authority’s application and help bring this significant investment to Madison. This funding will address critical safety needs and help ensure this historic railroad can serve Southern Indiana for another century. I thank Administrator Fink and the Federal Railroad Administration for recognizing the importance of this project.”\n\nBACKGROUND:\n\nLetter from Rep. Houchin to Administrator Fink\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://hoyer.house.gov/media/press-releases/hoyer-statement-beginning-2027-open-enrollment-period", "title": "Hoyer Statement on the Beginning of the 2027 Open Enrollment Period", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://hoyer.house.gov/media", "domain": "hoyer.house.gov", "scraper": "hoyer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "H000874", "name": "Steny H. Hoyer", "party": "Democrat", "state": "MD", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) released the following statement to mark the beginning of the enrollment period for health insurance coverage in 2027:\n\n\"I encourage all Marylanders to visit MarylandHealthConnection.gov to explore their options and enroll in a high-quality, affordable health-care plan that works best for them. Even families with existing plans should visit Maryland Health Connection to review their coverage and ensure that it meets their needs for the coming year.\n\n“Sixteen years ago, I was proud to help to secure House passage of the Affordable Care Act, but that achievement is now once again under threat. Since taking office last year, President Trump and Congressional Republicans have made devastating cuts to health-care access and affordability, gutting over $1 trillion from Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. Presently, millions of Americans are struggling to choose between rising health-care premiums and putting food on the table because of these Republican cuts. With 152,000 Marylanders in jeopardy of losing their coverage by 2028, it is critical, now more than ever, that we work to fix our broken health-care system. If returned to the Majority, House Democrats are committed to expanding access and improving coverage while lowering health-care costs for all Americans.\n\n“Every Marylander ought to be able to access high-qualify and affordable health care, and for many families that begins by visiting MarylandHealthConnection.gov.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://hoyle.house.gov/media/press-releases/oregon-delegation-celebrates-federal-support-for-oregons-hazelnut-seafood-industries", "title": "Oregon Delegation Celebrates Federal Support for Oregon’s Hazelnut, Seafood Industries", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://hoyle.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "hoyle.house.gov", "scraper": "hoyle", "member": {"bioguide_id": "H001094", "name": "Val T. Hoyle", "party": "Democrat", "state": "OR", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington, D.C. – Today, Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley led Oregon Congressional Delegation members—including Senator Ron Wyden and U.S. Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Val Hoyle (OR-04), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), and Janelle Bynum (OR-05)—to announce that after pressure from the delegation, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will purchase hazelnuts and Pacific Whiting fillets under the agency’s Section 32 purchase program. These purchases will benefit communities and rural economies across Oregon by supporting domestic production and distribution of these agricultural goods during periods of significant market disruption and economic uncertainty.\n\n“Our fisheries and farms deliver incredible products all around the world and are the lifeblood of our communities,” said Merkley, who led the Oregon delegation in pressing USDA to include hazelnuts and whiting in its latest food purchase. “This announcement ensures Oregon’s harvesters, processors, and producers will receive critical financial assistance needed to continue operating and providing services here in Oregon and beyond. I am elated the USDA has decided to make these purchases—this is a win for communities across our state.”\n\n“Iconic state industries like agriculture and fishing count on the U.S. Department of Agriculture to do its job and support Oregonians working hard to keep producing their world-class goods,” said Wyden. “I’m glad the full-court press from the delegation has unlocked this win for Oregonians fishing Pacific whiting and growing hazelnuts.”\n\n“Oregonians know that hazelnuts and seafood are some of the state’s most popular and delicious products,” said Bonamici. “Our growers and producers work tirelessly and bolster the local economy. I’m glad the USDA is making this investment.”\n\n“These investments from the USDA will support the people who harvest, process and bring Pacific Whiting fish and hazelnuts to market,” said Hoyle. “By putting Oregon fishermen and farmers first, we’re boosting our coastal and rural economies.\"\n\n“Oregon’s specialty crop growers are the backbone of our economy, but too many are struggling with rising costs and uncertain markets,” said Salinas. “In the Willamette Valley, generations of farmers have depended on the hazelnut industry for their livelihoods. That’s why I joined my colleagues in pushing USDA to purchase Oregon hazelnuts and Pacific whiting. These purchases will provide much-needed support for our growers and fishing communities while putting more Oregon-grown and Oregon-caught food onto kitchen tables. I’m proud we secured this win for Oregon producers, and I’ll keep fighting to make sure our specialty crop farmers have the markets and resources they need to succeed.”\n\n\"Oregon’s farmers and fishermen work hard to feed our communities, and they deserve a federal government that stands behind them,” said Dexter. “Our delegation pushed USDA to act, and these $34 million in purchases will support Oregon’s hazelnut growers and fishermen during a difficult economic stretch. This investment will help sustain local jobs, strengthen rural and coastal economies, and get nutritious food to families who need it.”\n\n“Our farmers are putting in the work every day to keep Oregon families fed,” said Bynum. “And they’re not just helping put food on the table, they’re keeping money with our families, creating good jobs close to home, and giving people what they need to put down roots here in Oregon. Money back in our state and with our farmers is a win-win.”\n\nPreviously, Merkley and the Oregon delegation pressed the USDA to include Pacific whiting and Oregon hazelnuts, which account for 99 percent of hazelnuts produced in the United States, in this year’s Section 32 purchases. Following their efforts, the USDA announced it was purchasing $22 million in hazelnuts and $12 million in Pacific whiting.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://jasonsmith.house.gov/2026/11/02/smith-helps-secure-more-than-12-5-million-to-modernize-rural-health-care-in-missouris-8th-district/", "title": "Smith Helps Secure More Than $12.5 Million to Modernize Rural Health Care in Missouri’s 8th District", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://jasonsmith.house.gov/category/press_release/", "domain": "jasonsmith.house.gov", "scraper": "jasonsmith", "member": {"bioguide_id": "S001195", "name": "Jason Smith", "party": "Republican", "state": "MO", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Trump Administration recently announced more than $12.5 million in federal investment to modernize rural health care services and expand access to care in Missouri’s 8th Congressional District. This funding is part of the Rural Health Transformation Program’s (RHTP) historic $50 billion investment in rural health care which Rep. Jason Smith (MO-08) authored as part of the Working Families Tax Cuts, also known as the One, Big, Beautiful Bill.\n\n“I wrote the Rural Health Transformation Program to benefit Missouri communities. When a rural hospital shuts down back home, that often means losing half a day on the road for a basic scan, mental health appointment, or prenatal checkup,” said Rep. Jason Smith. “We’ve already seen a dozen rural hospitals close across Missouri in the last ten years alone, and I made it my mission to make sure that doesn’t continue. This investment is yet another sign that the program is doing exactly what I intended it to do when I included it in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. I’m thrilled to see this much-needed funding go to several providers back home to improve and protect rural health care across southeast and south central Missouri, and I’ll keep fighting to ensure that our neighbors have access to the care they need and deserve.”\n\n“President Trump understands that every American deserves high-quality healthcare, no matter where they live,” said Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. “We are putting resources directly into rural communities to strengthen the health workforce, modernize infrastructure, expand access, and bring care closer to home. We are giving states the flexibility to build solutions around the people they serve, while demanding accountability for results. That is how we strengthen rural health, improve the lives of patients and families, and Make America Healthy Again.”\n\n“Instead of throwing money at a broken status quo, President Trump’s Rural Health Transformation Program is funding the structural improvements necessary to build stronger, more sustainable rural health systems,” said Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. “These investments are already delivering better access to higher-quality care for rural Missourians, and we look forward to working with state leaders to build on that success over the remaining four years of the program.”\n\n“Every Missourian deserves access to quality healthcare close to home,” said Gov. Mike Kehoe. “These investments will help rural health care providers modernize facilities, expand maternal and behavioral health services, and strengthen access to critical care across our state. By supporting locally driven solutions, we are helping rural communities build a stronger health care system that improves outcomes for Missouri families today and for generations to come.”\n\nBackground:", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://kean.house.gov/media/press-releases/kean-introduces-bill-connect-individuals-disability-services", "title": "Kean Introduces Bill to Connect Individuals to Disability Services", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://kean.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "kean.house.gov", "scraper": "kean", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000398", "name": "Thomas H. Kean, Jr.", "party": "Republican", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "(November 2, 2026) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) introduced the Disability Benefits Guidance Act, a bill to establish an Ombudsman Office for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Their Families. This legislation would provide states money to establish a state office for an Ombudsman for Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families.\n\n“Everyone in the country deserves to have access to the guidance and protection that New Jersey families have,” said Congressman Kean. “Millions of Americans have disabilities and this legislation would ensure that they and their loved ones have the guidance they need to access and receive the services available to them. I am pleased to introduce this legislation and connect people with the help they need.\n\n“At the Child Advocacy Network of Miriam’s Heart, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are passionate about championing our most vulnerable children and families,” said Miriam’s Heart. \"Particularly given the prevalence of individuals with disabilities within the adoption and foster care community, we are encouraged by legislation that seeks to establish an independent Ombudsman, ensuring a trusted voice when the systems responsible for their care and support fall short. This effort, first spearheaded in NJ, will extend protections nationwide. We are hopeful that this meaningful step will open the door to broader, independent oversight and stronger protections so every child can experience the safety, stability, and permanency they deserve.”\n\nBackground:\n\nWhile in the New Jersey Senate, Congressman Kean championed legislation, signed into law by Governor Murphy, establishing an Ombudsman Office to assist individuals with disabilities and their families and help individuals navigate the state’s system of care and work with individuals to identify ways to improve that system of care.\n\nStates, localities, and non-profit organizations already offer support to these individuals through a variety of programs. However, the decentralized nature of these programs can make it difficult for individuals and their families to know the full extent of services available to them. This Ombudsman would use their expertise to help these individuals and families learn about and access these important services in their state and would be tasked with:\n\nServing as a resource for individuals with disabilities and their families, the public, and the media on laws relevant to individuals with disabilities.\n\nProviding information to individuals with disabilities and their families to help them navigate, understand, and obtain services from relevant state agencies.\n\nEnsuring a fair process is followed when individuals with disabilities and their families are resolving disputes with state agencies.\n\nPreparing an annual report that identifies patterns of complaints from individuals with disabilities and recommends changes to state agencies to ensure individuals with disabilities receive appropriate services.\n\nRead the text of the bill HERE.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://kean.house.gov/media/press-releases/kean-introduces-bill-create-new-grants-emergency-medical-services", "title": "Kean Introduces Bill to Create New Grants for Emergency Medical Services", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://kean.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "kean.house.gov", "scraper": "kean", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000398", "name": "Thomas H. Kean, Jr.", "party": "Republican", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "(November 2, 2026) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) introduced the EMS SUPPORT Act of 2026 to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make grants for facility upgrades, equipment, training, or services for EMS personnel.\n\n“During a medical emergency, you deserve the highest level of care from the most qualified first responders with the best possible resources,” said Congressman Kean. “That is why I introduced the EMS SUPPORT Act to create a grant program and ensure that EMTs have the training and tools that they need to help individuals when they need it most.”\n\n“As both a Town of Clinton Councilman and Trustee of South Branch Emergency Services, I have seen firsthand the growing challenges facing emergency medical services across New Jersey and throughout our country,” said Clinton Councilman Ross Traphagen. “Our EMS agencies are being asked to respond to more emergencies than ever before, while struggling with rising operational costs, staffing shortages, and the financial burden of maintaining lifesaving equipment and ambulances. I strongly support Congressman Tom Kean Jr.’s EMS SUPPORT Act because it recognizes that reliable emergency medical services are not a luxury - they are an essential public service. By creating new federal funding opportunities for staffing, training, equipment, and infrastructure, this legislation would provide meaningful support to the men and women who answer the call when our communities need them most, while helping ease the financial pressure on local taxpayers. Every resident deserves to know that when they dial 911, a trained EMS crew will be there. This legislation is an important step toward ensuring that our EMS organizations have the resources they need to continue saving lives for generations to come.”\n\n“As a councilman and volunteer EMT of nearly 40 years, I understand personally how our nation’s EMS system needs support,” said Bridgewater Councilman Tim Ring. “This legislation that creates a grant program specifically for them is an important step forward in ensuring they have the funding they need to take care of our communities. I am deeply appreciative of Congressman Kean for always listening to his constituents, advocating on our behalf, and working to support emergency medical services and first responders across the country.”\n\nIn 2024, Congressman Kean’s bill, the Fire Grants and Safety Act, was signed into law. The Fire Grants and Safety Act provided a five-year reauthorization for the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), the Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) Program, and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant (SAFER) Program.\n\nCongressman Kean has secured nearly $22 million for first responders in New Jersey Seventh Congressional District through the Community Project Funding process.\n\nRead the bill text HERE.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://kean.house.gov/media/press-releases/kean-secures-more-55-million-federal-funding-warren-county", "title": "Kean Secures More Than $5.5 Million in Federal Funding for Warren County", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://kean.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "kean.house.gov", "scraper": "kean", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000398", "name": "Thomas H. Kean, Jr.", "party": "Republican", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "(November 2, 2026) WARREN COUNTY, NJ – Last week, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) visited four Community Project Funding sites in Warren County. Since taking office in 2023, he has secured more than $5.5 million in federal funding for projects across the county.\n\n“From first responders to students to families, I am always fighting for Warren County,” said Congressman Kean. “The federal funding I secured across these projects will work to increase public safety, both in schools and communities at large, as well as foster the heart of Warren County, agriculture. I will continue to advocate for the residents of Warren County and New Jersey’s Seventh Congressional District.\"\n\n“Today was a great day for Warren County. I want to thank Congressman Kean, who has been so successful at bringing federal tax dollars back to Warren County,” said Warren County Commissioner Director Lori Ciesla. “Our priorities have become his priorities, and he has delivered a tremendous amount for our county and our local communities. These projects will provide crucial services and couldn't have happened without the Congressman's leadership.”\n\n“I want to thank Congressman Tom Kean Jr. for the work he does every day to make sure Warren County’s needs are heard and our communities have a strong advocate in Washington,” said Warren County Commissioner James R. Kern III. “Securing federal support takes persistence, careful preparation, and close work with local partners. These investments will strengthen public safety, expand educational and workforce opportunities, and improve quality of life across Warren County. They will provide law enforcement and emergency responders with important resources and opportunities to prepare for the demands of their work, while supporting education and career development in agriculture. We are grateful to the Congressman and his staff who worked to bring this funding home.”\n\nKean Delivers $97,607 to Greenwich Township for School Resource Officer Vehicle and Equipment\n\nGreenwich Township will purchase a police vehicle to be utilized by the Township’s school resource officer to better ensure a safe, secure, and supportive school environment.\n\n“Congressman Kean is always accessible to us, he always responds to us, and he always personally answers our calls,” said Greenwich Township Mayor Robert Barsony. “I thank him for bringing Greenwich this funding and appreciate everything he does for us.”\n\n“I want to thank the Township, the Congressman, and the entire committee,” said School Resource Officer Kate Proscia-Berger. “I love the opportunity to be able to serve as school resource officer between both the elementary and middle school. It’s a pleasure every day to be able to make sure that I do anything I can to help keep these students safe.”\n\nKean Delivers $979,000 to Warren County Community College for the Agricultural Education and Training Center\n\nThis federal funding will be used to renovate the Center’s facilities to serve as a location for training students on vocational agriculture and culinary studies. This provides for workforce development opportunities and local economic growth, spurs innovation, opens the door to educational access, and broadens community engagement.\n\n“Congressman Kean and I have worked together to deliver for Warren County, and this nearly $979,000 in federal funding for the Community College’s Agricultural Education and Training Center is a perfect example of that partnership,” said New Jersey State Senator Doug Steinhardt. “Agriculture is the backbone of our local economy and way of life, and improving these facilities so students get real hands-on training in vocational agriculture and culinary skills will strengthen that tradition while building a skilled workforce right here at home. I’m glad to stand with Congressman Kean as he brings these federal dollars back to our community where they’ll make a lasting difference for our students, our farms, and our future.”\n\n“In many ways, food is an economic development activity. It’s a national security issue. The ability to create our own food here in Warren County for our residents is especially important,” said WCCC President Dr. Will Austin. “The Congressman has worked tirelessly for us, and he’s made a real difference in our community on projects like this one, which we’ve been working on since he was first elected. I thank the Congressman sincerely and admire everything he’s done for us.”\n\nKean Secures $750,000 for Warren County Law Enforcement Emergency Services Training Center\n\nThe funding will be used for the construction of a new Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Training Center to meet the ever increasing training demands upon Police, Fire and EMS service providers in Warren County. The lack of a suitable and centralized location for hosting the necessary classes places a hardship on planners, instructors, and attendees alike. The new facility will include both classroom space and training areas for multiple modes of training and hands-on activity.\n\n“This is something that’s long overdue in Warren County,” said Christopher Jones, President of the Warren County Police Chief's Association. “Public safety is one big collaborative effort, and in order for us to handle situations properly, we have to make sure we’re trained properly. With a facility like this, the training will be going to the next level. Thank you to the Congressman for his support and partnership.”\n\nKean Secures $656,406 for Hope Township Fire Engine Truck Replacement\n\nThe funding will be used to purchase a new fire engine for the Hope Township Volunteer Fire Department. Replacing the current engine, which is approximately 20 years old, is essential to maintaining dependable fire emergency response capabilities and protecting the residents of Hope. A new fire engine will improve reliability, reduce out-of-service time, enhance firefighter safety, and strengthen the Township’s capacity to respond to fires and other emergencies.\n\n“On behalf of all the residents of Hope Township, I want to thank Congressman Tom Kean for selecting Hope Township as one of the projects from within his district for funding in the federal budget,” said Hope Township Mayor Timothy McDonough. “The funding will be going toward a new fire truck which we desperately need.”\n\nIn addition to these four projects, Congressman Kean has secured more than $3 million for Warren County through the Community Project Funding process.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/cnmi-fishermen-and-farmers-eligible-usda-diesel-fuel-relief-aid", "title": "CNMI Fishermen and Farmers eligible for USDA Diesel Fuel Relief Aid", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced $8 billion to provide one-time payments to fishermen and farmers to provide monetary relief from increased diesel fuel prices. CNMI fishermen and farmers, along with those from other U.S. territories, will be eligible to apply for relief under a special formula. To be considered, producers from the CNMI and other U.S. territories are encouraged to provide data on increased fuel costs to HarvestFuel@usda.gov, which they will then consider in determining reimbursement rates. Once those rates are determined, producers can then apply for cost reimbursement. Payment rates for their commodities will be set after USDA’s November payments for mainland staple crops.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/faa-gateways-internship-program", "title": "FAA Gateways Internship Program", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "We would like to introduce this exciting internship opportunity for students and veterans in the CNMI! The Federal Aviation Administration has opened applications through the FAA Gateways Internship Program. Applications are now open and will close on November 4, 2026, or once the FAA receives 700 applications. We strongly encourage interested candidates to apply promptly via USAJOBS at the following link: Apply Now For The Gateways Intern Program.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/fema-awards-279000-emergency-power-tinian-fire-station", "title": "FEMA Awards $279,000 for Emergency Power at Tinian Fire Station", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Reliable emergency power is essential for emergency responders, especially when typhoons disrupt electricity across our islands. Through FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Tinian Department of Fire and EMS Station #7 will receive $279,548 in federal funding, covering 100% of the project cost, to install a generator and above-ground fuel storage tank. Funded under FEMA’s disaster recovery efforts following Super Typhoon Yutu, this investment will help the station maintain critical operations during power outages and strengthen Tinian’s emergency response capabilities. Keeping our first responders equipped and ready is an important part of protecting our communities.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/grace-christian-academy-campus-outreach", "title": "Grace Christian Academy Campus Outreach", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "This Monday, our outreach team completed their final school visit on Saipan at Grace Christian Academy. We were honored to visit and share about the programs our office offers to students such as Service Academy Nominations, Congressional Art Competition, Congressional App Challenge, and internships. We would like to thank Grace Christian Academy for allowing us to share with our students! Go Eagles!", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/more-13-million-fema-funding-cuc-emergency-generator-support", "title": "More Than $1.3 Million in FEMA Funding for CUC Emergency Generator Support", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The Commonwealth Utilities Corporation (CUC) has received $1,308,655.88 in federal funding to support emergency generator operations following Super Typhoon Sinlaku. This includes $1,059,132.68 for emergency protective measures and an additional $249,523.20 to fund the use of temporary generators to help maintain essential services and reduce immediate threats to public health, safety, and property. Both awards are funded at 100% by FEMA under Section 403 of the Stafford Act, with no local cost share required. Reliable power is critical to our communities, especially in the aftermath of a disaster, and this assistance helps CUC respond to urgent needs while supporting the Commonwealth’s recovery.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/responding-suspension-evs-tap", "title": "Responding to the Suspension of EVS-TAP", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Last week, the Department of Homeland Security announced the suspension of the CNMI Economic Vitality and Security Travel Authorization Program (EVS-TAP), adding another challenge to an already struggling tourism industry. With visitor arrivals declining and our businesses and families facing increasing economic pressure, the consequences of a prolonged suspension could be significant. Immediately following the announcement, I spoke directly with the White House, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, and House leadership about the suspension and the urgency of restoring the program. Secretary Mullin personally assured me that he would work with the CNMI to understand and address the concerns that led to the decision. I also wrote to President Trump requesting his personal intervention and an expedited review involving DHS, the Department of the Interior, and the Commonwealth government. EVS-TAP was established during his first administration, and I believe there is a path to resolving the outstanding concerns and restoring the program. Already, I have spoken with senior leaders in both the administration and Congress about the critical condition of the CNMI economy and the role the federal government has in preventing its collapse. Our tourism industry, government revenues, and the livelihoods of our people are all connected, and federal decisions affecting our economy must take those consequences seriously. EVS-TAP remains suspended, and there are procedures for addressing the security and law enforcement concerns that may arise under the program. My immediate priority is working with our federal partners to resolve the outstanding issues and secure its resumption as quickly as possible. There is a great deal at stake for our Commonwealth, and I will continue pressing for the urgency our situation demands.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/rota-mayors-office-receives-320000-fema-funding-equipment", "title": "Rota Mayor’s Office Receives $320,000 in FEMA Funding for Equipment", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Rota’s recovery efforts continue with $320,680 in FEMA funding approved for the Rota Mayor’s Office to purchase equipment under an alternate project following Typhoon Mawar. This $427,574 project is funded through FEMA’s Public Assistance Program under Section 406 of the Stafford Act, with the federal government covering 75% of the cost. This investment will help strengthen the Mayor’s Office’s resources and support its ability to serve the people of Rota.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/supporting-higher-education-and-workforce-development", "title": "Supporting Higher Education and Workforce Development", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "On Tuesday, we welcomed Northern Marianas College Interim President Frankie Eliptico and members of the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO), Christen Whitfield, Rob Andersen, and Tom Harnisch, to the Saipan district office. SHEEO advocates for state-level leadership in higher education policy and connects state higher education systems with the federal government. The organization has represented NMC’s interests for more than a decade. NMC was recently selected as one of only eight institutions nationwide to receive a highly competitive grant to help implement Workforce Pell programs, expanding opportunities for students to gain skills for in-demand careers. Congratulations to President Eliptico for your outstanding leadership and to the entire NMC team for your dedication to strengthening higher education opportunities and creating pathways to success for students across the Marianas.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/vcu-students-study-cnmis-resilience-and-recovery", "title": "VCU Students Study the CNMI’s Resilience and Recovery", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), through its Institute for Sustainable Energy and Environment, brought students to Saipan, Tinian, and Guam to study how territorial governance, disaster recovery, and environmental challenges affect island communities. Working alongside students from the University of Guam, they explored issues ranging from typhoon recovery and clean energy to food security and deep-sea mining, with the goal of better understanding these challenges and informing future solutions. Having grown up in the CNMI, I know our islands are more than just a place on the map. They are home to resilient people who continue to rebuild after devastating storms, including Super Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi. We’re glad to see these students come to Saipan and Tinian to listen to our people and see firsthand the realities our communities face. We hope their research brings greater attention to the CNMI’s needs and reminds more Americans that our islands have valuable lessons to share with the rest of our nation.\n\nImage", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media/newsletters/working-navy-leadership-cnmis-economic-and-infrastructure-needs", "title": "Working with Navy Leadership on the CNMI’s Economic and Infrastructure Needs", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://king-hinds.house.gov/media", "domain": "king-hinds.house.gov", "scraper": "king-hinds", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000404", "name": "Kimberlyn King-Hinds", "party": "Republican", "state": "MP", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The economic challenges facing our Commonwealth have become increasingly urgent, and I have been working to make sure our federal partners understand what is at stake for our people and for the United States' long-term presence in the Pacific. On Tuesday, I met with Admiral Mietus to discuss the worsening economic conditions in the CNMI, including the impact of declining tourism, rising utility costs, and the recent suspension of EVS-TAP. We talked about the need for a coordinated federal response and the importance of recognizing that a strong local economy is essential to supporting our nation's defense interests in the Marianas. The following day, we continued those conversations with Admiral Mietus and Andy Weedon, Director of Policy and Strategy for the Secretary of the Navy, alongside Governor Apatang. Our discussions focused on infrastructure investments that could benefit both our communities and the military, including improvements to our power systems, airports, and harbors on Saipan, Tinian, and Rota. We also discussed opportunities to move priority projects forward through federal infrastructure programs and the importance of keeping our agencies working together to turn these discussions into actual investments. I appreciate Admiral Mietus and Director Weedon taking the time to engage with us on these issues and see the challenges facing our islands firsthand. There is a great deal of work ahead, and I look forward to continuing these conversations as we pursue the federal support and investments our Commonwealth needs.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://liccardo.house.gov/media/press-releases/liccardo-joins-san-jose-community-leaders-urge-voters-cast-their-ballots", "title": "Liccardo Joins San José Community Leaders to Urge Voters to Cast Their Ballots", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://liccardo.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "liccardo.house.gov", "scraper": "liccardo", "member": {"bioguide_id": "L000607", "name": "Sam T. Liccardo", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "SAN JOSÉ, CA – Today, Congressman Sam Liccardo (CA-16), joined the Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment and local community leaders at Mexican Heritage Plaza in East San José to encourage eligible voters to cast their ballots ahead of tomorrow’s election. The press conference came amid heightened concerns about immigration enforcement activity in Santa Clara County and federal efforts to obtain confidential voter information.\n\n“We have thousands of volunteers throughout the country and thousands of lawyers ready to run to court as soon as there is a violation. So far, the courts have consistently been with us, whether on mail-in voting or attempts to access voter rolls. We will continue to fight these battles on the streets and in the courts. So I ask everyone: Please participate. Please vote. We are working together to ensure your vote counts,\" said Liccardo.\n\nLiccardo also reminded voters that it is not too late to participate in tomorrow’s election. Voters can return their ballots to an official drop box or vote center before 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3. Eligible voters who have not yet registered can also register and vote at a county vote center through Election Day.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://lofgren.house.gov/media/press-releases/lofgren-secures-over-54-million-pajaro-river-flood-protection-el-nino-expected", "title": "Lofgren Secures Over $54 Million for Pajaro River Flood Protection As El Niño Is Expected to Strengthen", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://lofgren.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "lofgren.house.gov", "scraper": "lofgren", "member": {"bioguide_id": "L000397", "name": "Zoe Lofgren", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WATSONVILLE, CA — Today, Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) delivered a $54,830,000 check for the Pajaro River Flood Risk Management Project, one of her 13 community projects she submitted for the Fiscal Year 2026 congressional appropriations cycle. This is the largest single community project that Lofgren secured this year, which is being completed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) San Francisco District, in partnership with the Pajaro Regional Flood Management Agency (PRFMA). Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA) also requested congressional funding for this project.\n\n“With El Niño expected to intensify in the early months of 2027, it’s critical that the residents and businesses along the Pajaro River have necessary flood protection,” said Rep. Lofgren. “Last year, I was proud to announce nearly $40 million for levee and floodwall construction in Watsonville, and I’m proud to have submitted this additional $54 million as one of my community projects this year. That’s going to help save lives and property, and I’m proud to have worked with Senators Padilla and Schiff to prioritize this project funding.”\n\n“Consistent funding for the Pajaro River flood control project is critically important, and we are grateful to Rep. Lofgren for her work to keep the project moving forward and fulfilling our commitments to the vulnerable residents and businesses in the Pajaro Valley,” said Mark Strudley, Executive Director of PRFMA.\n\n“Future improvements to the levee will make a real difference in reducing flood risks and protecting the people who call Watsonville and the Pajaro Valley home,” said Watsonville City Manager Tamara Vides. This is an investment in the safety, stability, and future of our community. We are thankful for the advocacy and support provided by Congresswoman Lofgren.”\n\nThe residents and businesses of Watsonville and Pajaro have been waiting for 50 years for flood protection and during that time have suffered significant damage and loss of life due to weather events. On March 11, 2023, a serious levee failure resulted in the evacuation of more than 2,000 people in the Town of Pajaro, 200 water rescues, significant flooding of farms, and closure of Highway 1. The farms impacted by flooding are vital contributors to the regional agricultural industry, where none of the fruit and vegetable crops are federally subsidized and floods can result in the loss of 2-3 growing seasons.\n\nAccording to the National Weather Service, El Niño continues to strengthen with a strong-to-very strong El Niño likely through January-March 2027. Lofgren has urged Californians to prepare for storm season and sign up for emergency alerts. Tips and resources for El Niño can be viewed on her website.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://marymiller.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-miller-announced-45-million-rural-water-infrastructure-expansion", "title": "Rep. Miller Announced $4.5 Million for Rural Water Infrastructure Expansion Benefiting Seven Illinois Counties", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://marymiller.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "marymiller.house.gov", "scraper": "marymiller", "member": {"bioguide_id": "M001211", "name": "Mary E. Miller", "party": "Republican", "state": "IL", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) announced $4.5 million in federal funding to support the expansion of EJ Water Cooperative’s Delbert Mundt Water Treatment Plant. The investment will double the facility’s treatment capacity, strengthening access to reliable water service for families, farmers, and businesses across seven Central Illinois counties: Shelby, Effingham, Montgomery, Fayette, Cumberland, Christian, and Clay.\n\n“Our farmers, small businesses, and rural communities are the backbone of America, and they deserve the infrastructure necessary to thrive. I’m proud to have secured $4.5 million to support this critical expansion in Illinois’ 15th District,” said Congresswoman Mary Miller. “This investment will meet growing demand and strengthen the essential infrastructure that families and businesses across our rural communities will depend on for generations.”\n\nBackground:\n\nFounded in 1989, EJ Water Cooperative is the largest rural water cooperative in Illinois, serving a rural population of more than 48,000 residents. The Delbert Mundt Water Treatment Plant was constructed in 2010 near Beecher City and serves EJ Water’s fastest-growing western service area.\n\nAs demand continues to increase, EJ Water has expanded its infrastructure to support rural communities, including the construction of a 250-million-gallon reservoir in 2023. The cooperative also works with smaller municipalities facing aging or inadequate water treatment facilities, helping provide dependable, affordable water service to underserved communities throughout Central Illinois.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://mcclain.house.gov/2026/11/the-119th-congress-did-more-by-making-government-do-less", "title": "The 119th Congress did more by making government do less", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://mcclain.house.gov/press-releases", "domain": "mcclain.house.gov", "scraper": "mcclain", "member": {"bioguide_id": "M001136", "name": "Lisa C. McClain", "party": "Republican", "state": "MI", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON— House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) published an op-ed in The Hill on how House Republicans used the 119th Congress to shrink Washington’s reach and return more freedom to the American people.\n\n“I don’t call the 119th Congress the most successful because of the paper it produced.” Chairwoman McClain said. “I say it because we changed the direction of the country. Washington has enough monuments to what government can build. We spent this Congress creating room for what Americans can build instead.”\n\nRead the full piece below:\n\n— —\n\nWashington has a peculiar definition of progress. A new program is an accomplishment. A new regulation is action. A new federal office means somebody is finally doing something. That is why some of the most important work Republicans did this Congress involved undoing that so-called “progress.”\n\nFor decades, Washington accumulated authority one seemingly reasonable decision at a time. Congress delegated power to an agency full of faceless bureaucrats. The agency wrote a rule. The rule became another permit to obtain, expense to absorb, or decision somebody in Washington had already made for you.\n\nGovernment grows quietly that way. Freedom disappears just as quietly. House Republicans of the 119th Congress came to Washington with the idea that the most consequential thing government can do is return freedom to the American people. Yes, we passed over 900 pieces of legislation this Congress, the second most in U.S. history, but that matters much less than what changed once the votes were cast.\n\nHouse Republicans have overturned 23 federal rules through the Congressional Review Act, the most in history and more successful repeals than every previous Congress combined. In one session, we have turned a little-used oversight law into one of Washington’s most powerful tools for permanently returning authority from federal regulators to the people they regulate.\n\nWashington is accustomed to ratchets that turn in one direction. Government expands, the bureaucracy adjusts, and everyone learns to live with the new baseline. We turned the ratchet backward.\n\nDemocrats would have let the 2017 tax cuts expire and taken more money out of Americans’ pockets. We made them permanent, cut taxes on tips and overtime, delivered new relief for seniors, and restored incentives to invest and build in America.\n\nAmericans have already claimed more than $82 billion in individual tax relief. Over the decade, the tax changes we enacted are projected to give $4.6 trillion back to families and businesses, and the laws enacted cut projected federal spending by roughly $1.1 trillion, meaning Washington will take less of Americans’ money.\n\nPeople take bigger chances when they know more of the reward will still belong to them. That is how opportunity compounds and how countries grow. But opportunity can only flourish where freedom is protected by order and the rules still mean something.\n\nA limited government is not a weak government. It does a smaller number of things, and it does the essential ones well. It must defend the country, enforce the law, protect basic rights, and establish rules that allow a free society to function.\n\nSecuring a nation’s borders is among the most basic responsibilities that government has. Democrats chose to dismantle our border and turn lawlessness into policy. Republicans flipped the script and have not allowed a single illegal immigrant to be released into the country in 16 months.\n\nThis Congress put the philosophy of limited government into practice across the economy. We gave small businesses tax certainty to hire and invest. We cleared regulatory barriers so manufacturers can expand, unleashed more American energy, and made it easier to build. None of these policies determines what Americans must do with their lives. They expand what Americans are free to do for themselves.\n\nThe alternative is government by permission slip. Washington chooses which industries deserve to grow, which products people may buy, which energy sources are acceptable, and how much of a worker’s success belongs to somebody else. There needs to be a line between the power government is granted by the people, and the freedom Americans deserve to keep.\n\nThat is the foundation the 119th Congress has spent two years laying.\n\nA foundation is not glamorous. Nobody walks through a finished house admiring the concrete underneath it, but everything built above depends on whether the foundation is strong.\n\nTax certainty. Regulatory relief. A secure border. American energy. Lower crime. More room to work, build and invest. These are not the finished house. They are what makes everything that comes next possible.\n\nI don’t call the 119th Congress the most successful because of the paper it produced. I say it because we changed the direction of the country. Washington has enough monuments to what government can build. We spent this Congress creating room for what Americans can build instead.\n\nThe government does not know what your life should look like. Neither do I, and that’s precisely the point — you do.", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://menefee.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-menefee-joins-the-congressional-asian-pacific-american-caucus", "title": "Congressman Menefee Joins the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://menefee.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "menefee.house.gov", "scraper": "menefee", "member": {"bioguide_id": "M001245", "name": "Christian D. Menefee", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "HOUSTON, TX — Representative Christian D. Menefee (TX-18) has joined the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) as an Associate Member, bringing the Caucus to a historic 86 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, its largest membership since its founding.\n\n“Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the nation. The strength and resilience of our many cultures, including our Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities, are woven into the fabric of our district. I’m proud to join the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus. More than 40,000 AANHPI residents call TX-18 home, and I’m committed to making sure our community has a seat at the table. Thank you to Chair Meng for the warm welcome. I look forward to being an ally in this fight,” said Rep. Christian D. Menefee.\n\n“I am thrilled to welcome Congressman Christian Menefee as CAPAC’s new Associate Member,” said Rep. Grace Meng, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus. “We need allies in Congress who are committed to fighting for the needs of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders across the country—including right in the heart of Houston. Rep. Menefee will be a strong advocate for our communities, and we are proud to have him as the newest member of our ever-growing caucus.”\n\nFounded in 1994, the bicameral Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus is composed of 86 Members of Congress who advocate on behalf of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. The Caucus is led by Congresswoman Grace Meng, who was elected CAPAC Chair in 2024.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://morgangriffith.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=405865", "title": "Griffith Announces More Than $2.4 Million USDA Rural Development Grant for Dickenson County Broadband", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://morgangriffith.house.gov/news/", "domain": "morgangriffith.house.gov", "scraper": "morgangriffith", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000568", "name": "H. Morgan Griffith", "party": "Republican", "state": "VA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded IGoTechnology, Inc. (iGo), based in Grundy, Virginia, a $2,405,739 grant. The funding supports construction of 25 miles of fiber in Dickenson County as part of a fiber-to-the-premises network.\n\nIn response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:\n\n“Improved broadband networks strengthen rural community access to remote learning, telemedicine and telework.\n\n“This grant for more than $2.4 million helps iGo install new broadband infrastructure to serve internet to Dickenson County households.”\n\nBACKGROUND\n\nAccording to USDA Rural Development, this project is estimated to benefit more than 300 people in Dickenson County, including 14 businesses and two farms.\n\nAs part of the project, iGo will establish a community center in Haysi for resident to use free high-speed internet.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://morgangriffith.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=405866", "title": "Ninth District Traveling Staff Office Hours for November", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://morgangriffith.house.gov/news/", "domain": "morgangriffith.house.gov", "scraper": "morgangriffith", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000568", "name": "H. Morgan Griffith", "party": "Republican", "state": "VA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of November.\n\nIn the event of inclement weather (heavy snow, sleet, icy rain, etc.), traveling office hours may be rescheduled to avoid putting constituents at risk. If a County’s or City’s schools are closed, then its office hours will be closed as well. Please contact the Christiansburg Office at 540-381-5671 or the Abingdon Office at 276-525-1405 with any questions or to schedule an appointment time in the event of office hour closure.\n\nNovember 9, 2026\n\nScott County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am\n\nCounty Administrator’s Office\n\nConference Room\n\n190 Beech Street\n\nGate City, VA 24251\n\nLee County: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm\n\nLee County Sheriff’s Office\n\nConference Room\n\n33640 Main Street\n\nJonesville, VA 24263\n\nWise County (Big Stone Gap): 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm\n\nBig Stone Gap Municipal Complex\n\n216 Wood Ave. E\n\nBig Stone Gap, VA 24219\n\nNovember 10, 2026\n\nTazewell County (Richlands): 10:00 am – 11:30 am\n\nTown of Richlands Offices\n\n200 Washington Sq\n\nRichlands, VA 24641\n\nBuchanan County: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm\n\nTown of Grundy Offices\n\n1185 Plaza Dr.\n\nGrundy, VA 24614\n\nNovember 12, 2026\n\nGiles County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am\n\nTown of Pearisburg Offices\n\nCouncil Chambers\n\n112 Tazewell Street\n\nPearisburg, VA 24134\n\nBland County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am\n\nBland County Courthouse\n\nFirst Floor Conference Room\n\n612 Main Street\n\nBland, VA 24315\n\nWythe County: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm\n\nWythe County Sheriff’s Office\n\nConference Room\n\n245 South 4th Street\n\nWytheville, VA 24382\n\nRadford: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm\n\nRadford Recreation Building\n\n200 George Street\n\nRadford, VA 24141\n\nSmyth County: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm\n\nSmyth County Administrator’s Office\n\nConference Room, Suite 100\n\n121 Bagley Circle\n\nMarion, VA 24354\n\nPulaski County: 2:30 pm – 4:00pm\n\nPulaski County Administration Building\n\nFirst Floor Conference Room\n\n143 3rd Street NW\n\nPulaski, VA 24301\n\nNovember 17, 2026\n\nCraig County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am\n\nCraig County Courthouse\n\n108 Court Street\n\nNew Castle, VA 24127\n\nRoanoke County: 11:30am – 1:00pm\n\nSouth County Library\n\nMeeting Room\n\n6303 Merriman Road\n\nRoanoke, VA 24018\n\nNovember 18, 2026\n\nCarroll County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am\n\nCarroll County Administration Building\n\nCounty Administrator’s Office, Conference Room\n\n605 – 1 Pine Street\n\nHillsville, VA 24343\n\nGalax: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm\n\nGalax Municipal Building\n\nConference Room\n\n111 E. Grayson Street\n\nGalax, VA 24333\n\nGrayson County: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm\n\nGrayson County Administration Building\n\nBoard of Supervisors Room\n\n129 Davis Street\n\nIndependence, VA 24348\n\nNovember 19, 2026\n\nTazewell County (Tazewell): 10:00 am – 11:30 am\n\nAmerican Legion Building\n\n226 Central Avenue\n\nTazewell, VA 24651\n\nRussell County: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm\n\nTown of Lebanon Government Offices\n\n72 Gibson Street\n\nLebanon, VA 24266\n\nNovember 20, 2026\n\nBedford County: 9:00am – 10:30am\n\nTown of Bedford Municipal Building\n\nFirst Floor Conference Room\n\n215 E. Main Street\n\nBedford, VA 24523\n\nFranklin County: 12:00pm – 1:30pm\n\nFranklin County Government Center\n\nConference Room B-23\n\n1255 Franklin Street\n\nRocky Mount, VA 24151\n\nNovember 23, 2026\n\nHenry County: 10:00 am – 11:30 am\n\nHenry County Administration Building\n\nSummerlin Room - Board of Supervisors Meeting Chambers\n\n3300 Kings Mountain Rd\n\nMartinsville, VA 24112\n\nPatrick County: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm\n\nPatrick County Administration Building\n\nConference Room\n\n106 Rucker Street\n\nStuart, VA 24171\n\nFloyd County: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm\n\nTown of Floyd Government Offices\n\nCommunity Room\n\n203 East Oxford St\n\nFloyd, VA 24091\n\nNovember 24, 2026\n\nDickenson County: 10:00 am – 11:30 am\n\nCenter for Education & Research\n\nFirst Floor Conference Room #155\n\n818 Happy Valley Drive\n\nClintwood, VA 24228\n\nNorton: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm\n\nHigh Knob Destination Center, Conference Room\n\n1147 Laurel Ave SW\n\nNorton, VA 24273\n\nWise County (Wise): 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm\n\nWise County Courthouse\n\nLaw Library, Second Floor\n\n206 E. Main Street\n\nWise, VA 24293\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://obernolte.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-obernolte-demands-answers-medi-cal-oversight", "title": "Rep. Obernolte Demands Answers on Medi-Cal Oversight", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://obernolte.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "obernolte.house.gov", "scraper": "obernolte", "member": {"bioguide_id": "O000019", "name": "Jay Obernolte", "party": "Republican", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Jay Obernolte (CA-23) led members of the California delegation in sending a letter to California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Director Michelle Baass expressing concerns over the department's oversight of the Medi-Cal program following a recent report from the California State Auditor identifying deficiencies in its efforts to investigate potentially improper billing and recover overpayments.\n\nThe letter, signed by Representatives Ken Calvert (CA-41), Tom McClintock (CA-05), David Valadao (CA-22), Young Kim (CA-40), Vince Fong (CA-20), and James Gallagher (CA-01), requests information on the department's efforts to strengthen program oversight, address potentially fraudulent billing, and safeguard taxpayer dollars.\n\nAccording to the October 15 audit, DHCS identified approximately 28,000 Medi-Cal providers as high risk for potentially improper billing during fiscal year 2024–2025, but had not initiated referrals or investigations for more than 26,000 of them. These providers collectively accounted for at least $12 billion in Medi-Cal services during that period.\n\nThe audit also found that DHCS identified more than $2 billion in provider overpayments between fiscal years 2020 and 2025, approximately $300 million of which remain unrecovered.\n\nThe findings come amid additional federal scrutiny of California's Medi-Cal program. On October 20, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it would defer an additional $1.2 billion in federal Medicaid payments to California over concerns regarding documentation supporting certain Medi-Cal expenditures.\n\n“Medi-Cal provides critical care to millions of Californians, and every dollar lost to fraud is a dollar that is not available to help our most vulnerable citizens access the care they need,” said Congressman Jay Obernolte (CA-23). “The California State Auditor's findings raise serious concerns about the state's oversight of this program, particularly the failure to investigate more than 26,000 providers identified as high risk for potentially improper billing. California taxpayers deserve to know that their money is being used wisely and appropriately. Stronger oversight is necessary to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse while protecting the patients who depend on this critical program.”\n\n“It’s critical that California take every measure possible to eliminate fraud in the Medi-Cal program. We owe it taxpayers to verify payments to Medi-Cal providers and ensure all of our resources are being dedicated to the actual health care needs of Californians,” said Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41).\n\n“California’s Medi-Cal program is a critical lifeline for our most vulnerable, and every dollar lost to fraud is a dollar that can’t go toward helping those in need,” said Congressman David Valadao (CA-22). “The California Department of Health Care Services has a responsibility to properly investigate fraudulent billing and improper payments, and I urge the agency to take immediate action to strengthen program oversight, hold bad actors accountable, and ensure taxpayer funds are being used appropriately.”\n\n“Medi-Cal is supposed to be a lifeline for California’s most vulnerable, not an opportunity for fraudsters to cash in at taxpayers’ expense,” said Congresswoman Young Kim (CA-40). “The fact that California failed to investigate thousands of providers flagged for potential fraud, despite those providers accounting for $12 billion in claims, raises serious questions about the state’s oversight efforts. Every dollar lost to fraud is a dollar that could have gone toward caring for seniors, mothers, and children who depend on the services Medi-Cal provides. Californians deserve answers, accountability, and assurance that their tax dollars are going where they’re needed most.”\n\n“Medi-Cal exists to protect our most vulnerable neighbors, and every dollar lost to fraud is a dollar taken from the patients and families who depend on it,” said Congressman Vince Fong (CA-20). \"$12 billion in potentially improper payments is a failure of basic oversight, and patients are the ones who pay the price for California’s mismanagement. Sacramento owes Californians real answers and immediate action to protect Medi-Cal for those who need it, and to keep it fiscally solvent for future generations.”\n\n“California taxpayers are pouring billions of dollars into Medi-Cal, and they deserve to know that money is being spent responsibly—not lost to fraud, waste, and bad oversight,\" said Congressman James Gallagher (CA-01). \"The State Auditor’s findings raise serious questions about why thousands of high-risk providers went without further investigation and why hundreds of millions of dollars in overpayments remain unrecovered. We cannot afford to ignore these warning signs. Period. Medi-Cal must protect the vulnerable Californians who depend on it, and that starts with holding the system accountable, rooting out fraud, and ensuring taxpayer dollars go toward legitimate patient care.”\n\nRead the full letter here.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://panetta.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-panetta-announces-over-38-million-santa-cruz-fire-department-medical", "title": "Rep. Panetta Announces Over $3.8 Million for Santa Cruz  Fire Department Medical Response Vehicle Pilot Program", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://panetta.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "panetta.house.gov", "scraper": "panetta", "member": {"bioguide_id": "P000613", "name": "Jimmy Panetta", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Santa Cruz, CA – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) announced $3,837,779 in federal funding for the Santa Cruz Fire Department to test a faster, more targeted response to medical emergencies, including traffic crashes. The funding comes from the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program, which helps improve roadway safety by investing in safety strategies to reduce serious traffic injuries and fatalities.\n\nThe project combines two tools to help improve emergency response on Santa Cruz roadways. It will test a cloud-based system that gives emergency vehicles priority at traffic signals, connected to the dispatch system, as well as a smaller medical response vehicle for calls that do not involve a fire, including traffic crashes. The City of Santa Cruz will evaluate whether these tools improve response times and care after crashes, particularly along roads with high rates of serious injuries and key routes to hospitals.\n\n“Every second counts for first responders when it comes to driving on our local roads and highways,” said Rep. Panetta. “This federal investment will allow the city of Santa Cruz to test potentially lifesaving technology to help emergency vehicles reach people more quickly and first responders provide timely, effective care. I’m proud to ensure that the federal government plays its part to help our local first responders do their job for the safety of communities in California’s 19th Congressional District.”\n\n“This grant will allow Santa Cruz to explore new ways to help first responders reach injured patients faster, provide lifesaving care, and improve roadway safety,” said Santa Cruz Mayor Fred Keeley. “I am grateful for Congressman Panetta’s support in delivering this significant federal investment to strengthen emergency response and make our community safer.”\n\n“Keeping our community safe is one of our most important responsibilities, and this investment gives Santa Cruz an exciting opportunity to strengthen how we respond to emergencies. We’re grateful to Congressman Panetta for securing this funding and recognizing the importance of investing in innovative solutions that can help save lives and make our streets safer for everyone. We’re excited to test these tools, evaluate their effectiveness, and identify opportunities to improve service to our community,” said Santa Cruz City Manager Matt Huffaker.\n\nThe SS4A grant program was established by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021. Since the program’s inception, the cities of Santa Cruz, Monterey, Paso Robles, and San Jose, together with Santa Cruz County, Santa Clara County, the Transportation Agency for Monterey County, and the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments, have received more than $28.7 million through the SS4A program.\n\nRep. Panetta has previously secured federal investments for a new fire engine in Santa Cruz, pedestrian safety and lighting improvements along Bay Avenue in Capitola, and road safety improvements along Highways 9 and 236 in Boulder Creek.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases/texas-scorecard-chip-roy-seeks-doj-review-allegations-surrounding-travis", "title": "From Texas Scorecard: Chip Roy Seeks DOJ Review of Allegations Surrounding Travis County DA’s Refusal To Prosecute Afghan National", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://roy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "roy.house.gov", "scraper": "roy", "member": {"bioguide_id": "R000614", "name": "Chip Roy", "party": "Republican", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The below story appeared in the Texas Scorecard:\n\nU.S. Reps. Chip Roy and Josh Brecheen are seeking records from the U.S. Department of Justice and an investigation into whistleblower allegations involving Travis County District Attorney José Garza’s decision not to prosecute an Afghan national accused of felony solicitation of prostitution.\n\nThe lawmakers’ letter cites a September 14 whistleblower complaint from Major Joshua Mast concerning Afghan national Aminullah Amin. According to the lawmakers, Garza’s office declined to prosecute the solicitation charges on July 22, citing the “interest of justice.”\n\nAmin is embroiled in a custody dispute with Mast and his wife over a seven-year-old girl.\n\n“The complaint raises the question whether the charging decision may have been improperly influenced so that the accused in that case could continue his custody pursuit of [the] seven-year-old little girl in our nation’s highest court,” the congressmen wrote.\n\nThe custody dispute began after an Afghan baby was found in the rubble of a rural compound raided by U.S. Army Rangers.\n\nThe State Department helped place her with an Afghan couple identified as relatives, who raised her for 18 months while Joshua Mast and his wife obtained a Virginia adoption order without notifying them.\n\nAfter helping the Afghan family evacuate to the United States in 2021, Mast took custody of the girl. Lower Virginia courts ruled in the Afghan couple’s favor, but the state’s highest court sided with the Masts, citing a six-month statutory deadline for challenging the adoption.\n\nThe U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear the Afghan couple’s appeal earlier this month.\n\nRoy (R–Austin) and Brecheen (R–OK) also request a review of evidence from two 2021 forensic extractions of phones used by Amin. The lawmakers say Mast’s complaint identifies potential investigative leads involving national security and immigration screening.\n\n“The Complaint identifies leads involving alleged Taliban contacts, possible al-Qaeda connections, and eleven distinct SIM-card identifiers associated with one of the phones,” they wrote.\n\nThis letter follows a June committee inquiry into Garza’s immigration-related policies.\n\nRoy, along with U.S. Reps. Jim Jordan (R–OH) and Tom McClintock (R–CA), wrote to Garza earlier this year “concerning his office’s immigration-related policies and their consequences for public safety and the rule of law.”\n\n“Under your leadership, the Travis County District Attorney’s Office has routinely undermined the rule of law under the guise of safeguarding the public,” the congressmen wrote. “You previously committed to ‘[p]rotect immigrant communities’ by ‘creat[ing] a [district attorney’s] office that considers the impact of charges and convictions’ on foreign nationals and ‘ensures that the sentence imposed is not unduly harsh for any class of people.’”\n\nRoy and Brecheen raised concerns that Garza is continuing a “soft-on-crime” approach that could also threaten national security.\n\n“Shielding criminal aliens from immigration enforcement in Travis County or elsewhere undermines public safety and impedes enforcement of federal law,” Roy and Brecheen wrote.\n\n“Above all, unresolved questions about potential terrorism connections involving a foreign national arrested for an apparent felony and pursuing custody of a child in American courts demand prompt examination.”\n\nGarza has not responded to a request for comment regarding Roy and Brecheen’s accusations against him.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://salinas.house.gov/media/press-releases/salinas-bonamici-merkley-wyden-secure-over-500000-tualatin-soil-and-water", "title": "Salinas, Bonamici, Merkley, Wyden Secure over $500,000 for Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://salinas.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "salinas.house.gov", "scraper": "salinas", "member": {"bioguide_id": "S001226", "name": "Andrea Salinas", "party": "Democrat", "state": "OR", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Tualatin, OR — Today, Congresswomen Andrea Salinas (OR-06) and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), alongside Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, announced they secured the release of over $530,000 in federal funding from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to support Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District (TSWCD).\n\nIn 2022, TSWCD applied to the NRCS for funding to improve fish habitat in Washington County. This work included replacing deteriorated culverts with bridges and modern culverts that help threatened species like steelhead trout move through local waterways. In February 2024, NRCS approved and obligated $1,074,887 to reimburse TSWCD for their work.\n\nAs of early September 2026, NRCS had only paid $543,837 of the over $1.07 million they had promised to TSWCD. This $531,000 shortfall has severely challenged TSWCD’s budget and would have stuck the taxpayers of Washington County with the bill. Following outreach from the Oregon delegation, NRSC honored its commitment and released the final sum to TSWCD.\n\n“When Oregonians make a promise, we keep it. The federal government should be held to the same standard,” said Rep. Salinas. “Tualatin Soil and Water did the work to improve our waterways, and Washington County taxpayers should never have been left holding the bag. I’m glad we got this money out the door and where it belongs.”\n\n“Supporting threatened species and their habitats reflects Oregon values and our commitment to environmental protection, and I was grateful when the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District secured federal funds to improve fish habitat in Washington County,” said Rep. Bonamici. “Unfortunately, the Trump administration paid only about half of the promised funding, leaving Washington County taxpayers to pick up the balance. I’m glad that my colleagues and I were able to help resolve this issue and secure all the funds the water conservation district needed for the project.\"\n\n“Thanks to our efforts, this funding is finally moving forward and will help ensure the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District can continue its work to improve waterways in Washington County,” said Sen. Merkley.“Oregon’s native fish are the lifeblood of our state, supporting the health and vitality of our communities, local economies, and Tribes who have been here since time immemorial. I’ll keep pushing to secure the necessary federal funds to protect our state’s ecosystems for generations to come.”\n\n“I’m glad the full-court press by the delegation unlocked these resources promised by the federal government to the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District,” Wyden said. “These funds will keep waterways improvements on track, helping with water quality and fish habitat alike in Washington County.”\n\n“The Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District much appreciates Congresswoman Salinas and her staff for their work in helping the District receive payment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for a successful fish habitat project in the Gales Creek watershed of Washington County,” said Dean P. Moberg, Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District Treasurer. “We were impressed with the staff's quick understanding of the payment problem we faced, and we are grateful for the Congresswoman's exceptional response. The letter Congresswoman Salinas provided, along with Congresswoman Bonamici and Senators Merkley and Wyden, was surely instrumental in cutting through red tape and securing the payment of over one half million dollars in federal assistance that had been held up for this project. This payment will greatly facilitate the Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District's work in helping residents of Washington County conserve natural resources with voluntary and locally led projects.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://scottpeters.house.gov/press-releases/peters-urges-trump-admin-to-cancel-mass-deportation-flights-to-afghanistan-and-iran", "title": "Peters Urges Trump Admin to Cancel Mass Deportation Flights to Afghanistan and Iran", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://scottpeters.house.gov/press-releases", "domain": "scottpeters.house.gov", "scraper": "scottpeters", "member": {"bioguide_id": "P000608", "name": "Scott H. Peters", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "San Diego, CA. — Today, U.S. Representative Scott Peters (CA-50) led 65 bicameral Members of Congress on a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin, demanding the immediate cancellation of any deportation flights carrying Afghans and Iranians, whether sent directly or through another country.\n\nThis letter comes after reports that over 150 Afghans could be deported to Pakistan in the coming days, which would constitute one of the largest single expulsions of Afghans ever. San Diego has served as a primary hub for incoming Afghan refugees, with nearly 5,000 resettling in the region. The Members also expressed concern over another flight with a mass deportation of Iranians — the first since the U.S. launched its military conflict against Iran— and that relatives of Afghans who helped American troops could be among those on board.\n\n“Our nation made a promise to stand by Afghans who risked their lives and their families’ safety to stand by U.S. service members,” the Members wrote, adding that deporting them “is a violation of that promise and our moral obligations to the Afghan community who stood alongside our troops.”\n\nThe Members emphasized the well-documented danger awaiting deportees. The State Department lists Afghanistan as a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” country, and for those who aided U.S. forces, “their assistance to U.S. troops puts a target on these individuals and their families to this day.” They detail the torture, detention, and extrajudicial killing of dissidents and LGBTQ persons, as well as the severe repression of women — noting that women and LGBTQ refugees could be on the flight.\n\nThe Members also raised alarm over reports that Iranians, including women, Christian converts, and pro-democracy activists, may be deported to Iran, where they face imprisonment, torture, and a possible death sentence. “Sending people who sought protection from the Islamic Republic of Iran back to a war zone and a repressive regime is unconscionable,” they wrote. They cited how even President Trump has warned about the dangers faced by pro-democracy and anti-government protesters in Iran.\n\nThe Members stressed that routing a flight through a third country does not change U.S. obligations, and urged the Trump Administration to warn Pakistan that the U.S. will not accept its participation in sending deportees onward to the Taliban.\n\nThese individuals “came to the U.S. because they believed in its promise of democracy, religious freedom, and liberty,” the Members concluded, and “we must uphold those values and commitments, not abandon people to autocratic regimes.”\n\n“Sixty-six members of Congress, from both chambers, needed less than 24 hours to say what every veteran of the Afghanistan war already knows: you don’t hand the people who stood with our troops to the Taliban. When even the Taliban are voicing ‘serious concern’ about your deportation plan, you’ve lost the moral argument and the national security one. This flight isn’t immigration enforcement. It’s a betrayal with a boarding pass, and the whole world is watching whether America keeps its word. We are grateful to Rep. Peters for leading. Secretary Rubio and Secretary Mullin, ground this plane,” said Shawn VanDiver, U.S. Navy veteran and President and Founder of #AfghanEvac.\n\n\"Having effectively dismantled our protection system, this administration is set to deport vulnerable people back to Afghanistan and Iran, in violation of our human rights commitments and our nation's values,\" said Sarah Mehta, deputy director of immigration policy at the ACLU. \"So many of these men and women never had a meaningful opportunity to defend their claims and are now the casualties of this administration's assault on asylum. We thank Congressman Peters for his leadership and all the members standing against these unconscionable deportations back to persecution, torture, or even death.\"\n\nThe Members requested an immediate response. Read the full letter here.\n\nBackground:\n\nSan Diego has served as a primary hub for incoming Afghan refugees, and Rep. Peters has been a staunch advocate for the safe relocation, protection, and legal adjustment of Afghan wartime allies who served alongside U.S. forces. He is a cosponsor of the Enduring Welcome Act to codify the Office of the Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts (CARE) within the State Department, and the Afghan Adjustment Act to help settle Afghans and their families who supported U.S. forces.\n\nIn September, Rep. Peters led a Congressional delegation on a letter to the Trump Administration urging them to reunite the families of U.S. service members with their loved ones stranded overseas, and to reconnect Afghans with immediate family already lawfully in the U.S. In July, he hosted a virtual town hall with Afghan allies stranded at the Camp As Sayliyah facility in Doha. And in February, Rep. Peters attended a shadow hearing where he highlighted the consequences of the Trump administration's decisions to freeze the U.S. refugee admissions program and eliminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghans.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://scottpeters.house.gov/press-releases/reps-peters-vargas-levin-and-jacobs-back-san-diego-county-registrar-of-voters-amid-trump-admin-probe-for-voter-data", "title": "Reps Peters, Vargas, Levin, and Jacobs Back San Diego County Registrar of Voters Amid Trump Admin Probe for Voter Data", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://scottpeters.house.gov/press-releases", "domain": "scottpeters.house.gov", "scraper": "scottpeters", "member": {"bioguide_id": "P000608", "name": "Scott H. Peters", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "San Diego, CA — Today, U.S. Representative Scott Peters (CA-50) led members of the San Diego Congressional delegation, Reps. Juan Vargas (CA-52), Mike Levin (CA-49), and Sara Jacobs (CA-51), in a letter to U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche amid the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) attempt to sanction voter rolls across California, including in San Diego County’s Registrars of Voters (ROV).\n\nThe DOJ demanded that San Diego’s ROV provide voter information for over 1,700 voters, including driver’s license numbers, Social Security numbers, and voter registration applications, within 48 hours, and withhold their ballots until their citizenship is confirmed. In its response, the County pushed back against several unsubstantiated claims and argued that the DOJ's probe violated several election laws.\n\nThe Members' letter reinforced the County’s claims and acknowledged that California’s registrars follow all state and federal election laws, including citizenship attestation and database verification through the California Secretary of State. They argued that the DOJ’s letter cites no legal authority to direct county ballot administration and that it violates the National Voter Registration Act’s (NVRA) 90-day quiet period against systematically removing voters from the rolls.\n\n“The information requested by DOJ is intended to confirm the department’s unsubstantiated allegations of noncitizen voting in California,” the Members noted, also pointing to the data cited by DOJ, which the Agency itself conceded “may be outdated or incomplete.”\n\nThe Members also stated that unverified fraud allegations do not give registrars authority to violate federal law by refusing to count the votes of people already deemed eligible. They added that the DOJ’s demand fails to explain who would determine citizenship status, how, or when, less than a week before Election Day.\n\n“The request from DOJ violates the NVRA, Voting Rights Act, California state law, and jeopardizes Californians’ constitutional right to vote,” the Members concluded, adding that “as Members of the California Congressional delegation, we commend the work of our state ROVs to ensure state and federal election laws are upheld.”\n\nRead the full letterhere.\n\nBackground: Over the past several weeks, the DOJ has escalated pressure on California before Election Day and made unsubstantiated claims that large numbers of illegal voters are on the rolls. Federal courts have repeatedly intervened and denied the Administration’s attempt to interfere.\n\nIn May, California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined Rep. Peters’ podcast, 72 and Sunny, to debunk the myth of widespread voter fraud, discuss how California has pushed back against the attacks from the Trump Administration, and highlight how the State is enhancing voter security for the election. Watch the full episode here.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheri-biggs-requests-meeting-and-clarity-usace-plans-lake", "title": "Congresswoman Sheri Biggs Requests Meeting and Clarity from USACE on Plans for Lake Hartwell", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://sheribiggs.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "sheribiggs.house.gov", "scraper": "sheribiggs", "member": {"bioguide_id": "B001325", "name": "Sheri Biggs", "party": "Republican", "state": "SC", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Sheri Biggs (R-SC-03) sent a letter to the Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) regarding plans to address the Clemson Lower Diversion Dam Saddle Dike at Lake Hartwell. Rep. Biggs also requested a meeting to discuss constituent concerns and forge a clear path forward.\n\nReports indicate that Clemson Saddle Dike is the USACE's highest priority dam safety issue nationwide. Lake levels are a top priority for residents and the surrounding community because Lake Hartwell generates about $890 million in annual visitor spending and supports more than 5,400 jobs.\n\nIn the letter, the Congresswoman asks for clarification regarding funding, project timelines, and the permanent solution for South Carolina's Third Congressional District outlined in the following categories:\n\nFunding Requirements\n\nCongressional Assistance Needed\n\nProject Timeline & Cost Estimates\n\nInterim Economic and Recreational Impacts\n\n\"I understand the concerns of my constituents and hope that this letter will yield answers from the USACE for the Lake Hartwell community,\" said Congresswoman Biggs. \"I am looking forward to working collaboratively with the USACE to assist with federal funding and explore legislative paths to provide timely and effective solutions to South Carolina’s Third District.”\n\nYou can read the full letter here.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://summerlee.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-summer-lee-house-labor-leaders-demand-answers-over-corporate-union-busting-enforcement-of-federal-transparency-laws", "title": "Rep. Summer Lee, House Labor Leaders Demand Answers Over Corporate Union-Busting, Enforcement of Federal Transparency Laws", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://summerlee.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases", "domain": "summerlee.house.gov", "scraper": "summerlee", "member": {"bioguide_id": "L000602", "name": "Summer L. Lee", "party": "Democrat", "state": "PA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Full Letter Text\n\nPITTSBURGH, PA – NOVEMBER 2, 2026 — Today, Congresswoman Summer L. Lee (PA-12) joined House Education and Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) and Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Ranking Member Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) in demanding answers from the Trump Administration over its failure to adequately enforce federal transparency laws governing corporations and union-busting consultants.\n\nIn aletter to Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) Director Elisabeth Messenger, the lawmakers raised serious concerns about widespread failures by employers and anti-union consultants to disclose how much money they spend attempting to influence workers' decisions to organize.\n\nToo often, when workers exercise their right to organize a union, corporations and bosses hire outside consultants to wage anti-union campaigns. Over the last several decades, union-avoidance has become a multi-billion-dollar industry. The latest analysis found that companies spend approximately $1.7 billion every year, including nearly $500 million on union-busting consultants, to break their organizing drives. Some consultants are reportedly paid $500 per hour or $4,000 per day for their services.\n\nUnder the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA), employers and consultants are required to file public reports about their matter because it allows workers to see how much their bosses are spending to influence their decision to unionize. However, for decades, employers and union-busting consultants have routinely failed to meet this requirement, allowing bosses and their consultants to operate in the shadows. Under the Trump Administration, the problem is only becoming worse. A recent watchdog report found that, as of August 8, 2026, nearly 60 percent of employers required to file a disclosure in 2025 have still not submitted their reports—the largest year-over-year decline on record.\n\n“Over the last several years, while worker organizing has skyrocketed, employers have increasingly responded with hostile anti-union campaigns, including by hiring well-compensated outside consultants. As more employers seek to quash their workers’ unionization drives, it is imperative that employer and consultant disclosure requirements under the LMRDA are robustly enforced by OLMS, so workers have a complete picture of who is attempting to influence their decision as they exercise their right to organize,” wrote the Members.\n\nTo determine whether OLMS is effectively carrying out its responsibility to enforce the LMRDA, the Members requested a response to their extensive questions by no later than November 16, 2026.\n\nTo read the full letter to OLMS Director Elisabeth Messenger, click here.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://womack.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=411041", "title": "Womack Joins Senator Boozman in Welcoming Acting Army Secretary Adam Telle to Arkansas’s Third District", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://womack.house.gov/news", "domain": "womack.house.gov", "scraper": "womack", "member": {"bioguide_id": "W000809", "name": "Steve Womack", "party": "Republican", "state": "AR", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "ARKANSAS—November 2, 2026…Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) joined Senator John Boozman (AR) in welcoming Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle to Arkansas’s Third District. Acting Secretary Telle’s visit was part of a series of meetings, tours, and roundtables across the state highlighting Arkansas’s national security contributions and future opportunities to partner with academic institutions and the private sector to enhance solutions to the Army’s logistics, supply chain, and technological needs.\n\nCongressman Steve Womack said, “It was a privilege to have Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle in Arkansas’s Third District to showcase how our region is contributing to the state’s reputation as a major U.S. defense hub. From conducting groundbreaking research to being the home of leading logistics experts, Northwest Arkansas—especially with the help of our university partners—is making strides to provide the solutions that strengthen our national security and give our warfighters a competitive edge against adversaries.\"\n\nSenator John Boozman said, “It was a pleasure to host Acting Army Secretary Telle in Arkansas and showcase the important role our state plays in strengthening our nation’s defense. From the dedicated workforce at Pine Bluff Arsenal to Walmart’s expertise in supply chain logistics and the innovative research taking place at the University of Arkansas, these visits highlighted the talent, resources and capabilities unique to Arkansas. Our delegation is grateful for the chance to showcase these strengths and we look forward to continuing to build on them to support the Army and other national security needs.”\n\nActing Secretary Adam Telle said, “From the vital production lines at Pine Bluff, to the global distribution engine of Walmart, to the world-class logistics and materials research at the University of Arkansas, this visit demonstrated the total national ecosystem required to secure our nation. By uniting military capability, private enterprise, and academic innovation, we guarantee the American Soldier is never in a fair fight.” Acting Secretary Telle continued, “The forward momentum we saw across Arkansas wouldn't be possible without the leadership and advocacy of President Trump, Secretary of War Hegseth, Senator Boozman, Senator Cotton, Congressman Womack and the entire Arkansas delegation. They are backing our warfighters with the resourcing and legislative firepower needed to modernize our organic industrial base and supercharge our installations. That’s how we empower our Soldiers with every competitive advantage when they step onto the battlefield.”\n\nVisit Highlights:\n\nAlongside Senator Boozman and Congressman Womack, Acting Secretary Telle visited Walmart’s Global Security Operations Center (GSOC). Staffed 24/7, the GSOC identifies and tracks events that could disrupt supply chains around the world and can be a key partner in our national emergency response when disaster strikes.\n\nAt the University of Arkansas, Acting Secretary Telle, Senator Boozman, and Congressman Womack saw firsthand how students, researchers, and experts are working to equip our warfighters with cutting-edge technology to protect our nation.\n\nWith the leaders of the Army, University of Arkansas, and Contested Logistics Consortium at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, Secretary Telle, Senator Boozman, and Congressman Womack discussed how Northwest Arkansas’s supply chain expertise can assist the military in navigating complex operational environments.\n\nOn a tour of the Multi-User Silicon Carbide (MUSiC) Research and Fabrication Laboratory with Inaugural Director of Business Development for the U of A Power Group (UAPG) Matthew Leftwich, Secretary Telle, Senator Boozman, and Congressman Womack had a chance to see how their team is testing new applications in Silicon Carbide (SiC) electronics that give our military increased flexibility and a clear technological edge.\n\nAt the Grady E. Harvell Civil Engineering Research and Education Center (CEREC), Dr. Micah Hale and Assistant Professor Morgan Broberg provided Secretary Telle and Congressman Womack an up close look at the innovative ways they are tackling commercial and military infrastructure deployment challenges.\n\nRead more about Acting Secretary Telle’s visit to Arkansas from Senator Boozman HERE.\n\nCongressman Steve Womack (AR-3) has represented Arkansas’s Third Congressional District since 2011. He is a member of the House Appropriations Committee.\n\nWomack.house.gov\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases?ID=006E10B9-28D8-404F-BBDE-B7528C306361", "title": "Boozman Welcomes Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle to Arkansas", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://www.boozman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/press-releases", "domain": "www.boozman.senate.gov", "scraper": "boozman", "member": null, "text": "(U.S. Army photo by Lt. Col. Spencer Garrison)\n\nLittle Rock, AR—U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR) welcomed Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle to Arkansas for a series of meetings and tours highlighting the state’s national security contributions as well as roundtables on future opportunities to partner with academic institutions and the private sector to enhance the Army’s logistics, supply chain and other needs.\n\n“It was a pleasure to host Acting Army Secretary Telle in Arkansas and showcase the important role our state plays in strengthening our nation’s defense. From the dedicated workforce at Pine Bluff Arsenal to Walmart’s expertise in supply chain logistics and the innovative research taking place at the University of Arkansas, these visits highlighted the talent, resources and capabilities unique to Arkansas. Our delegation is grateful for the chance to showcase these strengths and we look forward to continuing to build on them to support the Army and other national security needs,” said Boozman.\n\n“From the vital production lines at Pine Bluff, to the global distribution engine of Walmart, to the world-class logistics and materials research at the University of Arkansas, this visit demonstrated the total national ecosystem required to secure our nation. By uniting military capability, private enterprise, and academic innovation, we guarantee the American Soldier is never in a fair fight,” said Telle.\n\nBoozman and Telle were joined by Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR), Maj. Gen. Chad Bridges of the Arkansas National Guard, and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Jessee Tolleson for a briefing at Pine Bluff Arsenal. They discussed the installation’s current programs as well as the potential for enhanced capabilities to help meet future Army initiatives.\n\n(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Amanda McLean)\n\n“Senator Boozman, Congressman Westerman and I have worked with the Army to cement Pine Bluff Arsenal as a key national security asset. It was great to host Acting Army Secretary Telle onsite to showcase its recent expansion and plans for future growth,” Cotton said.\n\nBoozman and Telle were later joined by Congressman Steve Womack (AR-03) for visits to Walmart’s Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) and the University of Arkansas. At Walmart, they discussed tools and strategies the retailer uses to reduce supply chain disruption response times. At the University of Arkansas, they focused on the recent launch of the Contested Logistics Consortium anchored by its nationally recognized supply chain program at the Walton College of Business.\n\n(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Amanda McLean)\n\n“It was a privilege to have Acting Secretary of the Army Adam Telle in Arkansas’s Third District to showcase how our region is contributing to the state’s reputation as a major U.S. defense hub. From conducting groundbreaking research to being the home of leading logistics experts, Northwest Arkansas—especially with the help of our university partners—is making strides to provide the solutions that strengthen our national security and give our warfighters a competitive edge against adversaries,” said Womack.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://www.fetterman.senate.gov/fetterman-statement-in-support-of-coca-cola-teamsters-local-110-strike/", "title": "Fetterman Statement in Support of Coca-Cola Teamsters Local 110 Strike", "date": "2026-11-02", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://www.fetterman.senate.gov/press-release/", "domain": "www.fetterman.senate.gov", "scraper": "fetterman", "member": {"bioguide_id": "F000479", "name": "John Fetterman", "party": "Democrat", "state": "PA", "chamber": "Senate"}, "text": "BRADDOCK, PA — In announcing his support for the Teamsters Union Local 110 members who are on strike at the Abarta Coca Cola Plants in Cambria and Clearfield Counties, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) today released the following statement:\n\n“I’m proud to stand with the Teamsters Local 110 and every union member fighting for fair wages and a safe workplace. I urge Abarta Coca-Cola management to come back to the table and work together to create a fair deal for everyone.”\n\n“The company did not want to bargain in good faith, we gave them several proposals and they simply said no and left. We filed a ULP. They would not counter. We tried to tell them what it would take to get it passed and they said we will not reward the behavior of striking. They now said they will not come back to the table till January of 2027 they will just hire replacements because sales are up 6% and they will be fine. These members are the lowest paid and pay the highest amount in health care in comparison to Greensburg and Houston facilities,” said Darrell Watt, President of Teamsters Local 110.\n\nTeamsters Local 110 have been in negotiations with Abarta Coca-Cola since July and have been on strike for 10 days. The union members have rejected two contract proposals due to concerns over increases in healthcare costs and unfair wages. As of now, Local 110 leadership are waiting for Abarta Coca-Cola to return to the table and continue negotiations.", "collected_at": "2026-11-03T12:39:27Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-03T12:40:43Z"}
{"url": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-newsweek-article-below-titled-donald-trump-announces-end-israel-payments", "title": "ICYMI: The Newsweek article below, titled “Donald Trump Announces End to Israel Payments As Americans Head to Polls.\"", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "algreen.house.gov", "scraper": "algreen", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000553", "name": "Al Green", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The Newsweek article below, titled “Donald Trump Announces End to Israel Payments As Americans Head to Polls,” speaks for itself.\n\nYou can access the article by clicking the link here.", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://balint.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=858", "title": "Balint, Warren, Colleagues Demand Answers from McDonald’s on Whether AI Pricing Tools are Raising Prices and Facilitating Collusion", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://balint.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "domain": "balint.house.gov", "scraper": "balint", "member": {"bioguide_id": "B001318", "name": "Becca Balint", "party": "Democrat", "state": "VT", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Text of Letter (PDF)\n\nWashington, D.C. — Representative Becca Balint (VT-AL), a member of the House Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust and U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) demanded answers from McDonald’s President and CEO Chris Kempczinski about how the company generates AI-driven pricing recommendations, whether McDonald’s pressures franchisees to follow them, and how the company assesses the technology’s potential harm to consumers and competition. The letter came after reports that the company is using artificial intelligence (AI) to determine the “optimal price” for individual menu items at each of its locations and pushing franchisees to adopt these AI-based prices.\n\n“We are concerned that McDonald’s may be using AI to squeeze consumers into paying higher prices, and that its AI pricing tools may facilitate collusion between franchisees who should be operating as competitors,” wrote the lawmakers.\n\nU.S. Representatives Greg Casar (D-Texas), Jesús “Chuy” García (D-Ill.), and Mary Gay Scanlon (D-Pa.) also signed the letter.\n\nAccording to recent reports, McDonald’s has developed an AI-based pricing tool that it may be using to recommend specific prices for each individual store, building off the massive trove of consumer data that Amazon has collected through its loyalty program and mobile app. For example, two McDonald’s-operated restaurants just two miles apart in Fresno, California reportedly charged prices that differed by as much as 21 percent for the same menu items. The lawmakers raised particular concerns about McDonald’s use of AI-based pricing at a time when food prices are rising nationwide and particularly at McDonald’s. One report found that certain McDonald’s menu prices doubled between 2014 and 2024, rising more than three times as fast as overall inflation and driving away customers who previously relied on McDonald’s for an affordable meal.\n\n“We are concerned that McDonald’s is using its extensive consumer data and algorithmic pricing tools to unfairly raise prices on consumers who are already struggling with high food and dining costs,” wrote the lawmakers.\n\nThe lawmakers also questioned McDonald’s for reportedly putting pressure on franchisees to adopt its pricing recommendations, including through new business standards and potential consequences for franchise renewals. They warned that encouraging competing franchisees to rely on a shared pricing tool informed by nonpublic data could undermine independent pricing decisions and raise antitrust concerns.\n\n“While McDonald’s asserts that using data and analytics to inform pricing is a standard business practice, pressuring competing franchisees to use a shared AI pricing tool built on nonpublic data is not a standard business practice, but rather a potential antitrust issue,” continued the lawmakers.\n\nThe lawmakers requested answers by November 16, 2026, on the data and algorithms used to generate pricing recommendations, the extent to which franchisees adopt those recommendations, the pressure McDonald’s places on franchisees to comply, and the company’s assessment of potential antitrust risks.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://clarke.house.gov/congresswoman-clarke-issues-statement-on-re-election-to-congress/", "title": "CONGRESSWOMAN CLARKE ISSUES STATEMENT ON RE-ELECTION TO CONGRESS", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://clarke.house.gov/category/press-release/", "domain": "clarke.house.gov", "scraper": "clarke", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001067", "name": "Yvette D. Clarke", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NY", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:\n\nNovember 3, 2026\n\nMEDIA CONTACT:\n\ne: jessica.myers@mail.house.gov\n\nc: 202.913.0126\n\nBROOKLYN, N.Y. – Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) issued the following statement:\n\n“Thank you to the great people of New York’s 9th Congressional District for entrusting me with an 11th term as our community’s federal representative in Washington, D.C. Brooklyn has always been, and will always be, my home. To serve the many decent, diverse, and spirited peoples of our borough, whom I am privileged to call my neighbors, is both a blessing and the honor of my life. When I return to the upcoming Congress, I pledge to continue the work of advancing our progressive agenda, standing firm against oppressive actions and regressive ideologies, and upholding the highest ideals of those who helped build Brooklyn into the beautiful, vibrant community we are proud to call home.”\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://crane.house.gov/2026/11/03/what-arizonans-need-to-know-on-election-day/", "title": "What Arizonans Need to Know on Election Day", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://crane.house.gov/media/", "domain": "crane.house.gov", "scraper": "crane", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001132", "name": "Elijah Crane", "party": "Republican", "state": "AZ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Today, Tuesday, November 3, is Election Day in Arizona. The office of Rep. Eli Crane encourages all eligible constituents to exercise their right to vote. Voting locations across the state are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. MST. Importantly, anyone in line by 7 p.m. can still vote and should not leave.\n\nVoters can find where to cast their ballot at my.arizona.vote. Because voting options differ by county, it is critical to confirm the correct location ahead of time. Flooding may also affect roads and access to these sites. Before traveling, please check arizona.vote or contact your county election office for updates. The state’s website includes emergency voting information for Apache, Coconino, and Navajo Counties.\n\nArizona requires identification to vote in person. Accepted IDs include a valid Arizona driver license and Tribal ID, though some voters may need a second item. To view the full list, please click here. Those without acceptable ID can still cast a conditional provisional ballot, which will count only if they provide proof of identity to county election officials by the post-election deadline.\n\nEarly ballots must be received by 7 p.m. MST today, and the recommended mailing date has passed. Voters who still have one should instead sign and date the envelope, then return it to any voting location in their county.\n\nFor additional information, please call the Arizona Secretary of State’s Office at 1-877-THE-VOTE.", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/photo-release-gottheimer-votes-with-family-on-election-day", "title": "PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Votes with Family on Election Day", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://gottheimer.house.gov/press", "domain": "gottheimer.house.gov", "scraper": "gottheimer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000583", "name": "Josh Gottheimer", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Above: Gottheimer votes with his family in Tenafly.\n\nTENAFLY, NJ — Today, Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) cast his ballot on Election Day in Tenafly, urging all Jersey families to make their voices heard.\n\nWatch videos and message to voters here.\n\n“Voting is the most important thing we do as Americans, and it’s a privilege I never take for granted. I was proud to cast my ballot today alongside my family, right here in our community. Please make a plan to vote today. Every voice matters, and our democracy is only as strong as the people who show up for it,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5).\n\nGottheimer was joined by his wife Marla, his daughter Ellie, and his son Ben.\n\nBelow: Gottheimer votes with his family in Tenafly.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://hamadeh.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=1039", "title": "Congressman Abe Hamadeh Applauds Trump Administration’s Shift from Aid to Trade with Israel", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://hamadeh.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "domain": "hamadeh.house.gov", "scraper": "hamadeh", "member": {"bioguide_id": "H001098", "name": "Abraham J. Hamadeh", "party": "Republican", "state": "AZ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "President Trump’s announcement to end aid to Israel mirrors House Resolution introduced By Congressman Hamadeh\n\nWASHINGTON D.C. – Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ08) has issued the following statement in response to President Donald Trump' announcement today that aid to Israel will end at the end of the year:\n\n“President Trump is right: the future of our relationship with Israel has to be trade, not aid. That’s the message I and my colleague Congressman Marlin Stutzman delivered to Prime Minister Netanyahu in Jerusalem earlier this year, when they laid out the case for ending the $3.8 billion in annual military aid, so Israel buys American weapons and defense technology with its own money.\n\nAmerica First has never meant America alone. It means strong partners, not permanent dependents. Peace through strength. Commerce, not blank checks. That’s how we put the American people first.”\n\nIn June 2026, Congressman Hamadeh and Congressman Marlin Stutzman (IN-03) introduced a House Resolution to transition the United States-Israel relationship away from one of traditional foreign assistance to one of trade.\n\nBACKGROUND\n\nCongressman Hamadeh is a Member of the House Armed Services and Veterans’ Affairs Committees, who is committed to President Trump’s Peace Through Strength agenda by shaping an America First foreign policy that provides long-term stability across the globe.\n\nCongressman Hamadeh is the co-author of the bipartisan Promoting Education on the Abraham Accords for Comprehensive Engagement (PEACE) Act, which aims to strengthen U.S. diplomatic engagement by institutionalizing training on the Abraham Accords and other normalization agreements at the U.S. State Department.", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-applauds-historic-trump-administration-action-end-hidden-pbm-fees", "title": "Harshbarger Applauds Historic Trump Administration Action to End Hidden PBM Fees and Increase Transparency", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "harshbarger.house.gov", "scraper": "harshbarger", "member": {"bioguide_id": "H001086", "name": "Diana Harshbarger", "party": "Republican", "state": "TN", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN), Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Health of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, released the following statement applauding the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) final rule cracking down on hidden pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) fees. Under the rule, PBMs — the middlemen that manage prescription drug benefits — and their affiliated brokers must give employers that fund their own workers’ health plans a written breakdown of all the money they expect to make. That breakdown is due both when a contract is signed or renewed and every six months afterward. Employers also get the right to audit those numbers to make sure they are accurate:\n\n“Where there's mystery, there's margin, and PBMs have made a fortune off both,” said Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger. “As a pharmacist for decades, I've watched these shadowy middlemen pad their pockets at the expense of patients, employers, and the community pharmacies that serve them. Employers footing the bill for their workers' healthcare have been kept in the dark about how PBMs really make their money. Thanks to President Trump and Secretary Sonderling, those days are over. Employers will finally see the hidden rebates, fees, and markups PBMs pocket — and they'll have the right to audit the books. That means better deals, lower prescription drug costs, and more money back in the pockets of American workers and their families.”\n\n“This is a win for every American worker who has ever paid too much at the pharmacy counter,” said Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling. “For years, PBMs have operated in the shadows, pocketing hidden fees while workers and employers were left in the dark. Today, President Trump is delivering the transparency Americans deserve – and putting American workers first.”\n\n“More transparency means more competition, and more competition means lower health care costs,” said Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. “Today’s new rule represents a significant step forward in this Administration’s all-of-government effort to take the guesswork out of shopping for health care – an effort in which Labor, CMS, and numerous other agencies and departments all have important roles to play.”\n\nBACKGROUND:\n\nOn November 2, the U.S. Department of Labor finalized a rule of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the federal law that governs employer-sponsored health plans. The rule requires PBMs — the middlemen that negotiate drug prices and run prescription drug benefits for health plans — to disclose to employers exactly how they get paid. It covers large employers that pay for their workers’ healthcare directly instead of buying coverage from an insurance company. It also applies to the brokers and consultants tied to PBMs. President Trump first directed the Labor Department to propose stricter transparency rules in his April 15, 2025, executive order, “Lowering Drug Prices by Once Again Putting Americans First.”\n\nUnder the rule:\n\nPBMs must give employers a written breakdown of all the money they expect to make from their contract — when the contract is signed or renewed, and every six months after that, or every three months if the employer asks.\n\nFor the first time, PBMs must disclose three major sources of hidden profit:\n\nRebates and other payments from drug companies;\n\nThe “spread,” when a PBM charges a health plan more for a drug than it pays the pharmacy and keeps the difference; and\n\nFees PBMs take back from pharmacies after a prescription is filled.\n\nEmployers can audit the numbers to make sure they are accurate.\n\nThe rule applies to employers with roughly 100 or more employees or plan members.\n\nSelf-insured employer health plans cover about 90 million Americans. The Labor Department projects the rule will lower prescription drug costs for plans and participants by as much as $22 billion over 10 years. The rule takes effect January 4, 2027, and applies to plan years beginning on or after July 1, 2027.\n\nCongresswoman Harshbarger championed two bills that laid the groundwork for this rule:\n\nPBM Reform Act: Introduced in July 2025 with Congressman Buddy Carter (R-GA), the bipartisan bill would require PBMs to give employers and patients semiannual reports on drug spending, rebates and formulary decisions, and would decouple PBM compensation from drug prices in Medicare Part D. Provisions of the bill helped shape the PBM reforms President Trump signed into law Feb. 3 as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 — the law this rule implements. That law also requires PBMs to pass 100% of manufacturer rebates and fees through to employer plans for plan years beginning on or after August 3, 2028.\n\nPBM Sunshine and Accountability Act: Introduced in April 2023, the bill would require PBMs to report the rebates and fees they receive from drug manufacturers — including amounts they keep rather than pass through to health plans — and the payments they claw back from pharmacies, and would extend that reporting to employer group health plans. The Labor Department rule now requires PBMs to disclose many of the same categories of compensation directly to employers.\n\nCLICK HERE to read more.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://jayapal.house.gov/2026/11/03/jayapal-helps-secure-department-of-transportation-grant-award-for-safer-streets-in-seattle/", "title": "Jayapal Helps Secure Department of Transportation Grant Award for Safer Streets in Seattle", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/", "domain": "jayapal.house.gov", "scraper": "jayapal", "member": {"bioguide_id": "J000298", "name": "Pramila Jayapal", "party": "Democrat", "state": "WA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement following the announcement that the City of Seattle’s Department of Transportation (SDOT) was awarded $9,675,459 through the United States Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All grant. This grant will support the implementation of safety improvements at six high-injury locations across Seattle to ensure safer conditions for drivers and pedestrians.\n\n“This funding is a big win for our city as we continue our work to invest in enhanced street safety in vulnerable and high-risk areas,” said Jayapal. “I was proud to support this project, and in Congress, I will continue to work to bring home federal money to support projects that prioritize safety for pedestrians, bikers, and drivers across our city.”\n\n“Thank you to Congresswoman Jayapal, and our congressional delegation for supporting Seattle and helping to secure this $10 million street safety grant. Safety is my top priority, and traffic safety is one of our community’s top concerns. This funding will make a meaningful impact and support our work to prevent traffic injuries and deaths and ensure that everyone in Seattle can get around our city safely,” said Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson.\n\n“This Safe Streets grant will add to our Vision Zero traffic safety efforts, funding street pavement upgrades to prevent people driving from skidding off the street and harming themselves or others. It also means we can enhance traffic signals in Pioneer Square and the Chinatown – International District to be more responsive to pedestrians and emergency vehicles. We are deeply appreciative of the ongoing leadership of our congressional delegation for your ongoing work to help Seattle secure this and several other federal traffic safety grants in recent years,” said SDOT Acting Director Angela Brady.\n\nThis project, titled Safer Streets for Seattle: Addressing Our City’s Evolving Roadway Safety Needs, addresses roadway issues that contribute to serious injuries and fatal crashes throughout Seattle’s most impacted and at-risk intersections and roadways. Through its Vision Zero Action Plan, SDOT is committed to eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries on city streets by prioritizing the corridors and intersections where crashes are most severe and happen most often. With the support of this grant, SDOT will install high-friction surface treatments to reduce skidding, upgrade traffic signals, and conduct further data analysis to identify crash patterns and risks.\n\nJayapal’s letter of support for this grant can be found here.", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://lofgren.house.gov/media/press-releases/lofgren-statement-democrats-retaking-house-majority", "title": "Lofgren Statement on Democrats Retaking House Majority", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://lofgren.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "lofgren.house.gov", "scraper": "lofgren", "member": {"bioguide_id": "L000397", "name": "Zoe Lofgren", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "SAN JOSÉ, CA — Today, Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Chair of the California Democratic Congressional Delegation, released the following statement after the Associated Press projected that Democrats have retaken the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n“I’m so proud of the millions of Americans who cast their votes over the last few weeks to make their voices heard. Regardless of who you voted for, the new Democratic majority in the House is committed to lowering your costs, protecting your healthcare, and defending your rights,\" said Rep. Lofgren. “I look forward to serving in the 120th Congress and continuing my work on the Judiciary Committee and Science, Space, and Technology Committee. As Chair of the California Democratic Congressional Delegation, I’m also excited to welcome our newest Members from the Golden State and see them thrive in their new roles. There’s a big mess in Washington that must be cleaned up, and it’s going to take a united and focused House Democratic caucus to fix the issues our country faces. Let’s get to work and get this country back on track.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://min.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-min-and-senator-welch-demand-answers-former-trump-attorney", "title": "Representative Min and Senator Welch Demand Answers from Former Trump Attorney Alina Habba-Mildon on Influence over President’s Pardon of Corrupt Venezuelan Banker Julio Herrera Velutini", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://min.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "min.house.gov", "scraper": "min", "member": {"bioguide_id": "M001241", "name": "Dave Min", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington, DC. — U.S. Representative Dave Min (D-CA-47), Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus’ Anti-Corruption Task Force and U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, are demanding answers from former Senior Adviser to the Attorney General Alina Mildon on her reported role in President Trump’s decision to grant Julio Herrera Velutini—who pleaded guilty to violating U.S. campaign finance laws—a full presidential pardon. The letters come as President Trump criticized his former attorney’s $50 million agreement with Mr. Herrera as “totally obnoxious and outrageous,” and “not acceptable.”\n\nIn their letters, the lawmakers express concern that the timing of Ms. Habba-Mildon’s hiring and Mr. Herrera’s daughter’s contribution to MAGA Inc. raise questions about whether improper considerations, including quid pro quo or “pay-to-play” dynamics, may have affected President Trump’s decision to pardon him. These letters are part of a broader bicameral investigation led by Representative Min and Senator Welch into potential corruption surrounding President Trump’s decisions to grant presidential pardons.\n\nThe lawmakers write: “Article II, Section 2, Clause 1 of the U.S. Constitution authorizes the President to ‘grant Reprieves and Pardons for Offenses against the United States, except in Cases of Impeachment.’ The U.S. Supreme Court has characterized executive clemency as ‘an act of grace’ exercised for the ‘public welfare.’ President Trump’s use of this authority appears to deviate from this traditional purpose. Congress has a compelling interest in ensuring that the constitutional pardon power is exercised with fairness and transparency. Given these circumstances, we are seeking additional information to better understand the extent to which influence and access may have overridden the standard pardon review process.”\n\nIn August 2022, Mr. Herrera was criminally charged with providing $300,000 to a super political action committee (PAC) in violation of a campaign finance law barring contributions or donations by foreign nationals to U.S. federal, state, or local elections. Mr. Herrera financially supported the reelection campaign of Puerto Rico’s governor in exchange for her pledge to remove a top banking regulator who had scrutinized one of Mr. Herrera’s banks.\n\nAccording to public reporting, Ms. Mildon entered into an employment agreement with Mr. Herrera’s family in late 2025, while she was serving as an adviser at the Justice Department. She also previously served as President Trump’s personal lawyer and as the Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey. In the hiring contract, Mr. Velutini’s family agreed to pay her $50 million over four years to be general counsel at Concord Partners, a company set up by Mr. Velutini’s daughter days before she signed the contract. Ms. Mildon finalized the deal with Concord Partners while she was still serving at the Justice Department.\n\nMs. Mildon then began working for Concord Partners on January 1, 2026, while serving as a senior adviser to then-Attorney General Pam Bondi, overseeing U.S. attorneys. Two weeks later, Mr. Herrera received a pardon on January 15, 2026. Since President Trump’s election in November 2024, his 27-year-old daughter, a self-employed financial consultant, also donated $3.5 million to MAGA Inc., a Trump-supporting super PAC.\n\nRead and download the lawmakers’ full letters to Alina Habba-Mildon and Julio Herrera Velutini.\n\nIn May, Senator Welch and Rep. Min sent letters to 17 individuals who received pardons or commutations under circumstances that warrant further congressional scrutiny, including several individuals connected to major fraud schemes, financial crimes, and high-profile political or financial relationships tied to President Trump and his associates. The earlier letters sought information regarding the clemency process, including whether financial contributions, lobbyists, intermediaries, or personal connections played a role in securing presidential clemency.\n\nAmong the individuals who received letters are convicted fraudsters, political fundraisers, corporate executives, and wealthy donors, such as Changpeng Zhao, whose cases have generated public reporting suggesting unusual access to Trump’s network of political allies and associates, direct lobbying efforts, large political donations, or other concerning connections surrounding their clemency requests.\n\nThe lawmakers continued their investigation in June, sending four additional letters to the Department of Justice’s Office of the Pardon Attorney, the White House Office of Records Management, the White House Pardon Czar, and the United States Secret Service. In October, the lawmakers initiated a probe into the influence of cabinet members, U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin, in Trump’s decision to pardon convicted felons.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-neguse-issues-statement-following-oral-arguments-dc-circuit-court-appeals", "title": "Rep. Neguse Issues Statement Following Oral Arguments Before D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in Neguse v. ICE", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://neguse.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "neguse.house.gov", "scraper": "neguse", "member": {"bioguide_id": "N000191", "name": "Joe Neguse", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CO", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington, D.C. — Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse issued the following statement upon conclusion of oral arguments in Neguse et al. v. ICE et al. before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit:\n\n“Members of Congress will not be intimidated or deterred from ensuring DHS, ICE, and the federal government are held accountable to the rule of law. Real time oversight is a fundamental responsibility for those of us elected to serve the American people and we will continue to exercise it as a vital tool for delivering transparency to the public. Continued attempts by the Trump administration to ignore or impede our lawful authority in this matter cannot go unchallenged.”\n\nRep. Neguse led 13 Members of Congress in suing the Trump administration after it unlawfully denied them entry to federal immigration detention facilities. Earlier this year, the plaintiffs secured a victory when a federal court ordered the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to restore the Members’ oversight authority. However, ICE has since appealed the District Court’s ruling, seeking once again to limit the right of Members of Congress to investigate detention conditions, ensure compliance with the law, and respond to growing reports of abuse and violence inside detention centers.\n\nNeguse and his fellow Members of Congress are represented in the matter by Democracy Forward Foundation and American Oversight.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://pelosi.house.gov/news/press-releases/pelosi-statement-historic-democratic-victory-house", "title": "Pelosi Statement on Historic Democratic Victory in the House", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://pelosi.house.gov/news/press-releases", "domain": "pelosi.house.gov", "scraper": "pelosi", "member": {"bioguide_id": "P000197", "name": "Nancy Pelosi", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "San Francisco – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement after Democrats won the House majority, paving the way for Hakeem Jeffries to be the next Speaker of the House:\n\n“Tonight, the American people have changed the course of our country. By electing a Democratic House majority, they have broken Washington’s Republican monopoly on power and restored a constitutional check on a President who has governed as though none should exist. They have demanded lower costs, better healthcare and a government that fights for working families.\n\n“With tremendous personal pride, I congratulate our next Speaker, Hakeem Jeffries. Exactly twenty years after I became the first woman to hold the gavel, he will make history as the first Black Speaker of the House. I know the strength, judgment and resolve that office demands. Hakeem has those qualities in abundance. He has led Democrats to this extraordinary victory, and he will be a magnificent Speaker.\n\n“To our outstanding candidates and tireless grassroots volunteers: you refused to surrender our country’s future, and you have secured the power to change it. Now, we must honor that victory by lowering costs, defending Social Security and Medicare, protecting our freedoms and holding this Administration accountable. The American people have rendered their verdict. The People’s House will carry it out.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://robinkelly.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-robin-kelly-congratulates-illinois-congressional", "title": "CONGRESSWOMAN ROBIN KELLY CONGRATULATES ILLINOIS CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ON ELECTION VICTORIES", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://robinkelly.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "domain": "robinkelly.house.gov", "scraper": "robinkelly", "member": {"bioguide_id": "K000385", "name": "Robin L. Kelly", "party": "Democrat", "state": "IL", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Matteson, IL. – U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (IL-02) issued the following statement today congratulating the members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation on their election and reelection to the United States Congress:\n\n\"I send heartfelt congratulations to each member of our Illinois Congressional Delegation on their election and reelection victories. It has been the honor of my life to serve alongside each of these dedicated public servants who wake up every single day ready to fight for working families and underrepresented communities and protect our fundamental civil rights.\n\nI am thrilled to celebrate my successor, Donna Miller, a proven public servant whose leadership on the Cook County Board and commitment to equity will serve the Second Congressional District well.\n\nOur state’s strength lies in its diversity, and as the congressional delegation carries this work forward, we remain dedicated to serving every community across Illinois.\n\nFrom the streets of Chicago to our rural communities, this delegation will continue putting people over politics to fight for the future every Illinoisan deserves.\"\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://torres.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/representative-norma-torres-wins-reelection-to-120th-congress", "title": "Representative Norma Torres Wins Reelection to 120th Congress", "date": "2026-11-03", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://torres.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "domain": "torres.house.gov", "scraper": "torres", "member": {"bioguide_id": "T000474", "name": "Norma J. Torres", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Inland Empire voters send a clear message: Lower costs, protect our rights, and put working families first\n\nPomona, CA — Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres released the following statement following her reelection to represent California’s 35th Congressional District in the 120th Congress:\n\n“I am deeply grateful to the people of the Inland Empire for once again placing their trust in me. This victory belongs to the hardworking families who deserve a government that puts their needs first.\n\n“Donald Trump and Republicans have driven up costs, attacked our communities, abused their power, and put wealthy interests ahead of working families. The voters have sent a clear message: Enough is enough. Americans deserve affordable health care, good-paying jobs, safe communities, and leaders who deliver results instead of chaos.\n\n“As a former 9-1-1 dispatcher, I know what it means to answer the call, and I will bring that same urgency to the 120th Congress. I will hold this administration accountable, defend our freedoms, and stand up to anyone who puts political power ahead of the American people. The Inland Empire deserves a representative who never loses sight of the families she serves, and united to continue to deliver. We have made real progress, but there is more work ahead to lower costs, expand opportunities, and build a stronger future for our communities. I am ready to get back to work and make every day of the 120th Congress count.”\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-04T12:49:32Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-04T12:50:20Z"}
{"url": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases/case-you-missed-it-congressman-al-green-shares-remarks-2026-midterms", "title": "IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Congressman Al Green Shares Remarks on the 2026 Midterms", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://algreen.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "algreen.house.gov", "scraper": "algreen", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000553", "name": "Al Green", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Congressman Al Green Shares Remarks on the 2026 Midterms", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-issues-statement-re-election-us-house-representatives", "title": "Congressman Thompson Issues Statement on Re-Election to U.S. House of Representatives", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "benniethompson.house.gov", "scraper": "benniethompson", "member": {"bioguide_id": "T000193", "name": "Bennie G. Thompson", "party": "Democrat", "state": "MS", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) issued the following statement on his re-election to an 18th term in the U.S. House of Representatives:\n\n“I am deeply grateful to the people of Mississippi's Second Congressional District for once again placing their faith and trust in me to represent them in Congress for an 18th term. I do not take that responsibility lightly, and my commitment to standing up for your interests and ensuring that the voices of Mississippians are heard in Washington remains unchanged.\n\n“As I return to the 120th Congress, I look forward to the opportunity to serve as Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee and to hold the Trump Administration accountable, while continuing to advocate for the needs of our district and address the challenges facing our nation. We have accomplished much together, but there is still important work to be done.\n\n“Thank you for your continued trust and for allowing me the privilege of serving you.\n\n“Keep the faith!”", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://beyer.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=9276", "title": "Beyer Statement On 2026 Midterm", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://beyer.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27", "domain": "beyer.house.gov", "scraper": "beyer", "member": {"bioguide_id": "B001292", "name": "Donald S. Beyer, Jr.", "party": "Democrat", "state": "VA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), who represents a Northern Virginia district in the U.S. House and serves as the Senior House Democrat on Congress’ Joint Economic Committee, issued the following statement today:\n\n“Donald Trump and J.D. Vance were elected on promises to lower prices and end wars. Instead, they plunged the country into an endless nightmare of inflation, corruption, and illegal military aggression. They embarrassed our good name abroad, embracing our adversaries and alienating our allies, and put our economy in a vice grip with disastrous tariffs. They dismantled the people’s government, took a chainsaw to the federal workforce, and brought violence and mayhem into peaceful communities while putting violent criminals back on the street. They gutted health care and food assistance for millions while lining their own pockets and the pockets of their families and donors. Republicans in Congress were willing participants in the Trump-Vance debacle, surrendering the constitutional prerogatives of the Legislative Branch to serve as a rubber stamp.\n\n“The American people have had enough. Their anger and disgust rose yesterday in a historic tsunami that swept Republicans from power, including many who few expected to face serious competition. People want a Congress that will listen to them, work for them, and fix their problems, rather than catering to the insane whims of a mad king. Democrats will answer that call, with a majority that fights for American values and the good of all Americans. We will fight to end Trump’s illegal war, repeal his price-raising tariffs, and undo his cost-increasing health care cuts that left millions without coverage. And we will bring accountability to the most corrupt administration in American history.\n\n“I am grateful to Northern Virginians for their trust in me to keep serving as their Congressman, I thank everyone who poured their time and effort into yesterday’s elections, and I look forward to tackling the vitally important work that lies before us.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://castro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/castro-calls-on-ice-to-release-el-paso-family-locked-away-at-dilley-trailer-prison", "title": "Castro Calls On ICE To Release El Paso Family Locked Away At Dilley Trailer Prison", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://castro.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "domain": "castro.house.gov", "scraper": "castro", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001091", "name": "Joaquin Castro", "party": "Democrat", "state": "TX", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "SAN ANTONIO, TX — Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement:\n\n“Michell Germán should be getting ready for Senior Night this Friday. Instead, she’s locked away at the Dilley Trailer Prison with her parents and younger sister. I met with the family last week. Michell is a bright young student at a magnet school in El Paso, the Center for Career and Technology Education, who’s working toward her cosmetology license and dreams of a career in medicine. Her younger sister Paola attends Lamar Elementary and is only 11 years old.\n\n“On Friday, Michell's teammates will carry her picture onto the field. But she's missing memories she'll never get back.\n\n“ICE should release the family immediately. Now is the time for Democrats to get to work, shut down the Dilley Trailer Prison, and end family detention once and for all.”\n\nCastro met with the Germán family during his visit to the Dilley Trailer Prison on October 30, 2026.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://conaway.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-conaway-statement-election-results", "title": "Congressman Conaway Statement on the Election Results", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://conaway.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "conaway.house.gov", "scraper": "conaway", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001136", "name": "Herbert C. Conaway, Jr.", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NJ", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Washington D.C. — Today, Congressman Herb Conaway Jr., MD released the following statement on last night’s election results:\n\n“I am absolutely honored, humbled, and deeply appreciative of the confidence and support of the people of New Jersey’s 3rd Congressional District. They have entrusted me with an incredible privilege and an enormous responsibility, one that I am proud to have worked so hard to earn: the opportunity to continue serving our home in Central and South Jersey and fighting for our shared values in Washington, D.C.\n\n“Last night, the American people spoke, and their message was clear: enough is enough.\n\n“The results of this election have made clear that the American people expect their elected representatives to deliver. We have a responsibility to meet that expectation: a responsibility to lower costs for working families, ensure that everyone has access to quality, affordable health care, and hold this Administration accountable for its actions.\n\n“I will work every single day in the next Congress to make sure the will of the people is heard and their priorities are met. I will never forget the responsibility that my constituents have placed in my hands. The work ahead will not be easy, and there will undoubtedly be challenges along the way. But we will not back down, we will not give up, and we will never stop fighting for the people we represent.\n\n“Last night was a victory, but tomorrow the work begins. And I am ready to get to work.”\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://evans.house.gov/media/press-releases/evans-never-ever-doubt-your-vote-matters", "title": "Evans: ‘Never, ever doubt that your vote matters!’", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://evans.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "evans.house.gov", "scraper": "evans", "member": {"bioguide_id": "E000296", "name": "Dwight Evans", "party": "Democrat", "state": "PA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "PHILADELPHIA (Nov. 4, 2026) – Congressman Dwight Evans (D-PA-3) issued this statement today:\n\n“Never, ever doubt that your vote matters! I want to congratulate future Speaker Hakeem Jeffries and all of the new and returning House Democrats, including Rep. Chris Rabb in my district.\n\n“Americans have delivered a resounding ‘No’ to the forever war with Iran and to arbitrary blanket tariff-taxes - the twin causes of high gas and food prices; ‘No’ to cuts to health care and food assistance; ‘No’ to corruption; and ‘No’ to tax cuts for the wealthiest.\n\n“Now is a time to be clear-eyed about the opportunity we have been given and focus on priorities and reforms that have broad support - governing for the mainstream rather than the extreme as the departing Republican majorities have done.\n\n“I also congratulate Governor Shapiro and Democrats in the Pennsylvania legislature on winning a historic victory and the opportunity to raise the minimum wage and Get Stuff Done on so many other fronts for Pennsylvanians!\n\n“All of this is ONLY possible because we the people voted.”\n\nEvans represents the 3rd Congressional District, which includes Northwest and West Philadelphia and parts of North, South, Southwest and Center City Philadelphia. He previously announced that his office returned to or saved $9.6 million for constituents in 2025 in cases involving federal agencies such as the IRS, Social Security Administration and Department of Veterans Affairs. The 2025 figure brings Evans’ office’s total to more than $55.1 million returned to or saved for constituents during his first nine years in Congress.\n\nEvans’ website is evans.house.gov and his social media handle is @RepDwightEvans on YouTube, Bluesky, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Threads.\\\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://jeffries.house.gov/2026/11/04/dear-colleague-announcing-candidacy-for-speaker-of-the-house/", "title": "Dear Colleague Announcing Candidacy for Speaker of the House", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://jeffries.house.gov/category/press-release/page/", "domain": "jeffries.house.gov", "scraper": "jeffries", "member": {"bioguide_id": "J000294", "name": "Hakeem S. Jeffries", "party": "Democrat", "state": "NY", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Dear Colleague:\n\nAmerica is back!\n\nCongratulations on your election to the 120th Congress. I write to humbly request your support in connection with my candidacy to serve as the next Speaker of the House of Representatives.\n\nAlmost two years ago, Donald Trump was sworn into office in the same Capitol where he incited a violent mob to try and overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The days, weeks and months that followed were deeply challenging. MAGA extremists tried to break America. A flood-the-zone strategy was unleashed throughout the land. But our country is a resilient one.\n\nIn the face of great turmoil and uncertainty, House Democrats did not back down. Together, we stood in the breach, aggressively pushed back against the Trump Administration’s extremism and overwhelmingly turned the tide.\n\nIn the 119th Congress, House Democrats forcefully stood up for the American people and charted a path for dramatic change. We remained unified and as a Caucus repeatedly delivered. House Democrats:\n\n1. Exposed the harm done by the One Big Ugly Bill, relentlessly denouncing the largest cut to Medicaid in American history while Republicans provided massive tax breaks to their billionaire donors.\n\n2. Established a first-of-its-kind litigation task force to oppose the Trump Administration in court, helping win critical cases to uphold birthright citizenship, protect the right to vote by mail and stop the President from unilaterally deploying the National Guard to intimidate the American people.\n\n3. Led the fight for transparency and accountability in connection with the Epstein Files, partnering with the courageous and patriotic survivors while exposing the ongoing cover-up by the Department of Justice.\n\n4. Decisively won the healthcare battle in connection with the 43-day government shutdown, setting the stage for the House to pass a three-year extension of the Affordable Care Act tax credits over the objection of Republican leadership.\n\n5. Refused to provide taxpayer dollars to Donald Trump’s violent mass deportation machine because we believe that immigration enforcement should be fair, just and humane.\n\n6. Repeatedly forced successful votes through historic use of the discharge petition, passing legislation to restore TPS for Haitian migrants, enforce the right to a swift negotiation of union contracts and repeal the Trump Administration’s Executive Order banning collective bargaining for over a million federal workers.\n\n7. Aggressively opposed the reckless and costly war of choice in Iran, which has skyrocketed gas prices while undermining our national security.\n\n8. Kept the pressure on corrupt and incompetent cabinet officials, forcing Kristi Noem and Pam Bondi to resign in disgrace.\n\n9. Obliterated the Republican gerrymandering scheme that MAGA extremists claimed would net 16 seats and thereby made sure there was a free and fair election.\n\n10. Delivered the most meaningful housing affordability bill in 40 years, reinforcing our commitment to drive down the high cost of living for everyday Americans.\n\nAgainst all odds, House Democrats were consistently successful in the minority. We must now deliver the dramatic change the American people are demanding in the majority.\n\nIn the new Congress, we will aggressively fight for an affordable America. Life is way too expensive, and millions of hardworking taxpayers are drowning in this failed economy. As part of our effort to turn things around, every single member of our majority will play a meaningful role. My goal is to empower you to act decisively in three key areas: (1) Affordability (2) Accountability and (3) American Values.\n\nAffordability\n\nDonald Trump and House Republicans promised to lower costs on Day One. They failed. Instead, toxic GOP policies like the Trump tariffs and war in Iran have done the exact opposite. People are suffering. Everyday Americans can’t thrive and can barely survive.\n\nHouse Democrats must do everything in our power to meaningfully lower the high cost of living. In doing so, we will try to find bipartisan common ground whenever and wherever possible. Earlier this year, our Caucus established five working groups to address the affordability crisis: (1) housing; (2) healthcare; (3) groceries and goods; (4) gas and utilities and (5) caregiving. In partnership with our Chairs, the committees of jurisdiction and the entire Caucus, it’s imperative that we get to work immediately. Accordingly, we must decisively address these affordability issues in the new Congress. Here in America, when you work hard and play by the rules, you should be able to live an affordable life, a comfortable life and a good life. That’s the American dream, and House Democrats are determined to revive it.\n\nIn addition to the forward progress that we must make in the next two years, there is a lot of damage done by the MAGA extremists that needs to be repaired. During the first 100 days, House Democrats must act to reverse the Medicaid cuts, restore SNAP funding, extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits, eradicate the Trump tariffs and stop the reckless war of choice in Iran. The era of MAGA extremism is coming to a crashing end.\n\nAccountability\n\nThe days of the House functioning like a wholly owned subsidiary of the Trump Administration are over. Congress will assume its place as a check and balance on an out-of-control executive branch.\n\nWe must root out corrupt price gouging, clean up the mess at the Supreme Court and ban Members of Congress from trading stocks. Accountability begins at home.\n\nThe massive corruption the country has experienced from the Trump Cartel explains why very little is getting done to help everyday Americans. That changes immediately. Anyone who is stealing from the American people, ripping off the American people or screwing over the American people can no longer hide. We are going to hold the crooks accountable.\n\nAmerican Values\n\nFinally, we must restore classic American values like liberty and justice for all, equal protection under the law, the unfettered right to vote in a representative democracy and our heritage as a nation of immigrants. To that end, I look forward to drawing upon the insights and perspectives of every single part of the Caucus in the days and weeks ahead. House Democrats must deliver dramatic change.\n\nMAGA extremists failed to break our country. The American people have now broken the fever of MAGA extremism once and for all. Our hard-fought success gives us the opportunity to restore the promise of an affordable America in every community. The next chapter in our country’s 250-year journey begins today.\n\nThank you for your consideration of my candidacy to serve as the 57th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives.\n\nSincerely,\n\nHakeem Jeffries\n\nDemocratic Leader", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://jordan.house.gov/media/press-releases/jim-jordan-dear-colleague-letter-minority-leader", "title": "Jim Jordan Dear Colleague Letter on Minority Leader", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://jordan.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "jordan.house.gov", "scraper": "jordan", "member": {"bioguide_id": "J000289", "name": "Jim Jordan", "party": "Republican", "state": "OH", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "November 4, 2026\nPress Release\nRead Congressman Jordan's Dear Colleague letter\nhere\n.", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://kevinmullin.house.gov/2026/11/04/rep-mullins-statement-on-democrats-winning-house-majority/", "title": "Rep. Mullin’s Statement on Democrats Winning House Majority", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://kevinmullin.house.gov/category/press_release/", "domain": "kevinmullin.house.gov", "scraper": "kevinmullin", "member": {"bioguide_id": "M001225", "name": "Kevin Mullin", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The American people have spoken loud and clear: they want leaders who will fight to lower costs, protect access to affordable health care, root out corruption, and defend human rights.\n\nTrump and Republicans’ destructive policies have caused immense pain and suffering across the country. While that damage will not be undone overnight, we can begin to rebuild through hard work, accountability, and a renewed commitment to putting the needs of the American people first.\n\nI am grateful for the trust my constituents have once again placed in me and I look forward to welcoming a new freshman class. As we prepare to be in the House majority next year, I am committed to continuing to advance an agenda to put families over billionaires, end foreign wars, and hold the Trump Administration accountable for its rampant corruption.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://lofgren.house.gov/media/press-releases/ranking-member-lofgren-announces-she-will-seek-chair-house-science-committee", "title": "Ranking Member Lofgren Announces She Will Seek Chair of House Science Committee as Democrats Win Control of Congress", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://lofgren.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "lofgren.house.gov", "scraper": "lofgren", "member": {"bioguide_id": "L000397", "name": "Zoe Lofgren", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "(Washington, DC) — This morning, Ranking Member Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) made the following statement after Democrats secured the majority of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm election:\n\n“Yesterday, the American people chose stability over chaos,” said Ranking Member Lofgren. “They chose people and policies that will make not only their lives better, but the lives of future generations better. Americans chose science and reason. They’ve put their trust in Democrats and our ability to deliver on our promises.\n\nShe continued: “I will be seeking the Chair of the House Science Committee. First and foremost, as Chairwoman, I will work to put a stop to Trump’s politicization of science. We will hold this administration accountable for the damage they have done to the American scientific enterprise. The oversight and investigations work we’ve been doing for the past two years in the minority will continue. We have a lot of work to do, and we’ll be ready to hit the ground running come the start of the 120th Congress, with Democrats in control of the House and Senate.\n\n“We will also set out to fix what Trump has broken. We’ll restore and advance support for our premiere science institutions and the dedicated people who work there. We will build protections for federal science and innovation programs so Trump-era corruption cannot happen again.\n\n“The future is unfolding before us with groundbreaking technologies like AI, quantum, and fusion energy. We need to build responsible regulations for AI while also fostering innovation. We must invest holistically in quantum to meet emerging challenges for our competitiveness in this field. This administration’s climate denialism has set us back. We need to advance climate solutions now. Fusion, with its limitless, emission-free power, will help us achieve our clean energy future. Breakthrough after breakthrough in fusion energy science has been encouraging—and we need to match this momentum with federal support.\n\n“The U.S. research ecosystem used to be the envy of the world. People brought their ideas and energy here—and our Nation reaped the rewards of that talent in discoveries and the resulting economic growth. That is now all at risk. I will stop at nothing to earn back the trust of our allies across the globe, end the brain drain, restore scientific integrity across our agencies, and reaffirm our leadership in science. The American people deserve no less.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-nancy-mace-congratulates-nancy-lacore-sc-01-victory", "title": "Rep. Nancy Mace Congratulates Nancy LaCore on SC-01 Victory", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://mace.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "mace.house.gov", "scraper": "mace", "member": {"bioguide_id": "M000194", "name": "Nancy Mace", "party": "Republican", "state": "SC", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "CHARLESTON, S.C. (Nov. 4, 2026) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace today issued the following statement congratulating Congresswoman-elect Nancy LaCore on her victory in South Carolina's First Congressional District:\n\n“Congratulations to Congresswoman-elect Nancy LaCore on her win last night, and to all of South Carolina’s newly elected officials.\n\n“Serving the people of South Carolina is a tremendous responsibility. I wish each of them success as they begin this next chapter of public service.\n\n“Our office is committed to ensuring a smooth transition because serving our constituents comes FIRST. Anyone who needs help can reach us anytime at mace.house.gov/constituentservices.\n\n“It has been the honor of my lifetime to serve South Carolina. I will continue to work hard for the Lowcountry until my very last day.”\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-morgan-mcgarvey-on-1-year-commemoration-of-ups-plane-crash-in-louisville", "title": "Congressman Morgan McGarvey on 1 Year Commemoration of UPS Plane Crash in Louisville", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "mcgarvey.house.gov", "scraper": "mcgarvey", "member": {"bioguide_id": "M001220", "name": "Morgan McGarvey", "party": "Democrat", "state": "KY", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Louisville, KY (November 4, 2026) – Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement one year after the tragic UPS plane crash that took the lives of fifteen people and injured dozens of Louisvillians near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport:\n\n“Today, a year after the devastating plane crash in Louisville, we continue to mourn those we lost, hold their loved ones close in our hearts, and express our gratitude for the hard and incredible work of our first responders. On this especially painful day, our strength lies in our ability to support each other, grieve together, and rebuild as a community.”\n\n###\n\nCongressman Morgan McGarvey represents Kentucky’s Third Congressional District, including Louisville and Jefferson County. He serves on the House Veterans Affairs, Small Business, and Budget Committees.", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://morgangriffith.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=405867", "title": "Griffith Announces $2 Million ARC Grant for Regional Workforce Development", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://morgangriffith.house.gov/news/", "domain": "morgangriffith.house.gov", "scraper": "morgangriffith", "member": {"bioguide_id": "G000568", "name": "H. Morgan Griffith", "party": "Republican", "state": "VA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area Consortium, whose board is based in Radford, Virginia, a $2,000,000 grant for workforce development. The funding will support the training of 450 individuals and help 75 businesses access a developed workforce and/or related services.\n\nIn response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement:\n\n“A strengthened workforce in Southwest Virginia produces better opportunity.\n\n“This ARC grant for $2 million helps the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area Consortium develop a talent pool that benefits growth in our regional workforce and local economy.”\n\nBACKGROUND\n\nProject “POWERing Pathways: Advancing Southwest Virginia’s Workforce” will expand access to training programs for roughly 450 people. These opportunities will serve businesses and employees throughout Bland, Carroll, Floyd, Giles, Grayson, Montgomery, Pulaski, Smyth, Washington and Wythe Counties. The talent pool in the Cities of Bristol, Galax and Radford will also receive support.\n\nARC will collaborate with community partners and advance relationships in high-demand employment sectors related to health care, manufacturing and skilled trades.\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://panetta.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-panettas-statement-his-2026-reelection", "title": "Rep. Panetta’s Statement on His 2026 Reelection", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://panetta.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "panetta.house.gov", "scraper": "panetta", "member": {"bioguide_id": "P000613", "name": "Jimmy Panetta", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "Monterey, CA – United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) released the following statement on the results of his 2026 reelection:\n\n“I am deeply honored and humbled that the people of California’s 19th Congressional District again elected me to represent them in the United States Congress. My work in Congress has always been guided by the principle that good governing is good politics. Tonight’s overwhelming results reaffirm that belief, bolster my work, and strengthen my commitment to delivering for the people that I proudly serve.\n\n“Over the past two years, the division and dysfunction in Washington could lead many across the nation to be disillusioned and disengage from the responsibilities of living in our democracy. However, tonight’s results demonstrate that Americans don’t cower during dark times. Instead, we face our challenges, stand together, and embrace our obligations through the democratic process of voting. By giving us robust Democratic majorities in the House and Senate, the American voters also gave us a mandate to govern in the 120th Congress.\n\n“With our agency, we must now set the agenda and provide answers for Americans when it comes to the issues of affordability and accountability. Living up to our Constitutional responsibilities and our system of checks and balances, we will legislate to bring down the cost of living, and, at the same time, we will investigate any and all misdeeds by this Administration. I look forward to upholding my Constitutional oath through my service in the 120th Congress, my willingness to work with anybody who helps me govern, and my will to fight anybody who threatens our democratic values.”\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://pelosi.house.gov/news/press-releases/pelosi-statement-californias-11th-congressional-district-election", "title": "Pelosi Statement on California’s 11th Congressional District Election", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://pelosi.house.gov/news/press-releases", "domain": "pelosi.house.gov", "scraper": "pelosi", "member": {"bioguide_id": "P000197", "name": "Nancy Pelosi", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "San Francisco — Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the results of the election for California’s 11th Congressional District:\n\n“Connie Chan brought courage, conviction and a deep love for San Francisco to this campaign. As a working mom, a public servant, and an immigrant, she gave voice to families whose struggles she knows firsthand. I was proud to support her, and I am so proud of the campaign she ran.\n\n“To Connie and the volunteers, workers and community leaders who stood with her: your work matters beyond this election. The people you brought together and the voices you lifted up will continue to strengthen our city. San Francisco needs your organizing, your advocacy and your determination to build a better future.\n\n“I congratulate Scott Wiener on his election to the Congress. Representing San Francisco is an extraordinary honor and a profound responsibility. My office stands ready to assist in the transition, and I wish him success in service for the people of our city.\n\n“For nearly four decades, San Franciscans have entrusted me with the privilege of being their voice in the House. My gratitude is boundless, and my confidence in our City’s future remains strong. Our work for a fairer, more just America continues.”", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://pelosi.house.gov/news/press-releases/pelosi-statement-historic-election-more-100-democratic-women-house", "title": "Pelosi Statement on Historic Election of More Than 100 Democratic Women to the House", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://pelosi.house.gov/news/press-releases", "domain": "pelosi.house.gov", "scraper": "pelosi", "member": {"bioguide_id": "P000197", "name": "Nancy Pelosi", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "San Francisco — Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the election of more than 100 Democratic women to the House of Representatives:\n\n“Today, House Democrats made history on many fronts. One milestone fills me with particular joy and pride: the election of more than 100 Democratic women to the House of Representatives.\n\n“This victory reflects the extraordinary quality of our women candidates and a deliberate commitment to their success. Leader Hakeem Jeffries and DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene joined with the Democratic Women’s Caucus, Elect Democratic Women, our partners in Labor and women’s organizations to recruit, support and elect outstanding women. Together, they turned opportunity into victory.\n\n“Electing Democratic women has been my passion since I first came to Congress in 1987, when there were only twelve of us. We made a decision to make more room for women at the tables of power — and generations of candidates, organizers and supporters have carried that work forward. California has been especially generous, with our Ultimate Women’s Power lunches and events in the North and South helping women win across the country.\n\n“The impact of women in Congress is measured in the progress we have delivered: better healthcare, greater economic opportunity, stronger protections for our rights and a brighter future for our children. With more than 100 Democratic women bringing their experience, courage and determination to the House, even greater progress is within reach.\n\n“On a personal note, serving alongside women in positions of power has been one of the greatest honors of my public service — and one of its greatest joys. We have worked hard, won consequential fights and had a great deal of fun along the way. Above all, we have proved what is possible when women have the opportunity to lead. These extraordinary women will now write the next chapter. When women succeed, America succeeds!”", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-carter-celebrates-historic-elections-powered-voters-color", "title": "Congressman Carter Celebrates Historic Elections Powered by Voters of Color", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://troycarter.house.gov/media/press-releases", "domain": "troycarter.house.gov", "scraper": "troycarter", "member": {"bioguide_id": "C001125", "name": "Troy A. Carter", "party": "Democrat", "state": "LA", "chamber": "House"}, "text": "WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA), released the following statement regarding the midterm results from November, 3, 2026:\n\n“We’ve just witnessed a historic election night. A blue wave reached across this country powered by Black voters and other voters of color, including in places some people thought were too red to change. The American people spoke, and they entrusted Democrats with majorities in both the House and the Senate by wide margins.\n\n“Here in Louisiana, I’m deeply grateful that the people of the Second District have placed their trust in me again. As I enter my fourth term in Congress, I do so with new responsibilities and challenges. I will continue to lead with humility and honor and fully understanding that, for whom much is given, much is required.\n\n“Now, it’s time to get to work. We have a duty to defend the right to vote and hold this administration accountable. We must also answer the questions families are asking at their kitchen tables: Can I afford my prescriptions? Can my children afford a place to live? Will my paycheck get me through the month? Those questions will still be there when the celebrations are over. I stand ready with my Democratic and Republican colleagues next Congress to answer them.”\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}
{"url": "https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press_releases/hickenlooper-hurd-lead-colorado-congressional-delegation-in-support-of-major-presidential-disaster-request-for-southwestern-colorado-flooding/", "title": "Hickenlooper & Hurd Lead Colorado Congressional Delegation in Support of Major Presidential Disaster Request for Southwestern Colorado Flooding", "date": "2026-11-04", "date_source": "scraper", "source": "https://www.hickenlooper.senate.gov/press/page/", "domain": "www.hickenlooper.senate.gov", "scraper": "hickenlooper", "member": {"bioguide_id": "H000273", "name": "John W. Hickenlooper", "party": "Democrat", "state": "CO", "chamber": "Senate"}, "text": "WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper and Representative Jeff Hurd led the Colorado Congressional Delegation, including Senator Michael Bennet and U.S. Representatives Diana DeGette, Joe Neguse, Jason Crow, Lauren Boebert, Brittany Pettersen, Jeff Crank, and Gabe Evans, in a letter to President Trump expressing strong support for Governor Jared Polis’ request for an expedited Presidential Major Disaster Declaration following devastating and historic flooding and debris flows in Southwestern Colorado and the San Luis Valley.\n\n“We strongly support Governor Jared Polis’ request on October 31, 2026, for an expedited Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for Southwestern Colorado and the San Luis Valley in response to the recent extensive and devastating flooding throughout the region,” wrote the lawmakers. “While this request pertains to the initial flooding on October 22-25, we are writing in the midst of a second catastrophic flooding event across the same region, which adds urgency to this request. These impacts are compounded by the damaging flooding in October 2025, which have seriously strained available resources for recovery for previously affected communities.”\n\nThe Governor’s request seeks Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding for Archuleta and Rio Grande Counties, where state and federal officials have already validated nearly $27 million in eligible damages. The flooding also impacted Alamosa, Conejos, Dolores, Hinsdale, La Plata, Mineral, Montezuma, Ouray, San Juan, and San Miguel Counties, where damage assessments continue and additional requests for federal assistance are expected.\n\nIn late October and early November, severe storms brought devastating flooding and debris flows to Southwestern Colorado, damaging roads, bridges, utilities, homes, and businesses, and cutting off access to entire communities. Preliminary assessments for Archuleta and Rio Grande Counties have identified approximately $10.6 million in damage to local roads, bridges, and culverts; $2.44 million in damage to public utilities; and $8.59 million in damage to parks and recreation facilities. These figures do not include additional damage assessments underway or separate federal highway repair costs.\n\n“Without additional support, residents could face unsafe homes and drinking water, long delays in rebuilding critical roads and bridges, and the loss of local businesses,” wrote the lawmakers. “Successful recovery is essential to restoring these communities’ economies, which depend on agriculture, tourism, outdoor recreation, and hunting and fishing.”\n\nThe full text of the letter is available here and below.\n\nDear Mr. President:\n\nWe strongly support Governor Jared Polis’ request on October 31, 2026, for an expedited Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for Southwestern Colorado and the San Luis Valley in response to the recent extensive and devastating flooding throughout the region. While this request pertains to the initial flooding on October 22-25, we are writing in the midst of a second catastrophic flooding event across the same region, which adds urgency to this request. These impacts are compounded by the damaging flooding in October 2025, which have seriously strained available resources for recovery for previously affected communities.\n\nBeginning October 22, 2026, torrential rain fell on the San Juan Mountains and San Luis Valley, already saturated by weeks of rainfall. During this initial flooding event, the San Juan River in Pagosa Springs crested at its second-highest level since 1911, and the Rio Grande reached approximately 11,000 cubic feet per second, surpassing its 1949 record. Although assessments are ongoing, totals showed the initial flooding damaged approximately 700 homes across Archuleta and Rio Grande Counties, completely destroying 16 homes and 6 commercial buildings. The flooding caused extensive damage to multiple roads and bridges, overwhelmed wastewater systems, and contaminated private wells. The Colorado National Guard airlifted stranded residents to safety, and we are grateful that no fatalities have been reported.\n\nAs outlined in the Governor’s expedited request, the affected counties and Tribe have suffered damages severe enough to qualify for the Public Assistance (PA) Program. The Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment validated$26,989,000 in PA-eligible damages. As assessments continue, additional losses are likely to be identified with additional assistance requested. Granting the Governor’s initial request for Archuleta and Rio Grande Counties will expedite urgent repairs for public infrastructure damages.\n\nThe State of Colorado is also requesting the activation of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for these counties in order to implement better infrastructure solutions to protect against future monsoon seasons and flood events. As these local communities have historically been proudly self-reliant, they are eager to rebuild more resiliently.\n\nSuccessful recovery is essential to restoring these communities’ economies, which depend on agriculture, tourism, outdoor recreation, and hunting and fishing. In already isolated rural areas, road closures are cutting residents off from their homes, schools, work, and essential services. We appreciate the Federal Highway Administration moving quickly to approve $6.5 million in quick release funds to help with immediate repairs on US Highway 160, US 550, and Colorado Highway 151, all which provide critical routes into the communities most impacted by this disaster. Without additional support, residents could face unsafe homes and drinking water, long delays in rebuilding critical roads and bridges, and the loss of local businesses.\n\nWe thank you in advance for your expedited review and approval of the Governor’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration.\n\nSincerely,\n\n###", "collected_at": "2026-11-05T12:59:29Z", "updated_at": "2026-11-05T13:00:16Z"}