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Calvert: Growing the Defense Innovation Ecosystem
July 17, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Today, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act will be debated on the House floor. The legislation directly invests in America’s military superiority, shapes a more efficient and effective Department of Defense, protects from threats at America’s border, and takes care of our troops and their families.
 
In a just recently released op-ed, House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA)advocates for transformative defense spending focused on accelerating innovation and reshaping Pentagon culture. As the House prepares to vote on the FY26 Defense Appropriations bill, the Chairman highlights several key efforts to disrupt outdated military acquisition practices and bolster U.S. defense capabilities.

Fleischmann: The Time to Forge America’s Nuclear Energy Future is Now
May 5, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – ICYMI: Chuck Fleischmann (R-TN) wrote an op-ed for the Washington Times, underscoring the critical need for the United States to revitalize its nuclear energy sector. As Chairman of the Energy and Water Development Subcommittee, he emphasizes how advanced nuclear technology can reduce our reliance on foreign energy sources, lower carbon emissions, and create high-quality jobs here at home. Read his op-ed below and here.
Simpson: My priorities as Chairman of the House's Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee
February 19, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – ICYMI: Mike Simpson (R-ID) wrote an op-ed for the Washington Reporter outlining his priorities as returning Chairman of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee.
Ciscomani: Our National Debt Demands Immediate Action
January 31, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – ICYMI: Under Republican leadership, the House Appropriations Committee’s FY25 process has prioritized cuts to wasteful spending and refocused government on its core responsibilities. As the Committee continues to ensure taxpayer dollars are used efficiently, effectively, and responsibly, we also recognize the need to address primary drivers of the nation’s debt, which fall outside the scope of discretionary funding.
Cole, Rutherford, Alford: U.S. Must Remain in Lockstep with Israel and Regional Allies Against Evil
January 6, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – This new year beginning alongside the end of Hanukkah reminds us of the profound significance of light overcoming darkness. As Israeli and American hostages remain held by terrorists, we recognize the continued fight against the axis of evil that threatens the security of both our nations. In the face of ongoing threats, Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), Rep. John Rutherford (R-FL), and Rep. Mark Alford (R-MO) reflect on the importance of peace through strength and remaining in lockstep with Israel and other regional allies to confront forces who threaten our shared safety.
Simpson: We Must Address the Ongoing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Crisis
November 22, 2024
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ICYMI, the Interior and Environment Subcommittee held an oversight hearing on the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women. During the hearing, Tribal members conveyed the lack of manpower and infrastructure needed to investigate missing cases and homicides, all of which have been exacerbated by jurisdictional issues among state, federal, and Tribal entities.
Diaz-Balart: Congress Must Make Sure Foreign Policy Serves A Purpose
September 16, 2024
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ICYMI, State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chairman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) wrote an op-ed for The Washington Examiner, highlighting how the House-passed FY25 State and Foreign Operations Appropriations bill cuts wasteful spending while upholding key U.S. values.

Simpson, Chavez-DeRemer: Wildland Firefighters are Underpaid and At Risk. We Need a Permanent Solution.
August 6, 2024
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Interior and Environment Subcommittee Chairman Mike Simpson (R-ID) and Representative Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR) wrote an op-ed for the Idaho Statesman, highlighting the need for improved pay structures for wildland firefighters and how the Fiscal Year 2025 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act serves as a permanent fix in ensuring our frontline first responders are compensated appropriately.

Aderholt, McMorris Rodgers: NIH Needs Reform and Restructuring
June 24, 2024
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ICYMI, Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Subcommittee Chairman Robert Aderholt (R-AL) and Energy and Commerce Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) wrote an op-ed for STAT, highlighting the need for thoughtful, strategic, and transformative reform at The National Institutes of Health.
Fleischmann: Our Mission: Rein In Inflationary Spending While Rebuilding America’s Infrastructure
May 29, 2024
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ICYMI, Energy and Water Development Subcommittee Chairman Chuck Fleischmann (R-TN) wrote an op-ed for The Washington Times, highlighting the need to cut inflationary spending while investing in America’s infrastructure.

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