Cole Floor Remarks on H.R. 1968, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
March 11, 2025
Remarks
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. I rise today in support of H.R. 1968, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025.
Cole Urges Support to Keep the Government Open, Working for American People
March 10, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Today, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) spoke before the House Committee on Rules in support of H.R. 1968, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025. 
Cole Remarks at Rules Committee Hearing on H.R. 1968, The Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
March 10, 2025
Remarks
Chairwoman Foxx, Ranking Member McGovern, and esteemed members of the Rules Committee. I thank you for your warm welcome and your kind invitation to testify today. I appear before you today on the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025.
Committee Releases Bill to Keep Government Open, Working for the American People
March 8, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Appropriations Committee released The Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025. The bill is expected to be considered on the House floor next week.

Cole Statement on Funding Negotiations, Democrat Leadership Demands
March 3, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) issued the below statement on appropriations negotiations and Democrat leadership demands unrelated to funding levels:
302(B) Mine: Happy Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – With Valentine’s Day here, the House Appropriations Committee is expressing our cardinal rule: unlike discretionary spending, there is no limit on love! We can’t help but share our affection for the appropriations process - so in the spirit of the day, enjoy a roundup of festive valentines:
Cole Statement on Continued Appropriations Talks
February 11, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) issued the below statement following continued bicameral and bipartisan appropriations negotiations this week:
 

Cole Engages House Committee Chairs, Urges Coordination
February 10, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Today, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) released a series of letters sent to committee chairs across the conference, urging coordination and a review of legislative priorities for the 119th Congress. To strengthen oversight and effective governance, he champions a focus on program authorizations and performance to support a strong Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations process. 

Cole Gavels Organizational Meeting for 119th Congress
January 23, 2025
Press Release
Washington, D.C. – Today, House Appropriations Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) gaveled in the organizational meeting for the 119th Congress. The Appropriations Committee rules and subcommittee jurisdictions were adopted by voice vote.
Cole Statement on Inauguration of President Donald J. Trump
January 20, 2025
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Washington, D.C. – Today, Chairman Tom Cole (OK-04) issued the following statement after attending the 60th inaugural ceremony for the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump:
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