Guthrie Statement In Response to Biden’s Anti-Coal, Anti-Kentucky Agenda
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), a senior member of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, expressed his concerns regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) newly released guidelines aimed at closing coal-fired power plants. Guthrie stated, "This morning the Biden administration continued their war on American-made energy. The Obama-Biden War on Coal blatantly ignores the importance coal and other fossil fuels play in helping to provide reliable and affordable sources of energy to American households."Guthrie further criticized the Biden...
Guthrie Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition Winners
ELIZABETHTOWN, KY - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) revealed the triumphant artists of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition from Kentucky’s Second District at a reception held at the Elizabethtown Tourism and Convention Center on April 22. The event was attended by students, their families, and educators.Meade County High School student Lavender Vessels claimed the top spot with her piece, “Captive to Technology,” securing a coveted spot for her artwork in the U.S. Capitol among other winning entries from congressional districts and territories across the country....
America must reclaim energy independence through all-of-the-above strategy - Brett Guthrie
Step 2:Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) emphasized the importance of America reclaiming its energy independence through an all-of-the-above energy strategy. Guthrie, a senior member of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, highlighted the necessity of utilizing the country's resources and workforce to meet the growing demand for energy.Guthrie proudly announced the passing of the Nuclear for Brownfields Site Preparation Act, stating, "That’s why I introduced the Nuclear for Brownfields Site Preparation Act, which I am happy to report recently passed the House as part...
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U.S. Senator Rand Paul Calls for Transparency on Royalty Payments at the National Institutes of Health
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has penned an op-ed for The Hill addressing concerns over royalty payments at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In the article, Senator Paul highlights the lack of transparency surrounding these payments and the potential conflicts of interest they pose.Senator Paul criticizes the NIH for engaging in clandestine agreements with corporations and failing to disclose essential information about royalty payments. He expresses dismay over the staggering number of royalty payments overlooked in the past decade and the...
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Dr. Paul’s Transparency Bill on Royalties Gains Bipartisan Support
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Stakeholders and organizations are praising U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) for moving forward with his legislation, S. 3664 the Royalty Transparency Act of 2024, which has successfully advanced from committee on a bipartisan vote of 12-0.The bill aims to enhance transparency on royalty payments made to Executive Branch officials and make the financial disclosure forms public for federal advisory committee members such as the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. This move is seen as crucial in shedding light on potential conflicts of interest and...
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Guthrie Votes to Protect Americans' Data Privacy and National Security
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), a senior member of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, voted in favor of H.R.7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, aimed at safeguarding American national security and sensitive data from threats posed by foreign adversaries, particularly the Chinese Communist Party.In his statement following the vote, Congressman Guthrie emphasized the importance of the bill in addressing the risks associated with Chinese Communist Party-controlled entities like ByteDance, the parent...
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Bipartisan Bill to Streamline FEMA Disaster Assistance Programs Passes House, Heads to President for Approval
Mar 13 2024The House has passed bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senators Rand Paul (R-KY) and Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Marco Rubio (R-FL) to create one application deadline for two Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) programs that individuals use for federal disaster assistance. The senators' bipartisan legislation would ensure these programs have the same deadline to reduce the burden on people who need them to rebuild their lives after disasters....
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Senators Request Information on Illegal Immigrant Charged with Murder of University Student
U.S. Senator Rand Paul, along with Senators Ron Johnson, James Lankford, Rick Scott, Josh Hawley, and Roger Marshall, have sent a letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas requesting additional information on Jose Antonio Ibarra, who is facing charges related to the murder of Augusta University student Laken Hope Riley. The letter highlights Ibarra's previous encounters with law enforcement and his release into the country through parole after being apprehended by CBP near El Paso, Texas in 2022.The senators expressed concerns about the tragic death of Laken Hope Riley...
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Dr. Paul and Rep. McGarvey to Reintroduce Justice for Breonna Taylor Act
U.S. Senator Rand Paul and Congressman Morgan McGarvey are set to reintroduce the Justice for Breonna Taylor Act, a bill aimed at prohibiting no-knock warrants in the United States. Senator Cory Booker is an original cosponsor of the Senate version of the legislation.Dr. Paul expressed his support for the bill, stating, “It’s long past time to get rid of no-knock warrants. This bill will effectively end no-knock raids in the United States, and I’m pleased to work with Rep. McGarvey and Sen. Booker on this important legislation.”Rep. McGarvey emphasized the importance of...
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# Dr. Rand Paul Sounds Alarm on 6,000+ Earmark Spending Bill
U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) raised concerns about a $468 billion spending bill containing over 6,000 earmarks during a speech on the Senate floor. Among the earmarks highlighted by Dr. Paul are allocations such as $4 million for a waterfront walkway in New Jersey, $3.5 million for Detroit’s Thanksgiving Parade float maker’s new headquarters, and $1.75 million for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.In his address, Dr. Paul expressed his dismay over the earmarks, stating, “These are only ten of the over 6,000 wasteful earmarks included in the minibus… But...
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Dr. Rand Paul Sounds Alarm on 6,000+ Earmark Spending Bill
On March 8, 2024, U.S. Senator Rand Paul raised concerns about a $468 billion spending bill brimming with over 6,000 earmarks. Dr. Paul addressed the Senate floor highlighting some of the earmarks in the bill, including allocations such as $4 million for a waterfront walkway in New Jersey and $1 million for an environmental justice center in New York City.Expressing his dismay, Dr. Paul emphasized the detrimental effects of such earmarks on the economy, stating, "It gets worse. It’s leading to generalized inflation... this bill is not for the general welfare of the...
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Dr. Rand Paul Joins Sen. Rick Scott in Introducing Anti-Earmarks Resolution
U.S. Senator Rand Paul and Senator Rick Scott have introduced a resolution in the U.S. Senate condemning Congress' excessive use of earmarks. The resolution is aimed at addressing the rampant government spending habits that have plagued Washington in recent times. Joining them in this fight against reckless spending are several other senators who share their concerns.Senator Rand Paul expressed his strong opposition to the current state of affairs, stating, “Washington has a spending problem and forcing the taxpayers to pay for over $12 billion worth of earmarks is no way...
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Dr. Rand Paul Joins Sen. Rick Scott in Introducing Anti-Earmarks Resolution
U.S. Senator Rand Paul has teamed up with U.S. Senator Rick Scott to introduce a resolution in the Senate condemning Congress' excessive use of earmarks. Joined by fellow senators, the group is pushing back against what they see as reckless government spending practices. The resolution comes as part of a broader effort to address the issue of earmarks in the current minibus spending bill.In a statement, Senator Rand Paul emphasized the need to tackle government waste, stating, “Washington has a spending problem and forcing the taxpayers to pay for over $12 billion worth...