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Two weeks ago, the House passed the Women's Health Protection Act (H.R. 3755), a bill sponsored by California Representative Judy Chu. Speaker Pelosi brought it to the House Floor in response to Texas' SB 8, but H.R. 3755 does anything but protect women. Instead, it guarantees abortion on-demand in every state across the U.S., undoing state protections for life and destroying any protections for the unborn, no matter how reasonable they may be.
In 2020, agriculture became the No. 1 economic driver for the state of Florida. As the COVID pandemic shut down tourism and fewer people made the trek to the Sunshine State for their annual vacations, farmers and producers across the state kept moving forward, keeping our families fed during uncertain times.
My generation grew up in the shadow of September 11th. The memory of that day has forever shaped us as Americans. During my time as a graduate student at the Naval War College and now as a member of Congress who sits on the House Homeland Security Committee, I am constantly reminded of the evil that terrorism brought to our doorstep and of the countless heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in protection of our freedom and our Republic.
Since the Afghan War began two decades ago, four presidential administrations have worked to bring our troops back home. For years, I've supported a strong, strategic withdrawal plan to end America's longest war, but what we are witnessing is anything but.
In fact, it's clear that any "plans" or "contingencies" never existed. Surely if they had, we wouldn’t be watching American citizens beaten by the Taliban as they attempt to make their way to the airport in Kabul.
Last week, we traveled with other law enforcement officials to McAllen and Mission, Texas to see the crisis unfolding at our southern border firsthand. Prior to this trip, we had seen it largely only on television and in the news, but witnessing the humanitarian, public health, and safety crises for ourselves gave us new perspective and insight into how to best protect and serve our communities in Putnam County.
Last week, we traveled with other law enforcement officials to McAllen and Mission, Texas to see the crisis unfolding at our southern border firsthand. Prior to this trip, we had seen it largely only on television and in the news, but witnessing the humanitarian, public health, and safety crises for ourselves gave us new perspective and insight into how to best serve our communities in Ocala and Marion County.
Each year, June 1 marks the beginning of the Atlantic hurricane season. As Floridians, we know how devastating these storms can be and the havoc they wreak on our communities. While preparing for hurricanes can seem like something we can put off until the next one arrives, it's better to be prepared long before the storms' arrival.
America’s independent contractors are generally free to choose their clients, the work they do and their hours of operation. It’s an arrangement that works for them and their schedules: Nearly 8 in 10 prefer their independent status.
Last month, we celebrated National Police Week on Capitol Hill. It wasn't an event just for lawmakers in Washington, but for Americans across the country to honor, remember, and recognize our hardworking men and women in blue who work tirelessly every day to protect and serve our communities.
America’s independent contractors are generally free to choose their clients, the work they do, and their hours of operation. It’s an arrangement that works for them and their schedules: Nearly eight-in-ten prefer their independent status.