U.S. Rep. Rick W. Allen from Georgia's 12th congressional district
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House committee advances resolution against Biden's revised air quality standards
The House Committee on Energy and Commerce has advanced H.J. Res. 117, a Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval introduced by Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12). The resolution aims to nullify the Biden Administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) final rule for Fine Particulate Matter, known as PM 2.5 standards.
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Georgia Republicans demand answers from USPS on absentee ballot processing
This week, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) led all Republican Members of the Georgia delegation in sending a letter to United States Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, expressing concerns with the Atlanta Regional Processing and Distribution Center's (RPDC) ability to process mail-in absentee ballots for the upcoming election.
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Rep. Allen urges passage of legislation protecting American retirement savings
Today, the House of Representatives is expected to vote on H.R. 5339, the Protecting Americans' Investments from Woke Policies Act, legislation introduced by Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) to safeguard the retirement savings of America's workers, retirees, and families from the Biden-Harris Administration's green agenda.
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House passes bill aimed at protecting retirement savings from ESG investments
Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5339, the Protecting Americans' Investments from Woke Policies Act. The legislation was introduced by Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) to safeguard the retirement savings of America's workers, retirees, and families.
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Rep. Allen announces community office hours across Georgia's District in September
Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced his office will host Community Office Hours across Georgia’s 12th District during September.
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Republican congressmen urge FHFA to reverse new energy efficiency requirements
Congressmen Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Warren Davidson (OH-08), along with twelve of their Republican colleagues, have sent a letter to Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Sandra Thompson. The letter urges the FHFA to reconsider a proposed mandate that would introduce new energy efficiency requirements for homes seeking financing through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Congressman Rick W .Allen hosts telephone town hall discussing key legislative updates
In case you missed it, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) held a telephone town hall earlier this week to answer questions from residents across Georgia’s 12th District. Nearly 2,500 constituents joined Monday’s call where Congressman Allen provided updates on numerous pieces of legislation that will protect America’s retirees and savers, unleash America’s nuclear energy capabilities, ensure only Americans can vote in American elections, improve the quality of life for servicemembers, and more.
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House passes WRDA bill including New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam provisions
Earlier this week, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 8812, the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), a biannual bill addressing water issues and projects in the United States. The legislation included language to halt the Corps of Engineers' rock weir plan and clarify Congressional intent to maintain the pool level at 114.5 feet.
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House committee advances resolution against Biden's fiduciary rule
Today, the House Committee on Education and the Workforce advanced H.J. Res. 142, a Congressional Review Act (CRA) Joint Resolution of Disapproval introduced by Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) to overturn the Biden Department of Labor’s (DOL) finalized fiduciary rule.
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Rep. Allen's Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act signed into law
Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen's (GA-12) Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act was signed into law. Rep. Allen introduced the legislation last year, which was then included in a bipartisan nuclear energy package that was signed into law today as part of a larger legislative vehicle. Upon the announcement, Congressman Allen issued the following statement:
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Congressman Allen introduces bill targeting AI-generated robocalls
Yesterday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) introduced the Creating Legal and Ethical AI Recordings (CLEAR) Voices Act. This bill seeks to amend the Communications Act of 1934 by establishing technical and procedural standards for artificial or prerecorded voice systems created through generative artificial intelligence (genAI). Upon introducing the legislation, Congressman Allen issued the following statement:
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Lawmakers urge expanded definition for tariffs on Chinese-subsidized electric vehicles
Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), U.S. Senators Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Tim Scott (R-SC), along with Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02), sent a bipartisan, bicameral letter to Ambassador Katherine Tai of the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR). The letter urges Ambassador Tai to include vehicles such as golf carts, Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs), and Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs) in the definition of "electric vehicle" concerning forthcoming tariffs on Chinese-subsidized imports.
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House committee advances Water Resources Development Act with key lock and dam provisions
The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) advanced H.R. 8812, the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), yesterday. This biannual bill addresses water issues and projects in the United States. The legislation included language to halt the Corps of Engineers' rock weir plan and clarify Congressional intent to maintain a pool level at 114.5 feet.
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Rep. Allen announces U.S. service academy appointees for Georgia's 12th District
Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced the names of five 12th District students who were nominated by his office and received and accepted appointments to attend one of the United States Military Service Academies.
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Congressman Allen commemorates Augusta University President Brooks Keel's retirement
Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) recently addressed the House floor to acknowledge the career of Augusta University President Brooks Keel, who is set to retire later this week. Congressman Allen's full speech has been transcribed below.
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Congressman Allen congratulates Dr. Russell Keen on appointment as Augusta University's president
Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued a statement following the University System of Georgia’s Board of Regents announcement that Dr. Russell Keen will assume the role of President of Augusta University starting July 1.
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House passes FY2025 NDAA with significant support from Congressman Allen
Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 8070, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA). The NDAA authorizes annual funding levels for the U.S. Armed Forces and sets expenditures for the Department of Defense (DOD).
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Rep. Allen announces 2024 fall internship program
Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced his office is seeking applicants for the 2024 Fall Internship Program, to be offered in his Washington, D.C. office.
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Congressman Allen celebrates completion of Plant Vogtle nuclear expansion
Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) delivered remarks during the Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4 nuclear expansion ceremony. Following the visit, Congressman Allen issued a statement:
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Allen and Budd propose resolution against Biden's fiduciary rule
Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) have introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) Joint Resolution of Disapproval to overturn the Biden Department of Labor’s (DOL) finalized fiduciary rule. Congressman Allen stated, "Saving for retirement is crucial for American families, and sound financial advice when preparing for the future should be an easily accessible resource for hardworking Americans, not a bureaucratic nightmare. By muddying the waters with burdensome overregulation, the Biden DOL’s finalized fiduciary rule does more harm than good to...