WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 3819, the Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2017. Introduced by Representative Brian Mast (R-FL), the legislation extends important provisions related to veterans’ care, benefits, and assistance. “As a grateful nation, the best …

Washington, D.C. –House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 2061, The North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act of 2017. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), reauthorizes activities to promote human rights and democracy in North Korea, activities to promote freedom of information in North Korea, and …

How much power do you think Congress should hold with regards to national security? Just going off the U.S. Constitution, it has quite a bit. In fact according our forefathers penwrite, “providing for the common defense” is one of the most essential roles of Congress. In this 115th Congress, we have been carrying out this …

Washington, D.C. – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement on Rosh Hashanah: “As Rosh Hashanah approaches, I want to wish my Jewish friends in Eastern Washington and throughout the country a sweet and happy New Year. “This past year has been one filled with conflict and divisiveness at home …

Tell us what you think of the NDAA for FY18! ‘Freedom isn’t free’ is more than a patriotic proverb to those who have seen the face of war and dedicated their lives to the protection of our freedoms. For the heroes living among us, this phrase is a regular reminder of the life they’ve chosen …

“This bill respects the American people, their priorities for our nation, and their hard-earned tax dollars, and it will help move our great country forward to a more stable and prosperous future.” -House Appropriations Committee Chairman Rodney Frelinghuysen House Republicans are prioritizing the safety and prosperity of Americans above all else. When we talk about …

Washington, D.C. – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 3354, the Make America Secure and Prosperous Appropriations Act, 2018. Introduced by Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-NJ), Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, this legislation funds the priorities of the American people. “This is the first time in …

Washington, D.C. – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 3697, the Criminal Alien Gang Member Removal Act. Sponsored by Rep. Barbara Comstock (R-VA), the legislation combats gang violence by criminal aliens and enhances public safety. “The People’s House is fighting back against dangerous gangs, like MS-13, …

See what House Republicans are planning for tax reform. Visit FairAndSimple.gop to see our goals, FAQs, and 31 reasons WHY now is the time for tax reform. Did you know that individuals and families spend a combined 2.6 billion hours and $99 billion each year on filing and complying with the individual income tax? Did …

This morning, House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) led a House Republican Leadership press conference to discuss how, through appropriations and homeland security legislation, House Republicans are focused on Americans’ safety, security, and prosperity. So focused, in fact, that for the first time in several years, we’re passing all 12 appropriations bills before …