Category Archives: Capitol Hill Updates

SENATOR SCOTT CHAMPIONS SCHOOL CHOICE, TALKS FUTURE OF EDUCATION WITH SC EDUCATION SUPERINTENDENT

WASHINGTON — This week, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.), co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus, was joined by South Carolina Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver and Capitol Hill Christian Academy Founder Annie Hsiao for a conversation about the future of education in America. In his remarks, Senator Scott spoke about the importance of access to […]

Senator Cotton, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Sanction ICC

Washington, D.C. — On Wednesday, Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) introduced the Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act, legislation that would sanction the International Criminal Court (ICC) if it attempts to investigate, arrest, detain, or prosecute Americans or our allies. Co-sponsoring the legislation are Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky) and Senators Susan Collins (R-Maine), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), […]

Weekly House of Representatives’ Schedule 6/3/24

WEEK OF JUNE 3RD MONDAY, JUNE 3RD On Monday, the House will meet at noon for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules: H. Res. 1215 – Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to join in efforts to educate […]

Senator Hoeven Calls on Biden Administration to Deliver Military Assistance to Israel Without Hesitation

Senator Stresses Importance of Empowering the Full Defeat of Hamas to Prevent Future Conflict WASHINGTON – During remarks delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate this week, Senator John Hoeven outlined the importance of delivering military assistance to Israel and ensuring the full defeat of Hamas. The senator pushed back on the Biden administration’s […]

House Leadership Discuss Action to Prevent Non-Citizen Voting in Elections

WASHINGTON, D.C.— This week, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), and House Conference Vice Chair Blake Moore (R-Utah) to discuss the House’s action to stop non-citizens from voting in federal elections. Leader Scalise also spoke out against the shameful and ridiculous actions of the […]

Weekly House of Representatives’ Schedule 5/20/24

WEEK OF MAY 20TH MONDAY, MAY 20TH On Monday, the House is not in session. TUESDAY, MAY 21ST On Tuesday, the House will meet at noon for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. First and last votes expected: 6:30 p.m. Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules: H.R. 5527 – Modernizing Government Technology Reform […]

Majority Leader Scalise: Biden’s Anti-American Energy Agenda Benefits Our Adversaries

WASHINGTON, D.C. — House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) spoke on the House floor this week in support of H.R. 7176, the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024. Leader Scalise slammed President Biden for banning LNG exports in America, citing the detrimental impact it will have on hardworking families and the economy. Additionally, […]

Senator Hawley Demands Deportations, Visa Cancellations for Undocumented Students Participating in Violent Anti-Israel Protests

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, put witnesses on record in last week’s Judiciary hearing, pressing them on whether they support deporting and canceling visas for undocumented students participating in unlawful anti-Israel protests. “Is there anybody . . . who thinks that we should not deport students who are here unlawfully . . . who […]

Weekly House of Representatives’ Schedule 5/13/24

WEEK OF MAY 13TH MONDAY, MAY 13TH The House is not in session. TUESDAY, MAY 14TH On Tuesday, the House will meet at noon for morning hour and 2:00 p.m. for legislative business. Votes will be postponed until 6:30 p.m. Legislation Considered Under Suspension of the Rules: H.R. 4510 – NTIA Reauthorization Act of 2024, as […]

Congressmen Roy and Mast demand sanctions on ICC officials going after US, Israel

WASHINGTON, DC — This week, Representatives Chip Roy (TX-21) and Brian Mast (FL-21) introduced the “Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act” to impose sanctions on International Criminal Court (ICC) officials who seek to go after U.S. citizens or allies, including Israel. Representative Roy said, “The ICC is an illegitimate court that represents a massive threat to US sovereignty. […]