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Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Yet again this President is undermining the Constitution by diverting military funding appropriated by Congress for his unnecessary border wall. This country doesn't need more walls & it certainly doesn't need a President who steals from his own military." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Puerto Ricans are Americans and deserve assistance when disaster strikes. Today, the House is voting on a $4.67 Billion earthquake supplemental package to get Puerto Rico the disaster relief they need now and to help provide long-term recovery for the future." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 House Passes Congressman Clyburn's Priorities in Appropriations Packages Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "Credit scores play a critical role in the lives of American consumers. Today's passage of the #CREDITAct protects consumers by limiting adverse reporting for things like medical debt, private student loans & identify theft, and it will help reform the credit reporting industry." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 28, 2020 Tweet - "GOP tax cuts for the rich = trillion-dollar deficits for the foreseeable future. We can't let Republicans use their fiscal irresponsibility as an excuse to cut Medicare & Social Security. We must enact sustainable budgets that invest in all Americans." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Enzi, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Budget, Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Committee on the Budget, Hon. Bernie Sanders, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on the Budget, and Hon. Steve Womack, Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Budget - Rep. Ted Budd Joins Coalition to Direct CBO to Include National Debt Costs Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Jan. 14, 2020 Tweet - "I have long advocated for targeting persistent poverty communities with federal funding, including through my 10-20-30 plan, so we can help bridge the economic divide. That way towns like Pembroke Township get the infrastructure and investment they need." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Now that Congress has repealed the 2017 GOP tax on places of worship and nonprofits, we must ensure the IRS provides guidance on how these organizations can receive a refund for the unexpected and unwarranted tax they incurred." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn, Senator Brown, Reps. Horsford and Suozzi Praise Tax Fix on Charities and Places of Worship Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Applauds the Future Act Becoming Law Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Proverbs 31:9 says, "Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy." We spoke up, and we have successfully repealed the tax hike on charities and places of worship." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I'm pleased that Congress has reached a bipartisan agreement to fulfill our Constitutional duty to fund the government for another year. This legislation contains many of my priority projects for South Carolina. A thread:" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Rep. Bergman Leads Colleagues in Urging Congressional Leadership to Pass No Budget, No Pay Proposal Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "The President can't steal funds appropriated by Congress for the military to build his unnecessary and ineffective border wall. I urge the Admin to accept this ruling & restore funds to projects like the Laurel Bay Fire Station replacement in Beaufort." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019 Congressman Wilson on NDAA: Grateful to Finally AXE the "Widow's Tax" Rep. Joe Wilson
Dec. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Sinema urges congressional leaders to repeal harmful health insurance tax Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "HBCUs and MSIs generate billions of dollars for the U.S. economy every year and provide pathways to success for millions of students across the country. The FUTURE Act is vital to the future of these students and the students after them. We must fund them now. #ForTheFUTURE" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "As a proud @SCState1896 graduate, I know HBCUs and MSIs play an important role in educating millions of students nationwide. I'm pleased that Congress was able to come together to permanently authorize funding to support these historic institutions. #ForTheFUTURE" Rep. Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Capito, Scott, Colleagues Introduce Expanded Bill on Opportunity Zone Reporting Requirements Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman Introduces Legislation to Help Control Needless Spending Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 New Bill to Improve Presidential Rescission Requests Rep. Ralph Norman
Nov. 20, 2019 Kicking the Can Down the Road Rep. Ralph Norman
Nov. 18, 2019 Common Sense Budget Legislation Rep. Ralph Norman
Nov. 15, 2019 U.S. Congressmen Ralph Norman Co-Sponsors Two Bills to Address Federal Budget, Debt, and Spending Rep. Ralph Norman
Nov. 13, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn, Rep. Adams, Rep. Clay Introduce Legislation to Reform Opportunity Zone Program Rep. Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "I've always raised concerns that the Opportunity Zone incentive would turn out to be a tax credit for rich investors w/ limited benefits for low-income communities. This legislation makes changes to ensure it's making an impact in the communities that need investments the most." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Joyce, Brindisi Lead Bipartisan Charge to Lower Health Care Costs Rep. William Timmons, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks one month since Title III Federal funding expired for HBCUs. The House has done its part by passing the FUTURE Act, reauthorizing necessary funding, yet the Senate hasn't even taken it up for a vote. Our students cannot afford to wait. They need this funding now." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, United States Secretary of Health and Human Services - Thank You for the Decision on Electively-Aborted Human Fetal Tissue Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The President's decision to steal money from the military for his ineffective, wasteful border wall is a violation of the Constitution and undermines America's safety and the military's morale. The House will continue to fight this egregious abuse of power." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 1, 2019 Tweet - "I'm pleased to see that the Senate has passed our bipartisan budget deal that not only advances our national security, but also invests in the well-being of the American people." Rep. Jim Clyburn
Aug. 1, 2019 Scott Statement On Budget Vote Sen. Tim Scott
July 25, 2019 Rep. Timmons Votes No on Irresponsible Budget Deal Rep. William Timmons
July 25, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House passed a bipartisan budget deal that will advance our national security AND invest in the well-being of the American people. I'm glad that we are ending unnecessary government shutdowns so we can continue our important work for hard-working Americans." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Statement on Budget Caps and Debt Limit Agreement Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019 Tweet - "I am pleased with this bipartisan agreement that puts an end to the harmful threat of sequester by lifting the spending caps, protecting the full faith and credit of our country and raising the debt limit through July 2021." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 17, 2019 Tweet - "This country's Intelligence Community is vital to our national security. Today, the House reauthorized intelligence funding for 2020 so we can continue to protect this country against its enemies, both foreign and domestic." Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 16, 2019 H.R. 1327 was the wrong way to do the right thing. Rep. Ralph Norman
July 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today the House proudly passed bipartisan legislation to permanently authorize the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Act. This critical legislation will provide the financial support & security that 9/11 first responders, survivors, & their families rightfully deserve. #Renew911VCF" Rep. Jim Clyburn
July 11, 2019 Tweet - "Tomorrow, the House will vote on the #Revew911VCF so that we can permanently authorize funds to support the brave men and women who ran toward danger on that fateful day. These funds will support much needed medical treatment and care for 9/11 first responders." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 20, 2019 Tweet - ""Today, the WaysMeansCmte approved H.R. 3300, which includes the repeal of a 21% tax imposed by the GOP on charities and places of worship on fringe benefits. This is the key provision in my bill, the "Stop the Tax Hike on Charities and Places of Worship' Act."" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "Today the House passed the first set of bills to fund the federal government for 2020. This bill: Grows our economy Protects our environment Strengthens health care Invests in education Sets rural communities up for success" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "The 2020 appropriations bills apply the 10-20-30 formula to 17 different accounts, three more than in Fiscal Year 2019. I am hopeful that Members on both sides of the aisle will support these targeted investments in persistent poverty communities by supporting this bill." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Maloney, Clyburn introduce Nonprofit Relief Act of 2019 Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "I am proud to join @RepMaloney in introducing this bill to lift these misplaced tax burdens off non-profits so they can direct these resources to the invaluable community services they provide." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House will be voting on the 2020 Labor-HHS-Education funding bill. This bill invests and increases funding in areas like: education health care workforce training So that every individual has a chance at a better life." Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 11, 2019 Tweet - "We must #NeverForget the thousands of first responders and survivors of the 9/11 attack. I proudly co-sponsored legislation to ensure the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund will be there to help them and their families as long as they need it. #Renew911VCF" Rep. Jim Clyburn
June 4, 2019 Rep. Timmons Votes No on Supplemental Appropriations Package Rep. William Timmons
May 23, 2019 Senators Hassan, Scott and Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Fix to the Kiddie Tax for Nation's Students Sen. Tim Scott, ...
May 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Budget Committee - Raising Concerns About Nation's Growing Debt, Committee Republicans Request Hearing on Modern Monetary Theory Rep. Ralph Norman, ...
Date Title Politician
Feb. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Yet again this President is undermining the Constitution by diverting military funding appropriated by Congress for his unnecessary border wall. This country doesn't need more walls & it certainly doesn't need a President who steals from his own military." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Puerto Ricans are Americans and deserve assistance when disaster strikes. Today, the House is voting on a $4.67 Billion earthquake supplemental package to get Puerto Rico the disaster relief they need now and to help provide long-term recovery for the future." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Feb. 3, 2020 House Passes Congressman Clyburn's Priorities in Appropriations Packages Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "Credit scores play a critical role in the lives of American consumers. Today's passage of the #CREDITAct protects consumers by limiting adverse reporting for things like medical debt, private student loans & identify theft, and it will help reform the credit reporting industry." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 28, 2020 Tweet - "GOP tax cuts for the rich = trillion-dollar deficits for the foreseeable future. We can't let Republicans use their fiscal irresponsibility as an excuse to cut Medicare & Social Security. We must enact sustainable budgets that invest in all Americans." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 15, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Enzi, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Budget, Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Committee on the Budget, Hon. Bernie Sanders, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on the Budget, and Hon. Steve Womack, Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Budget - Rep. Ted Budd Joins Coalition to Direct CBO to Include National Debt Costs Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Jan. 14, 2020 Tweet - "I have long advocated for targeting persistent poverty communities with federal funding, including through my 10-20-30 plan, so we can help bridge the economic divide. That way towns like Pembroke Township get the infrastructure and investment they need." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Now that Congress has repealed the 2017 GOP tax on places of worship and nonprofits, we must ensure the IRS provides guidance on how these organizations can receive a refund for the unexpected and unwarranted tax they incurred." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn, Senator Brown, Reps. Horsford and Suozzi Praise Tax Fix on Charities and Places of Worship Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Applauds the Future Act Becoming Law Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "Proverbs 31:9 says, "Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy." We spoke up, and we have successfully repealed the tax hike on charities and places of worship." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 17, 2019 Tweet - "I'm pleased that Congress has reached a bipartisan agreement to fulfill our Constitutional duty to fund the government for another year. This legislation contains many of my priority projects for South Carolina. A thread:" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Rep. Bergman Leads Colleagues in Urging Congressional Leadership to Pass No Budget, No Pay Proposal Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Tweet - "The President can't steal funds appropriated by Congress for the military to build his unnecessary and ineffective border wall. I urge the Admin to accept this ruling & restore funds to projects like the Laurel Bay Fire Station replacement in Beaufort." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019 Congressman Wilson on NDAA: Grateful to Finally AXE the "Widow's Tax" Rep.Joe Wilson
Dec. 10, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Sinema urges congressional leaders to repeal harmful health insurance tax Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "HBCUs and MSIs generate billions of dollars for the U.S. economy every year and provide pathways to success for millions of students across the country. The FUTURE Act is vital to the future of these students and the students after them. We must fund them now. #ForTheFUTURE" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "As a proud @SCState1896 graduate, I know HBCUs and MSIs play an important role in educating millions of students nationwide. I'm pleased that Congress was able to come together to permanently authorize funding to support these historic institutions. #ForTheFUTURE" Rep.Jim Clyburn
Dec. 6, 2019 Capito, Scott, Colleagues Introduce Expanded Bill on Opportunity Zone Reporting Requirements Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 U.S. Congressman Ralph Norman Introduces Legislation to Help Control Needless Spending Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Nov. 21, 2019 New Bill to Improve Presidential Rescission Requests Rep.Ralph Norman
Nov. 20, 2019 Kicking the Can Down the Road Rep.Ralph Norman
Nov. 18, 2019 Common Sense Budget Legislation Rep.Ralph Norman
Nov. 15, 2019 U.S. Congressmen Ralph Norman Co-Sponsors Two Bills to Address Federal Budget, Debt, and Spending Rep.Ralph Norman
Nov. 13, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn, Rep. Adams, Rep. Clay Introduce Legislation to Reform Opportunity Zone Program Rep.Jim Clyburn, ...
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "I've always raised concerns that the Opportunity Zone incentive would turn out to be a tax credit for rich investors w/ limited benefits for low-income communities. This legislation makes changes to ensure it's making an impact in the communities that need investments the most." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Nov. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Joyce, Brindisi Lead Bipartisan Charge to Lower Health Care Costs Rep.William Timmons, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks one month since Title III Federal funding expired for HBCUs. The House has done its part by passing the FUTURE Act, reauthorizing necessary funding, yet the Senate hasn't even taken it up for a vote. Our students cannot afford to wait. They need this funding now." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Oct. 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, United States Secretary of Health and Human Services - Thank You for the Decision on Electively-Aborted Human Fetal Tissue Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "The President's decision to steal money from the military for his ineffective, wasteful border wall is a violation of the Constitution and undermines America's safety and the military's morale. The House will continue to fight this egregious abuse of power." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 1, 2019 Tweet - "I'm pleased to see that the Senate has passed our bipartisan budget deal that not only advances our national security, but also invests in the well-being of the American people." Rep.Jim Clyburn
Aug. 1, 2019 Scott Statement On Budget Vote Sen.Tim Scott
July 25, 2019 Rep. Timmons Votes No on Irresponsible Budget Deal Rep.William Timmons
July 25, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House passed a bipartisan budget deal that will advance our national security AND invest in the well-being of the American people. I'm glad that we are ending unnecessary government shutdowns so we can continue our important work for hard-working Americans." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019 Majority Whip Clyburn Statement on Budget Caps and Debt Limit Agreement Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 23, 2019 Tweet - "I am pleased with this bipartisan agreement that puts an end to the harmful threat of sequester by lifting the spending caps, protecting the full faith and credit of our country and raising the debt limit through July 2021." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 17, 2019 Tweet - "This country's Intelligence Community is vital to our national security. Today, the House reauthorized intelligence funding for 2020 so we can continue to protect this country against its enemies, both foreign and domestic." Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 16, 2019 H.R. 1327 was the wrong way to do the right thing. Rep.Ralph Norman
July 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today the House proudly passed bipartisan legislation to permanently authorize the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Act. This critical legislation will provide the financial support & security that 9/11 first responders, survivors, & their families rightfully deserve. #Renew911VCF" Rep.Jim Clyburn
July 11, 2019 Tweet - "Tomorrow, the House will vote on the #Revew911VCF so that we can permanently authorize funds to support the brave men and women who ran toward danger on that fateful day. These funds will support much needed medical treatment and care for 9/11 first responders." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 20, 2019 Tweet - ""Today, the WaysMeansCmte approved H.R. 3300, which includes the repeal of a 21% tax imposed by the GOP on charities and places of worship on fringe benefits. This is the key provision in my bill, the "Stop the Tax Hike on Charities and Places of Worship' Act."" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "Today the House passed the first set of bills to fund the federal government for 2020. This bill: Grows our economy Protects our environment Strengthens health care Invests in education Sets rural communities up for success" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "The 2020 appropriations bills apply the 10-20-30 formula to 17 different accounts, three more than in Fiscal Year 2019. I am hopeful that Members on both sides of the aisle will support these targeted investments in persistent poverty communities by supporting this bill." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Maloney, Clyburn introduce Nonprofit Relief Act of 2019 Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 17, 2019 Tweet - "I am proud to join @RepMaloney in introducing this bill to lift these misplaced tax burdens off non-profits so they can direct these resources to the invaluable community services they provide." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 12, 2019 Tweet - "Today, the House will be voting on the 2020 Labor-HHS-Education funding bill. This bill invests and increases funding in areas like: education health care workforce training So that every individual has a chance at a better life." Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 11, 2019 Tweet - "We must #NeverForget the thousands of first responders and survivors of the 9/11 attack. I proudly co-sponsored legislation to ensure the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund will be there to help them and their families as long as they need it. #Renew911VCF" Rep.Jim Clyburn
June 4, 2019 Rep. Timmons Votes No on Supplemental Appropriations Package Rep.William Timmons
May 23, 2019 Senators Hassan, Scott and Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Fix to the Kiddie Tax for Nation's Students Sen.Tim Scott, ...
May 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Budget Committee - Raising Concerns About Nation's Growing Debt, Committee Republicans Request Hearing on Modern Monetary Theory Rep.Ralph Norman, ...
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