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Holding Members of Congress accountable is essential to maintaining the trust of the American people. Since coming to Congress, I have worked with my colleagues to advance commonsense reforms that hold elected officials to high standards, protect taxpayer dollars, and ensure representatives are responsible for their actions.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Stephanie Bice announced that three projects in Oklahoma’s Fifth Congressional District received award notifications for a total of $2,721,813 in Community Project Funding secured by the Congresswoman through the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations process.
During the Biden Administration, costly federal regulations negatively affected businesses and consumers across the country. According to the National Association of Manufacturers, these provisions cost the U.S. economy more than $3 trillion each year. Since taking office, House Republicans and President Trump have worked to reverse these policies, lower costs for American families and small businesses, and restore commonsense to the federal government.
Washington D.C. – Today, H.R. 1555, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Mineral Spacing Act, passed out of the House Natural Resources Committee. The legislation would address duplicative federal permitting requirements for oil and natural gas development on lands where the federal government holds minority ownership.
Last year, President Trump signed the Working Families Tax Cuts into law, delivering tax relief for American workers, families, seniors, and small businesses. Among the many provisions included in this legislation were forward-looking, family-focused policies designed to support parents today while helping the next generation build a strong financial future.
Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Stephanie Bice (OK-05) introduced the No Preference Act with Congressman Steve Womack (AR-03) serving as co-lead. This legislation would prevent the Executive Branch from giving preference to federal contractors based solely on whether their workers are part of a collective bargaining agreement.
Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Bice voted in support of a continuing resolution to fund the government through December 11, 2026. Importantly, this funding maintains Republican spending levels and includes priorities of the Trump Administration. Congresswoman Bice serves on the House Appropriations Committee, which successfully passed all twelve bills through regular order out of committee. In July, the House passed a continuing resolution to fully fund the government.
It is always a privilege to recognize the men and women who serve our nation. This year, I have had the honor to host several Vietnam Veteran Recognition Ceremonies across Oklahoma’s Fifth Congressional District. These events pay tribute to veterans who served on active duty between November 1, 1955, and May 15, 1975, the years of the conflict in Vietnam. By holding these ceremonies in communities throughout central Oklahoma, we were able to reach as many veterans as possible while allowing their families and the community to participate in the ceremonies.
It has been an honor to welcome several members of President Trump’s administration to Oklahoma’s Fifth Congressional District. I’ve had the opportunity to host Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner, and Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Dr. Mehmet Oz. These visits allow us to showcase the innovative work taking place across Oklahoma and highlight the organizations, partnerships, and programs that are making a real difference in our communities.
Washington, D.C. – On Friday, Congresswoman Bice welcomed HUD Secretary Scott Turner to Oklahoma City and Pivot’s Tiny Home community, which provides stable housing and supportive services for youth aged 16-24. Pivot is a nonprofit in Oklahoma City that offers programs such as counseling, educational and vocational training, housing, and intervention and diversion services for youth aged 12-24, who are homeless or are otherwise at-risk.