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Each year, Congress recesses for the month of August. During Congress’ early years, the Capitol didn’t have air conditioning, which caused Members to leave during the summer months to escape the heat in Washington. Through many years of varying lengths of summer recess, in 1970, Congress mandated this as part of the Legislative Reorganization Act. Today, August recess continues to be a regular feature of the Congressional schedule because it’s critical for Members spend time in their districts and engage with their constituents.
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Stephanie Bice (OK-05) released the following statement after President Biden announced the cancellation of certain federal student loan debt.
The government should work for the people, not against their freedoms. Under Democrat control of the executive and legislative branch of the United States government, we have seen a lack of accountability to the American people resulting in a loss of faith in our institutions. In addition, since Biden took office, we have seen multiple attempts to infringe on our constitutional rights. It is critical that we re-establish responsibility within our government systems and restore confidence in the foundation of our great nation.
Washington, D.C. — After watching the Netflix documentary, "Our Father," Congresswoman Stephanie Bice (R-OK) and Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) introduced H.R. 8600, the Protecting Families from Fertility Fraud Act. This legislation would establish a new federal crime for knowingly misrepresenting the nature or source of DNA used in assisted reproductive procedures and other fertility treatments. This new crime sets a maximum prison sentence of 10 years and includes fines and mandatory restitution to victims.
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Bice voted against the Democrat’s reckless and partisan reconciliation package. This legislation raises taxes on corporations and American families, provides $80 billion to the IRS, and contains numerous green new deal provisions, while further hampering domestic oil and gas production.
Congresswoman Bice issued the following statement:
Americans shouldn’t have to choose between driving to work and putting food on the table. In a Democrat-controlled nation, sadly this is the reality. Inflation has increased nearly 550% since President Biden took office, which is a direct consequence of his reckless spending. Additionally, this Administration halted domestic energy production, which has had negative impacts on nearly every aspect of our economy, including sky-high costs, supply chain shortages, and small businesses.
Washington, D.C. — Representatives Stephanie Bice (OK-05), Sara Jacobs (CA-53), Katie Porter (CA-45), and Tim Ryan (OH-13) introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure oversight and accountability on safe housing conditions for service members and military families. The Military Housing Readiness Council Act would create a council comprised of Department of Defense (DoD) officials, service members, military families, and military housing experts to ensure ongoing oversight of deficiencies in privatized military housing.
Americans deserve a nation that’s safe. Under one-party Democrat control of our government, we have faced unprecedented crises that have threatened the safety and security of our country. Deadly drugs are flowing over the southern border, crime is running rampant throughout the nation, and our President has shown weakness on the world stage. Luckily, Republicans have solutions. We are committed to protecting the American people and have tangible plans to restore order in our great nation.
Washington, D.C - Today, Rep. Stephanie Bice (R-OK) and Rep. Michael Waltz (R-FL) introduced the Save America’s Valuable Energy Act. This legislation ensures that crude from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve does not flow to companies that are headquartered in countries listed under the State Department’s Defense Trade Control Country Policies List, which includes: Belarus, Burma, China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela. In addition, this legislation prevents the sale of crude from the SPR to entities headquartered in Russia. This comes after the U.S.
It’s clear that the excessive spending pushed through this Congress by Speaker Pelosi and Democrats has been a key driver of the over 40-year high inflation and dire economic situation facing Americans. Instead of addressing this crushing crisis, last week House Democrats passed a bloated Fiscal Year 2023 appropriations package, which prioritizes far-left initiatives, significantly increases federal spending, and will further fuel inflation.