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Today, President Donald J. Trump signed H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, into law. Following the signing ceremony held at the White House, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the statement below: "Last November, the American people overwhelmingly elected President Donald Trump and gave Republicans control of the House and Senate. They did so—not for more of the same tired D.C. rhetoric... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (GA-01) introduced two bills to update the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) program. The Clean Air and Building Infrastructure Improvement Act, introduced by Congressman Allen, is a necessary solution in response to the Biden-Harris Administration's harmful final ru... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions (HELP), introduced the Employee Rights Act of 2025 (ERA). This legislation seeks to modernize outdated federal labor laws to meet the needs of today's workers. The ERA represents the Republican vision for the future of the American workforce—promoting growth, freedom, and innovation—whi... Read More »

Originally appeared in the Washington Examiner. By: Representative Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and F. Vincent Vernuccio Congress has a duty to help President Trump put American workers first. Already under the Trump Administration, blue-collar workers have seen the fastest wage growth since the start of any presidency in the last 60 years. But while the forthcoming tax cuts and spending reforms will del... Read More »

Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 3944, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2026. H.R. 3944 provides Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations for military construction projects, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and related agencies that honor our commitment to veterans and servicemembers, fund critical military construction, and supp... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions (HELP), and Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06), introduced the Health Care for Energy Workers Act to increase access to care for current and former energy workers. Specifically, this bipartisan, bicameral legislation would update the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Pr... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) hosted a special signing day ceremony for students in Georgia's 12th District who have been accepted into one of the nation's military service academies. These academies include: The United States Military Academy (USMA) in West Point, New York; the United States Naval Academy (USNA) in Annapolis, Maryland; the United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) in N... Read More »

Yesterday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) testified before the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) to urge the Commissioners to take immediate action and hold China accountable for unfair trade practices that are harming U.S. producers in the Low Speed Personal Transportation Vehicles (LSPTV) industry. Congressman Allen Testifies Before the ITC A transcript of Congressman Allen... Read More »

This week, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) led a bipartisan, bicameral group of his colleagues in sending letters to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) Chair Amy Karpel in support of the American low-speed personal transportation vehicle (LSPTV) industry. In the letter to Secretary Lutnick, Congressman Allen, Congressman Joe Wilson ... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced his office is seeking applicants for the 2025 Fall Internship Program, to be offered in his Washington, D.C. office. This program is open to college students and young professionals interested in learning about the legislative process and assisting with the responsibilities of a congressional office. Interns will perform a range of tasks including... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) led a bipartisan, bicameral group of his colleagues from Georgia in sending a letter to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins seeking a swift solution in expanding access to India's market for U.S. pecan producers. Joining Congressman Allen in sending the letter are Representatives Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Buddy Carter (GA-0... Read More »

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. After voting in support of the bill, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the following statement: "House Republicans have met the moment before us with passage of today's historic legislation. Through months of hard work, valuable input from all Members of our conference, and a clear mandate from 77 millio... Read More »

This week, in honor of National Police Week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed three pieces of legislation to express support for law enforcement officers and agencies nationwide. After voting in support of each measure, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the following statement: "National Police Week serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by our law enforcement officers... Read More »

Last night, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke on the House floor to honor fallen Columbia County Deputy Brandon Sikes, who tragically lost his life on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, while serving a Temporary Protective Order. Congressman Allen's remarks can be read below or by clicking the image above. "I rise with a heavy heart this evening. On Saturday, April 26th, Columbia County in my distr... Read More »

Today, by a vote of 67-29, the United States Senate confirmed David Perdue as the U.S. Ambassador to the People's Republic of China. Following the Senate vote, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the statement below: "I have no doubt that Ambassador Perdue will successfully implement President Trump's peace-through-strength agenda and cultivate strategic relationships with China's diplomats o... Read More »