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On Friday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) introduced H.R. 2241, the Secret Ballot Protection Act, which amends the National Labor Relations Act to enhance employee protections by guaranteeing every vote to unionize a workplace is cast with a secret ballot. Upon introduction, Congressman Allen issued the following statement: "Congressional Democrats have been attempting to undermine workers’ rig... Read More »

Today, Congressmen Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) introduced the Startup Act, bipartisan legislation that would support American entrepreneurs by expanding access to programs that offer training and resources to individuals seeking to start their own business. Upon the bill's introduction, Reps. Allen and DeSaulnier issued the following statements: "Having built and grown my own... Read More »

Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1968, the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act of 2025. After voting in support of this Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government through September 30, 2025, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the following statement: "With President Trump's support, House Republicans passed legislation today to keep the lights on in W... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) reintroduced the Broadband Expansion and Deployment Fee Equity and Efficiency Act of 2025, or "BEAD FEE Act." This legislation will improve transparency in the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment, or “BEAD,” Program—allowing accountability for application fees. Upon introducing the bill, Congressman Allen issued the following statement: "As Vice Chair... Read More »

This evening, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) attended President Donald J. Trump's first Joint Address to Congress during his second term in the White House. Following the speech, Congressman Allen issued the statement below: "President Trump is already making good on his promise to the American people. In less than two months, this administration has reversed the many failures of President Bide... Read More »

Today, U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. Every year, Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor a nationwide high school art competition. This contest is open to all high school students (9th – 12th grade) in Georgia’s 12th District. The winning piece will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol, and its student artist will rec... Read More »

Yesterday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), a member of the House Committee on Education and Workforce, introduced the Expanding Student Access to Mental Health Services Act. This bill would provide school districts with increased flexibility in how they can use funds from an existing grant program under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) to improve mental health services for students. Upon i... Read More »

Today, the House of Representatives passed H. Con. Res. 14 which establishes the congressional budget for the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2025 and sets forth the appropriate budgetary levels for Fiscal Years 2026 through 2034. After voting in support of the concurrent resolution, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the following statement: "By passing today's budget framework, Ho... Read More »

On Friday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), Chairman of the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee, introduced the Validate Prior Learning to Accelerate Employment Act. This legislation will accelerate job seekers’ return to and advancement in the workforce by more effectively identifying and validating their existing skills gained through prior work experience, military service, l... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) introduced a resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of March 2025 as "National March into Literacy Month." Upon its introduction, Congressman Allen issued the following statement: "Studies show that children who are not reading proficiently by the third grade are four times less likely to graduate from high school on time. This highl... Read More »

Today, by a vote of 52-46, the United States Senate confirmed Kelly Loeffler as Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Following the Senate vote, Congressman Allen issued the statement below: "With Kelly Loeffler at the helm of the SBA, small business owners throughout the state of Georgia and nationwide have a tireless advocate by their side. With her years of experience a... Read More »

Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 27, the HALT Fentanyl Act. H.R. 27 will help stop the flow of illicit fentanyl across our southern border by making the temporary class-wide scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances permanent and ensuring law enforcement officers have the tools they need to keep these dangerous drugs off our streets. The Trump Administration has also issued a... Read More »

Today, by a vote of 77-23, the United States Senate confirmed Doug Collins as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Following the Senate vote, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the statement below: "I congratulate Doug Collins on his confirmation to serve as our nation’s Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. As a veteran himself and a dedicated public servant... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced his office is seeking applicants for the 2025 Summer 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 includi... Read More »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Republican Members of the Georgia Delegation attended the White House signing ceremony as President Donald J. Trump signed S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, into law. Following the ceremonial bill signing, Congressman Allen issued the statement below: "President Trump and House Republicans made a promise to the American people to secure our border and prevent ... Read More »