Press Releases

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), a member of the House Education and Labor Committee, this week introduced the Expanding Student Access to Mental Health Services Act, legislation that provides school districts with increased flexibility in how they can use funds from an existing grant program under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) to better provide mental health services for… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) this week introduced legislation to extend the Augusta Canal’s authorization as a National Heritage Area. “The Augusta Canal played a critical role during the Industrial Revolution and is currently the nation’s only industrial power canal still in use for its original purpose,” said Congressman Allen. “I’m proud to introduce legislation to extend its… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement after attending the 59th Presidential Inauguration: "Today we witnessed a great American tradition: the peaceful transfer of power. While I will continue to fight for our conservative values, I am hopeful we can find areas for bipartisanship… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement after opposing impeachment: "What we saw last week was an assault on our democracy, and that tragic day has highlighted the urgent need for leaders on both sides of the aisle to end the extreme rhetoric and come together to help unite our country. The attack should never have happened, and we must launch a full… Read more »

WASHINGTON — 37 Republican members of Congress today issued the following statement in advance of the joint session of Congress at 1:00 p.m. today. *** In the joint session of Congress today, we will vote to sustain objections to slates of electors submitted by states we believe clearly violated the Constitution in… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today released the following statement after voting in support of the Bipartisan-Bicameral Omnibus & COVID Relief Deal: “After months of unnecessary delay from Congressional Democrats who put partisan, presidential politics over the American people, COVID-19 relief is finally on its way to workers and families. “As our nation continues to… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today voted in support of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Conference Report. The NDAA is the annual bill that authorizes defense spending and sets priorities for America’s military. “Passing today’s bill fulfills our greatest responsibility – supporting our military,” said Congressman Allen. “Every year, Congress is… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement after testing positive for COVID-19: "I have been undergoing regular COVID-19 testing and learned today that I have tested positive for COVID-19. I do not have any symptoms and will continue to work on behalf of the 12th District from home as I quarantine." ### Read more »

Yesterday, the United States District Court for South Carolina ordered in favor of the State of South Carolina and the City of Augusta in the case against the Savannah District Army Corps of Engineers regarding their proposed plan to remove the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam and move forward with a rock weir that would not maintain the current pool of water. Congressman Rick W. Allen… Read more »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke during debate on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 8294, partisan legislation that would rollback the apprenticeship program established and championed by President Trump, instead opting for a one-size-fits-all federal registered apprenticeship system that imposes more bureaucratic red tape and requirements. Congressman Allen’s remarks… Read more »