Press Releases

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), Senior Republican on the House Education and Labor K-12 Subcommittee, today introduced the Educational Flexibility for Families Act, legislation that requires K-12 schools to provide an option for students to safely attend in-person classes for the upcoming school year in order to be eligible for additional federal assistance. “This school year will… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Congressman John Lewis (GA-05): “America lost a civil rights icon and great Georgian. Congressman John Lewis dedicated his life to fighting injustice and cared deeply about making the world a better place -- and he certainly did that. Robin and I pray that his family finds peace during this… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) introduced legislation yesterday to extend the Augusta Canal’s authorization as a National Heritage Area. “Built in 1845, the Augusta Canal is the nation's only industrial power canal still in use for its original purpose – making it worthy of the National Heritage Area designation,”… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), a member of the House Education and Labor Committee, today spoke during debate on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 1425, partisan legislation that would expand Obamacare, implement government price setting for drugs, and result in fewer cures for Americans. The legislation passed the House of Representatives 234 to 179. Congressman Allen’s remarks… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), a member of the House Education and Labor Committee, today spoke during debate on the House floor in opposition to overriding President Trump’s veto of H.J.Res. 76. This partisan resolution, which was vetoed by President Trump, provided congressional disapproval of the rule submitted by the Department of… Read more »

U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced today the launch of the 2020 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Georgia’s 12th District. This nationwide competition is for students interested in creating a software application, or “app,” for web, PC, tablet, mobile, or other platform of their… Read more »

Reps. Rick Allen (R-Ga.), Doug Collins (R-Ga.), Austin Scott (R-Ga.), Drew Ferguson (R-Ga.), Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-Ga.), and Jody Hice (R-Ga.) released the following statement after the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that it is illegal for farmers to continue to use dicamba herbicides, which are used primarily by cotton and soybean farmers: “Now more than ever when commodity… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today announced the winning artwork submissions from high school students in Georgia’s 12th District for the 2020 Congressional Art Competition. The first place winner’s artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year, and all other winning pieces will be displayed in the offices of Congressman Allen. “Congratulations to our winners and a… Read more »

U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement after opposing Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Socialist Wish List Act: “It’s become clear why Speaker Pelosi has refused to call the House back in session to negotiate a next phase of coronavirus legislation; she wants to exploit the COVID-19… Read more »

U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement after the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act passed in the House of Representatives: “As a small business owner for over 40 years, I understand employers are facing tough decisions as they prioritize the health and safety of their workforce while also trying to maintain payroll and… Read more »