Press Releases

Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army finalized the Navigable Waters Protection Rule, which provides a new definition of Waters of the United States (WOTUS). U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), a member of the House Agriculture Committee, released the following statement: “The Obama-era WOTUS rule was the poster child for government… Read more »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke on the House floor about the ongoing situation with Iran and commended President Trump for taking action to protect American lives. The House passed a partisan resolution aimed at weakening President Trump at a moment our nation should be steadfast and united by a vote of 224 to 194. Congressman… Read more »

WASHINGTON -Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today released the following statement after voting in support of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which passed the House of Representatives 385 to 41: “President Trump made a promise to the American people to renegotiate a trade deal… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today spoke during debate on the House floor in strong opposition to the impeachment of President Donald Trump. Tonight, he voted against both articles of impeachment. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. Additionally, Congressman Allen spoke yesterday on the House floor highlighting how House Democrats have put politics above the American… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today released the following statement in strong opposition to the impeachment of President Trump: “Long before the phone call with Ukraine took place, liberals made their intent to undermine President Trump clear. This week, in a desperate attempt to solidify the last few months of House Democrats’ sham impeachment process, Speaker Pelosi will bring… Read more »

Yesterday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke during debate on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 3, Speaker Pelosi’s socialist prescription drug pricing plan. The House of Representatives voted to pass the legislation today 230 to 192. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below.  We all… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today voted in support of the Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Conference Report. The NDAA is the annual bill that authorizes defense spending and sets priorities for America’s military. “This year’s NDAA secures vital funds to support the men and women who selflessly serve our great country in uniform,” said Congressman… Read more »

Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today released the following statement in support of the United-States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) following Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s announcement that a vote will be scheduled: “More than a year ago, President Trump fulfilled one of his core promises to the American people and signed an agreement to ensure more balanced, reciprocal trade with our… Read more »

U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) today released the following statement after Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced that he will appoint Kelly Loeffler to the U.S. Senate, serving in Senator Johnny Isakson’s seat through 2020: “Kelly Loeffler is cut from the same cloth as me, Senator Perdue and President Trump: A successful businesswoman who is committed to making tough choices… Read more »

U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) spoke during debate on the House floor today in support of the TRACED Act, legislation that aims to end the malicious practice of robocalls and spoofing. The bill passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. … Read more »