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 and keeping America great. I am thankful for her willingness to serve, and I look forward to working together t...
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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. For too long, unwanted callers have circumvented the law in order to deliberately mislead Americans through robocalls and spoofing. In fact, this is the number one issue at every town hal...
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Last night, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke during a special order on the House floor in honor of National Bible Week. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. I rise today in honor of National Bible Week. I thank Congressman Lamborn for taking the time tonight to recognize the importance of honoring God’s word. 78 years ago, FDR declared National Bible Week just before the start of World War II. Just as it was then, the Bible is God’s gift to us, standing the test of time and ser...
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Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke during debate on the House floor in opposition to H.R. 1309, another overreaching government mandate that impacts healthcare and social service workers. The House passed this legislation 251 to 158. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. Those who work in hospitals and in social services are remarkable – they provide Americans with compassion and care in some of life’s most difficult situations. But every day, these workers face real risks ...
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U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced today that his staff will be holding Community Office Hours across the 12th district during the month of December. These office hours offer the opportunity for constituents to receive personal assistance from Congressman Allen’s office in their local communities. There will be no formal presentation nor will Congressman Allen be in attendance. These office hours are about one-on-one visits between staff and Georgia-12 constituents. Staff will be a...
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Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) joined his Georgia colleagues and spoke during a special order on the House floor in honor of Senator Johnny Isakson. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. I rise today to honor my great mentor and friend, Senator Johnny Isakson. Along with greetings to Dianne and your wonderful family, I was there last Saturday to witness your beloved Bulldogs beat my beloved Auburn Tigers and congratulations! I pray they go all the way for you – I think that’d...
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Yesterday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12), a member of the House Education and Labor Committee, spoke on the House floor in support of National Apprenticeship Week. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. I rise today in support of National Apprenticeship Week. The Republican led Congress and President Trump jumpstarted America’s economy, making it the best in the world. There has never been a better time to enter the workforce. However, every time I am back in the district I hear ab...
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Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today announced internship opportunities in his Washington, D.C. and Augusta offices for the spring semester. “Internships provide high school graduates, current college students, and young professionals with the opportunity to learn firsthand how Congress operates,” said Congressman Allen. “Not only will interns learn about the legislative process, they also play an integral role in constituent services and will gain invaluable networking opportunities.” Candi...
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Today, U.S. Congressmen Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Joe Wilson (SC-02) released the following statement after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division announced they will proceed with the removal of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam and move forward with Alternative 2-6D, which was simulated in February 2019 with disastrous results: “Since the day the Corps announced their disastrous plans to remove the Lock and Dam and replace it with a rock weir, we have fought their decision ...
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Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke during debate on the House floor in support of reauthorizing the Older Americans Act, which expired on September 30, 2019. The House of Representatives passed this legislation with unanimous, bipartisan support. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. Fifty-four years ago, our country made a commitment to older Americans and their families. In 1965, the Older Americans Act was enacted to support a wide range of services and programs for indi...
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