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Originally published by The Augusta Chronicle President Joe Biden has signed a bill into law requiring the continued upkeep of Augusta's New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam. Under the new Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024, the 87-year-old lock and dam will be fully repaired to keep the pool level along Augusta's riverfront at 114.5 feet. "This is a historic… Read more »

Originally published by WRDW WASHINGTON - The U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday passed the Laken Riley Act to arrest and detain undocumented immigrants who have committed crimes — a bill named for the Augusta University nursing student who was murdered on the University of Georgia campus in 2024. The measure was sponsored by U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, R-Ga., by a vote of… Read more »

On Saturday, President Joseph R. Biden signed into law S. 4367, the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024. This bill includes language (Section 1315) which authorizes a full repair of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam and requires the pool level to be maintained at 114.5 feet. Upon the announcement, Congressmen Rick W. Allen (GA-12) and Joe… Read more »

Originally published by WRDW AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Big news in a years-long debate over the future of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam as President Joe Biden signed the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 into law on Saturday. This bill will authorize a full repair of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam and also requires the pool level to be… Read more »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) was sworn into office for the 119th Congress. Following his swearing-in, Congressman Allen issued the statement below: "I was honored to take the oath of office and renew my commitment to serving the residents of Georgia's 12th District. The House and Senate Republican majorities and President Trump's Administration have been given a… Read more »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) issued the following statement after supporting Rep. Mike Johnson's (R-LA) election as Speaker of the House for the 119th Congress: "I was proud to support Mike Johnson for Speaker of the House today. Mike is a dear friend, man of faith, and principled leader who has successfully guided the Republican conference with a slim majority—an… Read more »

Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) released the following statement on the passing of James Earl Carter Jr., 39th President of the United States: “It is with a heavy heart that Robin and I join the nation in mourning the loss of former President Jimmy Carter. President Carter was a devoted father, loving husband, and decorated patriot. “Growing up on a peanut farm in Central… Read more »

Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee announced that Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) has been selected to serve as the Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology (C&T). Following the announcement, Congressman Allen issued the statement below: "I am honored to have been selected as the Vice Chair of the Communications and Technology Subcommittee for… Read more »

Today, the House of Representatives passed S. Amdt. to H.R. 5009, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA). The NDAA authorizes annual funding levels for the U.S. Armed Forces and sets expenditures for the Department of Defense (DOD). After supporting the bill on the House floor, Congressman Rick W.… Read more »

Originally published by The Augusta Press.  The historic New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam is now one step closer to being taken off the demolition list for good. According to Congressman Rick Allen, S. 4367, the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, which passed the House Dec. 10 with a two-thirds majority, closes the final loopholes to keep… Read more »