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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 »

Today, U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced changes to the 2020 High School Congressional Art Competition due to the coronavirus outbreak. Congressman Allen has asked students and teachers to submit high resolution photos of any art that they would like to enter into the competition to his office via email. He has also extended the deadline for submissions to Friday, May 15,… Read more »

U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) today released the following statement after the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act passed in the House of Representatives: “While the bill was far from perfect, our nation is in the middle of an unprecedented crisis. The coronavirus pandemic is impacting every facet of our lives and demands a robust federal response. The… Read more »

By Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) March 24, 2020 https://bit.ly/2y77wUA Our nation is in the middle of… Read more »

Effective Monday, March 16, 2020, the offices of U.S. Congressman Rick W. Allen (R-GA-12) will modify operating procedures until further notice. The Washington, D.C. office will be closed, with congressional staff teleworking during normal business hours. All district offices will remain open with the same hours; however, out of an abundance of caution, due to COVID-19, will not be… Read more »

Yesterday, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke during a special order on the House floor in support of the Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below. … Read more »