In a Washington Post op-ed printed yesterday, Representatives Michael Waltz (FL-R), Jimmy Panetta (CA-D), Don Bacon (NE-R), and Chrissy Houlahan (PA-D) announced the co-founding of a new bipartisan Congressional Caucus, “For Country.”
Bacon and Panetta will serve as chairs of the For Country Caucus in the House of Representatives. Waltz and Houlahan will serve as… Read more »
Earlier this week, Representatives Michael Waltz (R-FL) and Ted S. Yoho (R-FL) introduced the Small Scale LNG Access Act, H.R. 1836. This legislation will streamline permitting of natural gas facilities that export less than 51.1 billion cubic feet per year.
The current permitting process for LNG export facilities is expensive, and small-scale projects often are not cost effective.… Read more »
Earlier this week, Representative Michael Waltz (FL-R) took to the House Floor to mark Women’s History Month, a monthlong celebration throughout March honoring the important role women play in our personal, local, and national history.
Waltz discussed the role his single mother had on him and how he’s proud to be raising a teenage daughter at a time when we’ve seen tremendous gains for… Read more »
“The 21st Century space race is on, and this is not only a jobs issue for Florida, but also a national security issue for America,” Waltz said upon introduction. “I’m thankful President Trump has been working to ensure America’s leadership and ability to compete in space, and I’m proud to introduce legislation the Department of Defense needs to establish a United States Space Command and hopefully locate its headquarters in Florida.” Read more »
“This week is Daytona Bike Week, where my district… welcomes nearly 300,000 avid motorcyclists for our community’s 78th annual celebration of liberty, freedom and two-wheeled, motorized muscle,” Waltz said. “No other event comes close to matching our combination of bikes, Florida beaches, sun and fun. Read more »
“Floridian Bob Levinson served our country through a long, distinguished career in law enforcement, and yet for 12 years Bob has been left behind or forgotten,” said Congressman Waltz. “While I greatly wish the circumstances were different, I’ve been proud to meet with his family and thank them for their strength and bravery. I urge my colleagues to join us in supporting this resolution which urges Iran to take meaningful steps toward returning Bob to his family and urges President Trump to send a clear message to the Iranian regime that Bob’s release remains a top U.S. priority.” Read more »
“As a combat veteran and Green Beret, I know how hard service men and women train and prepare for our jobs on the battlefield,” Waltz said. “It is also essential for us to train and prepare for our transition into civilian life, but we often need resources and guidance to do so. Our country and our communities are better when our veterans find stable, meaningful employment to support themselves and their families. I’m proud the Veterans Armed for Success Act will provide VA grants to local organizations supporting our heroes’ transitions.” Read more »
“With this legislation we’re calling on our colleagues here in Congress, the Administration, and the American people to join us in putting these rogue regimes and terrorist hostage takers on notice,” Waltz said. “Until now, there’s not been a significant downside or cost to taking an American hostage. This bipartisan legislation would raise the costs and increase the pressure on those who dare take American citizens hostage.” Read more »
“In your advice do the conditions merit a withdrawal, a reduction of forces- whether it’s the conditions of the Afghan Army, which I would think we’d agree is not ready to stand on its own, or the battlefield conditions from a CT perspective?” Waltz asked.
“… The political conditions and where we are in the reconciliation, right now, don’t merit that,” General Votel replied. Read more »
“In your advice do the conditions merit a withdrawal, a reduction of forces- whether it’s the conditions of the Afghan Army, which I would think we’d agree is not ready to stand on its own, or the battlefield conditions from a CT perspective?” Waltz asked.
“… The political conditions and where we are in the reconciliation, right now, don’t merit that,” General Votel replied. Read more »
