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Dear John,
Recent News
Winter is slowly turning into Spring here in D.C. and with Spring brings many visitors to D.C. and our office! This month I had the privilege to meet with many of our city councils, students from the district, and some great local businesses! Ensuring that your priorities are heard is my main focus as your Congressman. It is great getting to connect with all of you so please never hesitate to visit our office on your trips to Washington D.C.
Mansfield City Council and the Mansfield Youth Council
Arlington City Council
Some great friends from District 6!
As we move into April, I want to wish everyone a very blessed Easter!
D.C. Update
On Friday March 15th I was happy to announce that I have now been appointed to the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee! I am honored to have the opportunity to serve on this subcommittee with Chairman Calvert. The Defense Appropriations Subcommittee is where the House of Representatives uses the power of the purse to ensure our military has the right equipment, sufficient resources, and well-trained warfighters to protect America, her citizens, and our national interests throughout the world.
Here is some of the legislation we passed this month!
- H.R. 7454 – Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2024
- H.R. 6544 – Atomic Energy Advancement Act
- H.R. 6009 – Restoring American Energy Dominance Act
- H.R. 1121 – Protecting American Energy Production Act
Recent Legislation that I have Cosponsored!
- H.R. 5403, CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act This bill forbids Federal Reserve banks from providing products or services directly to individuals, holding accounts for individuals, or issuing a central bank digital currency (such as a digital dollar) to individuals, either directly or indirectly.
- H.R. 7468, To ensure that United States diplomats and officials of the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission are able to advance efforts seeking compliance by the United Mexican States with the 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.
- H.Res. 1086, Expressing support for the designation of March 19, 2024, as "National Agriculture Day" and celebrating the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States.
District Update
Do you have a student who excels in art? A great opportunity to have their artwork displayed in our nation’s Capitol! Deadline for submissions is April 10th! From more information check out our website!
As you start to plan any summer international travel please take a look at these important passport reminders!
Majority of Foreign Countries implement a Six- or Three-Month Passport Validity Rule which means regardless if your passport still has 6 months left until it is expired, the foreign country will refuse your arrival.
- To know if the county you are traveling to has a 6- or 3-month validity rule, the link below will allow you to type your destination country in and provide you with the rules the county has implemented. Learn About Your Destination (state.gov)
We recommend always enrolling in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) before traveling outside the country. STEP is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
With enrolling in STEP you will: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (state.gov)
- Receive important information from the Embassy about safety conditions in your destination country, helping you make informed decisions about your travel plans.
- Help the U.S. Embassy contact you in an emergency, whether natural disaster, civil unrest, or family emergency.
- Help family and friends get in touch with you in an emergency.
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Sincerely,
Jake Ellzey
Member of Congress
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