Remembering Those Who Made The Ultimate Sacrifice  

Today, we pause in solemn remembrance of the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We are forever indebted to those who gave their lives in defense of our freedom. You are not forgotten.

Honoring America's Working Dogs

Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.807, the Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act. I first introduced this legislation in 2023 to honor the working dogs who protect Americans at home and abroad and the extraordinary people who benefit from their service.

H.R. 807 directs the U.S. Treasury to mint and issue coins in commemoration of the service that these dogs provide to society. All sales of coins shall include a surcharge, which shall be paid to America's VetDogs for general expenses associated with the fulfillment of its mission.

Click here to read more. You can watch my remarks in support of this legislation here or by clicking on the image below.

Advancing American Innovation and Protecting American Civil Liberties  

Last week, the House passed landmark legislation to provide a regulatory framework and consumer protection for the digital asset ecosystem. The Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act passed with broad bipartisan support in a tremendous step toward cementing America as a leader in innovation.

Click here to read more. You can watch my remarks in support of this legislation here or by clicking on the image below.

Also this week, the House passed the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act. This commonsense legislation will prevent a central bank digital currency from being implemented by unelected bureaucrats. It is imperative to defend Americans' financial privacy and civil liberties from a Chinse Communist Party-style CBDC. 

Click here or on the image below to watch my remarks in support of this legislation.

What I've Been Reading

WHKY

Congratulations to the Lenoir-Rhyne University Bears Softball team on their historic season! The Bears reached the Final Four of the NCAA Division II Softball Championship in the school’s first appearance. Congratulations again to these young women and their coaches on making their school and the Hickory community proud.

Spectrum News

I am a proud cosponsor of this legislation to expedite claims for Camp Lejeune Marines, veterans, and families impacted by tainted drinking water. It is imperative to move this process forward for those who have served our nation.