This past Thursday, House Republicans passed the remaining appropriations bills and concluded their work on FY26 appropriations. Following House passage, Speaker Johnson, Leader Scalise, Whip Emmer, and Chairwoman McClain released a joint leadership statement, saying: "Once enacted, any last remnants of Biden-era spending will be replaced with President Trump’s spending levels. Many doubted us, but Republicans have delivered once again in making the America First agenda a reality." Click here for the full statement and click the image below to watch Speaker Johnson's remarks following successful passage.

On Wednesday, at the weekly House Republican Leadership press conference, Speaker Johnson discussed what it means to finish FY26 appropriations, the beginning of tax season and the transformative benefits of the Working Families Tax Cuts, and his address to the U.K. Parliament. Speaker Johnson said, "Once we pass the final batch this week, Republicans will have finally replaced the last of any Biden-era spending levels with Trump-era spending levels. No more Biden and Pelosi negotiated budgets. We've turned that page, and we are not turning back.” Click the image below to watch Speaker Johnson's remarks.

This week, House Republicans passed two pro-life, pro-family bills to support pregnant women and families and to ensure pregnant students are equipped to finish their education with the resources they need to choose life. House Republicans are committed to delivering on their promise to protect the sanctity of life and support mothers.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK

Joined by tens of thousands of attendees on Friday, Speaker Johnson delivered remarks at the 53rd annual March for Life on the National Mall. During his remarks, Speaker Johnson reflected on his experience as the product of an unplanned pregnancy, reaffirmed his commitment to always protect the sanctity of human life, and shared how Republicans delivered the most pro-family, pro-life piece of legislation in history this past summer with the passage of the Working Families Tax Cuts. Click the image below to watch his remarks.

On Thursday, Speaker Johnson visited many pro-life students, advocates, and leaders from across Louisiana ahead of the March for Life in Washington.

On Friday, Speaker Johnson and his wife, Kelly, hosted Erika Kirk at the U.S. Capitol.

LAGNIAPPE

On Wednesday, Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office Deputy Tim Jordan, a four-year veteran of the office, tragically passed away in an automobile accident while on duty. Please join us in praying for Deputy Jordan's wife and two children, friends, loved ones and the entire Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office.

This past week, Speaker Johnson delivered a historic address to Parliament where he discussed the special relationship between our two countries and how a strong America is good for the entire world. Click here to watch the address, and click the image below to read more in The Advocate.

Speaker Johnson is honored and proud to represent the great people of Louisiana's 4th Congressional District. He is always grateful for your support. Never hesitate to reach out.

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Notes from the Office of Speaker Mike Johnson