Dear Friends,
Inflation is a tax on every single hardworking American and last week’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed inflation rose 9.1% in June from a year ago - the largest 12-month increase in four decades. Even though this administration continues to point fingers in every direction but their own, it’s clear this economic crisis is a direct result of President Biden and the Democrats tax-and-spend policies – and they continue to ignore the real impacts of their radical agenda.
Now, households are paying an extra $6,000 this year for everyday goods and folks have lost over $3,000 in annual wages. Instead of working to address America’s inflation crisis, D.C. Democrats continue to push for trillions more in government spending, which will only exacerbate America’s record inflation.
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| Honoring Former Senator Isakson |
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Last Wednesday, I joined all members of Georgia’s Congressional delegation to introduce a bill that would name the Department of Veterans Affairs regional office in Atlanta after Johnny Isakson, the late U.S. Senator from Georgia who passed away in December of 2021. Senator Isakson was a true titan of public service. For decades, Johnny faithfully served the people of Georgia – and our nation – with compassionate and honest leadership. Johnny lived by his motto: There are only two kinds of people, friends and future friends.
As the former Chair of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, his passion to promote and strengthen policies that brought care and support to our nation’s veterans was second to none. I am proud to join my Georgia colleagues on this legislation to forever enshrine Senator Isakson’s name and legacy on the Department of Veterans Affairs regional office in Atlanta.
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| Fort Benning Change of Command |
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Last Thursday, Major General Curtis Buzzard, formerly the deputy chief of staff for the U.S. Army Forces Command at Fort Bragg in North Carolina, assumed command of Fort Benning.
We thank Major General Patrick Donahoe - the previous top commander at Fort Benning since July 2020 - for his nearly 34 years of dedicated service in the Army and wish him well as he starts his retirement in Columbus! Click here to read more.
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| Opening of Pike VA Clinic |
Today, the new Pike County VA clinic opened and is welcoming veterans for treatment. This new facility will provide a wide range of medical services – including outpatient, primary care, and mental health services – for veterans in Georgia’s Third Congressional District. The clinic is located at 9475 US-19, Zebulon, GA 30295.
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| Thanks for Visiting |
It was great to meet with Michael Duncan, Pike County School Superintendent, in my D.C. office last Wednesday. We had an insightful discussion about how we can continue to equip students with the necessary skills to ensure success - including advancing career and technical education opportunities.
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| The Week Ahead |
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The House will consider the following pieces of legislation this week:
S. 144 - Desert Sage Youth Wellness Center Access Improvement Act
H.R. 1286 - Southern Campaign of the Revolution National Heritage Corridor Act of 2021, as amended
H.R. 2024 - Southern Maryland National Heritage Area Act, as amended
H.R. 3222 - Alabama Black Belt National Heritage Area Act, as amended
H.R. 4404 - Kissimmee River Wild and Scenic River Act, as amended
H.R. 6337 - Biking on Long-Distance Trails Act, as amended
H.R. 7002 - Gateway Solidarity Act, as amended
H.R. 7025 - Advancing Human Rights-Centered International Conservation Act of 2022, as amended
H.R. 7693 - National Park Foundation Reauthorization Act of 2022
H.Res. 1130 - Expressing support for the sovereign decision of Finland and Sweden to apply to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) as well as calling on all members of NATO to ratify the protocols of accession swiftly, as amended
H.R. 8294 - Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2023
H.R. 8373 - Right to Contraception Act (Subject to a Rule)
Possible Consideration of Legislation Related to
Investing in Domestic Semiconductor Supply
Additional Legislative Items Are Possible
As always, I’m here to serve you. Please contact my office with any questions, comments, or concerns. Be sure to follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube to keep track of upcoming legislation and events!
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| In This Edition |
- Highest Inflation in Four Decades
- Honoring Former Senator Isakson
- Fort Benning Change of Command
- Opening of Pike VA Clinic
- Thanks for Visiting
- The Week Ahead |
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Georgia U.S. House Delegation Introduce Bill To Name Atlanta Regional VA Office After Former Senator Isakson
Athens CEO
“Senator Isakson was a true titan of public service,” said Congressman FERGUSON. “For decades, Johnny faithfully served the people of Georgia – and our nation – with compassionate and honest leadership. Johnny lived by his motto: There are only two kinds of people, friends and future friends.
Ferguson introduces bill honoring former Senator Isakson
Newnan Times Herald
Congressman Drew FERGUSON, R-Ga., and all members of Georgia’s congressional delegation recently introduced a bill that would name the Department of Veterans Affairs regional office in Atlanta after former U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson.
Coweta-Fayette EMC delegates learning on Washington Youth Tour
Winters Media
On “Capitol Hill Day,” CFEMC delegates enjoyed visits with U.S. Representatives Rick Allen, Buddy Carter, Drew FERGUSON, and a member from Representative Sanford Bishop’s office.
House bill seeks to raise reimbursement for rural hospitals in bid to close payment disparity
Fierce Healthcare
The bipartisan legislation, introduced Wednesday by Reps. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, and Drew FERGUSON, R-Georgia, would create a national minimum of 0.85 for the Medicare Area Wage index, which determines payments to hospitals. The lawmakers said the payment boost is needed to ensure fairness for reimbursement of rural hospitals.
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