U.S. Rep. Sam Graves (MO-6)
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Pony Up Act reintroduced to address USPS bill delivery delays
U.S. Representatives Sam Graves, Emanuel Cleaver II, and Mark Alford have reintroduced the Pony Up Act, aiming to hold the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) accountable for late bill deliveries.
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Graves' bill aims to boost rural broadband access through new legislation
The Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility (E-BRIDGE) Act has been signed into law as part of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024.
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Senate passes water resources development act; awaits presidential approval
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves has praised the U.S. Senate for passing the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA).
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Sam Graves recommended to continue as chair of transportation committee
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves has been recommended by the Republican Steering Committee to continue in his role for the 119th Congress.
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House passes defense bill with military pay raises
Congressman Sam Graves of Missouri has expressed approval following the House's passage of the Servicemember Quality of Life and National Defense Authorization Act.
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House passes water resources bill; Senate review pending
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) with a decisive 399 to 18 vote.
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Graves announces nominations for Missouri students to military academies
U.S. Representative Sam Graves has announced the nominations for students from Missouri's Sixth Congressional District to attend the United States Military Service Academies.
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Missouri Republicans question Biden over release of Venezuelan gang members
Washington D.C. - Congressman Sam Graves, alongside Senators Josh Hawley and Eric Schmitt, and Representatives Blaine Luetkemeyer, Ann Wagner, Jason Smith, Mark Alford, and Eric Burlison, have reached out to President Joe Biden with concerns about...
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Lawmakers question FEMA over alleged political bias during hurricane relief efforts
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves and Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Subcommittee Chairman Scott Perry are pressing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for answers...
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Graves urges Biden-Harris administration compliance with Supreme Court's WOTUS ruling
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves, along with fellow Republicans on the committee, has raised concerns regarding the Biden-Harris Administration's approach to the Supreme Court's ruling on "waters of the United...
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Lawmakers urge President Biden's intervention in port strike
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee Chairman Daniel Webster (R-FL) have called on President Biden to use his authority to end the ongoing strike at U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports.
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Graves introduces bills defending Missouri farmers' land rights
Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) introduced two bills today aimed at bolstering landowner rights against federal land seizures. The Rails to Trails Landowner Rights Act and the Protecting Our Farmers from the Green New Deal Act are designed to address concerns over property rights and government intervention.
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Missouri Representatives call for audit of Hazelwood postal center
Representatives Sam Graves (MO-06), Jason Smith (MO-08), Ann Wagner (MO-02), and Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) have called on Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to request an audit by the United States Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General. The focus is on the Hazelwood, MO Sorting and Distribution Center, with concerns over failures in delivering election mail on time and a new USPS proposal that could further delay mail in rural areas.
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House passes Water Resources Development Act with bipartisan support
The Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), H.R. 8812, was overwhelmingly approved this week by the U.S. House of Representatives, with a vote of 359 to 13. Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), along with Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Chairman David Rouzer (R-NC), and Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Ranking Member Grace Napolitano (D-CA) introduced H.R. 8812 last month.
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Graves issues statement on attempted assassination of President Trump
U.S. Representative Sam Graves (MO-06) released a statement following an attempt on President Donald Trump’s life at a rally in Pennsylvania.
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Water resources bill includes key provisions for North Missouri
Washington, D.C. - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), along with Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Chairman David Rouzer (R-NC), and Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee Ranking Member Grace Napolitano (D-CA) introduced H.R. 8812, the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA) earlier this week. The bill was approved by the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today and now awaits consideration by the full House.
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House passes defense bill with military pay raise
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) voted to pass the Servicemember Quality of Life and National Defense Authorization Act today. The bill includes provisions to boost military pay, as well as Graves’ amendment to authorize $220 million for two additional C-130J aircraft, which could potentially be based at the 139th Airlift Wing in St. Joseph in the future.
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Congressman urges USPS action on New London post office closure
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Sam Graves has written to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, urging the United States Postal Service (USPS) to develop a plan to ensure a post office remains in New London, Missouri. The local post office closed earlier this week for repairs, with no reopening date provided. Residents with PO Boxes are uncertain about where they will receive their mail during the closure.
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Graves secures funds for additional C-130Js in defense bill
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Sam Graves' (MO-06) amendment to authorize $220 million for two additional C-130J aircraft was accepted during the House Armed Services Committee’s markup of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act. The 139th Airlift Wing in St. Joseph currently operates older C-130H aircraft.
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Graves announces winners of 2024 art competition
Kansas City, MO – Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) has announced the winners of the annual 6th Congressional District Art Competition.