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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.

By NE Missouri News | Oct 1, 2024

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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.

By NE Missouri News | Sep 18, 2024

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Missouri Representatives call for audit of Hazelwood postal center

By NE Missouri News | Sep 11, 2024

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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Ameren announces open houses for Northern Missouri Grid Transformation Program

By NE Missouri News | Aug 21, 2024

Ameren invites community members, landowners, and stakeholders to an in-person open house for Phase 2 of the Northern Missouri Grid Transformation Program. The event aims to provide information about the program and gather public input.

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William "Bill" King seeks re-election to Adair County Commission

By NE Missouri News | Jul 30, 2024

Bill King, incumbent member of the Adair County Commission, is seeking the Republican nomination for re-election to his seat representing the First District for a four-year term. The primary election will be held on August 6.

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Shoop seeks election to Adair County Commission

By NE Missouri News | Jul 29, 2024

Joseph Shoop is seeking the Republican nomination to represent the Second District for a four-year term. The primary election will be held on August 6.

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House passes Water Resources Development Act with bipartisan support

By NE Missouri News | Jul 24, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Jul 13, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Jun 26, 2024

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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Adair County opens bid requests for jail construction and building demolition

By NE Missouri News | Jun 14, 2024

Bid requests are currently being accepted for the jail and demolition of buildings. Interested parties can find more information and download the bid details by visiting the Bid Request page at https://adaircountymissouri.com/government/bids-requested/.

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House passes defense bill with military pay raise

By NE Missouri News | Jun 14, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Jun 13, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | May 24, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | May 21, 2024

Kansas City, MO – Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) has announced the winners of the annual 6th Congressional District Art Competition.

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Graves joins Johnson at FAA bill signing ceremony

By NE Missouri News | May 16, 2024

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) joined Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) at a signing ceremony for H.R. 3935, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. This legislation reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and aviation infrastructure and safety programs for five years. The bill was approved by the U.S. House of Representatives on May 15th with a vote of 387 to 26, and has now been signed into law by the President.

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House passes comprehensive FAA Reauthorization Act with bipartisan support

By NE Missouri News | May 15, 2024

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 (H.R. 3935), a comprehensive bipartisan bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and aviation infrastructure and safety programs for five years. The bill received broad bipartisan support in a 387-26 vote.

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Graves and Cleaver Urge DOJ and BOP to Keep Robert Courtney Behind Bars

By NE Missouri News | Apr 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver (MO-05) have penned a letter to Attorney General Garland and Director Colette Peters of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, imploring them to ensure that convicted felon Robert Courtney remains in prison.“Robert Courtney’s violent crimes were heinous,” the members expressed. “To this day, it’s difficult to find anyone in the region that hasn’t been impacted, who didn’t have a family member, friend, or loved-one stolen from them too soon by Courtney. Through fraud and deceit, he stole precious time...

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Graves Backs Military Aid for Allies, Opposes Financial Assistance

By NE Missouri News | Apr 20, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) stood firm in his support for military aid to allies while opposing financial assistance, as reflected in his recent voting patterns.In a recent statement, Graves criticized President Biden's foreign policy approach, stating, "President Biden has shown unprecedented weakness to our allies and adversaries around the globe." Graves highlighted concerns about various international issues, including border security, Iran, Russia, and China.Graves' actions aligned with his words as he voted in favor of critical legislation...

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Graves Secures Funding for Cameron Airport Project

By NE Missouri News | Apr 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Sam Graves has successfully secured $5,220,000 for the reconstruction of the Cameron Memorial Airport runway in the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations bill signed into law last month.“Our rural airports are incredibly important to North Missouri,” expressed Rep. Sam Graves. “Cameron Memorial Airport is an important economic driver for the region, supporting flight training, aerial agricultural spraying, recreational flying and more. The extensive durability cracking on the Airport’s only runway means it needs to be replaced to allow these...

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Graves Secures Funding for Hannibal Stormwater Project

By NE Missouri News | Apr 4, 2024

Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) has successfully secured funding for the downtown Hannibal stormwater project. The $3.5 million allocation, included in the appropriations bill signed into law last month, will support the project slated to take place from North Street to Mark Twain Avenue. The initiative was initially authorized in the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2022, signed into law in December 2022.“I’m thrilled to secure this funding for Hannibal,” expressed Graves. “During the Flood of 2019, part of Hannibal’s stormwater system collapsed, threatening...