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Adair County receives Agri-Ready status from Missouri Farmers Care

Adair County has been awarded the Agri-Ready County Designation by Missouri Farmers Care (MFC), a coalition of over 40 agricultural groups.

By NE Missouri News | Feb 17, 2025

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Lawmakers seek restoration of FAFSA exemptions for farm and small business families

Feb 7, 2025 Washington, D.C. - Congressman Sam Graves has joined a bipartisan effort to reintroduce the Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act.

By NE Missouri News | Feb 7, 2025

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Morris Solar Project set for completion despite weather delays

By NE Missouri News | Jan 31, 2025

A significant solar energy project in northeast Missouri is nearing its completion.

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Adair County commissioners approve budgets after departmental discussions

By NE Missouri News | Jan 31, 2025

On Tuesday, Adair County commissioners convened to review the budgets for several county departments.

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EDA awards $210,000 in grants for economic development projects in Ralls County in 2023

By NE Missouri News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $210,000 in grants for economic development projects in Ralls County, Missouri.

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EDA awards $296,714 in grants for economic development projects in Pike County in 2023

By NE Missouri News | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $296,714 in grants for economic development projects in Pike County, Missouri.

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Pony Up Act reintroduced to address USPS bill delivery delays

By NE Missouri News | Jan 16, 2025

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

By NE Missouri News | Jan 7, 2025

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

By NE Missouri News | Dec 18, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Dec 12, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Dec 11, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Dec 10, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Dec 6, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Nov 20, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Nov 14, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Nov 4, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Oct 1, 2024

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

By NE Missouri News | Sep 18, 2024

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

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.