US Rep. Richard McCormick
Recent News About US Rep. Richard McCormick
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Lawmakers urge increased funding for traumatic brain injury research
Congressman Rich McCormick, along with 25 fellow Members of Congress, has sent a letter to Secretary Martínez-López urging increased funding and support for research on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) treatment for military service members and veterans. The letter highlights the urgent need for rapid treatment options to minimize damage when TBI occurs and addresses the prevalence of mitochondria dysfunction in TBI patients.
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Congressman urges State Department action on Bangladesh crisis
Washington, D.C. - Congressman McCormick, a member of the Armed Services Committee and Foreign Affairs Committee, has written a letter to Secretary Blinken expressing grave concern over the recent political upheaval in the People's Republic of Bangladesh and the violence targeting protestors, members of the press, and religious minority groups.
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Congressman introduces bill targeting federal employees who obstruct congressional inquiries
Today, Congressman McCormick, along with Congressmen Nehls (R-TX) and Van Orden (R-WI), introduced the STOP the SWAMP Act, a bill to ensure that individuals who refuse to answer certain questions or are convicted of perjury before either branch of Congress are debarred from federal employment. Further, this legislation would allow members from both parties to refer cases of witnesses withholding information from Congress to the Department of Justice (DOJ). The bill aims to hold federal employees accountable for lying or refusing to answer questions before Congress and uphold...
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Congressman McCormick proposes changes to Corporate Transparency Act for community associations
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman McCormick has introduced H.R. 9045 to amend the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), aiming to exempt Community Associations and Homeowner's Associations (HOAs) from stringent reporting requirements.
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Resolution urges immediate release of U.S. citizen detained in Nigeria
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Rich McCormick (R-GA) and Congressman French Hill (R-AR) introduced a resolution urging the Government of Nigeria to immediately cease the wrongful detainment of Tigran Gambaryan. Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen and former Federal agent, has been detained in Nigeria since February 2024 on charges including tax evasion and money laundering.
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House passes resolution supporting democracy in Pakistan
Yesterday, the United States House of Representatives passed a bipartisan resolution in support of democracy and human rights in Pakistan. The resolution, H.Res. 901, was introduced by Congressman McCormick of Georgia and Congressman Kildee of Michigan and cosponsored by over 100 colleagues. It underscores the importance of upholding democratic values and respecting the rights of the people of Pakistan as they face economic instability and security threats.
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House Republicans urge review of Columbia University's accreditation over protest handling
WASHINGTON - Representative McCormick, alongside a group of House Republicans, has called on the Middle States Commission on Higher Education to reevaluate Columbia University’s accreditation. This request follows allegations that the university has failed to uphold several standards in response to pro-Hamas protests on campus earlier this year.
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McCormick leads bipartisan challenge to Biden over Israel arms delay
Representative Rich McCormick (GA-06) is leading a bipartisan group of 104 House members in challenging President Joe Biden over his delay in sending munitions and weapons shipments to Israel.
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Rep. McCormick’s Aviation Weather Improvement Act Passes the House
Rep. McCormick’s Aviation Weather Improvement Act Passes the HouseWASHINGTON - Tuesday, Congressman Rich McCormick’s legislation, H.R. 3915, the Aviation Weather Improvement Act, passed on the House floor as part of a larger legislative package, H.R. 6093, the Weather Act Reauthorization Act, and now will be headed over to the Senate for a final vote before it gets signed into law. The Aviation Weather Improvement Act instructs the National Weather Service to purchase commercial weather data to improve their public weather models while ensuring that our government provides...
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My Statement on President Biden's State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON - Congressman McCormick has issued a strong statement in response to President Biden's recent State of the Union address, highlighting the need for new leadership in the White House. The Congressman emphasized the pressing issues facing the nation, including the border crisis, foreign policy challenges, and economic struggles.In his statement, Congressman McCormick expressed the urgency of addressing issues that unite the country, such as bringing the American Dream back within reach, securing the border, combating crime, tackling the national debt, promoting...
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Congressional Art Competition Calls for High School Artists Nationwide
High school students across the nation are once again invited to showcase their artistic talents as the Congressional Art Competition kicks off for another year. The annual event allows students to submit their artwork to their Member of Congress for a chance to have their piece displayed in the United States Capitol.Since its inception in 1982, the Congressional Art Competition has served as a platform for over 650,000 high school students to express their creativity. The selected artwork from each district garners attention from millions of visitors who tour the...
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Congressman Rich McCormick Introduces Legislation to Prohibit Federal Funds from Being Used for Gender Transition Procedures on Minors
WASHINGTON - Congressman Rich McCormick, along with 43 cosponsors, has introduced the Protecting Resources Of Taxpayers to Eliminate Childhood Transgender Surgeries (PROTECTS) Act, aimed at prohibiting federal funds from being used for gender transition procedures on minors.McCormick, a physician and father, emphasized the importance of protecting children by ensuring that taxpayer money is not used to fund what he considers dangerous medical procedures. He highlighted that these procedures not only raise ethical concerns but also have long-term negative effects on the...
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House of Representatives Expresses Support for Democracy and Human Rights in Pakistan
The House of Representatives has shown its support for democracy and human rights in Pakistan through a resolution filed by Congressman Rich McCormick and Congressman Dan Kildee. In a statement released on November 29, 2023, Congressman McCormick emphasized the importance of Pakistan's commitment to human rights and democracy, stating, "Pakistan's commitment to human rights and democracy is integral not only for its own people but also for its role as a valued partner on the global stage."Congressman Kildee echoed these sentiments, expressing his support for the people of...