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James Richardson Comer is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Kentucky's 1st congressional district since January 3, 2016. A member of the Republican Party, Comer has focused on issues such as agriculture, economic development, and government accountability during his tenure. He previously served as the Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture from 2012 to 2016, where he worked on various initiatives to support farmers and promote the state's agricultural products.
Mr. Speaker, I rise to strongly encourage our Senate friends across the hall to oppose this omnibus spending bill and get back to regular order and allow Congress to debate this massive spending bill and to offer amendments on the floor…
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, Houston native and Army Specialist Vanessa Guillen was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas. In April 2020, she was reported missing from her unit. Tragically, her body was…
Mr. Speaker, I would like to discuss an issue today that has been in the news a lot over the last few weeks, and it pertains to the role of the House Oversight and Reform Committee. God willing, January 3, I will take command as chairman…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the selfless efforts of local Kentuckians who served their community in a time of need. Todd Marshall, Larry Cavanah, Kent Workman, Zach Willett, Paulette Gray, Brandon Godbey, Tamara Rice, Abby…
Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Judge John Phelps on his retirement as judge executive of Cumberland County, Kentucky. A native of Cumberland County, John has dedicated his life to bettering his local community and State. After graduating…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 1-year anniversary of the devastating tornadoes that struck my district. On December 10 and 11, 2021, communities from Fulton to Taylor County endured a fierce, long-track tornado that leveled…
Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to honor Judge Wade White of Lyon County, Kentucky, who is retiring at the end of the year. Judge White's dedication to the community has not gone unnoticed. He was first elected to the position in 2010 and then…
Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to honor Judge Executive Hollis Alexander of Trigg County, Kentucky, who is retiring at the end of the year. Judge Alexander has been a leader and public servant in Trigg County and Cadiz for over three decades…
Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize my good friend, Bart Rowland, upon his retirement from the Kentucky House of Representatives. Bart served Monroe, Cumberland, Metcalfe, Green, Hart, and Hardin Counties as their voice in Frankfort for 10…
Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Dr. Tony Brannon on his well-deserved retirement. Dr. Brannon grew up on a small family farm and at an early age began to participate in the Future Farmers of America events. His dedication to the FFA…
Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to the PAST Act. This legislation attempts to eliminate the Walking Horse industry, which is prominent in my congressional district. The vast majority of the Tennessee Walking Horse industry is located in…
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I want to express sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Suthammanont. I appreciate the underlying intent of this legislation: To ensure the safety of Federal workers…
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