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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.
In recent weeks, American cities have been plagued by irresponsible, reckless violence and rioting. The violence in cities from Portland to Chicago has been out of control, requiring a Federal response to quell what has turned into full-on…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Wanda Blackwell on her retirement from the Webster County Senior Center, where she has served as director for the last 4 years. She is beloved by the seniors she cares for and their families…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the many individuals, businesses, and manufacturers in the First Congressional District of Kentucky who have dedicated their time and efforts to helping our country fight COVID-19. Just months ago…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Orestus Flowers of the First Congressional District of Kentucky, who is turning 100 years old on September 7th. Mr. Flowers was born in Bow, Kentucky, which is in Cumberland County, and continues to…
Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Hice) for his great leadership on this issue. At a time when Speaker Pelosi is keeping Congress largely on the sidelines, it is unfortunate that we are spending precious work time…
Mr. Speaker, hypocrisy and irresponsibility are alive and well today in this Chamber. At the same time Nancy Pelosi is calling for oversight of the $3 trillion we have already spent, she is bringing up a reckless bill to spend $3 trillion…
Madam Speaker, I thank the gentleman for yielding. Americans are suffering right now. Hospitals, families, and businesses are figuring out what their next step will be. But, instead of helping American families, Speaker Pelosi wants to set…
Mr. Speaker, my message to the American people affected by the crisis is simple: Help is on the way. This is not a perfect bill, and I am concerned about the $2 trillion price tag. But the American people need help, and this response to…
Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Crossroads Quartet for their 60th anniversary of vocalizing Southern Gospel music throughout Kentucky and other States. Founded in 1960 in Russell Springs, Kentucky, this fine group of constituents…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to encourage the body to keep my dear friend, Bam Carney, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, in their thoughts and prayers as he continues to battle a serious illness. Bam has been hospitalized for over 2 months and has…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my firm opposition to the New Way Forward Act, a radical piece of legislation that would put American lives at risk in numerous ways. Under this bill, heinous crimes committed by illegal immigrants…
Madam Speaker, few would deny that we are facing a dangerous epidemic of youth vaping. But the bill before us today is not about youth vaping. Instead, this legislation seeks to eliminate consumer choice of flavored tobacco products for…
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