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Thursday, November 7, 2024

U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice (OK)

Recent News About U.S. Rep. Stephanie Bice (OK)

  • House passes continuing resolution to prevent government shutdown

    The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government through December 20th, avoiding an imminent shutdown.

  • House passes bill to enhance security for presidential candidate Donald Trump

    Today, Congresswoman Bice voted in favor of H.R. 9106, the Enhanced Presidential Security Act of 2024. This legislation provides increased Secret Service protection to Donald Trump, the Republican Party’s nominee for this year's Presidential election. The bill comes after two assassination attempts on the former President within the last few months. The House of Representatives passed the bill unanimously.

  • Bice votes in favor of CR & SAVE act amid legislative failure

    Today, the House of Representatives voted on H.R. 9494, the Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act. This legislation would fully fund the federal government through March and contains the SAVE Act, legislation that Congresswoman Bice has supported previously.

  • House Republicans propose new act for stricter campaign finance regulations

    House Republicans introduce act to strengthen campaign finance laws

  • House passes bills to modernize congressional operations

    Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7592 and H.R. 7593, two pieces of legislation sponsored by Congresswoman Bice. The first bill, H.R. 7592, rescinds the print requirement of the Annotated Constitution and promotes a more cost-effective, efficient, and regularly updated digital version. This reform aims to reduce government waste and save taxpayers millions of dollars. The second bill, H.R. 7593, strengthens Article I of the Constitution and modernizes the Congressional Research Service’s ability to collect information from executive agencies.

  • House passes bill requiring proof of citizenship for federal voting

    Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Bice and House Republicans passed H.R. 8281, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. This legislation aims to certify the integrity and safety of U.S. elections by requiring proof of citizenship to cast a ballot in federal elections.

  • Bice responds to Chevron doctrine Supreme Court decision

    Congresswoman Bice issued a statement regarding the Supreme Court decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo.

  • Bice criticizes Biden over handling of natural gas exports

    Oklahoma City, OK - Congresswoman Stephanie Bice (OK-05) recently spoke with the Daily Wire to address President Biden’s actions against Russia.

  • Lawmakers press National Weather Service on recent service outages

    Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Bice (R-OK) and seven of her colleagues have addressed a letter to Director Kenneth Graham of the National Weather Service (NWS), expressing concerns about reported outages affecting radar data, the Automated Surface Observing System, and NOAA Weather Radio transmitters.

  • Bill targets loopholes allowing indirect election funding by foreigners

    A House bill introduced Wednesday aims to modernize legislation barring foreign money from influencing U.S. elections, addressing loopholes that have been exploited by foreign billionaires, according to its authors.

  • Congresswoman Bice applauds FAA reauthorization's impact on Oklahoma

    On May 16, 2024, Congresswoman Bice (R-OK) expressed her support for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization, highlighting its significance for Oklahoma's aviation industry. She emphasized the importance of the provisions included in this year's reauthorization that would extend and safeguard the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center (MMAC).

  • Congresswoman Bice's statement on tabling the motion to vacate

    Congresswoman Bice recently made a statement regarding the tabling of the motion to vacate. She said, “The motion to vacate does nothing but further divide GOP conference and make it harder to focus on the issues facing the American people. The last time we held a motion to vacate, the People’s House stalled for months. Speaker Johnson is a principled conservative leader who is achieving results in a divided government. I voted to table this resolution.”

  • Two Major Legislative Wins for Oklahomans

    Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed significant legislation that brings about positive change for Oklahomans, spearheaded by Congresswoman Bice.The first major win comes in the form of the Weather Act Reauthorization package, which includes crucial initiatives to enhance weather forecasting and emergency preparedness. Congresswoman Bice played a key role in this package, which contains three of her Bills aimed at modernizing weather systems and advancing tools for various sectors. In a statement, Congresswoman Bice highlighted the importance of...

  • Concerns Over Global Security Prompt Support for Supplemental Security Funding

    Washington, D.C.- Congresswoman Bice recently voiced her concerns over global security and the need to bolster funding to address emerging threats. In a statement following her vote to support supplemental security funding, she highlighted the growing challenges posed by Russia, Iran, and China."Russia, Iran, and China are seeking to form a new axis of evil, threatening the safety and security of the free world. The national security supplemental provides resources needed to counter the threats we face in each theater," Congresswoman Bice emphasized.Drawing attention to...

  • Rep. Bice Speaks on the House Floor in Honor of the OKC Bombing Anniversary

    Washington, D.C.- Today, Congresswoman Bice spoke on the House Floor on the 29th Anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing.  Marks as prepared- Rep Bice addressed the House, stating, “For many, today is just another day on the calendar but for Oklahomans today marks significance." She continued, "It was 29 years ago today, April 19th, 1995, that the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building was bombed, and 168 Oklahoma lives were lost."Expressing her regret for not being able to attend the ceremony in Oklahoma, Rep Bice emphasized the importance of honoring those who lost their...

  • House Votes to Prevent a Government Shutdown

    Washington D.C. - The House of Representatives has taken a significant step in preventing a government shutdown by voting to pass the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. This legislation encompasses six appropriations bills covering various sectors including defense, education, and foreign operations, among others.Congresswoman Bice, in a statement following the vote, highlighted the importance of the bills in averting a shutdown and ensuring national security. She stated, "Today, I voted for six appropriations bills, preventing the harmful effects of a...

  • Congresswoman Bice Votes for the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024

    Washington, D.C.- Today, the House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, a significant piece of legislation encompassing various appropriations bills. According to Congresswoman Bice, the Act includes targeted cuts to non-defense programs and aims to reduce spending responsibly.In her statement, Congresswoman Bice emphasized the importance of addressing the increasing national debt. She stated, “Over the last few years, we have seen drastic increases in spending and a skyrocketing national debt. This year’s first six appropriations bills...

  • ICYMI: Bice Introduces Bill to hold Secretary Mayorkas Accountable for Late Border Numbers

    Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Stephanie Bice (OK-05) has introduced a new bill, the Timely Reporting Act, aimed at ensuring accountability and transparency in the reporting of monthly border encounter statistics. The legislation would require Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to release the border encounter numbers within the first 7 days of each month, with consequences for delays in reporting.Under the Timely Reporting Act, if Secretary Mayorkas fails to release the figures on time, the Office of the Secretary of Homeland Security will face a 25% salary cut. Congresswoman...

  • Bice Speaks on the House Floor in Favor of Impeaching Secretary Mayorkas

    Washington D.C. - Congresswoman Bice has voiced her support for the impeachment of Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas during her recent speech on the House Floor. The articles of impeachment have already passed the House, and now the Senate must proceed with a formal impeachment trial.In her remarks, Congresswoman Bice expressed the gravity of the situation, stating, "This is one of the most solemn and consequential actions the U.S. House of Representatives can take, and I do not take it lightly." She went on to highlight the failures of Secretary Mayorkas in upholding border...

  • Bice's Statement on Today's Vote

    Washington, D.C. - In a vote today, the U.S. House of Representatives has managed to avert a government shutdown by extending the funding for various sectors until March. The appropriations bills for Military Construction-Veterans Affairs, Transportation-Housing-Urban Development, Agriculture, and Energy and Water have been extended until March 1st, while the other eight appropriations bills will be extended until March 8th.Congresswoman Bice expressed her thoughts on the matter, emphasizing the importance of finding a solution to the border crisis without shutting down...