Us Representative Hal Rogers (KY-5)
Recent News About Us Representative Hal Rogers (KY-5)
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McConnell and Rogers propose renaming US Courthouse Annex after Judge Siler
U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and Congressman Hal Rogers (KY-05) have proposed legislation to rename the United States Courthouse Annex in London, Kentucky as the “Eugene E. Siler, Jr. United States Courthouse Annex”. This initiative aims to honor Judge Siler who has served on the federal bench for nearly fifty years.
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Hal Rogers Provides Spring 2024 Update on Capitol Hill
Hal Rogers, a prominent figure on Capitol Hill, has provided an update on the significant legislative progress made during the Spring of 2024. Covering a wide array of crucial topics, Rogers highlighted the importance of various key issues facing the nation.Addressing the concerning rise of antisemitic demonstrations on college campuses, Rogers expressed his support for the Antisemitism Awareness Act, emphasizing the need to combat discrimination against Jews. He also criticized President Biden's consideration of a proposal to bring Palestinian refugees to the United...
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Congressman Rogers Votes to Protect Hunting and Fishing from Biden Administration Regulations
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05), Dean of the House, recently voted for the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act to prevent the Biden Administration from imposing restrictions on the use of lead ammunition or tackle for hunting and fishing on federal lands.Rogers expressed his concerns about the potential ban, stating, "This unnecessary ban would force hunters and fishing enthusiasts to buy more expensive lead-free ammo and tackle, which typically costs far more than lead-based options." He further added, "While the ban does not currently...
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Congressman Rogers Featured During Somerset Chamber Eggs & Issues Series
SOMERSET, KY (April 23, 2024) – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) recently participated in the Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce's Eggs and Issues breakfast series, where he provided a congressional update and discussed ongoing work in Kentucky.During the event, Congressman Rogers highlighted the progress on the planned Northern Bypass in Somerset, mentioning the positive impact of recent infrastructure developments. He stated, "The new interchange at highway 461 & highway 80 has nearly eliminated all traffic accidents in that area, and it has streamlined...
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NASA Leader Calls Morehead State the “Savior” of Recent Lunar Landing
WASHINGTON, DC – Morehead State University has been lauded as the "savior" of NASA's recent lunar landing, with U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers highlighting the university's pivotal role. Rogers invited Dr. Ben Malphrus, Executive Director of Morehead State University’s Space Science Center, to Capitol Hill for a hearing with NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, who expressed gratitude for the university's assistance in NASA's latest space exploration endeavor on the moon's south pole."Recently, Morehead State University staff and students stepped up to help NASA during the...
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Congressman Rogers Invites High School Students to Enter the 2024 Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers (KY-05) has extended an invitation to high school artists in Southern and Eastern Kentucky to participate in the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. The competition aims to select artwork to represent Kentucky's Fifth Congressional District at the U.S. Capitol Building."This competition gives our talented student artists from the mountains the opportunity to be featured in the nation's Capitol," expressed Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House. "When artwork is on display from every state, you can see that our students have competitive...
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Congressman Rogers Asks AG Garland When the Madness Will Stop at the Southern Border
U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers (KY-05), Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice and Science, expressed his concerns during a federal budget hearing about the Department of Justice's (DOJ) efforts to tackle pressing issues affecting the nation. Rogers, a prominent figure in combatting the opioid epidemic, questioned Attorney General Merrick Garland on the DOJ's strategies to address the fentanyl crisis."The (DOJ) budget puts a department-wide emphasis on equipping federal agents with body cameras. Drug cartels and their crime syndicates in the United States must be...
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Congressman Rogers Names Karen Kelly as his Chief of Staff in Washington
U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers has appointed Karen Kelly as his Chief of Staff in Washington, with Kelly expressing her enthusiasm to serve her home district once again. Rogers praised Kelly, stating, “It is incredibly valuable to have a Kentuckian leading my legislative operations in Washington, and no one is better suited to help navigate the current political climate on Capitol Hill, than Karen Kelly.” Kelly, a native of Pike County, has a long history of working with Rogers, having served as his District Director in Kentucky for nine years.In a statement, Kelly...
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Congressman Rogers Secures $3 Million to Build Homes for Flood Survivors
U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) has secured a $3 million Community Project Funding earmark for the Housing Development Alliance, Inc. (HDA) in the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. This funding will be utilized to construct new affordable homes for survivors of the devastating flood that hit Eastern Kentucky in July 2022.Expressing his dedication to aiding flood survivors, Congressman Rogers, Dean of the House, stated, “I have met many of the flood survivors who lost everything they had nearly two years ago. The effort to build new affordable homes...
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Congressman Rogers Applauds Final Federal Funding Package for 2024
U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) recently expressed his support for the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, which has been signed into law, finalizing the six bipartisan federal funding bills for 2024. The legislation includes critical funding for national defense, healthcare, and community development."This isn’t a perfect agreement, but it moves America forward with a stronger military and important investments in healthcare, fighting the opioid epidemic with life-saving programs, and supporting community development programs that create competitive jobs and...
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Congressman Rogers Secures $45 Million for Somerset’s Northern Bypass
U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers successfully secured a $45 million earmark for Somerset’s Northern Bypass, as part of the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. The new road will link the Hal Rogers Parkway to the Louie B. Nunn Cumberland Parkway, creating opportunities for economic development and tourism. Rogers expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “This new bypass is the next step to creating a four-lane expressway through our region to generate more economic development and tourism opportunities, with safer and more accessible roads.”State...
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Congressman Rogers Announces $5 Million for Martin County Water Improvements
Congressman Rogers Announces $5 Million for Martin County Water ImprovementsWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) secured a $5 million Community Project Funding earmark for Martin County water system improvements in the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. The bipartisan federal funding package was signed into law on March 9, 2024. Since 2017, Congressman Rogers has secured $18.5 million in federal funding for Martin County water and wastewater improvements."Clean water is not only critical to our health, but our rural economy. Martin...
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Congressman Rogers' Statement Previewing President Biden's State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05), Dean of the House, will join House Speaker Mike Johnson as part of President Joe Biden’s Escort Committee for the State of the Union address. Congressman Rogers issued a statement in anticipation of the President's remarks to the Joint Session of Congress.“After the last three years, the American people already know what to expect from President Biden – a nation in crisis, with an overrun southern border and a weakened posture in the eyes of our adversaries, like Russia and China," said U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers....
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Congressman Rogers Applauds Next Step Toward Building a Federal Prison and Camp in Letcher County
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Harold “Hal” Rogers from Kentucky expressed his approval as the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) takes a significant stride towards establishing a Federal Correctional Institution and Federal Prison Camp in Roxanna, Kentucky. This advancement was revealed through the agency’s recently published Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) on Friday.Congressman Rogers, known as the Dean of the House, highlighted the positive impact of the project by stating, "The Federal Bureau of Prisons employs more than 1,300 people in Kentucky’s...
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House Republicans Vote to Impeach Homeland Security Sec. Mayorkas
In a historic move, House Republicans have voted to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for his alleged refusal to comply with federal immigration laws. The impeachment is based on two articles, accusing Mayorkas of willful and systematic refusal to comply with the law and breach of public trust.According to U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05), who voted in favor of the impeachment, Mayorkas' actions have put the nation's borders at risk. Rogers stated, "Our nation's borders have been overrun with historic rates of illegal crossings,...
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The Dean of the House will return to Capitol Hill next week
U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05), also known as the Dean of the House, is set to resume his duties on Capitol Hill next week after recovering from a car accident. Dr. Brian P. Monahan, Attending Physician for the U.S. Congress, stated that Rogers is "recovering very well with continued physical therapy" and will gradually return to his responsibilities.Rogers, a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, expressed his determination to get back to work for the people of Kentucky's Fifth Congressional District. He credited his Appalachian background for...
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Congressman Rogers Progresses to Physical Rehabilitation after Crash
U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05), Dean of the House, is currently undergoing physical rehabilitation to aid in his recovery from a back injury sustained in a car accident. According to Dr. Brian P. Monahan, Attending Physician for the U.S. Congress, Congressman Rogers has shown satisfactory progress and has been released from the in-patient hospital.In a statement, Congressman Rogers expressed his gratitude for the support and well wishes he has received from people across the country. He mentioned that he will be wearing a back brace occasionally for a few weeks and...
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Congressman Rogers Hospitalized, in Good Condition after Car Crash
U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05), Dean of the House, is in good condition after being involved in a car accident in the DC area on Wednesday evening. The Attending Physician of the United States Congress, Dr. Brian P. Monahan, has been closely monitoring Congressman Rogers' health."The Chairman was admitted to the hospital for observation. He is in good condition and his doctors are working closely with him," said Dr. Monahan.Congressman Rogers expressed his gratitude towards the first responders and medical team who have taken care of him. Despite his...
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Congressman Rogers Votes for 2024 National Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, DC - The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the fiscal year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), with Congressman Hal Rogers (KY-05) voting in favor of the bill. This legislation brings significant victories for the military and national defense, including the largest pay raise in 20 years for U.S. Servicemembers.The NDAA allocates funds towards military readiness, strengthening defense capabilities, providing support for troops and their families, and enhancing national security against adversarial nations like China. Congressman Rogers...
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Congressman Rogers Votes for National Plan to End Parkinson's Act
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers (KY-05) has shown his support for the National Plan to End Parkinson's Act, H.R. 2365. This legislation aims to address the challenges faced by millions of Americans affected by Parkinson's disease.Parkinson's disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disorder in the United States, following Alzheimer's disease. It is estimated that around 500,000 Americans have been diagnosed with Parkinson's, but due to a lack of awareness and diagnoses, experts believe that the actual number may be as high as one million....