U.S. Congressman Garret Graves predicts a second surge in gasoline and electricity prices because of Russia's "veiled" invasion of Ukraine. Graves explains why this event will undermine Israeli security in the Middle East, bolster Chinese-Russian leverage and cost all Americans more to drive, heat/cool homes and the cost of making groceries. The United States has also increased its… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves released the following statement regarding the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) policy changes that will increase bureaucratic red tape for pipeline construction and expand Russian influence. Two policies were approved, effective immediately – one will revise the agency's project certification process, and another will create a new… Read more »
U.S. Congressmen Garret Graves and Seth Moulton introduced bipartisan legislation, the Infrastructure Grant Security Act, that would prohibit federal grants from being used to purchase drones that are manufactured and engineered by companies associated with the Chinese government. Drones present enormous opportunities to improve our lives – they will move us to the next level in… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves issued the following statement regarding the Amnesty International report that incorrectly claimed Israel is an apartheid state."Israel is one of America's closest allies. They are a critical defense partner and democratic presence in the region, and our bilateral relationship has produced tremendous benefits in commerce, science, and military cooperation… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves (South Louisiana) released the following statement on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passing through both chambers of Congress. The bipartisan defense policy bill provides improved pay and other benefits to our troops and their families. This is going to help improve the technological advantages, equipment and training for our troops to ensure… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves released the following statement as the Biden Administration has reinstated the Trump-era "Remain in Mexico" policy due to a court order, which will return illegal immigrants back to Mexico to await their asylum cases. Under the Biden Administration's current policy, they can remain in the United States upon arrival until their claims are heard. Illegal… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves introduced eight amendments to the partisan, wishlist $4.6 trillion Build Back Better (BBB) legislation. His amendments would have redirected the funding toward Louisiana-specific needs that are a federal priority."This legislation is going to result in us paying more to heat and cool our homes, cost more to refuel our cars, and cause job losses in… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves (South Louisiana) announced East Baton Rouge, Lafourche and Livingston Parish Sheriff Offices are receiving a combined $94,261 from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to aid their efforts in preventing and controlling crime. Additionally, East Baton Rouge Parish is receiving $169,735 for law enforcement efforts."It's no secret that there is a relationship… Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves (South Louisiana) announced three fire districts were forgiven the outstanding balances of Community Disaster Loans (CDLs) incurred after the 2016 Flood. The loan forgiveness Graves fought for was included in the stopgap emergency government funding passed in the U.S. House earlier this month which included Hurricane Ida recovery funding. Read more »
U.S. Congressman Garret Graves released the following statement:"Our sympathy and prayers go out to the families of our brave men and women in uniform that were victimized by the catastrophe in Afghanistan. If stupidity was an impeachable offense, this Administration would be in big trouble. The deaths and chaos in Afghanistan are the direct results of unforced errors by the Biden… Read more »
