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Hawley introduces bills to fund SNAP and farm programs during government shutdown

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at maintaining Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and critical farm programs during the ongoing government shutdown.

By A. C. Mazur | Oct 22, 2025

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Hawley maintains scrutiny over data center impact on Missouri utility rates

Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has reiterated his concerns about the impact of data centers on utility costs in Missouri, following criticism from Cindy O’Laughlin, President Pro Tempore of the Missouri State Senate.

By S. L. Hastings | Oct 17, 2025

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Hawley introduces bill to restrict abortion and gender transition coverage for minors

By S. I. Mckee | Oct 15, 2025

Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has introduced new legislation that would restrict health insurance plans offered on federal healthcare exchanges from covering abortion and gender transition procedures for minors.

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Hawley questions Ameren over utility rate hikes and power shut-offs in Missouri

By S. L. Hastings | Oct 15, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has sent a letter to Ameren Corporation President and CEO Martin Lyons, raising concerns about recent utility bill increases, deals with data centers, and power shut-offs affecting Missouri residents.

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Senate defense bill includes protections and investments for Missouri military facilities

By S. I. Mckee | Oct 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) announced that several Missouri-focused provisions were included in the Senate’s National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026 NDAA), which passed on October 9, 2025. “Tonight the Senate has...

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Hawley secures DOJ probe into alleged surveillance by Biden administration

By A. C. Mazur | Oct 7, 2025

In a Senate Judiciary hearing, U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) obtained a commitment from Attorney General Pam Bondi that the Department of Justice will investigate claims that the Biden administration used federal agencies to monitor his...

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Hawley responds to reports of FBI surveillance on Republican lawmakers

By S. I. Mckee | Oct 6, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has responded to recent reports alleging that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under President Joe Biden's administration, conducted surveillance on several Republican lawmakers.

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Hawley seeks answers from FDA on early approval of generic abortion drug

By A. C. Mazur | Oct 3, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has sent a letter to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Marty Makary, expressing concern over the agency’s recent approval of a new generic version of the abortion drug mifepristone.

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Hawley questions airline CEOs on passenger fees and customer treatment

By S. I. Mckee | Oct 1, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) questioned airline executives over their use of additional fees and customer policies during a recent hearing.

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Hawley seeks answers from FEMA over delayed tornado relief in Missouri

By S. L. Hastings | Sep 30, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley, who chairs the Senate Subcommittee on Disaster Management, has sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Acting Administrator David Richardson seeking information about delays in federal assistance...

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Hawley and Blumenthal propose new federal oversight for advanced artificial intelligence systems

By S. L. Hastings | Sep 29, 2025

U.S. Senators Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Ill.) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at strengthening oversight of artificial intelligence systems in the United States.

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Hawley urges DHS to consider Fort Leonard Wood for ICE agent training

By A. C. Mazur | Sep 15, 2025

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has suggested Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri as a possible site for training new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.

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Hawley warns Congress about delays in U.S. fire truck deliveries

By S. L. Hastings | Sep 12, 2025

Chairman Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Ranking Member Andy Kim (D-N.J.) led a hearing in the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Disaster Management to examine the impact of private equity on fire departments' access to equipment.

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Senator Hawley Press Office voices concerns over AI’s impact on power and labor

By D. C. Jewell | Sep 5, 2025

Senator Hawley Press Office released statements in early September 2025 highlighting Senator Josh Hawley's warnings about artificial intelligence's concentration of power and threats to workers.

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Rep. Jason Smith criticizes Democrats and questions hospital tax exemptions in recent posts

By D. C. Jewell | Sep 5, 2025

Rep. Jason Smith addressed topics ranging from crime policy to healthcare taxation across several posts dated September 5, 2025.

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Rep. Jason Smith addresses ICE officer safety and government funding disputes

By B. V. Flowers | Sep 4, 2025

Rep. Jason Smith posted on September 4, 2025 about violence against ICE officers and ongoing federal budget debates involving Republicans and Democrats.

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Senator Hawley Press Office shares statements on Labor Day and NatCon conference

By B. V. Flowers | Sep 4, 2025

The Senator Hawley Press Office published several posts between September 1-4, highlighting Senator Josh Hawley's remarks for Labor Day and his participation in NatCon5.

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Rep. Jason Smith discusses legislative priorities and party criticism on social media

By G. W. Person | Sep 4, 2025

Rep. Jason Smith used his X account on September 4 to announce a media appearance and address legislative initiatives such as tax relief for working families.

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Rep. Jason Smith highlights legislative priorities and criticizes Democrats in recent posts

By D. C. Jewell | Sep 3, 2025

Rep. Jason Smith used his X account in early September to promote a major legislative bill supporting business growth while criticizing Democratic approaches to crime policy.

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Rep. Jason Smith posts about Trump-era tariffs and congressional inquiry

By G. W. Person | Sep 3, 2025

U.S. Rep. Jason Smith addressed economic initiatives tied to former President Trump's policies and announced a congressional inquiry into a Kentucky-based organ procurement organization on September 3, 2025.