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The Committee on Ways and Means, the oldest tax-writing body in the U.S. House of Representatives since 1789, shapes fiscal legislation including taxes, tariffs, and social service programs. Its notable influence is underscored by numerous members who have risen to prominent national offices, including Presidents and Supreme Court Justices.

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September 19, 2024

Tax Teams Recap: 90 Site Visits, Roundtables and Counting, Ways and Means Tax Teams Leaders are Focused on Delivering Pro-Growth Tax Policy in 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ways and Means Committee Tax Teams’ members rounded out the August district work period by continuing events…

September 18, 2024

Health Subcommittee Chair Buchanan Opening Statement – Hearing on Chronic Disease Prevention and Treatment

As prepared for delivery. “Good afternoon. Thank you to the witnesses for being here today to discuss a crucial issue…

September 18, 2024

Chairman Smith Opening Statement – Floor Debate on the Anti-BDS Labeling Act

“American families should have this information in order to buy products that support Israel’s economy – particularly in a time…

September 18, 2024

Smith Statement on Federal Reserve Interest Rate Announcement

Chairman Smith: “Americans aren’t just looking for relief from high interest rates, they’re looking for relief from the same old failed…

September 18, 2024

Bipartisan Majority in Congress Endorses Expanding Coverage Options for Chronic Disease Treatment and Prevention

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Americans living with chronic diseases will have access to expanded treatment options provided through their employer’s health care…

September 18, 2024

Biden-Harris Administration Forfeiting U.S. Sovereignty in Global Tax Deal is an Unconstitutional Giveaway to China

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Biden-Harris Administration’s collusion with foreign governments of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) to impose…

I joined my @HouseGOP colleagues in a letter stating that Congress, as the constitutionally elected tax-writing body of the U.S., will not accept the Biden-Harris negotiated OECD global tax scheme that gives away U.S. tax sovereignty and hurts U.S. companies and workers.

ICYMI: Having access to resources like food assistance programs and proper guidance can help individuals live healthier lifestyles.

In a @WaysandMeansGOP hearing, I asked @drmarkhyman about what role food and nutrition play in managing chronic diseases.

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There are ways to promote the health and wellness of our brothers and sisters. And it’s not partisan, it’s moral.

It’s crucial we enact policies that embrace disruption, as opposed to engaging in political theatrics.

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In August, the Ways and Means Committee traveled to the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, Iowa to hear from working Americans about how to build on the success of pro-growth and pro-worker tax policy. ...

Excessive Washington red tape forces state child welfare programs to spend more time on paperwork instead of helping children.

In fact, these rules do NOTHING to increase accountability or outcomes for how these programs perform, as one witness testified today.
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Relatives are an important source of care for kids who can’t live with their parents.

Too often, these caregivers are overlooked and don’t get the support they need.

One kinship provider shared that she faced an “uphill battle” getting help for her sister.
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@replahood asked Tori Petersen about the importance of work in helping lift people out of poverty.

A former foster youth and current foster parent, Tori explained how every parent must recognize the point “when helping hurts” and too many government resources can delay growth and keep people trapped in poverty and crisis
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Chairman Smith asked @parishilton, based on her lived experience as a survivor of abuse in a residential youth facility, what should be done to help children in crisis.

Here’s what she said.
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