U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (MO)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Mark Alford (MO)
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Congressman demands answers from postmaster on military ballot delays
U.S. Congressman Mark Alford has addressed a letter to U.S. Postal Service Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, expressing serious concerns over reports of disenfranchisement among service members stationed overseas due to delays in ballot delivery by...
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Congressman Alford mourns passing of Sergeant Sarah Roque
U.S. Congressman Mark Alford has expressed his condolences following the death of Sergeant Sarah Roque. In a statement released from Raymore, Missouri, Congressman Alford extended his sympathies to Roque's family and the Fort Leonard Wood community.
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Alford supports Israeli military action against Hamas leader
Congressman Mark Alford has expressed his approval following the Israeli military's operation that resulted in the death of Yahya Sinwar, a key figure linked to a recent attack. In a statement from Washington, D.C., Alford praised the actions taken by Israel.
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Alford highlights Whiteman AFB's role after U.S. strikes on Houthi targets
Following recent U.S. airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, Congressman Mark Alford has highlighted the importance of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber and the personnel at Whiteman Air Force Base in maintaining national security and deterring global threats.
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Alford joins Smith in Kansas City to discuss future tax policies
U.S. Congressman Mark Alford recently joined Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith and U.S. Congressman Ron Estes in Kansas City for a roundtable discussion aimed at addressing potential tax increases. The event, held at Superior Linen Supply Company, focused on how Congress can build upon the 2017 Trump tax cuts to prevent a $7 trillion tax hike proposed by the Biden-Harris administration.
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Rep. Alford reflects on anniversary of terrorist attack on Israel
U.S. Congressman Mark Alford from Missouri's 4th District has issued a statement marking the first anniversary of the terrorist attack on Israel by Hamas, which resulted in over 1,200 deaths and was noted as the deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust. The attack also involved Iran-backed Hamas terrorists taking more than 200 hostages, including American citizens.
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Congressman Alford releases video documenting aftermath of October 7th Hamas attack
U.S. Congressman Mark Alford has released a video documenting his visit to Israel in April 2024, ahead of the first anniversary of the October 7th attack by Hamas. The attack, which was supported by Iran, resulted in the deaths of 1,195 people and saw over 200 individuals taken hostage, including American citizens.
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House Republicans urge leadership to prioritize farm bill before year's end
Today, U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04), along with Representatives Ashley Hinson (IA-02), Mary Miller (IL-15), and Jen Kiggans (VA-02), led a majority of the House Republican Conference in urging House GOP Leadership to prioritize the Farm Bill this year. The letter, signed by 140 Members, emphasizes the need for updated policies to support production agriculture and rural America.
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Congressman Alford introduces act to support rural innovation and small businesses
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Rural Innovation and Small Business Support Act. This legislation aims to enhance outreach efforts in rural communities through the Small Business Innovation (SBIR) and Small Business Technology (STTR) programs under the Small Business Administration (SBA).
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USAF approves Whiteman AFB as second location for B-21 Raider
Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, has expressed approval following Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall's decision to designate Whiteman Air Force Base as the second location for the B-21 Stealth Bomber.
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Congressman Alford criticizes Missouri Supreme Court ruling on Amendment 3
U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued a statement following the Missouri Supreme Court's decision to keep Amendment 3 on the November ballot.
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Congressman Alford leads bipartisan effort against EPA's acephate restrictions
Earlier today, U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) led a bipartisan letter with 11 of his House colleagues to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack expressing concerns over the EPA’s recent decision to cancel nearly all uses of acephate.
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Alford comments on Kabul fall anniversary, remembers fallen U.S service members
U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) released a statement today on the third anniversary of the fall of Kabul and the tragic killing of 13 U.S. service members during the Biden-Harris administration’s withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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Congressman Mark Alford announces details for upcoming town hall tour across Missouri's Fourth District
RAYMORE, Mo. – U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) has announced the details for the 2024 Fourth Congressional District Town Hall Tour.
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Congressman Alford leads call against DoD policy limiting parental access
Recently, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) led nine of his House Republican colleagues in a letter urging the U.S. Department of Defense to overturn a policy that prohibits military parents from accessing their teenagers' health information, including involvement in critical health-related decisions for their children.
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Congressman Alford introduces act to increase regulatory transparency for small businesses
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Regulatory Agenda Clarity Act. The legislation aims to support American families and business owners by requiring federal agencies to fully disclose how their regulations would impact small businesses and entrepreneurs.
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Congressman Alford condemns violence at Trump rally in Pennsylvania
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) released a statement following reports of a shooting at President Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
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Congressman Alford supports increased scrutiny on foreign ownership near Whiteman Air Force Base
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued a statement today following the Committee on Foreign Investments in the United States' (CFIUS) decision to expand scrutiny and include real estate transactions adjacent to Whiteman Air Force Base (AFB) on a list of protected land from foreign investment and ownership.
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Congressman Mark Alford praises Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued a statement today in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold Presidential Immunity.
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Congressman Alford questions Biden's halt on weapons shipments to Israel
Congressman Alford (MO-04) recently spearheaded a letter to President Biden, which was co-signed by four of his colleagues. The letter expressed concerns about the President's decision to halt weapons shipments to Israel. In the letter, they state: “Israel has every right to defend itself and slow rolling weapons to them will hinder their ability to eliminate Hamas. Reports mention that your Administration has not approved the weapons transfer process for the Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) and Small Diameter Bombs (SDB). The JDAM and SDB are critical and reliable...