U.S. Rep. Mike Collins (GA)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Mike Collins (GA)
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Georgia residents access aid after Hurricane Helene devastation
Hurricane Helene has caused significant damage in parts of Georgia, prompting a coordinated response from local, state, and federal agencies to assist affected residents. Resources have been made available for those impacted by the hurricane.
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Community responds with trauma-informed resources after Apalachee High School shooting
The community is grappling with the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. The incident has left many deeply concerned for the victims and their families. Local and national resources are being highlighted to support those affected.
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Collins secures major provisions for Georgia in Water Resources Development Act
On Monday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 8812, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024. This legislation, when enacted, will authorize projects and programs of the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The House bill included several provisions authored by Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) to address critical water infrastructure needs for Georgia and the country.
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Collins leads effort against EPA rule regulating power plant discharges
Washington, D.C.—Today, Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) and Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to overturn a new rule by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that mandates stringent wastewater standards for power plants. The representatives argue that the rule is based on inadequate data and technology.
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Collins' amendment on commercial hypersonic travel becomes law
On May 17, 2024, Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) announced that his amendment to facilitate the future of commercial hypersonic travel has been signed into law by President Biden as part of H.R. 3935, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
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House passes FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 with Collins' Hypersonic Amendment
The United States House of Representatives has passed H.R. 3935, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, following nearly a year of negotiations with the Senate. The legislation is now awaiting President Biden's signature.
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Rep. Collins Honors Fallen Officer During National Police Week
Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) will pay tribute to Jackson County Deputy Lena Marshall during National Police Week with a prayer vigil and flag laying ceremony. The event, hosted by Speaker Mike Johnson, aims to honor the fallen officer who was tragically killed in the line of duty.
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Rep. Collins to honor fallen officer during National Police Week
This week, Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) is set to honor Henry County Police Officer Paramhans Desai at a prayer vigil and flag laying ceremony. The event will be hosted by Speaker Mike Johnson as part of National Police Week.
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Collins Unveils RAZOR Act to Ban Federal Government from Removing Texas Border Barriers
Washington, D.C.—Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) has announced the introduction of the Restricting Administration Zealots from Obliging Raiders (RAZOR) Act. This legislation aims to prevent the federal government, including the U.S. Border Patrol, from removing or altering any state-constructed barriers intended to mitigate illegal immigration.The motivation behind this bill stems from the recent Supreme Court decision, which upheld the Biden administration's policy to direct the Border Patrol to remove razor wire installed by the state of Texas along the U.S.-Mexico...
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Collins on CR: We Are Barreling Towards a Fiscal Cliff
Washington, D.C.—Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) expressed his concerns about the current state of the nation's finances and criticized Congress for failing to take action. Collins stated, "We are barreling towards a fiscal cliff and Congress won't do its job." He emphasized the need for responsible spending and expressed his reservations about the Continuing Resolution (CR) proposed by Speaker Johnson.Collins acknowledged the challenges faced by Speaker Johnson in inheriting a budget mess at a critical time. However, he firmly stated his opposition to the CR, citing...
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Collins Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition
Representative Mike Collins (GA-10) has announced the 2024 Congressional Art Competition, inviting high school students from across Georgia's 10th District to participate. The competition allows students to showcase their creative talents by submitting two-dimensional entries such as paintings, drawings, photos, computer-generated art, collages, and prints.The first-place entry will have the honor of being exhibited in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. In addition, the winning student will receive two round-trip tickets to attend a national reception in Washington,...
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Collins Announces Class of 2028 Service Academy Nominations
Monroe, GA – Representative Mike Collins (GA-10) has nominated 32 Georgia students as candidates for America's military service academies. These nominations are for the U.S. Military Academy (USMA), U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). These prestigious institutions prepare young Americans to become commissioned officers in the United States Armed Forces.Representative Collins emphasized the importance of selecting the best and brightest candidates in today's global affairs. He stated, "I am proud to nominate...
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Collins' TRANQ Act Gets Signed Into Law by the President
Washington, D.C.—Representative Mike Collins (R-GA) has achieved a significant milestone in his political career as his legislation, the Testing, Rapid Analysis, and Narcotic Quality (TRANQ) Research Act, has been signed into law by the President of the United States. H.R. 1734, the TRANQ Research Act, marks the first bill authored by the freshman congressman to become law.The TRANQ Research Act, which was reported out of the Science, Space, and Technology Committee on March 29 by a unanimous vote of 36-0, aims to provide additional resources to law enforcement personnel...
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Collins' TRANQ Act Gets Signed by Speaker Johnson and Sent to White House
Washington, D.C.—Legislation authored by Representative Mike Collins (R-Ga.) has been signed by Speaker Mike Johnson and is now at the White House awaiting the President's signature. The bill, known as the Testing, Rapid Analysis, and Narcotic Quality (TRANQ) Research Act, was the first bill introduced by Congressman Collins and it has successfully passed both the House and Senate.H.R. 1734, the TRANQ Research Act, aims to provide law enforcement and Border Patrol with the necessary resources to combat the flow of deadly substances such as fentanyl across the southern...
