Dear Friend,
Today marks the twenty-third anniversary of one of the darkest days in American history. On September 11, 2001, terrorists sought to shatter the freedoms and liberties that are our nation’s fabric. Their despicable acts claimed 2,996 lives and injured thousands more, but their attempt to divide us ultimately failed.
In the face of unimaginable darkness, America united and demonstrated remarkable strength. We witnessed the bravery and selflessness of our first responders and law enforcement officers, who ran into burning buildings, climbed endless staircases, carried the injured to safety, sifted through debris, and risked their lives to protect others. Some made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
While we can never fully repay or completely recognize the efforts of those who fought so hard to save lives, we can honor their memory by cherishing their noble sacrifices, courage, and selfless service. Their legacy will inspire Americans for generations. |
Recently, I introduced legislation to designate a United State Post Office in Peachtree City, Georgia as the Sergeant First Class Shawn McCloskey Post Office. SFC McCloskey is an American hero from Fayette County, Georgia who was killed in action on September 16, 2009, during his 3rd deployment in Afghanistan.
In commemorating SFC Shawn McCloskey's valorous service and ultimate sacrifice, renaming the post office in Peachtree City stands as a solemn tribute to his unwavering dedication and the enduring legacy of his selfless patriotism. While our nation can never fully repay him for his service, renaming the post office in honor of SFC McCloskey is a fitting way to honor a fallen hero in his hometown.
Click here to learn more. |
As a Member of Congress, it is my honor to nominate highly qualified young people from Georgia's Third Congressional District for an appointment to four U.S. service academies: U.S. Military Academy (USMA), West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Kings Point, NY. Applications are open until Friday, October 11th for the 2024 application cycle.
Students may begin the application process by visiting my website here. |
Yesterday, I joined my fellow Ways and Means Committee colleagues for a roundtable discussion with supply chain experts. We discussed vulnerabilities within the pharmaceutical, energy, and agricultural supply chains. |
This week, I had a great meeting with MEAG Power. We spoke about the importance of an all-the-above approach to energy in cities all across Georgia. |
This week, the House will consider the following pieces of legislation on the floor:
H.R. 554 – Taiwan Conflict Deterrence Act
H.R. 510 – Chinese Currency Accountability Act
H.R. 7686 – To amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to clarify the definition of foreign country for purposes of malign foreign talent recruitment restriction, and for other purposes
H.R. 7592 – To direct the Librarian of Congress to promote the more cost-effective, efficient, and expanded availability of the Annotated Constitution and pocket-part supplements by replacing the hardbound versions with digital versions
H.R. 7593 – Modernizing the Congressional Research Service’s Access to Data Act
H.R. 6513 – COCOA Act of 2023
H.R. 8333 – BIOSECURE Act
H.R. 2864 – Countering CCP Drones Act
H.R. 7589 – ROUTERS Act
H.R. 820 – Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency Act
H.R. 1513 – FUTURE Networks Act
H.R. 8631 – Decoupling from Foreign Adversarial Battery Dependence Act
H.R. 8663 – DETECT Fentanyl and Xylazine Act of 2024
H.R. 7404 – Subterranean Border Defense Act
H.R. 3169 – Identifying Adversarial Threats at our Ports Act
H.R. 5245 – Science and Technology Agreement Enhanced Congressional Notification Act
H.R. 1103 – HKETO Certification Act
H.R. 8361 – Economic Espionage Prevention Act
H.R. 1157 – Countering the PRC Malign Influence Fund Authorization Act
H.R. 5613 – Sanctions Lists Harmonization Act
H.R. 8152 – Remote Access Security Act
H.R. 7701 – No Russian Tunnel to Crimea Act
H.R. 7151 – Export Control Enforcement and Enhancement Act
H.R. 6606 – To amend the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 relating to the statement of policy
H. Res. 1056 – Recognizing the importance of trilateral cooperation among the United States, Japan, and South Korea
H.R. 4741 – Securing Global Telecommunications Act
H.R. 7159 – Pacific Partnership Act
S. 1608 – Starr-Camargo Bridge Expansion Act
H.R. 7089 – Global Anti-Human Trafficking Enhancement Act H.R. 6614 – Maintaining American Superiority by Improving Export Control Transparency Act
As always, I’m here to serve you. Please contact my office with any questions, comments, or concerns. Be sure to follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to keep track of upcoming legislation and events!
If you are having issues with a federal agency or have a casework question, don’t forget to reach out to my Newnan District office at 770-683-2033. |
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Sincerely,
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Drew Ferguson
Member of Congress
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