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Aderholt Objects Missle Defense Agency Stop Work Order
Wednesday May 13, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today sent a letter to Lieutenant General Patrick O'Reilly, Director of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), protesting the recent stop work order issued by the Missile Defense Agency on the Kinetic Energy Interceptor (KEI) program.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement On Boeing's Decision To Move MDS Division To Huntsville
Tuesday May 12, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today issued the following statement on Boeing's decision to relocate their headquarters for its Missile Defense Systems (MDS) division to the company's facilities in Huntsville from Arlington, Va.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement on the National Day of Prayer
Friday May 08, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued the following statement about the National Day of Prayer.< Read more > -
PICTURES: Congressman Aderholt Promotes The Brain Tumor Foundation
Wednesday May 06, 2009Congressman Robert Aderholt joined The Brain Tumor Foundation at a press conference to highlight the importance of early detection and in recognition of Brain Tumor Awareness Month.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement on Tax Day Tea Party
Wednesday April 15, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued the following statement in support of the many Tax Day Tea Parties occurring in Alabama today.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement on His Vote Against Democrat's Budget
Thursday April 02, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued the following statement after voting against the Democrat's FY2010 Budget.< Read more > -
Aderholt Receives Chamber of Commerce Award
Thursday March 26, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C.–Today the U.S. Chamber of Commerce honored Representative Robert B. Aderholt (R-AL-04) with the Spirit of Enterprise Award for his support of pro-growth legislation during the second session of the 110th Congress.< Read more > -
Aderholt Co-Sponsors Legislation To Prevent Taxes on Farm Greenhouse Gas
Thursday March 19, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today announced that he has co-sponsored an Amendment that would prevent the regulation or taxation of Farming gas emissions.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement on "Card Check"
Tuesday March 10, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today issued the following statement on the so-called Employee Free Choice Act.< Read more > -
Aderholt Votes In Opposition To The $787 Billion Stimulus Package
Friday February 13, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today issued the following statement after voting against the revised stimulus package in the House of Representatives.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement on The Passing Of Former Alabama Governor Guy Hunt
Tuesday February 03, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today issued the following statement on the death of former Alabama Governor Guy Hunt. Congressman Aderholt will be in attendance for Wednesday's funeral.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement In Opposition To The Stimulus Package
Wednesday January 28, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today issued the following statement after his vote against Wednesday's stimulus bill (the "American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009").< Read more > -
Aderholt Speaks At "March For Life" on Anniversary of Roe vs. Wade
Thursday January 22, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement moments after speaking to thousands of Americans who took part in the March For Life in Washington DC.< Read more > -
Aderholt Announces Federal Funding For Alabama Aerospace
Thursday January 22, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today announced that $615,882 in federal funding has been awarded for aerospace work to be performed in Huntsville. The funds are part of a $4 million earmark from Congressman Aderholt in the FY2008 Consolidated Appropriations Act.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement In Support Of Israel Amid The Latest Mideast Crisis With Hamas
Thursday January 15, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement regarding the situation in Israel and Gaza.< Read more > -
Aderholt Selected To Be House Appropriations Subcommittee Ranking Member
Friday January 09, 2009WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) has been chosen to serve in the leadership position of "Ranking Member" for the House Appropriations Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch.< Read more > -
Aderholt Returns From Congressional Trip To Africa And Afghanistan
Monday December 08, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) returned on Sunday evening from a congressional delegation trip to Africa and Southeast Asia. During the trip, Congressman Aderholt met with Alabama troops in Afghanistan and held diplomatic meetings with leaders of various African nations about the development of AFRICOM.< Read more > -
Aderholt Writes Letter To EPA Opposing The Consideration Of A Livestock Tax
Friday December 05, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency this week opposing the consideration of an emissions tax on farm livestock. Although Congressman Aderholt was told by EPA and Department of Agriculture sources that this proposal would not move forward at this time, he is taking proactive steps to help ensure that this type of tax is never considered in any new Administration.< Read more > -
Aderholt Constituent Recognized At The White House
Thursday December 04, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – A constituent of Congressman Robert Aderholt was recognized for her holiday artwork at the White House on Wednesday at the public unveiling of the White House Christmas Tree Ornament decorations. Mona Ivey's ornament was chosen in September to represent Alabama's Fourth Congressional District and be a part of the decorations for the official White House Christmas Tree, and on Tuesday the ornament made its debut along with other ornaments representing the patriotic spirit of our nation's states, districts, and territories.< Read more > -
Aderholt Travels To Africa With CODEL
Wednesday December 03, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) is currently travelling as part of a Congressional Delegation on a trip to Africa. During the trip, Rep. Aderholt will visit the newly launched United States Africa Command and he will meet with African leaders about the economic and social challenges that they face. The trip will also include a visit with Alabama troops and senior U.S. military commanders for briefings at an undisclosed location.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement On The Consideration Of A Farm Livestock Tax
Tuesday December 02, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on reports that the EPA may create an emissions tax on farm livestock.< Read more > -
Op-Ed: We Have Much For Which To Be Thankful, Even In Days Like These
Tuesday November 25, 2008Op-Editorial: This Thanksgiving, I can't help but be thankful for so many things about our great country. You may be asking, "Isn't our country facing its worst economic recession in decades? How can you be so thankful?" Well, the answer may be "yes" to this question, but I can't help but remain positive on this Thanksgiving because of how blessed America really is.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement On TVA's Decision To Not Fund Aquatic Treatment At Guntersville Lake
Thursday November 20, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on TVA's aquatic plant management and their decision to not fund treatment of private-residential areas of Guntersville Lake.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Welcomes Secretary Of The Army To Redstone Arsenal
Wednesday November 12, 2008WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today welcomed the Secretary of the United States Army, the honorable Pete Geren, to Redstone Arsenal for his first visit to the North Alabama Army base as Secretary. The Secretary's visit to Redstone Arsenal was at the invitation of Congressman Aderholt for the purpose of briefings on base operations and the realignment process.< Read more > -
Aderholt Announces Christian Heritage Content To Be Added To The New Capitol Visitor Center
Thursday October 30, 2008WASHINGTON – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) announces that the Committee on House Administration and the Senate Rules and Administration Committee have agreed to include references to our nation's Christian heritage in the new Capitol Visitor Center, scheduled to open in December 2008.< Read more > -
Aderholt Co-Sponsors Bill That Condemns The UN's Efforts To Remove Ireland's Pro-Life Laws
Thursday October 23, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) has co-sponsored a bill that condemns the United Nations' efforts to pressure Ireland and other countries into reversing efforts to reduce abortions.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Wins Pro-Family, Pro-Life Award
Wednesday October 15, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by FRC Action and Focus on the Family Action for his unwavering commitment to the family.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Announces Ninth Annual Ag & Industry Tour
Wednesday October 08, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today announced the dates and locations for the annual 4th Congressional District Agriculture and Industry Tour.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Welcomes Alabama WWII Veterans To Washington's WWII Memorial
Tuesday October 07, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today welcomed over 40 War World II veterans from Blount County to the World War II Memorial in Washington DC as part of the Honor Flight Birmingham program.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Honored By Small Business Association NFIB
Monday October 06, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Federation of Independent Business, the nation's leading small business association has named Congressman Robert B. Aderholt (R-Haleyville) a Guardian of Small Business for his outstanding voting record on behalf of America's small business owners in the 110th Congress.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Votes Against The Rescue Bill After Introducing An Alternative Bill To A Bailout
Friday October 03, 2008Congressman Robert Aderholt made the following statement today regarding his opposition to the financial bailout legislation and a new alternative bill that he introduced this week, "The Economic Growth and Financial Stabilization Act of 2008" (HR 7253):< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Applauds The Expiration Of The OCS Energy Moratorium
Thursday October 02, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on American Energy Independence Day (October 1, 2008), a day when the moratoria on oil and gas in most of the Outer Continental Shelf and oil shale on federal lands expired.< Read more > -
Why I Voted Against The Bailout
Tuesday September 30, 2008Rep. Robert Aderholt Op-Ed: Why I Voted Against The Bailout< Read more > -
An Alternative To The Bailout
Tuesday September 30, 2008As the House considered the Treasury financial rescue plan on September 29th, I co-sponsored alternative legislation that would provide relief in the financial markets while protecting free-market principles. The bill includes the original Repbulican alternative legislation as well as the provisions that were unveiled earlier in the week by me and several co-sponsors (capital gains relief, GSE privatization, suspending mark-to-market regulations, etc.).< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Statement on His Vote on the Financial Rescue Bill
Monday September 29, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on his vote on the Financial Rescue Bill.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt's Bill To Honor Gadsden Resident Passes The House
Thursday September 18, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – The "Colonel Ola Lee Mize Veterans Clinic" bill, H.R. 5736, passed the House of Representatives by a voice vote last night. The bill honors Colonel Mize's many years of service, including a Korean War Medal of Honor, by naming the Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic in Gadsden, the "Colonel Ola Lee Mize Veterans Clinic."< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Statement On Alabama's Gas Price Spike
Friday September 12, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on the sudden increase of gas prices in Alabama.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Statement on McCain's VP Choice
Friday August 29, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on John McCain's vice presidential candidate choice, Governor Sarah Palin. "I am excited about the choice of Alaska Governor Sarah Palin as John McCain's running mate. Governor Palin's style of leadership represents the hard working people of America and the conservative values of Alabama. Sarah Palin has proven her strong pro-life values and, as a long-time NRA member, has been a strong defender for 2nd Amendment rights for many years."< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Announces Three New Staff Members
Wednesday August 27, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) announces three new additions to his staff. Mark Busching, Mark Bieszka and Darrell "DJ" Jordan join the Washington DC office. "These new hires are a very determined and ambitious group of seasoned professionals," said Congressman Aderholt. "They are also a great fit for our office because they reflect the hard work ethic of the residents of Alabama's 4th Congressional District and I am excited to have them as part of my staff."< Read more > -
Aderholt Receives A Perfect Score From "Americans For Prosperity" On The Issue Of Lowering Gas-Prices
Thursday August 21, 2008WASHINGTON – Congressman Aderholt has been awarded a perfect score on the issue of lowering gas prices and foreign oil independence by the grassroots group, Americans for Prosperity (AFP). The "Freedom from Foreign Oil" scorecard ranks U.S. Representatives based on their support or opposition to policies that would lower gas and energy prices by increasing American supply and making domestic production less expensive.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt returns to Washington for Historic Recess Speech on High Gas Prices
Wednesday August 06, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt today will speak on the House floor to highlight solutions to high gas prices, despite the fact that liberal Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) keeps the House in August recess. Congressman Aderholt flew back to Washington from his 4th Congressional District in Alabama this morning, as House Republicans are poised for day four of their historic nationwide protest of Speaker Nancy Pelosi's decision to adjourn the House for the rest of the summer without a vote on legislation to increase American energy production and lower gas prices.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Continues Fight against High Gas Prices with New Resolution
Friday August 01, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt last night submitted a resolution aimed at addressing the cost of high-gasoline prices, despite the Democratic Majority's decision to send Congress back to their districts without debating any legislation that would lower the price of gas. The resolution, which is called the "Enhancing Energy Independence Resolution" (H.Con.Res. 401), expresses that America can become more energy independent using today's technology without massive taxpayer expenditures.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Promotes North Alabama In New York City
Monday July 28, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today joined other leaders and economic developers from Alabama in showcasing North Alabama as an ideal location for business at an event sponsored by the North Alabama Industrial Development Association (NAIDA).< Read more > -
Aderholt Presents The "Pre-K Champion Award" To Two Alabama Education Organizations
Wednesday July 16, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt today presented the Alabama Pre-K Champion award to the Alabama School Readiness Alliance, represented by Linda Tilly and Brittany Winfree, and to the Alabama Office of School Readiness, represented by Marquita Davis and Trellis Smith for outstanding leadership on pre-kindergarten policies and the success achieved through their effective campaign for quality early education.< Read more > -
Aderholt Applauds The President's Decision For Off-Shore Exploration
Monday July 14, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today offered the following statement regarding the decision by President Bush to lift the decades-long executive ban on off-shore drilling:< Read more > -
Aderholt Presses Pakistan To Improve Security & Fight Terrorism
Tuesday July 01, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) on Monday met with Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf and Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani during a five-member congressional delegation to Pakistan, a trip designed to show support for the Pakistan government and it's commitment to peace in the region.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Statement On Supreme Court Ruling On D.C. Gun Ban
Thursday June 26, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on the Supreme Court overturning the D.C. gun ban.< Read more > -
Aderholt Secures Pro-Sock Industry Legislation
Wednesday June 25, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today announced that he successfully included report language expanding the Vietnam Import Monitoring Program to include China and to include socks in both.< Read more > -
Aderholt Secures Funding for Programs Combating Child Exploitation
Tuesday June 24, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today announced that he successfully increased funding by $5.7 million in the House Appropriations Committee for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigations of child exploitation, in the Fiscal Year 2009 Homeland Security Appropriations bill.< Read more > -
Aderholt Votes to Override President Bush's Veto to Protect Alabama Farmers
Wednesday May 21, 2008Congressman Aderholt voted today to override the President's veto of the 2008 Farm Bill. The reforms and funding provided in the bill will greatly benefit the agricultural interests in Alabama's Fourth Congressional District and the State of Alabama.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Given the 2008 Spirit of Enterprise Award
Thursday April 17, 2008Congressman Robert Aderholt was recently given the 2008 "Spirit of Enterprise" award for his strong support for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's pro-business legislative agenda.< Read more > -
Bill Introduced to Honor Medal of Honor Recipient
Wednesday April 09, 2008Congressman Aderholt introduced HR 5736 naming the Department of Veterans Affairs community based outpatient clinic in Gadsden the "Colonel Ola Lee Mize Veterans Clinic."< Read more > -
Aderholt Pushes for Action on Immigration
Friday March 21, 2008Congressman Aderholt signed the discharge petition for HR 4088 The Secure America with Verification and Enforcement Act (SAVE Act).< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt's Web Site Wins Award
Thursday March 20, 2008Representative Robert Aderholt's website was recognized as one of this year's top Congressional websites.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt is Pleased to Announce New Contract for Summa
Friday February 08, 2008Congressman Robert Aderholt is pleased to announce the award of a contract for 3080 units of Container Roll-On / Off Pallet (CROP) valued at $28 million.< Read more > -
Action Taken Against Predatory Honduran Sock Imports
Friday January 18, 2008The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) today announced that it will implement a safeguard action against sock imports from Honduras.< Read more > -
Alabama Newspapers Recognize Aderholt's Contribution to SCHIP
Friday December 21, 2007Recent editorials in several Alabama newspapers have recognized the important role that Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) played in the long-term extension of the State Children's Health Insurance Program.< Read more > -
Passage of SCHIP Extension Provides Healthcare Certainty for Millions
Thursday December 20, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today celebrated the passage of a long-term extension of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). The bipartisan measure passed the House today and now moves on to President Bush for signature.< Read more > -
Aderholt Introduces Employee Tuberculosis Screening Bill for Meat and Poultry Processing Facilities
Thursday December 13, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today introduced legislation in the House of Representatives that would require an active tuberculosis (TB) screening for any individual seeking employment with meat processing facilities or poultry processing facilities. Anyone determined to have active TB would be prohibited from employment in these facilities under this bill.< Read more > -
Kicking the SCHIP Can Down the Road Until Next Year
Thursday December 13, 2007Last night, Congressman Aderholt (AL-4) and 49 of his congressional colleagues from both parties sent a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (CA-8) calling for a responsible extension of the long delayed State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Visits Alabama Troops Serving in Afghanistan
Wednesday December 05, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) recently returned from a Congressional Delegation trip over the Thanksgiving recess that included a visit with Alabama troops currently serving in Afghanistan.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Travels to Africa, Middle East and Eastern Europe
Friday November 30, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) is currently travelling as part of a Congressional Delegation on a trip to Africa, Eastern Europe, and the U.S. Central Command Area of Responsibility (CENTCOM AOR) over the Thanksgiving recess. While visiting the CENTCOM AOR the Congressman is meeting with Alabama troops currently serving there.< Read more > -
Aderholt Offers Update on SCHIP Negotiations
Friday November 16, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today offered the following update on the bipartisan, bicameral negotiations on the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Congressman Aderholt has been actively engaged in negotiations since President Bush vetoed an expanded SCHIP reauthorization measure.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement on Today's Opening of Future I-22 Between Graysville and Jasper
Wednesday November 14, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today offered the following statement on the opening of the Future I-22's link between Graysville and Jasper.< Read more > -
Dandy-Walker Syndrome Fight Has Lamar County Roots
Friday November 09, 2007In 2005 while awaiting the birth of their first child Ryan, Andrea and Eric Cole of Kensington, Maryland (with roots in Lamar County) learned that he would be born with a rare birth defect called Dandy-Walker Syndrome and a condition called hydrocephalus. Today the family leads the fight against Dandy-Walker Syndrome and is the inspiration behind Congressman Robert Aderholt's (AL-4) effort against this terrible birth defect.< Read more > -
"ENDA" Not the Answer, Says Aderholt
Thursday November 08, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today voted in opposition to H.R. 3685, the Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2007 (ENDA). Intended to prohibit employment discrimination based on sexual orientation, this bill creates special rights for a certain class of people that is inconsistent with the Equal Rights provisions contained in the U.S. Constitution and the Civil Rights Act of 1964.< Read more > -
"What Part of Compromise Does Congress Not Get?"
Thursday October 25, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) and a handful of other Members met this morning with House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) to discuss solutions for the politically stalled State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) bill. Following the meeting, Aderholt called on both parties in Congress to begin negotiations on a bill that can realistically become law.< Read more > -
Aderholt Launches Effort to Save Children's Health Insurance Program
Wednesday October 17, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) last night offered a resolution on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives calling for immediate consideration of a bill to save the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) and provide health care to needy children.< Read more > -
Aderholt Opposes $35 Billion Expansion of Government Health Insurance: SCHIP Bill Includes $6.5 Billion Giveaway For Illegal Immigrants
Wednesday September 26, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) late last night voted against a bill amounting to a $35 billion increase in government health insurance as well as $6.5 billion in Medicaid benefits to illegal immigrants.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement in Support of Increased Pell Grant Funding
Friday September 07, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today voted in favor of an increase in Pell Grant funding. In the latest figures available for the 4th Congressional District (2003-2004), there were 10,215 students who received these important higher education funding grants.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement in Response to Announced Federal Aid for Alabama Farmers, Ranchers
Friday August 17, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) offered the following statment in response to word that the US Department of Agriculture is making new Emergency Conservation Program funding available for Alabama farmers and ranchers.< Read more > -
Action Promised Against Predatory Honduran Sock Imports: Congressman Aderholt Told Proceedings to Initiate Sock Safeguard Beginning
Friday August 10, 2007U.S. Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez personally called Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today informing him that the Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) will immediately begin proceedings to implement a sock safeguard to protect the American sock industry against surging sock imports from Honduras.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Announces 4th Congressional District Agriculture & Industry Tour
Tuesday August 07, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today announced the dates and locations for the 2007 4th Congressional District Agriculture and Industry Tour.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Votes to Oppose Raid on Medicaid Funds
Wednesday August 01, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) voted today in opposition to H.R. 3162, Children's Health and Medicare Protection (CHAMP) Act, which reauthorizes the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Congressman Aderholt supported the original SCHIP program in 1997 but was concerned with several provisions in the current bill.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Votes to Protect 70,000 Alabama Jobs
Friday July 27, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) opposed efforts today to place a stealth $4 billion tax on U.S. subsidiary manufacturers, voting in favor of 70,000 Alabama jobs.< Read more > -
NASA Exploration Systems Fully Funded Under House Appropriations Measure: Congressman Aderholt Leader in Effort
Thursday July 26, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today announced that the House of Representatives fully funded the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Exploration Systems at the President's requested level of $3.923 billion.< Read more > -
Aderholt Sponsors Bill Easing Restrictions on Farm Trucks
Friday July 20, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) has sponsored legislation that would ease restrictions on farm trucks engaged in transporting agricultural products within state lines. The bill, H.R. 3098 is a joint effort between himself, Congressman Dan Boren (OK-2), and Congresswoman Mary Fallin (OK-5) and was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives yesterday.< Read more > -
Aderholt Seeks Relief for Alabama Farmers Hit by Drought: Additional Emergency Funds Needed to Provide Relief from Worst Drought in Decades
Thursday July 19, 2007After an extended debate during a House Appropriations Committee markup, U.S. Representatives Robert Aderholt (Ala.-04) and Bud Cramer (Ala.-05) received a commitment from Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee Chair Rosa DeLauro that she would work in the upcoming emergency supplemental to assist Alabama farmers suffering from exceptional drought.< Read more > -
Aderholt Announces $1,200,000 in Federal Funds for the Geological Survey of Alabama
Tuesday July 17, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today announced the inclusion of $1,200,000 in funding for the states' Risk Based Data Management System, a portion of which will go to the Geological Survey of Alabama, located at the University of Alabama.< Read more > -
Senate Immigration Bill Fails to Overcome Major Hurdle: Congressman Aderholt Praises Action, Looks for Action to Secure the Border
Thursday June 28, 2007This morning, the U.S. Senate failed to invoke cloture that would have allowed a final vote on a bill seeking comprehensive immigration reform. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) immediately pulled the bill from the Senate floor following the vote and it is unclear when or even if it will again be considered.< Read more > -
Aderholt Reminds Administration of Honduran Sock Safeguard, Calls on Administration to Live Up to Their CAFTA Promises
Friday June 22, 2007On Tuesday, June 19, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) sent a letter to U.S. Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez asking him to take another look at a sock safeguard targeted at Honduras.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Brings Amendment to House Floor to Increase ARC Funding
Wednesday June 20, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today introduced an amendment to the 2008 Energy and Water Appropriations bill that increases funding for the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) by $30 million.< Read more > -
Aderholt Joins Bi-Partisan Effort to Introduce Family and Consumer Choice Act
Friday June 15, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today joined a bipartisan effort to expand and improve family programming options for cable and satellite television consumers.< Read more > -
Aderholt Announces Additional Traveling District Office Hours
Friday June 08, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) announced today that District Field Representative Jason Harper will be traveling through the district next week to provide assistance to those who may need help with federal issues or casework.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Fights Illegal Textile Imports: Successfully Includes Funding for Programs Capturing Illegal Sock Imports
Friday June 08, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today announced that he successfully included $4.75 million in the Fiscal Year 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations bill to continue textile transshipment enforcement.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Votes Against Taxpayer Funding for the Destruction of Human Embryos
Thursday June 07, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today voted against a measure that would increase federal funding for and reverse current Administration policy regarding embryonic stem cell research, a controversial method that many feel destroys human life.< Read more > -
1st Alabama Infantry Regiment Flag Coming Home After 145 Years of Missing in Action
Thursday May 24, 2007On Wednesday, a flag carried by the 1st Alabama Infantry Regiment during the War Between the States was presented to the Alabama delegation by the Nebraska delegation. In a ceremony outside the Cannon House Office Building in Washington, D.C., Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) joined Congressman Terry Everett (R-AL 3) in accepting the flag from the Nebraska State Historical Society.< Read more > -
TVA Recommends Repair/Rebuild Option for Bear Creek Dam: Congressman Aderholt Praises Decision as Best for Franklin County, Residents
Wednesday May 23, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) praised the expected release of a study by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) that recommends that the leaking Bear Creek Dam be repaired or rebuilt by TVA at a potential cost of $35 million.< Read more > -
"No Amnesty." Congressman Aderholt Opposes Senate "Compromise" on Immigration Reform
Tuesday May 22, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) announced today his strong opposition to the amnesty provision that is included in the new Border Security and Immigration Reform Agreement that was announced on Friday by Members of the United States Senate.< Read more > -
Hate Crimes or Thought Crimes? Aderholt Opposes Unnecessary Bill That Threatens Equal Justice, Freedom of Speech
Thursday May 03, 2007Congressman Aderholt voted today in opposition to H.R. 1592, the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007, a bill that undermines the constitutional principle of equal justice under the law as well as freedom of speech. The bill passed the House by a vote of 237 to 180.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Encourages Alabamians to Recognize the 56th Annual National Day of Prayer Tomorrow
Wednesday May 02, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) will join millions of Americans tomorrow in recognizing the 56th celebration of the National Day of Prayer (NDP). The National Day of Prayer tradition predates the founding of the United States of America, evidenced by the Continental Congress' proclamation in 1775 setting aside a day of prayer.< Read more > -
Aderholt Statement on War Supplemental Bill Veto
Tuesday May 01, 2007With President Bush vetoing the War Supplemental Spending bill, Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) offered the following statement on the veto and what it means for additional spending programs that were included in the measure.< Read more > -
Aderholt Announces Traveling District Office Hours
Friday April 27, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) announced today that District Field Director Paul Housel will be traveling through the district in the next several weeks to provide assistance to those who may need help with federal issues or casework.< Read more > -
Aderholt Discusses Bear Creek Dam with TVA Chief Executive: Seeks Update on Status of TVA Actions
Friday April 27, 2007On Tuesday, Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) met with Tom Kilgore, chief executive officer of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to discuss Bear Creek Dam in Franklin County. Bear Creek dam has had problems with leaking and is in need of repair so that the county's drinking water supply is not threatened.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Supports Increased Funding for NASA Exploration
Tuesday April 24, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today offered the following statement regarding NASA funding for FY07 and FY08 and what it means for the future of the Robotic Lunar Program.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Introduces Notary Public Bill
Friday April 20, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today introduced legislation in the House of Representatives that will correct problems dealing with the recognition of notarizations across state lines. The Interstate Recognition of Notarizations (IRON) Act, H.R. 1979, previously passed the House of Representatives in December 2006.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Upholding Partial Birth Abortion Ban
Wednesday April 18, 2007Today, the United States Supreme Court upheld the nationwide ban on partial birth abortions passed by Congress in 2003 in a 5-4 ruling. Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) cosponsored, and was a strong supporter of the Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act...< Read more > -
Aderholt Addresses Concerns Regarding Terrorism, Soldier Safety with Syria During Middle East Fact Finding Trip
Wednesday April 04, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) has returned from a Middle Eastern fact finding trip which included visits to Israel and Syria. While visiting Israel, the congressional delegation consisting of Congressman Aderholt, Congressman Frank Wolf (VA-10) and Congressman Joe Pitts (PA-16), discussed that nation's safety and security...< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Votes for American Troops and Victory in Iraq
Friday February 16, 2007The following statement was submitted to the Congressional Record from Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today in opposition to the Iraq resolution brought to the floor by House Democrats. House Concurrent Resolution 63, disapproving of the decision of the President announced on January 10, 2007, to deploy more than 20,000 additional United States combat troops to Iraq, passed the House this afternoon by a vote of 246 to 182.< Read more > -
Congressman Aderholt Reappointed to House Appropriations Committee
Friday January 12, 2007Congressman Robert Aderholt today announced that he has been reappointed to the House Appropriations Committee for the 110th Congress. He will serve on three Appropriations Subcommittees: Homeland Security; Transportation; and, Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies.< Read more > - Show all items