News Releases

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued the following statement about the National Day of Prayer.

Congressman 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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued the following statement in support of the many Tax Day Tea Parties occurring in Alabama today.

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued the following statement after voting against the Democrat's FY2010 Budget.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today issued the following statement on the so-called Employee Free Choice Act.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today issued the following statement after voting against the revised stimulus package in the House of Representatives.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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").

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement regarding the situation in Israel and Gaza.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

Op-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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON – 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today announced the dates and locations for the annual 4th Congressional District Agriculture and Industry Tour.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

Congressman 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):

WASHINGTON, 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.

Rep. Robert Aderholt Op-Ed: Why I Voted Against The Bailout

As 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.).

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on his vote on the Financial Rescue Bill.

WASHINGTON, 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."

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on the sudden increase of gas prices in Alabama.

WASHINGTON, 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."

WASHINGTON, 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."

WASHINGTON – 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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).

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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:

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) today made the following statement on the Supreme Court overturning the D.C. gun ban.

WASHINGTON, 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.

WASHINGTON, 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman Aderholt introduced HR 5736 naming the Department of Veterans Affairs community based outpatient clinic in Gadsden the "Colonel Ola Lee Mize Veterans Clinic."

Congressman Aderholt signed the discharge petition for HR 4088 The Secure America with Verification and Enforcement Act (SAVE Act).

Representative Robert Aderholt's website was recognized as one of this year's top Congressional websites.

Congressman 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.

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (CITA) today announced that it will implement a safeguard action against sock imports from Honduras.

Recent 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Last 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).

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today offered the following statement on the opening of the Future I-22's link between Graysville and Jasper.

In 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

U.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.

Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today announced the dates and locations for the 2007 4th Congressional District Agriculture and Industry Tour.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

After 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.

Congressman 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.

This 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.

On 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-4) today joined a bipartisan effort to expand and improve family programming options for cable and satellite television consumers.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

On 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

With 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.

Congressman 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.

On 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.

Congressman 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.

Congressman 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.

Today, 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...

Congressman 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...

The 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.

Congressman 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.