Recent Press Releases

Members of Congress Help Retired War Dog Receive Critical Care WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week U.S. Representatives Ed Whitfield (KY-01) and Walter B. Jones (NC-3) helped a retired war dog recover from injuries he received in Iraq nearly four years ago.Lex, a German shepherd, was wounded in March of 2007...
Whitfield Awarded Manufacturing Legislative Excellence Prize WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) was recognized this week for his support of American manufacturers, receiving the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence.“During these tough economic times, American manufacturers are more important than ever,”...
Whitfield Votes to Level Playing Field for American Manufacturers WASHINGTON – Working to protect American businesses and American jobs, U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) supported critical legislation today which will force China to comply with fair trade laws by ensuring Chinese currency is properly valued.“For too long, Chinese trade...
Whitfield Statement on Vote to Adjourn Congress WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) released the following statement today after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her leadership team passed a Resolution which will allow the House of Representatives to adjourn until November 15. Whitfield voted against the...
House Approves Whitfield Bill to Combat Prescription Drug Abuse WASHINGTON – The U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation today introduced and championed by U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) which reauthorizes a program critical to combating the abuse of prescription drugs throughout Kentucky and the entire nation.“NASPER was designed to...
Whitfield Offers Roadmap to Boost Economy, Reform Congress WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) joined forces with his Republican colleagues in the House of Representatives today to introduce “A Pledge to America,” a roadmap that lays out plans to create jobs, reduce the national debt and reform...
Whitfield & Polis Introduce Bill to Bring Transparency and Oversight to EEOICPA WASHINGTON – U. S. Representatives Ed Whitfield (KY-01) and Jared Polis (CO-02) teamed up today to introduce bipartisan legislation which will help ensure former employees at certain Department of Energy (DOE) sites receive the benefits and care they have earned...
Whitfield Resolution Honoring John James Audubon Approved by House WASHINGTON — Marking the 200th Anniversary of John James Audubon arriving in Henderson County, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved a resolution today introduced by Congressman Ed Whitfield (KY-01) honoring Audubon and the state park and museum named in...
Whitfield Recognized as Small Business Champion WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) was awarded the “Guardian of Small Business Award” from the National Federation of Independent Business for his support of legislation and policies critical to ensuring the success of small businesses across the country.“Small...
Whitfield Testifies Before ITC on Behalf of KY Paper Producers WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) stood united with employees from a Wickliffe paper mill this week when he testified before the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) about the impact unfair trade practices with China and Indonesia have had...
Whitfield Sponsored Bill to Lower Electricity Costs Receives Stamp of Approval from House WASHINGTON – Bipartisan legislation cosponsored and championed by U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01), which would help bring down energy costs for Kentuckians while creating new jobs and improving energy efficiency, was approved by the House of Representatives today.“With electricity demand...
Whitfield Shines Light on Flawed Medicare Bidding Program WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) stood up for Kentucky seniors and taxpayers today, raising questions over the effectiveness of a Medicare competitive bidding program aimed at reducing costs and improving the quality of medical products available to seniors.“While...

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