Press Releases & Statements

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, encourages the American public to send "Holiday Mail for Heroes" this holiday season.

In response to the escalating aggression between Israel and Hamas, U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) issued the following statement.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today congratulated JB Nachman Elementary School for being named a President's Challenge "State Champion School" by the President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition (PCFSN).

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, was pleased to welcome Kiwanis International member Jeffrey M. Woods, a Ruston native, to our nation's capital today. Woods is in Washington, D.C. to receive the White House's prestigious award "Champion of C

Today, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation's leading small business association, named U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, a Guardian of Small Business for his outstanding voting record on behalf of America's smal

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after national debt officially surpassed $16 trillion.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) urged residents of Louisiana to brace for impact as Tropical Storm Isaac approaches Louisiana's shores. Isaac is expected to make landfall early Wednesday afternoon, and may reach 5th District residents

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today requested a meeting with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to discuss the Corps' order to remove certain trees and other structures along Ouachita River levees. Alexander requested this meeting after the Cor

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after the House voted in support of Red Tape Reduction and Small Business Job Creation Act.

The Fed must be held accountable for its actions.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after the House passed H.R. 6082, the Congressional Replacement of President Obama's Energy-Restricting and Job-Limiting Offshore Drilling Plan.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after the House passed H.R. 4157, the Preserving America's Family Farms Act.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after the House voted to repeal the president's health care law.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after the House of Representatives voted in favor of holding Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after the Supreme Court of the United States handed down its ruling on the constitutionality of the President Obama's health care law.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Katie von Diezelski and Dillon Harp, both natives of Ouachita Parish, successfully completed his congressional intern program in Washington, D.C.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to welcome Stephanie Lutfallah to Washington D.C. this week. The Grand Prize winner for the 5th Congressional District is in the nation's capital to join other winners from across the country for a cer

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, recently met with five 5th District students who are visiting the nation's capital this week to take part in the 48th annual Electric Cooperative Youth Tour program.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks regarding the fiscal state of the nation, and how the GOP is paving the way for spending accountability.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, (R-Quitman, LA) a ranking member of the House Committee on Appropriations recently received a perfect score on the annual Voter Index from the American Security Council Foundation (ASCF).

On the eve of the U.S. Army's 237th birthday, U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, expressed his admiration and thanks for the soldiers, families and citizens who have preserved America's liberty for well over two decades.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 436, the Health Care Cost Reduction Act of 2012, which repeals more adverse provisions of the Affordable Care Act.

With the official start of hurricane season upon us, I encourage Louisiana residents to take safety measures immediately. History illustrates–especially as seen in our state–that hurricane awareness and preparedness can help reduce the impact

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, announced that on May 17, 2012, over three dozen Members of Congress joined him in an effort to encourage the Department of Labor (DOL) to withdraw two proposed regulations on the H-2B program that would impose subst

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Stephanie Lutfallah is the 5th District winner of the 2012 Congressional High School Arts Competition.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, announced that yesterday the Department of Labor (DOL) officially withdrew a proposed rule that would severely limit the tasks that adolescents and children could perform on farms and ranches across the country. Afte

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, announced that on April 26 a U.S. District Court in Pensacola, Fla., issued a preliminary injunction, which prohibits the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) from enforcing rules which would impose a devastating financial

The Healthcare Leadership Council (HLC), a coalition of leaders of the nation's premier health care companies and organizations, today honored Congressman Rodney Alexander as a "Champion of Healthcare Innovation" at an award ceremony in Washington, DC

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, was successful in getting his amendment passed in committee for inclusion in the 2013 Energy and Water Development Appropriations Bill.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that public voting is officially underway to choose the local artist that will represent the 5th District in the 2012 Congressional High School Arts Competition.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issues the following statement in support of Majority Leader Eric Cantor's Small Business Tax Cut Act.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks following the House passage of the 90-day highway extension, which includes a measure to direct vital resources to areas harmed by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement applauding a ruling made by a U.S. District Court in South Carolina on April 13. Judge David Norton ruled that the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) exceeded its authority by issu

Uncle Sam is knocking at your door once again. This can only mean one thing – Tax Day is here.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today was awarded the "Spirit of Enterprise" award by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for his steady support of pro-jobs, pro-growth policies during the first session of the 112th Congress.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement after the House passed H.R. 5, a package which seeks to reform medical malpractice liability and to repeal the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB), a panel created under the Aff

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after he joined Congressman Denny Rehberg, Chairman of the Labor, Health, Human Services (LHHS) Appropriations Subcommittee, in an effort to further ensure taxpayer dollars are not util

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, has introduced H.J. Res. 104, a joint resolution that would show Congress's disapproval of a new regulation being imposed by the Department of Labor (DOL) on employers who participate in the H-2B program to fill

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that the 2012 Congressional High School Arts Competition has officially begun. An Artistic Discovery, which began in 1982, is a nationwide art contest that provides Members of Congress the oppo

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks regarding the President's fiscal year 2013 Budget request, which was released today.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted in favor of the House-amended STOCK Act, which makes certain that Members of Congress will not profit from insider trading and also expands pr

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement in advance of the U.S. House of Representatives consideration of his amendment to H.R. 3521, the Expedited Line-Item Veto and Rescissions Act. In short, Alexander's amendment woul

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted in favor of H.R. 1173 to repeal the federally-administered Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) program. Enacted as part

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks in advance of President Obama's State of the Union address.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after President Obama announced his decision to block the Keystone XL pipeline, a proposed oil pipeline that would stretch from Canada across the United States.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks in opposition to the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA).

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) made the announcement to delay postal closings until mid-May.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after the House passed the Regulations from the Executive In Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act. This bill amends the Congressional Review Act to require Congress to affirmatively approve eve

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after it appeared the Joint Committee on Deficit Reduction would not meet its deadline to submit a plan.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after the House failed to pass H.J. Res. 2, which proposes that a balanced budget amendment be added to the U.S. Constitution.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after the House passed H.R. 822, the National Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act of 2011. This legislation allows persons with valid state-issued concealed firearm permits or licenses to ca

Now in its fifth year, the American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes Inc. have united once again to ensure our soldiers stationed both in the United States and around the world will receive heartfelt wishes during the holidays. Last year, the program distribut

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks after voting in support of H.R. 674, which amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the imposition of 3 percent withholding on certain payments made to vendors by government e

U.S. Rep Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks in support of H.R. 358, the Protect Life Act, which the House is expected to vote on this afternoon. A bipartisan bill introduced by Reps. Joseph Pitts and Dan Lipinski, the Protect Life

The Council for Citizens Against Government Waste (CCAGW) has named U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, a Taxpayer Hero for the second session of the 111th Congress.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) offered his congratulations to CenturyLink, Inc. for being selected as a 2011 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award Recipient. This recognition is the highest honor given by the U.S. Government to employers for exceptional support of their employees serving in the National Guard or Reserve Component.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) today cast a vote in support of H.R. 2587, the Protecting Jobs From Government Interference Act, which passed in the House of Representatives. This legislation would prevent the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) from making decisions on where businesses can and cannot locate.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) issued the following remarks in regards to the President's address to the Joint Session of Congress.

As our nation approaches a decade since the fateful day of September 11, 2001, we remember the horrific events that left an indelible mark on this country and pay tribute to those we lost to the tragic attacks on American soil.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) has joined with several of his colleagues in sending a letter to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), asking the board to withdraw a proposed rule that would force all businesses under jurisdiction of the National Labor Relations Act to post a union rights poster in their workplace. The ruling even goes so far as to dictate the size and shape of the poster.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) had the following remarks regarding the historic deficit-reduction legislation passed by the House of Representatives.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after he voted in support of Speaker Boehner's Budget Control Act.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after the House passed The Cut, Cap and Balance Act of 2011.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander's (R-Quitman) took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives today to advocate for critical funding for the dredging of the Mississippi River and levee repairs to be included in the FY2012 Energy and Water Appropriations Bill with an offset.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after his legislative report language was included in House Appropriations bills to grant the American public and other federal agencies time to review and comment on additional study findings involving the natural gas mining practice known as hydraulic fracturing.

Kristin Hodges, a 2004 graduate of Ruston High School and 2008 alumnus of Louisiana Tech University, commenced her second internship in U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander's Washington office.

Lisa Lacayo, a 2009 graduate of American Nicaraguan School and Ruston native, will conclude her internship with U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander's office in Washington, D.C., Friday.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, commended Joseph J. Hernandez, a Rapides Parish native, for his recent acceptance to the U.S. Naval Academy.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, urges families to take precautions as June 1 marks the official commencement of the 2011 North Atlantic Hurricane Season.

The American Conservative Union (ACU) recently designated U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, as a "Defender of Liberty" in recognition of his conservative voting record. Yesterday, the ACU held ceremonies on Capitol Hill to present awards to those Members who earned high scores in the 2010 Annual ACU Ratings of Congress. Alexander garnered 100 percent for his steadfast commitment to America's core principles and to our nation's Constitution.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Alan Michael Robinson is Louisiana's 5th District winner of the 2011 Congressional High School Arts Competition.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, sent a letter to the Risk Management Agency Administrator with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to convey distress that insurance claims may not be distributed to those whose crops are destroyed.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1230, Restarting American Offshore Leasing Now Act.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) released the following statement after the death was announced of Osama bin Laden.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander's (R-Quitman) sponsored legislation, which will defund the job-destroying health care law, passed the U.S. House of Representatives today. His resolution, H.Con.Res. 35, will add provisions to the Continuing Resolution, H.R. 1437, to prohibit any funds in this act or any previous act from being used to implement the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148) or the health care provisions of the reconciliation act (PL 111-152).

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander (R-Quitman) has introduced legislation, H.R. 1130, the Education Assistance to Realign New Eligibilities for Dependents (EARNED) Act, to allow certain military retirees the opportunity to transfer their education benefits to eligible dependents. Under current law, service members who are eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill, but retired prior to August 1, 2009, are ineligible to transfer their education benefits to eligible dependents. Additionally, the law requires service members to transfer their benefits prior to their retirement; usually, additional service is required after the transfer of benefits has been made.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, filed legislation that would require the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to take responsibility for major maintenance for the Red-Ouachita River Basin Levees of Arkansas and Louisiana.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after he pressed Secretary Steven Chu at today's hearing of the Energy and Water Subcommittee of House Appropriations.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after President Obama's news conference.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today received notification from FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate that he has directed his staff to halt its flawed "without levee" practice as a result of Alexander's legislative leadership.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after the House passed H.R. 4, the Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after the House passed the short-term Continuing Resolution.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, supported by a bipartisan effort of an additional 48 congressional members, today urged the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) to discontinue the use of "without levees" analysis to determine new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) in instances where communities would be negatively impacted by the lack of accuracy. "Without levee" modeling methods assume that an existing levee or flood control structure does not exist for purposes of modeling.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks in support of H.R. 1, the Continuing Resolution (CR) that will fund the federal government for the remainder of fiscal year 2011.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today introduced legislation to ensure the fair treatment of existing levees and flood control structures under the national flood insurance program.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Chris Sullivan has joined his district staff as a Wound Warrior Fellow.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks regarding the President's fiscal year 2012 Budget request, which was released today.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by the Family Research Council Action (FRCAction) and CitizenLink for his unwavering commitment and consistent support in defense of the family.

House Appropriations Chairman Hal Rogers today announced that U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will serve as Vice Chairman of Labor, Health, and Human Services (LHHS) Subcommittee for the 112th Congress.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks in response to House Republicans keeping their pledge to America by cutting spending.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement regarding the tragic shootings of Representative Gabrielle Giffords, her staff members and others

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement in response to the U.S. House of Representatives passage of H.R. 4853, the compromise agreement on the extension of the tax relief packages enacted in 2001 and 2003.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks today after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it is recommending that Avastin no longer be approved for the treatment of breast cancer. Avastin, a lifesaving drug, successfully treats approximately 17,000 women annually.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following statement after a federal judge in Virginia ruled that the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) is unconstitutional. The ruling found that Congress does not have the authority to impose the "individual mandate," which will require every American to purchase government-approved health insurance.

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4853, the Middle Class Tax Relief Act. U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following statement after he opposed the Democrat's plan to ensure that taxes increase next year for many hard-working families and small businesses.

Today, we salute and remember those who were called upon to defend our ideals and preserve our liberties. It is for their sacrifices that we stand as the land of the free and the home of the brave. Those who have selflessly served under the Stars and Stripes call themselves veterans. However, we gratefully refer to them as American heroes.

A recent column titled "Paychecks versus Food Stamps" by Rush Limbaugh is making waves across the United States. You may have read it. If not, you have probably seen or heard about Louisiana climbing to the top of a national list – albeit a list where the bottom is the ideal place to be.

Recognized for support of official English legislation

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation's leading small business association, today named U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, a Guardian of Small Business for his outstanding voting record on behalf of America's small business owners in the 111th Congress.

The National Tax Limitation Committee (NTLC) has honored U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, with its 111th Congress "Tax Fighter Award."

Over the past couple of years, nearly all of us have become increasingly frustrated with the direction our country is headed and with the leadership of our government. It is obvious that partisanship is rampant and there is strong division within our country. Many are declaring that our government is broken. Like most, I share the profound concern about our nation's direction and welfare. I do, however, find strong comfort in one consistently reliable source: the U.S. Constitution.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after he joined 81 Members of Congress in support of Arizona's new immigration law which is being challenged in federal court by the U.S. Department of Justice.

The Obama administration has again issued a moratorium on deepwater drilling, this time extending the date to November 30, 2010. U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following statement in response

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks today after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4173 – Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement praising the Supreme Court's decision that the Second Amendment applies to state and local governments.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Anne Allen and Matthew Johnson, both natives of Rapides Parish, have joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, and Members of the Gulf Coast congressional delegation held a press conference today to call for an end to the current moratorium on new deepwater drilling. In addition, Alexander joined the entire Louisiana delegation in the House of Representatives in cosponsoring legislation to overturn the president's drilling ban.

Northeast Louisiana has been dealt more than its fair share of economic blows. With the re-submittal of V-Vehicle's federal loan application, I am optimistic that our economic forecast will soon be brighter.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after touring the Gulf Coast and flying over the Deepwater Horizon oil rig.

This year, countless home and business owners have contacted me to voice their concerns regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) remapping process. They have good reason to be concerned given that many businesses and families stand to be negatively impacted when the new maps are implemented.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the workers who lost their lives on the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil platform in the Gulf Coast.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following remarks following President Calderon's address to a joint session of Congress.

The American Conservative Union (ACU) recently designated U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, as an "ACU Conservative" in recognition of his conservative voting record. Today, the ACU held ceremonies on Capitol Hill to present awards to those Members who earned high scores in the 2009 Annual ACU Ratings of Congress.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, urges families to start taking the necessary hurricane precautions today. With less than a month until the beginning of the 2010 Atlantic Hurricane Season on June 1, it is critical that our families, homes and businesses are prepared for the hazards associated with hurricanes and tropical storms.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, along with Members of the Congressional Prayer Caucus and faith organizations, today attended a bipartisan press conference in response to a federal judge's recent ruling that a federal law designating a National Day of Prayer is unconstitutional.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today congratulated Philip V. Williams for his recent acceptance of an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy.

With tax day here once again, there is not a better time to discuss the impact taxation has on our daily lives. Marking a day millions of Americans will their file taxes, April 15 is a startling reminder of just how much hard-earned money is taken out of their paychecks by the government each year.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following statement in response to the announcement that the U.S. Department of Energy will not recommend approval of V-Vehicle Company's federal loan applications.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks on the passage of the Senate-passed H.R. 3590, The Patient Protection and Affordable Health, and H.R. 4872, The Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today delivered the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in opposition to the anticipated vote on the Senate-passed H.R. 3590 and reconciliation package.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today was recognized as an "AbilityOne Champion" by the National Industries for the Blind (NIB).

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, Quitman, today launched the Congressional Levee Caucus as part of his ongoing crusade to bring critical attention to the levee certification issue.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, Quitman, today introduced legislation to combat spending on the part of the federal government.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, Quitman, has launched an aggressive campaign to call crucial attention to the levee certification issue that has local and state officials, as well as residents, in a state of distress.

After watching our nation's 44th president deliver his first State of the Union address, I would describe my reaction as being mixed at best. President Obama was given the ideal opportunity to convey his agenda to the country. While I was pleased the president finally realigned some of his vision to be more in tune with what the American people have voiced – such as finally putting job creation at the top – I was very disappointed our national security did not receive the pressing attention it deserves.

Despite clear opposition from the American public, President Obama today announced his decision to transfer terrorists currently held at Guantanamo Bay to Thompson Correctional Center located in Illinois.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks in response to the introduction of a mass amnesty bill in the U.S. House of Representatives.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after voting against the $447 billion Omnibus Appropriations bill.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following statement after voting against H.R. 4154, legislation that would permanently authorize the collection of a federal Estate Tax.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today urged President Obama once again to aid American workers by recovering the eight million jobs held by illegal immigrants in the United States.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, commended President Obama's announcement to send additional U.S. troops to Afghanistan. However, Alexander remains concerned with the inclusion of a withdrawal timeline.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, encourages the American public to send "Holiday Mail for Heroes" this holiday season.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after voting against the trillion-dollar government takeover, H.R. 3962 the Affordable Health Care for American Act.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today sent a letter to President Obama urging him to closely monitor the current flood conditions in North Louisiana, specifically, the rising levels of the Ouachita River, Lake D'Arbonne and Bayou D'Arbonne.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that local libraries have been provided a copy of the new House health care proposal, H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, to be used as a reference document for residents of the 5th Congressional District.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after the U.S. House of Representatives declared Oct. 24, 2009, as "Louisiana HonorAir Day," in recognition of the 20th chartered flight of World War II veterans and to honor the invaluable service and dedication of the World War II veterans to our nation.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after House leaders unveiled their latest comprehensive health care plan, H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, on Thursday, Oct. 29.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks to congratulate Louisiana Tech University for breaking ground on its technology research park.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following statement after President Obama signed the "hate crimes" legislation into law.

With flu season upon us, there is a new influenza virus that threatens both young and old – the 2009 H1N1 virus, also known as the "swine flu."

District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in November to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement regarding the closure of International Paper's containerboard mill in Pineville.

Literacy is a vital component of advancing education, improving workforce skills and ending the cycle of poverty. This week, I am proud that the importance of adult and family literacy will be celebrated and promoted.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, and members of the Congressional Prayer Caucus applauded the unveiling of our national motto, "In God We Trust," in the Capitol Visitor Center (CVC).

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, yesterday introduced the Hiring Heroes Tax Incentive Act of 2009, which will grant a tax credit on wages paid to any employee who is currently serving in the National Guard or Ready Reserve, or is a recently separated veteran.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today introduced the Cost of Living Adjustment Assistance Act of 2009, which would provide seniors with a Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in light of projections that, if Congress does not act, there will not be an increase for 2010.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today became an original cosponsor of legislation that will terminate all federal funding to the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN).

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today congratulated Vidalia Junior High School for earning the designation as one of our nation's 2009 Blue Ribbon Schools.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement to mark the eighth anniversary of the terror attacks on Sept.11, 2001.

The American Society for Radiation Oncology, ASTRO, applauds the work of Rep. Rodney Alexander for leading efforts on behalf of the nation's cancer patients.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, has been recognized as a "True Blue" member of Congress by the Family Research Council (FRC) for his unwavering dedication and consistent support in defense of the family.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will award $300,000 to the Macon Ridge Community Development Corporation in Ferriday, La.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today introduced legislation stating that the federal government should not levy any additional taxes on firearms or firearm ammunition during the current economic hardship.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today introduced a resolution that urges members of Congress to eliminate taxpayer-funded abortions from any proposed health care reform package.

Sean Dauterive Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program

Lance Traweek Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program

Elizabeth Duncan Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program

Andrew Reuther Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement on the flawed, 1018-page health care legislation, H.R. 3200, the America's Affordable Health Care Choices Act.

The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development recently awarded $210,000 to fund genetic research in the Department of Biology at the University of Louisiana at Monroe.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $1,052,639 to the Vicksburg Tallulah Regional Airport.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) through the Federal Highway Administration will award the following funds to Iberville Parish:

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today became a cosponsor of H.R. 470, the Economic Recovery and Middle-Class Relief Act of 2009, a pro-growth alternative to the stimulus plan that maximizes the capabilities of American businesses, entrepreneurs and investors.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $114,673 to provide reimbursement funding to acquire equipment and land to enhance the safety and capabilities of the Alexandria International Airport.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following statement after the official announcement of the economic development project at the former Guide plant in Ouachita Parish was made – the new auto manufacturer is expected to generate 1,400 direct jobs, as well as 1,800 indirect jobs, producing nearly $20 billion in economic activity during the first 15 years of production.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development will award a Rural Business Enterprise Grant totaling $175,000 to the Town of Delhi.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Robert Warshaw has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for the summer. Warshaw, a native of Alexandria, recently started his internship in Alexander's congressional office.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Jasmyne Pugh has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer. Pugh recently started her month long experience in his congressional office.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Emily Wilkes, of Farmerville, La., has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer. Wilkes recently started her month long experience in his congressional office.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Courtney "CoCo" Zentner is the 5th District winner of the 2009 Congressional High School Arts Competition.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Anne Kathryn Hunter, of Alexandria, La., has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer. Hunter recently started her month long experience in his congressional office.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $150,000 to fund construction of a south parallel taxiway at the Allen Parish Airport.

Provides $110,000 to Remove Runway Obstructions

Hurricane Season Begins Today

Provides Nearly $5 Million for Terminal Construction

Provides $559,000 for Taxiway Construction

Provides $80,000 to Rehabilitate Apron

Provides $300,000 For Aircraft Storage

Provides $1.8 Million for Runway Rehabilitation

Provides $178,778 for Cancer Research

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, delivered testimony today to the Subcommittee on Courts and Competition Policy of the House Judiciary Committee in support of H.R.223, the Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2009.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, recently delivered testimony to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (Labor HHS) in support of family literacy programs after President Obama eliminated funding for the Even Start program in the budget. The testimony was given during the subcommittee's Members Day.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, encourages area residents to act now to prepare for the Digital TV Transition on June 12. Monroe – El Dorado region ranks among the least prepared for the national switch to Digital television.

Provides $451,191 for Repairs to the School of Nursing Building

Provides $46,319 for Hurricane Gustav Damage Repairs

Provides $595,000 to Rehabilitate Runway

Provides $310,227 to Improve Airport Security

Provides $42,715 to Rehabilitate Taxiway

Provides $600,000 to Improve Safety of Runway

Provides $165,000 to Rehabilitate Runway

Provides $310,000 to Improve Airport Security

Alexander nominated McElroy to the U.S. Military Academy

"Greatest Generation" Visits WWII Memorial

Provides $150,000 for Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grant Programs

Provides Nearly $150,000 for Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grant Programs

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today congratulated Stephen M. Gandy for his recent acceptance of an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Lauds the U.S. Navy and Captain Richard Phillips for heroic efforts to thwart the attempted hijacking and protect the lives of American mariners

District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in April to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today commended Kristin A. Cromwell for her recent acceptance to the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Funding Will Assist with Water System Improvements

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will provide $750,000 to the Tensas Parish Police Jury under the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement after voting against the budget passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.

Grants Will Assist with Hurricane Damage

$1.6 Million to Assist with Hurricane Damage

Provides Nearly $1.4 Million for NASA-themed Program

Louisiana Lawmaker Recognized for Support of Key Business Issues

VA Plans to Reopen Enrollment in its Health Care System

District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in April to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.

Provides $10 Million to Replace Terminal

Provides $3.12 Million to Rehabilitate Runway

$2,408,677.57 to Assist with Hurricane Damage

The Administration's recent action weakens the protection of the unborn, and will require taxpayers, regardless of their moral or religious convictions, to aid the destruction of living human embryos.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) will award University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) an intended amount of $498,979.

U.S. Sen. David Vitter today led the rest of the Louisiana Congressional delegation in writing President Obama to urge him to strengthen the Office of the Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding. In the letter to the president, the delegation applauded the recent extension of the office for an additional seven months and requested that the president consider a number of enhancements to the office.

District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in March to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will provide $234,964 to the City of Monroe through the 2009 Recovery Act Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Formula Program awards.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will provide $177,284 to the City of Alexandria through the 2009 Recovery Act Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Formula Program awards.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement regarding Gov. Bobby Jindal's Republican address.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will award $191,593 to the Parish of Rapides Career Solutions Center.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $79,135 to the Union Parish Police Jury.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $41,528 to the Avoyelles Parish Airport Authority.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) will award Louisiana Tech University an intended amount of $400,000.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced the launch of http://republicanwhip.house.gov/jobs, a new web site outlining the House Republican Economic Recovery Plan. The web site details a smart, responsible stimulus plan that will create twice the jobs at half the price of the economic package that Democrats forced through the House despite bipartisan opposition.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander and U.S. Sen. David Vitter announced today that the England Economic and Industrial Development District will receive a U.S. Department of Transportation grant totaling $6 million.

District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in February to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is honored to announce the King and Queen for the 2009 Washington D.C. Mardi Gras Ball.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, looks forward to welcoming the World War II (WWII) Veterans that participate in the Louisiana HonorAir trips to Washington, D.C. this spring.

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced his subcommittee assignments for the House Committee on Appropriations for the 111th Congress. Alexander will serve on the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS), and will retain his seat on the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administrations, and Related Agencies (Agriculture).

U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement regarding the situation in Gaza.