U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale (MT)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale (MT)
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Rep. Rosendale Urges the Senate to Remove Secretary Mayorkas Immediately
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) is urging the Senate to take immediate action to remove Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas. Rosendale's call comes after the House of Representatives transmitted their impeachment inquiry against Mayorkas to the Senate.In a statement, Rep. Rosendale accused Secretary Mayorkas of grave misconduct, stating, "Secretary Mayorkas has deliberately violated his oath of office by aiding the invasion of millions of illegal aliens across our borders and allowing the transport of tons of...
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Rep. Rosendale Questions New VA Gender Policies
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), during a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs hearing, questioned Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Denis McDonough about new gender policies at the VA and how biological males are allowed in facilities made for female veterans."Single-sex spaces within the VA, those ensuring bodily privacy, such as bathrooms, exam rooms, and medical exam areas, can now be accessed by males who self-identify as women," said Rep. Rosendale. "We have just made an incredible investment in the VA facilities across...
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Rep. Rosendale Congratulates Colonel Steve Lavin on His Retirement
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) honored the retirement of Highway Patrol Colonel Steve Lavin after over 30 years of service to Montana. In a heartfelt speech on the House floor, Rosendale expressed his admiration for Colonel Lavin, stating, "I rise today to recognize and congratulate Colonel Steve Lavin on his recent retirement from law enforcement with the Montana Highway Patrol after 32 years."Colonel Lavin, a native of Helena, dedicated his career to serving the people of Montana, beginning with his education at Montana State University and...
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Rep. Rosendale Votes Against FISA Reauthorization to Protect Americans’ Privacy
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) took a strong stance against H.R. 7888, The Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act, by voting against the reauthorization of The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Rep. Rosendale made it clear that his decision was motivated by a desire to protect Americans' privacy and uphold their constitutional rights.In a statement following the vote, Rep. Rosendale expressed his deep concerns about the implications of the legislation. "What we witnessed today was a complete violation of the trust of the...
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Rep. Rosendale Recognizes VA Secretary McDonough For Assistance In Improving Montana VA Healthcare System
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), during a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs hearing, recognized Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough for his assistance in making sure Treasure State veterans receive quality health care at Fort Harrison Medical Center.During the hearing, Rep. Rosendale expressed his gratitude towards Secretary McDonough, stating, "Thank you very much for your help in Montana." He also highlighted the progress being made in improving healthcare for veterans in Montana, mentioning the...
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Rep. Rosendale Votes Against FISA Rule That Would Allow for Warrantless Spying on American Citizens
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) stood firm in his decision to vote against the Rule for H.R. 7888 that would permit the continuation of warrantless surveillance of American citizens. In a statement, Rep. Rosendale emphasized his stance, saying, "I will not vote to support warrantless surveillance of American citizens." He further criticized the current FISA legislation, highlighting that it allows the government to collect and analyze information about Americans without warrants, which he considers a violation of Constitutional protections....
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Rep. Rosendale Examines the Impacts of Cartels Targeting Indian Country During House Natural Resources Subcommittee Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) delved into the impact of cartels on Indian Country in Montana during a House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Oversight & Investigations hearing. The hearing featured Montana’s own Jeffrey Stiffarm, President of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, and Bryce Kirk, Tribal Executive Board Member of the Fort Peck Tribes, as witnesses.According to Rosendale, "The impact of international cartels on my home state, particularly on the tribes in my district, is immeasurable." He further expressed concern...
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Chairman Rosendale Delivers Opening Remarks on Failed VA Supply Chain Modernization Project
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, delivered the following remarks upon opening the hearing titled, “VA Supply Chain Modernization: Ready for Prime Time?”"The VA refused to share basic information about this effort until a little more than 24 hours ago, giving us no choice but to hold this hearing," said Rep. Rosendale. "There is waste and dysfunction in every step of the process, and it is frustrating to the health care providers who expect to get the...
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Rep. Rosendale Sends Letter to IRS Demanding Greater HSA Accessibility
Rep. Matt Rosendale of Montana's 2nd District has taken a proactive step towards promoting better health outcomes for Americans. In a letter addressed to IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel, Rep. Rosendale urged for smarter utilization of Health Saving Accounts (HSA) to incentivize improved health for the public.An HSA allows individuals to set aside money on a pre-tax basis for qualified medical expenses, including preventative measures to enhance health before illness strikes. However, Rep. Rosendale highlighted a specific concern regarding the limitations imposed by the IRS...
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Rep. Rosendale Celebrates Montana and Ag Week on The House Floor
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) honored hard-working farmers and ranchers throughout America on the House Floor in celebration of Montana and National Ag week.In his address, Congressman Rosendale emphasized the importance of agriculture, stating, "Food security is national security and across the treasure state and the country farmers work tirelessly to keep food supply safe and plentiful, so we don't have to rely on foreign nations to sustain our population. Agriculture isn't just an industry in Montana- it's our way of life."Highlighting...
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Rep. Rosendale Criticizes Broken Process in U.S. Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) joined the House Freedom Caucus press conference today to voice his opposition to the Johnson-Schumer-Biden Omnibus. During the press conference, Rep. Rosendale highlighted his concerns about the legislative process in Congress."The process is something that we fought extremely hard for in January to restore regular order in the U.S. Congress because everyone recognizes that this place is broke, and that this system is broken. And the reason that it is broken is because process has been ignored and thrown out the...
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Rep. Rosendale Votes Against Swamp-Omnibus
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement expressing his dissent against H. Res. 1102, the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024.In his remarks, Rep. Rosendale criticized the passing of the $1.2 trillion spending bill, stating, "I'm just now leaving the Capitol after witnessing Republicans join with the Democrats in true uniparty fashion and pass yet another $1.2 trillion spending bill."Highlighting his concerns about the bill's allocation of funds, Rep. Rosendale emphasized, "This bill funds the weaponization of...
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Rep. Rosendale Opposes the D.C. Cartel Minibus Pt.2
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement expressing his opposition to the upcoming thousand-page minibus spending package. The package, which is expected to add another trillion dollars to the national debt, has raised concerns for Rep. Rosendale.In his statement, Rep. Rosendale highlighted the rushed nature of the process, stating, "They released a $1.2 trillion minibus at 2:32 AM this morning, giving us somewhere in the neighborhood of about 48 hours to review it before they're going to bring it up for a vote." He expressed his...
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Rep. Rosendale Leads Letter to VA Objecting to IVF Expansion
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) led a coalition of lawmakers in sending a letter to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Denis McDonough expressing objections to the VA's plans to expand in vitro fertilization (IVF) services. The letter questions the taxpayer subsidy of IVF, the uncertainty surrounding additional embryos, and the potential violation of existing laws by the VA in implementing this expansion.In the letter, Rep. Rosendale raised concerns about the ethical implications of the IVF expansion, stating, "An IVF embryo is...
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Rep. Rosendale Slams Biden Administration Harmful EV Mandate
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) strongly criticized the Biden administration's new electric vehicle mandate set for 2030. In a statement, Rep. Rosendale expressed his concerns, stating, "This recent announcement by the Biden administration is overreaching, unnecessary, and will be excessively costly to all those who wish to buy a reliable vehicle in the future."Rep. Rosendale further criticized President Biden's motives, alleging, "Biden’s move is rooted in a ploy to funnel billions of dollars to his radical Green New Deal friends in forms of...
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Rep. Rosendale Critiques Biden’s Failed Energy Policies in House Natural Resources Subcommittee Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) attended the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources hearing titled: “Assessing Domestic Offshore Energy Reserves & Ensuring U.S. Energy Dominance.”During the hearing, Rep. Rosendale criticized President Biden's energy policies and the approach of the radical left towards traditional fuel sources. He highlighted the reliance of the nation's power grids on baseload energy sources and emphasized the importance of offshore production for a strong American future.Rosendale expressed...
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Rep. Rosendale Releases Statement Against Upcoming Reckless Spending Package and Urges Colleagues to Do the Same
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) voiced his opposition to the upcoming Minibus spending package in a firm statement, aligning himself with the House Freedom Caucus to urge his fellow House members to reject the measure.Rep. Rosendale conveyed his strong stance by stating, "As expected, the D.C. Cartel is once again attempting to force another Minibus spending package that does nothing to rein in wasteful spending and secure our border, which is why I will strongly oppose it." He emphasized that the package fails to address critical issues such...
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Rep. Rosendale Celebrates National Ag Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a statement in celebration of National Ag Day.“Today and every day, we recognize farmers and ranchers across the Treasure State who work tirelessly to feed and fuel our country,” said Rep. Rosendale. “It is an honor to represent and fight for thousands of Montana agricultural producers here in Washington, D.C. Happy National Ag Day!”
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Rep. Rosendale Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has officially launched the 2024 Congressional Art Competition, as reported today. The competition, organized by the Congressional Institute, aims to celebrate and support the artistic talents of high school students across the nation and in each congressional district.According to the announcement, the Artistic Discovery competition, which has been running since 1982, has seen an impressive participation of over 650,000 high school students over the years. Winners of the competition will have the privilege of...
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Rep. Rosendale Expresses Sadness Over Pyramid Mountain Lumber Closure
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) expressed deep sadness following the announcement of Pyramid Mountain Lumber, Inc. in Seeley Lake, Montana, planning to shut down after 75 years of operation."I am truly saddened to hear the news that Pyramid Mountain Lumber plans to close its facility in Seely Lake," said Rep. Rosendale. "I have visited there and witnessed the family environment and dedication to the community the Johnsons and their employees convey. It is a huge loss for our state and the Seeley Lake community and an indictment on the poor...