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May 16, 2018
Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) applauded this week’s House passage of four bipartisan Judiciary Committee bills designed to honor the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers and ensure they have the tools needed to do their job and keep the public safe. “Every day, police officers across the United States confront danger to keep us safe. From rural farmlands to bustling cities, law enforcement officers protect their fellow citizens from harm, keep the peace, and carry out justice.
May 16, 2018
Washington, D.C. - Today, the Senate voted on a measure that would use the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to roll back the Federal Communication Commission’s Restoring Internet Freedom Order. The measure passed by a vote of 52-47. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) has issued the following statement in response to the Senate vote: Chairman Goodlatte: “The Senate’s vote on the so-called net neutrality CRA represents a major setback for consumers and innovators.
May 16, 2018
Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) today delivered the following statement on the House floor in support of the Protect and Serve Act (H.R. 5698). This bill provides a significant deterrent for those seeking to attack police officers. Chairman Goodlatte: On October 15, 1991, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial was dedicated to honor federal, state and local law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the safety and protection of our nation and its people.
May 16, 2018
Washington, D.C. – Last evening, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) appeared on The Ingraham Angle to discuss his bill, the Securing America’s Future Act (H.R. 4760), and efforts to bring the so-called “queen of the hill” resolution to the House floor, allowing for House consideration of four immigration bills.
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May 15, 2018
Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) today gave the following statement on the House floor in support of the Justice Served Act of 2018 (H.R.4854). This legislation provides funding for grants to ensure that state and local law enforcement has the capacity to prosecute sexual assault crimes. Chairman Goodlatte: Mr.
May 15, 2018
Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) today gave the following statement on the House floor in support of H.Res. 285, a resolution to empower the creation of police and community alliances. Chairman Goodlatte: Mr. Speaker, I yield myself as much time as I may consume. I am pleased the House is considering this resolution today, which highlights the critical need to strengthen relationships between police departments and the communities they serve.
May 15, 2018
Washington, D.C. – House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) today gave the following statement on the House floor in support of the Lieutenant Osvaldo Albarati Correctional Officer Self-Protection Act of 2017 (H.R. 613). This bill allows correctional officers to store firearms in lockers on prison grounds in order to protect themselves to and from work. Chairman Goodlatte: Thank you, Mr.
May 15, 2018
Washington, D.C. – The House Judiciary Committee has announced its schedule for the week of May 14-18, 2018. THURSDAY, MAY 1711:00 a.m.Full Committee MarkupH.R.
May 11, 2018
Washington, D.C. -- This week House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-VA) and Ranking Member Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) wrote a letter to James Duff, Director of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts, concerning efforts to better protect employees in the Judiciary from inappropriate workplace conduct.
May 9, 2018
Washington, D.C. - The House of Representatives today passed the Standard Merger and Acquisition Reviews Through Equal Rules (SMARTER) Act (H.R. 5645), a product of the House Judiciary Committee. The SMARTER Act, sponsored by Representative Karen Handel (R-Ga.), increases transparency for companies seeking approval for mergers from the FTC and DOJ. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.) has issued the following statement: Chairman Goodlatte: “Every merger impacts American businesses, workers, and consumers.