115th Congress

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. As we have witnessed over the last several years, the internet progresses most when it remains free from overregulation.

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. The Memorial features two curving, 304-foot-long blue-gray marble walls.

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.

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. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R.4854, the Justice Served Act of 2018, introduced by the gentleman from Texas, Judge Carter. All of us in this body are familiar with Debbie Smith and the tragedy of her attack and the triumph of the law that bears her name.

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. This resolution – sponsored by the gentleman from the great Commonwealth of Virginia, Mr.

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. Speaker.  I yield myself such time as I may consume. In 2004, Congress passed and President Bush signed into law the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA).