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WASHINGTON, DC - On Thursday, May 16, Congressman Horsford introduced legislation to fix a provision in the harmful Republican tax law, which raised the tax rate for scholarship and fellowship recipients up to 37 percent.
Any attempt by this administration to defund or sabotage the Affordable Care Act is simply wrong, and I am determined to fight against it every step of the way. First and foremost, it protects individuals with pre-existing conditions, ensuring that they have access to the healthcare they need. Additionally, our plan aims to strengthen the health exchanges, which serve as vital online marketplaces for purchasing insurance. This is particularly crucial in rural Nevada counties where there may be limited provider options.
The people of Nevada have made it clear that they do not want the Yucca Mountain project, and even the President himself acknowledged this during a visit to our state in October 2018. However, despite the wishes of Nevadans, the President's budget proposal includes an allocation of $160 million to restart the licensing process for the Yucca Mountain project. This goes against the will of the people and disregards the potential risks and concerns associated with storing nuclear waste in our state.
Steven Horsford demands answers about the President’s proposal to spend $116 million restarting licensing for the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Repository. Congressman Horsford questioned Acting Office of Management Director Russell Vought about the request given the President’s claim in October that he was “inclined to be against” the Yucca Mountain project.
As the representative of Nevada's fourth congressional district, I proudly support the Natural Resources Management Act. This important bill permanently reauthorizes the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which has provided $40 million for local parks in Nevada and an additional $60 million for our public lands. In Nevada, outdoor recreation is a vital part of our economy, supporting thousands of jobs and contributing billions of dollars in wages and consumer spending.
As one of the 535 people at the US Capitol, I understand the importance of signing off on the spending deal to prevent another government shutdown. While the legislation may not be perfect, it fulfills the critical task of funding our government through the rest of the fiscal year. I spent my day in Washington discussing a bill I am co-sponsoring to support federal workers who endured the 35-day shutdown without pay. The bill aims to provide reimbursement for fees, fines, and interest incurred by these workers, who were not at fault for the shutdown.