Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued the following statement after House Republicans passed a clean continuing resolution to fund the federal government through November 20, 2025. Watch Congressman Alford’s remarks on the House floor here or by clicking the image above. “I hate funding the government through continuing resolutions, but this one is necessary to keep the government open and... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford issued the following statement celebrating the Appropriations Committee completing its consideration of all twelve individual appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026 and highlighting the critical federal investments into the Fourth District he secured during the appropriations process. “In a historic achievement, House Republicans have advanced all twelve individua... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) was joined by his fellow Co-Chairs of the Congressional Real Estate Caucus—Reps. Lou Correa (CA-46), Tracey Mann (KS-01), and Brittany Pettersen (CO-07)—in introducing the bipartisan Saving the American Dream Act. This critical legislation will create an interagency task force to initiate a whole-of-government approach to solving the housing affordability cri... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) published an opinion piece in the Washington Examiner in response to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Congressman Alford is calling for national healing and unity through faith following this tragedy, while making clear political violence has no place in America. Read the full op-ed here or below: “With a single bullet, a sniper silenc... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued the following statement after the tragic assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk: “Leslie and I are horrified by the assassination of Charlie Kirk,” said Congressman Alford. “We are praying for his family, especially his wife and young children. “We strongly condemn political violence in all forms. It has no place in the United States. Our ... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY 2026 NDAA). “We were proud to stand with our troops by supporting this year’s NDAA,” said Congressman Alford. “This vital legislation provides... Read More »
Congressman Mark Alford (R-MO) joined House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA), as well as Reps. Henry Cuellar (D-TX), and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) today introduced the Growing Opportunities in Agriculture (GO Ag) Act to improve agriculture education opportunities in our schools. The GO Ag Act would create a $5 million grant program to help high schools cover the startup costs a... Read More »
Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Alford (R-MO), Angie Craig (D-MN), Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI), and Mark Messmer (R-IN) reintroduced the Biomanufacturing and Jobs Act to strengthen the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) BioPreferred Program. This bipartisan legislation will increase market access for bio-based products and help ensure that the United States remains the world’s leader in bi... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced a reorganization plan that includes making Kansas City, Missouri a new staffing and services hub for the agency. “We applaud Agriculture Secretary Rollins bold reorganization plan, which will bring the USDA closer to the farmers and ranchers it serves,” said Congressman A... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) announced the schedule for his August 2025 Town Hall Tour. All events listed below are open to the Fourth District residents and the media. “We made a commitment to be the most accessible Member of Congress,” said Congressman Alford. “With more than 100 public events and counting, we’re keeping our word. August 25-29, we will embark on one big, beautiful town... Read More »
Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) led a letter to the Secretary of the Department of Commerce, Howard Lutnick. The letter urges the Commerce Department to continue pursuing policies that will cement the United States as the world capital of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Specifically, the Members of Congress are advocating for Secretary Lutnick to pursue a well-balanced strategy that limits foreign a... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4016, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2026. H.R. 4016 funds the Department of Defense with $831.5 Billion to invest in American military superiority, shape a more efficient and effective Department of Defense, protect from threats at America’s borde... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) was joined by Congressmen Tony Gonzales (TX-23) and Don Davis (NC-01) in introducing a House Resolution to congratulate the Airmen of the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings for successfully completing Operation Midnight Hammer. “Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, Operation Midnight Hammer was executed with unparalleled coordination, precision, and com... Read More »
Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued the following statement after House Republicans passed H.R. 1, the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act. The legislation now goes to President Trump to be signed into law. Watch Congressman Alford’s remarks on the House floor here or by clicking the image above. “In a watershed moment for the American people, Republicans’ One Big, Beautiful Bill is headed to Pr... Read More »
Today, Congressmen Mark Alford (MO-04) and Tony Gonzales (TX-23) introduced the Iranian Campaign Medal Act. This legislation authorizes the Secretary of Defense to establish and award a United States military decoration to service members who served in direct support of Operation Midnight Hammer. “As the Congressman representing Whiteman Air Force Base, I’m proud to co-lead this bill recognizing o... Read More »
