Press Releases

KANSAS CITY, Mo.– Today, U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) released the following statement on the third anniversary of the fall of Kabul and the tragic killing of 13 U.S. service members during the Biden-Harris administration’s withdrawal from Afghanistan. “Three years ago today, America lost 13 heroic service members in a terrorist bombing at the Kabul Airport, including Marine… Read more »

RAYMORE, Mo. – Today, U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) announced details for the 2024 Fourth Congressional District Town Hall Tour.   “The Town Hall Tour is one of the best ways to hear from people directly about their concerns and to help answer their questions. We are working around the clock for our constituents to address their needs and to ensure that Missouri’s Fourth… Read more »

Recently, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) led nine of his House Republican colleagues in a letter urging the U.S. Department of Defense to overturn a radical policy that prohibits military parents from accessing their teenager’s health information — including involvement in critical health related decisions for their children.   “Political appointees running the [Defense Health… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Regulatory Agenda Clarity Act. The legislation will support American families and business owners by requiring federal agencies to fully disclose how their regulations would impact small businesses and entrepreneurs.   “Entrepreneurship and small businesses are the lifeblood of America. But, for too long,… Read more »

Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) released a statement following reports of a shooting at President Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania:  “The heinous act we saw committed today at a rally for President Trump is nothing short of despicable. Political violence has no place here in the United States, the greatest country on Earth. We appreciate the quick action of the Secret… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) released a statement following an announcement from the Committee on Foreign Investments in the United States (CFIUS) to expand scrutiny and to include real estate transactions adjacent to Whiteman Air Force Base (AFB) on a list of protected land from foreign investment and ownership: “America’s foreign adversaries should… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) issued a statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold Presidential Immunity: “Today, the United States Supreme Court upheld a vital principle: Presidential Immunity. The Supreme Court’s decision is a resounding victory against the radical left’s relentless efforts to undermine our… Read more »

Washington, DC – Congressman Alford is thrilled to announce that Kansas City has been selected as one of six locations for a new U.S. passport agency, a significant achievement made possible through our hard work on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This development will improve access to vital services for our constituents.   Key Points: Improved… Read more »

Washington, DC – Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) has spearheaded a letter as a Co-chair of the Congressional Real Estate Caucus to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), urging a critical review and revision of its current policies regarding the use of VA loans for veterans employing buyer brokers during real estate transactions.   The letter highlights… Read more »

Washington, DC – Earlier today, Congressman Alford and his colleagues on the House Agriculture Committee passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 out of committee by a vote of 33-21. This year’s Farm Bill not only ensures proper safety nets for our farmers, ranchers, and producers, but also gives them the tools they need to prosper.   Within the… Read more »