Washington, DC – Earlier today, as first reported by Agri-Pulse, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) proudly led the introduction of the Fair Labels Act of 2024. This bipartisan and bicameral bill marks a significant step towards greater transparency in food labeling. This legislation is designed to ensure consumers have accurate information about plant-based and… Read more »
Washington, DC – Earlier today, as first reported by The Missouri Times, Congressman Alford (MO-04) has established a Military Advisory Committee, organizing the expertise of experienced military advocates to influence the shaping of the annual National Defense Authorization Act. The committee consists of national defense and security professionals from Missouri's… Read more »
Washington, DC – Yesterday, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives commemorating a significant moment in sports history: the 54th anniversary of the Kansas City Chiefs' first Super Bowl victory. This resolution pays tribute to the historic achievement of the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl IV, held on January 11,… Read more »
Washington, DC – Earlier today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced a resolution to commemorate the 202nd anniversary of the creation of the Missouri State Seal. On January 11, 1822, the Missouri General Assembly adopted an act that established a symbol of the state of Missouri, for the people of Missouri.
To honor this anniversary, Congressman… Read more »
Washington, DC – Last night, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) joined his republican colleagues on the House Armed Services Committee in sending a letter demanding answers on Secretary Austin’s disappearance.
Specifically, the letter says:
“With conflicts around the world, it is preposterous that you and others in the Department allowed this to occur. This level of… Read more »
Washington, DC – Yesterday, Congressmen Mark Alford (MO-04) and Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) hosted a fentanyl forum in Columbia, Missouri. Several members of the community joined the Representatives on the University of Missouri’s campus. The following experts were in attendance:
Amber Coleman and Anthony Mingo (Washington County Ambulance Service);
Jennifer Maddow… Read more »
Washington, DC – Earlier today, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 24 (FY24). As a member of the Armed Services Committee and the NDAA Conference Committee, Congressman Alford has spent the entirety of 2023 working on this piece of legislation. The following are initiatives included in the NDAA that we led or co-led by… Read more »
Washington, DC – Yesterday, Congressman Alford introduced a resolution honoring the 83rd anniversary of the groundbreaking of Fort Leonard Wood in Pulaski County, Missouri. The base’s rich history is marked from its early beginnings, where it played a crucial role during World War II – serving as a training facility for over 300,000… Read more »
Washington, DC – Yesterday, Chairman Roger Williams (R-TX) and Congressman Mark Alford (R-MO) led several of their Small Business Committee colleagues in a visit to the Small Business Administration (SBA) and met with Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman.
Congressman Alford issued the following statement about their visit:
“After months of cancelled meetings and… Read more »
Washington, DC – Earlier today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) introduced the Holding Agencies Accountable Act. This bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in federal rulemaking. Often, both Congress and the public, including businesses affected by these rules, do not know when rules have been officially submitted by federal agencies. This lack of information can lead… Read more »
