U.S. Rep. Jake Laturner (R-KS)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Jake Laturner (R-KS)
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Rep. LaTurner votes for FY25 national security and defense appropriations
U.S. Representative Jake LaTurner (KS-02) has voted in favor of three key appropriations acts for Fiscal Year 2025, focusing on state, foreign operations, homeland security, and defense. The bills are part of the annual appropriations process reviewed by the House Appropriations Committee and subsequently voted on by Congress.
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Rep. LaTurner advances key appropriations bills for national security
U.S. Representative Jake LaTurner (KS-02) voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2025 State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act (FY25 SFOPS), which passed out of the House Appropriations Committee by a vote of 31-26, and the Fiscal Year 2025 Homeland Security Appropriations Act (FY25 HS), which passed out of the committee by a vote of 33-26.
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LaTurner questions CISA on Microsoft's cybersecurity practices
Congressman Jake LaTurner (KS-02) has issued a letter to the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Jen Easterly, seeking further details about Microsoft's cybersecurity practices. Microsoft is currently the leading IT security and software provider for the federal government.
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Rep. LaTurner Introduces Legislation to Help Rural Hospitals Continue Serving Kansas Communities
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jake LaTurner (KS-02) introduced the Rural Emergency Hospital Adjustment Act in the House of Representatives. The legislation aims to support rural hospitals in Kansas by allowing previously closed hospitals to re-open and apply for the Rural Emergency Hospital designation, provided they meet all eligibility requirements. Senator Jerry Moran has introduced companion legislation in the United States Senate.In a statement, Rep. LaTurner emphasized the importance of expanding access to healthcare in rural communities, stating, "Expanding...
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Rep. LaTurner: Kansans deserve better than to be gaslit by their Commander-in-Chief
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jake LaTurner (KS-02) has criticized President Biden's State of the Union Address, stating that the President's leadership has led to a decline in the country. LaTurner expressed his concerns, saying, "Joe Biden's presidency has resulted in three years of American decline. Open borders, high prices, and violent crime are wreaking havoc on families and communities across our state."Furthermore, LaTurner accused President Biden of being dishonest in his address, claiming that instead of being transparent with the American people, Biden...
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LaTurner Delivers Funding for Kansas Law Enforcement and First Responders
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jake LaTurner (KS-02) has successfully secured over $2.6 million in federal funding for Kansas law enforcement and first responders as part of the FY2024 Appropriations Package that passed the House today."A surge of violent crime and deadly fentanyl have wreaked havoc on cities and communities across Kansas," stated Rep. LaTurner. "As a member of the Appropriations Committee, I promised law enforcement officers and first responders that I would fight to bring federal dollars back home to Kansas. I am proud that this package cuts federal...
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Rep. LaTurner Slams Biden for Blatant Political Stunt at the Border
Rep. Jake LaTurner from Kansas strongly criticized President Biden's upcoming visit to Brownsville, Texas, calling it a political maneuver that deceives the American people. LaTurner expressed his frustration, stating, "Joe Biden's photo op at the border is a slap in the face to every American and community being forced to pay the price for this administration's refusal to enforce our immigration laws."The congressman highlighted the significant impact of President Biden's immigration policies, emphasizing that the President has the power to end the influx of illegal...
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LaTurner Leads Legislation to Set Uniform Standards for Pet Food Labels
Reps. Jake LaTurner, Henry Cuellar, and Steve Womack introduced the Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform Act of 2024 (PURR Act) in the House of Representatives. The act aims to set uniform standards for dog and cat pet food labels across the country. LaTurner expressed, "I am proud to introduce the bipartisan PURR Act to eliminate red tape and allow pet food makers to deliver the best nutritional outcomes for our dogs and cats."Womack highlighted the need for regulatory clarity in the pet food industry, stating, "The PURR Act's regulatory clarity will help meet the needs of...
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LaTurner on Mayorkas Impeachment: It's past time for new leadership at DHS
Congressman Jake LaTurner voiced his support for the impeachment of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing violations of immigration and border security laws. LaTurner emphasized the need for accountability in Washington, stating, "Secretary Mayorkas signed his own pink slip when he refused to enforce federal immigration laws and failed in his Constitutional duty to protect our homeland from the worsening invasion at our southern border."LaTurner expressed his belief that new leadership is necessary at the Department of Homeland Security,...
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LaTurner Calls on Gov Kelly, Kansas Legislature to Prevent CCP from Expanding its Foothold in Kansas
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jake LaTurner of Kansas has written a letter to Governor Kelly, Senate President Masterson, and House Speaker Hawkins, urging them to take action in order to prevent the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its proxies from expanding their presence in Kansas. This call comes after LaTurner urged the Biden administration to investigate Cnano Technology USA, Inc., a Chinese-backed manufacturing company with plans to open a facility in Johnson County, Kansas.In the letter, LaTurner expresses his concerns about the CCP's relentless efforts to...
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Rep. LaTurner Urges Biden Administration to Investigate CCP-Backed Company Coming to Kansas
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jake LaTurner from Kansas has called on the Biden administration to launch an investigation into Cnano Technology USA, Inc., a Chinese-backed manufacturing company that plans to establish a facility in Johnson County, Kansas. Expressing concerns about national and economic security, Rep. LaTurner emphasized the potential threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party's infiltration of American supply chains and access to critical military operations.According to Rep. LaTurner, "The Chinese Communist Party will stop at nothing to infiltrate...