Press Releases
Congressman Morgan McGarvey and Congresswoman Barbara Lee Lead Colleagues in Letter Urging Federal Agency Collaboration to Support Children and Families
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 14, 2024) - During National Children’s Week, Congressman McGarvey (KY-03) and Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-12) led 25 of their colleagues in a letter to the Biden Administration to support a “Cross-Agency Priority” (CAP) to coordinate policies, data, and other collaborative action across federal agencies to address child well-being. “Our country’s future depends on the dignity of our youngest,” said Rep. McGarvey. “We must do everything in our power to ensure that … Continue Reading
June 06, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Joins Bipartisan Congressional Delegation to Normandy, France for 80th Anniversary of D-Day
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 6, 2024) - Congressman McGarvey (KY-03) joined a bipartisan Congressional Delegation trip traveling to Normandy, France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion. The delegation will participate in observances of the anniversary along with World War II veterans and their families, active duty service members, government and military officials, and foreign dignitaries. “I’m so honored to join this bipartisan delegation to visit Normandy and pay my … Continue Reading
June 05, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Combat Republican Attacks on the Wellbeing of Appalachian Communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 5, 2024) - Today, Congressman McGarvey (KY-03) and House Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Raúl M. Grijalva (AZ-07) introduced H.R. 8614. This bill would authorize the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study how surface coal mining affects human health in Central Appalachia. The study will examine how proximity to coal mining operations increases health risks in surrounding communities. “Appalachian communities have powered America … Continue Reading
May 30, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Former President Trump Found Guilty On All 34 Felony Charges
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 30, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after former President Donald Trump was found guilty all on 34 felony charges for the hush money trial: “A New York jury has spoken; Donald Trump is the first former president to be convicted of a felony (34 to be exact). In America, no one is above the law. Donald Trump, the convicted felon, is the presumptive Republican nominee for president and he is unfit to serve in any public … Continue Reading
May 23, 2024
Transcript of Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Remarks Celebrating Mike Linnig’s 100 Year Anniversary
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 23, 2024) - Today, Congressman McGarvey (KY-03) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor 100 years of Mike Linnig’s restaurant. A transcript of Congressman McGarvey’s remarks is below, and a clip of the speech can be found here: “I rise today to recognize 100 years of the legendary Mike Linnig’s restaurant in Louisville, Kentucky. Mike Linnig’s is a cultural institution. New York City has Katz’s Deli. New Orleans has Cafe Du Monde. Louisville has … Continue Reading
May 20, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Celebrates Closing More Than 1,600 Constituent Cases
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 20, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced his team has closed more than 1,600 constituent cases since taking office last year. Additionally, Congressman McGarvey recently secured $12 million in federal funding for local community projects in Louisville and Jefferson County. “Since coming to Congress, we hit the ground running; I’m excited to share that our office has closed over 1,600 constituent cases and returned over $4 million to hardworking … Continue Reading
May 16, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces Congresswoman Erin Houchin as Ohio River Basin Caucus Co-Chair
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 16, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (D- KY-03) announced that Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN-09) has joined the Ohio River Basin Caucus as Republican co-chair. “Congresswoman Houchin is going to be an incredible advocate and partner as co-chair of the Ohio River caucus. The Ohio is the largest body of water in the entire country that receives zero dollars in federal funding — and that needs to change. The Ohio River literally unites our two districts, and … Continue Reading
May 09, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition Winners
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 09, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced that Atherton High School Senior Mattie Diehl was selected as the overall winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for her piece, “Happy Jack”. Mercy Academy Senior Hadley Klusman’s piece, “Growing Hands,” was selected as the community choice winner. “I’m so excited to recognize two incredible pieces of artwork that perfectly represent just how creative and talented Louisville students are,” said Rep. … Continue Reading
May 07, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Office Accepting Applications for Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program
LOUISVILLE, KY (May 07, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced his office is participating in the U.S. House of Representatives Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program to provide employment opportunities to veterans, Gold Star Families, and active-duty spouses. Congressman McGarvey’s office is currently accepting applications for a Green & Gold Congressional Aide — more information can be found on Congressman McGarvey’s website. “One of the things I’m most proud … Continue Reading
April 29, 2024
Two McGarvey Small Business Bills Unanimously Pass U.S. House of Representatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 29, 2024) - Tonight, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) kicked off National Small Business Week as two of his bills unanimously passed the U.S. House of Representatives. H.R. 7985, the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Reporting Act, would require the Small Business Administration (SBA) to submit a report to Congress on challenges faced by entrepreneurs with disabilities. And H.R. 7103, the Agency Accountability Act, would hold federal agencies that fail to meet their … Continue Reading
April 25, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Slams Republican Majority Decision to Cut Off Federal Funding for Nonprofits
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 25, 2024) — Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement on the Republican Majority’s changes to the Appropriations and Community Project Funding Process: “I’m devastated that House Republicans have unexpectedly changed the rules for this year’s Community Project Funding requests-effectively rendering all nonprofits ineligible for federal funding through this process,” said Rep. McGarvey. “Nonprofits in Louisville do amazing work for our … Continue Reading
April 23, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Leads Bipartisan Letter to VA Asking for their Implementation Plan for MDMA-assisted Therapy for Veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 23, 2024) - Today, Representatives Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and Morgan Luttrell (TX-08) led a bipartisan letter to the Department of Veterans Affairs requesting an explanation of their plan to provide in-house MDMA-assisted therapy to veterans if the treatment is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA may approve MDMA for clinical use in psychedelic-assisted therapy for the treatment of post-traumatic stress as early as summer 2024. The letter … Continue Reading
April 20, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Voting for Foreign Aid Package
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 20, 2024) - Congressman McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after voting for a $95 billion foreign aid package: “I am relieved that today, the House finally voted to send desperately needed support to our Ukrainian allies under siege from Putin's forces. That being said, this is the most difficult vote I’ve ever taken. I understand that no foreign aid package is perfect. Obviously these are not the bills I would have written, and some of the decisions we … Continue Reading
April 18, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Help Veterans Access Benefits Unattained Due to Lost Records
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 18, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced a bill to give veterans alternative pathways to access their earned veterans benefits when their records are lost by the U.S. government. The legislation, H.R. 8048 the Fred Hamilton Veterans’ Lost Records Act, codifies the Department of Veterans Affairs’ ability to determine the eligibility for veteran benefits based on alternative sources of evidence when the military service or medical treatment … Continue Reading
April 16, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Support Entrepreneurs with Disabilities
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 16, 2024) - Today, Congressman McGarvey (KY-03) and Congressman Marc Molinaro (NY-19) introduced H.R. 7985, the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Reporting Act of 2024. This bipartisan legislation would require the Small Business Administration (SBA) to submit a report to Congress on challenges faced by entrepreneurs with disabilities. The report will include an assessment of these entrepreneurs’ challenges and needs, detail what resources SBA currently provides to … Continue Reading
April 12, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Convenes Congressional Progressive Caucus Special Order Hour on Pressing Need for Gun Violence Prevention
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 12, 2024) - On Thursday, April 11th, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) led his Congressional Progressive Caucus colleagues in a Special Order Hour on the pressing need to pass gun violence prevention legislation in the wake of the anniversary of the Old National Bank mass shooting. Reps. Tlaib (D-MI), DeSaulnier (D-CA), and Neguse (D-CO) also joined to call on House Republicans to bring gun safety legislation to a vote. You can find a video of the full special order … Continue Reading
April 10, 2024
Transcript of Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Remarks in Remembrance of the Old National Bank Shooting
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 10, 2024) - Today, Congressman McGarvey (KY-03) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor Jim Tutt, Tommy Elliott, Deana Eckert, Juliana Farmer, and Josh Barrick, who were killed in the mass shooting at Old National Bank, and Chea’von Moore, who was killed in a shooting outside Jefferson Community and Technical College. A transcript of Congressman McGarvey’s remarks is below, and a clip of the speech can be found here: “One year ago today in … Continue Reading
April 01, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Launches Youth Advisory Council
LOUISVILLE, KY (April 01, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced the launch of his Youth Advisory Council, a nonpartisan initiative that will provide students with the opportunity to advise Congressman McGarvey on the policy issues that matter most to them and have their voices better represented in Washington, D.C. “One of the things I love doing as a member of Congress is meeting with students. Some of the best questions and best ideas come from speaking with young … Continue Reading
March 22, 2024
Transcript of Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Floor Speech Honoring Simmons College Lady Falcons
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 22, 2024) —Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the Simmons College Women’s Basketball team on their Division Two National Championship win. A transcript of Congressman McGarvey’s remarks is below, and a video of the remarks can be found here: “I rise today to congratulate Louisville’s own Simmons College Lady Falcons on their first-ever Division Two Women’s College Basketball National … Continue Reading
March 12, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 12, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced the launch of the Congressional Art Competition for high school aged students in Kentucky’s Third Congressional District. “It’s no surprise to anyone that Louisville high schoolers are incredibly talented,” said Rep McGarvey. “Every year, the Congressional Art Competition is a great opportunity to showcase this talent and highlight the many gifted young artists in our city. I’m excited to announce the … Continue Reading