Press Releases
Rep. McGarvey Slams Reports that Elon Musk’s DOGE Is Now In Medicare and Medicaid Systems
WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 5, 2025) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement slamming reports that Elon Musk’s DOGE is now in the Medicare and Medicaid systems: “It should scare us all that Elon Musk and DOGE now have access to the Medicare and Medicaid systems that over 350,000 Louisvillians rely on for health care. What’s next, is Elon Musk going to get access to the Social Security Administration and be in charge of who gets their Social Security … Continue Reading
February 03, 2025
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Statement on Temporary Pause to Trump’s Tariffs
LOUISVILLE, KY (February 3, 2025) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03), Co-Chair of the Congressional Bourbon Caucus, released the following statement following a temporary pause to Trump’s tariffs on Canada and Mexico: “Let’s be clear: this fight is far from over. “There are over 20,000 Kentuckians working in the bourbon industry who will go to bed tonight worrying about their job security if the Trump tariffs go into effect next month. These hardworking men and women's livelihoods … Continue Reading
February 02, 2025
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Slams President Trump’s Harmful Tariffs
LOUISVILLE, KY (February 2, 2025) - Today, following President Donald Trump’s announcement that he will impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada, triggering retaliation from both countries, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement: “President Trump promised to lower prices, but these tariffs will do the opposite, increasing the cost of food, automobiles, and gas for every American family. In Kentucky, we will feel the pain even more acutely. As Canada moves to … Continue Reading
January 23, 2025
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Named to Powerful House Budget Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 23, 2025) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced that he has been named to the House Budget Committee, which is responsible for setting annual federal spending and revenue levels - including overseeing the budget reconciliation process. Former Representative John Yarmuth, who represented Kentucky’s Third Congressional District, chaired the House Budget Committee from 2019 - 2023. “I am honored to join the House Budget Committee, which will allow me to … Continue Reading
January 23, 2025
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Slams DOJ’s Reported Halt to Consent Decrees, Review of Recent Agreements Like Louisville's
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 23, 2025) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) slammed new reports that the Trump Department of Justice is planning to halt police reform agreements and review recent agreements - such as Louisville's consent decree - that were finalized in the last 90 days. Louisville’s consent decree was finalized 42 days ago. “The Trump Administration is clearing the way to strike down Louisville's consent decree, a decision that will make all Louisvillians less safe. Our … Continue Reading
January 21, 2025
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Applauds Release of Ryan Corbett, an American Held Hostage by the Taliban
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 21, 2025) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) applauded reports that in the final hours of his administration, President Biden successfully negotiated the release of Ryan Corbett, an American held hostage by the Taliban in Afghanistan since 2022. Last year, after Corbett’s father - a constituent of Kentucky’s Third Congressional District - contacted Rep. McGarvey’s office, Rep. McGarvey and Rep. Claudia Tenney of New York introduced a bipartisan resolution … Continue Reading
January 13, 2025
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Releases 2024 Impact Report Highlighting Accomplishments in First Term
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 13, 2025) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released his 2024 report to constituents, highlighting important accomplishments during his first term in Congress. “Despite Republican infighting and roadblocking, I worked with leaders on both sides of the aisle throughout 2024 and introduced, passed, and signed into law meaningful legislation that will make a real difference in the lives of Louisvillians — policies that put the needs of working families, … Continue Reading
December 20, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Landmark Bill to Empower VA Innovation
WASHINGTON, DC (December 20, 2024) - Yesterday, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and Congressman Mike Levin (CA-49) introduced the Innovation for VA Technology and Entrepreneurship (INNOVATE) Act to provide the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—particularly Veterans Health Administration (VHA)—with authorities that will empower VA to ensure veterans have quicker access to new and emerging healthcare innovations. As the country’s largest integrated healthcare system with over 1200 … Continue Reading
December 17, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Historic, Bipartisan Ohio River Restoration Legislation
WASHINGTON, DC (December 17, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09), co-chairs of the Ohio River Basin Caucus, introduced the Ohio River Restoration Program Act, the first comprehensive piece of legislation to address the pressing environmental and conservation needs within the 204,000 square miles of the Ohio River Basin. “From waste and erosion to pollution and climate change, the Ohio River is facing serious threats that aren’t going to … Continue Reading
December 16, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Appointed to Key Leadership Position in House Democratic Caucus
WASHINGTON, DC (December 16, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced that he has been named a Chief Deputy Whip—a key position in Democratic Whip Katherine Clark’s (MA-05) Whip team—to champion House Democrats’ agenda in the 119th Congress. As Chief Deputy Whip, Congressman McGarvey will join a group of 10 members that represent the diversity of experience and perspectives that make up the House Democratic Caucus. In this new role, he will support the Democratic Whip … Continue Reading
December 11, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Improve VA’s Emergency Response
WASHINGTON, DC (December 11, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced the Advancing VA’s Emergency Response to (AVERT) Crises Act, a bipartisan, bicameral initiative to improve VA’s response to natural disasters, pandemics, and other emergencies to ensure continuity of VA medical care for veterans. “I’m proud to partner with Senator Tester to ensure that VA is fully equipped to respond to crises and continue serving our nation’s veterans,” said Congressman Morgan … Continue Reading
December 10, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Elected to Co-Chair Largest Future Forum in History
WASHINGTON, DC (December 10, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced that he has been elected to serve as a Co-Chair for Communications of the Future Forum Caucus for the 119th Congress. “I’m honored to have been elected co-Chair of the Future Forum for the 119th Congress,” said Congressman Morgan McGarvey. “Too often, young people in America are undervalued and overlooked—we have to do better. By investing in the next generation of leaders and making sure their voices … Continue Reading
December 05, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Elected to Key Progressive Leadership Role
WASHINGTON, DC (December 5, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced that he has been elected a Vice Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) for the 119th Congress. “Right now, we need bold, progressive leadership to push back against an increasingly extreme Republican majority and put power back where it belongs—with the people,” said Rep. McGarvey. “As the sole Democrat representing Kentucky in Washington, I carry the voice of working-class communities from … Continue Reading
November 21, 2024
Congressman McGarvey Introduces Bill to Continue Investing in Mining Communities
WASHINGTON, DC (November 21, 2024) — Today, Congressman McGarvey introduced a bill to extend the highly successful Clean Energy Demonstration Program on Current and Former Mine Land (CEML) program. The CEML program is already transforming communities across coal country, including in Eastern Kentucky, and it's critical that Congress continue to invest in programs to help the states that powered the 20th century grow and thrive in the 21st century. “Kentucky and beyond will benefit in … Continue Reading
October 29, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Returns Over $5 Million to Louisvillians
LOUISVILLE, KY (October 29, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced that his team has closed nearly 2,500 constituent cases since taking office last year, saving Louisvillians over $5 million in benefits, backpay, and owed federal dollars. “Whether it’s making sure veterans receive their earned benefits or clearing up an issue with a passport renewal, Team McGarvey is here to help,” said Rep. McGarvey. “My constituent service team works hard to quickly and compassionately … Continue Reading
October 16, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Help Expedite Veterans Appeals Claims through Stronger Workforce
WASHINGTON, DC (October 16, 2024) - Recently, Congressman Morgan McGarvey alongside Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL- 12) introduced H.R.9046, the Board of Veterans’ Appeals Attorney Retention and Backlog Reduction Act, which would allow the Board of Veterans’ Appeals (BVA) to increase the salary of its top attorneys to better recruit and retain experts in veterans law. “Veterans in Louisville and across the US deserve a speedy and efficient VA - especially when appealing a denied claim,” said … Continue Reading
September 27, 2024
Rep. McGarvey Introduces Bill to Better Support Children in Policymaking
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 27, 2024) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced the Child Safety and Well-Being Act, which would establish a long-overdue and much-needed independent children’s commission to advise Congress, agencies, and states on how best to support children. The legislation was co-led by his colleagues Reps. Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Chair of the Babies Caucus; Jimmy Gomez (CA-34), Chair of the Dad Caucus; Sara Jacobs (CA-51); and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), Chair of … Continue Reading
September 26, 2024
Rep. McGarvey Introduces Bill to Invest in Entrepreneurship, Reduce Recidivism
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 26, 2024) - This week, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (D-KY-03) and Congressman Tim Burchett (R-TN-02) introduced H.R. 9841, the Prison to Proprietorship for the Formerly Incarcerated Act, bipartisan legislation that would provide in-depth entrepreneurship training to formerly- incarcerated individuals looking to start a business or enter the workforce. “Nearly all incarcerated people will complete their sentence and return to their community—we have to make sure … Continue Reading
September 25, 2024
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Voting to Avoid Yet Another Republican-Led Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 25, 2024) - Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement following his vote in favor of a continuing resolution (CR) that will fund the government until December 20, 2024, averting a government shutdown: “Today, I joined House Democrats to once again prevent MAGA extremists from senselessly causing chaos and shutting down the government—a move that will ultimately cost the government money. I am glad we were able to pass a short-term … Continue Reading
September 25, 2024
Two McGarvey Bills to Support Veterans’ Education Passed by House of Representatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 25, 2024) - Today, the House of Representatives voted to pass H.R. 7323, the Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserves (MGIB-SR) Tuition Fairness Act, a bipartisan bill led by Reps. Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) and Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) to increase access to educational opportunities for veterans by requiring public higher education institutions to charge in-state tuition rates for veterans using MGIB-SR. Included in this bill is the Veterans Flight Training … Continue Reading