Press Releases
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on the Ceasefire Agreement to Release Hostages and Provide Humanitarian Relief
LOUISVILLE, KY (November 22, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement: “The freeing of 50 hostages, a temporary ceasefire, and the increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza is a welcome and desperately needed development. I’m grateful that President Biden managed to navigate the complexities of the crisis and negotiate an agreement that will save lives. "Whether we will look back on this as a momentary pause or a significant step toward stopping the … Continue Reading
November 16, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on the Ongoing Violence in Gaza
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 16, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement on the ongoing violence in Gaza: “The images coming out of Gaza are horrifying. Thousands of Palestinians have been killed and so many more have fled their homes. I have seen Palestinians crying in agony while holding blood-stained toddlers, I have watched families digging through rubble searching for loved-ones, I have heard the doctors who refuse to leave patients as their … Continue Reading
November 15, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 15, 2023) - This week, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced a bipartisan resolution supporting the designation of the week of November 13th, 2023 as “National Apprenticeship Week.” “Building the workforce of tomorrow begins with our investments today,” said Rep. Morgan McGarvey. “Registered apprenticeship programs are critical to ensuring our country provides the high-quality, high-paying jobs that hard working people deserve, with the training and … Continue Reading
November 14, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Voting to Avoid Another Republican-Led Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 14, 2023) - Congressman Morgan McGarvey released the following statement after voting in favor of a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through January 19th and February 2nd at current spending levels. The continuing resolution avoids a catastrophic shutdown and allows Congress to continue negotiating a funding agreement for fiscal year 2024. “For the second time this year, I voted to avoid a catastrophic government shutdown,” said Rep. … Continue Reading
November 09, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Introduces Bill to Protect Veterans Against Scams and Fraud
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 09, 2023) - Today, as Americans prepare to honor our military veterans on Veterans Day, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) introduced the Veteran and Servicemember Consumer Protection Act. This bill gives the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) new authorities to crack down on fraud and scams targeting veterans and servicemembers. “Veterans who have served our country and those who serve today have earned the right to enjoy every single dollar of their earned … Continue Reading
November 03, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Highlights Casework Wins During His First Year in Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 03, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released updated casework statistics, highlighting his work to directly serve and help Louisvillians during his first year of Congress. $3,706,831 has been returned to constituents $440,913,346 has been awarded to organizations in district through federal grants 31,943 response letters have been sent to constituents 917 constituent cases have been closed ### Congressman Morgan McGarvey … Continue Reading
October 26, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces Nearly $500,000 in Environmental Justice Funding for Louisville’s Parks Alliance
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 26, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced the Parks Alliance will receive nearly $500,000 in funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Environmental Justice Collaborative Problem-Solving Cooperative Agreement Program. “Thanks to Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act, we will have the resources necessary to bolster our climate change resiliency,” said Rep. McGarvey. “These funds will help the Parks Alliance address decades … Continue Reading
October 25, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Mike Johnson Becoming Speaker of the House
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 25, 2023) - Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after Republicans elected Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives: “We finally have a Speaker so we can get back to work. It is frustrating and embarrassing it took House Republicans more than three weeks and four speaker votes to overcome their own civil war and install Rep. Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House” said Rep. McGarvey. “And for what? To reach any … Continue Reading
October 20, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on the Never-Ending House Republican Chaos
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 20, 2023) - Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after Republicans failed three times to elect Rep. Jim Jordan as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives: “With almost three weeks of chaos, infighting and uncertainty, House Republicans have sent Congress home after failing to elect a Speaker of the House again,” said Rep. McGarvey. “Make no mistake — I’m glad Jim Jordan was not elected Speaker. He worked with Trump to … Continue Reading
October 18, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Chaos Within House Republican Conference
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 17, 2023) - Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after Republicans once again failed to elect a Speaker of the House: “Today, House Republicans nominated Jim Jordan, the founder of the extreme House Freedom Caucus, to unite the GOP as Speaker of the House,” said Rep. McGarvey. “Their effort failed, with Jim Jordan receiving even fewer votes than Kevin McCarthy ever did. It’s ridiculous that at a time when our international allies … Continue Reading
October 13, 2023
Congressman McGarvey's Statement on the Ongoing Violence in Israel
WASHINGTON, DC (October 13, 2023) — Today, Congressman McGarvey released the following statement regarding the ongoing violence in Israel: “I continue to be horrified by the terrorist attacks perpetrated by Hamas on October 7th, and I condemn them in no uncertain terms. Israel has a right to exist and to defend itself, and as the Biden administration and my colleagues in Congress work to understand Israel’s needs, I pledge my support for humanitarian and military aid to Israel and her … Continue Reading
October 07, 2023
Rep. McGarvey Statement on Hamas Terrorist Attacks
LOUISVILLE, KY (October 7, 2023) - Following reports of terrorist attacks in Israel, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement: "I’m saddened by the terrorist attacks in Israel and unequivocally condemn the violence committed by Hamas. There is never a justification for terrorism. Israel has a right to defend itself. The United States stands with our ally & my thoughts are with the victims and their families." ### Congressman Morgan McGarvey represents … Continue Reading
October 06, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Voting to Remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House
WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 3, 2023) - Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement ahead of voting on a motion to vacate the chair, a procedural vote that removes Rep. Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives: “Time and time again, Kevin McCarthy has shown his ambition to be Speaker has completely compromised his ability to govern effectively or with integrity,” said Rep. McGarvey. “McCarthy created this problem by empowering the extremists in … Continue Reading
October 06, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on Voting to Avoid a Republican Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 30, 2023) - Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement after voting for a 45-day continuing resolution to keep the government open at current spending levels. The continuing resolution avoids a catastrophic, Republican-caused shutdown and allows Congress to continue negotiating a funding agreement for fiscal year 2024. “I came to Washington to stand up and fight for our community while working to get things done,” said Rep. McGarvey. … Continue Reading
October 06, 2023
Transcript of Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s Remarks on the Potential House Republican Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 29, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives ahead of the potential House Republican government shutdown. Below are Rep. McGarvey’s remarks: I rise today because I’m frustrated. I came here to work — to work across the aisle and get things done. Right-wing extremists are preventing us from doing our most important job: passing a budget. It is catastrophic for our country, our community, and our … Continue Reading
September 28, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces $1 Million Grant to Address Youth Violence in Louisville
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 28, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced YouthBuild Louisville has received a $1 million grant from the Department of Justice (DOJ) to enhance schools’ capacity to address youth violence. The grant will allow YouthBuild Louisville to expand its services to Smoketown youth by developing a school safety plan with Meyzeek Middle School, training Smoketown residents in de-escalation and positive youth development, and recruiting community members … Continue Reading
September 18, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Passes First Bill in the US House of Representatives
WASHINGTON, DC (September 18, 2023) -Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed Congressman Morgan McGarvey’s (KY-03) legislation to protect the education benefits of veterans. H.R. 3981, the Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act, strengthens the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) oversight capacity to prevent fraud and protect veterans from exploitative educational institutions. The bill now awaits passage in the U.S. Senate. The Isakson-Roe Education Oversight … Continue Reading
September 11, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Announces Mobile Office Hours Across Louisville and Jefferson County
LOUISVILLE, KY (September 11, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) announced upcoming mobile office hours at locations across Louisville and Jefferson County. At each location, Rep. McGarvey’s team will be available to assist anyone who has questions regarding Social Security benefits, Medicare, immigration, veterans benefits, passports, IRS, and other federal programs. “In an ongoing effort to help Louisvillians get connected to a wide range of resources available to … Continue Reading
August 24, 2023
Congressman Morgan McGarvey Asks U.S. Department Of Education to Provide Resources to Address Bus Driver Shortages
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 22, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) sent a letter asking the U.S. Department of Education to provide any available grants, funding, or other resources to address bus driver shortages following the bus delays that impacted JCPS earlier this month. “Every parent deserves to send their kids to school with peace of mind that they’re being taken care of and will come home safely,” said Rep. McGarvey. “The extreme bus delays at the start of this school … Continue Reading
August 24, 2023
Rep. Morgan McGarvey’s Statement on JCPS Bus Delays
LOUISVILLE, KY (August 10, 2023) - Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) released the following statement on JCPS bus delays: “Yesterday, like many JCPS parents, I sent my son on a bus for his first day at a new school, and he didn’t get home until after dinner,” said Rep. McGarvey. “Some kids weren’t picked up at all or didn’t get home until nearly ten o’clock at night. This morning, parents and families woke up scrambling again — it’s frustrating, scary, and unacceptable. Every … Continue Reading