Press Releases

WASHINGTON− Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5682 to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline.

Rep. Fleischmann alongside Sec. of Energy Ernest Moniz, Sen. Lamar Alexander, Rep. Bill Foster and Rep. Dan Lipinski

WASHINGTON− Congressman Chuck Fleischmann released the following statement regarding the Ebola virus in the United States.

“Ebola is a serious crisis and calls for a serious response, which is why the House appropriated more money for the CDC than requested. I urge the President to keep all options on the table, including a travel ban. My heart goes out to the Americans and all people who have been impacted by Ebola, and I will implore the administration to use every tool possible to combat this virus and keep Americans safe."

WASHINGTON− Rep. Chuck Fleischmann received the National Association of Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Legislative Excellence Award for his exceptional voting record on issues that are critical to manufacturing in the United Sates.

“Manufacturers in Tennessee and throughout the United States are making a comeback, creating jobs, making more products and making them better than ever before,” said NAM Senior Vice President of Policy and Government Relations Aric Newhouse.

WASHINGTON− After learning the news of United States Attorney General Eric Holder’s resignation, Congressman Fleischmann made the following statement.

“During his nearly six year tenure, Eric Holder vastly overstepped his bounds as Attorney General. From ‘Fast and Furious’ to his handling of the IRS targeting scandal, Holder abused the power of his office. It is my sincere hope that Holder’s successor will have a greater commitment to the rule of law.”

WASHINGTON- Today, the House of Representatives passed a critical Continuing Resolution which will keep the government open until the end of the fiscal year and maintain funding for significant government operations.

WASHINGTON− This afternoon, the House passed the American Super Computing Leadership Act, which supports much of the vital work done at Oak Ridge National Lab. Prior to its passage, Congressman Fleischmann spoke on behalf of the Act.

Click here to watch Congressman Fleischmann’s speech.

WASHINGTON− This morning, Tennessee’s entire Republican House and Senate delegation co-signed a letter written by Chuck Fleischmann to President Obama demanding answers about the administration’s handling of the release of 760 unaccompanied alien children to sponsors in Tennessee. The letter was written in support of Governor Bill Haslam’s request for the President’s immediate attention to this pressing issue. Congressman Fleischmann released the following statement in response to the letter.