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With the support of Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge), the U.S. House of Representatives today passed legislation to keep the federal government open until December 15, 2013 and avoid a shutdown. The new House-passed legislation also includes a one-year delay for the health care law. The House also passed and sent to the U.S. Senate a separate bill to guarantee troop pay should there… Read more »

Today Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) introduced the Health Care Regulator Accountability Act (H.R. 3170), legislation aimed at making Obamacare more accountable by requiring federal employees responsible for administering the law to enroll in an Obamacare health plan. The bill applies to employees of any federal agency whose duties include writing health care regulations,… Read more »

Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed a short-term resolution to continue funding the federal government through December 15, 2013. The resolution also defunds Obamacare, guarantees payment of Social Security benefits and servicing the national debt should the government reach its debt limit. “The Continuing Resolution not only fully defunds Obamacare, but it also keeps the… Read more »

Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) released the following statement in observance of September 11th: “Today we remember all of the innocent victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, their families and our brave men and women in uniform for their service and sacrifices in defense of our nation.” Read more »

Congressman Posey released the following statement on the President's call to launch military strikes on Syria: “I am opposed to military intervention in Syria and have made this clear to the Administration, Congressional leaders, and the public. “Earlier this summer, I voted for amendments that would prohibit military involvement in Syria without a declaration of war by Congress.… Read more »

On Friday, August 16th, Congressman Bill Posey will present Frank Trent of Indialantic with the Purple Heart Medal for injuries he received during his service in Korea. The ceremony will take place at 10:30 AM in the Brevard County Government Complex. “Mr. Trent is being recognized after all of these years for his courage and his service to our nation during the Korean War,” said… Read more »

Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) issued the following statement regarding the President's attempt to exempt Congress from Obamacare: “Obamacare was passed by Democrats led by then-Speaker Pelosi, and opposed by ALL Republican members of the House,” said Congressman Posey. “Republicans want all members and staff to be covered by Obamacare, because we believe the entire law would… Read more »

On Wednesday, August 7th, Congressman Bill Posey will tour the Alzheimer/Parkinson Association of Indian River County and review some recently completed research. The Alzheimer/Parkinson Association of Indian River County serves community residents with disorders affecting their memory and movement, educates caregivers and the public, and provides a much needed support system for those… Read more »

With the support of Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge), the House of Representatives passed legislation to make high cost federal regulations subject to Congressional approval. The Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act or REINS Act provides a check on the authority of federal regulators to create rules and regulations found to have a major cost (costing $100 million or… Read more »

Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) issued the following statement in regard to the 44th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing: “This weekend marked the 44th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing, a historic achievement for the United States and for all humankind. Our nation has greatly benefited from that accomplishment with advancements in science, math and technology that… Read more »