U.S. Rep. Bill Posey (FL-8)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Bill Posey (FL-8)
-
Posey Votes to Block Foreign Aid Bill that Borrows Another $100 Billion
In a recent vote, Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) took a stand by voting to block advancing a plan that sought to borrow an additional $100 billion for foreign aid while neglecting action to secure the southern border. The foreign aid bill allocated $60 billion to Ukraine, including funding for a Ukrainian border patrol, but offered no provisions for safeguarding the U.S. border."Our nation is facing an unprecedented border security crisis and a crippling national debt putting undue strain on our cities and jeopardizing the safety and security of Americans,"...
-
Posey Works to Secure Space Coast as Home to Space Delta 10
The U.S. Air Force has approved Florida’s Space Coast as its location for Space Delta 10. Congressman Bill Posey has been working with Florida Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio, along with the Florida Delegation, to bring this unit to Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.“Florida’s booming Space Coast is the world's premiere spaceport and the perfect location for the Space Delta 10 unit,” said Congressman Posey. “We are honored to be selected as the location for this important military unit.”The Space Delta 10 Unit is part of the Space...
-
Posey: Biden Budget Doubles Down on Policies That Are Hurting Americans
Congressman Bill Posey has criticized President Biden's federal budget plan, stating that it would have detrimental effects on the American economy. The budget, as outlined by the House Majority Budget Committee, is projected to significantly increase the national debt from $34 trillion to nearly $53 trillion in just 10 years, representing a 55 percent increase. Posey expressed his concerns, saying, "There’s NO plan to reduce spending or balance the budget," and emphasized that "Congress must reject this plan."The budget proposal includes substantial spending measures,...
-
Posey: No Accountability for FISA Abuse
Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) took a firm stance against the reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) citing concerns over the continued abuse of the system by federal agencies. Posey's dissenting vote was driven by the revelation that the FBI had improperly targeted U.S. citizens without a warrant in a staggering 278,000 instances, as disclosed in an unsealed Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC) filing."While the bill made some reforms, there are still serious concerns with the federal government’s conduct of intelligence...
-
Posey Reacts to the State of the Union Address
Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has responded to President Biden's State of the Union Address with strong criticism. In a statement, Posey expressed his views on the address, stating, “Tonight, President Biden came to the House chamber and delivered a divisive campaign speech filled with spin and insults. It’s clear that President Biden experiences a different reality than most Americans struggling with inflation, high prices, high crime and an out of control border crisis, all of his own making.”The Congressman's remarks reflect a sentiment of dissatisfaction with...
-
Posey Supports Passage of the Laken Riley Act
In a recent development, Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has thrown his weight behind the passing of the Laken Riley Act, a legislative move aimed at addressing issues related to criminal illegal aliens and enhancing states' enforcement of immigration laws. The bill, officially known as H.R. 7511, garnered bipartisan support in the House with a vote of 251-170.Expressing his concerns, Congressman Posey emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "The continued border chaos created by the Biden Administration’s policies has proven deadly to innocent Americans...
-
Posey's Statement on the Latest Omnibus Spending Bill
Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has expressed his opposition to the latest omnibus spending bill, citing concerns about the increasing national debt and the need for responsible budgeting.Posey stated, “In January, the national debt passed $34 trillion. Just two months later, another half trillion dollars was added to the debt. This bill adds even more debt. It’s past time for Washington to get serious about responsible budgeting and the long-term impact that trillion-dollar deficits will have on our financial stability and economic opportunities for the next...
-
Congressman Posey Votes to Impeach Secretary Mayorkas
In a move that highlights the ongoing concern over the state of the U.S. southern border, Congressman Posey has voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Congressman Posey, who was an original cosponsor of the impeachment legislation, cited Secretary Mayorkas' dereliction of duty as the primary reason for his decision."Under the Biden Administration and Secretary Mayorkas' tenure, over 7 million illegal immigrants have crossed the border, as well as an untold number of individuals who have evaded CBP detection," Congressman Posey stated. He further...
-
Posey: The safety and security of our nation is NOT up for negotiation
In a passionate address on the House floor, Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) spoke about the pressing issue of the border crisis and reiterated his unwavering commitment to the safety and security of the nation. He also expressed his support for H.R. 6976, the Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act, which aims to ensure the deportation of illegal immigrants who have been convicted or committed the offense of driving while drunk or impaired.During his speech, Congressman Posey emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law and protecting American citizens from...
-
Posey Releases Statement Regarding CR Vote
Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has spoken out about his vote against the latest continuing resolution. In a statement, Posey expressed his concerns about the growing national debt and the lack of border security.Posey highlighted the alarming increase in the national debt, stating, "The national debt has now crossed $34 trillion, with over $2 trillion in debt added in just the last seven months." He emphasized the burden this places on the American people, explaining, "As it stands, every American owes $101,000 as their share of the debt. That's $264,000 per filed...
-
Posey Supports Legislation to Repeal Biden Rule to Gut Made in America
The House of Representatives has passed legislation introduced by Senator Marco Rubio, with the support of Congressman Bill Posey, to overturn a Biden Administration regulation. This regulation waives the Made in America requirements for building electric vehicle chargers, as included in the 2021 infrastructure bill.Congressman Posey expressed his disappointment in the Biden Administration's decision to abandon the Made in America provisions. He stated, "One of the major points the Biden Administration used to sell their $550 billion infrastructure bill was that its Made...
-
Congressman Posey Releases Statement Regarding Impeachment Inquiry
Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has released a statement explaining his decision to support the opening of an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. In his statement, Congressman Posey highlighted the need for a thorough investigation into allegations of bribery and influence peddling by President Biden and members of his family.According to Congressman Posey, three House committees have conducted extensive investigations into these allegations. The evidence uncovered during these investigations has revealed a complex network of payments from foreign actors in...
-
Posey Supports Legislation to Protect Automobile Choice
In a bid to protect consumer choice in purchasing future gasoline-powered automobiles, Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has thrown his support behind the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act, or CARS Act. The legislation, which recently passed in the House with bipartisan support, aims to prohibit the Biden Administration from implementing its aggressive emission standards for light and medium-duty vehicles. These standards would require over two-thirds of all new vehicles to be electric by 2032.According to Congressman Posey, the CARS Act is essential in preserving...
-
Posey Introduces Legislation to Require Transparency in Research Grants
Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has introduced the Grant Recipient Accountability for Necessary Transparency Act (GRANT Act) aimed at increasing transparency in taxpayer-funded research grants. The proposed legislation seeks to address the lack of clear requirements for recipients to disclose foreign involvement in research projects after receiving federal grants.According to Congressman Posey, it is not uncommon for foreign researchers, particularly from countries like China, to join taxpayer-funded research projects after the grants have been awarded. This raises...
-
Posey Votes to Ban Housing Illegal Immigrants at National Parks
Congressman Bill Posey (R-Rockledge) has shown his support for House-passed legislation aimed at preventing the Biden Administration from utilizing certain federal lands to house illegal immigrants. The legislation, known as the Protecting our Communities from Failure to Secure the Border Act (H.R.5283), specifically prohibits the use of land under the administrative jurisdiction of the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, or the Forest Service to provide housing to illegal immigrants.In a statement,...
-
Congressman Posey Honors Veterans on Veterans Day
Congressman Bill Posey issued a statement on the occasion of Veterans Day, expressing gratitude and appreciation for the sacrifices made by the men and women who have served in the United States military.In his statement, Congressman Posey emphasized the significance of Veterans Day as a day of reflection on the dedication and bravery displayed by service members and their families in protecting and defending the nation's liberty. He stated, "On Veterans Day, we reflect on the service and great personal sacrifices made by our brave men and women in uniform, and their...
-
Members of Congress Call for Strategy to Combat Chinese Co-opting of International Standards Bodies
Members of Congress, led by Congressman Bill Posey, have called for a strategy to combat the growing influence of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in international standard bodies. In a letter to high-level administration officials, Congressman Posey and his colleagues emphasized the need to address this threat in order to protect American interests and maintain leadership in developing technical standards.The letter highlights the CCP's efforts to gain control of the international standards community by increasing participation, proposing new standards, and securing...
-
Congressman Posey Introduces Bill to Stop Funding Adversaries' Research
Washington, September 26, 2023 - Today, Congressman Bill Posey (FL-08) and Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22) introduced the Stop Funding Our Adversaries’ Research Act, a bill aimed at protecting American innovation by denying federal research funds to countries of concern, including China.Speaking about the bill, Congressman Posey stated, "The current system to protect American innovation has several loopholes that allow adversarial countries like China to participate in taxpayer-funded research initiatives and take the findings which may later be used against the...