Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) is hosting a free workshop on federal and defense contracting next week in Fort Wayne. The workshop will help Hoosier small businesses navigate the contracting system. Presenters will include the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Indiana Procurement Technical Assistance Center. What: First Steps to Government and Defense Contracting and Compliance Workshop Date: Thursday, January 25 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET Location: Ivy Tech Community College Student...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement after voting for H. Res. 676, a resolution expressing support for Iran’s citizens and condemning the Iranian government’s use of violence on protesters: “It’s important for freedom-loving countries around the world to stand with the Iranian people in their pursuit of reform and protection of basic human rights. Today’s vote sends a clear message to the Iranian regime that America...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, today introduced H. Res. 675 condemning the government of Iran for its violence against demonstrators and calling for a peaceful resolution to the concerns of the citizens of Iran. “At this critical time, it is vital to lend our support to the Iranian people and their pursuit of freedom. The United States is committed to promoting universal human rights, especially freedom of speech and freedom of assembly,” said Bank...
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December 15, 2017 Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, joined a bipartisan group of 20 House members to urge Senate appropriators to fund wing production for A-10C "Warthogs" in a letter sent today. The 122nd Fighter Wing located in Indiana’s Third District flies A-10s out of the Fort Wayne Air National Guard Base. The fiscal year 2018 (FY18) National Defense Authorization Act, recently signed in to law by President Trump, fully-authorized the Air Force'...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) today released the following statement after voting for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Conference Report: “Today is a good day for the future of the American dream. By passing this legislation, Congress has delivered on its promise to deliver sweeping tax reform to the American people for the first time since 1986. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will provide middle-class tax relief while promoting investment, job creation and sustained economic growth. It will lead to bigger ...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, today made the following statement after the signing of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2018 by President Trump: “The federal government’s duty, above all else, is to protect American citizens,” said Banks. “With the signing of the FY18 NDAA today, President Trump and Congress have followed through on a core duty. I thank my fellow members of the House Armed Services Committee for their h...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) introduced H. Res. 648 last night to designate August 3, 2018 as “National Ernie Pyle Day” in honor of native Hoosier and Pulitzer Prize-winning World War II correspondent Ernie Pyle. “Ernie Pyle is one of the most beloved and respected war correspondents in our nation’s history,” said Banks. “His reporting consistently showed the courage and sacrifices of our nation’s service members during World War II. There is no better way to celebrate the legacy of this distin...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) today spoke on the House floor to honor Joe George, a sailor who showed exceptional bravery during the attack on Pearl Harbor and saved six men trapped on the USS Arizona. Click here or on the image below to view Congressman Banks’ speech. Text of the speech follows: “Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise today to honor Joe George, a sailor who showed exceptional bravery during the attack on Pearl Harbor. Joe defied direct orders from his superior officer and saved the liv...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) today released the following statement after voting for the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act: “Protecting the constitutionally-guaranteed Second Amendment rights of Hoosiers is one of my top legislative priorities. While I would have preferred that the legislation voted on today – which contains two separate issues – be debated separately, the reciprocity reforms in this bill are too important not to support. This bill will give law-abiding citizens the ability to pr...
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Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, today made the following statement regarding President Trump formally recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel: “Today’s announcement by President Trump re-affirms the special relationship between the United States and Israel. For thousands of years, Jerusalem has been the center of Jewish heritage and life. Recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital sends a strong message to the world that America stands with ou...
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