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Congressional deal could speed up Chickamauga Lock
In The News |Both chambers of Congress have reached an agreement on the Inland Waterways Trust Fund that could speed up completion of the Chickamauga Lock project by six years… Rep. Scott DesJarlais said in a prepared statement that it’s important to "fund and maintain critical infrastructure like the Chickamauga Lock."
Funding Reform Bill For Chickamauga Lock Passes In House Of Representatives
In The News |The House of Representatives passed the Water Resources Reform and Development Act (WRRDA), which is expected to help get the Chickamauga Lock project back on track, on Tuesday… Congressman Scott DesJarlais voted in favor of the act.
Congressman DesJarlais Votes in Favor of the Water Resources Reform & Development Act of 2014
Press Release |Congressman Scott DesJarlais, M.D. (TN-04) today voted in favor of H.R. 3080: The Water Resources Reform & Development Act of 2014 (WRRDA). This legislation will provide important financial resources for repairs to the Chickamauga Lock by prioritizing water infrastructure spending and reforming the Inland Waterways Trust Fund. WRRDA passed the House 412-4.
DesJarlias: Committee will look at CIA presence in Libya during Benghazi attack
In The News |Strawberries, touring local manufacturers and book giveaways have dominated U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais’, R-Jasper, time in the area as he made his third trip in four days to Rhea County on Tuesday.
Reading is Fundamental: Federal program provides free books for DCS
In The News |A federal program designed to spur reading resulted in Dayton City School students getting eight free books of their choice, a backpack and a summer reading journal at an event this week at the school… U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais was present for the book giveaway on Tuesday and lauded the program.
Oksana Ferenchuk art to hang in U S Capitol
In The News |Oksana Ferenchuk of Cleveland High School and Savannah Stone of Walker Valley High School were recently celebrated as top 10 finalists in the 2014 Congressional Art Competition for Tennessee’s Fourth District.
Congressman DesJarlais Hosts Congressional Art Competition Reception at MTSU
In The News |Congressman Scott DesJarlais, M.D. (TN-04) today announced that he will be hosting a reception to recognize the students participating in this year’s Congressional Art Competition for Tennessee’s Fourth Congressional District.
Gowdy brings prosecutor's zeal to Benghazi probe
In The News |Colleagues of the House Republican who will head an expansive committee into Benghazi say he has a reputation as an attack-dog questioner and a prosecutor's talent for getting to the bottom of complex matters… Rep.
Congressman DesJarlais’ Office Meets with Run Now Relay Team in Washington, DC
Press Release |WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, April 16, 2014, the Run Now Relay team met with the office of Congressman Scott DesJarlais, M.D. (TN-04) while traveling through Washington, D.C. on their way to Boston, Massachusetts.
House votes to roll back Obamacare provision
In The News |The House voted last week to change the definition of “full time work” in the Affordable Care Act, the latest bid by Republicans to alter the landmark health care law…Rep. Scott DesJarlais, R-Tenn., voted for the bill.