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Ann Wagner joins House Intelligence Committee amid global security concerns

Congresswoman Ann Wagner has been appointed to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson.

By West STL News | Jan 16, 2025

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Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act converts temporary judicial seats into permanent positions

Congresswoman Ann Wagner from Missouri has expressed approval for the Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act, which has recently been signed into law.

By West STL News | Jan 9, 2025

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Ann Wagner reappointed as chair of financial services subcommittee on capital markets

By West STL News | Jan 9, 2025

Congresswoman Ann Wagner has been reappointed as Chair of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets.

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Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act reintroduced in Congress

By West STL News | Jan 3, 2025

Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) has announced the reintroduction of the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which is included in the 119th Congress Rules Package.

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Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act passes with Wagner's support

By West STL News | Dec 16, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner has expressed her support following the House's approval of the Federal Judiciary Stabilization Act.

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Wagner supports defense bill prioritizing troop welfare and border security

By West STL News | Dec 12, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner has expressed her support for the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) following a recent vote.

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Bipartisan bill targets violence directed by foreign powers

By West STL News | Nov 22, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner, Vice Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has introduced a new piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding U.S. citizens from violence orchestrated by foreign entities.

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Missouri Republicans demand answers on release of Venezuelan gang members

By West STL News | Nov 20, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner and several Missouri Republican colleagues have raised concerns to President Joe Biden regarding reports of illegal immigrant gang members from Venezuela being released into communities.

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Qatar agrees to expel Hamas amid U.S. diplomatic efforts

By West STL News | Nov 10, 2024

Qatar has announced its decision to expel Hamas operatives from its territory, following diplomatic efforts led by Congresswoman Ann Wagner.

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Ways & Means Committee discusses future tax policy in St. Louis

By West STL News | Oct 16, 2024

Representative Ann Wagner of Missouri joined Chairman Jason Smith and Representative Darin LaHood for a roundtable discussion in St. Louis, focusing on the potential impact of a proposed $7 trillion tax hike by the Biden-Harris Administration. The event, held at Centene, aimed to gather insights from local business leaders and workers.

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Legislation introduced to enhance US-Middle East security cooperation

By West STL News | Oct 9, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner, serving as Vice Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at enhancing security and military readiness between the United States and Abraham Accords nations. The Learning Integrated National Knowledge (LINK) Act seeks to connect senior commanders through an exchange program to improve integration and alignment.

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Abraham Accords Caucus introduces bipartisan resolution promoting peace through education

By West STL News | Sep 24, 2024

On September 24, 2024, the Co-Chairs of the Abraham Accords Caucus introduced a bipartisan resolution to promote peace and tolerance through education in the Middle East. Representatives Ann Wagner (R-MO), Brad Schneider (D-IL), David Trone (D-MD), and Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) are behind this initiative, which encourages the U.S. Department of State and civil society organizations to support educational reforms aimed at reducing antisemitic content and hate speech.

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Lawmakers urge action on delayed St.Louis-area veteran hospital expansion

By West STL News | Sep 17, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO), Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-IL), Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO), and Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-MO) have jointly sent a letter to Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough. The letter urges the advancement of the Department of Veterans Affairs St. Louis bed tower replacement and clinical expansion project.

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House caucus commemorates four years since signing of Abraham Accords

By West STL News | Sep 15, 2024

Today marks the four-year anniversary of the Abraham Accords Declaration, signed by the United States, Israel, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates on September 15, 2020. The agreement, which later included Morocco, was established to maintain and strengthen peace in the Middle East and globally.

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Missouri lawmakers call for audit of Hazelwood mail sorting center

By West STL News | Sep 11, 2024

Representatives Ann Wagner (MO-02), Sam Graves (MO-06), Jason Smith (MO-08), and Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) have formally requested an audit of the Hazelwood, MO, Sorting and Distribution Center. In a letter addressed to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, they called for the United States Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) to examine failures in delivering election mail on time and to provide clarity on a new USPS proposal that could further delay mail in rural areas.

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House passes bill aimed at curbing China's global influence

By West STL News | Sep 10, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO), Vice Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released a statement following the passage of her Export Control Enforcement and Enhancement Act in the House. The legislation aims to streamline procedures to prevent sensitive American technologies from being sold to foreign adversaries.

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Wagner calls on Biden, Harris to admit Afghanistan failures

By West STL News | Sep 9, 2024

Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO), Vice Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued a statement regarding the House Foreign Affairs Committee’s report on the Afghanistan withdrawal.

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Wagner and Schmitt introduce act to enhance Gateway Arch event management

By West STL News | Aug 23, 2024

Washington, D.C. - Today, Representative Ann Wagner and Senator Eric Schmitt introduced the Gateway Partnership Act, which would allow the Gateway Arch National Park to enter into a cooperative agreement with their philanthropic partner, the Gateway Arch Park Foundation, to better manage and host private events for the broader St. Louis community.