Congressman Mike Rogers announced today that the deadline for applying for summer internships in his offices will be this Friday, February 14th, 2014. The internship program is designed to offer select college students a hands-on opportunity to learn about the legislative process, as well as the operations of a Congressional office. To be considered for an internship, students must submit… Read more »

Alabama Congressman Mike Rogers said reports the Affordable Care Act could push millions of employees out of the workforce in the coming years "comes as no surprise." "We've known Obamacare is a flawed law that will hurt folks across east Alabama. It has already had a negative impact across the Third (Congressional) District with rising premiums for less health care coverage," he… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers made the following remarks today after the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report yesterday that the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, would push two million employees out of the workforce by 2017 and 2.5 million employees over the next decade. “The findings in this report come as no surprise. We’ve known Obamacare… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers made the following remarks today after House passage of the House-Senate Conference Report for the Agricultural Act of 2014, known as the Farm Bill. Rogers supported the bill. “Agriculture is the largest industry in Alabama and I think this legislation helps give Alabama farmers and our economy some much-needed relief. “This final version of the Farm… Read more »

This past week I had the opportunity to talk about jobs and the state of our economy with a number of businesses across the Third District. In talking with the employees and owners of these facilities, one theme I heard at almost every stop was that folks are uncertain. They’re unsure of what new government-mandated regulations they’ll face in 2014 and long into the future.… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers held several meetings recently with small business owners and health care professionals across East Alabama. These groups all shared their concerns with Rogers over the devastating effects Obamacare is having on their employees, patients and the economy in general. “Obamacare is an unworkable law which I have strongly opposed from the beginning. It is hurting… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers sent a letter last week to Janet Yellen, the new Chair of the Federal Reserve. The letter states, “During your confirmation, you noted that the Federal Reserve has been a steadfast steward of our nation’s monetary policy. I urge you to share that record with the American public by opening the books and allowing the U.S. Comptroller General, an… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers had the opportunity to tour KwangSung Corporation today in Dadeville, Alabama. The plant, a supplier to Alabama car manufacturers, currently employs over 300 people and was recently awarded a grant to assist in its expansion. This grant from the local government will add about 100 jobs in Tallapoosa County. “After December’s disappointing jobs report,… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers toured three local businesses Tuesday during a visit to St. Clair County. The three tours included The Ford Meter Box Company and Royal Sausage Company, both in Pell City, and Buckner Barrel in Springville. These visits, among others Rogers is making across East Alabama, allowed workers and business owners across the Third District to talk directly with Rogers… Read more »

 Congressman Mike Rogers made the following remarks today in advance of Monday’s national day of remembrance recognizing the life and legacy of the late Civil Rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.                 “Dr. King was a great leader with a vision to bring all Americans together regardless of their differences.… Read more »