With Memorial Day upon us, not only does it mark the kick-off of summer for most East Alabama families, it is also our nation’s day to remember all the men and women in uniform who bravely gave their lives for our freedoms.  American flags decorate cemeteries and line the streets, and prayers are said to honor the fallen. Generation after generation, our brave men and… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers, along with the rest of the Alabama House Delegation, sent a letter last week to Secretary of Defense Charles Hagel to highlight the outstanding work done at Anniston Army Depot (ANAD) for all ground combat, support vehicles and small caliber weapons. The letter states, “Maintaining and evolving our organic military industrial base is essential for our… Read more »

Agriculture is a $1 billion industry in Alabama that provides thousands of jobs to hard-working men and women across the state. Supporting the health of Alabama’s agriculture economy and family farms is the Farm Bill, a critical piece of legislation with far-reaching impacts across East Alabama. Rogers, a member of the Agriculture Committee, said today Congress should work… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers sent a letter today to Steven T. Miller, Acting Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) demanding the agency comply with any Congressional investigation and provide any relevant information. The letter was sent on the heels of recent reports the IRS has targeted groups opposed to President Obama’s policy agenda.  The letter states,… Read more »

I was in Auburn recently for a town hall meeting, and we got to talking about how Washington affects their families. One of the most consistent concerns I heard was how President Obama’s health care law will impact their lives.  The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, is starting to go into effect. As we are finding out, and as many… Read more »

Congressman Mike Rogers sent a letter this week to Secretary of Defense Charles Hagel urging the Department of Defense to implement sections of the National Defense Authorization Act that protect the religious freedom of service members. This letter comes after recent reports the Department of Defense is considering policy changes that could make proselytizing an offense under the… Read more »

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Congressman Mike Rogers made the following remarks today in response to Reports of “Faith Based” Pentagon Court Martials. “As a Christian, I know the importance of my faith and strongly believe our brave men and women in uniform should have the right to worship and speak of their faith freely. This is a deeply troubling report, and I will monitor this situation… Read more »

(OPELIKA, AL) – Congressman Mike Rogers met today with his Third District Veterans Advisory Committee in Opelika, a volunteer panel of Veterans across the Third District which advises Rogers on issues important to Veterans and their families.  During the meeting, Rogers and the advisory committee focused on issues like potential changes to TRICARE and the continuing effort… Read more »

(AUBURN, AL)—Congressman Mike Rogers held a “Congress on Your Corner” public meeting in Auburn today, fielding questions from constituents ranging from the Second Amendment, to the Boston bombings, to immigration, to spending and tax reform. Rogers says he regularly hosts these town hall-style events to give constituents the opportunity to discuss issues important to… Read more »