As a nation of laws, we have a legal process in place for accepting immigrants into our country which is why I could not support a measure that is nothing more than backdoor amnesty. Read more »

When our great nation was attacked at Pearl Harbor on the morning of December 7, 1941, our brave men and women in uniform fought as best they could amidst a devastating and unprovoked attack. In the wake of that tragedy, our greatest generation showed a resolve and tenacity that would lead to ultimate victory in the Pacific. Read more »

Today is a disappointing day for our job-creating small business owners, who are greatly affected by the job-killing tax increases that Democrats support, which will take effect in less than a month. Read more »

I am certainly pleased that our hard-working river community residents had an opportunity today to discuss their concerns about the proposed flood risk plan known as Plan H. It is very important that the federal government takes the time to listen to the concerns of the people. During my meetings with Corps officials over the last few months, I specifically requested that public meetings be held so people could publicly express their concerns directly to the Corps. Read more »

After again listening to the voices of hard-working Americans through the YouCut website, U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-9) today voted for a proposal to eliminate unnecessary Congressional printing which could save taxpayers up to $35 million dollars in the next 10 years. Read more »

As someone who has spent the last two years fighting to reduce government spending despite the objections of the current Majority in the House, I am encouraged by the White House's proposal. Read more »

U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-9) today encouraged Missourians to take advantage of a public meeting next week that will allow them the opportunity to provide input into the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) proposed flood risk plan along the Upper Mississippi River known as Plan H. Read more »

Small farmer and House Agriculture Committee member U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-9) announced farmers in seven counties in the 9th District of Missouri are eligible for assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture due to losses caused by excessive rainfall, flash flooding, flooding and high winds that occurred between February 1 through July 15. Read more »

Reflecting the wishes of the American people, U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-9) today voted to support a proposal to terminate taxpayer funding of National Public Radio (NPR), potentially saving taxpayers millions of dollars annually. The measure was the result of Americans speaking out to Congress through the YouCut website. Read more »

Ever since I was a kid listening to the St. Louis Cardinals on the radio in St. Elizabeth, Missouri, Stan ‘The Man' Musial always seemed larger than life. As a young ball player myself, Stan Musial's on-field excellence and commitment served as an inspiration to me, both on and off the field. Read more »