President Donald Trump delivered his second State of the Union Address today. Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) released the following statement: “Tonight, we were reminded of why we should all be proud to be American. President Trump is choosing greatness for America, reaffirming his commitments to keep our communities safe, rebuild aging infrastructure, fight the opioid crisis,… Read more »

Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) was named the Ranking Republican of the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Financial Institutions for the 116th Congress. “It is an honor to continue leading my colleagues on the Consumer Protection and Financial Institutions Subcommittee,” said Congressman Luetkemeyer. “I stand ready to work alongside… Read more »

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) has been pleased with the willingness of prudential regulators to address the inappropriate application and enforcement of guidance in the financial sector. In September, the Federal Reserve, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) and Office of the… Read more »

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) reintroduced the Protecting Life and Integrity in Research Act today. “The fact that an organization has profited from the sale of infant body parts is deeply disturbing and absolutely disgraceful. As a Congressman, it is my responsibility to protect the most vulnerable among us and to be a good steward of taxpayer dollars,” said Congressman… Read more »

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) introduced four bills to provide critical fixes to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Congressman Luetkemeyer released the following statement: “Throughout my time in Congress, bipartisan calls for comprehensive reform of the NFIP have gone unanswered. I represent thousands of miles of… Read more »

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) announced the fourth annual “Valentines for Veterans” program today, asking third district residents to send a kind note thanking our nation’s bravest for their service. “I’m thrilled to announce my fourth annual ‘Valentines for Veterans’ initiative today. Last year my office received more than 12,000 valentines, brightening the day of local… Read more »

On the opening day of the 116th Congress, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) has reintroduced the Financial Institution Customer Protection Act. Congressman Luetkemeyer’s legislation will finally put an end to the unconscionable initiative aptly dubbed “Operation Choke Point.” Congressman Luetkemeyer released the following statement: “Bureaucrats playing partisan politics with the… Read more »

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit, has been at the forefront of the conversation surrounding the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s (FASB) Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) standard. Several months ago, Chairman Luetkemeyer co-hosted a roundtable discussion with members of the House Financial Services… Read more »

Guidance and rulemaking have important, but distinct, roles at agencies across the federal government. Regrettably, over the last few years there has been a hazy distinction between guidance and rule. Today, Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) introduced the Guidance Clarity Act and released the following statement: “Across the federal bureaucracy, the application of guidance has… Read more »

Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Conference Report to H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018, also known as the Farm Bill. Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) released the following statement in support of this critical legislation: “A few months ago, I voted in support of the House-passed farm bill to ensure stability for our Missouri farmers because I… Read more »