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Alexander Responds to House Passage of the Middle Class Tax Relief Act
12/02/10Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4853, the Middle Class Tax Relief Act. U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following statement after he opposed the Democrat's plan to ensure that taxes increase next year for many hard-working families and small businesses.< Read more > -
Saluting the American Hero
11/12/10Today, we salute and remember those who were called upon to defend our ideals and preserve our liberties. It is for their sacrifices that we stand as the land of the free and the home of the brave. Those who have selflessly served under the Stars and Stripes call themselves veterans. However, we gratefully refer to them as American heroes.< Read more > -
Party of Paychecks
10/15/10A recent column titled "Paychecks versus Food Stamps" by Rush Limbaugh is making waves across the United States. You may have read it. If not, you have probably seen or heard about Louisiana climbing to the top of a national list – albeit a list where the bottom is the ideal place to be.< Read more > -
Alexander Honored with an "A in English" Award
10/05/10Recognized for support of official English legislation< Read more > -
Alexander Receives Guardian of Small Business Award
09/23/10The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation's leading small business association, today named U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, a Guardian of Small Business for his outstanding voting record on behalf of America's small business owners in the 111th Congress.< Read more > -
Alexander Receives Tax Fighter Award
09/22/10The National Tax Limitation Committee (NTLC) has honored U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, with its 111th Congress "Tax Fighter Award."< Read more > -
American People and Constitution Still Triumphant
09/14/10Over the past couple of years, nearly all of us have become increasingly frustrated with the direction our country is headed and with the leadership of our government. It is obvious that partisanship is rampant and there is strong division within our country. Many are declaring that our government is broken. Like most, I share the profound concern about our nation's direction and welfare. I do, however, find strong comfort in one consistently reliable source: the U.S. Constitution.< Read more > -
Alexander Presses Federal Court to Reject DOJ Suit Challenging Arizona Immigration Law
07/21/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after he joined 81 Members of Congress in support of Arizona's new immigration law which is being challenged in federal court by the U.S. Department of Justice.< Read more > -
Alexander Responds to Administration's New Drilling Moratorium
07/13/10The Obama administration has again issued a moratorium on deepwater drilling, this time extending the date to November 30, 2010. U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following statement in response< Read more > -
Alexander Opposes Dodd-Frank Financial Regulatory Reform Bill
06/30/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following remarks today after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4173 – Restoring American Financial Stability Act of 2010.< Read more > -
Alexander Praises Supreme Court Ruling Reaffirming Second Amendment Rights
06/28/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement praising the Supreme Court's decision that the Second Amendment applies to state and local governments.< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints Rapides Natives as Summer Interns in Washington Office
06/18/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Anne Allen and Matthew Johnson, both natives of Rapides Parish, have joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer.< Read more > -
Alexander Works to Overturn Drilling Ban
06/15/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, and Members of the Gulf Coast congressional delegation held a press conference today to call for an end to the current moratorium on new deepwater drilling. In addition, Alexander joined the entire Louisiana delegation in the House of Representatives in cosponsoring legislation to overturn the president's drilling ban.< Read more > -
V-Vehicle is stronger than before
06/14/10Northeast Louisiana has been dealt more than its fair share of economic blows. With the re-submittal of V-Vehicle's federal loan application, I am optimistic that our economic forecast will soon be brighter.< Read more > -
Alexander Issues Statement About Ongoing Oil Spill Disaster
06/10/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after touring the Gulf Coast and flying over the Deepwater Horizon oil rig.< Read more > -
Assess Your Flood Risk Today
06/09/10This year, countless home and business owners have contacted me to voice their concerns regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) remapping process. They have good reason to be concerned given that many businesses and families stand to be negatively impacted when the new maps are implemented.< Read more > -
Alexander Speaks on House Floor Remembering Those Lost in Deepwater Horizon Explosion
05/26/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the workers who lost their lives on the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil platform in the Gulf Coast.< Read more > -
Alexander Responds to President Calderon's Address to Today's Joint Session of Congress
05/20/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following remarks following President Calderon's address to a joint session of Congress.< Read more > -
Alexander Receives "ACU Conservative" Honor
05/06/10The American Conservative Union (ACU) recently designated U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, as an "ACU Conservative" in recognition of his conservative voting record. Today, the ACU held ceremonies on Capitol Hill to present awards to those Members who earned high scores in the 2009 Annual ACU Ratings of Congress.< Read more > -
Alexander Urges Families to Take Hurricane Precautions Today
05/04/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, urges families to start taking the necessary hurricane precautions today. With less than a month until the beginning of the 2010 Atlantic Hurricane Season on June 1, it is critical that our families, homes and businesses are prepared for the hazards associated with hurricanes and tropical storms.< Read more > -
Alexander Rebukes Judge's "National Day of Prayer" Ruling
04/21/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, along with Members of the Congressional Prayer Caucus and faith organizations, today attended a bipartisan press conference in response to a federal judge's recent ruling that a federal law designating a National Day of Prayer is unconstitutional.< Read more > -
Alexander Congratulates Philip Williams for Accepting Appointment to U.S. Naval Academy
04/21/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today congratulated Philip V. Williams for his recent acceptance of an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy.< Read more > -
It's Time to Ease the Pain of Tax Day
04/14/10With tax day here once again, there is not a better time to discuss the impact taxation has on our daily lives. Marking a day millions of Americans will their file taxes, April 15 is a startling reminder of just how much hard-earned money is taken out of their paychecks by the government each year.< Read more > -
Alexander Issues Statement on V-Vehicle Company
03/24/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following statement in response to the announcement that the U.S. Department of Energy will not recommend approval of V-Vehicle Company's federal loan applications.< Read more > -
Alexander Issues Statement on Passage of Health Care Overhaul Package
03/21/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks on the passage of the Senate-passed H.R. 3590, The Patient Protection and Affordable Health, and H.R. 4872, The Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010.< Read more > -
Alexander: Health Care Bill is a Disaster Waiting to Happen
03/16/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today delivered the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in opposition to the anticipated vote on the Senate-passed H.R. 3590 and reconciliation package.< Read more > -
Alexander Awarded "AbilityOne Champion" by National Industries for the Blind
03/10/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today was recognized as an "AbilityOne Champion" by the National Industries for the Blind (NIB).< Read more > -
Alexander Launches the Congressional Levee Caucus
02/23/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, Quitman, today launched the Congressional Levee Caucus as part of his ongoing crusade to bring critical attention to the levee certification issue.< Read more > -
Alexander Introduces Legislation to Combat Spending by the Federal Government
02/22/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, Quitman, today introduced legislation to combat spending on the part of the federal government.< Read more > -
Alexander Calls for Immediate Attention to the Levee Certification Issue
02/18/10U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, Quitman, has launched an aggressive campaign to call crucial attention to the levee certification issue that has local and state officials, as well as residents, in a state of distress.< Read more > -
Alexander Responds to the President's State of the Union Address
01/28/10After watching our nation's 44th president deliver his first State of the Union address, I would describe my reaction as being mixed at best. President Obama was given the ideal opportunity to convey his agenda to the country. While I was pleased the president finally realigned some of his vision to be more in tune with what the American people have voiced – such as finally putting job creation at the top – I was very disappointed our national security did not receive the pressing attention it deserves.< Read more > -
Alexander Opposes Plan to Bring Guantanamo Bay Detainees into our Backyard
12/15/09Despite clear opposition from the American public, President Obama today announced his decision to transfer terrorists currently held at Guantanamo Bay to Thompson Correctional Center located in Illinois.< Read more > -
Immigration Policy Must Put the Needs of American Workers at the Forefront
12/15/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks in response to the introduction of a mass amnesty bill in the U.S. House of Representatives.< Read more > -
Alexander Releases Statement on the House Passage of Omnibus Appropriations Bill
12/10/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after voting against the $447 billion Omnibus Appropriations bill.< Read more > -
Alexander Opposes Death Tax - This Onerous Tax Must Be Eliminated in Full
12/03/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following statement after voting against H.R. 4154, legislation that would permanently authorize the collection of a federal Estate Tax.< Read more > -
Enforcing Current Immigration Laws Will Recover Eight Million Jobs for Legal Workers
12/03/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today urged President Obama once again to aid American workers by recovering the eight million jobs held by illegal immigrants in the United States.< Read more > -
Alexander Supports Sending Reinforcement to Afghanistan, Opposes Setting Timeline for Withdrawal
12/02/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, commended President Obama's announcement to send additional U.S. troops to Afghanistan. However, Alexander remains concerned with the inclusion of a withdrawal timeline.< Read more > -
Alexander Encourages Public to Send "Holiday Mail for Heroes"
12/01/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, encourages the American public to send "Holiday Mail for Heroes" this holiday season.< Read more > -
Alexander Releases Statement on House Passage of Health Care Reform Bill
11/07/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks after voting against the trillion-dollar government takeover, H.R. 3962 the Affordable Health Care for American Act.< Read more > -
Alexander Urges President to Direct Attention and Resources to North Louisiana
11/04/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today sent a letter to President Obama urging him to closely monitor the current flood conditions in North Louisiana, specifically, the rising levels of the Ouachita River, Lake D'Arbonne and Bayou D'Arbonne.< Read more > -
Alexander Works to Ensure All Individuals Have Access to New Health Care Bill
11/04/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that local libraries have been provided a copy of the new House health care proposal, H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, to be used as a reference document for residents of the 5th Congressional District.< Read more > -
Louisiana HonorAir Celebrated in House
11/03/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after the U.S. House of Representatives declared Oct. 24, 2009, as "Louisiana HonorAir Day," in recognition of the 20th chartered flight of World War II veterans and to honor the invaluable service and dedication of the World War II veterans to our nation.< Read more > -
Legislation Remains a Government-Takeover of Health Care
10/30/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, issued the following remarks after House leaders unveiled their latest comprehensive health care plan, H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act, on Thursday, Oct. 29.< Read more > -
Alexander Congratulates La. Tech for Breaking Ground on Enterprise Campus
10/30/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following remarks to congratulate Louisiana Tech University for breaking ground on its technology research park.< Read more > -
Alexander Issues Statement on Hate Crimes Legislation
10/28/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following statement after President Obama signed the "hate crimes" legislation into law.< Read more > -
This is not your typical flu season
10/22/09With flu season upon us, there is a new influenza virus that threatens both young and old – the 2009 H1N1 virus, also known as the "swine flu."< Read more > -
Alexander Announces District Outreach Schedule for November
10/22/09District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in November to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.< Read more > -
Alexander Issues Statement on the Closure of International Paper in Pineville
10/22/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement regarding the closure of International Paper's containerboard mill in Pineville.< Read more > -
Promoting Family Literacy Should Be a Priority Every Day
10/21/09Literacy is a vital component of advancing education, improving workforce skills and ending the cycle of poverty. This week, I am proud that the importance of adult and family literacy will be celebrated and promoted.< Read more > -
Alexander Applauds the Unveiling of "In God We Trust"
10/01/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, and members of the Congressional Prayer Caucus applauded the unveiling of our national motto, "In God We Trust," in the Capitol Visitor Center (CVC).< Read more > -
Alexander Introduces Legislation to Hire our Nation's Heroes
09/25/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, yesterday introduced the Hiring Heroes Tax Incentive Act of 2009, which will grant a tax credit on wages paid to any employee who is currently serving in the National Guard or Ready Reserve, or is a recently separated veteran.< Read more > -
Alexander Introduces Legislation to Protect our Nation's Seniors
09/15/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today introduced the Cost of Living Adjustment Assistance Act of 2009, which would provide seniors with a Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in light of projections that, if Congress does not act, there will not be an increase for 2010.< Read more > -
Alexander Supports Legislation to Cease Federal Funding of ACORN
09/15/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today became an original cosponsor of legislation that will terminate all federal funding to the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN).< Read more > -
Alexander Congratulates Local School for Being Named a 2009 Blue Ribbon School
09/15/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today congratulated Vidalia Junior High School for earning the designation as one of our nation's 2009 Blue Ribbon Schools.< Read more > -
September 11: Day of Remembrance, Renewal and Resolve
09/10/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, released the following statement to mark the eighth anniversary of the terror attacks on Sept.11, 2001.< Read more > -
Rep. Alexander helps protect access to care for cancer patients
09/09/09The American Society for Radiation Oncology, ASTRO, applauds the work of Rep. Rodney Alexander for leading efforts on behalf of the nation's cancer patients.< Read more > -
Alexander Given Family Research Council Action's "True Blue" Award for Unwavering Support of the Family
09/09/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, has been recognized as a "True Blue" member of Congress by the Family Research Council (FRC) for his unwavering dedication and consistent support in defense of the family.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces HUD Funding for Ferriday
09/08/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will award $300,000 to the Macon Ridge Community Development Corporation in Ferriday, La.< Read more > -
Alexander Introduces Legislation To Prevent Additional Taxes on Firearms
07/30/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today introduced legislation stating that the federal government should not levy any additional taxes on firearms or firearm ammunition during the current economic hardship.< Read more > -
Alexander Introduces Legislation To Eliminate Taxpayer-funded Abortions From Health Care Reform Package
07/24/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today introduced a resolution that urges members of Congress to eliminate taxpayer-funded abortions from any proposed health care reform package.< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints Baton Rouge Native as Summer Intern in Washington Office
07/24/09Sean Dauterive Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints Monroe Native as Press Intern in Washington Office
07/24/09Lance Traweek Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints Baton Rouge Native as Summer Intern in Washington Office
07/24/09Elizabeth Duncan Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints West Monroe Native as Summer Intern in Washington Office
07/24/09Andrew Reuther Participates in Alexander's Congressional Intern Program< Read more > -
Alexander Releases Statement on Flawed Health Care Bill
07/22/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement on the flawed, 1018-page health care legislation, H.R. 3200, the America's Affordable Health Care Choices Act.< Read more > -
Genetic Research at ULM Gets $210,000 Boost from National Organization
07/22/09The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development recently awarded $210,000 to fund genetic research in the Department of Biology at the University of Louisiana at Monroe.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Vicksburg Tallulah Regional Airport
07/21/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $1,052,639 to the Vicksburg Tallulah Regional Airport.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Grants for Iberville Parish
07/16/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) through the Federal Highway Administration will award the following funds to Iberville Parish:< Read more > -
Alexander Supports Pro-Growth Alternative to Stimulus Plan
07/09/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today became a cosponsor of H.R. 470, the Economic Recovery and Middle-Class Relief Act of 2009, a pro-growth alternative to the stimulus plan that maximizes the capabilities of American businesses, entrepreneurs and investors.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Alexandria International Airport
06/24/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $114,673 to provide reimbursement funding to acquire equipment and land to enhance the safety and capabilities of the Alexandria International Airport.< Read more > -
Alexander Praises Ouachita Parish Economic Development Project
06/17/09WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today issued the following statement after the official announcement of the economic development project at the former Guide plant in Ouachita Parish was made – the new auto manufacturer is expected to generate 1,400 direct jobs, as well as 1,800 indirect jobs, producing nearly $20 billion in economic activity during the first 15 years of production.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces USDA Funding for Delhi
06/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development will award a Rural Business Enterprise Grant totaling $175,000 to the Town of Delhi.< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints Alexandria Native as Summer Intern in Washington Office
06/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Robert Warshaw has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for the summer. Warshaw, a native of Alexandria, recently started his internship in Alexander's congressional office.< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints ULM Student as Summer Intern in Washington Office
06/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Jasmyne Pugh has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer. Pugh recently started her month long experience in his congressional office.< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints Farmerville Native as Summer Intern in Washington Office
06/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Emily Wilkes, of Farmerville, La., has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer. Wilkes recently started her month long experience in his congressional office.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Winners of Congressional Art Contest
06/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Courtney "CoCo" Zentner is the 5th District winner of the 2009 Congressional High School Arts Competition.< Read more > -
Alexander Appoints Alexandria Native as Summer Intern in Washington Office
06/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is pleased to announce that Anne Kathryn Hunter, of Alexandria, La., has joined his Washington, D.C. staff for a part of the summer. Hunter recently started her month long experience in his congressional office.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Allen Parish
06/10/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $150,000 to fund construction of a south parallel taxiway at the Allen Parish Airport.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Ruston Regional Airport
06/02/09Provides $110,000 to Remove Runway Obstructions< Read more > -
Alexander Urges Families to Take Hurricane Precautions Now
06/01/09Hurricane Season Begins Today< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Monroe Regional Airport
05/26/09Provides Nearly $5 Million for Terminal Construction< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Avoyelles Parish Airport Authority
05/26/09Provides $559,000 for Taxiway Construction< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Jena Airport
05/26/09Provides $80,000 to Rehabilitate Apron< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for False River Regional Airport
05/26/09Provides $300,000 For Aircraft Storage< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Alexandria International Airport
05/26/09Provides $1.8 Million for Runway Rehabilitation< Read more > -
Alexander Announces HHS Funding for ULM
05/20/09Provides $178,778 for Cancer Research< Read more > -
Alexander Testifies on Railroad Antitrust Legislation Before House Subcommittee
05/19/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, delivered testimony today to the Subcommittee on Courts and Competition Policy of the House Judiciary Committee in support of H.R.223, the Railroad Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2009.< Read more > -
Alexander Defends Family Literacy
05/14/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, recently delivered testimony to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (Labor HHS) in support of family literacy programs after President Obama eliminated funding for the Even Start program in the budget. The testimony was given during the subcommittee's Members Day.< Read more > -
Alexander Encourages Area Residents to Prepare for the Digital TV Transition
05/13/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, encourages area residents to act now to prepare for the Digital TV Transition on June 12. Monroe – El Dorado region ranks among the least prepared for the national switch to Digital television.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Higher Education Disaster Relief Grant for ULM
05/12/09Provides $451,191 for Repairs to the School of Nursing Building< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Higher Education Disaster Relief Grant for LSU-A
05/12/09Provides $46,319 for Hurricane Gustav Damage Repairs< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for the Town of Winnfield
05/07/09Provides $595,000 to Rehabilitate Runway< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for the City of Rayville
05/07/09Provides $310,227 to Improve Airport Security< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for the Town of Jonesville
05/07/09Provides $42,715 to Rehabilitate Taxiway< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for the Town of Jonesboro
05/07/09Provides $600,000 to Improve Safety of Runway< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Concordia Parish Airport Authority
05/07/09Provides $165,000 to Rehabilitate Runway< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for the City of Bastrop
05/07/09Provides $310,000 to Improve Airport Security< Read more > -
Rayville High School Senior Accepts Appointment to West Point
04/29/09Alexander nominated McElroy to the U.S. Military Academy< Read more > -
Alexander Welcomes Louisiana WWII Veterans
04/27/09"Greatest Generation" Visits WWII Memorial< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Rural Health Care Funding for La. Tech
04/27/09Provides $150,000 for Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grant Programs< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Rural Health Care Funding for Richland Parish
04/27/09Provides Nearly $150,000 for Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grant Programs< Read more > -
Alexander congratulates Stephen M. Gandy for U.S. Air Force Academy Appointment
04/23/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today congratulated Stephen M. Gandy for his recent acceptance of an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy.< Read more > -
Alexander Commends House for Passing H.Res. 339
04/23/09Lauds the U.S. Navy and Captain Richard Phillips for heroic efforts to thwart the attempted hijacking and protect the lives of American mariners< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Satellite Office Hours for May
04/23/09District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in April to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.< Read more > -
Alexander Commends Kristen A. Cromwell for U.S. Air Force Academy Acceptance
04/23/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today commended Kristin A. Cromwell for her recent acceptance to the U.S. Air Force Academy.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces USDA Funding for Pointe Coupee Parish
04/22/09Funding Will Assist with Water System Improvements< Read more > -
Alexander Announces FEMA Funding for the Tensas Parish Police Jury
04/14/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will provide $750,000 to the Tensas Parish Police Jury under the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Grant Program.< Read more > -
Alexander Releases Statement After House Passes President's Budget
04/02/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement after voting against the budget passed by the U.S. House of Representatives.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces FEMA Funding for Pointe Coupee Parish
04/01/09Grants Will Assist with Hurricane Damage< Read more > -
Alexander Announces FEMA Funding for the City of Alexandria
04/01/09$1.6 Million to Assist with Hurricane Damage< Read more > -
Alexander Announces NASA Funding for Lincoln Parish Schools
03/31/09Provides Nearly $1.4 Million for NASA-themed Program< Read more > -
Alexander Presented with the U.S. Chamber's Annual Spirit of Enterprise Award
03/31/09Louisiana Lawmaker Recognized for Support of Key Business Issues< Read more > -
Alexander Encourages Local Veterans to Apply for Health Care Services
03/25/09VA Plans to Reopen Enrollment in its Health Care System< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Satellite Office Hours for April
03/25/09District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in April to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Monroe Regional Airport
03/18/09Provides $10 Million to Replace Terminal< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Alexandria International Airport
03/18/09Provides $3.12 Million to Rehabilitate Runway< Read more > -
Alexander Announces FEMA Funding for the City of Plaquemine
03/11/09$2,408,677.57 to Assist with Hurricane Damage< Read more > -
Alexander Releases Statement on President's Stem Cell Decision
03/09/09The Administration's recent action weakens the protection of the unborn, and will require taxpayers, regardless of their moral or religious convictions, to aid the destruction of living human embryos.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Funding for University of Louisiana at Monroe
03/04/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) will award University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) an intended amount of $498,979.< Read more > -
Vitter, Louisiana Congressional Delegation Urge President to Strengthen Gulf Coast Rebuilding Office
03/02/09U.S. Sen. David Vitter today led the rest of the Louisiana Congressional delegation in writing President Obama to urge him to strengthen the Office of the Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding. In the letter to the president, the delegation applauded the recent extension of the office for an additional seven months and requested that the president consider a number of enhancements to the office.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Satellite Office Hours for March
02/27/09District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in March to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces HUD Funding for the City of Monroe
02/26/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will provide $234,964 to the City of Monroe through the 2009 Recovery Act Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Formula Program awards.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces HUD Funding for the City of Alexandria
02/26/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will provide $177,284 to the City of Alexandria through the 2009 Recovery Act Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Formula Program awards.< Read more > -
Alexander's Statement on Gov. Jindal's Republican Address to the Nation
02/25/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement regarding Gov. Bobby Jindal's Republican address.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOL Funding for Parish of Rapides Career Solutions Center
02/24/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) will award $191,593 to the Parish of Rapides Career Solutions Center.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Union Parish
02/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $79,135 to the Union Parish Police Jury.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces DOT Funding for Avoyelles Parish Airport Authority
02/11/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will award $41,528 to the Avoyelles Parish Airport Authority.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Funding for Louisiana Tech University
02/06/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) will award Louisiana Tech University an intended amount of $400,000.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Web Site Detailing Smart, Responsible Stimulus Plan
02/03/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced the launch of http://republicanwhip.house.gov/jobs, a new web site outlining the House Republican Economic Recovery Plan. The web site details a smart, responsible stimulus plan that will create twice the jobs at half the price of the economic package that Democrats forced through the House despite bipartisan opposition.< Read more > -
Alexander, Vitter Announce Grant Funding for Alexandria International Airport
01/22/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander and U.S. Sen. David Vitter announced today that the England Economic and Industrial Development District will receive a U.S. Department of Transportation grant totaling $6 million.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Satellite Office Hours for February
01/22/09District staff for U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, will hold satellite office hours in February to assist residents of the 5th Congressional District with casework matters.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces the King and Queen for the 2009 Washington D.C. Mardi Gras Ball
01/19/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, is honored to announce the King and Queen for the 2009 Washington D.C. Mardi Gras Ball.< Read more > -
Alexander Welcomes 5th District WWII Veterans
01/16/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, looks forward to welcoming the World War II (WWII) Veterans that participate in the Louisiana HonorAir trips to Washington, D.C. this spring.< Read more > -
Alexander Announces Appropriations Subcommittee Assignments
01/12/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today announced his subcommittee assignments for the House Committee on Appropriations for the 111th Congress. Alexander will serve on the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS), and will retain his seat on the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administrations, and Related Agencies (Agriculture).< Read more > -
Alexander Supports Israel's Right to Self-Defense
01/08/09U.S. Rep. Rodney Alexander, R-Quitman, today released the following statement regarding the situation in Gaza.< Read more >