Jobs & the Economy

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Jody Hice (R-GA) today praised the passage of H.R. 10, the Financial CHOICE (Creating Hope and Opportunity for Investors, Consumers, and Entrepreneurs) Act, landmark legislation which includes a number of provisions to end bank bailouts, promote economic growth, and provide much-needed regulatory relief for community banks and credit unions. “Spurred by the housing collapse and financial meltdown in 2008, Dodd-Frank was a misguided approach that created an envir... Read more

Milledgeville, GA – Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) today announced that he will host his annual Grants and Small Business Workshop on Wednesday, June 21st at the Tarbutton Business Development Center at Oconee Fall Line Technical College. The workshop is an opportunity for individuals to network with state and federal representatives and receive valuable information for their business or project. “Whether you’re a small business owner or representative for a nonprofit or municipality, this semina... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today honored Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA) with its annual Spirit of Enterprise Award, given in recognition of his support for pro-growth policies in the second session of the 114th Congress. “Businesses of all shapes and sizes need sound, commonsense policy in place in order to get off the ground, grow, and succeed,” said Thomas J. Donohue, president and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “The Spirit of Enterprise Award recognizes those members ... Read more

Washington D.C. – Today, Congressman Hice announced that he will participate in the 2016 Offshore Energy Tour with House Majority Whip Steve Scalise in South Louisiana on April 6th, 7th, and 8th. Congressman Hice released the following statement regarding the trip: “American energy exploration is critical to our Nation’s pursuit of energy independence,” said Congressman Hice. “I’m honored to join Majority Whip Scalise and several of my colleagues on the Louisiana Offshore Energy Tour. The Gulf o... Read more

Washington D.C. – Today, the President announced his decision to remove the Atlantic Ocean lease from the nation’s Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Oil and Gas Leasing Program for 2017-2022. Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) issued the following statement after the President’s announcement: “With the removal of the Atlantic Ocean lease from the OCS plan, the President is content to deny millions of Americans in the southeast of jobs, higher wages, and a stronger, more robust economy. The President’s sh... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 2029, the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act of 2015. This includes a package of tax extensions and provisions that prevent $622 billion in tax increases, fosters small business investment, and benefits consumers and the American business community. Congressman Jody Hice issued the following statement after the measure passed: “With the passage of the PATH Act of 2015, I am confident that American entrepr... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, the United States House of Representatives voted to disapprove of two Environmental Protection Agency rules, the “New Source Performance Standards” rule and the “Clean Power Plan” rule. These new rules would impose additional mandates on the Nation’s energy producers. Congressman Hice released the following statement in regards to the passage of the measures: “I am pleased that the House voted to disapprove of the new EPA rules that would effectively impose cap and trade... Read more

Hice to Host Veterans Appreciation Coffee Monroe, GA – Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) today announced that he will host a “Veterans Appreciation Coffee” on Wednesday, November 11th. Congressman Hice invites 10th District veterans to stop by his Monroe district office between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm for coffee and doughnuts. Congressman Hice will be there to thank veterans for their service and to discuss important issues facing our military and veterans. “I look forward to Veterans Day and the opport... Read more

Today, Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) announced he will host Georgia’s 10th Congressional District Annual Academy Day on Saturday, August 29th at Georgia Military College. This event is designed to familiarize students with the application and nomination process for the nation’s five military service academies. Students in grades eight through twelve are encouraged to attend, and no registration is required. The event will take place in the Legislative Chambers room on the second floor of the his... Read more

Coach Richins was also Lt. Col. Richins, a reservist home after a year's deployment as an Army logistics officer in Afghanistan. He was struggling with the disorientation experienced by almost all such returning vets. Read more