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The Rotary Club of Canton does an excellent job of gathering community leaders and business professionals to find ways to improve our communities, and they are guided by the principle “Service Above Self.” Thank you for inviting Rep. Loudermilk to come speak with you!
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Rep. Loudermilk interviewed on WLJA by Michael Searcy
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Press Release of the Week [1 of 2]: Rep. Loudermilk Presented with the 'National Park Heritage Award'
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Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement after being presented with the National Park Heritage Award for his bill the Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Park Boundary Adjustment Act, which was signed into law last month:
“I want to thank the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) for this award, and for being the leading voice in safeguarding our national parks. Expanding Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Park to include the Wallis House and Harriston Hill properties was vital to the preservation of our history, and will enhance the visitor’s experience at the park for decades to come. I share this award with my predecessor, Congressman Phil Gingrey, who began working on this bill a few years ago, and Senator Johnny Isakson, who carried this bill in the Senate.”
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Press Release of the Week [2 of 2]: Rep. Loudermilk Receives ‘True Blue Award’ from Family Research Council
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Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) issued the following statement after he received the ‘True Blue Award’ from the Family Research Council (FRC) for scoring 100 percent for votes in the past year, ranging from the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act to the Family Savings Act:
“The Family Research Council is a great organization that advocates for the bedrock values Americans hold dear such as family, faith, and freedom; and educates citizens on how their elected officials vote on important pieces of legislation. I’m humbled and appreciative of this award; though at the core of my decision making are simply the values instilled in me at a young age, which are grounded in my faith and our nation’s founding principles.”
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From Our Constituent Services Desk… |
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Summer will be here before we know it, and with it will come family vacations. While some of us will enjoy our stay-cations and U.S. travels, many will travel abroad. Whether going in a group or alone, for business or pleasure, it’s always best to plan a few things ahead when traveling to a foreign country.
First, learn about your destination on the Department of State’s Country Information site. This site will provide you with entry and exit requirements, local laws and customs, vaccination requirements, and any travel advisories which may be in effect. Second, read Crisis Abroad: Be Ready and make appropriate evacuation plans should the need arise. The most common misconception for American travelers is, in the event of an emergency, the United States will evacuate you free of charge. While the State Department does have loans available should U.S. citizens need evacuating, you will have to repay them. Therefore, it always a good idea to purchase travel insurance for any trip outside the continental United States. There are many reputable companies, and the quotes are based on the total cost of your trip and the level of coverage you’d like to have. Basic coverage should include evacuation, death abroad, and medical (if not covered by your health insurance).
Third, notify your bank and credit card companies before you travel abroad. They will know to not freeze your account for transactions made where you are traveling, and might have lower exchange rates than if you wait until in country to exchange your money. Finally, enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). This is a free service which allows U.S. citizens traveling abroad to receive the latest security updates from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. This allows you to make informed decisions about your trip, and enables the embassy or consulate to contact you in an emergency. This will also allow the State Department to contact a family member or friend back in the U.S. should you have an emergency and can’t reach them yourself.
Additional tips:
• Make sure you have at least six month's validity remaining on your passport whenever you travel abroad. Click here to find out how to apply for or renew your passport.
• Make a copy of your passport, travel itinerary, and travel insurance information to leave with a trusted family member or friend. In the event your passport is lost or stolen, it will be easier for you to obtain a temporary one if you have access to a copy of your valid one.
• Some countries require you to obtain a visa before you arrive. Make sure you apply for the visa several months prior to departure. Every country has different visa requirements, and it can take a few weeks to a couple of months for the country to issue you your visa.
• More detailed information on unique travel circumstances can be found online at Before You Go, Traveler Information.
If you have any questions or a specific problem with the U.S. Department of State, please contact our office at caseworkga11@mail.house.gov or 770-429-1776. We look forward to serving you should you need our assistance.
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Social Media of the Week: President Trump Visits Atlanta |
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| In the News: House Financial Services Republicans Write SEC |
From Politico:
"HOUSE FINANCIAL SERVICES REPUBLICANS WRITE SEC — POLITICO’s Aubree Eliza Weaver: Five Republican members of the House Financial Services Committee have written a letter to the SEC in support of Chairman Jay Clayton’s efforts to limit his agency’s collection of retail investors’ personally identifiable information.
“The letter — signed by Reps. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga.), Bill Huizenga (R-Mich.), French Hill (R-Ark.), Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) and Ted Budd (R-N.C.) — suggests that the Consolidated Audit Trail 'can, and should, fulfill its intended purpose without collecting Main Street investors’ PII.' The group highlights its concerns with the government’s cybersecurity posture and the potential risks posed by collecting and storing retail investors’ social security numbers."
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| In the News: Military Family Appreciation Day |
From the Military Family Support Center of Georgia:
"As part of this year’s Comcast Cares Day celebration of volunteerism, Comcast will host a Military Family Appreciation Day and Career Fair at the Military Family Support Center of Georgia.
Join us from 11:00am - 3:00pm for a day filled with activities including:
-Food
-Music
-Games for Kids
-Career Readiness workshops
Address: 1901 Terrell Mill Road
Marietta, GA 30067
In addition to a significant number of local Comcast executives attending the event, we will be joined by Comcast Cable’s CEO, Dave Watson."
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| Graphic of the Week [1 of 2]: Now Hiring! |
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| Graphic of the Week [2 of 2]: Illegal Immigration |
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