U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner (MO-2)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Ann Wagner (MO-2)
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Wagner, Golden Introduce Bill to Pressure Qatar, Evaluate Status as Major Non-NATO Ally
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) and Representative Jared Golden (D-ME) have jointly introduced the Reviewing Qatar’s Major Non-NATO Ally Status Act, a bill aimed at evaluating Qatar's designation as a major non-NATO ally. The legislation, which is a companion to Senator Ted Budd’s S. 4093 in the Senate, seeks to hold Qatar accountable for its relationship with Hamas and its role in the October 7th terror attack on Israel.In a statement, Congresswoman Wagner emphasized the need for Qatar to take action against Hamas, stating, “They must stop protecting...
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Wagner’s Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act Signed Into Law
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner's bipartisan Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Extension Act has been signed into law by the President. The legislation, aimed at improving U.S. efforts to prevent mass atrocity crimes, is named after the Auschwitz survivor Elie Wiesel, honoring his legacy and life's work to combat evil globally. Elisha Wiesel, son of Elie Wiesel, supports the legislation.Congresswoman Wagner emphasized the importance of taking action against injustice, stating, “It is our responsibility to speak up and act when we see injustice....
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Wagner Slams Department of Labor Fiduciary Rule, Vows to Protect Retail Investors
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO), Chair of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets, strongly criticized the Department of Labor's new Fiduciary Rule. Wagner stated, "Disguised as an attempt to eliminate so called ‘junk fees,’ the Biden Administration’s rushed rulemaking will leave millions of low-and middle-income retail investors without access to sound investment advice, forcing them to endure higher costs, fewer choices, and reduced service."Wagner went on to express her disapproval, mentioning, “Joe Biden needs to stop treating people...
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Wagner Statement on Appropriations Package
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) expressed her disappointment in the proposed appropriations legislation that was put forward without the reauthorization of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), S. 3853. In a statement, Wagner emphasized the importance of the reauthorization and expansion of RECA for affected individuals in St. Louis and across the nation.Wagner stated, “The reauthorization and expansion of RECA is vital for affected Americans here in St. Louis and around the country. I am extremely disappointed Senate and House leadership...
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House Passes Wagner Dayton Peace Agreement Legislation
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO), Vice Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed her satisfaction after the House passed the Upholding the Dayton Peace Agreement Through Sanctions Act. She emphasized the importance of the Dayton Accords, stating, “The Dayton Accords are a symbol of American leadership and commitment. If we let them collapse, then we risk seeing violence return to Bosnia. Adversaries like Russia and China would welcome these upheavals and solidify a stronger economic and security foothold."The legislation, introduced by Rep....
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House Members Call for Inclusion of RECA Reauthorization in Appropriations Legislation
A group of bipartisan House members, led by Congresswoman Ann Wagner, have penned a letter urging House and Senate Leadership and Appropriators to include the reauthorization of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) in the upcoming appropriations package. The letter, signed by a diverse group of representatives, emphasizes the importance of addressing the impending sunset of RECA and ensuring proper compensation for individuals affected by nuclear testing fallout.In the letter, the Members express the critical need for the reauthorization of RECA, stating: “We...
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Wagner Applauds Passage of Capital Markets Legislation
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO), Chair of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets, expressed her satisfaction after the House passed the Expanding Access to Capital Act, which includes her Increasing Investor Opportunities Act."As Chair of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets, I have been laser-focused on supporting America’s main street businesses and retail investors," said Wagner, emphasizing her dedication to the financial sector.Wagner hailed the legislation, stating, "The Expanding Access to Capital Act is...
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Wagner, Colleagues Urge Inclusion of RECA Reauthorization in FY2024 Appropriations Package
Congresswoman Ann Wagner and her Missouri colleagues have called on House and Senate Leadership and the Appropriations Committees to include the Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act in the upcoming fiscal year 2024 appropriations package. The Members emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "We write with the utmost urgency regarding the impending sunset of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA)."In a letter addressed to various key figures including Speaker Johnson and Minority Leader McConnell, the lawmakers highlighted the importance of...
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Wagner Slams Out of Touch State of the Union Address
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) did not hold back in her scathing critique of President Joe Biden's State of the Union address. Wagner accused Biden of being out of touch with the realities faced by Americans, stating, "This is just more of the out of touch, lead from behind nonsense that has made our nation less safe and more expensive."Wagner further criticized Biden's leadership, asserting that his actions have emboldened dictatorships like Russia, China, and Iran, posing a threat to global stability. She emphasized the need for a strong American...
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Wagner Efforts for Victims of Sexual Assault and Child Sexual Abuse Included in Appropriations Package
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) played a significant role in advocating for the inclusion of measures supporting victims of sexual assault and child sexual abuse in the recent Appropriations legislation passed by the House.Wagner expressed her satisfaction with the legislation, stating, “Today, the House passed Appropriations legislation that keeps our government open and advances several of my priorities, including important funding for law enforcement and victims of child sexual abuse and sexual assault."The Congresswoman highlighted specific...
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Rep. Ann Wagner Supports Reauthorization of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act
Washington, D.C. - The House of Representatives has recently passed the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act with the support of Congresswoman Ann Wagner from Missouri. As an original cosponsor of the legislation, Rep. Wagner has expressed her commitment to combating child sex trafficking and providing assistance to survivors.In a statement, Rep. Wagner highlighted the important provisions of the bill. She emphasized that the legislation focuses on allocating federal funds to areas with "high-intensity child sex trafficking"...
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Wagner Applauds Passage of the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) expressed her satisfaction after the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act was passed by the House of Representatives. Wagner, who is an original cosponsor of the legislation, praised the bill for its aim to provide appropriate training to Department of Labor employees in order to recognize and report cases of human trafficking to law enforcement agencies.In a statement, Wagner emphasized the need for government employees to have the necessary tools to identify victims of human trafficking and ensure that those...
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Wagner Introduces Bill to Combat China, Limit Its Global Influence
Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) has introduced the Export Control Enforcement and Enhancement Act, a bill aimed at combatting China's growing influence and limiting its access to sensitive American technologies. The legislation seeks to provide additional protections to prevent the sale of these technologies to foreign adversaries and requires companies to prove that their products do not jeopardize American interests.In a statement, Congresswoman Wagner expressed her concerns about China's intentions to assert more influence in the world, particularly through...
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Wagner, McCaul, Members of Foreign Affairs Committee Call on State Department to Reclaim Funding from UNRWA
In a letter addressed to Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Congresswoman Ann Wagner and Congressman Michael McCaul, along with 15 other Republican Members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, demanded the immediate reclaiming of funding from the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). The letter emphasizes the need for the State Department to take action and withhold the tens of millions of dollars it has obligated or committed to UNRWA, citing concerns over the agency's association with U.S.-designated Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs).The decision to...
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Congresswoman Ann Wagner Mourns the Passing of Former Missouri Senator Jean Carnahan
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) expressed her condolences on the passing of former Missouri Senator Jean Carnahan. In a statement, Wagner described Carnahan as a dedicated public servant who cared deeply for the state of Missouri and earned the respect of all those around her."Jean was a public servant through and through," Wagner said. "She broke barriers as Missouri's first female Senator and left a long legacy of accomplishment that will be remembered for generations to come."Wagner also highlighted Carnahan's role as a stalwart First Lady of...
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Representatives Introduce the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act to Provide Federal Criminal Record Relief to Survivors of Human Trafficking
Representatives Ann Wagner (R-MO), Russell Fry (SC-07), Ted Lieu (D-CA), and Robert Garcia (D-CA) have introduced the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, a legislation aimed at providing federal criminal record relief to survivors of human trafficking who committed non-violent offenses as a direct result of being victims of trafficking. This bill seeks to address the issue of trafficking victims being forced or coerced into engaging in criminal activity, leading to their arrest, conviction, and incarceration without consideration of their victim status.The legislation...
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Wagner, Pappas, Burchett Lead Bipartisan Push To Include 1099-K Fix in Tax Package
Congresswoman Ann Wagner, Congressman Chris Pappas, and Congressman Tim Burchett have sent a letter to House and Ways and Means Committee leadership, urging the inclusion of a legislative fix for Form 1099-K reporting requirements in the upcoming tax package. The lawmakers emphasize the need for certainty and clarity for online sellers who are facing bureaucratic hurdles due to the changes in the reporting threshold.The recent changes in the 1099-K reporting threshold have raised concerns among millions of Americans who could be taxed for transactions such as selling a...
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Wagner Details Bipartisan, Bicameral Congressional Delegation to Middle East
Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) has provided a detailed account of the bipartisan and bicameral Congressional delegation to the Middle East, led by Republican Senator Joni Ernst. The delegation visited Israel, Egypt, Qatar, and Bahrain, with the aim of assessing the situation on the ground, advocating for the release of American hostages held by Hamas, and planning for the future of Gaza.During the visit, Congresswoman Wagner emphasized the importance of standing behind Israel in its efforts to combat Hamas and create a demilitarized and deradicalized Gaza. She expressed...
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Financial Services Committee Republicans Demand Briefing from SEC on Compromised X Account, Unauthorized Bitcoin ETF Post
The Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Patrick McHenry, along with other committee members, has sent a letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler, demanding a briefing on the SEC's compromised X account. This incident led to a false tweet announcing the approval of Bitcoin ETFs on January 9.In their letter, the lawmakers expressed their concerns about the SEC's ability to communicate effectively with market participants. They highlighted the impact of the false tweet, which caused a rapid increase in the value of Bitcoin until...
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Reps. Wagner, Scott, And Hill Send Letter to Department of Labor About Their Fiduciary Rule
Jan 10, 2024Reps. Ann Wagner (R-MO), French Hill (R-AR), and David Scott (D-GA) have sent a letter to the Department of Labor expressing their concerns about the proposed fiduciary rule. The lawmakers argue that the rule will burden investors and limit access to financial retirement products.In their letter, the lawmakers outlined several concerns about the fiduciary rule. They believe that the rule would harm lower and middle-income workers, ignore federal court rulings, and hurt workers and retirees. They argue that the proposal makes it more expensive to invest for...