Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), spoke on the House Floor in support of H.R. 6359, Pregnant Students' Rights Act, which protects pregnant students’ right to pursue an education: "I rise today in support of the Pregnant Students’ Rights Act—legislation that affirms a simple but powerful principle: expecting mothers should be encouraged to pursue their education... Read more »
Today, Workforce Protections Subcommittee Chairman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a hearing titled “Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Mine Safety and Health Administration”: "We all share the goal of keeping hardworking Americans safe. Today’s hearing examines the federal agency responsible for ensuring the safety of the men and wom... Read more »
Today, the Education and Workforce Committee passed three bills to make it easier to open high-quality charter schools and preserve the integrity of professional boxing. Following the markup, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) said: “Every student in America deserves a strong, high-quality education. By passing these bills, my colleagues and I are continuing to advocate ... Read more »
Tomorrow, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, chaired by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), will hold a hearing titled “Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Mine Safety and Health Administration.” What: Subcommittee hearing titled “Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Mine Safety and Health Administration” When: 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026 Where: 2175 Ra... Read more »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a markup of three bills to strengthen charter schools, expand educational opportunity, and protect professional boxers: "This morning, we are marking up three bills. Taken together, these bills will help children get an excellent education, equip students with the s... Read more »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement praising President Trump’s first year in office: “Under President Trump’s leadership, American students and our workforce are thriving. Republicans and the Trump administration are cutting red tape and restoring parents’ rights, helping expand charter schools, and right-sizing the Department of Educ... Read more »
Tomorrow, at 10:15 a.m., the Committee on Education and Workforce, chaired by Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), will mark up three bills to strengthen charter schools, expand educational opportunity, and protect professional boxers. What: Full Committee markup of H.R. 7082, Fostering Learning and Excellence in Charter Schools (FLEX) Act; H.R. 7086, Equitable Access to School Facilities Act; and H.R. 4624, ... Read more »
Wednesday, at 10:15 a.m., the Committee on Education and Workforce, chaired by Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), will mark up three bills to strengthen charter schools, expand educational opportunity, and protect professional boxers. What: Full Committee markup of H.R. 7082, Fostering Learning and Excellence in Charter Schools (FLEX) Act; H.R. 7086, Equitable Access to School Facilities Act; and H.R. 4624,... Read more »
Thursday, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, chaired by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), will hold a hearing titled “Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Mine Safety and Health Administration.” What: Subcommittee hearing titled “Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Mine Safety and Health Administration” When: 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026 Where: 2175 Ra... Read more »
Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) applauded House passage of H.R. 2988, Protecting Prudent Investment of Retirement Savings Act, authored by Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee Chairman Rick Allen (R-GA). The bill clarifies fiduciaries must prioritize maximizing retirement returns—not advancing political or social agendas like environmental, soci... Read more »
