Ben Cline

Cline Celebrates FCC Decision to Not Approve Verizon’s Changes to Copper-Based Landline Service FINCASTLE, VA – On Friday, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that it did not grant Verizon’s initial application to discontinue copper-based landline services across much of Virginia.…

Cline Demands Answers From FCC About Changes To Copper-Based Landline Service FINCASTLE, VA – Following Verizon’s notification of intent to discontinue copper-based landline services across much of Virginia, Congressman Cline (VA-06) sent a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman…

Cline Votes For Legislation to Protect Local Ratepayers from Costs of Data Centers WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act , of which Congressman Cline is a cosponsor. This bill would require state utility regulators to consider…

PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 147 (Thursday, September 17, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 147 (Thursday, September 17, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E954] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

BANKRUPTCY THRESHOLD ADJUSTMENT ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 146 (Wednesday, September 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 146 (Wednesday, September 16, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5939-H5941] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

HONORING THE LIFE OF RODNEY EAGLE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 145 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 145 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)] [House] [Page H] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

HONORING THE LIFE OF RODNEY EAGLE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 145 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 145 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5633-H5634] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

CATHERINE WATTS CELEBRATES 100TH BIRTHDAY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 139 (Wednesday, September 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 139 (Wednesday, September 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5430-H5431] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office…

Cline Joins Small Business Roundtable in Roanoke ROANOKE, VA – On Friday, Congressman Ben Cline, joined by Small Business Administration (SBA) Deputy Administrator Bill Briggs, participated in a roundtable and resource fair to hear directly from small business owners about the challenges they face.…

Rep. Ben Cline Reintroduces Legislation to Increase Opportunities for Veterans WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA) reintroduced the Veterans Entrepreneurship Act of 2026 , which would allow veterans the opportunity to pursue their small business and entrepreneurial aspirations by giving…

Cline Amendment Passes in NDAA WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including an amendment introduced by Rep. Ben Cline (VA-06) that will direct the Department of War to remove any Chinese-owned and operated point-of-sale…

RECOGNIZING PAMELA IRVINE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)] [House] [Pages H4688-H4689] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING…

Rep. Cline Introduces Legislation to Ensure the DAR’s Membership is Limited to Women WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Ben Cline (VA-06) introduced the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act , which would amend the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)'s federal…

HONORING THE FRONT ROYAL ROTARY CLUB Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H4419-H4420] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

RECOGNIZING HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E679] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

Cline, Virginia Republican Delegation Support Disaster Designation Request For Virginia’s Agricultural Industry WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Ben Cline (VA-06) was joined by Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Congressman John McGuire (VA-05), Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02), and Congressman Morgan…

RECOGNIZING BILL POPE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [House] [Page H3678] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING BILL POPE…

RECOGNIZING GENE COPENHAVER Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3461-H3462] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING…

ICYMI: Rep. Cline Introduced Legislation to Counter CCP Infiltration of Federal Agencies WASHINGTON, D.C. – In case you missed it, today, Congressman Cline (R-VA) introduced the Servicemember Payment Data Privacy and Security Act to ensure federal facilities are not using any Chinese hardware in…

Rep. Cline Introduces Bills to Reform the Congressional Budget Office’s Baseline Projections and Cost Estimates WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA) introduced the Cost Estimate Clarity Act and reintroduced the No Bias in the Baseline Act . Both pieces of legislation aim to…

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT MUST PLAN FOR EMERGENCIES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 56 (Wednesday, March 25, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2684-H2685] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

Rep. Cline Introduces Bill to Reverse Governor Spanberger’s New Sanctuary Policies and Strengthen Federal-State-Local Immigration Enforcement Today, Rep. Ben Cline (VA-06) introduced the 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026, legislation to strengthen federal-local immigration enforcement partnerships by…

Celebrating Virginia’s Agricultural Strength During National Agriculture Month Agriculture defines Virginia’s Sixth District. It shapes our communities, drives our economy, and reflects the character of the people who call the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding regions home. Across rural Virginia,…

Rep. Cline, Sens. Warner, Kaine Urge Secretary Rubio to Secure the Swift Release of Chuck Zimmerman In a bipartisan letter to Secretary Marco Rubio, Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA), Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA), and Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) urged the State Department to prioritize the case of American citizen…

CONTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY STATEMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2483-H2484] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

Rep. Cline Introduces the Protecting Access to American Products Act Today, Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA) introduced the Protecting Access to American Products Act , legislation aimed at streamlining the U.S. trade shipping process during times of supply chain strain and uncertainty. The bill amends…

Reps. Cline, Correa, Lee, and Neguse Introduce the Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026 Rep. Ben Cline (VA-06), alongside Reps. Lou Correa (CA-46), Laurel Lee (FL-15), and Joe Neguse (CO-02), introduced the bipartisan Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026 . The legislation would…

Rep. Cline Introduces Bill to Protect Taxpayers From Eminent Domain Taxes Today, Rep. Ben Cline (VA-06), introduced the No Tax on Takings Act , a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to spare unsuspecting property owners from paying harsh federal taxes on a sale the government compelled them to…

PRESIDENT WASHINGTON'S FAREWELL ADDRESS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 37 (Wednesday, February 25, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2309-H2314] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline The Department of Homeland Security went into a partial government shutdown over Democrats' unreasonable demands. Republicans remained committed to building more homes in the market and driving down costs for American consumers. Celebrating the…

Rep. Ben Cline Votes for SAVE America Act to Safeguard Election Integrity WASHINGTON – Congressman Ben Cline (VA-06) voted in favor of H.R. 22, the SAVE America Act, introduced by Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21). The bill would require proof of citizenship to register to vote, remove non-citizens from state…

PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF S. 1383, VETERANS ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACT OF 2025; PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 2189, LAW- ENFORCEMENT INNOVATE TO DE-ESCALATE ACT; PROVIDING FOR... Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026) [Congressional Record…

HONORING LARRY STANTON WIESE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E130-E131] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

HONORING CAROLYN GRIFFIN Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2099-H2100] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

Rep. Cline asks Governor Spanberger to reconsider ICE executive order Lyra Bordelon | Staunton News Leader Sixth District Representative Ben Cline signed onto a letter critical of Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s recent executive order rescinding state law enforcement cooperation with United States…

BANKRUPTCY ADMINISTRATION IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H626-H628] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

RECOGNIZING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF JAMES WOOD HIGH SCHOOL Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 86 (Wednesday, May 21, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 86 (Wednesday, May 21, 2025)] [House] [Pages H2205-H2206] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

CELEBRATING THE CHRISTENDOM COLLEGE LADY CRUSADERS Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [House] [Pages H1689-H1690] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

CONGRATULATING GLENVAR HIGH SCHOOL BOYS' SWIM TEAM Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 63 (Tuesday, April 8, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 63 (Tuesday, April 8, 2025)] [House] [Pages H1467-H1468] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

CELEBRATING ACCESS INDEPENDENCE'S 40TH ANNIVERSARY Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025)] [House] [Page H1077] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

Casework Staff Mobile Office Hours in Waynesboro A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold casework staff mobile office hours at the Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro, VA on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 12:30 PM until 1:30 PM. A staff member will be available…

Casework Staff Mobile Office Hours in Luray A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold casework staff mobile office hours at the Luray Town Hall (Council Chambers), 45 East Main Street, Luray, VA 22835, on Tuesday, February 25 , 2025, at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. A staff member will be…

Casework Staff Mobile Office Hours in Botetourt County A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold mobile office hours at theBotetourt County Administration Bldg (Mezzanine level), 57 S Center Drive, Daleville, VA 24083, on Tuesday, February 25th, 2025, at 3:00 PM until 4:30 PM. A staff…

HONORING GEORGE WALTON WELLER Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2025)] [House] [Pages H776-H777] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

CONCURRENT RESOLUTION ON THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2025)] [House] [Pages H791-H823] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

Casework Staff Mobile Office Hours in Monterey A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold casework staff mobile office hours at the Highland County Public Library, 31 N. Water Street, Monterey, VA 24465, on Monday, February 24th, 2025, at 3:00 PM until 4:00 PM. A staff member will be…

Casework Staff Mobile Office Hours in Warm Springs A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold casework staff mobile office hours at the Bath County Courthouse, 65 Courthouse Hill Road, Warm Springs, VA 24484, on Monday, February 24, 2025, at 10:30 AM until 11:30 AM. A staff member will be…

Casework Staff Mobile Office Hours in Rockbridge County A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold casework staff mobile office hours at the Rockbridge County Administration Building, 150 S. Main Street, Lexington, VA 24450, on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 , at 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. A…

Rep. Cline Announces Casework Staff Mobile Office Hours in Clarke County A member of Congressman Ben Cline’s staff will hold casework staff mobile office hours at the Clarke County Government Center Main Meeting Room (second floor), 101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville, VA on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025,…

AGENT RAUL GONZALEZ OFFICER SAFETY ACT Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 30 (Thursday, February 13, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 30 (Thursday, February 13, 2025)] [House] [Pages H682-H691] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […