Lucy McBath

McBath Leads Colleagues in Urging TSA Administrator to Respect the Dignity of Hard-Working Agents In the last year, TSA officers have been forced to work 88 days without on-time payment. Now, leadership has taken away their chairs. Atlanta, GA – Today, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06), is leading…

McBath Bill to Stop Human Trafficking Passes Senate, Heads to President’s Desk Washington, DC – Legislation led Rep. Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) and Chairman of the U.S. House Education and Workforce Committee Tim Walberg (R-Mich.) has passed the Senate unanimously and is headed to the President’s desk to…

McBath, Merkley, Brown Champion Legislation to Improve Educational Outcomes and Experiences Washington, DC—U.S. Representatives Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Shontel Brown (OH-11) have joined U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (OR) to introduce H.R. 10631, the Smaller Class Sizes for Students and Educators Act.…

Representatives McBath, Thompson and Senators Klobuchar, Cassidy Introduce National Hazing Awareness Week Resolution Washington, DC – This week, Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and Glen “GT” Thompson (R-PA-15) are leading a resolution to recognize September 21-25, 2026 as “National Hazing…

Bipartisan Coalition Introduce Resolution Designating “National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week” Resolution promotes adult foundational education, workforce development, and family literacy programs Washington, DC – Representatives Lucy McBath (GA-06), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Frank…

McBath, Thompson, Klobuchar, Cassidy Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution Honoring Connie Clery Washington, DC— Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA) and GT Thompson (R-PA) introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution to honor the life of Connie Clery during National Campus Safety Awareness…

McBath Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Prescription Drug Market Washington, DC — This week, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06) introduced the bipartisan Net Effective Cost Transparency and Prescription Drug Affordability Act of 2026, legislation to increase transparency and…

Government Watchdog Finds Defense Department is Robbing Workers of Fair Wages and Benefits in Report Requested by McBath, Ranking Member Scott Washington, DC – Today, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a new report on the Department of Defense’s (DOD) use of Intergovernmental…

McBath, Lee Introduce Bill To Protect Vulnerable Communities From Violence and Exploitation During Disasters Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15) introduced the FEMA for Safe Recovery Act, legislation that strengthens federal disaster…

McBath, Harder Announce New Legislation to Scale Up Job Training Programs Across the U.S. Atlanta, GA – Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) announced new legislation to scale up local workforce development programs and kickstart a national job training model. The Better…

McBath, Georgia Dems Highlight Governor Brian Kemp’s Final Opportunity to Participate in Summer Meal Program for Hungry Children Atlanta, GA — Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) is once again leading the Democratic members of Georgia’s congressional delegation in urging Governor Brian Kemp to…

McBath Leads House Introduction of Bipartisan READ Act Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06) led the House introduction of the bipartisan and bicameral Reading Excellence and Achievement for Development (READ) Act, legislation which will address America’s literacy crisis…

Rep. Lucy McBath Announces CobbWorks, Inc. Will Receive $1.5 Million Department of Labor Grant Atlanta, GA — Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) announced that CobbWorks, Inc. will be the recipient of a $1.5 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Labor YouthBuild program. This training…

HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF CONGRESSMAN JOHN LEWIS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 118 (Monday, July 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 118 (Monday, July 20, 2026)] [House] [Pages H4675-H4679] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

The Fulcrum: 2026 Democracy Awards Honor Excellence Across Congressional Offices Recognizing offices that elevate public service, modernize operations, and build trust with constituents By David L. Nevins for The Fulcrum The Congressional Management Foundation s Democracy Awards recognize…

McBath, Adams Introduce Landmark Legislation to Address Extreme Temperatures in Prisons Washington, D.C. — This week, Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-6) and Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12),introduced the Extreme Temperatures Injustice in Prisons Act, landmark legislation to protect…

McBath, Scott, Omar Investigate NLRB General Counsel’s Potential Conflicts of Interest Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06), Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, and Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN-05) are questioning National Labor Relations…

McBath Co-Leads Colleagues in Calling for Study on Post-Secondary Outcomes for Students with Disabilities Washington, D.C. — Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06), alongside Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE), and Representative Bobby Scott (D-VA) sent a…

McBath, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Host Press Conference Marking 4 Years of Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Washington, DC — Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) joined Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chairman Mike Thompson (CA-04), Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar (CA-33), Democratic Caucus…

GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)] [House] [Pages H4195-H4200] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] GUN…

McBath Encourages Georgians to Prepare for Severe Weather Atlanta, GA — With the arrival of severe weather threats during the summer months, Rep. Lucy McBath is encouraging residents in Georgia to be prepared. Alongside meteorologist Jim Cantore, McBath recorded her sixth annual public service…

Rep. Lucy McBath Receives 2026 Democracy Award for Best of Bipartisan Collaboration Atlanta, GA — Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and her office have received the 2026 Democracy Award for “Best of Bipartisan Collaboration” by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF). This is the second CMF award…

McBath Hosts Town Hall Event with 8,100 Participants During Gun Violence Prevention & Awareness Month Washington, DC — Last night, U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) hosted an interactive Telephone Town Hall event with featured guest Stephanie Stone, an Associate Director with Everytown for Gun Safety.…

The Hill: Georgia Democrat renews push for federal red flag law By Max Rego The Hill Rep. Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) on Tuesday renewed her push for legislation expanding red flag laws to address gun violence. At a press conference on Capitol Hill, McBath touted her Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order…

McBath, Democratic Women’s Caucus, Thompson, Dingell Highlight Domestic Violence Solutions During Gun Violence Prevention Month Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Lucy McBath (D‑GA‑06), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Crime Subcommittee and a member of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, convened a…

COMMEMORATING JUNETEENTH Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 96 (Monday, June 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 96 (Monday, June 8, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3982-H3988] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] COMMEMORATING…

Crime Subcommittee Ranking Member McBath Hosts Spotlight Hearing on Gun Violence Prevention Washington, DC – Today, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Crime Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) hosted a Spotlight Hearing on Gun Violence Prevention titled “Resilience Innovation: How Communities Are…

NO FUNDS FOR REPEAT CHILD CARE VIOLATIONS ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 94 (Wednesday, June 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 94 (Wednesday, June 3, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3796-H3805] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office…

VETERANS 2ND AMENDMENT PROTECTION ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3684-H3692] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

McBath, Merkley Lead Bipartisan Bill to Tackle Child Care Workforce Shortage Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Oregon) led a bipartisan group of lawmakers to introduce the Early Childhood Workforce Advancement Act. The bipartisan bill…

CRIMINAL HISTORY ACCESS ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E467] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

McBath, Warren, 70+ Lawmakers Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Address Maternal Health Risks During Public Health Emergencies Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) joined Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Representative Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.) in leading more than 70…

MEMORIALIZING LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E459] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TOPS SUPERMARKET SHOOTING IN BUFFALO, NEW YORK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3512-H3517] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

CASHLESS BAIL REPORTING ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3471-H3474] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CASHLESS…

KEEPING VIOLENT OFFENDERS OFF OUR STREETS ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3474-H3480] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

MONITOR ACCOUNTABILITY ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3480-H3486] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] MONITOR…

HONORING DAVID SCOTT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Page H3510] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING DAVID SCOTT (Mrs.…

EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3428-H3434] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

Atlanta News First: Georgia lawmakers press DOJ for details on subpoena for Fulton County election worker information ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Georgia’s two U.S. senators and congressmembers representing Fulton County want to know why the U.S. Department of Justice is demanding the…

ANOTHER BLIGHT ON AMERICAN HISTORY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3379-H3385] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] ANOTHER…

11Alive: ‘The power is still with the people’ | Georgia barber released from ICE detention after 15 months as deportation appeal continues Rodney Taylor, a triple amputee whose case drew national attention, says he plans to continue advocating for detainees still inside Stewart Detention Center. By…

Georgia Public Broadcasting: ‘Continue fighting’: Georgia barber released after 15 months in ICE custody calls for systemic change By Amanda Andrews (Georgia Public Broadcasting) Rodney Taylor and his wife, Mildred, spoke publicly May 11, 2026, for the first time since he was released after 15…

USA Today: Double amputee in Georgia ICE detention shares horrifying story of centers By Irene Wright NORCROSS, GA (USA Today) – Hey, everybody. I m grateful to be here. Rodney Taylor, a 47-year-old double amputee who was released from ICE custody in early May after spending more than 15 months in…

Reps. McBath & Williams, Sens. Ossoff & Rev. Warnock Upgrading Stormwater Infrastructure in East Point East Point, Ga. — U.S. Representatives Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Nikema Williams (GA-05), alongside Senators Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock, are delivering resources to upgrade stormwater…

WANF: Georgia congresswoman raises concerns over ICE detainee’s treatment ATLANTA, Ga. ( Atlanta News First ) - A Georgia congresswoman is raising concerns about the treatment of a detainee inside one of the state's largest immigration detention centers as a metro Atlanta family fought to keep the…

McBath Announces Winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition Atlanta, GA - This weekend, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) hosted students and their families at the Cultural Arts Council Douglasville for her 2026 Sixth District Congressional Art Competition reception and awards ceremony. During the…

McBath Announces Winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition Atlanta, GA — This weekend, Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-06) hosted students and their families at the Cultural Arts Council Douglasville for her 2026 Sixth District Congressional Art Competition reception and awards ceremony. During the…