U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (R-Mascoutah)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (R-Mascoutah)
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Rep. Mike Bost addresses office closure and comments on Trump's executive order
Rep. Mike Bost announced a temporary closure of his Effingham office due to maintenance while also voicing support for President Trump's recent executive order regarding paper straws.
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Hearing examines management issues in VA's education services under Biden-Harris Administration
Rep. Derrick Van Orden, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, led an oversight hearing focused on the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) Education Services.
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Veterans groups express support for proposed ACCESS Act
In January, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost and Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Jerry Moran introduced the Veterans' ACCESS Act of 2025.
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Mike Bost discusses key issues with law enforcement leaders
Rep. Mike Bost shared updates about his recent engagements focusing on community safety, infrastructure development, and government efficiency reforms between February 8-10, 2025.
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Rep. Mike Bost discusses energy policy and veterans' rights
In early February 2025 tweets, Rep. Mike Bost addressed key issues including national energy security through fracking legislation support and veterans' rights concerning financial management by the VA while also highlighting Illinois's historical...
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Mike Bost addresses lawsuits and legislation in recent tweets
In recent tweets dated February 6-7, Rep. Mike Bost discusses key topics including a lawsuit involving federal immigration enforcement led by the Trump administration against Illinois officials JB Pritzker and Brandon Johnson; legislative measures...
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Bost discusses improving veteran transition programs with DoD advisor
House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost met with Darin Selnick, a senior advisor to the Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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Republicans push bill safeguarding Second Amendment rights for fiduciary-assisted veterans
House and Senate Republicans have introduced legislation to address the rights of veterans with fiduciaries concerning the Second Amendment.
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Rep. Kiggans calls for improved accountability within Department of Veterans Affairs
Today, Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-Va.), Chairwoman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, addressed concerns about accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) during a hearing.
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Mike Bost honors veterans and celebrates Reagan's legacy
Rep. Mike Bost recently shared updates on veteran recognition efforts in Illinois and upcoming mobile office hours for Southern Illinois residents via social media posts dated February 5-6, 2025.
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Rep Mike Bost supports community care program expansion for veterans
Rep. Mike Bost has announced initiatives supporting veterans' healthcare expansion and law enforcement protection while also recognizing historical organizations with new legislation as per his recent social media posts from early February 2025
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Rep. Mike Bost discusses border security measures with Mexico
Rep. Mike Bost shared insights on international agreements with Mexico regarding border security and domestic concerns about veteran healthcare accessibility in rural areas through recent tweets dated February 3-4, 2025
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Doug Collins confirmed as new VA Secretary by Senate
House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost has expressed his support following the Senate's confirmation of Douglas A. Collins as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Rep. Mike Bost celebrates Southern Illinois' youth nominated for service academies
Rep. Mike Bost praised Southern Illinois' youth for being nominated for service academies through tweets posted on January 31st and February 1st, highlighting their commitment to community service and education excellence as they gathered with...
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Rep. Mike Bost addresses federal funding concerns and new committee role
Congressman Mike Bost clarifies misconceptions about federal funding while highlighting his appointment to an influential agricultural subcommittee.
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Rep. Mike Bost discusses immigration policies and federal funding on social media
Rep. Mike Bost voiced his opinions on immigration reforms and federal funding via social media posts dated January 28, 2025.
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Bost and Moran propose legislation improving veteran healthcare access
House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost and Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Jerry Moran have introduced new legislation aimed at enhancing access to healthcare for veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs...
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Rep. Mike Bost reflects on Holocaust Remembrance Day and GOP conference
In tweets dated January 27, 2025, Rep. Mike Bost addressed both solemn remembrance and political strategy as he commemorated Holocaust Remembrance Day and participated in a Republican conference in Florida discussing plans under President Trump's...
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Rep. Mike Bost announces key legislative actions in recent tweets
Rep. Mike Bost shared updates about significant legislative actions through tweets dated January 23, 2025.
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Congress examines VA's handling of veteran gun rights
Rep. Morgan Luttrell, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs, addressed the issue of veterans' rights in a recent oversight hearing.