TULSA, OK – Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the jobs report for July 2024, revealing a slowdown in job growth with 114,000 new jobs added, a significant drop from June’s 179,000. The unemployment rate has risen to 4.3 percent, the highest since October 2021, marking the fourth consecutive month of increase. Read more »

TULSA, OK – Republican Study Committee Chairman Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement slamming the Biden-Harris Administration’s plea deal with the terrorists behind the horrific 9/11 attack. Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Kevin Hern’s (OK-01) bipartisan Strengthening State and Tribal Child Support Enforcement Act (HR 7906) passed the Ways and Means Committee with a unanimous vote. Rep. Hern introduced this bill with original co-sponsors Representatives Suzan DelBene (D-WA-01), Lloyd Smucker (R-PA-11), Gwen Moore (D-WI-04), David Schweikert (R-AZ-01), and Darin LaHood… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives Oversight Committee held a hearing on the catastrophic security failure at the Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. “Today's hearing confirmed what we already know— the assassination attempt on July 13th was preventable and happened as the… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after the catastrophic security failure at the Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. “The security failure of last week’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, warrants real accountability,” said Rep. Hern. “In that spirit, the Director of the Secret Service should resign, and… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement celebrating President Trump’s selection of U.S. Senator JD Vance as his running mate. “Senator JD Vance is a champion for conservative values and I am proud to have partnered with him on multiple critical issues in Congress,” said Rep Hern. “JD has been integral to the bicameral work of the… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after the horrific shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania, at President Donald Trump’s rally. “I am grateful for the heroic acts of law enforcement who rushed to ensure President Trump’s safety,” said Rep. Hern. “It is truly a miracle that the bullet only grazed President Trump’s ear. Tammy and I are… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after the passing of former United States Senator Jim Inhofe. “Senator Jim Inhofe was a dear friend and mentor, a titan in Oklahoma, and a highly effective leader in DC,” said Rep. Hern. “Tammy and I are keeping Kay and the rest of the Inhofe family in our prayers. Jim spent his life… Read more »

Washington, DC – Today, Representative Kevin Hern’s (OK-01) Education and Workforce Freedom Act passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee. The legislation would allow 529 plans to be used for additional educational expenses in connection with attending K-12, including homeschooling, and will also expand to include workers obtaining credentials or licenses through career… Read more »

TULSA, OK – Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of President Trump, affirming presidential immunity for official actions.  “This is a win not just for President Trump, but for the Constitution,” said Rep. Hern. “Jack Smith’s prosecution against President Trump is purely political – today’s ruling affirms… Read more »