Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) and Senator Mitch McConnell (KY) introduced the bicameral Mammoth Cave National Park Boundary Adjustment Act. This bill would give the park the ability to acquire an additional 551.14 acres of land from the Nature Conservancy. This newly acquired land would enhance protections in the Green River watershed, further conserving the area’s wildlife and cultural... Read More »
This week, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) hosted two events to celebrate and honor the winners of both the 2024 Congressional App Challenge and the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. Both events were held on the campus of Barren County High School. “I am so proud to see the hard work that our local students put into their submissions for both the Congressional App Challenge and Congressional ... Read More »
Bowling Green, KY – Yesterday, April 22, 2025, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) welcomed Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum to Kentucky’s Second District for a tour of Mammoth Cave National Park. Secretary Burgum visited the park to celebrate National Park Week and to discuss the importance of preserving our public lands for Americans to enjoy. The visit included a guided cave tour by National... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In case you missed it, last week, House Committee on Energy and Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) spoke during a Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade hearing titled The World Wild Web: Examining Harms Online. Chairman Guthrie’s remarks focused on the committee’s plans to enact meaningful online safety measures to protect our children and highlighted the story... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) presented winning Louisville area student groups awards for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition. The Congressional App Challenge allows middle and high school students to compete with peers in their own Congressional District by creating and exhibiting their software applications, or “apps,” for mobile, tablet, or computer devices ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) released the following statement following Senator Mitch McConnell’s (R-KY) announcement that he will not run for re-election next year. “It has been an honor to serve with Leader McConnell representing the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Leader McConnell is one of the most consequential figures in American and Kentucky political history, and his cons... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) announced the start of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Kentucky’s Second District. “I’m encouraging all high school students, who enjoy creating art, to participate in the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. Each year I enjoy hosting this competition, and I’m always impressed with the artistic talent of students across Kentucky’s Seco... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), released the statement below following President Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States: “Today is a momentous day in the history of our nation. The inauguration of President Donald Trump will help usher in a new era that is dedicated to putting the American people first. President Trump, alongside House Republic... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) released the following statement announcing Lauren Hodge will be his next Chief of Staff for his KY-02 office: “Today, I am proud to announce that Lauren Hodge will serve as my next Chief of Staff and lead my team on behalf of Kentucky’s Second District. Lauren is an experienced Capitol Hill and campaign professional who joins my team after work... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), released the following statement after being sworn in today to serve Kentucky’s Second District for the 119th Congress: “I am humbled at the honor and privilege of continuing serving our Kentucky communities for the next two years in Congress. I look forward to continuing to serve our constituents and provide key constituent services for those ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman-Elect of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, announced the Committee’s Senior Staff members for the 119th Congress: Joel Miller - Chief Counsel Joel Miller will serve as the Chief Counsel of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, managing the policy and legislative strategy of the Committee and overseeing the subcom... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Chairman-Elect Brett Guthrie, released the following statement announcing House Energy and Commerce Committee Subcommittee Chairs and Vice Chairs for the 119th Congress: “Today I am proud to announce the Subcommittee Chairs and Vice Chairs for the House Energy and Commerce Committee for the 119th Congress. The Energy and Commerce Committee will lead the way as we work together t... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Energy & Commerce Committee Chairman-Elect Brett Guthrie, released the following statement announcing two long-time aides will lead the Energy & Commerce Committee as Staff Director and Deputy Staff Director: “Today, I am proud to announce that Megan Jackson will serve as the Staff Director and Sophie Khanahmadi will serve as Deputy Staff Director for the Energy & Commerce Commi... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Energy & Commerce Committee Chairman-Elect Brett Guthrie released the following statement after the House Republican Steering Committee selected ten new members to serve on the Energy & Commerce Committee in the 119th Congress: “Congratulations to the new members of the House Energy & Commerce Committee. I am excited to welcome these outstanding members who each bring unique exp... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), released the following statement after voting for the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act last night which includes funding for the Rip-and Replace Program Congressman Guthrie lead in 2020: “Last night, I voted for the FY2025 NDAA which will not only ensure our nation remains a military superpower, but also improves the quality of life of... Read More »
