Kentucky Congressman John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement following House passage of H.R. 582, the Raise the Wage Act.

Chairman John Yarmuth gave the following opening statement at today’s hearing examining the many ways comprehensive immigration reform would help secure our long-term fiscal health and help create a more vibrant and dynamic economy.

Today, 11 House Committee chairs sent a letter to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Mick Mulvaney in opposition to the Trump administration’s proposal to redefine the poverty threshold—a move that would drastically shrink eligibility for public programs such as Medicaid, housing assistance, and free school meals.

Chairman John Yarmuth gave the following opening statement at today’s hearing examining poverty in America and the economic realities facing struggling families.

Chairman John Yarmuth gave the following opening statement at today’s hearing on the costs of climate change and associated risks to the U.S. economy and the federal budget.

Chairman John Yarmuth gave the following opening statement at today’s hearing on single-payer policy considerations and expanding access to affordable health care.

Chairman Yarmuth joined today with Senate Budget Committee Chairman Mike Enzi to announce the appointment of Dr. Phillip L. Swagel to serve as Director of the Congressional Budget Office.

Chairman John Yarmuth gave the following opening statement at today’s hearing on strengthening retirement security for America’s workers.