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Congressman Bean Back from Trip to Israel, as War Intensifies

WASHINGTON—U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) has returned from a recent Congressional Delegation (CODEL) trip to Israel, where he met with top Israeli officials and witnessed firsthand the aftermath of attacks by Hamas. During the trip, Congressman Bean and his colleagues visited various sites, including the Nova Music Festival site and Kibbutz Nir Oz, where Hamas carried out brutal attacks.Speaking about his trip, Congressman Bean emphasized the importance of supporting Israel during these challenging times. He stated, “We cannot abandon Israel in her darkest hour. We...

By NE Florida News | Apr 18, 2024

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Bean Bill to Help Florida Businesses During Hurricane Season Passes Committee, Sets Stage for House Floor Vote

WASHINGTON—Today, the House Committee on Small Business favorably reported H.R. 7948, the Rural Small Business Resilience Act. The bill, authored by U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04), Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02), and Congressman Tracy Mann (KS-01) would require the Small Business Administration (SBA) to improve access to disaster assistance and relief programs for rural business owners to efficiently mitigate effects of natural disasters."In the wake of a natural disaster, making sure small businesses can get back up and running is...

By NE Florida News | Apr 17, 2024

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House Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Support Missing and Exploited Children

By NE Florida News | Apr 9, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed S. 2051, the Missing Children’s Assistance Reauthorization Act of 2023, in a bipartisan effort to support missing and exploited children. The legislation, championed by various lawmakers, aims to provide crucial updates to assist the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) in responding to crimes affecting children and preventing child victimization and exploitation.Congressman Aaron Bean, one of the authors of the House companion bill, expressed the significance of reauthorizing the MCAA, stating, "As a father of...

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Congressman Bean Votes ‘No’ on Second Tranche of FY24 Spending Bills

By NE Florida News | Mar 22, 2024

WASHINGTON—Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) took a firm stance against the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024, a $1.2 trillion package of six appropriations bills, by voting 'No' during the House session. In a statement following the vote, Congressman Bean expressed his concerns regarding the fiscal implications and national security aspects of the bill."Congress’ spending addiction must come to an end. I voted against today’s minibus not only for the Fourth District but for all Americans. The 1,012-page appropriations package does not address the critical issues...

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Bean Amendment Protecting Florida from Federal Overreach Passes the House

By NE Florida News | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) praised the House of Representatives’ passage of his amendment to codify Florida’s 404 Program as part of H.R. 7023, the “Creating Confidence in Clean Water Permitting Act.”Speaking on the House floor, Congressman Bean expressed his excitement, stating, “I’m excited to share that my amendment to protect Florida’s 404 Program from federal overreach has passed. We have to be good stewards of our unique natural resources in the Sunshine State, and my amendment continues to give Florida the flexibility to make the...

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Congressman Bean Announces Over $147 Million in Funding for Downtown Jacksonville

By NE Florida News | Mar 11, 2024

On March 11, 2024, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) revealed that the City of Jacksonville is set to receive a substantial financial boost of $147,089,058 for its downtown revitalization project, the Emerald Trail. The funding, provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation, aims to enhance transportation access and safety while restoring community connectivity in underserved areas.Congressman Bean expressed his enthusiasm for the project, highlighting the collaborative effort involved in securing the significant grant. He stated, "I’m excited to have worked with...

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Congressman Bean Reacts to President Biden’s State of the Union Address

By NE Florida News | Mar 7, 2024

WASHINGTON—Tonight, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) shared his thoughts on President Biden's final State of the Union address. Congressman Bean expressed his concerns about the current state of the nation and his vision for the future.Bean criticized Biden's administration, stating, "since day one his administration has been defined by divisive policies that are the wrong approach for Florida families and workers." He described the state of the Union under President Biden as one of "decline," highlighting issues such as inflation, rising gas and grocery prices, border...

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Chair Bean to Hold Hearing on Charter School Success

By NE Florida News | Mar 4, 2024

WASHINGTON – Chairman Aaron Bean of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education has announced a hearing to showcase the success of charter schools. The hearing, titled “Proven Results: Highlighting the Benefits of Charter Schools for Students and Families,” is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 10:15 a.m. in the 2175 Rayburn House Office Building.According to Chairman Bean, "Charter schools have a sustained track record of raising students’ academic achievement and improving learning outcomes." He also mentioned that "a 2022 national...

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Baker County in 2021

By NE Florida News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Baker County received $311,599 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Nassau County rise or fall in 2021?

By NE Florida News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Nassau County received $465,401 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Baker County farmers in 2021 reached $72,478

By NE Florida News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Baker County received $72,478 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Nassau County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By NE Florida News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Nassau County received $264,415 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Congressman Bean Announces 2024 Military Service Academy Nominations

By NE Florida News | Feb 15, 2024

WASHINGTON—U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) has announced his nominations for the 2024 U.S. Service Academies for Florida's Fourth Congressional District. The announcement was made during a special ceremony at Naval Air Station Cecil Field in Jacksonville.Congressman Bean expressed his pride in being able to provide nominations for students who wish to serve the nation in uniform by attending one of the five U.S. Service Academies. He stated, "One of the top honors I have in Congress is to provide nominations for the brightest and boldest students wishing to serve our...

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Bean Backs Mayorkas’ Impeachment

By NE Florida News | Feb 13, 2024

U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean from Florida has voted in favor of impeaching Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Bean accuses Mayorkas of neglecting his duties, refusing to enforce the nation's laws, and putting American lives at risk. During Mayorkas' tenure, there have been staggering numbers of illegal crossings, with over 8.3 million nationwide and 7 million at the southern border alone. Additionally, 1.7 million individuals known as "gotaways" have evaded capture, and a record-breaking 169 terrorists have been apprehended while attempting to...

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Chairman Bean Delivers Opening Remarks at Hearing on Protecting Missing and Exploited Children

By NE Florida News | Feb 6, 2024

WASHINGTON—Today, Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education Subcommittee Chairman Aaron Bean (FL-04) delivered a statement at a hearing titled "Protecting Missing and Exploited Children." Chairman Bean began by expressing gratitude towards Ms. DeLaune for her service to missing children and emphasized that the safety and protection of children are a top priority for the Committee.Chairman Bean then provided a brief overview of the world he grew up in, highlighting the shift in society's perception of unsupervised outdoor activities and the increasing concerns...

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TOMORROW: Bean to Hold Hearing on Protecting Missing and Exploited Children

By NE Florida News | Feb 5, 2024

On Tuesday, February 6, the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education will be holding a hearing titled "Protecting Missing and Exploited Children." The hearing will be chaired by Congressman Aaron Bean of Florida.According to Chairman Bean, "The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children serves as a vital resource for recovering children who are missing and protecting our nation's most vulnerable." He further emphasized the importance of discussing the work and services provided by the NCMEC to families, victims, law enforcement, and the...

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Bean Passes Bill to Rename Melrose Post Office in Honor of Pamela Jane Rock

By NE Florida News | Jan 29, 2024

WASHINGTON—U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) and U.S. Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) have successfully passed a bill to rename the Melrose, Florida post office after local letter carrier Pamela “Pam” Jane Rock. Rock tragically lost her life while delivering mail in northeast Florida.In a heartfelt statement, Congressman Bean expressed his admiration for Rock's dedication and service, stating, “Pam had a servant’s heart, and it was obvious in the way she lived her life. While her time on this earth was tragically cut short, she served the U.S. Post Service with...

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Bean Slams President Biden on House Floor Over Border Crisis

By NE Florida News | Jan 12, 2024

WASHINGTON—Yesterday, on the House floor, U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) criticized President Biden's handling of the border crisis. In his speech, Congressman Bean emphasized the impact of President Biden's open border policies and refuted the false claim that Republicans are to blame for the situation.Mr. Speaker, can you guess how many times President Biden has visited the border in 2023 compared to how many days he went on vacation? 1 versus 138! Maybe if President Biden spent more time at the border, he would understand the chaos his policies have created.This...

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Congressman Bean, Colleagues Introduce "Cabinet Accountability and Transparency Act"

By NE Florida News | Jan 11, 2024

U.S. Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) has introduced the "Cabinet Accountability and Transparency Act," a legislation aimed at ensuring that cabinet officials are held accountable for their absences. The bill requires cabinet officials to inform Congress within 24 hours if they are absent from their job, or if the absence is due to an emergency, the agency must notify Congress as soon as they are aware of the absence.The need for such legislation was highlighted over the weekend when it was revealed that Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin had been secretly admitted to an...

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Bean, Foxx, Williams Demand Answers After NYC Mayor Closes School to House Illegal Aliens

By NE Florida News | Jan 11, 2024

WASHINGTON– Today, Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education Subcommittee Chairman Aaron Bean (R-FL), Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC), and Rep. Brandon Williams (R-NY) have expressed their concerns over New York City Mayor Eric Adams' decision to close James Madison High School in order to house migrants in the school's gym.In a letter addressed to Mayor Adams, the lawmakers expressed their disapproval of the school closure and the subsequent disruption it caused to the students' education. They stated, "It is unacceptable...