U.S. Rep. Mike Carey (OH)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Mike Carey (OH)
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Winners announced for 2024 Congressional Art Competition by Representative Mike Carey
Representative Mike Carey (OH-15) has announced the winners of his office's 2024 Congressional Art Competition. The annual competition invites students from the Fifteenth Congressional District to submit their artwork, with this year's entries exceeding fifty submissions.
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Representative Carey announces passage of Youth Poisoning Protection Act
Representative Mike Carey (OH-15) has announced the passage of his Youth Poisoning Protection Act, a piece of legislation partially inspired by the tragic 2020 death of Hilliard sixteen-year-old Kristine Jónsson.
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Carey Joins Effort to Prevent U.S. Trade Policy Favoring Foreign E-Commerce
Representative Mike Carey of Ohio has joined the effort to prevent U.S. trade policy from favoring foreign e-commerce operations over U.S.-based ones. Carey announced his co-sponsorship of the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the disparities in current trade policies.In a statement, Carey emphasized the importance of updating trade rules to keep America competitive in the 21st century economy. He expressed pride in working with Representative Brad Wenstrup on this initiative, stating, "Our current trade policy counterintuitively...
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Reps. Mike Carey, Danny K. Davis Introduce Bill to Enhance Medicare Beneficiaries' Access to Breakthrough Medical Treatments
Reps. Mike Carey and Danny K. Davis have put forward bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding access to breakthrough medical treatments for Medicare beneficiaries. The Patient Access to Innovative New Technologies Act, introduced by the two Representatives from Ohio and Illinois, respectively, seeks to streamline regulations to facilitate the availability of cutting-edge medical treatments approved by the FDA through the Breakthrough Device Program.“Our bill will increase access to innovative treatment options for Medicare beneficiaries,” stated Congressman Carey,...
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Rep. Mike Carey Working on Bill to Expand Access to Emergency Medical Services for Seniors
Rep. Mike Carey of Ohio has announced his office is drafting legislation to enhance access to emergency medical services for seniors. The proposed Improving Access to Emergency Medical Services Act aims to allow seniors to receive medical care at home without the need for hospital transportation."Seniors should have the ability to receive ambulatory and emergency medical services at home for minor issues, without having to be transported to hospitals where they could potentially pick up dangerous infections," stated Rep. Carey.The bill, which is still in the works,...
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Congressman Mike Carey Announces Multi-Million Dollar Grant to Expand Rapid Low-Cost Transportation in Ohio
Washington, D.C. - Representative Mike Carey (R-OH) has announced a $41.9 million dollar grant for public transportation improvements in central Ohio. The grant, disbursed by the Department of Transportation, will fund the West Broad Street Bus Rapid Transportation Project in Franklin County, Ohio."Franklin County’s population has exploded in recent years, but unfortunately our transportation infrastructure has not kept up," said Rep. Carey. "This new grant will help ensure that central Ohio has new, low-cost transit options connecting the city of Columbus to the rest of...
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Reps. Mike Carey, Emilia Sykes Unveil Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Pedestrian Safety
Representatives Mike Carey and Emilia Sykes have come together to address the pressing issue of pedestrian safety by introducing bipartisan legislation. Congressman Carey emphasized the need for improved infrastructure, stating, “Our legislation will make our roadways safer for children and families by redesigning crosswalks, roundabouts, sidewalks, and other infrastructure.” Congresswoman Sykes echoed his sentiments, highlighting the importance of finding solutions to ensure people can move around communities without fear, saying, “I’m proud to work alongside Congressman...
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Representative Carey Introduces Legislation to Expedite Help for Families and Children in Need
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Mike Carey (R-OH) introduced legislation to expedite the disbursement of payments to families in need through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program (TANF). "States should not be stockpiling TANF money at the expense of low-income families and children," said Congressman Carey. "Even a short-term delay in receiving TANF benefits can be costly for families struggling to make ends meet.""The TANF program provides a lifeline to families all across our nation that have fallen on hard times, yet the current system allows states...
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Reps. Carey, Thompson Lead Bipartisan Effort to Protect Injured Workers
Reps. Mike Carey and Mike Thompson have taken a bipartisan stand to introduce legislation aimed at safeguarding injured American workers. The Coordination of Medicare Payments and Workers’ Compensation Act — COMP ACT — is a collaborative effort to ensure that individuals facing workplace injuries do not encounter unnecessary hurdles in receiving the support they deserve.Congressman Carey emphasized the importance of the bill by stating, “Hardworking Ohioans should not have to worry about bureaucratic red tape after enduring an injury in the workplace.” Meanwhile,...
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Carey, Chu, Tillis, Hassan Unveil Bipartisan Legislation to Help Family Caregivers
Reps. Mike Carey (R-OH) and Judy Chu (D-CA) joined forces with Sens. Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) to introduce the bipartisan Connecting Caregivers to Medicare Act. The legislation aims to improve coordination between caregivers and Medicare beneficiaries, making it easier for caregivers to access vital health information.Rep. Carey emphasized the importance of supporting family caregivers, stating, “By clarifying what resources are available to caregivers and training 1-800-MEDICARE operators to assist them, we can ease the burden and stress often placed...
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Carey Applauds Passage of Affordable Housing, American Manufacturing Incentives in Bipartisan Tax Bill
Washington, DC - Congressman Mike Carey (R-OH) expressed his appreciation for the passage of a bipartisan tax bill by the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill aims to uplift middle-class families and American manufacturing. Serving on the House Ways and Means Committee, which drafted the bill, Rep. Carey highlighted the positive impact it will have on Ohio families. He stated, "Our bipartisan tax package will deliver real results for Ohio families."The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 is the outcome of bipartisan negotiations between the...
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Congressman Carey Announces Expansion of Affordable Housing, American Manufacturing in Bipartisan Tax Deal
Washington, DC – Congressman Mike Carey (R-OH) has announced the successful inclusion of measures to expand affordable housing and support American manufacturing in a bipartisan tax deal. The House Ways and Means Committee, which Carey is a part of, secured the expansion of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit and the inclusion of incentives for American manufacturing in negotiations with the Democratic-controlled Senate.In a statement, Rep. Carey expressed his pride in the bipartisan tax package, stating, "I’m proud to have fought for a bipartisan tax package that lifts up...
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Ohio Delegation Demands Answers from SSA Over Improper Overpayment
Washington, D.C. - Members of the Ohio congressional delegation, led by Reps. Mike Carey (R-OH) and Emilia Sykes (D-OH), are demanding answers from the acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding improper payments made to beneficiaries.Congressman Carey expressed concern over the long-standing issue of overpayments, stating, "Overpayments have been a problem for at least a decade — if not longer — according to our caseworkers." He also highlighted the troubling fact that the SSA is uncertain about the true extent of the problem, saying, "SSA...
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Rep. Carey’s Bill to Increase Transparency in Health Care Passed by U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC - The U.S. House of Representatives has passed Congressman Mike Carey's Imaging Services Price Transparency Act, a significant step towards increasing transparency in the health care system. The bill requires medical providers to disclose the prices of X-Ray, CT, and MRI scans."Every year, millions of hardworking Ohioans are blindsided by medical costs," Congressman Carey stated. "Our bipartisan bill makes it easier for consumers to know, in advance, the price of an X-Ray or CT scan. This will not only improve transparency in the health care system but also...
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Rep. Mike Carey Congratulates Rep. Mike Johnson on Election to Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC – Congressman Mike Carey (R-OH) expressed his congratulations to Rep. Mike Johnson on being elected as the new speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. "Mike Johnson is a strong conservative leader who has built trust with every section of the House Republican conference. He didn't seek the job of speaker initially, but he is the right person for this moment," said Congressman Carey. In his statement, Carey emphasized the priorities of House Republicans, stating, "House Republicans were elected to rein in runaway federal spending, curb inflation,...
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Reps. Mike Carey (R-OH) and Jared Golden (D-ME) Introduce Legislation to Expand HSA Benefits for Disabled Veterans
Washington, DC – Today, Reps. Mike Carey (R-OH) and Jared Golden (D-ME) introduced legislation to expand Health Savings Account (HSA) benefits for disabled and injured veterans.“We owe every brave man and woman that put on this nation’s uniform a debt of gratitude,” said Congressman Carey. “They served selflessly and should not be burdened by bureaucratic hurdles when attempting to access their health savings...