Economy
I believe the majority of Alabamians support spending cuts and implementation of a framework to require Washington to live within its means from here on out. We need to protect taxpayers, ensure our seniors and veterans receive the benefits they rightfully deserve, and change the 'spend now, pay later' culture of Washington.
We have seen continually weak growth in the economy, record high unemployment and thousands of jobs being lost. The time for action is now. In May 2012, I voted to replace the sequester (an idea that originated with President Obama) with targeted cuts that would protect our national security and address the drivers of our national debt. In December 2012, I wrote a letter to Speaker John Boehner, stating my support for spending cuts as the best measure to address the looming fiscal cliff, not tax increases. The absence of spending cuts, paired with tax increases, in the fiscal cliff legislation passed by the House and Senate on January 1, 2013 led to my vote in opposition to this bill.
Additionally, sustainable job creation is critical as we move to strengthen our economy. Every American who wants to work deserves the opportunity to earn an honest living. For the small businesses that provide many of these jobs, it is critical they are given the opportunity to do what they do best, create jobs, not be unnecessarily burdened by red tape or other bureaucratic restrictions.
In short, I believe that the strength of our economy lies in the people and businesses of the United States, not with further government spending.
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CHEROKEE, Ala – On Friday, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) spoke alongside local and national leaders at a landmark ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new $2.4 billion public-private defense industrial facility in Cherokee, Alabama.
The facility in Barton Riverfront Industrial Park is part of a broader public-private effort to strengthen the U.S. maritime industrial base, representing more than $2 billion in combined investment and up to 1,000 new manufacturing jobs for the area.
MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala – “Congressman Robert Aderholt announced today that the U.S. Navy will hold a landmark ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new defense industrial facility in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, currently scheduled for March 20.”
“This 2.2 million square foot facility will now be a symbol of U.S. defense, anchoring shipbuilding and maritime production in Northwest Alabama. This major investment will be truly transformative for the Shoals area,” said Congressman Aderholt.
WASHINGTON — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today welcomed the United States Coast Guard’s decision to establish a new training center at the former Birmingham-Southern College campus, ensuring the historic campus will continue to serve those pursuing education, training, and service to the nation.
WASHINGTON — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today chaired a hearing on the role of community colleges in preparing students for the workforce and strengthening local economies. The hearing included testimony from two leaders from North Alabama: Shawn Morgan of Bevill State Community College in Jasper and Dr. Patricia Sims, president of J.F. Drake State Community & Technical College in Huntsville.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, Congressman Robert Aderholt issued the following statement in response to President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union Address to Congress:
“Tonight, President Trump delivered a strong and inspiring State of the Union Address to Congress. As the President said, America is strong, prosperous, and respected as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary.
WASHINGTON — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) announced today that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding $520,000 to support water system improvements in the Town of Garden City.
This funding was secured through the FY 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act (P.L. 117–328) as part of Congress’s effort to strengthen local water infrastructure and ensure communities have access to safe, reliable water services.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, Chairman of the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, released the following statement applauding House passage of the final four Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 appropriations bills. This completes the work on all twelve annual spending bills.
The final four spending bills passed include Defense; Homeland Security; Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education; and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today announced that the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) has approved a grant of $249,750 to the City of Guin for the Sewer Package Plant Rehabilitation Project.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) announced today that he has secured more than $56 million in federal funding for community and transportation projects across Alabama’s Fourth Congressional District as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) appropriations process. These projects have been approved by the House Appropriations Committee but have not yet been signed into law and will continue through the full legislative process before receiving final approval.
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today released the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed President Donald J. Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” sending the landmark legislation to the President’s desk for his signature: