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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.

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Proudly representing Georgia's 2nd Congressional District. Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture. fb.me/sanfordbishop

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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 20h
Each year, I have the extraordinary privilege to nominate exceptional young men and women to our nation's service academies. The opportunity for a fully-funded education and the high honor of attending a service academy make these nominations extremely competitive.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 07/10/2026
I am proud to host a Congressional App Challenge for middle & high school students in GA's 2nd Congressional District! The CAC is a nationwide event, where students can work as individuals or on teams to create an application, or “app,” for web, PC, tablet, mobile or other platform of their choice.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 05/10/2026
See my statement regarding the mass shooting in Vienna, GA, early this morning (Oct. 4). bishop.house.gov/media-center...
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 02/10/2026
Last week, I visited Middle GA Community Foodbank in Macon. Food banks & community organizations that help fight hunger are feeling the strain, as the cost of groceries has gone up over the past year & a half. Food banks like this, across the country, are struggling to keep up with increased demand.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 01/10/2026
Today would have been former President Jimmy Carter's 102nd birthday. I am grateful to have known him, gained insight from him, and called him a friend.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 30/09/2026
Last Wednesday, I visited a Habitat for Humanity site build in Macon, GA. Over the past year and a half, the cost of living has skyrocketed. It is not just more expensive to put food on the table or fill the gas tank, it is also harder to buy or rent a home.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 29/09/2026
Earlier this month, I met with the Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association. Georgia is a forestry leader and the #1 exporter of forest products in the nation.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 28/09/2026
Earlier this month, I met with members of the American Counseling Association. We discussed how important mental healthcare is in Georgia, but many counties and rural communities face a shortage of providers.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 25/09/2026
Last week, I met with the International Fresh Produce Association. Georgia is a leading state for watermelon, blueberries, and cucumbers. We rely on specialty crop growers to supply fresh produce for hardworking families.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 20/09/2026
For those observing Yom Kippur, may this sacred day of reflection and renewal bring you peace and purpose. G’mar Chatima Tovah!
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 18/09/2026
This week, I met with the Georgia Corn Growers’ Association. Even though this year’s corn yield is estimated to be the second highest corn harvest in history, this good news is undercut because ag production costs have skyrocketed over the past year and a half.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 17/09/2026
Today, I was glad to meet with Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, the President and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine in Georgia.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 16/09/2026
Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. America’s democracy works best when all citizens are empowered to vote. That starts w/ being registered to vote. Today is a great day to confirm your registration, help someone you know register, & make your plan to vote in upcoming elections. mvp.sos.ga.gov
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 11/09/2026
As we commemorate the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on our nation, we remember those that we lost and honor the heroes who put their lives on the line to save others.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 08/09/2026
President Trump has not kept his promise to bring gas prices down to $2/gal. Instead, he is chaotically applying tariffs & using taxpayer dollars for an unending, unauthorized war in Iran which has skyrocketed the price of diesel, fertilizer, & other inputs our American farmers need to keep us fed.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 07/09/2026
Happy #LaborDay! Today, we honor the workers whose skill, dedication, and contributions keep our communities thriving. I will continue to work hard in Congress to support good-paying jobs, and fight for strong worker protections as well as an economy where hard work pays off.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 04/09/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 04/09/2026
Last month, I got to visit with many communities across Georgia’s Second Congressional District to talk about their concerns and how I am working in Congress to support law enforcement and invest in public safety as well as the wellbeing of children.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 03/09/2026
Last month, I had the pleasure of visiting the new Ignite College & Career Academy’s Ag and Cannery Facility at Sumter County High School. This will help educate the next generation of ag producers, workers, and industry leaders, as well as connect them with local farmers and ranchers today.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 02/09/2026
This week, I am in DC for votes, but throughout August I was in different parts of the Second Congressional District. I spoke at the Valley Healthcare System legislative gathering in Columbus and visited Primary Care Southwest Georgia’s health center in Blakely.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 01/09/2026
This afternoon, I voted for a bipartisan, temporary funding bill that will keep the government open and working for the people through December 11 while Congress works on a full-year funding bill for Fiscal Year 2027. bishop.house.gov/media-center...
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 25/08/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 13/07/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 04/07/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 03/07/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 25/06/2026
As Congress tackles AI policy, I will continue to listen to my constituents and bring their perspectives to the debate and acknowledge how intricately AI affects our lives every day, from work and art to personal privacy and national security.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 25/06/2026
This week, I met with members of the Georgia State Council of Machinists. We discussed artificial intelligence (AI) and its possible effect on our workforce.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 24/06/2026
I represent one of the top milk-producing districts in the nation and have worked to support dairy farmers, protect dairy benefits in WIC, expand milk options in schools, invest in programs that help dairy businesses grow, and provide relief to producers facing higher costs and market disruptions.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 24/06/2026
June is #NationalDairyMonth – a time to thank the farmers, workers, haulers, veterinarians, processors, small businesses, and rural communities who keep milk, cheese, ice cream, and other dairy products on our tables and help keep Georgia agriculture strong.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 21/06/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 19/06/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 16/06/2026
June 1st marked the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. It lasts through the end of November. I have federal & Georgia information on how to be prepared on my website: bishop.house.gov/resources-se...
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 25/05/2026
Decoration Day was established in the aftermath of the Civil War to honor the soldiers who fought to end slavery and bring this country closer to its highest ideals.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 18/05/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 16/05/2026
Congratulations to my longtime staff member and Chief of Staff, Kenneth Cutts, who was recognized by Capitol CNCT (“connect”) as a top 10 Chief of Staff for 2026! www.capitolcnct.com/top-ten-chiefs
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 14/05/2026
Last week, I visited Blakely, Plains, and Albany to present those cities – and Early County – with ceremonial checks representing federal funds I secured in last year’s appropriations bills.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 13/05/2026
This morning, I met with the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, along with my friend and colleague, Rep. Austin Scott (GA-08).
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 16/04/2026
And, last week, I met with the Georgia Forestry Commission in Marion County as part of a series of meetings that I had with ag producers across several counties in the Second Congressional District.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 16/04/2026
On Tuesday, I met with members of the National Alliance of Forest Owners.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 16/04/2026
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 13/04/2026
An Honorable Mention award goes to Jemiah Hall from Dougherty Comprehensive High School, Albany, Georgia, whose artwork is titled, “Soul of the Orchid.”
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 13/04/2026
The 3rd place winner is Makayla Bailey, an 11th grade student at Monroe High School in Albany, Georgia, whose work is titled “Rooted in Remembrance.”
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 13/04/2026
This year’s 2nd place winner, Brianna Edward, is an 11th grade student at Thomasville High School in Thomasville, Georgia, whose work is titled “Moving Forward.”
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 13/04/2026
This year’s 1st place winner is Queasia Arnold, a 12th grade student at Westover High School in Albany, Georgia, whose work is titled, “Chin Up.”
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 13/04/2026
I am happy to have hosted the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for high school students in Georgia’s Second Congressional District. Participants and winners were recognized this past Saturday at the Albany Museum of Art.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 10/04/2026
Tariffs, wars, and disaster relief along with federal cuts to basic needs, like healthcare, housing, education, and energy programs are making it more expensive to live and work in agriculture and rural America.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 10/04/2026
I was honored to emcee and deliver an update from Congress at yesterday’s Ham & Eggs Legislative Breakfast at Fort Valley State University. Every year it brings together local, state, federal, and agricultural leaders along with educators and students.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 09/04/2026
Georgia is a powerhouse when it comes to agriculture, especially Middle & Southwest Georgia. We produce the highest number of peanuts, pecans, & broilers in the country. Our state is one of the top producers of cotton, eggs, watermelon, & other food & fiber that helps feed, clothe, & build America.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 09/04/2026
The work that I do in Congress, alongside Senators Ossoff and Warnock, complements the work being done at the state level by Governor Kemp and the state legislature to help keep hospitals open and healthcare affordable and accessible close to home.
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Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. @bishop.house.gov · 09/04/2026
I was able to share the work I am doing in Congress to protect programs and funding that support our hardworking ag producers weather these uncertain times. I talked about some of the legislation I have introduced and the work I am doing across the aisle to help.
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