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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 18h

For our next episode of Moments with McClellan, I was thrilled to catch up with my old friend and now Lieutenant Governor: @ltgovhashmi.bsky.social! We discuss our time together in the Corner Caucus, how being a “mild-mannered English teacher” prepared her for public office and more.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 20h

Every year, I honor veterans living across VA-04 and name one veteran in the district whose contributions both during and beyond their military service have improved the lives of those in our community. Nominations are now open through October 28th for the 2026 Veteran of the Year!

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 29/09/2026

This #WorldHeartDay, don’t miss a beat! Recognize the risks posed by cardiovascular disease, build healthier lifestyle habits and seek preventative care to stay heart healthy.

Graphic. Background is photo of Black woman jogging. Text reads, “WORLD HEART DAY! RAISING AWARENESS FOR CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE AND PREVENTATIVE CARE.” Logos of Rep. McClellan and World Heart Federation are present.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 28/09/2026

Virginians recognize the historic value of the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District. That’s why I’ve joined the Virginia and West Virginia Congressional delegations to expand its boundaries and preserve these hallowed lands for generations to visit, learn from and enjoy.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 27/09/2026

Today, we honor the Gold Star mothers and families whose loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. Thank you for your courage and resilience in the face of profound loss.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 27/09/2026

For over a thousand years before European settlers arrived, the Chickahominy people lived along the Chickahominy River. This weekend, I joined the 74th Annual Chickahominy Indian Tribe Fall Festival & Pow-Wow to bring greetings and celebrate their history, culture and traditions.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 26/09/2026

I am saddened to hear of Jim Ukrop’s passing. As a businessman, philanthropist and civic leader, there was no bigger booster for the City of Richmond. Jim’s passion for closing the racial divides in the former Capital of the Confederacy knew no limits.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 26/09/2026

Happy National Public Lands Day! This year, we celebrate “Caring for Our Shared America,” honoring the milestones of our nation and its connection to these communal outdoor spaces.

Photo of Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site.

Photo of Richmond National Battlefield Park.

Photo of Petersburg National Battlefield.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 25/09/2026

i lowkey ate with this one Applications for my 2026-2027 Youth Advisory Council are open NOW through OCTOBER 2ND!

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 25/09/2026

Trump wants to repeal the Roadless Rule and open millions of acres to road construction. I led @markwarner.bsky.social, @kaine.senate.gov, @bobbyscott.house.gov, @beyer.house.gov, @repvindman.bsky.social, @repsuhas.bsky.social and @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social in strong opposition to this proposal.

Page one of Virginia Roadless Rule letter.

Page two of Virginia Roadless Rule letter.

Page three of Virginia Roadless Rule letter. Signatures of Rep. McClellan, Sen. Kaine, Rep. Subramanyam, Rep. Vindman, Sen. Warner, Rep. Beyer are present.

Page four of Virginia Roadless Rule letter. Signatures of Reps. Scott and Walkinshaw are present.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 23/09/2026

ICYMI: last week, the House passed the 2026 WRDA. The bill included three initiatives I requested to better manage flood control for the James and Appomattox Rivers, increase funding for the Chesapeake Bay Oyster Recovery Program, and improve water infrastructure for Henrico County!

Tweet from @CraigCaplan with photo of House vote tally. Tweet reads, “415-9: House passed legislation authorizing new water projects for construction by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and feasibility studies for future projects. The biennal Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) now heads to the Senate.”

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 23/09/2026

During this year’s National Food Safety Month, it seems like we face a new food recall or foodborne illness every day after waves of mass layoffs and funding cuts at the FDA. Here are just a few of the recalls you may have missed.

IMAGE IS: GRAPHIC OF RECALLED FOODS: LETTUCE, PORK, JALAPEÑOS, FROZEN BERRIES, READY-MADE MEALS AND EGGS

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 23/09/2026

The CEOs of Anthropic, OpenAI and xAI have called for greater government oversight of frontier AI models. President Trump dismissed these concerns as a “conspiracy.” Congress seems asleep at the wheel. Read more in my newsletter below ⬇️

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Weekly Newsletter, 9.23.26 | Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 22/09/2026

Republicans failed to repeal the ACA because it’s popular. Instead, they have tried to inflict death by a thousand cuts through as many schemes as they can to undermine it. Everyone deserves to access the care they need it when they need it. I’ll keep fighting to ensure they get it.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 22/09/2026

The Freedom Riders faced a violent backlash across the Deep South leading to the ban on racial discrimination in interstate transportation and terminal facilities on this day 65 years ago. We can repay that debt by fighting to ensure the progress they gained does not slip away.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 22/09/2026

Despite much work left to be done, last week was the House’s final week in session before the midterms. Keep watching to see what you missed.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 21/09/2026

Wishing the Jewish community a meaningful Yom Kippur this year.

IMAGE IS: GRAPHIC OF HORN WITH TEXT THAT SAYS, “YOM KIPPUR -THE DAY OF ATONEMENT”

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 20/09/2026

Like any tool, AI has the potential for good and harm. Experts have repeatedly warned that we need federal action to prevent the harms. ICYMI: I joined @alivitali.bsky.social on @waytooearly.bsky.social to call in Congress to act.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 20/09/2026

988 plays a crucial role in connecting Americans to the care they need. I joined @dorismatsui.bsky.social, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, @beyer.house.gov, @reptroycarter.bsky.social, and @balint.house.gov to discuss our bills to sustain the crisis response infrastructure behind 988.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 18/09/2026

When hospitals close their labor and delivery units, pregnant patients have to travel farther for care. For rural communities, this can mean the difference between life and death. During a Health Care Subcommittee hearing, I shared how the Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act that I cosponsor will help.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 18/09/2026

As nuclear facilities reach the end of their usable lives, we need a long-term plan for managing nuclear waste and modernizing our infrastructure. During an @energycommerce.bsky.social hearing, I discussed with the Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Energy how the Administration plans to do that.

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New Dems @newdems.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Republicans have once again done one of the only things they are good at: skip town. Statement from New Dem Leadership.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 17/09/2026

Happy African Diaspora Month! As a state senator, I made Virginia the first state to designate September as African Diaspora Month. In Congress, I’m working to do the same nationwide. Yesterday, I co-hosted African Diaspora Day on the Hill to honor the rich contributions of the African diaspora.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 17/09/2026

On this date in 1787, delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed a document creating a government by, of and for the people. I swore an oath to preserve, protect and defend the U.S. Constitution.

IMAGE IS: PHOTO OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION PREAMBLE

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 17/09/2026

Today, I voted in favor of four bills that take a first step in ensuring that the burden of rising energy costs falls on the large-load customers who create increased demand. Here’s what you should know about the Ratepayer Protection Act and other bills to ensure data centers pay their fair share 🧵

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 16/09/2026

Though I support implementing sanctions against Russia, I cannot support a sanctions bill that grants the Trump Administration greater tariff authority to prolong and intensify ongoing economic uncertainty. Here’s why I voted no on H.R. 5334 🧵

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 16/09/2026

Like any tool, AI has the potential for transformative benefits and harms. Last week, a former Anthropic employee went public with concerns that AI could “kill us all by the end of the decade.”Since then, calls for greater government oversight have been dismissed as a "conspiracy."

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 16/09/2026

Yesterday, Rep. Thomas Massie introduced a resolution to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. Under the rules, the House must vote on that resolution within two legislative days. Rather than allowing that vote, Speaker Johnson just canceled tomorrow’s vote series and sent us home for 7 weeks.

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Senator Tim Kaine @kaine.senate.gov · 16/09/2026

Last week in Richmond, @mcclellan.house.gov , @dannyavula.bsky.social, Virginia Health and Human Resources, local leaders, and I discussed how rising costs of gas, groceries, housing, and child care are squeezing families. We're going to keep fighting to lower costs.

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New Dems @newdems.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Tonight, House Democrats voted to rein in Trump and find a way to responsibly end his war in Iran so that we can put an end to the skyrocketing costs that are crushing working Americans. Statement from New Dem Leadership.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 15/09/2026

Today, the House voted to table Articles of Impeachment against Donald Trump over his abuse of power and weaponization of ICE and Border Patrol agents, resulting in death, destruction and widespread fear across the country. I voted present. Here’s why 🧵

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 15/09/2026

Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth! Today, we begin a month-long celebration of the diverse cultures and rich history of Hispanic Americans across the country.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 15/09/2026

Happy National Voter Registration Day! With early voting starting in Virginia this Friday, today is a good time to register to vote or check your registration at the Virginia Dept. of Elections using the link below.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 15/09/2026

Good news! The Supreme Court just rejected the Trump Administration’s attempt to inject chaos into the midterms and blocked new U.S. Postal Service rules limiting delivery of mail-in ballots. Learn more ⬇️

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The Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail voting restrictions for this year's midterms

The Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration's request to allow mail-in voting restrictions under a U.S. Postal Service plan for the midterm general election.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 12/09/2026

Shana Tova! Wishing the Jewish community a happy Rosh Hashanah and many blessings for the new year.

Photo is a graphic of apples, honey and pomegranates, with text that reads: ROSH HASHANAH, SHANA TOVA!

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 11/09/2026

The House was back in recess to celebrate Labor Day, and I had another busy week in the district. Keep watching to see what you may have missed.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 11/09/2026

Today, we remember and honor the nearly 3,000 people killed 25 years ago in terrorist attacks on the Twin Towers and the Pentagon and those on UA Flight 93 who sacrificed their lives to save countless others. We also show our gratitude to the first responders who rushed into danger to save lives.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 10/09/2026

The American people are facing a cost-of-living crisis that leaves them struggling to afford food, housing and more. I joined @kaine.senate.gov, @dannyavula.bsky.social and more for a roundtable to discuss how our officials and providers are handling increased demand with fewer resources.

Photo of Rep. McClellan smiling with Senator Kaine and other roundtable participants.

Photo of Rep. McClellan taking notes from Secretary of Health Figueroa.

Photo of Rep. McClellan and Senator Kaine listening to roundtable participant.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 09/09/2026

This is deeply alarming. It’s past time we demand greater government oversight of AI before the quest for profit ends humanity.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 09/09/2026

The American people are sick of being collateral damage in Trump’s reckless quest to enrich his billionaire friends, line his own pockets and drag our country into unnecessary wars. I urged Congress to act before it’s too late during last week’s @cbc.house.gov Special Order Hour.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 09/09/2026

I finished out the August recess delivering community project funding to Virginia’s Fourth District, holding town halls in Surry and Hopewell, and holding a health care roundtable as part of Protect Our Care’s “Sick of It” tour. Read more about my August recess in the newsletter below ⬇️

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Weekly Newsletter, 9.9.26 | Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 09/09/2026

It was a beautiful day to be in Charles City County to present $1 million in community project funding for the Sewer Collection System Modernization Project.

Photo of Rep. McClellan and Charles City County officials holding giant check.

Photo of Rep. McClellan speaking at check presentation.

Photo of Rep. McClellan smiling with Charles City County Board of Supervisors Chair Byron M. Adkins Sr.

Photo of Rep. McClellan examining historical map of Charles City County.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 08/09/2026

After Trump dragged us into yet another trade war with an ally, Canada’s reciprocal tariffs take effect today. Here’s why this matters for you.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 08/09/2026

This #988Day, we celebrate the vital role 988 call centers play in connecting individuals to the mental health assistance they need. I introduced a bill with @moulton.house.gov to expand access to this care and ensure that insurers are covering and further strengthening these services.

Graphic is an image of a human head and speech bubble and reads: “988 DAY. IF YOU’RE EVER STRUGGLING WITH MENTAL HEALTH OR NEED EMOTIONAL SUPPORT, REACH OUT TO THE NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH HOTLINE: 988.”

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 04/09/2026

This House was back in session this week after August recess. Keep watching for what you may have missed this week.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 03/09/2026

When diesel buses idle unnecessarily for long periods of time, the emissions harm our children, especially those with asthma. That’s why some states and localities have adopted restrictions on unnecessary idling.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 02/09/2026

I spent the August recess meeting with Virginians, health officials and providers to discuss the impact of the Big Ugly Law on access to health care. They painted a dire picture. I shared what I heard during this week’s @cbc.house.gov special order hour.

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan @mcclellan.house.gov · 01/09/2026

During the August recess, members of @cbc.house.gov heard from constituents how the policies of the Trump Administration’s Big Ugly Law have made the cost-of-living crisis even worse as costs continue to skyrocket. Last night, I anchored a Special Order Hour to share what we heard.

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