Press Releases

PANAMA CITY, FL – Dr. Neal Dunn (FL-02) has announced he is hosting a United States Military Service Academy Day for students in Florida’s Second Congressional District. Informational sessions will be held in Columbia, Leon, and Bay counties on March 7th. High school and eighth grade students who are interested in attending a service academy are invited to come, along with… Read more »

Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s State of the Union Address: “Tonight, President Trump painted a picture of hope and prosperity as he laid out his vision for the future of our great country. Over the last three years our country has experienced unprecedented economic growth and strengthened our once depleted… Read more »

Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) released the following statement in response to the Senate’s acquittal of President Trump on the two Articles of Impeachment: “Today’s vote exonerates President Trump and sends a clear message to House Democrats that they’ve wasted Congress’ time and the time of the American people who are fed up with this never-ending partisan… Read more »

Today, President Donald Trump signed Congressman Neal Dunn’s (FL-02) Supporting Veterans in STEM Careers Act into law. This important legislation works to expand veterans’ job and educational opportunities in the sciences. “President Trump recognizes the importance of keeping our promise to America’s heroes and ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed in… Read more »

Today, the House of Representatives passed legislation prohibiting funds from being used in response to Iranian aggression and removed our troops’ legal authority to engage our enemies in Iraq. Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) was strongly opposed and released the following statement in response: “This weekend, the United States Embassy in Iraq was attacked by mortar fire from… Read more »

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn’s (FL-02) legislation to help veterans build STEM careers passed the House of Representatives. S. 153, the “Supporting Veterans in STEM Careers Act,” instructs the National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop a veterans’ outreach plan to connect them with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) job and educational… Read more »

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) applauded the House passage of tax extenders and disaster tax relief as part of the compromised government funding bill. Dr. Dunn has been fighting for routine disaster tax relief since Hurricane Michael hit the Panhandle in October 2018. “The passage of these crucial tax extenders is a big win for Hurricane Michael victims who are still picking… Read more »

Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) released the following statement after U.S. Circuit Judge Paul Kelly Jr. of New Mexico issued his findings in the Florida vs. Georgia water wars case, siding with Georgia: “Judge Kelly’s recommendation is very disappointing and completely ignores the decades of damage that Georgia’s water use has had on families and the ecosystem in Florida.… Read more »

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) supported final passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which continues to rebuild and strengthen our military. The bipartisan legislation is the military’s annual policy bill that authorizes funding levels for our nations National Security and Defense programs. “While the passage of this vital legislation to support our… Read more »

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) applauded Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue on the announcement of block grants to aid timber producers devastated by 2018 disasters. Hurricane Michael caused more than $3 billion in agricultural losses and devasted the timber industry. Timber was not eligible for loss payments in the 2017 Wildfires and Hurricanes Indemnity Program (WHIP). After… Read more »