August 1, 2022
Dear Friend,
Last week, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released data that shows the U.S. economy shrank 0.9% in the second quarter of 2022. Under the Biden Administration, Mississippians and all Americans are forced to pay more for everything from gas to groceries. The national average for a gallon of gas is $4.33 - nearly $2.00 more than when President Biden took office. While Americans suffer, Democrats have repeatedly prevented consideration of the Republican-backed American Energy Independence from Russia Act (H.R. 6858). Despite opposition, my colleagues and I will continue to fight for commonsense, pro-growth policies that will bring relief to hardworking Americans and their families. |
Mississippi's aerospace and defense industries play an important role in America's national defense capabilities. In the First District and across the state, they provide excellent jobs to our citizens, improving their quality of life. Stark Aerospace, a Columbus-based defense and aerospace firm, manufactures a diversified portfolio of advanced and technologically sophisticated systems and components. From its 136,000 sq. ft. facility near the Golden Triangle Regional Airport, Stark Aerospace's current work includes missile systems, electro-optics and infrared (EO/IR) systems, electronic systems assembly, repair and overhaul, and UAV and commercial composite aerostructures. Stark's customers comprise a variety of aerospace and defense companies including direct contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).
David Alabed, Stark Aerospace CEO, commented, “For the past 15 years, we proudly call Mississippi home and remain enthusiastic about the services, components, and systems we produce. Our objective is to grow our workforce and provide many more years of lasting growth for Stark, the GTR region, and Mississippi.”
As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I am proud of Mississippi's aerospace and defense industries and will continue to advocate on their behalf. |
As your Representative, it is an honor to nominate young people from Mississippi's First Congressional District who want to attend America's prestigious service academies. Academy Day 2022 will provide an opportunity for students, parents, and educators to learn more about the process. Representatives will be participating from the following institutions: U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Marion Military Institute, University of Mississippi ROTC, and Mississippi State University ROTC. For more information, please contact Robert Smith at (662) 687-1540 or Robert.Smith@mail.house.gov |
I am pleased to announce that our office is participating in the Congressional App Challenge (CAC). Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives hosts the Congressional App Challenge. This is an annual coding competition designed to encourage middle school and high school student participation in computer science and coding, regardless of experience. It is an opportunity for students to compete against other peers within their district by creating an original application in a variety of programming languages and on different platforms. Students' winning apps will be eligible to be displayed in the United States Capitol Building and featured on the U.S. House of Representatives’ website, House.gov. Student winners will be invited to attend the #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington, D.C.
The deadline for students to register and submit their app online is November 1st. Applicants can register for the competition and submit their apps on the Congressional App Challenge Website.
If you need assistance, please call Melinda Whited at (662) 687-1525 or send an email to Melinda.Whited@mail.house.gov
Mississippi's First Congressional District 2021 Congressional App Challenge winner Antrevious Hunt (Louisville High School) |
I am pleased to introduce Ryan Cummings! The University of Mississippi student is serving as an intern in Oxford, working with our Field Representative Robert Smith. The Corinth native is majoring in Public Policy Leadership and Accounting. "I wanted to participate in Congressman Kelly's internship program to gain real-world experience in the field of public policy." For more information about internships in both Washington, D.C., and the First District, please click on the link. |
Lee Mitchell and Nikki Woodard with Edward Jones
Her Excellency Mathilde Mukantabana, Ambassador of the Republic of Rwanda to the U.S.
His Excellency Mikko Hautala, Ambassador of Finland to the U.S., and Deputy Attache' Lieutenant Harri Korhonen
National Defense University
National Guard Association of the United States 2022 Capitol Summit participants |
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Rep. Trent Kelly (MS-01)
Member of Congress
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