Rep. Tom Reed

I recently had the pleasure of joining Dr. Kevin Kosar on the “Understanding Congress” podcast, hosted by the American Enterprise Institute. We discussed a committee that has defined much of my career: the House Ways and Means Committee.

Having spent over a decade on this powerful committee—negotiating pivotal legislation like the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act—I’ve seen firsthand how its work impacts every American. From shaping our tax code to influencing trade, healthcare, and social security, Ways and Means sets the course for our nation’s economic and social policies.

If you’re interested in how Congress really works, or want to understand the forces that shape our economy, I encourage you to listen to this episode.

Tune in to the Understanding Congress podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or using the link below:

What Does the House Ways and Means Committee Do? (with Fmr. Rep. Tom Reed) - UnderstandingCongress.org The topic of this episode is, “What does the House Ways and Means Committee do? And how does it do it?” The House Ways and Means Committee is the oldest committee of the United States Congress, first established in 1789 and became a standing committee in 1805. It has jurisdiction over raising re...

I am honored and excited to be in South Korea with FMC, Secretary Pompeo and esteemed former colleagues, highlighting the enduring strength of the U.S.-Korean alliance and our shared commitment to democratic values. Together, we uphold and protect the principles that form the foundation of our cherished democratic system.

Had an incredible time as a panelist at the first-ever Fixing Congress event at the University of Pennsylvania Biden Center last week!

It was a day filled with meaningful discussions on how we can push for more solutions and less polarization in Congress.

Grateful for the chance to connect with old friends and fellow former members of the House and Senate.

Check out the link in bio to dive deeper into our conversations, covered by the Washington Post & the New York Times.

Let’s keep the momentum going!

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Happy Mother’s Day! Thank you to all the wonderful moms who do so much to care for your families. I am especially grateful for my wife, Jean, who is an amazing mother. The kids and I love you very much! I hope everyone enjoys this special day!

We are proud to announce that the 2022 Congressional Art Competition winner is Emry Ardley, a 12th grader at Horseheads High School. His piece "Fallacy of War" will be on display in the U.S. Capitol for one year in the Cannon Tunnel. A special thanks to the professors and students at Elmira College for judging, and thank you to everyone who sent in a submission!

This week we celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week. We care about the travel and tourism industry and its importance in our communities. Thanks to our area’s beautiful destinations and attractions, travel and tourism are an essential part of our economy.

We must never forget the horrors of the Holocaust. Today, we reflect on Holocaust Remembrance Day and honor the memories of all the precious lives lost.