“In light of the tragic attack in Manchester last night, I want to extend my prayers to the victims and their families, and my thanks to the first responders. These senseless acts of violence should only strengthen our determination in the fight against terrorism.” Read more

U.S. Reps. Steve Stivers (R-OH) and Terri Sewell (D-AL) recently introduced legislation to allow employer student loan repayment programs to be considered a non-taxable fringe benefit, reducing the tax burden on borrowers. Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Steve Stivers (R-OH) and Representative Terri Sewell (D-AL) introduced the Student Loan Debt Relief Act, a bill which will help employer student loan repayment programs attract more graduates and help borrowers pay fewer taxes on their education. This legislation will allow employer student loan repayment programs to be considered a non-taxable fringe benefit, raising the cap on tax free educational assistance to $10,000. Additionally, it doubles the maximum deduction of student loan interest from $2,500 to $5,000 and allows more young professionals to benefit from these programs. Read more

On October 1, 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed into law a measure to officially designate May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the week in which that date falls as National Police Week. During this week, people across the United States take time to remember and honor law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty protecting our communities. Read more

The following can be attributed to Congressman Steve Stivers (R-OH) regarding the appointment of Robert Mueller as special counsel: "Robert Mueller is a man of the highest integrity and intellect. If there's anyone who knows how to run a thorough investigation, it's him. Between his work and the work of the congressional investigations in both the House and Senate, the American people can rest assured that no stone will be left unturned. We need to follow the facts wherever they lead." -30- Read more

WASHINGTON — Ohio lawmakers from both parties Wednesday praised the former FBI director who will now oversee the Justice Department’s investigation of the Trump administration’s possible ties to the Russians, saying his intellect and experience make him highly qualified Read more

WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, Representatives Steve Stivers (R-OH) and Jackie Speier (D-CA) reintroduced the Energy Tax Fairness Act, a bipartisan bill which will help manufacturers and businesses reduce energy costs, mitigate pollution, and bring much needed parity to the Tax Code for participants in the distributed energy generation market. Read more

Today, the Financial Services Committee started the mark-up process for the Financial CHOICE Act, an important step in the effort to bring choices and opportunity to the American people. The regulations that resulted from the Dodd-Frank Act in the wake of the financial crisis have caused more harm than good for consumers, sometimes even preventing some from getting loans for cars or homes, while failing to guard against future crisis. Read more

WASHINGTON – Last week, Congressman Steve Stivers (R-OH) and Congressman Tim Walz (D-MN) reintroduced legislation to address Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in the veteran community. The Veterans Dog Training Therapy Act would establish a pilot program for veterans so they may address their PTSD through therapeutic dog training and handling. Read more

"The regulations stemming from Dodd-Frank have caused great harm to consumers – including preventing some Americans from getting loans to buy a car or house – while doing little to protect us from future crisis," Stivers said. "The Financial CHOICE Act will reduce regulations and encourage economic growth and opportunity. I am proud to support this legislation." Read more