Economy and Jobs
“As a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, I am working to cut taxes, bolster our trade agreements, and advance pro-growth policies. I will always advocate for legislation that supports workers, families, farms, and small businesses across West Tennessee.” – Congressman David Kustoff
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Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative David Kustoff (TN-08) announced a total of $917,346 in grants from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under their Community Planning and Development Program. $582,262 will go towards providing housing and a suitable living environment by expanding economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income people. $335,084 will go towards expanding the supply of affordable housing to low- and very low-income families by providing grants to fund housing programs that meet local needs and priorities.
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative David Kustoff (TN-08) announced a $1,024,284 loan and a $1,024,284 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) ReConnect Program for Peoples Telephone Company. This investment will be used to deploy a fiber broadband network in Henry County as well as Houston, Montgomery, and Stewart counties. This will include 642 households spread over 39 square miles.
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative David Kustoff (TN-08) led a member meeting at the United States Department of Agriculture with Secretary Sonny Perdue. They discussed how the Chinese tariffs have hurt America's hardwood lumber industry.
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative David Kustoff (TN-08) questioned Chairman of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, on the state of our national economy and what Memphis' new Amazon facility means for West Tennessee's local economy.
"Under President Trump's economy, we have seen record low unemployment and rising wages for all Americans. It was reassuring to hear from Chairman Powell today that despite advancements in automation, our national and local economy will continue on this upward trend," said Rep. Kustoff.
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. David Kustoff (TN-08) joined Reps. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), Ben McAdams (D-UT), and Ann Wagner (R-MO) to introduce the Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act. This bipartisan legislation would strengthen protections for flood-prone communities like those in West Tennessee. The Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act takes steps to address the fiscally irresponsible cycle of repeated flooding and rebuilding of communities by taking proactive steps to reduce increasing flood risks with federal resources.
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative David Kustoff (TN-08), announced a $31,981,608 loan from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to Gibson Electric Membership Corporation. This loan will provide Lake County, Obion County, Weakley County, Dyer County, and parts of Kentucky with residential and commercial broadband. This investment will create and improve rural e-Connectivity for more than 7,389 households, educational facilities, and three critical community facilities spread over 1,056 square miles.
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, U.S. Representative David Kustoff (TN-08), applauded President Trump for signing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) into law. The USMCA will replace the outdated North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). It will create more balanced, reciprocal trade opportunities that support high-paying jobs and stimulate the United States economy.
WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08), issued the following statement following the House passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The USMCA will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) secured $25 million in critical funding, included in the 2020 Fiscal Year Appropriations Package, to aid in the fight against Asian carp.
WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) voted for H.R. 1158 and H.R. 1856. These two bills make up the 2020 Fiscal Year Appropriations Package and will fund our government until September 30, 2020.