Representative James Comer, Republican from Kentucky

James Comer

Representative · Kentucky · Republican

James Comer

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Madam Speaker, I rise to implore our colleagues in the Senate to pass the SAVE Act. We have passed this final bill here in the House several months ago, and it has been sitting in the Senate collecting dust. We in Congress have many ideological differences. The importance of a valid voter ID should not be one of those differences. After all, to enter the brand- new Obama Presidential Library, you are required to present a valid ID. I am a Member of Congress, and, obviously, this is my workplace.
RECOGNIZING CHEYENNE PETERSON··Share
Madam Speaker, we are facing a national emergency of fraud in Federal programs that is impacting every American. According to the Government Accountability Office, the Federal Government is estimated to lose between $233 billion and $521 billion annually to fraud across all Federal programs and operations. Earlier this week, we exposed how criminals stole $9 billion in Minnesota's social services programs while senior State officials, including Governor Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, did absolutely nothing to stop it. {time} 1240 This is just the tip of the iceberg.
On H.R. 8464··Share
Madam Speaker, the Fraud Prevention and Accountability Act dramatically enhances how agencies prevent fraud, especially during any future national emergency. It also ensures the governmentwide data analytic resources established to investigate pandemic-era fraud are permanently preserved. Experienced fraudsters understand that when the government responds to a crisis, agencies often let their guard down. Serious failures were exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially for the newly established or rapidly expanded financial assistance and benefits programs.
On H.R. 8312··Share
Biography
James Comer grew up on a family farm in Kentucky and built his career as an agribusiness owner before entering public service. Elected to represent Kentucky’s 1st congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2016, Comer focuses on agricultural policy, government oversight, and rural economic development. As Chair of the House Oversight Committee, he has led high-profile investigations into federal agency operations and promoted transparency in government spending. Comer’s legislative work includes advocating for farmers’ interests and rural broadband expansion, reflecting his commitment to practical solutions that address constituents’ daily lives. He approaches his role with a results-driven mindset, prioritizing accountability and responsiveness to the communities he serves.
Education
  • B.S. in Agriculture, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
    1993
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2016-Present

    Representing Kentucky's 1st district

  • Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture

    2012–15

  • Member, Kentucky House of Representatives

    2001–12

  • Businessman

  • Farmer

Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics55%
Labor and Employment9%
Congress9%
Public Lands and Natural Resources6%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from James Comer's record in Congress.

  • Oversight Committee Leadership

    Served as Chair of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee, leading investigations into government operations and spending.

  • Hemp Legalization Advocacy

    Championed federal legislation to legalize industrial hemp, contributing to its inclusion in the 2018 Farm Bill.

  • Rural Broadband Expansion

    Secured funding to expand high-speed internet access in rural Kentucky communities.

  • COVID-19 Relief for Farmers

    Helped obtain federal COVID-19 relief funds for Kentucky farmers and agricultural producers.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Oversight and Government ReformChair
  • House Committee on Education and Workforce

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