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Bipartisan bill introduced in Congress aims to enhance protection against drone threats

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann has introduced the Nuclear Ecosystem Drone Defense (NEDD) Act in the House of Representatives, a bipartisan effort aimed at enhancing the protection of nuclear assets related to national security from drone...

By Hamilton Reporter | Mar 25, 2025

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Hamilton County ranks 73rd highest in Tennessee for per capita government transfer income at $11,478 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Hamilton County received an average of $11,478 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 23rd lowest in Tennessee.

By Hamilton Reporter | Mar 10, 2025

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Energy leaders discuss AI advancements at Oak Ridge National Laboratory

By Hamilton Reporter | Mar 6, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann, Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, recently hosted U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

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Representative Fleischmann responds to Trump's address emphasizing renewed American Dream

By Hamilton Reporter | Mar 5, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee's 3rd District issued a statement in response to President Donald J. Trump's Joint Address to Congress.

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Hamilton County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2% of income in 2022

By Hamilton Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2% of income in Hamilton County, providing an average of $1,191 per capita to residents.

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Rep. Chuck Fleischmann achieves perfect voting attendance in 2024

By Hamilton Reporter | Feb 11, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee's Third Congressional District was recognized by Roll Call for achieving perfect voting attendance in 2024.

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Fleischmann and Veasey launch bipartisan caucus for U.S. energy dominance

By Hamilton Reporter | Feb 5, 2025

U.S. Representatives Chuck Fleischmann and Marc Veasey have announced the formation of a new bipartisan caucus focused on American energy production.

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Eastern Band land reacquisition act passes U.S. House again

By Hamilton Reporter | Feb 4, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann's bill, H.R. 226, known as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act, has successfully passed the United States House of Representatives with unanimous support.

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Chuck Fleischmann supports Chris Wright's confirmation as Energy Secretary

By Hamilton Reporter | Feb 4, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann, Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, expressed his approval following the Senate's confirmation of Chris Wright as the Secretary of the Department of Energy.

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Chuck Fleischmann reappointed to House Committee's energy subcommittee

By Hamilton Reporter | Feb 3, 2025

Congressman Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee's 3rd District has been reappointed to the Energy Subcommittee of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Fleischmann reappointed as chairman of energy appropriations

By Hamilton Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann has been selected to serve a second consecutive term as Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations.

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Fleischmann supports passage of immigration reform bill

By Hamilton Reporter | Jan 22, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann has expressed his support for the final passage of the Laken Riley Act in the House of Representatives.

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Chuck Fleischmann backs Trump's DOE nominee Chris Wright

By Hamilton Reporter | Jan 16, 2025

Congressman Chuck Fleischmann, who serves as the Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, has expressed strong support for President Donald J. Trump's nominee for Secretary of the Department of Energy (DOE), Chris Wright.

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House passes Laken Riley Act targeting theft-related crimes by illegal aliens

By Hamilton Reporter | Jan 8, 2025

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee's 3rd District voted in favor of the Laken Riley Act on January 7, 2025.

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Fleischmann pledges support for Trump's agenda after taking office

By Hamilton Reporter | Jan 3, 2025

Congressman Chuck Fleischmann of Tennessee's Third Congressional District has been sworn in to serve in the 119th Congress.

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Fleischmann urges Senate to pass American Relief Act after House approval

By Hamilton Reporter | Dec 20, 2024

Congressman Chuck Fleischmann, representing Tennessee's 3rd district and serving as Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, has issued a statement regarding the House's approval of H.R. 10545, known as the American Relief Act of 2025.

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Chuck Fleischmann supports defense bill emphasizing nuclear security

By Hamilton Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann, Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, has voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

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Chairman Fleischmann supports construction of Hermes 2 reactors in Oak Ridge

By Hamilton Reporter | Nov 25, 2024

Energy and Water Appropriations Chairman Chuck Fleischmann has expressed his approval following the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC) decision to permit Kairos Power to construct the Hermes 2 Demonstration Plant.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Hamilton County rise or fall in 2021?

By Hamilton Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Hamilton County received $569,804 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Hamilton County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Hamilton Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Hamilton County received $484,506 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.