Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr.
@bishop.house.gov
Proudly representing Georgia's 2nd Congressional District. Ranking Member of House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture. http://fb.me/sanfordbishop
Columbus’s airport is a gateway to the Chattahoochee Valley & beyond which is vital to our region’s economy. Over the last few months, Runway 6-24 underwent important renovations, and today I joined our community in celebrating its reopening!
December 5, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Columbus’s airport is a gateway to the Chattahoochee Valley & beyond which is vital to our region’s economy. Over the last few months, Runway 6-24 underwent important renovations, and today I joined our community in celebrating its reopening!
This bill would allow veterans to get their full disability pay and retirement pay without one being subtracted from the other.
December 4, 2025 at 6:47 PM
This bill would allow veterans to get their full disability pay and retirement pay without one being subtracted from the other.
For those not familiar with veterans’ retirement compensation, veterans receive two main types – retirement pay and disability pay. Currently, if a veteran’s disability is rated less than 50%, then whatever the dollar value is in disability pay is subtracted from their retirement pay.
December 4, 2025 at 6:47 PM
For those not familiar with veterans’ retirement compensation, veterans receive two main types – retirement pay and disability pay. Currently, if a veteran’s disability is rated less than 50%, then whatever the dollar value is in disability pay is subtracted from their retirement pay.
This morning, I testified before the U.S. House Veterans’ Affairs Committee urging them to consider my bipartisan bill, H.R. 333, the Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act.
December 4, 2025 at 6:47 PM
This morning, I testified before the U.S. House Veterans’ Affairs Committee urging them to consider my bipartisan bill, H.R. 333, the Disabled Veterans Tax Termination Act.
Today, I met with the GA Beverage Association. This industry is a huge part of GA’s economy from management & marketing to manufacturing & bottling. Unfortunately, tariffs and ongoing inflation have made life more expensive for Georgians and tough on our businesses, including the beverage industry.
December 3, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Today, I met with the GA Beverage Association. This industry is a huge part of GA’s economy from management & marketing to manufacturing & bottling. Unfortunately, tariffs and ongoing inflation have made life more expensive for Georgians and tough on our businesses, including the beverage industry.
Today, I met with the National Cotton Council. We discussed the challenges that America’s cotton farmers face, including the worst trade environment we’ve seen in years.
December 2, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Today, I met with the National Cotton Council. We discussed the challenges that America’s cotton farmers face, including the worst trade environment we’ve seen in years.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Have a safe and fulfilling holiday!
November 27, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Have a safe and fulfilling holiday!
On Sunday, I was pleased to join the Seminole County community and Board of Education Superintendent Mark Earnest to celebrate Donalsonville's new state-of-the-art school facility.
November 26, 2025 at 8:28 PM
On Sunday, I was pleased to join the Seminole County community and Board of Education Superintendent Mark Earnest to celebrate Donalsonville's new state-of-the-art school facility.
This week, I joined my colleagues in the House to highlight #NationalRuralHealthDay !
November 21, 2025 at 1:34 PM
This week, I joined my colleagues in the House to highlight #NationalRuralHealthDay !
Today, I met with Tom Porter from Blue Star Families. I have had the pleasure of working with Blue Star Families over the years to help support our veterans and military families.
November 20, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Today, I met with Tom Porter from Blue Star Families. I have had the pleasure of working with Blue Star Families over the years to help support our veterans and military families.
Yesterday, I met with leaders from Crisp Regional Health, including President & CEO, Steven Gautney. More than 20% of rural counties in Georgia have no doctor, or only one doctor, for the entire county.
November 19, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Yesterday, I met with leaders from Crisp Regional Health, including President & CEO, Steven Gautney. More than 20% of rural counties in Georgia have no doctor, or only one doctor, for the entire county.
For over two centuries, America’s military servicemembers have put their lives on the line and their families have made huge sacrifices so that our country is protected in this volatile world – in times of war and peace.
November 12, 2025 at 12:35 AM
For over two centuries, America’s military servicemembers have put their lives on the line and their families have made huge sacrifices so that our country is protected in this volatile world – in times of war and peace.
Today, I was at Samaritan Clinic in Albany and at the Woodruff Park Veterans Memorial in Columbus with healthcare providers and advocates. The Big Ugly Bill that the President signed into law in July gutted Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA healthcare affordability.
October 23, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Today, I was at Samaritan Clinic in Albany and at the Woodruff Park Veterans Memorial in Columbus with healthcare providers and advocates. The Big Ugly Bill that the President signed into law in July gutted Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA healthcare affordability.
America’s teaching & research universities help drive innovation, boost local economies, & keep our country at the forefront of industry. Last week, I met with Albany State University President Dr. Scott to discuss how Congress can remain a reliable partner in its mission.
September 29, 2025 at 7:44 PM
America’s teaching & research universities help drive innovation, boost local economies, & keep our country at the forefront of industry. Last week, I met with Albany State University President Dr. Scott to discuss how Congress can remain a reliable partner in its mission.
Suicide touches every corner of Georgia from our rural communities to urban neighborhoods, affecting people of all ages & races.
Federal resources + local Georgia support are available 24/7, free & confidential. Don't face this alone.
#NationalSuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #988 #GeorgiaSupport
Federal resources + local Georgia support are available 24/7, free & confidential. Don't face this alone.
#NationalSuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #988 #GeorgiaSupport
September 24, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Suicide touches every corner of Georgia from our rural communities to urban neighborhoods, affecting people of all ages & races.
Federal resources + local Georgia support are available 24/7, free & confidential. Don't face this alone.
#NationalSuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #988 #GeorgiaSupport
Federal resources + local Georgia support are available 24/7, free & confidential. Don't face this alone.
#NationalSuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth #988 #GeorgiaSupport
Shana Tova (Happy New Year) to my Jewish friends this Rosh Hashanah.
September 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Shana Tova (Happy New Year) to my Jewish friends this Rosh Hashanah.
Last week, I met with the Georgia Ports Authority Board and Leadership to discuss how Georgia’s port expansion initiatives are progressing, including next steps for increasing the Savannah Harbor’s capacity.
September 22, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Last week, I met with the Georgia Ports Authority Board and Leadership to discuss how Georgia’s port expansion initiatives are progressing, including next steps for increasing the Savannah Harbor’s capacity.
Yesterday, I met with Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. to discuss juvenile justice & prevention programs that give youth the tools to succeed. When we support our youth, we build stronger communities, safer towns, & a brighter future for Georgia. #YouthEmpowerment #GA02 #FutureFocused
September 19, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Yesterday, I met with Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. to discuss juvenile justice & prevention programs that give youth the tools to succeed. When we support our youth, we build stronger communities, safer towns, & a brighter future for Georgia. #YouthEmpowerment #GA02 #FutureFocused
Yesterday, I met with the Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association. Georgia is a nationwide leader in lumber & forest products.
September 18, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Yesterday, I met with the Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association. Georgia is a nationwide leader in lumber & forest products.
#HeadStart & #EarlyHeadStart provide millions of children with physical, cognitive, social, & emotional development skills & a strong start in life. Yesterday, I met with Head Start leaders from Southwest Georgia to discuss how Congress can ensure they have the resources to help Georgia’s families.
September 18, 2025 at 8:44 PM
#HeadStart & #EarlyHeadStart provide millions of children with physical, cognitive, social, & emotional development skills & a strong start in life. Yesterday, I met with Head Start leaders from Southwest Georgia to discuss how Congress can ensure they have the resources to help Georgia’s families.
Behind every crop are hardworking farmers & farmworkers. They make GA one of the top watermelon producers in America. Today, I met with the National Watermelon Association 🍉 to discuss bipartisan solutions to support American agriculture.
September 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Behind every crop are hardworking farmers & farmworkers. They make GA one of the top watermelon producers in America. Today, I met with the National Watermelon Association 🍉 to discuss bipartisan solutions to support American agriculture.
Today, I introduced the Military Housing Performance Insight Act with Congresswoman Kiggans (R-VA) to improve military family housing.
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September 17, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Today, I introduced the Military Housing Performance Insight Act with Congresswoman Kiggans (R-VA) to improve military family housing.
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Today is #ConstitutionDay, a reminder of the rights & freedoms all Americans enjoy and for which we are responsible & accountable to one another. The Founders created this living document & I will continue to uphold & defend it.
September 17, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Today is #ConstitutionDay, a reminder of the rights & freedoms all Americans enjoy and for which we are responsible & accountable to one another. The Founders created this living document & I will continue to uphold & defend it.
Georgia Ag 🌱 isn’t just business, it’s a way of life. It helps feed, clothe, & beautify America. I met w/ AmericanHort today to discuss how Congress can invest in the research, provide the tools, & ensure affordability that help farmers & families thrive. 🚜
September 16, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Georgia Ag 🌱 isn’t just business, it’s a way of life. It helps feed, clothe, & beautify America. I met w/ AmericanHort today to discuss how Congress can invest in the research, provide the tools, & ensure affordability that help farmers & families thrive. 🚜
Proud to co-lead H.R. 1107, introduced by Rep. Womack (R-AR), that the U.S. House passed yesterday. Our bipartisan effort ensures veterans have access, in-person & virtually, to quality care. This bill helps provide seamless and efficient care for those who have served our country.
September 16, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Proud to co-lead H.R. 1107, introduced by Rep. Womack (R-AR), that the U.S. House passed yesterday. Our bipartisan effort ensures veterans have access, in-person & virtually, to quality care. This bill helps provide seamless and efficient care for those who have served our country.