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A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
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Crossing the aisle
Passage votes where Mike Bost broke ranks with ≥75% of Republicans. Threshold catches substantively partisan splits; unanimous-ish or close votes are excluded.
BOST HELPS SECURE $34.9 MILLION FROM USDA TO INVEST IN SOUTHERN ILLINOIS AGRICULTURE
Position: Representative Bost welcomes federal funding for a sulfur fertilizer manufacturing expansion in Marissa, Illinois, and states that expanding domestic fertilizer production would reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that he has helped secure $34.9 million in federal funding for SUL4R-PLUS Illinois, a sulfur fertilizer manufacturing facility in Marissa to support a nearly $70 million expansion.
"I'm thrilled to see this major investment coming to Marissa," said Bost. "Agriculture is the backbone of Southern Illinois' economy, and investments like this are a win for job growth, manufacturing, and the hardworking farmers who feed and fuel our nation. Expanding fertilizer production here at home will help reduce our dependence on foreign suppliers and give our farmers greater access to the resources they need to grow and succeed. I look forward to seeing the positive impact this project will have for years to come."
The funding, announced by Vice President J.D. Vance and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Fertilizer Investment & Expansion for Long-Term Domestic Supply (FIELDS) Program. The investment will help expand domestic fertilizer production, strengthen America's agricultural supply chain, and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.
Bost previously authored a letter to the Trump administration urging support for the Marissa project. It is one of eight fertilizer manufacturing projects selected nationwide through the FIELDS Program, representing more than $1.34 billion in proposed investment, including approximately $573 million in proposed USDA funding.
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/10/bost-helps-secure-34-9-million-from-usda-to-invest-in-southern-illinois-agriculture
BOST RESPONDS TO STATE PLAN TO CUT SERVICES AT CHOATE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER IN ANNA
Position: Rep. Bost denounces the Illinois Department of Human Services plan to significantly downsize services at the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna, including closure of intellectual and developmental disabilities units and phased reduction of civil mental health beds.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) today denounced plans for the Illinois Department of Human Services to significantly downsize operations at the Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center in Anna. The facility's intellectual and developmental disabilities general units will close by September 30th, with its 75 civil mental health beds phased down by March 2027. The Choate campus will only have a 40-bed developmental disabilities unit and state administrative offices remaining.
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/7/bost-responds-to-state-plan-to-cut-services-at-choate-mental-health-center-in-anna
Position: The release states that Rep. Bost voted for the National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes $1.15 trillion for national defense, including funding for the MQ-25 Stingray, a servicemember pay raise, and military family benefits.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) today voted for the National Defense Authorization Act, legislation that authorizes $1.15 trillion for the next fiscal year for national defense, including full funding for Boeing's MQ-25 Stingray built in Mascoutah, and provides a pay raise to servicemembers.
$1.15 trillion authorized for national defense
A 5 to 7 percent servicemember pay raise, plus better housing, education, and childcare for military families
Full funding for the MQ-25 Stingray, built in Mascoutah, Illinois, at $513.3 million, the full amount requested
Multiyear procurement of F-35 and F-15EX aircraft, Arleigh Burke class destroyers, and Virginia class submarines
Army 155mm artillery production ramped to 100,000 rounds per month
Stronger nuclear deterrence and missile defense against China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea
Billions cut in waste, driving toward a clean Pentagon audit within 24 months
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/7/bost-votes-for-defense-authorization-bill
BOST ANNOUNCES $13 MILLION FOR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS TRUCK PARKING
Position: Rep. Bost announces federal BUILD grant funding to expand truck parking at two Southern Illinois rest areas and states support for the project as a public safety improvement.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Illinois Department of Transportation more than $13 million in BUILD grant funding to expand truck parking at two Southern Illinois rest areas. The Fort Massac Rest Area in Massac County will be reconstructed to increase truck parking from 19 to as many as 64 stalls and add up to four family-assist restrooms and ADA-compliant stalls. The Salt Kettle Rest Area in Vermilion County will gain up to 41 new truck stalls, including four ADA-compliant stalls, along with additional road improvements.
"I grew up in a family trucking business, so I know what it means when a driver is running on fumes with nowhere safe to pull over," said Bost. "This investment builds accessible parking right here in Southern Illinois and gives our truck drivers a safe place to rest. I was glad to back this project and work with federal officials to increase federal funding for this public safety improvement."
"Most folks probably don't realize that 70% of American freight is transported by truck, yet incredibly there is only 1 parking spot for every 11 trucks on the road," said President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Todd Spencer. "When truck drivers don't have a designated place to park, they end up parking on the side of the road, near exit ramps, or elsewhere. This isn't safe for the driver and it's not safe for others on the road. OOIDA and the nearly 150,000 small-business trickers we represent thank Representative Bost for leading the charge in Congress to expand truck parking and improve highway safety for all road users."
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/7/bost-announces-13-million-for-southern-illinois-truck-parking
BOST ANNOUNCES CONGRESSIONAL APPROVAL OF $1.6 BILLION INVESTMENT FOR ST. LOUIS VA HOSPITAL
Position: The release announces congressional approval of a $1.6 billion VA budget request to modernize the John Cochran Veterans Hospital in St. Louis, and expresses support for the funded construction and for ensuring the facility continues serving veterans.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) today announced that Congress has approved a Department of Veterans Affairs budget request of $1.6 billion to modernize the John Cochran Veterans Hospital in St. Louis. The VA funding bill, which is expected to be signed into law by President Trump, provides for construction of a new bed tower, mental health and substance abuse clinic, administrative facilities, parking garages, and central utility plant.
"Our veterans deserve world-class care, and that means making sure the facilities serving them are up to the task," said Bost. "The John Cochran Division is a critical lifeline for veterans in Metro East Illinois and beyond. This investment would go a long way toward making sure it can continue to serve them for decades to come. As Chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, I will do everything I can to make sure Congress follows through."
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/5/bost-announces-congressional-approval-of-1-6-billion-investment-for-st-louis-va-hospital
HOUSE PASSES BOST BILL TO PROTECT VETERANS' SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS
Position: The release supports H.R. 1041, the Veterans Second Amendment Protection Act, which would prevent the VA from reporting veterans to the FBI background check system solely because they require financial assistance in managing their benefits, without a judicial ruling or finding of dangerousness.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12) today applauds the passage of H.R. 1041, the Veterans Second Amendment Protection Act. This legislation introduced by Bost prevents the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from stripping veterans of their Second Amendment rights solely because they require financial assistance in managing their benefits.
"Tonight the House passed my Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act. No veteran should lose their Second Amendment rights simply because they need help managing their finances, but that is exactly what's been happening," Chairman Bost said. "Without a judge's ruling or any finding that a veteran is a danger to anyone, a VA bureaucrat could report them to the FBI's background check system and strip them of their right to bear arms. That is not how we treat the men and women who defended our Constitution. This bill puts a permanent end to that injustice, and as a Marine, proud gun owner, and Chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, I could not be more proud to have led the charge for its passage."
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/5/house-passes-bost-bill-to-protect-veterans-second-amendment-rights
BOST ISSUES STATEMENT ON HOUSE PASSAGE OF THE SAVE AMERICA ACT
Position: Representative Bost supports the SAVE America Act, which requires photo identification and proof of citizenship for voter registration and ballot casting, citing election integrity and voter confidence.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) issued the following statement upon House passage tonight of the SAVE America Act, legislation requiring voters to show a photo identification to cast a ballot:
"I voted for the SAVE America Act because the right to vote in American elections belongs to American citizens, period. This bill puts commonsense safeguards in place by requiring proof of citizenship to register, photo ID to cast a ballot, and real accountability to clean up voter rolls. If we can require an ID to board a plane, rent an apartment, drive a car, or buy prescription medication, we can require it to vote. The American people deserve elections they can trust, and I will never apologize for fighting to protect the integrity of their vote."
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/2/bost-issues-statement-on-house-passage-of-the-save-america-act
REPS. BOST, MILLER, LAHOOD REQUEST ANSWERS FROM ILLINOIS ELECTION BOARD ON VOTER ROLL INTEGRITY
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) led a letter with Congressman Mike Bost (IL-12) and Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) to the Illinois State Board of Elections requesting answers regarding the accuracy of the state's voter rolls and its compliance with federal election law.
As Illinois prepares to begin early voting on February 5, the letter raised serious concerns about the state's compliance with the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) and the overall integrity of federal elections conducted in Illinois.
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/2/reps-bost-miller-lahood-request-answers-from-illinois-election-board-on-voter-roll-integrity
BOST SECURES $7 MILLION FOR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS INFRASTRUCTURE AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) applauded House approval today of a transportation, health, and security funding package that provides a 3.8% pay raise for members of the military, invests in education and healthcare, and strengthens roads and infrastructure. The package includes $7 million Bost worked to secure for local infrastructure improvements in Clay, Crawford, Jackson, Jasper, and Washington counties.
"This legislation will make a big difference for hardworking Americans, with a pay hike for our troops, investment in rural hospitals, support for students, and $200 million to expand access to safe truck parking – a priority I've fought for years to accomplish. I'm proud to say that, on top of all these important victories, we were able to secure funding to improve our roadways, restore critical infrastructure, and strengthen emergency response in Southern Illinois. These are real results that people will see and feel."
This funding package includes targeted investments secured by Rep. Bost for Illinois' 12th District, including:
More information regarding these Community Project Funding requests can be found here.
Permalink: https://bost.house.gov/2026/1/bost-secures-7-million-for-southern-illinois-infrastructure-and-emergency-response-projects
Source: GDELT 2.0 GKG, filtered to a curated list of national outlets. Inclusion is not endorsement; opinion pieces and reported news are mixed.
Recent stock activity
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No disclosed trades on record.
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.UBS AMERICAS INC. PAC (UBS PAC)Finance2 contributionsPAC of UBS, a multinational investment bank and wealth-management firm. Backs candidates and policies supporting financial-services regulation, capital markets, and banking industry interests.AI$10,000
2.THE SURETY & FIDELITY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA PAC2 contributions$10,000
3.PHILIPS NORTH AMERICA LLC PAC2 contributions$10,000
4.GROWTH ENERGY PAC2 contributions$10,000
5.NATIONAL PORK PRODUCERS COUNCIL PORK PAC2 contributions$10,000
6.AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGISTS PAC (ASA PAC)3 contributions$10,000
7.AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE PACIdeological2 contributionsFederal PAC arm of AIPAC, established 2021. Backs candidates from both parties who support U.S.-Israel security and economic ties.AI$10,000
8.VETERANS GUARDIAN VA CLAIM CONSULTING PAC (VETGUARD PAC)4 contributions$10,000
9.UNITED PARCEL SERVICE INC. PAC3 contributions$10,000
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.NOTS LOGISTICS$15,500
2.MEDICAL PLACE$13,500
3.DONOHO INSURANCE AGENCY$10,500
4.MEHLMAN CONSULTING$8,705
5.VETERANS GUARDIAN$8,500
6.CROWDER & SCOGGINS, LTD$7,000
7.THE MASCHHOFFS, LLC.$7,000
8.ASBERY AND ASSOCIATES OBGYN LLC$7,000
9.AASI$7,000
10.ASBERY & ASSOCIATES$7,000
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
