Peaceful Transition of Power – AMAC Action Weekly Advocacy Update

Legislation and Policy Support

AMAC Supports the HALT Fentanyl Act in the 119th Congress

This bill successfully passed the House in the 118th Congress with bipartisan support. It addresses the devastating fentanyl crisis and provides vital tools to combat the ongoing tragedy of addiction and overdose deaths. By placing these lethal substances in Schedule I, the HALT Fentanyl Act arms law enforcement to save American lives. AMAC strongly supports the passage of the HALT Fentanyl Act in the 119th Congress. Click here to read AMAC Action’s letter of support.

H.R. 28 – AMAC Supports Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act

The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act preserves the integrity of women’s sports and protects the opportunities, scholarships, and achievements of female athletes. This bill was originally introduced in the 118th Congress and passed the House but stalled in the Senate under Democrat leadership. AMAC strongly supports this bill as it preserves the integrity of women’s sports and protects the opportunities, scholarships, and achievements of female athletes. Click here to read AMAC Action’s letter of support.

H.R. 30 – AMAC Supports Protecting Women from Violent Illegal Aliens

This bill addresses the urgent need for stricter immigration policies to protect American communities, particularly women. This legislation represents a vital step in restoring order and ensuring that dangerous criminals who have entered the United States unlawfully are held accountable. With bipartisan support and the commitment of a united Congress and White House, the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act has the potential to make a real difference. Click here to read AMAC Action’s letter of support.

AMAC Supports the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act

Sanctuary cities use taxpayer resources to benefit non-citizens violating our law and national sovereignty. This creates significant burdens for communities across the country, prioritizing resources for illegal immigrants while straining local infrastructure and compromising public safety. These jurisdictions have chosen to defy federal immigration laws and, as a result, should bear the financial consequences of their actions. Taxpaying citizens should not be forced to subsidize the food, shelter, healthcare, and legal services provided to migrants in sanctuary cities—especially when these policies directly undermine the rule of law. The passage of this bill in the 118th Congress reflects its bipartisan appeal and underscores the urgency of addressing this issue in the 119th Congress. Click here to read AMAC Action’s letter of support.

AMAC Supports the POLICE Act in 2025

The Protect Our Law Enforcement with Immigration Control and Enforcement (POLICE) Act, ensures that assaulting a law enforcement officer becomes a deportable offense under the Immigration and Nationality Act. This legislation is not only timely but also necessary to address the growing risks faced by our brave law enforcement officers due to the ongoing border crisis. It sends a powerful message that non-citizen perpetrated violence against law enforcement will not be tolerated. AMAC strongly supports the reintroduction and passage of this bill. Click here to read AMAC Action’s letter of support.

AMAC Supports American Energy Independence Act

This bill prohibits any federal moratorium on hydraulic fracturing, protects the thousands of jobs created by this industry in Texas and across the country. Moreover, it ensures that America remains a reliable energy producer, even as external challenges and misguided federal policies threaten its future. This vital legislation demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding the American energy industry, which is critical to our economy, national security, and energy independence. Click here to read AMAC Action’s letter of support.

Calls-to-Action

California AMAC Members Tell State Representatives To Focus on Wildfires And Stop Anti-Trump Special Session

California Governor Gavin Newsom called for a special legislative session in an unprecedented and divisive move targeting former President Trump. While Southern California faces devastating wildfires, this special session diverts precious time and resources away from urgent priorities like protecting Californians, aiding wildfire victims, and preventing further disaster.

So far, nearly 900 AMAC members reminded CA state representatives that their duty is to serve all Californians. Wildfires are destroying homes, displacing families, and taking lives. The legislature should ensure that firefighting efforts are adequately funded, wildfire prevention programs are strengthened, and impacted communities get the support they need.

We must reject the misuse of legislative power for political vendettas.

Meetings

January 16 Chapter Meeting: AK-At Large Delegate Robert Coulter hosted the chapter meeting in the greater Anchorage area. A roundtable discussion was moderated by Quincy Azimi-Tabrizi and David Haeg of the Alaska Grand Jury Association between Joel Davidson of the Alaska Watchman, Jeff Landfield of The Alaska Landmine, and Todd Lindley of Must Read Alaska.

Action ☆ Academy 

Where Are You, Martin Luther King?

In PragerU’s 5-minute video Where Are You, Martin Luther King?, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute Jason Riley, discusses how Martin Luther King, Jr. has become one of the most revered American’s in history yet the principles he espoused are not followed and his legacy has largely been lost. PragerU is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that promotes American values in short educational videos for people of all ages.

Term of the Week: Peaceful Transfer of Power

Every four years, on January 20th, the president-elect takes the oath of office during the inauguration. The leader of the executive branch changes from one executive to another.

In America, this is a peaceful transition.

“It is a tribute to our forefathers that a successful election leads, time and again, to a peaceful transition of power to the successor. This transfer of power is a fine-tuned machine that ensures that there is always someone to lead the country.” (“Peaceful Transition of Power.” National Archives, 3 Oct. 2022, www.archives.gov/publications/prologue/2000/winter/inaugurations.)

To learn more about the history of inaugurations in the United States, read ‘Peaceful Transition of Power: American Presidential Inaugurations’ by the National Archives.

Class for January and February

Great Books 101: Ancient to Medieval

Reading great literature can help improve critical thinking skills, broaden your understanding of the world around you, and provide insight into human nature. In the free online course Great Books 101: Ancient to Medieval, Hillsdale College introduces you to great literature from early authors of Western Civilization. In 11 sessions learn about such classics as Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey, Dante’s Inferno, and Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.

Quotes of the Week

“I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties of the office on which I am about to enter: So help me God.”

— In use since 1884, the swearing-in oath for the vice-president, senators, representatives, and other federal employees (https://www.usa.gov/inauguration)

“I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.”

— The presidential Oath of Office in accordance with Article II, Section I of the U.S. Constitution (https://www.usa.gov/inauguration)

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