Chet Edwards For Congress

Congressional Earmarks

In 2007, the House passed unprecedented earmark transparency and accountability rules. One of the rules requires the listing of the names of supporting Representatives next to each project that is funded in Appropriations bills. I voted in favor of this new rule.

While only a small percentage of the funds in most appropriations bills are designated for locally advocated projects, I will continue to fight to include local priorities in appropriations bills to ensure our district receives our fair share of funds.

To see a list of projects that were funded in the 2008 Appropriations bills please visit here.