Congressman Drew Ferguson

Before Tropical Storm Helene makes landfall, make sure you know how to secure your property. Plan to bring in all outdoor furniture, decorations, garbage cans and anything else that is not tied down.

Take a look at the graphic below for information. Visit https://gema.georgia.gov/hurricanes for more tips.

As we monitor Tropical Storm Helene’s path and potential impact, I have declared a State of Emergency enabling emergency management teams to prepare for and direct resources well in advance of the storm’s arrival. Stay vigilant and stay safe.

Read more: https://gov.georgia.gov/document/2024-executive-order/09242401/download

It’s important for Georgians to take action now to prepare for severe weather.

Ready Georgia provides further guidance on important steps you can take to protect you and your loved ones.

Ready Georgia Launched in January 2008, Ready Georgia is a statewide campaign supported by the Georgia Emergency Management Agency/Homeland Security (GEMA/HS) aimed at motivating Georgians to take action to prepare for a disaster.

Devastated and heartbroken by the tragic events that took place at Apalachee High School.

Our entire nation consoles the students, families, and loved ones - and Julie’s and my prayers are with our fellow Georgians.

Today, we remember and honor the 13 U.S. servicemembers whose lives were lost in the terrorist attack on Abbey Gate.

These American heroes will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

Absolutely heartbreaking.

Investigator Deputy Taylor Bristow selflessly served our community - and made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting his fellow citizens. He will forever be remembered for his heroic service.

My prayers are with his family and loved ones. 🙏

"He served our community with unwavering passion and dedicated his life to protecting the citizens of Carroll County. We are deeply saddened and at a loss for words." https://2wsb.tv/4dVpc3Z

Each year, I am honored to nominate students from to each of the four United States Service Academies.

Applications are now open through October 11, 2024.

Interested students can get more information or begin the process by visiting my website: https://ferguson.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations.htm

Join us in Athens on August 7 as we convene our state's top leaders, business executives, and community champions for discussions surrounding our economy's continued success.

REGISTER HERE: gachamber.com/GCCL24

Doctors are running out of antibiotics to treat their patients — & the costs of inaction threaten the health and financial well-being of every American.

My bill, the PASTEUR Act, would revitalize development of the next generation of antibiotics.

We Are Losing Antibiotics—And We Can’t Afford To PerspectivesViewpointsWe Are Losing Antibiotics—And We Can’t Afford ToFriends Read FreeCopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSaveAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria and fungi develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them, writes Drew Ferguson. (Shutterstock)...

This Thursday, the VA is hosting a PACT Act Townhall in Sylvester, GA from 11am-6p. Veterans will learn about expanded benefits & healthcare they may qualify for now under the PACT Act.

If you can’t attend, your local Georgia Department of Veterans Service office has VSO’s ready to help & file on your behalf.

Sylvester, Ga PACT Act Townhall | VA Dublin health care | Veterans Affairs Learn all about new legislation and expanded benefits and healthcare that you may qualify for now under the PACT Act.

I'm aware that the Social Security Admin is dealing with widespread IT outages & has closed all offices to the public as a result. I have requested more information from the SSA related to the extent of the outage & the steps needed to get offices back open & serving the public.

SSA has provided the following guidance for individuals seeking service during this outage:

SSA phone line - 800-772-1213 - remains open as are most online services at ssa.gov

TTY line remains open - 800-325-0778

To stay updated, check https://www.ssa.gov/agency/emergency/

Office Closings and Emergencies | SSA Office Closings and Emergencies