District Work Weeks like the one I just wrapped up are truly some of my favorite days in Congress. This week, I was honored to spend so much time with local leaders and advocates all across our district to get a firsthand look at some of the biggest projects and initiatives coming to our community. I was also able to spend time with several small businesses and each county chamber of commerce. Here are some highlights from the week:

On Tuesday, I was in Fayetteville touring the site of the new U.S. Soccer Federation training headquarters, which will serve as the hub for all 27 U.S. national soccer teams. This 200-acre facility will feature 17 soccer fields with state of the art training and development facilities. As a vocal advocate for this facility's relocation to Georgia, I am so proud that this new headquarters is right in our district!

As you may know, many of your favorite movies are filmed right here in Georgia! This week, I toured Trilith Studios as well as Lionsgate Studios, two top film production hubs in metro Atlanta. These wonderful community assets are the result of public-private collaboration from local government leaders, private investors, and partners across the country and around the world.

Photo collage of images from Rep. McBath's visits to the U.S. Soccer headquarters and Trilith.

On Wednesday, I convened a Small Business Roundtable with representatives from all our local chambers and small business owners from every part of the district. May is National Small Business Month, so this was a perfect opportunity to hear from local entrepreneurs about the current business climate. Despite the many different types of businesses represented, one thing was clear: our small business community is deeply impacted by the uncertainty and rising costs brought on by the Trump Administration's trade policies. In Congress, I will continue to advocate for smart trade policy and champion my workforce development initiatives so that we can truly support our small business owners, because they remain the backbone of our national economy.

Rep. McBath (center) surrounded by business owners and chamber leaders from Fulton, Cobb, Fayette, and Douglas counties.

On Thursday, I joined Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts, Commissioner Khadijah Abdur-Rahman, and Cherry Street Energy to "flip the switch" in celebration of solar arrays located at the Evelyn Lowery Library and dozens of county facilities across Fulton. Already, these solar arrays have saved over $100,000 for Fulton County taxpayers, and they are estimated to result in a net savings of over $2 million. This project is a shining example of what is possible when we work together to make smart investments in renewable energy. Congratulations, Fulton County!

Rep. McBath standing with Chairman Robb Pitts, Commissioner Abdur-Rahman, and leaders from Cherry Street Energy.

Thank you for taking the time to read this update. It is my honor to serve our community in Congress. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please contact my office at (470) 773-6330 or visit mcbath.house.gov.

Sincerely,