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Americans Are Spending More, Spurring Economy
Oct 5, 2006  - The U.S. economy is currently experiencing record strength and growth. Millions of new jobs and increased consumer spending are evidence of a prosperous economy. I am proud to be a part of the Republican-led Congress that has promoted a pro-growth agenda that is keeping more money in the hands of Am... More

Supporting Those Who Bravely Served Our Nation
Sep 28, 2006  - Service men and women have selflessly sacrificed to defend our freedom since America was founded more than 200 years ago. We owe a debt of gratitude to each and every one of these brave service members. Although we can never fully repay our nation’s veterans for their dedication and service, the lea... More

Border Fence Bill: A Step in the Right Direction
Sep 14, 2006  - Protecting our nation’s borders is the most pressing issue in the border security and immigration debate. There is a tidal wave of illegal aliens crossing our border whose intentions are unknown. That is why the House, in December of 2005, passed a strong, comprehensive border security bill. Unfortu... More

Securing our Nation
Aug 24, 2006  - The recent foiled terrorist plot serves as a shocking reminder that we must be diligent in securing our nation. British authorities arrested at least 21 extremists, alleged to have engaged in a plot to detonate bombs onboard multiple aircraft with flight plans from Britain to the United States. Alth... More

Protecting Our Children From Predators
Aug 2, 2006  - The sexual abuse and exploitation of a child is one of the most despicable and vicious crimes conceivable. As a father of four, I feel strongly about doing everything we can to keep our children protected—especially from sexual predators. On July 27, 2006, the President signed into law a bill that t... More

Defending the Right to Keep and Bear Arms
Jul 27, 2006  - The right to keep and bear arms is one of our most important rights because the Founding Fathers intended it to be the means by which Americans can guarantee all other rights. Protecting the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens is a priority of mine, which is why I am a member of the Seco... More

Protecting the Sanctity of Marriage
Jul 20, 2006  - I am proud to say that my loving wife and I have been happily married for 38 years. I truly believe that marriage is a sacred bond between a man and wife. In fact, since the beginning of time, marriage has been understood to be a union between a man and a woman. Now, in China they might say a civil ... More

Fiscal Restraint Is Driving Deficit Down
Jul 13, 2006  - I came to Congress to alleviate the deficit. Conservative economic policies are allowing us to make progress in reaching that goal. While the deficit is still too high, news of a reduced deficit is evidence that pro-growth policies are working. This week the Office of Management and Budget announced... More

Celebrating Our Nation’s Freedom
Jun 28, 2006  - On July 4, 2006, we will celebrate the 230th anniversary of our nation’s independence. Our nation has grown significantly and accomplished quite a bit since 1776. When we claimed our independence from Great Britain and formed the United States we were a mere nation comprised of 13 colonies and 2.5 m... More

Preventing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse
Jun 22, 2006  - The federal government is too large and we spend too much of your hard-earned tax dollars. However, some real progress has been made. Congress has already considered several measures that are addressing waste, fraud, and abuse. And I will continue to fight to make the federal government more fiscall... More

 
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