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Agriculture

  • House Passes Ban On Horse Slaughter (September 20, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Label Allergen Content in Food (January 13, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Protect America's Farmers (June 2, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Farmers, Rural America (March 25, 2002)
  • Rural Areas Are the Hardest Hit by NAFTA (September 4, 2001)
  • Congress Has A Responsibility To Rural America (August 1, 2001)
  • Abortion

  • Legislation Would Reduce Unborn Child Pain (February 18, 2005)
  • Wamp Helped Defeat Pro-Abortion Amendment (June 3, 2004)
  • Wamp Votes To Defeat Pro-Abortion Amendment (June 11, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Child Custody Protection Act (January 14, 2003)
  • Wamp Strongly Supports Recent Pro-Life Legislation (October 28, 2002)
  • Wamp Stands Up for Pro-Life Supporters (September 3, 2002)
  • Wamp Votes to Ban Partial-Birth Abortions (July 25, 2002)
  • Wamp Votes To Prohibit Partial-Birth Abortions (April 9, 2000)
  • Budget

  • Legislation Would Restore Line-Item Veto (July 17, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Help Control Spending (April 21, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports Deficit Reduction Act (November 29, 2005)
  • Wamp Votes for Responsible Fiscal Policy (November 18, 2005)
  • Wamp Urges Fiscally Responsible Approach to Funding Katrina Relief (September 27, 2005)
  • Lifetime Savings Accounts Would Provide Financial Security (February 13, 2004)
  • Wamp Supports Fiscally Responsible Approach (January 22, 2004)
  • The President's Budget for 2003 Recognizes the New Realities Confronting Our Nation (February 11, 2002)
  • The 2002 Budget Will Pay Down the Debt and Fund Needed Priorities (June 20, 2001)
  • Buying Back the Federal Debt (November 13, 2000)
  • Budget Provides Tax Relief, Limits Spending (March 24, 2000)
  • Wamp Boosts Budget That Lowers Taxes and Helps Seniors, Children (March 24, 2000)
  • Wamp Closes Debate for Sound Budget (March 23, 2000)
  • Campaign Finance Reform

  • Campaign Reform Act of 2002 Helped Restore Public Trust (January 26, 2004)
  • Wamp Applauds Vote to Improve Campaign Disclosures (October 18, 2002)
  • ENRON Got Nothing - But Campaign Finance Reform Is Needed (February 8, 2002)
  • Wamp Says Reform's Time Has Come (January 31, 2001)
  • Ban Soft Money Raising on Federal Property (December 8, 2000)
  • A Cause We Must Pursue (July 24, 2000)
  • Commerce

  • Legislation Would Open More Federal Contracts to American Businesses (April 28, 2004)
  • The Perils of "Plastic" (February 27, 2004)
  • Hit 'Em Where It Hurts (February 6, 2004)
  • Congressman Hal Rogers and Kentucky's 5th District join the Tennessee Valley Corridor (November 13, 2003)
  • Chattanooga Economic Summit Draws Regional, National and Global Leaders (September 17, 2003)
  • Congressman Zach Wamp and Mayor Bob Corker Announce Chattanooga as Host for Tennessee Valley Corridor Fall Summit (August 25, 2003)
  • Working Together for Economic Development in the Tennessee Valley (June 5, 2003)
  • Federal Leaders Promote Private Sector Business Opportunities at Huntsville Summit Workshop (May 21, 2003)
  • Light at the End of The Tunnel (March 15, 2002)
  • Our Struggling Economy Will Need Open Markets to Complete (December 7, 2001)
  • A Word From Congressman Zach Wamp (June 1, 2001)
  • Congressman Wamp Announces Tennessee Valley Corridor Summit (May 29, 2001)
  • Wamp Supports Student Credit Protection (March 6, 2001)
  • Students Shouldn't Be Buried In Credit Card Debt (May 31, 2000)
  • Tennessee Valley 2000 Regional Economic Summit (May 17, 2000)
  • Wamp Fights NRC Move from Chattanooga (March 17, 2000)
  • Working for Our Priorities (March 5, 2000)
  • Defense

  • Congress Reaffirms Support For Israel (August 24, 2006)
  • Pay Raise for Troops Included in Defense Bill (July 24, 2006)
  • In The Debate on Iraq, Retreat is Not an Option (June 16, 2006)
  • Defense Bill Protects Right to Pray (May 18, 2006)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Military Spouses Employment Act (May 9, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Help Troops Stay In Touch With Family (March 16, 2006)
  • Defense Legislation Includes Torture Provisions (January 19, 2006)
  • Finishing the Job in Iraq (January 6, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports the Guard and Reserve Readiness Retention Act (July 6, 2005)
  • Wamp Reports Defense Bill Meets Wartime Needs (June 8, 2005)
  • "Buy American" Provisions Critical (April 6, 2005)
  • Pay For Troops In Iraq and Afghanistan Increased (February 2, 2005)
  • Policies Are Meant To Protect Troops (January 27, 2005)
  • We Must Provide For Our Troops In Iraq (January 18, 2005)
  • The Next Three Months Are Critical (October 14, 2004)
  • Personnel Benefits In 2005 Defense Authorization Act (July 9, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Provide For A 375-Ship Navy (June 29, 2004)
  • Zero Tolerance Cuts Both Ways (June 3, 2004)
  • Our Troops Deserve the Best Protection (May 12, 2004)
  • We Must Stay The Course In Iraq (January 21, 2004)
  • We Cannot Afford to Fail (October 10, 2003)
  • War with Iraq Was Last Resort (August 4, 2003)
  • Tie a Yellow Ribbon (July 17, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports President's Emergency War Funding (April 4, 2003)
  • Supreme Patriotism (March 27, 2003)
  • A Word on Iraq from Wamp (February 14, 2003)
  • Wamp Says Bush, Congress Must Represent United Front (October 8, 2002)
  • Appropriations Committee Provides Boost to High-Tech Defense Programs in Tennessee (June 27, 2002)
  • Legislation will Fix Pay Inequality for Military Personnel Serving in Korea. (May 1, 2002)
  • We Rely On The Reserves And National Guard For Our National Security (April 15, 2002)
  • The Spending Framework for 2003 Keeps Our Promise to America's Military Families. (March 27, 2002)
  • Being Called to Duty Should Not Result in a Pay Cut (February 4, 2002)
  • I Am Confident That The NNSA Will Continue To Be Vigilant In Protecting Our Nuclear Weapons Stockpile (January 24, 2002)
  • We Need to Maintain our Nuclear Deterrent (December 17, 2001)
  • Wamp Stands Behind Defense Spending Bill As a Planned Approach to Fight Terrorism (November 30, 2001)
  • "Stop Wasting Taxpayer Dollars" (June 18, 2001)
  • Missile Shield Will Promote Peace (May 10, 2001)
  • Wamp Supports Pay Increases For Our Military Personnel (April 30, 2001)
  • Wamp Backs Bill To Make Sure Military Votes Counted (February 5, 2001)
  • Wamp Urges Strong National Defense (September 1, 2000)
  • Education

  • Wamp Cosponsors Home School Non-Discrimination Act (February 21, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports Increased Funding For Abstinence Education (June 20, 2005)
  • Legislation Will Reauthorize and Strengthen Head Start (June 6, 2005)
  • No Child Left Behind, A First Step (May 4, 2005)
  • Tax Relief for Teachers (September 14, 2004)
  • Legislation Promotes American Sovereignty (December 30, 2003)
  • IDEA Reauthorization Is In Everyone's Best Interest (December 9, 2003)
  • Legislation Would Protect Needs of Homeschoolers (September 12, 2003)
  • Continuing to Improve Our Children's Education (August 6, 2003)
  • Providing the Best for Today's Students (May 19, 2003)
  • House Budget Bill Promotes Healthy Meal Choices for Students (April 25, 2003)
  • Preserving and Improving Head Start In the Department Of Education (April 9, 2003)
  • Nationwide Educational Effort Comes to Chattanooga (January 8, 2003)
  • Every Student Deserves the Best Education Possible (December 30, 2002)
  • I Support a Greater Cooperation between Federal, State and Local Government to Improve Education (December 18, 2002)
  • Children with Disabilities Deserve Quality Education (September 18, 2002)
  • Wamp Seeks Funding for Tennessee Charter Schools (August 30, 2002)
  • I Am Committed To Improving And Funding Public Education At Every Level (July 22, 2002)
  • Wamp Supports All Student Athletes (July 8, 2002)
  • Scouting Gets A Boast In President Bush's Education Bill (August 29, 2001)
  • A Strong Education System, Including Adult Education, Is Essential To American Growth And Success (July 9, 2001)
  • Wamp Character Education Approved (May 24, 2001)
  • Teachers Deserve A Helping Hand (April 11, 2001)
  • Character Education Makes a Difference (March 16, 2001)
  • Wamp to Work with Bush on Education (February 21, 2001)
  • Wamp, Etheridge Cosponsor "Character Education" (January 22, 2001)
  • Wamp Backs Increased Disabled Education (November 17, 2000)
  • Wamp Supports Boy Scouts of America (October 11, 2000)
  • Wamp Makes Education a Top Priority (March 12, 2000)
  • Energy

  • Ending Our Addiction to Foreign Oil (May 1, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports Clean and Green Solar Tax Act (December 13, 2005)
  • Wamp Addresses High Prices at the Pump (September 19, 2005)
  • International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor Has Breakthrough Potential (August 5, 2005)
  • Wamp Opposes Sale of Unocal to China (July 15, 2005)
  • Entech Should Be Top Priority (May 13, 2005)
  • Wamp Tapped To Lead Energy Policy For House Republicans (May 10, 2005)
  • We Must Focus On Energy Independence And Security (February 23, 2005)
  • Energy Policy Is A Security Priority (February 10, 2005)
  • Instability and Consumption Contribute To Rising Gas Prices (October 19, 2004)
  • Wamp Calls for New Energy Policy to Help Lower Gas Prices (June 9, 2004)
  • Rep. Zach Wamp Applauds Passage of Energy Bill (November 19, 2003)
  • Tennessee Gets Boost from 2004 Energy and Water Spending Bill (November 12, 2003)
  • Rep. Zach Wamp To Receive Energy Leadership Award (June 6, 2003)
  • The Start of Something Great (May 16, 2003)
  • Chickamauga Lock Launches Website (May 14, 2003)
  • Wamp Backs Legislation to Secure Energy for the Future (April 14, 2003)
  • Chickamauga Lock Replacement Set to Become Law Reports Wamp (February 13, 2003)
  • We Must Keep an Open Mind on Oil Exploration (January 22, 2003)
  • ETVI Pledges $20,000 to East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition (December 13, 2002)
  • Wamp Praises Sharp's Move to Establish a Solar Products Manufacturing Center in the U.S. (November 13, 2002)
  • Wamp Joins DOE Secretary Abraham and EPA Administrator Whitman in Presenting Awards during "Stars of Energy Efficiency" Gala (October 9, 2002)
  • Congressman Wamp Honored for His Leadership in Promoting Clean Energy (October 2, 2002)
  • The Yucca Mountain Repository is Vital for "Energy Independence" (May 9, 2002)
  • Top DOE Officials Coming to Oak Ridge (March 8, 2002)
  • National Renewable Energy Conference, Nov. 28, Washington, D.C. (November 27, 2001)
  • How Can We Reduce Our Dependence On Foreign Oil, Benefit Our Economy, And Improve Our Environment? (August 15, 2001)
  • Energy Conservation - a Realistic Option Because of Real Incentives (July 11, 2001)
  • A Word From Congressman Zach Wamp (May 18, 2001)
  • Wamp to Co-Chair Renewable Energy Caucus (February 12, 2001)
  • Wamp Notes Final Passage of Chickamauga Lock Bill (November 6, 2000)
  • House Authorizes Study Of Chickamauga Lock Replacement (October 19, 2000)
  • Wamp Supports Increases for DOE Research (October 10, 2000)
  • Chickamauga Lock Vital To Valley and Nation (June 9, 2000)
  • Act Now Against High Gas Prices (March 16, 2000)
  • Environment

  • Wamp Supports Protecting Public Lands (March 28, 2006)
  • Storm Water Fees Help Protect The Environment (November 16, 2004)
  • Program Aims To Clean Up Mining Damage (October 5, 2004)
  • National Park Service Issues Compromise Plan On Snowmobiles in Yellowstone (July 15, 2004)
  • Cell Towers Have No Place In National Parks (June 21, 2004)
  • Sound Science Needed To Identify Causes Of Global Warming (April 7, 2004)
  • House Considers Final Interior Spending Bill (October 29, 2003)
  • Preserving the Bend (February 28, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Bush's Clean Skies Initiative (December 23, 2002)
  • Governor, Department Of Energy Announce Protection Of 3,000 Acres, Cite Eight Years Of Progress At Oak Ridge (December 20, 2002)
  • Lumbering Foolishness on Forests (September 26, 2002)
  • Forest Preservation Essential for Future Generations (August 27, 2002)
  • Appropriations Subcommittee Funds Land Conservation Projects In Tennessee (July 10, 2002)
  • We Must Use And Manage Our National Forests Wisely (August 17, 2001)
  • Help is on the Way to Fight Against Southern Pine Beetles (July 26, 2001)
  • Wamp Calls for Balanced Approach to Environment (March 12, 2001)
  • Make Cleanup Priority at Bush DOE (January 5, 2001)
  • Wamp Says Protect Smoky Mountains Air (November 15, 2000)
  • Moratorium on Recycling Is Major Mistake (September 5, 2000)
  • Being Good Stewards of the Earth (August 4, 2000)
  • Enjoying the Beauty of East Tennessee (May 12, 2000)
  • Federal Employees

  • Wamp Supports Amendment to Protect Classified Information (May 3, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Protect Federal Employees From Retaliation (November 30, 2004)
  • Restructuring the House "Gift Ban" Rule (February 25, 2003)
  • Foreign Relations

  • Getting Americans Safely Out Of Lebanon (August 30, 2006)
  • North Korean Missile Tests Demand U.N. Response (July 5, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports Activism with China (May 31, 2006)
  • Wamp Praises Service of Mercy Ship (June 22, 2005)
  • Legislation Will Help Reform United Nations (June 17, 2005)
  • Iraqi Elections Are Encouraging (February 15, 2005)
  • Strict Accounting Necessary For Tsunami Relief Funds (February 8, 2005)
  • Members of Congress Pay Full Social Security Taxes (January 11, 2005)
  • Efforts Underway To Reduce The Spread of AIDS In Africa (December 15, 2004)
  • Saudi Schools Should Protect Students from Islamic Militants (March 29, 2004)
  • UN Treaty Could Violate American Values (January 30, 2004)
  • Syria Must Be Held Accountable (December 15, 2003)
  • Statement from Rep. Wamp about the Capture of Saddam Hussein (December 14, 2003)
  • U.N. Should Play Role In Iraq Reconstruction (September 29, 2003)
  • Bill Upholds American Values in the United Nations (March 31, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Freedom, Not Historical Allies (March 5, 2003)
  • A Statement from Congressman Zach Wamp (February 5, 2003)
  • Haiti Still Ruled By Corruption (July 29, 2002)
  • Wamp Opposes Trade Relations with China (June 6, 2001)
  • Bush's Leadership Lead To A Peaceful Resolution (April 12, 2001)
  • Government

  • Wamp Comments on Paper Ballots (July 28, 2006)
  • Putting Civility Back in Civil Government (December 30, 2005)
  • Memo Scandal at CBS A Breach of Public Trust (October 12, 2004)
  • Wamp Opposes Legislation Permitting Foreign-Born Citizens to Be President (September 28, 2004)
  • International Monitors Have No Place in Our Elections (September 16, 2004)
  • Will Congress Meet "High Expectations?" (September 5, 2003)
  • SEC Needs a Strong Leader (December 3, 2002)
  • Democratic Government Rests on Individual Freedom (September 13, 2002)
  • "I Voted For The Economic And Security Act Because I Am Hopeful That This Legislation Will Provide A Needed Spark To Our Economy" (December 27, 2001)
  • A New Postal Stamp To Honor the Memories of Those We Lost in the September 11th Attacks (September 25, 2001)
  • Wamp Backs English for Official Use (August 27, 2001)
  • A Word From Congressman Zach Wamp (August 9, 2001)
  • Post Service Needs To Take Stock (July 16, 2001)
  • Wamp Supports Coin Honoring M.L. King Jr. (June 4, 2001)
  • Post Service Needs To Take Stock (May 14, 2001)
  • Congressman Wamp Promotes Faith-based Leadership (April 6, 2001)
  • Wamp Comments on Bush Speech (February 27, 2001)
  • Wamp Lands Top Committee Assignment for Tennessee (February 15, 2001)
  • No Third Term for Former President Clinton (January 29, 2001)
  • Wamp Predicts Progress with President-elect Bush (January 3, 2001)
  • FBI's Carnivore Should Be Shut Down (December 11, 2000)
  • Wamp Lauds Constitutional Process (December 6, 2000)
  • Election Coverage Should Receive Review (December 4, 2000)
  • Wamp Supports Giving Firefighters the Equipment They Need (October 18, 2000)
  • The Do Plenty Congress (July 14, 2000)
  • Clinton-Gore Fumble National Security (June 22, 2000)
  • Protect Our National Secrets! (May 5, 2000)
  • Guns

  • Wamp Cosponsors the Fairness in Firearm Testing Act (April 7, 2006)
  • SAFE Act Would Protect Second Amendment Rights (February 15, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Repeal Brady Act (July 20, 2005)
  • Second Amendment Should Govern The U.S. Capitol (November 18, 2003)
  • Legislation Would End Prohibition On Face-to-face Firearm Sales (October 6, 2003)
  • I Am Committed To Addressing The Root Causes Of Gun Violence In Our Society (July 23, 2001)
  • Don't Persecute Law Abiding Businesses, Citizens (July 1, 2000)
  • More Gun Control Won't End Crime (April 20, 2000)
  • Healthcare

  • Encouraging Doctors To See Medicare Patients (June 29, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Protect Children from Mercury (April 19, 2006)
  • Poor Health Threatens U.S. Economy (April 17, 2006)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Health Care Freedom of Choice Act (March 7, 2006)
  • Wamp Sponsors Workplace Health Improvement Program Act (March 3, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports Maintaining Physician Reimbursement Rates (January 17, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Protect Access to Durable Medical Equipment (October 13, 2005)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act (October 3, 2005)
  • Parents Have a Right to Know (June 27, 2005)
  • More Nurses Needed In Health Care System (May 25, 2005)
  • Wamp Leads Charge On A Fitter America (May 23, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Improve Workplace Fitness (April 19, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Reduce Exposure To Mercury In Childhood Vaccines (April 15, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Help Curb Underage Drinking (March 16, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Allow Drug Re-importation (March 9, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Provide For Mercury-Free Vaccines (August 12, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Promote Early Detection Of Breast Cancer (August 6, 2004)
  • Funding For Alzheimer's Research Needed (June 16, 2004)
  • Congress Must Encourage Companies to Provide Heath Benefits (May 17, 2004)
  • Parents Have a Right to Protect Their Child's Health (May 10, 2004)
  • Nutrition Education Is Important To Fighting Obesity (May 3, 2004)
  • Breast Cancer Survivors Deserve Time to Recuperate (March 31, 2004)
  • Tennessee On The Move Launches Statewide Initiative To Fight Obesity By Encouraging Healthy Eating And Active Living (March 10, 2004)
  • Health Savings Accounts Are Essential For Health Care Reform (February 25, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Keep Medicare Rx Drug Prices Under Control (February 23, 2004)
  • The FDA Needs To Review RU-486 (February 11, 2004)
  • The Medical "Crystal Ball" - A Look Into Your Future (January 7, 2004)
  • Wamp Supports Increased Funding For Medical Research December 23, 2003 ()
  • Wamp Attends Roll Out of the Future Medical Shelter System at Y-12 (November 4, 2003)
  • Chewing the Fat on Air Force One (September 22, 2003)
  • Human Genome Shouldn't Be Used to Discriminate (August 20, 2003)
  • Wamp Advocates Safe Re-Importation of FDA Approved Drugs (July 30, 2003)
  • Legislation Would Create Association Health Plans (July 7, 2003)
  • For A Healthier America (March 14, 2003)
  • Making a Difference in the Fight against AIDS (March 10, 2003)
  • Wamp Signs Onto Medical Liability Reform Bill (February 26, 2003)
  • Funding for Medical Research Critical (February 11, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Containing Health Care Costs (January 29, 2003)
  • We Need a Prescription Drug Benefit (January 24, 2003)
  • The Medical "Crystal Ball" - A Look Into Your Future (January 7, 2003)
  • "The Perfect Storm" in Healthcare (November 19, 2002)
  • Should Distribution of Contraceptives Require Parental Notification? (October 31, 2002)
  • Americans Deserve Relief from Prescription Drug Costs (October 16, 2002)
  • Wamp joins American Cancer Society at event on Capitol Hill (September 20, 2002)
  • New CMS Proposal Penalizes Hospitals for Efficient Treatment (August 15, 2002)
  • Wamp is Co-sponsor of HEALTH ACT (August 2, 2002)
  • House Bill Addresses Prescription Drug Costs to Seniors (July 17, 2002)
  • Wamp Committed to a More Secure Future for America's Seniors (April 1, 2002)
  • A Nation As Great As Ours Must Provide Better Options For The Health And Well Being Of Our Senior Citizens (January 4, 2002)
  • Families With Developmentally Disabled Children Carry A Heavy Financial Burden, And Face Tremendous Challenges As They Care For Their Young Ones (August 13, 2001)
  • Homeland Security

  • Wamp Reflects On Recovery in Gulf Cost (March 20, 2006)
  • National Security Should Not Be Sacrificed For the Almighty Dollar (March 1, 2006)
  • Wamp Announces Grant from Department of Homeland Security for Chestnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department (December 7, 2005)
  • Wamp Reflects On Hurricane Katrina Recovery (September 23, 2005)
  • Wamp Reflects On London Attacks (July 8, 2005)
  • Wamp Offers Legislation to Ensure Local Participation in QRT Facility Decisions (September 4, 2003)
  • Wamp Announces Witnesses for Oak Ridge Briefing with Homeland Security Chairman Rogers (June 10, 2003)
  • Wamp Announces Oak Ridge Briefing with Homeland Security Appropriations Chairman Rogers (May 30, 2003)
  • Regional Work with Homeland Security, Space Transportation to Be Discussed At Summit (May 20, 2003)
  • Frist, Alexander And Congressmen Request Disaster Assistance For Tennessee (May 13, 2003)
  • Wamp Named To Key Homeland Security Subcommittee (January 30, 2003)
  • New Homeland Security Department Needs To Have Balance (December 10, 2002)
  • Department of Homeland Security Protects Civil Rights (November 25, 2002)
  • Congressman Zach Wamp Congratulates Richard Meehan (November 15, 2002)
  • Wamp Gets Demo of Cutting-Edge Homeland Security Technology (October 22, 2002)
  • We are "Great Because We Are Good" (September 6, 2002)
  • Oak Ridge Program Uses Surplus DOE Equipment (September 4, 2002)
  • House Passes Measure to Arm Pilots (August 20, 2002)
  • Securing our Homeland (June 21, 2002)
  • Bush Announces Office Of Homeland Security (June 14, 2002)
  • Wamp Commends Bush for his Perseverance in the War on Terrorism (May 24, 2002)
  • Emergency Spending Bill Supports Homeland Security Needs (May 15, 2002)
  • A Key to Winning the War on Terrorism � INS Reform (April 26, 2002)
  • Terrorism Around the World Must be Eliminated (April 10, 2002)
  • President and Congress are Working on National Security, Homeland Security (February 1, 2002)
  • Congress Needs to Fully Support President Bush (January 23, 2002)
  • What Went Wrong? (December 14, 2001)
  • Housing

  • Congress Funds Heating Assistance Program (January 12, 2006)
  • Congress Funding Heating Assistance Program (January 12, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Help Firefighters Become Homeowners (December 12, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports President in Push for Homeownership (July 1, 2002)
  • Wamp Appreciates Firefighters for Their Courageous Work (January 30, 2002)
  • Immigration

  • Immigration Reform Must Start With Border Security (May 22, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports Comprehensive Immigration Reform (April 14, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports Border Protection, Antiterrorism, and Illegal Immigration Control Act (December 20, 2005)
  • Wamp Delivers Statement on Immigration Reform (December 9, 2005)
  • Allowing Illegal Immigrants Drivers' Licenses Compromises National Security (July 13, 2004)
  • Wamp Offers Amendment to Ensure QRT Facility is Not Constructed on East Brainerd (July 28, 2003)
  • Illegal Immigration is Un-American (June 20, 2003)
  • Legislation Would Grant Citizenship to All American Soldiers (April 28, 2003)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Legislation to Stop the Acceptance of Foreign ID Cards (April 2, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports SAFER Act (October 25, 2002)
  • We Should Not Reward Illegal Immigrants With Blanket Amnesty (September 27, 2001)
  • Judiciary

  • Wamp Strenghtens Child Safety Act (September 5, 2006)
  • The Press Must Be Held Accountable For Irresonsible Reporting (August 2, 2006)
  • Wamp Supports English Only Ballots (June 15, 2006)
  • House Passes Child Safety Act (March 24, 2006)
  • New Law Will Fight Human Trafficking (January 23, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Curb Lawsuit Abuse (November 30, 2005)
  • Congress Funds Tennessee Statewide Meth Initiative (November 10, 2005)
  • Wamp Supports Citizen's Property Rights (November 4, 2005)
  • Legislation Promotes American Sovereignty (October 25, 2005)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Free Flow of Information Act (August 19, 2005)
  • Constitutional Amendment Would Protect Religious Liberty (July 22, 2005)
  • Wamp Disapproves Of Eminent Domain Decision (July 11, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Help Kids Rescued From Meth Homes (May 17, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Strengthen Child Predator Laws (April 13, 2005)
  • Health Ethics In America (April 4, 2005)
  • Legislation Will Facilitate Reentry of Offenders into Society (November 18, 2004)
  • House Passes Legislation Protecting the Pledge (September 30, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Protect Religious Observation in the Workplace (September 8, 2004)
  • Government Has Legitimate Interest in Protecting Flag (July 20, 2004)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Constitutional Restoration Act (May 14, 2004)
  • A Clear Message to Our Youth: Steroid Abuse Is Wrong (April 12, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Protect Religious Liberties from Extremist Judges (March 22, 2004)
  • Federal Judges Should Follow Law, Not Make Law (January 20, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Protect Our Religious Liberties (December 1, 2003)
  • Rep. Wamp Wins FRC'S "True Blue" Award for Consistent Support of Family (October 22, 2003)
  • The Supreme Court Should Not Cite Foreign Rulings (August 13, 2003)
  • Legislation Would Protect Constitutional Rights (May 6, 2003)
  • Preventing Bankruptcy Abuse (March 24, 2003)
  • Preserving the Pledge of Allegiance (March 19, 2003)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Identity Theft Prevention Act (March 17, 2003)
  • Protecting Civil Liberties (March 7, 2003)
  • A Word from Wamp on Cloning (February 19, 2003)
  • A Word on Judicial Appointments from Rep. Wamp (February 12, 2003)
  • State of the Union Address Comes Home to Chattanooga (February 3, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Flag Protection Amendment (January 17, 2003)
  • Wamp Adamantly Opposed to Human Cloning (January 7, 2003)
  • Marriage Should Be Defined As a Union Between a Man and a Woman (October 29, 2002)
  • Wamp Urges Appeal of Child Pornography Ruling (August 21, 2002)
  • Bill Addresses Bankruptcy Accountability (August 19, 2002)
  • Wamp Encourages the DOJ to Investigate Cases of Software Piracy (August 7, 2002)
  • Equality Under The Law Is A Goal Worth Seeking (July 31, 2002)
  • Tougher Laws For Corporate America (July 26, 2002)
  • Wamp Calls for New Chattanooga Courthouse, Renovation of Solomon Building in 2003 Spending Bill (July 15, 2002)
  • Statement from Rep. Zach Wamp about the Pledge of Allegiance Appeals Court Ruling (June 27, 2002)
  • Wamp Votes For Anti-Porn Bill to Protect Children (June 27, 2002)
  • Wamp Concerned about Perils of Gambling (May 31, 2002)
  • Wamp Disappointed by the Supreme Court's Decision on Virtual Child Pornography (May 3, 2002)
  • Wamp Opposes the Creation of International Criminal Court (April 17, 2002)
  • New Courthouse to Be Built in Chattanooga (April 3, 2002)
  • Our Country Was Founded On The Principle Of Freedom Of Religion, Not Freedom From Religion (February 21, 2002)
  • Labor

  • Protecting American Jobs And Labor Market's Needs Must Be Balanced (February 4, 2005)
  • Legislation Will Advance Technological Innovation And Create Jobs (August 3, 2004)
  • Chattanooga's New Economy Institute Offers Update and Announces Second-Year Funding for Workforce Aging Management Program (February 4, 2004)
  • Manufacturing Means Jobs for the Tennessee Valley (January 23, 2004)
  • A Statement from Congressman Zach Wamp About the Increase of Pension Benefits for Oak Ridge Retirees (January 8, 2004)
  • Statement by Congressman Zach Wamp about the EEOICPA (October 31, 2003)
  • Comp Time Bill Fails To Come To Vote (June 16, 2003)
  • Keeping Jobs At Home (April 7, 2003)
  • BNFL-ETTP Surpasses Million Work Hours without Lost-Time Accident (March 28, 2003)
  • Wamp Announces Funds for New Workforce Development Program (March 25, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Extension of Unemployment Benefits (January 21, 2003)
  • Childcare is Essential in Encouraging People to Work (June 3, 2002)
  • Congress Will Make it Easier For Americans To Save For Retirement (March 6, 2002)
  • We Must Prevent Further Job Loss By Doing Everything We Can To Get Our Economy Back On Track (January 17, 2002)
  • Department Of Labor To Help Oak Ridge Sick Workers (May 4, 2001)
  • Wamp Votes to Increase Limits on Retirement Savings (May 3, 2001)
  • Wamp Says Getting Sick Workers Plan Is "Miracle" (October 5, 2000)
  • Wamp to Speak Out For Sick Workers (September 20, 2000)
  • Wamp Urges Guaranteed Help For Sick Workers (August 2, 2000)
  • Wamp Backs Bill to Boost Retirement Savings (July 19, 2000)
  • Wamp Vows Bipartisan Effort for Sick Workers (June 20, 2000)
  • Wamp, Others Urge Hearings for Sick Workers (June 15, 2000)
  • Wamp Urges Payments for Sick Workers (May 17, 2000)
  • Wamp Strongly Supports Plan To Help Sick Workers (April 12, 2000)
  • Medicare

  • Correcting Flawed Physician Reimbursement (August 11, 2006)
  • Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Will Hurt More Than Help (December 19, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports Correcting Flawed Medicare Payment System (August 18, 2003)
  • Medicare Rx Drug Act Places Moratorium On Therapy Cap (August 12, 2003)
  • Correcting Flawed Physician Payment Formula (February 28, 2003)
  • Wamp Opposes Medicare Payment Reductions to Doctors (January 28, 2003)
  • We Need To Update Medicare's Policy (July 10, 2001)
  • Small Business

  • Interior Bill Supports American Business (June 24, 2005)
  • BWXT Y-12 Celebrates the Receipt of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award (October 20, 2003)
  • Social Security

  • Social Security Must Be Preserved And Strengthened (January 13, 2005)
  • Legislation Will Close Social Security Loopholes (March 8, 2004)
  • Wamp Signs Pledge To Protect Social Security (October 10, 2002)
  • Wamp Backs Bill To Protect Social Security Numbers (July 13, 2001)
  • Wamp Backs Social Security "Lockbox" Bill (February 23, 2001)
  • Wamp Supports Social Security Benefits Tax Relief (September 26, 2000)
  • Wamp Supports Social Security Reform (August 28, 2000)
  • Law Ending Social Security Earnings Penalty Now Final (April 7, 2000)
  • Wamp Votes "Yes" To Pass Bill Giving Seniors Freedom To Work (March 28, 2000)
  • Wamp Votes To Put More Money in Seniors' Pockets (March 1, 2000)
  • Science

  • Congressman Wamp to Discuss Current Initiatives Underway at Technology Council Event (February 20, 2004)
  • A Statement from Congressman Zach Wamp about the New Director of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (July 1, 2003)
  • A Reflection on the Columbia Disaster from Rep. Wamp (February 7, 2003)
  • House Committee Passes Bill to Fully Fund Nation's Largest Science Project (September 9, 2002)
  • Technology is the Key to Economic Development (June 10, 2002)
  • Wamp's Efforts Key to Museum Preservation (December 18, 2000)
  • Wamp, Subcommittee Chairman Agree On SNS Support (June 29, 2000)
  • Science Committee Backs SNS in Oak Ridge (March 8, 2000)
  • Taxes

  • Wamp Supports Sales Tax Deduction (September 29, 2006)
  • Tax Relief Strengthens the Economy (May 12, 2006)
  • Tax Cuts Create Strong and Resilient Economy (March 30, 2006)
  • Rep. Wamp Says News of Strong Economy and Lowest Unemployment in Four Years Shows GOP Tax Cuts Working (December 5, 2005)
  • Wamp Praises Legislation Extending Sales Tax Deduction (November 16, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Give Families Tax Relief (July 18, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Repeal Death Tax (March 29, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Include Deduction For Sales Tax (July 29, 2004)
  • Congress Passed the Middle Class Alternative Tax Relief (June 14, 2004)
  • Reducing Capital Gains Tax Encourages Reinvestment in The Economy (March 15, 2004)
  • Wamp Supports Tax-Exempt Status of U.S. Citizens Working Abroad (February 9, 2004)
  • Tennessee Sales Tax Should Be Deductible From Federal Income Taxes (January 5, 2004)
  • Tax Code Needs Complete Overhaul (August 29, 2003)
  • Wamp Supports President's Economic Plan (May 9, 2003)
  • Tennessee Sales Tax Should Be Deductible From Federal Income Taxes (January 2, 2003)
  • Capital Gains Tax Cuts Could Give Boost to Economy (December 9, 2002)
  • Wamp Encourages Taxpayers to Visit IRS Web Site for Undelivered Refund Checks (November 22, 2002)
  • Wamp Supports the Elimination of Capital Gains Taxes (October 21, 2002)
  • "American Citizens Spend Nearly Half Of What They Earn Each Year On Taxes." (June 28, 2002)
  • Wamp Voted in Favor of Making Tax Cuts Permanent (June 17, 2002)
  • Current Tax Code Hurts Families And The Economy (May 28, 2002)
  • Tax Relief Does Work! (April 11, 2002)
  • Wamp Supports Bush's Tax Cut Proposals (February 15, 2002)
  • A Sales Tax Holiday (November 21, 2001)
  • Overtaxed Citizens Deserve A Break (May 11, 2001)
  • All Taxpayers Should Receive Tax Relief (April 11, 2001)
  • Wamp Votes To Repeal Death Tax (April 6, 2001)
  • Let's Expand the Child Tax Credit (April 2, 2001)
  • Let's Reform the Unfair Marriage Penalty (April 2, 2001)
  • Bush Plan Gives Tax Relief to Taxpayers (March 19, 2001)
  • Wamp Votes To Provide Tax Relief To Families (March 8, 2001)
  • It's Wrong To Tax Marriage and Death (September 18, 2000)
  • Wamp Votes for Relief from Unfair Marriage Penalty Tax (September 13, 2000)
  • Wamp Says Death Tax Hurts Small Business (September 7, 2000)
  • Wamp Urges Clinton to Sign Death Tax Repeal (August 25, 2000)
  • Marriage Penalty Relief Boon to East Tennessee (July 12, 2000)
  • End the Unfair Death Tax (June 16, 2000)
  • Americans Shouldn't Be Dying To Pay Taxes (June 9, 2000)
  • Wamp Votes To Eliminate Federal Tax Code (April 14, 2000)
  • Telecommunications

  • Legislation Would Prohibit Internet Gambling (August 21, 2006)
  • Legislation Promotes Internet Innovation (June 20, 2006)
  • Legislation Would Expand 2-1-1 Telephone Service Nationwide (July 29, 2005)
  • Americans Deserve More Control over Cable Programming (June 7, 2004)
  • Competition Will Eventually Lower Cable Costs (March 3, 2004)
  • Television Networks Must Be Held Accountable (March 1, 2004)
  • The Public Needs More Media Outlets, Competition (January 16, 2004)
  • "Do Not Call" Registry Will End Telemarketing Headaches (October 24, 2003)
  • FCC Rule Change Would Limit Competition (October 14, 2003)
  • Wamp Fights Federal Communications Commission's Decision (June 23, 2003)
  • House Passes Legislation: Will Protect Families from Online Gambling (June 18, 2003)
  • Quality Family Programming Will Stay in Chattanooga (October 24, 2002)
  • Proposed Legislation Prohibits Internet Gambling (August 29, 2002)
  • Wamp Votes for a More Child-Friendly Internet (May 21, 2002)
  • Telecommunications Industry Hit Hard by Competition (May 20, 2002)
  • The Most Difficult Job You'll Ever Love! (April 5, 2002)
  • Wamp Wants Telemarketer ID (March 1, 2001)
  • Let's Protect Against Telemarketer Intrusions (August 21, 2000)
  • Say No To Government Internet Snooping (August 17, 2000)
  • Let's Keep the Internet as Open As Possible (June 15, 2000)
  • Trade

  • A Vote Against Permanent Normal Trade (May 24, 2000)
  • Transportation

  • Transportation, Treasury Housing and Urban Development Bill Supports Third District Priorities (June 7, 2006)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (June 5, 2006)
  • Transportation Legislation Is Critical (April 11, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Limit Tolls on Highways (October 26, 2004)
  • Legislation to Extend Security Screening To Private Aviation Unnecessary (October 21, 2004)
  • Legislation Preserves Right to Ride Livestock on Federal Lands (September 23, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Protect Volunteer Pilots from Liability (April 26, 2004)
  • Compromise Needed That Funds Infrastructure And Holds Line on Taxes (April 5, 2004)
  • Transportation Funding Is a Top Priority (February 18, 2004)
  • Transportation Infrastructure Needs Continuing Investment (October 16, 2003)
  • Developing Our Transportation Infrastructure In A Changing World (September 15, 2003)
  • Change In Hours-Of-Service Rule Will Save Lives (August 15, 2003)
  • Chattanooga Gets Boost from Treasury-Transportation Spending Bill (July 25, 2003)
  • Nation's Transportation Infrastructure Must Be a High Priority (April 21, 2003)
  • Chickamauga Lock Repair a High Priority (November 27, 2002)
  • 2003 Transportation Spending Bill Will Provide a Boost to Chattanooga Area (October 3, 2002)
  • America Needs a Strong Passenger Rail System (August 19, 2002)
  • Annual Chickamauga Lock Forum To Be Held In Knoxville This Year On August 21 (July 25, 2002)
  • Wamp Committed to Replacing the Chickamauga Lock (February 25, 2002)
  • Road Safety Is Important To Everyone (April 18, 2001)
  • Tennessee Gets Boost from Added Transit Funds (May 9, 2000)
  • TVA

  • TVA Should Not Outsource Jobs Overseas (April 16, 2004)
  • Tennessee Valley Corridor Summit Returns To Knoxville/Oak Ridge (December 17, 2003)
  • Baxter Confirmed to TVA Board (November 28, 2001)
  • Ashcroft: Nuclear Plants Are On Their Highest Security Level (November 5, 2001)
  • Tva To Constructing 5 Fuel Gas Desulfurization Systems To Reduce Sulfur Dioxide Emissions From Coal-fired Plants (October 5, 2001)
  • Protect Valley Ratepayers in Deregulation (June 1, 2000)
  • Veterans

  • Wamp supports funds for new VA medical facilities (October 27, 2006)
  • Wamp Defends Record Supporting Veterans (September 25, 2006)
  • Wamp Cosponsors Respect for America's Fallen Heroes Act (April 25, 2006)
  • Wamp Votes to Boost Vets Medical Services (November 22, 2005)
  • A No-Lose Mission (November 15, 2005)
  • Honoring Service Both Past and Present (May 27, 2005)
  • Legislation Would Eliminate Survivor Benefit Plan Offset (August 26, 2004)
  • Legislation Would Correct Flaw in Montgomery G.I. Bill (July 23, 2004)
  • Merchant Marines Deserve Veterans Benefits for World War II Service (May 7, 2004)
  • Roane County Needs a Veterans Outpatient Clinic (May 5, 2004)
  • Survivor Benefit Reduction Should Be Phased Out (April 2, 2004)
  • Disabled Veterans Deserve Space-Available Status On Military Planes (November 25, 2003)
  • Wamp Reminds Area Veterans About the LOC's Veterans History Project (November 7, 2003)
  • A "Sacred Trust" with our Veterans (May 22, 2003)
  • A Museum For the Ages (April 11, 2003)
  • Improving Health Care for Veterans (March 17, 2003)
  • Library of Congress "Veterans History Project" Begins Locally on Veteran's Day, November 11 (November 7, 2002)
  • 2003 Budget Reflects Commitment to America's Veterans (October 7, 2002)
  • Wamp Calls for Study of Erlanger/Veterans Healthcare program (July 19, 2002)
  • The 2003 Budget Builds on My Commitment to America's Veterans (July 3, 2002)
  • Improving Health Care for our Veterans is a Top Priority for Wamp (March 4, 2002)
  • A Word From Congressman Zach Wamp (September 7, 2001)
  • VA Should Help Veterans with Claims (October 17, 2000)
  • Wamp Honors Decorated Vietnam Veteran Melvin Page (October 6, 2000)
  • Wamp Awards Korea Vet - 50 Years after War (August 23, 2000)
  • Honoring Veterans (August 17, 2000)
  • Stop Taking From Vets' Retirement (August 7, 2000)
  • Wamp Announces Close-To-Home Vets Health Care (July 31, 2000)
  • Memorial Day 2000 -- A Day to Remember (May 25, 2000)
  • Wamp Seeks To Honor D-Day Veterans (May 17, 2000)
  • Help For The National Medal Of Honor Museum (May 15, 2000)
  • VA Responds to Wamp's Push for Improvements at VA Clinic (April 3, 2000)
  • Welfare Reform

     

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