“Since my first year in Congress representing the 14^th district I have managed my office in a frugal manner, instructing staff to provide the greatest possible service to the people of the 14^th district at the least possible cost to taxpayers,” said Paul.

 

The purchase of needed computer replacements increased office related expenses, making it especially difficult to restrain spending this past year. However, Chief of Staff Tom Lizardo was pleased, stating, “Gladly, we were able to make these purchases to enhance services and still return significant funding to the treasury.”