Job Creation and the Economy
Government does not create jobs. Government creates an environment where private business can grow and create jobs. We are now competing in a global economy, and our government needs to recognize the evolving needs of American business owners in this global competition. Our overly complicated tax code, excessive regulations and general uncertainty are squeezing our business community. As a Member of Congress I will work to create an environment where the private sector has the confidence to invest, innovate, prosper and profit. Through my work on the House Education and the Workforce Committee, I will provide the necessary oversight of the Department of Labor and National Labor Relations Board to ensure businesses are providing safe and healthy working conditions, but not stifling private sector growth. I will also support tax reforms that result in a simpler, shorter and fairer tax code for all Hoosiers.
I also hear from businesses that they are struggling to find qualified workers. I am a proud original cosponsor of the Supporting Knowledge and Investing in Lifelong Skills (SKILLS) Act because I know we must ensure our schools are training people for the jobs that exist. This bill streamlines the current inefficient workforce development programs and ensures more dollars are invested in training workers. Our economy will improve when more Americans are back to work.
Quick Read: Brooks and DelBene to Co-Chair Women’s High Tech Coalition
Quick Read: Brooks op-ed on the SKILLS Act and job creation.
Work in the District: Connecting Careers & Classrooms
Photos: Brooks visits with local employers.
Video: Brooks discusses Obamacare's impact on jobs.
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Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN5) released the following statement after voting in favor of legislation to fund government operations for the remainder of fiscal year 2014:
“Today’s vote brings further stability and accountability to our nation’s checkbook. Republicans in the House have exercised their rightful authority to set the nation’s spending priorities. There is much more work to do, but with overall discretionary spending now $165 billion lower than it was when Republicans assumed control of the House in 2010, we are moving in the right direction.
Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN) joined more than 40 industry experts including federal, state and local elected officials for an aviation roundtable today at the Indianapolis Executive Airport in Zionsville. The event was co-hosted by the Congresswoman, Montgomery Aviation, Indianapolis Executive Airport and the Hamilton County Airport Authority. Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard, Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear, Zionsville Town Council President Jeff Papa, State Representative Steve Braun and State Representative Jerry Torr were also in attendance.
Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN) took to the House Floor today to highlight the negative impacts of Obamacare on Hoosier students and educators.
(Indianapolis, Ind.) - Fresh off two recent international awards for customer service excellence and world-class air cargo operations, Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) officials were joined by business and civic leaders Monday morning to announce details about a new and improved parking program, parkIND, to support on-airport parking customers and continue to enhance the Indianapolis International Airport’s (IND) positive economic impact on Central Indiana.
CONVERSE — U.S Rep. Susan Brooks said she’s been frustrated by the way legislation passed in the House has died in the Senate during her first few months in office, but she promised to keep a laser focus on her main priority — job creation — while assuring that homeland security remains funded.
Brooks was the featured speaker at the Local Elected Officials Dinner Thursday night at Converse’s Rainbow Conference Center.
Each year, Americans come together on Memorial Day to remember and honor those who have sacrificed their lives in defense of this nation.
It is a day that provides an opportunity to commemorate the brave efforts of all our Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guardsmen and Coast Guardsmen – those who have served throughout our nation’s history and those who still defend us today.
Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN) released the following statement today after voting in favor of House Resolution 3 – The Northern Route Approval Act – which approves the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline:
“The Keystone XL pipeline will create thousands of jobs and pump billions of dollars into our economy. The initial Keystone application was submitted in 2008. After 1706 days of stonewalling, the President simply has no excuse for continuing to stall the completion of this vital project.
Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN) spoke on the House Floor today in favor of repealing Obamacare:
“Mr. Speaker: I rise today in strong support of HR 45, the repeal of the Affordable Care Act. Obamacare is bad for the young and for the elderly.
Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN) led a bipartisan letter from Indiana’s Congressional Delegation in support of Governor Mike Pence’s request for Small Business Administration disaster assistance. The funds aim to help communities damaged by last month’s severe storms and flooding.
Congresswoman Brooks was joined by Senators Dan Coats and Joe Donnelly, as well as Representatives Todd Rokita, Larry Bucshon, Pete Visclosky, Luke Messer, Andre Carson, Todd Young, Marlin Stutzman and Jackie Walorski.
TEXT OF LETTER TO ADMINISTRATOR MILLS:
Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks spent the day in Anderson on Tuesday, April 29 meeting with local residents and touring one of the city’s largest employers.
The Congresswoman spoke to Anderson Rotary Club members during their weekly meeting at the Anderson Country Club. Her remarks focused on Anderson’s successful economic development efforts and ways Congress can support job creation and workforce training opportunities.