2011 Press Releases

Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed the "Require a PLAN Act" with a bipartisan vote of 253-167. Unlike the president's previous budget proposals, the PLAN Act will require the White House to propose a plan that outlines when and how

Today, President Obama called on Congress to pass a short-term package of spending cuts and new tax increases to delay the across-the-board spending cuts, known as the "sequester". The previous fiscal cliff deal delayed the sequester until March 1...

The National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) presented Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins with The Wheat Advocate Award this week. The Wheat Advocate Award is given annually to members of Congress who have demonstrated exemplary support for the wheat industry

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins introduced the Congressional Pay Adjustment Act in the U.S. House this week. This bill seeks to address Washington's poor fiscal record and encourage members of Congress to get serious about balancing the budget.

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation to restrict Congressional pay if the House and Senate fail to pass a budget.

Today Congresswoman Jenkins released the following statement on how Congress can solve Washington's spending crisis and put the nation on a path toward a balanced budget.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement today after President Obama issued 23 "executive actions" on gun violence in response to the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy.

Today Congresswoman Jenkins announces she is joining the No Labels congressional problem solvers. This group is comprised of 24 Democrats and Republicans from both the House and Senate who are committed to meeting regularly to build trust across the aisle

Today the United States Air Force announced the selection of both Forbes Airfield in Topeka and McConnell Air Force Base (AFB) in Wichita as finalists for the basing of the KC-46A tanker program.

On Friday, the House voted on $9.7 billion in additional borrowing authority for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to assist Hurricane Sandy victims. Congresswoman Jenkins released the following statement after the vote.

Today marks the beginning of the 113th Congress. Congresswoman Jenkins released the following statement about the work that lies ahead.

Kansas Governor Sam Brownback and the Kansas Congressional Delegation announced today the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has signed a land transfer agreement with the State of Kansas for the site where the National Bio- and Agro-defense Facili

With only a few hours left as the nation approaches the fiscal cliff deadline, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement on the current negotiations.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited a Lawrence High School government class today to discuss the current issues of the day and encourage youth involvement in politics.

At the House Republican Leadership's weekly press conference today, Conference Vice Chair Lynn Jenkins said the president's failure to put forth a balanced plan with real spending reforms is delaying Congress's ability to prevent the fiscal cl

U.S. Senators Pat Roberts and Jerry Moran, and U.S. Representatives Tim Huelskamp and Lynn Jenkins today announced Ft. Riley was awarded a $35.2 million federal grant to build a new middle school.

Today, House Republican leaders sent a letter to the White House with a new offer to avert the fiscal cliff.

The situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip is escalating. Latest reports cite more than 400 rockets have been fired at Southern Israel from Gaza since November 10.

Next Monday, November 19, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins will host a Tele-Townhall where second district seniors will be able the discuss Medicare open enrollment questions and other Medicare concerns.

Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) was elected as Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference by her Republican colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins announced the names of the Kansas 2nd Congressional District students who will receive her nomination for appointment to the U.S. Service Academies.

As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, I am ready to lead on this issue. We did it in the 1980s with a Republican president and a Democrat-controlled House.

"The implementation of the U.S.-Panama Trade Promotion Agreement is especially good news for Kansas farmers, ranchers, manufacturers, and other job creators."

Today, Congresswoman Jenkins sent a letter to President Obama asking him to direct the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Secretary Sebelius to reconsider two parts of Obamacare that could jeopardize the future of Health Savings Accoun

On Friday, a Kansas Supreme Court ruling upheld the limit on economic damages that can be awarded to medical malpractice victims, a $250,000 cap for pain and suffering, as constitutional.

According to today's Bureau of Labor and Statistics report, the unemployment rate fell to 7.8% in September. The unemployment rate topped 8 percent from February 2009 to August 2012, which was the longest period of time since 1948.

WASHINGTON–President Obama claims he wants to protect middle-class families. However, new research shows the president's spending policies will eventually be paid for on the backs of middle-class Americans.

Today Congresswoman Jenkins visited the former town of Treece, Kansas, to recognize the federal, state, and local efforts that played a role in the Treece Buyout and Relocation Project.

On Thursday, September 27, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins will speak at an event hosted by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment in Treece, Kan.

The National Federation of Independent Business, the nation's leading small business association, named Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins as a Guardian of Small Business for her outstanding voting record on behalf of America's small-business owners durin

Today the Federal Reserve announced it will launch a third round of quantitative easing, also called QE3, to stimulate the economy.

Today's vote to continue to fund the government temporarily is a perfect example of why this country is $16 trillion in debt. It's a symptom of the debilitating disease of a broken budget process.

"My thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragedy and their families. Today we honor these American patriots, their extraordinary service, and their selfless commitment to diplomacy and freedom."

Congresswoman Jenkins released the following statement regarding the anniversary of the terrorist attacks that shook our nation 11 years ago.

Today, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics announced the unemployment rate dropped from 8.3% to 8.1%, adding only 96,000 jobs in August.

Wednesday, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited Columbus, Kan., and Parsons, Kan., to host listening sessions as part of her Congress to Kansas tour. The discussion topics covered the economy, government regulation, the budget, Medicare, and rural healthcar

"Regularly meeting with the folks at home is one of the most important and enjoyable duties of a representative in Congress."

"It was great to hear from folks in Leavenworth today, and their concerns about the farm bill, Medicare, and the role our government plays in our lives.

Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited Osawatomie, Kan., to host a listening session as part of her Congress to Kansas tour.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins welcomes Ginger Niemann of Nortonville, Kan., as a legislative aide in her Washington office. Niemann will be covering military, agriculture, veterans, postal, and welfare issues.

On Tuesday, August 14, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins will visit Osawatomie, Kan., to host a listening session as part of her Congress to Kansas tour.

This afternoon, the House of Representatives will vote on a drought assistance package to provide certainty to those producers who are ineligible for crop insurance.

Today the House of Representatives will vote on the Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2012. This piece of legislation will protect American taxpayers from a $4 trillion tax hike in 2013 as a result of the fiscal cliff.

On Saturday, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins visited three farms in Franklin, Shawnee, and Osage counties to examine drought damage and losses and discuss conditions with local agriculture producers, including such organizations as the Kansas Farm Bureau, Kans

This bipartisan effort, cosponsored by Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, will increase oversight over the Federal Reserve's management of trillions of taxpayer dollars.

This week the House of Representatives will vote on the Preserving America's Family Farms Act. This bipartisan bill, of which Congresswoman Jenkins is a co-sponsor, will protect the rights of young Kansans to voluntarily work on a family farm.

Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) released the following statement after voting to repeal the 2010 health care reform law. The U.S. House of Representatives approved the bill to repeal by a 244-185 vote.

"Today's disappointing jobs report marks the third straight month of bad news for the economy. There are still 12.7 million unemployed Americans struggling to find work and millions more that have completely given up looking."

Today the United States Supreme Court released its landmark ruling on President Obama's Affordable Care Act (PPACA). Contrary to President Obama's argument when he was seeking to pass the bill, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that the individual ma

"The President and I have not agreed on much when it comes to policy since we were both sworn into office in January of 2009, but one area where I believed we had common ground was on the importance of the rule of law and transparency in government."

Today, H.R. 436, the Medical Device Tax Repeal Act, which Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins co-authored, passed the House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support 270 to 146 and cleared another hurdle to becoming law.

"As this report makes clear, the global economic slowdown, domestic political posturing regarding user fees and punitive taxes, the complexity of FAA certification, and the entry of new foreign competitors into the aviation market all pose serious challen

"I introduced the Restoring Access to Medication Act, H.R. 5842, to repeal this unnecessary and punitive provision of Obamacare. I am pleased my legislation received bi-partisan support today as it passed out of committee, and look forward to it receivin

"The first priority of this Congress must be getting Americans back to work, and in the 21st Century job market, this will often require a college degree. H.R. 529 is a bi-partisan, commonsense step in making higher education a real choice for all Americ

Rep. Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) will deliver the Weekly Republican Address on Saturday, May 26, in conjunction with the House Energy Action Team's (HEAT) 2012 American Energy and Jobs Tour.

"I've said all along that building the NBAF in Manhattan is a national security priority, and I am glad the full Appropriations Committee has agreed and advanced legislation that begins to fund the construction in earnest."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins was joined by all three of her fellow Kansas House delegation members in sending a letter to EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson requesting that Kansas be allowed additional time to comply with the Cross State Air Pollution Rule (CSA

The subcommittee approved language includes $75 million for the construction of the Nation Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas, and directs the Department of Homeland Security to complete a funding plan for the completion of the NBAF

Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins toured the Missouri River flood zone with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).

Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) hosted United States House Majority Whip Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) on a tour of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) and the Biosecurity Research Institute (BRI) in Manhattan. Congresswoman Jenkins releas

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins announced today that on Tuesday May 1st she will be touring the Missouri River flood zone with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Colonel Anthony J. Hofmann, Commander of Kansas City District of the USACE, will lead a Mi

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), along with U.S. Representatives Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.), Tim Huelskamp (R-Kan.), Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.), and Kevin Yoder (R-Kan.), today issued the following statement on the confirmed case of bovine spongiform encephalopa

"We need to face the reality that America and our businesses, both large and small, are competing in a global marketplace. America must compete for investment and the corporate tax code, last overhauled in 1986, plays a major role in that contest."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H. Con Res 112, the Path to Prosperity, the Federal Budget for Fiscal Year 2013.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan) and Congressman Sam Farr (D-CA), Co-Chairs of the Defense Communities Caucus, today hosted Defense Secretary Leon Panetta at a meeting with caucus members on the potential of future military base realignments and closure

"It has been two years since the President's health care law was rammed through Congress in the face of bipartisan opposition including unanimous opposition from House Republicans, and the disapproval of nearly 2/3rds of the American people."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement today after voting in support of H.R. 5, the Protecting Access to Healthcare (PATH) Act.

"The Southeast Kansas Jobs Fair was a great success, and it would not have been possible without such wonderful support from the local community."

"The President's health care law is chock-full of pitfalls, government overreaches, and newly created bureaucracies, but perhaps the most outrageous and dangerous manifestation in Obamacare is the Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB)."

"On National Agriculture day, I urge all Kansans and all Americans to thank a farmer in their life. I'm proud to be a Kansas farm girl, proud to be from an Ag state, and immensely proud to represent so many incredible farmers and ranchers in Congress.

"The protection of our country's citizens and food supply is a non-partisan and highly critical mission of the Congress and the Federal Government. I want to thank Congressman Cleaver for his strong and steadfast support of the NBAF and the Kansas Cit

"Regularly meeting with and listening to the folks at home is one of the most important and most enjoyable responsibilities as your representative in Congress."

This morning, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released their updated site-specific risk assessment (SSRA) for the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) being constructed in Manhattan, Kansas.

"The entire Obamacare package represents an offensive and likely unconstitutional overreach by the Federal Government. Yet, the administration's power grab has continued as they begin implementation."

"I am pleased to see that the Air Force has recognized and moved to correct the flaws in their contracting process for the Afghanistan Light Air Support Contract."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement today in reaction to the release of the Obama Administration's corporate tax reform framework:

"The President and Secretary Geithner just don't seem to understand that we cannot tax ourselves out of this deep hole of debt."

"The budget released by the Obama Administration today reads far more like a campaign piece than a serious governing document."

"We appreciate that President Obama's budget contains funding to add research missions currently at Plum Island to Kansas State's Biosecurity Research Institute (BRI). It's a signal that Kansas researchers are more than capable of meeting the

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement today after voting for H.R. 1734, the Civilian Property Realignment Act, which passed the House today with bi-partisan support.

Grossenbacher is a senior studying political science at Kansas State University.

Hays is a senior studying Spanish at Pittsburg State University and will begin studies for an additional bachelors in political science at the University of Kansas this fall.

Humayon is a junior with majors in political science and economics at the University of Kansas and plans to attend law school after graduating next fall.

Kovach is a senior pursuing degrees in History and Business at the University of Kansas in Lawrence.

"The founding fathers created three branches of Government with a strong representative legislature for good reason. No President should be allowed to simply ignore the Constitution no matter how inconvenient they find it."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after President Obama delivered his State of the Union address to Congress on January 24, 2012:

"As a CPA, I can tell you that the first step to overcoming a financial crisis is to obtain a complete understanding of one's financial situation, then make a detailed plan to make responsible spending decisions."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after sending the attached letter to President Obama asking for his continued support of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) in Manhattan, Kansas.

"I've known Gabby long before either one of us considered running for Congress, due to our involvement in the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) and the Aspen Institute's Rodel Fellowship, and I will truly miss seeing her in the h

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after the Obama Administration announced its decision to block the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline:

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement regarding H.R. 3261, the Stop Online Piracy Act

"I have always believed that a person is only as good as their word, but the same holds true for businesses and corporations. Sadly, it looks like the Boeing Company's word isn't as good as it appeared."

"Kansans are mad. They are mad because Congress has continually refused to answer the difficult questions of the day; instead, electing to kick the can down the road with short term patches and other means of teenage-like procrastination."

"Today's hearing on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is an important next step toward creating jobs and expanding opportunities for American workers, farmers, ranchers, and businesses."

"Today, we sent yet another pro-growth, jobs bill to our colleagues in the Senate. Through this one jobs bill we prevented Washington from taking more money from hardworking American taxpayers by extending the pay roll tax holiday."

"Mr. President, there is indeed a great separation in wealth in today's America, but shouldn't we focus on growing the economic pie for all not simply reallocating it as Washington sees fit?"

"Back in September, House Republicans reached across the void and offered to work with the President and our colleagues across the aisle to promote pro-growth, pro-jobs solutions, including on some of their biggest priorities, like unemployment insurance

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins has announced the names of the students from Kansas' 2nd Congressional district who received her nomination for appointments to the U.S. Service Academies.

"The folks along the Missouri River once again suffered through historic floods that threatened their homes, their families, their businesses, and their livelihoods this summer."

"Boeing has promised publicly and repeatedly in writing that the success in winning the tanker contract would mean ‘7,500 jobs' in Kansas, including several hundred jobs at Boeing-Wichita for the Tanker Finishing Center. We expect the company to hono

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after voting in support of the H. J. Res 2, a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution. The amendment failed to pass the required 2/3rds majority by a 261-165 vote.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after joining thirty-five other House Republicans this week filing an amicus brief supporting the repeal of an unlawful National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) regulation.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after the United States Supreme Court announced its intent to consider the constitutionality of the President's health care reform law.

"The members of our Armed Forces defend our freedom day in and day out at home and abroad. On Veterans Day, of all days, it is important for each and every American to remember the shared sacrifices our military families have made in service to our countr

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement today regarding the latest unemployment report released by the U.S. Department of Labor. In October, 80,000 net new jobs were added to the economy and unemployment was at 9%.

"This summer the folks along the Missouri River once again suffered through historic floods that threatened their homes, their families, their businesses, and their livelihoods," Congresswoman Jenkins said.

"We must get overbearing, frivolous government regulations off the backs of our job creators and provide certainty, so they can make concrete plans to grow their businesses. By permanently repealing the punitive 3% withholding rule today, we have passed

Regularly meeting with and listening to the folks at home is one of the most important and most enjoyable responsibilities as your representative in Congress. So far my 2011 Congress to Kansas tour has been an enormous success.

"In a time when the Congress seems to be able to find little common ground, today, after nearly five years of roadblocks, the House has passed pending trade agreements with South Korea, Colombia, and Panama."

"Today's jobs numbers are further proof that Washington needs to work together and find common ground so we can end the uncertainty in our job market."

"Overbearing and frivolous regulations are forcing our job creators to slam on the breaks, when we need them to be hitting the gas to grow us out of this stagnation and get America back to work. For proof you need look no further than the Sunflower Electric Power Corporation."

"Gavin has been a terrific addition to my Pittsburg staff," Jenkins said. "His great personality and strong work ethic have allowed him to hit the ground running. I am confident Gavin will serve the folks of Kansas well."

"Tonight we heard the President's most recent plan to pivot towards job creation and get America back to work. There were several ideas proposed this evening, some I agreed with and others I did not."

Today, at the invitation of Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, Pastor Clark Johnson of the First Southern Baptist Church in Topeka served as Guest Chaplin in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce that Taylor Schettler, of Castle Rock, Colorado, is working as a congressional intern in her Topeka office.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce that Joe Mosimann of Topeka, Kansas and Amber Baker of Dover, Kansas are working as congressional interns in her Washington, D.C. office, and that Jon Trotter of Downs, Kansas, is working as a congressional intern in her Topeka office.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins issued the following statement today in response to the August jobs report. In August, no net new jobs were added to the economy and unemployment remains at 9.1%.

"We saw today that there are jobs open in our state, and often it is a matter of connecting the folks looking for jobs with the employers looking to fill those positions."

According to the New York Times the Obama Administration has given unprecedented and unfettered access to filmmakers producing a movie on the Osama bin Laden raid to be released by Sony Pictures, the only studio to hold a political fundraiser for the President this cycle, weeks before the 2012 election...

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins has announced that she will continue bringing Congress to Kansas during the 112th Congress by hosting two listening sessions this Friday, August 12, 2011.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) issued the following statement regarding the Senate Democrat leadership's inaction on House-passed FAA legislation.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS), Congressman Joe Crowley (D-NY), Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX), Chairman of the Trade Subcommittee, and Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) have introduced H.R. 2697, the Affordable Footwear Act into the House of Representatives.

Today the House of Representatives, with the support of Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, passed the Budget Control Act. This legislation provides a responsible solution to the debt limit deadline, stays true to her conservative principles, makes substantial cuts to the bloated federal budget, and lays out a path to getting our nation's fiscal house in order without raising taxes on the American people.

Today the House of Representatives passed the Budget Control Act, which provides a two tiered approach to the debt limit extension while staying true to the conservative principles in the Cut Cap and Balance Act. Governor Sam Brownback, Senator Pat Roberts, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, Congressman Mike Pompeo, and Congressman Kevin Yoder released the following statements after the House passage of the plan.

Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.) and Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.) introduced a bill today that would require the Army Corps of Engineers to take into account all precipitation data from this year's record levels in making any future plans to help reduce the risk of future flood events.

"Health care reform should be about increasing, not limiting, personal options and accessibility. Medical savings accounts encourage personal ownership of one's health care by giving individuals control over health care decisions and how to pay for that care."

"Today we received yet another disappointing jobs report that once again shows us that the same tired Washington tactics are not working. 9.2% unemployment is unacceptable, and the American people deserve better."

"Colin has been a great addition to my Washington staff," Jenkins said. "His personal drive and strong work ethic have allowed him to hit the ground running. I am confident Colin will serve the folks of Kansas well."

"Kyle has been a terrific addition to my Washington staff," Jenkins said. "His great personality and strong work ethic have allowed him to hit the ground running. I am confident Kyle will serve the folks of Kansas well."

"I hope the waiver information we have compiled is as enlightening to the American people as it was to us, and spurs the President to back up his words with action and make this waiver process open and transparent."

"This summer the folks along the Missouri River will once again suffer through historic floods that will threaten their homes, their families, their businesses, and their livelihoods. I am incredibly disappointed that the President declined our invitation to visit these areas and meet the people impacted by these floods."

"I am so pleased to welcome the good people at Mars to the great state of Kansas. This is a great day for the Topeka community and the state of Kansas."

"Each week I am back home, I enjoy my time traveling around Eastern Kansas talking with folks and listening to their thoughts and concerns about issues we face as a nation. We have some great events set up for next week, and I hope to see some good crowds to discuss the important budget debates we have been having in Congress."

Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.), Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), and Representatives Lynn Jenkins (R-Kan.), Tim Huelskamp (R-Kan.), Kevin Yoder (R-Kan.) and Mike Pompeo (R-Kan.) sent a letter today to Department of Defense Secretary Robert Gates, urging him to award the Medal of Honor to Chaplain Emil Kapaun, a Kansas war hero.

"Listening to and serving Eastern Kansans is my top priority as your representative in Congress. Today's meeting in Manhattan proved again how important these meetings are to getting our country on the right track. It is an honor to serve the people of Riley County and I look forward to my next visit."

After receiving a request from Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, Rep. Dave Camp (R-MI) on behalf of Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) and Congressman Mike Pompeo (R-KS), the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has launched an investigation into the global competitiveness of the U.S. business jet industry.

More than 2,500 Kansans facing potential flooding along the Missouri River joined Kansas Governor Sam Brownback and U.S. Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins on a live telephone town hall Wednesday evening to ask questions and talk about their concerns surrounding the impending weather event.

"Thus far my Congress to Kansas tour has been a great success, and I look forward to my visit to Riley and Pottawatomie Counties. I hope to see a lot of Kansans in Manhattan and Wamego on Monday so we can listen to each other, voice concerns, ask questions, and work together to find solutions to get this Country back on the right path."

U.S. Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins, along with Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06), requested that the Division Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers personally visit areas along the Missouri River expected to flood. The invitation to Brigadier General John McMahon is intended to provide a first-hand look at the impact of river management.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins is pleased to announce that Liza Mussatto and Jacob Peterson of Osage City, Kansas, are working as a congressional interns in her Topeka office.

Working in a Congressional office can be a great way to get insight into the legislative process, make contacts in Washington, D.C. , and meet a lot of great people. An internship also provides an excellent opportunity to see Congress in action.

"We are in a debt crisis because Washington spends too much, and going forward I hope we can work together to make the substantial reforms and cuts needed to dig ourselves out of this hole."

Today, Chairman Camp honored Congresswoman Jenkins' and Congressman Pompeo's request by sending a letter to the U.S. ITC requesting that they conduct the investigation of the U.S. business jet industry and compile a report of their findings to Congress in no more than 11 months.

Today Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins welcomed Secretary of Defense Robert Gates to the Second District of Kansas. Secretary Gates was in Kansas to join in the ground breaking ceremony for a new elementary school at Fort Riley.

Today Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins hosted her first Government Contracting Fair in Topeka. Over 80 local business professionals and representatives from 10 government agencies attended the event.

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement after cosponsoring H. Res. 228, which would direct the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real time display of the United States gross national debt in the House Chamber:

"It is time for Congress to truly reform this nations energy policy, not only to give the folks at home some immediate relief at the pump, but to establish a long term domestic energy plan that will keep us competitive in the 21st century global marketplace."

"This Government Contracting Fair will help educate local Kansas businesses on how to successfully win government contracts with federal agencies, as well as state agencies and local municipalities."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins released the following statement upon the announcement that American armed forces had killed terrorist leader and al-Qaida founder Osama bin Laden.

"Each district work period I enjoy my time traveling around Eastern Kansas talking with Kansans and listening to their thoughts and concerns about issues before Congress."

"As a proud member of the Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus, a bi-partisan group of Senators and Representatives who work to protect the interest of America's sportsmen and advance sound wildlife management policy, I have strong concerns about attempts to ban traditional lead ammunition and fishing tackle."

"The Path to Prosperity as authored by Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI), is yet another historic step taken by House Republicans as we strive to rein in out of control spending and ensure our children and grandchildren have the same opportunities we enjoy."

"I was pleased when I heard President Obama had finally decided to follow the leadership of Paul Ryan and House Republicans by weighing in on debt reduction. Unfortunately, yet again, the President has come to the table with mere platitudes, broad ambiguous goals, offers of meetings, and few specific details."

"Our plan moves past politics, addresses the drivers of our debt, and places us on a path to prosperity. These common sense reforms cut spending by $6.2 trillion over the next 10 years, reduce the deficit by more than $4 trillion in the same time frame, simplify our tax code, and establish a plan to make Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid solvent in the years to come."

"I am honored to be joined by Congressman Sam Farr as a co-chair and founder of the Defense Communities Caucus. This caucus will provide a unified and bipartisan voice for the hundreds of communities that host military installations, support those communities in their efforts to assist America's troops, and raise awareness for the unique issues and challenges within these communities. Kansas has a strong history of working alongside our military installations, and I look forward to sharing some of our best practices with other military communities and learning new strategies so we can all continue to improve our support for soldiers and their families," said Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins.

"As former-Speaker Pelosi famously said, we had to pass the healthcare law to find out what was in it. A year has now passed since this flawed, partisan legislation was forced through Congress; we now know what's in it and it is not good."

"It is important that we know whether these foreign companies are receiving illegal governmental subsidies to alter the playing field. The aviation industry is important to both the Kansas and the American economy and we must ensure their competitive edge is not being unfairly diminished."

"They deserve our support when they return home, and I am hopeful that veterans, active military, reserve component members and their families will all join us for this year's Resource Fair to learn more about all of the services available to them."

"Today, the politicians who got us into this spending mess sought to abandon real spending cuts in exchange for the hope of a longer continuing resolution with fewer cuts, but I refused to compromise. This vote to cut more than $6 billion over the next 3 weeks is a confirmation of our Pledge to America to cut $100 billion over the President's budget."

"I am proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation that provides our rural hospitals with greater access to anesthesiology professionals. Access to care in rural communities is always a concern."

"It was so nice to see a great group of Kansans this morning at my second open office hours session in Topeka. I met some fantastic Kansans, and we had some important discussions that I will be sure to remember when I return to Washington.

At 9:00am CST on the first Monday of each month, starting this Monday, March 7 and continuing through June, Congresswoman Jenkins will have one-on-one meetings with Kansans to discuss their questions and concern.

The bill Congresswoman Jenkins introduced today will require wireless communication providers to provide call location information to the requesting law enforcement agencies only in order to respond to a call for emergency services or in an emergency situation that involves the risk of death or serious physical harm.

"This victory for Boeing is not only great for American business and American jobs, but will be particularly advantageous for the Kansas aviation industry."

"NBAF will be a cutting edge research facility that will accelerate our Nation's ability to protect ourselves, our food supply and our economy from biological threats, it will become the world's premier animal health research facility and further solidify our nation's place as the international leader in animal health research."

"Due to their monthly service requirements and the possibility they could be called into service overseas, the American heroes in our National Guard and Reserve can be passed over for jobs. As it stands today, we provide tax incentives for the hiring of felons, but ignore many of the men and women who protect our nation's freedom."

"This situation in Parsons is the perfect example of an overzealous regulatory agency eliminating real jobs in rural America. The $100 billion of cuts in the Continuing Resolution offered by House Republicans this week is a first step toward achieving our goal, but we must also address the overbearing job destroying regulations promulgated by the executive branch."

"The President's proposed budget demonstrated a failure to take up the mantle of leadership by completely ignoring key aspects of the Deficit Commission. It seems that if the President is going to continue to ignore the findings of his own Deficit Commission, the commission itself served only to raise the deficit."

Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins and her colleagues honored President Reagan yesterday, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the late President's birth with statements on the House floor.

Yesterday, Rep. Lynn Jenkins (R-KS) and Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI) introduced H.R. 529, legislation that will help encourage low- and moderate-income families to take advantage of 529 plans to help save for college.

"From the beginning I have said I believe the Democrat's government takeover of health care is unconstitutional. I applaud Judge Vinson's decision to strike down the individual mandate in the Democrat's health care reform legislation."

Tonight we heard another nice speech from President Obama. While his words continue to impress we await the corresponding action.' I spoke those words in response to the President's first State of the Union address, but they ring as true tonight as they did a year ago."

"Last March I voted against Obamacare. Today, I have fulfilled my pledge to the people of Eastern Kansas and voted to repeal this job-killing, government takeover of our health care system."

"These key subcommittees have jurisdiction over a wide variety of issues and will put me at the forefront of the debate as we look to find solutions to right our fiscal course and work toward a full recovery."

"I am honored to be returning to the House of Representatives for my second term representing Kansas' Second Congressional District. The folks in Kansas, and across the country, made it clear that they want fresh ideas and new leadership in Congress, and I am looking forward to working alongside Speaker Boehner and all my colleagues in the House to get our country on the right track."