WASHINGTON, D.C.–Today, at the weekly press conference with Republican leaders Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) urged the President to call on the Senate to bring up the dozens of jobs bills passed in the House. After reports that the U.S. economy contracted in the first quarter of 2014, House Republicans will continue tobe committed to solutions that foster a robust economy and create good paying jobs.  

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Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02):

“Hardworking Americans continue to suffer under the Obama economy. Costs for everyday things like gas, groceries, and electricity all continue to rise while household incomes remain stagnant.

“It is not surprising that a majority of Americans think our economy is on decline.

“While the president wants to double down on his agenda by adding more taxes and red tape, the House is committed to solutions that get government out of the way and are championing policies that give the middle class an opportunity to bounce back.

“Americans are fed up with the new normal where folks are paying more for everything, while taking home less.

“Instead of campaign rhetoric and pet projects that has become a standard for folks across the aisle, I urge the President to call on the Senate to pass the dozens of jobs bills that are currently collecting dust on Harry Reid’s desk. Bills like the Regulatory Accountability Act, the SKILLS Act, the Working Families Flexibility Act, and the Save American Workers Act.

“Americans need a plan, and we have one.”

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