Blog
Nov 04 2016
If anything is going to break through the partisan noise and gridlock, it’s going to need support from both Republicans and Democrats. I’m proud to be consistently ranked among the most bipartisan members of Congress.
Nov 01 2016
Growing up, my parents gave me a plaque that says “integrity determines your identity.” Sadly, far too many politicians in Springfield and Washington either forgot this lesson or never learned it.
Oct 28 2016
My #1 priority as your representative in Congress is to ensure our community is safe, healthy and strong. Over the past 2 years, we’ve written and passed 3 bills to do just that which President Obama has now signed into law.
Oct 22 2016
As your representative in Congress, I'm working to create a more efficient, effective and accountable government that reduces spending and lowers taxes for families and small businesses alike. Together, we can get our economy back on track.
Oct 19 2016
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and I recently attended the Symposium for a Safer Lake County to talk about our efforts to stop domestic violence and raise awareness about this issue that effects far too many families.
Oct 14 2016
I've been visiting senior centers across our district to talk about the issues important to seniors, including a disturbing new attack on Medicare that could prevent people in our community from getting the medication they need. Watch this week's vide to learn more.
Oct 13 2016
Over the past several weeks, I’ve been visiting senior centers across our district. One of the most important issues that I hear about all the time is protecting Medicare, which is why I’m committed to strengthening Medicare for generations to come.
Oct 07 2016
As a small business owner myself, I know that far too often politicians in Springfield and Washington make life more difficult for our local business owners. This week I visited with local business owners about how we can support our 10th District economy and increase job opportunities.
Oct 04 2016
As a small business owner myself, I know that far too often politicians in Springfield and Washington make life more difficult for our local business owners. We can help families that are struggling to get by and get our economy back on track at the same time.
Sep 30 2016
Among the bills that Congress passed this week are a number of bipartisan bills to enhance care for our nation's veterans. Watch this week's Week In Review video to learn more.