Communications • April 23, 2015
This week, House Republicans took to the pages and airwaves to discuss our work in the last 100 days. From tax reform, to trade, to foreign policy, it’s been busy — and we’re just getting started. Read and watch below! House Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-VA) “Chairman Goodlatte Discusses DEA Administrator’s Decision To Step Down With …
Read MoreCommunications • April 16, 2015
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) issued the following statement today after the House passed H.R. 622, the State and Local Sales Tax Deduction Fairness Act, and H.R. 1105, the Death Tax Repeal Act. “We live in a nation founded on the belief that hard work, determination, and a little sweat …
Read MoreCommunications • April 16, 2015
Family-owned businesses are the foundation of Main Street, USA. Unfortunately, our cumbersome tax code has kept too many hardworking Americans from passing down their small businesses to the next generation. The Estate Tax, commonly known as the “Death Tax,” punishes hard-working families with a tax on their business if they try to hand it down to their sons or daughters. This …
Read MoreCommunications • April 14, 2015
“The American people want a tax code that empowers them, not limits them. So as we stand here, on the eve of Tax Day, let’s start by recognizing the need for a tax code that puts people first, not Washington first.” Republican Leadership Press Conference April 14, 2015 Participants: Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) Majority Leader …
Read MoreCommunications • February 18, 2015
Solutions are grown from the ground up — whether it’s affordable college, enhanced cybersecurity, or a strong economy — and House Republicans understand that. This week, Members wrote and spoke about the need for solutions that center around the people and places we represent, not Washington, D.C. Watch and read below! Rep. Diane Black (R-TN) “Rep. …
Read MoreCommunications • February 13, 2015
“As part of America’s Opportunity Economy, this legislation gives small businesses the certainty they need to expand, plan for the future, and help make their employees’ lives better.” WASHINGTON D.C. – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement today after the House passed H.R. 636, America’s Small Business Tax Relief …
Read MoreCommunications • February 12, 2015
“As we advance an Opportunity Economy, I’m reminded of what makes Americans so exceptional – it’s that spirit of generosity that can be found in homes and schools and hospitals and hearts across America.” WASHINGTON, DC – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) issued the following statement today after the House passed H.R. 644, the …
Read MoreRep. Tom Reed • February 12, 2015
We as Americans care deeply about those in need; it is ingrained in our culture to give and to give often. We are among the most charitable nation in the world, and it is only fair that we continue to incentivize that good neighbor aspect that many Americans hold dear. America is in many ways …
Read MoreCommunications • February 11, 2015
In response to the President’s Authorization for the Use of Military Force, House Republicans led the discussion about America’s foreign policy strategy and the threat ISIS poses to Americans and the world. Members also addressed domestic issues – such as Obamacare security, the future of our trade policy, and reforming the tax code. Watch and …
Read MoreCommunications • January 22, 2015
In this week’s media roundup, Members responded to the State of the Union with solutions — solutions for strengthening our energy sector, solutions for real educational opportunities, and solutions on tax reform. Check out what they had to say — in person and in print. House Committee Homeland Security Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX) “Chairman McCaul Discusses …
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