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September 12, 2008
Fortenberry Bill Broadens GI Bill Options
Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry has introduced H.R. 6850, the Veterans Entrepreneurial Transition (VET) Business Benefit Act, to diversify GI Bill benefits.
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August 1, 2008
Fortenberry Speaks at Historic "Spontaneous Session": America Needs a Bold New Energy Vision
Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today addressed a historic “spontaneous session” of the House of Representatives and renewed his call for a bold new energy vision.
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August 1, 2008
Fortenberry Supports Military and Veterans Appropriations Bill
Washington, DC - Congressman Jeff Fortenberry today voted to increase funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs and military construction. The legislation is the first Fiscal Year 2009 spending bill to be considered by the House. It boosts overall funding for Military Construction and Veterans Affairs by 13.8%, continuing a series of substantial increases that has more than doubled veterans funding since 2001.
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September 2, 2008
Picturing America
Through a new educational program called “Picturing America,” Nebraska K-12 schools are now able to teach American history and culture with rare access to a masterpiece collection of classic American artwork.
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July 29, 2008
Providing More Affordable Health Insurance Options
High health insurance costs are a strain on families and individuals, particularly those who do not receive insurance from their employer and those who suffer from chronic health conditions. Legislation I have introduced in Congress, America’s Affordable Health Care Act (AAHCA), will provide more affordable health insurance options.
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July 21, 2008
Materials Exchange Program Effective Way to Recycle and Save Money
At a time when energy costs are a serious concern in everything from transportation to construction, local efforts like the Nebraska Materials Exchange Program that connect users with existing resources make good sense in terms of both stewardship and public policy.
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