The economic downturn has seriously impacted individuals and families across America. During these difficult times, Congress must act prudently to strengthen our economy and assist those who are struggling. At the same time, with our national debt currently at $11.5 trillion and growing, amounting to more than $37,600 per American, it is more important than ever that Congress exercise fiscal discipline and restraint...
Read MoreAccess to high quality and affordable education must transcend financial and socio-economic divisions. Since being elected to Congress, I have worked to ensure parents and guardians have the opportunity to provide their children with the academic tools and skills necessary to succeed in their future education and career paths...
Read MoreMy colleagues in the House of Representatives have appointed me to the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct (also known as the Ethics Committee). In this capacity, it is my responsibility to enforce the ethics rules which Congress places on its own members. I am honored to have been entrusted with this very important duty...
Read MoreI am proud to serve on the House Committee on Homeland Security. The Homeland Security Committee bears the primary responsibility in the House for overseeing the Department of Homeland Security and enacting policies to deter future terrorist attacks on our nation, protect our families from the devastating impact of natural disasters, and provide our emergency responders with the resources necessary to safeguard our communities...
Read MoreAs a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, I have a hand in generating and reviewing policy that improves the safe and efficient movement of people and goods, spurs economic development while preserving the natural environment, and mitigates the impact of natural disasters...
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